One of the world's diamond mining centres and now a ghost town, Kolmanskop was built in the Namib Desert in the early 20th century. During its heyday more than a thousand people lived there, but soon the stock of gemstones dried up, and due to strong winds and a lack of drinking water, the town was abandoned by all its inhabitants.
The location of the gems was found completely by accident. A local labourer named Zaherias Levala was clearing the railway tracks of sand when he saw several stones shining in the dim light. Levala's German employer immediately realised what the stones were. However, Zaherias never received any reward for his find.
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The location of the gems was found completely by accident. A local labourer named Zaherias Levala was clearing the railway tracks of sand when he saw several stones shining in the dim light. Levala's German employer immediately realised what the stones were. However, Zaherias never received any reward for his find.
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π St Maarten is the world's smallest inhabited island and is part of two states at the same time. The northern part is the French overseas community of St Maarten and the southern part is the autonomous region of Sint Maarten in the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
Funnily enough, the island of just 87kmΒ² has two currencies. In the south, it's the Dutch Antilles guilder, while in the French part, as in all other French overseas territories, it's the euro. However, US dollars are freely accepted in both parts of the island.
Most impressive for tourists, however, is the location of the local airport. Princess Juliana Airport belongs to the Netherlands. Its runway is very close to the beaches, so planes land right over the heads of holidaymakers.
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Funnily enough, the island of just 87kmΒ² has two currencies. In the south, it's the Dutch Antilles guilder, while in the French part, as in all other French overseas territories, it's the euro. However, US dollars are freely accepted in both parts of the island.
Most impressive for tourists, however, is the location of the local airport. Princess Juliana Airport belongs to the Netherlands. Its runway is very close to the beaches, so planes land right over the heads of holidaymakers.
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Alright people, it is time for #quiz ! Read the question and leave your answer below. β¬οΈ
Which country's flag is shown in the picture above?
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34%
Bhutan
6%
Germany
26%
Libya
33%
Saudi Arabia
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π Beluga whale
Voluntary health checks are extremely important for animal health. This includes the oral health of beluga whales.
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Voluntary health checks are extremely important for animal health. This includes the oral health of beluga whales.
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π¬πΉ Guatemala, Antigua
Surrounded by volcanoes and featuring stunning architecture, Antigua is a must-see when travelling in Guatemala π
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Surrounded by volcanoes and featuring stunning architecture, Antigua is a must-see when travelling in Guatemala π
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Five shepherd dogs have deftly handled a huge flock of sheep! It looks as if the wind is blowing them away.
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π¬π· Greece, Athens.
For thousands of years the Acropolis has been a symbol of Athens, a sacred rock, a link that connects the splendour of ancient Greek civilisation with modernity. The Acropolis and its monuments, its history and myths, is rightly considered the pride of Athens. Hundreds of thousands of tourists every year make a pilgrimage to the sacred slopes, mesmerised by its magnificence and beauty.
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For thousands of years the Acropolis has been a symbol of Athens, a sacred rock, a link that connects the splendour of ancient Greek civilisation with modernity. The Acropolis and its monuments, its history and myths, is rightly considered the pride of Athens. Hundreds of thousands of tourists every year make a pilgrimage to the sacred slopes, mesmerised by its magnificence and beauty.
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πΆπ¦ Doha, Qatar.
A street with flags of the countries participating in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar! Which country are you rooting for? β½οΈ
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A street with flags of the countries participating in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar! Which country are you rooting for? β½οΈ
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π²π¦ Morocco as it is.
The charm of the Atlas Mountains from Berber Family Lodge, a traditional Berber house built on a hillside in the Imlil Valley with an unbeatable view of Toubkal.
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The charm of the Atlas Mountains from Berber Family Lodge, a traditional Berber house built on a hillside in the Imlil Valley with an unbeatable view of Toubkal.
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π¦ Sharks cannot really sleep.
The fact is that they can only pass water through their gills, taking oxygen from it, while swimming, as sharks' gills cannot 'suck in' water themselves when at rest. Thus, sharks never sleep, otherwise they would simply suffocate.
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The fact is that they can only pass water through their gills, taking oxygen from it, while swimming, as sharks' gills cannot 'suck in' water themselves when at rest. Thus, sharks never sleep, otherwise they would simply suffocate.
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Camels have a keen sense of smell and their noses are particularly good at detecting changes in humidity. This enables them to smell a source of water up to fifty to sixty kilometres away.
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Bridge - Ferris wheel in Tianjin, China across the Haihe River.
It is the only structure of its kind. Cars move on either side of the wheel, while visitors can enjoy an amazing panorama from the height of the 35-storey building.
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It is the only structure of its kind. Cars move on either side of the wheel, while visitors can enjoy an amazing panorama from the height of the 35-storey building.
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