Monthly Archives: June 2010

Sapporo Snow Festival, Where Ice Becomes Art

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Sometimes we don’t have the eyes to see real opportunities regarding nature’s gifts, a chance to use natural resources for promoting international relations. Fortunately, we found that cultural diversity, artistic works, unusual shapes and impressive sculptures are some of the specialties of an unique annual event which is reliable for such connections, The Snow Festival in Sapporo.

Ellesmere Island Expedition, White Silence and Half Year of Icy Darkness

Far away from the urban racket, Ellesmere Island is located in a land so hostile, that it seems purified by the rigors of its own climate.

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La Tomatina Tomato Fight, When Things Get Really Red

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What if I were to tell you that tomatoes aren’t just food but a bunch of projectiles thrown into other people? Well, as you can see, La Tomatina is devastating for the clothes and even for the identity of those who are caught in the middle of the action.

Angel Falls, the Tallest Waterfall in the World


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Angel Falls is located in Venezuela and it is the tallest waterfall in the world, with a height of 1,054 m (3,458 ft).

Lake Louise, A Breathtaking Landscape

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Lake Assal, A Salty Nature Wonder

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There was a time when the ancient Romans were so fed up with the abundance of the African continent, that when a traveler said he discovered something new and wonderful, one of them replied: “Well, in Africa you always find something new!”

Wingsuit Flying, a Thrilling, Unbelievable Experience

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