Author: Bevis

1. Achensee Often referred to as “Tyrol’s ocean” because of its massive size and “Fjord of the Alps” for its high water quality, Achensee is one of Austria’s best lakes for swimming. Be ready, though – like many other Alpine lakes, the temperature of the water stays low, even on the hotter days, reaching only around 20 degrees Celsius. The quality of the water is excellent, with visibility up to 10 meters deep, which attracts not only swimmers but also scuba divers. Plus, thermal winds over the lake make it an ideal environment for windsurfing and kitesurfing. During the summer,…

1. Kaikoura Kaikoura what? Is it just me or has anyone else not heard of this small town on New Zealand’s northeast coast? Famous for its abundant marine life, Kaikoura is now a hot spot on the South Island for whale watching and swimming with wild seals or dolphins. That’s right, you can jump right off the boat and swim among pods of dolphins, how cool is that? Kaikoura itself might be a tiny town, though it’s location is just incredible. A beautiful drive along the rugged coast from Picton and the ferry from the North Island, Kaikoura will knock your socks off before…

1. Geographical Centre of New Zealand There seems to be a bit of healthy debate about this at the moment and although the centre of New Zealand on a map looks like it is situated in the midst of the Cook Strait (between the north and south islands), the New Zealand geographical is actually this hilltop which you can access from the city, by taking a short stroll along the Matai River then a short but steep (ish) 15 minute walk up the hill. At the top, marvel at the 360 degree views of Nelson’s coastal views and learn more…

The castle was originally built for King Ludwig II of Bavaria, who was known as the “Fairy Tale King.” King Ludwig II built the castle as a hideout to pull away from social life after losing the Austro-Prussian war. Construction began in 1869, and it would be a decade until Ludwig was finally able to move in. Despite being 65,000 square feet, the castle was built for only one person: King Ludwig II. “The location is one of the most beautiful to be found, holy and unapproachable, a worthy temple …” Ludwig wrote to a friend at the time. King…

There are about 9000 bird species all over the world and they are all special in their own way; some of them for their uniqueness, others for their behavior, size, color, etc. This one, a stunning bird with royal blue features, is from the tanager Thraupidae family, called The Diademed Tanager (Stephanophorus diadematus). It is a Neotropical bird that belongs to a songbird order which counts about 5000 species. The Diademed tanager inhabits open areas like northeast and east Argentina, coastal and south of Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. This amazing bird measures approximately 7 inches (18 cm), its beautiful singing…

Conor McGregor has built a reputation for his dynamic and versatile striking abilities, which are often attributed to his signature karate-style stance and movement. However, in his last two fights against Dustin Poirier, McGregor opted for a more boxing-oriented approach and appeared to have abandoned his traditional style. The result was two devastating losses for the former two-division champion, who suffered a knockout and a broken leg in the process. Now, as he prepares for his comeback fight against Michael Chandler, McGregor has reportedly returned to his fighting style that incorporates karate and movement, according to UFC welterweight contender Stephen…

Conor McGregor, the former lightweight champion of UFC, is notorious for his trolling tactics to promote himself in the sport. McGregor’s trash-talk skills were something that caught the eyes of fans during his initial days. Anyone who has faced him in the UFC has got a taste of his mental game in the lead-up to the fight. One such example is the former interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier. McGregor even took things too far and involved Poirier’s wife in the trash talk before the fight. Now, ‘The Notorious’ is making headlines for his next fight with former Bellator champion Michael…

1. Lisbon View of the Alfama district of Lisbon Portugal’s gorgeous capital is spread over seven picturesque hills near the mouth of the River Tagus. From atop these magnificent peaks, tourists can see some of the most amazing views in the country. Some of the city’s best vistas can be found at Castelo de São Jorge, Santa Luzia, and São Pedro de Alcântara da Graça. These are great places to capture stunning pictures. 2. Porto Porto and the Douro River The second largest Portuguese city behind Lisbon, Porto is as charming as it is unique. A vibrant mix of old…

In addition to being teammates, LeBron James and Anthony Davis are close friends. Off the court, LeBron and AD have been seen to get around, and they always appear to be having a good time. LeBron James and Anthony Davis are not just teammates, they are also great friends. LeBron and AD have been known to hang out off of the court, and they always seem to be having a fun time. Recently, a video of Anthony Davis’ 30th birthday party went viral. As people were singing and wishing him a happy birthday, LeBron James was trolling him by joking about his age.…

Seeing outstanding offensive players match up with elite defenders and watch them figure out how to create against someone who can turn the faucet off is one of the pleasures of watching the best level of professional basketball in the world. Steph Curry definitely has had his fair share of battles against top-tier perimeter defenders in the league. Past clashes with the likes of Marcus Smart, Alex Caruso, and Patrick Beverley, to name a few, come to mind. But arguably no matchup is more fun to watch than whenever Curry gets to clash with Jrue Holiday. https://streamable.com/k0s5rc Holiday is arguably…

You’ve probably heard the hype around the benefits of flaxseeds, but are they actually good for you? Have you ever looked at a package of granola or a recipe online that calls for flaxseeds and thought, “What is that?” While chia seeds seem more popular to use in recipes like overnight oats or even pudding, flaxseeds are the underdog ingredient that you should start paying attention to. Whether you buy them whole, ground, or grind them up yourself at home, you can reap some of the amazing benefits of flaxseeds by adding just one spoonful to your daily routine. From improving your digestion and decreasing…

¿Recuerdas a Raju, el elefante que derramó lágrimas de felicidad al ser liberado después de pasar más de 50 años encadenado? Hace unos años, su trágica historia se hizo viral y mucho ha pasado desde entonces. Para beneficio de la majestuosa criatura, la modificación fue fa’oraƄle. El hermoso video a continuación muestra a Raju un año después de su dramático rescate en 2014. Durante el año que pasó en el Elephant Conserʋation and Care Center en Mathura desde las calles de AllahaƄad, el elefante aprendió lo que significa llevar una vida feliz y pacífica. Pero lo que es más importante, aprendió a amar…

Do you recall Raju, the elephant who shed happy tears upon being freed after spending more than 50 years in chains? A few years ago, his tragic story became viral, and a lot has happened since then. For the majestic creature’s benefit, the modification was favorable. The beautiful video below shows Raju one year after his dramatic rescue back in 2014.During the year spent at Elephant Conservation and Care Center in Mathura from the streets of Allahabad, the elephant learned what it means to lead a happy and peaceful life. But even more important, he learned to love again and…

The mangalica is the only pig species covered in a long wool coat, similar to a sheep’s. Move over, sheep and pigs! There’s a new kid in town, and it’s a combination of the two – the mangalica pig. Yes, you read that right – this is a pig that has the curly, woolly coat of a sheep. It’s like someone decided to play mad scientist and crossbreed two animals just for fun. Joking aside, this creature is technically a pig, but it has a fuzzy, sheeplike appearance for which it is often referred as a “sheep pig.” What is…

Whether it is months before the arrival of your little bundle of joy or just a few weeks left in hand, decorating your baby room is a task that should be your priority. You may want to stick to the common pastel colours, be quirky with bold shades or even play around with wallpapers. Adding the required furniture is also important. All of these are normal because as parents, you will want to come up with room decoration for a newborn baby that is perfect in all ways. Baby room decor doesn’t just involve the wall colour, wallpaper or the…

Después de ser atrapado por el león macho, el ñu trató de forcejear y embistió al oponente. Gracias a eso escapó de las garras del señor de los pastizales. Sin embargo, después de escapar, el ñu no se escapó para conservar sus branquias. En cambio, se apresura activamente a atacar al león macho. Como resultado, el león tiró al suelo al ñu y terminó con un mordisco fatal. Los ñus son herbívoros, a menudo viven en manadas en la vasta sabana africana. Por supuesto, como muchos otros herbívoros, a menudo “juegan” a ser presas en muchas batallas de vida o…

It will be very beautiful if the garden has a flower bed because it will make it more alive with bright colors. Yellow flowers are an option that can increase the beauty of the garden and make you more excited to visit the park. For some types of plants with yellow flowers, check the following article about Beautiful Yellow Flowers to Stand Out in Your Garden. Yellow Rose Of course, many know the beauty of roses. In addition to red and white, roses also have a very amazing yellow color. The bright yellow can make your garden come alive and will…

As an ornamental plant that is very popular for home decor, peace lily is one of the plants that are quite popular. The shape of the leaves are thick green with beautiful flowers perennial white color makes this plant one of the plants that are happy. You can choose a variety of ornamental plants for different types of houses you can choose for the type of peace lily plants below. Piccolino Peace Lily Peace lily plant type this one is a type of Spathiphyylum with dwarf shape. Dark green leaves with their distinctive beautiful white flowers. These flowers can bloom…

Grow and care for dahlias throughout the seasonGrowth habitDahlias grow quickly, producing bushy plants and flowering in the first season. Water dahliasWater regularly and try to keep your foliage dry. Avoid overwatering, as moist soil can lead to rotting tubers. We recommend less frequent, but deep watering. It is best to let the soil dry out between waterings, as moist soil can easily cause tubers to rot (remember – this is why good soil preparation is so important). Water thoroughly about once a week until the dahlias germinate. When you see top growth, water as needed when the soil has…

I don’t know about you guys, but to me this winter seemed particularly long! I got so excited about the first warm weekend we had, I went out to the patio to enjoy a little fresh air and sunshine, but I have to admit, I was a little disappointed.  I mean I had a place to sit, but other than that it definitely looked like a winter patio. With the promise of more warm weather to come, I decided it was time to  brighten up our patio for spring.  I figured maybe you guys were ready for a little warm weather as…

An adult African elephant’s trunk is about seven feet (two meters) long! It’s actually an elongated nose and upper lip. Like most noses, trunks are for smelling. COMMON NAME: African elephants SCIENTIFIC NAME: Loxodonta TYPE: Mammals DIET: Herbivore GROUP NAME: Herd AVERAGE LIFE SPAN IN THE WILD: Up to 70 years SIZE: Height at the shoulder, 8.2 to 13 feet WEIGHT: 2.5 to seven tons When an elephant drinks, it sucks as much as 2 gallons (7.5 liters) of water into its trunk at a time. Then it curls its trunk under, sticks the tip of its trunk into its mouth, and blows. Out comes the water, right…

LeBron James has experience with late-game takeovers. Yet the Los Angeles Lakers star must watch from the sidelines while he heals from his foot ailment, just like the rest of us. Fortunately for him, Stephen Curry was prepared to perform on Saturday night during the highly anticipated Warriors-Bucks game. After struggling for most of the game, Curry went en fuego in the final few minutes of regulation and overtime to will the Warriors to the improbable win. He scored 22 of his 36 points in the 4th and OT as his three-point stroke was pure in crunch time. https://twitter.com/ClutchPointsApp/status/1634776267143667712?s=20 The…

On Saturday night, the Golden State Warriors defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 125-116 in overtime to further their stellar record at the Chase Center this year. Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Bucks is out with a right hand injury, so the Dubs made sure to seize the chance to play a tough opponent without their best player. Milwaukee, with the help of All-Defensive Team stalwart Jrue Holiday, held Steph Curry to just seven first-half points. But Curry caught fire at the end of the game, scoring 20 points in the game’s final minutes and delivering a game-saving block on Holiday at the…

An extreмely rare two-headed snake has stunned its handlers Ƅy Ƅucking all predictions of its iммinent deмise as it approaches its 17th year. The Ƅlack rat snake, which is really snakes sharing one slithering Ƅody, has grown to fiʋe feet long and has already exceeded the life expectancy of its regular counterparts in the wild. The rare serpent was found Ƅy a Ƅoy in his yard in the sмall town of Delta, Missouri, in 2005 and brought to Cape Girardeau Conserʋation Nature Center. The existence of a two-headed snake was already a one-in-a-100,000 long shot, and that it would liʋe to such…