30 June 2014

The Balancing Idol Rock of Brimham Moor | North Yorkshire, England

The Balancing Idol Rock of Brimham Moor | North Yorkshire, England

Brimhem Moore, an area of 20 hectares, in North Yorkshire, England, situated some interesting rock formations, created tens of thousands of years of erosion, but the most impressive of these is the Idol Rock - 200-ton monolith, balancing on a small pyramid-shaped base. Rock idol, height 4.5 meters, looks like she is about to fall, but in fact it is quite stable. Giant stone formation is estimated to having a weight of 200 tons, is teetering on the basis of his little longer than anyone remembers, denying the laws of physics, and forcing visitors Brimhem Moore, scratching their heads in wonder. This unique landmark, also known as Druids Idol and Desk Druids "Druid's Writing Desk", held in a small stone girth of 30 centimeters. Photos stone walk on the internet for years, and many believe that this is just the result of work in Photoshop, but the idol of Brimhema actually exists and is an example of the talent of Mother Nature.

The Idol Rock - 200-ton monolith, balancing on a small pyramid-shaped base.
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All Brimhem Moore is considered one of the strangest places in the entire UK. During the Victorian era dozens of strange looking stones made people assume that this site was created by the Druids, and only in the 20th century, people have finally realized that it was the result of erosion over 18,000 years. "If Brimhem could carry the plain of Salisbury "Salisbury Plain", then Stonehenge would have looked poor and miserable miniature" - someone said about this magical place.

The Idol Rock - 200-ton monolith, balancing on a small pyramid-shaped base.
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The Idol Rock - 200-ton monolith, balancing on a small pyramid-shaped base.
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The Idol Rock - 200-ton monolith, balancing on a small pyramid-shaped base.
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Balance of Nature — ‘Idol Rock’ at Brimham Rocks in Nidderdale This colossus is balanced precariously and seemingly impossibley, on a small piece of rock, for reasons known only to Mother Nature herself. If we could ask her she might say ‘it’s because I can’.
Balance of Nature — ‘Idol Rock’ at Brimham Rocks in Nidderdale This colossus is balanced precariously and seemingly impossibley, on a small piece of rock, for reasons known only to Mother Nature herself. If we could ask her she might say ‘it’s because I can’. Image credit  Heather

The Idol Rock - 200-ton monolith, balancing on a small pyramid-shaped base.
Image credit Lance Garrard

The Idol Rock - 200-ton monolith, balancing on a small pyramid-shaped base.
Image credit Jim Moran

The Idol Rock - 200-ton monolith, balancing on a small pyramid-shaped base.
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The Idol Rock - 200-ton monolith, balancing on a small pyramid-shaped base.
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The Idol Rock - 200-ton monolith, balancing on a small pyramid-shaped base.
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The Idol Rock - 200-ton monolith, balancing on a small pyramid-shaped base.

Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen

Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen

FIFA World Cup is in full swing, and illustrators around the world continue to devote more and more on their art-work. Illustrator Rudi Gunderson, settled  in Bodø, Norway, Rudi has several different styles, but he's especially passionate about drawing caricatures, portraits and sports illustrations. Rudi's latest collection is labelled as 'Stars of Brazil' and captures top players from selected countries sporting fan-esque face paint in their nation's colors ahead of the World Cup in Brazil this summer. Each player is dropped onto a club crest to create a unique gallery of alternative World Cup portraits.  All Photos © Behance.net

Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen

Neymar
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Neymar

Honda
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Honda

Hazard
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Hazard

Dempsey
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Dempsey

Lahm
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Lahm

Falcao
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Falcao

Casillas
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Casillas

Chicharito
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Chicharito

Gerrard
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Gerrard

Eto'o
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Eto'o

Cahill
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Cahill

Yaya Toure
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Yaya Toure

Modric
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Modric

Ronaldo
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Ronaldo

Van Persie
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Van Persie

Pirlo
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Pirlo

Vidal
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Vidal

Messi
Stars of Brazil 2014 by Rudi Gundersen — Messi

28 June 2014

Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave Malaysia

Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave

Batu Caves, Gombak, Malaysia. The limestone hills located just 13 kilometers north of Kuala Lumpur. Its name from the Sungai Batu or Batu River, which flows past the hill, and Batu Caves is also the name of the nearby village. Batu Caves is a series of Caves and Caves Temples in the Gombak District. The main attraction is the large statue of Hindu God at the entrance with 272 concrete steep. The history says the limestone forming Batu Caves to be around 400 millions years old. Some of the cave entrance were used as shelters by indigenous Temuan people "A tribe of Orang Asli". The caves became famous only after the limestone hills were recorded by colonial authorities including Daly and Syers as well as American Naturalist, William Hornaday in 1878. The Batu Caves was pomoted as a place of worship by K. Thamboosamy Pillai, an Indian Trader, He dedicate a temple to Lord Murugan within the caves. In 1890, Pillai, who also founded Mahamariamman Temple, Kuala Lumpur, installed the statue of Sri Murugan Swami in the what is today known as the Temple of Cave. Since 1892, The Thaipusam Festival in the Tamil month of Thai which comes in last of January/beginning of February, has been celebrated here. In 2006, a 140 feet tall concrete statue of Lord Murugan Statue was added at the foot of the stairs, the tallest statue of Hindu deity in Malaysia and second tallest statue of Hindu deity in the world. The Caves is also known as Cathedral Cave because it houses several Hindu shrines beneath its high vaulted ceiling.

Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave
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Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave
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Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave
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Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave
The Gallery of the main Temple cave at the top of the stairs is 300 feet high and 1200 feet long. Image by Flickr User Nomadic Samuel

Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave
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Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave
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Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave
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Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave
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Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave
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Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave
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Batu Caves | The Temple of Cave

26 June 2014

Magnificent Waterfall Gullfoss, Iceland

Magnificent Waterfall Gullfoss, Iceland

Gullfoss  is a waterfall located in the canyon of Hvítá river in southwest Iceland, Its stands on the edge of the mountain range, from roaring water falls down the rapid river Hvita. River "White" is a fitting name because on the surface of a violent white foam stream is formed, but the water seems that sky-blue, the transparent gray. Gullfoss means "golden waterfall", although no one knows exactly why its called. Perhaps the reason is that we can not remain indifferent. In sunny weather, rainbow over the waterfall can be seen several kilometers away. Waterfall is completely unique in both form and structure. It is formed of three separate levels and two stages. The height of the upper cascade of 11 meters, and the lower - 21 meters. At a time when the water level reaches its maximum, the water rushing at about 130 cubic meters per second and produces incredible noise. Wet Trail, which runs from the bottom to the top level of the waterfall, leads through a cloud of mist. Falls perfectly visible from the highway. From the top of the waterfall Gullfoss can see blue ice glacier Langjokull and big mountain pass Kjolur. Previously there have been many attempts to build on the site of the waterfall Gullfoss hydroelectric plant, which would lead to the destruction of the waterfall.

Gullfoss  is a waterfall located in the canyon of Hvítá river in southwest Iceland, Its stands on the edge of the mountain range, from roaring water falls down the rapid river Hvita.
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During the first half of the 20th century and some years into the late 20th century, there was much speculation about using Gullfoss to generate electricity. During this period, the waterfall was rented indirectly by its owners, Tómas Tómasson and Halldór Halldórsson, to foreign investors. However, the investors' attempts were unsuccessful, partly due to lack of money. The waterfall was later sold to the state of Iceland. Even after it was sold, there were plans to utilize Hvítá, which would have changed the waterfall forever. This was not done, and now the waterfall is protected. Sigríður Tómasdóttir, the daughter of Tómas Tómasson was determined to preserve the waterfall's condition and even threatened to throw herself into the waterfall. Although it is widely believed, the very popular story that Sigríður did save the waterfall from use is not true. A stone memorial to Sigriður, located above the falls, depicts her profile. Together with Þingvellir and the geysers of Haukadalur, Gullfoss forms the Golden Circle, a popular day tour for tourists in Iceland. [Source — Wikipedia]

Gullfoss  is a waterfall located in the canyon of Hvítá river in southwest Iceland, Its stands on the edge of the mountain range, from roaring water falls down the rapid river Hvita.
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Gullfoss  is a waterfall located in the canyon of Hvítá river in southwest Iceland, Its stands on the edge of the mountain range, from roaring water falls down the rapid river Hvita.
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Gullfoss  is a waterfall located in the canyon of Hvítá river in southwest Iceland, Its stands on the edge of the mountain range, from roaring water falls down the rapid river Hvita.
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Gullfoss  is a waterfall located in the canyon of Hvítá river in southwest Iceland, Its stands on the edge of the mountain range, from roaring water falls down the rapid river Hvita.
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Gullfoss  is a waterfall located in the canyon of Hvítá river in southwest Iceland, Its stands on the edge of the mountain range, from roaring water falls down the rapid river Hvita.
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Gullfoss  is a waterfall located in the canyon of Hvítá river in southwest Iceland, Its stands on the edge of the mountain range, from roaring water falls down the rapid river Hvita.
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Gullfoss  is a waterfall located in the canyon of Hvítá river in southwest Iceland, Its stands on the edge of the mountain range, from roaring water falls down the rapid river Hvita.
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Gullfoss  is a waterfall located in the canyon of Hvítá river in southwest Iceland, Its stands on the edge of the mountain range, from roaring water falls down the rapid river Hvita.
Image credit JasonParis

Gullfoss  is a waterfall located in the canyon of Hvítá river in southwest Iceland, Its stands on the edge of the mountain range, from roaring water falls down the rapid river Hvita.
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Gullfoss  is a waterfall located in the canyon of Hvítá river in southwest Iceland, Its stands on the edge of the mountain range, from roaring water falls down the rapid river Hvita.