An avalanche is a flow of snow, ice or rock down a mountainside. It is a very sudden event, and can move very fast (about up to 200 km per hour).There are different kinds of avalanches. Some of them are: Rock avalanches: They consist of the movement of large segments of shattered rocks.. Ice avalanches: […]
Slope Point is the southern most point on the South Island of New Zealand. While the area of Slope Point is ragged and has constantly raging winds, this place became popular because of the strange windswept trees in the area. Used for sheep farming, the area of Slope Point is devoid of domestic houses, save
The Lavender Fields are a sprawling expanse of lavender farms located in the region of Sault and Valréas in Provence, France. Specifically in the months of June to August, the Lavender Fields are in full bloom creating a site that stuns the senses. From the aroma of lavender spreading throughout the air to the visual
The Moravian Fields are hypnotic lands located along the Morava River in the historical country of Moravia, Czech Republic. Acre upon acre of land that has been dedicated to agriculture, the fields in Moravia look straight out of any storybook. Rolling fields of green extend as far as the horizon making for a perfect view.
The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system located in the Coral Sea, off the Queensland coast in Australia. The Great Barrier Reef comprises over 2,900 individual reefs, 900 islands that stretch over 2,300 km. One of Australia’s most remarkable natural gifts, it is blessed with the astounding beauty and is one
Extreme weather is a weather condition which is significantly different from the average pattern of weather. Extreme weather is technically an atmospheric disturbance. Some of the examples are: hail and hailstorm, thunder and lightning, hurricane, tornadoes and cyclones. Some other examples are snowstorm and heat waves (loo).
Samarkand is a city known for its mosques and mausoleums situated in Uzbekistan. The word Samarkand was derived from the Sogdian word ‘Stone fort’ or ‘Rock town’. Mostly founded in the 7th and the 8th century BC, Samarkand prospered due to its strategic location along the Silk Route between China and the Mediterranean. Noted throughout
Bromo Volcano is an active volcano located in East Java, Indonesia. This incredible active volcano is one of the most popular peaks in the Tennger massif. Situated in the middle of a plain known as the ‘Sea of sand’, the Bromo Volcano with its top ‘Blown off’ is the most hiked mountain in Indonesia in
The Isle of Skye is a rugged yet picturesque island connected to the northwest coast of Scotland. The largest island in the northernmost part of the Inner Hebrides of Scotland, the Isle of Skye is known for its dramatic landscape. With rocky, rugged slopes radiating from the mountainous centre, Skye has some of the most
Drought is a condition that arises due to lack or insufficiency of rain for a long duration. The main causes of drought are: water shortage, stream flow reduction or depletion of groundwater and soil moisture. It is an indirect but gradual hazard occurring in Nature that affects agriculture. It can be categorised into four basic
Denali is a vast area comprising wilderness in the Denali National Park and preserve in the United States. With 6 million acres of parkland, Denali has a wonderful mix of landscapes that include forests at the lowest elevations, tundra in the middle elevations and glaciers, rock and snow in the highest elevations. The park sees
The Arctic Circle is the northernmost area of the 5 major latitudinal circles marking the World Map. The term ‘Arctic’ was coined from the Greek word that meant ‘Near the bear’. With no fixed position, the Arctic Circle’s latitude depends on the axial tilt of the Earth and tidal forces that are caused by the
The Grand Canyon National Park is situated in the northwestern part of Arizona, the United States. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Grand Canyon National Park, which was given its official designation in 1919, is the 15th oldest National Park in the United States. Covering 4,926.08 sq.km the Grand Canyon is an aweinspiring site because
Landslide is the movement of huge mass of rocks, soil and debris down a slope. This movement is driven by gravitational force or a force that causes two or more parts or layers of the Earth’s surface to slide upon in opposite directions. Landslide can occur in two ways: Rapid landslide: This event takes only
The Serengeti National Park is a vast area of grassland plains, savanna, riverine forests and woodlands, located in Tanzania.Spread over 14,750 sq.km, the Serengeti National Park is world-famous for its abundant wildlife, including the ‘Big five’ that were the most prized trophies shot by hunters. The plentiful wildlife includes the Masai lion, African leopard, African