Each nation and tribe has its own original and unusual traditions that are difficult to understand for others. But the customs of some peoples are so dumbfounding and amazing that one cannot but tell about them. Such a tribe, of course, is the Papuan tribe. What they perceive as commonplace and familiar affairs, it seems to us a real savagery. ...

Reunion Island is a special world, unlike any other region of the globe. This is not a colony in the traditional sense of the word, since the island was first inhabited by Europeans, and the indigenous peoples of this region did not live on it until the arrival of the sailors. Throughout history, the island changed its name 7 times, and the modern population speaks a unique language - a mixture of French, Malagasy and African dialects. ...

Since the discovery of fossil Australopithecus in South and East Africa in the middle of the 20th century, scientists seem to have agreed that the birthplace of the first ancestors of people is Africa. And later discoveries of fossils in the same region reinforced the idea that the early representatives of the human line not only appeared on the African continent, but remained isolated there for several million years before settling in Europe and Asia. ...

The vast majority of Russian shipping channels are located in the European part of the country. But once in Siberia a man-made waterway functioned that connected the Ob and the Yenisei. Today we will talk about the Ob-Yenisei, or Ket-Kass channel, which was abandoned in the middle of the last century, but is still indicated on maps and is clearly visible in space images. ...

The urban population of India is increasing every year, and gradually there are problems associated with the growth of urbanization. The lack of quality drinking water is the most important of them. Climate change and increasing drought are leading to the depletion of aquifers used for urban water supply. ...

There are several roads in the world that can rightfully be called "death roads." Every year they take dozens of lives of drivers and passengers. These roads do not forgive the slightest mistake, and adverse weather conditions make them a death attraction even for the most experienced drivers. I was “lucky” to ride in one of these nasty, slushy weather and fully feel the breath of death on steep and wet serpentines. ...

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What do you see in these frames? A caterpillar conveyor rides through the mountains of peaceful tourists, showing them the surroundings of the hills of Mont d'Arbois in the French commune of Megeve ... People are happy and smiling, as befits a vacationer. When you look at a similar picture, how can you ever think that this is actually a military test! ...

Do you have any pets? If yes, then this unites you with such outstanding historical figures as Queen Victoria, Lord Byron, President J. Washington. Many of them had cats, dogs, monkeys, even blackheads and lobsters. Let's see what kind of pets kept famous political and cultural figures! ...

National Geographic Magazine launched the very important and truly catchy Planet or Plastic information campaign. And we all have to see it. Many people know that there is too much plastic in the world now. We all feel a little guilty when we throw another plastic bag into the trash, knowing that we are contributing to a problem that is so enormous that we cannot even realize it. ...

Tibet is an amazing country located in the Himalayas at an altitude of 5000 m and above sea level. Alpine air, in contrast to the flat, which we breathe, has a number of features. In people living at atmospheric pressure of 760 mm. Hg. Art., the saturation of hemoglobin with oxygen is 96%. ...

Falconry as one of the varieties of hunting for wild animals originated in ancient times. But even with the advent of firearms, it did not disappear, but became popular among the upper classes and royalty of Europe and the East. The maintenance and training of birds requires not only special knowledge, but also significant resources, so today this type of hunting is widespread mainly in the countries of the Arab world, while in other states it is extremely rare. ...

The famous series "Game of Thrones" has become a cult and has gained many fans in many countries around the world. But no matter how sad it is for them to part with their beloved fantasy, the end is still near. There are only a few days left before the release of the final season and everyone is curiously awaiting the denouement. HBO decided to amuse the fans before the premiere and arranged a real quest for them. ...

Kamchatka is pure space. Here you can safely imagine yourself as a pioneer of distant planets. Volcanic activity does not just radically redraw the landscape. But it also creates a sense of presence somewhere on Mars. And if you imagine that the landscape before your eyes can change beyond recognition in seconds, then this adds a little peppercorn) Our journey began with exploring the surroundings of the Tolbachik volcano. ...

Of course, settlements also exist on the coast of Antarctica. But if scientists, military men and members of their families live there mainly, then on the island of Tierra del Fuego, divided between Chile and Argentina, quite ordinary people live for whom the end of the world is their home. This large island, located on the outskirts of South America, was inhabited long before the arrival of European sailors in these lands. ...

Pineapples were once a rarity even at the festive table, but today they can be found in any supermarket and at any time of the year. We have selected the most interesting facts about pineapples, which will allow you to learn more about your favorite fruit. Fruits once in a life. Pineapples do not grow on trees, but on the ground. ...