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Number of views as of 12th December 2014 = 400.
Q. What lies beyond?
A. The Millennium Gardens at Pecorama, in the village of Beer, Devon, England.
Pecorama is a railway-themed, tourist attraction featuring the Beer Heights 7.25 inch gauge steam railway, model railway exhibitions, and a full-size Pullman restaurant car.
Date: 28th August 2012.


All this is not to say that maps are inherently destructive or
malevolent. But it is to suggest that maps are more than just neutral tools; they
carry worldviews attached to them, and as such, they have import as to how we view and
treat spaces. What, then, might a biblical understanding of the land have to say, even by
analogy, to the practice of mapping postcolonial spaces and places?
Walter Brueggemann in his important 1977 socio-critical study, The Land,
looked at how place is central to the biblical faith of Israel, and by extension, to the
Christian Church. Brueggemann uses the terms "space" and "place"
in a similar but not entirely synonymous way to how I have used them above. Space, for
Brueggemann is not only an undesignated geographical locale, it is also "an arena of
freedom, without coercion or accountability, free of pressures and void of authority,
" while place "has historical meanings [. . .] which provide continuity and
identity across generations." In the Jewish experience, the promised land is always
the receptacle of shalom:
The land for which Israel yearns and which it remembers is never
unclaimed space but is always a place with Yahweh, a place well filled with
memories of life with him and promise from him and vows to him. It is land that provides
the central assurance to Israel of its historicality, that it will be and always must be
concerned with actual rootage in a place which is a repository for commitment and
therefore identity. (5-6)
The land becomes the physical, social, and symbolic conduit for
identity, responsibility, and blessing. The Old Testament, in one sense, may be understood
as Israel's memory of both her states of landlessness and landedness. Israel's experience
of landlessness includes:
- The Abrahamic sojourn (Gen 12, 15), a time when God's people learn
faith by stepping out into landlessness on the promise of a new land. Sojourning has a
direction to it; one is on the way to somewhere.
- The Wilderness wanderings (Ex 16-18), a period when Israel must learn
that not just any land will do (Egypt), that God is their true source and provider of
- The Exile (II Kings 24:14-15, Ps 137, Lamentations), a time of
judgment, a time of separation from the place they love that they might be eventually
restored and renewed (Jer 24).
Likewise, Israel's landedness may be seen in three periods:
- The Conquest and Period of the Judges, where Israel receives the gift
of the bountiful land by God's power and where the people experience the temptation the
land also offers--that of the illusion of self-sufficiency.
- The Monarchy, where Israel experiences a fuller measure of the
blessing, but also the corruption of monarchial control and land grabbing, as well as
eventual division and rupture (I Kings 12, 21, Amos 4:1-3, 6:1-6).
- The Second Temple community (Neh 9, Ezra 9), where Israel renews the
covenant of land and city, yet also struggles with how to be a separate people before God.
The New Testament Christian church has a kind of continuity with
Israel's memory, for in one sense, the church is an entity engrafted into Israel (Rom
11:11-24, Eph 2:11-13), while in another sense the church is Israel, the people
of God (Gal 6:14-16, Eph 2:14-22). The church, like Israel, experiences both sojourn (Heb
13:11-13) and the hope of a land (Heb 12:14-24, Rev 21), and the larger New Testament
vision is one that expands the landedness of Israel to the whole creation (Rom 8:18-25,
Eph 1:18-23). Of course, this is not to say that the Old Testament ignores God's rule of
all creation (Gen 1-2, Ps 96, Is 40:21-32). Nonetheless, there is a renewed sense with
Jesus that the expectation of shalom is now a global one (Col 1:15-20, II Pet 3, Rev 21).
God will judge, then condemn or restore all things.
As we can see, the experience of Israel was both a land-bound and a
land-free one, always embodied and local, yet also faith enacting and God-dependent.
Israel's memory "maps," if you will, the geographic space they reside in
or wish to come/return to. This experience reminds us that a space becomes a place for
good and for evil reasons. As we have been suggesting this semester, the creational
principle of interdependence, the diversity and hybridity of church, scripture, and faith,
and the biblical models of personhood and shalom all remind us that local embodiments of a
people are both changing over time and also very valuable. (Each in a sense always
continues to exist before the perception of God.) Mapping may be used for good if its telos
is shalom and carries with it the ends of responsible stewardship and respect for human
rights as an expression of the imago dei. Yet mapping may also result in
violations of shalom, denials of human dignity, and worldviews that offer corrupt notions
I don't believe we can extend the particular experience of
landlessness of Israel to other similar experiences of postcolonial peoples, yet we can
offer as Christians to all peoples the resulting hope for a blessed land, faith as
dependence upon God's provision, and love of the good gifts of God. In that sense,
Israel's struggle with living in the land is the struggle of every ethnoi in
learning to practice justice and acknowledge its rightful standing before the Creator.
Likewise, to borrow Volf's terminology again, the catholic and evangelical personalities
of Christians should call them to hold two maps in their lives--a local map and a
universal one. As Christians of every people participate in the life of that people,
they are to stand with yet apart, receiving the other, yet calling the locale to
repentance. What would, I wonder, a shalom map of a place pay attention to?
Brueggemann, Walter. The Land: Place as Gift, Promise,
and Challenge in Biblical Faith. Philadelphia: Fortress, 1977.


It costs more to travel inside the state of Alaska than it does in the lower 48. I repeat, it costs more to travel in Alaska than it does in the lower 48. This fact is never advertised in the Alaska tourism ads and few hunters who move here in anticipation of endless hunting experiences realize this fact as well.
The bottom line is that if you lived in a location like for example, Anchorage, you would obviously have to leave the city to hunt. However, Alaska has very few roads and only a small portion of Alaska is even reachable by these roads.
How about four-wheelers then? Well, four wheelers are not only expensive, but they require a truck and/or a trailer to haul them around. There are tons of places where you can use four wheelers, but you need to be more than a novice rider, know how to outrun crowds and carry plenty of fuel and supplies to get you far away from where you started from. It is also not a coincidence that all easily accessible hunting areas are regulated to only a small number of lucky draw hunters.
So no matter what, you have to travel to kill game in Alaska. You can also travel by boat, but again, boats are expensive and you will still be hitting bodies of water with plenty of other people. Hunting with other hunters around may be the normal in the lower 48, but most hunters come to Alaska to get away from the crowds.
The ultimate freedom vehicle to freely hunt in Alaska is a small bush plane, but how many people can afford an airplane, let alone a pilot’s license and the hundreds of hours of back country flying experience? Not many. So, if you want to get away from the wheelers and the boat crowds, you have to pay someone to ‘fly-in’ somewhere to hunt. This is where the real expense comes in.
If I want to fly from Anchorage to a close by Caribou spot (granted I drew a tag), it would cost me a minimum of $800.00 one way. That is just one way, and that is a close by area that won’t force me to be in the field for 10 days. Most working people cannot be gone that long very many times.
If I want to fly to a decent sheep hunting spot, it costs even more. A good friend of mine is hunting sheep in an elite location this year and his flight costs will be around $3000.00 for round trip. How many people can afford that much to hunt an animal? Not many I would guess.
If you add up all the specialized gear that is also needed for weather protection and survival, hunting in Alaska is actually out of reach for a lot of people.


Dynamic sediments and sediments with active biogeochemistry often generate a variety of chemical compounds, some of which will be gaseous. This inverted echo-sounder image from 30 October 2011 at the Delta Dynamics Laboratory in the Strait of Georgia at 108m water depth near the mouth of the Fraser River has captured numerous clouds of rising bubbles. Such bubbles have several distinct characteristics.
First, we can see the uniform rise velocity, suggesting nearly constant bubble size. Bubbles have been detected that dissolve with height (common in unsaturated water conditions, as the bubbles shrink they slow and the traces arc to the right) or bubbles that grow as a result of reduced hydrostatic pressure (the traces curve upwards). This image coincides with low tide, another condition that is known to encourage gas release as the water pressure is at a minimum. We have also detected bubbles rising from schools of fish.
One final observation: the ensonified volume of water is an 8 degree cone expanding upwards from the transducer head. The bubbles may appear in the acoustic back-scatter at any height as they enter the beam, and with the strong tidal currents in the Strait of Georgia, they can easily be advected horizontally both into and out of the beam, thus the random appearance of bubble clouds into and out of the ensonified volume.


Gov. Rick Scott opened a new front this past week in Florida's long-running water war with Georgia and Alabama over the Apalachicola River system. Scott declared that he would go to the U.S. Supreme Court to stop Georgia's "unchecked consumption" of water in the system, which has devastated the Apalachicola Bay fisheries — and the people who depend on them — downstream in Florida.
"We must fight for the people of this region," Scott said. "The economic future of Apalachicola Bay and Northwest Florida is at stake."
Bravo. Although Scott's lawsuit won't bring quick relief, we're glad he's standing up for the region and its people. We only wish he would apply that same sense of urgency to another water emergency in Florida.
Many of Florida's iconic natural springs are dying, victims of pollution and excessive groundwater pumping. Their once crystal clear waters have become fouled with algae and weeds. The degradation in world-famous Silver Springs near Ocala has gotten the most attention, but Central Floridians have seen a decline closer to home in Wekiwa Springs.
And while the impact of their deterioration is not as concentrated as the environmental and economic damage in the Apalachicola Bay, studies have shown thousands of jobs and millions of dollars depend on healthy springs because of the tourists they attract. Springs also are vital sources of fresh water and the hubs of fragile ecosystems.
The last budget Scott signed included $10 million for springs restoration. But when Florida's water management districts drew up a plan earlier in the year for restoring springs, the bottom line came to $122 million.
Last week state Sen. Darren Soto, an Orlando Democrat, refiled a bill aimed at rescuing the most endangered springs. It would direct water management districts to identify the springs in decline in their regions, and develop five-year restoration plans for them.
Rep. Linda Stewart, another Orlando Democrat, sponsored the same bill in the House in the last legislative session. It went nowhere in either chamber. Legislative leaders figured it would be too expensive. But the price of inaction could be much higher.
According to the most recent estimates from state economists, lawmakers could have nearly $2 billion more to work with as they put together next year's budget. They need to make springs restoration a higher priority. A push in that direction from Scott could be decisive.
There are other steps the Scott administration could take to improve the health of springs that wouldn't cost money. It could start by dropping its efforts to help large water users more easily drain the state's aquifers and diminish the flow supporting springs.
While he's right to defend the Apalachicola Bay, the governor also needs to fight harder for springs.


Every corner of Maine is home to folklore. We are a state of storytellers, of imaginative souls that embrace the tales passed down for generations. We each have favorite stories and characters- some entirely fictional, some entirely real, and others somewhere in the gray area. As is the case with tall-tales surrounding the wide eyed Baron Jean-Vincent de St. Castin, seen front and center on the Maine Saucery’s bottles of Baron’s Blaze.
When Robert Brouillard took on the production and distribution of Baron’s Blaze, a decadent, one of a kind, sweet-spicy peach-based hot sauce made in Castine, he and his business partner extrapolated from the original story about Castine’s own treasure-hoarding Baron to add some mystique to their marketing.
“The Baron Jean-Vincent de St. Castin was a secretive Saucerer. The leader of an underground society in France solely dedicated to the conjuring of fine sauces, his expertise sprang from his love of exotic spices and peppers. Famous for having the most magnificent of succulent sauce recipes, with an aroma that could leave a man dazed and the taste couldn’t be topped. In 1666 the Baron was unfortunately ousted from the League of Saucerers, after one of his sauce pots exploded, macing nearly half the town…”
Though the Baron’s Blaze recipe was concocted by Robert’s father and neighbor as a hobby that was sold on Sugarloaf mountain and became a favorite in local-to-Castine shops, the website implies that this recipe is older than you think; and the product has gone through recent shape-shifting thanks to the vision of Robert and his team for the perfect hot sauce.
After graduating from UMaine, Robert purchased the company with a friend in 2015, rebranded the business, and reworked the recipe. The product is manufactured in Castine, and the company’s office and distribution space is located in Portland. Currently, Baron’s Blaze is distributed to multiple states from Maine to California and sends approximately 20-30 cases per month to storefronts and happy tables.
Story-telling may be one of our main talents here in the state of Maine, but the deliciousness of this product is definitely not far-fetched. Baron’s Blaze is sweet with a mild punch- ideal for topping eggs, steak, oysters, potato salad, and any other food you could want to add a little kick to! You can find this Maine-made hot sauce at Center for Maine Craft, as well as other local-to-you locations.


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Just 10 minutes' walk from Munich Central Station, Augusten Hotel Munchen has a accessible setting, making it an ideal base when visiting Munich. It also provides luggage storage, a 24-hour reception and an express check-in and check-out feature.
This art deco hotel features a range of facilities, such as a ticket service, a terrace and a tour desk. Additionally, the multilingual staff are on hand to provide local information. Guests can also access the hotel's internet connection.
Augusten Hotel Munchen has 63 rooms that are fitted with all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay. There are also several connecting rooms designed to accommodate families or groups travelling together.
Augusten Hotel Munchen is surrounded by the area's sightseeing attractions, including Alte Pinakothek, Karlsplatz and Technical University Munich, which are within walking distance. It is also within walking distance of Circus Krone and Pinakothek der Moderne.
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Augusten Hotel is located at Augustenstr. 2 in Maxvorstadt, 1.3 km from the centre of Munich. Königsplatz is the closest landmark to Augusten Hotel.
Check-in time is 13:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Augusten Hotel.
Yes, Augusten Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.
No, Augusten Hotel does not offer free parking.
No, Augusten Hotel does not offer free airport shuttle service.
Augusten Hotel is 21.7 km from Oberpfaffenhofen. Augusten Hotel is 28.7 km from Munich Franz Josef Strauss.
Yes, Augusten Hotel is a pet-friendly hotel.
No, Augusten Hotel does not have a pool on-site.


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This restaurant was built in 1958 on the ruins of a fortress, constructed by the English, during the Napoleonic era. The original canons in front of the restaurant still reflect that adventurous period. This beautiful and historic site high up the rocks, offers the visitor a superb view of the most western part of the island and also a wonderful sunset view. Playa Forti serves a variety of.
Located in Westpunt village, just 3 minutes' walk from Playa Forti Beach, this accommodations offers views of the Caribbean Sea. It features an outdoor pool and bungalows with a complete kitchen. A private balcony with sea views is part of each cabana-style bungalow at Westhill Bungalows. The bungalows are furnished with a work desk. There is.
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Muhammad I r. The successors to Muhammad V brought an inexorable decline in Nasrid art. In , Charles V decided to build the palace that bears his name, in a Renaissance style. The complex was declared a national monument in and is currently managed by the Patronato de la Alhambra y Generalife, now under the auspices of the regional government of Andalusia. The name ‘Alhambra’ appears towards the end of the 9th century in a variety of different forms, the most common being al-Qalat al-Hamra , ‘the red castle’ due to the colour of the clay used in the walls. The complex is divided into three areas: the citadel, the palace area and the medina , in addition to the structures outside the walls. There are two types of tower in the complex: residential the Tower of the Captive and the Tower of the Princesses and defensive Muhammad’s Tower and the Tower of the Lamp. The main through routes are the Lower Royal Road for access to the palace area, the Upper Royal Road, the main street in the medina , and the Circular or Ditch Road, the main thoroughfare. The palace area constitutes a single unit, even though the seven palaces are separate.
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Pick your preferred language. We speak English and 43 other languages. Check for travel restrictions. Travel might only be permitted for certain purposes, and touristic travel in particular may not be allowed. Read more. Located in Granada, a few steps from Paseo de los Tristes and a minute walk from Alhambra and Generalife, Frente a la Alhambra has air-conditioned accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi.
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Name: Camino de Ronda north sector. Period: End of the 13thth centuries. Noteworthy: The Camino de Ronda of the Alcazaba possesses the oldest parts of the wall, some sections dating from the 11th century. Its function is not only strategic but also forms part of the urban structure of the military city as it was the road that led to the inside of the Alhambra. The Camino de Ronda could be a moat, closing the access to the citadel in case of attack, or a walking road that enclosed the defensive area and that communicated with other areas of the city.
The Alhambra in Granada, Spain is a magnificent Moorish fortress palace complex dating back to the 14th century. When to come. Avoid peak hours during the summer tourist season. Waiting lines can grow because the number of visitors allowed inside the Alhambra at any given time is limited. If you have to visit during the tourist season, arrive early or late – and avoid weekends and holidays.
Why it was built. The Alhambra was constructed on a sheer-sided hilltop with commanding military-defensive views of the surrounding lands. Main attractions. The Alhambra has many master-designed attractions including exquisitely ornate rooms, soothing fountain courtyards and aromatic gardens. Not its former self. No matter how grand the Alhambra is today, we’ll never see it in its full glory. Time and war have long ago demolished some of the structures.
How the Alhambra got its name. The reddish clay on and around the hill gave the citadel its name – Alhambra means “red” in Arabic.
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Alhambra to present according to the company web site. But other sources as follows: made in Spain. Alhambra has the manufacturing date of each model registered thanks to its file including all the serial numbers. From late , all this information is automatically recorded on our computer at the same time we print the initial label when beginning the manufacturing of each guitar.
This serial number has 8 digits 7 when it begins with number 0 , and together with the guitar code each model has its own identification code , lets us know the whole building and manufacturing process of that guitar. From until late , Alhambra did not use this system, but we also registered all the codes manually stating month and year when we began the process, so we are also able to know the manufacturing date.
From on, the serial number of our guitars is a combination of letters and number that is located on the bottom right side of the label. If we are talking about guitars built before , we would need some pictures of the guitar such as the internal label, the top showing the rosette , the back and the head to identify the instrument and give you an approximate manufacturing date, the woods we used to build them and also the equivalent current model if we have changed it.
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For more than a thousand years, people of different backgrounds found refuge behind her venerable walls. They are not mutually exclusive; our job is to find balance between the two. A fortress against market storms.
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New registrants will receive access to video and all supporting materials from the first session. The building complex contains an extraordinary array of designs, many of which are unique in the Islamic world and have proven an inspiration for artists of both east and west, including M C Escher, whose brilliant design work was transformed upon visiting the Alhmabra. Over 5 weeks we will study some of the most characteristic surface patterns from the building complex, starting from the simplest designs and tessellations we will progressively work towards more complex patterns.
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Alhambra is a palace fortress complex sitting on the Sabikah Hill in Granada, Spain. It counts as one of the major examples and monuments of Moorish architecture in Islamic architecture and is also one of the most visited European tourist attractions. Dating back to AD , it was rebuilt by the first ruler of the Nasrid Kingdom of Granada in its current form in the 13th century and after some years of being in a desolate state and being neglected, it is a NESCO World Heritage Site since Part of this palace complex is the Court of the Lions [Patio de los Leones] with its marble fountain that sits on twelve lions.
Another part of the complex that sits right next to it, is the Court of the Myrtles [Patio de los Arrayanes] surrounded by the chambers of the Comares Palace [Palacio de Comares]. Both of these courts are seen in Memories of the Alhambra. The Alcazaba, a fortress, on the other hand is one of the oldest part of the Alhambra and also seen in the drama.
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Alhambra , palace and fortress of the Moorish monarchs of Granada , Spain. After the expulsion of the Moors in , much of the interior was effaced and the furniture was ruined or removed. Charles V , who ruled in Spain as Charles I —56 , rebuilt portions in the Renaissance style and destroyed part of the Alhambra in order to build an Italianate palace designed by Pedro Machuca in In an earthquake caused further damage to the complex. After the death of Contreras in , his son Rafael continued his work for nearly four decades.
Additional restoration and conservation work continued through the 21st century.


The plot is located in Bryn, Oslo. The district is bounded by Tvetenveien, E6/Ring 3 and Nils Hansens vei, and is today an industrial area characterized by single buildings and large paved surfaces. One of the challenges with the plot is that it is long, narrow and has a large slope.
Historically, the district was a part of Bryn Farm and Teisen Farm. During the 1800s, four of Christiania's largest brickworks were established in the area, and Bryn Train Station was used as a logistics line. The project consists of three office buildings located on a base that handles the large terrain drop on the site. The base floors are designed in concrete and houses Bertel O. Steen's new car complex with access from the south side of the plot. The office buildigs have access from the north and differ in terms of expression from the base as the facades are designed in brick.
The municipality's desire for a green axis and more pedestrian, bicycle and road connections through the area has guided the design of the office volumes. Due to the level difference, the slope ratio and property boundaries, the axis is placed as a diagonal through the plot. A unifying square will be established on the client's property. The goal has been to create a place that eventually becomes a part of a city, and not a car complex. By thinking of the city, the buildings will be able to change over time, and be used for other functions.


358-360 Dean Street has a Walk Score of 100 out of 100. This location is a Walker’s Paradise so daily errands do not require a car.
358-360 Dean Street is a three minute walk from the 2 7 Avenue Express, the 3 7 Avenue Express and the 4 Lexington Avenue Express at the Nevins St stop.
This location is in the Boerum Hill neighborhood in New York. Nearby parks include Brooklyn Bears Rockwell Plaza Garden, Brooklyn Academy of Music Historic District and Sixteen Sycamores Playground.
Nearby schools include Metropolitan Corporate Academy, Brooklyn Music School and The Brooklyn Waldorf School.
The closest grocery stores are N Y Croissant Food Inc, Rocky's Deli & Supermarket and R & J Food Market.
Nearby coffee shops include Dunkin' Donuts, Starbucks and Canteen Delicatessen. There are 331 restaurants within a 15 minute walk including M.O.B, Maimonide of Brooklyn and Ocean View Diner.
358-360 Dean Street is near St. Joseph's College New York, Polytechnic Institute of New York University and St. Francis College.
There are excellent bike lanes and the terrain is flat as a pancake. 358-360 Dean Street is very bikeable, biking is convenient for most trips. Bike sharing is available from Citi Bike.


Due to popular demand the Journal of Geoclimatic Studies article has been made available as a pdf and as the entire Journal of Geoclimatic Studies website.
Here is one of many emails received:
As a scientist working on climate change, I greatly enjoyed the "article" in the "Journal of Geoclimatic Studies", and the reaction it triggered. Well done! But the article is now circulating in a Google archive version without the figures. I and many of my colleagues would love it if you would post a .pdf file of the original as it "appeared" in the "journal".
Thanks for a good laugh at Rush Limbaugh's expense.
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|Fig 1: Land Cover plus: Crop Map 2015 (pre-production image minus Northern Ireland)|
To the traveller, though relatively small, the United Kingdom is a topographically diverse island with population centres interspersed by the familiar patchwork quilt of the typical English countryside. The patches are fields, in the main a product of a sophisticated cropping system focussed on producing staple crops the colours of which - the bright yellow of oilseed rape in the spring, and golden straws of wheat and barley in the late summer - we are all familiar with. (For the curious the areas of these annual crops can be obtained via the Defra-published statistics.)
What has not been familiar, until now, is how these crops are arranged across the countryside in space and time as seen from a more distant perspective.
As well as being an additional source of statistical data, the new CEH Land Cover plus: Crops 2015 (Figure 1) provides the opportunity to develop a spatial understanding of how the UK’s main arable crops relate not only to each other, but also to their governing environmental factors.
The innovations behind the 2015 Crop Map are the product of a collaboration between the Hampshire-based business Remote Sensing Applications Limited and CEH. Throughout the UK’s 2015 growing season satellite imagery was collected and subjected to a novel processing chain, enabling the development of a library of crop signatures. These have enabled the efficient production of what is probably the UK’s first satellite derived digital crop map.
Figure 2: Detail from Land Cover Plus: Crops 2015 (note, white areas are non-agricultural)
Great Britain has perhaps an enviable record in land use surveying for a range of purposes, notably the Domesday Book in the 11th century, and Dudley Stamp’s Land Utilisation Survey undertaken from 1933 to 1948. Those early surveyors could not have foreseen the technology available today nor its unique perspective.
Those early surveyors could not have foreseen the technology available today nor its unique perspective.
The Crop Map utilises information provided by the European Space Agency’s Sentinel 1 radar and Sentinel 2 optical satellite, providing a new detailed attribution layer to the CEH Land Cover base map's arable and improved grassland land use class. Launched in 2014 and deployed at 693km the Sentinel 1A radar satellite (Figure 3 below) is equipped with a C-band Synthetic Aperture Radar sensor, enabling data to be collected independent of the weather on Earth1. In an orbit of 786km the Sentinel 2a optical satellite carries a multispectral sensor with an imaging sweep or swath width of 290km of the Earth’s surface2.
Figure 2: The Sentinel 1 radar satellite employs Synthetic Aperture Radar. © ESA/ATG medialab3
New insights for agronomy
In relation to agronomy the Crop Map provides a range of new insights. Crops can be considered individually, for example the spatial distribution of oilseed rape across the UK and collectively, as a topographical crop mosaic, illustrating the proximity of different crops to each other and prompting questions on the location of seasonal pulses of agronomic activity and their effects. A number of uses is envisaged for this new data layer: hydrological modelling, catchment-sensitive farming, plant health and crop science, phenology, control of crop subsidies and levies, agri-business, agricultural statistics and climate change4.
Of course the inevitable dynamics of innovation means that many future uses of Crop Map are yet to emerge.
Nicholas Corker, Innovation Manager at CEH
3 Image courtesy of the European Space agency: http://www.esa.int/spaceinimages/Images/2014/02/Sentinel-1_radar_modes. (Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) was invented by Carl Wiley at Goodyear Aircraft Company in Goodyear, Arizona in 1951: http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/us/products/sar.html)
4 Agricultural Statistics and Climate Change 5th edition 2014: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/337803/Agriclimate-5edition-30jul14.pdf


At first sight, Huahines’ reefs appeared to lack vertical relief; the bottom was barren and without much life. It was obvious to all of us that a disturbance had impacted these reefs sometime in the past. Locals indicated it was the result of an invasion of hungry crown-of-thorn-sea stars in 2008 and a cyclone in 2010.
A closer look at Huahines’ reefs over the last couple of days, however, immersed us in a world of miniature creatures. A wide variety of young and healthy-looking corals thrived in the small crevices and crannies, and thousands of tiny fish constantly emerged from invisible refuges, crowding the blue water column like swarms of busy bees.
Huahines’ reefs are perhaps not the safest place for large fish, since there are virtually no places to hide. But for small fish and juveniles of larger species, like these Nemateleotris magnifica, a pile of rubble is more than a home, it’s a palace for four!
This butterflyfish, for example, found a safe place to escape my camera lens, retreating into a hole where I could hardly fit my thumb. This small hole will provide a safe refuge until it reaches a larger size, and can venture out safely to feed on coral polyps.
The wide variety of tiny life forms thriving on Huahines’ reefs was a lesson for our divers’ eyes, who were accustomed to healthy and colourful-looking reefs with large corals and large fishes. Although the reef appeared degraded from a distance, the landscape was scattered with juvenile corals that should grow up in a few years time and carpet the bottom. Huahines’ reefs remind us that not only healthy reefs, but also those that are on a slow path to recovery, must get all our help and protection to ensure they can rebound and provide a home for larger fish in the future.
(Photos by: Dr. Sonia Bejarano)
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With a stay at Sani Asterias in Kassandra, you'll be in the entertainment district, and 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from Varkes Beach and 9.7 mi (15.5 km) from Folklore Museum of Afitos. Featured amenities include limo/town car service, express check-in, and express check-out. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
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- Recreation staff is nice
- Professional service
- Pleasant hotel grounds
- Great desserts & fruits
Policies vary by room type and provider.
FAQs when booking at Sani Asterias
Where is Sani Asterias located?
Sani Asterias is located at Sani Kassandra, 6.4 miles from the center of Kassandreia. Siviri Beach is the closest landmark to Sani Asterias.
When is check-in time and check-out time at Sani Asterias?
Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Sani Asterias.
Does Sani Asterias offer free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Sani Asterias offers free Wi-Fi.
Does Sani Asterias offer free parking?
Yes, Sani Asterias offers free parking.
Does Sani Asterias offer free airport shuttle service?
No, Sani Asterias does not offer free airport shuttle service.
How far is Sani Asterias from the airport?
Sani Asterias is 34.1 miles from Thessaloniki Makedonia Apt.. Sani Asterias is 64.5 miles from Skiathos.
Can you bring pets to Sani Asterias?
No, pets are not allowed at Sani Asterias.
Does Sani Asterias have a pool?
Yes, Sani Asterias has a pool onsite.
Most Popular Landmarks
- Siviri Beach 5.2 mi
- Tzikas' vineyard 5.9 mi
- Windmill 6.3 mi
- Kalithea Beach 7.5 mi
- Beach 10.1 mi
- Petralona Cave and Anthropological Museum 20.3 mi
|Thessaloniki Makedonia Apt.||34.1 mi|


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The weathered dolomite rock that was deposited and formed during what we now call the Silurian Period is the attraction for this locale. Being able to walk, climb and crawl along these rock surfaces has drawn visitors to this area for decades. It is amazing to think that approximately 430 millions years ago the sedimentation of lime in the shallow tropical seas that once covered this area created the backbone of this park. Water has eroded the backbone of dolomite and created the fractured looks, distinct with ledges and crevices. If you take the time and give the rock formations a close look you will note the fossils of the ancient, once-living creatures of this historic sea.
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1) Get an elevation reading at the given waypoint. Then continue to this waypoint: N 42 36.769 W 091 33.637 and get an elevation reading. What is the rough approximation of slope between these two points?
2) Move to this waypoint: N 42 36.735 W 091 33.641
Describe the colors and texture of the rocks you see here. Speculate as to what causes the pock marks. Venture further, if you dare!
3) What water body is either seen or heard in this area?
4) Upload a picture of you and or your group in an area of your choice as long as you show some of the magnificent backbone dolomite and the spectacular scenery.
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97% SMALLHOLDER FARMERS, SUMATRA, ROBUSTA
A Long History in Global Coffee
Home to 260 million people, Indonesia is an environmentally diverse tropical archipelago that straddles the equator, creating well-suited microclimates for the effective growth and production of coffee.
Indonesia has a long history in coffee. Going back to the late 1600s, Indonesia was the first-place coffee was cultivated outside the Horn of Africa and Arabia. The Dutch initially bought seedlings from Yemen and established their first coffee plantations in West Java in 1996. From there, coffee production quickly spread to other islands of Indonesia. Today, Indonesia is a coffee powerhouse: it is the fourth largest coffee producer in the world, the world’s second largest Robusta producer and is ranked fourth in total number of farmers growing coffee nationwide.
Despite being able to find specialty Arabica coffee, nearly three-quarters of coffee produced in Indonesia is low-quality Robusta. The lowland areas of southern Sumatra are the mainstay of Robusta production, generating approximately two-thirds of Indonesian Robusta and accounting for almost 50% of the country’s total coffee production.
However, southern Sumatra’s agriculture is dogged by low productivity and poor-quality coffee beans. Even though average Robusta yields can go up to 2 t per hectare, coffee yields of approximately 600,000 smallholder farmers in southern Sumatra have often fell to 0.5 t per hectare.
Using a holistic approach to address these challenges in Indonesia, HRNS continues to develop and implement tailor made programs and local solutions together with coffee farming families through a collaborative approach promoting long term sustainability.
We are currently working with smallholder farmers in OKU Selatan District of Sumatra Selatan Province, Indonesia to increase the productivity, quality and profitability of their coffee production. Since 2014, we have reached over 20 thousand smallholder coffee farmers.
For more information about our projects in Indonesia, please contact our Indonesia Office here.
Dr. Adrian Bolliger
Country Director Indonesia
Some Facts About Our Projects in Indonesia
Adaptation Rate To Climate Change Techniques
According to ICP-Progress Report
Farmer visits as well as Farmer Field Schools.
Increase of Yields per ha
Cooperatives established by the project since 2014 were rated as ‘strong & professional’ in 2019


Volcanoes dominate the highlands overlooking the central plateau of the country : a wide valley at an altitude of about 1 000 m.
The climate is ideal (25 °) all year, which explains in part that two thirds of the country's population live here.
With its steep slopes covered with verdant forests and trees, the region offers astonishing views.
Beautiful roads cross the mountains through green coffee plantations, pastures and fresh cedar and pine in altitude. Most of the mountain forests are now protected.
National parks and nature reserves are the delight of hikers and nature lovers.
With its butterflies farms and coffee plantations, its volcanoes, its excursions into the canopy and rivers suitable for rafting, the region is the greatest concentration of tourist attractions in the country.


Bay Forest is a wooded, 299-acre community of 836 homes. Homes range in price from the 300s to a million. Bay Forest is Located in houstons dynamic Clear Lake/NASA area and is minutes from Clear Lake, Galveston Bay, as well as the Kemah waterfront and numerous recreation and other attractions.
Built with the strength and spirit of family in mind, the Bay Forest community provides a great place to raise a family and have great neighbors. The recreational facilities in the neighborhood along with the social events hosted by the community make Bay Forest a truly unique place to live.
The day-to-day hussle and bussle of life is softened by beautiful greenery and our own amazing nature preserve. With a habitat of indigenous flora and fauna unique to the Gulf Coast, this amazing Wildlife Preserve is perfect for exploring or exercising. It is simply a place to reconnect with family and to help reacquaint yourself with the important things. Bay Forest is the place to be! With our amazing walking trails, beautiful landscaping, community pool, tennis courts and playgrounds for all homeowners to enjoy. Why would you want to leave?
If you ultimately decide on one of the homes for sale in Bay Forest, the children will be attending the Clear Creek Independent School District (CCISD). CCISD is a highly sought after school system and has earned an Exemplary Rating by the Texas Education Agency (TEA), and parents regularly praise the high quality education their children receive. CCISDs mission is to develop students who will lead the way to the future by educating and equipping them with the skills necessary to excel in the 21st century through a system characterized by meaningful community relationships and a comprehensive curriculum facilitated by a highly qualified team committed to Courage, Collaboration, Innovation, and Self-Direction.
Schools in the Bay Forest Area
Falcon Pass Elementary - Campus Rating Exemplary. The mission of Falcon Pass Elementary is to FOCUS on building relationships and individual student success, to take PRIDE in our school and achieve EXCELLENCE through educational enrichment. Located: 2465 Falcon Pass Drive Houston, TX 77062
Space Center Intermediate - Campus Rating Exemplary. The mission of Space Center Intermediate is to provide a positive learning environment in which each student has the opportunity to develop and grow into a successful, productive citizen. Located: 17400 Saturn Lane Houston, TX 77058
Clear Lake High School - Campus Rating Recognized. Located at: 2929 Bay Area Blvd. Houston, TX 77058
Bay Forest Community Association, can be reached at (832)-224-6446
15715 Lake Lodge Dr,
Houston, TX 77062
If you have any questions regarding any of the Bay Forest, or would like to schedule a tour of any real estate, residential or commercial in the Bay Area, please do not hesitate to call The Bly Team : 281-823-5775


Beach Front Property and the Last Chance Range
Now you can buy beachfront property in Pahrump. No, the state of California didn’t fall into the ocean, despite some people not caring if it did. About 225 million years ago, the Battle-born state was covered by ocean waters, and like most of the state, the local mountains bear witness. Pahrump has several easily accessed locations to see this. One of those locations is the Last Chance Mountain Range, located at the northern part of the Pahrump Valley.
This area lies just north of the town of Pahrump near Johnnie, which is 15 miles from the center of Pahrump off of Highway 160. The spot is a few miles south of Johnnie. The Last Chance Mountain Range runs north and south along Highway 160. This is the easiest access to see the fossils.
If you are in the town of Pahrump, head north along the highway towards Johnnie; the Last Chance Range will be on your left-hand side. You know you have reached the destination when you cross over the cattle guard. In this location, you can park the car alongside the highway and walk up to the mountain. There you will find evidence of a coral reef. Shell fossils are just a couple hundred feet from the highway. If you look closely, sometimes you will see shells. Most of the fossils in the area though are called “Crinoids.” These animals had tentacles and are related to the sea urchins and starfish of today. They can be found all throughout the valley, in the Spring Mountains and even the Nopah Range, further to the southwest. But this spot is the best spot to see this without having to travel far in the car.
The Last Chance Range also provides a good area for hiking that is easily accessible from the highway. Again, It takes about 15 minutes from town to get to this area. Park the car just north of the cattle guard about 1.2 miles and you will see a trail on the left. This trail will take you into the interior of the range, where one can see Bighorn sheep and wild donkeys and horses.
Usually, to see animals like the Bighorn and the wild horses one has to travel up into the Spring Mountains, but in Pahrump, the horses can be seen from the highway. The sheep are known to frequent the Spring Mountains and at times can be seen from Highway 160 going towards through the pass at the 5,000-foot level. Residents of Pahrump that live near the Last Chance Range talk about just walking out to the range and seeing the sheep on a regular basis. Some even claim to have seen them from their own back yards.
Take an easy three-mile hike around the base of one of the smaller peaks. The trails are easy to follow and will take you through some scenic mountain country and great rock hound country.
For those who like to ride off-road, these trails are also great for that. The trails are not suitable for mountain biking, due to their rockiness.
Riding an ATV, the trails are fast and can be challenging, depending on the speed. Whatever the mode of transportation, it is fun to lose sight of civilization and enjoy the quiet of the desert.
Historically, the area was heavily mined for gold and still is. The Congress Mine is near Johnnie and can provide a good adventure for the whole family.
In this area of the town there are few eateries and lodging. Java Junkies serves great coffee, sandwiches and pizza. It’s near Rosemary Clarke Middle School at a Horizon Gas Station. It makes for a good jumping off point and a place to safely park your car if you have off-road vehicles. Most of the land in the area is BLM land, and one can camp for free on that land. Treasures RV is the largest RV park on the northern side and also has a restaurant and bar.
— Vernon Hee


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From the beginning of the walk from the Olympic skistadion, I couldn't take my eyes off the beautiful scenery around me. Thank God I wore comfortable shoes because it was indeed a long walk. The gorge, the strong rush of water, the sound of it, the dark tunnel (or cave) made me a little scared at times. Do bring a windbreaker (preferably with a hood as water drips from above sometimes) and a small flashlight (or you can use your phone's light!) for easier navigation through the dark areas. The view at the river at the end of gorge was breathtaking. Water is cold but I saw some people drank from it. Not sure how it tasted :) Definitely worth a visit. You can take the bus no 1 or 2 from the train station to the skistadion. The ride is free if you stay at the town and paid city tax (€2 per person). Just collect the bus pass from your hotel. Do set aside about half the day here if you are really keen to go all the way to the top of the gorge. There are also biergarten before the gorge if you're thirsty or hungry.
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Map Reference SS88SW
Grid Reference SS84588153
Unitary (Local) Authority Bridgend
Old County Glamorgan
Type of Site MOTTE
Broad Class DEFENCE
Site Description A degraded circular mound, 35m in diameter and 3.0m high, with a summit diameter of 15-18m.
Thought to be the castle of the Sturmis. Geffrey Sturmi founded a vill here, after 1115, on previously uncultivated land. The site was in the possession of Margam abbey by 1166.
Sources: Os495card; SS88SW27;
RCAHMW 1991 Glamorgan III.1a 'the Earlier Castles', 61-4.
Stormy I (Nprn15455)
Stormy II (Nprn19998)
Stormy moated site (Nprn308464).
RCAHMW AP955060/67; 955223/49-50


In 2016 Guus graduated with on the effect of floods along the Belgian Meuse for the Netherlands. Matthijs Kok was the committee chair. After his thesis, he started working at HKV, where he still works for 3 days a week as flood risk consultant. Since September 2019 he combines this with a PhD research for 2 days a week at the TU Delft, under supervision of Oswaldo Morales Napoles.
Currently Guus is working on expert elicitation in flood risk, hence the title of the PhD project: Elicitation of Multivariate Uncertainty for assessment of Flood Defense standards. This matches nicely with the work he has been doing for HKV the past years on levee safety in the Netherlands.


Base History \ Arrival
F. E. Warren AFB is located in Wyoming's capitol city, Cheyenne located within Laramie County. The people of Cheyenne welcome our military and many retirees choose to settle here. Cheyenne can be a high cost of living area as far as housing prices, but groceries and utilities are on par with the rest of the nation. Cheyenne ranks, in the United States, as one of the highest altitude cities (6,200 feet above sea level). The lack of humidity coupled with warm days and cool nights are positive aspects of living here. Those new to the area may experience high altitude sickness for a week to ten days. The Base Operator can be reached at 307-773-1110 or DSN 312-481-1110.
It was on the branch of the South Platte River, three miles west of what is today Cheyenne that Fort D. A. Russell was established in 1867. In 1927, the last cavalry units left the installation. In 1930, President Hoover issued a proclamation changing the name of the post to Fort Francis E. Warren, honoring Wyoming's territorial governor and first state governor. Warren was a U.S. Senator for 37 years. He received the Medal of Honor when he was 19 for heroism during the Civil War. The installation became an Air Force base in 1947. Warren was initially used as a training facility. In 1958, the 4320th Strategic Missile Wing was established. The wing became the 90th Space Wing on October 1, 1997 and was renamed to 90th Missile Wing July 1, 2008.
The Minuteman III missiles are deployed over a 12,600-square mile area in three states covering eastern Wyoming, western Nebraska and northern Colorado. They are dispersed in hardened silos to protect against attack. Regardless of the demands, the men and women of the 90th Space Wing remain poised to accomplish their vital mission: "To defend America with the world's most powerful combat ready ICBM force."
F.E. Warren AFB services DoD personnel including active duty Air Force, Naval Reserve, Army Guard and Air National Guard to include their families; all civilian personnel working on the installation; and retirees to include their families.
Currently, there is no base transportation on this installation.
To obtain a sponsor prior to departure from your losing installation, go to the Military Personnel Flight (MPF) to fill out request paperwork at least 90 days in advance of departure. If you are on a short notice PCS, contact your gaining squadron here on F. E. Warren AFB and ask for the Unit Program Coordinator or the Squadron's Command Section who will assign you a sponsor. If you arrive without a sponsor, contact your squadron upon arrival during duty hours.
Incoming personnel are encouraged to stop at the gate for information and directions. The gate guard can direct you to the 24-hour central arrival point at the Crow Creek Inn, Bldg. 216, 307-773-3077 or DSN 312-481-3077. If you have problems on arrival and it is after duty hours, contact the command post at DSN 312-481-3921 or 307-773-3921.
Cheyenne Municipal Airport services the city and surrounding community. There are no shuttles to/from the airport to the installation. Rental cars are available at the airport – it is suggested that you make reservations in advance by calling AVIS at 1-800-331-1212 or local 307-632-9371. It is customary to have your sponsor meet you (and your family) when you arrive and provide private transportation to the installation. Please arrange this directly with your sponsor.
Francis E. Warren AFB is located in Cheyenne, Laramie County, Wyoming. The base is immediately adjacent to the West side of the City of Cheyenne and is directly across US Interstate 25 and three miles north of the I-80 and I-25 interchange. Cheyenne can be easily accessed by car, airline, shuttle from Denver International Airport, or bus. Cheyenne is located 100 miles north of Denver, Colorado and is the transportation crossroads in the Southeastern corner of Wyoming. It is eight miles north of the Colorado Border on I-25 and forty miles west of the Nebraska border off I-80. Francis E. Warren AFB Main Entrance and Visitor Center is located at I-25, Exit 11. The installation has no shuttle service. The gate guard can direct you to the 24-hour central arrival point at the Crow Creek Inn, Bldg. 216, 307-773-3077 or DSN 312-481-3077.


According to the Cartographic Research Lab at the University of Alabama, Arizona is officially the state with the worst alcoholism problem in the Union. Judging by the contents of my desk, that sounds fairly accurate.
Interestingly, even though Arizona has the worst alcoholism, we don’t have the worst rates of drunk driving (Montana), fatal car crashes (Wyoming), binge drinking (Minnesota), or poorest health (Kansas). So, there’s that. Although how we can be the most alcoholic state but lose out in binge drinking is beyond me. Maybe Minnesotans are better at holding their liquor.
If this study is accurate, I’ll definitely be avoiding Virginia (most motorcycle deaths), South Dakota (most rape), and Louisiana (most gonorrhea). Washington must be an uncomfortable place to be for dogs, sheep, and goats (most bestiality) and Mormon capital of the world Utah has the most porn usage, which actually explains a lot.
The odd part is some of the things some states are the worst at are much, much, much worse than others. Ohio, for example, is “the nerdiest state,” which is “based on highest number of library visits per capita (6.9).” Um, wow, way to be a bunch nerds, Ohio. Yeah, I bet you feel bad, don’t you, Ohio? Bunch of library-using eggheads, bookworms, and nerds, the whole lot of you!
(Editor’s note: apparently, I can’t pass a fifth grade geography class, since I wrongly accused Nebraska of having the poorest health, when actually it was Kansas. It’s possible that I’m actually a resident of Maine (the dumbest state). Nebraska still sucks, though, having the most violence on females, so it’s basically a wash.)


Almost 31% of the earth’s land surface is covered by forests. According to a 2015 report, 23% of India’s land cover consists of the forest region. Trees and plants in the forest are an integral part of the ecosystem. It sustains life on the planet and provides clean air and shelter. Also, forests help conserve biodiversity.


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You could spend at least a day exploring this superbly natural area influenced by active geology; a fissure eruption occurred here in 1984. The area's "false craters" were formed when hot lava of ancient eruptions ran over marshland, causing steam jets to spout up, forming small cones.


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TBD W Rim Road Lakeside, AZ 85929
- 4.10 acres
Land-Active $ 349,000
White Mountain Association of REALTORS®
Courtesy of: Beverly Best, West USA Realty - Pinetop
Make your dream a reality with this stunning parcel with panoramic views & beautiful. tall pines. The lot is 4.10 acres and a must see! Thinking of building - this property already has a 5 bedroom septic, underground electric, cable and phone just waiting for your dream home! Great central location close to schools, shopping, and amenities but still with the feeling of being in the woods. Drill your own well for an abundance of water. The lot can be subdivided into THREE parcels. This location is surrounded by other beautiful custom cabins, all of which are on large parcels, so you have amazing privacy. It's very quiet and beautiful with a perfect mix of oak, alegator juniper and ponderosa pine trees. Don't miss this one. Imagine living in the White Mountains of Arizona where you have 4 beautiful seasons and where you can breathe in the fresh mountain air and enjoy the 40 lakes and over 600 miles of rivers and streams. In addition to the amazing fishing, this area has one of the most extensive trail systems in the south west for hiking, biking, horseback riding, quading and more. Sunrise Ski Resort is also just 40 minutes away with 3 beautiful mountains to ski, snow board or sled. If shopping is your interest, you will love the antique stores and the multitude of arts and craft shows that happen in the summer. The music festivals have something to fit everyone's enjoyment. Do you love to golf? There are 7 amazing golf courses, 3 that are public. The White Mountains, where this home/cabin is the best kept secret of Arizona! Come and explore and enhance your living! Pinetop-Lakeside was also voted 'Best Cabin Region in the U.S"... Embrace the MAGIC!
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Every summer solstice, tens of thousands of people throng to Stonehenge, creating a festival-like atmosphere at the 4,400-year-old stone monument. For the 2015 solstice, they will have a bit more room to spread out. A just-completed four-year project to map the vicinity of Stonehenge reveals a sprawling complex that includes 17 newly discovered monuments and signs of 1.5 kilometer-round “super henge”.
The digital map — made from high-resolution radar and magnetic and laser scans that accumulated several terabytes of data — shatters the picture of Stonehenge as a desolate and exclusive site that was visited by few, says Vincent Gaffney, an archaeologist at the University of Birmingham, UK, who co-led the effort.
Take the cursus, a 3-kilometer-long, 100-meter-wide ditch north of Stonehenge that was thought to act as barrier. The team’s mapping uncovered gaps in the cursus leading to Stonehenge, as well as several large pits, one of which would have been perfectly aligned with the setting solstice Sun. New magnetic and radar surveys of the Durrington Walls (which had been excavated before) uncovered more than 60 now-buried holes in which stones would have sat, and a few stones still buried.
“They look as they may have been pushed over. That’s a big prehistoric monument which we never knew anything about,” says Gaffney, who calls the structure a ‘super henge.’ His team will discuss the work at the British Science Festival this week, and they plan to present it to the institutions that manage the site. “I’m sure it will guide future excavations,” Gaffney says.
This article is reproduced with permission and was first published on September 10, 2014.


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The aerial photo and map above illustrates the floodway and floodplain in and near the Carlyle Development in Palm Aire in Manatee County north of Whitfield and east of 45th Street East. The area drains to the north and east via Rattlesnake Slough located on the west and north edge of the development, draining east across Honore Avenue to Ward Lake. The violet shows the flood way along Rattlesnake Slough and the lighter colors depict the 100 year flood plain.
On August 26, 2017 Creekside Trail north and east of Whitfield was inundated with over two feet of water, destroying some cars and very nearly flooding many homes. This area is outside the 100 year flood plain, indicating that the flood exceeded the 100 year flood.
The drainage of the development depends on a clear Rattlesnake Slough providing an unimpeded drain. The Slough has not been cleaned for many years and is blocked by numerous fallen trees, slowing and blocking drainage. This impeded drainage would have increased flooding last week, and will likely lead to flooding in the future, especially if we are hit by a hurricane. The Slough must be cleared, hopefully before the next major rain.
Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport set daily rainfall records BOTH Saturday and Sunday - with over a FOOT of rain in total! A Flood Watch will continue for Manatee and Sarasota counties until Monday evening. Rounds of heavy rainfall will continue across our area this evening and Monday before drier air filters in for the middle of the work week.
The disturbance that brought this very heavy rainfall to the Bay area this weekend will likely develop into Tropical Storm Irma off the coast of Georgia overnight. The storm will bring heavy rainfall and gusty winds to the Carolina coastline over the next couple of days.


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The Sabanci-Marquez Mosque is one of the largest and most beautiful mosques in the Middle East. Today the mosque is one of the symbols of Adana.
The mosque was built with funds from the Sabanci Foundation and a religious Turkish organization in 1998.
The six minarets of the mosque, reaching a height of 99 meters, are now visible from almost every point in the city. On the west side of the building is a large public library.
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A short flight from Delhi surrounded by the Himalayan mountains, is the Northern Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. Predominantly Muslim, the area is famous for its hand painting, carpets and chain stitch embroidery originally brought to the state by Iranian artisans some three generations ago.
We visited at the end of January when the weather was very cold but still breathtakingly beautiful. The locals wear long, heavy woollen smocks over their clothing and sit working cross legged around baskets filled with hot coals to keep warm in the Winter weather.
Whilst visiting we stayed on a traditional house boat, heated by log burners. Each evening we were treated to home cooked paneer and lotus root curries served with rice and yoghurt.
Each day we went out to visit different artisans in their homes, learning about the crafts and working together on developing new designs.
Artisans hand paint designs onto handmade paper mache shapes and tin containers.
Made from a mixture of pulped recycled paper and water our bunnies are moulded and left to dry before being hand sawn in half to create the base shape for our trinket boxes below.
Kashmir has a long tradition of chain-stitch embroidery and rug making. The houses of the artisans specialising in these were luxuriously furnished in elaborately patterned textiles. We didn't want to leave!
We couldn't travel all the way to Kashmir without taking a trip up into the mountains. Drinking authentic saffron tea in a tin shed, to warm up after trekking through snowy peaks was one of the trip highlights.
The sunsets are truly spectacular and we couldn't pass up the chance to take a boat ride out onto the lake on our last night.
Shop our hand picked products from Kashmir in our India Edit here.


A great diving destination and a great diving experience means not only seeking adventure but also doing our part to save the ocean as well. As a certified diver, you have a passport to the last frontier, and you’ve learned the superhero skills that can help save one of the most important ecosystems in the world.
While there are over 6,600 PADI Dive Centers and Resorts to explore in 184 countries, these four destinations are truly changing the way to seek meaningful adventure this year.
1. The South Pacific
A collection of small but passionate islands in the South Pacific are not only offering once-in-a-lifetime scuba diving expeditions but also ways in which you can give back to local coastline communities.
This scuba diving destination is still unknown to many, allowing an off-the-grid adventure above and beneath the surface. With 83 islands that offer epic adventures through coral reefs, big pelagic action, dramatic caverns and wrecks, Vanuatu is one of the best places to dive with dugongs – with a healthy population that has made themselves at home here.
Volcano Island Divers at White Grass Ocean Resort and Spa on Tanna Island is the country’s first PADI Eco Center. They are committed to a regenerative tourism model that boasts a simplistic design, supports the local community and gives access to unspoiled diving and a thriving ecosystem.
Home to over 42% of the world’s coral species, the Soft Coral Capital of the World is now home to one of the first PADI Eco Centers in the South Pacific. PADI Dive Resort Sau Bay offers easy access to the world-renowned Rainbow Reef and a complimentary “happy hour” environmental discussion to teach guests about the reef’s ecosystem and conservation programs, like beach cleanups, mangrove planting and coral reef restoration.
Other PADI Dive Resorts that offer purpose-driven scuba diving adventures include:
- Wakaya Island Resort: Scuba dive with marine biologist Luke Gordon and The Manta Trust Fiji to have life–changing encounters with manta rays and learn how to help protect them through photographic records.
- Six Senses Fiji: This PADI Dive Resort has just welcomed Coral Gardners to Malolo Island in the Mamanucas, where the two are teaming up to protect the fragile coral reefs of Fiji by offering hands-on experiences and education to guests.
We’ve also partnered with Tourism Fiji on their ‘Bula Blue’ initiative, in a joint commitment to make Fiji one of the planet’s most important destinations for ocean protection. The goal is to have 600 Marine Protected Areas established by 2030, creating more conservation initiatives for travelers and championing a scholarship program that supports local Fijians wanting to start dive careers.
One of the biggest Marine Protected Area (MPA) success stories is found in New Zealand at Poor Knights Islands. With the help of PADI Dive Centers, like Dive!Tutukaka, the Poor Knights Island was the second MPA to be established in the country in 1981.
With the implementation of a “no take” zone (no fishing, mining, oil extraction and minimal interference), these islands now boast a thriving marine eco-system that attracts both cold and warm water marine animals.
Diving in the Poor Knights also means following a strict list of rules, including no touching or going on to the actual islands themselves. The success of this MPA has led to the establishment of 44 more MPAs throughout the country.
The Maldives is more than just picture-perfect beaches and overwater bungalows. Visitors can learn how to save manta rays with PADI Five-Star Dive Resort Six Senses Laamu, which offers the PADI Maldivian Manta Ray Conservation Specialty Course in partnership with the Manta Trust. Scuba divers who take this course learn how to identify manta rays, how to log them in Manta Trust’s database and how to protect them with the resort’s MUI (Maldives Underwater Initiative) and SHELL (Six Senses Hub of Environmental Learning).
For an epic pelagic dive that dreams are made of, scuba divers can head over to Fuvahmulah, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This gem of the Maldives is home to some of the healthiest coral reefs in the country and acts as a pelagic pit stop and cleaning station for tiger sharks, thresher sharks, black oceanic mantas, scalloped hammerheads, whale sharks, and mola mola – the only place on the planet where you can see all these majestic pelagics together year-round in their natural environment. PADI Dive Center Fuvahmulah Dive is a responsible shark tourism operator (that founded shark tourism on the atoll).
The Maldives is also a destination where we are committed to supporting locals in creating diving careers. In 2022, we teamed up with the World Bank and the Maldivian government to help over 200 locals become local superheroes for the ocean and to lead many scuba diving expeditions in the Maldives.
3. Andaman Islands (India)
India’s Andaman Islands still have many undiscovered dive sites, meaning that it is possible you can scuba dive in a place that has never been dived before. The majority of the scuba diving takes place south of Havelock Island or Neil Island, where scuba divers are immersed in beautiful sloping reefs, coral gardens, cleaning stations that welcome in manta rays and visibility of up to 130 feet (40 meters)!
PADI Dive Resort Big Tree Resort is not only designed for scuba divers, but nature enthusiasts in general. You’ll stay on an organic farm and reserve forest, dive locally, eat seasonal local produce and be within walking distance of the best scuba diving India has to offer. The resort has also partnered with Lacadives (India’s oldest scuba diving school) and ReefWatch Marine Conservation (one of India’s only ocean protection NGOs) to ensure every scuba diving expedition they lead makes a difference for the planet.
4. Pemba Island (Tanzania)
Escape all of civilization and head to Pemba Island off the coast of Africa for an epic scuba diving expedition you’ll never forget. Separated from the mainland of Tanzania and Zanzibar for decades, this island remains untouched. Today, it boasts mangrove forests and pristine beaches.
But most impressive on this island is The Manta Resort’s floating underwater room. Designed by Swedish engineers, this floating structure not only provides luxurious accommodations but has helped regenerate the entire underwater ecosystem through its unique and non-intrusive design. In fact, it’s such a success story the local government wants to fund the construction of a second one.
Placing a huge emphasis on education for guests, scuba divers will also soon be able to take part in the first underwater safari, where local dive guides will use full face masks to be educate divers on the spot about what they are encountering (just like on a land safari).
Wherever you find yourself, may 2024 be the year you seek adventure and save the ocean. Check out these destinations and a multitude of others on PADI Travel, the world’s largest booking engine for scuba divers. Click the link below to book your 2024 diving vacation.


Dosewallups Falls detail 2 by treasureprints ()
Another detail view of this beautiful waterfall. When driving there, at first the river is fairly calm, but as you go further up a really rough road into the Olympic National Forest, you come upon this huge wild waterfall. This kind of thing truly stirs my spirit.
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India is a vast country. The entire northern boundary is called as the Himalayan Range. Once you reach the Himalayas, you will be surrounded with huge Himalayan Peaks. These could be either snow covered or not, depending upon the climate. The Himalayas are the home of natural beautiful breath-taking sights. If you have the desire to trek, you will really enjoy our packages. We, at Singhs Travel offer specialized packages on the following trekking tours.
Essentials for the trekkers:
A good pair of trekking boots
warm and waterproof clothes
sun glasses and hats
warm sleeping bags
first aid kit
Garhwal is situated in Uttranchal. Uttranchal is the northern state of India. Garhwal is an exceptional destination. It has beautiful surroundings. Garhwal is a very old city, its history is older than that of the Ramayana and Mahabharata.
After reaching Garhwal, one will have the beautiful sight of snowy mountains. Mountaineers have been visiting Garhwal frequently in order to climb these huge mountains to fulfil their desire of adventure. There are several Hindu shrines located in Garhwal. The Garhwal region has the famous temple of Badrinath.
Garhwal comprises of the seven districts –
Dehradun, Haridwar, Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Pauri, Tehri and Rudraprayag.
In north Garhwal some peaks like Kamet (7756m/25447ft high) and Mukut Parvat is (7242m/23761ft high) are giants. It has large Glaciers, such as Bhagirath Kharak and the Arwa valleys. These also have various peaks. The famous peaks of this region are:
Bhrigupanth (6772m / 22219ft)
Thalay Sagar (6904m / 22652ft)
Chaukhamba (7068m / 23190ft)
Kedarnath Peak (6940m / 22770ft)
All the above peaks are on the Gangotri region and not all of these peaks have been climbed yet, as it is a great challenge for the best of mountaineers and climbers. Once you reach Gangotri, you must not miss the famous Gangotri temple.
Trekking in the Garhwal requires you to be absolutely fit and in your full spirits. Each and every move over here is a challenge. You will find several un-explored mountains / glaciers here. This is because it requires great courage to explore them.
Kumaon is an appropriate destination for the one who are adventure lovers. Kumaon is one of the five geographical zones of the Himalayas. for your interest, the five geographical zones are: Jalandharkhan, Kedarnath, Kashmir, Kurmanchal and Nepal.
The word ‘Kumaon’ is derived from ‘Kurmanchal’. Kurmanchal means the land of Kurmavtar (the tortoise incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Preserver of the Hindu Trinity). Kumaon is 21035 Sq Km. It is situated in the State of Uttar Pradesh, India.
Kumaon has several trekking routes, following are worth mentioning here:
Kafni Glacier Trek
This is a 24 kilometer trek. The Himalayas namely ‘Nandakot (6806 meters)’ and ‘Nanda Bhanar (6104 meters)’ are visible on this trek. The location of the Kafini Glacier is on the left of the Pindar Valley and the Nandakot.
Pindari Glacier Trek
It is at an altitude of 3353 meters. The base of Pindari is ‘Nanda Devi’. This glacier is about 3.2 kilometers in length and 1.5 kilometers broad. This is the most acceesible glacier. Pindari Glacier trek is for the moderate trekker. One, who wishes to trek with lesser challenges will surely enjoy this trek. It is a must for first time trekkers. It is situated on the Nanda Devi and Nanda Kote peaks. It is 3657 meters above sea level. While trekking in the Pindari Glacier, one can enjoy the view of the gigantic snow covered himalayas.
Panchchuli Glacier Trek
The Panchchuli Glacier is covered with snow capped peaks. The path to this trek is as follows: ‘Sobla’ is 134 kms from ‘Pithoragarh’ and 35 kms from ‘Dharchula’. From ‘Sobla’, to ‘Panchachuli Glacier’, is a 40 kms trek. From the Glacier, one can see the Panchchuli peaks. In this trekking route, one can enjoy the view of rich variety of flora and launa, Alpine meadows and exotic scenery.
Milam Glacier Trek
The Milam Glacier is at an altitude of 4268 meters. It is spread around 37 sq. kms. This Glacier is surrounded by 52 high peaks. The ‘Gauriganga river’ originates from the south of Milam Glacier. This Glacier is the largest in the Kumaon region. Milam Glacier is located on the old trade route to Tibet. Trekking journey begins from Munsyari to Milam. The trek involves moderate walks and transect rugged terrains, quaint villages and picturesque streams.
Sunderdhunga Glacier Trek
It is also famous for Trekkers paradise. It is at an altitude of 4320 meters. This trek is for the moderate trekker. It is located about 24 kilometers from the village ‘Khati’. Sunderdhunga is on the right side of th Pindar Valley. It is a valley of beautiful stones. The main peaks are Tharkot (6100 meters), Maiktoli (6804 meters), Mrigthuni (6856 meters) and Pawali Dwar (6663 metres), also, the famous Glaciers of this valley are Sukhram Glacier and Maiktoli Glacier.
Ladakh is a land like no other land. Its boundaries contains the world’s two giant mountain ranges, these are ‘The Great Himalayas’ and ‘The Karakoram’. Trekking in Ladakh is a paradise for trekkers. Ladakh has plenty of trekking options, which suits all the adventurers and nature loving persons. Ladakh is a land of endless discoveries.
Here, nature is at its extreme. Ladakh is a land of freezing winds. It can be said as a cold desert lying in the midst of the great Himalayas and other smaller Himalayan ranges. One of the most pleasurable as well as the challenging activities of the highlands of Ladakh is trekking.
Some of Ladakh’s most prominent gompas (Tibetan monastery) include Lamayaru (the oldest), Hemis (the largest and wealthiest), Thikse, Shey, Stok, Spituk, Alchi and Deskit. Buddhism predominates in Ladakh and imparts a distinct identify to its people.
Ladakh is often described as ‘Little Tibet’. Ladakh receives less of snow and less of rain throughout the year. In winters, the temperature dips to about -200C. It is at an altitude ranging from 3000 to 7672 meters. Ladakh comprises of the Indus Valley, Rupshu, Changthang, and the Nubra Valley.
Sham is described as the famous Apricot Valley of Ladakh and hence it is also called as Sham Valley or Apricot Valley Trek. Here one can find exotic Buddhist Monasteries. The highest point of this trek is Tsermangchan La about 3750 meters. On the trek, there are high passes.
The altitude of Sham is 3750 meters / 12300 meters. The trek of Sham is placed as an easy trek and can be completed with lesser difficulties. This trek is also famous among the tourists as Baby Trek, as it is easy to trek. On this trek, one can find several villages among the richest in Ladakh. Temisgang, Ridzong and Likir line the trekking route for this trek.
The Markha trek is one of the most sought after treks in Leh. Markha is at an altitude of 5030 meters.
While through this trek, one can experience the spectacular views of the Great Himalayas, Ladakh and Zanskar ranges. Two high passes are to be crossed while the journey. Large diversity of landscapes from the jagged Kongmaro La Pass (5000 meters) to the green oasis of the Markha Valley with breath-taking views of snow-capped peaks will be seen on this trek. A visit to Markha will enable you to get an opportunity to visit the old monastery which is famous for its paintings.
LAMAYURU – ALCHI
Lamayuru is at an altitude of 4820 meters. The Alchi monastery lies 69 km, west of Leh. Lamayuru being one of the oldest Gompas/Monasteries in Ladakh has been a popular destination for visitors since many Centuries. It is belived to be a pre Buddhism Shrine of the lost Bon Po religion.
This trek is for the moderate trekker, as this is one of the easier treks in Ladakh and passes through less visited trails and remote Ladakhi Villages. While on the trek, one will be offered with superb panoramic views of the wilderness south of the Indus Valley.


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al-Karmil (Arabic: خربة الكرمل) is a Palestinian village located twelve kilometers south of Hebron. The village is in the Hebron Governorate Southern West Bank. According to the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics, the village had a population of 3,741 in 2007. The primary health care facilities for the village are designated by the Ministry of Health as level 2.
There are three references to al-Karmil in the Bible. "Carmel" is mentioned as a city of Judah, also as the place where Saul erects a monument after the expedition against the Amalek and where Nabal the Carmelite resides.
After the Bar Kochba revolt Khirbet al-Karmil was used as a Roman garrison town. The Jews of the town being uncomfortable with the Roman presence moved their settlement 2 km southeast, occupying a hilltop ridge. The new Jewish settlement prospered until the Persian army of Chosroes forced the Roman garrison of Heraclius's army to quit Palestine. The Persian army was, in its turn, shortly destroyed by the Rashidun Caliphate.
With a lack of market for their wine, the Jewish settlement declined with the synagogue finally being abandoned in the 9th Century. The abandoned synagogue is one of the best preserved ancient synagogues in the West Bank.
- 2007 PCBS Census Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics. p.120.
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- Joshua ch xv verse 55, 1 Samuel ch xv verse 12 and 1 Samuel ch xxv
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- Calmet's Dictionary of the Holy Bible, 1832. p 280
- Murphy-O'Connor, Jerome (2008) The Holy Land: An Oxford Archaeological Guide from Earliest Times to 1700 Oxford University Press US, ISBN 0-19-923666-6 p 351
- le Stange, Guy. (1890). Palestine Under the Moslems p.488.
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