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The Roman Empire, as well as many other civilizations, were inspired by Greek culture, and that it continues to influence modern nations today.Greeks called themselves Hellenes, and Hellas was their motherland. The Greeks were eventually given the name ‘Greeks’ by the Romans.They resided in colonies all over the Mediterranean Sea, as well as on mainland Greece and the Greek islands. Greeks might be found in Italy, Turkey, Sicily, North Africa, and even western France....

Colors and light that can be seen by the human eye are called a visible light spectrum.The colors of a rainbow depend on how much light is refracted, or bent, as it passes through the water droplets. Red light is bent the least and violet light is bent the most.Most of us have seen a rainbow at one time or another. They are often considered to be beautiful, and many people believe that there is a pot of gold at the end of it....

We know about rabbits but fewer people know about hares.This is not because they are endangered or not famous, but because a lot of people think that rabbits and hares are the same species with two names. Now, that’s not true at all!Hares and rabbits might be similar looking because they are from the same order and family, but science has proved a lot of features, both physical and behavioral, that differentiate them....

Mars is an important planet in the solar system that has a mild summer and an extremely cold winter.Mars is also the second-smallest planet in our solar system, coming after Mercury. It is named after the Roman god of war, Mars.Mars is one of the few planets that are visible to the naked eye on a clear, cloudless night. It can be identified easily due to its reddish appearance, which also gives it the popular name of ‘red planet’....

Do you know that hummingbirds do not have any sense of smell but they can hear far better than us?The hummingbirds are the only species of birds that can fly backward. They do this with the help of their proportionately larger wings.Hummingbirds are the smallest type of bird. There are a number of species of hummingbirds, which all have their own specific qualities. For example, the Anna’s hummingbird is known for its distinctive song, while the bee hummingbird is known as the smallest breed of hummingbirds....

Japan is a country that has only islands and there is no mainland.The position of this country in the Pacific Ocean is on the edge of the three tectonic plates. Any movement in these plates can cause earthquakes and tsunamis.A massive tsunami is caused when an earthquake strikes the land beneath the ocean near the Pacific coast. The Pacific tsunami warning system has been formed for early detection of the tsunami waves so that loss is averted....

Fog is made up of hundreds of tiny water droplets.Fog is a meteorological phenomenon that takes place in the atmosphere when clouds become thicker. It is also called a low-lying cloud.Fog can be defined as a cloud touching the Earth’s surface. According to NOAA, fog is nothing but water droplets in the air. When the water in its gaseous state condenses to form tiny water droplets, fog is formed. Fog is defined as a mass of cloud consisting of tiny drops of water near the Earth’s surface....

Whales are gigantic marine animals that humans have always been in awe of.Although we rarely witness a group of whales in daily life, it is great to know a few facts about whales. Whales are a species that live in a herd.Although they look like giant fish, they are actually mammals. A herd of whales generally only includes members of the same species. Whales roam around the ocean using a unique sound called echolocation to communicate and have always fascinated people due to their enormous size....

Anticipation is an absolute myriad of emotions that have notes of restlessness and joy, and so are these quotes!These anticipation quotes are worthy and insightful. Anticipation is essentially an anxious expectation infused with some pleasure and mild nervousness, where you have to wait for something precious or worthy, but often it’s worth it in the end.As they say, the anticipation of anything is bittersweet, but it brings a variety of emotions and some adrenaline rush too, but it actually amplifies the intensity of excitement of many important events....

Having morality means to know what is right and what is wrong.A person who has morality is always on his good behavior towards another. They will never do any harm or wrong towards another.There are many moral values that one should have. But the five most important moral values are being truthful, inspiring, helpful, kind, and knowing one’s own needs. However, morality and immorality run rather close to each other. So people, read up on these quotes below to know every little thing about morality....

Hollywood is in Los Angeles, California, which is home to the American Film and Television industry.Hollywood’s weather was always warm and pleasant, making it easier for actors and technicians to work. With a diverse landscape, studios were able to produce movies of all different genres and churn out all kinds of films for everybody’s merriment.Hollywood is also called the show business capital of the world. It is here that creativity, money, and glamour come together and entertain the whole world....

Chang Jiang or the Yangtze River is the longest river in China and Asia.The Yangtze River also holds the title for being the third-longest river in the world. The largest dam on the river, the Three Gorges Dam is a large hydropower project.The Yangtze River goes through 10 provinces of China. Some of the large cities that this river crosses on its way are - Nanjing, Chongqing, Shanghai, and Wuhan. The area surrounding the river can generate 20% of the country’s GDP and the ecosystem is so rich in wildlife that it is home to hundreds of terrestrial and marine species....

Why 4-letter names?Who wouldn’t be smitten by something brief and adorable? Hence, short names are quite punchy and impactful. Four-letter names are concise and can carry a unique, beautiful meaning. Four-letter names are also widely common, and some continuously rank top in popularity lists. They are difficult to misspell and fit on everything. Crafts and writing involving their names’ letters take only a short time. Shorter baby names can be the ideal blend of cute and practical....

If you love games and have a soft spot for ancient kingdom themed games, then this article is for you.‘Dragon Age: Origin’ is a single-player third-person high- fantasy role-playing game released on PC and other play stations in 2009. The graphics of this game are commendable, though, as it was an ‘09 edition.You can also customize your character in this game according to your taste and likeness. There are three choices in the character race selection, human, elf, and dwarf....

Mistletoe plants are celebrated as evergreen symbols because of their ability to stay green through winter.These trees are commonly used to enhance Christmas decorations. This practice caught up with the western world very soon.There is also a European tradition of kissing under a mistletoe plant Christmas decoration. This tree is also associated with fertility and long life. In some cultures, people hang decorations made from mistletoe trees in their homes to ward away demons and witches....

Olaf is a snowman who is considered to be Elsa, the protagonist’s adoptive son because she created him.Olaf always says that some people are worth melting for. In ‘Frozen 2’, one of Olaf’s most famous lines was, “I can’t wait until I’m ancient like you so I don’t have to worry about important things.“Josh Gad dubbed for Olaf’s voice in the movies for the very first time. Olaf and the other characters in the Disney movie show an emotion of joy....

Lotus is a sacred flower that symbolizes spirituality, purity, self-regeneration, and rebirth.The cultural history and its symbol are more than a thousand years old. It has a wealth of spiritual meaning in many different cultures such as Buddhism, Hinduism, and Egyptology.Each culture has a different take, though they share similarities. In Buddhism, it represents spiritual enlightenment, purity, self-regeneration, and reincarnation. The Buddhist lotus quotes inspire us to rise and thrive stronger....

‘Throne of Glass’ is a popular fantasy novel series by American author Sarah J Maas.The story revolves around the journey of an assassin Celaena Sardothien. The storyline is full of dramatic twists and exciting plots.The main characters of ‘Throne Of Glass’ include Aelin Galathynius aka Celaena Sardothien who is trained to become an assassin from childhood; Rowan Whitehorn- a full-bodied face and Dorian Havilliard- King of Adarlan. The characters also include Chaol Westfall who later on enters in a love affair with Celaena Sardothian....

Dragons were very important creatures that originated from the ancient world.Dragons are linked to Norse mythology from ancient times, later narrated as part of Scandinavian folk tales. Dragons are also mentioned in many legends, poems, and sagas.Different variations of Norse words refer to dragons. The common Norse translation for dragon is ‘Níðhöggr’, with ‘Nidhogg’ or ‘Nidhoggr’ as the anglicized version of the name. The word ‘drakon’ means ‘great dragon’ in the Old Norse language....

Growing up reading J.K. Rowling’s ‘Harry Potter’ is a magical experience in itself.However, there are a number of other books from the British author that you can enjoy. Some notable ones include ‘Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them,’ ‘Quidditch Through The Ages,’ and the very recently published ‘The Ickabog.‘The author also has a number of books such as ‘The Silkworm,’ Career Of Evil,’ and ‘The Cuckoo’s Calling’ under the pen name Robert Galbraith....