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Gullfoss waterfall is an integral part of the Golden Circle.This majestic tiered waterfall is located in the Haukadalur valley, Iceland. Originating from the Langjökull glacier, it adorns the river canyon in Hvitá and is situated at 656 ft (200 m) above sea level.The nature in Iceland is stunning. Gullfoss stands for ‘Golden Waterfall’ in certain native Icelandic languages as a golden-toned hue spreads over the mist in the upper regions. When the sun shines bright, the waterfall looks golden....

Cousins are ready-made friends for children.Cousins are the amazing people that make our life a little easier and full of love. A cousin makes everything more fun!Cousins are some of the most important people in our family tree, and a cousin might even be the first friend we make during our childhood. Time passes and throughout life, we look back and cherish our memories with our favorite cousins. When we meet up with them at a family gathering we are filled with happiness because we get to spend time with them again....

Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is a widely known food, consumed by millions of people across the globe.While it is a popular ingredient in salads, pickles, and other dishes served on the lunch or dinner table, kids especially love it for its delicate and juicy flavor. Cucumber or Cucumis sativus is a commonly grown garden produce and is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family along with watermelon, squash, and pumpkin.There are roughly three varieties of cucumbers known to us, and each variety has a different appearance and taste....

Eagles are majestic birds that are essentially large birds who prey on other birds and animals.Eagles have a very acute and sharp eyesight and are often associated with mythological sky Gods. Male and female eagles are both simply referred to as eagles, however young or baby eagles are often referred to as fledglings.Eagles live by catching prey and eating them for sustenance. That is why an eagle is also often referred to as a bird of prey....

There are other types of Birch Trees, like the Mahogany birch, sweet birch, yellow birch, cherry birch.They are native to the countries of the southern hemisphere. The sap of this tree is used to make many products, such as birch beer, and it has a wintergreen oil scent as well.River birch or Betula Nigra prefers sandy, acidic, or rocky, well-drained, moist soil and grows best in full sun to part shade....

The penguins in Antarctica are very famous as they include the world’s largest and most beautiful penguins.There are many unknown animals here that are very different from the other animals around the world. It is just due to the harsh and cold climatic conditions in which these animals of the Antarctic Peninsula live. Antarctica near the South Pole is known for its freezing temperatures and cold winds. It is a white desert covered with snow and ice, surrounded by icebergs....

The name Alaska stems from the native Aleut word ‘alax̂sxax̂’ or ‘alaxsxas’ which means ‘main land’ or ’the great land’.Alaska is the 49th state of the USA and the state capital is Juneau. Juneau is the only state capital in the US to border another country (Canada).Popularly known for Denali National Park, Lake Iliamna, its northern lights season, and the bone-chilling temperature, the Alaskan history, culture, and landscape are treasure troves of knowledge that excite fact and trivia junkies from the world over....

Palm Sunday marks the celebration of the important day when Jesus rode on a donkey and then entered Jerusalem.Palm Sunday, is a day to reflect on Jesus’ last week on Earth. Christians should use this time to prepare their spirits for the suffering of his passion as well as the pleasure of his resurrection.Did you know that blessed palms are sacramental as per the beliefs of the Catholic Church?One such event in the history of the Christian religion is Palm Sunday....

There are different types of turtles which include the turtle species which live in the ocean and freshwater turtles.All these species of turtles have something in common; they lay their eggs on land and in nesting burrows. The female turtles, after laying their eggs, will cover them up with sand or mud and then leave them to incubate.The incubation time is difficult to predict, as it varies between species. The hatching time depends on the temperature, humidity, and depth of the nest....

Orange tabby cats are domesticated cats with an ‘M’ marking on their forehead and are popularly known as tabbies.The orange tabby cat is nicknamed a ginger cat or just an orange cat. A similar coat pattern is found on a white tabby with an alternate black coat color pattern.Interestingly, an orange tabby cat is not a single breed cat, but a mix of different breeds of cats like American bobtails, the Maine Coon, the Persian, Munchkin cats, and Abyssinian cats, which all have orange tabby coat color and patterns....

‘Looney Tunes’ and ‘Merrie Melodies’ was an American TV show which started in the ’30s that introduced the world to iconic characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Yosemite Sam, Wile E. Coyote, Road Runner, Tweety, Elmer Fudd, Tasmanian Devil, Sylvester, Porky Pig, and several others.The music in the ‘Looney Tunes’ movie has made the series extremely popular in the media. With time, the content related to these characters has become extremely sought after by fans....

Having trouble coming up with a cute and unique cat name?You may want to go for a cat name with an ancient touch in it. Ireland is a country with a lot of history and love for cats too.Cats have very distinct personalities. So, it is important to pick a name that not only sounds lovely but also matches the personality of your cat. If you are intent on giving your new feline companion a lovely and unique name, Irish cat names are the way to go....

Emperor Izaro is the main boss of the Path of Exile labyrinth.Izaro was the last emperor from the Phrecius family and an emperor of the Eternal Empire. The emperor created the labyrinth to find an heir and eventually passed on the throne to Chitus who caged Izaro inside the Labyrinth and sealed the doors after becoming the emperor.Izaro quotes are great for gearing up before an important boss battle or for the sake of remembering game memories!...

You may be aware that lions are regarded as the king of the jungle by the human world.Because of their dominance and regal demeanor an average lion, known to be the ruling kind and the second-largest carnivorous mammal in the cat family (after the tiger), lives for 12-14 years in the wild.Lions have the most powerful, muscular, well-shaped, and deep-chested bodies, as well as a broad, rounded head, spherical ears, and a bushy tuft at the tail’s end....

The word ‘Titanic’ might bring you thoughts of the movie Titanic at first.Well, the movie was obviously about the mighty old ship which could house 2,000+ passengers on board. The RMS Titanic would still be a beauty if it hadn’t sunk in 1912 after getting hit by a glacier.Still, she holds the position of the largest and most opulent ship in the world. While she began her maiden voyage, when the Titanic was fully laden, it weighed more than its carrying capacity....

Reverse sneezing in dogs is a common respiratory phenomenon but not noticed usually by pet owners.You must have noticed sneezing in dogs. A reverse sneezing episode is a little different as dogs rapidly pull air through their nasal passages into the nose. A regular sneeze is pushing out air from the nose.Reverse sneezing in dogs is a common phenomenon also called mechanosensitive aspiration reflex. It is also known by the name, paroxysmal respiration....

The Nahuas are El Salvador’s second-largest indigenous group and Mexico’s largest.People from the historic Aztec and Toltec cultures were Nahuas as well. The group of languages spoken by the Nahuas is collectively known as Nahuatl.In this blog, we’re going to check out over 100 of the most interesting Nahuatl names. You can choose these baby names so that your baby boy or baby girl grows up with a unique name and a special name meaning as well....

Ancient Japanese warrior names male is amongst the most famous warrior names male.A name meaning battle or warrior has a certain power that compels parents to use that name for their fighter son. The power in the name is derived from usually its meaning and parents often consider these hidden meanings before selecting the best name for their son.Read on for some warrior names that are derived from history and represent fierce power....

‘Ed, Edd n Eddy’, produced by Danny Antonucci for Cartoon Network, and the sixth of the ‘Cartoon Cartoons’ of the network, is a Canadian-American animated TV comedy cartoon.The series is about the life of the main three young teens named Ed, Edd and Eddy, known together as “The Eds”, between 12 and 14, who live in the fictional town of Peach Creek in a suburban cul-de-sac. The group always create new money-making schemes to buy their favorite candy known as Jawbreakers; this became one of the most successful original television series on Cartoon Network....

Bartlett pears are famous and rightfully so!These fruits are sweet and soft, which is more than we can ask for. To top that off, Bartlett pears are also easy to grow and do not require as much care as apple trees do.The Bartlett pear tree is a popular variety of pear trees that is known for its sweet fruit. It is believed to have originated in England in the 1800s, and it has since become a favorite among gardeners and orchardists....