Rocamadour: The Vertical Village

Since medieval times, the village of Rocamadour in the Occitanie region of southwestern France has attracted pilgrims from across Europe for its historical monuments and its sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Rocamadour: The Vertical Village

Since medieval times, the village of Rocamadour in the Occitanie region of southwestern France has attracted pilgrims from across Europe for its historical monuments and its sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Venta Rapid: Europe’s Widest Waterfalls

At just 2 meters tall, the Venta Rapid, or Ventas Rumba in Latvian, is one of the smallest waterfalls in the world. But its low height is compensated by its impressive width.

Historical Pictures From The Meji Era

The New York Public Library is known for its unique rich digital database. More than 700,000 documents are available to download on the library website .

360-Degree Panoramic Photos Celebrate the Majestic Beauty of Grand Libraries

George Peabody Library, Baltimore

Who doesn’t love a gorgeous library? Photographer Thomas R. Schiff proves you don’t have to leave the United States to find stunning library interiors.

The Warehouse Hotel

Originally built in 1895 along the Singapore River, The Warehouse Hotel is a fully-renovated accommodation that blends historical elements with modern amenities.

Vasa: A 17th Century Warship That Sank, Was Recovered and Now Sits in a Museum

In 1628, the Swedish warship Vasa set off on its maiden voyage from Stockholm harbor towards Poland, where a war was raging in the Baltic. Built by 400 craftsmen at the royal shipyard at Stockholm, the ship was richly decorated as a symbol of the king’s ambitions for Sweden and himself.

Hyperrealistic Oil Paintings of Vivid Chrome Masks

Brooklyn-based artist Kip Omolade creates large-scale oil paintings of chrome masks, depicting not only the subtle details of female faces, but incorporating the reflected environment of each piece.

The Island in a Lake on an Island in a Lake on an Island

Crater Lake on Volcano Island on Taal Lake. Vulcan Point is visible on the right. Photo credit: Joanneq Escobar/Flickr

Lake Taal on the island of Luzon, in the northern end of the Philippines archipelago, holds a special distinction.