Up until the Archaic Greeks created the very first freestanding statuary, a remarkable achievement, carvings had mainly been completed in walls and pillars as reliefs. Most of these freestanding sculptures were what is known as kouros figures, statues of young, attractive male or female (kore) Greeks. The kouroi were considered by the Greeks to rep
Contemporary Garden Decoration: Garden Fountains and their Beginnings
The incredible architecture of a fountain allows it to provide clean water or shoot water high into air for dramatic effect and it can also serve as an excellent design feature to complement your home. Originally, fountains only served a practical purpose. Cities, towns and villages made use of nearby aqueducts or springs to provide them with drink
Basics of Hydrostatics
Liquid in a state of equilibrium applies pressure on the objects it touches, including its container. There exist two types of force, hydrostatic energies and external forces. When applied against a level surface, the liquid exerts equal force against all points of that surface. An object that’s extensively submerged in a fluid tha
Intimate Getaways: Something Unique
No matter how many years with him or her, going on an anniversary holiday can reinvigorate the relationship. Whether it’s a first time visit to Amsterdam on your wooden anniversary, re-creating your honeymoon vacation after 20 years, an anniversary trip can provide high quality love. And for those 2 lovebirds who are nearing the 40
International Getaways: A Hop, Skip and Jump Away
Think a three-day weekend isn’t enough time to have an international getaway? Guess again. There are various overseas destinations that are definitely doable over a long weekend. Below is a variety of fantastic places great for a thrilling weekend adventure. Montreal, Quebec, Canada Old-world charm is front and center in this secon