In the heart of Manhattan, on the prestigious Billionaires’ Row, stands one of the most unusual skyscrapers on the planet — the Steinway Tower. This is not just another New York high-rise, but a real architectural experiment: the 435-meter-high building looks so narrow that it resembles a giant pencil pointing at the sky. Steinway Tower […]

When Robert Marchand turned 67, most of his acquaintances were already discussing medications, blood pressure, and a quiet retirement. At that time, he… bought a bike and started training. Robert MarchandIn a few decades, scientists will study his body, and sports federations will create separate categories of competitions.Because the usual ones no longer existed for

Hillier is one of the most unusual lakes on the planet. It is located on Middle Island off the southern coast of Western Australia and is known for its intense pink color, which looks unreal even in person, not just in photographs. Hillier LakeAnd this is not an optical effect: if you put water in

More and more often I find myself thinking: Istanbul is a “busted and flew” format, and not “saved up money and prepared for six months.”  Istanbul for 2-3 days: the perfect weekend without a vacation Now the city has become much more expensive, so going for a week is already felt on the budget. But

For many, the car has long become not just a means of transportation, but a real travel companion — from spontaneous trips outside the city to multi-day routes through different regions and countries.  Wheels for long-distance roads: how to make the right choice In this format, it is especially important that every part of the

A first date is a moment when every word, look, and gesture has a special weight.  A bouquet of flowers in a man’s hands can become the very accent that will say more than a thousand compliments: “I thought about you in advance,” “It’s important for me to make a good impression,” “I treat you

Traveling has long been considered the main way to reboot: to change the environment, break out of the routine, and feel “outside the system.”  But the reality of the big city is gradually changing this perception. Lack of time, fatigue from flights, a busy schedule and a desire to conserve resources — all this forces

Colombo is the capital of Sri Lanka, and it seems that it is “necessary to come here.””But in fact, Columbo is not a necessary point at all. CMB airport is located separately from the city, and if you go to the beaches (for example, Veligama, Galle, Unawatuna, Mirissa), then most often you: go immediately by

There are some cities in Russia that… don’t shout about themselves. They don’t pretend that they are tourist capitals. They don’t try to please everyone.  And Torzhok is just like that. And in order not just to “run through the eyes”, but to really feel the city, many choose excursions in Torzhok — they help

Baku is one of those cities that pleasantly surprise. I visit here every year, and every time I catch myself thinking: the central part is really beautiful and well-maintained, and the architecture in some places resembles Paris or St. Petersburg.  Baku: what to see in 1-2 days The old city is most similar to the