america
Travel from sea to shining sea; by car or by plane, there's plenty to see in the good ole US of A.
Going to the Beach
The beach is probably my favorite place to go to while on vacation, and it has been since I was probably six or seven. That was when my immediate and extended family got to go spend a few days together at Gulf Shores in Alabama. There were pranks (live, large crabs placed in the bathtub) and music (courtesy of one of my younger cousins who loved Kenny Chesney’s song ‘Big Star’). Discovery (a museum that we ferried to) and sickness (almost all of us caught a stomach bug).
By Hannah E. Aaron3 years ago in Wander
Cheyenne on Crow Creek
Cheyenne is the capital city of the US state of Wyoming. Wyoming State Capital right in the heart of the city is the state's seat of government. It was built between 1886 and 1890 and has a golden dome over forty meters high. You can admire the Renaissance Revival-style building from the outside and take a tour of the stately rooms and legislative chambers inside. There are decorative furnishings, colorful murals, and marble. Its most remarkable features are the stained-glass dome and rotunda. It is a National Historic Landmark surrounded by landscaped lawns.
By Rasma Raisters3 years ago in Wander
Subtle Forms of Discrimination and Prejudice are All Too Real
I need to start by emphasizing that I absolutely love living as an expat in Baja, California, Mexico. I love it so much in fact that I invested a ton of time, energy, and money into becoming an official resident of the country. I feel like it is my second home. The vast majority of the Mexicans I have encountered and continue to encounter on a daily basis are wonderful people and ninety-nine percent of my interactions with them on a daily basis have been positive experiences. They have been nothing but respectful, kind, caring, and helpful, and have treated me exactly as they would a fellow Mexican. Yet, there are absolutely a tiny minority of people that either out of fear, prejudice, plain old hatred, or some combination of all of the above, have not. The types of discrimination and prejudice I have experienced are not overt or easily visible. There are no American flag burnings, or anti-American rallies, or no US citizens allowed zones, or anything that obvious to suggest such sentiment exists anywhere in the region where I live. In actuality, it is generally quite the opposite. Most Mexicans truly, genuinely like US citizens and want them to visit and even live in their country. They recognize our shared borders, shared values, and shared economic interests. The few that do not, practice a form of discrimination that is as subtle as it is pernicious. It is so subtle that it is barely noticeable. So subtle, in fact, that it is easy to question the reality of it, and many do. But I can tell you from personal experience it does exist, and it is real, and it takes many forms. From certain gas stations where paying for 30L never seems to quite fill your 30L tank, to resteraunts that bring tap water to your table when everyone else (Mexican) in the place gets bottled water, to the just barely audible whispers of "stupid gringo" heard after ordering coffee at a local cafe, to the sudden and baffling inability to understand basic Spanish even when you are sure what you said was said quite clearly, etc. and so on.
By Everyday Junglist3 years ago in Wander
The Enigma of the Amazon: Why No Bridges Span its Mighty Waters
The Amazon River, an iconic representation of South America's wild heart, is a subject of both awe and intrigue. Stretching over 4,000 miles and touching six nations, it competes with the Nile in its sheer majesty. But a peculiar fact remains: while the Nile is dotted with bridges, especially around Cairo, the Amazon stands untouched. Why has mankind not spanned this colossal river with bridges?
By Ifeoma Odumodu 3 years ago in Wander
Charming Charleston
The capital of West Virginia Charleston is located at the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha Rivers. State Capitol Building was completed in 1932 and this building and the West Virginia Executive Mansion make up the West Virginia Capitol Complex. It is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. The Capitol faces the Kanawha River and is flanked by two wings. You can get a tour of this 333-room building. At 292 feet this is the tallest building in the state.
By Rasma Raisters3 years ago in Wander
Olympia on the Deschutes River
Olympia is the capital of the US state of Washington on the West Coast. The city sits on the southern end of Puget Sound where the Deschutes River meets saltwater and the glaciated slopes of Mount Rainier can be seen on the eastern horizon.
By Rasma Raisters3 years ago in Wander
Disclosing Old Secrets: From Lost Cities to Cursed Objects
The historical backdrop of our planet is an embroidery woven with strings of secret and interest, with each string uncovering a remarkable feature of our past. From the cold profundities of Antarctica to the sun-splashed vestiges of Pompeii, the world's baffling past keeps on enrapturing the creative mind and challenge traditional comprehension. In this investigation, we set out on an excursion through existence, unwinding the privileged insights concealed underneath layers of ice and volcanic debris, looking to reveal insight into the secrets that proceed to perplex and move.
By mogau Lekoloane3 years ago in Wander
Montpelier by the Winooski River
Montpelier is the capital of Vermont. The Winooski River flows along the south side of the city past the state house. A tributary of the Winooski, the North Branch River flows through the city. It is a vibrant city with plenty of architecture and art to please the eye and lovely parks.
By Rasma Raisters3 years ago in Wander
Spectacular Cosmos Sightings in the USA for 2023
The year 2023 has proven to be a remarkable one for stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts across the United States. From meteor showers to planetary conjunctions, the cosmos has been putting on a captivating show that has left observers awe-inspired and curious about the wonders of our universe. As the nights grow longer and the air crisper, let's delve into some of the spectacular celestial events that have graced the American skies this year.
By Faisal Hoti3 years ago in Wander
