Shahara Bridge

Yemen. North of Sana'a is a beautiful array of two Sahhar mountain (2306 m) and Mafluk (2215 m), and around - the green land of Wadi Vaara, famous for its mild subtropical climate. It also houses one of the main attractions of the northern part of the country - a village-fortress Shikhar (163 km north of Sanaa), located on top of the mountain height of 2160 meters, and therefore practically impregnable. Over its long history of this place was the headquarters of the resistance forces and the Turks during the XVI-XVII centuries, and the headquarters of the Royalists during the Civil War of 60s. The village is actually made up of two parts, each of which is crowned with its own mountain peak.

Deep gorge separates the village and connects two parts of it only old bridge Sahhar (Shikhar), built in the XVII century, and with the amazing engineering calculations. A simple architecture Shikhar harmony with the stunning landscapes surrounding area - the sun scorched mountains and gleaming green valleys, which are clean and dry air locally visible for miles neighborhood. 

Stone bridge connects two parts of the village Shikhar. Was built the 400 years ago and is an outstanding example of architecture of the 17th century. . Plan design was created by renowned architect Salah Al Yamani (Salah al-Yamani) - most likely a pseudonym :-) Long ago the bridge looked like three arches, one above the other, but these days, leaving only the upper arch of the bridge.

Shikhar lies on top of the mountain height of 2160 meters and almost unapproachable, so before it is actively used to house military headquarters. Now to the village and the bridge, respectively, too hard to get there: Road disgusting. Night at Shikhar is a bit scary: electricity not used and not to be killed, people are walking around with a headlamp.

Despite the fact that the bridge is quite frightening, it is a popular tourist destination, and local residents cross it every day. This bridge is even depicted on the coins in denominations of 10 riyal.

On the fragments of the two sides of the valley can be seen that this is not the first set here Bridge. In ancient times there were two different villages belonging to a gentleman, and the bridge was needed to move.

Shihamsky bridge became a national symbol of Yemen, his image adorns e coin worth 10 riyals. But to visit the village is not only because of the great miracle of architecture. The road uphill and bring a lot of memorable experiences and gives amazing views. To get here is not easy - even from the capital will take at least 8 hours in relative proximity to Sana'a (140 km, of which 120 - on the highway). 

Shiharskie house like small towers. So in ancient times looked classic example of a residential building. Houses are decorated with fanciful carvings, and the doors usually carries his decorative rings are very popular in pre-Islamic times. Usually they were made Jewish blacksmiths, who lived in the mountains.

Once logged in, once you get into a spacious hallway with no windows. Just above the door hollowed small opening for light and ventilation. The doors of many houses can seem irrationally high, but in ancient times, some people have lived under the same roof with livestock. The animals could safely go into the house, made such wide aisles. 

The guidebook says that because the village now and then is at the center of armed conflict, people are suspicious of all outsiders. Probably. But the tourists, a little different category. And now is not the time of those.

Boys ran after us and emotionally discussed how much they will be able to cut down to us. For nothing. Called what that huge sums. All came up again, stripped-to share was less. Discussed the question of what, if we just say thank-you to complain to her relatives, and can not, we have a security guard with a gun? When we reached the car, one of the jerks (meter with a cap) was playing with a penknife at the wheel the car. Actually, the question disappeared when Slava shifted the gun in the car ... The painting, to the public .. They all got and the way back in silence .. happily ran after the car. They are spoiled by civilization ... tourists ... 

Amazing Celebrities in the Renaissance

Today we want to blow your mind with the following experiment. Let’s imagine that now is the Renaissance. How would look celebrities in the Renaissance? Artists from creative website worth1000.com have tried “to catch the moment” and show us famous paintings but with modern celebrities in the main roles. All these new characters are without celebrity plastic surgery and some of them look very natural in their new roles. 

Amazing Facts about Colors

It’s in everything we touch, taste, smell, and feel. It evokes emotion without asking for prior thought. It can be the focus of our careers, the way we live, the choices we make, and the fun we have. We are all familiar with color and its basic concepts, but did you know…??

 

10. Men and women see the color red very differently

While those of us who are estrogen producers tend to see maroon, cardinal, and crimson, men typically just see red. No varying tones, hues, or shades–just color-crayon, fire engine red. The explanation is actually quite simple and all falls back on basic DNA. Researchers from Arizona State University found that there’s a specific gene that allows us to see and interpret the color red. Women have two X chromosomes, while men only possess one. Because the particular “red-seeing gene” sits on the X chromosome, it only makes sense that women would have a full understanding of the red spectrum, while our counterparts only have half the pieces to the racy red puzzle. Therefore, ladies, if you’re one of those gals who just cannot make a decision when picking out a shade of lipstick, don’t put so much pressure on yourself. It’s really of very little importance. 

09. Silver will save your life

When purchasing that brand new vehicle and finding yourself overwhelmed by the 18-page book of options, your best bet is – and forever will be – to go with silver. Silver-colored cars are least likely to be involved in an auto accident, since they are most visible on the road and in low light. This, coupled with lower insurance rates and the silver color’s ability to maintain a look of cleanliness, manifests itself as a sure win.

08. Pink soothes the nerves

Rowdy prisoners and combative patients? Pink is the palliative color, commonly used to splash the walls in prisons and mental health care facilities to assist in subduing those who are out-of-control. So pink definitely has a useful place and a purpose, other than decorating a prom dress or Barbie’s dream house.

07. Bright colors will win you friends

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?Colors are responsible for 62-90% of our first impressions of one another. That means that if you prefer black and neutrals to violets and oranges, it might be time to add a little color to a bland wardrobe to make a better overall impression. Who knows? It could mean the difference between getting the job and meeting the mate of your dreams, or living alone and waking up next to a beer can pyramid on a Tuesday morning.

06. Blue is the most common favorite color

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Blue is the most favored color in the world, with purple being a distant second. A whopping forty percent of people worldwide would choose blue as their favorite color in playtime poll booth, with purple-lovers lagging way behind at fourteen percent.

05. Colors can be frightening

Chromophobia (also known as Chromatophobia) is the rare, persistent, irrational fear of colors. Some people who have this disorder will react strongly to certain shades or tones, while others will try to avoid color altogether. Some signs and symptoms are: nausea, dizziness, shortness of breath, feelings of panic, elevated heart rate and blood pressure, anxiety, light headedness, headache, and trembling. Effective treatment involves methods and techniques that include systematic desensitization and exposure therapy.

04. Yellow makes you hungry

Yellow and orange are not recommended for use in kitchens, as they are known appetite stimulators. With America’s ongoing obesity epidemic, it could possibly be time for Sherwinn Williams to do away with bright citruses that have wrongly adorned kitchen walls for the past five decades. Then again – where would our restaurant owners be without those clever little tricks that keep our waistlines wide, but leave us wanting more? I’m not normally one for conspiracy theories – but perhaps there’s something in it for them if we remain ignorant of yellow’s effects?

03. Color is an imaginary friend

Technically, it’s all in our heads: color does not exist at all. It is something created by our brains as a side-effect, when it desperately tries to make sense of the overwhelming amount of information it receives from the outer world. So, should you ever find yourself in a heated debate over color combinations with someone you are certain has an IQ below your car’s maximum speed or is just simply colorblind, keep in mind that it is a pointless argument and you should drop it immediately. You’re both wrong.

02. Color wheels are the best thing since the wheel

Invented in 1666 by Sir Isaac Newton, the color wheel is by far the best tool to date to help us comprehend the colors that we see. Once we grasp how the color wheel arranges the primary, secondary, and tertiary colors, we can better understand “harmonies”, or how and why certain colors complement one another. The color wheel is a major concept in any color theory class or course, and is crucial for certain careers, such as interior or graphic design.

01. Ground-up-remains-of-mummy goes splendidly with crimson

"Mummy" was once a color in ancient Egypt. Can you guess where the rich brown color received its somewhat macabre name? You guessed it! From the actual ground-up remains of Egyptian mummies, both human and feline. The Pre-Raphaelite painters of the 19th century considered it one of their favorite colors. The authentic pigment was produced all the way up until the early 20th century, when finally the supply of available mummy remains was exhausted. Though no longer containing the remnants of mummified corpses, the color “Mummy Brown” can still be found today.

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Underground Hotel

While China has been leading the trend in skyscrapers for the past decade, architects and designers apparently decided to turn things upside-down for a change. According to CNN, China recently broke ground on the first luxury underground hotel near Shanghai.

Located at the foot of a 100-meter (approximately 328 feet) abandoned quarry at Shanghai’s Tianmashan, the 380-room resort will have three levels above ground and 16 underground, and will also offer spa services, a sports facility and an underwater restaurant. 

The property is being developed by Shanghai Shimao Property Group and designed by U.K. based engineering firm Atkins. According to SmartPlanet, the underground hotel is part of the larger project to build Shimao Shanghai Wonderland, a large-scale theme park. Reports say the hotel is expected to open in 2014 or 2015.

Just how much will this underground wonderland cost? If you're intrigued, industry experts say the nightly room rates will start at around $320 a night (RMB 2,000).

The hotel, The Intercontinental Shimao Shanghai Wonderland, will be managed by InterContinental Hotels Group (Photo: Shanghai Shimao Property Group/ Atkins)