Standing majestically atop a rugged outcrop in the renowned Wadi Dhahr Valley of Yemen, Dar al-Hajar, also known as the Imam's Rock Palace, enchants every onlooker. Constructed in the 1930s by Imam Yahya as a luxurious summer hideaway, this stunning edifice seems to rise organically from the very stones that cradle it, enveloped by a lush, verdant oasis. Today, transformed into a captivating museum, it stands as one of Yemen's premier attractions, a mere 9-mile journey from the ancient city of Sanaa, a place steeped in rich history. The palace beckons travelers with its extraordinary fusion of breathtaking landscapes and compelling tales from the past.

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This blue Lobster was caught off the coast of Portland and returned to the water to continue to grow. Blue lobsters are one in two million.

Huge spider web on an aloe vera plant 🕸️🕷️ ☘️

Close up of a Fungus Weevil’s face

📷 André De Kesel

Sculpture Clinging To An Apartment Block.

There’s no doubt - adore the movement and the scramble engineered here.

It’s almost feels that they are searching for an escape, pushing and shoving to reposition themselves.

How do you feel ?

We think spectacular.

Artist: Miguel Antonio Horn - @miguelantoniohorn [IG]

More Info: www.miguelhorn.art

Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park 😲😲😲, situated on the Arizona-Utah border in the southwestern United States, is a breathtaking landscape renowned for its iconic sandstone formations. Managed by the Navajo Nation, this park holds profound cultural and spiritual significance for the Navajo people, known as the Diné. The towering buttes, mesas, and spires that dominate the horizon are not only natural wonders but also integral to Navajo mythology and traditional ceremonies.

Visitors to Monument Valley can explore the park via a 17-mile scenic drive loop, offering unparalleled views of formations like the Mittens and Merrick Butte, which have become symbols of the American West. Navajo-guided tours provide deeper insights into the park's history, culture, and sacred sites, including ancient petroglyphs and traditional Navajo dwellings known as hogans.

The park's visitor center serves as a gateway for information, permits, and tour arrangements, emphasizing sustainable tourism practices that respect the environment and preserve Navajo heritage. Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park stands as a testament to the enduring connection between the land and its indigenous stewards, inviting visitors to appreciate its natural beauty and cultural richness.

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🦋 When Nature Paints a Masterpiece 🎨

This stunning image by Shelly Collins captures a truly magical moment in nature: A curious lizard stretches its body in an almost impossible arc, mesmerized by a vibrant butterfly fluttering nearby.

The contrast of colors and the perfect composition make this a true work of art.

If a Holly tree (Ilex aquifolium) finds its leaves are being nibbled by deer, it modifies its DNA to make them spiky when they regrow. So on taller Holly trees, the upper leaves (which are out of reach) have smooth edges, while the lower leaves are prickly.

📷 Leif Bersweden

🐞🔍 Stunning Close-Up of a Tiger Beetle! 🌟

This macro shot features the dazzling Tiger Beetle (Cicindela sp.), known for its incredible speed and powerful jaws. Look at those vivid colors and sharp mandibles—truly a marvel of nature!

Fun Fact: these beetles can run up to 5.6 mph, making them one of the fastest insects on Earth.

📸 Colin Hutton Photography

When you take your job too seriously

Elevation erector (without insurance) at work on Socony Mobil building. USA, 1955.

This is what I call a wave! A giant wave at Praia do Norte in Nazare, Portugal 🌊

Here it is, the very beginning of the mighty Mississippi River!! It flows out of Lake Itasca in Minnesota and begins its journy to the Gulf of Mexico. So cool to see this after seeing the Mississippi River in so many other spots. The water is very clean and on the warm side.

You must read this: https://golfvertex.com/9500-year-old-tree-found-in-sweden-is-the-worlds-oldest-tree/

Only those who really understand can understand this picture

Raniji Ki Baori, also known as Queen's Stepwell, is a historical stepwell located in Bundi, Rajasthan, India.