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Berlin’s 3300ft Artificial Mountain
As if Berlin wasn’t by many estimations already Europe’s most buzzing city, plans are afoot to make the German capital literally tower above the competition. An idea for a 1000-m-tall, man-made mountain branded The Berg has been put forward by zany architect Jacob Tigges. Complete with verdant alpine slopes and a winter snow-capped peak, The Berg is being billed as Berlin’s next big thing – an iconic landmark beyond belief.
Continue reading...Skiing off Cliffs with Nothing but a Parachute
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
The skis bite the fresh powder as they touch down on its surface. The cliff-edge approaches fast. Then the alpine vista opens up as thermals and gravity vie for control. Riding these forces is the nature of the game. Adrenaline addicts and adventuring aficionados take note. There’s a new extreme sport in town. It goes by the name of speed flying – and it’s coming to a mountainside near you.
Continue reading...Earth’s Deadliest Hiking Trail
Monday, December 8, 2008
Danger and thrills are why many people visit Mt Hua, which is located in China's Shaanxi province. Hiking up Mt Hua and exploring the surrounding area is a popular attraction as there are many temples and religious sights located throughout the area. Some of the most amazing sights, however, are at the top of the mountain.
Continue reading...Natural Designs Series: Old Man’s Face Appears and Vanishes on Mountain Rock
Friday, June 6, 2008
In the second part of our Natural Design series, Environmental Graffiti reporter Vlad Jecan explores the natural phenomenon of the Great Stone Face. For previous articles in the series click here Image via Wikipedia Two centuries ago people spotted a rather unusual rock formation. When viewed from [...]
Continue reading...Japanese 75 year old reached Everest’s peak
Monday, June 2, 2008
Image via Snow Dolphins At the tender age of 75, Yuichiro Miura reached the top of Mount Everest without any problems. His age and health didn’t limit his appetite for adventure.
Continue reading...Rebels Threaten Execution for Gorilla Rangers
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Congolese rebels in control of eastern Congo and Virunga National Park have said they will execute any wildlife rangers attempting to enter the area, home to nearly half the world’s endangered mountain gorillas. Land mines have been placed on routes leading into the region, despite a recent signed [...]
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Monday, November 16, 2009
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