Flora & Fauna
Khudadov Forest, Tbilisi: A Chronicle of History and Change
Khudadov Forest — a forest situated on the left bank of the Mtkvari River in Tbilisi. Perched on a mountain slope in the northern part of the city,…
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Buildings & Architecture
Tabori Castle: A Historical Overview
Tabori Castle, also known as Korchi-Kala, is a testament to the feudal era in Tbilisi's historic district. Located at the end of the Tabori ridge, right above the…
Countries
Understanding the Suffix ‘-stan’ in Country Names
The suffix "-stan" in country names has piqued the curiosity of many. Its widespread presence in several country names, especially in Central and Southern Asia, raises the question:…
History
Castle and Fortress in Georgia Country
Georgia, the country in the South Caucasus, has defensive architecture ranging from ancient citadels to medieval strongholds, walled towns, and fortified residences. The regional tables preserve the article's…
Countries
Which Countries Are Landlocked?
Imagine loading a container in Addis Ababa and watching it travel hundreds of miles (hundreds of kilometers) by rail to Djibouti before ever reaching the sea. That everyday…
Explainers & Big Questions
Where is the Lowest Point in the World?
The quest to identify the world's lowest points is a fascinating journey across diverse geographies. From the hypersaline waters of the Dead Sea to the mysterious depths of…
Explainers & Big Questions
Which Country Has the Most Volcanoes?
People ask this a lot—and get different answers. That’s because “most volcanoes” can mean (1) the most volcanoes known to have erupted in the last ~12,000 years (the…
Explainers & Big Questions
Caspian Sea: The Largest Lake in the World
The Caspian Sea sits between the Caucasus and Central Asia and touches Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Iran, and Azerbaijan. It behaves like a lake, is called a sea, and…
Explainers & Big Questions
What Causes the Change of Seasons?
Each March, the Northern Hemisphere tilts toward the Sun, ushering in spring’s warmth and blossoming life, while the Southern Hemisphere sinks into autumn’s cooler embrace. But beyond these…
Flora & Fauna
What is the Biggest Parrot in the World? Unveiling the Avian Giants
The quest to identify the world's biggest parrot takes us on an exciting journey, examining two particular contenders: the Hyacinth Macaw and the Kakapo. These two species exemplify…