Reconnect with Nature: Journey Through France’s Most Celebrated Gardens
Reconnect with Nature: France’s Most Celebrated Gardens In this video via BBC and France24, enjoy a culture show which takes you to some of France’s most celebrated gardens. Take a journey throughout the country to understand what makes the Tuileries or Claude Monet’s Giverny so special and what kind of new challenges they face. You’ll get a chance to explore the work of landscape architects and gardeners is art itself. Each one, standing the test of time, these gardens see visits from hundreds of thousands each year. Escape for a Moment into the Garden The glory of a garden holds many splendors! Not only are fabulous gardens especially notable ones,…
Reconnect with Nature: Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia, where the waters flowing over the limestone and chalk have, over thousands of years. The 295-sq.-km forest reserve in central Croatia where the waters movement deposited travertine barriers resulting in natural dams, in turn creating a series of beautiful lakes, caves and waterfalls; this continues to occur today. The lush forests in the park are home to bears, wolves and many rare bird species. In 1979 it was added to the UNESCO World Heritage register. World famous for its lakes arranged in cascades, 16 lakes can be seen from the surface. These lakes are a result of the confluence of several small rivers and…
Reconnect with Nature: The Majesty of Zion National Park
The magical interplay of rock, water and time has given rise to a host of hauntingly beautiful geological features that draw visitors to the American southwest. The winding canyons and steep cliffs of Zion National Park, located in the southwest of the U.S. state of Utah, a little under an hour’s drive from the easy-going and active city of St. George, offer visitors a glimpse into both the deep geological past and the cultural history of the Native American people who inhabited the region for several thousand years. The environment you will find today in Zion National Park is a testament to change and I guarantee a visit to this…
Reconnect With Nature: Powerscourt Estate, Ireland, Italian Garden
RECONNECT WITH NATURE Powerscourt Estate Powerscourt Estate, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow, Ireland. Italian Garden Located in the beautiful 1,000 acre Powerscourt Estate, The Terraces in the Italian Garden were originally designed by the Architect Daniel Robertson in the 1840′s. www.powerscourt.com
Reconnect With Nature: Forest and Nature Sounds [video]
The use of sound is well known for its power and influence on our lives as is the power of nature. [pullquote]There is a great luxury in an escape, even a virtual one. Change the days soundtrack and enjoy the sounds of nature. How you enjoy it can vary, perhaps listen while you take a break or perhaps simply let it play in the background while you work. Either way, the soothing and calming effects offer a respite, delightful feast for the ears and salve for the soul.[/pullquote] Depending on the sound, it can be soothing and relax or motivate us to move faster. Certain sounds like binaural beats can…
