Aqua Anio Vetus, the first raised aqueduct assembled in Rome, started providing the men and women living in the hills with water in 273 BC, though they had counted on natural springs up till then. Throughout this time period, there were only 2 other techniques capable of supplying water to higher areas, subterranean wells and cisterns, which gather
Archaic Greek Artwork: Garden Statuary
Up until the Archaic Greeks created the very first freestanding statuary, a remarkable achievement, carvings had mainly been completed in walls and pillars as reliefs. Most of these freestanding sculptures were what is known as kouros figures, statues of young, attractive male or female (kore) Greeks. The kouroi were considered by the Greeks to rep
The Advantages of Solar Energy Powered Fountains
There are various power sources which can be used to power your garden wall fountain. Older fountains have historically been powered by electricity, but due to a greater interest in eco-friendly fountains, solar energy is used in new models. Even though initial costs may be greater, solar powered water fountains are the most cost-effective going fo
The Advantages of Solar Energy Powered Fountains
There are various power sources which can be used to power your garden wall fountain. Older fountains have historically been powered by electricity, but due to a greater interest in eco-friendly fountains, solar energy is used in new models. Even though initial costs may be greater, solar powered water fountains are the most cost-effective going fo
5-Star Cruises: A Journey Unto Itself
To set out on a journey that will move you through the vast oceans aboard a magnificent 5-star cruiser is to let go of the all that is ordinary in your life. Certainly, there are many other travel options that will get you to your destination in much less time, but none of them match the luxury and decadence of a cruise. This form of adventure allo