Known affectionately by locals as the Bel Paese, or beautiful country, Italy is an extremely popular destination for families, couples, and groups of all ages and interests, and consistently ranks in…
The Terracotta Army was discovered in 1974 by a farmer in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, China. Dating from 210BC, there are now believed to be an unbelievable 8,000 soldiers, 130 chariots with 520 horses, and a further 150 cavalry horses - the majority of which are still buried and unseen.
Casa Terracotta is handmade from clay…
Wild boars were a favorite motif in classical antiquity, but this vessel has long puzzled scholars. Its brown, burnished surface, with incised geometric decoration, recalls Etruscan impasto pottery
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Oppède-le-Vieux Perched in History in the Luberon Villages Towns and Cities ranks high on the charm factor, Oppède-le-Vieux makes me return again and again.
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Artist Bruno Torf created this sculpture garden as a permanent attraction in the small Victorian village of Marysville near Melbourne, Australia.
Global Heritage Fund has named these 12 ruins as most likely to disappear if action isn't taken immediately, erasing evidence of hundreds or even thousands of years of human history.
De lavendelgeur die je overal tegemoetkomt, pittoreske pleintjes en steegjes, terrasjes onder platanen, huizen bedekt met terracotta dakpannen, kan het
The Terracotta Army was discovered in 1974 by a farmer in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, China. Dating from 210BC, there are now believed to be an unbelievable 8,000 soldiers, 130 chariots with 520 horses, and a further 150 cavalry horses - the majority of which are still buried and unseen.
Can deity be a fad? Are certain goddesses and gods just trendy? Perhaps, but then again perhaps deities re-emerge for very specific reasons.
The Fujian Tulou are rural dwellings in the southeastern China. The earthen buildings were built by the Hakka people with a unique defensive function.
In 1998, the Colombian architect Octavio Mendoza began designing and constructing a house made entirely from baked earth. He wanted to push the architectural...
Style your small spaces, thoroughfares and entryways with this new addition to our collection of natural floor coverings. Featuring a simple, yet elegant woven pattern, the Badami Mat - handcrafted in warm shade of natural jute - is a practical floor mat that will function well in the higher traffic areas of your home. The timeless woven design and neutral tone makes it perfect for adding texture to many different decor styles from coastal to farmhouse and everything in between. Ideal for small spaces and nooks like your bedside; in front of your favourite sofa and in a child's room, this rug will provide year-round softness and warmth underfoot. The Badami mat is perfect for providing comfort while standing in front of your bathroom vanity, kitchen sink or work zone and the laundry. Or simply use it as a stylish doormat for your main entryway doors, french doors, sliding or bi-fold doors or for a short hallway. Designed to last the test of time, this natural jute mat has been handmade by fair trade artisans in a rural village community of Bangladesh. The women first plait long strands of jute, and then assemble the Badami pattern row by row, before stitching the pieces together using needle and thread. A genuine Fair Trade partnership ensures the women who make our Badami mats are paid fairly, provided with consistent work and safe working conditions, among a host of other benefits that are in keeping with the Ten Principles of Fair Trade. For tips on how to clean and maintain our jute rugs, read our journal post 'How To Clean and Maintain Jute Rugs'. And for inspiration on how to use jute mats and runners, take a look at 'Entryway Style Tips to Create a Warm Welcome' Size How it's made Care 140 x 60cm / 55in x 24in approx. - Plaited warm natural jute fibres- Each piece is crafted by hand stitching rows of plaited jute, using wooden frames as guides to maintain the correct shape and size- The shapes are hand stitched together with jute thread and a border is added to the rug - Our mats are crafted entirely by hand with natural jute and special care is required to maintain their beautiful appearance.- We suggest regular vacuuming of both sides of your mat to keep it fresh and free of dirt build-up. Occasionally take your rug outside on a dry day and shake or beat it to dislodge deeper dirt particles that your vacuum may not extract.- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight or heat as this will discolour the jute fibres.- Blot water-based spills with kitchen paper or an absorbent cloth as soon as possible. Do not rub stains or spills from your mat as this may spread the stain and loosen the jute fibres. For oil-based or coloured spills, please consult a specialist rug cleaning professional.- For safety purposes, we recommend that you use non-slip rubber or felt matting underneath this rug.- You may choose a mat protection treatment prior to installing the rug in your space to prolong the life of your jute mat and minimise discolouration. We recommend MicroSeal, who are experienced in treating jute mats, runners and rugs and offer a DIY kit or a professional treatment service.
Image 33 of 61 from gallery of San Sa Village / IILab.. Photograph by Fernando Guerra I FG+SG
Creating a goal-oriented ecological renaissance consists of clear objectives and making ecological progress easy enough, and affordable enough
Have a peek inside the only shopping village in Southern Spain - McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Malaga, next to Centro Comercial Plaza Mayor.
If you are planning to improve your property to increase its market value your home’s exterior should never be left out.
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These are the prettiest villages in the Dordogne you can't miss on your visit. From where to stay to what to do, discover the best villages in the Dordogne!
It’s no surprise that Hoi An is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the magical Vietnamese town will transport you to bygone eras and worlds away in an instant. Once a bustling trading port from the 16th century, the coastal town saw many sailors and tradesmen landing at its harbor. Some of these foreign travelers and merchants stayed in Hoi An, creating an amalgamation of varying cultures, which are still prevalent in Hoi An today. There are some attractions to see and things to do in Hoi An that celebrate Vietnamese, Japanese, French and Chinese heritage. The famous Ancient
Homewood, in ten bucolic acres of lawns and soaring trees, brings relaxed but stylish Mediterranean living to the rural...
