Stonehenge is an ancient stone circle located in Wiltshire, England. It was constructed in multiple phases beginning around 2950 BCE, when a timber circle and ring of 56 pits were built. Around 2550 BCE, construction began on the stone circle, using large sarsen stones weighing up to 60 tons brought from nearby and smaller bluestones transported from Wales. The site and stones were carefully constructed and oriented using geometric proportions and the golden ratio, with the number three incorporated throughout the design. Stonehenge was likely used for rituals connected to astronomy and as a burial ground.
The three main Aegean civilizations that arose during the Bronze Age were the Cycladic, Minoan, and Mycenaean. The Cycladic people produced stylized marble figurines on the islands, while the Minoans built elaborate palaces like Knossos on Crete characterized by its complex layout and fresco art depicting figures in motion. The Mycenaeans constructed massive citadels with cyclopean masonry and corbel vaults, such as the Treasury of Atreus. Minoan art was notable for its curvilinear style, use of fresco painting, and depictions of nature. Sculpture included the Snake Goddess holding serp
Stonehenge is an ancient stone circle located in Wiltshire, England. It was constructed in multiple phases beginning around 2950 BCE, when a timber circle and ring of 56 pits were built. Around 2550 BCE, construction began on the stone circle, using large sarsen stones weighing up to 60 tons brought from nearby and smaller bluestones transported from Wales. The site and stones were carefully constructed and oriented using geometric proportions and the golden ratio, with the number three incorporated throughout the design. Stonehenge was likely used for rituals connected to astronomy and as a burial ground.
The three main Aegean civilizations that arose during the Bronze Age were the Cycladic, Minoan, and Mycenaean. The Cycladic people produced stylized marble figurines on the islands, while the Minoans built elaborate palaces like Knossos on Crete characterized by its complex layout and fresco art depicting figures in motion. The Mycenaeans constructed massive citadels with cyclopean masonry and corbel vaults, such as the Treasury of Atreus. Minoan art was notable for its curvilinear style, use of fresco painting, and depictions of nature. Sculpture included the Snake Goddess holding serp
Warsaw is the capital and largest city of Poland. It was founded in the 13th century and has a population of nearly 2 million people. Some key facts about Warsaw are:
- It is located on the Vistula River in east-central Poland.
- A legend says the city's name comes from the names of a fisherman named Wars who rescued a woman named Sawa who had been turned into a mermaid.
- Major landmarks include the Palace of Culture and Science, a gift from the Soviet Union, and the Warsaw Zoo, opened in 1928.
- The city has a robust education system and is a center for the arts and culture in Poland with over 30 theaters and
Slovakia is a small country in Central Europe with a population of 5.5 million people. Each region of Slovakia has its own distinctive folk costumes, dialects, songs and traditions that have developed over time based on the local conditions and occupations. These folk costumes were traditionally decorated differently in each region with distinctive embroidery patterns and styles and were often made of different materials and decorated with rich embroidery, especially using the popular red color.
Перспективи використання відкритих автоматизованих інтегрованих бібліотечних ...ДокШир
Сергій Дубик, Андрій Андрухів, Сергій Назаровець "Перспективи використання відкритих автоматизованих інтегрованих бібліотечних систем в Україні". Бібліотеки вищих навчальних закладів: досвід та перспективи, Київ (Україна), 11-13 жовтня, 2016.
The document summarizes the origins of the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States. It describes how the Pilgrims arrived in America on the Mayflower in 1620 and had a difficult first winter, with half of them dying from illness. The following fall, they had their first successful harvest with the help of the native Wampanoag people, including Squanto who acted as an interpreter. To celebrate the harvest, the Pilgrims and Wampanoag shared an autumn feast that is now remembered as the first Thanksgiving.
The document discusses various Easter traditions from around the world including hot cross buns, Easter eggs, the Easter Bunny symbol of new life, Americans eating 60 million chocolate bunnies annually, and the tradition of eating pancakes on Pancake Day in England and other parts of the UK as a way to use up rich foods before Lent.
This document provides step-by-step instructions for assembling a Jung-L-Gym Premium Double Cage for sugar gliders. It notes that the manufacturer's instructions are poor, so it provides detailed photos and instructions. The assembly takes approximately one hour and requires a Phillips screwdriver, wrench, and music. It guides the user through assembling the stand base, attaching the cage panels with screws, installing doors and latches, and mounting the completed cages onto the stand. It also provides some notes about modifications like removing perches and securing cage pieces to prevent escapes.
This document provides a summary of Zhongping Road Story House, a historical site in Taoyuan City, Taiwan. The house was originally a Japanese duplex that housed two families from 1930 to 2008. It has since been renovated and opened to the public in 2015 to showcase the cultural memories and everyday life of families that lived there over the decades. The document highlights several remnants of the past, including a backyard well that was used to cool watermelons, a stove with the warmth of cooking, and a lottery-funded desk.
The document summarizes the Zhaozheng Zhong Literary Park located in Taiwan. The park preserves seven connected Japanese dormitories from the early 20th century and turned them into historical sites in 2010. The park allows visitors to experience the memories conveyed in Zhong's literary works. It also includes the Butokuden, a dojo built in 1930 during the Japanese colonial period that is now used for community activities. The renovation of the park began in 2017 to transform it into a space to experience Taiwanese literary traditions and culture.
Introduction of Matsu veteran and creative culture parkAven Everydaygift
The Matsu Veteran and Creative Culture Park was built in 1957 as the first veteran village in Taoyuan to be preserved under the Preservation of Cultural Heritage Act. The village originally housed the families and relatives of the 84th Division based in Matsu. While facing redevelopment in the 1990s, efforts were made to retain the old village and incorporate cultural diversity and community involvement to pass on humanity and history. The park now invites artists to stay and perform, making it both a playground and art space. It also contains a community center and movie hall to promote culture through films and creative industries.
This document summarizes the history and purpose of the Sianguang 2nd Village military police community in Taoyuan, Taiwan. It was originally built in 1986 with lime and paddy dormitories for military police. In 1978, 40 modern apartment buildings were added. In 2015, management was transferred from the Ministry of Defense to the Taoyuan Cultural Bureau. The village preserves the culture of military communities and presents diverse migrant stories through its space, with the goal of creating Taiwan's first migration museum to promote cultural understanding.
Warsaw is the capital and largest city of Poland. It was founded in the 13th century and has a population of nearly 2 million people. Some key facts about Warsaw are:
- It is located on the Vistula River in east-central Poland.
- A legend says the city's name comes from the names of a fisherman named Wars who rescued a woman named Sawa who had been turned into a mermaid.
- Major landmarks include the Palace of Culture and Science, a gift from the Soviet Union, and the Warsaw Zoo, opened in 1928.
- The city has a robust education system and is a center for the arts and culture in Poland with over 30 theaters and
Slovakia is a small country in Central Europe with a population of 5.5 million people. Each region of Slovakia has its own distinctive folk costumes, dialects, songs and traditions that have developed over time based on the local conditions and occupations. These folk costumes were traditionally decorated differently in each region with distinctive embroidery patterns and styles and were often made of different materials and decorated with rich embroidery, especially using the popular red color.
Перспективи використання відкритих автоматизованих інтегрованих бібліотечних ...ДокШир
Сергій Дубик, Андрій Андрухів, Сергій Назаровець "Перспективи використання відкритих автоматизованих інтегрованих бібліотечних систем в Україні". Бібліотеки вищих навчальних закладів: досвід та перспективи, Київ (Україна), 11-13 жовтня, 2016.
The document summarizes the origins of the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States. It describes how the Pilgrims arrived in America on the Mayflower in 1620 and had a difficult first winter, with half of them dying from illness. The following fall, they had their first successful harvest with the help of the native Wampanoag people, including Squanto who acted as an interpreter. To celebrate the harvest, the Pilgrims and Wampanoag shared an autumn feast that is now remembered as the first Thanksgiving.
The document discusses various Easter traditions from around the world including hot cross buns, Easter eggs, the Easter Bunny symbol of new life, Americans eating 60 million chocolate bunnies annually, and the tradition of eating pancakes on Pancake Day in England and other parts of the UK as a way to use up rich foods before Lent.
This document provides step-by-step instructions for assembling a Jung-L-Gym Premium Double Cage for sugar gliders. It notes that the manufacturer's instructions are poor, so it provides detailed photos and instructions. The assembly takes approximately one hour and requires a Phillips screwdriver, wrench, and music. It guides the user through assembling the stand base, attaching the cage panels with screws, installing doors and latches, and mounting the completed cages onto the stand. It also provides some notes about modifications like removing perches and securing cage pieces to prevent escapes.
This document provides a summary of Zhongping Road Story House, a historical site in Taoyuan City, Taiwan. The house was originally a Japanese duplex that housed two families from 1930 to 2008. It has since been renovated and opened to the public in 2015 to showcase the cultural memories and everyday life of families that lived there over the decades. The document highlights several remnants of the past, including a backyard well that was used to cool watermelons, a stove with the warmth of cooking, and a lottery-funded desk.
The document summarizes the Zhaozheng Zhong Literary Park located in Taiwan. The park preserves seven connected Japanese dormitories from the early 20th century and turned them into historical sites in 2010. The park allows visitors to experience the memories conveyed in Zhong's literary works. It also includes the Butokuden, a dojo built in 1930 during the Japanese colonial period that is now used for community activities. The renovation of the park began in 2017 to transform it into a space to experience Taiwanese literary traditions and culture.
Introduction of Matsu veteran and creative culture parkAven Everydaygift
The Matsu Veteran and Creative Culture Park was built in 1957 as the first veteran village in Taoyuan to be preserved under the Preservation of Cultural Heritage Act. The village originally housed the families and relatives of the 84th Division based in Matsu. While facing redevelopment in the 1990s, efforts were made to retain the old village and incorporate cultural diversity and community involvement to pass on humanity and history. The park now invites artists to stay and perform, making it both a playground and art space. It also contains a community center and movie hall to promote culture through films and creative industries.
This document summarizes the history and purpose of the Sianguang 2nd Village military police community in Taoyuan, Taiwan. It was originally built in 1986 with lime and paddy dormitories for military police. In 1978, 40 modern apartment buildings were added. In 2015, management was transferred from the Ministry of Defense to the Taoyuan Cultural Bureau. The village preserves the culture of military communities and presents diverse migrant stories through its space, with the goal of creating Taiwan's first migration museum to promote cultural understanding.
The Xinwu Rice Story House is located in Xinwu District, Taoyuan. It was built in 1939 as a rice barn and mill and has since been repurposed to educate visitors about the local food and agriculture through exhibits on rice production, traditional toys made from rice straw, and a fun house for kids. The renovated historical building aims to preserve the cultural heritage of barns and mills while providing an immersive experience of Xinwu's rice farming history.
This document summarizes the history of the Guishan Veteran Story House in Taoyuan City, Taiwan. The story house was originally built in 1949 to serve as a gateway to the history of the village. It now houses memories and stories from the village as development has occurred. The two-floor building was built in the 1970s and contains remnants of those who lived in the veteran village such as laughter and a spirit of tolerance and mutual respect between residents.
The Indigenous Culture Center in Taoyuan City, Taiwan provides a home away from home for the indigenous population in the city, which reached 70,000 in 2017. The center works to preserve indigenous culture through generations by sharing ancestral stories and teachings the meanings behind traditional patterns. It aims to ensure indigenous culture remains sustainable and empowering for all people as it has for generations, living on through community and cultural practices just as blood regenerates life.
The Daxi Wood Art Ecomuseum is located in Daxi District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan. It highlights the over 200-year history of woodcraft in Daxi, which began in 1810 when a wealthy businessman hired local carpenters. In the 1920s, embroidery classes were held in one of the dorm rooms, passing on the tradition to local women. The inhabitants of Daxi have collaborated to preserve the town's unique culture, from the wood industry to Japanese-style homes and a Kendo temple. The whole town functions as an open-air museum, with each house like a puzzle piece forming the cityscape. Visitors can experience the spirit of woodcraft that has developed over decades