dimanche 7 octobre 2018

Pig Island in the Bahamas

Sailing in the Bahamas is attractive as the conditions for walking in these waters, and fascinating water activities (such as snorkeling and diving) and interesting places. Among the latter is the unique island of pigs.

Остров свиней на Багамах

It is under this name that one of the small islands of the Bahamas, Big Major Kay, is better known. Deserted land in the Atlantic Ocean is famous for white sands, ideal for diving clear waters and ... a large pig colony, which has become a kind of attraction of the Bahamas. These animals are so accustomed to people that, having just spotted a yacht or any boat with tourists, they immediately rush to swim to it, hoping to solicit a tasty treat.

Island Pigs на БагамахОстров свиней на Багамах

It is difficult to say where the pigs came from on this desert island, but it seems that they live here for a long time and are very pleased with this place, which has become a real earthly paradise for them. Not a single generation of Bahamas pigs has grown up in such conditions, so they are all excellent swimmers.

According to one of the local legends, pigs were brought to this Bahamas island by pirates. Planning to return to this paradise, the corsairs left the animals here as food for the future. But they did not return, but the pigs remained on the island and successfully settled down on it. According to another story, swimming pigs in the Bahamas were the result of a shipwreck off the coast of Big Island Kay, the only ones who survived. However, there is a more pragmatic story. It is likely that the pigs here appeared as a successful advertising move to attract tourists to these places.

Остров свиней на БагамахОстров свиней - достопримечательность Багам
дайвинг на острове свиней (Багамы)


There is no reliable history of the appearance of this lively sights of the Bahamas, and the existence of such around the world was found only in 2009 thanks to photographs of Eric Cheng. The photographer traveled on a yacht in the Bahamas area in order to get interesting photos of white sharks, and eventually found something more extraordinary, filming the best shots for the entire journey on the island of pigs. His fellow traveler Nadine made friends with these funny water animals so much that she even managed to swim next to them.

The pigs that inhabit the Big Major are impressive in their variety of colors (pink, dark brown, colorful), and their long stay in water makes them spotlessly clean. These floating pigs of the Bahamas are so fearless that they can easily climb aboard a boat or a boat and, as a domestic dog, demand that they be scratched behind the ear. They are so accustomed that the yachts and boats appearing on the horizon do not bypass their island, and people certainly feed with something tasty that, having caught sight of the yacht, they instantly rush from the sandy coast into the water and go straight to the ship.

Bathing with dolphins no longer surprise anyone, but swimming with pink pigs in crystal-clear waters near one of the Bahamas - this is the exotic that attracts travelers to this corner. Therefore, if you are going on a trip on a yacht near the Bahamas, be sure to include in the list of places worth visiting, the island of pigs, where a unique photo session with its grunting inhabitants is guaranteed.

Lanterna Lighthouse in Genoa

The Lanterna Lighthouse is a true symbol of the Italian port city of Genoa, reminiscent of the long maritime traditions of this region. It is considered one of the oldest in the world and ranks second in height among similar structures built of brick.



It is not known for certain when this Italian lighthouse was erected, the name of which is translated very simply - “Lantern”. Ancient legends say that he appeared on the hill of San Benino in the neighborhood of the monastery of the same name by the will of the angels of heaven and is under their auspices. Legends are legends, but the spark of truth is that for 9 centuries Lantern has been regularly serving its service, being a constant symbol of Genoa. Over the years of its existence, this lighthouse repeatedly collapsed, but, like the legendary Phoenix, every time it rose from the ashes.

Маяк Лантерна

Initially, Lantern’s lighthouse served a dual function, serving as a guiding star for mariners and a reliable outpost on its way to the city. The first official references to it are found in historical sources dating from 1128. In those days, the Lanterna lighthouse was a 3 jagged towers located far beyond the city limits. Now there is practically nothing left from the former hill, and the city has long surrounded this ancient lighthouse with modern buildings, which continues to serve regularly for night navigation.
For a long time, dried heather and juniper were used to light the lights on the Lantern lighthouse. Only in the XIV century, the first lanterns appeared here using olive oil. In addition, the lighthouse painted the emblem of the city, and it became a distinctive sign not only for seafarers, but also for all traveling around Genoa itself. In the middle of the 19th century, a new optical system was installed according to the Fresnel principle, and a century later, in 1936, the transition to electricity was made.

Curiously, the means to maintain the proper functioning of the Lantern lighthouse were allocated from taxes that were received by the city authorities of Genoa from each ship entering the port. For some time, the prison itself was located in the building itself, in which it was possible to be imprisoned by royals — the King of Cyprus and his spouse. Famous Lantern Lighthouse is also one of its rangers. In the XV century it was the uncle of the famous Columbus. All this can not but interest yachtsmen who have visited the port of Genoa to visit Lantern Lighthouse.

Маяк Лантерна в Генуе


This landmark of the city has lost its original appearance and now represents a quadrangular tower with a terrace at the top, but still allows ships to find the way to the harbor. In 2006, inside the lighthouse of Lantern, there was a small museum where you can learn about the history of the maritime traditions of Genoa and admire exclusive historical documents and old navigation instruments. In addition, one of the departments is completely devoted to the history of the lighthouse. Anyone can visit the museum and climb to the top of Lantern, from where a picturesque view of the Genoese harbor opens. That's just to see all the beauty of the city from the height of the flight of birds, will have to overcome 375 steps.

Being inside one of the oldest lighthouses in the world with the opportunity to get in touch with a piece of navigation and admire the picturesque panorama of Genoa from a height - all this makes Lanterna one of the most popular attractions of this Italian port, which is often called “located in the shadow of the Lantern”.

lundi 1 octobre 2018

The best 3 routes for traveling with a TENT

There is a special kind of people: they despise hotel comfort and are inspired by marital romance. These people choose a nomadic style of rest and spending the night in a tent, not because of a lack of finance. They just like the slightly primitive spirit of freedom and the degree of unity with nature that is possible only outside walls and fences, in the heart of the forest or on a moonlit night by the sea. If you have never tried this type of recreation, your children have already grown up (or they are only in the project) - it's time to get an unforgettable experience.

Let the possible inconveniences not frighten you: for the first time it is not necessary to get into the very backwoods, you can choose a direction developed in the tourist plan, so that the benefits of civilization in case of anything were at hand. So, here are a few places in Russia, where you can go with a tent. By the way, the trip should be planned now, because such a journey requires a long preparation in terms of obtaining information, searching for fellow travelers and selecting equipment.


Lake Baikal

On the banks of this unique pond, there are a lot of hotels and recreation centers, as well as equipped beaches with pavilions in the settlements. In this article, we consider the rest of the savages in tents, just keep in mind: if you suddenly want comfort, you will always find it. The main location of the tourists is the southern coast. Following the M55 trail along the lake, travelers use congresses to find the most suitable parking spots. Below are four good locations.

Olkhon Island. The most-the place for rest in tents: on the one hand, there is not a large tourist infrastructure (recreation centers, hotels), on the other - there are shops and cafes. Accordingly, there are more places for savages, and the prices for food are lower. Landmark - the village of Khuzhir.

Settlement of Listvyanka. Here you can buy food, taste smoked omul, relax on a well-kept glade for picnics and interview local residents for the best places to stay overnight in the tent. Tourists either choose wild beaches outside Listvyanka, or climb up the hill to the Observatory to admire the view of Lake Baikal from a height.

The beach "Red Sands". From the M55 it is necessary to turn to the city of Baikalsk and then go to the coast through the villages. They say that the local population is not very fond of tourists, and therefore, having reached the lake, it is better to leave to the left - as far as possible from the settlements. The beach "Red Sands" can be recognized by the unique color of sand.

Settlement Utulik. Just behind him on the highway M55 begins a strip of wild beaches, so you can turn off on any signpost to Baikal and look already on the spot. This location is very popular in summer - there is a whole tent city. If you are not strangers to organized entertainment, it makes sense to stay near the "Chaika" camp site.

The best time for a trip: _ the second half of July - August.

Crimea

Crimea


On the peninsula, a huge number of both wild beaches and well-organized campsites with some amenities. Here are just a few of the possible options.

Camping "Vympel" (Alushta). This is an option for those who do not think themselves without hot water and a shower. All this, together with electricity, toilets, a dining room and a kitchen, where you can cook food yourself, is in an organized camping site near the Sudak ring, in fact, in the city. True, the sea is far away: half an hour's walk. But you do not need to bring a tent or sleeping bags with you, they can be rented on the spot.

The villages of Mysovoye and Shchelkino (not far from Cape Kazantip). It is a good place for wild recreation with young children: the beaches here are sandy, the sea is shallow and warm.

Fox bight. It is famous for the fact that nudists stop here and there is more than a casual atmosphere. Next to the tent camp are cafes, toilets and a shopping arcade.

Silent bay. On a picturesque sandy beach with the onset of heat, a tent town spontaneously arises every year. The place is remarkable not only for the fact that you can safely bathe, but also with curative clay, which the guests are plastered from head to foot (and completely free of charge). In the Quiet Bay there are several cafes, but if you want diversity, you can walk to Koktebel by a quick step in half an hour.

Orlovka. The spontaneous tent city appears on a sandy beach not far from the village every year.

Olenevka. Center attraction for tourists with tents at Cape Tarkhankut - in the westernmost point of the Crimea. You can stop on a wild beach, or in an organized camping near the village, where there is a shower, Wi-Fi and all the accompanying benefits of civilization. There you will find guides, bike rental and diving courses.

The best time for a trip is: mid-May to September.

Karelia

Karelia


The Republic of Karelia is perhaps one of the most sought-after areas of wild recreation. And all thanks to the chic nature.

Syamozero. In summer on its sandy beaches resting with tents stop, many families with children. There are organized camping sites with toilets (for example, "Rainbow"), there are absolutely deserted places, and also quite modern tourist bases: if mosquitoes can be bitten unbearably, you can escape there.

Vidlitsa. Large sandy beach on Lake Ladoga. In summer there are a lot of tourists living as savages, but there is also a hotel.

Sandal Lake. On the shore there is a paid camping site of the same name. The village of Sopokha and Kondopoga serves as a guide for driving. In summer, at the height of the season, it is better to reserve places in the camping by phone.

Village Vygostrov. The official camping site was arranged right on the cape with a stunning view of the White Sea-Baltic Canal.

Lake Salmon. Here you can find campsites with showers, toilets, electricity - and they are located quite near the city of Petrozavodsk.

The Paanajarvi National Park. In this beautiful natural protected area with rocks and waterfalls, rivers and lakes there are several official camping areas. To get permission for spending the night, you must first visit the visit-center of the national park in the village of Piaozersky.

The best time to travel is the end of July - August.

Whichever direction you choose: the legendary Baikal, the affectionate Crimea or the picturesque Karelia - it is better, as already mentioned, to start preparing for the trip in a few months. First of all, you need to find like-minded people: traveling in a company is more fun and safer.

With their consent, begin to carefully study the route. If you have chosen to rest in tents, then you will most likely have to drive (which, in your Pts
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