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Nike Missle Site C-44 in Chicago, Illinois

August 19, 2021

From 1958 to 1972, the Department of Defense deployed a contingent of surface-to-air missiles intended to shoot down any incoming nuclear missiles aimed at United States cities. This program, known as Project Nike, was the first operational American anti-aircraft system. The missiles were decommissioned in 1974 as the Cold War came to an end, but remnants remain all around the country to this day. A few, such as site C-44 in southeastern Chicago can still be visited. Nike missile...

The Labyrinth of Rome in Rome, Georgia

August 19, 2021

In the small, charming town of Rome, Georgia, visitors will find a historic street that is the meeting place of three rivers—and the location of the only labyrinth within 50 miles. In the 1930s, the site began as an erosion control pond developed by the Works Progress Administration (WPA). Folk artists later used the location to read poetry and play music throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Later, Ed Baker worked with the local government of Rome to establish the...

Afghan Church in Mumbai, India

August 19, 2021

Amidst the cool, breezy trees in the South Mumbai district of Colaba, a tall church spire rises from their midst. This 60-meter structure once served as a landmark for ships in the harbor. The spire belongs to the Church of St. John the Evangelist, also known as the Afghan Church. During the early years of the 19th century, both Russian and British forces were seeking to establish control over Central Asia. The British sought to conquer Kabul, which led...

Fällbro Runestone (Uppland Runic Inscription Fv1946;258) in...

August 19, 2021

Sweden is full of runestones, most of which are used as memorials to lost family members, (such as Uppland Runic Inscription 53 in Stockholm), descriptions of historical events (such as Sigurdsristningen in Eskilstuna). Often these come with decorations, often in the form of dragons, and in rare instances, a person is depicted. The runestone, officially known as Uppland Runic Inscription Fv1946;258, is one such rune stone that dates back to the 11th century. This inscription and is carved on a rock-face...

How Hotel Automation Increases Early Check-in &...

August 19, 2021

When you hear the word automation, it may conjure up images of a future where artificial intelligence and robots take over jobs. The reality, however, is much more nuanced. The notion of automation generally remains ossified in this physical, machine-replace-labour frame and is perceived as another step toward automation-led obsolescence. Automation in Everyday Life Discussions The post How Hotel Automation Increases Early Check-in & Late Checkout Revenue appeared first on Revfine.com.

Clarendon Gorge Bridge in Shrewsbury, Vermont

August 19, 2021

The Clarendon Gorge Bridge, also called the “Bob Brugmann Memorial Bridge” or simply the “swinging bridge” was built in the summer of 1975. It replaced an earlier bridge that had been built in 1957 and spanned the gorge at the same spot. (That bridge, also a cable-suspension type bridge, replaced a covered bridge which was built circa 1906.) On June 30, 1973, heavy rains had raised the level of the Mill River and washed the 1958 bridge away. On...

Creating a Tech-Powered Operation & Guest Journey...

August 19, 2021

The Brussels-based boutique hotel Made in Louise had a major leg up on many competitors during the pandemic thanks to its advanced tech stack. This helped them get through the corona crisis and make the most of the beginning recovery phase. Martin Duchateau, General Manager and owner of the 48-key Made in Louise hotel, shares The post Creating a Tech-Powered Operation & Guest Journey at Hotel Made in Louise appeared first on Revfine.com.

The Van Gogh Church in Etten-Leur, Netherlands

August 19, 2021

Colorful stained-glass versions of some of Vincent Van Gogh’s most famous works decorate the walls of this church, telling the story of the artist who began his painting career in this town many years ago. It wasn’t in Amsterdam, London, or Paris where one of the most famous artists in history began his career. At 28 years of age, after many travels and attempts at other jobs, Vincent van Gogh returned to his parental home in Etten-Leur to dedicate himself to...

Podcast: American Chestnut Foundation

August 19, 2021

Listen and subscribe on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we discover the story of the unimaginable destruction of the American chestnut tree—and the scientists, academics, and tree lovers who are desperately trying to bring them back from the edge of extinction. Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along...

Cactus Club in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

August 18, 2021

The history of this Milwaukee space dates back to the early 1900s. The building was Italian-owned and in the 1910s housed an anarchist book club, whose name roughly translates to “The Dramatic Lovers Social Study Club.” Later during prohibition tunnels were formed between neighboring businesses to run liquor. Though the tunnels have since been filled with concrete, a secret door in the basement hides a few remnants and relics of the past. In the 1950s, Cliff and Alice Rose...

Pan Am Billboard in Reguengo do Fetal,...

August 18, 2021

The grand Portuguese tradition of azulejo, hand-painted, glazed ceramic tilework depicting scenes, dates back hundreds of years. Artwork made with these ornamental tiles can be found everywhere from churches and palaces to schools and train stations. These tiles have even become a part of the history of Pan-American World Airway (1927-1991) advertising. In Portugal, tile art has been regularly used in advertising since the 1850s, mainly in the facades of shops and factories. In the 20th century, big billboards...

Chamblin Bookmine in Jacksonville, Florida

August 18, 2021

On the north side of the bridge that crosses the Ortega River in Jacksonville, Florida, a curved concrete wall hides 23,000 square feet of narrow corridors and floor-to-ceiling bookshelves that make up the Chamblin Bookmine. This treasure trove of printed material is mined daily by loyal customers Monday through Saturday. The Bookmine has also served as the flagship bookstore in the region over the last three decades. Inside, a maze of narrow corridors allows patrons to mine for books...

Up Close and On the Ground With...

August 18, 2021

Rita Leistner admits to having nightmares about planting trees. For almost 10 years she worked as a tree planter in the forests of British Columbia, and now she’s the creative force behind Forest for the Trees, a photo book and documentary about the intrepid souls who take on this arduous, relentless, and ultimately rewarding job. In the opening lines of her film she explains how those bad dreams have recurred every six months or so for the last 20...

Nott Memorial in Schenectady, New York

August 18, 2021

The Nott Memorial is the centerpiece of Union College, the second oldest college in New York State. Construction began on the 16-sided memorial in 1858 and was completed in 1879. The building was dedicated to Eliphalet Nott who served as Union’s president for 62 years, from 1804-1866. It was designed by Nott’s grandson Edward Tuckerman Potter. The interior of the Nott is entirely open, with views from the ground floor straight up to the vaulted dome ceiling dotted with over...

Kilcoan Gardens in Larne, Northern Ireland

August 18, 2021

Kilcoan Gardens located on the Islandmagee peninsula in East Antrim is one of seven public and private gardens in County Antrim. A few are well known like the Antrim Castle Gardens and Carnfunnock Country Park, but others such as the Kilcoan Gardens are hidden gems. Kilcoan Gardens was the winner of Britain’s Bee Friendliest Gardens in 2012 by the Bumblebee Conservation Trust. Kilcoan Gardens is comprised of acres of prime farmland and young woodland complete with amazing views of...

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