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This Small Artificial Island Is Thought Of As An Oasis Of Relaxation

Located in the port of Copenhagen, this small artificial island offers a true oasis of relaxation. Created by designers Blecher and Fokstrot and soberly entitled Ø1, this 25m² platform was built entirely of wood, using traditional techniques used for boat building. Continue reading »

Photo of the Day: Fading Oasis

Mingsha Mountain Dunes, a famous tourist-attraction in Dunhuang City, in China’s Gansu Province, has moved about 30 feet toward Yueya Spring, center, over the past 15 years due to desertification. (Zhang Weixian/Xinhua/Zuma Press) Click image to zoom.