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What's the Significance of the Flower of Life?
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The Flower of Life is one of those patterns that shows up in repeatedly in nature and architecture. But what does it mean and why is it considered part of "sacred geometry?"
16 World-Famous Architects and Their Impact
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We see buildings pop up and get torn down all the time, but some structures (and the architects who designed them) were built to last. These 16 are some of the most famous.
The Paris Landmarks Quiz
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The City of Lights draws millions of visitors each year who flock to Paris' museums, monuments and architectural marvels. Take our quiz to see how much you know about the most popular Paris landmarks!
How Much Do You Know About the Ancient Cities of the World?
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As the musical "Hamilton" reminds us several times, oceans rise and empires fall - and cities rise and fall with them. Do you know much about these centers of early civilization?
Can You Match the World Landmark to the Religion?
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You've probably seen pictures of the most famous landmarks in the world hundreds of times, but have you ever wondered what religion some of them represent? From Stonehenge to the Sistine Chapel, try to match the famous landmark to the religion.
How Adobe Construction Works
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Adobe construction is one of the oldest building techniques known to man, but why is it now one of the hottest modern housing trends?
Polaris Star: How to Spot the North Star in the Night Sky
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Polaris, also known as the North Star, is almost exactly over the celestial North Pole, making it extremely useful for navigation (and for making wishes on, as well).
Henna Tattoos: The History of an Ancient Art
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Henna tattoos are all the rage, but there is a rich and ancient tradition behind this form of body art. HowStuffWorks goes to school on henna tattoos.
Can You Identify These Important Chinese Landmarks?
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Boasting a beautiful landscape and a history dating back thousands of years, China certainly has many unique features to inspire tourism to the country. Do you know these landmarks that people travel from all over the world to see? Find out in this quiz!
How Indian Traditions Work
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Many Indian traditions first began hundreds or thousands of years ago. Read about Indian traditions at HowStuffWorks.