Maramures Romania Mesmerizing Landscapes

 Alex Robciuc captured these photos during his journeys through the Maramures (A Small County in Transylvania, Romania). 

The Landscapes he photographed in this Region are Serene and Tranquil. 

Mount Kailash + 5 Other Treks in The Himalayas

 Here are some of the best Himalayan Treks 

1. Mount Kailash (19,500 ft)

If you love trekking, you will be thrilled to know that the Chinese Government has just thrown open the easiest route to Mount Kailash. Come June 22nd and the pilgrims will be allowed to cover their parikrama of Mount Kailash in just 2 and a half days. This against a 12-day trek that courses through precipitous terrains at heights stretching beyond 19,500 feet!

2. Annapurna Base Camp (26545 ft)

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is perhaps the most sought-after one in the world. An easy trek that originates from Pokhara (Nepal) lasts for about 11 days. Mark your calendar from September to November or December to February, and get hiking through these beauteous landscapes. 

3. Bara Bhangal Trek (15748 ft)P

Alternatively known as the ‘Shepherds Tail Trek’, this 12-day hike finds its origin in Manikaran (Kullu Valley). It’s a challenging trek that will take you through some of the most exhilarating topographies ever. The best time to go backpacking across Himachal is from June to October, which means you can start now!

4. Chopta Chandrashila (3925 ft)

A 4-day Trek, this one originates from Chopta (Uttarakhand), otherwise known as the ‘Switzerland of India’. The trail promises captivating scenes all throughout the months of September to November, and January to March.

5. Deotibba Hampta Pass (6725 ft)

The Deotibba Hampta Pass in Himachal Pradesh is open round the year except during Monsoons. This one is worth all the exercise if you love the wilderness that beautifully packs in Oak and Walnut Forests, Luxuriant Valleys and Towering Peaks. 

6. Goecha-la Trek (16,000 ft)

Open through April to June ! This Trek starts off from Sikkim and takes you on an 11-day adventure that is the Khanchendzonga Peak. Mesmerizing in every sense of the word, you’ll have to experience it to believe it.

Aqua Liana - Triple Green Certified Water Mansion

Aqua Liana is an oceanfront estate in Florida designed by Frank McKinney. The Unique, Water-Themed Home has some interesting features such as - An Aquarium Wet Bar, Water Walls, Water Floors, Waterfalls and Lagoons.

 

Below we will tour this extravagant property and highlight the incredible features and learn how it became the First Luxury Home to obtain 3-Green certification through the U.S. Green Building Council (LEED Silver), the Florida Green Building Coalition and Energy Star for Homes.

Aqua Liana (Tahitian and Fijian for “Water Flower”) is set upon 1.6 acres with 150 feet of Oceanfront in Manalapan Beach, Florida. There is also an Intracoastal Waterway on the other end of the property with a Private Dock that can accommodate Yachts up to 120 ft.

 

The Home features 7 Bedrooms, 11 Bathrooms and also has a 2-Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Guest House for a total of 15,071 square feet of living space.

The Water Mansion

Aqua Liana features a first ever glass “Water Floor” with hand-painted tiles in a Monet-inspired Lotus Garden Motif illuminated below the surface. There’s also the 2,000 gallon arched Aquarium Wet Bar with 100 Exotic Fish. 

Other water features include:

 

– 24-foot oceanfront sheeting water walls

– 10-foot kitchen and dining water wall

– Oversize garage with sub-surface windows peering into pool

– Meandering and swimable water gardens

– Lounge and lap pools

– Reflecting pools

– Waterfall 16-person spa w/ fire feature

– Private lagoon plunge pool

Triple ‘Green’ Certified

Aqua Liana is the First Ultra-Luxury Home to obtain triple “green” certification through the U.S. Green Building Council, the Florida Green Building Coalition and Energy Star for Homes. 

Features include:

 

– Solar panels, insulative characteristics, environmentally conscious lighting and ultra-high efficient appliances that cut electrical consumption by 60%. On certain days the home is energy neutral

– A system that collects runoff water from the roof and fills the water garden

– Ultra-high efficient air-conditioning and purification systems

– An automated “bio-feedback” system that allows the owner to monitor resource consumption in real time

 

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