Saturday 25 November 2017

NIGERDIRECT: The Power of Tongues

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The Power of Tongues

The Power of Tongues:

Praying in Tongues (Mark 16:15-17) A. Speaking with tongues has nothing to with the New Birth, being a good person, or going to heaven. B. It is the God’s will for every Christian to speak with other tongues. (Mark 16:17) C. God’s Will and Promises Are Not Automatic (Galatians 3:2, 5, 13-14) 1. The bible teaches that it is not God’s will that any should perish (2 Peter 3:9); yet many die and are eternally lost. Unbelief, whether caused by ignorance, or unbelief caused by the inability to be persuaded, will hinder a Christian from receiving what God wills that he or she receives. 2. The promises of God are received by faith. Faith comes by the hearing of God’s Word. Faith involves action. If a person does not hear the Word of God concerning being filled with the Spirit or speaking with other tongues, then that person will not have the faith to be filled or to speak with other tongues. This is the reason most Christians in the body of Christ are not filled with the Spirit or do not speak with other tongues. Speaking with other tongues is a Bible truth, biblical doctrine and the will of God for every believer. Note: Jesus appeared to over 500 believers and commanded them to wait in Jerusalem until they were endowed with power from on high; however, only 120 believers showed up on the day of Pentecost. In Acts 5:29-32, the scriptures states that those who obey God receive the Spirit. The promises of God are received by faith. D. The ability to speak and pray with tongues is given when a Christian is baptized with the Holy Spirit. (Acts 2:4) 1. Scriptural references for the biblical pattern of being baptized with the Spirit and speaking with tongues: a. Acts 8:14-18 Jews b. Acts 9:17-18 Samaritans c. Acts 10:44-47 Gentiles d. Acts 19:1-7 Disciples at Ephesus Note: Remember, “The tongue comes with the shoe”!! If the tongue comes with the shoe, then it is obvious that the manufacturer or designer has a purpose for the tongue. Could it be that God has a purpose for the tongue? And if He does have a purpose for the tongue and we are not praying in tongues, then we are missing out on His purpose. E. Questions Concerning Speaking with Other Tongues: 1. Doesn’t the bible say that tongues and miracles passed away with the early church? (I Corinthians 13:8-12) Answer: No. There is no scriptural reference in the bible that states that tongues passed away with the early church. The scripture does say that tongues will cease. The scriptures states that there will come a time when tongues and prophecy shall cease. That time is when “that which is perfect is come” (see verse 10). That which is perfect is Jesus. When Jesus returns for the Church, tongues will cease. When Jesus returns for the Church, we will no longer need fragments of knowledge, wisdom and insight. All wisdom will be standing right in front of us! We will no longer need tongues, it will cease at that time; but until Jesus returns we should pray and speak with other tongues. 2. Do all speak with tongues? (I Corinthians 12:28-30) Answer: If we stay consistent with the scriptures and we answer Paul’s questions, the consistent answer is no. There are two kinds of tongues mentioned in the scriptures: a. Tongues as a sign (Mark 16:17) – Also called the prayer language of the human spirit; praying in the Spirit. Tongues as a sign operates as the believer wills (I Corinthians 14:14-15). Tongues as a sign is for every Christian. b. Tongues as a gift (I Corinthians 12:1, 8-11) – Tongues as a gift is not for every Christian. Tongues as a gift operates as the Spirit wills. Tongues as a gift is a public, supernatural utterance in a language not understood by the hearers and must be accompanied by an interpretation. This is not something that we can turn on and off, this is as the Spirit wills. This is not for every Christian. In I Corinthians 12:28-30, Paul is not talking about tongues as a sign; but rather tongues as a gift, and if we examine the scriptures we see that Paul asks “do all interpret?” in conjunction with “do all speak with tongues?”; which indicates that these are companion gifts and must accompany one another. 3. Why tongues? What is God’s purpose for tongues? Why should I pray in tongues? (1 Corinthians 14:18) Answer: Every Christian church or denomination esteems the Apostle Paul and recognizes him as a great apostle and teacher; and gives him credit for authoring nearly two thirds of the New Testament. This great apostle acknowledges that he spoke in tongues more than the whole church put together! In 1 Corinthians 12, 13 and 14, he is not attempting to get tongues out of the church, but rather to bring order. (I Corinthians 14:39-40) He is not speaking against the tongues because he stated that he spent more time praying in tongues than all of them together. If it does not matter whether or not we pray in tongues, why did the great Apostle Paul spend his time praying in tongues? There are three (3) primary reasons Christians should pray in tongues: a. Intercessions (Romans 8:26-27) – The ability to pray for others as well as oneself, about things in which we do not have adequate information. b. Self-edification (I Corinthians 14:4; Jude 20) – When we pray in the Spirit we are building up our spirits. As it relates to selfedification, those who do pray in tongues seem to be more open to the whole counsel of God. As it relates to the gifts of the Spirit, deliverance, casting out demons, divine healings; those who have been filled with the Spirit and speak with tongues seem to be more open. The baptism with the Holy Spirit is the doorway into the supernatural (Acts 19:6). Those who do not speak with tongues do not prophesy or operate in the gifts of the Spirit. c. To Worship God (1 Corinthians 14:15) – It is impossible to worship God in Spirit without singing in tongues. Note: Remember that the New Testament was written by men who spoke in tongues! e.

The Glory of His Grace


Kingdom Lifestyle: Living on Earth as Citizens of Heaven – 2

Today, we will start Part 2 of our sermon series on the Kingdom, entitled, “Kingdom Lifestyle: Living on Earth as Citizens of Heaven.” Part 2 is built on Part 1. First, we learned about the nature of the Kingdom in the parables. Now, we will learn about the guidelines of the Kingdom lifestyle in Jesus’ sermon. Jesus’ sermon on the mount describes the quality of the righteous life of citizens of the Kingdom. It describes what it should look like in the present spiritual Kingdom as well as in the coming future physical Kingdom of Christ. But it does not tell us how to attain this righteous life.[1]
        I read a story of a king who visited a school and asked the children some questions. He pointed to a stone in his ring and asked, “To what kingdom does this stone belong?” The children answered, “The mineral kingdom.”
        He pointed to a flower in his clothes and asked, “To what kingdom does this flower belong?” “The vegetable kingdom.”
        He pointed to a bird that flew outside and asked, “To what kingdom does this bird belong?” The kids replied, “The animal kingdom.”
        Then the king pointed at himself. “To what kingdom do I belong?”
        Have you received Christ as your Lord and Savior? Do you follow Christ today? Do you obey His commands? Then you belong to the kingdom of God. You will exhibit the marks of the righteous life of a citizen of the Kingdom.
        The first part of Jesus’ sermon on the Kingdom lifestyle is the beatitudes. The English word, “Beatitudes,” is from the Latin, “beatitudenes,” from the Latin adjective, “beatitudo,”—“happy, fortunate, or blissful.” Let me point seven things about the beatitudes in Matt. 5:3-12.
        First, the word, “blessed,” is translated from the Greek, makarios, “happy usually in the sense of privileged recipient of divine favor.” (Gingrich) In the context of Jesus’ sermon, the word, “blessed,” is the pronouncement of God’s favor upon you that comes from being right with God. Blessedness also means God’s rewards for those who live the righteous life of the Kingdom.[2]
        Second, each “blessing” forms a topic that is a major theme in the Bible. For example, meekness and righteousness are major biblical themes.
        Third, each saying includes a condition and result. For example, the phrase, “the poor in spirit,” is a condition; and the phrase, “theirs is the kingdom of heaven,” the result.
        Fourth, the majority of scholars see only eight blessings in Matt. 5:3-10. Matt. 5:11-12 state, not another blessing, but a commentary on the eighth.
        Fifth, Jesus reverses the status of the unfortunate by calling them blessed. For example, meekness is thought to be a sign of weakness. But to Jesus, it is a sign of the blessing of inheriting the earth.
        Sixth, the beatitudes are not entrance requirements of the Kingdom, but eschatological blessings to disciples in the Kingdom. In vv. 1-2, Jesus taught the beatitudes to the disciples who came to Him. In v. 3, Jesus said, “theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” In v. 10, Jesus said again, “theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Verses 3 and 10 form an “inclusio,” bracketing the beatitudes in vv. 2-9. Thus, the beatitudes are not for everybody, but only for followers of Christ.
        Seventh, and lastly, there is the present aspect of the beatitudes (“theirs is the kingdom”); but also, the future aspect (“they shall inherit the earth”). Thus, God gives partial rewards in the present age, but full rewards in the age to come.

[1] Allen Ross, “The Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12),” An Exposition of the Gospel of Matthew. Cited August 17, 2013. Online: https://bible.org/seriespage/beatitudes-matthew-51-12.

Tuesday 14 November 2017

Top 10 Wonders of The World

Top 10 Wonders of The World

There is the list of top 10 wonders of the world which are the masterpiece of the skill and handwork of the people of that era. Today we become astonished to see these wonders, that in so remote ages without any modern technology and machine, how so great construction were made. You can also visit the 10 Wonders of the Ancient World.

Top 10 Wonders of The World

10. Roman Baths

roman baths
The famous Roman Baths complex is a site of historical interest in Somerset. The house is a well-preserved Roman site for public bathing. It’s a reconstruction of the previously destroyed baths. It was destroyed in the 6th century, reconstruction of the baths occurred over time with the last additions being done in the late 1800s.
The Baths are a major tourist attraction of modern world. They receive more than one million visitors a year. It was featured on the 2005 TV program Seven Natural Wonders as one of the wonders of the West Country. Visitors can see the Baths and Museum but cannot enter the water.

9. Leaning Tower of Pisa


This tower was build first in Pisa, a city of Italy in August 14, 1173. It is known due to its inclinations towards right side. Till now it is stable and nothing happened to it instead of its tilt.

8. Colosseum


The Colosseum, or the Coliseum, originally the Flavian Amphitheatre is an elliptical amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy. This is one of the greatest architecture ever built in the history of Rome. The Colosseum was originally known as the Flavian Amphitheatre and is the largest amphitheater to have ever been built in the Roman Empire. It is a circular structure that occupies a site east of the Roman Forum. This Amphitheater was built to organize gladiator contests, dramas and games like hunting animals, constructing mock sea battle and the public could also view it in the open, and cheer their favorites. See also; 10 Eye-Popping Gorgeous Roman Theatres.

7. Chichen Itza


It was founded by the Maya civilization in 400 AD and it is located in the north central, north of Yucatan Peninsula now called Mexico. Chichen has a history that is 1500 years old and is located 75 miles from Merida. It is said to have been the main regional point for different ceremonies. During the earlier days & time, it was governed by priests. Chichen means “At the mouth of the well of Itza”. The word Chi stands for ‘mouth’, Chen for ‘well’ and Itza for ‘the Itza tribe’. The main belief is that people were thrown from the top as a sacrifice to make their god happy and the ones who could survive were the ones who were believed to be seers.

6. Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia
The masterpiece of construction, Hagia Sophia is a former Christian patriarchal basilica (church), later an imperial mosque, and now a museum in Istanbul, Turkey. Hagia Sophia is currently the second-most visited museum in Turkey, attracting almost 3.3 million visitors annually.
From its initial conversion until the construction of the nearby Sultan Ahmed Mosque (Blue Mosque of Istanbul) in 1616, it was the principal mosque of Istanbul. The Hagia Sophia served as inspiration for many other Ottoman mosques, such as the Blue Mosque, the Şehzade Mosque, the Süleymaniye Mosque, the Rüstem Pasha Mosque and the Kılıç Ali Paşa Mosque

5. Machu Picchu


Machu Picchu is the pre Columbian, Inca empire site that is located almost 8,000 feet above the sea level. The site is located on a mountain ridge above the valley of Urubamba in Peru. The city is also called the “lost city of Incas”. Machu Picchu was built around 1450, at the height of the Inca Empire. It was abandoned just over 100 years later, in 1572, as a belated result of the Spanish Conquest.
Machu Picchu was declared UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. In 2007, it was voted one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in a worldwide Internet poll. See also; 10 Most Iconic Places to Photograph in the World.

4. Taj Mahal of Agra

Taj Mehal of Agra
It was constructed by famous Mughal ruler Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal is regarded as the best example of Mughal architecture and is widely recognized as “the jewel of Muslim art in India”. It is one of the world’s most celebrated structures and a symbol of India’s rich history. The Taj Mahal attracts more than 3 million visitors a year. In 2007 it was declared one of the top 10 Wonders of the World. See also; 10 Interesting Facts About Taj Mahal.

3. Cristo Redentor Statue

Cristo Rendetor Statue
It is largest Art Deco statue in the world and the 5th largest statue of Jesus in the world. A symbol of Christianity across the world, the statue has also become a cultural icon of both Rio de Janeiro and Brazil, and is listed as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. It is made of reinforced concrete and soapstone, and was constructed between 1922 and 1931.

2. Petra

General view of Petra
It is an archeological city of Jorden that is famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system. Another name for Petra is the Rose City due to the color of the stone out of which it is carved. Established during 312 BCE as the capital city of the Arab Nabataeans, it is a symbol of Jordan. It lies on the slope of Jebel al-Madhbah in a basin among the mountains which form the eastern flank of Arabah (Wadi Araba), the large valley running from the Dead Sea to the Gulf of Aqaba.
Petra was named amongst the New 7 Wonders of the World in 2007. It is Jordan’s most-visited tourist attraction and one of the “Places to See Before You Die”.

1. The Great Wall of China

Top 10 Wonders of The World
Considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the world, the Great Wall of China was constructed 7th century BC. It is a series of fortification built to protect the Chinese states and empires against the raids and invasions of the various nomadic groups of the Eurasian Steppe.

“Valley of Love” – Lost Wonder of the World.

Valley of Love
Lost Wonders of the World, The “Valley of Love” was built by a mystery race that inhabited what is now a remote part of Ireland.
This ancient valley is one of the lost wonders of the earth. Valley of love is a mile wide and high. Many controversies revolves around it. It is believed that the valley remained hidden from the eyes of world for many centuries and was built by a mysterious race that now lives in a remote area of Ireland. This valley is more than 3000 years older than the pyramids of Egypt. The only intact structure in this valley referred as ‘Memorial of joy’ is awe-inspiring.  This fantastic stone structure has an equally flabbergasted interior which is fully functional to this day.
The classic seven Wonders of the Ancient World were:
  • Hanging Gardens of Babylon
  • Great Pyramid of Giza
  • Colossus of Rhodes
  • Statue of Zeus at Olympia
  • Temple of Artemis at Ephesus
  • Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
  • Lighthouse of Alexandria
The Great Pyramid of Giza is the only ancient world wonder that still exists in today modern world.

 

Amazing Natural Wonders Of The World – 40 Places To See Before You Die

Amazing Natural Wonders Of The World – 40 Places To See Before You Die

Image Source: Thinkstock
Image Source: Thinkstock
Do you have a bucket list, or perhaps a travel list of places and things you want to see before you die? I do. The thing is the list keeps on growing. And growing, and growing (and after putting this article together, that list grew just a little bit more).
In 1997, CNN released a list of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World:
  • Grand Canyon
  • The Great Barrier Reef
  • The Harbor at Rio de Janeiro
  • Mount Everest
  • Northern Lights
  • Paricutin Volcano
  • Victoria Falls
The thing is you can’t possibly round it down to seven. Seriously now, seven? I have no idea how CNN accomplished narrowing their list down. However, regardless of how they did it, it gave me an idea: to share my list (and this list) with you, because it is truly a beautiful and wondrous world we live in.

1. Ha Long Bay

Located in the Quang Ninh province of Vietnam, this bay is one incredible sight that runs along the coastline. What makes it so amazing? The thousands of limestone islands, karsts and isles that are completely covered in jungle vegetation.

2. The Great Blue Hole

This incredible underwater sinkhole measures 984 feet across and plunges 394 feet deep. It’s one of the top 10 best scuba diving spots in the world. You’ll find it off the coast of Belize.

3. Salar de Uyuni

From first glance it looks like a huge white ocean, but the truth is this flat is thought to contain over ten billion tons of salt. It’s the largest salt flat in the world and spans 4,086 square miles in southwest Bolivia. As part of the Andes, it is located 11,995 feet above sea level.

4. The Aurora Borealis/Northern Lights

People travel far and wide to Norway, Alaska and Yellowknife to view this magnificent sight! Legend has it that the Northern Lights aka Aurora Borealis occur when the spirits of those who’ve died pass over the heavens while the whistling crackling noise that tends to accompany the lights are the voices of those spirits. The scientific explanation: when highly charged electrons from the solar system meet elements such as oxygen and nitrogen from earth’s atmosphere, various colors burst forth. The color of the lights depend on the individual atoms struck and at which altitude. The dance or shift, flow and movement of the lights is caused by the constant shift of magnetic and electrical forces reacting to each other.

5. Dead Sea

The Dead Sea is the lowest point on earth in any land mass and has the highest concentration of salt in the world. It’s called “dead” because living creatures and plants are unable to survive thanks to its high salinity and yet it provides all sorts of health properties to those who swim…er float in it.

6. The Blue Grotto

There is an intense blue light that floods this famous cave in Capri, Italy. The brilliant blue color is caused by two tiny holes in the cave wall that are barely visible to those you look for it. If you place your hand underwater it will “glow” mysteriously thanks to the cave conditions and nature of the light.

7. Paria Canyon, Arizona

Paria Canyon spans across Utah and Arizona and just happens to be one of the most unique hiking locations in the southwest. In addition to the amazing natural red sandstone structures, The Wave is an exceptional formation that tourists flock to, thanks to the red streaks and wave patterns.

8. Lac Rose

Lake Retba aka Lac Rose is located in Senegal, just north of the Cap Vert peninsula. As you can tell by the photo and its name, the lake is completely pink! The shade is caused by the Dunaliella salina algae in the water which produces a red pigment that turns the waters a shade of rose. Like the Dead Sea, this lake is full of salt, so those who swim in it float easily.

9. Mount Kilimanjaro

Kilimanjaro is the highest free-standing mountain in the world at 19,341 feet above sea level. It is also the highest mountain in Africa and although dormant, this stratovolcano could very well erupt again as the last major eruption occurred between 150,000 and 200,000 years ago.

10. Eye of the Sahara

The Eye of the Sahara aka Richat Structure is located in the Sahara desert of west-central Mauritania. It’s an incredible structure consisting of volcanic rocks, lava flows and carbonatites. Scientists once thought the dome was created by an asteroid impact, but now they say it is a deeply eroded geologic dome. Regardless of the exact cause of this natural wonder, it is certainly an incredible sight to behold!

11. Harbor of Rio De Janeiro

Guanabara Bay aka Harbor of Rio De Janeiro, is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. It is the largest bay int the world and is surrounded by the famous Sugar Loaf Mountain, Tijuca hills and Corcovado Peak.

12. Devil’s Marbles

These massive granite boulders can be found scattered in clusters in Australia’s outback near Wauchope in the Northern Territory.

13. Moraine Lake

I’ve always wanted to visit Moraine Lake, a glacially-fed lake located in the Valley of the Ten Peaks just outside the Village of Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada.

14. Travertine Pools at Pamukkale

Pamukkale, Turkey is home to the infamous travertine pools. At first glance these hot springs resemble liquid marble when in fact the formation is caused by the mineral composition of the water. There are 17 hot water springs in this area all ranging from 95 °F to 212 °F. According to history, Cleopatra came to bathe here!

15. The River of Five Colors

Caño Cristales in Columbia is widely known as “The Liquid Rainbow” or The River of Five Colors” thanks to the incredible colors at the bottom of the river. This explosion of color occurs during a short period of time when the plant Macarenia clavigera turns red, joining the green and yellow sand and crystal clear blue waters.

16. Paricutín Volcano

Paricutí­n is one of the seven natural wonders in the world and is located in Michoacan, Mexico. It is the youngest volcano in America and the reason for being named a “wonder” – its birth was witnessed by a human.

17. Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system. It spans an area of over 344,000 kilometers and consists of 900 islands and over 2,900 individual reefs. The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system. It spans an area of over 344,000 kilometers and consists of 900 islands and over 2,900 individual reefs.

18. Mount Everest

Located in the Himalayas, Mount Everest is the 5th tallest mountain measured from the center of the Earth and the Earth’s highest mountain reaching 29,029 feet above sea level.

19. Moeraki Boulders

Hundreds of jumbo marbles are scattered across the Koekohe beach in New Zealand. Are they dragon eggs? Some prehistoric fossil? They are almost completely spherical and believe it or not they were formed over time with concretion and erosion.

20. Marble Caves, Chile

In the center of Lake General Carrera you will find the incredible Marble Caves with Marble Chapel and Marble Cathedral. It has been estimated that this massive block of marble weighs approximately 5 billion tons and has formed caves, tunnels and caverns thanks to 6,200 years of wave movement.

21. Grand Canyon

It is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and spans 277 miles long, 18 miles wide and has a depth of over 6,000 feet. The Grand Canyon has eroded and formed thanks to the Colorado River cutting its channels through layers of rock over the course of 17 million years.

22. Victoria Falls

Based on width (1.7 km) and height (360 feet), Victoria Falls is the largest waterfall in the world. You’ll find the falls between Zimbabwe and Zambia.

23. Stone Forest

The Yunnan Stone Forest in Shilin, Kunming China was known as the ‘First Wonder of the World’ and were discovered back during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 A.D.). Massive stones, caves span across 96,000 acres.

24. Spotted Lake

Osoyoos Lake gets its large spots in the summer months when the water evaporates leaving pools of minerals behind. The “Spotted Lake” is the most mineral-rich lake in the world and is said to have healing powers.

25. Grand Prismatic Spring

No that isn’t a Photoshopped image! The amazing and colorful Rainbow Lake is the largest hot spring in the USA and the third largest in the world. Its vivid colors are caused by the combination of the mineral-rich water, the pigmented bacteria found in the lake and its temperature.

26. Matterhorn

Measuring 14,690 feet high, The Matterhorn is one of the highest peaks in the Alps and the iconic emblem of the Swiss Alps in general.

27. Angel Falls

At 3,212 high, the Angel Falls in Venezuela is the world’s highest uninterrupted waterfall.

28. Bryce Canyon

What makes the Bryce Canyon so spectacular? The geological structures called hoodoos that reach up to 200 feet high. They are created and formed by the lake bed sedimentary rocks, stream erosion and frost weathering.

29. Crystal Cave in Bermuda

Loads of stalactites and soda straws meet the most stunning deep azure blue lake in the Crystal Caves on the island of Bermuda.

30. Nile River

The Nile River is the longest river in the world. Located in northern Africa it stretches 4,132 miles and spans 10 countries.

31. Mount McKinley

Denali is the highest mountain peak in North America reaching 20,320 feet above sea level. You’ll find Denali in the Alaska Range.

32. Redwood Forest

You’ll find the tallest and most massive tree species on earth (the coast redwood) in the Redwood National and State Parks in northern California.

33. El Tatio Geysers

Head into the Andes Mountains of northern Chile and you’ll find El Tatio, a geyser field with over 80 geysers.

34. Reed Flute Cave

It’s over 180 million years old, is located in Guilin, Guangxi, China and is filled with stalagmites, stalactites and rock formations. The Reed Flute Cave’s is a natural limestone cave with stunning multicolored lighting.

35. Bay of Fundy

It has the highest tidal range in the world and has over 115 billion tons of water flowing in and out of it each and every day. The Bay of Fundy has the highest tidal range in the world and can be found between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.

36. Niagara Falls

It doesn’t matter how many times I visit Niagara Falls, this incredible waterfall never gets old. It’s located between Niagara Falls, Ontario and Niagara Falls, New York. Over 168,000 cubic feat of water flow over the edge of the falls every minute!

37. Uluru/Ayers Rock

Australia’s most recognisable natural landmarks appears to change color during the course of the day with shades from terracotta to flaming red. It stands 1,142 feet high with most of its bulk underground (2,831 feet above sea level).

38. Cascate del Mulino, Saturnia, Maremma

Located outside the town of Saturnia in Tuscany, these hot springs remain 37°C year-round. Their picturesque beauty will leave you breathless!

39. Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Take a trip to Westland Tai Poutini National Park in New Zealand and you’ll spot the 13 km long Fox Glacier that ends among the rainforest. How incredible is that?

40. Amazon Rainforest

The Amazon is essentially 5,500,000 square kilometers of rainforest and is home to the largest collection of animal species and living plants in the entire world.

 

10 most beautiful bridges around the world today (Photos)


From pedestrian crossings to stunning road interchanges, beautiful bridges fill the gaps in modern transportation. In a display of design and engineering excellence, check out some rare sites to behold around the world.

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The Nanpu Bridge – Shangai, China
This cable-stayed bridge has a main span of 428 meters. It is the 57th longest cable-stayed bridge in the world, opened to the public in 1991 – Read more
Beautiful Bridge

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The Lucky Knot Bridge – Changsha, China
Three bridges woven into one, it has no beginning and no end. Next Architects were awarded this project after their design proposal won an international competition in 2013. It was completed 2016 Read more

Beatiful Bridge

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The Gateshead Millennium Bridge – England
This bridge opens and closes – It is a pedestrian and cyclist tilt bridge spanning the River Tyne. Opened for public use in 2001, the award-winning structure is sometimes referred to as the ‘Blinking Eye Bridge due to its shape and its tilting method. Read more



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