The Main Characteristics of Ancient Greek Statues

The first freestanding statuary was designed by the Archaic Greeks, a recognized success since until then the only carvings in existence were reliefs cut into walls and columns. Kouros figures, statues of young, good-looking male or female (kore) Greeks, made up the majority of the statues. Regarded as by Greeks to represent beauty, the kouroi were

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Keeping Your Outdoor Fountain Tidy

It is essential to carefully maintain water fountains for them to perform optimally. A common problem with fountains is that they tend to collect dirt and debris, so it is vital that you keep it free from this. On top of that, algae can be a problem, as sun hitting the water enables it to form easily. Either sea salt, hydrogen peroxide, or vinegar

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Rome, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, And Garden Fountains

There are many celebrated fountains in the city center of Rome. Almost all of them were designed, architected and built by one of the finest sculptors and designers of the 17th century, Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Also a city architect, he had capabilities as a water fountain designer, and traces of his life's work are apparent throughout the avenues of

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Designing Your Family Holiday

Planning your family vacation can be challenging as you have lots of people to think about. Families change and so do their preferences and interests. The ideal vacation is waiting for you, whether you are vacationing with small children or big ones, young adults or grandma and grandpa. Family vacations are necessary for family members to spend qua

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The Vast Array of Exterior Fountains

Have you ever thought about turning your garden into a haven of tranquility? Add a feeling of tranquility to your garden with an exterior fountain and profit from all the positive benefits of a water feature. Sending a stream of water shooting into the air, spouting fountains create a striking impression. Sizable, preexisting ponds can easily be fi

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