Created in the 1950s as an alternative for surfers when waves were flat, skateboarding has steadily grown from its early days. In fact, it's become popular worldwide backed by a multi-billion dollar industry. Part of the growing popularity of "sidewalk surfing" is attributed to skate parks of all shapes and sizes. Skateparks first appeared in … Continue reading World’s Largest Skateparks
Famous Mechanical Clocks in Europe
I’ve been fascinated with mechanical clocks ever since I was stationed in Nuremberg, Germany so very long ago. Indeed, in the city center, there stands Frauenkirche, a beloved 14th century church and national landmark. However, a further attraction to this Gothic church is its mechanical clock with these curiously entertaining automatons. Each day at noon, … Continue reading Famous Mechanical Clocks in Europe
Best Glass Museums In America
Glass artwork is often overlooked when it comes to visiting museums in general. To no surprise, people visiting museums like the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art will favor paintings like Washington Crossing the Delaware. Or they might want to see sculptures like Perseus with the Head of Medusa. But if you bypass the Tiffany … Continue reading Best Glass Museums In America