How bring in nature?

A quality time outdoors is spent in your home is the best time. A good time with your friends on the terrace, or a hot marshmallows in the cold nights is even better. But sometimes you want your interior a nice and reassuring, so there are simple tricks on how to go about it. One of the best things you can do is, if you could bring the outdoors inside. Make your room warm and open as the nature, but still enough closed for privacy. , Check the great infographic created down through ShutterCo and transform your home into a great place to relax

If you want to check some other great ideas about how to decorate your home and outdoors, do not hesitate to visit the categories of Homedecor and outdoor areas. We also want us your ideas and images in the comments to share, or give us some great feedback. Stay well and make your home a place where you want to speed up your free time with your family and friends.

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Discover the beauty of nature by visiting Haleakala National Park

Hawaii is more than a tourist destination, these islands represent spiritual experience. Maui is a volcanic island in the Pacific Ocean and it is also the second largest of the Hawaiian Islands. And you know what, on the island of Maui Haleakala consumed. Haleakala is a United States National Park, which covers an area of ​​33,265 acres. Return to the story, the legend says that the demigod Maui imprisoned the sun in order to extend the length of the day. Also, there is one of the largest volcanoes in the world, which is for a long time inactive since 1790 Haleakala National Park isdivided intotwo parts that summit area and the coastal Kipahulu area.

If you decide to visit Haleakala National Park do not forget sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses as, or rain protection, need rain gear and jacket belong to bring. A trip like this offers presentation of the same new things and discovery of unusual places. See the beauty of nature by visiting the National Parks.

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The number of 1,450,000 visitors per year is a sufficient proof that the National Park is a place you must definitely see. 30,000 acres of public land, are three separate visitor centers and a number of natural environments a worth visiting. A walk around the park is enough to be impressed. If you want to see the sunrise views, go to the Haleakala Visitor Center, because this is the best place to complete the satisfaction of view. Be sure that your experience will be unforgettable.

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Bamboo forests are also a part of the landscape, so that the reason why the most endangered species living in Haleakala National Park than others in the United States of America. If you like walking, the hours will be filled under the bamboo trees with unique set of sights and sounds. It is important to note that people with medical conditions should be aware that the summit of Haleakala is at 10,000 ft. Also, there are no food or drink, so be prepared, and be careful. Haleakala National Park is always open, it works 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

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Giant's Causeway - masterpiece of nature or Creation by the terrible giant?

Always have when we think that we have seen and read about extraordinary masterpieces of nature, we find out more about the new wonder that just leaves us once again speechless. At this beautiful planet, there are miracles and all of them are part of the list of the places that every tourist should see. These places can easily admire all and they are worth a visit. In addition, we provide you with the Giant's Causeway.

The Giant's Causeway is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Northern Ireland. It is a place created by nature and is appealing for many people. In his description of the UNESCO says that it is the only example of a rapid cooling of lava, coming through the limestone plateau, forming vertically shaped pillars cemented.

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The Giant's Causeway is an area of ​​about 40,000 interlocking basalt hills of covering Coast. You are with in County Antrim on the northeast coast of Northern Ireland and looks like hexagonal pillars that rise alternately as stairs. Giant's Causeway is a geological wonder and belongs to the Educational, Scientific and Cultural United Nations World Heritage Site since 1986. This unusual natural formations have been made in the Paleogene, or about 60 millions of years ago, when the territory of Northern Ireland was under the influence strong volcanic activity.

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At this time, the molten basalt will come in with the limestone was large surfaces Contact Lava Pools creating. The lava cooled rapidly and burned these pools and created columns with different heights. Today, the highest point is 12 meters high. In addition to this geological masterpiece numerous stories and legends were depicted. According to legend, built by the Irish giant Fionn Mac Cumhaill these pillars to make it easier to jump in Scotland and defeat his enemy Benandonner.

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Connect with nature in Redwood National Park

The Redwood National Park is one of the most beautiful and most visited parks in Northern California, USA. Redwood National Park along with California's Del Norte Coast, Jedediah Smith, and Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park with an area of ​​133,000 acres (540 km2). Also in this park is one of the most photographed national parks in USA.

Below you can see some spectacular images from Redwood National Park, which is going to blow your mind and make you want to see, gonna visit there, day in your life.

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This park tourist is best for incredibly large and unusual trees on Earth, which can be seen only in the Redwood National Park known. The park consists of other indigenous flora, fauna, grassland prairie, cultural resources, portions of rivers and other streams and 37 miles (60 km) of pristine coastline.

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Do you want the moment to forget about everyday problems, to escape the noise and the hard way of life, to relax in a peaceful and quiet place, the beauty that Mother Nature has created for us ... then recommend we, the Redwood National and State Parks go and enjoy all the things mentioned above.

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Bring a Tiny nature into your home with bonsai

The word "Bonsai" is a Japanese term "planted in containers" literally. Creating Bonsai Trees is an art, which is derived from an ancient Chinese horticultural practice that was redeveloped under the influence of Japanese Zen Buddhism.

A bonsai starts created with a specimen of source material. It can cutting, sowing or small tree of a suitable include for bonsai development types. A bonsai tree, almost any woody stemmed tree are created. , Some species are more popular than others for creating miniature trees make only because of the small leaves or needles, only to have them for the compact optical frames suitable

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Sometimes bonsai practice with the shadows. Dwarfing refers to research, discovery or creation of plants that are permanent, genetic miniatures of existing species. Bonsai is completely different and includes techniques with pruning, root reduction, potting, defoliation, and grafting to the miniature versions of small trees, the shape and style of mature, full size mimic tree.

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The history of bonsai comes from the 6th century. The Japanese art of bonsai was originally derived from the Chinese practice of penjing.

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Depending on the size of a bonsai tree, there are common names that are linked. Here is a list of Japanese names and sizes

Great bonsai :.
Imperal Bonsai - 60-80 inches (152- 203 cm)
Hachi-UYE - 40-60 inches (102-152 cm)
Dai / Omono - 30-48 inches (76 to 122 cm)

Medium Bonsai:
Chiu / Chumono - 16-36 inches (41- 91 cm)
Katade-Mochi - 10 to 18 inches (25 to 46 cm)

miniature bonsai:
Komono - 6-10 inches (15-25 cm)
Mame - 5-8 inches (13-20 cm)
shohin - 6.2 inches (15.5 cm)
Shito - 2-4 inches (10.5 cm)
Keshitsubo - 1-3 incehs (3-8 cm)

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If you are a spiritual relief and peaceful enjoyment of nature, visit the Monastery Ostrog

It is said that faith in people died in the past. Each of us needs to escape from the dynamic world. Close your eyes, take a deep breath and get rid of internal concerns. It is true that concerns are an unavoidable part of life, but is reduced in size, if you try to find spiritual peace. If you're wondering how to do it, my advice is to visit the monastery.

St. Vasilij helps everyone. Occupy many legends, stories and experiences that. Amazingly faithful showed faith and hope, so that's why decided to attend the temple and worship the saints. The celebration of the birth of Christ takes place in the convent, as in every Orthodox Church. Due to the high number of participants, clergy decided these days to spend in conversation with the faithful. This is the only way to keep our hope and to live in harmony and understanding.

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Ostrog Monastery is a spiritual sanctuary visit Orthodox, Catholics and Muslims. There people are not divided according to religion, for faith and hope brings everyone together. Orthodox Monastery of Ostrog is one of the most visited in the Balkans. When you mention Ostrog, immediately think of the place where miracles happen. Located on high rock solid part, about 50 kilometers from the capital of Montenegro, Podgorica, visits to the monastery increase rapidly year after year.

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The exact date when this object was build is not known. It was founded by the Herzegovinian Metropolitan Vasilije in the 17th century and he was buried there . The lower part of Ostrog is a female monastery, to live in the several nuns and the top is male. This sanctuary is quite impressive from the outside and made cleaning with prayers behind its doors. In the monastery also the cultivation of vines, whose branches of which, where couples who have no children. Ostrog Monastery has wonderful accommodations, where you can stay. From the lower to the upper monastery can walk on the sidewalk and in this way you can enjoy the view of nature.

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Volcanic island created by nature - Santorini

Greece has amazing natural beauty, but it is known for its beaches, which can not be indifferent to most would-known worldwide. It has a pristine, rich, proud and a different culture. Greece is also a popular tourist destination, a place of chosen by many tourists from around the world. 227 inhabited islands are surrounded by crystal clear water, untouched nature and beaches with global quality. Pleasure, relaxation and crazy parties are guaranteed.

The volcanic sands and stunning scenery make the Greek island of Santorini most appreciated resting place. Santorini is one of the most expensive tourist destinations not only in Greece, but also beyond. Its spectacular beauty, along with the vibrant nightlife, the island makes it one of the major tourist attractions in Europe.

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If you want to visit to Greece, we encourage you to visit Santorini. It is the most famous and most visited tourist island in Greece. Santorini is an island of volcanic causes, the place with beautiful scenery and certain beaches of white, red, gray and black sand. It belongs to the Cyclades group of islands. Lava destroyed much of the history of this piece of land, but formed on the other side a number of fascinating craters and rocks. Despite the fantastic beaches, the island is also known for the beautiful architecture.

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Santorini is also known as Thira, is an island in the shape of the letter C and, together with the surrounding islands has an area of ​​90.6 square kilometers. This view of Santorini is the contribution to the major volcanic eruption, the place a long time ago and destroyed the Minoan civilization of Crete, the surface of the smaller islands that are around Santorini 15 square kilometers, and they are:. Aspronizi, Nea Kameni, Palea Kameni and Thirasia Fira, the capital of the island is on the top of a hill. . From a distance it looks like the mountain is covered with snow, but if you look closely, that white and pastel-colored houses are.

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