Diamond – secret of power and love

By Vanessa Ford

Long time ago (about 295B.C), diamond were considered as a symbol of wealth and power because people living in this period believed that it could bring good fortune to those who carried them and be used to decorate religious icons. At that time, Kings would wear them in battle fields.

Today, the diamond represents true and eternal love. It originated from the royal engagement between Archduke Maximillian of Austria and Mary of Burgundy with diamond wedding rings in their hand. One of the most intimate and magical moments for any couple is the moment they decide to spend the rest of their life together. Nothing can mark this moment better than the ultimate symbol of “forever” - a diamond.

 

Diamond - symbol of love and power

 

Diamonds are formed through many millions of years by three-specific-dimensional-crystalline-atomic structure that makes them the hardest mineral on earth. One of the hardest diamonds is found in the area of New South Wales in New England, Australia.

The diamonds that are mined on earth’s surface may be over 1 billion to over 3 billion years old

 

In the industry, diamonds are used to polish other ones or for cutting and grinding.

Structure of dimond

 

Diamond miners spend millions of dollars in a search for a diamondiferous kimberlite pipe. Today, most of the world\'s rough diamond production comes from Africa (Botswana, South Africa, Angola, D.R. of Congo, Namibia), Russia (Siberia), Canada (North West Territories) and Australia (Western Australia). Other diamond producing countries include Brazil, CAR, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Tanzania and Venezuela.

 

Where we can find out diamonds

 

Diamonds feature different shapes namely: Round, Princess, Emerald, Asscher, Marquise, Oval, Radiant, Pear, Heart and Cushion. People can choose one diamond shape which is suitable to their hobbies, age or even fashion style.

 

Diamond\'s shapes

 

Diamonds are very expensive. One important factor of pricing a diamond is its weight or the carat (one carat is one-fifth of a gram or 200 milligrams). It is said that the higher carat, the more expensive diamond.

 

An 84.37 carat white diamond

 

Rare 5-carat pink diamond

 

2.01carat cybele diamond

 

Wedding diamond rings

 

Diamond symbolizes eternal and true love.

 

 

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Diamond Souls, Diamond Eyes, Diamond Ways

Understanding Diamonds

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About the Author:

Louis Brown lives in California, where he enjoys writing articles on a variety of subjects, especially lifestyle. By trade, he is a user interface designer.

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Nepal: Kingdom on the Roof of the World

By Vanessa Ford

Nepal, a small country located in the northern portion of the Indian subcontinent, whose capital is Kathmandu, covers an area of 147 181sq. km. Nepal is well-known as “The roof of the world”. It has eight of the world’s ten tallest mountains. On the border with China is the highest peak on the planet, Mount Everest. As situated in the tropical climate zone, the country has all year-around warm climate. In the capital Kathmadu, the climate is tropical mountainous, with daily temperatures ranging from 18 °C in January to 30 °C in May. Nepal is rich in beautiful and magnetic nature. Its natural wealth is protected in preserved areas and national parks. It is popular high mountain ranges and tropical rain forests are home to many rare species including deer, Asian rhinoceroses, and Asian elephants. Therefore, visitors can have incredible opportunities for going on eco-vacation. In addition, this small but populous country has a long and colorful history which is reflected in its colorful and vibrant culture.

 

Barun Valley has stunning contrast with high waterfalls cascading into deep gorges, colorful flowers blooming beneath white snow peaks, and craggy rocks rising from lush green forests.

 

This is a place called Ripuk within the Barun Valley.

 

Kathmandu has 2000-year old rich history. Its religious affiliations are mainly Hindu. This capital is the premier cultural and economic hub of Nepal. It is considered to have the most advanced infrastructure among urban area in Nepal. However, some of its architectures have been retained since 15th century.

 

Pokhara Beautiful, 200km far from Kathmandu to the west, is rich in natural beauty.

 

The site of the temple of Pashupatinath in Kathmandu had retained its strong connections with descendents of Pashupata ascetic lineages.

 

Outstanding features of Nepal\'s villages are that houses were built by stone and clay.

 

The Narayanhiti Palace was the throne and resident of the former Shah kings of Nepal.

 

Singha Durbar was built by the Rana dynasty as the private residence of the hereditary Prime Minister of Nepal.

 

Rani Pokhari or "Queen\'s Pond" is situated at the heart of Kathmandu City lies it\'s largest ornamental pond. "Queen\'s Pond" was made in 1670 to help Pratapa Malla\'s wife to overcome the loss of a beloved son.

 

Gosainkunda Lake is located at the height of 4,380 meters from sea level.

 

Cultivating on the hillsides of the Himalayas

 

Bungamati is a pleasant traditional Newari village dating from 16th century.

 

Hindu temples in Patan, capital of one of the three medieval Newar kingdoms

 

The arid and barren Himalayan landscape.

 

 

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My favourite is traveling. I love to write about beautiful destinations and tourism events.

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Tips to whiten teeth naturally

By Vanessa Ford

A bright smile makes a beautiful face. A perfect smile cannot be complete with stained teeth. In other words, white teeth are an essential factor of beauty. Therefore, hundreds of tooth whitening methods have been introduced to assist girls to have more attractive smiles such as gels, chewing gums, rinses and toothpastes, etc. Natural dental bleaching using natural materials like lemon juice, strawberries and vinegar is also advised by dentists to remove teeth stains.

 

1. Lemon Juice

Lemon juice is a well known effective treatment to hair. It is also used to whiten teeth. Mix a teaspoon of lemon juice with a little salt or baking soda. Then apply the mixture on your teeth. You can also eat lemons but remember that too much lemon juice on teeth can cause teeth to become more sensitive.

 

2. Orange peel

Orange peel is a natural drug for tooth whitening. You can rub the inside cover of orange peel directly on the teeth. You also so grate the peel before rubbing it on the teeth.

 

3. Apple cinder vinegar

Apple cinder vinegar is an effective food to remove stains. You can rinse with the vinegar. However this way can make the teeth become more sensitive. So you should apple vinegar mixed with baking soda. Then rub this mixture on your teeth.

 

4. Strawberries

Strawberries are very useful in polishing teeth. It can also make stained teeth brighter. Rub strawberries directly on the teeth. Or you can mix it with a little banking soda and then rub the mixture on the feet five minutes before brushing teeth.

 

5. Raw vegetables or crunchy fruits

Eating raw vegetables and crunchy fruits can brighten your teeth. Once you eat these foods, your teeth are rubbed and brushed naturally. Cooked vegetables do not have the same effect since they are too soft.

 

Notes: While you use foods that whiten teeth, avoid those that can harm tooth enamel like red wine, coca, tea… In general, you should only eat these foods if you can brush teeth immediately afterwards. You should also avoid smoking because it is one leading cause of tooth stains.

 

 

Related links:

Using Strawberries To Whiten Teeth

Naturally Whiten Teeth

Home Remedies to Whiten Teeth

About the Author:

I have been working as a doctor of a general hospital since February 1998. In addition, I am a full time writer and specialize in weight loss related issues. I also write for a number of different websites on the Internet.

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World’s Famous Art Heists Ever

By Elizabeth Woods

Daring thieves always target to swindle artistic masterpieces of the world that makes global headlines. Here are the most high-profile art thief cases.

The biggest art thief in history was the steal of famous “Mona Lisa”. In 1911, an Italian immigrant and Louvre employee named Vincenzo Perugia wandered around the museum. He simply put the famous painting “Mona Lisa” under his coat and walked out of the museum. His intention was to bring the famous Da Vinci work for his homeland. Two years later, he was arrested when trying to sell the masterpiece to an Italian museum in Perugia. He was given a one-year sentence.

The famous painting Mona Lisa

The thief that stole the painting from Manchester's Whitworth Art Gallery in April 2003 left the note saying “The intention was not to steal, only to highlight the woeful security”

Two people stole 20 paintings, including the globally-known Sunflowers from the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. The artwork was later found hours later without damage

The Leonardo Da Vinci painting Madonna with the Yarnwinder, which costs from $45 million and $50 million, was found empty at the Duke of Buccleuch's home in Scotland in 2003

The masterpieces named “The Scream", left, and "Madonna" were stolen on 12 September 2006 from the Munch Museum in Oslo. The thieves were arrested in 2006 but the paintings were partly damaged

In 2010, a single thief got into the National Museum of Modern Art in Paris and brought the paintings by Picasso, Matisse and other great artists. The lost pieces were about 500 million euros in value

The self portrait of Rembrandt and the Renoir paintings "Jeune Parisienne" and "Conversation" was stolen from the Swedish National Museum in 2010 by three James Bond-style art heists

The Mona Lisa - Oil Painting

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About the Author: Mary Rose is currently a lecturer on society. In her free time, Mary is fond of joining social activities. Her goal is to provide up-to-date news and articles on society and culture.
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