Now I know the advent was inspired by books but we just had to have a bookshelf for them to all live on and this colourway has been inspired by the most stunning set of bookshelves I’ve ever seen. This is the Stiftsbibliothek Admont in Austria and the colours were so beautiful I knew theyContinue reading “Advent Day 1…. Libraryarn”
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Advent Day 24…. Taj Mahal, India
Taj Mahal facts, 1. The construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632 and finished in 1653. This is because even after the completion of the mausoleum in 1642, work continued for ten more years. And even after the construction, small refinements continued. 2. The construction of this wonder cost an estimated 32 million rupeesContinue reading “Advent Day 24…. Taj Mahal, India”
Advent Day 23…. The Pyramid’s, Egypt
The Pyramids of Giza facts! 1. The pyramids were built to honour certain pharaohs of the fourth ruling dynasty of Egypt that was known as the old kingdom. It was the first era of Egyptian civilization that lasted from 2688 to 2181 BCE. 2. The pyramids were constructed using local limestone that was available inContinue reading “Advent Day 23…. The Pyramid’s, Egypt”
Advent Day 22…. Ever-Growing Grotto, Lebanon
Ever-growing grotto facts 1. Jeita Grotto, which is a natural wonder, is a system of two interconnected caves. It is 9 kilometres long and is the longest cave complex in the Middle East. 2. Jeita Grotto closed to the public during the Lebanese Civil War. The caves were used to store weapons and equipment. ItContinue reading “Advent Day 22…. Ever-Growing Grotto, Lebanon”
Advent Day 21…. Lake Hillier, Australia
Lake Hillier facts, 1. Lake Hillier is famous due to the pink colour. The colour will not change when you take it into a container. The pink hue on the water is permanent. 2. Dunaliella salina is the organism, which causes the pink hue on the water of the lake. 3. On 15th January 1802,Continue reading “Advent Day 21…. Lake Hillier, Australia”
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