Why do we build giant statues? From what I can tell, it usually has to do with conveying an idea or honoring something bigger than ourselves, like a deity or a concept. The statue of liberty represents the notion of freedom and justice for all. Many are built to honor one's religious icon. Whatever the purpose they are a marvel of human cooperation and dominate any landscape they are in. These are 19 of the largest statues in the world. |
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How to Create Beauty With Less, Not More.
A gorgeous series of minimalist photography that brings beauty to the eyes and peace to the mind.
Incredibly Intricate Ice Sculptures
After the success of the Disney movie "Frozen", more and more ice and snow sculptures have been showing up all over! These are the coolest ones we could find!
3 Years Around the World Have Made This Fantastic Video
3 years and 75 countries visited have given us this remarkable and beautiful video.
These People Undoubtedly Have Talent by the Boatload
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I Miss Photographers Like This One...
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The Chinese Butterfly Dance is Pure Magic!
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Watch This Pianist Explain Musical History, Musically!
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See the Beauty of Mushrooms Captured in Stunning Photos
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The Beauty of Mary Cassatt's Impressionist Paintings...
American painter Mary Cassatt beautifully captured the inner lives of French women in the 19th century.
You Won't Believe What This Guy Does with a Potter's Wheel
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This Domino is Like One Huge Rube Goldberg Machine
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This Man's Miniature Version of Paris Will Blow You Away
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Enjoy another jewel of a performance from our favorite Dutch musician, André Rieu
When This Girl Plays the Piano, Everyone Stops to Listen!
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If You Think Celtic Music is Dead, You Should Hear This
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This Homeless Man Amazed Everyone Around Him...
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