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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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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!
These Wooden Logs Got New Life As Stunning Art
These gorgeous works of art are a true testament to the skill and patience of these amateur yet talented artists. Take a look.
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.
How to Capture the Beauty of These Religious Buildings...
Exploring Iranian mosques, this photographer brings to life the ancient architectural style that is so beautiful about them.
WANTED! These Wickedly Tasty Cakes Have Gone Missing!
Cakes are so fiendishly tempting that now they are trying to allure us by pretending to be anything but cakes. Watch out for these 24 sirens!
These People Undoubtedly Have Talent by the Boatload
There's so much talent in the world that it's occasionally hard to fathom. Nevertheless, here are 20 photos that show just how talented people really are.
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Outrageously Amazing Performance by Justin Flom!
Magician Justin Flom stuns the judges and audience of The World's Best with a bloody but brilliant performance.
These Were Photographs Before Cameras Were Invented
Watch some rare, unseen watercolors of the old world before the invention of the camera.
12 Spectacular Animal Sculptures Carved Out of Plain Paper
Welcome to a fantastic animal world created solely out of paper. Here you'll find sculptures so detailed that you can almost see them leap out of the frame.
20 Hilarious Recreations of Famous Paintings
The Getty Museum challenge contiures - 20 more submissions of people recreating their favourite masterpieces at home with hilarious results.
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Il Divo's Astound All With Their Elvis Presley Tribute
Male vocal group Il Divo give Elvis the respect his songs deserve.
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If Ever Two People Were Meant to Sing Together, This is It
Andrea Bocelli's duets are among the god-sends that make our days so pleasant. And this duet with Katharine McPhee is positively heavenly.
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This Incredible Dance Blew Away Everyone!
This is the Maayas dance troupe, and their coordination and precise movement a total delight to watch.
This Makeup Artist's Optical Illusions Left Me Speechless
Though you might have seen a good optical illusion or two in your time, we bet you've never seen ones quite like Dain Yoon's. Take a look at her amazing work.
Did You Know These Famous Artworks Have HIDDEN Messages?
The 7 famous paintings and sculptures we showcase in this article have secret messages waiting to be uncovered!
Remember This Song by Whitney Houston? Sing Along Here
Sing along to Whitney Houston's well known song, One Moment in Time.
This Hungarian Artist Has Perfected the Art of Lace Work
Agnes Herczeg, a Hungarian artist, creates artwork using lace. Some of her best works can be seen here.
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Ever Hear "Mamma Mia" In Full Concerto? It's Amazing!
A joyful, high-octane celebration of music that transforms classic radio anthems into a sweeping orchestral masterpiece, guaranteed to have you singing, dancing, and smiling from the very first note.
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This Has to Be One of the Best Musical Trios Ever!
What a classical team 2Cellos and Lang Lang make! Their performance of "Live and Let Die" is outstanding!
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The Song 'Hallelujah' Was Crying Out to Be Sung by Il Divo
Here's a rare rendition that you won't forget in a hurry...
You Won’t Believe This Art Was Created With Ballpoint Pens
New York based artist Nicolas V. Sanchez creates the most realistic ballpoint pen drawings you'll ever see and they're a pleasure to admire!
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The Best Piano Moments From Every Epic Era of Music
The piano has been a staple in music from the time of Mozart to today, and this beautiful piece gives us a glimpse of every eras piano hits
MUSIC BOX: 16 Beautiful Tango Musical Pieces
You are invited to listen to the following 16 beautiful tango melodies...
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When Two Masters Play Together, the Magic Is Already There
The music created by these 2 musicians is incredibly soothing and peaceful.
The Shocking Hidden Secrets of 7 World Famous Paintings
Even paintings that have been seen for hundreds of years can reveal long lost secrets. These 7 mysteries have finally been cracked.
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The Piano Guys Rock Petra with an Indiana Jones Special
The Piano Guys have been touring the wonders of the world, and this is their beautiful Indiana Jones/Arabian Nights themed ode to Petra, the wonder of Jordan.
This Stunning Artwork Shows the Charm of Rustic Italy
These beautiful paintings by Italian painter Eugene de Blaas are as elegant as they come
We Invite You to the Tiniest Art Exhibition You’ve Seen!
We're used to seeing statues in museums and squares - but have you ever seen art the size of the space between your fingers?
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This Pianist’s Rendition of Beethoven Should Not Be Missed
Watch as one of today's most talented concert pianists performs Beethoven's beloved concerto no. 1.
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This Dance Routine Left The Crowd Speechless
This dancing duo manage costume changes that are so fast, it beggars belief. Watch this video and see if you can figure out how they do it for yourself.
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Andre Rieu Plays in Full New York Concert!
In this video we get a FULL concert of Andre Riéuplaying in New York City and celebrating its incredible history.
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This Performance Requires Incredible Skill and Strength!
2 Incredible Acrobats put on a phenomenal show!
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This Amazing Performance is a Blast from the Past!
This great tribute brings back a beautiful song from the past to send the world a wonderful message, by musicians from around the world.
Cake Making Like THIS Is A Beautiful Art!
You can have some great fun baking, but you probably haven't tried to bake a cake that doubles as a work of art before. Here are 30+ examples to inspire you!
I'd Never Heard of This Artist - Now I'll Never Forget Him
Look at these lush rural scenes and you'll feel like you're really where the artist was, communing with nature.
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If You Like Illusions - Prepare to Be Amazed!
Amazing Dutch illusionist Hans Klok will perform 10 illusions in 5 minutes!
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Watch Two Pianists Perform Mozart's Allegro con Spirito
These two pianists put on a stunning performance on stage.
Animal Embroidery With a Beautiful Twist – 10 Pics
These beautiful animal embroidery photos have a unique twist - they are embellished with little bits of jewelry.
Welcome to Skyville, a Charming and Beautiful Mini Village
Check out this remarkably detailed miniature village model created by the Bulgarian artist Ognyan Stefanov.
These Sculptures Were Made For Mothers With Love...
Take a look at 15 sculptures of mothers sharing heartwarming moments with their children, that are bound to make you stop and think about your own dear mom.
Alphonse Mucha: Extraordinary Paintings by a Unique Artist
Admire the creative genius of Alphonse Mucha from a series of his paintings, some of which are well-known and others more exclusive to this collection.
The Most Beautiful Stained-Glass Pieces You Will Ever See
Synonymous with luxury and fame, his works are scattered everywhere in the U.S.: from the White House to, quite possibly, your nightstand.
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The Grace in This Performance Is Jaw-Dropping
This beautiful combination of dancing and acrobatic performance will totally take your breath away. Be sure to watch it right now.
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This Impressive Juggling Act Will Leave You Breathless...
Watch Michael Chirrick can carry out an incredible juggling and balancing act the likes of which have never been seen before!
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The Fascinating Lives of Medieval Jesters
This video will take you on a journey through the Middle Ages and the important but highly underplayed role of the Jesters
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Some Choirs Know How to Enchant the World With Their Music
You cannot watch this without smiling...
The Detail in This Artist’s Sculptures Left Me Speechless
You can't ignore the magnificent works of Yuanxing Liang, the impressive Chinese artist who manages to convey emotions with his clay sculptures ...
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