Architecture
July 5, 2025

Dramatic Stone Staircase Nestled In Lush Valley Disguises a Glass Pavilion Beneath It

Nestled in the lush mountain valleys of the Nanchuan District, near Chongqing in southwestern China, is a stack of rocks. Evergreen trees tower above the stones, while a stream gently snakes beside them from below. It’s a peaceful scene—and a carefully curated one, too. Soon, windows begin to emerge from beneath the stack, through which the verdant landscape can be discerned.

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Archeology
July 4, 2025

Discover the Mysterious 70-Foot Underground Grotto Covered in 4.6 Million Seashells

While we know a lot about human history, there’s still so much waiting to be discovered. One of the most fascinating and mysterious finds is the Shell Grotto, uncovered in 1835 beneath a backyard in Margate, England. This 70-foot underground tunnel system, adorned with 4.6 million seashells, forms an intricate, 2,000-square-foot maze of mosaics and symbols. However, even today, the creators of the Shell Grotto remain a mystery.

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Installation
July 3, 2025

Animated Loops Spring to Life Through River-Powered Kinetic Installation

Only 14% of England’s rivers are in good health, with the rest heavily polluted by sewage and chemicals from industrial farming. The plants, animals, insects, and birds that once thrived in these vibrant ecosystems are now at serious risk. Now, London-based filmmakers Tom Wrigglesworth and Matt Robinson of Tom & Matt studio are creatively spotlighting the urgent need to protect the UK’s freshwater habitats in their new film, Flow.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.