KYOTO, Japan — Most of the events for the Summer Olympics are being held in Tokyo, but south of the busy city near historic Kyoto is another spot that tourists like Chantal Marauta had to see. “It is ...

Jerusalem is famed for stone, but a recent appearance of bamboo in the city has been turning heads too. Students at Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design built a Bamboo Pavilion that can be easily ...

They say a quick stroll in nature can do wonders for your mental health, but these breathtaking forests will have you wanting to stay for hours. Covering 31% of our planet's land, forests offer more ...

Few earthly experiences are as relaxing and humbling as standing in the middle of an ancient forest. Feeling stressed or annoyed by city life? Try immersing yourself among 2,000-year-old redwoods, ...

Mexico’s beautiful Tosepankali Hostel is a peaceful haven for travelers that pays homage to the local indigenous culture. The eco hostel was designed by Puebla-based firm Proyecto Cafeína, and it’s ...

CHIPINGE, Zimbabwe (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - Lush tracts of bamboo spread across southeastern Chipinge district, where the tall plant is increasingly regarded as green gold by villagers. They are ...

Enhancing the total amount and stability of soil organic carbon in ecosystems is of paramount importance for mitigating global climate change. Due to the protection provided by the silica shell, ...

There are many good reasons to visit Japan – colorful shrines, maiko and geisha culture, and the multi-course kaiseki ryori meals are top of the list for many. For some others, however, the most ...