Rasma Raisters
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My passions are writing and creating poetry. I write for several sites online and have four themed blogs on Wordpress. Please follow me on Twitter.
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Castles in the Caribbean
Aura Castle is located in St. Croix. It is a Moorish-style fortress that was designed by Bulgarian Contessa Nadia Farber. She was a philanthropist living in NYC who wanted a Caribbean vacation home. There is an awesome view of the sea. The contessa has passed away, and now you can purchase your own castle for $15 million.
By Rasma Raisters6 months ago in Wander
Amazing Animals Somalia
The African country of Somalia straddles both the temperate and tropical zones of the Horn of Africa. There is a long coastline stretching along the Indian Ocean and also the Gulf of Aden. Somalia has 177 species of mammals, 235 species of reptiles, and 727 species of birds.
By Rasma Raisters6 months ago in Earth
Living in the Amazon River Basin
The Amazon River Basin includes the Amazon Rainforest. It includes an amazing variety of wildlife. Bald uakaris are small New World monkeys that primarily live in the trees along the lakes. These monkeys have bald heads and flat, hairless red faces. They mostly dwell in areas with aguaje palm trees. Bald uakaris are omnivores; their primary diet is mainly based on fruits and seeds.
By Rasma Raisters6 months ago in Earth
Away from the Crowds in Alabama
Alabama is the Yellowhammer State, named after the state bird. The state is located in the southeastern part of the US. Its capital is Montgomery. Alabama has the second-largest inland waterway system in the country. The state was named after the Native American Alabama tribe. It is divided into four sections—the metropolitan centers, the mountains, the inland waterways, and the Gulf Coast.
By Rasma Raisters6 months ago in Wander
Best-Known Artworks by Donatello
Italian artist Donato di Niccolò di Betto Bardi is recognized as one of the most prolific artists from the Italian Renaissance era. Simply referred to as Donatello, the artist is regarded as one of the most talented sculptors that ever lived.
By Rasma Raisters6 months ago in Art
Amazing Castles in Australia
All Saints Estate is located in Wahgunyah, Victoria. It is a winery that is family-owned. The castle was built in 1864 by Scotsmen George Sutherland Smith and John Banks. On the grounds you can see an impressive heritage-listed castle. The building was based on one of the queen’s castles—the Castle of Mey—and sits at the heart of the vineyards.
By Rasma Raisters6 months ago in Wander
Let’s Fly Away for Winter
Birds that migrate south during the cold winter months know where they are headed. Some fly off in small flocks, and others form large formations of thousands or more. Their journeys take them on a flight for thousands of miles, and some birds cross whole continents.
By Rasma Raisters6 months ago in Earth
Amazing African Castles
Angola The Fortress of Sao Miguel is located in Luanda, Angola. It was built in 1576 by Paulo Dias de Novais. It sits on a large hilltop. The fortress was a holding point for slaves on their way to the New World and became an administrative center of the Portuguese colony. The fortress showcases a blend of Renaissance and military architecture, featuring thick walls and strategic positioning overlooking the harbor.
By Rasma Raisters6 months ago in Wander
