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Time-lapse video: (Literal) desert storm over Tucson

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When most people think of Tucson, Arizona, the climate of the desert southwest comes to mind – very hot and very dry weather with very little rain to speak of. And of course they are right.

In fact, Tucson only receives a whopping total of 11 inches of rain per year on average. Some American cities get that much or more during a single rain event.  [Read more…]

Time-lapse video: The stunning beauty of Yosemite

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It’s no secret that Yosemite National Park is home to some of the most beautiful and intriguing scenery on the planet.

From the iconic face of Half-Dome to the numerous scenic waterfalls, there is something magical to see at every turn.

The short, but awesome time-lapse video below features the beauty of Yosemite in ways that you’ve likely never seen before. As you watch the video please keep in mind that it was created by combining thousands of still images, much the same way the old hand-drawn cartoons of yesteryear were created.  [Read more…]

Time-lapse video: The amazing natural beauty of California

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Most people think of California as an urban state with huge cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco dominating the state from top to bottom, but nothing could be further from the truth.

In actuality, about 95% of California’s land is open space, mountains, farms, forests, and numerous small towns. Yes, the state is home to several densely populated cities, but those urban areas only account for a tiny fraction of California’s total land area.  [Read more…]

Time-Lapse Video: The awesome beauty of the Dolomites

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Most people tend to think of Switzerland and Austria when someone mentions the Alps, but that awesome mountain range actually runs through several European countries, including Italy.

The Dolomites are a sub-section of the Italian Alps and they arguably make up the most distinctive and most beautiful section of the entire range.  [Read more…]