Photo : The Underwater Sculpture
MUSAN: First Of Its Kind Underwater Forest
MUSAN, the underwater forest, has over 93 artworks in total. some of them are shaped like trees and others are figurative in nature. The artworks, particularly those trees, are intended to attract enormous marine life. This museum which is situated in a barren piece of land, is the first of its kind in the world. The trees in this museum are said to grow organically.
Tags: Mediterranean Sea, Marine, MUSAN, Trees
Courtesy: The Underwater Sculpture
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Malta To Give Cash Rewards To Foreign Visitors For Reviving Tourism
Mediterranean country Malta has announced to pay $238.10 (Rs 3400) to each tourist, if S/he chooses to stay in the country for a minimum period of three days. Aimed at reviving the tourism industry, the announcement is expected to benefit about 35,000 visitors. Reportedly, all the foreign tourists will be entitled to the uniform cash reward. Notably, the tourism industry contributes 27% to the country's economy.
Tags: Malta, Mediterranean Sea, World, Tourism
Courtesy: India.com
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EU Warns Turkey To Stop Maritime Provocation With Greece, or Face Sanctions
European Union (EU) has warned Turkey of imposing sanctions over disturbing Greece at the border. Tensions have surfaced after Turkey sent a research vessel near Greek Islands. EU President, Ursula said that EU wants a healthy relation with Turkey but for that it must stop meddling with Greece in Mediterranean waters, or face consequences. While Greece termed the 'warning' a "message of unity" , Turkey said the sanctions might halt the peace-… read-more
Tags: European Union, Turkey, Greece, Mediterranean Sea
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