For human life today, toilets are extremely popular to serve the daily needs of each individual. However, under the Middle Ages, the aristocrats in Europe had a unique way of dealing with “sadness” in the context of not having toilets in the house. Specifically, hundreds of years ago, the aristocracy in some European countries used a ceramic vase named Bourdaloue when needed to go to the toilet. The Bourdaloue ceramic vase is designed with an oval shape. In addition to ceramic, it is also made of porcelain. Bourdaloue vases are sold in ceramic shops. Customers of the aristocracy often bought a few for home use. Accordingly, the Bourdaloue urns are placed in several rooms, including bedrooms for aristocrats to use at times of day. Unlike men, female aristocrats in Europe often wore spread-out dresses. Therefore, the noblewoman can use a skirt to hide the Bourdaloue vase inside while going to the toilet without losing her aesthetics. After use, the servant will take the Bourdaloue bottle to waste and clean it before placing it back in place. Thanks to the Bourdaloue vase, the aristocracy in ancient Europe was able to handle “sadness” in its own way. Later, the Bourdaloue vase no longer prevailed and gradually disappeared from society when the sanitary ware was invented. Invite readers to watch the video: Russia and Ukraine sign a new agreement on gas transportation to Europe. Source: THĐT 1.

Under the feudalism, the Chinese emperor not only focused on handling the main dynasty for the nation’s peace, but also devoted a lot of enthusiasm to the preparation of the thousands of autumn resting places. This is the reason, many princes prepare the tomb for themselves right after taking the throne, especially looking for places to build the tomb. According to feng-shui experts, the emperor’s tomb must be built in a place with extremely flourishing feng-shui features with a view of the river and mountain. In particular, the tomb construction site must be located on the long artery. This is considered one of the most important factors for the emperor’s eternal resting place. Ancient people thought that the dragon is directly related to the prosperity and decline of a dynasty. The emperor is often called the dragon’s leg, so their tomb must be on the dragon’s leg (the main dragon). When the emperor sleeps forever at the tomb in the above position, it will be considered according to the will of God, showing the position and power of the emperor. In addition, the emperor’s tomb on the artery also demonstrates the preservation of power and the flourishing of the dynasty in successive kings. In particular, Huangtou mountain (later renamed “Thien Tho”) in Changping, north of Beijing is one of the famous historical sites of arowanas chosen by many emperors as the place to build the mausoleum. Thirteen emperors including Minh Thanh To, 23 queens and dozens of other concubines were buried at tombs at Hoang Tho Mountain. Invite readers to watch the video: China: The Ice Festival celebrates the Lunar New Year. Source: THĐT 1.

Located in southwestern Japan, the island that forbids women from entering is known to many as Okinoshima. For hundreds of years, only men have visited this island. In 2017, the Japanese island of Okinoshima was recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage. Therefore, the public is more curious about Okinoshima Island. According to historical accounts, on the island there is a sacred temple Munakata Taisha Okitsumiya worshiping a sea goddess. This is the place to perform peaceful prayers for seafarers and successful businessmen in the 4th and 9th centuries. Every year, visitors can only go to Okinoshima island on a single day – May 27. Number of visitors is limited to 200 people. Before going to the island, the male tourists will perform the ritual of bleaching by removing the entire outfit on the body and soaking in the sea water. Once completed, they could set foot on the island. After leaving Okinoshima Island, male tourists are not allowed to bring anything as souvenirs nor disclose any information during a trip to the holy island for men only. As for Okinoshima Island’s ban on women, many argue that this tradition is practiced in order to protect the weak against a dangerous journey across the sea. The exact reason for the ban on women on the island is still unknown. Even so, many people are still curious about the activities that take place on Okinoshima Island – which is only for men. Invite readers to watch the video: Green tourism in the Ivory Coast’s plastic island. Source: THĐT 1.

The Falkland Islands or Malvinas located in the Atlantic Ocean are one of the most famous places in the world. The economic benefits of this place mainly come from sheep husbandry, ecotourism and fishing. In particular, the island has nearly 170 times more sheep than the population, making many people curious and interested. Specifically, most of the area on the Falkland Islands is used as lawns to feed sheep. People on the island raise sheep for high quality wool and raise meat. Therefore, the number of sheep on the Falkland Islands is always higher than the population. According to a 2002 census, the population of the island was about 3,000 people. Meanwhile, the number of sheep raised in the Falkland Islands is about 500,000. This means that there are 167 times more sheep in the Falkland Islands than there are people living there. Due to the large number of sheep on the island, some people call the Falkland Islands an island of sheep. In addition to sheep, the Falkland Islands are also home to a number of other animals such as eagles, albatross, penguins … English is the official language of the Falkland Islands. A small number of people speak Spanish as a second language. An interesting thing about the phone numbers of the people of the Falkland Islands are only 5 numbers. Unlike many parts of the world, the Falkland Islands do not have a chain of stores. Invite readers to watch the video: Green tourism in the Ivory Coast’s plastic island. Source: THĐT 1.

Russian Tsar is good at treating the country, but alcoholism is remembered by people as Peter the Great (1672 – 1725). He is the son of Tsar Aleksei I. This famous Russian czar is known to be an outstanding leader when he travels many places in Western Europe and learns new things and spreads back home. At the same time, Peter the Great conducted economic and political reforms, established the Navy to help Russia become a powerful world power. With a powerful military force, Peter the Great had wars with the Ottoman Empire, Sweden … to expand the territory. In 1725, Peter the Great built Peterhof Summer Palace. This extravagant and splendid building was dubbed “Russia’s Versailles”. In addition to his outstanding leadership and rule of the country, Peter the Great is also known to be the one who prepared for his death early. According to historical records, eight years before his death, the emperor of Russia suffered from kidney or urinary problems. This disease is attributed to Peter the Great’s drinking habit of alcohol. During meals, parties or celebrations, Peter the Great always drank a lot of wine and ate a lot. This habit made his health deteriorate. At the beginning of January 1725, Peter the Great became ill and had a severe fever. However, he was healed by doctors and quickly recovered from the disease. Immediately after his health recovered, he and his subjects continued to eat, drink and party. So, on January 16, Peter the Great’s illness worsened. He has a high fever and a urinary tract infection. A few days later, he had a stroke that resulted in partial paralysis and inability to speak. This is why he cannot choose who will inherit to his throne. On the morning of January 28, Peter the Great died at the Winter Palace in St Petersburg. At that time, he was 52 years old. Invite readers to watch the video: Russia and Ukraine sign a new agreement on gas transportation to Europe. Source: THĐT 1.

The historically famous Emperor Qin Shihuang was an emperor who unified six vassal states. Accordingly, China became a powerful empire with a large territory. After unifying the country, Qin Shihuang implemented a number of measures to make China more powerful and richer. Among these, Tan Thuy Hoang has achieved great achievements in the construction of the road system for convenient transportation and development of trade. Specifically, King Qin ordered the construction of many large roads spreading throughout the territory of China and taking the capital capital Ham Duong as the center. Accordingly, many major routes radiate from Ham Duong in different directions to remote areas of the country. These roads were built under the reign of Tan Thuy Hoang and are large in size so that many vehicles can pass through at the same time. Some studies by experts show that Tan Thuy Hoang built about 6,800 km of roads in about 10 years. Thanks to these big roads, the movement of people as well as sending letters from different regions to the capital city is more convenient, shortening the time compared to before. Along with that, the road system helps to develop trade, the activities of buying and selling goods, agricultural products … take place more efficiently. As a result, the economy has made great development. After the death of Qin Shihuang, the road system was used in many centuries to significantly change the lives of the Chinese people in feudal times. Invite readers to watch the video: Horrifying a giant sandstorm in China. Source: THĐT 1.