Avant de quitter le Québec, nous avons passé l'été à Tadoussac, en vivant sur notre voilier. Dans ces eaux à 4°C, on trouve des bélugas, des phoques, des baleines, etc. En cette petite sortie d'après-midi, on a eu la chance de voir passer un rorqual à 20 pieds du bateau!!!! Jamais on a vu une baleine d'aussi proche!

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Lion fish are very beautiful fish to see while scuba diving. This one was filmed during a night dive in Raja Ampat.

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Mount Fuji (日本, Fujisan), Japan's highest peak at 3,776 meters (12,389 ft), is a dormant stratovolcano (last erupted in 1707) and a designated UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. It is considered a sacred site for Shintoists, who believe the peak is sacred to the goddess Sengen-Sama The Name "Fuji" * Fujisan (富士山): While often called "Fujiyama" in the West, the Japanese refer to it as "Fujisan". Both "san" and "yama" mean mountain. * Obscure Origins: The exact origin of the name "Fuji" is unclear, but many theories exist, including "immortal" (fushi) or "not two" (peerless/fuji). * Kanji Meaning: The current characters for Fuji (富士) can be interpreted to mean "wealth" (富) and "man of status" (士). * Historic Names: In The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter (9th-10th century), an elixir of life is burned at the peak, leading it to be called fushi(immortal).  2. Curiosities and Unique Facts * Three Volcanoes in One: Mt. Fuji is actually three separate volcanoes stacked on top of each other: Komitake at the base, Kofuji in the middle, and Fuji at the top. * Privately Owned: The land from the 8th station (roughly 3,360 meters) to the summit is private property belonging to the Fujisan Hongū Sengen Taisha shrine. * Forbidden for Women: For centuries until the Meiji Restoration in 1868, women were forbidden from climbing the mountain. * "Fuji's Peak" (Hairline): A widow's peak hairline (a point in the middle of the forehead) is referred to as "Fuji's peak" in Japanese and is considered a marker of beauty. * Active Volcano: Despite being dormant for over 300 years, geologists still classify it as an active volcano. * 10 Stages (Gome): The trail to the top is divided into 10 "stations" or gome, with the fifth station being the highest point accessible by vehicle.

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AURORA BOREALIS (PROJECT WAKA) is a 67-metre (221’09’’) luxury superyacht built by the prestigious Dutch shipyard AMELS. She is the first yacht AMELS 220 in the Limited Editions range and features the work of British designer Tim Heywood for exteriors and Winch Designs responsible for the interior design. Handed over to her owner in summer 2019, she accommodates up to 12 guests in seven large staterooms, including an expansive Owner's stateroom on a private Owner's deck. A highly-skilled crew of 16 ensure that everyone has a relaxing and carefree time on board. More info: https://www.charterworld.com/index.html?sub=yacht-charter&charter=yacht-aurora-borealis-project-waka-12554

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