Winter and snow go together like stars and the night sky. When winter arrives, it brings snow, transforming everything into a magical white playground. However, not all of us have the chance to experience this enchantment due to regional limitations. But it’s still good that we are enjoying the cosy cold days.

But for all those in love with snow and want to know all about it, here is a portal for you to enter the world of the white fluff — www.snowcrystal.com— a magical gateway to discover the wonders of snow, from its unique crystal formations to the science behind its beauty.

As you open the site, you will feel like you have entered the amazing land of snow. The homepage itself is simple and has a white background, giving you the feel of the whiteness of snow. Although it may feel dull to many of you, the simplicity of the website lies in the information that is on point, showing the wonderful delicate snowflakes that fall from the sky during snow.

The first thing you’ll notice are the breathtaking pictures of snowflakes which look like tiny pieces of art! Initially, I thought the pictures were just edited, but later I discovered that the beauty was entirely real. The smallest, curvy, twisty, geometrical shapes and formations were all authentically captured by the owner of the site — a highly knowledgeable scientist named Kenneth G. Libbrecht, who studies snowflakes.

But it’s not just about pretty pictures, www.snowcrystals.com also teaches you how snowflakes are formed. You’ll learn that each snowflake is unique and has its special design. The science behind it is explained in a way that’s easy to understand, even if you’re not a snow expert.

One of the coolest parts of the website is the ‘Snowflake of the Week,’ yes, just like your favourite song or movie, there’s a snowflake featured each week. You’ll be in awe as you get to see the different patterns and shapes of these little frozen wonders.

The website is educational as well as beautiful and captures the wonders of the science behind snowflakes. I bet you’ll end up loving the tiny works of art created by nature when it snows. So, what are you waiting for? Visit: www.snowcrystals.com

Published in Dawn, Young World, December 16th, 2023

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