Diversions

The acropolis buzzes with life in the ancient Kingdom of Gordian. Citizens of the realm gather daily to discuss current events, recent developments and topics of mutual interest. Often visitors pass by the Forum are treated to heated debates between keen minds and sharp wits. Many trek from far away lands to glimpse the future or get their fortunes told. Curious others come to solve puzzles and compete in contests. Others travel here to rest by our cool fountains, sit in the shade and read good books they purchase from the Bookstore at the Library at Alexandria. Still other come for sparing and swordsplay, to learn to tie a new knot from sailors, or to find a prized item for their collections. People come here every day to roam the realm and discover what they can. They find something different every time they visit.

FORTUNES In the southwestern alcoves of the acropolis, fortunes tellers, seers and soothsayers gather to ply their trade. Some read palms. Others study patterns in leaves. Many look to the heavenly stars for answers. Still others use colorful pieces of dried parchment called cards. A few look into the recesses of your soul for answers. All tell you omens good and bad. All is for fun and amusement. They tell you what you want to hear. Be careful in these alcoves. Don’t believe all you hear.

Beautiful sights from space--great clarity Seek answers from the smoking head of Bob For answers that make even less sense, try here The most incredible collection of lucky charms are here Look to the heavens and star gaze here Think Big, hear what Madame predicts for you For a lighter look for answers, try here Look here for some Horoscopes Look here for the mysteries of the heavens No fun? Learn to read the Tarot for yourself with this excellent on-line course When you are hungry for a cookie, come here Snack on some NASA photos here The ancient allure of numbers beckons When you want a serious deck spread Have your cards read by a Celt We are I-Ching if your scratch-ing What is your Horoscope for today? Some look to the Star Gazers for answers The lovely (sic) Fortuna has all answers Thirsty? Stop by the Astronomy Cafe Mr. Cainer looks to the zodiac for answers. The cosmos have more answers, quote them if you like If you disliked your last Horoscope, consult a psychic today for this Horoscope Follow this for more out of this world stuff When you want to get really serious about Astrology - call Rob When all else fails, try a Mis-Fortune cookie SOLVE PUZZLES The acropolis at the Kingdom of Gordian is world famous for its puzzles. People come from all around to test their skills with the puzzles they find. Perhaps you would like to try your luck with the following puzzles. Triangle Street Puzzle Gallery - Excellent Puzzles from the Sphinx Some Crostic Puzzles Some Amazing Puzzles BewilderWeb's Puzzle Rally Dilbert's Daily Mental Workout Metacrostics Killer Crostics The Weekly Tease Create Your Own Puzzles With Puzzlemaker Puzzlemania Graphic Puzzles Strawberry Macaw's Logic Puzzle Page Bazaar BrainGames that make you THINK Jeans Jigzaw Collection CONTESTS The Kingdom of Gordian keeps visitors and citizens informed about upcoming contests and tests of wit sponsored in neighboring lands. Puzzle lovers enjoy competitive quests for prizes and coins of the realm. To feed the competitive spirit, the acropolis is currently sponsoring a contest to find the best original puzzles that feature stories about Greek mythology, Alexander The Great, knots, swords, kingdoms and other relevant themes of interest to visitors of the realm. Our city planners are busy working on a new fountain for the acropolis that will feature these original puzzles. Gordian Solutions will award the first, second and third place puzzle designers with honors and prizes. To be eligible, a puzzle must be original, consistent with the theme, and the submitter must own the copyright to the puzzle. To submit your puzzle for consideration, fill out the original puzzle entry form. While the city planners are hard at work, you may want to try your hand in some other puzzle contests. The following contests may interest you. Paradox of Pandora's Rombox Encrypted Quote and Contest SWORDSPLAY A sacred symbol in the Kingdom of Gordian , the sword symbolizes victory over knotty business problems . Throughout the acropolis sword collectors and swordsman will find interesting alcoves to visit. Classical Fencing and Historical Swordsmanship Swordsman's Academy of Self-Defense ARTWORK The acropolis is filled with wonderful art and sculpture. People travel vast distances to stroll through the sculture gardens and look at the fine work. Here you will find exquisite items inspired by the people, places and legends in The Kingdom of Gordian. Artist's Rendition of Alexander Cutting the Gordian Knot A Collector's Gordian Knot Sculpture Love Knot forming a Union An Animated Mathematical Model of the Gordian Knot Sculpture dedicated to the Oracle at Delphi Prometheus' Hearth Electronic Art Inspired by the Gordian Knot More Electronic Art by the Same Artist Gordian Knot Electronic Art from Japan KNOTS The Gordian Knot is a sacred symbol in the Kingdom of Gordian. The relic stands for knotty business problems that warriors of the realm slice through for Allies. To celebrate our constant victories over tech-monsters roaming the Black Sea of Technology, the acropolis sponsors a fine collection of knots and knot masters that welcome all who have an interest in knots. How Hard is it to Untie a Knot? Roper's Links to Knots on the Web More Links to Knots on the Web   ADD NEW DIVERSION If you have a new puzzle and would like it to be considered in our quest for the best puzzles in the realm, then submit it below. You will be notified via email when your submission has been received. When you read and agree to the eligibility requirements and copyright release forms, we enter your puzzle into our contest. Enter today for valuable relics and spoils of war. Demonstrate your guile. Win computer games, shirts (nice long sleeve, short sleeve and T-Shirts), hats, puzzles, books and more. First Name Last Name Email Type of diversion ArtAstrologyBrain TeasersContestsCrosswordsCrosticsFortune CookiesFortune TellingGordian KnotHoroscopesKnotsMagicMazesPuzzlesQuotesSculptureStar Gazing What makes it good for this site? Does it include special graphics? Yes No Is it dynamic or java based? Yes No Did you dream it up? Yes No Do you own the copyright? Yes No Summarize the puzzle