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Coire an t-Sneachda is one of the most accessible of Britain's high mountain corries, the ski station car park and a superbly constructed path ensuring its popularity. The corrie itself is a grand cirque of cliffs, slashed by snow for much of the year and a popular venue for rock and ice-climbing depending on the season.
Plan de la Besurta, La Ribagorza, Huesca, Aragón, España.
Ruta cuyo itinerario discurre en el entorno de las pistas de esquí nórdico de Llanos del Hospital en el Valle de Benasque. La ruta tiene su inicio en el Plan del Hospital atravesando en su recorrido bellos parajes como el Plan de Estan y el Plan de la Besurta para llegar finalmente hasta el espectacular Plan d´Aiguallut con magnificas vistas al pico Aneto. Se trata de recorrer una parte del conocido como Camino dels Aranesos que originalmente unía el Plan del Hospital con el Valle de Arán.
El recorrido se divide en tres tramos, un primer tramo muy corto y sencillo hasta el Plan de l'Estan, un segundo tramo tambien muy sencillo hasta la Besurta y un tramo final algo más exigente aunque accesible a cualquier senderista acostumbrado a la montaña hasta el Forau d´Aiguallut.
Route whose itinerary runs around the Nordic ski slopes of Llanos del Hospital in the Benasque Valley. The route begins in the Pllan del Hospital, passing through beautiful places such as the Plan de Estan and the Plan de la Besurta to finally reach the spectacular Plan d'Aiguallut with magnificent views of the Aneto peak. It involves walking through a part of what is known as the Camino dels Aranesos, which originally linked the Hospital Plan with the Aran Valley.
The route is divided into three sections, a first very short and easy section to Plan de l'Estan, a second section that is also very simple to Besurta and a final section that is somewhat more demanding although accessible to any hiker accustomed to the mountains until the Forau d'Aiguallut.
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On Unst, Shetland’s northernmost island, a striking Viking longhouse and ship replica offer a vivid glimpse into Norse life and legacy.
Unst is believed to be the first landfall of Vikings in the North Atlantic, and today it boasts the highest density of rural Viking sites in the world—over 60 longhouse remains have been identified across the island. The Viking Unst Project, centered in Haroldswick, brings this history to life through two captivating reconstructions: a 9th-century longhouse and the Skidbladner, a replica of the famed Gokstad ship.
The longhouse, built using traditional materials and techniques, stands as a tactile interpretation of Norse domestic architecture. Its turf walls, timber frame, and central hearth evoke the communal warmth and practicality of Viking living. Visitors can explore the interior freely, gaining insight into how families cooked, slept, and gathered in these elongated, multifunctional spaces. The reconstruction draws on archaeological findings from three key Unst sites—Hamar, Underhoull, and Belmont—each revealing layers of Norse settlement from around 1025 to 1220.
Just steps away, the Skidbladner rests beside Harold’s Wick, its sleek silhouette echoing the seafaring prowess of Viking explorers. Modeled after the Gokstad ship discovered in Norway, this replica showcases the craftsmanship and navigational ingenuity that enabled Norse expansion across Europe. With its clinker-built hull and graceful curves, the ship is both a tribute to Viking engineering and a symbol of their adventurous spirit.
Together, the longhouse and ship form a compelling open-air museum, accessible year-round and free to explore. They’re not just static displays—they’re immersive storytelling tools, anchoring Unst’s identity in its Norse heritage. Whether you’re tracing the footsteps of settlers or marveling at maritime design, these reconstructions offer a tangible connection to a time when Unst was a frontier of Viking ambition.
Plan de la Besurta, La Ribagorza, Huesca, Aragón, España.
Ruta cuyo itinerario discurre en el entorno de las pistas de esquí nórdico de Llanos del Hospital en el Valle de Benasque. La ruta tiene su inicio en el Plan del Hospital atravesando en su recorrido bellos parajes como el Plan de Estan y el Plan de la Besurta para llegar finalmente hasta el espectacular Plan d´Aiguallut con magnificas vistas al pico Aneto. Se trata de recorrer una parte del conocido como Camino dels Aranesos que originalmente unía el Plan del Hospital con el Valle de Arán.
El recorrido se divide en tres tramos, un primer tramo muy corto y sencillo hasta el Plan de l'Estan, un segundo tramo tambien muy sencillo hasta la Besurta y un tramo final algo más exigente aunque accesible a cualquier senderista acostumbrado a la montaña hasta el Forau d´Aiguallut.
Route whose itinerary runs around the Nordic ski slopes of Llanos del Hospital in the Benasque Valley. The route begins in the Pllan del Hospital, passing through beautiful places such as the Plan de Estan and the Plan de la Besurta to finally reach the spectacular Plan d'Aiguallut with magnificent views of the Aneto peak. It involves walking through a part of what is known as the Camino dels Aranesos, which originally linked the Hospital Plan with the Aran Valley.
The route is divided into three sections, a first very short and easy section to Plan de l'Estan, a second section that is also very simple to Besurta and a final section that is somewhat more demanding although accessible to any hiker accustomed to the mountains until the Forau d'Aiguallut.
Dipper - Cinclus Cinclus
aka Water Ouzel
Dippers are members of the genus Cinclus in the bird family Cinclidae, named for their bobbing or dipping movements. They are unique among passerines for their ability to dive and swim underwater.
They have a characteristic bobbing motion when perched beside the water, giving them their name. While under water, they are covered by a thin, silvery film of air, due to small bubbles being trapped on the surface of the plumage.
Dippers are found in suitable freshwater habitats in the highlands of the Americas, Europe and Asia. In Africa they are only found in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco. They inhabit the banks of fast-moving upland rivers with cold, clear waters, though, outside the breeding season, they may visit lake shores and sea coasts.
The high haemoglobin concentration in their blood gives them a capacity to store oxygen greater than that of other birds, allowing them to remain underwater for thirty seconds or more, whilst their basal metabolic rate is approximately one-third slower than typical terrestrial passerines of similar mass. One small population wintering at a hot spring in Suntar-Khayata Mountains of Siberia feeds underwater when air temperatures drop below −55 °C (−67 °F).
Dippers are completely dependent on fast-flowing rivers with clear water, accessible food and secure nest-sites. They may be threatened by anything that affects these needs such as water pollution, acidification and turbidity caused by erosion. River regulation through the creation of dams and reservoirs, as well as channelization, can degrade and destroy dipper habitat.
Dippers are also sometimes hunted or otherwise persecuted by humans for various reasons. The Cyprus race of the white-throated dipper is extinct. In the Atlas Mountains dippers are claimed to have aphrodisiacal properties. In parts of Scotland and Germany, until the beginning of the 20th century, bounties were paid for killing dippers because of a misguided perception that they were detrimental to fish stocks through predation on the eggs and fry of salmonids.
Population:
UK breeding:
6,200-18,700 pairs
Wimpole the house on this 3,000-acre estate was built for Sir Thomas Chicheley in the 1640s, rebuilt and added to over the years and now belongs to the National Trust
along with a accessible farm and large estate.
The 2020 Ferrari 812 Superfast is an example of what happens when an automaker commits to crafting a vehicle that offers the best performance money can buy. With almost 800 horses under the hood, this coupe provides brutish power, facilitating a zero-to-60-mph sprint that clocks in at less than three seconds. Fuel economy is poor, and the 812 Superfast's $330,000-plus price makes it accessible only to the very privileged few. Still, if you have deep pockets and a thirst for spectacular handling, this skilled Ferrari won't disappoint.
Ferrari's 812 Superfast gets its muscle from a 6.5-liter V-12 powerplant, and this engine delivers a bracing 788 horsepower and 529 lb-ft of torque. A seven-speed automatic transmission sends power to the rear wheels. The 812 Superfast holds a place among the quickest of the quick. In our track tests, it sprinted from zero to 60 mph in a scant 2.8 seconds. That's a dazzling performance, but it trails that of the McLaren 720S. That car made the run in just 2.7 seconds. Handling is nimble, especially when you consider this Ferrari's relatively hefty curb weight. The engine note is mellifluous, and the car's brakes are potent enough to bring this beast to a quick and decisive standstill.
Thanks to Car And Driver for the above.
The Grand Haven light at the end of the south pier being besieged by waves. The catwalk was designed for just this type of weather, so that the light was accessible to the keeper, who would otherwise be swept into L. Michigan by the waves.
119 in 2019, #60 It's all about the light
52 in 2019 challenge: #2 red
Take Aim: wet and/or water
Rathaus underground station in Cologne, Germany
A pleasing contrast of midnight blue and silvery gleam
When completed, the new north–south suburban railway line in Cologne will have eight stops. While the last stretch of the line is scheduled to come into operation in 2016, Rathaus station has already proven itself fit for everyday operation. Located directly beneath the historic market, Rathaus underground station provides quick and convenient access to the centre of Cologne's historic Altstadt (old town) district, which was previously only accessible by bus.
The station, covering almost 3,000 m², lies 16 metres below ground. Its design is characterised by a fresh contrast of midnight blue and silver. A large proportion of the wall area is velvety-smooth blue, while the ceilings and certain sections of the walls are a shiny silver. The walls and ceilings are clad in hot-dip galvanised and powdercoated steel sheet modules, which are perforated in the ceiling area so that they also absorb sound.
Above the entrances, main traffic areas and footpaths throughout the station, WE-EF DOC240 recessed exterior downlights ensure excellent visibility and safety as well as aid orientation. The luminaires had to be integrated into various building situations – either installed in circular sections of the expanded metal ceilings or combined with an installation tube and mounted directly on the concrete ceilings. The DOC240 downlights in the underground station have proven to be versatile, not just in terms of the installation and mounting options, but also in relation to lighting techniques.
While the stairways and escalators are illuminated from a relatively high position, the height between floors in the main traffic areas is rather low. With different light sources in varying wattages – in this case HIT and CFL lamps, and two symmetric light distributions [M] medium and [EE] very narrow beam – the WE-EF luminaires provide exactly the right amount of light for the unique spaces.
All DOC240 downlights used in this project are fitted with vibration protection in order to extend their service life. Luminaires mounted at especially high installation positions are equipped with a device to lower the luminaire to facilitate ease of maintenance.
Architects:
Lighting Designer:Lichtdesign Ingenieurgesellschaft m.b.H., Prof. Heinrich Kramer, Cologne
Tutankhamun became pharaoh in 1332 BC at the age of eight or nine and died just nine years later. He was probably the son of the heretic pharaoh Akhenaten who had caused turmoil in the land by replacing worship of the state god Amun by the god Aten only accessible through him. Akhenaten's reign was followed by the restoration of the rival priests of Amun. The boy Tutankhamun was in the middle of the infighting.
This throne illustrates the religious conflict. The backrest shows the young pharaoh with his wife Ankhesenamun. But they are bathed by the rays of the Aten god rather than being blessed by Amun. The throne was therefore made before the restoration of Amun and the names of the pair were then Tut-ankh-aten ("Living image of Aten" and Ankh-esenpa-aten ("she lives for the Aten").
That such blasphemous imagery was buried with him in the days of Amun speaks of the unexpectedness of his early death and perhaps a wish by the Amun priests to be well rid of anything connected with the despised Aten cult.
Egyptian Museum, Cairo - - From a Kodachrome II slide.
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This is the highest accessible viewpoint on Lummi Island, which you can reach on a 2 mile (very steep!) trail from the car park through the Baker Preserve.
Lummi Island lies at the southwest corner of Whatcom County, Washington, United States, between the mainland part of the county and offshore San Juan County. The Lummi Indian Reservation is situated on a peninsula east of the island, but it does not include Lummi Island. The island has a land area of 23.97 square kilometres (9.25 square miles) and had a population of 822 as of the 2000 census. The population nearly doubles in summer when second-home owners from Canada and the U.S. arrive for the summer months.
The island is accessible by a 20-car ferry, the Whatcom Chief, run by Whatcom County Public Works. It is a 6-minute passage from Gooseberry Point on the mainland to the island.
The small village of Bamfield is on Vancouver Island's west coast and is only accessible by a 90 km (55 mile) logging road or the packet freighter M. V. Frances Barkley from Port Alberni or Ucluelet. There are two sides to Bamfield, east and west. East and west are separated by the Bamfield Inlet, or as locals call it, “main street.” There are no roads to the west side, just gravel paths used by ATVs and other small vehicles, while kayaks, canoes, and small watercraft are used to cross “Main Street” from side to side. On the west side, there is a boardwalk that runs the length of the village. Bamfield is within the Pacific Rim National Park and at the northern terminus of the West Coast Trail.
Perito Moreno is considered one of the most accessible glaciers in the world for a few reasons. Firstly, it is located in the Los Glaciares National Park, which is a popular tourist destination in Argentina. The park is easily accessible by car or bus from the nearby town of El Calafate. Secondly, the glacier is relatively close to the edge of the national park, which means that visitors can walk to the viewing platforms and get relatively close to the glacier without needing to take a long hike or climb. There are also several viewing platforms and walkways built around the glacier, which provide visitors with different perspectives of the glacier and its surroundings. Finally, the Los Glaciares National Park offers a variety of guided tours, such as boat tours, trekking tours, and ice hiking tours that allow visitors to explore the glacier in different ways. The Perito Moreno Glacier - Los Glaciares National Park, Santa Cruz Province, Patagonia, Argentina.
Oxford University. This college was closed to the public so I took the photo from the entrance arch over the gate. It was open doors weekend in Oxford. Some opened to the public on Saturday and some on Sunday. Our photowalk was on the Sunday so assume this was accessible the previous day.
My friends and I found Cajon to be a somewhat frustrating place. After getting the “easy” locations, we started to set up at the less-accessible spots. In this case, we were ready for trains on Santa Fe’s south track, and everything ran on the north track in both directions, and a few SP trains passed as well. Here an eastbound auto train climbs the grade with five GP35’s and a GP30 for power.
The Arch of Janus (Arco di Giano) is the only quadrifrons (arches in all four sides) triumphal arch preserved in Rome. It was set up at a crossroads at the northeastern limit of the Forum Boarium, close to the Velabrum, over the Cloaca Maxima drain that went from the Forum to the River Tiber.
It was built in the early 4th century CE, using spolia, i.e. material from earlier buildings, including bricks, together with pottery shards, and was covered with white marble, also from earlier buildings. The exact significance of the arch is poorly understood: it is thought to have been a boundary marker rather than a triumphal arch. An alternative view is that it was built to provide shelter for the traders at the Forum Boarium cattle market. Some researchers believe it was dedicated to Constantine I or Constantius II and was known as the Arch of the deified Constantine. It is 16 meters high and 12 meters wide.
Each pier of the arch has two rows of three niches. It seems logical that statues would have filled these 48 niches but none has been identified. The stone at the apex of the central arch on the north side is thought to depict Minerva, although others believe it may be Palladium. Its current name probably dates from the Renaissance or later, and was not used to describe it in classical antiquity. The name is derived from the structure's four-fronted, four-arched configuration. The ancient Roman god Janus (Ianus Quadrifons), was sometimes depicted with four faces and there are Janus-related structures mentioned in historic descriptions of ancient Rome.
In the Middle Ages, the Frangipane family transformed the building into a fortress, and so it survived intact until 1830. Then, the attic and top were torn down because they were erroneously believed to not belong to the original structure. However, there is a staircase within the north-west pier which would have given access to this top floor. Iron pins originally held together the marble blocks but were removed in the Middle Ages, leading to the monument's present pock-marked look. Fragments of the dedicatory inscription are still preserved inside the nearby church of San Giorgio in Velabro.
The arch has not been accessible to the public since the explosion of a bomb in front of San Giorgio in Velabro, on the night of 27 July 1993. It is the one monument of the Forum Boarium that remains unrestored. The Arch of Malborghetto, just outside Rome, also includes the remnants of a former Roman quadrifons arch. [Wikipedia]
Skellig Michael, is a twin-pinnacled crag 11.6 kilometres west of the Iveragh Peninsula in County Kerry, Ireland. The island is named after the archangel Michael, with "Skellig" derived from the Irish language word sceilig, meaning a splinter of stone. Its twin island, Little Skellig (Sceilig Bheag), is smaller and inaccessible (landing is not permitted). The two islands rose c. 374–360 million years ago during a period of mountain formation, along with the MacGillycuddy's Reeks mountain range. Later, they were separated from the mainland by rising water levels.
Skellig Michael consists of approximately 22 hectares of rock, with its highest point, known as the Spit, 218 m above sea level. The island is defined by its twin peaks and intervening valley (known as Christ's Saddle), which make its landscape steep and inhospitable. It is best known for its Gaelic monastery, founded between the 6th and 8th centuries, and its variety of inhabiting species, which include gannets, puffins, a colony of razorbills and a population of approximately fifty grey seals. The island is of special interest to archaeologists, as the monastic settlement is in unusually good condition. The monastery is situated at an elevation of 170 to 180 m, Christ's Saddle at 129 m, and the flagstaff area at 37 m above sea level.
The monastery can be approached by narrow and steep flights of stone steps which ascend from three landing points. The hermitage on the south peak contains a dangerous approach and is largely closed to the public. Because of the often difficult crossing from the mainland and the exposed nature of the landing spots, the island is accessible only during summer months. UNESCO designated Skellig Michael a World Heritage Site in 1996.
Lake Garda, Italy
There are countless jetties dotted all around Lake Garda... the only problem is, you need to be an Olympic Long Jumper or Pole Vaulter to access 99% of them. Most are either the property of the adjacent lakeside hotels or private residences. Just to make sure you are aware of this most are fenced off with padlocked gates and the few overzealous ones use a little barbed-wire to keep you off them. The long jump/pole vault option comes into effect for those jetties where the lakeside section has been removed to make them totally inaccessible.
This is the first jetty I found that I could actually walk onto without any restrictions but was a good half hour walk south of Malcesine town centre. Taken half an hour after my previous posting just as the sun was beginning to touch the mountain tops on the opposite side of the lake. Just to the left of the jetty can be seen the town of Limone Sul Garda and at the very top of the lake is Riva del Garda.
It is a dilemma. We alter nature to make it accessible to everyone. But should we leave the good experiences only to those fit to conquer the natural environment?
À 20 minutes de Rouen, le Centre d’art contemporain de la Matmut - Daniel Havis propose 4 expositions par an d’artistes d’envergure nationale et internationale.
Avec la volonté de rendre accessible l’art et la culture au public le plus large, le Groupe Matmut développe depuis plusieurs années une politique d'action culturelle dynamique, notamment grâce au centre d'art. Elle accompagne et cherche à promouvoir des artistes et structures dans leur démarche de création et de diffusion. Chaque exposition de trois mois environ est accompagnée d’une édition et d’une programmation culturelle (visites commentées, ateliers pour enfants et scolaires, partenariats avec différentes structures, événements) à destination des petits et des grands.
À l’intérieur d’un château néo-Louis XIII du XIXème siècle, le Centre d’art contemporain - Daniel Havis vous invite à découvrir l’histoire et l’architecture de ce lieu. Vous pourrez ainsi apprécier à l’extérieur l’ouvrage de l’architecte Lucien Lefort, les ferronneries de Ferdinand Marrou ou la taille de pierre d’Edmond Bonet. Le château de style néo-classique arbore fièrement sur son fronton la devise « Omnia pro arte » (Tout pour l’art) inscrite par son bâtisseur Gaston Le Breton et aujourd’hui plus que jamais vivante grâce au Groupe Matmut.
Le château se situe dans un parc de 6 hectares avec des univers différents qui évoluent au rythme des saisons : jardin à la française, jardin japonais, jardin de l’Evolution, jardin du Dédale, arboretum, la roseraie, le tout peuplé de sculptures monumentales de célèbres artistes (Peter Briggs, Norman Dilworth, Quentin Garel, Vera Molnar...).
20 minutes from Rouen, the Matmut Contemporary Art Center - Daniel Havis offers 4 exhibitions per year by artists of national and international stature.
With the aim of making art and culture accessible to the widest possible audience, the Matmut Group has been developing a dynamic cultural action policy for several years, particularly through the art center. It supports and seeks to promote artists and organizations in their creative and dissemination efforts. Each exhibition of approximately three months is accompanied by an edition and a cultural program (guided tours, workshops for children and schools, partnerships with different organizations, events) for young and old.
Inside a 19th century neo-Louis XIII castle, the Contemporary Art Center - Daniel Havis invites you to discover the history and architecture of this place. Outside, you can appreciate the work of the architect Lucien Lefort, the ironwork of Ferdinand Marrou or the stone cutting of Edmond Bonet. The neoclassical style castle proudly displays on its pediment the motto "Omnia pro arte" (Everything for art) inscribed by its builder Gaston Le Breton and today more alive than ever thanks to the Matmut Group. The castle is located in a 6-hectare park with different universes that evolve with the seasons: French garden, Japanese garden, Evolution garden, Dédale garden, arboretum, rose garden, all populated with monumental sculptures by famous artists (Peter Briggs, Norman Dilworth, Quentin Garel, Vera Molnar...).
Taken years and years ago now... Me and a bunch of friends hit up this gorgeous little spot to have a few beers and a campfire. This still remains an unmarked turnoff. Most people do not know how easily accessible this spot it. As you drive away from Jasper going towards the Icefields... This sits unmarked just after Athabasca Falls.
Watched National Geographic's "Into The Grand Canyon" (on disney plus) last night and was really taken with it. It’s about two journalists that walk the entire length of the canyon- not rim to rim, or floating down the river, but actually walking along the entire length of the landforms that make up the National Park. What they see is amazing- there are deeply remote spots in the canyon that are pure wilderness and don’t look like the rest of the canyon; they look more like Zion or even Antelope Canyon. The documentary also covers the story of the Navajo National fighting back against the proposed Escalade project that would build a tramway down from the rim to the confluence of the Colorado River. The CEO of the company said that his goal was to give everyone a “deep canyon experience” and to make it accessible. While I always crave accessibility for the National Parks… and while I always want to see as much as I can… this rubbed me the wrong way. Accessibility that robs the landscape of its purity and silence isn’t accessibility, it’s hubris. Sometimes, places are meant to be hard to get to. Everyone should be able to have an experience at the Grand Canyon but not at the expense of the canyon itself. That’ll probably mean that I never get to see the amazing vistas that this documentary showed me. And you know what? That’s fine. They’re protected. I know they’re out there. And protected. And that’s more important than me getting to see it.
Here is a view down the accessible dock at the Buell Lake County Park, October 6, 2022. Disabled fisher persons have fishing stations that give them a good view of sunrise. Sometimes, the light can give the "ordinary" a crisp look, as what I thought was the case here. I thank Russ Burden's work on Outdoor Photography for giving me insight as to light and the ordinary. And, my friend Paul Sisul, for schooling us all on the composition of lines.
Re-worked, seen at Gythion Bay, Greece April 2019
Dimitrios (Greek Δημήτριος) is a Greek shipwreck famous due to its picturesque location on an easily accessible sandy beach near Gythio, Greece.
Dimitrios (previously named Klintholm), a small, 67-metre (220 ft) cargo ship of 965 gross register tons cargo capacity built in Denmark in 1950, was registered in the Prefecture of Piraeus, registration no. 2707. The ship belonged 76.75% to the Molaris Brothers (Greek: Αφοί Μόλαρη) and 23.25% to the Matsinos Brothers (Greek Αφοί Ματσινού). Dimitrios has been stranded on the beach at Valtaki (Greek Βαλτάκι) in today's Evrotas municipality in the prefecture of Laconia, Greece, since 23 December 1981.
There are many rumors about the ship's origins and how it got stranded on the beach. Most relate that the ship was used to smuggle cigarettes between Turkey and Italy. She was seized by the port authorities of Gythio and then deliberately released from the port and left to be dragged by the sea to the beach at Valtaki, about 5 kilometres (2.7 nmi; 3.1 mi) from the port of Gythio. She was then set on fire to hide the evidence of cigarette smuggling. Another, less common rumor speaks of a ghost ship of unknown origins.
However, according to a book written by the Honorary Chief of the Hellenic Coast Guard, Vice Admiral Christos Ntounis (1935–2010), Ta Navagia stis Ellinikes thalasses (translated as The shipwrecks of the Greek seas) there is more to be said about the true history of the ship.
In Ta Navagia stis Ellinikes thalasses (Volume B 1950–2000), Ntounis writes that the ship made an emergency docking at Gythio on 4 December 1980 because her captain needed access to a hospital due to a serious illness. However, after the ship's docking, financial problems arose with the crew, as did various engine problems, coupled with insurance measures imposed by various lenders. The crew was then fired and the task of safeguarding the ship was assigned to Georgios Daniil and Vasilis Parigoris.
The ship was docked at Gythio until June 1981, when she was declared unsafe due to wear on the docking ropes and starboard list due to water entering her hull. The port authorities asked for her to be moved to an anchorage outside the port for safety reasons, but the owners did not respond until November 1981. The book states that "at approximately 12:30 p.m. on the 9th of November 1981 the ship was swept about 2 [nautical?] miles [2.3 miles; 3.7 km] away due to severe weather conditions and it was temporary anchored". But the temporary anchorage did not last for long, as the ship was swept away again and finally stranded at its current location on the beach at Valtaki on 23 December 1981. The ship was then simply abandoned there and no attempts were made to recover her.
(Wikipedia)
This scene captures the vibrant essence of Mechelen, a historic city in Belgium, known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and cultural significance. The buildings along this pedestrian street showcase traditional Flemish architecture with ornate facades and intricate gables, reflecting the city's rich history. Mechelen was an important center of art and politics during the Renaissance period and retains its charm through these architectural gems, which blend Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance styles.
Economically, Mechelen thrives as a hub of trade and tourism. The bustling street in the image is lined with cafes and shops, indicating the city's reliance on local and international visitors. Historically, the city played a significant role in the cloth trade during the Middle Ages, and this legacy continues as Mechelen markets itself as a destination for unique crafts, jewelry, and artisanal goods. Today, its vibrant local economy combines traditional industries with modern business opportunities.
Culinary traditions are also highlighted in Mechelen's street life. The cafes seen in the image represent Belgium's renowned love for gastronomy. Visitors can enjoy regional specialties like Mechelen's famous 'cuckoo' chicken, paired with Belgian fries, or indulge in craft beers brewed locally. Dessert lovers often find themselves enchanted by the city's assortment of waffles, chocolates, and pastries, all of which are easily accessible in this lively district.
Overall, this street scene encapsulates the essence of Mechelen as a harmonious blend of history, culture, and modernity. The cobblestone square at the forefront evokes a sense of timelessness, while the vibrant activity and colorful shopfronts signal a city alive with energy. Mechelen’s charm lies in its ability to bridge the past and present seamlessly, offering both residents and tourists a rich and diverse experience.
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Stately standing among the prairie, the New Vision Co-Op at Miloma can be seen for miles. The UP was completely dead on this day with nothing happening west of Mankato, so I took the effort to go as far as Miloma to see the former Conrail SW1200 that works this site. I am glad the facility didn't have a delivery of grain hoppers, so the unit was accessible and photogenic.
The Winter Palace was the official residence of the Russian Emperors from 1732 to 1917. Today, the palace and its precincts form the Hermitage Museum. Situated between Palace Embankment and Palace Square, in Saint Petersburg, adjacent to the site of Peter the Great's original Winter Palace, the present and fourth Winter Palace was built and altered almost continuously between the late 1730s and 1837, when it was severely damaged by fire and immediately rebuilt. The storming of the palace in 1917, as depicted in Soviet propaganda art and Sergei Eisenstein's 1927 film October, became an iconic symbol of the Russian Revolution.
As completed, the overriding exterior form of the Winter Palace's architecture, with its decoration in the form of statuary and opulent stucco work on the pediments above façades and windows, is Baroque. The exterior has remained as finished during the reign of Empress Elizabeth. The principal façades, those facing the Palace Square and the Neva river, have always been accessible and visible to the public. Only the lateral façades are hidden behind granite walls, concealing a garden created during the reign of Nicholas II. The building was conceived as a town palace, rather than a private palace within a park, such as that of the French kings at Versailles.
The palace was constructed on a monumental scale that was intended to reflect the might and power of Imperial Russia. From the palace, the Tsar ruled over 22,400,000 square kilometers (8,600,000 sq mi) (almost 1/6 of the Earth's landmass) and over 125 million subjects by the end of the 19th century. It was designed by many architects, most notably Bartolomeo Rastrelli, in what came to be known as the Elizabethan Baroque style. The green-and-white palace has the shape of an elongated rectangle, and its principal façade is 215 metres (705 ft) long and 30 m (98 ft) high. The Winter Palace has been calculated to contain 1,886 doors, 1,945 windows, 1,500 rooms and 117 staircases. Following a serious fire, the palace's rebuilding of 1837 left the exterior unchanged, but large parts of the interior were redesigned in a variety of tastes and styles, leading the palace to be described as a "19th-century palace inspired by a model in Rococo style".
This image is included in 2 galleries:- 1) "2021 01 26 Dienstag" curated by BAKAWI and 2) "MARAVILLAS ESPEJADAS-volumen 6" by BYKTOR-f.d.
Lake Louise, also called Lake of the Little Fishes by the Stoney Nakota First Nations people, is a glacial lake within Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. The village of Lake Louise is on the Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1), which is 57 knots (106 km/h; 66 mph) west of Banff, Alberta. The emerald color of the water comes from rock flour carried into the lake by melt-water from the glaciers that overlook the lake. The lake has a surface of 0.8 km2 (0.31 sq mi) and is drained through the 3 km long Louise Creek into the Bow River. Moraine Lake and Lake Agnes are also accessible from Lake Louise.
Lake Louise was originally named "Emerald Lake". In 1884 the name was changed, naming it after the daughter of Queen Victoria, Princess Louise Caroline Alberta. (Wikipedia)
This was taken on a fine summer morning. A thin mist was still lingering above the lake surface. The Big Beehive is in the middle right. Victoria Glacier is in the middle left.
What is actually the accessibility pathway to Russell Falls, Mt Field National Park. The wooden structure at the end is pretty much where the waterfall comes into view.
The gentle path passes through an amazing, natural rain-forest grove of ancient tree ferns - Dicksonia antarctica. Dicksonia antarctica is the most abundant tree fern in South Eastern Australia.
Predominantly a rain-forest species, tree ferns grow upward from the head where the fronds sprout - the trunk is basically dead matter. The plant relies on rainfall mainly but also limited capillary action to draw moisture from the ground. It is drought and fire intolerant...
This frame on Kodak Ektar 100 with my elderly Bronica S2A and Nikkor-D 40mm f/4 lens. It's a lovely old beast which frightens the living daylights out of folk when it fires :-D Not sure of the settings but probably ~1/15 sec at f/16 or something. Don't like to go below 1/15th due to mirror slap and dodgy shutter speeds ;-)
Neg scan by Work in Process, Melbourne.
Experience the Magic of Yana Waingi in Swan Hill
Nestled along the picturesque Murray River, Swan Hill is home to a captivating event known as Yana Waingi, which translates to "Walk in Lights." This enchanting light and sound installation transforms Riverside Park into a magical wonderland, offering a unique and immersive experience for visitors of all ages.
A Spectacular Display Yana Waingi features a stunning array of light sculptures, laser effects, interactive projections, and holograms that come to life after sunset. The event is designed to engage and delight visitors, showcasing the rich history, art, and culture of the Swan Hill region2. The vibrant night-time activations create a mesmerizing atmosphere, making it a perfect destination for a family outing or a romantic evening stroll.
Immersive Art and Culture The event includes multiple artistic projections and lush soundscapes that transport visitors into a world of digital art and storytelling. The installations highlight the region's heritage and community icons, providing a deeper connection to the local culture and history2. The opening ceremony sets the tone for the journey, inviting guests to explore and be enchanted by the displays.
Plan Your Visit Yana Waingi typically runs for a limited time each year, so be sure to check the dates and plan your visit accordingly. The event is held at Riverside Park in Swan Hill, making it easily accessible for both locals and visitors from nearby areas. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the magical moments and share them with friends and family.
Berlin, Museum Island: Looking through the north colonnade next to the Old National Gallery, accessible in its full length since late summer of 2024.
Die ersten Säulengänge auf der Museumsinsel Berlin entstanden zwischen 1853 und 1860 auf Basis eines Entwurfes von Friedrich August Stüler. Sie erstreckten sich entlang der Ost- und Südseite des Neuen Museums und der Bodestraße. Für die Kolonnaden am Spreeufer und nördlich der Alten Nationalgalerie, erbaut zwischen 1876 und 1878, passten die Architekten Heinrich Strack und Georg Erbkam den ursprünglichen Stüler-Entwurf an. Sie ergänzten ihn um drei quadratische Pavillons mit Kuppeldach.Die Kolonnaden aus dem 19. Jahrhundert sind prägender Bestandteil der UNESCO-Welterbestätte Museumsinsel Berlin. Der Großteil der Säulengänge entlang der Spree, der Bodestraße und des Neuen Museums sowie der Kolonnadenhof waren bereits bis 2010 wiederhergestellt worden. Die Arbeiten für den letzten Bauabschnitt begannen 2020. Diese letzte, im August 2024 abgeschlossene Baumaßnahme umfasste die Restaurierung und Wiederherstellung der ursprünglichen Kolonnaden am Spreeufer nordöstlich der Alten Nationalgalerie. Stark geschädigte Bauteile wurden in enger Abstimmung mit dem Landesdenkmalamt demontiert, restauriert und später wieder eingefügt. Die zweigeschossigen Einbauten, die 1911 als zusätzliche Räume in die Kolonnaden eingebaut worden waren, wurden entfernt. Für die dort untergebrachte Skulpturenrestaurierungswerkstatt der Alten Nationalgalerie wurden zuvor neue hochprofessionelle Räume im Bode-Museum eingerichtet. Der 1957 errichtete Kopfbau am Nordende der Kolonnaden wurde unter Verwendung der historischen Säulen als offener Pavillon neu gestaltet: Auch hier wurden die Ausmauerungen entfernt und überdies eine Rampe eingebaut, um einen inklusiven Zugang zu schaffen.
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The first colonnades on Berlin's Museum Island were built between 1853 and 1860 based on a design by Friedrich August Stüler. They stretched along the east and south sides of the Neues Museum (New Museum) and the Bodestrasse. For the colonnades on the banks of the Spree and north of the Alte Nationalgalerie (Old National Gallery), built between 1876 and 1878, the architects Heinrich Strack and Georg Erbkam adapted the original Stüler design. They added three square pavilions with domed roofs, and the 19th-century colonnades are a defining feature of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Museum Island Berlin. The majority of the colonnades along the Spree, Bodestraße and the Neues Museum as well as the Colonnade Courtyard had already been restored by 2010. Work began on the final construction phase in 2020, which was completed in August 2024 and included the restoration and reconstruction of the original colonnades on the banks of the Spree north-east of the Alte Nationalgalerie. Heavily damaged components were dismantled, restored and later reinstalled in close consultation with the State Monuments Office. The two-storey structures that had been built into the colonnades as additional rooms in 1911 were removed. The sculpture restoration workshop of the Alte Nationalgalerie housed there had previously been given new, highly professional premises in the Bode Museum. The head building at the northern end of the colonnades, built in 1957, was redesigned as an open pavilion using the historical columns: Here, too, the brickwork was removed and a ramp was installed to create inclusive access.
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Ice Climber
Tannery Falls
Munising, Michigan
Ice climbing in Munising, Michigan, offers a thrilling winter adventure amid the frozen waterfalls of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and the surrounding area. As temperatures drop in late December, waterfalls transform into towering ice formations, attracting climbers of all skill levels. The combination of accessible frozen waterfalls and the vibrant climbing community makes Munising a premier destination for ice-climbing enthusiasts during winter.
🇫🇷 Nous profitons des plaisirs de la page , des transats & parasols en accès libre , repas sympa, prix, très accessibles ....La baignade.pour nous dans une eau à bonne température..... d'autres sont plus aventureux que nous ....
🇬🇧 We're enjoying the pleasures of the site, free access to deckchairs and sunshades, a nice meal, very reasonable prices ....La baignade.pour nous dans une eau à bonne température..... others are more adventurous than us ...
🇬🇷 Απολαμβάνουμε τις απολαύσεις της σελίδας, ελεύθερη πρόσβαση σε ξαπλώστρες και ομπρέλες, ένα ωραίο γεύμα, πολύ προσιτές τιμές ....La baignade.pour nous dans une eau à bonne température..... άλλοι είναι πιο τολμηροί από εμάς ...
🇩🇪 Wir genießen die Freuden des Ortes, Liegestühle & Sonnenschirme frei zugänglich, nette Mahlzeiten, Preise, sehr zugänglich ....La Baden.für uns in einem Wasser mit guter Temperatur ..... andere sind abenteuerlustiger als wir ...
🇪🇸 Disfrutamos de las ventajas de la página: tumbonas y sombrillas de libre acceso, menús agradables y económicos, fácil acceso al agua... ¡La pasamos genial en el balneario! Para nosotros, el agua tiene una temperatura agradable. Otros son más aventureros que nosotros.
🇮🇹 Ci stiamo godendo i piaceri della spiaggia, l'accesso gratuito a sdraio e ombrelloni, un buon pasto, prezzi molto convenienti... il bagno in un'acqua a temperatura ideale... Altri sono più avventurosi di noi...
Larnaca, 13-10-2012.
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On looker being devoured by the work of art of Andreas Paraskeva to become part of it in the third dimension.
...."In another instance, the artist (Andreas Paraskeva) brings his workshop to the exhibition space. He links this installation with the painted work that refers to the events of 1974. The coup d'etat and the invation overturn the plans of a family of four. Marked by the tragic trouth, everyday people are placed in an environment full of contradictions, both accessible and tragic."...
From the group exhibition by Andreas Paraskeva, Evros A. Evriviades, Mikella Psara and Maria Tourou at the Larnaca Municipal Art Gallery on Europe Square. They are all established artists who live and work in the town and district of Larnaca, Cyprus.
The exhibition will remain open for quite a while longer and I strongly recomment it to local friends and visitors.
Easily accessible Lundy Canyon in the Eastern Sierra has beautiful reflection ponds at the base of colorful, picturesque aspen trees. With travel uncertain, and forest service lands here in California closed to the public because of catastrophic wildfires, it’s soothing to go back and revisit previously unedited images of my favorite season.
On the North Taranaki coast on New Zealand's North Island there are 25 metre rock formations known as the Three Sisters. The area is only accessible at low tide.
Oregon Coast
Cannon Beach is a small coastal city in northwest Oregon. It’s known for its long, sandy shore. Standing tall in the ocean, Haystack Rock is a seasonal haven for tufted puffins.
On a headland to the north, trails in Ecola State Park offer sweeping views of the ocean, coves and a lighthouse. South is Arcadia Beach, with tide pools and a picnic area. Nearby Hug Point has sea caves. Boutiques and galleries dot downtown.
Haystack Rock is a 235-foot (72-meter) sea stack in Cannon Beach, Oregon. It is sometimes claimed locally to be the third-tallest such "intertidal" (meaning it can be reached by land) structure in the world, but there are no official references to support this.
A popular tourist destination, the monolithic rock is adjacent to the beach and accessible by foot at low tide. The Haystack Rock tide pools are home to many intertidal animals, including starfish, sea anemone, crabs, chitons, limpets, and sea slugs. The rock is also a nesting site for many sea birds, including terns and puffins.
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3 shots of the lovely beach at Sealers Cove. The colour of the water in the photo with the trees closest is caused by minerals leaching from the soil.
As far as I am aware this beach is only accessible by boat (we arrived in zodiacs from the expedition ship) or by walking there via trekking trails.
Only accessible through the Navajo Nation, this location requires strong 4WD skills and very strong GPS route finding skills... What you get for your efforts is an amazing view of the confluence between the Colorado ( green water ) and the Little Colorado River ( muddy water ). The butte hovering directly ove the confluence is the remote Cape Solitude...
If you really want to get far from the masdding crowds and enjoy a truly unique view of the Grand Canyon, this one is hard to beat!
Taken soon after sunrise...
The new Terrigal Boardwalk opened on 14 April 2021 and provides accessible pedestrian access around the headland between the Terrigal Beach and The Haven.