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Evzones (the elite Greek presidential guards) perform the changing of the guard ceremony outside the parliament building, in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, in Athens.
Die Wachablösung ist eine der ältesten und bekanntesten Zeremonien, die die Besucher mit dem Buckingham Palace verbinden. Erleben Sie eine der buntesten Veranstaltungen in ganz London, welche auf Henry den VII. zurück geht, also bereits eine über 700jährige Tradition aufzuweisen hat. Das "Changing of the Guard" ist keine rein zeremonielle Veranstaltung. Traditionell wird die Königsfamilie von bestens ausgebildeten Soldaten bewacht, welche bereits auf militärische Kampferfahrung zurückgreifen können. Die Queen's Guard sind in der Regel Infanteriesoldaten, die in ihrer Paradeuniform aus roten Jacketts und Bärenfellmützen den Palast bewachen.
Die Wachablösung ist eine der ältesten und bekanntesten Zeremonien, die die Besucher mit dem Buckingham Palace verbinden. Erleben Sie eine der buntesten Veranstaltungen in ganz London, welche auf Henry den VII. zurück geht, also bereits eine über 700jährige Tradition aufzuweisen hat. Das "Changing of the Guard" ist keine rein zeremonielle Veranstaltung. Traditionell wird die Königsfamilie von bestens ausgebildeten Soldaten bewacht, welche bereits auf militärische Kampferfahrung zurückgreifen können. Die Queen's Guard sind in der Regel Infanteriesoldaten, die in ihrer Paradeuniform aus roten Jacketts und Bärenfellmützen den Palast bewachen.
This is one of several exterior doors to a Museum on the harbor of Victoria BC. Each door has it's own guard.....cost effective I would say.
El Palacio de Amalienborg es la residencia de la familia real danesa en Copenhague y está compuesta por cuatro edificios de estilo rococó
Nolan, Texas
All throughout West Texas oil pumps are being replaced by wind turbines. In another sign of the times the old equipment is left behind to rust and fall apart while the new turbines hum along shining in the sun.
IN ENGLISH BELOW THE LINE
Tot i les moltes vegades que he estat a Londres, sobretot entre 2007 i 2014, aquesta és només la 2a vegada que veig el famós i megaturistic "canvi de la guardia". Més que rès perquè anavem amb la canalla i teniem dies de sobra.
Qui ens havia de dir que només tres setmanes després moriria Elizabeth II, per a quí estaven canviant guardia aquests soldats (tot i que no estava pas a Buckingham, i de fet ja no hi tornaria mai més, ja que va morir a Balmoral).
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Despite the many times I've been to London, mostly between 2007 and 2014, this is only the 2nd time I've seen the famous and mega-touristy 'changing of the guard'. More than anything because we were going with our children, this time, and we had days to spare.
Who was to tell us that only three weeks after this day, Elizabeth II would die, for whom these soldiers were changing the guard (although she was not at Buckingham this day, and in fact she would never return to the palace, as she died at Balmoral).
Yonggo (용고), also known as the Dragon Drum, is a ceremonial and military instrument historically referred to as Haenggo (procession drum). Traditionally, it set the rhythm for royal processions and military marches of the Joseon Dynasty, its deep, resonant sound serving as the backbone of Daechwita (대취타), the court music performed on such occasions.
The example located at Gyeongbokgung Palace (경복궁), with Heungnyemun Gate (興禮門) visible in the background, is monumental in scale and richly decorated with a dragon motif, a symbol of royal authority. Unlike the portable drums once carried in actual processions, this large, stand-mounted version serves as a striking centerpiece for modern ceremonial reenactments, such as the Changing of the Guard.
Three more shots to go from Budapest. I'm leaving the best bridge shot until last :)
This was taken at the Presidential Palace in Buda at the castle. It was the symmetry rather than the pagentry that caught my eye.
Evzones taking part in the changing of the guard ceremony at the Monument to the Unknown Soldier outside the Hellenic Parliament. Syntagma Square, Athens.
Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gyeongbokgung:
Gyeongbokgung (景福宮; lit. Blessing Scenery Palace), also known as Gyeongbokgung Palace, was the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty. Built in 1395, it is located in northern Seoul, South Korea. The largest of the Five Grand Palaces built by the Joseon dynasty, Gyeongbokgung served as the home of the royal family and the seat of government.
Gyeongbokgung continued to serve as the main palace of the Joseon dynasty until the premises were destroyed by fire during the Imjin War (1592–1598) and abandoned for two centuries. However, in the 19th century, all of the palace's 7,700 rooms were restored under the leadership of Prince Regent Heungseon during the reign of King Gojong. Some 500 buildings were restored on a site of over 40 hectares. The architectural principles of ancient Korea were incorporated into the tradition and appearance of the Joseon royal court.
In the early 20th century, much of the palace was systematically destroyed by Imperial Japan during its occupation of Korea. On January 21, 1963, it was designated as a cultural property. Since the 1990s, the walled palace complex is gradually being restored to its original form. It also houses the National Palace Museum and the National Folk Museum within the premises of the complex.
Evzones taking part in the changing of the guard ceremony at the Monument to the Unknown Soldier outside the Hellenic Parliament. Syntagma Square, Athens.
The Evzones are the members of the Presidential Guard, which is a ceremonial unit that guards the Greek Tomb of the Unknown Soldier located on Syntagma Square in front of the palace housing the Greek Parliament. An Evzone is also known, colloquially, as a Tsoliás. Evzones are known for their distinctive uniform. Its most visible item is the fustanella, a kilt-like garment.
Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deoksugung:
Deoksugung (德壽宮) also known as Gyeongun-gung, Deoksugung Palace, or Deoksu Palace, is a walled compound of palaces in Seoul that was inhabited by members of Korea's royal family during the Joseon monarchy until the annexation of Korea by Japan in 1910. It is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the kings of the Joseon dynasty and designated as a Historic Site. The buildings are of varying styles, including some of natural cryptomeria wood, painted wood, and stucco. Some buildings were built of stone to replicate western palatial structures.
In addition to the traditional palace buildings, there are also forested gardens, a statue of King Sejong the Great and the National Museum of Art, which holds special exhibitions. The palace is located near City Hall Station.
Deoksugung, like the other "Five Grand Palaces" in Seoul, was heavily damaged during the colonial period of Korea. Currently, only one third of the structures that were standing before the occupation remain.
Deoksugung Palace is special among Korean palaces. It has a modern and a western style garden and fountain. The Changing of the Royal Guard, in front of Daehanmun (Gate), is a very popular event for many visitors. The royal guard was responsible for opening and closing the palace gate during the Joseon dynasty. Outside of the palace is a picturesque road with a stone wall.
The Deoksugung Stonewall walkway is at the heart of a popular urban myth in Seoul, as it is said that all couples who walk down this road are fated to break-up.
Excerpt from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deoksugung:
Deoksugung (德壽宮) also known as Gyeongun-gung, Deoksugung Palace, or Deoksu Palace, is a walled compound of palaces in Seoul that was inhabited by members of Korea's royal family during the Joseon monarchy until the annexation of Korea by Japan in 1910. It is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the kings of the Joseon dynasty and designated as a Historic Site. The buildings are of varying styles, including some of natural cryptomeria wood, painted wood, and stucco. Some buildings were built of stone to replicate western palatial structures.
In addition to the traditional palace buildings, there are also forested gardens, a statue of King Sejong the Great and the National Museum of Art, which holds special exhibitions. The palace is located near City Hall Station.
Deoksugung, like the other "Five Grand Palaces" in Seoul, was heavily damaged during the colonial period of Korea. Currently, only one third of the structures that were standing before the occupation remain.
Deoksugung Palace is special among Korean palaces. It has a modern and a western style garden and fountain. The Changing of the Royal Guard, in front of Daehanmun (Gate), is a very popular event for many visitors. The royal guard was responsible for opening and closing the palace gate during the Joseon dynasty. Outside of the palace is a picturesque road with a stone wall.
The Deoksugung Stonewall walkway is at the heart of a popular urban myth in Seoul, as it is said that all couples who walk down this road are fated to break-up.
Soldiers in scarlet uniforms and bearskin hats perform precise drills to military music during the Changing of the Guard on Parliament Hill.
Des soldats en uniforme écarlate et chapeau en peau d’ours exécutent des exercices précis au son d’un orchestre militaire lors de la relève de la garde sur la Colline du Parlement.
Hey, look! It's Mr. Doolittle from My Fair Lady.
Actually, no one I spoke to outside of Buckingham Palace (including police officers) knew who these people were. Other than they dress up in their Sunday finest, harness a couple of nags to their sulky, and clop on by the Queen's house -- during the "changing of the guard."
I've included a few more shots to give you some insight into this ritualistic and historical event that takes place regularly at Buckingham Palace in London, England.
Would I do this again? Watch the "changing of the guard?" Wait, and wait, and wait in crowds of people to watch a bunch of guys do something that I believe has lost its lustre over the years, and certainly -- it's intended meaning? NOPE! Especially in February without a warm jacket.
Enough said.
~~Sheree~~
Evzone soldier taking part in the changing of the guard ceremony at the Monument to the Unknown Soldier outside the Hellenic Parliament. Syntagma Square, Athens.
Explore #471, 23/07/23.
London, England - January 13, 2025: The Coldstream Guards on parade at Buckingham Palace. The Coldstream Guards is the oldest continuously serving regiment in the British Army and is part of the Household Division protecting the monarchy. It was formed in 1650 and in 1670 it was named 'The Coldstream Regiment of Foot Guards' after the location in Scotland from which it marched to help restore the monarchy in 1660. Its name was again changed to the 'Coldstream Guards' in 1855 and this is still its present title.