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Castle Doorwerth is located on the banks of the Rhine River, between Wageningen and Arnhem. The castle’s immediate surroundings are beautiful; it is located at the point where the steep wooded lateral moraine of the Veluwezoom merges into the broad floodplains of the Lower Rhine. In between the two geological areas lies the beautiful medieval castle, surrounded by abundant moats. The castle is mentioned in historical documents dating back as far as 1260, making it one of the oldest castles in Holland.
The oldest tree in Holland
Since 1280, the castle has grown to become a picturesque complex of buildings with a ward and an outer ward. During the Second World War, the castle suffered major damage, and after undergoing restorations for a period of 37 years, it is once again the beautiful water castle it used to be.
One of the oldest trees in Holland is also located on the Castle Doorwerth grounds. The trunk of the Robinia (acacia) tree has a circumference of seven meters (almost 23 feet), and was planted around the year 1600. Two similar trees were destroyed during the Battle of Arnhem.
Amanita muscaria, commonly known as the fly agaric (pronounced /ˈæɡərɪk/) or fly Amanita (pronounced /ˌæməˈnaɪtə/), is a poisonous and psychoactive basidiomycete fungus, one of many in the genus Amanita. Native throughout the temperate and boreal regions of the Northern Hemisphere, Amanita muscaria has been unintentionally introduced to many countries in the Southern Hemisphere, generally as a symbiont with pine plantations, and is now a true cosmopolitan species. It associates with various deciduous and coniferous trees. The quintessential toadstool, it is a large white-gilled, white-spotted, usually deep red mushroom, one of the most recognizable and widely encountered in popular culture. Several subspecies, with differing cap colour have been recognised to date, including the brown regalis (considered a separate species), the yellow-orange flavivolata, guessowii, and formosa, and the pinkish persicina. Genetic studies published in 2006 and 2008 show several sharply delineated clades which may represent separate species.
Although generally considered poisonous, deaths are extremely rare, and it has been consumed as a food in parts of Europe, Asia, and North America after parboiling in water. Amanita muscaria is now primarily famed for its hallucinogenic properties, with its main psychoactive constituent being the compound muscimol. It was used as an intoxicant and entheogen by the peoples of Siberia and has a religious significance in these cultures. There has been much speculation on traditional use of this mushroom as an intoxicant in places other than Siberia; however, such traditions are far less well-documented.
When the sun is in your frame it’s a good idea to use your live view on your LCD monitor to protect your eyes rather than looking through the viewfinder, especially if you are using a telephoto lens.
Lens Flare
Be sure to watch for lens flare when you are shooting directly into the sun. Lens flare is when the light hits your lens directly and reflects inside the lens causing bright streaks or polygonal shaped bright spots with rainbow colours to appear. This is not necessarily a bad thing but if you don’t like it you will need to shade your lens with a lens hood or your hand. Shading your lens is not usually possible when the sun is in your frame but you can reduce the lens flare by positioning yourself so the sun is partially behind an object
The city of Amersfoort was granted its city charter in 1259. During its medieval heyday Amersfoort was both a popular place of pilgrimage as well as an important city in the brewing industry. The oldest of Amersfoorts bars, In Den Grooten Slock, still stands today. The historic brewery, De Drie Ringen, brews excellent beers and is open to the public from friday til sunday from 1 til 7 pm.
Amersfoort boasts hundreds of monuments. The most striking, the 98 meter late-medieval Onze Lieve Vrouwentoren, is one of the tallest church towers in the Netherlands. The Koppelpoort is another monument that forms a major part of the cityscape. This well preserved land- and watergate dates from the 1400’s and once was part of the old city wall.
The Muurhuizen is a circular street of terraced houses built at the end of the medieval period on the foundations of the old city wall which still circles the centre of the city. The many canals that traverse the city, and give Amersfoort its characteristic atmosphere, were once used for transport.
The imposing Muiderslot gives you a taste of real Dutch history. It is part of the Defence Line of Amsterdam and included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Its location at the former Zuiderzee, in the water-rich environments of the river Vecht is breathtaking.
The Muiderslot was built around 1285 by Count Floris V, an ally of the French Court and later of the British King Edward. While hunting with falcons one day in 1296, Floris was captured by his nobles and imprisoned in his own castle. In their flight from the advancing hordes, he was brutally murdered in the vicinity of Muiderberg.
Over 300 years later, Pieter Corneliszoon Hooft took up residence in the Muiderslot. This ‘Dutch Shakespeare’ is the castle’s most famous resident. Hooft was named bailiff of Muiden as well as bailiff of Gooiland in 1609 and held that position for almost 40 years until his death in 1647. He is best known for his proze, poetry and impressive voluminous history of the Dutch Revolt: De Nederlandsche Historiën.
The tour through the Golden Age with the impressive Knight’s Hall, towers and dungeon, the film in the Castle Chapel and, last but not least, the Armoury with its stunning armour collection is a fantastic experience for young and old alike. For children an interactive quest is available that will take them through a large portion of the castle.
The beautiful herb and vegetable gardens still retain the atmosphere of the Dutch Renaissance. A walk along the ramparts offers fantastic views of the water-rich environments and the Pampus island fortress.
The falconry is also inextricably linked to Floris V and the Muiderslot. In the summer months you can watch the soaring falcons and other birds of prey during live demonstrations, daily except mondays.
Digitalis ( /ˌdɪdʒɪˈteɪlɪs/[2] or /ˌdɪdʒɪˈtælɪs/[3]) is a genus of about 20 species of herbaceous perennials, shrubs, and biennials that are commonly called foxgloves. This genus was traditionally placed in the figwort family Scrophulariaceae, but upon recent reviews of phylogenetic research, it has now been placed in the much enlarged family Plantaginaceae.[1] This genus is native to western and south western Europe,[4] western and central Asia, and northwestern Africa. The scientific name means "finger-like" and refers to the ease with which a flower of Digitalis purpurea can be fitted over a human fingertip. The flowers are produced on a tall spike, are tubular, and vary in colour with species, from purple to pink, white, and yellow. The best-known species is the "Common Foxglove", Digitalis purpurea. This is a biennial plant which is often grown as an ornamental plant due to its vivid flowers. These range in color from various purple tints through various shades of light gray, and to purely white. The flowers can also possess various marks and spottings.
The first year of growth of the Common Foxglove produces only the stem with its long, basal leaves. During the second year of the plant's life, a long leafy stem from 50 to 200 centimeters tall grows atop the roots of healthy plants.
The larvae of the insect the "Foxglove pug" consume the flowers of the Common Foxglove for food. Other species of Lepidoptera eat the leaves of the Common Foxglove, including Lesser Yellow Underwing.
The term digitalis is also used for drug preparations that contain cardiac glycosides, particularly one called digoxin, that are extracted from various plants of this genus.
AB800 + Softbox + Grids directly above camera angled downwards at subject.
5dm2 + 17-40L
This was taken in the Boca Raton Resort. Her name is Katie and she is an amazing dancer. Great person to work with, and be sure to check her out at any Miami Heat game!
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*explore june 1st, #17
The Virginia Destroyers beat the defending champion Las Vegas Locos 17-3 in the United Football League (UFL) championship game on Friday night (10/21/2011), played before a crowd of 14,172 at the Sportsplex in Virginia Beach.
More or less opposite Gorinchem on the other side of the river lies Woudrichem, a beautiful little fortified town. The historical town harbour has become the home of traditional, permanently inhabited ships such as tjalks, clippers and barges. At least three harbours, along with the Visserij- en Cultuurhistorisch museum (fishing and culture museum) bear witness to the age old connection with the river and salmon fishery.
The fortified town of Woudrichem was once a refuge for the countess of Zeeland, Holland and Henegouwen, Jacoba van Beieren (1401-1436). She owned a castle and a house in Woudrichem. Generally known as the Jacoba van Beierenhuis (house of Jacoba van Beieren), the building is situated at Molenstraat number 2. This is the oldest stone house in the stronghold. Those who wish to follow in her footsteps won’t have it easy. Jacoba was a pugnacious woman who fought with her uncle Jan van Beieren and others over land ownership. On 13th February 1419 she signed a peace treaty with her uncle called 'De Plechtige Zoen van Woudrichem' (solemn reconciliation of Woudrichem).
Woudrichem, or Woerkum, is easy to explore on one’s own. Visitors are surprised by the narrow lanes, vast river views and historical buildings. Prefer to get out of town on a walking route? The Stadswandeling Woudrichem (walking tour of Woudrichem) can be obtained from the VVV (tourist office) in the centre of the fort. Or if you’d like to get out with a group, the Stadgidsengilde (town guides’ guild) is at the ready to take businesses, groups of friends or families along for a walk in the footsteps of Jacoba van Beieren
The Dintelse Buntings are to the Krammer Volkerak between Brabant and Goeree-Overflakkee. This marshland nature reserve is dry after the conclusion of the Philips dam. Ebb and flow disappeared, but there is new, unique nature for returned. elfs on busy days you imagine yourself in this vast, empty landscape alone in the world. Walking through the area and discover the Dintelse Gorzen. The Dintelse Buntings and the adjacent swallowing Back have any relief. It features former high marshes, creeks, gullies and lower swallow and rough vegetation. In the distance there is a view of the Krammer Volkerak. To keep the area open, let Nature monuments here Shetland ponies and Highland cattle graze. You can bump into. They look like to cuddle, but it remain wild beasts. Love these Highlands but sufficiënt distance.
From Providence Rhode Island
Near Rhode Island School of Design
The big black arch towards the left of the photo is a tunnel which the bus takes through this large hill, and exits at the top near the Brown University campus.
I headed out to Penmon Lighthouse on Saturday which necessitated a 3 AM start as the weather forecast gave the possibility of heavy showers and hail ! This was probably the best shot of the day which was not realy what I was after but I love the colour of the water..
I remember as a child,
And even yet today,
The beauty and splendor,
Of a freshly fallen snow.
Walking through the forest,
And gazing down
Into the wintered valley below,
I was struck with awe.
A breathtaking beauty laid before my eyes.
No indiscriminately placed fluff,
But a covering fashioned by the Master,
Was enrapturing my senses.
Evergreen branches covered in white,
And dripping icicles
Reflecting the new day’s sun,
Created a world of crystalline beauty.
Down in the valley,
I saw blanketed fields and rooftops,
And chimney smoke spiraling upward.
I felt peace and serenity before me,
As the magnificence of the view
Touched my heart.
The quiet and pristine picture
Brushed by the Master’s hand,
Is more majestic and mighty
Camera Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Shooting Date/Time: 26-12-2010 11:38:27
Shooting Mode: Manual Exposure
Tv( Shutter Speed ): 1/50
Av( Aperture Value ): 22.0
Metering Mode: Evaluative Metering
ISO Speed: 100
Lens: 24.0 - 105.0mm
Focal Length, 58.0mm
Image Size: 5616x3744
Image Quality: RAW
За Боргио пивоны шинээр гарсан лаазтай хувилбарых нь зургийг авлаа.
Санал бодол шүүмжээ харамгүй хайрлаарай.
With a score of 28-6, the Virginia Destroyers was victorious over the Sacramento Mountain Lions before a crowd of 12,617 in United Football League action on Friday night at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex.
Shortly afterwards, from 1850 to 1870 the Nieuwe Merwede canal was dug to protect the
Alblasserwaard polders from flooding This divided the Biesbosch into two parts.
From 1925 to 1927, the biesbosch Polder was
developed and made suitable for agriculture. After World War II, houses and factories were built in the western part of
the Sliedrechtse Biesbosch.
A large part of the Brabantse Biesbosch was made suitable for agriculture and for the supply of drinking water.
After 1950 the Biesbosch was discovered as a recreational
area. After the flood disaster of 1953 it was decided to close most of the sea arms in the province of Zeeland (the Delta Works Project). In 1969 the Volkerak sea arm was closed off followed by the Haringvliet in 1970.
The tidal movement of 2 metres was reduced significantly by the closing of the Haringvliet Dam. Today, in large areas of The Biesbosch National Park shallow lagoons are developing.