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In 1756, one of the first opera houses created inside an existing freestanding building was opened in Lyon. It was designed by Jacques-Germain Soufflot, the architect of the Panthéon in Paris. By early in the following century it was found to be too small, and Antoine-Marie Chenavard and Jean-Marie Pollet erected the new Lyon theatre which opened on July 1, 1831. It was considered rather undistinguished, but served its purpose.
It was not until 1985 when the City decided to once again re-build the opera house, but this time it was to be within the shell of the existing 1831 building. Jean Nouvel, one of France's most distinguished architects was commissioned to create the house.
Leaving only the existing foyer and the exterior façade, Jean Nouvel tripled the space within the house by excavating below ground to create rehearsal space and, most strikingly, by doubling the height of the building by creating a steel and glass barrel vault which hid the fly tower as well as providing space for the ballet company. It has been noted that this achievement was "an architectural tour de force, in which the past has been successfully wedded to the future..."
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International Relations and Cooperation Deputy Minister Reginah Mhaule launches the Travel Smart Consular Services at the OR Tambo Building in Pretoria. [Photo: DIRCO]
Galerías Pacífico is a shopping mall located at the junction of Calle Florida (a major shopping-oriented pedestrian-only street) and Avenida Córdoba. The building was constructed in 1889 by architects Emilio Agrelo and Roland Le Vacher, modelled on Paris’ Le Bon Marché. In 1896, part of the building was converted into the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes (which has since been relocated). In 1908, British-owned Buenos Aires and Pacific Railway acquired part of the building for offices, resulting in the building becoming known as the “Edificio Pacífico”.
The building was remodelled in 1945 by architects José Aslan and Héctor Ezcurra. The offices were separated from the rest of the building and a large central cupola was built. In 1946 the cupola was decorated with 12 frescos by Argentine artists Lino Enea Spilimbergo, Antonio Berni, Juan Carlos Castagnino, Manuel Colmeiro and Demetrio Urruchúa.
In 1989 the building, which had been abandoned for a number of years, was declared a national historic monument. Further renovations under Juan Carlos López were done at that time and the building re-opened in 1990 as Galerías Pacífico. Four more frescos by Romulo Maccio, Josefina Robirosa, Guillermo Roux and Carlos Alonso were added to the cupola. In addition to major high-end boutique stores, the building has become the home of the contains the Jorge Luis Borges Cultural Centre and the Julio Bocca Dance Studio.
Watertown, NY. August 2021.
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The armature that got installed into the crown of the fuselage to hold the luggage bins and to form the shape of the ceiling.
Support beams at the Great Hall in Stirling Castle. Someone, somewhere else, told us the name for this type of ceiling structure, but I can't remember it.
This mansion – called “a palace” in Polish – was built in the first half of the 16th century by the Hetman, Jan Tarnowski, as an elegant Renaissance residence. Windows with characteristic divisions and stone frames and a crenellated parapet wall survive from that period. The mansion was redeveloped around the middle of the 17th century at the behest of the new owners of the mansion: the Wielopolski magnate family. The impressive hallway and stairs leading to the first floor, as well as portals and ceilings date from this period. The Palace remained the property of the Wielopolskis until the tragic fire of the city in 1850. After a makeshift rebuilding of the burnt interiors, the building housed, among other things, an elegant café and a ballroom.
In 1864, the Palace was purchased by the Municipality of Kraków as headquarters for the Municipal Offices. The ballroom on the second floor was at that time replaced by the elegant Assembly Hall designed by Filip Pokutyński. Early in the 20th century, following the major geographical expansion of the city and following the concept of Greater Kraków, it was necessary to expand the Municipal Office accordingly and give it a radical rebuilding which was completed in 1913 to the design of Jan Rzymkowski. New wings of the complex in Poselska Street were also built at that time. The rooms used for official functions were decorated in historicist style in the spirit of the Viennese Art Nouveau making use of motives taken from folk art. In 1926, the Main Assembly Hall was consumed by fire yet was meticulously restored within the space of several months, respecting the original designs, but at the same time embellishing them in Art Déco style, fashionable at the time.
This mansion – called “a palace” in Polish – was built in the first half of the 16th century by the Hetman, Jan Tarnowski, as an elegant Renaissance residence. Windows with characteristic divisions and stone frames and a crenellated parapet wall survive from that period. The mansion was redeveloped around the middle of the 17th century at the behest of the new owners of the mansion: the Wielopolski magnate family. The impressive hallway and stairs leading to the first floor, as well as portals and ceilings date from this period. The Palace remained the property of the Wielopolskis until the tragic fire of the city in 1850. After a makeshift rebuilding of the burnt interiors, the building housed, among other things, an elegant café and a ballroom.
In 1864, the Palace was purchased by the Municipality of Kraków as headquarters for the Municipal Offices. The ballroom on the second floor was at that time replaced by the elegant Assembly Hall designed by Filip Pokutyński. Early in the 20th century, following the major geographical expansion of the city and following the concept of Greater Kraków, it was necessary to expand the Municipal Office accordingly and give it a radical rebuilding which was completed in 1913 to the design of Jan Rzymkowski. New wings of the complex in Poselska Street were also built at that time. The rooms used for official functions were decorated in historicist style in the spirit of the Viennese Art Nouveau making use of motives taken from folk art. In 1926, the Main Assembly Hall was consumed by fire yet was meticulously restored within the space of several months, respecting the original designs, but at the same time embellishing them in Art Déco style, fashionable at the time.
This mansion – called “a palace” in Polish – was built in the first half of the 16th century by the Hetman, Jan Tarnowski, as an elegant Renaissance residence. Windows with characteristic divisions and stone frames and a crenellated parapet wall survive from that period. The mansion was redeveloped around the middle of the 17th century at the behest of the new owners of the mansion: the Wielopolski magnate family. The impressive hallway and stairs leading to the first floor, as well as portals and ceilings date from this period. The Palace remained the property of the Wielopolskis until the tragic fire of the city in 1850. After a makeshift rebuilding of the burnt interiors, the building housed, among other things, an elegant café and a ballroom.
In 1864, the Palace was purchased by the Municipality of Kraków as headquarters for the Municipal Offices. The ballroom on the second floor was at that time replaced by the elegant Assembly Hall designed by Filip Pokutyński. Early in the 20th century, following the major geographical expansion of the city and following the concept of Greater Kraków, it was necessary to expand the Municipal Office accordingly and give it a radical rebuilding which was completed in 1913 to the design of Jan Rzymkowski. New wings of the complex in Poselska Street were also built at that time. The rooms used for official functions were decorated in historicist style in the spirit of the Viennese Art Nouveau making use of motives taken from folk art. In 1926, the Main Assembly Hall was consumed by fire yet was meticulously restored within the space of several months, respecting the original designs, but at the same time embellishing them in Art Déco style, fashionable at the time.
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Taken with a Pentax Auto 110 + Lomography Tiger 200 110 film. (No adjustments - just dust busted). Sussex, England © DSAM7 all rights reserved
The store had a bit of decorative ceiling over some random aisles in the middle of the store, spanning from this aisle over to frozen. I assume there was once some reason for this, but it has been lost over time with the many resets this store has presumably had. It still looks kind of cool, though, and certainly fits with the decor.
February 8, 2018--New Hyde Park -- Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today kicked off the Tax Fairness for New York Campaign to move forward on his effort to combat the devastating impacts the destructive, partisan GOP federal tax law will have on New York. Joined by Nassau County Executive Laura Curran, Sen. Todd Kaminsky, and other Long Island leaders and elected officials, Governor Cuomo announced that Maryland joined the multi-state coalition to sue the federal government over the tax law. (Kevin P. Coughlin/Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo)
Sony A7 & Leica Super-Colorplan-P 90mm f2.5 stopped down to approx. f11 using an aperture mask in front of the lens
2 second delay - camera placed on Abbey floor.
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Ceiling of the Willy-Brandt-Haus in Kreuzberg, Berlin, taken moments before visiting the world press photo award exhibition.
Decke im Willy-Brandt-Haus in Kreuzberg, aufgenommen kurz vor dem Besuch der Ausstellung des World Press Photo Award.
Mandore (Hindi: मंडोर), is a town located 9 km north of Jodhpur city, in the Indian state of Rajasthan.
HISTORY
Mandore is an ancient town, and was the seat of the Mandorva branch of the Gurjar -Pratihara dynasty which ruled the region in the 6th century AD by King Nahar Rao Panwar.[citation needed] In 1395 AD, a Mohil princess of the Parihar rulers of Mandore married Chundaji, scion of the Rathore clan of Kshstriyas. This was during the era of rapid ascendency of the Rathore clan, and Chundaji received Mandore in dowry.[citation needed] The town remained the seat of the Rathore clan until 1459 AD, when Rao Jodha, a Rathore chief who united the surrounding region under his rule, shifted his capital to the newly founded city of Jodhpur.
Mandore was the capital of the erstwhile princely state of Marwar (Jodhpur State), before moving to Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur.
MONUMENTS
The historic town boasts several monuments. The now ruined Mandore fort, with its thick walls and substantial size, was built in several stages and was once a fine piece of architecture. A huge, now ruined temple is a highlight of the fort. The outer wall of the temple depicts finely carved botanical designs, birds, animals and planets.
The 'Mandore gardens', with its charming collection of temples and memorials, and its high rock terraces, is another major attraction. The gardens house the Chhatris (cenotaphs) of many rulers of Jodhpur state. Prominent among them is the chhatri of Maharaja Ajit Singh, built in 1793.
The Mandore Gardens also house a government museum, a 'Hall of Heroes' and a Hindu temple to 33 crore gods. Various artefacts and statues found in the area are housed at the museum. The 'Hall of Heroes' commemorates popular folk heroes of the region. It contains 16 figures carved out of a single rock. Next door is a larger hall called "The temple of 33 crore gods" which houses images of various Hindu deities.
FAIRS AND FESTIVALS
The Rao Festival
Hariyali Amavasya
Naag Panchami
Veerpuri Mela
BhogiShell Parikrama
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A cenotaph is an "empty tomb" or a monument erected in honour of a person or group of people whose remains are elsewhere. It can also be the initial tomb for a person who has since been reinterred elsewhere. The word derives from the Greek: κενοτάφιον = kenotaphion (kenos, one meaning being "empty", and taphos, "tomb"). Although the vast majority of cenotaphs honour individuals, many noted cenotaphs are instead dedicated to the memories of groups of individuals, such as the lost soldiers of a country or of an empire.
HISTORY
Cenotaphs were common in the ancient world with many built in Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece and across Northern Europe (in the shape of Neolithic barrows).
Sir Edwin Lutyens' cenotaph in Whitehall, London influenced the design of many other war memorials in Britain and the British sectors of the Western Front, as well as those in other Commonwealth nations.
The Church of Santa Engrácia, in Lisbon, Portugal, turned into a National Pantheon since 1966, holds six cenotaphs, namely to Luís de Camões, Pedro Álvares Cabral, Afonso de Albuquerque, Nuno Álvares Pereira, Vasco da Gama and Henry the Navigator.
The Basilica di Santa Croce in Florence, Italy, contains a number of cenotaphs including one for Dante Alighieri,who is buried in Ravenna.
CHHATRIS
In India, cenotaphs are a basic element of Hindu architecture, later used by Moghuls as seen in most of the mausoleums of Mughal Emperors which have two burial chambers, the upper one with a cenotaph, as in Humayun's Tomb, Delhi, or the Taj Mahal, Agra, while the real tomb often lies exactly below it, or further removed. The Chhatri(s) trace their origin at 2000 years ago at Fort Kangara. The term chhatri, used for these canopylike structures, comes from Hindustani word literally meaning umbrella, and are found throughout the northwestern region of Rajasthan as well as in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. In the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, chhatris are built on the cremation sites of wealthy or distinguished individuals. Chhatris in Shekhawati may consist of a simple structure of one dome raised by four pillars to a building containing many domes and a basement with several rooms. In some places, the interior of the chhatri is painted in the same manner as the Haveli.
Chhatris are elevated, dome-shaped pavilions used as an element in Indian architecture. Chhatris are commonly used to depict the elements of pride and honor in the Jat, Maratha and Rajput architecture. They are widely used, in palaces, in forts, or to demarcate funerary sites. Originating in Rajasthani architecture where they were memorials for kings and royalty, they were later adapted as a standard feature in all buildings in Maratha ruled states, Rajasthan, and most importantly in Mughal architecture. They are today seen on its finest monuments, Humayun's Tomb in Delhi and the Taj Mahal in Agra. Chhatris are basic element of Hindu as well as Mughal architecture. The term "chhatri" (Hindi: छतरी) means umbrella or canopy.
In the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, chhatris are built on the cremation sites of wealthy or distinguished individuals. Chhatris in Shekhawati may consist of a simple structure of one dome raised by four pillars to a building containing many domes and a basement with several rooms. In some places, the interior of the chhatris is painted in the same manner as the Havelis (Mansions) of the region.
IN RAJASTHAN
Many other chhatris exist in other parts of Rajasthan. Their locations include:
- Jaipur - Gaitore Cenotaphs of the Maharajas of Jaipur. Set in a narrow valley, the cenotaphs of the former rulers of Jaipur consist of the somewhat typical chhatri or umbrella-shaped memorials. Sawai Jai Singh II's Chhatri is particularly noteworthy because of the carvings that have been used to embellish it.
- Jodhpur - White marble Chhatri of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II
- Bharatpur- the cenotaphs of the members of the Jat royal family of Bharatpur, who perished whilst fighting against the British in 1825, are erected in the town of Govardhan. The chhatri of Maharaja Suraj Mal of Bharatpur has fine frescos illuminating the life of Surajmal, vividly depicting darbar and hunting scenes, royal processions and wars.
- Udaipur, Rajasthan-. Flanked by a row of enormous stone elephants, the Lake Pichola island has an impressive chhatri carved from gray blue stone, built by Maharana Jagat Singh.
- Haldighati - a beautiful Chhatri with white marble columns, dedicated to Rana Pratap, stands here. The cenotaph dedicated to Chetak, Rana Pratap's famous horse, is also noteworthy.
- Alwar - Moosi Maharani ki Chhatri is a beautiful red sandstone and white marble cenotaph of the rulers of Alwar.
- Bundi - Suraj Chhatri and Mordi Ki Chhatri, Chaurasi Khambon ki Chhatri, Bundi and Nath Ji ki Chhatri are located in Bundi. Rani Shyam Kumari wife of Raja Chhatrasal on the northern hill constructed the Suraj Chhatri and Mayuri the second wife of Chhatrasal on the southern hill erected Mordi Ki Chhatri.
- Jaisalmer - Bada Bagh, a complex with chhatris of Jai Singh II (d. 1743) and subsequent Maharajas of Jaisalmer.
- Bikaner - Devi Kund near Bikaner is the royal crematorium place with a number of cenotaphs. The chhatri of Maharaja Surat Singh is most imposing. It has the spectacular Rajput paintings on the ceilings.
- Ramgarh - Seth Ram Gopal Poddar Chhatri
- Nagaur - Nath Ji ki Chhatri, Amar Singh Rathore-ki-Chhatri
IN SHEKHAWATI
Some of the best-known chhatris in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan are located at the following cities and towns:
- Ramgarh - Ram Gopal Poddar Chhatri (Ram Gopal Poddar Chhatri )
- Bissau - The Raj ki Chhatri of the Shekhawat Thakurs
- Parsurampura - Thakur Sardul Singh Shekhawat's chhatri
- Kirori - Chhatri of Raja Todarmal (Ruler of Udaipurwati)
- Jhunjhunu - Chhatri of Shekhawat Rulers
- Dundlod - The beautiful chhatri of Ram Dutt Goenka
- Mukungarh - Shivdutta Ganeriwala Chhatri
- Churu - Taknet Chhatri
- Mahansar - The Sahaj Ram Poddar Chhatri
- Udaipurwati - Joki Das Shah ki Chhatri
- Fatehpur - Jagan Nath Singhania Chhatri
IN MADHYA PRADESH
The region of Madhya Pradesh is the site of several other notable chhatris of its famous Maratha rulers:
- Shujalpur - Tomb Of Ranoji Scindia, Founder Of Scindia Dynasty. Situated At Ranoganj, Shujalpur To Akodia Road.
- Shivpuri - Intricately embellished marble chhatris erected by the Scindia rulers in Shivpuri.
- Gwalior - Shrimati Balabai Maharaj Ladojirao Shitole Chhatri
- Gwalior - Rajrajendra Ramchandrarao Narsingh Shitole and wife Gunwantyaraje Ramchandrarao Shitole (princess of Gwalior)Chatri
- Orchha - Elaborate chhatris of local Hindu kings are not popular tourist attraction
- Gohad - The Jat rulers of Gohad constructed the chhatri of Maharaja Bhim Singh Rana on the Gwalior Fort.
- Indore and Maheshwar - Chhatris of Holkar rulers.
- Alampur - Maharani Ahilya Bai Holkar built the chhatri of Malhar Rao Holkar at Alampur in Bhind district in 1766 A.D.
IN KUTCH
Chhatris can also be found in the outskirts of Bhuj city belonging mainly to Jadeja rulers of Kutch. The chhatri of Rao Lakhpatji is very famous for its intricate designs & carvings. Most of them but have been destroyed in the earthquake of 26 January 2000. The restoration work is going on.
OUTSIDE INDIA
There are two notable chhatris in the United Kingdom, a country with strong historical links to India. One is a cenotaph in Brighton, dedicated to the Indian soldiers who died in the First World War. The other is in Arnos Vale Cemetery near Bristol and is a memorial to the distinguished Indian reformer Ram Mohan Roy, who died in the city.
WIKIPEDIA
Nous sommes arrivés en France! We are staying in this lovely country for two months this spring. Our primary residence is Lyon, the third largest city in France, located to the southwest. It is a historical, cultural, and very picturesque city founded as the Roman city of Lugdunum, spread out over two hills and two rivers -- the Saône and Rhône.
With side trips to locations as diverse as Paris, Perpignan, Aix-en-Provence, and more, Steve and I aim to get our fill of a country neither of us has seen in a decade, and enjoy the cuisine, culture, language practice, scenery, and generally, la vie quotidienne.
Read more about our travels at www.circumnavacation.com!
I think I found the best spot for capturing the roof and floor. I've seen other shots taken from this viewing platform, so I won't pretend I'm the first to have this idea. I only arrived at the museum 10 minutes before closing, so ran up the steps to get to this platform. That's quite obsessive really. Couldn't have captured this without my new wideangle lens - a Tokina 12-24mm.
My husband took this one.
Inside the round stone barn (1826)
Hancock Shaker Village, Hancock Massachusetts
In the Berkshire Mountains
Chini ka Rauza is a funerary monument, rauza in Agra, India, containing the tomb of Allama Afzal Khan Mullah, a scholar and poet who was the Prime Minister of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. The tomb was built in 1635..
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Chini Ka Rauza is so named because of its glazed tile ornamentation believed to be imported from China. The unique architectural artwork that graces the exterior and interior of the building uses the spaces such as chajja, brackets and balconies creatively with color embellishments. The inscription in blue-colored tiles on each side of the central arch of the building is bordered by blue, yellow and green tiles set in beautiful patterns while the spandrels of the arches are decorated with blue and orange tiles set in arabesque and floresque patterns. The zigzag pattern in the shafts on sides of the arches set off crimson, orange and white tile combinations while bands of blue tiles adorn the chevrons of the pinnacles. Panels with vermilion, orange, blue and green floral designs fill the remaining spaces on each facade. The dome is covered with blue and yellow square tiles in diagonal bands. Glazed tiles of all the shades and hues cover almost every inch of the building, which is now partially damaged and yet has retained a part of the glory of its past.
Deck The Halls! Annual Holiday Open House
With its dazzling Christmas trees and lavish decorations, Deck the Halls!, the Annual Open House at Fall River Historical Society (FRHS), is a cherished tradition for many in the Southcoast region. The Society’s grand mansion with period interiors is decked out in holiday finery in the Victorian manner, and the focal point is a series of themed trees adorned with thousands of lights and mouth-blown ornaments. The 2014 trees include The Colors of Christmas, A Salute to Santa, and Rhapsody in Silver and Snow. Open daily through December 30, from 9 to 4:30 on weekdays and 1 to 5:00 on weekends.
Deck the Halls! was spotlighted on The Rhode Show on Channel 12 and the Channel 10 Evening News during the holidays last year and has also been featured in Victorian Homes magazine. Guaranteed to instill holiday spirit in one and all!
Admission is free and includes Palette Pictures VI, an exhibit of artworks donated by local artists, and Echoes of Lizzie, the world’s largest exhibit of artifacts pertaining to the life and trial of Lizzie Borden. Closed on Christmas day and at noon on December 24. For more information, call (508) 679-1071, ext. 1 or 2.
Notre Dame
Brussels, Begium
In March my wife and I visited Brussels, Belgium for a day. If you would like more details and photos about our day, check out my post Wandering Through Brussels in Wet and Windy Weather on my blog Batteredsuitcase.net