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The Peace Monument also known as the Friendship Monument or the Russia-Georgia Friendship Monument at the Jvari Pass in Georgia is a striking structure erected in 1983 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Georgian-Russian Treaty of Georgievsk 1783. This treaty marked the beginning of a closer political and military alliance between the Kingdom of Kartli-Kakheti (in present-day Georgia) and the Russian Empire. Its purpose was to protect Georgia from invasions by hostile powers. The monument is built in the form of a semicircular stone structure and is located at a panoramic point along the Jvari Pass, a mountain pass on the Georgian Military Road. This area is located in the Caucasus Mountains and offers spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The monument consists of colorful mosaics depicting scenes from Georgian history and culture, as well as the theme of peace and unity. Although the monument was intended as a symbol of friendship between Georgia and Russia, it has attracted controversy in later years due to the complex historical and political relations between the two countries, particularly after Georgia's independence in 1991 and subsequent conflicts. Today, it is seen more as a tourist attraction than a political symbol. The monument is a popular stop for travelers exploring the Georgian Military Road due to its impressive views and historical significance.
This photograph shows a section of the Peace Monument at the Jvari Pass in Georgia. The colorful mosaic, which is prominently placed on the stone arch structure, illustrates themes such as history, culture, and the connection between Georgia and Russia. The artwork features figures, symbols, and scenes that reference both traditional Georgian and Russian elements. These dates refer to the 200th anniversary of the Treaty of Georgievsk (1783). This treaty established an alliance between Georgia and the Russian Empire, which at the time was intended to protect Georgia from foreign threats. In the center is a large central figure. This appears to be a woman holding a child, symbolizing peace, motherland, or protection. On either side are scenes of knights and horses. These images emphasize the fighting spirit and heroism, as well as the historical stories that connect both nations. The three arches below the artwork are part of the semi-circular construction of the monument. In the background is a snow-covered landscape, representing the rugged and scenic terrain of the Jvari Pass.
Het Peace Monument ook bekend als het Friendship Monument of het Russia-Georgia Friendship Monument bij de Jvari-pas in Georgië is een opvallend bouwwerk dat in 1983 werd opgericht om het 200-jarige jubileum van het Georgisch-Russische Verdrag van Georgievsk 1783 te herdenken. Dit verdrag markeerde het begin van een nauwere politieke en militaire alliantie tussen het Koninkrijk Kartli-Kachetië (in het huidige Georgië) en het Russische Rijk. Het doel was om Georgië te beschermen tegen invallen van vijandige mogendheden. Het monument is gebouwd in de vorm van een halfronde stenen structuur en bevindt zich op een panoramisch punt langs de Jvari-pas, een bergpas op de Georgische Militaire Weg. Dit gebied ligt in het Kaukasusgebergte en biedt spectaculaire uitzichten op de omliggende bergen en valleien. Het monument bestaat uit kleurrijke mozaïeken die scènes uit de Georgische geschiedenis en cultuur uitbeelden, evenals het thema van vrede en eenheid. Hoewel het monument bedoeld was als symbool van vriendschap tussen Georgië en Rusland, heeft het in latere jaren controverse opgeroepen vanwege de complexe historische en politieke relaties tussen de twee landen, met name na de onafhankelijkheid van Georgië in 1991 en de daaropvolgende conflicten. Tegenwoordig wordt het meer gezien als een toeristische trekpleister dan als een politiek symbool. Het monument is een populaire stop voor reizigers die de Georgische Militaire Weg verkennen vanwege het indrukwekkende uitzicht en de historische betekenis.
I have visited this church for the third time, with my first two visits occurring during warm weather. Since the leaves have not yet grown, I decided to stop by and take some photos. The church is located in Clay County, Nebraska.
The stone barn, also known as The Frank Schott Stone Barn, located in western Minnesota, was constructed by German immigrant Frank Schott in 1923, showcasing exemplary Midwestern architectural innovation.
According to the Minnesota Historical Society's historical account, the structure's completion took nearly 20 years.
Following the collapse of the barn's wooden roof in 1993, the stone walls continue to stand.
Extreme Winter continues with a recent shot from a very cold day. The Polar Vortex was upon us. It's gone now, weather is mild, but we had a week of icy skies and numbing wind.
This is a 22° sun halo with parhelia ("sundogs"), a faint sun pillar (above) and stronger sunstreak (below). They intersect with the horizontal section of the parhelic circle to form a "white cross" - the first one I've ever photographed. The tiny white dots visible near the top are ice crystals falling to earth.
All these phenomena are produced by refraction and reflection from hexagonal ice crystals in the atmosphere. They are seen only on very cold days. I didn't use any filters or special enhancement, other than to adjust vibrance and contrast to taste in Photoshop.
I didn't even get out of my car for this shot - it was bitterly cold out there! Instead, I pulled off Hwy 4 onto a grid road, parked diagonally to shoot out of the driver side window, and almost immediately had to move when a pickup truck appeared in my rearview mirror. The driver saw what I was up to and gave me a wave as she passed. I repositioned the car, got the shot.
I didn't need ISO 640 or a shutter speed of 1/4000 for this shot, but the cold does strange things to one's ability to think, and I was worried that the show in the sky might fade away at any moment. It remained, however, for the duration of my drive home (120 km; about 1 hr 20 minutes if I don't stop). Fortunately today's camera sensors perform superbly at ISO settings that used to produce a lot of noise.
Photographed south of Swift Current, Saskatchewan (Canada). Don't use this image on websites, blogs, or other media without explicit permission ©2024 James R. Page - all rights reserved.
Fodder stacked at the side of the field near the woods.
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Bright, sunny yet bitterly cold and windy. Took pictures through the window. This floofy little bully was guarding "his" bush from a small flock of Cedar Waxwings that kept stopping by and getting run off by this guy.
Night photography of a heavy linked-steel chain, and its hanging icicles reflecting the soulless green lighting of this forgotten frozen space I have mistakenly encroached on.
Have a wonderful evening..
At the end of its slackened leash of thick steel links, the icicles grin, baring teeth of menacing frozen spikes.
A night time photograph of icicles from the recent ice storm we had here in Eugene, Oregon USA.
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Male Redpoll in my garden during the recent cold weather ...
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After Sunset, January, Denver Basin, Colorado. The geese were flying back and forth - "bending/flipping in the middle" - then quickly reversing direction in the strong winds. Apparent chaos and difficulty remaining together!
Today, I went out to photograph abandoned places during the weather conditions we are experiencing this morning. Upon my arrival at an abandoned farmhouse in Boone County, I was met with windy conditions and a temperature of around 12°. A driver, who was driving half a mile behind me, noticed my vehicle parked on the side of the road and approached me to inquire about my well-being. I informed him that I intended to photograph the farmhouse, and he responded with a thumbs-up before departing.
My initial reservations about driving on the back road in such weather conditions proved unfounded, as I was ultimately glad to have visited one of my favorite farmhouses. Taking calculated risks can be advantageous.
Stay warm!
Greenwood Avenue near Danforth. The bright yellow hydrant stood out against the falling snow and quiet winter street.
Snow is gently falling on a charming row of townhouses, each one adorned with glowing windows. The scene captures a serene winter night, with snow-covered rooftops and softly illuminated interiors.
Night shot of a winter cityscape. Rain falls over the streets of Tel Aviv. Black and white. Urban. City. Winter. Rain. Night. Silhouettes
A Christmas market, frozen air,
and one leg thrown skyward in refusal.
Sometimes warmth comes not from layers,
but from moving anyway.
The small bird, a flash of orange against the somber greens and browns of the dormant wood, waits. Your lens has captured a moment of still vigilance. The Robin is plumped against the cold, its bright breast a deceptive sign of warmth in the chill air. It perches on a lichen-draped branch—a fragile stronghold in a season that demands constant resilience.
For this tiny creature, winter is an unforgiving marathon. The days are short, and the nights are long, dark envelopes of intense cold that demand every calorie stored throughout the day. The very act of survival is a full-time job. The forest floor, once teeming with easily accessible worms and insects, is now cold and often frozen, turning the simple need for food into a fierce, desperate hunt.
Le petit oiseau, une tache orange sur le fond vert et brun sombre du bois endormi, attend. Votre objectif a capturé un instant de vigilance immobile. Le rouge-gorge est bien dodu pour se protéger du froid, sa poitrine éclatante offrant une illusion de chaleur dans l'air glacial. Il se perche sur une branche drapée de lichen – un refuge fragile en cette saison qui exige une résilience constante.
Pour cette minuscule créature, l'hiver est un marathon impitoyable. Les jours sont courts et les nuits longues, de sombres enveloppes de froid intense qui puisent dans ses réserves chaque calorie accumulée durant la journée. La survie est un travail à plein temps. Le sol forestier, jadis grouillant de vers et d'insectes facilement accessibles, est désormais froid et souvent gelé, transformant le simple besoin de se nourrir en une chasse acharnée et désespérée.
Hessian Hill,Cornish, Maine.
Panorama;
A progression of (4) panoramas of today's snow shower sunset.
We had a rather windy and cold day with snow showers off and on throughout the day, that is not virga falling from the clouds but ice pellets and or snow.
Fjaðrárgljúfur is a canyon in southern Iceland. This canyon is 100m deep and 2km long. It was carved by the rushing Fjaðrá river over the course of 2 million years! This is a difficult location to photograph due to intense contrasts between the highlights in the sky and the dark shadows in the canyon. An ND filter is highly recommended.