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La cité est célèbre par son village médiéval situé sur un éperon rocheux tombant à pic ; ses maisons extérieures forment un rempart. Autour de ce centre historique, les quartiers résidentiels s'étendent jusqu'aux gorges et à la vallée du Loup. La fête de la violette contribue à sa notoriété!
Hand in hand in Tourettes-sur-Loup. East side 6:02 p.m.
The city is famous for its medieval village located on a steeply falling rocky outcrop; its outer houses form a rampart. Around this historic center, the residential districts extend from the foothills of its puys, to the gorges and the Loup valley. The violet festival contributes to its notoriety!
Die Kampenwand ist ein 1669 m ü. NHN hoher Berggipfel in den Chiemgauer Alpen. Sein Gipfelkreuz ist das größte in den Bayerischen Alpen und weithin sichtbar. Der Name leitet sich von ihrem Aussehen ab: Der gezackte Gipfelgrat erinnert an den Kamm auf dem Kopf eines Hahnes.
Zum hohen Bekanntheitsgrad der Kampenwand trägt außerdem ein berühmter bairischer Schüttelreim bei:
„I gangat gern auf d’Kampenwand, wann i mit meiner Wamp’n kannt’.“
Für die Norddeutschen flickr Freunde übersetzt:
„Ich ginge gerne auf die Kampenwand, wenn ich mit meinem dicken Bauch es könnte.“
The Kampenwand is a 1669 m above sea level mountain peak in the Chiemgau Alps. Its summit cross is the largest in the Bavarian Alps and is visible from afar. The name is derived from its appearance: The jagged summit ridge is reminiscent of the crest on the head of a rooster.
A famous Bavarian shaking rhyme also contributes to the high degree of fame of the Kampenwand:
"I gangat gern auf d'Kampenwand, wann i mit meiner Wamp'n kannt'."
Translated for the North German flickr friends:
"I'd like to go on the Kampenwand, if I could with my fat belly."
Main Street Historic District is a national historic district located at Cuba in Allegany County, New York. The district consists of nine acres and includes 31 contributing buildings. It encompasses the village of Cuba's commercial district, which includes a small number of prominent religious, civic, and residential structures. The structures date from about 1835 to about 1948
Las Casas Colgadas, Casas Voladas or Casas del Rey, are a group of civil buildings located in the city of Cuenca (Spain). They are named for owning a part of them in cantilever, or large balconies, standing out on the high rocky ledge of the sickle of the Huécar River. The only three examples, of this type of buildings that still last, are the "Casa de la Sirena" and the two "Casas de los Reyes", built between the thirteenth and fifteenth centuries. These buildings, together with its Gothic cathedral, contributed to the walled city of Cuenca being named in 1996 World Heritage Site. On October 25, 2016, they were declared of Cultural Interest with the category of monument. In them the Museum of Spanish Abstract Art is located.
Las Casas Colgadas, Casas Voladas o Casas del Rey, son un conjunto de edificios civiles ubicados en la ciudad de Cuenca (España). Se denomina así por tener una parte de ellas en voladizo, o grandes balcones, sobresaliendo en la alta cornisa rocosa de la hoz del río Huécar. Los únicos tres ejemplos, de este tipo de edificaciones que aún perduran, son la "Casa de la Sirena" y las dos "Casas de los Reyes", construidas entre los siglos XIII y XV. Estas edificaciones, junto con su catedral gótica, contribuyeron a la ciudad amurallada de Cuenca fuera de nombrada en 1996 Patrimonio de la Humanidad. El 25 de octubre de 2016 fueron declaradas Bien de Interés Cultural con la categoría de monumento. En ellas se ubica el Museo de Arte Abstracto Español.
Like the scouts in the USA The Bharat Scouts and Guides contribute to the education of young people. Their motto is: BE PREPARED which means you are always in a state of readiness in mind and body to do your DUTY. Here they were prepared to ham for the camera!
My inspiration for this picture: In The End - By Linkin Park
When worries overwhelm you and you fade away . . . .
The feeling that you're losing yourself, losing everything that means anything to you. . . . . .
You're crying and desperate and there's nothing left no matter how hard you try . . . .
Hope is lost and you realize that everything you've ever done is meaningless. . . . . .
Do you know this feeling?
The exhibition at the Holst & Holst Gallery was beautiful the many talented Photographers and their work ♥.♥
I feel very honored that I could contribute my part to the January exhibition. Thank you soo muche Peachy Holst & Torsten Holst ♥
To all my Friends and Familiar and of course my Followers without you nothing goes ♥♥♥
I send you all a lot of love your Sophie Graycloud
Visit: The Holst & Holst Photography Gallery
Flickr Group: Holst & Holst Photography in Second Life
Saharan dust events contribute to the aerosol load over Switzerland, mostly during spring and autumn. As a result of strong winds and major turbulence, sand particles from the North African desert region regularly rise up several kilometres into the atmosphere. The largest particles quickly fall back to the ground, but the smaller ones can be transported all the way to the Swiss Alps.
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In a biogeographic definition, paramo is any intertropical mountain ecosystem, characterized by shrubby vegetation that generally occurs from altitudes of about 3,000 to 4,000 meters or up to 5,000 meters, that is, in regions above the forest line. continuous but still below the permanent snow line. It is found in East Africa, New Guinea, and Central and South America. However, since in each of these regions this ecosystem has a specific name, when discussing Paramos, we refer specifically to Andean Paramos.
In this strict sense of the term, all Paramos are located in the neotropical zone, mainly in northwestern South America, present in Venezuela, Colombia, Peru and Ecuador. The ecosystem occupies over 30,000 km² of South America and represents 7% of Ecuador's territory. In absolute terms, Colombia is home to 50% of the extent of Paramos (in its three branches of the Andes) and the largest Paramo in the world (Sumapaz).
Paramos' climate is characterized by wide daily fluctuations in temperature and humidity. In general, cold and humid, can undergo a sudden and drastic change in which temperatures fluctuate from below freezing to 30 ° C plus in a daily freeze-thaw cycle. High altitude in tropical locations produces a special, cold, low air density atmosphere that allows for greater dispersion of ultraviolet radiation (light and heat). This climate can be summed up in the phrase "winter every night and summer every day."
In Paramo ecosystems, soils are generally recent, of glacial and volcanic origin, and many are still in formation. Its structure is a combination of organic material that decomposes very slowly in cold weather with volcanic ash. They usually have low pH (acidity) because of the abundance of moisture and high content of organic matter. These characteristics contribute to soil water retention, which in turn is the basis of an essential environmental service: the constant storage and distribution of clean water to lower places.
The largest and most known area is the Páramo grass, which covers large areas of the mountain ranges. It extends from approximately 3,500 to 4,100 m in height, and is mainly composed of grasses and small shrubs.
Fantasy Faire only has a few more days left, so if you haven't gone by, you should! Check out the beautiful sights, and give to a great cause. It's amazing how much work has been put into every last place, and I can promise you can find at least one sim that really speaks to you. If the people themselves don't. Most, including myself, have experienced the effects this miserable disease can have on themselves and loved ones. Strength comes in hope and unity, however, every little step getting us closer to a brighter future, I'm sure of that.
If you want to check out the sims or just support RFL and the awesome creators contributing to the cause, head over to my blog to catch a ride over!
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“Bronkhorstermolen” te Steenderen
Reeds in het jaar 1482 stond hier een houten standaardmolen. Tot de heerlijke rechten van de eigenaren van de heerlijkheid Bronkhorst behoorde tot 1795 het recht op gebruik van de wind. De inwoners van Bronkhorst waren verplicht om op deze molen hun koren te laten malen (molendwang).
In 1803 verkocht F.A. Graaf van Limburg Stirum de molen aan Jan Breukink. In 1844 is de molen in de nacht van 17 op 18 mei afgebrand. Zijn zoon Christiaan en zijn echtgenote Wendelina Hermina Kets lieten de huidige stenen molen als opvolger van de verbrande molen bouwen. Na Breukinks dood was zijn weduwe tot 1860 eigenaresse. Tot vlak na de Tweede Wereldoorlog is de molen als maalwerktuig in bedrijf. Toen de wieken stil werden gezet, werd de molen een prooi van het verval.
In 1958 werd door een comité geld ingezameld om de molen deels te laten restaureren, wat in 1960 zijn beslag krijgt. Als eerste molen in Nederland kreeg de molen toen draaipremies en een teller waarmee de as-omwentelingen konden worden afgelezen. Hierdoor betaalde de overheid mee aan de exploitatie van de molen, die in particuliere handen bleef. Deze constructie gaf aanleiding tot een conflict, waardoor de molen weer stil kwam te staan. Ir W. ten Duis koopt daarna de molen om aan de impasse een eind te maken en brengt de molen onder in een Stichting. De stichting wist allerlei geldbronnen aan te boren, waardoor de molen weer in bedrijf kon komen.
“Bronkhorster Mill” in Steenderen
Already in the year 1482 there was a wooden standard mill here. Until 1795, the seigneurial rights of the owners of the Bronkhorst manor included the right to use the wind. The inhabitants of Bronkhorst were obliged to have their corn ground on this mill (molendwang).
In 1803 F.A. Count of Limburg Stirum the mill to Jan Breukink. In 1844 the mill burned down in the night of 17 to 18 May. His son Christiaan and his wife Wendelina Hermina Kets had the current stone mill built as a successor to the burned mill. After Breukink's death, his widow was the owner until 1860. Until just after the Second World War, the mill was used as a grinding tool. When the blades were stopped, the mill fell prey to decay.
In 1958, a committee collected money to have the mill partially restored, which was completed in 1960. As the first windmill in the Netherlands, the windmill received turning premiums and a counter with which the shaft revolutions could be read. As a result, the government contributed to the operation of the mill, which remained in private hands. This construction gave rise to a conflict, as a result of which the mill came to a standstill again. Ir W. ten Duis then buys the mill to put an end to the impasse and places the mill in a foundation. The foundation was able to tap into all kinds of money sources, so that the mill could come back into operation.
First of all, apologies for not having been around. I’ve been following his example of staring into the distance and striving for a complete state of comatose oblivion. And obviously, this worked rather well for me and him. Even though I recently picked up the camera again, did not really find anything worthwhile to record. My lack of motivation was and is a contributing factor.
Merry Christmas to all of you and having the best of intentions to post some more. Same as last year, I still dislike Christmas songs intensely, so I am using this one as an alternate.
A view looking southwest from the intersection of E. Main and N. Walnut in downtown Champaign. On the corner is the First National Bank Building, a contributing building in the Champaign Downtown Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2020.
The First National Bank, located at 30 E Main Street, is based on a Greek Revival form and features beautiful Corinthian columns and pilasters. Chicago architects, Mundie and Jensen, constructed the building in 1909. The stone-faced historic bank was one of the first steel-constructed buildings in Champaign.
The exterior of the original building has excellent architectural integrity. Interior changes occurred during the middle of the twentieth century in an attempt to modernize. There is an addition to the west and to the south. Both were constructed in 1966, and are non-contributing to the historic district. The First National Bank Building is now the location of a PNC Bank branch office.
Located in Champaign County in east central Illinois, the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana are the home of the University of Illinois. The population of the City of Champaign at the 2020 census was 88,302, while Champaign County had a population of 205,865.
Source: National Register of Historic Places Registration Form, Champaign Downtown Historic District
A view looking north from Monroe St. at the 200 Block of S. 6th St. in historic downtown Springfield. All of the building in this view lie within the Central Springfield Historic District listed in the National Register of Historic Buildings, and all are contributing.
The Central Springfield Historic District embraces the commercial core of Springfield, Illinois. Centered on the Old State Capitol, which served as the Illinois state house from 1840 to 1876, this area includes an outstanding number of two and three story late 19th and early 20th century commercial structures, intact for most part on the upper facades. These buildings included hotels, drug stores, groceries, clothing stores, and dry good stores. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, and was expanded in 1986 and 2015.
Springfield is the Capital city of the State of Illinois. Located in central Illinois, Springfield's population was 114,394 at the 2020 census.
Located on the southeast corner of Capitol Ave. and 5th St., just three blocks west of the Illinois Statehouse, is the Sargent Office Building, home of the Illinois Municipal League (IML). The building is named for A. L. "Lon" Sargent, who served as executive director of the IML from 1943 to 1968, and his son, Steven Sargent, IML executive director from 1968 to 1989.
This beaux-arts style office building was completed in 1912 and, until the early 1930s, was the clubhouse of the Sangamo Club, a private dining city club for business, government and community leaders. The Illinois Municipal League first established offices here in 1935, and has owned the building since the late 1980s.
The Sargent Building is a contributing building within the 2015 Extension of the Central Springfield Historic District listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Saint Michael’s Cathedral of Alba Iulia was built between 1247 and 1291, which makes it contemporary to the famous Notre Dame of Paris. Furthermore, it appears that a great French architect, Villard de Honnecourt, contributed to its design. In addition to being the oldest and the longest cathedral in Romania (at 89.16 m measured along its axis), it is also considered the most important monument of Romanesque architecture in Transylvania.
The site is registered in the National Archaeological Repertory of Romania.
This stately mansion was built for J. Russell Jones, an influential Civil War patriot who later would become a U.S. Marshall, steamship owner, chairman of the Republican Party, and Minister Resident to Belgium during the Administration of his friend, President Ulysses S. Grant. Built in 1857, the Italianate style Jones House, now known as the Belvedere Mansion, is the largest mansion in Galena. Completely restored, Belvedere Mansion is open for tours.
The mansion is a contributing structure in the Galena Historic District. The district encompasses 85 percent of the City of Galena and includes more than 800 properties. The Galena Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1969, with modifications in 2013.
Galena is the seat of Jo Daviess County in the northwest corner of Illinois. This is the unglaciated area of northwestern Illinois. The rolling hills, history and abundant 19th century architecture draws visitors from throughout the country. The population of Galena at the 2020 census was 3,101.
It has been forever since I contributed to fence Friday. Thought I end my hiatus :)
This flaring light was the last time I've seen the refreshing sunshine. It's been dull and grey ever since, minus the snow and lots of rain which is no fun in winter. I hope this trend changes very soon in Toronto because it is very unlike January here.
~ HFF :D
(*oh wait, it's snowing now Yay!!)
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“Learn to light a candle in the darkest moments of someone’s life. Be the light that helps others see; it is what gives life its deepest significance.”
― Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart
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Fantasy Faire 2019
URAFIKI by Eclair Martinek.
Sponsored by Spyralle.
Region for the One Team Initiative.
WHY: Because while we believe that team identities matter, there’s an underlying team that is Relay For Life. That we as the Faire are just one small part of that team, and that our friends are as much a part of what we do as we are of their own efforts. Fairelanders all, Relayers all, we’re coming together to make the best and biggest difference we can together because that spirit of teamwork is how the fight will be won. While our strength as individuals contributes to our strength as teams, it’s from each other’s strength we reach our goals. We are One Team, with One Goal, stronger together than any one person could even dream of being. Together, we are the cure.
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There are so many interesting little shops and restaurants on East Main Street in Little Falls.
Little Falls is a beautiful city of nearly 6,000, in Herkimer County. It is tucked into a gorge in the Mohawk River Valley. The river and Erie canal are significant features of the city, contributing to its unique landscape and providing plenty of recreational
The New York Court of Appeals Building, officially referred to as Court of Appeals Hall, is located at the corner of Eagle and Pine streets in central Albany, New York, United States. It is a stone Greek Revival building designed in the mid-19th century by Henry Rector. In 1971 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, one of six buildings housing a state's highest court currently so recognized.[note 1] Seven years later it was included as a contributing property when the Lafayette Park Historic District was listed on the Register.
At the time it was built it was known simply as the State Hall
A close-up framing of an ancient statue depicting Thutmose III with noble facial features, youthful and smiling face, a hallmark of his reign's artistic standard.
The statue is noted for its exceptionally high quality and soft, human-like features, representing a peak in the artistic standards of the mid-18th Dynasty.
Wearing a nemes headdress and a ceremonial beard, stylistic features characteristic of Egyptian pharaohs. The tight centered composition filling the frame with the statue's details allows for an appreciation of the sculptural artistry and the preserved features.
The statue is dramatically lit, with a strong, directional light source from the front and slightly to the left, creating prominent shadows that emphasize the contours of the face, headdress, and beard. The background is dark, isolating the subject and drawing the viewer's attention to the statue.
The figure's face is serene, with distinct eyes, nose, and lips. The shoulders are broad, and the upper part of a broad collar or necklace is visible around the neck and shoulders.
The lighting highlights the smooth, polished surface of the stone, while also revealing subtle textures in the headdress and beard. The intricate details of the headdress stripes and the braided ceremonial beard are clearly visible.
The discovery of this statue in 1904 was part of the Karnak Cachette, one of the largest caches of statues ever found, containing artifacts from Egypt's Dynastic Age.
Crafted from greywacke, a type of sandstone. Greywacke was a commonly used material for sculptures in ancient Egypt due to its durability and fine grain.
A monochromatic or near-monochromatic color scheme, dominated by shades of grey and black, emphasizes the form and texture of the stone sculpture and contributes to a sense of power and serenity.
Taken from the Luxor Museum, a fascinating insight into the history of Luxor and ancient Egyptian civilization.
Established in 1975, it holds a carefully curated selection of wonderful artifacts from the Theban area in excellent preservation state.
Wilbur House is a historic home located on Main street in Fairport in Monroe County, New York. It is a Second Empire–style structure built about 1873 that features a two-bay, 2-story tower that projects from the northeast corner of the 1 1⁄2-story front section. The tower, as well as the rest of the front section, is covered by a decorative fish scale and octagonal slate mansard roof. Also on the property is a contributing carriage house.
Hiram P. Wilbur was the superintendent (some say the first such) of the westernmost section of the Erie Canal, and also the postmaster for the town of Perinton.[3] The home he built in 1873 later served as a boarding school before reverting to a private residence. The house is currently 3,792 square feet (352.3 m2) with five bedrooms. Many of the historic details have been retained, including speaking tubes for intra-house communication.
7DWF Thursday: B&W / Sepia
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With the battles finally over, work on temple construction began during the lunar month of February 1817. But the cost of construction was high and proper materials scarce. The Five Lords intervened again, visiting Madame Guo Feng of nearby Madou Village in a dream. Awaking, she took her palanquin to Nankunshen to deliver a personal donation of one thousand liang in silver – enough to keep work on the temple moving forward.
After five years and four months, work on the new temple was finished in 1822. It was at this time that the new home of the Five Lords was officially consecrated as ‘Nankunshen Daitian’ Temple. The original structure, built with the altars of the Five Lords at its center, was approached through a series of three main gates. An active center of worship for the next four decades, the temple gradually fell into disrepair. In 1864, Mssrs. Wu Kang, Hong Hu-pan and Tu Chian, three pious individuals from Keliao Village, together contributed 10,000 yuan for restoration work. In 1872, a new altar – ‘Ching Shan Temple’ - was added at the back, dedicated to the Guanyin Goddess to remember her role in mediating the dispute between the Five Lords and the child spirit.
My previous post showed the east side of the 100 block of N. Walnut St. looking south from Taylor St. This photo looks at the west side of the 100 block of N, Walnut looking north from Chester St. This block is part of the Champaign Downtown Commercial District added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2020.
All of the commercial buildings in this block are Italianate, Early 20th Century Commercial, or remodeled Art Deco designs built between 1895 and 1900, although some of the buildings have been remodeled and do not contribute to the historic district.
The six-story building seen two blocks away on the southwest corner of N. Walnut and E. Main is the east facing side of the The First National Bank. This Greek Revival-style building was erected in 1909, and was one of the first steel-constructed buildings in Champaign. Now a PNC Bank branch, the First National Bank building is featured in two previous posts in this Champaign and Urbana series.
Located in Champaign County in east central Illinois, the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana are the home of the University of Illinois. The population of the City of Champaign at the 2020 census was 88,302, while Champaign County had a population of 205,865.
A view looking south on N. Walnut in downtown Champaign. Ahead on the southwest corner of N. Walnut and E. Main St. is the First National Bank Building, a contributing building in the Champaign Downtown Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2020.
The First National Bank, located at 30 E Main Street, is based on a Greek Revival form and features beautiful Corinthian columns and pilasters. Chicago architects, Mundie and Jensen, constructed the building in 1909. The stone-faced historic bank was one of the first steel-constructed buildings in Champaign.
The exterior of the original building has excellent architectural integrity. Interior changes occurred during the middle of the twentieth century in an attempt to modernize. There is an addition to the west and to the south. Both were constructed in 1966, and are non-contributing to the historic district. The First National Bank Building is now the location of a PNC Bank branch office.
Located in Champaign County in east central Illinois, the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana are the home of the University of Illinois. The population of the City of Champaign at the 2020 census was 88,302, while Champaign County had a population of 205,865.
Source: National Register of Historic Places Registration Form, Champaign Downtown Historic District
A view of the east side of the 100 block on N. Kickapoo St. in downtown Lincoln as seen from Broadway St. The properties in this view lie within the Lincoln Courthouse Square Historic District that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
The three buildings in this view are early 20th century commercial designs constructed in the 1910s. On the corner of N. Kickapoo and Broadway St. is the former Lincoln Savings & Building Association Building completed in 1914. The center building appears to be commercial-use only while the building on the end was designed with commercial space on the ground floor and apartments above. All three buildings are contributing properties in the historic district.
Lincoln is the seat of Logan County, which is situated in central Illinois approximately 26 miles northeast of Springfield, the state capitol. The estimated population of Lincoln in 2018 was 13,685.
Monasterio de Santa María la Real, Nájera, La Rioja, España.
El monasterio de Santa María la Real es un conjunto religioso situado en la ciudad de Nájera, en la comunidad autónoma de La Rioja (España). En él se encuentra el panteón de los reyes del reino de Nájera-Pamplona, antecesor del reino de Navarra. Al encontrarse Nájera en pleno Camino de Santiago y haber sido sede de monarcas navarros, la relevancia del monasterio de Santa María la Real fue elevada. Desde 2008 se encuentra dentro de parte de las instalaciones del monasterio la Escuela de Patrimonio histórico de Nájera, parte del IPCE y adscrita al Ministerio de Cultura.
El exterior del Monasterio de Santa María la Real de Nájera es una mezcla de diferentes estilos, fruto de su dilatada historia. Las necesidades de defensa hicieron que los muros fueran altos y que los contrafuertes tuvieran función de bastiones. El siglo XVII dejó la decoración de los muros y puertas y la torre cuadrangular. El pórtico de la iglesia se realizó entre los años 1621 y 1625.
Puerta de Carlos I, en gótico flamígero y escudo real con águila bicéfala
Dentro del monasterio distinguimos dos espacios fundamentales: el templo con el panteón Real, y el claustro, llamado de los Caballeros. El acceso al claustro se realiza por la llamada Puerta de Carlos I. Esta puerta es de estilo Gótico flamígero y aparece muy ornamentada; sobre ella hay un gran escudo real con las armas de Carlos I y un águila bicéfala. Este escudo se realizó en honor al rey, que contribuyó generosamente a la construcción del claustro.
Cúpula con trampantojo. A la derecha, pasamanos de la escalera Real
Al lado de la puerta, arranca la escalera de acceso al claustro superior. Esta escalera es de estilo renacentista y está cubierta por una cúpula semiesférica decorada con casetones pintados en trampantojo. El motivo central de la decoración es un ave: el pelícano. En ella figura la fecha de su construcción, año 1594, y recibe el nombre de Escalera Real.
The Monastery of Santa María la Real is a religious complex located in the city of Nájera, in the autonomous community of La Rioja, Spain. It houses the pantheon of the kings of the Kingdom of Nájera-Pamplona, the predecessor of the Kingdom of Navarre. Given Nájera's location on the Camino de Santiago (Way of St. James) and its history as a seat of Navarrese monarchs, the Monastery of Santa María la Real held great significance. Since 2008, the Nájera School of Historical Heritage, part of the Spanish Institute of Cultural Heritage (IPCE) and affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, has been located within part of the monastery's facilities.
The exterior of the Monastery of Santa María la Real in Nájera is a blend of different styles, reflecting its long history. Defensive needs led to high walls and buttresses that functioned as bastions. The 17th century saw the addition of decorative elements to the walls and gates, as well as the construction of the quadrangular tower. The church portico was built between 1621 and 1625.
Gate of Charles I, in Flamboyant Gothic style, with a royal coat of arms featuring a double-headed eagle.
Within the monastery, we can distinguish two main areas: the church with the Royal Pantheon, and the cloister, known as the Cloister of the Knights. Access to the cloister is through the so-called Gate of Charles I. This gate is in the Flamboyant Gothic style and is highly ornate; above it is a large royal coat of arms with the arms of Charles I and a double-headed eagle. This coat of arms was created in honor of the king, who generously contributed to the construction of the cloister.
Dome with trompe-l'œil. To the right, the handrail of the Royal Staircase.
Next to the gate, the staircase leading to the upper cloister begins. This staircase is in the Renaissance style and is covered by a hemispherical dome decorated with trompe-l'œil painted coffers. The central motif of the decoration is a bird: the pelican. It bears the date of its construction, the year 1594, and is called the Royal Staircase.
I asked Tofu to contribute to Tongue Tuesday and that's what he did. You can hardly show more tongue in a photo than he does here. .:) HTT !
Saharan dust events contribute to the aerosol load over Switzerland, mostly during spring and autumn. Picture taken at the river Aare in Bern, Switzerland, after midday of February 6th 2021
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This beautiful Queen Anne style house was built in 1894 for Lucius T. & Arabella Bruner. Lucius, a dry goods merchant, was his own contractor and built this house for $5,500. Arabella grew up in the neighborhood and her sister, Clara Cox, lived at the George H. Cox House shown previously in this series.
The Lucius T. & Arabella Bruner House is a contributing property in Bloomington's East Grove Street District. This residential historic district includes 43 houses and apartment buildings, 25 of which are considered contributing buildings. The houses in the district were built between 1855 and 1915 for many of Bloomington's upper middle class residents. Due to a building boom between 1880 and 1900, the then-popular Queen Anne style is the most prevalent in the district. Other popular architectural styles in the district include Greek Revival homes from the 1850s, Italianate homes built between 1860 and 1880, and Arts and Crafts homes built in the 1900s. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1987.
Bloomington is the seat of McLean County. It is adjacent to Normal, and is the more populous of the two principal municipalities of the Bloomington-Normal metropolitan area. Bloomington is 135 miles (217 km) southwest of Chicago, and 162 miles (261 km) northeast of St. Louis. The estimated population of Bloomington in 2019 was 77,330, with a metro population of 191,067.
A view of the Illinois Central Railroad Depot in Galena, Illinois. The Italianate depot was constructed in 1857. This is purportedly the depot that U.S. Grant, who moved his family to Galena in 1860 before the start of the Civil War, boarded on his way to Washington, D.C. after his election as the 18th President of the United States in 1868. In recent years it has been used as an office for the Chamber of Commerce and a visitors center. The building is currently closed.
The depot is a contributing structure to the Galena Historic District which encompasses 85 percent of the City of Galena and includes more than 800 properties. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1969, with modifications in 2013.
Galena is the seat of Jo Daviess County in the northwest corner of Illinois. This is the unglaciated area of northwestern Illinois. The rolling hills, history and abundant 19th century architecture draws visitors from throughout the country. The estimated population of Galena in 2019 was 3,158.
If you've ever seen the movie "The Field of Dreams," you've already had a glimpse of Galena as it was one of the shooting locations for the film. It is here where the city night scenes were shot as Ray, played by Kevin Costner, meets "Doc" Graham, played by Burt Lancaster, and tries to convince him to come with him to Iowa.
A view of the buildings on the north side of Lincoln's historic courthouse square as seen from the steps of the Logan County Courthouse. This view shows the entire 600 Block of Broadway St. All of the properties in this view lie within the Lincoln Courthouse Square Historic District that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
Of the eight buildings shown above, the former Lincoln Savings and Building Association building (c. 1914, Neoclassical) at the corner of Broadway and N. Kickapoo St. (left), and the two-story commercial building at the opposite end of the block (c. 1895, Italianate) at the corner of Broadway and N. McLean St. (right). are contributing properties in the historic district.
The buildings sandwiched between the two ends are a mix of newer mid-century commercial buildings, and older buildings that have been modernized to the extent that their historic architectural antecedents are basically unrecognizable. These buildings are non-contributing properties within the historic district.
Lincoln is the seat of Logan County, which is situated in central Illinois approximately 26 miles northeast of Springfield, the state capitol. The estimated population of Lincoln in 2018 was 13,685.
Pop Corn Beaches are beaches where the sand has been replaced by a kind of carbonaceous shells that have a morphology and color reminiscent of popcorn. These are calcium carbonate skeletons synthesized by a species of red algae that inhabit the Canary coasts at shallow depths, called rhodoliths.
Rhodoliths occur extensively around the shores of Fuerteventura Island in the Canary Archipelago, with Lithothamnion cf. corallioides being the most prominent species.
It is by the action of the waves, that over the decades, a large number of rhodoliths end up being washed ashore, whose remains contribute to the formation of the sediments that make up the modern beaches, so these unusual beaches have been formed very slowly.
Although rhodoliths are resistant to a variety of environmental disturbances, they can be severely affected by storms, harvesting, ocean acidification and global warming, and the beds are known to be between 20 and 100 meters deep in most parts of the Canary Islands.
Along the beaches there are panels explaining what these "popcorn" are and that their extraction is forbidden, in spite of which the plundering is still very frequent. Unfortunately, every year tourists and locals remove a considerable amount of rhodoliths from the beaches, which represents a threat to these ecosystems, since, as I mentioned before, the remains of dead rhodoliths contribute greatly to the sediments that form contemporary beaches.
Majanicho, La Oliva, Fuerteventura, Islas Canarias
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Most people do not immediate think of nylon when they think about plastic pollution, but nylon is another of the wide variety of polymers made from petroleum, contributing to the plastics that pollute the ocean. In time, nylon degrades in sunlight to thin fibers and small particles, easily ingested by wildlife. If not digested it can get wrapped around the poor gannets beak leaving then unable to catch food and feed.
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The Parish Church of Santo Ildefonso was built in the first half of the 18th century, on the site of a former place of worship, namely, a chapel dedicated to a certain Santo Alifon, historically mentioned for the first time in the late 13th century. The chapel was brought down in 1709 due to its poor state, which gave way to the construction of the present Parish Church of Santo Ildefonso. Most of the construction works were completed in 1730, but it was not until 1739 that the edifice was completely set up and inaugurated .Sundry restoration and modification works were carried out in the course of history, such that at present the Parish Church of Santo Ildefonso is a fine example of the Baroque style brightening up the surroundings of Praca da Batalha with its blue and white ceramic tiles which adorn the facade. Other highlights refer to the mid 18th century retable by Nicolau Nasoni, the Italian architect who also contributed to the design of various parts of the Porto Cathedral and of the Clerigos Tower. Also of note are the two fairly decorated bell towers which flank the facade.
Faculty of Science, David de Wied building, Utrecht University (2006-2011)
Herman Hertzberger, Laurens Jan ten Kate, Harm Freymuth, Jutta Groosman, Francine van Loon, Heleen Reedijk, Steven Reisinger
The new Faculty of Science is located as a freestanding building on a prominent site of the Utrecht University campus. Approximately half of the building contains laboratories and the rest provides education and work space on various and open floors, grouped around the central hall. This atrium-like space is directed to the outside in a covered outdoor area with an open classroom, where there is an opportunity of open air events. The 'oval' freestanding building, as an island on this area, is on the border between the inside and outside and provides all opportunities for meetings, which all contribute to social cohesion.
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The Elihu Benjamin Washburne House was built for and owned by Elihu Benjamin Washburne, a prominent Galena lawyer who served in Congress during the Civil War, and as Secretary of State and Minister to France under President Ulysses S. Grant, another famous Galenian. Constructed in 1844–45, the Washburne House is an example of late Greek Revival architecture. The house was built in the style of Greek temples and features a 2-story porch with four fluted Doric columns.
The Washburne House is a declared Illinois State Historic Site, and was also listed in 1973 on the National Register of Historic Places. Additionally, the Washburne House is a contributing structure in the Galena Historic District which encompasses 85 percent of the City of Galena and includes more than 800 properties. The Galena Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1969, with modifications in 2013.
Galena is the seat of Jo Daviess County in the northwest corner of Illinois. This is the unglaciated area of northwestern Illinois. The rolling hills, history and abundant 19th century architecture draws visitors from throughout the country. The estimated population of Galena in 2019 was 3,158.
In this huge open pit in Germany lignite ('Braunkohle') is being gained in order to fulfil our energy needs. One can see the chimneys of the powerplants blazing out the carbondioxe in the air. Burning coal produces lots of carbondioxide and contributes massively to the warming of the planet and changing the climate.
The name of this mining project is Garzweiler, actually the name of the village that has disappeared because of the mining.
Help out my daughter, contribute your pictures to the MKE elevate campaign. Come on all you Milwaukee area artists, what do you see around the city that is making Milwaukee healthy or unhealthy. Email your pictures to MKEelevate@milwaukee.gov
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"Nothing contributes so much to tranquilize the mind as a steady purpose - a point on which the soul may fix its intellectual eye.” - Mary Shelley
Perhaps too many youngsters contributed to his gray hair.
Northern Cardinal
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Tucked into the northwest corner of Illinois is the City of Galena, a small town known for its well-preserved 19th-century buildings, shopping, dining, entertainment, and an abundance of historic houses and mansions that are now bed and breakfasts. Galena also was the home of Ulysses S. Grant when he was elected the 18th President of the United States in 1868.
On the corner at 201 S. Main St. is the Schmohl Building, an Italian style two-part commercial block built in 1887. Next to it is another Italianate style commercial building whose name has been lost to history that was built in 1848. Nearly every building in this southerly view of the west side of the 200 block of S. Main St. is a contributing property in the Galena Historic District, which encompasses a remarkable 85 percent of the City of Galena and includes more than 800 properties. The Galena Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1969, with modifications in 2013.
Galena is the seat of Jo Daviess County. This is the un-glaciated area of northwestern Illinois. The rolling hills, history and abundant 19th century architecture draws visitors from throughout the country. The estimated population of Galena in 2019 was 3,158.
Unbestimmte Fliege mit Tropfen/ unknown fly with drop
Der Grund für dieses Verhalten ist offenbar noch nicht abschließend geklärt: es könnte zur Verdauung beitragen oder zur Regelung der Temperatur.
The reason for this behavior is apparently not yet conclusively clarified: it could contribute to digestion or to regulating the temperature.
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Heute war es zwar nur 10° "warm"... aber sonnig und windstill im Garten - ich habe mehrere Fliegen mit solchen Tropfen fotografiert.
Shot near a patch of water logged paddyfields after the prolonged rains we are having these days. There is a untilled field with shallow water next to the fields that attracted a variety of birds.
This Kingfisher, is a very common bird in our part of the country found in urban areas and countryside alike. It was hunting in the shallow water for crabs and frogs and patiently waiting for opportunity. I think it dived a few times judging by its muddy beak and caught something. But it wanted more and patiently waited and dived a few minutes later. It missed and flew off to another perch.
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Sunlit Tulips with trees and sky in background. Still loving the 105 with the D300.
Used a polarizer filter on camera and sharpened for web. Speed lights are pointing a way from tulips and did not contribute to shot.
Another take on Halnaker tunnel taken from a different point of view. I like how the shadow and light pattern on a bright sunny day contributes to the geometry of the image..
The Garden sits nestled in the West Hills of Portland, Oregon overlooking the city and providing a tranquil, urban oasis for locals and travelers alike. Designed in 1963, it encompasses 12 acres with eight separate garden styles, and includes an authentic Japanese Tea House, meandering streams, intimate walkways, and a spectacular view of Mt. Hood. This is a place to discard worldly thoughts and concerns and see oneself as a small but integral part of the universe.
Born out of a hope that the experience of peace can contribute to a long lasting peace. Born out of a belief in the power of cultural exchange. Born out of a belief in the excellence of craft, evidence in the Garden itself and the activities that come from it. Born out of a realization that all of these things are made more real and possible if we honor our connection to nature.
A view of the businesses on the south side of Lincoln's historic courthouse square. This view looks to the east at the 500 block of Pulaski St. from S. Kickapoo St. the 100 block of S. Kickapoo St. in downtown Lincoln. All of the properties in this view lie within the Lincoln Courthouse Square Historic District that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
On the corner is the former First National Bank Building, which more recently has been used as a senior center. This neoclassical style building was constructed about 1915 and is one of two architecturally significant buildings in this block. The third building from the corner, known as the Arcade Building, is the other structure in this block that makes a significant contribution to the historic district. The Mission style Arcade Building was constructed in 1929 and is the design of architect John M. Deal. The building features terra cotta and tile trim, with shops open off the interior arcade as well as off the front part of the structure.
The remaining structures on this block are late 19th century Italianate and early 20th century commercial buildings. All but one at the opposite end of the block are contributing properties in the historic district.
Lincoln is the seat of Logan County, which is situated in central Illinois approximately 26 miles northeast of Springfield, the state capitol. The estimated population of Lincoln in 2018 was 13,685.
Hello there! I hope all is well! Happy Humpday my friends! I am here with a Sunny/Beachy post today featuring Chez Moi Furniture with the Brand New Sombrero Tiki Bench at the Cosmopolitan Event. This bench is that statement piece that will jazz up any beachfront. It's really dramatic! It is filled with some nice animations and with the size of it I was able to decorate by the seating area and add things like the Caliente BBQ from {What Next} to contribute to a nice day at the beach! It is available with Adult or PG versions. It is also 20% off while at the event. Greenery from Studio Skye & [DDD]. Decor from Trompe Loeil, Dust Bunny and Headhunters to name a few. I have full credits and details on the blog. Feel free to have a look! Thank you so much for the support and I wish all of you a blessed day! xoxo Ebony
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