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Oil City Downtown Commercial Historic District is a national historic district located at Oil City, Venango County, Pennsylvania. The district includes 51 contributing buildings and 2 contributing structures in the central business district of Oil City. It primarily includes commercial buildings in a variety of popular architectural styles including Romanesque Revival, Colonial Revival, and Italianate. Notable buildings include the General Telephone Company Building (1942), Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church (1924), Oil City Boiler Works, Downs Block (1894), Veach Block (1896, 1913), Drake Building (1928), and Oil City National Bank (1926). It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1997.
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There are so many factors that contribute to the colors of the sunset over the ocean. My preference is the ones that are softer, in more pastel shades. This moment was captured seconds after the sun no longer was visible using a long exposure with movement. The flocks of birds are a common sight at this glorious hour. It's as if they were gone for the day and now at sunset know it's time to head home. I never tire of this experience, and it's the perfect ending to any day.
The 900 block of N. McClean Street, on the east side of Bloomington's Franklin Square, has an interesting history in terms of Illinois politics. Of the four stately residences on this block, three were home to late 19th and early 20th century gubernatorial candidates: Joseph W. Fifer, who served one term as Illinois Governor from 1889 to 1893; Adlai Stevenson I, who served as Vice President of the United States under Grover Cleveland from 1893 to 1897, but then lost a close race for governor in 1908; and Frank H. Funk, who ran and lost as the Progressive "Bull Moose" Party candidate for Illinois Governor in 1912.
This post looks at the Queen Anne style Bates-Funk House which was built about 1891 for T. M. Dates, the superintendent of transportation for the Chicago and Alton Railroad Company. Frank H. Funk (1869-19, grandson of McLean County pioneer Isaac Funk, lived in the house from 1897 to 1924.
Frank Funk was born in Bloomington in 1869. He was a Yale graduate, managed over 2,000 acres of farmland, and also had an extensive political career. He was elected state senator to the Illinois General Assembly in 1909, and held that position until 1913. As previously noted, Funk ran for Illinois governor on the Bull Moose ticket in 1912 making him the third person living in the 900 block of N. McClean St. to be a party-nominated candidate for the Illinois governorship between 1888 and 1912. Frank Funk finished his political career as a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representative from 1921 to 1927. Funk died in Bloomington at the age of 71 in 1940.
The Bates-Funk House is a contributing property in Bloomington's Franklin Square Historic District, which is located northwest of downtown Bloomington. The Square is named in honor of Franklin Price, who was the mayor of Bloomington Mayor in 1856 when land for the Square was gifted to the city.
Franklin Square was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976, and was designated a local historic district in 1979. The houses of Franklin Square were built in a variety of architectural styles from the mid 19th century through the early 20th century, including Georgian Revival, Italianate, Colonial, Queen Anne, and Richardsonian Romanesque.
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 east side of the 300 block on N. Main St. in downtown Bloomington. The buildings in this block were destroyed in the disastrous fire of 1900 that reduced 45 buildings and 4-1/2 blocks in the core of downtown Bloomington to little more than smoking rubble, including the 1868 McLean County Courthouse. Bloomington was quick to begin the rebuilding process, and all of the structures on this block were completed in 1900 or 1901.
Six of the seven buildings on this block are contributing architectural properties in the Bloomington Central Business District that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1985. The district includes roughly twelve square blocks of the city and encompasses 140 buildings, 118 of which are contributing buildings to the district's historic character.
From left to right, the seven buildings are:
▪ George Brand Building, 1900, 319 N. Main St., Contributing.
▪ Weldon Building, 1901, 317 N. Main St., Contributing
▪ George Leader Building, Date Unknown, 315 N. Main St., Contributing
▪ Col. C. D. Smith Building, 1901, 313 N. Main St., Contributing
▪ McGregor Building, 1901, 311 N. Main St., Contributing
▪ Burke Building, 1900, 309 N. Main St., Contributing
▪ Durley Building, 1901, 301-307 N. Main St., Non-Contributing. Although this corner building at the opposite end of the block was completed in 1901, it has been remodeled giving the building a modern facade.
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.
Indeed, chess played a significant role in the cultural and intellectual life of the Ottoman Empire. The game's popularity extended across different social classes, and its strategic nature made it a valuable tool for military training and intellectual development.
The use of chess as a means of military education is noteworthy, as it reflects the recognition of the game's ability to enhance strategic thinking and planning. The Ottomans integrated chess into the curriculum of military academies, providing officers with a practical and enjoyable way to develop their strategic skills.
The artistic and cultural aspects of Ottoman chess sets highlight the intersection of chess with the broader artistic traditions of the time. The intricate designs and motifs inspired by Islamic art and architecture not only added aesthetic value to the chess sets but also showcased the cultural richness of the Ottoman Empire.
The existence of manuscripts and treatises on chess from the Ottoman period underscores the intellectual engagement with the game. These works not only discussed strategies and rules but also delved into the cultural and philosophical dimensions of chess. Such writings contributed to the broader intellectual heritage of the Ottoman Empire.
The widespread popularity of chess, evident in its presence in various social settings, from the courts of the sultans to coffeehouses, reflects its accessibility to people from different walks of life. The local variations and adaptations of the game over time further demonstrate its dynamic evolution within the Ottoman cultural context.
Overall, the history of chess in the Ottoman Empire is a fascinating chapter that highlights the multifaceted role of the game in shaping intellectual, artistic, and military aspects of society during that period.
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
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I have seen a few lonely leaf posting today (this one is a little crazy about her leaf and this one is...um...lonely). So, I thought I contribute mine :-)
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Part of our January Photo Walk
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Hazy sunset seen in Mississauga (Streetsville), Ontario today.
Distant wildfires are contributing to the haze, which made the Sun appear as a red planet.
First Trust Company Building is a historic commercial building located at Broadway and State Street in Albany, New York, United States. It was designed by noted architect Marcus T. Reynolds and built in 1904. Currently, it is the main offices of the Research Foundation for the State University of New York.
It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. It is also a contributing property to the Downtown Albany Historic District.
Autumn golden sunset (with a bit of smoke).
The US Pacific Northwest contributes a huge amount of the nation’s produce. Harvest season - Autumn or Fall if you prefer - is also a time of wildfire smoke impacting the human, animal & plant life of this area.
Washington grows 8B pounds (3.63B kg) of the 11B pounds of US apples produced in 2025 & has been the leading apple-growing State since the early 1920s.
In fact, WA leads also in pears, raspberries & blueberries - and has a significant grape harvest.
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Harbor of Antalya is a special magic place.
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CITY OWAYSEUG
Artist: Luke Swinson (@lukeswinsonart)
Photographer: Taylor Jones (@someone)
Location: Gaukel Street (between Joseph and Charles Street)
Medium: Mixed media mural
Luke Swinson is a visual artist with Anishinaabe roots from Kitchener, Ontario. A member of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, Luke’s work reflects his desire to better understand and reclaim his Indigenous culture. He seeks to promote cultural education and preservation through his art projects.
City Owayseug which means “city animals” in Anishinaabemowin is a reminder, in the heart of the city, of the relationship and responsibility we have to nature.
Using the street as a canvas, Swinson’s art contributes to an evolving transition of Gaukel Street into a pedestrian-first street and public space.
Shadow Bay is located on a large bay at the south end of Waldo Lake. It is wetter than either North Waldo or Islet, supporting a more diverse and prolific ground cover. Waldo Lake is a recreation gem of the Cascades (besides the hordes of mosquitoes in early summer). Waldo Lake is one of the largest natural lakes in Oregon. It has no permanent inlet to bring nutrients into the lake for plant growth. The lack of plant life contributes to its purity. You can see to depths of 120 feet on a calm day. It offers a uniquely peaceful setting on the water and along remote shorelines, surrounded by forests of Douglas fir and Western Hemlock. (taken from the US Forest Service web site) There was still smoke in the air from fires in the area. This lent to the look of haze along the shore line.
Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve
Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh
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Anyone interested in seeing one of the festivals held in India, check out the image in the first comment section.
The red junglefowl (Gallus gallus) is a tropical bird in the family Phasianidae. It ranges across much of Southeast Asia and parts of South Asia. It was formerly known as the Bankiva or Bankiva Fowl. It is the species that gave rise to the chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus); the grey junglefowl, Sri Lankan junglefowl and green junglefowl have also contributed genetic material to the gene pool of the chicken.
Evidence from the molecular level derived from whole-genome sequencing revealed that the chicken was domesticated from red junglefowl about 8,000 years ago, with this domestication event involving multiple maternal origins. Since then, their domestic form has spread around the world where they are kept by humans for their meat, eggs, and companionship.
The range of the wild form stretches from India, Nepal and Bangladesh in the west, and eastwards across southern China, to Indochina; south/southeast into Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, and Indonesia. Junglefowl/Chickens were one of three main animals (along with domesticated pigs and dogs) carried by early Austronesian peoples from Island Southeast Asia in their voyages to the islands of Oceania in prehistory, starting around 5,000 years BP. Today, their modern descendants are found throughout Micronesia, Melanesia, and Polynesia.
Red junglefowl prefer disturbed habitats and edges, both natural and human created. Apparently, the forage and thick cover in these sorts of areas are attractive to junglefowl, especially nesting females. Junglefowl use both deforested and regenerating forests. - Wikipedia
This was the day before a storm. The grey and purple clouds contributed to an unusual light that was still very bright in the middle of the day.
Windmills have become part of the Canarian landscape, silent witnesses of a past in which they played an important role in the economy of the islands. In the case of Fuerteventura, they existed profusely because this typology is developed mainly in arid or desert regions, taking the wind as a source of energy, to make up for the lack of water currents. To this contributed the almost permanent presence of air currents in the islands and the orography of the island, characterized by vast plains only "interrupted" by these peculiar constructions.
Their typologies are made up of two very different types, but one of them predominates numerically. The most abundant is defined by an architectural structure of flat circular plant, with truncated cone shape made of masonry, topped by an irregular conical or pyramidal wooden roof of which one of its parts is open to give exit to the axis of the blades. The interior is divided into two floors, with access to the upper floor by an interior staircase, in some cases, or exterior, in others. The other typology, of which there are fewer examples, is defined by a quadrangular building, on which rises a tower made with a framework of wooden railings, which supports the blades. In the center of the tower descends an axis that connects the gearing of the blades with the stones.
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A passerby walks across the Pont Alexandre III bridge on a cloudy December morning.
The Pont Alexandre III is considered one of the most extravagant and beautiful bridges in Paris, an impressive example of Belle Époque architecture and a masterpiece of steel construction for its time.
Built for the 1900 Universal Exposition to symbolize French-Russian friendship, its elaborate decorations, like the ornate lampposts make it a historical and artistic monument that offers stunning views of the Seine, Eiffel Tower, and Les Invalides.
The Pont Alexandre III connects the Champs-Élysées quarter with the Invalides and Eiffel Tower areas, providing a scenic connection between key Parisian landmarks. The bridge itself is a famous setting for romantic moments in films and photography, contributing to a general atmosphere of Parisian romance and elegance.
The derelict Myrtle B Fonteno Building in Houston, formerly used by the Mental Health Mental Retardation Authority of Harris County. You can learn as much as I know about the place by overriding your spell checker and searching for it. Now home to a lot of interesting graffiti, as we will see in due course. Many questions; e.g. Shouldn't the county manage this asset? How did the many contributing street artists allocate space?
I'll flip back to Waxahachie for more Renaissance portraits, but wanted to mix up the subjects and aspect ratios on my photo stream a little.
This is a three-shot merge, my first such attempt. Turns out to be trickier than I thought, but the result is not too bad.
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Excerpt from www.historicplaces.ca/en/rep-reg/place-lieu.aspx?id=10683:
Description of Historic Place
30 Moir Street is situated at the northern corner of Moir and Princess Streets in the former Village of Elora, now the Township of Centre Wellington. This two-storey red and yellow-brick building resembles the Italianate style and was constructed in 1868, with a sympathetic addition in 1900.
The property was designated, for its historic and architectural value, by the Township of Centre Wellington, under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act (By-law 2006-025).
Heritage Value
30 Moir Street was the home of John Godfrey, its first proprietor. Godfrey was a shoemaker, the Reeve of Elora from 1878 to 1880, and Postmaster from 1884 to 1892. The home then belonged to Godfrey's son, Thomas, who was also a shoemaker and the Postmaster from 1893 to 1912.
The house at 30 Moir Street was constructed of red-brick and has contrasting yellow-brick quoining and window trim. The gabled roof, projecting eaves and simple fascia contribute to the overall beauty of the home. The main façade has an impressive verandah supported by large white columns which creates a portico. The entrance is characterized by a multiple-light flat transom. A one-storey addition to the rear, built circa 1900, is sympathetic to the original style of the home.
Character defining elements that contribute to the heritage value of 30 Moir Street include its:
- red-brick with yellow-brick as an accent construction
- verandah supported by white columns
- entrance flanked on either side by lights
- multiple-light flat transom over entrance
- gabled roof
- original windows
A view of the house Ulysses S. Grant lived in when he was elected in 1868 as the 18th President of the United States. Constructed in 1859-60, the house was designed by William Dennison in Italianate style for Galena resident Alexander J. Jackson. When General Grant returned to the city in 1865 as a Civil War hero, he was presented the house—purchased by a group of prominent local Republicans, led by Elihu Benjamin Washburn whose mansion was featured here earlier.
Grant used the home as his official political and voting address, living there with his family during the 1868 presidential campaign, then for a few brief periods during his presidency (1869-1877) and retirement. He visited for the last time in 1880.
The house has been maintained as a memorial to President Grant since 1904, and is today managed by the Historic Preservation Division of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. The Grant Home was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1960 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. It is a contributing property in 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.
In 1988, the total population of this species was estimated at only 2,500 individuals. It is threatened with extinction due to the destruction of its habitats and illegal trade. In 2014, the Hyacinth Macaw moved up one position on the IUCN Red List, now being classified as "vulnerable" (VU).
Due to the fight against illegal trade and the creation of ecological reserves, the number of individuals of this species has increased slightly to approximately 4,000 in 2010. There are also conservation programs in the Pantanal for planting Manduvi and distributing artificial nests that may be contributing to the population increase of this Psittacidae.
Sadly due to the last fires in Pantanal, the species has been dramatically reduced.
Here you can see a wild Hyacinthy Macaw feeding at a Manduvi tree - Pantanal - Mato Grosso.
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City Palace, Udaipur, is a palace complex in Udaipur, in the Indian state Rajasthan. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years being contributed by several kings of the dynasty, starting by the Maharana Udai Singh II as the capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan in 1553, after he moved from Chittor. It is located on the east bank of the Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex. Udaipur was the historic capital of the former kingdom of Mewar in the Rajputana Agency and its last capital.
The City Palace in Udaipur was built in a flamboyant style and is considered the largest of its type in Rajasthan, a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, and was built on a hill top that gives a panoramic view of the city and its surrounding, including several historic monuments such as the Lake Palace in Lake Pichola, the Jag Mandir on another island in the lake, the Jagdish Temple close to the palace, the Monsoon Palace on top of an overlooking hillock nearby and the Neemach Mata temple. These structures are linked to the filming of the James Bond movie Octopussy, which features the Lake Palace and the Monsoon Palace. The subsequent publicity has resulted in the epithet of Udaipur as "Venice of the East".
In 2009, Udaipur was rated the top city in the World's Best Awards by Travel + Leisure
Thick ropes of water pulse earthward over the lip of the mighty Skógafoss in Southern Iceland. The cataract is 60 meters tall and produces incredible clouds of mist that nurtures the plants clinging to the surrounding walls. The abrupt transition we see here marks the former coastline that now demarcates the coastal lowlands from the highlands; the modern coastline is about 5 km to the south.
Skógafoss is probably one of the most photographed locations in Iceland, due to its easy accessibility (it's right off the main road with ample parking) and its thundering and misty charisma. I'm sure there are thousands of photographs just like this one.... so why contribute another? Thinking about this while looking at other people's photos, I can say one thing for sure: This photo evokes memories of my own particular experience, and the smells and sounds of a day out exploring with the family. I remember the cloud of Fulmars wheeling through the air, and I hear the song in my head as I climbed the trail to the top of the falls (Pearl Jam's 'Given to Fly'). I also marveled at the sheep grazing on distant near-vertical slopes, where one misstep would lead to a final bleating plunge. Other photos, while frequently technically superior or shot with more interesting light, never have quite the same facility.
Die Philharmonie Luxemburg, bekannt für ihre markante Architektur, hat 823 Säulen. Diese weißen, schlanken Säulen sind ein zentrales Merkmal des Gebäudes und umgeben den Konzertsaal, wodurch ein beeindruckender visueller Effekt entsteht. Sie wurden von dem Architekten Christian de Portzamparc entworfen und tragen wesentlich zur eleganten und modernen Ästhetik der Philharmonie bei.
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The Philharmonie Luxembourg, known for its striking architecture, features 823 columns. These sleek, white columns are a defining characteristic of the building, encircling the concert hall and creating an impressive visual effect. Designed by architect Christian de Portzamparc, they contribute significantly to the elegant and modern aesthetic of the Philharmonie. (Quelle: Internet)
This beautiful Queen Anne style house was constructed in 1890. The house is located on the west edge of the Jacksonville Historic District. Almost all architectural styles popular in Illinois from 1830 to the mid-1930s are represented in the district which was listed in 1978 on the National Register of Historic Places,
The central Illinois City of Jacksonville was founded in 1825 and is the seat of Morgan County. The population of Jacksonville was 17,616 at the 2020 census.
On our trip around Vancouver Island, we started in Victoria. While there, I took some time to travel down to the waterside to see the ocean. It struck me how calm it was at low tide. After composing and taking a shot of the now visible rocks, and smooth waters, I left thinking one comp was in the bag.
However, two kayakers soon appeared giving me an added idea that would contribute to that same image. I quickly returned to the same spot, and waited for them to enter my precomposed scene. Later it occurred to me how much more complete the shot was with these travellers than without them. And how thee narrative changed to something more interesting.
Excerpt from www.haltonhills.ca/en/explore-and-play/heritage-register....:
Lilac Lawns 475 Guelph Street, Norval: Lilac Lawns at 475 Guelph Street is a two-storey Classical Revival residential building constructed in 1854. The property contributes significantly to the historical character of the streetscape, including the lilac trees along the front of the existing house.
One of my final shots from my visit to Teignmouth so I thought I would give it a nice edit and make it a bit special......
Teignmouth is a historic Devon seaside town with origins dating back to at least the 7th century, evolving from a Saxon settlement into a thriving port and later a Victorian seaside resort.
The first recorded mention of Teignmouth, as Tengemuða meaning "mouth of the stream," dates to 1044, though the surrounding area was inhabited much earlier, with Saxon control of the Teign estuary documented from 682
Archaeological evidence suggests human activity in the area as far back as the Stone Age, and Roman artifacts indicate the town likely served as a small port and trading post during Roman times
Originally, Teignmouth consisted of two villages, East and West Teignmouth, separated by the Tame stream.
By the early 14th century, Teignmouth had become a significant port, second only to Dartmouth in Devon
East Teignmouth received a market charter in 1253, followed shortly by West Teignmouth.
The town contributed ships and men to the siege of Calais in 1347 and suffered multiple attacks by the French, including burnings in the 14th century and again in 1690.
Its strategic coastal location made it an important center for trade and commerce throughout the Middle Ages
In 1688, Teignmouth experienced the Teignmouth Riots, sparked by religious tensions between local non-conformists and visiting French Huguenots
From the 1800s onwards, the town expanded rapidly, transitioning from a fishing port associated with the Newfoundland cod industry to a fashionable Georgian seaside resort.
The opening of the South Devon Railway in 1846 further accelerated growth, making Teignmouth a popular destination for tourists and day-trippers.
Teignmouth has a rich maritime history, including shipbuilding at the Morgan Giles Shipyard and notable naval figures such as Admiral Pellew, who inspired C. S. Forester’s Hornblower character.
The town also has connections to historic shipwrecks, such as the 16th-century Venetian vessel discovered near the beach in 1975 .
Today, Teignmouth retains its historic charm while serving as a vibrant seaside town. Its port remains operational, and the town hosts cultural events like the annual Teignmouth Carnival
Local heritage is preserved at the Teign Heritage Centre, which houses archives, artifacts, and exhibitions detailing the town’s social and maritime history.
Teignmouth’s history reflects its resilience and adaptability, from ancient settlement and medieval trade to Victorian tourism and modern cultural preservation, making it a unique and historically rich destination in South Devon.
Taken with my Nikon D500.
I will post a series of (5) pictures to just give an idea of how it looks ... there's so much to see and enjoy!
Geology and climate are important contributing to the successful establishment of plants within the park. Deep deposits of volcanic ash combined with even rainfall, mild winters and warm summer temperatures are conducive to plant growth for a range of species from around the world. With this variety of plant types Pukekura is unique in offering a diverse range of landscapes from dense remnant tawa/mahoe/pukatea forest to broad lawns with annual bedding displays and themed garden plantings.
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It can have harmful effects on metabolism and contribute to all sorts of diseases.
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I'm not very happy with the result, but the message has to be said.
This sugar crystal's size is 1*0.5mm, the picture is cropped halve it's size.
Calendar cliché or not, mere mortals cannot resist this scene for its sheer 'stand-&-stare' qualities. (Mere mortals evidently don't drive white vans on the A82.)
Even late on in the morning a remarkable quality of light shone through. The compelling properties of that 'clingy' cumulus contributes to the overall wonder, also: a blank, blue sky would have photographically killed this image off, I reckon.
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Culture Days 2019 Painted Piano Community Project | Coordinated by Arts Milton & Co-created by the community members (2019) – Piano
The Culture Days 2019 community project was a painted piano and matching piano bench designed and facilitated by artist Aparna Rangnekar and co-created by dozens of community members during Culture Days. The upright piano and bench were primed with white paint, and Rangnekar used black acrylic paint to outline blossoms with music note and music clef centres. Community members contributed by painting in the blossoms with a selection of brightly hued acrylic paints in primary and secondary colours. The piano is maintained by the FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton, and is located on the second floor of the facility. It is available to be played by community members during open hours.
En un principio lo daba por lusus pero el dibujo de la macula me confunde... Si alguien quiere aportar algo bienvenido será...
At first I thought it was lusus but the drawing of the macula confuses me... If someone wants to contribute something, they are welcome...
The land area of Ooty features a wonderful blend of lofty mountains, plateaus, valleys, rivers, streams, lakes that contribute to the scenic advantage of the city.
After 18 photos of this small, west central Illinois community, today we say goodbye to Mount Sterling by offering a different view of the Brown County Courthouse, the place where our exploration began 20 days ago.
Completed in 1868 and rebuilt around 1940, the Brown County Courthouse is the second courthouse in the county's history. It is an anchor of the Mount Sterling Commercial Historic District that was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.
The 1868 building was a two-story, gable-roofed structure with a pedimented central portico, five openings on each floor of the facade (a door and four large windows on the first floor, and five pairs of narrow arch windows on the second), and a tall cupola at the center of the roof. The courthouse lasted in this form until 1939, when fire largely destroyed the building.
But instead of giving up on the remains and constructing a new courthouse, the county government chose to undertake a three-year rebuilding process. The body of the building is largely the same as before, but officials chose not to rebuild the cupola, and the courthouse was given a hip roof. The rebuilt courthouse has continued in use into the 21st century.
The population of Mount Sterling at the 2020 census was 2,006, while the population of Brown County was 6,244.
Sources:
National Register of Historic Places Nomination Form: Mount Sterling Commercial Historic District; Mount Sterling, Illinois (Wikipedia); Mount Sterling Commercial Historic District (Wikipedia), Brown County, Illinois (Wikipedia)
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Near Stapina, Velebit, Croatia.
STAPINA (1124 m) is the biggest and the most imposing rock in South Velebit. This high smooth conical rock by its shape reminds on milkman's tool piston (stap in croatian). The fact that this huge rock, on outstanding grassy peak with nice view, is well visible from afar contributes to the beauty and attractiveness of Stapina.
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Sector C2 Lake Park
Designed by Richard Night to be the playground of his model city, the City government officially dedicated Lake Park to his memory. The grandstand that was built in 2014 to commemorate his death still bears a bronze plaque with his name on it; one of the few items of metal in the Park not yet pried off it's fixture and sold by an ambitious punker.
Most of the only natural plant life in Night City grows in the Park. The Park itself is totally man-made, from the lake to the patches of trees, with specially bio-engineered foliage contributed as a gift by the Biotechnica Corporation.
By day the city owns the park; custodians keep it clean, and young mothers bring their children to play in a "natural" environment. But night is a different story. When the sun goes down, the "residents" emerge from the filth in which they have been hiding, and stalk the silent greenswards. The park is a very dangerous place at night, and there have been many disappearances.
It also home to the pack a homeless organization.
We're in the section of the castle that they call Generalife, and while people debate the exact meaning, it seems like this place really did contribute to the general life of the castle. There were gardens and shops over the area. We're behind the castle looking over the city of Granada. Militarily, I don't know why you'd allow a view of the walls from behind like this, but that's just me. This area has been redone several times since the 1492 conquest of the city by Catholic Spain, so it's not clear what this originally looked like
Architekturinszenierung „Colours of Life“
Als absolute Festival of Lights Institution trägt die juristische Fakultät der Humboldt Universität auch dieses Jahr wieder zu einem farbenfrohen Lichtspektakel am Bebelplatz bei. Das einst als königliche Bibliothek dienende Gebäude erstrahlt dieses Jahr mit einer kräftigen und leuchtenden Architekturinszenierung und entfaltet so seine volle Pracht.
Architectural production “Colours of Life”
As an absolute Festival of Lights institution, the Humboldt University Law Faculty is once again contributing to a colorful light spectacle at Bebelplatz this year. This year, the building that once served as the royal library shines with a strong and luminous architectural display, revealing its full splendor.
The mouth of the Bega River on the NSW Far South Coast. This is one of the few rivers presently contributing sand size sediment to its adjoining embayment. This only occurs during floods when flow velocities are sufficient to move coarse sediment through the estuarine basin, facilitated by the extensive infilling that has occurred over the last few thousand years. Because of their size, these sands can continue to nourish Tathra Beach. In non-flood times, breaking waves aided by flood tide currents can sweep some of the sediment back into the estuary. The balance between river flow, tidal currents and onshore wave power also controls the frequency and duration of river mouth opening.
Excerpt from www.historicplaces.ca/en/rep-reg/place-lieu.aspx?id=11218:
Description of Historic Place
Ferguson Cottage is located at 37 Grand Avenue South, on the southeast corner of St. Andrews Street South and Grand Avenue South, overlooking the Grand River to the east, in the former City of Galt, now the City of Cambridge. The one-storey limestone cottage was constructed in circa 1838 and designed in the early Scottish architectural style.
The property was designated, by the City of Cambridge, in 1981, for its architectural and historic value, under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act (By-law 1990).
Heritage Value
The Ferguson Cottage's location and orientation to the Grand River and to Grand Avenue creates a picturesque view contributing to the property's significance to the City of Cambridge.
The property was purchased in 1836 by William Ferguson, a prominent blacksmith and farmer. It remained in the Ferguson family for approximately 80 years. This limestone cottage is all that is left of the William Ferguson farm and it is regarded as one of the earliest surviving Scottish stone cottages, in the City of Cambridge.
The cottage is an excellent example of early Scottish architecture, a simple building with a symmetrical façade, hip roof and large chimneys. The material used to construct the cottage is local stone common to the area, which was cut in unusually large pieces. The façade is an early example of rock faced, ashlar limestone construction with rodded joints.
Character-Defining Elements
Character defining elements that contribute to the heritage value of Ferguson Cottage include its:
- six over six windows on the façade flanking the front door
- front entrance encased in a small porch, supported by two round wooden pillars
- plain wooden cornice surrounding the building
- hip roof with two double and jointed stone chimneys located in the middle of the north and south sides
- small window that is embedded in the north stone wall to a depth of 12 to 18 inches
- door flanked with two large six over six sash windows on the rear elevation
- gabled, shingled porch roof supported by six square wooden columns on the rear elevation
- large set back from Grand Avenue South
- proximity to the Grand River
- front entrance facing onto Grand Avenue South and rear elevation facing onto the Grand River