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In the northeastern corner of Jo Daviess County, just below the Illinois and Wisconsin state line, is the Village of Warren, population 1,304 according to a 2019 estimate. This photo shows the commercial buildings on the north side of E. Main Street in the Warren Commercial Historic District. The district, which is concentrated along both sides of the railroad tracks on Main and Railroad Streets, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1995, and encompasses the town's central business district including 34 contributing buildings.
Development in the district began in 1852, the year that the Illinois Central Railroad came to Warren, and continued into the twentieth century. Most of the buildings in the historic district are vernacular brick commercial structures with pressed metal or brick ornamentation, though examples of Victorian or Classical Revival architecture can also be seen.
Warren is the location of the Jo Daviess County Fair. Held annually in August, it is the oldest county fair in the state of Illinois. Jo Daviess County, located in the northwestern corner of Illinois, is known for its scenic stretches of road and valley views, and for Galena, its picturesque county seat.
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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.
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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My sister made this cork board for me. It is enclosed in an old picture frame and looks beautiful. I obviously was more than willing to help with contributing the corks from drinking wine.
A corner view of the Fiddick House in Galena. John Fiddick was born in Cornwell, England in 1826. He immigrated to the United States in 1841, and became a prominent dry goods merchant in Galena. Fiddick built this beautiful Second Empire style mansion in 1859, with additions made in 1883. He lived to the age of 92, and is buried in Galena's Greenwood Cemetery along with his wife, Mary.
This angle also provides a glimpse of the Asa Haile Row House next door. This Federal-style brick home with Greek Revival accents was constructed in 1856 for Asa Haile Row, a riverboat captain and successful mason. Both the Fiddick House and Row House are contributing properties 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.
Constructed in 1886, Feehan Hall was built by St. Michael's parish and used as St. Michael's Annunciation School until the 1960s.
Feehan Hall is named in honor of Patrick A. Feehan, Archbishop of Chicago from 1880 until 1902. The building was designed in Romanesque Revival style by Dubuque contractor and architect John Keenan.
Early photos of this building reveal the tower as once being twice as high. The upper half of the tower was removed in 1949. SInce 1969 the former school has been used as the Galena Arts and Recreation Center.
Feehan Hall 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 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.
This shot is from my Guest of the Week. Photographer Gwen Ling who is also my Jewel Box "Beyond Project" partner. Hopefully the Jewel Box will be supported and enable me to contribute more images of Singapore for your viewing pleasure. Those who purchased the Jewel Box will enjoy special discount privileges from licensing of images within my flickr stream. Thank you. I only did some minor surgery to pop out the details.
Frank Gehry's famous wooden staircase in the Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto. Great to see him contributing to the architecture of his birthplace.
The backstory is that I met the homeowner who grew flowers in abundance. Her ten-year-old granddaughter came up with the idea of selling the flowers and giving the money to a local food bank. That sure touched my heart and I thanked them for their kindness and hard work (plus contributed to the cause). Kudos to Nana and her granddaughter! HSS!
Edited with an effect in Topaz Studio 2.
Thank you for your views and comments, greatly appreciated! Have a great day!
A migratory raptor from Central Asia, Eastern Europe that winters in India. They are quite similar to the Pallid Harriers and both these birds are often seen together and even hunt in the same habitat - grasslands. The prey base is also quite similar.
There were several males and few females when I visited the grasslands couple of weeks ago. But now, the females numbers are up and we could see a healthy number of them too. They were hunting and the area has nice perches that the birds were resting on late evening. Both Montagu's Harrier males and females and Pallid females were seen in good numbers, but missing are the Pallid males and Western Marsh Harriers - for which surprisingly, the sightings are in low numbers this season so far. One reason I can think of for the low Marsh Harrier numbers could be that the lakes are too full due to which there are very few waders in our region. This lack of prey may have contributed to fewer numbers I believe.
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It's my favourite time of year on Flickr again: Roid Week! Go to the pool right now and check it out - there's some fantastic work there, and it's not too late to contribute, it'll be running all week!
Seen on Higher Hyde Heath Nature Reserve.
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The silver-studded blue (Plebejus argus) is a butterfly in the family Lycaenidae. It has bright blue wings rimmed in black with white edges and silver spots on its hindwings, lending it the name of the silver-studded blue. P. argus can be found across Europe and east across the Palearctic, but it is most often studied in the United Kingdom where the species has experienced a severe decline in population due to habitat loss and fragmentation.
P. argus engages in mutualism with ants that contribute to the butterflies' reproductive fitness by providing protection from predation and parasitism from the point of egg laying to their emergence as adults. P. argus adults emerge at the end of June and beginning of July and engage in flight until the beginning of August.
The butterfly is adaptable to different habitats and is found in heathland, mossland, and limestone grassland. Tending towards a sedentary lifestyle and typically flying less than 20 metres (66 ft) a day, P. argus maintains a small radius home range.[6] Their habitats lend themselves well to both foraging and egg laying as the host plants are ubiquitous in all three environments they occupy.
A view of the southwest corner of Pulaski & Kickapoo St., catty-corner from Logan County Courthouse in downtown Lincoln. The two late-nineteenth century Italianate buildings are in the 400 block of Pulaski St.
The corner building at 429 Pulaski St. was constructed around 1885 and is a contributing building in the district. The two-part commercial building next to it at 425-427 Pulaski St. dates to 1890. With its cast iron front, second story windows with decorative hood molds and a heavy, metal cornice, the structure is identified as a significant building in the district.
On the left is the older part of the Lincoln Grand 8 Theatre on S. Kickapoo St. The Lincoln Theater opened in early-1923 with the Lon Chaney film “John Quincy Adams Sawyer”. In addition to cinema, the theater featured an organ and live stage shows well into the 1930’s. The architectural style of the original theater is Italian Villa, a design that is typically asymmetrical while the Italianate style emphasizes symmetry.
In 1985, the Lincoln Theater was twinned, and was turned into a quad in the mid-1990s. A $6M addition in 2016 (not shown in this photo) added four more screens, 775 seats, a new lobby and exterior streetscape. Rechristened as the Lincoln Grand 8, the theater closed in late 2018 after the owners defaulted on a $3.9M bank loan. Additionally, the city of Lincoln, which had bet on the theater project helping to attract more business and customers downtown, was out $2.3M in Tax Increment Financing (TIF) bond proceeds.
In the fall of 2020, the Lincoln Grand 8 Theater hit the market for $1.2M. The sale includes more than 42,000 square feet spread among three buildings - the original theater which opened in 1922, the 2016 addition, and a 1920s-built commercial building at the corner of S. Kickapoo and Clinton St. In 2021 it was taken over and reopened by VIP Cinemas.
Both of the 19th century Italianate buildings on Pulaski St., along with the Lincoln Theatre, are contributing properties in the Lincoln Courthouse Square Historic District that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
First settled in the 1830s, Lincoln is the only town in the United Stated that was named for Abraham Lincoln before he became president. Mr. Lincoln practiced law here from 1847 to 1859. Lincoln is the seat of Logan County, which is situated in central Illinois approximately 26 miles northeast of Springfield, the state capitol. The population of Lincoln at the 2020 census was 13,288.
The first Class 483 movement of the day is an ECS movement from the depot. The unit pulls forward before reversing into platform two at Ryde St Johns Road before pulling forward for the second time to access the points to cross over to the Ryde line and platform 1. This was the first movement for over 24 hours, the third rail was covered with rust and ice which contributed to a nice light show.
The time is 0515 and we are looking south from platform two. Ryde St Johns still sports a very nice station a delicious signal box and a cluster of delightful upper quadrant semaphore signals.
Here we see the only surviving operational class 483 number 006 getting into position before working the 0535 Ryde St Johns Road to Ryde Pier Head.
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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
This Philadelphia Vireo has gleaned a berry to provide for its daily needs and to contribute to its migration south. It was foraging in Confederation Park, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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.
Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve
Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh
India
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
25-march-2022: Lake Cerknica (now only Cerknica Basin/Cerkniško polje), although with variations in water level, in the past was present for most of the year (there have been many years in which it has always been present), often reaching the dimensions that make it, temporarily, the largest lake in the State, while the periods of emptying were very rare and short (from a few days to a maximum of 2-3 weeks), resulting, at least until the 1990s, the ONLY EXAMPLE in the World of fish adaptation to survive in the aquifers in complete darkness for even 15-20 days; the fish re-emerged, alive, when the rains returned, together with the water coming out of the sinkholes that become resurgences.
So, a symbol of life.
But...
For about twenty years now, and more and more markedly year after year, the water disappears for ever longer times (now we are talking about months, not days or a couple of weeks) and with great frequency, even in the wettest seasons, such as spring and autumn, naturally fish fauna that ends up in the sinkholes today, dies.
So, what was a miracle of life has turned into a no-return tunnel of death and all this in front of my eyes, in my short life.
More in general...
Nature has altered its weather patterns and now the change has become climatic, it is no longer a matter of single, local, episodes or anomalies, but of a now full-blown "new normal".
This has a series of consequences on the environment that will become progressively more serious and will lead to a real economic crisis to try to pay for the damages (I would no longer speak of prevention, that phase, highly ignored, is now over) and water, in many places in the world it will become much more expensive than oil or gas.
Surface desertification has many faces and they all converge in that direction, especially in the Mediterranean area, as far as Europe is concerned.
It must be known that rain also contributes to desertification, with an irregular distribution in time, space and quantity and often with extreme phenomena, heavy rains "wash away" the soil, depleting it in full harmony with the long dry periods, they work together.
The areas that in the past lived on precarious natural balances are now the first (of a long series) that show clear signs of change...already happened once it became evident!
I don't know how much it affects man, I'm only interested in people being aware of the real situation.
What is certain is that the changes are evident even to a blind person and sincerely, although frequently harmful, rains of any kind, for the water tables, are absolutely necessary and I don't want to hear more people complain if they have to open the umbrella, they are blasphemies for Nature!!!
P3240409... June 2, 2025
Hazy sunset seen in Mississauga (Streetsville), Ontario today.
Distant wildfires are contributing to the haze, which made the Sun appear as a red planet.
Paphiopedilum, often called the Venus slipper, is a genus of the lady slipper orchid subfamily Cypripedioideae of the flowering plant family Orchidaceae. The genus is native to Southeast Asia, the Indian Subcontinent, southern China, New Guinea and the Solomon and Bismarck Islands.
Due to their popularity, Paphiopedilums have been ruthlessly gathered and poached from the wild, making them very rare or extinct there. As soon as a new species or population is discovered, poachers will take the plants for orchid collectors who pay large sums of money. Habitat destruction is an additional factor contributing to their rarity.
Perry Downtown Historic District is a national historic district located at Perry in Wyoming County, New York. The district encompasses 41 contributing buildings in the village of Perry. They are a variety of commercial, institutional, and governmental buildings with most built between 1850 and 1918. Most of the commercial buildings are two-stories and constructed of brick. They include the Town Hall (1909), Masonic Temple (1914), Bussey Block (1898), Bailey-Roche Block (c. 1836), A. Cole and Wygant Building (1867), Garrison Building (1901), Rufus Smith Block (1856), Howell Building (1895), Traver Place Apartments (1924), and the Wise Building (1903)
My recent trip to Wales also saw the opportunity to visit a Tern colony and work on my flight photography.
The early morning light and a lack of heat haze due to an onshore breeze helped contribute to some excellent shots.
Both Common and Arctic Tern’s nest at Cemlyn Lagoon, the black tip to the bill helps tell them apart.
I really must admit that I will always find it difficult to understand America. Sometimes it almost feels like you're speaking a different language than I. Mind you, I will soon be there to immerse myself in your culture.
Also, thanks for your comments yesterday about my travels. They are very helpful and will certainly contribute to the finalizing of my plans.
It doesn’t take much to make me overshoot a subject. Sharing the ones I like the most with the friendly folks here on Flickr is rewarding. Thanks for being a part of what helps fill my day. I appreciate sharing and of course seeing others work is always a good thing. Happy New Year to everyone who contributes to Flickr.
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.
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.
World Elephant Day has been celebrated every August 12th since 2012 to raise awareness for the need to protect and preserve elephants.
Elephants are an endangered species, and the animal’s population has shrunk significantly over the past few decades. For example, in Africa, there are only about 415,000 elephants remaining; in 1989, there were 600,000, and in 1979, there were 1.3 million. Many factors have contributed to population decrease, but one of the most significant is poaching. Poachers in Africa have illegally killed an estimated 110,000 elephants over the past decade - about one quarter of what Africa’s elephant population was 10 years ago.
This photo was taken in the Amboseli National Park which holds a large population.
"The Italian Hive"..."The MobLand Hive"..."The Hybrid Hive"
55 degrees, the bees are just starting to get active and the only sounds are the birds chirping. I am not sure I could paint a more perfect day.
The bee is declared the most important living being on the planet.
The Importance of Bees on World Bee Day!
1. Pollination Powerhouses: Bees are among the most efficient pollinators on the planet. They transfer pollen between flowers, facilitating the reproduction of many plants. This process is vital for the growth of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds.
2. Biodiversity Boosters: By pollinating a variety of plants, bees help maintain and enhance biodiversity. A diverse ecosystem is more resilient and can better withstand environmental changes.
3. Economic Impact: Bees contribute significantly to the economy. The pollination services they provide are estimated to be worth billions of dollars globally, supporting agriculture and food production.
4. Ecosystem Health: Healthy bee populations indicate a healthy environment. Bees help sustain other wildlife by supporting the growth of plants that provide food and habitat for various species.
Yesterday was Earth Day, which is actually our Home.
With the environmental problems that we are going through, if each one of us contributes with our very small part of taking care of the environment around us, we can have a slightly cleaner and healthier planet.
Today I leave here my little tribute to this special day.
I love nature, and I love to observe its most hidden details, what about you? :)
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.
La Oliva, Fuerteventura, Islas Canarias
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)
I know that Spring has definitely arrived when these delightful little songsters are contributing to the soundtrack, during my early morning dog-walk.
Suffolk.
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 Carlton Aldrich House is a two-story brick, irregularly shaped structure with an addition on the back. Built in 1902, the house is a variation of the Georgian Revival-style.
Carlton Aldrich (1829-1917) was born in Chesire County, New York in 1829. While living in the east, Aldrich taught school, worked on a fishing schooner, and was the operator of a wooden pail and box factory. He came to McLean County in 1860, and in 1868 he opened a grain elevator in the town of McLean in 1868.
In 1897 he and his son, Frank, established a banking business, which in 1906 was incorporated under the name of the McLean State Bank, with Carlton Aldrich as president. He moved to Bloomington and built this house on Franklin Square in 1902. He retained the bank presidency until his death in 1917 at the age of 88-years-old.
The Carlton Aldrich 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 home to State Farm Insurance, Country Financial and Beer Nuts. Illinois Wesleyan University is located here, while the neighboring city of Normal is home to Illinois State University and Heartland Community College. 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.
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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Noto Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Noto in Sicily, Italy. Its construction, in the style of the Sicilian Baroque, began in the early 18th century and was completed in 1776. It is dedicated to Saint Nicholas of Myra, and has been the cathedral of the Diocese of Noto since the diocese's establishment in 1844.
The cathedral dome collapsed in 1996 as a result of unremedied structural weakening caused by an earthquake in 1990, to which injudicious building alterations in the 1950s may have contributed. It has since been rebuilt, and was reopened in 2007.
Construction of the Church of St Nicholas began in the early 18th century, as part of the general reconstruction in Sicily following the devastating earthquake of 1693.
The long interval between the beginning of the building, to designs by Rosario Gagliardi, and its completion in 1776 under the supervision of Bernardo Labisi, probably accounts for various peculiarities and inconsistencies of design, and the introduction of Neo-Classical elements. Moreover, the principal doorways are revivals of 15th-century architecture, based on the style of Vignola or Domenico Fontana. The large central window of the west front, with its "ears" and curvilinear tympanum borrows from the repertoire of Andrea Pozzo and resembles work elsewhere in Noto by Francesco Paolo Labisi (for example, the Chiesa del Carmine).
The façade, the composition of which is comparable to those of the church of Notre-Dame, Versailles, and the pre-revolutionary church of Saint-Roch in Paris, was started in late 1767 (the nearby campanile bears the date 1768) to designs of about 1740 by Gagliardi.
In the 19th century the dome had to be reconstructed twice, ending up as a Neo-Classical construction, after collapses caused by earthquakes. In the 1950s much refurbishment was carried out, not entirely successfully, for example the trompe-l'œil of the vertical elements and the tempera decoration of the vaults by the painters Arduino and Baldinelli, as well as major alterations to the high altar and the organ. Most serious however was the replacement of the original pitched roof of the nave by a heavy loft of Roman brick and concrete which was probably one of the causes of the collapse of 1996.
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.
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.
Thanks to everyone for your visiting, favs & comments :).
The Importance of Farmland in Cornwall
More than 70% of Cornwall’s land is dedicated to agriculture, making it a vital part of the region’s economy and ecosystem. The fertile soil and favorable climate allow for the cultivation of a wide variety of crops, including fruits, vegetables, and cereals. Additionally, Cornwall is known for its dairy farming, producing high-quality milk and cheese.
The abundance of farmland in Cornwall not only provides us with nutritious food but also contributes to the preservation of the region’s natural resources. Sustainable farming practices, such as organic farming and agroforestry, can help enhance soil quality, reduce pollution, and support wildlife habitats. By working collaboratively with farmers, we can ensure that nature thrives alongside agricultural activities.
Exploring Cornwall’s Agricultural Landscape
Cornwall is home to expansive farmlands, with picturesque countryside vistas that attract visitors from around the world. The largest county in the South West, Devon, has around 72.4 percent of its land dedicated to commercial farm holdings, with a majority of it consisting of grasslands. This creates a lush and vibrant landscape that adds to Cornwall’s allure as a tourism hotspot.
Shot with the nikon D3 and the Nikon 50mm 1.4G.
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.
Sir Eduardo Paolozzi (1924-2005) was a Scottish artist who contributed numerous works of art to the London streetscape. This is a Grade II listed ventilation shaft for an underground car park.
Happy Bench Monday!
November sky, looking across the bay towards Dungeness. A very different mood from yesterday .
"The thinnest yellow light of November is more warming and exhilarating than any wine they tell of.
The mite which November contributes becomes equal in value to the bounty of July."
- Henry David Thoreau
A view of the west side of the 200 block of S. Main as seen from E. Market St. This intersection of S, Main and E. Market is on the southwest corner of the courthouse square. All of the buildings in this view are contributing properties in the Caldwell County Courthouse Square Historic District listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
On the corner at 201 S. Main St. is the S. J. Henderson Building constructed in 1889-1890, and which originally housed the dry goods business of a Mr. A. Weinbaum. The large painted mural on the north side of the building proudly declares Lockhart as the BBQ Capital of Texas, a honor bestowed upon this community in 1999 by the Texas Legislature.
This one and a half story building with a parapet appears to be a two-story building. Along the upper portion of the east and northeast sides of th building are false slatted windows with round arches. Iron columns that once flanked the building's entrance have been removed.
At 203 and 205 S. Main St. are a pair of two-story commercial buildings. The closest of these is the August Walters Building that was constructed in 1890. August Walters was a saddle and harness maker, and also was a gunsmith.
This two-story brick and stone building has its main facade intact. Divided into three bays by brick pilasters, the first floor contains a central double door with rounded transom, flanked by wide display windows with rounded transoms. Three round arched windows pierce the second floor and are horizontally joined by a raised stringcourse joining the hood molds. The building is now painted blue with white trim.
To the immediate south of the August Walters Building at 205 S. Main St. is the E. L. Bowden Warehouse. Constructed in 1900 as a warehouse for Mr. Bowden's dry goods business, the facade of the building is now painted light blue with white trim.
The three-bay facade contains a central double door flanked by double windows on each side. Each of the openings are embellished by a segmental arched transom. The three second floor windows have segmental arches and are joined by a stringcourse.
Next, located at 211 S. Main St., is a three-story red brick structure with white stone trim that was built in 1925 for the Lockhart Masonic Lodge #690. On the corner, but blocked from our view by the Masonic Temple, is the Dr. Eugene Clark Library. Both the Masonic Temple and library will be shown in detail in an upcoming post.
Lockhart, a community of 14,811 at the 2020 census, is the seat of Caldwell County and is located just 30 miles south of the state capital in downtown Austin. Lockhart's square and downtown is filled with late 19th and early 20th century buildings, nearly all contributing properties to the historic district. The city's turn-of-the-century appearance has attracted the attention of film makers. Over 50 films for the theater and TV have been shot in whole or in part in Lockhart, including the 1996 Christopher Guest comedy film Waiting for Guffman and the 1993 drama What's Eating Gilbert Grape.