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Seagull at Kaka Point, South Island (New Zealand).
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Come discover the quiet wild of Mullein Woods with a new build by the Nature Collective. Get lost among the trees and explore nature as it was meant to be - natural, alive and full of wonder and beauty. Explore by foot or by train - on the path or off the beaten path - just get out and explore!
P.S. Don't forget to grab a copy of the Explorer HUD before you leave - there are many more beautiful places in The Nature Collective just waiting to be explored by you!
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In 1990, Archaeological Survey of India discovered a sunken apsidal stepped well along with few sculptures inside it. This stepped well is located immediately to the north of the Shore Temple, its south edge abutting the northern wall of the Shore Temple. On the extreme south of this newly discovered shrine is placed a monolith statue of Varaha (Boar)in its zoomorphic form. This image is carved in round from a single boulder. The statue was found severely damaged, however, with efforts from ASI restorers, we now see this image in its near original glory. The other element of this stepped well is a slender cylindrical shrine constructed partly in rock and partly in stone. Beyond this cylindrical shrine, further northward, is a circular cistern or mini-well. This is cut downwards with a circular rim-like stone placed at the ground level.
ASI report mentions that this well provides potable water though situated near the ocean. Though Rabe accepts these sockets for the capstones of a well, however, he suggests that these might be constructed to hold the ‘pillar of victory’ taken by Narasimhavarman I from Vatapi (Badami) which probably was installed here.
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Rabe2 tries to explain political reason behind the systematic destruction of this Varaha image. Rabe suggests that this Varaha monolith was severely and systematically butchered when the Chalukya king Vikramaditya I invaded the Pallava kingdom. The rationale behind this destruction was the submissive and prostrated attitude of the Varaha (Boar) Varaha was the dynastic crest of the Chalukyas. This specific posture of Varaha might be taken as a reference to the subjugation of the Chalukyas by the Pallava king Narasimhavarman I. And to take revenge, the Chalukyan army destroyed this Varaha image while marching forward into the Pallava kingdom.
Inscriptions On the Varaha (boar) monolith –
The Varaha sculpture is carved out of the mother rock like the three other animal sculptures in the Five Rathas nearby. It has four birudas (titles) of Rajasimha Pallava, some of his favorites, inscribed upon the base, in Sanskrit in the Pallava Grantha script. The birudas on the side are “Sri RajasimhaH” “Sri RanajayaH” and “Sri BharaH”. The biruda on the rear, under the varaha’s tail, is “Sri Citra KaarmukaH”. Between the legs of the boar on both the and under its tail, leaves of acquatic plants are sculpted. These are similar to those at the base of the Varaha and Gajalakshmi panels in the Varaha Mandapam. These indicate that the boar which represents Vishnu, is diving under water, not merely digging.
However, how to explain the engraved titles of Rajasimha, as the Chalukyan attacked the Pallava kingdom before the reign of Rajasimha. To explain it, Rabe tells that it was most possible that like other monoliths, this Varaha was also executed during the period of Narasimhavarman I(630–668 AD). Therefore, when the Chalukyas attacked the Pallavas, during the reign of Narasimhavarman I and Parameshvaravarman I, this monolith was present in the temple complex. As the Varaha was destroyed before the reign of Rajasimha (695 to 722 AD), it was Rajasimha who restored it and that’s how we find his titles engraved on it. (Above description source Internet). Location - Mada Koil St, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu 603104, India
Where one can discover the illuminated splendor of Lahore Fort and Huzoori Bagh with the History by Night tour by the Walled City of Lahore Authority. Where history dances under the stars.
An enchanting and mesmerizing tour to Mughal era, like traveling in a time machine to the court of Emperor Akbar where a captivating saga of grandeur and magnificence unfolded. Renowned for their refined tastes and opulent lifestyles, the Mughal emperors orchestrated nightly spectacles that went far beyond the ordinary, embracing the extraordinary with unparalleled finesse. For the Mughals, the shroud of darkness wasn’t merely an absence of light; it served as a canvas upon which they painted a vibrant tapestry of extravagant entertainment, a testament to their sophisticated sensibilities and profound love for the arts. Immersed in a rich fusion of art, music, dance, and culinary brilliance, these imperial evenings not only dispelled the shadows but also left an enduring imprint on the pages of history.
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Quando i giorni di una vacanza iniziano ad accorciarsi verso la fine, la malinconia prende spazio.
E proprio durante quella transizione ho fatto questi ultimi scatti in un luogo che, a prescindere dalle condizioni meteo, ti mette di fronte a dei contrasti di bellezza e colori che raramente si dimenticheranno.
I happened to discover the spiral staircase in this shot by a stroke of luck. I was passing by the Golden Mile Tower, and was curious to see that there was a movie complex The Projector attached to the tower.
The lifts were out of order, so I had to take the stairs. It turns out the staircase turned out to be a spiral one. This spiral staircase is truly a rather welll-hidden and dare I say, one that may descent into obscurity in the near future.
It was not surprising to see the cineplex so quiet and devoid of people as many people, especially the younger ones may not be aware of this place.
A nice red Letterbox and Door I found in Berne, Switzerland. Shot with my Sony A7 Mii and the beloved Zeiss Batis 1.8/85mm a F=1.8. Might be bokehlicious.....
The top of the Astronomical Clock Tower, Prague.
The higher the position, the more you can discover@
“And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don't believe in magic will never find it.” ― Roald Dahl
Photo captured at MONOCLE MAN Gallerys and Club Flyworld
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I haven’t bothered you since the beginning of the lockdown in France (March 17) with my little " Diablotin de Provence" (Empusa larva). But it was present (at least since October 13) almost always on the same place, in a blanket flower plant of my garden. For a week, I couldn’t spot him, but it wasn’t the first time it happened.
May 9, 5:40 pm:
This afternoon, I discovered on this place this beautiful empusa imago with a straight abdomen covered with wings.
This rainy afternoon does not give favorable lighting conditions, especially since this small insect, once become imago, is more fierce than before and sinks deeply into the heart of the plant, making the automatic focusing system inoperative...
I hope the sun will be back before it flight away far from its flower blanket!!!
Since it hasn't any ‘feather’ type antennae, it's a female imago.
Inktober 2024, October 2. Prompt: discover. After my recent puppy time, I was keen to do a pup learning about the world!
Petra is a historic and archaeological city in southern Jordan. The area around Petra has been inhabited from as early as 7000 BC, and the Nabataeans might have settled in what would become the capital city of their kingdom as early as the 4th century BC.
The city is accessed through a 1.2-kilometre-long (0.75 mi) gorge called the Siq, which leads directly to the Khazneh, the most elaborate temples in Petra, known also as "The Treasury".
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Beautiful weeping willow tree on the waterfront trail of Lake Ontario near Ingrid road in Squires beach , photograph converted to black and white using Flickr weathered filter , Martin’s photographs , Pickering , Ontario , Canada , March 26. 2019
weeping willow tree
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Beached driftwood log
burned driftwood log
lakeshore of Lake Ontario
Rotary park
waterfront trail in Squires beach
Rotary park shore
icicles on the ice covered rocks
March 2019
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Puddles
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Sign Board
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Sunset over Duffins Marsh
Rod iron railings
boat launch
canoe
canoe boat launch
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Canada
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Discovery Bay
Tall grasses
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Bridge across Duffins Creek
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In Explore
What’s going on guys? With the fall equinox, or as we call it here chicagohenge, just around the corner the weather mood is noticeably different here in the midwest. I plan on keeping up for a little while with the summer vibes but the storms are on the way. This is the image taken during the spring equinox with that golden light cutting trough the city. What do you think?
Discover the breathtaking ceiling of Antwerp Central Station — often called the "Railway Cathedral." This architectural gem blends grandeur with history, showcasing intricate design and timeless elegance. A must-see for architecture lovers and travelers alike.
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Entdecke das atemberaubende Deckengewölbe des Antwerpener Hauptbahnhofs – auch bekannt als „Eisenbahnkathedrale“. Dieses architektonische Meisterwerk vereint Pracht und Geschichte mit kunstvollem Design und zeitloser Eleganz. Ein Muss für Architekturbegeisterte und Reisende.
Discovered her this morning when I went to feed the birds. She was prepared to flee, but I was able to convince her to stay. She did while I filled two feeders, one about a meter (three feet) away, and then refilled the birdbath.
Make sure you keep plenty of water out for birds and other animals during this awful heat.