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Smiling Guggenmusik Performer – Weihere Schränzer in Schwäbisch Gmünd by I Q U [mostly OFF]

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A vibrant moment from the Guggenmusik festival in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany. A musician from the Swiss band "Weihere Schränzer" smiles warmly while playing the trombone, fully immersed in the festive atmosphere. Her dazzling costume, inspired by ancient Egyptian designs, adds to the spectacle of this unique carnival tradition.

Vintage Portrait of Hungarian Boy Holding Pipe, 1920s by Zsolt Gyurko

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Vintage photograph of a young boy in traditional Hungarian attire holding a pipe, circa 1920s.

Vintage Wedding Portrait of Bride and Groom in 1910s Ungvár, Hungary by Zsolt Gyurko

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A sepia-toned wedding portrait from the 1910s showing a bride and groom in formal attire, taken in Ungvár, Hungary (now Uzhhorod, Ukraine), with ornate studio decor and vintage detailing. Sandor Kohlmann

Celebration at a Hungarian wine tavern, 1950s by Zsolt Gyurko

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A black-and-white photograph from the 1950s showing a group of men celebrating at a Hungarian wine tavern. The scene features traditional wine barrels marked "Bikavér" (Bull's Blood) and "Kádár," rustic decor, and festive ambiance, likely during a New Year’s Eve (Szilveszter) celebration.

Vintage Hungarian Girl in Traditional Folk Costume, 1941 by Zsolt Gyurko

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A black-and-white photo of a young girl in traditional Hungarian attire from 1941, posing confidently.

Vintage Portrait of a Woman in Traditional Dress, Miskolc, Hungary, 1933 by Zsolt Gyurko

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Black and white vintage photo of a woman in traditional attire, standing indoors in a decorated room, 1933.

Vintage Portrait of Hungarian Woman in Traditional Attire, 1930s by Zsolt Gyurko

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Vintage black-and-white portrait of a woman in traditional Hungarian dress, taken in the 1930s by Foto Grunwald studio.

Portrait of a Girl in Traditional Hungarian Dress, Szeged, 1937 by Zsolt Gyurko

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A charming black-and-white portrait of a young girl in traditional Hungarian attire, taken in Szeged, Hungary, in 1937.

Vintage Hungarian Woman in Formal Dress, 1930s by Zsolt Gyurko

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A black-and-white photo of a Hungarian woman from the 1930s wearing a formal dark dress and standing confidently.

A formal black-and-white wedding portrait taken in 1948 by photographer Schillinger in Nagykőrös, Hungary. by Zsolt Gyurko

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The bride stands in an elegant, long-sleeved satin gown with an intricately embroidered lace veil and a floral headdress. She holds a delicate bouquet adorned with ribbons. The groom is dressed in a dark suit with a boutonnière on his lapel. Both subjects look directly at the camera with a reserved expression, typical of classic mid-20th-century portraiture. The photo captures the traditional attire and atmosphere of post-war Hungarian wedding customs.

1950s Hungarian Wedding Group Portrait at Szent László Church, Budapest by Zsolt Gyurko

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Vintage 1950s wedding group portrait in front of Szent László Church, Budapest, Hungary. Family celebration scene.

Vintage 1934 Wedding Portrait of a Couple in Szerencs, Hungary by Zsolt Gyurko

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Black and white studio wedding portrait of a young couple in traditional attire, taken in Szerencs, Hungary, 1934.

Vintage bride in traditional wedding dress holding bouquet, 1954, Hungary by Zsolt Gyurko

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Black and white portrait of a bride in 1954, Hungary, wearing a classic wedding dress and holding a floral bouquet.

The Lowe's Toronto Christmas Market. by Nisarg Lakhmani

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O Caminho Francês de Santiago: Peregrinos em Direção ao Alto del Perdón by Vítor Ribeiro

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Em Navarra, Espanha, peregrinos percorrem o Caminho Francês de Santiago rumo a Zariquiegui, numa etapa que antecede a ascensão à Serra do Perdão. O trilho de gravilha, que serpenteia entre campos cultivados e vegetação rasteira, serve como corredor para peregrinos e apoio rural. A Igreja de San Andrés, com a sua arquitetura românica tardia do século XIII, ergue-se no horizonte, não só como referência visual para a entrada na aldeia, mas também como ponto de orientação histórica e espiritual. Zariquiegui assume assim um papel estratégico na rota jacobeia, sendo a última povoação com serviços antes da exigente subida, e ilustra a profunda ligação entre a paisagem rural, o património arquitetónico medieval e a tradição secular de peregrinação na Europa, onde milhares de pessoas buscam uma experiência de introspeção e conexão com a história, perpetuando um caminho de fé, cultura e superação pessoal.

In Navarra, Spain, pilgrims walk the French Way of St. James towards Zariquiegui, in a stage that precedes the ascent to the Sierra del Perdón. The gravel trail, which winds through cultivated fields and undergrowth, serves as a corridor for pilgrims and rural support. The Church of San Andrés, with its late 13th-century Romanesque architecture, rises on the horizon, not only as a visual reference for the entrance to the village, but also as a point of historical and spiritual orientation. Zariquiegui thus assumes a strategic role on the Jacobean route, being the last settlement with services before the demanding ascent, and illustrates the deep connection between the rural landscape, medieval architectural heritage and the centuries-old tradition of pilgrimage in Europe, where thousands of people seek an experience of introspection and connection with history, perpetuating a path of faith, culture and personal overcoming.

Entrada em Zariquiegui pelo Caminho Francês by Vítor Ribeiro

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Os peregrinos avançam por um caminho de gravilha rumo a Zariquiegui, em Navarra, ao longo do Caminho Francês de Santiago, uma das mais emblemáticas rotas de peregrinação. Este percurso, ladeado por vegetação rasteira e campos de cultivo, sinaliza uma ligeira ascensão em direção à Igreja de San Andrés, um importante marco histórico e espiritual que data do século XIII e representa a aproximação à aldeia. O templo, com origem românica, integra uma rede de igrejas que acolheram viajantes ao longo dos séculos, servindo como ponto de orientação e descanso. Zariquiegui, a última povoação antes da exigente subida ao Alto del Perdón, é essencial na rota, permitindo que os peregrinos recarreguem energias antes de enfrentar as vistas panorâmicas que o local oferece. O Caminho Francês, classificado como Património Mundial pela UNESCO, atrai anualmente milhares de peregrinos em busca de uma experiência de introspeção e conexão com a história, refletindo a intersecção entre mobilidade cultural, espiritualidade e natureza na região.

Pilgrims walk along a gravel path towards Zariquiegui, in Navarre, along the French Way of Saint James, one of the most emblematic pilgrimage routes. This route, flanked by low vegetation and farmland, marks a slight ascent towards the Church of San Andrés, an important historical and spiritual landmark dating back to the 13th century and representing the approach to the village. The temple, with Romanesque origins, is part of a network of churches that have welcomed travelers over the centuries, serving as a point of orientation and rest. Zariquiegui, the last village before the demanding climb to Alto del Perdón, is essential on the route, allowing pilgrims to recharge their batteries before facing the panoramic views that the place offers. The French Way, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracts thousands of pilgrims every year in search of an experience of introspection and connection with history, reflecting the intersection between cultural mobility, spirituality, and nature in the region.

The Lowe's Toronto Christmas Market. by Nisarg Lakhmani

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The Lowe's Toronto Christmas Market. by Nisarg Lakhmani