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'Darion Aiulf da Fortebraccio' and his eyes and ears in the sky 'Gaita' are back for another adventure.
So this is where the story continues!
First batch of detailshots will follow later today
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A lane of statues leads to the Palazzo Pfanner in Lucca, Italy
With its lawns, its ornamental flowers, forest plants, and earthenware pots of lemons that accompany the monumental string of 18th century statues depicting the deities of Greek Olympus and the Four Seasons, the Palazzo Pfanner garden, ascribed to the genius of Filippo Juvarra, represents an excellent example of a baroque garden laid out in the heart of medieval Lucca.
Located at 960 Washington Street in historic Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, this stately brick home stands as a testament to the town’s enduring charm and resilience. The classic 19th-century architecture features a welcoming front porch supported by elegant white columns, intricate woodwork, and green shutters that contrast beautifully against the red brick facade. The house number, “960,” is prominently displayed near the entrance, inviting visitors to step back in time and appreciate the craftsmanship of a bygone era.
Harpers Ferry is renowned for its deep ties to American history, most notably as the site of John Brown’s 1859 raid that ignited the Civil War. Today, the town’s well-preserved buildings and scenic streets attract history enthusiasts and photographers from around the world. This particular home is nestled within a landscape of mature trees and well-tended gardens, its elevated front steps and classic detailing embodying the town’s unique blend of history and community pride.
The home’s surroundings offer a sense of tranquility, with leafless trees hinting at the passage of time and the changing seasons. The view also captures the surrounding neighborhood’s historic character, where each building tells a different story of Harpers Ferry’s past.
Harpers Ferry’s charm is evident in every detail, from the architectural flourishes on the porch to the simple beauty of the brickwork. Whether you’re a history buff, an architecture lover, or simply drawn to small-town America, this home at 960 Washington Street invites you to imagine the lives and stories it has witnessed through the years.
Na lateral externa da 'Porta Nova' de Sortelha, estão gravadas duas antigas medidas medievais: o côvado (66 cm) e a vara (110 cm). Estas marcas serviam como referência nos mercados e feiras, que decorriam nas proximidades desta entrada da aldeia. Um testemunho único da organização comercial e social da época medieval.
Captured in timeless black and white with a striking splash of color highlighting the Sri Lanka national flag, the Old Parliament Building in Colombo stands as a symbol of historical grandeur and political heritage in Sri Lanka. Here is the selective color applied to expose the flag of Sri Lanka that located in from of the Old Parliament Building.
Colombo Old Parliament Building
The Old Parliament Building in Colombo is an iconic example of colonial architecture, embodying Sri Lanka's rich political heritage. It served as the seat of the country's legislature for many decades, witnessing key moments in the nation's history before the capital moved to Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte. Today, it stands as a historic landmark, attracting visitors with its imposing facade and historical significance.
in the quiet embrace of night, the anzeiger-hochhaus in hannover stands as a steadfast sentinel, its iconic green dome glowing softly against the deep sky. this architectural gem from the 1920s, captured with precision by the sony alpha 1 and the leica 35mm apo-summicron asph, reveals its textured brick façade and vertical elegance in stunning detail. beneath the ethereal glow of streetlights, the building’s historic presence merges with the rhythm of the city, as light trails from passing cars inject a sense of movement into this stillness. it’s a moment where history meets modernity, bathed in the warm hues of urban night.
The Royal Palace of Turin, seat of the Dukes and later Kings of the House of Savoy, stands at the heart of the city as a symbol of political power and artistic patronage. Originally a medieval fortress, it was transformed in the 17th century by architects like Carlo di Castellamonte and Guarino Guarini into a magnificent Baroque residence. With its lavish staterooms, grand staircase, and adjacent Royal Armory and Chapel of the Holy Shroud, the palace served as the center of court life and state affairs. Today, it is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a key part of the Residences of the Royal House of Savoy, reflecting centuries of dynastic ambition and cultural refinement.
The Royal Liver Building is a Grade I listed building located in Liverpool, England. It is part of Liverpool's UNESCO designated World Heritage Maritime Mercantile City. Today the Royal Liver Building is one of the most recognisable landmarks in the city of Liverpool.
Viela estreita da Rua dos Pescadores em Jovim, onde se avista um antigo solar de arquitetura tradicional portuguesa. A construção, com fachada rebocada em branco e molduras em pedra granítica, apresenta característicos beirais de telha e janelas com molduras ornamentadas. Destaca-se o contraste entre o edifício restaurado à esquerda e as estruturas envelhecidas à direita, ambos testemunhos da história ribeirinha desta zona próxima ao Rio Douro. O pavimento calcetado e os vasos com flores nas janelas refletem elementos da cultura local, num espaço que preserva a memória das antigas famílias abastadas que habitavam esta região piscatória.
The Church of San Vittore in Pollenzo, elevated to a collegiate church in the 19th century by King Charles Albert, stands facing the Royal Castle as a key element of the Savoyard architectural ensemble. Built on ancient religious foundations and redesigned in a neo-Romanesque style, it served as the spiritual center for the royal residence. With its striking bell tower and richly decorated interior, the church reflects the piety and grandeur of the House of Savoy and remains an integral part of Pollenzo’s UNESCO-listed heritage.
..and something Blue
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City Hall
Toronto Canada
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"Something old,
Something new,
Something borrowed,
Something blue."
- The popular saying to a bride before her wedding.
Something Old --symbolizes the continuous chain between the the bride's family and the past.
Something New --symbolizes optimism and hope for good fortune and success in the bride's new life.
Something Borrowed --symbolizes the friends and family that will always be there for the bride and the shared happiness from married couples.
Something Blue --symbolizes the bride's faithfulness, loyalty and pure fidelity in her marriage.
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Angkor Wat (Khmer: អង្គរវត្ត) is a temple complex at Angkor, Cambodia, built for the king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation – first Hindu, dedicated to the god Vishnu, then Buddhist. It is the world's largest religious building.[1] The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag, and it is the country's prime attraction for visitors. Angkor Wat combines two basic plans of Khmer temple architecture: the temple mountain and the later galleried temple, based on early South Indian Hindu architecture, with key features such as the Jagati. It is designed to represent Mount Meru, home of the devas in Hindu mythology: within a moat and an outer wall 3.6 kilometres (2.2 mi) long are three rectangular galleries, each raised above the next. At the centre of the temple stands a quincunx of towers. Unlike most Angkorian temples, Angkor Wat is oriented to the west; scholars are divided as to the significance of this. The temple is admired for the grandeur and harmony of the architecture, its extensive bas-reliefs, and for the numerous devatas (guardian spirits) adorning its walls.
The modern name, Angkor Wat, means "City Temple"; Angkor is a vernacular form of the word nokor (នគរ), which comes from the Sanskrit word nagar (नगर), Thai, Nakon, meaning capital or city. Wat is the Khmer word which comes from Sanskrit word "Vastu". Prior to this time the temple was known as Preah Pisnulok (Vara Vishnuloka in Sanskrit), after the posthumous title of its founder, Suryavarman II.[2]
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The Westminster Bridge crosses the Thames leading up to the Palace of Westminster during a quiet Christmas morning in London.
The Palace of Westminster is the meeting place of the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. The Palace lies on the Middlesex bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London. The original palace was destroyed by a fire. The subsequent competition for the reconstruction of the Palace was won by architect Charles Barry and his design for a building in the Perpendicular Gothic style.Construction started in 1840 and lasted for thirty years, suffering great delays and cost overruns, as well as the death of the leading architect.
The Royal Palace of Venaria, located just outside Turin, was built in 1675 by Duke Charles Emmanuel II of Savoy as a grand hunting lodge and summer residence. A masterpiece of Baroque architecture, it was designed to showcase the power and refinement of the House of Savoy, with vast gardens, opulent halls, and an expansive park. Abandoned and later restored in the 21st century, La Venaria Reale is now one of Italy’s most spectacular cultural landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage site, symbolizing both the splendor and resilience of Savoyard heritage.
The walls of the temples at Khajuraho are a soaring display of beautiful figures, and of course, some show scenes of a sexual nature. This image is for a family friendly site.
'Darion Aiulf da Fortebraccio' and his eyes and ears in the sky 'Gaita' are back for another adventure.
So this is where the story continues!
First batch of detailshots will follow later today
____________________________________________
Where other men blindly follow the truth, Remember, nothing is true.
Where other men are limited by morality or law, Remember, everything is permitted.
We work in the dark to serve the light.
We are assassins!
#lego #legos #toy #toys #moc #afol #venice #venezia #italia #italy #art #artist #medieval #historocal #historic #architecture #historicarchitecture #historicalarchitecture #legoartist #legocreator #legoarchitecture #legodesign #legomoc #ac2 #assassinscreed #legoassassinscreed
.....First Baptist Church in America
The oldest Baptist Church congregation in the United States.
Founded by Roger Williams in Providence, RI in 1638.
The present church building was built in 1775.
First Baptist Meetinghouse
U.S. National Register of Historic Places
U.S. National Historic Landmark
Providence, RI USA
View of the Plaza Mayor of Santa Ana leading up to the Cathedral of Santa Ana
The Cathedral of Santa Ana is located in Las Palmas, Canary Islands. It is the seat of the Diocese of the Canaries in the Roman Catholic Church. It is situated within the Vegueta neighborhood, next to the Plaza Mayor of Santa Ana. The feast of the cathedral's dedication is celebrated annually on November 26th. The structure is considered the most important monument of Canarian architecture. It was completed in 1570.
Crowning one of Sintra’s misty hilltops, the entrance to Palácio Nacional da Pena feels like a gateway to another world. This richly ornamented archway, crowned by a Portuguese flag, marks the threshold between everyday reality and Romantic fantasy. Its textured stonework, turreted battlements, and sculptural details capture the exuberance of 19th-century design, where Moorish, Gothic, and Manueline styles merge into an eclectic expression of royal imagination.
Commissioned by King Ferdinand II in the mid-1800s, Pena Palace was built on the ruins of a medieval monastery and became a statement of Portugal’s Romantic era—a movement that celebrated emotion, nature, and the picturesque. The entry portal itself is a masterclass in symbolism: twin cylindrical columns studded with pyramid-shaped bosses flank a central arch adorned with mythic creatures and a carved lion’s head. The vivid ochre façade contrasts with cool gray stone, its colors shifting with the Atlantic light that filters through Sintra’s dense forest.
Passing beneath the archway, visitors follow a gently sloped walkway that opens into a kaleidoscope of courtyards, domes, and terraces. The interplay of geometry and ornament reflects both Portugal’s imperial past and the era’s fascination with distant cultures. Around the base, volcanic rock outcroppings and subtropical vegetation emphasize the palace’s harmony with the Serra de Sintra landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995.
The entrance arch of Palácio Nacional da Pena in Sintra, Portugal, blends Gothic, Moorish, and Manueline elements into a striking Romantic-era composition that welcomes visitors into one of Europe’s most fantastical royal palaces.
Nestled in the heart of San Francisco, the Fisher Atrium is a stunning example of contemporary architecture that seamlessly blends historical charm with modern design. As you step inside, you’re greeted by soaring ceilings painted in a serene sky blue, creating an airy and open atmosphere. The walls, adorned in warm peach and terracotta tones, add a touch of earthiness that grounds the space.
The atrium’s design is a masterclass in the use of natural light. Sunlight pours in from above, illuminating the space and casting dynamic shadows that shift throughout the day. This interplay of light and shadow creates a living, breathing environment that feels both timeless and ever-changing.
Architecturally, the Fisher Atrium is a nod to San Francisco’s rich history and innovative spirit. The geometric wall accents and rectangular columns echo the city’s iconic urban grid, while the balcony with its elegant railing offers a vantage point to appreciate the atrium’s grandeur. The patterned floor below adds a layer of sophistication, reminiscent of the intricate designs found in historic buildings throughout the city.
Historically, the Fisher Atrium stands as a testament to San Francisco’s evolution. It captures the essence of a city that is constantly reinventing itself, yet remains deeply rooted in its past. This space is not just a functional area but a landmark that tells the story of San Francisco’s architectural journey.
Whether you’re an architecture enthusiast or simply looking for a serene spot to reflect, the Fisher Atrium offers a unique glimpse into the soul of San Francisco. It’s a place where history and modernity coexist, creating a harmonious blend that is both inspiring and captivating.
The Royal Palace of Venaria, located just outside Turin, was built in 1675 by Duke Charles Emmanuel II of Savoy as a grand hunting lodge and summer residence. A masterpiece of Baroque architecture, it was designed to showcase the power and refinement of the House of Savoy, with vast gardens, opulent halls, and an expansive park. Abandoned and later restored in the 21st century, La Venaria Reale is now one of Italy’s most spectacular cultural landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage site, symbolizing both the splendor and resilience of Savoyard heritage.
In the winter light, I captured this abandoned castle partially submerged in the lake's waters. The reflection creates a symmetry that emphasizes the building's slow descent into nature, while the muted colors speak to the melancholic beauty of forgotten places.
One Bush Plaza, also known as the Crown-Zellerbach Building, is a landmark in San Francisco’s Financial District, offering a glimpse into mid-century modernism in the heart of the city. Completed in 1959, the 20-story tower was designed by architect Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), known for their work on iconic urban skylines worldwide. One Bush Plaza was one of the first International Style buildings to break away from the city’s tradition of ornate facades, featuring sleek glass and steel instead. This clean-lined aesthetic sets it apart from the neighboring architectural giants.
The building's unique history includes being the first high-rise built in San Francisco post-World War II, marking a shift in the city's architectural landscape. Its thin, rectangular shape is softened by elegant curtain walls with steel-framed glass windows, offering a balance between modernist design and urban utility. The plaza surrounding the tower is an open public space, which provides a rare break in the otherwise densely packed Financial District, ideal for a midday escape or a quick business meeting.
Given its prime location, One Bush Plaza is also a prominent hub for businesses, with easy access to public transportation and nearby landmarks such as the Transamerica Pyramid and Embarcadero Center. Whether you're an architecture enthusiast or a business professional, One Bush Plaza captures the essence of San Francisco's mid-century ambition and modern appeal.