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Taken from the ramparts of Lincoln Castle. Gives the scale of the building, and the command it has over the landscape around it. Imagine how this building must have looked to the locals when first built, in the 11th Century?
Another shot of this guy, after he moved out into the open. One of the more attractive sparrows I think, with subtly beautiful markings. Also, since the setting is a bit busy on this I'm using this shot as an opportunity to try playing with some new Lightroom tools. The latest version has AI subject identification that lets me de-emphasize the background a bit. I'm going to need to get a bit more experience with it, but so far I like the effect. Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary in West Alton, Missouri
The Lincoln Memorial is a U.S. national memorial built to honor the 16th president of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. It is on the western end of the National Mall in Washington, D.C., across from the Washington Monument, and is in the form of a neoclassical temple. The memorial's architect was Henry Bacon.
Unusual View taken from the grounds of the Old Palace, Lincoln.
There has been a palace on this site for not much short of 1,000 years. From here the medieval bishops ran the huge Diocese of Lincoln, which at that time stretched from the Humber to the Thames and from Cambridgeshire to the edge of the West Midlands. Medieval buildings and romantic ruins are still in evidence and surround one side of our front courtyard and the eastern boundary of our garden. The ruins of the Medieval Bishop Palace are managed by English Heritage.
The building that you see today was built on medieval foundations in three phases. The earliest visible part is a roughly square area built in 1720 forming the South West corner of the palace, at the centre of which is a classical Georgian panelled staircase. Ten years later a low range of panelled rooms was added, running north towards the Cathedral and the building then remained unchanged for a centenary and a half until 1885.
In that year Edward King was appointed Bishop of Lincoln and decided to move the Episcopal seat back into the centre of Lincoln. He chose the site of the Medieval Palace and set about expanding and remodelling the Georgian building into his new residence. The exterior of much of the building, including the entrance and most of the garden elevations, date from that time.
In 1948 the Bishop of Lincoln moved to a smaller house on the north side of the Cathedral and the palace went through a number of different phases over successive decades.
In 2007 a major refurbishment was undertaken, the aim of which was to restore the building in sympathy with its various period interiors, whilst creating a comfortable and elegant environment. Finally, in July 2009, The Old Palace opened its doors once again, offering sophisticated conference, dining and reception facilities with luxurious accommodation.
The city of Lincoln sits on the eastern side of England approximately 150 miles north of London, originally an important Roman town called Lindum colonia, which had developed from an Iron Age settlement.
Lincoln's major landmarks are Lincoln Cathedral, a fine example of English Gothic architecture and Lincoln Castle, an 11th century Norman castle.
Peering from his seat, Lincoln has a great sightline to the Washington Monument, which obscures the U.S. Capitol beyond.
Another Lincoln's sparrow has stopped by our yard during migration. Unfortunately he didn't pose for more than a couple of pics, but I'm hoping to find him again for a better portrait. I love the subtle markings on these birds-- they are really quite striking in their own way. Glendale, Missouri
This Lincoln was made from 1993-1998. What a shame. I can’t believe it has been left here to rust, but it has been here for over six months. I even drive a car older than this. It looks like it is a dark purple to me, but it could be the lighting.
Took a picture a while back of the Lincoln Memorial from inside the structure, but this time I wanted one from the outside. I managed to take the shot at the blue hour. Long exposure like usual. There was all kinds of light from bikes and such, so I thought it would go well with the shot.
Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Lincoln
Lincoln Cathedral sits on high ground overlooking the city, building work on the cathedral commenced in 1088 and continued in several phases throughout the medieval period, originally the three towers had slate spires, the spire on the central tower reputedly made the cathedral the tallest building in the world for 238 years between 1311 and 1549 when the spire was blow off in a storm, it was never placed.
The eminent Victorian writer John Ruskin declared: "I have always held... that the cathedral of Lincoln is out and out the most precious piece of architecture in the British Isles and roughly speaking worth any two other cathedrals we have.
I took this photo tonight with my Canon powershot handheld so the iso is high, its round the corner from where we're staying in our motorhome in the city of Lincoln. In the background you can see the fabulous cathedral showing its imposing presence over the old part of the city with is pubs and restaurants.
The Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Lincoln
The West Front at twilight
Construction of the cathedral began in 1072, when Bishop Remigius moved the seat to the walled city of Lincoln, by order of William the Conqueror from Dorchester-on-Thames, making it England's largest diocese, stretching from the Thames to the Humber, the original Norman structure was consecrated in 1092. The cathedral was later rebuilt in an Early English Gothic style after a major earthquake in 1185 destroyed much of the Norman building, led by Bishop Hugh of Avalon (St. Hugh).
A central spire, completed in 1311, made the cathedral the world's tallest structure at approximately 160 meters (525 feet), a title it held until the spire collapsed in a storm in 1548.
Lincoln Cathedral is considered one of Europe's finest examples of Gothic architecture, with the eminent Victorian writer John Ruskin declared: "I have always held... that the cathedral of Lincoln is out and out the most precious piece of architecture in the British Isles and roughly speaking worth any two other cathedrals we have".
Saw this cute little sparrow foraging with a large flock of goldfinch on the ground near one of the brush piles out back. New yard bird, yay!
Apparently these birds aren't typically seen here this late in the year, but if my identification is correct, then we sure have one late migrator!
Lincoln's Sparrow | Melospiza lincolnii
Kabekona Lake, Hubbard County, Laporte, MN, USA
Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Lincoln
Lincoln Cathedral sits on high ground overlooking the city, building work on the cathedral commenced in 1088 and continued in several phases throughout the medieval period, originally the three towers had slate spires, the spire on the central tower reputedly made the cathedral the tallest building in the world for 238 years between 1311 and 1549 when the spire was blow off in a storm, it was never placed.
The eminent Victorian writer John Ruskin declared: "I have always held... that the cathedral of Lincoln is out and out the most precious piece of architecture in the British Isles and roughly speaking worth any two other cathedrals we have.
Lincoln's Sparrow at Blacks Creek Reservoir near Boise, Idaho
"John James Audubon named the Lincoln's Sparrow after his travel companion Thomas Lincoln, who accompanied him on an expedition to the coast of Labrador. The expedition found the sparrow in a valley in Natashquan, Quebec, and Mr. Lincoln was the only person who managed to bring back a specimen for study."
Wonder what Lincoln would be thinking this morning? Lincoln memorial. Washington DC, United States of America.
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