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Complete with its moat, Beersel Castle is one of the country’s few well-preserved examples of medieval military architecture.
The castle was built around 1420 and served as a front line site for the protection of Brussels.
The fortifications in this fortress are traditional: deep moats, a drawbridge, battlements with parapets and embrasures.
Westbatterie, Swinemünde
Teil einer preußischen Verteidungungsanlage aus dem 19. Jahrhundert, die heute als militär-architektonisches Denkmal ein Museum zur Festungsgeschichte beherbergt.
Part of a Prussian defensive system from the 19th century, which today as a military-architectural monument houses a museum on the history of the fortress.
War/No More Trouble feat. Bono | Playing for Change
Gli ingressi alle gallerie del Bastione di Sant'Antonio nella Cittadella di Alessandria.
The entrances to the galleries of the Bastion of St. Anthony in the Citadel of Alessandria.
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Position: Fortaleza de Sao Tiago is fort in the capital Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. This fortress, with its military architecturer is located in the old part of Funchal, known as Zona Velha. It was started in 1614 to defend the harbor, and was extended in the 18th century. The fortress is now occupied by the Contemporary Art Museum.
El Castillo de San Miguel es una torre defensiva que se localiza en la costa del municipio de Garachico, Tenerife - Islas Canarias.
En el s. XVI la villa de Garachico era la población con más actividad comercial de la isla de Tenerife y, por ello, su puerto el más utilizado, por lo que necesitaba protección contra posibles ataques por mar.
El Castillo presenta una planta cuadrada, muros de sillería gruesos con tronera situada en la cara norte. Un conjunto de almenas, que incluye garitas voladas en sus esquinas, corona la edificación, así como la blanca espadaña.
Interiormente, no encontramos el habitual patio de armas, sino dos amplias habitaciones cubiertas con bóvedas de medio cañón. Desde ellas parte la estrecha escalera que conduce a la plataforma de combate, lugar apropiado para contemplar la naturaleza lávica que forma El Caletón.
Sobre la puerta de entrada se desarrolla una profusa decoración heráldica, basada en los escudos del Emperador Carlos I de España y V de Alemania, usados también por su hijo Felipe II, tallados en dos bloques de cantería. Por suerte pudo escapar de los destrozos ocasionados por la erupción de 1.706 del volcán de Garachico o Arenas Negras que sepultó parte de la población y la rada cuya entrada custodiaba el castillo, y, aunque éste no sufrió daños, perdió su función defensiva al desaparecer el puerto y perder su importancia la villa ligada a él. Con el paso del tiempo sufrió el olvido y abandono, se fue desmoronando hasta que el 12 de enero de 1.959 se llevan a cabo los trámites para su compra por parte del Ayuntamiento de Garachico.
Se acondicionó el entorno y se ideó la llamada “Plaza de Armas” del Castillo de San Miguel en 1.967.
Actualmente constituye un Centro de Información Patrimonial dependiente de la Red de Museos del Cabildo de Tenerife y se encuentra protegido como Bien de Interés Cultural con la categoría de monumento desde 1985.
The Castle of San Miguel is a defensive tower that is located in the coast of the municipality of Garachico, Tenerife - Canary Islands.
In the S. XVI the town of Garachico was the population with more commercial activity of the island of Tenerife and, therefore, its port the most used, reason why it needed protection against possible attacks by sea.
The castle has a square floor plan, thick masonry walls with an embrasure located on the north face. A set of battlements, which includes balconies flying at their corners, crowns the building, as well as the white belfry.
Inside, we did not find the usual courtyard, but two large rooms covered with half-barrel vaults. From them the narrow staircase leads to the combat platform, an appropriate place to contemplate the lava-like nature that forms El Caletón.
On the entrance door a profuse heraldic decoration is developed, based on the shields of the Emperor Charles I of Spain and V of Germany, also used by his son Felipe II, carved in two blocks of stonework. Fortunately, he was able to escape the destruction caused by the eruption of 1,706 of the Garachico or Arenas Negras volcano, which buried part of the town and the bay whose entrance guarded the castle, and although this one did not suffer damage, it lost its defensive function when the Port and lose its importance the village attached to it. With the passage of time suffered oblivion and abandonment, it fell apart until January 12, 1959 are carried out the procedures for its purchase by the City of Garachico.
The environment was conditioned and the so-called "Plaza de Armas" of the Castle of San Miguel was devised in 1.967.
At the moment it constitutes a Center of Patrimonial Information dependent on the Network of Museums of the Cabildo of Tenerife and is protected like Property of Cultural Interest with the category of monument from 1985.
El Castillo de San Miguel es una torre defensiva que se localiza en la costa del municipio de Garachico, Tenerife - Islas Canarias.
En el s. XVI la villa de Garachico era la población con más actividad comercial de la isla de Tenerife y, por ello, su puerto el más utilizado, por lo que necesitaba protección contra posibles ataques por mar.
El Castillo presenta una planta cuadrada, muros de sillería gruesos con tronera situada en la cara norte. Un conjunto de almenas, que incluye garitas voladas en sus esquinas, corona la edificación, así como la blanca espadaña.
Interiormente, no encontramos el habitual patio de armas, sino dos amplias habitaciones cubiertas con bóvedas de medio cañón. Desde ellas parte la estrecha escalera que conduce a la plataforma de combate, lugar apropiado para contemplar la naturaleza lávica que forma El Caletón.
Sobre la puerta de entrada se desarrolla una profusa decoración heráldica, basada en los escudos del Emperador Carlos I de España y V de Alemania, usados también por su hijo Felipe II, tallados en dos bloques de cantería. Por suerte pudo escapar de los destrozos ocasionados por la erupción de 1.706 del volcán de Garachico o Arenas Negras que sepultó parte de la población y la rada cuya entrada custodiaba el castillo, y, aunque éste no sufrió daños, perdió su función defensiva al desaparecer el puerto y perder su importancia la villa ligada a él. Con el paso del tiempo sufrió el olvido y abandono, se fue desmoronando hasta que el 12 de enero de 1.959 se llevan a cabo los trámites para su compra por parte del Ayuntamiento de Garachico.
Se acondicionó el entorno y se ideó la llamada “Plaza de Armas” del Castillo de San Miguel en 1.967.
Actualmente constituye un Centro de Información Patrimonial dependiente de la Red de Museos del Cabildo de Tenerife y se encuentra protegido como Bien de Interés Cultural con la categoría de monumento desde 1985.
The Castle of San Miguel is a defensive tower that is located in the coast of the municipality of Garachico, Tenerife - Canary Islands.
In the S. XVI the town of Garachico was the population with more commercial activity of the island of Tenerife and, therefore, its port the most used, reason why it needed protection against possible attacks by sea.
The castle has a square floor plan, thick masonry walls with an embrasure located on the north face. A set of battlements, which includes balconies flying at their corners, crowns the building, as well as the white belfry.
Inside, we did not find the usual courtyard, but two large rooms covered with half-barrel vaults. From them the narrow staircase leads to the combat platform, an appropriate place to contemplate the lava-like nature that forms El Caletón.
On the entrance door a profuse heraldic decoration is developed, based on the shields of the Emperor Charles I of Spain and V of Germany, also used by his son Felipe II, carved in two blocks of stonework. Fortunately, he was able to escape the destruction caused by the eruption of 1,706 of the Garachico or Arenas Negras volcano, which buried part of the town and the bay whose entrance guarded the castle, and although this one did not suffer damage, it lost its defensive function when the Port and lose its importance the village attached to it. With the passage of time suffered oblivion and abandonment, it fell apart until January 12, 1959 are carried out the procedures for its purchase by the City of Garachico.
The environment was conditioned and the so-called "Plaza de Armas" of the Castle of San Miguel was devised in 1.967.
At the moment it constitutes a Center of Patrimonial Information dependent on the Network of Museums of the Cabildo of Tenerife and is protected like Property of Cultural Interest with the category of monument from 1985.
The construction on this picture is not a work in concrete by Picasso, but a piece of the Atlantikwall.
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The Zhinvali Reservoir, also known as the Jinvali Reservoir, is a beautiful artificial lake in Georgia. It is located in the Mtskheta-Mtianeti region, about 70 kilometers north of the capital Tbilisi. This reservoir is a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful turquoise waters and picturesque surroundings of mountains and forests. The Zhinvali Reservoir was created in 1985 by the construction of the Zhinvali Dam on the Aragvi River. The main purpose of the dam and reservoir is to supply Tbilisi with drinking water, electricity production and irrigation. The dam is 102 meters high and is an essential part of Georgia's energy and water infrastructure. The area around the reservoir is characterized by a breathtaking landscape of green hills and high mountains. The water itself has a striking blue or turquoise hue, depending on the light and the season. In the vicinity of the lake you can spot wildlife and enjoy hiking trails that lead through the beautiful nature. On the shores of the lake lies the famous Ananuri Fortress, a historical site dating back to the 16th-17th centuries. The fortress not only offers an insight into Georgian history, but also a beautiful view of the lake. Within the Ananuri complex is a well-preserved church with impressive stone carvings and frescoes. It is an ideal place for photography, picnics and relaxing in nature, making it a must-see destination for travelers in Georgia.
Zhinvali Reservoir is a popular stop on the route to Kazbegi, one of the most visited tourist destinations in Georgia. Located in the Mtskheta-Mtianeti region, about 70 kilometers north of the capital Tbilisi, it offers an ideal location for photography, picnics and relaxation in nature. In addition, there are opportunities for boat trips on the beautiful turquoise water. Zhinvali Reservoir combines natural beauty, cultural wealth and historical significance, making it an absolute must-see for travelers in Georgia.
Het Zhinvali-reservoir, ook wel bekend als het Jinvali-reservoir, is een prachtig kunstmatig meer in Georgië. Het bevindt zich in de regio Mtskheta-Mtianeti, ongeveer 70 kilometer ten noorden van de hoofdstad Tbilisi. Dit stuwmeer is een populaire toeristische bestemming vanwege zijn schitterende turquoise wateren en de schilderachtige omgeving van bergen en bossen. Het Zhinvali-reservoir werd in 1985 aangelegd door de bouw van de Zhinvali-dam op de rivier de Aragvi. Het belangrijkste doel van de dam en het reservoir is het leveren van drinkwater aan Tbilisi, elektriciteitsproductie en irrigatie. De dam is 102 meter hoog en vormt een essentieel onderdeel van de energie- en waterinfrastructuur van Georgië. Het gebied rond het reservoir wordt gekenmerkt door een adembenemend landschap van groene heuvels en hoge bergen. Het water zelf heeft een opvallende blauwe of turquoise tint, afhankelijk van de lichtval en het seizoen. In de buurt van het meer kun je wilde dieren spotten en genieten van wandelpaden die door de prachtige natuur lopen. Aan de oevers van het meer ligt het beroemde Ananuri-fort, een historische plek die dateert uit de 16e-17e eeuw. Het fort biedt niet alleen inzicht in de Georgische geschiedenis, maar ook een prachtig uitzicht over het meer. Binnen het Ananuri-complex bevindt zich een goed bewaard gebleven kerk met indrukwekkende stenen gravures en fresco’s. Het is een ideale plek voor fotografie, picknicks en ontspanning in de natuur, waardoor het een must-see bestemming is voor reizigers in Georgië.
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Fort Baker is a historic army post located in the Marin Headlands. The post, built between 1902 and 1910, is one of the park's best examples of the army's “Endicott Period” military construction, named after the late 19th century Secretary of War, William C. Endicott.
Sausalito, Marin County, San Francisco Bay Area, Northern California, USA
Le château de Maniace doit son nom au commandant byzantin Giorgio Maniace. C’est un véritable symbole du pouvoir et du génie de l’empereur Federico II, qui l’a construit sur un ancien fort entre 1232 et 1240. Immergé dans les couleurs de la mer, il constitue le volet le plus extrême de la presqu’île d’Ortigia.
*Ruta Orwell. Trincheras*. En la sierra de Alcubierre. Los Monegros. Huesca. Spain
En la comarca de Los Monegros se estableció línea de frente desde casi el inicio de la guerra civil española. Allí, muy cerca de Alcubierre, combatió en los primeros días de 1937 el escritor George Orwell, voluntario en las milicias trotskistas del POUM. Desde ésta recuperada trinchera que domina la carretera que se dirige a Zaragoza podemos ver el mismo paisaje que durante semanas contempló, y vigiló, el propio Orwell. En 1938, fuera ya de España, publicó su “Homenaje a Cataluña”, y en 1949 -poco antes de morir de tuberculosis- acabó su obra mas famosa: “1984”.
In the region of Los Monegros, a front line was established from almost the beginning of the Spanish civil war. There, very close to Alcubierre, the writer George Orwell, a volunteer in the Trotskyist militias of the POUM, fought in the first days of 1937. From this recovered trench ,which dominates the road to Zaragoza, we can see almost the same landscape that Orwell himself contemplated and watched for weeks. In 1938, outside Spain, he published his "Homage to Catalonia", and in 1949 - shortly before his death from tuberculosis - he finished his most famous work: "1984". Translated with DeepL
*Ruta Orwell. Trincheras*. En la sierra de Alcubierre. Los Monegros. Huesca. Aragón. Spain
En la comarca de Los Monegros se estableció línea de frente desde casi el inicio de la guerra civil española. Allí, muy cerca de Alcubierre, combatió en los primeros días de 1937 el escritor George Orwell, voluntario en las milicias trotskistas del POUM. Desde esta recuperada trinchera ,que domina la carretera que se dirige a Zaragoza, podemos ver casi el mismo paisaje que durante semanas contempló, y vigiló, el propio Orwell. En 1938, fuera ya de España, publicó su “Homenaje a Cataluña”, y en 1949 - poco antes de morir de tuberculosis- acabó su obra mas famosa: “1984”.
In the region of Los Monegros, a front line was established from almost the beginning of the Spanish civil war. There, very close to Alcubierre, the writer George Orwell, a volunteer in the Trotskyist militias of the POUM, fought in the first days of 1937. From this recovered trench ,which dominates the road to Zaragoza, we can see almost the same landscape that Orwell himself contemplated and watched for weeks. In 1938, outside Spain, he published his "Homage to Catalonia", and in 1949 - shortly before his death from tuberculosis - he finished his most famous work: "1984". Translated with DeepL
Un bunker solitaire sur une plage de Capbreton, témoignant de l'histoire et du passage du temps. Les graffitis modernes contrastent avec les cicatrices de béton, tandis que le ciel flamboyant au crépuscule enveloppe la scène d'une atmosphère dramatique. La lumière dorée souligne les détails architecturaux, offrant une réflexion poignante sur la résilience et la transformation des lieux abandonnés.
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The Zhinvali Reservoir, also known as the Jinvali Reservoir, is a beautiful artificial lake in Georgia. It is located in the Mtskheta-Mtianeti region, about 70 kilometers north of the capital Tbilisi. This reservoir is a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful turquoise waters and picturesque surroundings of mountains and forests. The Zhinvali Reservoir was created in 1985 by the construction of the Zhinvali Dam on the Aragvi River. The main purpose of the dam and reservoir is to supply Tbilisi with drinking water, electricity production and irrigation. The dam is 102 meters high and is an essential part of Georgia's energy and water infrastructure. The area around the reservoir is characterized by a breathtaking landscape of green hills and high mountains. The water itself has a striking blue or turquoise hue, depending on the light and the season. In the vicinity of the lake you can spot wildlife and enjoy hiking trails that lead through the beautiful nature. On the shores of the lake lies the famous Ananuri Fortress, a historical site dating back to the 16th-17th centuries. The fortress not only offers an insight into Georgian history, but also a beautiful view of the lake. Within the Ananuri complex is a well-preserved church with impressive stone carvings and frescoes. Ananuri is recognized as an UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its cultural and historical significance. It is an ideal place for photography, picnics and relaxing in nature, making it a must-see destination for travelers in Georgia.
The Ananuri Fortress is a historical complex in Georgia, located on the banks of the Zhinvali Reservoir, about 70 kilometers north of Tbilisi. One of the most visited attractions in the country, the fortress not only offers a fascinating insight into Georgian history, but also a beautiful view of the surrounding landscape. The fortress dates back to the 16th and 17th centuries and served as the residence of the Aragvi Dukes, a powerful dynasty in Georgia. The complex played an important role in defending the region from invasions and wars. The complex consists of several defensive structures, such as towers, churches and walls, which were strategically placed to withstand attacks. The Church of the Savior is the most striking structure within the complex. It is decorated with intricate carvings and reliefs typical of medieval Georgian architecture. The large towers served as both lookouts and shelters during sieges. Visitors can explore the fortress for free.
Het Zhinvali-reservoir, ook wel bekend als het Jinvali-reservoir, is een prachtig kunstmatig meer in Georgië. Het bevindt zich in de regio Mtskheta-Mtianeti, ongeveer 70 kilometer ten noorden van de hoofdstad Tbilisi. Dit stuwmeer is een populaire toeristische bestemming vanwege zijn schitterende turquoise wateren en de schilderachtige omgeving van bergen en bossen. Het Zhinvali-reservoir werd in 1985 aangelegd door de bouw van de Zhinvali-dam op de rivier de Aragvi. Het belangrijkste doel van de dam en het reservoir is het leveren van drinkwater aan Tbilisi, elektriciteitsproductie en irrigatie. De dam is 102 meter hoog en vormt een essentieel onderdeel van de energie- en waterinfrastructuur van Georgië. Het gebied rond het reservoir wordt gekenmerkt door een adembenemend landschap van groene heuvels en hoge bergen. Het water zelf heeft een opvallende blauwe of turquoise tint, afhankelijk van de lichtval en het seizoen. In de buurt van het meer kun je wilde dieren spotten en genieten van wandelpaden die door de prachtige natuur lopen. Aan de oevers van het meer ligt het beroemde Ananuri-fort, een historische plek die dateert uit de 16e-17e eeuw. Het fort, dat een van de meest bezochte bezienswaardigheden van het land is, biedt niet alleen een fascinerende inkijk in de Georgische geschiedenis, maar ook een prachtig uitzicht op het omliggende landschap. Het fort diende als de residentie van de Aragvi-hertogen, een machtige dynastie in Georgië. Het complex speelde een belangrijke rol in de verdediging van de regio tegen invallen en oorlogen. Het complex bestaat uit meerdere verdedigingsstructuren, zoals torens, kerken en muren, die strategisch waren geplaatst om aanvallen te weerstaan. De Verlosserkerk -Church of the Savior is het meest opvallende bouwwerk binnen het complex. Het is versierd met ingewikkeld houtsnijwerk en reliëfs die typisch zijn voor de middeleeuwse Georgische architectuur. De grote torens dienden zowel als uitkijkposten als schuilplaatsen tijdens belegeringen. Ananuri staat op de Werelderfgoedlijst van UNESCO vanwege zijn culturele en historische betekenis.Bezoekers kunnen het fort gratis verkennen.
In capturing Fort Louvois in this ethereal atmosphere, I sought to transcend its historical military function to reveal its sculptural dimension. I deliberately isolated the structure from any temporal and geographical context, suspending it in a misty void that blurs the boundaries between sky and sea. This minimalist approach allowed me to extract the architectural essence of the monument, highlighting its defensive lines and characteristic silhouette. I wanted the viewer to feel the quiet strength of this stone sentinel, frozen in a moment outside of time. The monochromatic palette reinforces this sense of timelessness and invites a meditative contemplation of this human construction, now softened by centuries and transformed into pure presence.
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The Zhinvali Reservoir, also known as the Jinvali Reservoir, is a beautiful artificial lake in Georgia. It is located in the Mtskheta-Mtianeti region, about 70 kilometers north of the capital Tbilisi. This reservoir is a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful turquoise waters and picturesque surroundings of mountains and forests. The Zhinvali Reservoir was created in 1985 by the construction of the Zhinvali Dam on the Aragvi River. The main purpose of the dam and reservoir is to supply Tbilisi with drinking water, electricity production and irrigation. The dam is 102 meters high and is an essential part of Georgia's energy and water infrastructure. The area around the reservoir is characterized by a breathtaking landscape of green hills and high mountains. The water itself has a striking blue or turquoise hue, depending on the light and the season. In the vicinity of the lake you can spot wildlife and enjoy hiking trails that lead through the beautiful nature. On the shores of the lake lies the famous Ananuri Fortress, a historical site dating back to the 16th-17th centuries. The fortress not only offers an insight into Georgian history, but also a beautiful view of the lake. Within the Ananuri complex is a well-preserved church with impressive stone carvings and frescoes. Ananuri is recognized as an UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its cultural and historical significance. It is an ideal place for photography, picnics and relaxing in nature, making it a must-see destination for travelers in Georgia.
The Ananuri Fortress is a historical complex in Georgia, located on the banks of the Zhinvali Reservoir, about 70 kilometers north of Tbilisi. One of the most visited attractions in the country, the fortress not only offers a fascinating insight into Georgian history, but also a beautiful view of the surrounding landscape. The fortress dates back to the 16th and 17th centuries and served as the residence of the Aragvi Dukes, a powerful dynasty in Georgia. The complex played an important role in defending the region from invasions and wars. The complex consists of several defensive structures, such as towers, churches and walls, which were strategically placed to withstand attacks. The Church of the Savior is the most striking structure within the complex. It is decorated with intricate carvings and reliefs typical of medieval Georgian architecture. The large towers served as both lookouts and shelters during sieges. Visitors can explore the fortress for free.
Het Zhinvali-reservoir, ook wel bekend als het Jinvali-reservoir, is een prachtig kunstmatig meer in Georgië. Het bevindt zich in de regio Mtskheta-Mtianeti, ongeveer 70 kilometer ten noorden van de hoofdstad Tbilisi. Dit stuwmeer is een populaire toeristische bestemming vanwege zijn schitterende turquoise wateren en de schilderachtige omgeving van bergen en bossen. Het Zhinvali-reservoir werd in 1985 aangelegd door de bouw van de Zhinvali-dam op de rivier de Aragvi. Het belangrijkste doel van de dam en het reservoir is het leveren van drinkwater aan Tbilisi, elektriciteitsproductie en irrigatie. De dam is 102 meter hoog en vormt een essentieel onderdeel van de energie- en waterinfrastructuur van Georgië. Het gebied rond het reservoir wordt gekenmerkt door een adembenemend landschap van groene heuvels en hoge bergen. Het water zelf heeft een opvallende blauwe of turquoise tint, afhankelijk van de lichtval en het seizoen. In de buurt van het meer kun je wilde dieren spotten en genieten van wandelpaden die door de prachtige natuur lopen. Aan de oevers van het meer ligt het beroemde Ananuri-fort, een historische plek die dateert uit de 16e-17e eeuw. Het fort, dat een van de meest bezochte bezienswaardigheden van het land is, biedt niet alleen een fascinerende inkijk in de Georgische geschiedenis, maar ook een prachtig uitzicht op het omliggende landschap. Het fort diende als de residentie van de Aragvi-hertogen, een machtige dynastie in Georgië. Het complex speelde een belangrijke rol in de verdediging van de regio tegen invallen en oorlogen. Het complex bestaat uit meerdere verdedigingsstructuren, zoals torens, kerken en muren, die strategisch waren geplaatst om aanvallen te weerstaan. De Verlosserkerk -Church of the Savior is het meest opvallende bouwwerk binnen het complex. Het is versierd met ingewikkeld houtsnijwerk en reliëfs die typisch zijn voor de middeleeuwse Georgische architectuur. De grote torens dienden zowel als uitkijkposten als schuilplaatsen tijdens belegeringen. Ananuri staat op de Werelderfgoedlijst van UNESCO vanwege zijn culturele en historische betekenis. Bezoekers kunnen het fort gratis verkennen.
The Alcazaba, 1000 years rooted in the rock, clinging to the wake of time, undaunted by the earth shaking and the handling of man…., trigger of the birth of the city of Almería. From your watchtower. ¡¡How much you have seen and how much you still have to see.!!
La Alcazaba, 1000 años arraigada en la roca, aferrada a la estela del tiempo, impertérrita ante el temblor de la tierra y el manejo del hombre…., detonante del nacimiento de la ciudad de Almería. Desde tu atalaya, ¡¡ cuánto has visto y cuánto te queda por ver!!
Un bunker solitaire sur une plage de Capbreton, témoignant de l'histoire et du passage du temps. Les graffitis modernes contrastent avec les cicatrices de béton, tandis que le ciel flamboyant au crépuscule enveloppe la scène d'une atmosphère dramatique. La lumière dorée souligne les détails architecturaux, offrant une réflexion poignante sur la résilience et la transformation des lieux abandonnés.
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On the shores of the Zhinvali Reservoir lies the famous Ananuri Fortress, a historical site dating back to the 16th-17th centuries. The fortress not only offers an insight into Georgian history, but also a beautiful view of the lake. Within the Ananuri complex is a well-preserved church with impressive stone carvings and frescoes. Ananuri is recognized as an UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its cultural and historical significance. It is an ideal place for photography, picnics and relaxing in nature, making it a must-see destination for travelers in Georgia. The church itself has a long history and was badly damaged during a fire in 1739. Many of the original frescoes were lost, and only fragments of them remain visible on the walls and pillars today. On the south wall is a partially preserved representation of the Last Judgement, a theme often depicted in Orthodox churches to remind believers of the Day of Judgement and the eternal consequences of their actions. The dome of the church, although not visible in the photo, is an architectural highlight and symbolizes heaven. Together with the iconostasis and the surviving frescoes, the church provides a beautiful picture of the rich religious and artistic traditions of medieval Georgia.
The Ananuri Fortress is a historical complex in Georgia, located on the banks of the Zhinvali Reservoir, about 70 kilometers north of Tbilisi. One of the most visited attractions in the country. The complex consists of several defensive structures, such as towers, churches and walls, which were strategically placed to withstand attacks. The Church of the Savior is the most striking structure within the complex. The fresco on the south wall of the church of the Ananuri complex depicts the Last Judgement, one of the most dramatic and meaningful themes in Christian art. This imagery was popular in Orthodox churches, especially in the Middle Ages, because it reminded believers of God's judgment and the ultimate destiny of souls after death. At the center of the composition, Christ is often depicted seated on a throne. He is usually surrounded by angels and saints, who are witnesses to the judgment. On the right side, the righteous are depicted being led to heaven by angels. On the left, sinners are often depicted in dark and chaotic scenes, being led to hell by demons. The gates of heaven are often shown as a glorious, orderly place with angels and saints. In contrast, hell contains images of flames, monsters, and sinners suffering, sometimes with symbolic punishments for specific sins. The Last Judgement served not only as a religious theme, but also as a moral lesson. It was meant to remind believers to prepare for the day of judgment by living virtuously and confessing their sins.
Aan de oevers van het Zhinvali-reservoir ligt het beroemde Ananuri-fort, een historische plek die dateert uit de 16e-17e eeuw. Het fort, dat een van de meest bezochte bezienswaardigheden van het land is, biedt niet alleen een fascinerende inkijk in de Georgische geschiedenis, maar ook een prachtig uitzicht op het omliggende landschap. Het fort diende als de residentie van de Aragvi-hertogen, een machtige dynastie in Georgië. Het complex speelde een belangrijke rol in de verdediging van de regio tegen invallen en oorlogen. Het complex bestaat uit meerdere verdedigingsstructuren, zoals torens, kerken en muren, die strategisch waren geplaatst om aanvallen te weerstaan. De Verlosserkerk -Church of the Savior is het meest opvallende bouwwerk binnen het complex. De ingang van een kerk is rijkelijk versierd met verfijnd steenhouwwerk. Het portaal toont ingewikkelde geometrische en florale patronen, kenmerkend voor de middeleeuwse Georgische architectuur. De kerk zelf heeft een lange geschiedenis en werd zwaar beschadigd tijdens een brand in 1739. Veel van de originele fresco's gingen verloren, en slechts fragmenten ervan zijn vandaag de dag nog zichtbaar op de muren en pilaren. Op de zuidmuur bevindt zich een gedeeltelijk bewaard gebleven voorstelling van het Laatste Oordeel, één van de meest dramatische en betekenisvolle thema's in de christelijke kunst. Deze voorstelling was populair in orthodoxe kerken, met name in de middeleeuwen, omdat het gelovigen herinnerde aan het oordeel van God en de uiteindelijke bestemming van de zielen na de dood. Centraal in de compositie is Christus vaak afgebeeld, zittend op een troon. Hij wordt meestal omringd door engelen en heiligen, die getuigen zijn van het oordeel. Aan de rechterkant worden de rechtvaardigen afgebeeld, die naar de hemel worden geleid door engelen. Aan de linkerkant worden de zondaars vaak in donkere en chaotische scènes weergegeven, waar ze door demonen naar de hel worden geleid. De hemelpoort wordt vaak getoond als een glorieuze, ordelijke plek met engelen en heiligen. De hel daarentegen bevat beelden van vlammen, monsters, en zondaars die lijden, soms met symbolische straffen voor specifieke zonden. Het Laatste Oordeel diende niet alleen als een religieus thema, maar ook als een morele les. Het moest gelovigen eraan herinneren zich voor te bereiden op de dag van het oordeel door een deugdzaam leven te leiden en hun zonden te belijden. De vervaagde kleuren en details weerspiegelen de eeuwenoude geschiedenis en benadrukken de rol van kunst in het overbrengen van theologische en morele boodschappen.
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The Zhinvali Reservoir, also known as the Jinvali Reservoir, is a beautiful artificial lake in Georgia. It is located in the Mtskheta-Mtianeti region, about 70 kilometers north of the capital Tbilisi. This reservoir is a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful turquoise waters and picturesque surroundings of mountains and forests. The Zhinvali Reservoir was created in 1985 by the construction of the Zhinvali Dam on the Aragvi River. The main purpose of the dam and reservoir is to supply Tbilisi with drinking water, electricity production and irrigation. The dam is 102 meters high and is an essential part of Georgia's energy and water infrastructure. The area around the reservoir is characterized by a breathtaking landscape of green hills and high mountains. The water itself has a striking blue or turquoise hue, depending on the light and the season. In the vicinity of the lake you can spot wildlife and enjoy hiking trails that lead through the beautiful nature. On the shores of the lake lies the famous Ananuri Fortress, a historical site dating back to the 16th-17th centuries. The fortress not only offers an insight into Georgian history, but also a beautiful view of the lake. Within the Ananuri complex is a well-preserved church with impressive stone carvings and frescoes. Ananuri is recognized as an UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its cultural and historical significance. It is an ideal place for photography, picnics and relaxing in nature, making it a must-see destination for travelers in Georgia.
The Ananuri Fortress is a historical complex in Georgia, located on the banks of the Zhinvali Reservoir, about 70 kilometers north of Tbilisi. There is an interesting legend about the origin of the name of the fortress, which has been passed down through the centuries in different versions, but with the same core. The legend tells of a siege of the fortress of Ananuri, during which the enemy soldiers surrounded the fortress and waited for the inhabitants to become exhausted from a lack of resources. Despite the long duration, the inhabitants showed no sign of surrender. What the invaders did not know was that the fortress was connected to the Aragvi River by a secret tunnel, which allowed them to escape and fish. After some time, the enemies discovered this and began to search for the entrance to the tunnel, but in vain. One day, they found a girl named Ana outside the fortress and tried to force her to reveal the location of the tunnel. Ana refused and was tortured and killed. In the end, the inhabitants of Ananuri won the battle, and in memory of Ana they named the fortress after her. Ana came from Nuri, a nearby village, which explains the name "Ananuri".
Het Zhinvali-reservoir, ook wel bekend als het Jinvali-reservoir, is een prachtig kunstmatig meer in Georgië. Het bevindt zich in de regio Mtskheta-Mtianeti, ongeveer 70 kilometer ten noorden van de hoofdstad Tbilisi. Dit stuwmeer is een populaire toeristische bestemming vanwege zijn schitterende turquoise wateren en de schilderachtige omgeving van bergen en bossen. Het Zhinvali-reservoir werd in 1985 aangelegd door de bouw van de Zhinvali-dam op de rivier de Aragvi. Het belangrijkste doel van de dam en het reservoir is het leveren van drinkwater aan Tbilisi, elektriciteitsproductie en irrigatie. De dam is 102 meter hoog en vormt een essentieel onderdeel van de energie- en waterinfrastructuur van Georgië. Het gebied rond het reservoir wordt gekenmerkt door een adembenemend landschap van groene heuvels en hoge bergen. Het water zelf heeft een opvallende blauwe of turquoise tint, afhankelijk van de lichtval en het seizoen. In de buurt van het meer kun je wilde dieren spotten en genieten van wandelpaden die door de prachtige natuur lopen. Aan de oevers van het meer ligt het beroemde Ananuri-fort, een historische plek die dateert uit de 16e-17e eeuw. Het fort, dat een van de meest bezochte bezienswaardigheden van het land is, biedt niet alleen een fascinerende inkijk in de Georgische geschiedenis, maar ook een prachtig uitzicht op het omliggende landschap. Het fort diende als de residentie van de Aragvi-hertogen, een machtige dynastie in Georgië. Het complex speelde een belangrijke rol in de verdediging van de regio tegen invallen en oorlogen. Het complex bestaat uit meerdere verdedigingsstructuren, zoals torens, kerken en muren, die strategisch waren geplaatst om aanvallen te weerstaan. Er is een interessante legende over de oorsprong van de naam van het fort, die in verschillende versies door de eeuwen heen is doorgegeven, maar met eenzelfde kern. De legende gaat over een belegering van het fort van Ananuri, waarbij de vijandige soldaten het fort omsingelden en wachtten tot de inwoners uitgeput zouden raken door een gebrek aan middelen. Ondanks de lange tijdsduur gaven de bewoners geen teken van overgave. Wat de indringers niet wisten, was dat het fort via een geheime tunnel verbonden was met de rivier de Aragvi, waarmee ze konden ontsnappen en vissen. Na enige tijd ontdekten de vijanden dit en begonnen ze te zoeken naar de ingang van de tunnel, maar tevergeefs. Op een dag vonden ze een meisje, genaamd Ana, buiten het fort en probeerden haar te dwingen de locatie van de tunnel te onthullen. Ana weigerde en werd gemarteld en gedood. Uiteindelijk wonnen de bewoners van Ananuri de strijd, en ter herinnering aan Ana noemden ze het fort naar haar. Ana kwam uit Nuri, een nabijgelegen dorp, wat de naam "Ananuri" verklaart.
The Third System refers to 19th century military architecture in the United States. Fort Pulaski National Monument exists as one of the best preserved forts in this defense system. Shoreline defense was fragmented and weak when the British burned the nation's capital during the War of 1812. At the time coastal defenses were composed of a haphazard assortment of batteries and outposts. In response to lessons learned in the War of 1812, a new coastal defense system was designed. This new defense system was an attempt to protect critical United States shorelines.
The Third System was established during a relatively peaceful time for the United States. These conditions provided for an unprecedented level of standardization in design and planning. For the first time, a professional board was appointed to oversee design and construction. Close to 200 forts were envisioned to guard the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, however only 30 were built between 1816-1867. Some structures were never completed in part because of events at Fort Pulaski during the Civil War.
This photo is of the outer walls that show, in detail, many pock marks from Union cannon fire and the edge of a section that was breached (the newer brick on the left side) by new rifled cannons during the Civil War battle that lead to its surrender by Colonel Charles H. Olmstead. The fort became a National Monument on October 15, 1924 under the War Department and later was transferred to the National Park service on August 10, 1933. At this time, repairs began on the breached portion of the wall and across the rest of this national landmark. Additionally, the Fort Pulaski complex was determined to be significant for listing on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) on October 15, 1966 in the areas of architecture, engineering, and military history of the United States of America. Much of the information above was found on the original documents submitted to the NRHP for listing consideration and can be viewed here:
npgallery.nps.gov/NRHP/AssetDetail/17b19096-6db2-44be-b1e...
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D5000 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
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O Forte de Nossa Senhora da Graça, ou Forte da Graça, ergue-se majestosamente perto de Elvas, no Alentejo. Este exemplar da arquitetura militar portuguesa, construído entre 1763 e 1792 durante o reinado de D. José I, sob a direção do engenheiro militar francês Conde de Lippe, integra o conjunto de fortificações de Elvas, classificado como Património Mundial da UNESCO desde 2012. Situado estrategicamente no Monte da Graça, o forte, uma das mais sofisticadas fortificações abaluartadas da Europa, apresenta uma imponente estrutura circular em pedra, coroada por um distintivo reduto central octogonal amarelo. Este reduto, projetado segundo o método holandês de fortificação, alberga a Casa do Governador nos pisos superiores, uma capela no piso térreo e uma cisterna escavada na rocha no subsolo. Combinando função defensiva com elementos estéticos barrocos, a estrutura reforçava as defesas da cidade fronteiriça, sendo o edifício amarelo no topo também o centro de comando militar.
The Fort of Nossa Senhora da Graça, or Fort of Graça, stands majestically near Elvas, in the Alentejo. This example of Portuguese military architecture, built between 1763 and 1792 during the reign of King José I, under the direction of the French military engineer the Count of Lippe, is part of the Elvas fortifications complex, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2012. Strategically located on Monte da Graça, the fort, one of the most sophisticated bastioned fortifications in Europe, has an imposing circular stone structure crowned by a distinctive yellow octagonal central redoubt. This redoubt, designed according to the Dutch method of fortification, houses the Governor's House on the upper floors, a chapel on the first floor and a cistern dug into the rock underground. Combining a defensive function with Baroque aesthetic elements, the structure reinforced the defenses of the border town, with the yellow building at the top also serving as the military command center.
O interior do Forte da Graça, em Elvas, revela a sua arquitetura militar imponente, com corredores abobadados decorados em tons ocres e geométricos. Esta fortaleza do século XVIII, parte do sistema defensivo da cidade, combina funcionalidade e estética, criando espaços que refletem a grandiosidade da engenharia militar portuguesa.
Fort National - August 27, 2009
Fort National is a fort on a tidal island a few hundred metres off the walled city of Saint-Malo.
The military architect Vauban designed it in 1689 to protect Saint-Malo's port.
The fort was originally called Fort Royal.
In 1789 the fort's name became Fort d'Îlette or Républicain, then Fort Impérial and, after 1870, Fort National.
Fort Pulaski, under construction from 1829 to 1847, was one of a chain of brick coastal fortifications in the eastern United States. On Cockspur Island in the mouth of the Savannah River, it guarded the city of Savannah from water-borne invasion. The main fortification is a five-sided (truncated hexagon) brick structure, with 7½-foot-thick outer walls two tiers high and approximately 350 feet long on each side. Opposite the gorge face is a triangular demilune with sides approximately 400 feet long (seen in the photograph above). The fort and its demilune are separated by, and completely surrounded by, a wet moat approximately 40 feet wide and 7 feet deep (seen in the photograph above). Extending from the fort in all directions over an area of roughly 100 acres is a system of dikes and drainage ditches. All of the above elements were designed and built as an integrated, militarily interdependent unit. All other historic structures on the island are in some way associated with the fort, but were not necessary to its operation as a defensive work. The fort is in excellent condition due to extensive restoration in the 1930's by the National Park Service. Its exterior remains unaltered. The interior was altered only by the installation of electricity, rest room facilities, and removable exhibit cases & storage areas in the gorge wall.
Fort Pulaski is the best preserved and most original of a system of eastern coastal forts designed by the French military engineer Simon Bernard, while in the employ of the United States Army Corps of Engineers. Its massive brick walls, backed by heavy piers, and case-mated rooms reflected the continuing search for security against increasingly large caliber smooth-bore cannons of the period. The best military engineering principles, finest joinery, and masonry techniques of the day were used in its construction. Yet the siege and rapid reduction of Fort Pulaski in 1862 by heavy rifled artillery of the Federal Army, which had no precedent at the time, immediately made obsolete all masonry forts everywhere. Most of the construction features and extensive siege damage are still visible, and are interpreted to the visiting public today.
The Fort Pulaski complex was determined to be significant for listing on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) on October 15, 1966 in the areas of architecture, engineering, and military history of the United States of America. Although the fort embodies nothing new since Roman times in the way of architectural principles, the craftsmanship exhibited in its construction is outstanding, and it is one of the best surviving examples of North American fort architecture and engineering. It is far more significant in terms of military history. Built as it was, to withstand the heaviest of smooth-bore cannons of the day, the fort quickly fell under the punch of rifled artillery. This successful test siege immediately changed the course of military architecture and history forever.
All of the information above was found on the original documents submitted to the NRHP for listing consideration and can be viewed here:
npgallery.nps.gov/NRHP/AssetDetail/17b19096-6db2-44be-b1e...
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D5000 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
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This image is of Fort Edward in Windsor, Nova Scotia. It is a simple structure where the form is informed by its function. The overhanging second storey is to allow soldiers to fire at adversaries storming the fort through holes in the floor. Wood was abundant in British North America. The heavy timber construction was easier to work with than stone yet surprisingly resistant to fire.
-Added to the Cream of the Crop pool as my best of 2006.
The Third System refers to 19th century military architecture in the United States. Fort Pulaski National Monument exists as one of the best preserved forts in this defense system. Shoreline defense was fragmented and weak when the British burned the nation's capital during the War of 1812. At the time coastal defenses were composed of a haphazard assortment of batteries and outposts. In response to lessons learned in the War of 1812, a new coastal defense system was designed. This new defense system was an attempt to protect critical United States shorelines.
The Third System was established during a relatively peaceful time for the United States. These conditions provided for an unprecedented level of standardization in design and planning. For the first time, a professional board was appointed to oversee design and construction. Close to 200 forts were envisioned to guard the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, however only 30 were built between 1816-1867. Some structures were never completed in part because of events at Fort Pulaski during the Civil War.
This photo is of the outer walls that show, in detail, many pock marks from Union cannon fire and the edge of a section that was breached (the newer brick on the left side) by new rifled cannons during the Civil War battle that lead to its surrender by Colonel Charles H. Olmstead. The fort became a National Monument on October 15, 1924 under the War Department and later was transferred to the National Park service on August 10, 1933. At this time, repairs began on the breached portion of the wall and across the rest of this national landmark. Additionally, the Fort Pulaski complex was determined to be significant for listing on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) on October 15, 1966 in the areas of architecture, engineering, and military history of the United States of America. Much of the information above was found on the original documents submitted to the NRHP for listing consideration and can be viewed here:
npgallery.nps.gov/NRHP/AssetDetail/17b19096-6db2-44be-b1e...
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D5000 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
The best way to view my photostream is through Flickriver with the following link: www.flickriver.com/photos/photojourney57/
Fort Pulaski, under construction from 1829 to 1847, was one of a chain of brick coastal fortifications in the eastern United States. On Cockspur Island in the mouth of the Savannah River, it guarded the city of Savannah from water-borne invasion. The main fortification is a five-sided (truncated hexagon) brick structure, with 7½-foot-thick outer walls two tiers high and approximately 350 feet long on each side. Opposite the gorge face is a triangular demilune with sides approximately 400 feet long. The fort and its demilune are separated by, and completely surrounded by, a wet moat approximately 40 feet wide and 7 feet deep. Extending from the fort in all directions over an area of roughly 100 acres is a system of dikes and drainage ditches. All of the above elements were designed and built as an integrated, militarily interdependent unit. All other historic structures on the island are in some way associated with the fort, but were not necessary to its operation as a defensive work. The fort is in excellent condition due to extensive restoration in the 1930's by the National Park Service. Its exterior remains unaltered. The interior was altered only by the installation of electricity, rest room facilities, and removable exhibit cases & storage areas in the gorge wall.
Fort Pulaski is the best preserved and most original of a system of eastern coastal forts designed by the French military engineer Simon Bernard, while in the employ of the United States Army Corps of Engineers. Its massive brick walls, backed by heavy piers, and case-mated rooms reflected the continuing search for security against increasingly large caliber smooth-bore cannons of the period. The best military engineering principles, finest joinery, and masonry techniques of the day were used in its construction. Yet the siege and rapid reduction of Fort Pulaski in 1862 by heavy rifled artillery of the Federal Army, which had no precedent at the time, immediately made obsolete all masonry forts everywhere. Most of the construction features and extensive siege damage are still visible, and are interpreted to the visiting public today.
The Fort Pulaski complex was determined to be significant for listing on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) on October 15, 1966 in the areas of architecture, engineering, and military history of the United States of America. Although the fort embodies nothing new since Roman times in the way of architectural principles, the craftsmanship exhibited in its construction is outstanding, and it is one of the best surviving examples of North American fort architecture and engineering. It is far more significant in terms of military history. Built as it was, to withstand the heaviest of smooth-bore cannons of the day, the fort quickly fell under the punch of rifled artillery. This successful test siege immediately changed the course of military architecture and history forever.
All of the information above was found on the original documents submitted to the NRHP for listing consideration and can be viewed here:
npgallery.nps.gov/NRHP/AssetDetail/17b19096-6db2-44be-b1e...
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D5000 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
The best way to view my photostream is through Flickriver with the following link: www.flickriver.com/photos/photojourney57/
Fort Pulaski, under construction from 1829 to 1847, was one of a chain of brick coastal fortifications in the eastern United States. On Cockspur Island in the mouth of the Savannah River, it guarded the city of Savannah from water-borne invasion. The main fortification is a five-sided (truncated hexagon) brick structure, with 7½-foot-thick outer walls two tiers high and approximately 350 feet long on each side. Opposite the gorge face is a triangular demilune with sides approximately 400 feet long. The fort and its demilune are separated by, and completely surrounded by, a wet moat approximately 40 feet wide and 7 feet deep (seen in the photograph above). Extending from the fort in all directions over an area of roughly 100 acres is a system of dikes and drainage ditches. All of the above elements were designed and built as an integrated, militarily interdependent unit. All other historic structures on the island are in some way associated with the fort, but were not necessary to its operation as a defensive work. The fort is in excellent condition due to extensive restoration in the 1930's by the National Park Service. Its exterior remains unaltered. The interior was altered only by the installation of electricity, rest room facilities, and removable exhibit cases & storage areas in the gorge wall.
Fort Pulaski is the best preserved and most original of a system of eastern coastal forts designed by the French military engineer Simon Bernard, while in the employ of the United States Army Corps of Engineers. Its massive brick walls, backed by heavy piers, and case-mated rooms reflected the continuing search for security against increasingly large caliber smooth-bore cannons of the period. The best military engineering principles, finest joinery, and masonry techniques of the day were used in its construction. Yet the siege and rapid reduction of Fort Pulaski in 1862 by heavy rifled artillery of the Federal Army, which had no precedent at the time, immediately made obsolete all masonry forts everywhere. Most of the construction features and extensive siege damage are still visible, and are interpreted to the visiting public today.
The Fort Pulaski complex was determined to be significant for listing on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) on October 15, 1966 in the areas of architecture, engineering, and military history of the United States of America. Although the fort embodies nothing new since Roman times in the way of architectural principles, the craftsmanship exhibited in its construction is outstanding, and it is one of the best surviving examples of North American fort architecture and engineering. It is far more significant in terms of military history. Built as it was, to withstand the heaviest of smooth-bore cannons of the day, the fort quickly fell under the punch of rifled artillery. This successful test siege immediately changed the course of military architecture and history forever.
All of the information above was found on the original documents submitted to the NRHP for listing consideration and can be viewed here:
npgallery.nps.gov/NRHP/AssetDetail/17b19096-6db2-44be-b1e...
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D5000 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
The best way to view my photostream is through Flickriver with the following link: www.flickriver.com/photos/photojourney57/
Throughout history the monuments in Istanbul have exerted considerable influence on the development of architecture, monumental arts and the organization of space, both in Europe and the Near East. The 6,650 meter terrestrial wall of Theodosius II with its second line of defence, created in 447, is one special example and was one of the leading references for military architecture across Europe in the subsequent centuries.
The historic areas of central Istanbul including this Theodosian Wall are World Heritage listed by UNESCO.
One of the choices we made while in Istanbul was to walk the length of the wall from the Sea of Marmara cost to the Golden Horn, photographing as we went. It was a memorable day.
This is a mid-nineteenth century military installation. I wanted to make the picture forbidding, menacing and dark
Interior do Forte da Graça, em Elvas, destacando-se a cúpula central de traços geométricos e tons dourados. Nas paredes, encontram-se símbolos náuticos e militares, acompanhados de inscrições que evocam o espírito de honra e sacrifício. Este espaço reflete a grandiosidade e o propósito estratégico deste forte, uma obra-prima da engenharia militar do século XVIII e Património Mundial da UNESCO.
Música (abrir en nueva pestaña) / Music (Open link in new tab): Paul Mounsey - Senses.
Vista del castillo de Chinchilla de Montearagón (Albacete) con las primeras luces del alba. Mereció la pena madrugar para capturar el amanecer.
Canon EOS 50D / Tamron SP 17mm f/3.5 adaptall-2 51B / f/11 V:2,5 seg. ISO 100
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A view of Chinchilla de Montearagón Castle (Albacete, Spain) with the dawn first lights. It was worth getting up early to capture the sun rise.
Canon EOS 50D / Tamron SP 17mm f/3; 5 adaptall-2 51B / f/11 S:2,5 sec. ISO 100
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Interior do Forte da Graça, em Elvas, uma joia da arquitetura militar do século XVIII. Este corredor abobadado, com detalhes geométricos e brasões nas paredes, reflete a imponência do forte, construído para proteger a fronteira portuguesa. Classificado como Património Mundial pela UNESCO, o Forte da Graça é um exemplo notável da engenharia defensiva da época.