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El castillo de Burgalimar (del árabe Burj al-Hamma, 'torre de los Baños'), es una fortaleza califal, construida en el siglo x sobre un pequeño cerro que domina la localidad de Baños de la Encina, situada en el norte de la provincia de Jaén (Andalucía, España).
Rodeado y flanqueado por una robusta y almenada muralla con catorce torres, más una decimoquinta torre del homenaje de factura cristiana, el castillo apenas ha sufrido daños, ya sean causados por el tiempo o la acción humana. Representa por tanto un ejemplo perfecto de fortaleza andalusí del siglo x, y constituye el conjunto fortificado mejor preservado de la época califal, al mismo tiempo que es uno de los castillos musulmanes mejor conservados de toda España. Su inestimable valor histórico y artístico es la razón por la que este castillo llegó a ser declarado como Monumento Nacional en 1931.1os de la Encina (Jaén)
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Representa a Latona, madre de Apolo y Diana siendo increpada por los hombres que como castigo se van convirtiendo en ranas.
Historia:Este conjunto de mármol esculpido por los hermanos Marsy en 1670 es una las obras más famosas de Versalles y representa a Latona y sus hijos, dando nombre al estanque sobre el que se erige. Inspirado en Las metamorfosis de Ovidio, el estanque de Latona ilustra la metamorfosis de los campesinos de Licia en anfibios tras haber impedido a la diosa y a sus hijos Diana y Apolo beber en un estanque. El estanque y el parterre que lo rodean –diseñado por André Le Nôtre– fueron íntegramente restaurados en el año 2015.
La Tour Zimmer (en néerlandais : Zimmertoren) est une tour horloge située à Lierre en Belgique, nommée d'après l'horloger et astronome amateur Louis Zimmer. Cette tour était à l'origine une tour médiévale, la Corneliustoren, qui faisait partie de la première enceinte de la ville.
L'année de construction de la tour n'est pas précise, mais elle date d'avant 1425. Les autorités de la ville vendirent la tour en 1812, mais après la Première Guerre mondiale elles la rachetèrent afin de la démolir. En 1928, Louis Zimmer offrit à la ville de Lierre un mécanisme horloger (l'horloge du Jubilé appelée également l'horloge du Centenaire) muni de plusieurs cadrans indiquant le temps, le cosmos et autres phénomènes périodiques. Il fut alors décidé d'accueillir cette horloge dans la Corneliustoren qui à cette fin fut restaurée. Depuis cette tour est dénommée Tour Zimmer. L'inauguration a eu lieu le 29 juin 1930 pour les cent ans de la Belgique.
L'Horloge astronomique (nommée également l'horloge merveilleuse) qui fut commandée par le roi Albert Ier pour l'Exposition universelle de Bruxelles en 1935, est l'œuvre maîtresse de l'horloger de Lierre. Zimmer en reçu les félicitations notamment d'Albert Einstein. Cette horloge comporte entre autres le mouvement horloger mécanique le plus lent au monde : une révolution par 25 800 ans (précession des équinoxes). Elle se trouve depuis 1960 dans un pavillon situé à côté de la Tour. L'ensemble forme le musée Zimmer.
Une représentation du système solaire a été installée sur la petite place devant la tour, avec la représentation des astéroïdes (1664) Felix et (3064) Zimmer découverts en 1929 et en 1984 et baptisés d'après l'écrivain flamand Félix Timmermans et Louis Zimmer.
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Autel comportant un bas-relief central représentant la Cène, encadrée par quatre colonnettes. Tabernacle dont la porte centrale est en onyx. Retable composé de deux niches comportant des hauts-reliefs représentant des scènes de la vie de saint Martin (dont la Charité de saint Martin à gauche), couronnées par une arcature gothique ajourée. Aux extrémités du retable, des niches étroites à dais abritent des statues de saint Pierre et saint Paul. Au-dessus de l'exposition, au centre, une autre niche à dais surmontée d'une flèche, abrité un Christ bénissant. De part et d'autre, dans de plus petites niches, des statues d'anges. Sur l'autel, six chandeliers en bronze doré et sur le tabernacle, une croix d'autel en bronze doré.
Protea is both the botanical name and the English common name of a genus of South African flowering plants, sometimes also called sugarbushes or fynbos. The family is Proteaceae. In local tradition, the protea flower represents change and hope. The extraordinary richness and diversity of species characteristic of the Cape flora are thought to be caused in part by the diverse landscape, where populations can become isolated from each other and in time develop into separate species. The main vectors responsible for the transfer of pollen in protea cultivation are birds, insects, and wind. Some Protea species exhibit both self-pollination and cross-pollination as a method of reproduction. Cross-pollination is preferred, though, as a method of reproduction because it provides genetic diversity in the population. When cultivating proteas, breeders use hand pollination as a controlled method to transfer pollen from one flower to another. Proteas usually flower during spring. The general structure of their flower heads consists of a mass of flowers on a woody receptacle. The ovary is protected by the receptacle, thus is not seen when looking at the flower, but the anthers are present at the top of the flower, which can then easily transfer the pollen to the vectors. 11113
The picture represents the feelings and point of view of the intelligence behind the camera. This disease of our age is boredom and a good photographer must combat it. The way to do this is by invention – by surprise. When I say a good picture has surprise value I mean that it stimulates my thinking and intrigues me. The best way to achieve surprise quality is by avoiding clichés. Imitation is the greatest danger of the young photographer.
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Photography, February 1964
HMM! Ukraine Matters!
prunus, Blireana plum, j c raulston arboretum, ncsu, raleigh, north carolina
C'est une représentation du « Sema-Taouy », ce qui signifie la « Réunion des Deux-Terres ». Les deux génies de l'Inondation, "les hâpy" (représentations divines du Nil), lient le lis et le papyrus, les deux plantes héraldiques de Haute et de Basse-Égypte en un superbe symbole de paix et de prospérité.
This image represents an unexpected sight. Exploring areas near Kanab, Utah, we were on our way to Old Paria, which was billed as a ghost town with a wooden structure which would make for a wonderful foreground against the striated hills behind. We read that the structure was actually built as a movie prop and was used in westerns, including The Outlaw Josey Wales. Supposedly, it was damaged and moved to higher ground nearby to protect it from floods. We found, or rather didn't find the structure, which we're pretty sure no longer exists. At least we couldn't find it, and it wasn't for lack of trying. We were rewarded, however, with this view along the way. Luckily, the area had been dusted with snow that morning, adding a delightful frosting to the hills and gullies and the remnants of the snowstorm in the sky.
... but we do not represent hope for them!
Let us keep the flowers in the soil; no plucking!
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Please, don't fave and run, you will get yourself blocked.
The Giardini Botanici Villa Taranto (16 hectares) are botanical gardens located on the western shore of Lake Maggiore in Pallanza, Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Italy.
The gardens were established 1931-1940 by Scotsman Neil McEacharn who bought an existing villa and its neighboring estates, cut down more than 2000 trees, and undertook substantial changes to the landscape
Today the gardens contain nearly 20,000 plant varieties, representing more than 3,000 species, set among 7 km of paths. Among its collections are azalea, cornus, greenhouses of Victoria amazonica, and 300 types of dahlias. It also contains a small herbarium and the founder's mausoleum.
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La Ceja, Colombia; Central Andes; 2.300 meters above sea level.
Momotus aequatorialis (Andean motmot / Barranquero)
The Andean Motmot, as the English name implies, is the Andean representative of the "Blue-crowned Motmot" complex. For many years, all members of this group were considered to be conspecific, but this group now is reclassified as representing five different species. The Andean Motmot occurs in humid montane forests of the Andes mountains of South America, from Colombia south to Bolivia. Andean motmot is a big bird about 50 cm from beak to tail.
These birds often sit still, and in their dense forest habitat can be difficult to see, despite their size. They eat small prey such as insects and lizards, and will also regularly take fruit.
Amazing how one setup can represent your life....
Coffee & snacks...home made and fresh..
Paper to draw on or to scribble words/poems...
A headphone for some music
Pieces of nature to remind you there is still an outdoors....
The ash tray... No I don't smoke... but I do need to sharp my pencil, right 😉
Have a lovely Sunday all....
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Painted ceramic benches representing all the provinces in Spain are arranged round the square.
It was built because of the Ibero-american Exhibition of 1929, held in Seville. Its creator was Aníbal González. He mixed a style inspired by the Renaissance with typical elements from the city: exposed brick, ceramics and wrought iron (worked by Domingo Prida). Its floor plan is semicircular. It is dominated by 2 towers, one on each side of the enclosed area, which frame the central building where the main rooms are. Between the two towers runs a network of galleries with an arcade of semicircular arches leading to exits in different parts of the square, where a fountain stands.
WORK represents my hollyhocks. A beautiful surprise in my letter box ! Thank you so much Françoise !
Merci beaucoup Françoise!
Representante de la arquitectura de finales del siglo XIX, obra del arquitecto Santiago Rebollar, que finalizó su construcción en 1892. Destaca la fachada principal, rematada con el escudo de la ciudad, y la de la Merced, con una tribuna de columnas jónicas coronadas por un frontón. Toda la parte baja del edificio es de piedra caliza blanca y la superior de ladrillo visto y piedra caliza.
En el interior una impresionante escalera, desarrollada en dos vertientes y cubierta por una cúpula decorada por Ángel Andrade y Samuel Luna. En sus galerías, como exposición permanente, destaca la obra de Andrade junto a otros pintores y escultores de la provincia.
The word sail, a monument to poetry, is the name of a steel sculpture by Heinrich Popp.
The sculpture stands on an open field northwest of Sotzweiler, the birthplace of the sculptor and today a district of the Saarland municipality of Tholey in the district of St. Wendel. On an elevation of about 338 metres above NHN, the sculpture represents a landmark visible from afar.
The word sail consists of two sail-shaped triangles, one of which stands on the top and which are twisted against each other. The two halves of the sail, made of stainless steel, are welded together at their highest point. At the same time, the empty space between the two steel plates also has a sail-like shape, depending on the point of view.
The monument, a gift from Heinrich Popp to his home community, was erected in 2005 after several years of planning and execution. The two steel plates were cast in the Dillinger Hütte and rolled to a thickness of 3 cm. The sculpture has a height of 13 meters and a total weight of approx. 30 tons.
The term word sail is also the name of a writing and poetry competition initiated by the artist at participating schools in Saarland.
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Das Wortsegel, ein Denkmal für Poesie, ist der Name einer Stahlplastik von Heinrich Popp.
Die Skulptur steht auf offenem Feld nordwestlich von Sotzweiler, dem Geburtsort des Bildhauers und heute ein Ortsteil der saarländischen Gemeinde Tholey im Landkreis St. Wendel. Auf einer Anhöhe von etwa 338 Metern über NHN stellt die Plastik eine weithin sichtbare Landmarke dar.
Das Wortsegel besteht aus zwei jeweils segelförmigen Dreiecken, von denen eins auf der Spitze steht und die gegeneinander verdreht/verspiegelt aufgestellt sind. An ihrer obersten Stelle sind die beiden aus rostendem Stahl erschaffenen Segelhälften miteinander verschweißt. Gleichzeitig besitzt auch der sich zwischen den beiden Stahlplatten befindende leere Raum abhängig vom Betrachtungsstandpunkt ebenfalls eine segelähnliche Form.
Das Denkmal, ein Geschenk von Heinrich Popp an seine Heimatgemeinde, wurde nach mehrjähriger Planungs- und Ausführungsphase 2005 errichtet. Die beiden Stahlplatten wurden in der Dillinger Hütte gegossen und bis auf eine Stärke von 3 cm gewalzt. Die Skulptur hat eine Höhe von 13 Metern und besitzt ein Gesamtgewicht von ca. 30 Tonnen
Der Begriff Wortsegel ist gleichzeitig der Name eines von dem Künstler ins Leben gerufenen Schreib- und Lyrikwettbewerbs an teilnehmenden Schulen im Saarland.
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The Thurisaz rune (ᚦ) represents the ability to confront obstacles, the strength to endure adversity, and the protection of mighty forces. Like the thorn it symbolizes, this rune reminds you that true strength lies not just in attack, but in defense and resilience. It suggests that you have the inner fortitude to face any challenge that stands in your way, urging you to stand firm and embrace your power.
Thurisaz is a rune of both conflict and transformation, showing that through struggle, growth is achieved. It calls on you to harness your inner strength wisely, channeling your energy to break through barriers and drive positive change. More than just a force of destruction, Thurisaz is a guardian—its presence in your path signifies that you are not alone, as unseen forces shield and guide you. Whether in battle, personal trials, or major life transitions, this rune is a reminder that your resilience is your greatest weapon, and through perseverance, victory is within reach.
"Thurisaz is the force that breaks and the strength that endures—embrace the storm, for it forges the warrior within."
Crazy weather. Got sunburned, nearly electrocuted and then drenched.
This is supposed to be brilliant white not grey....any camera recommendations??
The design for the Japanese Garden was conceived in 1970, construction started in 1971 and it was completed in 1974. It represents a gentle, horticultural gesture of sister ship between two sister cities, Buffalo and Kanazawa, Japan. Located on 6 acres along Delaware Park’s Mirror Lake, the original design contained over 1,000 plantings, nearly 20 globe-type lights, three small islands connected to the mainland by bridges.
Svrzo House represents the culture of living of city Muslim family from the end of XVII century.
After the siege of Sarajevo, the house was rebuilt and reopened again in 1997; during 2005 another bigger reconstruction has been done: roof, pavement, installations and restoration of pictures.
"My transformation represents more than what is just skin deep; it represents my motivation, drive, and willingness to constantly improve." ~Jinder Mahal
I'm a firm believer that we should never stop learning & always strive to improve ourselves. Life is so precious & should be celebrated every time we awake each morning! I thank God for my many blessings, family & friends. Thank you all for reaching out this morning with the lovely birthday wishes and gifts. Missy Fenwitch, I would like to acknowledge for the beautiful 'Happy Birthday' backdrop with poses!! This was so cute!! 💞
Representing the three lions in the menagerie of Henry lll at The Tower of London in the 13th century and included on his crest. Still visible to this day on the England football shirt.
There was a zoo here until the 19th century when animal welfare concerns saw the remaining animals transferred to more suitable accommodation in the new London Zoo at Regents Park.
Las Alondras y todos los representantes de su familia los alaudidos, son cada día mas escasos,
Habitantes de espacios abiertos, sufren como otras tantas especies de aves, la explotación intensiva de muchos pastizales.
Campos de cultivo de cereales de crecimiento rápido que se siegan antes de que las aves puedan haber terminado su ciclo reproductor y rociados de herbicidas y pesticidas que envenenan a sus presas, la verdad es que no lo tienen fácil para sobrevivir.
Sin embargo, bastan que en esos cultivos intensivos, se dejen pequeñas parcelas de terrenos sin sembrar, donde crezcan las mal llamadas malas hierbas y no se echen tantos pesticidas y herbicidas a los cultivos, que al final también nosotros los terminamos ingiriendo y acumulando en nuestros tejidos, para que las alondras y demás aves habitantes de estos espacios, pudiesen criar y alimentarse.
¿Estaremos dispuestos a ello?.
En algunos lugares se hace con resultados muy buenos en lo referente a los aguiluchos cenizos y pálidos,
Ojala esa sensibilidad cada vez este mas presente, pero tengo muchas dudas de ello.
En la foto una Alondra común (Alauda arvensis) .
Saludos.
The Saffron-crowned Tanager (Tangara xanthocephala) is a breathtaking subject, and capturing it at La Minga Ecolodge near Cali, Colombia, was a rewarding challenge. This Andean gem, perched elegantly on a mossy branch, stands out with its vivid saffron-yellow crown and iridescent turquoise plumage. The soft, diffused light filtering through the cloud forest canopy provided an ideal setting to highlight the bird’s intricate feather details and the rich textures of its surroundings. This image represents the delicate balance of nature and the beauty of photographing wildlife in its natural habitat.
For this shot, I used the Canon RF 100-500mm lens at its maximum focal length of 500mm, allowing me to capture the tanager from a respectful distance without disturbing its behavior. A shutter speed of 1/500 sec froze the subtle movements of the bird, while an aperture of f/6.7 ensured a creamy background that isolates the subject beautifully. ISO 800 balanced the low light conditions, retaining vibrant colors and sharp details. These technical choices reflect my approach to bird photography—blending precision and respect for the natural world to create images that tell a story.
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This photo is from Marado [Mara Island]. Marado represents the southernmost point in South Korean territory. The island is about 30km from the southern port of Jeju and the trip by ferry took about 15-20 minutes. The island is comparatively small (approximately 0.3 square kilometers) and you can walk around its entirety at a leisurely pace in about 90 minutes. Marado is home to about 90 residents and "…has long been known for its population being composed of strong women and docile men." (Wiki). While there, we saw traditional "haenyeo" women divers actively working at their trade of free diving to gather seafood.
A Beautiful Second Life Art Sim Called HuMaNoiD owned by Wendy Xeno
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Tridente. “Psi”.
Do Romano Neptuno, do Grego Poseidon ou do Hindu Shiva, ou ainda de algum Deus menor daqueles que adoram lançar o caos no Olimpo,...
Em 2010 um tal vulcão Eyjafjallajokull,... "uff só o nome já é um embaraço linguístico", lança o caos no transito aéreo europeu e pelo que parece fica a uns poucos km deste local,...
Psi (Ψ ou ψ; em grego: ψι, transl.: psi) é a vigésima terceira letra do alfabeto grego.
A letra Ψ é utilizada na irrigação para representar o Potencial Hídrico e dos seus componentes.
A letra Ψ é utilizada como logo para representar a Psicologia. fonte:Wki
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With two Le Mans wins, dozens of grand prix victories, five Targa Florios, a Manufacturers’ Championship, and the build of some of the pre-war period’s most celebrated sports and luxury automobiles to its credit, it is no wonder that the Bugatti marque is regularly honored at world-class concours d’elegance and museums. The Molsheim, France-based brand is so esteemed that a commemoration of its 100th anniversary was never in doubt. So when the occasion arrived in 2009, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance duly pronounced Bugatti’s centenary as one of the event’s guiding themes.
This opportunity was not lost on Bugatti Automobiles SaS, the modern successor to Ettore Bugatti’s original Alsatian concern. The company’s signature product, the 1,001-horsepower Veyron 16.4, had spent years in careful development by the VW Group’s specialized engineers, and was received with justifiable acclaim by journalists and enthusiasts alike upon its 2005 introduction, redefining the benchmark for the modern hypercar in the process.
The Veyron was capable of accelerating from 0 to 62 mph in just 2.46 seconds, en route to a top speed just over 408 km/h (nearly 254 mph). Built around a magnificent mid-mounted, quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter W-16 engine with four valves per cylinder and a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, it astonished the world with its surefootedness even at the most extreme speeds, enabled by a full-time Haldex all-wheel-drive system. The stopping power was stunning, as the Veyron was anchored by massive carbon-ceramic disc brakes with 15.7-inch discs and eight-piston, four-pad calipers up front, while 15-inch discs with six-piston, two-pad calipers were mounted at the rear. The alloy wheels, respectively 20 and 21 inches at the front and rear, were shod with special Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 PAX run-flat tires engineered specifically for the Veyron.
Three different drive modes governed the dizzying array of technology: a Normal mode, at which the ride height was 4.9 inches; a Handling mode that deployed the rear spoiler and lowered ride height to 3.15 inches; and a special, key-activated High-Speed mode that dropped ride height to 2.56 inches in front and 2.75 at the rear, while changing the spoiler position. Even the car’s ancillary systems, including no fewer than 10 radiators, were marvels of automotive engineering conceived to perform under the most demanding circumstances.
All of this was encased within an intricately hand-crafted structure, actually shorter in overall length than a modern Porsche 911, though riding on a longer 106.7-inch wheelbase, while being noticeably lower and wider than the benchmark German sports car of the day. It was instantly and definitively recognizable as the pinnacle product that it aspired to be—the modern Bugatti, a sporting speed machine that looked and performed like absolutely nothing else on the road.
General Motors products are well represented this day at Wisconsin & Southern's Horicon terminal. Bob Lilly (leaning out of the cab window) and I have just finished up putting together the night train with one of three F45's WSOR acquired earlier in the year. The GMC truck is roundhouse foreman, chief mechanical officer, rules examiner etc, Jim Roberson's company vehicle. I believe that Bob and I had the classiest of the GM products this day though.
WSOR Night Train
WSOR 1001,4492,4494
Horicon, WI.
July 1992
La cathédrale de San Nicolo représente le lieu de culte le plus important de la ville de Noto, dédiée à S. Nicolo de Mira, elle fut église siège de la paroisse jusqu’en 1844, année de création du Diocèse de Noto, pour ensuite devenir le siège de l’évéche du dicèse du même nom en Sicile.
La construction de l’édifice religieux débuta en 1693, mais suite aux nombreux séismes qui se succédèrent au fil des siècles, elle subit des dégats et successives restaurations.
L’actuelle structure est en patie le fruit des derniers travaux, seulement terminés au XIXè siècle sur les plans de l’Architecte Bernardo Labisi.
En 1848 s’écroula la coupole, qui fut reconstruite sur les plans de l’arc. Cassone. La construction fut portée à terme en 1862, et les travaux d’embellissement internes de l’église se terminèrent en 1959.
Durant « la secousse du séisme de Santa Lucia » du 13 Décembre 1990, les piliers supportant la coupole de l’église ont subi des dégâts. Le 13 Mars 1996 l’énième effondrement porta l’écroulement total de la coupole, de la nef centrale et de celle orientale. Les travaux de reconstruction et de restauration de l’église ont porté à la réouverture au culte le 18 Juin 2007.
Le 21 Janvier 2012 le pape Benoît XVI a élevé la cathédrale au rang de Basilique Mineure.
La cathédrale se dresse au sommet d’un grand et monumental escalier, sur le côté nord de Piazza Municipio.
La façade flanquée de tours latérales élancées, représente un exemple de l’architecture baroque tardif de la Val di Noto, où ne manquent pas des éléments éclectiques et une notable inspiration néoclassique.
L’intérieur de l’église, à croix latine avec trois nefs, était dans le passé embellie de fresques des peintres Bandinelli et Arduino, perdues lors de l’effonfrement de 1996; à ce jour, elle se présente avec de grands et volumineux espaces blancs, simples et des décorations baroques.
The cathedral of San Nicolo represents the most important place of worship in the city of Noto, dedicated to S. Nicolo de Mira, it was the seat of the parish until 1844, the year of creation of the Diocese of Noto, and then became the seat of the bishopric of the dicese of the same name in Sicily.
The construction of the religious building began in 1693, but following the numerous earthquakes which followed one another over the centuries, it suffered damage and successive restorations. The current structure is the fruit of the latest work, only completed in the 19th century on the plans of the Architect Bernardo Labisi.
In 1848 the dome collapsed, which was rebuilt on the plans of the arch. Cassone. Construction was completed in 1862, and internal church improvement work was completed in 1959.
During the "earthquake in the Santa Lucia earthquake" of December 13, 1990, the pillars supporting the church dome were damaged. On March 13, 1996 the umpteenth collapse brought the total collapse of the dome, the central nave and that of the east. The reconstruction and restoration of the church led to the reopening of worship on June 18, 2007.
On January 21, 2012 Pope Benedict XVI raised the cathedral to the rank of Minor Basilica.
The cathedral stands at the top of a large, monumental staircase on the north side of Piazza Municipio.
The facade flanked by slender side towers represents an example of the late Baroque architecture of Val di Noto, where there is no shortage of eclectic elements and a notable neoclassical inspiration. The interior of the church, with a Latin cross with three naves, was in the past embellished with frescoes by the painters Bandinelli and Arduino, lost during the 1996 collapse; to date, it presents itself with large and voluminous white spaces, simple and baroque decorations.
Olympus mju 9010 - f/3.9- 1/160sec - 7mm - ISO 64
- The four leaf clover is the most well known lucky symbol around the world and across many very different cultures, with its origin ages old.
- According to legend, Eve carried a four leaf clover from the Garden of Eden.
- Druids held the 4 leaf clover in high esteem and considered them a sign of luck.
- If consumed, a genie appears. This genie grants you three wishes. These three wishes must be used in one year.
- In addition, each leaf is believed to represent something: the first is for faith, the second is for hope, the third is for love, and the fourth is for luck.
- Marsilea quadrifolia, Four Leaf Clover or European Water Clover has its natural habitat in Europe and Southern Asia. It is found growing both submersed and emersed along marshlands, riverbanks (such as the Loire, Po and parts of the Danube) and streams. Considered an invasive exotic in North America.
This aquatic fern bears a 4 parted leaf resembling '4-leaf clover' (Trifolium). Leaves floating in deep water or erect in shallow water or on land.
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Relieves murales. Historias en piedra
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De: www.worldhistory.org/trans/es/1-12950/angkor-wat/
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Angkor Wat está diseñado para representar el monte Meru, el nexo espiritual y físico en el hinduismo que es el centro de toda la realidad. Los cinco picos del Monte Meru están representados por las cinco agujas del templo. Se creía que Brahma y los Devas (semidioses) vivían en el monte Meru y es famosa la referencia que se hace en el Mahabharata cuando Yudhishthira y sus hermanos viajan a las puertas del cielo. Los hermanos van muriendo uno a uno hasta que solo quedan Yudhishthira y su fiel perro. Cuando llegan a la frontera del cielo, el guardián de la puerta le dice a Yudhishthira que puede entrar por la vida digna que vivió, pero que no se admiten perros en el cielo. Yudhishthira rechaza cualquier paraíso que no incluya a los perros y se aleja, pero el guardián lo detiene y se revela como Vishnú, que solo lo estaba probando una última vez antes de permitirle la entrada.
Sculpture (limestone) by Barbara Hepworth, 1948, seen in St. Albans Museum and Gallery. I find it remarkable that Hepworth used the visual language of the Madonna and Child to represent the "new morning" in the biological history of our planet. The Eocene covers roughly the first thirty million years after the extinction of the dinosaurs - and the rise of new plant life, of the mammals and, ultimately, us. The image may tell us that this process has a sacred dimension or, at least, that religious language is a way to visually describe it. Edited in Fuji's raw converter and refined in Luminar.
Regarde dans mes yeux, tu verras
Ce que tu représentes pour moi
Cherche dans ton coeur, cherche dans ton âme
Et quand tu m'y trouveras tu ne chercheras plus♥
Hair::::Phoenix::: Rhonda Hair
dress: Kaithleen's Lilian
jewel :- Secrets - Angel's Pearls Chain Set
[ kunst ] - Kai wristband
wing: Blueberry - Oakley Wings - White
decor : my own Heaven
El Exterior: La fachada, idealmente cerrada a la izquierda por la torre de la abadía (siglo XIII) y, a la derecha, por el elegante campanario (siglo XII), es coloristamente evocadora, armoniosa y perfecta en sus líneas arquitectónicas, sobria y liviana en la decoración; refleja la influencia de la arquitectura lombardo-emiliana de la región del Véneto. La mirada se siente inmediatamente atraída por el gran rosetón figurativo. ("rueda de la fortuna") obra del maestro Brioloto (1217-1225).
El pórtico de Nicholaus (1138) es una elegante estructura arquitectónica sostenida por dos leones estilóforos. El escultor realiza las baldosas de mármol a la derecha del portal con Historias de la Creación y dos escenas relacionadas con Teodorico, mientras que, a la izquierda, el alumno Gugliemo se ocupa de los episodios del Nuevo Testamento. En los arquitrabes hay hermosas representaciones de los Meses. En la luneta San Zeno recibe el homenaje de la ciudad.
Wampeler (represent winter) in their typical bent forward position with a stick in their hand, moving carefully on the street. The riders (represent spring) try to lay them with their back on the street. Axams, Tyrol 2018.
Las Tablas son uno de los últimos representantes de un ecosistema denominado tablas fluviales que se forman al desbordarse los ríos en sus tramos medios, favorecidos por fenómenos de semiendorreísmo y la escasez de pendientes. El humedal se forma en la confluencia del río Guadiana y su afluente Cigüela y es uno de los ecosistemas acuáticos más importantes de la península ibérica por la variedad y calidad de la fauna y flora que habitan en ella, así como por aquellas aves que la emplean en los pasos migratorios. Las Tablas sirve de refugio a más de 2.000 especies (plantas, aves, insectos, peces, réptiles... ).
Sin embargo, la supervivencia del parque peligra debido a la sobreexplotación de los acuíferos. Debido a esta degradación, el 22 de octubre de 2009 la Comisión Europea abre un expediente a España,6 mientras que la Unesco ya había expresado con anterioridad la posibilidad de retirar la figura de Reserva de la Biosfera. La Unesco abrió un expediente contra España a instancias de la denuncia presentada en noviembre de 2007 por las organizaciones ecologistas (Ecologistas en Acción, Greenpeace, SEO/BirdLife y WWF); en ella se argumentaba que la Reserva de la Biosfera de La Mancha Húmeda y, en especial, Las Tablas de Daimiel, presentaban un alto nivel de degradación que suponía la pérdida de los valores que las habían hecho merecedoras de la calificación como Reserva de la Biosfera.