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Through one of the alternate plain glass windows in the Round Church (1185) - Temple Church, London. Built by the Knights Templar, the soldier monks who protected pilgrims to the Holy Land during the crusades.
The cold, grey and windy day outside was transformed by the random ripples in the old glass.
The Ayia Napa Monastery, located in the town of Ayia Napa in the Republic of Cyprus, has a rich history that spans several centuries. The monastery holds a significant place in the cultural and religious heritage of Cyprus. In the following 1000 words, I will provide you with an overview of the history of the Ayia Napa Monastery.
The origins of the Ayia Napa Monastery can be traced back to the 14th century when Cyprus was under the rule of the Lusignan dynasty. According to legend, a hunter discovered a miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary hidden in a cave near the area where the monastery now stands. This discovery prompted the construction of a small chapel on the site to house the icon.
Initially, the chapel served as a place of worship for the locals and visiting pilgrims. Over time, the number of pilgrims increased, and the chapel underwent expansions and renovations to accommodate the growing congregation. As the popularity of the chapel grew, it attracted the attention of religious authorities, leading to the appointment of a resident priest and the establishment of a monastic community.
The exact date of the monastery's foundation is uncertain, but historical records indicate that it was officially recognized as a monastery in the late 16th century. It was dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and the name "Ayia Napa" translates to "Holy Forest" in Greek, referring to the lush vegetation surrounding the area.
During the Ottoman rule in the 16th and 17th centuries, the Ayia Napa Monastery faced numerous challenges. The Ottoman Empire restricted the activities of Christian institutions, and the monastery endured periods of neglect and decay. However, despite the difficulties, the monks continued to maintain the monastery and preserve its spiritual significance.
In the 18th century, the Ayia Napa Monastery underwent a major renovation and expansion, transforming it into the grand structure that stands today. The reconstruction efforts were supported by both local donations and contributions from wealthy individuals and church officials from other regions of Cyprus.
The architectural style of the monastery reflects the influences of Byzantine, Gothic, and Renaissance styles. The central church of the monastery features exquisite frescoes, intricate woodwork, and a remarkable iconostasis. The monastery complex also includes a bell tower, a chapel dedicated to St. George, a dormitory, and various auxiliary buildings.
Throughout its history, the Ayia Napa Monastery has been a center of spiritual and cultural life in the region. It has served as a place of pilgrimage, attracting believers from all over Cyprus and beyond. The monastery's holy relics and the presence of the miraculous icon have been sources of faith and healing for countless individuals.
In addition to its religious significance, the Ayia Napa Monastery has also played a role in local folklore and traditions. Festivals and processions are held annually to commemorate religious occasions, attracting visitors and adding to the vibrant cultural fabric of Ayia Napa.
In the 20th century, with the development of tourism in Cyprus, Ayia Napa transformed into a popular tourist destination. The monastery, with its historical and cultural importance, became an integral part of the town's attractions, drawing visitors seeking spiritual enrichment and a glimpse into the island's heritage.
Today, the Ayia Napa Monastery continues to be an active religious institution, with a community of resident monks who carry out daily prayers and rituals. The monastery welcomes visitors, offering a serene and contemplative environment for reflection and worship.
In conclusion, the Ayia Napa Monastery in the Republic of Cyprus has a rich history that spans centuries. From its humble beginnings as a small chapel to its transformation into a grand monastic complex, the monastery has endured numerous challenges and remained a symbol of faith and cultural heritage. Its architectural beauty, spiritual significance, and cultural traditions make it a cherished landmark in Ayia Napa, attracting visitors and pilgrims from near and far.
One shall stand, the shall fall...
Sold $200 worth of Transformers toys today. Feels good to unload some stuff but at the same time I'm already thinking of what to collect next
Behold! The incredible transforming Batmobile, Batman's latest means of transportation and crime fighting! Inspired by the cartoon series Batman: The Brave and the Bold, this beast can turn into a giant Bat-mech! Check out the other pictures to see how! That way the Dark Knight can take on evil doers of any shapes and sizes!
A couple of photos today from inside the National Museum of Scotland. This was taken inside the new contemporary extension, really like the design and use of light in this area.
The Nordap motor transformed a normal bicycle into a motor bike of sorts. The entire front wheel was replaced and a petrol tank and some controls added. The one cylinder, two-stroke motor had an engine volume of 25 cc and delivered 0.9 hp. The petrol tank with a capacity of 1.3 litres of 1:25 mixture provided a range of 100 km. Its weight of 6.5 kg and the significant angular momentum at that location made the bicycle rather tricky to steer and control, but given the choice between that and having to pedal it might still have been considered worth it.
However, not many Nordap auxiliaries were sold. I guess it came just a few years too late. Had it been on the market in 1947 or 1948, when the disposable income of most Germans was too low even for the cheapest motor bike, this might have sold, but after 1949 the post-war economic boom had started and people would have preferred buying a motor bike or even a small car in instalments. From the mid-50s onwards, the entire motor bike market went into a slump because people wanted cars.
The Nordap company made many, mostly automotive components in the town of Ladenburg.
Seen at Automuseum Dr. Carl Benz, Ladenburg, Baden Württemberg, Germany
Camera: Leicaflex SL2 (Leica ID 10022), made in 1975
Lens: Leica Summicron-R-II 50mm (11216), made in 1978
Kodak Portra 800 professional grade colour negative film
Developed and scanned by www.meinfilmlab.de
Union Pacific dispatched a Customer Special through Salt Lake City, Utah on May 20, 2024. Symbol SESML 16 carried a large transformer, en route from East St. Louis, Illinois to Moss Landing, California. The train originated in Mcgehees, Alabama, handled by HLI Rail Rigging Logistics, and shipped by CSX to East St. Louis. The load is mounted to a 12-axle, low boy type flat car. The other seven random freight cars were included for buffering and braking.
Name: Passage ==> Tribulus
Designer: Natalia Romanenko
Units: 30
Paper: 5*10 cm (1:2)
Final height: ~ 10 cm
Joint: no glue
A sequence of images showing my transformation into Darla Chandler, a 1960s British pop singer/secret agent from my "Absolutely Smashing" franchise.
Abandoned Church Transformed With Colorful Graffiti In Morocco
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Imran Qureshi
Cartwright Hall
The garden is a place of peace, tranquillity and safety. This summer, two parks in Bradford will host new artworks, painted directly on to the paving by the acclaimed Pakistani artist Imran Qureshi. But these gardens within gardens do not provide refuge from conflict, or a haven from the outside world. Instead, inspired by the history of the million-strong British Indian army that fought in the First World War, Qureshi transforms a public space into zones in which light and dark mix, horror and hope collide. Qureshi lives and works in Lahore, Pakistan, a region that as part of the British Raj enlisted a huge number of Sikh, Muslim and Hindu soldiers to fight on the Western Front. Their experiences of being at war in a distant land and in a hostile climate inform the work that this leading international artist will present in the Mughal Water Gardens in Lister Park, next to Cartwright Hall Art Gallery and in City Park, Bradford city centre.
Qureshi – who uses a delicate style inspired by the history of Pakistani and Indian miniature painting to reflect upon contemporary conflicts and divisions – illuminates the complex interplay between Islamic and European history and culture. These vibrant works remind us that war creates division, but can also bring people together.
Co-commissioned by 14-18 NOW: WW1 Centenary Art Commissions, Bradford
Bradford Museums and Galleries
Visual expression of "Heart" for Advanced Lighting assignment. I chose to focus on the Eshu and Shakti charms i normally wear around my neck.
This image also appears as part of a trans-formed work by my flickr friend Trans-formation.
In addition to the work of Essomba72 seen below, LouisCypher has offered up a mod of this image in his photostream.
Pointblank from G1 Transformers cartoon series, turns into a futuristic speedster. Transformation doesn't require reassembly of parts.
I am taking inspiration from both his original toy version from the 80s and also some design cues from his cartoon/comic version.
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Arcane transforms into a crane (vehicle) and crane (bird) and robot.
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¿cómo funcionan estas "máquinas" que transforman la leña en carbón? Una vez cargados, se sellan las puertas (tienen una para la carga y otra, en el lado opuesto, para la descarga) y se empieza a prender por un hueco de unos 50 centímetros. "Después se le da unas diez horas de fuego y, una vez que éste «agarra», se tapa la abertura con barro y el horno comienza a trabajar solo."
Luego de 24 horas, el fuego comienza a bajar a las vizcacheras, 12 pequeñas aberturas ubicadas aproximadamente cada un metro y medio en la parte inferior de las paredes. Estas son indispensables para manejar el quemado. Cuando el fuego cae en la primera se la debe tapar, para que la llama se apague en ese sector y "caiga" en el siguiente. Una por una, estas bocas se van sellando en el sentido de las agujas del reloj, hasta que arde el último tronco. Es ésta la fórmula para guiar el fuego y realizar un quemado parejo. "Cuando ya ardió toda la leña, comienza a salir un humo celeste claro al principio y blanco después, entonces se tapa la boca de la chimenea para ahogar el fuego. Acá no podemos usar agua, porque se estropearía el carbón", explicó Jesús.
Todo ese proceso lleva tres días, y se deberán aguardar otros tres para que el horno se enfríe y se pueda sacar la producción. Apenas se vacíe, volverá a llenarse con leña seca y todo empezará otra vez. "No bien se saca, el carbón se carga en un camión y se despacha, para no correr el riesgo de que una lluvia lo moje."
Charcoal production in Santiago del Estero, still using ancient production methods...
Demonstration video of the SNES Transformer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=583EZB93ZRc
This a slightly retooled variation of my LEGO Super Nintendo Transformers set, which was altered to have some of its principal joints removed to make it non-transforming. This was done in September while I was editing raw footage for my demonstration video, since I did this for the sole purpose of submitting my concept to LEGO Ideas. And basically, I wanted to submit an entry of a solid, non-transforming game console much akin to the official NES set from 2020, as the transformation function would be too cumbersome for average consumers – not to mention licensing issues with Transformers, as they're property of Hasbo. Unfortunately, after making these changes to my MOCs and shooting these photos, I prepared an entry to LEGO Ideas but was instantly rejected due to licensing restrictions with Nintendo as an intellectual property.
With that said, I decided to still release these photos of the updated console/accessories, since the new aesthetic changes are more accurate to a real SNES. For example, the dummy game cartridge looks more like a real SNES cartridge than the transforming version I built, since I wasn't confined to the usage of certain joint pieces which made the creations look wonky. Another set of joints I removed was the ball and socket set on the front of the console by the controller ports, and thus I fixed the little red light on the front left.
Maybe LEGO Group will change their minds and allow me to submit this as a model; I'd love to share this as a retail set.