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A Russian craftsman is making shingles on Kizhi Island, Russia. Notice his hands and boots which have seen a lot of work.
On board the gabares, sliding on the Dordogne the Roque Gageac of reveals - Dordogne - New Aquitaine - France - Europe
Journée de la Terre 2023, quoi de mieux que la découverte de ce paysage ancestrale, où la Préhistoire est présente à chaque moment.
Earth Day 2023, what could be better than the discovery of this ancestral landscape, where prehistory is present at all times.
Au Moyen Âge, La Roque Gageac a compté jusqu'à 1 500 habitants. À l'époque, la Dordogne faisait vivre pêcheurs et gabariers du port. De cette période demeure l'église recouverte de lauzes. Non loin se dresse, flanqué d'une tour ronde, le manoir de la famille Tarde, amie de Galilée. Pendant la guerre de Cent Ans, La Roque Gageac accueillit les évêques de Sarlat. Leur résidence, à l'extrémité du village, a été conservée. Dominant les maisons, les vestiges du château défient encore le temps.
Le 17 janvier 1957, un pan de la falaise s'éboule sur une partie du village, tuant trois personnes en détruisant six maisons et une grange, coupant la route et terminant sa course dans la Dordogne66. En 2007, une stèle et une plaque ont été implantées au pied de la falaise à la mémoire des victimes de 1957.
Le 9 janvier 2010, un pan du plafond du fort troglodytique s'effondre entraînant la chute d'une partie du mur de courtine du fort, accroché à la paroi de la falaise depuis le xiie siècle, sur le côté du bâtiment d'accueil du site. Le 3 juin 2010, au début de la saison touristique, à la suite de la menace d'un rocher de 320 tonnes de s'effondrer sur le village et aux conclusions d'experts d'un danger imminent, la route départementale 703, traversant le village et surplombée par la falaise, est fermée pendant cinq semaines, avec évacuation des personnes les plus menacées. Des travaux de protection, notamment avec la pose de filets, sont effectués pour protéger les vies. À la suite de ces travaux, la RD 703 est rouverte le 10 juillet 2010 et les personnes évacuées ont pu regagner leur domicile.
À la suite de l'effondrement du plafond du fort troglodytique, le site n'a plus été visitable pendant les dix années de travaux qui ont été nécessaires pour le remettre en état. Il a pu rouvrir ses portes en 2020.
À compter de novembre 2013, la route départementale 703 est fermée dans sa traversée du bourg de La Roque-Gageac pour une période de cinq mois, nécessaire à la création de voies piétonnes sécurisées de chaque côté de la route.
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In the Middle Ages, La Roque Gageac had up to 1,500 inhabitants. At the time, the Dordogne provided a living for fishermen and bargemen in the port. From this period remains the church covered with slates. Not far away stands, flanked by a round tower, the mansion of the Tarde family, friends of Galileo. During the Hundred Years War, La Roque Gageac hosted the bishops of Sarlat. Their residence, at the end of the village, has been preserved. Dominating the houses, the remains of the castle still defy time.
On January 17, 1957, a section of the cliff collapsed on part of the village, killing three people by destroying six houses and a barn, cutting off the road and ending up in the Dordogne66. In 2007, a stele and a plaque were placed at the foot of the cliff in memory of the victims of 1957.
On January 9, 2010, a section of the ceiling of the troglodyte fort collapsed causing the fall of part of the curtain wall of the fort, clinging to the wall of the cliff since the twelfth century, on the side of the reception building of the site. On June 3, 2010, at the start of the tourist season, following the threat of a 320-tonne rock collapsing on the village and the conclusions of experts of an imminent danger, the departmental road 703, crossing the village and overlooked by the cliff, is closed for five weeks, with the evacuation of the people most at risk. Protective works, including the laying of nets, are carried out to protect lives. Following this work, the RD 703 was reopened on July 10, 2010 and the evacuees were able to return to their homes.
Following the collapse of the ceiling of the troglodyte fort, the site could no longer be visited during the ten years of work that were necessary to restore it. It was able to reopen its doors in 2020.
As of November 2013, the departmental road 703 is closed in its crossing of the village of La Roque-Gageac for a period of five months, necessary for the creation of secure pedestrian routes on each side of the road.
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Les gabares, un moyen de transport fluvial ancestral et caractéristique du département de la Dordogne
Qu’est-ce que les gabares ?
Étymologiquement le mot « gabare » provient de l’occitan « gabarra » qui veut dire navigation. Ces bateaux se déclinaient sous deux formes selon leur exploitation, car ils devaient supporter des charges plus ou moins lourdes. Il en existait 2 types :
Les gabares fluviales
Les gabares maritimes
Les gabares fluviales, à destination du transport de petites marchandises
Ces embarcations sont reconnaissables par leur fond plat qui leur sert à naviguer au fil de l’eau en portant de lourdes charges. Pour flotter et pouvoir sillonner notre cours d’eau La Dordogne, la coque était à francs-bords. Cette technique de construction navale se base sur un schéma de membres superposés. La liaison entre Bordeaux et Bergerac se faisait notamment grâce à ces bateaux qui transportaient les marchandises.
Les gabares maritimes, principalement pour les marchandises volumineuses
Ces bateaux à coque étaient constitués d’un 3 mâts. Cet assemblage permettait aux gabares d’avancer plus vite, surtout lors de grosses cargaisons qui ralentissaient le trajet à cause du poids. Leur structure était réalisée de manière à être solide tout en facilitant la navigation. Selon leur taille et leurs usages, certaines gabares maritimes pouvaient avoir jusqu’à 20 pièces de canon. Pour naviguer sur de longs trajets, ils pouvaient supporter des tonnes de bois de charpentes, de multiples tonneaux et bien d’autres marchandises volumineuses.
Les gabares, une embarcation qui perdure dans le temps avec une nouvelle utilisation sur La Dordogne
Une utilisation commerciale avant d’être touristique
Afin de faciliter les échanges de marchandises et le transport de matières premières aux chantiers navals, l’usage des gabares était de mise. La construction des bateaux en bois elle-même montrait le savoir-faire des artisans charpentiers.
Au XVIIIème siècle, les chantiers navals étaient très développés sur le département de la Dordogne. Les compétences des charpentiers étaient recherchées en raison d’une forte demande.
L’activité se divisait en 4 secteurs :
La construction
La vente
Le service de réparation
Le service juridique et technique.
On compte plusieurs communes périgourdines reconnues pour leurs constructions de gabares. Au cours des siècles ces compétences et connaissances se sont transmises pour représenter l’Artisanat dans le département. Fin du XIXème siècle, ce sont Bergerac, Mouleydier et Saint-Capraise-de-Lalinde qui étaient les chantiers les plus actifs.
L’usage contemporain des gabares sur La Dordogne
Désormais, vous pouvez toujours monter sur une gabare le temps d’une balade fluviale. Elles vous permettent de voguer sur La Dordogne et de vous imprégner des falaises, de la verdure, de l’architecture et du bruit de la nature. À des fins touristiques, plusieurs entreprises proposent des balades sur ces embarcations ancestrales. Pour découvrir les villages et faire un retour dans le temps, les balades en gabare sont incontournables.
Au fil de l’eau, laissez-vous guider par les commentaires des capitaines qui vous dépeindront l’histoire et la culture de notre beau Périgord. Cette vue inoubliable vous donnera sûrement envie de revenir vous rendre visite pour en découvrir plus !
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The gabares, an ancestral means of river transport characteristic of the Dordogne department
What are barges?
Etymologically the word "gabare" comes from the Occitan "gabarra" which means navigation. These boats were available in two forms depending on their use, because they had to support more or less heavy loads. There were 2 types:
The river barges
The maritime barges
River barges, intended for the transport of small goods
These boats are recognizable by their flat bottom which they use to navigate over the water while carrying heavy loads. To float and be able to navigate our river, the Dordogne, the hull was freeboard. This shipbuilding technique is based on a pattern of overlapping limbs. The connection between Bordeaux and Bergerac was made in particular thanks to these boats which transported the goods.
Maritime barges, mainly for bulky goods
These hull boats consisted of a 3-mast. This assembly allowed the barges to move faster, especially when carrying large cargoes which slowed down the journey due to the weight. Their structure was made to be solid while facilitating navigation. Depending on their size and their uses, some maritime barges could have up to 20 pieces of cannon. For navigating long journeys, they could carry tons of lumber, multiple barrels, and many other bulky cargoes.
The barges, a boat that lasts over time with a new use on the Dordogne
Commercial use before being touristic
In order to facilitate the exchange of goods and the transport of raw materials to shipyards, the use of barges was required. The construction of the wooden boats itself showed the skill of the craftsmen carpenters.
In the 18th century, shipyards were highly developed in the Dordogne department. The skills of carpenters were in demand due to high demand.
The activity was divided into 4 sectors:
building
The sale
The repair service
Legal and technical service.
There are several Périgord towns known for their construction of barges. Over the centuries these skills and knowledge have been passed on to represent craftsmanship in the department. At the end of the 19th century, Bergerac, Mouleydier and Saint-Capraise-de-Lalinde were the most active sites.
The contemporary use of barges on the Dordogne
From now on, you can always ride on a barge for a river trip. They allow you to sail on the Dordogne and soak up the cliffs, the greenery, the architecture and the sound of nature. For tourism purposes, several companies offer rides on these ancestral boats. To discover the villages and go back in time, barge rides are essential.
Along the water, let yourself be guided by the comments of the captains who will depict the history and culture of our beautiful Périgord. This unforgettable view will surely make you want to come back and visit to discover more!
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Stresa - Isola Bella (Verbania-Cusio-Ossola - Piemonte): saper trasmettere armonia, pace e bellezza è un'arte.
Stresa - 'Bella' Island (Verbania-Cusio-Ossola - Piedmont): knowing how to transmit harmony, peace and beauty is an art.
Horezu ceramics is a unique type of Romanian pottery that is traditionally produced by hand around the town of Horezu in northern Oltenia (Vâlcea County), close to the famous Horezu Monastery. It reflects many generations of knowledge and skills development of pottery, which is why the craftsmanship of Horezu pottery was inscribed on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Lists in December 2012.[
Herfstkleuren op landgoed Klarenbeek.
Landgoed Klarenbeek is Industrieel Erfgoed en al 8 generaties lang in familiehanden. De stuwende kracht achter Landgoed Klarenbeek is de familie Krepel die in 1732 een koperpletterij opzette. In 1870 werd de koperslagerij omgezet tot sigarenkistenfabriek en in 1950 kwam er een deurenfabriek bij. Thans worden er nog steeds deuren geproduceerd op het landgoed.
Landgoed Klarenbeek is de plek “waar kunst en ambacht samenstromen”. Het ambacht heeft altijd een belangrijke rol gespeeld op het landgoed. Het landgoed is er zelfs door ontstaan! In de rijks-monumentale fabriekspanden zijn nog veel elementen van de oude Zagerij van de Sigarenkistenfabriek zichtbaar en deze zorgen voor een bijzonder aangename sfeer. Deze panden zijn nu ingericht met kunst, oude foto’s en de oude machines. In de Galerie (link invoegen) is de geschiedenis van ons industriële erfgoed te bezichtigen.
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Klarenbeek Estate is an Industrial Heritage Site and has been family-owned for eight generations. The driving force behind Klarenbeek Estate is the Krepel family, who established a copper-mill in 1732. In 1870, the copper-mill was converted into a cigar-box factory, and in 1950, a door factory was added. Doors are still produced on the estate today.
Klarenbeek Estate is the place "where art and craft converge." Craftsmanship has always played an important role on the estate. In fact, the estate itself was created through it! Many elements of the old sawmill of the cigar-box factory are still visible in the national heritage buildings, creating a particularly pleasant atmosphere. These buildings are now furnished with art, old photographs, and the old machinery. The history of our industrial heritage can be viewed in the Gallery.
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The Sanctuary of Truth is a magnificent temple in Pattaya, Thailand, that stands as a tribute to traditional Thai architecture and craftsmanship. The temple is entirely made of wood, with intricate carvings depicting various Hindu and Buddhist deities, as well as ancient Thai mythological figures. The construction of the Sanctuary of Truth began in 1981 and is still ongoing. The temple covers an area of over two hectares and is over 100 meters tall. It was designed by a local businessman named Lek Viriyaphant. The Sanctuary of Truth is not affiliated with any specific religion, but rather serves as a symbol of the unity of all religions and beliefs. It is a peaceful and tranquil place where visitors can reflect and appreciate the beauty of Thai culture and tradition. The Sanctuary of Truth also serves as a cultural and educational center. It hosts various workshops and events throughout the year, aimed at promoting traditional Thai arts and crafts.
The Sanctuary of Truth is located in Pattaya, a popular coastal city in Thailand's Chonburi Province. It is located at the northern tip of the Long Beach area of Pattaya, on the Gulf of Thailand coastline. The temple is 100m high and entirely made of wood, with intricate carvings. The roof is a striking feature of this impressive structure. The roof consists of several layers of wooden shingles. The roof is in the shape of a tall pyramid, and is decorated with elaborate carvings in the form of traditional Thai and Indian mythological figures, animals and deities. The different layers of the roof are also decorated with sculptures of dragons, elephants and other symbolic figures. There is no set date for when construction of the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya will be completed as the project is in constant development and expansion. Work on the temple began in 1981 and has continued to date, with the aim of making the temple as authentic and detailed as possible. The goal of the builders is to hand down the temple to the next generation so that it can be continued and maintained as a cultural heritage and as a symbol of Thai traditional values and history.
The Sanctuary of Truth is een prachtige tempel in Pattaya, Thailand, die een eerbetoon is aan de traditionele Thaise architectuur en vakmanschap. De tempel is volledig gemaakt van hout, met ingewikkeld houtsnijwerk dat verschillende hindoeïstische en boeddhistische godheden uitbeeldt, evenals oude Thaise mythologische figuren. De bouw van het Sanctuary of Truth begon in 1981 en is nog steeds aan de gang. De tempel heeft een oppervlakte van ruim twee hectare en is meer dan 100 meter hoog. Het is ontworpen door een lokale zakenman genaamd Lek Viriyaphant. The Sanctuary of Truth is niet gelieerd aan een specifieke religie, maar dient eerder als een symbool van de eenheid van alle religies en overtuigingen. Het is een vredige en rustige plek waar bezoekers de schoonheid van de Thaise cultuur en traditie kunnen overdenken en waarderen. Het dak is, een opvallend kenmerk van dit indrukwekkende bouwwerk. Het dak bestaat uit verschillende lagen houten dakspanen. Het dak heeft de vorm van een hoge piramide, en is versierd met uitgebreide houtsnijwerk in de vorm van traditionele Thaise en Indiase mythologische figuren, dieren en goden. De verschillende lagen van het dak zijn ook versierd met sculpturen van draken, olifanten en andere symbolische figuren. Er is geen vastgestelde datum voor wanneer de bouw van de Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya zal worden voltooid, omdat het project voortdurend in ontwikkeling is en wordt uitgebreid met als doel om de tempel zo authentiek en gedetailleerd mogelijk te maken. Het doel van de bouwers is om de tempel over te dragen aan de volgende generatie, zodat deze kan worden voortgezet en onderhouden als een cultureel erfgoed en als een symbool van de Thaise traditionele waarden en geschiedenis.
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The Sanctuary of Truth is a magnificent temple in Pattaya, Thailand, that stands as a tribute to traditional Thai architecture and craftsmanship. The temple is entirely made of wood, with intricate carvings depicting various Hindu and Buddhist deities, as well as ancient Thai mythological figures. The construction of the Sanctuary of Truth began in 1981 and is still ongoing. The temple covers an area of over two hectares and is over 100 meters tall. It was designed by a local businessman named Lek Viriyaphant. The Sanctuary of Truth is not affiliated with any specific religion, but rather serves as a symbol of the unity of all religions and beliefs. It is a peaceful and tranquil place where visitors can reflect and appreciate the beauty of Thai culture and tradition. The Sanctuary of Truth also serves as a cultural and educational center. It hosts various workshops and events throughout the year, aimed at promoting traditional Thai arts and crafts. The left hall in the Sanctuary of Truth is an impressive wooden structure that resembles a cathedral.
The atrium of the Sanctuary of Truth has a height of about 100 meters from the ground to the top of the dome. Inside the atrium there is a large open space with a height of about 80 meters from the floor to the ceiling which is lit by a skylight. The space is completely open and offers an impressive view of the carvings and architectural details of the temple. Inside the atrium there are also several statues of Buddha and other important figures of Buddhist and Hindu mythology. The statues are all hand made of wood and are beautifully decorated. It is a fascinating place to visit for anyone interested in Thai culture and history, and who appreciate the beauty of traditional woodworking and architecture. There are images of gods and goddesses, Buddhist teachings and symbols of life and nature. This atrium serves as a kind of sanctuary, where visitors can meditate. In general, the inside of the left hall is a wonderful example of the rich Thai culture and history, and the wood carving techniques used to create it are very impressive.
The Sanctuary of Truth is een prachtige tempel in Pattaya, Thailand, die een eerbetoon is aan de traditionele Thaise architectuur en vakmanschap. De tempel is volledig gemaakt van hout, met ingewikkeld houtsnijwerk dat verschillende hindoeïstische en boeddhistische godheden uitbeeldt, evenals oude Thaise mythologische figuren. De bouw van het Sanctuary of Truth begon in 1981 en is nog steeds aan de gang. Het is ontworpen door een lokale zakenman genaamd Lek Viriyaphant. The Sanctuary of Truth is niet gelieerd aan een specifieke religie, maar dient eerder als een symbool van de eenheid van alle religies en overtuigingen. Het is een vredige en rustige plek waar bezoekers de schoonheid van de Thaise cultuur en traditie kunnen overdenken en waarderen. Het atrium van het Heiligdom heeft een hoogte van ongeveer 100 meter vanaf de grond tot aan de top van de koepel. Binnenin het atrium is er een groot open ruimte met een hoogte van ongeveer 80 meter vanaf de vloer tot aan het plafond. De ruimte is volledig open en biedt een indrukwekkend uitzicht op de houtsnijwerken en de architectonische details van de tempel. De Sanctuary of Truth is een indrukwekkende houten structuur die lijkt op een kathedraal. De hal is gebouwd met behulp van traditionele houtbewerkingstechnieken en het heeft meer dan 100 prachtige houtsnijwerken en sculpturen die verschillende aspecten van het boeddhisme, de hindoeïstische mythologie en de Thaise cultuur weergeven. Het vertegenwoordigt de geboorte van het leven en de mensheid. Het bevat beelden en sculpturen die de schepping van de mensheid, de aarde en de kosmos weergeven. Het is een fascinerende plek om te bezoeken voor iedereen die geïnteresseerd is in de Thaise cultuur en geschiedenis, en die de schoonheid van traditionele houtbewerking en architectuur waarderen. Er zijn afbeeldingen van goden en godinnen, boeddhistische leerstellingen en symbolen van het leven en de natuur.
Caught myself staring up again in the Golden Hall at the KMSKA. The light, the colors, the details… it’s impossible to walk through this space without looking up at least a dozen times. Yesterday’s shot was the wider view — today it’s all about the ceiling. Such a stunning piece of architecture and craftsmanship.
from the series: b/w impressions of South Limburg
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From a distance this aged barn looked like it had a brick exterior but a closer inspection revealed a faux-brick siding. There are a lot of industries today that thrive by attempting to make us older folks look better than we really are.
This is part of a door handle I found outside the Roman Catholic Church on Nevsky Prospect, in St Petersburg. To me it reminded me of a scroll in the hand. Some of the features inside this place are intact whilst a number of them have been ruined over time, by the Soviets Thank goodness the leadership has changed for the better and that's a big help to the Russian tourism. Even a sarchopagus had holes in it! More photos to come when editing done.
The Basílica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família English: Basilica and Expiatory Church of the Holy Family is a large Roman Catholic church in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain), designed by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí (1852–1926).
Although incomplete, the church is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and in November 2010 Pope Benedict XVI consecrated and proclaimed it a minor basilica, as distinct from a cathedral, which must be the seat of a bishop.
Construction of Sagrada Família had commenced in 1882 and Gaudí became involved in 1883, taking over the project and transforming it with his architectural and engineering style, combining Gothic and curvilinear Art Nouveau forms. Gaudí devoted his last years to the project, and at the time of his death at age 73 in 1926, less than a quarter of the project was complete. Sagrada Família's construction progressed slowly, as it relied on private donations and was interrupted by the Spanish Civil War, only to resume intermittent progress in the 1950s. Construction passed the midpoint in 2010 with some of the project's greatest challenges remaining and an anticipated completion date of 2026, the centenary of Gaudí's death.
The Watchet Boat Museum is situated on Harbour Road in Watchet, Somerset. It is a dedicated space that preserves and displays the local maritime heritage, focusing on the history of the town's boat-building and sailing traditions.
Watchet, Somerset, UK.
Tétouan is famed for its fine craftsmanship and musical delicacy and has been part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the area of Crafts and Folk Art since 2017. Its cultural heritage is the product of the interaction between different cultural influences throughout centuries. It is mainly characterized by its Andalusian style and way of living but both Berber, Jewish and Colonial Spanish influences are present too.
The streets are fairly wide and straight, and many of the houses belonging to aristocratic families, descendants of those expelled from Al-Andalus by the Spanish Reconquista, possess marble fountains and have groves planted with orange trees. Within the houses and riads the ceilings are often exquisitely carved and painted in Hispano-Moresque designs, such as are found in the Alhambra of Granada, and the tile-work for which Tetuan is known may be seen on floors, pillars and dados. The city has seven gates which were closed at night up until early 20th century. Many Sufi Zawiyas are scattered inside the walled old city.
Eng 👉 Grateful Moment in Santa Clara, North Central Island of Cuba.
Esp 👉 Momento de agradecimiento en Santa Clara, Centro-Norte de la Isla de Cuba.
Fra 👉 Moment de gratitude à Santa Clara, Centre-Nord de l’Île de Cuba.
Intricate sandstone details on the Nand Bhavan in the Jal Mahal premises at Deeg, showcasing the elegant architecture of the Bharatpur State.
detail of the stave church of Gifhorn. Rolleiflex 3,5 MX on Ilford Delta 100, developed in Caffenol C-M(rs)
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FELUCCA -a sailing vessel, lateen-rigged on two masts, used in the Mediterranean Sea and along the Spanish and Portuguese coasts, also a small fishing boat formerly used in the San Francisco Bay area.
Shipwright's workshop, China Camp Village, San Rafael. San Pablo Bay, Marin County,Northern California, USA