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Situated in North Yorkshire, the 18th century designed landscape of Studley Royal water garden and pleasure grounds, including the ruins of Fountains Abbey, is one harmonious whole of buildings, gardens and landscapes. This landscape of exceptional merit and beauty represents over 800 years of human ambition, design and achievement.
Studley Royal Park is one of the few great 18th century gardens to survive substantially in its original form, and is one of the most spectacular water gardens in England. The landscape garden is an outstanding example of the development of the ‘English’ garden style throughout the 18th century, which influenced the rest of Europe. With the integration of the River Skell into the water gardens and the use of ‘borrowed’ vistas from the surrounding countryside, the design and layout of the gardens is determined by the form of the natural landscape, rather than being imposed upon it. The garden contains canals, ponds, cascades, lawns and hedges, with elegant garden buildings, gateways and statues. The Aislabies’ vision survives substantially in its original form, most famously in the spectacular view of the ruins of Fountains Abbey itself.
Fountains Abbey ruins is not only a key eye catcher in the garden scheme, but is of outstanding importance in its own right, being one of the few Cistercian houses to survive from the 12th century and providing an unrivalled picture of a great religious house in all its parts.
The remainder of the estate is no less significant. At the west end of the estate is the transitional Elizabethan/Jacobean Fountains Hall, partially built from reclaimed abbey stone. With its distinctive Elizabethan façade enhanced by a formal garden with shaped hedges, it is an outstanding example of its period.
Located in the extensive deer park is St Mary’s Church, a masterpiece of High Victorian Gothic architecture, designed by William Burges in 1871 and considered to be one of his finest works.
Criterion (i): Studley Royal Park including the ruins of Fountains Abbey owes its originality and striking beauty to the fact that a humanised landscape was created around the largest medieval ruins in the United Kingdom. The use of these features, combined with the planning of the water garden itself, is a true masterpiece of human creative genius.
Criterion (iv): Combining the remains of the richest abbey in England, the Jacobean Fountains Hall, and Burges’s miniature neo-Gothic masterpiece of St Mary’s, with the water gardens and deer park into one harmonious whole, Studley Royal Park including the ruins of Fountains Abbey illustrates the power of medieval monasticism and the taste and wealth of the European upper classes in the 18th century.
Pine marten.
Camera trap image from a site within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
I set the camera about 5:30 and this marten appeared just after 6pm. They're visiting peanut feeders which I'd put in place to attract red squirrels. There's a lot written about the relationship between pine martens and red squirrels but my experience is that they seem to co-exist without too much fuss. Research indicates that martens and grey squirrels have a less harmonious relationship and martens predate on the larger, slower grey who spend more time on the ground and are less agile than the red. Many people believe that the pine marten has a key role in grey squirrel control which will, in the long term, help the red squirrel repopulate areas where they have become locally extinct. Time well tell.
Niagara water falls state park, It was amazing vivid weather and falls was very majestic. I had chance to see the falls from the USA side only.
There are various view points of the falls. I click this picture from the observation tower.
When I see down from observation tower, It was wonderful color combination of blue water, white boat, people in blue rain coat and green river bank.
I also tried to capture the routine of people to load and unload in and from the boat (maid of the mist).
Winterlichter im Palmengarten · 13.12.2014 - 25.01.2015
An den langen Winterabenden verwandelt sich der Palmengarten wieder zu einem zauberhaften Garten winterlicher Träume. Fernab vom Trubel der Innenstadt lassen hier hunderte von Lichtern die Bäume und Sträucher in den Abendstunden strahlen. Kunstvolle Lichtobjekte, harmonische Klanginstallationen und bewegte Bilder einer Videoinstallation säumen den Weg.
The Palm Garden transformed into a magical garden. Far from the bustle of downtown have hundreds of lights illuminate the trees and shrubs in the evenings here. Ornate light objects, harmonious sound installations and moving images of a video installation along the way
ODC-Harmonious
These are silk flowers that I put out in the spring. I'm going to change them out for some real ones.
Arezzo , Toscana , Italia © 2015 All rights reserved by Michele Masiero
FotoSketcher: Oil painting effect and lively
Nikon coolpix p 7100
Sul lato nord è presente anche una copia dell'antico “petrone” del Comune, la colonna a cui erano appesi i bandi pubblici.
Piazza Grande
La Piazza Grande di Arezzo, conosciuta anche come piazza Vasari, è una delle più belle piazze da visitare in Toscana. Famosa per essere sede dell'antica Giostra del Saracino, la piazza è caratterizzata da un aspetto irregolare e al tempo stesso straordinariamente armonico. Essa infatti è adattata su un piano inclinato con un dislivello di circa 10 metri tra il punto più alto e quello più basso. Anticamente il lato nord si estendeva oltre le splendide Logge del Vasari, costruite in epoca tardo-rinascimentale. A causa delle varie modifiche subite nel corso dei secoli, la Piazza è diventata una vera e propria antologia di stili architettonici, che vanno dal romanico al barocco. Ad ovest la Piazza è caratterizzata dallo stile romanicodell’abside della Pieve di Santa Maria, sia dal barocco del Palazzo del Tribunale . . In questo lato della Piazza sorge una splendida fontana pubblica, forse cinquecentesca, e l'elegante palazzo della Fraternita dei Laici , articolato su tre differenti stili: gotico nella parte più bassa, rinascimentale in quella centrale e tardo-rinascimentale nella parte più alta. Il lato Nord della Piazza è dominato dal Palazzo delle Logge , progettato nel 1573 da Giorgio Vasari . A Sud-Est sorge il notevole Palazzo Lappoli, composto da edifici di altezza differente e dotato di un ballatoio in legno. A Sud-Ovest si eleva la casa-torre della nobile famiglia dei Cofani, chiamata anche dei Cofani-Brizzolari, a causa della fusione tra la Torre Faggiolana e l'edificio adiacente
Tra le manifestazioni che si svolgono nella Piazza Grande, si ricorda la Giostra del Saracino , che rievoca la storia medioevale della città, con una gara tra cavalieri al galoppo e un corteo storico composto da trecento figuranti e sbandieratori.
Arezzo
Arezzo è un comune italiano di 99 386 abitanti, capoluogo dell'omonima provincia in Toscana. Arezzo fu una delle principali città etrusche, e molto probabilmente sede di una delle 12 lucumonie. A questo periodo risalgono opere d'arte di eccezionale valore, come la Chimera, conservata a Firenze, la cui immagine caratterizza talmente la città quasi da diventarne un secondo simbolo .
" The Petrone"
On this side you can see the copy of "petrone" of the City, which is the column on which hung the public ordinances.
The Piazza Grande, also known as Piazza Vasari, is one of the most beautiful squares in Tuscany to visit. Famous for being home of the ancient Giostra del Saracino, the square is characterized by an trapezoidal appearance and at the same time extraordinarily harmonious. In fact, it is adapted on an incline with a drop of about 10 meters between the highest and the lowest. Formerly the north side stretched over the splendid Vasari Loggia, built in the late-Renaissance. Because of the various changes made over the centuries, the square has become a true anthology of architectural styles, ranging from Romanesque to Baroque. West Square is characterized by the style romanico dell'abside of Pieve di Santa Maria, both from the baroque palace of the Court. On this side of the square stands a splendid public fountain, perhaps sixteenth, and the elegant palace of the Lay Fraternity, on three different styles: Gothic in the lower part, the Renaissance in the middle and late Renaissance in the highest part. The north side of the square is dominated by the Palace of the Lodges, designed in 1573 by Giorgio Vasari. In Southeast stands the remarkable Palazzo Lappoli, composed of buildings of different heights and comes with a wooden balcony. A Southwest rises the tower-house of the noble family of Coffins, also called the Coffins-Brizzolari, because of the merger between the tower and the adjoining building Faggiolana. Among the events held in the Piazza Grande, it is reminiscent of the Saracen Joust, which recalls the history of the medieval city, with a competition between galloping riders and a parade made up of three hundred participants and flag wavers.
Arezzo
Arezzo is a city and comune in Italy, capital of the province of the same name, located in Tuscany. Arezzo is about 80 kilometres (50 miles) southeast of Florence, at an elevation of 296 metres (971 ft) above sea level. In 2013 the population was about 99,000. Arezzo was one of the major Etruscan cities, and most likely home to one of 12 lucumonies. To this period belong works of art of exceptional value, such as the Chimera, preserved in Florence, whose image characterizes the city so as to become almost a second symbol.
"Peaceful Interlude" captivates with its harmonious blend of ethereal tones and delicate textures, evoking a serene landscape at the cusp of dawn. The artwork's layered horizon invites contemplation, while the vivid aqua foreground adds a touch of vibrancy. It's a perfect embodiment of tranquility, offering a visual escape into a world of quietude and reflective beauty.
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The view from my backcountry campsite, July 2008. Taken with Olympus Stylus 850 SW.
Nopiming Provincial Park, Manitoba, Canada
Yanaka Ginza, located in the historical Yanaka district of Tokyo, is a charming shopping street that transports visitors back in time. This image captures the essence of Yanaka Ginza, with its traditional Japanese shops, narrow streets, and a picturesque view of Tokyo Skytree in the distance. The street is lined with old-fashioned storefronts, each with its own unique character and charm, reflecting a bygone era of Tokyo's rich cultural history.
Yanaka Ginza's history dates back to the Edo period, and it has managed to preserve its traditional atmosphere despite the rapid modernization of the city. The area is known for its "shitamachi" or "downtown" vibe, which is characterized by its laid-back, nostalgic ambiance. Walking down Yanaka Ginza, one can find a variety of shops selling traditional Japanese goods, local snacks, and handmade crafts. The presence of bicycles parked along the sidewalks and colorful banners in Japanese further enhances the cultural experience.
Architecturally, Yanaka Ginza offers a blend of old and new. The traditional wooden buildings with their distinct tiled roofs and intricate facades stand as a testament to Tokyo's architectural heritage. Amidst these historical structures, you can also spot modern elements that seamlessly integrate into the street's aesthetic, creating a harmonious balance between past and present. The iconic Tokyo Skytree in the background adds a modern touch to the otherwise traditional landscape, symbolizing the fusion of Tokyo's rich history and contemporary development.
Exploring Yanaka Ginza is like taking a step back in time while still being connected to the present. The street's unique charm, combined with its historical significance and architectural beauty, makes it a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience a different side of Tokyo. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a photography lover, or simply someone who enjoys discovering hidden gems, Yanaka Ginza offers an unforgettable glimpse into Japan's cultural heritage.
In general, Two eyes represent the harmonious concept of Yin & Yang in Feng Shui. Harmony between masculine and feminine. It is useful to wear this bead to absolutely everyone, not only who are looking for love. The harmony of masculine and feminine begins inside the person and the outer space reacts accordingly. Love is not divided into spiritual and physical - it is one.
Agate dZi bead 2 eyes 2 stripes. Tibet. IIXX-IXX A.D.
This bead was a legacy of one Tibetan family and Passed down from generation to generation for hundreds of years;
In the 50s of the last century, the bead, along with other family heirlooms, was taken from Tibet to northern India.
At the end of the last century, the bead was exchanged with other dZi beads and other treasures to Hindu who resold it to me Later in Dharamsala (northern India). This city is also called "Little Lhasa" or "Dhasa". Many Tibetan families live there, the government of Tibet is in exile. The residence of the Dalai Lama has been located there since 1959.
The intimidating breadth of Forbidden City is unquestionably counterbalanced by the humble intimacy of the scale of the structures within. Even the Meridian Gate, the largest of the majestic buildings within the Outer Court, is relatively grounded in contrast with the vast scale of other contemporary structures throughout Europe. Despite this understated scale by comparison, Ancient Chinese architecture was a genre I heretofore had absolutely no experience modeling at any scale in LEGO. As a result, I resolved to rethink all my preconceived notions regarding tectonics and massing with LEGO bricks in an effort to conceive of a design language that was more befitting of the subject matter’s vernacular.
The Meridian Gate was, logically, the first thing I designed at the outset. Typical masonry walls at this scale might be accomplished by stacking individual plates. Instead, I opted for the use of larger bricks and 6 x 8 slopes for the pitched walls, recognizing the seamless surfacing of red oil paint on the distinct walls throughout the city. Almost as a rule, I avoid the cutting-to-fit of flex tubes as much as possible when it comes to visual cues, in favor of brick-built solutions. Here, however, the liberally cut-to-fit flex tubes for timber columns and roof eaves speak to the wooden construction and harmonious uniformity among the standardized components of Ancient Chinese architecture. Just as well, the subtle concave curves of the roof eaves called for numerous organic and first-time element uses; including carrot stalks and animal claws for the eaves, minifigure hands as roof tiles, kitchen knives where the gables meet the ridges, and most imaginatively, large dragon jaws for the graceful hip roofs of the main city tower atop the Meridian Gate as well as for the Hall of Supreme Harmony.
Taken on September 2, 2007 at 11.07am, Balneário Camboriú City, view of Atlantic Avenue, Santa Catarina State, Southern Brazil......... See it LARGER
Here is one of prescriptions...Finding the PEACE!!!
Happy Eve of Holiday for all Brazilians...
Para uma Moderna, Espiritual, Harmoniosa e Balanceada VIDA...
Aqui uma das receitas...Encontrando a PAZ!!!
Feliz véspera de Feriado pra Todos Nós!
The laughing girl at the back told me that her winter melon-chopping-neighbor is 88 years old. She cooks, does laundry, shops, and lives all by her self. I said she's very lihai. The lady gave me a cursory glance and continued chopping.
Château de la Mothe-Chandeniers, a true embodiment of romanticism and history, offers a captivating view as you stand by its ancient moat. Nature has woven its magic here, with resilient trees and greenery taking root within the protective embrace of the moat's stone walls. These towering sentinels of nature's reclamation tell a story of resilience and transformation, echoing the chateau's own storied past. As you gaze across the reflective waters, the château's graceful turrets and weathered façade rise from the moat, evoking a sense of timelessness and wonder. This view is a harmonious blend of architectural grandeur and the relentless spirit of nature, inviting contemplation and reflection in the heart of this enchanting castle.
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[ENG] Santa María de Naranco is one of the most enigmatic and harmonious monuments of Western architecture. It is an old palace that was the Aula Regia of the palace complex that King Ramiro I (842-850) ordered to be built on the outskirts of the capital of the kingdom of Asturias. It was completed in the year 842. Its artistic style is the so-called Asturian or "ramirense" art, within the pre-Romanesque period. It functioned as a temple from the collapse of the chevet and part of the naves of San Miguel de Lillo (12th century) until its restoration in the years 1929-1934. It is located on the southern slope of Mount Naranco, about 4 km from Oviedo (Asturias, Spain). It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1985. More photos in the album Santa María de Naranco (9th century)
[ESP] Santa María de Naranco es uno de los monumentos más enigmáticos y armoniosos de la arquitectura occidental. Es un antiguo palacio que fue el Aula Regia del conjunto palacial que el rey Ramiro I (842-850) mandó construir en las afueras de la capital del reino de Asturias. Se terminó en el año 842. Su estilo artístico es el denominado arte asturiano o "ramirense", dentro del prerrománico. Funcionó como templo desde el derrumbamiento de la cabecera y de parte de las naves de San Miguel de Lillo (siglo XII) hasta su restauración en los años 1929-1934. Se ubica en la ladera meridional del Monte Naranco, a unos 4 km de Oviedo (Asturias, España). Fue declarado Patrimonio Mundial de la Humanidad por la Unesco en 1985. Más fotografías en el álbum Santa María de Naranco (siglo IX)
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Nor far from Jaramillo de la Fuente where we were before, Pineda de la Sierra lies not in the plain but, as the name indicates, in the mountains that snake through the northern Castille and León, east of the city of Burgos. The altitude in the village is higher than 2,000 meters above sea level.
The main attraction in Pineda is its Romanesque church, dedicated to Saint Stephen Protomartyr, as Stephen is regarded in the Scripture as the first Christian martyr, having been lapidated by the judges of the high religious court of the Sanhedrin because he said out loud the name of God, which all were forbidden from uttering in the Jewish religion. Before that, Stephen had been a specialist of the Greek language and one of the seven deacons chosen to assist the Apostles.
The church In Pineda was built in typical red sandstone during the early to mid–1100s, to the exception of the last, westernmost row of the nave and the bell tower, which were added during the 1500s. It offers one of the finest examples of a gallery-porch that has reached us almost entirely intact. Five arches on one side, six on the other: the lack of symmetry may look shocking to our modern-day eyes, but was not at all considered a problem, or even a topic of discussion, in the Middle Ages.
It is a fine and harmonious example of Castillan Romanesque which I once again couldn’t but regret to find closed.
This masterpiece of Castillan Romanesque stands proudly in the center of a quiet village square, in a setting probably not very different from the one it had in the Middle Ages.
It is easy to ignore the few surrounding houses as they do not crowd the church, which is free to offer us its proportions and perspectives.
This photo was taken during a trip to Sounio - Greece, at 23/6/2020.
You are a breath away from the temple of Poseidon, and about 60 km away from the center of Athens.
The name describes the three elements of nature, Air, Land and Sea.
Emphasize the blue of sea and sky that blend harmoniously with the earth.
A wild landscape, next to the city.
"As a teenager I was more of an anarchist, but now I want people to thrive and be harmonious." ~ Nicolas Cage
This exquisite dish is a harmonious blend of vibrant flavors. Tender snapper with a creamy coconut curry sauce, aromatic spices, and vibrant vegetables. A delicious combination making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
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[ENG] Santa María de Naranco is one of the most enigmatic and harmonious monuments of Western architecture. It is an old palace that was the Aula Regia of the palace complex that King Ramiro I (842-850) ordered to be built on the outskirts of the capital of the kingdom of Asturias. It was completed in the year 842. Its artistic style is the so-called Asturian or "ramirense" art, within the pre-Romanesque period. It functioned as a temple from the collapse of the chevet and part of the naves of San Miguel de Lillo (12th century) until its restoration in the years 1929-1934. It is located on the southern slope of Mount Naranco, about 4 km from Oviedo (Asturias, Spain). It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1985. More photos in the album Santa María de Naranco (9th century)
[ESP] Santa María de Naranco es uno de los monumentos más enigmáticos y armoniosos de la arquitectura occidental. Es un antiguo palacio que fue el Aula Regia del conjunto palacial que el rey Ramiro I (842-850) mandó construir en las afueras de la capital del reino de Asturias. Se terminó en el año 842. Su estilo artístico es el denominado arte asturiano o "ramirense", dentro del prerrománico. Funcionó como templo desde el derrumbamiento de la cabecera y de parte de las naves de San Miguel de Lillo (siglo XII) hasta su restauración en los años 1929-1934. Se ubica en la ladera meridional del Monte Naranco, a unos 4 km de Oviedo (Asturias, España). Fue declarado Patrimonio Mundial de la Humanidad por la Unesco en 1985. Más fotografías en el álbum Santa María de Naranco (siglo IX)
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Everything has an influence on everything else. All the seemingly separate aspects of life are tightly intertwined.
Wherever life may find you today is a beautiful place to be. No matter where you may choose to go, the first step is ready for you to take. The journey toward any destination you can imagine begins right here and now.
There is richness all around you. There are possibilities stretching out in every direction. See the beauty in every detail and the value in every challenge. Listen to the purpose that springs from deep within you, and follow the feelings that you know are true.
Live as though the universe is connected to itself in ways that you cannot begin to imagine. Know that what you do is not just for here and now, that it contributes everywhere and always to the whole of life.
Taken: Opening view of camping site around Jalkhad, Kaghan Valley, Pakistan
3 Shot Blend - using multiple exposures.
1st Shot - Foreground
2nd Shot - Bridge and Buildings
3rd Shot - Sky
Whether the sky is blue, the blue walls, windows of the blue in the picture of harmony are the blue.
无论是天空的蓝色、墙壁的蓝色、门窗的蓝色，在这幅图画的都是和谐的蓝色。
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Wat Sri Mongkol is an important Buddhist temple in Nan, a province in Northern Thailand. The temple is known for its beautiful Lanna style architecture, with detailed carvings, colorful paintings and striking tiered roofs. The most important building is the ubosot, where ordination ceremonies and other Buddhist rituals take place. The temple also houses an impressive chedi, a shrine for relics, and has a peaceful setting with gardens and pavilions where people can meditate and contemplate. Today a festival with music and drums takes place at Wat Sri Mongkol in Nan. It's a local celebration. A festival that celebrates the Buddhist culture, traditions and community of the region. Music and drums are often used to accompany festive events and spiritual gatherings in Thailand.
A festival at Sri Mongkol temple is a lively event full of colors and traditions. It is organized in honor of Buddhist rituals, cultural celebrations or important religious events. These festivals take place on the grounds of a Buddhist temple and attract believers and curious visitors alike. Market stalls and craft stands are often set up around the temple where visitors can buy traditional arts, crafts, clothes and jewelry. This adds to the festive atmosphere and offers participants the chance to obtain unique souvenirs. Performances of traditional dances, music and cultural performances are also a highlight of these festivals. They reflect Thailand's rich cultural heritage and provide entertainment for people of all ages. In the evening, lanterns and candles are lit, representing enlightenment and purification of the mind. The release of lanterns in the sky symbolizes the release of negative emotions. In addition to religious significance, these festivals also serve as social gatherings. People come together in Buddhist ceremonies and enjoy each other's company, contributing to a stronger community bond.
Wat Sri Mongkol is een belangrijke boeddhistische tempel in Nan, een provincie in Noord-Thailand. De tempel staat bekend om zijn prachtige architectuur in de Lanna-stijl, met gedetailleerde houtsnijwerk, kleurrijke schilderijen en opvallende gelaagde daken. Het belangrijkste gebouw is de ubosot, waar ordinationele ceremonies en andere boeddhistische rituelen plaatsvinden. De tempel herbergt ook een indrukwekkende chedi, een heiligdom voor relikwieën, en heeft een rustige omgeving met tuinen en paviljoens waar mensen kunnen mediteren en zich bezinnen. Vandaag is er een festival bij Wat Sri Mongkol in Nan. Een festival bij een Thaise tempel is een levendig evenement vol kleuren en tradities. Het wordt georganiseerd ter ere van boeddhistische rituelen, culturele vieringen of belangrijke religieuze gebeurtenissen. Rond de tempel worden vaak marktkramen en ambachtelijke stands opgezet waar bezoekers traditionele kunst, ambachten, kleding en sieraden kunnen kopen. Dit draagt bij aan de feestelijke sfeer en biedt deelnemers de kans om unieke souvenirs te verkrijgen. Optredens van traditionele dansen, muziek en culturele voorstellingen zijn ook een hoogtepunt van deze festivals. Ze weerspiegelen de rijke culturele erfenis van Thailand en bieden vermaak voor mensen van alle leeftijden. 's Avonds worden lampionnen en kaarsen aangestoken, wat staat voor verlichting en zuivering van de geest. Het loslaten van lampionnen in de lucht symboliseert het loslaten van negatieve emoties. Naast religieuze betekenis dienen deze festivals ook als sociale bijeenkomsten. Mensen komen samen bij boeddhistische ceremonies en te genieten van elkaars gezelschap, wat bijdraagt aan een sterkere gemeenschapsband.
España - Ciudad Real - Viso del Marqués - Palacio del Marqués de Santa Cruz
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ENGLISH:
It was built at the end of the 16th century by Álvaro de Bazán, first Marquis of Santa Cruz. It is currently the headquarters of the General Archive of the Navy.
It is one of the two palaces built by this sailor, knight of the Order of Santiago, captain of the Ocean Sea and admiral of the Spanish Navy. It is located next to the church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, and since 1948 it has been rented by its owners, the Marquises of Santa Cruz, to the Spanish Navy, who first used it as a Museum of the Spanish Navy and later expanded its functions by also establishing the General Archive of the Navy.
The building was frequented by the first marquis thanks to its location, halfway between Madrid, where the Court was, and Seville, whose port he often went to as the Spanish Navy was anchored there, of which he was admiral during the reign of Philip II.
The palace was nearly destroyed by the Austrian troops of Edward Hamilton during the War of the Spanish Succession at the beginning of the 18th century, but was saved by the actions of the Marquis's chaplain, the poet Carlos de Praves, thanks to whom we can admire it today. It suffered some damage due to the Lisbon earthquake in 1755, which collapsed the ceiling of the hall of honour, where the great fresco depicting the Battle of Lepanto had been painted, and toppled the four corner towers, which the chronicles of Philip II described as magnificent.
In it we can find maritime objects from the period. A figurehead belonging to a ship commanded by the Marquis is noteworthy. During the War of Independence, the French razed it, and by the time the Civil War came it had served as a granary, school, stable, prison and hospital, until in 1948 and at the request of Julio Guillén Tato, director of the Naval Museum, Mrs. Casilda de Silva Fdez. de Henestrosa, descendant of Álvaro de Bazán, rented it to the Navy for 90 years as a museum-archive, which is its current function. Also, in the adjoining parish church there is a 4m long stuffed crocodile attached to one of the vaults, which was offered by the Marquis as a votive offering upon his return from one of his voyages.
Between March and April 1823, King Ferdinand VII spent the night there, after leaving Madrid for Seville, before the entry of the French contingent called the Hundred Thousand Sons of Saint Louis, about whose stay Ferdinand VII did not write a word in his travel diary. The palace was declared a National Monument in 1931 and was restored from 1948 by the Navy under the direction of Admiral Guillén.
The palace was built between 1564 and 1586 with subsequent modifications. It is a square-shaped building in the Renaissance style, built around a Renaissance atrium with a recumbent tomb. The walls and ceilings are covered with frescoes with two themes: mythological scenes on the one hand and naval battles and Italian cities related to the military career of the Marquis and his family on the other. The frescoes are by Italian Mannerist painters, the Péroli family. Upon seeing them, Philip II commissioned them to do work for El Escorial and the Alcázar of Toledo.
For its construction, the Marquis hired a team of architects, painters and decorators who worked on the building from 1564 to 1586. For some, the design of the building was due to the Italian Giovanni Battista Castello, known as the Bergamasco, who later worked in El Escorial; for others, it was designed, at least in its original plan, by Enrique Egas el Mozo.
The architecture is perceived as typically Spanish, without Italian arches, with smooth walls and square towers at the corners, influenced by the austerity of El Escorial and the Alcázar of Toledo, within the harmonious relationships characteristic of the Renaissance. The central space is occupied by a porticoed courtyard that, together with the staircase, forms a typically mannerist ensemble understood as an elegant and courtly style that goes beyond the merely architectural framework.
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ESPAÑOL:
Fue construido a finales del siglo XVI por Álvaro de Bazán, primer marqués de Santa Cruz. Actualmente es la sede del Archivo General de la Marina.
Se trata de uno de los dos palacios construidos este marino, caballero de la Orden de Santiago, capitán del Mar Océano y almirante de la Marina española. Está situado al lado de la iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, y desde el año 1948 es alquilado por parte de sus propietarios, los marqueses de Santa Cruz, a la Armada Española, quien primero lo destinó a Museo de la Marina Española y más tarde amplió sus funciones estableciendo también el Archivo General de la Marina.
El edificio era frecuentado por el primer marqués gracias a su ubicación, a medio camino entre Madrid, donde estaba la Corte, y Sevilla, a cuyo puerto acudía a menudo al mantener allí anclada la Armada Española, de la cual fue almirante durante el reinado de Felipe II.
El palacio estuvo a punto de ser destruido por las tropas austracistas de Edward Hamilton durante la Guerra de Sucesión Española a principios del siglo XVIII, salvándose por la actuación del capellán del marqués, el poeta Carlos de Praves, gracias a lo cual hoy podemos admirarlo. Sufrió algunos daños a causa del terremoto de Lisboa en 1755: el cual hundió el techo del salón de honor, donde se había pintado el gran fresco que representaba la batalla de Lepanto, y desmochó las cuatro torres de las esquinas, que las crónicas de Felipe II describían como magníficas.
En él podemos encontrar objetos marineros de la época. Llama la atención un mascarón de proa perteneciente a una nave que dirigió el marqués. Durante la Guerra de la Independencia, los franceses lo arrasaron, y para cuando llegó la Guerra Civil había servido de granero, colegio, establo, cárcel y hospital, hasta que en 1948 y a instancias de Julio Guillén Tato, director del Museo Naval, doña Casilda de Silva Fdez. de Henestrosa, descendiente de Álvaro de Bazán se lo rentó a la Armada por 90 años como museo-archivo, que es en la actualidad su función. Asimismo, en la iglesia parroquial aledaña hay un cocodrilo disecado de 4m de largo adosado a una de las bóvedas, que fue ofrecido por el marqués como exvoto al regreso de uno de sus viajes.
Entre marzo y abril de 1823, el rey Fernando VII pernoctó allí, tras abandonar Madrid rumbo a Sevilla, ante la entrada del contingente francés llamado los Cien Mil Hijos de San Luis, de cuya estancia Fernando VII no escribió ni una palabra en su diario del viaje. El palacio fue declarado Monumento Nacional en 1931 siendo restaurado a partir de 1948 por la Armada bajo la dirección del Almirante Guillén.
El palacio fue construido entre 1564 y 1586 con modificaciones posteriores, y se trata de un edificio de planta cuadrada y estilo renacentista articulado en torno a un atrio renacentista con una tumba yacente. Los muros y techos se hallan cubiertos de frescos de doble temática: por un lado, escenas mitológicas y, por otro, batallas navales y ciudades italianas relacionadas con la trayectoria militar del marqués y de sus familiares. Los frescos se deben a unos pintores manieristas italianos, los Péroli. Al verlos, Felipe II les encargaría trabajos para El Escorial y el Alcázar de Toledo.
Para su construcción, el marqués contrató a un equipo de arquitectos, pintores y decoradores que trabajaron en la obra desde 1564 hasta 1586. Para algunos, el diseño del edificio se debió al italiano Giovanni Battista Castello, conocido como el Bergamasco, que más tarde trabajó en El Escorial; para otros lo trazó, al menos en su plan original, Enrique Egas el Mozo.
La arquitectura se percibe como típica española, sin las arquerías italianas, con paramentos lisos y torres cuadradas en las esquinas, influidos por la austeridad de El Escorial y el Alcázar de Toledo, dentro de las relaciones armónicas características del Renacimiento. El espacio central está ocupado por un patio porticado que junto con la escalera forma un conjunto típicamente manierista entendido como estilo elegante y cortesano que desborda el marco meramente arquitectónico.
I think the main reason I like these shots so much, other than the inclusion of model Ivory Flame, is the wonderfully harmonious colours.
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The theme of the week in the 365 Group is "Colour", so I spent a bit of time flipping through a book titled "Understanding Color, An Introduction for Designers". This graph illustrates the concept of harmonious colors.
My 365-2022: #71 of 365
The harmonious blend of soft raindrops and the soothing sound of flowing water completes the tranquil autumn landscape. The Angle/Buffalo trail foot bridge as seen from ASP 3 – Allegany State Park, NY. October 11, 2017.
The Summer Palace (Chinese: 頤和園), is a vast ensemble of lakes, gardens and palaces in Beijing, China. It serves as a popular tourist destination and recreational park. Mainly dominated by Longevity Hill (万寿山) and Kunming Lake (昆明湖), it covers an expanse of 2.9 square kilometers (1.1 sq mi), three-quarters of which is water.
Longevity Hill is about 60 meters (200 feet) high and has many buildings positioned in sequence. The front hill is rich with splendid halls and pavilions, while the back hill, in sharp contrast, is quiet with natural beauty. The central Kunming Lake, covering 2.2 square kilometers (540 acres), was entirely man-made and the excavated soil was used to build Longevity Hill.
In December 1998, UNESCO included the Summer Palace on its World Heritage List. It declared the Summer Palace "a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design. The natural landscape of hills and open water is combined with artificial features such as pavilions, halls, palaces, temples and bridges to form a harmonious ensemble of outstanding aesthetic value".
The origins of the Summer Palace date back to the Jurchen-led Jin dynasty in 1153, when the fourth ruler, Wanyan Liang (r. 1150–1161), moved the Jin capital from Huining Prefecture (in present-day Acheng District, Harbin, Heilongjiang) to Yanjing (present-day Beijing). He ordered the construction of a palace in the Fragrant Hills and Jade Spring Hill in the northwest of Beijing.
Around 1271, after the Yuan dynasty established its capital in Khanbaliq (present-day Beijing), the engineer Guo Shoujing initiated a waterworks project to direct the water from Shenshan Spring (神山泉) in Baifu Village (白浮村), Changping into the Western Lake (西湖), which would later become Kunming Lake. Guo's aim was to create a water reservoir that would ensure a stable water supply for the palace.
In 1494, the Hongzhi Emperor (r. 1487–1505) of the Ming dynasty had a Yuanjing Temple (圓靜寺) built for his wet nurse, Lady Luo, in front of Jar Hill (瓮山), which was later renamed Longevity Hill. The temple fell into disrepair over the years and was abandoned, and the area around the hill became lush with vegetation. The Zhengde Emperor (r. 1505–21), who succeeded the Hongzhi Emperor, built a palace on the banks of the Western Lake and turned the area into an imperial garden. He renamed Jar Hill, "Golden Hill" (金山) and named the lake "Golden Sea" (金海). Both the Zhengde Emperor and the Wanli Emperor (r. 1572–1620) enjoyed taking boat rides on the lake. During the reign of the Tianqi Emperor (r. 1620–27), the court eunuch Wei Zhongxian took the imperial garden as his personal property.
Qing dynasty
In the early Qing dynasty, Jar Hill served as the site for horse stables in the imperial palace. Eunuchs who committed offences were sent there to weed and cut grass.
In the beginning of the reign of the Qianlong Emperor (r. 1735-1796), many imperial gardens were built in the area around present-day Beijing's Haidian District and accordingly, water consumption increased tremendously. At the time, much of the water stored in the Western Lake came from the freshwater spring on Jade Spring Hill, while a fraction came from the Wanquan River (萬泉河). Any disruption of the water flow from Jade Spring Hill would affect the capital's water transport and water supply systems.
Around 1749, the Qianlong Emperor decided to build a palace in the vicinity of Jar Hill and the Western Lake to celebrate the 60th birthday of his mother, Empress Dowager Chongqing. In the name of improving the capital's waterworks system, he ordered the Western Lake to be expanded further west to create two more lakes, Gaoshui Lake (高水湖) and Yangshui Lake (養水湖). The three lakes served not only as a reservoir for the imperial gardens, but also a source of water for the surrounding agricultural areas. The Qianlong Emperor collectively named the three lakes "Kunming Lake" after the Kunming Pool (昆明池) constructed by Emperor Wu (r. 141–187 BCE) in the Han dynasty for the training of his navy. The earth excavated from the expansion of Kunming Lake was used to enlarge Jar Hill, which was renamed "Longevity Hill". The Summer Palace, whose construction was completed in 1764 at a cost of over 4.8 million silver taels, was first named "Qingyiyuan" (清漪園; "Gardens of Clear Ripples"").
The design of the Summer Palace was based on a legend in Chinese mythology about three divine mountains in the East Sea, namely Penglai, Fangzhang (方丈) and Yingzhou (瀛洲). The three islands in Kunming Lake – Nanhu Island (南湖島), Tuancheng Island (團城島) and Zaojiantang Island (藻鑒堂島) – were built to represent the three mountains, while the lake itself was based on a blueprint of the West Lake in Hangzhou. Besides, many architectural features in the palace were also built to resemble or imitate various attractions around China. For example: the Phoenix Pier (鳳凰墩) represented Lake Tai; the Jingming Tower (景明樓) resembled Yueyang Tower, Hunan; the Wangchan Pavilion (望蟾閣) resembled Yellow Crane Tower; the shopping streets were designed to imitate those in Suzhou and Yangzhou. The centrepiece of the Summer Palace was the "Great Temple of Gratitude and Longevity" (大報恩延壽寺). There was also a Long Corridor more than 700 metres long which was furnished with artistic decorations. As the palace was not equipped with facilities for long-term staying and daily administration of state affairs, the Qianlong Emperor hardly lived there and only remained there for the day whenever he visited it.
As the Qing Empire started declining after the reign of the Daoguang Emperor (r. 1820–1850), the Summer Palace gradually became more neglected and the architectural features on the three islands were ordered to be dismantled because the costs of maintenance were too high.
In 1860, the French and British looted the Summer Palace at the end of the Second Opium War and on October 18, 1860 the British burned down the nearby Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan). The destruction of the palace was ordered by Lord Elgin, the British High Commissioner to China, and was undertaken in response to the torture and killing of two British envoys, a journalist for The Times, and their escorts. The destruction of large parts of the Summer Palace still evokes strong emotions among some people in China.
Between 1884–95, during the reign of the Guangxu Emperor (r. 1875–1908), Empress Dowager Cixi ordered 22 million silver taels, originally designated for upgrading the Qing navy (the Beiyang Fleet), to be used for reconstructing and enlarging the Summer Palace to celebrate her 60th birthday. As the funds were limited, the construction works were concentrated on the buildings in front of Longevity Hill and the dams around Kunming Lake. The Summer Palace was also given its present-day Chinese name, "Yiheyuan" (頤和園), in 1888.
In 1900, towards the end of the Boxer Rebellion, the Summer Palace suffered damaged again when the forces of the Eight-Nation Alliance destroyed the imperial gardens and seized many artifacts stored in the palace. The palace was restored two years later.
Post-Qing dynasty
In 1912, following the abdication of Puyi, the Last Emperor, the Summer Palace became the private property of the former imperial family of the Qing Empire. Two years later, the Summer Palace was opened to the public and entry tickets were sold. In 1924, after Puyi was expelled from the Forbidden City by the warlord Feng Yuxiang, the Beijing municipal government took charge of administrating the Summer Palace and turned it into a public park.
After 1949, the Summer Palace briefly housed the Central Party School of the Communist Party of China. Many of Mao Zedong's friends and key figures in the Communist Party, such as Liu Yazi and Jiang Qing, also lived there. Since 1953, many major restoration and renovation works have been done on the Summer Palace, which is now open to the public as a tourist attraction and park.
In November 1998, the Summer Palace was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Towards the end of 2006, the Chinese government also started distributing commemorative coins to celebrate the Summer Palace as a cultural relic of the world.
The entire Summer Palace is centred around Longevity Hill and Kunming Lake, with the latter covering about three quarters of the area. Most of the important buildings were built along the north–south axis of Longevity Hill, which is divided into the front hill and the back hill. There are three small islands within Kunming Lake: Nanhu Island, Zaojiantang Island and Zhijingge Island. The West Dam of Kunming Lake divides the lake into two. The East Dam was constructed during the reign of the Guangxu Emperor. The attractions in the Summer Palace may be divided into six different sections or scenic areas: the Halls, Longevity Hill, Kunming Lake, the Farming and Weaving Picture Scenic Area, the Long Corridor, and the Central Axis area.
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Front Hill
Eastern Palace Gate (东宫门): The main entrance to the Summer Palace. The two bronze lions on either side of the gate are preserved from the Qianlong Emperor's time while the Cloud Dragon Steps in front of the gate are relics from the Old Summer Palace. The three Chinese characters "Yiheyuan" on the sign above the gate were written by the Guangxu Emperor.
Hall of Benevolence and Longevity (仁寿殿): The hall where court sessions were held. It was called "Hall of Good Governance" (勤政殿) in the Qianlong Emperor's time but was given its present-day name by the Guangxu Emperor. The well north of the hall is called "Year-Prolonging Well" (延年井) while the rockery behind the hall was designed to imitate the Lion Grove Garden in Suzhou. The stalactites are relics from the Old Summer Palace.
Hall of Jade Billows (玉澜堂): Located west of the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity. It was the living quarters of the Qing emperors. The Guangxu Emperor was once confined here by Empress Dowager Cixi.
Yiyun Hall (宜芸馆): Located north of the Hall of Jade Billows. It was originally a library in the Qianlong Emperor's time, but became the living quarters of Empress Longyu in the Guangxu Emperor's time. It housed a collection of stone carvings of calligraphy written by the Qianlong Emperor.
Dehe Garden (德和园): Houses the three-storey Great Opera Hall (大戲樓), where opera performances were staged.
Hall of Joy and Longevity (乐寿堂): The living quarters of Empress Dowager Cixi.
Long Corridor (长廊): Stretches from the Hall of Joy and Longevity in the east to Shizhang Pavilion in the west. The entire corridor is 728 metres long and contains artistic decorations, including paintings of famous places in China, and scenes from Chinese mythology and folktales, The Twenty-four Filial Exemplars and the Four Great Classical Novels.
Hall of Dispelling Clouds (排云殿): Situated on the centre of the central axis of Longevity Hill. Originally the Great Temple of Gratitude and Longevity (大報恩延壽寺), it was renovated in 1892 and became a place for Empress Dowager Cixi to receive guests, host grand ceremonies, and celebrate her birthday.
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Tower of Buddhist Incense (佛香阁): Located right in the centre of the front hill of Longevity Mountain. The tower was originally meant to be a nine-storey Buddhist pagoda built to resemble the Yellow Crane Tower. The Qianlong Emperor ordered the construction to be stopped just after the eighth storey was built. The tower was built on a 20-metre-tall stone base, measures three stories and 41 metres in height, and is supported by eight ironwood pillars. Empress Dowager Cixi visited the tower to offer incense and pray.
Sea of Wisdom (智慧海): Located on the peak of Longevity Hill. It was built from coloured glass and houses over 1,000 statues of Buddhist figures. It was partially damaged during the Cultural Revolution.
Stele of Longevity Hill and Kunming Lake (万寿山昆明湖碑; Wànshòushān Kūnmínghú Bēi): Located east of the Hall of Dispelling Clouds. The stele bears six Chinese characters written by the Qianlong Emperor.
Pavilion of Precious Clouds (宝云阁): Located west of the Tower of Buddhist Incense. It was originally called "Bronze Pavilion" (銅亭) and was built in 1755. The doors and windows were stolen by soldiers from the Eight-Nation Alliance in 1900. In the 1980s, they were purchased by overseas Chinese and donated back to the Summer Palace.
Stone Boat (石舫): The Stone Boat is 96 metres long. The original wooden boat was burnt in 1860 and has been replaced with a marble copy with western style paddle wheels.
Oriole-Listening Hall (听鹂馆): Located west of Longevity Hill. It used to be where Empress Dowager Cixi watched opera performancees. The hall is now converted into a restaurant specialising in Qing imperial cuisine.
Huazhongyou (画中游): Located west of Longevity Hill.
East of the Front Hill (前山东部; 前山東部): Has many pavilions and halls.
West of the Front Hill (前山西部): Has many pavilions and halls.
West of the Long Corridor (长廊西端; Chángláng Xīduān): There is a "West Four Hall" (西四廳) located north of Shizhang Pavilion. The Guangxu Emperor's Consort Zhen was confined in the hall by Empress Dowager Cixi. It used to be the west entrance into the Summer Palace during the Qianlong Emperor's time.
Back Hill
Suzhou Street (苏州街): In 1762, after returning from touring the Jiangnan region, the Qianlong Emperor ordered the construction of a shopping street resembling Shantang Street in Suzhou. The street was destroyed by the British and French in 1860 and was only restored in 1988.
Garden of Harmonious Pleasures (谐趣园): Located in the northeast corner of the Summer Palace. In 1751, when the Qianlong Emperor toured the Jiangnan region, he was so impressed with Jichang Garden in Wuxi that he ordered a Huishan Garden (惠山園) to be built in the Summer Palace and modelled after Jichang Garden. Huishan Garden was renamed "Xiequ Garden" in 1811.
Four Great Regions (四大部洲): Located on the centre of the central axis of the back hill. It was designed to resemble the Samye Monastery in Tibet, and houses statues of Bhaisajyaguru, the Buddha and Amitābha. It was destroyed by the British and French in 1860 but was restored later.
Flower Pavilion and Glass Tower (花承阁琉璃塔): Located east of the back hill. It was destroyed by the British and French in 1860; only the Glass Tower remains. During the Cultural Revolution, the Buddhist statue at the bottom of the tower was disfigured by the Red Guards.
Former Location of Gaichunyuan (赅春园遗址): Located west of the back hill. A small garden was built there during the Qianlong Emperor's time and the emperor also had his personal study room there. Gaichunyuan was mostly destroyed by the British and French in 1860.
Former Location of Qiwang Pavilion (绮望轩遗址): Located west of the back hill beside the lake. A small garden was built there during the Qianlong Emperor's time.
Eastern Dam
Zhichun Pavilion (知春亭): Located on the east bank of Kunming Lake at the south of the Hall of Jade Billows.
Wenchang Tower (文昌阁): Built to resemble a city gate. It served as an important entry point into the Summer Palace from the east and south during the Qianlong Emperor's time. The Wenchang Hall (文昌院) beside Wenchang Tower displays cultural artefacts from the Summer Palace.
Kuoru Pavilion (廓如亭): Situated in the middle of the eastern dam, east of the 17 Openings Bridge. It covered an area of 130 square metres.
Bronze Ox (铜牛): A bronze statue of an ox built in 1755.
Yelü Chucai Shrine (耶律楚材词): A shrine built by the Qianlong Emperor to commemorate Yelü Chucai, an influential statesman in the Mongol Empire. It was closed down after 2003 and its front section was converted into a souvenir shop.
Nanhu Island
17-Arch Bridge (十七孔桥): Has 17 different types of arches on it. It incorporates features of the Precious Belt Bridge in Suzhou and the Lugou Bridge in Beijing. The entire bridge is 150 metres long and eight metres wide.
Dragon King Temple (龙王庙; 龍王廟o): A temple built to worship the Dragon King.
Hanxu Hall (涵虚堂; 涵虛堂): Located at the north of Nanhu Island, directly facing the Tower of Buddhist Incense on the north bank.
Western Dam
Lake Dividing Bridge (界湖桥; 界湖橋): The bridge that separates Kunming Lake from the northern lake.
Jade Belt Bridge (玉带桥; 玉帶橋)
Binfeng Bridge (豳风桥; 豳風橋)
Jingming Tower (景明楼; 景明樓): It was destroyed by the British and French in 1860 and was restored only in 1992. It was designed to imitate Yueyang Tower.
Mirror Bridge (镜桥; 鏡橋)
White Silk Bridge (练桥; 練橋)
Willow Bridge (柳桥; 柳橋): Located most south of the western dam.
Farming and Weaving Picture Scenic Area (耕织图景区; 耕織圖景區): Built during the Qianlong Emperor's time, it was designed to bring to life a scene from the daily lives of peasants. This area was excluded from the Summer Palace after it was renovated by Empress Dowager Cixi. In 1949, the area was occupied by the People's Liberation Army and a paper-making factory was built there. In 2003, the area was incorporated back into the Summer Palace and some old buildings were restored.
from Wikipedia
Stone altar for placing offerings to the gods, elemental deities and local spirits, as part of living harmoniously with all sentient beings, seen and invisible, form and formless, gods and asuras, a pay-it-forward karmic actions.
Picture taken from Dikubu Strawberry restaurant and camping ️ ground, at the lakeshores of Lake Beratan, Bedugul highlands, North Bali, Indonesia.