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Wilton Windmill was built in 1821 after the new Kennet and Avon canal was built. The mill was in operation for 100 years but with the fast production of cheap bread it became unwanted and was abandoned. It then sadly fell into disrepair. After a number of years it was finally restored to its former glory in 1976, by a team of dedicated volunteers. It is owned by Wiltshire Council who offer guided tours.
ODT: 6/10/2012: Begins with 'W'
This windmill in Waltham, Linconlshire, was rebuilt in 1898 on the site of 3 previous windmills, and is still a functioning windmill for grinding grain.
Taken for 52 of 2011:
Week 17: Theme: Architecture
actually in the center of amsterdam isn't easy to find a windmill you have to go to other villages, this is the only windmill i saw near the zoo
The two new windmills - one more to come next year.
Maximum output 1000 Kw. The tower weighs 100 tons, the top and wings weigh 90 tons and the motor axle is 55 metres from the base. The 50-metre diameter wings rotate at 25 rpm.
The iconic feature of the Greek island of the Mykonos. The island is one of the Cyclades islands, which surround Delos in the Agean Sea. The windmills can be seen from every point of the village of Mykonos, the island's principle village, which is sometimes called the Chora on Greek islands. The windmills are the first thing seen when coming into the harbour, as they stand on a hill overlooking the area. There are currently 16 windmills on Mykonos. Most of them were built by the Venetians in the 16th century, but construction continued into the early 20th century. They were primarily used to mill wheat. They were an important source of income for the inhabitants. Their use gradually declined until they ceased production in the middle of the 20th century. Their architecture is similar. They all have a round shape, white colour and a pointed roof. Such windmills are found in almost all Cyclades islands. One of these windmills has been transformed into a museum. The whole village of Chora and the harbour are visible from this point.
Wonderful day in St. Kitts on the last port of call on our great week-long Eastern Caribbean Cruise to San Juan, Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, and St. Kitts on the Celebrity Equinox (February 17-24, 2018). While on the island, we took the excellent Caribbean Scenic Railway Tour excursion on our day in St. Kitts. The excursion was described as following: "Take a ride aboard the St. Kitts Scenic Railway, built nearly a century ago to transport sugar cane from the fields to the sugar mill in Basseterre. These days, with air-conditioned cars, the railway provides the most panoramic journey on St. Kitts – one that circles the entire island. Sip a tropical rum punch (or virgin fruit punch) and marvel at views of forested volcanic peaks rising 4,000 feet above sea level. Rumble through rustic villages and island farms on a ride that takes you across deep “ghuts” (canyons) by way of steel bridges. Along the way, your local guide will point out landmarks, including long-abandoned sugar cane plantations where nature has taken over, climbing the old chimneys and windmills." It was a fantastic excursion. I also have pictures from the tour buses on the way to and from the train depot. It was a great way to tour the island and learn about the history of the sugar industry on the island. Pictures taken from St. Kitts on Wednesday February 21, 2018 on a beautiful day in the Caribbean.
There's a story behind this windmill, which is now a meditation chapel. I forgot what it is for now, but I'll write it up later
Got up bright and early to head over to Pitstone to try to capture the sunrise at the Windmill. It was a bit cloudy, so perhaps not the best conditions possible but I still decided to give it a go.
5.8.2011. Windmills, Kinderdijk (NL).
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Location: The ranch is well located south of Santa Rosa, New Mexico.
Acres: 66,972 total acres, more or less (60,400+/- deeded acres, 3,752+/- acres NM State Lease, 780+/- acres BLM, 2,040+/- acres uncontrolled free use)
Terrain: The majority of the ranch has a rolling to hilly terrain with some areas of broken canyon country.
Water: The ranch is watered by electric submersible wells, windmills, and an extensive waterline network. Additionally, natural ponds are a good seasonal source of livestock water.
Access: Access to the ranch is excellent with approximately 12 miles of highway frontage along the exterior boundary of the property, and several graded county roads through the interior of the ranch.
Improvements: A nearly new Spanish-style hacienda home is located on the north end of the ranch. Other improvements include barns, sheds, and three substantial sets of livestock shipping pens, each equipped with scales.
Hunting/Recreation: This ranch has a good population of antelope and some mule deer are found in the more broken country.
Price: $240.00 per deeded acre
Remarks: This is a quality working cattle ranch, rated at approximately 1,250 animal units. Ranches of this size are seldom offered for sale. In addition to ranching, it appears the property has wind farm potential.