While in Phuket, one year after the devastating tsunami, I saw several of these on the different beaches along the west coast of the island. A guide informed us that they were placed to protect people at night from the spirits of those whose lives were lost during the tsunami, who may still be wandering the beaches trying to return to loved ones.
With several days to spend in Porto, Jonathan L explores several aspects of local culture
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This iconic tree along The 17 Mile Drive is always a beautiful picture.
Of all the grand features of Paris’s Grands Magasins, Paul Heymont’s favorite is the stained glass dome at Printemps
DrFumblefinger shares images of a Lewis and Clark statue he spotted on the Boise State Capitol grounds.
Sarcee shares some photos of bald eagles, including two fledglings, taken near Calgary.
Taken in the countryside outside Okotoks, Alberta
Sarcee share a few winter photos taken in Calgary a few days ago featuring a Bohemian Waxwing eating berries off of a Siberian Crab Tree.
