Came across this collection of adobe bricks drying in the Andean sun. These type of bricks have been around for thousands of years and are still commonly used in construction in the small villages of Peru. They are made of earth/mud admixed with straw or dung. Bricks tend to be small so that they air-dry without cracking. Mud is used as a mortar, and the structures they make are surprisingly durable.
Rethymno is a rare combination of history and modern-day luxury, with its multicultural old town, tropical beaches and exquisite Cretan cuisine.
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From two viewpoints above the picturesque town, Paul Heymont enjoys the scene
DrFumblefinger shares some early morning photos taken of an olive vendor in Marrakech’s Souk.
This ceremony re-enacts the custom of the royal court during the Joseon dynasty to ensure the security of the king and his court.
George G shares fond memories of visits to Europe’s many Christmas markets
Sylvia shares some photos of southern Patagonia, as her plane’s approach into Ushuaia’s airport reveals great views of the Andes Mountains and the Beagle Channel.
