Rethymno: More of Crete
Rethymno is a rare combination of history and modern-day luxury, with its multicultural old town, tropical beaches and exquisite Cretan cuisine.
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
Rapid City is best known for its proximity to Mt. Rushmore and the four presidents carved into it. But the City of Presidents also features a walk where you can encounter more than 40 Presidents who have been the United States’ Commander-in-Chief. The art is interesting and the walk is a lot of fun.
DrFumblefinger shares some early morning photos taken of an olive vendor in Marrakech’s Souk.
The beautiful Gothic Cathedral in Seville, Spain was built on the site of a mosque. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and well worth a visit when in Andalusia.
I totally enjoy all the subjects captured by masterful photographer Ian Cook. According to Wikipedia, this statue commonly referred to as the “Golden Boys” is going to be relocated to an undecided location, and the three men are looking at the plans of a steam engine. The “Industrial Revolution” was born in hotbed cities like Birmingham where scientists and engineers came together to collaborate in the development of so many inventions much as some other cities seemed to draw master painters and artists. Birmingham had many more notorious inventors and chemists that contributed to mechanical manufacturing and processing.