Tagged With "Parliament"
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Re: Ottawa – NOT the coldest Capital in the world!
Nice article, but have to point out that the "Capitol" is a building in Washington DC while Ottawa (and Washington DC itself for that matter) are the "capitals" of their countries. One letter, but very different meanings.
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Ottawa – NOT the coldest Capital in the world!
Ottawa is a vibrant and charming small city — so pleasant that it’s hard to believe it’s home to soooo many politicians. Of the national capitals I've visited, Ottawa seems the most livable to me (ie. if...
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Dec. 20, 2019: Tai Chi on Parliament Hill, Ottawa
DrFumblefinger shares images of a group of adults enjoying the space of Parliament Hill's front lawn in Ottawa.
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Europe: Say goodbye to roaming fees, but not so soon
Airport cellphone users...plans still underway to end their roaming charges. Photo: Dmitry Rozhov The previously-announced plan to rid Europe of cellphone roaming charges is still on track, but delayed at the station for...
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European phone operators told: Hang up on roaming charges!
The European Parliament, legislative body of the E.U., has voted (534-25!) to put an end to roaming charges with E.U. for all mobile phone users. the change is to take effect by the end of 2015. Even with caps imposed in recent years, the...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 7, 2014: Houses of Parliament, Ottawa
Ottawa is the national capital of Canada. Small, compact and easy to explore with lots of great places to see, the city is a wonderful weekend getaway destination. Ottawa is centered on Parliament Hill upon which sits an iconic...
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Library of Parliament, Ottawa (Where Gumbo Was #206)
Gumbo was visiting the beautiful Library of Parliament, situated as part of the group of buildings on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.
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Nov. 23, 2016: Big Ben - London
Possibly the most famous clock tower in the world...but Samantha reminds us that it's actually the bell and not the clock and tower that is Big Ben!
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June 21, 2019: Centennial Flame, Ottawa
DrFumblefinger visits the Centennial Flame in Canada's national capitol, Ottawa. Created to celebrate Canada's 100th birthday, it remains popular with tourists visiting the Houses of Parliament.
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The London Eye (Where Gumbo was #292)
DrFumblefinger visits the London Eye, a new landmark in London and the most popular paid attraction in the United Kingdom.
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Re: Library of Parliament, Ottawa (Where Gumbo Was #206)
Now that's what I call Architecture. Beautiful building with an amazing wooden floor too. I could spend days just admiring the skill of the artisan. Enjoyable journey just finding the answer ! Thanks
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Touring the Canadian Parliament Buildings, Ottawa
DrFumblefinger shares some of the details of a tour of Parliament building in Ottawa.
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Re: Capital Hill, Canberra
Amazing how the structure bearing the flag looks as if it were a dome on the building!
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Re: Capital Hill, Canberra
Yes, looks different up close though. I'll post a close-up later.
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April 8, 2018: Old Parliament Building, Colombo
The Old Parliament Building, completed in 1930 when Ceylon was still under British rule, was home to the country's parliament until 1983.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Oct 3, 2013: Houses of Parliament and River Thames, London, England
One of the most iconic images of England is that of the Houses of Parliament (House of Lords and House of Commons), and its famous clock tower (Big Ben).
