As some may be learning, I love old photos and how things appear at the same locations now. Here are a few from Londonist, London of course. Some old and some fairly recent, some things utterly changed and some, remarkably, pretty much the same.
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
PortMoresby guides us to a community weekend market at a historic Northern California home (07/23/2014)
Jonathan L (pictured), on the road, meets PortMoresby (picture taker) for coffee in Auburn, CA.
PortMoresby’s Borneo adventures include a visit to Kuching, the capital of Sarawak, and once home to the White Rajahs
Sigh…
1908 to 2013 comparisons give me a thrill and glow.
1980 to 2013 comparisons make me feel time is passing me by
I wonder why!