The Iconic Windmills Of Mykonos. Traditionally, these windmills are heavy, three-story buildings made of stone, circular in shape, reflecting the simple yet functional design typical of the Cycladic islands. They were primarily built by Venetians in the 16th century and continued to be constructed into the early 20th century for milling wheat. One of GreecesContinue reading “Todays Featured Poster • Mykonos”
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Todays Images • Shopping In Wertheim, Germany
Wertheim is a charming and historic town located in southwestern Germany with a population of only about 23,000. It is still a popular place to shop for people in the surrounding area. It sits at the confluence of the rivers Tauber and Main, offering scenic views and a rich heritage. Visit Wertheim Castle perched onContinue reading “Todays Images • Shopping In Wertheim, Germany”
Today’s Images, The Giants Causeway
Located on the north coast of Northern Ireland, The Giants Causeway is a remarkable geological formation that has long been intertwined with Irish mythology. Featuring about 40,000 interlocking basalt columns formed from volcanic activity approximately 60 million years ago. It is steeped in myth and local legend, often associated with the giant Fionn mac Cumhaill,Continue reading “Today’s Images, The Giants Causeway”
Today’s Images, Jerusalem
The golden Dome of the Rock Mosque stands above the old wall of the ancient city of Jerusalem. In no other place on Earth is there a larger concentration of religious sights, while at the same time, being claimed by three separate major religions. Call it a bucket list or a pilgrimage but Jerusalem shouldContinue reading “Today’s Images, Jerusalem”
Celebrating The Nativity
The Nativity By Pier Maria Bagnadore The Nativity has been the subject of overwhelmingly the largest number of paintings, frescoes and mosaics in the world since the seventh century. Today’s offering is The Nativity by Pier Maria Bagnadore (1550–1627) an Italian painter of the late-Renaissance or Mannerist period. He was active mainly in his nativeContinue reading “Celebrating The Nativity”
The Nativity In Art
Nativity of Jesus Christ in Leeds Cathedral The Nativity has been the subject of overwhelmingly the largest number of paintings, frescoes, mosaics and stained glass windows in the world since the seventh century. Today’s offering is The stained glass window depicting the Nativity of Jesus Christ in Leeds Cathedral, England. These windows are significant forContinue reading “The Nativity In Art”
