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The wreck of the Mary Rose.
She was built in 1510-11 at the start of Henry VIII’s reign and was one of his favourite ships for 34 years, until it sank in 1545.
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The wreck of the Mary Rose.
She was built in 1510-11 at the start of Henry VIII’s reign and was one of his favourite ships for 34 years, until it sank in 1545.
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Chateau de Menthon-Saint-Bernard is a gothic revival castle standing on 200m tall cliff facing Lake Annecy in Haute-Savoie department in France. The first castle was built here in the 10th century. It was made of wood.
The present-day castle has been owned by the same Menthon family since late 12th century.
Most of the buildings in the castle were constructed in 13-19th centuries. On the whole it underwent two major reconstructions: in the Renaissance period when it was made into a cozy palace and in the early 19th century when it was remodeled to meet the neogothic trending standards.
Legend has it that Walt Disney was inspired by this chateau (and not Neuschwanstein) when designing his Sleeping Beauty castle. The 23rd generation of the same family lives in the castle but they keep their residence open to tourists.
Name | Chateau de Menthon-Saint-Bernard
Place | Haute-Savoie, France
Photo by | @yael_boutroixx
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The World's Oldest Known Carpet: A Turkish Carpet, Pazyryk Kurgan.. Pazyryk Carpet.
The world's oldest known carpet, the Pazyryk Carpet, is believed to be a Turkish carpet and a carpet from the Steppe region, and has been attributed to the Asian Huns. With 36,000 Gördes knots per 10 square centimeters, this carpet is a masterpiece of craftsmanship unmatched in later periods.
The world's oldest known carpet was discovered during archaeological excavations at the monumental tombs known as the Pazyryk Kurgans in Central Asia, dating back to the 5th-4th centuries BC. The Pazyryk carpet, unearthed in this tomb belonging to the Hun tribes, is also the world's oldest knotted carpet. The main kurgans representing the culture of the Great Hun Empire in the Altai region are the Katanda, Noyun Ula, Pazyryk, Shibe, and Esik kurgans. These kurgans are the oldest tigin (princely) tombs in the Altai region.
The Pazyryk kurgans date back to the Hun Turkic period due to numerous religious, mythological, archaeological, and art historical evidence. Felt Cover from the Pazyryk Kurgans: The Pazyryk kurgans were found between the Chulisman and Baskhaus Rivers in the Great Ulagan Valley, 1600 meters above sea level.
Here's a 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible.
DOMINION CINEMA
(opened 1935, demolished 1982)
The Dominion Cinema stood on King Street, Southall, in the London Borough of Ealing, West London, UK 🇬🇧
Architect: Frank Ernest Bromige.
An Art Deco landmark, its striking three-part façade featured two tall convex glass walls flanking a large central concave window.
Projecting in front of this was a dramatic curved concrete element—described by Bromige as a stylised question mark, though widely remembered as resembling an elephant’s trunk—highlighted with neon lighting and accompanied by a revolving vertical sign spelling GROSVENOR.
Opened in 1935, the building operated alternately as the Dominion Cinema and the Dominion Social & Entertainment Centre, hosting films, bingo, and wrestling. It closed in 1979 and was demolished in 1982.
(Photos: Dusashenka, Flickr;@Knowledgepoint)
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This was Preston Tucker's
Personal Tucker 48.
Christmas In London, UK 🇬🇧🎄
#archidesiign #architecture #design #travel #photography #europe #christmas #london #uk
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🇵🇭 Rizal park in Manila, Philippines.
Former Thai Navy SEAL diver Saman Kunan tragically lost his life inside the Tham Luang cave complex during the 2018 rescue of the 12 boys and their coach.
The 'Wild Boars' team was trapped when heavy monsoon rains unexpectedly flooded the tunnels after they entered for an excursion.
Kunan, 38, was working to replenish the dangerously low air supply, placing oxygen tanks along the 3.2km route to the stranded team.
He became unconscious on his return journey and could not be revived, becoming the first casualty. His sacrifice underscored the desperate and heroic nature of the effort. He is honored as a national hero.
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On this day in 1972, the Carly Simon single “You’re So Vain” debuted on the US Billboard Hot 100 at #99 (December 2)
The track which became one of her signature songs went all the way to #1 in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, #4 in Ireland and South Africa, #5 in Belgium, #7 in the Netherlands, #8 in Germany, and #11 in Japan.
It’s ranked at #92 on Billboard's Greatest Songs of All Time.
“You're So Vain" was voted #216 in RIAA's Songs of the Century, and in August 2014, the UK's Official Charts Company crowned it the ultimate song of the 1970s.
In 2021, the song was ranked #495 on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
In November 2015, Simon, promoting her about-to-be-published memoirs, said, "I have confirmed that the second verse is Warren (Beatty)" and added that while "Warren thinks the whole thing is about him", he is the subject of that verse only, with the remainder of the song referring to two other, still unnamed men.
Mick Jagger contributed uncredited backing vocals for the song.
Carly Simon recalled:
“He happened to call at the studio. … I said ‘We're doing some backup vocals on a song of mine, why don't you come down and sing with us?’”
#carlysimon, #youresovain, #70smusic, #mickjagger, #warrenbeatty, #dailyrockhistory, #thisdayinmusic, #onthisday
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Ford GT40 'P-1061' from 1966🇺🇲
This magnificent horse caparison, crafted around 1620, was made from rich wool and luxurious silk to adorn the royal steed of the Swedish King.
More than just a decorative covering, such caparisons symbolized status, power, and royal prestige during parades, battles, and state ceremonies. The detailed craftsmanship and quality materials reflect the artistry of early 17th-century Swedish textile design, showcasing both elegance and durability.
These ornate coverings were often embroidered or woven with royal insignias, transforming warhorses into symbols of national pride and authority. Today, surviving examples like this one offer a rare glimpse into Sweden’s regal traditions and the sophistication of courtly fashion during the early modern period.
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Schwerin Castle
(also known as Schwerin Palace), is a schloss located in the city of Schwerin, the capital of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern state, Germany. It is situated on an island in the city's main lake, Lake Schwerin.
The castle is regarded as one of the most important works of romantic Historicism in Europe and is designated to become a World Heritage Site. It is nicknamed the "Neuschwanstein of the North".
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Thailand Tradtional Costume 🇹🇭
“Wine is one of the most civilized things in the world and one of the most natural things of the world that has been brought to the greatest perfection, and it offers a greater range for enjoyment and appreciation than, possibly, any other purely sensory thing.”
—Ernest Hemingway
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Tucked away on a quiet street in Istanbul’s Akaretler neighborhood, Minoa Bookshop & Cafe is a three-story space with over 60,000 titles spanning art, design, and literature. Its standout feature is a chandelier made of suspended books that draws the eye as soon as you enter. With its inviting café and concept store, Minoa attracts readers, creatives, and travelers who come to browse, relax, and enjoy its distinctive atmosphere.
📍@minoabooksandcoffee, Vişnezade, Süleyman Seba Cd. No:52/A, 34357 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye
Opening hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 8AM - 11PM
- Friday: 8AM - 12AM
- Saturday: 9AM - 12AM
- Sunday: 9AM - 11PM
Photo Credit: @doitwithwilly
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Svinjokolj (eng. pig slaughter) in Salaš 137 Vojvodina, Serbia 🇷🇸
Taste Vojvodina: www.tasteatlas.com/vojvodina
The traditional pig slaughter in Serbia 🇷🇸 as well as the neighboring Bosnia and Herzegovina 🇧🇦, Croatia 🇭🇷, and Slovenia 🇸🇮, is a widespread practice that involves pig slaughtering, processing, and meat butchering, and is observed by rural families, usually in late autumn.
This tradition is locally called 'koline,' 'kolinje,' 'prašćina,' 'svinjokolj,' 'svinjokolja,' or 'posjek,' depending on the location. The names literally mean "pig-slaughtering."
After it is cut into pieces, the meat from the animal is processed further. The traditionally produced ham ('šunka'), bacon ('slanina'), sausages ('kobasica') such as blood sausage ('krvavica'), and kulen are well-known local delicacies.
Non-meat products such as cracklings ('čvarci') or švargl and aspic ('hladetina') are also respected as parts of traditional cuisine in these countries.
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