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Mono -- the picture of the tree is my favorite, I think! =) It looks like you got to see many wonderful things, though!
Kilted -- the clouds make those sunset pictures very interesting and beautiful (in my opinion, of course); thanks for sharing them with us! =)
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Sorry guys, trying to post some pictures, but I'm running into technical difficulties. Mainly it's because I'm computer illiterate.
thanks
and virg, that is lake Huron
Kilted, those photos remind me such much of the town I grew up (though it was a seaside resort, not lake). Bringing so many memories.
Yes, we turn into sentimental fools as we age.
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Library walk, Manchester
I have seen that picture in my head for three years, I am so happy it came out ok!
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and central Library
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You can justs ee the start of library walk behind the tram.
beautiful!
:thumbs_up I like this photo Nightshade...cool. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Nightshade
All that and Old Trafford too...lucky thing!
Don't mention that place to me!Quote:
Originally Posted by Michael T
I almost got squished to detah by fans once because I was on the wrong tram at the wrong time!
football.. meh!
Neigh, men meh!
Women!!! Meh :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Nightshade
:lol:
Not my fault only way back to Manchester city centre from the Salford branch of Frankie and Bennys if you dont drive is the Metrolink tram that stops at Old trafford.Quote:
Originally Posted by Michael T
How was I to know that a load of loud louts who didnt know the meaning of this carraoige is now FULL! And NOO don't rock the tram. ANd hey I think you will find that is attached to me!
Were about to pile in and keep piling in, and suspend me in midair?
Lynne, I will be over today to teach you to be less computer illiterate....but don't hope for a miracle in one session! ;):lol:Quote:
Originally Posted by Lynne50
We will get some of your photos up and running though.
By the way, you know you are always welcome! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Niamh
Nightshade- Great pix! I especially like that sepia toned one
Near my house at Red Bank Battlefield taken at 7:30 pm
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Trip to Brandwine River Museum in Pennsylvania featuring works of the Wyeth Family
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Lynne, what gorgeous pictures. Red Bank, New Jersey? I've been through there. Never got a chance to look around though. I see I missed some lovely scenery :)
Lynne- Gorgeous pix!!
I know! :D but this kettle needs to motivate herself and organise when she could visit... got a few important trips planned over autumn that i have to save for... but i'll get over to visit you and subby soon! :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Chava
Oh Wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by Lynne50
What battlefield is in Red Bank New Jersey? Revolutionary War?Quote:
Originally Posted by Lynne50
So nightie already posted some picks from the trip to Manchester, so now its my turn! :D
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cant really remember name of this park... Wentworth? Whitworth? humm
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Central Library
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some interesting architecture
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Brannigans!!!! (ladywentworth understands why this excites me! :D )
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John Rylands Library
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Manchester Cathedral (oh so pretty! I do love a nice cathedral! )
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(my fave photo)
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Around Manchester
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Around Chetham
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This picture is not taken in Red Bank, NJ. I was standing on the shore looking at Philadelphia, Pa. across the Delaware. Yes, it is a battlefield from the Revolutionary War. We have a reenactment every year. Our little town's claim to fame.Quote:
Originally Posted by Virgil
Thanks Lynne. Wonderful pictures Naimh. It feels like I'm there. And it looks like you've had some nice weather.
Niamh- Amazing photos! I really like them :) I concur with your favorite pic but I also really like the one that you took of the corner of the building
I agree with Stargazer, your favorite photo is very good Niamh. :thumbs_up
You know, compare the architectrue of the older buildings and the contemporary ones. The older ones are just gorgeous. What is wrong with modern architecture that they produce such sterile buildings. It's not just Manchester, it's every where.
Agreed Virgil :nod:Quote:
Originally Posted by Virgil
you are right virgil. And where the old meets new in Manchester to me personally they dont blend well.
So, I have been traveling for the past ten days. I visited my second home, Varanasi (Benaras / Kashi). It is one of the oldest living cities in the world; an important pilgrimage destination for the Hindus. It is situated on the bank of the river Ganga (Ganges), one of the holiest rivers. People keep Ganga water in their homes for performing puja. They say that it's water never spoils, one can keep the water in a can for several years and no alge (or that green slimy thingy) grows.
Here are some pics:
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On the left you can see the city, there are several ghats along the river bank. These ghats were built by several rulers and other rich people in earlier times; it was a sort of a place reserved for these people and their families; whenever they wanted to visit Varanasi, they would stay at the houses they built along the river bank.
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another view:
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A closer view:
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One of the ghats
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View of the other side of the river bank:
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Will post more pics :D
Oh how gorgeous Maddie. I love that architecture and the river looks beautiful. Thanks for sharing. :)
Virgil, I posted an item ( Architceture and you) on this very subject in the serious discussions thread a short while ago. You might be interested in some of the comments.Quote:
Originally Posted by Virgil
Thanks. I'll check it out later when I have a little more time.Quote:
Originally Posted by Brian Bean
Oh Maddie! I love the pics! so nice! Must be getting really really hot there now?
[B]Maddie, loved your photos. Quite unusual architecture, esp. so close to the water.[B]
And Niamh, Loved your pix too. One of the modern buildings reminded me of the Louvre.
Lynne, Niamh, Madhuri, your pictures are gorgeous! Thank you so much for sharing.
Lynne, you live in most beautiful place.
Niamh, Manchester looks lovely, and I can tell you and Nightshade had a wonderful time. I agree with you and Virgil; I much prefer older, more traditional architecture.
Madhuri, thank you so much for the pictures of your gorgeous country. It is absolutely fascinating to see the different places where people live.
Madhuri, I simply looooved it! I couldnt choose just one as my favorite. It looks like such a great place. I liked very much the one with the man on the 'canoe'... Beautiful!Quote:
Originally Posted by Madhuri
Thanks guys :D
Posting some more pictures:
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The pictures below are of the ghats where cremation is done.
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Here you can see a dead body covered in yellow cloth. The people sitting around are relatives waiting for the pyre to be set.
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Another ghat that is used more for cremations. There is a story behind every ghat and why certain things are done there and not on other ghats.
In earlier days, certain section of the cremation places were for general public and certain area was for kings and queens only.
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This ghat has a significance in our family. My great-grandfather wanted to die here and he also wanted to be cremated at this place. His last wish was fulfilled.
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This picture is the house of the person designated as Dome. He belongs to Scheduled Cast (if you are aware of the cast system...) and he gives the agni (fire) or permission for cremations to be done on any of the ghats.
Madhuri- very cool and interesting pix. you can really get a feel for the culture and life there
Thanks for sharing :)