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Europäische Hornisse (Vespa crabro)
(c) Candy Hutchison
Uzbekistan
Shakhrisabz
The legendary Central Asian conqueror Amir Timur (Timur Lenk) had the palace built in his birthplace at the end of the 14th century.
This gigantic structure was intended to showcase the power of Timur to the outside world. What you see now are only the gigantic pillars (pylons) of the main entrance. Originally, this gate was more than 70 meters high . The gigantic central arch collapsed about 300 years ago.
Above the entrance gate once stood the famous warning: "If you doubt our power, look at our buildings."
The remaining towers still display the beautiful, original blue-gold mosaics and tiles from the Middle Ages.
Since 2000, the historic center of Shakhrisabz, including this palace, has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List .
My boyfriend and I went to Kansai Region last summer. It was our first time going to Japan and we will definitely go back. This country has a lot to offer -- modernization and culture. Probably the best country I have ever been. Looking forward to the next one!
