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Looking up at the awe-inspiring Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The sleek stainless steel and glass facade glimmers under the night sky, showcasing the modern architectural brilliance of one of the world's most iconic skyscrapers.
The iconic "Gambrinus" lobster sculpture, located near the Port Vell area in Barcelona, is a quirky and vibrant addition to the waterfront. Created by artist Javier Mariscal, the lobster's cheerful appearance and outstretched claws make it a popular attraction for both locals and tourists. The bronze sculpture was originally part of a seafood restaurant, and it has become a distinctive landmark representing the whimsical spirit of the city.
Berlin Fernsehturm or Nifty Futuristic Space Rocket?
La Casa Rosada (English: The Pink House) is the executive mansion and office of the President of Argentina. The palatial mansion is known officially as Casa de Gobierno, ("House of Government" or "Government House"). Normally, the President lives at the Quinta de Olivos, the official residence of the President of Argentina, which is located in Olivos, Buenos Aires Province. The characteristic color of the Casa Rosada is baby pink, and is considered one of the most emblematic buildings in Buenos Aires. The building also houses a museum, which contains objects relating to former presidents of Argentina. It has been declared a National Historic Monument of Argentina.
The Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral (Spanish: Catedral Metropolitana de Buenos Aires) is the main Catholic church in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is located in the city center, overlooking Plaza de Mayo, on the corner of San Martín and Rivadavia streets, in the San Nicolás neighbourhood. It is the mother church of the Archdiocese of Buenos Aires.
The Cathedral of Buenos Aires was rebuilt several times since its humble origins in the 16th century. The present building is a mix of architectural styles, with an 18th-century nave and dome and a severe, 19th-century Neoclassical façade without towers. The interior keeps precious 18th-century statues and altarpieces, as well as abundant Neo-Renaissance and Neo-Baroque decoration.
The Congressional Palace is located in Buenos Aires, at the western end of Avenida de Mayo (at the other end of which is located the Casa Rosada). The Kilometre Zero for all Argentine National Highways is marked on a milestone at the Congressional Plaza, next to the building.
The Fishermen's Club ("Club de Pescadores") is situated on the banks of the Río de la Plata in Costanera Norte Avenue, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
The Club was founded in 1903 on an old pier built by a French company who used to tie up their coal boats there and discharge the coal into railway wagons waiting alongside. Some time later, when this activity had ceased and the condition of the pier had deteriorated, the fishermen who met there to practice their sport, decided to carry out repairs to the pier and to build a small shelter where they could store their belongings. On 10 August 1905 a violent storm on the river destroyed the pier. Despite this, club members were not put off and later continued their activities which by now included the organisation of regular fishing competitions.
In 1926 a plan was initiated to construct a new pier with a building on it to house the social activities of the club. This received presidential consent in 1928 and construction of the pier was completed in 1930. The building on the pier, still in existence today, was designed by José N. Quartino and officially opened on 16 January 1937 in the presence the Argentina president General Agustín P. Justo.
Declared a national historic monument in 2001, the building has become an icon of the city of Buenos Aires.
Source: Wikipedia
The Fishermen's Club ("Club de Pescadores") is situated on the banks of the Río de la Plata in Costanera Norte Avenue, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
The Club was founded in 1903 on an old pier built by a French company who used to tie up their coal boats there and discharge the coal into railway wagons waiting alongside. Some time later, when this activity had ceased and the condition of the pier had deteriorated, the fishermen who met there to practice their sport, decided to carry out repairs to the pier and to build a small shelter where they could store their belongings. On 10 August 1905 a violent storm on the river destroyed the pier. Despite this, club members were not put off and later continued their activities which by now included the organisation of regular fishing competitions.
In 1926 a plan was initiated to construct a new pier with a building on it to house the social activities of the club. This received presidential consent in 1928 and construction of the pier was completed in 1930. The building on the pier, still in existence today, was designed by José N. Quartino and officially opened on 16 January 1937 in the presence the Argentina president General Agustín P. Justo.
Declared a national historic monument in 2001, the building has become an icon of the city of Buenos Aires.
Source: Wikipedia
Mamiya 645 Pro TTL | Sekor-C 80 2.8N | f5.6 | 1/125 | yellow filter | Fomapan 100 | Fomadon (Rodinal) R09 1:50 | 8min | CanoScan 8800F
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Prague, Jižní město, 03/2015
A Kansas City icon for nearly a century, “The Scout” overlooks downtown Kansas City from the vantage point of Penn Valley Park.
Created in 1910 by renowned Massachusetts-based artist Cyrus Edwin Dallin (1861-1944), the ten-foot high, life-size sculpture of a Sioux tribesman on his horse was displayed at the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition in San Francisco where it was awarded a gold medal. Later that year, it was placed in Penn Valley Park as a temporary exhibit.
Since Kansas City’s residents liked “The Scout” so much, a fund-raising campaign was organized to purchase it. About $15,000 in contributions was generated and, in 1922, the sculpture was dedicated to the city.
Over time, the area of Penn Valley Park where “The Scout” is located became rather notorious for cruising, but the city has built recreational facilities in recent years in an attempt to change the demographics of park visitors.
