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Perched on a vast hilltop in Chittorgarh, the majestic Chittorgarh Fort stands as one of India’s most powerful symbols of valor and sacrifice. Spread across nearly 700 acres, it served as the historic capital of the Sisodia Rajputs of Mewar and has witnessed some of the fiercest battles in Indian history. Believed to have origins in the 7th century, the fort evolved over time into a formidable stronghold, protected by massive stone walls, seven grand gateways, and an intricate system of water reservoirs that sustained life during long sieges.

Inside the fort lies a rich tapestry of history, architecture, and legend. The towering Vijay Stambh rises as a tribute to victory and pride, while the elegant Padmini Palace echoes stories of honor and intrigue. The fort is also closely associated with Rani Padmini and the heroic tales of jauhar, as well as the spiritual legacy of Meera Bai. Walking through its expansive grounds, one feels a deep connection to its past, where every stone carries echoes of courage, devotion, and an unyielding spirit that continues to define its identity.

The Louvre is one of the most famous museums in in the world. I've been lucky enough to visit it several times over the years. It's impressive, huge, and exhausting to visit.

Something changed this time around. While I liked visiting again, I'm not sure I would go back again. The admission is a steep 32 Euros for non-Europeans. The museum was packed, even late on a Thursday evening. The museum was scheduled to close at 2100 (9 pm). Around 2015 (8:15 pm), the staff started pushing people toward the exits, and not nicely. The guards were especially aggressive in the courtyard (where the pyramid is). Some were getting in people's faces, screaming at them to leave. By around 2045 the courtyard was empty and the barricades were up. Totally unnecessary and it left a nasty taste. Walking around here in the evening was always a treat, now it's gone. Bummer.

The Louvre is one of the most famous museums in in the world. I've been lucky enough to visit it several times over the years. It's impressive, huge, and exhausting to visit.

Something changed this time around. While I liked visiting again, I'm not sure I would go back again. The admission is a steep 32 Euros for non-Europeans. The museum was packed, even late on a Thursday evening. The museum was scheduled to close at 2100 (9 pm). Around 2015 (8:15 pm), the staff started pushing people toward the exits, and not nicely. The guards were especially aggressive in the courtyard (where the pyramid is). Some were getting in people's faces, screaming at them to leave. By around 2045 the courtyard was empty and the barricades were up. Totally unnecessary and it left a nasty taste. Walking around here in the evening was always a treat, now it's gone. Bummer.

The Louvre is one of the most famous museums in in the world. I've been lucky enough to visit it several times over the years. It's impressive, huge, and exhausting to visit.

Something changed this time around. While I liked visiting again, I'm not sure I would go back again. The admission is a steep 32 Euros for non-Europeans. The museum was packed, even late on a Thursday evening. The museum was scheduled to close at 2100 (9 pm). Around 2015 (8:15 pm), the staff started pushing people toward the exits, and not nicely. The guards were especially aggressive in the courtyard (where the pyramid is). Some were getting in people's faces, screaming at them to leave. By around 2045 the courtyard was empty and the barricades were up. Totally unnecessary and it left a nasty taste. Walking around here in the evening was always a treat, now it's gone. Bummer.

The Louvre is one of the most famous museums in in the world. I've been lucky enough to visit it several times over the years. It's impressive, huge, and exhausting to visit.

Something changed this time around. While I liked visiting again, I'm not sure I would go back again. The admission is a steep 32 Euros for non-Europeans. The museum was packed, even late on a Thursday evening. The museum was scheduled to close at 2100 (9 pm). Around 2015 (8:15 pm), the staff started pushing people toward the exits, and not nicely. The guards were especially aggressive in the courtyard (where the pyramid is). Some were getting in people's faces, screaming at them to leave. By around 2045 the courtyard was empty and the barricades were up. Totally unnecessary and it left a nasty taste. Walking around here in the evening was always a treat, now it's gone. Bummer.

The Louvre is one of the most famous museums in in the world. I've been lucky enough to visit it several times over the years. It's impressive, huge, and exhausting to visit.

Something changed this time around. While I liked visiting again, I'm not sure I would go back again. The admission is a steep 32 Euros for non-Europeans. The museum was packed, even late on a Thursday evening. The museum was scheduled to close at 2100 (9 pm). Around 2015 (8:15 pm), the staff started pushing people toward the exits, and not nicely. The guards were especially aggressive in the courtyard (where the pyramid is). Some were getting in people's faces, screaming at them to leave. By around 2045 the courtyard was empty and the barricades were up. Totally unnecessary and it left a nasty taste. Walking around here in the evening was always a treat, now it's gone. Bummer.

The Louvre is one of the most famous museums in in the world. I've been lucky enough to visit it several times over the years. It's impressive, huge, and exhausting to visit.

Something changed this time around. While I liked visiting again, I'm not sure I would go back again. The admission is a steep 32 Euros for non-Europeans. The museum was packed, even late on a Thursday evening. The museum was scheduled to close at 2100 (9 pm). Around 2015 (8:15 pm), the staff started pushing people toward the exits, and not nicely. The guards were especially aggressive in the courtyard (where the pyramid is). Some were getting in people's faces, screaming at them to leave. By around 2045 the courtyard was empty and the barricades were up. Totally unnecessary and it left a nasty taste. Walking around here in the evening was always a treat, now it's gone. Bummer.

The Louvre is one of the most famous museums in in the world. I've been lucky enough to visit it several times over the years. It's impressive, huge, and exhausting to visit.

Something changed this time around. While I liked visiting again, I'm not sure I would go back again. The admission is a steep 32 Euros for non-Europeans. The museum was packed, even late on a Thursday evening. The museum was scheduled to close at 2100 (9 pm). Around 2015 (8:15 pm), the staff started pushing people toward the exits, and not nicely. The guards were especially aggressive in the courtyard (where the pyramid is). Some were getting in people's faces, screaming at them to leave. By around 2045 the courtyard was empty and the barricades were up. Totally unnecessary and it left a nasty taste. Walking around here in the evening was always a treat, now it's gone. Bummer.

The Louvre is one of the most famous museums in in the world. I've been lucky enough to visit it several times over the years. It's impressive, huge, and exhausting to visit.

Something changed this time around. While I liked visiting again, I'm not sure I would go back again. The admission is a steep 32 Euros for non-Europeans. The museum was packed, even late on a Thursday evening. The museum was scheduled to close at 2100 (9 pm). Around 2015 (8:15 pm), the staff started pushing people toward the exits, and not nicely. The guards were especially aggressive in the courtyard (where the pyramid is). Some were getting in people's faces, screaming at them to leave. By around 2045 the courtyard was empty and the barricades were up. Totally unnecessary and it left a nasty taste. Walking around here in the evening was always a treat, now it's gone. Bummer.

Goulston Street at night with the Wentworth Dwellings building on the left. A Jack The Ripper tour standing close to the entrance where the torn piece of apron belonging to Catherine Eddowes was found underneath the anti-Semitic graffito. It was found by PC Alfred Long around 2:55 am on September 30th 1888.

I've not gotten many shots from this angle. Its hard to get shots when there aren't Ripper groups around.

Nikon F4. Nikkor 50mm F1.2 lens. Mr. Negative 200T 35mm ECN2 film.

I composed this image while wandering the back streets of the Austrian town of Krems, where one may find structures that date to the 12th Century. Krems is the eastern gateway to the picturesque Wachau Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

We did a day trip to Arles and the Pont du Gard in Provence on May Day. It was interesting to say the least. We didn't know how much the French love May Day. In Arles, pretty much everything was close but the town was absolutely packed, still we made the most of it, including the first of many gelato stops. After checking out Arles, we drove to the famous Pont du Gard - excellent choice. It's such a lovely area to relax and appreciate history.

We did a day trip to Arles and the Pont du Gard in Provence on May Day. It was interesting to say the least. We didn't know how much the French love May Day. In Arles, pretty much everything was close but the town was absolutely packed, still we made the most of it, including the first of many gelato stops. After checking out Arles, we drove to the famous Pont du Gard - excellent choice. It's such a lovely area to relax and appreciate history.

Around town over festival weekend - traders, food and coffee stalls, streets, people, a busker and a musician.

From a collection of photos taken at the 2026 Wimborne Minster Folk Festival held all over the town on the very sunny, warm weekend of 12-14th June 2026.

The festival is run by volunteers - here are some around the festival over the weekend.

From a collection of photos taken at the 2026 Wimborne Minster Folk Festival held all over the town on the very sunny, warm weekend of 12-14th June 2026.

Around town over festival weekend - traders, food and coffee stalls, streets, people, a busker and a musician.

From a collection of photos taken at the 2026 Wimborne Minster Folk Festival held all over the town on the very sunny, warm weekend of 12-14th June 2026.

The wonderful 'audience participation' dance in the main Square on Sunday lunchtime.

From a collection of photos taken at the 2026 Wimborne Minster Folk Festival held all over the town on the very sunny, warm weekend of 12-14th June 2026.

The festival is run by volunteers - here are some around the festival over the weekend.

From a collection of photos taken at the 2026 Wimborne Minster Folk Festival held all over the town on the very sunny, warm weekend of 12-14th June 2026.