Tag: history

I Wander, I Wonder … #3

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Check out the fearless feline atop the roof of the Duke of York pub in York, UK. This cat is one of the city’s whimsical sculptures.

http://www.willfieldcameraclub.co.uk/2014/03/photographing-fabulous-york-cat-trail

Here’s a link to a website that provides more information on these cats (there are about 20) and walking tours you can go on to spot them!

http://www.willfieldcameraclub.co.uk/2014/03/photographing-fabulous-york-cat-trail/

The photo below shows part of York Minster. This cathedral is a wonderful representation of the English Gothic period (1230 – 1472).

Or you could, quite literally, end up in the Dog House, which is really a hotdog stand in the market place.

Have a wonderful day!

I Wander, I Wonder … #2

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Does anyone recognise this location? Think of young men and women learning to fly on broomsticks in the first of a magical movie series.

Yep! This is part of the quadrangle in Durham Cathedral, UK, one of the locations used in the early Harry Potter movies. Apparently, a portion of the upcoming The Avengers: Infinity Wars movie, due in 2019 (I think), was filmed here in May.

This is a beautiful cathedral with a deep but quiet sense of history. Dating back to 1093, the architecture and stonework have stood the test of time, as has the incredible stained glass Rose Window. Unfortunately, photography is prohibited within the cathedral, so here’s a link if you’d like to know more.

https://www.durhamcathedral.co.uk/visit-us

And do keep an eye out for this little guy in the Undercroft Restaurant and Café!

Have a wonderful day!

History Snaphot ~ Act of Kindness #25

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I’m pretty sure folks know by now that leaders Donald Trump and Kim Jong-Un will be meeting on 12 June in Singapore. As I write this, it is in the early hours of 11 June. Both leaders have apparently arrived in the city state but have yet to meet.

But here they are on an artist’s easel!

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I chanced upon this talented gentleman in a mall, and he was kind enough to allow me to photograph him and his work. Thank you!

THANKS