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-Azerbaijan

Juxtaposition

This two storey mausoleum and mosque dates back to the 15th century.  The sleek but simple building is wedged into a rugged cliff and both take on added majesty because of […]
Juxtaposition

-Provence

Take a Seat

– Hex colour refrence:  #ee204d A colourful note:  the red colour appeared in the original Crayola set of crayons in 1903. This warm and fiery colour represents many things (my […]
Take a Seat

-London

Allies

This popular photo spot is the Allies sculpture created by Lawrence Holofcener.  It was commissioned to mark 50 years of peace, and was unveiled in 1995 by Princess Margaret. Copyright Debbie Smyth, 18 April […]
Allies

-London

Sweet Pink

Accompanying the pink lady in the window, there are plenty of pink macaroons in the cavern of the shop.  The flavours vary with the season, but the pinks include rose, ginger and raspberry.  […]
Sweet Pink

-Azerbaijan

Stair Flare

This tantalising building of curves, whites and reflections is the work of Zaha Hadid. Referred to be some as “Queen of the Curve”, she has delivered some amazing buildings around […]
Stair Flare

-New York

Arch

– Over to all of you to join the challenge with your own arch post, or with a post based on any single word that takes your fancy. Thanks to everyone […]

-London

Eeeek!

I don’t know about you, but to me this winged lion is looking shocked and surprised at whatever is advancing towards him down Avenue Gardens in Regents Park. There are four […]
Eeeek!

-Barcelona

Pareos for Sale

  – – Hex reference: #de5d83 A colourful note:  the Crayola interpretation of the colour of blush is surprisingly robust, an unusual choice for a name that is normally associated with […]
Pareos for Sale