On top of the roof
Yes I really did go up here, though the guy shown below did have to haul me up the last couple of steps as I was laden with cameras and […]
Rooftops of Sheki
The old streets of Sheki, in northern Azerbaijan, are full of fascinating buildings with great roofs. Sadly, time, weather and cost of repair have taken their toll, and many […]
Summer recap
Paula over at Lost in Translation has asked us all to publish a recap of our images from July and August, to help us all catch up on things we’ve […]
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 […]
Novruz decorations
March is the month of spring celebrations in Azerbaijan. Green grass, colourful flowers and brightly decorated eggs adorn gardens and balconies as part of the Novruz festivities. As the real […]
Fire
– Over to all of you to join the challenge with your own fiery post, or with a post based on any single word that takes your fancy. Thanks to everyone who gave […]
Shabaka
The Khan Palaces in Sheki feature stunning examples of stained glass windows. These shabaka (or shebeke) were made without glue or nails, using coloured glass brought in from Murano. Apparently the Khan […]
Safe and Sound
– . Copyright Debbie Smyth, 6 April 2017 Posted as part of Security and Thursday Doors
Silk
– Hex colour ref: dd4492 A colourful note: the colour name cerise comes from the French word for cherry, cerise. According to the Oxford English Dictionary, the first recorded use […]
Rooftops Galore
– . Copyright Debbie Smyth, 3 April 2017
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