Architecture
Empty Chairs 2: Almudaina Palace.
Empty Chairs in the Royal Palace. The Royal Palace of La Almudaina in Palma. Originally built as an Arab fortress, the palace became the official residence of the Mallorcan Royal Family at the beginning of the 14th Century under the reign of King Jaume II. Nowadays, during the annual summer Read more…
Architecture
RUFFORD OLD HALL: Built of Wood in the 16th Century
Rufford: The Great Hall Rufford Old Hall is a National Trust Property in Rufford, Lancashire. Built in 1530 for Sir Robert Hesketh, only the Great Hall (pictured here) survives from the original structure. Like many places in this part of Lancashire, Rufford Hall has its fair share of ghosts. Read more…
Architecture
LISBON: Red Doors in Castelo São Jorge.
Red Doors in St George’s Castle. Castelo de São Jorge (Saint George’s Castle) is a Moorish castle occupying a commanding hilltop overlooking the historic centre of the Portuguese city of Lisbon and Tagus River. The strongly fortified citadel dates from medieval period of Portuguese history. –wiki. What Wikipedia doesn’t tell Read more…
Architecture
A Stroll around Mdina in Monochrome
Which way around Mdina? Let’s take the monochrome route! This week I’m opting for Black & White images for Cee’s Which Way Photo Challenge. I’m also still working on images from 16th century Mdina, Malta’s Silent City. The narrow streets and bright, albeit intermittent, midday sunshine were a challenging combination Read more…