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Sketch of the Stones of Stenness from 1818 (estimated).
"The title along the bottom of the sheet reveals that William Daniell drew this sketch of the standing stones at Stenness, probably in 1818. The stones have been set in the context of their mountainous surroundings, and a figure gives perspective. "…
Prehistoric Sites and Decorated Caves of the Vézère Valley
Prehistoric cave painting from the Lascaux cave within the Prehistoric Sites and Decorated Caves of the Vézère Valley
St. Kildans sitting on the village street, 1886.
There is no information on the exact location of this image, but wikipedia states that it depicts St. Kildans sitting on the village street and that the image was taken in 1886.
Northern Constabulary Pipe Band Fundraising Ceilidh at North Kessock near Inverness Scotland
Image shows people in the middle of a ceilidh dance at the Northern Constabulary Community Pipe Band's Fundraising Ceilidh in North Kessock. Several people are wearing traditional Scottish attire such as Kilts.
Ceilidhs are an informal form of…
Entrance to the Cave of Altamira
The entrance to the Cave of Altamira in Northern Spain.
Part of the Ring of Brodgar
"Ring of Brodgar, formerly known as the Ring of Brogar, a neolithic stone circle and henge monument, with the Loch of Harray in the background." - Stevekeiretsu
Part of the Ring of Brodgar
An image showing part of the Ring of Brodgar, taken in 2011.
A sketch of standing stones in Orkney, thought to be a sketch of the Ring of Brogdar
"This drawing was by a J. Mc [?], the rest of the name now being lost. It may date from 1807. This picture, although labelled Stenness, may actually be a representation of the Ring of Brodgar, further along the same track" - National Library of…
3D Model of the Ring of Brodgar
"Ring of Brodgar, Orkney. Slightly unfinished model made from over 500 pole-camera photos." - eddiemartin
An unfinished model of the Ring of Brodgar, which appears to show what the monument looked like in 2015 as it does not show the missing…
3D Model of Victorian Graffiti at the Ring of Brodgar
"This is a high resolution model of one face of a standing stone that forms part of the Ring of Brodgar Stone Circle, Orkney. This stone has been incised with numerous names, initials and dates. A few place names also feature - Evie appears at least…
Early 19th-century sketch of the Odin Stone
"An early 19th-century sketch of the Odin Stone by Elizabeth, Marchioness of Stafford. Given the exaggerated landscape surrounding the stone, it is unlikely that this is a particularly accurate reproduction." - Sigurd Towrie…
Weifang Masked Kites
Kites featuring images of traditional Xi'an opera masks flying near to the Drum Tower, Xi'an, China. Summer 2009.
Former police station on Joffre Street.
法租界霞飞路巡捕房 淮海中路235号。
Former French concession. No. 235 Huaihai Middle Road, Xiafei Road, French Concession.
Weifang Kite Museum
Photograph of the entrance hall of the Kite Museum in Weifang, Shandong, China.
Venetian Glass Beads
Venetian production dates back to the fourteenth century. It is a representation of mastery of a material, glass, and element the fire. It endures specific knowledge and shared skills, indicates the use of specific traditional tools and procedures.…
Calypso Music Genre
Calypso music is a genre in which communicates and revolves around social commentary. Calypso was developed by West African slaves who were brought to the Caribbean in the eighteenth century. Original tradition would have a local bard telling stories…
The Calanais Standing Stones in Winter 2016
Snow can be seen on the ground surrounding the Calanais Standing Stones.
The Calanais Standing Stones During Sunset
The image shows the central stone circle of the Calanais Standing Stones as the sun is setting.
The Calanais Standing Stones During Sunset
The image shows the central stone circle of the Calanais Standing Stones as the sun is setting.
Aerial view of the Calanais Standing Stones
An aerial view of the Calanais Standing Stones taken in 2008, showing the stone circle and the rows and avenues of standing stones around it.
Calanais Standing Stones
The image taken in 2014 shows the central stone circle within the Calanais Standing Stones as the sun appears to to set.
3d model of the Calanais Standing Stones
A 3D model illustrating the central stone circle of the Calanais Standing Stones, along with the chambered cairn and rows and avenues of standing stones. Is it thought that the stone circle and its central stone circle was erected first around…
Audio description of the Standing Stones of Stenness
This audio details the history behind the Standing Stones of Stenness, including the legends and stories told about the stones. It is an alternative to the textual description presented.
Audio description of the Odin Stone
An audio description covering the history of the Odin Stone, including the legends and stories behind it. An alternative to the textual description.
Audio description of the Ring of Brodgar
An audio description of the Ring of Brodgar, detailing its history and associated legends and stories. An alternative to the textural description provided.
Audio description of the Calanais Standing Stones
An audio description of the Calanish standing stones which can be used as an alternative to the textural description. Details the history, myths and legends behind the stones.
Beijing Summer Palace
Buddha incense Pavilion on Longevity Mountain, Kunming Lake in the foreground.
The Summer Palace image2
Pai Yun Dian, Hall for Dispelling the Clouds
The Summer Palace Image of Bejing
Buddha incense Pavilion on Longevity Mountain, Kunming Lake in the foreground.
The Summer Palace document of Beijing
"In December 1998, UNESCO included the Summer Palace on its World Heritage List. It declared the Summer Palace 'a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design. The natural landscape of hills and open water is combined with artificial features such…
Calypso Music Genre - Media
Calypso music is a genre in which communicates and revolves around social commentary. Calypso was developed by West African slaves who were brought to the Caribbean in the eighteenth century. Original tradition would have a local bard telling stories…
The summer palace - Pai Yun Dian
The building complex of the Paiyun dian was built in the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty and used to repay great gratitude. The entire scenic area covers an area of about 8,000 square meters. Centered on the Cloud Paiyun Temple, it consists of…
Calon Lan Song of Wales
Calon Lan is a Welsh song which was written as a hymn in the 1890s. Both lyric writer and composer, Daniel James and John Hughes respectively, were born into poverty and worked industrial jobs from their teenage years (Felin Fach 2020). The song was…
Steel Pan
Following emancipation in 1834, former slaves were allowed to participate in the Trinidad Carnival, however African-descended percussive performance was heavily targeted by restrictive government bills which banned many common percussive instruments…
Calypso Music Genre
Calypso music is a genre in which communicates and revolves around social commentary. Calypso was developed by West African slaves who were brought to the Caribbean in the eighteenth century. Original tradition would have a local bard telling stories…
Gorham's Cave 360 Virtual Tour
A 360 tour taken from Gorham's Cave's Viewing Platform. The platform was created to allow visitors to view the entrances of Gorham's Cave Complex from the mainland, and to provide information on the heritage site. Gorham's Cave Complex is a UNESCO…
The Red Cloud Golden Peak of the mount fanjinshan
The scenery of Moutain Fanjing
Amphitheatre of El Jem
The Amphitheatre of El Jem was built in 238 AD and is located in the town of El Djem in Tunisia. At the time it was built, El Djem was known as Thysdrus, which was a Roman province. It was built for spectator events, and is one of the biggest…
El Jem Amphitheatre
Interior of the Amphitheatre of El Jem
Virupaksha Temple, Hampi
The Virupaksha or the Pampapathi temple is the main center of pilgrimage at Hampi.
The Remaining Standing Stones of Stenness
Image taken in 2014 of the Standing Stones of Stenness, showing three out of four of the remaining stones.
Numerous gannets flying around Stac an Armin
Stac an Armin is a sea stack within St Kilda. At 196m tall, it is the highest sea stack in Scotland and the British Isles. This image shows many gannets flying around Stac an Armin.
Stac an Armin
"Stac an Armin The northern end and steep western side of Stac an Armin with Boreray in the background." - Richard Webb
Stac an Armin is a sea stack within St Kilda. At 196m tall, it is the highest sea stack in Scotland and the British Isles.
Mogao Caves IS5110 2022
Carved into the cliffs above the Dachuan River, the Mogao Caves comprise the largest, most richly endowed, and longest used treasure house of Buddhist art in the world. It was first constructed in 366AD and represents the great achievement of…
