LYX arkitekter has designed "Dubai Pearl" proposal for a unique modern mosque in Dubai, UAE that is inspired by Pearl and shell. Project description by architect: Dubai Iconic Mosque "Dubai Pearl" design was basically inspired from the Pearl and shell which was the main source of life in the o...

British multiculturalists are feeding Islamic fundamentalism. Muslims do not need to become the majority in the UK; they just need gradually to Islamize the most important cities. The change is already taking place. British personalities keep opening the door to introducing Islamic sharia law. One of the leading British judges, Sir James Munby, said that Christianity no longer influences the courts and these must be multicultural, which means more Islamic. Rowan Williams, the former Archbishop of Canterbury, and Chief Justice Lord Phillips, also suggested that the English law should "incorporate" elements of sharia law. British universities are also advancing Islamic law. The academic guidelines, "External speakers in higher education institutions", provide that "orthodox religious groups" may separate men and women during events. At the Queen Mary University of London, women have had to use a separate entrance and were forced to sit in a room without being able to ask questions or raise their hands, just as in Riyadh or Tehran.

© 2006 Pedro M. Mielgo. Roma. Basílica de San Pedro. Baldaquino de Bernini. En el centro de la iglesia se encuentra el altar papal, coronado por el famoso baldaquino en bronce, de Bernini, realizado entre los años 1624 y 1632. Con sus 29 metros de altura, fue encargado por el papa Urbano VIII Barberini (1623-1644) para que llenara el “vacío” debajo de la cúpula y creara un movimiento ascendente. Para fundirlo se utilizaron los cuarterones de bronce que adornaban el cielo de la pronaos del Panteón, dando origen al famoso dicho “quod non fecerunt barbari fecerunt Barberini” (“lo que no hicieron los bárbaros, lo hicieron los Barberini”). El baldaquino está formado por cuatro colosales columnas salomónicas en espiral con estrías, ramas de olivo y laurel, rematadas por capiteles corintios; la cubierta, con volutas y estatuas angulares de extraordinaria elegancia, culmina en una esfera de bronce dorado. Las borlas con abejas (escudo heráldico de los Barberini para señalar su intensa actividad), simularían el efecto del viento sobre el Baldaquino, provocado por el movimiento veloz de su transporte. En su interior hay una paloma dorada, símbolo del Espíritu Santo (copiado de la web del Estado Vaticano)

Casablanca left me unimpressed and even quite wary - but the Hassan II Mosque is a must on any trip to Morocco.

The advancing of winter onto the last edge of fall is especially dramatic in the Mountaineer State’s rugged peaks, dramatic rivers and country lanes.

Plaster Ceiling Design is an ages old technique for beautifying our interiors, adding, warmth, character and charm says Laurel Bern a NY interior designer

Área: 5.900,00 m2 Endereço: Av. Duque de Caxias, Rua Major Facundo, Barão do Rio Branco e Clarindo de Queiroz. Antes se...

Iglesias más bonitas de España, San Miguel de Lillo, San Pedro de la Nave, Santa María del Naranco, San Juan de Boí o San Bartolomé en Logroño Iglesias y

© 2006 Pedro M. Mielgo. Pináculo de la Catedral de Milán y cúpula de las galerías Vittorio Emanuele II.

三年一度的瀨戶內國際藝術祭即將到來，可稱之為「建築藝術之島」的直島，因安藤忠雄所設計的地中美術館、李禹煥美術館與Benesse House美...

Image 9 of 21 from gallery of The Therme Vals / Peter Zumthor.

In Faithful Careers Peter M. Smudde contends that God calls us to live an "integrated life" that unifies both the spiritual and the secular aspects of life. As an introduction to integrating the Catholic faith with one's work, this book answers, in the Catholic context, basic questions of what work is, why work is important, who we are as workers, how may we have fruitful careers, where may we find help about faith-work integration, and when we should take next steps toward better integrating our work and the Catholic faith. Smudde demonstrates how the Catholic faith truly does apply to our labor, and that our lives depend on that labor, by putting forth particular matters of the faith that pertain to faithful careers. He then puts into real-world context, pertinent teachings, concepts, principles, practices, and other means the Catholic Church provides for us, so that those lessons can be practically applied on a daily basis. Sources such as the Bible and writings of the saints, popes, contemporary Catholic spiritual writers, apologists, and scholars are applied to strengthen the support made about the book's content. Catholic professionals at all stages of their careers will welcome this insightful book, which explores the call to put spirituality in the foreground--to obtain ever-deeper faith and, thereby, greater integration of faith in everyday life and career. | Author: Peter M. Smudde | Publisher: Routledge | Publication Date: July 05, 2021 | Number of Pages: 132 pages | Language: English | Binding: Hardcover | ISBN-10: 0367691515 | ISBN-13: 9780367691516

Prague has some of the most amazing churches I have seen. This is the interior of Saint Nicholas Church. The decoration is simply awesome. The shot: - 10mm, f20, exposures 0.8, 3.2, 13 seconds. - Camera mounted on Gorilla tripod. Pre-processing: - Imagenomics noise reduction before HDR processing. - Photomatix HDR tonempped using details enhancer Photoshop: - Imagenomics noise reduction again. - Unsharp mask radius 140. - High pass filter radius 4, blending mode Hard Light. - Soft Light layer. - Curves. - Slight green filter. - Slight saturation boost. - Nik tonal contrast.

E' ancora poco nota la presenza di una assai interessante zona archeologica sottostante la Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore a Roma, con resti di una domus romana, databile tra il I ed il V secolo d.C. Nell'ambito della zona archeologica, è possibile ammirare meravigliosi mosaici, bellissimi affreschi con un calendario menologico, un lararium, nonchè un esemplare del c.d. "Quadrato magico del Sator", un gioco enigmistico ante litteram dal significato ed interpretazione particolarissimi. Oltre a tale zona, è possibile in Basilica - nella zona normalmente chiusa al pubblico - visitare la meravigliosa Loggia delle Benedizioni, con mosaici del XIII secolo d.C. nonchè la Scala di Gian Lorenzo Bernini (sepolto in Basilica). Il sito sotterraneo è stato inaugurato negli anni '70, ma visitabile solo da poco più di due anni attraverso un servizio di guide interne, autorizzate dal Cardinale Santos Abril, Arciprete della Basilica. Gli stessi romani ignorano l'esistenza di questo sito archeologico ed è un peccato in considerazione della peculiarità degli ambienti sottostanti (calcolate che si tratta della zona sotterranea sottostante una delle quattro Basiliche Papali), quanto per la sua bellezza e particolarità. Info e prenotazioni a http://www.museoliberiano.net/ https://www.facebook.com/museoliberiano

ROMINA AMATO/GETTY IMAGES France’s Gary Hunt dives from a 25.5m balcony during the first competition day of the third stop of the Red Bull Cliff Diving World S

Ayasofía, iglesia de la Santa Sabiduría, mezquita, magnífica, fascinante, es “la maravilla entre las maravillas”. La Basílica de Santa Sofía, obra cumbre de la arquitectura bizantina, es uno de los símbolos inequívocos de la ciudad de Estambul. Un icono rodeado, a su vez, de multitud de grandes monumentos que nos hablan del pasado glorioso de esta ciudad milenaria.

Le pèlerinage de Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle est un pèlerinage chrétien, dont le but est le tombeau présumé de l'apôtre dans la crypte de la cathédrale la ville de Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle en Galice (Espagne). La légende du Chemin de Compostelle en bref En effet, depuis le IXe siècle, l'Eglise locale prétend posséder le corps…

Not unlike his architecture, Carlo Scarpa was known to be understated, gracious and extremely well read. His edited but impressive body of work is anchored by an underlying simplicity. Regarded for a meticulous attention to detail, his diligent approach ensured that every element, even the smallest detail, was harmonio

More photographs of Shere, can be viewed by visiting my photography website - Beautiful England Shere is a small picturesque village situated below the North Downs, six miles south-east of Guildford and approximately twenty miles from London. It is regarded by many as the prettiest village in Surrey and is certainly the most photographed. The village is much sought after as a residential location, being within commuting distance of London and accessible to the M25 motorway. It does mean, however, that at weekends Shere becomes congested with visitors enjoying the scenery and facilities offered by this attractive village. Set in the Tillingbourne Valley, Shere has everything a village should contain. There is a ford, ducks to feed, two pubs, shops, a teashop, blacksmith and an ancient church. It is no wonder that Shere has been chosen as a location for a number of film productions. 'Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason', starring Renee Zellweger and the 2006 film, 'The Holiday', starring Kate Winslet, Jude Law and Cameron Diaz, both feature Shere. Shere is mentioned in the Domesday Book in 1087, as 'Essira' and notes the church, which probably existed long before the Norman invasion. The cottages in Shere present a mixture of styles from the 15th to 20th centuries, but the central part of the village is still fundamentally 16th and 17th century, with many timber-framed houses. The names of the cottages in Lower Street, indicate the growth of population and increased prosperity during this period, produced by the woollen industry. Lower Street runs alongside the River Tillingbourne to the Ford. Here you can see The Old Forge, The Old Prison, Weavers House and Wheelright Cottage. Middle Street contains a working forge and village shops and leads to the bridge across the River Tillingbourne, where the wooden Old Fire Station, dated 1885, can be seen. This was the Shere and Albury Volunteer Fire Brigade Station. In 1977, it was converted to public toilets. The White Horse Inn, opposite Church Square, is an attractive black and white timbered building, which in 1450, was a house called, "Cripps". About 1600, a chimney with stone back-to-back fireplaces, was added. It became an inn in the late 17th century. From 1866 – 1945, it was managed by the Askew family and the inn became frequented by literary and artistic figures. The other pub, The William Bray, was once known as the Prince of Wales and formerly Cook's Beer House. It was built in the late 18th century, the frontage being an early 20th century addition. The Church of St. James has been a place of worship since 1190. The spire, built between 1213 and 1300, is an excellent example of a brooch spire. It was covered with cedar shingles, but in 2000, these had to be replaced and handmade oak shakes were used. There are several brass plaques in the chancel dating from 1412, excellent for those who seek to take brass rubbings. An intriguing aspect of St. James' Church, is The Anchoress of Shere. Christine Carpenter, in 1329 made a solemn promise to devote her life to God and live in a holy place. On 14th August 1329, the Bishop of Winchester gave permission for her to be enclosed in a cell which was built in the North wall of the chancel. Food and drink was given to her through a grating on the outside wall. On the inside of the church can be seen the Quatrefoil through which she received the bread and wine of communion. Through the squint window, she could see the altar. Not surprisingly, after three years, she decided to leave her cell, but for reasons unknown, it is recorded that on 10th November 1332, the Bishop of Winchester agreed to her request to be returned to the cell so "she may be enabled to achieve her salvation". William Carpenter, her father, it is believed, lived where the Willow and Ash Cottages now stand in Lower Street. These were built about 1475. The Lych Gate was designed in 1902 by the architect, Edwin Lutyens, who later became Sir Edwin Lutyens and designed the Cenotaph in Whitehall, London. He designed various buildings in Shere for the Bray family, who have been Lords of the Manor of Shere since 1487. These include The Manor House Lodge and Western Cottages in Upper Street and the building in Middle Street, now used as the Tea Room, "The Lucky Duck", which was formerly known as Asters Tea Shop. Next year, visitors to Shere will be able to view what is predicted to be one of the most exciting events of the 2012 Olympic Games. On 28th July 2012, the first day of the Games, the Olympic 2012 Mens’ Cycling Road Race will start from The Mall in Central London. The competitors will race for 240 kilometres through Surrey and return to The Mall in London. The route takes in Shere, Gomshall and 9 laps of Box Hill. The following day, the Womens’ Olympic Cycling Road Race follows the same, but a shorter route of 140 kilometres, again including Shere, Gomshall and Box Hill.