Hello my friends, just wanted to let you know that I’m going to take a break for a week or two, but I’ll be back as soon as I can.
Big hugs
G
Wordless Wednesday
The prettiest boat
for Jo!
Even Dido fell for this boat, it’s for sale as well.
It would fit in perfectly in the Algarve or north east England wouldn’t it?
Close to home 3
A tranquil May evening near the canal basin
For my occasional within a mile or so from home series.
Rajasthani Heritage
Amer or Amber Fort just north of Jaipur in India, is a splendid fortress on Cheel Ka Teela, the hill of eagles.
The approach to Amer
The fortress
Floating on the lake
The fort was built by ‘Raja Shri Maan Singh JI Saheb’ (Maan Singh 1), from 1550 to 1614, from red and white sandstone. The palace can be approached by taking an elephant ride up the ramparts, but this wasn’t for me, because I love elephants.
Amer has a mix of Rajput and Mughal influences and there is much to see.
It’s best known for the Sheesh Mahal, Hall of mirrors, a sight I’ve never forgot.
Hall of mirrors
Ceiling in the hall of mirrors
Sheesh Mahl detail
One of the stunning views from the palace’
Amer is hugely popular for tourists, and a World Heritage Site, said to be the most beautiful palace in India. Don’t miss it if you go to Rajasthan!
On Stage Pride
Last weeks Exeter Pride wasn’t just about the procession, although that was great. It was followed by live entertainment on stage at Northernhay park, beside the city wall. Luckily it was a warm, blue sky day, perfect for lazing on the grass, chilling or catching up with friends. I was Gilly-no-mates at first, but did find some friends who felt sorry for me!
Then this years Chairman officially opened the event.
Ben checks out Chris
The MP and the Mayor
Applause for MC Chris
Some entertainment began
There has to be a choir
Flamboyance
Joss Stone’s drummer
Joss Stone’s guitarist
I wasn’t able to stay for Joss Stone’s performance, so it was brilliant to catch her sounds checks.
And I’m rather pleased with this photo, even if it won’t zoom in very well, click for a bigger view of the others.
The lovely lady herself, home grown in Devon.
Six Word Saturday
Traces of the past, Exeter’s City Wall
Parts of Exeter’s city wall is nearly 2000 years old, built in Roman times and nearly 70 % of it still exists. Through the centuries it has been repaired and added to many times. This section of the wall is close to where the Southgate would have been.There is archaeological evidence that the gate would have had two towers, being the area of the city most vulnerable to attack, because of its proximity to the river.
of the city
The building inside the wall is the White Ensign Club, for serving and ex-service men and women. Formerly the Holy Trinity Church and built in 1820, on the site of a much earlier church, and the King’s Prison.
The City Wall trail is around a mile, a nice way to see some historic elements of the city.
Join Paula’s Traces of the past, she’s in Venice this week!
Wordless Wednesday
Exeter Pride 2017
The ninth Exeter Pride took place on Saturday, so I went downtown to check it out. Here are some of my hundreds of photos.
The Firemen were there!
Colour everywhere
You never know when you’ll need a super hero
Brilliant
Any excuse to dress up
The Mayor showed her support for the LGBT community
A rainbow fire service
Let’s skate a rainbow
Exeter Morris Men
Rainbow Karen
Street Heat Sarah
I followed the procession through the High Street for half a mile, then up into Northernhay Park, where the celebrations continued for the rest of the day.
Street Heat
Street Heat’s Dancer
A smiley samba lady
Next year I’ll make sure I have time to stay for the stage entertainment. I was able to see Jos Stone doing sound checks, but not perform and I know there was a lot more to see. A great day out and it’s free!
