Sentences with phrase «with ancient monuments»

The classical era is still evident in the city, which is bursting with ancient monuments and works of art, the most famous of all being the Parthenon, considered a key landmark for early Western civilization.

It's not all beaches and selfies with ancient monuments!

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Nostalgia for the old, monuments of spiritual aspiration, the worldwide revival of ancient religious forms, the power of orgiastic political movements of destruction, and the protest impulse that has driven artistic expression for more that a century all testify to the profound ambivalence with which the success of instrumental rationality has been greeted.»

Ancient monuments and archaeological sites are perfectly preserved; the museums are bursting with the genius of Italy's finest sons: Raffaello, Michelangelo, Tiziano, Canova; contemporary architects are still inspired by ancient buildings and squares (piAncient monuments and archaeological sites are perfectly preserved; the museums are bursting with the genius of Italy's finest sons: Raffaello, Michelangelo, Tiziano, Canova; contemporary architects are still inspired by ancient buildings and squares (piancient buildings and squares (piazzas).

Many ancient monuments were constructed with solar phenomena in mind; for example, stone megaliths accurately mark the summer solstice (some of the most prominent megaliths are located in Nabta Playa, Egypt, and at Stonehenge in England); the pyramid of El Castillo at Chichén Itzá in Mexico is designed to cast shadows in the shape of serpents climbing the pyramid at the vernal and autumn equinoxes.

Still, this is a remarkable showcase for the skilled special effects artists who bring ancient Egypt to life on a grand scale, with tens of thousands of extras and massive monuments rendered as impeccably as the sets and costumes.

(Examples: because Athens» architecture is linked with Greek mythology, or because Athens is located in a beautiful place, or because famous ancient Greeks lived in Athens, or because most of the monuments are in ruins, etc.) This assignment will take at least one week to complete.

In chase of sensation, they put on the pages amateurish and very often unreliable articles that «disprove» established views, traditional dating or, for example, linking the ancient monuments with the activities of some mystical force or with the newcomers.

However, the Mastiff (or its ancestors) can be traced back to ancient times, with depictions on Egyptian monuments and mentions by Caesar when he invaded Britain.

Thousands of miles of plains, mountains and glaciers, stunning canyons and natural monuments shaped by the wind, ancient cave paintings and glyphs can still be seen — as can modern cities complete with entertainment centres and shopping malls, built from scratch in the middle of the steppe.

A footpath leads from Oxwich to St Illtyd's Church, reputedly haunted by a half - man, half - horse creature and further along, the coastline is dotted with castles and ancient monuments and many unspoilt bays.

This property, lush with bougainvillea, grape vines and jasmine is a 50 - minute drive from Athens airport and 5 km from the village of Kato Sounio, has taken its cue from this ancient monument and has the look and feel of ancient Grecian temples.

A few minutes walk from the most important ancient Roman monuments in a trendy location near Piazza Navona with many small restaurants and bars where night life never ends.

Stunning scenery, ancient monuments, and the chance to immerse yourself in the beautiful Greek Islands... this guided tour of Greece with a 4 - night Greek cruise is a dream vacation!

This journey begins with visit to a soon to be declared UNESCO World Heritage Site at Chettinad, explore the group of monuments at Mahabalipuram - an ancient town on the south eastern coast,

Ancient monuments vie with modern water sports to offer something for all the family in this versatile area.

Ancient monuments and colourful bazaars combine with contemporary buildings, parks and avenues, causing an exciting collision of history and modernity.

Stuttgart offers a different feel as a much more contemporary city with the imprints of hundreds of years of German history hidden away amongst the monuments and ancient buildings.

This package provides you the highlight of the unforgettable experience in one of UNESCO WORLD Heritage, with ancient temples and monuments.

LAMANAI RUINS AND NEW RIVER EXCURSION An exceptionally clear and unpolluted river leads you into NewRiver lagoon and the ancient Maya city of Lamanai with its stone temples and carved stone monuments nestled in the tropical forest.

That's why Cosmos has included a drive around the Dingle Peninsula, a dramatic drive passing seaside villages, ancient monuments, and views of the Blasket Islands; a drive on the 100 - mile Ring of Kerry, with its rugged and magnificent landscapes; the spectacular 668 - foot Cliffs of Moher, where rugged cliffs drop into the ocean; a scenic drive through Snowdonia National Park in Wales; England's tranquil Lake District, recently awarded UNESCO World Heritage status; and drives through rich dairy farmland.

Dotted around Guatemala, Northern Belize, Mexico and Honduras are remains of structures, buildings and monuments built by the Mayan people; an ancient civilization with a very rich history.

Many of the art and artifacts on display come from early expeditions: Sumerian cuneiform clay tablets (with some of the world's oldest writing), architectural elements from the 3,200 - year - old palace of the Pharaoh Merenptah, towering ancient Maya stone monuments, evocative masks from West Africa, Buddhist sculptures from China and Native American regalia.

This colourful country has a rich tapestry of monuments and landmarks, with the most prominent being ancient Maya temples and Teotihuacan pyramids, some of which have been named World Heritage Sites by UNESCO and can easily be reached from Cancun.

The list of activities gets even more unique and more intriguing with visits to archaeological zones as well as being able to tour a variety of monuments that are associated with the ancient Mayan civilization.

Eilat, Israel offers a multitude of historical buildings and majestic monuments, many with religious significance, such as the Masada, a rugged ancient fortress overlooking the Dead Sea.

There is an abundance of alpine and Arctic flora here, along with many prehistoric burial chambers, tombs, and dolmens (ancient stone monuments).

Central America is becoming a very interesting spot for tourists with its untouched tropical nature, beautiful beaches on the shores of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, coral reefs and numerous monuments of the ancient Mayan civilization.

There are aqua parks for the kids, and historical monuments in Menorca's ancient capital of Ciutadella, with its picturesque port, noble palaces and Catalan Gothic Cathedral.

After all, Luxor is a prime destination for ancient Egyptian monuments, temples, and tombs, with things to see and do for days and often referred to as the world's largest open - air museum.

We will begin with the ancient Hippodrome, which was the scene of chariot raoes, with the three monuments: the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine.

It is replete with historic monuments and enticing museums, from the remains of an ancient Minoan settlement to a charming Ottoman - era lighthouse.

History fans will enjoy the battle sites of the century - long «border warsâ $; a trip to Graaff - Reinet, South Africa's fourth oldest town with more national monuments than any other city in South Africa; and an expedition to Barkley East to see exceptional examples of ancient San rock art.

Expect a real taste of Spanish tradition and culture, with beautiful buildings, churches, ancient monuments and the must - see medieval castle of St Joan that overlooks this picturesque town.

Centrally located in Oviedo, the NH Principado hotel is within walking distance from the Gothic Cathedral, the Campoamor Theatre, as well as many other interesting cultural sights.Boasting a convenient location, just in front of the Historic Building of the University of Oviedo, this 3 star hotel is the perfect starting point to discover this ancient city and its important monuments, UNESCO World Heritage.On site amenities include airport shuttle service, car rental service, Wireless Internet access throughout the building, meeting rooms equipped with congress and banqueting facilities, medical service, restaurant and coffee bar.

With a focus on sacred ancient stone monuments, Buddhism and Hinduism, he is the recipient of the 2007 Lucie Awards» Visionary Photographer award.

In Rome, Hart visited funerary monuments with Katherine Huemoeller, a researcher from Princeton University whose recent investigations has led Huemoeller to focus on gaining an understanding of family relationships and structures in ancient Rome.

Often working on a monumental scale, with light and temporary materials, some of her sculptures seem to represent an ordinary object (a raspberry, a pile of newspapers), whereas some represent «sculpture» itself (public monuments, an ancient goddess, Neolithic stones), and some represent the act of making (a swoop of the hand, a crush of the fist).

Alison Saar's life - size dark - bronze sculpture with a glass - covered belly that lights up from the glow of fireflies at nighttime distantly resembles ancient monuments of fertility goddesses.

Here, ancient columns are conflated with advertising gimmicks; pre-Hispanic ruins with teenage recreational spaces; and ancient sculptures with contemporary monuments.

Some compare them to architecture, or to ancient monuments, while others read them as phalluses and wombs, which, along with the pictures» somber palette, might suggest the cycle of life and death.

The episodes are: Children's Episode, the Biennial's first comprehensive commissioning programme for artists to work collaboratively with children; Ancient Greece, the inspiration behind many of Liverpool's grandest buildings; Chinatown, acknowledging Liverpool's heritage as Europe's oldest Chinese community in Europe; Flashback, artists» new interpretation of history; in Software, Biennial artists will open up new perspectives and interactions with technology; and Monuments From the Future, where artists have been invited to imagine what Liverpool might look like in the future.

These trips became the pivotal moment of his education; he visited Chartres, the Parthenon, and many other ancient monuments, becoming increasingly fascinated with architecture.

In his solo exhibition at Singapore's STPI — Creative Workshop & Gallery, titled «Monuments and Memorials,» multidisciplinary artist Dinh Q. Lê pursued the cultural and political trajectories of Cambodia through distinct moments in its history, interweaving lovely imagery of stone friezes from the ancient Angkor Wat temple complex with stark photographs of victims taken at S - 21, a notorious prison run by the Khmer Rouge during its genocidal regime.

Some came to explore revolutionary socio - political ideas as evident in the works of Diego Rivera, José Clemente Orozco, Tina Modotti and others, some in kinship with the Mexican muralist movement and its new realism, some were simply drawn to the country's ancient history and spirituality or the desire to document sacred monuments in their natural setting.

Ancient artifacts such as the Rosetta Stone and the Code of Hammurabi demonstrate the long - standing role of texts in commanding political and moral authority, a tradition that continued, for instance, with the use of inscriptions on Roman monuments.

With so many scenic streets in cities across the globe, some cutting straight through modern metropolises bordered by towering skyscrapers, others following ancient winding paths in the shadow of great monuments, determining which of all is prettiest might seem an impossible task.

About 1980, some forward thinking people erected a granite monument near here with some advice for survivors or whoever cares to read these words of advice: (In 8 modern languages and 4 ancient ones: