Tag: architecture
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The Devatas and Apsaras of Angkor Wat in Black & White
The 1,796 female figures rendered in sandstone on Angkor Wat’s pillars and walls have weathered war and a harsh tropical environment for more than 800 years. During my first visit to Angkor Wat in 2009, I was struck by the beauty and individuality of these devatas, which decorate the largest religious building in the world. When…
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Photo Du Jour: Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace at Sunset
Tuktuks pass by the exterior of Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace compound, just before sunset. The opulent structure was built in the 1860s.
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The Petronas Towers in Black and White
With the aid of their spires, the Petronas Towers rise 451.9 meters (1,483 feet) into the heavens over Malaysia’s capital city, Kuala Lumpur (KL). For six years, they held the title of being the tallest buildings in the world, until they were surpassed by Taipei 101. Today, they are still the world’s tallest twin towers. They have…
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An Ascent at Notre Dame
This autumn, I found my new favorite spot at the Notre Dame Cathedral — the observation deck. During past visits to Paris, I’ve visited this Gothic masterpiece in varying seasons. Once, I rang in the new year on the edge of the Seine while the magnificent cathedral towered over revelers with her graceful silhouette. On…
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Photo du Jour: Cat Nap in Prague, Czech Republic
Sitting on an ornamental window ledge in Prague, an orange cat awakens from a nap.
