Thursday, October 1, 2009

Luxembourg 2009


Grand Duchesse Charlotte Bridge, popularly known as the Red Bridge

A breathtaking lake of foliage floods the massive gorge that cuts through this city. Luxembourg has a floral biodiversity unlike any I have ever seen, and one which is a pleasure to explore. Learning the history of this great city, known as the "Gibraltar of the North" for its strategic position and defensibility, was also a treat for the mind. Strolling through quaint old lanes, sampling the culture and cuisine, trudging through densely forested mountains and hills, and marvelling at charming edifices, I found Luxembourg a great place to wind down and stimulate the senses.

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  1. Oh I know this artist, it is Niki de Saint Phalle! She made several exhibits in my town and most of her sculptures where shown in the street. The town bought a huge coloredful one, and it is now located in one of the parks in town. I love it !

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niki_de_Saint_Phalle

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  2. NOtsure I would have guessed without the title...

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  3. Yes, there's definitely more than one of these - I believe I saw some near the Pompidou in Paris as well.

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  4. Uh-huh, this was actually a model car in front of a scrolling background, captured live by a camera feeding a projector. It was low enough that you could stick your hand in front of it.

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  5. Uh-huh, this was actually a model car in front of a scrolling background, captured live by a camera feeding a projector. It was low enough that you could stick your hand in front of it.

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