#cultural treasures

[sheltiechicago]

Heavyweights: Menorca’s pioneers carved out a life using the blocks of limestone that were abundant during the Ice Age on the Spanish island. Those towers, one of 1,000 talayots constructed, are now a candidate for UNESCO’s World Heritage List, a recognition of cultural treasures. The hypostyle hall above (a roof supported by columns) at the Torre d’en Galmés site was attached to a circular home and probably used to store food or keep livestock.

PHOTOGRAPH BY MARCO ANSALONI

[kaustubh-wankhede]

Embark on a tropical dilemma as we compare two paradises—Lakshadweep Vs Maldives. In 2024, which pristine archipelago will capture your heart? Discover the unique allure of each destination, from coral reefs to cultural treasures. Dive into azure waters, indulge in luxury, and choose your dream getaway. Explore the enchanting landscapes, vibrant marine life, and tranquil vibes that make these islands extraordinary. Let our guide help you decide on the perfect haven for your 2024 escape.

[hsmagazine254]

Amsterdam: A Thrilling Journey of Canals, Culture, and Culinary Delights

Unveiling the Charms of the Dutch Capital Amsterdam, the enchanting capital of the Netherlands, beckons travellers with its vibrant blend of history, culture, and modernity. This bustling city, known for its iconic canals and artistic heritage, offers a treasure trove of attractions, shopping delights, culinary adventures, and unique experiences that will leave you mesmerized. Explore Amsterdam’s…

[artcentron]

Ballet Hispánico Triumphantly Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month in Style

Ballet Hispánico elevates Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations with an electrifying lineup of performances and events across the United States.

School of Dance Students at A La Calle Block Party performed under the guidance of Ballet Hispánico in 2019. Photo: Billy Pennant BY KAZEEM ADELEKE, ARTCENTRON Ballet Hispánico elevates Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations with an electrifying lineup of performances and events across the United States. NEW YORK, NY – In the realm of performing arts, few organizations capture the essence of…

[orofeaiel]

Collection tin from Green Mountain Wildcat trail: false morel, hemlock cone, madrone skin miner leaf, flower thing, map fungus leaf | squirrel skull, pacific sideband snail shell, red belt conk, feather, cool rock.

[somfte]

Me on International Talk Like A Pirate Day, September 19th, 2006: "Yarrr, ahoy matey!"

Me on International Talk Like A Pirate Day, September 19th, 2022: "When a king brands us pirates, he doesn't mean to make us adversaries. He doesn't mean to make us criminals. He means to make us monsters."

[blueiskewl]

Disputed Ukrainian Treasures Returned to Kyiv After Dutch Court Ruling

A haul of Ukrainian treasures sent to Europe for an exhibition nearly 10 years ago have been returned to Kyiv from the Netherlands after a lengthy legal battle.

The collection of ancient artifacts was dispatched to the Netherlands from four museums in Crimea before Russia’s annexation of the region in 2014. But the annexation meant their return has not been straightforward.

“After almost 10 years of litigation, artifacts from four Crimean museums that were presented at the exhibition ‘Crimea: Gold and Secrets of the Black Sea’ in Amsterdam have returned to Ukraine,” the National Museum of History of Ukraine said in a statement.

The collection comprised 565 items, including antique sculptures, Scythian and Sarmatian jewelry, and Chinese lacquer boxes that are 2,000 years old, the museum said.

Rostyslav Karandieiev, Ukraine’s acting minister of culture and information policy, described the treasures’ homecoming as “our great historical victory.”

“It is very important for us to save and protect our history, traditions, and heritage. This is what we are fighting for at the battlefield. We are fighting for our identity and freedom,” he said.

“The exhibition in the Netherlands was showing the history of Ukrainian Crimea, therefore it is exclusively the people of Ukraine who should possess these treasures,” he added.

In a statement published on its website, the Allard Pierson museum in Amsterdam confirmed that the collection had been kept in storage while the legal dispute raged on over whether items should be returned to Ukraine or the four museums in Russian-controlled Crimea, with both sides claiming ownership rights over the historic pieces.

Ultimately, the Supreme Court of the Netherlands ruled on June 9 of this year that the collection should be returned to Kyiv.

In its statement, the Allard Pierson museum went on to say that the items were “independently checked and carefully packed in accordance with museum rules” last month and arrived back in Kyiv on Sunday.

Els van der Plas, director of the museum, said in the statement: “This was a special case, in which cultural heritage became a victim of geopolitical developments. After it became clear in 2014 that the judge would consider the case, we focused on safely storing the artefacts until the time came to return them to their rightful owner. We are pleased that clarity has emerged and that they have now been returned.”

Welcoming the development, Ukraine’s Ministry of Culture and Information Policy said in a statement: “Until the de-occupation of Crimea, the ‘Scythian Gold’ will be temporarily stored on the territory of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra.”

By Maria Kostenko, Victoria Butenko and Lianne Kolirin.

[autism-calzone]

🗿🗿the pillar bros! 🗿🗿

[werebutch]

Kamchatka brown bear skull

[thesilicontribesman]

Traprain Law Late Roman Hacksilver, The National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

[stuckinapril]

Baghdad moodboard 🇮🇶🤍

[genericpuff]

Do you have any recommendations for comics on tapas? I'm rather new to the app so I wondered if you had any. Sorry if someone already asked!

Oh, so many! Tapas was one of my OG homes waaay back in the day, when I was still getting into drawing comics (back then it was gag-a-days). I spent a lot of time reading comics on there and it was one of my first introductions to comic platforms in general (next to SmackJeeves, RIP).

Rock and Riot - 1950's LGBTQ+ gangster teenagers getting into shenanigans and turf wars. Very cute and fun and adorable <3

Monster Pop! - Monster girls who are besties! This one has some real gorgeous art especially if you like the original vibes of S1 LO, lots of bright beautiful colors and lineless shapes. The creator of this comic, mayakern, now develops comfortable and eco-friendly skirts with her wife and pals for plus-sized folks! (they have pockets!)

A BETTER PLACE - Young girl Hannah and her little brother Theo find something cool in the woods. Children becoming gods. This was one of those comics that had some REALLY cool "you had to be there" time travel elements that aren't quite as immersive in hindsight (I was one of those people who were there and DAMN it was awesome), but it's still absolutely worth the read and it operates as a sort of prequel to another one of Harry Bogosian's comics on the platform.

Fail by Error - This comic is long since done with, its creator having moved on to bigger things, but at one point in time, this was the titan series on Tapas, before the platform became predominantly BL's and isekais. Fail by Error was truly one of the best of the best of Tapas-hosted comics from its golden era of comedy comics. Also the creator made art for me once and I still have it! <3

(my babieees <3)

RandoWis - funny gag strip is funny ! He also draws an MMO-themed comic that - coincidentally - when I double checked, looks like it stopped updating in 2021 until two days ago. So yeah, good time to check that one out too!

Undying Happiness - Naomi takes a chance on love and decides to meet up with a guy she met online. He turns out to not look like the guy in the photos in the most hilariously absurd way.

Deep Fried Pudge - Okay, this is a really weird inclusion because like... this comic isn't good. This comic is painfully bad. Like, "roll your eyes into the back of your skull at your dad's stupid jokes" bad. This comic has not stopped updating daily since 2012. It literally just had its 11 year anniversary. Every update is just a single panel either making some pun or just stating very innocent, inoffensive opinions. There are four thousand of these things. And every single one is done with the same art style and joke structure as before, the comics from today look and feel like a 7 year old made them the exact same way they did 10 years ago, as if trapped in a hellish time capsule of its own design, and I love it, I freaking love it. Its existence quite literally defies human nature. Reading it and attempting to comprehend why it exists is like staring into the eyes of some Eldritch god that chose peace over chaos. Pudge will outlive all of us. Pudge will outlive the universe. All hail Pudge.

[kaustubh-wankhede]

Embark on a shopping adventure in the dazzling city of Dubai, where luxury meets tradition. Our curated list unveils 16 irresistible items to bring home, from opulent gold jewellery in the bustling souks to cutting-edge electronics in high-end malls. Dive into the vibrant tapestry of Dubai's shopping scene, blending culture and modernity. Whether you are a seasoned shopper or a first-time visitor, this guide ensures you make the most of your Dubai shopping spree.

[charles-breaks-beakers]

crowcore is seeing an ear ring on the ground and knowing i am destined to add it to my collection. i must grab. i must snatch from the ground what emits the faintest glint in the corner of my eye and delve into the dirt and cigarette buds to claim what is rightfully mine.

[lostcryptids]

"um actually alien 3 is dogshit and ruined the franchise" xenomorph dog

[orofeaiel]

Collection tin from today's hike to Green Mountain: raccoon hair, speckled rock, map fungus leaf, deer toe bones, rib bone from raccoon or possum, cool rock.