Here’s my entry for Ailsa’s Travel Theme. I have many ‘Golden’ photos, but here are just three. After the storm one afternoon in New England, came the golden light of the late afternoon sun. The rainbows were just an added bonus.
Here’s the entrance to the magnificent ‘Temple of Isis’, which now stands on the island of Egilica. It was originally constructed in Philae, but was moved in the 1970’s after it had become submerged during the construction of the Aswan High Dam. Even with modern technology and machines, it took nine years for this massive project to be completed. Can you imagine the original building of this, without the machinery we have today?
This golden equestrian statue of General William Tecumseh Sherman, sitting astride his horse, with ‘Victory’ in front, her one hand holding a palm frond, and the other pointing the way forward, stands in the Manhattan’s Grand Army Plaza.
I hope you’ve enjoyed my photos for Ailsa’s ‘Golden’ theme. To see more entries, click here,
Only 1.5 days to Christmas!
A wonderful image Sylvia!
Thanks so much, Adrian. It did come out rather well. 🙂 Merry Christmas!
Incredible images, Sylvia 🙂
The first one is a real class act…
Wish you and your loved ones, Merry Christmas 🙂
Thanks so much for your lovely comment, Sreejith. 🙂
One more vote for that first scene bathed in golden light! A brilliant shot Sylvia. Merry Christmas! 🙂
Thanks so much, Madhu. 🙂
Beautiful pictures. Merry Christmas.
Thanks so much. You too. 🙂
The first one for me too! 🙂 🙂 Aaaargh- I shouldn’t be here! It’s nearly Christmas 🙂 Have a merry one!
Thanks, Jo. Me neither. 😀 xx
How often does one see a double rainbow? I saw one in Slovakia this July 🙂 Have a happy Christmas Eve, Sylvia! “Glow” is a very appropriate theme I think and you did an excellent job 🙂
Thanks so much, Paula. I’ve seen quite a few double rainbows in my life. 🙂
Lovely shots, as always!
Thanks, Marco. 🙂
The light in that first shot is simply magical. Yet another one of your great images.
Thanks, Gunta. 🙂
I love your photos
Ditto! 🙂
Beautiful, as always. Visiting Egypt was a highlight of my travels. “Memorable” doesn’t begin to describe the experience.
Thanks, John. yes, Egypt was definitely a ‘Bucket List’ experience. 🙂
It’s amazing how they constructed all they constructed without our modern tools and technology. Good shots for the theme.
Thanks, Nancy. I so agree with you. Absolutely mind boggling. 🙂
Wow! Gorgeous photo!
Thanks, Shelley. I presume you mean the first one. 🙂
Incredible visuals. Being there must be a powerful experience.
Thank you. So glad you enjoyed these. 🙂
Great pictures – the rainbow is wonderful!
Thanks so much, Meg. 🙂
A set of great golden images! My favorite is the first one. So much drama!!
Thanks, Tiny. The first one seems to be quite a hit. 🙂
I love that rainbow, Sylvia. All of these shots are nice though, but rainbows are so promising. 🙂
Thanks, Marcy. Glad you liked my golden shots. 🙂
I agree with Gilly. That first one is truly golden! 🙂
Thanks so much, Marina. 🙂
Wonderful photos. The first one is so beautiful!
Thank you. 🙂
My best wishes for a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! With love Maxima
🙂 Best wishes to you too.
The rainbow is absolutely gorgeous…Have a very merry Christmas and wonderful new year.
Thanks so much, Charlie. 🙂
Gorgeous photography and Merry Christmas to you and the one you love
Thanks so much, MaryLou. 🙂
I love the sky one and rainbow… two sleeps…..
Thanks so much, Gerry. 🙂
These are beautiful. I love the first photo the most – it is stunning.
Thanks, Colline. 🙂
The golden glow seems to be the winner Sylvia – it is a beauty!
Thanks, Jude. 🙂
A gold medal for your golden photos. Gorgeous!
Thanks, Carol. 🙂
I particularly like the light in the first image!
Thanks, Gilly. Couldn’t really go wrong with this one. 🙂
They’re all nice but that first one just ROCKS! 😀
Thanks so much, Norm. 🙂
The rainbow photo is stunning Sylvia. Happy holidays!
Thanks so much, Sue. Hope you’re in holiday mode already. 🙂
Wonderful double rainbow shot!
Thanks so much, CG. 🙂
The first image literally took my breath away. Wonderful post!!!! Love, Amy
Thanks, Amy. *hugs* 🙂
beautiful
Thank you. 🙂
I like the first picture too. In the background there is something like an obelisk. Do you know what it is?
I once watched a program about building pyramids etc. People were trying to reconstruct just how the ancients built all these huge magnificent pieces. They couldn’t really come up with an exact plan. The secret of the ages.
It’s the Bennington Battle Monument in Vermont. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bennington_Battle_Monument
I think the ancients must have had help from aliens. 😀
Thank you. I wasn’t aware of this monument. Probably would have missed it, but I like clicking on pictures and seeing them up close.
Yes, aliens seems to be a popular answer to a lot of questions these days. 🙂
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Nice to see you’re smiling. 🙂
The drama in the first photo is terrific.
Thanks, Lulu. 🙂
Lovely choices all, but the first is really something special. The rainbow is a lovely addition but the golden glow – THAT is the real treasure!! Happy Holidays😄
Thanks so much, Tina. Happy holidays to you too. 🙂