Tag: arches
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Rings of Stone, Sky of Memory~
In the summers of my childhood in Lebanon, we would sleep on the rooftop under the open sky. It was a gift of the season, when the weather turned warm and steady, and rain was no longer expected. I remember the thrill of carrying our bedding up the stairs, the way the night air felt…
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The Mystery of Archways: Space, Energy, and the Unknown
The archways of Oman, with their graceful curves and towering heights, inspire a profound sense of awe. These grand doorways, steeped in history, seem to transcend mere utility. Why were they designed to be so vast, with space that invites both grandeur and reflection? Perhaps the architects of ancient times considered more than just physical…
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Day 25~ February 25~ Lebanon
Two arched openings in a stone wall with a colonette in the middle and a decorative motif on top, this is a Mandaloon. You see them in most traditional homes in Lebanon and the reason I am telling you about them is the story behind the name ‘Mandaloon’. Picture a young woman, 100 or so…