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The Wider Image: From Raj to architectural riches
Jehangir Kothari Parade built during the British colonial period, stands in Karachi, February 1, 2018. REUTERS/Akhtar Soomro SEARCH " SOOMRO ARCHITECTURE" FOR THIS STORY

A view shows Croatias UNESCO protected medieval town of Dubrovnik April 28, 2013. The barren Srdj plateau overlooking the mediaeval city of Dubrovnik is a real estate developers dream

The town hall with the Mangia tower is seen in Siena, central Italy, January 29, 2016. REUTERS/Max Rossi TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A man looks at a damaged fresco in The Orthodox Church of Saint Athanasios in Leshnica, Saranda, Albania January 25, 2018. Picture taken January 25, 2018. REUTERS/Florion Goga

A view of the Al-Hajjara village located on the Haraz mountain region, on the road between Sanaa and Hodeidah May 16, 2013. REUTERS/Mohamed al-Sayaghi (YEMEN - Tags: SOCIETY TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)

A super blood blue moon is seen during an eclipse at a temple in Bangkok
A " super blood blue moon" is seen during an eclipse at a temple in Bangkok, Thailand, January 31, 2018. REUTERS/Athit Perawongmetha

Fireworks explode over the temple of the Parthenon atop Acropolis hill during New Year s
Fireworks explode over the temple of the Parthenon atop Acropolis hill during New Years day celebrations in Athens, Greece, January 1, 2016. REUTERS/Alkis Konstantinidis TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A damaged fresco is pictured in The Orthodox Church of Saint Athanasios in Leshinca
A damaged fresco is pictured in The Orthodox Church of Saint Athanasios in Leshnica, Saranda, Albania January 25, 2018. Picture taken January 25, 2018. REUTERS/Florion Goga

The moon is seen over houses and the Temple of Hercules at Amman Citadel, an ancient Roman landmark in Amman, Jordan October 7, 2019. REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh

A man rests near the Temple of Hercules at Amman Citadel, an ancient Roman landmark in Amman, Jordan October 7, 2019. REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh

Liverpool Sailors Home, 1850 (w / c)
3870573 Liverpool Sailors Home, 1850 (w/c) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Liverpool City Libraries; (add.info.: Built in 1850, Liverpool Sailors Home, in Canning Place, Liverpool)

Colosseum planned by Emperor Vespasian
Roman Emperor Vespasian planning construction of the Colosseum. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

View from Grevenburg Castle of Traben-Trarbach and Moselle River (Mosel), Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, Europe

View of Landshut Castle ruins, Bernkastel-Kues and Moselle River (Mosel), Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, Europe

Flamborough Head Lighthouse, East Riding of Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Chalk Tower, former Lighthouse at Flamborough Head, East Riding of Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Altdahn castle, Dahn, Palatinate Forest, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, Europe

Bakery, Admirals House and Dockyard Museum, Nelsons Dockyard, Antigua, Leeward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Copper and Lumber Store, Nelsons Dockyard, Antigua, Leeward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

The Admirals Inn, Nelsons Dockyard, Antigua, Leeward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Museum, Nelsons Dockyard, Antigua, Leeward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Wegelnburg castle, Palatinate Forest, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, Europe

Stone Stupa at Borobodur on a misty morning at sunrise, Borobudur (Borobodur), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

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"The Wider Image: From Raj to Architectural Riches" Step into a world where architectural marvels tell stories of the past, present, and future. Explore the captivating journey through time as we delve into the rich tapestry of architectural history. In Croatia's enchanting medieval town of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO protected gem awaits. Its ancient walls whisper tales of bygone eras, while its intricate buildings stand as testaments to centuries-old craftsmanship. Travel further south to Siena, Italy, where the town hall with its majestic Mangia tower dominates the skyline. This awe-inspiring sight transports you back in time and immerses you in the grandeur of Renaissance architecture. Venturing eastward, witness both beauty and tragedy within The Orthodox Church of Saint Athanasios in Leshnica. A man gazes at a damaged fresco, reminding us that even amidst destruction, art endures as an indomitable force. From war-torn Mogadishu comes a haunting image - bullet holes mar Jesus Christ's sculpture inside a church building. These scars bear witness to human conflict but also serve as reminders of resilience and hope for restoration. Journey across continents to Al-Hajjara village nestled on Haraz mountain region – an oasis untouched by time. Here lies an architectural treasure trove that showcases traditional Yemeni craftsmanship against breathtaking natural landscapes. Witness celestial wonders unfold above Bangkok's temple during a super blood blue moon eclipse – nature harmoniously blending with man-made splendor. Such moments remind us how architecture can be intertwined with cosmic phenomena. As New Year dawns upon Athens' Acropolis hill, fireworks illuminate the Parthenon temple - symbolizing celebrations echoing through millennia. This iconic structure stands tall as testament to Greece's enduring cultural legacy. Return once more to The Orthodox Church of Saint Athanasios in Leshinca; this time capturing another glimpse at a damaged fresco.