American colonizers built full-scale fortifications on the island, complete with long-range tractor guns, anti-aircraft guns, tunnels, an underground command center, and a hospital for wounded soldiers.
Stamp:
(Issued 24-06-2021)
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Showing posts with label islands. Show all posts
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
PHILIPPINES ~ Corregidor Island - Cavite ~
... One of the most well-known islands in the Philippines... as the site of two of the most heroic and crucial battles in World War II, it continues to hold special significance to all Filipinos for everything that it symbolized... Corregidor played an important role during the invasion and liberation of the Philippines from Japanese forces.... heavily bombarded in the latter part of the war, the ruins left on the island serves as a military memorial to several American, Filipino and Japanese soldiers who served and lost their lives on the island... alongside the silent cannons and rusting artillery are numerous memorials for their war heroes... today it is historic monument as well as a tourist destination.... Thanks a lot Sherill! (◡‿◡✿)Corregidor Island, als known as " The Rock" because of its rocky landscape and heavy fortifications on the island, is the largest of the five islands guarding the entrance to Manila Bay in southwestern part of Luzon.
Stamp:The 450th Anniversary of the Founding of the City of Manila
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Saturday, June 29, 2019
PHILIPPINES ~ Boracay Island ~
... Fantastic sunset view... Boracay is known for its amazing picturesque purple and red sky... this is the time of day when people gather by the shore to witness one of nature’s most beautiful phenomenons... the Philippines most famed island, was closed to the public in 2018 for six months after suffering the effects of overtourism... this "rehabilitation" period was used to restore the island to its former glory and it has since reopened with a limit on the number of daily visitors and a set of rules designed to protect the environment... Thanks a lot Jobbo!!ヽ(ヅ)ノ Glad you found a post office with stamps!👍
Photo: Daffy Morales
Boracay Island is located at the north-western tip of Panay Island and is seven kilometres long. The narrowest point in the middle part of the island is only one kilometre wide and flat. The Northern and Southern part of Boracay are hilly with the highest elevation at 100 meters above sea level.
Boracay belongs to the municipality of Malay in Aklan province and consists of three villages or barangays; Yapak in the North, Balabag in the centre and Manoc-Manoc in the South
Stamps:
Teresita Reyes - Founder of Mama Sita’s
(Issued 05-05-2014)2014
The 150th Anniversary of the Birth of Apolinario Mabini, 1864-1903
(Issued 23-07-2014)
Boracay belongs to the municipality of Malay in Aklan province and consists of three villages or barangays; Yapak in the North, Balabag in the centre and Manoc-Manoc in the South
Stamps:
Teresita Reyes - Founder of Mama Sita’s
(Issued 05-05-2014)2014
The 150th Anniversary of the Birth of Apolinario Mabini, 1864-1903
(Issued 23-07-2014)
Thursday, June 13, 2019
RUSSIA ~ Kizhi Pogost - Kizhi Island - Republic of Karelia - UNESCO ~
... Wonderful unique example of Russian wooden architecture... the world famous Transfiguration Church with 22 wooden domes... the biggest building in the world that’s made entirely from wood (even down to the nuts and bolts)... a fairytale-like scene in a beautiful setting... the churches, bell tower, and other wooden structures blend wonderfully with their surroundings...the whole island is an “Open Air Museum” of wooden architecture... to this day, these buildings on the small island of Kizhi, serve as a Russian Orthodox church for the surround rural communities... Khizi is a must-see for any visitor to Russia... with great matching stamp👍... Thanks a lot Julia!!(✿ ♥‿♥)
Ⓒ Photo: Serghei Starus
Kizhi Pogost dating from the 18thC is located on a narrow strip of land on the southern tip of the island Kizhi on one of the many islands in Lake Onega in Karelia.The Republic of Karelia is a federal subject of Russia (a republic), located in the northwest of Russia.
The Transfiguration Church (1714), (also known as the "summer church") is about 37m tall. The smaller, nine-domed Intercession Church (also known as the "winter church") was built in 1764, and its iconostasis is intact.The third structure inside the Pogost is the belltower which was built in 1874.
This WHS consists of the “Pogost” or walled enclosure and gate containing the Summer Church of the Transfiguration, the Winter Church of the Intercession and a bell tower. Inscribed to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1990.
Stamp:
The 50th Anniversary of the Kizhi State Historical-Architectural and Ethnographic Memorial Museum Reserve
(Issued 19-08-2016)
Kizhi Pogost dating from the 18thC is located on a narrow strip of land on the southern tip of the island Kizhi on one of the many islands in Lake Onega in Karelia.The Republic of Karelia is a federal subject of Russia (a republic), located in the northwest of Russia.
The Transfiguration Church (1714), (also known as the "summer church") is about 37m tall. The smaller, nine-domed Intercession Church (also known as the "winter church") was built in 1764, and its iconostasis is intact.The third structure inside the Pogost is the belltower which was built in 1874.
This WHS consists of the “Pogost” or walled enclosure and gate containing the Summer Church of the Transfiguration, the Winter Church of the Intercession and a bell tower. Inscribed to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1990.
Stamp:
The 50th Anniversary of the Kizhi State Historical-Architectural and Ethnographic Memorial Museum Reserve
(Issued 19-08-2016)
Thursday, June 21, 2018
GREECE ~ Oia - Santorini ~
... And the surprises keep coming with postcards of the most breathtakingly beautiful Greece islands💙... Santorini is a well-known island of the Cyclades with iconic cliffside setting ... picturesque Oia is famous for its magical sunsets... with its windmill, narrow streets, blue domes and typical "cave houses"... to this day laws protect the natural and architectural beauty of the town from modern manifestations, such as public electrical wires... Big Thanks dear Glenn for taking me with you on your cruise holiday!! (>‿♥)
Santorini (known locally as Thira) is the remnant of a volcano in the middle of the sea, which in the last 2 million years has erupted at least 12 times. As a result of devastating eruptions that this island gets its unique shape like a crescent moon.
According to legend, the island is formed from a strip of land that was thrown into the ocean from the Argo, the ship of Greek mythology.
Oia is a small community on the island. Along the cliff of Oia, houses have been delved into the porous volcanic rock (left over from a large volcanic explosion many years ago that sunk the center of the island).
Parts of these houses are visible and the scenery that results from it is generally perceived as being typically Greek.
Stamp:
Greek Personalities Living Abroad
(Issued 01-09-2016)
Santorini (known locally as Thira) is the remnant of a volcano in the middle of the sea, which in the last 2 million years has erupted at least 12 times. As a result of devastating eruptions that this island gets its unique shape like a crescent moon.
According to legend, the island is formed from a strip of land that was thrown into the ocean from the Argo, the ship of Greek mythology.
Oia is a small community on the island. Along the cliff of Oia, houses have been delved into the porous volcanic rock (left over from a large volcanic explosion many years ago that sunk the center of the island).
Parts of these houses are visible and the scenery that results from it is generally perceived as being typically Greek.
Stamp:
Greek Personalities Living Abroad
(Issued 01-09-2016)
Monday, June 18, 2018
GREECE ~ Mykonos ~
... Another famous Greek islands and popular holiday resort... the white pearl of the Cyclades Islands... crystal clear sea... white houses with their balconies directly overlooking the Mediterranean... a fleet of small fishing boats casting colourful reflections in the azure waters... view of the windmills standing imposingly on the hillside above, set against a luminous blue sky... this “Island of the Winds” is a paradise for water sport enthusiasts...300 days of ☀️sunshine☀️... Need I say more? Thanks so much Glenn!ツ
Mykonos is part of the Cyclades almost in the centre of the Aegean Sea.
In Greek mythology, Mykonos was named after its first ruler, Mykonos, the son or grandson of the god Apollo and a local hero.
Also according to mythology, the island was the place where Heracles killed the giants. The rocks around the island are supposedly their corpses!!!
Stamp:
Greek Personalities Living Abroad
(Issued 01-09-2016)
In Greek mythology, Mykonos was named after its first ruler, Mykonos, the son or grandson of the god Apollo and a local hero.
Also according to mythology, the island was the place where Heracles killed the giants. The rocks around the island are supposedly their corpses!!!
Stamp:
Greek Personalities Living Abroad
(Issued 01-09-2016)
Wednesday, June 13, 2018
GREECE ~ Corfu ~
... A pile of postcards and a laptop that doesn't start up ... frustrating😒... fingers crossed🤞 everything is back to normal... so here is *finally* the beautiful aerial view of the Old Town of Corfu, fortress and nearby marinas... a picturesque Greek paradise... it attracts more than one million tourists per year and has become a favorite destination for summer holidays (also for a lot of Belgian people) ... with many historical and religious monuments, lush greenery, olive trees and splashed by turquoise waters... Big Thanks dear Andrene!! \_(♥‿♥)_/
Corfu (Kérkyra) Island is the second largest of the Ionian island group, the major town is Corfu. The island is located in the northern Ionian Sea, opposite the coast of the Greek mainland and is the westernmost part of Greece.
It is an island with a long history, and has been notable in Greek culture and tradition for over 3000 year.
Historically Corfu has been controlled by many foreign powers, notably the Venetians, French, and British.
Photo by Stavros & Kostas Marmatakis
Stamp:
The Seven Wise Men of Antiquity
(Issued 27-07-2017)
Corfu (Kérkyra) Island is the second largest of the Ionian island group, the major town is Corfu. The island is located in the northern Ionian Sea, opposite the coast of the Greek mainland and is the westernmost part of Greece.
It is an island with a long history, and has been notable in Greek culture and tradition for over 3000 year.
Historically Corfu has been controlled by many foreign powers, notably the Venetians, French, and British.
Photo by Stavros & Kostas Marmatakis
Stamp:
The Seven Wise Men of Antiquity
(Issued 27-07-2017)
Friday, January 26, 2018
SOLOMON ISLANDS ~ Point Cruz Wharf - Honiara - Guadalcanal ~
... First new country in 2018ツ... only 22 more to find according to the countries list (193 member states) recognized by the United Nations... the sea port of Point Cruz is the main port of entry into the Solomon Islands... many international shipping and passenger boats companies operate from here... Thanks a lot Pieter!【ツ】
Solomon Islands is a sovereign country consisting of six major islands and over 900 smaller islands located in the South Pacific Ocean lying to the east of Papua New Guinea and northwest of Vanuatu and covering a land area of 28.400 square kilometres. The islands are volcanic and mountainous and nearly 90 percent of the land is forested.
Honiara is the capital of the Solomon Islands located on the island of Guadalcanal. The town is situated at the mouth of the Mataniko River on the north coast of Guadalcanal. A port and communications centre, it trades mainly in coconuts, timber, fish, and some gold.
Stamps:
Fishes
(Issued 09-10-2013)
Birds
(Issued 01-02-2001)
Honiara is the capital of the Solomon Islands located on the island of Guadalcanal. The town is situated at the mouth of the Mataniko River on the north coast of Guadalcanal. A port and communications centre, it trades mainly in coconuts, timber, fish, and some gold.
Stamps:
Fishes
(Issued 09-10-2013)
Birds
(Issued 01-02-2001)
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
GERMANY ~ Common Seal - Westerland - Sylt - Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea National Park ~
... The cutest seal pup sunbathing and waving hello... on the island there are several areas where they like to stay... there are also boat tours to the sandbanks to watch seals... with so lovely a matching stamp and postmark from the Seal Caring Station in Norddeich... this station is a facility for raising young seals who were separated from their mothers due to storms, disease or human disturbance and who would otherwise have little chance of survival... Thanks a lot dear Dustin for once more a unique philatelic item!! ♥(ˆ⌣ˆԅ) ➝ My postcard and stamp week
Photo: McPhoto/Schwenk
Moinsager is a vacation home in Westerland, a seaside town located on the German North Sea island of Sylt. It is the northernmost and largest North Sea island. And the largest resort on the island, the local transportation hub and the centre of Sylt's tourist industry.
The Common Seal or Harbour Seal, is a true seal of the Northern Hemisphere, they inhabit the waters of the north Atlantic and north Pacific Oceans. They vary in color from black and brownish to tan or grey. Their heads are rather round and the eyes fairly large. As all other true seals (pinnipeda) their lack earflaps, meaning their ear canal can be seen behind their eyes. The fore flippers are relatively small, flexible and equipped with five digits. The milk of common seals contains as much as 45% milk fat. This enables the pup to more than double its weight by the time it's weaned.
Stamp:
Baby Animals
(Issued 02-01-2018)
Flora - Flowers
(Issued 13-04-2017)
Moinsager is a vacation home in Westerland, a seaside town located on the German North Sea island of Sylt. It is the northernmost and largest North Sea island. And the largest resort on the island, the local transportation hub and the centre of Sylt's tourist industry.
The Common Seal or Harbour Seal, is a true seal of the Northern Hemisphere, they inhabit the waters of the north Atlantic and north Pacific Oceans. They vary in color from black and brownish to tan or grey. Their heads are rather round and the eyes fairly large. As all other true seals (pinnipeda) their lack earflaps, meaning their ear canal can be seen behind their eyes. The fore flippers are relatively small, flexible and equipped with five digits. The milk of common seals contains as much as 45% milk fat. This enables the pup to more than double its weight by the time it's weaned.
Stamp:
Baby Animals
(Issued 02-01-2018)
Flora - Flowers
(Issued 13-04-2017)
Saturday, November 11, 2017
AUSTRALIA ~ Southern Elephant Seals - Heard Island - UNESCO ~
... Fantastic postcard of one of the most isolated islands on our planet... and one of the most rare pristine island ecosystems... it is very dangerous and almost impossible to reach this island... you have to pass through some of the roughest seas on the planet to get there... for those reasons, there are currently no commercial tour operations that visit Heard Island... no-one lives permanently on the island and there is no Post Office, so unfortunately it's not possible to receive a postcard directly from Heard Island... as environmental conditions have improved around Heard Island in recent years, southern elephant seal populations have stabilized... Thanks a lot Xue!! (✿ ♥‿♥)
Photo: Matt Curnock, Australian Antarctic Division
"Juvenile male southern elephant seals sparring"
The southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) is the world's largest seal. Southern elephant seals are named after the large proboscis (nose) of the adult males, which is used to make loud roaring sounds, especially during the mating season.
Heard Island is a subantarctic island located in the Southern Ocean, about 4,000 kilometres south west of mainland Australia. The island have been an Australian territory since 1947 and contain the country's only two active volcanoes, it's highest mountain, and it's only glaciers. It is part of the Australian external territory of Heard Island and McDonald Islands. The islands and surrounding waters offer a unique opportunity for conducting scientific research,
Home to a range of wildlife including seals, marine birds and penguins which include several species with conservation status at a national and international level. The surrounding waters contain unique and important marine species.
Heard and McDonald Islands are since 1997 on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Prestamped postcard
The southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) is the world's largest seal. Southern elephant seals are named after the large proboscis (nose) of the adult males, which is used to make loud roaring sounds, especially during the mating season.
Heard Island is a subantarctic island located in the Southern Ocean, about 4,000 kilometres south west of mainland Australia. The island have been an Australian territory since 1947 and contain the country's only two active volcanoes, it's highest mountain, and it's only glaciers. It is part of the Australian external territory of Heard Island and McDonald Islands. The islands and surrounding waters offer a unique opportunity for conducting scientific research,
Home to a range of wildlife including seals, marine birds and penguins which include several species with conservation status at a national and international level. The surrounding waters contain unique and important marine species.
Heard and McDonald Islands are since 1997 on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Prestamped postcard
Monday, October 2, 2017
Japan ~ Nikko National Park - UNESCO ~
...Beautiful waterfalls framed by autumn colors... Nikko is especially worth visiting in the autumn when the leaves change from green to deep reds and oranges.... the popularity of colorful foliage attract thousands of hikers and nature lovers... Ryuzu Waterfall is one of the first spots in Nikko to see autumn colors.... it's at it best early October... Autumn is also my favorite season of the year♥... Thanks a lot Tomoko!!ヽ(ヅ)ノ
"Ryuzu Falls, Nikko National Park"
Nikko National Park is a 443.06 square mile park located on Japan's Honshu Island and was established in 1934. Within the park are many historical Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. Nikko is the third largest city by area in Japan. With only a population of about 90,000 people, most of it is in the national park.
The Ryuzu waterfall at Yugawa river pours into Chuzenji Lake, going on for about 210 meters before falling into a plunge basin where it splits into two. The waterfall is named “Ryuzu" (dragon’s head) because the falling water resembles a dragon.
“Shrines and Temples of Nikko” were registered as a UNESCO WHS in 1999. This site recognizes the 103 buildings and structures all over Nikko and their surrounding natural setting.
Stamps:
Japanese Folktales
(Issued 20-11-1973)
Modern Japanese Art
(Issued 22-02-1980)
The Ryuzu waterfall at Yugawa river pours into Chuzenji Lake, going on for about 210 meters before falling into a plunge basin where it splits into two. The waterfall is named “Ryuzu" (dragon’s head) because the falling water resembles a dragon.
“Shrines and Temples of Nikko” were registered as a UNESCO WHS in 1999. This site recognizes the 103 buildings and structures all over Nikko and their surrounding natural setting.
Stamps:
Japanese Folktales
(Issued 20-11-1973)
Modern Japanese Art
(Issued 22-02-1980)
Friday, September 22, 2017
CANADA ~ Ganges - Salt Spring Island - B.C. ~
... Two great cards coming from one of the best-known British Columbia's Gulf Islands... a lovely seaside town.... Ganges is home to most of the shops, restaurants, and art galleries that are present on the island... with great F1 drivers stamps...Thanks a lot dear Glenn!!【ツ】
Salt Spring Island is the largest of British Columbia's southern Gulf Islands. The island became known as Salt Spring Island because of the North End cold salt springs which still exist to this day. It's the most densely populated and most frequently visited of all the Southern Gulf Islands.
Ganges is the largest village on Salt Spring Island and located in about the middle of the island.
The Village of Ganges was named after HMS Ganges, a Royal Navy Battleship launched in 1821 which visited Salt Spring Island (Admiral Island at the time) between 1823 and 1861 conducting land surveys.
Stamps:
The 50th Anniversary of F1 in Montreal Canada (Issued 16-05-2017)
Salt Spring Island is the largest of British Columbia's southern Gulf Islands. The island became known as Salt Spring Island because of the North End cold salt springs which still exist to this day. It's the most densely populated and most frequently visited of all the Southern Gulf Islands.
Ganges is the largest village on Salt Spring Island and located in about the middle of the island.
The Village of Ganges was named after HMS Ganges, a Royal Navy Battleship launched in 1821 which visited Salt Spring Island (Admiral Island at the time) between 1823 and 1861 conducting land surveys.
Stamps:
The 50th Anniversary of F1 in Montreal Canada (Issued 16-05-2017)
Monday, September 18, 2017
CANADA ~ Flowerpot Island - Tobermory - Fathom Five National Marine Park ~
... Two wonderful postcards of Canada's NP nr10ツ... this one is an art postcard published by Canada Parks... with the famous and iconic two rock pillars (flowerpots) or sea stacks on its eastern shoreline... the unique shape of the rocks is due to years of the weather elements chipping away at the stone......a trip to Flowerpot Island is one of the best experiences in Fathom Five National Marine Park... with same great sticker on the backside... Thanks a lot dear Andrene!!❀◕ ‿ ◕❀
Fathom Five National Marine Park is the first underwater park in Canada as well as Canada's first National Marine Conservation Area.
This park encompasses the islands and waters off the tip of the Bruce Peninsula and includes the iconic Flowerpot Island.
It has over 20 shipwrecks and 19 islands within it's boundaries.
©Photo: Alan R. Constant
Stamp:
Baby Wildlife
(31-03-2014)
Fathom Five National Marine Park is the first underwater park in Canada as well as Canada's first National Marine Conservation Area.
This park encompasses the islands and waters off the tip of the Bruce Peninsula and includes the iconic Flowerpot Island.
It has over 20 shipwrecks and 19 islands within it's boundaries.
©Photo: Alan R. Constant
Stamp:
Baby Wildlife
(31-03-2014)
Friday, August 18, 2017
TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS ~ Grace Bay Providenciales - Princess Alexandra National Park ~
... A new Caribbean island and NP to add to my collection... looks like a little piece of heaven on earth ☼ツ... unbelievably crystal-clear water with hundreds of shades of blues and greens and white sugar sand idyllic beaches.....Grace Bay Beach has regularly been acclaimed as the world’s best beach... the islands are known for its exceptional diving and is home to the third largest barrier reef system in the world... Thanks so much Trupti!!【ツ】
Photo:Ⓒ Michael Friedel
The Turks and Caicos Islands are a British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean consisting of the larger Caicos Islands and smaller Turks Islands. The islands consist of 40 islands and cays, of which only eight are inhabited.
Providenciales or more commonly known as “Provo” is the largest island in the archipelago and covers an area of 38 miles and is the most developed island in Turks and Caicos. seven mile long Grace Bay Beach on Providenciales.
Princess Alexandra National Park is a 6532 acres (2643 hectares) coastal and marine national park off the north coast of Providenciales. Included in this protected area is Grace Bay Beach, The Bight Beach, The Bight Reef (Coral Gardens), Leeward Beach, Smith's Reef, and a large portion of the northern barrier reef of Providenciales. It was declared a national park in 1992,
Stamp:
Shells and Marine Snails
(11-06-2007)
The Turks and Caicos Islands are a British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean consisting of the larger Caicos Islands and smaller Turks Islands. The islands consist of 40 islands and cays, of which only eight are inhabited.
Providenciales or more commonly known as “Provo” is the largest island in the archipelago and covers an area of 38 miles and is the most developed island in Turks and Caicos. seven mile long Grace Bay Beach on Providenciales.
Princess Alexandra National Park is a 6532 acres (2643 hectares) coastal and marine national park off the north coast of Providenciales. Included in this protected area is Grace Bay Beach, The Bight Beach, The Bight Reef (Coral Gardens), Leeward Beach, Smith's Reef, and a large portion of the northern barrier reef of Providenciales. It was declared a national park in 1992,
Stamp:
Shells and Marine Snails
(11-06-2007)
Thursday, August 10, 2017
CANADA ~ Pacific Rim National Park - Vancouver Island ~
... Great view of one of Canada's newest National Parks... with magnificent islands, beaches and marine landscapes... each spring, thousands of people come to the Pacific Rim National Park hoping to see a glimpse of migrating grey whales heading up to their summer feeding grounds... since the whales often travel close to the shoreline, many park visitors spot the whales from the beach...
... Planning a visit to one of their amazing NP, Canada is offering everyone free access to all national parks in honor of its 150th Anniversary... all 47 national parks will have free admission this year for visitors (of any nationality) who enter with a Parks Canada Discovery Pass, available online ... Big Thanks Glenn!! ✿乂◕‿◕乂
Ⓒ John L. Barnard
Pacific Rim National Park Reserve is a Canadian national park reserve in British Columbia on the southwestern coast of Vancouver. The park is comprised up of three different regions: the Broken Group Island, the West Coast Trail and the Long Beach. The Western part of this park is covered with the Pacific Ocean and the Eastern part is covered with Vancouver Island Ranges which are a part of the Insular Mountains. The entire park encompasses 511 km2 of land and ocean.
This park reserve is home to mammalian species of raccoon, black-tailed deer, cougar, wolf, black bear, marten, and mink. Visitors are often thrilled by views of various marine animals such as seals, porpoises, sea lions, and many species of whales that are frequent at this shoreline.
Stamp
World War I
The 100th Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge - Joint Issue with France
(Issued 08-04-2017)
... Planning a visit to one of their amazing NP, Canada is offering everyone free access to all national parks in honor of its 150th Anniversary... all 47 national parks will have free admission this year for visitors (of any nationality) who enter with a Parks Canada Discovery Pass, available online ... Big Thanks Glenn!! ✿乂◕‿◕乂
Pacific Rim National Park Reserve is a Canadian national park reserve in British Columbia on the southwestern coast of Vancouver. The park is comprised up of three different regions: the Broken Group Island, the West Coast Trail and the Long Beach. The Western part of this park is covered with the Pacific Ocean and the Eastern part is covered with Vancouver Island Ranges which are a part of the Insular Mountains. The entire park encompasses 511 km2 of land and ocean.
This park reserve is home to mammalian species of raccoon, black-tailed deer, cougar, wolf, black bear, marten, and mink. Visitors are often thrilled by views of various marine animals such as seals, porpoises, sea lions, and many species of whales that are frequent at this shoreline.
Stamp
World War I
The 100th Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge - Joint Issue with France
(Issued 08-04-2017)
Monday, July 17, 2017
CANADA ~ 150th Birthday - Fisgard Lighthouse ~
... Wonderful surprise card... a really special one... a totally unique print and eco friendly thin cedar wooden postcard... issued to celebrate the country's 150th birthday... my second wooden postcard from Canada... with also amazing matching stamps... this is the first time in Canada Post's history that they issued stamps in the shape of a maple leaf... "Canada 150" with 10 unforgettable moments from the past 50 years... Thanks so much dear Glenn!!¯\_(ツ)_/¯ I loved this postcard from the moment I saw it on your postcard blog!! (>‿♥)
Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site, on Fisgard Island at the mouth of Esquimalt Harbour in Colwood, British Columbia, is the site of Fisgard Lighthouse, the first lighthouse on the west coast of Canada. The Lighthouse was built in 1860 to guide vessels through the entrance of Esquimalt harbour.
It was July 1, 1867, that the British North America Act united the British provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec and Ontario into the Dominion of Canada.
The name Canada wasn't established in 1867, however; it's derived from the Huron-Iroquois word “kanata,” meaning “village” or “settlement” and had been in use since the 16th century, when locals pointed French explorer Jacques Cartier in the direction of the "village" now known as Québec City.
Stamps:
The 150th Anniversary of the Confederation
(Issued 01-06-2017)
Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site, on Fisgard Island at the mouth of Esquimalt Harbour in Colwood, British Columbia, is the site of Fisgard Lighthouse, the first lighthouse on the west coast of Canada. The Lighthouse was built in 1860 to guide vessels through the entrance of Esquimalt harbour.
It was July 1, 1867, that the British North America Act united the British provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec and Ontario into the Dominion of Canada.
The name Canada wasn't established in 1867, however; it's derived from the Huron-Iroquois word “kanata,” meaning “village” or “settlement” and had been in use since the 16th century, when locals pointed French explorer Jacques Cartier in the direction of the "village" now known as Québec City.
Stamps:
The 150th Anniversary of the Confederation
(Issued 01-06-2017)
Wednesday, June 21, 2017
The Åland Islands ~ Region of Mariehamn ~
... Beautiful aerial scenery with endless areas of untouched nature... these (almost flat) islands also feature medieval castles and churches... museums, parks and old fishing villages... one of the most popular summer vacation destinations for Swedes and Finns... with a selection of fabulousッ stamps and special postmark about the Postcrossing Meet-up on the Islands... Thanks a million Nina!! 乂❤‿❤乂
The Åland Islands are an archipelago and consists of 6,757 islands situated midway between Sweden and Finland. Although the people of Åland speak Swedish, this autonomous territory is part of Finland.
Aland is the largest island, most of them are just small uninhabited rocks. They have their own unique culture, Swedish dialects, flag, and stamps.
This island is the smallest of the three Nordic autonomous territories with a population of 28,000. One third of the population lives in the capital, Mariehamn.
Stamps:
The 100th Anniversary of the Sailing Ship "Pommern"
(Issued 06-06-2003)
Birds
(Issued 03-01-2000)
Sailing Ships
(Issued 02-02-2016)
Mushrooms 2. January
(Issued 02-01-2003)
Apples
(Issued 07-06-2011)
The Åland Islands are an archipelago and consists of 6,757 islands situated midway between Sweden and Finland. Although the people of Åland speak Swedish, this autonomous territory is part of Finland.
Aland is the largest island, most of them are just small uninhabited rocks. They have their own unique culture, Swedish dialects, flag, and stamps.
This island is the smallest of the three Nordic autonomous territories with a population of 28,000. One third of the population lives in the capital, Mariehamn.
The 100th Anniversary of the Sailing Ship "Pommern"
(Issued 06-06-2003)
Birds
(Issued 03-01-2000)
Sailing Ships
(Issued 02-02-2016)
Mushrooms 2. January
(Issued 02-01-2003)
Apples
(Issued 07-06-2011)
Saturday, June 17, 2017
SRI LANKA ~ Sir Frederick North's Bungalow - Arippu - Mannar Island ~
... Nice postcard nr10 issued by Sri Lankan post showing unseen places of natural beauty... part of the island's heritage... with the amazing history about the colonial rulers, harvesting and clearing all the pearls in the sea, using local and Indian slave labour... but time showed the ravages of nature on this building... sea breeze, corroded by the wind, washed by the rains and lack of maintenance were the key reasons for this... with great matching stamp... Thanks a lot dear Ravindra!! \_(♥‿♥)_/
Used by Sri Lanka's first British Governor, Sir Frederick North (1798-1805).
It was built at the beginning of the 19thC (between 1801-1804) to revive and supervise the pearl fisheries. Other than being used as the residence for the governor, it was later used by "other governors, government agents, and other officials, including superintendents of pearl fishery."
Doric was so named, due to the architectural design of the columns which was similar to the Ancient Greek Doric order style.
Reverend James Cordiner, then Chaplain to the British Military, writes in his Description of Ceylon that at the time, Doric was "undoubtedly the most beautiful building on the island and almost the only one which is planned according to architecture."
Stamp:
Sir Frederick North's Bungalow
(Issued 02-12-2016)
Used by Sri Lanka's first British Governor, Sir Frederick North (1798-1805).
It was built at the beginning of the 19thC (between 1801-1804) to revive and supervise the pearl fisheries. Other than being used as the residence for the governor, it was later used by "other governors, government agents, and other officials, including superintendents of pearl fishery."
Doric was so named, due to the architectural design of the columns which was similar to the Ancient Greek Doric order style.
Reverend James Cordiner, then Chaplain to the British Military, writes in his Description of Ceylon that at the time, Doric was "undoubtedly the most beautiful building on the island and almost the only one which is planned according to architecture."
Stamp:
Sir Frederick North's Bungalow
(Issued 02-12-2016)
Saturday, April 22, 2017
RUSSIA ~ Shaman Rock on Olkhon Island - Lake Baikal - Pribaikalsky National Park - UNESCO ~
Lake Baikal, located in south-east Siberia is the world's oldest lake, estimated to be approximately 25 million years old. It was formed as a rift valley (earth's crust slowly pulls apart) and is crescent shaped. Lake Baikal is 79 km wide and 636 km in length. The coastline is roughly 2100 kms.
Olkhon is the fourth-largest lake-bound island in the world. It is by far the largest island in Lake Baikal.
"Shaman-rock" is above water projection of Angarsk threshold. This rock is a subject of many popular legends and myths about Baikal Lake and Angara river, besides it is one of the main symbols of Baikal Lake.
Pribaikalsky National Park covers the southwest coast of Lake Baikal in southeastern Siberia. The coastal strip includes some mountain ridges to the west as well as offshore islands such as Olkhon Island to the east.
The lake was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996.
Definitive Issues
(Issued 29-08-2008)
ContamparyRussian Art
(Issued 29-11-2016)
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
USA ~ St John - Virgin Islands National Park ~
... Beautiful aerial island view... because "Virgin Islands National Park" encompasses two-third of the island I think I can consider this one as a new NP for my collectionシ... a place of unspoiled beauty and crystal aquamarine waters... as being part of US territory you can use US postage stamps... (but always looking for one with the Virgin Islands stamps)... Thanks a lot Leanna!!【ツ】
Photo: © 2005 Werner J. Bertsch
The United States Virgin Islands (USVI) are located in the Caribbean bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea. The USVI consist of 4 larger islands: St. Croix, St. Thomas, St. John and Water Island, and some 50 smaller islets and cays. The island of St John, at just 9 miles long and 3 miles wide (28 sq mi), is the smallest of the US Virgin Islands.
Since 1956, full two-thirds of St. John's 20 square miles (53 square km) is protected as Virgin Islands National Park, administered by the United States National Park Service.
Stamps:
Penguins
(Issued 01-06-2015)
Views of Our Planets
(Issued 31-05-2016)
2016 Star Trek
(Issued 02-09-2016)
The United States Virgin Islands (USVI) are located in the Caribbean bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea. The USVI consist of 4 larger islands: St. Croix, St. Thomas, St. John and Water Island, and some 50 smaller islets and cays. The island of St John, at just 9 miles long and 3 miles wide (28 sq mi), is the smallest of the US Virgin Islands.
Since 1956, full two-thirds of St. John's 20 square miles (53 square km) is protected as Virgin Islands National Park, administered by the United States National Park Service.
Stamps:
Penguins
(Issued 01-06-2015)
Views of Our Planets
(Issued 31-05-2016)
2016 Star Trek
(Issued 02-09-2016)
Friday, January 27, 2017
MALTA ~ Gozo & Comino ~
... Wonderful views of probably the most beautiful Mediterranean islands Malta, Gozo and Comino... both of the islands culture and history go back hand in hand with Malta... these islands are famous for their diving sites, unspoiled beaches, pre-historic landmarks, and scenic beauty... Thanks a lot Chris!!【ツ】
Photo: © Kukuri
Malta is comprised of an archipelago of 6 islands situated south of Sicily and east of Tunisia. North of the mainland lies Comino and north of that Gozo. It gained independence from the UK in 1964.
Just 20 kilometres and 20 minutes ferry ride from mainland Malta’s port of Cirkewwa, Gozo remains an unspoilt land of farmers and fishermen. After the island of Malta itself, it is the second-largest island in the archipelago.
Comino was named after the plentiful cumin (flowering plant) that grows on the island. The entire island is classified as a wildlife sanctuary nowadays.
Stamp:
Europa Stamps - Think Green
(Issued 09-05-2016)
Malta is comprised of an archipelago of 6 islands situated south of Sicily and east of Tunisia. North of the mainland lies Comino and north of that Gozo. It gained independence from the UK in 1964.
Just 20 kilometres and 20 minutes ferry ride from mainland Malta’s port of Cirkewwa, Gozo remains an unspoilt land of farmers and fishermen. After the island of Malta itself, it is the second-largest island in the archipelago.
Comino was named after the plentiful cumin (flowering plant) that grows on the island. The entire island is classified as a wildlife sanctuary nowadays.
Stamp:
Europa Stamps - Think Green
(Issued 09-05-2016)
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