The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen, a tribute to Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale, has become an iconic landmark, but it has repeatedly suffered intentional damage since its installation in 1913.

The first major act of vandalism occurred on April 24, 1964, when the statue’s head was sawn off and stolen, with the act widely believed to be politically motivated, although the perpetrators were never officially identified.

On July 22, 1984, the statue's right arm was sawn off and later returned by two young men, who turned themselves in to police.

In 1990, another attempt was made to decapitate the statue, leaving a deep cut in the neck but not fully severing the head.

On January 6, 1998, the statue was once again decapitated, and the head was stolen but later returned anonymously to a local TV station.

In September 2003, vandals used explosives to blow the statue off its base, sending it into the harbor and causing significant damage; the responsibility was never claimed, and the act was widely condemned.

Over the years, the statue has also been targeted with paint and graffiti, including incidents in 1961, 1963, 2006, 2017, 2019, and more, often as acts of protest or to draw attention to various political or social causes.

On several occasions, the statue has been adorned with costumes or props as acts of protest or artistic expression; for example, in March 2020, the statue was painted with the words "racist fish" in the context of broader discussions on racial representation in media.

A Russian flag was painted on the statue's base in March 2022, widely reported as a protest against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The Little Mermaid remains a powerful cultural symbol, attracting both admiration and acts of defiance, with each attack prompting public debate about the meaning of icons, freedom of expression, and the boundaries between art, culture, and political protest.

After being installed in 1913, the Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen has been the target of several deliberate acts of vandalism, reflecting changing cultural and political tensions in Denmark.

In 1964, the statue's head was sawed off and stolen by political artist Jørgen Nash, the head was never recovered and a new one was created and attached.

In 1984, the statue lost its right arm, which was later returned anonymously to a nearby television station, with the perpetrators never officially identified.

In 1990, an attempt was made to again saw off the Little Mermaid's head, but the damage was not successful, although the statue did sustain some damage to the neck area.

In 1998, the statue's head was decapitated once more and stolen, with activists allegedly behind the act; the head was returned anonymously to a nearby television station and was subsequently reattached.

Throughout the years, the statue has also been targeted with paint, most notably in 1961, 1963, 1988, 1998, 2006, 2007, and 2017, when it was either doused in red or green paint to make political statements on issues such as whaling, involvement in wars, and animal rights.

In 2003, the statue was blasted off its granite perch by explosives, and responsibility was never officially claimed but it was widely believed to be a protest act; after repairs, the statue was restored to its original location within a few months.

Other incidents include the dressing of the statue in various costumes during public demonstrations or sports events, as a form of satirical or political protest, with messages ranging from condemnation of international involvement in military conflicts to calls for societal change.

The repeated attacks and interventions have highlighted the statue as not just a symbol of Copenhagen’s cultural heritage but also as a canvas for ongoing debates within Danish and international society.

The first recorded incident of intentional damage to the Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen occurred in 1964, when the statue's head was sawn off and stolen by politically motivated artists who were never apprehended.

In July 1984, the statue was again targeted and decapitated, with the missing head later returned anonymously to a local television station.

In 1990, one of the statue's arms was sawn off and taken, but was returned within a few days, reportedly after the culprits had a change of heart.

In January 1998, the statue was decapitated for a third time, and the head was later found and reattached.

On September 10, 2003, vandals used explosives to blow the statue off its granite base, causing it to fall into the harbor, but the statue was retrieved and restored.

The statue has also been subjected to various acts of vandalism including being painted red several times, often as a protest or political statement, for example in March 1961, April 2017, and May 2017.

On March 8, 2006, the statue was covered in green paint and dressed in a burqa as a statement against Turkey's accession to the European Union.

In May 2019, slogans referencing anti-whaling protests were painted on the rock beside the statue.

No individual or group has consistently claimed responsibility for the major attacks, though motives frequently relate to political, artistic, or activist statements.

Despite these repeated acts of damage and controversy, the Little Mermaid statue has been restored after every incident and remains a resilient symbol of Copenhagen.

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The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen, a tribute to Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale, has become an iconic landmark, but it has repeatedly suffered intentional damage since its installation in 1913.

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Content: Russian Flag Painted on Copenhagen's Most Famous Landmark

It's the latest in a long line of attacks on Little Mermaid statue
By Rob Quinn,  Newser Staff
Posted Mar 2, 2023 10:15 AM CST

The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen, one of Denmark's most famous landmarks, has been vandalized yet again, this time with the Russian flag. Authorities said Thursday that the white, blue, and red stripes of the Russian flag were painted on the stone the statue sits on, Reuters reports. Police said the vandalism was discovered early Thursday. "We are of course launching an investigation to find out who did it and when and how it happened," a police spokesman said, per Jyllands-Posten.

Denmark, like other European nations, has strongly criticized Russia's war against Ukraine. The small statue, a tribute to the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale, sits off a waterfront promenade in the Danish capital. It has been vandalized many times since it was installed 110 years ago, AFP reports. It has been decapitated twice and was knocked off its base with explosives in 2003. In 2017, it was doused in red paint in a protest against whale hunting. In 2020, during worldwide protests after the death of George Floyd, the words "racist fish" were painted on the base, though Andersen scholars said they weren't aware of any racist elements in the fairy tale. (Read more The Little Mermaid stories.)

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The first major act of vandalism occurred on April 24, 1964, when the statue’s head was sawn off and stolen, with the act widely believed to be politically motivated, although the perpetrators were never officially identified.

On July 22, 1984, the statue's right arm was sawn off and later returned by two young men, who turned themselves in to police.

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Content: Poland! It was never on my travel list. In my mind, it’s an East European country ravaged by world wars. So when I was assigned a trip to Poland, I hesitated briefly. Then I said to myself: I know very little about the country, so let this be a voyage of discovery.

A fantastic voyage of discovery it was. Over seven days, Poland surprised and enchanted me with its history, culture, architecture, natural beauty, fresh fruits and cuisine. The swing through Warsaw, Gdansk, Gdynia, Lodz and Wroclaw lent me a new perspective. I saw a modern country with good infrastructure, clean roads, green vistas, rolling fields, ancient baroque-style palaces, ornate churches, centuries-old architecture and fantastic food.

I would have liked a more immersive experience because there was so much to see and take in. I wanted to sit at one of the wayside restaurants in Wroclaw and watch the world go by with a beverage in hand. Take a stroll through Piotrkowska Street in Lodz. Stand a bit longer on the Orlowo Pier in Gydnia with the wind in my face and watch the Baltic Sea. And Gdansk, where do I even start? The charming port city brims with history.

Poland is no stranger to history, and the past is inextricably entwined in its capital, Warsaw. A city that was destroyed in the Second World War and rebuilt from the ruins. The city is a testament to the resilience of the Poles, who repeatedly bounced back from the horrors of wars and partitions. Time stands still in Warsaw, particularly in the Old Town.

Brutal wars and a painful past may be a recurring theme in Poland, but Frederic Chopin occupies pride of place in Polish tourism. Rightly so, because he is the most famous Pole in the world. People throng Chopin concerts worldwide, and some don’t even know he’s Polish. Chopin spent his later years in France and is buried in Paris, hence the confusion.

Chopin is everywhere in Poland. I arrived at the Frederic Chopin International Airport in Warsaw. A visit to the Holy Cross Church brought me closer to Chopin’s heart. Literally. It resides in one of the church’s pillars after being smuggled into Poland, past Soviet border guards by his sister, as Chopin requested before his death.

Stepping outside the church, I came across the Chopin benches. The black granite benches, found in 15 places in Warsaw, play Chopin’s works and offer a map to other bench locations. Walking past them, I found a Chopin lodging where he lived as a young man. Heading to the Royal Lazienki Park, I found a sculpture of Chopin sitting under a willow. An outdoor concert was underway.

A 60km trip to Zelazowa Wola brought me to Chopin’s birthplace (he was born in 1810). A lone building with all things Chopin remains on the premises. Aleksandra Swigut, a pianist, played a couple of the maestro’s works. Warsaw is also home to a Chopin Museum. But there’s much more to Poland than Chopin.

WARSAW: UNESCO HERITAGE EXCEPTION
Unesco world heritage sites generally are of archaeological significance. But Warsaw’s historic city centre is an exception: all the structures were built in the 20th century, although some have a 14th-century feel about them. Poland rebuilt the city with popular donations after Nazi troops systematically demolished 80-90% of the buildings when Poles earned German leader Adolf Hitler’s wrath with the Warsaw uprising of 1944.
After the war, Poland mobilised its people to rebuild Warsaw with the rallying cry: “The entire nation builds its capital.” The rebuild of Old Town started in 1945, and most of the work was completed in less than ten years, although additional reconstruction continued into the1980s, reports say. Pre-war photographs, architectural drawings and 18th-century paintings by Italian artists Marcello Bacciarelli and Bernardo Bellotto acted as visual guides in the reconstruction.
Undamaged bricks, slabs and fragments were used in the reconstruction. The project was completed with the reopening of the Royal Castle in 1984. With that, Warsaw and Poland reclaimed their past and pride.

A monument that pays tribute to David Copernicus stands prominently at Krakowskie Przedmiescie Street, Warsaw. He’s the Pole who taught us that Earth revolves around the Sun and not the other way around.

Further away is the Royal Castle, a sprawling brick-red building that dominates Castle Square, where Sigismund’s Column haughtily pierces the sky. Difficult to believe that the buildings were rebuilt structures after Germans dynamited the originals following Adolf Hitler’s fury at the Poles’ stubborn resistance.

A few steps away, the Warsaw Mermaid awaited, with a shield aloft and swinging sword over her head. Moving away, I came across the home (now a museum) of Marie Sklodowska-Curie, a Nobel winner in Physics (for the study of spontaneous radioactivity) and Chemistry (discovery of Radium and Polonium, the metal is named after her homeland).

THE MERMAIDS OF WARSAW
Mermaids, there are aplenty in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. But the Syrenka (mermaid in Polish) in Old Town is the most famous. Where did these half-woman half-fish creatures come from? Apparently, there’s no single answer.
Popular legend has it that two mermaid sisters swam across the Baltic Sea and parted ways at Gdansk: one went to Copenhagen, and the other came down the Vistula River and rested near the Old Town in Warsaw. Impressed with the place, she decided to stay, but the fishermen were unhappy with her for freeing fish from their nets. Her beauty and singing won them, but a greedy merchant kidnapped her to make money on travelling shows at fairs. A fisherman’s son rescued her, and a grateful mermaid vowed to defend the village that became Warsaw.
Another one says that when a prince lost his way on a hunting trip, the mermaid shot arrows into the sky to guide him to safety. The third tale is about a griffin (a mythical animal with the head and wings of an eagle and the body, hind legs, and tail of a lion) who defended the city and accompanied fishermen into the Baltic. During a trip, he fell in love with a mermaid, and the two returned to live in Warsaw. The griffin died in the battle with the Swedes, and the mermaid took up arms to defend the city. The grateful people made her the symbol of Warsaw and placed her in the coat of arms.
Stories there are many more, and each is fiercely disputed, according to reports. Mermaids too are many in Warsaw. The one at Old Town Square attracts the most tourists, another one can be spotted near the Swietokrzyski Bridge, and a third stands near the Markiewicz viaduct. More lesser-known statues of mermaids are sighted around the city.

Some grim moments at the boundary of a former Jewish Warsaw Ghetto were followed by a trip to the magnificent Wilanow Palace, a baroque-style summer residence of King Jan III Sobieski built in the 17th century.

Another palace loomed in Lazienki Krolewskie, or the Royal Baths Park: the Palace on the Isle, which dates back to the 17th century. Initially a Baroque Bathouse Pavilion, it was converted into a neoclassical palace before it became a museum.

Slate grey skies with dark clouds and a steady drizzle greeted me in Gdynia. The chilly winds failed to thwart a lazy walk over the 180-metre Orlowo Pier, the wooden structure built during the First World War. A coffee warmed me for a spot of forest-bathing as I hiked the nature reserve with the affable Marek Kaminski, the Guinness record-holder who has been both the poles.

Soon I stepped into Gdansk, a seaside city steeped in history. All the ruins were rebuilt in precisely the same manner. I walked the streets in awe, marvelling at the buildings but not fully knowing the weight of history and a past that tied Gdynia and Gdansk to the start of the Second World War.

Gdansk is the land of Lech Walesa, the man with a walrus moustache, who led the Solidarity Movement from the docks and rose to become the country’s first democratically elected president. I knew that. But I didn’t know of another Gdansk son, Daniel Fahrenheit, who is more known for devising the Fahrenheit temperature scale and less for inventing the mercury-in-glass thermometer.

The city is also the capital of amber, a fossilised resin from coniferous trees. So a visit to Amber Museum is mandatory. It traces the trade and history of amber from 8000 BC and is a virtual repository of all things amber.

Lodz was the next stop. Lodz is pronounced Wuj and written Łódź in Polish. Being a textile manufacturing centre, Lodz is a fashion capital, and a long walk through Piotrkowska Street is also a must for film buffs. It didn’t happen due to a time crunch. The Lodz film school helped film directors Roman Polanski, Andrzej Wajda and Krzysztof Kieslowski learn the craft.

The land of gnomes, Wroclaw beckoned me. Statues of little people are found everywhere in the city: in the alleys, doorways, street corners and even the city centre. Although more of a tourist gimmick now, its origins lie in the underground protest movement during the days of communism.

Wroclaw in Lower Silesia is adorned with beautiful buildings, especially around the Rynek (Market Square). Many colourful buildings were rebuilt after the wars but retained their appeal. A buggy ride helped us whistle past many landmarks, but we did make it to the Hydropolis (a water research centre) and the Raclawice Panorama, which houses a 360-degree 3D painting. It’s not a technological marvel but an artwork that fuses art on canvas and real-life objects to depict the 1794 Battle of Raclawice.

A stay at the Ksiaz Castle hotel was a throwback to the past, but the spooky night tour of the 13th-century castle produced spine-chilling encounters with four ghosts of people who served the House of Hochberg. The German and Soviet forces ravaged much of the castle during the wars, and rumours abound that a lost Nazi gold train is said to be buried near the castle.

I didn’t find the gold train but was treated to Poland’s bounty. The seven days sure did change my perception of the country. There’s much more to see and enjoy. So I will be back.

Jen-koo-yeh Polska (Thank you Poland).

In 1990, another attempt was made to decapitate the statue, leaving a deep cut in the neck but not fully severing the head.

On January 6, 1998, the statue was once again decapitated, and the head was stolen but later returned anonymously to a local TV station.

In September 2003, vandals used explosives to blow the statue off its base, sending it into the harbor and causing significant damage; the responsibility was never claimed, and the act was widely condemned.

Over the years, the statue has also been targeted with paint and graffiti, including incidents in 1961, 1963, 2006, 2017, 2019, and more, often as acts of protest or to draw attention to various political or social causes.

On several occasions, the statue has been adorned with costumes or props as acts of protest or artistic expression; for example, in March 2020, the statue was painted with the words "racist fish" in the context of broader discussions on racial representation in media.

A Russian flag was painted on the statue's base in March 2022, widely reported as a protest against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The Little Mermaid remains a powerful cultural symbol, attracting both admiration and acts of defiance, with each attack prompting public debate about the meaning of icons, freedom of expression, and the boundaries between art, culture, and political protest.

After being installed in 1913, the Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen has been the target of several deliberate acts of vandalism, reflecting changing cultural and political tensions in Denmark.

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Education in schools will improve.
This will allow young women to understand that violence against them because they are women is unacceptable. ”
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Marques da Silva: Some lawmakers and experts hope that the six EU member states that have not yet ratified the convention will now feel more pressure to do so, or at least take a new position on the topic.
How do you think the situation will develop in these countries?
Rosales: They should feel pressure, not only those that have not ratified, but also some member states that, despite ratification, do not comply with the Istanbul Convention.
In these countries are our representatives, women ’ s rights organizations and other partners from civil society who are struggling to convey positive information about the convention.
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Marques da Silva: Austrian MEP Evelyn Regner called it a good basis for gender violence to be considered a European crime or a crime described in the Union Treaty.
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Rosales: We know that the European Parliament is working to improve the text of the Directive, to make it even more comprehensive and more consistent with the standards of the Istanbul Convention.
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Since 2016, the museum has become one of the most visited and famous in the world.
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There are works of art from different eras, and getting to know them can take a lot of time.
To organize your trip to the museum in the best way, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the structure and basic information about the Hermitage, and then choose the exhibitions you are interested in.
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In addition to the permanent exhibits of the Hermitage, various temporary exhibitions are held here.
The topics of such exhibitions can be very diverse - from the history of the museum to the merger of art with science.
One of the wonderful temporary exhibitions is the "Hermitage Cat Day", which will please even the most demanding visitors.
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Such excursions are always fascinating and will allow you to take a fresh look at works of art.
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The Hermitage is a visiting card of St. Petersburg and the country as a whole.
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In 1984, the statue lost its right arm, which was later returned anonymously to a nearby television station, with the perpetrators never officially identified.

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Take advantage of the cruise stop in the port of Civitavecchia, travel to Rome in a comfortable car, and on arrival change to the hop-on hop-off bus with an open roof.
Depart from the port of Civitavecchia at 09: 00 or 09: 30 and arrive in Rome on Via Crescenzio?
19 near the Vatican.
It is just a 12-minute walk from the hop-on hop-off bus stop number 6.
You will then be able to get off at any of the 8 stops that are conveniently located next to the most important monuments in the city.
Discover the history of Rome on board the bus with recorded commentary available in 9 languages (English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, Chinese, Arabic and Portuguese).
Take advantage of free walking tours of the most famous squares, streets and monuments to get an even more complete picture of the city.
For your convenience, hop-on hop-off buses run daily from 09: 00 to 18: 00 every 15-20 minutes.
The online voucher can be activated at any of the stops.
The first stop of the hop-on hop-off bus, where you need to activate the online voucher, is located opposite Termini train station.
Return to the port of Civitavecchia at 15: 45.
Take the bus from Piazza dell ’ Independenza and get off at 16: 00 at the bus stop via Crescenzio # 2.
For any other questions, please contact your escort on the morning train to Rome.
Answers to questions
What is included
• Transfer from the cruise terminal Civitavecchia to the center of Rome and back
• Assistants at every hop-on-hop-off bus stop in Rome
• Tour of Rome by hop-on hop-off bus with open roof
• Free Wi-Fi and headphones on board the hop-on hop-off bus
• Free walking tours
When and how long it lasts
When: At your chosen time
The tour lasts about 7 hours 30 minutes
Who else will be with me?
This is a group tour, along with you will also be other people who have booked for your time.
Group up to 50 people.
Important information
• In connection with measures to combat COVID-19, there may be a change in the traffic schedule, a change in routes, as well as a reduction or cancellation of stops.
Updated information can be found on the website or in the application of the local tour operator
• Hop-on hop-off buses are suitable for people with disabilities, but passengers need to take a few steps to climb into the cabin
• Take advantage of a comfortable shuttle service from Civitavecchia Cruise Terminal to Rome.
Registration will take place at 19: 15 at the cruise tourist center in Civitavecchia
• Free shuttle only works on days when cruise ships are in port
Requirements for participants
• You need to wear the protective mask you brought with you
Do I have to pay everything at once?
In most cases, you pay only a small part of the total amount, and the rest you pay at the time of meeting with the guide already on the tour.
But if it comes to tickets, the payment is required in full.
You choose the date and time.
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27 Sep 2019
(USA)
Give yourself plenty of time to come back.
Rome is very crowded and has many cars.
We wanted to get back on the bus at 15: 30, there was so much traffic that we didn ’ t have time, and we had to take the bus at 16: 00 back to the port.
The bus was a bit difficult to find, it ’ s a good route if you like or don ’ t mind taking a walk.
A
Nov 8, 2018
(Ireland)
Hop on the bus tour was enjoyable.
The only difficulty was getting a transfer to the coach from the port.
It was hard to find a shuttle bus and there was no one there to guide us.
Once we found the shuttle bus, it was an easy transfer to the place where we met the bus to take us to Rome.
I think that the points of rise and fall should be clearly marked.
A
16 Aug 2019
(United Kingdom)
Very rushed to do in one day
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In 1990, an attempt was made to again saw off the Little Mermaid's head, but the damage was not successful, although the statue did sustain some damage to the neck area.

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Content: Stone painting
This fascinating tour is dedicated to the world-famous art of Florentine mosaic
This fascinating tour is dedicated to the world-famous art of Florentine mosaic.
This technique is called so because the masters of Florence were the first to use the natural, natural pattern of stone to obtain finished paintings.
The history of the Florentine mosaic is inextricably linked with the Medici family.
Description
What awaits you:
• Medici family and Florentine mosaic;
By the end of the 16th century, members of the dynasty had established a large workshop, which for several centuries gave luxury to their private chapel and residence, and also served as a source of constant interest on the part of all the most important European courts.
At the same time, the term “Florentine mosaic ” appeared, meaning the technique when stones of different breeds and, accordingly, hardness were used instead of a homogeneous material.
Unlimited choice of stone significantly enriched the color palette, giving the opportunity to get the effect of picturesqueness.
• The masters used a colored stone, the plates of which are carefully adjusted to each other without a “seam ” visible to the naked eye.
Stone plates can be of any geometric shape, but must be located in the same plane.
The traditions of this amazing craftsmanship have survived to this day and are applied in the practice of the mosaicists of Florence without change.
The history and traditions of the famous Florentine mosaic art
We will start the tour with a visit to the Museum of the Factory of Semi-Precious Stones.
The factory was officially founded in 1588 by order of Duke Ferdinando I of Medici.
Then we will visit one of the oldest workshops in Florence, which still continues to work using ancient tools and ancient techniques.
As in the 16th century, each piece of stone is cut by a simple saw made of a curved branch of wood with iron wire covered with water and sandpowder, the pieces are then glued together with wax and pine resin.
For more than three centuries, most of the work has been devoted to the decoration of the Medici Mausoleum, which will be our last stage.
This luxurious octagonal room is the burial place of the Medici, conceived as the very glorification of the family and decorated with rare semi-precious stones and luxurious colored marble inlays.
Important information:
Please wear comfortable clothing for the weather and comfortable shoes.
Answers to questions
What is included
• Guide services
• Entrance to the workshops is free of charge
What is not included
• For groups of more than 7 people, headphones are ordered (1,5 €– 3 €depending on the number of participants)
• Museum ticket
Place of start and end?
By agreement
When and how long does it last?
When: Monday – Friday, 8: 15-12: 45.
The tour lasts about 3 hours
Who else will be with me?
This is an individual tour, all the attention will be for you and your company.
Group size no more than 6 people.
Important information
• Please
• Wear comfortable clothing according to the weather and comfortable shoes
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In 1998, the statue's head was decapitated once more and stolen, with activists allegedly behind the act; the head was returned anonymously to a nearby television station and was subsequently reattached.

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Content: The festival of large laterns "Dragons, myths and legends" begins
The festival of large laterns "Dragons, myths and legends" begins
With the onset of the dark season, the Lithuanian Pakroja Manor will be illuminated this year by the largest winter event in Northern Europe.
The manor will surprise guests with a festival of light and large laterns "Dragons, myths and legends" inspired by Asian culture.
Among the millions of lights will be new glowing silk laterns of incredible size, specially created for the Pakruoi estate.
On November 26, the brightest festival of the year "Dragons, myths and legends" will open its doors on the territory of a historical estate with an area of fifteen hectares, turning this place into a Christmas and New Year kingdom with more than 50 different artistic light compositions, the ideas and creation of which were contributed by dozens of artists from different Asian countries.
The event will feature incredibly large sculptures specially created for the estate and its surroundings: mythical monsters and light dragons carrying hope and happiness, creeds - cranes and flamingos, a lion bust protecting from evil spirits, a charming oriental goddess and, finally, a sea monster crocodile Van 25 meters long and 5 meters high, which will challenge your courage and even allow you to enter it.
All this will be interspersed with festive action, Christmas fair, carousels, attractions for the whole family, tastes of oriental cuisine, meetings with Santa Claus and unique estate entertainment - craft workshops, a visit to the world-famous historical distillery and much more.
Gallery: Festival of large laterns "Dragons, myths and legends"
“I am glad that in the dark season, the territory of the estate will again light up the festival, where legends come to life.
This year it will be the fifth and possibly the largest event ever held at the estate.
It took tens of kilometers of silk, millions of light bulbs and, I do not exaggerate, hundreds of sleepless creative nights.
The event will also surprise those who have already seen it all, and will be a place where this winter you will have the opportunity to draw magical energy that will accompany you throughout the year: from unprecedented creatures and even from the dragon of the fire lord, which took the form of giant lanterns, ” says the baron of the Pakroi Manor.
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from November 26 to January 8, the Great Asian Lantern Festival "Dragons, Myths and Legends" invites visitors to immerse themselves in the world of oriental mysticism and discovery.
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Throughout the years, the statue has also been targeted with paint, most notably in 1961, 1963, 1988, 1998, 2006, 2007, and 2017, when it was either doused in red or green paint to make political statements on issues such as whaling, involvement in wars, and animal rights.

In 2003, the statue was blasted off its granite perch by explosives, and responsibility was never officially claimed but it was widely believed to be a protest act; after repairs, the statue was restored to its original location within a few months.

Other incidents include the dressing of the statue in various costumes during public demonstrations or sports events, as a form of satirical or political protest, with messages ranging from condemnation of international involvement in military conflicts to calls for societal change.

The repeated attacks and interventions have highlighted the statue as not just a symbol of Copenhagen’s cultural heritage but also as a canvas for ongoing debates within Danish and international society.

The first recorded incident of intentional damage to the Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen occurred in 1964, when the statue's head was sawn off and stolen by politically motivated artists who were never apprehended.

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From the top of her 3.5-metre-high wooden statue, Amal, a giant puppet representing a displaced Syrian child, like a rock star, arrived at the old port of Marseille, one of the stations in an awareness initiative for the reality of refugees.
Hope ’ s journey started in Turkey and will end in November in the UK.
The giant doll left the Turkish city of Gaziantep on the Syrian border on 27 July and is set to arrive in Manchester, UK on 3 November, after crossing 8,000 kilometers and eight countries, where it is set to receive hundreds of cultural events.
This “walk ” trip aims to raise awareness in Europe about the plight of migrants, especially unaccompanied or separated children.

In July 1984, the statue was again targeted and decapitated, with the missing head later returned anonymously to a local television station.

In 1990, one of the statue's arms was sawn off and taken, but was returned within a few days, reportedly after the culprits had a change of heart.

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Content: It is 18 meters long and weighs 380 tons.
Archaeology expert calls for the return of the Egyptian obelisk from Istanbul (Photos)
08: 27 PM Sunday 19 September 2021
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An archaeological study by the researcher specialized in Greek and Roman antiquities, Dr. Hussein Dekel, monitored the fact that the Romans seized the Egyptian obelisk, which is currently located in Sultanahmet Square in Istanbul and smuggled to Constantinople.
In his study, Dekil confirms that the Egyptian obelisk erected in Sultanahmet Square in Istanbul today, dates back to the era of King Thutmose III (1481-1425 BC), and remained in its place in the temple of Karnak for centuries until Constantine II (337-316 AD) moved it to Alexandria to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of his accession to the throne; then it was transferred from Alexandria to Constantinople under the Byzantine Emperor Cytheodotheodotus. The first was in the year 390 AD.
He pointed out that this obelisk of red granite has a real length of 30 meters, but it was damaged during its transfer from Egypt and its current length is 18.45 meters, and its actual weight was initially 380 tons and is still intact today despite the passage of more than 3,500 years since its establishment.
For his part, archaeologist Dr. Abdul Rahim Rayhan, said that this important obelisk carries four clear hieroglyphic inscriptions starting in the name of King Thutmose III and talking about his victories in the battle of the Euphrates in Syria, as shown on its sides also the idol Amun, who offers the sign of life (ankh) to King Thutmose III, while Nari the king offers offerings to the idol Amun.
Rehan added: The base of the obelisk, dating back to the Byzantine era, where it was established in the era of Theodosius I; it was engraved with scenes bearing the image of the emperor, his family and his soldiers; he monitors sports activities such as horse racing and wrestling, and the obelisk - despite all the earthquakes and disturbances suffered by the city of Istanbul for 16 centuries - fixed did not move from its place, In front of the crowds of tourists who come from all over the world.
Rehan notes that King Thutmose III the creator of the obelisk is the sixth ruler of the 18th Dynasty, and is considered one of the greatest warrior kings during the era of the modern state, he is the founder of the first empire witnessed by the world and has been famous for his strong personality, and his military genius and inspires to restore control to Egypt He carried out about sixteen military campaigns in Palestine and Syria during which he was able to consolidate his influence there, and supported him southward in Nubia.
Rehan confirms that Thutmose III, established six other obelisks, most of which are now distributed among several world capitals, Egypt had about 30 ancient Egyptian obelisks, of which only eight remain and the rest were seized and transferred to many foreign countries, through the Romans and the French who looted them when they came to Egypt. France, America and Italy, such as the obelisk given to Britain by Muhammad Ali in 1831.
Or the one in Paris that Muhammad Ali gave to the King of France and is from the era of Ramses II.
Or as the obelisk of Cleopatra in Central Barak Park in New York, which was gifted to America by the daughter of Khedive Ismail after the opening of the Suez Canal.
In Rome, there are currently eight obelisks dating back to the eras of Thutmose III, Thutmose IV, Ramses II, Psamatek I and others, some of which date back to the era of Amenhotep II, such as those now standing in the Vatican Square.
Rehan demands the return of this important obelisk from Istanbul as well as all Egyptian obelisks abroad, which achieve tourist popularity for these countries without any intellectual property rights of the state that owns this great civilization, which taught the world the principles and foundations of human civilization.
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In January 1998, the statue was decapitated for a third time, and the head was later found and reattached.

On September 10, 2003, vandals used explosives to blow the statue off its granite base, causing it to fall into the harbor, but the statue was retrieved and restored.

The statue has also been subjected to various acts of vandalism including being painted red several times, often as a protest or political statement, for example in March 1961, April 2017, and May 2017.

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From the top of her 3.5-metre-high wooden statue, Amal, a giant puppet representing a displaced Syrian child, like a rock star, arrived at the old port of Marseille, one of the stations in an awareness initiative for the reality of refugees.
Hope ’ s journey started in Turkey and will end in November in the UK.
The giant doll left the Turkish city of Gaziantep on the Syrian border on 27 July and is set to arrive in Manchester, UK on 3 November, after crossing 8,000 kilometers and eight countries, where it is set to receive hundreds of cultural events.
This “walk ” trip aims to raise awareness in Europe about the plight of migrants, especially unaccompanied or separated children.

On March 8, 2006, the statue was covered in green paint and dressed in a burqa as a statement against Turkey's accession to the European Union.

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Content: Urgent.
From the top of her 3.5-metre-high wooden statue, Amal, a giant puppet representing a displaced Syrian child, like a rock star, arrived at the old port of Marseille, one of the stations in an awareness initiative for the reality of refugees.
Hope ’ s journey started in Turkey and will end in November in the UK.
The giant doll left the Turkish city of Gaziantep on the Syrian border on 27 July and is set to arrive in Manchester, UK on 3 November, after crossing 8,000 kilometers and eight countries, where it is set to receive hundreds of cultural events.
This “walk ” trip aims to raise awareness in Europe about the plight of migrants, especially unaccompanied or separated children.

In May 2019, slogans referencing anti-whaling protests were painted on the rock beside the statue.

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Content: Urgent.
From the top of her 3.5-metre-high wooden statue, Amal, a giant puppet representing a displaced Syrian child, like a rock star, arrived at the old port of Marseille, one of the stations in an awareness initiative for the reality of refugees.
Hope ’ s journey started in Turkey and will end in November in the UK.
The giant doll left the Turkish city of Gaziantep on the Syrian border on 27 July and is set to arrive in Manchester, UK on 3 November, after crossing 8,000 kilometers and eight countries, where it is set to receive hundreds of cultural events.
This “walk ” trip aims to raise awareness in Europe about the plight of migrants, especially unaccompanied or separated children.

No individual or group has consistently claimed responsibility for the major attacks, though motives frequently relate to political, artistic, or activist statements.

Title:

Content: Urgent.
From the top of her 3.5-metre-high wooden statue, Amal, a giant puppet representing a displaced Syrian child, like a rock star, arrived at the old port of Marseille, one of the stations in an awareness initiative for the reality of refugees.
Hope ’ s journey started in Turkey and will end in November in the UK.
The giant doll left the Turkish city of Gaziantep on the Syrian border on 27 July and is set to arrive in Manchester, UK on 3 November, after crossing 8,000 kilometers and eight countries, where it is set to receive hundreds of cultural events.
This “walk ” trip aims to raise awareness in Europe about the plight of migrants, especially unaccompanied or separated children.

Despite these repeated acts of damage and controversy, the Little Mermaid statue has been restored after every incident and remains a resilient symbol of Copenhagen.

Christmas is not only a festival of joy, but also a season of giving thanks and sharing.

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Content: Christmas is not only a festival of joy, but also a season of giving thanks and sharing.
This year, Grand Hotel and Yunlang Tourism Group hotels responded to the "lighting a lamp named dream" fundraising plan launched by Wang Jiana, the "Taiwan Wood Home Talent Development Association", and took the lead in subscribing for ten handmade lamp holders to create a unique "Yunlang X Wooden Furniture" Christmas tree. Christmas begins with a warm welcome.
In December, Premier Inn will also launch two festive accommodation plans: “AVEDA Happiness Pure Scent ” from NT $5,660 per night and“ AVEDA Pure Scent ” from NT $8,860 per night.
The popular Semi-Buffet returns with the main dish of lobster and rib eye, which is the favorite of gourmets, starting at only NT $2,680 + 10% per person.
Founded by Mr. Wang Chia Na, the “Taiwan Wooden Furniture Association ” has led local students to cultivate woodworking skills and transform the lives of underprivileged students for 25 years while teaching at Yutung Junior High School in Hualien.
With limited resources, Wang Jiana and the students of the woodworking class used Damao black melon glass bottles to create a handmade lamp stand representing hope, giving the glass bottles sustainable life, and launched a fundraising plan to “light a lamp called a dream ”, and the surplus of the fundraising will be donated to 88 nursing homes in Taiwan.
On November 21, the hotel invited guests and diners to join the fund-raising program. Just sweep the QR code to sponsor the subscription lamp holder, each of which is NT $5,000, looking forward to gathering the strength of everyone. Light up more of the island ’ s need for warmth and pass on love and blessings.
In addition to supporting Teacher Wang Jiana ’ s lighting project, Grand Hotel also launched a “Christmas Small Fundraising Campaign ” this time, encouraging guests to donate freely to the“ Taiwan Wooden Furniture Talent Development Association ” to support Teacher Wang Jiana ’ s efforts to cultivate wood professionals in rural children, and to establish roots in their hometown and reverse the fate of disadvantaged children.
On the occasion of this New Year ’ s Eve of love, Grand Hotel has been working with AVEDA, a brand of floral care that strives for environmental sustainability and physical and mental balance, to launch a total of two housing projects, “AVEDA Happiness Pure Fragrance ” and“ AVEDA Pure Fragrance and Delicacies ”. During the festive season, you can also use love to ignite the hope of the future of children in rural areas.
From NT $5,660 per night, stay will receive AVEDA ’ s limited Christmas gift box worth NT $4,050, which brings together five brands ’ most popular Shampure range of scalp and body series, including: Pure Shampoo 250ml, Body Lotion, Body Lotion 50ml each, The air spray 20ml contains 25 kinds of pure flowers from Bulgarian lavender, Malagasy Yilan, chamomile, bitter orange leaves, and so on, so that the body and mind around the happy and happy breath.
In addition, the brand ’ s signature wooden hair comb, “All-round Scalp Skin Care Invitation Card ” and“ Customized Wooden Hair comb Engraving Service Voucher ” are also provided to provide exclusive “Customized Engraving Service ”.
From NT $8,860 per night, stay in AVEDA ’ s limited Christmas gift box with AVEDA value of NT $4,050. Scallops, creamy pumpkin soup, gravy in a top oven with 15oz of American Rib Eye, and sweet and charming bacon apple pie and vanilla ice cream with three selected side wines: Moscato Sparkling Wine, Spanish Red Wine and Eggnog Christmas Egg Wine. Delicate and delicious food for a happy Christmas.
In addition, the popular Semi-Buffet returns with two western delicacies for dinner on December 23 and lunch and dinner on December 24. One is the favorite and juicy “Carbon Roasted American Wet Rib Eye (12 oz) ”, and the other is a classic marine delicacies.“ Traditional boiled lobster, charcoal grilled Aurora Ranch rib eye (6 ounces) ”, one glass of red wine for each person, and unlimited access to the colorful salad bar, including: fresh fresh sashimi, handmade rolls, sushi, contemporary seafood, a variety of exotic appetizers, fresh vegetables and lettuce table, and up to 15 kinds of exquisite European delicacies Sweets and Movenpick ice cream, from NT $2,680 + 10% per person.
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“Little Amo” is a 3.5-meter tall puppet whose name means “hope” in Arabic.

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Giant dolls walk 8000 km to call attention to refugee children, welcome by Pope Jude Law
The giant doll, Little Amal, began hiking more than 8,000 kilometers across eight European countries from the Syrian-Turkish border in July this year.
She passed through Greece, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, France, and finally crossed the English Channel, arriving in London, England on October 23.
“Little Amo ” is a 3.5-meter tall puppet whose name means“ hope ” in Arabic. The character is a 9-year-old Syrian refugee girl who has been separated from her family while on the run and is searching for her mother.
Called “The Walk, ” the art project is run by four puppeteers and is based in 70 cities, where art performances, community talks and charity events related to refugee issues will be held.
Little Amor not only marches in the streets of cities, but also presents a theatrical performance, such as in Milan, Italy. In early September, she went to Rome and was welcomed by the residents, even Pope Francis personally.
The founders of the Good Chance Theatre, who organized the event, had lived close to Syrian refugees, so they wanted to draw international attention to the plight of children through this large-scale project, while also presenting the rich face of refugees, knowing them better and generating empathy.
With 100,000 Syrians now fleeing their homes to Kilis, Turkey, it is difficult for the refugees to feed their next meal.
Little Amo ’ s story has a perfect ending, but Syrian children still in refugee camps face the unknown.
According to a report by human rights groups, if they are arrested and repatriated, they may end up in torture or prison, with 65 cases reported so far in 2017.
In recent years, member states of the European Union have erected "fortress of Europe", offering harsh measures to prevent refugees, which is precisely the issue that this long journey of Little Amo hopes to highlight.
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Simon Ma’s “Small World Tour” was presented to the Hong Kong Society for the Promotion of Arts.

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The exhibition, organized by Simon Ma (Ma Hing-wen), became the second stop of the world tour and held a celebration event on 18 February. Mr. Lan Kwai, Chief Executive Officer of the Hong Kong Jockey Club, invited Mr. Lan Kwai Pak, Chief Executive Officer of the Hong Kong Jockey Club, to attend the event. The Chairman of Fong Group, Mr John Sheng; Mr Lam Ching-choi, Member of the Executive Council of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region; Mr Carmelo Ficarra, Consul General of Italy in Hong Kong; and a number of distinguished guests from various sectors of the community participated in the event.
"Little Dragon Horse" was created by Simon Ma.
The 250 3D “Little Dragon Horses ” are now on display in the Central Hall of the Hong Kong Central Exchange until the 22nd of this month. Highlights include“ Hello Hong Kong! ” Little Dragon Horses and “Ferrari China 30th Anniversary Edition Little Dragon Horses ”.
Among them, the "Ferrari China 30th Anniversary Edition Dragon Horse" is made of cast copper and based on Ferrari's classic car design, only 30 sets are released worldwide.
The exhibition also showcased 60 "Little Dragon Horses" painted by people from different ethnic groups and social strata, including the works of the Consulates of different countries in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, students of various primary and secondary schools and special schools in Hong Kong, elderly people participating in the Jockey Club Living City Project and young male prisoners.
In addition, more than 600 selected works of the “Little Dragon Horse Creative City Competition ” will be shown on the LED screen in the exhibition, allowing participants to enjoy a series of exquisite works at a close distance.
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In order to unite the efforts of all parties, the Foundation invited representatives from different sectors to participate in the event, including local charities and youth organizations.
Through arts activities, the Foundation aims to provide an opportunity for different organizations to communicate and become a “dragon horse ” of guardian angels, helping children and young people who need different kinds of attention and care (such as autism, physical disability, cancer or mental illness) to integrate into society.
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Mr. Ma Hing-man, Chairman of the Little Dragon Horse Charitable Foundation, said, “Since its establishment at the beginning of last year, the Foundation has held a number of art events and exhibitions in China and Hong Kong.
The Foundation will continue to work with major charities and youth groups to promote social inclusion through arts education, inspire creativity and pass on positive values to the younger generation, and spread love and positive energy to the world. ”
Simon Ma is committed to charity.
After the exhibition of “Little Dragon Horse Around the World Exhibition • Hong Kong Station ”, the next stop will be moved to other cities such as Mainland China and Italy.
In addition to sending blessings to Hong Kong, the Foundation hopes to continue to promote the spirit and positive energy of the “Little Dragon Horse ” around the world.
(From left to right) Mr Lo Chi-lok, Deputy Chairman of the Siu Kwai Charitable Foundation, Mr Michael Kang, Deputy Chairman of the Republic of Italy Hong Kong, Mr David Sheng, Mr Lam Ching, Mr Lan Kwai Fong, Mr Kwai Fong, Chairman of the Siu Kwai Fong Charitable Foundation, Mr Joseph Ying, Chairman of the Hong Kong Foundation and Mr David Chow Home Miss.
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After the exhibition of “Little Dragon Horse Around the World Exhibition • Hong Kong Station”, the next stop will be moved to other cities such as Mainland China and Italy.

Almost half a century later, Ramesses II’s sarcophagus will return to Paris.

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Almost half a century later, Ramesses II ’ s sarcophagus will return to Paris.
After nearly half a century on display in Paris in 1976, the sarcophagus of Ramses II, the Pharaoh star of Tutankhamun, is back in France, and it will become a high point of light for a major exhibition event in the French capital this spring.
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Oslo’s Fram Museum is on the outskirts of the city, and I’m half an hour away by bus from the city centre.

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Oslo ’ s Fram Museum is on the outskirts of the city, and I ’ m half an hour away by bus from the city centre.
This is a museum group with two other museums nearby in addition to the Forward.
When you get out of the car, you see the huge triangle of the Forward Museum, standing like an iron tent, next to the Osloch fjord.
It was a cold, drizzly afternoon in February 2020, the epidemic had just reached northern Europe, and there was almost no one around, only a few men standing outside the museum looking at the sea.
I looked closer and found that the five men who were wearing bloated were bronze statues.
They are the protagonists of this museum.
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When you get out of the car, you see the huge triangle of the Forward Museum, standing like an iron tent, next to the Osloch fjord.

It was a cold, drizzly afternoon in February 2020, the epidemic had just reached northern Europe, and there was almost no one around, only a few men standing outside the museum looking at the sea.

They are the protagonists of this museum.

Dutch Classical and Modern Encounter
The Dutch name is as beautiful as its scenery, and there is always a feeling that once you set foot on this land, you never want to leave.

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From windmills with national symbolism, to avant-garde modern buildings; from the “Venice of the North of Europe ” to the Van Gogh Museum, which houses a large collection of Van Gogh works … The Netherlands is a fascinating place.
Following the author's footsteps, he wandered through four cities that are both modern and ancient, both prosperous and simple.
Singapore and the Netherlands have opened the Vaccinator Travel Channel (VTL), which has captivated many European backpackers.
The Dutch name is as beautiful as its scenery, and there is always a feeling that once you set foot on this land, you never want to leave.
The Netherlands is a fascinating place with numerous and varied attractions.
Whether it is urban or rural, there is a modern and simple, rich in prosperity and compatible with the ancient and simple cultural charm.
The Netherlands is a bicycle kingdom, and cycling is the best thing for sightseeing.
There are nearly 20 million bicycles in the country, which is even more than the local population of the Netherlands.
Walking the streets of every city in the Netherlands, you will find that men, women and children are riding a bicycle across the road and whistling in your ear.
The Netherlands also has a city symbol, or national symbol of the building, that is, the traditional windmill.
Unlike the slender and towering windmills of modern wind power plants, the traditional windmills of the Netherlands are used as mills, and a large part of the windmills are built on the river, when wind energy is not available, the power of water can be used to mill wheat, so the windmills can be said to be the brainchild of the ancient Dutch people.
Now people no longer need this kind of mill windmill, but almost every city retains such an old windmill, as a city landscape, but also to tell people the story of the past.
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Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands, known as the "Venice of the North of Europe", and the beautiful canal is like an important blood line that runs through the entire city.
The three main canals: the Gentleman Canal, the Prince Canal and the Emperor Canal were excavated in the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century to form a concentric belt around the city, known as the Canal Belt.
There are more than a thousand bridges and bridges throughout the city, which are part of the beautiful scenery of Amsterdam.
When you walk around Amsterdam, whether by bike or on foot, you get lost in the canals.
The water level of the canal is almost the same as the street, and a small boat is anchored on the shore, known as the water family.
The owners of these boathouses are mostly artists, writers and some romantic young people.
The Netherlands was once known as the “coachman at sea ” for its excellent shipping business, and Amsterdam ’ s canals were listed as one of the“ World Cultural Heritage ” in 2010. Bridges of various shapes, turquoise waters, beautiful houseboats, attractive water restaurants, water bars, water cafes.
At night in Amsterdam, the lights will be lit along the canal and on the bridge, full of romantic atmosphere.
Dam Square, near the Kaiser Canal, is the main square in Amsterdam.
Whether in the past or now, it has always been a bustling place for people to come and go, an active urban center.
Here can be used as a starting point for visiting Amsterdam, four-wheel carriages, trams, cars, buses are here to pass, very convenient, you can also walk around.
Especially important, you can also enjoy the beautiful appearance of the Dutch royal palace here, as well as the impressive triangular lintel carvings.
Compared to Dam Square, the nearby new square (Nieuwmarkt) is old and dilapidated.
But if you go in the evening, you will find that the new square is a gathering place for the Dutch.
They held concerts there, and there were bar singers playing guitar in the open tent.
The new square is a place to get close to Dutch culture.
Amsterdam has many art galleries and museums beyond the reach of any other city. It is also quite convenient to visit the museum by boat, visiting the main museums in the city, and you can get on and off the ship at any time.
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, close to the Singer Canal, is the most popular museum in the Netherlands and one of the most famous in the world.
The museum displays 8,000 works of art, which let people see and imagine.
In addition, the museum also exhibits ceramics, glass art and silverware, and has the largest Asian collection in the Netherlands, outdoor exhibition areas and gardens.
It is a 20-minute walk from the National Museum to the Anne Frank House.
It is one of the most popular and visited places in Amsterdam.
Anne ’ s House is a museum with a story, the former secret room where the Jewish girl Anne Frank hid.
During the Second World War, she wrote the famous "Diary of Anne" here, detailing two years of refuge life.
Today, the refuge has become a famous anti-fascist and racist museum in the Netherlands.
Anne's House not only displays Anne's precious diary manuscripts, but also the daily necessities of the year, all the arrangements are kept as they are.
The Van Gogh Museum, close to the Singer Canal, is Amsterdam ’ s favorite attraction. The Van Gogh Museum houses the largest collection of Van Gogh paintings in the world, as well as works by other 19th century artists.
These art treasures have become the core of the entire collection of the museum, and are rare first-hand materials to study and understand the master's creative process.
In addition to the three museums mentioned above, there are many interesting museums, and a detailed study of each is enough to stay in Amsterdam for three days.
Rotterdam is full of architectural wonders.
Rotterdam, the second largest city in the Netherlands, is the world ’ s largest port, with its soaring skyline and some of the most innovative buildings.
The train from Amsterdam to Rotterdam takes about 40 minutes.
Rotterdam city attractions are quite concentrated, the main attractions can be reached by foot from Rotterdam railway station, or by tram shuttle to the city.
After experiencing the ruins of the Second World War, Rotterdam simply embraced modern architecture and became an architectural laboratory in Europe, building many very avant-garde and unique buildings, and the Cube House is one of them.
Looking at the three-dimensional block house from afar, you can see a huge cube connected together, each cube is tilted at an angle of 45 degrees, and only one angle stands on a hexagonal column like a single arm upside down.
Closer to the observation, it was found that each cube was a separate house, with three faces facing the ground and the other three facing the sky.
There are currently 51 cubicle houses, 38 of which are private residences, while others are part of offices, clothing stores, snack bars, cafes or schools.
Located not far from the square house, Market Hall is a new horseshoe shaped building with a large indoor market in the center and shops and houses on both sides of the floor.
The ceiling of the market projected animation, very thoughtful.
The market sells a wide range of food, including Dutch snacks and even famous dishes from various countries.
Come to the windmill kingdom of Holland, not to explore the local windmill culture is not to have been to the Netherlands, and the best way to explore the Dutch windmill culture is to go deep into the local traditional villages.
Kinderdijk was originally a flat village in Rotterdam, but due to frequent flooding, 19 windmills were built in the 18th century, making it the largest windmill group in the Netherlands.
These 19 windmills can be said to be a typical model of the Dutch landscape, but also a witness to the history and culture of the Netherlands, has been included in the World Heritage List.
A half-day tour from Rotterdam to the Children ’ s Causeway, a leisurely walk under an old windmill amid the river and grass in the countryside, is an experience you can ’ t miss.
Noble and elegant The Hague
Many people know that Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands, but they do not necessarily know that the Dutch government is not in Amsterdam, but in another city, The Hague.
A 45-minute train ride from Amsterdam to The Hague.
It is the seat of the central government and parliament of the Netherlands, and the Dutch royal family is also here, so it is known as the "royal capital".
The Hague is a metropolis with classical and modern art buildings, unlike the wide streets of other Dutch cities.
The high-rise buildings in the center of the city exude the vitality of the international metropolis of The Hague, everywhere are statues of royal aristocrats, and the ubiquitous churches and palaces combine the ancient royal atmosphere and rich marine cultural heritage to form a beautiful landscape.
Among the many government agencies in The Hague, the Binnenhof is the most attractive place.
As a landmark building in The Hague, this parliament building with a Gothic church style is more thoroughly integrated with the blue sky, whether you are looking outside or inside, you will be immersed in a blue world.
The Capitol is the venue for important state banquets and ceremonies.
Every year on the third Tuesday of September, the Dutch monarch arrives in a golden carriage to deliver the Throne Speech.
Strolling in the broad inner court of the parliament building and the outside of the river, as if in the medieval Netherlands, vaguely see the heroic and handsome knights and noble royal family.
Walk in to be surprised to find that the quaint castle building has floor-to-ceiling glass, escalators, reinforced concrete and other modern architectural elements.
The parliament building is next to the large Hofvijver lake (Hofvijver), along the lake to take the view of the inner courtyard is one of the classic scenery of The Hague, across the lake to see the parliament building can feel the solemn and ancient castle.
The Peace Palace is another landmark in The Hague.
The palace was named the Peace Palace to express the importance of settling disputes and maintaining peace in the world.
The Peace Palace is the seat of the International Court of Justice, the International Law Library and the International Law Academy, where many international war criminals are tried.
It symbolizes the harmonious coexistence of the blue of justice and the blue of peace, making it the capital of international peace and justice.
The magnificent architecture of the Peace Palace forms a harmonious picture with the azure sky.
In The Hague, you can be very political and you can be very literary.
In addition to being the royal capital, the artistic atmosphere of The Hague is also very strong.
The museums and galleries here gather the top works of many famous painters over the past five centuries.
The interior of the Mauritshuis is very classical and gorgeous, and the paintings on the walls are like the decoration of the old palace, so harmonious that it feels not like you are visiting the museum, but a magnificent 17th century palace.
The museum has a collection of 800 paintings, 50 miniature models, 20 sculptures and various prints, all of which are masterpieces.
The famous Dutch oil painting "Girl with Pearl Earrings" is also collected here.
Many people come to the Morretes Museum to catch a glimpse of the charming smile of the “Mona Lisa of the North. ”
It is such a seemingly inconspicuous oil painting, but it has attracted many literati and tourists to stop here.
The flashing eyes of the woman in the painting show ardent feelings, and the curvature of the mouth exudes a vulgar temperament, which makes people easily melt in the gaze of this emotional vein.
Closer than the Mona Lisa, Vermeer ’ s maiden, radiates like a pearl, making people ’ s eyes wander and wander.
Utrecht – Vibrant Old Town
Utrecht is the fourth largest city in the Netherlands, half an hour by train from Amsterdam and very easy to reach.
Utrecht has a history of nearly 2000 years, and the old city still retains the scenery that has not changed for hundreds of years.
The city center of Utrecht is small, and the main attractions are concentrated in the area and can be reached by foot.
Most of Utrecht's busiest streets and oldest buildings are located on both sides of the old canal.
This old canal has a history of nearly 1,000 years, giving birth to the development of the whole city.
Following the steps of the predecessors, wandering along the old canal, you can see the essence of Utrecht.
The most unique of the old canal is that its embankment adopts a two-tier design, and the lower level is very close to the water surface.
This structure is designed to fit in with the warehouse located in the building cellar to facilitate the transport of goods by ships.
Most of the old cellar warehouses have now been turned into restaurants and bars.
At the Utrecht embankment, eating at a close distance by the canal is also a must-try experience for visiting Utrecht.
The Dom Tower, the most important landmark and symbol of Utrecht, is the tallest tower in the Netherlands and can be seen in the city center.
Visitors can climb the tower and have a bird's-eye view of the city.
Utrecht is the hometown of Miffy author Dick Bruna, so there are many attractions about Miffy in the city, including the Nijntje Museum.
In addition to exhibiting works about Miffy Rabbit, the museum is also a children's playground, with many interactive rides for children, so the museum is mostly for children.
The most lively intersection in the city center, stands a traffic light in the shape of Miffy Rabbit, which may be the infiltration of urban culture in urban space and life.
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The Netherlands also has a city symbol, or national symbol of the building, that is, the traditional windmill.

Now people no longer need this kind of mill windmill, but almost every city retains such an old windmill, as a city landscape, but also to tell people the story of the past.

The water level of the canal is almost the same as the street, and a small boat is anchored on the shore, known as the water family.

But if you go in the evening, you will find that the new square is a gathering place for the Dutch.

It is one of the most popular and visited places in Amsterdam.

Anne’s House is a museum with a story, the former secret room where the Jewish girl Anne Frank hid.

During the Second World War, she wrote the famous "Diary of Anne" here, detailing two years of refuge life.

The Van Gogh Museum houses the largest collection of Van Gogh paintings in the world, as well as works by other 19th century artists.

The market sells a wide range of food, including Dutch snacks and even famous dishes from various countries.

The Peace Palace is another landmark in The Hague.

In addition to being the royal capital, the artistic atmosphere of The Hague is also very strong.

The museums and galleries here gather the top works of many famous painters over the past five centuries.

Many people come to the Morretes Museum to catch a glimpse of the charming smile of the “Mona Lisa of the North."

Utrecht – Vibrant Old Town
The city center of Utrecht is small, and the main attractions are concentrated in the area and can be reached by foot.

Following the steps of the predecessors, wandering along the old canal, you can see the essence of Utrecht.

International Video _ Syrian Girl Puppet Walks 8000 KM to Raise Public’s Attention to Refugees
Little Amal, the giant puppet, set off from the Turkish city of Gaziantep in Syria in July this year, heading west through Greece, Italy, France, etc., and arrived in Manchester, England in November.

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Little Amal, the giant puppet, set off from the Turkish city of Gaziantep in Syria in July this year, heading west through Greece, Italy, France, etc., and arrived in Manchester, England in November.
In the backstory, Amal the Younger (which means “hope ” in Arabic) is a 9-year-old Syrian girl who is separated from her family as she escapes from her war-torn home.
“Refugees need food and blankets, but they also need dignity and a voice, ” said Amir Nizar Zuabi, project manager.“ Little Amal is 3.5 meters tall because we want the world to be big enough to welcome her, and we want her to inspire us to think higher and act bigger. ”
Little Amal will continue to parade over the next month to spread a message of concern for refugees.
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There are three classic angles to watching “The Blessing of the Big Fish”: standing on the first floor and looking up.

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When you come to Anping, Tainan, you can enjoy ancient buildings, walk in the ancient streets, taste local snacks, and experience the water scenery on a canal cruise.
Now, an amazing new attraction has been added to the Anping Gangbin Historical Park – “The Blessing of Big Fish ”
This sculptural work, full of artistic feeling, not only shows the ingenuity and creativity of the artist, but also the new highlight of this beautiful coastline. It is definitely worth visiting.
This spectacular public art of whales is crafted by shortlisted Golden Horse Award Best Short Film director Yang Shi-yi (Ah Kui)
The two-story sculpture, 23 meters long, 10 meters wide and 8 meters high, attracted many eyes during construction.
Gui and his team members have worked tirelessly throughout the creation process, constantly adjusting every detail of the work.
Including the lighting angle, after repeated testing, finally illuminated the whole scene
The completion of this sculpture is the crystallization of their perseverance and efforts, and will add a unique splendor to this land.
Greetings from Big Fish: Gangbin Historical Park, Anyi Bridge, Anyi Road, Anping District, Tainan City
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This large piece is not only stunning, but also provides a unique experience of entering the “fish belly ” to enjoy the sea view and sunset.
There are three classic angles to watching “The Blessing of the Big Fish ”: standing on the first floor and looking up.
You can see the bottom of Taiwan Island, made up of 448 pieces of colored glazed glass, symbolizing respect and respect for the land.
On the second floor, looking down at Taiwan Island, it symbolizes gratitude; once again, look up at the people around you.
You will realize that you are in the same land and must treat each other well, just as Taiwan has done for us.
These perspectives not only allow you to appreciate the beauty of the artwork, but also to deeply feel the solemn thinking and blessing of the land, people and life.
Let ’ s enjoy this special viewing experience and feel the warmth and meaning it contains.
This work, in the form of a whale, is not only a piece of art to display and watch, but also a spiritual transmission and cultural cohesion.
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Longest-running street art “Red Ball Project” The power of public art inspires the imagination of the audience
For more than 20 years, it has been the longest touring street art project.

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Hong Kong has always liked to introduce a lot of giant installation art, and the attraction of public art is that whether art lovers or not, can be shocked by the huge or large amount of art, can simply punch the card or can think about the meaning or message behind the work.
One of the earliest to catch the public eye may be the RedBall Project, conceived by American artist Kurt Perschke, which launched a project in 2001 to "plug" giant inflatable red balloons measuring about 5 meters in diameter and weighing more than 100 kilograms into the landscape of major cities around the world.
After many years of travelling around the world, Red Ball finally returned to Asia this year and plans to arrive in Tainan at the end of March, raising expectations of a visit to Hong Kong in the near future.
The original RedBall appeared in the United States in 2001.
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The RedBall Project has visited more than 40 cities, including Barcelona, Portland, Sydney, Chicago, Toronto, Tokyo, Taipei, etc. For more than 20 years, it has been the longest touring street art project.
The original RedBall appeared in the United States of America.
Louis, when the local artist Kurt Perschke was invited to create a work to highlight the grandeur of a bridge, but Kurt thought about a lot of solutions that failed to achieve anything, and finally randomly painted a red ball on the sketch and found it very interesting.
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Kurt Perschke originally studied sculpture, so his creative concept started from sculpture, but he wanted to integrate the traditional art craftsmanship of sculpture into the urban environment, become part of the urban landscape, and communicate with the audience. The popularity of RedBall is due in part to the rise of online culture and social media. The interesting thing about RedBall is that it is always squeezed between buildings. The height and shape are just the distance that the public can see and reach, changing the established view of the city and turning the city into a canvas. RedBall invites people to think and discuss where they should be next. Where to encourage everyone ’ s imagination, directly turn the audience into participants, with the powerful power of creating a common imagination for the experiencer.
Next, from March 29 to April 7, RedBall will return to Taiwan. Since RedBall will only visit one city, after visiting Taipei in 2010, it will go to Tainan for the next time. During the 10-day exhibition period, RedBall will move to different locations every day. All locations are determined by Kurt himself, including Anping Castle, Ganting Pavilion, National Cheng Kung University Future Museum and Nature Reserve. Such as the coastal sand dunes, Wenyuan River basin.
Every time RedBall visits the city, the local people can deeply appreciate the fun and unusual life, break the boring routine, and even make residents born here re-examine the meaning of some buildings and landscapes, and pay more attention to the city.
What is good public art, there has never been an established answer, the object of public art is the public, so the public's feelings, imagination, and what they get from the work jointly determine the value of the work. Kurt has said that over the years, the public is not limited to the language, cultural background, age to participate in this project, so he is more enthusiastic to continue to invite everyone, this is the essence of RedBall.

The original RedBall appeared in the United States of America.

The popularity of RedBall is due in part to the rise of online culture and social media.

Life is full of ingenuity, as long as you are willing to move your mind and hands, seemingly inconspicuous small interests, you can also add a lot of fun to the dull day!

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Content: Paper cutting and eye-catching photography have 500,000 fans.
International Center Tsai Sha-ling / General Report
2022-09-10 09: 00: 00
Life is full of ingenuity, as long as you are willing to move your mind and hands, seemingly inconspicuous small interests, you can also add a lot of fun to the dull day!
There is a man in his 30s in the United Kingdom, because he likes to cut paper, and he accidentally uploaded his small works to the Internet with Big Ben in London, which he did not expect to become popular, as well as a world-renowned private travel guide publisher to cooperate with him, sponsor some of his travels around the world, and shoot more amazing works.
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Rich McCor, himself a professional photographer, from the United Kingdom, knows what London ’ s iconic landmarks are, and thus has the idea of “wanting to photograph London in an unprecedented way ”, and the whole thing begins with a cleverly placed paper-cut photograph of a watchband on a big London clock.
A few years ago, one day, McColl completed the shooting operation in front of the big stupid clock, a father and daughter came over, curious to ask what he was shooting, and asked if he could see the photos, McColl showed them his "works", the other encouraged him to make more of this kind of fun gadgets, so that people can appreciate London and even other cities through a different perspective. Why not enjoy the hobby of paper-cutting and the profession of photography?
Fortunately, after McColl ’ s bullknife trial, which attracted thousands of IG fans in a short period of time, he was soon approached by a sponsor, Lonely Planet, a world-renowned private travel guide publisher, to sponsor part of his trip to Europe, allowing him to extend his work to Paris, Stockholm, Copenhagen and other well-known cities.
The Roman Arena, the statue of David the Contemplation in Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, and the Louvre in Paris.... Soon, McColl ’ s footprint was no longer confined to Europe, but also to the United States, Brazil, Dubai and even Asia. It is also amazing to turn Tokyo ’ s famous Sky Tower into a flute for girls to play.
McColl plays wherever he goes, and the number of people following him on IG is increasing, and by 2022, he has more than 500,000 fans.
Although his fame grew, McColl did not fall into the trap of fame. For him, these works combined his love of life and his flexible use of hobbies and professionalism, and developed his motivation to explore the world more. And something changed.
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Although his fame grew, McColl did not fall into the trap of fame.

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