### The Little Mermaid Statue: A History of Repeated Intentional Damages

The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen is not only the city's most photographed landmark but also one of its most frequently vandalized works of public art.

Since its creation by sculptor Edvard Eriksen in 1913, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale, the statue has endured numerous attacks, reflecting shifting social, political, and countercultural sentiments in Denmark.

**Major Incidents of Vandalism:**

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**1964 – First Decapitation:**
   The most notorious attack occurred on April 24, 1964, when the statue's head was sawn off and stolen.

The head was never recovered.

This act was carried out by artists and activists as a statement against the "bourgeois" values symbolized by the statue and the prevailing Danish establishment culture.

The artist Jørgen Nash of the Situationist movement later claimed responsibility as a form of artistic protest and political action.

**1984 – Second Decapitation:**
   On July 22, 1984, the statue was once again decapitated.

This time, the head was returned anonymously to a nearby television station.

The motivations are less clear but believed to be similar – acts of political or artistic provocation.

**1984 – Amputation of Right Arm:**
   Just a few months after the decapitation, the statue was further damaged when vandals cut off her right arm.

The arm was eventually returned, tied to a nearby fence, suggesting the action was meant to draw attention rather than permanently disfigure.

**1990 – Attempted Removal:**
   In 1990, vandals tried to saw off the statue at the base, attempting to topple it into the water.

The attempt failed, but the base was damaged.

This attack aligned with other forms of protest against government and capitalist symbols.

**1998 – Third Decapitation:**
   The statue was again decapitated, continuing the trend of symbolic beheadings.

The head was returned shortly afterward.

**2003 – Bombing:**
   On September 11, 2003, explosives were attached to the statue’s base, toppling it from its stone and severely damaging both the statue and the plinth.

This was one of the most serious attacks and was interpreted as a radical protest, with no perpetrators ever caught.

**Graffiti and Paint Attacks:**
   Over the decades, the statue has been repeatedly doused with paint – red, black, and various colors – often as a protest against Denmark’s policies or international events (for example, during the EU summits or to draw attention to specific causes like whaling or anti-capitalism).

**2017 – Political Slogans:**
   The statue was covered in red paint with slogans like "Free Abdulle," protesting international political issues, reminding the world of the global resonance the statue has as a symbol.

**Summary and Cultural Significance:**
These attacks, while criminal in nature, are often interpreted as acts not only of vandalism but of counter-cultural protest, reflecting tensions within Danish society and global concerns.

The statue, intended as a tribute to innocence and longing, has inadvertently become a canvas for radical expression—turning it into a living symbol of both Danish culture and the recurring push-and-pull between mainstream values and counter-cultural activism.

Today, reinforced and closely watched, the Little Mermaid continues to stand (and occasionally, to be knocked down), reminding visitors that icons are not just revered—they are also questioned, challenged, and, at times, literally decapitated in the pursuit of deeper social and artistic debate.

**SUMMARY: Intentional Damages to Copenhagen's Little Mermaid Statue**

The Little Mermaid statue, perched at Langelinie in Copenhagen since 1913, has become an enduring symbol of Danish culture.

Yet, its fame has made it a repeated target for acts of political protest, vandalism, and counter-cultural statements.

Here are documented incidents of intentional damage over the years, including details on perpetrators and motives when known:

**1.

1964: Beheading**
- **Date:** April 24, 1964
- **Incident:** The statue’s head was sawn off and stolen.

- **Damage:** Lost its head (found months later, but a new head was made and attached).

- **Perpetrators/Motive:** Never officially found.

Later, Danish artist Jørgen Nash claimed responsibility—his group, part of the Situationist movement, sought to challenge cultural icons and the commodification of art.

1984: Arm Amputated**
- **Date:** July 21, 1984
- **Incident:** The right arm was sawn off.

- **Damage:** Loss of the right arm (later returned anonymously).

- **Perpetrators/Motive:** Several suspects questioned but no one charged.

Motives are unclear; possibly an act of vandalism for notoriety or a drunken prank.

1998: Second Beheading**
- **Date:** September 6, 1998
- **Incident:** Head was again sawn off and taken away.

- **Damage:** Lost its head (head returned anonymously).

- **Perpetrators/Motive:** Two women and a man were involved; some sources connect the act to left-wing activists.

Motive possibly related to a protest or stunt.

2003: Blown Off Rock**
- **Date:** September 11, 2003
- **Incident:** Statue was blasted off her perch by explosives.

- **Damage:** Statue knocked into the water, sustained severe damage and required restoration.

- **Perpetrators/Motive:** Perpetrators never caught; suspected as a protest action.

One theory links it to resentment against commercialization and Disneyfication after “The Little Mermaid” (Disney) movie.

Paint Attacks and Other Vandalism**
- The Mermaid was drenched in **red paint** in 1961, 1963, and **multiple times since** (notably in 2004, 2007, and 2017), often for political protests:
  - **2007:** Painted red with a protest against Danish involvement in Iraq.

- **2017:** “Free Abdulle” written on stones nearby to protest Somali issues.

- **2020:** "Racist Fish" spray-painted as a Black Lives Matter solidarity protest.

Other Disruptions:**
- Dressed in a burqa (2004) as a protest about the Turkish EU membership debate.

- “Save the Whales” and similar slogans have appeared on the statue or its base.

**Cultural and Counter-Cultural Context:**
The attacks are frequently politically motivated or driven by counter-cultural sentiment, targeting the statue as a symbol of Danish identity, mainstream culture, or global consumerism.

While some actions are pure vandalism, others are deliberate, performative acts intended to force public dialogue or critique societal values.

**Conclusion:**
The Little Mermaid's repeated targeting tells a parallel story to its fairytale roots: a cultural icon constantly contested and reinterpreted by each new generation—an urban legend not just in bronze, but in acts of defiance and protest.

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### The Little Mermaid Statue: A History of Repeated Intentional Damages

The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen is not only the city's most photographed landmark but also one of its most frequently vandalized works of public art.

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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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Since its creation by sculptor Edvard Eriksen in 1913, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale, the statue has endured numerous attacks, reflecting shifting social, political, and countercultural sentiments in Denmark.

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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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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).

**1964 – First Decapitation:**
   The most notorious attack occurred on April 24, 1964, when the statue's head was sawn off and stolen.

The head was never recovered.

This act was carried out by artists and activists as a statement against the "bourgeois" values symbolized by the statue and the prevailing Danish establishment culture.

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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 recently opened Venice Biennale -- an 8-month-long international festival of art and culture staged every other year (though it skipped 2021 due to the pandemic) -- is an opportunity to see some of the world's best artists all in one place.

The event, with origins dating back to 1895, is formed of three parts: The central show, housed in a series of sprawling industrial buildings in an old dockyards area known as Arsenale, and in the main pavilion of the Giardini della Biennale; the national pavilions, most of which are in the Giardini which is home an architectural mismash of houses built in historical and modern styles from 29 countries including the UK, France, Japan, Brazil and the US; and finally, a series of satellite or "collateral" exhibitions and pop-up events dotted throughout the city.

Each year, an artistic director is appointed to curate the central exhibit which in many ways sets the tone for the whole festival. This time the privilege went to Italy's own Cecilia Alemani whose day job is to run the art programme for Manhattan's High Line in New York. Her Venice show titled "The Milk of Dreams," was inspired by a children's book of the same name by the late artist and author Leonora Carrington. In tribute to the surrealist picture-book, the exhibit is filled with wonderfully implausible treasures; it is also a robust tribute to women in art. In a complete flip-reversal of the norm, in the over 200 artists included, it's often difficult to spot the work of a man.

It's a vast, occasionally overwhelming, display of art. And to enjoy even a small portion of the delights on offer, a plan is needed. This writer walked over 10 miles a day in an effort to canvas the city and still left feeling as though more could have been seen.

So give yourself at least two days if you can, pack your most comfortable shoes and don't forget to hydrate.

Day 1

It all begins with getting your ticket from the main Arsenale ticket office (or on the website). Once you're armed with that all important barcode, start the day at Alemani's "The Milk of Dreams" exhibit which you can access via Ramo de la Tana.

If you smell a hint of chocolate in the air it's because you're nearing Delcy Morelos' "Earthly Paradise" (2022), a deeply immersive maze made of soil mixed with hay cassava flour, warming spices and cacao powder. Stand in the center of the installation and breathe.

Once you're suitably grounded, move onwards to seek out a series of black and white photos from the early 20th century starring a wonderfully curious German Baroness called Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven. Despite the title, she was not wealthy. Ending up footloose and fancy free in New York in the 1910s she would pose for artists and perform as a soubrette (a fun and flirtatious character role in plays and operas) in various Greenwich Village clubs. Friends with Marcel Duchamp, she became legendary on the Dada art scene. In the photos on display, she's seen pulling bizarre poses using props and accessories she apparently stole or found in the garbage. What a woman.

Around the corner, take a moment to inspect three sculptures by Lebanese artist Ali Cherri. The 'Titans" are crafted from terracotta, wood and metal and are inspired by ancient protective deities. Also nearby are a set of colorful tapestries by Safia Farhat, a Tunisian artist and activist. The layered and collagelike works are a luscious blend of geometric shapes and more figurative forms.

After you've made it through the exhibition, circle back on some of the temporary national pavilions that are also housed in this industrial quarter. On the second floor of one of the first clusters of buildings near the entrance of the main exhibit, you'll find the work of Ukrainian artist Pavlo Makov. Sit on the curved bench in front of his "Fountain of Exhaustion" and read this while you reflect on the strength of artists during times of crisis.

Once you're ready for more, head out toward the Italian pavilion which is a few minutes walk away. En route you'll walk past New Zealand's area, where a series of striking photos by Pacific Indigenous artist Yuki Kihara challenge old colonial ideas of paradise. You can read more about her work here.

Given where you are, it would be rude not to visit Italy's pavilion. Spread across some 20,000 square feet, the space was given to site-specific installation artist Gian Maria Tosatti who presented a series of scenes -- bringing in disused factory equipment, such as abandoned industrial-quality sewing machines -- that allude to the rise and fall of industrial Italy.

Nodding to how nature fared during the country's great industrialization, a second space allows visitors to step out onto a jetty, set inside a water-filled and lightless building. Take a moment here as subtle flickers of light (faux fireflies) dance across the water's surface. Next, step out into the light again and head toward the permanent national pavilions in the Biennale Giardini. Go there via a delightful cafe housed inside a greenhouse built in 1894 called Serra Margherita (Margherita Greenhouse).

Once inside the Giardini, follow your instincts and allow yourself to be drawn into the buildings that grab you. If you aren't going to inspect each national exhibit forensically (this could take hours), do not miss Simone Leigh's stunning "Sovereignty" in the United States pavilion. The series of sculptures deserves a moment of quiet meditation on the artist's expansive and visceral portrayal of the Black female experience.

Leigh was awarded one of two Golden Lion prizes (the Biennale's highest ranking), with Great Britain's Sonia Boyce scooping up the other. Both artists were the first Black women to represent their countries at the Biennale and the first Black artists to win the top prize. So do visit Boyce's display, "Feeling Her Way," in Great Britain's pavilion, too.

At this point you'll be running out of steam, so have an early dinner at the nearby Al Covo -- a surprisingly low-key, high-quality spot given its location just off the main waterfront promenade. Reservations are essential during busy periods.

Day 2

Get up early, there's a lot to see. Today, your focus is on the collateral exhibitions dotted around the city. First head up and over the Rialto bridge toward Palazzo Vendramin Griman where you will find the work of Mexican artist Bosco Sodi. Almost nothing is a bargain in Venice, but this show, which runs through multiple rooms of the Palazzo, is free and extremely worthwhile. Sodi took up residency in the space for two months in early spring. During that time, he drew inspiration from Venice's history as a hub for trade and culture. The result is an abstract display of sculpture and paintings that seek to remind viewers of where many valuable goods traded in Europe originated from. For example, many of his works are created using Cochineal, a traditional red pigment from Mexico that became popular in Europe after it was discovered by Spanish colonizers in the 16th century. Its rich, earthy hue pops up throughout the show and is a warming contrast to the palazzo's lavish interiors.

Next, hop on a vaportetto (that's a water bus for the uninitiated) and make your way to Gallerie dell'Accademia, where the starry British artist Anish Kapoor has a show that runs until October. If you're queasy, brace yourself -- the first pieces, in flashes of crimson red and dry-blood brown, are of a gory nature and large in scale. There's a violence to this well-known work, a liverishness -- but it's almost impossible not to stare.

The rooms that follow offer something of a palette cleanser: A series of works using Vantablack, a material known for being the world's darkest color, which Kapoor somewhat controversially paid for exclusive license to use in the field of art. Developed by a UK-based company called Surrey NanoSystems, the dark coating (it's more a form of tech than a paint) is so black that it plays tricks on your eyes when applied to three dimensional figures, making them look flat from various angles. His show extends to a second location, so if you're really feeling it, you could see more at the Palazzo Manfrin.

Otherwise, make your way towards the nearby and extremely satisfying Tadao Ando-renovated Palazzo Grassi. The famed Japanese architect struck a soothing balance between historical legacy and modern reinvention when he revamped the building for its owner, French billionaire Francois Pinault. The palazzo is currently home to a major survey of work by South African artist Marlene Dumas -- known for her emotive paintings that can often shock, entertain and seduce you all at once.

For something different, seek out respite from the heat at the Complesso dell'Ospedaletto and Church of Santa Maria dei Derelitti, where a series of eight short films by the Fondazione In Between Art Film, an initiative by Italian costume designer Beatrice Bulgari to support moving image art, are being screened. Highlights include Karimah Ashadu's "Plateau," which follows a group of undocumented tin miners in Nigeria, shedding light on the conditions and risks involved in their work. The last film in the show's sequence is also unmissable: In "Olhoda Rua" (Out Loud), Brazilian artist Jonathas de Andrade blurred the lines between documentary and fiction by casting a group of homeless people in the coastal city of Recife in a series of performative acts set to a soundtrack by percussionist Homero Basílio.

From there, you'll be pleased to hear it's time for a beverage and a sampling of some of Venice's famous cicchetti snacks. For this, walk to Vino Vero, a chilled canalside spot that refuses to sell spritz but instead pours a great selection of wine. It's a few minutes down from something of an institution, a bustling taverna called Il Paradiso Perduto. Order a massive plate of seafood pasta and a liter of house white, and be prepared to have it slammed down on the table. Enjoy it, you've earned it.

The good news? Your tour is done. The bad news? You've seen but a fraction of what's on offer. So if you're staying another day and haven't had your fill, here are a few more shows to stop in to.

This is Ukraine: Defending Freedom

Downstairs, a powerful group show of work by Ukrainian artists made since Russia launched its brutal attack on the country in February. Upstairs, some of the biggest names in contemporary art, including Damien Hirst and Marina Abramović, respond to the war with new and archival work.

Where: Scuola Grande della Misericordia

When: Until August 7, 2022

Anselm Kiefer

The German painter offers his super-sized take on Venice in 14 paintings.

Where: Palazzo Ducale, Piazza San Marco

When: Until 29 October, 2022

Louise Nevelson: Persistence

A retrospective of the work of the 20th century American artist to mark 60 years since she represented the United States at the Venice Biennale in 1932.

Where: Procuratie Vecchie, Piazza San Marco

When: Until September 11, 2022

Surrealism and Magic: Enchanted Modernity

A celebration of how magic and the occult informed the Surrealist movement.

Where: The Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Accademia

When: Until 26 September, 2022

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Following Guangzhou, KCG will bring the exhibition to Wuhan, Hong Kong, Paris and other global cities to share this celebration of Chinese Savoir-Faire.

GUANGZHOU, China, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — K11 Craft & Guild Foundation (KCG), the renowned Hong Kong based charity for arts and culture, is delighted to announce the start of its Voyage de Savoir-Faire exhibition at K11 Art Mall in Guangzhou. The exhibition is the second stop on its world tour. The Voyage de Savoir-Faire exhibition is a celebration of craftsmanship and the beauty of traditional techniques in creating gilt-decorated lacquer. The exhibition explores the cultural and artistic zenith of “The Time When East Meets West” alongside a diverse range of exquisite crafts from old and contemporary China showcased in a new and unique digital light, running from 30 March to 25 June.

Voyage de Savoir-Faire: K11’s first immersive digital exhibition on Chinese craftsmanship.

Curated to examine a period in history where Chinoiserie fascinated a European audience, Voyage de Savoir-Faire presents breathtaking traditional and contemporary craft seen as never before, using innovative technology to invoke an artistic magic from the past that lives on to this day. Visitors to the exhibition can expect to see a collection of 14 unique antiquities, each one intricately crafted by skilled artisans using time-honored skills. Visitors will embark on a cultural journey to witness the far-reaching global influence of Chinese craft and culture. With 14 sets of intricately detailed gilt-decorated lacquer antiquities collected by the Foundation thoughtfully positioned among vivid contemporary digital displays, the exhibition recreates a whimsical, imaginative world of gold-gilt black lacquer craftsmanship for viewers, transcending time and space.

KCG was founded in 2018, in the hope of conserving and rejuvenating the intangible cultural heritage and creating it as a shared value in society. By showcasing historical treasures and the masterpieces of contemporary artists, KCG encourage young people to explore their own historical and cultural roots, enhance their creativity and expand their horizons to help the development of creative industries and showcase the new power of Chinese culture on the world stage.

Dating back to the early Warring States period and earlier, the craftsmanship of gilt-decorated lacquer has been passed down from generation to generation. By gaining a deeper understanding of this unique Chinese craft, viewers are able to enjoy a deeper level of appreciation when studying these works, as well as other associated crafts and traditions. In addition to the antiquities themselves, the exhibition also provides an opportunity to learn about the cultural significance and history behind each piece.

The Rêve recreates the whimsical experience of “imaginary touring” through an immersive, multi-sensory experience

To create Voyage de Savoir-Faire, contemporary artists and artisans joined hands to present a modern perspective on a thousand-year tradition. The exhibition also serves as a way to conserve and rejuvenate this unique and fast-disappearing Chinese craftsmanship. Winning the admiration of European royalty, including wealthy collectors like Queen Marie Antoinette of France, Chinese lacquerware rose to great popularity beginning in the late 17th century. So great was the demand for these beautiful works that the Palace of Versailles employed craftsmen specifically to produce lacquerware in the Chinese style.

Across five exhibition areas, Voyage de Savoir-Faire takes viewers taken back in time. In Dérive, the birth story of Chinese traditional gilt-decorated lacquer is told and the journey of exploration into “The Time When East Meets West” begins. In Voyage, we see the start of trans-continental shipping and the ancient worlds of China’s Kangxi, the “Light of Asia” and Louis XIV, the “Sun King” intersect. The Rêve recreates the whimsical experience of “imaginary touring” through an immersive, multi-sensory experience, perfectly presenting exquisite lacquer craftsmanship in the oriental aesthetic. Here, the essence of enjoying the fruits of the craft is reimagined through the experience of simply sitting or lying within this enchanting space.

Gilt-decorated black lacquer artworks by contemporary artist Vincent Cazeneuve

Returning to the present day, the Savoir-faire spotlights efforts to conserve and rejuvenate the craft, with interactive devices detailing the lacquerware creation process intended to educate all visitors. To complete this incredible journeytwo sets of gilt-decorated black lacquer artworks by contemporary artists Weng Jijun and Vincent Cazeneuve are displayed together with a set of digital art by ‘Obvious Art’ in the Au-delà du Rêve finale, demonstrating a modern revival and new application for gilt-decoration.

Traditional Chinese craftsmanship requires active conservation and rejuvenation, but by uniting contemporary artists, art aficionados and new fans alike, K11 Craft & Guild Foundation hopes this exhibition will take visitors on a journey through the history of traditional crafts, highlighting the beauty and value of handmade objects. ‘Vovage de Savoir-Faire’ is a must see for anyone interested in the beauty of traditional crafts and the irreplaceable art of handmade objects.

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Founded by Adrian Cheng in 2018, K11 Craft & Guild Foundation (KCG) is a registered charity for arts and culture in Hong Kong.

We are cultural crafters who conserve and rejuvenate fast-disappearing Chinese artisanship to create a craft ecosystem with a sustainable, positive social impact. By incorporating Creating Shared Value (CSV) to bring crafts, business and society together, we make crafts more accessible to the community, educate the public with research initiatives and curate collaborations with artisans, aiming to bridge the gap between culture and economy.

Cultural entrepreneur and the founder of K11 Art Foundation and Culture for Tomorrow, Adrian Cheng established the charity with aims to conserve and rejuvenate fast-disappearing Chinese artisanship, in addition to Creating Shared Value (CSV) for society. Adrian believes that the power of business lies not only in generating profits, but also in supporting and empowering other community stakeholders, as well as promoting a new vision of CSV to bring a sustainable, positive impact to the local community.

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**1984 – Second Decapitation:**
   On July 22, 1984, the statue was once again decapitated.

This time, the head was returned anonymously to a nearby television station.

The motivations are less clear but believed to be similar – acts of political or artistic provocation.

**1984 – Amputation of Right Arm:**
   Just a few months after the decapitation, the statue was further damaged when vandals cut off her right arm.

The arm was eventually returned, tied to a nearby fence, suggesting the action was meant to draw attention rather than permanently disfigure.

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Brazil's iconic Christ the Redeemer statue welcomes Taylor Swift

In return for the display, the Swifties were tasked with gathering funds for the Catholic Church’s World Day of the Poor.
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Karma is a shirt on an iconic statue welcoming Taylor Swift!

Right before Swift kicks off her three-night Eras Tour in Rio's Estádio Nilton Santos, her "Junior Jewels" tee, straight out of the “You Belong With Me” video, made a cheeky cameo on the Christ the Redeemer statue. Talk about a solid rock-star fashion statement!

In the music video, the shirt displays "Junior Jewels," but in the projection on the 125-foot statue, it shows "Welcome to Brasil."

The screen appeared following a request from Rio's mayor, Eduardo Paes, and the Brazilian Swifties to Father Omar Raposo, who is responsible for maintaining the monument.

But the gesture came at a price — for a good cause, of course.

In return for the display, Father Omar requested that the Swifties help gather funds for 20,000 panettones and water for the Catholic Church’s World Day of the Poor Sunday.

By Thursday night, unsurprisingly to no one, the Swifties had met their goal.

In a single remarkable day of crowdfunding, the Swifties raked in 180,000 reais (approximately $37,000), footing the bill for panettones and water, that will help over 120 social institutions backed by the Catholic sanctuary that manages the statue and thousands of homeless, the sanctuary stated.

“Young people like challenges. So we directed the energy of fans to do good,” said Father Omar. “This can and will be replicated! It's a mobilization for solidarity, Christ the Redeemer descending the Corcovado mountain to impact society.”

The globally recognized Christ statue has been a symbol of Christianity for almost a century, not just in Brazil but across Latin America. Today, millions of tourists flock to capture selfies with the iconic statue, which earned the title of one of the new Seven Wonders of the World in 2017.

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**1990 – Attempted Removal:**
   In 1990, vandals tried to saw off the statue at the base, attempting to topple it into the water.

The attempt failed, but the base was damaged.

This attack aligned with other forms of protest against government and capitalist symbols.

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Brazil's iconic Christ the Redeemer statue welcomes Taylor Swift

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Posted at 8:37 PM, Nov 17, 2023
and last updated 2023-11-17 20:37:18-05

Karma is a shirt on an iconic statue welcoming Taylor Swift!

Right before Swift kicks off her three-night Eras Tour in Rio's Estádio Nilton Santos, her "Junior Jewels" tee, straight out of the “You Belong With Me” video, made a cheeky cameo on the Christ the Redeemer statue. Talk about a solid rock-star fashion statement!

In the music video, the shirt displays "Junior Jewels," but in the projection on the 125-foot statue, it shows "Welcome to Brasil."

The screen appeared following a request from Rio's mayor, Eduardo Paes, and the Brazilian Swifties to Father Omar Raposo, who is responsible for maintaining the monument.

But the gesture came at a price — for a good cause, of course.

In return for the display, Father Omar requested that the Swifties help gather funds for 20,000 panettones and water for the Catholic Church’s World Day of the Poor Sunday.

By Thursday night, unsurprisingly to no one, the Swifties had met their goal.

In a single remarkable day of crowdfunding, the Swifties raked in 180,000 reais (approximately $37,000), footing the bill for panettones and water, that will help over 120 social institutions backed by the Catholic sanctuary that manages the statue and thousands of homeless, the sanctuary stated.

“Young people like challenges. So we directed the energy of fans to do good,” said Father Omar. “This can and will be replicated! It's a mobilization for solidarity, Christ the Redeemer descending the Corcovado mountain to impact society.”

The globally recognized Christ statue has been a symbol of Christianity for almost a century, not just in Brazil but across Latin America. Today, millions of tourists flock to capture selfies with the iconic statue, which earned the title of one of the new Seven Wonders of the World in 2017.

Trending stories at Scrippsnews.com

**1998 – Third Decapitation:**
   The statue was again decapitated, continuing the trend of symbolic beheadings.

The head was returned shortly afterward.

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Grimm’s fairytales come to life in downtown Bremen

Enter the realm of fairytales, a place where beautiful architecture mixes with local myths and legends. A chocolate box town brimming with history with an important connection to the Brothers Grimm. Learn about the Bremen Musicians and marvel at the medieval, gothic and renaissance architectural influences. There is so much to be found in this small town in the region of Lower Saxony that marks the end of the Grimms Brother’s Fairytale route. This is Bremen in north-west Germany.

In the town’s medieval heart, you’ll find the famous Bremen Town Musicians statue, which immortalises a children’s fairy-tale from the Brothers Grimm about a donkey, a dog, a cat and a cockerel who go off in search of their fortune after being classed as tired and old by their masters. On their road trip to Bremen, they take a rest in a forest but see a light shining and come across a robbers’ house. To scare off the robbers, they all stood on top of one another to look fierce and ended up frightening the robbers away, taking the house for themselves. Although they never made it to Bremen, a bronze statue by Gerhard Marcks was erected of the Bremen Town Musicians next to Bremen Town Hall in 1953. It is said that anyone who grabs the front hooves of the donkey shall have their dream come true. The moral of the tale is that you are always stronger when acting together.

Old Town and the Ratskeller

A menagerie of historical buildings forms Bremen’s old town dominated by the Cathedral, dedicated to St. Peter, situated in the Market Platz in the centre of the town. Adjacent to this is the ancient Domsheide – a magnificent medieval square hosting several important buildings. There’s the main post office, the courthouse, the cathedral precinct with its bell, and the annex to the stock market building as well as the town hall and the seat of power for the government of the municipality and nestled in the depths of the 600-year-old town hall, next to the Bremen Town Musicians statue is the Ratskeller open house and restaurant where princes and merchants once drank and dined. Even today, this is the best place to sample Germany’s best wines. This upmarket restaurant and pub is steeped in history. Drinkers congregate at the small tables and soak up the atmosphere in the hall, while diners converse in their groups on long tables, their laughter echoing around the ornate hall. The best tables are found in the secluded booths, known as Priölken clustered around oak barrels where barons and merchants once bartered their trade deals. The walls are adorned with unique frescoes telling the history of the town. Down in the cellar, Germany’s oldest cask wines mature undisturbed. Lit only by candlelight, the smell of the centuries-old wine within the casks pervades the nostrils. The most precious of all wines lies beneath a rose painted on the ceiling – the vintage Rüdesheim from 1653 which can be sampled only by the cellar master and the current mayor of Bremen. Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain tried a thimble’s worth during her state visit to Bremen in 1978.

Four star hotels

Several upmarket four-star hotels can be found amid the winding streets in the heart of old Bremen. Just one-minute walk from here, in the Böttcherstraße, the heart of oldtown Bremen, is the Atlantic Grand Hotel Bremen with a range of rooms and suites. Cocoon yourself away from the cacophony of the streets with soundproofed windows, a comfortable seating area and work desk. The spacious bathrooms have a bath or shower. The hotel has a spa area with sauna, steam room and gym with modern fitness equipment. Enjoy German and French specialties at alto restaurant and relax in the lobby bar and smoking lounge. Alternatively, the modern DesignHotel ÜberFluss is a stark contrast to all the history of the city. Minimalistic yet elegant it can be found by the river Weser with a wonderful rooftop terrace. It offers a place to rest in designer rooms and also a sanctuary for the senses with a spa and indoor pool, sauna and historic relaxation room.

Staying in these central locations allows one to further explore the historic city and for many, the journey begins at the Haufenbahff Central Station, a beautiful example of architecture. Inside are food and drink stalls including some of the most delicious pizza for just over two Euros before you catch a train or tram further afield. Conveniently located next door to this grand station is the favourite hotel of business travellers – the Inter City Continental. Flemings Brasserie restaurant offers a selection of seafood, vegetarian and grilled items and just a 15-minute stroll from the old town.

An advantage of staying in the heart of Bremen is you are always close to the shops. Nearby shopping experiences include the Böttcherstraße – a 330 ft long walkway, famous for its unusual architecture and ranks among the city’s main cultural landmarks and visitor attractions. Built between 1922 and 1931, after Ludwig Roselius, a Bremen-based coffee-trader, charged Bernhard Hoetger with artistic supervision over the project. The street and its buildings are a rare example of expressionism and are protected.

Other areas of interest include Dechanatstraße – home to Breman University of the Arts music faculty and Violenstraße – where memorials to persecuted Jewish people from World War Two can be found in the ‘stumbling stone’ brass plaques in the pavement in front of houses where they lived. All these sites are easily connected from this square by foot, tram or Uber.

The Arena Messe Hall is home to the Bremen football team and a convention centre that hosts many exhibitions, such as the International Fish Show where you can sample weird and wonderful marine dishes including curried cod, smoked herring, salmon, octopus and caviar cocktails once a year.

If you are prepared to explore further, Villa Linnenschmidt offers elegant and luxurious classical-style hotel rooms in a quiet suburb of Bremen, about 30 minutes by foot, car or by public transport from the old town. Set in an attractive red-brick building, the generously sized rooms at the property feature elegant décor and antique-style furnishings and soundproofed rooms with modern flat screen televisions.  Guests are welcome to use the on-site fitness centre at Villa Linnenschmidt. There is also a golf course nearby. The train station 1.2 miles from the property and the A27 motorway can be reached in 5 minutes, with free parking available on site.

Eating out

There are plenty of places to eat in Bremen. Begin with a restaurant serving meatless dishes called Vegefarm on Hamburger Street – the irony is not lost. Serving Chinese and Taiwanese alternatives for vegans and vegetarians, they have seemingly invented the vegetarian prawn which tastes just like the real thing as well as veggie pork and chicken. Meanwhile, just around the corner from the cathedral is Kervan, a Turkish restaurant offering the tastiest grilled meat. Simplicity and budget food is freshly cooked as you wait.

Those looking for a treat will enjoy the Suedtirolerhuette offering authentic South Tyrol Austrian food in the heart of Bremen, which evokes the feeling of an mountain hut in the heart of the city. Cosy up on the warm fur lined chairs and feast on authentic Italian from the Tyrol region.

If you are feeling flush and after fine food, the town has three restaurants mentioned in the Michelin guide. Al Pappagallo serves classic Italian in its winter garden, while Das Kleine Lokal, a small basement restaurant with only 34 seats serves fine dining cuisine with delicious dishes of duck, game, lamb and fish as well as vegetarian options. Finally, Wels is renowned for its catfish (Wels) aquarium, from which it takes its name. As well as catfish, its specialities include Bremer Knipp sausage, labskaus hash and Oldenburg duck.

Bremen at Christmas

During the colder months Bremen becomes a winter wonderland. Families glide on the ice rink created in Bremen’s medieval square and a festive market presides over the historic square. The air is filled with the aromas of freshly roasted almonds, traditional gingerbread cakes and mulled wine and over a hundred stalls. In the weeks before Christmas, the popular riverside promenade becomes the setting for the historic Schlachte-Zauber winter and maritime market. From organ recitals to nativity plays, magical theatre shows and festive exhibitions: a varied programme of festive events for all ages is organised each year by Bremen’s cultural institutions.

If you are staying longer than a weekend, then get out and explore the Grimms Brothers Fairytale Route. This route begins in the birth city of the Brothers Grimm Hanau, where a monument to Jacob and Wilhelm stands on the market square Neustädter Marktplatz on a journey to more than fifty places celebrating fairy tales and legends all the way to Bremen.

How to get there

A trip to Bremen, which is just a short flight from London Stansted Airport, makes a perfect weekend trip. You can enjoy the beauty of this magical city and its rich heritage for less. A direct budget flight is easily affordable and accessible in just under an hour-and-a-half.  Once you arrive, everything is accessible by a direct and frequent tram service to almost anywhere. Famed for its excellent transport connections, everything feels local.  From the airport take the number 6 tram towards the Universitat and get off six stops later at Domsheide – a major square located east of the MarktPlatz and south of Bremen Cathedral and explore from there.

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**2003 – Bombing:**
   On September 11, 2003, explosives were attached to the statue’s base, toppling it from its stone and severely damaging both the statue and the plinth.

This was one of the most serious attacks and was interpreted as a radical protest, with no perpetrators ever caught.

**Graffiti and Paint Attacks:**
   Over the decades, the statue has been repeatedly doused with paint – red, black, and various colors – often as a protest against Denmark’s policies or international events (for example, during the EU summits or to draw attention to specific causes like whaling or anti-capitalism).

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It's the latest in a long line of attacks on Little Mermaid statue
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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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**2017 – Political Slogans:**
   The statue was covered in red paint with slogans like "Free Abdulle," protesting international political issues, reminding the world of the global resonance the statue has as a symbol.

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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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**Summary and Cultural Significance:**
These attacks, while criminal in nature, are often interpreted as acts not only of vandalism but of counter-cultural protest, reflecting tensions within Danish society and global concerns.

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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 statue, intended as a tribute to innocence and longing, has inadvertently become a canvas for radical expression—turning it into a living symbol of both Danish culture and the recurring push-and-pull between mainstream values and counter-cultural activism.

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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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Today, reinforced and closely watched, the Little Mermaid continues to stand (and occasionally, to be knocked down), reminding visitors that icons are not just revered—they are also questioned, challenged, and, at times, literally decapitated in the pursuit of deeper social and artistic debate.

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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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**SUMMARY: Intentional Damages to Copenhagen's Little Mermaid Statue**

The Little Mermaid statue, perched at Langelinie in Copenhagen since 1913, has become an enduring symbol of Danish culture.

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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
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.
Can I ask a question before booking?
Of course, the guide will be happy to answer your questions.
Just go to this form and ask your question.
It is not necessary to pay, you just make a request for a reservation without payment, but with a question, and if then something does not suit you, just do not pay or click the cancel button.
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Yet, its fame has made it a repeated target for acts of political protest, vandalism, and counter-cultural statements.

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Content: Barcelona and Montserrat in 1 day
Make a wish from the Black Madonna and reveal the secrets of Gaudí
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You will see the best that Catalonia offers - the Mediterranean pearl of Barcelona and the magical mountain of Montserrat, where people from all over the world come to the Black Madonna.
I'll tell you why Gaudí wanted to leave in the middle of building Mila's house, and I'll show you a house with a fairy tale written on its walls.
Upcoming dates:
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Description
What awaits you
Montserrat – a cherished desire and an observation deck
Let ’ s start with the magic – we ’ ll go to Montserrat.
You will recharge with wonderful energy and make a wish from the Black Madonna.
Admire the incredible scenery from the viewing platforms, located almost on the eve of the celestial vault.
Take a look at the local market to farmers, where you will be treated to cheeses and honey with unique notes of herbs of these places.
Barcelona – Architecture and Legends
Filled with energy, you will return to Barcelona.
Here you are waiting for:
• Plaza de España and an observation deck.
From a bird ’ s eye view, you will explore the city and Montjuïc Mountain, where the National Palace rises as an elegant dominant.
• Sagrada Familia (outside, but if desired, you can go inside, as well as in other museums).
You will discover the secrets that the great architect Gaudí left on the facades.
• Mila House (outside).
You will hear about the scandalous stories, because of which Gaudí did not build anything else and almost left in the middle of the project.
• Casa Batlló (outside).
It is the most famous house in the city.
On the facade you will read the main fairy tale of Barcelona and learn why the inhabitants did not use Gaudi furniture.
• Cathedral.
I will tell you why the main cathedral was built much longer than the Sagrada Familia temple.
• Gothic Quarter.
Atmospheric winding streets, Roman walls and the Middle Ages - here flowed most of the life of ancient Barcelona.
• Royal Palace (outside).
I will uncover the medieval norms and describe how Columbus was received in the palace and justice was done at his walls.
Organizational details
Additional costs
• Tickets to the Black Madonna – €8 / person
You also have to pay for the tour guide.
• Ascent to the observation deck - about €1.5 / person.
You also have to pay for the tour guide.
• Lunch, entrance tickets to museums – optional
Transport – to choose from
• Travel from Barcelona to Montserrat and back by train and cable car – about €25 / person.
You also have to pay for the tour guide.
By car (transfer) - from €150.
Specify the details in the correspondence.
• Travel in Barcelona by metro – about €2,5 / person.
By taxi - about €15 / trip.
You also have to pay for the tour guide.
By car (transfer) - from €125.
Specify the details in the correspondence.
Choose a date when booking
Answers to questions
Place of start and end?
at the Sants Estacio railway station
When and how long does it last?
When: Select a date when booking
The tour lasts about 8 hours
Book in advance, at least 48 hours in advance
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 5 people.
Do I have to pay everything at once?
No, you do not need to pay immediately - it is enough to pay 23% of the cost, and the rest is already on the spot.
It is necessary that the date and number of people are reserved for you, and the guides begin to prepare for the tour.
Before payment, you can
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Content: EU leaders demand recognition of rape as a European crime
European Parliament and Commission Presidents Robert Metsol and Ursula von der Leyen - Copyright AP Photo
Isabel Marques da Silva
The State of the Union Program: European Integration of Ukraine.
The EU has approved the ratification of the Istanbul Convention.
Feminist education on sexuality.
Exhibition in Marseille about the Roma
Isabel Marques da Silva leads the State of the Union program from Brussels: “Brussels and Strasbourg, where the European institutions of power are located, are the cities where high-level events are usually held in honor of Europe Day, which is celebrated on May 9.
This was the case this year, but Ursula von der Leyen chose to go to Kiev to the great satisfaction of President Zelensky, who decided that Ukraine would henceforth also celebrate this Day.
The President of the European Commission stressed that Kiev is an ideal place to announce a call for the protection of the European project, based on the values of peace and freedom.
European integration of Ukraine
Meanwhile, in Strasbourg, the German Chancellor spoke on the occasion of Europe Day in the European Parliament.
Olaf Scholz sharply criticized what he called "Russian imperialism" and advocated a strong and enlarged European Union where Ukraine is integrated with other countries:
We told the citizens of the Western Balkan countries, Ukraine, Moldova, and later Georgia: “You belong to us. ”
It has nothing to do with altruism.
It is about our credibility and economic feasibility.
And we are talking about ensuring peace in Europe after the irrevocable change of eras, which was caused by the aggressive war of Russia against Ukraine.
Ratification of the Istanbul Convention
One in three women in the European Union has been subjected to physical and / or sexual violence, that is, a total of 62 million women.
Last week, the fight against violence against women won a legal victory.
The European Parliament approved the ratification of the Istanbul Convention by the European Union.
It is a legal instrument of the Council of Europe that came into force in 2014 to combat violence against women and domestic violence.
Its objectives are to improve the prevention of violence, protect victims and punish perpetrators.
Now the European Council, which includes representatives of 27 governments, is due to ratify this document on behalf of the bloc in June.
However, six Member States have not yet ratified it.
These are Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovakia.
The leaders of these countries cannot be forced to do so, but Danish MEP Karen Melchior is optimistic about the future:
“Women in Europe will be better protected from violence.
They will have the best protection against the authorities, the police.
Education in schools will improve.
This will allow young women to understand that violence against them because they are women is unacceptable. ”
Feminist Education on Sexuality
My guest is Irene Rosales, responsible for the politics and campaigns of the European Women's Lobby.
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.
We know that far-right organizations are spreading false information about her, fake news.
So organizations there really need support.
They've been working for years on the implementation of certain tools, whatever you call them.
These tools are good.
They will save the lives of women.
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.
What is the situation with the proposal of the European Commission for an EU directive on this topic?
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.
However, we are very concerned about what is happening at the EU Council level.
There are worrying indications that the offer will be softened.
Specifically, the article that criminalizes rape is proposed to be removed. _ Member States should understand our claims as a women ’ s organization.
We do not like that this provision of the directive is weakened and diluted.
We consider rape to be a major violation of women's rights, systematically used to silence women.
Marques da Silva: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of such crimes increased significantly.
What actions and measures are still lacking to help prevent violence against women and restore justice for victims?
Rosales: We need preventive measures.
Our task as a society, the task of educational institutions is to prevent violence against women.
Feminist education on sexuality needs to be given in schools to combat the widespread trivialization of such forms of violence, which begins at a very young age.
Exhibition about Roma people
“Barvalo, the pride of Roma, Sinti, Gypsies and Nomads ” is the name of the new exhibition at Mucem.
This is the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations in the French city of Marseille.
The exhibition features comedies by Charlie Chaplin, jazz by Django Reinhardt, as well as the heroism of Afreda Markovskaya, who saved children from the Holocaust.
It is estimated that 25% of the pre-war European Roma population died as a result of Nazi persecution.
Roma is one of Europe ’ s oldest ethnic minorities, and this exhibition traces their contributions to world political and artistic history.
The curators call the exhibition unique because it was enthusiastically organized by the communities themselves with the help of experts, consultants and artists. "
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- **Date:** April 24, 1964
- **Incident:** The statue’s head was sawn off and stolen.

- **Damage:** Lost its head (found months later, but a new head was made and attached).

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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.
Pakrojska manor is located very close to Bauska and only two hours drive from Riga.
It is not only the largest manor farm in Lithuania, but also one of the 18 most attractive places of cultural tourism in Europe, which received the title of "Tourist Object of the Year 2018, 2019, 2021" in Lithuania.
Every year there are unique festivals of flowers and light, as well as revived scenes of manor life of the 19th century.
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Later, Danish artist Jørgen Nash claimed responsibility—his group, part of the Situationist movement, sought to challenge cultural icons and the commodification of art.

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Content: The legendary Hermitage is one of the main attractions of St. Petersburg
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When planning your visit to St. Petersburg, you simply can not pass by the magnificent Hermitage - one of the main attractions of the city.
Its impressive collection will amaze everyone, leaving an unforgettable impression.
Incredible museum with many exhibits
The Hermitage, located on Palace Square, stores more than three million exhibits.
Since 2016, the museum has become one of the most visited and famous in the world.
Unique collections, which began to collect Catherine II, attract many art critics and tourists.
A Journey Through Epochs
The Hermitage is a complex of buildings, which, in addition to the Winter Palace, includes the Small Hermitage, the Big (Old) Hermitage, the New Hermitage and the Hermitage Theater.
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.
Temporary exhibitions
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.
This is a holiday dedicated to local cats, who have been freelance employees of the Hermitage for more than 250 years.
Thematic excursions
If you want to immerse yourself in a particular era or direction of art, we recommend choosing a thematic tour.
For example, you can study expressionist works by asking for help from a specialized guide.
Such excursions are always fascinating and will allow you to take a fresh look at works of art.
The greatness of the Hermitage
The Hermitage is a visiting card of St. Petersburg and the country as a whole.
A great museum that is worth visiting for everyone.
Exhibits presented in its halls not only attract your attention, but also cause a desire to learn more about them.
And the magnificent interiors of the museum are admired for many hours.
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Content: Rome: hop-on hop-off tour with transfer from the port of Civitavecchia
Save time and money with a transfer from Civitavecchia Cruise Terminal to the center of Rome
In the group
up to 50 people
Save time and money with a transfer from the Civitavecchia Cruise Terminal to and from the center of Rome, and board the Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing bus to enjoy the best of the Eternal City in a day.
What you will see 🙂
• Cruise Port of Civitavecchia
• Piazza Navona
• Pantheon
• The Spanish Steps
• Trevi Fountain
• Roman Forum
• Castel Sant 'Angelo
• Vatican City
• Mouth of Truth
• Piazza Venezia
• Colosseum
Book now, cancel with full refund.
If you decide to cancel your reservation 24 hours before the start of the event, 100% of the amount paid will be returned to you.
1.
In your free time, go on a tour of the sights on the hop-on hop-off bus
2.
Travel from Civitavecchia Cruise Terminal to Rome and back without any hassle
3.
Take advantage of free Wi-Fi and headphones on board the tour bus
4.
Take free walking tours
5.
Discover the history of Rome through the comments on the bus (available in 9 languages)
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
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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.
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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.
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16 Aug 2019
(United Kingdom)
Very rushed to do in one day
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1984: Arm Amputated**
- **Date:** July 21, 1984
- **Incident:** The right arm was sawn off.

- **Damage:** Loss of the right arm (later returned anonymously).

- **Perpetrators/Motive:** Several suspects questioned but no one charged.

Motives are unclear; possibly an act of vandalism for notoriety or a drunken prank.

1998: Second Beheading**
- **Date:** September 6, 1998
- **Incident:** Head was again sawn off and taken away.

- **Damage:** Lost its head (head returned anonymously).

- **Perpetrators/Motive:** Two women and a man were involved; some sources connect the act to left-wing activists.

Motive possibly related to a protest or stunt.

2003: Blown Off Rock**
- **Date:** September 11, 2003
- **Incident:** Statue was blasted off her perch by explosives.

- **Damage:** Statue knocked into the water, sustained severe damage and required restoration.

- **Perpetrators/Motive:** Perpetrators never caught; suspected as a protest action.

One theory links it to resentment against commercialization and Disneyfication after “The Little Mermaid” (Disney) movie.

Paint Attacks and Other Vandalism**
- The Mermaid was drenched in **red paint** in 1961, 1963, and **multiple times since** (notably in 2004, 2007, and 2017), often for political protests:
  - **2007:** Painted red with a protest against Danish involvement in Iraq.

- **2017:** “Free Abdulle” written on stones nearby to protest Somali issues.

- **2020:** "Racist Fish" spray-painted as a Black Lives Matter solidarity protest.

Other Disruptions:**
- Dressed in a burqa (2004) as a protest about the Turkish EU membership debate.

- “Save the Whales” and similar slogans have appeared on the statue or its base.

**Cultural and Counter-Cultural Context:**
The attacks are frequently politically motivated or driven by counter-cultural sentiment, targeting the statue as a symbol of Danish identity, mainstream culture, or global consumerism.

While some actions are pure vandalism, others are deliberate, performative acts intended to force public dialogue or critique societal values.

**Conclusion:**
The Little Mermaid's repeated targeting tells a parallel story to its fairytale roots: a cultural icon constantly contested and reinterpreted by each new generation—an urban legend not just in bronze, but in acts of defiance and protest.

**Summary:**

The provided text does **not contain information about the Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen** or its repeated intentional damages.

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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.

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The islands and the sand museum and diving visitors kiss in Hurghada
The Red Sea governorate is one of the tourist and coastal governorates and the cities of the governorate have witnessed many development works
From developing infrastructure in all tourism and hotel facilities, receiving delegations and diplomats and reaching leadership and preference among tourism destinations worldwide.
Which made the city of Hurghada the bride of Egyptian tourism, continues to shine as one of the most important and charming aesthetic spots on the Egyptian coasts, after the publication of CNN Travel a report pointed out that according to the site "TripAdvisor", which is one of the most famous tourist sites specialized in the assessments of tourist destinations.
The city of Hurghada came among the top 10 tourist destinations to visit during the current year and became a city capable of attracting more tourists and thus more job opportunities and a strong return on Egyptian income.
The tourism sector is one of the most promising and important economic sectors that will make the Red Sea Governorate one of the most important governorates capable of achieving the largest governorate supporting the Egyptian national economy and the general budget of the state.
The city of Hurghada is an ideal choice for a trip because of its distinctive tourist attractions and the uniqueness of the city of Hurghada from other cities.
The city of Hurghada is characterized by a number of distinctive tourist attractions, including natural attractions
There are also a number of tourist attractions.
A place that is considered a day trip.
1. Jiftun Island
It is free from any human intervention.
Everything you see is normal and nothing else.
Its charming nature makes it an ideal choice to spend a day in the midst of the mind-blowing nature.
The island of Giftun is a coastal island separated from the shore of the Red Sea, forming the islands of Giftun the Great and Giftun the Small.
Its sandy coastal nature makes it a place to relax, lie down and enjoy the grains of sand that stick to your cells to unite, creating in your body an energy that flows between your sides to keep you going.
It is also a natural habitat for large numbers of living organisms, including wild animals and reptiles, as well as 50% of the world's gulls.
Life on Giftun Island is not limited to its surface, but under the water is another world hidden between clear and pure water molecules.
The waters around the sides of the island are filled with colorful fish and visually pleasing and picturesque corals.
This makes the Giftun Island trip a suitable place for many activities such as diving, snorkeling, swimming and fishing.
2. Sand Museum Trip
It is a monumental work of art founded by 42 international sculptors from around the world to transform the drifting sands into monumental sculptures.
The location of the museum is ideal as it is far from anything that might harm the sculptures from natural factors, as the location was chosen according to the movement of the wind and the sand balance.
The Sand Museum is a unique family trip destination as the sculptures do not take a particular destination, but are multiple collections of sculptures.
These include sculptures of historical figures such as Muhammad the Conqueror and Alexander the Great and are a good opportunity to learn about history.
They also include sculptures of children's favorite cartoon characters such as SpongeBob SquarePants, Messenger, and Disney characters.
There are also some sculptures embodying monuments such as Sphinx, Pyramids and some sculptures embodying world antiquities.
3. Orange Island
It is one of the distinctive destinations in Hurghada, which has a charming atmosphere that attracts you to another world hidden between the sides of the Red Sea.
It is considered one of the best day trips in Hurghada.
It has soft white sand that has the ability to absorb negative energy and give you relaxation when you lie on it.
The waters of the island are clear and clear, giving you visual relaxation and calm nerves as you can walk in the shallow waters or sit in the sitting areas of the water.
You can set off in the undersea world and enjoy the other artistic side hidden under the water of colorful fish and coral reefs.
Some adventure with Parachute, Jet Ski and Banana Boat is okay for some excitement and action during the trip.
4. Aquarium Aquarium Museum
The Aquarium Museum is a marine zoo where it is a great encyclopedia of varieties of multiple shapes and colors in one place.
The Aquarium Museum features a unique design that makes it easy for visitors to get to know as much marine life as possible, and also contributes to providing a utopia for fish.
The museum is divided into environments that are suitable for species of fish, providing a place for freshwater fish and a place for saltwater fish.
The depths of the water also vary to provide a suitable atmosphere for fish that live at different depths, and this is truly amazing because it allows the visitor to identify marine animals that live at deep depths may not be able to reach them, without harm to him and without prejudice to the nature surrounding marine organisms.
It has about 100 species of marine fish in one place and is recognized by 1200 ambassadors of aquatic animals.
The museum also has a tropical forest area that is characterized by biodiversity and also provides a suitable environment for some wild varieties.
5. Diving trips
Diving is one of the activities practiced in certain places in the world, including the Red Sea.
In Hurghada, a unique underwater experience and the identification of distinctive species living in the parallel world.
The Red Sea is home to many colorful and bright coral fleece.
It also contains worlds of rare fish and marine life that your eyes can only see there.
The diving trip is that you float over a city, houses and colorful streets and each house has a special design that does not resemble its neighbor and that city is inhabited by different beings all living in harmony.
This is the feeling of diving in the waters of Hurghada among the coral formations that form habitats for marine organisms.
The Red Sea ’ s unique commercial and strategic location has made it replete with marine debris, each telling a different tale of a homeland, people and lifestyle.
6. Banana Bout
Banana Boat is one of the special activities you can do in Hurghada day trips with the family.
You can take the Banana Boat with your friends or family and enjoy the quick launch of being dragged by another boat between the waters.
The water revolution around you hits you with caresses as you make waves on your way to enjoy the water without having to swim.
The Banana Boat is a family safe experience where the boat can seat up to five people and the boat is equipped with side supports to support the feet and maintain balance on the boat.
7. Glass Boat or Glass Boat Trip
A glassboat cruise is another kind of experience where you enjoy watching marine animals without getting wet.
What ’ s exciting about Glassbot is that it provides a unique, exciting and exploratory experience without risking or losing a sense of security.
We can classify it as a luxury cruise as you board a boat in full style and enjoy sitting comfortably and contemplating the marine life.
It is also a family trip suitable for the whole family because of its safety.
8 - Dauphin Hurghada Shows
One of the exciting day trips to Hurghada is the family-friendly dolphin shows.
Dolphins are gentle, intelligent and loving animals for humans, and this makes them an opportunity to make fun shows and spend a special trip.
In dolphin shows, you can watch the dolphin perform spectacular movements and acrobatic dances.
Or you can swim with him and deal with him closely with you and your family members, and you will be impressed by how friendly and fun you will get on the part of the dolphin.
9. Parachute in Hurghada
The parachute trip in Hurghada is a unique and exciting activity where you can enjoy watching Hurghada from above.
The idea of a parachute is really exciting as parachutes are picked up in the air from a yacht and wander around for a bit to see Hurghada.

There are details about the Eiffel Tower, the Champs Elysees, the Syrian puppet Amal, and museum exhibits, as well as references to famous artwork and ancient artifacts.

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The French capital Paris has long been a destination for gourmet tourists who dive into the details, knowing exactly what they want from their trip and where to go.
This charming historic city has always dazzled anyone who visits it with an elitist glimpse of it, returning undoubtedly with aristocratic scenes that inhabit its cultural landmarks and modern ones with a unique luxury in the worlds of fashion, hospitality and entertainment.
Paris, nicknamed the City of Light, can not be visited in summer or winter, but returns bright images overlooking the balconies of its ancient buildings, and bright ideas traversing its parallel bridges, and not only stop at its famous facilities, but also dive into its narrow lanes to explore the mystery of its fascination.
The sign of life.
The best way to feel the impact of Parisian life is to walk by day in its streets cut like a cake, and to reflect on the magic of its lights at night and the fantasies scattered by the River Seine and on the shop fronts and the car mirrors of the Champs Elysées, the destination of shopping and luxury brands.
Here, the hiker feels the pleasure of penetrating through its alleys as events lean on the shoulder of each stone, and is attracted by the crowded pavement cafes that witness the stories of passers-by.
Those who find an empty chair and a round table in their miniature sessions will be lucky to sip their coffee and be part of this tourist celebration.
Millions of treads.
Many are the addresses that the tourist puts on the list of priorities every time he visits Paris, the journey to the areas of elegance and luxury in every architectural detail and scene along its squares, leaves in the soul the constant curiosity to traverse more distances and cross more signs, enter more archaeological gates and learn more museums and climb more stairs that trampled through history by millions, to the top of the Eiffel Tower. The roof of the Arc de Triomphe, opera houses, castles and palaces.
With all that has been written and said about Paris, glowing with stories of cultural luxury and civilizational glory inspired by memorialized epics on the walls, its unique blend, inspired by the value of things, always has room for what is just as recognizable as its fragrances, which confuse gourmets every time whichever they choose.
With a long list of must-visit addresses in the French capital, there are landmarks that cannot be missed because they will inevitably leave a rich dimension and make the trip more than mere souvenirs.
Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower, located in the gardens of the champ de mars on the banks of the Seine and up to a height of about 324 meters, is one of the most prominent attractions that the tourist places on the agenda when visiting Paris to learn about the aesthetics of the city from all directions. In line to buy tickets, so it is better to book in advance online.
Here you can choose the elevator to reach the second floor at an altitude of 116 meters, at a cost of 17.10 euros for adults, 8.60 euros for young people and 4.30 euros for children.
A ticket to the summit at 276 metres costs 26.80 euros for adults, 13.40 euros for young people and 6.70 euros for children.
Ticket prices are relatively lower, if some prefer to go up and down the stairs.
Because the wind is always strong at the top, it is best to dress appropriately.
The all-iron Eiffel Tower, designed by Gustave Eiffel and built between 1887 and 1889, is not only one of the most iconic symbols of France and one of the most important architectural artifacts in the world, but also represents a fundamental aspect of French culture and opens a window into the field of engineering technology prior to its construction.
Arch of Victory
The aim of the Champs Elysees is not only to see the luxurious facades, but to start the day with a visit to the Arc de Triomphe, known in French as the Arc de Triomphe, which stands high on the street in Place de l ’ Etoile.
It can be reached by disembarking at the Charles de Gaulle station, which is just steps away from the square where 12 boulevards branch.
Anyone who has never visited this historic edifice, which was completed in 1836 and designed by the engineer Chalgran, may think that climbing to its top is as easy as it seems at first glance, but the fact is that reaching its surface requires a climb of 284 degrees, and the climb is by climbing 46 degrees from the elevator area to the top.
Its staircase does not work backwards, and its elevator is often reserved only for the elderly and those with special needs.
The easiest way to the Sagittarius Gate is through a special tunnel from the Champs-Élysées, where metro 1, 2, 6 and train A meet.
The Arc de Triomphe is open daily from 10: 00 am to 10: 30 pm, and the entry ticket is only purchased online at a price of 13 euros for all ages.
Louvre Museum
Although the Mona Lisa of Da Vinci and the inspiring statue of Venus de Mello are the two most attractive pieces for tourists to take photographs inside the Louvre Paris, apart from its beautiful courtyard, this archaeological monument, located on the right bank of the Seine, and visited by more than 9 million tourists annually, carries much more than just spectacular sights, it was built in centuries It served as a fortress under King Philippe Auguste between 1190 and 1202, and then as a residence for the kings of France in the second half of the 14th century.
Its capacity and urban uniqueness turned into a museum in 1793, and it is the largest European museum ever, with about 460,000 pieces of World Heritage masterpieces, taking tourists on a journey of up to 5,000 years, and a geographical area spanning three continents from Spain to India.
For quick access to the museum, special tickets can be booked, priced at €49.99 for adults and €39.99 for children.
It is important not to miss the move to the former apartments of Napoleon, where to dazzle in the decoration of the palace, and conclude the tour by heading to the cellar « Louvre » to learn about the foundations of the castle on which the site is based.
Palace of Versailles
One of the most impressive tourist sites to explore when visiting Paris is the Palace of Versailles, which is 25 kilometers from the capital and is the largest royal establishment with more than 8 million square meters of land.
To cover its various lobbies, a single visit may not suffice, punctuated by trips between its squares, either by small trains or bicycles and boats.
Castle Tourist has described it as one of the most luxurious palaces the world has ever known.
The 2,300-room palace is a symbol of French architecture and the embodiment of history.
Built at the beginning of the 17th century and designed by engineer Jules Hardwin Mansart, it marked the end of World War I and the end of Marie Antoinette's reign.
It is visited annually by about 10 million tourists and since the beginning of the 19th century has been transformed into a museum for those wishing to see one of the most important architectural wonders classified as a World Heritage Site.
One of its most important sections is the Hall of Mirrors, which gained historical fame on June 28, 1919, when it witnessed the signing of the Treaty of Versailles, which marked the end of the First World War.
Crossing keys
Getting off for days in the French capital requires a good choice of accommodation close to the main streets that are the keys to crossing the Parisian landmarks, without the need for a guide or even a means of transport, to shorten distances, take advantage of time and visit as many landmarks as possible in the best way and with minimal effort.
Taxis and the metro system are readily available at crossroads, but the preference for hours of walking through the city of history, the spacious streets and wide sidewalks is pure pleasure not to be missed.
Beige Bus
During a visit to the French capital, a 24-hour tour ticket must be purchased on the Big Bus Paris Tours Hop On Hop Off, priced at 45 euros for adults and 25 euros for children.
The double-decker bus allows you to easily sightsee and immerse yourself in the culture of the city, and listen to fascinating facts about it while passing through the attractions.
You can also get off to explore it up close, then go back on another bus, and so on.
Brochures
When a trip to Paris is short, it ’ s a good idea to check out the hospitality facilities ’ weekly activity booklets and schedule them. They include all the events and are of interest to tourists, such as art shows, shopping discounts and attractions, including perfume museums, cheese factories, chocolates and embroideries.
A water trip.
When visiting Paris, you should not miss a boat cruise across the Seine, which may include lunch or dinner depending on your choice.
The journey takes one to two hours, with ticket prices ranging from €15 to €89, and allows you to explore attractions with stunning backgrounds, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Musée d ’ Orsay and Notre Dame Cathedral.
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None of these references relate to Copenhagen's Little Mermaid or its history of vandalism.

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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.

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- Mentions an Egyptian obelisk in Istanbul, its ancient origins, transportation damage, and comparable artifacts in Paris.

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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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- Travel advice on Paris, including ticket prices for the Eiffel Tower, river cruises, and visits to the Arc de Triomphe.

- Information about the puppet “Amal,” representing Syrian refugees, traveling across Europe as an awareness initiative.

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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.

- Art exhibit details, such as 100 masterpieces of Chinese painting at the Cernucci Museum, and Picasso’s “Woman of the Hour” upcoming at Sotheby’s.

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Content: 100 masterpieces of ancient Chinese painting at the Cernucci Museum
Published 15 December 2021 - 08: 00
100 masterpieces of ancient Chinese painting at the Cernucci Museum
100 pieces of ancient Chinese painting at the Cernucci Museum The Cernucci Museum in Paris, and for the first time in Europe, displays about 100 pieces of ancient Chinese painting by masters from the Ming (1368 – 1644) and Qing (1644 – 1912) dynasties.
100 masterpieces of ancient Chinese painting at the Cernucci Museum
Artifacts will be on display until March 6.
The director of the museum and one of the commissioners of the exhibition, Eric Lefevre, explained that these works, painted in black ink, sometimes taken from blue, green or pink colors and surrounded by manuscript letters on rolls of silk paper, "parallel to the works of the Italian Renaissance for Europeans."
The artworks, which will be on display until March 6, will focus on several themes that show natural scenes of the sky, earth, mountains, trees, rivers and lakes.
The characters painted on them are often depicted in miniature, on a road or on a bridge.
The masterpieces were collected by collector Hu Lu Kuong (1907-2006) before being presented in 2018 to the Hong Kong Museum, which co-organizes the exhibition.
The title of his collection is "The Pavilion of Absolute Happiness."
These works mark pivotal stages in Chinese history, between the mid-5th and early 18th centuries, an era that saw a “deep historical rift and succession between dynasties. ”
The artifacts depict three centuries from the peak phase to the gradual decline of the Ming dynasty, the fall of Beijing to the rebels in 1644, the advance of the Manchu forces towards the south of the empire, and the rise of the Qing dynasty.
The journey, titled “Painting Out of the World, ” traces the path of Chinese monks eager to retreat into forests and mountains to escape the anxieties and horrors associated with the fall of the empire.
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Picasso ’ s Woman of the Hour at Sotheby ’ s soon to be auctioned and expected to fetch €120 million
(MENAFN-Youm7) The Woman of the Hour by Spanish artist Pablo Picasso will go on sale at Sotheby ’ s auction in New York, and is expected to fetch a price of at least $120 million.
The 1932 painting depicts Picasso ’ s mistress Marie Therese Walter wearing a watch and will be sold as part of a two-day auction in November, featuring works by Jasper Jones, William de Kooning, Mark Rothko and Andy Warhol, according to Lauro. News.
The Queen Sofia Museum in Madrid lifted the ban on taking pictures of the famous Guernica painting by the famous Spanish artist
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The artwork was moved from the Museum of Modern Art in New York to Spain in 1981 and has since attracted millions of visitors.
Guernica is one of Pablo Picasso ’ s most famous murals and was inspired by the bombing of Guernica, when a German and Italian fighter plane supporting Spanish nationalist forces bombed the city on April 26, 1937 to terrorize during the Spanish Civil War.
The government of the Second Spanish Republic (1931-1939) commissioned Pablo Picasso to create a mural for display in the Spanish pavilion at the International Exhibition of Techniques and Arts in Contemporary Life, held in Paris in 1937.
Picasso finished the painting in June 1937.
Guernica presents the tragedy of war and the suffering it causes to individuals, and has become an archaeological landmark, becoming a constant reminder of the tragedies of war, in addition to being considered an anti-war symbol and embodiment of peace. After its completion, the painting toured the world to become one of the most famous paintings.
The painting is an oil painting consisting of dark blue, black and white colors with a length of 3.5 meters and a width of 7.8 meters and is on display at the Museum of the Queen Sofia National Art Center in Madrid.
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- Statements from museum officials about their exhibitions’ roles in promoting cultural understanding.

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80 works of art in the “Search for Light ” exhibition.
Ithra Launches “Learning Without Borders ” Conference
Country – Dhahran
At its headquarters in Dhahran, the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) is launching the second edition of the Middle East ’ s leading “Learning Without Borders ” creative conference, highlighting learning challenges and opportunities. It is also a cultural platform that allows attendees to connect with creative professionals who specialize in non-traditional and informal innovative learning styles to discuss them.
From January 19-20, the conference will host more than 80 speakers from around the world, as well as presenting more than 75 activities, talks and workshops focusing on the topics of (lifelong learning) and (learning environments) under the umbrella of storytelling.
The conference aims to empower professionals and passionate learners alike and encourage them to adopt innovative and informal learning tools to create stronger channels of communication with their audiences. It also encourages attendees through different environments and cultural learning spaces to take the lead in the lifelong learning journey. Engages teachers, parents, education entrepreneurs, and content developers across all sectors.
The conference offers a range of innovative learning best practices, through a range of cultural spaces including interactive panel discussions, intensive workshops, meetings with international experts, and immersive experiences activated within Ithra ’ s facilities.
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On the other hand, the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) hosted the works of British artist Peter Sanders through the exhibition “In Search of Light ”, which will run until June 16, and includes more than 80 exclusive photos and unique works to be displayed for the first time inside the center ’ s headquarters in Dhahran. It is remarkable that the artist ’ s collection blends two different stages of his ancient journey, which includes images before and after his conversion to Islam.
The exhibition is part of Ithra ’ s series of exhibitions, where it aims to create new experiences by returning to ancient civilizations, exploring history and impact through storytelling in visual language that mimics the desire and artistic taste of the recipient.
The artist ’ s photographic journey, which began in 1950, included pictures of famous musicians, he was able to capture their images with his artistic passion and creative sense, before he announced his Islam, until he entered a new phase, which is post-Islam in 1971, was one of the first international photographers, who had the opportunity to photograph the rituals of Hajj from the heart of Mecca, to continue more than 40 years between travel and travel. Arab Islamic cities and capitals, in an attempt to collect the history of Islamic civilization around the world, taking more than 500 thousand pictures, documenting a deep connection between two stages with different components.
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For her part, Ithra Museum President Farah Abu Shalih said that the exhibition “In Search of Light ” complements Ithra ’ s role in the dissemination and exchange of cultures as a destination of inspiration. Through the exhibition, Ithra offers a deep insight into the Islamic world and contemporary civilizations by an artist who has traveled around the world to tell inspiring stories – not in the form of a book – but in an amazing visual sequence.

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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.

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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.

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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.
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- Christmas isn't just about celebration; it's a season for giving thanks and spreading warmth, such as through themed hotel packages and festive lobbies.

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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.
With the theme of gold as the theme for the golden christmas of the hotel, the romantic warm golden light bulb is used to brighten the festive atmosphere. Step into the door of the first floor of the hotel, from the horse wearing a golden saddle, the golden Christmas tree to the sparkling corridor, and the golden golden lights can be seen everywhere in the hotel, creating the most gorgeous Christmas castle in winter. Christmas experience activities allow guests to enjoy a joyful Christmas holiday. The 6th floor lobby creates a "Christmas corner". During the period of 12 / 17 (Sat) to 12 / 25 (Sun), there will be a small elf and Santa Claus surprise appearance, and take a group photo with the guests to leave a memorable Christmas happy time.
The "Christmas Edition Art Tour" is also launched to tell you the historical allusions of Christmas in Europe, as well as the moving stories of the corners of the Monarch Castle and the hidden works of art, so that the trip can create more beautiful and unforgettable moments.
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- "Little Amo", a 3.5m puppet, embodies hope—the character is a young Syrian refugee girl, symbolizing the plight and journeys of displaced people, and was featured in cultural events raising awareness about refugees.

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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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- Artist Simon Ma’s exhibitions travel internationally, from Hong Kong to Mainland China and Italy, promoting global art and culture.

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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 50 years, the sarcophagus of Ramesses II is returning to Paris, reflecting ongoing European fascination with ancient cultures.

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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, located by the Oslo Fjord, is a testament to exploration spirit—highlighted by its dramatic triangular design and its seafaring history exhibits.

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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 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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