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| Courtyard, Al Ain Palace Museum, Al Ain, UAE © Doug Hickok All Rights Reserved A courtyard at Sheikh Zayed's Palace in the oasis town of Al Ain was a refuge from arid desert. Walls built around the palace enclosed an area that was ideal for shade trees and quiet rooms for retreat from the heat. |
Monday, May 20, 2013
A Courtyard Oasis
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I almost detect a bit of South Carolina in that image, Doug. It must be the shade. :)
ReplyDeleteLove the way the tree emerges from the stones.
ReplyDeleteAdorable place, I have the feeling of a peaceful afternoon!
ReplyDeleteLéia
Just the kind of beautifully portrayed place I need right now. Relaxing, warm and filled with the most delightful colour.
ReplyDeleteI love this rich ochre tone a lot.
ReplyDeleteAnd the tree :)
I thought I recognised this tree, but I actually don't. :o)
The leaves look like monkey pod tree, but the bark doesn't.
Is it a camel hump tree?
Or maybe it's a barking-up-the-wrong tree? ;o)
i love the graphics, light and colors
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful light. I love colors of this trunk and your framing
ReplyDeleteLovely tones and contrasts in this beautiful scene!
ReplyDeletea peaceful and harmonious corner !!!
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