Here’s a quick look at Elfreth’s Alley in Philadelphia, PA, USA. This is a street from before the United States was a country, with some houses dating from about 1707.
This area of Philadelphia has plenty of construction going on at the moment. However, this alley will be preserved for years to come, which is a nice touch. If you’re passing by, this is worth a look.
While visiting Washington’s Chapel, Valley Forge, PA, USA, I also took some video inside and out. Here’s a brief look to supplement yesterday’s post:
I’ll be posting more photos and video from Valley Forge in the future. Weather has been difficult lately. Stay tuned here at The Bent Page and my Facebook page. Thank you.
Visitors to Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, USA will find some beautiful scenery and this stunningly beautiful chapel.
The attached cloister is a good place to meditate. Inside you’ll find a marvelous space with historic flags and stained glass.
And don’t miss the many details, such as this figure in the wrought iron:
There’s plenty to do at Valley Forge so take your time.
The previous post showed the barkentine Gazela in position in the graving dock. Today we take a look at her on the blocks. These photos are large on purpose. They’re excellent eye-candy for people who appreciate all things nautical. Let’s start with the long view:
Sailing vessel Gazela on the blocks at the former Philadelphia Navy Yard.
Moving closer, here’s a dramatic view of the bow.
Bow of the Gazela in the graving dock at former Philadelphia Navy Yard.
And here’s a view of the stern:
Looking up at the stern of Gazela on the blocks at former Philadelphia Navy Yard.
And finally here’s a view from above of both Gazela and the lightering barge.
Gazela and barge in graving dock at former Philadelphia Navy Yard.
Now the work begins, repairs and refits. Keeping any vessel afloat is lots of work. The reward is in the sail afterward. Stay posted for more updates. (For those interested, these photos were taken with a Nikon D810 and 17-35mm lens.)
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