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Indonesia: Mount Dukono Erupts, Sending Ash Nearly 11 Kilometers High

Mount Dukono erupted Friday morning, May 8 at 07:41 local time, sending an ash column some 11,087 meters above sea level and drifting northward. It was the volcano's seventh eruption in a week. Indonesia's volcanology authority PVMBG has kept the volcano at Activity Level II (Alert), warning residents and visitors to stay at least 4 kilometers from the Malupang Warirang Crater.

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

The President of the Community of Madrid, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, attends the representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

The President of the Community of Madrid, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, attends the representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

The President of the Community of Madrid, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, attends the representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Living Nativity Scene In Buitrago de Lozoya - Spain

Representation of a Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago de Lozoya, on December 20, 2025, in Buitrago de Lozoya, Madrid (Spain). The Cultural Association "Belén Viviente de Buitrago del Lozoya" is a non-profit cultural association that has been performing for 34 years a static theatrical tradition with more than 41 biblical scenes recreated all outdoors along about 1,300 meters spread over the old town (coracha, church and walls). The Living Nativity Scene of Buitrago del Lozoya is the most deeply rooted tradition of the municipality and is recognized at regional and national level. Photo by Rafael Bastante / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Loire Valley

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAMBORD : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTHEAST, AT SUNSET. WITH ITS 77 STAIRCASES, ITS 156 METERS OF FACADE, ITS 282 CHIMNEYS, ITS 426 ROOMS, AND ITS 800 CARVED CAPITALS, IT IS THE LARGEST CHATEAU OF THE LOIRE VALLEY. ON BACKGROUND RIGHT, THE SMALL VILLAGE OF CHAMBORD. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Loire Valley

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAUMONT SUR LOIRE : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTH. PERCHED 40 METERS ABOVE THE LOIRE RIVER, THIS CASTLE ILLUSTRATES BOTH THE DEFENSIVE ARCHITECTURE OF THE GOTHIC ERA AND THE ARCHITECTURE OF AMENITY OF THE RENAISSANCE. IT WAS, IN THE SIXTEENTH CENTURY, PROPERTY OF QUEEN CATHERINE DE MEDICI THEN DIANE DE POITIERS. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Loire Valley

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAMBORD : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTHEAST, AT SUNRISE. ON FOREGROUND, THE COSSON RIVER AND THE FRENCH GARDENS, RESTORED IN SPRING 2018. WITH ITS 77 STAIRCASES, ITS 156 METERS OF FACADE, ITS 282 CHIMNEYS, ITS 426 ROOMS, AND ITS 800 CARVED CAPITALS, IT IS THE LARGEST CASTLE OF THE LOIRE VALLEY. THE FIRST STONE WAS LAID BY FRANCOIS 1ST IN 1519: 2019 MARKS THE FIFTH CENTENARY OF THE CASTLE. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Loire Valley

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAMBORD : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTH, AT SUNSET. IN THE FOREGROUND, THE FRENCH GARDENS, RESTORED IN SPRING 2018. LEFT, THE COSSON RIVER. IN THE BACKGROUND, THE NATIONAL ESTATE OF CHAMBORD, THE LARGEST CLOSED FOREST PARK IN EUROPE WITH 5441 HECTARES AND 32 KM OF CLOSED WALLS (THE LONGEST IN FRANCE). WITH ITS 77 STAIRCASES, ITS 156 METERS OF FACADE, ITS 282 CHIMNEYS, ITS 426 ROOMS, AND ITS 800 CARVED CAPITALS, IT IS THE LARGEST CHATEAU OF THE LOIRE VALLEY. THE FIRST STONE WAS LAID BY FRANCOIS 1ST IN 1519: 2019 MARKS THE FIFTH CENTENARY OF THE CASTLE. ON BACKGROUND RIGHT, THE SMALL VILLAGE OF CHAMBORD. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Loire Valley

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAMBORD : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTH, AT SUNSET. WITH ITS 77 STAIRCASES, ITS 156 METERS OF FACADE, ITS 282 CHIMNEYS, ITS 426 ROOMS, AND ITS 800 CARVED CAPITALS, IT IS THE LARGEST CHATEAU OF THE LOIRE VALLEY. THE FIRST STONE WAS LAID BY FRANCOIS 1ST IN 1519: 2019 MARKS THE FIFTH CENTENARY OF THE CASTLE. ON BACKGROUND RIGHT, THE SMALL VILLAGE OF CHAMBORD. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Loire Valley

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAUMONT SUR LOIRE : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTH EAST. PERCHED 40 METERS ABOVE THE LOIRE RIVER, THIS CASTLE ILLUSTRATES BOTH THE DEFENSIVE ARCHITECTURE OF THE GOTHIC ERA AND THE ARCHITECTURE OF AMENITY OF THE RENAISSANCE. IT WAS, IN THE SIXTEENTH CENTURY, PROPERTY OF QUEEN CATHERINE DE MEDICI THEN DIANE DE POITIERS. ON BACKGROUND CENTER, THE VILLAGE OF CHAUMONT SUR LOIRE. ON BACKGROUND RIGHT, THE LOIRE RIVER. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Loire Valley

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAMBORD : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTHEAST AT SUNRISE. ON FOREGROUND, THE FRENCH GARDENS, RESTORED IN SPRING 2018. LEFT AND RIGHT, THE COSSON RIVER. ON BACKGROUND, THE NATIONAL ESTATE OF CHAMBORD, LARGEST CLOSED FOREST PARK IN EUROPE WITH 5441 HECTARES AND 32 KM OF CLOSED WALLS (LONGEST IN FRANCE). WITH ITS 77 STAIRCASES, ITS 156 METERS OF FACADE, ITS 282 CHIMNEYS, ITS 426 ROOMS, AND ITS 800 CARVED CAPITALS, IT IS THE LARGEST CHATEAU OF THE LOIRE VALLEY. THE FIRST STONE WAS LAID BY FRANCOIS 1ST IN 1519: 2019 MARKS THE FIFTH CENTENARY OF THE CASTLE. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAMBORD : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTH, AT SUNSET. IN THE FOREGROUND, THE FRENCH GARDENS, RESTORED IN SPRING 2018. LEFT, THE COSSON RIVER. IN THE BACKGROUND, THE NATIONAL ESTATE OF CHAMBORD, THE LARGEST CLOSED FOREST PARK IN EUROPE WITH 5441 HECTARES AND 32 KM OF CLOSED WALLS (THE LONGEST IN FRANCE). WITH ITS 77 STAIRCASES, ITS 156 METERS OF FACADE, ITS 282 CHIMNEYS, ITS 426 ROOMS, AND ITS 800 CARVED CAPITALS, IT IS THE LARGEST CHATEAU OF THE LOIRE VALLEY. THE FIRST STONE WAS LAID BY FRANCOIS 1ST IN 1519: 2019 MARKS THE FIFTH CENTENARY OF THE CASTLE. ON BACKGROUND RIGHT, THE SMALL VILLAGE OF CHAMBORD. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAMBORD : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTHEAST AT SUNSET. ON FOREGROUND, THE FRENCH GARDENS, RESTORED IN SPRING 2018. LEFT AND RIGHT, THE COSSON RIVER. ON BACKGROUND, THE SMALL VILLAGE OF CHAMBORD AND THE NATIONAL ESTATE OF CHAMBORD, LARGEST CLOSED FOREST PARK IN EUROPE WITH 5441 HECTARES AND 32 KM OF CLOSED WALLS (LONGEST IN FRANCE). WITH ITS 77 STAIRCASES, ITS 156 METERS OF FACADE, ITS 282 CHIMNEYS, ITS 426 ROOMS, AND ITS 800 CARVED CAPITALS, IT IS THE LARGEST CHATEAU OF THE LOIRE VALLEY. THE FIRST STONE WAS LAID BY FRANCOIS 1ST IN 1519: 2019 MARKS THE FIFTH CENTENARY OF THE CASTLE. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAMBORD : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTH, AT SUNSET. WITH ITS 77 STAIRCASES, ITS 156 METERS OF FACADE, ITS 282 CHIMNEYS, ITS 426 ROOMS, AND ITS 800 CARVED CAPITALS, IT IS THE LARGEST CHATEAU OF THE LOIRE VALLEY. THE FIRST STONE WAS LAID BY FRANCOIS 1ST IN 1519: 2019 MARKS THE FIFTH CENTENARY OF THE CASTLE. ON BACKGROUND RIGHT, THE SMALL VILLAGE OF CHAMBORD. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAMBORD : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTHWESTT AT SUNSET. ON FOREGROUND, THE FRENCH GARDENS, RESTORED IN SPRING 2018. LEFT AND RIGHT, THE COSSON RIVER. ON BACKGROUND RIGHT, THE SMALL VILLAGE OF CHAMBORD. ON BACKGROUND, THE NATIONAL ESTATE OF CHAMBORD, LARGEST CLOSED FOREST PARK IN EUROPE WITH 5441 HECTARES AND 32 KM OF CLOSED WALLS (LONGEST IN FRANCE). WITH ITS 77 STAIRCASES, ITS 156 METERS OF FACADE, ITS 282 CHIMNEYS, ITS 426 ROOMS, AND ITS 800 CARVED CAPITALS, IT IS THE LARGEST CHATEAU OF THE LOIRE VALLEY. THE FIRST STONE WAS LAID BY FRANCOIS 1ST IN 1519: 2019 MARKS THE FIFTH CENTENARY OF THE CASTLE. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAMBORD : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTHEAST, AT SUNSET. WITH ITS 77 STAIRCASES, ITS 156 METERS OF FACADE, ITS 282 CHIMNEYS, ITS 426 ROOMS, AND ITS 800 CARVED CAPITALS, IT IS THE LARGEST CHATEAU OF THE LOIRE VALLEY. ON BACKGROUND RIGHT, THE SMALL VILLAGE OF CHAMBORD. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAMBORD : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTHEAST AT SUNRISE. ON FOREGROUND, THE FRENCH GARDENS, RESTORED IN SPRING 2018. LEFT AND RIGHT, THE COSSON RIVER. ON BACKGROUND, THE NATIONAL ESTATE OF CHAMBORD, LARGEST CLOSED FOREST PARK IN EUROPE WITH 5441 HECTARES AND 32 KM OF CLOSED WALLS (LONGEST IN FRANCE). WITH ITS 77 STAIRCASES, ITS 156 METERS OF FACADE, ITS 282 CHIMNEYS, ITS 426 ROOMS, AND ITS 800 CARVED CAPITALS, IT IS THE LARGEST CHATEAU OF THE LOIRE VALLEY. THE FIRST STONE WAS LAID BY FRANCOIS 1ST IN 1519: 2019 MARKS THE FIFTH CENTENARY OF THE CASTLE. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAMBORD : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTHEAST, AT SUNRISE. ON FOREGROUND, THE COSSON RIVER AND THE FRENCH GARDENS, RESTORED IN SPRING 2018. WITH ITS 77 STAIRCASES, ITS 156 METERS OF FACADE, ITS 282 CHIMNEYS, ITS 426 ROOMS, AND ITS 800 CARVED CAPITALS, IT IS THE LARGEST CASTLE OF THE LOIRE VALLEY. THE FIRST STONE WAS LAID BY FRANCOIS 1ST IN 1519: 2019 MARKS THE FIFTH CENTENARY OF THE CASTLE. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAUMONT SUR LOIRE : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE SOUTH EAST. PERCHED 40 METERS ABOVE THE LOIRE RIVER, THIS CASTLE ILLUSTRATES BOTH THE DEFENSIVE ARCHITECTURE OF THE GOTHIC ERA AND THE ARCHITECTURE OF RENAISSANCE AMENITY. IT WAS, IN THE SIXTEENTH CENTURY, PROPERTY OF QUEEN CATHERINE DE MEDICI THEN DIANE DE POITIERS. ON BACKGROUND, THE LOIRE RIVER. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAUMONT SUR LOIRE : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTH EAST. PERCHED 40 METERS ABOVE THE LOIRE RIVER, THIS CASTLE ILLUSTRATES BOTH THE DEFENSIVE ARCHITECTURE OF THE GOTHIC ERA AND THE ARCHITECTURE OF AMENITY OF THE RENAISSANCE. IT WAS, IN THE SIXTEENTH CENTURY, PROPERTY OF QUEEN CATHERINE DE MEDICI THEN DIANE DE POITIERS. ON BACKGROUND CENTER, THE VILLAGE OF CHAUMONT SUR LOIRE. ON BACKGROUND RIGHT, THE LOIRE RIVER. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE - LOIRE VALLEY - LOIR ET CHER (41) - CASTLE OF CHAUMONT SUR LOIRE : AERIAL VIEW FROM THE NORTH. PERCHED 40 METERS ABOVE THE LOIRE RIVER, THIS CASTLE ILLUSTRATES BOTH THE DEFENSIVE ARCHITECTURE OF THE GOTHIC ERA AND THE ARCHITECTURE OF AMENITY OF THE RENAISSANCE. IT WAS, IN THE SIXTEENTH CENTURY, PROPERTY OF QUEEN CATHERINE DE MEDICI THEN DIANE DE POITIERS. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hong Kong holds firework show to celebrate Labor Day

STORY: Hong Kong holds firework show to celebrate Labor Day SHOOTING TIME: May 1, 2024 DATELINE: May 2, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:41 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the fireworks STORYLINE: Tourists swarmed Hong Kong's Victoria Harbor on Wednesday night to enjoy a firework show at sea as one of the first highlights of this Labor Day holiday. Starting at 8 p.m. local time (1200 GMT), the 10-minute display blended in with the night view of the Victoria Harbor and is accompanied by a light and music show. The gold-toned fireworks were set off from a boat 130 meters offshore. Despite the on-and-off drizzles throughout the day, many tourists and Hong Kong residents had arrived three hours prior to the show to find the perfect viewing spot. The Immigration Department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government estimates that passenger arrivals and departures will total 5.9 million from Tuesday to Sunday, among which over 800,000 trips are made by tourists from the C

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Expansive arch bridge in China's Guangxi opens to traffic

STORY: Expansive arch bridge in China's Guangxi opens to traffic SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 31, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 3, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:41 LOCATION: HECHI, China CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Tian'e Longtan Bridge STORYLINE: Tian'e Longtan Bridge, a steel-reinforced concrete arch bridge over 600 meters long, opened to traffic on Thursday in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. The bridge over Hongshui River, situated in Tian'e County in Hechi City of Guangxi, is a two-way four-lane bridge with a total length of 2,488.55 meters. It is the world's longest steel-reinforced concrete arch bridge in terms of span. The opening of the Tian'e Longtan Bridge marks the completion of the Nantian Expressway which links Nandan County and Tian'e County of Guangxi, reducing the trip time from a 1.5-hour drive to a 40-minute drive. The construction of the bridge's main structure began in December 2020. The completion of the Tian'e Longtan Bridge will become a milestone in the evolution of

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Cairo int'l book fair features cultural activities

STORY: Cairo int'l book fair features cultural activities SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 28, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 29, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:41 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the 55th Cairo International Book Fair (CIBF) STORYLINE: The 55th Cairo International Book Fair (CIBF) which is being held from Jan. 24 to Feb. 6 under the slogan of "We Create Knowledge, We Preserve the Word," attracts 1,200 publishers and 5,250 exhibitors from 70 countries and regions. The fair is held on an area of 80,000 square meters including five large exhibition halls at Egypt International Exhibition Center. CIBF will include a cultural program with dozens of activities this year including seminars and conferences with the participation of authors, publishers, poets, intellectuals, and other figures. Established in 1969, CIBF is one of the largest and oldest book fairs in the Middle East. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Cairo. (XHTV)