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Wetlands Guard Bird Species from Plateau to Urban Landscape - China

Black-necked cranes are seen at a reservoir in Lhunzhub County of Lhasa, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, Feb. 20, 2025. As an important part of the world's ecosystem, wetland plays a huge role in many aspects including ecology, environment, economy and society. Known as an extra lung for Londoners, the London Wetland Centre is an urban ecological paradise transformed from industrial wasteland on the banks of the River Thames. The site was formerly four reservoirs operated by the Thames Water Company, which supplied drinking water to the southwest of London. The London Wetland Centre began construction in 1995 and was completed and opened to the public in 2000. Visitors to the centre can observe numerous endangered bird species, with over 200 species observed and recorded in the area, embodying a harmonious balance between urban life and nature. The unique geographical environment of Xizang nurtures distinct biological communities, housing many rare species. In efforts to protect the plateau's wild

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Wetlands Guard Bird Species from Plateau to Urban Landscape - China

A black-necked crane keeps its baby warm under its body while the other remains vigilant at a wetland in Xainza County of Nagqu City, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, June 4, 2025. As an important part of the world's ecosystem, wetland plays a huge role in many aspects including ecology, environment, economy and society. Known as an extra lung for Londoners, the London Wetland Centre is an urban ecological paradise transformed from industrial wasteland on the banks of the River Thames. The site was formerly four reservoirs operated by the Thames Water Company, which supplied drinking water to the southwest of London. The London Wetland Centre began construction in 1995 and was completed and opened to the public in 2000. Visitors to the centre can observe numerous endangered bird species, with over 200 species observed and recorded in the area, embodying a harmonious balance between urban life and nature. The unique geographical environment of Xizang nurtures distinct biological communities, housing

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Wetlands Guard Bird Species from Plateau to Urban Landscape - China

A black-necked crane is seen at a wetland in Xainza County of Nagqu City, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, June 4, 2025. As an important part of the world's ecosystem, wetland plays a huge role in many aspects including ecology, environment, economy and society. Known as an extra lung for Londoners, the London Wetland Centre is an urban ecological paradise transformed from industrial wasteland on the banks of the River Thames. The site was formerly four reservoirs operated by the Thames Water Company, which supplied drinking water to the southwest of London. The London Wetland Centre began construction in 1995 and was completed and opened to the public in 2000. Visitors to the centre can observe numerous endangered bird species, with over 200 species observed and recorded in the area, embodying a harmonious balance between urban life and nature. The unique geographical environment of Xizang nurtures distinct biological communities, housing many rare species. In efforts to protect the plateau's wild

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Wetlands Guard Bird Species from Plateau to Urban Landscape - China

A black-necked crane checks its baby at a wetland in Xainza County of Nagqu City, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, June 4, 2025. As an important part of the world's ecosystem, wetland plays a huge role in many aspects including ecology, environment, economy and society. Known as an extra lung for Londoners, the London Wetland Centre is an urban ecological paradise transformed from industrial wasteland on the banks of the River Thames. The site was formerly four reservoirs operated by the Thames Water Company, which supplied drinking water to the southwest of London. The London Wetland Centre began construction in 1995 and was completed and opened to the public in 2000. Visitors to the centre can observe numerous endangered bird species, with over 200 species observed and recorded in the area, embodying a harmonious balance between urban life and nature. The unique geographical environment of Xizang nurtures distinct biological communities, housing many rare species. In efforts to protect the platea

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Wetlands Guard Bird Species from Plateau to Urban Landscape - China

A black-necked crane tries to keep a fishing gull away from its nest in Xainza County of Nagqu City, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, June 4, 2025. As an important part of the world's ecosystem, wetland plays a huge role in many aspects including ecology, environment, economy and society. Known as an extra lung for Londoners, the London Wetland Centre is an urban ecological paradise transformed from industrial wasteland on the banks of the River Thames. The site was formerly four reservoirs operated by the Thames Water Company, which supplied drinking water to the southwest of London. The London Wetland Centre began construction in 1995 and was completed and opened to the public in 2000. Visitors to the centre can observe numerous endangered bird species, with over 200 species observed and recorded in the area, embodying a harmonious balance between urban life and nature. The unique geographical environment of Xizang nurtures distinct biological communities, housing many rare species. In efforts to

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Wetlands Guard Bird Species from Plateau to Urban Landscape - China

Black-necked cranes take turns to take care of their baby at a wetland in Xainza County of Nagqu City, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, June 4, 2025. As an important part of the world's ecosystem, wetland plays a huge role in many aspects including ecology, environment, economy and society. Known as an extra lung for Londoners, the London Wetland Centre is an urban ecological paradise transformed from industrial wasteland on the banks of the River Thames. The site was formerly four reservoirs operated by the Thames Water Company, which supplied drinking water to the southwest of London. The London Wetland Centre began construction in 1995 and was completed and opened to the public in 2000. Visitors to the centre can observe numerous endangered bird species, with over 200 species observed and recorded in the area, embodying a harmonious balance between urban life and nature. The unique geographical environment of Xizang nurtures distinct biological communities, housing many rare species. In efforts

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Wetlands Guard Bird Species from Plateau to Urban Landscape - China

A black-necked crane takes care of its baby at a wetland in Xainza County of Nagqu City, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, June 5, 2025. As an important part of the world's ecosystem, wetland plays a huge role in many aspects including ecology, environment, economy and society. Known as an extra lung for Londoners, the London Wetland Centre is an urban ecological paradise transformed from industrial wasteland on the banks of the River Thames. The site was formerly four reservoirs operated by the Thames Water Company, which supplied drinking water to the southwest of London. The London Wetland Centre began construction in 1995 and was completed and opened to the public in 2000. Visitors to the centre can observe numerous endangered bird species, with over 200 species observed and recorded in the area, embodying a harmonious balance between urban life and nature. The unique geographical environment of Xizang nurtures distinct biological communities, housing many rare species. In efforts to protect the

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Wetlands Guard Bird Species from Plateau to Urban Landscape - China

A black-necked crane takes care of its baby at a wetland in Xainza County of Nagqu City, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, June 5, 2025. As an important part of the world's ecosystem, wetland plays a huge role in many aspects including ecology, environment, economy and society. Known as an extra lung for Londoners, the London Wetland Centre is an urban ecological paradise transformed from industrial wasteland on the banks of the River Thames. The site was formerly four reservoirs operated by the Thames Water Company, which supplied drinking water to the southwest of London. The London Wetland Centre began construction in 1995 and was completed and opened to the public in 2000. Visitors to the centre can observe numerous endangered bird species, with over 200 species observed and recorded in the area, embodying a harmonious balance between urban life and nature. The unique geographical environment of Xizang nurtures distinct biological communities, housing many rare species. In efforts to protect the

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Wetlands Guard Bird Species from Plateau to Urban Landscape - China

A black-necked crane takes care of its baby at a wetland in Xainza County of Nagqu City, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, June 5, 2025. As an important part of the world's ecosystem, wetland plays a huge role in many aspects including ecology, environment, economy and society. Known as an extra lung for Londoners, the London Wetland Centre is an urban ecological paradise transformed from industrial wasteland on the banks of the River Thames. The site was formerly four reservoirs operated by the Thames Water Company, which supplied drinking water to the southwest of London. The London Wetland Centre began construction in 1995 and was completed and opened to the public in 2000. Visitors to the centre can observe numerous endangered bird species, with over 200 species observed and recorded in the area, embodying a harmonious balance between urban life and nature. The unique geographical environment of Xizang nurtures distinct biological communities, housing many rare species. In efforts to protect the

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Wetlands Guard Bird Species from Plateau to Urban Landscape - China

Black-necked cranes are seen at a reservoir in Lhunzhub County of Lhasa, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, March 8, 2025. As an important part of the world's ecosystem, wetland plays a huge role in many aspects including ecology, environment, economy and society. Known as an extra lung for Londoners, the London Wetland Centre is an urban ecological paradise transformed from industrial wasteland on the banks of the River Thames. The site was formerly four reservoirs operated by the Thames Water Company, which supplied drinking water to the southwest of London. The London Wetland Centre began construction in 1995 and was completed and opened to the public in 2000. Visitors to the centre can observe numerous endangered bird species, with over 200 species observed and recorded in the area, embodying a harmonious balance between urban life and nature. The unique geographical environment of Xizang nurtures distinct biological communities, housing many rare species. In efforts to protect the plateau's wild

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Wetlands Guard Bird Species from Plateau to Urban Landscape - China

A black-necked crane takes care of its baby at a wetland in Xainza County of Nagqu City, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, June 5, 2025. As an important part of the world's ecosystem, wetland plays a huge role in many aspects including ecology, environment, economy and society. Known as an extra lung for Londoners, the London Wetland Centre is an urban ecological paradise transformed from industrial wasteland on the banks of the River Thames. The site was formerly four reservoirs operated by the Thames Water Company, which supplied drinking water to the southwest of London. The London Wetland Centre began construction in 1995 and was completed and opened to the public in 2000. Visitors to the centre can observe numerous endangered bird species, with over 200 species observed and recorded in the area, embodying a harmonious balance between urban life and nature. The unique geographical environment of Xizang nurtures distinct biological communities, housing many rare species. In efforts to protect the

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BlueOrigin New Shepard-31

Handout photo shows Blue Origin's NS-31 mission patch was designed to symbolically represent the six crew members, each embodying a singular journey. The target star pays tribute to Aisha Bowe, for her ambition in science and her commitment to youth and STEM careers. The scales of justice evoke Amanda Nguyen's fight for civil rights and equality. The shooting star-shaped microphone represents Gayle King's mission to bring essential stories to the public's attention. The firework illustrates Katy Perry's international influence in music, culture and philanthropy. The film reel symbolizes Kerianne Flynn's passion for cinema and the art of storytelling. Finally, Flynn the Fly, the main character in Lauren Sanchez's children's book The Fly Who Flew to Space, appears on the patch as an emblem of resilience and inspiration for children with learning disabilities, encouraging them to believe in their dreams. On April 14, 2025, Blue Origin will launch the New Shepard-31 (NS-31) mission, marking a historic moment with

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BlueOrigin New Shepard-31

Handout photo shows Blue Origin's NS-31 mission patch was designed to symbolically represent the six crew members, each embodying a singular journey. The target star pays tribute to Aisha Bowe, for her ambition in science and her commitment to youth and STEM careers. The scales of justice evoke Amanda Nguyen's fight for civil rights and equality. The shooting star-shaped microphone represents Gayle King's mission to bring essential stories to the public's attention. The firework illustrates Katy Perry's international influence in music, culture and philanthropy. The film reel symbolizes Kerianne Flynn's passion for cinema and the art of storytelling. Finally, Flynn the Fly, the main character in Lauren Sanchez's children's book The Fly Who Flew to Space, appears on the patch as an emblem of resilience and inspiration for children with learning disabilities, encouraging them to believe in their dreams. On April 14, 2025, Blue Origin will launch the New Shepard-31 (NS-31) mission, marking a historic moment with

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BlueOrigin New Shepard-31

Handout photo shows Blue Origin's NS-31 mission patch was designed to symbolically represent the six crew members, each embodying a singular journey. The target star pays tribute to Aisha Bowe, for her ambition in science and her commitment to youth and STEM careers. The scales of justice evoke Amanda Nguyen's fight for civil rights and equality. The shooting star-shaped microphone represents Gayle King's mission to bring essential stories to the public's attention. The firework illustrates Katy Perry's international influence in music, culture and philanthropy. The film reel symbolizes Kerianne Flynn's passion for cinema and the art of storytelling. Finally, Flynn the Fly, the main character in Lauren Sanchez's children's book The Fly Who Flew to Space, appears on the patch as an emblem of resilience and inspiration for children with learning disabilities, encouraging them to believe in their dreams. On April 14, 2025, Blue Origin will launch the New Shepard-31 (NS-31) mission, marking a historic moment with

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240709) -- BEIJING, July 9, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tourists visit the scenic spot of Dazu Rock Carvings in southwest China's Chongqing, July 7, 2024. The Dazu Rock Carvings site was inscribed onto the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1999. The finest example of Chinese grotto art, the Dazu Rock Carvings site is of profound historical significance, embodying the vigorous vitality of Chinese culture. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wang Quanchao)

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CHINA-CHONGQING-DAZU ROCK CARVINGS-TOURISM (CN)

(240708) -- CHONGQING, July 8, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tourists visit the scenic spot of Dazu Rock Carvings in southwest China's Chongqing, July 7, 2024. The Dazu Rock Carvings site was inscribed onto the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1999. The finest example of Chinese grotto art, the Dazu Rock Carvings site is of profound historical significance, embodying the vigorous vitality of Chinese culture. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wang Quanchao)

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CHINA-CHONGQING-DAZU ROCK CARVINGS-TOURISM (CN)

(240708) -- CHONGQING, July 8, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tourists visit the scenic spot of Dazu Rock Carvings in southwest China's Chongqing, July 7, 2024. The Dazu Rock Carvings site was inscribed onto the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1999. The finest example of Chinese grotto art, the Dazu Rock Carvings site is of profound historical significance, embodying the vigorous vitality of Chinese culture. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wang Quanchao)

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CHINA-CHONGQING-DAZU ROCK CARVINGS-TOURISM (CN)

(240708) -- CHONGQING, July 8, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tourists visit the scenic spot of Dazu Rock Carvings in southwest China's Chongqing, July 7, 2024. The Dazu Rock Carvings site was inscribed onto the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1999. The finest example of Chinese grotto art, the Dazu Rock Carvings site is of profound historical significance, embodying the vigorous vitality of Chinese culture. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wang Quanchao)

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CHINA-CHONGQING-DAZU ROCK CARVINGS-TOURISM (CN)

(240708) -- CHONGQING, July 8, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tourists visit the scenic spot of Dazu Rock Carvings in southwest China's Chongqing, July 7, 2024. The Dazu Rock Carvings site was inscribed onto the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1999. The finest example of Chinese grotto art, the Dazu Rock Carvings site is of profound historical significance, embodying the vigorous vitality of Chinese culture. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wang Quanchao)

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CHINA-CHONGQING-DAZU ROCK CARVINGS-TOURISM (CN)

(240708) -- CHONGQING, July 8, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tourists visit the scenic spot of Dazu Rock Carvings in southwest China's Chongqing, July 7, 2024. The Dazu Rock Carvings site was inscribed onto the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1999. The finest example of Chinese grotto art, the Dazu Rock Carvings site is of profound historical significance, embodying the vigorous vitality of Chinese culture. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wang Quanchao)

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CHINA-CHONGQING-DAZU ROCK CARVINGS-TOURISM (CN)

(240708) -- CHONGQING, July 8, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tourists visit the scenic spot of Dazu Rock Carvings in southwest China's Chongqing, July 7, 2024. The Dazu Rock Carvings site was inscribed onto the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1999. The finest example of Chinese grotto art, the Dazu Rock Carvings site is of profound historical significance, embodying the vigorous vitality of Chinese culture. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wang Quanchao)

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Artists from China's Xinjiang stage cultural spectacle in Kuwait

STORY: Artists from China's Xinjiang stage cultural spectacle in Kuwait SHOOTING TIME: May 28, 2024 DATELINE: May 30, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:42 LOCATION: Kuwait City CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the musical and dance show STORYLINE: A grand musical and dance show titled "Xinjiang is a Nice Place" was staged at the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Center in Kuwait City on Tuesday evening. Featuring a mix of dance, vocal music, epic chanting, and displays of intangible cultural heritage, the show highlighted the diverse and rich cultural heritage of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Artists from the Xinjiang Art Theater performed 14 highly distinctive ethnic song and dance acrobatics programs in Mandarin, Uighur, Kazakh, Kyrgyz, and Mongolian languages, all embodying the spirit of unity within the Chinese nation. Approximately 600 attendees, including Kuwaiti dignitaries from the Emir's Palace, Supreme Council for Planning and Development, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs,

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The Tree Of A Thousand Voices By Daniel Hourde - Paris

"The tree of a thousand voices" by Daniel Hourde in Paris, France on April 9, 2024. A new giant work by Daniel Hourdé is installed on the Pont du Carrousel in Paris until May 21. L'Arbre aux mille voix (The Tree of a Thousand Voices), some ten meters high, is made up of a multitude of books whose leaves fly off, embodying strength and life. Le Petit Prince, À la recherche du temps perdu, Hamlet, Boule de Suif, Le Diable au Corps, Orgueil et Préjugés, La Vagabonde, Une vie violente... The great classics of literature rub shoulders with more recent novels, and authors from every country are represented in this universal tree of life. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Tree Of A Thousand Voices By Daniel Hourde - Paris

"The tree of a thousand voices" by Daniel Hourde in Paris, France on April 9, 2024. A new giant work by Daniel Hourdé is installed on the Pont du Carrousel in Paris until May 21. L'Arbre aux mille voix (The Tree of a Thousand Voices), some ten meters high, is made up of a multitude of books whose leaves fly off, embodying strength and life. Le Petit Prince, À la recherche du temps perdu, Hamlet, Boule de Suif, Le Diable au Corps, Orgueil et Préjugés, La Vagabonde, Une vie violente... The great classics of literature rub shoulders with more recent novels, and authors from every country are represented in this universal tree of life. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Tree Of A Thousand Voices By Daniel Hourde - Paris

"The tree of a thousand voices" by Daniel Hourde in Paris, France on April 9, 2024. A new giant work by Daniel Hourdé is installed on the Pont du Carrousel in Paris until May 21. L'Arbre aux mille voix (The Tree of a Thousand Voices), some ten meters high, is made up of a multitude of books whose leaves fly off, embodying strength and life. Le Petit Prince, À la recherche du temps perdu, Hamlet, Boule de Suif, Le Diable au Corps, Orgueil et Préjugés, La Vagabonde, Une vie violente... The great classics of literature rub shoulders with more recent novels, and authors from every country are represented in this universal tree of life. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Tree Of A Thousand Voices By Daniel Hourde - Paris

"The tree of a thousand voices" by Daniel Hourde in Paris, France on April 9, 2024. A new giant work by Daniel Hourdé is installed on the Pont du Carrousel in Paris until May 21. L'Arbre aux mille voix (The Tree of a Thousand Voices), some ten meters high, is made up of a multitude of books whose leaves fly off, embodying strength and life. Le Petit Prince, À la recherche du temps perdu, Hamlet, Boule de Suif, Le Diable au Corps, Orgueil et Préjugés, La Vagabonde, Une vie violente... The great classics of literature rub shoulders with more recent novels, and authors from every country are represented in this universal tree of life. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Tree Of A Thousand Voices By Daniel Hourde - Paris

"The tree of a thousand voices" by Daniel Hourde in Paris, France on April 9, 2024. A new giant work by Daniel Hourdé is installed on the Pont du Carrousel in Paris until May 21. L'Arbre aux mille voix (The Tree of a Thousand Voices), some ten meters high, is made up of a multitude of books whose leaves fly off, embodying strength and life. Le Petit Prince, À la recherche du temps perdu, Hamlet, Boule de Suif, Le Diable au Corps, Orgueil et Préjugés, La Vagabonde, Une vie violente... The great classics of literature rub shoulders with more recent novels, and authors from every country are represented in this universal tree of life. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Tree Of A Thousand Voices By Daniel Hourde - Paris

"The tree of a thousand voices" by Daniel Hourde in Paris, France on April 9, 2024. A new giant work by Daniel Hourdé is installed on the Pont du Carrousel in Paris until May 21. L'Arbre aux mille voix (The Tree of a Thousand Voices), some ten meters high, is made up of a multitude of books whose leaves fly off, embodying strength and life. Le Petit Prince, À la recherche du temps perdu, Hamlet, Boule de Suif, Le Diable au Corps, Orgueil et Préjugés, La Vagabonde, Une vie violente... The great classics of literature rub shoulders with more recent novels, and authors from every country are represented in this universal tree of life. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Tree Of A Thousand Voices By Daniel Hourde - Paris

"The tree of a thousand voices" by Daniel Hourde in Paris, France on April 9, 2024. A new giant work by Daniel Hourdé is installed on the Pont du Carrousel in Paris until May 21. L'Arbre aux mille voix (The Tree of a Thousand Voices), some ten meters high, is made up of a multitude of books whose leaves fly off, embodying strength and life. Le Petit Prince, À la recherche du temps perdu, Hamlet, Boule de Suif, Le Diable au Corps, Orgueil et Préjugés, La Vagabonde, Une vie violente... The great classics of literature rub shoulders with more recent novels, and authors from every country are represented in this universal tree of life. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Tree Of A Thousand Voices By Daniel Hourde - Paris

"The tree of a thousand voices" by Daniel Hourde in Paris, France on April 9, 2024. A new giant work by Daniel Hourdé is installed on the Pont du Carrousel in Paris until May 21. L'Arbre aux mille voix (The Tree of a Thousand Voices), some ten meters high, is made up of a multitude of books whose leaves fly off, embodying strength and life. Le Petit Prince, À la recherche du temps perdu, Hamlet, Boule de Suif, Le Diable au Corps, Orgueil et Préjugés, La Vagabonde, Une vie violente... The great classics of literature rub shoulders with more recent novels, and authors from every country are represented in this universal tree of life. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Tree Of A Thousand Voices By Daniel Hourde - Paris

"The tree of a thousand voices" by Daniel Hourde in Paris, France on April 9, 2024. A new giant work by Daniel Hourdé is installed on the Pont du Carrousel in Paris until May 21. L'Arbre aux mille voix (The Tree of a Thousand Voices), some ten meters high, is made up of a multitude of books whose leaves fly off, embodying strength and life. Le Petit Prince, À la recherche du temps perdu, Hamlet, Boule de Suif, Le Diable au Corps, Orgueil et Préjugés, La Vagabonde, Une vie violente... The great classics of literature rub shoulders with more recent novels, and authors from every country are represented in this universal tree of life. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Tree Of A Thousand Voices By Daniel Hourde - Paris

"The tree of a thousand voices" by Daniel Hourde in Paris, France on April 9, 2024. A new giant work by Daniel Hourdé is installed on the Pont du Carrousel in Paris until May 21. L'Arbre aux mille voix (The Tree of a Thousand Voices), some ten meters high, is made up of a multitude of books whose leaves fly off, embodying strength and life. Le Petit Prince, À la recherche du temps perdu, Hamlet, Boule de Suif, Le Diable au Corps, Orgueil et Préjugés, La Vagabonde, Une vie violente... The great classics of literature rub shoulders with more recent novels, and authors from every country are represented in this universal tree of life. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Tree Of A Thousand Voices By Daniel Hourde - Paris

"The tree of a thousand voices" by Daniel Hourde in Paris, France on April 9, 2024. A new giant work by Daniel Hourdé is installed on the Pont du Carrousel in Paris until May 21. L'Arbre aux mille voix (The Tree of a Thousand Voices), some ten meters high, is made up of a multitude of books whose leaves fly off, embodying strength and life. Le Petit Prince, À la recherche du temps perdu, Hamlet, Boule de Suif, Le Diable au Corps, Orgueil et Préjugés, La Vagabonde, Une vie violente... The great classics of literature rub shoulders with more recent novels, and authors from every country are represented in this universal tree of life. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hooded Penitents Parade In Tuscany

The annual Good Friday Easter parade takes place, in Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy, on March 29, 2024. The parade unfolds, embodying a timeless tradition. Hooded penitents from three brotherhoods carry crosses and statues through the streets, symbolizing the lead-up to Easter. Guided by the Priest of the Church of the Collegiate and accompanied by mournful melodies, the procession fosters community reverence. The Brotherhood of San Antonio dons white, the Brotherhood of Death wears black, and the Brotherhood of Jesus adorns blue, paying homage to tradition, while Pious Women follow with Our Lady of Sorrows. Photo by Nathan Laine/ABACAPRESS.COM