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The Tara landscape is one of Ireland's and Europe's most precious historical archaeological sites, but it is now in the process of being destroyed   more...to facilitate the construction of a motorway.

The European Commission has warned the Irish Government that its plans to build the M3 four-lane motorway through the archaeologically rich Tara-Skryne valley are illegal within European law. The commission is taking proceedings against the Government.

The Tara landscape has been placed on the World Monuments Fund of most endangered sites.

We are also aware of a joint letter signed internationally by more than 300 academics stating that the royal estate of Tara is not just a central part of Irish heritage, but is of significant importance on a world heritage scale.

We, the undersigned members of the European Parliament, are alarmed at the Irish Government's destruction in July 2007 of the large early medieval settlement site at Baronstown in the Tara-Skryne valley. Most shockingly, this important archaeological site was demolished by motorway construction workers in the middle of the night.

We also wish to express our deep concern about the future of the Celtic temple at Lismullin - a site with national monument status which is also planned to be demolished by the Irish Government.

Urgent action is needed to urge the Irish Government to prevent the destruction of more of our common European heritage.

As was the case at Baronstown, and as is planned for Lismullin, thousands of years of our shared European culture can be wiped out in a few hours, and once gone, can never be replaced.

Given that the path of the planned M3 motorway is so rich in important archaeological monuments, we strongly urge the Irish Government to alter the current motorway route and to choose from the other available routes and viable options for the M3 motorway instead, thereby balancing progress with conservation.

It is of the utmost importance that steps be taken to prevent the destruction of any further ancient monuments which are part of our shared European heritage. We believe the Tara landscape should be preserved fully intact as the European cultural and heritage treasure that it so clearly is.

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Stephen Cooney Born in Melbourne, Australia, Steve started his professional musical career at the age of 17, playing for a while in the US before returning home, where he was in a number of rock bands, (Bushwackers, Fruitcake) and the successful folk/rock band, Red Gum. In 1981 he bought a one-way ticket to Ireland, from where his ancestors had come, where he busked and worked odd jobs for a few months, before joining Stockton's Wing as bassist with whom he stayed until 1981. Since then he has popped up all over the place, with a major contribution to Sharon Shannon's first album, and performances and recordings with Dermot Byrne, Altan, Martin Hayes and others. While guitar, and rock guitarists have raised eyebrows in trad Irish music in the past, Cooney is no noise machine. His technique is excellent, and his understanding of traditional music and accompaniment is attested to by the number of traditional groups and albums he has contributed to.  less

Conservationists angry at what they call,'The desecration of Ireland's cultural heritage' laid siege to a Trim hotel yesterday (Friday) where transport minister Noel Dempsey celebrated another government   more...decentralisation project.
Some of the 40 Tara M3 protestors dodged security to enter the rear of the Knightsbrook Hotel and golf resort where the reception was taking place,
At one point catering staff - some Polish - were sent to confront them.
Earlier, 10 conservationists harangued the veteran politician as he left the construction site for the new Office of Public Works, where he had turned the first sod.
His day was further spoiled when it was discovered that two tyres of his ministerial Merecedes had been let down.
A spokesman for Tara Solidarity Vigil said: "The graves of the ancient Fianna have been bulldozed, the bones dug up and the remains are still awaiting re-interment to their original resting place.
"It is blatant grave robbery and Irish people should be disgusted,
"Imagine if Glasnevin (Dublin) had a proposed motorway going right through it in 2000 years time.
"The aim was not to scare Mr Dempsey but to have a chance to communicate our concern at his lack of interest in an alternative, cheaper M3 route avoiding the Tara Skyrne Valley where there is potential for valuable tourism for generations to come.
"This proposed UNESCO World Heritage Park will thus be an asset to the people of Ireland."
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sang a bit of dangdut and dance a bit as for fans request in keep Heritage Alive in 01 May 2007

Redneck awards from 2004

gun fight

F15 & P51s Heritage Flight at Mildenhall encore - from the left. See how overcast the sky is. MAF was always subject to the variable weather of East Anglia. I have been there when it was a monsoon   more...one year and scorching the next.  less

Special clip I filmed at the MAF nearly ten years ago I reckon. Features a single F15C Eagle accompanied by a pair of P51 Mustangs in the 'Heritage Flight'. I love these mixed formations - the sight and   more...sound is breathtaking. It illustrates how large the F15C - in some respects the modern equivalent to the WW2 P51 - actually is.  less

Speyer Dom World Cultural Heritage Germany, Serie Nr 2

The title say's it all.

Morgan Heritage rippin it...See you in Jamaica.

Morgan Heritage rippin it...See you in Jamaica.

Division of the Sons of Confederate Veterans. A very interesting sub culture if you will that few people realize exists.

The illegal M3 Motorway is being ploughed through one of the richest and best known archaeological landscapes in Europe.
The Vigil Solidarity Camp on the hill of Tara, was given eviction papers last week.   more...
Here is a short interview with one of the locals who hopes, and plans to help transform the ancient landscape away from the proposed motorway, to a world heritage park!!
If you have skills in sustainable development, arts and crafts, and would like to run a workshop, or you can contribute towards materials and help in other anyway then please get in touch with the vigil solidarity camp 00353 86153716 or 00353861758557  less

By: Davy Spillane

The Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya or Ayutthaya in short, is one of Thailand's historical and majestic highlights. Serving as the Thai capital for 417 years (1350 1767: Kingdom of Ayutthaya), it was once glorified   more...as one of the biggest cities in Southeast Asia. During the 17th century, most foreign visitors to Ayutthaya, traders or diplomats alike, claimed Ayutthaya to be the most illustrious and glittering city that they had ever visited. The map of Ayutthaya published in 1691 by Simon de la Loubere in Du Royaume De Siam is proof of such recognition.

The Kingdom of Ayutthaya reached its apex in terms of sovereignty, military might, wealth, culture, and international commerce in the 16th century when the Kingdoms territory was extended far beyond present-day Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. Ayutthaya even had diplomatic relations with Louis XIV of France and was courted by Dutch, Portuguese, English, Chinese and Japanese merchants.
Visitors can explore and appreciate Thai history in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, which is situated only 86 kilometers north of Bangkok. Visitors to Ayutthaya can marvel at its grandeur reflected through numerous magnificent structures and ruins concentrated in and around the city island surrounded by Maenam Chao Phraya, Maenam Pa Sak and Maenam Lopburi.

More importantly,Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Historical Park, an extensive historical site in the heart of Ayutthaya city, has been included in UNESCO's World Heritage list since 13 December, 1991.

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Breitling Navitimer Heritage Chronometer Stopwatch [BN001]
1st Grade Japan Replica Watch
Genuine Miyota Quartz Movement
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Heritage Flight F15C lands - I think it was borrowed from nearby Lakenheath - notice the high angle and airbrake. Gives a nice view of the car park too!

Slideshow dedication in Honor of the Confederate Soldier.

Heritage Not Hate Slideshow

The capital Kuala Lumpur lies midway along the west coast of peninsular Malaysia and represents the heartbeat of Malaysia which serve as its cultural, commercial and transportation centre.
Better known   more...as KL to the locals, Kuala Lumpur is the best example of a city that has managed to preserve the best of its cultural heritage and combine it with modern conveniences.  less

A celebration of ancient Celtic, North American and Australian peoples

Documentary on malay traditional culture and the keris ~