My Favorite Views
Here are some vintage and some new images of the world using Postcards.
Monday, December 4, 2023
Macao-Taipa Bridge and Grand Lisboa Casino in Macau, China
Ponte macau-Taipa e as melodiosas vagas
(Galician: Macau-Taipa Bridge and the melodious waves)
The bridge which has a total length of 2570 meters was completed in 1974 and is the link between the two places. The rainbow profile rising from the sea is another landmark.
Photography of Wong Wai Hong, 2008
This was postmarked in 2013 from Macau.
Sunday, December 3, 2023
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
USA - Alabama, Greenville - Butler County Courthouse
Happy International Postcard Week 2023
The Butler County Courthouse, Greenville, Alabama
There have been four Butler County courthouses at this location. The first one was built in the 1820's and lasted for more than 25 years before it was destroyed by fire on April 12, 1853.
The second was another wood structure that cost around $6,000 to complete. It was in use until 1870 when it became apparent that it needed extensive repairs and it was recommended by a committee to replace it with a larger building.
The final courthouse was finished in 1903 and it was wired for electricity. Considering the size f the town, this is quite remarkable! There have been changes to the structure over the years, air conditioning was added 50 years later, the dome was replaced in 1977, but this building has lasted. Personally, I hope it lasts for many years to come.
I wish you all the best and may your mailbox be filled with wonderful postcards, Brenda Cole
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Mexico - A Recipe for Tortas
This Yummy Yummy postcard was sent in 2023 to me from Mexico!It is an official Postcrossing Postcard. I added a copy of the back incase anyone wanted to see the recipe...
Thursday, July 27, 2023
USA - Virginia, Arlington, History of the Pentagon
History of the Pentagon
The Pentagon is the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense. Located in Arlington, Virginia it sits on 34 acres of land including the five acre center court.
Construction began on September 11, 1941 and was completed on January 15, 1943.
The sender writes: Greetings from inside the Pentagon! Some of the highlights of today were seeing the 9/11 memorial chapel, the chiefs of staff offices and standing inside one of the offices that took a direct hit on 9/11 and was re-built. What an amazing experience it was!
This was postmarked in 2023.
Monday, February 10, 2020
Canada - Happy 138th Birthday
Happy 138th Birthday
Canada,
faites ressortir l'animal en vous
Joyeux 138th anniversaire Canada!
Translation from French:
bring out the animal in you
Happy 138th Anniversary Canada!
This was postmarked in 2009 from Canada.
The sender writes that this postcard is from the 'Canada Post' and was used as a promotion.
Friday, February 7, 2020
France - Grenoble, Three Postcards
Wednesday, February 5, 2020
Mozambique - Inhambane, The Old Catholic Church
Mocambique
The old Catholic Church, Inhambane
A Igreja Catolica Velha, Inhambane
Photo by: Magma photography
The sender writes:
Oi (Hello) from Mozambique, the land of beaches.
This postcard was postmarked in 2018.
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Inhambane, also known as Terra de Boa Gente (Land of Good People), is a city located in southern Mozambique. It is known for being surrounded by a beautiful seaside and a combination of modern and rustic historic architecture, making it a popular place for tourists.