Louisiana, New Orleans, The Corn Stalk Inn

The fact that Elvis stayed here is pretty cool! 

Macao-Taipa Bridge and Grand Lisboa Casino in Macau, China

Macao - Taipa Bridge

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.

Tunisia, Hammamet

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.  

By 1871 work started on the third building, this time it would be made of brick.  This one would last for 30 years before the county realized it was too small for their needs and was torn down to make room for 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 

 

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... 

 

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. 

Canada - Happy 138th Birthday

Go Wild Canada!
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.

China - Shanghai, Lamp Party

Shanghai, China
Lamp Party of Yuyuan
Congratulations

Photographer by Xu Zhengkui

This was postmarked in 2009 from China. 

Italy - Map and Views

Italia (Italy) map and views of:

Milano, Roma, Livorno, Pisa,
Venezia, Firenze, Napoli, & Taormina

Foto: Enzo Grillo

This was postmarked in 2009.

Germany - Wittlich

Grube aus Wittlich
(Greetings from Wittlich)

This postcard was postmarked in 2009.

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The town of Wittlich is located in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany.  It has a population of around 18,000 people. 

France - Grenoble, Three Postcards

Grenoble

Le telepherique de... (The cable car of...)

place Victor Hugo....

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Grenoble, France

Le plus long cours d'euros: (The longest course in Europ:)

Cours Jean Jaures / Liberation

photo: P. Blanc

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Grenoble, France

Panorama de Grenoble et see massifs

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All three postcards were postmarked in 2009. 

Costa Rica - Arenal Lake

Costa Rica landscapes

Arenal Lake on a clear day
Photo and design by Joaquin Murillo

This postcard is from 2009. 

Costa Rica - Four Views on Postcards

Boyero Con Carreta Tipica

Farmer with Ox-Cart

Foto - Jean Mercier

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Peresoso

Sloth

Foto - Jacques Robin

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Surfing Costa Rica

Foto - Jean Mercier

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Volcan Arenal, Costa Rica La Fortuna de San Carlos

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All of these postcards are from 2009

Costa Rica - Typical Costumes

Trajes Tipics de Costa Rica
Costarican Typical Costumes

Foto Jean Mercier

This postcard was bought in 2009.

Mozambique - Inhambane, The Old Catholic Church

Greetings from Inhambane

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.