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The Queen's Gallery was built in the shell of the former Holyrood Free Church and Duchess of Gordon’s School at the entrance to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. The buildings were constructed in the 1840s with funds from the Duchess of Gordon, but fell into disuse in the late 19th century. Benjamin Tindall Architects were appointed project architects for the new Queen’s Gallery in October 1999. Their central visual theme was a celebration of The Queen’s Golden Jubilee, expressed through a series of arches and screens that lead visitors from the Gallery entrance to the exhibition spaces beyond. Their design complements the original 19th-century architecture, elements of which were incorporated into the new spaces. Unsympathetic later internal alterations were removed, and a new exposed steel and concrete floor inserted to reflect the original ‘gallery’ of the Church. A new stone arched entrance was created at the centre of the Horse Wynd frontage, opposite the new Scottish Parliament building. The use of a stone archway, with a courtyard beyond, is a traditional entrance device in Scottish architecture. The main walling is of Catcastle stone, the dressed work and lettering is of Stainton stone and the base is of Kenmay granite. ‘THE QUEEN’S GALLERY’ lettering above the entrance is the work of John Neilson, a calligrapher and carver. The letters were cut from single pieces of stone. Above sits Scotland’s heraldic lion, designed by Jill Watson. The lion sedant is based on a small red lion that sits at the feet of Mary, Queen of Scots on her tomb in Westminster Abbey. (The Palace of Holyroodhouse was once home to Mary, Queen of Scots.) The monumental entrance doors of oak have gilded bronze hinges by Jill Watson. Continuing the heraldic theme, the main hinges are decorated with the Scottish lion and unicorn. The beasts are set against the adjacent urban scene of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile and the rural scene of Arthur’s Seat and Salisbury Crags. The upper hinges are made as golden boughs of flowering native trees – chestnut and laburnum, oak, rowan and hawthorn. The stone archway is decorated with a carved and gilded garland of Scottish flowers, including daisies and thistles, created by Graciela Ainsworth, an Edinburgh-based sculptor, carver and conservator. Over the old entrance to the former church is a stained-glass window by Christian Shaw. The design shows a perspective drawing of the interior of a gallery. At night, the shape of the archway is reflected by the glass lights by Keiko Mukaide set into the paving. The artist has given the tiles a water flow pattern, mirroring the stream of visitors walking in and out of the Gallery. Inside, the reception desk by Hamid van Koten is made from curved pieces of Scottish elm with kilned glass and patinated copper. The pendant lights were designed and made in Edinburgh by Ingrid Phillips. Dividing the reception from the main Gallery area is a patterned glass screen by Jacqueline Poncelet. The screen’s bronze handles by Jill Watson incorporate figures looking at art in a gallery. The dramatic central stair of native timber leads to the Gallery spaces above. The complex shape was designed by the architects with Charles Taylor Woodwork, who were responsible for the construction. Lights set into the first floor illuminate the curved balustrading.
Have a laughing good time when two famous American comedians Ray Romano and David Spade put on a show at The Mirage with discount tickets from ShowTickets.com.
Siam Park es un parque acuático de visita obligatoria si está de vacaciones en Tenerife. Con premios al Mejor Parque Acuático de Europa, este parque es el lugar ideal para estar durante un día soleado… Esto quiere decir: la exótica localización, la arena blanca de la playa de Siam y las bonitas vistas al océano, un buen lugar para relajarse y disfrutar de una bebida refrescante. Floating Island es un buen lugar para comprar recuerdos, picar algo o darse un masaje Thai. En Loro Parque podrá ver delfines como nadan delante de sus ojos, y ver las orcas durante su espectáculo. Estas son solo dos de las atracciones más populares del Parque, pero también encontrará pingüinos que han construido su casa en uno de los icebergs más grande fuera de las regiones polares. Con varios espectáculos a lo largo del día podrá disfrutar de todos. El Loro Parque es famoso por su gran cantidad de loros que podrá observar durante su visita por el parque, pero también está considerado santuario para una gran selección de especies en peligro de todo el mundo.
Operating Calendar: Remember that LEGOLAND Florida and the water park are not open 365 days a year. Please click here for a detailed calendar view of opening times. FREE Shuttles available from Orlando: Shuttle leaves from I-Drive 360, 8350 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819. You can add a free shuttle voucher to your order here. VIP DINE 4 LESS CARD - ORLANDO Each VIP Dine 4 Less Card presented is valid for up to four paying guests. If you have more than 4 persons in your party additional cards must be purchased.The VIP Dine 4 Less Card is not combinable with any other discounts or promotions. Alcohol, beverages, tax and gratuity may not be subject to discounts and will be determined and maintained solely by the participating restaurant. Each card must be signed and dated prior to first use in order to be activated and may be subject to identification verification. Each card will be valid for 90 consecutive days from the date of first use. Mobile APP Download the VIP Dine4Less Mobile App Highlights and Guest Benefits The iCard: Guests can register and convert any traditional Card or approved eCard into a digital iCard saved directly to their App. They then simply pull up their iCard in their mobile app and show to the server or cashier, no differently than with a traditional Card or eCard. Multiple Cards? No problem: All of our Apps are seamless integrated to allow guests with multiple cards to easily access each Cards’ participating venues, so if they have multiple cards, they can still use any one of our Apps instead of downloading multiple Card Apps. Real-time Access to Participating Venue Profiles and Offer Details: Mobile directories are displayed using integrated GPS technology allowing the guest to know where the closest participating venues are to them on a real-time basis. Mapping and Turn by Turn Directions: Using integrated Google Mapping technologies, each guest now has a customized Nav Sat specific to the venue they wish to visit. Social Media: Each guest can now share their experiences real time with their friends on Facebook without having open a separate App. Saving Calculator: Guests can easily track their individual savings as they use each card at participating venues. Fun Facts: While we do not ever harvest any personal data on any guests, we are starting to learn some high-level trends that will help us to further enhance the tools we continue to develop on behalf of each guest arriving in our destinations.
Raise your glass and bring in the New Year. Includes full open bar, hors d'oeuvres, a champagne toast, live DJ, dancing, party favors and unobstructed views of the fireworks show. Age restrictions: 18 years old to sail, 21 years old to drink. CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS Statue of Liberty USS Intrepid Pier Hoboken Pier Pier 54 (Titanic Pier) Jacob K. Javits Convention Center Batter Park Ellis Island Wall Street South Street Seaport Brooklyn Bridge Chrysler Building Empire State Building World Financial Center United Nations New Year's Eve Fireworks Display RULES AND REGULATIONS All School & Camp Groups MUST be accompanied by at least 1 adult chaperone (18 years of age or older) for every 10 students/children. Running is not permitted anywhere in the attraction. Food and beverage can be purchased on site. Outside food and beverages are strictly prohibited with the exception of special dietary needs. Security and First Aid may be obtained by contacting any staff personnel. Buses are not allowed to park and wait by the entrance once the group has been dropped off. (Please see bus parking information below.) Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises reserves the right to remove any individual or group that does not comply to these guidelines
Then you can try one of the latest water sports of paddle boarding, either stand up, or, if you prefer, you can kneel on the board as you look down into the waters at the many fish swimming beneath you. The adventure continues with kayaking and exploring the coves with your helpful guide who will help you get the most from the tour. You will get to enjoy a light snack and drinks before heading back to your hotel and all you need to bring is: swimwear, a change of clothes, sunsreen, a camera and a very big, sense of adventure!
