Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Archways at the Heard Museum

This photo shows the archways of the veranda on the southside of the Heard Museum.

I like this style of Spanish architecture.

We call this covering a veranda in Arizona, but actually the Spanish word is baranda. The Spanish word actually derives from the Hindi word of baranda. The Hindi word was imported from Portugal, which meant long balcony or terrace. The Spanish word baranda means railing.

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13 comments:

brattcat said...

The word has taken a long journey to get to your post. And a very lovely post it is.

Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.com said...

This is a wonderful illumination of the Spanish heritage that is a part of Arizona.

Washington said...

Wonderful composition. Great picture.

Sharon said...

I love this arched side of the Heard Museum.

Halcyon said...

I love the arches and the light and shadows. Great composition!

Kaori said...

Both the archways and its shadows are beautiful :D

PAK said...

I like the style too. And I like the rhythm of the photo.

Tash said...

Splendid!

Thérèse said...

Perfect for Arizona's weather.

Memphis MOJO said...

I love the lines!

Don and Krise said...

The arches are duplicated in their shadows too. Very nice Julie.

Kate said...

What a beautiful path to more beauty inside!

Tracy said...

Ooh, I like this.