2000s Collection (#3)

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2000s Collection: Ossios Loukas, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Ossios Loukas, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
The Monastery of Ossios (or Hosios) Loukas was founded in the 10th century AD and remains an important example of Byzantine architecture and art, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Distomo, Greece

2000s Collection: Pylos, Neo Kastro, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Pylos, Neo Kastro, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
The Ottoman Empire Neokastro or New Navarino Fortress was built in the 16th century AD and helps to guard the Bay of Pylos, Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Neo Kastro, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Neo Kastro, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
The Ottoman Empire Neokastro or New Navarino Fortress was built in the 16th century AD and helps to guard the Bay of Pylos, Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Nauplion, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Nauplion, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
The Renaissance era Bourtzi Castle sits in the harbour of the Peloponnesen coastal town of Nauplion, or Nafplio, Greece. 2003

Nauplion, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
The Fortress of Palimidi built by the Ventians during their second occupation in the 17th century, overlooks the Peloponnesen coastal town of Nauplion, or Nafplio, Greece. 2003

Nauplion, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
The Renaissance era Bourtzi Castle sits in the harbour of the Peloponnesen coastal town of Nauplion, or Nafplio, Greece. 2003

2000s Collection: Mycenae, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Mycenae, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
The ancient Greek archaeological site of Mycenae, an important centre of Greek Civilisation in the second millenium BC, and legendarily associated with the Trojan War, Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Meteora, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Meteora, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Only six monasteries dating from the 13th and 14th centuries remaining from the original 24, these holy sites were built precariously on ancient volcanic plug formations, Trikala, Thessaly, Greece

2000s Collection: Medieval Aqueduct, Kavala, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Medieval Aqueduct, Kavala, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
The town's landmark, todays aqueduct built by the Ottomans in the 16th century replaced the 14th century Byzantine barrier walls and the even earlier Roman ones, Kavala, Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Mani, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Mani, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Harbourside church at Mani, home to the descendants of the ancient Greek Spartans, and located in the central peninsula of the Peloponnese in Southern Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Kavala Harbour, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Kavala Harbour, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Under the shadow of the 15th century Casttle or Fortress located on the Acropolis of the town, is the harbour of Kavala, now the main seaport of eastern Macedonia, Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Hydra, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Hydra, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
View of the Island of Hydra, one of the Saronic Islands in the Agean Sea and close to the Peloponnese, accessible by ferry from the Greek mainland, Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Dion Archaeological Park, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Dion Archaeological Park, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Ancient Greek amphora of a battle scene, from the Museum at the Dion Archaeological Park, Central Macdeonia, Greece, 2003

Dion Archaeological Park, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Ancient Roman carved stone tombstone, from the Museum at the Dion Archaeological Park, Central Macdeonia, Greece, 2003

Dion Archaeological Park, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Ancient Greek or Roman sculpture of Apollo, from the Museum at the Dion Archaeological Park, Central Macdeonia, Greece, 2003

Dion Archaeological Park, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Ancient classical carved stone of a horse and horseman, perhaps a tombstone, from the Museum at the Dion Archaeological Park, Central Macdeonia, Greece, 2003

Dion Archaeological Park, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Ancient Roman carved stone of a horse and horseman, perhaps a tombstone, from the Museum at the Dion Archaeological Park, Central Macdeonia, Greece, 2003

Dion Archaeological Park, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Ancient Greek scupture of a head of an old man, or perhaps a god, from the Museum at the Dion Archaeological Park, Central Macdeonia, Greece, 2003

Dion Archaeological Park, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Ancient Greek scupture of a head of a woman from the Museum at the Dion Archaeological Park, Central Macdeonia, Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Castle of the Fairy Tales, Agrilos, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Castle of the Fairy Tales, Agrilos, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
The FairyTale Castle of Agrilos, a folly castle from the 1960s, built by the American Harry Fournier, said to have wanted to leave his mark on his ancestral land of Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Byzantine Museum, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Byzantine Museum, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Jesus Christ, an icon from the 12th century AD, from the Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athens, Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Byzantine Church, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Byzantine Church, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Gold mosaic detail of Jesus Christ from the Byzantine era, from the exterior of a Byzantine Church, Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Temple of the 4 Winds, Athens, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Temple of the 4 Winds, Athens, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
The Temple of the Four Winds, a marble clock tower from the second century BC, built to measure time, Athens, Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Parliament and Changing of the Guard, Athens, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Parliament and Changing of the Guard, Athens, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Sentries from the elite light infantry 24 hour honour guard who change every hour, in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Solider, Syntagma Square, Athens, Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Athens, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Athens, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
The Odeon of Herodes Atticus, or Herodeon, an ancient Roman theatre dating from 161 AD, dedicated to the Emperor Herod's late wife, Rigilia, Athens, Greece, 2003

2000s Collection: Byzantine Museum, Athens, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies

Byzantine Museum, Athens, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Saint Michael, an icon from the 12th century AD, from the Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athens, Greece, 2003

Byzantine Museum, Athens, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Saint George, an icon from the 12th century AD, from the Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athens, Greece, 2003

Byzantine Museum, Athens, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Mother and Child, Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, an icon from the 12th century AD, from the Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athens, Greece, 2003

Byzantine Museum, Athens, Greece, 2003. Creator: Ethel Davies
Angel, an icon from the 12th century AD, from the Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athens, Greece, 2003

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The 2000s were a decade of innovation, exploration, and artistic brilliance. From the mesmerizing guitar skills of Pat Martino in 2009 to the breathtaking artwork by Alan John Ainsworth, this era was filled with unforgettable moments. In 2008, the International Space Station became a symbol of human achievement as it floated gracefully above our planet's surface. Meanwhile, Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania served as a hub for intellectual growth and cultural exchange. Sports enthusiasts cheered on Shane Watson, an Australian cricketer who showcased his exceptional talent on the field. The year 2000 witnessed Maynard Ferguson's incredible creation brought to life by Brian Foskett - a masterpiece that resonated with music lovers worldwide. Mikhail Kalashnikov left an indelible mark on history as the Russian gun designer whose inventions shaped warfare during this period. As we gazed at spacecraft landing on the Moon through lunar maps and marveled at satellite images capturing the vastness of Syria Desert or Richat Structure from above, our understanding of our world expanded. Artistic expressions continued to flourish throughout these years; Delta mission to ISS inspired awe through captivating artworks while Ron Carter's performance at North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague transported audiences into another realm. In Falmouth 24645_008 photograph taken during this time frame, we catch glimpses of everyday life - people going about their routines amidst changing times. These hints encapsulate just some aspects that defined the vibrant tapestry woven by events and individuals during the remarkable era known as the 2000s.