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Obelisk Collection (#10)

The obelisk, a timeless symbol of grandeur and history, can be found in various iconic locations around the world. In St

Background imageObelisk Collection: Rome, Italy at the Spanish Steps at dawn

Rome, Italy at the Spanish Steps at dawn

Background imageObelisk Collection: Kofu, Yamanashi, Japan downtown cityscape at dusk with spring foliage

Kofu, Yamanashi, Japan downtown cityscape at dusk with spring foliage

Background imageObelisk Collection: Rome, Italy at the Spanish Steps from above in the late afternoon

Rome, Italy at the Spanish Steps from above in the late afternoon

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington DC, USA skyline on the Potomac River

Washington DC, USA skyline on the Potomac River

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington Monument and Capitol Building from the Reflecting Pool in Washingon DC, USA

Washington Monument and Capitol Building from the Reflecting Pool in Washingon DC, USA

Background imageObelisk Collection: Rome. Cityscape image of Novona Square, Rome with Fountain of Neptune during rainy morning

Rome. Cityscape image of Novona Square, Rome with Fountain of Neptune during rainy morning

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington Monument on the Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC

Washington Monument on the Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC

Background imageObelisk Collection: Catania, Sicily, Italy from Piazza Del Duomo at night

Catania, Sicily, Italy from Piazza Del Duomo at night

Background imageObelisk Collection: Catania, Sicily, Italy from Piazza Del Duomo at dawn

Catania, Sicily, Italy from Piazza Del Duomo at dawn

Background imageObelisk Collection: Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA in Santa Fe Plaza with the Soldiers Monument at twilight

Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA in Santa Fe Plaza with the Soldiers Monument at twilight

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington DC at the Reflecting Pool and Washington Monument viewed from Lincoln Memorial

Washington DC at the Reflecting Pool and Washington Monument viewed from Lincoln Memorial

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington Monument on the Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC

Washington Monument on the Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington DC at the Reflecting Pool and Washington Monument

Washington DC at the Reflecting Pool and Washington Monument

Background imageObelisk Collection: Rome, Italy overlooking the Spanish Steps at night

Rome, Italy overlooking the Spanish Steps at night

Background imageObelisk Collection: KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - AUGUST 28, 2018: The National World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - AUGUST 28, 2018: The National World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City

Background imageObelisk Collection: Vatican City, Rome, Italy. Cityscape image of illuminated Saint Peter's Basilica and St

Vatican City, Rome, Italy. Cityscape image of illuminated Saint Peter's Basilica and St. Peter's Square, Vatican City, Rome, Italy at sunrise

Background imageObelisk Collection: Washington DC, USA at the tidal basin with Washington Monument in spring season

Washington DC, USA at the tidal basin with Washington Monument in spring season

Background imageObelisk Collection: Cherry Blossoming

Cherry Blossoming
Yanny Liu

Background imageObelisk Collection: Obelisk, Karnak Temple Complex, a vast mix of temples, pylons, and chapels

Obelisk, Karnak Temple Complex, a vast mix of temples, pylons, and chapels, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Luxor, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageObelisk Collection: Oobelisk of Thutmosis I, Karnak Temple Complex, comprises a vast mix of temples, pylons, and chapels

Oobelisk of Thutmosis I, Karnak Temple Complex, comprises a vast mix of temples, pylons, and chapels, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Luxor, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageObelisk Collection: Obelisk of Thutmosis I, Karnak Temple Complex, comprises a vast mix of temples, pylons, and chapels

Obelisk of Thutmosis I, Karnak Temple Complex, comprises a vast mix of temples, pylons, and chapels, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Luxor, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageObelisk Collection: Obelisk at the Luxor Temple, at night under a full moon, constructed approximately 1400 BCE

Obelisk at the Luxor Temple, at night under a full moon, constructed approximately 1400 BCE, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Luxor, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageObelisk Collection: Over the Potomac River

Over the Potomac River
Ruiqing P

Background imageObelisk Collection: dinosaur rock in northwestern Iceland

dinosaur rock in northwestern Iceland
Jeffrey C. Sink

Background imageObelisk Collection: Stonehenge

Stonehenge
Alex Lu

Background imageObelisk Collection: Broken Obelisk

Broken Obelisk
Mystic Number

Background imageObelisk Collection: The Obelisk of On, Egypt, Victorian period

The Obelisk of On, Egypt, Victorian period

Background imageObelisk Collection: Obelisk of On, Egypt

Obelisk of On, Egypt

Background imageObelisk Collection: London & North Western Railway War Memorial, Euston, London

London & North Western Railway War Memorial, Euston, London
London & North Western Railway War Memorial (unveiled in 1921), Euston, London. Date: circa 1921

Background imageObelisk Collection: Obelisk at Thebes, Egypt, Victorian period

Obelisk at Thebes, Egypt, Victorian period

Background imageObelisk Collection: Obelisks at Luxor, Egypt, Victorian period

Obelisks at Luxor, Egypt, Victorian period. Date: late 19th century

Background imageObelisk Collection: View from cupola of St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City

View from cupola of St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City
View of St. Peter's Square from the cupola of St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Rome, Italy. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageObelisk Collection: Floral Bridge, Southport, Lancashire

Floral Bridge, Southport, Lancashire - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imageObelisk Collection: Monument, Southport, Lancashire

Monument, Southport, Lancashire - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imageObelisk Collection: Naval, Drake and Armada Memorials, Plymouth, Devon

Naval, Drake and Armada Memorials, Plymouth, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Background imageObelisk Collection: Esplanade and Little Orme, Llandudno, Conwy, North Wales

Esplanade and Little Orme, Llandudno, Conwy, North Wales - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Background imageObelisk Collection: Kirk Braddan, Isle of Man

Kirk Braddan, Isle of Man - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imageObelisk Collection: Fort Groton Monument, Groton, Connecticut, USA

Fort Groton Monument, Groton, Connecticut, USA Date: circa 1920

Background imageObelisk Collection: Irish Jaunting Car in Phoenix Park, Dublin, Ireland

Irish Jaunting Car in Phoenix Park, Dublin, Ireland
An Irish Jaunting Car in Phoenix Park, Dublin, Ireland. A light two-wheeled carriage for a single horse, with a seat in front for the driver

Background imageObelisk Collection: Obelisk of Theodosius. 4th century. Detail of the pedestal

Obelisk of Theodosius. 4th century. Detail of the pedestal
Obelisk of Roman emperor Theodosius.4th century AD. Detail of the pedestal. Theodosius I offers laurels of victory. Hippodrome of Constantinople. Istanbul, Turkey. Date: 2007

Background imageObelisk Collection: War Memorial At Annandale

War Memorial At Annandale
A photograph of a war memorial at Annandale, in the form of a hybride obelisk cenotaph, with curved seating. The names of 87 local dead people are inscribed on the front face

Background imageObelisk Collection: Battle of Naseby Memorial Obelisk, Northamptonshire

Battle of Naseby Memorial Obelisk, Northamptonshire
The Battle of Naseby Memorial Obelisk, Northamptonshire Date: circa 1940

Background imageObelisk Collection: Early Victorian 1830s London Gothic Architecture

Early Victorian 1830s London Gothic Architecture
early, victorian, 1830s, london, gothic, architecture, building, buildings, spire, st, michael, michaels, churches, church, highgate, north, anglican, england, death, burial, monument, monuments

Background imageObelisk Collection: Highgate Cemetery and St Michael's Church, North London

Highgate Cemetery and St Michael's Church, North London
View of Highgate Cemetery, North London, with St Michael's Church in the background. Engraving in the Illustrated News of the World. Date: 1859

Background imageObelisk Collection: Us Usa America American Virginia Civil War South

Us Usa America American Virginia Civil War South
us, usa, america, american, virginia, civil, war, south, southern, confederate, memorial, memorials, monument, monuments, obelisk, stone, commemoration, 1860s, 1861, 1865, conflict, death, loss

Background imageObelisk Collection: American Civil War flags and memorials, Virginia, USA

American Civil War flags and memorials, Virginia, USA
American Civil War, Confederate flags and memorials, Hampton and Newport News, Virginia, USA. Date: early 20th century

Background imageObelisk Collection: Monument to Daniel Defoe, Bunhill Fields, London

Monument to Daniel Defoe, Bunhill Fields, London
Monument (erected 1870) above the grave of Daniel Defoe (1661-1731), English journalist and novelist, in Bunhill Fields, London. Date: 19th century

Background imageObelisk Collection: Rome, from The Pincio, Piazza Del Popolo, 1933 (oil on canvas)

Rome, from The Pincio, Piazza Del Popolo, 1933 (oil on canvas)
7415303 Rome, from The Pincio, Piazza Del Popolo, 1933 (oil on canvas) by Leech, Beatrice Mary Seccombe (1880-1945); 29x44.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery




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The obelisk, a timeless symbol of grandeur and history, can be found in various iconic locations around the world. In St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Rome, Italy, it stands tall as a testament to architectural brilliance and religious significance. Its towering presence commands attention and awe from all who visit this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site. But the obelisk doesn't limit itself to Europe alone; it also graces other corners of the globe with its majestic allure. In Stratford Broadway, East London, it adds an air of elegance to the bustling cityscape. Standing proudly amidst modernity, it serves as a reminder of the area's rich heritage. Traveling further south brings us to One Tree Hill in Auckland, New Zealand—a famous landmark adorned by an obelisk that overlooks breathtaking panoramic views. This fusion of nature and man-made marvel creates an enchanting atmosphere for visitors seeking solace or inspiration. Back in Rome lies another remarkable sight—the Piazza Navona—where an oil on canvas painting captures its vibrant essence. The obelisk at this lively square is surrounded by stunning Baroque architecture and exudes a sense of timelessness amidst the hustle and bustle. Venturing into Boston during yesteryears reveals yet another glimpse into history with a bird's-eye view chromolithograph showcasing the city's charm. Amongst its many landmarks stands an impressive obelisk that adds character to Boston's evolving skyline. Across continents in Buenos Aires, Argentina stands El Obelisco—an emblematic structure that has become synonymous with this vibrant South American city. It serves as both a meeting point for locals and tourists alike while representing their shared pride in their culture. Whether adorning squares like Piazza del Popolo or Piazza della Rotonda alongside ancient wonders like The Pantheon or standing tall against modern backdrops like St Peter’s Square—the obelisks continue to captivate hearts and minds.