Obelisks Collection (#5)

Egyptian obelisks, 16th century
Egyptian obelisks. 16th-century artwork of ruins and obelisks in Alexandria, Egypt. Obelisks were erected at the entrance to temples by the Ancient Egyptians. Some date back thousands of years

Fountain of the Pantheon (Fontana del Pantheon) in the Piazza della Rotonda in front of the Roman Pantheon, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Obelisks of the Hippodrome, Istanbul. These are the Egyptian obelisk of Thutmose III (1549 - 1503 BC) - originally from Deir el Bahri opposite Thebes in Upper Egypt to commemorate campaigns in Syria

Obelisk in Rome
The ancient Egyptian obelisk which Emperor Caligula had brought from Heliopolis in 37 A.D. which now stands between the double colonnade in St. Peters Square, Rome. Date: 1930s

Flaminian Obelisk
The Flaminian Obelisk (Obelisco Flaminio), Piazza del Popolo, Rome, Italy, which originally stood in the Sun Temple at Heliopolis, the capital of ancient Egypt. Date: 1930s

Obelisk, Gyulafehervar Citadel, Alba Julia, Transylvania, Romania, Europe

Boundary Monument between USA and Mexico - Tijuana
A Boundary Monument between the United States and Mexico at San Diego, California, USA. The monuments erected by the boundary survey played a pivotal role in securing the line after

Boundary Monument between USA and Mexico
A Boundary Monument between the United States and Mexico at San Diego, California, USA. The monuments erected by the boundary survey played a pivotal role in securing the line after

Border Marker between Mexico and USA
Border marker between the United States of America and Mexico. Eight jolly Americans (on a Kozy Kar Tour!) pose in Mexican attire of ponchos and sombreros in front of the marker

Ethiopia Aksum
The obelisks : Aksum is noted for its ruins

Square at night, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, Europe

The obelisks on high plateau of Petra, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jordan, Middle East

Plaza 25 Mayo, Buenos Aires, Argentina, South America

Assen and Peter Memorial, Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria, Europe

Place de la Concorde at dusk, Paris, France, Europe

Obelisks, Temple of Karnak, Thebes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Washington Mounument from the Lincoln Memorial, Washington D.C. (District of Columbia), United States of America, North America

State Capitol, Denver, Colorado, United States of America, North America

Obelisk at Alexandria
One of two obelisks from Alexandria, which were removed and shipped to London and New York as the eroneously monikered Cleopatras Needles

Obelisk / Istanbul
How the obelisk at Constantinople was drawn to its site and erected, to the astonishment of the citizens

Embankment Sphinx
A sphinx on the Embankment, London, one of a pair made to compliment Cleopatras Needle, which was was brought from Egypt to England in 1878. The Shell Mex clock is behind it

Needle in Position / Graph
Cleopatras Needle finally in position on the Thames Embankment, London

Needle Ready to Travel
Engineers shifting the obelisk to a position parallel with the beach at Alexandria, Egypt

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Obelisks, towering symbols of grandeur and history, have captivated the world for centuries. From their origins in ancient Egypt to their presence in various corners of the globe, these majestic structures continue to inspire awe and wonder. In the realm of music and opera, Verdi's masterpiece "Aida" transports us to a bygone era where obelisks adorned the landscape of Egypt. The opulent Karnak Temple and its sacred lake provide a stunning backdrop for this timeless tale. Stepping back in time to 1911 at the Turin Exposition, visitors marveled at the Hungarian Pavilion's homage to obelisks. Its intricate design paid tribute to these monumental structures that had become synonymous with power and prestige. Traveling further east, we find ourselves amidst Ethiopia's Stelae Field in Axum. These towering monoliths stand as testaments to an ancient civilization that once thrived here, reminding us of Africa's rich cultural heritage. Venturing into Central Asia, Kazakhstan proudly boasts its Monument of Independence obelisk in Alma Ata. This striking structure stands tall against the vast expanse of Central Asian landscapes, symbolizing freedom and resilience. Closer to home in Europe lies Paris' Place de la Concorde with its iconic Ferris wheel framed by elegant obelisks. Amidst cherry blossoms blooming nearby, this picturesque scene captures both romance and history within one frame. Across continents yet again lies Cleopatra's Needle - an Egyptian obelisk gifted to London which now stands majestically on Embankment Pier. Its presence serves as a reminder of ancient civilizations intertwining with modern metropolises. Not far from there is Stonehenge - a mystical site shrouded in mystery where massive stones rise like silent sentinels towards the sky. Among them are smaller obelisks whose purpose still eludes historians today.