This week's PhotoHunt theme is "Broken."
A few sights from my recent trip to New Orleans. What a great city. It was my first visit there but won't be my last.
New Orleans is famous for its historic cemeteries with above-ground tombs. These were taken in Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 in the Garden District. Many of the people buried there died in a 19th century yellow fever epidemic.
Broken headstones~
The wall surrounding the cemetery. Ferns are growing in places where the stucco has broken off; I like the way it looks.~
A tomb for destitute orphan boys, thinking about that might make you broken-hearted~
On a happier note, did you know that part of the Eiffel Tower is in New Orleans? In the 1980's when they renovated the tower, a New Orleans citizen bought part of it. It was broken into 10,000 pieces and shipped over from France, then reassembled on St. Charles Avenue.
Many people think our financial systems are broken and are protesting all over the world right now. I was lucky to stumble across an Occupy NOLA protest parade through the French Quarter when I was there. Power to the people! ~
Thanks for visiting and have a happy weekend. You can find more Photo Hunters and join the hunt here.
Comments (13)
I enjoyed looking at all those photos. Nice take on the theme.
Have a fabulous weekend.
Liz @ MLC
Posted by Liz | October 28, 2011 1:46 PM
Posted on October 28, 2011 13:46
Wow! Great minds do think alike :) Very interesting post and would love to spend time in New Orleans too!
Posted by Sue St Clair | October 28, 2011 3:50 PM
Posted on October 28, 2011 15:50
What a great post. You took some wonderful shots in New Orleans.
Posted by Carver | October 28, 2011 3:51 PM
Posted on October 28, 2011 15:51
Oh I love to go and see the city too. I have seen this cemetery in movies. Fascinating place.
Posted by Ewok | October 28, 2011 4:31 PM
Posted on October 28, 2011 16:31
Beautiful photos as always, Annie. Lots of broke things shown.
Posted by ann | October 28, 2011 9:02 PM
Posted on October 28, 2011 21:02
Great photos and choices of themes for this week's Photo Hunt. Thanks for sharing them all.
Posted by YTSL | October 28, 2011 11:02 PM
Posted on October 28, 2011 23:02
Love your pictures and no, I didn't know about part of the Eiffel Tower being there! and... yes! power to the people!
Posted by Mar | October 29, 2011 2:30 AM
Posted on October 29, 2011 02:30
Hi Annie, great idea on the New Orleans themed take. I enjoyed seeing some of your photos from your trip. This city does seem to have quite an interesting history. And you're right, it does make me feel broken hearted to see the Orphaned boys tomb.
I didn't know that part of the Eiffel tower made its way to New Orleans. That's very cool to have a bit of Paris. Is the structure located in the French Quarter. And definitely agree with those marchers....hopefully things will be fixed soon.
Thanks so much for sharing your trip photos. It sounds like you saw some wonderful things and had a great time. I look forward to hearing more about your trip. Have a wonderful weekend.
Posted by Kathy (Trekcapri) | October 29, 2011 8:10 AM
Posted on October 29, 2011 08:10
love your choices for the theme. great photos.
Posted by LifeRamblings | October 29, 2011 11:09 AM
Posted on October 29, 2011 11:09
I can't wait to hear more about your trip.
I'm glad to made your way to the south :-)
Posted by sandi @the whistlestop cafe | October 29, 2011 11:25 AM
Posted on October 29, 2011 11:25
Nice pictures for broken !
I think there was a lot broken in New Orleans !!
Posted by Gattina | October 29, 2011 11:30 AM
Posted on October 29, 2011 11:30
What a great post. I didn't know that about the Eiffel Tower!
Posted by CherryPie | October 29, 2011 7:07 PM
Posted on October 29, 2011 19:07
Great take on this week's subject. I have been planning a trip to NOLA, Would love to hear what you liked, your experiences, etc.
Have a great warm weekend!
Posted by menehune | October 29, 2011 8:59 PM
Posted on October 29, 2011 20:59