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Sunday Stills : Tourist

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Hey Everyone! I hope y’all are doing wonderful!

Welcome to Terri’s Photo Challenge : Sunday Stills. Yet another day and another exciting prompt. Thank God for this, I miss WPC a little less!

This week’s theme is “TOURIST” and in all honesty, I have been guilty of being a “perfect” tourist all my life! Yes, I have been one of the exasperating ones, who’ll click pictures wherever and whenever – not wanting to miss a “photogenic” opportunity! (Sadly, this involves my Huz too, who doesn’t have much of a choice left!) *hides face* Presenting to you all some “photographic memories” of US being “touristy” from our trip to Chicago. Also, please know that this post will be an overload of pictures – you now know why!

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THE GENTLEMEN STATUES IN CHICAGO – a series of installed statues created by renowned Taiwanese sculptor Ju Ming and purchased by Great Eagle Holdings, the parent company of Langham Hospitality Group. The original artwork, prominently displayed as a permanent fixture on the AMA Plaza, is part of Ju’s “Living World Series,” featuring eleven bronze plated figures draped in trench jackets and holding umbrellas.

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(In the background) THE ABRAHAM LINCOLN STATUE IN CHICAGO – Seward Johnson created this statue. It was added to Michigan Avenue right before the 2016 Presidential Election. The statue depicts Lincoln explain the meaning of the Gettysburg address to modern society.
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(In the background) CADILLAC PALACE THEATER- The Palace Theatre opened at the corner of Randolph and LaSalle Streets in Chicago on October 4, 1926. Designed by legendary theater architects the Rapp Brothers, the theater originally opened as the flagship of vaudeville’s legendary Orpheum Circuit, and among the stars believed to have played the Palace in its early years are Jimmy Durante, Mae West, Sophie Tucker, Jack Benny and Bob Hope.
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NAVY PIER – Originally completed in 1916 as part of Daniel Burnham’s plan for Chicago, Navy Pier is an iconic city landmark inspiring discovery and wonder. Since its reopening in 1995, more than 180 million visitors have come to enjoy the Pier’s 50 acres of unparalleled attractions and experiences.
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PLAZA OF THE AMERICAS AND BENITO JUAREZ SCULPTURE – This park was dedicated in 1963 by the then Mexican consulate general in honor of member countries with the Organization of American States [OAS] .. There are flags for each OAS member country in the plaza. The park’s other feature is a bronze statue of Mexico’s first president Benito Juarez. Chicago, like back when the plaza was dedicated, boasts a large Chicano population, including those who share Juarez’s Native American heritage.
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THE CHICAGO PICASSO – Standing 50 feet tall and weighing over 160 tons, the Chicago Picasso in Daley Plaza is much more than just artwork to Chicagoans. The untitled Picasso sculpture that originally sparked controversy in the city has now become one of Chicago’s most famous sculptures and beloved icons.

So there you have it folks –  A glimpse of “Architectural Chicago” through the eyes of a curious “TOURIST!”

Sunday Stills is a weekly photography link-up co-hosted by Terri Webster Schrandt on her blog Second Wind Leisure Perspectives. Each week there is a new word prompt to inspire a shared photo (or photos). Follow this link to learn more about it, see other submissions, and to share your own. Come and join in the fun folks!

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  1. I love Chicago! Wonderful “tourist” pics! Love that black dress! But if shooting tons of pics make you a tourist, then I need more luggage! 😬

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  2. Wow, this is quite the travel blog today! I’ve never been to Chicago and your photos and words about them were so informative! I love that! Glad #SundayStills makes you miss WPC a little less. NOt sure if you saw my instagram summer challenge post (m comments were inadvertently disabled…eek!), and perhaps you might want to participate when you can on IG! My next SS post will be of a summer gallery, something a little different to inspire our tribe!

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    1. Thank you so much Terri, appreciate your kindness! #sundayStills is indeed a savior for people like me!❤

      I haven’t yet checked it out yet. Will do so NOW! 🙂
      PS – Looking forward to the next prompt!❤

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  3. You nailed one of this country’s most majestic cities! I have been treated well in Chicago, many times- even in the so-called meanest of neighbourhoods.

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    1. Thank you so much!❤️

      Chicago indeed is one of the most majestic cities that I have ever been to – everything is “King-Size” out there!🙋
      PS – No bad encounters even for us during our 5 days stay there!😊

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    1. I absolutely agree sweetie! Thanks much!❤

      Btw, seems like most of my comments on your blog are going in as spam (thanks to WordPress!), I am attaching the tag from yesterday here –

      I’ve nominated you for the “FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION” Tag! You have the flexibility and leeway to interpret the “word prompt” the way you like and however you want! Photos, quotes, lyrics, poems or an article – whatever works for you!❤
      Today’s topic is – FREEDOM
      Would love for you to participate. (PS – No compulsion tho!) 🙂
      http://iscriblr.com/freedom-of-expression-tag-freedom/
      Love and light! 🙂

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  12. Have always wanted to go to Chicago. Wasn’t even sure why until now! Your photos would make a great travel brochure for the Windy City. The gentlemen statue is so fun. And the giant Picasso sculpture. Love your maxi, too, btw.

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    1. Aww.. Thank you so much for your kindness, appreciate it!❤

      Windy City sure has a lot of architectural surprises up its sleeve – Its a must visit for great “photographic” memories! 🙂

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  14. I always prefer going to national parks than cities but Chicago was the only city I was so ever happy to visit.The architecture there is really breathtaking 😍
    And your pictures did full justice to the beauty!!!
    But you steal the show in all pics dear❤
    You are so beautiful ❤❤❤

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    1. Aww.. Thank you so much for your kindness sweetheart! ❤❤❤

      I agree, Chicago is an architectural marvel, with everything around so intriguing and superb! I personally am also not a “city-tourist” kinds but Chicago was completely different and so much fun! 😍

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  15. I love being touristy and taking full advantage of photogenic opportunities – you have some amazing photos, and somehow you always manage to look so peaceful and put together (whereas I look frazzled and a mess after going around on a day trip somewhere!) 🙂
    xx

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    1. Haha.. Or may be, I have posted just my “best pictures!” Lol 😉

      Thank you so much for your kindness, appreciate it a lot!❤

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    1. Aww.. Thanks a bunch love!❤

      Oh yes, Chicago is more than what meets the eye, specially it’s architecture! 🙂

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        1. Aww.. That’s ok.. I totally understand. You really work had to get us a great post each day!❤️

          Stay hydrated this summer! Take care! 🙂

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  22. Thank you for showing us Chicago through your tourist eyes. Lovely to see you posing, particularly amongst those learned men. Tell me, why do you think when we pose for a tourist shot we always bend out knee. I do it too along with most of my friends.

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    1. Thank you so much, appreciate your kindness!❤

      Haha.. Guess that’s an innate process that comes naturally to us beautiful women! 😉

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