spirituality, tattoos, nature, and the female form

[ljussangen]

Häljesta hällristningar

[urblondemuse]

[naturewilde]

[world-of-yana]

[ciel-amoureux]

[mrharristweed]

[memories-of-ancients]

Wheel-lock carbine, Southern Germany, dated 1637

from Czerny's International Auction House

[memories-of-ancients]

A Viking sword with Ringerike-style inlay, late 10th – early 11th century

from Hermann Historica

[exposenature]

[norseseerviking]

[heathengentleman]

sallysbakingaddiction.com

[maureen2musings]

Snowdonia, Wales

wander_linaa

[kylebonallo]

Staffa by Kyle Bonallo (ig: @kylebonallo)

[ponderation]

Descending Starships by Magnus Larsson

[this-old-stomping-ground]

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[tinagodiva]

Finstergrün Castle in Austria 🇦🇹

Finstergrün Castle is a picturesque medieval-style castle located in the Lungau region of Salzburg, Austria. It sits above the village of Ramingstein and is surrounded by forests and Alpine scenery.

The original fortress dates back to the 12th century and was built to protect local mining routes, especially silver trade in the region. Over time, it lost its military importance and fell into ruin.

In the early 20th century, the castle was rebuilt in a romantic Neo-Gothic style, giving it the fairy-tale appearance seen today. Unlike many castles, it was restored not as a royal residence but as a cultural and youth center.

Today, Finstergrün Castle is used as a youth hostel and event location. It is known for its mountain views, peaceful atmosphere, and strong connection to nature and Austrian history.

[southernsideofme]

Hose sucked in by fire Tornado

[harmonic-motion]

Don’t give up, man!  Throw another rock!

[inthefallofasparrow]

Knight of Wands