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Kloster Flechtdorf is a former Benedictine abbey. Allegedly in 836, Bishop Badurad von Paderborn arranged for the relics of St Landelin to be transferred from the West Franconian kingdom (France) to Boke in Westphalia. Boke thus became a base for Christianity in newly missionised Saxony. In 1101, Count Erpo von Padberg and his wife Beatrix von Nidda founded a monastery in Boke. The monastery was endowed with land. However, it only lasted a few years, as the childless death of the founder Beatrix led to a bitter dispute with her relatives. The conflict was resolved by moving the monastery in Boke to Flechtdorf in 1104. Most of the Landolin relics were brought to Flechtdorf. The church was built from 1120. The building was completed at the beginning of the 13th century as a Gothic hall church. The convent buildings were completed as early as 1180. For the consecration of the church in 1250, Pope Alexander IV granted all benefactors of the abbey an indulgence. The monastery flourished and expanded its property and rights. Thanks to a "miraculous" image of the Virgin Mary and numerous relics, Flechtdorf became a religious centre of attraction for the entire region. Nevertheless, things went steadily downhill over the next few centuries. A small economic boom at the beginning of the 16th century was brought to an end by the introduction of the Reformation in 1525 and the subsequent dissolution of the monasteries in the county of Waldeck. The baptismal font dates from 1513

Kloster Flechtdorf is a former Benedictine abbey. Allegedly in 836, Bishop Badurad von Paderborn arranged for the relics of St Landelin to be transferred from the West Franconian kingdom (France) to Boke in Westphalia. Boke thus became a base for Christianity in newly missionised Saxony. In 1101, Count Erpo von Padberg and his wife Beatrix von Nidda founded a monastery in Boke. The monastery was endowed with land. However, it only lasted a few years, as the childless death of the founder Beatrix led to a bitter dispute with her relatives. The conflict was resolved by moving the monastery in Boke to Flechtdorf in 1104. Most of the Landolin relics were brought to Flechtdorf. The church was built from 1120. The building was completed at the beginning of the 13th century as a Gothic hall church. The convent buildings were completed as early as 1180. For the consecration of the church in 1250, Pope Alexander IV granted all benefactors of the abbey an indulgence. The monastery flourished and expanded its property and rights. Thanks to a "miraculous" image of the Virgin Mary and numerous relics, Flechtdorf became a religious centre of attraction for the entire region. Nevertheless, things went steadily downhill over the next few centuries. A small economic boom at the beginning of the 16th century was brought to an end by the introduction of the Reformation in 1525 and the subsequent dissolution of the monasteries in the county of Waldeck.

Kloster Flechtdorf is a former Benedictine abbey. Allegedly in 836, Bishop Badurad von Paderborn arranged for the relics of St Landelin to be transferred from the West Franconian kingdom (France) to Boke in Westphalia. Boke thus became a base for Christianity in newly missionised Saxony. In 1101, Count Erpo von Padberg and his wife Beatrix von Nidda founded a monastery in Boke. The monastery was endowed with land. However, it only lasted a few years, as the childless death of the founder Beatrix led to a bitter dispute with her relatives. The conflict was resolved by moving the monastery in Boke to Flechtdorf in 1104. Most of the Landolin relics were brought to Flechtdorf. The church was built from 1120. The building was completed at the beginning of the 13th century as a Gothic hall church. The convent buildings were completed as early as 1180. For the consecration of the church in 1250, Pope Alexander IV granted all benefactors of the abbey an indulgence. The monastery flourished and expanded its property and rights. Thanks to a "miraculous" image of the Virgin Mary and numerous relics, Flechtdorf became a religious centre of attraction for the entire region. Nevertheless, things went steadily downhill over the next few centuries. A small economic boom at the beginning of the 16th century was brought to an end by the introduction of the Reformation in 1525 and the subsequent dissolution of the monasteries in the county of Waldeck.

Goddelsheim is first mentioned in a document of King Arnulf from the year 888. However, this gumball machine is probably only 50 years old. In the 70s, such vending machines were still common.

An old, weathered chewing gum machine with clear traces of an attempted break-in.

I would expect to pub named "Haifischbar" (Shark´s Bar) maybe in the redlight district of Hamburg, but not in Twiste, a village with a population of about 1250, and really very far away from the sea.

"Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem claims to have been established in 1189 and so to be the oldest pub in England. The earliest known reference to the current was in 1799. It is believed that the pub was named "The Pilgrim" before that date. It is actuall one of several pubs claiming to be the oldest in England, including "Ye Olde Salutation Inn" and "The Bell Inn", both as well in Nottingham.

Fresh whole milk from a vending machine in Devizes

The "Château des Tourelles" hotel in La Wast, east of Boulogne-sur-Mer, has an exceptionally good restaurant. Filets de cabillaud au pesto

The "Château des Tourelles" hotel in La Wast, east of Boulogne-sur-Mer, has an exceptionally good restaurant. Chèvre chaud sur salade

The "Château des Tourelles" hotel in La Wast, east of Boulogne-sur-Mer, has an exceptionally good restaurant. Summer Salad

"Jazz à Vienne" offers 250 concerts per year, 1,000 artists and 200,000 festival visitors. The 42nd edition took place from 28 June to 13 July 2023. Pat Metheny was one of my personal guitar heroes in the 1970s. He began playing guitar at the age of twelve and at 14 he won a guitar competition sponsored by the jazz magazine "Down Beat". At 18, he became a guitar lecturer at the University of Miami, and a year later at Berklee College of Music in Boston. Pat Metheny has been honoured many times for his achievements as a guitarist, composer and producer. He has received 20 Grammy Awards, among others. His style can develop in every conceivable direction, from bebop to free jazz to Brazilian vibes, but he always plays it perfectly. www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0YnE7lZQfc

"Jazz à Vienne" offers 250 concerts per year, 1,000 artists and 200,000 festival visitors. The 42nd edition took place from 28 June to 13 July 2023. The American soul/jazz singer and pianist Norah Jones is the daughter of Sue Jones and the Indian-Bengali musician Ravi Shankar, whom the older generation may still remember. She has been extremely successful since the early 2000s, releasing nine solo albums and winning numerous awards, including nine Grammy Awards. www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaZek_SlZA0

"Jazz à Vienne" offers 250 concerts per year, 1,000 artists and 200,000 festival visitors. The 42nd edition took place from 28 June to 13 July 2023. The charismatic blues and soul singer Mavis Staples can look back on a music career spanning over 70 years. As early as 1952, she was a member of the Staple Singers around her father, the gospel singer Pops Staples. Thanks to his friendship with Martin Luther King Jr., the Staples Singers became the musical mouthpiece of the civil rights movement. Mavis Staples has worked with artists such as Aretha Franklin, Prince and Ry Cooder and has been honoured with three Grammys. www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqCpZIBwiSc

"Jazz à Vienne" offers 250 concerts per year, 1,000 artists and 200,000 festival visitors. The 42nd edition took place from 28 June to 13 July 2023. Joe Bonamassa is an extraordinary guitarist who began his career as a child prodigy and was already on stage at the age of 12 when he opened for B.B. King in 1989. He is known for his great collaborations with Beth Hart. He is a truly influential blues rock musician who (fun fact!) in his suit looks like a serious insurance salesman with sunglasses on stage. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ub3aYXrLCcc

"Jazz à Vienne" offers 250 concerts per year, 1,000 artists and 200,000 festival visitors. The 42nd edition took place from 28 June to 13 July 2023. Singer and guitarist Joe Louis Walker and his band brought these famous twelve canonic bars, commonly known as the blues, to the stage. A great performance! www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhp2cab5Dfo

With the support of many enthusiasts and volunteers Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux hosts the "Soul Funk Festival" ( formerliy known as "Soul Jazz Festival) already since 16 years. The stage is erected in front of marie in the center of the small town (pop 8700). The festival´s logo is screened onto the walls of the old cathedral´s apse during the warm summer nights. True Loves, a young band formed by guitarist Jimmy James, who was a member of the Delvon Lamar Organ Trio before, is very interesting, as there is a very srong brass section interacting with Jimmy´s guitar.

With the support of many enthusiasts and volunteers Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux hosts the "Soul Funk Festival" ( formerliy known as "Soul Jazz Festival) already since 16 years. The stage is erected in front of marie in the center of the small town (pop 8700). The festival´s logo is screened onto the walls of the old cathedral´s apse during the warm summer nights. Raphael Wressnig, Austrian organist, with his Soul Gift Band joined by and the New York singer Rachel Jenty stand for "Hammond-Funk". www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wyq1eubOttw