Tara Lowry

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• Tara Lowry submitted on Xochimilco Canals in 01000 Mexico City, Mexico, Mexico.
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• Tara Lowry submitted on Banff Gondola in Banff, AB, Canada.
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• Tara Lowry submitted on Pirámide de Cholula (Tlachihualtepetl) in Cholula de Rivadavia (San Pedro Cholula), PUE, Mexico.
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• Tara Lowry submitted on Pacific National Exhibition in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
  7 months ago

  

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• Tara Lowry loved 20 de Noviembre Market in Oaxaca (), Mexico, Mexico.
  7 months ago

  

  In the Benito Juarez Market (just across from El Mercado de 20 de Noviembre and considered by locals as being the same), signs of the dead start to show up around mid- October. In preparation for 'Dia de los Muertos' on the first two days of November, the market comes alive with decorations and food for the dearly departed. Tissue paper cut outs of Mariachi skeletons hang above the stalls, while miniature skulls grin sugary smiles and the smells of mole and chocolate permeate the air. Pan de Muerto (Bread of the Dead), Marigold flowers, and specially decorated candles crowd the markets, waiting to be purchased to adorn the grave sites of loved ones who have passed on to the Other Side. Perhaps the most entertaining items to be sold for Day of the Dead are the 'calaca' or skeleton figurines. Full of character, these skinny dolls made from wood, clay and paper maché embody (if you will) the humor and style of this morbidly fantastic holiday. These particular ones can be found at the ‘Astrid:artesanias y regalos’ stall within the market- Tara Lowry

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• Tara Lowry submitted on 20 de Noviembre Market in Oaxaca (), Mexico, Mexico.
  7 months ago

  

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• Tara Lowry submitted on 20 de Noviembre Market in Oaxaca (), Mexico, Mexico.
  7 months ago

  

  In the Benito Juarez Market (just across from El Mercado de 20 de Noviembre and considered by locals as being the same), signs of the dead start to show up around mid- October. In preparation for 'Dia de los Muertos' on the first two days of November, the market comes alive with decorations and food for the dearly departed. Tissue paper cut outs of Mariachi skeletons hang above the stalls, while miniature skulls grin sugary smiles and the smells of mole and chocolate permeate the air. Pan de Muerto (Bread of the Dead), Marigold flowers, and specially decorated candles crowd the markets, waiting to be purchased to adorn the grave sites of loved ones who have passed on to the Other Side. Perhaps the most entertaining items to be sold for Day of the Dead are the 'calaca' or skeleton figurines. Full of character, these skinny dolls made from wood, clay and paper maché embody (if you will) the humor and style of this morbidly fantastic holiday. These particular ones can be found at the ‘Astrid:artesanias y regalos’ stall within the market- Tara Lowry

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• Tara Lowry submitted on San Migeul Cemetery in Oaxaca, Oa, Mexico.
  8 months ago

  

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• Tara Lowry loved Hierve El Agua (The Water Boils) in Sarasota, FL.
  8 months ago

  

  70 kms from the city of Oaxaca is Mexico's most unique set of "waterfalls." In fact, Hierve el Agua (The Water Boils) is one of only two such known formations in the world. Cradled by shrub covered mountains is a series of turquoise natural and artificial pools located on a large white cliff edge. The water is not hot; the name comes from the bubbling effect caused by the water mixing with calcium carbonate, magnesium and sulphur. Looking across and below are two massive white waterfalls that appear to have been frozen in time. Over thousands of years, the heavily mineralized water has slowly dripped over the edge, leaving deposits that form the falls. The process has been compared to the formation of stalactites that are seen in caves. The cratered surface of the cliff shelf combined with the unique color of the pools, the sense of height, and the huge waterfall formations give an otherworldly vibe that is not easily forgotten.

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• Tara Lowry submitted on San Migeul Cemetery in Oaxaca, Oa, Mexico.
  10 months ago

  

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