Paris Observatory
Red Square from the roof of Moscow Gum Department Store
Scottish Cranyk Multiple Universe
Chefchaouen, Morocco
Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Holy City, Lalibela, Ethiopia
Vacheron Constantin unveils the rest of the Overseas Four Points of Interest tour, equally directed by legendary photographer Steve McCurry. These six new venues show a very rare and unique visual space that highlights the extraordinary human imagination, creativity and transformation. Adhering to the values ​​associated with watchmaking brands, these photographs show a distinctive view of the world from a unique perspective.
Paris Observatory: conquer time
The Paris Observatory is the oldest and still functioning observatory in the world. Built in 1667, this center of knowledge is closely linked with the public and witnesses the birth of emerging sciences such as geodesy and meteorology. Located in the heart of Paris, the astronomical observatory is surrounded by greenery and a telescope directs its horizon through the weather-beaten dome, leading visitors to look beyond the reach of space-time.
Steve McCurry's point of view:
"This is my first visit to the dome of the Observatory and it is indeed very interesting to visit such a place where the curiosity and creativity of mankind have become a reality. The Paris Observatory is a technological innovator and today is still the largest astronomical center in the world The curiosity of the world also drives the overseas travel of the Four Seas across the globe, which is where the heart of this place lies.
View from Red Square on the glass roof of Moscow Gum Department Store: at a glance
Overlooking one of the most famous squares in the world, GUM's rooftops showcase the combination of technology and architecture. Built in 1893, its glass dome features a large iron dome structure covering about 2.5 hectares. Standing on the highest point of this magnificent dome, you can view the unique view of the Red Square and admire the spherical towers of the Saint-Vance Ascension Church in the immediate vicinity, and experience the history of more than a thousand years and the pulse of the nation.
Steve McCurry's point of view:
"The location of the roof of GUM department store provides a brand new perspective and favorable terrain for shooting at Red Square, with several colorful minarets standing on Red Square, adding a unique style to it. As night falls, M Department store glass roof lights lit, Red Square has been given a new look and charm.
Scottish Cranike Multiple Universe: When inspired
Crawick Multiverse This place is like a precious gemstone embedded in the mountainous area of ​​Dumfries in Scotland. The discerning architect and landscape artist Charles Jenks transformed this former open coal mine into a landscape art exhibition. The ecology and found boulders here inspire structural design based on space, astronomy and cosmology. Get in the midst of a journey through the farthest galaxy from the center of the Earth; connect with the vast universe with a unique and long-term perspective from this creative designer.
Steve McCurry's point of view:
"I've never heard of this place before, and I was especially surprised by the emerging landscape that revealed the mysteries of ancient times, which, like many little-known landscapes, represent the long history of Scotland, Man is a sense of the universe. "
Old Chefchaouen, Morocco: at the time of tradition
The inhabitants of Chefchaouen have been using blue to decorate the town for nearly a century. Whatever the story behind this tradition, it is still traced back to the moment because locals think blue is not only beautiful, but also reveals their unique personality. No second village in the world has such a monochrome beauty, as if it were a blue ocean lying in the desert.
Steve McCurry's point of view:
"I have visited a similar blue town in India where there is a very poetic story comparing a blue city to a sky or a paradise.When the night falls and the whole city is seen from afar, warm lights and Blues town in sharp contrast, very fantastic color. "
Samarkand, Uzbekistan: when it came together
Samarkand, located at the strategic geographical and cultural junction, is on the Silk Road to China and is one of the oldest Central Asian cities in the world. Here have gone through successive Greece, Persia, Turkey, Mongolia and Iran's heyday of civilization. The tombs and other tombs here are magnificent with dazzling ceramic decorations, colorful domes and the magic of the Middle East, a place where travelers can not help but dazzle.
Steve McCurry's point of view:
"I was familiar with it a decade ago when I visited it, but these everlasting buildings are still as compelling and iconic as they were built 2,500 years ago, with gorgeous designs and exquisite colors. It is even more amazing. "
Holy City, Lalibela, Ethiopia: Symbol of the time
Built in the 13th century, the Lalibela holy city was considered "New Jerusalem" by this architectural wonderfully excavated from the mountaintop rock. Eleven buildings symbolize secularism and Jerusalem in heaven, respectively, and there is even a ditch symbolizing the Jordan River. Simple, single and without any decoration or statue, the roof of this peculiar chisel is level with the ground, leading the traveler into a world of extraordinary, simple and humble.
Steve McCurry's point of view:
"Lalibela's holy city has a long history, the church complex consists of a complete rock cut from top to bottom, highly recognizable and its unique architectural features and the pyramids or medieval church is very different .Although built in 700 years Formerly, these buildings are still a must for the pilgrimage. "
Overseas vertical and horizontal journey
Vacheron Constantin invited legendary photographer Steve McCurry to share his unique view of the world and to interpret the spirit of travel contained in the new Overseas Cartography.
Vacheron Constantin and Steve McCurry walk through the world's 12 little-known or even difficult to enter the mysterious area, through the lens of the photographer to demonstrate common values ​​with the brand.
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