Clockr

For some reason I really like Clockr, one of the Flickr web apps. It is a clock that uses random number images from Flickr. http://www.quasimondo.com/clockr.php I'm not sure why it appeals to me so much; maybe just the concept of randomness being used to predict very accurate time (the clock has a second counter, so you can watch the numbers flick past). It may also have to do with my...interesting... relationship with time.

Melissa.

Jantar Mantar Astronomy Complex

Astronomy park 3,, originally uploaded by Netta Bank.

"Between 1727 and 1734 Maharajah Jai Singh II of Jaipur constructed five astronomical observatories in west central India. The observatories, or "Jantar Mantars" as they are commonly known, incorporate multiple buildings of unique form, each with a specialized function for astronomical measurement. These structures with their striking combinations of geometric forms at large scale, have captivated the attention of architects, artists, and art historians world wide, yet remain largely unknown to the general public."

Very cool, and very cool photos. Netta Bank has a whole set of photos devoted to this astronomy complex on Flickr.

The quote above is from this site: http://www.jantarmantar.org/ which has this to say about itself "Jantar Mantar presents the observatories through a variety of media and information sources, making it possible to explore and learn about these historic sites through interactive panoramic "VR" photographs, time lapse sequences, and 3D models as well as articles, drawings, and historic texts. It is a comprehensive resource for exploring the observatories in depth. A "VR tour" of the Jaipur Observatory, and current information about the project can be found by following the links below."

Check it out!

Melissa.