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28-SEP-2016

Harbour Entrance

Konstanz - Germany

On the left is the Imperia statue, the newest Konstanz landmark erected in 1993. It is 30 foot tall and slowly rotates once every 4 minutes. It ironically commemorates the Council of Constance that took place between 1414 and 1418. Imperia was a beautiful courtesan of the time, and she is depicted holding two men on her hands. The two men represent Pope Martin V who was elected during the Council, and Emperor Sigismund, the king who called the council. Both are naked except for their crowns.


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Tom LeRoy03-Dec-2016 08:25
Excellent timing and very nice shot, a favorite place to visit ! V
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