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rubydolly · 5 months

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YULARA - ULURU KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK 2023

I have just returned from a trip to Yulara. My trip was so amazing and the place so special that I felt it deserved a blog post so here it is.

PS - Tumblr have put a new restriction on how many photos you can put in a blog post, so sadly I won't be able to post as many photos in the post as I did my Singapore post, Stupid Tumblr :(

Yulara and Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park is owned by Anangu, the traditional custodians of the land.

DAY ONE Date: 6/11/2023 Weather: Day: 35 Degrees Night: 32 Degrees Humidity: Day: 32% Night: 16% Itinerary: Arrive At Yulara Check Into Hotel - Sails In The Desert Gecko's Cafe

The trip start at Sydney Domestic Airport on the 6th of November, my Mother and I flew from Sydney to Yulara via Jetstar. The flight to Yulara was 3 hours, I would like to give a shoutout to manager Pat and the crew on our flight, all of them were super friendly and lovely to talk to and made the flight a really lovely experience.

Just like Singapore, the minute the plane landed and we stepped off the plane I immediately noticed the heat. Unlike Singapore which is a very humid heat, the heat in Yulara is extremely dry, according to my phone it was 35 degrees and the humidity was 32%. Apart from the heat, the other thing I noticed was the bright red sand and dust, letting me know that I was indeed in the Red Centre. We got our luggage and then got on to the Hop On Hop Off bus to our hotel in the Ayer's Rock Resort complex, we were staying at Sails In The Desert. I want to take a moment here to say that the rock is NOT!!! Called Ayer's Rock it's called Uluru, it used to be called Ayer's Rock however that name was changed to Uluru in 2002, I'll explain why at the bottom of this post but just remember to call it Uluru and not Ayer's Rock as the local Anangu do not appreciate people referring to the rock by its old name. The resort complex however is called "Ayer's Rock Resort"

Arriving At Yulara

Mum and I checked into our hotel and by that point we were both starving so we decided to have lunch by the pool, I had Mushroom Gnocchi and my Mum had the Ancient Grains Salad. The gnocchi was delicious!!! I almost licked my plate clean it was so good.

Mushroom Gnocchi

After lunch we both had a nice long dip in the pool, which was so refreshing as it was so incredibly hot outside.

Ready For A Dip In The Pool

That night we both went down to Gecko's Cafe which is located in the Town Square for dinner, I had a chicken schnitzel and Mum had a vegetarian pizza. I forgot to take photos of our dinner as I was so tired by that point, sorry about that.

Going Out For Dinner

COSTS Lunch: $32.00 Dinner: $26.00

DAY TWO Date: 7/11/2023 Weather: Day: 32 Degrees Night: 21 Degrees Humidity: Day: 15% Night: 18% Itinerary: Uluru

Day two was all about what we had travelled all the way to Yulara for, seeing Uluru. We started our day nice and early, so that we could do the 10 kilometre base walk around Uluru. If you are planning on doing the base walk, it is important that you go either early morning at sunrise or sunset, it is not safe to do it in the middle of the day as it gets extremely hot and there is no shade. Also make sure you pack plenty of water and Gatorade as well as wear appropriate clothing (information on appropriate clothing in "Tips") to avoid dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

We got on the Hop On Hop Off bus at 7:00AM and arrived at Uluru in 25 minutes, note that Uluru is inside Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park and you need a ticket to enter the park, you can buy a ticket online or you can do what we did which is go to to the Town Square and buy a ticket at the tourist office.

When we arrived at Uluru, I was at a loss for words, the rock is huge and just feels so magical. They say the rock changes colour throughout the day and I can confirm that is 100% true, I could see Uluru as we entered the park by the bus and it looked purple but by the time we actually arrived at the rock it was bright orange.

Uluru

As we embarked on our walk, admiring the monolith, we came across some signs which told a story about an event that took place here thousands of years ago, I would share the photos but thanks to Tumblr's stupid 30 photos per post limit I can't so I will type out the story for you.

"In the beginning, the Mala people came from the north and could see this rock. They thought it looked like a good place to stay a while and make inma (ceremony). The Mala men decorated and raised Ngaltawata, the ceremonial pole. The inma had now begun.

The Mala people began to busily prepare for their ceremonies. The women gathered and prepared food for everyone. They stored nyuma (seed cakes) in their caves. The men went out hunting. They made fires and fixed their tools and weapons.

In the middle of preparations, two Wintalka men approached from the west. They invited the Mala people to attend their inma. The Mala people said no, explaining their ceremony had begun and could not be stopped.

The Disappointed Wintalka men went back and told their people. Enraged, they created an evil spirit - a huge devil - dog called Kurpany to destroy the Mala inma.

As Kurpany travelled towards the Mala people he changed into many forms. He was a mamu, a ghost. Luunpa the kingfisher woman was the first to spot him. She warned the Mala people but they didn't listen.

Kurpany arrived and attacked and killed some of the men. In great fear and confusion the remaining Mala people fled down into South Australia with Kurpany chasing them. The story continues down south.

These ancestors are still here today. Luunpa still keeps watch, but she is now a large rock. Kurpany's footprints are imprinted into the rock leading towards the east and south. The men who were killed are still in their cave.

This story teaches that it is important to finish what you start and that you should watch for and listen to warnings of danger."

There are certain parts of Uluru that you cannot photograph, these places are clearly marked with signs asking that you not take photographs, this is around the north - east face of Uluru. The reason for this is that the rock details and features at these sites are equivalent to sacred scripture for the Anangu - they describe culturally important information that should only be viewed in their original location and by specific people.

Throughout the walk, there are emergency phones and seats with wooden shelters over them should you become ill or injured and require help. About 9 km's into the walk, I began to suffer from heat exhaustion, luckily for me it was only very mild and I recovered quickly and was able to finish the walk but do be mindful that heat exhaustion is a possibility on this walk.

Me Towards The End Of The 10km Base Walk

Once we had completed the walk, we got the bus back to our hotel, we both had a much needed swim before we had lunch, we ate by the pool again and i had the mushroom gnocchi again.

That night, we were booked to go and see the Field Of Lights, however a huge wind storm picked up and all of the outdoor night tours including the Field Of Lights got cancelled. We decided to instead have a buffet dinner at out restaurant, Sails In The Desert has a buffet dinner every night, it costs $89.00 per person. It was the best buffet I have ever seen!!! such a great variety and everything was delicious, I had hokkien noodles, arrabiata, truffled cauliflower and garlic and rosemary focaccia. They also had a desert station with a huge chocolate fountain!!! I had ice cream and chocolate and two small slices of chocolate cake.

Dressed And Ready For The Field Of Lights

The Amazing Buffet Dinner

COSTS Uluru Kata Tjura National Park Pass: $38.00 Lunch: $32.00 Dinner: $89.00

DAY THREE Date: 8/11/2023 Weather: Day: 32 Degrees Night: 20 Degrees Humidity: Day: 19% Night: 12% Itinerary: Bush Yarn Gallery Of Central Australia Mangata Field Of Lights

The next day we decided to go into the Town Square and attend the 10:00AM Bush Yarn where an Anangu man explained the use and production of tools used by Anangu men. The tools we were introduced to were

Kali - The Kali is what the Anangu call a boomerang, unlike other boomerangs, the kali does not return when thrown. it is used for hunting.

Miru (Spear Thrower) - The Miru is a mulipurpose tool, it is used for hunting, making fires, spear sharpening, mixing ochre and digging.

Kulata (Spear) - Used for hunting.

Kali & Two Miru

Kulata

After listening to the Bush Yarn, we got on the Hop On Hop Off bus and went and checked out all of the other hotels, there are 5 hotels within Ayer's Rock Resort and a campground. - Desert Gardens - Emu Walk Apartments - The Lost Camel Hotel - Sails In The Desert - Outback Hotel & Lodge

When we got to the Desert Gardens Hotel, we discovered the Gallery Of Central Australia (GOCA), a small art gallery which showcases absolutely beautiful works of art by local Indigenous artists. In the middle of the gallery, were two Indigenous women working on beautiful paintings. You can buy some of the artworks and there is also a little gift shop selling paintings, cards, bags and more. I desperately wanted to buy one of the artworks, I bought a card instead and put it in a beautiful frame.

A Card I Bought & Framed From GOCA

After a tour of the complex, we went back to our hotel for lunch and a swim, i of course had Mushroom Gnocchi!!!

That night, we were booked in to the Field Of Lights which had been cancelled the previous night. The bus picks you up at 8:00PM so we went and had an early dinner beforehand. We went to the Desert Gardens Hotel and ate in their restaurant Mangata, Mum had poached chicken and vegetables and I had spaghetti bolognaise, both of our meals were delicious.

Spaghetti Bolognaise At Mangata

After dinner, the AAT King bus picked us up from our hotel and took us out to the Field Of Lights. The Field Of Lights is a solar powered light installation created by Bruce Monro with more than 300,000 lights covering a vast space of more than seven football fields. This phenomenal installation took over 2,000 hours to design and build in the United Kingdom and then another 3,900 hours to assemble on the site near Uluru. The exhibition first exhibited on the 1st of April 2016 and was scheduled to finish on the 31st of March 2018, however the installation is now permanent thanks to its immense popularity.

Field Of Lights

COSTS Lunch: $32.00 Dinner: $29.00 Field Of Lights: $46.00

DAY FOUR Date: 9/11/2023 Weather: Day: 33 Degrees Night: 20 Degrees Humidity: Day: 17% Night: 19% Itinerary: Didgeridoo Workshop

We really didn't do much on our fourth day, we mostly spent the day by the pool just relaxing as we hadn't had much of a chance to do that since arriving at Yulara.

At 11:00AM we went too the Akari theatre outside GOCA and the Didgeridoo workshop, while many people call this instrument a Didgeridoo, Didgeridoo is actually the rhythm produced by playing the instrument, the instruments actual name is Udarki. The man who played the Udarki explained the skilled and proper way to play a Udarki, it is not something you can just pick up and blow into anymore than you can just pick up a guitar and start strumming away, it takes practice and skill to be able to correctly play it. During the demo, Udarkis are handed out to the audience to have a go, however only men are given one as women do not play the Udarki and it is culturally insensitive for women to do so.

COSTS Lunch: $19.50 Dinner: $32.00

DAY FIVE Date: 10/11/2023 Weather: Day: 33 Degrees Night: 20 Degrees Humidity: Day: 12% Night: 19% Itinerary: Paint Your Own Australian Animal Desert Awakenings

Like the previous day, we didn't really do much throughout the day besides swim in the hotel pool, although I did take part in a Paint Your Own Australian Animal workshop in my hotel in which you get given a wooden animal that you paint as well as a guide on Indigenous markings and what they mean. We had also booked to do the Desert Awakenings tour that evening.

My Paintings, The Marking On The Lizard Means Travelling And The Markings On The Platypus Means 2 Women

In the late afternoon, the AAT King bus came and picked us up from our hotel and took us out to Kata Tjuta, the ride there took 37 minutes. Along the way, we stopped off at the Kata Tjuta Sunset Viewing Platform, where we were able to see both Uluru and Kata Tjuta and get some photos, we then got back on the bus and headed to Kata Tjuta.

Mum And I At The Kata Tjuta Sunset Viewing Platform

We arrived at Kata Tjuta and had drinks and canopies whilst sitting and watching the sun set over Kata Tjuta, it was a truly spectacular site. We stayed for an hour, watching Kata Tjuta change from orange to brown to purple, before getting back onto the bus, on the bus ride home, Mum and I were sitting at the front of the bus and were lucky enough to see two King Brown Snakes slithering across the road, I was absolutely stoked as I'm a snake lover.

Kata Tjuta Changing Colours As The Sun Sets

We got back to our hotel and had dinner in the restaurant, I got my final bowl of mushroom gnocchi, and then we went back to our room and began the depressing task of packing up our stuff, ready to leave the next day.

COSTS Lunch: $19.50 Desert Awakenings Tour: $160.00 Dinner: $32.00

TIPS

If you are doing the 10km base walk of Uluru, make sure to wear a hat, a lightweight shirt with sleeves that cover your arms, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes, avoid wearing black clothing as this will absorb heat.

If you are doing the 10km base walk of Uluru, make sure to pack plenty of water and Gatorade, dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke can occur very easily out here and be dangerous.

Climbing Uluru was banned in 2019 so you cannot climb Uluru, instead admire its beauty from the ground.

Due to its remote location and high overheads, EVERYTHING!!!! is expensive, food, souvenirs, tours and basic necessities like sunscreen and tissues, try to take as much of your own stuff as possible and if you're staying somewhere with kitchen facilities, there is an IGA so preparing your own food is an option for cutting down on costs.

The Sun is harsh and extreme, be sure to consistently keep up with sunscreen application and wear a hat. When possible wear long sleeves and long pants/dresses/skirts, the less sun on your skin the better

The Hop On Hop Off Bus is free and operates every 20 minutes, making a stop at every accomodation.

CULTURAL INFORMATION AND SENSITIVITIES

Ensure you have permission before photographing any of the Anangu.

Whilst some Anangu may give you permission to take a photo, you must NEVER!!! film them

Do not photograph or enter any sacred sites.

Anangu greet each other by saying "palya" a word which can also mean welcome, thank you, understood, ok and goodbye.

Do not refer to Uluru as Ayer's Rock or Kata Tjuta as The Olgas.

The Anangu honour their dead by not speaking their names or looking at their pictures, it is believed that doing so will recall and disturb the spirit.

HISTORY OF ULURU KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK The mesmerising monolith known as Uluru was created over 600 million years ago. While Indigenous Australians date back 60,000 years, the Anangu have lived in the area and used Uluru and Kata Tjuta for sacred ceremonies and rites of passage for the last 10,000 years. The caves and crevices of the monolith contain many sacred areas and ancient rock paintings. Before European invasion which took place in 1770, Indigenous Australians spoke an estimated 700 dialects. Today, only 20 - 50 languages remain and are spoken by children. Anangu mainly speak Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara, although some speak up to six of the Aboriginal languages.

In 1873, William Gosse went on a three month journey from Alice Springs through the desert, which brought him to Uluru, he was the first non Indigenous person to see Uluru and so he named it "Ayer's Rock" after Sir Henry Ayers, the Chief Secretary of South Australia at the time. On October 26th, 1985. Kata Tjuta, was discovered by a non Indigenous person for the first time in 1872 by Ernest Giles. Upon his discovery, Ernest named the collection of mountains "Mount Olga" after Queen Olga of Wurttemberg.

In the 1930's more explorers began arriving and by the 1940's the first graded road was laid. Tourism to the area officially began in the 1950's and over the next few decades, tourism operators started tours, roads were built as well as a small airport.

the Australian government finally returned ownership of the area and the national park back over to its rightful owners the Anangu on the 26th of October 1985. In 2002, the a few name changes were enacted in order to show respect to and acknowledge the Anangu as the traditional owners of the land, Ayer's Rock was changed to Uluru, The Olgas was changed to Kata Tjuta and Ayer's Rock Mount Olga National Park was changed to Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park. The Anangu people do not appreciate people calling Uluru "Ayer's Rock" or Kata Tjuta "The Olga's" as these names were a result of European colonisation and were imposed on a section of Aboriginal country. For this reason, you should always refer to the rock as Uluru and the mountains as Kata Tjuta.

#australia #northern territory #yulara #ayers rock #ayers rock resort #sails in the desert #uluru #uluru kata tjuta national park #bush yarn #anangu #desert gardens hotel #mangata #gallery of central australia #field of lights #kata tjuta #desert awakenings #2023

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seeingbeyondtheisland · 6 months

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YULARA - ULURU KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK 2023

I have just returned from a trip to Yulara, I know that Yulara is part of "the island" and not "beyond" it, however my trip was so amazing and the place so special that I felt it deserved a blog post so here it is.

PS - Tumblr have put a new restriction on how many photos you can put in a blog post, so sadly I won't be able to post as many photos in the post as I did my Singapore post, Stupid Tumblr :(

Yulara and Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park is owned by Anangu, the traditional custodians of the land.

DAY ONE Date: 6/11/2023 Weather: Day: 35 Degrees Night: 32 Degrees Humidity: Day: 32% Night: 16% Itinerary: Arrive At Yulara Check Into Hotel - Sails In The Desert Gecko's Cafe

Arriving At Yulara

Mushroom Gnocchi

After lunch we both had a nice long dip in the pool, which was so refreshing as it was so incredibly hot outside.

Ready For A Dip In The Pool

Going Out For Dinner

COSTS Lunch: $32.00 Dinner: $26.00

DAY TWO Date: 7/11/2023 Weather: Day: 32 Degrees Night: 21 Degrees Humidity: Day: 15% Night: 18% Itinerary: Uluru

Uluru

The Disappointed Wintalka men went back and told their people. Enraged, they created an evil spirit - a huge devil - dog called Kurpany to destroy the Mala inma.

This story teaches that it is important to finish what you start and that you should watch for and listen to warnings of danger."

Me Towards The End Of The 10km Base Walk

Once we had completed the walk, we got the bus back to our hotel, we both had a much needed swim before we had lunch, we ate by the pool again and i had the mushroom gnocchi again.

Dressed And Ready For The Field Of Lights

The Amazing Buffet Dinner

COSTS Uluru Kata Tjura National Park Pass: $38.00 Lunch: $32.00 Dinner: $89.00

DAY THREE Date: 8/11/2023 Weather: Day: 32 Degrees Night: 20 Degrees Humidity: Day: 19% Night: 12% Itinerary: Bush Yarn Gallery Of Central Australia Mangata Field Of Lights

Kali - The Kali is what the Anangu call a boomerang, unlike other boomerangs, the kali does not return when thrown. it is used for hunting.

Miru (Spear Thrower) - The Miru is a mulipurpose tool, it is used for hunting, making fires, spear sharpening, mixing ochre and digging.

Kulata (Spear) - Used for hunting.

Kali & Two Miru

Kulata

A Card I Bought & Framed From GOCA

After a tour of the complex, we went back to our hotel for lunch and a swim, i of course had Mushroom Gnocchi!!!

Spaghetti Bolognaise At Mangata

Field Of Lights

COSTS Lunch: $32.00 Dinner: $29.00 Field Of Lights: $46.00

DAY FOUR Date: 9/11/2023 Weather: Day: 33 Degrees Night: 20 Degrees Humidity: Day: 17% Night: 19% Itinerary: Didgeridoo Workshop

We really didn't do much on our fourth day, we mostly spent the day by the pool just relaxing as we hadn't had much of a chance to do that since arriving at Yulara.

COSTS Lunch: $19.50 Dinner: $32.00

DAY FIVE Date: 10/11/2023 Weather: Day: 33 Degrees Night: 20 Degrees Humidity: Day: 12% Night: 19% Itinerary: Paint Your Own Australian Animal Desert Awakenings

My Paintings, The Marking On The Lizard Means Travelling And The Markings On The Platypus Means 2 Women

Mum And I At The Kata Tjuta Sunset Viewing Platform

Kata Tjuta Changing Colours As The Sun Sets

COSTS Lunch: $19.50 Desert Awakenings Tour: $160.00 Dinner: $32.00

TIPS

If you are doing the 10km base walk of Uluru, make sure to pack plenty of water and Gatorade, dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke can occur very easily out here and be dangerous.

Climbing Uluru was banned in 2019 so you cannot climb Uluru, instead admire its beauty from the ground.

The Hop On Hop Off Bus is free and operates every 20 minutes, making a stop at every accomodation.

CULTURAL INFORMATION AND SENSITIVITIES

Ensure you have permission before photographing any of the Anangu.

Whilst some Anangu may give you permission to take a photo, you must NEVER!!! film them

Do not photograph or enter any sacred sites.

Anangu greet each other by saying "palya" a word which can also mean welcome, thank you, understood, ok and goodbye.

Do not refer to Uluru as Ayer's Rock or Kata Tjuta as The Olgas.

The Anangu honour their dead by not speaking their names or looking at their pictures, it is believed that doing so will recall and disturb the spirit.

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transformgraphics · 1 year

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Emu Walk apartments at #yulara #northernterritory #australia #seeuluru #redcentre #ulurukatatjutanationalpark (at Yulara, Northern Territory) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqZU7t1S3X3/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#yulara #northernterritory #australia #seeuluru #redcentre #ulurukatatjutanationalpark

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corvidcrybaby · 4 months

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So I got a drawing tablet for Xmas............... Thus voila here's a butch vampire lady choking out another butch lady for getting mouthy (Delilah has even worse survival instincts than Zemira and it gets her in massive trouble with her boss, Yulara - regularly)

#my art #my ocs #d&d oc #vampire oc #dwarf oc #clip studio paint #d&d #warlock #delilah wakefeld #yulara uvarro #why are there like legit no results for dwarven vampire queen on google like wtf why has nobody done this

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smoothestjazz · 3 months

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Hey whats up! What're your favorite jazz artists in these subgenres cause im looking for new shit to listen to and sources have informed me you're a bigger jazz fan than me:

-Smooth Jazz

-Jazz Fusion (like synth rock fusion type shit)

-Bossa Nova

-Acid Jazz

hello, you have come to the right place! I want to preface the following list by saying that there's a bit of overlap, as smooth jazz, acid jazz, and a decent amount of jazz fusion artists live in the umbrella of "contemporary jazz" (which also includes easy listening like Kenny G or smooth R&B like Sade).

all that being said, here's a few artists I feel exemplify their genre:

smooth jazz (to note: the term "smooth jazz" is controversial in jazz circles as some people claim it's not jazz at all. I disagree with that stance (obviously), though I will say that it's probably the least "jazzy" genre of jazz, at least since Glenn Miller and his milquetoast band back in the 30s and 40s): Bob James, Fourplay (supergroup with several headliners in the band, including Bob James), Boney James, Grover Washington Jr., Dave Koz, Joe Sample, Michael Franks, Spyro Gyra, Lindsey Webster

jazz fusion (alluded to this above but jazz fusion itself refers to jazz blends with other genres, some of which can get pretty out there.. given that you approached me, the smooth jazz guy, about this, I'll stick to the groups more firmly rooted in jazz, though I wanted to point out that this is a wide and varied genre): Pat Metheny Group (listen to them if you ignore everything else), George Duke, Fattburger, Yulara, The Rippingtons, Snarky Puppy, Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis (later stuff specifically), Steely Dan

Bossa Nova (to note here, there are a lot of jazz artists that play with Bossa Nova elements, but to keep this list neat, I'm restricting this to Bossa Nova players specifically. I'm also, as you can tell, less of a straight ahead bossa nova guy): Sergio Mendes!, Joao Gilberto, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Stan Getz

Acid Jazz (if someone refers to "persona 5 music", it's acid jazz): Kombo, Incognito, Thundercat, Roy Ayers, Jamiroquai (they're jazz adjacent!)

happy to offer something a bit more refined if you want, but I actively listen to all of these artists!

#mp #jazz

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verrecart · 29 days

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Yulara Nocturne, Drow Druid of the Moon

She’s been on my mind for a while now so here’s some art inspired by a DnD character idea!

I also based my Baldur’s Gate 3 Tav on her and have been really enjoying seeing her come to life there 🥰

#dungeons and dragons #dnd #dnd character #drow elf #druid #character design #bg3 #bg3 tav #fantasy art #fantasy character #art #digital art #human art

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mybeingthere · 1 year

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Hector Tjupuru Burton (1937 - 2017) was an Australian Aboriginal artist who was born in 1937 near what is now Pipalyatjara, in north-west South Australia. A member of the Pitjantjatjara people, his childhood was spent living a traditional lifestyle in the bush. When he was still a child, Burton and his parents came out of the desert and settled at Ernabella.

As a young man, Burton worked as a ringer at the large cattle station called Curtin Springs. He later moved to Amaṯa where he worked building dams, fences and cattle yards outside the town. He also later worked on a building project in Ernabella.Burton was a senior custodian of traditional Pitjantjatjara law (Tjukurpa or Dreaming). His father's homeland, to the west of Irrunytju, is closely associated with the Anumara Tjukurpa (Caterpillar Dreaming) and the Malu Tjukurpa (Red Kangaroo Dreaming). His mother is from Lake Wilson, about 170 km South-west from Yulara. These legends are the subjects of many of his paintings.

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randomvarious · 1 year

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Today’s mix:

Ambient Lounge 1 by DJ Stephane de Lucia 2000 Downtempo / Trip Hop / Future Jazz / Lounge / Deep House

Here's the excellent first installment in German label Globe's long-running series, Ambient Lounge, that seems to present a mishmash of all things lounge and chill, from the deepest of trip hop grooves to fantastic, foot-tapping, future jazzy bossa nova, and with a spotlight shone especially upon a bunch of the German acts who were responsible for forging some of these supremely good and highly underheard turn-of-the-millennium vibes 🤩.

Now, if you want a well-made chillout DJ mix, look elsewhere, because the transitions on this double-disc are downright weak, lazy, and sloppy afterthoughts. But if you can bring yourself to ignore those shortcomings, the overall selection here is still pretty damn immaculate.

And one thing that seems to unite most of these songs, despite them spanning a wide range of different chillout and lounge flavors, is that they come armed with super thick and dubby basslines. So, if you've got the right kind of soundsystem for it, you could probably do some serious ground-rattling with this pair of CDs 😤.

Anyway, maybe when you think of German music, you naturally assume some things. And probably because of Kraftwerk and krautrock and techno, you imagine stuff that sounds cold, mechanical, repetitious, and robotic. But acts like Jazzanova, A Forest Mighty Black, De-Phazz, The Sushi Club, Moodorama, Lemongrass, even techno legend Sven Väth, and so many others are here to disabuse you of your very own wrongly held preconceived notions with this release. All of these tracks are smooth, blissful, and relaxing. Clearly and obviously, there's far, far, far more to German music than sounding like an automaton, but maybe you never really thought about it all that much 🤷‍♂️.

However, you should also be forewarned that, although the series is called Ambient Lounge, none of the music in this particular set of tunes is actually ambient itself. It's mostly downtempo, trip hop, and future jazz, with pinches of deep house and even a deep techno track from the great St. Germain, whose "Prélusion" both appears on this mix as well as a number of my own 90s techno playlists.

So, if you don't mind the fact that it's poorly mixed, this is a great place to get a sweet dose of some of that overlooked German chilliness from the turn of the millennium, when that whole underground chillout compilation craze was really pumping. There's other non-German acts on here too, like Groove Armada, Nightmares on Wax, and Thievery Corporation, but the overall focus on German acts makes this one stand out among an endless array of other chillout comps.

Now, unfortunately, I wasn’t able to find a place to stream either of these discs, and it doesn't appear that anyone's uploaded any of the tracks that specifically come off of this mix to YouTube either, but if you really wanna hear this thing, feel free to just reach out and I'll be more than happy to hook you up 😊.

Highlights:

CD1:

Groove Armada - "Chicago" St. Germain - "Prélusion" A Forest Mighty Black - "Rebirth" The Sushi Club - "Niku-jaga" Moodorama - "Uncertainty" Lemongrass - "Comme Toujours" Llorca - "End (Hepop Original)" Nightmares on Wax - "Ethnic Majority"

CD2:

Sven van Hees - "Serrano Anthem" Nitin Sawhney - "The Pilgrim" Beanfield - "The Season (Swag's vocal mix)" Thievery Corporation - "The Glass Bead Game" Czech - "Aggression (Moodorama mix)" Jazzanova - "Fedime's Flight" Muki - "Esc." Smoke City - "With You (LP version)" Yulara - "Rain on Fire" De-Phazz - "No Jive (new radio mix)" Sven Väth - "Sensual Enjoyments"

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seniouesbabes · 2 years

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Lily Maymac 🌸🍒💋🌸 Baby doll in the outback 🤍 @amaliebyshowpo drop on @showpo 🕊️#Showpo.Ad

#lilymaymac #beautiful #sexy #babes #models #instagram models #fashion #selfie #october 2022 #australia #red center #yulara #monday 10 #amalie by showpo #showpo #white dress #big hats #sexy smile

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callias-w · 10 months

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Am I the only one that shipps Halara with Yuma? What would that be called? Halma? Yulara? Yumara? Kokomare? Kokomare sounds kinda right

What shipps are there? I've seen people say Vivia with Yakou and Clockmare (Fubuki with Halara) but not much else

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Capp`s Charity Ball

The time was approaching the end of the year, blizzards and snowfalls were already raging outside. There were a few days left before the New Year and everyone was trying to quickly finish all work and close all financial affairs.

Contessa and Consort Capp decided to hold a charity ball just before the New Year, and the money received from wealthy guests would be sent to orphanages. Contessa Capp sent out invitations to almost a hundred people, but, to her regret, fewer came.

Among the guests were also the Harkers, and Contessa had been friends with them for a long time, and after the marriage of the Consort and Contessa’s son Leonard to Jimma Harker, she became a frequent guest of the Harkers. She especially adored her granddaughter Katrina and spoiled her in every possible way. Contessa asked Katrina's cousin Yulara, who was an excellent musician and worked in the city theater, to perform at the evening.

The hall was themed in icy—blue tones, and the Capp family chose green with gold accents as an accent in the design. The staff also wore uniforms in matching colors. The spacious hall was designed for 130 people, but was adjusted according to the guests who confirmed their presence at the evening. As a result, 48 people came to the event.

Guests began to arrive by 18:00, some of them arriving later due to harsh weather conditions. Snow covered all the roads, making travel difficult.

Among the first were (in addition to the Capp spouses), there was also Grand Duke Nord of Moonlight Falls with his faithful servant—manager — the hereditary vampire Claude Westerholt. They were given a VIP table with the hosts of the evening and sat at a table near the stage where the host, a longtime acquaintance of Capp, spoke.

Some of the guests were from different cities, and several of them were from other countries, specially coming at the invitation of the Capps themselves.

At the reception were the couple Norma and Gil Davidson, Martina Garres, Aza Castellanos and his business partner Lydia Yamamato . They were given a far table next to the bar counter. There were several new people sitting with them who had not previously attended Capp events, so Contessa invited them.

At the third row next to the buffet table, where there was a pretty waitress, the delegation from Africa was placed with their translators.

The most empty table, closest to the Cupps and their VIP guests, belonged to six of the richest people from the neighboring city of Bridgeport. Among them sat the famous Professor Grayden, with his wife's old knitted scarf. Sitting next to him was his student and friend Gidget, a young heiress from a suburb near Sunset Valley.

The opposite side was also colorful; the table closest to the stage was occupied by two countesses, Vanessa Ives and Anastasia Verta. Their neighbors were rich men from Asia and their companions from different countries.

The second middle table was occupied by the Harkers and members of their dynasty.

Sitting in an orange dress was the vampire hunter Agnes Verdier, a member of the Harker family who has lived on their estate for many years. Sitting in a green dress was Alexandria, to her left, with her husband, Graham. Opposite them sat their children, daughter Yulara in a purple dress and son Felix in a brown suit. Next to Graham sat the ichthyander Ussur, for whom this evening became special — he went out into the world for the first time, having taken the “coup potion.” From a mermaid—vampire, she became a human for a short time. He accompanied Contessa's granddaughter Katrina. Katrina's husband could not come due to difficulties at work, so Ussur took on the role of escort.

The Harkers arrived shortly after the arrival of Countess Verta and immediately took their places, as required by the conditions upon arrival at the place.

The far table was occupied by the young heirs, whose parents were unable to attend the evening, so they were sent as representatives of their influential families (and fat wallets). At the same table, in the company of his friend, sat Rashid Emery, Yulara’s colleague and former classmate.

Rashid was in love with Yulara for a long time, but did not dare to admit it, but today he made up his mind and will do it after a special ball program. He even specially put on his blue suit, thinking that he looked good in it. His friend in a snow—white suit Anten Colby teased him and made fun of him, but he really valued Rashid, so he didn't do it much today.

When the last guest finally arrived, the host, at the Consort's signal, finally announced the beginning of the evening. A slightly plump fat man in a special uniform climbed onto the stage and began his speech.

— Good evening, ladies and gentlemen! I hope everyone got there without incident and the road didn’t sweep any of you into a walking snowdrift.

The audience laughed, allowing the tension in the room to dissipate, and the presenter continued his speech.

— So, we all gathered here for a reason, but to spend our money (there was a slight laugh in the hall) for a noble cause, and most importantly, a kind and warm one. Your jingling coins will bring happiness to those who, unfortunately, do not have them. Children in orphanages who dream of toys, magic and wonder, and just ordinary things, thanks to you they will receive your support. They will be able to fulfill their childhood dreams and desires for something incredible.

*Applause in the hall*

Now let me introduce the people without whom this evening would not have taken place. Everyone outside our city knows this family, they are a benefactor of many and for them helping those in need is a calling and duty. Ladies and gentlemen, Contessa and Consort Capp!

Two very aristocratic spouses rose from the first table near the stage. Contessa in a red dress and her husband in a business suit took a place near the podium. Their ascent to the stage was accompanied by applause from the audience.

— Good evening, dear guests! I gladly welcome you here and thank you for being able to come. — Contessa began her welcoming speech with undisguised joy, glancing at her husband out of the corner of her eye, and the Consort outwardly seemed calm, but in fact he was in his soul (if he has one, because he is a terrible miser) cats scratched and toads strangled. I would like to open our evening with a performance by one gifted girl from my family and my husband’s family.

This family has long won respect and taken its place in society, and for us they became a family not so long ago. (Contessa turned her attention to the Harkers’ table and smiled almost continuously with her eyes at them all)

A few months ago, these selfless people were able to restore what others could not. The majestic castle on Lake White has revealed the secrets of the Bloody Spurs, the very place where the mysterious founder of our beloved city of Roaring Heights once lived. For which, on behalf of my entire family and my ancestors, I am deeply grateful to them.

*Applause*

In addition, our youngest son Leonardo found happiness in this family and gave my husband and me my long—awaited granddaughter Katrina, who is also present here.

Distinguished guests, let me introduce the wonderful Harker family and invite their musical treasure to take the stage.

Contessa came out from behind the podium and motioned to a twenty—year—old girl in a dark purple dress who was sitting at the Harkers' table. Yulara was slightly embarrassed and slowly walked towards the stage to loud applause.

Returning to the podium, the presenter said:

— Dear ladies and gentlemen, Miss Lady Yulara Harker!

The girl shyly bowed from the stage to the audience, who actively applauded the elegant pianist. Yulara sat down at the instrument, pursing her lips slightly with excitement.

The Capps returned to their table, where their VIP—guests from Moonlight Falls. Contessa smiled widely with pleasure, literally beamed, which Grand Duke Nord noticed and looked at the girl behind the magnificent snowwhite piano with an amazingly carved lid.

The man’s hands grew cold, and his heart beat tremulously, sometimes slowly, sometimes quickly. The duke's servant Claude instantly caught the change in his master's body and looked with his eyes, now at him, now at Yulara. The vampire understood what was going on.

Nord had looked at her from the hall before, but then he didn’t really look at her, but now... now he looked at her with different eyes... no, not with his eyes, but with his heart.

Yulara exhaled and placed her graceful fingers on the keys and played an incredibly beautiful melody. She lost herself in the music and her tension disappeared.

The Harkers kept an eye on their heiress, Alexandria and Graham held hands and looked at their daughter. Katrina, Felix and Agnes listened to Yulara's music with pleasure, never ceasing to feel a sense of pride and delight.

Ussur was briefly distracted from the enchanting music of the piano and sensed something was wrong. He feverishly looked for the source of the familiar vibration and saw it in the far table that stood near the stage, from where beautiful notes were coming.

Ussur's mind and eyes were filled with blurry scenes of Yulara and that man in the company of Capp and the vampire Claude. Little people ran along the beach holding hands. They hugged, wrapped in a blanket near the lit fireplace. Then blackness... and the ichthyander already saw Yulara in anticipation of something joyful and long—awaited.

The picture faded — Ussur realized this was Yulara’s fate.

Ussur exhaled and smiled to himself. Naturally this smile The Harkers already recognized and only silently turned their heads towards Capp’s table, examining the destined new future member of the family.

While Claude's master was constantly and enchantedly admiring Yulara, the vampire felt uncomfortable and, as if by chance, looked around the room, looking for the cause of the discomfort, and he fixed his bloody gaze on the Harkers. He was alarmed by their attentive glances, but then they turned their attention to the stage. Claude was interested in a strange—looking character with red hair. By instinct, he saw that he was a vampire, but he was not the type that everyone knows about.

Claude turned to the stage and furtively glanced at the enchanted master, the vampire noticed that the Duke clenched his palms.

Claude noticed this, he knew the habits of his master, he realized what this gesture meant, and thoughtfully dropped his chin on his clasped hands, studying the girl on the stage with his eyes.

Finally the song came to an end. Yulara finished playing, stood up, bowed too modestly, nodded to Contessa and the Consort and left the stage.

Claude noticed how Nord did not take his eyes off the girl for a long time.

The hall did not quiet down for a long time, drowning out everyone around with applause. The waiters had already served the previously ordered drinks to the guests and returned to their places of work.

The presenter returned to his place.

— It was magical, Lady Yulara! Thank you for performance. Now the floor is given again to the hostess of the evening.

Contessa almost skipped onto the stage. This time the Consort remained seated. He didn’t even notice the change at his own table and exchanged a few words in a whisper with his neighbors.

— Smart girl, she picked a beautiful melody. Contessa probably did not discuss the performance program with her and I think that the composition should have been chosen more classically. How do you think?

Nord looked up from his thoughts and looked confusedly, first at Claude, then at Consort, not hearing the question. Capp did not notice the absent—mindedness, the situation was steered by Claude, who perfectly understood where the “master was flying” and with his speech, he gave the Duke time to prepare for an answer.

— Mr. Capp, I must admit, your beautiful wife knows how to choose a repertoire. This young lady was able to revive the hearts of those present in this room. You are especially honored to have such a treasure as your betrothed. You are lucky. The composition was chosen beautifully, — Claude turned his head towards Nord. — In my opinion, Lady Harker performed amazingly, didn’t she, Your Honor?”

Nord mentally thanked his manager (also his secret friend—servant, which others should not know about, because in Moonlight Falls aristocrats are not supposed to treat servants as close friends) and said in concentration:

— Yes, I agree. Mr. Capp, your welcome was very uplifting and the young lady added a special atmosphere to the evening.

Consort smiled contentedly; he liked it when he and his wife were praised. He likes flattery.

Contessa clapped Yulara, thanking her for her performance.

— I thank Lady Yulara for setting the mood for our evening. Now let's enjoy the meeting, and the Consort and I hope you enjoy the evening and have fun. Please enjoy.

The hostess of the evening returned to the table with her husband and guests, and the host returned to the stage and started the music system to set the mood.

Guests began to gather in groups to meet and discuss news from around the world. Some guests remained in their seats, others went to the bar for additional drinks.

The far table, occupied by the Davidsons and their friends, became a stronghold of gossip.

— What a wonderful evening! Contessa thought of inviting the Harkers! — Norma Davidson theatrically fell on her hand.

Martina, a sultry, tanned Spanish woman, shook her head sympathetically:

— Oh, dear, how I understand you! I wouldn’t have come here if I knew that Contessa and the Harkers would be dragged to the ball.

— It's true! Because of their activities, my project about exploring underwater grottoes went to hell! I was counting on a reward from the mayor, but no — the Harkers bypassed me here too, Martina’s Greek neighbor, the largest businessman Aza Castellanos, gritted his teeth.

— Really? But I thought, Aza, that you simply began to slow down with your contributions to the expedition, and that’s why you went bankrupt. — Aza’s mistress, Japanese Lydia Yamamoto, said disgustingly.

—The Harkers are always poking around with their philanthropic things. I'm sick of them.

— Perhaps, but that doesn’t make them all bad people. Although... There are rumors that among them were vampire killers. Do you think this is true? — Maura Gomez asked quietly.

Norma pursed her lips and said disdainfully:

— What difference does it make what species vampires belong to? Vampire-killers, vampire-hunters, vampire-witchers, dhampirs — they are all just vile creatures. And there were a lot of rumors about the Harkers, they even wrote in the newspapers once. In my opinion, there were several ships with someone from their family.

Young Japanese auto businessman Tamano, wearing a purple suit, rubbed his hands and grinned.

— Really?

Lydia answered him instead of her friend Norma:

— Yes. It was in the news, but when... It was a long time ago.

Martina actively gestured with her hands.

— Maybe we shouldn’t talk about this family? Still, there is a much more compelling reason to gather than to discuss the Harkers?

Not everyone wanted to close this topic of discussion, but no one wanted to object (openly, anyway) and they changed the topic, not paying attention to the other guests.

The founders of the charity evening, Capp couple, split up and approached the guests, starting conversations about a variety of content. Consort first approached the group where Alexandria and Graham were hanging out.

Consort's wife joined her granddaughter Katrina and a circle of young heirs who attended such an event on their own for the first time. Contessa still could not get enough of the arrival of the guests. The host of the evening joined them, adding jokes to their conversation. The young people relaxed a little and were able to communicate with each other without tension. Among them stood Yulara’s friend, secretly in love with her and going through the further conversation for a long time. Rashid was nervous and his friend Anten tried to calm him down a little, constantly pulling him back and drawing him into new topics of conversation.

Felix and his sister decided to meet Countess Anastasia and the professor. Among them was a young fan of the Harkers, especially the singer Ethan under the pseudonym VAMPYR, who died many years ago, and the young blonde socialite Melania. Among them was a young geologist, Rob Yamada, enthusiastically telling Yulara how gorgeous she was and comparing her dress to the shine of metals. Ussur also joined them, and started a conversation with the professor about history and biology.

Ichthyander's goal, in addition to establishing contact with people from the aristocratic circle, was to observe the half-empty table near the stage where two interesting people were sitting. Nobody particularly bothered these two and only Ussur showed interest in their conversation with each other. Thanks to his gift and keen hearing, he heard every word.

Duke Nord glanced around briefly, making sure that no one could hear them, and decided to have a frank conversation with Claude.

— Thanks for helping me out earlier. If you weren't here I...

Westerholt interrupted him.

— It’s not worth it, Your Grace! It is my responsibility to help you out and listen!

Duke Nord smiled slightly. — Claude, you know, I... — the man was very worried and had a hard time finding words. — I thought that after... after Edwina’s death, something dried up in me... You know very well what it was like for me then, I fell into depression. I felt very bad and I didn’t think that the ability to love and feel would ever awaken in me again. Today I... — the aristocrat fell silent, stealthily looking at the opposite side of the hall, where stood the girl who had penetrated his heart.

Claude put his hand to his icy mouth and looked thoughtfully at his owner.

— I understood you. Immediately, as soon as I sensed a change.

Nord looked at him in surprise and then relaxed.

— I keep forgetting that you are a vampire and your senses are many times better than a human’s. I even envy you for this.

Claude became gloomy.

— Don't say that, Your Grace! Only the stupid and naive can be jealous of vampire abilities. And you are not that kind of person at all, my lord.

— Yes, yes…

— So, what’s boring you? Why don't you come to her?

Nord glanced at Yulara, who was engrossed in conversation, then looked pitifully at Claude.

— This may sound ridiculous, but... I'm afraid.

Claude couldn't help but smile. He did not smile with mockery, but with emotion. The master finally came to life and fell in love, and Claude was bursting inside with joy.

— Your Mightiness! There is no need to be afraid, go boldly to her. First, praise her for playing the piano, because she really played beautifully. And then, in your typical manner, compliment her and kiss her hand. To be sure, I can come up with you. In addition, I want to make sure of something. — Claude looked suspiciously towards Ussur, who was actively communicating with the professor.

— What is it? — asked the Duke.

Claude waved him off.

Duke Nord sighed and nodded decisively. Claude rejoiced inside, but outwardly did not express his joy.

Duke Nord tried to keep himself as calm as possible. He had a difficult conversation ahead of him. Claude fell behind a little, examining the situation. His instincts did not indicate danger, but he was still a little worried. First of all — for the master.

Nord approached the group of guests, where Ussur, Felix and Yulara stood — they were all actively discussing new discoveries in the world, and the professor was also happy to talk about his travels to different countries.

The man was raging inside with a mixture of delight, fear, excitement and love.

— You played great, Lady Yulara! The river of a musical man flows in your veins, illuminated by the muses of all centuries, — Nord said gracefully.

The girl turned around at the man's voice behind her. Her insides fluttered and she smiled shyly.

— You’re overpraising me... — the girl hesitated, not knowing how to address her interlocutor. — Sorry, I don’t know your name...

The Duke smiled.

— Yes, not everyone knows each other here, but this can be corrected. Great Lord, descendant of the aristocratic Nord dynasty. Born and raised in Moonlight Falls. Duke Christerius Nord, at your service.

The man took the girl's hand and lightly kissed her musical fingers. Yulara was embarrassed and blushed.

— Oh, you are of royal blood... my lord. How do you like it in Roaring Heights?

— Wonderful! Changing the landscape is a pleasant opportunity to get some fresh air and relax away from home. But today evening replaced my walks around the city, thanks to you.

Yulara she smiled, embarrassed, and she and the Duke talked almost the entire evening.

Claude decided to get to know the other Harkers better, leaving the owner in the company of a charming girl, and not to interfere. During the entire long evening, the vampire failed to get Ussur to talk and when he asked about the affiliation of vampires, he never learned anything.

But Agnes became interested in the Duke and his servant Claude, so she tried in every possible way to strike up a conversation with the manager.

In vain. He wasn't particularly talkative.

Ussur was distracted and looked at the far end of the hall, where Rashid Emery, Yulara’s colleague, was standing.

The guy stood tense and very dissatisfied. Rashid spent the whole evening thinking about the upcoming conversation with the girl, but his friend Anten suggested that it would be better to postpone the showdown until another time and in a more private setting, for example, after work.

Throughout the rest of the evening, the guests communicated with each other without any obstacles. Gossipers joined the groups, carefully hiding their attitude towards some of the guests. Contessa completely disappeared into the party, no one noticed how quickly this wonderful time flew by.

Already closer to 4 o'clock the guests began to gather at home. Countesses Verta and Ivez invited Consort and Contessa to visit their estates during the holidays. Professor Grayden promised Ussur to give him a tour of the university, to which the ichthyander happily agreed. Alexandria and Graham went ahead of their group, leaving Felix and Yulara to their own devices.

The young people, along with several other guests, decided to continue the fun in another place and a large group gathered to go to a 24hour club near the ocean.

Claude nevertheless started talking to Agnes, but she did not arouse much interest in him as a woman, but he found her a nice companion and they just talked about trifles. A delegation from Africa also spoke with Contessa and suggested that she consider some kind of joint project. Consort persuaded Norma and Gil Davidson to come to his office, where they wanted to discuss a deal for the sale of houseboats from Isla Paradiso.

As for Duke Nord and his new acquaintance Lady Yulara, they practically did not leave the whole evening after they met. This, of course, was seen by Ussur and Nord’s servant, and they only occasionally observed their relationship with joy and calm.

— The Harker Dynasty (played since 2017)

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