Abandoned dreams, a raven screams. Paths of auld, a history untold. Nature’s home in its trailing charm, hidden delights and creatures free. Visit the Scottish Highlands, take a pause and see. Fàilte/Welcome to all.
Auld Lang Sine About Land Description
Auld Lang Syne is an artistic touch of Scotland in Second Life. Created from the imagination of Elo (neutron.nebula), Auld Lang Syne offers visitors a realistic landscape inspired by the Scottish hills. Traversable on foot, the region offers visitors many photogenic spots that are sure to satisfy their desire to capture photographs. Visitors can also join the group at the symbolic cost of L$5 to acquire the right to rez. The group is named “Highland Hills.” The choice of light settings is consistent with the landscape and, as the creator pointed out in About Land, conveys the idea of abandoned dreams, beautiful hidden spots, and a sense of freedom.
Auld Lang Syne
I, too, couldn’t resist the temptation to capture a few spots in the region by taking a few photographs.
Auld Lang Syne
Walking through the hilly landscape, the visitor is greeted by several explanations and points for reflection that will appear in the local chat. For example, once at Chapel Ruins, the following message will appear in local chat:
The Camus Cross, otherwise known as the Camuston or Camustane Cross, is an Early Medieval Scottish standing stone located on the Panmure Estate near Carnoustie in Angus, Scotland. First recorded in the 15th century in a legal document describing the boundaries between Camuston and the barony of Downie, and described in the 17th century by Robert Maule, it is a freestanding cross, rare in Eastern Scotland.
The cross is thought to date from the tenth century, and exhibits distinctive Hiberno-Scottish mission influences, in common with several other monuments in the area. Tradition and folk etymology suggest that the cross marked the burial site of Camus, leader of the Norse army purportedly defeated by King Malcolm II at the apocryphal Battle of Barry. The name of the stone is likely to derive from the extinct village of Camuston, which has a Celtic toponymy.
From the local chat
The cross is clearly visible at the rear of the ruins and is called ‘The Camus Cross.’
Auld Lang Syne
The animals are free: there are no shepherds, the sheep move without anyone’s predetermined boundaries, jumping over the remains of machinery that have been abandoned for who knows how long.
ChicChica is one of the latest destinations proposed in Second Life Destinations that I recommend visiting. It was created mainly for the promotion of the shop of the same name, but it is a perfect destination for photography and blogging in general. In this video, I show it to you, also visiting the shop in the sky.
Whimberly is celebrating its 5th anniversary with a photo contest ♥ ….let`s celebrate!
Prize: 3.000 L$ + 2.000 L$ Giftcard
Prize: 1.500 L$ + 1.500 L$ Giftcard
Prize: 1.000 L$ + 1.000 L$ Giftcard plus 3 additional 500L$ Giftcards for special recognitions.
A special thank you and a HUGE hug to Fancy Decor CHEZ MOI Elm. for helping me out with their generous donation of gift cards. THANK YOU ♥
The theme is “celebrate”. No matter if you celebrate summer, spring, the 5th anniversary… the goal is to share positivity. Your photos will be judged on quality, creativity, and feel/emotions.
I came across Kekeland looking for professionally built places with attention to detail and overall credibility. Lately, I’m exploring the creations of Terry Fotherington (on Facebook), aka Dandy Warhol (on Flickr). In the coming months, I intend to know other landscapers and visit (where possible) their creations inworld.
I say “where possible” as the person who commissions a job to a landscaper is not always willing to leave their region open to visitors. In many cases, those who pay for such work want to close the region for their own benefit. It is a choice, just as it can leave the region open and allow travelers to enjoy an exceptional panorama made with professionalism and creativity to sell.
Kekeland is a 30k region admirably created by Dandy Warhol. Nature is the predominant aspect, certainly the most attractive one according to my point of view. The overall setting describes a village where life is on a human scale, in contact with chickens, ducks, sheep, dogs, and animals of various types. The natural landscape is consistent; there are no burrs or elements out of context. The high mountains surrounding the region are impressive and beautiful to admire from any angle.
The houses are sporadic, but the few existing are furnished with a wealth of details to impress. Although the buildings are not excellent, how they have been furnished also makes the construction simpler a jewel that you would like to own.
The sounds of nature are carefully chosen and carefully arranged throughout the region regarding the type of flora and fauna present.
If you are not moved by art, a landscape, a new life just born; More than anything, you don’t live.
(Arli3, Twitter)
The creation of a virtual landscape is an art form, without a doubt. When it is made with such incredible precision and great creativity that it is exceptional in a broad context of virtual panoramas, it itself becomes art.
Finally, Kekeland also offers a beautiful live music venue called Kami Lounge that seems to be active: at the entrance you can find useful references related to the programming of musical events.
Unfortunately, there do not appear to be any groups that are entitled to join. I have not even found Flickr groups dedicated to photography of this beautiful destination; I believe that traffic and popularity are not the primary purposes of the region’s owner, Belle des Champs (Bridget.Genna).
Nature and landscape lovers will find in Kekeland a wonderful place to spend some free time in absolute relaxation.
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