Topic: buildings
5 Ancient weapons that will still work today
December 18, 2008 by evl
The Hungu Munga, also used on in the series buffy the vampire slayer. They dont make blades like this anymore. This particular weapon was used in upper Africa, still is used today in some places. Its thrown into the enemy and basically slices into him and causes real bad damage.
The ballista is a amazing piece of technology for the time it was made. Comparing it to some of today's arrow shooting weapons this thing can shoot through a car. The arrow heads are massive. Might be a mission to carry around though.
The all famous Catapult. How many weapons do you know of today that can shoot a metal ball as far as this thing. Well not many you can build yourself. This is one of the best ancient weapons. Also might be a bit heavy to carry around.
This thing is crazy. Looks like a lazy piece of wood but can make a dent in a modern day armored vehicle. Was on boats as well. Just think of the hole this can make in a boat.
This is called a caltrope and is still used today. It varies in sizes and was also used as anti tank devices in World War 2. Today small versions are still used to stop and puncture the wheels of cars. Might also be known as a Spike trip
Strand Beach and Fireworks
December 2, 2008 by evl
I love the colors of the buildings and the red sky. This was on guy fawks when people went crazy with the fireworks. The entire Helderberg a noise with fireworks.
Restoring a old building, Spier
December 2, 2008 by evl
Here's one of the oldest buildings in Stellenbosch being restored. Actually, i dont know if its one of the oldest buildings but it dates back to 1822 and is located at the Spier
Helicopter lift off in Cape Town
December 2, 2008 by evl
I love capturing moving airplanes and helicopters. I got this one when he lifter off. This is also at the V A waterfront where people go for helicopter tours of Cape Town. I would love to go on one of those tours but I think it's to expensive for a few minutes in the air. I'd much rather use the money and build my own flying machine.
Dirty water next to Environmental affairs
December 2, 2008 by evl
This water was so gross, one would think that because its next to environmental affairs in Cape Town they would do a bit of hassle and clean it up. What bad image does this give of the people who are supposed to look after nature and the environment but cant even keep the filth out of the water next to the building.