foversta
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Lovers' bridge
I start to understand now the idea behind the watch by Van Cleef & Arpels:
A bridge is a true symbol of love! The proof in Köln: the Hohenzollern bridge is used by couples from any place in the world as a support for the padlocks which are used to seal their love...
Of course, this kind of scene can be seen in a lot of cities but I've never seen so many padlocks! I wonder if they are able to find again their own ones!
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Lovers' bridge
I start to understand now the idea behind the watch by Van Cleef & Arpels: A bridge is a true symbol of love! The proof in Köln: the Hohenzollern bridge is used by couples from any place in the world as a support for the padlocks which are used to seal th...
Amazing...
has this just happened by chance when a few people started it, or was this planned..? I love the symbolism in it...but I bet the local hardwear shop is doing well Yours, Andy.
That's such an interesting tradition...
...and becomes an incredible piece of authentic folk art.
The truly romantic...
The truly romantic would do something awful. The symbolize their eternal affection, they'd probably throw their keys off the bridge where they'd never be found. The awful part is all the litter of keys there would be.
Charming idea
foversta, This is an awesome post. I wonder which is the oldest lock? My favorite is the fish... Cool, Helen
How romantic!
Where's yours, Fr.Xavier!? The shots with a cathedral in the background are lovely! Cheers, Daos
I first saw this in Italy
It was a phenomenon completely alien to me. There were even a pair of locks INSIDE the dome of the Duomo, which I assume caused a heavy debt at next confession. I've never found out why people do it, or where it started... Any history for a poor purist fr...
Makes you want to go to Klon
With a padlock of course to show you woman how much you love. Very neat bridge. Thanks for sharing. Best regards, George
it looks like a good thing to lock your girlfriend too when you dump her
cynical head on tonight G
