Find the Building: Solve the Clues & Show the Map!

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The forum discussion revolves around a game where participants provide clues to identify specific buildings or landmarks, followed by sharing Google Maps images of the locations. Key examples include the Chesterton Windmill in Warwickshire, England, and Jackson Square in New Orleans, Louisiana. The clues are often cryptic and require lateral thinking, making the game both challenging and engaging. Participants actively contribute by guessing locations based on the clues provided, fostering a collaborative and fun atmosphere.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of geographical landmarks and their significance.
  • Familiarity with Google Maps for locating places.
  • Ability to interpret cryptic clues and riddles.
  • Knowledge of cultural references related to various cities.
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  • Research the history and significance of the Chesterton Windmill.
  • Explore the cultural landmarks of New Orleans, focusing on Jackson Square.
  • Learn about the architectural styles of notable buildings in Warwickshire.
  • Investigate the role of riddles and puzzles in enhancing problem-solving skills.
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This discussion is beneficial for puzzle enthusiasts, geography buffs, educators looking to incorporate fun learning methods, and anyone interested in cultural landmarks and their histories.

  • #901
tionis said:
Pancho Villa is not relevant. The state is correct, now look for a town.
Sorry, I'm stuck; I can't find enough information in the clue to progress any further. More clues?
 
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  • #902
Is it where your life begins ?
 
  • #903
Jonathan Scott said:
Sorry, I'm stuck; I can't find enough information in the clue to progress any further. More clues?

Though I wandered high and mighty
And I'm older than the earth
In this humble little town
my remains were brought to rest

Pepper Mint said:
Is it where your life begins ?

Actually, it is where my life ended. See above.
 
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  • #904
tionis said:
Though I wandered high and mighty
And I'm older than the earth
In this humble little town
my remains were brought to rest
OK, that made it easy, thanks, especially in conjunction with the first clue. Busy right now so I'll let others have a go, but might answer later.
 
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  • #905
Jonathan Scott said:
OK, that made it easy, thanks, especially in conjunction with the first clue. Busy right now so I'll let others have a go, but might answer later.
Take your time. The obvious choice may not be correct anyways. :wink:
 
  • #906
I think I've spotted where it all ended ...
 
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  • #907
Jonathan Scott said:
I think I've spotted where it all ended ...
Do tell.
 
  • #908
tionis said:
Do tell.
Didn't I just do that?
 
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  • #909
Jonathan Scott said:
Didn't I just do that?
Where?
 
  • #910
tionis said:
Where?
Jonathan Scott said:
I think I've spotted where it all ended ...
Or is that wrong?
 
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  • #911
Jonathan Scott said:
Or is that wrong?
lol Very clever! You are indeed correct, Sir. :partytime:
 
  • #912
tionis said:
lol Very clever! You are indeed correct, Sir. :partytime:
But now you've tricked me into giving away the actual answer, so I'll have to find time to think of something!
(The reference is of course to the Allende meteorite which broke up in the area of the small town of Allende, Chihuahua state, Mexico).
 
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  • #913
Jonathan Scott said:
But now you've tricked me into giving away the actual answer, so I'll have to find time to think of something!
(The reference is of course to the Allende meteorite which broke up in the area of the small town of Allende, Chihuahua state, Mexico).
lol Well played.
 
  • #914
Home is where your horses are stabled; without that, some topical prizes might never have happened. Where is that home?
 
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  • #915
Jonathan Scott said:
Home is where your horses are stabled; without that, some topical prizes might never have happened. Where is that home?
The UK!
 
  • #916
tionis said:
The UK!
Sorry, not in this case!
 
  • #917
Jonathan Scott said:
Sorry, not in this case!
Kentucky!
 
  • #918
tionis said:
Kentucky!
No, and I'll clarify that the prizes do not relate in any way to the horses!
 
  • #919
Jonathan Scott said:
Home is where your horses are stabled; without that, some topical prizes might never have happened. Where is that home?

Do you need to be a laureate to figure out this riddle? :smile:
 
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  • #920
collinsmark said:
Do you need to be a laureate to figure out this riddle? :smile:
You're on the right track.
 
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  • #921
Stockholm!
 
  • #922
tionis said:
Stockholm!
No, but a lot closer now.
 
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  • #923
I'm drawing a blank, Scott. A clue might be in order.
 
  • #924
It shouldn't be difficult; it's fairly obvious who I'm referring to, and his legal home wasn't in Stockholm.
 
  • #925
Could it be Alfred Nobel's house in Paris, France?

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It did have stables for his "fine Russian horses." (reference: https://www.nobelprize.org/alfred_nobel/biographical/articles/malakoff/)

The hint to the "topical prizes," would of course be a reference to the Nobel Prize.

Obligatory map link: https://www.google.com/maps/place/7...6d9e12f71e392f9d!8m2!3d48.8685935!4d2.2859566
https://www.google.com/maps/place/7...6d9e12f71e392f9d!8m2!3d48.8685935!4d2.2859566

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  • #926
collinsmark said:
Could it be Alfred Nobel's house in Paris, France?
Assuming my information is correct, you're not quite there yet. If that had been his legal home when he died, the prizes might never have happened.
 
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  • #927
Villa Nobel Sanremo Italy!
 
  • #928
tionis said:
Villa Nobel Sanremo Italy!
No, that's where he was living when he died, but not where his legal home was for purposes of his famous will.
 
  • #929
Hmm. Here's a link to his will:

https://www.nobelprize.org/alfred_nobel/will/will-full.html

which contains this passage,

At the present time, my property consists in part of real estate in Paris and San Remo, and in part of securities deposited as follows: with The Union Bank of Scotland Ltd in Glasgow and London, Le Crédit Lyonnais, Comptoir National d'Escompte, and with Alphen Messin & Co. in Paris; with the stockbroker M.V. Peter of Banque Transatlantique, also in Paris; with Direction der Disconto Gesellschaft and Joseph Goldschmidt & Cie, Berlin; with the Russian Central Bank, and with Mr Emanuel Nobel in Petersburg; with Skandinaviska Kredit Aktiebolaget in Gothenburg and Stockholm, and in my strong-box at 59, Avenue Malakoff, Paris; further to this are accounts receivable, patents, patent fees or so-called royalties etc. in connection with which my Executors will find full information in my papers and books.
​
So if it's not Paris or San Remo, then I'm left scratching my head.
 
  • #930
The point of the puzzle is that his "legal home" for purposes of his will was neither of his actual homes, and if it had been then it is unlikely that his will would have been carried out. It shouldn't take much Googling to find out more about that.
 

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