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Aircraft (1 file)

PMR-D13095
England, Essex, Stansted: G-UKTI Fokker 50 (c/n 20279) of Air UK (with G-UKFD Fokker 100 behind) at London's Stansted airport.
Keywords: aeroplane, air transport, aircraft, airliner, airplane, aviation

Hong Kong pictures 1958 (3 files)

PMR.HK-34
Hong Kong 1958: view of Aberdeen fishing village and sampans from Aplichau Island. Behind, a Chinese graveyard on the mountainside, and hotels on the top.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.HK-33
Hong Kong 1958: view of Aberdeen fishing village and sampans from Aplichau Island. Behind, a Chinese graveyard on the mountainside, and hotels on the top.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.HK-30
Hong Kong 1958: sampans in Aberdeen fishing village with a forest of junk masts behind.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

Penang pictures 1959 (2 files)

PMR.PN-08
Malaya, Penang Island 1959: view over Georgetown with straits and mainland behind.
Keywords: British colonies, Far East, tropics, island, historic, nostalgia

PMR.PN-07
Malaya, Penang Island 1959: view over Georgetown with straits and mainland behind.
Keywords: British colonies, Far East, tropics, island, historic, nostalgia

Singapore pictures 1958-9 (1 file)

PMR.SP-04
Singapore 1958: Queen Elizabeth Walk, laid out for the queen's coronation, with ships in Singapore Roads behind. (Now inland, due to reclaimed areas of land).
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

Travel (423 files)

PMR-D13392
Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: clocktower and facade of the town hall, with Byzantine fortification on a hilltop behind.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D13374
Greece, Island of Symi: shops on the quayside with small boat moorings. Some of the classical facades visible on the hillside behind.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts

PMR-D13373
Greece, Island of Symi: inner harbour with yacht moorings and barren hillside behind.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts

PMR141-06
Italy, Piedmonte, Pallanza on Lago Maggiore: view of the bay with fishing boats, the town behind with mountains in the background. Italy, Piedmonte, Pallanza on Lago Maggiore: view of the bay with fishing boats, the town behind with mountains in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, boats, moorings, village

PMR-D12841
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. A neatly-built turret on the side of the Red Tower (Roter Turm), with the "Nürnberger Türmchen" on the corner of the bastion, behind.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub

PMR-D12832
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. View towards the market place, with the towers of the parish church behind.
Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub

PMR131-01
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bayreuth: statue of Maximilian I in the courtyard of the old palace, with the tower of the palace church (Schlosskirche) behind. Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bayreuth: statue of Maximilian I in the courtyard of the old palace, with the tower of the palace church (Schlosskirche) behind.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Baroque, monument, historic

PMR129-08
France, Cote d'Azur, Marseilles: memorial to the Far Eastern Troops on the President J.F. Kennedy Corniche, with the offshore islands visible behind.
Keywords: Mediterranean, monument, war memorial, arch

PMR125-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle from his birthplace, Hohenschwangau Castle, with the Tegelberg mountain behind.
Keywords: alpine, cliff, fairytale castle, turrets, towers, crags, Fussen, architecture, picturesque, landscape

PMR123-01
Upper Austria, Salzkammergut: Gmunden on Lake Traun with Traunstein Mountain behind, and the Castle of Orth standing on a tiny island.
Keywords: picturesque, boats, moorings, alpine

PMR121-12
Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: River Salzach and the Rudolfskai (Rudolph Quay) with Hohensalzburg Fortress on its hill behind.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, rooftops, Mozart, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture

PMR120-08
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: Scherenberg Gate with St. Killian's Tower behind. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia

PMR120-07
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: view to the north-east from the Marianberg, with the old bridge and weir, St. Burkard's Romanesque Basilica in the foreground, and behind (left to right): the Marienkapelle, Stift Haug (Baroque, 1691, by Petrini), Neumunster (with cupola, 11th century Romanesque Basilica with Baroque facade) and the Cathedral.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic, panorama

PMR117-10
Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the Town Hall, the front built in Renaissance style (16th century), and behind the Gothic part (13th century) with its 60-metre belltower.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables

PMR114-03
Italy, Emilia-Romagna, Rimini: Piazza Cavour with marble fountain dated 1543 recording the visit of Leonardo da Vinci in 1502. Right: bronze statue of Pope Paul V (1611). Behind: Palazzo d'Arengo built 1204-7. Italy, Emilia-Romagna, Rimini: Piazza Cavour with marble fountain dated 1543 recording the visit of Leonardo da Vinci in 1502. Right: bronze statue of Pope Paul V (1611). Behind: Palazzo d'Arengo built 1204-7.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, antiquity, palace, monument

PMR109-02
Egypt, Thebes: Valley of the Kings: entrance to the tomb of Ramesses III. Behind is the pyramid-shaped Theban mountain, under which the kings wished their tombs to lie.
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture

PMR109-01
Egypt, Thebes: Valley of the Kings: entrance to the tomb of Tutankhamun, and, directly behind, entrance to the tomb of Ramesses VI.
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture

PMR108-08
Egypt, River Nile: felucca "Nasser" coming up astern, with the sun behind.
Keywords: culture, sailing boats, dhows

PMR098-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Nymphenburg Palace and Gardens: view of the gardens behind the palace, with stone balustrade and gilded lantern.
Keywords: München, magnificence, splendour, pomp, Schloss Nymphenburg, Wittelsbach Family, formal gardens, parkland, flowerbeds, colourful

PMR091-07
Austria, Vienna: allegorical figures on the Fountain of Athene, before the Parliament Building:
Above: law making and administration
Below: river gods Elbe and Moldau (left) and Donau (Danube) and Inn (behind). In the background the famous Burg Theatre can be seen.
Keywords: capital, city, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis, culture, sculpture, monument, art

PMR090-07
Austria, Vienna: Maria Theresia Monument in Maria-Theresien-Platz. Behind is the facade and dome of the Museum of Fine Arts.
Keywords: capital, city, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis, culture, memorial, art gallery

PMR088-04
Italy, Tuscany, Florence/Firenze: the Baptistry of St. John the Baptist, built in a well-balanced Romanesque style from the late 11th century, with the cathedral behind.
Keywords: Romanesque architecture, national heritage, religious buildings

PMR086-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Wittelsbacherplatz with the Palais Ludwig Ferdinand (F.X. Widmann 1822) behind, now the administrative headquarters of the Siemens Group. In the foreground is the equestrian statue of Maximilian I, Elector of Bavaria.
Keywords: München, architecture, historic, monument, bronze figure, square, place

PMR086-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: symbol of the land, the Bavaria figure, designed by Ludwig Schwanthaler and cast in bronze in 1844-50, with the Hall of Fame, by Leo von Klenze, behind
Keywords: München, architecture, historic, landmark, monument, heritage, neo-classical

PMR086-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: symbol of the land, the Bavaria figure, designed by Ludwig Schwanthaler and cast in bronze in 1844-50, with the Hall of Fame behind
Keywords: München, architecture, historic, landmark, monument, heritage

PMR086-03
Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Town Hall (Rathaus), the front part in Renaissance style with arcades with the original Gothic building with 60m belltower from 13th century, behind
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, gables

PMR085-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle from the Tegelberg, with Hohenschwangau Castle behind on the Alpsee and the Alps as backdrop. Germany's tourist attraction number 1.
Keywords: alpine, cliff, fairytale castle, turrets, towers, crags, Fussen, colourful, autumn foliage, architecture, picturesque, landscape

PMR084-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: artistic, carved drinking fountain with Tegelberg Mountains behind and trees in autumn glory
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, Allgau, alpine, Alps

PMR082-01
Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: "Beim Tiergärtnertor", a pedestrian zone, with the Albrecht Dürer House behind (centre) and the figure of St. George on the Pilatus House (right). Pavement café in the foreground.
Keywords: Nürnberg, timber-framed buildings, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town

PMR080-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: enjoying the sunshine near the Richard Strauss fountain in the pedestrian zone with the facade of the Alte Akademie, the former Jesuit College, behind
Keywords: München, architecture, historic, composer, music, opera

PMR080-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: equestrian statue of King Ludwig I in Odeonsplatz with the Leuchtenberg-Palais behind on the right
Keywords: München, architecture, historic, monument, bronze figure

PMR066-09
Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: empty deck chairs at the top of the skilift with the Kitzbuhel Alps behind
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow

PMR063-08
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: cannon guarding the Castle of Good Hope, built 1666, with Table Mountain behind
Keywords: union flag, gardens, flowerbeds, historic, colourful, fortifications, defence

PMR063-07
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: street market in Grand Parade in front of the City Hall, with Table Mountain behind
Keywords: street scene, trading, stalls, cloth sales

PMR049-12
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart: statue of Schiller in the Schillerplatz with the Old Chancery (16th century) behind
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, monuments, columns, main square, bronze figure

PMR049-11
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart: fountain and Jubilee Column surmounted by the goddess Concordia (1841) in the Schlossplatz with the Old Castle behind
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, monuments, columns, main square

PMR048-08
Poland, Warsaw: one of the horse carriages which offer tours of the "new town" with an unusual frescoed house behind
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, cobblestones

PMR-D12259
England, Kent, Dover: P&O Ferry "Spirit of France", gross tonnage 47,592 gt., built in 2012, arriving after Channel crossing, with the white cliffs of Dover behind.
Keywords: boat, cargo, English Channel, marine, ro-ro, ship, transport

PMR-D12258
England, Kent, Dover: DFDS Ferry "Dunkerque Seaway", gross tonnage 35,923 gt., built in year 2005, arriving after Channel crossing, with the white cliffs of Dover behind.
Keywords: boat, cargo, English Channel, marine, ro-ro, ship, transport

PMR-D12257
England, Kent, Dover: P&O Ferry "Spirit of France", and DFDS Ferry "Dunkerque Seaway", arriving after Channel crossing, with the white cliffs of Dover behind.
Keywords: boat, cargo, English Channel, marine, ro-ro, ship, transport

PMR-D11848
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): children playing in the water of the fountain in the old fish market. Behind is the Gothic-Baroque gable of the Rathaus (Town Hall).
Keywords: architecture, Baroque, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11836
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): a traditional gaff-rigged Baltic cutter, in full sail, with the skyline of Stralsund behind.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, sailing boat, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11835
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): a traditional gaff-rigged Baltic cutter, in full sail, with the skyline of Stralsund and church of St. Nicholas, behind.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, sailing boat, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11832
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the skyline from the sea, with the church of St. Nicholas behind a number of brick-built trading warehouses.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11826
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): bridges to the island of Rügen: in the vorground the old Rügendamm and behind the new bridge with its 128-metre high pylon, opened in 2007.
Keywords: architecture, culture, engineering, Hanseatic League, heritage, steel construction, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11492
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kanoni: the convent of Panagia Vlahernon on Vlaherna Island can be reached by walking along the jetty. Behind is Mouse Island (Pondikonisi) with a tiny Byzantine chapel, reachable by boat in ca. 4 minutes.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historic, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11231
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: cupolas of a Greek Orthodox church, almost hidden behind the trees.
Keywords: colourful, heritage, picturesque, resort

PMR-D10570
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: the gilded figure of Maria on her column has been at the centre of Marienplatz since 1638. Behind is the Glockenspiel (carillon) on the facade of the New Town Hall. The lower scene recalls the coopers who danced through the city during the Plague to encourage the burghers, while the upper scene represents the marriage of Duke Wilhelm V to Renate of Lorraine in 1568. Above, the cock crows at the completion of the performance.
Keywords: architecture, tourist attraction, musical bells, colourful, historical, mediaeval, national heritage

PMR425-04
Madeira, Funchal: Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro ("Blandy's Garden") - Amaryllis flowers with giant Crassula behind. Madeira, Funchal: Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro ("Blandy's Garden") - Amaryllis flowers with giant Crassula behind.
Keywords: island, horticulture, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical

PMR-D9030
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego: the Rotel bus, behind a carpet of white chrysanthemum daisies.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Patagonia, flowers, colourful, Rolling Hotel

PMR-D8173
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Colourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen), with St. Mary's Church behind.
Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D7988
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: the mediaeval Scherenberg Gate originally commanded a drawbridge. St. Killian's Tower behind. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: defence, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications

PMR-D7966
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: the north-west corner with Killian's Tower behind. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D7608
Morocco, Essaouira: fishing boats in the harbour basin, with the harbour fortifications and Genoese-built citadel behind.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, historic, national heritage, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D7420
Morocco, Fez: panoramic view from the Burj Sud of the medina of Fez el Bali with the minarets of the Kaiarouine Mosque and the Zaouira Moulay Idriss II (behind) where he is buried.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D6826
Ireland, County Kerry, Valentia Island: lighthouse marking the entrance to Valentia Harbour, with colourful montbretia flowers in the foreground and Killelan Mountain behind.
Keywords: picturesque, Valencia, Crocosmia, wild flowers, botany

PMR-D6650
Northern Ireland, Belfast: one of the wings of Crumlin Road Gaol, opened in 1846, where many terrorists ended up. It closed its doors finally in 1996.
Keywords: prison, gaol, jail, behind bars, detention, sentencing, incarceration, capital city

PMR-D6648
Northern Ireland, Belfast: interior of Crumlin Road Gaol, opened in 1846, where many terrorists ended up. It closed its doors finally in 1996.
Keywords: prison, gaol, jail, behind bars, detention, sentencing, incarceration, capital city

PMR-D6647
Northern Ireland, Belfast: entrance to Crumlin Road Gaol, designed by Charles Lanyon and opened in 1846, where many terrorists ended up. It closed its doors finally in 1996.
Keywords: prison, gaol, jail, behind bars, detention, sentencing, incarceration, capital city, architecture

PMR-D6577
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: Daniel O'Connell Monument at the end of O'Connell Street, often regarded as the centre of the city. Behind, the 120-metre-high stainless steel Spire devised by London architect, Ian Ritchie. Said to be the tallest sculpture in the world.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, capital city, architecture, sculpture

PMR-D6526
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the stone church known as "Kevin's Kitchen", with the 33-metre round tower behind.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval

PMR-D6410
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: a picturesque old timber-frame house, with the tower of the Petruskirche (St. Peter's Church) behind.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6188
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the former Jesuit grammar school (yellow building) is now the town museum. Behind, the Church of the Holy Cross, of the former Jesuit college.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6178
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: open air cafe with the former salt warehouse behind. Salt was a principal source of the town's wealth.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR-D6038
Oman, Muscat: fountain and falaj (water channel) in the gardens of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, with the entrance and dome of the prayer hall behind.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship, marble

PMR-D5818
Oman, Nakhal: the "keep" and outer walls of Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times, with Jebel Nakhal, a spur of the Western Hajar mountains, behind.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications

PMR-D5817
Oman, Nakhal: view of the town and its mosque from the walls of the fortress, with Jebel Nakhal, a spur of the Western Hajar mountains, behind.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis

PMR-D5802
Oman, Muscat: minaret of the blue-tiled Al Khor Mosque, with the restored Mirani Fort behind, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, fortress, defence

PMR-D5416
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the village with Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres) behind, from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D5734
Turkey, Marmoris: yachts and pleasure cruise boats moored on the quayside, with the town rising behind.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, culture

PMR-D5328
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Shakh-i-Zinda necropolis, showing the facade and iwan of the street entrance, with the domes of the mausoleums ascending the hill behind.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5225
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the Mukhamed Rakhim-kahn Medrasa, with the minaret of the Juma Mosque behind, seen from the watchtower of the Kohna Ark.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5160
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the madrasa in the courtyard of Po-i-Kalyan Mosque complex, with flanking blue tiled domes of the Mir-i-Arab madrasa behind.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D4978
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: view of the spacious main square with the Id Kah mosque on the far side and Wustanbowie (Millennium Old Street) behind, where numerous shops selling local handicrafts are to be found.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4709
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: fishing boats with outriggers, with stilt houses facing on to the main road, Del Rosario Street behind.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, Visayas

PMR-D4622
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: riverfront promenade with palm trees and flags, and Sisowath Quay (Road) behind.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, street scene, picturesque

PMR-D4420
The Philippines, Samar Island: local outrigger trading boat, with dense jungle vegetation on the river bank, behind.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, lush, verdant, outrigger, boat

PMR-D4196
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Marmaris: statue of a young girl on the quay, with crowded moorings behind.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, monument, sculpture

PMR-D4188
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the jetty and harbourmaster's office, with the mosque and minaret behind.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, yachts, port, moorings

PMR-D4183
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the jetty, crowded with small boats, with yacht basin behind.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, port, moorings

PMR-D4182
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the jetty, crowded with small boats, with the mosque and minaret behind.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, yachts, port, moorings

PMR-D4133
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Shopping street, behind the east-west stoa.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D2848
Greece, Island of Rhodes: view of the old city walls and moat with the Gate d'Amboise and Palace of the Grand Master behind.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2827
Greece, Island of Rhodes: three windmills (ca. 15th century) standing on the mole of Mandraki Harbour. The mountains behind are on the Turkish mainland.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2776
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
Remains of several units in situ, with a larger one behind.
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D1190
People's Republic of China, Tibet: houses on the High Plateau, with snow-covered mountains behind.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1083
Qatar, Doha: dhow, with old Doha skyline behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1082
Qatar, Doha: Dhow Harbour with the Museum of Islamic Art behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1067
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful fishing boats in the harbour, with the look-out tower behind.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D0984
Myanmar, Bagan: hilly landscape with zedi behind Mount Popa, with monkeys in the foreground.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0901
Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: neglected old zedi and temple behind Htilaingshin Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0864
Myanmar, Mandalay: an ogre king, with his army behind him, making obeisance in the Sanda Muhki shrine on the top of Mandalay Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0767
Cyprus (North), Kantara: Barbican and entrance gate of mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle, with Kyrenia mountain range behind.
Keywords: Mediterranean, Byzantine, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortress defance, ruin

PMR-D0588
Laos, Vientiane: statue of King Setthathitath, founder of Pha That Luang in 1566 (visible behind). It is the largest and most important stupa in Laos.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful. Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0533
Cyprus, Omodos, in the Tröodos Mountains: ginger tomcat behind a terracotta wine tun.
Keywords: cat, pet, feline, animal

PMR-D0491
Turkey, Marmoris: approaching the jetty from the sea, with moored yachts, and steep, wooded hills behind.
Keywords: island hopping, yachting centre, port, harbour, holiday resort

PMR-D0490
Turkey, Marmoris: approaching the moorings from the sea, with the castle in the background flying the Turkish flag, and steep, wooded hills behind.
Keywords: island hopping, yachting centre, port, harbour, holiday resort

PMR-D0481
Greece, Island of Symi: small craft in the harbour basin of Symi port, with the harbour-master's office behind.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0214
Austria, Tyrol, Eng: part of the hamlet of Eng, at the end of the Riss Valley, which is occupied only in the summer, with the Wendelstein Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D0165
Germany, Upper Bavaria: wooden chalets, half-buried in a new fall of snow at Spitzingsee with snow-covered Alps behind.
Keywords: alpine, cold, snow, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0164
Germany, Upper Bavaria: snow-covered landscape at Spitzingsee in winter 2008 with Alps behind.
Keywords: alpine, cold, snow, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0163
Germany, Upper Bavaria: skiing at Spitzingsee in winter 2008 with snow-covered Alps behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, cold

PMR-D0162
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: cross-country skiing (Langlauf) on prepared pistes, with the Wetterstein Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, activities, cold, snow, winter sports, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D0148
England, Wiltshire, Bath: the Great Bath, part of the complex belonging to the Roman Baths, whose mineral waters are said to be beneficial, Above ground level the buildings are from the 19th century. Towers of the Abbey Church behind.
Keywords: architecture, bathing, heritage, mineral springs, mineral baths, spa, Roman ruins, historic

PMR365-09
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: facades of the entire main street with the River Salzach and the bridge to Austria behind. As seen from the castle.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR365-01
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: colourful facades on the main square, with the castle stretching along its ridge above and behind.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables

PMR361-07
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: approaching Wengen from Wengenalp, with Lauterbrunnen Valley behind.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, nature

PMR359-05
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: church tower at Unterseen with Harder Kulm rising close behind.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, architecture, geraniums

PMR359-03
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: East Interlaken and the airport, with Schynige Platte behind, and the Jungfrau range in the distance.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, panorama, aerial view

PMR359-02
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Matten, with the Lütschine Valley behind, and overlooked by the Jungfrau mountains. Aaron's Rod (Verbascum thapsus) in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, panorama, wild flowers, botany

PMR347-02
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Behind the upper facade of the Palace of the Winds, where ladies of the royal household could watch life on the street unobserved.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, imposing, gables, timber-frame, half timbered, wattle and daub, München, capital city

PMR327-04
Finland, Porvoo (in Swedish: Borga): wooden houses bordering the River Borga, with the roof of the cathedral visible on the hill behind. The town, Finland's second oldest, was founded in 1364 by Magnus Eriksson.
Keywords: culture, historic, heritage, dwellings, riverine, landscape

PMR323-06
USSR, Leningrad: Alexander Column in Palace Square with the Winter Palace behind. 47.5 metres high and cut from a single block of granite, in 1829-34, it commemorates the Russian victory over Napoleon.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, monument, imposing, St. Petersburg

PMR323-01
USSR, Leningrad: Peter and Paul Fortress: the mausoleum in the foreground is connected to the cathedral (behind) by a passageway.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, Baroque, St. Petersburg

PMR321-02
USSR, Novgorod: Pokrov Church (14th century) with the Kremlin walls behind. At the moment it is home to the restaurant "Detinets".
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR320-11
USSR, Moscow: part of the queue for MacDonalds in Pushkin Square (August 1990), with the first Coca Cola neon sign visible behind.
Keywords: metropolis, colourful, capital city, capitalism, Big Mac, hamburger, street scene

PMR314-07
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: approach to the town by the bridge over the River Altmühl, with the Baroque west front of the cathedral behind.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR313-03
Switzerland, Basel: old houses in the Peters Gasse, with St. Peters church tower behind.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR307-06
Germany, West Berlin: modern marble fountain on Kurfürstendamm in front of the split-level Europa Shopping Centre. New Kaiser Wilhelm I memorial church behind.
Keywords: architecture, art, monument, water-feature, playing water

PMR307-05
Germany, West Berlin: modern stainless steel sculpture on Tauenzianstrasse, with Kaiser Wilhelm I memorial church on the Kurfürstendamm behind.
Keywords: architecture, art, picturesque, monument, flowerbeds

PMR303-03
Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: view of the sun terrace and sun bar at the Chrislum Alm, with snow-capped Unnütz mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR235-06
Romania, Moldavia, Jacobeni: the railway and Bistrita River with snow still visible on the mountains behind.
Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, railway-track, railway-line, wooded valley

PMR294-05
Turkey, Ankara: Turks on the Atatürk Boulevard with the Cumhuriyet (National) Monument behind.
Keywords: street scene, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage

PMR287-10
Turkey, Aphrodisias: view of the stage of the amphitheatre and the surrounding countryside. The "piazza" behind the stage was laid out at the end of the 4th century AD.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR285-12
Turkey, Miletus: behind the columns of a stoa, the remains of a monument to commemorate a sea battle stand on the edge of the former harbour.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek

PMR278-02
Hungary, Budapest: equestrian statue of Ferenc Rakoczi, leader of the rebellion against the Habsburgs 1703-1711, with part of the parliament building behind.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city, monument, hero

PMR274-02
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: Japanese Pagoda, modelled on an 8th century structure in Japan. The building behind was inspired by Gosho Imperial Palace in Kyoto.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR265-01
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. View of the shell pool and four twisting, vine-encircled columns surmounted by peacocks. Italian Baroque fountain behind in the style of Vignola.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence, park, gardens, grounds

PMR263-02
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: half-timbered houses on the Burgstrasse, with steep vine-covered slopes behind.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR262-05
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: pleasure steamer on th River Mosel at Trier, with the red cliffs behind.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, Rheinland-Pfalz, tourism, river-cruisers

PMR261-03
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: view of the Electoral Palace from the gardens, with the red-brick basilica (aula palatina) of the palace of Constantine the Great, behind.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, classical

PMR258-02
Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: Drei-Seen ("Three-Lakes") ski-lift with Die Mute mountain (2395 metres) behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR257-12
Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: Längental Reservoir with Die Mute mountain behind, and snowman in the foreground (!)
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR257-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit-im-Winkl: sun worshippers at the Kammerkör Berghaus with the ski-lift up to the Steinplatte behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste, colourful

PMR251-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the "Blautopf" (Blue Pool), subterranean source of the River Blau. View from the wood above and behind the pool.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR250-12
Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. Grave of Gen. Wladislaw Anders, with approach, lined with golden cypruses, behind.
Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site

PMR233-04
Romania, Moldavia, Cimpulung Moldovenesc: view from the window of Hotel Zimbru, with synagog in the foreground, and church behind.
Keywords: colourful, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, picturesque, architecture, panorama

PMR231-12
Greece, Olympia: Exedra of Herodes Attikus with twin fountains (right), and the few remaining columns of the Temple of Hera (behind).
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, Olympic Games

PMR230-09
Greece: Mistra, a Byzantine town founded by the Franks in 1249, straggles up the hillside to the protecting fortress on the peak. Ruins of the Palace of the Despots, the rulers of Byzantine Mistra, with the snow-capped Taygetos Mountains behind.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, heritage, monument

PMR222-03
Austria, Styria, Leoben: the toll tower (1280) and the church of St. Francis Xavier (1660-5) behind the bridge over the River Mur.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, medieval, culture, colourful, architecture

PMR219-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bavarian Alps: Rotwand-Haus from Mount Rotwand (1885 metres) with Sonnwendjoch Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR219-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Spitzing: reflections of the town in Lake Spitzing, with ski-slopes behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR215-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: promenade and quay on the River Inn (formerly used in the salt trade) with St. Michael's Church and the Schaibling Tower (1481) behind.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR211-06
Israel, Akko: fishermen with nets on the jetty. Behind, the minaret and dome of the Isnan Basha Mosque (built 1806).
Keywords: harbour, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, picturesque, Acre

PMR209-04
Israel, Herodion: a hilltop fortress near Bethlehem built by Herod the Great in 39 BC as a retreat and mausoleum. In the foreground is the Great Hall of the palace, with the baths complex behind.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, fortifications, defence, picturesque, archeology, ruin, excavations

PMR206-10
Israel, Jerusalem: the Western (Wailing) Wall, with the Dome of the Rock behind, and Israeli flags in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR201-11
Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: entrance to a copper mine, possibly dating from 4000 BC, the oldest known shaft-and-gallery mines. Another behind.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR-D3926
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall. View from the tunnel which runs behind the waterfall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction

PMR-D3916
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
A lake with fountains and water lilies with densely wooded hills behind.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre

PMR-D3870
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: historic wooden houses on the main street, with wooded hills behind.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, colourful

PMR-D3869
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: historic wooden houses on the main street, with wooded hills behind.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, colourful

PMR-D3861
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: red peppers drying in the sun, behind, the rolling countryside disappearing into the mist.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, landscape, colourful

PMR-D3831
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: ricefields, with, behind, the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long.. It has 5 pavilions and 19 verandas.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam

PMR-D3580
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: historic corner shop with Wan Chang Gateway Pavilion behind.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3394
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the Mendebrunnen (fountain) in Augustusplatz, dating from the 1880s, the only survivor from pre-war times. Behind, the rebuilt Augusteum and Paulinum, home of the university.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, modern, monument, obelisk

PMR-D3393
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the Mendebrunnen (fountain) in Augustusplatz, dating from the 1880s, the only survivor from pre-war times. Behind, the rebuilt Opera House.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, modern, monument, obelisk

PMR-D3272
Germany, Saxony, Pirna: Am Markt, with the Renaissance-style Rathaus (Town Hall) originally dating back to 1485 and the belltower of St. Marien's Church behind. This was the view captured in one of Canaletto's paintings.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, clocktower, marketplace, art

PMR-D3262
Czech Republic, Cheb: late Gothic houses comprising the "Spalicek" Block in King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square, with the spires of St. Nicholas' Church behind.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger

PMR-D1612
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: allegorical statue and flower gardens, with skyscrapers behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life, colourful, architecture, monument

PMR-D1557
Nepal, Kathmandu: coronation dais in Nasal Chowk (Courtyard) of the King's Palace, with Pancha Mukhi Hanuman Tower behind.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage

PMR-D1366
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse: entance to Tashilhunpo Monastery, with prayer flags covering the mountainside behind.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1322
People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yamdrok.tso (4488m.), a dazzling turquoise lake, with the snow-covered Himalayas behind.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1321
People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yamdrok.tso (4488m.), a dazzling turquoise lake, with the snow-covered Himalayas behind.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR199-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view of the town under snow with the Alps behind, and a snow-laden fir tree in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter

PMR195-07
Austria, Tyrol: Gscholkopf near the Rofan cablecar, with Hochiss (2299 metres) and the Rofan Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR195-01
Italy, Lombardy, Sala Comacino: waterfront and landing jetties in this small village (pop: circa 600) on the shore of Lake Como, with mountains rising steeply behind.
Keywords: heritage, mediaeval, boats, architecture, Lombardia, wooded hills

PMR190-07
Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: approaching the quayside at Marina Grande, with reflections of the coloured facades in the water and cloud-shrouded mountains behind.
Keywords: steep, rocky, picturesque, colourful, heritage, architecture, moorings, photogenic, boots

PMR186-02
Hungary, Budapest: Holy Trinity Monument, erected at the time of the plague in 1713, with St. Matthew's Church behind, rebuilt in the late 19th century by Frigyes Schulek.
Keywords: traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, stone carving

PMR185-10
Hungary, Budapest: equestrian statue of Stephen I, first king of Hungary, with the Fishermen's Bastion behind, also in white marble.
Keywords: picturesque, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage

PMR183-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: horse-drawn sleigh waiting near the Rathaus (town hall) with snow-capped mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, Alps, snow, mountains, colourful

PMR181-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: display of flag waving during a performance of "Die Schutzfrau von Munnerstadt" by townsfolk from Munnerstadt, on the lakeside stage in West Park. Water cascade sculpture behind, in the lake.
Keywords: München, picturesque, historic, play, actors, tradition, thespians, outdoor theatre, colourful, costumes

PMR181-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: performance of "Die Schutzfrau von Munnerstadt" by townsfolk from Munnerstadt, on the lakeside stage in West Park. Water cascade sculpture behind, in the lake.
Keywords: München, picturesque, historic, play, actors, tradition, thespians, outdoor theatre

PMR172-10
U.S.A., New York: Brooklyn Bridge (celebrating its centenary in 1983) from the East River, with the World Trade Center behind.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise

PMR172-09
U.S.A., New York: Manhattan skyline from the East River, with South Street Museum of Historic Ships. Behind are the World Trade Center and Chase Manhattan Bank Building (end on).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise

PMR170-07
U.S.A., California, San Francisco: World War II submarine, open to visitors as a museum with a modern frigate behind; Alcatraz Island visible in San Francisco Bay.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, warships

PMR170-06
U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the fishing boat basin at Fisherman's Wharf, with tourist attractions on the quay behind, overlooked by tower blocks on the hill in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, moorings

PMR169-11
U.S.A., California, San Francisco: flea market, with the towering blocks of the Embarcadero Center behind.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city

PMR164-03
U.S.A., Utah, Zion National Park: Virgin River in Zion Canyon, with Sentinel Mountain (2181 metres) behind.
Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage

PMR154-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view on a clear day from the top of the Zugspitze (2964 metres), with Mount Waxenstein (2278 metres) in the foreground, and the Loisach Valley behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, good visibility, distant view

PMR150-09
Austria, Tyrol, Achensee: Dalfaz Hut on the Lower Alm in the Rofan Mountains, with Achensee (Lake Achen) and the Alps behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR149-06
Switzerland, Bauen on Lake Lucerne: the village church reflected in the lake with alpine peaks behind.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, mountains, Alps

PMR-D2706
Iran, Teheran, National Museum: the "Audience Scene", original centrepiece of the eastern staircase of the Apadana in Persepolis, found in the treasury, It shows the King enthroned with the crown prince behind him, and behind him a towel bearer and a weapon bearer. In front of the King stands a senior official with two guards behind him.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, exhibits, artefacts, antiquity, pre-history, bas-relief

PMR-D2700
Iran, Firuz Abad: Dezh-e Ardashir Papakan (Palace of Ardashir Papakan) was built in 224 AD under King Ardashir I in the Sassanian era. It has three domes (one collapsed), open at the top, which may have been used for fires to Zoroaster. View from the front, showing the huge iwan with three open-topped domes behind.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, castle, Zarathustra, Zoroastrianism, fire-temple, Sassanid

PMR-D2463
Iran, Pasargadae: begun in 546 BC the city of Pasargadae was superseded by Darius's Persepolis. View from Tal e-Takht, the former citadel, over the Morghab Plain with the tomb of Cyrus the Great (left) and the Zagros Mountains behind.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology

PMR-D2436
Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
Portico of the "Tachara" or Palace of Darius the Great depicting the King entering with attendants bearing a sun shade behind him.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology

PMR-D2435
Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
Southern portals of the "Hundred Columns Hall", with the tomb of Artaxerxes in the hillside behind.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology

PMR-D2422
Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
"Hundred Column Hall" with the tomb of Artaxerxes III on the hillside behind.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology

PMR-D2348
Iran, Bisotun: the towering cliffs are carved with a series of famous bas-reliefs dating from 520 BC, carried out on the orders of Darius I after his victory over the Medes. The three-language inscriptions enabled the first deciphering of the cuneiform script. *** Local Caption *** Here: the bas-relief of Ardashir II, receiving the ring of Kingship from Ahuramazda (right). Behind the king is Mithras standing on a lotus flower. Beneath their feet is the body of defeated Roman Emperor Julian.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, UNESCO, historic, heritage, antiquity, archeology, Sassanids, Persian Empire

PMR548-04
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: colourful underpass under Sheikh Zayed Road, with new apartment blocks behind. United Arab Emirates, Dubai: colourful underpass under Sheikh Zayed Road, with new apartment blocks behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, Islamic architecture, desert state, irrigation, blooming desert

PMR-D2131
Oman, Muscat: golden water pitchers form a fountain on one of the traffic roundabouts near Al Riyan Park with the stark mountains of the desert behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2115
Oman, Muscat: blue-tiled Al Khor Mosque, with the restored Mirani Fort behind, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2100
Oman, Muscat: mosque with colourful dome and minaret on the promenade at Muttrah, with the barren mountains of the desert behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2022
Scotland, Edinburgh: Deacon Brodie's Tavern on the Royal Mile, with the former HQ of the Bank of Scotland behind.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR-D2011
Edinburgh: Princes Street Gardens with the Firth of Forth Estuary behind.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, capital city, metropolis

PMR-D1855
Austrian Tyrol: Seefelder Joch (2080m) with Mittenwald behind.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR-D1853
Austrian Tyrol: Eppzirler Alm with Erlspitze behind, from the Rosshutte.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR146K-36
Qatar, Doha: new high-rise buildings - Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, and Burj Qatar, with twin Palm Towers behind, all at West Bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-34
Qatar, Doha: Al Jassimaya Tower, with Tornado Tower behind, both at West Bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR145K-22
Myanmar, Mandalay, Amarapura: boats awaiting custom on Lake Taungthaman, with U Bein's Teak Bridge behind.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR145K-13
Myanmar, Mandalay: small shrine on Mandalay Hill with the golden zedi behind.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR144K-12
Laos, Vientiane: three identical prangs behind Wat Sidamduan Temple.
Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple

PMR487-05
Island of Crete, Iraklion: colourful fishing boats in the harbour with liner terminal behind.
Keywords: picturesque, port

PMR485-05
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: reflections of the facades "An der Untertrave" with the twin towers of the Marienkirche behind.
Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR480-06
Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: the shoreline with snowy mountains behind, a pine tree in the foreground.
Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, Rocky Mountains

PMR479-08
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: the original sandstone City Hall, dwarfed by its blue glass successor (behind).
Keywords: metropolis, architecture, colonial, skyscrapers, high rise, modern city, oil town

PMR477-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: yachts on Lake Chiem with the Alps behind, viewed from Frauen Island.
Keywords: alpine, countryside, open air, alpine scenery, landscape, mountains

PMR477-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem, was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1878, after being inspired by the French King Louis IV and the Palace of Versailles. The "Fountain of Fortune", crowned by the figure of Flora, with a river god in the foreground and the palace behind.
Keywords: architecture, allegory, sculptures, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic

PMR473-04
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century: a striking wrought-iron fence, with gallery and raised promenade behind.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, artistic, iron-working

PMR470-04
Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: Lake Bilea, lying at over 2000 metres in the clouds, with the refuge hut on a knoll behind reflected in the waters.
Keywords: picturesque, reflections, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate

PMR513-11
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: equestrian statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi in the Largo Cairoli, with Castello Sforzesco behind.
Keywords: architecture, monument, sculpture, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR513-02
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: the water lily pool in the park behind Castello Sforzesco, built under Galeazzo Visconti in 1386.
Keywords: architecture, reflections, national heritage, historic, culture, metropolis, mediaeval

PMR508-11
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Tyrol: Lake Seeben (1657 metres) with Marsh Marigolds (Caltha palustris) in the foreground and Mount Grünstein (2661 metres) behind.
Keywords: Alps, rocky peaks, snow, alpine scenery, mountains, alpine

PMR507-03
Turkey, Istanbul: traditional Turkish shoe-cleaner with his ornate brass stand. Behind, the Golden Horn, Galata Tower and ferry boats.
Keywords: entrepreneur, small business

PMR505-11
Cyprus, (North), Salamis: tracing its origins back to the 12th century BC, Salamis was by far the most famous and important ancient city of Cyprus. It was settled early by people from Mycenae, as may be seen from the burial customs. Greeks, Romans and Byzantines came and went, leaving much of archeological interest. Around the 7th century AD the city was abandoned after a series of Arab attacks and the silting-up of the harbour. Here: one of about 150 "Royal Tombs" dating from the 8th and 7th centuries BC discovered in 1957. Note the well faced stonework. Behind, over-roofed, is the largest tomb, number 3, a tumulus.
Keywords: archeology, ancient civilisation, Greek ruins, Roman ruins, Myceneans, Mycenean ruins

PMR493-06
Island of Crete, Harnia: Platia 1866 ("1866 Square") with Venetian fountain and palm trees. Statue of Kostaros K. Voludakis behind.
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, historic

PMR492-01
Island of Santorini, Perissa: larger Orthodox church with blue domes and handsome belltower; behind, Mount Profitis Ilias with monastery and defence installations.
Keywords: photogenic, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque

PMR490-11
Island of Santorini: holiday apartments with swimming pool on the northern tip of the island at Oia, with part of the tiny fishing port of Armeni below and the tip of the islet of Thirasia behind.
Keywords: photogenic, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses

PMR489-01
Island of Santorini, Fira: cruise ships anchored in the "Caldera" below Fira, with the volcanic island, Nea Kameni, behind.
Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, colourful, vista

PMR456-05
Hungary, Hortobágy: group of bronze figures in traditional dress gathered round a well near the entrance to the national park (puszta). Behind is the famous stone bridge with nine arches, built in 1830, the longest such in Hungary.
Keywords: monument, statues, picturesque, historical, heritage

PMR454-08
Austria, Styria, Eisenerz: former Town Hall, dating from the 15th century, now serves as a courthouse (Bezirksgericht), with the Alps behind.
Keywords: alpine, mediaeval, heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, mountain range

PMR453-05
Poland, Stargard: gable of the Town Hall with a tower of St. Mary's Parish Church behind.
Keywords: mediaeval, Gothic, historic, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR451-02
Latvia, Riga: statue to the "Red Latvian Marksmen". Behind (right) the Museum of Soviet Achievement awaits redevelopment.
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR447-11
Latvia, Riga: statue of the seated Jánis Rainis, national poet, with the domes of the Russian Orthodox Cathedral behind.
Keywords: city, monument, sculpture, national heritage, historic, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR444-06
Poland, Gdansk: the Big Mill, built in 14th century and the biggest mill in Europe, employing 18 waterwheels driven by the Raduni Canal, and producing 200 tons of flour a day. Still in use at the start of WWII. Behind is the tower of St. Catharine's Church, dating back to 1185.
Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, reflections, Danzig

PMR443-01
France, Paris: Fontaine des Mers in the Place de la Concorde, with the Obelisque de Louqsor behind.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, metropolis

PMR442-07
France, Paris: Artist working in Monmartre with the dome of Sacré-Coeur Basilica behind.
Keywords: capital city, Bohemia, artists' quarter, architecture, metropolis

PMR441-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: an important meteorological station on the summit of the Zugspitze (2966 metres), Germany's highest mountain, with the spectators' viewing platform behind.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, meteorology, weather station, Alps

PMR440-02
Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: the hut on the Bärenalm (1407 metres) with the Karwendel Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR439-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Urfeld on Lake Walchen: lake with the Walchensee Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR435-10
Lithuania, Kaunas: newly renovated 15/16th century houses in a corner of the "Rotuses aikste" (Town Hall Square) with the cathedral tower behind.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, heritage, historic, cobbled street, traditional houses, old quarter, photogenic

PMR538-04
Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: view from the Hohensalzburg Fortress with St. Peter's Church in the left foreground, the Cathedral right, and Franciscan Church (with narrow spire) behind. Beyond flows the River Salzach.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, rooftops, Mozart, music festival

PMR434-08
Poland, Gdansk: gabled frontages on the River Motlawa with the Green Gate and Long Quay behind.
Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR434-05
Poland, Gdansk: gables and the Big Crane on the Long Quay reflected in the waters of the River Motlawa, with the towers of St. Mary's Cathedral behind.
Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR433-03
Poland, Gdansk: the Big Mill, built in 14th century and the biggest mill in Europe, employing 18 waterwheels driven by the Raduni Canal, and producing 200 tons of flour a day. Still in use at the start of WWII. Behind is the tower of St. Catharine's Church, dating back to 1185.
Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR536-08
Syria, Damascus: the famous former treasury (Kubbat al-khazina) of the Umayyad Mosque (built 705-15 AD), standing on 8 antique columns in the courtyard, and dating from 788 AD (the mosaics have been much restored). Behind, the AL-Arous (Brides') Minaret, from the 11th century.
Keywords: architecture, artistic, national heritage, Muslim, Islam, picturesque, culture, capital city, historical, metropolis

PMR528-03
Iraq: Uruk, the city which succeeded Ur and was continuously inhabited from about 4000 BC until 500 AD, where the first writing system (cuneiform) was developed. The 9.5-kilometre-long city wall was built by King Gilgamesh and described in his Epic:
view of the excavations from the ziggurat, with the desert behind stretching through Saudi Arabia.
Keywords: Mesopotamia, desert, ruined city, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical

PMR525-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the tower of the Volksbad (swimming bath), with the towers of the Cathedral, the New Town Hall, St. Peter's Church, and the Church of the Holy Ghost, behind.
Keywords: München, skyline, winter sunshine, metropolis, traffic

PMR523-03
Italy, Sicily, Vieste: the famous chalk pillar "Pizzomunno", 25 metres high, trademark of Vieste, stands on the beach. Behind, the town huddles together on top of the chalk cliffs. The resort is on the tip of the Gargano peninsula, in Gargano National Park.
Keywords: picturesque, clean water, monolith, beach, coast, coastline, breakers, sandy

PMR523-02
Italy, Sicily, Vieste: no work for the lifeguard's boat; behind the town huddles together on top of the chalk cliffs. The resort is on the tip of the Gargano peninsula, in Gargano National Park.
Keywords: picturesque, beach, coast, coastline, breakers, sandy

PMR142K-15
Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Gothic Schöner Brunnen (Beautiful Fountain), erected 1389-96 by Heinrich Beheim in the Market Place, with the twin spires of St. Sebald's cathedral behind, and shoppers in mediaeval dress.
Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval

PMR142K-02
Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: view of the Old Mill and waterwheel with the tower of St. John's Church behind.
Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR141K-36
Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: Oberer Martktplatz (Marketplace) with half-timbered houses and the Hersbrucker Tor, the main north-east gate to the mediaeval town, behind.
Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR141K-14
Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Gothic Schöner Brunnen (Beautiful Fountain) in the Market Place, with the twin spires of St. Sebald's cathedral behind.
Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval

PMR141K-04
Greece, Island of Kos: the Asklepieion was one of the healing centres based on the cult of Asklepius, the father of all physicians. Founded about the 5th century BC, it was here that Hippocrates practised his new theories of medical healing. Here: re-erected columns of a Temple of Apollo on the second terrace, with the grand central stairway behind.
Keywords: Greek Isles, archeology, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, medecine

PMR140K-08
Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: a shady square with palm trees and oleanders; behind the Venetian-style belltower built by the Italians during the occupation in the 1930s.
Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church

PMR135K-21
Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Sükhbaatar Square: the City Hall with two modern multi-storey towers behind.
Keywords: Mongol, Chinggis Khaan, Genghis Khan, statue, monument, capital, steppe, Outer Mongolia, architecture

PMR135K-20
Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Sükhbaatar Square: the Main Post Office (left), Mongolian Stock Exchange and the City Hall, with the Bodhi Tower multi-storey block behind with its 4-storey facade blending into the architecture of the square.
Keywords: Mongol, Outer Mongolia, steppe, capital, monument, statue, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, architecture

PMR135K-19
Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Sükhbaatar Square: equestrian statue of Damdin Sükhbaatar who founded the communist state in 1921, with the colonnaded Genghis Khan monument behind.
Keywords: Mongol, Chinggis Khaan, Genghis Khan, statue, monument, capital, steppe, Outer Mongolia

PMR135K-14
Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Gandantegchinlen Khiid ("Great Place of Complete Joy"), one of Mongolia's largest and most important Buddhist monasteries. Started in 1838, it suffered under the Stalinist purges of 1937, when most other monasteries were completely demolished, but survived to resume its original purpose in 1990. It now has more than 600 monks.

This picture: a long row of brass prayer wheels behind the Golden Temple.
Keywords: Mongol, Chinggis Khaan, Genghis Khan, statue, monument, capital, steppe, Outer Mongolia

PMR134K-14
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Giessbach Falls: Grand Hotel Giessbach with the green waters of Lake Brienz behind.
Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains

PMR134K-13
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Giessbach Falls: Grand Hotel Giessbach and Lake Brienz, seen from a ledge behind the waterfall.
Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains

PMR134K-04
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Bönigen: the waterfront at Bönigen, on Lake Brienz, with the mountains behind.
Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains

PMR133K-20
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: funicular entering Schynige Platte station (2068 metres a.s.l.) with snow-capped alps behind.
Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains

PMR131K-26
Thailand, Pattaya, Mini Siam: model of Tower Bridge, with Sydney Opera House and the Eiffel Tower, behind.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR128K-14
Canada, Quebec City: autumn colours in Montmorency Park, with Chateau Frontenac behind.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape

PMR128K-08
Canada, Quebec City: Parc Montmorency, with cannons on the ramparts, and Quebec Seminary behind.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape

PMR127K-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: Aggenstein (1987 metres a.s.l.) with the Engetal Valley behind, viewed from the Breitenberg (1838 metres a.s.l.).
Keywords: alpine, spring, mountain range, pasture

PMR125K-20
Germany, Berlin: the Neptune Fountain" (1891) with the Marienkirche, Berlin's oldest church, behind.
Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city

PMR123K-22
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: footbridge over the lake in the Burj Dubai development, with high-rise blocks behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR120K-22
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Etisalat Building, crowned with a ball, on Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed al Maktoum Street, Marks and Spencer Building behind with the curving glass facade.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

PMR118K-31
Jordan: Amman, built on the site of the Roman city of Philadelphia, was originally the Ammonite city of "Rabbath-Ammon" in the 13th century BC. Modern sculptures and a classical column on the Citadel, with the modern city behind.
Keywords: Muslim, archeological excavations, ruins, Islam, Islamic, capital city, metropolis, architecture, Roman architecture, Philadelphia

PMR118K-22
Jordan: Umm Qais, in the north of the country, dates back to the 7th century BC, and was formerly called "Gadara" (cf. the "Gadarene Swine" of the Bible). Masses of yellow daisies, with the Yarmouk Valley and southern Golan Heights behind.
Keywords: Roman architecture, archeological site, national heritage, classical architecture, archeology, excavations, ruined city, Gadara

PMR113K-21
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: houses built on to the old town wall, with the parish church tower behind.
Keywords: architecture, Gothic architecture, picturesque, national heritage, historic, mediaeval, formal gardens, park, Schwaben

PMR113K-20
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: Gothic Rathaus (Townhall) from 1236, with the oriel of the Stadtzoll (Customs), behind on the left.
Keywords: architecture, Gothic architecture, picturesque, national heritage, historic, mediaeval, formal gardens, Schwaben

PMR113K-14
USA, Oregon: lagoon behind the beach, and dwellings in the trees, from Winema Wayfinding Point.
Keywords: countryside, cliffs, beach, breakers, deserted shore, coastline, rugged coast

PMR112K-24
Canada, Vancouver BC: Andy Livingstone Park, with the "Beaux-Arts" style Sun Tower (82 metres high) behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, metropolis, panorama, cityscape, architecture, art-deco, art nouveau, picturesque

PMR110K-05
France, Périgord: kitchen gardens of Chateau Castelnaud with the keep and inner curtain wall behind.
Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon, fortifications

PMR109K-29
France, Périgord: south-west bastion tower and dry moat of Chateau de Losse, dating back to 1576, with the substantial gatehouse behind.
Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon, fortifications

PMR108K-10
Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Brühlsche Terrasse with cruiseboat moorings, Cathedral and Semper Opera behind.
Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque

PMR107K-04
Peru, Lima, Miraflores: monument on the seafront, with modern hotel block behind (Callao?)
Keywords: coastal resort, holiday resort, beach, swimming, bathing

PMR105K-30
Peru, Cusco, Machu Picchu: ruins of a pre-Colombian Inca site situated 2430 metres a.s.l. on a ridge above the Urubamba River (the Inca "Sacred Valley"). Sometimes called "The Lost City of the Incas" because it was not found by the Spanish invaders. Begun in 1430 AD, it was abandoned before completion for reasons which are not yet clear. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

General view of the site from the "watchman's post", with the sacred mountain Huayna Picchu behind.
Keywords: High Andes, historic site, Quechua, Inca architecture, Qosqo, Cuzco

PMR104K-12
Peru, Departamento de Puno: flooded fields reflect the clouds, with a first glimpse of Lake Titicaca behind.
Keywords: High Andes, landscape, picturesque

PMR103K-34
Bolivia, Nuestra Senora de La Paz, at 3660 metres, the highest capital city in the world. Monument to Pedro Domingo Murillo (1757-1810), freedom fighter and native of the city, in the Plaza Murillo, with the Palacio Legislative behind.
Keywords: High Andes, architecture, street scene, square, bronze statue, Legislative Palace

PMR103K-03
Chile, Parinacota: Lauca National Park encompasses an area of 1379 square kilometres comprising altiplano, lakes and huge volcanoes. It adjoins Las Vicunas National Reserve to the south. Volcano Parinacota (6348 metres) with Pomerape (6282 metres) behind.
Keywords: High Andes, barren landscape, nature reserve

PMR099K-29
Argentina, San Miguel de Tucumán: Museo de la Industria Azucarera (Sugar Industry Museum), formerly the home of Bishop Colombres in the 18th century, traces the development of the local sugar industry. A retired steam locomotive and (behind) a steam engine in the grounds.
Keywords: sugar cane, cane crushing

PMR093K-32
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: reeds in Lake Bannwald, Allgäu, with the Tannheimer Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, pasture, mountain range, autumn, Alps, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR093K-31
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: reeds in Lake Bannwald, Allgäu, with the Tannheimer Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, pasture, mountain range, autumn, Alps, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR093K-30
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: reeds in Lake Bannwald, Allgäu, with the Tannheimer Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, pasture, mountain range, autumn, Alps, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR093K-29
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: reeds in Lake Bannwald, Allgäu, with the Tannheimer Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, pasture, mountain range, autumn, Alps, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR093K-17
Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Imperial Castle, with the Pentagonal Tower (left), Imperial Stables, and Luginsland Tower (behind).
Keywords: Nürnberg, fortress, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town

PMR093K-16
Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: "Heathens' Tower" in the Imperial Castle, with the Palas buildings behind, and a section of the city's fortified defence wall.
Keywords: Nürnberg, fortress, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town

PMR092K-24
Turkey, Gallipoli Peninsula: view of the landing beach from the ridge behind Monash Gully.
Keywords: First World War, Mustafa Kemal, Atatürk, WWI Battlefields, Memorials, Military Graves, Military Cemeteries, Battlefields, Allied landings, 25th April 1915, ANZAC, Dardanelles Campaign

PMR091K-16
Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by an earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. "Carsija" Bazaar is about one thousand years old; a typical cobbled street in the "Bitbazaar" with minaret behind and distant dome of Mustafa Pasha Mosque.
Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, street scene, picturesque, national heritage

PMR091K-14
Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by an earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. "Carsija" Bazaar is about one thousand years old; a typical cobbled street with minaret behind.
Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, street scene, picturesque, national heritage

PMR090K-13
Albania, Berat: Ottoman houses mounting the hillside give the town its pseudonym "town of a thousand windows". In the 6th century BC it was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: the bus terminus for the yellow "furgons" (minibuses) with the Orthodox Cathedral behind.
Keywords: Shqiperia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture

PMR090K-09
Albania, Berat: In the 6th century BC the town was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: a square in the old walled citadel on the hill ("Kala"), with curved-roofed Ottoman hall in the foreground, and the fortified walls and towers of the citadel behind.
Keywords: Shqiperia, Ottoman, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture

PMR085K-27
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Igelsee Lake in the Gaistal (Gais Valley) with fir trees and buttercup meadow reflected in the water and the Wetterstein Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, spring, pasture, meadow, hiking

PMR085K-26
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Igelsee Lake in the Gaistal (Gais Valley) with fir trees and buttercup meadow reflected in the water and the Wetterstein Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, hiking, meadow, pasture, spring, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR085K-25
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Igelsee Lake in the Gaistal (Gais Valley) with fir trees and buttercup meadow reflected in the water and the Wetterstein Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, hiking, meadow, pasture, spring, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR082K-30
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: snow scene on the Kramer-Plateau-Weg with Wetterstein Alps behind.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, snow scene, winter

PMR082K-29
Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: the "Seekirchl" (church) with snow-covered Härmelekopf and Reitherspitze behind.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, snow scene, winter

PMR081K-09
Tunisia, Sousse: Fountain in the medina, with the walls of the Grande Mosque behind.
Keywords: Islamic, medina, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque

PMR057K-24
Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: Snow-laden trees with the Alps behind and threatening clouds near Lake Mösern, overlooking the Inn Valley.
Keywords: Alps, winter, Tyrolean Alps, Christmas scene, fir trees, snow

PMR052K-20
Spain, Galicia, Santiago de Compostela: The cathedral, one of Catholicism's most important, stands on the site of the apostle's tomb, and dates from the 11th-13th centuries. Here, Obradoiro Square and the facade of the cloister with gallery. Behind, the Torre de Vela (Candle Tower) is visible.

PMR050K-27
Cyprus, Limassol/Lemesos: aerial view of part of the Akrotiri Peninsula with yacht harbour and salt lake behind.

PMR049K-02
Austria, Styria, Leoben: Bridge over the River Mur in Leoben, with the Maria Waasen Church and gate tower behind.
Keywords: Alps

PMR046K-20
Costa Rica, San Jose: Seated statue of Julio Asarco G. (?) with the Trianon behind, in Parque Morazan.

PMR045K-30
Panama City: Statue of Simon Bolivar, crowned by a condor, in San Felipe, with the Church of San Francisco behind.

PMR025K-21
Australia, Tasmania, Hobart: The harbour at Hobart with Mount Wellington behind.

PMR025K-20
Australia, Tasmania, Hobart: The harbour at Hobart with Mount Wellington behind.

PMR023K-01
Viet Nam, Saigon: Statue of Than Hung Dao, a warrior, on a plinth with modern multi-storey blocks behind.
Keywords: Vietnam, monument

PMR021K-27
Aftermath of opening Christmas presents: piles of gaudy wrapping paper, with Christmas tree behind.
Keywords: Xmas, season of goodwill, parcels, tinsel, presents, decorations

PMR020K-32
France, Savoy, Chamonix: Larch trees in autumn colours stretch up the mountainside, with the Savoy Alps behind.
Keywords: mountains, fall

PMR020K-31
France, Savoy, Chamonix: On the Mer de Glace, with the Aiguilles des Drus behind and autumnnal larch tree in the foreground.
Keywords: Alps, mountains, glacier

PMR020K-30
France, Savoy, Chamonix: On the Mer de Glace in front of an ice tunnel, with the Aiguilles des Drus behind.
Keywords: Alps, glacier, mountains

PMR020K-18
Austria, Tyrol, Hinterriss: Stony course of the River Riss, with the Karwendel Mountains behind.
Keywords: Alps, fall

PMR017K-15
Syria: A typical street in the old quarter of Damascus, with the dome of a new mosque visible behind.
Keywords: arab city, alleyway, narrow streets, middle east, Islam, Mohamed, muslim

PMR015K-27
Iraq, Najaf: Boat on the River Euphrates at Najaf, with date palm plantations behind.

PMR015K-04
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: The town of Lermoos with snow capped Alps behind.
Keywords: mountains, alpine scenery, snow

PMR014K-15
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Seebensee (Lake Seeben) with the Zugspitze (Germany's highest mountain) behind, and a mass of kingcups in the foreground.
Keywords: Alps, snow, mountains, Austrian Alps

PMR014K-14
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Seebensee (Lake Seeben) with the Zugspitze (Germany's highest mountain) behind.
Keywords: Alps, snow, mountains, Austrian Alps

PMR014K-13
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Seebensee (Lake Seeben) from the Coburger Hut with the Zugspitze (Germany's highest mountain) behind.
Keywords: Alps, Austrian Alps, mountains, snow, mountain lakes

PMR014K-12
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Seebensee (Lake Seeben) from the Coburger Hut with the Zugspitze (Germany's highest mountain) behind.
Keywords: Alps, Austrian Alps, mountains, snow

PMR012K-25
Cyprus (North), Famagusta: Greek "ghost city" of Varosha, isolated behind barbed wire in the Turkish sector and patrolled by U.N. soldiers. The multi storey hotels are beginning to collapse through neglect. Situated on the outskirts of Famagusta = Gazimagusa.

PMR008K-07
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt: Romanian Orthodox monk (right) in his room at Neamt Monastery with visiting Orthodox priest from Wales, with collection of icons behind.
Keywords: religion, Christian

PMR005K-13
Enjoying the autumn sunshine in the Leitzach Valley near Bayrischzell, with typical crucifix behind.
Keywords: picnic, refreshment break

PMR043K-18
Russia, St. Petersburg: Wooden sailing ship, moored on the River Neva, used as a casino, with the dome of the mosque behind.

PMR042K-22
Cyprus, Tala: Monastery of Ayiou Neofytou, founded by hermit Neofytou who lived alone in the caves in the cliff behind the monastery around 1200 AD. Here, the katholikon (church) of the monastery with its sunken garden in the courtyard.
Keywords: Orthodox monasteries

PMR042K-21
Cyprus, Tala: Monastery of Ayiou Neofytou, founded by hermit Neofytou who lived alone in the caves in the cliff behind the monastery around 1200 AD. Here, the entrance to the caves, with later added gallery and terrace.
Keywords: Orthodox monasteries

PMR042K-20
Cyprus, Tala: Monastery of Ayiou Neofytou, founded by hermit Neofytou who lived alone in the caves in the cliff behind the monastery around 1200 AD.
Keywords: Orthodox monasteries

PMR036K-26
Namibia: Romantic Duwisib Castle, built in 1907 by Hansheinrich von Wolf, as a "farmhouse". Here, the shady courtyard behind the crenellated walls.

PMR036K-05
Namibia, Luederitz: Deep sea fishing boats in the harbour, with part of the town of Luederitz behind.

PMR036K-04
Namibia, Luederitz: Coastal fishing boats in the harbour, with the modern part of Luederitz behind.

PMR035K-13
Namibia, Windhoek: The Kudu monument, a local landmark, with the high court buildings behind.

PMR035K-10
Namibia, Windhoek: German equestrian memorial to the 50,000 victims of the Herero Uprising in 1904, with the Old Fort behind, and a class of picnicking schoolchildren in front.

PMR033K-07
England, Yorkshire, Whitby: View of the harbour wall and beach, with St. Mary's Church and the ruined abbey on the hill behind.
Keywords: seaside, holidays, recuperation, holiday resort

PMR033K-04
England, Yorkshire, Whitby: View of the harbour and fishing boats, with terraces of houses behind.
Keywords: seaside, holidays, recuperation, holiday resort

PMR031K-31
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: Diffused rays of the sun in mist behind fir trees.
Keywords: bizarre light effects

PMR031K-30
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: Diffused rays of the sun in mist behind fir trees.
Keywords: bizarre light effects

PMR031K-08
Austria, Tyrol: Stream in the Leutasch Valley, with snow-covered Wetterstein Mountains behind.
Keywords: Austrian Alps, winter landscape, Alps

PMR030K-29
USA, Illinois, Chicago: River cruisers leaving Chicago River locks, with Navy Pier behind.
Keywords: sightseeing, sluices, water transport, Lake Michigan

PMR076K-10
Germany, Franconia, Nuremberg: the "Handwerkerhof", where local artisans can offer their products, with the mighty Königstor (King's Gate) behind.
Keywords: mediaeval, historic, heritage

PMR075K-33
Spain, Lanzarote: boats on the original concrete slipway, with the harbour behind, at Puerto del Carmen.
Keywords: Canary Islands, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR074K-14
Spain, Lanzarote: view of El Cuchillo from the south, with the extinct volcano, Pico de Cuchillo, behind.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, volcanic

PMR073K-36
Spain, Lanzarote, Teguise: Sunday market visitors throng the streets of traditional houses, with the tower of the parish church, San Miguel, behind.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR073K-25
Spain, Lanzarote: view of Haría from the Mirador de Haría, with extinct volcano "La Mesa" behind.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR073K-22
Spain, Lanzarote, Guinate: closer view of the harbour of Caleta del Sebo on the island of La Graciosa, and the Isla de Montana Clara behind.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, volcanic

PMR073K-21
Spain, Lanzarote, Guinate: view of the harbour of Caleta del Sebo on the island of La Graciosa with the Isla de Montana Clara behind and the Salinas del Rio (saltpans) far below.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, volcanic

PMR072K-12
Sweden, Gothenburg: Statue of King Gustav II Adolf in Gustav Adolf Square, Gothenburg, with the Commodity Exchange Building behind, built 1844-9 to the plans of Johan Ekmans.
Keywords: architecture, monuments

PMR071K-23
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view from the summit of the Zugspitze (2962 metres), Germany's highest mountain. Here: the summit cross, with a panorama of Austrian alps behind.
Keywords: mountains, nature, Alps, alpine, panorama, good visibility, mountain peaks, Wetterstein Mountains

PMR067K-18
Austria, Tyrol: Summit house on Mount Marienberg (1796 metres) with Mount Grünstein (2661 metres) behind, not far from Lermoos in Tyrol.
Keywords: Alps, alpine landscape, mountain track, alpine meadows

PMR066K-29
Germany. Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: In winter 2005/6 the Königssee at Berchtesgaden froze over, a very unusual circumstance, and people were able to walk the length of the lake to the well known chapel of St. Bartholomä. Here, the snow-covered chapel with the mountains behind.
Keywords: winter, ice, frozen lake, snow, Alps, mountains

PMR066K-25
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: In winter 2005/6 the Königssee at Berchtesgaden froze over, a very unusual circumstance, and people were able to walk the length of the lake to the well known chapel of St. Bartholomä. Here, Red Deer have come to a feeding point at the edge of the forest, behind the chapel.
Keywords: winter, ice, frozen lake, snow, Alps, mountains, wild animals, stags, antlers

PMR066K-24
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: In winter 2005/6 the Königssee at Berchtesgaden froze over, a very unusual circumstance, and people were able to walk the length of the lake to the well known chapel of St. Bartholomä. Here, Red Deer have come to a feeding point at the edge of the forest, behind the chapel.
Keywords: winter, ice, frozen lake, snow, Alps, mountains, wild animals, stags, antlers

PMR065K-28
Germany, Bavaria, Regensburg: pleasure boats on the River Altmühl, with the Befreiungshalle (Hall of Freedom) on the hill behind and canoists in the foreground.
Keywords: canoing, water sports

PMR065K-26
Germany, Franconia, Essing: Reflections of houses in the River Altmühl in the Altmühl Valley, with a ruined castle on the cliffs behind.

PMR065K-25
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Geschwandt: The hamlet of Geschwandt, surrounded by autumn foliage, with the Karwendel Mountains behind.
Keywords: Alps, Bavarian Alps

PMR065K-18
Austria, Tyrol, Bieberwier: The Waldhaus Hostelry, with the Mieminger mountains behind.
Keywords: Alps, Tyrolean Alps

PMR065K-03
Bulgaria, Melnik: traditional houses with overhanging upper storeys, and sandstone cliffs rising behind.

PMR064K-32
Bulgaria, Melnik: Upper end of the village of Melnik, with towering sandstone cliffs behind the buildings.

PMR063K-13
Bulgaria, Veliko Tarnovo, Preobrashenski Monastery: belltower, frescoes and fallen boulder in the foreground, with towering cliffs behind.

PMR063K-12
Bulgaria, Veliko Tarnovo: The entry porch to Preobrashenski Monastery, with towering cliffs behind.

PMR062K-06
Bulgaria: Veliko Tarnovo, the first capital of Bulgaria from 1187. The site was previously used by the Thracians and then the Romans before the Bulgarians came, and is virtually surrounded by a loop of the River Yantra. Here, the Assen quarter, with footbridge over the River Yantra, and the newly renovated Sveti Dimitar Solunski Church behind.

PMR424-10
Germany, Saxony, Dresden: pleasure cruisers moored at the jetty on the Elbe with the Brühlsche Terrace, Museum and Art Gallery behind.
Keywords: city, rebuilding, River Elbe, Rococo, metropolis, architecture, Baroque

PMR424-06
Germany, Saxony, Dresden: newly laid-out courtyard and fountains, inside the Zwinger, with the spire of the castle tower behind.
Keywords: city, Baroque, architecture, metropolis, Rococo, River Elbe, rebuilding

PMR420-08
Germany, Hamburg: Mercury statue in Sieveking-Platz, with Law Courts and TV Tower behind.
Keywords: metropolis, bronze figures, Hermes, monument, port, harbour, city

PMR415-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: view of part of the town with the Wettersteinspitze (2152 metres) behind, from the Karwendel Mountains.
Keywords: alpine, alpine valley, mountains, panorama

PMR414-11
Czech Republic, Karlovy Vary (Karlsbad): bridge over the River Tepla on the outskirts of the town, with one of the mineral springs bath houses behind.
Keywords: Karlsbad, cure, spa, mineral springs

PMR410-03
Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: ski instructor and hunter - raising the echos with a hunting call from his horn, with ski course members behind.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, outdoor life, skiing, snow, winter

PMR408-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: autumn in the wildfowl reserve and RAMSAR site - the canal with a line of poplars and behind, the reservoir.
Keywords: trees, turning colours, falling leaves, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, long shadows, fallen leaves

PMR402-10
Hungary, Budapest: pedestrian area and underpass, with random stone seats, and railway station south facade behind.
Keywords: Magyar, architecture, Danube, cityscape, capital city, metropolis

PMR390-11
New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua: a game of bowls in Government Gardens, with palm trees and swimming baths behind.
Keywords: antipodes, architecture, picturesque, landscape, Maori

PMR387-06
Australia, Queensland, Brisbane: traffic on Victoria Bridge with the Brisbane skyline behind. A single arch of the previous bridge remains preserved, to the right of the present bridge.
Keywords: architecture, port, Brisbane River, metropolis, city

PMR386-06
Australia, Queensland, Goldcoast: glass-fronted hotel atrium and swimming pool with fountain, and palm trees and the Pacific Ocean behind.
Keywords: resort, development, seaside, holidays, beaches

PMR379-01
Australia, Northern Territory: the Olgas (Kata Tjuta) from the air, with "Lookout Point" centre-right, and the "Valley of the Winds" behind.
Keywords: outback, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR374-05
Australia, Sydney: "The Rocks" area, first to be settled, and now largely preserved. Moored in Campbell's Cove is the "Bounty", reconstructed for the film, with the sternwheeler just arriving. Behind, the old Ordnance Stores Building with its tower, and Circular Quay.
Keywords: architecture, harbour, antipodes, Oz, modern architecture

PMR370-12
Singapore: staue of Sir Stamford Raffles on North Boat Quay, where he is supposed to have first stepped ashore, with godowns and high-rise buildings behind.
Keywords: historic, island, tropics, orient, picturesque, shopping-mecca, financial-centre, far east

PMR370-10
Singapore: Elgin Bridge over the Singapore River, with the skyscrapers of the financial quarter behind.
Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island

PMR566-3
U.S.A., Chicago: Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park, with the Aon and Prudential Buildings behind.
Keywords: architecture, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high rise buildings, Lake Michigan, panorama, windy city

PMR565-6
Hawaii, Ka'a'awa: Crouching Lion Inn takes its name from the form of the rocky clifftop behind.
Keywords: tropical paradise, restaurants, luxuriant vegetation

PMR565-12
U.S.A., Chicago: view from the top of Sears Tower (1450 feet = 442 metres high), "the world's tallest building from street level to rooftop", with Wells Street, Chicago River, Merchandise Mart and John Hancock Center and Lake Michigan behind.
Keywords: architecture, panorama, Lake Michigan, high rise buildings, tower blocks, skyscrapers, windy city

PMR558-8
Australia, Western Australia: The camp site behind Town Beach, Broome, enjoys an idyllic situation.
Keywords: tropical, camping, tent

PMR553-5
Australia, Tasmania, Launceston: Ritchies Mill on the South Eak River, with Paterson Bridge behind.
Keywords: picturesque

PMR549-12
United Arab Emirates, Sharjah (8 kilometres from Dubai): mosque with yellow dome; behind is an enormous shopping complex in a traditional architectural style.
Keywords: modern architecture, Islamic architecture, blooming desert, desert state, irrigation

PMR549-01
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: the Yacht Club, with Dubai skyline behind, and seaplane moorings.
Keywords: modern architecture, Islamic architecture, desert state, irrigation, blooming desert

PMR546-03
France, Savoy, Chamonix: Mer de Glace and Aiguilles des Drus with Nant Blanc Glacier behind, from the Grand Balcon Sud.
Keywords: Alps, glacial, dramatic, rugged, hiking, scenery, spectacular, alpine, scenic, snow, mountains

PMR685-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Vorderriss: frost in the Riss Valley, which the sun scarcely reaches in winter, with the Karwendel Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, bucolic, meadow, Catholic, spring, pasture, Benedictine

PMR543-12
Brasov: renovated 19th century houses on the Strada Castelului, with Timpa Hill behind.
Keywords: architecture, Romanian architecture

PMR542-2
Ceský Krumlov: canoes on the River Vltava/Moldau, with the former Jesuit College behind.
Keywords: historic town, picturesque town, heritage

PMR668-05
Germany, Berlin: Marienkirche, the city's oldest existing church, built beteween 1270-1380, behind the Neptune Fountain, ornamented by four allegorical figures representing the rivers Elbe, Oder, Rhine and Weichsel.
Keywords: East Germany, statues, monument, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city

PMR667-08
Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: the 1000-year-old city is the "capital" of the Slavic Oberlausitz Sorb people. Hauptmarkt Square, with the handsome, Baroque Rathaus (townhall) (1729-32) and the tower of St. Peter's Cathedral (Petridom), built in 1213-1497 behind.l
Keywords: East Germany, Oberlausitz, Sorbs, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis

PMR667-07
Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: the 1000-year-old city is the "capital" of the Slavic Oberlausitz Sorb people. The River Spree with the old, round Waterworks Tower and St. Michael's Church behind.
Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, Sorbs, Oberlausitz

PMR639-03
Albania: Kruja, site of Skanderbeg's fortress, from where he resisted the might of the Ottoman army from 1443 to 1468. Here: the old bazaar, with the minaret of the mosque behind.
Keywords: Shqiperia, citadel, ruined fortress, fortifications, Kruje

PMR635-10
Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: Church of St. Donatus (Sv. Donata), a monumental round building dating from the 9th century, in pre-Romanesque style; the most imprtant preserved structure of its period in Dalmatia. Reconstructed Romanesque belltower behind.
Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval

PMR635-03
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: street scene on the Osterstrasse with a row of timber framed houses behind.
Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture

PMR634-12
Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: St. George's Fountain in the Market Place, with the Renaissance Rathaus (town hall) and clocktower behind.
Keywords: historic town, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval

PMR632-04
Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. Colourful dinghies under the walls of the 17th century Kasbah, with the bridge spanning the harbour entrance behind.
Keywords: Islamic, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque

PMR632-03
Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. Fishermen checking their nets on the quayside, with colourful fishing dinghies and the wall of the 17th century Kasbah behind.
Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb

PMR632-01
Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. View of the quayside with colourful fishing boats and the 17th century Kasbah behind.
Keywords: Islamic, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque

PMR354-09
Belgium, Bruges: old step.gabled buildings, now housing a restaurant, with the belltower behind.
Keywords: Brügge, historic, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, tradition

PMR627-01
Spain, Lanzarote, Famara: Playa de Famara: sand dunes behind the beach where strong currents make swimming risky; Famara Settlement lies at the foot of the steep Famara Massif in the background.
Keywords: Canary Islands

PMR626-04
Spain, Lanzarote, Guatiza: Jardin de Cactus: a cactus garden created in an extinct volcano crater by Cesar Manrique in 1990, regarded as an artistic masterpiece, and the most visited attraction on Lanzarote. Some 10,000 cacti of about 1000 different species are on display, many in flower. Here: view of the garden with Euphorbias featuring prominently, and the historic windmill behind.
Keywords: Canary Islands, botany, botanical gardens, larva

PMR624-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Summit cross on Mount Zugspitze, the highest mountain in Germany (2962 metres), with alpine panorama behind.
Keywords: mountain top, cliff, rocky, peak, hiking, climbing, mountaineering, Alps

PMR624-02
Turkey, Lycia, Myra: The ancient city of Myra, founded in the 5th century BC, was the leading city of Lycia. The principal interest today is the collection of rock tombs, built into the cliffs, with elaborate temple-like facades, dating from the 4th century BC. All the tombs have been plundered and many were used as dwellings in Byzantine times. Myra was a flourishing city under the Romans, as evidenced by the substantial Roman theatre. Here: a lintel stone with carved masks, removed from the theatre, with numerous rock tombs in the cliff behind.
Keywords: rock burials, excavations, archeology, Lycians, caves, Roman architecture

PMR623-08
Turkey, Lycia, Simena: The former Greek coastal village of Simena can only be reached from the sea - there are no roads connecting it to the hinterland, so development is limited, and little has changed since the Greeks left in 1922. About 200 people live here permanently. Crowning the village is a mediaeval fortress, and scattered around the village are numerous Lycian stone sarcophagi. Here: view of some of the ancient sarcophagi on the hill behind the village.
Keywords: historical ruins, archeology, excavations, Byzantine fortifications, sarcophagus, ruined fortress

PMR623-06
Turkey, Lycia, Simena: The former Greek coastal village of Simena can only be reached from the sea - there are no roads connecting it to the hinterland, so development is limited, and little has changed since the Greeks left in 1922. About 200 people live here permanently. Crowning the village is a mediaeval fortress, and scattered around the village are numerous Lycian stone sarcophagi. Here: the tiny harbour, with the dominating fortress behind.
Keywords: historical ruins, ruined fortress, sarcophagus, Byzantine fortifications, excavations, archeology

PMR619-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: In winter 2005/6 the Königssee at Berchtesgaden froze over, a very unusual circumstance, and people were able to walk the length of the lake to the well known chapel of St. Bartholomä. View of the chapel from the middle of the ice, with the mighty flank of the Watzmann mountain behind.
Keywords: winter, ice, frozen lake, snow, Alps, mountains

PMR617-10
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Essing: The wooden bridge which crosses the River Altmühl to provide access to the village of Essing, with the old gate tower commanding the entrance. A ruined tower sits atop the lofty cliff behind.
Keywords: limestone cliffs, Altmühl Valley, Fränkische Schweiz

PMR617-09
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Essing: Swans by the wooden bridge which crosses the River Altmühl to provide access to the village of Essing, with the old gate tower commanding the entrance. A ruined tower sits atop the lofty cliff behind.
Keywords: limestone cliffs, Altmühl Valley, Fränkische Schweiz

PMR614-03
Bulgaria: Batchkovo Monastery, in the Rodopi Mountains, was founded in the 12th century but several times rebuilt. It is the second largest and most important monastery in Bulgaria. View of the columned entry porch, decorated with frescoes, with the monastery church behind.
Keywords: religious building, Orthodox church, Byzantine style, monks, retreat

PMR614-01
Bulgaria: Plovdiv received international acclaim for its painstaking restoration of the old Turkish-style houses in the old quarter. The cobbled streets are swept every day. Renovated facades behind.
Keywords: Turkish-style architecture, Bulgarian architecture, shady street

PMR613-06
Bulgaria, Plovdiv: The Roman amphitheatre from the second century AD is still used for open air filmshows and operatic performances. The stage and orchestra with a wonderful view over the city behind.
Keywords: Roman remains, stone seating

PMR609-05
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: Ski huts on Mount Grubigstein, with the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain, behind and the Tyrolean village of Ehrwald in the valley.
Keywords: Alps, conifers, fir trees, coniferous forest, alpine meadow

PMR608-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: View of Neuschwanstein Castle with the Tegelberg behind, from Hohenschwangau Palace, the family home of Ludwig II, in a snow covered landscape.
Keywords: snow, sunshine, palace, architecture, winter, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR607-06
Austria, Tyrol, Hinterriss: oak tree with autumn foliage on the "Ahorn-Boden". Karwendel Mountains behind.
Keywords: autumn, alps, oak tree

PMR604-04
Malta, Marsaxlokk: beached fishing boat, with typical dwellings behind.
Keywords: fishing boats, luzzi

PMR603-10
Malta: Hagar Qim, a prehistoric temple from about 3000 BC formed from stone monoliths. Little is known of the builders.
Stone altars, with (behind) the highest monolith in the north eastern wall.
Keywords: architecture, prehistoric temple, ruin, copper age

PMR599-05
Spain, Leon: The Picos de Europa, the highest range in the Cantabrian Cordillera, are now part of a national park, lying about 30 kilometres from the sea. 10th century church of Nuestra Senora de Lebena, with loft peaks behind.
Keywords: hiking country, rugged mountains

PMR593-06
Mexico: Teotihuacan, probably the largest pre-Hispanic city in the Americas, covering about 156,000 square kilometres, with up to 200,000 inhabitants. Founded ca. 100 AD, flourished 300 to 650, abandoned by 750 AD. Identity of the builders is unknown. The Aztecs believed it was the work of giants. Four-stepped pyramid in the Citadel, behind which the temple of Qutzalcoatl was uncovered in 1920.

PMR592-09
Mexico: Cholula, site of the "Gran Piramide de Tepanapa", called "Tlachihaultepet" by the natives, which was already overgrownl by the time Cortes arrived in 1519 and is the largest (not the highest) man-made pyramid. It probably dates back to 1st century AD. The town of Cholula with the volcano Popocatepetl (5452 metres) behind from the top of the pyramid.

PMR585-02
Guatemala, Antigua: Risque fountain in the Parque Central in Antigua, with the Palace of the Captains General, dating from 1558, behind.

PMR583-03
Nicaragua, Granada: Horse-drawn carriages awaiting hire in the Parque Central, Granada, with cathedral behind.

PMR582-05
Panama City: Plaza Bolivar, San Felipe, with statue of Simon Bolivar, crowned by a condor, and church and monastery of San Francisco behind.

PMR574-03
Romania, Baia Mare: Cathedral of the Holy Trinity at Baia Mare, with 14th century Gothic Stephen's Tower behind.

PMR666-06
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Al Ettihad Square with its oversize symbols of arab life and history. Behind, Ettisalat House, surmounted with a ball.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

PMR661-05
USA, Oregon: coastal pool or lagoon behind the beach, seen from Winema Wayfinding Point.
Keywords: countryside, coastline, deserted shore, breakers, beach

PMR656-10
Germany, Saxony, Dresden: view from the dome of the Frauenkirche - the Kunstakademie (Academy of Arts) with, behind, the Carola Bridge and the Albert Bridge over the River Elbe, and on the far bank the Saxon State Chancellery, formerly Interior Ministry, built 1900-04.
Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis

PMR652-06
Argentina, Salta, Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca: the road from Humahuaca to Purmamarca is known as "Las Colorados" for the colourful mineral deposits in the surrounding rocks. Cemetery of the village of Maimará with some elaborate graves, and colourful rock formations behind.
Keywords: landscape, picturesque, geological formations, rock formations, coloured minerals, mineral deposits

PMR652-04
Argentina, Tucumán: the ruins of a pre-Inca citadel of the Quilmes people, a branch of the Diaguita tribe, who resisted both Incas and Spaniards until forcibly relocated by the latter in 1667 to a reservation near Buenos Aires. The settlement comprised about 5000 persons. Restored in 1978. View from above showing the Calchaquies Valley behind.
Keywords: excavations, archeology, ruined settlement, indigenous people

PMR646-10
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus Mountains: struggling vegetation growing in the sand, with rocky landscape behind.
Keywords: Maghreb, rock formations, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR646-09
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus Mountains: tussock of desert grass growing on a sand dune, with rocky landscape behind.
Keywords: Maghreb, rock formations, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR641-08
Libya, Ubari Lakes Area: vegetation and palm trees surround Lake Gebraoun, the largest of the lakes, with the sand dunes right behind.
Keywords: Maghreb, Lake Gambaroune, Mandara Lakes, barren, sand-dune landscape, palm trees, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR641-01
Libya, Tripolitania: ruins of the ancient city of Sabratha, founded about 500 BC as a Phoenician trading post, later being Romanised after Carthage fell to the Romans in the Third Punic War in 146 BC. It reached its apogee under the Emperor Septimius Severus in the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD, but was severely damaged in an earthquake in 365 AD. After the Arab conquest it lost all importance to Leptis Magna. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1982.

An example of the inspired stone carving on a piece of fallen masonry, with the capital of a Corinthian column behind.
Keywords: Roman architecture, Punic architecture, Maghreb, archeology, archeological excavations, stone carving, artistic

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