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Aircraft (3 files)

PMR-D13048
Australia, Queensland, Gold Coast: VH-CCK Grumman G.164 AgCat (c/n 318).
Keywords: aeroplane, agricultural, air transport, aircraft, airplane, aviation

PMR-D9389
France, Paris, Le Bourget: F-WMKF Dassault Falcon 20F (c/n 361) in US Coast Guard livery (later SU-AYD) at the 32nd Salon International Aéronautique et de l'Espace 1977, Le Bourget.
Keywords: aircraft, air transport, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, executive jet, bizjet

PMR026K-16
Australia, Victoria, Port Campbell: VH-LOK Robinson R.44 (c/n 0563) offers pleasure flights along the Shipwreck Coast from the landing ground near the Twelve Apostles.
Keywords: geology, Shipwreck Coast, cliffs, erosion, rocky coast, pinacles, rock formations, aviation, aircraft

Travel (535 files)

PMR-D13474
Turkey: boats on a silver sea with the Turkish coast near Marmaris in the background.
Keywords: calm, picturesque, seascape, sun on water, tranquil

PMR-D13446
Greece, Island of Karpathos: Captain Halil raising the sails of the Turkish caique "Bahrilyeli C" off the coast of Karpathos.
Keywords: architecture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing ship, traditional

PMR-D13413
Greece, Island of Karpathos: approaching the mountain-top village of Olympos in its breathtaking setting. Showing the serpentine road up from the coast-
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional

PMR129-10
France, Cote d'Azur, St Raphael: the coast near the Esterel Massif, not far from St. Raphael, with solitary windsurfer.
Keywords: Mediterranean, landscape, picturesque, coastline

PMR129-09
France, Cote d'Azur, St Raphael: the coast near the Esterel Massif, not far from St. Raphael, with Agave in the foreground.
Keywords: Mediterranean, landscape, picturesque, coastline

PMR113-10
Republic of San Marino: founded on 3rd September 301 AD, San Marino claims to be the oldest sovereign state still extant. View of Rimini and the Adriatic coast from the Guaita Fortress. On a clear day the mountains of Yugoslavia can be seen. The fortress stands on Mount Titano (756 metres).
Keywords: enclave, micro-state, UNESCO, picturesque, historic, architecture, panorama

PMR073-08
Yugoslavia, Slovenia, Piran: view of the Istrian coast with flowering Smoke Tree (Cotinus coggygria) in the foreground
Keywords: vegetation, botany, botanical, flowers, seascape, azure

PMR064-02
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: the viewing platform on Table Mountain, looking along the 12 Apostles, with Camps Bay coastline, and the wreck of the "Antipolis"
Keywords: panorama, belvedere, look-out, coast road

PMR063-05
South Africa, Western Cape Province: Camps Bay, Cape Peninsula, with wreck of the tanker "Antipolis" which broke away from its ...
Keywords: headland, rocks, salvage, coast road

PMR061-09
South Africa, Eastern Cape Province, Port Elizabeth: aerial view of the docks, yacht moorings and coast road
Keywords: panorama, bird's eye view, metropolis, city, industry, shipping, trade, oil storage

PMR057-09
South Africa, Natal, Durban: view of the coastal strip of the city, from the aircraft
Keywords: aerial view, metropolis, coast, beach

PMR-D11987
Greece, Island of Chalki: ruins of a Byzantine fortress on a barren hill overlooks the coastline, quite without vegetation.
Keywords: coast, defence, Dodecanese, fortifications, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, isolated

PMR-D11981
Greece, Island of Chalki: a small green oasis on the barren north coast of the island.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, isolated, picturesque

PMR-D11980
Greece, Island of Chalki: ruins of a Byzantine fortress on a barren hill, where a solitary tree defies the elements.
Keywords: coast, defence, Dodecanese, fortifications, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, isolated

PMR-D11979
Greece, Island of Rhodes: caves, used as burial chambers in antiquity, on a headland off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, necropolis, picturesque

PMR-D11978
Greece, Island of Rhodes: cliffs, caves and secluded beach off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11977
Greece, Island of Rhodes: caves, used as burial chambers in antiquity, on a headland off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, necropolis, picturesque

PMR-D11976
Greece, Island of Rhodes: caves, used as burial chambers in antiquity, on a headland off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, necropolis, picturesque

PMR-D11975
Greece, Island of Rhodes: a rocky headland off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11974
Greece, Island of Rhodes: cliffs, caves and secluded beach off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11865
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald-Eldena (Hansa Town): post windmill dating back to at least 1533 and thus one of the oldest on the Baltic coast. It was active until 1932.
Keywords: culture, flour-mill, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11509
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios with agave.
Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, pink cistus, spring flowers

PMR-D11508
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios.
Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, pink cistus, spring flowers

PMR-D11507
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios with pink cistus flowers.
Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, pink cistus, spring flowers

PMR-D11467
Greece, Island of Corfu, Helidoni Viewpoint: view of Porto Timoni and Agios Georgios beach with the island of Mathraki in the distance.
Keywords: archipelago, coast, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11443
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view along the headland towards Porto Timoni beach (hidden).
Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, rocky

PMR-D11442
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios, over 1000 metres long.
Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy

PMR-D11441
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: outlook with Ionian Islands to the north-west, with the long island of Nisida Karavi nearest, and the island of Mathraki about 10 kilometres in the distance.
Keywords: archipelago, coast, sea view, seascape, spectators, viewing seat

PMR-D11393
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: rugged cliffs guard the entrance to the bay
Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, rocky

PMR-D11392
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: Agios Georgios beach.
Keywords: bathing, bay, coast, picturesque, sandy

PMR-D11391
Greece, Island of Corfu, Helidoni Viewpoint: view of Porto Timoni and Agios Georgios beach with the island of Mathraki in the distance.
Keywords: archipelago, coast, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11390
Greece, Island of Corfu, Helidoni Viewpoint: view of Porto Timoni and Agios Georgios beach with the island of Mathraki in the distance.
Keywords: archipelago, coast, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11389
Greece, Island of Corfu, Helidoni Viewpoint: view of Agios Georgios beach and Judas tree (Cercis siliquastrum).
Keywords: archipelago, coast, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11388
Greece, Island of Corfu, Helidoni Viewpoint: view over Porto Timoni with the long island of Nisida Karavi nearest, and the island of Mathraki about 10 kilometres in the distance.
Keywords: archipelago, cliffs, coast, Ionian Islands, rocky

PMR-D11387
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios.
Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy beach

PMR-D11386
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the headland and rugged cliffs.
Keywords: bay, coast, horizon, Ionian Islands, nature, picturesque

PMR-D11384
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the headland with spring flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: bay, coast, horizon, Ionian Islands, nature, picturesque

PMR-D11383
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the headland with agave in the foreground.
Keywords: bay, coast, horizon, Ionian Islands, nature, picturesque

PMR-D11382
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios.
Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, pink cistus, spring flowers

PMR-D5988
Oman: an oasis with a pool of emerald water, backed by dramatic cliffs, on the south coast of Dhofar, seen from the new road.
Keywords: Arab state, barren, bleak, cliffs, colourful, geology, Gulf State, Islam, Middle East, Muslim, picturesque, rocky, rugged, sultanate, wild

PMR-D11274
Turkey, Lycian coast: Dash and Dot Goatfish (Parupeneus barberinus) with other unidentified fishes.
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11273
Turkey, Lycian coast: red sea anemones.
Keywords: marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11272
Turkey, Lycian coast: male Ornate Wrasse (Turkish Wrasse) (Meerpfau) (Thalassoma pavo).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11271
Turkey, Lycian coast: male Ornate Wrasse (Turkish Wrasse) (Meerpfau) (Thalassoma pavo) with juvenile female.
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11270
Turkey, Lycian coast: male Ornate Wrasse (Turkish Wrasse) (Meerpfau) (Thalassoma pavo).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11269
Turkey, Lycian coast: Sea Cucumber (Seegurke) (Synaptula reciprocans)
Keywords: marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11268
Turkey, Lycian coast: unidentified striped fish.
Keywords: marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11267
Turkey, Lycian coast: White Seabream (Grosse Geiss-Brasse) (Diplodus sargus).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11266
Turkey, Lycian coast: Long-spined Sea Urchin (Diadema setosum).
Keywords: marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11265
Turkey, Lycian coast: Dash and Dot Goatfish (Strichpunkt Meerbarbe) (Parupeneus barberinus).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11264
Turkey, Lycian coast: Bluespotted Cornetfish (Glatter Floetenfisch) (Fistularia commersonii).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11263
Turkey, Lycian coast: a shoal of unidentified small fish.
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11262
Turkey, Lycian coast: a shoal of unidentified small fish.
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11257
Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: approaching from the sea. The town goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time.
Keywords: holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sailing, sunshine, tourist attraction, Turkish carpet centre, yachting

PMR-D11256
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia: the tiny beach, turquoise water and vivid cliffs of Asikoy Bay which possesses a rich underwater life.
Keywords: coast, greenery, hills, mountain, rocky

PMR-D11255
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia: the tiny beach, turquoise water and vivid cliffs of Asikoy Bay which possesses a rich underwater life.
Keywords: coast, greenery, hills, mountain, rocky

PMR-D11233
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: approaching Kalkan from the sea, with its residential development climbing the hillside, home to many British expats.
Keywords: bay, cliffs, coast, hills, landscape, mountain, resort

PMR-D11224
Yellow-legged gull (Larus michahellis) on the Turkish coast.
Keywords: avifauna, birds, Laridae, nature, ornithology

PMR-D11223
Yellow-legged gull (Larus michahellis) on the Turkish coast.
Keywords: avifauna, birds, Laridae, nature, ornithology

PMR-D11222
Yellow-legged gull (Larus michahellis) on the Turkish coast.
Keywords: avifauna, birds, Laridae, nature, ornithology

PMR-D11189
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: Blue Star ferry putting in to the harbour of Kastellorizo, a Greek island off the Turkish coast.
Keywords: bay, car ferry, hills, mountain, port, vessel

PMR-D10492
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Miradouro de Santa Iria: view of Ponta Formosa on the north coast, with Agapanthus flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: landscape, mist-bank, cape, coastline, cliffs, bay, flowers

PMR-D10428
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: View of Ribeira Grande, on the north coast, from Pico da Barrosa (947m).
Keywords: panorama, scenic, coastal plain

PMR-D10422
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: View of Ribeira Grande, on the north coast, from Pico da Barrosa (947m.).
Keywords: panorama, scenic, coastal plain

PMR-D10403
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Miradouro de Santa Iria: view of Ponta Formosa on the north coast, with Agapanthus flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: landscape, cape, coastline, cliffs, bay, flowers

PMR-D10402
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Miradouro de Santa Iria: view of Ponta do Cintrao on the north coast.
Keywords: landscape, coastline, Cape Cintrao

PMR-D9959
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Caloura, a tiny fishing port on the south coast - fishing boats drawn up on the hardstanding.
Keywords: harbour, rocky cove

PMR-D9941
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Escalvado: view of the cliffs to the north, with eroded volcanic rock pinnacles.
Keywords: picturesque, coast, geological

PMR-D9940
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Escalvado: view of the cliffs to the north, with the town of Mosteiros in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, coast, seascape, landscape

PMR-D9939
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros: view of the town on its "faja" (coastal plateau) from the neighbouring Ponta do Escalvado.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, coast, seascape, landscape

PMR-D9935
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros, Ponta do Castelo: remnants of lava from the last volcanic eruption - on the beach and in the sea. The castle of Nossa Senhora da Conceicao once stood near here, but few traces remain.
Keywords: picturesque, black, rocky, geological, coast, seascape, landscape

PMR-D9934
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Castelo: view of Ponta dos Mosteiros from across the bay with breaking surf in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, coast, seascape, landscape

PMR-D9933
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros, Ponta do Castelo: remnants of lava from the last volcanic eruption - on the beach and in the sea. The castle of Nossa Senhora da Conceicao once stood near here, but few traces remain.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, seascape, coast, geological, rocks, black

PMR-D9932
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Castelo: the last house on the Ponta dos Mosteiros, overlooking the bay.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, volcanic rocks, coast, geological

PMR-D9931
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Castela: view of Mosteiros from across the bay.
Keywords: picturesque, rocky, landscape, seascape, coast, geological

PMR-D9930
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros, Ponta do Castelo: remnants of lava from the last volcanic eruption - on the beach and in the sea. The castle of Nossa Senhora da Conceicao once stood near here, but few traces remain.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, coast, seascape, landscape

PMR-D9902
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Ponta do Cintrao from Ponta do Maia, on the north coast.
Keywords: landscape, coastline, picturesque, fields, cultivation, farming

PMR-D9588
Iceland: typical scenery in the Stafafell Mountains, on the east coast, with reflections in a pool and cotton-grass (Eriophorum angustifolium) growing in the verges.
Keywords: landscape, flora, botany, plants, phytography, nature

PMR-D9587
Iceland: typical scenery in the Stafafell Mountains, on the east coast, with a stream in the foreground.
Keywords: landscape, nature, scenery, clouds

PMR-D9586
Iceland: Vestrahorn mountains on the east coast.
Keywords: landscape, nature, scenery, clouds

PMR-D9585
Iceland: Lonsvik Bay on the east coast with Eystahorn mountains in the distance.
Keywords: landscape, nature, scenery, clouds

PMR-D9584
Iceland: secluded beach on the east coast protected by volcanic rocks, near the mouth of Berufjördur fjord.
Keywords: landscape, nature, scenery

PMR-D9583
Iceland: exploring volcanic rocks jutting out into the sea on the coast near the mouth of Berufjördur fjord in the east of the island.
Keywords: landscape, clouds, scenery, nature

PMR-D9582
Iceland: black volcanic beach on he coast near the mouth of Berufjördur fjord in the east of the island.
Keywords: landscape, clouds, scenery, nature

PMR-D9578
Iceland: a grassy cape on the east coast near Breiddalsvik.
Keywords: landscape, wild flowers, nature, scenery

PMR-D9567
Iceland: a small settlement and fishing port on the north coast of the sparsely populated Melrakkasletta peninsula in the far north of the island, just a few kilometres from the Arctic Circle.
Keywords: landscape, isolated, lighthouse

PMR-D9545
Iceland, Húsavik: approaching the fishing port in Skjálfandi bay on the north coast.
Keywords: panorama, landscape

PMR-D9539
Iceland, Snaefellsnes Peninsula: a typical lava field on the coast.
Keywords: gloom, low cloud, volcanic, geology, barren, moss, lichen

PMR-D9538
Iceland, Grundarfjordur: fishing vessels at their moorings and at the jetty in a bay on the north coast of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula.
Keywords: countryside, boats, landscape

PMR-D8457
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. View of the coast through one of the monastery windows.
Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8456
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. View of the sheer cliffs on the adjacent coast, from the monastery.
Keywords: picturesque, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8339
Greece, Island of Naxos: part of the settlement at Pyrgaki, in a bay on the west coast, with dramatic mountain-backdrop.
Keywords: Greek Islands, beach, landscape, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades

PMR-D8338
Greece, Island of Donoussa: the bay at Mersini, on the south coast with its small settlement.
Keywords: Greek Islands, panorama, bathing, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8337
Greece, Island of Donoussa: the bay at Mersini, on the south coast, with the small beach and settlement beyond.
Keywords: Greek Islands, panorama, bathing, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8334
Greece, Island of Donoussa: the sandy beach at Mersini, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, bathing, sunbathing, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8333
Greece, Island of Donoussa: sailing ship "Bahriyeli A" in the bay at Mersini, on the south coast, with fishing boat in the foreground.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boats, yachts, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8332
Greece, Island of Donoussa: fishing boats moored to the quay at Mersini, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boats, yachts, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8331
Greece, Island of Donoussa: the bay at Mersini, on the south coast, with fishing boats in the foreground.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boats, yachts, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8330
Greece, Island of Donoussa: sailing ship "Bahriyeli A" moored to the quay at Mersini, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boats, yachts, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8326
Greece, Island of Cos: perforated rocks on the south coast of the island, in the light of dawn.
Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, cliffs, silhouette, natural hole, natural arch

PMR-D8325
Greece, Island of Cos: perforated rocks on the south coast of the island, in the light of dawn.
Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, cliffs, silhouette, natural hole, natural arch

PMR-D8097
Norway, Vest-Agder: typical landscape near the south coast.
Keywords: Scandinavia, scenery, fjord, picturesque

PMR-D8096
Norway, Vest-Agder: boats at a secluded jetty, overlooked by towering cliffs, near the south coast.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, craggy

PMR-D8022
Sweden, Gothenburg: East Indiaman sailing ship "Gotheburg", a replica of the one which sank off the Gothenburg coast in 1745. Taking ten years to build, the "Gotheburg" first set sail in 2005 and has since visited over 100 ports.
Keywords: picturesque, historic ship, wooden vessel, Scandinavia

PMR-D8021
Sweden, Gothenburg: East Indiaman sailing ship "Gotheburg", a replica of the one which sank off the Gothenburg coast in 1745. Taking ten years to build, the "Gotheburg" first set sail in 2005 and has since visited over 100 ports.
Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, wooden vessel, historic ship

PMR-D7640
Morocco: Atlantic breakers on the coast near Temara Plage.
Keywords: Africa, ocean, spray, spume, waves, beach, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7625
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
The main street.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, historic, fortress, fortifications, culture, national heritage

PMR-D7624
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
Minaret of a mosque, converted from a Portuguese lighthouse in the 19th century.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, historic, fortress, fortifications, culture, national heritage

PMR-D7623
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
Minaret of a mosque, converted from a Portuguese lighthouse in the 19th century.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, historic, fortress, fortifications, culture, national heritage

PMR-D7622
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
The vaulted cistern was built in 1514 as part of the original Portuguese citadel for use as a grain store or arsenal, but converted around 1541 to a water cistern, holding 5,000 tonnes of water. The Manueline-style vaults are supported by 25 pillars. The cistern was used in the shooting of the film "Othello" by Orson Welles.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, culture, fortifications, fortress, historic, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, UNESCO

PMR-D7621
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
The vaulted cistern was built in 1514 as part of the original Portuguese citadel for use as a grain store or arsenal, but converted around 1541 to a water cistern, holding 5,000 tonnes of water. The Manueline-style vaults are supported by 25 pillars. The cistern was used in the shooting of the film "Othello" by Orson Welles.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, culture, fortifications, fortress, historic, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, UNESCO

PMR-D7620
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
The vaulted cistern was built in 1514 as part of the original Portuguese citadel for use as a grain store or arsenal, but converted around 1541 to a water cistern, holding 5,000 tonnes of water. The Manueline-style vaults are supported by 25 pillars. The cistern was used in the shooting of the film "Othello" by Orson Welles.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, culture, fortifications, fortress, historic, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, UNESCO

PMR-D7619
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
One of the cast-iron cannons, slowly rusting away, with the tower of the old Catholic church on the right.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, historic, fortress, fortifications, culture, national heritage

PMR-D7618
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
View from the Angel Bastion, showing the 8-metre high walls.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, historic, fortress, fortifications, culture, national heritage

PMR-D7617
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
View from the Angel Bastion with cannon in the foreground.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, historic, fortress, fortifications, culture, national heritage

PMR-D7616
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
Part of the peripheral walkway round the city walls, which are about 8 metres high and 10 metres thick on average, from the Angel Bastion.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, culture, fortifications, fortress, historic, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, UNESCO

PMR-D7615
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
The Angel Bastion in the west is a sea defence.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, culture, fortifications, fortress, historic, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, UNESCO

PMR-D7589
Morocco, Essaouira: holiday resort on the Atlantic coast, with sandy beaches, ideal for bathing. Reflections of the town in the glassy sea..
Keywords: Africa, paddling, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7588
Morocco, Essaouira: holiday resort on the Atlantic coast, with sandy beaches, ideal for bathing. View across the bay.
Keywords: Africa, breakers, surf, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7587
Morocco, Essaouira: panorama view of the port and holiday resort on the Atlantic coast. The town was founded by the Portuguese in1506 with the name of "Magador". From the offshore "Isles Purpuraires" the Phoenicians collected murex snails which provided the famous purple dye.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, harbour, trading centre, export-import

PMR-D7586
Morocco, Essaouira: panorama view of the port and holiday resort on the Atlantic coast. The town was founded by the Portuguese in1506 with the name of "Magador".
Keywords: Africa, export-import, trading centre, harbour, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D6938
England, Kent, Dover: view of the white cliffs from the ferry.
Keywords: geology, coast, chalk, limestone, picturesque, landscape

PMR-D6937
England, Kent, Dover: view of the white cliffs from the ferry.
Keywords: geology, coast, chalk, limestone, picturesque, landscape

PMR-D6935
England, Kent, Dover: view of the white cliffs from the ferry.
Keywords: geology, coast, chalk, limestone, picturesque, landscape

PMR-D6827
Ireland, County Kerry, Valentia Island: lighthouse marking the entrance to Valentia Harbour, with the rocky, exposed coast in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, Valencia, Crocosmia, seashore, rugged, bare, surf

PMR-D6824
Ireland, County Kerry, Valentia Island: colourful montbretia flowers line the road near the north coast.
Keywords: picturesque, Valencia, Crocosmia, wild flowers, botany

PMR-D6748
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view from the cliff-top path to the east, with a rocky cove in the foreground, and showing many half-exposed basalt columns on the cliff face.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic

PMR-D6747
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view from the cliff-top path to the west, with the "Giant's Chimneys" and Lacada Point.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic

PMR-D6746
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view from the cliff-top path to the west
with succeeding headlands, showing many half-exposed basalt columns on the cliff face.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic

PMR-D6745
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view from the cliff-top path to the east, with succeeding headlands, showing many half-exposed basalt columns on the cliff face.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic

PMR-D6743
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the harsh contours of the basalt cliffs are softened by grass mantels, with layers of reddish laterite half exposed.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6742
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of Port Noffer (Giant's Bay) from the cliff path at the top of the Shepherd's Steps, with the Giant's Causeway reaching into the sea at the top.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6741
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of Port Noffer (Giant's Bay) from the cliff path at the top of the Shepherd's steps.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6740
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the "Giant's Organ", a series of exposed basalt columns in the cliff-face caused by the cooling of volcanic lava.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6739
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of Port Noffer (Giant's Bay) from the cliff path, with the Giant's Causeway reaching into the sea at the top.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6738
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the mineral content of the volcanic rock provides a colourful display on the cliff path, with this nodule resembling a giant eye.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6737
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the mineral content of the volcanic rock provides a colourful display on the cliff path.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6736
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the harsh contours of the basalt cliffs are softened by grass mantels, with layers of reddish laterite half exposed.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6735
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the harsh contours of the basalt cliffs are softened by grass mantels, with layers of reddish laterite half exposed.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6734
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: half exposed basalt columns in the cliff-face caused by the cooling of volcanic lava, with a layer of reddish laterite near the bottom.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6733
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the Giant's Causeway, an exposed outcrop of basalt columns caused by the cooling of volcanic lava, reaching out into the sea.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf, famous, tourist, attraction

PMR-D6732
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: "the Giant's Loom", an exposed outcrop of basalt columns about 10 metres high, caused by the cooling of volcanic lava.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6731
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Portnaboe (Bay of the Cow) with some of the "Giant's Marbles".
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6730
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Portnaboe (Bay of the Cow) and Runkerry Head.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6729
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Portnaboe (Bay of the Cow) approaching Windy Gap, with the cliff path clearly visible.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6724
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of the coast from the cliff-top at Portaneevey.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs

PMR-D6723
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of Rathlin Island from the tip of Carrick-a-Rede Island.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6722
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: a stream of visitors following the path across Carrick-a-Rede Island, with Rathlin Island in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6721
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island (right) to the mainland, with Rathlin Island in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, scenic, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6720
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island (right), to the mainland.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6719
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island (right) to the mainland.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6718
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Carrick-a-Rede Island, connected by ropebridge to the mainland: view of the rocky coast with Sheep Island in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs

PMR-D6717
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast, Carrick-a-Rede: view of the coastal cliffs from the middle of the rope bridge to the mainland.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, surf, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6716
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island to the mainland.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6715
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island to the mainland.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6714
Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) on the Antrim coast.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, seagulls

PMR-D6713
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast, Carrick-a-Rede: view of the beach and coastal cliffs, with Rathlin Island in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, surf, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6712
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast, Carrick-a-Rede: view of the beach and coastal cliffs, with Rathlin Island in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, surf, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6711
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Sheep Island, seen from Carrick-a-Rede.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, birdlife, seascape, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6710
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Sheep Island, seen from Carrick-a-Rede.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, birdlife, seascape, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6709
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island (National Trust), to the mainland.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6708
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Carrick-a-Rede Island, connected by ropebridge to the mainland, and (top) Sheep Island.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6707
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: white-painted Ballintoy Parish Church, seen from Carrick-a-Rede.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, meadows, meadow-sweet

PMR-D6704
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of the coast to the west from Torr Head.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, seascape, nature, rocky, prominence

PMR-D6703
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Torr Head, with the Mull of Kintyre, Scotland, visible, 15 miles away.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, seascape, nature, rocky, prominence

PMR-D6702
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: colourful wild fuschia lines the road approaching Torr Head.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany

PMR-D6701
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: colourful wild fuschia lines the road approaching Torr Head.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany

PMR-D6700
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view to the west approaching Torr Head.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany

PMR-D6699
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: colourful wild fuschia lines the road approaching Torr Head.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany

PMR-D6447
France, Calais: DFDS ferry "Cotes des Dunes", formerly "SeaFrance Rodin" arriving from Dover.
Keywords: port, car-ferry, ship , boat, Channel, Manche, coast

PMR-D6010
Oman, Khor Rori: one of the khors (creeks) which are to be found on this coast. It is overlooked by the ancient city of Sumhuram, a major port for the export of frankincense. The freshwater is full of fish, which attract many acquatic birds.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature reserve

PMR-D5989
Oman: the new road along the Dhofar coast, a splendid feat of engineering.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, rocky, construction, road-building, corniche

PMR-D5987
Oman: an oasis with a pool of emerald water, backed by dramatic cliffs, on the south coast of Dhofar, seen from the new road.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, rocky, wild, rugged, barren, bleak, colourful

PMR-D5986
Oman: view of the south coast of Dhofar from the new road.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, rocky, wild, rugged, barren, bleak, colourful

PMR-D5985
Oman: view of the south coast of Dhofar from the new road.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, rocky, wild, rugged, barren, bleak, colourful

PMR-D5984
Oman: view of the south coast of Dhofar from the new road.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, rocky, wild, rugged, barren, bleak, colourful, treeless

PMR-D5983
Oman: the new road along the Dhofar coast, a splendid feat of engineering.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, rocky, construction, road-building, corniche

PMR-D5965
Oman, Sawqirah: Landcruisers on the spectacular limestone escarpment, parallel to the coast, south of Sawqirah, with the Arabian Sea in the distance.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5963
Oman, Sawqirah: view of the coastal plain from the spectacular limestone escarpment, parallel to the coast, south of Sawqirah, with the Arabian Sea in the distance.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5962
Oman, Sawqirah: view of the coastal plain from the spectacular limestone escarpment, parallel to the coast, south of Sawqirah, with the Arabian Sea in the distance.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5961
Oman, Sawqirah: view of the coastal plain from the spectacular limestone escarpment, parallel to the coast, south of Sawqirah, with the Arabian Sea in the distance.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5960
Oman, Sawqirah: view of the coastal plain from the spectacular limestone escarpment, parallel to the coast, south of Sawqirah, with the Arabian Sea in the distance.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5959
Oman, Sawqirah: view of the coastal plain from the spectacular limestone escarpment, parallel to the coast, south of Sawqirah, with the Arabian Sea in the distance.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5792
Oman, Muscat: modern hotel in a bay sheltered by by dark, barren mountains, on the coast east of Muscat.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, geology, maritime, rocks, cliffs

PMR-D5791
Oman, Muscat: natural bridge in the limestone cliffs, on the coast east of Muscat.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, geology, maritime, rocks, cliffs

PMR-D5790
Oman, Muscat: village surrounded by dark, barren crags, on the coast east of Muscat.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, geology, maritime, rocks, cliffs

PMR-D5789
Oman, Muscat: village surrounded by dark, barren crags, on the coast east of Muscat.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, geology, maritime, rocks, cliffs

PMR-D5788
Oman, Muscat: unusual black rocky outcrop off the coast east of Muscat.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, geology, maritime

PMR-D5722
Greece, Island of Symi: Bahriyeli sailing boats leaving Panormitis, showing the narrow entrance to the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, colourful, ship, coast

PMR-D5721
Greece, Island of Symi: Bahriyeli sailing boats leaving Panormitis.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, colourful, ship, coast

PMR-D5714
Greece, Island of Amorgos: view of the steep coast from the path up to the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5709
Greece, Island of Amorgos: path down to the coast and monastery from the hilltop village of Chora, 300 metres above the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5693
Greece, Island of Milos: belltower and the little Orthodox church, overlooking the bay at Provatas on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful

PMR-D5692
Greece, Island of Milos: belltower of the Orthodox church, overlooking the bay at Provatas on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful

PMR-D5691
Greece, Island of Milos: view of the beach and headland at Provatas, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing, volcanic

PMR-D5690
Greece, Island of Milos: a secluded rocky cove with ideal bathing beach at Provatas, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing, peaceful, tranquil

PMR-D5689
Greece, Island of Milos: beach houses at Provatas, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing

PMR-D5688
Greece, Island of Milos: the beach at Provatas, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing

PMR-D5687
Greece, Island of Milos: view of the beach and headland at Provatas, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing

PMR-D5662
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5661
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, are popular with bathers and sun-worshippers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, swimming, sunbathing, colourful, sun trap, paddling, cliffs

PMR-D5660
Greece, Island of Milos: picnickers enjoying the shade of a solitary tree among the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5659
Greece, Island of Milos: the spectacular White Canyon, formed of brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, with one of the caves used by the pirates who took over the island briefly, around 1580.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, lair

PMR-D5658
Greece, Island of Milos: the spectacular White Canyon, formed of brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5657
Greece, Island of Milos: the spectacular White Canyon, formed of brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5656
Greece, Island of Milos: the spectacular White Canyon, formed of brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5654
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes, as in the case of these cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5653
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Some succulunt plants manage to survive in these barren conditions.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5652
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, are popular with bathers and sun-worshippers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, swimming, sunbathing, colourful, sun trap, paddling, cliffs

PMR-D5651
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Some succulunt plants manage to survive in these barren conditions.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5650
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5649
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5648
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5647
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, are popular with bathers and sun-worshippers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, swimming, sunbathing, colourful

PMR-D5646
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5645
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5644
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5643
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5642
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5641
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5640
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5639
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, are popular with bathers and sun-worshippers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, swimming, sunbathing, colourful

PMR-D5638
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5617
Greece, Island of Milos: rising abruptly from the sea, this volcanic rock formation at Glaronissia on the north coast is visible from afar.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism

PMR-D5616
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5615
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5614
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5613
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5612
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5611
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5610
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5609
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5608
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D4716
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: tsunami warning sign on the east coast.
Keywords: seaview, flooding, waves, tidal wave, danger

PMR-D4538
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog City: tranquil scene at sunset on the north-east coast.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, mood, peaceful, nature, landscape

PMR-D4537
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog City: tranquil scene at sunset on the north-east coast.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, mood, peaceful, nature, landscape, reflections

PMR-D4536
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog City: tranquil scene at sunset on the north-east coast.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, mood, peaceful, nature, landscape, reflections

PMR-D4413
The Philippines, Samar Island: Malajog Ridge Nature Reserve: view along the coast.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, verdant, lush, jungle

PMR-D4412
The Philippines, Samar Island: Malajog Ridge Nature Reserve: view along the coast.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, verdant, lush, jungle

PMR-D4411
The Philippines, Samar Island: Malajog Ridge Nature Reserve: view along the coast.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, verdant, lush, jungle

PMR-D4407
The Philippines, Samar Island: Malajog Ridge Nature Reserve: view along the coast.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, verdant, lush, jungle

PMR-D4142
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: sailing ship Bahriyeli C, moored off the coast.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship

PMR-D0535
Cyprus, Paphos: aerial view of the town and headland with new hotels (including Annabelle) along the coast in the foreground.
Keywords: new development, tourist resort

PMR-D0527
Cyprus, Paphos: coastal freighter, "Edro III", registered in Freetown, aground off the south coast near Coral Bay.
Keywords: shipwreck, stranded

PMR-D0525
Cyprus, Paphos: coastal freighter, "Edro III", registered in Freetown, aground off the south coast near Coiral Bay.
Keywords: shipwreck, stranded

PMR-D0489
Turkey: crystal-clear waters at a secluded bay on the Turkish coast invite swimmers. The fragmented limestone rocks make landing a daunting thought.
Keywords: island hopping, swimming, rugged coast, rocky coast

PMR-D0488
Turkey: crystal-clear waters at a secluded bay on the Turkish coast invite swimmers.
Keywords: island hopping, rocky coast, rugged coast, swimming

PMR-D0415
Greece, Island of Patmos: cargo ship "Gülmar" off the coast of Turkey.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0393
Greece, Island of Samos: Orthodox church and fortified tower on the coast.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, architecture, landscape

PMR360-01
France, Haute-Savoie, Thonon-les-Bains: the yacht harbour and Lake Geneva, from the shore gardens.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, marina, sailing, flowerbeds, vista, coast, view

PMR304-08
Italy: the coast of Tuscany near Castiglioncello.
Keywords: coastline, landscape, picturesque, colourful, headland

PMR291-03
Turkey: newly built (1989) "Club Skandinavia" holiday complex, not far from Silifke.
Keywords: landscape, hills, Mediterranean, coast, bay, beach, hotel

PMR290-12
Turkey, Alanya: long sandy beach with oleanders in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, unspoilt, vegetation, coast, headland, bay, Mediterranean, deserted

PMR290-08
Turkey, Kas: view of the town and harbour surrounded by hills, with cruise ship at anchor.
Originally a Greek town until the Greek exodus in 1922-3.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, Mediterranean, coast, port, Antiphellus

PMR290-07
Turkey: rocky cove with oleander bushes
and dazzling turquoise sea, between Kalkan and Kas.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, Mediterranean , coast, deserted

PMR290-06
Turkey, Kalkan: view over the town and its bay from an olive grove on the hillside. Originally a Greek town until the Greek exodus in 1922-3. Now a favoured resort of the British.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, landscape, Mediterranean, coast

PMR285-07
Turkey, Davutlar National Park: deserted beach near Güzelcamli with wild hibiscus in the foreground.
Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, nature reserve, unspoilt, vegetation, coast, headland, bay

PMR273-12
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: Butchart Gardens, intended to give an impression of the west coast of Canada.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR267-07
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: Gulf Coast Ranger Station at Everglades City, with Chokoloskee Bay and islands, from the Observation Tower.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation

PMR250-06
Italy, Campania, Sorrento: view of the fishing port (Marina Grande) and the coast in the direction of Naples, from the cliff road in late afternoon.
Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, coastline, development, quay, jetty, tourism, panorama

PMR249-09
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: fishing village of Sant' Angelo on the south coast, from the road near Serrara Fontana, showing the cultivated terraces on the hillside.
Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape

PMR249-04
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: masses of Red Valerian (Centranthus ruber) and view of the south coast of the island.
Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape, panorama, wild flowers, botany, flora

PMR248-09
Italy, Campania, Sorrento: hotels on the cliffs towering over the harbour, and view along the coast
Keywords: cliffs, power-boat-harbour, reflections, picturesque

PMR232-03
Greece: the fishing village of Parga, on the west coast, just south of Corfu.
Keywords: culture, architecture, picturesque, colourful, bay, jetty

PMR104K-03
Bolivia, Tiwanaku or Tiahuanaco: Ruins of the capital city of a great civilisation, dating back to 1500 BC, but becoming a centre of culture only about 300 BC. After about 400 AD the empire expanded to take in large parts of present-day Peru, Bolivia and Chile on the west coast. Their success was based on highly effective agricultural innovation. In about 1000 AD the civilisation was virtually wiped out by continuing drought, the remnants being incorporated into the Inca empire around 1450 AD. These people had no written language and their name is unknown.

Frontal view of a monumental monolith of a priest, 7 metres high, from the classical period of the civilisation, in the central area of Kalasasaya. He holds two ritual containers ("kero") which held libations for the gods.
Keywords: High Andes, archeological site, historical site, archeology, excavations, Tiahuanacu

PMR104K-02
Bolivia, Tiwanaku or Tiahuanaco: Ruins of the capital city of a great civilisation, dating back to 1500 BC, but becoming a centre of culture only about 300 BC. After about 400 AD the empire expanded to take in large parts of present-day Peru, Bolivia and Chile on the west coast. Their success was based on highly effective agricultural innovation. In about 1000 AD the civilisation was virtually wiped out by continuing drought, the remnants being incorporated into the Inca empire around 1450 AD. These people had no written language and their name is unknown.

A monumental monolith featuring a priest, 7 metres high, with symbols inscribed on arms and shoulders from the classical period of the civilisation, in the central area of Kalasasaya.
Keywords: High Andes, archeological site, historical site, archeology, excavations, Tiahuanacu

PMR104K-01
Bolivia, Tiwanaku or Tiahuanaco: Ruins of the capital city of a great civilisation, dating back to 1500 BC, but becoming a centre of culture only about 300 BC. After about 400 AD the empire expanded to take in large parts of present-day Peru, Bolivia and Chile on the west coast. Their success was based on highly effective agricultural innovation. In about 1000 AD the civilisation was virtually wiped out by continuing drought, the remnants being incorporated into the Inca empire around 1450 AD. These people had no written language and their name is unknown.

The famous Puerta del Sol or Sun Gate, carved from a single block of Andesite, 2 metres high and 4 metres wide, cracked by lightning and held together with metal clamps. The central relief is Viracocha, God of Creation, head surrounded by rays of the sun.
Keywords: High Andes, Tiahuanacu, excavations, archeology, historical site, archeological site

PMR-D2949
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D3133
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: the rocky coast of Turtle Island, Malajog Beach.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, verdant, leafy, lush, impenetrable

PMR-D3113
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: the coast, with fishing boats and palm trees, south of Calbayog City. Neighbouring islands are visible on the horizon..
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, coast road, seascape

PMR-D3049
Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast.
Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological

PMR-D3048
Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast.
Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological

PMR-D3047
Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast.
Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological

PMR-D3046
Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast.
Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological

PMR-D3045
Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast.
Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological

PMR-D3025
Cyprus, Paphos: aerial view of 33 wind turbines near the south coast.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, landscape, electricity, generators, propellers

PMR-D2968
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Walkway for visitors through the mangroves.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2967
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. One of the fantastically eroded rock formations: Mushroom Rock, reflected in a pool.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2966
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Marine eel or sea snake?
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2965
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. One of the fantastically eroded rock formations: Mushroom Rock.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2964
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2963
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks reflected in the colourful rock pools.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2962
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2961
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2960
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. The mangrove swamps have been extensively replanted and are now protected.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2959
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2958
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2957
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks with colourful rock pools.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2956
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2955
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2954
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Black-naped Tern (Sterna sumatrana).
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation, ornithology, sea birds

PMR-D2953
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks with colourful rock pools.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2952
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks with colourful rock pools.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2951
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks with colourful rock pools.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2950
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2948
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Eroded caves in the cliffs provide welcome shade from the sun.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2947
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Fantastic patterns of erosion on the rocks.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2946
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Colourful coral.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2945
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Marine worm with tentacles.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2944
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Fantastically eroded cliffs on one of the islets.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2943
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. In these shallow, warm waters a multitude of marine animals thrive.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2942
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. In these shallow, warm waters a multitude of marine animals thrive.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR194-04
Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: Faraglioni Rocks, with part of the coast, from the gardens of the Certosa Monastery.
Keywords: commanding view, picturesque, colourful, nature, seascape, geology

PMR194-02
Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: view of the town of Capri, the Faraglioni Rocks, and the Sorrento Peninsula, from the flower-covered hillside of Mount Solaro (589 metres). reached from Anacapri by chairlift.
Keywords: commanding view, picturesque, colourful, flowers, nature, wildflowers, seascape, coast, broom flowers

PMR194-01
Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: view of the town of Capri, Mount Tiberius, and the Sorrento Peninsula, from the flower-covered hillside of Mount Solaro (589 metres). reached from Anacapri by chairlift.
Keywords: commanding view, picturesque, colourful, flowers, nature, wildflowers, seascape, coast

PMR193-12
Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: view of part of the town of Capri, the Faraglioni Rocks, and the Sorrento Peninsula, from the flower-covered hillside of Mount Solaro (589 metres). reached from Anacapri by chairlift.
Keywords: commanding view, picturesque, colourful, flowers, nature, wildflowers, seascape, coast

PMR193-02
Italy, Campania, Paestum: an ancient Greek city on the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea in Magna Graecia, Greek name Poseidonia, founded about 600 BC. The Greek Temple of Ceres, in reality probably dedicated to Athena, built about 500 BC. It was used as a Christian church after 313 AD.
Keywords: heritage, ruins, archeology, architecture, historic, UNESCO, culture, classical, excavations, masonry, monument, columns

PMR193-01
Italy, Campania, Paestum: an ancient Greek city on the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea in Magna Graecia, Greek name Poseidonia, founded about 600 BC. The Greek Temple of Hera (Juno) or "Basilica", built in about 550 BC, the oldest temple in Paestum.
Keywords: heritage, ruins, archeology, architecture, historic, UNESCO, culture, classical, excavations, masonry, monument, columns

PMR192-12
Italy, Campania, Paestum: an ancient Greek city on the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea in Magna Graecia, Greek name Poseidonia, founded about 600 BC. The Greek Temple of Poseidon, built in 448 BC, shortly before the Parthenon.
Keywords: heritage, ruins, archeology, architecture, historic, UNESCO, culture, classical, excavations, masonry, monument, columns

PMR190-10
Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: crystal clear water of the coast, seen from the belvedere of the Parco Augusto, high above the sea.
Keywords: steep, rocky, picturesque, colourful, heritage, photogenic, turquoise, translucent

PMR190-01
Italy, Campania, Maiori: view of the coast, over the domes of a Byzantine-style church, from the terrace of the Villa Rufolo in Ravello, with an umbrella pine in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, steep, historic, architecture, heritage, culture, terraces

PMR189-05
Italy, Campania: the rugged Amalfi Coast, looking towards Furore and Positano.
Keywords: picturesque, terraced, steep, beach, sand, cliffs, rocky

PMR189-04
Italy, Campania: the rugged Amalfi Coast, with a distant view of Amalfi, towards Capo d'Orso.
Keywords: picturesque, terraced, steep, beach, sand, cliffs, rocky

PMR189-03
Italy, Campania: Furore on the Amalfi Coast, with fishermen's houses and boats in the Vallone di Furore.
Keywords: picturesque, terraced, steep, beach, sand, gorge, cliffs, wooded hills

PMR189-02
Italy, Campania: Furore on the Amalfi Coast, with fishermen's houses and boats in the Vallone di Furore.
Keywords: picturesque, terraced, steep, beach, sand, gorge, cliffs, wooded hills

PMR188-12
Italy, Campania: Positano on the Amalfi Coast.
Keywords: panorama, picturesque, terraced, steep, beach, bathing, sand, boats

PMR156-11
U.S.A., California, Los Angeles: view of the coast to the north of Marineland, with a carpet of flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: coastal, coastline, landscape, cliffs, breakers, surf, flora, botany

PMR146-12
Bulgaria, Nessebar: standing on a peninsula on the Black Sea coast, the ancient town has a long history. Typical fishermen's cottages (left), with part of the Church of Archangels Michael and Gabriel, dating from 13.14th century, in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, culture, historic, Nesebar, UNESCO

PMR146-11
Bulgaria, Nessebar: standing on a peninsula on the Black Sea coast, the ancient town has a long history. Church of Ivan Krastitel (John the Baptist), dating from the 11-12th century, and presently housing a museum.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, culture, historic, Nesebar, UNESCO

PMR146-10
Bulgaria, Nessebar: standing on a peninsula on the Black Sea coast, the ancient town has a long history. Highly ornamented ruin of a 13-14th century Byzantine church.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, culture, historic, Nesebar, UNESCO

PMR146-07
Bulgaria, Ahtopol: bleached skeleton of a tree on the Black Sea coast.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dramatic

PMR-D2094
Oman, Muscat: Bandar Ar Rawdah Marina from the coast road.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State, yacht harbour

PMR-D2059
Scotland, Caithness, John o'Groats: the settlement is scattered along the coast.
Keywords: tip of Scotland, landscape, skyscape, Highlands

PMR-D2055
Scotland, Caithness, John o'Groats: the Stacks at Duncansby Head, the north-east tip of Scotland.
Keywords: Highlands, geological, geology, cliffs, pinnacles, rock formations, coast, rugged, settlement

PMR-D2054
Scotland, Caithness, John o'Groats: the Stacks at Duncansby Head, the north-east tip of Scotland.
Keywords: Highlands, geological, geology, cliffs, pinnacles, rock formations, coast, rugged, settlement

PMR-D2049
Scotland, Caithness, John o'Groats: the coast, with rainbow.
Keywords: seascape, skyscape, settlement, Highlands, tip of Scotland

PMR-D1965
Northumberland: the harbour at Seahouses.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, moorings, boats, coastal scenery, coast

PMR-D1964
England, Northumberland: flock of feeding Redshanks (Tringa totanus) at Budle Bay.
Keywords: picturesque, waders, ornithology, seabirds, coastal scenery, coast

PMR-D1963
England, Northumberland: landscape at Budle Bay.
Keywords: picturesque, seabirds, coastal scenery, coast

PMR-D1962
Northumberland: landscape at Budle Bay.
Keywords: picturesque, seabirds, coastal scenery, coast

PMR515-12
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: footbridge, linking the island of Vivara to the main island, with the resort of Ciraccio on the left. Vivara is protected as a nature reserve and bird sanctuary.
Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, coast, coastline, strait, bay, link

PMR515-11
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: Corricella, with its long jetty and small boats, from the steps up to the Castello.
Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, coast, coastline, bay, fishing boats, fishing community, colourful, photogenic

PMR515-08
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: Corricella with port and breakwater, from the Castello.
Keywords: picturesque, photogenic, colourful, fishing community, fishing boats, bay, coastline, coast, Flegrean Islands

PMR515-07
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: view over Corricella to the north coast where the ferry boats arrive, from the Castello.
Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, coast, coastline, bay, fishing boats, fishing community, colourful, photogenic

PMR515-06
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida, Corricella: view of the harbour with a large motor cruiser in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, coast, fishing boats, fishing community, colourful

PMR515-01
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: east coast of Cape Solchiaro, with the island of Ischia in the background.
Keywords: nature, Flegrean Islands, countryside, picturesque, landscape, seascape, coast, coastline

PMR496-04
Island of Crete, Kalives: view of the resort and its beach from above.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, coast, coastline, bathing, swimming

PMR493-04
Island of Crete: Bali, a small resort on the north coast between Iraklion and Rethimnon, looking northwards along the coastline, towards Iraklion.
Keywords: picturesque, village, coastline, bay, landscape, scenic

PMR493-03
Island of Crete: Bali, a small resort on the north coast between Iraklion and Rethimnon.
Keywords: picturesque, coastline, bay, landscape, scenic

PMR492-07
Island of Santorini: view of Fira and its port, Athinios, showing the serpentine cliff road connecting them. In the foreground abandoned conveyors of volcanic ash, formerly loaded on ships for export.
Keywords: photogenic, coastline, coast, sailing ship, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque

PMR492-04
Island of Santorini: northward view from Ormos Balos, with Fira perched on top of the cliffs, anchored schooner, and part of the port of Athinios.
Keywords: photogenic, sailing boat, coastline, coast, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque

PMR490-02
Island of Santorini: view south along the coast from Imerovigli with Fira and cruise ships at anchor.
Keywords: photogenic, traditional houses, picturesque, cliffs, volcanic

PMR489-11
Island of Santorini: tiny private terrace overlooking the "Caldera" with a view along the coast.
Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses

PMR489-10
Island of Santorini: view along the steep coast from Imerovigli looking towards Fira, with anchored cruise ships.
Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses

PMR452-05
Lithuania, Klaipéda: street trader in amber which is found in substantial quantities all along the Baltic coast.
Keywords: picturesque, jewellery, tradition, heritage, Memel

PMR433-04
Poland, Sopot: the beach, in the Bay of Danzig. Sopot was the most popular beach resort on the Baltic coast in the 19th century.
Keywords: holiday resort, bathing, beach, sunshine, picturesque, seaside

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

PMR523-01
Italy, Sicily, Vieste: empty beaches of this resort on the tip of the Gargano peninsula, in Gargano National Park.
Keywords: picturesque, sandy, breakers, coastline, coast, beach

PMR522--05
Italy, Apulia, Leuca: Cape Santa Maria di Leuca, showing new breakwater and yacht harbour, from the lighthouse.
Keywords: landscape, coast, coastline, haven

PMR521-12
Italy, Sicily, Bova Marina: view of the town and bay, about 30 kilometres from Reggio di Calabria, with flowering shrub in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, corniche, coastline, coast, beach

PMR518-01
Italy, Sicily, Taormina: view of the town from above, the Greek amphitheatre (3rd century BC), and the coast road from the Saracens' Castle.
Keywords: picturesque, Sicilia, panorama, coast

PMR143K-11
Cyprus, Paphos: coastal freighter, "Edro III", registered in Freetown, aground off the south coast near Coiral Bay.
Keywords: shipwreck, stranded

PMR131K-17
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Al Arab, the dhow-shaped luxury hotel, 321 metres high, was opened in 1999 on its island off the Jumeirah coast. At the top are twin helicopter landing pads.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR123K-02
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: mushrooming skyscrapers mark the site of the new Marina being built on the Jumeirah coast.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR122K-33
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: mushrooming skyscrapers mark the site of the new Marina being built on the Jumeirah coast.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR120K-18
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: modern buildings on the Corniche Road which runs along the coast.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR116K-28
Jordan, Aqaba: view of Aqaba Fort with minaret of the neighbouring mosque beyond.
Keywords: Muslim, archeological excavations, ruins, palm trees, bathing beach, Islam, mediaeval, coast, desert town, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR116K-27
Jordan, Aqaba: the surviving adobe walls of a late 3rd century church, said to be the oldest purpose-built church in the world.
Keywords: Muslim, archeological excavations, ruins, palm trees, bathing beach, Islam, mediaeval, coast, desert town, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR116K-26
Jordan, Aqaba: the main street of the mediaeval town of Ayla, the forerunner of Aqaba, which has recently been excavated, from the Egyptian Gate.
Keywords: Muslim, Gulf of Aqaba, desert town, coast, mediaeval, Islam, bathing beach, palm trees, ruins, archeological excavations

PMR116K-25
Jordan, Aqaba: the Egyptian Gate of the mediaeval town of Ayla, the forerunner of Aqaba, which has recently been excavated.
Keywords: Muslim, Gulf of Aqaba, desert town, coast, mediaeval, Islam, bathing beach, palm trees, ruins, archeological excavations

PMR116K-24
Jordan, Aqaba: the beach, looking north, with some of the new hotels in the background.
Keywords: Muslim, palm trees, bathing beach, Islam, mediaeval, coast, desert town, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR116K-23
Jordan, Aqaba: the beach, looking south, with the Flagpole, which is said to be the tallest unsupported flagstaff in the world.
Keywords: Muslim, palm trees, Islam, coast, desert town, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR116K-22
Jordan, Aqaba: the Flagpole, in the middle of a plaza, is said to be the tallest unsupported flagstaff in the world. In the foreground is the Mamluk-built Aqaba Fort, built about 1510.
Keywords: Muslim, Gulf of Aqaba, desert town, coast, Islam, palm trees, ruins, archeological excavations

PMR116K-21
Jordan, Aqaba: view of Eilat, in Israel, across the Gulf of Aqaba.
Keywords: Muslim, palm trees, Islam, mediaeval, coast, desert town, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR114K-06
Cyprus, Paphos: eroded cliffs at Sea Caves, near Coral Beach.
Keywords: coast, caves, erosion, eroded, rocky, cliffs

PMR113K-15
USA, Oregon: distant view of Munson Creek Falls, at 319 feet, the highest on the Oregon coast.
Keywords: countryside, trees , woods, forest, bosky, arboreal

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

PMR113K-13
USA, Oregon, Newport: Yaquina Head Lighthouse, at 93 feet, is the tallest on the Oregon coast, and has been operational since 1893.
Keywords: countryside, rugged coast, coastline, deserted shore, breakers, beach, cliffs

PMR113K-12
USA, Oregon, Newport: the beach and coast to the north of Yaquina Head Outstanding National Area, from the top of the hill.
Keywords: countryside, rugged coast, coastline, deserted shore, breakers, beach, cliffs

PMR113K-11
USA, Oregon, Newport: Agate Beach from the hill on Yaquina Head Outstanding National Area.
Keywords: countryside, rugged coast, coastline, deserted shore, breakers, beach, cliffs

PMR113K-10
USA, Oregon Seal Rock: Elephant Rock, a large extruded rock of ancient volcanic origin, with its sandy beach.
Keywords: countryside, cliffs, beach, breakers, deserted shore, coastline, rugged coast

PMR113K-09
USA, Oregon: one of the Tsunami warning notices on the Oregon coast.
Keywords: countryside, coast road, tsunami, tsunami hazard zone

PMR113K-08
USA, Oregon: Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) near Seal Rock.
Keywords: countryside, cliffs, beach, breakers, deserted shore, coastline, rugged coast, seagull, bird, fauna, sea bird

PMR113K-07
USA, Oregon: Heceta Head Lighthouse, erected in 1894, stands 205 feet above sea level. Nearby is Heceta House, the former light-keeper's quarters.
Keywords: countryside, cliffs, beach, breakers, deserted shore, coastline, rugged coast

PMR113K-06
USA, Oregon: Sea Lion Caves, with dozens of Sea Lions sunning themselves.
Keywords: countryside, cliffs, beach, breakers, deserted shore, coastline, rugged coast, fauna, wildlife, wild animals

PMR113K-05
USA, Oregon: Sea Lion Caves, with dozens of Sea Lions sunning themselves.
Keywords: countryside, wild animals, wildlife, fauna, rugged coast, coastline, deserted shore, breakers, beach, cliffs

PMR113K-02
USA, Oregon: the beach with numerous rock monoliths near Pistol River.
Keywords: countryside, cliffs, beach, breakers, deserted shore, coastline, rugged coast

PMR113K-01
USA, Oregon: Whaleshead Rocks on the Oregon coast, about seven miles north of Brookings.
Keywords: countryside, cliffs, beach, breakers, deserted shore, coastline, rugged coast

PMR112K-36
USA, Oregon, Port Orford: Battle Rock and the beach, looking south. A major battle with the natives took place here in 1851.
Keywords: countryside, cliffs, beach, breakers, deserted shore, coastline, rugged coast

PMR112K-35
USA, Oregon, Cannon Beach sunshine and mist - sea view from Oswald West State Park.:
Keywords: countryside, cliffs, beach, breakers, deserted shore, coastline, rugged coast

PMR112K-34
USA, Oregon, Astoria: the 6.5-km-long Astoria-Megler cantilever-through-truss bridge over the Colombia River, which divides the state of Washington from Oregon, carries the US 101, with small craft moorings in the foreground.
Keywords: coastline, small boats, rugged coast, fishing, jetty, quayside, seagulls, hotel, cantilever bridge

PMR112K-32
USA, Oregon, Astoria: the 6.5-km-long Astoria-Megler cantilever-through-truss bridge over the Colombia River, which divides the state of Washington from Oregon, carries the US 101. Gutting the salmon catch in front of onlookers.
Keywords: coastline, rugged coast, fishing, jetty, quayside, seagulls, hotel, cantilever bridge

PMR112K-31
USA, Oregon, Astoria: the 6.5-km-long Astoria-Megler cantilever-through-truss bridge over the Colombia River, which divides the state of Washington from Oregon, carries the US 101.
Keywords: coastline, cantilever bridge, hotel, seagulls, quayside, jetty, fishing, rugged coast

PMR111K-05
Canada, British Colombia, Vancouver Island, Rathtrevor Beach: walkers on the beach with the Strait of Georgia and Coast Mountains on the mainland in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, bleak coast, stoney beach, scenery, landscape

PMR111K-04
Canada, British Colombia, Vancouver Island, Rathtrevor Beach: bleached driftwood on the deserted beach with the Coast Mountains on the mainland in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, bleak coast, stoney beach, scenery, landscape

PMR111K-03
Canada, British Colombia, Vancouver Island, Rathtrevor Beach: beach with the Strait of Georgia and the Coast Mountains on the mainland in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, bleak coast, stoney beach, scenery, landscape

PMR111K-02
Canada, British Colombia, Vancouver Island, Rathtrevor Beach: deserted beach with the Coast Mountains on the mainland in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, scenery, stoney beach, bleak coast

PMR110K-17
Canada, Vancouver Island: new housing on the south coast of Vancouver Island near Ross Bay.
Keywords: panorama, modern housing, suburbia, residence

PMR107K-18
Peru, Lima, Miraflores: view to the north-west, of the Pacific Ocean, beach, pier and coast road, from the vegetation-covered cliff.
Keywords: coastal resort, bathing, swimming, beach, holiday resort

PMR104K-10
Bolivia, Tiwanaku or Tiahuanaco: Ruins of the capital city of a great civilisation, dating back to 1500 BC, but becoming a centre of culture only about 300 BC. After about 400 AD the empire expanded to take in large parts of present-day Peru, Bolivia and Chile on the west coast. Their success was based on highly effective agricultural innovation. In about 1000 AD the civilisation was virtually wiped out by continuing drought, the remnants being incorporated into the Inca empire around 1450 AD. These people had no written language and their name is unknown.

Reconstructed base and steps of the Akapana man-made pyramid.
Keywords: High Andes, Tiahuanacu, excavations, archeology, historical site, archeological site

PMR104K-09
Bolivia, Tiwanaku or Tiahuanaco: Ruins of the capital city of a great civilisation, dating back to 1500 BC, but becoming a centre of culture only about 300 BC. After about 400 AD the empire expanded to take in large parts of present-day Peru, Bolivia and Chile on the west coast. Their success was based on highly effective agricultural innovation. In about 1000 AD the civilisation was virtually wiped out by continuing drought, the remnants being incorporated into the Inca empire around 1450 AD. These people had no written language and their name is unknown.

View of the entire Kalasasaya area from the top of the Akapana Pyramid.
Keywords: High Andes, Tiahuanacu, excavations, archeology, historical site, archeological site

PMR104K-08
Bolivia, Tiwanaku or Tiahuanaco: Ruins of the capital city of a great civilisation, dating back to 1500 BC, but becoming a centre of culture only about 300 BC. After about 400 AD the empire expanded to take in large parts of present-day Peru, Bolivia and Chile on the west coast. Their success was based on highly effective agricultural innovation. In about 1000 AD the civilisation was virtually wiped out by continuing drought, the remnants being incorporated into the Inca empire around 1450 AD. These people had no written language and their name is unknown.

The walls of the Kalasasaya, incorporating standing stones at regular intervals. (partially reconstructed)
Keywords: High Andes, Tiahuanacu, excavations, archeology, historical site, archeological site

PMR104K-07
Bolivia, Tiwanaku or Tiahuanaco: Ruins of the capital city of a great civilisation, dating back to 1500 BC, but becoming a centre of culture only about 300 BC. After about 400 AD the empire expanded to take in large parts of present-day Peru, Bolivia and Chile on the west coast. Their success was based on highly effective agricultural innovation. In about 1000 AD the civilisation was virtually wiped out by continuing drought, the remnants being incorporated into the Inca empire around 1450 AD. These people had no written language and their name is unknown.

Cornerstone of the rectangular walls of the Kalasasaya. (partially reconstructed)
Keywords: High Andes, Tiahuanacu, excavations, archeology, historical site, archeological site

PMR104K-06
Bolivia, Tiwanaku or Tiahuanaco: Ruins of the capital city of a great civilisation, dating back to 1500 BC, but becoming a centre of culture only about 300 BC. After about 400 AD the empire expanded to take in large parts of present-day Peru, Bolivia and Chile on the west coast. Their success was based on highly effective agricultural innovation. In about 1000 AD the civilisation was virtually wiped out by continuing drought, the remnants being incorporated into the Inca empire around 1450 AD. These people had no written language and their name is unknown.

The inside walls of the semi-subterranean temple are studded with 175 carved stone heads, all different.
Keywords: High Andes, archeological site, historical site, archeology, excavations, Tiahuanacu

PMR104K-05
Bolivia, Tiwanaku or Tiahuanaco: Ruins of the capital city of a great civilisation, dating back to 1500 BC, but becoming a centre of culture only about 300 BC. After about 400 AD the empire expanded to take in large parts of present-day Peru, Bolivia and Chile on the west coast. Their success was based on highly effective agricultural innovation. In about 1000 AD the civilisation was virtually wiped out by continuing drought, the remnants being incorporated into the Inca empire around 1450 AD. These people had no written language and their name is unknown.

At the equinoxes the sun's rays shone through the main entrance to the Kalasasaya, on to the priest monolith. In the foreground the semi-subterranean temple.
Keywords: High Andes, Tiahuanacu, excavations, archeology, historical site, archeological site

PMR104K-04
Bolivia, Tiwanaku or Tiahuanaco: Ruins of the capital city of a great civilisation, dating back to 1500 BC, but becoming a centre of culture only about 300 BC. After about 400 AD the empire expanded to take in large parts of present-day Peru, Bolivia and Chile on the west coast. Their success was based on highly effective agricultural innovation. In about 1000 AD the civilisation was virtually wiped out by continuing drought, the remnants being incorporated into the Inca empire around 1450 AD. These people had no written language and their name is unknown.

One of the remarkable walls of the "Temple of Standing Stones" or "Kalasasaya". (partially reconstructed)
Keywords: High Andes, Tiahuanacu, excavations, archeology, historical site, archeological site

PMR102K-24
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. View of the city from the belvedere at the base of the giant figure of Christ.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, El Morro, Cape Arica

PMR102K-23
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. View of the city from the belvedere at the base of the giant figure of Christ.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, El Morro, Cape Arica

PMR102K-22
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. The Port Authority Building, from Plaza Colón.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, architecture, public buildings

PMR102K-21
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. View of the city and El Morro (the Bluff) from a beach to the west.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, cape, Cape Arica, Christ figure

PMR102K-20
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. Hundreds of Grey Gulls, egrets, pelicans and other wading birds on a beach to the west of the city, with breaking waves in the background.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, water birds, ornithology, bird life, flora and fauna

PMR102K-19
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. Chilean flag on El Morro (the Bluff) with one of many Turkey Vultures (Cathartes Aura) flying over.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, cape, national flag, raptor, ornithology

PMR102K-18
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. El Morro (the Bluff), the landmark of the city, is laid out as a park above.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, cape, geology

PMR102K-17
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. Equestrian statue of Bernardo O'Higgins (1778-1842) the liberator of Chile from the Spaniards, in the Plaza Colón.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, monument, national hero

PMR102K-15
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. La Aduana (customs house) also designed by Gustave Eiffel, now houses the Cultural Centre.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, architecture, public buildings

PMR102K-14
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. Calle 21 de Mayo, a pedestrian precinct, is a mecca for tourists.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, shopping, souvenir shops, street kiosks

PMR102K-13
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. Bust of Cristobal Colón (Christopher Columbus) backed by a red bougainvillea in the Plaza Colón.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, monument, statue, sculpture

PMR102K-12
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. Plaza Colon and the iron-framed Cathedral of San Marcos, designed by Gustave Eiffel, and transported to Arica from Peru after an earthquake had destroyed the city.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, religious architecture, Catholic, church

PMR102K-11
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru. Here: a Neotropic Cormorant (Phalocrocorax brasilianus) perches on the bole of a palm tree.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, birds, Ornithology, wildlife, flora and fauna

PMR102K-07
Chile, Parinacota: one of the isolated green valleys running inland from the coast in the Atacama Desert.
Keywords: landscape, oasis

PMR096K-06
Cyprus, Mandria: weathered cliffs and shingle beach on the south coast.
Keywords: landscape, ebb tide, coastscape

PMR088K-34
Montenegro: the coast south of Sveti Stefan, lined by threatening clouds.
Keywords: coastline, landscape, meteorological, meteorology

PMR088K-20
Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: part of Fort St. John, with a view of the coast to the south, and speed boat.
Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval

PMR088K-06
Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: view down on the city, with harbour and fortifications, from the coast road.
Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval

PMR086K-19
Croatia, Dalmatia, Lukovo: the island of Kur in aquamarine waters seen from the barren Adriatic coast.
Keywords: Yugoslavia, Adriatic Sea, archipelago

PMR083K-20
Cyprus, Cape Gréko: the rocky coast at Cape Gréko, lapped by crystal clear waters of startling blue.
Keywords: aquamarine

PMR081K-14
Tunisia: Sidi Bou Said, the famous blue and white town, beloved of artists, where Klee, Macke and Moilliet sojourned in 1914. View over the town and luxuriant coast towards Cap Bon and the Gulf of Tunis.
Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb, architecture

PMR053K-32
Gibraltar: View from O'Hara's Battery on the Upper Rock along the east coast, with Sandy Bay and Eastern Beach.

PMR049K-20
Cyprus: Petra tou Romiou, the birthplace of Aphrodite, on the south-west coast of Cyprus.

PMR048K-36
Guatemala, San Pedro La Laguna: Lago de Atitlan/Lake Atitlan, lying high in the volcano belt near the Pacific coast, and surrounded by volcanoes, is regarded by many as the world's most beautiful lake. Here, the main street of San Pedro La Laguna, leading down to the jetty, with the lake beyond.

PMR048K-35
Guatemala, San Pedro La Laguna: Lago de Atitlan/Lake Atitlan, lying high in the volcano belt near the Pacific coast, and surrounded by volcanoes, is regarded by many as the world's most beautiful lake. Here, a Coral Tree (Erythrina bidwilii) by the lake.

PMR048K-34
Guatemala, San Pedro La Laguna: Lago de Atitlan/Lake Atitlan, lying high in the volcano belt near the Pacific coast, and surrounded by volcanoes, is regarded by many as the world's most beautiful lake. Here, coffee beans drying in the sun, in San Pedro La Laguna.

PMR048K-33
Guatemala, San Pedro La Laguna: Lago de Atitlan/Lake Atitlan, lying high in the volcano belt near the Pacific coast, and surrounded by volcanoes, is regarded by many as the world's most beautiful lake. Here, a pile coffee bean husks, to be used as cattle fodder, in San Pedro La Laguna.

PMR048K-32
Guatemala, San Pedro La Laguna: Lago de Atitlan/Lake Atitlan, lying high in the volcano belt near the Pacific coast, and surrounded by volcanoes, is regarded by many as the world's most beautiful lake. Here, coffee beans being washed, in San Pedro La Laguna.

PMR048K-31
Guatemala, San Pedro La Laguna: Lago de Atitlan/Lake Atitlan, lying high in the volcano belt near the Pacific coast, and surrounded by volcanoes, is regarded by many as the world's most beautiful lake. Here, coffee beans, before roasting, in San Pedro La Laguna.

PMR048K-30
Guatemala, San Pedro La Laguna: Lago de Atitlan/Lake Atitlan, lying high in the volcano belt near the Pacific coast, and surrounded by volcanoes, is regarded by many as the world's most beautiful lake. Here, coffee beans, after being washed out of their husks, in San Pedro La Laguna.

PMR048K-29
Guatemala, San Pedro La Laguna: Lago de Atitlan/Lake Atitlan, lying high in the volcano belt near the Pacific coast, and surrounded by volcanoes, is regarded by many as the world's most beautiful lake. Here, San Pedro La Laguna, a Tzutuhil village, provides moorings for visiting boats.

PMR048K-28
Guatemala, Panajachel: Lago de Atitlan/Lake Atitlan, lying high in the volcano belt near the Pacific coast, and surrounded by volcanoes, is regarded by many as the world's most beautiful lake. Here, the first clouds of the day begin to form on Volcan Toliman.

PMR048K-27
Guatemala, Panajachel: Lago de Atitlan/Lake Atitlan, lying high in the volcano belt near the Pacific coast, and surrounded by volcanoes, is regarded by many as the world's most beautiful lake. Here, dwellings clinging to the steep side of the volcano, above the lake.

PMR048K-26
Guatemala, Panajachel: Lago de Atitlan/Lake Atitlan, lying high in the volcano belt near the Pacific coast, and surrounded by volcanoes, is regarded by many as the world's most beautiful lake. Here Volcan Toliman (3158 metres high), with passing speed boat.

PMR048K-25
Guatemala, Panajachel: Lago de Atitlan/Lake Atitlan, lying high in the volcano belt near the Pacific coast, and surrounded by volcanoes, is regarded by many as the world's most beautiful lake. Here, pleasure boats leave from Panajachel for trips on the lake.

PMR029K-21
Australia, Queensland, Maroochydore: Rainbow Lorikeets (Trichoglossus haematodus).
Keywords: ornithology, Sunshine Coast, parrots, wild life, birds

PMR029K-20
Australia, Queensland, Maroochydore: Rainbow Lorikeet (Trichoglossus haematodus).
Keywords: ornithology, birds, wild life, parrots, Sunshine Coast

PMR027K-20
Australia, Western Australia: Erupting "blowholes" at Point Quobba, near Carnarvon.
Keywords: geology, tidal phenomena, breaking waves, surf, spray, rocky coast

PMR027K-01
Australia, Western Australia: "Mushroom Rock" on the rocky coast near Kalbarri.
Keywords: geology

PMR026K-36
Australia, Wesatern Australia: The red, rocky coast north of Kalbarri.
Keywords: geology

PMR026K-35
Australia, Western Australia, Kalbarri: Coast and beach near Kalbarri, from Red Bluff Lookout.
Keywords: geology, rocky coast

PMR026K-17
Australia, Victoria, Port Campbell: Natural rock arch near Loch Ard Gorge in Port Campbell National Park.
Keywords: geology, Shipwreck Coast, cliffs, erosion, rocky coast, pinacles, rock formations

PMR026K-15
Australia, Victoria, Port Campbell: Aerial view of four of the "Twelve Apostles" and the Great Ocean Road in Port Campbell National Park.
Keywords: geology, Shipwreck Coast, cliffs, erosion, rocky coast, pinacles, rock formations

PMR026K-14
Australia, Victoria, Port Campbell: Aerial view along the "Shipwreck Coast", with the Twelve Apostles visible in the distance, in Port Campbell National Park.
Keywords: geology, fantastic shapes, Shipwreck Coast, cliffs, erosion, rocky coast, pinacles, rock formations

PMR026K-13
Australia, Victoria, Port Campbell: Aerial view along the "Shipwreck Coast", with the Twelve Apostles visible in the distance, in Port Campbell National Park.
Keywords: geology, Shipwreck Coast, cliffs, erosion, rocky coast, pinacles, rock formations

PMR026K-12
Australia, Victoria, Port Campbell: Aerial view of Loch Ard Gorge and natural rock arches in Port Campbell National Park.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, pinacles, rocky coast, erosion, cliffs, Shipwreck Coast

PMR026K-11
Australia, Victoria, Port Campbell: The spectacular "Twelve Apostles" in Port Campbell National Park.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, pinacles, rocky coast, erosion, cliffs, Shipwreck Coast

PMR026K-10
Australia, Victoria, Port Campbell: The spectacular "Twelve Apostles" in Port Campbell National Park.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, pinacles, rocky coast, erosion, cliffs, Shipwreck Coast

PMR026K-09
Australia: Rocky coast near Apollo Bay, Victoria.
Keywords: geology, rock formations

PMR024K-30
Australia: First glimpse of a continent! Crossing the coast of Western Australia, as seen from the aircraft.
Keywords: aerial views

PMR031K-16
Cyprus: Rocky cove on the Akamas Peninsula, on the north-west coast, with waves dashing against the rocks.
Keywords: surf, sea spray, pebble beach, rock formations

PMR031K-15
Cyprus: Rocky cove on the Akamas Peninsula, on the north-west coast.
Keywords: surf, sea spray, pebble beach, rock formations

PMR030K-24
USA, Hawaii, Oahu: Red-footed Booby (Sula sula) recovering from injuries in the Sea Life Park on the south-east coast of Oahu.
Keywords: ornithology, birds, sea birds, bird-hospital, wild life

PMR030K-21
USA, Hawaii, Oahu: Crouching Lion Rock on the east coast of Oahu.
Keywords: tropical vegetation, rocky cliffs

PMR030K-20
USA, Hawaii, Oahu: Sunset beach on the north coast of Oahu, with palm trees and sunbathers in the foreground.
Keywords: bathing, swimming, sunbathing, silver sand

PMR030K-19
USA, Hawaii, Oahu: Sunset beach on the north coast of Oahu.
Keywords: bathing, swimming, sunbathing, silver sand

PMR073K-16
Spain, Lanzarote: view of part of the island of La Graciosa and the narrow strait, from the Mirador del Rio, built into the cliffs on the north coast of Lanzarote by César Manrique.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, volcanic

PMR073K-15
Spain, Lanzarote: View of the island of La Graciosa from the Mirador del Rio lookout built into the cliffs on the north coast of Lanzarote, with the Salinas del Rio saltpans visible far below.
Keywords: Canary Islands, panorama, volcanic, straits

PMR071K-07
Turkey, Lycia, Kalkan: Motor yacht at sunset anchored in a bay on the Mediterranean coast near Kalkan.
Keywords: evening calm, restful, peaceful, Lycia

PMR071K-06
Turkey, Lycia, Kalkan: Motor yacht at sunset anchored in a bay on the Mediterranean coast near Kalkan.
Keywords: evening calm, restful, peaceful, Lycia

PMR069K-20
Turkey, Lycia, Fethiye: The harbour of Fethiye, one of the major tourist resorts on the south coast of Turkey, which stands on the site of the antique "Telmessos", from the deck of a large yacht.
Keywords: Lycia

PMR068K-33
Turkey: Marmaris goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time. Here: yachts at their moorings with the kalesi (fortress) built by Suleiman the Magnificent in 1522 in the background.
Keywords: tourist attraction, sunshine, Mediterranean resort, marina, holiday resort, Turkish carpet centre, sailing, yachting, oriental

PMR068K-32
Turkey: Marmaris goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time. Here: a carpet emporium and a ceramics stall, typical temptations for the visitor.
Keywords: tourist attraction, oriental, yachting, sailing, Turkish carpet centre, holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sunshine

PMR068K-31
Turkey: Marmaris goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time. Here: the river estuary, with small boat moorings, and footbridge in the background.
Keywords: tourist attraction, reflections, oriental, yachting, sailing, Turkish carpet centre, holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sunshine

PMR068K-30
Turkey: Marmaris goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time. Here: yachts at their moorings overlooked by rows of new houses.
Keywords: tourist attraction, oriental, yachting, sailing, Turkish carpet centre, holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sunshine

PMR068K-29
Turkey: Marmaris goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time. Here: Fortress Hill, seen from Netsel Marina, across the harbour, with speedboat in the foreground.
Keywords: tourist attraction, reflections, sunshine, Mediterranean resort, marina, holiday resort, Turkish carpet centre, sailing, yachting, oriental

PMR068K-28
Turkey: Marmaris goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time. Here: display of carpets before the "Silk Road" Emporium.
Keywords: tourist attraction, sunshine, Mediterranean resort, marina, holiday resort, Turkish carpet centre, sailing, yachting, oriental

PMR068K-27
Turkey: Marmaris goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time. Here: some of the larger yachts at their moorings, with anglers in the foreground.
Keywords: tourist attraction, sunshine, Mediterranean resort, marina, holiday resort, Turkish carpet centre, sailing, yachting, oriental

PMR068K-26
Turkey: Marmaris goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time. Here: view of the promenade, with a memorial (left) dedicated to the wives of the fishermen.
Keywords: tourist attraction, oriental, yachting, sailing, Turkish carpet centre, holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sunshine

PMR068K-25
Turkey, Marmaris goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time. Here: a footbridge between the beach and the yacht harbour, with small boats in the foreground.
Keywords: tourist attraction, oriental, yachting, sailing, Turkish carpet centre, holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sunshine

PMR068K-24
Turkey: Marmaris goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time. Here: part of the beach, with the yacht harbour in the background.
Keywords: tourist attraction, sunshine, Mediterranean resort, marina, holiday resort, Turkish carpet centre, sailing, yachting, oriental, sand, sunshades, sunbathing

PMR068K-23
Turkey: Marmaris goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time. Here: a line-up of some of the largest yachts which offer cruises to Antalya and back.
Keywords: tourist attraction, oriental, yachting, sailing, Turkish carpet centre, holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sunshine

PMR066K-13
Cyprus, Paphos: The limestone cliffs of a headland on the coast, east of Coral Bay.
Keywords: geology

PMR066K-09
Cyprus, Paphos, Coral Bay: View of the much eroded coast, looking towards Sea Caves.

PMR061K-25
Bulgaria, Bliznaci: Bitch with puppy at a guesthouse on the Black Sea coast, about 20 kilometres south of Varna.

PMR061K-04
Romania, Northern Dobruja: Volvo and tent on campsite at Navodari on the Black Sea coast.

PMR427-12
Madeira, Ribeira Brava: the town, sited at the foot of a cliff on the south coast, is separated from the Ponta do Sol by a number of road tunnels. The road to Sao Vicente, which bisects the island, starts here. View of the luxuriant garden of the town hall, with roses and jacaranda.
Keywords: island, semi-tropical, resort, lush, luxuriant, flowers

PMR427-11
Madeira, Ribeira Brava: the town, sited at the foot of a cliff on the south coast, is separated from the Ponta do Sol by a number of road tunnels. The road to Sao Vicente, which bisects the island, starts here. View along the valley, towards the centre of the island.
Keywords: island, semi-tropical, resort, lush, luxuriant, flowers

PMR427-10
Madeira, Ribeira Brava: the town, sited at the foot of a cliff on the south coast, is separated from the Ponta do Sol by a number of road tunnels. The road to Sao Vicente, which bisects the island, starts here.
Keywords: island, semi-tropical, resort, lush, luxuriant, flowers

PMR427-07
Madeira, Penha de Aguia (Eagle Rock): it is said that eagles used to nest on the sheer walls of this massif, standing, isolated, on the north coast.
Keywords: island, landscape, monolith, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical

PMR427-06
Madeira, Faial: nestling in the mouth of a valley on the north coast, the town is dominated by its modern church.
Keywords: island, cultivation, agriculture, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical

PMR394-04
New Zealand, South Island: Pancake Rocks (stratified limestone) and blowholes at Punakaiki on the west coast. An inland "cauldron" created by the sea coming through the tunnel with great force.
Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori, geology, geological

PMR394-03
New Zealand, South Island: Pancake Rocks (stratified limestone) and blowholes at Punakaiki on the west coast.
Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori, geology, geological

PMR393-08
New Zealand, North Island, New Plymouth: park and coast, with two of the "submerged volcano" islands on the horizon.
Keywords: antipodes, Maori, landscape, picturesque

PMR393-06
New Zealand, North Island: the strange, hilly countryside of the "King Country" near the west coast.
Keywords: antipodes, Maori, landscape, picturesque

PMR389-12
New Zealand: the lighthouse on Cape Reinga, the northernmost tip of North Island. According to Maori legend, souls of the dead depart from here to their homeland, "Hawaiki".
Keywords: antipodes, coast, landscape, picturesque

PMR389-08
Australia, New South Wales, Sydney: view from the aircraft of part of Botany Bay (Frenchmans Bay) and the South Pacific, with La Perouse in the centre, bottom of the picture.
Keywords: coast, aerial view, picturesque, coastline

PMR389-06
Australia, Sydney: a deserted Bondi Beach in mid-winter.
Keywords: antipodes, sand, seaside, coast, landscape

PMR389-05
Australia, Sydney: the beach at Congwong Bay, La Perouse and part of Botany Bay.
Keywords: antipodes, seaside, coast, landscape

PMR388-04
Australia, New South Wales, Byron Bay: the tip of Cape Byron, where dolphins are frequently to be seen, sporting in the surf.
Keywords: natural, picturesque, coastline, coast, wildlife, flora and fauna, bush, nature

PMR388-03
Australia, New South Wales: the lighthouse on Cape Byron, "the most easterly point of the Australian mainland".
Keywords: natural, nature, bush, flora and fauna, wildlife, coast, coastline, picturesque

PMR388-02
Australia, New South Wales: miles of empty beach at Byron Bay.
Keywords: natural, nature, bush, flora and fauna, wildlife, coast, coastline, picturesque

PMR386-11
Australia, Queensland, Goldcoast: view along the coast from Burleigh Heads.
Keywords: resort, development, seaside, holidays, beaches

PMR384-01
Australia, Queensland: deserted beach at Yorkey's Knob on the Marlin Coast, about ten kilometres north of Cairns.
Keywords: outback, wildlife, flora and fauna, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR376-05
Australia, Victoria: The "Shipwreck Coast" in Port Campbell National Park: the Twelve Apostles on a winter's afternoon.
Keywords: cliffs, limestone, rock pinnacles, caves, coastline, erosion, geology, strata, natural holes, natural bridges, natural phenomena

PMR565-7
Hawaii, Ka'a'awa: typical scenery on the north-east coast of Oahu, with palm tree in the foreground.
Keywords: tropical paradise, luxuriant vegetation

PMR557-5
Australia, Western Australia, Carnarvon, Point Quobba: incoming waves compress air through vents in the volcanic rock and water is erupted up to 20 metres in the air.
Keywords: tropical, blow-holes, spray, sea coast, white water

PMR557-4
Australia, Western Australia, Carnarvon. Point Quobba: incoming waves compress air through vents in the volcanic rock and water is erupted up to 20 metres in the air.
Keywords: tropical, blow-holes, spray, sea coast, white water

PMR557-3
Australia, Western Australia, Carnarvon, Point Quobba: incoming waves compress air through vents in the volcanic rock and water is erupted up to 20 metres in the air.
Keywords: tropical, blow-holes, spray, sea coast, white water

PMR557-2
Australia, Western Australia, Carnarvon, Point Quobba: incoming waves compress air through vents in the volcanic rock and water is erupted up to 20 metres in the air.
Keywords: tropical, white water, sea coast, spray, blow-holes

PMR556-5
Australia, Western Australia, Walpole: Tree Top Walk in the Valley of the Giants (Karri Trees) near the Rainbow Coast, from where the life in the tree canopy can be watched.
Keywords: tropical, aerial way, rain forest, ecology

PMR556-1
Australia, Victoria: The "Shipwreck Coast" in Port Campbell National Park: view of the limestone cliffs and along the coast from a flower-covered clifftop.
Keywords: cliffs, limestone, rock pinnacles, caves, coastline, erosion, geology, strata, natural holes, natural bridges, natural phenomena

PMR555-9
Australia, Victoria: The "Shipwreck Coast" in Port Campbell National Park: aerial view of the fantastic rock formations, with Loch Ard Gorge in the centre, where 51 people died in the wreck of the "Loch Ard" in 1878, and where a memorial now stands.
Keywords: cliffs, limestone, rock pinnacles, caves, coastline, erosion, geology, strata, natural holes, natural bridges, natural phenomena

PMR555-8
Australia, Victoria: The "Shipwreck Coast" in Port Campbell National Park: aerial view of the coast, with the Twelve Apostles in the distance.
Keywords: cliffs, limestone, rock pinnacles, caves, coastline, erosion, geology, strata, natural holes, natural bridges, natural phenomena

PMR555-7
Australia, Victoria: The "Shipwreck Coast" in Port Campbell National Park: the Twelve Apostles, with part of the public viewing platform.
Keywords: cliffs, natural phenomena, natural bridges, natural holes, strata, geology, erosion, coastline, caves, rock pinnacles, limestone

PMR555-6
Australia, Victoria: The "Shipwreck Coast" in Port Campbell National Park: the Twelve Apostles, standing more or less in line.
Keywords: cliffs, natural phenomena, natural bridges, natural holes, strata, geology, erosion, coastline, caves, rock pinnacles, limestone

PMR555-4
Australia, Victoria: The "Shipwreck Coast" in Port Campbell National Park: two of the rock pinnacles comprising the Twelve Apostles.
Keywords: cliffs, natural phenomena, natural bridges, natural holes, strata, geology, erosion, coastline, caves

PMR555-12
Australia, Victoria: The "Shipwreck Coast" in Port Campbell National Park: two of the yellow limestone natural arches near Loch Ard Gorge.
Keywords: cliffs, limestone, rock pinnacles, caves, coastline, erosion, geology, strata, natural holes, natural bridges, natural phenomena

PMR555-11
Australia, Victoria: The "Shipwreck Coast" in Port Campbell National Park: aerial view of the Twelve Apostles and the Great Ocean Road.
Keywords: cliffs, limestone, rock pinnacles, natural phenomena, natural bridges, natural holes, strata, geology, erosion, coastline, caves

PMR555-10
Australia, Victoria: The "Shipwreck Coast" in Port Campbell National Park: aerial view of the Twelve Apostles and the Great Ocean Road, with new car park and pedestrian underpass.
Keywords: cliffs, limestone, rock pinnacles, natural phenomena, natural bridges, natural holes, strata, geology, erosion, coastline, caves

PMR555-05
Australia, Victoria: The "Shipwreck Coast" in Port Campbell National Park: the Twelve Apostles,
Keywords: cliffs, limestone, rock pinnacles, caves, coastline, erosion, geology, strata, natural holes, natural bridges, natural phenomena

PMR639-08
Macedonia, Ohrid: bathers in the rocky bay of Kaneo on Lake Ohrid, adjacent to the church of St. John (Sv. Jovan) Kaneo.
Keywords: bathing, sunbathing, coast, swimming, beach

PMR637-06
Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: view of the city from the coast road, with the harbour, St. John Fort, and the city ramparts.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, impregnable, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port

PMR637-05
Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: Holland-Amerika Line cruise ship "Zuiderdam" in the harbour, with the Franjo Tudjman cable-stayed bridge, built in 1999-2001, carrying the coast road on the left.
Keywords: cruise liners, suspension bridge

PMR633-9
Cyprus: A catamaran moored at barren Cape Greko in the south east of the island.
Keywords: coast, bay, rocky

PMR633-11
Cyprus: The barren, rocky coast near the tip of the Karpas Peninsula, lapped by crystal-clear waters.
Keywords: coast, bay, rocky

PMR633-10
Cyprus: The flags of Turkey and the Turkish Republic of Cyprus fly together on a prominence on the tip of the Karpas Peninsula in the north east of the island.
Keywords: coast, bay, rocky, crystal waters

PMR632-05
Cyprus, Episkopi: Kensington Cliffs on the south coast, adjoining the Episcopi Sovreign Base area, nesting site of many Eleonora's Falcons.
Keywords: bay, breeding site, rocky coast, cove

PMR628-04
Spain, Lanzarote, Canary Islands: black, volcanic larva studs the sandy beach on the north-east coast where the larva stream from the volcano Monte Corona ran directly into the sea.
Keywords: vocano, eruption, magma

PMR626-07
Spain, Lanzarote: Mirador del Rio: view of the island of La Graciosa with its tiny harbour of Caleta del Sebo, from the lookout built into the cliffs on the north coast by Cesar Manrique. The saltpans "Salinas del Rio" are visible at the foot of the cliff.
Keywords: volcanic landscape, straits, panoramic view, barren, volcano, Canary Islands

PMR623-04
Turkey, Lycia, Kas: The picturesque town of Kas (pop. about 8000) lies on the site of the Greek city of antiquity, Antiphellos in a pleasant bay on the south Turkish coast. Here: hauling in the anchor of a motor yacht, prior to leaving the harbour.
Keywords: ex Greek settlements, yachting fraternity, maritime, yachts

PMR623-03
Turkey, Lycia, Kas: The picturesque town of Kas (pop. about 8000) lies on the site of the Greek city of antiquity, Antiphellos in a pleasant bay on the south Turkish coast. Here: handmade Turkish carpets displayed for sale on the wall of a shop near the waterfront.
Keywords: ex Greek settlements

PMR623-02
Turkey, Lycia, Kas: The picturesque town of Kas (pop. about 8000) lies on the site of the Greek city of antiquity, Antiphellos in a pleasant bay on the south Turkish coast. Here: a large motor yacht manoeuvering into the tiny harbour.
Keywords: ex Greek settlements, yachting fraternity, maritime, yachts

PMR605-08
Malta, Ghar Hasan: entrance to this cave, fount of legends, is about 70 metres above the sea, reached by a narrow path cut into the cliff.
Keywords: cave, coast, cliffs

PMR597-12
Cyprus: Petra tou Romiou, the rock where Aphrodite was born,on the south west coast of Cyprus, with view of the beach.

PMR597-11
Cyprus, Petra tou Romiou: birthplace of Aphrodite on the south west coast of Cyprus, with boat in the foreground.

PMR577-05
Cyprus, Paphos: View of the coast south from Pegeia, towards Paphos, with many new developments in the foreground.

PMR666-12
Thailand, Pattaya: view of new developments on the Jomtien coast from the tower of Pattaya Park Beach Hotel (240 metres high).
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples

PMR661-04
USA, Oregon, Newport: rocks in the sea and the rocky coast at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area.
Keywords: cliffs, rugged coast, coastline, deserted shore, breakers, beach

PMR661-03
USA, Oregon: Heceta Head Lighthouse has a light 205 feet above sea level, to the right - Heceta House, formerly the lighthousekeepers' accommodation.
Keywords: cliffs, white water, surf, rugged coast, coastline, deserted shore, breakers, beach

PMR661-02
USA, Oregon, Port Orford: Battle Rock and the beach; the site of a major battle with the natives in 1851.
Keywords: countryside, rugged coast, coastline, deserted shore, breakers, beach, cliffs

PMR661-01
USA, Oregon: breakers and surf pound the beach in a rocky cove near Arches Rock.
Keywords: cliffs, rugged coast, coastline, deserted shore, breakers, beach

PMR660-12
USA, Oregon: rocks and beach south of Pistol River, with pampas grass in the foreground.
Keywords: countryside, rugged coast, coastline, breakers, beach, cliffs

PMR660-11
USA, Oregon, Port Orford: Battle Rock and the beach, looking south; the site of a major battle with the natives in 1851.
Keywords: countryside, rugged coast, coastline, deserted shore, breakers, beach, cliffs

PMR660-09
USA, Oregon: view of beach and breakers from Oswald West State Park.
Keywords: countryside, rugged coast, coastline, deserted shore, breakers, beach, cliffs

PMR654-06
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru.
A fountain on the seafront, with El Morro (the bluff) in the background.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, Arica Cape, street scene

PMR654-05
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru.
El Morro (the bluff), landmark of Arica, upon which a park has been laid out, and where the military museum is to be found.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, town park, Arica Cape, cape

PMR654-04
Chile, Parinacota, Arica: Founded by the Spanish in 1541, the city is surrounded by the Atacama Desert, enjoys minimal rainfall, and is known as "the city of eternal spring, where the sun shines every day". Until 1880 it was part of Peru.
The Cathedral of San Marcos, in Plaza Colon, is built around an iron frame, designed by Gustave Eiffel, and was transported from Peru after a tidal wave destroyed all the churches in Arica.
Keywords: Pacific Coast, street scene, Catholic church, religious architecture, Columbus Square

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