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PMR-D11754 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: T7-GFA Bombardier CL600-2A12 Challenger 601 (c/n 3025) of Golden Falcon Aviation, Kuwait, being dismantled for scrap at Munich's Franz Josef Strauss airport. Keywords: aeroplane, air transport, aircraft, airplane, aviation, business jet, executive jet
PMR-D13065 Germany, Berlin, Schonefeld: TC-TIM Cessna 421C Golden Eagle (c/n 0246) of Topair at the Internationale Luftfahrt Ausstellung (ILA1994). Keywords: aeroplane, air transport, aircraft, airplane, aviation
PMR-D10629 Germany, Bavaria, Augsburg: D-IDTH Cessna 421C Golden Eagle (c/n 1062) at Augsburg airport. Keywords: aircraft, aeroplane, airplane, aviation, air transport
PMR-D9315 Austria, Upper Austria, Linz: OE-FVW Cessna 421B Golden Eagle (c/n 0647). Keywords: aircraft, air transport, aviation, airplane, aeroplane
PMR-D9275 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: D-IFLM Cessna 421B Golden Eagle (c/n 0045). Keywords: aircraft, aeroplane, airplane, aviation, air transport
PMR-D9715 Germany, Bavaria, Augsburg: G-IFIK Cessna 421C Golden Eagle (c/n 1115) at Augsburg airport. Keywords: aircraft, aeroplane, airplane, aviation, airliner, air transport

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PMR143-01 Bulgaria, Sofia: the little "Russian" church, Sv. Nicolai, with its golden cupolas, was built in 1913. Keywords: capital city, metropolis, architecture, heritage, culture, Christian, Orthodox, colourful
PMR132-09 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: "beer and sausage" at a pavement cafe in the old town, with the "Goldenes Dachl" (Golden Roof) in the background. Keywords: picturesque, eating, meal, snack, restaurant, pedestrian zone, tourists
PMR070-05 Italy, Venice: golden facade of St. Mark's Basilica with the bronze horses brought from Constantinople in 1204 Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO
PMR-D11871 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): the setting sun reflected in the River Ryck in Wieck, part of Greifswald. Keywords: colourful, culture, golden, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing, sunset, yachts
PMR041-08 Czechoslovakia, Prague: "Golden Lane", within the walls of the castle, formerly mini-houses of the castle gunners and goldbeaters, now tourist boutiques. Keywords: architecture, quaint, colourful, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D10586 Flowers of Early Golden Rod (Solidago gigantea) in southern Bavaria. Keywords: plants, nature, wild flowers, botany, phytography
PMR-D8277 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Market Place (Marktplatz) with the Golden Eagle fountain in the foreground.. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D7958 Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: Marienkapelle (St Mary's Chapel), built between 1377 and 1480 in Gothic style. The western doorway, or Goldene Pforte, was constructed after 1430 and the tympanum depicts the Last Judgement. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D7696 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the snow-covered Bavarian Alps. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, mist, landscape, alpine, golden, first light, sunlight
PMR-D7695 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, mist, landscape, alpine, golden, first light, sunlight
PMR-D7694 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the snow-covered Bavarian Alps. Keywords: picturesque, mist, landscape, alpine, golden, first light, sunlight
PMR-D7692 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the Bavarian Alps, with wind turbine. Keywords: picturesque, mist, landscape, alpine, golden, first light, sunlight
PMR-D7691 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on Unterföhring power station. Keywords: picturesque, golden, first light, sunlight, chimneys
PMR-D6396 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: wrought-iron sign on the Hotel Gasthaus Goldene Krone. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6325 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: former "Golden Angel" Brewery, now a hotel, in Nördlinger Strasse, with the tower of St. George's Minster in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6055 Oman, Muscat: golden "coffee pot" feature, surrounded by flower beds, on a traffic island. Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D5997 Pacific Golden Plover (Pluvialis fulva) on the beach at Salalah, Oman. Keywords: birds, ornithology, fauna, wildlife, nature
PMR-D5883 Oman, Nizwa: exotic golden pavilion at the entrance to the East Soukh. Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade, architecture, colourful
PMR-D5786 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the village of Schliersee reflected in the calm waters of Lake Schlier, seen from the promenade. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful, fallen leaves, long shadows
PMR-D5785 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the village of Schliersee reflected in the calm waters of Lake Schlier, seen from the promenade. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful, fallen leaves, long shadows
PMR-D5784 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the village of Schliersee reflected in the calm waters of Lake Schlier. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful
PMR-D5781 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: church with onion dome, the graveyard, and war memorial. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful, cemetery
PMR-D5780 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: the parish church with large onion dome and trees in autumn foliage. Keywords: picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful, architecture
PMR-D5779 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: the parish church with large onion dome, the maypole, and trees in autumn foliage. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fallen leaves, fall, geraniums, Golden October, colourful
PMR-D5772 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: golden maple leaves, against a blue sky. Keywords: trees, turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall
PMR-D5332 Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: Tilla-Sheikh Mosque ("Golden Sheikh Mosque"), built 1856-7. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D4693 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: nobles supporting a golden naga which guards the entry steps to the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4692 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: facade of the Buddhist Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4691 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: monkeys supporting a golden naga which guards the entry steps to the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4690 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: some of the colourful murals depicting scenes from the life of Buddha in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, historic, heritage, fresco
PMR-D4689 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: shrine of the Buddhist Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island) Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage
PMR-D4635 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful Kinnara (half woman and half bird) in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis
PMR-D4634 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful stupas in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis
PMR-D4633 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful stupas in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis
PMR-D4632 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful stupas in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis
PMR-D4631 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful stupas in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis
PMR-D4630 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful stupas in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis
PMR-D4629 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful stupas in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis
PMR-D4404 Thailand, Phuket Island: palm trees, silhouetted against a golden sunset, on Mount Nagakerd. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, twilight
PMR-D4397 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The crematorium building viewed from the terrace of the vihara or chedi. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4396 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. One of the smaller meditation halls. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4395 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. Buddha figures convey a feeling of peace and serenity in the vihara or chedi. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4394 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. Buddha figures convey a feeling of peace and serenity in the vihara or chedi. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4393 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. Facade of the vihara or chedi. Visitors have access to the two floors and the terrace. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4392 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The approach to the vihara or chedi. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4391 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The ornate entry gate with the temple in the background. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4390 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The "ubosot" or prayer hall where ordinations are carried out. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4389 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. View of the main temple, with the belltower in the foreground. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4388 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The ornate tower which crowns the main temple. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4387 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. A closer view of the elegant spire of the chedi or vihara. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4386 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The main temple boasts 4 roof tiers. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4385 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. This vihara or chedi is filled with many diverse Buddha figures. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4361 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with the golden cupolas of its mosque, backed by massive karst cliffs. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4360 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with the golden cupolas of its mosque, backed by massive karst cliffs. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4353 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with long tail boats in the foreground, and the golden minarets of the mosque in the background. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4348 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4347 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4346 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there), seen from the sandy beach. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4345 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there), seen from the sandy beach. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4344 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4343 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4309 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: colourful gable on the Wat Phuttha Mongkhon Nimit Buddhist Temple. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4308 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Phuttha Mongkhon Nimit Buddhist Temple with golden stupas in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D4299 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: the separate bell tower, with "naga" in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4298 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: an ornate, gilded gable on the meditation hall. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4297 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: a row of "nagas" guarding the approach steps. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4296 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: closer view of the ornate gable. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4295 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: entrance to the "bot", surmounted by an ornate gable. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4294 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: three-headed "naga" guarding the approach steps. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4083 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: a golden field of hay awaiting harvest. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, landscape, agriculture, colourful, Franconia
PMR-D4082 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: a golden field of hay awaiting harvest. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, landscape, agriculture, colourful, Franconia
PMR-D4071 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: gilded figure of Apollo with four horses, on the dome of the Sun Temple, the centrepiece of the New Castle (1750) in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Markgravine Wilhelmina. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage, statue, gold, golden, sun, Baroque
PMR-D1177 People's Republic of China, Xining: view of Kumbum Monastery, with the roof of the Golden Tiled Temple visible. Keywords: architecture, Buddhist, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, colourful
PMR-D1010 Thailand, Chiang Mai: shrine with large golden Buddha figure in a secondary "wihaan" at Wat Phra Singh temple. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D0970 Myanmar, Bagan: the magnificent Shwezigon Paya at Nyaung U was bult in the 11th century during the reign of King Anawrahta. It served as the prototype for virtually all of the later stupas in Myanmar. Keywords: Buddhist, golden, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0941 Myanmar, Mandalay: golden paya reflected in the Thinga Yarzar Canal. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0912 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: two monks being photographed in front of the handsome golden zedi of Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high, with colourful tiled terrace in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0911 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the colourful tiled terrace and golden pavilions of Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0910 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the handsome golden zedi of Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high, showing the colourful tiled terrace. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0909 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the handsome golden zedi of Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0875 Myanmar, Mandalay: the enormous, 57-metre-high golden zedi of Kuthodaw Paya was built in the reign of King Mindon Min, and was based on the pagoda at Shwezigon Pya in Nyaung U. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0835 Myanmar, Yangon: the golden zedi of Sule Paya (46 metres high), from the platform. It probably dates back about 2 millennia. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR-D0789 Thailand, Bangkok: view of Wat Saket, on the Golden Mount, from Wat Rajanadda. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0787 Thailand, Bangkok: unusual prangs on the roof of Wat Rajanadda, from the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0786 Thailand, Bangkok: the shrine of Wat Saket Ratcha Wora Maha Wihan, built during the reigns of Rama III, IV and V, and completed in Carara marble in the early 20th century, stands atop the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0781 Thailand, Bangkok: line of prayer bells in Wat Saket on the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0780 Thailand, Bangkok: view of the city from the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, panorama, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0779 Thailand, Bangkok: the golden chedi of Wat Saket on the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0778 Thailand, Bangkok: Buddha shrine in Wat Saket on the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0695 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: newly gilded Holy Trinity column, erected in 1719 as a result of a vow made during the War of the Spanish Succession. Keywords: historical, cross, golden
PMR-D0637 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: the Great Golden Phra Stratana Chedi, erected in 1885 by King Chulalongkorn. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D0628 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a golden pang supported by colourful demons. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east
PMR-D0626 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a colourful demon supporting a golden prang. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, orient, far east
PMR-D0622 Thailand, Bangkok: Buddha's magnificent golden shrine in the bot of Wat Pho, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D0562 Thailand, Pattaya: 109-metre-high sculpture of Buddha on Khao Chi Chan rockface to commemorate the golden jubilee of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's rule. The seated image of Buddha subduing Mara recalls a Sukhothai and Lanna style image. Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist
PMR-D0541 Thailand, Pattaya: some of the gilded figures surrounding the huge golden figure of Buddha in Wat Big Buddha. Keywords: Siam, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque
PMR-D0540 Thailand, Pattaya: golden figure of Buddha in Wat Big Buddha. Keywords: Siam, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque
PMR-D0340 Germany, Upper Bavaria. The Butterfly House in Munich Botanical Gardens: chrysalises and newly-emerged butterflies, including Giant Wood Nymph (Idea leuconoe) (golden-coloured chrysalises), and Leopard Lacewings (Cethosia cyane) Keywords: Lepidoptera, chrysalis, coccoons, imago, colourful, exotic, insect
PMR345-07 India, New Delhi: the golden dome of the Bangla Sahib Gurdwara Temple, with Sikh family on the busy forecourt. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city
PMR326-11 USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the small Marly Palace, built to accommodate guests, viewed from the top of the Marly Cascade, or Golden Hill Cascade, which is adorned with statues of mythological figures. The fountain is one of the "Ménager" (i.e. economic - they are "hollow") Fountains. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, fountains, waterplay, statues, gardens, park, grounds, Peterhof
PMR326-10 USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the small Marly Palace, built to accommodate guests, viewed from the top of the Marly Cascade, or Golden Hill Cascade, which is adorned with statues of mythological figures. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, fountains, waterplay, statues, gardens, park, grounds, Peterhof
PMR326-04 USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the Palace Church in the East Pavilion has a golden cupola surmounted by a cross. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, Baroque, Peterhof
PMR324-07 USSR, Leningrad: Peter and Paul Fortress, with the golden spire of the cathedral reflected in the waters of the Kronverk Canal. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, fortifications, defence
PMR322-12 USSR, Leningrad: returning pleasure boat on the River Neva, with late afternoon sun illuminating the golden spire of the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in the distance. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, boat, river-cruiser, tourism, sightseeing, St. Petersburg
PMR322-01 USSR, Leningrad: Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral, built between 1712-33, contains the tombs of the Tsars. The golden spire is 122 metres high, by decree the highest building in Leningrad. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg
PMR319-09 USSR, Moscow: Belltower of Ivan the Great, 81 metres high, built in the early 16th century. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, monument, capital city, golden dome
PMR319-05 USSR, Moscow: Cathedral of the Annunciation (1484-89) within the Kremlin walls. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, golden, domes, Orthodox
PMR319-04 USSR, Moscow: Cathedral of the Annunciation (1484-89) within the Kremlin walls. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, golden, domes, Orthodox
PMR317-03 Poland, Cracow: the Royal Archcathedral Basilica of Saints Stanislaus and Wenceslaus on the Wawel Hill (Wawel Cathedral), completed in 1364 in Gothic style, but displays many later additions in a variety of styles. It contains the tombs of the Polish kings and queens. The golden dome denotes Sigismund's Chapel. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR310-06 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: field of golden dandelions, with Burg Randeck on the cliffs overlooking Essing. Typical scenery in the limestone Franconian Jura. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, limestone, jura, yellow
PMR298-07 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: half-timbered gables and oriels in the old quarter, with Hotel zum goldenen Hirsch (Golden Stag Hotel) in the centre. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene
PMR252-01 Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. The approach to the Polish War Cemetery, lined with golden cypruses. Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site
PMR250-12 Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. Grave of Gen. Wladislaw Anders, with approach, lined with golden cypruses, behind. Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site
PMR-D3519 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: timber-framed Hotel Goldener Stern in the Bäringerstrasse. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3509 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: fountain, surmounted by a golden eagle with outstretched wings (the heraldic symbol of Goslar) in the centre of the Marktplatz. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D1288 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the Golden Yak, a local landmark. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1277 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the Jokhang, dating from the 7th century, contains the most revered Budda image in all Tibet, the Jowo Sakymuni. Here: the upper storey and golden roof, from the courtyard. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1275 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: golden roof of the Jokhang with snow-covered Himalayas in the background. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1271 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the Jokhang, dating from the 7th century, contains the most revered Budda image in all Tibet, the Jowo Sakymuni. Here: the central courtyard, with golden figures on the roof holding strings of bells. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1245 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. View of golden-roofed Utse from a lookout above Hep Ri Hill. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1241 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. View of golden-roofed Utse from Hep Ri Hill, a revered spot. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1228 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. The Utse, with golden roof, is the central building of the mandala. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR187-08 Italy, Tuscany: a golden meadow in the Appian Alps with snow-capped Mount Cimone in the background. Keywords: mountains, nature, landscape, yellow, flowers, spring, Toscana
PMR171-05 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: view to the north from Twin Peaks over the San Francisco Peninsula, with the green mound of Buena Vista Park in the centre, the end of Golden Gate Park on the left, and Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama
PMR170-10 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: city skyline, seen from the north end of the Golden Gate Bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR169-08 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: bowling in Golden Gate Park, created out of sand dunes. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, sport, bowls, crown green
PMR169-07 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park, created out of sand dunes - here the pathway leads under a red, wooden bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR169-06 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park, created out of sand dunes - the lake, waterfall and pagodas, backed by eucalyptus trees, introduced from Australia. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, reflections
PMR169-05 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park, created out of sand dunes - a semi-circular bridge over the water. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR169-04 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: city skyline, seen from the south end of the Golden Gate Bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, surf, rocks, tide
PMR169-03 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, opened in 1937, until 1964 the longest suspension bridge in the world. View from the roof of the fort. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, engineering, link, artery
PMR169-02 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, opened in 1937, until 1964 the longest suspension bridge in the world. View inside the 19th century fort, built to deter the English from entering San Francisco Bay. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, engineering, link, artery, defence, fortifications
PMR169-01 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, opened in 1937, until 1964 the longest suspension bridge in the world. View from Fort Point. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, engineering, link, artery
PMR168-12 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, opened in 1937, until 1964 the longest suspension bridge in the world. View from Fort Point. The bridge was built incorporating a special span, to clear the historic fort. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, engineering, link, artery
PMR168-02 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, opened in 1937, until 1964 the longest suspension bridge in the world. View from the beach on the seaward side, with flower covered bank in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, engineering, link, artery
PMR168-01 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, opened in 1937, until 1964 the longest suspension bridge in the world. View from the beach on the seaward side. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, engineering, link, artery
PMR165-04 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel (Callospermophilus lateralis) at Bryce Point. Fully grown, it is about 25 cm. long. Keywords: nature, photogenic, Sciuridae, Mammalia, rodents, furry, fauna, wild animals
PMR165-03 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel (Callospermophilus lateralis) at Bryce Point. Fully grown, it is about 25 cm. long. Keywords: nature, photogenic, Sciuridae, Mammalia, rodents, furry, fauna, wild animals
PMR165-02 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel (Callospermophilus lateralis) at Bryce Point. Fully grown, it is about 25 cm. long. Keywords: nature, photogenic, Sciuridae, Mammalia, rodents, furry, fauna, wild animals
PMR157-08 U.S.A., California, Los Angeles: the Golden Pagoda Restaurant in Chinatown. Keywords: architecture, colourful, oriental, ethnic, Chinese, cuisine, food
PMR-D2716 Turkey, Istanbul: aerial view of the Bosphorus with the mouth of the Golden Horn (left), the Bosphorus Bridge, and Haydarpasha Railway Station in the foreground. Keywords: gegraphy, geographical, geology, geological, bird's eye view, panorama, vista
PMR-D2715 Turkey, Istanbul: aerial view of the Bosphorus with the mouth of the Golden Horn (left), the Bosphorus Bridge, and Haydarpasha Railway Station in the foreground. Keywords: geography, geographical, geology, geological, bird's eye view, panorama, vista
PMR-D2714 Turkey, Istanbul: aerial view of the Bosphorus with the mouth of the Golden Horn (left), the Bosphorus Bridge, and Haydarpasha Railway Station in the foreground. Keywords: geography, geographical, geology, geological, bird's eye view, panorama, vista
PMR-D2553 Iran, Qom: Hazrat-e Masumeh is the burial place of Fatemah, sister of the 8th Imam Reza and is the spiritual centre of Qom, which itself is the spiritual centre of Iran. The shrine was begun by Shah Abbas I and completed by other Safavid shahs. Non-Muslims are not allowed in the shrine itself. Golden dome and minarets from the courtyard. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics
PMR-D2552 Iran, Qom: Hazrat-e Masumeh is the burial place of Fatemah, sister of the 8th Imam Reza and is the spiritual centre of Qom, which itself is the spiritual centre of Iran. The shrine was begun by Shah Abbas I and completed by other Safavid shahs. Non-Muslims are not allowed in the shrine itself. Golden dome and minarets from the courtyard. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics
PMR-D2195 Laos, Luang Prabang: Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham, one of the most impressive temples in the city, was inaugurated in 1788 and housed the golden Pra Bang Buddha until 1947. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2194 Laos, Luang Prabang: Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham, one of the most impressive temples in the city, was inaugurated in 1788 and housed the golden Pra Bang Buddha until 1947. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2131 Oman, Muscat: golden water pitchers form a fountain on one of the traffic roundabouts near Al Riyan Park with the stark mountains of the desert behind. Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2092 Oman, Muscat: golden coffee pots are a feature on one of the traffic roundabouts Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR146K-17 Thailand, Chiang Mai: the golden chedi of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is an angular shape. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR145K-28 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: colourful tiling and golden zedi of the shrine on Sagaing Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-20 Myanmar, Mandalay: some of the 729 gleaming white stupas at Kuthodaw Paya, with smaller golden stupas in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-16 Myanmar, Mandalay: the golden zedi of Kuthodaw Paya, which was modelled on Shwezigon Paya at Nyaung U, Bagan. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-13 Myanmar, Mandalay: small shrine on Mandalay Hill with the golden zedi behind. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR145K-10 Myanmar, Yangon: traffic on Sule Paya Road approaching the golden zedi. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-05 Myanmar, Yangon: the golden zedi of Sule Paya (46 metres high), from the platform. It probably dates back about 2 millennia. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR145K-04 Myanmar, Yangon: the golden zedi of Sule Paya which stands on a large traffic island in the city centre. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-02 Myanmar, Yangon: assorted shrines on the platform of Shwedagon Paya, with the previous golden "hti" (umbrella surmounting the spire of the zedi) second from the left. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR144K-30 Myanmar, Yangon: a row of golden shrines on the platform of Shwedagon Paya, which was founded ca. 6-10 century. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-29 Myanmar, Yangon: magnificent golden zedi of Shwedagon Paya (98 metres high), founded ca. 6-10 century, visible for miles around. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-13 Thailand, Bangkok: figure on the platform of Wat Saket on the "Golden Mount", an artificial hill. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR690-01 Myanmar, Bagan: the magnificent Shwezigon Paya, near Nyaung U, was bult in the 11th century during the reign of King Anawrahta. It served as the prototype for virtually all of the later stupas in Myanmar. Here: two of its pavilions with Burmese finely carved and gilded roofs. Keywords: Buddhist, golden, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, golden
PMR689-12 Myanmar, Bagan: the magnificent Shwezigon Paya, near Nyaung U, was bult in the 11th century during the reign of King Anawrahta. It served as the prototype for virtually all of the later stupas in Myanmar. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, golden
PMR689-06 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: red and gold gateway to the golden dome (46 metres high) of Kaunghmudaw Paya, built in 1636 and modelled on the Mahaceti Stupa in Sri Lanka. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR688-08 Myanmar, Mandalay: the shrine on Mandalay Hill is covered with colourful tiles and mosaics and has a golden roof. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR688-06 Myanmar, Yangon: floating Shin Upagot Shrine on Kandawgi Lake in the north of the city. Keywords: Buddhist, golden, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR688-01 Myanmar, Yangon, Sule Paya: the 46-metre-high golden zedi of the shrine, in which is said to be a hair of the Buddha. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR687-10 Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: this golden zedi houses a popular wonder-working Buddha figure. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR486-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Alpine Golden Rod (Solidago virgaurea ssp. alpestris) with bract fungus on dead tree trunk. Keywords: alpine, botanical, botany, countryside, nature
PMR482-06 Canada, British Columbia: the town of Golden, in the lee of a snow-capped chain of the Rocky Mountains. Keywords: nature, valley, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside
PMR513-09 Italy, Lombardy, Milan: on the roof of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon. On the central tower reigns the golden Madonna, 108.5 metres abovve the ground. Keywords: architecture, pinnacles, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR513-06 Italy, Lombardy, Milan: on the roof of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon. On the central tower reigns the golden Madonna, 108.5 metres abovve the ground. Keywords: architecture, pinnacles, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR513-04 Italy, Lombardy, Milan: facade of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon, Golden in the late afternoon sun. Keywords: architecture, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR512-12 Italy, Lombardy, Milan: some of the 135 pinnacles, each with its figure, which adorn the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon. Surmounting all is the golden figure of the Madonna. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Christian, picturesque, metropolis, church, stone work, carving
PMR508-02 Turkey, Istanbul: view across the Golden Horn from the Galata Tower showing Gülhane Park surrounding the Topkapi Saray and Aya Sofia on the right (on the far side). Keywords: straits, watercraft, urban panorama
PMR508-01 Turkey, Istanbul: view of the Galata Bridge and Golden Horn from the Galata Tower, with the Yeni Mosque near the end of the bridge. Keywords: straits, urban panorama, water craft
PMR507-12 Turkey, Istanbul: quayside at Eminönü, with the Golden Horn, Galata Tower and Galata Bridge on the right, typical passers-by in the foreground. Keywords: Turks, Turkish everyday scene
PMR507-11 Turkey, Istanbul: the Golden Horn and Karaköy from Eminönü with fishing boats in the foreground. Keywords: straits, Istanbul panorama
PMR507-10 Turkey, Istanbul: the Golden Horn at Eminönü, with Galata Tower still under renovation, and sightseeing boat in the foreground. Keywords: straits, Istanbul panorama
PMR507-03 Turkey, Istanbul: traditional Turkish shoe-cleaner with his ornate brass stand. Behind, the Golden Horn, Galata Tower and ferry boats. Keywords: entrepreneur, small business
PMR507-01 Turkey, Istanbul: view across the Golden Horn with palm trees and gardens, through an arch. Keywords: park, Istanbul panorama, straits
PMR506-12 Turkey, Istanbul: view of the Galata Tower across the Golden Horn, with alfresco cafe, palm trees and marble fountain in the foreground. Keywords: straits, eating, coffee time, food with a view, snack meal
PMR506-11 Turkey, Istanbul: colourful flower gardens overlooking the Golden Horn, with Hooded Crow! Keywords: straits, Istanbul panorama
PMR499-01 Turkey, Istanbul: local ferry-boat, plying across the Golden Horn, with the Galata Bridge and Yeni Mosque in the background. Keywords: Islam, crossing, straits, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine
PMR458-09 Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: "Gasthof Goldener Strauss" ("Golden Ostrich Inn"), mecca for thirsty cyclists. Keywords: mediaeval, old quarter, picturesque, national heritage, architecture
PMR530-12 Iraq, Samarra: Askari Shiite Shrine, where the 10th and 11th Imams, Ali Al-Hadi and his son, are buried under a huge golden dome; the main entrance and two minarets, from the courtyard. Keywords: architecture, coloured tiles, mosaics, Mesopotamia, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim
PMR530-11 Iraq, Samarra: Askari Shiite Shrine, where the 10th and 11th Imams, Ali Al-Hadi and his son, are buried under a huge golden dome; this entrance is completely silvered. Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim
PMR528-12 Iraq, Najaf: mausoleum of the Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib, nephew of the Prophet: small traders offering their wares, with the golden dome of the mausoleum in the background. Keywords: architecture, coloured tiles, mosque, mosaics, Muslim, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque, historic, Mesopotamia
PMR137K-12 Mongolia, Övörkhangai Aimag (Province), Kharkhorin, formerly Karakorum: a tethered Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos), one of several outside the monastery, used for taking photographs of tourists. Keywords: Mongol, birds of prey, raptors, birds, sharmanism, religious monuments, Chinggis Khaan, Genghis Khan, steppe, Outer Mongolia
PMR137K-04 Mongolia, Övörkhangai Aimag (Province), Kharkhorin, formerly Karakorum: Erdene Zuu Khiid (Monastery) is Mongolia's oldest monastery, founded in 1586 by Altai Khaan. It contained up to 100 temples within its walls as well as numerous gers. Perhaps 1000 monks were in residence at its peak. With the exception of three temples, the monastery was laid waste in the Stalinist purges of 1937, and the monks dispersed or killed. Since 1990 it has resumed its religious role. This picture: a small temple and the handsome Golden Prayer Stupa (1799), in the grounds. Keywords: Mongol, Buddhism, Buddhist, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism
PMR136K-33 Mongolia, Övörkhangai Aimag (Province), Kharkhorin, formerly Karakorum: a modern version of the "Silver Tree Fountain", a feature of ancient Karakorum, designed by a French sculptor, Guillaume Bouchier, in 1253. The four lion's heads were reputed to deliver mare's milk, whilst the golden spouts delivered wine, rice wine, bal (mead) and airag (fermented mare's milk) simultaneously. Keywords: Mongol, sharmanism, religious monuments, Chinggis Khaan, Genghis Khan, steppe, Outer Mongolia
PMR135K-14 Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Gandantegchinlen Khiid ("Great Place of Complete Joy"), one of Mongolia's largest and most important Buddhist monasteries. Started in 1838, it suffered under the Stalinist purges of 1937, when most other monasteries were completely demolished, but survived to resume its original purpose in 1990. It now has more than 600 monks. This picture: a long row of brass prayer wheels behind the Golden Temple. Keywords: Mongol, Chinggis Khaan, Genghis Khan, statue, monument, capital, steppe, Outer Mongolia
PMR134K-36 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: cushion of Moss Campion (Silene acaulis) and Golden Cinquefoil (Potentilla aurea) provide welcome colour on the track to the Faulhorn. Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR133K-16 Cambodia, Siem Reap: Preah Prohm Monastery, the oldest monastery in Siem Reap, was founded about 500 years ago, in the reign of King Ang Chan. Preah Ang Chang-han Hoy, a monk revered to this day, lived here, and according to legend, when his small boat was attacked by sharks it broke into two pieces, the prow containing the monk miraculously returning to the monastery. The reclining, gilded Buddha figure in the monastery incorporates wood from this boat. This picture: an unusual pool and golden chedi in the gardens of the monastery. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR133K-15 Cambodia, Siem Reap: Preah Prohm Monastery, the oldest monastery in Siem Reap, was founded about 500 years ago, in the reign of King Ang Chan. Preah Ang Chang-han Hoy, a monk revered to this day, lived here, and according to legend, when his small boat was attacked by sharks it broke into two pieces, the prow containing the monk miraculously returning to the monastery. The reclining, gilded Buddha figure in the monastery incorporates wood from this boat. This picture: the golden boat built by the Venerable Monk Cheakaro to commemorate the legend. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR122K-11 Thailand, Pattaya: 109-metre-high sculpture of Buddha on Khao Chi Chan rockface to commemorate the golden jubilee of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's rule. The seated image of Buddha subduing Mara recalls a Sukhothai and Lanna style image. Flame of the Forest/Poinciana/Flamboyant tree (Delonix regia) in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-10 Thailand, Pattaya: 109-metre-high sculpture of Buddha on Khao Chi Chan rockface to commemorate the golden jubilee of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's rule. The seated image of Buddha subduing Mara recalls a Sukhothai and Lanna style image. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-09 Thailand, Pattaya: 109-metre-high sculpture of Buddha on Khao Chi Chan rockface to commemorate the golden jubilee of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's rule. The seated image of Buddha subduing Mara recalls a Sukhothai and Lanna style image. With flowerbed in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-01 Thailand, Pattaya: golden Buddha at the Buddhist Temple at Naban, Koh Larn Island (formerly Coral Island). Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR108K-23 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: view from the dome of the Frauenkirche showing the Kunstakademie with golden figure of Fama/Nike and Carola Bridge over the Elbe. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, panorama, city panorama
PMR108K-14 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: Kronentor (Crown Gate) sumounted by 4 golden eagles bearing the Polish crown, in the Zwinger, a Baroque masterpiece created by Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann. Keywords: East Germany, formal gardens, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR016K-08 Iraq, Samarra: Askari Shiite Shrine, where the 10th and 11th Imams, Ali Al-Hadi and his son, are buried under a huge golden dome; this entrance is completely silvered. Keywords: mosque, Islam, Mohammed, religion, Muslim, faience
PMR016K-07 Iraq, Samarra: View from the top of the spiral minaret (Malwiyah) of the Samarra Mosque, once the largest mosque in the world of Islam, which rises 52 metres to a flat platform on the top. Prominent is the golden dome of the Askari Shrine in Samarra. Keywords: mosque, Islam, Mohammed, religion, Muslim
PMR015K-29 Iraq, Najaf: Golden dome of the mausoleum of the Imam Ali at Najaf. Keywords: mosque, Islam, shrine, faience, holy place, religion, Mohammed, muslim
PMR014K-26 Italy: Milan Cathedral, begun in1386 and finished only in 1809, is adorned with 135 pinnacles and white marble statues. A golden figure of the Madonna surmounts the highest pinnacle. Keywords: Gothic, architecture, Christianity, holy places, heritage, inspiration, churches
PMR013K-02 Turkey, Istanbul: View across the Golden Horn with Gülhane Park (Topkapi Saray) and the Blue Mosque in the distance.
PMR012K-36 Turkey, Istanbul: Galata Bridge and Golden Horn with Yeni Mosque, from the Galata Tower.
PMR012K-35 Turkey, Istanbul: View of the Golden Horn from the Süleymaniye Mosque.
PMR044K-27 Russia, Moscow: View of the Kremlin towers from the Church of Christ the Redeemer. Keywords: golden onion domes
PMR044K-18 Russia, Moscow: In the Kremlin: Uspensky (Dormition) Cathedral, built by the Bolognese architect Aristotle Fioravanti between 1475-9 for Tsar Ivan III and regarded as a major architectural feat. Keywords: golden onion domes
PMR044K-17a Russia, Moscow: The golden domes of the Church of Christ the Redeemer, newly rebuilt for the millennium after the original was demolished by Stalin in the 1930s to make way for a communist monolith which never materialised. View from the Kremlin.
PMR044K-17 Russia, Moscow: The golden domes of the Church of Christ the Redeemer, newly rebuilt for the millennium after the original was demolished by Stalin in the 1930s to make way for a communist monolith which never materialised. View from the Kremlin.
PMR044K-04 Russia: Uglich, one of the "Golden Ring" cities: the Church of St. Demetrius's Blood, built in 1692, and standing on the spot where the young tsarevich was murdered on 15th May 1591, probably on the orders of Boris Godunov. Blue and gold onion domes represent the sky and stars.
PMR044K-03 Russia: Uglich, one of the "Golden Ring" cities: the Church of St. Demetrius's Blood, built in 1692, and standing on the spot where the young tsarevich was murdered on 15th May 1591, probably on the orders of Boris Godunov.
PMR043K-19 Russia, St. Petersburg: The golden dome of St. Isaac's Cathedral towering over neighbouring buildings. It is claimed to be the third largest dome in the world.
PMR043K-17 Russia, St. Petersburg: Peter and Paul Fortress and Cathedral with golden spire, as seen from the River Neva.
PMR043K-14 Russia, St Petersburg: Pushkin Palace (Tsarskoye Selo), built for Empress Catherine I between 1718-1724, but acquired its present form from architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli in 1752. Here, the golden domes on the Catherine Palace.
PMR043K-13 Russia, St. Petersburg: Pushkin Palace (Tsarskoye Selo), built for Empress Catherine I between 1718-1724, but acquired its present form from architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli in 1752. Here, the golden gate made by Cordoni.
PMR041K-17 Moldova, Chisinau/ Kisinev: memorial monument with golden globe standing in front of the cathedral door.
PMR075K-34 Spain, Lanzarote: sunshades on the Playa de Pocillos. Keywords: Canary Islands, beach loungers, sunshades, beach holidays, sunshine, bathing, relaxing, paddling, golden sand
PMR075K-24 Spain, Lanzarote: Playa de las Conchas, on the island of La Graciosa, remains deserted most of the year, but bathing can be hazardous. Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, beach, golden sand, surf, idyll
PMR075K-23 Spain, Lanzarote: Playa de las Conchas, on the island of La Graciosa, remains deserted most of the year, but bathing can be hazardous. Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, beach, golden sand, surf, idyll
PMR075K-21 Spain, Lanzarote: Caleta del Sebo, the larger of the two settlements on the island of La Graciosa. Keywords: Canary Islands, golden sand, beach, leisure, holidays, sunshine
PMR067K-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Schloss Linderhof, the smallest of King Ludwig II's palaces, and the only one to be finished, with the golden fountain of Flora in the foreground. Keywords: German architecture, Wittelsbach, tourist attraction
PMR066K-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View from the Zugspitze, at 2964 metres, Germany's highest mountain, with the golden summit cross, unusually without snow.
PMR065K-21 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: The golden summit cross on Mount Wank (1780 metres). Keywords: Alps, Bavarian Alps
PMR064K-18 Bulgaria, Sofia: Golden onion-domes of the Russian-style Sveti Nikolai Church, built 1912-14, and financed by Russian emigrants.
PMR062K-01 Bulgaria, Shipka: Shipka Memorial Church, built in the Russian style in 1902 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Russo-Turkish war in 1877-8. Here, view from the south, showing the golden onion domes.
PMR061K-36 Bulgaria, Shipka: The golden domes of the Shipka memorial church rise above the trees and can be seen from afar.
PMR404-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria: members of Munich Ornithological Society on Mount Friederspitz in the Ammergauer Mountains seeking Golden Eagles. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, alpine meadow, alpine scenery, hiking
PMR398-06 Linderhof, Upper Bavaria: Linderhof Palace, the only palace to be completed by King Ludwig II. Here, the golden fountain of Flora, with putti, in the formal gardens. Keywords: royal palace, tourist attraction, rococo, architecture, park, reflections
PMR398-05 Linderhof, Upper Bavaria: Linderhof Palace, the only palace to be completed by King Ludwig II. Here, the Moorish Kiosk, one of the features in the park. The walls are faced with pressed zinc plaques with intricate relief mouldings, with a golden cupola as crown. The kiosk was acquired by Ludwig II in Bohemia in 1876. Keywords: royal palace, reflections, park, architecture, rococo, tourist attraction, arabesques, byzantine
PMR398-04 Linderhof, Upper Bavaria: Linderhof Palace, the only palace to be completed by King Ludwig II. Here, the Moorish Kiosk, one of the features in the park. The walls are faced with pressed zinc plaques with intricate relief mouldings, with a golden cupola as crown. The kiosk was acquired by Ludwig II in Bohemia in 1876. Keywords: royal palace, reflections, park, architecture, rococo, tourist attraction, arabesques, byzantine
PMR398-03 Linderhof, Upper Bavaria: Linderhof Palace, the only palace to be completed by King Ludwig II. Here, the Moorish Kiosk, one of the features in the park. The walls are faced with pressed zinc plaques with intricate relief mouldings, with a golden cupola as crown. The kiosk was acquired by Ludwig II in Bohemia in 1876. Keywords: royal palace, byzantine, arabesques, tourist attraction, rococo, architecture, park, reflections
PMR369-10 Thailand, Bangkok: Golden Mount reflected in one of the "klongs". It takes its name from the golden "chedi" on the top, and Wat Sraket, its temple, lies at the foot of the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-08 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a "kinara" figure, half cockerel, half human, and demons supporting a golden "chedi". Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-05 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: golden "kinara", half human and half animal, holding a rose. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-04 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: colourful demon, symbolically supporting a golden "chedi". Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR366-09 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: golden shrine and hall for meditation and prayer. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east
PMR366-06 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: general view on approaching the palace, showing the golden "chedi", "mondhop" and "prang", and roof of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR564-9 Hawaii, Waikiki Beach: many hotels give directly onto the beach. Keywords: tropical paradise, golden sand, palm trees, bathing beach, island paradise, holiday resort
PMR564-8 Hawaii, Waikiki Beach with Diamond Head in the distance. Keywords: tropical paradise, golden sand, palm trees, bathing beach, island paradise, holiday resort
PMR564-12 Hawaii, Waikiki Beach: Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, a Hawaiian surfer and Olympic swimmer, is commemorated by this bronze statue, garlanded with lei. Keywords: tropical paradise, golden sand, palm trees, bathing beach, island paradise, holiday resort
PMR564-11 Hawaii, Waikiki Beach: palm tree on the sands, with Diamond Head in the distance. Keywords: tropical paradise, golden sand, palm trees, bathing beach, island paradise, holiday resort
PMR564-10 Hawaii, Waikiki Beach: boats on the sands, with the Hilton Hotel and Hawaiian Village towering in the background. Keywords: tropical paradise, golden sand, palm trees, bathing beach, island paradise, holiday resort
PMR558-7 Australia, Western Australia, Broome: Picnic tables overlooking Town Beach with golden sand and turquoise sea. Keywords: tropical
PMR558-5 Australia, Western Australia, Broome: Town Beach: golden sand, turquoise sea, cloudless sky, palm trees - and not a soul in sight! Keywords: tropical, bathing, sunshine
PMR558-4 Australia, Western Australia, Broome: Part of Cable Beach, which extends for about 22 kilometres further (to the north of Broome). Golden sand, turquoise sea, cloudless sky, palm trees - room for everyone! Keywords: tropical, bathing, sunbathing
PMR674-09 Mongolia, Övörkhangai Aimag (Province), Kharkhorin, formerly Karakorum: a modern interpretation of the "Silver Tree Fountain", a feature of ancient Karakorum, designed by a French sculptor, Guillaume Bouchier, in 1253. The four lion's heads were reputed to deliver mare's milk, whilst the golden spouts delivered wine, rice wine, bal (mead) and airag (fermented mare's milk) simultaneously. Keywords: Mongol, sharmanism, religious monuments, Chinggis Khaan, Genghis Khan, steppe, Outer Mongolia
PMR674-06 Mongolia, Övörkhangai Aimag (Province), Kharkhorin, formerly Karakorum: Erdene Zuu Khiid (Monastery) is Mongolia's oldest monastery, founded in 1586 by Altai Khaan. It contained up to 100 temples within its walls as well as numerous gers. Perhaps 1000 monks were in residence at its peak. With the exception of three temples, the monastery was laid waste in the Stalinist purges of 1937, and the monks dispersed or killed. Since 1990 it has resumed its religious role. This picture: the Golden Prayer Stupa (1799) surmounted by the flame symbol, in the grounds. Keywords: Mongol, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism, Buddhist, Buddhism
PMR628-06 Spain, Lanzarote, Canary Islands: surf breaking on the beach at Playa de las Conchas, Isla La Graciosa, with black, volcanic boulders in the foreground. The ferry terminal is a 6-kilometre walk away. Keywords: golden sand, sunshine, idyll, deserted beach, blue sea
PMR628-05 Spain, Lanzarote, Canary Islands: surf breaking on the beach at Playa de las Conchas, Isla La Graciosa, with black, volcanic boulders in the foreground. The ferry terminal is a 6-kilometre walk away. Keywords: golden sand, sunshine, idyll, deserted beach, blue sea
PMR619-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Schloss Linderhof - the smallest of Ludwig II's palaces and the only one to be completed (in 1879) - stands in magnificent parkland in the Bavarian Alps. View of the golden fountain of Flora which plays for 5 miniutes every hour in summer. Keywords: German Architecture, sumptuous, opulent
PMR615-02 Bulgaria, Sofia: Sveti Nikolai Church, built in Russian style in 1912-14. The bells were donated by Czar Nicolas II of Russia. Keywords: religious building, Orthodox church, golden onion domes
PMR615-01 Bulgaria, Sofia: Side view of the Alexander Nevski Cathedral of Remembrance, built between 1892 and 1912, as an act of gratitude to the Russian people for delivering the Bulgarians from the Turks. Keywords: church, Orthodox church, Byzantine style, religious building, golden domes
PMR613-05 Bulgaria, Shipka: The colourful, ornate facade of the Russian-style memorial church built in 1902, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Battle of Shipka Pass on 21st-26th August 1877, when the Russo-Bulgarian force defeated the Turks. Keywords: golden onion domes, Russian-style architecture, Orthodox church, religious building
PMR611-07 Bulgaria, Shipka: The colourful, ornate decorations and golden roofs and onion domes of the Russian-style memorial church built in 1902, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Battle of Shipka Pass on 21st-26th August 1877, when a Russo-Bulgarian force defeated the Turks, although outnumbered five to one.. Keywords: golden onion domes, Russian-style architecture, Orthodox church, religious building
PMR611-06 Bulgaria, Shipka: The colourful, ornate decorations and golden roofs and onion domes of the Russian-style memorial church built in 1902, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Battle of Shipka Pass on 21st-26th August 1877, when a Russo-Bulgarian force defeated the Turks, although outnumbered five to one.. Keywords: golden onion domes, religious building, Orthodox church, Russian-style architecture
PMR611-01 Bulgaria: Varna, one of Europe's oldest cities, was founded as a trading colony of Greek Miletus in 570 BC, but the area has been settled for at least seven millennia. Under the Greeks and Romans it was known as Odessos. Now a thriving holiday resort on the Black Sea with a population of over 350,000. Here: "Kathedrale Sveto uspenie Bogoroditchno" built in 1886 in Russian style in honour of the Russian liberators of the country. Keywords: cathedral, golden onion domes, Byzantine, Orthodox church, religious architecture, church, cross
PMR606-08 Malta, Vittoriosa/Birgu: facades on St. Lawrence Wharf turn golden in late afternoon sunshine and cast reflections in Dockyard Creek. Keywords: architecture, fishing boats
PMR579-05 Russia, St. Petersburg: Pushkin (Tsarskoye Selo) - the five golden domes on the church in Catherine's Palace.
PMR656-05 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Kronentor (Crown Gate), surmounted by 4 golden eagles bearing the Polish crown. In the Zwinger, a Baroque masterpiece created by Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann between 1710 and 1728 for August the Strong. Rebuilt after WWII. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque

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