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PMR110-07 
 Egypt, Thebes: the Great Temple of Amun-Ra at Karnak: surviving obelisk of a pair, erected by Queen Hatshepsut, originally completely sheathed in electrum (75% gold, 22% silver and 3% copper). The entire temple was buried under sand by the Muslims up to the level where the obelisk changes colour, and uncovered by Napoleon in 1798/9. 
 Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture
PMR105-11 
 Egypt, Aswan: minarets of a modern mosque (built in 1967) floodlit after dark. 
 Keywords: architecture, culture, Muslim, Islam
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-D5887 
 Oman, Birkat al Mawz: a village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms. 
 Keywords: Arab state, barren, bleak, desert city, dirt-track, geology, Gulf State, Islam, limestone, Middle East, Muslim, oasis, picturesque, rocky, rugged, sultanate, treeless, untamed, wild
PMR-D7533 
 Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Intricate symmetrical patterns used for the polychrome tiling. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7530 
 Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Intricate symmetrical patterns used for the polychrome tiling. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR000-04 
 Morocco, Marakech: (1962 picture, before restoration) the minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque, 77 metres high, is the largest and best known in the city. Built of local sandstone in the reign of Berber Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184-1199), it replaced an identical mosque on an adjacent site, little of which remains. 
 Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, colourful, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR000-03 
 Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. Water-sellers in their traditional colourful costumes, with a string of polished brass drinking vessels, nowadays limit their trade to posing for tourist cameras (1962 picture). 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, medina, square, picturesque
PMR-D7662 
 Morocco, Asilah: the sea wall built by the Portuguese in the15th century protects the town from the Atlantic swell as well as hostile invaders. On the left is the Torre de Menagem (Kamra Tower). View from the beach in late afternoon. 
 Keywords: Africa, fortifications, historic, picturesque, tradition, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7661 
 Morocco, Asilah: fishing boats in the harbour, which was already in use in Phoenician and Roman times, before the Portuguese occupation from 1471 to 1578. 
 Keywords: Africa, haven, port, picturesque, tradition, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7660 
 Morocco, Asilah: ancient bastions built by the Portuguese in the15th century protect the town from the Atlantic swell. View from the beach in late afternoon. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, picturesque, tradition, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7659 
 Morocco, Asilah: an artistically enhanced doorway is one of the attractions in the medina. 
 Keywords: Africa, style, picturesque, tradition, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7658 
 Morocco, Asilah: an arched gateway in a typical whitewashed alleyway in the medina. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, tradition, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7657 
 Morocco, Asilah: a typical whitewashed alleyway in the medina. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, tradition, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7656 
 Morocco, Asilah: a colourful horse-drawn carriage awaits custom on the promenade. 
 Keywords: Africa, tradition, transport, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7655 
 Morocco, Rabat: the modest entrance to the king's palace is guarded by the royal bodyguard. 
 Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic
PMR-D7654 
 Morocco, Rabat: El-Faeh Mosque, opposite the king's palace and used by him on Fridays. 
 Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic
PMR-D7653 
 Morocco, Rabat: the city is proud of its new street railway, seen in front of the city walls. 
 Keywords: Africa, tramway, transport system, royal city, capital city, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, Sala Colonia, Bou Regreg
PMR-D7652 
 Morocco, Rabat: the Hassan Tower, half-finished minaret of the huge mosque begun by Yacoub el-Mansour in 1191, abandoned at his death in 1199, with some of the re-erected columns, seen from the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. A marble fountain occupies the centre of the stone-inlaid terrace. 
 Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic
PMR-D7651 
 Morocco, Rabat: the Hassan Tower, half-finished minaret of the huge mosque begun by Yacoub el-Mansour in 1191, abandoned at his death in 1199, with some of the re-erected columns, seen from the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. 
 Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic
PMR-D7650 
 Morocco, Rabat: interior of the Mausoleum of Mohammed V (and Hassan II) designed by Vietnamese architect Vo Toan and completed in 1971, uses Carrara marble throughout. 
 Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic
PMR-D7649 
 Morocco, Rabat: the Mausoleum of Mohammed V (and Hassan II) designed by Vietnamese architect Vo Toan and completed in 1971, uses Carrara marble throughout. The ornamentation echoes the Hassan Tower. 
 Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic
PMR-D7648 
 Morocco, Rabat: the Hassan Tower, half-finished minaret of the huge mosque begun by Yacoub el-Mansour in 1191, abandoned at his death in 1199, with some of the re-erected columns. 
 Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic
PMR-D7647 
 Morocco, Rabat: the royal guard, in colourful uniforms, mounted on white horses and carrying national pennants. 
 Keywords: Africa, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, equestrian, tradition, royal city, capital city, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7646 
 Morocco, Rabat: the royal guard, in colourful uniforms, mounted on white horses. 
 Keywords: Africa, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, equestrian, tradition, royal city, capital city, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7645 
 Morocco, Rabat: well-advanced construction on a new opera house. 
 Keywords: Africa, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, music, stage
PMR-D7644 
 Morocco, Rabat: landscaping work in progress next to the city walls. 
 Keywords: Africa, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, royal city, capital city, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7643 
 Morocco, Rabat: landscaping work in progress next to the city walls. 
 Keywords: Africa, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, royal city, capital city, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7642 
 Morocco, Rabat: part of the city walls and traffic gateway. 
 Keywords: Africa, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city
PMR-D7641 
 Morocco: the stony beach, pounded by Atlantic breakers, near Temara Plage. 
 Keywords: Africa, colourful, wildflowers, ocean, spray, spume, waves, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7640 
 Morocco: Atlantic breakers on the coast near Temara Plage. 
 Keywords: Africa, ocean, spray, spume, waves, beach, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7639 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Africa, national symbol, superlative, architecture, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, culture, artistic
PMR-D7638 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol
PMR-D7637 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
Part of one of the polychrome panels bordering the ablutions basin. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol
PMR-D7636 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
The Royal Doors, of engraved bronze (from Russia), electrically operated, surrounded by inlaid arches. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol
PMR-D7635 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
Courtyard, bounded by an arched gallery. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol
PMR-D7634 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
The star-shaped fountain on the terrace. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol
PMR-D7633 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
The fluted ablutions basin with polychrome faience designs as backing. 
 Keywords: Africa, tiling, colourful, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol
PMR-D7632 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
An elegant horseshoe-shaped arch encloses the ablutions basin. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol
PMR-D7631 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
View of the arched galleries from the terrace. 
 Keywords: Africa, national symbol, superlative, architecture, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, culture, artistic
PMR-D7630 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
A closer look at the green tiles and ornamentation on the upper part of the minaret. 
 Keywords: Africa, national symbol, superlative, architecture, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, culture, artistic
PMR-D7629 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol
PMR-D7628 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
One of the polychrome faience panels with geometrical motifs on the arched gallery. 
 Keywords: Africa, tiles, colourful, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol
PMR-D7627 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol
PMR-D7626 
 Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol
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-D7614 
 Morocco, El-Jadida: walls of the medina and the peripheral road. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, historic
PMR-D7613 
 Morocco, Oualidia: view from the promenade of the sandy bay of this popular holiday resort, with ubiquitous Norfolk Island Pine. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque
PMR-D7612 
 Morocco, Essaouira: fishing boats in the harbour basin, with the promenade and medina in the background. 
 Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, national heritage, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7611 
 Morocco, Essaouira: fishing boats in the harbour basin, with the promenade and medina in the background. 
 Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, national heritage, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7610 
 Morocco, Essaouira: the port citadel, built by the Genoese, with a row of bronze cannons on the ramparts. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, historic, national heritage, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D7609 
 Morocco, Essaouira: the port citadel, built by the Genoese, with a row of bronze cannons on the ramparts. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, historic, national heritage, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D7608 
 Morocco, Essaouira: fishing boats in the harbour basin, with the harbour fortifications and Genoese-built citadel behind. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, historic, national heritage, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D7607 
 Morocco, Essaouira: view of the medina and Place Orson Welles from the Genoese-built citadel. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, national heritage, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7606 
 Morocco, Essaouira: the harbour wall and castellated fortifications with a row of cannons, mostly of Spanish or French origin. 
 Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7605 
 Morocco, Essaouira: the harbour and quayside with fishing boats, from the roof of the Genoese-built citadel. Below, the harbour fortifications, complete with cannons. 
 Keywords: Africa, port, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D7603 
 Morocco, Essaouira: Bab Doukkala, the main gate to the medina from the north east, was built in the 18th century at the same time as the town walls on the orders of the Alaouite Sultan, Mohammed Ben Abdullah. 
 Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7602 
 Morocco, Essaouira: colourful flowerbeds on the promenade, outside the medina walls. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7601 
 Morocco, Essaouira: colourful flowerbeds on the promenade, outside the medina walls. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7600 
 Morocco, Essaouira: main street, Avenue Oqba Ibn Nafi, and clocktower in the spacious medina. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, historic, national heritage, Norfolk Island Pine
PMR-D7599 
 Morocco, Essaouira: Bab Doukkala, the main gate to the medina from the north east, was built in the 18th century at the same time as the town walls on the orders of the Alaouite Sultan, Mohammed Ben Abdullah. 
 Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7598 
 Morocco, Essaouira: itinerant musicians playing before a pavement restaurant. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, street scene, traditional dress
PMR-D7597 
 Morocco, Essaouira: oranges! 
 Keywords: Africa, orange colour, fruit, dazzling, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7596 
 Morocco, Essaouira: street scene with traders' stalls and customers in traditional dress, with the harbour bastion in the background. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, colourful
PMR-D7595 
 Morocco, Essaouira: buying oranges from one of the street traders. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, street scene, colourful, traditional dress
PMR-D7594 
 Morocco, Essaouira: street traders offer a wide range of fruit. In the background tha harbour bastion is visible.. 
 Keywords: Africa, colourful, street scene, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7593 
 Morocco, Essaouira: the historic Jewish cemetery.. 
 Keywords: Africa, gravestones, interment, graves, burials, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7592 
 Morocco, Essaouira: the arch is the gateway to the main shopping street. 
 Keywords: Africa, pedestrian zone, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7591 
 Morocco, Essaouira: a pavement restaurant serves traditional dishes, especially fish. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, meals, eating, open-air food
PMR-D7590 
 Morocco, Essaouira: a typical alleyway in the old town, with colourful textiles on offer 
 Keywords: Africa, souvenirs, picturesque, tradition, historic, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
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-D7585 
 Morocco: tree-climbing goats on the road to Essaouira. The goats climb a particular species of tree, the Argan (Argania spinosa) to eat the nuts which are embedded in a layer of pulp. However the nuts are not ripe until June and at other times of the year the goats are induced to climb the trees for the benefit of tourists. The kernels of the Argan nuts contain a valuable oil, which has beneficial properties when consumed by humans, and are avidly harvested. 
 Keywords: Africa, bizarre, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7584 
 Morocco: tree-climbing goats on the road to Essaouira. The goats climb a particular species of tree, the Argan (Argania spinosa) to eat the nuts which are embedded in a layer of pulp. However the nuts are not ripe until June and at other times of the year the goats are induced to climb the trees for the benefit of tourists. The kernels of the Argan nuts contain a valuable oil, which has beneficial properties when consumed by humans, and are avidly harvested. 
 Keywords: Africa, bizarre, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7583 
 Morocco: tree-climbing goats on the road to Essaouira. The goats climb a particular species of tree, the Argan (Argania spinosa) to eat the nuts which are embedded in a layer of pulp. However the nuts are not ripe until June and at other times of the year the goats are induced to climb the trees for the benefit of tourists. The kernels of the Argan nuts contain a valuable oil, which has beneficial properties when consumed by humans, and are avidly harvested. 
 Keywords: Africa, bizarre, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7582 
 Morocco: tree-climbing goats on the road to Essaouira. The goats climb a particular species of tree, the Argan (Argania spinosa) to eat the nuts which are embedded in a layer of pulp. However the nuts are not ripe until June and at other times of the year the goats are induced to climb the trees for the benefit of tourists. The kernels of the Argan nuts contain a valuable oil, which has beneficial properties when consumed by humans, and are avidly harvested. 
 Keywords: Africa, bizarre, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7581 
 Morocco, Marakech: the floodlit minaret of the Koutoubia mosque at sunset, with the carriage stand in the Place Jemaa el-Fnaa in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Africa, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, shopping
PMR-D7580 
 Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. The food stalls burst into life in the evening and are popular with tourists and locals alike for their traditional dishes. 
 Keywords: Africa, eating, meals, square, medina, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture
PMR-D7579 
 Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. The food stalls burst into life in the evening and are popular with tourists and locals alike for their traditional dishes. 
 Keywords: Africa, eating, meals, square, medina, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture
PMR-D7578 
 Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. The food stalls burst into life in the evening and are popular with tourists and locals alike for their traditional dishes. 
 Keywords: Africa, eating, meals, square, medina, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture
PMR-D7577 
 Morocco, Marakech: one of many colourful horse-drawn carriages which serve the public around the Place Jemaa el-Fnaa. 
 Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, transport
PMR-D7576 
 Morocco, Marakech: one of many colourful horse-drawn carriages which serve the public around the Place Jemaa el-Fnaa. 
 Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, transport
PMR-D7575 
 Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. Water-sellers in their traditional colourful costumes, with a string of polished brass drinking vessels, nowadays limit their trade to posing for tourist cameras. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, square, medina, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture
PMR-D7574 
 Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. Water-sellers in their traditional colourful costumes, with a string of polished brass drinking vessels, nowadays limit their trade to posing for tourist cameras. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, square, medina, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture
PMR-D7573 
 Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. A fresh-fruit stallholder displays his wares with traditional precision. 
 Keywords: Africa, square, medina, tradition, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture
PMR-D7572 
 Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. 
 Keywords: Africa, square, medina, tradition, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture
PMR-D7571 
 Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. 
 Keywords: Africa, square, medina, tradition, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture
PMR-D7570 
 Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. 
 Keywords: Africa, square, medina, tradition, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture
PMR-D7569 
 Morocco, Marakech: one of many horse-drawn carriages which serve the public around the Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, with the colourful shrubs of the Koutoubia Gardens in the background. 
 Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, transport
PMR-D7568 
 Morocco, Marakech: in-situ re-shoeing a horse of one of the many colourful horse-drawn carriages which serve the public around the Place Jemaa el-Fnaa. 
 Keywords: Africa, well-shod, horseshoe, transport, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh
PMR-D7567 
 Morocco, Marakech: one of many colourful horse-drawn carriages which serve the public around the Place Jemaa el-Fnaa. 
 Keywords: Africa, transport, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh
PMR-D7566 
 Morocco, Marakech: a striking jacaranda tree (Jacaranda mimosifolia) in full bloom near the Koutoubia Gardens, 
 Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, colourful, botanical, flowers
PMR-D7565 
 Morocco, Marakech: the minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque, 77 metres high, is the largest and best known in the city. Built of local sandstone in the reign of Berber Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184-1199), it replaced an identical mosque on an adjacent site, little of which remains. 
 Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh
PMR-D7564 
 Morocco, Marakech: the minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque, 77 metres high, is the largest and best known in the city. Built of local sandstone in the reign of Berber Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184-1199), it replaced an identical mosque on an adjacent site, little of which remains. 
 Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, colourful, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D7563 
 Morocco, Marakech: the minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque, 77 metres high, is the largest and best known in the city. Built of local sandstone in the reign of Berber Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184-1199), it replaced an identical mosque on an adjacent site, little of which remains. 
 Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh
PMR-D7562 
 Morocco, Marakech: the minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque, 77 metres high, is the largest and best known in the city. Built of local sandstone in the reign of Berber Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184-1199), it replaced an identical mosque on an adjacent site, little of which remains. 
 Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh
PMR-D7561 
 Morocco, Marakech: the minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque, 77 metres high, is the largest and best known in the city. Built of local sandstone in the reign of Berber Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184-1199), it replaced an identical mosque on an adjacent site, little of which remains. A jacaranda tree is flowering in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh
PMR-D7560 
 Morocco, Marakech: flowering shrubs provide a riot of colour in the Koutoubia Gardens. 
 Keywords: Africa, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh
PMR-D7559 
 Morocco, Marakech: a dazzling display of pewter kettles on offer in the soukhs (bazaar). 
 Keywords: Africa, artisan, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, shopping
PMR-D7558 
 Morocco, Marakech: traditional finely engraved beaten copper and brass trays on offer in the soukhs (bazaar). 
 Keywords: Africa, artisan, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, shopping
PMR-D7557 
 Morocco, Marakech: a metalworker in the soukhs (bazaar). 
 Keywords: Africa, artisan, shopping, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, colourful
PMR-D7556 
 Morocco, Marakech: a lighting shop in the soukhs (bazaar). 
 Keywords: Africa, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, shopping
PMR-D7555 
 Morocco, Marakech: in the soukhs (bazaar). 
 Keywords: Africa, shopping, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, colourful
PMR-D7554 
 Morocco, Marakech: colourful terraces built on to the roof of a house in the medina. 
 Keywords: Africa, culture, architecture, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb
PMR-D7553 
 Morocco, Marakech: typical street scene in the medina. 
 Keywords: Africa, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh
PMR-D7552 
 Morocco, Marakech: buying vegetables from a street trader in the medina. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, selling
PMR-D7551 
 Morocco, Marakech: White Storks (Ciconia ciconia) on their nest in the medina. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, birds, ornithology
PMR-D7550 
 Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. A memorial stele honours them in a corner of the gardens. 
 Keywords: Africa, colourful, artistic, botanical, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh
PMR-D7549 
 Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. A tall flowering tree with yellow blooms. 
 Keywords: Africa, colourful, artistic, botanical, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh
PMR-D7548 
 Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. Part of the extensive collection of cacti, with the museum/cafe, painted in "Majorelle Blue", in the background. 
 Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, botanical, artistic, colourful
PMR-D7547 
 Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. Vivid red flowers of a bougainvillea shrub. 
 Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, botanical, artistic, colourful
PMR-D7546 
 Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. Yellow flowers on an acacia tree. 
 Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, botanical, artistic, colourful
PMR-D7545 
 Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. The goldfish pool, with "Majorelle Blue" surround. 
 Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, botanical, artistic, colourful
PMR-D7544 
 Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. Turtles share the pool with goldfish. 
 Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, botanical, artistic, colourful
PMR-D7543 
 Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. Reflections of the palm trees in the water lily pool. 
 Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, botanical, artistic, colourful
PMR-D7541 
 Morocco, Telouet: a young Berber may have potential as a future percussion artist. 
 Keywords: Africa, street urchin, boy, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7540 
 Morocco, Telouet: a young Berber may have potential as a future percussion artist. 
 Keywords: Africa, children, street urchin, boy, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7539 
 Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
View of the exterior, the stonework somewhat in need of restoration. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7535 
 Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Polychrome mosaics on a domed ceiling will soon be in need of restoration. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7534 
 Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Intricate "stalactite" stucco decoration over the archways. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic, artistic
PMR-D7532 
 Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
A pleasing view of the landscape through a wrought iron window arch. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7531 
 Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Intricate "stalactite" stucco decoration over the archways. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic, artistic
PMR-D7529 
 Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Pattern used for the polychrome tiling. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7528 
 Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Cedarwood was used for the carved doors and ceiling frieze and polychrome faience tiles adorn the walls. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7527 
 Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Cedarwood was used for the carved doors and ceiling frieze. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7526 
 Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
The walls and column arches are covered with the finest stucco work. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic, artistic
PMR-D7525 
 Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
A House Bunting made its nest in one of the filigree stucco lamp-holders. 
 Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7524 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: a grove of conifers in the wild scenery of Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l. 
 Keywords: Africa, trees, colourful, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque
PMR-D7523 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: sure-footed sheep in search of grass on the barren rocks in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7522 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: sure-footed sheep in search of grass on the barren rocks in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7521 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: wild scenery in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l.
Traces of chalk, washed out of the rock strata above. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, geology, colourful
PMR-D7519 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: wild scenery in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l. 
 Keywords: Africa, colourful, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic
PMR-D7518 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: wild scenery in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7517 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: a Berber village in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) , showing some of the more recent housing, and the green vegetation of the oasis. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7516 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: a Berber village in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) , showing some of the more recent housing. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7515 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: a Berber village in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic
PMR-D7514 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley), winding its green way through the barren mountains, with a Berber village in the distance. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, geology, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7513 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley), winding its green way through the barren mountains, Cultivated fields are found even in narrow gorges. 
 Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, geology, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7512 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley), winding its green way through the barren mountains, with a Berber village in the distance. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, geology, picturesque
PMR-D7511 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: a Berber village in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic
PMR-D7510 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: a Berber village in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7509 
 Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: barren landscape beyond the green oasis in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley). 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, colourful, geology, picturesque
PMR-D7508 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". Entrance to a restored house, "Dar el Hata", which also houses a cafe. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO
PMR-D7507 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". Inside a restored house, "Dar el Hata", showing the dining niche of the second-floor living room. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO
PMR-D7506 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". Inside a restored house, "Dar el Hata", showing the second-floor living room. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO
PMR-D7505 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". Inside a restored house, "Dar el Hata", showing the stairway to the second floor. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO
PMR-D7504 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". Part of the old town from above, with the river in the background. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO
PMR-D7503 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". View from the top of the hill, showing defense wall, with the new town beyond. 
 Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, fortifications, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic
PMR-D7502 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". View from the top of the hill, showing defense wall, with the new town beyond. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO
PMR-D7501 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". View through a gap in the wall of the medina. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO
PMR-D7500 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". View of the medina with its defensive walls. 
 Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, fortifications, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic
PMR-D7499 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". View of the medina, with the modern town on the left. 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO
PMR-D7498 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". 
 Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO
PMR-D7497 
 Morocco: Kasbah Taourirt, residence of Glaoui Pasha, built at the beginning of the 20th century, has appeared in a number of films. Souvenir hunters are also catered for. 
 Keywords: Africa, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, bastions
PMR-D7496 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Kasbah Taourirt, residence of Glaoui Pasha, built at the beginning of the 20th century, has appeared in a number of films. 
 Keywords: Africa, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, bastions
PMR-D7495 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: Kasbah Taourirt, residence of Glaoui Pasha, built at the beginning of the 20th century, has appeared in a number of films. 
 Keywords: Africa, bastions, fortifications, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque, architecture, culture
PMR-D7494 
 Morocco, Ouarzazate: this antiques shop has an eclectic selection of objets to quicken the pulse of every collector. 
 Keywords: Africa, junk shop, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, culture
PMR-D7493 
 Morocco, Ouad Dades (Dades Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, with a glimpse of the snow-covered High Atlas peaks in the distance. 
 Keywords: Africa, landscape, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7492 
 Morocco, Tineghir: walking in the luxuriant vegetation of the oasis near the river Todra 
 Keywords: Africa, date palms, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields
PMR-D7491 
 Morocco, Tineghir: life springs eternal! 
 Keywords: Africa, spring's herald, spring, drought, isolated, survivor, lonely, alone, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, fields
PMR-D7490 
 Morocco, Tineghir: walking in the luxuriant vegetation of the oasis near the river Todra. Many Berber villages are being abandoned for more modern accommodation, and the adobe walls are crumbling. 
 Keywords: Africa, fields, crops, oasis, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape
PMR-D7489 
 Morocco, Tineghir: walking in the luxuriant vegetation of the oasis near the river Todra. Many Berber villages are being abandoned for more modern accommodation, and the adobe walls are crumbling. 
 Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields
PMR-D7488 
 Morocco, Tineghir: walking in the luxuriant vegetation of the oasis near the river Todra 
 Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields
PMR-D7487 
 Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river. 
 Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields
PMR-D7486 
 Morocco, House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) in the Todrs Gorge. 
 Keywords: Africa, ornithology, bird, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7485 
 Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, Here the river flows through the Todra Gorge, whose walls rise 300 metres, and which is only 10 metres wide in some places. 
 Keywords: Africa, shady, rocky, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature
PMR-D7484 
 Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, Here the river flows through the Todra Gorge, whose walls rise 300 metres, and which is only 10 metres wide in some places. 
 Keywords: Africa, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, rocky, shady
PMR-D7483 
 Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, Here the river flows through the Todra Gorge, whose walls rise 300 metres, and which is only 10 metres wide in some places. The hotel on the far shore was destroyed by a rock fall some years ago but has been partially rebuilt. 
 Keywords: Africa, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, rocky, shady
PMR-D7482 
 Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river. In the foreground a row of colourful fabrics offered by a roadside trader. 
 Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields, date palms
PMR-D7481 
 Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river. 
 Keywords: Africa, date palms, fields, crops, oasis, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape
PMR-D7480 
 Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river. 
 Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields, date palms
PMR-D7479 
 Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river. 
 Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields, date palms
PMR-D7478 
 Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river. 
 Keywords: Africa, date palms, fields, crops, oasis, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape
PMR-D7477 
 Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range. A deserted Berber village of adobe buildings. 
 Keywords: Africa, fields, crops, oasis, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape
PMR-D7476 
 Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river. 
 Keywords: Africa, fields, crops, oasis, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape
PMR-D7475 
 Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river. 
 Keywords: Africa, fields, crops, oasis, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape
PMR-D7474 
 Morocco, sea holly (Eryngium sp.) 
 Keywords: Africa, phytography, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, nature, wildflowers, plants, botany
PMR-D7473 
 Morocco, Rissani: a display of traditional Moroccan carpets, with accompanying individual verbal descriptions. 
 Keywords: Africa, selling, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7472 
 Morocco, Rissani: pouring glasses of Berber tea, which should have a good head of foam. 
 Keywords: Africa, arab drinks, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7471 
 Morocco, Rissani: Ksar Abouam, a former Alaouite Wasir's fortified village dating from the 19th century, recently restored by UNESCO. This was inhabited by a whole self-contained community with granaries, mosque and hammam. The Alaouite dynasty, which has ruled Morocco since 1631, originated here. 
The well, in the main courtyard. 
 Keywords: Africa, tradition, culture, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7470 
 Morocco, Rissani: Ksar Abouam, a former Alaouite Wasir's fortified village dating from the 19th century, recently restored by UNESCO. This was inhabited by a whole self-contained community with granaries, mosque and hammam. The Alaouite dynasty, which has ruled Morocco since 1631, originated here. 
A typical studded door with tiled surround. 
 Keywords: Africa, tradition, culture, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7469 
 Morocco, Rissani: buying vegetables in the food market. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, jellabah, selling, trading
PMR-D7468 
 Morocco, Rissani: fruit stalls in the food market. 
 Keywords: Africa, jellabah, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7467 
 Morocco, Rissani: black-face sheep at the sheep and goat market. 
 Keywords: Africa, livestock, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7466 
 Morocco, Rissani: the sheep and goat market. 
 Keywords: Africa, livestock, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7465 
 Morocco, Ammonites, Trilobites, Goniatites, Orthoceras and other fossils displayed for sale at a location near Rissani where coral reefs used to exist in the Devonian period, 410-355 million years ago. 
 Keywords: Africa, excavations, archeology, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7464 
 Morocco, Berber tent near the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7463 
 Morocco, camel train at dawn in the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, dromedaries
PMR-D7462 
 Morocco, an early camel train in the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert. 
 Keywords: Africa, dromedaries, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7461 
 Morocco, an early camel train in the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert. 
 Keywords: Africa, dromedaries, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7460 
 Morocco, Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert. 
 Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7459 
 Morocco, camel train at dawn in the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert. 
 Keywords: Africa, dromedaries, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7458 
 Morocco, camels at dawn in the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert. 
 Keywords: Africa, silhouettes, dromedaries, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7457 
 Morocco, camel train at dawn in the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert. 
 Keywords: Africa, silhouettes, dromedaries, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7456 
 Morocco, Middle Atlas Mountains: Ouadi Ziz (Ziz River Valley), overlooking the Tafilalet river oasis system where over 700,000 date palm trees grow. A Berber village in the forground. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape
PMR-D7455 
 Morocco, Middle Atlas Mountains: Ouadi Ziz (Ziz River Valley), overlooking the Tafilalet river oasis system where over 700,000 date palm trees grow. A Berber village in the forground. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape
PMR-D7454 
 Morocco, Middle Atlas Mountains: Ouadi Ziz (Ziz River Valley), overlooking the Tafilalet river oasis system where over 700,000 date palm trees grow. 
 Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7453 
 Morocco, Middle Atlas Mountains: Zaabal Tunnel in the Ziz River canyon was hacked out of the rock by French legionnaires without the use of any special tools. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape
PMR-D7452 
 Morocco, Middle Atlas Mountains: the rocky, barren Ziz river canyon near 2000 metres a.s.l. 
 Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7451 
 Morocco, Jebel Habri: a curious cat. 
 Keywords: Africa, pets, feline, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7450 
 Morocco, Jebel Habri: the Atlas Cedars (Cedrus atlanticus) in the Middle Atlas Mountains grow to 30-35 metres, but their extent is now much reduced. 
 Keywords: Africa, cedarwood, woodland, trees, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature
PMR-D7449 
 Morocco, Jebel Habri: Barbary Macaques or Magots(Macaca sylvanus) in the Middle Atlas Mountains. 
 Keywords: Africa, nature, wildlife, monkeys, apes, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7448 
 Morocco, Jebel Habri: Barbary Macaques or Magots(Macaca sylvanus) in the Middle Atlas Mountains. 
 Keywords: Africa, nature, wildlife, monkeys, apes, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7447 
 Morocco, Jebel Habri: Barbary Macaques or Magots(Macaca sylvanus) in the Middle Atlas Mountains. 
 Keywords: Africa, nature, wildlife, monkeys, apes, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7444 
 Morocco, Ifrane: a cool summer resort, lying at 1650 metres, built by wealthy French residents in the 1930s, could be taken for southern France. A stone lion reminds visitors that lions were still to be found in the surrounding mountains at the beginning of the 20th century. 
 Keywords: Africa, Middle Atlas, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, monument, sculpture
PMR-D7443 
 Morocco, Ifrane: a cool summer resort, lying at 1650 metres, built by wealthy French residents in the 1930s, could be taken for southern France. A stone lion reminds visitors that lions were still to be found in the surrounding mountains at the beginning of the 20th century. 
 Keywords: Africa, Middle Atlas, sculpture, monument, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim
PMR-D7442 
 Morocco, Ifrane: a cool summer resort, lying at 1650 metres, built by wealthy French residents in the 1930s, could be taken for southern France. The landscaped central park is surrounded by modern shops and cafes. 
 Keywords: Africa, Middle Atlas, High Atlas, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, desirable residences
PMR-D7441 
 Morocco, Ifrane: a cool summer resort, lying at 1650 metres, built by wealthy French residents in the 1930s, could be taken for southern France. The landscaped central park is surrounded by modern shops and cafes. 
 Keywords: Africa, Middle Atlas, desirable residences, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb
PMR-D7440 
 Morocco, Fez: western entrance for traffic through the towering city walls. 
 Keywords: Africa, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7439 
 Morocco, Fez: Bab el-Mahrouk, the principal western gate to the medina of Fez el-Bali, was built in the 12th century. Outside the gate, market stalls are usually to be found. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7438 
 Morocco, Fez: Bab Boujeloud, the western gate to the medina of Fez el-Bali, was built in 1913. It is conveniently situated for the bus and taxi terminals and tourist hotels. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7437 
 Morocco, Fez: built in the 11th century, the Chouara Tannery today uses the same traditional methods of tanning sheep, goat and cowhides for the local leather industry. The round stone vessels contain dyes and urine for softening the hides. Despite the smells it is one of the city's main tourist attractions. 
 Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic
PMR-D7436 
 Morocco, Fez: built in the 11th century, the Chouara Tannery today uses the same traditional methods of tanning sheep, goat and cowhides for the local leather industry. The round stone vessels contain dyes and urine for softening the hides. Despite the smells it is one of the city's main tourist attractions. 
 Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic
PMR-D7435 
 Morocco, Fez: built in the 11th century, the Chouara Tannery today uses the same traditional methods of tanning sheep, goat and cowhides for the local leather industry. The round stone vessels contain dyes and urine for softening the hides. Despite the smells it is one of the city's main tourist attractions. 
 Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic
PMR-D7434 
 Morocco, Fez: built in the 11th century, the Chouara Tannery today uses the same traditional methods of tanning sheep, goat and cowhides for the local leather industry. The round stone vessels contain dyes and urine for softening the hides. Despite the smells it is one of the city's main tourist attractions. 
 Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic
PMR-D7433 
 Morocco, Fez: passage to interior courtyard of Zaouia Mosque and Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II, the founder of the city, dating from the 13th century and one of the country's leading centres of pilgrimage. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7432 
 Morocco, Fez: Interior courtyard of Zaouia Mosque and Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II, the founder of the city, dating from the 13th century and one of the country's leading centres of pilgrimage. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7431 
 Morocco, Fez: Interior of Zaouia Mosque and Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II, the founder of the city, dating from the 13th century and one of the country's leading centres of pilgrimage. 
 Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic, national heritage, culture, picturesque
PMR-D7430 
 Morocco, Fez: a primary school class of young Moroccans. 
 Keywords: Africa, teaching, pieducation, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7429 
 Morocco, Fez: colourful glass lamps on offer in a soukh. 
 Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, lighting
PMR-D7428 
 Morocco, Fez: Interior courtyard of the Medrasa (Koran School) Bou Inania, founded by the Merinid Sultan Abu Inan. It has similarities with the one of the same name in Meknes, also having cedarwood carvings. 
 Keywords: Africa, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7427 
 Morocco, Fez: Interior courtyard of the Medrasa (Koran School) Bou Inania, founded by the Merinid Sultan Abu Inan. It has similarities with the one of the same name in Meknes, also having cedarwood carvings. 
 Keywords: Africa, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7426 
 Morocco, Fez: Interior courtyard of the Medrasa (Koran School) Bou Inania, founded by the Merinid Sultan Abu Inan. It has similarities with the one of the same name in Meknes, also having cedarwood carvings. 
 Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic, national heritage, culture
PMR-D7425 
 Morocco, Fez: Bab el Jdid, a recent addition to the ranks of city gates. 
 Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic, national heritage, culture, picturesque
PMR-D7424 
 Morocco, Fez: gate to the medina and defence walls. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7423 
 Morocco, Fez: panoramic view of of Fez el Bali from the Burj Sud. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7422 
 Morocco, Fez: panoramic view of of Fez el Bali from the Burj Sud. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7421 
 Morocco, Fez: panoramic view of of Fez el Bali from the Burj Sud. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7420 
 Morocco, Fez: panoramic view from the Burj Sud of the medina of Fez el Bali with the minarets of the Kaiarouine Mosque and the Zaouira Moulay Idriss II (behind) where he is buried. 
 Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO
PMR-D7419 
 Morocco, Fez: one of the tiled gateway arches providing entry to the medina. 
 Keywords: Africa, culture, national heritage, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, colourful, Islam, Muslim, Fes
PMR-D7418 
 Morocco, Fez: facade of the Alaouite Royal Palace (Dar al Makhzen). 
 Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, colourful, Islam, Muslim, Fes
PMR-D7416 
 Morocco, Meknes: the Moroccan flag with five-pointed star symbolising the five pillars of Islam. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, colourful, Maghreb, royal city
PMR-D7409 
 Morocco, Meknes: minaret of the Grande Mosque from the roof of the Medrasa Bou Inania. 
 Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, culture, historic, national heritage, architecture, royal city
PMR-D6070 
 Oman, Taqah: view of the Museum of the Frankincense Land, with a group of Frankincense trees (Boswellia sacra) in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, park, gardens, bush, botanical, botany, architecture
PMR-D6069 
 Oman, Taqah: view of the Museum of the Frankincense Land, with a canal boat at the landing stage in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, park, gardens
PMR-D6068 
 Oman, Taqah: part of the ruins of the ancient city of Zafar, founded over 3000 years ago, in the Al Baleed Archeological Site. It was an important port in the frankincense trade during the 12th-16th centuries. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, heritage, excavations, historic
PMR-D6067 
 Oman, Taqah: part of the ruins of the ancient city of Zafar, founded over 3000 years ago, in the Al Baleed Archeological Site. It was an important port in the frankincense trade during the 12th-16th centuries. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, heritage, excavations, historic
PMR-D6066 
 Oman, Taqah: courtyard of the Museum of the Frankincense Land, with a tree (Boswellia sacra) in the centre. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture
PMR-D6065 
 Oman, Taqah: private dining cubicle in a restaurant, as frequently used by Omani family groups. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, tradition, custom, eating
PMR-D6064 
 Oman, Taqah: private dining cubicle in a restaurant, as frequently used by Omani family groups. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, tradition, custom, eating
PMR-D6063 
 Oman, Taqah: private dining cubicles in a restaurant, as frequently used by Omani family groups. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, tradition, custom, eating
PMR-D6062 
 Oman: a frankincense tree (Boswellia sacra) nearTaqah, growing in barren, inhospitable conditions as usual. The branches show signs of the incisons which are made several times a year to extract the resin, which is dried to form frankincense crystals. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, picturesque, rocky, incense, botany, bush
PMR-D6061 
 Oman: a frankincense tree (Boswellia sacra) nearTaqah, growing in barren, inhospitable conditions as usual. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, picturesque, rocky, incense, botany, bush
PMR-D6060 
 Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: the traditional musical accompaniment in the majlis. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, accommodation, dishdasha, instruments, drum
PMR-D6059 
 Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: tented majlis (place of assembly) where meals are served. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, accommodation, Bedouin
PMR-D6058 
 Oman, Muscat: an old watchtower overlooking the buildings of Old Muscat, with the Omani flag flying high. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, defence, fortifications
PMR-D6057 
 Oman, Muscat: model of a "Falaj" or ancient water distribution system in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, aflaj
PMR-D6056 
 Oman, Muscat: model of a "Falaj" or ancient water distribution system in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, aflaj
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-D6054 
 Oman, Muscat: the auditorium of the Royal Opera House, inaugurated in 2011. The building takes its motifs from Islamic, Mughal, Oriental and European art. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, artistic, culture, concerts , music
PMR-D6053 
 Oman, Muscat: the main staircase in the foyer of the Royal Opera House, inaugurated in 2011. The building takes its motifs from Islamic, Mughal, Oriental and European art. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, artistic, culture, concerts , music
PMR-D6052 
 Oman, Muscat: part of the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The walls are clad in off-white Bianco P and dark grey Bardiglio marble. The inner architecture shows many influences, including, here, that of Cordoba in southern Spain. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, artistic, culture
PMR-D6051 
 Oman, Muscat: part of the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The walls are clad in off-white Bianco P and dark grey Bardiglio marble. The inner architecture shows many influences, including, here, that of Cordoba in southern Spain. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, artistic, culture
PMR-D6050 
 Oman, Muscat: part of the Persian carpet in the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque showing the floral pattern and rich colours. It is a single piece 70 x 60 metres covering an area of 4263 square metres. Woven near Nishabur, Khurasan, it took 600 women four years to complete, has 1,700,000,000 knots, and weighs 21 tonnes. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, colourful, artistic, elegant
PMR-D6049 
 Oman, Muscat: polychrome floral panels in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, faience, culture, artistic, colourful
PMR-D6048 
 Oman, Muscat: the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The walls are clad in off-white Bianco P and dark grey Bardiglio marble. The Italian chandelier is the world's largest. The hand-woven carpet was produced in Iran and measures 60 x 70 metres, making it the world's second largest. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, dome , cupola, artistic
PMR-D6047 
 Oman, Muscat: the central chandelier in the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is 8 metres in diameter and 14 metres in length with 1122 lamps, together weighing 8 tonnes. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, dome, cupola, balance , proportion, symmetry, elegance, majestic, artistic
PMR-D6046 
 Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, prayer, worship, faience
PMR-D6045 
 Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, prayer, worship, faience
PMR-D6044 
 Oman, Muscat: the Ladies' Prayer Hall in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, showing the Turkish crystal chandeliers 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship
PMR-D6043 
 Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, faience, prayer, worship
PMR-D6042 
 Oman, Muscat: ministerial building, with the gardens of the Grand Mosque in the foreground. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D6041 
 Oman, Muscat: the main entrance and dome of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422). 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship, marble
PMR-D6040 
 Oman, Muscat: reflections in the polished marble forecourt of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship
PMR-D6039 
 Oman, Muscat: the principal minaret of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, 90 metres high, shows Egyptian influence. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship, marble
PMR-D6038 
 Oman, Muscat: fountain and falaj (water channel) in the gardens of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, with the entrance and dome of the prayer hall behind. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship, marble
PMR-D6037 
 Oman, Muscat: a young Omani in the soukh with his father. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, child, boy, youngster, toy, son, family
PMR-D6036 
 Oman, Muscat: view of Old Muscat with government buildings and Al Alam Palace. In the background are the two Portuguese forts, Jalali and Mirani which defended the harbour. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, picturesque, heritage, historic
PMR-D6032 
 Oman, Wadi Ayun: Arabian camel (Camelus dromedarius). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, ship of the desert, dromedary
PMR-D6031 
 Oman, Salalah: mausoleum of An Nabi Ayub (Prophet Job). 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, Bible, Koran, patriarch
PMR-D6029 
 Oman, Salalah: palm trees on the beach against the evening sky. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, silhouette, sunset, twilight, sundown
PMR-D6028 
 Oman: Ain Razat freshwater spring, view of the caves. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, geology
PMR-D6025 
 Oman: Ain Razat freshwater spring, view from the cave. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, geology
PMR-D6020 
 Oman: Tawi Attair Sinkhole, at 210 metres, one of the world's deepest, caused by the collapse of an underground cavern, provides nesting places for Pale Crag Martins and many other birds. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, geology, limestone
PMR-D6019 
 Oman, Wadi Darbat: a natural bridge in the limestone cliffs. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, geology, phenomenon
PMR-D6018 
 Oman, Wadi Darbat: a large Tamarind tree (Tamarindus indica) provides welcome shade for visitors. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, flora
PMR-D6016 
 Oman, Wadi Darbat: a green oasis in the Jebel Samhan uplands, with a watering camel in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, dromedary, wildlife
PMR-D6015 
 Oman, Wadi Darbat: a green oasis in the Jebel Samhan uplands, with a watering camel in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, dromedary, wildlife
PMR-D6014 
 Oman, Wadi Darbat: a green oasis in the Jebel Samhan uplands, with a watering camel in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, dromedary, wildlife
PMR-D6012 
 Oman, Wadi Darbat: shady woodland in the uplands of Jebel Samhan. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside
PMR-D6011 
 Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense by the sultans of Hadhramaut. View of the city on its commanding position on high ground, surrounded by impregnable walls of limestone slabs, originally maybe 10m high. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation, defence, fortifications
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-D6009 
 Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense. The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of part of the main gate which consisted of three successive wooden doors and a postern gate. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation
PMR-D6008 
 Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense. The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of the "Monumental Building" which housed a 25-metre-deep well and fresh water reservoir. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation
PMR-D6007 
 Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense by the sultans of the Hadhramaut. The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of the restored internal mud-brick walls. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation
PMR-D6006 
 Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense by the Sultans of the Hadhramaut. The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of the well-preserved walls of the temple complex. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation
PMR-D6005 
 Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense by the sultans of the Hadhramaut. The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of a street with restored mud-brick walls of houses. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation
PMR-D6004 
 Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense . The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of the restored internal mud-brick walls and limestone ablutions basin in a room of the temple. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation
PMR-D6003 
 Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense by the sultans of the Hadhramaut. The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of the restored internal mud-brick walls. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation
PMR-D6002 
 Oman, Taqah: view of the town and its beach from a rocky promontory nearby. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, colourful, surf, sand, panorama
PMR-D6001 
 Oman, Taqah: Omani drivers wearing the traditional dishdashas , with the town and beach in the background. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, colourful, surf, sand, panorama
PMR-D6000 
 Oman, Taqah: view of the town and its beach from a look-out point on the neighbouring cliffs. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, colourful, surf, sand, panorama
PMR-D5999 
 Oman, Taqah: view of the town and its beach from a look-out point on the neighbouring cliffs. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, colourful, surf, sand, panorama
PMR-D5998 
 Oman, Salalah: Beach Resort Hotel, from the beach. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, accommodation, architecture
PMR-D5991 
 Oman, Salalah: Beach Resort Hotel, from the beach. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, accommodation, architecture
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-D5982 
 Oman, Shuwaymiyah: sunset from the beach. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, tranquil, peaceful
PMR-D5981 
 Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah, with its long escarpment; view from the oasis. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5980 
 Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah, with its long escarpment; view from the oasis, where a trickle of water escapes into the desert. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5979 
 Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah, with its long escarpment; view from the oasis. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5978 
 Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah, with its long escarpment; view from the oasis. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5977 
 Oman: an oasis in Wadi Shuwaymiyah, the pool backed by limestone cliffs with bizarre stalactites and caves and fringed with palm trees. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5976 
 Oman: an oasis in Wadi Shuwaymiyah, the pool backed by limestone cliffs with bizarre stalactites and caves and fringed with palm trees. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5975 
 Oman: an oasis in Wadi Shuwaymiyah, the pool backed by sunlit reeds. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5974 
 Oman: an oasis in Wadi Shuwaymiyah, the pool backed by limestone cliffs with bizarre stalactites and caves and fringed with palm trees. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5973 
 Oman: an oasis in Wadi Shuwaymiyah, the pool backed by limestone cliffs with bizarre stalactites and caves and fringed with palm trees. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5972 
 Oman: an oasis in Wadi Shuwaymiyah, the pool backed by limestone cliffs with bizarre stalactites and caves and fringed with palm trees. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5971 
 Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah, with its long escarpment. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5970 
 Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5969 
 Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5968 
 Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5967 
 Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
PMR-D5966 
 Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky
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-D5958 
 Oman, Sawqirah: free-ranging donkeys eating discarded fruit at the roadside. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, ass, equine, scavenging
PMR-D5956 
 Oman, Duqm: flowers of Desert Rose (Adenium arabicum = obesum) 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, botany, flora, colourful
PMR-D5955 
 Oman, Duqm.: City Hotel. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, accommodation, architecture
PMR-D5954 
 Oman: flock of gulls and terns on the beach, north of Duqm. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, birds, ornithology, seagulls
PMR-D5953 
 Oman: Toyota Landcruisers in sight of the sea, north of Duqm. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert , expedition
PMR-D5952 
 Oman: Toyota Landcruisers at a Bedouin camp in the Wahabi Sands, south of Al Wasil. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, isolated, expedition
PMR-D5951 
 Oman: inside a Bedouin "tent" in the Wahabi Sands, south of Al Wasil. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, tradition, shade, cool, shelter, carpets
PMR-D5950 
 Oman: youngsters at a Bedouin camp in the Wahabi Sands, south of Al Wasil. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, children, kids
PMR-D5949 
 Oman: a "petrol station" at a Bedouin camp in the Wahiba Sands, south of Al Wasil. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, expedition
PMR-D5948 
 Oman: a mosque, alone in the Wahiba Sands, south of Al Wasil. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate
PMR-D5947 
 Oman: Toyota Landcruisers in the Wahiba Sands, south of Al Wasil. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, expedition
PMR-D5946 
 Oman: Toyota Landcruisers in the Wahiba Sands, south of Al Wasil. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, expedition
PMR-D5945 
 Oman: Desert Nights Camp, in the Wahiba Sands, south of Al Wasil. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, accommodation
PMR-D5944 
 Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: Arabian camels (Camelus dromedarius) in the Wahiba Sands. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, ship of the desert, dromedary
PMR-D5943 
 Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: Arabian camel (Camelus dromedarius) in the Wahiba Sands. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, ship of the desert, dromedary
PMR-D5942 
 Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: Arabian camels (Camelus dromedarius) in the Wahiba Sands. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, ship of the desert, dromedary
PMR-D5941 
 Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: the central pavilion, a shady area for rest and relaxation. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, accommodation
PMR-D5940 
 Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: the central pavilion, a shady area for rest and relaxation. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, accommodation
PMR-D5939 
 Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: overnight cabins arranged in a circle around the central pavilion. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, accommodation
PMR-D5938 
 Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp: ultra light flying wing giving pleasure flights over the sand dunes. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, aerial, desert
PMR-D5937 
 Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp, Wahiba Sands: sand dunes in late afternoon light. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, light & shade, picturesque, photogenic
PMR-D5936 
 Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp: Toyota Landcruisers in the sand dunes. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort
PMR-D5935 
 Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp: Toyota Landcruiser in the sand dunes. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort
PMR-D5934 
 Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp: Toyota Landcruiser in the sand dunes. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort
PMR-D5933 
 Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp: ultra light aircraft giving pleasure flights over the sand dunes. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort
PMR-D5932 
 Oman, Wadi al Khalid: mixed vegetation near the entrance to the wadi. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, rocky, picturesque, palm trees
PMR-D5931 
 Oman, Wadi al Khalid: view into the rugged steep-sided gorge. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque, rocky, craggy, geology
PMR-D5930 
 Oman, Wadi al Khalid: swimming in the green waters of the steep-sided upper pool. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque, rocky
PMR-D5929 
 Oman, Wadi al Khalid: swimming in the green waters of the steep-sided upper pool. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque, rocky
PMR-D5928 
 Oman, Wadi al Khalid: swimming in the waters of the steep-sided upper pool. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque, rocky
PMR-D5927 
 Oman, Wadi al Khalid: waters of the upper pool, looking into the gorge. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque
PMR-D5926 
 Oman, Wadi al Khalid: waters of the upper pool, looking into the gorge. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque
PMR-D5925 
 Oman, Wadi al Khalid: recreational area adjacent to the cafe and lifeguard post. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque
PMR-D5924 
 Oman, Wadi al Khalid: green waters of the lower pool, surrounded by palm trees. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque
PMR-D5923 
 Oman, Wadi al Khalid: green waters of the lower pool, surrounded by palm trees. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque
PMR-D5922 
 Oman: colourful Bougainvillea flowers near Wadi al Khalid. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, blooms, bush, shrub, botany, flora
PMR-D5921 
 Oman: Landcruisers lined up outside a Pakistani restaurant during a mealstop near Wadi al Khalid. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, roadside cafe, food-stop
PMR-D5920 
 Oman: "Camel waste disposal unit": camels eating cardboard cartons from a refuse container on the road to Ibra. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, dromedaries, scavenging
PMR-D5919 
 Oman: "Camel waste disposal unit": camels making a meal from a refuse container on the road to Ibra. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, dromedaries, scavenging
PMR-D5918 
 Oman: blue-domed mosque on the road to Ibra. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture
PMR-D5917 
 Oman, Zukait: one of the prehistoric "beehive tombs" dating from 3500-2000 BC. Their true purpose has not been established. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, archeology
PMR-D5916 
 Oman, Zukait: one of the prehistoric "beehive tombs" dating from 3500-2000 BC. Their true purpose has not been established. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, archeology
PMR-D5915 
 Oman, Zukait: one of the prehistoric "beehive tombs" dating from 3500-2000 BC. Their true purpose has not been established. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, archeology
PMR-D5914 
 Oman, Zukait: stele, describing the prehistoric "beehive tombs" dating from 3500-2000 BC. Their true purpose has not been established. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, archeology
PMR-D5913 
 Oman, the Saiq Plateau: cultivated terraces adjacent to the village of A'Sheregah on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rocky, wild, geology, limestone, chasm, agriculture, crops
PMR-D5912 
 Oman, Saiq Plateau: kitten in Al Ayn. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, photogenic, cat, pet, animal
PMR-D5911 
 Oman, the Saiq Plateau: view of the village of A'Sheragah with its terraces and falaj (irregation channel) on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm
PMR-D5910 
 Oman, the Saiq Plateau: a tiled doorway in the village of Al Ayn on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, faience, ceramic, colourful
PMR-D5909 
 Oman, the Saiq Plateau: view of the village of Al Aqr from Al Ayn on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm
PMR-D5908 
 Oman, the Saiq Plateau: a natural water hole near the village of Al Ayn, overlooking Wadi Al Ayn. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm
PMR-D5907 
 Oman, the Saiq Plateau: view along Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains from the village of Al Ayn, with a terrace of gardens in the foreground. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm
PMR-D5906 
 Oman, the Saih Katenah: view of the village of Al Aqr from the village of Al Ayn, on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains on the Saiq Plateau. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm
PMR-D5905 
 Oman, the Saih Katenah: view along Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains from the Saiq Plateau, 2200 metres, showing the numerous terraces. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm
PMR-D5904 
 Oman, the Saih Katenah: view along Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains from the Saiq Plateau, with the village of Al Ayn on its rocky spur in the foreground, and A'Sheragah in the distance. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm
PMR-D5903 
 Oman, the Saih Katenah: view along Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains from the Saiq Plateau, 2200 metres. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm
PMR-D5901 
 Oman, the Saih Katenah: view from Lady Di's Point, 2200m, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains on the Saiq Plateau, on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, with Omani drivers wearing traditional dishdashas in the foreground. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm
PMR-D5900 
 Oman, the Saih Katenah: view from Lady Di's Point, 2200m, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains on the Saiq Plateau, on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, with the village of Al Ayn on its rocky spur. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm
PMR-D5899 
 Oman, the Saih Katenah: view from Lady Di's Point, 2200m, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains on the Saiq Plateau, on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, with the village of A'Sheragah and its terraces. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm
PMR-D5898 
 Oman, the Saih Katenah: view from Lady Di's Point, 2200m, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains on the Saiq Plateau, on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn. Villages of A'Sheragah (left) and Al Ayn (right) on the far side. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm
PMR-D5897 
 Oman, Birkat al Mawz: entrance to the village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, oasis
PMR-D5896 
 Oman, Birkat al Mawz: entrance to the village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, oasis
PMR-D5895 
 Oman, Birkat al Mawz: a village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, oasis
PMR-D5894 
 Oman, Birkat al Mawz: entrance to the village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, oasis
PMR-D5893 
 Oman, Birkat al Mawz: view among the date palms. Most of the underplanted bananas have disappeared. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, oasis, palm-trees, grove
PMR-D5892 
 Oman, Birkat al Mawz: watch towers protruding from the sea of date palms. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, oasis, historic
PMR-D5891 
 Oman, Birkat al Mawz: view towards Nizwa with part of the modern town. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, oasis
PMR-D5890 
 Oman, Birkat al Mawz: a village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, oasis
PMR-D5889 
 Oman, Birkat al Mawz: a village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, oasis
PMR-D5888 
 Oman, Birkat al Mawz: a village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, oasis
PMR-D5886 
 Oman: barren mountains dominate the plain east of Nizwa, approaching Birkat al Mawz. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5885 
 Oman, Nizwa: balconies of the Hotel Al Diyar overlooking the central court and swimming pool. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, accommodation
PMR-D5884 
 Oman, Nizwa: topiary work outside the walls of the modernised soukhs. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade, architecture
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-D5882 
 Oman, Nizwa: a corner of the East Soukh devoted to traditional Bahla earthenware pottery, a popular souvenir with visitors. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade
PMR-D5881 
 Oman, Nizwa: general view of the modernised bunting-strewn East Soukh. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade, pottery, souvenirs
PMR-D5880 
 Oman, Nizwa: strings of bunting decorate the soukh using masses of Omani flags. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade
PMR-D5879 
 Oman, Nizwa: traditionally-shaped Bahla earthenware pottery jars displayed in the East Soukh and popular as souvenirs. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade, pottery, souvenirs
PMR-D5878 
 Oman, Nizwa: sacks of herbs and spices in the soukh. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade
PMR-D5877 
 Oman, Nizwa: sacks of herbs and spices in the soukh. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade
PMR-D5876 
 Oman, Nizwa: stall in the soukh offering sacks of spices, with young sales assistants. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate
PMR-D5875 
 Oman, Nizwa: vegetable stall in the soukh, with owner sitting in the foreground. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade, greengrocery
PMR-D5874 
 Oman, Nizwa: shop in the soukh, selling halwa and other Omani sweets and confectionery. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, sweetmeats
PMR-D5873 
 Oman, Nizwa: a young camel about to be driven off in a pick-üp truck by his new owner at the livestock market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, dromedary, bazaar, soukh
PMR-D5872 
 Oman, Nizwa: a truckload of young camels at the livestock market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, dromedary, bazaar, soukh
PMR-D5871 
 Oman, Nizwa: a truckload of young camels at the livestock market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, dromedary, bazaar, soukh
PMR-D5870 
 Oman, Nizwa: young camel being unloaded from a truck at the livestock market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, dromedary, bazaar, soukh
PMR-D5869 
 Oman, Jabrin: plan of Jabreen Castle (Gabrin Fort) which dates back to about 1672 and has recently been throughly renovated. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, fortress, defence, historic
PMR-D5868 
 Oman, Jabrin: colourfully decorated roof of the dining hall of Jabreen Castle (Gabrin Fort) which dates back to about 1672 and has recently been throughly renovated. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, fortress, defence, historic, ornate, beams
PMR-D5867 
 Oman, Jabrin: view of the town, at the foot of barren mountains, from Jabreen Castle. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, fortress, defence, historic
PMR-D5866 
 Oman, Jabrin: the entrance to Jabreen Castle (Gabrin Fort) which dates back to about 1672 and has recently been throughly renovated. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, fortress, defence, historic
PMR-D5865 
 Oman, Al Hamra: a nearby sea of date palms provides a patch of green. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, trees, agriculture
PMR-D5863 
 Oman, Al Hamra: traditional mud brick buildings in the old quarter are mostly empty and deserted. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, adobe, abandoned, ruin
PMR-D5862 
 Oman, Al Hamra: traditional mud brick buildings in the old quarter are mostly empty and deserted. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, adobe, abandoned, ruin
PMR-D5861 
 Oman, Al Hamra: traditional mud brick buildings in the old quarter are mostly empty and deserted. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, adobe, abandoned, ruin
PMR-D5859 
 Oman, Al Hamra: traditional mud brick buildings in the old quarter are mostly empty and deserted. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, adobe, abandoned, ruin
PMR-D5858 
 Oman, Al Hamra: traditional mud brick buildings in the old quarter are mostly empty and deserted. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, adobe, abandoned, ruin
PMR-D5857 
 Oman, Misfat al Abryeen (Misfah al Abriyin): the village is a green oasis in barren surroundings 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque
PMR-D5856 
 Oman, Misfat al Abryeen (Misfah al Abriyin): traditional method of keeping water cool, before the time of refrigerators.. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate
PMR-D5855 
 Oman, Misfat al Abryeen (Misfah al Abriyin): the village stands on a steep hillside; the inhabitants are accustomed to the steps. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque
PMR-D5854 
 Oman, Misfat al Abryeen (Misfah al Abriyin): the ruined watchtower overlooking the village. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5853 
 Oman: approaching Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5852 
 Oman: approaching Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5851 
 Oman: approaching Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5850 
 Oman: approaching Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5849 
 Oman, Al Alamain: the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi) from Sharafat al Alamayn, ca. 2000 metres high. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, panorama
PMR-D5848 
 Oman, Al Alamain: the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi) from Sharafat al Alamayn, ca. 2000 metres high. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, panorama
PMR-D5847 
 Oman, Al Alamain: Shorfet Al Alamain (Sharafat al Alamayn) Hotel, ca. 2000 metres high in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5846 
 Oman, Al Alamain: Shorfet Al Alamain (Sharafat al Alamayn) Hotel, ca. 2000 metres high in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5845 
 Oman: Omani drivers, dressed for 2000m. altitude, in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5844 
 Oman: Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5843 
 Oman: the village of Bilad Sayt in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, traditional
PMR-D5842 
 Oman: the village of Bilad Sayt in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, traditional
PMR-D5841 
 Oman: Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5840 
 Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5839 
 Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5838 
 Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5837 
 Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5836 
 Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5835 
 Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5834 
 Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5833 
 Oman: Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track
PMR-D5832 
 Oman: Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5831 
 Oman: Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5830 
 Oman: Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5829 
 Oman: Landcruisers in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, off-road vehicles, limestone
PMR-D5828 
 Oman: Landcruisers in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, off-road vehicles, limestone
PMR-D5827 
 Oman: entering Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5826 
 Oman: entering Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone
PMR-D5825 
 Oman, Nakhal: the river, just below the warm springs of Ain A'Thawwarah, is a popular place for local people to paddle and bathe. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, spa
PMR-D5824 
 Oman, Nakhal: Omani family enjoying a picnic in the shade near to the warm springs of Ain A'Thawwarah. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, oasis, children, eating, mealtime
PMR-D5823 
 Oman, Nakhal: view of Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times, showing its full extent and the rocky spur on which it was built. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications, crenellations
PMR-D5822 
 Oman, Nakhal: view of Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times, showing the rocky spur on which it was built, with the Omani flag flying proudly. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications, crenellations
PMR-D5821 
 Oman, Nakhal: view of Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times, showing the rocky spur on which it was built, with the Omani flag flying proudly. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications, crenellations
PMR-D5820 
 Oman, Nakhal: Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times: view from the "keep", with the town and its mosque in the distance. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications, crenellations
PMR-D5819 
 Oman, Nakhal: the "keep" and part of the natural rock spur, on which it is built, of Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications, crenellations
PMR-D5818 
 Oman, Nakhal: the "keep" and outer walls of Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times, with Jebel Nakhal, a spur of the Western Hajar mountains, behind. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications
PMR-D5817 
 Oman, Nakhal: view of the town and its mosque from the walls of the fortress, with Jebel Nakhal, a spur of the Western Hajar mountains, behind. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis
PMR-D5816 
 Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour
PMR-D5815 
 Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour
PMR-D5814 
 Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour
PMR-D5813 
 Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour
PMR-D5811 
 Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour
PMR-D5810 
 Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour
PMR-D5809 
 Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour
PMR-D5808 
 Oman, Barka: varieties of fish on offer in the fish market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate
PMR-D5807 
 Oman, Barka: varieties of fish on offer in the fish market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate
PMR-D5806 
 Oman, Barka: growers offering their produce in the fruit and vegetable market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate
PMR-D5805 
 Oman, Barka: strange produce in the fruit and vegetable market. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate
PMR-D5804 
 Oman, Muscat: sunset, from the beach. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, peaceful, tranquil
PMR-D5803 
 Oman, Muscat: the newly-restored Mirani Fort , built by the Portuguese in the 16th century to defend the harbour. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, fortress, defence
PMR-D5802 
 Oman, Muscat: minaret of the blue-tiled Al Khor Mosque, with the restored Mirani Fort behind, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, fortress, defence
PMR-D5801 
 Oman, Muscat: Sultan Qaboos' Al Alam Palace in Old Muscat, built in 1972. View from the gardens. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate
PMR-D5799 
 Oman, Muscat: one of the arcaded colonnades flanking the approach to Al Alam royal palace, with colourful flowerbeds in the foreground. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque
PMR-D5798 
 Oman, Muscat: facade of Sultan Qaboos' Al Alam Palace in Old Muscat, built in 1972. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate
PMR-D5797 
 Oman, Muscat: a section of the original city walls of Old Muscat, snaking up the hillside, with regular watchtowers built on. Flower gardens adjoining the Sultan's Palace, Al Alam, in the foreground. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, colourful, picturesque, historic
PMR-D5796 
 Oman, Muscat: a section of the original city walls of Old Muscat, snaking up the hillside, with regular watchtowers built on. Flower gardens adjoining the Sultan's Palace, Al Alam, in the foreground. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, colourful, picturesque, historic
PMR-D5795 
 Oman, Muscat: the Royal Opera House , inaugurated in 2011. Contractor: Carillion. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, concerts, music
PMR-D5794 
 Oman, Muscat: colourful gardens of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, minarets
PMR-D5793 
 Oman, Muscat: colourful gardens of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422). 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, minarets
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-D5787 
 Oman, Muscat: traditional wooden dhow used for trading or pleasure trips, flying the flag of Oman. 
 Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, ship, boat, maritime
PMR-D2101 
 Oman, Muscat: the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422), was built with 300,000 tons of Indian sandstone by Carillion Alawi LLC and took six years and seven months to complete. Oman, Muscat: the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422), was built with 300,000 tons of Indian sandstone by Carillion Alawi LLC and took six years and seven months to complete. 
 Keywords: architecture, oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultanate, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D5388 
 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: covered part of the inner courtyard of the Id Kah Mosque, built in 1442, central to Uighar Muslims. It is the largest in China, and can hold 20,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D5387 
 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: covered part of the inner courtyard of the Id Kah Mosque, built in 1442, central to Uighar Muslims. It is the largest in China, and can hold 20,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D5386 
 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: detail of the carpets used in the covered part of the inner courtyard of the Id Kah Mosque, built in 1442, central to Uighar Muslims. It is the largest in China, and can hold 20,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D5354 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: Hotel Uzbekistan. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5353 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: figures of a pair of mating storks crown the dome of the Palace of International Forums (2009). 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, sculpture
PMR-D5352 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: the equestrian statue of Amir Timur (Tamerlaine) in Amir Timur Square, with the Palace of International Forums (2009) in the background. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, sculpture, memorial
PMR-D5351 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: the equestrian statue of Amir Timur (Tamerlaine) in Amir Timur Square, with the Palace of International Forums (2009) in the background. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, sculpture, memorial
PMR-D5350 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: row of bicycles for hire. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, Muslim, colourful, Sunni Islam, mobility
PMR-D5349 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: local artists display their paintings in the park. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, art, pictures
PMR-D5348 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: local artists display their paintings in the park. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, art, pictures
PMR-D5347 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: local artists display their paintings in the park. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, art, pictures
PMR-D5346 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: Hall of Congress, adjoining Independence Park (Mustaqillik Maydoni). 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5345 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: pool with three fountains, with part of the Independence Arch on the left, in Mustaqillik Maydoni. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5344 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: Parliament Building, with fountain in Independence Park (Mustaqillik Maydoni). 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5343 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: columned arch marking the start of Mustaqillik Maydoni or Independence Square, surmounted by figures of storks. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, landmark
PMR-D5342 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: columned arch marking the start of Mustaqillik Maydoni or Independence Square, surmounted by figures of storks. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, landmark
PMR-D5341 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: eternal flame and figure of a woman grieving for her children who fell fighting for their country in war. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, memorial, tribute
PMR-D5340 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent: memorial pavilion for the the victims of the earthquake on 26th April 1966. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5339 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city: Turkiston Hotel. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5338 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: part of the Khazrati Imam Architectural Complex. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5337 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: highly ornate green-tiled Mihrab. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5336 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: carved wooden frieze and pillar-capital, part of the Khazrati Imam Architectural Complex. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5335 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: Khazrati Imam Mosque, built in 2007, across the square from Barak-Khan Madrasa. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5334 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: facade and iwan of the Barak-Khan Madrasa, built in late 15th/early 16th centuries. It faces the Khazrati-Imami Mosque (2007) across the square. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5333 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: the dome of the Kaffai Shashi Mosque stannds on a handsome drum with polychrome floral ornamentation. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
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-D5331 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: Khazrat Imami Mosque, built in 2007, with the smaller Tilla Sheikh Mosque (1856-7) in front, across the square from Barak-Khan Madrasa. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5330 
 Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: Khazrati Imam Mosque, built in 2007, across the square from Barak-Khan Madrasa. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5329 
 Uzbekistan, Jizzakh Province: following the old Silk Road along the Serashan Valley, now equipped with new bridges. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, Sunni Islam, river, landscape, parched
PMR-D5328 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Shakh-i-Zinda necropolis, showing the facade and iwan of the street entrance, with the domes of the mausoleums ascending the hill behind. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5327 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: one of the fluted domes of the Bibi Khanum mosque, resting on a drum with large epigraphic ornamentation. (Similar to the domes of the Sher Dor madrasa). 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5326 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: selling spice from a sack in the bazaar. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, Muslim, colourful, Sunni Islam, trade
PMR-D5325 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: buying fruit in the bazaar. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, Muslim, colourful, Sunni Islam, market, trade
PMR-D5324 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: mobile stalls offering fresh cakes of local bread in the bazaar. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, Muslim, colourful, Sunni Islam, trade, market
PMR-D5323 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: choosing a melon in the bazaar. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, Muslim, colourful, Sunni Islam, market, fruit, trade
PMR-D5322 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: a busy scene at the bus station, adjoining the bazaar. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, transport, street scene
PMR-D5321 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: cakes of the local bread being sold outside the bazaar, with the bus station in the background. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5320 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: a "sculpture" made of snuff-tobacco on a stall in the bazaar. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5319 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, completed by Timur (Tamerlaine) in 1404 in honour of his wife. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world, but soon began to crumble, and was finally ruined by an earthquake in 1887. It is in a state of ongoing reconstruction. Parade Portal, pishtak/iwan, dome and a minaret. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5318 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, completed by Timur (Tamerlaine) in 1404 in honour of his wife. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world, but soon began to crumble, and was finally ruined by an earthquake in 1887. It is in a state of reconstruction. The 35-metre-high Parade Portal leading to the courtyard. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5317 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: small classical building with columned portico, possibly a (film-) theatre, not far from the university. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5316 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the statue of Ali-shir Nava'i (1441-1501), a poet, writer, politician, linguist, mystic and painter who wrote in the Turkic language, stands in a well-maintained park with flower beds and seats for strollers. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, memorial, sculpture
PMR-D5315 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: statue of Ali-shir Nava'i (1441-1501), a poet, writer, politician, linguist, mystic and painter who wrote in the Turkic language. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, memorial, sculpture
PMR-D5314 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: one of the local compact buses. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, traffic, transport, bus-service
PMR-D5313 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: spacious, tree-lined University Boulevard. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, town-planning, traffic, landscaping
PMR-D5312 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Russian Orthodox Church of St. Alexis, built in 1912. Architect: A. Smirnova. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, icons, worship
PMR-D5311 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Russian Orthodox Church of St. Alexis, built in 1912. Architect: A. Smirnova. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, icons, worship
PMR-D5310 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Russian Orthodox Church of St. Alexis, built in 1912. Architect: A. Smirnova. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, icons, worship
PMR-D5309 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: iconostasis of the Russian Orthodox Church of St. Alexis, built in 1912. Architect: A. Smirnova. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, icons, worship
PMR-D5308 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: a typical pedestrians-only road, lined by shops. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5307 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: portrait of Amir Ulugh Beg, astronomer, mathematician, theologian and poet, also grandson of Amir Timur (Tamerlaine), in the museum on the site of his former observatory. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, knowledge, genius, inventor
PMR-D5306 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: model of the former observatory of Amir Ulugh Beg, astronomer, mathematician, theologian and poet, which contained his giant sextant. Exhibit in the Ulugh Beg Museum. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, knowledge, genius, inventor
PMR-D5305 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the site of the former observatory of Amir Ulugh Beg, astronomer, mathematician, theologian and poet, also grandson of Amir Timur (Tamerlaine), now containns only the rails of his giant sextant. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, knowledge, genius, inventor
PMR-D5304 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the modern museum describing the achievements off Amir Ulugh Beg, astronomer, mathematician, theologian and poet, also grandson of Amir Timur (Tamerlaine), on the site of his former observatory. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5303 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, the Ulugh Beg Observatory: these curved rails are all that remains of the giant sextant, three stories high, built by Ulugh Beg around 1437. With its aid he was able to calculate the exact length of a year, to within one minute. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, inventor, genius, knowledge
PMR-D5302 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: statue of Amir Ulugh Beg, astronomer, mathematician, theologian and poet, also grandson of Amir Timur (Tamerlaine), outside his former observatory. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5301 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Tilya-Kari Medrasa and Mosque, built 1646-60, stands at the far (west) side of Registan Square. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5300 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Registan square, wth its 3 madrasas: Ulugh Beg Madrasa (1417-1420) (left)
Tilya-Kori Madrasa (1646-1660) (centre), and
Sher-Dor Madrasa (1619-1636) (right) 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5299 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: approach road to the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, showing two of the eight planned minarets. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5298 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, completed by Timur (Tamerlaine) in 1404 in honour of his wife. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world, but soon began to crumble, and was finally ruined by an earthquake in 1887. It is in a state of ongoing reconstruction. View of one of three cupolas and side entrance. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5297 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: detail of ornament over the iwan of the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, completed by Timur (Tamerlaine) in 1404 in honour of his wife. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world, but soon began to crumble, and was finally ruined by an earthquake in 1887. It is in a state of ongoing reconstruction. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5296 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: facade and iwan of the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, completed by Timur (Tamerlaine) in 1404 in honour of his wife. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world, but soon began to crumble, and was finally ruined by an earthquake in 1887. It is in a state of ongoing reconstruction. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5295 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: facade and iwan of the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, completed by Timur (Tamerlaine) in 1404 in honour of his wife. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world, but soon began to crumble, and was finally ruined by an earthquake in 1887. It is in a state of ongoing reconstruction. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5293 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: turquoise domes of the Sher Dor madrasa and the Tilya Kari madrasa.. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5292 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: one of the fluted domes of the Sher Dor madrasa, built 1619-36, resting on a drum with large epigraphic ornamentation. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5291 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: part of the Sher Dor madrasa and the Tilya Kari madrasa from the gardens adjoining the Registan. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5290 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and iwan of the Sher Dor ("lion-bearing") madrasa, built in 1619-36 by order of Amir Yalangtush Bakhodur. The lions over the iwan (resembling rather tigers) are hunting deer and are an unusual example of animals being portrayed in Islamic art. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5289 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: colourful iwan with "stalactites" and bands of calligraphy in the Ulugh Beg madrasa, built 1417-20. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5288 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: Turquoise tiled dome of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa rests on a drum with polychrome geometrical ornamentation and a band of calligraphy. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5287 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: mosque with carved wooden pillars and roof in Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5286 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: carved wooden door panel with floral motif in the Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5285 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: view of the south-east (entrance) side of the tree-shaded courtyard of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60, from the iwan on the opposite side. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5284 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and iwan on the south-east side of the inner courtyard of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5283 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and iwan on the north-west side of the inner courtyard of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60, from the shade of the trees in the centre of the courtyard. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5282 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: extensive gilding of the mihrab and "stalactites" in the iwan of the interior of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5281 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: extensive gilding of the inner walls of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5280 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: pattern of the inner dome of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5279 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and iwan on the north-west side of the inner courtyard of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5278 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade, iwan and dome of the mosque on the west side of the courtyard of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5277 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. Detail of the geometrical ornamentation over the iwan. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5276 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and broad iwan of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. The two-storied alcoves continue through the iwan. The dome is visible on the left. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5275 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60, with two iwans. Detail of the geometrical ornamentation over the iwans. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5274 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: two-storied courtyard ofTilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60, with two iwans. The galleries contained dormitories for the students.. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5273 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: detail of the dome and geometrical ornamentation on the side tower of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5272 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: detail of the geometrical and epigraphical ornamentation on the capital of one of the columns of Ulugh Beg madrasa, built 1417-20. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5271 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: Ulugh Beg madrasa, built 1417-20. The facade over the iwan is decorated with star-shaped. geometrical patterns. (detail) 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5270 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and broad iwan of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. The two-storied alcoves continue through the iwan. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5269 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and iwan of Ulugh Beg madrasa, built 1417-20, with flanking columns. The facade over the iwan is decorated with star-shaped. geometrical patterns. Ulugh Beg himself used to give lectures here. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5268 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: turquoise single dome of Tilya-Kori madrasa, asymetrically placed, with part of the two-storey facade, richly decorated with polychrome tiling. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5267 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Registan square, wth its 3 madrasas: Ulugh Beg Madrasa (1417-1420) (left)
Tilya-Kori Madrasa (1646-1660) (centre), and
Sher-Dor Madrasa (1619-1636) (right) 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5266 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: fountain in the green centre of the city, with Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine), in the background. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate
PMR-D5265 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. View of the outer facade and iwan, heavy with "stalactites". 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate
PMR-D5264 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. View of facade, iwan and cupola, from an archway opposite. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate
PMR-D5263 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. View of the facade and iwan, with cupola and twin columns. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate
PMR-D5262 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. The single, fluted cupola, 15 metres broad x 12.5 metres high, sits atop a drum with geometric and epigraphic ornamentation on polychrome tiling. Two, spirally-decorated columns stand either side. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate
PMR-D5261 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. The single, fluted cupola, 15 metres broad x 12.5 metres high, sits atop a drum with geometric and epigraphic ornamentation on polychrome tiling. Two, spirally-decorated columns stand either side. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate
PMR-D5260 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. The single, fluted cupola, 15 metres broad x 12.5 metres high, sits atop a drum with geometric and epigraphic ornamentation on polychrome tiling. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate
PMR-D5259 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. The single, fluted cupola, 15 metres broad x 12.5 metres high, sits atop a drum with geometric and epigraphic ornamentation on polychrome tiling. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate
PMR-D5258 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. The sarcophogus on the right is that of Timur. The jade slab covering it was broken in two when it was temporarily abducted by Persian invaders. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate
PMR-D5257 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. The interior walls are covered with onyx slabs, with " stalactites" in the alcoves. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate
PMR-D5256 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. Pattern of the dome. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate
PMR-D5255 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum.
Portrait of Amir Timur (137 1405) in the porch. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate
PMR-D5254 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: a fine statue of the seated Amir Temur (Tamerlaine) in the city centre, at the end of University Boulevard. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, memorial, sculpture
PMR-D5253 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): the open graveyard at the top of the hill. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5252 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): beautiful turquoise tiled dome with bands of polychrome decoration below. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5251 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): view of the domes of the necropolis from the open graveyard at the top of the hill. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5250 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): pilgrims visiting the necropolis, and one of the arched crossings. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5249 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): facade and iwan of mausoleum of Shodi Mulk Oko, built 1372 in honour of Temur/Tamerlaine's sister Turkon oko and her daughter. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5248 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): mausoleum of Shirin Beka Oka, built by Timur/Tamerlaine for his sister who died in 1385. Details of wall decoration and "stalactites". 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5247 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): mausoleum of Shirin Beka Oka, built by Timur/Tamerlaine for his sister who died in 1385. Details of dome design. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5246 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): facade of mausoleum of Shirin Beka Oka, built by Timur/Tamerlaine for his sister who died in 1385. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5245 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): roof of mausoleum of Shodi Mulk Oko, built 1372 in honour of Temur/Tamerlaine's sister Turkon oko and her daughter. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5244 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): view of mausoleums looking north. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5243 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): facade and iwan of the Usto Ali Nesefi mausoleum (14th century), built by architect Ali from Nasaf, has unusual elegant geometric form. (detail) 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5242 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): facade and iwan of the Usto Ali Nesefi mausoleum (14th century), built by architect Ali from Nasaf, has unusual elegant geometric form. (detail) 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5241 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): facade and iwan of the Usto Ali Nesefi mausoleum (14th century), built by architect Ali from Nasaf, has unusual elegant geometric form. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5240 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): facade and iwan of the Khodja Ahmad mausoleum (14th century), has finest glazed terracotta work in the northern section. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5239 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): view of the "street of mausoleums" through an arch. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5238 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): Kusam ibn Abbas complex - intricate patterns on the walls of the mausoleum. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5237 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): Kusam ibn Abbas complex - domed roof of the mausoleum with chandelier. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5236 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): Kusam ibn Abbas complex - domed roof of the mausoleum with chandelier. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5235 
 Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): Kusam ibn Abbas complex - Koranic script in the mausoleum. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques
PMR-D5234 
 Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara, Maklikrabot: sparse remains of the former fortified caravanserai, which probably fell victim to Genghis Khan in the 14th century. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, aqueduct, canal, reservoir
PMR-D5233 
 Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara, Maklikrabot: Malik Sardoba, a 14th century water cistern fed by the River Serafschan to supply the former fortified caravanserai and Rabat Malik Palace. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, aqueduct, canal, reservoir
PMR-D5232 
 Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara, Maklikrabot: Malik Sardoba, a 14th century water cistern fed by the River Serafschan to supply the former fortified caravanserai and Rabat Malik Palace. View inside the cistern. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, aqueduct, canal, reservoir
PMR-D5231 
 Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara, Maklikrabot: Malik Sardoba, a 14th century water cistern fed by the River Serafschan to supply the former fortified caravanserai and Rabat Malik Palace. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, aqueduct, canal, reservoir
PMR-D5230 
 Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara, Maklikrabot: Malik Sardoba, a 14th century water cistern fed by the River Serafschan to supply the former fortified caravanserai and Rabat Malik Palace. The information kiosk is in the form of a traditionally-shaped blue-lacquered jug. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, aqueduct, canal, reservoir
PMR-D5229 
 Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara, Maklikrabot: monumental iwan records the site of the former fortified caravanserai, which probably fell victim to Genghis Khan in the 14th century. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, aqueduct, canal, reservoir
PMR-D5228 
 Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara: Uzbek cyclist with young son, cycling past one of the numerous cottonfields. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, cycle-trip
PMR-D5227 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: panorama view over Khiva from the watchtower of the Kohna Ark. Prominent are the green dome of the Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum and the Islam Khoja minaret and mosque. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5226 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: view of the fortified wall of Ichan Kala from the watch tower in the Kohna Ark, looking north. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, crenellation
PMR-D5225 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the Mukhamed Rakhim-kahn Medrasa, with the minaret of the Juma Mosque behind, seen from the watchtower of the Kohna Ark. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5224 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: view of the fortified wall of Ichan Kala from the watch tower in the Kohna Ark, looking south. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, crenellation
PMR-D5223 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: facade and iwan of Kutlug Murad Inak madrasa, also known as Alla-Kuli Kahn madrasa (mid 19th century), which was once one of the biggest schools in Khiva. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5222 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: a defence turret on the fortified wall of the Kohna Ark. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5221 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the Eastern Gate (Polvon Darvoza - Stronman's Gate) to Ichan Kala, the old town. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5220 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the "winter" courtyard in the Tosh Khauni (Kohna Ark), where the Amir had his yurt on the raised stone platform, with gallery and large panels of ornate blue tiles. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5219 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: colourful decorated roof adjoining a courtyard in the Tosh Khauni ( Kohna Ark). 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5218 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: corner of the "winter" courtyard of the Tosh Khauni (Kohna Ark), where the Amir had his yurt, with gallery and large panels of ornate blue tiles. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5217 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: a corner of a courtyard in the Tosh Khauni (Kohna Ark), with gallery and panels of ornate blue tiled decoration. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5216 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: gallery in the central courtyard of the Tosh Khauni (Kohna Ark), from where the Amir would watch special presentations. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5215 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the Amir's sumptuous bedroom in the Tosh Khauli (Kohna Ark). 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5214 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: one of the large courtyards in the Tosh Khauli (Kohna Ark) where the Amir would watch special presentations. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5213 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: interior of the Juma Mosque (Friday Mosque) with its 203 wooden pillars, some of them dating back to the 10th century. The central garden, open to the elements, with two of the original wooden pillars. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5212 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: interior of the Juma Mosque (Friday Mosque) with its 203 wooden pillars, some of them dating back to the 10th century. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5211 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: dome of the Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum with graves of dignitaries in the foreground, in the.Itchan Kala (inner town). 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5210 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: ornate blue tiled niche in the Kohna Ark. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5209 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: museum attendant in the Kohna Ark, posing with one of the exhibits. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5208 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: a group of young Uzbek children in the Kohna Ark, posing for a photograph. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5207 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: entry gate to the Kohna Ark with twin green-domed towers. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5206 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: ancient carved wooden door leading onto the courtyard in the Kohna Ark. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5205 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: intricate decoration with arabesques in turquoise-blue on the wall of the reception hall of the mosque in the Kohna Ark. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5204 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: colourful roof of the reception hall of the mosque in the Kohna Ark. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5203 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: traditional Uzbek puppets on a souvenir stall. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5202 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: colourful plan of the city on tiles. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5201 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: teenage Uzbek girls being photographed by a friend. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5200 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: diagram of "The Silk Road Project" by the authorities. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5199 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: typical housing in a residential quarter of the Ichan Kala. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5198 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: typical modern housing in the Ichan Kala. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5197 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: Muslim graves perched on the outside of the city walls due to lack of space. Natural gas pipeline in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5196 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: gate in the Ichan Kala. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5195 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: Muslim graves within the city walls. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5194 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: Islam Khoja madrasa, built 1908-10 stands in the Ark and now houses the Museum of Applied Arts. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5193 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the colourful Islam Khoja minaret stands 44.6 metres high. It was completed in 1908. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5192 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the colourful Islam Khoja minaret stands 44.6 metres high. It was completed in 1908. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5191 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: street near the Ark in Ichan Kala. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5190 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: streets in Ichan Kala. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5189 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: streets in Ichan Kala. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5188 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: gateway in Ichan Kala. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5187 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: view through Northern Gate (Buhoro Darvoza - Bukhara Gate), with its twin green tiled domes. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5186 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the mighty, fortified city wall and bastions of the Ichan Kala. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, defence, castellations, crenelations
PMR-D5185 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the mighty, fortified city wall and bastions of the Ichan Kala. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, defence, castellations, crenelations
PMR-D5184 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: local transport is provided by trolley buses. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, ecology, electric
PMR-D5183 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: an old minaret in Ichan Kala, with the Kalta Minar in the background. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5182 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the colourful Kalta Minar or "Short Minaret" was planned to be 79.5 metres high, but only reached 29.4 metres before it was abandoned in 1852. It belongs to the adjacent Mohammed Amin Khan medrasa. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5181 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the mighty, fortified city wall and bastions of the Ichan Kala. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, defence, castellations, crenelations
PMR-D5180 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the Western Gate (Ota-Darvoza - Father's Gate), with its twin towers, has been recently renovated, like much of the town. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5179 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: Muhammad Ibn Muso Al Xorazmiy 783-850 AD, mathematician and astronomer, to whom we owe the terms algebra and algorithm. He was probably a native of Khiva. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, monument, statue, memorial
PMR-D5178 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the green dome of the Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum and the colourful, 45-metre-high Islam Khoja minaret, built in 1908, in the.Itchan Kala (inner town). 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5177 
 Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: souvenir stall in the old quarter. Bags with traditional designs are sought after. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, trade, selling
PMR-D5176 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: standard pattern housing lines the roads in large numbers. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, dwellings, homes
PMR-D5175 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: the Nodir Divan Begi Khanaka (a lodging house for itinerant Suffs), built in 1620, on the west side of the Lab-i Hauz pool. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5174 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: reflections of the Nodir Divan Begi Khanaka (1620) in the Lab-i Hauz pool, early morning. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5173 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: entrance to a small bazaar near the Lab-i Hauz pool. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5172 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Modarixon madrasa, otherwise known as Modari Khan madrasa, was built in 1567 AD. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5171 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Ismail Samani Mausoleum, built between 892 and 943, is one of the finest examples of Persian architecture to have survived from the Samanid dynasty. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5170 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Ismail Samani Mausoleum, built between 892 and 943, is one of the finest examples of Persian architecture to have survived from the Samanid dynasty. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5168 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: memorial complex of Imam Al-Bukhari. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5167 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Chashma Ayub Mausoleum, built during the reign of Timur in the 14th century on the site of a spring allegedly created by the biblical character Job. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5166 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: west gate of the Ark, the fortified residence of the emir, leading to the Registan, or main square. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5165 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: the mighty defensive walls of the Ark, the fortified residence of the emir. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5164 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: a carpet shop displaying its wares, with the Kalyan Minaret in the background. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5163 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: the magnificent blue tiled dome of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, with bands of polychrome, patterned tiling and scripts from the Koran, dating from 1514. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5162 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Kalyan Minaret, built in 1127, is the centrepiece of the Po-i-Kalyan complex, 45.6 metres high, and decorated with 14 bands of floral and geometric patterns. Also known as "the Tower of Death" since criminals were executed by being pushed from the top. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, Kalan , Kaylon, UNESCO
PMR-D5161 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: ornate polychrome-tiled Mihrab alcove of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, completed in 1514. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5160 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the madrasa in the courtyard of Po-i-Kalyan Mosque complex, with flanking blue tiled domes of the Mir-i-Arab madrasa behind. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5159 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Kalyan Minaret, built in 1127, is the centrepiece of the Po-i-Kalyan complex, 45.6 metres high, and decorated with 14 bands of floral and geometric patterns. Also known as "the Tower of Death" since criminals were executed by being pushed from the top. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, Kalan , Kaylon, UNESCO
PMR-D5158 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the madrasa in the courtyard of Po-i-Kalyan Mosque complex, with the Kalyan Tower adjacent. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5157 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the Mir-i Arab medrasa in the Po-i-Kalyan complex with its flanking blue tiled domes. Construction is credited to Sheikh Abdullah Yamani of Yemen in 1535-6. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5156 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: multiple domes of the Telpaq Furushon bazaar. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5155 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: the Lab-i Hauz pool, one of the few remaining in Bukhara, surrounded by bars and restaurants, is the centre of evening activities. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5154 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: the Nodir Divan-Begi madrasa, built in 1622, on the east side of the Lab-i Hauz pool. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5153 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of Nodir Divan-Begi madrasa (part of the Lab-i Hauz complex) with depictions of 2 phoenix birds, 2 misshapen white deer and a "man-in-the-sun" face. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5152 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: bronze statue of Nasruddin Hodja on his mule in front of the Nodir Divan-Begi madrasa. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5151 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: the Lab-i Hauz pool, one of the few remaining in Bukhara, surrounded by bars and restaurants, is the centre of evening activities. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5150 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: multiple domes of the Telpaq Furushon bazaar. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5149 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: traditional metalwork products of the region, made by hand: scissors, daggers and bronze vases. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, artisans, knives, bazaar, selling, display
PMR-D5148 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: entrance to the Telpaq Furushon bazaar, with its multiple small domes, grouped around the large central dome. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5147 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, completed in 1514 and surmounted by a large blue tiled dome. View through archway on the opposite side of the courtyard. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5146 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, completed in 1514 and surmounted by a large blue tiled dome. In the courtyard stands the ablutions kiosk. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5145 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: upper part of the facade and iwan of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, completed in 1514 and surmounted by a large blue tiled dome, photographed through an arch on the opposite side of the courtyard. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5144 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan on the east side of the courtyard of Po-i-Kalyan Mosque. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5143 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, completed in 1514 and surmounted by a large blue tiled dome. In the courtyard stands the ablutions kiosk. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5142 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: courtyard of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, completed in 1514 and surmounted by a large blue tiled dome. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5141 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Kalyan Minaret, built in 1127, is the centrepiece of the Po-i-Kalyan complex, 45.6 metres high, and decorated with 14 bands of floral and geometric patterns. Also known as "the Tower of Death" since criminals were executed by being pushed from the top. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, Kalan , Kaylon, UNESCO
PMR-D5140 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Kalyan Mosque, facade and iwan of the Main Entrance Pishtaq. from the main courtyard. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5139 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Kalyan Minaret, built in 1127, is the centrepiece of the Po-i-Kalyan complex, 45.6 metres high, and decorated with 14 bands of floral and geometric patterns. Also known as "the Tower of Death" since criminals were executed by being pushed from the top. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, Kalan , Kaylon, UNESCO
PMR-D5138 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: dignitaries with costumed youngsters preparing to take part in a ceremony in front of the Ark 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, resplendent
PMR-D5137 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: dignitaries preparing to take part in a ceremony in front of the Ark 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, resplendent
PMR-D5136 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: costumed youngsters preparing to take part in a ceremony in front of the Ark 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, resplendent
PMR-D5135 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: west gate of the Ark, the fortified residence of the emir, leading to the Registan, or main square. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5134 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: west gate of the Ark, the fortified residence of the emir, leading to the Registan, or main square. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5133 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: detail of the capitals of the carved wooden columns and the ornamentation on the facade of the Bolo Hauz Mosque, built in 1712. The wooden columns were added in 1917. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5132 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Bolo Hauz Mosque, built in 1712. The carved wooden columns were added in 1917. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5131 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Bolo Hauz (pool) and Bolo Hauz Mosque, built in 1712. The carved wooden columns were added in 1917. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO
PMR-D5130 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Ismail Samani Mausoleum, built between 892 and 943, is one of the finest examples of Persian architecture to have survived from the Samanid dynasty.
Details of the interior dome-supporting architecture. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D5129 
 Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Ismail Samani Mausoleum, built between 892 and 943, is one of the finest examples of Persian architecture to have survived from the Samanid dynasty. 
 Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam
PMR-D4991 
 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital: the Abakh Hoja Mausoleum, one of China's most important Islamic shrines, was built ca. 1640 as the tomb of Muhammad Yusuf, but also used my his more famous son, Abakh Hoja plus 72 later family members. Interior, with the coffin of Iparhan, the "Fragrant Concubine". 
 Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, Muslim, Islam, architecture, minarets, glazed-tiles
PMR-D4990 
 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital: the Abakh Hoja Mausoleum, one of China's most important Islamic shrines, was built ca. 1640 as the tomb of Muhammad Yusuf, but also used my his more famous son, Abakh Hoja plus 72 later family members. Interior, with coffins covered with silk drapes. 
 Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, Muslim, Islam, architecture, minarets, glazed-tiles
PMR-D4989 
 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the Abakh Hoja Mausoleum, one of China's most important Islamic shrines, was built ca. 1640 as the tomb of Muhammad Yusuf, but also used by his more famous son, Abakh Hoja plus 72 later family members. 
 Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, Muslim, Islam, architecture, minarets, glazed-tiles
PMR-D4988 
 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the Abakh Hoja Mausoleum, one of China's most important Islamic shrines, was built ca. 1640 as the tomb of Muhammad Yusuf, but also used my his more famous son, Abakh Hoja plus 72 later family members. 
 Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, Muslim, Islam, architecture, minarets, glazed-tiles
PMR-D4987 
 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the Abakh Hoja Mausoleum, one of China's most important Islamic shrines, was built ca. 1640 as the tomb of Muhammad Yusuf, but also used my his more famous son, Abakh Hoja plus 72 later family members. 
 Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, Muslim, Islam, architecture, minarets, glazed-tiles
PMR-D4968 
 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: Id Kah mosque, dating back to 1442 but frequently renovated, can accommodate 20,000 worshippers. The spiritual centre of the muslim Uighars. 
 Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4488 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: aerial view of part of the port, with harbour basin and ferry terminals. Reclaimed land for future expansion at top left. 
 Keywords: Arab state, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, shipping, boats, trade, commerce
PMR-D4487 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: aerial view of coastal low-rise and high-rise living accommodation and recent multi-storey developments. 
 Keywords: Arab state, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, architecture, housing, homes, dwellings, apartments, residential, dormitory, skyscrapers
PMR-D4486 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: aerial view of low-rise and high-rise living accommodation and recent multi-storey developments, with Metro Station in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Arab state, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, architecture, housing, homes, dwellings, apartments, residential, dormitory, railway, skyscrapers
PMR-D4485 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: aerial view of modern motorway junction and moving traffic. 
 Keywords: Arab state, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, construction, turnpikes, road planning, engineering, concrete, vehicles, flow
PMR-D4484 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: aerial view of city suburbs. 
 Keywords: Arab state, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, architecture, housing, homes, dwellings, apartments, residential, dormitory
PMR-D4362 
 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: a row of new restaurants in Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village, backed by wooded karst cliffs. 
 Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
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-D4359 
 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: a "street" in the bazaar of Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village. 
 Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4358 
 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with rows of moored boats, backed by steep karst cliffs. 
 Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4357 
 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with rows of moored boats, backed by steep karst cliffs. 
 Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4356 
 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: one of the colourful "streets" of Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village. 
 Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4355 
 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: one of the colourful "streets" of Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village. 
 Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4354 
 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: view from Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village, with boats at their moorings and the striking karst rocks in the background. 
 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-D4352 
 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: approaching Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village, backed by massive karst cliffs. 
 Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4351 
 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: approaching Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with its prominent mosque, backed by massive karst cliffs. 
 Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4350 
 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: approaching Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with its prominent mosque, backed by massive karst cliffs. 
 Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D1125 
 Qatar, Doha: they say you can find anything you wish for in the soukh....... 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1124 
 Qatar, Doha: even the taxidermist has a shop in Al Waqif Soukh. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1123 
 Qatar, Doha: pavement cafe in Al Waqif Soukh. Most people smoke a "sisha" with their drink. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1122 
 Qatar, Doha: a textile shop in Al Waqif Soukh. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1121 
 Qatar, Doha: a huge range of textiles is available in Al Waqif Soukh. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1120 
 Qatar, Doha: the streets of Al Waqif Soukh are toured by immaculatel dressed mounted patrols on white stallions. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1119 
 Qatar, Doha: many arabs pass the time of day in Waqif Soukh. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1118 
 Qatar, Doha: the streets of Al Waqif Soukh are toured by mounted patrols on white stallions. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1117 
 Qatar, Doha: traditional-style buildings of Al Waqif Soukh, with a minaret in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1116 
 Qatar, Doha: the state's prestigious new boulevard, Al Corniche. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1115 
 Qatar, Doha: a pair of Common Mynas (Acridotheres tristis). 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1114 
 Qatar, Doha: palm-lined approach to the Museum of Islamic Art, with fountain in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1113 
 Qatar, Doha: entrance to the Museum of Islamic Art. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1112 
 Qatar, Doha: view across the landscaped grounds of the Museum Park, with new developments beyond. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1111 
 Qatar, Doha: inside the Museum of Islamic Art, showing the stairway. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1110 
 Qatar, Doha: inside the Museum of Islamic Art. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1109 
 Qatar, Doha: the Museum of Islamic Art. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1108 
 Qatar, Doha: view across the bay from the cafe in Museum Park. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1107 
 Qatar, Doha: cafe in Museum Park, overlooking the bay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1106 
 Qatar, Doha: view across the bay from the cafe in Museum Park. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1105 
 Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, Palm Towers, and Tornado Tower, with passing dhow. Close-up from across the bay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1104 
 Qatar, Doha: view across the bay from the Dhow Harbour. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1103 
 Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Qatar World Trade Centre, Burj Qatar, Palm Towers, Al Jassimaya Tower, and Tornado Tower. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1102 
 Qatar, Doha: Sheraton Hotel and Conference Centre. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1101 
 Qatar, Doha: Olympic Games Building? 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1100 
 Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - twin Palm Towers, Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, and Burj Qatar, with a dhow ferry moored in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1099 
 Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - twin Palm Towers and Al Bidda Tower, with gardens in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1098 
 Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Al Bidda Tower, with gardens in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1097 
 Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, and Burj Qatar. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1096 
 Qatar, Doha: new developments on the north side of the bay, with green areas and palm trees. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1095 
 Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Palm Tower, Burj Qatar, and Al Jassimaya Tower. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1091 
 Qatar, Doha: new flowerbeds are being laid out continuously. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1090 
 Qatar, Doha: new developments on the north side of the bay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1089 
 Qatar, Doha: new developments on the north side of the bay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1088 
 Qatar, Doha: new developments on the north side of the bay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1087 
 Qatar, Doha: foyer of City Centre Mall. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1085 
 Qatar, Doha: Islamic Cultural Centre Building. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1084 
 Qatar, Doha: Oyster with Pearl monument, with Dhow Harbour in the background. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D1083 
 Qatar, Doha: dhow, with old Doha skyline behind. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR-D1082 
 Qatar, Doha: Dhow Harbour with the Museum of Islamic Art behind. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR-D0655 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: the main prayer hall with its cupola, from the main entrance across the courtyard. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0654 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view across the courtyard of the main prayer hall and a corner minaret from the gallery. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0653 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view across the courtyard of the main prayer hall and a corner minaret from the gallery. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0652 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: a colourful floral faience panel with arabesques. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0651 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view of a corner minaret across the marble inlaid courtyard. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0650 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: close-upof the floral semi-precious stone inlay in the marble columns of the galleries. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0649 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: floodlit mosaic flower in the middle of each four-column pillar. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0648 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: glass windows, engraved with floral patterns. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0647 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view along an aisle showing the four-column supporting pillars. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0646 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: the mihrab facing Mecca. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0645 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: one of the three, million-dollar, jewell-encrusted chandeliers. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0644 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: the Great Hall of Prayer, with the world's largest one-piece carpet. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0643 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: one of the three, million-dollar, jewell-encrusted chandeliers. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0642 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: a crystal chandelier. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0641 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: a colourful floral faience panel with arabesques. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0640 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: columned galleries with cupolas surround the courtyard on four sides. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city
PMR-D0639 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: the marble courtyard and a minaret, from the arcade. 
 Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, desert city
PMR-D0638 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR-D0360 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: a colourful "waterbus" on Dubai Creek. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state
PMR-D0359 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: a futuristic cruise boat on Dubai Creek. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state
PMR-D0357 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: an "abra" (water taxi), the easiest way of crossing the creek between Deira and Bur Dubai. 
 Keywords: Arab state, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR-D0356 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake Hotel, after dark, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state
PMR-D0355 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and residential blocks, after dark, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state
PMR-D0354 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, after dark, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state
PMR-D0269 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

Engraved crystal windows in the Great Mosque. 
 Keywords: Arab state, precious, costly, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran
PMR-D0268 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

Interior of the Great Mosque, showing the Mihrab. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, costly, precious
PMR-D0267 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

Interior of the Great Mosque, with bejewelled chandelier in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, costly, precious
PMR-D0266 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

Interior of the Great Mosque, showing the enormous carpet. 
 Keywords: Arab state, precious, costly, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran
PMR-D0265 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

The bejewelled chandelier from below. 
 Keywords: Arab state, precious, costly, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran
PMR-D0264 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

Interior of the Great Mosque, with bejewelled chandelier in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, costly, precious
PMR-D0263 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: new pavilion for the new formula 1 motor racetrack on Yas Island. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city
PMR-D0262 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city
PMR-D0261 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre - the foyer. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city
PMR-D0260 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city
PMR-D0259 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city
PMR-D0258 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city
PMR-D0257 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city
PMR-D0256 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city
PMR-D0255 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city
PMR348-09 
 India, Agra, Sikandra: tomb of Moghul Emperor Akbar, completed in 1613. Architecturally a combination of Hindu and Muslim styles, it is built with red sandstone inlaid wwith white marble. A Little Egret on the grass in the foreground. 
 Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, symmetry
PMR344-12 
 India, New Delhi: Jami Masjid Mosque, built 1644-1658 by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan, is the largest mosque in India with a capacity of 25,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, Islam, Muslim, minarets, domes
PMR344-10 
 India, New Delhi: inside the Red Fort (Lal Qila), built 1638-1648 by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan: part of the richly carved marble courtyard of the Pearl Mosque. 
 Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, Islam, Muslim, domes
PMR344-09 
 India, New Delhi: inside the Red Fort (Lal Qila), built 1638-1648 by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan: inlaid semi-precious stones on the pillars of the Diwan-i-khas (Hall of Private Audiences) with the domes of the Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque) in the background. 
 Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, Islam, Muslim
PMR206-11 
 Israel, Jerusalem: the Western (Wailing) Wall :
the lower 7 stone courses (19 more are below ground level!) are from the time of Herod (20 BC); the next 4 courses are from Roman times, and the top part was added at the time of the British mandate. At present it stands 18 metres high. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR294-11 
 Turkey, Edirne: Selim Mosque, built 1569-75 by the architect Sinan in the reign of Selim II.
View of the courtyard and ablutions fountain. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, minarets, architecture, Mohammed, culture, historic, heritage
PMR294-10 
 Turkey, Edirne: Selim Mosque, built 1569-75 by the architect Sinan in the reign of Selim II. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, minarets, architecture, Mohammed, culture, historic, heritage
PMR294-09 
 Turkey, Edirne: Selim Mosque, built 1569-75 by the architect Sinan in the reign of Selim II.
Frontal view. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, minarets, architecture, Mohammed, culture, historic, heritage
PMR294-01 
 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
This stone pyramid in Göreme Open Air Museum was formerly a "convent" for Armenian Christian nuns who were persecuted by the Muslims in the 9th century. It contains a large refectory as well as living quarters. 
 Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR210-07 
 Israel, Jerusalem: the magnificent Dome of the Rock, built on the site of the third Jewish temple by Kalif Abd el-Malik between 687 and 691 AD, remains basically as it was built. The cladding is marble below and Persian faience tiles above. Chapel of Ascension (under restoration) in the background. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Muslim, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque, architecture, colourful, perfection
PMR210-06 
 Israel, Jerusalem: El-Aqsa Mosque shares the temple hill with the Dome of the Rock. Its 7 aisles can accommodate 5000 worshippers. It was built between 705 and 715 AD by Kalid Al-Walid, but rebuilt in 1035 after an earthquake. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR210-05 
 Israel, Jerusalem: fountain for ablutions before entering the Dome of the Rock. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque, mosque
PMR210-03 
 Israel, Jerusalem: entrance to the holy ground on which the Dome of the Rock is built, is through this arched portal. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque, mosque
PMR210-02 
 Israel, Jerusalem: the magnificent Dome of the Rock, built on the site of the third Jewish temple by Kalif Abd el-Malik between 687 and 691 AD, remains basically as it was built. The cladding is marble below and Persian faience tiles above. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Muslim, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque, architecture, colourful, perfection, mosque
PMR210-01 
 Israel, Jerusalem: the magnificent Dome of the Rock, built on the site of the third Jewish temple by Kalif Abd el-Malik between 687 and 691 AD, remains basically as it was built. The cladding is marble below and Persian faience tiles above. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Muslim, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque, architecture, colourful, perfection, mosque
PMR209-12 
 Israel, Jerusalem: the Western (Wailing) Wall in late afternoon with the Mount of Olives in the background. Men approach the wall on the left, women on the right. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR209-11 
 Israel, Jerusalem: the Damascus Gate, the main entrance to the old city from the north-west. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR209-10 
 Israel, Jerusalem: view of the Mount of Olives and Dome of the Rock, from the tower of the Church of the Redeemer. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR208-08 
 Israel, Jerusalem: the windmill, built (1857) by, and dedicated to, Sir Moses Montefiore, a benefactor of the city and founder of the Yemin Moshe quarter. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR208-07 
 Israel, Jerusalem: Mount Zion and the Church of the Dormition outside the walls of the old city, seen from Yemin Moshe. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR208-06 
 Israel, Jerusalem: the Church of All Nations and the Russian Church of Mary Magdalene, built in 1888 for Tsar Alexander III. In the foreground is Qidron Valley. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR208-04 
 Israel, Jerusalem: thousand-year-old olive trees in the Garden of Gethsemane are said to be seedlings of the trees which grew there in Christ's time. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR208-01 
 Israel, Jerusalem: newly completed (1985) housing on Mount Scopus, overlooking the old city. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR207-12 
 Israel, Jerusalem: Church of the Assumption, by the Garden of Gethsemane. The Virgin Mary lies buried 20 metres below the church. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR207-10 
 Israel, Jerusalem: Jewish graves on the Mount of Olives, a much sought-after site: according to Jewish belief the resurrection will start here. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR207-09 
 Israel, Jerusalem: a camel with owner on the Mount of Olives, with the old city, Dome of the Rock and El Aqsa Mosque in the background. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR207-08 
 Israel, Jerusalem: view of the old city with surrounding wall, from the Mount of Olives, with a Jewish graveyard in the foreground and Mount Zion at top left. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR207-07 
 Israel, Jerusalem: Russian-Orthodox entry arch (1869) to the Muristan (old city). The silver dome belongs to the tiny Church of St. John the Baptist, the oldest church in the city. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR207-06 
 Israel, Jerusalem: bazaar in the Muristan (old city), with the belltower of the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, dedicated by Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1898. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR207-05 
 Israel, Jerusalem: family grave of Herod the Great. Herod himself was buried in Herodion however. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR207-04 
 Israel, Jerusalem: Zion Gate, still scarred from the fighting around the Jewish quarter in 1948. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR207-03 
 Israel, Jerusalem: view inside the Citadel, originally a palace of Herod the Great; later the palace of Pontius Pilate, garrison of the Roman X Legion, etc. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR207-02 
 Israel, Jerusalem: the city wall on the west side, with the Citadel and David's Tower, Present-day city wall and gates were built by Suleiman the Magnificent in 1537-41. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR207-01 
 Israel, Jerusalem: Church of the Dormition (built 1898) on Mount Zion marks the spot where the Virgin Mary died. A Christian graveyard in the foreground. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR206-10 
 Israel, Jerusalem: the Western (Wailing) Wall, with the Dome of the Rock behind, and Israeli flags in the foreground. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR206-09 
 Israel, Jerusalem: Jews, mostly schoolchildren, assembling in the square before the Western (Wailing) Wall, on the evening before the Sabbath. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR206-08 
 Israel, Jerusalem: Jaffa Gate, the main entrance to the city. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR206-07 
 Israel, Jerusalem: Israeli schoolgirls on the way to the Western Wall on the Sabath evening, singing patriotic songs. All dressed in blue and white. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR206-06 
 Israel, Jerusalem: soukh in the old city, with brassware stall. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR206-05 
 Israel, Jerusalem: Muslim graveyard outside the city wall on the north-east side, seen from the ramparts. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR206-04 
 Israel, Jerusalem: view of the Christian quarter and Dome of the Rock from the ramparts above the New Gate. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR206-03 
 Israel, Jerusalem: City Wall from the ramparts, looking south, past the Jaffa Gate; Mount Zion in the distance. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR206-02 
 Israel, Jerusalem: City Wall Promenade: view from the ramparts near the Jaffa Gate. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR206-01 
 Israel, Jerusalem: approaching the city, with the fortified walls and the Dome of the Rock already visible. 
 Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque
PMR-D3078 
 Bahrain, Muharraq: a newly renovated tradional burgher house now containing the Busaad Art Museum, based on the works of talented local artist, Ebrahim Busaad. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, architecture, artistic
PMR-D3077 
 Bahrain, Muharraq: a veteran minaret belonging to the adjacent mosque. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, architecture
PMR-D3076 
 Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

Part of the open roof with entrance to a guest room. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic
PMR-D3075 
 Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

A handsome guest room on the roof, open to breezes on all sides. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic
PMR-D3074 
 Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

The main courtyard with entrances to living rooms, from the roof. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic
PMR-D3073 
 Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

Ornate inner entrance to one of the guest rooms on the roof. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic
PMR-D3072 
 Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

Ornate, arched entrance to one of the guest rooms on the roof. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic
PMR-D3071 
 Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

The top of the wind-tower on the roof, which directs cooling breezes into the room below. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic
PMR-D3070 
 Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

One of the larger, richly ornamented guest rooms. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic
PMR-D3069 
 Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

A richly-carved inner door. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic
PMR-D3068 
 Bahrain, Manama: Sheikh Isa bin Sulman Causeway connecting Manama with Muharraq Island. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D3067 
 Bahrain, Manama: one of the stained glass windows in the dome of the Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D3066 
 Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers - interior, with chandelier, made in Austria, surrounded by numerous handblown glass lamps from France. In the dome are 12 Iranian stained glass windows. The carpet was made in Scotland. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D3065 
 Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers - interior, with mihrab niche. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D3064 
 Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers - interior, with chandelier, made in Austria, surrounded by numerous handblown glass lamps from France. The carpet was made in Scotland. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D3063 
 Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers - the main courtyard, paved with marble. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D3062 
 Bahrain, Manama: Bahrain National Theatre, which can accommodate over 1000 people: lobby - access to the balconies, of preformed plastics. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, artistic, curves
PMR-D3061 
 Bahrain, Manama: twin towers of Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH). 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2922 
 Bahrain, Manama: Isa Cultural Centre on Al Fatih Highway. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2921 
 Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers, was opened in 1988. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, minarets, modern architecture
PMR-D2920 
 Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers, was opened in 1988. 
 Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, minarets, modern architecture
PMR-D2919 
 Bahrain, Manama: Andalus Gardens on Sheikh Isa Avenue. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2918 
 Bahrain, Manama: Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress - insect sculptures displayed near the fortress. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2917 
 Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. The modern museum stands in the background. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2916 
 Bahrain, Manama: Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress - traditional shelters of date-palm leaves provide some respite from the sun inside the fortress. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2915 
 Bahrain, Manama: Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress - traditional layout for extracting liquid syrup from dates, using a system of drainage channels. The dates were heaped to the roof and the juice was pressed out by their own weight. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2914 
 Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2913 
 Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2912 
 Bahrain, Manama: the flag of Bahrain. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, heraldry
PMR-D2911 
 Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Children on school visit. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2910 
 Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arched doorways. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2909 
 Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2908 
 Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2907 
 Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2906 
 Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2905 
 Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity
PMR-D2904 
 Bahrain, Manama: the newly completed World Trade Centre has three propellers mounted between the towers. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2903 
 Bahrain, Manama: modern sculpture outside the Art Centre and Cultural Hall. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, bronze, figure
PMR-D2902 
 Bahrain, Manama: another "Pearl Monument" reflecting Bahrain's past source of wealth. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2901 
 Bahrain, Manama: the colourful minaret of the Friday Mosque, built in 1938 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2900 
 Bahrain, Manama: Bab al-Bahrain ("Gateway to Bahrain"), built by the British in 1945 and restored in 1986, is the heart of the old town. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2899 
 Bahrain, Manama: twin towers of Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH). 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2898 
 Bahrain, Manama: King Faisal Highway. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2897 
 Bahrain, Manama: view of the World Trade Centre from the Bahrain Financial Harbour Building, with fountain and gardens. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2896 
 Bahrain, Manama: view of the World Trade Centre from the reclaimed area. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2895 
 Bahrain, Manama: "twisted" high-rise glass building under construction on reclaimed land of Bahrain Bay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2894 
 Bahrain, Manama: twin towers of Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH). 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2893 
 Bahrain, Manama: twin towers of the World Trade Centre with older buildings on King Faisal Highway.. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh
PMR-D2892 
 Bahrain, Manama: Zubara Avenue/Sheikh Isa Avenue, with new high-rise buildings under construction in the background. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, skyscrapers
PMR-D2709 
 Iran, Teheran: bas-relief of Persian soldiers armed with spears and bows, from Persepolis, in the National Museum of Iran, 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, exhibits, artefacts, antiquity
PMR-D2708 
 Iran, Teheran: bronze head of Darius the Great in the National Museum of Iran, 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, exhibits, artefacts, antiquity
PMR-D2707 
 Iran, Teheran: trunk of Darius the Great found in Egypt, in the National Museum of Iran, 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, exhibits, artefacts, antiquity, pre-history, sculpture, statue
PMR-D2706 
 Iran, Teheran, National Museum: the "Audience Scene", original centrepiece of the eastern staircase of the Apadana in Persepolis, found in the treasury, It shows the King enthroned with the crown prince behind him, and behind him a towel bearer and a weapon bearer. In front of the King stands a senior official with two guards behind him. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, exhibits, artefacts, antiquity, pre-history, bas-relief
PMR-D2705 
 Iran, Teheran: pottery storage chest from about 5000 BC in the National Museum of Iran, 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, exhibits, artefacts, antiquity, pre-history
PMR-D2704 
 Iran, Teheran: pottery bowls with interesting designs from about 5000 BC in the National Museum of Iran, 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, exhibits, artefacts, antiquity, pre-history
PMR-D2701 
 Iran, Firuz Abad: Dezh-e Ardashir Papakan (Palace of Ardashir Papakan) was built in 224 AD under King Ardashir I in the Sassanian era. It has three domes (one collapsed), open at the top, which may have been used for fires to Zoroaster. Closer view of the huge iwan, still intact after nearly 2000 years. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, castle, Zarathustra, Zoroastrianism, fire-temple, Sassanid
PMR-D2700 
 Iran, Firuz Abad: Dezh-e Ardashir Papakan (Palace of Ardashir Papakan) was built in 224 AD under King Ardashir I in the Sassanian era. It has three domes (one collapsed), open at the top, which may have been used for fires to Zoroaster. View from the front, showing the huge iwan with three open-topped domes behind. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, castle, Zarathustra, Zoroastrianism, fire-temple, Sassanid
PMR-D2698 
 Iran, Firuz Abad: Dezh-e Ardashir Papakan (Palace of Ardashir Papakan) was built in 224 AD under King Ardashir I in the Sassanian era. It has three domes (one collapsed), open at the top, which may have been used for fires to Zoroaster. Ornamental double arch over a blind window on an outside wall. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, castle, Zarathustra, Zoroastrianism, fire-temple, Sassanid
PMR-D2697 
 Iran, Firuz Abad: Dezh-e Ardashir Papakan (Palace of Ardashir Papakan) was built in 224 AD under King Ardashir I in the Sassanian era. It has three domes (one collapsed), open at the top, which may have been used for fires to Zoroaster. A square column supports a wide-span arch from the outer wall. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, castle, Zarathustra, Zoroastrianism, fire-temple, Sassanid
PMR-D2696 
 Iran, Firuz Abad: Dezh-e Ardashir Papakan (Palace of Ardashir Papakan) was built in 224 AD under King Ardashir I in the Sassanian era. It has three domes (one collapsed), open at the top, which may have been used for fires to Zoroaster. One of three square halls with open domes. This may have been the first use of the "squinch" to support a round dome. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, castle, Zarathustra, Zoroastrianism, fire-temple, Sassanid, squinch
PMR-D2695 
 Iran, Firuz Abad: Dezh-e Ardashir Papakan (Palace of Ardashir Papakan) was built in 224 AD under King Ardashir I in the Sassanian era. It has three domes (one collapsed), open at the top, which may have been used for fires to Zoroaster. One of three square halls with open domes. This may have been the first use of the "squinch" to support a round dome. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, castle, Zarathustra, Zoroastrianism, fire-temple, Sassanid, squinch
PMR-D2694 
 Iran, Firuz Abad: Dezh-e Ardashir Papakan (Palace of Ardashir Papakan) was built in 224 AD under King Ardashir I in the Sassanian era. It has three domes (one collapsed), open at the top, which may have been used for fires to Zoroaster. One of (originally) three open-topped domes, built of irregular small stones. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, castle, Zarathustra, Zoroastrianism, fire-temple, Sassanid
PMR-D2693 
 Iran, Firuz Abad: Dezh-e Ardashir Papakan (Palace of Ardashir Papakan) was built in 224 AD under King Ardashir I in the Sassanian era. It has three domes (one collapsed), open at the top, which may have been used for fires to Zoroaster. One of three square halls with open domes. This may have been the first use of the "squinch" to support a round dome. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, castle, Zarathustra, Zoroastrianism, fire-temple, Sassanid, squinch
PMR-D2692 
 Iran: a tiny, mud-brick mosque in a fertile valley in the wild Zagros Mountains not far from Farrashband. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, nature, scenery, mountainous, riverbed
PMR-D2691 
 Iran: a fertile valley with mosque in the wild Zagros Mountains not far from Farrashband. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, nature, scenery, mountainous, riverbed
PMR-D2690 
 Iran: a fertile valley in the wild Zagros Mountains not far from Farrashband. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, nature, scenery, mountainous, riverbed
PMR-D2689 
 Iran: wild landscape on the high plateau in the Zagros Mountains not far from Farrashband. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, nature, scenery, mountainous, riverbed
PMR-D2688 
 Iran: a plantation of Date Palms (Phoenix dactylifera) near Shiraz. Closer view of the fruit. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, trees, botany, fruit, fruit-trees, cultivation, horticulture
PMR-D2687 
 Iran: a plantation of Date Palms (Phoenix dactylifera) near Shiraz. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, trees, botany, fruit, fruit-trees, cultivation, horticulture
PMR-D2686 
 Iran, Bishapur: Bas-relief in the Chogon Gorge celebrating the achievements of Shapur I. He defeated Roman armies three times and took Emperor Valerian captive. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, archeology, Sassannian, historical, heritage, ancient, antique, geology
PMR-D2685 
 Iran, Bishapur: Bas-relief in the Chogon Gorge celebrating the achievements of Shapur I. He defeated Roman armies three times and took Emperor Valerian captive. The groove was the high-water mark of a flood in the 1960s. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, archeology, Sassannian, historical, heritage, ancient, antique, geology
PMR-D2684 
 Iran, Bishapur: Bas-relief in the Chogon Gorge celebrating the achievements of Shapur I. He defeated Roman armies three times and took Emperor Valerian captive. The groove was the high-water mark of a flood in the 1960s. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, archeology, Sassannian, historical, heritage, ancient, antique, geology
PMR-D2683 
 Iran, Ali Sadr: the caves at Ali Sadr are the biggest water caves in the world, with 11 kilometres of navigable waterways. Known to antiquity, but only rediscovered in 1963.
A stretch of open water, with rocky outcrop in the foreground and landing stage on the right. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, speleology, caverns, underground, stalactites, stalagmites
PMR-D2682 
 Iran, Ali Sadr: the caves at Ali Sadr are the biggest water caves in the world, with 11 kilometres of navigable waterways. Known to antiquity, but only rediscovered in 1963.
The rugged, jagged roof of the cave system above a stretch of the waterway. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, speleology, caverns, underground, stalactites, stalagmites
PMR-D2681 
 Iran, Ali Sadr: the caves at Ali Sadr are the biggest water caves in the world, with 11 kilometres of navigable waterways. Known to antiquity, but only rediscovered in 1963.
Visitors on the landing stage awaiting one of the tour boats. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, speleology, caverns, underground, stalactites, stalagmites
PMR-D2680 
 Iran, Ali Sadr: the caves at Ali Sadr are the biggest water caves in the world, with 11 kilometres of navigable waterways. Known to antiquity, but only rediscovered in 1963.
One of the largest stalagmites. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, speleology, caverns, underground, stalactites, stalagmites
PMR-D2633 
 Iran, Qareh Kalisa: typical young Azari girl in a village near the famous church. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, costume, dress, youth, child
PMR-D2632 
 Iran, Qareh Kalisa: typical colourfully dressed Azari girls in a village near the famous church. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, costume, dress, youth
PMR-D2631 
 Iran, Qareh Kalisa: typical young Azari girls in a village near the famous church. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, costume, dress, youth
PMR-D2630 
 Iran, Qareh Kalisa: village farmyard with turkeys and haystack near the famous church. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, husbandry, domestic-animals
PMR-D2629 
 Iran, Qareh Kalisa: mud-brick buildings in a village near the famous church. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, dwellings, homes, adobi
PMR-D2628 
 Iran, Qareh Kalisa (Black Church): 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, St, Taddaeus, Kalisa-ye Tadi
PMR-D2627 
 Iran, Qareh Kalisa: sheep and goat pen on a farm near the famous church. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, husbandry, domestic-animals
PMR-D2626 
 Iran: remarkable landscape in the Zagros Mountains in Azarbaijan Province, approaching the Turkish border. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, geology, landscape, colourful, photogenic, picturesque, scenery
PMR-D2625 
 Iran, Siyah Cheshmeh: martial figure with a machine gun, standing on the globe. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, symbol, warlike
PMR-D2624 
 Iran, Tabriz: Masjed-e- Kabud (Blue Mosque) was built in 1465 under Jahan Shah, leader of Qareh Koyunlu Dynasty and was renowned for the quality of its blue tiling. Virtually destroyed in earthquakes of 1727 and 1773, restoration began only in 1973 and continues. The Khaqani Garden, named after the 12th century poet, is a popular meeting place. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, Azari men, pensioners
PMR-D2623 
 Iran, Tabriz: Masjed-e- Kabud (Blue Mosque) was built in 1465 under Jahan Shah, leader of Qareh Koyunlu Dynasty and was renowned for the quality of its blue tiling. Virtually destroyed in earthquakes of 1727 and 1773, restoration began only in 1973 and continues. One of the original brick domes. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, architecture, faience, tiles, mosaics, arabesques, religion, colourful
PMR-D2622 
 Iran, Tabriz: Masjed-e- Kabud (Blue Mosque) was built in 1465 under Jahan Shah, leader of Qareh Koyunlu Dynasty and was renowned for the quality of its blue tiling. Virtually destroyed in earthquakes of 1727 and 1773, restoration began only in 1973 and continues. Some of the original decoration. The colour is said to be unique to this mosque. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, architecture, faience, tiles, mosaics, arabesques, religion, colourful
PMR-D2621 
 Iran, Tabriz: Masjed-e- Kabud (Blue Mosque) was built in 1465 under Jahan Shah, leader of Qareh Koyunlu Dynasty and was renowned for the quality of its blue tiling. Virtually destroyed in earthquakes of 1727 and 1773, restoration began only in 1973 and continues. Some of the original decoration. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, architecture, faience, tiles, mosaics, arabesques, religion, colourful
PMR-D2620 
 Iran, Tabriz: Masjed-e- Kabud (Blue Mosque) was built in 1465 under Jahan Shah, leader of Qareh Koyunlu Dynasty and was renowned for the quality of its blue tiling. Virtually destroyed in earthquakes of 1727 and 1773, restoration began only in 1973 and continues. Some of the original decoration. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, architecture, faience, tiles, mosaics, arabesques, religion, colourful
PMR-D2619 
 Iran, Tabriz: Masjed-e- Kabud (Blue Mosque) was built in 1465 under Jahan Shah, leader of Qareh Koyunlu Dynasty and was renowned for the quality of its blue tiling. Virtually destroyed in earthquakes of 1727 and 1773, restoration began only in 1973 and continues. The adjacent Khaqani Garden honours the 12th century Azari poet Shirvani Khaqani. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, architecture, faience, tiles, mosaics, arabesques, religion, colourful
PMR-D2618 
 Iran, Tabriz: "Levi's" and "Christian Dior" labels available in rolls for self-attachment, in a shop window. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, counterfeit, fake, rag trade, imitation, clothes
PMR-D2617 
 Iran: remarkable scenery in the Kandovan area of Azarbaijan Province between Zanjan and Tabriz. The hills are coloured by their mineral content. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, geology, landscape, colourful, photogenic, picturesque
PMR-D2616 
 Iran: remarkable scenery in the Kandovan area of Azarbaijan Province between Zanjan and Tabriz. The hills are coloured by their mineral content. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, geology, landscape, colourful, photogenic, picturesque
PMR-D2615 
 Iran: remarkable scenery in the Kandovan area of Azarbaijan Province between Zanjan and Tabriz. The hills are coloured by their mineral content. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, geology, landscape, colourful, photogenic, picturesque
PMR-D2614 
 Iran: remarkable scenery in the Kandovan area of Azarbaijan Province between Zanjan and Tabriz. The hills are coloured by their mineral content. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, geology, landscape, colourful, photogenic, picturesque
PMR-D2613 
 Iran: remarkable scenery in the Kandovan area of Azarbaijan Province between Zanjan and Tabriz. The hills are coloured by their mineral content. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, geology, landscape, colourful, photogenic, picturesque
PMR-D2612 
 Iran: remarkable scenery in the Kandovan area of Azarbaijan Province between Zanjan and Tabriz. The hills are coloured by their mineral content. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, geology, landscape, colourful, photogenic, picturesque
PMR-D2611 
 Iran: remarkable scenery in the Kandovan area of Azarbaijan Province between Zanjan and Tabriz. The hills are coloured by their mineral content. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, geology, landscape, colourful, photogenic, picturesque
PMR-D2610 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. Part of the imposing defence fortifications which still survives. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO
PMR-D2609 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. View of the site and fortifications from a neighbouring hill. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO, Soleyman
PMR-D2608 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. View of the site and fortifications from a neighbouring hill, with volcano Zendan-e Soleiman in the distance. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO, Soleyman
PMR-D2607 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. View of the site and fortifications from a neighbouring hill. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO
PMR-D2606 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. The stream of water from the crater lake runs out in front of the fortifications. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO
PMR-D2605 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO
PMR-D2604 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO
PMR-D2603 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. Part of the fire temple. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO
PMR-D2602 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. Sagging wall with supports. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO
PMR-D2601 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. General view. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO
PMR-D2600 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. General view, with the conical peak of Zendan-e Soleiman (Soloman's Prison) in the distance. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO
PMR-D2599 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. The volcanic crater lake has a spring producing 90 litres of water per second, which flows out here. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, water-channel, UNESCO
PMR-D2598 
 Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. A Kurdish family visiting the ruins. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO, Kurd, costume
PMR-D2597 
 Iran, Zanjan: Azarbaijan Mountains near Zanjan, with a typical village containing traditional mud-brick houses as well as more modern dwellings. Altitude over 2000 metres. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, landscape, picturesque, agriculture, homes, dwellings, adobi
PMR-D2596 
 Iran, Zanjan: Azarbaijan Mountains near Zanjan, with stubble fields in the foreground. Altitude over 2000 metres. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, landscape, picturesque, agriculture
PMR-D2595 
 Iran, Soltaniyeh: Gonbad-e Soltaniyeh (Oljeitu Mausoleum) was built by the Mongol Sultan Oljeitu Khodabandeh at the beginning of the 14th century to house the remains of Imam Ali These remained in Najaf however so it was used as his own mausoleum. At 48m. high and 25m. wide, the world's tallest brick dome, at present full of scaffolding. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Muslim, mosque, Shi-ite, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, mosaics, arabesques, minaret, UNESCO
PMR-D2594 
 Iran, Soltaniyeh: Gonbad-e Soltaniyeh (Oljeitu Mausoleum) was built by the Mongol Sultan Oljeitu Khodabandeh at the beginning of the 14th century to house the remains of Imam Ali These remained in Najaf however so it was used as his own mausoleum. At 48m. high and 25m. wide, the world's tallest brick dome, at present full of scaffolding. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Muslim, mosque, Shi-ite, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, mosaics, arabesques, minaret, UNESCO
PMR-D2593 
 Iran, Soltaniyeh: Gonbad-e Soltaniyeh (Oljeitu Mausoleum) : view from the dome of the mausoleum over the small town of Soltaniyeh, with the Zagros Mountains in the distance. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Muslim, mosque, Shi-ite, religion, architecture, panorama
PMR-D2592 
 Iran, Soltaniyeh: Gonbad-e Soltaniyeh (Oljeitu Mausoleum) was built by the Mongol Sultan Oljeitu Khodabandeh at the beginning of the 14th century to house the remains of Imam Ali These remained in Najaf however so it was used as his own mausoleum. At 48m. high and 25m. wide, the world's tallest brick dome. Ornate tile ceiling. A UNESCO site. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Muslim, mosque, Shi-ite, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, mosaics, arabesques, minaret
PMR-D2591 
 Iran, Qazvin: Imamzadeh-ye Hossein commemorates a son of the 8th Imam Reza who died aged 2 in 821 AD and is buried here. It dates from the 16th century but the facade is from the Qajar era. Entrance to the much revered and highly decorated shrine enclosing the tomb. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaic
PMR-D2590 
 Iran, Qazvin: Imamzadeh-ye Hossein commemorates a son of the 8th Imam Reza who died aged two in 821 AD and is buried here. It dates from the 16th century but the facade is from the Qajar era. Panel of arabesques with floral additions, making use of mirror glass. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaic
PMR-D2589 
 Iran, Qazvin: Imamzadeh-ye Hossein commemorates a son of the 8th Imam Reza who died aged two in 821 AD and is buried here. It dates from the 16th century but the facade is from the Qajar era. Panel of arabesques with floral additions, making use of mirror glass. Above, scripts from thje Quran on a band. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaic
PMR-D2588 
 Iran, Qazvin: Imamzadeh-ye Hossein commemorates a son of the 8th Imam Reza who died aged 2 in 821 AD and is buried here. It dates from the 16th century but the facade is from the Qajar era. The bejewelled and ornate roof of the tomb. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaic
PMR-D2587 
 Iran, Qazvin: Imamzadeh-ye Hossein commemorates a son of the 8th Imam Reza who died aged 2 in 821 AD and is buried here. It dates from the 16th century but the facade is from the Qajar era. The much revered and highly decorated shrine enclosing the tomb. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaic
PMR-D2586 
 Iran, Qazvin: Imamzadeh-ye Hossein commemorates a son of the 8th Imam Reza who died aged two in 821 AD and is buried here. It dates from the 16th century but the facade is from the Qajar era. Panel of arabesques with floral additions, making use of mirror glass. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaic
PMR-D2585 
 Iran, Qazvin: Imamzadeh-ye Hossein commemorates a son of the 8th Imam Reza who died aged two in 821 AD and is buried here. It dates from the 16th century but the facade is from the Qajar era. Pictured is the gatehouse, adorned with six ornamental minarets, from the fountain courtyard. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaic
PMR-D2584 
 Iran, Qazvin: Imamzadeh-ye Hossein commemorates a son of the 8th Imam Reza who died aged two in 821 AD and is buried here. It dates from the 16th century but the facade is from the Qajar era. Pictured is the gatehouse, adorned with six ornamental minarets. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaic
PMR-D2583 
 Iran, Qazvin: Darvazeh-e-Qadim-e-Teheran (Teheran Gate), once part of the city walls, and dating from the Qajar era, is covered in colourful tiles. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaic
PMR-D2582 
 Iran, Qazvin: Darvazeh-e-Qadim-e-Teheran (Teheran Gate), once part of the city walls, and dating from the Qajar era, is covered in colourful tiles. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaic
PMR-D2581 
 Iran, Teheran: the Azadi Tower (Liberty Tower) was designed by architect Hossein Amanat, a Baha'i, who was driven from the country on the fall of the Shah. It is built of white marble from the Isfahan region, and was inaugurated on 16th October 1971. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, monument, landmark
PMR-D2580 
 Iran, Teheran: the city has expanded rapidly in the north, right up to the foothills of the Alborz Mountains. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, panorama
PMR-D2579 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Shams-Al Emarat (Edifice of the Sun), the mirror hall uses glass & gilding to great effect. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation, sumptuous, mosaic, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2578 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Shams-Al Emarat (Edifice of the Sun), filigree, colourful glass screens with floral motifs. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation, sumptuous, mosaic, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2577 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Shams-Al Emarat, The end of the opulently decorated hall with much use of mirror glass. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation, sumptuous, mosaic, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2576 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Shams-Al Emarat, part of the opulently decorated hall, with mirrored stained glass windows. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation, sumptuous, mosaic, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2575 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Shams-Al Emarat, showing the uniformed bandsmen lined up under the terrace, on tiles. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation, sumptuous, mosaic, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2574 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Shams-Al Emarat (Edifice of the Sun), built 1865-7 combined European influences (including height) with Persian architecture. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation, sumptuous, mosaic, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2573 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. A brilliant arched panel of colourful faience arabesques. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2572 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Entrance to Talar-e Ayaheh (Hall of Mirrors) which formerly housed the Peacock Throne. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2571 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Khalvat-e Karim Khani (Karim Khan Nook) dates from 1759. Exquisite faience work. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2570 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Khalvat-e Karim Khani (Karim Khan Nook) with marble tombstone of Nasser al-Din Shah. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2569 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Khalvat-e Karim Khani (Karim Khan Nook) with sumptuously decorated throne room. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2568 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Marble Throne Verandah with the throne, carved from 65 pieces of yellow Yazd alabaster in 1806 for Fath Ali Shah Qajar. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2567 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. The Ivan-e Takht-e Marmar (Marble Throne Verandah) with carved alabaster throne. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2566 
 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. The Ivan-e Takht-e Marmar (Marble Throne Verandah) at the end of a refelecting pool. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2565 
 Iran, Teheran: typical street scene with hoarding lauding a hero of the Iraq-Iran war. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, traffic lights, zebra crossing
PMR-D2564 
 Iran, Teheran: stone horse in bas-relief (from Persepolis?) standing outside the National Museum of Iran. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, sculpture, historic, antiquity
PMR-D2563 
 Iran, Teheran: the National Museum was designed by French architect André Godard and completed in 1928. The traditional iwan dominates the facade. Reflected in pool. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city
PMR-D2562 
 Iran, Teheran: Shah Reza Pahlevi's Summer Residence (Sa`d Abad Museum) in the cooler northern city outskirts. The sitting room. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, furniture, furnishings, chandelier
PMR-D2561 
 Iran, Teheran: Shah Reza Pahlevi's Summer Residence (Sa`d Abad Museum) in the cooler northern city outskirts. Statue of an archer in the grounds. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, sculpture, monument, stone figure
PMR-D2560 
 Iran, Teheran: Shah Reza Pahlevi's Summer Residence (Sa`d Abad Museum) in the cooler northern city outskirts. The Green Palace was built at the end of the Qajar era and opulently remodelled by the Pahlevis. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city
PMR-D2559 
 Iran, Teheran: Shah Reza Pahlevi's Summer Residence (Sa'd Abad Museum) in the cooler northern city outskirts. The White Palace was built between 1931 and 1937 and has 54 rooms, mostly devoted to the Shah's reign (1942-79). Facade and main entrance. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city
PMR-D2558 
 Iran, Teheran: Shah Reza Pahlevi's Summer Residence (Sa'd Abad Museum) in the cooler northern city outskirts. The White Palace was built between 1931 and 1937 and has 54 rooms, mostly devoted to the Shah's reign (1942-79). 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city
PMR-D2557 
 Iran, Teheran: view over the city from the hills in the north. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city
PMR-D2556 
 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. Closer view of a minaret. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics
PMR-D2555 
 Iran, Qom: promenade with ornamental tiles and arches, where students from the medresa can frequently be seen. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics
PMR-D2554 
 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. Closer view of three of the minarets. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics
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-D2551 
 Iran, Kashan: a shady restaurant garden with a row of bubbling fountains providing running water. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, trees, food, eating, traditional, cool
PMR-D2550 
 Iran, Kashan: Bagh-e Fin (Fin Garden) the "shotor gelou" or pool house, built for Shah Abbas I. The garden is criss-crossed with a series of fresh water channels, or "jubs" and shady walks, Some of the cedars are said to be 500 years old. On the UNESCO list since 2011. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, plants, flowers, UNESCO, horticulture, trees, botany
PMR-D2549 
 Iran, Kashan: Bagh-e Fin (Fin Garden) seen from the "shotor gelou" or pool house, built for Shah Abbas I. The garden is criss-crossed with a series of fresh water channels, or "jubs", Some of the cedars are said to be 500 years old. On the UNESCO list since 2011. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, plants, flowers, UNESCO, horticulture, trees, botany
PMR-D2548 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah in Naqsh-e Jahan Square was built for Shah Abbas I between 1602-19. Dedicated to his father in law, and used only privately for his harem, it has no minaret, but some of the most exquisite surviving Safavid mosaics. Reflections in the pool with fountains. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics
PMR-D2547 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah in Naqsh-e Jahan Square was built for Shah Abbas I between 1602-19. Dedicated to his father in law, and used only privately for his harem, it has no minaret, but some of the most exquisite surviving Safavid mosaics. Reflections in the pool with fountain. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque
PMR-D2546 
 Iran, Isfahan: a former caravanserai in the middle of the bazaar area, now a leafy shopping square. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, trading, souvenirs
PMR-D2545 
 Iran, Isfahan: entrance to the Bastani Traditional Restaurant in Naqsh-e Jahan Square. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, food, meals, eating, local dish
PMR-D2544 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. Closer view of one of the minarets. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2543 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2542 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. The breathtaking decoration of the main dome. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2541 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2540 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2539 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2538 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2537 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2536 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2535 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. One of the colourful panels of arabesques on either side of the entrance. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2534 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. Closer look at the decoration round the balcony in the entrance iwan. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2533 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. A closer view of the stalactite ceiling of the entrance iwan. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2532 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. The much-photographed main entrance, through an iwan with balcony. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO
PMR-D2531 
 Iran, Isfahan: inside the Bastani Traditional Restaurant in Naqsh-e Jahan Square with a fountain in the middle of the floor. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, food, meals, eating, local dish
PMR-D2530 
 Iran, Isfahan: view of the south end of the Naqsh-e Jahan Square and Jameh Mosque from the terrace of the Kakh-e Ali Qapu (Ali Qapu Palace). 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, minaret, formal gardens
PMR-D2529 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Ali Qapu (Ali Qapu Palace) was built at the end of the 16th century as a residence for Shah Abbas I. It is six storeys high and has an elevated terrace whose roof is supported by 18 slender columns. (At present under scaffolding). The roof of the music room is overlaid with cut-outs representing vases, to improve accoustics. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics
PMR-D2528 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Ali Qapu (Ali Qapu Palace) was built at the end of the 16th century as a residence for Shah Abbas I. It is six storeys high and has an elevated terrace whose roof is supported by 18 slender columns. (At present under scaffolding). Red and blue floral decorations on the domed ceiling of one of the rooms. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics
PMR-D2527 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah in Naqsh-e Jahan Square was built for Shah Abbas I between 1602-19. Dedicated to his father in law, and used only privately for his harem, it has no minaret, but some of the most exquisite surviving Safavid mosaics. The colourful mihrab surrounded by quranic scripts. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics
PMR-D2526 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah in Naqsh-e Jahan Square was built for Shah Abbas I between 1602-19. Dedicated to his father in law, and used only privately for his harem, it has no minaret, but some of the most exquisite surviving Safavid mosaics. Interior decoration of the walls of the prayer hall with bands of Quran scripts. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics
PMR-D2525 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah in Naqsh-e Jahan Square was built for Shah Abbas I between 1602-19. Dedicated to his father in law, and used only privately for his harem, it has no minaret, but some of the most exquisite surviving Safavid mosaics. Interior decoration of the walls of the prayer hall with bands of Quran scripts. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics
PMR-D2524 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah in Naqsh-e Jahan Square was built for Shah Abbas I between 1602-19. Dedicated to his father in law, and used only privately for his harem, it has no minaret, but some of the most exquisite surviving Safavid mosaics. View of the dome from within. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics
PMR-D2523 
 Iran, Isfahan: Ali minaret, near the Ali Mosque, the oldest minaret in Isfahan and the second highest at 448 metres 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque
PMR-D2522 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. Closer view of one of the minarets on the south iwan. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2521 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. Striking domed ceiling with surrounding band of quranic inscriptions. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2520 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. Honeycomb lattice windows filter the light. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2519 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. The Taj al-Molk Dome, regarded as the finest brick-built dome in Persia, has survived dozens of earhquakes for more than 900 years. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2518 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. Prayer Hall, built during the Seljuk era. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2517 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. The iwan on the south side with Mongol era stalactite mouldings and two minarets. In front, the ablutions fountain, imitating the Kaaba at Mecca. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2516 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. The low-vaulted winter prayer hall. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2515 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. Stucco mihrab covered in Quranic inscriptions in the Room of Sultan Uljeitu, one of the greatest treasures of the mosque. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2514 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. The west iwan, built by the Seljuks and decorated by the Safavids, is topped by a "maazeneh" for calling the faithful to prayer. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2513 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. Modern mosaic of Ayatolla Ali Khamenei in the courtyard. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2512 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. Modern mosaic of Ayatolla Ruhollah Khomeini in the courtyard. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2511 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. Ancient mihrab. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2510 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. One of the original domes. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2509 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. Part of the original, unadorned, prayer hall. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2508 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. Part of the original, unadorned, prayer hall. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2507 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. One of the original surviving domes. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO
PMR-D2506 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah in Naqsh-e Jahan Square was built for Shah Abbas I between 1602-19. Dedicated to his father in law, and used only privately for his harem, it has no minaret, but some of the most exquisite surviving Safavid mosaics. Reflections in the pool. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque
PMR-D2504 
 Iran, Isfahan: Naqsh-e Jahan Square is the world's second largest, after Tiananmen, and was planned by Shah Abbas the Great in 1602 as the centre of his new capital. Originally used for polo games, now offering flower beds and reflecting pools. Horse-drawn carriage passing Lotfollah Mosque. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2503 
 Iran, Isfahan: Naqsh-e Jahan Square is the world's second largest, after Tiananmen, and was planned by Shah Abbas the Great in 1602 as the centre of his new capital. Originally used for polo games, now offering flower beds and reflecting pools. One of many horse-drawn carriages offering rides round the square. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2502 
 Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah in Naqsh-e Jahan Square was built for Shah Abbas I between 1602-19. Dedicated to his father in law, and used only privately for his harem, it has no minaret, but some of the most exquisite surviving Safavid mosaics. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque
PMR-D2501 
 Iran, Isfahan: Naqsh-e Jahan Square is the world's second largest, after Tiananmen, and was planned by Shah Abbas the Great in 1602 as the centre of his new capital. Originally used for polo games, now offering flower beds and reflecting pools. Horse-drawn carriage awaiting custom. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2500 
 Iran, Isfahan: Naqsh-e Jahan Square is the world's second largest, after Tiananmen, and was planned by Shah Abbas the Great in 1602 as the centre of his new capital. Originally used for polo games, now offering flower beds and reflecting pools. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2499 
 Iran, Isfahan: the gardens of the Abbasi, a luxury hotel, based on the former Madar-Shah caravanserai from the Safavid era. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, botany, horticulture, flowers, fruit trees
PMR-D2498 
 Iran, Isfahan: exotic fruit in the gardens of the Abbasi, a luxury hotel, based on the former Madar-Shah caravanserai from the Safavid era. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, botany, horticulture, flowers, fruit trees
PMR-D2497 
 Iran, Isfahan: a typical coffee shop. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, recreation, spare-time, social, drinking, tea
PMR-D2496 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. Entrance building reflected in the pool, seen from the palace porch. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2495 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. Fresco with part of the florally decorated ceiling. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2494 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. Original fresco in the Throne Hall. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2493 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. Original fresco in the Throne Hall. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2492 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. Fresco in the Throne Hall: Nader Shah battles Sultan Mohammed (astride a white elephant), from the Qajar period. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2491 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. Original fresco in the Throne Hall. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2490 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. Original fresco in the Throne Hall. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2489 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. Inside ceiling splendour. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2488 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. Inside splendour. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2487 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. Exquisitely painted roof of the porch, with wooden pillars. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2486 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. The pool with sculpture in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2485 
 Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. The pool is said to reflect 40 columns. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool
PMR-D2484 
 Iran, Isfahan: private gardens with pool and stuary. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque
PMR-D2483 
 Iran, Isfahan: Pol-e Si-o-Seh (Si-o-Seh Bridge)(=33-Arch Bridge) was built by General Allahverdi Khan between 1599 and 1602 in the Safavid era. It is 298 metres long and can be used to dam the River Zayandeh if necessary. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, historic, heritage
PMR-D2482 
 Iran, Isfahan: Pol-e Si-o-Seh (Si-o-Seh Bridge)(=33-Arch Bridge) was built by General Allahverdi Khan between 1599 and 1602 in the Safavid era. It is 298 metres long and can be used to dam the River Zayandeh if necessary. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, historic, heritage
PMR-D2481 
 Iran, Isfahan: Pol-e Khaju (Khaju Bridge) was built under Shah Abbas II in about 1650 in the Safavid era. It is 110 metres long and can be used to dam the River Zayandeh when necessary. The tea room in the centre, built for the Shah, is no longer in use. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, historic, heritage
PMR-D2480 
 Iran, Isfahan: Pol-e Khaju (Khaju Bridge) was built under Shah Abbas II in about 1650 in the Safavid era. It is 110 metres long and can be used to dam the River Zayandeh when necessary. The tea room in the centre, built for the Shah, is no longer in use. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, historic, heritage
PMR-D2479 
 Iran, Isfahan: Pol-e Khaju (Khaju Bridge) was built under Shah Abbas II in about 1650 in the Safavid era. It is 110 metres long and can be used to dam the River Zayandeh when necessary. The tea room in the centre, built for the Shah, is no longer in use. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, historic, heritage
PMR-D2478 
 Iran, Isfahan: Pol-e Khaju (Khaju Bridge) was built under Shah Abbas II in about 1650 in the Safavid era. It is 110 metres long and can be used to dam the River Zayandeh when necessary. The tea room in the centre, built for the Shah, is no longer in use. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, historic, heritage
PMR-D2477 
 Iran, Isfahan: Pol-e Khaju (Khaju Bridge) was built under Shah Abbas II in about 1650 in the Safavid era. It is 110 metres long and can be used to dam the River Zayandeh when necessary. The tea room in the centre, built for the Shah, is no longer in use. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, historic, heritage
PMR-D2476 
 Iran, Isfahan: One of many dovecotes to be found in the region of Isfahan. They go back about 700 years and were important not only for housing pigeons but also for collecting valuable guano for fertilizer. View inside, with pigeon! 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, historic, doves
PMR-D2475 
 Iran, Isfahan: One of many dovecotes to be found in the region of Isfahan. They go back about 700 years and were important not only for housing pigeons but also for collecting valuable guano for fertilizer. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, historic, doves
PMR-D2465 
 Iran, Pasargadae: begun in 546 BC the city of Pasargadae was superseded by Darius's Persepolis. Ruins of the so-called Prison of Soloman. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2463 
 Iran, Pasargadae: begun in 546 BC the city of Pasargadae was superseded by Darius's Persepolis. View from Tal e-Takht, the former citadel, over the Morghab Plain with the tomb of Cyrus the Great (left) and the Zagros Mountains behind. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2462 
 Iran, Pasargadae: begun in 546 BC the city of Pasargadae was superseded by Darius's Persepolis. Figure of a soldier with horned helmet and shield of unknown attribution. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2461 
 Iran, Pasargadae: among the ruins of the city is this column with the trilingual inscription, "I am Cyrus, an Achaemenid" in Old Persian, Elamite and Akkadion.. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2460 
 Iran, Pasargadae: begun in 546 BC the city of Pasargadae was superseded by Darius's Persepolis. Columns of the Audience Hall of the king's palace. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2459 
 Iran, Pasargadae: begun in 546 BC the city of Pasargadae was superseded by Darius's Persepolis. Bas-reliefs on the door jambs of one of the portals to the king's palace. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2457 
 Iran, Pasargadae: the Tomb of Cyrus the Great on the Morghab Plain contains archetectural elements of all the civilizations Cyrus had conquered. Plundered by Alexander the Great. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology, mausoleum, burial chamber
PMR-D2456 
 Iran, Pasargadae: the Tomb of Cyrus the Great on the Morghab Plain contains archetectural elements of all the civilizations Cyrus had conquered. Plundered by Alexander the Great. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology, mausoleum, burial chamber
PMR-D2455 
 Iran, Naqsh-e Rostam: bas-relief of Sassanid King Bahram II, standing in the centre with an oversized sword, regarded by five members of the king's family (?) on the left and three courtiers on the right. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2454 
 Iran, Naqsh-e Rostam: bas-relief of the investiture of Sassanid King Ardashir I (c.226-242). 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2453 
 Iran, Naqsh-e Rostam: Bun Khanak (Central Home), long thought to be an Achaemenid fire temple, but now suggested to be a treasury. Sassanian victories are recorded on the walls. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2452 
 Iran, Naqsh-e Rostam: presumed rock tomb of the Achaemenid King Darius II. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2451 
 Iran, Naqsh-e Rostam: presumed rock tomb of the Achaemenid King Ataxerxes I. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2450 
 Iran, Naqsh-e Rostam: bas-relief of the triumph of Sassanid King Shapur I over the Roman Emperor Valerian, and Philip the Arab. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2449 
 Iran, Naqsh-e Rostam: Rock tomb of the Achaemenid King Darius I (the Great). 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2448 
 Iran, Naqsh-e Rostam: bas-relief of the investiture with the ring of kingship of Sassanid King Narseh (c. 293-303). The female figure presenting the ring is assumed to be the divinity Anahita. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2447 
 Iran, Naqsh-e Rostam: presumed rock tomb of the Achaemenid King Xerxes I . 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2446 
 Iran, Naqsh-e Rostam: Rock tombs of the Achaemenid Kings, Artaxerxes I, Darius I and Xerxes I (left to right). 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology
PMR-D2445 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
Central panel of the Eastern Stairway of the Apadana (unfinished). It replaced the "King's Audience" relief (see PMR-D2437).. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2444 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak. The southern wing of the eastern stairway facade of the Apadana depicting 23 gift-bearing delegations (top left: Assagartians/Medes). 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2443 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
Eastern portico of the "Hundred Column Hall" showing the King on his throne being carried in by 28 men representing the subject nations. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2442 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
A well-preserved kneeling stone horse which once supported the roof beams as a column capital. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2441 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak. Tomb of Artaxerxes III, shown saluting the "Royal Fire" with the winged "Royal Glory" & carried by 30 subjects, one from each country. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2440 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The "Gate of All Nations" from Mount Mithra (tele-shot). 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2439 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The north-eastern half of Persepolis from Mount Mithra. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2438 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The south-western half of Persepolis from Mount Mithra. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2437 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The "King's Audience" relief, standing in the Treasury. Originall it had ornamented the centre of the east stairway of the Apadana. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2436 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
Portico of the "Tachara" or Palace of Darius the Great depicting the King entering with attendants bearing a sun shade behind him. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2435 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
Southern portals of the "Hundred Columns Hall", with the tomb of Artaxerxes in the hillside behind. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2434 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
Trilingual inscription on a portico of the Tachara: Old Persian (top), Elamite (middle) and Babylonian (bottom). 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2433 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The northern, of two tombs in the hillside, is attributed to Artaxerxes III who is shown saluting the "Royal Fire" on a high altar. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2432 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The "Tachara" or private palace of Darius the Great. View from the south-east. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2431 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The "Tachara" or private palace of Darius the Great. View from the south showing the frieze of soldiers in "Persian" uniform. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2430 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
"Gate of All Nations" and surviving columns. The one on the right has been restored. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2429 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
Files of the "Immortal Guard" on the north wing of the eastern stairway to the Apadana. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2428 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The eastern stairway facade of the Apadana depicting foreign kings and dignitaries bringing tributes, including two fine rams. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2427 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The eastern stairway facade of the Apadana depicting foreign kings and dignitaries bringing tributes, including a camel. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2426 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The eastern stairway facade of the Apadana depicting foreign kings and dignitaries bringing tributes. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2425 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The ubiquitous symbolic representation of a lion attacking a bull. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2424 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
Guards from various lands depicted on a wall of the Apadana. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2423 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
One of the doors to the "Hundred Column Hall" depicting a monster-slaying King. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2422 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
"Hundred Column Hall" with the tomb of Artaxerxes III on the hillside behind. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2421 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
One of the west doors to the "Hundred Column Hall". 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2420 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The "Hundred Column Hall" - soldiers on the northern door jamb. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2419 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
A party of Iranian university graduates celebrating their graduation in a historic place. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO
PMR-D2418 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
"Gate of All Nations" from the "inside", showing the "Guardian Bulls". 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2417 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
Column capital, formerly topped with kneeling horses which supported the roof. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2416 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
"Gate of All Nations" or Xerxes' Gateway, through which all visitors passed. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2415 
 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
Looking back at the long approach avenue, used for processions. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2414 
 Iran, Shiraz: Quran Gate, on the road to Isfahan, was built during the reign of Adud al-Dawla, king of the Buyid dynasty from 949 to 983. Copies of the Quran were formerly stored in a room above the road. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, historic, heritage
PMR-D2413 
 Iran, Shiraz: Quran Gate, on the road to Isfahan, was built during the reign of Adud al-Dawla, king of the Buyid dynasty from 949 to 983. Copies of the Quran were formerly stored in a room above the road. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, historic, heritage
PMR-D2412 
 Iran, Shiraz: Bagh-e Eram ( Eram Botanical Garden), founded in the Saljughid Dynasty (1037-1193), was owned by a number of rulers until being made the responsibility of Shiraz University in 1963. The central building is regarded as an architectural masterpiece of the Qajar era. UNESCO listed. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, plants, flowers, UNESCO, horticulture
PMR-D2411 
 Iran, Shiraz: Bazar-e Vakil (Vakil Bazaar), the most famous of the Shiraz bazaars, one of the finest accomplishments of the Zand period architects. A colourful fabric store. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, trade, commerce, buying, selling, soukh, souvenirs
PMR-D2410 
 Iran, Shiraz: Bazar-e Vakil (Vakil Bazaar), the most famous of the Shiraz bazaars, one of the finest accomplishments of the Zand period architects. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, trade, commerce, buying, selling, soukh, souvenirs
PMR-D2409 
 Iran, Shiraz: Bazar-e Vakil (Vakil Bazaar), the most famous of the Shiraz bazaars: a former
caravanserai in the middle of the bazaar, now a pleasant shopping square 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, trade, commerce, buying, selling, soukh, souvenirs
PMR-D2408 
 Iran, Shiraz: a typical local restaurant. This one has a collection of vintage wireless sets. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, radios, eating, waiter
PMR-D2407 
 Iran, Shiraz: Masjed-e Vakil ("Mosque of Regret") was built between 1751 and 1773 in the Zand period but later updated with much faience in the Qajar period. Carved columns in the Shabestan or Prayer Hall. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, arabesques, colourful
PMR-D2406 
 Iran, Shiraz: Masjed-e Vakil ("Mosque of Regret") was built between 1751 and 1773 in the Zand period but later updated with much faience in the Qajar period. Mihrab (?) decorated in coloured faience. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, arabesques, colourful
PMR-D2405 
 Iran, Shiraz: Masjed-e Vakil ("Mosque of Regret") was built between 1751 and 1773 in the Zand period but later updated with much faience in the Qajar period. Carved columns in the Shabestan or Prayer Hall. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, arabesques, colourful
PMR-D2404 
 Iran, Shiraz: Masjed-e Vakil ("Mosque of Regret") was built between 1751 and 1773 in the Zand period but later updated with much faience in the Qajar period. Carved columns in the Shabestan or Prayer Hall. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, arabesques, colourful
PMR-D2403 
 Iran, Shiraz: Masjed-e Vakil ("Mosque of Regret") was built between 1751 and 1773 in the Zand period but later updated with much faience in the Qajar period. Domed ceiling of one of the iwans, exquisitely decorated with coloured faience tiles. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, arabesques, colourful
PMR-D2402 
 Iran, Shiraz: Masjed-e Vakil ("Mosque of Regret") was built between 1751 and 1773 in the Zand period but later updated with much faience in the Qajar period. The pool, reflecting an iwan with two minarets. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, arabesques, colourful
PMR-D2401 
 Iran, Shiraz: Masjed-e Vakil ("Mosque of Regret") was built between 1751 and 1773 in the Zand period but later updated with much faience in the Qajar period. One of the iwans, exquisitely decorated with coloured faience tiles. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, arabesques, colourful
PMR-D2400 
 Iran, Shiraz: Masjed-e Vakil ("Mosque of Regret") was built between 1751 and 1773 in the Zand period but later updated with much faience in the Qajar period. The pool, reflecting an iwan with two minarets. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, arabesques, colourful
PMR-D2399 
 Iran, Shiraz: Masjed-e Vakil ("Mosque of Regret") was built between 1751 and 1773 in the Zand period but later updated with much faience in the Qajar period. A domed arch, decorated with mosaics and tiles. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2398 
 Iran, Shiraz: Bazar-e Vakil (Vakil Bazaar), the most famous of the Shiraz bazaars, one of the finest accomplishments of the Zand period architects. A picture store in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, trade, commerce, buying, selling, soukh, souvenirs
PMR-D2397 
 Iran, Shiraz: Arg-e Karim Khan (Citadel) was built in the early Zand period, as part of Karim Khan's royal court. It has four corner towers featuring ornamental brickwork, the south-eastern one leaning outwards due to subsidence. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, fortress, castle, fortifications
PMR-D2396 
 Iran, Shiraz: Arg-e Karim Khan (Citadel) was built in the early Zand period, as part of Karim Khan's royal court. It has four corner towers featuring ornamental brickwork, the south-eastern one leaning outwards due to subsidence. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, fortress, castle, fortifications
PMR-D2395 
 Iran, Shiraz: tomb of the famous poet Hafez (1325-89), born in Shiraz, and probably Iran's most popular poet. A book of his collected works can be found in most homes in the country. A faience panel exquisitely decorated with roses and birds in the adjacent gardens. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, literature, poetry, garden, flowers, monument, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2394 
 Iran, Shiraz: tomb of the famous poet Hafez (1325-89), born in Shiraz, and probably Iran's most popular poet. A book of his collected works can be found in most homes in the country. The octagonal pavilion enclosing his tombstone is much visited. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, literature, poetry, garden, flowers, monument
PMR-D2393 
 Iran, Shiraz: tomb of the famous poet Hafez (1325-89), born in Shiraz, and probably Iran's most popular poet. A book of his collected works can be found in most homes in the country. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, literature, poetry, garden, flowers, monument
PMR-D2392 
 Iran, Shiraz: poem in Farsi with a floral faience surround in the tomb of the famous Sa'di (1207-91), one of the most popular poets in Iran. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, arabesque, literature, poetry
PMR-D2391 
 Iran, Bishapur: Bas-relief in the Chogon Gorge celebrating the achievements of Shapur I. He defeated Roman armies three times and took Emperor Valerian captive. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, archeology, Sassannian, historical, heritage, ancient, antique, geology
PMR-D2390 
 Iran, Bishapur: Bas-relief in the Chogon Gorge celebrating the achievements of Shapur I. He defeated Roman armies three times and took Emperor Valerian captive. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, archeology, Sassannian, historical, heritage, ancient, antique, geology
PMR-D2389 
 Iran, Bishapur: Bas-relief in the Chogon Gorge celebrating the achievements of Shapur I. He defeated Roman armies three times and took Emperor Valerian captive. The groove was the high-water mark of a flood in the 1960s. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, archeology, Sassannian, historical, heritage, ancient, antique, geology
PMR-D2388 
 Iran, Bishapur: entrance to the Chogan Gorge, where six bas-reliefs are carved into the walls celebrating the achievements of Shapur I. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, archeology, Sassannian, geology
PMR-D2387 
 Iran, Bishapur: "Shapur's City" was the capital of Shapur I (241-272 AD), one of the major Sassanid kings, and was largely built by Roman captives. Some of the surviving ruined buildings. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, archeology, Sassannian, ruins, historical, heritage, ancient, antique, religion
PMR-D2386 
 Iran, Bishapur: "Shapur's City" was the capital of Shapur I (241-272 AD), one of the major Sassanid kings, and was largely built by Roman captives. Some of the surviving ruined buildings. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, archeology, Sassannian, ruins, historical, heritage, ancient, antique, religion
PMR-D2385 
 Iran, Bishapur: "Shapur's City" was the capital of Shapur I (241-272 AD), one of the major Sassanid kings, and was largely built by Roman captives. Anahita's Temple, with pool (?) below ground level. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, archeology, Sassannian, ruins, historical, heritage, ancient, antique, religion
PMR-D2384 
 Iran, Bishapur: "Shapur's City" was the capital of Shapur I (241-272 AD), one of the major Sassanid kings, and was largely built by Roman captives. Some of the surviving ruined buildings. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, archeology, Sassannian, ruins, historical, heritage, ancient, antique, religion
PMR-D2383 
 Iran, Bishapur: "Shapur's City" was the capital of Shapur I (241-272 AD), one of the major Sassanid kings, and was largely built by Roman captives. Anahita's Temple. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, architecture, archeology, Sassannian, ruins, historical, heritage, ancient, antique, religion
PMR-D2382 
 Iran, Shushtar: the "water mills", centre of a highly developed water distribution and irrigation system developed over thousands of years on the Khuzestan Plains. View of the central basin and installations from above. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, agriculture, crops, water-channels, canals, flow, circulation
PMR-D2381 
 Iran, Shushtar: the "water mills", centre of a highly developed water distribution and irrigation system developed over thousands of years on the Khuzestan Plains. Inflow of water channels into the central basin. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, agriculture, crops, water-channels, canals, flow, circulation
PMR-D2380 
 Iran, Shushtar: the "water mills", centre of a highly developed water distribution and irrigation system developed over thousands of years on the Khuzestan Plains. One of the vintage pumps, preserved in the pumping station. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, agriculture, crops, water-channels, canals, flow, circulation, historical, industrial revolution
PMR-D2379 
 Iran, Shushtar: the "water mills", centre of a highly developed water distribution and irrigation system developed over thousands of years on the Khuzestan Plains. Inflow of water channels into the central basin. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, agriculture, crops, water-channels, canals, flow, circulation
PMR-D2378 
 Iran, Shushtar: the "water mills", centre of a highly developed water distribution and irrigation system developed over thousands of years on the Khuzestan Plains. Inflow of water channels into the central basin. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, agriculture, crops, water-channels, canals, flow, circulation
PMR-D2377 
 Iran, Shushtar: the "water mills", centre of a highly developed water distribution and irrigation system developed over thousands of years on the Khuzestan Plains. Inflow of water channels into the central basin. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, agriculture, crops, water-channels, canals, flow, circulation
PMR-D2376 
 Iran, Shush: part of the highly developed water distribution and irrigation systems on the Khuzestan Plains, near Shush. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, agriculture, crops, canals, water-channels, flow
PMR-D2375 
 Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. View from the west. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO
PMR-D2374 
 Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. The south-western stairway alone provided access to the top. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO
PMR-D2373 
 Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. Probable site of the latrines. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO
PMR-D2372 
 Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. Footprint of an Elamite child, preserved for 3 millennia. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO
PMR-D2371 
 Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. North-eastern stairway to the first terrace. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO
PMR-D2370 
 Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. View from the north-east. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO
PMR-D2369 
 Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. View from the north-east. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO
PMR-D2368 
 Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. General view from the south-east. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO
PMR-D2367 
 Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. General view from the south-east. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO
PMR-D2366 
 Iran, Shush: the so-called Tomb of Daniel, a typical imamzadeh, previously a goal of Jewish pilgrims, now a mosque, built in 1871. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, biblical, Old Testament, faience, tiling, colourful
PMR-D2365 
 Iran, Shush: the so-called Tomb of Daniel, a typical imamzadeh, previously a goal of Jewish pilgrims, now a mosque, built in 1871. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, biblical, Old Testament, faience, tiling, colourful
PMR-D2364 
 Iran, Shush: Chateau de Morgan, built by the French Archeological Service between 1897 and 1912, adjoins the archeological site of the Palace of Darius. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, castle, crenellations, fortifications
PMR-D2363 
 Iran, Shush: site of the Palace of Darius (521 BC), built on the ruins of capital of Elam, laid waste by Ashurbanipal, the Assyrian King around 640 BC.
Here: a collection of fragments of columns etc. awaiting restoration. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, archeology, foundations, Achaemenids
PMR-D2362 
 Iran, Shush: site of the Palace of Darius (521 BC), built on the ruins of capital of Elam, laid waste by Ashurbanipal, the Assyrian King around 640 BC.
Here: a double-headed kneeling horse used as a column capital (aka Persepolis). 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, archeology, foundations, Achaemenids, stone-carving
PMR-D2361 
 Iran, Shush: site of the Palace of Darius (521 BC), built on the ruins of capital of Elam, laid waste by Ashurbanipal, the Assyrian King around 640 BC.
Here: the base of one of the columns of the Apadana is preserved. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, archeology, foundations, Achaemenids
PMR-D2360 
 Iran, Shush: site of the Palace of Darius (521 BC), built on the ruins of capital of Elam, laid waste by Ashurbanipal, the Assyrian King around 640 BC. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, archeology, foundations, Achaemenids
PMR-D2359 
 Iran, Shush: Chateau de Morgan, built by the French Archeological Service between 1897 and 1912, adjoins the archeological site of the Palace of Darius. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, castle, crenellations, fortifications
PMR-D2358 
 Iran, Pol-e-Dokhtar: Iranians picnicking on the banks of the River Karcheh, 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, leisure, picnic, eating
PMR-D2357 
 Iran, Pol-e-Dokhtar: ruins of a major bridge over the River Karcheh, built on the orders of the Sassanid King Shahpur I (242-272) by Roman prisoners of war. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage
PMR-D2356 
 Iran, Pol-e-Dokhtar: ruins of a major bridge over the River Karcheh, built on the orders of the Sassanid King Shahpur I (242-272) by Roman prisoners of war. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage
PMR-D2355 
 Iran, Pol-e-Dokhtar: ruins of a major bridge over the River Karcheh, built on the orders of the Sassanid King Shahpur I (242-272) by Roman prisoners of war. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage
PMR-D2354 
 Iran, Pol-e-Dokhtar: ruins of a major bridge over the River Karcheh, built on the orders of the Sassanid King Shahpur I (242-272) by Roman prisoners of war. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage
PMR-D2353 
 Iran: gravestones of ancient heroes approximately 250 years old in a cemetary near Pol-e-Dokhtar. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, archeology
PMR-D2352 
 Iran: gravestones of ancient heroes approximately 250 years old in a cemetary near Pol-e-Dokhtar. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, archeology
PMR-D2351 
 Iran, Kermanshah: Rotel Setra bus with trailer parked near the war memorial museum and mosque. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, Rolling Hotel, omnibus, tour-bus
PMR-D2350 
 Iran, Kermanshah: captured enemy tanks from the Iran-Iraq War at the at the memorial museum and mosque. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, war-damage
PMR-D2349 
 Iran, Kermanshah: captured enemy vehicles from the Iran-Iraq War at the at the memorial museum and mosque. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, war-damage, trucks, transport
PMR-D2341 
 Iran: ruined AnahitaTemple near Bisotun used by a pre-Christian cult who worshipped the Indo-Iranian cosmological figure Anahita. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture
PMR-D2340 
 Iran, Asam Abad: view of the modern town on the plain, with hills in the background. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture
PMR-D2339 
 Iran, Asam Abad: view of the modern town on the plain, with hills in the background. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture
PMR-D2338 
 Iran, Asam Abad: view of the modern town on the plain, with hills in the background. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture
PMR-D2337 
 Iran, Hamadan: the Jewish Tomb of Esther (wife of Xerxes I) and Mordecai is alleged to be within this 14th century tower, which was once Iran's most important Jewish pilgrimage site. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, biblical
PMR-D2336 
 Iran, Hamadan: BuAli Sina (Avicenna) Mausoleum. This tower was erected in 1954 on the tomb of Avicenna, the famous physician and philosopher (980-1037). 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture
PMR-D2335 
 Iran, Sanandaj: a room facing the courtyard in the Asef Mansion, a Qajar building which is now a museum of Kurdish life. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion
PMR-D2334 
 Iran, Sanandaj: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) with its twin minarets, was built in 1813 on the orders of Amonulla Khan. 
 Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque
PMR131K-18 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: the twin Emirates Towers, one a hotel and the other an office block, at 355 metres, the world's 12th highest building. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR122K-30 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: "Atlantis on the Palm" resort, hotel, shopping and entertainment centre at the outer edge of Palm-Jumeirah. The central gateway arch. United Arab Emirates, Dubai: "Atlantis on the Palm" resort, hotel, shopping and entertainment centre at the outer edge of Palm-Jumeirah. The central gateway arch. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR131K-24 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: the approach channel to the new Dubai Marina from the sea, in the shadow of a forest of skyscrapers. United Arab Emirates, Dubai: the approach channel to the new Dubai Marina from the sea, in the shadow of a forest of skyscrapers. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-23 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: under construction in the new Marina: this skyscraper "twists" through 90 degrees from bottom to top. United Arab Emirates, Dubai: under construction in the new Marina: this skyscraper "twists" through 90 degrees from bottom to top. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-22 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: a forest of skyscrapers, mostly still under construction, surrounding the new Dubai Marina. United Arab Emirates, Dubai: a forest of skyscrapers, mostly still under construction, surrounding the new Dubai Marina. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-16 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: a row of columns with lotus capitals - Egyptian-themed architecture in Wafi Shopping Mall, Bur Dubai. United Arab Emirates, Dubai: a row of columns with lotus capitals - Egyptian-themed architecture in Wafi Shopping Mall, Bur Dubai. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR672-02 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: forest of skyscrapers, mostly still under construction, surrounding the new marina. United Arab Emirates, Dubai: forest of skyscrapers, mostly still under construction, surrounding the new marina. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-22 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Khalifa, the world's highest building (828 metres overall), opened to the public on 4th January 2010. It has 163 usable floors. View from the west, with palm trees. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR-D2132 
 Oman, Muscat: closer view of the giant incense burner overlooking Al Riyam Park. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
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-D2130 
 Oman, Muscat: a section of the original city walls of Old Muscat, snaking up the hillside, with regular watchtowers built on. Flower gardens adjoining the Sultan's Palace, Al Alam, in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2129 
 Oman, Muscat: a section of the original city walls of Old Muscat, snaking up the hillside, with regular watchtowers built on. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2128 
 Oman, Muscat: facade of Sultan Qaboos' Al Alam Palace in Old Muscat, built in 1972. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2127 
 Oman, Muscat: Forts Jalali and Mirani, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, command the entrance to the "hidden harbour". 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2126 
 Oman, Muscat: some of the original buildings in Old Muscat. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2125 
 Oman, Muscat: Bait Al Zubair (House of Al Zubair), a private museum displaying the Zubair family's collection of Omani artefacts, spanning a number of centuries. Portrait of Sultan Qaboos near the entrance. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2124 
 Oman, Muscat: traditional carved wooden door of Al Bait Al Oud, a reconstruction of the house where Sheikh Ali bin Juma lived with his family in the 18th and 20th centuries, with original furnishings. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2123 
 Oman, Muscat: colourful goats in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2122 
 Oman, Muscat: colourful goats in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2121 
 Oman, Muscat: model of a "Falaj" or ancient water distribution system in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2120 
 Oman, Muscat: model of a "Falaj" or ancient water distribution system in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2119 
 Oman, Muscat: the restored Muscat Gate now contains a museum of local history. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2118 
 Oman, Muscat: Mirani Fort, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2117 
 Oman, Muscat: Jalali Fort, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, guards the harbour together with Mirani Fort, opposite. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2116 
 Oman, Muscat: one of the colourful "minarets" of the Al Khor Mosque. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2115 
 Oman, Muscat: blue-tiled Al Khor Mosque, with the restored Mirani Fort behind, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2114 
 Oman, Muscat: facade of Sultan Qaboos' Al Alam Palace in Old Muscat, built in 1972. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2113 
 Oman, Muscat: one of the arcaded colonnades flanking the approach to Al Alam royal palace. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2112 
 Oman, Muscat: the lake and colourful pavilion in the Al Qurm National Park. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2111 
 Oman, Muscat: the beach at Hay As Saruj. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2110 
 Oman, Muscat: the main entrance and dome of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2109 
 Oman, Muscat: the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque showing the mihrab niche in the qiblah wall. The Persian carpet is a single piece 70 x 60 metres covering an area of 4263 square metres. Woven near Nishabur, Khurasan, it took 600 women four years to complete, and weighs 21 tonnes. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2108 
 Oman, Muscat: part of the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The walls are clad in off-white Bianco P and dark grey Bardiglio marble. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2107 
 Oman, Muscat: the central chandelier in the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is 8 metres in diameter and 14 metres in length with 1122 lamps, together weighing 8 tonnes. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2106 
 Oman, Muscat: one of the stained glass windows in the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2105 
 Oman, Muscat: south entrance porch to the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, showing the carved wooden doors. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2104 
 Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2103 
 Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2102 
 Oman, Muscat: the Ladies' Prayer Hall in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, showing the Turkish crystal chandeliers 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2100 
 Oman, Muscat: mosque with colourful dome and minaret on the promenade at Muttrah, with the barren mountains of the desert behind. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2099 
 Oman, Muscat: Muttrah Fort overlooks flowerbeds on Al Corniche. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2098 
 Oman, Muscat: mosque with colourful dome and minaret on the promenade at Muttrah. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2097 
 Oman, Muscat: the bay and promenade at Muttrah. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2096 
 Oman, Muscat: part of the prestigious Corniche road which joins Muttrah and Old Muscat. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2095 
 Oman, Muscat: the Ministry of Finance in Old Muscat. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
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-D2093 
 Oman, Muscat: a traditional dhow is 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
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
PMR-D2091 
 Oman, Muscat: a modern dual-carriageway road sweeps down through a cutting to the sea. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2090 
 Oman, Muscat: the clock tower is a local landmark at Ruwi, the commercial centre. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2089 
 Oman, Muscat: hundreds of feral pigeons on the dried-out river bed. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2088 
 Oman, Muscat: colourful modern "minarets" on a mosque. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2087 
 Oman, Muscat: the newly completed Al Harthy Complex contains a large shopping centre. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2086 
 Oman, Muscat: the beach and coastal development at Haramil. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2085 
 Oman, Muscat: mangroves are preserved in Al Qurm National Park. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2084 
 Oman, Muscat: a modern gate spans the road on the approach to Muttra. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2083 
 Oman, Muscat: Sultan Qaboos' yacht in the port at Muttrah. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2082 
 Oman, Muscat: Al Riyam Park, overlooked by a giant incense burner. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2081 
 Oman, Muscat: traffic on Al Jaame Street in Ruwi. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State
PMR-D2080 
 Oman, Muscat: modern mosque with dome and minaret in Ruwi. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State, colourful
PMR147K-13 
 Qatar, Doha: colourful open-air carpet store in Al Waqif Soukh. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR147K-12 
 Qatar, Doha: entrance to the largest soukh, the Al Waqif complex. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR147K-11 
 Qatar, Doha: fountain and palm-lined approach to the Museum of Islamic Art. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR147K-10 
 Qatar, Doha: the Museum of Islamic Art with the fountain in MIA Park and palm-lined lagoon. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR147K-09 
 Qatar, Doha: retired dhows belonging to the Museum of Islamic Art. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR147K-08 
 Qatar, Doha: West Bay developments across the bay, from the ice cafe in MIA Park. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR147K-07 
 Qatar, Doha: new high-rise blocks at West Bay - Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, the twin Palm Towers, Burj Qatar, Tornado Tower and Al Jassimaya Tower, from across the bay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR147K-06 
 Qatar, Doha: West Bay developments from near the end of the palm-lined lagoon promenade of MIA Park. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR147K-05 
 Qatar, Doha: West Bay developments from the palm-lined lagoon promenade of MIA Park. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR147K-04 
 Qatar, Doha: the Museum of Islamic Art, from the palm-lined lagoon promenade of MIA Park. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR147K-03 
 Qatar, Doha: new high-rise buildings at West Bay - the twin Palm Towers, Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, and Burj Qatar, with a dhow ferry at the quayside. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR147K-02 
 Qatar, Doha: view across the bay from West Bay, with Al Corniche and flowerbeds in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR147K-01 
 Qatar, Doha: new high-rise buildings at West Bay - the twin Palm Towers. Al Bidda Tower and Qatar World Trade Centre, with flower gardens in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR146K-36 
 Qatar, Doha: new high-rise buildings - Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, and Burj Qatar, with twin Palm Towers behind, all at West Bay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR146K-35 
 Qatar, Doha: Sheraton Hotel and Conference Centre at West Bay, with a dhow ferry in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR146K-34 
 Qatar, Doha: Al Jassimaya Tower, with Tornado Tower behind, both at West Bay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR146K-33 
 Qatar, Doha: some of the new developments at West Bay amid well manicured lawns. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR146K-32 
 Qatar, Doha: a pair of newly completed skyscrapers overlooking lawns and flower beds at West Bay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR146K-31 
 Qatar, Doha: western end of the prestige boulevard, Al Corniche, with newly completed high rise buildings. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR146K-30 
 Qatar, Doha: western end of the prestige boulevard, Al Corniche, with palm trees and flowerbeds in national colours. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR146K-29 
 Qatar, Doha: some of the new developments at West Bay amid well manicured lawns. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR146K-28 
 Qatar, Doha: some of the new developments at West Bay amid well manicured lawns. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers
PMR146K-27 
 Qatar, Doha: prestige boulevard, Al Corniche, lined with palms and flowerbeds in national colours. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR146K-26 
 Qatar, Doha: Qatar Islamic Cultural Centre Building. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR146K-25 
 Qatar, Doha: high rise buildings on West Bay with dhows in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR146K-24 
 Qatar, Doha: view of the Dhow Harbour with Doha City in the background. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR146K-23 
 Qatar, Doha: view of the Dhow Harbour and Doha City, with Qatari flag in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR146K-22 
 Qatar, Doha: the Museum of Islamic Art, with dhows in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR690-12 
 Qatar, Doha: new high-rise buildings, Palm Towers, Tornado Tower, Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, Burj Qatar and other unfinished developments, from the north end of La Corniche. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR690-11 
 Qatar, Doha: the high-rise buildings, Palm Towers, Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre and Burj Qatar, dwarf the dhow ferry boat, moored on the quay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR690-10 
 Qatar, Doha: some of the interesting new shapes arising on West Bay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR690-09 
 Qatar, Doha: the north end of the prestige boulevard, Al Corniche, with palm trees and flowebeds in the national colours. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR690-08 
 Qatar, Doha: some of the interesting new shapes arising on West Bay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR690-06 
 Qatar, Doha: the dhow harbour with new high-rise buildings across the bay, and flowerbeds in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern
PMR687-02 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view into the courtyard through the domed and arcaded gallery. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture
PMR687-01 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: the tiled and arcaded gallery from outside the courtyard, with blue-tiled reflecting pool. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture
PMR508-04 
 Turkey, Istanbul: Sultanahmet Mosque (The Blue Mosque) from Sultanahmet Square. 
 Keywords: Islam, minarets, architecture, religion, Muslim, Mohammed
PMR506-09 
 Turkey, Istanbul: ornate Turkish grave architecture. 
 Keywords: cemetary, gravestones, in memoriam, memorials, Islam, Muslim
PMR506-04 
 Turkey, Istanbul: one of the newer mosques, Valide Sultan (Sultan's Mother) at Aksaray. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, minaret, architecture, religion
PMR500-08 
 Cyprus (North), Lefkosa/ North Nicosia: Selimiye Mosque, formerly the Ayía Sofía Roman Catholic Cathedral, was built between 1209 and 1326, but never completed. 
 Keywords: Lefkosa, Muslim, Islam, minaret, Gothic architecture
PMR499-12 
 Turkey, Istanbul: Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque, with its six minarets, seen from Sultanahmet Gardens. 
 Keywords: architecture, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage, picturesque
PMR499-11 
 Turkey, Istanbul: courtyard of the Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque, completed in 1617 by the architect Mehmet Aga. 
 Keywords: architecture, historic, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage
PMR499-10 
 Turkey, Istanbul: newly renovated Turkish wooden houses, with the minarets of the Sultanahmet Mosque in the background. 
 Keywords: architecture, street scene, traditional houses, old quarter, picturesque, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Byzantine, Muslim, Constantinople
PMR499-09 
 Turkey, Istanbul: newly renovated Turkish wooden houses, with their typical overhanging upper storeys. 
 Keywords: architecture, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque, old quarter, traditional houses, street scene
PMR499-08 
 Turkey, Istanbul: newly renovated Turkish wooden houses, with the minarets of the Sultanahmet Mosque in the background. 
 Keywords: architecture, street scene, traditional houses, old quarter, picturesque, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Byzantine, Muslim, Constantinople
PMR499-07 
 Turkey, Istanbul: the Obelisk of Theodosius, standing in the Hippodrome, was acquired in 390 AD from Heliopolis, and records the victories of the mighty Pharaoh Thutmose III. 
 Keywords: pedestrian zone, Egyptology, street scene, natural heritage, Islam, Byzantine, Muslim, Constantinople, historical, Egypt, Egyptian, hieroglyphics, monument
PMR499-06 
 Turkey, Istanbul: Adnan Menderes Bulvari, the main approach road to the city, seen from the city wall. 
 Keywords: architecture, artery, dual carriageway, flowing traffic, traffic, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, street scene
PMR499-05 
 Turkey, Istanbul: one of the many ornamental fountains to be found on street corners in the city. 
 Keywords: pedestrian zone, drinking water, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, street scene
PMR499-04 
 Turkey, Istanbul: monument commemorating the overthrow of Constantinople in 1453 by Fatih (= Conqueror) Mehmet II. 
 Keywords: natural heritage, triumph, sculpture, statue, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam
PMR499-03 
 Turkey, Istanbul: Ataturk Bulvari passes through the Aqueduct of Valens, almost one kilometre long, and credited to the fourth-century Roman Emperor Valens. 
 Keywords: architecture, historic, flowing traffic, dual carriageway, traffic, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage, street scene
PMR499-02 
 Turkey, Istanbul: Municipal Headquarters (Belediye), a modern building on the Ataturk Bulvari. 
 Keywords: architecture, administration, office block, reflecting pool, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam
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
PMR498-12 
 Turkey, Istanbul: Suleymaniye Mosque, built in 1557 by Mimar Sinan, is regarded by many as his finest achievement. The mausoleum of Suleyman the Magnificent in the foreground (right). 
 Keywords: architecture, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage, picturesque
PMR498-11 
 Turkey, Istanbul: Beyazit Tower, raised by Mehmet II in 1823 as a watchtower, stands in the grounds of the university. 
 Keywords: pedestrian zone, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage, picturesque, street scene, architecture
PMR498-10 
 Turkey, Istanbul: allegorical figure of Ataturk with students in front of Istanbul University. 
 Keywords: architecture, monument, sculpture, statue, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage
PMR498-09 
 Turkey, Istanbul: frontage and two minarets of the Suleymaniye Mosque, built in 1557 by Mimar Sinan. Regarded by many as his finest achievement. 
 Keywords: architecture, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage, picturesque
PMR498-08 
 Turkey, Istanbul: Muslim gravestones and the mausoleum of Suleyman the Magnificent in the precints of the Suleymaniye Mosque. 
 Keywords: architecture, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage
PMR493-12 
 Island of Crete, Harnia: one of a small number of minarets remaining in the old town. 
 Keywords: mediaeval, Muslim, Islam, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR493-09 
 Island of Crete, Harnia: Mosque of the Janissaries, built by the Turks in 1645, is the oldest Ottoman building on the island. With horse carriage in the foreground. 
 Keywords: picturesque, Muslim, Islam, architecture, national heritage
PMR537-02 
 Syria, Damascus: panoramic view of the modern city (2001) from Jabal Qasiyun (Mount Qasioun) (1151 metres) where one can eat in a restaurant whilst enjoying the view. 
 Keywords: architecture, panorama, metropolis, historical, capital city, culture, picturesque, Islam, Muslim
PMR537-01 
 Syria, Damascus: new mosque in the old quarter, with slim minaret and green and gold script from the Koran round the outsde walls. 
 Keywords: architecture, street scene, Muslim, Islam, picturesque, culture, capital city, historical, metropolis
PMR536-12 
 Syria, Damascus: the popular Hamadiye Soukh ends in the propylon of a former Jupiter Temple from Roman times. 
 Keywords: architecture, ancient, historic, Muslim, Islam, picturesque, culture, capital city, historical, metropolis
PMR536-11 
 Syria, Damascus: typical street in the old quarter of the city, showing the usual enclosed wooden balcony. 
 Keywords: architecture, alley, street scene, Muslim, Islam, picturesque, culture, capital city, historical, metropolis
PMR536-10 
 Syria, Damascus: courtyard of the Umayyad Mosque (built 705-15 AD) from the eastern arcade, showing the inlaid marble floor. 
 Keywords: architecture, colourful, artistic, national heritage, Muslim, Islam, picturesque, culture, capital city, historical, metropolis
PMR536-09 
 Syria, Damascus: courtyard of the Umayyad Mosque (built 705-15 AD) with roofed fountain for ablutions in the centre, flanked by two columns, Al-Sa'at (clock) and Al-Mal (money). 
 Keywords: architecture, metropolis, historical, capital city, culture, picturesque, Islam, Muslim, national heritage, artistic
PMR536-08 
 Syria, Damascus: the famous former treasury (Kubbat al-khazina) of the Umayyad Mosque (built 705-15 AD), standing on 8 antique columns in the courtyard, and dating from 788 AD (the mosaics have been much restored). Behind, the AL-Arous (Brides') Minaret, from the 11th century. 
 Keywords: architecture, artistic, national heritage, Muslim, Islam, picturesque, culture, capital city, historical, metropolis
PMR536-07 
 Syria, Damascus: a typical alley in the old quarter of the city. 
 Keywords: architecture, Muslim, Islam, picturesque, culture, capital city, historical, metropolis
PMR536-06 
 Syria, Damascus: Al Nawfara Coffee Shop, a popular place for a drink in the old quarter, near the east entrance to the Umayyad Mosque. 
 Keywords: architecture, Muslim, Islam, picturesque, culture, capital city, historical, metropolis
PMR535-02 
 Syria, Palmyra: view of the ruins and fortress from Hotel Zenobia, with gardens in the foreground. 
 Keywords: desert, Muslim, Islam , ruined city, Roman, picturesque, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical
PMR535-01 
 Syria, Palmyra: street scene with traffic island and fountain and fortress Qalaat ibn Maan in the background. 
 Keywords: Islam, fortifications, defence, metropolis, town, Muslim
PMR534-12 
 Iraq: final glimpse of the River Euphrates. 
 Keywords: Islam, countryside, landscape, Mesopotamia, Muslim
PMR534-11 
 Iraq: approaching the Syrian border, the "Rolling Hotel" receives a pictorial velediction from Fieldmarshal Saddam Hussein. 
 Keywords: street scene, farewell scene, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam
PMR534-10 
 Iraq, Baghdad: view of "Baghdad Island" and boating lake from the top of the tower, with bridge over the River Tigris in the background. 
 Keywords: architecture, leisure park, leisure centre, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam
PMR534-09 
 Iraq, Baghdad: Abbasid Palace, believed to have been built under Caliph Al-Nasser Lidinillah (1179-1225). Some scholars believe it to have been the Sharabiya School, mentioned by historians. Extensively restored after Ottoman use. View from the gardens at the back of the building. 
 Keywords: architecture, cupola, dome, national heritage, historic, culture, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam
PMR534-08 
 Iraq, Baghdad: main gate of the Abbasid Palace, believed to have been built under Caliph Al-Nasser Lidinillah (1179-1225). Some scholars believe it to have been the Sharabiya School, mentioned by historians. Extensively restored after Ottoman use. 
 Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam
PMR534-07 
 Iraq, Baghdad: a typical older burgher house, with balcony and ceramic tiling in the facade. 
 Keywords: architecture, middle-class, residence, dwelling, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam
PMR534-06 
 Iraq, Baghdad: modern jewellery and silversmiths' bazaar, opposite the Medrese Al-Mustansariya main gate. 
 Keywords: architecture, buying, selling, silver, gems, market, soukh, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam
PMR534-05 
 Iraq, Baghdad: street scene with minaret and entrance to a bazaar. 
 Keywords: colourful, soukh, automobiles, motorcars, traffic, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam
PMR534-04 (2) 
 Iraq, Baghdad: Medrese Al-Mustansariya, the principal school/university in the Abbasid era. Built under Caliph Al-Mustansir Billah (1226-1242), it provided lecture halls, library, refectory, baths, student accommodation, hospital with pharmacy, and mosque. The curriculum included Arabic, Theology, Astronomy, Mathematics, Pharmacy, Medicine, and especially, Koran studies.
View of the courtyard and colourful minaret from the first-floor gallery. 
 Keywords: architecture, madrassa, madrasa, centre of studies, education, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage
PMR534-04 (1) 
 Iraq, Baghdad: Medrese Al-Mustansariya, the principal school/university in the Abbasid era. Built under Caliph Al-Mustansir Billah (1226-1242), it provided lecture halls, library, refectory, baths, student accommodation, hospital with pharmacy, and mosque. The curriculum included Arabic, Theology, Astronomy, Mathematics, Pharmacy, Medicine, and especially, Koran studies.
View of the courtyard and colourful minaret from the entrance. 
 Keywords: architecture, madrassa, madrasa, centre of studies, education, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage
PMR534-02 
 Iraq, Baghdad: tower and concert bowl reflected in the lake on "Baghdad Island", a peninsula in the River Tigris. 
 Keywords: architecture, leisure resort, resort, music, reflections, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, picturesque
PMR534-01 
 Iraq, Baghdad: tower and concert bowl on "Baghdad Island", a peninsula in the River Tigris. 
 Keywords: architecture, leisure resort, resort, music, reflections, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, picturesque
PMR533-12 
 Iraq, Baghdad: memorial to the Iraqi soldiers who fell in the war with Iran, showing the two halves of the cupola and the memorial column, draped with the Iraqi flag. 
 Keywords: architecture, artistic, sculpture, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque
PMR533-11 
 Iraq, Baghdad: memorial to the Iraqi soldiers who fell in the war with Iran. 
 Keywords: architecture, picturesque, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Muslim, Mesopotamia, sculpture, artistic
PMR533-01 
 Iraq, Ninevah: although about 6000 years old, it was the beginning of the 6th century BC before the city was chosen as the third capital of Assyria, after Ashur and Nimrud, by Sennacherib: part of the remaining city wall, 12 kilometres long. 
 Keywords: Muslim, picturesque, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology, architecture, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia
PMR532-12 
 Iraq, Bashiqa: the local aniseed liqueur "Arrak", can be purchased in a variety of bottles. 
 Keywords: Mesopotamia, shop, selling, alcoholic, beverage, drink, Islam, Muslim
PMR532-11 
 Iraq: Bashiqa, a village in the north where Christians and Yazidi have lived together peaceably for centuries (2001). Yazidi normally speak Kurdish, but in Bashiqa Arabic is the norm. Their religion is a combination of Mithraism, Shamanism, Christianity and Islam. They are forbidden to marry outside their religion.
Yazidi family outside their house in Bashiqa. 
 Keywords: Mesopotamia, dwelling, Islam, Muslim
PMR532-10 
 Iraq: Bashiqa, a village in the north where Christians and Yazidi have lived together peaceably for centuries (2001). Yazidi normally speak Kurdish, but in Bashiqa Arabic is the norm. Their religion is a combination of Mithraism, Shamanism, Christianity and Islam. They are forbidden to marry outside their religion.
A traditional, conical Yazidi grave monument. 
 Keywords: Mesopotamia, burial, graveyard, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim
PMR532-09 
 Iraq: Bashiqa, a village in the north where Christians and Yazidi have lived together peaceably for centuries (2001). Yazidi normally speak Kurdish, but in Bashiqa Arabic is the norm. Their religion is a combination of Mithraism, Shamanism, Christianity and Islam. They are forbidden to marry outside their religion.
View of the village from the hilltop graveyard. 
 Keywords: Mesopotamia, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim, panorama, dwellings
PMR532-08 
 Iraq, Mosul: view from the summit of Mount Maqloub in the mountains of Kurdistan, on the monastery terrace, with local village in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Muslim, agriculture, geology, countryside, landscape, panorama, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia
PMR532-06 
 Iraq, Mosul: River Tigris near to the camping site, with wild mustard flowers in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Muslim, peaceful, landscape, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia
PMR532-05 
 Iraq, Mosul: entrance to the municipal camping site, with the ever-present picture of Fieldmarshal Saddam Hussein. 
 Keywords: Muslim, street scene, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia
PMR532-04 
 Iraq, Mosul: a DIY paint stall in the market. 
 Keywords: Muslim, street scene, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia, bustle, commerce, buying, selling
PMR532-03 
 Iraq, Mosul: a dress shop in the bazaar. 
 Keywords: Muslim, soukh, market, street scene, colourful, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia, commerce, buying, selling
PMR532-02 
 Iraq, Mosul: a young man selling cakes, carried on his head. 
 Keywords: Muslim, street scene, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia, bustle, commerce, buying, selling
PMR532-01 
 Iraq, Mosul: in the vegetable market. 
 Keywords: Muslim, street scene, selling, buying, commerce, bustle, Mesopotamia, natural heritage, Islam, colourful
PMR531.01 
 Iraq, Samarra: Islamic tokens of remembrance (souvenirs?) for pilgrims to the Askari Shiite Shrine. 
 Keywords: Muslim, buying, selling, street trader, Mesopotamia, Islam
PMR531-12 
 Iraq, Mosul: a street scene near the market. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia, bustle, commerce, buying, selling
PMR531-11 
 Iraq, Mosul: crooked minaret of the Nurid (Big) Mosque, built by Nuriddin Zangi in 1172 AD. 
 Keywords: architecture, bent, ancient, historic, Mesopotamia, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim
PMR531-10 
 Iraq, Mosul: ruins of Bash-Tapia fortified palace and all that remains of the city wall facing the River Tigris. 
 Keywords: architecture, defence, Muslim, Islam, Mesopotamia, natural heritage, archeology, archeological
PMR531-09 
 Iraq, Mosul: a modern mosque with minaret, seen through an arched doorway. 
 Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim
PMR531-02 
 Iraq, Samarra: Ma'shouq Palace ("Lovers' Palace") stands about 10 kilometres north-west of the town on a plateau. It was built in the 9th century by Al-Mu'tadhid before he moved to Baghdad. 
 Keywords: architecture, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia, archeology, archeological
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
PMR530-10 
 Iraq, Samarra: view of the Great Mosque, built in 852 AD, from the top of the spiral minaret (Al-Malwiya = spiral shaped). It is in the course of reconstruction. 
 Keywords: architecture, panorama, archeological, archeology, Mesopotamia, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim
PMR530-09 
 Iraq, Samarra: the spiral minaret of the Samarra Mosque, once the largest mosque in the world of Islam, rises 52 metres to a flat platform at the top. 
 Keywords: architecture, archeological, archeology, Mesopotamia, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim
PMR530-08 
 Iraq, Fortress/palace of Al-Ukhaidar: standing alone in the western desert, 48 kilometres south-west of kerbela, little is known of the builders, although thought to date from the early 8th century AD. However it stands on an important desert trade route. The entire building has recently been extensively renovated.
One of the courtyards, surrounded by arcades. 
 Keywords: architecture, fortifications, defence, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia, picturesque, archeology, archeological
PMR530-07 
 Iraq, Fortress/palace of Al-Ukhaidar: standing alone in the western desert, 48 kilometres south-west of kerbela, little is known of the builders, although thought to date from the early 8th century AD. However it stands on an important desert trade route. The entire building has recently been extensively renovated.
Courtyard from the outer wall parapet; single storey buildings provide accommodation, the state rooms being at the rear. 
 Keywords: architecture, fortifications, defence, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia, picturesque, archeology, archeological
PMR530-06 
 Iraq, Fortress/palace of Al-Ukhaidar: standing alone in the western desert, 48 kilometres south-west of kerbela, little is known of the builders, although thought to date from the early 8th century AD. However it stands on an important desert trade route. The entire building has recently been extensively renovated.
View of the fortress/palace from the road. 
 Keywords: architecture, fortifications, defence, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia, picturesque, archeology, archeological
PMR530-05 
 Iraq, Kerbela: fruit and vegetable market. Until recently, the town of Kerbela was taboo to non-Muslims. 
 Keywords: Muslim, buying, selling, trade, natural heritage, colourful, Islam
PMR530-04 
 Iraq, Kerbela: shrine of Shiite Imam Abbas, grandson of the Prophet, who, with his brother Al Hussein, was killed and martyred in a battle nearby:
street entrance to the shrine. 
 Keywords: architecture, coloured tiles, mosaics, picturesque, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Muslim
PMR530-02 
 Iraq, Kerbela: shrine of Shiite Imam Al Hussein, grandson of the Prophet, who, with his brother Abbas, was killed and martyred in a battle nearby:
view of the shrine from the main street. 
 Keywords: architecture, street scene, coloured tiles, mosaics, picturesque, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Muslim
PMR530-01 
 Iraq, Kerbela: shrine of Shiite Imam Al Hussein, grandson of the Prophet, who, with his brother Abbas, was killed and martyred in a battle nearby:
entrance to the shrine, from the courtyard. 
 Keywords: architecture, coloured tiles, mosaics, picturesque, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Muslim
PMR529-12 
 Iraq, Babylon ("Bab El" = "Gate of the Gods"): probably dating from the third millennium BC, capital of southern Mesopotamia under Hammurabi (1792-1750 BC), later the greatest city of its day under Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC):
Processional Way (original) leading under the Ishtar Gate, which would have been BASED on this structure (original is now in the Pergamon Museum, Berlin). 
 Keywords: architecture, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim, Mesopotamia
PMR529-11 
 Iraq, Babylon ("Bab El" = "Gate of the Gods"): probably dating from the third millennium BC, capital of southern Mesopotamia under Hammurabi (1792-1750 BC), later the greatest city of its day under Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC):
assumed site of the Tower of Babel, totally removed (by Alexander the Great?), and surrounded by a square ditch/moat now full of water. 
 Keywords: architecture, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim, Mesopotamia
PMR529-10 
 Iraq, Babylon ("Bab El" = "Gate of the Gods"): probably dating from the third millennium BC, capital of southern Mesopotamia under Hammurabi (1792-1750 BC), later the greatest city of its day under Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC):
reconstructed throne-room and dais in the palace of Nebuchadnezzar II. 
 Keywords: architecture, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim, Mesopotamia
PMR529-09 
 Iraq, Babylon ("Bab El" = "Gate of the Gods"): probably dating from the third millennium BC, capital of southern Mesopotamia under Hammurabi (1792-1750 BC), later the greatest city of its day under Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC):
line of the old city wall, originally 8 kilometres long, and "wide enough for two 4-horse chariots to pass" according to Herodotus. 
 Keywords: architecture, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Muslim, Mesopotamia
PMR529-08 
 Iraq, Babylon ("Bab El" = "Gate of the Gods"): probably dating from the third millennium BC, capital of southern Mesopotamia under Hammurabi (1792-1750 BC), later the greatest city of its day under Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC):
excavated ruins, with the rebuilt walls of the Processional Way in the background. 
 Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, archeology, archeological
PMR529-07 
 Iraq, Babylon ("Bab El" = "Gate of the Gods"): probably dating from the third millennium BC, capital of southern Mesopotamia under Hammurabi (1792-1750 BC), later the greatest city of its day under Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC):
the Lion of Babylon (head missing), sculpted from basalt, devouring a person; this animal is the symbol of the goddess "Ishtar", who would have been riding the lion. 
 Keywords: architecture, sculpture, statue, monument, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim, Mesopotamia
PMR529-06 
 Iraq, Babylon ("Bab El" = "Gate of the Gods"): probably dating from the third millennium BC, capital of southern Mesopotamia under Hammurabi (1792-1750 BC), later the greatest city of its day under Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC):
the Processional Way, walls reconstructed, roadway original, looking north, out of the city. 
 Keywords: architecture, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Muslim, Mesopotamia
PMR529-05 
 Iraq, Babylon ("Bab El" = "Gate of the Gods"): probably dating from the third millennium BC, capital of southern Mesopotamia under Hammurabi (1792-1750 BC), later the greatest city of its day under Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC):
original walls of the Processional Way, with dragons (symbol of City God "Marduk") and bulls (symbol of Storm God "Adad") 
 Keywords: architecture, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Muslim, Mesopotamia
PMR529-04 
 Iraq, Babylon ("Bab El" = "Gate of the Gods"): probably dating from the third millennium BC, capital of southern Mesopotamia under Hammurabi (1792-1750 BC), later the greatest city of its day under Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC):
reconstructed gates and successive courtyards of the palace of Nebuchadnezzar II. 
 Keywords: architecture, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Muslim, Mesopotamia
PMR529-03 
 Iraq, Babylon ("Bab El" = "Gate of the Gods"): probably dating from the third millennium BC, capital of southern Mesopotamia under Hammurabi (1792-1750 BC), later the greatest city of its day under Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC):
tourist map of Irag in the reconstructed palace. 
 Keywords: natural heritage, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam, colourful
PMR529-02 
 Iraq, Babylon ("Bab El" = "Gate of the Gods"): probably dating from the third millennium BC, capital of southern Mesopotamia under Hammurabi (1792-1750 BC), later the greatest city of its day under Nebuchadnezzar II (604-562 BC):
loose reconstruction of the Ishtar Gate (the original is in the Pergamon Museum in Berlin). 
 Keywords: architecture, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Muslim, Mesopotamia
PMR529-01 
 Iraq, Najaf: souvenirs for sale to pilgrims to the mausoleum of Imam Ali (a Shiite shrine), including "the hand of Fatima", daughter of the Prophet. 
 Keywords: Mesopotamia, ceramics, Muslim, Islam, colourful
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
PMR528-11 
 Iraq, Najaf: mausoleum of the Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib, nephew of the Prophet:
main entrance to the shrine from the street. 
 Keywords: architecture, coloured tiles, mosque, mosaics, Muslim, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque, historic, Mesopotamia
PMR528-10 
 Iraq, Najaf: mausoleum of the Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib, nephew of the Prophet:
two storeys of exquisitely decorated alcoves for the use of pilgrims, surround the courtyard. 
 Keywords: architecture, coloured tiles, mosque, mosaics, Muslim, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque, historic, Mesopotamia
PMR528-09 
 Iraq, Najaf: mausoleum of the Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib, nephew of the Prophet:
entrance arch, viewed from the inner courtyard. 
 Keywords: architecture, coloured tiles, mosque, mosaics, Muslim, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque, historic, Mesopotamia
PMR528-08 
 Iraq, Najaf: luxuriant vegetation and plantations of date palms on the River Euphrates. 
 Keywords: picturesque, biotope, botanical, botany, landscape, Muslim, Islam
PMR528-07 
 Iraq: Uruk, the city which succeeded Ur and was continuously inhabited from about 4000 BC until 500 AD, where the first writing system (cuneiform) was developed. The 9.5-kilometre-long city wall was built by King Gilgamesh and described in his Epic:
examples of the coloured, baked-clay cones which were pressed into the soft clay of the walls during building to form mosaic designs. 
 Keywords: Mesopotamia, historical, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim, ruined city, desert
PMR528-06 
 Iraq: Uruk, the city which succeeded Ur and was continuously inhabited from about 4000 BC until 500 AD, where the first writing system (cuneiform) was developed. The 9.5-kilometre-long city wall was built by King Gilgamesh and described in his Epic:
partially reconstructed temple with sanctuary well protected from outside eyes. 
 Keywords: Mesopotamia, desert, ruined city, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical
PMR528-05 
 Iraq: Uruk, the city which succeeded Ur and was continuously inhabited from about 4000 BC until 500 AD, where the first writing system (cuneiform) was developed. The 9.5-kilometre-long city wall was built by King Gilgamesh and described in his Epic:
part of the facade of a more recent temple, decorated with blue ceramic tiles, from about 110 AD. 
 Keywords: Mesopotamia, desert, ruined city, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical
PMR528-04 
 Iraq: Uruk, the city which succeeded Ur and was continuously inhabited from about 4000 BC until 500 AD, where the first writing system (cuneiform) was developed. The 9.5-kilometre-long city wall was built by King Gilgamesh and described in his Epic:
view of the ziggurat, built of unbaked mud bricks and thus very weathered. 
 Keywords: Mesopotamia, desert, ruined city, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical
PMR528-03 
 Iraq: Uruk, the city which succeeded Ur and was continuously inhabited from about 4000 BC until 500 AD, where the first writing system (cuneiform) was developed. The 9.5-kilometre-long city wall was built by King Gilgamesh and described in his Epic:
view of the excavations from the ziggurat, with the desert behind stretching through Saudi Arabia. 
 Keywords: Mesopotamia, desert, ruined city, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical
PMR528-02 
 Iraq: reed house, as used by the marsh arabs of Shatt-Al-Arab, in a group of date palms. Rotel parked to left. 
 Keywords: traditional houses, Mesopotamia, dwelling, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage
PMR528-01 
 Iraq: reed house, as used by the marsh arabs of Shatt-Al-Arab. 
 Keywords: traditional houses, Mesopotamia, dwelling, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage
PMR527-05 
 Iraq: part of a modern Iraqi mud-built village - a group of youngsters, just returned from school. 
 Keywords: street scene, Mesopotamia, traditional houses, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim, dwellings, homes, mud-houses, schoolboys, scholars
PMR527-04 
 Iraq: part of a modern Iraqi mud-built village, with donkey and dung-heap, for making fuel cakes. 
 Keywords: street scene, Mesopotamia, traditional houses, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim, dwellings, homes, mud-houses
PMR527-03 
 Iraq: part of a modern Iraqi mud-built village, with one of the families in front of the house. 
 Keywords: street scene, Mesopotamia, traditional houses, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim, dwellings, homes, mud-houses
PMR527-02 
 Iraq: part of a modern Iraqi mud-built village. 
 Keywords: street scene, Mesopotamia, traditional houses, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim, dwellings, homes, mud-houses
PMR527-01 
 Iraq, Ctesiphon: the ruins of this city, 30 kilometres northwest of Baghdad, date back to the 2nd century BC, but include this enormous vaulted roof, or "evan", 37 metres high and 25.5 metres wide, built without scaffolding in the third century AD. It is the largest vault known to antiquity. View from the side, showing the leaning facade, saved by a buttress. The subsidence is due to the high water table in this area. 
 Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, historic, archeological, archeology, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage
PMR526-12 
 Iraq, Ctesiphon: the ruins of this city, 30 kilometres northwest of Baghdad, date back to the 2nd century BC, but include this enormous vaulted roof, or "evan", 37 metres high and 25.5 metres wide, built without scaffolding in the third century AD. It is the largest vault known to antiquity. The arch reflected in a pool of water. 
 Keywords: Muslim, archeological, archeology, historic, architecture, picturesque, natural heritage, Islam, Mesopotamia
PMR526-11 
 Iraq, Ctesiphon: the ruins of this city, 30 kilometres northwest of Baghdad, date back to the 2nd century BC, but include this enormous vaulted roof, or "evan", 37 metres high and 25.5 metres wide, built without scaffolding in the third century AD. It is the largest vault known to antiquity. 
 Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim, historic, Archeology, archeological
PMR526-10 
 Iraq: Khadimain Shrine, near Baghdad, was founded in 1515; two Shiite Imams, Musa Al-Khadim and Mohamed Al-Jawad, are buried here: main gateway and clocktower from the street. 
 Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, picturesque, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Muslim, mosaics, mosque
PMR526-09 
 Iraq: Khadimain Shrine, near Baghdad, was founded in 1515; two Shiite Imams, Musa Al-Khadim and Mohamed Al-Jawad, are buried here: one of the alcoves with colourfully ornate tiling, which surround the courtyard, for the accommodation of pilgrims. 
 Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, mosque, mosaics, Muslim, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque
PMR526-08 
 Iraq: Khadimain Shrine, near Baghdad, was founded in 1515; two Shiite Imams, Musa Al-Khadim and Mohamed Al-Jawad, are buried here: pilgrims in the courtyard. 
 Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, mosque, mosaics, Muslim, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque
PMR526-07 
 Iraq: Khadimain Shrine, near Baghdad, was founded in 1515; two Shiite Imams, Musa Al-Khadim and Mohamed Al-Jawad, are buried here: the richly ornamented entrance to the shrine itself, taboo to non-believers. 
 Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, mosque, mosaics, Muslim, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque
PMR526-06 
 Iraq: Khadimain Shrine, near Baghdad, was founded in 1515; two Shiite Imams, Musa Al-Khadim and Mohamed Al-Jawad, are buried here: the shrine with portico and two of the four gilded minarets. 
 Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, historic, mosque, mosaics, Muslim, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque
PMR526-05 
 Iraq: Khadimain Shrine, near Baghdad, was founded in 1515; two Shiite Imams, Musa Al-Khadim and Mohamed Al-Jawad, are buried here: the entrance gateway, from the inner courtyard. 
 Keywords: architecture, mosque, mosaics, Muslim, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque, historic, Mesopotamia
PMR131K-21 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: model of a traditional dhow, in a roadside pool, with simulated bow-wave. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-20 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Al Fahidi Fort, built in 1787, the oldest building in Dubai and now housing a museum, is home to dozens of nesting Pallid Swifts. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-19 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: "triumphal arch" modern office block. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
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
PMR131K-15 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: King Rameses II, Anubis, a pair of obelisks and a pyramid - Egyptian-themed architecture in Wafi Shopping Mall, Bur Dubai. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-14 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Arab Hotel, reflected in the lagoon of Souk Madinat, Jumeirah. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-13 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: quayside with palm trees and traditional water crafr, all constructed for Souk Madinat, Jumeirah. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-12 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: a row of columns with lotus capitals - Egyptian-themed architecture in Wafi Shopping Mall, Bur Dubai. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR131K-11 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: King Rameses II and a pair of obelisks - Egyptian-themed architecture in Wafi Shopping Mall, Bur Dubai. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-10 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: the pyramid-shaped Raffles Hotel in the Wafi City complex. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-09 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, after dark, with the "Dancing Fountains" programme in full swing; from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR131K-08 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, after dark, with the "Dancing Fountains" programme in full swing; from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR131K-07 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, late afternoon, with the "Dancing Fountains" programme just beginning; from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-06 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, late afternoon, with the "Dancing Fountains" programme just beginning; from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-05 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, late afternoon, with the "Dancing Fountains" programme just beginning; from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR131K-04 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: reflections of the city panorama in the glass facade from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-03 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: lace-like, concrete, load-bearing shell of the 22-storey O14 Tower (centre) in the new Business Bay on Dubai Creek, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-02 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: reminiscent of a 1950s juke box, the blue and red Al Meraikhi Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR131K-01 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Al Murooj Rotana Hotel complex from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR130K-36 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: new twin-tower high-rise development in Za'Abeel, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-35 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: swimming pool area of Burj Dubai Lake Hotel, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR130K-34 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: skyscrapers on Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Safa Street interchange and Al Murooj Hotel complex, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high, late afternoon. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-33 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, morning, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR130K-32 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: residential blocks with swimming pool, adjacent to Burj Dubai Lake, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR130K-31 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: new high.rise developments in Za'Abeel, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR130K-30 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: new high-rise developments in Za'Abeel, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR130K-29 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: skyscrapers on Sheikh Zayed Road with the Al Safa Street interchange, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high, around midday. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR130K-28 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: the twin Emaar Towers from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-27 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Dusit Thani Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. It has traditional Thai decor inside. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-26 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: skyscrapers on Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Safa Street interchange and Al Murooj Hotel complex, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-25 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-24 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake with its traditional style bridge reflected in the waters. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-23 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: the twin Emaar Towers at Burj Dubai. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-21 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Khalifa, the world's highest building (828 metres overall), opened to the public on 4th January 2010. It has 163 usable floors. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR130K-20 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake Promenade, with the lake and base of Burj Khalifa. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-19 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake Promenade, with a row of futuristic lamp posts in front of the apartments. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-18 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake Promenade, with the Lake Hotel in the background. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-17 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: high-rise buildings in Za'Abeel, from the bus on Sheikh Zayed Road. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR130K-16 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: high-rise buildings in Za'Abeel, near Burj Dubai, with an unusual pedestrian bridge. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-25 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: hotels and apartment blocks with colourful bougainvillea shrubs in their gardens, fronting on to the lake in the Burj Khalifa development. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-24 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Khalifa, the world's highest building (830m. overall) opened on 4th January 2010, has 163 usable floors. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-23 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: hotels and apartment blocks with gardens overlooking the lake in the Burj Dubai development. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-22 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: footbridge over the lake in the Burj Dubai development, with high-rise blocks behind. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-21 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: velvet lawn, with lake and hotels in the Burj Dubai development, with high-rise apartment blocks nearing completion in the background. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-20 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: luxury hotels and apartments across the lake with the "dancing fountains" (not active) in the Burj Dubai development. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-19 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake Hotel, from the large, central lake. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-18 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: administrative buildings on the Deira side of Dubai Creek, from the deck of a dhow cruise boat. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR123K-17 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: view of Dubai Creek from the deck of a dhow cruise boat. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-16 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: an "abra" (water taxi), the easiest way of crossing the creek between Deira and Bur Dubai. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-15 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: an "abra" (water taxi), the easiest way of crossing the creek between Deira and Bur Dubai. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-14 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Twin Towers Shopping Mall, on the Deira side of Dubai Creek, specialises in oriental carpets. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-13 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: left to right, Etisalat Building, Dubai Municipality Building, Sheraton Hotel, Department of Tourism Building, and Chamber of Commerce, on Dubai Creek. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-12 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: produce, unloaded from trading dhows, piled up on the quayside seemingly without security problems. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-11 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: dhows line the quayside at Baniyas Road, Deira, ready to take visitors on tours of Dubai Creek. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-10 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Queen Elizabeth II, ex Cunard liner, awaits refurbishment as a luxury hotel. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-09 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Al Fahidi Fort, built in 1878, is the oldest extant building in Dubai, and now houses the Dubai Museum. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-08 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: traditional arab dhow, preserved on a plinth near Al Fahidi Fort (Dubai Museum). 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-07 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: pool and beach of the "Atlantis on the Palm", hotel, shopping and entertainment sentre, resort. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR123K-06 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: view of the 321-metre-high Burj al Arab luxury hotel over an arm of the Palm-Jumeirah development. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-05 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: low-rise housing on one of the arms of the Palm-Jumeirah development, with skyscrapers on the mainland in the background. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-04 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: one of the undeveloped arms of the Palm-Jumeirah development. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR123K-03 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: occupied apartment blocks adjoining the Palm-Jumeirah monorail, on the "trunk" of the palm. 
 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
PMR123K-01 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: the causeway from the Palm-Jumeirah development, with new multi-storey blocks on the mainland. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR122K-36 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: view of the Burj al Arab luxury hotel from the monorail Gateway Station. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR122K-35 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: skyscrapers near the monorail Gateway Station. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR122K-34 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: the 321-metre-high Burj al Arab luxury hotel on its island, designed to resemble a billowing sail, with helicopter landing pads at the top. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
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
PMR122K-32 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: the Palm-Jumeirah monorail on the straight "trunk" of the palm tree with occupied apartment blocks on both sides. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR122K-31 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: the Palm-Jumerah monorail crosses the water from Atlantis to the mainland on a raised concrete track. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR122K-29 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: "Atlantis on the Palm" resort, hotel, shopping and entertainment centre at the outer edge of Palm-Jumeirah. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR122K-28 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: skyscrapers lining Sheikh Zayed Road, with Flame of the Forest/Poinciana/Flamboyant trees ( Delonix regia) in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR122K-27 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Egptian-themed architecture in the Wafi Mall, opened in 2001, which contains over 200 stores, restaurants etc. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR122K-26 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Egptian-themed architecture in the Wafi Mall, opened in 2001, which contains over 200 stores, restaurants etc. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR121K-09 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view of the courtyard through marble columns inlaid with semi-precious stones with gold capitals. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture
PMR121K-08 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: a blue-tiled reflecting pool surrounds the outer courtyard columns. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR121K-07 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: rear gallery of the courtyard, with its twin corner minarets,107 metres high. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture
PMR121K-06 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: hand-made polychrome ceramic tiled "Iznik" panel with a floral motif. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture
PMR121K-05 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: hand-made polychrome ceramic tiled "Iznik" panel with a floral motif. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture
PMR121K-04 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: gallery on one side of the courtyard, with endless rows of marble columns, inlaid with semi-precious stones. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR121K-03 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: closer view of the floral inlay work of semi-precious stones. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR121K-02 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: the courtyard, with surrounding marble columns inlaid with semi-precious stones, and Moorish arches. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR121K-01 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: the main courtyard (17,000 square metres) is inlaid with floral designs. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR120K-36 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: view of a mosque and the RBS Building (right) from the eighth-floor window of the International Rotana Inn. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-35 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: the cannon in Al Ettihad Square, with the curving glass facade of the Marks and Spencer Building and Etisalat Building, surmounted by a ball. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-34 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Al Ettihad Square, with its oversize symbols of arab life and history. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-33 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: the "Women's Mosque" and minaret in Markaziyah Park and Gardens. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-32 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Flame of the Forest/Poinciana/Flamboyant trees (Delonix regia) in Markaziyah Park and Gardens, with its fountains. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-31 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Flame of the Forest/Poinciana/Flamboyant trees (Delonix regia) in Markaziyah Park and Gardens. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-30 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: lake with fountain in Markaziyah Park and Gardens, with modern tower blocks in the Al Hosn district in the background. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR120K-29 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: a pair of dhows heading for the gulf under engine power. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-28 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Corniche Road West with the ADCO Building. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-27 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: the beach adjoining Corniche Road West. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-26 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: city skyline from Markaziyah Park and Gardens, with Hilton Baynunah Hotel. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-25 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: some of the striking multi-storey blocks on the palm-lined Corniche Road. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-24 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: domed mosque with skyscrapers in the background, including Etisalat Building, surmounted with a ball. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-23 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: minaret of a mosque and a colourful modern multi-storey block. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-22 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Etisalat Building, crowned with a ball, on Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed al Maktoum Street, Marks and Spencer Building behind with the curving glass facade. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR120K-21 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: giant cannon in Al Ettihad Square. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-20 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Al Ettihad Square, with its oversize symbols of arab life and history - the coffee pot in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-19 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: park and skyscrapers from the Corniche Road. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
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
PMR120K-17 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Monument comprising oversize reproductions of traditional arab flasks. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-16 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: the Iranian Market, where imported consumer goods from Iran may be purchased directly from the quay. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-15 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: "Dhow Sail" monument, on a traffic island in the city. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-14 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: the spectacular, newly completed, 5-star Yas Hotel, on Yas Island, is sited adjacent to the new motor racing circuit. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-13 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR120K-12 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR120K-11 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR120K-10 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view of the facade and main entrance. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR120K-09 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR120K-08 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture
PMR120K-07 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR120K-06 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: a pair of moored dhows, with the city skyline in the background. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-05 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: a fort inside the Heritage Centre, which displays buildings and scenes of the former everyday life of the Bedouin. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR120K-04 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Marina, with Breakwater, domed theatre and the one-time world's tallest unsupported flagpole, seen from Marina Mall. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-03 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: view from Sky Tower, Marina Mall, of the approach causeway and a new multi-storey block nearing completion. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-02 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: view from the Sky Tower, Marina Mall, of the luxurious Emirates Palace Hotel, which cost over US$3 billion to build. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR120K-01 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: the skyline from Sky Tower, Marina Mall, with domed theatre, Heritage Centre and flagpole on the landspit beyond the harbour. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR118K-32 
 Jordan: Amman, built on the site of the Roman city of Philadelphia, was originally the Ammonite city of "Rabbath-Ammon" in the 13th century BC. The Roman Temple of Hercules (2nd century AD) on the Citadel (Jebel Al Qala'a). 
 Keywords: Muslim, archeological excavations, ruins, Islam, Islamic, capital city, metropolis, architecture, Roman architecture, Philadelphia
PMR118K-31 
 Jordan: Amman, built on the site of the Roman city of Philadelphia, was originally the Ammonite city of "Rabbath-Ammon" in the 13th century BC. Modern sculptures and a classical column on the Citadel, with the modern city behind. 
 Keywords: Muslim, archeological excavations, ruins, Islam, Islamic, capital city, metropolis, architecture, Roman architecture, Philadelphia
PMR118K-30 
 Jordan: Amman, built on the site of the Roman city of Philadelphia, was originally the Ammonite city of "Rabbath-Ammon" in the 13th century BC. Shops and the sprawl of the modern city of 2.5 million inhabitants, seen from the Citadel. 
 Keywords: Muslim, archeological excavations, ruins, Islam, Islamic, capital city, metropolis, architecture, Roman architecture, Philadelphia
PMR118K-29 
 Jordan: Amman, built on the site of the Roman city of Philadelphia. A huge Jordanian flag, seen from the Citadel. Amman was the Ammonite city of "Rabbath-Ammon" in the 13th century BC. 
 Keywords: Muslim, archeological excavations, ruins, Islam, Islamic, capital city, metropolis, architecture, Roman architecture, Philadelphia
PMR118K-28 
 Jordan: Amman, built on the site of the Roman city of Philadelphia. The Umayyad Palace, built on the Citadel Hill about 720 AD, showing the domed Audience Hall. Amman was the Ammonite city of "Rabbath-Ammon" in the 13th century BC. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Philadelphia, Roman architecture, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Islamic, Islam, ruins, archeological excavations
PMR118K-27 
 Jordan: Amman, built on the site of the Roman city of Philadelphia. The scant remains of the Temple of Hercules (2nd century AD) on the Citadel (Jebel Al Qala'a). Amman was the Ammonite city of "Rabbath-Ammon" in the 13th century BC. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Philadelphia, Roman architecture, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Islamic, Islam, ruins, archeological excavations
PMR118K-26 
 Jordan: Amman, built on the site of the Roman city of Philadelphia. View of the Roman Theatre and Hashemite Square (due for redevelopment), from the Citadel. Amman was the Ammonite city of "Rabbath-Ammon" in the 13th century BC. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Philadelphia, Roman architecture, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Islamic, Islam, ruins, archeological excavations
PMR118K-25 
 Jordan: Amman, built on the site of the Roman city of Philadelphia. The restored Roman Theatre, built about 150 AD, seats 6000 spectators. View from the Citadel. Amman was the Ammonite city of "Rabbath-Ammon" in the 13th century BC. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Philadelphia, Roman architecture, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Islamic, Islam, ruins, archeological excavations
PMR117K-20 
 Jordan, Al-Karak: the Crusader castle built by Baldwin I of Jerusalem in 1142 AD, which was beseiged and taken by Saladin in 1183. View along the formidable defence walls and extensive "glacis", which prevented attackers from climbing up. 
 Keywords: picturesque, desert, Muslim, Islamic, national heritage, historic, defensive, fortifications, fortress
PMR117K-19 
 Jordan, Al-Karak: the Crusader castle built by Baldwin I of Jerusalem in 1142 AD, which was beseiged and taken by Saladin in 1183. View of the main road and the upper town, from the castle ramparts, showing the defensive "glacis" (slope) to prevent attackers from climbing up. 
 Keywords: picturesque, desert, Muslim, Islamic, national heritage, historic, defensive, fortifications, fortress
PMR117K-18 
 Jordan, Al-Karak: flowers of Pink Viper's Grass (Scorzonera papposa) growing on the castle ramparts. 
 Keywords: picturesque, fortress, fortifications, defensive, historic, national heritage, Islamic, Muslim, desert, flora, botany
PMR117K-17 
 Jordan, Al-Karak: the Crusader castle built by Baldwin I of Jerusalem in 1142 AD, which was beseiged and taken by Saladin in 1183. View from the battlements of the surrounding countryside and cultivated fields. 
 Keywords: picturesque, fortress, fortifications, defensive, historic, national heritage, Islamic, Muslim, desert
PMR117K-16 
 Jordan, Al-Karak: the Crusader castle built by Baldwin I of Jerusalem in 1142 AD, which was beseiged and taken by Saladin in 1183. 
 Keywords: picturesque, fortress, fortifications, defensive, historic, national heritage, Islamic, Muslim, desert
PMR116K-34 
 Jordan, As-Shobak: Shobak Castle, built by Crusader King Baldwin I in 1115, fell to Saladin in 1189 after an 18-month siege. One of the defence towers, with a view of the surrounding landscape. 
 Keywords: picturesque, fortress, fortifications, defensive, historic, national heritage, Islamic, Muslim, desert
PMR116K-33 
 Jordan, As-Shobak: Shobak Castle, built by Crusader King Baldwin I in 1115, fell to Saladin in 1189 after an 18-month siege. 
 Keywords: picturesque, fortress, fortifications, defensive, historic, national heritage, Islamic, Muslim, desert
PMR116K-32 
 Jordan, As-Shobak: a village of adobe houses in the wadi blends into its background. 
 Keywords: geology, community, Islamic, Muslim, picturesque, rock formations, desert
PMR116K-31 
 Jordan, As-Shobak: strikingly eroded sandstone landscape, near Shobak Castle. 
 Keywords: geology, desert, Islamic, Muslim, rock formations, picturesque
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
PMR091K-31 
 Macedonia, Bitola: Isaac Beg Mosque, with its 45-metre minaret, was commissioned by Isaac Chelebi Ibn Asa in 1508, and is set in well tended flower gardens. 
 Keywords: Yugoslavia, picturesque, national heritage, historic, minaret, Islam, Muslim
PMR091K-30 
 Macedonia, Bitola: Isaac Beg Mosque, with its 45-metre minaret, was commissioned by Isaac Chelebi Ibn Asa in 1508, and is set in well tended flower gardens. 
 Keywords: Yugoslavia, picturesque, national heritage, historic, minaret, Islam, Muslim
PMR091K-17 
 Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by an earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. Isa Beu Mosque and Medrese (religious university), founded in 1440. 
 Keywords: historic, medrasa, minaret, Muslim, Islam, picturesque, national heritage
PMR091K-09 
 Macedonia, Tetovo: Arabati Baba Tekke, a Bekteshi Dervish prayer hall built by Redzep Pasha in the 18th century, in its well-tended gardens. 
 Keywords: historic, Muslim, Islam, minaret, mosque, Yugoslavia, national heritage
PMR090K-14 
 Albania, Berat: Ottoman houses mounting the hillside give the town its pseudonym "town of a thousand windows". In the 6th century BC it was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: the 16th century "Leaden Mosque" (Xhamie e Plumbit), so called after the lead-coated domes of the roof. 
 Keywords: Shqiperia, Muslim, Islam, minaret, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, architecture
PMR090K-12 
 Albania, Berat: Ottoman houses mounting the hillside give the town its pseudonym "town of a thousand windows". In the 6th century BC it was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: Helveti-teqe (prayer hall) of the Bekteshi Dervish order, built in 1782. 
 Keywords: Shqiperia, Muslim, Islam, Ottoman, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, architecture
PMR090K-11 
 Albania, Berat: Ottoman houses mounting the hillside give the town its pseudonym "town of a thousand windows". In the 6th century BC it was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: Helveti-teqe (prayer hall) of the Bekteshi Dervish order, built in 1782, and local inhabitant. 
 Keywords: Shqiperia, Muslim, Islam, architecture, Turkish houses, historic town, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Ottoman
PMR089K-34 
 Albania, Durres: Sheshi i Lirise (the main square) and the Great Mosque. 
 Keywords: Shqiperia, Muslim, Islam, minaret, mosque, architecture
PMR088K-05 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina: notice reading "Welcome to Republic of Srpska" (Serbia) south of Trebinje, an area occupied chiefly by Serbs. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque, Yugoslavia
PMR088K-02 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Trebinje: River Trebisnijica and the Stone Bridge and mountains, looking north. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque, Yugoslavia
PMR088K-01 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Trebinje: fortified wall of the Stari Grad (old town), viewed from the town park. 
 Keywords: Islam, Yugoslavia, picturesque, national heritage, historic, Ottoman, Bosniaks, Muslim
PMR087K-36 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Trebinje: the road from Sarajevo drops down revealing Trebinje spread out below. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque, panorama
PMR087K-35 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bileca: azure-blue Bilecko jez (lake), about 15 kilometres north of Trebinje. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque
PMR087K-34 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo: the Latin Bridge over the River Miljacka where Archduke Ferdinand was assassinated in 1914, plunging the world into war. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque, momentous events
PMR087K-33 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo: the bridge over the River Miljacka reflected in the water, looking towards Zmajevac. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque
PMR087K-32 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo: the sebilj (fountain) in "Pigeon Square" is the centre of old Sarajevo. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque, minaret, mosque
PMR087K-31 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo: bazaar area with numerous cafés and the Bascarsija Mosque. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque, minaret
PMR087K-30 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo: typical cobbled street in the old Ottoman Bascarsija quarter 
 Keywords: Islam, picturesque, national heritage, historic, Ottoman, Bosniaks, Muslim
PMR087K-29 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Blagaj: the River Buna, gushing from an underground "karst system", is a popular outing for residents of Mostar, 15 kilometres away. 
 Keywords: Islam, picturesque, national heritage, historic, Ottoman, Bosniaks, Muslim
PMR087K-28 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mostar: some of the damaged buildings are still empty shells, waiting to be rebuilt. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque, war damage
PMR087K-27 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mostar: the old Turkish bridge (Stari Most) spanning the Neretva River, destroyed on 9th November 1993 by shellfire, has been rebuilt and was reopened in July 2004. View from the Ottoman quarter, showing the bridge towers "Tara" (left) and "Helebija" (right). 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque
PMR087K-26 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mostar: Kujundziluk cobbled old town got its name from "kujunzije" (copper smith). 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque, mosque, minaret
PMR087K-25 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mostar: the River Neretva with the Koski Mehmet Pasa Mosque and the old Ottoman quarter. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque, minaret
PMR087K-24 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mostar: the new road bridge over the River Neretva, downstream fro the Stari Most. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque
PMR087K-23 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mostar: the old Turkish bridge (Stari Most) spanning the Neretva River, destroyed on 9th November 1993 by shellfire, has been rebuilt and was reopened in July 2004. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque
PMR087K-22 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mostar: the old Turkish bridge (Stari Most) spanning the Neretva River, destroyed on 9th November 1993 by shellfire, has been rebuilt and was reopened in July 2004. A young man plunging from the parapet into the river for the spectators. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque, daring, high diving
PMR087K-21 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mostar: many of the old stone houses have new roofs after shell damage 1992-5. 
 Keywords: Islam, picturesque, national heritage, historic, Ottoman, Bosniaks, Muslim
PMR087K-20 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mostar: shops and cafés in restored Ottoman houses are attracting tourists again after the fighting of 1992-5. 
 Keywords: Islam, minaret, mosque, picturesque, national heritage, historic, Ottoman, Bosniaks, Muslim
PMR082K-01 
 Tunisia, Port el Kantaoui: The harbour, with "pirate boat" for marine excursions for tourists and reflections in the water. 
 Keywords: Islamic, swim, sunshine, relax, holidays, Maghreb, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque, port
PMR081K-36 
 Tunisia, Port el Kantaoui: A yacht leaving the marina. 
 Keywords: Islamic, swim, sunshine, relax, holidays, Maghreb, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque, port, harbour
PMR081K-35 
 Tunisia, Port el Kantaoui: Encounter on the beach: four cats with English visitors. 
 Keywords: Islamic, animal meeting, holidaymakers, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, Maghreb, holidays, relax, sunshine, swim
PMR081K-34 
 Tunisia, Port el Kantaoui: Swimming Pool of the Hotel Golf Residence, surrounded by palm trees. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, Maghreb, holidays, relax, sunshine, swim
PMR081K-33 
 Tunisia, Park National de l'Ichkeul: Dramatic evening sky, with reflections in a stream. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, Maghreb, moods of nature, evening
PMR081K-32 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. The steel bridge carrying the main road to Tunis across the channel. 
 Keywords: Islamic, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR081K-31 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. A modern mosque with octagonal minaret. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb, modern architecture
PMR081K-30 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. Freighters moored along the docks, waiting to unload cargo. 
 Keywords: Islamic, cranes, dockside, port, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR081K-29 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. The attractive quayside avenue (Quai Tarik ibn Ziad), studded with palms, overlooks the channel. 
 Keywords: Islamic, port, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR081K-28 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. View of the colourful fishing boats and reflections of the quayside buildings. 
 Keywords: Islamic, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR081K-27 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. View of the colourful fishing boats and reflections of the quayside buildings, with the Kasbah (17th century) in the background. 
 Keywords: Islamic, port, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR081K-26 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. A group of Tunisian men, two wearing traditional Sheshiya headgear, at a cafe table. 
 Keywords: Islamic, national dress, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR081K-25 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. View of the colourful fishing boats and reflections of the quayside buildings, with the walls of the Kasbah (17th century) in the background. 
 Keywords: Islamic, port, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR081K-24 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. View of the colourful fishing boats and reflections of the quayside buildings. 
 Keywords: Islamic, port, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR081K-16 
 Tunisia: Sidi Bou Said, the famous blue and white town, beloved of artists, where Klee, Macke and Moilliet sojourned in 1914. View from a roof terrace of some of the dazzling, white buildings. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb, architecture
PMR081K-15 
 Tunisia: Sidi Bou Said, the famous blue and white town, beloved of artists, where Klee, Macke and Moilliet sojourned in 1914. View from a roof terrace, looking down on the narrow main street. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb, architecture
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
PMR081K-12 
 Tunisia, Sousse: The octagonal minaret of Zaouia Zakkak mosque and medrasa in the medina, dating from the Osman period. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb, medina
PMR081K-11 
 Tunisia, Sousse: The Kasbah (859 AD) now houses the Archeological Museum with a fine collection of Roman mosaics. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR081K-10 
 Tunisia, Sousse: Lookout tower of the Ribat, dating from about 800 AD, with a display of ceramics in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb, medina
PMR081K-09 
 Tunisia, Sousse: Fountain in the medina, with the walls of the Grande Mosque behind. 
 Keywords: Islamic, medina, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR081K-08 
 Tunisia, Monastir: View of the Grande Mosque with minaret from the walls of the Ribat, with palm gardens in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR081K-07 
 Tunisia, Monastir: The twin towers of the Bourguiba Mausoleum and surrounding burial ground, with the walls of the Ribat in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb, cemetery, graves
PMR081K-06 
 Tunisia, Monastir: The Palm-lined promenade and beach with the Ilots des Pigeons in the distance. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR081K-05 
 Tunisia, Monastir: View of the yacht harbour from the walls of the Ribat, with the ruins of Sidi Ghedamsi visible on the island. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR081K-04 
 Tunisia, Monastir: Cacti in troughs along the wall of the causeway enclosing the harbour. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR081K-03 
 Tunisia, Monastir: The marina and yacht harbour. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, Maghreb, port
PMR081K-02 
 Tunisia, Monastir: View of the Ribat from the seeward side, with promenade and mermaid fountain. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb, fortress, castle
PMR081K-01 
 Tunisia, Monastir: The mighty Ribat, built in 796 by Harthama Ben Ayan, is the oldest in North Africa. 
 Keywords: Islamic, castle, fortress, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR080K-36 
 Tunisia, Monastir: Mausoleum of the first president of Tunisia, Habib Bourguiba, born in Monastir, who died on 6th April 2000, aged 96. He was in office from 1957 to 1987. The mausoleum was built in 1963. Portico and wrought iron gates to one of the side entrances. 
 Keywords: Islamic, arches, arch, column, cupola, dome, architecture, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR080K-35 
 Tunisia, Monastir: Mausoleum of the first president of Tunisia, Habib Bourguiba, born in Monastir, who died on 6th April 2000, aged 96. He was in office from 1957 to 1987. The mausoleum was built in 1963. Courtyard and portico, showing some of the faience decoration. 
 Keywords: Islamic, arches, columns, cupola, dome, architecture, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR080K-34 
 Tunisia, Monastir: Mausoleum of the first president of Tunisia, Habib Bourguiba, born in Monastir, who died on 6th April 2000, aged 96. He was in office from 1957 to 1987. The mausoleum was built in 1963. Main entrance, with dome, surmounting the memorial hall. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb, architecture, dome, cupola
PMR080K-33 
 Tunisia, Monastir: The Grande Mosque with minaret dates back to the 9th century. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR080K-32 
 Tunisia, Monastir: The ubiquitous picture of President Zine el-Abidine Ben Ali, in power since 1987, belies his age of 72. 
 Keywords: Islamic, Muslim, Mohamed, Maghreb, leader, head of state
PMR080K-31 
 Tunisia, Monastir: A lookout tower marks the seaward end of the southern wall of the medina. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb, mud-brick buildings, medina
PMR080K-30 
 Tunisia, Monastir: Bab Brikcha, the gate to the medina, complete with cannons. 
 Keywords: Islamic, medina, mud-brick buildings, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR080K-29 
 Tunisia: Tamerza, an abandoned Berber oasis village on the edge of the desert, the former Roman outpost "Ad Turres", boasts an 8-metre high waterfall. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, picturesque, Sahara desert
PMR080K-28 
 Tunisia: Chebika, an abandoned Berber oasis village on the edge of the desert, the former Roman outpost "Ad Speculam". The inhabitants now live in a new village, but return to harvest the date palms. The area is a rich source of minerals for collectors. Here: geodes or druses, lined with quartz crystals, on offer for modest sums. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, geode, druse, geology, nodule
PMR080K-27 
 Tunisia: Chebika, an abandoned Berber oasis village on the edge of the desert, the former Roman outpost "Ad Speculam". The inhabitants now live in a new village, but return to harvest the date palms. Brightly coloured Berber rugs and carpets can be purchased at this shop, as displayed. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque, mud-brick buildings
PMR080K-26 
 Tunisia: Chebika, an abandoned Berber oasis village on the edge of the desert, the former Roman outpost "Ad Speculam". The inhabitants now live in a new village, but return to harvest the date palms. Stone sculpture of a Steinbock/Moufflon/Muffelschaf/Ibex on a ridge overlooking the village. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, Sahara desert
PMR080K-25 
 Tunisia: Chebika, an abandoned Berber oasis village on the edge of the desert, the former Roman outpost "Ad Speculam". The inhabitants now live in a new village, but return to harvest the date palms. The surrounding barren, rugged mountains are an outcrop of the Saharan Atlas Mountains. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, picturesque, Sahara desert
PMR080K-24 
 Tunisia: Chebika, an abandoned Berber oasis village on the edge of the desert, the former Roman outpost "Ad Speculam". The inhabitants now live in a new village, but return to harvest the date palms. View over the abandoned mud- brick dwellings towards Chott el Gharsa, with date palms visible in the background. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque, archeology, mud-brick buildings
PMR080K-23 
 Tunisia: Chebika, an abandoned Berber oasis village on the edge of the desert, the former Roman outpost "Ad Speculam". The inhabitants now live in a new village, but return to harvest the date palms. Brightly coloured Berber rugs are offered to tourists. 
 Keywords: Islam, mud-brick buildings, archeology, picturesque, heritage, historic, Maghreb, Mohammedan, Muslim
PMR080K-22 
 Tunisia: Chott el Jerid, the 200-kilometre-wide salt pan which almost divides Tunisia in two, seen from the causeway carrying the road, at sunset. 
 Keywords: Islam, heritage, historic, Maghreb, Mohammedan, Muslim, desert
PMR080K-21 
 Tunisia, Gabes Wilaya (County): moon landscape, with sandstone weathered into knife-edge ridges. 
 Keywords: Islam, barren, picturesque, geology, erosion, heritage, historic, Maghreb, Mohammedan, Muslim
PMR080K-20 
 Tunisia, Gabes Wilaya (County): the system of retaining walls on mountainsides is widespread. 
 Keywords: Islam, heritage, historic, Maghreb, Mohammedan, Muslim
PMR080K-19 
 Tunisia, Matmata: The Jerbalia Berbers have lived in underground dwellings since the 11th century. These normally comprise a central courtyard, open to the sky, with rooms leading off on all sides. The majority now live in normal houses. Here:" Marhaba/Bienvenue/Welcome", written, Hollywood-style, on the mountainside. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque, archeology, troglodyte
PMR080K-18 
 Tunisia, Matmata: The Jerbalia Berbers have lived in underground dwellings since the 11th century. These normally comprise a central courtyard, open to the sky, with rooms leading off on all sides. The majority now live in normal houses. Here: simpler dwellings are created by burrowing into the soft cliffside. 
 Keywords: Islam, troglodyte, archeology, picturesque, heritage, historic, Maghreb, Mohammedan, Muslim
PMR080K-17 
 Tunisia, Matmata: The Jerbalia Berbers have lived in underground dwellings since the 11th century. These normally comprise a central courtyard, open to the sky, with rooms leading off on all sides. The majority now live in normal houses. View from ground level. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque, archeology, troglodyte
PMR080K-16 
 Tunisia, Matmata: The Jerbalia Berbers have lived in underground dwellings since the 11th century. These normally comprise a central courtyard, open to the sky, with rooms leading off on all sides. The majority now live in normal houses. Here: corn being milled between two stones in the courtyard. 
 Keywords: Islam, troglodyte, archeology, picturesque, heritage, historic, Maghreb, Mohammedan, Muslim
PMR080K-15 
 Tunisia, El Jem: the Roman Colosseum, built in the 2nd century AD, is the best preserved and second only in size to Rome's. 
 Keywords: Islam, archeology, picturesque, heritage, historic, Maghreb, Mohammedan, Muslim
PMR080K-14 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: in this centre of carpet manufacture, carpets cover the facades two stories high in the Medina. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR080K-13 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: a carpet store in the Medina, with Andalusian-style (bowed for crinolines) wrought iron balconies. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR080K-12 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: stalls selling ceramics in the Medina. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR080K-11 
 Tunisia, Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: view in the Medina (souks) looking towards the main gate, Bab ech Chouhada, with minaret. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR080K-10 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: Zaouia Sidi Sahab, burial place of Mohammed's companion, Sidi Sahab, built between 1629 and 1692, also known as the "Barber's Mosque": view of the arches and columns of the inner courtyard, showing the extent of the faience tiling. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR080K-09 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: Zaouia Sidi Sahab, burial place of Mohammed's companion, Sidi Sahab, built between 1629 and 1692, also known as the "Barber's Mosque": view of the ornate faience tiling on the portico of the inner courtyard (19th century Osman period). 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR080K-08 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: Zaouia Sidi Sahab, burial place of Mohammed's companion, Sidi Sahab, built between 1629 and 1692, also known as the "Barber's Mosque": view of the porticoed courtyard. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR080K-07 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: Zaouia Sidi Sahab, burial place of Mohammed's companion, Sidi Sahab, built between 1629 and 1692, also known as the "Barber's Mosque": view of the minaret. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR080K-06 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: colourful, intricate faience tiling and wrought iron work on a modern closed-in balcony. 
 Keywords: Islam, picturesque, heritage, historic, Maghreb, Mohammedan, Muslim
PMR080K-05 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: traditional doors: the number of studs in the door was a measure of the wealth of the owner. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR080K-04 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: Aghlabad water reservoir built in the 9th century and supplied by a 36-kilometre-long aqueduct. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR080K-03 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: carpet stall outside the Sidi Oqba Mosque. Kairouan is famous for its production of carpets. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR080K-02 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: Sidi Oqba Mosque, founded in 672, the oldest in North Africa and model for later mosques throughout the Maghreb. UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. View of the columns and capitals in the portico, mostly borrowed from Roman buildings. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR080K-01 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: Sidi Oqba Mosque, founded in 672, the oldest in North Africa and model for later mosques throughout the Maghreb. UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. View of the courtyard, portico and minaret. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR079K-36 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: Sidi Oqba Mosque, founded in 672, the oldest in North Africa and model for later mosques throughout the Maghreb. UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. Here: doorway to the minaret, incorporating borrowed Roman stonework. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR079K-35 
 Tunisia, Mahdia: view of the harbour, lighthouse and burial grounds from the Bordj el Kebir Fortress. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim cemetery, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR079K-34 
 Tunisia, Sousse: inner courtyard of the Ribat, a fortified "monastery" for the soldiers of Islam, which dates back to about 800 AD. 
 Keywords: Islam, crenellations, courtyard, castle, fort, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR079K-33 
 Tunisia, Sousse: view of the "Great Mosque" from the lookout tower of the Ribat, with the walls of the Medina in the background. 
 Keywords: Islam, picturesque, historic, heritage, Maghreb, Mohammedan, Muslim, panorama, quadrangle, colonnade
PMR079K-32 
 Tunisia, Sousse: young supporters of the national football team, with the walls of the Medina in the background. 
 Keywords: football fans, Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR079K-31 
 Tunisia, Sousse: typical house facade with wrought iron balkonies in the Medina. 
 Keywords: old quarter, picturesque, atmospheric, Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage
PMR079K-30 
 Tunisia, Sousse: figurehead of a "pirate ship", with rows of sponges laid out for sale on the quayside. 
 Keywords: port, picturesque, heritage, historic, Maghreb, Mohammedan, Muslim, Islam, docks
PMR079K-29 
 Tunisia, Sousse: moored fishing boats in the harbour with the harbourmaster's tower in the background. 
 Keywords: port, docks, Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, heritage, picturesque, historic
PMR079K-28 
 Tunisia, Sousse: fishing boats in the harbour with one of the "pirate ships" moored on the far side. 
 Keywords: docks, port, Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage
PMR079K-27 
 Tunisia, Sousse: fishermen preparing their nets on the quayside, with ships unloading in the harbour in the background. 
 Keywords: port, fishing, Islam, Mohammedan, Muslim, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR079K-26 
 Tunisia, Sousse: a modern "pirate ship" offers adventure trips in the Mediterranean from the harbour. 
 Keywords: pleasure cruise, Islam, Mohammedan, Muslim, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR079K-25 
 Tunisia, Sousse: a modern "pirate ship" complete with figurehead offers adventure trips in the Mediterranean from the harbour. 
 Keywords: pleasure cruise, Islamic, Mohammedan, Muslim, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR052K-3 
 Spain, Oviedo, Covadonga: Statue of Pelayo, a tribal leader, who defeated the Muslims for the first time in 722 AD here at Covadonga, Picos de Europa.
PMR023K-23 
 Malaysia, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur: An oasis of peace in a bustling city: Masjid Jamek, the first mosque to be built in Kuala Lumpur in 1907. Architect: A.B. Hubbock. 
 Keywords: Muslim, religious architecture, architecture, religion, Mohammed, Islam
PMR023K-22 
 Malaysia, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur: Masjid Jamek, the first mosque to be built in Kuala Lumpur in 1907 is now surrounded by high-rise buildings. Architect: A.B. Hubbock. 
 Keywords: Muslim, religion, Mohammed, Islam, religious architecture
PMR017K-15 
 Syria: A typical street in the old quarter of Damascus, with the dome of a new mosque visible behind. 
 Keywords: arab city, alleyway, narrow streets, middle east, Islam, Mohamed, muslim
PMR017K-13 
 Syria, Damascus: Former treasury (Kubbat al-khazina) of the Umayyad Mosque, standing on 8 antique columns in the courtyard. Closer view of the mosaics, dating from 788 AD, but frequently restored. 
 Keywords: middle east, religion, Mohamed, Islam, muslim
PMR016K-36 
 Iraq: Street scene in Baghdad, with the dome of a mosque in the background. 
 Keywords: mosque, Islam, Mohammed, religion, Muslim, faience
PMR016K-35 
 Iraq: Men's teahouse in Baghdad. 
 Keywords: Muslim, religion, Mohammed, Islam, traditions
PMR016K-23 
 Iraq, Mosul: PIlgrims in the Mosque of the Prophet Jonas where he is reputed to be buried. 
 Keywords: religion, Mesopotamia, Islam, Mohamed, Muslim
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
PMR016K-06 
 Iraq, Samarra: The spiral minaret (Al-Malwiyah = spiral shaped) of the Samarra Mosque, once the largest mosque in the world of Islam, rises 52 metres to a flat platform on the top. 
 Keywords: mosque, Islam, Mohammed, religion, Muslim
PMR016K-04 
 Iraq, Kerbela, Fortress/Palace of Al-Ukhaidar: standing alone in the western desert, 48 kilometres south-west of Kerbela, little is known of the builders, although it is thought to date from the early 8th century AD. However it stands on an important desert trade route. The former mosque, giving onto an inner courtyard. 
 Keywords: mosque, Islam, Mohammed, religion, Muslim
PMR016K-03 
 Iraq, Kerbela, Fortress/Palace of Al-Ukhaidar: standing alone in the western desert, 48 kilometres south-west of Kerbela, little is known of the builders, although it is thought to date from the early 8th century AD. However it stands on an important desert trade route. One of the galleries alongside the courtyard. 
 Keywords: mosque, Islam, Mohammed, religion, Muslim
PMR016K-02 
 Iraq, Kerbela, Fortress/Palace of Al-Ukhaidar: standing alone in the western desert, 48 kilometres south-west of Kerbela, little is known of the builders, although it is thought to date from the early 8th century AD. However it stands on an important desert trade route. View of the courtyard from the roof. 
 Keywords: mosque, Islam, Mohammed, religion, Muslim
PMR016K-01 
 Iraq, Kerbela: Shrine of the Shiite Imam Al Hussein, grandson of the Prophet, who, with his brother Abbas, was killed and martyred in a battle nearby. Entrance to the shrine, from the courtyard. 
 Keywords: mosque, faience, Muslim, religion, Mohammed, Islam
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
PMR015K-28 
 Iraq, Najaf: Gate and clock-tower of the mausoleumof the Imam Ali, intricately decorated with colourful faience. 
 Keywords: mosque, Islam, shrine, faience, holy place, religion, Mohammed, muslim
PMR015K-25 
 Iraq, Uruk: Tourists being served with the traditional glasses of tea. 
 Keywords: muslim, Islam
PMR015K-23 
 Iraq, Nasariya: Street scene with shoe-shine boys. 
 Keywords: muslim, Islam, Iraqi citizens
PMR015K-22 
 Iraq, Nasariya: Statue of an Imam in a city square. 
 Keywords: muslim, religion, Islam
PMR015K-16 
 Iraq, Nasiriya: Statue of Imam in the city square, with banner in arabic, and taxi in the foreground. 
 Keywords: muslim, Mohammed, religion, Islam, traffic
PMR015K-15 
 Iraq, Baghdad: Iraqi citizen in djellaba and head-dress. 
 Keywords: muslim, Islam
PMR015K-14 
 Iraq: arabs near a mud-built village. 
 Keywords: muslim, Islam
PMR015K-13 
 Iraq: Baghdad citizen wearing arab head-dress. 
 Keywords: muslim, Islam
PMR015K-12 
 Iraq, Baghdad: Clocktower of Khadimain Shrine, intricately decorated with colourful faience work. 
 Keywords: mosque, muslim, Mohammed, religion, holy place, faience, shrine, Islam
PMR012K-13 
 Turkey, Istanbul: Inside the mausoleum of Süleyman the Magnificent (ruled 1520-66). 
 Keywords: sarcophagus, mohamed, memorial, holy place, muslim
PMR031K-23 
 Cyprus, Larnaca: Hala Sultan Mosque (19th century), one of the holiest sites of Islam on Cyprus. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Moslem, religion
PMR066K-17 
 Cyprus, Paphos: The catacombs of Ayia Solomoni, with the huge terebinth tree festooned with prayer kerchiefs, a custom shared by Muslims and Christians alike.
PMR686-12 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: one of the four minarets seen from an arcaded gallery across the courtyard. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR686-11 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: the courtyard and largest dome, over the entrance to the main hall of prayer. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture
PMR686-10 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view of the courtyard, from the arcaded gallery, with semi-precious stone inlays on the columns. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture
PMR683-11 
 Turkey, Bozbouroun: boats in the small harbour, with dome and minaret of a mosque in the background. 
 Keywords: Ottoman, Muslim, Islam, fishing boats, port
PMR672-01 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Jumeirah Mosque, Al Musallah Road. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, minarets, Muezzin
PMR671-12 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Souk Madinat, Jumeirah, with waterside bars and restaurants amid the palm trees, and abra station on the left. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR671-11 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Souk Madinat, Jumeirah, with part of the waterway system, "fort", and colourful "abra" moored in the foreground. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR671-10 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake Hotel Building, lit up at night, with reflections in the lake. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers, night lights
PMR671-09 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake Hotel Building, lit up at night, with reflections in the lake. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers, night lights
PMR671-08 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake Hotel Building with lake and apartments and the roof of Dubai Mall on the left, from Burj Khalifa lookout platform, 452 metres high. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, panorama, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR671-07 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Road, with its high-rise buildings and Dubai Dusit Hotel (with divided base) in the centre and Al Manara Tower directly opposite on the other side of the road, from Burj Khalifa lookout platform, 452 metres high, around 1 p.m. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, panorama, panorama, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR671-06 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Road, with its high-rise buildings and Al-Murooj Rotana Hotel Complex in the foreground, from Burj Khalifa lookout platform, 452 metres high, around 10 a.m. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, panorama, panorama, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR671-05 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Road, with its high-rise buildings, from Burj Khalifa lookout platform, 452 metres high, around 10 a.m. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, panorama, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR671-04 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake Hotel Building from the lake, with Dubai Mall on the left. Lit up at dusk, with reflections in the lake. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lights at night, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR671-03 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake Hotel Building from the lake, with Dubai Mall on the left. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR667-05 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Dubai Mall, in the Burj Khalifa Complex, opened in 2008, and contains a 250-room hotel, 1200 stores, a 22-screen cinema, an ice rink and an aquarium. Fronting onto the pool with the "Dancing Fountains" are hotels and apartments, with shade provided by Flame of the Forest trees. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers
PMR667-04 
 United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Dubai Mall, in the Burj Khalifa Complex, opened in 2008, and contains a 250-room hotel, 1200 stores, a 22-screen cinema, an ice rink and an aquarium. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR637-03 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mostar: the old Turkish bridge (Stari Most) spanning the Neretva River, destroyed on 9th November 1993 by shellfire, has been rebuilt and was reopened in July 2004. View of the bridge and adjacent towers from the new town. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque
PMR637-02 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mostar: tourists thronging the cobbled streets of the old Ottoman quarter where the boutiques are again in business. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque
PMR637-01 
 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mostar: the old Turkish bridge (Stari Most) spanning the Neretva River, destroyed on 9th November 1993 by shellfire, has been rebuilt and was reopened in July 2004. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Bosniaks, Ottoman, historic, national heritage, picturesque
PMR634-01 
 Cyprus, Nicosia/Lefkosia: the Büyük Han, one of the earliest (1572) Ottoman public works after the conquest, was a mediaeval Turkish inn for merchant travellers. It has now been restored to house a number of boutiques where local artisans offer their wares. 
 Keywords: Lefkosia, Muslim, Islam, Ottoman architecture
PMR633-12 
 Cyprus (North), Nicosia/Lefkosia: the Büyük Han, one of the earliest (1572) Ottoman public works after the conquest, was a mediaeval Turkish inn for merchant travellers. It has now been restored to house a number of boutiques where local artisans offer their wares. 
 Keywords: Lefkosia, Muslim, Islam, Ottoman architecture
PMR632-04 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. Colourful dinghies under the walls of the 17th century Kasbah, with the bridge spanning the harbour entrance behind. 
 Keywords: Islamic, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR632-03 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. Fishermen checking their nets on the quayside, with colourful fishing dinghies and the wall of the 17th century Kasbah behind. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR632-02 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. Colourful fishing dinghies with the wall of the 17th century Kasbah stretching to the bridge which spans the harbour entrance. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR632-01 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. View of the quayside with colourful fishing boats and the 17th century Kasbah behind. 
 Keywords: Islamic, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR631-12 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. Rows of colourful fishing boats moored at the quayside. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR631-11 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. The high walls of the 17th century Kasbah face the harbour which is mainly used by the colourful fishing boats. 
 Keywords: Islamic, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR631-10 
 Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. View of the colourful fishing boats and reflections of the quayside buildings. 
 Keywords: Islamic, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque
PMR631-04 
 Tunisia, Monastir: a colourful horse carriage before the mighty walls of the Ribat. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Maghreb, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture
PMR631-03 
 Tunisia, Monastir: the Ribat, dating from 796 AD, the oldest in north Africa. View from the watch tower, showing the central court, (into which the entire population would crowd in times of danger), the twin minarets of the Bourguiba Mausoleum, and the surrounding burial ground. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture
PMR631-02 
 Tunisia, Monastir: view inside the Ribat, dating from 796 AD, the oldest in north Africa, with original watch tower. The turreted section is the oldest part of the Ribat (ca. 800 AD) and now houses a museum. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture
PMR631-01 
 Tunisia, Monastir: the Ribat, dating from 796 AD, the oldest in north Africa. This side entrance with columns betrays the thickness of the walls. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture
PMR630-12 
 Tunisia, Monastir: twin minarets of the mausoleum of Habib Bourguiba, the first president of Tunisia, who was born in Monastir. Erected in 1963. Here: a closer view of the intricate wrought iron gates and enclosing fence. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture, Maghreb
PMR630-11 
 Tunisia, Monastir: twin minarets of the mausoleum of Habib Bourguiba, the first president of Tunisia, who was born in Monastir. Erected in 1963. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture
PMR630-10 
 Tunisia: Tamerza, a Berber village oasis on the site of the former Roman military outpost, Ad Turres: stalls selling local wares. In a nearby gorge an 8-metre-high waterfall astounds visitors. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Islam, heritage, historic, Mohamed
PMR630-09 
 Tunisia: Chebika, an abandoned Berber oasis village on the site of the former Roman military outpost, Ad Speculum, lies on the slope of the Jebel en Negueb (Red Mountains), on the edge of the desert, about five kilometres from the Algerian border. Here: view of the date palms which are still cultivated and harvested by the villagers, whose property they are. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam
PMR630-08 
 Tunisia: Chebika, an abandoned Berber oasis village on the site of the former Roman military outpost, Ad Speculum, lies on the slope of the Jebel en Negueb (Red Mountains), on the edge of the desert, about five kilometres from the Algerian border. Here: view of the surrounding barren landscape. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Islam, heritage, historic, Mohamed
PMR630-07 
 Tunisia, Kairouan: entrance to the medina, with cannon. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture, Maghreb
PMR630-06 
 Tunisia, Kairouan: a carpet shop displays its wares on two storeys in the medina. Kairouan is the centre of carpet weaving in Tunisia. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Maghreb, architecture, Islam, heritage, historic, Mohamed
PMR630-05 
 Tunisia, Kairouan: a carpet shop displays its wares on two storeys in the medina. Kairouan is the centre of carpet weaving in Tunisia. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Maghreb, architecture, Islam, heritage, historic, Mohamed
PMR630-04 
 Tunisia, Kairouan: a carpet shop displays its wares on two storeys in the medina. Kairouan is the centre of carpet weaving in Tunisia. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Maghreb, architecture, Islam, heritage, historic, Mohamed
PMR630-03 
 Tunisia, Kairouan: beautiful filligree work on the frontage of a modern shop, with typical blue and white closed-in balcony. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture, Maghreb
PMR630-02 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: courtyard and minaret of Sidi Oqba Mosque, dating from the eighth century, the oldest in north Africa, and model for later mosques throughout the Mahgreb. The minaret, 35 metres high, built in 724-8, the oldest part of the mosque, was formerly a watch tower. UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture, Maghreb
PMR630-01 
 Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: courtyard and minaret of Sidi Oqba Mosque, dating from the eighth century, the oldest in north Africa, and model for later mosques throughout the Mahgreb. View through an arch. UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. 
 Keywords: Muslim, Maghreb, architecture, Islam, heritage, historic, Mohamed
PMR629-12 
 Tunisia, Sousse: view of the courtyard of the "Great Mosque", built in 851 AD, with the wall of the medina and the harbour in the background, and fountain in the foreground. 
 Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic
PMR666-11 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: the mausoleum of Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the first president of the U.A.E. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR666-10 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: a corner of the courtyard, paved with white marble and inlaid with floral patterns. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR666-09 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: the courtyard and the largest dome, over the main hall of prayer. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR666-08 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: gallery on one side of the courtyard, with its countless marble columns inlaid with semi-precious stones in floral patterns, supporting Moorish arches. 
 Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture
PMR666-07 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view of one of the four minarets and the courtyard, from the arcaded gallery. 
 Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab
PMR666-06 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Al Ettihad Square with its oversize symbols of arab life and history. Behind, Ettisalat House, surmounted with a ball. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR666-05 
 United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Flame of the Forest/Royal Poinciana/Flamboyant tree (Delonix regia) in Al Markaziyah Garden, with fountain and pool. 
 Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers
PMR647-10 
 Libya, Fezzan, Murzuq: formerly a prosperous trading town as capital of the chiefs of the Awlad Muhammad tribe for some hundreds of years, Murzuq lost its influence with the opening of sea trade and end of their rule in 1813. 
The squat, mud brick minaret of the mosque, seen through an archway. The town is a centre for the nomadic, Muslim Toubou community. 
 Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, barren, mud brick buildings, Berber architecture

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