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PMR135-02 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: a pair of skiers using the drag-lift to ascend Mount Patscherkofel (2247 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, wintersports, ski-ing, couple, snow
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
PMR060-04 South Africa, Natal, Durban: Natal Lion and Game Reserve - a pair of giraffes Keywords: landscape, wild animals, fauna, big game, safari, wildlife, herbivores
PMR-D8987 Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: pair of Upland Geese/Caiquen (Cloephaga picta) Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, birds, ornithology, flora and fauna, waterfowl, wildlife
PMR-D8986 Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: pair of Upland Geese/Caiquen (Cloephaga picta) Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, birds, ornithology, flora and fauna, waterfowl, wildlife
PMR-D8968 Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: a pair of Upland Geese/Caiquen (Chloephaga picta) with family. Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wildlife, flora and fauna, birds, ornithology, waterfowl, goslings
PMR-D8861 Argentina, Estancia la Angostura: a pair of Upland or Magellan Geese (Chloephaga picta) with Chilean Flamingo (Phoenicopterus chilensis) in the background. Keywords: South America, waterfowl, flora and fauna, ornithology, birds, sheldgoose, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, nature, landscape
PMR-D8854 Argentina, Estancia la Angostura: a pair of Guanacos (Lama guanicoe). Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains
PMR-D8482 Turkey, Bodrum: a pair of back-to-back graves, dating from the 4th century BC, found near the Myndos Gate, the only surviving gate in the 7-kilometre-long city walls of Halicarnassus. Keywords: antiquities, Myndus, Greek, Roman, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage
PMR-D8010 Sweden, Gothenburg: a pair of caryatids supporting the portal of an office building, overlooking the Hamnkanalen. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, statues, sculptures
PMR-D6305 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: a pair of White Storks (Ciconia ciconia) on their nest on a roof Keywords: Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, birds, ornithology, waders
PMR-D5567 Greece, Island of Santorini: a pair of church shrines with grey-blue domes, on the outskirts of Fira. Nea Kameni island in the background. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5565 Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago. A pair of bed frames have survived the centuries. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins
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-D5111 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: a pair of Laughing, or Palm Doves (Streptopelia senegalensis). Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, birds, ornithology, pigeons
PMR-D4292 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Chinese Gate surmounted by a pair of dragons. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D4147 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi. Carved column head with a pair of Griffins. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
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-D0976 Myanmar, Bagan: a pair of bearers with a gong, in the grounds of Alo-pyi Paya on the North Plain of Bagan. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0963 Myanmar, Bagan: a pair of chinthe (half lion, half dragon mythical beasts) guarding the stairway to Mimalaung Kyaung (Monastery), constructed in 1174 by Narapatisithu. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0814 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): one of a pair of giant seated Buddhas in front of the chedi at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0594 Laos, Vientiane: a pair of gilded lions and two nagas, guarding the entrance to a temple. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR349-11 India, Gwalior: the larger of a pair of Sasbahu Temples, dating from the 9th-11th centuries. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, ancient, masonry, Hindu, Jain
PMR292-06 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. A pair of camels taking a break after giving rides to tourists. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR285-01 Turkey, Ephesus: a well-preserved pair of caryatids. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR264-09 U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. Currently in residence: a pair of Muscovy ducks. Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence, waterfowl, ornithology
PMR-D3897 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: local woman conveying hens in a pair of baskets on a pole. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, livestock, poultry, chickens
PMR-D3895 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: feeding time for a pair of cows in a back yard. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, carpentry, livestock, farming
PMR-D3669 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: the Ling Canal., near Guilin, was built in 214 BC, the world's first canal to link two river valleys (Yangtze and Pearl River) across the land contours. A park and museum provide views and technical details. One of a pair of horsemen guarding the entrance to the park. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, Lingqu
PMR-D2998 Germany, Upper Bavaria: a pair of swans with cygnet. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, birds, ornithology, family, reflections
PMR-D1555 Nepal, Kathmandu: Parvati, mounted on a white lion, one of a pair guarding the entrance to the King's Palace. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1542 Nepal, Bhaktapur, Taumadhi Tol (Square): pair of giant wagon wheels used to transport the "Lingam", a 25m high pole or tree (a phallic symbol for Shiva), through the streets of the town. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1364 People's Republic of China, Tibet: farmer ploughing with a pair of dzo, near Shigatse. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1327 People's Republic of China, Tibet: farmer with a pair of yaks/dzo near Nagartse. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR183-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Ludwig Maximilian University, built by Friedrich von Gartner 1835-9, with one of a pair of fountains in Geschwister-Scholl-Platz. Keywords: München, architecture, historic, Gärtner, White Rose, Sophie Scholl, Ludwigstrasse
PMR183-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: one of a pair of fountains in Geschwister-Scholl-Platz in the grounds of Ludwig Maximilian University in Ludwigstrasse. Keywords: München, architecture, White Rose, Sophie Scholl
PMR161-04 U.S.A., Arizona, Seligman: Campsite, with a train on Santa Fe Railroad, headed by four diesel locomotives, in the background. In the poplar sapling a pair of Western Kingbirds are nesting. Keywords: campsite, tent, picnic bench, landscape
PMR147-10 Romania, Dunavatu de Jos: Orthodox church, typical of the region, with White Storks (Ciconia ciconia) and nest on telegraph pole in the foreground. Keywords: birds , aves, Ciconiiformes, Chordata, waders, breeding, paired, architecture
PMR147-09 Romania, Dunavatu de Jos: White Storks (Ciconia ciconia) with nest on telegraph post. Keywords: birds , aves, Ciconiiformes, Chordata, waders, breeding, paired
PMR-D2673 Turkey, Anatolia: Akdamar Kilisesi (Church of the Holy Cross), one of the gems of Armenian architecture, dating from 921 AD, stands abandoned on an island in Lake Van. Builder: Gagik Artzruni, King of Vaspurkan. Here: well preserved carving on the exterior portraying pairs of geese and rams. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian, biblical
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
PMR486-02 Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Scottish tourists in the Alps! a pair of Scottish Longhorns on the Ehrwalder Alm, cow and calf. Keywords: alpine, cattle, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR486-01 Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Scottish tourists in the Alps! a pair of Scottish Longhorns on the Ehrwalder Alm. Keywords: alpine, cattle, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR468-11 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: a fine pair of caryatids supporting the balcony of one of the older houses. Keywords: Saxon Land, sculptures, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt
PMR433-10 Poland, Jastarnia: a pair of fishing boats under repair in dry dock. Keywords: seaside, fishing port, harbour, sunshine, picturesque
PMR531-05 Iraq, Kalhu/Kalach (now known as "Nimrud"): refounded in 13th century BC on ancient foundations by the Assyrians, it became the seat of the royal house after Ashur: one of a pair of remaining winged bulls with human heads ("Lamassu") guarding the entrance to the throne room of the north-west palace. Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, ruined city, desert, historical, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, Kalhu, Kalach
PMR522-02 Italy, Apulia, Lecce: Santo Oronzo, with half-excavated Roman amphitheatre and column bearing the figure of Santo Oronzo, the city's patron saint. The column is one of a pair which used to mark the end of the Via Appia in Brindisi. Keywords: archeological, national heritage, historical, archeology, excavations, architecture, monument, statue
PMR522-01 Italy, Apulia, Lecce: Santo Oronzo, with half-excavated Roman amphitheatre and column bearing the figure of Santo Oronzo, the city's patron saint. The column is one of a pair which used to mark the end of the Via Appia in Brindisi. Keywords: archeological, national heritage, historical, archeology, excavations, architecture, monument, statue
PMR136K-01 Mongolia, Bulgan Aimag (Province): pair of ornate Buddhist stupas on the steppe, with the usual blue cloth offerings. Keywords: Mongol, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism
PMR135K-27 Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Sükhbaatar Square: a bridal pair with photographer before the bronze equestrian statue of Kublai Khan, grandson of Genghis Khan. It flanks the figure of Genghis Khan. Keywords: Mongol, Outer Mongolia, capital, monument, statue, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan
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-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
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-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
PMR083K-15 A pair of Squirrel Monkeys (Saimiri sciurcus) roaming the trees at Hellabrunn Zoological Gardens. Keywords: München, monkeys, apes, animals, Simean species
PMR077K-31 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Oktoberfest Ceremonial Procession 2007: a pair of scale-models of London Buses (capacity: one person!). Keywords: Münchener Oktoberfest, celebration, national and regional dress, folk costumes, breweries, Munich beer, colourful, traditional costumes, beer festival, Münchner Oktoberfest
PMR077K-30 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Oktoberfest Ceremonial Procession 2007: a pair of scale-models of London Buses (capacity: one person!). Keywords: Münchener Oktoberfest, celebration, national and regional dress, folk costumes, breweries, Munich beer, colourful, traditional costumes, beer festival, Münchner Oktoberfest
PMR053K-34 Gibraltar: A pair of Barbary Apes (Macaca sylvanus).
PMR023K-09 Viet Nam: Cu Chi tunnels, 35 kilometres north west of Saigon, which were used to conceal Viet Cong movements from the eyes of U.S. Troops. The tunnel system extended for about 200 kilometres. Here, a pair of dummies showing typical attire and weapons of the guerillas. Keywords: Vietnam
PMR023K-08 Viet Nam: Cu Chi tunnels, 35 kilometres north west of Saigon, which were used to conceal Viet Cong movements from the eyes of U.S. Troops. The tunnel system extended for about 200 kilometres. Here, a pair of dummies showing typical attire and weapons of the guerillas with posing tourist. Keywords: Vietnam
PMR012K-01 Greece, Crete, Heraklion: Feeding time for a pair of black goats. Keywords: animals feeding
PMR039K-35 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: A pair of Banteng cows, from Indonesia. Keywords: zoological gardens, cattle
PMR039K-21 Namibia: Etosha National Park: a pair of blue wildebeeste. Keywords: wild animals, safari, African wildlife, flora and fauna
PMR039K-07 Namibia: Etosha National Park: two pairs of Burchell's zebras. Keywords: wild animals, safari, African wildlife, flora and fauna
PMR039K-06 Namibia: Etosha National Park: a pair of Burchell's zebras. Keywords: wild animals, safari, African wildlife, flora and fauna
PMR075K-12 Spain, Lanzarote, Arrecife: Castillo de San Gabriel, dating from the late 16th century, with its pair of cannons. Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, castle, fortifications
PMR073K-17 Spain, Lanzarote: view of a pair of bays on the south tip of the island of La Graciosa, from Mirador del Rio. Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine
PMR368-09 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a pair of fierce giants guarding a gate look on as Thai schoolgirls cross the courtyard to their classroom. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR368-07 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a pair of sentries in curious dress, guarding an internal gate. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-07 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: one of six gateways guarded by pairs of giant sentries or "yaks", with a group of Buddhist monks crossing the courtyard. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-02 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: one of six gateways guarded by pairs of giant sentries or "yaks". Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR366-10 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: one of six gateways guarded by pairs of giant sentries or "yaks". Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR674-04 Mongolia, Bulgan Aimag (Province): pair of ornate Buddhist stupas on the steppe, with the usual blue cloth offerings. Keywords: Mongol, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism
PMR631-07 Tunisia, Dougga: the old Roman city of Thugga, the best preserved in north Africa, probably built on the site of an existing Numidian city about 105 BC. A UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Here: a pair of Dolmen graves from pre-Roman times. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage
PMR619-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Schloss Herrenchiemsee, the most magnificent of Ludwig II's palaces, based on Versailles, is to be found on an island in the large Chiemsee (lake) and can only be reached by boat. Begun in 1878, it was never completed due to lack of funds. A horse-drawn carriage brings visitors from the jetty. Statue of a pair of putti adorning one of the fountains. Keywords: German Architecture, opulence, sumptuous
PMR642-12 Libya, Fezzan, Wadi Mathandous: some of the hundreds of prehistoric carvings on the wall of the wadi, thought to be over 12,000 years old. One of the best known carvings: a pair of Meercats sparring on their hind legs. Keywords: Maghreb, Methkandoush, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert, prehistoric art

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