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PMR-D9511 Iceland, Reykjavik: view of the glass-and-steel City Hall, opened in 1992, on the far side of Lake Tjörnin, in the centre of the city. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, capital city, sculpture
PMR119K-36 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: D-LZZF Zeppelin LZ N07-100 Airship (c/n 003) passing over Munich's Botanical Gardens. Keywords: metropolis, mediaeval, capital of Bavaria, München, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage

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PMR145-10 Bulgaria, Plovdiv: the fine Roman Theatre, built in the time of the Emperor Trajan (reigned 98 -117 AD). View of the "Orchestra" and the "Skene" (stage) and the 28 concentric rows of marble seats, now used for local presentations. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, heritage, culture, historic, picturesque, Ottoman, Trimontium, archeology, excavations
PMR145-08 Bulgaria, Plovdiv: the fine Roman Theatre, built in the time of the Emperor Trajan (reigned 98 -117 AD). View of the "Orchestra" and the "Skene" (stage). Now used for local presentations. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, heritage, culture, historic, picturesque, Ottoman, Trimontium, archeology, excavations
PMR145-07 Bulgaria, Plovdiv: carefully restored Turkish houses in the old quarter, characterised by overhanging upper storeys supported by massive struts. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, heritage, culture, historic, picturesque, Ottoman, Trimontium, cobblestones
PMR145-06 Bulgaria, Plovdiv: carefully restored Turkish houses in the old quarter, characterised by overhanging upper storeys supported by massive struts. (P.R. Slavejkov Street). Keywords: metropolis, architecture, heritage, culture, historic, picturesque, Ottoman, Trimontium, cobblestones
PMR145-05 Bulgaria, Plovdiv: carefully restored Turkish houses in the old quarter, characterised by overhanging upper storeys supported by massive struts. (Bottom of K. Nektarev Street). Keywords: metropolis, architecture, heritage, culture, historic, picturesque, Ottoman, Trimontium, cobblestones
PMR145-04 Bulgaria, Plovdiv: Hissar Kapiya (Eastern Gate) of the Roman fortifications of the town. On the right, the Georgiadi House (1848), presently the home of the Museum of National Liberation Movements Keywords: metropolis, architecture, heritage, culture, historic, picturesque, Ottoman, Trimontium, cobblestones
PMR145-03 Bulgaria, Plovdiv: carefully restored Turkish houses in the old quarter, characterised by overhanging upper storeys supported by massive struts. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, heritage, culture, historic, picturesque, Ottoman, Trimontium, cobblestones
PMR145-02 Bulgaria, Plovdiv: carefully restored Turkish houses in the old quarter, characterised by overhanging upper storeys supported by massive struts. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, heritage, culture, historic, picturesque, Ottoman, Trimontium, cobblestones
PMR-D13399 Greece, Island of Karpathos: ruins of vaulted stone dwellings said to have been built by Syrian pirates or herdsmen on the site of a ruined settlement in Byzantian times, scatter the hillside above Palatia Bay on the northern Saria peninsula. Keywords: archeology, colourful, Dodecanese, geology, graves, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, heritage, historical, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13457 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: Turkish caique "Bahriyeli C" in the harbour with the "Yellow Submarine" in the background. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, Rhodos, sailing ship
PMR-D13456 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: the "Yellow Submarine" enables passengers to look at the underwater world. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, Rhodos
PMR-D13474 Turkey: boats on a silver sea with the Turkish coast near Marmaris in the background. Keywords: calm, picturesque, seascape, sun on water, tranquil
PMR-D13472 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Rhodes: the road enters the citadel on the harbour side by way of St. Catherine's Gate. Keywords: architecture, Byzantine, Crusaders, historic, holiday resort, island, Knights Hospitaller, Knights of St. John, mediaeval, Mediterranean, picturesque, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO
PMR-D13471 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Rhodes: inside the wall of the citadel, with the harbour on the other side. Keywords: architecture, Byzantine, Crusaders, historic, holiday resort, island, Knights Hospitaller, Knights of St. John, mediaeval, Mediterranean, picturesque, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO
PMR-D13470 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Rhodes: end view of the former Governor's Palace and the belltower of the Church of the Annunciation of the Virgin, with fountain in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, historic, holiday resort, island, Mediterranean, picturesque, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO
PMR-D13468 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Rhodes: mosque and graveyard of Murad Reis, looking rather neglected. Keywords: architecture, historic, holiday resort, Islam, island, picturesque, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO
PMR-D13467 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Rhodes: bronze statue of an angel with crown - a memorial to the resistance fighters who lost their lives in WWII. Keywords: historic, holiday resort, island, Mediterranean, monument, picturesque, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, war memorial
PMR-D13466 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Rhodes: a coastguard vessel entering Mandraki Harbour, with deer and stag, the heraldic symbols of the island, on columns flanking the entrance. Opposite, the Fortress of St. Nicholas with (later) lighthouse, built 1464-7 for the protection of the harbour. The Colossus of Rhodes, erected 292 BC, may have stood astride this harbour entrance. Keywords: architecture, Byzantine, Crusaders, historic, holiday resort, island, Knights Hospitaller, Knights of St. John, mediaeval, Mediterranean, picturesque, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO
PMR-D13465 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Rhodes: entrance to Mandraki Harbour, with deer and stag, the heraldic symbols of the island, on columns either side. Opposite, the Fortress of St. Nicholas with (later) lighthouse, built 1464-7 for the protection of the harbour. The Colossus of Rhodes, erected 292 BC, may have stood astride this harbour entrance. Keywords: architecture, Byzantine, Crusaders, historic, holiday resort, island, Knights Hospitaller, Knights of St. John, mediaeval, Mediterranean, picturesque, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO
PMR-D13464 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Rhodes: figure of the virgin under a baldachin outside the tiny Holy Trinity Church in the Street of the Knights. Keywords: architecture, Byzantine, Crusaders, historic, holiday resort, island, Knights Hospitaller, Knights of St. John, mediaeval, Mediterranean, picturesque, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO
PMR-D13463 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Rhodes: Hippocratous Square (Platia Ippokratou) in the old city, its fountain surrounded by tavernas, with the castellated towers of the Marine Gate in the background. Keywords: architecture, Byzantine, Crusaders, historic, holiday resort, island, Knights Hospitaller, Knights of St. John, mediaeval, Mediterranean, picturesque, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO
PMR-D13462 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Marine Gate, the main entrance to the Palace of the Grand Master between two castellated, round towers. Dating back to the 8th century, the palace was fortified by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century. Keywords: architecture, Byzantine, Crusaders, historic, holiday resort, island, Knights Hospitaller, Knights of St. John, mediaeval, Mediterranean, picturesque, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO
PMR-D13461 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Rhodes: three windmills (ca. 15th century) standing on the mole of Mandraki Harbour, with moored yachts in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, Byzantine, Crusaders, historic, holiday resort, island, Knights Hospitaller, Knights of St. John, landscape, mediaeval, Mediterranean, picturesque, Rhodos, Rodos
PMR-D13460 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Rhodes: the Mole Naillac, at the end of which stood the 46-metre-high Naillac Tower, built in the early 14th century, now demolished, all part of the defence fortifications of thje citadel. Keywords: architecture, Byzantine, Crusaders, historic, holiday resort, island, Knights Hospitaller, Knights of St. John, mediaeval, Mediterranean, picturesque, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO
PMR-D13459 Greece, Island of Rhodos, Faliraki: "Anthony Quinn Bay" so called after the film "The Guns of Navarone" used the scenery during filming. Keywords: cinema, cinematography, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, movie, picturesque
PMR-D13455 Greece, Island of Rhodos, Lindos: vessels anchored in the harbour, with the barren cliffs reflected in the water. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D13454 Greece, Island of Rhodos, Lindos: the harbour and coastline with the Turkish caique "Bahriyeli C" at moorings. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boat, traditional
PMR-D13453 Greece, Island of Rhodos, Lindos: the harbour and coastline with the Turkish caique "Bahriyeli C" at moorings. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boat, traditional
PMR-D13452 Greece, Island of Rhodos, Lindos: Turkish caique "Bahriyeli C" moored in the harbour. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boat, traditional
PMR-D13451 Greece, Island of Rhodos, Lindos: Turkish caique "Bahriyeli C" moored in the harbour. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boat, traditional
PMR-D13450 Greece, Island of Rhodos, Lindos: Crusader castle of the Knights of St. John on the acropolis, built around 1317. Early morning. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, heritage, historic, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13446 Greece, Island of Karpathos: Captain Halil raising the sails of the Turkish caique "Bahrilyeli C" off the coast of Karpathos. Keywords: architecture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing ship, traditional
PMR-D13445 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Diafani: the Turkish caique "Bahriyeli C" at moorings. Keywords: architecture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boat, traditional
PMR-D13444 Greece, Island of Karpathos: approaching the port of Diafani, from Olympos. Keywords: architecture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13443 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: one of many small churches on the outskirts of the town, raised above the level of the surrounding desolate ground. Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13442 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: "The three Doric columns of Olympos: the woman of Olympos, as the column representing tradition, calls her ancestors from Vroukounta and Nisyros to join her in silent protest. She is holding her baby in the traditional sheet as she gazes with a worried look at her village, which is being deserted....." Keywords: architecture, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13441 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: one of many small churches on the outskirts of the town. Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13440 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: Taverna Olympos, with a colourful tableau illustrating the various stages of wine-making. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13439 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: parish church and cemetery, on the main road. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13438 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: one of many small churches on the outskirts of the town. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13437 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: abandoned windmills on the ridge, previously in constant use for milling flour, with a small whitewashed church in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13436 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: view of the square and main street from the tower. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13435 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: a typical alley in the old town, with bell tower and clock tower in view. Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13434 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: abandoned windmills on the ridge, previously in constant use for milling flour. Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13433 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: a familiar figure in the town: an elderly resident in traditional dress. Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13432 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: much-photographed St. Filimon Church. Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13431 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: gift shop overlooking the sea, with a vivid Bougainvillea on the verandah. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13430 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: view of the rocky coastline to the north, below Profitis Elias (718m). Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13429 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: small windmill on the side of the cliff facing the sea. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13428 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: a tiny balcony overlooking the sea. Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13427 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: from the terraced roof of the Panorama Cafe visitors have an impressive view. Keywords: architecture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13426 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: a delightful tableau of drinking Chukar, painted by local artisans. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13425 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: a handsome classical facade, looking onto the main square. Keywords: architecture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13424 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: intricate carving on a double-door in the main square. Keywords: architecture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13423 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: colourful traditional tableau painted by local artisans. Keywords: architecture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13422 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: clock- and belltower of the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin with colourful religious tableau painted by local artisans. Keywords: architecture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13421 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: elderly shopkeeper in traditional dress stringing necklaces for sale in her boutique. Keywords: artisan, colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13420 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: church and belltower with abandoned windmills astride the ridge. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13419 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: a colourful selection of carrier-bag designs with tourist-appeal. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13418 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: shopkeeper in traditional dress, with a well stocked souvenir shop including attractive carpets. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13417 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: the town has a high feline population. Keywords: cats, colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, pets, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13416 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: church and belltower with abandoned windmills astride the ridge. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13415 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: shopkeeper in traditional dress. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13414 Greece, Island of Karpathos: approaching the mountain-top village of Olympos in its breathtaking setting. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13413 Greece, Island of Karpathos: approaching the mountain-top village of Olympos in its breathtaking setting. Showing the serpentine road up from the coast- Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13412 Greece, Island of Karpathos: approaching the mountain-top village of Olympos in its breathtaking setting. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13411 Greece, Island of Karpathos: approaching the mountain-top village of Olympos in its breathtaking setting. Showing many of the abandoned dwellings on the hillside. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13410 Greece, Island of Karpathos: approaching the mountain-top village of Olympos in its breathtaking setting. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13409 Greece, Island of Karpathos: signpost for hikers on the road up to Olympos. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13408 Greece, Island of Karpathos: first glimpse of the mountain-top village of Olympos in its breathtaking setting. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13407 Greece, Island of Karpathos: first glimpse of the mountain-top village of Olympos in its breathtaking setting. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13406 Greece, Island of Karpathos: first glimpse of the mountain-top village of Olympos in its breathtaking setting. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13405 Greece, Island of Karpathos, Diafani: promenade and waterfront with colourful church tower in the background. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13404 Greece, Island of Karpathos: approaching the port of Diafani. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13403 Greece, Island of Karpathos: the secluded beach in Palatia Bay on the northern Saria peninsula is ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13402 Greece, Island of Karpathos: caves in the cliffs and translucent green water in Palatia Bay on the northern Saria peninsula. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13401 Greece, Island of Karpathos: bizarre rock formations in Palatia Bay on the northern Saria peninsula. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13400 Greece, Island of Karpathos: bizarre rock formations in Palatia Bay on the northern Saria peninsula. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13398 Greece, Island of Karpathos: bizarre coastal rock formations in Palatia Bay on the northern Saria peninsula. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13397 Greece, Island of Karpathos: bizarre rock formations in Palatia Bay on the northern Saria peninsula. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13396 Greece, Island of Karpathos: Palatia Bay on the northern Saria peninsula with a protected beach and anchorage, ideal for swimming. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13395 Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: a group of colourful houses on the mountainside, isolated from the others. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13393 Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: view of the town (pop. 300) with colourful house facades and Byzantine fortification on a hilltop in the backgound. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13392 Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: clocktower and facade of the town hall, with Byzantine fortification on a hilltop behind. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13391 Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: view of the town (pop. 300) and waterfront, with yacht moorings on the jetty. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13390 Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: the imposing town hall with double flying staircase. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13389 Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: the Turkish sailing boat "Bahriyeli C" is the largest vessel in the harbour. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13388 Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: view of the town (pop. 300) and filligree belltower of St. Nicholas, with small boats moored in the foreground. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13387 Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: view of the town (pop. 300) and waterfront, dominated by the filligree belltower of St. Nicholas. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13386 Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: the Turkish sailing boat "Bahriyeli C" is the largest vessel in the harbour. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13385 Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: view of the town (pop. 300) and waterfront, with yacht moorings on the jetty. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13384 Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: view of the town (pop. 300) and waterfront, dominated by the filligree belltower of St. Nicholas. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13383 Greece, Island of Chalki: Blue Star Ferry "Chios" dwarfs the town of Emporio. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13382 Greece, Island of Chalki, Emporio: a group of houses with colourful facades with immediate access to the sea. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13381 Greece, Island of Chalki: approaching the town Emporio, at the foot of a mountain, from the sea, with ruined fortress on another mountain in the background. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13380 Greece, Island of Chalki: approaching the town of Emporio, at the foot of a mountain, from the sea, with ruined fortress on another mountain in the background. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13379 Greece, Island of Chalki: approaching the town of Emporio, at the foot of a mountain, from the sea, with surrounding barren scenery. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Halki, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D13378 Greece, Island of Alimia: ruined fortification, proudly flying the Greek flag. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D13377 Greece, Island of Alimia: house of the presumed only inhabitants of the tiny island which has its own chapel, Agios Georgios. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D13376 Greece, Island of Symi: small boat moorings with the promontory and its churches in the background. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D13375 Greece, Island of Symi: a typical street with colourful classical facades. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D13374 Greece, Island of Symi: shops on the quayside with small boat moorings. Some of the classical facades visible on the hillside behind. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D13373 Greece, Island of Symi: inner harbour with yacht moorings and barren hillside behind. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D13372 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront where the yachts are moored. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D13371 Greece, Island of Symi: the clocktower or belltower (1881), standing on the point, separates the two bays Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D13370 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades with church and belltower on the promontory. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D13365 Turkey, Datca Peninsular, Datca: yacht arriving on a silver sea. Keywords: idyll, lighting effects, mood, picturesque, surreal, tranquil
PMR-D13364 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: distant view of the ruined town dating back to the 4th century BC in its present position. It counted about 70,000 inhabitants and had a famous medical school in its prime. Keywords: Aegean , archeology, Bahriyeli C, classical, cruising, excavations, Hellenic, maritime, picturesque, sailing ship
PMR-D13349 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didim: Turkish fishing boats setting out for a night's fishing during sunset Keywords: boats, calm, evening, fishing nets, picturesque, reflections, ships, tranquil, twilight, vessels
PMR-D13348 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didim: a Turkish fishing boat setting out for a night's fishing during sunset Keywords: boats, calm, evening, fishing nets, picturesque, reflections, ships, tranquil, twilight, vessels
PMR-D13347 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didim: a Turkish fishing boat setting out for a night's fishing during sunset under a rising moon Keywords: boats, calm, evening, fishing nets, picturesque, reflections, ships, tranquil, twilight, vessels
PMR-D13346 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didim: a Turkish fishing boat setting out for a night's fishing during sunset under a rising moon Keywords: boats, calm, evening, fishing nets, picturesque, reflections, ships, tranquil, twilight, vessels
PMR-D13344 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didim: colourful fishing vessels in the harbour Keywords: boats, fishing nets, picturesque, port, ships
PMR-D13343 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didim: colourful fishing vessels in the harbour Keywords: boats, fishing nets, picturesque, port, ships
PMR-D13342 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didim: colourful fishing vessels in the harbour with open air restaurant on the quayside in the foreground Keywords: boats, fishing nets, picturesque, port, ships
PMR-D13338 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didim: colourful fishing vessels in the harbour Keywords: boats, fishing nets, picturesque, port, ships
PMR-D13337 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didim: colourful fishing vessels in the harbour Keywords: boats, fishing nets, picturesque, port, ships
PMR-D13336 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didim: colourful fishing vessels in the harbour Keywords: boats, fishing nets, picturesque, port, ships
PMR-D13335 Turkey, Bodrum: view of the Castle of St. Peter with yachts in the harbour, built by the crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones taken from the Mausoleum or grave of King Mausollos in Halicarnassus. Keywords: architecture, fortress, Halicarnossos, heritage, historic, Knights Hospitaller, picturesque
PMR141-09 Switzerland, Ticino, Locarno on Lago Maggiore: view of the town and Cardada Alp from the lake, with jetty and promenade, lake cruisers and moored motor boats. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, mountains, wooded, slope, hillside
PMR141-07 Italy, Piedmonte, Pallanza on Lago Maggiore: the ferryboat at moorings with the town crowding the bay, and mountains in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, boats, village
PMR141-06 Italy, Piedmonte, Pallanza on Lago Maggiore: view of the bay with fishing boats, the town behind with mountains in the background. Italy, Piedmonte, Pallanza on Lago Maggiore: view of the bay with fishing boats, the town behind with mountains in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, boats, moorings, village
PMR141-05 Italy, Piedmonte, Stresa on Lago Maggiore: view of the tree-lined promenade and lake, with roses in the foreground and Isola Bella nearby. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, flowers, flowerbeds
PMR141-04 Italy, Piedmonte, Stresa on Lago Maggiore: view of the lake, with jetty and lake pleasure boats, roses in the foreground and Isola Bella in the background. Italy, Piedmonte, Stresa on Lago Maggiore: view of the lake, with jetty and lake pleasure boats, roses in the foreground and Isola Bella in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, flowers, boats
PMR141-03 Italy, Piedmonte, Stresa on Lago Maggiore: view of promenade and lake, with jetty and lake pleasure boats, roses in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, flowerbeds, quay, jetty, lake cruiser, mountains
PMR141-02 Italy, Lombardy, Laveno on Lago Maggiore: view of the harbour and tree-shaded promenade. Keywords: picturesque, port, boats, yachts, reflections, Varese, moorings
PMR138-11 Italy, Rome: reflections of the temple and oleander in the picturesque lake in the Borghese Gardens. Keywords: heritage, culture, capital city, reflections, waterfowl, ducks, classical, architecture
PMR138-10 Italy, Rome: the picturesque lake in the Borghese Gardens with oleander in the foreground. Keywords: heritage, culture, capital city, reflections, waterfowl, ducks
PMR137-09 Switzerland, Stein am Rhein on Lake Constance: the bridge over the Rhine. Keywords: Bodensee, architecture, woods, castle, picturesque, colourful
PMR137-07 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Wangen: the Renaissance-style Rathaus (Town Hall), adjoining the Stadttor (Town Gate). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, heritage, architecture, mediaeval, gate tower
PMR137-06 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Wangen: Herrenstrasse with fountain, surmounted by a religious figure and the Ravensburg Gate (15th century) in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, heritage, architecture, mediaeval, gate tower
PMR137-05 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Wangen: altar and flowers laid out before the Frauentor for Fronleichnam (Corpus Christi) service. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, heritage, architecture, mediaeval, step gable, gate tower, wrought iron sign, religion
PMR137-04 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Wangen: the High Street, Herrenstrasse, decorated with birch branches for Fronleichnam (Corpus Christi) Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, heritage, architecture, mediaeval, gate tower
PMR137-03 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Wangen: Herrenstrasse, the High Street, decorated with birch branches for Fronleichnam (Corpus Christi). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, heritage, architecture, mediaeval, step gable, gate tower, wrought iron sign
PMR136-10 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: view of Gasseldorf, sheltered by its limestone cliffs, and the Wiesent Valley, from Hummerstein (472 metres). Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, Franconia, landscape, nature, countryside, woods, rooftops
PMR136-09 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: view of the Leinleiter Valley from Hummerstein, with the village of Unterleinleiter in the distance. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, Franconia, landscape, nature, countryside, woods
PMR136-08 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: group of hikers in the woods near the village of Streitberg. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, woods, Franconia, landscape, nature, countryside, trees
PMR136-06 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: hikers gathered around the entrance to the "Little Miracle Cave" in a wood near Streitberg. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, woods, Franconia, nature, countryside, trees
PMR136-05 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: view of the village of Streitberg and the Wiesent Valley. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, woods, Franconia, landscape, nature, countryside
PMR135-06 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: view across the Inn valley from the woods on the lower slopes of Mount Patscherkofel (2247 metres), with snow-covered mountains on the north of the Inn valley as backdrop. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sport, skiing
PMR135-05 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: competitor in a ski-slalom on the upper slopes of Mount Patscherkofel (2247 metres), with snow-covered mountains on the north of the Inn valley as backdrop. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sport, skiing
PMR135-04 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: colourful hang-glider just after launching from the summit of Mount Patscherkofel (2247 metres), with a view along the Inn Valley and snow capped peaks. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, wintersports, snow, flying, sport
PMR135-03 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: colourful hang-glider about to be launched from the summit of Mount Patscherkofel (2247 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, wintersports, snow, flying, sport
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
PMR135-01 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: view of the town from the ski-slopes of Mount Patscherkofel (2247 metres), with snow-covered mountains on the north of the Inn valley as backdrop. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sport, skiing
PMR134-05 England, London: illuminated Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square at night. Keywords: metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR134-04 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: winter scene on an autobahn layby near Cologne. Keywords: snow, frost, hoar frost, picturesque
PMR134-03 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: winter scene on an autobahn layby near Cologne. Keywords: snow, frost, hoar frost, picturesque
PMR134-02 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: winter scene on an autobahn layby near Cologne. Keywords: snow, frost, hoar frost, picturesque
PMR134-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: waterfall in the woods at Tatzelwurm in autumn. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque
PMR-D13334 Germany, Bavaria, Ebermannstadt: Market place with Gasthof zur Post and flower-bedeckt Swan Brewery and restaurant. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiesent Valley
PMR-D13333 Germany, Bavaria, Ebermannstad: the Marienkapelle, oldest building in the town, dating back to Roman times and before, but badly damaged and rebuilt many times. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiesent Valley
PMR-D13332 Germany, Bavaria, Ebermannstad: the Marienkapelle, oldest building in the town, dating back to Roman times and before, but badly damaged and rebuilt many times. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiesent Valley
PMR-D13331 Germany, Bavaria, Ebermannstadt: water wheel and sluice gates on an arm of the River Wiesent. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiesent Valley
PMR-D13330 Germany, Bavaria, Ebermannstadt: Roman Catholic church of St. Nikolaus, built in 1859 in neo Romanesque style. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiesent Valley
PMR-D13329 Germany, Bavaria, Ebermannstadt: Market place and Hauptstrasse at the time of the summer festival. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiesent Valley
PMR-D13328 Germany, Bavaria, Ebermannstadt: one of the old water wheels on an arm of the River Wiesent, the hallmark of the modern town. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiesent Valley
PMR-D13327 Germany, Bavaria, Ebermannstadt: timber-frame antique shop on the Hauptstrasse (main street) with penny-farthing bicycle and butter churn for sale. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiesent Valley
PMR-D13326 Germany, Bavaria, Ebermannstadt: Market place with Gasthof zur Post and timber-frame building, now occupied by a bakery. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiesent Valley
PMR-D12934 Germany, Bayern, Schloss Höchstädt: the castle was built between 1589 and 1602 as a seat for the widow of Count Palatine (Pfalzgraf) Philipp Ludwig von Neuburg. In 1704 over 20,000 men died in the nearby Battle of Blenheim. The castle facade with corner towers and the old Gothic tower incorporated in the building. Keywords: architecture, culture, Duke of Marlborough, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, turrets
PMR-D12933 Germany, Bayern, Schloss Höchstädt: the castle was built between 1589 and 1602 as a seat for the widow of Count Palatine (Pfalzgraf) Philipp Ludwig von Neuburg. In 1704 over 20,000 men died in the nearby Battle of Blenheim. View of the castle entrance and corner tower. Keywords: architecture, culture, Duke of Marlborough, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, turret
PMR-D12932 Germany, Bayern, Schloss Höchstädt: the castle was built between 1589 and 1602 as a seat for the widow of Count Palatine (Pfalzgraf) Philipp Ludwig von Neuburg. In 1704 over 20,000 men died in the nearby Battle of Blenheim. Part of the permanent exhibition devoted to the Battle of Blenheim in 1704. Keywords: architecture, culture, Duke of Marlborough, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, soldiery, uniforms
PMR-D12931 Germany, Bayern, Schloss Höchstädt: the castle was built between 1589 and 1602 as a seat for the widow of Count Palatine (Pfalzgraf) Philipp Ludwig von Neuburg. In 1704 over 20,000 men died in the nearby Battle of Blenheim. The ceiling of the castle chapel has some of the finest Protestant frescos in southern Germany. Keywords: architecture, culture, Duke of Marlborough, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D12930 Germany, Bayern, Schloss Höchstädt: the castle was built between 1589 and 1602 as a seat for the widow of Count Palatine (Pfalzgraf) Philipp Ludwig von Neuburg. In 1704 over 20,000 men died in the nearby Battle of Blenheim. View of the castle courtyard. Keywords: architecture, culture, Duke of Marlborough, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D12929 Germany, Bayern, Schloss Höchstädt: the castle was built between 1589 and 1602 as a seat for the widow of Count Palatine (Pfalzgraf) Philipp Ludwig von Neuburg. In 1704 over 20,000 men died in the nearby Battle of Blenheim. White storks (Ciconia ciconia) return every year to breed. Keywords: architecture, birds, culture, Duke of Marlborough, heritage, historic, mediaeval, ornithology, picturesque
PMR-D12928 Germany, Bayern, Schloss Höchstädt: the castle was built between 1589 and 1602 as a seat for the widow of Count Palatine (Pfalzgraf) Philipp Ludwig von Neuburg. In 1704 over 20,000 men died in the nearby Battle of Blenheim. White storks (Ciconia ciconia) return every year to breed. Keywords: architecture, birds, culture, Duke of Marlborough, heritage, historic, mediaeval, ornithology, picturesque
PMR-D12927 Germany, Bayern, Schloss Höchstädt: the castle was built between 1589 and 1602 as a seat for the widow of Count Palatine (Pfalzgraf) Philipp Ludwig von Neuburg. In 1704 over 20,000 men died in the nearby Battle of Blenheim. View of the castle from the south-west. Keywords: architecture, culture, Duke of Marlborough, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, turret
PMR-D12926 Germany, Bayern, Schloss Höchstädt: the castle was built between 1589 and 1602 as a seat for the widow of Count Palatine (Pfalzgraf) Philipp Ludwig von Neuburg. In 1704 over 20,000 men died in the nearby Battle of Blenheim. View of the castle from the west. Keywords: architecture, culture, Duke of Marlborough, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, turrets
PMR-D12845 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. Half-timbered houses in the Hauptstrasse. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12844 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. Hauptstrasse, with the Haus Feyerabend at the end, boasting a handsome oriel window from 1563. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12843 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. The "Bügeleisenhaus" ("flat-iron-house") Badgasse 10, the smallest timber-frame building in the town. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12842 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. Timber-framed houses in the market place (Marktplatz). Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. Timber-framed houses in the market place (Marktplatz). Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12841 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. A neatly-built turret on the side of the Red Tower (Roter Turm), with the "Nürnberger Türmchen" on the corner of the bastion, behind. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12840 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. View of the Hauptstrasse from the walls of the Stauferpfalz, with the Dominican church in the distance. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12839 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. View of the Blauer Turm from the walls of the Stauferpfalz. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12838 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. The River Neckar from the wall of the Stauferpfalz, with the village of Offenau in the distance. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12837 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. Colourful display of kitsch. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12836 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. The Blauer Turm (Blue Tower) in the Kaiserpfalz (ca. 1200). Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12835 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. The Blauer Turm (Blue Tower) in the Kaiserpfalz (ca. 1200). Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12834 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. Twin towers of the parish church, dating from 13th century, later converted to Gothic style. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12833 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. The Lion Fountain, with former hospital on the left. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12832 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. View towards the market place, with the towers of the parish church behind. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12831 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Wimpfen: the town dates back to Celtic times, and was an important Roman and Staufer centre when the Stauferpfalz (citadel) was built in the 12th century. Hauptstrasse and the start of the pedestrian zone. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, culture, heritage, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, timber-frame, wattle and daub
PMR-D12828 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Heilbronn: the west tower of the Kilianskirche (63m.), built of local sandstone between 1508 and 1529 by Hans Schweiner, is regarded as one of the most original early Renaissance buildings in Germany. Keywords: architecture, church, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, Saint Cillian, Saint Kilian, Saint Killian
PMR-D12826 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Heilbronn: the tower of the former Franciscan Monastery was rebuilt in 1727 and is today known as the "Hafenmarktturm" (harbour-market-tower). The monastery was dissolved in 1544. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D12825 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Heilbronn: the faces of the astronomical clock dating from 1580 on the facade of the town hall (Rathaus). Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, horology, mechanical, mediaeval, picturesque, scientific
PMR-D12823 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Heilbronn: rebuilt after WWII, the Renaissance-style town hall (Rathaus) boasts an astronomical clock dating from 1580. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D12822 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Heilbronn: River Neckar from the Friedrich Ebert Bridge, with colourful flowers in the foreground. Keywords: attractive, culture, enchanting, heritage, nature, picturesque, reflections, scenic
PMR133-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: yellow cablecar ascending Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres) with skiers. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow
PMR133-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view of Mount Wendelstein with autumn colour in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, beech, colourful
PMR133-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Deutsches Museum on an island in the River Isar, with the Maximilianeum (Bavarian Parliament Building) in the distance. Keywords: München, architecture, towers, picturesque, historic
PMR133-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the Cascade and Neptune Fountain in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, picturesque, flowerbeds, colourful, statuary
PMR132-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria: vivid flowerbeds in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, annuals, begonias, park, gardens
PMR132-09 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: "beer and sausage" at a pavement cafe in the old town, with the "Goldenes Dachl" (Golden Roof) in the background. Keywords: picturesque, eating, meal, snack, restaurant, pedestrian zone, tourists
PMR132-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle from the south west. Germany's tourist attraction number 1. Keywords: alpine, cliff, fairytale castle, turrets, towers, crags, Fussen, colourful, architecture, picturesque
PMR132-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: picnic in a clearing of the woods on the Tegelberg mountain. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR132-04 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Ulm: the "Schiefes Haus" (Crooked House) on the tanners' canal in the Fishermen's Quarter. Keywords: Swabia, heritage, architecture, half-timbered, timber-framed, picturesque, historic, gables, dormer
PMR132-03 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Ulm: timber-frame houses in the "Fishermen's Quarter" by the River Danube. Keywords: colourful, Swabia, heritage, architecture, half-timbered, historic, picturesque
PMR131-12 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia: the Veste Coburg dates back to the 11th century and is one of Germany's largest castles, latterly the seat of the Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha. The bust of Martin Luther looks down disapprovingly on a modern wedding couple posing by a cannon. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic, fortress, defence, fortifications, architecture, marriage, bride
PMR131-11 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia: the Veste Coburg dates back to the 11th century and is one of Germany's largest castles, latterly the seat of the Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha. Chapel used by Martin Luther in 1530 (rebuilt in Gothic style in 1847). The end gable of the Ducal Residence Building (Furstenbau). Cannons on the battlements. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic, fortress, defence, fortifications, architecture
PMR131-09 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: the village of Gossweinstein with its prominent basilica, built by Balthasar Neumann between 1730 and 1739. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, woods, historic, architecture, Baroque
PMR131-08 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: part of the village of Pottenstein, overlooked by its castle on a rocky outcrop. View from the east. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, woods, historic, tithebarn
PMR131-07 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: the main square of Pottenstein, with the Maria Fountain and church, overlooked by the castle of the Wintzingerode family, which dates back to the 11th century. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, woods, historic, architecture, timber frame
PMR131-06 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: camping by the River Puttlach, not far from Pottenstein. Keywords: picturesque, woods, tent, countryside, valley, rural
PMR131-05 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: view of the village of Pottenstein and its castle on a defensive rock, from a hill to the west. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, woods, historic, panorama, defence, fortifications, mediaeval, landscape
PMR131-04 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: part of the village of Pottenstein, overlooked by its castle on a rocky outcrop. View from the south-east. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, woods, historic
PMR131-03 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: houses built on and between the pointed limestone pinnacles in the village of Tuchersfeld in the Ailsbach Valley. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, architecture, timber-framed, geology, geological
PMR131-02 Germany, Bavaria, Frankische Schweiz: view of the village of Tuchersfeld in the Ailsbach Valley, from the top of one of the limestone pinnacles. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, panorama, bird's eye view, rooftops, woods
PMR131-01 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bayreuth: statue of Maximilian I in the courtyard of the old palace, with the tower of the palace church (Schlosskirche) behind. Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bayreuth: statue of Maximilian I in the courtyard of the old palace, with the tower of the palace church (Schlosskirche) behind. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Baroque, monument, historic
PMR130-12 France, Cote d'Azur, Gorbio: Mairie (Town Hall) of the village which perches on top of a steep hill overlooking Menton, not far from the Italian border. Keywords: Mediterranean, mediaeval, architecture, picturesque, historic, heritage, tricolor
PMR130-10 Monaco, Cote d'Azur: late afternoon in one of the narrow streets in the old quarter of Monaco. Keywords: Mediterranean, picturesque, colourful, wealthy, exclusive, prosperous, low-tax, tax haven, resort, holiday, principality, gambling
PMR130-09 Monaco, Cote d'Azur, Monte Carlo: view of the harbour entrance and commercial area from the old town on the promontory. Keywords: Mediterranean, picturesque, colourful, wealthy, exclusive, prosperous, low-tax, tax haven, resort, holiday, principality, gambling
PMR130-07 Monaco, Cote d'Azur, Monte Carlo: view of the Principality on its high promontory with its harbours and football pitch. The nearest building is the royal palace. Keywords: Mediterranean, picturesque, colourful, wealthy, exclusive, prosperous, low-tax, tax haven, resort, holiday, principality, gambling
PMR130-06 Monaco, Cote d'Azur, Monte Carlo: a colourful corner of the Exotic Gardens. Monaco, Cote d'Azur, Monte Carlo: a colourful corner of the Exotic Gardens. Keywords: Mediterranean, picturesque, colourful, wealthy, exclusive, prosperous, low-tax, tax haven, resort, holiday, principality, botanical, gambling
PMR130-05 Monaco, Cote d'Azur, Monte Carlo: towering cacti growing outdoors in the Exotic Gardens. Keywords: Mediterranean, picturesque, colourful, wealthy, exclusive, prosperous, low-tax, tax haven, resort, holiday, principality, botanical
PMR130-04 Monaco, Cote d'Azur, Monte Carlo: the Principality on its high promontory - view from the Exotic Gardens. Keywords: Mediterranean, picturesque, colourful, wealthy, exclusive, prosperous, low-tax, tax haven, resort, holiday, principality, panorama
PMR130-03 Monaco, Cote d'Azur, Monte Carlo: the Hermitage Hotel. Keywords: Mediterranean, picturesque, colourful, wealthy, exclusive, prosperous, low-tax, tax haven, resort, holiday, principality, architecture
PMR130-02 Monaco, Cote d'Azur, Monte Carlo: view of the city from the harbour. Keywords: Mediterranean, picturesque, colourful, wealthy, exclusive, prosperous, low-tax, tax haven, resort, holiday, principality, yachts
PMR130-01 Monaco, Cote d'Azur, Monte Carlo: approaching the Principality from Menton, the high-rise buildings dominate the modern city. Tennis courts in the foreground. Keywords: Mediterranean, picturesque, colourful, wealthy, exclusive, prosperous, low-tax, tax haven, resort, holiday, principality
PMR129-12 France, Cote d'Azur: red porphyry rocks of Cap Roux on the Esterel contrast strongly with the lucent blue sea. Keywords: Mediterranean, picturesque, coastline, colourful, geology, geological, cliffs
PMR129-11 France, Cote d'Azur: red porphyry rocks of the Esterel contrast strongly with the lucent blue sea. Keywords: Mediterranean, picturesque, coastline, colourful, geology, geological
PMR129-10 France, Cote d'Azur, St Raphael: the coast near the Esterel Massif, not far from St. Raphael, with solitary windsurfer. Keywords: Mediterranean, landscape, picturesque, coastline
PMR129-09 France, Cote d'Azur, St Raphael: the coast near the Esterel Massif, not far from St. Raphael, with Agave in the foreground. Keywords: Mediterranean, landscape, picturesque, coastline
PMR128-12 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. Bronze Cupid (cast by Sarazin in 1680) scrambling on a white marble sphinx (carved by Lerambert) standing near the place facade. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque, statue, monument, statuary
PMR128-11 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. Bronze figures of three children with dove, by the Water Parterre, designed by Charles le Brun. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque, statue, allegory
PMR128-07 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. Main facade of the Chateau, with the War Vase by Coysevox, in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque
PMR128-05 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. View of the Great Lake with the Queen's Cottage on its banks. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque
PMR128-03 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. Marie Antoinette's Hamlet in the grounds of the Petit Trianon - the Queen's Cottage and Billiard House, from the bridge over the fish-filled stream. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque, lake, reflections
PMR128-02 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. Marie Antoinette's Hamlet in the grounds of the Petit Trianon, reflected in the lake with lilies. It was commissioned in 1783. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque, lake
PMR128-01 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. The French Pavilion in the grounds of the Petit Trianon. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque, formal garden, perspective
PMR125-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Brewers' Procession on the opening Sunday of the Oktoberfest 1980: miniature brewers' dray drawn by white Shetland ponies. Keywords: München, picturesque, tradition, colourful, costumes, wagons, brewery, barrels, beer festival
PMR127-10 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. The Peristyle in the Grand Trianon, in the park. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque, gardens, grounds, classical
PMR127-09 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. The Colonnade by Mansart, in the park. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque, gardens, grounds
PMR127-08 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. A peaceful corner of the park - the Mirror Lake, adjoining the King's Garden. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque, gardens, grounds
PMR127-07 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. The Lizard Fountain, recalling the legend of the peasants turned into reptiles by Jupiter for ridiculing Latona. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque, gilded, park, grounds
PMR127-06 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. The Latona Fountain (missing are the figures of Latona, Diana and Apollo), and the Grand Canal, stretching to the horizon. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque, park, grounds
PMR127-05 France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. The gilded main gate at the entrance. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque, wrought ironwork, railings
PMR127-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: the Ostersee, part of a nature reserve south of Lake Starnberg, with Grey Lag Geese and the Alps in the background Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, reflections, landscape, mountains, waterfowl
PMR127-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: the Ostersee, part of a nature reserve south of Lake Starnberg. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, reflections, landscape
PMR126-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: multicoloured hang-glider ready for launch from the summit of the Tegelberg. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, flying, sport, snow
PMR126-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: assembling hang-gliders near the summit of the Tegelberg, near Füssen, Allgäu, with ski-ers and sun-worshippers in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, flying, sport, snow, skiing, piste
PMR126-06 Germany, Bavaria, Augsburg: Beechcraft C.24R Sierra 200, D-ELES, at Augsburg airport in the snow. Keywords: aircraft, air transport, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, colourful, picturesque
PMR126-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiking to Rossstein and Buchstein peaks, both 1698 metres high, in snowy conditions. Snow near the summit of the Rossstein. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, trekking, walking, winter, snowdrift
PMR126-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiking to Rossstein and Buchstein peaks, both 1698 metres high, in snowy conditions. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, trekking, walking, winter
PMR125-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle from the south west with the Forggensee (lake) in the background. Germany's tourist attraction number 1. Keywords: alpine, cliff, fairytale castle, turrets, towers, crags, Fussen, architecture, picturesque, landscape
PMR125-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle from his birthplace, Hohenschwangau Castle, with the Tegelberg mountain behind. Keywords: alpine, cliff, fairytale castle, turrets, towers, crags, Fussen, architecture, picturesque, landscape
PMR125-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Brewers' Procession on the opening Sunday of the Oktoberfest 1980: Bavarian Silver Band marching onto the festival grounds with the "Bavaria" figure and Hall of Fame in the background. Keywords: München, picturesque, tradition, colourful, costumes, wagons, brewery, barrels, beer festival
PMR125-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Brewers' Procession on the opening Sunday of the Oktoberfest 1980: visitors posing in front of a brewer's dray parked in front of the Lowenbrau beer tent. Keywords: München, picturesque, tradition, colourful, costumes, wagons, brewery, barrels, beer festival
PMR125-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Brewers' Procession on the opening Sunday of the Oktoberfest 1980: traditional horse-drawn brewers' dray with "Münchener Kindl" perched on the beer barrels. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, historic, tradition, colourful, costumes, wagons, brewery, barrels, beer festival
PMR124-11 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: the Bishops' New Palace (1712-41) with its own vineyards overlooking the promenade gardens. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque
PMR124-10 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Unteruhldingen: Pfahlbau Museum displays reconstructed Neolithic and Bronze Age houses built on piles over the Lake Constance. It was burnt down in 1976 but has been completely rebuilt. Keywords: picturesque, Swabia, Bodensee, heritage, architecture, prehistoric, thatched, wooden house, causeway, walkway, pier, handrail
PMR124-09 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Unteruhldingen: Pfahlbau Museum displays reconstructed Neolithic and Bronze Age houses built on piles over the Lake Constance. It was burnt down in 1976 but has been completely rebuilt. A dug-out canoe lying between two houses with paddles hanging by the window. Keywords: picturesque, Swabia, Bodensee, heritage, architecture, prehistoric, thatched, wooden house, causeway, walkway, pier, handrail
PMR124-08 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Unteruhldingen: Pfahlbau Museum displays reconstructed Neolithic and Bronze Age houses built on piles over the Lake Constance. It was burnt down in 1976 but has been completely rebuilt. Close view showing the wooden log construction, thatched roofs and window. Keywords: picturesque, Swabia, Bodensee, heritage, architecture, prehistoric, thatched, wooden house, causeway, walkway, pier, handrail
PMR124-07 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Unteruhldingen: Pfahlbau Museum displays reconstructed Neolithic and Bronze Age houses built on piles over the Lake Constance. It was burnt down in 1976 but has been completely rebuilt. View of the later-period houses from the pile bridge. Note the smoke hole in the roof with own "rooflet". Keywords: picturesque, Swabia, Bodensee, heritage, architecture, prehistoric, thatched, wooden house, causeway, walkway, pier, handrail
PMR124-06 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Unteruhldingen: Pfahlbau Museum displays reconstructed Neolithic and Bronze Age houses built on piles over the Lake Constance. It was burnt down in 1976 but has been completely rebuilt. Older-period houses are constructed of wattle and daub, with no windows. Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Unteruhldingen: Pfahlbau Museum displays reconstructed Neolithic and Bronze Age houses built on piles over the Lake Constance. It was burnt down in 1976 but has been completely rebuilt. Older-period houses are constructed of wattle and daub, with no windows. Keywords: picturesque, Swabia, Bodensee, heritage, architecture, prehistoric, thatched, wooden house, causeway, walkway, pier, handrail
PMR124-05 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Unteruhldingen: Pfahlbau Museum displays reconstructed Neolithic and Bronze Age houses built on piles over the Lake Constance. It was burnt down in 1976 but has been completely rebuilt. The group of houses from an older period, protected by a stockade and lookout tower. Keywords: picturesque, Swabia, Bodensee, heritage, architecture, prehistoric, thatched, wooden house, causeway, walkway
PMR124-04 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Unteruhldingen: Pfahlbau Museum displays reconstructed Neolithic and Bronze Age houses built on piles over the Lake Constance. It was burnt down in 1976 but has been completely rebuilt. A bridge on piles leading to the group of later-period houses. The clay oven visible next to nearest house. Keywords: picturesque, Swabia, Bodensee, heritage, architecture, prehistoric, thatched, wooden house, causeway, walkway, pier, handrail
PMR124-03 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Birnau: view of the Rococo pilgrimage church, built 1746-50 by Peter Thumb of the Vorarlberg School, which faces the Swiss Alps across Lake Constance. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, heritage, architecture, belltower
PMR124-02 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Birnau: view of the Rococo pilgrimage church, built 1746-50 by Peter Thumb of the Vorarlberg School, which faces the Swiss Alps across Lake Constance. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, heritage, architecture, belltower
PMR124-01 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Sipplingen: breakfast overlooking Lake Constance. Keywords: picturesque, Swabia, Bodensee, eating, mealtime, holiday, terrace, relaxing
PMR123-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: the lighthouse with boots moored along the jetty. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage
PMR123-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: promenade, with a lake steamer leaving the harbour between the famous lion and the lighthouse. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage
PMR123-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: the much decorated south facade of the Rathaus (Town Hall) with its step gable. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, frescoes, fountain, monument
PMR123-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: restaurant terrace overlooking the harbour. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance
PMR123-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: colourful gabled houses and cobbled streets close to the main square. Keywords: architecture, Baroque, historic, picturesque, heritage, gables, cokourful
PMR123-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the main square, with St. Mary Fountain and Town Hall (stucco facade by Domenikus Zimmermann, 1719). Keywords: architecture, Baroque, historic, picturesque, heritage, gables, cokourful
PMR123-05 Upper Austria, Salzkammergut: field of cow parsley and buttercups in the Lammer Valley, approaching Abtenau. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, spring, alpine, colourful, meadow, flowers, landscape
PMR123-04 Upper Austria, Salzkammergut: field of dandelions and buttercups in the Lammer Valley, approaching Abtenau. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, spring, alpine, mountains, colourful, meadow, flowers, landscape
PMR123-02 Upper Austria: view of Hallstatt with its lake from the entrance to the Ice Caves in Mount Dachstein. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountains, alpine
PMR123-01 Upper Austria, Salzkammergut: Gmunden on Lake Traun with Traunstein Mountain behind, and the Castle of Orth standing on a tiny island. Keywords: picturesque, boats, moorings, alpine
PMR122-12 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. Facade and twin towers of the abbey church, built 1232-1350, and converted to Baroque in 1682. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, heritage, Kremsmünster, historic
PMR122-09 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The moat and arcaded cloister, with the grammar school visible at the far end. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, reflections, heritage, Kremsmünster, learning
PMR122-07 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. View of the abbey church and gardens from the top of the Mathematical Tower. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Baroque, heritage, Kremsmünster
PMR122-06 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The five abbey fishponds in Renaissance style, built by Carlantonio Carlone in 1691 and added to by Prandtauer in the 18th century; in the foreground, the Triton and Neptune fountains. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, reflections, heritage, Kremsmünster, statuary, carp, arcades, antlers
PMR122-05 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The five abbey fishponds in Renaissance style, built by Carlantonio Carlone in 1691 and added to by Prandtauer in the 18th century. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, reflections, heritage, Kremsmünster, statuary, carp
PMR122-04 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The Observatory or Mathematical Tower, "the oldest skyscraper in Europe", built 1748-58, now houses the Natural History Museum. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Baroque, heritage, Kremsmünster
PMR122-03 Upper Austria, Wels: the town square and fountain, with the historic Lederturm (1618) in the background. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, heritage, scenic
PMR122-02 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The moat and Porter's Bridge with the Bridge Gate (1667). Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Baroque, reflections, heritage, Kremsmünster, historic
PMR122-01 Upper Austria: landscape with the northern foothills of the Alps, taken between Lambach and Wels. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, spring, rural, fields
PMR121-12 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: River Salzach and the Rudolfskai (Rudolph Quay) with Hohensalzburg Fortress on its hill behind. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, rooftops, Mozart, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture
PMR121-10 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: view of the Cathedral, St Peter's Church and Hohensalzburg Fortress with the River Salzach in the foreground, from the Hettwer Bastion on the Mount of the Capuchins. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, rooftops, Mozart, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture, Rudolfskai
PMR121-09 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: view of the Cathedral and Hohensalzburg Fortress with the River Salzach in the foreground, from the Hettwer Bastion on the Mount of the Capuchins. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, rooftops, Mozart, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture
PMR121-07 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: statue of Mozart in the Mozartplatz (by Ludwig Schwanthaler, 1842). Keywords: picturesque, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture, monument, sculture, memorial
PMR121-06 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: view from the Monchsberg, with the Kollegien Church, Cathedral, Franciscan Church, St. Peter's Church and Hohensalzburg Fortress. On the right, the Festspielhaus, formerly the court stables. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, rooftops, Mozart, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture, Mönchsberg
PMR121-05 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: view from the Monchsberg, with the River Salzach and bridges, Holy Trinity Church and the wooded Mount of the Capuchins in the background. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, rooftops, Mozart, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture, Mönchsberg
PMR121-04 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: view from the Monchsberg, with the Kollegien Church, Cathedral, Franciscan Church, St. Peter's Church and Hohensalzburg Fortress. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, rooftops, Mozart, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture, Mönchsberg
PMR121-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wasserburg-am-Inn: the Gothic Town Hall (Rathaus), with part of a fresco illustrating the various trades carried on in the town. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic, step gable
PMR121-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wasserburg-am-Inn: the main gate, approached across the bridge over the River Inn. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic
PMR121-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wasserburg-am-Inn: backs of burgher houses on the main street, overlooking the River Inn. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic, reflections
PMR119-08 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Rodergasse with its row of gables, from the Roder Tower. Visible in the background are the Town Hall Tower, St. Jacobus' Church and the White Tower. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, bird's eye view
PMR119-07 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: outer fortifications to the Roder Gate, from the top of the Roder Tower. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables, bird's eye view
PMR119-06 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: cottages built-on to the town wall by the Klingen Gate (Klingentor). Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR119-05 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: St. Wolfgang's or Shepherds' Church (15th century Gothic); the outer side forms part of the town wall, and in the roof are fortified defence positions. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, gables
PMR119-02 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: view of the Market Square, Ratsherrntrinkstube, White Tower and town wall, from the Rathaus Tower. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables, rooftops, bird's eye view
PMR118-12 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: view of the Herrngasse from the Town Hall Tower, with the Herrn Fountain, Franciscan Church, Castle Gate-Tower and surrounding wooded countryside. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables, rooftops
PMR118-11 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: typical old cottages in the Klosterhof, with arched gate for coaches. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, gables
PMR118-10 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: "Feuerleinserker", an oriel window on the corner of Klingengasse and Klosterhof. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables, wood-carving, bull's eye glass
PMR118-09 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Japanese artist painting the view of the Klingergasse and Klingentor. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables, cobblestones
PMR118-08 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: a typical street of half-timbered houses. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR118-07 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: watching the "Meistertrunk" figures on the gable of the Ratsherrntrinkstube: General Tilly and Mayor Nutsch who drank a 3.25-litre bumper of wine in 10 minutes, thereby saving the town from being plundered by Tilly's men! Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables, tradition, drinking contest, spectators
PMR118-06 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Castle Gate-Tower at the end of the Herrengasse. The building on the right houses the Puppet Theatre. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR118-05 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Siebers Tower (13th Century), formerly the southern entrance gate-tower. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR118-04 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the Hegereiter House in the courtyard of the hospital, formerly housed the hospital kitchens. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, gables, tower
PMR118-03 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: in the central court of the Hospital Bastion, built by Leonhard Weidmann. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR118-02 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: wooden pedestrian bridge over the moat, next to the Hospital-Bastion-Gate. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR118-01 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Hospital Bastion, with 7 gates, portcullis, drawbridge and rampart! (built by Leonhard Weidmann in the 16th century). Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR120-12 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: St. Johannis' Church, built 1957, retaining part of the ruined facade of the previous Gothic-style church which was destroyed during WWII. Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: St. Johannis' Church, built 1957, retaining part of the ruined facade of the previous Gothic-style church which was destroyed during WWII. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic
PMR120-11 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: Schonborn Gate, built by Prince-Bishop Johann Philipp von Schonborn (1642-73) near the mass grave of the victims of the massacre. (The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred). Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic
PMR120-10 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: Echter Gate in the Bastion (1605), built by Prince-Bishop Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in1631 and the 600-man garrison massacred. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic
PMR120-09 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: the round church of St. Mary, dating back to 706 AD. The red sandstone portal was added in the early 17th century. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic
PMR120-08 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: Scherenberg Gate with St. Killian's Tower behind. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia
PMR120-07 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: view to the north-east from the Marianberg, with the old bridge and weir, St. Burkard's Romanesque Basilica in the foreground, and behind (left to right): the Marienkapelle, Stift Haug (Baroque, 1691, by Petrini), Neumunster (with cupola, 11th century Romanesque Basilica with Baroque facade) and the Cathedral. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic, panorama
PMR120-05 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: view to the east from the Marienberg, with vineyard and St. Burkard's Romanesque Basilica on the near bank of the river, and the old university (red sandstone tower), St. Johannis' Church (top, left) and St. Stephan's Church (middle right) on the far bank of the River Main. Keywords: reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic, panorama
PMR120-04 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: view to the north-east from the Marienberg, with the old bridge (built 1473-1543), Gothic Marienkapelle (with red spire), Rathaus (Town Hall) and the Cathedral. Keywords: reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic, panorama
PMR120-03 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: the Cathedral, the 4th largest Romanesque cathedral in Germany. Begun in 1045, completely destroyed in 1945, and rebuilt 1966-67. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic
PMR120-02 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: old crane with wooden jib, built about 1770 by Franz Ignaz, son of Balthasar Neumann, the architect. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic, quayside
PMR120-01 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: view of the city and old bridge from the Kapelle Church. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic, panorama
PMR119-12 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Obere Schmiedgasse: the Masterbuilder's House, built by Weidmann in Renaissance style in 1596, and the Gasthof zum Greifen, 14th century Gothic, formerly the residence of Mayor Toppler. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, gables
PMR119-11 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the Old Forge and the Roder Tower (Roderturm), seen from the defenders' gallery on the town wall. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR119-10 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the Old Forge. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR119-09 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: town wall and defenders' gallery with defence towers, looking north from the top of the Roder Tower. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR117-12 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the handsome Renaissance facade of the Town Hall with its arcades. Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the handsome Renaissance facade of the Town Hall with its arcades. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Franconia
PMR117-11 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the Herterichs Fountain (Renaissance style) with the figure of St. George on a column; left: Jagstheimer House with oriel; right: the Town Hall. Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the Herterichs Fountain (Renaissance style) with the figure of St. George on a column; left: Jagstheimer House with oriel; right: the Town Hall. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR117-10 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the Town Hall, the front built in Renaissance style (16th century), and behind the Gothic part (13th century) with its 60-metre belltower. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR117-09 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the White Tower, part of the oldest town fortifications (12th century). Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR117-08 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: view of St. Jacobus' Church from the Market Place. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR117-07 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: early morning shoppers in sunlight with lilac and horse chestnut in bloom. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR117-06 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Nordlingen: the Lopsinger Gate Tower rebuilt in 1593-4 by Wolfgang Walberger, seen from the wooden defenders' gallery on the old town wall. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic
PMR117-05 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Nordlingen: the Lopsinger Gate Tower rebuilt in 1593-4 by Wolfgang Walberger. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic
PMR117-04 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Nordlingen: Lopsinger Gate Tower from the defenders' gallery on the old town wall. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic
PMR117-03 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Nordlingen: the old town wall and defenders' gallery with built-on cottages. In the background rises the Deininger Gate Tower. Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic
PMR117-02 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Harburg: Biergarten in the castle courtyard (mostly under renovation at this time). Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic
PMR117-01 Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Constance on the Bodensee: Town Hall inner court, rebuilt in 1593 by master builder Guldinast. Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Constance on the Bodensee: Town Hall inner court, rebuilt in 1593 by master builder Guldinast. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Konstanz, Swabia, architecture, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Renaissance
PMR116-12 Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Constance on the Bodensee: the "Schnetztor", an old town gate with prison. The Swiss border lies just a few minutes' walk from this gate. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Konstanz, Swabia, architecture, historic, heritage, mediaeval
PMR116-11 Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Constance on the Bodensee: Hotel Barbarossa, an inn since 1419, and the "Haus zum hohen Hafen", built about 1425. The frescoes illustrate the investiture of Friedrich of Zollern as Count of Brandenburg which took place in front of the house. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Konstanz, Swabia, architecture, historic, heritage, mediaeval
PMR116-10 Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Constance on the Bodensee: "Wohnturm zum goldenen Lowen", a five-storey tower house built about 1450, with frescoes from 1580, typical of Constance. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Konstanz, Swabia, architecture, historic, heritage, mediaeval
PMR116-09 Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Constance on the Bodensee: the former church of St. Johann, since 1889 the Domhotel St. Johann. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Konstanz, Swabia, architecture, historic, heritage, mediaeval
PMR116-08 Germany, Baden-Wurtemmberg, Constance on the Bodensee: the Rhine Gate Tower (ca. 1200 AD), site of the original bridge across the Rhine; on the left, the former Monastery of Zoffingen. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Konstanz, Swabia, architecture, historic, heritage, mediaeval
PMR116-07 Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Constance on the Bodensee: the Council Building, dating back to 1388, in which the Conclave was held which elected Cardinal Otto of Colonna as Pope Martin V, 8th-17th Nomber 1417. Now modernised and used as a congress and festival hall. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Konstanz, Swabia, architecture, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Zeppelin, monument
PMR116-06 Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Constance: flowerbeds and fountains on the lakeside, with monument to Count Zeppelin (left), inventor of the dirigible airship, born in Constance in 1838. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens
PMR116-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: beds of tulips in the courtyard of the mansion, seen through the decorative wrought-iron grille (B = Bernadotte). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical
PMR116-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: drifts of tulips in a clearing with one of many redwood trees in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical
PMR116-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: view of the lake with the flower-plan of Lake Constance in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical
PMR116-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: wing of the mansion home of Count and Countess Bernadotte, with the island's little Baroque chapel of St. Marien (1739). Beds of colourful tulips in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical, architecture, noble, church
PMR116-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: view of the lake from the terrace of the mansion, with beds of multicoloured tulips and wallflowers in eye-catching shapes. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical
PMR115-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: view of the mainland with brilliant red and yellow tulips and a stone vase. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical
PMR115-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: view of the lake from the terrace of the mansion, with multicoloured beds of tulips and wallflowers. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical
PMR115-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: view of the lake from the terrace of the mansion, with beds of tulips and wallflowers. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical
PMR115-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: Azalea japonica var. Neye in full flower. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical
PMR115-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: beds of red and yellow tulips and pansies in a vista of copper beeches. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical
PMR115-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: plan of Lake Constance in grape hyacinths with tulips marking the towns. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical
PMR115-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: beds of red and yellow tulips in a vista of copper beeches. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical
PMR115-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: beds of red, white and blue pansies and Rob Roy daisies make an eye-catching display. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical
PMR114-11 Italy, Lombardy, Chiavenna: a rocky river gorge divides the town, the capital of Valchiavenna, north of Lake Como, overlooked by the snow-capped Alps. Keywords: historic, heritage, picturesque, mountains, spring
PMR114-10 Italy, Lombardy, Chiavenna: a rocky river gorge divides the town, the capital of Valchiavenna, north of Lake Como, overlooked by the snow-capped Alps. Keywords: historic, heritage, picturesque, mountains, spring
PMR114-12 Switzerland, Upper Engadine: snow scene with reflections of snow-capped Alps not far from St. Moritz. Keywords: mountains, winter, picturesque
PMR114-07 Italy, Ancona: the beautiful Romanesque cathedral on Mount Guasco, overlooking the harbour. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, tugboat, picturesque
PMR114-05 Italy, Emilia-Romagna, Rimini: the Bridge of Tiberius, built 14-21 AD across the River Marecchia, still carries much of the modern traffic entering Rimini. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, antiquity, Roman
PMR114-04 Italy, Emilia-Romagna, Rimini: the Bridge of Tiberius, built 14-21 AD across the River Marecchia, still carries much of the modern traffic entering Rimini. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, antiquity, Roman, reflections
PMR114-03 Italy, Emilia-Romagna, Rimini: Piazza Cavour with marble fountain dated 1543 recording the visit of Leonardo da Vinci in 1502. Right: bronze statue of Pope Paul V (1611). Behind: Palazzo d'Arengo built 1204-7. Italy, Emilia-Romagna, Rimini: Piazza Cavour with marble fountain dated 1543 recording the visit of Leonardo da Vinci in 1502. Right: bronze statue of Pope Paul V (1611). Behind: Palazzo d'Arengo built 1204-7. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, antiquity, palace, monument
PMR114-02 Italy, Emilia-Romagna, Rimini: Arch of Augustus, built in 27 BC where the Via Flaminia meets the Via Emilia. It was damaged in a Greek siege in 538 AD and restored in the 10th century. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, antiquity, Roman
PMR114-01 Italy, Emilia-Romagna, Rimini: Piazza Tre Martiri, formerly the Roman Forum, showing Palazzo Brioli with its 16th century clocktower, boasting a sun-moon calendar. The shrine of Sant' Antonio is visible in the background. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, antiquity, palace
PMR113-12 Republic of San Marino: founded on 3rd September 301 AD, San Marino claims to be the oldest sovereign state still extant. The highest tower of the Guaita Fortress which dates from the 11th century, but much modified. It houses a museum of cannons and field guns. The fortress stands on Mount Titano (756 metres). Keywords: enclave, micro-state, UNESCO, picturesque, historic, architecture, mediaeval, battlements, crenellations, fortifications
PMR113-11 Republic of San Marino: founded on 3rd September 301 AD, San Marino claims to be the oldest sovereign state still extant. The Guaita Fortress, dating from the 11th century, but much modified. It houses a museum of cannons and field guns. The fortress stands on Mount Titano (756 metres). Keywords: enclave, micro-state, UNESCO, picturesque, historic, architecture, mediaeval, battlements, crenellations, fortifications
PMR113-10 Republic of San Marino: founded on 3rd September 301 AD, San Marino claims to be the oldest sovereign state still extant. View of Rimini and the Adriatic coast from the Guaita Fortress. On a clear day the mountains of Yugoslavia can be seen. The fortress stands on Mount Titano (756 metres). Keywords: enclave, micro-state, UNESCO, picturesque, historic, architecture, panorama
PMR113-09 Republic of San Marino: founded on 3rd September 301 AD, San Marino claims to be the oldest sovereign state still extant. View over the walls of the Guaita Fortress with the battlemented Town Hall visible to the right, below. The fortress stands on Mount Titano (756 metres). Keywords: enclave, micro-state, UNESCO, picturesque, historic, architecture, mediaeval
PMR113-08 Republic of San Marino: founded on 3rd September 301 AD, San Marino claims to be the oldest sovereign state still extant. A typical street in Citta San Marino. Keywords: enclave, micro-state, UNESCO, picturesque, historic, architecture
PMR113-07 Republic of San Marino: founded on 3rd September 301 AD, San Marino claims to be the oldest sovereign state still extant. View of winding roads leading to snow-capped Apennine Mountains in the west, from hotel window. Keywords: enclave, micro-state, UNESCO, picturesque, landscape, panorama, hilly
PMR113-06 Italy, Ravenna: Piazza del Popolo with Venetian Gothic Town Hall and twin columns bearing figures of San Apollinare and San Vitale - formerly the Lion of San Marco. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque, street scene
PMR113-05 Italy, Ravenna: Church of Spirito Santo and the Arian Baptistry containing fine mosaics, both built by Theodoric in the 6th century. The Renaissance loggia is a later addition. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, palace, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque, Goths
PMR113-04 Italy, Ravenna: Basilica of San Giovanni Evangelista built about 424 AD by Galla Placidia, damaged by bombing in 1944 and later restored. Closer view of the Gothic marble portal. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque, Goths, Byzantine
PMR113-03 Italy, Ravenna: Basilica of San Giovanni Evangelista built about 424 AD by Galla Placidia, damaged by bombing in 1944 and later restored. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque, Goths, Byzantine
PMR113-02 Italy, Ravenna: Basilica of San Apollinare in Classe, with 10th century campanile. Statue of Roman Emperor Augustus, founder of the port and town of Classis (Classe). Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, palace, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque, monument
PMR113-01 Italy, Ravenna: Basilica of San Apollinare Nuovo, built by Theodoric in about 526 AD. Renaissance portico in front. Contains some fine mosaics. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque, Goths
PMR112-12 Italy, Ravenna: Church of San Giovanni Batista (17th century Baroque) built around a 9th-10th century campanile. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR112-11 Italy, Ravenna: entrance to the Church of San Vitale, consecrated in 548 AD, containing the famous mosaics. It was buit to a Byzantine plan, begun under the Goths in 526 AD. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque, Byzantine
PMR112-10 Italy, Ravenna: the tiny Mausoleum of Galla Placidia (died 450 AD) near San Vitale, contains some fine mosaics. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque, Byzantine
PMR112-09 Italy, Ravenna: Church of San Vitale with its flying buttresses, consecrated in 548 AD, containing the famous mosaics Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque, Byzantine
PMR112-05 Italy, Ravenna: Church of San Francisco (10th-11th century) from Piazza San Francisco. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, palace, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR112-04 Italy, Ravenna: the Mausoleum of Theodoric (died 526 AD) viewed from the side. The one-piece roof weighs 300 tons and was raised by means of an earth ramp. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR112-03 Italy, Ravenna: the Mausoleum of Theodoric (died 526 AD) showing entrances to the two levels. The one-piece roof weighs 300 tons and was raised by means of an earth ramp. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, antiquity, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR112-02 Italy, Alto Adige, Borghetto sull' Adige: spring blossom and snow capped Alps. Keywords: picturesque, mountains, high road, Sudtirol, Tyrol
PMR108-07 Egypt, River Nile: felucca "Nasser" with a full sail, passing some picturesque scenery. Keywords: culture, sailing boats, dhows
PMR105-07 Egypt, Aswan: view of the town from the Aga Khan's residence, with Elephantine Island (and Aswan Oberoi Hotel) and white sails of the feluccas on the Nile. Keywords: culture, landscape, panorama, sailing boats, picturesque
PMR105-04 Egypt, Aswan: view of Aswan and the Nile, bustling with the white sails of feluccas. Keywords: architecture, culture, sailing boats, landscape, panorama, picturesque
PMR104-08 Egypt, Aswan: feluccas bringing visitors to Elephantine Island. Keywords: culture, sailing boat, Nile, river, picturesque, reflections
PMR104-06 Egypt, Aswan: Poinsettia and Bougainvillea shrubs on Elephantine Island. Keywords: culture, flowers, colourful, picturesque, exotic, botanical
PMR104-04 Egypt, Aswan: view from the gardens of the Aswan Oberoi Hotel on Elephantine Island. Keywords: culture, picturesque, colourful
PMR103-05 Egypt, Aswan: south of the Cataract Hotel towards the first cataract rocks begin to appear in the Nile; felucca moored in the foreground. Keywords: historical, architecture, culture, sailing boat, picturesque, geology
PMR103-04 Egypt, Aswan: feluccas sailing on the River Nile; view from the steps of the Cataract Hotel. Keywords: historical, architecture, culture, sailing boat, picturesque
PMR103-03 Egypt, Aswan: feluccas moored on the Nile; the "far bank" is Elephantine Island with the museum just discernible. Keywords: historical, architecture, culture, sailing boat, picturesque
PMR101-03 Austria, Salzkammergut: reflections in the Grundlsee (lake) - view from the village of Gossl, with beach and children playing in a boat. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, autumn, russet, landscape
PMR101-02 Austria, Salzkammergut: reflections in the Grundlsee (lake) - view from the village of Gossl, with moored yacht in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, autumn, russet, landscape
PMR101-01 Austria, Salzkammergut: reflections in the Grundlsee (lake) - view from the village of Gossl, with rowing boat in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, autumn, russet, landscape
PMR100-12 Austria, Salzkammergut: reflections in the Grundlsee (lake) - view from the village of Gossl. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, autumn, russet, landscape
PMR100-11 Austria, Salzkammergut: reflections in the Grundlsee (lake), with Sorbus berries in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, autumn, russet, landscape
PMR100-10 Austria, Salzkammergut, St. Gilgen: cloud reflections in Lake St. Wolfgang. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, autumn, russet, landscape
PMR100-09 Austria, Salzkammergut: Mondsee (Moon Lake), from the village of the same name. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, autumn, russet, landscape
PMR100-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiking in the Ammergauer Alps: group of walkers on the summit of the Klammspitze (1925 metres), with summit cross. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, walking, trekking, outdoor, exercise
PMR100-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiking in the Ammergauer Alps: group of walkers on the summit of the Klammspitze (1925 metres), with summit cross. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, walking, trekking, outdoor, exercise
PMR100-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiking in the Ammergauer Alps: group of walkers on the summit of the Klammspitze (1925 metres), with summit cross. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, walking, trekking, outdoor, exercise
PMR100-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiking in the Ammergauer Alps: walker approaching the summit of the Klammspitze (1925 metres). Keywords: alpine, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, walking, trekking, outdoor, exercise
PMR100-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiking in the Ammergauer Alps - track along the valley. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, walking, trekking, outdoor, exercise
PMR100-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiking in the Ammergauer Alps - goal in sight: the Klammspitze Peak (1925 metres). Keywords: alpine, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, walking, trekking, outdoor, exercise
PMR100-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiking in the Ammergauer Alps. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, walking, trekking, outdoor, exercise
PMR099-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Olympia Park, site of the 1972 Olympic Games: Olympia Tower and Swimming Hall, seen from the far side of the (man-made) lake. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque
PMR099-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Olympia Park, site of the 1972 Olympic Games: landscape, with plexi-glass canopies. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque
PMR099-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Olympia Park, site of the 1972 Olympic Games: view to the south from the top of the Olympia Tower, showing most of the city of Munich, with the twin towers of the cathedral discernible in the centre. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, panorama
PMR099-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Olympia Park, site of the 1972 Olympic Games: the former Olympic Village (now student accommodation) and Dachau Moss stretching into the distance. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, panorama
PMR099-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Olympia Park, site of the 1972 Olympic Games: view to the north-east with the North Ring Road and BMW Tower and Museum from the top of the Olympia Tower. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, panorama, ring road
PMR099-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Olympia Park, site of the 1972 Olympic Games: Grey Lag Geese (Anser anser) and Canada Geese, with Coot and Mallard on the (man-made) lake. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, waterfowl, ornithology, birds
PMR099-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Olympia Park, site of the 1972 Olympic Games: the Olympia Tower, with revolving restaurant and TV aerials, seen through the plexi-glass canopy of the General-purpose Hall. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque
PMR099-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Olympia Park, site of the 1972 Olympic Games: view of the Olympia Tower, the Swimming Hall, the park, and the Olympic Village, from the top of the (man-made) hill. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque
PMR099-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Olympia Park, site of the 1972 Olympic Games: the Olympia Tower and Swimming Hall during a recital by a pop group. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque
PMR097-12 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: Wine Festival 8th-9th September 1979 - local brass band playing from a dais in the middle of the Schlossplatz (Castle Square). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, music
PMR097-11 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: "Schnabelgiere" Fountain (1964), which squirts water at irregular intervals and in irregular directions, providing unsuspecting visitors with a cooling shower! Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, timber-frame
PMR097-10 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: a row of timber-framed buildings in Steigstrasse, with the Upper Gate Tower in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture
PMR097-09 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: Upper Gate Tower from the market place, with decorated oriel of the Bear Hotel on the left, and timber-framed Lion Hotel on the right. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture
PMR097-08 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: Wine Festival 8th-9th September 1979 - tables in the Schlossplatz (Castle Square) with wine barrels on the green. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, architecture
PMR097-07 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: Wine Festival 8th-9th September 1979 - stalls in a corner of the Schlossplatz (Castle Square). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, timber-framed
PMR097-06 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: tables set up in the Market Place for the Meesrsburg Wine Festival, 8th-9th September 1979, with an old wine press in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, architecture
PMR097-05 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: daughter and granddaughter of a notable resident in traditional costume and headdress. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, heritage
PMR097-04 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: tables set up in the streets for the Meersburg Wine Festival, 8th-9th September 1979. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture
PMR097-03 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: view of the harbour with (far left, above) the mediaeval castle, oldest in Germany, part of which, Dagobert's Tower, is believed to have been built in 628 A.D. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture
PMR097-02 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: the Grammar School (pink washed) overlooking the quay and pleasure steamers, with vineyards on the slopes between. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, architecture, boats
PMR097-01 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: a wine merchant, offering the first wine from the current year's harvest (Heurige). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture
PMR096-12 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: the main towngate to Lake Constance (Bodensee) with tower and Hotel zum Schiff. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture
PMR096-11 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: the old mill and waterwheel from below, with the castle on the left. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, water-power
PMR096-10 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: old mill with waterwheel and race, in the shadow of the castle. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, water-power
PMR096-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: St. Stephens (Protestant) Church. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque
PMR096-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: historic house with Gothic arches, now the Burklin Bakery, decorated with the coats of arms of previous occupants. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, heritage, mediaeval, architecture
PMR096-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: the main street (a pedestrian precinct), with an abundance of flowering shrubs. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, blossom, architecture
PMR096-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: Beer Festival: tables in front of the north face of the Rathaus (Town Hall) with its double staircase. Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: Beer Festival: tables in front of the north face of the Rathaus (Town Hall) with its double staircase. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, drinking, architecture
PMR096-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: the highly decorated south front of the Rathaus (Town Hall) with its massive Gothic step-gable. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, fountain, architecture
PMR096-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: pleasure steamer "Austria" leaving the harbour for Lake Constance (Bodensee). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, heritage, motorship, leisure, lake-cruiser, lighthouse
PMR096-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: lighthouse and stone lion on either side of the harbour entrance. Lake Constance (Bodensee) on the right. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, historic, heritage, boats
PMR096-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: view from the top of the lighthouse with the famous stone lion guarding the harbour entrance from the Lake Constance (Bodensee). Mainland in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, historic, heritage, yachts, boats
PMR096-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: mediaeval Thieves' Tower or Malevitz Tower with picturesque turreted roof. Keywords: colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage
PMR094-12 Austria, Krems: the Simandl Fountain. The Simandl Brotherhood held its meetings in Krems every year from 1529. Keywords: architecture, traditional, picturesque, mistress, dominatrix, pleading, begging, recriminations
PMR094-10 Austria, Krems: Renaissance oriel on the corner of the Rathaus (Town Hall) is the work of Master Benedict, 1548. Keywords: architecture, traditional, picturesque, stone-carving, bulls-eye
PMR094-08 Austria, Krems: the Piarist Church towers over the rooftops of the parish church square. Keywords: architecture, traditional, picturesque, mediaeval, Gothic
PMR094-06 Austria, Krems: the late Gothic Piarist Church rests partly on the remains of the Roman town wall. Keywords: architecture, traditional, picturesque, mediaeval, church-tower
PMR094-02 Austria, Krems: the Sängerhof (singers' courtyard) with Gothic step-gable. From 1210 the building housed an inn, with access for coaches through the arch. Keywords: architecture, traditional, picturesque, mediaeval, step-gable
PMR094-01 Austria, Krems: Gothic and Baroque houses on the north side of the parish church square in the old quarter. Keywords: architecture, traditional, picturesque, mediaeval, step-gable
PMR093-12 Austria, Burgenland, Illmitz: traditional reed-hut and well near Lake Zick, a bird reserve. Typical of the puszta landscape in nearby Hungary. Keywords: picturesque, Lake District, rural
PMR093-07 Austria, Burgenland, Rust: courtyard of the local inn, with bundles of corn cobs, overlooked by the church tower with its crowded balcony. Keywords: architecture, traditional, picturesque, Biergarten, drinking, pub, community
PMR093-03 Austria, Burgenland, Rust: the village square viewed from the church tower, with storks' nest in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, traditional, oriel window, picturesque
PMR093-01 Austria, Burgenland, Eisenstadt: Rathaus (Town Hall) in Eisenstadt, the capital of Burgenland. Keywords: architecture, traditional, oriel window, picturesque
PMR091-01 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Pottenstein: fields of dandelions with farmhouse in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, rural, countryside, landscape, farmland
PMR090-11 Austria, Krems: Burggasse in the Old Town. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, cobblestones, mediaeval, historic, heritage, oriel
PMR090-10 Austria, Sankt Pölten: the main square, Rathausplatz, with the Holy Trinity column and Baroque Franciscan Church. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, heritage, architecture
PMR090-09 Austria, Sankt Pölten: market stalls around the Maria column in the Herrenplatz. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, heritage, architecture
PMR087-07 Austria, Tyrol, Zell am Ziller: Grand Opening of the new cable car system, 03.03.79. View of the tree-dotted slopes with the Ziller Valley (Zillertal) below. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, skiing, winter sports, snow, piste, gondola, ski-lift
PMR087-06 Austria, Tyrol, Zell am Ziller: Grand Opening of the new cable car system, 03.03.79. View of the wide slopes for skiers with the Zillertaler Alps in the background. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, skiing, winter sports, snow, piste, gondola, ski-lift
PMR087-05 Austria, Tyrol, Zell am Ziller: Grand Opening of the new cable car system, 03.03.79. The summit of the Kreuzjoch (2559 metres) with parked skis in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, skiing, winter sports, snow, piste, gondola, ski-lift
PMR087-04 Austria, Tyrol, Zell am Ziller: Grand Opening of the new cable car system, 03.03.79. Virgin snow near the top of the Kreuzjoch. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, skiing, winter sports, snow, piste, gondola, ski-lift
PMR087-03 Austria, Tyrol, Zell am Ziller: Grand Opening of the new cable car system, 03.03.79. View of the chairlift and part of the piste on the Kreuzjoch. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, skiing, winter sports, snow, piste, gondola, ski-lift
PMR087-02 Austria, Tyrol, Zell am Ziller: Grand Opening of the new cable car system, 03.03.79. One of the new cabins with fully automatic door operation and start/stop function (powered by Siemens). Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, skiing, winter sports, snow, piste, gondola, ski-lift
PMR087-01 Austria, Tyrol, Zell am Ziller: Grand Opening of the new cable car system, 03.03.79. View of the bottom station in the Ziller Valley (Zillertal) and overflowing car park, from a new gondola. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, skiing, winter sports, snow, piste, gondola, ski-lift
PMR086-06 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the old forge, with the Roder Tower in the background, from the town wall ramparts Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR086-05 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: view of the Rodergasse and town, from the top of the Rodertor Tower Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR086-04 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the White Tower (12th century), part of the oldest town fortifications Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR086-03 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Town Hall (Rathaus), the front part in Renaissance style with arcades with the original Gothic building with 60m belltower from 13th century, behind Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, gables
PMR086-02 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Burgtor, one of the original entry gates to the town, with adjacent town wall Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, defence, fortifications, autumn colours
PMR086-01 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Siebers Tower, view from the hospital quarter Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables
PMR085-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle through the trees below, ablaze with autumn colour. Germany's tourist attraction number 1. Keywords: alpine, cliff, fairytale castle, turrets, towers, Fussen, autumn colours, colourful, architecture, picturesque
PMR085-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle through the trees below, ablaze with autumn colour. Germany's tourist attraction number 1. Keywords: alpine, cliff, fairytale castle, turrets, towers, crags, Fussen, autumn colours, colourful, architecture, picturesque
PMR085-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: romantic walk through the woods ablaze with autumn colour Keywords: alpine, autumn colours, colourful, picturesque, Fussen, romance
PMR085-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Hang-glider being launched from the ramp on the Tegelberg (1881m) Keywords: alpine, colourful, picturesque, landscape, flight, gliding, ultra-light, aero-sport, freedom of the skies, intrepid
PMR085-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Forggensee (left) and Bannwaldsee (right), from the summit of the Tegelberg (1881m.) Keywords: alpine, Fussen, autumn colours, colourful, picturesque, landscape, panorama, lakes, woods
PMR085-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: according to legend Hohenschwangau Castle "crowns the head of the slain dragon", whose body lies between the Alpsee (left) and the Schwansee (right). View from the Tegelberg, with the Alps as backdrop. Keywords: alpine, Fussen, mountain range, autumn colours, autumn trees, colourful, picturesque, landscape, panorama, woods
PMR085-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle from the Tegelberg, with Hohenschwangau Castle behind on the Alpsee and the Alps as backdrop. Germany's tourist attraction number 1. Keywords: alpine, cliff, fairytale castle, turrets, towers, crags, Fussen, colourful, autumn foliage, architecture, picturesque, landscape
PMR085-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Hohenschwangau Castle, surrounded by vivid autumn foliage, with the Alpsee and Schwansee and the Alps as backdrop Keywords: alpine, turrets, towers, Fussen, mountain range, colourful, russet, gold, autumn trees, picturesque, landscape
PMR085-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle from halfway up the Tegelberg. Germany's tourist attraction number 1. Keywords: alpine, cliff, fairytale castle, turrets, towers, crags, Füssen, Fussen, autumn colours, architecture, picturesque, landscape
PMR085-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle from the south west with the Forggensee (lake) in the background. Germany's tourist attraction number 1. Keywords: alpine, cliff, fairytale castle, turrets, towers, crags, Fussen, autumn colours, colourful, architecture, picturesque, landscape
PMR084-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: start of the steep footpath leading to the top of the Tegelberg Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, Allgau, alpine
PMR084-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: rocky bed of the River Pollat, haunt of the Dipper Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, Allgau, alpine, ornithology
PMR084-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: early morning hikers in a leafy lane Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, Allgau, alpine, walkers
PMR084-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: artistic, carved drinking fountain with Tegelberg Mountains behind and trees in autumn glory Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, Allgau, alpine, Alps
PMR084-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: part of Hohenschwangau Castle, with Neuschwanstein Castle in the distance Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, Allgau, King Ludwig II, alpine, Alps
PMR084-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: pine trees on the bank of the Alpsee Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, Allgau
PMR084-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: the Tegelberg, viewed through autumn foliage Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, Allgau, alpine, Alps
PMR084-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: autumn colours on the Alpsee Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, Allgau
PMR084-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: reflections of Hohenschwangau Castle in the waters of the Alpsee Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, Allgau
PMR084-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Peissenberg: the church and radar station on Hohenpeissenberg in the Allgau, with cow in the foreground Keywords: alpine, picturesque, nature, fall, autumn colours, countryside, pasture, meadow
PMR084-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Peissenberg: the church and radar station on Hohenpeissenberg in the Allgau, with cow in the foreground Keywords: alpine, picturesque, nature, fall, autumn colours, countryside, pasture, meadow
PMR083-05 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: one of many old intermediate defence towers, forming part of the city walls. With autumn foliage. Keywords: Nürnberg, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR083-04 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: view from an alley under the castle walls, with street café and half-timbered houses. Autumn foliage. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR083-03 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: "Henkersteg" ("Hangman's Bridge") and reflections in the River Pegnitz from the west. Keywords: Nürnberg, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR083-02 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Weinstadel, once a warehouse for grain and wine, with its water tower and reflections in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, architecture, timber-frame buildings, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR083-01 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: old roofed wooden bridge over the River Pegnitz, with the twin towers of St. Lawrence's Cathedral in the background. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR082-12 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Weinstadel, once a warehouse for grain and wine, with its water tower and reflections in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, architecture, timber-frame buildings, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR082-11 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Henkersteg ("Hangman's Bridge") with Max Bridge visible on the far side, and reflections of arch in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR082-10 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Spital Bridge over the River Pegnitz with old burgher houses. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR082-09 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Heilig-Geist-Spital, a long established almshouse, part of which is on an island in the River Pegnitz Keywords: Nürnberg, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR082-08 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Gothic Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) (14th century) with mechanical clock depicting the homage of the 7 Electors at noon every day Keywords: Nürnberg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, stone carving
PMR082-07 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the famous, intricately carved, Gothic Schoner Brunnen (Beautiful Fountain) in the Haupt Markt (Marketplace) Keywords: Nürnberg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, carved stone, masterwork
PMR082-06 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: view from the top of the Sinwell Tower (l. to r.) Pentagonal Tower, Imperial Stables, and Luginsland Tower Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR082-05 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Sinwell Tower stands inside the Imperial Castle, rebuilt during the 15th and 16th centuries after its destruction in 1420. The building in the foreground houses the "Deep Well", 53 metres deep. Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Sinwell Tower stands inside the Imperial Castle, rebuilt during the 15th and 16th centuries after its destruction in 1420. The building in the foreground houses the "Deep Well", 53 metres deep. Keywords: Nürnberg, fortress, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR082-04 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: stall against the city wall selling the famous Nuremberg grilled sausages with mustard. Keywords: Nürnberg, fortifications, timber-framed buildings, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR082-03 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Beim Tiergartner-tor (pedestrian zone) with the Pilatus House, all overlooked by the castle Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, timber-frame houses, cobblestones
PMR082-02 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Tiergärtnertor (Zoo Gate) with tower and the Pilatus House against the old city wall. Keywords: Nürnberg, timber-framed buildings, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR082-01 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: "Beim Tiergärtnertor", a pedestrian zone, with the Albrecht Dürer House behind (centre) and the figure of St. George on the Pilatus House (right). Pavement café in the foreground. Keywords: Nürnberg, timber-framed buildings, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR081-12 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Kreuzigung-Hof in the Heilig-Geist-Spital, a long-established almshouse Keywords: Nürnberg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR081-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: fishing in the River Isar from Prater Island, with the Maximilianeum just visible over the trees Keywords: München, architecture, towers, picturesque, weir, autumn colours, tree-lined
PMR081-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Mallard on the River Isar with the Prince Regent Bridge (Prinzregentenbrucke) in the distance, and autumn foliage Keywords: München, picturesque, colourful, ducks, waterfowl, gravelbanks
PMR081-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: peaceful scene on the banks of the River Isar, a few hundred yards from the bustle of the city centre Keywords: München, picturesque, shady, trees, park, walking, strolling
PMR081-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Maximilianeum, seat of the Bavarian Parliament, built in 1857 by Friedrich Burklein, surmounted by the "Bavaria" figure Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, historic, facade
PMR081-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Maximilianeum, seat of the Bavarian Parliament, built in 1857 by Friedrich Burklein, with the Maximilian Bridge over the River Isar Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, historic, reflections
PMR081-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: gateway to the Alter Hof (1255) or former palace of the ruling Wittelsbach family, from Burgstrasse Keywords: München, architecture, mediaeval, towers, picturesque, historic
PMR081-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Marienplatz with Altes Rathaus (old town hall) (1470) with turreted tower, recently rebuilt (1978) Keywords: München, architecture, mediaeval, towers, picturesque, historic, step gables, Gothic
PMR-D11860 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): the imposing 98-metre-high tower of the brick-built Gothic cathedral, Dom St. Nikoli, dates from 1335. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR080-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: fountain in the Hofgarten, with temple (1615) and dome of the old Army Museum in the backlground Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, Court gardens, flowerbeds, colourful
PMR080-01 Germany, Bavaria, Niederarnbach: Wasserschloss built in 1598 by Ferdinand Freiherr Vohling von Frickenhausen. Since 1663 owned by the Freiherren von Pfetten. Reflections in the moat. Keywords: architecture, palace, castle, historic, heritage, picturesque, Frankonia
PMR074-02 Yugoslavia, Croatia, Porec: traditional old house with stone steps to the first floor entrance Keywords: architecture, typical, dwelling, picturesque, flowerbeds, Istria
PMR073-07 Italy, Muggia: a town on the border of Italy and Yugoslavia (now Slovenia) - the outer harbour Keywords: architecture, port, moorings, basin, watercraft, quayside, fishing boats, yachts, picturesque, church tower, reflections
PMR073-06 Italy, Muggia: a town on the border of Italy and Yugoslavia (now Slovenia) - view of Trieste from the harbour Keywords: picturesque, port, moorings, basin, watercraft, yachts, fishing boats
PMR073-05 Italy, Muggia: a town on the border of Italy and Yugoslavia (now Slovenia) - the old town hall with later top storey, crowned with clock and bell tower Keywords: architecture, picturesque, street scene, town square, historic, arcades
PMR073-04 Italy, Muggia: a town on the border of Italy and Yugoslavia (now Slovenia) - the old town hall bearing the lion of St. Mark (left), and the 15th century parish church Keywords: architecture, picturesque, street scene, rose window, belltower
PMR073-03 Italy, Muggia: the crowded little harbour on the border of Italy and Yugoslavia (now Slovenia) Keywords: architecture, port, moorings, basin, watercraft, quayside, fishing boats, yachts, picturesque
PMR072-07 Italy, Vicenza, Bassano del Grappa: the old wooden roofed bridge spanning the River Brenta Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR072-06 Italy, Vicenza, Bassano del Grappa: view of the old town and River Brenta from the modern road bridge Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR072-05 Italy, Veneto, Asolo: campanile and rooftops, overlooked by Rocca Castle on the hill, dating from late12th century Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR072-02 Italy, Lombardy, Sirmione: treasure trove of copper artefacts in a metalworker's shop Keywords: antiques, collectors' items, utensils, souvenirs, picturesque
PMR068-05 Austria, Tyrol, Hall: snow-capped alps tower over a square with frescoes, not far from the mediaeval Munzer Tower where the first Talers were minted in 1477, when the town received its minting right. It later became rich on the salt trade, when it was called Solbad Hall. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, alpine, Alps, mountain range, street scene, residential
PMR068-03 Austria, Tyrol, Hall: the mediaeval Munzer Tower where the first Talers were minted in 1477, when the town received its minting right. The houses are contemporary, and are built-on. The town later became rich on the salt trade, when it was called Solbad Hall. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, castellations, mint, castle, fortifications
PMR068-02 Austria, Tyrol, Hall: the mediaeval Munzer Tower where the first Talers were minted in 1477, when the town received its minting right. It later became rich on the salt trade, when it was called Solbad Hall. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, castellations, mint, castle, fortifications
PMR068-01 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: the wooden footbridge spanning the River Inn overlooked by the snow-capped northern chain of the Alps Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, spring, foliage
PMR067-12 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: flower beds and reflections in the pool in the Hofgarten Keywords: alpine, picturesque, spring, foliage
PMR067-11 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: weeping willow tree reflected in the pool in the Hofgarten Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, spring, foliage
PMR067-09 Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: Forsythia flowers, and the northern alpine mountain range, from the bank of the River Inn Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, spring, blooms, snow-capped
PMR067-08 Austria, Tyrol, Arzl: child picking cowslips in the meadow overlooking the village in the Inn Valley Keywords: alpine, picturesque, village life, spring, flora, birch trees
PMR067-07 Austria, Tyrol, Arzl: cowslips in the meadow overlooking the village in the Inn Valley Keywords: alpine, picturesque, village life, spring, flora, birch trees
PMR067-06 Austria, Tyrol, Arzl: the local band being photographed against snow capped mountains in the Inn Valley Keywords: alpine, picturesque, village life, Alps, mountain, mountain range, meadow
PMR067-05 Austria, Tyrol, Arzl: street scene in this village in the Inn Valley Austria, Tyrol, Arzl: street scene in this village in the Inn Valley Keywords: alpine, picturesque, pear trees, village life
PMR067-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria: late snow on the verges of the Sylvenstein Reservoir, from which Munich draws part of its water supply, looking along the Sylvenstein Valley Keywords: alpine, picturesque, nature, drinking water, hydro
PMR067-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria: late snow on the verges of the Sylvenstein Reservoir, from which Munich draws part of its water supply Keywords: alpine, picturesque, nature, drinking water, hydro
PMR066-12 Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: the ski piste near the bottom, following the course of a stream Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow
PMR066-11 Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: one of the ski runs, almost deserted! Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow
PMR066-10 Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: skiers admiring the view of Fieberbrunn from the top of the skilift Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow
PMR066-09 Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: empty deck chairs at the top of the skilift with the Kitzbuhel Alps behind Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow
PMR066-08 Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: view of the Wildseeloder (2117m) from the top of the chairlift at Larchfilz Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow
PMR066-07 Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: crowds enjoying the sun in deck chairs with Kitzbuhel Alps in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow
PMR066-06 Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: the start of the chairlift Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: the start of the chairlift Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow
PMR066-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: snow piled high in the streets with Gasthof zum Lowe on the left Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter, cold, deep snow, snowdrift
PMR066-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: snow-laden conifers in gardens after a blizzard Keywords: München, cold, winter, picturesque
PMR065-06 Austria, Upper Austria, Bad Goisern: Hallstatter Lake in the Salzkammergut, from a snow-covered verge Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR065-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the maypole in the Viktualienmarkt with the Rathaus tower and tower of Heilig Geist Church in the background Keywords: München, architecture, mediaeval, towers, picturesque, historic, street scene, market
PMR065-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Altes Rathaus with step-gables and newly completed (1977) "mediaeval" tower from Marienplatz Keywords: München, architecture, mediaeval, towers, picturesque, historic, Gothic
PMR065-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Alter Hof or former palace courtyard, in snowy weather Keywords: München, architecture, mediaeval, towers, oriel, picturesque, historic
PMR063-03 South Africa, Western Cape Province: the Cape of Good Hope - Cape Point - meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans: view north, looking towards Muizenberg and Cape Town Keywords: headland, seascape, picturesque, coastline
PMR063-02 South Africa, Western Cape Province: the Cape of Good Hope - Cape Point - meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans Keywords: headland, bay, cove, sand, promontary, seascape, picturesque
PMR062-03 South Africa, Western Cape Province, Boschendal: jacaranda trees, cornfield and the Drakenstein Mountains Keywords: landscape, flowering tree, botany, botanical, colourful, blossom, picturesque, farmland
PMR062-02 South Africa, Western Cape Province, Boschendal: jacaranda trees, cornfield and the Drakenstein Mountains Keywords: landscape, flowering tree, botany, botanical, colourful, blossom, picturesque, farmland
PMR058-10 South Africa, Natal, Durban: the lily pool and ornamental shrubs in the Japanese Water Gardens Keywords: landscape, peace haven, artistic, artistry, picturesque
PMR058-09 South Africa, Natal, Durban: one of many red wooden bridges in the Japanese Water Gardens Keywords: landscape, peace haven, artistic, artistry, picturesque, reflections
PMR058-08 South Africa, Natal, Durban: Japanese Water Gardens - the lake with pagoda-island for nesting ducks Keywords: landscape, peace haven, artistic, artistry, picturesque, reflections
PMR055-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Nesselwang: church tower with onion dome with the Alps in the background, from the Deutsche Alpenstrasse Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, countryside, meadows
PMR054-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the Nagelfluh Mountains in West Allgau, from the Deutsche Alpenstrasse Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, valley, countryside
PMR054-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: looking across the fields in the Allgau towards Austria, from the Deutsche Alpenstrasse Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, countryside, meadows, hedges
PMR054-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberstaufen: view of the town in the Allgau across the fields from the Deutsche Alpenstrasse Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, meadow, countryside
PMR054-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindenberg: the stream above the waterfalls at Lindenberg in the Allgau on the Deutsche Alpenstrasse Keywords: alpine, picturesque, nature, pool, stream, autumn colour, fall, reflections
PMR054-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindenberg: the waterfalls at Lindenberg in the Allgau on the Deutsche Alpenstrasse Keywords: alpine, picturesque, nature, pool, stream
PMR054-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: the Deutsche Alpenstrasse a few miles before Lindau, with autumn foliage and cattle Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR053-12 Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: the top of the Gefrorene Wand chairlift in the Zillertaler Alps, looking towards Hintertux and Mayrhofen Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter sport, skiing
PMR053-11 Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: the Zillertaler Alps and the Italian border, looking south-east from the Gefrorene Wand Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow
PMR053-10 Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: nearing the top of the Gefrorene Wand glacier in the chairlift, with the ski-runs below Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, skiing, winter sport, piste
PMR053-09 Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: Stegeis Dam and the Zillertaler Alps from the top of the Gefrorene Wand (3200m.), with skis in the foreground Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, reservoir, glacier
PMR053-08 Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: Stegeis Dam and the Zillertaler Alps from the top of the Gefrorene Wand (3200m.) Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, reservoir, glacier
PMR053-07 Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: view from the top of the Gefrorene Wand glacier (3200m.) with a valley still full of mist in the distance Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, craggy, rocks
PMR053-06 Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: Zillertaler Alps from the Zemmtal (Valley) with autumn foliage in the foreground Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR053-03 Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: bringing the cows down from the high pasture at the end of the season (Almabtrieb) Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, procession, celebration, ceremony, cattle
PMR053-02 Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: bringing the cows down from the high pasture at the end of the season (Almabtrieb) Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, procession, celebration, ceremony, cattle
PMR053-01 Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: bringing the cows down from the high pasture at the end of the season (Almabtrieb) Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, procession, celebration, ceremony, cattle
PMR052-12 Austria, Salzburg: the imposing Tennen Mountains Austria, Salzburg: the imposing Tennen Mountains Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, limestone
PMR052-11 Austria, Salzburg, Bad Gastein: view of the town overlooked by the Hotel Schillerhof. The winter ski resort and summer health resort lies in the Hohe Tauern National Park. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, spa town, health resort, ski resort
PMR052-10 Austria, Oberosterreich, Bad Goisern: holiday apartments, with the wooded hills in the background Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps
PMR051-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: young girls in red and white "Trachten" Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate
PMR051-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: one of many brass bands Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: one of many brass bands Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate, music
PMR051-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: young girls in red and white "Trachten" Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate
PMR051-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: decorated horses pulling a float Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate
PMR051-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: young girls in blue and white "Trachten" Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate
PMR049-12 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart: statue of Schiller in the Schillerplatz with the Old Chancery (16th century) behind Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, monuments, columns, main square, bronze figure
PMR049-11 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart: fountain and Jubilee Column surmounted by the goddess Concordia (1841) in the Schlossplatz with the Old Castle behind Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, monuments, columns, main square
PMR049-10 Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Stuttgart: statue of Christoph, the IV Duke of Wurttemberg, (1550-68) in the Schlossplatz with the New Castle on the left, Old Castle on the right, and TV Tower in the distance Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, monuments, columns, main square, bronze figure
PMR049-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dillingen: main street with plant market and ornate wrought iron sign; gate-tower beyond Keywords: picturesque, colourful, gables, architecture
PMR049-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dillingen: open-air crib by St. Peter's Parish Church with flowering tamarisk in the foreground Keywords: picturesque, colourful, religion, Catholic
PMR051-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: bandsmen in embroidered Lederhosen with traditional "Gemsbart" (plume) in their headgear Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate, music
PMR051-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: girls and boys in various costumes, followed by the band Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate
PMR048-09 Poland, Warsaw: a street in the "new town" with reconstructed burgher houses now containing many small businesses (1977) Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, cobblestones
PMR048-08 Poland, Warsaw: one of the horse carriages which offer tours of the "new town" with an unusual frescoed house behind Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, cobblestones
PMR048-07 Poland, Warsaw: the Market Square of the "new town" (Rynek Nowego Miasta) with the Baroque Church of the Holy Sacraments on the far side (1977) Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, cobblestones
PMR048-06 Poland, Warsaw: a street in the "new town" with new wall frescos and St. Mary's Church (15th century) in the background Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, cobblestones
PMR048-04 Poland, Warsaw: one of the reconstructed streets in the "new town" Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, cobblestones
PMR046-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the newly renovated Bayertor (Bavarian Gate), dating from 1425 Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR046-05 Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: large cablecar approaching the summit of the Walmendinger Horn (1993m.) in the Kleinwalsertal (valley) Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene
PMR046-04 Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: view from the summit of the Walmendinger Horn (1993m.) showing some of the ski pistes in the Kleinwalsertal (valley) Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR046-03 Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: view from the summit of the Walmendinger Horn (1993m.) showing some of the ski pistes in the Kleinwalsertal (valley) Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene
PMR046-02 Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: view from the summit of the Walmendinger Horn (1993m.) looking across the Kleinwalsertal (valley), with Baad and Mittelberg below Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, snow-moving, winter sports, skiing
PMR046-01 Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: view from the summit of the Walmendinger Horn (1993m.) looking along the Kleinwalsertal (valley), a popular ski resort Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, snow-moving, winter sports, skiing
PMR045-10 Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: brook running through snow-fields at Baad Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter, stream, running water
PMR045-09 Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: snow-covered mountains at a ski resort in the Kleinwalsertal Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, snow-moving, winter sports
PMR045-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the Weissensee (White Lake) with reflected church and houses, in the Allgau region Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, mountains, snow-capped, reflections, birch tree
PMR045-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria: swan on the Weissensee (White Lake) with reflected mountains, in the Allgau region Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, mountains, snow-capped, reflections
PMR-D12269 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: winter view of the moors with silver birch trees. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, scenery
PMR-D12268 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: winter view of the moors and Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, alpine scenery, countryside, landscape, mountain range, nature, picturesque
PMR-D12252 England, Surrey, Great Bookham: Polesden Lacy Manor House, built in 1821-3 and left to the National Trust by Mrs Greville. There has been a house on the site since 1336. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, picturesque, stately home
PMR-D12251 England, Surrey, Great Bookham: Polesden Lacy Manor House, built in 1821-3 and left to the National Trust by Mrs Greville. There has been a house on the site since 1336. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, picturesque, stately home
PMR-D12250 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene in Raiffeisenstrasse. Keywords: architecture, high-rise, picturesque, residential block, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12249 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees in the Bergl Woods. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12248 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snowy scene in the cemetery. Keywords: countryside, gravestones, graveyard, nature, picturesque, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12247 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with walkers and snow-laden trees. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12246 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden church cross. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12245 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with walkers and snow-laden trees. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12244 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12243 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12242 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12241 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with walkers and snow-laden trees. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12240 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with walkers and snow-laden trees. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12239 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: view of the town across snow-covered fields. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12238 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12237 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees and park bench. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12236 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-covered kiosk. Keywords: colourful, countryside, nature, picturesque, snowfall, street art, weather, winter
PMR-D12235 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees in the Bergl Woods. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12234 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with cross-country skier in the Bergl Woods. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12233 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees in the Bergl Woods. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12232 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene in the Bergl Woods. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12231 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12230 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-covered fields. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12229 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with Bergl Woods in the background. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12228 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12227 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with Bergl Woods in the background. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12226 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with Bergl Woods in the background. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12225 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with Bergl Woods in the background. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12224 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with Bergl Woods in the background. Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12223 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow-laden trees. Keywords: nature, peaceful, picturesque, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12222 Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene in Raiffeisenstrasse. Keywords: architecture, high-rise, picturesque, residential block, snowfall, weather, winter
PMR-D12059 Turkey, Mugia Province, Euromos: vaulted monument tomb from the Roman period in the south necropolis. Keywords: Aegean, antiquity, archeology, architecture, art, culture, excavations, Greek, Hellenic, heritage, historic, masonry, picturesque, Roman, ruin
PMR-D12058 Turkey, Mugia Province, Euromos: vaulted monument tombs from the Roman period in the south necropolis. Keywords: Aegean, antiquity, archeology, architecture, art, culture, excavations, Greek, Hellenic, heritage, historic, masonry, picturesque, Roman, ruin
PMR-D12057 Turkey, Mugia Province, Euromos: a well preserved Roman Temple of Zeus dating from the 2nd century AD - has 16 standing Corinthian columns with architraves. Keywords: Aegean, antiquity, archeology, architecture, art, culture, excavations, Greek, Hellenic, heritage, historic, masonry, picturesque, Roman, ruin
PMR-D12056 Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: line-up of moored sailing boats and yachts in the harbour. Keywords: Aegean, historic, marina, picturesque, resort, tourism
PMR-D12054 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: typical harsh, rocky landscape with Turkish flag. Keywords: Aegean , geology, macchia, maquis, maritime, picturesque
PMR-D12053 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC. Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque
PMR-D12052 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC. Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque
PMR-D12051 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: isolated wooden restaurant on the jetty for the use of visiting yachts with macchia landscape in the background. Keywords: Aegean , maquis, maritime, picturesque, sailing boats
PMR-D12050 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the bay, with bougainvillea. Keywords: Aegean , colourful, maritime, picturesque, yachts
PMR-D12048 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC. Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque
PMR-D12047 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: path from the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC. Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque
PMR-D12046 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the jetty and moored yachts from the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress. Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque
PMR-D12045 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the Turkish sailing boat "Bahriyeli C" from the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress. Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque
PMR-D12042 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: typical harsh, rocky landscape. Keywords: Aegean , geology, macchia, maquis, maritime, picturesque
PMR-D12041 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC. Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque
PMR-D12037 Greece, Island of Symi: Turkish sailing boat, "Bahriyeli C" at night in the brightly-lit harbour. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, glittering, Greek Islands, Hellas, illuminated, island hopping, light, picturesque, reflections
PMR-D12036 Greece, Island of Symi: the Byzantine church and belltower on the headland, with a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D12035 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront, with the clocktower on the left. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D12034 Greece, Island of Symi: the clocktower (1881), on the point, separates the two bays, with a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D12033 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, with church and belltower. The clocktower, on the point, dates from 1881. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D12032 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront where the yachts are moored. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D12031 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront where the yachts are moored. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D12030 Greece, Island of Symi: view of the harbour, with a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D12029 Greece, Island of Symi: crowds of passengers waiting for the arriving ferryboat on the jetty, in front of the clocktower. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D12028 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, with the Greek and Turkish flags. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D12027 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, with the Greek and Turkish flags. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D12026 Greece, Island of Symi: the harbour jetty, with a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D12025 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront, where the pleasure boats are moored. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D12024 Greece, Island of Symi: view of the harbour and boats moored to the jetty, with the European Union flag by the Harbourmaster's office. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D12023 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront, with a row of pleasure boats moored to the jetty. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts
PMR-D12022 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional
PMR-D12021 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront, including church and belltower. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D12020 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D12019 Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D12008 Greece, Island of Chalki: view of the town from the sea, lying at the foot of a barren mountain range and ruined castle. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D12007 Greece, Island of Chalki: view of the town from the sea, lying at the foot of a barren mountain range. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D12005 Greece, Island of Chalki: the local ferryboat entering the harbour with colourful house facades in the background. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D12004 Greece, Island of Chalki: view of the town from the sea, lying at the foot of a barren mountain range. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D12003 Greece, Island of Chalki: the local ferryboat arriving from neighbouring islands. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D12002 Greece, Island of Chalki: the waterfront, with house facades, and moored fishing boats. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D12001 Greece, Island of Chalki: the waterfront, with colouful house facades, overlooked by the ruins of a Byzantine fortress on the hilltop. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, fortifications, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D12000 Greece, Island of Chalki: the waterfront, with colouful house facades, overlooked by three former windmills. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D11999 Greece, Island of Chalki: the waterfront, with colourful house facades reflected in the water. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D11998 Greece, Island of Chalki: the waterfront, with house facades and belltower with moored yachts in the foreground. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D11997 Greece, Island of Chalki: colourful classical house facades and bougainvillea. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11996 Greece, Island of Chalki: the promenade and waterfront, with house facades, belltower and classical church facade. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D11995 Greece, Island of Chalki: the promenade and waterfront, with colouful house facades, overlooked by three former windmills. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D11994 Greece, Island of Chalki: the promenade and waterfront, with house facades and moored watercraft overlooked by the barren hillside. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D11993 Greece, Island of Chalki: the promenade and waterfront, with house facades and belltower overlooked by the barren hillside. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D11992 Greece, Island of Chalki: yachts, berthed on the jetty, and part of the town on the barren hillside. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, jetty, picturesque
PMR-D11991 Greece, Island of Chalki: the spacious promenade and waterfront offers room for quayside restaurants. Keywords: Dodecanese, eating, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, jetty, moorings, picturesque
PMR-D11989 Greece, Island of Chalki: view of the town and waterfront, with flowering bougainvillea in the foreground. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D11988 Greece, Island of Chalki: view of the town and waterfront, with one of the belltowers in the foreground. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port
PMR-D11986 Greece, Island of Chalki: newer dwellings, built higher up the slope above the town. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, houses, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11985 Greece, Island of Chalki: restaurant tables on the quayside, with sailing ship "Bahriyeli C" moored on the harbour in the background. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, jetty, picturesque, port
PMR-D11984 Greece, Island of Chalki: quayside, with day-tripper motor launch and houses in terraces. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, jetty, picturesque, port
PMR-D11983 Greece, Island of Chalki: departing fishing boat with yachts, berthed on the jetty, and part of the town. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11982 Greece, Island of Chalki: early morning sun on yachts, berthed on the jetty, with part of the town. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11981 Greece, Island of Chalki: a small green oasis on the barren north coast of the island. Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, isolated, picturesque
PMR-D11979 Greece, Island of Rhodes: caves, used as burial chambers in antiquity, on a headland off Cape Fourni. Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, necropolis, picturesque
PMR-D11978 Greece, Island of Rhodes: cliffs, caves and secluded beach off Cape Fourni. Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11977 Greece, Island of Rhodes: caves, used as burial chambers in antiquity, on a headland off Cape Fourni. Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, necropolis, picturesque
PMR-D11976 Greece, Island of Rhodes: caves, used as burial chambers in antiquity, on a headland off Cape Fourni. Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, necropolis, picturesque
PMR-D11975 Greece, Island of Rhodes: a rocky headland off Cape Fourni. Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11974 Greece, Island of Rhodes: cliffs, caves and secluded beach off Cape Fourni. Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11973 Greece, Island of Rhodes: sunset off Cape Fourni. Keywords: calm, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, placid, reflections, tranquil
PMR-D11972 Greece, Island of Rhodes: sunset off Cape Fourni. Keywords: calm, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, placid, reflections, tranquil
PMR-D11970 Greece, Island of Tilos: bays and coastline near Liviados with a solitary wind turbine. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sustainable energy, wind power
PMR-D11969 Greece, Island of Tilos: bays and coastline near Liviados with a solitary wind turbine. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sustainable energy, wind power
PMR-D11968 Greece, Island of Tilos: bays and coastline near Liviados. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11962 Greece, Island of Tilos: bays and coastline near Liviados. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11960 Greece, Island of Tilos: the small harbour of Liviados overlooked by a recent tourist development on the mountainside. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11959 Greece, Island of Tilos: the small harbour and quayside of Liviados. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, yachts
PMR-D11955 Greece, Island of Tilos: approaching the small harbour and town of Liviados. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11954 Greece, Island of Nisyros: bizarre rock formations near the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11953 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: colourful, culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D11952 Greece, Island of Nisyros: typical street in the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: colourful, culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D11951 Greece, Island of Nisyros: church and belltower overlooking the village square in the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D11950 Greece, Island of Nisyros: typical street in the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: colourful, culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D11943 Greece, Island of Nisyros: pavement restaurants on the promenade at Mandraki in late afternoon sun. Keywords: Dodecanese, eating, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D11940 Greece, Island of Nisyros: a street in Mandraki with typical wooden balconies and whitewashed walls. Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, quaint, traditional
PMR-D11935 Greece, Island of Nisyros: a street in Mandraki with typical wooden balconies. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, quaint
PMR-D11934 Greece, Island of Nisyros: pavement restaurant on a terrace in Mandraki. Keywords: Dodecanese, eating places, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11932 Greece, Island of Nisyros: dolphin fountain in Mandraki. Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D11920 Turkey, Bodrum: sailing ships moored in the harbour, with "Sea World", formerly "Bahriyeli B" in the foreground, now in Greek ownership. Keywords: boats, colourful, harbour, holiday resort, marina, picturesque, port, yachts
PMR-D11919 Turkey, Bodrum: sailing ships moored in the harbour. Keywords: boats, colourful, harbour, holiday resort, marina, picturesque, port, yachts
PMR-D11918 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with timber-framed Wiekhouses which were built into the wall every 30 metres for defence purposes. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11917 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with timber-framed Wiekhaus. To the right stands the Fangelturm or Mönchenturm, a reinforcing defence tower. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11916 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with timber-framed Wiekhouses which were built into the wall every 30 metres for defence purposes. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11915 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the Fangelturm or Mönchenturm, a 19-metre reinforcing defence tower with 2.3-metre thick walls, stands in the north-west of the town. Originally a second tower stood nearby. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiekhaus
PMR-D11914 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: sculptured stone figures of a baker's wife, Mudder Schulten, demanding payment for bread from Adolph Friedrich IV von Mecklenburg-Strelitz on the market place, made famous in a book from Fritz Reuther. Sculpture by Wilhelm Jaeger. Keywords: culture, Dörchläuchting, heritage, legend, literature, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11913 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with timber-framed Wiekhaus; similar ones are built into the wall every 30 metres for defence purposes. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11912 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Friedländer Tor, the north-eastern gate in the 2.3 km town wall, looking towards the outer gate. Built just after 1300, the oldest gate. The house on the left, between the inner and outer gates, is home to the town registry office. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11911 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Friedländer Tor, the north-eastern gate in the 2.3 km town wall, looking towards the inner gate. Built just after 1300, the oldest gate. The house on the right, between the inner and outer gates, is home to the town registry office. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11910 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with two of the Wiekhäuser, built into the wall every 30 metres for defence purposes. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11909 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with timber-framed Wiekhaus; similar ones are built into the wall every 30 metres for defence purposes. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11908 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Neues Tor, the eastern gate in the 2.3 km town wall. On the inside of the gate appear eight terracotta sculptured figures of maids, waving (two pictured). Their significance is not known. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11907 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the Neues Tor, the eastern gate in the 2.3 km town wall. Built after 1550. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11906 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: St. Mary's Church (Marienkirche), completed in 1298, is used only for concerts. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11905 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Stargard Tor, the southern gate in the 2.3 km town wall. Built before 1450. On the inside of the gate appear nine terracotta sculptured figures of maids, waving. Their significance is not known. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11904 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Stargarder Tor, the southern gate in the 2.3 km town wall. Built before 1450. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11903 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Treptower Tor, the western gate in the 2.3 km town wall, seen from the side, with one of the Wiekhouses in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11902 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiekhaus
PMR-D11901 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with two of the Wiekhäuser, built into the wall every 30 metres for defence purposes. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11900 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Treptower Tor, the western gate in the 2.3 km town wall. Built before 1400. Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11899 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: 80% of the town was destroyed during WWII and the centre was rebuilt under the administration of the GDR. The central market place with the high-rise Haus der Kultur und Bildung (HKB = House of Culture and Education). The town wall and gates survived the war. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, paving, picturesque
PMR-D11898 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the impressive brick Gothic facade of the Rathaus (Town Hall) dates from 1278, and is the hallmark of the city. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11897 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Baroque facade and doorway to the Rathaus (Town Hall) dating from 1720, with a street cafe on the cobbled street in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11896 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Badenstrasse - a fascinating mixture of traditional dwelling houses, with dormer windows and gables. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11895 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): St. Jacob's church (Jakobikirche) was completed about the end of the 14th century and is the third-oldest in the city. It has been ruined and rebuilt a number of times, lastly after WWII. Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11894 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): St. Jacob's church (Jakobikirche) was completed about the end of the 14th century and is the third-oldest in the city. It has been ruined and rebuilt a number of times, lastly after WWII. Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11893 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): St. Jacob's church (Jakobikirche) was completed about the end of the 14th century and is the third-oldest in the city. Colourful Baroque doorway. Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11892 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Heilgeiststrasse, with no. 63, the former Treasury Building, nearest. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11891 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the church of St. Nicholas (Nikolaikirche) dates back to 1234 but was completed in its present form (with two towers) in the late 14th century. It is the principal and oldest church in the city. Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11890 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Böttcherstrasse, with St. Jacob's church visible at the far end. Keywords: architecture, cobbles, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11889 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the church of St. Mary, completed in its present form in 1485, although it originally had a Gothic spire, 151 metres high (!) which burnt out after a lightning strike in 1647. Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11888 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the nave of the church of St. Mary, completed in its present form in 1485. Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11887 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on the Neuer Markt. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11886 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) facade of the Altes Lazarett (military hospital) in the Frankenstrasse. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11885 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) facade of the Altes Lazarett (military hospital) in the Frankenstrasse. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11884 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): a typical street. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11883 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald-Eldena (Hansa Town): picturesque ruins of the Cistercian abbey, founded in 1199 and destroyed in the Thirty-Years-War, made famous by painter Caspar David Friedrich. Keywords: artist, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, red-brick
PMR-D11882 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald-Eldena (Hansa Town): picturesque ruins of the Cistercian abbey, founded in 1199 and destroyed in the Thirty-Years-War, made famous by painter Caspar David Friedrich. Keywords: artist, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, red-brick
PMR-D11881 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald-Eldena (Hansa Town): picturesque ruins of the Cistercian abbey, founded in 1199 and destroyed in the Thirty-Years-War, made famous by painter Caspar David Friedrich. Keywords: artist, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, red-brick
PMR-D11880 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald-Eldena (Hansa Town): picturesque ruins of the Cistercian abbey, founded in 1199 and destroyed in the Thirty-Years-War, made famous by painter Caspar David Friedrich. Keywords: artist, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, red-brick
PMR-D11872 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Freest: the small harbour which is the base of an active fishing fleet. Much of the catch is smoked by local processors for sale to visitors. Keywords: colourful, culture, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing, tradition
PMR-D11871 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): the setting sun reflected in the River Ryck in Wieck, part of Greifswald. Keywords: colourful, culture, golden, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing, sunset, yachts
PMR-D11870 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Rügen Island, Putbus: some of the all-white neo-classical buildings forming part of the "Putbus Circus". The "white town" was founded in 1810 by Prince William Malte of Putbus. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, Pearl of Rügen, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11869 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Rügen Island, Putbus: obelisk forming the centre of the "Putbus Circus", the surrounding all-white neo-classical buildings. The "white town" was founded in 1810 by Prince William Malte of Putbus. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, Pearl of Rügen, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11868 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): yachts moored along the River Ryck in Wieck, part of Greifswald. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing
PMR-D11867 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): sculpture, "Der Fährmann" ("the ferryman") by Heinrich Zenichowski (1996) in Wieck, part of Geifswald. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing
PMR-D11866 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): the Dutch-style wooden drawbridge (1887) in Wieck, part of Greifswald, is raised several times a day by hand. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing
PMR-D11865 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald-Eldena (Hansa Town): post windmill dating back to at least 1533 and thus one of the oldest on the Baltic coast. It was active until 1932. Keywords: culture, flour-mill, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D11859 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on the busy market place, Keywords: architecture, Baroque, colourful, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11858 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): the Gothic-Baroque gable of the Rathaus (Town Hall) overlooks the busy market place. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D11857 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town: the 98-metre-high Gothic tower of Dom St. Nikolai (Cathedral of St. Nicholas), where the artist Caspar David Friedrich was baptised. The church was first mentioned in writing in 1280. Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11856 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): Marienkirche (St. Mary's Church), built in 1280 in brick Gothic style, has an impressive carved pulpit dating from 1587. Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11855 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): Marienkirche (St. Mary's Church), built in 1280 in brick Gothic style. Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11854 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): the Dutch-style wooden drawbridge (1887) in Wieck, part of Greifswald, being opened to allow yachts to enter the harbour. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing
PMR-D11853 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): the Dutch-style wooden drawbridge (1887) in Wieck, part of Greifswald, is raised several times a day by hand. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing
PMR-D11852 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): yachts and other water craft moored in the harbour at Wieck, part of Greifswald. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing
PMR-D11851 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): yachts moored in Wieck, part of Greifswald, reflected in the waters of the River Ryck. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing
PMR-D11850 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on the market place. Keywords: architecture, Baroque, colourful, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11849 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): Lange Strasse is the main shopping street and a pedestrian zone. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D11848 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): children playing in the water of the fountain in the old fish market. Behind is the Gothic-Baroque gable of the Rathaus (Town Hall). Keywords: architecture, Baroque, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D11847 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): children playing in the water of the fountain in the old fish market. Keywords: architecture, Baroque, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D11846 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on the market place, with the tower of the Marienkirche (St. Mary's Church) in the background. Keywords: architecture, Baroque, colourful, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11845 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): yachts moored along the River Ryck in Wieck, part of Greifswald. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing
PMR-D11844 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): yachts and other vessels moored along the River Ryck in Wieck, part of Greifswald. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing
PMR-D11843 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): yachts moored along the River Ryck in Wieck, part of Greifswald. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing
PMR-D11842 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the shoal fish of the North Atlantic are displayed in this huge tank in the Ozeaneum Museum. It has an area of 300 square metres and an acryl screen 10 metres x 5 metres x 30 cm thick, and holds 2.6 million litres of water. Keywords: attraction, culture, fauna, Hanseatic League, heritage, marine life, picturesque, spectacle, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11841 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the shoal fish of the North Atlantic are displayed in this huge tank in the Ozeaneum Museum. It has an area of 300 square metres and an acryl screen 10 metres x 5 metres x 30 cm thick, and holds 2.6 million litres of water. Keywords: attraction, culture, fauna, Hanseatic League, heritage, marine life, picturesque, spectacle, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11840 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the shoal fish of the North Atlantic are displayed in this huge tank in the Ozeaneum Museum. It has an area of 300 square metres and an acryl screen 10 metres x 5 metres x 30 cm thick, and holds 2.6 million litres of water. Keywords: attraction, culture, fauna, Hanseatic League, heritage, marine life, picturesque, spectacle, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11839 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the "Osel Mantis", a one-man deep sea engineering submersible, as seen in the James Bond film "For Your Eyes Only". On display in the Ozeaneum Museum. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11838 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the "Osel Mantis", a one-man deep sea engineering submersible, as seen in the James Bond film "For Your Eyes Only". On display in the Ozeaneum Museum. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11836 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): a traditional gaff-rigged Baltic cutter, in full sail, with the skyline of Stralsund behind. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, sailing boat, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11835 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): a traditional gaff-rigged Baltic cutter, in full sail, with the skyline of Stralsund and church of St. Nicholas, behind. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, sailing boat, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11834 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): a traditional gaff-rigged Baltic cutter, in full sail. Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, sailing boat, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11833 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the skyline from the sea, with the churches of St. Mary, St. Jacob and St. Nicholas, from left to right. Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11832 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the skyline from the sea, with the church of St. Nicholas behind a number of brick-built trading warehouses. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11831 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the skyline from the sea, with the church of St. Nicholas in the centre. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11824 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): view of the historic buildings on the harbour island, with the new Ozeaneum Museum in the centre, all reflected in the waters of the Strelasund. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11823 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the historic Hafenamt (Harbourmaster) on the Hansakai, with a tower of St. Nicholas in the background. Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11822 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): view of the futuristic Ozeaneum Museum which opened its doors in July 2008, with historic brick-built trade warehouses on the right. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11821 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): view of the harbour from a sightseeing boat, with facades of burgher houses and the church towers of St. Nicholas in the background. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11820 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): view of the harbour with sightseeing boat, and the church towers of St. Nicholas in the background. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11819 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the church of St. Mary, completed in its present form in 1485, although it originally had a Gothic spire, 151 metres high (!) which burnt out after a lightning strike in 1647. Seen reflected in the waters of the Franken Teich (lake). Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11818 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): facade of Alter Markt 6, built in 1357 and converted to Baroque style in 1650. Now home to the traditional pharmacy business. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11817 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the brick Gothic facade of the "Wulflamhaus", Alter Markt 5, dates from 1352. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11816 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): brick Gothic facade of the "Giebelhaus", Mühlenstrasse 1, displays the oldest known example of the "pillar gable", from the 13th century. The bottom part was lost during Baroque alterations in 1770. Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11815 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on Mühlenstrasse and the Alter Markt. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11814 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the impressive brick Gothic facade of the Rathaus (Town Hall) dates from 1278, and is the hallmark of the city. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11813 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): handsome facades on the Alter Markt. The grey building displaying a coat of arms in the gable, Alter Markt 14, is the former residence of the Swedish garrison commander, during the Swedish occupation. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11812 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the Gothic arches of the side isles of St. Nicholas' church have been restored to their original striking colours. The Renaissance pulpit dates from 1611. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11811 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): view of the nave of St. Nicholas' church from the ambulatory. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11810 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the Gothic arches of the side isles of St. Nicholas' church have been restored to their original striking colours. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11809 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the impressive Gothic nave of St. Nicholas' Church Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11808 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the well-lit walk-through gallery of the Rathaus (Town Hall) Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11807 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): recently restored Baroque West Door of St Nicholas' Church with an image of St. Nicholas, the statues of Hope (Spes) and Faith (Fides) and cherubs carrying the instruments of the Passion (arma Christi). Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11806 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on the Alter Markt and Mühlenstrasse. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11805 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): handsome burgher house at Mühlenstrasse 7, built in late 18th century in neo-Baroque style. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage
PMR-D11804 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on Mühlenstrasse and the Alter Markt. Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11803 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): historic yacht moored in the harbour on the River Ryck. Keywords: Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, picturesque, sailing boat, tradition
PMR-D11802 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stolpe on the Island of Usedom: Schloss Stolpe was built in Baroque style towards the end of the 17th century on the site of a previous castle. Beer and other refreshments are enjoyed at the summer fete on the grass. Keywords: architecture, atmosphere, culture, drinking, eating, festival, heritage, lively, palatial, picturesque
PMR-D11801 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stolpe on the Island of Usedom: Schloss Stolpe was built in Baroque style towards the end of the 17th century on the site of a previous castle. Beer and other refreshments are enjoyed at the summer fete on the grass. Keywords: architecture, atmosphere, culture, drinking, eating, festival, heritage, lively, palatial, picturesque
PMR-D11800 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Usedom: a typical cobbled street Keywords: architecture, colourful, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11799 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Usedom: tower of the Marienkirche (St. Mary's Church), built in Gothic style at the end of the 15th century on the site of an earlier church. Keywords: architecture, culture, gable, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11798 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Usedom: brick-built Anklamer Tor, the town's eastern gate, was erected about 1495. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11797 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stolpe on the Island of Usedom: Schloss Stolpe was built in Baroque style towards the end of the 17th century on the site of a previous castle. Home of the von Schwerin family. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, palatial, picturesque
PMR-D11795 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: fishing boats, moored or on land, along with a museum-warship on the peninsula. Keywords: colourful, jetty, marine, picturesque, quayside
PMR-D11509 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios with agave. Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, pink cistus, spring flowers
PMR-D11508 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios. Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, pink cistus, spring flowers
PMR-D11507 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios with pink cistus flowers. Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, pink cistus, spring flowers
PMR-D11493 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kanoni: the convent of Panagia Vlahernon on Vlaherna Island can be reached by walking along the jetty. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historic, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11492 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kanoni: the convent of Panagia Vlahernon on Vlaherna Island can be reached by walking along the jetty. Behind is Mouse Island (Pondikonisi) with a tiny Byzantine chapel, reachable by boat in ca. 4 minutes. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historic, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11488 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (CorfuTown): the elegant arcades of the Liston face the Spianada on the west side. It was built under French rule, in 1807. Keywords: architecture, Ionian Islands, picturesque, plaza, promenade, terrace
PMR-D11469 Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: fishing boats in the harbour. Keywords: colourful, Ionian Islands, jetty, picturesque, pleasure boats
PMR-D11467 Greece, Island of Corfu, Helidoni Viewpoint: view of Porto Timoni and Agios Georgios beach with the island of Mathraki in the distance. Keywords: archipelago, coast, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11466 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Odos Nikiforou Theotoki, one of the busiest shopping streets in the old town. Keywords: arcades, architecture, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11462 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the two peaks in the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), the "Castel a Mare" and "Castel a Terra", with the classical church of St. George, built by the British, in the centre. Keywords: bastion, fortifications, Ionian Islands, picturesque, Venetian
PMR-D11460 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) across the old town to the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio) with the belltower of Agios Spyridon on the left. Keywords: bastion, Ionian Islands, panorama, picturesque, rooftops
PMR-D11457 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) across the old town to the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio) with the belltower of Agios Spyridon on the left. Keywords: antirrhinum, bastion, Ionian Islands, panorama, picturesque, rooftops
PMR-D11456 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) across the old town to the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio) with the belltower of Agios Spyridon on the left. Keywords: antirrhinum, bastion, Ionian Islands, panorama, picturesque, rooftops
PMR-D11455 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) across the old town to the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio) with the belltower of Agios Spyridon on the left. Keywords: bastion, Ionian Islands, panorama, picturesque, rooftops
PMR-D11454 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the Spilia area and Old Port Square from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio), with the islet of Vidos, used as a Serbian quarantine in 1916. Keywords: harbour, Ionian Islands, jetty, panorama, picturesque
PMR-D11453 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the Spilia area and Old Port Square from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio), with the islet of Vidos, used as a Serbian quarantine in 1916. Keywords: harbour, Ionian Islands, jetty, panorama, picturesque
PMR-D11443 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view along the headland towards Porto Timoni beach (hidden). Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, rocky
PMR-D11442 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios, over 1000 metres long. Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy
PMR-D11440 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: dwelling in the old quarter. Keywords: alleyways, colourful, crazy paving, geraniums, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11439 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: boutique in the old quarter. Keywords: alleyways, cottages, crazy paving, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11437 Greece, Island of Corfu, Agios Georgios: the beach of Agios Georgios, over 1000 metres long, with a beached boat in the foreground and flowers of Three-horned Stock. Keywords: bay, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy
PMR-D11434 Greece, Island of Corfu, Agios Georgios: the beach of Agios Georgios, over 1000 metres long, with Agaves in foreground. Keywords: bay, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy
PMR-D11433 Greece, Island of Corfu, Agios Georgios: view of the apartments of Porto Timoni, atop the cliff, from the beach of Agios Georgios. Keywords: bay, colourful, Ionian Islands, outlook, picturesque
PMR-D11432 Greece, Island of Corfu, Agios Georgios: view of Porto Timoni, atop its cliff, from the beach of Agios Georgios, with sunbathers and straw beach umbrella. Keywords: bay, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy
PMR-D11428 Greece, Island of Corfu, Agios Georgios: view of Porto Timoni, atop its cliff, from the beach of Agios Georgios. Keywords: bay, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy
PMR-D11427 Greece, Island of Corfu, Agios Georgios: view of Porto Timoni, atop its cliff, from the beach of Agios Georgios, with Agave in foreground. Keywords: bay, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy
PMR-D11421 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Castel a Terra with Venetian belltower and lighthouse in the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio), showing the bridge over the moat (Contrafossa) and Venetian fortifications. Keywords: architecture, bastion, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11420 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Castel a Terra with Venetian belltower and lighthouse in the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio). Keywords: architecture, colourful, fortifications, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11418 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (CorfuTown): facades of Old Port Square, Spilia, reflected in the pool of the modern fountain. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sculpture
PMR-D11416 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): courtyard of a taverna in the old town. Keywords: architecture, colourful, drinking, eating, Ionian Islands, picturesque, restaurant
PMR-D11415 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): the Catholic Catherdral of St. James and St. Christopher ( Agii Iakovos ke Hristoforos), dating from 1632, in Platia Dimarhio. Keywords: architecture, flowers, garden, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11412 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the two peaks in the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), the "Castel a Mare" and "Castel a Terra", with moored yachts in the foreground. Keywords: bastion, fortifications, Ionian Islands, picturesque, Venetian
PMR-D11411 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Panagia Mandrakina, a small, Greek Orthodox church on the Spianada, took on its present form in 1950 after rebuilding due to war damage. Keywords: architecture, belltower, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11410 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Platia Iroon Kypriakon Agoniston, a square popularly known as "Platia Ioniki" with a statue of Corfiot politician Georgios Theotoki in the centre. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Ionian Islands, monument, picturesque
PMR-D11409 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): football on the former cricket ground in front of the Palace of St. Michael and St. George. Keywords: healthy exercise, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sport, youth
PMR-D11408 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): entrance gate to the bridge across the moat (Contrafossa) to the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress). Keywords: bastion, Castel a Terra, fort, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11407 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of St. Nicholas Bay from the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), with yachts moored in the foreground. Keywords: bay, catamarans, Ionian Islands, picturesque, seascape
PMR-D11406 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of St. Nicholas Bay from the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), with "pirate ship" on a pleasure cruise. Keywords: bay, catamarans, Ionian Islands, picturesque, seascape
PMR-D11405 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): the Venetian belltower in the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), to which a clock was added under British rule. Old cannon in foreground. Keywords: architecture, bastion, fortifications, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11404 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): the Sideros Lighthouse (built 1828) on the summit of the "Castel a Terra", in the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress). Keywords: architecture, bastion, beacon, fort, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11403 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): "Castel a Mare", the lower peak in the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), with Venetian fortifications which resisted three Ottoman sieges. Keywords: architecture, bastion, fort, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11402 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): "Castel a Mare", the lower peak in the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), with Venetian fortifications which resisted three Ottoman sieges. Keywords: architecture, bastion, fort, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11398 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the Spianada and Liston from the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio). Keywords: fortifications, Ionian Islands, panorama, picturesque, Venetian
PMR-D11397 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the waterfront and promenade from the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio) with moored yachts in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, Venetian
PMR-D11395 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): water craft moored in the Contrafossa (former moat) of the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio) Keywords: bastion, colourful, fortifications, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11393 Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: rugged cliffs guard the entrance to the bay Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, rocky
PMR-D11392 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: Agios Georgios beach. Keywords: bathing, bay, coast, picturesque, sandy
PMR-D11391 Greece, Island of Corfu, Helidoni Viewpoint: view of Porto Timoni and Agios Georgios beach with the island of Mathraki in the distance. Keywords: archipelago, coast, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11390 Greece, Island of Corfu, Helidoni Viewpoint: view of Porto Timoni and Agios Georgios beach with the island of Mathraki in the distance. Keywords: archipelago, coast, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11389 Greece, Island of Corfu, Helidoni Viewpoint: view of Agios Georgios beach and Judas tree (Cercis siliquastrum). Keywords: archipelago, coast, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque
PMR-D11387 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios. Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy beach
PMR-D11386 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the headland and rugged cliffs. Keywords: bay, coast, horizon, Ionian Islands, nature, picturesque
PMR-D11384 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the headland with spring flowers in the foreground. Keywords: bay, coast, horizon, Ionian Islands, nature, picturesque
PMR-D11383 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the headland with agave in the foreground. Keywords: bay, coast, horizon, Ionian Islands, nature, picturesque
PMR-D11382 Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios. Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, pink cistus, spring flowers
PMR-D8411 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): gaily painted preserved fishing boat. Keywords: Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, secluded
PMR-D8180 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. View of the fountain in Lille Lungegards Vann (lake), with the high-rise City Hall in the background. Keywords: architecture, commerce, Hanseatic, heritage, historic, mediaeval, mercantile, panorama, picturesque, port, Scandinavia
PMR-D6554 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view of the Japanese Garden, created in a dell in 1908 by the 8th Viscount Powerscourt. Keywords: botanic, colourful, culture, gardens, heritage, historic, landscape, monument, park , picturesque
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-D5066 Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: roadside stallholder and pretty daughter selling "Kuruth", traditional dried/smoked goat's cheese balls. Keywords: Asian, barren, desolate, geology, landscape, picturesque, rocky, scenic, Silk Road, topography
PMR-D11261 Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: street in the old town with street lanterns and masses of bougainvillea. Keywords: colourful, flowers, old quarter, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D11260 Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: street in the old town with street lantern and masses of bougainvillea Keywords: colourful, flowers, old quarter, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D11259 Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: street in the old town with typical Turkish enclosed wooden balconies and bougainvillea. Keywords: colourful, flowers, old quarter, picturesque, traditional
pMR-D11239 Turkey, Lycia, Simena: the mediaeval crusader castle with swallowtail castellations on its well preserved walls was built for the Order of the Knights of St. John on the site of the ancient Lycian town of Simena. It dominates the present Turkish village of Kalekoy which can only be reached by boat or on foot. Keywords: castle, culture, defence, fortifications, fortress, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D11237 Turkey, Lycia, Simena: The former Greek coastal village of Simena (Turkish: Kalekoy) can only be reached from the sea - there are no roads connecting it to the hinterland, so development is limited, and little has changed since the Greeks left in 1922. About 200 people live here permanently. Crowning the village is a mediaeval fortress, and scattered around the village are numerous Lycian stone sarcophagi. Keywords: castle, colourful, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D11235 Turkey, Lycia, Simena: The former Greek coastal village of Simena (Turkish: Kalekoy) can only be reached from the sea - there are no roads connecting it to the hinterland, so development is limited, and little has changed since the Greeks left in 1922. About 200 people live here permanently. Crowning the village is a mediaeval fortress, and scattered around the village are numerous Lycian stone sarcophagi. Keywords: castle, colourful, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D11234 Turkey, Lycia, Simena: The former Greek coastal village of Simena (Turkish: Kalekoy) can only be reached from the sea - there are no roads connecting it to the hinterland, so development is limited, and little has changed since the Greeks left in 1922. About 200 people live here permanently. Crowning the village is a mediaeval fortress, and scattered around the village are numerous Lycian stone sarcophagi. Keywords: castle, colourful, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D11232 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: closer view of the headland, with houses crowding the waterfront and the mosque which is home to an interesting local museum. Keywords: colourful, heritage, minaret, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11231 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: cupolas of a Greek Orthodox church, almost hidden behind the trees. Keywords: colourful, heritage, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11230 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: closer view of the headland, with houses crowding the waterfront, minaret and fishing boats. Keywords: colourful, heritage, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11229 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty, lined by colourful facades and tourist boutiques. Keywords: picturesque, port, resort
PMR-D11228 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty, with colourful houses on the hillside in the background. Keywords: picturesque, port, resort
PMR-D11227 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty, with colourful houses on the hillside in the background. Keywords: picturesque, port, resort
PMR-D11226 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: the headland, crowned by the ruins of a 14th century Crusader fortress, with the ferry terminal below. Keywords: colourful, heritage, historic, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11225 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: colourful facades with classical lines on the waterfront, backed by the mountainous hinterland. Keywords: architecture, dwellings, houses, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11218 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: ruins of a 14th century Crusader fortress crown the headland. Keywords: architecture, colourful, heritage, historic, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11217 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: newly restored facades on the quayside. Keywords: architecture, colourful, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11216 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: the headland, crowned by the ruins of a 14th century Crusader fortress. The mosque is home to an interesting local museum. View from the terrace of the Hotel Megisti. Keywords: architecture, colourful, heritage, historic, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11215 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: the headland, crowned by the ruins of a 14th century Crusader fortress. The mosque is home to an interesting local museum. View from the terrace of the Hotel Megisti. Keywords: architecture, colourful, heritage, historic, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11214 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: the headland, crowned by the ruins of a 14th century Crusader fortress. The mosque is home to an interesting local museum. Keywords: architecture, colourful, heritage, historic, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11213 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: newly restored desirable residence flying the Greek flag from the balcony. Keywords: architecture, colourful, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11212 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: seating for an open air concert in a small square backed by colourful house facades. Keywords: architecture, mountains, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11209 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty. Keywords: colourful, mountains, picturesque, port, resort
PMR-D11208 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty. Keywords: colourful, mountains, picturesque, port, resort
PMR-D11207 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, port, resort
PMR-D11206 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty. Keywords: colourful, mountains, picturesque, port, resort
PMR-D11205 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: colourful house-facades on the waterfront. Keywords: mountains, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11204 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: colourful house-facades on the waterfront. Keywords: mountains, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11203 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo: approaching the port from the sea by ferry from Kas with the coastal settlement dwarfed by the steep wooded cliffs. Local ferryboat in the foreground. Keywords: mountains, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11202 Greece, Island of Kastellorizo: approaching the port from the sea by ferry from Kas with the coastal settlement dwarfed by the steep cliffs. Keywords: mountains, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11200 Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kas: Turkish sailing ship "Bahriyeli C" anchored for the night in a bay adjacent to Kas. Keywords: picturesque, three-masted, wooden hull, yacht
PMR-D11196 Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: minaret of the mosque, with yellow taxi rank. Keywords: cliffs, colourful, holidays, Islam, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11195 Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: the main street, with typical Turkish wooden enclosed balcony and tourist boutiques. Keywords: colourful, holidays, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11193 Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: the main street, leading up the hill, with bougainvilleas. Keywords: colourful, holidays, picturesque, resort
PMR-D11177 Turkey, Lycia, Pinara: the path leading down from the acropolis of the ancient city. Keywords: landscape, Mediterranean, picturesque
PMR-D11159 Turkey, Lycia: rocky headland with natural window and light-beacon provides a sheltered mooring close to the Dalyan delta. Keywords: catamaran, colourful, geology, Mediterranean, picturesque
PMR-D11141 Turkey, Lycia, Dalyan: vivid red bougainvillea against a blue sky. Keywords: blossom, botany, colourful, flowers, Mediterranean, picturesque, shrubs
PMR-D11133 Turkey, Lycia: rocky headland with natural window and light-beacon provides a sheltered mooring close to the Dalyan delta. Keywords: catamaran, colourful, geology, Mediterranean, picturesque
PMR-D3672 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 flowering Flamegold Rain Tree or Taiwanese Rain Tree (Koelreuteria elegans) in the adjoining park. Keywords: ancient, Asian, botanical, flowering tree, Han, historic, Lingqu, Middle Kingdom, national heritage, photogenic, picturesque, UNESCO, waterways
PMR-D3670 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. Flowers of the Flamegold Rain Tree or Taiwanese Rain Tree (Koelreuteria elegans) in the adjoining park. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, botanical, flowering tree, Lingqu
PMR-D4373 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: flowers of the Glory tree or Flaming Glorybower (Clerodendrum splendens). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant
PMR-D9955 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares. Brazilian plume flower, flamingo flower or jacobinia (Justicia carnea) Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D11126 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: St. Mattheus Church, built of bricks in 1845, was the first protestant church in Ingolstadt. Keywords: architecture, brickwork, culture, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D11122 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Baroque clocktower on the entry-gate of the Neues Schloss (New Castle) started in 1418 by Duke Ludwig VII ("the Bearded") of the Wittelsbach dynasty. It is now home to the Army Museum. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque, red apples
PMR-D11121 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Baroque entry-gate and clocktower of the Neues Schloss (New Castle) started in 1418 by Duke Ludwig VII ("the Bearded") of the Wittelsbach dynasty. It is now home to the Army Museum. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D11120 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Neues Schloss (New Castle) started in 1418 by Duke Ludwig VII ("the Bearded") of the Wittelsbach dynasty. It is now home to the Army Museum. View from the moat. Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D11119 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Neues Schloss (New Castle) started in 1418 by Duke Ludwig VII ("the Bearded") of the Wittelsbach dynasty. It is now home to the Army Museum. Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D11034 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Kaisheimer Haus, built about 1600 as a town palace for the Fugger family. It acquired its Baroque appearance during the 17/18th centuries. The future Elector Maximilian I lived here between 1587-90. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D11033 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: St. Mattheus Church, built of bricks in 1845, was the first protestant church in Ingolstadt. View from the Schrannenstrasse. Keywords: architecture, brickwork, culture, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D11032 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: the Rococo facade of Ickstatt House, former residence of Johann Adam, Freiherr von Ickstatt (1702-76), a noted reformer of the Enlightenment. Keywords: architecture, Baroque, culture, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D11031 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: facade of the old town hall (Altes Rathaus) which was rebuilt in its present form and neo-Renaissance style by Gabriel von Seidl in 1882. View from the Victualienmarkt, with fountain in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D11030 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: the old town hall (Altes Rathaus) which was rebuilt in its present form and neo-Renaissance style by Gabriel von Seidl in 1882. To the left is the Pfeifturm ("Whistle Tower"), formerly the town's watch tower. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D11029 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Baroque facades on the Ludwigstrasse, part of the pedestrian zone. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D11028 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: the unequal (unfinished) towers of the late Gothic minster(Liebfrauenmünster) begun in 1425. Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11027 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: the vaulted late Gothic south portal of the minster (Liebfrausenmünster), started in 1425. Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11026 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Kreuztor (Cross Gate) dating from the 14th century. The name originates from the leper-house "St. Cross", formerly situated nearby. Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11025 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: part of the mediaeval town fortifications, still in use. Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, tower
PMR-D11024 Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Kreuztor (Cross Gate) dating from the 14th century. The name originates from the leper-house "St. Cross", formerly situated nearby. Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque
PMR-D11005 Germany, Lower Bavaria: in the grounds of the Roemerbad Klinik, cure hotel in the spa town of Bad Gögging. Keywords: al fresco cafe, convalescence, peaceful, picturesque, rehabilitation, relaxing, sanatorium
PMR-D11004 Germany, Lower Bavaria: Villa Aurelia, cure hotel in the spa town of Bad Gögging. Keywords: architecture, convalescence, peaceful, picturesque, rehabilitation, sanatorium
PMR-D11003 Germany, Lower Bavaria: the river Abens at Bad Gögging. Keywords: bucolic, countryside, nature, peaceful, picturesque, reedbeds, riverine, rural scene
PMR-D10758 Germany, Bavaria, Benediktbeueren: the monastery grounds with hay-barns, overlooked by the snow-capped Benedikten Wand. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D10757 Germany, Bavaria, Benediktbeueren: bird-watcher group in the monastery grounds amid pools from thawing snow. Keywords: mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, outdoor life
PMR-D10756 England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): a handsome, wrought iron gateway in the grounds of Petworth House, former home of the Percy family, Earls of Northumberland. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, mansion, country house, work of art, artistic
PMR-D10755 England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the main facade of Petworth House, former home of the Percy family, Earls of Northumberland, from the grounds. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house
PMR-D10754 England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the main facade of Petworth House, former home of the Percy family, Earls of Northumberland, from the grounds. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house
PMR-D10706 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum: Mittermayerhof, the oldest farmhouse in the collection, dating back to 1525. Of all-wood construction, including the wellhouse. Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life
PMR-D10705 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum: Wagnerhaeusl, a farmhouse built in 1810 using an existing building, occupied for over 150 years by a cartwright and wheelwright business. Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life
PMR-D10704 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum: Haeuslmannhof, a traditional farmhouse from the Chiemgau region of Bavaria, built in 1751. Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life
PMR-D10703 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum: waterwheel in action. Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life
PMR-D10702 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum: Wooden gallery on the upper storey of the Bernoederhof, a large farmhouse with ancillary buildings arranged in a square format, built in 1725. Keywords: historic, country life, dwellings, tradition, heritage, picturesque, architecture, culture
PMR-D10701 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum: Central courtyard and dovecote of the Bernoederhof, a large farmhouse with ancillary buildings arranged in a square format, built in 1725. Keywords: historic, country life, dwellings, tradition, heritage, picturesque, architecture, culture
PMR-D10700 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum: the painted wooden Beehouse, built in 1889, has space for about 100 bee colonies. Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life
PMR-D10698 Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: brilliant autumn foliage near the Valentins Park. Keywords: picturesque, russet and gold, fall, autumn , colourful
PMR-D10697 Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: brilliant autumn foliage near the Valentins Park. Keywords: picturesque, russet and gold, fall, autumn , colourful
PMR-D10696 Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: brilliant autumn foliage near the Valentins Park. Keywords: picturesque, russet and gold, fall, autumn , colourful
PMR-D10695 Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: brilliant autumn foliage near the Valentins Park. Keywords: picturesque, russet and gold, fall, autumn , colourful
PMR-D10694 Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: north rotunda and classrooms of the Education Centre for the Visually Impaired (SBZ). The architects, Pagenstecher & Moosmang, chose red clinker masonry to blend with the existing buildings. Autumn foliage enhances the colour. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, colourful, blind, sight-disabled
PMR-D10693 Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: north rotunda of the Education Centre for the Visually Impaired (SBZ). The architects, Pagenstecher & Moosmang, chose red clinker masonry to blend with the existing buildings. Autumn foliage enhances the colour. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, colourful, blind, sight-disabled
PMR-D10692 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: the open air museum of historical farm buildings and water mills at Glentleiten: traditional farmhouse from Oberteisendorf near Berchtesgaden. Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life
PMR-D10691 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: the open air museum of historical farm buildings and water mills at Glentleiten: a flock of sheep used for cropping amid colouring autumn foliage. Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life
PMR-D10690 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: the open air museum of historical farm buildings and water mills at Glentleiten: the reservoir which supplies the water wheels through a system of sluices, surrounded by autumn foliage. Keywords: historic, country life, dwellings, tradition, heritage, picturesque, architecture, culture
PMR-D10689 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: the open air museum of historical farm buildings and water mills at Glentleiten: the pottery, in an historic wooden building, offers products made on the traditional potter's wheel. Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life, artisan
PMR-D10688 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: colourful display of flowers on a wooden chalet in the hamlet of Birkenstein. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, tradition
PMR-D10687 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: ornate altar of the Pilgrimage Chapel "Maria Himmelfahrt", built in 1710 by Johann Mayr the elder, in the hamlet of Birkenstein: Keywords: historic, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, culture, religious art
PMR041-08 Czechoslovakia, Prague: "Golden Lane", within the walls of the castle, formerly mini-houses of the castle gunners and goldbeaters, now tourist boutiques. Keywords: architecture, quaint, colourful, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR018-15 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: view of the Bäckertor (Bakers Gate) (mid 13th century) and the Roßmarkt. Keywords: mediaeval, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR018-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the Mutterturm (19th century). Keywords: mediaeval, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR011-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Bavarian royal palace of Hohenschwangau reflected in the waters of the Alpsee, with autumn foliage in the foreground. Keywords: palace, tourist attraction, historic, heritage, architecture, picturesque
PMR011-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: King Ludwig II's Schloss Neuschwanstein, surrounded by ground mist, from the path up the Tegelberg. Keywords: palace, tourist attraction, historic, heritage, architecture, picturesque
PMR009-15 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: a carved wooden water trough amid autumn leaves, with the Ammergauer Alps in the background. Keywords: picturesque, mountains, landscape
PMR008-15 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Theatinerkirche (Theatine Church of St. Cajetan), built between 1663 and 1690 in high Baroque style, from the Hofgarten, with fountain in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, heritage, Court gardens, picturesque, historic, colourful
PMR000-01 England, East Sussex: Sheffield Park Garden, originally laid out by 'Capability' Brown, now a National Trust property, provides a feast of colour in the aurumn. Keywords: culture, reflections, foliage colour, botanical, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D10580 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Feldafing: Schloss (castle) Garatshausen on Lake Starnberg is a retirement home for the elderly, run by the Bavarian Red Cross. Keywords: picturesque, sheltered living, nursing home, residence, architecture
PMR-D10579 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lake Starnberg: Possenhofen Castle, birthplace of Sisi, the future Empress Elisabeth of Austria, wife of Franz Joseph I. Dating back to 1536, but rebuilt many times, it is now used for apartments. Keywords: picturesque, royalty, Schloss, architecture, historic, heritage
PMR-D10578 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lake Starnberg: yachts at their moorings near the village of Berg. Keywords: picturesque, sailing, pleasure boats, landscape, nature, countryside
PMR-D10576 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Starnberg: view of the town with the parish church and the 16th century castle of the Dukes of Bavaria from Lake Starnberg, with yachts in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, Wittelsbach, countryside, nature, landscape, historic, heritage
PMR-D10569 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from the Kranzberg with Mittenwald on the valley floor. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D10568 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: traditional "Heustadel" (hay barn), roof secured with rocks, on the Kranzberg, with the Karwendel Mountains in the background. Keywords: alpine, log cabin, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D10567 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains with hikers on the path up the Kranzberg (1391 metres). Keywords: alpine, walkers, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D10564 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from the Kranzberg (1391 metres). Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D10563 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from the Kranzberg (1391 metres) with grazing goats in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR-D10557 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from Lake Wilden in the Isar Valley. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR-D10556 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the snow-capped Karwendel Mountains from Lake Wilden in the Isar Valley. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D10509 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Seeg: early-morning view of the Allgaeu countryside and Alpine foothills from a hot-air balloon, with Pfronten in the distance. Keywords: alpine, aerial, lighter-than-air, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D10508 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Seeg: early-morning view of the Allgaeu countryside and Alpine foothills from a hot-air balloon, with Nesselwang on the upper left. Keywords: alpine, aerial, lighter-than-air, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D10507 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Seeg: early-morning view of the Allgaeu countryside and Alpine foothills from a hot-air balloon. Keywords: alpine, aerial, lighter-than-air, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D10501 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: the snow-covered Wetterstein massif with the Alpspitze and Zugspitze (2962 metres) on approaching Garmisch. Keywords: alpine, colourful, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D10500 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: the snow-covered Wetterstein massif with the Alpspitze and Zugspitze (2962 metres) on approaching Garmisch. Keywords: alpine, colourful, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D10433 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: waterfront, to the east of the centre, dominated by a typical chapel. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quayside
PMR-D10431 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Jardim Antonio Borges was established by a wealthy landowner, Antonio Borges, in 1858 and is now freely available to the public. The bridge in the imaginative Fern Ravine. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D10430 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Jardim Antonio Borges was established by a wealthy landowner, Antonio Borges, in 1858 and is now freely available to the public. A magnificent Moreton Bay fig tree (Ficus macrophylla) from Australia. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D10429 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Jardim Antonio Borges was established by a wealthy landowner, Antonio Borges, in 1858 and is now freely available to the public. Palm trees reflected in the central lake. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D10426 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa do Fogo ("Lake of Fire"), a steep-sided caldeira near the centre of the island. View of the twin peninsulas in the lake. Keywords: picturesque, volcanic
PMR-D10425 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa do Fogo ("Lake of Fire"), a steep-sided caldeira near the centre of the island. View from Pico da Barrosa (947m.). Keywords: picturesque, volcanic
PMR-D10424 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa do Fogo ("Lake of Fire"), a steep-sided caldeira near the centre of the island. View from Pico da Barrosa (947m.). Keywords: picturesque, volcanic
PMR-D10423 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa do Fogo ("Lake of Fire"), a steep-sided caldeira near the centre of the island. View from Pico da Barrosa (947m.). Keywords: picturesque, volcanic
PMR-D10421 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa do Fogo ("Lake of Fire"), a steep-sided caldeira near the centre of the island. View from Pico da Barrosa (947m.). Keywords: picturesque, volcanic
PMR-D10420 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the symbol of the town is the old three-arched town gateway (1783) which formerly overlooked the port, now standing in the main square, Praca Goncalo Velho Cabral. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic
PMR-D10417 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: typical landscape in the west of the island, with small lakes between grass-covered undulating hills. Keywords: picturesque, nature, geological, landscape
PMR-D10416 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: old stone aqueduct near the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. Keywords: picturesque, culture, national heritage, historical
PMR-D10414 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa Azul and Sete Cidades under encroaching cloud, from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape
PMR-D10412 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: steep-sided Lagoa de Sao Tiago from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. Lagoa Azul in the background. Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape
PMR-D10411 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: steep-sided Lagoa de Sao Tiago from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. with the town of Sete Cidades on Lagoa Azul in the background. Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape
PMR-D10410 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: steep-sided Lagoa de Sao Tiago from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. Lagoa Azul in the background. Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape
PMR-D10409 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: steep-sided Lagoa de Sao Tiago from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. Lagoa Azul in the background. Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape
PMR-D10408 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: steep-sided Lagoa de Sao Tiago from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. Lagoa Azul in the background. Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape
PMR-D10407 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: steep-sided Lagoa Rasa in the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape
PMR-D10405 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa Verde and Lagoa Azul in the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades, from Vista do Rei (KIng's View). Keywords: picturesque, lakes, geological, landscape
PMR-D10404 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Vista do Rei: Lagoa Verde and Lagoa Azul in Sete Cidades volcanic crater with hydrangea flowers in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape
PMR-D9996 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: view of Lagoa das Furnas (Lake Furnas) from Pico do Ferro. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, volcanic, crater
PMR-D9995 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: view of the town from Pico do Ferro. Keywords: picturesque, crater, volcanic, panorama
PMR-D9994 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: view of the town from Pico do Ferro with part of Lake Furnas on the right. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, volcanic, crater
PMR-D9993 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: view of Lagoa das Furnas (Lake Furnas) from Pico do Ferro. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, volcanic, crater
PMR-D9992 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. The mansion house, built by the Visconde da Praia, overlooking the iron-rich geothermal pool. Keywords: heritage, minerals, spa, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9991 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Iron-rich stream of water running through the mossy fern garden. Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9990 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the collection of aquatic plants. Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9989 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the fern collection (comprises ca. 200 species). Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9988 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the collection of palm trees. Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9987 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Pandanus trees on the island at the east end of the garden. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9986 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. A bank of blue Hydrangeas. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9985 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. The volcanic water lake with stepping stones to the island. Furnas's church is visible in the background. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9984 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Avenue of palm trees. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9981 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. A bank of Hydrangeas growing under tree ferns. Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9980 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. A bank of Hydrangeas growing under tree ferns. Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9979 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the lake at the east end of the garden. Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9978 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the lake at the east end of the garden. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9977 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the lake at the east end of the garden. Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9976 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Memorial to the Visconde da Praia. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum, monument, obelisk
PMR-D9975 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. A long avenue of Gingko trees provides welcome shade. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9974 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the lake which extends the length of the garden, with a glmpse of the mansion through the tree ferns. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9973 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. The mansion house, built by the Visconde da Praia, overlooking the iron-rich geothermal pool. Keywords: heritage, minerals, spa, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9972 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. The iron-rich geothermal swimming pool is one of the island's main attractions. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum, spa, minerals
PMR-D9971 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. The goldfish and water lily pond with side view of the mansion house. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9970 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: view of the town and Terra Nostra Gardens on the crater floor, from the approach road. Keywords: panorama, picturesque, geology
PMR-D9969 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Lagoa das Furnas (Furnas Lake) with flowering Agapanthus and Hydrangea and tree-fern on the bank. Keywords: blossom, botany, plants, picturesque
PMR-D9968 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: typical wooded countryside, separated by open meadows. Keywords: picturesque, rural scene, nature
PMR-D9967 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: a shady avenue of plane trees and hydrangeas, approaching the town. Keywords: alley, nature, picturesque, woods, road
PMR-D9957 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares. A group of fan palms (Livistona). Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9956 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares. Statue of the founder, Jose do Canto. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9954 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares. The mighty root system of a Moreton Bay Fig tree (Ficus Macrophylla). Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9953 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares. The branch system of a stately Eucalyptus tree. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9952 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9951 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum
PMR-D9950 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the mansion of Jose do Campo now houses the Hotel Casa do Jardim which dominates the 5-hectare-gardens which bear his name. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, architecture
PMR-D9949 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the mansion of Jose do Campo now houses the Hotel Casa do Jardim which dominates the 5-hectare-gardens which bear his name. Keywords: heritage, architecture, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9948 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the 16th century fortress, Sao Bras, built to defend the port, is now home to an extensive military museum. Keywords: architecture, harbour, defence, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque, historic
PMR-D9947 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa Verde and Lagoa Azul in the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades, from Vista do Rei (KIng's View). Keywords: picturesque, geological
PMR-D9946 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: the town of Sete Cidades on Lagoa Azul in its volcanic crater. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, geological
PMR-D9945 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa Sao Tiago and Lagoa Verde in the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades. Keywords: picturesque, geological
PMR-D9944 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa Azul in the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades. Keywords: picturesque, geological
PMR-D9943 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: green water in Lagoa de Sao Tiago in the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades. Keywords: picturesque, geological
PMR-D9942 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: looking down into the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades from the east. Keywords: picturesque, geological, landscape
PMR-D9941 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Escalvado: view of the cliffs to the north, with eroded volcanic rock pinnacles. Keywords: picturesque, coast, geological
PMR-D9940 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Escalvado: view of the cliffs to the north, with the town of Mosteiros in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, geological, coast, seascape, landscape
PMR-D9939 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros: view of the town on its "faja" (coastal plateau) from the neighbouring Ponta do Escalvado. Keywords: picturesque, geological, coast, seascape, landscape
PMR-D9938 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta dos Mosteiros: the village square, surrounded by plane trees, with bandstand and fountain. Keywords: picturesque, peaceful
PMR-D9937 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta dos Mosteiros: cottages facing the village square, with open air cafe tables. Keywords: picturesque, peaceful, dwellings
PMR-D9936 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta dos Mosteiros: the church. Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture
PMR-D9935 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros, Ponta do Castelo: remnants of lava from the last volcanic eruption - on the beach and in the sea. The castle of Nossa Senhora da Conceicao once stood near here, but few traces remain. Keywords: picturesque, black, rocky, geological, coast, seascape, landscape
PMR-D9934 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Castelo: view of Ponta dos Mosteiros from across the bay with breaking surf in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, geological, coast, seascape, landscape
PMR-D9933 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros, Ponta do Castelo: remnants of lava from the last volcanic eruption - on the beach and in the sea. The castle of Nossa Senhora da Conceicao once stood near here, but few traces remain. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, seascape, coast, geological, rocks, black
PMR-D9932 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Castelo: the last house on the Ponta dos Mosteiros, overlooking the bay. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, volcanic rocks, coast, geological
PMR-D9931 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Castela: view of Mosteiros from across the bay. Keywords: picturesque, rocky, landscape, seascape, coast, geological
PMR-D9930 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros, Ponta do Castelo: remnants of lava from the last volcanic eruption - on the beach and in the sea. The castle of Nossa Senhora da Conceicao once stood near here, but few traces remain. Keywords: picturesque, geological, coast, seascape, landscape
PMR-D9929 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros: picnic place with a display of flowering hydrangeas. Keywords: picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, flora
PMR-D9925 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the main square, Praca Goncalo Velho Cabral, with statue of Goncalo Velho Cabral, believed to have been the discoverer of the island, and the three-arched former city gate in the background. Keywords: architecture, sculpture, monument, historic, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D9924 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Rua Machado dos Santos, in the pedestrian zone with its ornamental pavement mosaic and balconies with forged ironwork. Keywords: architecture, historic, picturesque, national heritage, street scene
PMR-D9923 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Jardim Padre Senas Freitas, colourful gardens in the centre of the town, named after a writer, orator and polemicist. Keywords: picturesque, salvia, blossom, botanical, park
PMR-D9922 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Jardim Padre Senas Freitas, colourful gardens in the centre of the town, named after a writer, orator and polemicist. In the foreground, an Illawarra Flame tree (Brachychiton acerifolius). Keywords: picturesque, blossom, botanical, park
PMR-D9921 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Jardim Padre Senas Freitas, colourful gardens in the centre of the town, named after a writer, orator and polemicist. Keywords: picturesque, blossom, botanical, park
PMR-D9920 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Jardim Padre Senas Freitas, colourful gardens in the centre of the town, named after a writer, orator and polemicist. Keywords: picturesque, blossom, red flowering tree, botanical, park
PMR-D9919 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the shady Largo Martires da Patria (Martyrs' Square), with entrance to the old secondary school on the far side. Keywords: architecture, historic, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D9918 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: look-out station on the roof of a house for the purpose of early sighting of the first ships arriving for the orange harvest. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic
PMR-D9917 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the chapel of Santa Luzia in the Rua Machado dos Santos. Built as a votive offering by the daughter of a wealthy family after the preservation of her sight. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic
PMR-D9916 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: a typical narrow street in the pedestrian zone with its ornamental pavement mosaic. Keywords: architecture, historic, picturesque, national heritage, street scene
PMR-D9912 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Camara Municipal or town hall, originally home of a wealthy family, with the statue of Sao Miguel standing before it. The belltower dates from 1724 and houses the oldest bell in the Azores. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic
PMR-D9911 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Camara Municipal or town hall, originally home of a wealthy family, with the statue of Sao Miguel standing before it. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic
PMR-D9910 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the symbol of the town is the old three-arched town gateway (1783) which formerly overlooked the port, now standing in the main square, Praca Goncalo Velho Cabral. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic
PMR-D9909 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the 16th century fortress, Sao Bras, built to defend the port, is now home to an extensive military museum. Keywords: architecture, harbour, defence, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque, historic
PMR-D9908 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: ornamental paving in the Praca 5 Outubro (5th October Square), with the former Franciscan monastery and the church of Sao Jose. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic
PMR-D9907 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Sant' Ana with the Presidential Palace in the distance. Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9906 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Sant' Ana with the Presidential Palace in the distance. Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque
PMR-D9905 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Presidential Palace in the gardens of Sant' Ana. Originally the home of the Correia family, who commissioned the British architect David Mocatta with the work in 1846. Keywords: monument, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, Neoclassical, architecture
PMR-D9904 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Presidential Palace in the gardens of Sant' Ana. Originally the home of the Correia family, who commissioned the British architect David Mocatta with the work in 1846. Keywords: monument, architecture, Neoclassical, heritage, historic, colourful, picturesque
PMR-D9903 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Presidential Palace in the gardens of Sant' Ana. Originally the home of the Correia family, who commissioned the British architect David Mocatta with the work in 1846. Keywords: monument, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, Neoclassical, architecture
PMR-D9902 Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Ponta do Cintrao from Ponta do Maia, on the north coast. Keywords: landscape, coastline, picturesque, fields, cultivation, farming
PMR-D9782 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: traditional farmers' cottages. Keywords: countryside, country dwellings , houses, rural homes, picturesque, architecture
PMR-D9781 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: traditional farmers' cottages. Keywords: countryside, country dwellings , houses, rural homes, picturesque, architecture
PMR-D9780 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: traditional farmers' cottages. Keywords: countryside, country dwellings , houses, rural homes, picturesque, architecture
PMR-D9779 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: traditional farmers' cottages. Keywords: countryside, country dwellings , houses, rural homes, picturesque, architecture
PMR-D9786 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dietramszell: former Augustine monastery, closed in the Reformation, with its church and belltower. Dating back to 1156, the present buildings were erected between 1729-45 in Baroque style. Keywords: picturesque, religion, Catholic, monks, architecture
PMR-D9785 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: farmers in traditional dress with "shire" horses and cart. Keywords: countryside, horse trading, lederhosen, picturesque
PMR-D9784 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: farmers in traditional dress with "shire" horses. Keywords: countryside, horse trading, lederhosen, picturesque
PMR-D9783 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: traditional farmers' cottages. Keywords: countryside, country dwellings , houses, rural homes, picturesque, architecture
PMR-D9772 Germany, Bavaria, Hochmutting: St. Jacob's Church, founded, according to tradition, in 964 AD after a vow made by a vassal of the duke during the Hungarian wars. Later it fell under the aegis of Bernried Monastery, during which time the present chapel was built in 1599. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage
PMR-D9737 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: MV Herrsching, side paddle-wheel pleasure cruise boat of Bayerische Seenschiffahrt on Lake Ammersee. Keywords: vintage, veteran, picturesque, lake steamer, traditional
PMR-D9735 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Diessen: view of the church of St. Alban and yacht moorings at Diessen on Lake Ammersee. Keywords: picturesque, lakeside, scenery
PMR-D9732 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: Scheuermann-Schlosschen, a neo-Renaissance castle-type residence built for Ludwig Scheuermann in 1888-9, now stands in the Kurpark at the edge of Lake Ammersee. Keywords: picturesque, reflections, tower, colourful, architecture, romantic
PMR-D9731 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: MV Utting pleasure cruiser of Bayerische Seenschiffahrt on Lake Ammersee. Keywords: alpine scenery, picturesque, lake steamer, boat-trip
PMR-D9729 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: MV Herrsching, side paddle-wheel pleasure cruise boat reflected in the waters of the Ammersee (Lake Ammer). Keywords: vintage, traditional, lake steamer, picturesque, veteran
PMR-D9699 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: sunset. Keywords: picturesque, red sky, meteorology, clouds, vivid, colourful
PMR-D9698 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: sunset. Keywords: picturesque, red sky, meteorology, clouds, vivid, colourful
PMR-D9697 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: sunset. Keywords: picturesque, red sky, meteorology, clouds, vivid, colourful
PMR-D9684 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Hausham: view of Lake Schliersee from the Huberspitz (1048 metres). Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR-D9651 Iceland, Island of Heimaey: Landakirkja, the parish church.. Keywords: Westman Islands, picturesque, architecture
PMR-D9642 Iceland, Island of Heimaey: the last green of the golf course, with rocky islets in the background. Keywords: Westman Islands, landscape, picturesque, volcanic
PMR-D9641 Iceland, Island of Heimaey: Dalfjall, grassy cliffs on the north-west tip of the island, home of puffins on the seaward side. Keywords: Westman Islands, volcanic, picturesque, landscape
PMR-D9635 Iceland, Island of Heimaey: towering cliffs protect the harbour from the prevailing easterly winds. Keywords: picturesque, Westman Islands, rugged
PMR-D9634 Iceland, Island of Heimaey: towering cliffs protect the harbour from the prevailing easterly winds. Keywords: picturesque, Westman Islands, rugged
PMR-D9633 Iceland, Island of Heimaey: view of the town from approaching ferry. Keywords: picturesque, Westman Islands, panorama
PMR-D9632 Iceland, Island of Heimaey: Klettsvík, the cordoned-off cove in the harbour channel where two Beluga whales were being cared for. Keywords: picturesque, Westman Islands, cliffs
PMR-D9631 Iceland, Island of Heimaey: entrance to the harbour channel. It is the largest of the Westman Islands. Keywords: picturesque, seascape, cliffs
PMR-D9630 Iceland, Island of Heimaey: view from the ferry. It is the largest of the Westman Islands. Keywords: picturesque, seascape
PMR-D9629 Iceland, Island of Heimaey: view from the ferry. It is the largest of the Westman Islands. Keywords: picturesque, seascape
PMR-D9627 Iceland, Vik: distant view of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island, with melt-water pool in the foreground. Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D9626 Iceland, Vik: distant view of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island, with melt-water in the foreground. Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D9625 Iceland, Vik: distant view of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island, with glacial-melt river in the foreground. Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D9624 Iceland, Vik: distant view of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island, from hotel in Brekkum. Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D9623 Iceland, Vik: distant view of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island, from hotel in Brekkum. Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D9622 Iceland: Skaftafelsjökull Glacier, part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D9621 Iceland: distant view of Fjallsárlón Glacier, part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island, reflected in a small lake. Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D9620 Iceland: distant view of Fjallsárlón Glacier, part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D9619 Iceland: Fjallsárlón Glacier Lake, at the foot of the Fjallsjökull Glacier, part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: ice, picturesque, landscape, clouds
PMR-D9618 Iceland: Fjallsárlón Glacier Lake, at the foot of the Fjallsjökull Glacier, part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: ice, picturesque, landscape, clouds
PMR-D9617 Iceland: Fjallsjökull Glacier, part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D9616 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. The guide in an inflatable dinghy. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9615 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Piece of glacier ice formed into a heart shape. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9614 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9613 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9612 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9611 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9610 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9609 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Piece of glacier ice which may be 1000 years old. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9608 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9607 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9606 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9605 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9604 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9603 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9602 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9601 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Visitors are offered a tour of the lagoon in an amphibious vehicle. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9600 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9599 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9598 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9597 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9596 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9595 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9594 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9593 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9592 Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island. Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice
PMR-D9591 Iceland, Höfn: fishing boats and commercial vessels in the harbour, with the Vatnajökull massif in the background. Keywords: port, reflections, picturesque, seascape
PMR-D9580 Iceland: a fjord cuts into the mountainous scenery in the east of the island near Breiddalsvik. Keywords: landscape, picturesque, nature, scenery
PMR-D9558 Iceland, Húsavik: enjoying a fresh sea food meal in the open air on the jetty, with the harbour, fishing vessels and the snow-capped Viknafjöll mountains in the background. Keywords: port, colourful, picturesque, boats, inflatables, eating, hunger, restaurant
PMR-D9557 Iceland, Húsavik: the picturesque wooden church, dating from 1907, is a local landmark. Keywords: architecture, Christian, timber
PMR-D9556 Iceland, Húsavik: the picturesque wooden church, dating from 1907, is a local landmark. Keywords: architecture, Christian, timber
PMR-D9547 Iceland, Húsavik: the harbour, with fishing vessels and the snow-capped Viknafjöll mountains in the background. Keywords: port, motorboats, colourful, picturesque, boats, inflatables
PMR-D9546 Iceland, Húsavik: the harbour, with fishing vessels and the snow-capped Viknafjöll mountains in the background. Keywords: port, colourful, picturesque, boats, inflatables
PMR-D9530 Iceland, Gullfoss: the waterfalls where the Hvítá river falls 20 metres into a 2-kilometre-long canyon. Keywords: picturesque, geology, landscape
PMR-D9529 Iceland, Gullfoss: the waterfalls where the Hvítá river falls 20 metres into a 2-kilometre-long canyon. Keywords: picturesque, geology, landscape
PMR-D9528 Iceland, Geysir: a plume of steam is emitted regularly at the site of the original, famous geysir. Keywords: picturesque, geology
PMR-D9527 Iceland, Geysir: sulphur and other minerals seeping through the surface rock in an area of geo-thermic activity. Keywords: picturesque, geology
PMR-D9526 Iceland, Thingvellir: the river Öxará forces its way through a wilderness of barren, volcanic rocks. Keywords: picturesque, geology, waterfall
PMR-D9525 Iceland, Thingvellir: view over the rift which separates the Eurasian and North American continental plates and which divides Iceland into two parts. Keywords: picturesque, geology
PMR-D9524 Iceland, Thingvellir: path up to the visitors' centre, overlooking the site of the "Althing", Iceland's historic General Assembly or Parliament, dating from 930 AD. Keywords: picturesque, geology
PMR-D9523 Iceland, Thingvellir: path up to the visitors' centre, overlooking the site of the "Althing", Iceland's historic General Assembly or Parliament, dating from 930 AD. Keywords: picturesque, geology
PMR-D9522 Iceland, Reykjavik: typical coastal view near the capital. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, gloom, clouds, grey, vista, seascape, scenery
PMR-D9521 Iceland, Reykjavik: the 73-metre-high Hallgrimskirkja (church) dominates the city. Built of concrete, it was begun shortly after WWII, but was completed only recently. It houses a fine organ with over 5000 pipes. The statue of Leifur Eriksson, discoverer of America, stands in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, artistic, design, capital city, architecture
PMR-D9520 Iceland, Reykjavik: view up Skolavördustigur, a pedestrian street lined with street cafes, towards the Hallgrimskirkja (church), Keywords: picturesque, colourful, rainbow, capital city, architecture
PMR-D9518 Iceland, Reykjavik: Austurvöllur Square with statue of Jon Sigurösson, a leader of Iceland's independence movement, in the heart of the city. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, capital city, monument, flower gardens
PMR-D9517 Iceland, Reykjavik: historic Idnó (Craftsmen's House), birthplace of Reykjavik Theatre Company in 1897, lying on LakeTjörnin, today houses a theatre & restaurant/reception centre. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, capital city
PMR-D9516 Iceland, Reykjavik: the Frikirkjan (Free Lutheran Church), was consecrated on 22nd February 1903 and enlarged in 1905, and again in 1924. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, capital city
PMR-D9514 Iceland, Reykjavik: view of the Frikirkjan (Free Lutheran Church), on the side of Lake Tjörnin, with the adjoining Listasafn Islands (National Gallery of Iceland). Keywords: picturesque, art, capital city, architecture
PMR-D9512 Iceland, Reykjavik: view of the Frikirkjan (Free Lutheran Church), on the far side of Lake Tjörnin, with the adjoining Listasafn Islands (National Gallery of Iceland). Keywords: picturesque, sculpture, capital city, architecture, artistic, artistic
PMR-D9511 Iceland, Reykjavik: view of the glass-and-steel City Hall, opened in 1992, on the far side of Lake Tjörnin, in the centre of the city. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, capital city, sculpture
PMR-D9505 Iceland, Reykjavik: view south-east from the tower of the Hallgrimskirkja (church), with hospital and health centre in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, capital city, panorama, aerial view, architecture
PMR-D9504 Iceland, Reykjavik: view south from the tower of the Hallgrimskirkja (church), with the city's airport in the background. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, aerial view, panorama, capital city
PMR-D9503 Iceland, Reykjavik: view down Skolavördustigur (street) from the tower of the Hallgrimskirkja (church), looking towards the old city centre. Keywords: picturesque, capital city, panorama, aerial view, architecture
PMR-D9184 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the town, dominated by the Karwendel Massif. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D9183 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: colourful Lake Ferchen with the Karwendel Mountains in the distance. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D9181 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D9180 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres).. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D9178 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains and Lake Wilden in the Isar Valley, from Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D9177 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains with Mittenwald at the foot, from Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D9176 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) with the path to Lake Ferchen in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D9174 Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: spring blossom on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) with the Karwendel Mountains in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D9124 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wertach: view of the Grüntensee (Lake Grünten) from Hinterreute, with autumn foliage and grazing cattle. Keywords: alpine, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, landscape
PMR-D9123 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wertach: view of the Grüntensee (Lake Grünten) from Hinterreute, with autumn foliage and grazing horses. Keywords: alpine, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, landscape
PMR-D9122 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wertach: the Buronhütte (1180 metres) on the Alpspitze. Keywords: alpine, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, landscape
PMR-D9121 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wertach: view of the Grüntensee (Lake Grünten) from Hinterreute, with autumn foliage. Keywords: alpine, landscape, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps
PMR-D9120 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wertach: view of the Grüntensee (Lake Grünten) from Hinterreute, with autumn foliage and grazing cattle. Keywords: alpine, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, landscape
PMR-D9119 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wertach: view of the Grüntensee (Lake Grünten) from Hinterreute, with autumn foliage and berries. Keywords: alpine, landscape, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps
PMR-D8978 Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: the trail leading to the Grey Glacier mirador (look-out) on Lago Grey, with snow-capped mountains in the background. Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, scenery, picturesque
PMR-D8960 Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: .the Brazo Rico (Rico-Arm) of Lago Argentino ends in extensive wetlands. Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, colourful, picturesque, landscape, countryside
PMR-D8907 Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: glacier in the distance, with catamarans and a field of buttercups at the Spegazzini Glacier Viewing Station. Keywords: South America, picturesque, nature, colourful, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, UNESCO
PMR-D8754 Chile. Puyuhuapi: view of the Seno (Sound) Ventisquero from the camping site "Las Toninas", with Rotel bus. Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Rolling Hotel, Andes, scenery, countryside, Latin America, picturesque
PMR-D8753 Chile. Puyuhuapi: view of the Seno (Sound) Ventisquero and coastline from the camping site "Las Toninas". Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, countryside, Latin America, picturesque
PMR-D8752 Chile. Puyuhuapi: situated at the north end of the Seno (Sound) Ventisquero, this pretty village was founded by a group of German immigrants, and had grown to 826 inhabitants at the last census. A colourful display of lilies in the garden of the teashop. Keywords: South America, Patagonia, community, picturesque, Latin America, Andes
PMR-D8751 Chile. Puyuhuapi: situated at the north end of the Seno (Sound) Ventisquero, this pretty village was founded by a group of German immigrants, and had grown to 826 inhabitants at the last census. View of the shore and moored boat. Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, community, picturesque, Latin America
PMR-D8750 Chile. Puyuhuapi: situated at the north end of the Seno (Sound) Ventisquero, this pretty village was founded by a group of German immigrants, and had grown to 826 inhabitants at the last census. Here, the illustrated bus stop shelter. Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, picturesque, community, colourful
PMR-D8749 Chile. Puyuhuapi: situated at the north end of the Seno (Sound) Ventisquero, this pretty village was founded by a group of German immigrants, and had grown to 826 inhabitants at the last census. Keywords: South America, Patagonia, community, picturesque, Latin America, Andes
PMR-D8746 Chile. Chaiten: the stratovolcano Michinmahuida (2450 metres) Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, Minchinmavida, Minchimahuida, picturesque
PMR-D8744 Chile. Chaiten: view of the volcano Michinmahuida (2450 metres) with wild flowers and the temperate rain forest in the foreground.. Keywords: South America, Patagonia, picturesque, Minchimahuida, Minchinmavida, Latin America, Andes
PMR-D8743 Chile. Chaiten: the stratovolcano Michinmahuida (2450 metres) Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, Minchinmavida, Minchimahuida, picturesque
PMR-D8724 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: colourful houses line the steep hill leading to the port. Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America, culture
PMR-D8723 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: colourful houses line the steep hill leading to the port. Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America, culture
PMR-D8719 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Iglesia San Francisco de Castro, designed by the Italian architect Eduardo Provasoli and completed in1912, stands on the Plaza de Armas.. It has been recognised by UNESCO as part of Chiloe's heritage. View of the nave and altar. Keywords: South America, colourful, architecture, Roman Catholic, heritage, picturesque, Latin America, culture
PMR-D8718 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Iglesia San Francisco de Castro, designed by the Italian architect Eduardo Provasoli and completed in1912, stands on the Plaza de Armas.. It has been recognised by UNESCO as part of Chiloe's heritage. View of the nave and altar. Keywords: South America, colourful, architecture, Roman Catholic, heritage, picturesque, Latin America, culture
PMR-D8717 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Iglesia San Francisco de Castro, designed by the Italian architect Eduardo Provasoli and completed in1912, stands on the Plaza de Armas.. It has been recognised by UNESCO as part of Chiloe's heritage. Keywords: South America, colourful, architecture, Roman Catholic, heritage, picturesque, Latin America, culture
PMR-D8716 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century. Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America
PMR-D8715 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century. Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America
PMR-D8714 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high. Keywords: South America, timber, culture, Latin America, picturesque, traditional, heritage
PMR-D8713 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high. Keywords: South America, timber, culture, Latin America, picturesque, traditional, heritage
PMR-D8712 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high. Keywords: South America, timber, culture, Latin America, picturesque, traditional, heritage
PMR-D8711 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high. Details of the wooden construction can be seen in the gallery running round the church under the roof. Keywords: South America, heritage, traditional, picturesque, Latin America, culture, timber
PMR-D8710 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high. View of the nave and altar from the gallery. Keywords: South America, timber, culture, Latin America, picturesque, traditional, heritage
PMR-D8709 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high. View of the simple wooden altar. Keywords: South America, heritage, traditional, picturesque, Latin America, culture, timber
PMR-D8708 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high. View of the nave with columns painted to look like marble. Keywords: South America, timber, culture, Latin America, picturesque, traditional, heritage
PMR-D8707 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century. Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America
PMR-D8706 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century. Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America
PMR-D8705 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century. Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America
PMR-D8704 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century. Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America
PMR-D8703 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century. Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America
PMR-D8702 Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century. Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America
PMR-D8678 Chile. Puerto Varas: the snow-capped volcano, Osorno, (2652 m.) seen from Lake Llanquihue. Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America
PMR-D8677 Chile. Puerto Varas: Capilla de Santa Cruz, a small wooden chapel in the German tradition, on the outskirts of the town, a large proportion of whose residents are of German origin. Keywords: South America, Latin America, picturesque, architecture
PMR-D8676 Chile. Puerto Varas: sunset on Lake Llanquihue. Keywords: South America, picturesque, cloud effects, tranquility, calm, peace, reflections, Latin America
PMR-D8656 Chile. Valdivia: flooded fields and typical countryside, approaching Valdivia. Keywords: South America, Latin America, scenery, nature, picturesque, reflections
PMR-D8650 Chile. Pucon: the beach and yacht harbour in a bay on Lake Villarrica. Keywords: South America, Latin America, picturesque, undeveloped
PMR-D8649 Chile. Pucon: the beach and yacht harbour in a bay on Lake Villarrica. Keywords: South America, Latin America, picturesque, undeveloped
PMR-D8645 Chile. Temuco: Plaza de Armas Anibal Pinto is the main square and hub of the city. Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America
PMR-D8644 Chile. Temuco: Plaza de Armas Anibal Pinto is the main square and hub of the city. Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America
PMR-D8643 Chile. Temuco: Plaza de Armas Anibal Pinto is the main square and hub of the city. Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America
PMR-D8641 Chile. Temuco: Plaza de Armas Anibal Pinto is the main square and hub of the city. Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America
PMR-D8589 Austria, Tyrol, Landl am Thiersee: parish church Mariahilf, after a heavy snowfall almost burying Santa Claus' sleigh and reindeer. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, architecture, Baroque, oniondome
PMR-D8587 Austria, Tyrol, Hinterthiersee: hotel chalets after a heavy fall of snow with the Alps in the background. Keywords: winter, mountains, alpine, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D8566 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: sunset. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, vivid, clouds, meteorology, red sky
PMR-D8534 Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: the parish church of St.Maria Himmelfahrt, which dates back to 1253, but has been rebuilt a number of times. It is the oldest church in Schongau. Keywords: picturesque, onion dome, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D8533 Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: gabled facades in the old town, with the tower of the parish church of St. Maria Himmelfahrt on the right. Keywords: picturesque, onion dome, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D8532 Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: the Maxtor Gate and part of the 14th century town wall with defenders' gallery. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8531 Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: part of the 14th century town wall and Frauentor Gateway, surmounted by a figure of the Virgin. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8530 Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: the Polizeidienerturm dating from the 13th century, was originally a gate tower in the town wall, but the gate was subsequently blocked off and the tower used for dwellings or offices. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8529 Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: the Polizeidienerturm dating from the 13th century, was originally a gate tower in the town wall, but the gate was subsequently blocked off and the tower used for dwellings or offices. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8528 Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: a colourful oriel enhances one of the buildings in the old town. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage
PMR-D8527 Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: part of the 14th century town wall with defenders' gallery and the Maxtor Gate. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, mediaeval
PMR-D8521 Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the parish church of St. John the Baptist was built in the late 13th century in Gothic style. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8520 Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the parish church of St. John the Baptist was built in the late 13th century in Gothic style. This fresco ofSt. Christopher with the Christ child dates back to the beginning of the 17th century. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8519 Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the parish church of St. John the Baptist was built in the late 13th century in Gothic style. This fresco of the Last Judgement dates back to the beginning of the 17th century. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D8518 Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the Altes Schloss (Old Castle) was built between 1392 and 1421 and originally was moated. It has been rebuilt and added to many times over the years. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D8516 Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: colourful Baroque gables on the high street. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D8514 Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the Rathaus (Town Hall ), built 1759-62 in Rococo style, is a protected building. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8513 Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the Rathaus (Town Hall ), built 1759-62 in Rococo style, is a protected building. View of the side facade with a step-gable on the main road. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D8512 Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the Schwabtor gate, first mentioned in writing in 1494, was rebuilt with two traffic lanes in 1973. With a handsome step-gable on the left. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D8484 Turkey, Bodrum: view of the Castle of St. Peter in the harbour, built by the crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones taken from the Mausoleum or grave of King Mausollos in Halicarnassus. Keywords: Halicarnossos, Knights Hospitaller, architecture, historic, heritage, fortress, picturesque
PMR-D8471 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: view of the harbour and town hall from the hill dominated by the Monastery Agios Savvas. Saint Savvas is the patron saint of the island. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, port, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese
PMR-D8470 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: panoramic view of the town and harbour from the hill dominated by the Monastery Agios Savvas. Saint Savvas is the patron saint of the island. Keywords: picturesque, port, panorama, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese
PMR-D8469 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: panoramic view of the town and harbour from the hill dominated by the Monastery Agios Savvas. Saint Savvas is the patron saint of the island. Keywords: picturesque, port, panorama, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese
PMR-D8468 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: panoramic view of the town and harbour from the hill dominated by the Monastery Agios Savvas. Saint Savvas is the patron saint of the island. Keywords: picturesque, port, panorama, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese
PMR-D8467 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: the harbour, crowded with fishing boats and pleasure craft, overlooked by the mountainside with a giant Greek flag. Keywords: picturesque, Dodecanese, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, panorama
PMR-D8466 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: the harbour, crowded with fishing boats and pleasure craft, overlooked by the mountainside with a giant Greek flag. Keywords: picturesque, Dodecanese, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, panorama
PMR-D8465 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: lines of fishing boats along the quayside, overshadowed by the mountains. Keywords: picturesque, port, panorama, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese
PMR-D8464 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: the town, sheltering under the mountains, has grown up around the harbour. Keywords: picturesque, port, panorama, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese
PMR-D8463 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: approaching the port from the sea. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese
PMR-D8462 Greece, Island of Levitha: a secluded bay, only to be reached by sea, ideal for swimming, snorkeling and canoeing. Keywords: picturesque, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese
PMR-D8461 Greece, Island of Levitha: a tiny, secluded beach with caves, no doubt used by the owners of the isolated house above. Keywords: picturesque, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese
PMR-D8460 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: colourful pleasure cruise boat returning from a trip. Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, port, harbour
PMR-D8459 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: view of the bay and harbour from the road to Chora. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, port
PMR-D8458 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. The monastery bells under the cliff overhang. Keywords: picturesque, whitewash, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8457 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. View of the coast through one of the monastery windows. Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8456 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. View of the sheer cliffs on the adjacent coast, from the monastery. Keywords: picturesque, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8455 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. View of the monastery from the stone stairway. Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8454 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. View of the monastery from the stone stairway. Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8453 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. View of the monastery from the stone stairway. Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8452 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Pro... Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8451 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: dazzling whitewashed walls with a startling blue door, framed by vine leaves. Keywords: picturesque, photogenic, colourful, alley, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8450 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical blue doorway with its contrasting plant pot. Keywords: picturesque, photogenic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8449 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: the whitewashed walls and double domes of an Orthodox church. Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping
PMR-D8448 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with a houseware store displaying its wares . Keywords: picturesque, church, alley, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8447 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with whitewashed houses and blue doors. Keywords: picturesque, alley, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8446 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with the ancient fortified castle built by the Venetians in 1290 on a rocky outcrop, in the background. Keywords: picturesque, alley, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades, taverna
PMR-D8445 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the colourful hilltop town. Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley
PMR-D8444 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with a vivid overhanging bougainvilles. Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley, colourful
PMR-D8443 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical alleyway in the hilltop town, with one of the many street cafes. Keywords: picturesque, taverna, colourful, alley, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8442 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with a vivid overhanging bougainvilles. Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley, colourful
PMR-D8441 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with a vivid overhanging bougainvilles. Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley, colourful
PMR-D8440 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical alleyway in the hilltop town, with one of the many tavernas. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, alley, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8439 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town. Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley
PMR-D8438 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town. Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley, blue and white
PMR-D8437 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with whitewashed dwelling houses. Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley
PMR-D8436 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: view of the bay and harbour from the road to Chora. Keywords: picturesque, harbour, port, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8435 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: view of the bay and harbour from the road to Chora. Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, port, harbour
PMR-D8434 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: view of the harbour with sailing ship "Bahriyeli A" in the distaance. Keywords: picturesque, harbour, port, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8433 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: fishing boats moored at the quayside at sundown. Keywords: picturesque, sunset, harbour, port, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8432 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: view of the bay and harbour from Moundoulia Hill, with Blue Star ferryboat embarking. Late afternoon. Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, port, harbour
PMR-D8423 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: view of the bay and harbour from Moundoulia Hill, with Blue Star ferryboat embarking. Keywords: picturesque, harbour, port, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8422 Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: fishing boats moored at the quayside. Keywords: picturesque, harbour, port, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8421 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): an isolated, whitewashed Orthodox chapel on the cape, flying the Greek flag. Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8420 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): an isolated, whitewashed Orthodox chapel on the cape, flying the local flags. Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D8419 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256), Chora: a cat with kitten. Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades, secluded, pets
PMR-D8418 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): an attractive, modern Orthodox chapel, built of variegated stone. Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades, secluded, architecture
PMR-D8417 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): the main street of Chora, with taverna. Keywords: picturesque, blue and white, restaurant, secluded, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping
PMR-D8416 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): view of the neighbouring islets and an old windmill, from a luxuriant garden. Keywords: picturesque, vista, secluded, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping
PMR-D8415 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256), Chora: the imposing Orthodox church with traditional blue dome. Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades, secluded, architecture
PMR-D8414 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): typical houses on the approach to Chora. Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades, secluded, dwellings, blue and white
PMR-D8413 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): view of neighbouring islets, with an old windmill in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades, secluded, landscape
PMR-D8412 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): fishing boats moored at the quay at Mersini with the restaurant in the background. Keywords: picturesque, secluded, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping
PMR-D8410 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): the bay and bathing beach at Mersini, with the road up to Chora on the far side. Keywords: picturesque, sandy, secluded, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping
PMR-D8409 Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): the bay and bathing beach at Mersini, with the road up to Chora on the far side. Keywords: picturesque, sandy, secluded, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping
PMR-D8405 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: arched portico of a church with a view across the bay. Keywords: Greek Islands, street scene, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque
PMR-D8404 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: vivid bougainvillea flowers in the old quarter. Keywords: Greek Islands, street scene, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque
PMR-D8401 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: the terrace of this dwelling offers views across the bay. Hibiscus shrub in the foreground. Keywords: Greek Islands, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque
PMR-D8400 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: the shady portico of a blue-domed church offers relief from the midday sun. Keywords: Greek Islands, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque
PMR-D8399 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley in the old quarter with two of the whitewashed, blue-domed Orthodox churches. Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene
PMR-D8398 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: one of many blue-domed Orthodox churches in the old quarter. Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene
PMR-D8397 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley in the old quarter with church facade and pink oleander flowers. Keywords: Greek Islands, street scene, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque
PMR-D8396 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: one of many blue-domed Orthodox churches in the old quarter. Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene
PMR-D8395 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley in the old quarter with overhanging bougainvillea flowers. Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene
PMR-D8394 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley in the old quarter with overhanging bougainvillea flowers. Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene
PMR-D8393 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: church bells with a vivid bush of bougainvillea. Keywords: Greek Islands, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque
PMR-D8391 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley, overhung with flowering shrubs. Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, culture
PMR-D8390 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: play of light and shadow on the whitewashed stone steps in a private house. Keywords: Greek Islands, culture, picturesque, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, photogenic
PMR-D8387 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley in the old quarter. Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene
PMR-D8386 Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley with cafe stools, overhung with flowering shrubs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque
PMR-D8374 Greece, Island of Naxos: fishing boats in the port of Naxos with Chora and Kastro in the background. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, picturesque, harbour, quayside
PMR-D8339 Greece, Island of Naxos: part of the settlement at Pyrgaki, in a bay on the west coast, with dramatic mountain-backdrop. Keywords: Greek Islands, beach, landscape, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades
PMR-D8338 Greece, Island of Donoussa: the bay at Mersini, on the south coast with its small settlement. Keywords: Greek Islands, panorama, bathing, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa
PMR-D8337 Greece, Island of Donoussa: the bay at Mersini, on the south coast, with the small beach and settlement beyond. Keywords: Greek Islands, panorama, bathing, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa
PMR-D8336 Greece, Island of Donoussa: one of many, small, Orthodox churches, carefully painted in individual colours. Keywords: Greek Islands, architecture, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa
PMR-D8335 Greece, Island of Donoussa, Mersini: attractive dwelling on the hillside, with bougainvillea and old windmill adjoining. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa
PMR-D8334 Greece, Island of Donoussa: the sandy beach at Mersini, on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, bathing, sunbathing, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, Cyclades, Donousa
PMR-D8333 Greece, Island of Donoussa: sailing ship "Bahriyeli A" in the bay at Mersini, on the south coast, with fishing boat in the foreground. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boats, yachts, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa
PMR-D8332 Greece, Island of Donoussa: fishing boats moored to the quay at Mersini, on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boats, yachts, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa
PMR-D8331 Greece, Island of Donoussa: the bay at Mersini, on the south coast, with fishing boats in the foreground. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boats, yachts, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa
PMR-D8330 Greece, Island of Donoussa: sailing ship "Bahriyeli A" moored to the quay at Mersini, on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boats, yachts, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa
PMR-D8329 Greece, Island of Levitha (population 10): a yacht, moored in the bay, by the light of the advancing sunset. Keywords: Dodecanese, yachts, sailing boats, Lebinthos, Lebinthus, picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands
PMR-D8327 Greece, Island of Levitha (population 10): a sheltered bay provides refuge for small craft from the Meltemi wind. Keywords: Dodecanese, colourful, yachts, sailing boats, Lebinthos, Lebinthus, picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands
PMR-D8326 Greece, Island of Cos: perforated rocks on the south coast of the island, in the light of dawn. Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, cliffs, silhouette, natural hole, natural arch
PMR-D8325 Greece, Island of Cos: perforated rocks on the south coast of the island, in the light of dawn. Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, cliffs, silhouette, natural hole, natural arch
PMR-D8324 Greece, Island of Cos: the sandy beach at Kefalos, on the south-west end of the island. Keywords: Dodecanese, sunshades, sunbathing, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D8323 Greece, Island of Cos: the sandy beach at Kefalos, on the south-west end of the island. Keywords: Dodecanese, sunshades, sunbathing, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D8322 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: departing view of two churches on the promontory, with the promenade below. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D8321 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: departing view of the clocktower and town, with a sailing boat in the foreground. Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands
PMR-D8320 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: departing view of the clocktower and town, reflected in the blue water. Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands
PMR-D8319 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses with diverse facades, clustered round the harbour, are reflected in the water. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D8318 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: a handsome, domed, Orthodox church commands the harbour from on high. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D8317 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: the clocktower on the quayside, built around 1880, reflected in the water of the harbour. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D8316 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: the clocktower on the quayside, built around 1880, is a landmark for the water-borne traffic. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D8315 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses with diverse facades, clustered round the harbour, are reflected in the water. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D8314 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses with diverse facades, clustered round the harbour, are reflected in the water. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D8313 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: clocktower on the quayside reflected in the water in early light. Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands
PMR-D8312 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: sailing boats, moored on the quay, overlooked by classical houses on the hillside. Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands
PMR-D8311 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: ferry "Panagia Skiadeni" of Dodekanisos Seaways leaving the harbour. Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands
PMR-D8310 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses with diverse facades clustered round the harbour. Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands
PMR-D8309 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses with diverse facades clustered round the harbour. Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands
PMR-D8308 Turkey, Marmoris: pleasure boats moored in the harbour with the town and wooded hills in the background. Keywords: port, colourful, picturesque, boats, yachts, marina, holiday resort, harbour
PMR-D8307 Turkey, Marmoris: pleasure boats moored in the harbour with the town and wooded hills in the background. Keywords: port, colourful, picturesque, boats, yachts, marina, holiday resort, harbour
PMR-D8306 Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. Keywords: port, culture, crenellations, fortress, historic, heritage, colourful, picturesque, boats, yachts, marina, holiday resort, harbour
PMR-D8305 Turkey, Marmoris: sailing ship "Bahriyeli A" moored in the harbour with the town and castle in the background. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D8304 Turkey, Marmoris: Pleasure boats moored in the harbour with the promenade and castle in the background. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D8303 Turkey, Marmoris: sailing ships moored in the harbour with the town and castle in the background. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D8302 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tützing: the twin towers of St. Joseph's Church, the onion dome of the Church of St Peter and St. Paul, and the yacht harbour, from Lake Starnberg. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, landscape, marina
PMR-D8301 Germany, Upper Bavaria: colourful yacht on Lake Starnberg reflected in the water. Keywords: picturesque, sailing, dinghy, placid, calm, sails
PMR-D8300 Germany, Upper Bavaria: colourful yacht on Lake Starnberg with the Alps in the background Keywords: picturesque, sailing, dinghy, placid, calm, sails, mountains
PMR-D8299 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lake Starnberg: the catamaran MS Starnberg was introduced into service in 2004 and is the flagship of Bayerische Seenschifffahrt. Keywords: picturesque, calm, placid, pleasure cruiser, ship, boat
PMR-D8298 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: Villa Scheuermann, a neo-Renaissance building in the style of a castle, built for Ludwig Scheuerman in 1888-9, now stands in the Kurpark, on the promenade of Lake Ammersee. Keywords: picturesque, park, flower gardens, architecture, vista, tower
PMR-D8297 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: Villa Scheuermann, a neo-Renaissance building in the style of a castle, built for Ludwig Scheuermann in 1888-9, now stands in the Kurpark, on the promenade of Lake Ammersee. Keywords: picturesque, park, flower gardens, architecture, vista, tower
PMR-D8295 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: north front of Friedenstein Palace (Schloss) built in 1656 in Baroque style by Ernest I, Duke of Saxe-Gotha. It is now home to several museums. Keywords: architecture, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D8294 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: originally built as a bourse between 1566 and 1574, this fine Renaissance building has been used as the Town Hall (Rathaus) since 1665. Between 1640 and 1646 it was the residence of the newly created Duke Ernest I of Sachsen, Gotha and Altenburg. The ducal arms over the entry portal are a masterpiece of the German Renaissance. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D8293 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: Brühl (Street) contains some noteworthy building including the Maria-Magdalena Hospital, founded in 1223 (building on the right). Keywords: architecture, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D8292 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: originally built as a bourse between 1566 and 1574, this fine Renaissance building has been used as the Town Hall (Rathaus) since 1665. Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: originally built as a bourse between 1566 and 1574, this fine Renaissance building has been used as the Town Hall (Rathaus) since 1665. Between 1640 and 1646 it was the residence of the newly created Duke Ernest I of Sachsen, Gotha and Altenburg. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D8291 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: facades on the Market Place (Hauptmarkt) from the terrace of Palace Hill. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval
PMR-D8290 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: originally built as a bourse between 1566 and 1574, this fine Renaissance building has been used as the Town Hall (Rathaus) since 1665. The tower is 35 metres high and the look-out gallery can be visited by the public. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D8289 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: view of the Market Place (Hauptmarkt) and tower of the Town Hall (Rathaus) from the terrace of Palace Hill. Keywords: architecture, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D8288 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: courtyard and west pavilion and wing of Friedenstein Palace (Schloss) built in 1656 in Baroque style by Ernest I, Duke of Saxe-Gotha. It is now home to several museums. Keywords: architecture, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D8287 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: west pavilion and wing of Friedenstein Palace (Schloss) built in 1656 in Baroque style by Ernest I, Duke of Saxe-Gotha. It is now home to several museums. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval
PMR-D8286 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: a row of handsome timber frame facades on Marktstrasse (Market Street). Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D8285 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Hotel Alte Münze, dating back to 1509, was originally the town's mint. In the background further timber frame buildings in the Münzstrasse. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval
PMR-D8284 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: a row of timber frame houses on Breite Strasse, with the Hotel zum Breiten Tor in the foreground Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval
PMR-D8283 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Breites Tor ("Wide Gate"), built in 1443, with the "Zwinger", or complementary defence tower (1517). Once, one of the most strongly defended gates in the country, much of the fortification has been demolished, including the outer gate with its own defence towers. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval
PMR-D8282 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Breite Strasse, seen through the Breites Tor ("Wide Gate"), built in 1443, In a niche over the door is the figure of an emperor over the Goslar eagle. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D8281 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Breites Tor ("Wide Gate"), built in 1443, with the "Zwinger", or complementary defence tower (1517). Once, one of the most strongly defended gates in the country, much of the fortification has been demolished, including the outer gate with its own defence towers. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval
PMR-D8280 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Breites Tor ("Wide Gate"), built in 1443, at the end of the Breite Strasse, lined with old timber frame houses. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR-D8279 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: St, Annenhaus, the oldest completely preserved timber frame building in the town, dates from 1488, when it was a hospital. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR-D8278 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: timber frame houses line both sides of this cobbled street. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D8277 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Market Place (Marktplatz) with the Golden Eagle fountain in the foreground.. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D8276 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Gothic Rathaus (Town Hall) dates from 1450 and faces the Marktplatz with its five arcades. On the second floor are lavishly furnished council chambers. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D8275 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: tower of Romanesque Market Church of St. Cosmos and St. Damien, completed in 1150 and later extended, with timber frame buildings in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, metropolis
PMR-D8274 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Grosses Heiliges Kreuz was built in 1254 as a hospice which offered rooms for the night to pilgrims and other travellers. Part of the building is still used as an old people's home. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval
PMR-D8273 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View of the Great Hall, with equestrian statues of Kaiser Wilhelm I and Kaiser Friedrich 1 Barbarossa.. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D8272 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View of the central segment of the Great Hall, and stone belvedere. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR-D8271 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View of the Great Hall, with equestrian statues of Kaiser Wilhelm I and Kaiser Friedrich 1 Barbarossa.. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, UNESCO
PMR-D8270 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View of the equestrian statues of Kaiser Wilhelm I and Kaiser Friedrich 1 Barbarossa in front of the Great Hall. Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval
PMR-D8269 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: timber-framed St. John's Church (Johanniskirche) was built 1661-63 on the orders of August the Younger of Brauschweig-Wolfenbüttel. View from the east, with the former cemetery in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8268 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: timber-framed St. John's Church (Johanniskirche) was built 1661-63 on the orders of August the Younger of Brauschweig-Wolfenbüttel. View of the massive west front. Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8267 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the former Orphanage (Waisenhaus), endowed in 1698 by Duchess Elisabeth Juliane with building completed in 1704. From 1753 to 1878 it was the ducal teacher training college. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8266 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the house of writer Gotthold Ephraim Lessing when he was librarian at the Herzog August Bibliotek. Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic, literature, author
PMR-D8265 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the former Arsenal (Zeughaus), built 1613-19 in Renaissance style by Paul Francke, head builder to the duke, now houses part of the book collection of the Herzog August Library. Keywords: picturesque, literature, culture, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8264 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the ancient half-timbered granary (Kornspeicher) awaits a suitable purpose in the modern world. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8263 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: Herzog August Bibliothek or Biblioteca Augusta is one of the world's most important libraries. Founded in1572, by the time of the 17th century it was the largest library north of the Alps. It contains over 900,000 books and 11,500 manuscripts which have survived the turbulent centuries intact. Famous librarians include Gottfried Wilhelm Leibnitz and Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. Keywords: picturesque, volumes, collections, incunabula, literature, culture, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8262 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the ancient half-timbered granary (Kornspeicher) awaits a suitable purpose in the modern world. Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8261 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a handsome block of timber framed dwellings near the centre of town. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8260 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: facades reflected in a branch of the River Oker, in "Little Venice". Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8259 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of private dwellings in the centre of town with fine timber-frame facades. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8258 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a handsome block of timber-framed houses containing shops, in the Lange Herzogstrasse. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8257 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a street cafe in the Market Square (Stadtplatz) offers fine views of the timber-framed houses. Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8256 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a street cafe in the Market Square (Stadtplatz) offers fine views of the timber-framed houses. Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a street cafe in the Market Square (Stadtplatz) offers fine views of the timber-framed houses. Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8255 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: colourful Renaissance facades line the Market Square (Stadtplatz) with the monument to Duke Augustus the Younger in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8254 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: one timber-framed house after another line the cobbled Krumme Strasse. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8253 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: one timber-framed house after another line the cobbled Krumme Strasse, with the spire of St. Petrus' church in the background. Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: one timber-framed house after another line the cobbled Krumme Strasse, with the spire of St. Petrus' church in the background. Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8252 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: one timber-framed house after another line the cobbled Krumme Strasse, with the spire of St. Petrus' church in the background. Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: one timber-framed house after another line the cobbled Krumme Strasse, with the spire of St. Petrus' church in the background. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8251 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: one timber-framed house after another line the cobbled Krumme Strasse, with the spire of St. Petrus' church in the background. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8248 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of diverse facades on Kreuzstrasse. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture
PMR-D8247 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of diverse facades on the outskirts of the town Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8246 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: timber-frame houses on the outskirts of the town. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8245 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: timber-frame houses on Kanzleistrasse. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8244 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: Mariakirche (Hauptkirche Beatae Mariae Virginis), a Lutheran church, built 1608-1751, was the first Protestant church to be built in Germany. A Gothic-Baroque hybrid. Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8243 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: timber-frame house at Michael-Praetorius-Platz 8. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8242 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: Cafe Richter am Schlüter-Eck, facing the Holzmarkt (Wood Market). Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8241 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of timber-framed houses facing the Holzmarkt (Wood Market). Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8240 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: Trinity Church (Trinitatiskirche), built in the late 18th century, in the Holzmarkt (Wood Market). Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8239 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of timber-frame houses facing the Holzmarkt (Wood Market) with part of the Trinitatis Church on the right. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8238 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a continuous row of handsome timber-frame buildings in the Kornmarkt. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8237 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of superb timber-frame buildings in the Market Square (Stadtplatz). Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8236 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of superb timber-frame buildings in the Market Square (Stadtplatz) with the Town Hall (Rathaus) at the far end. Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8235 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: monument to Duke Augustus the Younger in the Market Place (Stadtmarkt). Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic, statue
PMR-D8234 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of old burgher houses in the centre of the town. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8233 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: timber-frame burgher houses in the Market Place (Stadtmarkt) with the Town Hall (Rathaus) on the right. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8232 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: Bankhaus C.L. Seeliger in Lange Herzogstrasse was built in 1586, the first stone-built house in the town, originally a pharmacy. Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic
PMR-D8231 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a timber-framed bridge connects the building opposite. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8230 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: street fountains help to keep cool: timber-frame houses on Krambuden (Street). Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture
PMR-D8229 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the Castle or Palace (Schloss) dates back to1074 but acquired its present Baroque facade in 1714-6 from architect Hermann Korb. The statues, by Austrian Franz Finck, are from the same period. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, architecture, culture, historic
PMR-D8228 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the Castle or Palace (Schloss) dates back to1074 but acquired its present Baroque facade in 1714-6 from architect Hermann Korb. The statues, by Austrian Franz Finck, are from the same period. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, architecture, culture, historic
PMR-D8227 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the Castle or Palace (Schloss) dates back to1074 but acquired its present Baroque facade in 1714-6 from architect Hermann Korb. The statues, by Austrian Franz Finck, are from the same period. Part of the inner courtyard. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, heritage, architecture, culture, historic
PMR-D8226 Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the Castle or Palace (Schloss) dates back to1074 but acquired its present Baroque facade in 1714-6 from architect Hermann Korb. The statues, by Austrian Franz Finck, are from the same period. Oblique view of the facade and statues. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, architecture, culture, historic
PMR-D8225 Denmark, Odense: the home of Hans Christian Andersen (left) on the corner of Hans Jensens Straede and Bangs Boder in the old quarter. Keywords: street scene, cobbled street, colourful, historic, heritage, picturesque, culture, architecture
PMR-D8224 Denmark, Odense: colourful facades and cobbled roadway on Ramsherred in the old quarter. Keywords: street scene, historic, heritage, picturesque, culture, architecture
PMR-D8223 Denmark, Odense: colourful facades and cobbled roadway on Ramsherred in the old quarter. Keywords: street scene, historic, heritage, picturesque, culture, architecture
PMR-D8222 Denmark, Odense: colouful facades and cobbled roadway in the old quarter. Keywords: street scene, architecture, culture, picturesque, heritage, historic
PMR-D8218 Denmark, Odense: timber-frame houses in the old quarter. Keywords: street scene, architecture, culture, picturesque, heritage, historic, colourful, mediaeval
PMR-D8217 Denmark, Odense: timber-frame houses, with Restaurant Oluf Bagers Gard (yellow facade) off Norregade, in the old quarter. Keywords: Mediaeval, cobbled street, street scene, architecture, culture, picturesque, heritage, historic
PMR-D8216 Denmark, Odense: timber-frame houses, with Restaurant Oluf Bagers Gard (yellow facade) off Norregade, in the old quarter. Keywords: historic, cobbled street, street scene, architecture, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D8215 Denmark, Odense: timber-frame houses in the old quarter. Keywords: colourful, street scene, architecture, culture, picturesque, heritage, historic
PMR-D8208 Sweden, Öland Island: built in 1844-5, the lighthouse "Lange Erik" is 32 metres high and stands on the northern tip of the island. In the foreground, some of the natural flora. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, beacon, plants
PMR-D8200 Sweden, Smaland, Kalmar: the castle and moat originally date back to the 12th century, but in 1891 a reconstruction was completed to the shape of a Renaissance castle according to plans of architect Carl Möller. The Kalmar Union, between Denmark, Norway and Sweden, was signed here in 1397. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, defence, fortifications, Scandinavia, reflections
PMR-D8199 Sweden, Smaland, Kalmar: the castle and moat originally date back to the 12th century, but in 1891 a reconstruction was completed to the shape of a Renaissance castle according to plans of architect Carl Möller. The Kalmar Union, between Denmark, Norway and Sweden, was signed here in 1397. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, defence, fortifications, Scandinavia, reflections
PMR-D8195 Norway, Hordaland, Hardanger Fjord under overcast skies, with mountains as background. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, scenic, landscape, nature, fjord, isolated, dramatic, light and shade
PMR-D8194 Norway, Hordaland, Hardanger Fjord under overcast skies, with mountains as background. Keywords: Scandinavia, light and shade, dramatic, picturesque, scenic, landscape, nature, fjord, isolated
PMR-D8193 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. Approaching the quay by sea, with a view of the town in the background. Keywords: Scandinavia, port, panorama, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque, reflections
PMR-D8192 Norway, Hordaland, approaching Nordhordaland Bridge which traverses the Salhusfjorden. Completed in 1994 at a cost of NOK 910 million, it consists of a suspension bridge of 368 meztres length, and a pontoon bridge of 1246 Metres. Keywords: Scandinavia, fjord, picturesque, construction, engineering, stress
PMR-D8191 Norway, Hordaland, close-up of the church and houses in the village of Modalen, at the end of the Osterfjord. Keywords: Scandinavia, isolated, fjord, countryside, nature, landscape, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D8190 Norway, Hordaland, approaching the village of Modalen, at the end of the Osterfjord. Keywords: Scandinavia, isolated, fjord, countryside, nature, landscape, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D8189 Norway, Hordaland, approaching the narrow Mostraumen Strait, at the end of the Osterfjord. Keywords: Scandinavia, countryside, nature, landscape, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D8188 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Mexican sail training barque, Cuauhtémoc, named after the last Aztec emperor, in Bergen for the "Tall Ships" race. She was built in 1982 in Bilbao, and has a displacement of 1800 tons. Keywords: Scandinavia, vessel, boat, picturesque, historic, heritage, mercantile, port
PMR-D8185 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Norwegian two-masted sailing ship "Loyal", moored in the harbour. Keywords: Scandinavia, maritime, vessel, boat, picturesque, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, port
PMR-D8184 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Bergen's famous view: a row ofcolourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen). Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port, UNESCO
PMR-D8183 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Bergen's famous view: a row ofcolourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen). Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port, UNESCO
PMR-D8181 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The Sailors' Monument in Torgallmenningen Place was conceived by sculptor Dyre Vaa and unveiled in 1950. The twelve statues commemorate Norwegian sailors since Viking times. In front, a "wine-bottle musician" is giving a recital. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, panorama, port
PMR-D8179 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Bergen's famous view: a row ofcolourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen). Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8177 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Bergen's famous view: a row ofcolourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen). Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port, UNESCO
PMR-D8176 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Bergen's famous view: a row ofcolourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen). Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port, UNESCO
PMR-D8175 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Brick gable facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) dated 1904, now devoted to tourist shops. Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8174 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Bergen's famous view: a row ofcolourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen). Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port, UNESCO
PMR-D8173 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Colourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen), with St. Mary's Church behind. Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8172 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Facade with clock on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen). Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8171 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Facade of the Besokssenter (Visitors' Centre) on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen). Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8170 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Colourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen). Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port, UNESCO
PMR-D8169 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen). Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8168 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8167 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Inscription on a stone storehouse states that it was built in 1666 to the orders of merchant Dirich Wolpman. Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8166 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. A stone storehouse built in 1666 to the orders of merchant Dirich Wolpman, according to the inscription over the door. Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8165 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8164 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8161 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. View of the cruise ship quays in the harbour and the island of Sotra from Mount Floyen (319 metres). Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, panorama, port
PMR-D8159 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. View of the harbour (Vagen) and the Fish Market from Mount Floyen (319 metres). Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, panorama, port
PMR-D8158 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. View of the city and the island of Sotra from Mount Floyen (319 metres). Keywords: Scandinavia, port, panorama, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8157 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. View of the harbour (Vagen) from Mount Floyen (319 metres). Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, panorama, port
PMR-D8156 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. View of the harbour (Vagen) from the Mount Floyen funicular. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, panorama, port
PMR-D8155 Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. 19th/20th century facades near the harbour. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8153 Norway, Hordaland, Voss: Vangskyrkja, the ancient stone church dating back to1277, was virtually the only building in Voss to survive the enemy bombing of 1940. The altar is surmounted by a Coptic triptych (wings missing) with a painting by Elias Figenschoug in the style of Rubens. The carved angel suspended from the roof carries the baptismal basin whic lowered for christenings. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, timber, font, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8151 Norway, Hordaland, Voss: Vangskyrkja, the ancient stone church dating back to1277, was virtually the only building in Voss to survive the enemy bombing of 1940. The unusual octagonal wooden tower was probably added in the Middle Ages. The stone walls are between 4.5 and 7.5 feet thick. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D8150 Norway, Hordaland, Voss: Vangskyrkja, the ancient stone church dating back to1277, was virtually the only building in Voss to survive the enemy bombing of 1940. The unusual octagonal wooden tower was probably added in the Middle Ages. The stone walls are between 4.5 and 7.5 feet thick. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D8149 Norway, Rogaland: approaching Voss, Route 13 passes along a steep-sided valley where a small bridge crosses the river. Keywords: Scandinavia, landscape, scenic, picturesque, wild, countryside, nature
PMR-D8148 Norway, Rogaland: a wooded river valley near Nesflaten. Keywords: Scandinavia, wild, granite, rocky, landscape, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D8147 Norway, Rogaland: white water rapids on a river near Nesflaten. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, scenic, landscape, rocky, granite, wild
PMR-D8146 Norway, Rogaland, Erfjord: view along the Erfjorden. Keywords: Scandinavia, nature, countryside, fjord, landscape, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D8145 Norway, Rogaland: Erfjord Suspension Bridge, 294 metres long with three spans, was completed in 1963. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, scenic, landscape, fjord, construction , engineering, Rosebay Willowherb
PMR-D8142 Norway, Rogaland, Erfjord : typical white-painted wooden church. Keywords: Scandinavia, village, picturesque
PMR-D8141 Norway, Rogaland: view of the Hogsfjorden near Vindsvik. Keywords: Scandinavia, nature, countryside, Rosebay Willowherb, picturesque, scenic, landscape, fjord
PMR-D8140 Norway, Rogaland: view of the Hogsfjorden near Rodby. Keywords: Scandinavia, fjord, landscape, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D8139 Norway, Rogaland: Lysefjord Suspension Bridge, 639 metres long, completed in 1997, seen from the Lauvvik-Oanes ferry. Keywords: Scandinavia, engineering, construction, fjord, landscape, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D8138 Norway, Rogaland: an inlet of the Hogsfjorden, with bridge and boathouse (?) Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, scenic, landscape, fjord
PMR-D8136 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: St. Petri Church (Petrikirken), built of red-brick in 1866 by the architect Fritz von der Lippe. Keywords: Scandinavia, colourful, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8132 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8131 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8130 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8129 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8128 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8126 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8125 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8124 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8123 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8122 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8121 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8120 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8119 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: reflections of the harbour waterfront, with the Valberg Tower rising above the rooftops. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8118 Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: statue of Alexander L. Kielland, Norwegian playwright, in the market place, with the harbour in the background. Keywords: Scandinavia, literature, monument, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque
PMR-D8113 Norway, Rogaland: peaceful scene with lakes and woodland on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Keywords: Scandinavia, countryside, picturesque, landscape, scenery
PMR-D8112 Norway, Rogaland: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, scenery, striking, reflections, impressive
PMR-D8111 Norway, Vest-Agder, Magma Geopark: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, scenery, striking, reflections, impressive
PMR-D8110 Norway, Rogaland, Heuge: an attractive wooden church on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Keywords: Scandinavia, white-painted, timber, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D8109 Norway, Rogaland: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Jossingfjord, famous for the "Altmark Incident" and RAF Beaufighter attack on German warships in the 2WW. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, scenery, striking, reflections, impressive
PMR-D8108 Norway, Rogaland: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Jossingfjord, famous for the "Altmark Incident" and RAF Beaufighter attack on German warships in the 2WW. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, scenery, striking, reflections, impressive
PMR-D8107 Norway, Rogaland: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Jossingfjord, famous for the "Altmark Incident" and RAF Beaufighter attack on German warships in the 2WW. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, scenery, striking, reflections, impressive
PMR-D8106 Norway, Vest-Agder, Magma Geopark: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, scenery, striking, reflections, impressive
PMR-D8105 Norway, Vest-Agder, Magma Geopark: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Keywords: Scandinavia, impressive, reflections, striking, scenery, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D8104 Norway, Vest-Agder, Magma Geopark: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Keywords: Scandinavia, impressive, reflections, striking, scenery, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D8103 Norway, Vest-Agder, Magma Geopark: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Keywords: Scandinavia, impressive, reflections, striking, scenery, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D8101 Norway, Vest-Agder, Flekkefjord: the main shopping street is a pedestrian zone with green areas. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, streetscene
PMR-D8100 Norway, Vest-Agder, Flekkefjord: the town straddles the narrow sound which connects Flekkefjorden and Grisefjorden. View of the waterfront. Keywords: Scandinavia, scenery, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D8099 Norway, Vest-Agder, Flekkefjord: colourful modern facades reflected in the waters of the harbour. Keywords: Scandinavia, statue, scenery, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D8098 Norway, Vest-Agder, Flekkefjord: the town straddles the narrow sound which connects Flekkefjorden and Grisefjorden. View of the waterfront. Keywords: Scandinavia, scenery, landscape, picturesque
PMR-D8097 Norway, Vest-Agder: typical landscape near the south coast. Keywords: Scandinavia, scenery, fjord, picturesque
PMR-D8096 Norway, Vest-Agder: boats at a secluded jetty, overlooked by towering cliffs, near the south coast. Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, craggy
PMR-D8093 Norway, Telemark, Skien: modern residential blocks and hotels overlooking the harbour. Keywords: picturesque, boats, quayside, port, architecture, Scandinavia, culture
PMR-D8091 Norway, Telemark, Skien: the family home and birthplace of the playwright Henrik Ibsen (1828-1906) at Venstop, near Skien. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, wooden, timber, historic, culture, drama, writer, literature
PMR-D8090 Norway, Telemark: Heddal Stave Church, the largest in the country, dates back to the early 13th century. It was restored in 1849-51 and again in the 1950s. Dragons' heads on the roof gables are intended to keep away evil spirits. Keywords: picturesque, mythical, superstition, culture, historic, timber, wooden, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8089 Norway, Telemark: Heddal Stave Church, the largest in the country, dates back to the early 13th century. It was restored in 1849-51 and again in the 1950s. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, timber, wooden, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8088 Norway, Telemark: Heddal Stave Church, the largest in the country, dates back to the early 13th century. It was restored in 1849-51 and again in the 1950s. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, timber, wooden, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8087 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. General view of the Old Town, comprising urban buildings mainly from Oslo. Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8086 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A turf-roofed barn from Natadal, Nedre, Flatdal, Telemark (1762). Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber
PMR-D8085 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A farmhouse from Gulsvik, Fla, Hallingdal (ca. 1750). Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8084 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Two storehouses from Troym, Helmedal (left) (1650-1700), and Holshagen, Hol (right) (1650), both from Hallingdal. Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8083 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. General view of some farm outhouses. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber
PMR-D8082 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A two.storey farmhouse from Akershus, Ostlandet (18th century). Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber
PMR-D8081 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Turf-roofed wooden house from Jaeren, Rogaland (1820-60). Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8080 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A slate-roofed woodshed from Bakka, Halandsdal, Sunnhordland (ca.1800). Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8079 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A tenant-farmer's house from Husmannsplass (19th century). Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber
PMR-D8078 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A turf-roofed farm outhouse. Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8077 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A stall from Gronneflata, Uvdal, Numedal (1750-1800) Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8076 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A 'loft' storehouse from Brottveit Valle, Setesdal (1650-1700). Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8075 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. An open hearth farmhouse from Amlid Valle, Setesdal (1650-1700). Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber
PMR-D8074 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A farmhouse from Porsanger in Finnmark in the far north now houses an exhibition about Finnmark and the people who live there. Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8073 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, one of only 28 survivors in the country. Ornate wooden carvings adorn the roof. Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8072 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, one of only 28 survivors in the country. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber
PMR-D8071 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, one of only 28 survivors in the country. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber
PMR-D8070 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, containing valuable paintings from 1652. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber
PMR-D8069 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, containing valuable paintings from 1652, including "the last supper", seen here. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber
PMR-D8068 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, containing valuable paintings from 1652, including "the last supper", seen here. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber
PMR-D8067 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, one of only 28 survivors in the country. Guides in period costume provide help. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber
PMR-D8066 Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Visitors can tour the extensive site by period coach. Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8063 Norway, Oslo: fountains in the gardens of Eidsvoll Plass, with the National Theatre in the background. Keywords: picturesque, stage, drama, culture, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8057 Norway, Oslo: a cargo ship moored under the walls of the Akershus Fortress which dates back to the late 14th century. Keywords: picturesque, historic, defence, fortifications, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8055 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith. Frogner Pond, seen from the main bridge. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8054 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8053 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. Scenes of Norwegian family life surround the central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture, artistic, culture, statues, doubt. regret, persuasion, compassion
PMR-D8052 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. Scenes of Norwegian family life surround the central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8051 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith. A forged iron gateway with female figures. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8050 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8049 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. Scenes of Norwegian family life surround the central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8048 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. The central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8047 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. Scenes of Norwegian family life surround the central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8046 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. The central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8045 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. The central monolith surrounded by sculptures of Norwegian family life. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8044 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture, artistic, culture, statues
PMR-D8043 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8042 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8041 Norway, Oslo: rose beds in Frogner Park, with the Vigeland Sculptures in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8040 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8039 Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith. Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city
PMR-D8025 Sweden, Gothenburg: giant cranes, preserved in the port's dockyard, testify to the city's growth from its maritime trade in past centuries. Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, engineering, commerce, mercantile, harbour, shipping
PMR-D8024 Sweden, Gothenburg: giant cranes, preserved in the port's dockyard, testify to the city's growth from its maritime trade in past centuries. Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, engineering, commerce, mercantile, harbour, shipping
PMR-D8022 Sweden, Gothenburg: East Indiaman sailing ship "Gotheburg", a replica of the one which sank off the Gothenburg coast in 1745. Taking ten years to build, the "Gotheburg" first set sail in 2005 and has since visited over 100 ports. Keywords: picturesque, historic ship, wooden vessel, Scandinavia
PMR-D8021 Sweden, Gothenburg: East Indiaman sailing ship "Gotheburg", a replica of the one which sank off the Gothenburg coast in 1745. Taking ten years to build, the "Gotheburg" first set sail in 2005 and has since visited over 100 ports. Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, wooden vessel, historic ship
PMR-D8020 Sweden, Gothenburg: the German Church or Christinae Church (Kyrka Tyskan) opened in 1748 and used by the German residents, with Ethnographical Museum in the foreground. View from the Hamnkanalen. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia
PMR-D8019 Sweden, Gothenburg: part of the Botanical Gardens, opened in 1923, one of the finest in Europe. The glasshouses are home to more than 4500 species of plant. Keywords: picturesque, flowerbeds, horticulture, park, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8018 Sweden, Gothenburg: Stora Teatern ("Grand Theatre"). opened in 1859, reflected in the waters of the lake in Kungsperken Keywords: picturesque, music, drama, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8017 Sweden, Gothenburg: opened in 1874, the Feskekörka is actually an indoor fishmarket not a church as its name implies. Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8015 Sweden, Gothenburg: the "Seaman's Wife" figure on a 49-metre- high column, dedicated to the city's seamen who died in the First World War. Keywords: picturesque, monument, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8014 Sweden, Gothenburg: Skanskakrapan building with the destroyer "Smaland", preserved in the Maritime Museum. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, warship
PMR-D8013 Sweden, Gothenburg: the Opera House, built in 1994 by architect Jan Izikowitz. Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, architecture
PMR-D8012 Sweden, Gothenburg: the four-masted barque, "Viking", built in 1906 by Burmeister & Wain as a sail-training ship, is now used as an hotel. On the left, the Skanskakrapan building, popularly known as the "lipstick", headquarters of the Skanska company. Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, architecture, sailing ship, tall ships
PMR-D8011 Sweden, Gothenburg: the four-masted barque, "Viking", built in 1906 by Burmeister & Wain as a sail-training ship, is now used as an hotel. The "lipstick" building in the background. Keywords: picturesque, tall ships, sailing ship, architecture, Scandinavia
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-D8009 Sweden, Gothenburg: the German Church or Christinae Church (Kyrka Tyskan) opened in 1748 and used by the German residents, with Ethnographical Museum in the foreground. View from the Hamnkanalen. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia
PMR-D8007 Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: the car ferry linking the island with the mainland across the strait. Keywords: picturesque, watercraft, boats, yachts, Scandinavia, Swedish flag
PMR-D8006 Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: typical wooden houses on the steep main street. Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, street scene, architecture, homes, residences, timber
PMR-D8005 Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: church and landing jetty in the cove on the far side of the island. Keywords: picturesque, stoney, geology, panorama, yachts, boats, watercraft, Scandinavia
PMR-D8004 Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: view of the settlement, with mainland acrosss the strait, from the castle. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, Scandinavia
PMR-D8003 Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: typical white-painted wooden buildings on the main street, with Nautic Hotel in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, timber, architecture, street scene, Scandinavia
PMR-D8002 Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: typical wooden houses on the main street. Keywords: picturesque, timber, residences, homes, architecture, street scene, Scandinavia
PMR-D8001 Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: view of modern residential blocks on the mainland, seen across the strait. Keywords: picturesque, watercraft, boats, yachts, arcitecture
PMR-D8000 Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: view of the mainland, seen across the strait. Keywords: picturesque, watercraft, boats, yachts
PMR-D7999 Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Mounted enthusiasts in period cavalry uniforms re-enact with infantry past military actions for onlookers. Keywords: picturesque, attack, battle, cannon, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, culture, fortifications, castle, horses
PMR-D7998 Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Mounted enthusiasts in period cavalry uniforms re-enact past military actions for onlookers. Keywords: picturesque, attack, battle, cannon, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, culture, fortifications, castle, horses
PMR-D7997 Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, culture, fortifications, castle
PMR-D7996 Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Enthusiasts in period artillery uniforms re-enact past military actions for onlookers. Keywords: picturesque, horses, castle, fortifications, culture, architecture, heritage, mediaeval, cannon, defence
PMR-D7995 Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Keywords: picturesque, castle, fortifications, culture, architecture, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D7994 Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Mounted enthusiasts in period cavalry uniforms re-enact past military actions for onlookers. Keywords: picturesque, horses, castle, fortifications, culture, architecture, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D7993 Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Mounted enthusiasts in period cavalry uniforms re-enact past military actions for onlookers. Keywords: picturesque, horses, castle, fortifications, culture, architecture, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D7992 Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Keywords: picturesque, castle, fortifications, culture, architecture, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D7991 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: Schönborn Gate, built by Prince-Bishop Johann Philipp von Schönborn (1642-73) near the mass grave of the victims of the massacre. (The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred). Keywords: defence, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications
PMR-D7990 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: Killian's Tower with the underground tunnel which leads under the fortifications into the Marienberg Fortress: The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR-D7989 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: Echter or Michael's Gate in the Bastion (1605), built by Prince-Bishop Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in1631 and the 600-man garrison massacred. Keywords: defence, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications
PMR-D7988 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: the mediaeval Scherenberg Gate originally commanded a drawbridge. St. Killian's Tower behind. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: defence, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications
PMR-D7987 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: the Cathedral of St. Killian, the 4th largest Romanesque cathedral in Germany. Begun in 1045, completely destroyed in 1945, and rebuilt 1966-67. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic
PMR-D7986 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: the north tract of the Marienberg Fortress, with the Scherenbergzwinger, from the north-east. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, fortifications, defence
PMR-D7985 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: defence towers on the west fortified wall of the Marienberg Fortress. It was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D7984 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: The Sonnenturm (Sun Tower) in the south-east corner, and the Brunnentempel, built over the well. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D7983 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: the round church of St. Mary, dating back to 706 AD, but rebuilt after a fire in 1600. The red sandstone portal was added in the early 17th century. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic
PMR-D7982 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: castle gardens in the Marienberg Fortress, probably laid out by Prince-Bishop Johann Philipp von Schönborn (1642-73). An identical curved staircase with ballustrades encloses the garden at each end. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR-D7981 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: castle gardens in the Marienberg Fortress, probably laid out by Prince-Bishop Johann Philipp von Schönborn (1642-73). The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D7980 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: view to the east from the Marienberg, with vineyard and St. Burkard's Romanesque Basilica on the near bank of the river, and the old Main bridge, Marienkapelle, Cathedral of St. Killian, old university (red sandstone tower), St. Johannis' Church (top, centre) and St. Stephan's Church (middle right) on the far bank of the River Main. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic, panorama
PMR-D7979 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: view to the north-east from the Marienberg, with the old Main bridge (built 1473-1543), Gothic Marienkapelle (with red spire), Rathaus (Town Hall) and the Cathedral of St. Killian. Keywords: reflections, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, panorama, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture
PMR-D7978 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: castle gardens in the Marienberg Fortress, probably laid out by Prince-Bishop Johann Philipp von Schönborn (1642-73), overlooked by the Maria Tower. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR-D7977 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: Killian's Tower with the west wing. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D7976 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: the Cathedral of St. Killian, the 4th largest Romanesque cathedral in Germany. Begun in 1045, completely destroyed in 1945, and rebuilt 1966-67. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, culture
PMR-D7975 Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: the old stone Main bridge, built between 1473 and 1543, with statues of saints added around 1730. It replaced a Romanesque forerunner. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, mediaeval, historic
PMR-D7974 Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: Stift Haug, the first large Boroque church in Franconia, built between 1670 and 1691 according to plans of architect Antonio Petrini. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, mediaeval, historic
PMR-D7973 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: the Keep (Bergfried), built about 1200, contained a dungeon in the lower half, and "last retreat"on the upper floors. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D7972 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: a corner tower of the Princes' Wing. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D7971 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: Carved sandstone niches for saints, contemporaneous with the Brunnentempel. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D7970 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: a corner tower of the Princes' Wing. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR-D7969 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: The Brunnentempel, built to house the well, which reaches down to the water level of the River Main. The statues are (left to right): Daniel with the lion; Hercules forcing open the lion's muzzle, and St Hieronymus. On the roof, the gilded figure of Fortuna on a rolling ball. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, sculpture, stone-carving
PMR-D7968 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: the round church of St. Mary, dating back to 706 AD, but rebuilt after a fire in 1600. To the left is the Brunnentempel, built over the well, and the Bergfried Tower (Keep). The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR-D7967 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: the round church of St. Mary, dating back to 706 AD, but rebuilt after a fire in 1600. To the right is the Brunnentempel, built over the well. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D7966 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: the north-west corner with Killian's Tower behind. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D7965 Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: German Show Park of 1990 (Landesgartenschaupark 1990) for which the slopes of the Marienberg were carefully landscaped: part of the Japanese Garden. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, botanical, flowers, shrubs, trees
PMR-D7964 Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: German Show Park of 1990 (Landesgartenschaupark 1990) for which the slopes of the Marienberg were carefully landscaped: part of the rose garden. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, botanical, flowers, shrubs, trees
PMR-D7963 Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: German Show Park of 1990 (Landesgartenschaupark 1990) for which the slopes of the Marienberg were carefully landscaped: part of the Japanese Garden. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, botanical, flowers, shrubs, trees
PMR-D7962 Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: The Marienberg, with its fortress, is one of the oldest sites of settlement in Franconia, going back to at least 1000 BC. The present fortress was started about 1200 and remained the seat of the Prince-Bishops until 1719. It was remodelled into a Renaissance palace by Julius Echter from about 1600. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, fortifications, defence
PMR-D7961 Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: the Käppele ("small chapel"), built by Balthasar Neumann between 1748 and 1752, has sumptuous interior decorations. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, mediaeval, Baroque, church
PMR-D7960 Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: The Marienberg, with its fortress, is one of the oldest sites of settlement in Franconia, going back to at least 1000 BC. The present fortress was started about 1200 and remained the seat of the Prince-Bishops until 1719. It was remodelled into a Renaissance palace by Julius Echter from about 1600. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. View with part of the bridge over the River Main. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, fortifications, defence
PMR-D7959 Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: Falkenhaus (Falcon House) was formerly a guesthouse. It received the elaborate stucco facade in 1751. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, Baroque
PMR-D7958 Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: Marienkapelle (St Mary's Chapel), built between 1377 and 1480 in Gothic style. The western doorway, or Goldene Pforte, was constructed after 1430 and the tympanum depicts the Last Judgement. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D7957 Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: Marienkapelle (St Mary's Chapel), built between 1377 and 1480 in Gothic style. The gold-covered Madonna surmounting the spire is 72 metres above the ground and measures 5.75 metres in height. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7956 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: entrance to the Baroque Palais built for wine merchant Johann Georg Bögner in 1744, now known as the Mackert-Haus. Keywords: picturesque, historic, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, heritage
PMR-D7955 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: a private mews, not far from the centre of the town. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7954 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: St. Peter's Chapel (Peterskapelle), the oldest church in the town, built in 1180. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7953 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: Schlossplatz (Castle Square) with Volksschule, and top of the Türmersturm.. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7952 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: bronze citizens of the town, relaxing in Schlossplatz (Castle Square), with the tower of St. Martin's church in the background. Keywords: picturesque, statues, sculptures, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7950 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: Kurmainzisches Schloss (Castle) dates back to the late 13th century and is now home to the Tauber-Franconia Countryside Museum. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D7949 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: the Bischemer Frog Fountain, named after a group of active carnival supporters. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7948 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: the Türmersturm (tower), dating from 1270, was once part of the defence fortifications. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7947 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: the Zwinger, a former defence fortification, in Schlossplatz (Castle Square). Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7946 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: neo-Gothic tower of St. Martins church, built 1910-14. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7945 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: ´historic house facades on the Market Place, with half- timbered Stern Apothek in the centre. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7944 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: the former alms hospital in Klostergasse. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7943 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: mediaeval timber-frame houses on the Market Place, with the Baroque church of St. Lioba at the far end. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D7942 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: historic fountain in the Market Place, with the town hall, dating from 1865, at the far end. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7941 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: historic fountain in the Market Place, with the town hall, dating from 1865, at the far end. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7940 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: facades of burgher houses on Hauptstrasse (Main Street) in the pedestrian zone, with the tower of St. Martin's church in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D7939 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: historic bridge over the River Tauber, with statue of a saint. Keywords: picturesque, stone-carving, sculpture, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, heritage
PMR-D7938 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: historic bridge over the River Tauber, with statue of a saint. Keywords: picturesque, stone-carving, sculpture, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, heritage
PMR-D7937 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: a picturesque row of burgher houses in Lauda. Keywords: heritage, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, historic
PMR-D7935 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: street decorations in Marienstrasse, with a group of timber-framed burgher houses in the background. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, historic, heritage
PMR-D7934 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: the church of St. Jakobus was built in Gothic style in 1322-33 but almost completely rebuilt in Baroque style in 1608 by Prince- Bishop Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, historic, heritage
PMR-D7933 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: a group of timber-framed houses in the old quarter of Lauda. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, historic, heritage
PMR-D7932 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: the Oberes Stadttor (town gate) in Lauda, with mediaeval timber framed houses. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, historic, heritage
PMR-D7931 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: baroque castle of the Princes of Hohenlohe-Schillingsfürst, now a falconry centre and health resort. Elaborate stucco-work covers the walls and ceiling of the great hall. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, mediaeval, heritage, historic, colourful
PMR-D7927 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: late 18th century baroque castle of the Princes of Hohenlohe-Schillingsfürst, now a falconry centre and health resort. It lies on the highest point of the Franconian Heights (545 metres), overlooking the town of Sschillingsfürst. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, mediaeval, heritage, historic, colourful
PMR-D7926 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: late 18th century baroque castle of the Princes of Hohenlohe-Schillingsfürst, now a falconry centre and health resort. It lies on the highest point of the Franconian Heights (545 metres), overlooking the town of Sschillingsfürst. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, mediaeval, heritage, historic, colourful
PMR-D7925 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: late 18th century baroque castle of the Princes of Hohenlohe-Schillingsfürst, now a falconry centre and health resort. It lies on the highest point of the Franconian Heights (545 metres), overlooking the town of Sschillingsfürst. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, mediaeval, heritage, historic, colourful
PMR-D7924 Germany, Baden-Württemberg: the Tauber Valley near Bettwar. Keywords: picturesque, River Tauber, nature, countryside, rural, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road
PMR-D7923 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the mediaeval Gänsturm now houses the town museum. Keywords: picturesque, Tauber Valley, sculptures, carvings, statues, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7922 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the stone figure of an angel surmounts the fountain in the Market Square, while a group of bronze burghers confers before the local museum. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, statues, sculptures, Tauber Valley
PMR-D7921 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe replaced an original dating from 1586. A "dwarfs' gallery" enhances the fortified outer wall, which encloses the rose garden. Keywords: picturesque, Tauber Valley, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, statues, carvings, sculptures
PMR-D7920 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family which replaced an original castle dating from 1586, viewed from the rose garden. Keywords: picturesque, Tauber Valley, sculptures, carvings, statues, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7919 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family replaced an original castle dating from 1586. A view of the rose garden. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, statues, carvings, sculptures, Tauber Valley, flowers
PMR-D7918 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family replaced an original castle dating from 1586. The main entrance from the Town Hall Square. Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family replaced an original castle dating from 1586. The main entrance from the Town Hall Square. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, carvings, sculptures, Tauber Valley
PMR-D7917 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family replaced an original castle dating from 1586. The main entrance from the Market Square. Keywords: picturesque, Tauber Valley, sculptures, carvings, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7916 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: old burgher houses, some with timber frames, on the Rosenstrasse. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley
PMR-D7915 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: old burgher houses, some with timber frames, on the Rosenstrasse. Keywords: picturesque, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, mediaeval, heritage, historic, colourful
PMR-D7914 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: a stone angel commands the fountain in the Marketl Square with the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family on the far side. It replaced an original castle dating from 1586. Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, statues, carvings, sculptures, Tauber Valley
PMR-D7913 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family replaced an original castle dating from 1586. The main entrance from the Market Square. Keywords: picturesque, Tauber Valley, sculptures, carvings, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture
PMR-D7912 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Laudenbach: the Maria fountain in the centre of the village dates from 1574. Keywords: picturesque, carving, statue, Tauber Valley, colourful, heritage, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR-D7911 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Laudenbach: the mediaeval stone watchtower on the outskirts of the village. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historic, heritage, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, Taber Valley
PMR-D7910 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Laudenbach: geraniums overlooking the Ebertsbronner brook, which runs through the centre of the village. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, heritage, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, Tauber Valley
PMR-D7909 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: colourful house facades in the upper village, adjacent to the castle, with the watertower in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, colourful, cobblestones
PMR-D7908 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: the hostelry adjacent to the castle, seen from the square of the upper village, with stone fountain in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, colourful, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
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-D7739 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the snow-covered Alps and buttercup meadows from the Aidlinger Höhe, near Riegsee. Keywords: alpine, spring, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D7738 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: flowers of the horse-chestnut tree (Aesculus Hippocastanum) with the snow-covered Alps in the background. Keywords: alpine, spring, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D7737 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the village with snow-covered Alps and the Riegsee (lake) in the background, from the Aidlinger Höhe. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, spring
PMR-D7736 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the village with snow-covered Alps and the Riegsee (lake) in the background, from the Aidlinger Höhe. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, spring
PMR-D7735 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the snow-covered Alps and trees in new spring foliage from the Aidlinger Höhe, near Riegsee. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D7734 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the snow-covered Alps, the Riegsee (lake) and grazing cattle from the Aidlinger Höhe. Keywords: alpine, spring, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D7733 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the snow-covered Alps and buttercup meadows from the Aidlinger Höhe, near Riegsee. Keywords: alpine, spring, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D7732 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: buttercup meadows and trees in spring foliage on the Aidlinger Höhe, near Riegsee. Keywords: alpine, spring, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D7731 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the snow-covered Alps and trees in spring foliage from the Aidlinger Höhe, near Riegsee. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D7704 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberaudorf: "Gasthof Zollhaus" was previously the customs house dealing with salt shipments on the River Inn. Keywords: picturesque, facade, wall paintings, architecture, hostelry, hotel, inn
PMR-D7697 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the snow-covered Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain (2962 metres), in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: picturesque, sunlight, first light, alpine, landscape, mist, colourful
PMR-D7696 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the snow-covered Bavarian Alps. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, mist, landscape, alpine, golden, first light, sunlight
PMR-D7695 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, mist, landscape, alpine, golden, first light, sunlight
PMR-D7694 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the snow-covered Bavarian Alps. Keywords: picturesque, mist, landscape, alpine, golden, first light, sunlight
PMR-D7693 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the snow-covered Bavarian Alps, with the Olympia Tower in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, mist, landscape, alpine, first light, sunlight
PMR-D7692 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the Bavarian Alps, with wind turbine. Keywords: picturesque, mist, landscape, alpine, golden, first light, sunlight
PMR-D7691 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on Unterföhring power station. Keywords: picturesque, golden, first light, sunlight, chimneys
PMR-D7676 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit im Winkl: ski piste on the Steinplatte, with snow-cpvered Austrian Alps in the background. Keywords: picturesque, ski piste, ski slopes, ski lifts, panorama, mountain range, alpine scenery
PMR-D7675 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit im Winkl: ski piste on the Steinplatte, with snow-cpvered Austrian Alps in the background. Keywords: picturesque, ski piste, ski slopes, ski lifts, panorama, mountain range, alpine scenery
PMR-D7669 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: view of the snow-covered Alps from the grounds of the Benedictine monastery. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D7378 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Panorama view of the old quarter in the walled medina. Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D7377 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Vioew over the town from the modern quarter. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7376 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7375 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. In the centre of the medina is the bustling Place Outa el Hammam, where colourful street cafes are ready to serve thirsty visitors. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7374 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. In the centre of the medina is the bustling Place Outa el Hammam, where colourful street cafes are ready to serve thirsty visitors. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7373 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. In the centre of the medina is the bustling Place Outa el Hammam, where the entrance to the mosque has a double studded door with blue and white painted surround. Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D7372 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. In the centre of the medina is the bustling Place Outa el Hammam, dominated by the surrounding mountains. Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D7371 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. In the centre of the medina is the bustling Place Outa el Hammam, dominated by the surrounding mountains. Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D7370 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. A shop selling brightly-coloured fabrics dsplays them on the street. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7369 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. Potted plants are universally popular. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7368 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. An orange-juice stall provides a splash of colour. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7367 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. Cats are welcome. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7366 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. A typical studded door with tiled surround. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7365 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7364 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. Squeezed between facades, this house almost resembles a tower. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7363 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. A handsome gateway with scalloped arch, all picked out in blue and white. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7362 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7361 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7360 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb
PMR-D7359 Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, picturesque, panorama, landscape, hills, countryside
PMR-D7358 Morocco: Nakhla dam, with part of the resulting reservoir, Barage Ennakhla. Keywords: picturesque, renewable energy, hydro-electric, Africa, Maghreb
PMR-D7357 Morocco: Nakhla dam, with part of the resulting reservoir, Barage Ennakhla. Keywords: picturesque, renewable energy, hydro-electric, Africa, Maghreb
PMR-D7355 Morocco, M'Diq: colourful salon d'art on the main street. Keywords: picturesque, culture, artistic, Africa, Maghreb, holiday
PMR-D7353 Morocco, M'Diq: view of the main shopping street, a pedestrian zone. Keywords: picturesque, holiday, Maghreb, Africa, street scene, architecture
PMR-D7352 Morocco, M'Diq: view of the wide, sandy beach, ideal for bathing. Keywords: picturesque, Africa, Maghreb, holiday
PMR-D7351 Morocco, M'Diq: view of the bay with the Hotel L'Orizon standing on stilts in glass-clear water. Keywords: picturesque, Africa, Maghreb, holiday, accommodation
PMR-D7350 Morocco, M'Diq: Hotel L'Orizon stands on stilts in the sandy bay. Keywords: picturesque, Africa, Maghreb, holiday, accommodation
PMR-D7343 Algeria, Illizi, Djanet: unusual rock formations in Wadi Terharhart Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7342 Algeria, Illizi, Djanet: unusual rock formations in Wadi Terharhart Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7341 Algeria, Illizi, Djanet: unusual rock formations in Wadi Terharhart Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7340 Algeria, Illizi, Djanet: unusual rock formations in Wadi Terharhart Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7337 Algeria, Illizi, Djanet: view over the town (population ca 14,000) from the fortified old town. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, Imuhar
PMR-D7336 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7335 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet with expedition vehicle in the foreground. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7334 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7333 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7332 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7331 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7330 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7329 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7328 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7327 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7325 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7324 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7323 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7322 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7321 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7320 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7319 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7318 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7317 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7316 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7315 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7314 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7313 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7312 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7311 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7310 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7309 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7308 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7307 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7306 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7305 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7304 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7303 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7302 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7301 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: dawn over the camp site in the Erg Admer sand dunes. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7300 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Erg Admer. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7299 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a Tuareg driver relaxing in the shade of an acacia tree in the desert with nearby rock formations, not far from Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, ass, UNESCO
PMR-D7298 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a shady acacia tree in the desert with expeditionary vehicles, not far from Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, ass, UNESCO
PMR-D7297 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: semi-wild donkeys (Equus africanus) not far from Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, ass, UNESCO
PMR-D7296 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: semi-wild donkeys (Equus africanus) not far from Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, ass, UNESCO
PMR-D7295 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: leaving the area of the Tadrart Rouge mountains. A boundary marker, with Tuareg. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7294 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika.in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7293 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika.in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7292 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: "black" sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7291 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: ripple pattern on a sand dune of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7290 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: "black" sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7289 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7288 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: "black" sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7287 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: delicate sandstone strata exposed by the sand in the dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7286 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: tracks of a jackal in the sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7285 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7283 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7281 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7280 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: whitening branch of a tree in the sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7279 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7278 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7277 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: ripples in a Tissetika sand dune in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7276 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7275 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7274 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7273 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7272 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: strange rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7271 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: cave and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7270 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: arch-like rock formation in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7269 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Tuareg grave in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, burial-place
PMR-D7268 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7267 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7266 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7265 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7264 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7261 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7260 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7259 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7258 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7257 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7256 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7255 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7254 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7253 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7252 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7250 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7249 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7248 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7247 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7246 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7245 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7244 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7243 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7242 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7241 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7240 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: tracks and trails of nocturnal sandworms and other creatures in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, fauna, tracks
PMR-D7239 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: trails of nocturnal sandworms (?) in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, fauna, tracks
PMR-D7238 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7237 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7236 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: group of Tuareg relaxing in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7235 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sunset over the camp site in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7234 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sunset over the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7233 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7232 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: camp site in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7231 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7230 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: camp site in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7229 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: camp site in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7228 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: camp site in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7227 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7225 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the double arch of Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7224 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the double arch of Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7223 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the double arch of Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7222 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the double arch of Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7221 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the double arch of Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7220 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the double arch of Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7219 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber camel train in Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, dromedary
PMR-D7218 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of a Berber camel train in Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, dromedary
PMR-D7217 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber camel train in Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, dromedary
PMR-D7216 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: elephant-like natural rock formation in Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7211 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: "planning the route", with expedition vehicle and impressive rock formation in the background, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7210 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: camp site at Tilanfasa in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7206 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: view of the expedition cars from the mouth of a large cave at Tidrunag in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7205 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: inside a large cave at Tidrunag in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7204 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: view of the expedition cars from the mouth of a large cave at Tidrunag in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7203 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: abandoned Tuareg mortar and pestle in the mouth of a large cave at Tidrunag in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7196 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formation known as "The Hedgehog" in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7193 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand patterns and rocks in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7192 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: under a shady acacia tree in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7191 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formations and acacia trees in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7190 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7189 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: expedition vehicles, parked near the Rock paintings in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7185 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7184 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7183 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Touareg drivers killing time in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7182 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the huge, natural "Arch of Tehak" in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7181 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7180 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the huge, natural "Arch of Tehak" in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7179 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the huge, natural "Arch of Tehak" in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7178 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the huge, natural "Arch of Tehak" in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7177 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7176 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7175 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7174 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7173 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: expedition cars and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7172 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7171 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7170 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7169 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: abandoned Tuareg stone mortar and pestle being used to shelter a desert ants' nest, in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, stone tools, neolithic
PMR-D7167 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7166 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: trails left by nocturnal sand worms (?) in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7165 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7164 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: isolated grass plants growing in the dunes in Wadi In Djeran of the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7163 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7162 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7160 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes, seen through a natural rock crevice in Wadi In Djeran of the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7158 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7157 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7151 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: verdant grassland among the rock formations in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7148 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and rock formations in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7146 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and rock formations in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7145 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and rock formations in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7143 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7142 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes with pool of water in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7141 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes with rock formations and acacia trees, pool of water in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7140 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes with acacia trees and pool of water in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7139 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: cracked bed of a dried-out pool in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7138 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and reflecting pool of water in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7137 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: drying out pools of water in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7136 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes with pools of water and Desert Gourds in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7135 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: cracked bed of a dried-out pool in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7134 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes with acacia trees and pools of water in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7133 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and rock formations reflected in a pool in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7132 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and acacia trees with reflecting pool in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7131 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and acacia trees in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7130 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7129 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: camping in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7128 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7127 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7126 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7125 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7124 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7123 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7122 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7121 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock natural arch known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7120 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock natural arch known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7119 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7118 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock natural arch known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7117 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock natural arches known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7116 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7112 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7111 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7109 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: group of Tuareg with arab tour leader, near the canyon entrance. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7108 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a narrow, high-walled canyon, just wide enough to walk through, in the Tadrart Mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7107 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a narrow, high-walled canyon, just wide enough to walk through, in the Tadrart Mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7106 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a narrow, high-walled canyon, just wide enough to walk through, in the Tadrart Mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7105 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a narrow, high-walled canyon, just wide enough to walk through, in the Tadrart Mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7104 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a narrow, high-walled canyon, just wide enough to walk through, in the Tadrart Mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7103 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a narrow, high-walled canyon, just wide enough to walk through, in the Tadrart Mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar
PMR-D7102 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains from the shade of a Camel Thorn tree (Vachellia /Acacia ercoloba). Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7101 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains from the shade of a Camel Thorn tree (Vachellia /Acacia ercoloba). Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7100 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7099 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7097 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: site of neolithic paintings in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7096 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: view of sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains through a rock crevice. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7093 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7091 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7090 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7089 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: distant sand dunes. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7087 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7084 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: distant sand dunes. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7083 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Arabian Camel or Dromedary (Camelus dromedarius). Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, animals, mammals, quadrupeds
PMR-D7080 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Arabian Camel or Dromedary (Camelus dromedarius). Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, animals, mammals, quadrupeds
PMR-D7079 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Arabian Camel or Dromedary (Camelus dromedarius) with young. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, animals, mammals, quadrupeds
PMR-D7077 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7076 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7075 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7073 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7072 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7071 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7070 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7069 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7068 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7067 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7066 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7065 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7063 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7062 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert - the Arch of Tikoubaouine. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7061 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7060 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7059 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7058 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7057 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7056 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7055 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7054 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7053 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7052 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7051 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert - the Arch of Tikoubaouine. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7050 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered
PMR-D7048 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: ancient geoglyph. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7047 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7046 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: vista of rock formations and sand.. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7045 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: sandstone rock formations. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7044 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: sandstone rock formations. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7042 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: wild rock formations. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7041 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: sunset from the canyon Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7040 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: sunset from the canyon Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7039 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: Berber village in the canyon and site of the communal fire. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7038 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: view of Essendilene canyon. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, Toyota Land Cruiser
PMR-D7037 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: rock formations, approaching Essendilene canyon. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, Toyota Land Cruiser
PMR-D7036 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: expeditionary vehicles on the approach to Essendilene canyon. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, Toyota Land Cruiser
PMR-D7035 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Arabian Camel or Dromedary (Camelus dromedarius) with young. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, animals, mammals, quadrupeds
PMR-D7034 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7033 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7032 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7031 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7030 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7029 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Tuareg guest accommodation in the village of Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7028 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (gueltas) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7027 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (gueltas) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7026 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (gueltas) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7025 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (gueltas) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7024 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sheer sandstone cliff walls of Wadi Iherir eroded into pillars. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7023 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (gueltas) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7022 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7021 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (gueltas) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7020 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation under the steep walls of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7019 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7018 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7017 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7016 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7015 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7014 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7013 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7012 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: semi-wild donkeys (Equus africanus) on the steep, rocky wall of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, ass, UNESCO
PMR-D7011 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7010 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7009 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7008 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7007 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber huts on the edge of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7006 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber huts on the edge of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7005 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber huts on the edge of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7004 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: hiking through Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7003 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber huts on the edge of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7002 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber huts on the edge of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D7001 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Tuareg guest huts in the village of Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D7000 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the stony rim of Wadi Iherir in the late sun. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D6999 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Tuareg on the rim of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D6998 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the stony rim of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D6997 Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the stony rim of Wadi Iherir. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO
PMR-D6984 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: a young dromedary in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, camel
PMR-D6983 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: a young dromedary in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, camel
PMR-D6982 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: young dromedaries in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, camel
PMR-D6981 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6980 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6979 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6978 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6977 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6976 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert: view from a cave mouth. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6975 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert: arab guides in the mouth of a cave. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6974 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6973 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6972 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6971 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6970 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6969 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert: "the chicken". Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6968 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert: "the chicken". Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6967 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6966 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6965 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6964 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6963 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6962 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6961 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6960 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6959 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6958 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6957 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6956 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert, with expedition vehicle in the foreground. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, Toyota
PMR-D6955 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert, with expedition vehicle in the foreground. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, Toyota
PMR-D6954 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6953 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6952 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6951 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6950 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6949 Algeria, Illizi: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6948 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6947 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6946 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6945 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6944 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6943 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6942 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6941 Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6940 Algeria, Illizi: campsite in the desert, not far from Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6939 Algeria, Illizi: campsite in the desert, not far from Djanet. Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber
PMR-D6938 England, Kent, Dover: view of the white cliffs from the ferry. Keywords: geology, coast, chalk, limestone, picturesque, landscape
PMR-D6937 England, Kent, Dover: view of the white cliffs from the ferry. Keywords: geology, coast, chalk, limestone, picturesque, landscape
PMR-D6936 England, Kent, Dover: view of the white cliffs with the New Officers' Barracks of Dover Castle, and the church of St. Mary in Castro. Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, mediaeval, historic
PMR-D6935 England, Kent, Dover: view of the white cliffs from the ferry. Keywords: geology, coast, chalk, limestone, picturesque, landscape
PMR-D6871 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: a typical family farmhouse with the rear part devoted to animals and farm equipment. A colourful display of geraniums graces the balcony. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, autumn, chalet, Bauernhaus
PMR-D6870 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: autumn in the Laine Valley. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, russet, fall, outdoors
PMR-D6869 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: autumn in the Laine Valley. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, russet, fall, outdoors
PMR-D6868 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: Lainlalm (Laine Valley) in autumn. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, russet, fall, outdoors, log cabin, wooden hut
PMR-D6867 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: Lainlalm (Laine Valley) in autumn. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, russet, fall, outdoors, log cabin, wooden hut
PMR-D6866 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: autumn in the Laine Valley. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, russet, fall, outdoors
PMR-D6865 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: view of the village and parish church, St. Nikolaus, dating back to 1291. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, onion dome, autumn
PMR-D6858 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: typical moorland vegetation on Rottachmoore, with birch and juniper trees. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, biotope, ecology, reserve
PMR-D6857 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbach bei Bad Tölz: parish church with onion dome, built 1671-6. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn, churchtower, woods
PMR-D6856 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbach bei Bad Tölz: parish church with onion dome, built 1671-6. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn, churchtower, woods
PMR-D6852 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: an autumn view of Murnauer Moos (Moss) nature reserve with the Ester Mountains in the background. Keywords: alpine, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, marsh, swamp, biotope, ecology
PMR-D6851 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: an autumn view of Murnauer Moos (Moss) nature reserve with the Ester Mountains in the background. Keywords: alpine, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, marsh, swamp, biotope, ecology
PMR-D6850 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: a bed of reeds in autumn colours on Murnauer Moos (Moss) with the Ester Mountains in the background. Keywords: alpine, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, marsh, swamp, biotope, ecology, nature reserve
PMR-D6849 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: a bed of reeds in autumn colours on Murnauer Moos (Moss) with the Ester Mountains in the background. Keywords: alpine, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, marsh, swamp, biotope, ecology, nature reserve
PMR-D6848 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: Langer Köchel, was mined for quarzite by the firm Hartsteinwerk Werdenfels from 1930 until 2000. The site then filled with rainwater to form a turquoise-green lake on the south side of Murnauer Moos. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, geology, quarry, stone-quarry
PMR-D6847 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: Langer Köchel, was mined for quarzite by the firm Hartsteinwerk Werdenfels from 1930 until 2000. The site then filled with rainwater to form a turquoise-green lake on the south side of Murnauer Moos. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, geology, quarry, stone-quarry
PMR-D6846 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: Langer Köchel, was mined for quarzite by the firm Hartsteinwerk Werdenfels from 1930 until 2000. The site then filled with rainwater to form a turquoise-green lake on the south side of Murnauer Moos. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, geology, quarry, stone-quarry
PMR-D6840 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberaudorf: view of the Inn Valley from Schwarzenberg (1100 m) with the Kaiser Mountains in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D6839 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberaudorf: tower and onion dome of the baroque Church of Our Lady. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, architecture, flowers, village
PMR-D6837 England, Kent: the white cliffs of Dover. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, geology, chalk, limestone
PMR-D6836 Ireland, County Kerry, Killarney: the colourful facade of the Pharmacy. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, architecture, shop
PMR-D6835 Ireland, County Kerry, Killarney: customers of The Laurels pub enjoying their drinks in the open air. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, architecture, drinking
PMR-D6834 Ireland, County Kerry, Killarney: Main Street. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, architecture, street scene
PMR-D6833 Ireland, County Kerry, Killarney: the ornate facade of the Irish Pub shop. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, architecture
PMR-D6831 Ireland, County Kerry, Sneem: colourful cottages, seen from the village green. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, rural
PMR-D6830 Ireland, County Kerry, Sneem: the River Sneem flows through the centre of the town and the olld stone bridge carries the main road across. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, rocks
PMR-D6828 Ireland, County Kerry, Valentia Island: a riot of colour provided by the luxuriant growth of vegetation due to the damp, warm climate, protected from frosts and snow. Keywords: picturesque, Valencia, Crocosmia, wild flowers, botany, colouful
PMR-D6827 Ireland, County Kerry, Valentia Island: lighthouse marking the entrance to Valentia Harbour, with the rocky, exposed coast in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, Valencia, Crocosmia, seashore, rugged, bare, surf
PMR-D6826 Ireland, County Kerry, Valentia Island: lighthouse marking the entrance to Valentia Harbour, with colourful montbretia flowers in the foreground and Killelan Mountain behind. Keywords: picturesque, Valencia, Crocosmia, wild flowers, botany
PMR-D6824 Ireland, County Kerry, Valentia Island: colourful montbretia flowers line the road near the north coast. Keywords: picturesque, Valencia, Crocosmia, wild flowers, botany
PMR-D6823 Ireland, County Galway, Kinvara: Dunguaire Castle, a 16th century tower house. It has featured in the US films "Guns in the Heather" (1969) and "North Sea Hijack" (1979). Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, defence, stone-built
PMR-D6822 Ireland, County Galway, Kinvara: Dunguaire Castle, a 16th century tower house. It has featured in the US films "Guns in the Heather" (1969) and "North Sea Hijack" (1979). Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, defence, stone-built
PMR-D6815 Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilronan: colourful horse-drawn carriage parked near a public house. Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, picturesque, transport, pub
PMR-D6814 Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilronan: typical horse-drawn cart passing a thatched cottage selling Aran sweaters. Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, shop knitware, picturesque
PMR-D6810 Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: a group of thatched cottages selling Aran sweaters and offering bicycle hire, at the start of the path to Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort. Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, Dun Aengus, rural, shop, knitware
PMR-D6807 Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: the path from the village up to Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old, which stands on the edge of a 60-metre sheer cliff. Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, Dun Aengus
PMR-D6806 Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: inside the outer wall of Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old. Beyond, view of the rest of the treeless island, about 14 km. long. Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, Dun Aengus
PMR-D6805 Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: reconstructed entrance in the inner defence wall of Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old. Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, sheer drop, Dun Aengus
PMR-D6804 Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: the 60-metre cliffs on which stand Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old. The outer defence wall can be seen in the distance. Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, sheer drop, Dun Aengus
PMR-D6803 Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: the 60-metre cliffs on which stand Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old. The outer defence wall can be seen in the distance. Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, sheer drop, Dun Aengus
PMR-D6802 Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: the inner defence wall and entrance to Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old, which stands on the edge of a 60-metres-high cliff. Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, sheer drop, Dun Aengus
PMR-D6801 Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: the 60-metre cliffs on which stand Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old. Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, sheer drop, Dun Aengus
PMR-D6799 Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: the basketmaker offers a wide range of traditional and modern baskets. Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, picturesque, shop, artisan, weaving, trading
PMR-D6798 Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: thatched cottage selling Aran sweaters. Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, picturesque, pullover, jersey, knitware, shop
PMR-D6790 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: The Aasleagh Falls, where the River Erriff crosses the border with County Mayo, flowing on to Killary Harbour. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, scenery, countryside, nature, waterfall, wild
PMR-D6789 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: The River Erriff on the border of County Mayo, just below the Aasleagh Falls. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, scenery, countryside, nature
PMR-D6788 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. View from Lake Pollacappul with reflections in the waters. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately
PMR-D6787 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Part of the Victorian Walled Garden, flourishing after some years of neglect. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured
PMR-D6786 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Part of the Victorian Walled Garden, flourishing after some years of neglect. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured
PMR-D6785 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Part of the Victorian Walled Garden, flourishing after some years of neglect. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured
PMR-D6784 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Hydrangea serrata "Bluebird" in the Victorian Walled Garden. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured, hybrid, shrub
PMR-D6783 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Part of the Victorian Walled Garden, flourishing after some years of neglect. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured
PMR-D6781 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Neo-gothic church built in the grounds as a memorial on the early death of Margaret. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately
PMR-D6780 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Much admired, finely carved marble fireplace. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, artistic
PMR-D6779 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Reflections in the waters of Lake Pollacappul. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately
PMR-D6778 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. View from Lake Pollacappul. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately
PMR-D6755 Ireland, County Mayo, Cong: ruins of Cong Abbey (Augustinian), which dates back to the 8th century but has been rebuilt many times. In the late 16th century the abbey was suppressed and fell into ruin. It posesses some notable early gothic stone carvings. Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, picturesque
PMR-D6754 Ireland, County Mayo, Cong: ruins of Cong Abbey (Augustinian), which dates back to the 8th century but has been rebuilt many times. In the late 16th century the abbey was suppressed and fell into ruin. It posesses some notable early gothic stone carvings. Here: the monk's 15/16th century stone-built fishing house, built out over the River Cong. Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, picturesque
PMR-D6748 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view from the cliff-top path to the east, with a rocky cove in the foreground, and showing many half-exposed basalt columns on the cliff face. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic
PMR-D6747 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view from the cliff-top path to the west, with the "Giant's Chimneys" and Lacada Point. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic
PMR-D6746 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view from the cliff-top path to the west with succeeding headlands, showing many half-exposed basalt columns on the cliff face. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic
PMR-D6745 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view from the cliff-top path to the east, with succeeding headlands, showing many half-exposed basalt columns on the cliff face. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic
PMR-D6743 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the harsh contours of the basalt cliffs are softened by grass mantels, with layers of reddish laterite half exposed. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf
PMR-D6742 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of Port Noffer (Giant's Bay) from the cliff path at the top of the Shepherd's Steps, with the Giant's Causeway reaching into the sea at the top. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf
PMR-D6741 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of Port Noffer (Giant's Bay) from the cliff path at the top of the Shepherd's steps. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf
PMR-D6740 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the "Giant's Organ", a series of exposed basalt columns in the cliff-face caused by the cooling of volcanic lava. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6739 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of Port Noffer (Giant's Bay) from the cliff path, with the Giant's Causeway reaching into the sea at the top. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf
PMR-D6738 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the mineral content of the volcanic rock provides a colourful display on the cliff path, with this nodule resembling a giant eye. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6737 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the mineral content of the volcanic rock provides a colourful display on the cliff path. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6736 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the harsh contours of the basalt cliffs are softened by grass mantels, with layers of reddish laterite half exposed. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf
PMR-D6735 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the harsh contours of the basalt cliffs are softened by grass mantels, with layers of reddish laterite half exposed. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf
PMR-D6734 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: half exposed basalt columns in the cliff-face caused by the cooling of volcanic lava, with a layer of reddish laterite near the bottom. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6733 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the Giant's Causeway, an exposed outcrop of basalt columns caused by the cooling of volcanic lava, reaching out into the sea. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf, famous, tourist, attraction
PMR-D6732 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: "the Giant's Loom", an exposed outcrop of basalt columns about 10 metres high, caused by the cooling of volcanic lava. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6731 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Portnaboe (Bay of the Cow) with some of the "Giant's Marbles". Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf
PMR-D6730 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Portnaboe (Bay of the Cow) and Runkerry Head. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf
PMR-D6729 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Portnaboe (Bay of the Cow) approaching Windy Gap, with the cliff path clearly visible. Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf
PMR-D6728 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Ballycastle: yachts moored in the harbour, overlooked by the rising ground of the town. Keywords: picturesque, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, yachts, marina
PMR-D6727 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Ballycastle: fishing boats reflected in the waters of the harbour, overlooked by the rising ground of the town. Keywords: picturesque, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, yachts, marina
PMR-D6726 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Ballycastle: fishing boats reflected in the waters of the harbour, overlooked by the rising ground of the town. Keywords: picturesque, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful
PMR-D6724 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of the coast from the cliff-top at Portaneevey. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs
PMR-D6723 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of Rathlin Island from the tip of Carrick-a-Rede Island. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6722 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: a stream of visitors following the path across Carrick-a-Rede Island, with Rathlin Island in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6721 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island (right) to the mainland, with Rathlin Island in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, scenic, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6720 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island (right), to the mainland. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6719 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island (right) to the mainland. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6718 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Carrick-a-Rede Island, connected by ropebridge to the mainland: view of the rocky coast with Sheep Island in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs
PMR-D6717 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast, Carrick-a-Rede: view of the coastal cliffs from the middle of the rope bridge to the mainland. Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, surf, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6716 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island to the mainland. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6715 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island to the mainland. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6713 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast, Carrick-a-Rede: view of the beach and coastal cliffs, with Rathlin Island in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, surf, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6712 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast, Carrick-a-Rede: view of the beach and coastal cliffs, with Rathlin Island in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, surf, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6711 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Sheep Island, seen from Carrick-a-Rede. Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, birdlife, seascape, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6710 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Sheep Island, seen from Carrick-a-Rede. Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, birdlife, seascape, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6709 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island (National Trust), to the mainland. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6708 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Carrick-a-Rede Island, connected by ropebridge to the mainland, and (top) Sheep Island. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6707 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: white-painted Ballintoy Parish Church, seen from Carrick-a-Rede. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, meadows, meadow-sweet
PMR-D6705 Northern Ireland, County Antrim: Sheep Island, near Carrick-a-Rede on the "Causeway Coastal Route". Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, National Trust, UNESCO
PMR-D6704 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of the coast to the west from Torr Head. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, seascape, nature, rocky, prominence
PMR-D6703 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Torr Head, with the Mull of Kintyre, Scotland, visible, 15 miles away. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, seascape, nature, rocky, prominence
PMR-D6702 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: colourful wild fuschia lines the road approaching Torr Head. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany
PMR-D6701 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: colourful wild fuschia lines the road approaching Torr Head. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany
PMR-D6700 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view to the west approaching Torr Head. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany
PMR-D6699 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: colourful wild fuschia lines the road approaching Torr Head. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany
PMR-D6698 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Cushendun: the village is known for its Cornish-style cottages , designed by Clough Williams-Ellis, architect of Portmeirion, now owned by the National Trust. Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, picturesque
PMR-D6697 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Cushendun: the village is known for its Cornish-style cottages , designed by Clough Williams-Ellis, architect of Portmeirion, now owned by the National Trust. The village pub. Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, picturesque
PMR-D6696 Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Cushendun: the village is known for its Cornish-style cottages , designed by Clough Williams-Ellis, architect of Portmeirion. View of the harbour. Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, fishing boats, picturesque
PMR-D6656 Northern Ireland, Belfast: Bittles Bar, one of the city's most unusual pubs, was built in 1868 and was originally called "The Shakespeare". Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, picturesque, flatiron-shape, masonry, capital city, metropolis, beer
PMR-D6638 Northern Ireland, County Down, Saintfield: Rowallane Gardens (National Trust) were laid out in the 1960s by the Reverend John Moore and later his nephew Hugh Armytage Moore. A colourful herbacious border in the Walled Garden, with the belltower in the background. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, botany, nature, plants
PMR-D6637 Northern Ireland, County Down, Saintfield: Rowallane Gardens (National Trust) were laid out in the 1960s by the Reverend John Moore and later his nephew Hugh Armytage Moore. A colourful herbacious border in the Walled Garden, with the belltower in the background. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, botany, nature, plants
PMR-D6636 Northern Ireland, County Down, Saintfield: Rowallane Gardens (National Trust) were laid out in the 1960s by the Reverend John Moore and later his nephew Hugh Armytage Moore. The colourful wild flower garden. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, botany, nature, plants
PMR-D6635 Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland. The baronial castle from across the lake. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, landscape, manor house, mansion, stately home
PMR-D6634 Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland. Castlewellan Lake and pathway. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, landscape, Rosebay Willowherb, Fireweed, walking
PMR-D6633 Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland. The Mountain Lake on Slievenaslat on the estate. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, landscape, reflections
PMR-D6632 Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland. View from Slievenaslat (272 metres) on the estate. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, landscape, autumn, countryside, nature, biotope
PMR-D6631 Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland. Horse-riding on Slievenaslat on the estate. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, landscape, Rosebay Willowherb, Fireweed
PMR-D6629 Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, heritage, historic, manor house, stately home, estate, baronial castle, landscape
PMR-D6627 Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, heritage, historic, manor house, stately home, estate, baronial castle, landscape
PMR-D6626 Northern Ireland, County Down, Newcastle: the main street, overlooked by Slieve Donard, the highest of the Mourne Mountains. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, heritage, estate, street view
PMR-D6625 Northern Ireland, County Down, Downpatrick: south west (classical) facade of Castle Ward mansion (National Trust), overlooking Strangford Lough. Built in the 1860s, it has a classical facade facing south, but a gothic facade facing north, to satisfy the wishes of both Lord Bangor and his wife. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, heritage, historic, manor house, stately home, estate
PMR-D6624 Northern Ireland, County Down, Downpatrick: a colourful display of flowerbeds in the Sunken Garden at Castle Ward (National Trust). Keywords: picturesque, floral, botanic, geometrical, dazzling, horticulture
PMR-D6623 Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. St. Laurence's Gate, formerly the eastern entrance through the city walls. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D6622 Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. Footbridge over the River Boyne, with neo-gothic St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D6621 Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. Footbridge over the River Boyne, with the new shopping complex built out over the river on stilts. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D6620 Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: view from the roadbridge over the River Boyne, with St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church on the left and a Martello tower on the Millmount (possibly a prehistoric burial mound) ahead. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D6619 Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. The ruined 4-storey gatehouse to the abbey. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, monastery, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D6618 Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. The chantry (left) with the octagonal lavabo in the foreground. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, monastery, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D6617 Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. View of the original gatehouse through an arch of the lavabo. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, monastery, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D6616 Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. The 13th century, octagonal lavabo, the monks' washing room, with part of the (rebuilt) cloister arcade. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, monastery, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D6586 Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: Dublin Castle: the turreted Record Tower, the sole surviving tower from the mediaeval castle from ca. 1228, with the adjoining Chapel Royal (19th century). Seen from the Dubhlinn Gardens, laid out in 1680. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, capital city, architecture
PMR-D6583 Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: Trinity College: the Campanile, designed by Sir Charles Lanyon, was completed in 1853. The flanking sculptures are by Thomas Kirk. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, capital city, architecture, Georgian
PMR-D6579 Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: O'Connell Bridge (1880) over the River Liffey, with O'Connell Monument in the background. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR-D6578 Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: the Ha'penny Bridge (1816) over the River Liffey, with Bachelors Walk on the right. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR-D6565 Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: built between 1817 and 1861, the 63-metre-high Wellington Monument stands in the south-east of Phoenix Park. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, landscape, capital city, architecture, column
PMR-D6559 Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: statue of Oscar Wilde by Danny Osborne, in the corner of Merrion Square, with a statue of his pregnant mother. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, capital city, sculpture
PMR-D6558 Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: statue of Oscar Wilde by Danny Osborne, in the corner of Merrion Square. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, capital city, sculpture
PMR-D6557 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: the Triton Lake with its silver winged horses, which form part of the family coat of arms. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape
PMR-D6556 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: a magnificent landscaped view of Sugarloaf Mountain from the end of the estate. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape
PMR-D6555 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view of the Grotto in the Japanese Garden, created in a dell in 1908 by the 8th Viscount Powerscourt. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, botanic
PMR-D6553 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view of the Japanese Garden, created in a dell in 1908 by the 8th Viscount Powerscourt. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, botanic
PMR-D6552 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: Pepperpot Tower amid a diverse range of foliage. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, trees
PMR-D6551 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: cannons on the castellated parapet of Pepperpot Tower. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape
PMR-D6550 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view from the Pepperpot Tower showing a diverse range of trees. Sugarloaf Mountain in the background. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape
PMR-D6549 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: the Pepperpot Tower, modelled on a favourite pepperpot from Lord Powerscourt's table. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, architecture
PMR-D6548 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: elaborate wrought iron gates to the garden with the mansion in the background. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape
PMR-D6547 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: a colourful flower bed in the top walled garden. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, botanic
PMR-D6546 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view of the house and flowerbeds from the top walled garden. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, botanic
PMR-D6545 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: colourful memorial to Lady Julia, daughter of the 2nd Earl of Leicester, by her son. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape
PMR-D6544 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: a colourful herbacious border in the walled garden. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, botanic
PMR-D6543 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: a diversity of foliage trees reflected in the Dolphin Pool. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape
PMR-D6542 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: mature trees in the 64-square-kilometre estate. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape
PMR-D6541 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view of the mansion and terraces from the Triton Lake. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape
PMR-D6540 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view down the valley from the top terrace with the Sugarloaf Mountain in the distance. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape
PMR-D6538 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the sides of Glendalough Valley are well wooded, with grassland at the bottom. Keywords: historic, heritage, culture, nature, countryside, picturesque
PMR-D6537 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: view of the Upper Lake, on whose shores the original settlement was founded. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, nature, countryside
PMR-D6533 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: information office of the Wicklow Mountains National Park, near the Upper Lake, on the shore of which St. Kevin founded the original settlement. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, cottage, garden
PMR-D6532 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: a birch grove in the park. Keywords: picturesque, trees, copse, wood, woodland, light & shade
PMR-D6531 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: this small church unusually incorporates a round belltower and has acquired the name of "Kevin's Kitchen" or "Kevin's Church". It dates from the 11th century. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval
PMR-D6529 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the ruins of the Cathedral of St Peter and Paul, the largest of the churches at Glendalough, with its 10th century nave. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval
PMR-D6528 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: ruins of the Cathedral of St Peter and Paul, surrounded by gravestones ancient and modern, with the round tower in the background. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval
PMR-D6527 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the round lookout tower, 33 metres high, which has stood unchanged for a thousand years, surrounded by ancient and modern gravestones. The entrance was well above ground level, reached by wooden steps which could be drawn up in the event of attack. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval
PMR-D6526 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the stone church known as "Kevin's Kitchen", with the 33-metre round tower behind. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval
PMR-D6525 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the round lookout tower, 33 metres high, which has stood unchanged for a thousand years. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval
PMR-D6524 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: this small church unusually incorporates a round tower and has acquired the name of "Kevin's Kitchen". Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval
PMR-D6523 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the round lookout tower, 33 metres high, which has stood unchanged for a thousand years, seen from the tiny river Poulanass. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval
PMR-D6521 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: information office of the Wicklow Mountains National Park, near the Upper Lake, on the shore of which St. Kevin founded the original settlement. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, cottage, garden
PMR-D6520 Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: traditional horse-drawn carriage used for showing visitors the local sights. Keywords: historic, heritage, culture, picturesque
PMR-D6510 England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): the Elizabethan mansion at the centre of the gardens was built in 1590. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, architecture
PMR-D6509 England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): bizarre yew-tree roots clasping the rocks on the "Rock Walk" Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, garden, woods
PMR-D6508 England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): bizarre yew-tree roots clasping the rocks on the "Rock Walk" Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, garden, woods
PMR-D6507 England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): Bloomers Valley, which is reverting to flower meadows after years of cultivation. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, ecology, biotope
PMR-D6506 England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): bizarre yew-tree roots clasping the rocks on the "Rock Walk" Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, garden, woods
PMR-D6505 England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): an artistically carved tree stump featuring a leaping fish by a woodland path. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, wood-carving, diversion
PMR-D6504 England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): giant mushrooms, artistically formed from rushes, by a woodland path. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, feature
PMR-D6503 England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): masses of wild flowers in Loder Valley, by Westwood Lake. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house
PMR-D6499 England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): a sika deer, carved in a living cedar tree, by Japanese artist Masa Susuki. Known as "Tachigi-bori", the aim is to recognise each tree's individual spirit without causing damage to the tree itself. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, wood-carving, artistic
PMR-D6498 England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the main facade of Petworth House, former home of the Percy family, Earls of Northumberland, from the grounds. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house
PMR-D6497 England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): view across the lake with landscaped trees by 'Capability' Brown and waterfowl. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house
PMR-D6496 England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the main facade of Petworth House from the grounds. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house
PMR-D6495 England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the end of the lake with reflections of trees. The grounds were landscaped by 'Capability' Brown. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, landscape
PMR-D6494 England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): distant view of the main facade of Petworth House from the end of the lake. The grounds were landscaped by 'Capability' Brown. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house
PMR-D6493 England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the main facade of Petworth House from the lake, with geese in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house
PMR-D6491 England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the main facade of Petworth House, former home of the Percy family, Earls of Northumberland, from the grounds. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house
PMR-D6490 England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): an Ionic rotunda is a feature of the Pleasure Grounds, landscaped by 'Capability Brown'. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house
PMR-D6489 England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): a Doric temple is a feature of the Pleasure Grounds, landscaped by 'Capability Brown'. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, gardens
PMR-D6488 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. Part of the Great Hall from the courtyard; note the "XXL" dog kennel! Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, botanical, mansion, country house, mediaeval
PMR-D6487 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The Tudor-style west wing from the courtyard. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval
PMR-D6486 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The south facade, reflected in the waters of the moat. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, country house, mediaeval, mansion
PMR-D6485 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. View of the house from the south-west, with stone bridge to the main entrance. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, botanical, mansion, country house, mediaeval
PMR-D6484 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. Landscaped pleasure gardens to the north of the house. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval
PMR-D6483 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. A rose terrace, recently introduced into the gardens near the herbacious border. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, botanical, mansion, country house, mediaeval
PMR-D6482 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. A water lily flower on the south lake. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, botanical, mansion, country house, mediaeval
PMR-D6481 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The south facade reflected in the lake, which may once have been a mill pond. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval
PMR-D6480 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The south facade reflected in the lake, which may once have been a mill pond. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, botanical, mansion, country house, mediaeval, ragwort
PMR-D6479 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The east facade with moat and stone bridge. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval
PMR-D6478 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. Part of the east facade, reflected in the water of the moat. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval
PMR-D6477 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. Elizabethan-type chimneys on the south east corner, with the stone bridge over the moat. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval
PMR-D6476 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The renovated south facade, reflected in the moat. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval
PMR-D6456 England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): a carved wooden frog acts as a way-marker on one of the woodland trails. Keywords: picturesque, culture, landscape, artistic, trees
PMR-D6455 England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): herbacious border in the Wall Garden. Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, botanical, flowers, shrubs, landscape
PMR-D6454 England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): herbacious borders in the Wall Garden through a clematis-bedecked archway. Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, botanical, flowers, shrubs, landscape
PMR-D6453 England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): meadowland wth the Arboretum Walk beyond. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, botanical, landscape, trees, view
PMR-D6451 England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): view of the house and ruins across the main lawn, with flower beds in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, botanical, mansion, country house
PMR-D6449 England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): herbacious border in the Wall Garden. Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, botanical, flowers, shrubs, landscape
PMR-D6448 England, Kent, Dover: view of the ferry harbour, with the white cliffs and Dover Castle in the background. Keywords: picturesque, port, ships , boats, jetty, quayside
PMR-D6440 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: rose garden of Weikersheim Palace, former seat of the Hohenlohe family. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, castle, Schloss, flowers
PMR-D6439 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: St. George's Church, built 1419-25, with renaissance and baroque towers added later, viewed from the gateway of the renaissance palace, former seat of the Hohenlohe family. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6438 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: Marktplatz (marketplace) with Milchlingsbrunnen (fountain) with the tower of St. John the Baptist's Minster showing over the Doppelhäuser ("twin buildings"). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order
PMR-D6437 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: Altes Rathaus (the old town hall), built in 1564 by Hochmeister Wolfgang Schutzbar. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order
PMR-D6436 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: Milchlingsbrunnen, a fountain with knight in armour looking towards the Bläser Tower of the Castle of the Knights of the Teutonic Order, from the marketplace. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order
PMR-D6435 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: Marktplatz (marketplace) with Milchlingsbrunnen (fountain) with the tower of St. John the Baptist's Minster showing over the Doppelhäuser ("twin buildings"). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order
PMR-D6434 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: the Bläserturm, at 49 metres, is the highest part of the Castle of the Knights of the Teutonic Order which dates back to the 11th century. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order
PMR-D6433 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: entrance to the Castle of the Knights of the Teutonic Order which dates back to the 11th century. The renaissance entrance gate and tower was built in 1626. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order
PMR-D6432 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: north-east wing of the courtyard of the Castle of the Knights of the Teutonic Order, currently occupied by the Finanzamt (Tax Department). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order
PMR-D6431 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: a corner of the extensive Kur-Park for convalescent patients and health visitors. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order
PMR-D6430 Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: gardens of Brattenstein Castle, a seat of the lords of Hohenlohe until 1345. The courtyard is used every summer (since 1984) for open-air theatre performances. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6429 Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: Zehntscheune (tithe store), part of Brattenstein Castle, a seat of the lords of Hohenlohe until 1345, forms part of the town wall. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6428 Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: part of the intact 470-metre-long north-western defence wall, with the spire of the Catholic parish church, St. Kilian. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6427 Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: Neue Hundeheimer Tor-turm, a tower-gate which now stands inside the town wall, was built in the late 15th century to replace the old tower which still stands next to it. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6426 Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: newly renovated Schweinehirtenturm ("Swineherd's Tower) has timber framework on the inner wall and a hip-roof. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6425 Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: Schneckenturm ("Snail Tower") stands on the northernmost corner of the town wall and commands a view in three directions. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6424 Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: Jakobsturm, one of the oldest of the original 14 defence towers, has been converted into holiday accommodation. From outside the town wall it retains its original appearance. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6423 Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: marketplace with maypole and timber-frame houses Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6422 Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: newly renovated baroque Rathaus (town hall), built in 1750 on the site of the previous building. Over the doorway is the coat of arms of Prince-Bishop Karl Philipp von Greifenclau (1749-54). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6421 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: Museumstrasse, looking towards the marketplace. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6420 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: the Goddess Minerva , atop a column of the fountain (1727), with the former Rathaus (town hall) and the Stiftskirche across the cobbled marketplace. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6419 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: Oberes Tor, the town's northern gate, the only surviving gate. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6418 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: colourful coat of arms on the fountain in the market place. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6416 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: the Herrgottskirche (Church of Our Lord) was built between 1384 and 1389 and is famous as the home of Tilman Riemenschneider's carved masterpiece depicting the Assumption of the Virgin Mary into Heaven. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, woodcarving, gothic, religious
PMR-D6415 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: the Virgin Mary's retable in the Herrgottskirche (Church of Our Lord), a masterpiece of woodcarving by Tilman Riemanschneider (1460-1531) depicting the Assumption of the Virgin Mary into Heaven. The shrine is made of pinewood but the figures are carved in softer limewood. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, gothic, religious, famous, moving, compassion, expressive, artistic
PMR-D6414 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: the high altar in the Herrgottskirche (Church of Our Lord) bears a triptique of the crucifixion dating from the 15th century by an unknown hand. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, woodcarving, gothic, religious
PMR-D6413 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: the high altar in the Herrgottskirche (Church of Our Lord) bears a triptique of the crucifixion dating from the 15th century by an unknown hand. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, woodcarving, gothic, religious
PMR-D6412 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: south view of Lindleinturm (tower) with part of the town wall. The two heated rooms were used as a domestic dwelling until 1993 but it has now been turned into a museum. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6411 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: Lindleinturm (tower) the two heated rooms were used as a domestic dwelling until 1993 but it has now been turned into a museum. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6410 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: a picturesque old timber-frame house, with the tower of the Petruskirche (St. Peter's Church) behind. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6409 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: tower of the protestant Petruskirche (St. Peter's Church). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6408 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: panorama view over the old town with a bush of white roses in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6407 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: "Romschlössle", a three-storey timber-frame mansion dating from 1593, formerly "Haus Weinsberg" now houses the Cultural Centre. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6406 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: fine timber-frame buildings in the old town. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6405 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: timber-frame building, now an Italian Bistro, built onto the Faulturm (tower) and the old town wall. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6404 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: Faulturm (tower) one of the remaining defence towers with built-on timber-frame houses. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6403 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: the old pharmacy, a timber-frame building with a fine oriel on the Hauptstrasse (main street). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6402 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: baroque castle of the Princes of Hohenlohe-Schillingsfürst, now a falconry centre and health resort. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6401 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: a timber-frame house in the old town. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6400 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Dreikönigskapelle (Three Kings Chapel) dates back to before 1378. Today it houses a memorial to victims of the NAZI regime. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6399 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Segringer Tor, the town's western gate, was destroyed by Swedish troops in 1648 and rebuilt in baroque style in 1655 Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6398 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: tower of St. George's Minster from the Market Place. The red building on the left is the Weinmarkt, where visiting royalty used to be accommodated. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6397 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: wrought iron sign on Nördlingen Strasse with vine motif. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6396 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: wrought-iron sign on the Hotel Gasthaus Goldene Krone. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6395 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: fountain on Nördlinger Strasse. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, cobblestones
PMR-D6394 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Nördlinger Tor, the town's southern gate, with the town mill (right) dating from 1378 and fortified, being outside the town wall. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6393 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Nördlinger Tor, the town's southern gate (right centre), with the town mill (right) dating from 1378 and fortified, being outside the town wall. The round defence tower (Salwarten Turm) is part of the town wall. The allotments in the foreground are let to the socially needy. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6392 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Wörnitz Tor, the town's eastern gate and oldest of the four town gates. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6391 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Wörnitz Tor, the town's eastern gate and oldest of the four town gates. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6390 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Spitalanlage (hospice area), dating from 1280. The large timber-frame building is the former orphage. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6389 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: renaissance gable-houses on Dr. Martin-Luther Strasse. The one at the far end, painted red, is the "Weinmarkt", where visiting royalty used to be accommodated. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6388 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: the park warden's house, in the north-western corner of the town wall, on the Rothenburg Pool. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6387 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Rothenburger Tor, the town's north gate, dates from about 1390. The barbican in front of the tower was added in 16th century. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6386 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: cobbled streets and burgher houses in the old town, with one of the defence towers on the town wall in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6385 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: cobbled streets and burgher houses in the old town. All trading names must be written in "gothic" script. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6384 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: renaissance gable-houses on Dr. Martin-Luther Strasse. The one on the left, painted red, is the "Weinmarkt", where visiting royalty used to be accommodated. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6383 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: "Deutsches Haus" , a fine timber framed house in renaissance style, is the ancestral home of the Counts of Drechsel-Deufstetten. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6382 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: tables and benches for the consumption of beer and sausages fill the market square during the Volksfest. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, beer festival, revelry, celebration, open-air
PMR-D6381 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: west facade of the Stiftskirche (Collegiate Church) which owes its origin to Charlemagne according to legend. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6380 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: St. John's Church, sited alongside the Stiftskirche, is also protestant and is also romanesque in parts. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6379 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: the romanesque portal of the Stiftskirche (Collegiate Church) showing the Norman-style zig-zag decoration. !5th century frescoes are visible in the porch. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6378 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: west facade of the Stiftskirche (Collegiate Church) showing the romanesque portal. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6377 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: nave of the Stiftskirche (Collegiate Church), the older parts of which are romanesque style, with the large 15th century cross on the altar . Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, vaulting, gothic
PMR-D6376 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: tables and benches for the consumption of beer and sausages line the cobbled streets during the Volksfest. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, beer festival, revelry, celebration, open-air
PMR-D6375 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: the Goddess Minerva , atop a column of the fountain (1727), surveys the marketplace, filled with revellers enjoying the beer during the Volksfest. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, beer festival, revelry, celebration, open-air
PMR-D6374 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: gabled facades on the main street, Dr. Martin-Luther Strasse, with Rothenburg Gate in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6343 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Karwendel Mountains reflected in the waters of the Lautersee. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D6336 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: nave of St. George's Minster, a fine example of a gothic hall church, was built between 1448 and 1499 to plans of Nikolaus Eseler, who was active in this part of the country. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, vaulting, stone-carving
PMR-D6335 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: the carved stone font is contemporary with the building of St. George's Minster, in the 15th century. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, artistry
PMR-D6334 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: the gothic High Altar (with crucifixion scene 1490 AD) in St. George's Minster, is thought to be the work of a Bamberg master. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, woodcarving, art
PMR-D6333 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: the gothic St. Sebastian's altar (1520 AD) in St. George's Minster, was the goal of many pilgrims in the 17th century. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, woodcarving, art
PMR-D6332 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: the gothic Holy Trinity altar (1500 AD) in St. George's Minster, was the goal of many pilgrims in the 17th century. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, woodcarving, art
PMR-D6331 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: half-timbered houses in Lange Gasse, with guitar-maker's shop in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6330 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: town wall with Faulturm (defence tower) and Park-keeper's House, reflected in the Rothenburger Pool. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6329 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Nördlinger Tor, the southern town gate, dates from about 1400, and is crowned by a later step-gable. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6328 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Bäuerlinsturm, a defence tower on the eastern town wall dating from 16th century. Close-up of the living quarters with steeply hipped roof. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6327 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Bäuerlinsturm, a defence tower on the eastern town wall dating from 16th century. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6326 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: row of gabled facades in Nördlinger Strasse. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6325 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: former "Golden Angel" Brewery, now a hotel, in Nördlinger Strasse, with the tower of St. George's Minster in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6324 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: view from the tower of St. George's Minster with St. Paul's protestant church, built 1840-3, in the centre. A number of defence towers on the town wall are visible. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, panorama
PMR-D6323 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: view from the tower of St. George's Minster with Rothenburg Gate Tower and yellow tower of the hospital church. Plastic jackdaws perch on the rail of the viewing gallery! Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, panorama
PMR-D6322 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: storks' nest with 4 young on a rooftop, under permanent watch from CCTV camera. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Cicconia cicconia, birds, ornithology
PMR-D6321 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: romanesque doorway with flanking lions in St. George's Minster. Apart from the tower, the minster is late gothic. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6320 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: gabled houses on the Market Place, adjoining the Minster. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6319 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: a horse-drawn carriage taking visitors through the Market Place. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, cobblestones
PMR-D6318 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: wrought iron sign on the Hotel Piazza on Segringer Strasse. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6317 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: gabled houses lining Segringer Strasse, with the tower of the Minster in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, cobblestones
PMR-D6316 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: view of the town wall and defence tower ("Grüner Turm") from the Segringer Gate. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6315 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Segringer Tor, the western town gate, was destroyed by the Swedes in 1648 and rebuilt in baroque style in 1655. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, cobblestones
PMR-D6314 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Luis Hezelhof Hotel on Segringer Strasse. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, cobblestones
PMR-D6313 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Market Place and Lion Fountain with Wörnitz Tor, the eastern town gate, in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, cobblestones
PMR-D6312 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: timber-framed houses on the island in the River Wörnitz. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6311 Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: town wall with Faulturm (defence tower) and Park-keeper's House, reflected in the Rothenburger Pool. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6310 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Wallerstein: entrance to Wallerstein Castle and brewery. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, beer, tradition
PMR-D6309 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Wallerstein: Wallerstein Brewery, owned by the House of Oettingen-Wallerstein for generations, near the family castle. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, beer, tradition
PMR-D6308 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Wallerstein: view from Castle Rock, a rocky outcrop, with lilac blossom in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6307 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Wallerstein: view from Castle Rock, a rocky outcrop, with lilac blossom in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6306 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Wallerstein: Pest or Marian column, erected as thanksgiving for the passing of the plague. One of only three examples in Germany, (but frequently found in Austria). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6304 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Deininger Gate from the top of "Daniel", the tower of St. Georges Church. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, panorama
PMR-D6303 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: Deininger Strasse and Gate from the top of "Daniel", the tower of St. Georges Church. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, panorama
PMR-D6302 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Löpsinger Gate, from the top of "Daniel", the tower of St. Georges Church. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6301 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: Rathaus (town hall) , from the top of "Daniel", the tower of St. Georges Church. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6300 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: view from "Daniel", the tower of St Georges Church, showing Schäffflesmarkt, Brettermarkt, Reimlinger Strasse and Gate, and, outside the wall, Augsburger Strasse. The line of the town wall is clearly to be seen. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, panorama
PMR-D6299 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: St. Georges Church, built 1427-1505 in late gothic style. View of the nave. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fan vaulting
PMR-D6298 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: St. Georges Church, built 1427-1505 in late gothic style. The carved stone pulpit (Augsburg 1499) shows the four evangelists and their symbols. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, artwork
PMR-D6297 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: St. Georges Church, built 1427-1505 in late gothic style. The side organ, mounted above a renaissance organ screen, was destroyed by fire in 1974, but has been partially rebuilt. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, music, musical instruments
PMR-D6296 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: cafe tables in the Market Place, with the Rathaus (town hall), the oldest stone building in the town, in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, geology
PMR-D6295 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: tower of St. Georges Church, known as "Daniel", 90 metres high, also used as watchtower, was manned day and night, against outbreaks of fire and enemy attack. Pink cherry blossom in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6294 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: tower of St. Georges Church, known as "Daniel", 90 metres high, also used as watchtower, was manned day and night, against outbreaks of fire and enemy attack. A fine view of the town may be had by climbing the 360 steps to the gallery near the top. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6293 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Berger Tor, dating from 1362, the western gate to the town, guarded the road from Ulm. View from the town wall. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6292 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Berger Tor, dating from 1362, the western gate to the town, guarded the road from Ulm. View from the town wall. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6291 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: tower of St. Georges Church, known as "Daniel", 90 metres high, also used as watchtower, was manned day and night, against outbreaks of fire and enemy attack. View from the defenders' gallery on the town wall, with cherry trees in blossom. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6290 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Feilturm or Schuldturm was a defence tower dating back to the 14th century. It may have been used as a prison. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6289 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the round Reissturm was a defence tower, first mentionned in 1406, but was remodelled in 1644. It is crowned with a "floating Welsh cupola". Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6288 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Reimlinger Tor, the southern town gate, is the oldest of the town's gates, dating from the early 14th century. It guarded the trade route to Augsburg. The town's coat of arms is emblazoned above the archway. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6287 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: Deininger Tor, the town's south-east gate acquired its present form in 1517. View from the defenders' gallery on the town wall. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6286 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: a long stretch of the defenders' gallery on the town wall, with houses built onto the inner wall. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6285 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Löpsinger Tor, the north-eastern town gate, dates originally from ca. 1388 but was rebuilt in 1592 in the style of the Deininger Gate. It guarded the trade route to Nuremberg. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6284 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: part of the defenders' gallery on the town wall near the Löpsinger Gate, with an unusual defence tower. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6283 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Löpsinger Tor, the north-eastern town gate, dates originally from ca. 1388 but was rebuilt in 1592 in the style of the Deininger Gate. It guarded the trade route to Nuremberg. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6282 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: defenders' gallery on the town wall, with the only "pointed defence tower". Nördlingen is the only German town with an unbroken town wall which one can circumambulate. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6281 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: house number 7, Weinmarkt, the former "Gasthaus Engel" with new baroque facade dated 1882. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6280 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: a row of fine gabled burgher houses, facing onto the Weinmarkt. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6279 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Rathaus (town hall), the oldest stone building in the town. The fine stone stairway was added in 1618 and is built with "suevite", a stone formed by sintering after meteoric impacts. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, geology
PMR-D6278 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Berger Tor, dating from 1362, the western gate to the town, guarded the road from Ulm. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6277 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: tower of St. Georges Church, known as "Daniel", 90 metres high, also used as watchtower, was manned day and night, against outbreaks of fire and enemy attack. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6276 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Hafenmarkt (former pottery market). The building with yellow window frames is the "Klösterle" named after a Barefoot Monastery, first mentioned in 1243. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6275 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: a row of gabled facades on Löpsinger Strasse. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6274 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: Deininger Tor, the town's south-east gate acquired its present form in 1517. View from Deininger Strasse. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6273 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: gabled houses on Schrannenstrasse, with the old Schranne (cornstore)(red building) at the end. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6272 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: Baldinger Tor (1376), the northern town gate and most modest of the five gates. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6271 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: Nördlinger Gate, with the 400-year-old St. Barbara's Church up the hill. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6270 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: gabled facades with the galleried town hall (Rathaus) on the right. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6269 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the town well, dressed with Easter eggs. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6268 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the coat of arms of Silesia in the cobbled main street. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6267 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: peaceful scene with reflections in the River Wörnitz. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6266 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: peaceful scene with reflections in the River Wörnitz. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6265 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the weir on the River Wörnitz with the 400-year-old St. Barbara's Church in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6264 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: view of the village from the stone bridge with reflections in the River Wörnitz. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6263 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the old stone bridge over the River Wörnitz. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6262 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the ramparts, with the River Wörnitz and the old town of Harburg with its original stone bridge. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6261 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the ramparts, with the River Wörnitz and the old town of Harburg with its original stone bridge. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6260 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the ramparts, with the River Wörnitz, the town of Harburg, and the main road which tunnels through the hill below. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6259 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the south-west. View over the defenders' gallery of the surrounding countryside. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6258 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. The stucco figure of Pax (peace) faces the figure of Mars (war) at opposite ends of the great hall. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6257 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. The stucco figure of Mars (war) faces the figure of Pax (peace) at opposite ends of the great hall. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6256 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the Burgvogtei (admin), eintrance to the inner courtyard with portcullis, White Tower, defenders' gallery and wellhouse, with herb garden in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6255 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the defenders' gallery, former bakery with its own tower and wellhouse. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6254 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the portcullis, White Tower, defenders' gallery and wellhouse. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6253 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. A closer view of the defenders' gallery. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6252 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. The Burgvogtei (administration) on the left, with the chapel and Palas (living quarters) on the far side of the courtyard. The open-air restaurant is in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6251 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the herb garden, the keep and Kastenhaus (grain store) from the defenders' gallery. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6250 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the White Tower and the gatekeeper's house, from the herb garden. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6249 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the inner gate with its portcullis, the defenders' gallery, the White Tower and the present-day restaurant. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6248 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the ramparts, with the River Wörnitz, the town of Harburg, and the main road which tunnels through the hill below. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6247 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. The herb garden, in the inner courtyard. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6246 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. "Rote Stallung", the former stables. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6245 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the keep/watchtower, the oldest part of the fortress, with a bastion in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6244 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the inner courtyard with wellhouse in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6243 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the south-west. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6242 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the south-west. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6241 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the south-west. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence
PMR-D6240 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: the carillon on the town hall gable was acquired in 1986 to celebrate the building's 750-year anniversary. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, glockenspiel, bells, finials
PMR-D6239 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: view of the former Benedictine Monastery, dating back to the 11th century. It acquired its present appearance in 1747. Note the stork's nest on the right hand end of the roof. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6238 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: reflections of the Riedl Gate in the waters of the River Wörnitz arm. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6237 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: view of the Färbeltorl , one of 18 towers originally built into the town wall, is now used for exhibitions. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6236 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: wine bar on the Kronengasse. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6235 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: the Rathaus (town hall) dates from 1236 but acquired its present appearance, with step-gable and finials after reconstruction in 1853. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6234 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: view of the bottom half of Reichsstrasse, with the Rathaus (town hall) , dating from 1236, at the end. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6233 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: the eagle fountain (Reichsstadtbrunnen) at the top of Reichsstrasse was erected in 1977 to commemorate the town's 1000-year jubilee. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, munoment
PMR-D6232 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: the eagle fountain (Reichsstadtbrunnen) at the top of Reichsstrasse was erected in 1977 to commemorate the town's 1000-year jubilee. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, munoment
PMR-D6231 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: renaissance oriel at the top of Reichsstrasse, with the tower of the 15th century parish church on the right and the "Tanzhaus" further down the street. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6230 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: facades on the main street, Reichsstrasse. The highest step-gable is the "Tanzhaus" which houses a 600-seat theatre and restaurant. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6229 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: Rieder Tor, the sole remaining town gate of the original four, acquired its present form in 1811. It is home to the town museum. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6228 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: path alongside the town wall and the arm of the River Wörnitz with the Färbertorl, a mediaeval defence tower, in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6227 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: Rieder Tor, the sole remaining town gate, with bridge over the River Wörnitz to Ried Island. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6226 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Friedberg: the castle, dating from 1257, but largely rebuilt in 16th century. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Swabia
PMR-D6225 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Friedberg: the castle, dating from 1257, but largely rebuilt in 16th century. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Swabia
PMR-D6224 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Friedberg: the main square with Madonna fountain commemorating the Plague (1600). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Swabia
PMR-D6223 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Friedberg: Rathaus (town hall) built ca. 1680 by a disciple of Elias Holl in baroque style. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Swabia
PMR-D6222 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Friedberg: tower of the parish church, St. Jakob, built 1871-2. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Swabia
PMR-D6204 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: the former Benedictine Abbey of St Ulrich and St. Afra dating from the 10th century (this building ca. 1500) at the end of Maximilianstrasse, with some fine burgher house facades. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6203 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: the former Benedictine Abbey of St Ulrich and St. Afra dating from the 10th century (this building ca. 1500) at the end of Maximilianstrasse, with some fine burgher house facades and the bronze renaissance Hercules fountain. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6202 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: renaissance bronze statue of Mercury, one of three commissioned for the 1500th anniversary of the cit's foundation. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, monument
PMR-D6201 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia Augsburg: the Perlachturm, originally built as a watchtower in the 10th century, is 70 metres high and has a viewing platform near the top. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6200 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: the historic Rathaus (town hall) built by Elias Holl between 1615 and 1624 in renaissance style. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6199 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: barrel organ player. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, culture, hurdy gurdy, street music
PMR-D6198 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: statue of Hans Jakob Fugger, an influential financier and philanthropist (1516-75). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, monuments
PMR-D6197 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Mering: open-air cafe near the market square and a baroque burgher house. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6196 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Mering: the market square, with St. Michael's church in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6195 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Mering: parish church of St Michael's, dating from 1789. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6194 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the weir on the River Lech, backed by a row of gabled houses and overlooked by the former Jesuit grammar school and church. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6193 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the weir on the River Lech backed by a row of gabled houses and overlooked by the former Jesuit grammar school and church. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6192 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: Mutterturm, built of tuff stone as an atelier by Hubert von Herkomer in 1844. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6191 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: Mutterturm, built of tuff stone as an atelier by Hubert von Herkomer in 1844. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6190 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: Sandauertor, the northern gateway to the town, rebuilt in renaissance style after the 30-Years War. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6189 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: Sandauertor, the northern gateway to the town, rebuilt in renaissance style after the 30-Years War, with adjacent facades. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6188 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the former Jesuit grammar school (yellow building) is now the town museum. Behind, the Church of the Holy Cross, of the former Jesuit college. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6187 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: part of the old town wall, with one of the defence towers. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6186 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: footpath alongside the town wall, with new spring foliage on the trees. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6185 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: part of the old town wall, with spring daffodils in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6184 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: Bayertor, the later east gate to the town, built in 1425, with painted facade. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6183 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: part of the old town wall with one of the crenellated defence towers. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6182 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: Schmalzturm or Schöner Turm, the original east gate to the town, rebuilt in the 15th century. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6181 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: main square with the town hall facade, Madonna fountain (Joseph Streiter, 1783), and clocktower of the parish church. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6180 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: historic Rathaus (town hall) with a baroque facade with stucco-work by Dominikus Zimmernann (1719). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6179 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: parish church, built in 15th century in gothic style, the interior later converted to baroque. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6178 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: open air cafe with the former salt warehouse behind. Salt was a principal source of the town's wealth. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR-D6177 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: part of the old town with footbridge over the millstream. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR-D6176 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the weir on the River Lech, built in 14th century to provide a mill stream. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR-D6175 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Eibsee (lake) with the snow-covered Ammergauer Alps in the background, from the Zugspitz cable car. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D6174 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view south from the summit of the Zugspitze (2962 metres) with Mount Hohe Munde and the Inn Valley, and the Marmolada in the Dolomites on the horizon. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste, snow
PMR-D6173 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view of the Marmolada, at 3343 metres, the highest mountain in the Dolomites in Italy, from the summit of the Zugsptze (2962 metres) in Germany. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste, snow
PMR-D6172 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, looking down on the "White Valley", with Mount Hohe Munde and the Inn Valley in the middle distance. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste
PMR-D6171 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view of the summit house and weather station on the Zugsptze (2962 metres) with the summit cross on the right. From the Sonnalpin Centre, connected by the approaching cable car to the summit. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste
PMR-D6170 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier, looking towards the "Wetterwandeck". Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste, snow
PMR-D6169 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, looking down on the "White Valley". Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste
PMR-D6168 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier, looking towards the "Wetterwandeck", with a skier in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste, snow
PMR-D6167 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier, looking towards the "Wetterwandeck". Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste, snow
PMR-D6166 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, looking down on the "White Valley". Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste
PMR-D6165 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps and the Inn Valley in the background, looking down on the "White Valley". Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste
PMR-D6164 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, looking down on the "White Valley". Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste
PMR-D6163 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, with the Sonnalpin Centre and Chapel in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste
PMR-D6162 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, looking down the "White Valley", from the summit, 2962 metres high. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste
PMR-D6161 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, looking south towards Italy, from the summit, 2962 metres high. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste
PMR-D6158 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Eibsee (lake) with the snow-covered Ammergauer Alps in the background, from the Zugspitze cable car. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D6157 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Eibsee (lake) with the snow-covered Ammergauer Alps in the background, from the Zugspitze cable car. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D6141 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, reedbeds, nature reserve
PMR-D6140 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg, with copper beech trees coming into leaf. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, nature reserve
PMR-D6139 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg, with copper beech trees coming into leaf. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, reedbeds, colourful, nature reserve
PMR-D6138 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, meadows, island, nature reserve
PMR-D6137 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee with reedbeds, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, trees, conifers, nature reserve
PMR-D6136 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, reeds, nature reserve
PMR-D6134 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: a buttercup meadow with lilac blossom form a colourful combination. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, wildflowers, trees, nature reserve
PMR-D6133 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: northern end of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, meadow, trees, reeds
PMR-D6132 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope
PMR-D6131 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: a mature oak tree (Quercus robur) near the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, botany
PMR-D6130 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: a lake with jetty for swimmers, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, post-glacial, moraine
PMR-D6128 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garching: a former gravel pit, now a re-landscaped lake. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, relections, spring, foliage, ecology, biotope
PMR-D6122 England, West Sussex, Shoreham: Lancing College Chapel was completed in 1875 in neo-Gothic style on the orders of the Revd. Nathaniel Woodard, founder of the college. Architects were R.Herbert Carpenter and William Slater. The south-west window commemorating Father Trevor Huddleston, designed and made by Mel Howse Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stained glass
PMR-D6121 England, West Sussex, Shoreham: Lancing College Chapel was completed in 1875 in neo-Gothic style on the orders of the Revd. Nathaniel Woodard, founder of the college. Architects were R.Herbert Carpenter and William Slater. View of the nave, looking east. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, flying buttresses
PMR-D6120 England, West Sussex, Shoreham: Lancing College Chapel was completed in 1875 in neo-Gothic style on the orders of the Revd. Nathaniel Woodard, founder of the college. Architects were R.Herbert Carpenter and William Slater. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, flying buttresses
PMR-D6119 England, West Sussex, Shoreham: Lancing College Chapel was completed in 1875 in neo-Gothic style on the orders of the Revd. Nathaniel Woodard, founder of the college. Architects were R.Herbert Carpenter and William Slater. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, flying buttresses
PMR-D6118 England, West Sussex, Shoreham: Lancing College Chapel was completed in 1875 in neo-Gothic style on the orders of the Revd. Nathaniel Woodard, founder of the college. Architects were R.Herbert Carpenter and William Slater. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, flying buttresses
PMR-D6097 England, West Sussex, Shoreham: estuary of the River Adur, with St. Nicolas' Church, dating back to Anglo-Saxon origins. On the left is the footbridge spanning the river. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Norman, boats, harbour, port, fishing
PMR-D6096 England, West Sussex, Shoreham: estuary of the River Adur at low tide, with sailing boats on the mud flats. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Norman, boats, harbour, port, fishing, reflections
PMR-D6095 England, West Sussex, Shoreham: estuary of the River Adur, with St. Nicolas' Church, dating back to Anglo-Saxon origins. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Norman, boats, harbour, port, fishing
PMR-D6094 England, West Sussex, Bramber: the Parish Church was built by William de Broase in 1073 as part of his castle residences and defences. To the left stands the ruin of the gatehouse of Bramber Castle, built abiut the same time. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Norman
PMR-D6093 England, West Sussex, Bramber: the ruined gatehouse tower of a Norman Motte-and-Bailey Castle built by William de Broase about 1070 as part of his castle residences and defences Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Norman
PMR-D6092 England, West Sussex, Bramber: the Parish Church was built by William de Broase in 1073 as part of his castle residences and defences Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Norman
PMR-D6091 England, West Sussex, Midhurst: old timber frame houses. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D6089 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: the Abbey Hotel. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D6087 England, Worcestershire, Croome: the church, in the grounds of Croome Court (National Trust) was erected 1763 to complete the landscape envisaged by "Capability" Brown. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, countryside, meadow, shrubbery
PMR-D6086 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: the old town gate, with the Abbey Hotel on the right. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D6085 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. View from the south, where the cloisters formerly stood. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine
PMR-D6084 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. The font, which has an early Norman bowl. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine
PMR-D6083 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. West window, given by Richard of Gloucester ca. 1480. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine
PMR-D6082 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. The magnificent 15th century East Window. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine, stained glass
PMR-D6081 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. The nave, looking east. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine
PMR-D6080 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: the old town gate, adjacent to the priory. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D6079 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. View from the south, where the cloisters formerly stood. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine
PMR-D6078 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. View from the south-west. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine
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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D5416a Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: summit cross of Mount Seeberg (1538 metres), with Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres) in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D5416 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the village with Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres) behind, from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D5414 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres) with cable car station, hostelry and chapel, from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D1242 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. View of the monastery and village from a lookout above Hepo Ri. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1240 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. View from Hepo Ri Hill, a revered spot. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D5786 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the village of Schliersee reflected in the calm waters of Lake Schlier, seen from the promenade. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful, fallen leaves, long shadows
PMR-D5785 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the village of Schliersee reflected in the calm waters of Lake Schlier, seen from the promenade. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful, fallen leaves, long shadows
PMR-D5784 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the village of Schliersee reflected in the calm waters of Lake Schlier. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful
PMR-D5783 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Birkenstein: view from Mount Birkenstein, above the Kesselalm hut (1285 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D5781 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: church with onion dome, the graveyard, and war memorial. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful, cemetery
PMR-D5780 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: the parish church with large onion dome and trees in autumn foliage. Keywords: picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful, architecture
PMR-D5779 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: the parish church with large onion dome, the maypole, and trees in autumn foliage. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fallen leaves, fall, geraniums, Golden October, colourful
PMR-D5778 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: parish church, with the peak of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres) in the background. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geraniums, colourful
PMR-D5755 Turkey: sailing boat "Bahriyeli" in the Aegean Sea near the Island of Astypalaia during a force 6 Meltemi wind. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, turbulence, choppy sea, waves
PMR-D5753 Turkey, Mugla: mountainous scenery as seen from the aircraft on the approach to Bodrum. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, countryside, nature, rocky
PMR-D5743 Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. Plants and palm trees in the well-tended gardens, with the keep in the background. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture
PMR-D5742 Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. The keep, flying the Turkish flag. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture
PMR-D5741 Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. View of the fortifications from the keep. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture
PMR-D5740 Turkey, Marmoris: three of the fleet of "Bahriyeli" sailing boats at their home berths. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture
PMR-D5739 Turkey, Marmoris: viiew of the main jetty, with assorted pleasure craft offering sea trips, from the castle walls. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture
PMR-D5738 Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. View along the defence walls, with a display of wine amphorae under the red roof. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture
PMR-D5737 Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. View of the keep and castle gardens from the walls. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture
PMR-D5736 Turkey, Marmoris: view of the yachts, moored on the quayside, from the castle walls. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, culture
PMR-D5735 Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. Gardens in the enclosed courtyard. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture
PMR-D5734 Turkey, Marmoris: yachts and pleasure cruise boats moored on the quayside, with the town rising behind. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, culture
PMR-D5733 Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. Red fishing boat, moored on the quayside, in the foreground. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture
PMR-D5732 Turkey, Bozburun: hibiscus flowers on the promenade with mosque and minaret in the background. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5731 Turkey, Bozburun: view of the harbour with sailing ship "Bahriyeli". Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, reflections
PMR-D5730 Turkey, Bozburun: view of the harbour with mosque and minaret in the background. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, reflections
PMR-D5729 Turkey, Bozburun: view of the harbour with rows of moored yachts and fishing boats. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, reflections
PMR-D5728 Turkey, Bozburun: view of the harbour with mosque and minaret in the background. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5727 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: Orthodox church on the headland between the two bays. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, island hopping, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D5726 Greece, Island of Symi: classical facades on the quayside at Gialos. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, colourful, boats
PMR-D5725 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: Orthodox church and belltower dominate the headland between the two bays. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, island hopping, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D5719 Greece, Island of Amorgos: Agios Panteleimon overlooks the entrance to the bay and is seen by every boat entering the harbour. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful, architecture, church, Orthodox
PMR-D5716 Greece, Island of Amorgos: view of the port of Katapola and its bay. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, Cyclades, panorama
PMR-D5715 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa, built into the cliffs in the year 1088 by the Byzantine Emperor Alexis Komnenus. It houses several churches and more than 100 rooms. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, architecture, Orthodox, monks, isolated
PMR-D5714 Greece, Island of Amorgos: view of the steep coast from the path up to the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5713 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa, built into the cliffs in the year 1088 by the Byzantine Emperor Alexis Komnenus. It houses several churches and more than 100 rooms. View from the path up the cliffside. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, architecture, Orthodox, monks, isolated
PMR-D5712 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa, built into the cliffs in the year 1088 by the Byzantine Emperor Alexis Komnenus. It houses several churches and more than 100 rooms. View from the path up the cliffside. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, architecture, Orthodox, monks, isolated
PMR-D5711 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa, built into the cliffs in the year 1088 by the Byzantine Emperor Alexis Komnenus. It houses several churches and more than 100 rooms. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, architecture, Orthodox, monks, isolated
PMR-D5710 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa, built into the cliffs in the year 1088 by the Byzantine Emperor Alexis Komnenus. It houses several churches and more than 100 rooms. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, architecture, Orthodox, monks, isolated
PMR-D5709 Greece, Island of Amorgos: path down to the coast and monastery from the hilltop village of Chora, 300 metres above the sea. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5708 Greece, Island of Amorgos: a typical street in the hilltop village of Chora, 300 metres above the harbour, with its dazzling white houses. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful, architecture
PMR-D5707 Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Venetian fortification, Apano Kastro, built in 1290, rises above the centre of the hilltop village of Chora, 300 metres above the harbour. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful, architecture
PMR-D5706 Greece, Island of Amorgos: pavement cafe in the hilltop village of Chora, 300 metres above the harbour. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful, architecture
PMR-D5705 Greece, Island of Amorgos: ornate belltower of one of the older Orthodox churches in Katapola. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful, architecture
PMR-D5704 Greece, Island of Amorgos: early morning view of the twin belltowers and dome of the Orthodox church at Katapola. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful, architecture
PMR-D5703 Greece, Island of Amorgos: early morning view of the harbour and moored fishing boats at Katapola. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful
PMR-D5702 Greece, Island of Amorgos: early morning view of the harbour and moored fishing boats at Katapola. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful
PMR-D5701 Greece, Island of Amorgos: early morning view of the harbour and moored sailing boats at Katapola. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful
PMR-D5700 Greece, Island of Milos: sailing ship "Bahriyeli" leaving the coastal cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, boats
PMR-D5699 Greece, Island of Milos: the bizarre volcanic rock formations in the sea at Arkoudes resemble threatening sea monsters. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, geology, vulcanism, fantasy
PMR-D5698 Greece, Island of Milos: the bizarre volcanic rock formations in the sea at Arkoudes resemble threatening sea monsters. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, geology, vulcanism, fantasy
PMR-D5697 Greece, Island of Milos: colourful fishermen's cottages at Klima. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, dwellings
PMR-D5696 Greece, Island of Milos: sailing ship Bahriyeli leaving the harbour of Adamas, with the town in the background. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, fenders
PMR-D5694 Greece, Island of Milos: sailing ship Bahriyeli in the harbour of Adamas, with the town in the background. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, fenders
PMR-D5693 Greece, Island of Milos: belltower and the little Orthodox church, overlooking the bay at Provatas on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful
PMR-D5692 Greece, Island of Milos: belltower of the Orthodox church, overlooking the bay at Provatas on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful
PMR-D5691 Greece, Island of Milos: view of the beach and headland at Provatas, on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing, volcanic
PMR-D5690 Greece, Island of Milos: a secluded rocky cove with ideal bathing beach at Provatas, on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing, peaceful, tranquil
PMR-D5689 Greece, Island of Milos: beach houses at Provatas, on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing
PMR-D5688 Greece, Island of Milos: the beach at Provatas, on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing
PMR-D5687 Greece, Island of Milos: view of the beach and headland at Provatas, on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing
PMR-D5686 Greece, Island of Milos: the port of Adamas, from the harbour, with fishing boat in the foreground. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5685 Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: view of the beach and the town across the bay. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful, sand, bathing
PMR-D5684 Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: vivid bougainvillea flowers against the blue sky. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D5683 Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: the jetty, with small boat moorings. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful, port, harbour
PMR-D5682 Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: view of the port from across the bay, with fishing boat in the foreground. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D5681 Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: steps down to the promenade. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D5680 Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: fishing boats moored to the jetty. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful, port, harbour
PMR-D5679 Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: the jetty, with small boat moorings, from a waterside restaurant. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful, port, harbour
PMR-D5678 Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: the jetty, with small boat moorings. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful, port, harbour
PMR-D5672 Greece, Island of Milos: open air restaurant overlooking the harbour at Mandrakia, with the white cliffs of Sarakiniko in the distance. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful
PMR-D5671 Greece, Island of Milos: fishing boat returning to Mandrakia, dwarfed by a volcanic cliff. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, Geology, vulcanism
PMR-D5670 Greece, Island of Milos: the volcanic rocks at Mandrakia form bizarre shapes and colours.. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, geology, vulcanism
PMR-D5669 Greece, Island of Milos: the belltower of the church at Mandrakia, a fishing village. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, architecture
PMR-D5668 Greece, Island of Milos: the outer harbour at Mandrakia, a fishing village. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, boats
PMR-D5667 Greece, Island of Milos: the tiny inner harbour at Mandrakia, a fishing village, with its gaily painted steps. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful
PMR-D5666 Greece, Island of Milos: the tiny inner harbour at Mandrakia, a fishing village, with its gaily painted steps. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful
PMR-D5665 Greece, Island of Milos: the tiny inner harbour at Mandrakia, a fishing village. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, boats
PMR-D5664 Greece, Island of Milos: the tiny inner harbour at Mandrakia, a fishing village. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, boats
PMR-D5663 Greece, Island of Milos: the tiny inner harbour at Mandrakia, a fishing village. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, boats
PMR-D5662 Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5661 Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, are popular with bathers and sun-worshippers. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, swimming, sunbathing, colourful, sun trap, paddling, cliffs
PMR-D5660 Greece, Island of Milos: picnickers enjoying the shade of a solitary tree among the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5659 Greece, Island of Milos: the spectacular White Canyon, formed of brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, with one of the caves used by the pirates who took over the island briefly, around 1580. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, lair
PMR-D5658 Greece, Island of Milos: the spectacular White Canyon, formed of brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5657 Greece, Island of Milos: the spectacular White Canyon, formed of brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5656 Greece, Island of Milos: the spectacular White Canyon, formed of brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5654 Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes, as in the case of these cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5653 Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Some succulunt plants manage to survive in these barren conditions. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5652 Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, are popular with bathers and sun-worshippers. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, swimming, sunbathing, colourful, sun trap, paddling, cliffs
PMR-D5651 Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Some succulunt plants manage to survive in these barren conditions. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5650 Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5649 Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5648 Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5647 Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, are popular with bathers and sun-worshippers. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, swimming, sunbathing, colourful
PMR-D5646 Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5645 Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5644 Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5643 Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5642 Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5641 Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5640 Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5639 Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, are popular with bathers and sun-worshippers. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, swimming, sunbathing, colourful
PMR-D5638 Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5637 Greece, Island of Milos: the port of Adamas, from the harbour, with fishing boat in the foreground. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5627 Greece, Island of Milos: view of the bay and natural harbour from the hillside above, with opuntia cactus in the foreground. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5626 Greece, Island of Milos: yachts in the harbour of Adamas, reflected in the water. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5625 Greece, Island of Milos: the port of Adamas, reflected in the waters of the harbour, with its rows of moored yachts. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5624 Greece, Island of Milos: the port of Adamas, reflected in the waters of the harbour, with its rows of moored yachts. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5623 Greece, Island of Milos: the port of Adamas, reflected in the waters of the harbour, with its rows of moored yachts. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5622 Greece, Island of Milos: the twin towers and dome of the Orthodox church of Tripiti, lit by the setting sun. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5621 Greece, Island of Milos: view of the port of Adamas from above. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5620 Greece, Island of Milos: the town of Tripiti, spread along the ridge, with the colourful fishermen's houses in the village of Klima, at the foot of the hill. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5619 Greece, Island of Milos: the town of Tripiti, spread along the ridge, with the colourful fishermen's houses in the village of Klima, at the foot of the hill. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5618 Greece, Island of Milos: part of the town of Tripiti, one of whose churches surmounts the hill. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5617 Greece, Island of Milos: rising abruptly from the sea, this volcanic rock formation at Glaronissia on the north coast is visible from afar. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism
PMR-D5616 Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5615 Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5614 Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5613 Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5612 Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5611 Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5610 Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5609 Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5608 Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo
PMR-D5607 Greece: "a painted ship upon a painted ocean". Sunlight reflected as silver on the sea's surface, with distant sailing ship. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, calm, peaceful, tranquil, solitary, moonlight
PMR-D5606 Greece, Island of Folegandros, bizarre volcanic rock formations on the coastal cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism
PMR-D5605 Greece, Island of Folegandros, Chora: a typical example of the immaculate streets. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5604 Greece, Island of Folegandros, Chora: colourful pavement cafe with overhanging flowers. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5603 Greece, Island of Folegandros, Chora: street bar with flowering bougainvillea and dome of Orthodox church in the background. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5602 Greece, Island of Folegandros, Chora: colourful pavement cafe with Orthodox church in the background. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5601 Greece, Island of Folegandros: the zig-zag flight of whitewashed steps leading up to the Orthodox church, from Chora. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5600 Greece, Island of Folegandros: view of Chora with the zig-zag flight of whitewashed steps leading up to the Orthodox church, from the valley. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5599 Greece, Island of Folegandros: mountainside terraces no longer in use. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, agriculture
PMR-D5598 Greece, Island of Folegandros: this row of colourful terraced houses in Chora is the principal postcard theme. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, dwellings, photogenic
PMR-D5597 Greece, Island of Folegandros: a church dome in Chora with palm fronds and bougainvillea flowers. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5596 Greece, Island of Folegandros: outside stairs save living space, as in this house in Chora with its shade-giving tree in the yard. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5595 Greece, Island of Folegandros: a typical neatly-kept street in Chora. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5594 Greece, Island of Folegandros: this row of colourful terraced houses in Chora is the principal postcard theme. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, dwellings, photogenic
PMR-D5593 Greece, Island of Folegandros: a zig-zag flight of whitewashed steps leads up to the Orthodox church from the main town, Chora. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5592 Greece, Island of Folegandros: the bay at Karavostasis with flowering oleanders in the foreground. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5591 Greece, Island of Folegandros: the beach at Karavostasis, with moored sailing ships across the bay. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5590 Greece, Island of Folegandros: the beach at Karavostasis. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, bathing, sand, sunbathing
PMR-D5589 Greece, Island of Folegandros: the harbour at Karavostasis with a row of moored boats. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades
PMR-D5588 Greece, Island of Santorini: the cliff-top village of Oia on its red volcanic rocks, with a small harbour below. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5587 Greece, Island of Santorini: a jetty at Oia, with a view along the cliffs to Fira, on the other side of the caldera. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5586 Greece, Island of Santorini: the cliff-top village of Oia, with a distant view of Fira, across the caldera. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5585 Greece, Island of Santorini: a plethora of church belltowers and domes in Oia. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5584 Greece, Island of Santorini: distant view of Fira from the whitewashed steps of Oia. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bougainvillea, caldera
PMR-D5583 Greece, Island of Santorini: bizarre volcanic rocks line part of the cliff path between Fira and Oia. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, hiking , walking, outdoor
PMR-D5582 Greece, Island of Santorini: an isolated pink-washed Orthodox church on the cliff path between Fira and Oia. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5581 Greece, Island of Santorini: a buttercup-yellow stone shelter on the cliff path between Fira and Oia. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5580 Greece, Island of Santorini: view of Oia on the end of its peninsula, from the cliff path. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, volcanic, cape ridge, shoreline
PMR-D5579 Greece, Island of Santorini: isolated group of apartments with swimming pools close to the road between Fira and Oia. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, volcanic, ridge, cape
PMR-D5578 Greece, Island of Santorini: on the cliff path between Fira and Oia. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, hiking, cape, ridge
PMR-D5577 Greece, Island of Santorini: on the cliff path between Fira and Oia. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, hiking, cape, ridge
PMR-D5576 Greece, Island of Santorini: an isolated blue and white Orthodox church on the cliff path between Fira and Oia. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5575 Greece, Island of Santorini: view of Oia on the end of its peninsula, from the cliff path. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, volcanic, cape ridge, shoreline
PMR-D5574 Greece, Island of Santorini: an isolated blue and white Orthodox church on the cliff path between Fira and Oia. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5573 Greece, Island of Santorini: a shady section of the cliff path between Fira and Oia. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, hiking
PMR-D5572 Greece, Island of Santorini: brightly coloured volcanic deposits revealed in a cutting near Imerovigli. Keywords: picturesque, geological, geology, Hellas, Thera, Thira, Greek Islands, Cyclades, island hopping, colourful
PMR-D5571 Greece, Island of Santorini: view of the steep lip of the ex-volcano at the narrowest part of the island, looking north from Imerovigli. Keywords: picturesque, geological, geology, shoreline, volcanic, cape, ridge, Hellas, Thera, Thira, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D5570 Greece, Island of Santorini: view of the steep lip of the ex-volcano at the narrowest part of the island, looking north from Imerovigli. Keywords: picturesque, geological, geology, shoreline, volcanic, cape, ridge, Hellas, Thera, Thira, Greek Islands, Cyclades
PMR-D5569 Greece, Island of Santorini: view of Oia, from the cliff path near Fira, with oleander flowers. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5568 Greece, Island of Santorini: an Orthodox church with blue dome, on the outskirts of Fira. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
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-D5554 Greece, Island of Santorini: heavy traffic in the Caldera, with the volcanic island of Nea Kameni in the background. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, boats, ships, liners
PMR-D5553 Greece, Island of Santorini: ferries of Hellenic Seaways and Seajets passing each other in the Caldera. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, ships, mailboats
PMR-D5552 Greece, Island of Santorini: view of the Caldera, with 3 cruise liners and the volcanic island of Nea Kameni and the inhabited island of Thirassia in the distance. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5551 Greece, Island of Santorini: dome and belltower of the Catholic cathedral in Fira. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5550 Greece, Island of Santorini: cruise liner about to depart from Fira, with the island of Thirassia in the background. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5549 Greece, Island of Santorini: " MSC Musica", a cruise liner in the Caldera, with the volcanic island, Nea Kameni, in the background. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5548 Greece, Island of Santorini: the Metropolitan Orthodox Cathedral in Fira. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5547 Greece, Island of Santorini: typical Orthodox church with blue dome in Fira. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5546 Greece, Island of Santorini: doorway in Fira, with vivid bougainvillea in flower. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5545 Greece, Island of Santorini: Orthodox church and belltower in Fira. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5544 Greece, Island of Santorini: view of Fira, with the cable car and Catholic cathedral Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5543 Greece, Island of Santorini: view over Fira, with the Catholic cathedral on the horizon. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5542 Greece, Island of Santorini: private yacht, moored in the Caldera near Fira. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5541 Greece, Island of Santorini, Fira: siesta time! Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5540 Greece, Island of Santorini: the top of the stairway in Fira, with donkeys and mules waiting to carry the leg-weary to the bottom. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5539 Greece, Island of Santorini: the clock tower and dome of the Catholic cathedral in Fira, with vivid bougainvillea blooming in the foreground. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5538 Greece, Island of Santorini: view of Fira, overlooking the Caldera. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5537 Greece, Island of Santorini: the clock tower of the Catholic cathedral in Fira. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5536 Greece, Island of Santorini: view over Fira, with the clocktower and dome of the Catholic cathedral and Mount Profitis Ilias in the distance. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5535 Greece, Island of Santorini: Fira, the capital, with port, Athinios, and modern cable car on the left, and the old zig-zag stairway on the right. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5534 Greece, Island of Santorini: bizarre and colourful patterns in the volcanic cliffs near Imerovigli. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, geology, vulcanology
PMR-D5533 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Imerovigli, with the Skaros rock in the foreground, previously fortified by early settlers. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5532 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Imerovigli, with the Skaros rock in the foreground, previously fortified by early settlers. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5531 Greece, Island of Santorini: some of the old cave dwellings, built into the cliffside near Finikia. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5530 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Finikia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5529 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Finikia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5528 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Finikia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5527 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Finikia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5526 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5525 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5524 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5523 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5522 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5521 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5520 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs, with the little port of Ammoudi at the bottom, and access road to the left. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5519 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs, with the little port of Ammoudi at the bottom, joined by a zig-zag flight of steps. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera
PMR-D5518 Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs, with the little port of Ammoudi at the bottom, joined by a zig-zag flight of steps. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira
PMR-D5516 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: view of the harbour from Chora, with moored sailing boats. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D5515 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: view of the bay from Chora, with moored sailing boats. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D5514 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. View of the remaining facade. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5513 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. The dazzling white houses crowd the hill below. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5512 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. The dazzling white houses crowd the hill below. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5511 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. The dazzling white houses crowd the hill below. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5510 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: a row of old red-roofed windmills in Chora, the town surrounding the the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5509 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. The dazzling white houses crowd the hill below. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5508 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: a row of old red-roofed windmills in Chora, the town surrounding the the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5507 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. An old windmill with red roof stands in the foreground. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5506 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: a typical steep street in Chora, the town surrounding the the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, blue-white
PMR-D5504 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: entrance to a house in Chora, the town surrounding the the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, blue-white
PMR-D5503 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. A blue and white Orthodox church stands adjacent to the ruins. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5502 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. A blue and white Orthodox church stands adjacent to the ruins. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5501 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. A blue and white Orthodox church stands adjacent to the ruins. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5498 Greece, Island of Astypalaia: view of the harbour of Astypalaia town from above, with bougainvillea. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, quayside, harbour, port, colourful, picturesque
PMR-D5492 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5491 Greece, Island of Nisyros: a typical house with balcony in the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, pristine
PMR-D5490 Greece, Island of Nisyros: artistic pulpit in the Orthodox parish church in the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, frescoes, iconostasis
PMR-D5489 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the interior of the Orthodox parish church in the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, frescoes, iconostasis
PMR-D5488 Greece, Island of Nisyros: distant view of the mountainous Turkish mainland, wreathed in clouds, from the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, mysterious
PMR-D5487 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, pristine
PMR-D5486 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the interior of the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, frescoes, iconostasis
PMR-D5485 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, pristine
PMR-D5484 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, pristine
PMR-D5483 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, pristine
PMR-D5482 Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of the main crater of the dormant volcano, Stefanos, from the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, geology, vulcanology
PMR-D5481 Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of the crater of the dormant volcano, Stefanos, from the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, geology, vulcanology
PMR-D5480 Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of the crater of the dormant volcano, Stefanos, from the mountain-top village of Nikeia. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, geology, vulcanology
PMR-D5479 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the mountain-top village of Nikeia, which overlooks the dormant volcano, Stefanos. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D5478 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: the clocktower, built in 1881, on the point, separating the two bays. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, island hopping, quayside, jetty, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D5477 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: Orthodox church and belltower dominate the headland between the two bays. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections
PMR-D5476 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, with sailing ship Bahriyeli moored in the foreground. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections
PMR-D5475 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, reflected in the water, with sailing ship Bahriyeli moored in the foreground. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections
PMR-D5474 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, with yachts moored in the foreground. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections
PMR-D5473 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, with yachts moored in the foreground. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections
PMR-D5472 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, with yachts moored in the foreground. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections
PMR-D5471 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos handsome, domed Orthodox church, clinging to the hillside. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D5470 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical buildings, almost at the top of the rugged cliffs. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5469 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, with yachts moored in the foreground. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections
PMR-D5468 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: motor boats at their moorings on the jetty, with the barren hillside above. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, pleasure boats, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D5467 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical buildings, almost at the top of the rugged cliffs. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR-D5466 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, reflected in the water. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D5465 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: sailing ship Bahriyeli entering the harbour. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, pleasure boats, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D5464 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: sailing ship Bahriyeli entering the harbour. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, pleasure boats, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D5463 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: the clocktower, built in 1881, with the police department (left) on the point, separating the two bays. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, island hopping, quayside, jetty, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D5462 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D5461 Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour. Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, picturesque
PMR-D5458 Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture
PMR-D5457 Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture
PMR-D5456 Switzerland, Zurich: part of the Swiss National Museum (Landesmuseum), built in 1898 in historic style by Gustav Gull. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene
PMR-D5455 Switzerland, Zurich: monument to Alfred Escher, Swiss politician, business leader and railway pioneer standing in front of the railway station. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, statue, memorial
PMR-D5454 Switzerland, Zurich: cast iron monument brought from Paris in 1893, standing in the Bahnhofstrasse. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene
PMR-D5453 Switzerland, Zurich: monument to Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi, Swiss pedagogue, 1746-1827, on the Bahnhofstrasse. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, statue, memorial
PMR-D5452 Switzerland, Zurich: a typical street in the Lindenhof quarter, not far from the site of the original Roman fortress. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval
PMR-D5451 Switzerland, Zurich: the Liebfrauenkirche with its belltower, built 1892-4 in the style of an early Christian basilika, in the Niederdorf quarter of the city. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic
PMR-D5450 Switzerland, Zurich: view of the River Limmat and its bridges, from the Lindenhof hill. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval
PMR-D5449 Switzerland, Zurich: Hotel "Haus der Kindli" in Linderhof quarter dates from 1474 and is one of the oldest in Switzerland. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval
PMR-D5448 Switzerland, Zurich: St. Peterhofstatt in the Lindenhof quarter. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval
PMR-D5447 Switzerland, Zurich: riverside facade of the Hotel Storchen. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic
PMR-D5446 Switzerland, Zurich: oriel window of the Cafe Orsini, on Münsterhof Square. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval
PMR-D5445 Switzerland, Zurich: house facades on Münsterhof Square. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval
PMR-D5444 Switzerland, Zurich: house facades on Münsterhof Square. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval
PMR-D5443 Switzerland, Zurich: vaulted Gothic arcades of the Fraumünster. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval
PMR-D5442 Switzerland, Zurich: view of the Opera House from Lake Zurich. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene
PMR-D5441 Switzerland, Zurich: cruise boat terminal on Bürkliplatz, with the Quaibrücke, the first bridge over the River Limmat and the Grossmünster in the background. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic
PMR-D5440 Switzerland, Zurich: view of Lake Zurich and the Alps from Bürkliplatz Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, yachts, boats
PMR-D5439 Switzerland, Zurich: Rietberg Museum, in the former Wesendonck Villa with its Richard Wagner associations, houses a large collection of non-European art. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic
PMR-D5438 Switzerland, Zurich: Rietberg Museum: Shiva Nataraja, the dancing Shiva, a bronze temple ornament from Tamil Nadu, India.. Chola dynasty, 12th century. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, art, Buddhist
PMR-D5437 Switzerland, Zurich: Rietberg Museum: "the temptation of Buddha by Mara's dauchters", a stone carving from Pakistan. 2nd-4th century. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, art, Buddhist
PMR-D5436 Switzerland, Zurich: Rietberg Museum, in the former Wesendonck Villa with its Richard Wagner associations, houses a large collection of non-European art. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic
PMR-D5435 Switzerland, Zurich: Rietberg Museum, Osiris Exhibition: colossal statue of a queen as Isis, from the Ptolemaic period (305-30 BC), possibly the reign of Ptolomy II. Pink granite. Retrieved from the seabed off Alexandria. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, Egptology, archeology, sculpture
PMR-D5434 Switzerland, Zurich: Rietberg Museum, Osiris Exhibition: colossal statue of a king from the Ptolemaic period (305-30 BC), possibly Ptolomy II. Pink granite. Retrieved from the seabed off Alexandria. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, Egptology, archeology, sculpture
PMR-D5433 Switzerland, Zurich: footbridge over the River Limmat, with an impressive row of river facades, and the towers of the Grossmünster in the background. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene
PMR-D5432 Switzerland, Zurich: the Grossmünster, started in Romanesque style about 1100, stands on the site of an older church, said to have been founded by Charlemagne. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval, Protestant
PMR-D5431 Switzerland, Zurich: Bellevue Platz, with boats on the River Limmat, from Bürkliplatz. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene
PMR-D5430 Switzerland, Zurich: view of the Münsterbrücke over the River Limmat, with medieval facades. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene
PMR-D5429 Switzerland, Zurich: flags on the twin towers of the Grossmünster, Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene
PMR-D5428 Switzerland, Zurich: the twin towers of the Grossmünster, across the River Limmat, from Bürkliplatz. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene
PMR-D5427 Switzerland, Zurich: the twin towers of the Grossmünster, across the River Limmat, from Bürkliplatz, with moored boats in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, colourful
PMR-D5426 Switzerland, Zurich: the twin towers of the Grossmünster, across the River Limmat, from Bürkliplatz. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene
PMR-D5425 Switzerland, Zurich: Bellevue Platz and Quaibrücke, the last bridge over the River Limmat. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene
PMR-D5424 Switzerland, Zurich: the paddle steamer "Stadt Zürich" on Lake Zurich. Keywords: picturesque, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, boat, ship, sidewheeler, veteran
PMR-D5423 Switzerland, Zurich: Bürkliplatz, with view of the Opera House across the lake. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, statue
PMR-D5422 Switzerland, Zurich: the paddle steamer "Stadt Zürich" on Lake Zurich. Keywords: picturesque, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, boat, ship, sidewheeler, veteran
PMR-D5421 Switzerland, Zurich: impressive architecture in the city centre. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval
PMR-D5420 Switzerland, Zurich: carved stone figures ornamenting a "Jugendstil" (Art Deco) building in Bahnhofstrasse. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene
PMR-D5418 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: charming alpine cottage on Niederhofer Alm, Mount Seeberg. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geraniums
PMR-D5415 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the village church from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D5413 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the village from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D5412 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the village church from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D5410 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the village from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D5401 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. A small Kyrgyz girl, dressed against the cold. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, cattle
PMR-D5400 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. A small Kyrgyz girl, dressed against the cold. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, cattle
PMR-D5399 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. View, with the distant snow-covered Pamir mountains which reach heights of over 7000 metres. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, cattle, isolated
PMR-D5398 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. View of the distant snow-covered Pamir mountains which reach heights of over 7000 metres. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, cattle, isolated
PMR-D5397 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, isolated
PMR-D5396 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. View of the snow-covered Pamir mountains which reach heights of over 7000 metres. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, cattle
PMR-D5395 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. View of the snow-covered Pamir mountains which reach heights of over 7000 metres. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, cattle, isolated
PMR-D5394 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: private banqueting room awaiting guests in a city-centre restaurant. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful, sumptuous, opulent, plushy, upholstery, richly-furnished
PMR-D5393 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: main entrance to the bazaar. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful, trade
PMR-D5392 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: colourful dresses find favour with Uighur women: part of the textile section of the bazaar. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D5391 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: colourful dresses find favour with Uighur women: part of the textile section of the bazaar. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D5390 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: part of the spacious bazaar. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D5389 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: part of the spacious bazaar. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful, trade, shops
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-D5385 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: a traditional Uighur house, with balcony and carved verandah. The flowering bush in the foreground is a pincushion tree or Persian silk tree (Albizia julibrissin), indiginous to this area. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful, botany, bloom
PMR-D5384 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: the proprietor of a shop selling stringed instruments tuning one of them. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, music, trade, practice, workshop
PMR-D5383 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: a modern house built in the traditional Uighur style, housing a coppersmith's shop. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful, artisan, trader
PMR-D5382 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: a modern house built in the traditional Uighur style, like many others in this street. 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-D5128 Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: all that remains of an ancient settlement is the circular protective wall. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, relict
PMR-D5127 Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: the hollow trunk of a plane tree 950 years old under government protection has been used as a school during the October Revolution, as a village administration office, as a library for a cavalry regiment and latterly as a village shop. The present caretaker is an Uzbek woman with a drinks and souvenirs stall. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, curiosity, attraction, wonder
PMR-D5126 Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: the hollow trunk of a plane tree 950 years old under government protection has been used as a school during the October Revolution, as a village administration office, as a library for a cavalry regiment and latterly as a village shop. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, curiosity, attraction
PMR-D5125 Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: landscape en route to Termiz - sandstone mountain ranges and red earth with a sparse covering of vegetation. Along this route passed Alexander the Great with his armies, over 2000 years ago. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, geology, topography, scenic, desolate
PMR-D5124 Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: landscape en route to Termiz - sandstone mountain ranges and red earth with a sparse covering of vegetation. A small settlement in the lee of a rocky sandstone outcrop. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, geology, topography, scenic, desolate
PMR-D5123 Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: landscape en route to Termiz - sandstone mountain ranges and red earth with a sparse covering of vegetation. A herd of goats makes its way along the river valley. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, geology, topography, scenic, desolate, livestock
PMR-D5122 Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: landscape en route to Termiz - sandstone mountain ranges and red earth with a sparse covering of vegetation. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, geology, topography, scenic, desolate
PMR-D5121 Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: roadside monument with alloy mast, to international friendship. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D5120 Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: roadside monument with alloy mast, to international friendship. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D5119 Tajikistan: women harvesting onions in a field approaching the Uzbekistan border. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, agriculture, workers, picturesque
PMR-D5118 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: statue of Abuali Ibri Sina, Persian polymath, known in the west as Avicenna, on a traffic island on Avenue Somoni near the National Medical Centre. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, monument
PMR-D5117 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: State Circus Rotunda. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5116 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: statue in the public gardens, with fountains. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5115 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: public gardens with fountain and monument. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5114 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: flowers of the Persian Silk Tree or Pink Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin), a common indiginous tree of the region. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, botany, flowers, colourful
PMR-D5113 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: State Theatre of the Drama Academy of Abulqosim Lohuti, on Rudaki Avenue. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5112 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Rudaki Avenue, the tree-lined main thoroughfare of the city. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
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-D5110 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: main entrance to the Botanical Gardens, in traditional Uzbek style. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5109 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Persian Silk Tree or Pink Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin), a common indiginous tree of the region. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, botany, flowers, colourful
PMR-D5108 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: main entrance to the Botanical Gardens, in traditional Uzbek style, with a bed of Cannas in the foreground. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5107 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis). Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, birds, ornithology, starlings
PMR-D5106 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: a fine display of Yuccas in the Botanical Gardens. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, horticulture, flowers, blooms, plants
PMR-D5105 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: part of the "Green Bazaar" , selling fruit and vegetables. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5104 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: part of the "Green Bazaar" , selling fruit and vegetables. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5103 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant, spacious
PMR-D5102 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital. Terrace overlooking the main road. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant, spacious
PMR-D5101 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant, spacious
PMR-D5100 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant
PMR-D5099 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant
PMR-D5098 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital. Part of the colourful, carved wood ceiling. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant
PMR-D5097 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital. Part of the colourful, carved wood ceiling. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant
PMR-D5096 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant
PMR-D5095 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: colonial-style mansion belonging to Teahouse Rochat. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5094 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Finance Department of the Republic of Tajikistan. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, ministry, treasury
PMR-D5093 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Opera and Ballet Theatre, built in 1946 in typical USSR style. Quotations from the president flank the facade. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, music, drama, stage
PMR-D5092 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Ferdowski National Library Building, founded in 1933 is now occupied by the Accounts Chamber of the Republic of Tajikistan, the state auditor. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5091 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: twin office towers, which are the highest in the city. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5090 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Parliament Building. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5089 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: the handsome gateway and entrance to Rudaki Park. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5088 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: monument to Abu 'Abd Allah Ja'far ibn Muhammad al- Rudaki, better known as "Rudaki", a Persian poet who lived from 858 to 941 AD and is regarded as the initiator of classical Persian poetry. He was blind in his later years. His statue replaced that of Lenin in 2007. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, literature, poems
PMR-D5087 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: the "Palace of Nations", palace of the president, Emomali Rahmon, from Rudaki Park. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5086 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: monument to Abu 'Abd Allah Ja'far ibn Muhammad al- Rudaki, better known as "Rudaki", a Persian poet who lived from 858 to 941 AD and is regarded as the initiator of classical Persian poetry. He was blind in his later years. His statue replaced that of Lenin in 2007. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, literature, poems
PMR-D5085 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: monument to Abu 'Abd Allah Ja'far ibn Muhammad al- Rudaki, better known as "Rudaki", a Persian poet who lived from 858 to 941 AD and is regarded as the initiator of classical Persian poetry. He was blind in his later years. His statue replaced that of Lenin in 2007. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, literature, poems
PMR-D5084 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: monument to Abu 'Abd Allah Ja'far ibn Muhammad al- Rudaki, better known as "Rudaki", a Persian poet who lived from 858 to 941 AD and is regarded as the initiator of classical Persian poetry. He was blind in his later years. His statue replaced that of Lenin in 2007. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, literature, poems
PMR-D5083 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: the state emblem, on the Gerb Monument in Rudaki Park. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5082 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: the Gerb Monument in Rudaki Park bearing the state emblem. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5081 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: the Gerb Monument in Rudaki Park bearing the state emblem. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5080 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: monument of Amir Ismail Somoni in Rudaki Park which was erected in 1999. The currency (somoni) takes its name from him. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5079 Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: monument of Amir Ismail Somoni in Rudaki Park which was erected in 1999. The currency (somoni) takes its name from him. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene
PMR-D5078 Tajikistan, Sughd Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe.. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D5077 Tajikistan, Sughd Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe.. Approaching the Anzob Pass (3337 metres) in the Zarafshan Range which divides north and south Tajikistan. One of the most treacherous mountain passes of Central Asia. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D5076 Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe.. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D5075 Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe.. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D5074 Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe.. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D5073 Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe.. Approaching the Shakhristan Pass. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D5072 Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe.. Approaching the Shakhristan Pass. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D5071 Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe.. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D5070 Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe.. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D5069 Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe.. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D5067 Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe.. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque
PMR-D5056 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): a young Kyrgyz watches from horseback on the road between Sary-Tash and Osh. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside, boy, equestrian, youth
PMR-D5054 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): striking scenery in the sandstone hills between Sary-Tash and Osh, with snow capped mountains in the distance. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside
PMR-D5053 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): striking scenery in the multicoloured sandstone hills between Sary-Tash and Osh. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside
PMR-D5052 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): striking scenery in the sandstone hills between Sary-Tash and Osh. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside
PMR-D5051 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): striking scenery in the sandstone hills between Sary-Tash and Osh. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside
PMR-D5050 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): striking scenery in the sandstone hills between Sary-Tash and Osh, with snow-capped mountains in the distance. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside
PMR-D5049 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): striking scenery in the sandstone hills between Sary-Tash and Osh. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside
PMR-D5048 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), rich pasture land at the foot of red sandstone cliffs between Sary-Tash and Osh. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant
PMR-D5047 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), modern Kyrgyz family with caravan instead of yurt in the "Jailoo" (lower mountain pasture) for the summer, between Sary-Tash and Osh. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, livestock , herdsman, valley, stream
PMR-D5046 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): walking along a green valley on the way from Sary-Tash to Osh. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, stream, brook, fertile, pasture
PMR-D5044 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), assembling a yurt, in the "Jailoo" (lower mountain pasture) for the summer, on the road from Sary-Tash to Osh. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, tent, livestock , herdsman, construction
PMR-D5043 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), assembling a yurt, in the "Jailoo" (lower mountain pasture) for the summer, on the road from Sary-Tash to Osh. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, tent, livestock , herdsman, construction
PMR-D5042 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), yurts, established in the "Jailoo" (lower mountain pasture) for the summer, on the road from Sary-Tash to Osh. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, tent, livestock , herdsman
PMR-D5041 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), a pass summit on the road from Sary-Tash to Osh, through theTien Shan Mountains. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, monument
PMR-D5040 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), the road from Sary-Tash to Osh, through theTian Shan Mountains, is a feat of engineering. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, hairpin-bend, zig-zag, serpentine
PMR-D5039 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. A number of yurts provide auxilliary accommodation for visitors. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses
PMR-D5038 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses
PMR-D5037 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. A group of sheep enjoying the sun's warmth. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, livestock
PMR-D5036 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. Free-roaming horses with foals. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, livestock
PMR-D5035 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. Free-roaming horses with foals. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, livestock
PMR-D5034 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses
PMR-D5033 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses
PMR-D5032 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses
PMR-D5031 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: a lonely young lamb. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, livestock
PMR-D5030 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: view of the snow covered Pamir range, rising to over 7000 metres. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses
PMR-D5029 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: view of the snow covered Pamir range, rising to over 7000 metres. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses
PMR-D5028 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: view of the snow covered Pamir range, rising to over 7000 metres. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses
PMR-D5027 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: view of the snow covered Pamir range, rising to over 7000 metres. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses
PMR-D5026 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses
PMR-D5025 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): some of the snow covered peaks of the Pamir Mountains, reaching 7000+ metres. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains
PMR-D5024 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): desolate plain at over 3000 metres altitude with a view of the snow capped Pamir Mountains, some peaks reaching 7000 metres and more. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, desolate
PMR-D5023 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, descending from the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres). Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains
PMR-D5022 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, descending from the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres). Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains
PMR-D5021 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, descending from the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres). Confluence of two rivers, one with muddy, red water, and the other with clear, turquoise water. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains
PMR-D5020 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, descending from the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres). Confluence of two rivers, one with muddy, red water, and the other with clear, turquoise water. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains
PMR-D5019 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, descending from the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres). Confluence of two rivers, one with muddy, red water, and the other with clear, turquoise water. Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains
PMR-D5018 Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, descending from the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres). Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains
PMR-D5017 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D5016 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D5015 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D5014 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D5013 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D5012 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D5011 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D5010 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D5009 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D5008 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D5007 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: rows of shops in the spacious bazaar. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D5006 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street vendor of shish kebab. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D5005 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: entrance to the large bazaar. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D5004 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a mosque in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe
PMR-D5003 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: Uighur women with child, in a street of Old Kashgar. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe
PMR-D5002 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: courtyard of a house in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe
PMR-D5001 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: view of Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe
PMR-D5000 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe
PMR-D4999 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: an Uighur woman with young child in Old Kashgar. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe
PMR-D4998 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe
PMR-D4997 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe
PMR-D4996 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe
PMR-D4995 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe
PMR-D4994 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe
PMR-D4993 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: an antiques shop in Old Kashgar, with proprietor. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4992 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: an antiques shop in Old Kashgar. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
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-D4986 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the minaret of the mosque, near to the Abakh Hoja Mausoleum, is richly decorated with floral and geometric patterns. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4985 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the 18-metres-high statue of Mao Zedong, one of the few remaining in China., stands in People's Place. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, monument, Mao tse Tung, Communism
PMR-D4984 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: red flowers dominate People's Park with its traditional foot bridges. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4983 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: red flowers dominate People's Park, where the statue of Mao Zedong still stands. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, monument
PMR-D4982 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: red flowers dominate People's Park, where the statue of Mao Zedong still stands. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4981 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the fashionable centre of the city, with the Sultan Hotel. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4980 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the fashionable centre of the city, with the Sultan Hotel. A bubble car parked in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4979 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: mosque, adjoining the main square. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4978 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: view of the spacious main square with the Id Kah mosque on the far side and Wustanbowie (Millennium Old Street) behind, where numerous shops selling local handicrafts are to be found. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4977 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the most popular mode of transport is (electric) scooter or moped. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4976 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a modern shopping centre adjoining the main square. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, architecture
PMR-D4975 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a camel waiting for custom in the main square. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4974 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: colouful carriages drawn by horses or camels take visitors on a tour of the city. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4973 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a colourful horse-drawn carriage takes visitors on a tour of the city. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4972 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a colourful horse-drawn carriage takes visitors on a tour of the city, with a camel "parked" in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4971 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a colourful horse-drawn carriage takes visitors on a tour of the city. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan
PMR-D4970 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: bronze representation of a camel train on the ancient "Silk Road" in the main square. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, sculpture
PMR-D4969 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: bronze representation of a camel train on the ancient "Silk Road" in the main square. The Id Kah mosque in the background. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, sculpture
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-D4965 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. View of the striking, turquoise-blue Little Karakul Lake. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D4964 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Colourfully dressed Kirgiz women selling souvenirs in front of their yurt. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D4963 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Colourfully dressed Kirgiz women selling souvenirs in front of their yurt. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D4962 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Cooling off, with a backdrop of snow-covered mountains. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D4961 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Snow-capped mountains reflected in the lake. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D4960 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Grazing sheep, with snow-capped Muztagh Ata (7546 metres) in the background. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4959 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Grazing sheep, with a group of Kirgiz yurts and snow-capped Muztagh Ata (7546 metres) in the background. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4958 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Grazing sheep, with a group of Kirgiz yurts and snow-capped Muztagh Ata (7546 metres) in the background. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4957 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Souvenir stalls near the carpark. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4956 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: colourful rocks and snow-capped mountains combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D4955 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4954 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4953 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D4952 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive
PMR-D4951 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4950 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4949 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4948 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4947 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4946 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4945 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4944 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4943 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4942 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular
PMR-D4924 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: rugged, barren scenery on the road from Kuqa to Aksu, on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, rock-formations, landscape, scenery, craggy, rocky, colourful, picturesque
PMR-D4794 Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Mediaeval burgher houses in the Obere Bachgasse. Keywords: Gothic, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque
PMR-D4793 Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. A mediaeval street, Hinter der Grieb, with the. patrician tower-house " Löblturm" (13th c.) and cathedral tower in the distance. Keywords: Gothic, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque
PMR-D4791 Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Old burgher houses on the bank of the River Danube, facades reflected in the water. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque, reflections
PMR-D4790 Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Colourful old burgher houses on Stadtamhof, on the far side of the River Danube, with the cathedral in the distance. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque
PMR-D4789 Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Colourful old burgher houses on Stadtamhof, on the far side of the River Danube. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque
PMR-D4729 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Chinese screen with inlaid mother-of-pearl. Keywords: gardens, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration
PMR-D4728 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Personal bathroom. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration
PMR-D4727 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Family bedroom. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration
PMR-D4726 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Bronze bust of Imelda with family photographs. Keywords: gardens, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration
PMR-D4725 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. A drawing room. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration
PMR-D4724 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Main staircase with display cabinets of oriental carved ivory. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration
PMR-D4723 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Ballroom. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration
PMR-D4722 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Visitor's bedroom suite with twin beds. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration
PMR-D4721 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. One of many visitor's bedrooms, mostly equipped with dioramas. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration
PMR-D4720 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Keywords: gardens, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration
PMR-D4719 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: holiday bungalows in the grounds of Leyte Park Hotel, with view of nearby islands. Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens, picturesque
PMR-D4718 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Leyte Park Hotel, twilight view of hotel gardens and Panalaron Bay. Keywords: leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens, picturesque, culture, sunset
PMR-D4717 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Leyte Park Hotel, view of the innovative architecture from above. Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens, picturesque, culture
PMR-D4714 The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Leyte Park Hotel, swimming pool and bar, with neighbouring islands on the horizon. Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture
PMR-D4712 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: street scene, with colourful tuk-tuks and tricycles. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, Visayas
PMR-D4711 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: distant view of neighbouring islands, with stilt houses and outrigger boat in the foreground. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, Visayas
PMR-D4710 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: typical houses and shops on the quayside, with boats moored to the jetty. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, heritage, tradition, culture, Visayas
PMR-D4709 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: fishing boats with outriggers, with stilt houses facing on to the main road, Del Rosario Street behind. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, Visayas
PMR-D4708 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: street scene, with colourful tuk-tuks and tricycles. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, Visayas
PMR-D4707 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: traditional fishing boats with outriggers moored along the jetty. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, heritage, tradition, culture, quayside, watercraft, Visayas
PMR-D4706 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: traditional fishing boats with outriggers moored along the jetty. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, heritage, tradition, culture, quayside, watercraft, Visayas
PMR-D4705 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: traditional fishing boats with outriggers moored along the jetty. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, heritage, tradition, culture, quayside, watercraft, Visayas
PMR-D4704 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: traditional fishing boats with outriggers moored along the jetty. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, heritage, tradition, culture, quayside, watercraft, Visayas
PMR-D4703 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: view of the obelisk in Samar Provincial Capital Park, with the Municipal Hall in the background. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, gardens, architecture, tricycle, Visayas
PMR-D4702 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: view of Samar Provincial Capital Park, with the Municipal Hall in the background. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, gardens, architecture, tricycle, flag, Visayas
PMR-D4701 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: the obelist commemmorates. 1) arrival of the Jesuit missionaries 1596, 2) Augustin Sumoroy rebellion, 1649, 3) declaration of Samar as Independent Province by Queen Isabella of Spain, 1841, 4) Balangiga encounter, 1901. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, gardens, architecture, tricycle, Visayas
PMR-D4700 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: view of the obelisk in Samar Provincial Capital Park, with the Municipal Hall in the background. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, gardens, architecture, tricycle, Visayas
PMR-D4699 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: view of the obelisk in Samar Provincial Capital Park, with the Municipal Hall in the background. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, gardens, architecture, tricycle, Visayas
PMR-D4698 The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: view of the obelisk in Samar Provincial Capital Park, with the Municipal Hall in the background. Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, gardens, architecture, tricycle, Visayas
PMR-D4693 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: nobles supporting a golden naga which guards the entry steps to the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4692 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: facade of the Buddhist Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4691 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: monkeys supporting a golden naga which guards the entry steps to the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, culture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4690 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: some of the colourful murals depicting scenes from the life of Buddha in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island). Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, historic, heritage, fresco
PMR-D4689 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: shrine of the Buddhist Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island) Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage
PMR-D4677 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: howdah, and steps used for getting up to it, on display in the Royal Palace museum with other historic items. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage
PMR-D4676 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: ornate royal palanquin preserved in the Royal Palace museum. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, transport
PMR-D4675 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: model of Angkor Wat temple complex, in the Silver Pagoda complex of the Royal Palace. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage
PMR-D4673 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: belltower in the Silver Pagoda complex of the Royal Palace. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage
PMR-D4671 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the Silver Pagoda from the adjoining gardens, in the Royal Palace. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, historic, heritage
PMR-D4670 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: stupa or shrine of King Norodom and pavilion containing his equestrian statue with the Silver Pagoda in the background, in the grounds of the Royal Palace. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage
PMR-D4669 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: equestrian statue of King Norodom on a roofed plinth, in the Silver Pagoda complex of the Royal Palace. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage
PMR-D4668 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: stupa or shrine of King Norodom in the Silver Pagoda complex of the Royal Palace. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage
PMR-D4665 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: stupa or shrine of Princess Kantha Botha, daughter of King Sihanouk, in the Silver Pagoda complex of the Royal Palace. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage
PMR-D4663 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the Royal Palace: the Silver Pagoda, also known as the Pagoda of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Preah Keo), is paved with 5000-plus silver tiles, each weighing 1kg. Originally built under King Norodom in 1892, it resembles the Wat Phra Keo in Bangkok. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, architecture
PMR-D4661 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Preah Reach Damnak Chan in the Royal Palace grounds, in traditional Khmer style, is the administrative centre of the palace. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4660 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the face on the principal spire of the Throne Hall (Preah Tineang Tevea Vinichhay) of the Royal Palace, was inspired by the Bayon at Angkor. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4659 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the Throne Hall (Preah Tineang Tevea Vinichhay) of the Royal Palace, in traditional Khmer style, was inaugurated by King Sisowath in 1919. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4658 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: library building (Hor Samritvimean) in the grounds of the Royal Palace. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4657 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the King's quarters in the Royal Palace, are normally closed to visitots. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4656 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the Throne Hall of the Royal Palace, in traditional Khmer style, was inaugurated by King Sisowath in 1919. Figure of a Garuda supporting the roof. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4655 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the Throne Hall (Preah Tineang Tevea Vinichhay) of the Royal Palace, in traditional Khmer style, was inaugurated by King Sisowath in 1919. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4654 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the Throne Hall (Preah Tineang Tevea Vinichhay) of the Royal Palace, in traditional Khmer style, was inaugurated by King Sisowath in 1919. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage
PMR-D4636 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful pavilion on Sihanouk Boulevard houses a statue of Norodom Sihanouk. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, memorial
PMR-D4623 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Wat Ounaloom, headquarters of the country's Buddhist religion, was founded in 1443. It has been successfully restored after the destruction wrought by the Khmer Rouge. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, temple, historic, heritage
PMR-D4622 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: riverfront promenade with palm trees and flags, and Sisowath Quay (Road) behind. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, street scene, picturesque
PMR-D4616 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. A valuable collection of standing Buddhas from different periods. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits
PMR-D4615 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Head of Devata, sandstone, Angkorian period, Bayon style, late 12th to early 13th century? Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits
PMR-D4614 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Figure opposite the entrance is a Garuda, sandstone, Angkorian period, Koh Ker style, first half of 10th century. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits
PMR-D4613 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. The gallery surrounding the courtyard also houses interesting exhibits. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits
PMR-D4612 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Carved sandstone fronton depicting the combat between Bhima and Duryodhana. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits
PMR-D4611 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Wrestling Apes, sandstone, Angkorian period, Koh Ker style, first half of 10th century. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits
PMR-D4610 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Standing figure, sandstone. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits
PMR-D4609 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Buddha figure, sandstone, pre-Angkorian period, Phnom Da style, 6th century. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits
PMR-D4608 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. View of the main hall with a collection of standing figures. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits, archeology, ancient
PMR-D4607 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Portrait of George Groslier, designer of the National Museum, founder of the School of Fine Arts, and curator and protector of Khmer art. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, historic, heritage, exhibits
PMR-D4606 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. View of the garden in the central courtyard with its graceful pavilion. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits
PMR-D4605 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. View of the garden in the central courtyard with its graceful pavilion. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits
PMR-D4604 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. View of the main hall with a collection of seated Buddhas. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits
PMR-D4603 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: main entrance to the National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20 in traditional style. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, terracotta , architecture
PMR-D4602 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20, with flamboyant Flame-of-the-Forest tree. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, terracotta
PMR-D4601 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20, viewed from the adjoining park with its guardian figures. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, terracotta
PMR-D4600 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Chan Chaya Pavilion, entrance to the royal palace. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, architecture
PMR-D4599 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Chan Chaya Pavilion, entrance to the royal palace Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, architecture
PMR-D4597 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Wat Ounaloom, headquarters of the country's Buddhist religion, was founded in 1443. It has been successfully restored after the destruction wrought by the Khmer Rouge. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, temple, historic, heritage
PMR-D4596 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the promenade. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, architecture
PMR-D4595 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the promenade and Tonle Sap River shortly before the confluence with the Mekong. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, waterway
PMR-D4594 Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the Grand Waterfront Hotel from the promenade. Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, architecture, picturesque, park
PMR-D4593 The Philippines: cloudscape with banks of cumulus at 36,000 feet altitude. Keywords: picturesque, meteorology, weather, clouds, air-currents, convection
PMR-D4554 The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: Catholic church and belltower on Paterno Street. Keywords: architecture, religious, picturesque
PMR-D4549 The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: freedom monument opposite the parliament building. Keywords: gardens, statue, allegory, picturesque, sculpture
PMR-D4531 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4530 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4529 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4528 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4527 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4526 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4525 Flower on Mammillaria zeilmanniana cactus. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D4524 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4523 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4522 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4521 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4520 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4519 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4518 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4517 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR635-05 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: "Bürgerhus" (1560), a handsome timber framed house on the corner of Kupferschmittstrasse and Wendenstrasse with carved polychrome decorations. Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: "Bürgerhus" (1560), a handsome timber framed house on the corner of Kupferschmittstrasse and Wendenstrasse with carved polychrome decorations. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture
PMR-D4076 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156, provides meeting rooms for the local historic costumes group. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, traditional, dress, society
PMR-D4502 England, West Sussex, Henfield: view from Woods Mill Nature Reserve, home of the Sussex Wildlife Trust. Keywords: picturesque, winter, countryside, biotope, landscape
PMR-D4501 England, West Sussex, Henfield: view from Woods Mill Nature Reserve, home of the Sussex Wildlife Trust. Keywords: picturesque, winter, countryside, biotope, landscape
PMR-D4500 England, West Sussex, Henfield: the pond at Woods Mill Nature Reserve, home of the Sussex Wildlife Trust. Keywords: picturesque, reflections, winter, lake, reeds, countryside, biotope
PMR-D4499 England, Devon, Buckfastleigh: the church belltower of Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery dating back to 1018, built in Transitional Norman and Early English styles in the early 20th century. Keywords: architecture, religious, historic, heritage, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D4498 England, Devon, Buckfastleigh: the church of Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery dating back to 1018, built in Transitional Norman and Early English styles in the early 20th century. Keywords: architecture, religious, historic, heritage, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D4497 England, Devon, Buckfastleigh: the church of Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery dating back to 1018, built in Transitional Norman and Early English styles in the early 20th century. Keywords: architecture, religious, historic, heritage, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D4483 Thailand, Phang-Nga: aerial view of part of Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park, with its karst rocks protruding from the sea. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4482 Thailand, Phang-Nga: aerial view of part of Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park, with its karst rocks protruding from the sea. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4481 Thailand, Phang-Nga: aerial view of part of Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park, with its karst rocks protruding from the sea. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4477 Thailand, Phuket Island: Dead Leaf or Indian Leafwing Butterflies (Kallima paralekta) feeding on pineapple in Phuket Bird Park. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, lepidoptera, camouflage, disguise, imitation, insect, nymphalid
PMR-D4476 Thailand, Phuket Island: Common Sun Skink (Eutropis multifasciata) in Phuket Bird Park. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, lizards, reptiles, scincidae
PMR-D4475 Thailand, Phuket Island: Common Sun Skink (Eutropis multifasciata) in Phuket Bird Park. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, lizards, reptiles, scincidae
PMR-D4474 Thailand, Phuket Island: Dead Leaf or Indian Leafwing Butterflies (Kallima paralekta) feeding on pineapple in Phuket Bird Park. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, lepidoptera, camouflage, disguise, imitation, insect, nymphalid
PMR-D4473 Thailand, Phuket Island: Clipper butterfly (Parthenos sylvia) feeding on pineapple in Phuket Bird Park. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, lepidoptera, insect, nymphalid
PMR-D4472 Thailand, Phuket Island: Dead Leaf or Indian Leafwing Butterflies (Kallima paralekta) feeding on pineapple in Phuket Bird Park. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, lepidoptera, camouflage, disguise, imitation, insect, nymphalid
PMR-D4471 Thailand, Phuket Island: guide map to Phuket Bird Park. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, plan , diagram, illustration
PMR-D4470 Thailand, Phuket Island: convincing replicas of hippopotamus family in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, mock-up, model, tableau
PMR-D4469 Thailand, Phuket Island: guide map to Phuket Zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, plan, diagram, illustration
PMR-D4468 Thailand, Phuket Island: Pied Imperial Pigeons (Ducula bicolor) in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, ornithology, doves
PMR-D4467 Thailand, Phuket Island: Eastern or Pacific Reef Heron (Egretta sacra) in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, waterfowl, ornithology, egrets
PMR-D4466 Thailand, Phuket Island: Eastern or Pacific Reef Heron (Egretta sacra) in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, waterfowl, ornithology, egrets
PMR-D4465 Thailand, Phuket Island: Pearl or Helmeted Guinea Fowl (Numida meleagris) in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, ornithology, birds, Galliformes
PMR-D4464 Thailand, Phuket Island: Asian elephants performing in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, pachyderms, animals, mammals, fauna
PMR-D4463 Thailand, Phuket Island: awe-inspiring dragon's head emerging from its cave in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, myths, legends, model, mock-up
PMR-D4462 Thailand, Phuket Island: trainer, with his head in a crocodile's jaws, in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, reptiles, amphibians, fauna
PMR-D4461 Thailand, Phuket Island: trainer holding aloft a young crocodile in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, reptiles, amphibians, fauna
PMR-D4460 Thailand, Phuket Island: crocodiles in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, reptiles, amphibians, fauna
PMR-D4459 Thailand, Phuket Island: trained monkey with umbrella in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, apes, performing, animals, mammals, fauna, stage
PMR-D4458 Thailand, Phuket Island: Grey-headed Swamp Hen (Porphyrio poliocephalus) in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, waterfowl, crakes, rails, ornithology
PMR-D4457 Thailand, Phuket Island: Grey-headed Swamp Hen (Porphyrio poliocephalus) in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, waterfowl, crakes, rails, ornithology
PMR-D4456 Thailand, Phuket Island: Grey-headed Swamp Hen (Porphyrio poliocephalus) in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, waterfowl, crakes, rails, ornithology
PMR-D4455 Thailand, Phuket Island: Grey-headed Swamp Hen (Porphyrio poliocephalus) in the zoo. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, waterfowl, crakes, rails, ornithology
PMR-D4454 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: historic cast-iron letter box in the Post Office Museum. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, mailbox, postbox, pillar box
PMR-D4453 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: historic cast-iron letter box in the Post Office Museum. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, mailbox, postbox, pillar box
PMR-D4452 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the Night Market offers a wide range of food and snacks, including coconuts, mangoes, grapes, papayas, kiwis, apples, oranges, pineapples, plums and bananas. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, resort, tourists, shopping, trading, bazaar, fruit
PMR-D4451 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the Night Market offers a wide range of food and snacks, including chicken, fish, beef and crocodile meat grilled on skewers. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, resort, tourists, shopping, trading, bazaar
PMR-D4450 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the Night Market offers a wide range of food and snacks, including coconuts, mangoes, durian, ramputans, papayas and bananas. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, resort, tourists, shopping, trading, bazaar, fruit
PMR-D4449 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the Night Market offers a wide range of food and snacks, including fish, pork and chicken, grilled on sticks. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, resort, tourists, shopping, trading, bazaar
PMR-D4448 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the Night Market offers a wide range of food and snacks, including crocodile steaks. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, resort, tourists, shopping, trading, bazaar
PMR-D4447 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the Night Market offers a wide range of food and snacks besides the usual articles. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, resort, tourists, shopping, trading, bazaar
PMR-D4446 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: Royal Paradise Hotel and Spa Tower seen from the pedestrian shopping mall, with fountain in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, high-rise, skyscraper, resort, tourist
PMR-D4445 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: a tribute to much-revered King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) who died on 13th October 2016 after ruling for over 70 years. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, memorial, floral, display, funerary
PMR-D4444 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the palm-tree-lined promenade, sandy beach, and hotels on the far side of the bay. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, tourist, resort, bathing, swimming, leisure
PMR-D4443 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the palm-tree-lined promenade, sandy beach, and hotels on the far side of the bay. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, tourist, resort, bathing, swimming, leisure
PMR-D4442 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the broad, sandy beach lines the bay, backed by palm trees. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, tourist, resort, bathing, swimming, leisure
PMR-D4441 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the broad, sandy beach lines the bay, backed by palm trees. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, tourist, resort, bathing, swimming, leisure
PMR-D4440 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: Bangla Road (Walking Street), centre of the night life after dark. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, tourist, resort
PMR-D4439 Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: husbands relaxing at their Day Care Center. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, tourist, resort, beer, pub
PMR-D4405 Thailand, Phuket Island: the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd, is 45 metres high, made of reinforced concrete faced with white Burmese jade marble. Still unfinished in November 2016. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, statue, giant, monolith, serene, peaceful
PMR-D4404 Thailand, Phuket Island: palm trees, silhouetted against a golden sunset, on Mount Nagakerd. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, twilight
PMR-D4403 Thailand, Phuket Island: the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd, is 45 metres high, made of reinforced concrete faced with white Burmese jade marble. Rear view, with entrance to the temple beneath the Buddha figure. Still unfinished in November 2016. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, statue, giant, monolith
PMR-D4402 Thailand, Phuket Island: face of the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd, made of reinforced concrete faced with white Burmese jade marble. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, statue, giant, monolith, serene, peaceful
PMR-D4401 Thailand, Phuket Island: the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd, is 45 metres high, made of reinforced concrete faced with white Burmese jade marble. Still unfinished in November 2016. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, statue, giant, monolith, serene, peaceful
PMR-D4400 Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Khao Khat Hill on the far side of Chalong Bay, with the pier in the foreground, from the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama, landscape
PMR-D4399 Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Phuket City from the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama, landscape
PMR-D4398 Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Phuket City from the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama, landscape
PMR-D4397 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The crematorium building viewed from the terrace of the vihara or chedi. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4396 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. One of the smaller meditation halls. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4395 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. Buddha figures convey a feeling of peace and serenity in the vihara or chedi. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4394 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. Buddha figures convey a feeling of peace and serenity in the vihara or chedi. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4393 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. Facade of the vihara or chedi. Visitors have access to the two floors and the terrace. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4392 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The approach to the vihara or chedi. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4391 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The ornate entry gate with the temple in the background. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4390 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The "ubosot" or prayer hall where ordinations are carried out. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4389 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. View of the main temple, with the belltower in the foreground. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4388 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The ornate tower which crowns the main temple. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4387 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. A closer view of the elegant spire of the chedi or vihara. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4386 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The main temple boasts 4 roof tiers. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4385 Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. This vihara or chedi is filled with many diverse Buddha figures. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour
PMR-D4384 Thailand, Phuket Island: Pukhet Aquarium on Cape Phanwa. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, sea life
PMR-D4383 Thailand, Phuket Island: gardens and steps up to the lookout tower on Khao Khat Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D4382 Thailand, Phuket Island: telephoto view of Phuket city from Khao Khat Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama
PMR-D4381 Thailand, Phuket Island: view of moored boats in Chalong Bay from Khao Khat Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama
PMR-D4380 Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Lon Island in Chalong Bay from Khao Khat Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama
PMR-D4379 Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Taphao Noi and Taphao Yai Islands from Khao Khat Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama
PMR-D4378 Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Phuket city from Khao Khat Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama
PMR-D4377 Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Chalong Bay from the belvedere below Khao Khat. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, seascape, panorama
PMR-D4376 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: vista of palm trees and Bromeliads. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant, epiphyte
PMR-D4375 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: display of Bromeliads. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant, epiphyte
PMR-D4374 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: orchid flower. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant
PMR-D4372 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: display of Bromeliads. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant, epiphyte
PMR-D4371 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: part of the palm tree and fern garden. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant
PMR-D4370 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: topiary garden. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant
PMR-D4369 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: Bromeliad with red foliage. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant, epiphytes
PMR-D4368 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: water lily flower. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant
PMR-D4367 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: orchid flower. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant
PMR-D4365 Thailand, Phang-nga: view of the Wat Tham Suwankhuha Buddhist Temple (Heaven Grotto Temple), situated in two large caverns, with the reclining Buddha on the right. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography
PMR-D4364 Thailand, Phang-nga: reclining Buddha, 15 metres long, in the Wat Tham Suwankhuha Buddhist Temple (Heaven Grotto Temple), situated in two large caverns. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography
PMR-D4363 Thailand, Phang-nga: entrance to the Wat Tham Suwankhuha Buddhist Temple (Heaven Grotto Temple), situated in two large caverns. Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography
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-D4349 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: a remarkable planed-smooth cliff face, leaning on its neighbour, on Ko Phing Kan ("Leaning on itself Island"). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4348 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4347 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4346 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there), seen from the sandy beach. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4345 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there), seen from the sandy beach. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4344 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4343 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4342 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: longtail boats near Ko Phing Kan Island, with karst rocks in the background Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4341 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the remarkable limestone karst rock formations, mostly covered with trees. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4340 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the remarkable limestone karst rock formations, mostly covered with trees. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4339 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the remarkable limestone karst rock formations, mostly covered with trees. Keywords: Siam, Far East, orient, geology, picturesque
PMR-D4338 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the canoe-centre on Talu Island, backed by karst limestone cliffs. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4337 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the stalactite-bedecked cave on Talu Island. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4336 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: canoes coming through the stalactite-bedecked cave on Talu Island. Keywords: Siam, Far East, orient, geology, picturesque
PMR-D4335 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: bizarre limestone cliffs on Talu Island. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4334 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: canoes exploring the bizarre limestone cliffs on Talu Island. Keywords: Siam, geology, Far East, picturesque, orient
PMR-D4333 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: bizarre limestone cliffs on Talu Island. Keywords: Siam, geology, Far East, picturesque, orient
PMR-D4332 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: canoes swarming through the strange limestone cave on Talu Island. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4331 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: canoes swarming through the strange limestone cave on Talu Island. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4330 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: canoes swarming through the strange limestone cave on Talu Island. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4329 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the stalactite-bedecked cave on Talu Island. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4328 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the remarkable limestone karst rock formations, mostly covered with trees. Keywords: Siam, geology, Far East, picturesque, orient
PMR-D4327 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the remarkable limestone karst rock formations, mostly covered with trees. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4326 Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the remarkable limestone karst rock formations, mostly covered with trees. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea
PMR-D4325 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: one of the gaily-painted traditional long tail boats. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, transport, water-bus
PMR-D4324 Thailand, Phuket Island: swivelling power unit which drives the traditional "long tail boats". Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, engine, power-unit
PMR-D4323 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Soi Rommanee. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades
PMR-D4322 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Soi Rommanee. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades
PMR-D4321 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Soi Rommanee. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades
PMR-D4320 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Soi Rommanee. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades
PMR-D4319 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Nimit Dudani Circle with its colourful gardens and fountain with seahorse motif. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east
PMR-D4318 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Nimit Dudani Circle with its colourful gardens and fountain with seahorse motif. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east
PMR-D4317 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Nimit Dudani Circle with its colourful gardens and fountain with seahorse motif. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east
PMR-D4316 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: tribute to King Bhumibol Adulyadej ("Rama IX") who died on 13th October 2016. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, royal, monarch, reign, mourning
PMR-D4315 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: the old Police Station (1907) with its clock tower is a local landmark. In the background is the old Standard Chartered Bank building. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture
PMR-D4314 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: the old Police Station (1907) with its clock tower is a local landmark. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture
PMR-D4313 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Phang-Nga Road. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades
PMR-D4312 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese house facade on Phang-Nga Road Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture
PMR-D4311 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: colourful graffiti art on the corner of Soi Rommanee. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, artistic, striking
PMR-D4310 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Soi Rommanee. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades
PMR-D4309 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: colourful gable on the Wat Phuttha Mongkhon Nimit Buddhist Temple. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4308 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Phuttha Mongkhon Nimit Buddhist Temple with golden stupas in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D4307 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: name plate on Soi Rommanee, where many of the Sino-Portuguese facades have been restored. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture
PMR-D4306 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese house on Soi Rommanee. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades
PMR-D4305 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Soi Rommanee. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades
PMR-D4304 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Sang Tham Shrine, originally named Sin Jia Geng, was founded by the Hokkien Chinese descendants of the Tan Luan Jae family in 1891 to provide them with a holy place to worship their ancestors. The architecture shows traditional Hokkien Chinese influence. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D4303 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Sang Tham Shrine, originally named Sin Jia Geng, was founded by the Hokkien Chinese descendants of the Tan Luan Jae family in 1891 to provide them with a holy place to worship their ancestors. The architecture shows traditional Hokkien Chinese influence. Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D4302 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: historic clock tower on Surin Circle traffic island, with the Metropole Hotel in the background. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture
PMR-D4301 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: reflections in the canal, looking towards the Phang-Nga road bridge. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D4300 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: the historic Standard, Chartered Bank building, a fine exponent of Sino-Portuguese architecture. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D4299 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: the separate bell tower, with "naga" in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4298 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: an ornate, gilded gable on the meditation hall. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4297 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: a row of "nagas" guarding the approach steps. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4296 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: closer view of the ornate gable. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4295 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: entrance to the "bot", surmounted by an ornate gable. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4294 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: three-headed "naga" guarding the approach steps. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden
PMR-D4293 Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: tribute to King Bhumibol Adulyadej ("Rama IX") who died on 13th October 2016. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, royal, monarch, reign, mourning
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-D4243 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: Alpine Ragwort (Senecio alpinus) on Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D4242 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: Dog Daisies (Anthemis arvensis) and Harebells (Campanula rotundifolia) on Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D4241 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: strange rock formations on the path to the summit of Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology
PMR-D4240 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: strange rock formations on the path to the summit of Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology
PMR-D4239 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of the town of Tegernsee with the Herzoglich Bayerisches Brauhaus on Lake Tegern from the summit of Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology
PMR-D4238 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of the path leading from the Aueralm Hut to Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) with Lake Tegern in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology
PMR-D4237 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of the path leading to Mount Fockenstein, seen from the summit (1562 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology
PMR-D4236 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of the Aueralm Hut ((1269 metres) from the summit of Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology
PMR-D4235 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of the path leading from the Aueralm Hut to Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) with Lake Tegern in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology
PMR-D4234 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: summit cross on Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) with Lake Tegern in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology
PMR-D4233 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of the path leading to Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology
PMR-D4232 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of Lake Tegern from Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres), with flowers of Arnica montana in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology, wildflowers, botany
PMR-D4231 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: strange rock formations approaching the summit of Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology
PMR-D4230 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: Jack-by-the-Hedge or Garlic Mustard (Alliaria petiolata) on Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D4229 Flowering Cobweb Houseleek (Sempervivum arachnoideum) and Thick-leaved Stonecrop (Sedum dasyphyllum). Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D4228 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: snowy Karwendel Mountains reflected in the Wildensee Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery
PMR-D4227 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: snowy Karwendel Mountains reflected in the Wildensee Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery
PMR-D4226 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: snowy Karwendel Mountains from the Kranzberg (1391 metres) with a geological display of rocks in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery
PMR-D4225 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Oxlip (Primula elatior) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D4224 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Kingcups or Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D4223 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: snowy Karwendel Mountains from the Kranzberg (1391 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery
PMR-D4222 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: snowy Wetterstein Mountains from the Kranzberg (1391 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery
PMR-D4221 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: snowy Karwendel Mountains from the Kranzberg (1391 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery
PMR-D4220 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4219 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: masses of Cinquefoil (Potentilla verna) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D4218 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4212 England, Sussex, Littlehampton: waterfront on the River Arun estuary, with yacht moorings. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, port, harbour, boats, jetty, quay, promenade
PMR-D4211 Flower on Epiphyllum hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, forest cactus, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful
PMR-D4210 Turkey, Mugia Province, Milas: an arched Roman gate, originally part of the town wall, reveals a carved "double axe" ("labrys") on the keystone, which was the symbol of Zeus. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4209 Turkey, Mugia Province, Milas: an arched Roman gate, originally part of the town wall, reveals a carved "double axe" ("labrys") on the keystone on the town-side, which was the symbol of Zeus. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4208 Turkey, Mugia Province, Euromos: a well preserved Roman Temple of Zeus dating from the 2nd century AD has 16 standing Corinthian columns with architraves. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4207 Turkey, Mugia Province, Euromos: a well preserved Roman Temple of Zeus dating from the 2nd century AD has 16 standing Corinthian columns with architraves. Each column was sponsored by a different donor whose name was recorded on a tablet. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4206 Turkey, Mugia Province, Euromos: a well preserved Roman Temple of Zeus dating from the 2nd century AD has 16 standing Corinthian columns with architraves. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4204 Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC. A wide stairway, part of the Sacred Way, leading from the Propylaeum. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda
PMR-D4203 Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC. Retaining wall to the north of the Propylaeum. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda
PMR-D4202 Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC. The best preserved building, the Andron (mens' chamber) of Idreius. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda
PMR-D4201 Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC. The ruins of the Temple of Zeus, with the Andron of Idreius to the right. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda
PMR-D4200 Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC. Partly preserved building at the east end of the North Stoa. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda
PMR-D4199 Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC. View to the south-east of the site where the Propylaeum (entrance) is situated. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda
PMR-D4198 Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC. View of the west of the site, with Temple of Zeus and the Andron of Idrieus. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda
PMR-D4197 Turkey, Mugla Province: the coastline near Akbuk, on the way to Milas. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , picturesque, landscape, wooded
PMR-D4196 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Marmaris: statue of a young girl on the quay, with crowded moorings behind. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, monument, sculpture
PMR-D4195 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Marmaris: the sisterships, Bahriyeli A, Bahriyeli B and Bahriyeli D, moored at the quay. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship
PMR-D4194 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: mooring in a deserted bay for snorkeling. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship
PMR-D4193 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: mooring in a deserted bay for snorkeling. With Turkish flag. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship
PMR-D4192 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, fortifications, defence, historic, archeology, antiquity
PMR-D4191 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, fortifications, defence, historic, archeology, antiquity
PMR-D4190 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, fortifications, defence, historic, archeology, antiquity
PMR-D4189 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: Greek ferry of Dodekanisos Seaways passing the island of Symi. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, shipping, colourful
PMR-D4188 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the jetty and harbourmaster's office, with the mosque and minaret behind. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, yachts, port, moorings
PMR-D4187 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: sailing boat Bahriyeli C moored at the jetty. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, picturesque, yachts, port, boats, moorings
PMR-D4186 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: sun-loungers with straw umbrellas spread along the beach. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, yachts, jetty, port, boats, moorings
PMR-D4185 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the town square, with its colourful tiled pavilion surrounded by cafe tables. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, relaxing, coffee bar, gossip
PMR-D4184 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the promenade, with open air restaurant. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, yachts, jetty, port, boats, moorings
PMR-D4183 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the jetty, crowded with small boats, with yacht basin behind. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, port, moorings
PMR-D4182 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the jetty, crowded with small boats, with the mosque and minaret behind. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, yachts, port, moorings
PMR-D4181 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). The "Italian Tower" (left), the "French Tower" (right), and the "English Tower" (centre). Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising
PMR-D4180 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising
PMR-D4179 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): Greenpeace ship "Rainbow Warrior" in the harbour. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising
PMR-D4178 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). The "English Tower" on the left. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising
PMR-D4174 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): the German Tower in St. Peter's Castle, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising
PMR-D4172 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): Greek family gravestone, displayed in the castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising
PMR-D4171 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): view of the harbour yacht basin, with all berths occupied, from the walls of St. Peter's Castle. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, pleasure craft, culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising
PMR-D4170 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): view of the town and harbour from the walls of St Peter's Castle, with mosque in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising, fortifications, defence
PMR-D4169 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): the Spanish or Snake Tower in St. Peter's Castle, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising
PMR-D4168 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): view of the waterfront and town from the castle of St. Peter. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising
PMR-D4166 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). View from the harbour. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising
PMR-D4164 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): view from the harbour. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising
PMR-D4163 Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising
PMR-D4158 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. Aerial view of the site. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4157 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. Damaged figure of a lion. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4156 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. Mythical sea creatures on a panel at the base of one of the columns. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4155 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. Two re-erected Ionic columns with architrave. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4154 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. Two re-erected Ionic columns with architrave. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4153 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. Many such Medusa-heads originally adorned the architrave. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4152 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. The bull's head is a frequently used motiv for column capitals. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4151 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. The Pronaos with double row of columns which were completed. Remains of a round well in front of the temple. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4150 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 base of a column with carved panels of fantasies. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4149 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 base of a column with modified "Greek Key" pattern. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4148 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 fantasies. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
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-D4146 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 (the Branchidae) may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi. Part of the Adyton (interior), originally planted with laurels, and reserved to the priests. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4145 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(the Branchidae) may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi. The drums of a complete fallen column. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4144 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 (the Branchidae) may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi. Steps leading up to the Stylobate. with two re-erected columns on the long side. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4143 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 (the Branchidae) may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi. Steps leading up to the Stylobate. with two re-erected columns on the long side. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic
PMR-D4142 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: sailing ship Bahriyeli C, moored off the coast. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship
PMR-D4141 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the flower-lined promenade leading to the popular sandy beach. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, holiday resort, colourful, beach, bathing
PMR-D4140 Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: palm trees line the promenade which serves the length of the beach. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, holiday resort, colourful, beach, bathing
PMR-D4139 Turkey, Bodrum Peninsula, Gümüslük: a tempting offer of fresh fish for the gourmet. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, eating, dining, fruit of the sea, restaurant
PMR-D4138 Turkey, Bodrum Peninsula, Gümüslük: a tempting offer of fresh fish for the gourmet. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, eating, dining, fruit of the sea, restaurant
PMR-D4137 Turkey, Bodrum Peninsula, Gümüslük: colourful restaurants crowding the waterfront and offering the visitor endless choice of seafood. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, jetty, gourmet, eating, dining, fruit of the sea
PMR-D4136 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: view of the Military Harbour and the Commercial Harbour from the lighthouse on Triopion Peninsula. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4135 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: lighthouse on Triopion Peninsula. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque
PMR-D4133 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Shopping street, behind the east-west stoa. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4132 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. The smaller, Roman, amphitheatre, with seating for about 5,000 persons. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4131 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Looking along the line of the east-west stoa, with the remains of the Dionysus Temple on the left. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4130 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. The Dionysus Temple surrounded by stone fragments, with the line of the east-west stoa marked by 3-4 columns. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4129 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. The Dionysus Temple, surrounded by rows of stone fragments, with the Commercial Harbour in the background. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4128 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Fallen Doric columns, with sailing boats in the Commercial Harbour in the background. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4127 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. An antique sun dial. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4126 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Remains of a row of shops. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4125 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Ruined towers for the defence of the Military Harbour, and the present day lighthouse on the Triopian Peninsula. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4124 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. The narrow entry channel into the Military Harbour. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4123 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. View of the Military Harbour (centre) and the Commercial Harbour (left), formerly connected by a strip of water. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4122 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Remains of the circular Athena Temple and altar. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4121 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Shops or business units at the west end of the stoa. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4120 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. The main east-west street. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4119 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Remains of the Dionysus Temple, with the old commercial harbour in the background. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4118 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. One of the ornately carved architrave stones from the Dionysus Temple. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4117 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Rows of exquisitely carved architrave stones from the Dionysus Temple, with surviving columns of the east-west stoa. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations
PMR-D4116 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula: sheltering from the sun in the shade of the "Stone Oak" before returning to the ship. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, hiking
PMR-D4115 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula: sheltering from the sun in the shade of the "Stone Oak" before returning to the ship. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, hiking
PMR-D4114 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula: view from the "Stone Oak" Ridge, with the Island of Symi in the distance. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship
PMR-D4113 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula: a circular, domed water cistern from antiquity, on the path to the Stone Oak. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, historic, archaic
PMR-D4112 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula: Bahriyeli moored in Swines' Bay (Domuzcukuru) for an excursion to the Stone Oak. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship
PMR-D4111 Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Datca: view of the harbour, with Bahriyeli moored on the quay. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship
PMR-D4110 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula: ruined houses and former garden walls in the deserted Greek village of Kalamaki. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, ruins, archeology, historic
PMR-D4109 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula: ruined houses and working surfaces in the deserted Greek village of Kalamaki. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, ruins, archeology, historic
PMR-D4108 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula: ruined houses and working surfaces in the deserted Greek village of Kalamaki. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, ruins, archeology, historic
PMR-D4107 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula: approaching the deserted Greek village of Kalamaki: a ruined watch tower. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, ruins, archeology, historic
PMR-D4106 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula: landing with ship's boat for an excursion to the deserted Greek village of Kalamaki. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship
PMR-D4105 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, fortifications, defence, historic, archeology, antiquity
PMR-D4104 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, fortifications, defence, historic, archeology, antiquity
PMR-D4103 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of Bozzukale Bay from Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship
PMR-D4102 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of Bozzukale Bay from Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship
PMR-D4101 Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: climbing the peninsula to the ruins of Loryma Fortress, with the sailing ship in the background. Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, hiking
PMR-D4100 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: Unterammergau in the Ammergauer Alps from Mount Hörnle. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D4099 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: picnickers on Mount Hörnle enjoy an impressive panorama. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D4098 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: Hörnle Hut (1390 metres) and viewing platform on Mount Hörnle, from the Middle-Hörnle summit. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D4097 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: Hörnle Hut (1390 metres) and viewing platform on Mount Hörnle, from the Middle-Hörnle summit. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D4096 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: summit cross and viewing platform on top of Mount Hörnle. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D4095 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: view over the town from the top of Mount Hörnle, with the chairlift in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D4091 Germany, Bavaria, Kulmbach: Plassenburg Fortress, seat of the Franconian Hohenzollerns for 450 years, dominates the town. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fortificationss, defence
PMR-D4090 Germany, Bavaria, Kulmbach: giant beer casks in front of the Baroque Rathaus (Town Hall) during the beer festival. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage, culture
PMR-D4089 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: an unusual cleft through the cliff, part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century. Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fantastic, tuff-stone, unusual, grotto, Franconia
PMR-D4088 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: "Vulcan's Cave", part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century. Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fantastic, tuff-stone, unusual, grotto, Franconia
PMR-D4087 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: a natural gateway through the cliff, part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century. Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fantastic, tuff-stone, unusual, grotto, Franconia
PMR-D4086 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: an unusual cleft in the cliff, part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century. Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fantastic, tuff-stone, unusual, grotto, Franconia
PMR-D4085 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: a "ruined" open air theatre, viewed from the "Calypso Grotto", part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century. Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fantastic, tuff-stone, unusual, grotto, Franconia
PMR-D4084 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: a "ruined" open air theatre, part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century. Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fantastic, tuff-stone, unusual, grotto, Franconia
PMR-D4083 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: a golden field of hay awaiting harvest. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, landscape, agriculture, colourful, Franconia
PMR-D4082 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: a golden field of hay awaiting harvest. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, landscape, agriculture, colourful, Franconia
PMR-D4081 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156, framed by bizarre rock formations. Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, historic, heritage, architecture
PMR-D4080 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156, framed by bizarre rock formations. Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, historic, heritage, architecture
PMR-D4079 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156, framed by bizarre rock formations. Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, historic, heritage, architecture
PMR-D4078 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156, was part of a signalling network in Franconia using smoke from the top of its tower. Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, historic, heritage, architecture
PMR-D4077 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: view from the tower of Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156 Keywords: picturesque, park, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, historic, heritage, Franconia
PMR-D4075 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156, was part of a signalling network in Franconia using smoke from the top of its tower. The former inn, in the foreground, is used for its administration. Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, historic, heritage, architecture
PMR-D4074 Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: the Oriental Building and its formal gardens, part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century. Keywords: picturesque, flowers, colourful, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture
PMR-D4073 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: one of the shady walks in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Markgravine Wilhelmina. Keywords: picturesque, park, garden, heritage, gravel path
PMR-D4072 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: rear view of the Sun Temple of Apollo, part of the crescent-shaped New Castle (1750) in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Markgravine Wilhelmina. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, garden, historic, heritage, Baroque, Rococo
PMR-D4071 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: gilded figure of Apollo with four horses, on the dome of the Sun Temple, the centrepiece of the New Castle (1750) in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Markgravine Wilhelmina. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage, statue, gold, golden, sun, Baroque
PMR-D4070 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: fountain courtyard in the the Old Castle dating from 1715 in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Margravine Wilhelmina. Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, grotto, historic, heritage, Baroque
PMR-D4069 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: part of the crescent-shaped facade of the New Castle (1750) in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Markgravine Wilhelmina. Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, garden, historic, heritage, Baroque
PMR-D4068 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: the Old Castle dating from 1715 in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Margravine Wilhelmina. Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, grotto, historic, heritage, tuff-stone
PMR-D4066 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: maypole in the market place. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, culture, mediaeval, village, cobblestones
PMR-D4065 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): colourful creepers climbing on frames. Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park
PMR-D4064 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): model village - St Georgen with its lake (gravel) about 1760. Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park
PMR-D4063 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): model village - St Georgen with its lake (gravel) about 1760. Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park
PMR-D4062 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): Small White butterfly on Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria). Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park
PMR-D4061 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): view of the park and lake with flower beds in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park
PMR-D4060 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): a colourful bed of mixed flowers. Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park
PMR-D4059 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): the delicate colouring of this composite flower almost resembles a sea anemone. Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park
PMR-D4058 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): a mass of purple flowers. Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park
PMR-D4057 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): Rudbeckia hirta (hybrid). Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park
PMR-D4056 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): Rudbeckia hirta (hybrid). Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park
PMR-D4055 Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): floral colour combinations in a pavilion. Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park
PMR-D4054 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4053 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4052 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4051 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4050 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4049 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4048 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D4047 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D0623 Thailand, Bangkok: row of standing Buddhas in the cloisters of Wat Pho, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D2891 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the coat of arms of the Grand Master Emery d'Amboise with flamboyant style framing and crowned with a fleur de lys, on the Kastellania (1503), the former law courts, now housing the city library, in Hippocratous Square (Platia Ippokratou) in the old city. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2890 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Street of the Knights of St. John, leading from the harbour direct to the Palace of the Grand Master. The handsome entrance of the Inn of the French Knights, dating from 1492, with the arms of the Order (left) and of Grand Master Emery d'Amboise (right). The building currently houses the French Embassy. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2889 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Street of the Knights of St. John, leading from the harbour direct to the Palace of the Grand Master. The tiny Holy Trinity Church with the figure of the Virgin under a baldachin. The next building (with flags) is the house of the sacristan. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2888 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Street of the Knights of St. John, leading from the harbour direct to the Palace of the Grand Master. On the left the Inn of the Knights of Provence, with four coats of arms over the vaulted gate: top - the arms of France, to the left the arms of the Order, to the right the arms of del Carretto, and bottom Flotta of Toulouse. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2887 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the town, overlooked by the acropolis on its mighty rock. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2886 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the town, overlooked by the acropolis on its mighty rock. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2883 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos, acropolis: Hellenistic staircase and (20) re-erected Doric columns of the Hellenistic stoa, both dating from about 200 BC. Byzantine church of Agios Ioannis in the background. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2880 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the town from the acropolis, with the 14th century Panagia Church and its belltower and the Platia Eleftherias, the starting point for buses and taxis. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, panorama
PMR-D2879 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the town from the acropolis. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, panorama
PMR-D2878 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the town from the acropolis. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, panorama
PMR-D2877 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the Bay of Pallas, which has a fine sandy beach for bathing. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2876 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: almost completely enclosed, St Paul's Bay is where the apostle is said to have landed during a storm. View from the acropolis. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2870 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the town from the path to the acropolis, with the 14th century Panagia Church and its belltower on the right. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, panorama
PMR-D2869 Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the Bay of Pallas, which has a fine sandy beach for bathing. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2867 Greece, Island of Rhodes: part of the Turkish cemetery, a leafy oasis of peace in the new town. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2866 Greece, Island of Rhodes: part of the Turkish cemetery, a leafy oasis of peace in the new town. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2865 Greece, Island of Rhodes: part of the Turkish cemetery, a leafy oasis of peace in the new town. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2864 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the Aga Mosque on Odos Socratous in the old town. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2863 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Suleiman Mosque in the old town with its handsome minaret was built in 1808 on the site of a number of demolished secular buildings. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2862 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the Retzep (Rejeb) Pasha Mosque, built in 1588 by the Turks, using much material from Byzantine and Knights' architecture. It is now used as a Christian church. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2861 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the Retzep (Rejeb) Pasha Mosque, built in 1588 by the Turks, using much material from Byzantine and Knights' architecture. It is now used as a Christian church. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2860 Greece, Island of Rhodes: old Turkish houses off the Odos Omirou in the old town. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, cobblestones
PMR-D2857 Greece, Island of Rhodes: old Turkish houses off the Odos Omirou in the old town. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2856 Greece, Island of Rhodes: carving round an arched door in the old town. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2855 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the Kastellania (1503), the former law courts, now housing the city library, in Hippocratous Square (Platia Ippokratou) in the old city. Above the steps is the artistically carved coat of arms of Grand Master Emery d'Amboise. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2854 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Platia Martirion Efreon (Jewish Martyrs' Square), formerly called "Archbishop Square", named for the ca. 2000 Jews who were rounded up here by the Nazis and transported to concentration camps. In the centre is a fountain, crowned with 3 bronze seahorses, introduced during the Italian occupation. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2850 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Hippocratous Square (Platia Ippokratou) in the old city, its fountain surrounded by tavernas, with the castellated towers of the Marine Gate in the background. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2849 Greece, Island of Rhodes: open air cafe under a shady tree by the Inn of the Knights of Auvergne. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2848 Greece, Island of Rhodes: view of the old city walls and moat with the Gate d'Amboise and Palace of the Grand Master behind. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2847 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the sports stadium, dating from the 3rd century BC, on the Acropolis of Rhodes, restored during the Italian occupation. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2846 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the marble amphitheatre on the Acropolis of Rhodes, rebuilt during the Italian occupation. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2845 Greece, Island of Rhodes: three columns of the former Apollo Temple on the Acropolis of Rhodes, re-erected during the Italian occupation. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2844 Greece, Island of Rhodes: three columns of the former Apollo Temple on the Acropolis of Rhodes, re-erected during the Italian occupation. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2843 Greece, Island of Rhodes: three columns of the former Apollo Temple on the Acropolis of Rhodes, re-erected during the Italian occupation. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2842 Greece, Island of Rhodes: view from the Acropolis of Rhodes, with the marble amphitheatre, re-erected during the Italian occupation, in the foreground. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2841 Greece, Island of Rhodes: three columns of the former Apollo Temple on the Acropolis of Rhodes, re-erected during the Italian occupation. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2839 Greece, Island of Rhodes: ablutions fountain belonging to the Ibrahim Pasha Mosque in Platonos Square. The mosque dates back to 1531, and is the oldest on the island. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2838 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the Byzantine church Agios Spiridon, dates back to the 11th century, and still retains its minaret from its time as a mosque. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2837 Greece, Island of Rhodes: taverna in a courtyard in the old town. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2836 Greece, Island of Rhodes: typical street in the old town, with regular buttress-arches. Tables of a taverna on the left. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2835 Greece, Island of Rhodes: minaret of the Suleiman Mosque, built in 1808, with a typical Turkish house in the foreground. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2834 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Agios Georgios, a Byzantine church from the 14th century, with its cupola drum decorated with arched niches. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2833 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Turkish houses in the Odos Ierokleous, on the line of the old Byzantine defence wall. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2832 Greece, Island of Rhodes: part of the loggia in the inner courtyard of the Palace of the Grand Master, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century on the site of an earlier Byzantine citadel. Largely rebuilt during the Italian occupation. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2831 Greece, Island of Rhodes: entrance to Mandraki Harbour, with deer and stag, the heraldic symbols of the island, on columns either side. Opposite, the Fortress of St. Nicholas with (later) lighthouse, built 1464-7 for the protection of the harbour. The Colossus of Rhodes, erected 292 BC, may have stood astride this harbour entrance. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2830 Greece, Island of Rhodes: entrance to Mandraki Harbour, with deer and stag, the heraldic symbols of the island, on columns either side. Opposite, the Fortress of St. Nicholas with (later) lighthouse, built 1464-7 for the protection of the harbour. The Colossus of Rhodes, erected 292 BC, may have stood astride this harbour entrance. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2829 Greece, Island of Rhodes: entrance to Mandraki Harbour, with deer and stag, the heraldic symbols of the island, on columns either side. Opposite, the Fortress of St. Nicholas with (later) lighthouse, built 1464-7 for the protection of the harbour. The Colossus of Rhodes, erected 292 BC, may have stood astride this harbour entrance. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2828 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the mole of Mandraki Harbour with the fortress and lighthouse of St. Nicholas at the end, and three 15th century windmills in the foreground. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2827 Greece, Island of Rhodes: three windmills (ca. 15th century) standing on the mole of Mandraki Harbour. The mountains behind are on the Turkish mainland. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2826 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Cannonballs embedded in the wall near the Akandia Gate. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence
PMR-D2824 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. The Bastion del Carretto or Italian Tower, built 1515-17 in the "Tongue" of Provence. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence
PMR-D2823 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Part of the "Tongue" of Provence in the south east of the old city. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence
PMR-D2820 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. View of the wall through an arch at St. John's Gate, from the moat. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence
PMR-D2818 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Masses of Crown Daisies (Chrysanthemum coronarium) in the moat between the city wall and "terreplein" of the "Tongue" of England. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence, flora, botany, wildflowers
PMR-D2817 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Tower of the Virgin Mary and its bastion in the south-west corner of the old city. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence
PMR-D2816 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. View between the wall and "terreplein" of the Spanish "Tongue", with the Tower of Spain in the distance. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence
PMR-D2815 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. The "terreplein" (embankment, or second wall) of the Spanish "Tongue" Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence
PMR-D2814 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Part of the Tower of Spain, built in 1489 by Pierre d'Aubusson, whose arms can be seen to the left. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence
PMR-D2813 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Part of the "Tongue of Auverne" with masses of Crown Daisies (Chrysanthemum coronarium) in the foreground. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence, flora, wildflowers, botany
PMR-D2812 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. The Bastion of St George, with piles of Ottoman cannonballs in the moat. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence
PMR-D2811 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Amboise Gate in the German "Tongue", seen from the moat. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence
PMR-D2809 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Turkish houses in the Odos Ierokleous, with the clock tower visible at the end. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2808 Greece, Island of Rhodes: entrance to the Palace of the Grand Master between two castellated, round towers. Dating back to the 8th century, the palace was fortified by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2807 Greece, Island of Rhodes: entrance to the Palace of the Grand Master between two castellated, round towers. Dating back to the 8th century, the palace was fortified by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2806 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Street of the Knights of St. John, leading from the harbour direct to the Palace of the Grand Master. The facade of the Inn of the French Knights, dating from 1492. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2805 Greece, Island of Rhodes: ruins of the Greek Temple of Aphrodite in Symis Square, with the Eleftherias (Liberty) Gate in the background. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2804 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the walls of the old city and Palace of the Grand Master, from Mandraki Harbour, with moored pleasure craft. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2803 Greece, Island of Rhodes: entrance to Mandraki Harbour, with deer and stag, the heraldic symbols of the island, on columns either side. Opposite, Evangelismos Church, built by Florestano di Fausto, during the Italian occupation, as a reconstruction of the Knights' Church of St. John, destroyed 1856 by a gunpowder explosion near the palace. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2802 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Street of the Knights of St. John, leading from the harbour direct to the Palace of the Grand Master. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2795 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the main hall of the Knights' Hospital, 50 metres long, built between 1440 and 1489. It could accommodate over 100 beds. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2794 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the arcaded courtyard of the "New" Hospital, which now houses the Archeological Museum. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2793 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the arcaded courtyard of the "New" Hospital, which now houses the Archeological Museum. A pile of Turkish cannonballs in the foreground. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2792 Greece, Island of Rhodes: open air cafe under a shady tree by the Inn of the Knights of Auvergne. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2791 Greece, Island of Rhodes: Argyrokastrou Square with the 14th century hospital built by Grandmaster Roger de Pins. Early Christian fountain introduced during the Italian occupation. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller
PMR-D2790 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the double crenellated towers of the Cannon Gate to the Grand Masters Palace. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders
PMR-D2789 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the clock tower, built in 1852 on the site of a demolished defence tower. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders
PMR-D2787 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. The double wall and double moat of the "English Tongue", from the Tower of the Virgin Mary. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence
PMR-D2786 Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. The double wall and double moat of the "English Tongue", from the Tower of the Virgin Mary. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence
PMR-D2785 Greece, Island of Rhodes: house in the old town with collectionof pot plants. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos
PMR-D2770 Netherlands, Amsterdam: a row of stately 17th century merchants houses dwarfed by a more modern edifice. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2769 Netherlands, Amsterdam: a fine display of old Delft and contemporary pottery in a shop window in Nieuwe Spiegelstraat in the antiques quarter. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, ceramics
PMR-D2768 Netherlands, Amsterdam: small boats moored under a row of trees in autumn foliage. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, canal
PMR-D2767 Netherlands, Amsterdam: colourful facades reflected in the waters of a canal. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2766 Netherlands, Amsterdam: autumn foliage and handsome facades reflected in the canal water - view from Nieuwe Spiegelstraat. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2765 Netherlands, Amsterdam: autumn foliage and handsome facades reflected in the canal water - view from Nieuwe Spiegelstraat. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2764 Netherlands, Amsterdam: an example of Art Deco architecture, an eclectic mixture of styles. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, Art Nouveau, Jugendstil
PMR-D2763 Netherlands, Amsterdam: "Saturnus", one of the traditional carved stone tablets over the door of an old burgher house. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2762 Netherlands, Amsterdam: the tower of the Westerkerk (1631) at 85m is the highest in Amsterdam. It was designed in Renaissance style by Hendrick de Keyser. Autumn foliage in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2761 Netherlands, Amsterdam: this canal is crossed by five successive bridges. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2760 Netherlands, Amsterdam: Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge), a traditional Dutch lifting bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, engineering
PMR-D2759 Netherlands, Amsterdam: a succession of bridges over the canal. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2758 Netherlands, Amsterdam: colourful houseboats moored on the Brouwersgracht (canal). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, floating homes
PMR-D2757 Netherlands, Amsterdam: autumn foliage reflected in the canal. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2756 Netherlands, Amsterdam: handsome office buildings on Weterings Schans, overlooking the Singelgracht (canal) with the flower-bedecked bridge in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2755 Netherlands, Amsterdam: handsome office buildings on Weterings Schans, overlooking the Singelgracht (canal) from the flower-bedecked bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2754 Netherlands, Amsterdam: handsome office buildings on Weterings Schans, overlooking the Singelgracht, with a passing canal cruiser in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2753 Netherlands, Amsterdam: handsome office buildings on Weterings Schans, overlooking the Singelgracht (canal) from the flower-bedecked bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2752 Netherlands, Amsterdam: handsome office buildings on Weterings Schans, overlooking the Singelgracht (canal). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2751 Netherlands, Amsterdam: the Gothic/Renaissance Revival facade of the Rijksmuseum, designed by Pierre Cuypers, which opened its doord on 13th July 1885. In 2013 it reopened after a ten-year-long reconstruction and medernisation. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, art gallery, paintings, Rembrandt, visual arts
PMR-D2750 Netherlands, Amsterdam: the impressive Gothic/Renaissance Revival facade of Amsterdam Centraal Railway Station, designed by Pierre Cuypers (who also designed the Rijksmuseum) and opened in 1889. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D2749 Netherlands, Amsterdam: the impressive Gothic/Renaissance Revival facade of Amsterdam Centraal Railway Station, designed by Pierre Cuypers (who also designed the Rijksmuseum) and opened in 1889. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland
PMR-D1200 People's Republic of China, Tibet: a lookout terrace on the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra River, at a former river-burial point. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion, landscape
PMR-D1199 People's Republic of China, Tibet: fishing boats on the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra River, with plantations of poplar trees in the background. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1198 People's Republic of China, Tibet: an arm of the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra River. Keywords: architecture, landscape, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1197 People's Republic of China, Tibet: an arm of the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra River, with plantations of poplar trees. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1196 People's Republic of China, Tibet: new bridge over the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra River near Dagar. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1195 People's Republic of China, Tibet: colourful Buddha figure carved in the cliffs, with shrine, on the road to Lhasa. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1194 People's Republic of China, Tibet: colourful Buddha figure carved in the cliffs, on the road to Lhasa. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1193 People's Republic of China, Tibet: the snowline on the High Plateau, with snow-covered mountains as a backdrop. Keywords: Asian, inhospitable, harsh, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, cold
PMR-D1192 People's Republic of China, Tibet: the snowline on the High Plateau, with snow-covered mountains as a backdrop. Keywords: Asian, inhospitable, harsh, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, cold
PMR-D1191 People's Republic of China, Tibet: yaks/dzo and sheep grazing on the High Plateau. Keywords: Asian, harsh, inhospitable, cold, fauna, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist
PMR-D1190 People's Republic of China, Tibet: houses on the High Plateau, with snow-covered mountains behind. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1189 People's Republic of China, Tibet: railway depot on the snow-covered High Plateau. Keywords: Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, cold, inhospitable
PMR-D1188 People's Republic of China, Tibet: yaks/dzo on the snow-covered High Plateau. Keywords: Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, fauna, cold, inhospitable
PMR-D1187 People's Republic of China, Tibet: yaks/dzo on the snow-covered High Plateau. Keywords: Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, fauna, cold, inhospitable
PMR-D1185 People's Republic of China, Tibet: locomotive of the newly opened Tibet Railway, the highest in the world, hauling a train through typical scenery. Keywords: religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, picturesque
PMR-D1184 People's Republic of China, Tibet: restaurant car in the newly opened Tibet Railway, the highest in the world. Keywords: religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, picturesque
PMR-D1183 People's Republic of China, Tibet: a carriage in the newly opened Tibet Railway, the highest in the world. Keywords: religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, picturesque
PMR-D1142 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: church of the former Benedictine Monastery of St. Michael, on Michelsburg. Seen from Villa Remeis. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, architecture
PMR-D1141 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: church of the former Benedictine Monastery of St. Michael. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR-D1140 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: fortified defence wall of Altenburg, with tower. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, fortifications, defence, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR-D1139 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: view of the church of the former Benedictine Monastery of St. Michael, from Altenburg. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR-D1138 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: view of the cathedral towers from Altenburg. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR-D1137 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: the main entrance to Altenburg, across the former drawbridge. Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, defence, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR-D1136 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: Altenburg, on one of the city's six hills, was last rebuilt in the 16th century. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, fortifications, defence, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR-D1135 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: the two west towers are Gothic in style, copied from the cathedral of Laon, in northern France (including the donkeys!). Keywords: picturesque, Franconia, fortifications, defence, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR-D1134 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg Cathedral: Adamspforte, the main, and oldest door, with left St Stephen, Cunigunde and Emperor Heinrich II, and right, St. Peter, Adam and Eve. Keywords: architecture, historical, picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage
PMR-D1133 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg Cathedral: the Gothic nave, with organ and pulpit. Keywords: picturesque, Franconia, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR-D1132 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg Cathedral: the 19th century pulpit with figures of biblical prophets. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, mediaeval, historical, architecture
PMR-D1131 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg Cathedral: the magnificent Romanesque Furstenportal with the figures of the 12 Apostles standing on the shoulders of the Old Testament Prophets, with Synagog on the side of the damned and Ecclesia on the side of the redeemed. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historical, mediaeval, national heritage
PMR-D1130 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg Cathedral: tympanum of the Romanesque Fürstenportal, showing Christ and the Final Judgement, the damned and the redeemed. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR-D1081 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: part of the beach with motor boat hire. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D1080 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: coastline, with Royal Cliff Beach Resort. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D1079 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: balconies at Royal Cliff Beach Resort Hotel. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach, patterns, repetition
PMR-D1078 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: South Pattaya and Pratumnak Road, view from Buddha Hill Look-out. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1077 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: close-up of the beach and Beach Road, view from Buddha Hill Look-out. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1076 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: hotels and condominiums lining the beach, view from Buddha Hill Lookout. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1075 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: Pattaya jetty and floating restaurants from Buddha Hill Lookout, with Plumeria flowers in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1074 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: Pattaya Bay from Buddha Hill Lookout, with Plumeria flowers in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D1073 Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha: shrine and ferry terminal. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1072 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: ferryboat "Sichang Palace" on the crossing to Sriracha (approx. 1 hour). Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1071a Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: ferryboat "Sichang Palace" arriving from Sriracha. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1071 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful Buddhist grave monuments. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1070 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: bustling Tha Lang Pier with fishing boats and scooter hire, and the look-out tower in the background. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1069 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful jumble of spars and masts in the harbour. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1068 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful fishing boat, with the Chinese Temple in the distance. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1067 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful fishing boats in the harbour, with the look-out tower behind. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1066 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: a closer view of Taam Pang Beach, the only beach on the island. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1065 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: Taam Pang Beach, the only beach on the island. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1064 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: Asdang Pier and fishing boats at Ta Wang. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1063 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: Asdang Pier and fishing boats at Ta Wang. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1062 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful fishing boat moored by the promenade at Ta Wang. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1061 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: fishing boats moored at Ta Wang. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1060 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the jetty with look-out tower from a lower terrace. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1059 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the elegant walkway and beach from the pavilion at Chom Kao Kard. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1058 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the bay with pavilion and white walkway at Chom Kao Kard. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1057 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the raised board walk and the stony beach at Chom Kao Kard. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1056 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: divers pavilions for rest or meditation with a raised board walk down to the rocky shore at Chom Kao Kard. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1055 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: brilliant red flowers of Erythrina. Keywords: holiday resort, flora, hoticulture, botanical, botany, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1054 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: close-up of the colourful boats in the harbour, from the terrace of the San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1053 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the town and a reservoir from the top terrace of the San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1052 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: dragon pillars and Buddha figures on the concourse of the San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1051 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful Chinese decor in the concourse of the San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1050 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: applying gold foil to a revered figure in a cave in the rock at San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1049 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: niche shrine in the rocks at San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1048 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the harbour from a terrace of the San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple, with colourful roof figures. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1047 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the town and harbour from a terrace of the San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach
PMR-D1046 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: a shrine in a small cave at San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1045 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: one of many shrines at San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1044 Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: the Yellow Buddha and its two companion figures at the Tham Chakrabongse Meditation Centre, seen from the ferry. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1043 Thailand, Chiang Mai: colourful entrance to the Myanmar Buddhist Temple, Wat Sai Moon. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D1042 Thailand, Chiang Mai: part of the moat which surrounds the city on four sides, framed by trees. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1041 Thailand, Chiang Mai: wooden footbridge over the moat, opposite Buat Hat Park. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1040 Thailand, Chiang Mai: model elephants on a traffic island, with Ku Ruang corner of the city wall in the background. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1039 Thailand, Chiang Mai: Ku Ruang Corner of the old city wall, with the moat in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1038 Thailand, Chiang Mai: Spotted Dove (Streptopelia chinensis). Keywords: Buddhist, fauna, ornithology, birds, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1037 Thailand, Chiang Mai: the Chang Lom Chedi in Wat Chiang Mun dates back to 1297. It is borne on the backs of 15 brick-and-stucco elephants. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1036 Thailand, Chiang Mai: part of the moat which surrounds the city on four sides, with reflections. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1035 Thailand, Chiang Mai: part of the moat which surrounds the city on four sides, with reflections. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1034 Thailand, Chiang Mai: part of the moat which surrounds the city on four sides, with Doi Suthep Hill in the distance. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1033 Thailand, Chiang Mai: part of the moat which surrounds the city on four sides. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1032 Thailand, Chiang Mai: partially restored temple complex Wat Chedi Luang, dating from 1441. The red and gold interior of the "wihaan". Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Siam
PMR-D1031 Thailand, Chiang Mai: partially restored temple complex Wat Chedi Luang, dating from 1441. Intricate decoration on the gable of the "wihaan", with Buddha figure and twin nagas in front of the entrance. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Siam
PMR-D1030 Thailand, Chiang Mai: partially restored temple complex Wat Chedi Luang, dating from 1441. One of the monks ringing the bell for prayers. Keywords: Buddhist, Siam, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D1029 Thailand, Chiang Mai: partially restored temple complex Wat Chedi Luang, dating from 1441. The famous Emerald Buddha was housed in the eastern niche in 1475, Closer look at one of the reconstructed nagas guarding the south entrance, with reconstructed elephants in the background. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Siam
PMR-D1028 Thailand, Chiang Mai: partially restored temple complex Wat Chedi Luang, dating from 1441. The famous Emerald Buddha was housed in the eastern niche in 1475, Buddha in the south niche, with five reconstructed elephants on the terrace. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Siam
PMR-D1027 Thailand, Chiang Mai: partially restored temple complex Wat Chedi Luang, dating from1441. The famous Emerald Buddha was housed in the eastern niche in 1475, Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Siam
PMR-D1026 Thailand, Chiang Mai: some of the colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, horticulture, flowers, botany, botany, flora, picturesque, Siam, colourful, religious
PMR-D1025 Thailand, Chiang Mai: young Thai girl posing in Hmong costume near colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, Siam, picturesque, pretty girl
PMR-D1024 Thailand, Chiang Mai: young Thai girl posing in Hmong costume near colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, pretty girl, picturesque, Siam, colourful, religious
PMR-D1023 Thailand, Chiang Mai: young Thai girls posing in Hmong costumes near colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, Siam, picturesque, pretty girls
PMR-D1022 Thailand, Chiang Mai: young Thai girls posing in Hmong costumes near colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, Siam, picturesque
PMR-D1021 Thailand, Chiang Mai: some of the colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, flowers, botany, flora, religious, colourful, Siam, picturesque
PMR-D1020 Thailand, Chiang Mai: some of the colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, flowers, botany, flora, picturesque, Siam, colourful, religious
PMR-D1019 Thailand, Chiang Mai: some of the 300+ steps up to Wat Phra That on Doi Suthep Hill (1676 metres), guarded by twin nagas. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, religious, colourful, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D1018 Thailand, Chiang Mai: intimidating gate guard or "yak" at the entrance to Wat Phra That Temple on Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1017 Thailand, Chiang Mai: worshippers at the shrine of Wat Phra That on Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1016 Thailand, Chiang Mai: row of seated Buddhas, backed by murals of Buddha's life, in Wat Phra That, on Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1015 Thailand, Chiang Mai: Lanna-style, copper-plated stupa of Wat Phra That Temple, on Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1014 Thailand, Chiang Mai: Wat Phra That on Doi Suthep Hill was founded by King Phaya Kue Na, sixth king of the Lanna Kingdom, in 1383, when a white elephant, carrying a relic of the true Buddha, chose the spot, trumpeted three times, and died. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1013 Thailand, Chiang Mai: a young Hmong girl from a mountain village, with traditional headdress. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1012 Thailand, Chiang Mai: close view of the head of a "naga" at Wat Phra Singh Temple. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1011 Thailand, Chiang Mai: twin nagas guarding the entrance at Wat Phra Singh Temple. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1010 Thailand, Chiang Mai: shrine with large golden Buddha figure in a secondary "wihaan" at Wat Phra Singh temple. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1009 Thailand, Chiang Mai: group of statues of monks, including one life-like wax effigy, in Wat Phra Singh Temple. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1008 Thailand, Chiang Mai: remarkably life-like wax effigy of a deceased monk in Wat Phra Singh Temple. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D1007 Thailand, Chiang Mai: the Lanna-style "wihaan" of Wat Phra Singh temple dating from about 1400, with the Lion Buddha at the end. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D1006 Thailand, Chiang Mai: Wat Phra Singh Temple with the much revered "Lion Buddha", from which the temple takes its name. On the wall some fine "Laai Kham" gold pattern stencilling is to be seen. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D1005 Thailand, Chonburi: entrance to Sriracha Tiger Zoo. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D1004 Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: 12 tigers in an enclosure - a small part of the inventory. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D1002 Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: young girl with head in crocodile's mouth. Keywords: holiday resort, pretty girl, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D1001 Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: young girl with crocodile. Keywords: holiday resort, pretty girl, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D1000 Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: young girl with crocodile. Keywords: holiday resort, pretty girl, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D0999 Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: trainer with arm in crocodile's mouth. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D0998 Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: trainer with crocodile. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D0996 Myanmar, Yangon: aerial view of the Aung Zeya Suspension Bridge over the Hlaing River. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR-D0992 Myanmar, Bagan: part of a typical rural Burmese village on the road to Bagan. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0991 Myanmar, Bagan: part of a typical rural Burmese village on the road to Bagan. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0990 Myanmar, Bagan: view of Mount Popa (737 metres above Bagan Plain) from the flower-seller's stall. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0989 Myanmar, Bagan: monkey relaxing on Mount Popa, with a temple below in the background. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0988 Myanmar, Bagan: portrait of one of the monkeys on Mount Popa. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0987 Myanmar, Bagan: one of the "Nat" shrines, with some of the 37 Nat principals, on Mount Popa. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0986 Myanmar, Bagan: view of the access road to Mount Popa, with village at the foot of the hill. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0985 Myanmar, Bagan: one of the principal "Nat" (Spirit) figures, worshipped on Mount Popa. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0984 Myanmar, Bagan: hilly landscape with zedi behind Mount Popa, with monkeys in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0983 Myanmar, Bagan: a group of "Nat" spirits, worshipped on Mount Popa. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0982 Myanmar, Bagan: the free-ranging monkeys on Mount Popa are always hungry. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0981 Myanmar, Bagan: shrines on the top of Mount Popa (Sanscrit = "flower"), 737 metres above Bagan Plain. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0980 Myanmar, Bagan: sunset on Bagan Plain. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0979 Myanmar, Bagan: sunset on Bagan Plain. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0978 Myanmar, Bagan: sunset on Bagan Plain. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0977 Myanmar, Bagan: Upali Thein, on the North Plain of Bagan, is a mid-13th century ordination hall and houses some brightly painted frescoes. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
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-D0975 Myanmar, Bagan: the Wetkyi-In-Gubyaukgyi Temple dates from the 13th century and contains some fine frescoes of scenes from the Jataka. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0974 Myanmar, Bagan: woodcarving is a speciality of the Bagan area. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0973 Myanmar, Bagan: some of the pavilions and temples, old and new, on the terrace of Shwezigon Paya at Nyaung U. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0972 Myanmar, Bagan: some of the gilded pavilions on the terrace of Shwezigon Playa, at Nyaung U. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0971 Myanmar, Bagan: the figure of Thagyamin, King of the 37 Nats (Spirits), in a pavilion of Shwezigon Paya, at Nyaung U. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0970 Myanmar, Bagan: the magnificent Shwezigon Paya at Nyaung U was bult in the 11th century during the reign of King Anawrahta. It served as the prototype for virtually all of the later stupas in Myanmar. Keywords: Buddhist, golden, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0969 Myanmar, Bagan: the "hti" (umbrella) of Shwezigon Paya, near Nyaung U, is adorned with numerous bells. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0968 Myanmar, Bagan: demolished in the 1975 earthquake, this reconstruction of Bupaya Stupa is completely gilded. The original probably dated back to about 850. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0967 Myanmar, Bagan: Mahabodhi Temple was built by King Zeyatheinkha in 1215 using the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya, Bihar, India, as a model. It has 465 Buddha figures in the niches in the Indian-style tower. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0966 Myanmar, Bagan: Pitaka Taik (Library) built by King Anawrahta in 1058 to house scriptures pillaged from Thaton. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0965 Myanmar, Bagan: Shwegugyi Paya, built by King Alaungsithu in 1131, contains some fine stucco mouldings. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0964 Myanmar, Bagan: Pyu-influenced Pahtothamya, probably built about the beginning of the 12th century. 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-D0962 Myanmar, Bagan: a completely new-build paya in Old Bagan. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0961 Myanmar, Bagan: ruined Tharaba Gate to Old Bagan (9th century). Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0960 Myanmar, Bagan: roadside zedis near Nyaung U. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0959 Myanmar, Bagan: sunset on Bagan Plain. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0958 Myanmar, Bagan: traditional gathering of visitors on Shwesandaw Paya to watch the sun going down. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0957 Myanmar, Bagan: an anonymous zedi on Bagan Plain in late sunlight, with Bougainvillea flowers. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0956 Myanmar, Bagan: young Burmese girl wearing the traditional "thanakha" sun protection/make-up. Keywords: Buddhist, pretty girl, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0955 Myanmar, Bagan: forest of towers and spires on Bagan Plain, seen from the terrace on Shwe Gugyi. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0954 Myanmar, Bagan: seated Buddha in Shwe Gugyi Temple built by King Alaung Sithu in 1141. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0953 Myanmar, Bagan: Ananda Phaya, built about 1100 by King Kyanzittha is one of the biggest and most beautiful of the Bagan temples. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0952 Myanmar, Bagan: Ananda Phaya, built about 1100 by King Kyanzittha is one of the biggest and most beautiful of the Bagan temples. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0951 Myanmar, Bagan: the 9.5-metre-tall Buddha in the northern chapel (Kakusanda) of Ananda Phaya. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0950 Myanmar, Bagan: Mahabodhi Temple was built by King Zeyatheinkha in 1215 using the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya, Bihar, India, as a model. It has 465 Buddha figures in the niches in the Indian-style tower. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0949 Myanmar, Bagan: Mahabodhi Temple was built by King Zeyatheinkha in 1215 using the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya, Bihar, India, as a model. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0948 Myanmar, Bagan: Bagan Jetty, on the Ayeyarwady River, from Bupaya. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0947 Myanmar, Bagan: Mingala Zedi Paya, built in 1284, in the reign of King Narathihapate. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0946 Myanmar, Bagan: fine mural carving of three-faced Brahma in Nan Paya ("Palace Temple") , a Hindu temple in Myinkaba. Keywords: temples, Hindu, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque
PMR-D0945 Myanmar, Mandalay: sunset on the Ayeyarwady River, from the Mandalay jetty. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0944 Myanmar, Mandalay: ablutions and clothes-washing in the Ayeyarwady River. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0943 Myanmar, Mandalay: spectators of a volleyball match include a number of monks. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0942 Mandalay. Myanmar, Mandalay: monks crossing the Thinga Yarzar Canal on a wooden bridge. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0941 Myanmar, Mandalay: golden paya reflected in the Thinga Yarzar Canal. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0940 Mandalay. Myanmar, Mandalay: two carved wooden bell-bearers in the Shwe In Bin Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1895, entirely of teak. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0939 Mandalay. Myanmar, Mandalay: realistic Buddha figure in the shrine of the Shwe In Bin Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1895, entirely of teak. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0938 Myanmar, Mandalay: details of some fine wood carving on the roof of the Shwe In Bin Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1895, entirely of teak. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0937 Myanmar, Mandalay: details of some fine wood carving in the Shwe In Bin Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1895, entirely of teak. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0936 Myanmar, Mandalay: light cargo boat on the Ayeyarwady River near Mingun. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0935 Myanmar, Mandalay: light cargo boat on the Ayeyarwady River near Mingun. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0934 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: the ferryboat, waiting to return to Mandalay, about 1-hour away on the Ayeyarwady River. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0933 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: recently completed Molmi Paya, built in memory of monk Molmi Sayadaw, who appears in the Guiness Book of Records for reciting scriptures. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0932 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: the Mingun Bell, cast in 1808 to go in the unfinished Mingun Paya, it weighs 90 tonnes, making it the largest HUNG AND UNCRACKED bell in the world. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0931 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: a newly opened old people's home paid for by charitable gifts. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0930 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: Hsinbyume Paya in Mingun, built by King Bagyidaw in 1816 as a representation of the Sulamani Paya, which stands atop Mt. Meru. The seven whitewashed wavy terraces around the stupa, represent the seven mountain ranges around Mt. Meru. Scafolding in place for repairs to the upper part. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0929 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: view of the ruin of Mingun Paya from the terrace of the Hsinbyume Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0928 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: Hsinbyume Paya in Mingun, built by King Bagyidaw in 1816 as a representation of the Sulamani Paya, which stands atop Mt. Meru. The seven whitewashed wavy terraces around the stupa, represent the seven mountain ranges around Mt. Meru. Scafolding in place for repairs to the upper part. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0927 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: old, unidentified paya, in need of restoration. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0926 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: the hulk of Mingun Paya, started by King Bodawpaya in 1790 using a labour force of thousands of slaves. If it had been completed, it would have been 150 metres high (three times the present height) and the world's largest paya. It was abandoned in 1819 when the king died, and was later riven by the earthquake in 1838. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0925 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: Young Burmese schoolboy. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0924 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: Pretty Burmese girl with a fan and the traditional "thanakha" (sun screen/make-up) on her face. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0923 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: Pretty Burmese girl with a fan and the traditional "thanakha" (sunscreen/make-up) on her face. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0922 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: ox carts collect visitors from the boats at the landing stage. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0921 Myanmar, Mandalay: barge, laden with timber, on the Ayeyarwady River. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0920 Myanmar, Mandalay: roadside stall serving breakfasts near the jetty on the Ayeyarwady River. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0918 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: Yaza Mani Sula Kaunghmudaw Paya, 46 metres high, built between 1636-48 in the reign of King Thalun, and modelled on the Ruwanwelisaya Pagoda in Sri Lanka. Until recently it was always painted white like the original. Picture shows some of the 812 stone lanterns, each of which contains a candle, surrounding the pagoda. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0917 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: Yaza Mani Sula Kaunghmudaw Paya, 46 metres high, built between 1636-48 in the reign of King Thalun, and modelled on the Ruwanwelisaya Pagoda in Sri Lanka. Until recently it was always painted white like the original. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0916 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: approach to Yaza Mani Sula Kaunghmudaw Paya, 46 metres high, built between 1636-48 in the reign of King Thalun, and modelled on the Ruwanwelisaya Pagoda in Sri Lanka. Until recently it was always painted white like the original. Two chinthes guard the road. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0915 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: approach to Yaza Mani Sula Kaunghmudaw Paya, 46 metres high, built between 1636-48 in the reign of King Thalun, and modelled on the Ruwanwelisaya Pagoda in Sri Lanka. Until recently it was always painted white like the original. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0914 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the giant sitting Buddha in Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0913 Myanmar, Mandalay: distant view of the British-built Ava bridge, the only bridge to span the Ayeyarwady River until recent years. Now replaced with a new bridge. Plumeria flowers in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0912 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: two monks being photographed in front of the handsome golden zedi of Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high, with colourful tiled terrace in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0911 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the colourful tiled terrace and golden pavilions of Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0910 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the handsome golden zedi of Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high, showing the colourful tiled terrace. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0909 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the handsome golden zedi of Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0908 Myanmar, Mandalay: inside the walls of Mandalay Fortress ("Fort Dufferin" during the British occupation). Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0907 Myanmar, Mandalay: the compound of Mandalay Palace (inside the fort) which was completely destroyed during WWII and is in the process of being rebuilt. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0906 Myanmar, Mandalay: the compound of Mandalay Palace (inside the fort) which was completely destroyed during WWII and is in the process of being rebuilt. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0905 Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: typical colourful horse carriages which transport visitors around the unpaved roads of Inwa. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0904 Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: a handsome terraced tower of Maha Aung Mye Bonzan Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1822 for Queen Meh Nu, wife of King Bagyidaw. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0903 Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: Maha Aung Mye Bonzan Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1822 for Queen Meh Nu, wife of King Bagyidaw. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0902 Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: Nanmyin, a 27-metre-high watchtower which is all that remains of the Ava Palace built by King Bagyidaw. It leans since the earthquake of 1838. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0901 Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: neglected old zedi and temple behind Htilaingshin Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0900 Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: doorway of the neglected, Khmer-style Htilaingshin Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0899 Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: the pagoda-like tower of Bagaya Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1834 entirely of teak. The royal family was traditionally educated here and there is still a flourishing school for trainee monks. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0898 Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: the lofty interior of Bagaya Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1834 entirely of teak. The royal family was traditionally educated here and there is still a flourishing school for trainee monks. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0897 Myanmar, Mandalay: young girl with decorated face and head crowned with flowers, near Amarapura. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0896 Myanmar, Mandalay: colourful boats awaiting custom on Lake Taungthaman, near Amarapura. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0895 Myanmar, Mandalay: villagers crossing U Bein's Teak Bridge on Taungthaman Lake, near Amarapura. At 1.2 kilometres, it is the world's longest. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0894 Myanmar, Mandalay: "landscape with figures" from U Bein's Bridge on Taungthaman lake near Amarapura. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0893 Myanmar, Mandalay: fisherman casting his net on Taungthaman Lake, near Amarapura. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0892 Myanmar, Mandalay: figures of monks in Kyauktawgyi Paya, in Taungthaman Village, near Amarapura. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0891 Myanmar, Mandalay: gate guards at Kayauktawgyi Paya near Amarapura - half human, half feline. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0890 Myanmar, Mandalay: the entrance to Kyauktawgyi Paya, near Amarapura, on Taungthaman Lake. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0889 Myanmar, Mandalay: boats with sightseers on Taungthaman Lake, Amarapura, with reflections of a distant zedi. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0888 Myanmar, Mandalay: the courtyard of Mahamudi Paya, containing the revered Mahamudi Buddha, which has acquired a 15cm. thick covering of gold leaf over the years. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0887 Myanmar, Mandalay: a valuable collection of Buddha figures in a corner of Mahamudi Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0886 Myanmar, Mandalay: Mahamudi Paya with the revered Mahamudi Buddha, which has acquired a 15cm. thick covering of gold leaf over the years. There is a permanent queue of followers waiting to pay their respects. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0885 Myanmar, Mandalay: Mahamudi Paya with the revered Mahamudi Buddha, which has acquired a 15cm. thick covering of gold leaf over the years. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0884 Myanmar, Mandalay: preparing breakfast in one of the ubiquitous street cafes. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0883 Myanmar, Mandalay: Atumashi Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1857 under King Mindon Min, was burnt down in 1890. It was rebuilt in1996 using forced labour. Unusually, the roof is formed of rectangular terraces. Bougainvillea in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0882 Myanmar, Mandalay: Atumashi Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1857 under King Mindon Min, was burnt down in 1890. It was rebuilt in1996 using forced labour. Unusually, the roof is formed of rectangular terraces. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0881 Myanmar, Mandalay: entrance and clocktower of State Pariyatte Sasana University. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0880 Myanmar, Mandalay: carved wooden nagas on the exterior of Shwenandaw Kyaung which was built in the 19th century under King Mindon Min and was originally part of his palace, becoming a monastery in 1880. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0879 Myanmar, Mandalay: wooden carvings cover the exterior of Shwenandaw Kyaung which was built in the 19th century under King Mindon Min and was originally part of his palace, becoming a monastery in 1880. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0878 Myanmar, Mandalay: wooden carvings cover the exterior of Shwenandaw Kyaung which was built in the 19th century under King Mindon Min and was originally part of his palace, becoming a monastery in 1880. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0877 Myanmar, Mandalay: Vessantara Jakata - intricate gilded carvings in front of the shrine of Shwenandaw Kyaung illustrating the story of King Vessantara, one of the incarnations of Buddha. It is central to the celebrations of Thet Mahachat in Theravada Buddhism. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0876 Myanmar, Mandalay: a Starflower Tree (Mimusops elengi) in the compound of Kuthodaw Paya is reputed to be more than 118 years old. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0875 Myanmar, Mandalay: the enormous, 57-metre-high golden zedi of Kuthodaw Paya was built in the reign of King Mindon Min, and was based on the pagoda at Shwezigon Pya in Nyaung U. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0874 Myanmar, Mandalay: stupas at Kuthodaw Paya, each containing one of 729 marble slabs inscribed with the entire 15 books of the Tripitaka Buddhist scriptures ("the largest book in the world"). Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0873 Myanmar, Mandalay: traditional masks on display at Kuthodaw Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0872 Myanmar, Mandalay: stupas at Kuthodaw Paya, each containing one of 729 marble slabs inscribed with the entire 15 books of the Tripitaka Buddhist scriptures ("the largest book in the world"). Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0871 Myanmar, Mandalay: one of 729 marble slabs inscribed with the entire 15 books of the Tripitaka Buddhist scriptures ("the largest book in the world") at Kuthodaw Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0870 Myanmar, Mandalay: the pagoda of Kyautawgyi Paya, covered with gided filligree-work, with its impressive "hti" or umbrella. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR-D0869 Myanmar, Mandalay: 900-tonne Buddha, carved from a single block of marble in 1865, in Kyautawgyi Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0868 Myanmar, Mandalay: a resident washing clothes under the shade of a Bougainvillea tree, on Mandalay Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0867 Myanmar, Mandalay: pointing, standing Buddha (Shweyattaw Buddha) in the Byar Deik Paye Pagoda near the summit of Mandalay Hill. According to legend he once prophiesied that a great city would arise here in the year 2400 of the Buddhist Era (1857 AD, the year King Mindon founded Mandalay). Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0866 Myanmar, Mandalay: gilded zedi and shrine on Mandalay Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0865 Myanmar, Mandalay: butterfly on Bougainvillea flowers, on Mandalay Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, Lepidoptera, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0864 Myanmar, Mandalay: an ogre king, with his army behind him, making obeisance in the Sanda Muhki shrine on the top of Mandalay Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0863 Myanmar, Mandalay: the terrace of Sutaungpyei Pagoda on the top of Mandalay Hill, with the pagoda-like roof of the lift shaft. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0862 Myanmar, Mandalay: view from the top of Mandalay Hill, 240 metres high, ascended by 800+ steps. The two white Chinthes guarding the entrance are clearly visible. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, panorama
PMR-D0861 Myanmar, Mandalay: striking mosaic panel in Sutaungpyei Pagoda on the top of Mandalay Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0860 Myanmar, Mandalay: view from the top of Mandalay Hill, 240 metres high, ascended by 800+ steps. The two white Chinthes guarding the entrance are clearly visible. Keywords: Buddhist, panorama, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0859 Myanmar, Mandalay: standing Buddha in Pyilone Chamtha Pagoda, one of the stations on the ascent of Mandalay Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0858 Myanmar, Mandalay: defensive walls and moat, 3.2 km x 3.2 km. square, surrounding Mandalay Palace and Fortress ("Fort Dufferin" under British occupation). Keywords: Buddhist, defence, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0857 Myanmar, Mandalay: domestic fowl for sale in an animal dealer's store. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0856 Myanmar, Yangon: Maha Wizaya Paya, built 1980 under General Ne Win, to celebrate the unification of Theravada Buddhism in Myanmar. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR-D0855 Myanmar, Yangon: Maha Wizaya Paya, built 1980 under General Ne Win, to celebrate the unification of Theravada Buddhism in Myanmar. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR-D0854 Myanmar, Yangon: floating Shin Upagot Shrine on Lake Kandawgyi, floodlit at night, with reflections in water. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR-D0853 Myanmar, Yangon: Kandawgyi Palace Hotel, reflected in Kandawgyi Lake, in the north of the city. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0852 Myanmar, Yangon: Kandawgyi Palace Hotel, on Kandawgyi Lake, in the north of the city. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR-D0851 Myanmar, Yangon: floating Shin Upagot Shrine on Lake Kandawgyi. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0850 Myanmar, Yangon: floating Shin Upagot Shrine on Lake Kandawgyi, with a colourful pier-based shrine on the right. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR-D0849 Myanmar, Yangon: floating Shin Upagot Shrine on Lake Kandawgyi. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0848 Myanmar, Yangon: the Customs House, on Strand Road, built in 1915. Keywords: Buddhist, colonial style, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0847 Myanmar, Yangon: the legendary Strand Hotel, opened in 1896. Keywords: Buddhist, colonial style, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0846 Myanmar, Yangon: the Law Courts on Strand Road. Keywords: Buddhist, colonial style, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0845 Myanmar, Yangon: Dining Room in the former home of General Aung San (now the "House of Memories" Restaurant). Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0844 Myanmar, Yangon: personal shrine in the former home of General Aung San (now the "House of Memories" Restaurant). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR-D0843 Myanmar, Yangon: diesel locomotive in Yangon's main station. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples, railway
PMR-D0842 Myanmar, Yangon: inside a carriage of a local train on the city ring line. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0841 Myanmar, Yangon: close-up view of Shwedagon Paya from the Thripyitsaya Bistro on the 20th floor of the Sakura Tower. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR-D0840 Myanmar, Yangon: close-up view of Sule Paya from the Thripyitsaya Bistro on the 20th floor of the Sakura Tower. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0839 Myanmar, Yangon: view of Sule Paya and Yangon River from the Thripyitsaya Bistro on the 20th floor of the Sakura Tower. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0838 Myanmar, Yangon: Bogyoke Aung San Road from the Thripyitsaya Bistro on the 20th floor of the Sakura Tower, with St. Mary's cathedral. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR-D0837 Myanmar, Yangon: prayer column on the platform of Sule Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0836 Myanmar, Yangon: gilded carvings of a pavilion on the platform of the Sule Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0835 Myanmar, Yangon: the golden zedi of Sule Paya (46 metres high), from the platform. It probably dates back about 2 millennia. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR-D0834 Myanmar, Yangon: reclining Buddha in one of the shrines on the platform of Shwedagon Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0833 Myanmar, Yangon: gilded mythical figure holding two nagas, on a pole on the platform of Shwedagon Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0832 Myanmar, Yangon: some of the hundreds of shrines on the platform of Shwedagon Paya, which covers 5 hectares. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0831 Myanmar, Yangon: followers annointing the figure at their own "planetary post" (birth day of the week = planet) on the platform of Shwedagon Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR-D0830 Myanmar, Yangon: the 23-tonne Maha Ganda bell, cast in 1775-9, removed by the British but dropped in the Yangon River. Later recovered by the Burmese and displayed on the platform of Shwedagon Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0829 Myanmar, Yangon: close-up of the enormous "hti" or umbrella on the top of the zedi of Shwedagon Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0828 Myanmar, Yangon: Botataung Paya Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0818 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): head of the large Buddha figure at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0817 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): remains of ancient chedis at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, with a row of Buddha figures, decked in saffron robes. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0816 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): row of Buddha figures decked in saffron robes at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious, historic, national heritage
PMR-D0815 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): row of Buddha figures decked in saffron robes at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, 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-D0813 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): line of Buddha figures in saffron robes at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0812 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): centrepiece at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon is this enormous chedi. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0811 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): reclining Buddha in the compound of Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon temple. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0810 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Phra Thinang Varobhas Bimam (Residential Hall) and Aisawan-Dhipaya-Asana Pavilion reflected in the lake in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0809 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Devaraj-Kunlai Building contains a collection of royal carriages, in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0808 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): one of the western-style buildings in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0807 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Ho Withun (Tower) and Phra Thinang (Royal Residence) with reflections in the lake in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0806 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): reflections of a Chinese-style teahouse in the lake in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0805 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): elephant "topiary" in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0804 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): elephant "topiary" in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0803 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): carved and painted screen in the temple in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0802 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Chinese-style Phra Thinang (Royal Residence) Wepart Chamrun (Heavenly Light) in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0801 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): carved and painted screen in the temple in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious, historic, national heritage
PMR-D0800 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Ho Withun (Tower) in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0799 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): elephant "topiary" in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0798 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Aisawan-Dhipaya-Asana Pavilion in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0797 Thailand, Bangkok: Jim Thompson's House, an assemblage of traditional Thai buildings, is now a museum housing his collection of ethnographical art. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0794 Thailand, Bangkok: peacock monument at one corner of the moat surrounding Dusit Park, reflected in the water. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D0793 Thailand, Bangkok: peacock monument at one corner of the moat surrounding Dusit Park, reflected in the water. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D0792 Thailand, Bangkok: one side of the moat surrounding Dusit Park. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0791 Thailand, Bangkok: Rama VIII Suspension Bridge over the Chao Phraya River. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0790 Thailand, Bangkok: the Democracy Monument (stylised angels' wings) erected in 1932. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D0789 Thailand, Bangkok: view of Wat Saket, on the Golden Mount, from Wat Rajanadda. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0788 Thailand, Bangkok: Buddha figures in Wat Rajanadda. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0787 Thailand, Bangkok: unusual prangs on the roof of Wat Rajanadda, from the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0786 Thailand, Bangkok: the shrine of Wat Saket Ratcha Wora Maha Wihan, built during the reigns of Rama III, IV and V, and completed in Carara marble in the early 20th century, stands atop the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0785 Thailand, Bangkok: view of the city from Wat Rajanadda, with colourful temple roofs in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0784 Thailand, Bangkok: Wat Rajanadda (mid 19th century) in unusual (Burmese?) style. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0783 Thailand, Bangkok: this birdman figure is the symbol of the Siam Bank. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0782 Thailand, Bangkok: a long line of tuk-tuks. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D0781 Thailand, Bangkok: line of prayer bells in Wat Saket on the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0780 Thailand, Bangkok: view of the city from the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, panorama, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0779 Thailand, Bangkok: the golden chedi of Wat Saket on the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0778 Thailand, Bangkok: Buddha shrine in Wat Saket on the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR-D0776 Cyprus (North): Crown Anemones (Anemone coronaria) on the Karpas Peninsula. Keywords: Mediterranean, flora, botanical, botany, wild flowers, picturesque, Aphrodite's birthplace, island
PMR-D0775 Cyprus (North): one of the "wild" donkeys living on the Karpas Peninsula in the north-east of the island. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape
PMR-D0774 Cyprus (North): "wild" donkeys thrive on the Karpas Peninsula in the north-east of the island. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape
PMR-D0773 Cyprus (North): Cape Apostolos Andreas and the Klidhes Islands at the tip of the Karpas Peninsula in the north east of the island. Keywords: Mediterranean, landscape, historic, picturesque, Aphrodite's birthplace, holiday resort, island
PMR-D0772 Cyprus (North), Kantara: mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle on its almost impregnable rock. Keywords: Mediterranean, Byzantine, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortress defance, ruin
PMR-D0771 Cyprus (North), Kantara: buttress of mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle. Keywords: Mediterranean, Byzantine, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortress defance, ruin
PMR-D0770 Cyprus (North), Kantara: ruins of mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle. Keywords: Mediterranean, ruin, fortress defance, landscape, historic, picturesque, Aphrodite's birthplace, holiday resort, island, Byzantine
PMR-D0769 Cyprus (North), Kantara: Barbican and defence tower of mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle. Keywords: Mediterranean, Byzantine, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortress defance, ruin
PMR-D0768 Cyprus (North), Kantara: ruins of the Barbican of mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle. Keywords: Mediterranean, Byzantine, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortress defance, ruin
PMR-D0767 Cyprus (North), Kantara: Barbican and entrance gate of mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle, with Kyrenia mountain range behind. Keywords: Mediterranean, Byzantine, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortress defance, ruin
PMR-D0766 Cyprus (North), Bogaz: fishing boats in the harbour. Keywords: Mediterranean, landscape, historic, picturesque, Aphrodite's birthplace, holiday resort, island
PMR-D0765 Cyprus, Paphos: Mavrokolympos Dam and Reservoir. Keywords: Mediterranean, landscape, picturesque, Aphrodite's birthplace, holiday resort, island, hiking, open air
PMR-D0764 Cyprus, Paphos: Mavrokolympos Dam and Reservoir, with hiker and dog. Keywords: Mediterranean, landscape, picturesque, Aphrodite's birthplace, holiday resort, island, hiking, open air
PMR-D0763 Cyprus, Paphos: Asprokremnos Reservoir, with unusually high water level. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape
PMR-D0761 England, Wiltshire, Malmesbury: ancient Malmesbury Abbey, originally founded in 675 (as a wooden church), is now used as England, Wiltshire, Malmesbury: ancient Malmesbury Abbey, originally founded in 675 (as a wooden church), is now used as the parish church. Romanesque South Porch is the main entrance. Keywords: winter, national heritage, historic, architecture, Cotswold stone, picturesque, Cotswolds, Gothic
PMR-D0760a England, Wiltshire, Malmesbury: well-preserved original dwelling houses near the centre of the town. Keywords: winter, national heritage, historic, architecture, Cotswold stone, picturesque, Cotswolds
PMR-D0760 England, Wiltshire, Malmesbury: St. John's Almshouse (17th century) with inscription describing an annual 10-pound grant. Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D0759 England, Wiltshire, Malmesbury: record of annual ten pounds grant by Michael Wickes Esq. to St. John's Almshouse, 1694. Keywords: winter, national heritage, historic, architecture, Cotswold stone, picturesque, Cotswolds
PMR-D0757 Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnnale). Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, botany, botanical, wild flowers, plants
PMR-D0756 Germany, Upper Bavaria: The village of Eng, in the Karwendel Mountains, is noted for its alpine cheese. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D0753 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the "Ludwig Fessler", a paddle steamer, on Lake Chiemsee, Chiemgau, with the Alps in the background. Keywords: picturesque, dwelling, chalet
PMR-D0752 Germany, Upper Bavaria: a typical house on the Fraueninsel (Women's Island) in Lake Chiemsee, Chiemgau. Keywords: picturesque, dwelling, chalet
PMR-D0751 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a vintage Zettelmeyer tractor brings up the rear of the procession. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0750 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: costumed members of a stilt-walking group. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0749 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: red uniformed bandsmen of the "Spielmannszug FFW Oberalteich". Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry
PMR-D0748 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: red uniformed bandsmen of the "Spielmannszug FFW Oberalteich". Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry
PMR-D0747 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: pretty girl in costume of brass bandsmen. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0746 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: costumed brass band of the Musikverein Geisenhausen. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0745 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: horn-player in lederhosen. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0744 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: young man in lederhosen carrying a shield for "The Woodchoppers" ("Holzhacker") from Neukirchen.. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0743 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: two of the youngest costumed participants. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0742 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: brass band in blue uniforms. Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry
PMR-D0741 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: brass band in blue uniforms entering the market square under the water tower. Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry
PMR-D0740 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: shooting group trophy winners in costume. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0739 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: smithy with anvil tableau. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0738 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: top-hatted penny-farthing bicycle rider. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0737 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: vintage bicycle group with penny-farthings. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0736 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: festival beer dray of the "Karmeliten Brauerei" drawn by four ceremonial horses. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0735 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: costume group from Hellberg. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0734 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: costumed flagwaver with Bavarian flag. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0733 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Coopers' Guild dancing group. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0732 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: bagpipe player in historic costume. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0731 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: festive beer dray of "Erl Brau". Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0730 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: young girls in matching pale green dresses. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0729 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: shooting club trophy winner. Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry
PMR-D0728 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: shooting club trophy winners in costume. Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry
PMR-D0727 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: horse-drawn decorated wagon. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0726 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: beer dray of "Rohrlbrau", Straubing, a local brewery. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0725 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: children in costume, followed by a brass band in lederhosen. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0724 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Austrian costume group from Walchsee, Tyrol. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0723 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Roman chariot drawn by four black horses executing u-turns in the street. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0722 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: "School of Fantasy" group in "Roman" costume. Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry
PMR-D0721 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: horse-drawn tableau "School of Fantasy". Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry
PMR-D0720 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: four dappled grey horses pulling a Roman chariot. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0719 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: "Nibelungen" festival players group. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0718 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: "Stadtspielmannszug" costume group from Viechtach Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0717 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: costumed flag-waving group. Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry
PMR-D0716 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: cowbell-type rythm group (?) Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry
PMR-D0715 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: "Irlbacher" beer dray. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0714 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: "Irlbacher" six-in-hand horse-drawn beer dray. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0713 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: brass band in lederhosen or dirndl. Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry
PMR-D0712 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: gardening club tableau. Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0711 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: children in costume. Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0710 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Coopers' Guild from Markt Schwarzach. Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0709 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a four-in-hand horse-drawn wagon. Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0708 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: "Arcobrau" horse-drawn beer dray. Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0707 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a costume group with children. Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival
PMR-D0706 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a costume group with children. Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival
PMR-D0705 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a costume group with children. Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival
PMR-D0704 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Freies Fanfarenkorps Straubing (costume group). Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival
PMR-D0703 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Freies Fanfarenkorps Straubing (costume group). Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival
PMR-D0702 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Freies Fanfarenkorps Straubing (costume group). Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival
PMR-D0701 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: horse-drawn vintage carriage. Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0700 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: six-in-hand horse-drawn wagon. Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival
PMR-D0699 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a ladies' costume group. Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival
PMR-D0698 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a horse-drawn, flower decorated wagon, with the water tower in the background. Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0697 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: the Carpenters' Guild. Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities
PMR-D0696 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: historic Big Wheel, part of the funfair at the 200th Gaubodenfest in August 2012. On the right is the symbol of the festival. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval
PMR-D0694 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: Stadtturm (City Tower), the landmark of Straubing in the centre of the long Marketplace, dates from 1316. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historical
PMR-D0689 Germany, Bavaria, Gössweinstein in "Franconian Switzerland": the Burg (Castle), dating back to 1076, dominates the town. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Fränkische Schweiz, Franconia
PMR-D0688 Germany, Bavaria, Tuchersfeld in "Franconian Switzerland": bizarre limestone rock formations tower over the local half-timbered museum. Keywords: mediaeval, geological, geology, Franconia, extraordinary, Fränkische Schweiz, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR-D0687 Germany, Bavaria, Tuchersfeld in "Franconian Switzerland": bizarre limestone rock formations support a profusion of vegetation. Keywords: picturesque, geological, geology, Franconia, extraordinary, Fränkische Schweiz
PMR-D0686 Germany, Bavaria, Tuchersfeld in "Franconian Switzerland": bizarre limestone rock formations tower over the local half-timbered museum. Keywords: mediaeval, geological, geology, Franconia, extraordinary, Fränkische Schweiz, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR-D0685 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: view of the town and Judenturm (Jews' Tower) from the River Pegnitz, with the weir in the foreground. Keywords: Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, flowers
PMR-D0684 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: view of the town and Johanneskirche (St. John's Church) from the river, with colourful flowerbeds in the foreground. Keywords: Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, flowers
PMR-D0683 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: view of the town and Johanneskirche (St. John's Church) from the river, with colourful flowerbeds in the foreground. Keywords: Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, flowers
PMR-D0682 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Heilig-Geist-Spital (Holy Ghost Hospital), built 1332-39, floodlit at night, and reflected in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Franconia, Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR-D0677 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: view of the well-wooded town and churches from Lake Starnberg. Keywords: nature, marina, harbour, sailing boats, Baroque, architecture, picturesque, countryside
PMR-D0676 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Starnberg: yacht regatta on Lake Starnberg. Keywords: outdoor life, boats, sailing, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR-D0672 Austria, Tyrol, Erl: the Festspieltheater (Festival Theatre), scene of the decennial passion plays. Keywords: picturesque, cattle, pastoral, architecture, outdoor life, nature, countryside
PMR-D0656 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit-im-Winkl: winter scene - a stream flowing down a snowy valley. Keywords: alpine, cold, snow, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0637 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: the Great Golden Phra Stratana Chedi, erected in 1885 by King Chulalongkorn. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D0636 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a close view of the roof gables of Dusit Maha Prasat Hall, built in 1783 by Rama I for coronations, but now used exclusively for lying in state. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D0635 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: the striking Dusit Maha Prasat Hall, built in 1783 by Rama I for coronations, but now used exclusively for lying in state. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D0633 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: two fierce yaks guarding one of the entrances. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D0632 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: one of many frescos depicting the Ramayan/Ramakien Legends in the cloisters. Painted in 1824, restored in 1982. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D0631 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: one of many frescos depicting the Ramayan/Ramakien Legends in the cloisters. Painted in 1824, restored in 1982. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D0630 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: one of many frescos depicting the Ramayan/Ramakien Legends in the cloisters. Painted in 1824, restored in 1982. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east
PMR-D0629 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: three of the eight prangs, each different. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D0628 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a golden pang supported by colourful demons. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east
PMR-D0624 Thailand, Bangkok: entrance to Wat Pho , the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, guarded by two yaks. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D0620 Thailand, Bangkok: the entrance to Wat Pho, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, flanked by prangs. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D0619 Thailand, Bangkok: a prang in Wat Pho, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful
PMR-D0614 Laos, Vientiane: the ornate gable of Wat Inpeng temple, with scenes from the life of Buddha, was restored 1968-75, at the same time as the magnificent gateway, on the right. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR-D0612 Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. Children on a school visit, demonstrating traditional Lao dancing. Keywords: capital city, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR-D0611 Laos, Vientiane: monks' quarters at Wat Ong Teu Mahawihan Buddhist temple. Keywords: capital city, architecture. picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, largest city, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom
PMR-D0610 Laos, Vientiane: Wat Mixay Buddhist Temple, founded in the reign of King Setthathirat I (1550-71). Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR-D0601 Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. In this construction one enters Hell's mouth and progresses through the earth to Heaven. Keywords: capital city, ex-Kingdom, relaxed city, largest city, Buddhist, temples, Lao people, colourful, picturesque, architecture
PMR-D0595 Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
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
PMR-D0592 Laos, Vientiane: ornate gable of Wat That Luang Neua, adjacent to the Pha That Luang stupa. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR-D0591 Laos, Vientiane: ornate gable of Wat That Luang Neua, adjacent to the Pha That Luang stupa. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR-D0590 Laos, Vientiane: statue of King Setthathitath, founder of Pha That Luang, founded by King Setthathitath in 1566. It is the largest and most important stupa in Laos and a natianal monument. The spire allegedly represents an elongated lotus bud. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR-D0589 Laos, Vientiane: statue of King Setthathitath, founder of Pha That Luang in 1566. It is the largest and most important stupa in Laos. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR-D0588 Laos, Vientiane: statue of King Setthathitath, founder of Pha That Luang in 1566 (visible behind). It is the largest and most important stupa in Laos. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful. Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR-D0587 Laos, Vientiane: typical grave stupas in the temple grounds. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR-D0586 Laos, Vientiane: An ornately decorated gable of a Buddhist temple. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR-D0585 Laos, Vientiane: the "sim" of Wat Si Saket, Vientiane's oldest surviving temple, built by Chao Anou between 1819 and 1824. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR-D0584 Vientiane: Row of Buddhas in the cloisters of Wat Si Saket, Vientiane's oldest surviving temple, built by Chao Anou between 1819 and 1824. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom
PMR-D0563 Laos, Vientiane: aerial view of Vientiane and the River Mekong. Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, largest city, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom
PMR-D0544 Thailand, Chonburi: shrine in a Buddhist temple near Wat Yansangwararam. Keywords: Siam, holiday resort, picturesque, temples, Buddhist
PMR-D0543 Thailand, Chonburi: Water temples near Wat Yansangwararam. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, picturesque, temples, Buddhist
PMR-D0542 Thailand, Pattaya: PATTAYA look-out point overlooking the harbour. The letters are illuminated at night and can be seen from afar. Keywords: Siam, holiday resort, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D0541 Thailand, Pattaya: some of the gilded figures surrounding the huge golden figure of Buddha in Wat Big Buddha. Keywords: Siam, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque
PMR-D0540 Thailand, Pattaya: golden figure of Buddha in Wat Big Buddha. Keywords: Siam, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque
PMR-D0523 Aerial view of the snow-covered Alps. Keywords: alpine, mountains, snow, snowy, summit, steep, craggy, picturesque
PMR-D0522 Aerial view of the snow-covered Alps. Keywords: alpine, mountains, snow, snowy, summit, steep, craggy, picturesque
PMR-D0509 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: River Ammer, flowing from the Ammergauer Alps through autumn scenery. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR-D0507 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: the summit of Mount Kofel (1342 metres) with autumn foliage in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine, mountain
PMR-D0506 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: the summit of Mount Kofel (1342 metres) with autumn foliage in the foreground. Keywords: autumn hues, turning colours, autumn colours, picturesque, countryside, nature, mountain, alpine,
PMR-D0503 Germany, Upper Bavaria: autumn foliage on Ismaning Reservoir. Keywords: autumn hues, turning colours, autumn colours, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR-D0502 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: Sonnenalm Alpenhut near Gamskopf on a busy weekend. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0501 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: summit cross on Gamskopf (1890 metres). Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0500 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: view from Gamskopf (1890 metres). Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR-D0499 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Schloss Ammerland on Lake Starnberg, built 1683-5 for Albrecht Sigismund von Bayern, after recent renovation. Keywords: architecture, Baroque, picturesque, palace, onion towers, reflections
PMR-D0368 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: view of the approach to Angkor Wat Temple across the causeway over the moat. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR-D0367 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: view of the approach to Angkor Wat Temple across the causeway over the moat. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR-D0366 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Banteay Srei Temple (Citadel of the Women), built by King Rajendravarman in the 10th century: one of the many faces which adorn the temple. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR-D0365 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Banteay Srei Temple (Citadel of the Women), built by King Rajendravarman in the 10th century: two of the many faces which adorn the temple. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR-D0361 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: a battle scene from the Ramayana. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR-D0339 Austria, Tyrol, Mösern, near Seefeld: a snowy scene in the forest. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D0338 Austria, Tyrol, Grän: Mount Daniel (2343 metres) from the ski piste of Mount Grubigstein. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life, cold
PMR-D0337 Austria, Tyrol, Grän: the Zugspitze (2962 metres), Germany's highest mountain, from the ski piste on Mount Grubigstein. Keywords: alpine, cold, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D0336 Austria, Tyrol, Grän: the Zugspitze (2962 metres), Germany's highest mountain, with the village of Ehrwald, from Mount Grubigstein. Keywords: alpine, cold, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D0320 Canada, Quebec City: "trompe l'oeil" historical scene on a blank wall in the Quartier Petit-Champlain. Keywords: metropolis, street art, architecture, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR-D0303 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Partnachklam (Gorge) in the Wetterstein Mountains. Keywords: alpine, cleft, water falls, white water, canyon, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0302 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Partnachklam (Gorge) in the Wetterstein Mountains. Keywords: alpine, cleft, water falls, white water, canyon, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0301 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Partnachklam (Gorge) in the Wetterstein Mountains. Keywords: alpine, cleft, water falls, white water, canyon, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0278 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: Alpine hut near the summit of Hochplatte. Keywords: alpine, Almhütte, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0277 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: flowers of the highly poisonous Deadly Nightshade (Atropa bella-donna) on Hochplatte. Keywords: alpine, plants, flowers, botanical, botany, flora and fauna, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life, poison
PMR-D0276 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: cow with cowbell near the summit of Hochplatte. Keywords: alpine, cow portrait, grazing, cattle, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0275 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: cows near the summit of Hochplatte. Keywords: alpine, grazing, cattle, flora and fauna, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0274 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: Turkscap Lily (Lilium martagon) on the summit of Hochplatte. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, flora and fauna, botany, botanical, flowers, plants
PMR-D0273 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: Turkscap Lily (Lilium martagon) on the summit of Hochplatte. Keywords: alpine, plants, flowers, botanical, botany, flora and fauna, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0272 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: Turkscap Lily (Lilium martagon) on the summit of Hochplatte. Keywords: alpine, plants, flowers, botanical, botany, flora and fauna, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0271 Thailand, Chonburi: traditional Thai dancing at Nong Nooch Gardens. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D0270 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: a dog's life! Keywords: holiday resort, smoking & drinking, dissipated, humour, humor, dog, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR-D0231 Austria, Tyrol, Biberwier: snow field with solitary tree on the Mariaberg, from the top of the ski-lift. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, nature, outdoor life, snow, chalet, cold
PMR-D0230 Austria, Tyrol, Biberwier: Mariaberg, from the top of the ski-lift, with wooden ski hut in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, nature, outdoor life, snow, chalet, cold
PMR-D0229 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Herb garden of the monastery under after a new fall of snow. Keywords: picturesque, Baroque, snow, cold, winter, Catholic, religious, Benedictine, architecture
PMR-D0228 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Baroque wing of the monastery from across a snowy courtyard. Keywords: picturesque, snow, cold, winter, Catholic, religious, Benedictine, architecture
PMR-D0217 Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: the "Ahorn Boden", a large, flat valley floor in the Karwendel Mountains where maples (Acer pseudoplatanus) or "Bergahorn" grow; some have reached an age of 500 years or more. In autumn the coloured foliage attracts thousands of visitors. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR-D0216 Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: the "Ahorn Boden", a large, flat valley floor in the Karwendel Mountains where maples (Acer pseudoplatanus) or "Bergahorn" grow; some have reached an age of 500 years or more. In autumn the coloured foliage attracts thousands of visitors. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR-D0215 Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: the "Ahorn Boden", a large, flat valley floor in the Karwendel Mountains where maples (Acer pseudoplatanus) or "Bergahorn" grow; some have reached an age of 500 years or more. In autumn the coloured foliage attracts thousands of visitors. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR-D0214 Austria, Tyrol, Eng: part of the hamlet of Eng, at the end of the Riss Valley, which is occupied only in the summer, with the Wendelstein Mountains behind. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D0213 Austria, Tyrol, Hinterriss: tables outside a wooden chalet restaurant in the Riss Valley. Keywords: alpine, eating, food, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D0199 Argentina, Jujuy: Bizarre rock formation on a hill opposite the Hotel Pastos Chicos, approaching Susques. Keywords: picturesque, geology, Andes, geological formations
PMR-D0198 Argentina, Jujuy: the isolated Hotel Pastos Chicos, approaching Susques, from a nearby hill. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, inn, solitary, isolated
PMR-D0197 Argentina, Jujuy: Hotel Pastos Chicos, approaching Susques. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, inn, solitary, isolated
PMR-D0196 Argentina, Jujuy: typical landscape on the altiplano in the High Andes. Keywords: picturesque, altiplano, Andes, geological formations
PMR-D0165 Germany, Upper Bavaria: wooden chalets, half-buried in a new fall of snow at Spitzingsee with snow-covered Alps behind. Keywords: alpine, cold, snow, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0164 Germany, Upper Bavaria: snow-covered landscape at Spitzingsee in winter 2008 with Alps behind. Keywords: alpine, cold, snow, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR-D0163 Germany, Upper Bavaria: skiing at Spitzingsee in winter 2008 with snow-covered Alps behind. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, cold
PMR-D0162 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: cross-country skiing (Langlauf) on prepared pistes, with the Wetterstein Mountains behind. Keywords: alpine, activities, cold, snow, winter sports, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D0161 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: horse-drawn sleigh taking visitors on a scenic tour through the snowy woods. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D0159 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: view of the Zugspitze and Wetterstein Mountains from the "Panorama Path" after a fresh snowfall. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D0158 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: view of the Wetterstein Mountains from the "Panorama Path" after a fresh snowfall. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D0157 Cyprus, Troödos: snowy path through the Black Pines on the Troödos Mountains in December 2008. Keywords: winter , cold, picturesque, snowy, winter wonderland
PMR-D0156 Cyprus, Troödos: snow ploughs clearing the roads in Tröodos village in the Troödos Mountains in December 2008. Keywords: winter , winter wonderland, snowy, picturesque, cold
PMR-D0155 Cyprus, Troödos: snow plough clearing the roads in Tröodos village in the Troödos Mountains in December 2008. Keywords: winter , winter wonderland, snowy, picturesque, cold
PMR-D0154 Cyprus, Troödos: snow, cleared from the roads in Tröodos village in the Troödos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky. Keywords: winter , cold, picturesque, snowy, winter wonderland
PMR-D0153 Cyprus, Troödos: tobogganing in the snow on the Troödos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky. Keywords: winter , winter sport, cold, picturesque, snowy, winter wonderland
PMR-D0152 Cyprus, Troödos: Black Pines covered with snow on the Troödos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky. Keywords: winter , cold, snow, picturesque, winter wonderland
PMR-D0151 Cyprus, Troödos: a snowy scene at the Visitors' Centre in the Troödos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky. Keywords: winter , cold, snow, winter wonderland, picturesque
PMR-D0097 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau Island: cruise boat leaving the harbour, between the lion statue and lighthouse. Keywords: picturesque, Bodensee, Lake Constance
PMR301-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hikers standing by the summit cross of Mount Bodenschneid (1668 metres), near the Tegernsee (Lake Tegern). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter
PMR301-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiker surveying the Tegernsee (Lake Tegern) from the summit of Mount Bodenschneid (1668 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter
PMR365-12 Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the "Amtsgericht" or County Court building with elaborate crest on the frieze and ornate window mouldings. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, Baroque
PMR365-11 Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. The Christopher Gate to the castle, in the fifth courtyard. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR365-10 Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. Clocktower with sundial, and wellhouse, in the fifth courtyard of the castle. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR365-09 Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: facades of the entire main street with the River Salzach and the bridge to Austria behind. As seen from the castle. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR365-08 Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: rooftops and colourful facades of the centre of the town, seen from the castle. The Rathaus (Town Hall) is the pale green building on the right. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, mediaeval
PMR365-07 Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the tower of St. Jacob's Parish Church and the town centre. The farther side of the River Salzach belongs to Austria, the customs post being at the end of the bridge. View from the roof of the "Palas" in the castle. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR365-06 Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. Lake Wöhr, which occupies the former course of the River Salzach, from the roof of the Palas. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR365-05 Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. Eggenberg Tower and curtain wall spanning Lake Wöhr, from the roof of the "Palas". Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR365-04 Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. View along the castle ridge from the roof of the "Palas" or Duke's Quarters. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR365-03 Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. The first and principal courtyard, with the "Kemnate" or living quarters on the left. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR365-02 Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. Stephan's Tower and the main entrance. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR365-01 Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: colourful facades on the main square, with the castle stretching along its ridge above and behind. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables
PMR364-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: church tower, reflected in the waters of the River Seebach, with new apartment block on the right. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, München, spring
PMR364-09 Yellow Windflower (Anemone ranunculoides) in Schleissheim Palace grounds. Keywords: spring, pasture, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful
PMR364-07 Wood Anemones (Anemone nemorosa) in Schleissheim Palace grounds. Keywords: spring, pasture, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful
PMR364-06 Spring Cinquefoil (Potentilla verna) with Dog Violets (Viola riviniana) in Schleissheim Palace grounds. Keywords: spring, pasture, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful
PMR364-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria: snow-covered terraces in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace, with the eponymous Linden (Lime) tree on the right. Keywords: alpine scenery, picturesque, nature, winter, landscape, garden
PMR364-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: snow scene with frescoed facade. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter, architecture, mountains
PMR362-12 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, from Allmendhubel, above Mürren. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, glacier
PMR362-04 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: path from the Gemmenalphorn from the Niederhorn: Justus Valley lies far below the precipitous cliffs. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets
PMR362-03 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: path on the Niederhorn passing through lichen-covered rocks, with the summit mast receding in the distance. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, hiking, trekking, open air, activity, path marking
PMR362-02 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: after being almost completely extirpated, the Ibex (Steinbock)(Capra ibex) iis now protected and has returned to some parts of the Swiss Alps. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, wild animals, fauna, zoology
PMR362-01 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: cows, grazing by the path along the Niederhorn ridge, with summit mast in the distance, marking the top of the chair lift. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows
PMR361-12 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the town of Thun, standing at the head of Lake Thun, seen from th Niederhorn ridge. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows
PMR361-11 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Spiez, on the far shore, and Merligen, on the near shore, on Lake Thun, seen from the summit of the Niederhorn (1950 metres). Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, panorama
PMR361-10 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: last rays of the sun on snow-capped Mönch and Jungfrau, with rising full moon, seen from Interlaken. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, night, dusk, evening, cloud
PMR361-09 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Jungfrau and Silberhorn, seen over the roofs of Wengen village. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets
PMR361-08 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: a wooden chalet, typical of the area, with the rocky slopes of Männlichen rising in the background. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows
PMR361-07 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: approaching Wengen from Wengenalp, with Lauterbrunnen Valley behind. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, nature
PMR361-05 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the Jungfrau (4158 metres) from Wengenalp. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, glacier
PMR361-04 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: First, Grindelwald, and the Wetterhorn, from Kleine Scheidegg (2061 metres). Adenostyles leucophylla flowering in the foreground. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows
PMR361-03 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Spiez: view of the harbour, the mediaeval castle (12th/13th century), and Alte Kirche - a Romanesque church dating from the 10th century, from the path up to the town. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, colourful, yachts, boats, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR361-02 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Spiez: a lake steamer approaching Spiez on Lake Thun. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, boats, cruise-boat, ship, transport, azure
PMR361-01 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Spiez: view approaching the town with its harbour and mediaeval castle (12th/13th century), and Alte Kirche - a Romanesque church dating from the 10th century. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, colourful, yachts, boats, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR360-12 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Spiez: harbour scene with the mediaeval castle (12th/13th century), and Alte Kirche - a Romanesque church dating from the 10th century. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, colourful, yachts, boats, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR360-11 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Spiez: view of the harbour and castle from the promenade flower gardens. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, colourful, yachts, boats, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR360-04 France, Haute-Savoie, Morzine: Chalet l' Embuscade, available for holiday rents. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, accommodation, retreat, family-house
PMR360-02 France, Haute-Savoie, Thonon-les-Bains: the inner harbour and chateau. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, sailing, fishing boat, yacht, fortifications, defence, mediaeval
PMR360-01 France, Haute-Savoie, Thonon-les-Bains: the yacht harbour and Lake Geneva, from the shore gardens. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, marina, sailing, flowerbeds, vista, coast, view
PMR359-09 France, Haute-Savoie: Devil's Bridge Gorge at le Jotty, between Thonon and Morzine, where the River Dranse forces its way through a limestone ridge. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, alpine scenery, canyon, rocky, geology, geological, boulders
PMR359-07 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: lakeside path between Iseltwald and Giessbach on Lake Brienz. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets
PMR359-06 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: hotel overlooking the harbour at Iseltwald on Lake Brienz. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, yachts
PMR359-05 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: church tower at Unterseen with Harder Kulm rising close behind. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, architecture, geraniums
PMR359-04 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: alpine meadows near Habkern, with the Great Yellow Gentian (Gentiana lutea) in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR359-03 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: East Interlaken and the airport, with Schynige Platte behind, and the Jungfrau range in the distance. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, panorama, aerial view
PMR359-02 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Matten, with the Lütschine Valley behind, and overlooked by the Jungfrau mountains. Aaron's Rod (Verbascum thapsus) in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, panorama, wild flowers, botany
PMR359-01 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: centre of the town with Unterseen seen from Harder Kulm. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, panorama, aerial view
PMR358-12 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: flag thrower in action. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, traditional
PMR358-11 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: cows decorated ion the traditional manner for the return from the high alm to the valley in autumn ("Almabtrieb", "Viehabtrieb"). Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial
PMR358-10 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: riders in mediaeval costumes on horses with ceremonial trappings. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, national dress, regional dress, traditional, dirndl
PMR358-09 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: uniformed bandmaster leading a brass band in smart yellow and maroon uniforms. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, traditional, rousing
PMR358-08 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: a vintage wicker perambulator attended by girls in traditional dress. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, dirndl, pram
PMR358-06 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: a "wood spirit" in grotesquely carved wooden mask with horns, and dressed in goat skins. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, traditional
PMR358-05 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: a "wood spirit" in grotesquely carved wooden mask, and dressed in goat skins. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, traditional
PMR358-04 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: drummers of a silver band in rousing action. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, traditional, dirndl
PMR358-03 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: drummers of a silver band headed by girls with flowers in traditional dress. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, traditional, dirndl
PMR358-02 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: mock-up of the Beatenberg Funicular Railway carriage. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, ceremonial, traditional, transport
PMR358-01 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: Swiss flag-waving group in colourful costumes. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, Lederhosen, ceremonial, traditional, dirndl
PMR357-12 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: preparing for the Swiss National Day celebrations in the market square, Unterseen. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, chalets, colourful, architecture, bench-tables, Biergarten, cobblestones
PMR357-11 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: full view of the two glaciers of the Gewächthorn with the lake formed by melting ice. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, awe-inspiring, awesome, breathtaking, stupendous, striking
PMR357-10 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the lake formed by the melting glaciers of the Gewächtenhorn, seen from the Susten Pass (2224 metres). Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, awe-inspiring, awesome, breathtaking, stupendous, striking
PMR357-09 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Gewächtenhorn with its glaciers reflected in the lake at the summit of the Susten Pass (2224 metres). Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, breathtaking, striking
PMR357-08 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view towards Meiringen from the summit of the Susten Pass (2224 metres). Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, alpine flowers, hairpin bends
PMR350-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Irschenberg: view of the Alps from the Autobahn, with the pilgrimage church of Wilparting where the grave of Monk Marinus, martyred in about 697 AD may be found. Snow still lying in the fields. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, winter, Alps
PMR349-10 India: a local family outside their mud-walled, thatched house in a small country village on the road from Agra to Gwalior. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, imposing, gables, timber-frame, half timbered, wattle and daub, München, capital city
PMR349-07 India, Agra: Fatehpur Sikri was to become the new capital of the Moghul Empire as ordained by Emperor Akbar. It was completed in 1570 but suddenly abandoned in 1586. However the Jami Masjid Mosque is in daily use; here, the white marble tomb of Shaikh Salim Chisti surrounded by marble lattice screens. It has a reputation of helping childless women. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, UNESCO, inlaid marble
PMR349-06 India, Agra: Fatehpur Sikri was to become the new capital of the Moghul Empire as ordained by Emperor Akbar. It was completed in 1570 but suddenly abandoned in 1586. Ankh Micholi Pavilion, whose roof is supported by unusual struts carved to resemble monsters. Panch Mahal in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, UNESCO
PMR349-05 India, Agra: Fatehpur Sikri was to become the new capital of the Moghul Empire as ordained by Emperor Akbar. It was completed in 1570 but suddenly abandoned in 1586. The five-storey Panch Mahal, reflected in one of the ornamental pools. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, UNESCO
PMR349-03 India, Agra: the Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built on the orders of the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631 and 1653 for his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. By evening light. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, majestic, graceful, symmetrical, masterwork, famous, UNESCO, reflections, light-effects
PMR349-02 India, Agra: the Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built on the orders of the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631 and 1653 for his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Late afternoon - oblique view. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, majestic, graceful, symmetrical, masterwork, famous, UNESCO, light-effects
PMR349-01 India, Agra, one of the twin red sandstone mosques which flank the white marble Taj Mahal. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, symmetrical
PMR348-12 India, Agra: the Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built on the orders of the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631 and 1653 for his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. By early afternoon light. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, majestic, graceful, symmetrical, masterwork, famous, UNESCO, reflections, light-effects
PMR348-11 India, Agra: the Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built on the orders of the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631 and 1653 for his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. By early afternoon light. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, majestic, graceful, symmetrical, masterwork, famous, UNESCO, reflections, light-effects
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
PMR348-05 India, Agra: 17th century gateway arch leading to the Itimad-ud-daulah. Built of red sandstone and finely inlaid with white marble. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, symmetry
PMR348-04 India, Agra, brightly painted ceremonial arch marking the entrance to the exposition/festival grounds. Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, symmetry
PMR347-04 India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Inside the City Palace of the Maharaja of Jaipur: an ornate marble archway flanked by marble elephants. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR347-02 India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Behind the upper facade of the Palace of the Winds, where ladies of the royal household could watch life on the street unobserved. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, imposing, gables, timber-frame, half timbered, wattle and daub, München, capital city
PMR346-12 India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: the inner courtyard of the Palace of the Winds. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage
PMR346-10 India, Rajasthan, Amber/Amer: a seller of herbs and spices in a courtyard of the Fortress-Palace makes an attractive display of his wares. Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, trader, stall
PMR346-09 India, Rajasthan, Amber/Amer: tourist bazaar in a courtyard of the Fortress-Palace. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, imposing, gables, timber-frame, half timbered, wattle and daub, München, capital city
PMR346-06 India, Rajasthan, Amber/Amer: part of the gardens in the Fortress-Palace. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR346-05 India, Rajasthan, Amber/Amer: tourists are transported up the hill to the Fortress-Palace by elephants, frequently decorated in bright colours. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, tradition, Pachyderm
PMR346-04 India, Rajasthan, Amber/Amer: Amber Fort overlooks the old city, predecessor of the modern city of Jaipur, which was founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II in 1727. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, reflections, palace, fortifications, defence
PMR346-03 India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Facade of the Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal), built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawaj Pratap Singh, "a stunning example of Rajput artistry". Ladies of the royal household could watch the street unobserved from here. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city
PMR346-02 India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Facade of the Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal), built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawaj Pratap Singh, "a stunning example of Rajput artistry". Ladies of the royal household could watch the street unobserved from here. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city
PMR346-01a India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Jal Mahal Water Palace reflected in the waters of its lake, in the late rays of the sun. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city
PMR346-01 India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Jal Mahal Water Palace reflected in the waters of its lake, in the late rays of the sun. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city
PMR345-12 India, New Delhi: Qutab Minar Complex, fine examples of early Afghan architecture. The victory tower is 73 metres high, has fine carvings on the base, and was started in 1193 after the defeat of the last Hindu kingdom in Delhi. On the right is the tomb of Imam Zamim. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, capital city
PMR345-09 India, New Delhi: Laxmi Narayan Mandir, a Hindu Temple built in 1938 by the industrialist Birla, dedicated to Vishnu and his consort, Laxmi. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, garish
PMR345-08 India, New Delhi: Laxmi Narayan Mandir, a Hindu Temple built in 1938 by the industrialist Birla, dedicated to Vishnu and his consort, Laxmi. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, garish
PMR345-07 India, New Delhi: the golden dome of the Bangla Sahib Gurdwara Temple, with Sikh family on the busy forecourt. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city
PMR345-06 India, New Delhi: the large pool with surrounding portico for pre-worship ablutions, adjoining Bangla Sahib Gurdwara Sikh Temple. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city, reflections, tradition
PMR345-05 India, New Delhi: late afternoon light on the gardens of Humayun's Tomb, with sacred cows among the palm trees. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, park, vegetation
PMR345-04 India, New Delhi: tomb of Moghul Emperor Humayan (1530-1556) built by his wife, Haji Begum, is regarded as an architectural forerunner of the Taj Mahal. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, dome, symmetry
PMR345-03 India, New Delhi: a dazzling array of saris (Hindu), salwars with kameez (Sikh) and churidhars (Sikh) worn by visitors to the Bahai House of Worship at Bahapur. Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, capital city, traditional, dress
PMR345-02 India, New Delhi: Bahai House of Worship at Bahapur, built 1980-86 in the form of a lotus blossom with nine petals. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, heritage, imposing, capital city, graceful, 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
PMR344-11 India, New Delhi: inside the Red Fort (Lal Qila), built 1638-1648 by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan: gardens, with rows of columnar Ashoka trees. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, capital city, heritage
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
PMR344-08 India, New Delhi: inside the Red Fort (Lal Qila), built 1638-1648 by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan: gateway pavilion, seen from a typical arched colonnade. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city
PMR344-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria: part of the village of Bayerischzell from the top of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with snow-capped Austrian and Italian Alps in the far distance. The little chapel can be seen in the left foreground. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama
PMR344-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: part of the village of Bayerischzell from the top of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with snow-capped Alps in the far distance. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama
PMR344-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: rock formations near the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with the highest chapel in Germany (top left). Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geological
PMR344-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Biergarten terrace near the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with the little chapel in the background. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, beer
PMR344-02 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: pink flamingoes in the zoological gardens. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Köln, birds, waders
PMR343-12 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: Old Town Hall, part 14th century Gothic, with portal from the Renaissance period. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, heritage, imposing, wattle and daub, gables, Köln
PMR343-11 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: Renaissance portal of the Old Town Hall. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, gables, Köln
PMR343-10 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: floodlit gabled houses and open air restaurants on the Frankenwerft, with Gross St. Martin and the ghostly towers of the cathedral in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln
PMR343-09 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: evening on the Rhine quays, with floodlit gables, Gross St. Martin and cathedral. The brightly-lit restaurant ships are reflected in the waters of the Rhine. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln, illuminated, night lights
PMR343-08 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: evening on the Rhine quays, with floodlit gables, Gross St. Martin, TV-Tower and cathedral. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln, illuminated, night lights
PMR343-07 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: Gothic 15th century tower of the Old Town Hall seen from th Old Market Place (Alter Markt). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln, monument
PMR343-05 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: tall, narrow, gabled, burgher houses (rebuilt after the war) overlooked by the apses of Gross St. Martin, on the Frankenwerft in the pedestrian zone. The open air restaurants come to life in the evenings. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln
PMR343-04 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: tall, narrow, gabled, burgher houses (rebuilt after the war) and modern fountain on the Frankenwerft in the pedestrian zone. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln
PMR343-01 Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: Hahnentor, formerly the main entrance gate to the city from the west. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln, castellations
PMR342-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: a typical frescoed cottage facade with a colourful display of geraniums. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, traditional, show, frontage
PMR342-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: the harbour, with a lake steamer entering between the famous Bavarian lion and lighthouse. Keywords: picturesque, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture
PMR342-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: Hauptstrasse, now a pedestrian precinct, is lined by tall mediaeval burgher houses. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture
PMR341-12 Alpine Stonecrop (Sedum alpestre) in the Bernese Oberland. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR341-11 Moss Campion (Silene acaulis) in the Bernese Oberland. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR341-10 Alpine Toadflax (Linaria alpina) in the Bernese Oberland. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR341-08 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Jungfraujoch (3466 metres): alpine landscape with observatory and Sphinx Terraces. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery
PMR341-07 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Jungfraujoch (3466 metres): huskies taking a rest between sleigh rides, near the summit of the funicular station. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets
PMR340-12 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view from the Mönchjochshütte near the Jungfraujoch (3466 metres). Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery
PMR340-11 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Eismeer, the great snowfield of the Fiescher Glacier, seen from a window in the Jungfraujoch Funicular tunnel. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery
PMR340-10 Alpine Rampion (Phyteuma hemisphaericum) and Bearded Bellflower (Campanula barbata) in the Bernese Oberland. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR340-09 Female Small Blue Butterfly (Cupido minimus) on Crow Flower (Geranium sylvaticum) in the Bernese Oberland. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful, Lepidoptera
PMR340-08 Marsh Orchid (Dactylorhiza alpestris) in the Bernese Oberland. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR340-07 White Buttercup (Ranunculus aconitifolius) in the Bernese Oberland. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR340-05 Yellow Alpine Anemone (Pulsatilla alpina apiifolia) in the Bernese Oberland. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR340-04 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: footpath across the meadows from Kleine Scheidegg to Wengernalp, with the Jungfrau as backdrop. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, majestic, buttercups, colourful
PMR340-03 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: footpath across the meadows from Kleine Scheidegg to Wengernalp, with the Jungfrau as backdrop. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, hiking, trekking, outdoor life, majestic
PMR340-02 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Kleine Scheidegg, with the Jungfraujoch Funicular passing the Eiger Glacier. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, railway, train, majestic
PMR340-01 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Kleine Scheidegg, with the Eiger Glacier in the background. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets
PMR339-12 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: north face of the Eiger (3970 metres) or "Eigerwand", with Jungfraujoch Railway Tunnel, from the Männlichen-Wengernalp path. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, mighty, awe-inspiring, challenge, majestic
PMR339-11 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: distant view of the town and Wetterhorn from the Männlichen-Wengernalp path. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, stoney
PMR339-10 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Lauterbrunnen: view of the town in its gorge with waterfalls, seen from Männlichen (2230 metres), with snow-covered Breithorn in the left background. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows
PMR339-08 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: houses on the Unterseen waterfront, with reflections in the River Aare. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, chalets, colourful, architecture
PMR339-07 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: view of the Kurgarten, with snow-covered Jungfrau in the distance and Smoke Tree (Cotinus coggygria) in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, gardens, cure-gardens, fountain, Smoke Bush
PMR339-06 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: the Casino and Kursaal, surrounded by formal flower gardens. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, convalescence, relaxation, leisure, colourful
PMR339-05 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: houses in Unterseen, the old quarter, with flower bedecked fountain in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, alpine scenery, street scene, architecture, geraniums
PMR339-04 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: houses in Unterseen, the old quarter, with Mount Harder Kulm in the background. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, chalets, street scene, architecture, belltower
PMR339-03 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: houses in Unterseen, the old quarter, with Mount Harder Kulm in the background. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, chalets, street scene, architecture, belltower
PMR339-02 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Hotel Post Hardermannli, a traditional building with carved wooden eaves. With the yellow and black Interlaken flag. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, alpine scenery, chalets, architecture, geraniums, colourful
PMR339-01 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: view of the Upper Glacier from the Hotel Wetterhorn. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, barren, crevasse
PMR338-12 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: the Upper Glacier, descending from the Schreckhorn. Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, barren, crevasse
PMR338-11 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: rocks, planed flat by former glacier, near the Pfingstegg path. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, geological, phenomenon
PMR338-10 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: view of the town, in its green valley, from the Pfingstegg path. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, panorama
PMR338-09 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: the town centre, with the snow-covered Schreckhorn iand the Upper Glacier in the background. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, street scene, hotels
PMR338-08 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: the town centre, with the snow-covered Schreckhorn in the background. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, street scene, hotels
PMR338-07 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: glimpse of the Finsteraarhorn (4273 metres) with geranium bedecked cafe terrace in the foreground. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets
PMR338-06 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: the Wetterhorn (3701 metres) Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets
PMR338-05 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: glimpse of the Fiescherwand, covered in snow, between the Schreckhorn and the Eiger, with meadows and chalets in the foreground. Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, valley
PMR338-04 Switzerland: the Furka Pass (2431 metres) with the road leading down to Gletsch. Keywords: alpine, countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, scenery, tortuous, valley
PMR338-03 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Markus Tower and Röder Gate. With colourful wrought iron trader's sign. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, imposing, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR338-02 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Hafengasse and Röder Gate. With colourful wrought iron traders' signs. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR338-01 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the Old Forge and Blacksmith. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR334-10 England, Norfolk, Norwich: the cathedral was built in Norman style, the foundation stone being laid in 1096. The Gothic cloisters seen from the south east. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, ancient, monument, heritage
PMR334-09 England, Norfolk, Norwich: the cathedral was built in Norman style, the foundation stone being laid in 1096. View of the tower, south transept and part of the nave, from the cloisters. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, ancient, monument, heritage
PMR334-08 England, Norfolk, Norwich: the cathedral was built in Norman style, the foundation stone being laid in 1096. View of the spire and facade of the south transept. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, ancient, monument, heritage
PMR334-07 England, Norfolk, Norwich: the cathedral was built in Norman style, the foundation stone being laid in 1096. View of the spire, the second highest in England. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, ancient, monument, heritage
PMR334-04 England, Norfolk, Norwich: founded at the time of the Norman Conquest, Norwich Castle retains only the much-renovated highly ornamented keep, which is now home to the Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Bath stone, ancient, monument
PMR334-02 Easter Cactus (Schlumbergera gaertneri) in flower. Keywords: delicate, beauty, forest cactus, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful, succulents
PMR334-01 Easter Cactus (Schlumbergera gaertneri) in flower. Keywords: delicate, beauty, forest cactus, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful, succulents
PMR333-10 Principality of Liechtenstein, Vaduz: the Castle of Liechtenstein (top left) overlooks the town from on high, backed by lofty snow-capped mountains. Vineyard in autumn colouring in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, park, grounds
PMR333-09 Principality of Liechtenstein, Vaduz: view from the Castle of Liechtenstein across the Rhine Valley. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, park, grounds
PMR333-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: flowers on the promenade, with the Mangturm (13th century) in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval
PMR333-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: frescoes and sun dial on the south gable of the Gothic Rathaus (Town Hall). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, step gable, statue, fountain
PMR333-05 Flowers of the Sweet Pea (Lathyrus odoratus) Keywords: nature, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful, annual, legumes
PMR333-04 Denmark, Copenhagen, Tivoli Gardens at night: boating pool with pagoda and weeping willow tree. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, illuminations, lights, bright, reflections, entertainment, attraction, spectacle
PMR332-12 Denmark, Copenhagen, Tivoli Gardens at night: pools with fountains in front of an illuminated pavilion. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, illuminations, lights, bright, reflections, entertainment, attraction, spectacle
PMR332-11 Denmark, Copenhagen, Tivoli Gardens at night: the Oriental Pavilion and Gardens. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, illuminations, lights, bright, reflections, entertainment, attraction, spectacle
PMR332-10 Denmark, Copenhagen: sailing boats moored in the picturesque Nyhavn (Gammel Strand), with the brightly coloured 17th century burgher houses lining the waterfront. In the foreground sightseeing boats returning after touring the harbour. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, attraction, entertainment
PMR332-09 Denmark, Copenhagen: sailing boats moored in the picturesque Nyhavn (Gammel Strand), with the brightly coloured 17th century burgher houses lining the waterfront. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, attraction, entertainment
PMR332-05 Denmark, Helsingor (Elsinore): view of the grounds and fortifications of Kronborg Fortress, where Hamlet might have walked, with cannons in the foreground. The yacht harbour is visible in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, defence
PMR332-04 Denmark, Helsingor (Elsinore): view from the Kronborg Fortress across Oresund to Helsingborg in Sweden, with cannons in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, fortifications, defence
PMR332-03 Sweden: boats on the lake adjoining a camping site, a few kilometres north of Ljungby. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, reflections, calm, peaceful, tranquil, birch wood, rural, countryside
PMR332-01 Sweden, Vadstena: Radhuset, the oldest town hall in Sweden (1400); the square tower was added at the end of the 15th century. It now serves as a bistro. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR331-12 Sweden, Vadstena: Renaissance castle with moat, begun by Gustav Vasa in 1545, has four massive corner towers, and a central tower which contains the chapel. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence, red-brick
PMR331-11 Sweden, Vadstena: Renaissance castle with moat, begun by Gustav Vasa in 1545, has four massive corner towers, and a central tower which contains the chapel. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence, red-brick, reflections
PMR331-09 Sweden, Stockholm: full-rigged sailing ship "af Chapman" built in 1887 by the Whitehaven Shipbuilding Company, moored off Skepps Island, is used as a youth hostel. Her original name was "Dunboyne" then "G.D. Kennedy" and she made several trips round the world as a training ship until 1934. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, capital city, 3-master, veteran, vintage
PMR331-07 Sweden, Stockholm: Changing of the guard in the West Court of the Royal Palace. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, equestrians, soldiers, uniform, mounted guards, cannon, ceremony
PMR331-06 Sweden, Stockholm: Changing of the guard in the West Court of the Royal Palace. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, equestrians, soldiers, uniform, mounted guards, ceremony
PMR331-04 Sweden, Stockholm: Prince Regent's Palace, Gustav Adolf Square, and the Opera House, with reflections in Norrström. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, capital city
PMR331-03 Sweden, Stockholm: Stadshuset from the Klara Mälar-Strand, starting point for pleasure cruising trips. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city, quayside, jetty
PMR330-08 Sweden, Stockholm: Strömgatan, with Prince Regent's Palace in the foreground, and Rosenbad Palace extreme left. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, capital city
PMR330-07 Sweden, Stockholm: statue of a male figure in the Ström parterre garden on Helgeands Island, with the Opera House in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city, drama, stage, music, acting
PMR329-12 Sweden, Stockholm: Riddarholmskyrkan (Church on Knights' Island), completed ca.1300 for the Franciscans, but much altered since. It contains the tombs of the Bernadotte family, as well as many field marshalls. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, capital city
PMR329-09 Sweden, Stockholm: Stadshuset (City Hall) in early morning sunshine, with flowers on the quayside in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city
PMR329-07 Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. Granite-faced office block on the north bank of the River Aurajoki, with returning fishing boat. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, imposing, watercraft, moorings
PMR329-04 Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. fruit and flower market in the Market Square, with the green dome of the Orthodox Church in the background. Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, gladioli, tiger lilies
PMR329-01 Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. Viking Line Ferry leaving Turku for Stockholm, passing Ruissalo Island, with striking cloud formation, typical at this latitude. Keywords: picturesque, skyscape, meteorology
PMR328-12 Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. View from the camping site on Ruissalo Island with striking cloud formation, typical at this latitude. Keywords: picturesque, skyscape, meteorology
PMR328-11 Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. Beach near the camping site on Ruissalo Island with returning fishing boat in the distance and striking cloud formation. Keywords: picturesque, skyscape, meteorology
PMR328-10 Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. "Suomen Joutsen", the "Swan of Finland", a three-masted steel frigate, formerly sailed under the German flag as the "Oldenburg" from 1922 to 1928. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, sailing boat, sailing ship, training ship, graceful, stately, veteran, vintage
PMR328-09 Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. Samppalinna windmill, adjacent to the summer theatre arena on a hill above the south bank. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage
PMR328-08 Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Turku Cathedral, parts of which go back to early 13th century, was the national cathedral until 1812, when Helsinki became capital instead of Turku, Finland's oldest town. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, cannas
PMR328-07 Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. View of the moorings along the River Aurajoki, with the cathedral in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, boats, watercraft, jetty
PMR328-06 Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. The town has grown up around the River Aurajoki. The modern theatre lies on the south bank. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, watercraft, boats, moorings, stage, drama, plays
PMR328-04 Finland, Helsinki: harbour scene, backed by buildings on Pohjoisranta - the Northern Shore. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, capital city, Helsingfors, boats, moorings
PMR328-03 Finland, Helsinki: Uspenski Cathedral, the Orthodox cathedral dedicated to the Virgin Mary, completed in 1868. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city, Helsingfors
PMR328-02 Finland, Helsinki: the cathedral, completed in 1852 to designs of C.L. Engel, stands in Senate Square. Oblique view showing the classical facades, each with six Corinthian columns. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, capital city, Helsingfors
PMR328-01 Finland, Helsinki: the cathedral, completed in 1852 to designs of C.L. Engel, stands in Senate Square. The monument is dedicated to Tsar Alexander II and was created by sculptor Walter Runeberg in 1894. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, capital city, Helsingfors, statue
PMR327-12 Finland, Helsinki: view of the harbour and dome of the cathedral, with bowsprit and anchor of a sailing boat in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, Helsingfors
PMR327-08 Finland, Helsinki: home grown vegetables and flowers on sale from a boat moored near Market Square. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, capital city, Helsingfors, trading
PMR327-07 Finland, Helsinki: the cathedral, completed in 1852 to designs of C.L. Engel, stands in Senate Square. The monument is dedicated to Tsar Alexander II and was created by sculptor Walter Runeberg in 1894. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, capital city, Helsingfors, statue
PMR327-05 Finland, Helsinki: harbour scene with sailing ship/houseboat and Uspenski Cathedral in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, Helsingfors
PMR327-01 USSR, Leningrad: part of the south west facade of the Winter Palace. Designed mainly by Bartolomeo Rastrelli, it was the seat of the Tsars from the early 18th century. The Hermitage Museum is now housed in part of the complex. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, Baroque, Rococo, St. Petersburg
PMR326-11 USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the small Marly Palace, built to accommodate guests, viewed from the top of the Marly Cascade, or Golden Hill Cascade, which is adorned with statues of mythological figures. The fountain is one of the "Ménager" (i.e. economic - they are "hollow") Fountains. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, fountains, waterplay, statues, gardens, park, grounds, Peterhof
PMR326-10 USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the small Marly Palace, built to accommodate guests, viewed from the top of the Marly Cascade, or Golden Hill Cascade, which is adorned with statues of mythological figures. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, fountains, waterplay, statues, gardens, park, grounds, Peterhof
PMR326-09 USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the moated Hermitage, where guests and the laid table were together raised on a lift to the upper storey, where they could dine in privacy. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, St. Petersburg, Baroque, park, gardens, grounds
PMR326-08 USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the Adam Fountain with its twin conservatories. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, garden, park, grounds, Peterhof
PMR326-05 USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the Orangery with its gardens and gilded Triton fountain. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, park, grounds, Peterhof
PMR326-04 USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the Palace Church in the East Pavilion has a golden cupola surmounted by a cross. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, Baroque, Peterhof
PMR326-03 USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the two Roman Fountains in the parterre which are based on originals in St. Peter's Square, Rome. Colourful flowerbeds in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, culture, heritage, St. Petersburg, garden, park, grounds, Peterhof
PMR326-02 USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: view of the twin Roman Fountains from the Chessboard Cascade stairway, with statues in the foreground depicting antique gods. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, St. Petersburg, gardens, park, grounds, Peterhof
PMR325-12 USSR, Leningrad: view of the West Pavilion of the Great Palace of Petrodvorets with costumed court lady posing in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, St. Petersburg, Baroque, period dress, pretty girl, model, Peterhof
PMR325-11 USSR, Leningrad: view of the West Pavilion of the Great Palace of Petrodvorets surmounted by the double eagle, with the Fountain of Spring and Summer. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, Baroque, Peterhof
PMR325-10 USSR, Leningrad: view of the Great Palace of Petrodvorets from the Upper Park, with the Dolphin Fountain in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, Peterhof
PMR325-09 USSR, Leningrad: view of the Great Palace of Petrodvorets from the Upper Park, with statues in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, Peterhof
PMR325-08 USSR, Leningrad: Neva panorama (from left): Academy of Sciences, Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography (formerly the Kunstkamera), Zoological Museum, the Exchange and a Rostral Column on the Strelka, seen from the Hermitage Hydrofoil landing platform. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, St. Petersburg, Baroque
PMR325-07 USSR, Leningrad: Cathedral of the Resurrection in Smolny Convent, begun in 1748 by Elizabeth I but only finished in the 1830s. Another of Rastrelli's creations, today (1990) it houses an exhibition devoted to the city of Leningrad. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, impressive
PMR324-07 USSR, Leningrad: Peter and Paul Fortress, with the golden spire of the cathedral reflected in the waters of the Kronverk Canal. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, fortifications, defence
PMR324-06 USSR, Leningrad: Cruiser "Aurora", now a museum ship, sided with the Bolsheviks in 1917 and actively promoted the revolution. From here came the signal to storm the Winter Palace. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, warship, navy, marine, steamship, veteran
PMR324-05 USSR, Leningrad: the Armenian Church on Nevsky Prospekt, built by Velten between 1771-80. Presently in use as a storeroom (1990). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, Classical
PMR324-04 USSR, Leningrad: buildings on Nevsky Prospekt, viewed from the gardens of Kazan Cathedral. No. 28, on the right, built in 1912-14, now the "House of Books" formerly belonged to the Singer Sewing Machine Company. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg
PMR324-03 USSR, Leningrad: central tower of the Admiralty Buildings, one of the first projects of Peter the Great in St. Petersburg (1704-5) and the hub and emblem of the city. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg
PMR324-02 USSR, Leningrad: central tower of the Admiralty Buildings, one of the first projects of Peter the Great in St. Petersburg (1704-5) and the hub and emblem of the city. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg
PMR324-01 USSR, Leningrad: Peter the Great Monument "The Bronze Horseman" in the Square of the Decembrists, dedicated by Catherine the Great on 07.08.1782, the centenary of his accession. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, equestrian, statue, St. Petersburg
PMR323-12 USSR, Leningrad: St. Isaac's Cathedral, the world's 3rd largest domed church (after St. Peter's, Rome and St. Paul's, London). Built between 1818 and 1858 to a design of Auguste Ricard de Montferrand of red granite and grey marble. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, Classical, St. Petersburg
PMR323-11 USSR, Leningrad: Nicholas I Monument, designed by Montferrand, the architect of St. Isaac's Cathedral, and unveiled in 1859. The allegorical figures have features of the Tsar's wife and daughters who commissioned the work. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, equestrian, statue, St. Petersburg
PMR323-10 USSR, Leningrad: Nicholas I Monument in Isaac Square with the gilded dome of St. Isaac's Cathedral providing an impressive background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Orthodox, equestrian, statue, St. Petersburg
PMR323-09 USSR, Leningrad: view of the Alexander Column and Winter Palace from the twin arches of the General Staff Headquarters. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Baroque, St. Petersburg
PMR323-08 USSR, Leningrad: corner of Palace Square where the Guards Headquarters (1837-43) adjoins the Winter Palace. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Baroque, Rococo, St. Petersburg
PMR323-07 USSR, Leningrad: main entrance of the Winter Palace on Palace Square. Designed mainly by Bartolomeo Rastrelli, it was the seat of the Tsars from the early 18th century. The Hermitage Museum is now housed in part of the complex. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, Baroque, Rococo, St. Petersburg
PMR323-06 USSR, Leningrad: Alexander Column in Palace Square with the Winter Palace behind. 47.5 metres high and cut from a single block of granite, in 1829-34, it commemorates the Russian victory over Napoleon. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, monument, imposing, St. Petersburg
PMR323-05 USSR, Leningrad: Academy of Sciences and Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography (formerly the Kunstkamera) on University Quay, seen from the far bank of the River Neva. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Baroque, panorama, imposing, St- Petersburg
PMR323-03 USSR, Leningrad: Museum of Anthropology aand Ethnography, formerly the Kunstkamera, on University Quay overlooking the River Neva. The further building is the classical Academy of Sciences. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Baroque, imposing, St. Petersburg
PMR323-02 USSR, Leningrad: Rostral Columns, formerly lighthouses, on the Strelka, decorated with ships' prows and based on Roman originals (rostrum = prow). Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, sculpture, street scene, St. Petersburg
PMR323-01 USSR, Leningrad: Peter and Paul Fortress: the mausoleum in the foreground is connected to the cathedral (behind) by a passageway. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, Baroque, St. Petersburg
PMR322-12 USSR, Leningrad: returning pleasure boat on the River Neva, with late afternoon sun illuminating the golden spire of the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in the distance. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, boat, river-cruiser, tourism, sightseeing, St. Petersburg
PMR322-11 USSR, Leningrad: north west facade of the Winter Palace, 250 metres long, overlooking the River Neva Designed mainly by Bartolomeo Rastrelli, it was the seat of the Tsars from the early 18th century. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, Baroque, Rococo, Hermitage, St. Petersburg
PMR322-10 USSR, Leningrad: tourists can view the city in comfort by horse-drawn stagecoach, here passing through Palace Square, with the Alexander column in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, city-tour, St. Petersburg
PMR322-09 USSR, Leningrad: General Staff Headquarters on Palace Square, facing the Winter Palace, built by Carlo Rossi between 1819 and 1829. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, crescent, arches, monument, chariot, horse-drawn, imposing, St. Petersburg
PMR322-08 USSR, Leningrad: Strogonov Palace, built in 1752-54 by Bartolomeo Francesco Rastrelli, stands on the Moyka River. The Strogonovs were one of Russia's leading families and patrons of the arts. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Baroque, noble, imposing, St. Petersburg
PMR322-05 USSR, Leningrad: tourist souvenirs are on offer on all sides of Pushkin Square. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, matryoshka dolls, market, stalls, traditional, toys, St. Petersburg
PMR322-03 USSR, Leningrad: Pushkin Monument on the "Square of the Arts", with the Russian Museum in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, author, playrwright, dramatist, statue, St. Petersburg
PMR322-01 USSR, Leningrad: Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral, built between 1712-33, contains the tombs of the Tsars. The golden spire is 122 metres high, by decree the highest building in Leningrad. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg
PMR321-09 USSR, Novgorod: Spasski Tower (15th century) at the southern end of the Kremlin wall, and Knyashi Tower (left). Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence
PMR321-08 USSR, Novgorod: Victory Monument commemorating the liberation from the Nazis in 1944. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, statue, equestrian, horseman, allegorical
PMR321-07 USSR, Novgorod: view of the Kremlin walls and beach, from the Victory Monument. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence
PMR321-06 USSR, Novgorod: bridge over the River Volkhov, with Kremlin walls, domes and belltower of St. Sophia's Cathedral, built in 1045-50 by Kiev architects. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, landscape, skyline
PMR321-05 USSR, Novgorod: distant view of the Kremlin walls and the domes of St. Sophia from the far side of the River Volkhov, with a colourful flowerbed in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR321-04 USSR, Novgorod: (left) Yaroslav Princes' Court (11th century) and (right) St. Procop's Church (1529). Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR321-02 USSR, Novgorod: Pokrov Church (14th century) with the Kremlin walls behind. At the moment it is home to the restaurant "Detinets". Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR321-01 USSR, Novgorod: monument erected to commemorate the Russian Millennium in 1862, designed by M. Mieschin. The domes of St. Sophia's Cathedral are visible in the background. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, artistic, art
PMR320-12 USSR, Novgorod: monument erected to commemorate the Russian Millennium in 1862, designed by M. Mieschin. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, artistic, art
PMR320-09 USSR, Moscow: Novodevichiy Convent - Dormition (Uspenskaya) Refectory Church, built 1685-7. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, Orthodox, UNESCO
PMR320-07 USSR, Moscow: Novodevichiy Convent - the Belltower, completed in 1690. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, UNESCO
PMR320-06 USSR, Moscow: Novodevichiy Convent - the Transfiguration Gate Church, the northern entrance to the convent, built in 1687. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, Orthodox, UNESCO
PMR320-05 USSR, Moscow: Cathedral of Pokrov (St. Basil the Blessed) in Red Square, built 1555-60 for Ivan the Terrible. View from the west. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, capital city, Pokrovsky, UNESCO, Byzantine
PMR320-03 USSR, Moscow: Cathedral of Pokrov (St. Basil the Blessed) in Red Square, built 1555-60 for Ivan the Terrible. View from the south. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, capital city, Pokrovsky, UNESCO, Byzantine
PMR320-02 USSR, Moscow: Senate Building in the Kremlin, seat of the Soviet Council of Ministers (government), built in 1787 for Catherine the Great. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, capital city
PMR319-09 USSR, Moscow: Belltower of Ivan the Great, 81 metres high, built in the early 16th century. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, monument, capital city, golden dome
PMR319-08 USSR, Moscow: Church of the Deposition of the Robe, built 1484-86, within the Kremlin walls. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, monument, capital city, Orthodox
PMR319-06 USSR, Moscow: Praesidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR in the Kremlin, built 1932-4. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, neo-Classical
PMR319-05 USSR, Moscow: Cathedral of the Annunciation (1484-89) within the Kremlin walls. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, golden, domes, Orthodox
PMR319-04 USSR, Moscow: Cathedral of the Annunciation (1484-89) within the Kremlin walls. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, golden, domes, Orthodox
PMR318-11 Poland, Cracow: entrance gate to the Wawel Fortress in Sandomierska Tower. The portcullis is lowered at night. In the background is the Senatorska Tower. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence
PMR318-10 Poland, Cracow: Wawel bastion from the east - Stradom Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR318-08 Poland, Cracow: monument to the poet Adam Mickiewicz, the original destroyed by the Nazis, but replaced in 1955. The Cloth Hall in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, statue, memorial, street scene
PMR318-07 Poland, Cracow: the Cloth Hall, a mediaeval trading centre dating back to the early 14th century now contains tourist boutiques. View of the 100-metre-long frontage. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR318-06 Poland, Cracow: people's march crossing the Main Square to the accompanyment of amplified protest songs, with the Cloth Hall in the background. A contingent from Wadowice with a banner displaying the Pope's portrait. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, procession, demonstration, movement, festival, celebration, holiday, happy
PMR318-05 Poland, Cracow: people's march crossing the Main Square to the accompanyment of amplified protest songs, with the Cloth Hall in the background. The banner celebrates 80 years of Kocnany. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, procession, demonstration, movement, festival, celebration, holiday, happy
PMR318-04 Poland, Cracow: people's march crossing the Main Square to the accompanyment of amplified protest songs, with the Cloth Hall in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, procession, demonstration, movement, festival, celebration, holiday, happy
PMR318-03 Poland, Cracow: a troupe of schoolgirl dancers in traditional costumes performing modern dance routines on a raised stage in the main square, in front of the Cloth Hall. Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, festival, celebration
PMR318-02 Poland, Cracow: a troupe of schoolgirl dancers in traditional costumes performing modern dance routines on a raised stage in the main square, in front of the Cloth Hall. Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, festival, celebration
PMR317-09 Poland, Cracow: the local artists display their work against the town wall, on both sides of the Florianska Gate. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, paintings, art display, artistic
PMR317-08 Poland, Cracow: Florianska Gate and Furriers' Tower, built in 1300-07, showing the Baroque bas-relief of St. Florian. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, town wall
PMR317-07 Poland, Cracow: St. Mary's Church, a Gothic basilica dating from the 14th century. The towers were added about 1478. From the taller one a bugle call sounds every hour, formerly the "all clear" signal from the watchman. In the foreground is the monument to the poet Adam Mickiewicz. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, statue, memorial, street scene
PMR317-06 Poland, Cracow: the Main Square (Rynek Glowny) with the disparate twin towers of St. Mary's Church, and monument to the poet Adam Mickiewicz. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR317-05 Poland, Cracow: the Cloth Hall, a mediaeval trading centre dating back to the early 14th century now contains tourist boutiques. View of the south end. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR317-04 Poland, Cracow: Town Hall Tower, completed in 1383, stands alone in the market place, the town hall having been demolished in 1820. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR317-03 Poland, Cracow: the Royal Archcathedral Basilica of Saints Stanislaus and Wenceslaus on the Wawel Hill (Wawel Cathedral), completed in 1364 in Gothic style, but displays many later additions in a variety of styles. It contains the tombs of the Polish kings and queens. The golden dome denotes Sigismund's Chapel. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR317-01 Poland, Cracow: graceful arcades surround the inner court of Wawel Castle on four sides. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR316-12 Poland, Cracow: the Royal Archcathedral Basilica of Saints Stanislaus and Wenceslaus on the Wawel Hill (Wawel Cathedral), completed in 1364 in Gothic style, but displays many later additions in a variety of styles. It contains the tombs of the Polish kings and queens. In the foreground, a display of bronze cannons outside the museum. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR316-09 Poland, Cracow: River Vistula seen from the walls of the Wawel Fortress with the Kosciuszko Mound in the distamce. Keywords: picturesque, buttress, fortifications , defence
PMR316-08 Poland, Cracow: Garden Camping Site on the outskirts of the town. Keywords: picturesque, tenting, open air, outdoor life, rural
PMR316-06 Czechoslovakia, Brno: Mahenovo Divadlo (the city theatre) on the east side of the city, a handsome classical building. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia, opera
PMR316-05 Czechoslovakia, Brno: market place (25th June Square) with view along Radnicka Street, and the old town hall. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia, street scene
PMR316-04 Czechoslovakia, Brno: market place (25th June Square) with the tower of the old town hall. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia, street scene
PMR316-03 Czechoslovakia, Brno: fountain in the market square (25th June Square) by J.B. Fischer von Erlach (1690-96), with local growers' stall in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia
PMR316-02 Czechoslovakia, Brno: tower of the old town hall and symbol of Brno, with carved Gothic figures above the doorway. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia
PMR316-01 Czechoslovakia, Brno: selling lottery tickets in Liberty Square. St. Jacob's Church in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia
PMR315-12 Czechoslovakia, Brno: the Virgin's Column stands in a corner of Liberty Square. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Slovakia, street scene, Brünn, Moravia
PMR315-11 Czechoslovakia, Brno: rich Gothic ornamentation above the main portal of the Church of Saints Peter and Paul. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Slovakia, stone carving, Brünn, Moravia
PMR315-10 Czechoslovakia, Brno: the Church of Saints Peter and Paul overlooks the town from its position on the bastions. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia
PMR315-09 Czechoslovakia, Brno: Atlantes in Liberty Square make dwarfs of the shoppers beneath. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Slovakia, street scene, Brünn, Moravia
PMR315-08 Czechoslovakia, Brno: Liberty Square, in the centre of the town, with St. Jacob's Church tower. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, Slovakia, heritage, Brünn, Moravia
PMR315-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Neuburg an der Donau: facade of the Hofkirche (early 17th century Baroque) and the Fountain of the Virgin. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage
PMR315-06 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: Residenzplatz, with facade of the south wing of the Prince-Bishops' Palace, and base of the Virgin's Column with its fountains. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR315-05 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: former administrative building of the Prince-Bishops (right), with (centre) gable of the courthouse of the cathedral chapter, and the twin towers of the cathedral itself. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Baroque
PMR315-04 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: Willibaldsburg (St. Willibald's Castle), built in 1353 - the Gemmingen Building seen from the west in the valley. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence
PMR315-03 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: the spacious courtyard of the Rebdorf Monastery with the church towers in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR315-02 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: Willibaldsburg (St. Willibald's Castle), built in 1353 - view of the Gemmingen Building with north tower. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence
PMR315-01 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: view from St. Willibald's Castle with Rebdorf Monastery and Grammar School in the centre. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, landscape, panorama, farmland
PMR314-12 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: Residenzplatz, with facade of the south wing of the Prince-Bishops' Palace, fountains with cherubs, and the Virgin's Column. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR314-11 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: view from St. Willibald's Castle with Rebdorf Monastery and Grammar School in the centre. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, landscape, panorama, farmland
PMR314-10 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: oriel window on the corner of Luitpold Strasse, with the Baroque Church of the Guardian Angel (1620) in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage
PMR314-09 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: St. Willibald's Fountain in the Market Place. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Renaissance
PMR314-08 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: the River Altmühl, seen from the town's bridge, with the church of St. Walburg Benedictine Convent in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, reflections, horse-chestnut tree, wooded
PMR314-07 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: approach to the town by the bridge over the River Altmühl, with the Baroque west front of the cathedral behind. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR314-02 Switzerland, Basel: St. Alban's Gate-Tower, dating back to 1230. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Gothic
PMR313-12 Switzerland, Basel: Barfüsser Platz and Barfüsser Church, the former Franciscan Church, which now houses the Historical Museum where many of the city's treasures are to be seen. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR313-11 Switzerland, Basel: Andreas Platz manages to preserve its original appearance. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage
PMR313-10 Switzerland, Basel: Market Place, with some of the varied facades, and tower of the city hall. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR313-09 Switzerland, Basel: City Hall (Rathaus), completed in about 1501 and renovated in 1901, with its colourful facade. The police post, surmounted by a colourful balcony from the time of the renovation. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Renaissance
PMR313-08 Switzerland, Basel: City Hall (Rathaus), completed in about 1501 and renovated in 1901, has a frescoed facade and gilded clock with painted and gilded figures. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Renaissance
PMR313-07 Switzerland, Basel: City Hall (Rathaus), completed in about 1501 and renovated in 1901, with its colourful facade. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Renaissance
PMR313-06 Switzerland, Basel: blue flowers of Molltkia petraea and an array of cacti in the university botanical garden with the university buildings in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, colourful, horticulture
PMR313-05 Switzerland, Basel: newly renovated Baroque palace on Bernoulli Strasse near the Botanical Gardens. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, cobblestones
PMR313-04 Switzerland, Basel: mediaeval housing in the Peters Gasse. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage
PMR313-03 Switzerland, Basel: old houses in the Peters Gasse, with St. Peters church tower behind. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR313-02 Switzerland, Basel: tethered ferry boat arriving from the north bank of the River Rhine, with the city's fireboat, ever ready for action. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, quayside, ferry crossing
PMR313-01 Switzerland, Basel: Hotel Euler, sporting a pink ribbon to celebrate its 125th anniversary. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, gift-wrapping
PMR312-12 Switzerland, Basel: Barfüsser Platz, with Restaurant "zum braunen Hutz" (with sgraffiti). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR312-11 Switzerland, Basel: pleasure boat berthed at the quay in front of the tourist office building. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, boat, motor cruiser
PMR312-10 Switzerland, Basel: the stone Middle Bridge on the site of the first stone bridge over the River Rhine, built in 1225. Flag in the foreground bears Basel's armorial symbol: a bishop's crosier Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR312-09 Switzerland, Basel: old patrician houses backing on to the Rhine; view from Oberer Rheinweg. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR312-08 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: view of the town, its vineyards and surrounding hills from above. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, medieval, countryside, landscape
PMR312-07 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: fountain, with the Banque Agricole and old houses with traditional arched doorways. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, heritage, cobblestones
PMR312-06 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: entrance to the Restaurant "au Petit Gourmet" with its handsome wrought iron sign. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones
PMR312-05 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: outside the town wall. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones, fortifications, defence
PMR312-04 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: red tablecloths distinguish the outdoor tables of the Hotel du Dolder. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones, diners
PMR312-03 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: fountain by the north gate with view down the main street. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones
PMR312-02 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: part of the town square and half timbered buildings at the top of the main street. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones
PMR312-01 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: one of the side alleys with glimpse of the church tower. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones
PMR311-12 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: Hotel/Restaurant "Le Sarment d'Or" in a side street. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, heritage, cobblestones
PMR311-11 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: diners in the main square, surrounded by historic, half timbered houses. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones
PMR311-10 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: open air restaurant in a leafy, secluded courtyard. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, heritage, dining
PMR311-09 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: view of the north gatetower, the Dolder, with cafe tables on the street. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones
PMR311-08 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: courtyard off the main street. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones
PMR311-07 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: wine house "Hugel" on the main street. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones
PMR311-06 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: main street with one of mny wine houses. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones, medieval
PMR311-05 France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: half timbered houses near the south gate. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones
PMR311-04 Switzerland, Basel: artist painting the cathedral, with the Middle Bridge over the River Rhine in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, artistic, painter
PMR311-03 Switzerland, Basel: view of the stone Middle Bridge over the River Rhine from the promenade "Oberer Rheinweg". Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR311-02 Switzerland, Basel: view of the cathedral from the Wettstein Bridge over the River Rhine. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR310-09 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: view of Prunn Castle from the heights on the opposite side of the valley, with the River Altmühl flowing between. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, limestone, jura, Burg Prunn
PMR310-08 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: approaching Prunn Castle, perched on its vertical cliffs in the Altmühl Valley, with crop of rape and parish church in the foreground. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, colourful, yellow, limestone, jura
PMR310-07 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: Burg Randeck (ca. 1000 AD), perched on the clifftop above Essing, is one of the oldest fortified castles in Bavaria. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, limestone, jura, fortifications, defence
PMR310-06 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: field of golden dandelions, with Burg Randeck on the cliffs overlooking Essing. Typical scenery in the limestone Franconian Jura. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, limestone, jura, yellow
PMR310-05 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: view of Essing and the town gate from the wooden bridge over the River Altmühl, with Burg Randeck, built ca. 1000, on the clifftop. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, limestone, jura, fortifications, defence
PMR310-04 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: Bridge over the river in the Altmühl Valley at Essing, with Burg Randeck, built ca. 1000, on the clifftop. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, limestone, jura, fortifications, defence
PMR310-03 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: the Altmühl Valley near Kehlheim.. The old river course lies to the left and right of the new Rhine-Main-Danube Canal. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, waterways
PMR310-01 Germany, East Berlin: crowds on Unter den Linden on May Day 1990 showing (left to right): Zeughaus (Arsenal)(1706), Cathedral, TV Tower and Staatsrat (GDR Parliament Building). Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, sightseers
PMR309-06 Germany, West Berlin: Charlottenburg Palace, completed in 1710. One of the Greek warrior figures on the main gate. Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, Baroque, statue, sculpture
PMR309-04 Germany, West Berlin: Charlottenburg Palace, completed in 1710. A mature oak tree in the grounds. Keywords: picturesque, botanical, arboreal, graceful, shapely
PMR309-03 Germany, West Berlin: Charlottenburg Palace, completed in 1710 reflected in the lake in the park. Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, Baroque
PMR309-02 Germany, West Berlin: Charlottenburg Palace, completed in 1710. View from the formal gardens. Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, Baroque
PMR309-01 Germany, West Berlin: Charlottenburg Palace, completed in 1710. View through the main gate showing the equestrian statue of the Great Elector in the Court of Honour. Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, Baroque
PMR308-10 Germany, West Berlin: Siegessäule (Victory Column), 67 metres high, commemorating the campaigns of 1864, 66 and 70.. 285 steps lead to the gilded figure on the top. Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful
PMR308-09 Germany, West Berlin: Siegessäule (Victory Column), 67 metres high, commemorating the campaigns of 1864, 66 and 70.. 285 steps lead to the gilded figure on the top. Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful
PMR308-08 Germany, East Berlin: facade and tower of "Das rote Rathaus" (the red town hall), a red brick building built between 1861 and 1870, with the Neptunbrunnen, one of Berlin's oldest and finest fountains, in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, water feature, Neptune
PMR308-07 Germany, East Berlin: "Das rote Rathaus" (the red town hall), a red brick building built between 1861 and 1870, with fountains, seen from the base of the TV Tower. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, water feature
PMR308-03 Germany, East Berlin: protestant cathedral (1905) and bridge over the River Spree, with reflections in the water. Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR308-02 Germany, East Berlin: the TV Tower, as seen from the Museum Island in the River Spree. Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR307-05 Germany, West Berlin: modern stainless steel sculpture on Tauenzianstrasse, with Kaiser Wilhelm I memorial church on the Kurfürstendamm behind. Keywords: architecture, art, picturesque, monument, flowerbeds
PMR307-04 Italy, Tuscany, Florence: Fountain of Neptune (1576) in the Piazza della Signoria. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, monument, sculpture
PMR307-03 Italy, Tuscany, Florence: Fountain of Neptune (1576) in the Piazza della Signoria. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, monument, sculpture
PMR307-02 Italy, Tuscany, Florence: Ponte Vecchio and other bridges over the River Arno as seen from the Galleria degli Uffizi. The corridor on the right crosses the Ponte Vecchio over the shops and links the Uffizi with the Palazzo Pitti. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval
PMR307-01 Italy, Tuscany, Island of Elba: view of the fortress and lighthouse in Portoferraio, the capital, from the upper town. Hydrofoil leaving the bay in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, port, harbour, jetty, quay, water craft, moorings, fishing boats, panorama, vista
PMR306-12 Italy, Tuscany, Island of Elba, Porto Azzurro: fisherman mending his nets on the quayside with cat for company. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, port, harbour, jetty, quay, water craft, moorings, fishing boats
PMR306-11 Italy, Tuscany, Island of Elba, Porto Azzurro: boats moored in the harbour with barren hills in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, port, harbour, jetty, quay, water craft, moorings, fishing boats
PMR306-10 Italy, Tuscany, Island of Elba: as the road descends into Porto Azzurro there is a good view of the harbour. Keywords: picturesque, culture, port, harbour, jetty, quay, water craft, moorings, fishing boats
PMR306-06 Italy, Tuscany, Massa Marittima: view of the cathedral apse and the well preserved belltower from below. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR306-05 Italy, Tuscany, Massa Marittima: the cathedral, seen over the rooftops from the upper town. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR306-04 Italy, Tuscany, Massa Marittima: the cathedral with belltower, designed by Enrico da Campione in Pisan Romanesque style. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR306-03 Italy, Tuscany, Massa Marittima: Piazza Garibaldi with the Romanesque Palazzo Pretorio (Law Courts) built in the 13th century. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR306-02 Italy, Tuscany, Sienna: Piazza del Campo and the Palazzo Pubblico with its 88-metre-high tower, the Torre del Mangia, built between 1288 and 1309. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR306-01 Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: distant view of the town of prominent towers with vineyards and olive trees in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR305-12 Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: popular resting place for tourists are the steps around the cistern in the Piazza della Cisterna. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR305-11 Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: a typical side street, with solidly built dwellings. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR305-10 Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: view of the remaining towers from "La Rocca", with flowering cherry tree in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR305-09 Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: typical skyline, with some of the ancient towers. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR305-08 Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: ancient houses in the Via San Giovanni. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR305-07 Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: part of the cathedral steps with two of the famous towers in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR305-06 Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: a corner of the Piazza del Duomo, from the steps of the cathedral. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR305-05 Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: Piazza della Cisterna with its cistern/well, towers and palaces. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque
PMR305-04 Italy, Tuscany, Casale Marittima: distant view of the town with Volvo 245 in foreground. Keywords: historic, picturesque, landscape, hilltown
PMR305-03 Italy, Tuscany, Suvereto: Piazza G. d'Annunzio, with bell tower, Judas tree and palms Keywords: square, clocktower, belltower, historic, picturesque
PMR305-02 Italy, Tuscany, Campiglia Marittima: view of the town on its hill with columbarium in the foreground. Keywords: traditional, dwellings, terraces, picturesque, hill town
PMR304-08 Italy: the coast of Tuscany near Castiglioncello. Keywords: coastline, landscape, picturesque, colourful, headland
PMR304-07 Italy: a field of rape on the outskirts of Livorno. Keywords: colourful, agriculture, crops, rape oil, rape seed, picturesque, landscape, Toscania
PMR304-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit-im-Winkl: skiers enjoying a break for refreshment in front of an empty hut on the "Steinplatte". Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, Alps, winter sports, skiing, snow scene
PMR304-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Viktualienmarkt, with maypole and towers of "Alter Peter" Church, the new town hall and the old town hall. Keywords: München, architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, historic, heritage
PMR303-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ingolstadt: the unequal (unfinished) towers of the Gothic minster, the Basilica of Our Lady, begun in the year 1425. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, church, red-brick
PMR303-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ingolstadt: the Gothic Kreuztor (1385), gateway to the town, with the towers of the minster in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR303-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: cablecar leading to the Schneefernerhaus Hotel (left) and the summit and meteorological station of the Zugspitze (2966 metres) (top right). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR303-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: enjoying the sun and view of the Alps on the snow-covered Zugspitzplatt. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR303-04 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: ski piste leading down to the Christlum Alm, with Achen Valley and the snow-capped Unnütz Mountains in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR303-03 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: view of the sun terrace and sun bar at the Chrislum Alm, with snow-capped Unnütz mountains behind. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR302-10 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: view of the confluence of the Rivers Mosel (right) and Rhine (left), with the "Deutsches Eck" on the tongue of land between them, where once stood a gigantic equestrian statue of Wilhelm I. Seen from the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, barge
PMR302-09 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: all four towers of the Romanesque Basilica of St. Castor (Stiftskirche S. Kastor) from the south east. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR302-08 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: the twin west towers of the Basilica of St. Castor, erected in 1208. The Treaty of Verdun was drawn up in a predecessor basilica in 843 AD. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval
PMR302-06 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: part of the Rathaus (Town Hall), the 17th century former Jesuit College. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful
PMR302-05 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: former Prussian Government Building, erected in 1905 in neo-Romanesque style, now houses the Ministry of Defence Technology. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR302-04 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: facade of the Electoral Palace, erected 1778-86 by Clement Wenceslaus, the last elector of Trier, and now home to a museum. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful
PMR302-03 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: bronze figures of market trader and policeman in the pedestrian zone. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, national heritage, statue, monument
PMR302-02 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: colourful oriel on Löhrstrasse in the pedestrian zone of the old town. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR302-01 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: handsome facades in the square 'Am Plan', with the twin towers of the Church of Our Lady in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR301-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hikers within sight of the summit cross on Mount Rehleitenkopf (1338 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter
PMR301-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hikers approaching the summit of Mount Rehleitenkopf (1338 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter
PMR301-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: one of Bavaria's highest farmhouses at Hohe Asten (1104 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter
PMR301-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: pilgrimage chapel on the Petersberg (847 metres), with fountain and bishop's statue. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter
PMR301-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view from the snow-covered Petersberg (847 metres) with bronze bishop's statue. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter
PMR301-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wallgau: Hotel Post with its handsome wall frescoes. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountains, autumn
PMR300-10 Switzerland, Schaffhausen, Stein-am-Rhein: half-timbered houses in a side street. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR300-09 Switzerland, Schaffhausen, Stein-am-Rhein: half-timbered house between two houses with oriel windows. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR300-08 Switzerland, Schaffhausen, Stein-am-Rhein: promenade and church tower from the Rhine bridge. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, Gothic, step gables
PMR300-06 Switzerland, Schaffhausen, Stein-am-Rhein: promenade and river frontages, with with Höhenklingen Castle atop the hill in the background. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, waterfront, wooded
PMR300-04 Switzerland, Schaffhausen, Stein-am-Rhein: frescoes on the facades of the Hotel Adler and Haus zum weissen Adler in the Rathausplatz (main square). Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, burger-house.
PMR300-03 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: the triple peaks of Unnütz: Hinter Unnütz (2008m.), Hoch Unnütz (2075m.) and Vorder Unnütz (2077m.), from Mount Seekarspitz (2050m.) with the Achen Valley between. Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine scenery, outdoor life, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, mountain range, panorama, trekking
PMR300-02 Austria, Tyrol: Achensee lake, from the summit of Mount Seekarspitz (2050m.) with snow-covered Kitzbühler Alps in the distance. Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine scenery, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, mountain range, panorama, vista
PMR235-05 Romania, Moldavia, Vama: view of the town and Moldova Valley. Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, vista
PMR235-06 Romania, Moldavia, Jacobeni: the railway and Bistrita River with snow still visible on the mountains behind. Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, railway-track, railway-line, wooded valley
PMR234-10 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Moldovitei: the frescoed church of Moldovita Monastery: frescoes on the vestibule roof and walls; "The Last Judgement" appears as customary on the west outer wall. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque
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
PMR299-12 Germany, Bavaria, Ansbach: the surviving towers of St. Gumbertus' Church after the church hall was rebuilt in the Baroque style in 1736. The Margrave George Frederick fountain is at lower centre of the picture. Keywords: architecture, culture, hitoric, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, street scene
PMR299-08 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: early morning view from the east, showing the old castle which shares the same hill, with reflections. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, church, religion
PMR299-07 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: early morning view from the east, showing the old castle which shares the same hill, with reflections. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, church, religion
PMR299-05 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the old stone bridge over the River Lahn with its tower dating from 1543, reflected in the water. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval
PMR299-04 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: view of the colourful main entrance with its carvings. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, church, religion
PMR299-02 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the old stone bridge over the River Lahn with its tower dating from 1543, reflected in the water. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval
PMR298-12 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: Market place and Böhmergasse with sandstone fountain representing a figure drinking wine from a barrel held above his head. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene, oriel
PMR298-11 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: carved hobgoblins on a half timbered facade. Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, grotesques, imps
PMR298-10 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: view of the typical Romanesque blind arcaded apse at the east end. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, church, religion
PMR298-09 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: typical half-timbered houses on the Kolpingstrasse, with the mitre-roofed towers of the cathedral rising above the rooftops. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene, church, religion
PMR298-08 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the facades of these half-timbered houses lean at an alarming angle. Street cafés spread on to the road. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene
PMR298-07 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: half-timbered gables and oriels in the old quarter, with Hotel zum goldenen Hirsch (Golden Stag Hotel) in the centre. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene
PMR298-06 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the old Fish Market, surrounded by picturesque facades. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene
PMR298-05 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the upper storeys of the half-timbered houses overhang the narrow streets and almost meet, in the old quarter. Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the upper storeys of the half-timbered houses overhang the narrow streets and almost meet, in the old quarter. Keywords: mediaeval, precarious, national heritage, picturesque, quaint, timber-framed buildings, historic building
PMR298-04 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, church, religion
PMR298-03 German, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: this diminutive tower is all that remains of one of the town's mediaeval gates. Keywords: architecture, culture, hostoric, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval
PMR298-01 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: row of half-timbered houses in a mews. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR297-12 Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: picturesque facade of the Wirtschaft (Inn) zum Fegerer. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR297-11 Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: Schloss Johannisburg; built of red sandstone between 1605 and 1614 on the site of a mediaeval fortress for the Archbishops of Mainz, the castle now houses the state art gallery and municipal museum in addition to the richly furnished state apartments. View across the River Main. Keywords: palace, architecture, Renaissance, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR297-09 Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: country palace built in 1780 for the Archbishops of Mainz in Schönbusch Park, reflected in the ornamental lake. Keywords: palace, architecture, reflections, mansion, Baroque, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR297-06 Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: Schloss Johannisburg; built of red sandstone between 1605 and 1614 on the site of a mediaeval fortress for the Archbishops of Mainz, the castle now houses the state art gallery and municipal museum in addition to the richly furnished state apartments. Keywords: palace, architecture, Renaissance, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR297-05 Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: Schloss Johannisburg; built of red sandstone between 1605 and 1614 on the site of a mediaeval fortress for the Archbishops of Mainz, the castle now houses the state art gallery and municipal museum in addition to the richly furnished state apartments. Keywords: palace, architecture, Renaissance, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR297-04 Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: Schloss Johannisburg; built of red sandstone between 1605 and 1614 on the site of a mediaeval fortress for the Archbishops of Mainz, the castle now houses the state art gallery and municipal museum in addition to the richly furnished state apartments. Here: the vine-covered terrace leading to the gardens. Keywords: palace, architecture, Renaissance, culture, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, medieval
PMR297-03 Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: Schloss Johannisburg; built of red sandstone between 1605 and 1614 on the site of a mediaeval fortress for the Archbishops of Mainz, the castle now houses the state art gallery and municipal museum in addition to the richly furnished state apartments. Here: view of the inner court with the keep, the only part remaining of the original mediaeval castle (1337). Keywords: palace, architecture, Renaissance, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR297-02 Germany, Bavaria, Ansbach in Franconia: the asymetrical Gothic towers of St. Johannis, the Lutheran Parish Church, built in the 15th century. In the foreground is the Margrave George Frederick Fountain sporting a gilded knight. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, street scene
PMR297-01 Germany, Bavaria, Ansbach in Franconia: former town gate with clocktower, the Herrieder Gate, a "trademark" of Ansbach. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, street scene
PMR296-12 Hairy Alpenrose (Rhododendron hirsutus) on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR296-11 Moss Campion (Silene acaulis) on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR296-10 Austria, Tyrol: a mini "glacier" of snow near the summit of Mount Unnütz (2077 metres) in July! Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR296-07 Bavarian Gentian (Gentiana bavarica) on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR296-06 Mountain Avens (Dryas octopetala) on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR296-05 Yellow Wood Violet (Viola biflora) among flowers of Alpine Forget-me-not (Mysotis alpestris) on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR296-04 Daphne striata on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR296-03 Trumpet Gentian (Gentiana acaulis) on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR294-04 Turkey, Ankara: Hatti Monument on the Atatürk Boulevard. The stylised figure of a stag is an ancient Hittite symbol of unknown meaning, but ubiquitous. Keywords: picturesque, street scene, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage
PMR294-03 Turkey, Ankara: fountains and pool in the Abdi Ipekci Park, adjoining Atatürk Boulevard. Keywords: picturesque, street scene, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture
PMR294-02 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. General view of Göreme Open Air Museum where numerous churches are to be seen, some with elaborate vaulting, and others with well preserved frescos from the Middle Ages. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
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
PMR293-12 Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. View through the windows of one of the unoccupied cliff dwellings. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR293-11 Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Some of these homes are still occupied (1989). Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR293-10 Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR293-09 Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR293-08 Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. A group of "fairy chimneys". Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR293-07 Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. A group of "fairy chimneys". Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR293-06 Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. A variety of different-coloured lichens growing on the rock face. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR293-05 Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR293-04 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR293-02 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR293-01a Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR293-01 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR292-12 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR292-11 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR292-10 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. View of the remarkable landscape from the top of the highest peak. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves, panorama
PMR292-09 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR292-08 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR292-07 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. The largest "multi-storey apartment" contains dozens of dwellings. At the top, where the flag is flying, is a public viewing platform. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
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
PMR292-05 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Attempts to grow crops are often doomed to failure. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR292-04 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR292-03 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. The caves at the top of this cliff are not easily accesible. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes
PMR292-02 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Part of this cone has split apart, revealing the living room. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes
PMR292-01 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR291-12 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. A volcanic cone hollowed out for habitation. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes
PMR291-11 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR291-10 Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least. Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves
PMR291-04 Turkey: Lombardy Poplars dwarfed by the mighty Taurus Mountains, a few kilometres north of Pozanti. Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, unspoilt, vegetation, wooded, snowcapped, trees, scenic
PMR291-02 Turkey: bowl-shaped river valley leading through a natural gate in the coastal cliffs, to the sea, not far from Silifke. Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, nature reserve, unspoilt, vegetation, hills, wooded
PMR290-12 Turkey, Alanya: long sandy beach with oleanders in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, unspoilt, vegetation, coast, headland, bay, Mediterranean, deserted
PMR290-08 Turkey, Kas: view of the town and harbour surrounded by hills, with cruise ship at anchor. Originally a Greek town until the Greek exodus in 1922-3. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, Mediterranean, coast, port, Antiphellus
PMR290-07 Turkey: rocky cove with oleander bushes and dazzling turquoise sea, between Kalkan and Kas. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, Mediterranean , coast, deserted
PMR290-06 Turkey, Kalkan: view over the town and its bay from an olive grove on the hillside. Originally a Greek town until the Greek exodus in 1922-3. Now a favoured resort of the British. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, landscape, Mediterranean, coast
PMR290-02 Turkey, Marmaris: equestrian statue of Kemal Atatürk on the promenade, with the yacht harbour in the background and numerous Turkish flags. Keywords: picturesque, street scene, monument
PMR290-01 Turkey, Marmaris: beach and bay, backed by scrub-covered hills, seen from the oleander-lined promenade. Keywords: holidays, tourism, sunbathing, relaxing, paddling, swimming, colourful, sand, picturesque
PMR289-12 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. The road, lined with oleanders, passes right through the chalk deposits. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR289-11 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Stalactites form on the larger terraces. Above, one of the motels overlooking the slope. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR289-10 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Dazzling white chalk terraces with numerous pools. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR289-09 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. View along the escarpment. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR289-08 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Morning view of the chalk terraces, still filled with turquoise spring water. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR289-07 Turkey, Hierapolis: source of the mineral spring which now issues forth from a number of culverts into the swimming pool. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, masonry, ruin, archeology, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture, bathing, cool, refreshing, oleander
PMR289-06 Turkey, Hierapolis: crystal-clear waters of the swimming pool in Pamukkale, fed by the mineral spring, and featuring architectural fragments from the Roman edifice. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, masonry, ruin, archeology, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture, bathing, cool, refreshing, oleander
PMR289-05 Turkey, Hierapolis: crystal-clear waters of the swimming pool in Pamukkale, fed by the mineral spring, and featuring architectural fragments from the Roman edifice. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, masonry, ruin, archeology, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture, bathing, cool, refreshing, oleander
PMR289-04 Turkey, Hierapolis: main street and the Gate of Domitian (end of 1st century AD). Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture
PMR289-03 Turkey, Hierapolis: sarcophagi in the extensive Roman Necropolis showing one of the burial chambers with a sarcophagus on the roof. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture
PMR289-02 Turkey, Hierapolis: part of the extensive Roman Necropolis with Roman Baths in the background. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture
PMR288-12 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Towards the edge of the chalk deposits the terraces acquire a yellowish tint. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR288-11 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Two of the most prominent terraces with their "organ pipes". Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR288-10 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Like a huge frozen waterfall, the cascades of chalk descend from the terraces. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR288-09 Turkey, Hierapolis: evidence of earthquake activity may be seen in the 9" displacement of this stone water conduit. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture
PMR288-08 Turkey, Hierapolis: built during Hadrian's rule the amphitheatre had seats for 15-20,000 spectators. Above the stage are two excellently preserved series of reliefs, of Apollo and Artemis. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture
PMR288-07 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. This is a popular outing for Turkish families at the weekend. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR288-06 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Children splashing around in the warm water pools at the top of the cliffs. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR288-05 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Children splashing around in the warm water pools at the top of the cliffs. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR288-04 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Snow white terraces. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR288-03 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Frozen white waterfalls. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR288-02 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Snow white terraces. Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR288-01 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Oxide-stained chalk deposits built up over the ages by the "Red Spring". Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon
PMR287-12 Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. The "Red Spring", which bubbles out of the rock into this pool, before flowing away. At a steady 35 degrees C., it is too hot to bathe in. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis
PMR287-11 Turkey, Aphrodisias: stoa of the palaestra adjoining the Baths of Hadrian (?) Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR287-10 Turkey, Aphrodisias: view of the stage of the amphitheatre and the surrounding countryside. The "piazza" behind the stage was laid out at the end of the 4th century AD. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR287-09 Turkey, Aphrodisias: the well-preservd stage of the amphitheatre, converted in the 2nd century AD for fights between gladiators and wild animals. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR287-08 Turkey, Aphrodisias: an impressive row of Ionic columns marks the southern stoa of the agora. Still being excavated (1989). Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR287-07 Turkey, Aphrodisias: the Odeon, built in the 2nd century AD, was formerly roofed over. The stage is presently flooded (and full of frogs providing a rousing chorus!) Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR287-05 Turkey, Aphrodisias: view of the stadium from one of the tunnel entrances. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR287-04 Turkey, Aphrodisias: the huge stadium, 228 metres long, probably the best preserved of any from the ancient world. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR287-03 Turkey. a profusion of pink oleanders (Nerium oleander) on the banks of the River Cine approaching Aydin. Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, unspoilt, vegetation, hills, botany
PMR287-02 Turkey: three-arched Turkish bridge over the rocky bed of the River Cine. Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, vegetation, oleander flowers, barren
PMR286-12 Turkey, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). View of the promenade and moored boats. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium
PMR286-11 Turkey, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). View from the far side of the harbour. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium
PMR286-10 Turkey, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): children on the jetty, fisherman, yacht moorings, and the mosque. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, minaret
PMR286-09 Turkey, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). View from the far side of the harbour. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium
PMR286-07 Turkey, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 metres long by 60 metres wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years, but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma probably goes back as far as 1000 BC and rivalled that of Delphi in influence and was older. General view of the temple. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR286-06 Turkey, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 metres long by 60 metres wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years, but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma probably goes back as far as 1000 BC and rivalled that of Delphi in influence and was older. Capital, from one of the Ionic columns. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR286-05 Turkey, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 metres long by 60 metres wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years, but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma probably goes back as far as 1000 BC and rivalled that of Delphi in influence and was older. Griffin, one of many adorning the frieze of the Adyton, or main hall. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR286-04 Turkey, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 metres long by 60 metres wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years, but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma probably goes back as far as 1000 BC and rivalled that of Delphi in influence and was older. Interior: in the foreground once stood a small building, 10 metres high, where the Oracle was situated. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR286-03 Turkey, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 metres long by 60 metres wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years, but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma probably goes back as far as 1000 BC and rivalled that of Delphi in influence and was older. Impressive carvings on the bases of the massive columns. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR286-02 Turkey, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 metres long by 60 metres wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years, but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma probably goes back as far as 1000 BC and rivalled that of Delphi in influence and was older. One of a number of heads of Medusa, which occupied places of honour on the entablature. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR286-01 Turkey, Miletus: recently restored Ionic stoa, built 41-54 AD in the time of Emperor Claudius (flooded). Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek
PMR285-12 Turkey, Miletus: behind the columns of a stoa, the remains of a monument to commemorate a sea battle stand on the edge of the former harbour. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek
PMR285-11 Turkey, Miletus: Roman amphitheatre, dating from the 2nd century AD, had seating for 25,000 spectators. Twin columns mark the position of the emperor's box. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture
PMR285-10 Turkey, Priene: view of the agora with the Temple of Zeus on the left. The plain beyond was an arm of the sea in Greek and Roman times. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek
PMR285-09 Turkey, Priene: one of the seats of honour, almost on the stage of the Greek amphitheatre (4th century BC).. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek
PMR285-08 Turkey, Priene: Temple of Athena, begun in the 4th century BC, was one of the finest examples of Ionian architecture in Asia Minor. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek
PMR285-07 Turkey, Davutlar National Park: deserted beach near Güzelcamli with wild hibiscus in the foreground. Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, nature reserve, unspoilt, vegetation, coast, headland, bay
PMR285-06 Turkey, Davutlar National Park: nature reserve in the Samsun Dagi (=mountains). Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, nature reserve, unspoilt, vegetation, hills, wooded
PMR285-05 Turkey: Davutlar National Park, with the Greek island of Samos in the background. Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, nature reserve, unspoilt, vegetation
PMR285-02 Turkey, Ephesus: ruins of the East Gymnasium. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR285-01 Turkey, Ephesus: a well-preserved pair of caryatids. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR284-12 Turkey, Ephesus: Via Couretes, named after the Council of Priests. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR284-11 Turkey, Ephesus: Temple of Hadrian (130 AD) reconstructed with original parts. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR284-10 Turkey, Ephesus: view of the amphitheatre from the Via Arcadia. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR284-09 Turkey, Ephesus: Via Arcadia, 500-metre-long marble paved ceremonial way, which was lit after dark, leading to the (former)harbour. View from the amphitheatre. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR284-08 Turkey, Ephesus: the large amphitheatre, seating 25,000, was rebuilt on a number of occasions, but only finished in Trajan's time. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR284-06 Turkey, Izmir (Smyrna): row of Corinthian columns in the Greek agora, rebuilt by the Romans in the time of Marcus Aurelius. View with one of the entry arches in the foreground. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR284-05 Turkey, Izmir (Smyrna): row of Corinthian columns in the Greek agora, rebuilt by the Romans in the time of Marcus Aurelius. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR284-02 Turkey, Izmir: one of many vast new estates of houses and blocks of apartments spreading over the hillside on the outskirts of Izmir. All units finished but unoccupied (1989). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, demography, population growth, expansion, accommodation, dwellings, housing
PMR284-01 Turkey, Izmir: one of many vast new estates of houses and blocks of apartments spreading over the hillside on the outskirts of Izmir. All units finished but unoccupied (1989). Curious goat in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, demography, population growth, expansion, accommodation, dwellings, housing
PMR283-12 Turkey, Pergamon: typical painted horse-drawn cart in Bergama. Keywords: culture, art, picturesque, national heritage, traditional
PMR283-11 Turkey, Pergamon: old Turkish bridge, with the Roman city wall visible on the hillside beyond. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage
PMR283-10 Turkey, Pergamon: monumental Temple of the Egyptian Divinities ("Red Hall") probably built by Hadrian in the 2nd century AD, View of the interior: the low stone walls are the remains of a Byzantine church built inside the temple. On the podium stood a colossal figure of a god, enabled to "speak" by means of a secret passage to the head. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, oracle
PMR283-09 Turkey, Pergamon: Via Tecta, the 1-kilometre-long approach road to the Asklepieion, with the Acropolis on a hill in the background. The original, ancient, paving stones are still mostly in place. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage
PMR283-08 Turkey, Pergamon: Via Tecta, the 1-kilometre-long approach road to the Asklepieion, with the Acropolis on a hill in the background. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage
PMR283-06 Turkey, Pergamon: the Asklepieion: ruins of the 2-storey circular treatment centre, connected by a subterranean passage with the sacred spring. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage
PMR283-05 Turkey, Pergamon: the Asklepieion: remaining Ionic columns of the northern stoa, reflected in a pool. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR283-04 Turkey, Pergamon: the Asklepieion: devoted to natural cures, this ancient "sanatorium" had its own small theatre, seating about 3,500 spectators. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR283-03 Turkey, Pergamon: the Asklepieion: the sacred spring of the Romans still has its uses. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR283-02 Turkey, Pergamon: monumental Temple of the Egyptian Divinities ("Red Hall") probably built by Hadrian in the 2nd century AD, formerly completely sheathed in marble. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR283-01 Turkey, Pergamon: valley, flooded after building of dam. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, reservoir, water supply, hydro-electric, sustainable energy
PMR282-12 Turkey, Pergamon: foundations of the Great Altar, dedicated to Zeus and Athena, built by Eumenes II to commemorate his victory over the Gauls (190 BC). The altar (35 x 33 metres) was excavated between 1878 and 1886 and now forms the centrepiece of the Pergamon Museum on the Museum Island in Berlin. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage
PMR282-11 Turkey, Pergamon: remaining wall of the ancient library, built by Eumenes II, which once held 200,000 scrolls. Transferred to Egypt in 41 BC after the burning of the library at Alexandria. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage
PMR282-10 Turkey, Pergamon: amphitheatre seating 10,000, with the Temple of Dionysus in the right foreground, formerly lined with Doric columns. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR282-09 Turkey, Pergamon: partial view of the amphitheatre with the modern town of Bergama below. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage
PMR282-08 Turkey, Pergamon: view of the re-erected columns and pediment of the northern stoa of the Temple of Trajan, built in the 2nd century AD. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR282-07 Turkey, Pergamon: columns of the northern stoa of the Temple of Trajan, built in the 2nd century AD, with columns of the eastern stoa in the foreground. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR282-06 Turkey, Pergamon: columns of the northern stoa of the Temple of Trajan, built in the 2nd century AD. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman
PMR282-04 Turkey: red roofs of the village of Bademli, opposite the island of Lesvos. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, landscape, dwellings, houses
PMR282-03 Turkey, Gülpinar: recently discovered (1989) Temple of Apollo - unsorted fragments of ceiling, capitals, aand Latin inscriptions. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage
PMR282-02 Turkey, Gülpinar: recently discovered (1989) Temple of Apollo with the young, self-appointed guide. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage
PMR282-01 Turkey, Troy: shepherd boy with flock near Kumkale Point. Keywords: picturesque, contryside, nature, bucholic, sheep, grazing
PMR281-12 Turkey, Troy: shepherd with flock, on the outskirts of the ancient city. Keywords: picturesque, contryside, nature, bucholic, sheep, grazing
PMR281-11 Turkey, Troy: the site consists of 9 cities (Troy I - Troy IX), built one upon the other, the oldest dating from 3200 BC. Modern version of the wooden horse standing outside the entrance to the site. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Truva
PMR281-10 Turkey, Troy: the site consists of 9 cities (Troy I - Troy IX), built one upon the other, the oldest dating from 3200 BC. Sanctuary belonging to Troy VIII close to the west gate (since walled up) where the 'wooden horse' would have been dragged into the city. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Truva
PMR281-09 Turkey, Troy: the site consists of 9 cities (Troy I - Troy IX), built one upon the other, the oldest dating from 3200 BC. City wall belonging to Troy VI (1900-1200 BC). Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Truva
PMR281-08 Turkey, Troy: the site consists of 9 cities (Troy I - Troy IX), built one upon the other, the oldest dating from 3200 BC. Fragments of columns, with the remains of the small Roman theatre in the background. Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Truva
PMR280-12 England, Norfolk, King's Lynn: Oxburgh Hall (National Trust), built 1482 by the Bedingfeld family who still live there. The mellow brick of the south facade reflected in the waters of the moat. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR280-11 England, Norfolk, King's Lynn: Oxburgh Hall (National Trust), built 1482 by the Bedingfeld family who still live there. View of the main gate with flanking towers and bridge over the moat. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR280-06 England, Suffolk, Framlingham: the church tower, from the village square. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, telephone kiosk, pillar box, street scene
PMR280-05 England, Suffolk, Framlingham: Framlingham College, originally founded as the Albert Memorial College in 1864. View from Framlingham Castle across the lake. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, architecture, countryside
PMR280-04 England, Suffolk, Framlingham: Saxstead Windmill in late December sunshine, seen from the nearby crossroads. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, grain milling, wind power, signpost, countryside
PMR280-03 England, Suffolk, Framlingham: Saxstead Windmill in late December sunshine. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, grain milling, wind power
PMR279-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: flower displays in the Botanical Gardens, and Biology Faculty of the Ludwig-Maximilian University, with the cactus and orchid houses visible in the distance. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, colourful, flowerbeds, glasshouses
PMR279-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: flower displays in the Botanical Gardens, and Biology Faculty of the Ludwig-Maximilian University. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, colourful, flowerbeds
PMR279-07 England, Norfolk: eastern fomal gardens of Blickling Hall, a National Trust property, built in 1628. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, grounds, flowerbeds, herbacious border, colourful, park, topiary, vista
PMR279-04 England, Norfolk: south facade of Blickling Hall, a National Trust property, built in 1628, seen from the end of the main drive, by the entrance gate, showing the east and west wings. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR279-03 England, Norfolk: south facade of Blickling Hall, a National Trust property, built in 1628. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR279-01 Hungary, Veszprem: distant view of the Bishops' Palace and Old Town, perched on its rocky outcrop. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful
PMR278-12 Hungary, Veszprem: entrance to the Bishops' Palace, built in Baroque style by Austrian architect, Jakob Fellner. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR278-11 Hungary, Veszprem: St Benedict Hill - view from the Bishops' Palace, which stands on a rocky cliff in the middle of the old town. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, cliff, outcrop, rocky
PMR278-10 Hungary, Szekesfehervar: ruins of the royal basilica of Stephan I (1001-1038), the first king of Hungary. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR278-09 Hungary, Szekesfehervar: a fine oriel window on the facade of the Hiemer House. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Baroque
PMR278-07 Hungary, Szekesfehervar: main square (Szabadsag ter), dominated by the Episcopal Palace (right). Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Baroque
PMR278-06 Hungary, Budapest: Danube cruisers moored by the Ujpesti Rakpart, as seen from the Arpad Bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city, boats, ships, tourism, promenade
PMR278-05 Hungary, Budapest: statue of Lajos Kossuth, leader of the rebellion against the Habsburgs 1848-9, in Kossuth Lajos Square. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city, monument, hero, rebel
PMR278-04 Hungary, Budapest: Baroque fountain with allegorical figures and display of cannas in Vörösmarty Square. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city, statues
PMR278-03 Hungary, Budapest: cooling fountain in Vörösmarty Square. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city, street scene, family, children, drinking
PMR278-02 Hungary, Budapest: equestrian statue of Ferenc Rakoczi, leader of the rebellion against the Habsburgs 1703-1711, with part of the parliament building behind. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city, monument, hero
PMR278-01 Hungary, Budapest: main entrance to the parliament building, built 1885-1905 in New Gothic style. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city
PMR277-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria: ridge path running between several peaks of the Blauberge range. The ridge also marks the German-Austrian border. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR277-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Fragrant Orchid (Gymnadenia conopsea) on Mount Hirschberg. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR277-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: a satisfied cow (with cowbell) near the Hirschberg hut, with Lake Tegern in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama
PMR277-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: view of Lake Tegern from the summit of Mount Hirschberg (1670 metres), with the summit cross in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama
PMR277-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: view of Lake Tegern from the summit of Mount Hirschberg (1670 metres), with the Hirschberg hut centre right, and picnicking couple in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama
PMR277-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: view of Lake Tegern from the summit of Mount Hirschberg (1670 metres), with the Hirschberg hut centre right. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama
PMR277-02 Flower on Echinopsis multiplex cactus, with bee. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful
PMR277-01 Flower on Echinopsis multiplex cactus. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful
PMR276-12 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: mirror-image of St. Mark's Square, Venice, as seen from the Molo, even down to the patches of plaster flaking from the walls. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR276-11 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: "Sankt-Georgsplatz", the German Showcase, with backdrop inspired by Eltz Castle on the Mosel and Stahleck Castle on the Rhine. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR276-10 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: the Chinese marketplace includes facades borrowed from an elegant home, a school house, a city gate and shopfronts reflecting European overtones. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR276-09 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: the circular Temple of Heaven is a half scale replica of the one in the Summer Palace in Peking, and contains a film theatre with a 360-degree-screen. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR276-08 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: the gateway to the China Showcase is based on the main gate to the Summer Palace. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR276-07 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: part of "Fantasyland" as seen from the cablecar on the "Skyway". Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions
PMR276-06 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: Mississippi sternwheeler "Richard P. Irvine" is powered by a steam engine. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions
PMR276-05 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: Mississippi sternwheeler "Richard P. Irvine" is powered by a steam engine. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions
PMR276-04 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: Cinderella Castle seen from the moat. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions
PMR276-03 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: Bicentennial floral setpiece with begonias, and the Cinderella Castle in the background. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions
PMR276-02 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: view along "Main Street USA" from the railroad station, with Cinderella Castle in the distance and balloon seller in the foreground. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions
PMR276-01 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: view along "Main Street USA" from the railroad station, with Cinderella Castle in the distance. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions
PMR275-12 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: general view of the Moroccan Showcase, with traditional mud walls and the tower of the Koutoubia Mosque. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR275-11 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: the historic gate of Fez, Bab Boujouloud and the Nejjarine Fountain. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR275-10 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: "The Brass Bazaar" has the authentic look of a Moroccan metalworker's shop in a soukh. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR275-09 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: a group of musicians from Morocco providing lively accompaniment for traditional dancing in front of the historic gate of Fez, Bab Boujouloud. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR275-08 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: a typical 19th century French building with rolling mansard roofs and elegant ironwork. Home to a boulevard cafe along both fronts. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR275-07 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: French buildings reflecting the style of architecture of the "Belle Epoque" 1870-1910. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR275-06 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: waterbus dropping passengers at the Moroccan Showcase, dominated by the tower of the Koutoubia Mosque, a copy of the original in Tangier. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR275-05 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: replica of a vintage bus leaving the French Showcase. In the background is a one-tenth scale model of the Eiffel Tower built from original plans. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR275-04 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: a four-storey half timbered building, as may be seen in Chester, houses the shop of the Welsh Tourist Board. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR275-03 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: "The Tea Room", an English thatched cottage (complete with peasant girl!). Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR275-02 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: Tudor architecture reminiscent of Hampton Court and an old village cross help to provide an authentic picture of England. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR275-01 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: Indian culture in Canada is represented by this typical wooden building and totem pole, while to the left stands a replica of an early trading post. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR274-12 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: flamingos by the pool which surrounds the Odyssey Restaurant. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR274-11 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: flamingos by the pool which surrounds the Odyssey Restaurant, with the top of the Mayan pyramid visible above the trees. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR274-10 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: flamingos by the pool which surrounds the Odyssey Restaurant. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR274-09 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: this reconstruction of a pre-Colombian Mayan pyramid houses the Mexican Showcase. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR274-08 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: exact copy of a wooden Viking Stavkirke in Oslo's open air historical museum. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR274-07 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: "Sankt-Georgsplatz" surrounded by German mediaeval buildings based on originals in Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR274-06 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: a German in Lederhosen answers visitors' questions after a musical performance. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR274-05 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: scaled reproduction of the campanile in St. Mark's Square, with part of the Doge's Palace, and columns of St. Mark and St. Theodore on the molo. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR274-04 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: reconstructed vintage double-decker buses provide a regular service round the lake. In the background, "The American Adventure", a 108,000-square-foot Georgian-style building. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR274-03 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: moored gondolas. Only the giant geodesic sphere in the background betrays the fact that we are not in Venice. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR274-02 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: Japanese Pagoda, modelled on an 8th century structure in Japan. The building behind was inspired by Gosho Imperial Palace in Kyoto. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR274-01 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: Japanese Torii Gate (complete with barnacles!) based in the one in Hiroshima. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR273-12 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: Butchart Gardens, intended to give an impression of the west coast of Canada. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR273-11 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: l'Hotel du Canada in French Chateau style houses a gift boutique. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR273-10 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: rugged scenery and waterfalls illustrate the Canada Showcase. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR273-09 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: the giant geodesic sphere reflected in one of the lakes in the EPCOT Center. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR273-08 U.S.A., Florida: St. Augustine, an historic town founded by the Spanish in 1565. St. George Street in the old quarter, showing a typical wooden balcony Keywords: national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, traditional, pedestrian zone, shopping area
PMR273-07 U.S.A., Florida: St. Augustine, an historic town founded by the Spanish in 1565. St. George Street in the old quarter. Keywords: national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, traditional, pedestrian zone, shopping area
PMR273-06 U.S.A., Florida: St. Augustine, an historic town founded by the Spanish in 1565. Flagler College, formerly the Ponce de Leon Hotel, built by millionaire Henry Morrison Flagler in 1888. An old cannon in the foreground. Keywords: national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, park, gardens, grounds, traditional
PMR273-05 U.S.A., Florida: St. Augustine, an historic town founded by the Spanish in 1565. Fountain in the gardens in front of the County Courthouse. Keywords: national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, park, grounds, traditional, palm trees, reflections
PMR273-04 U.S.A., Florida: St. Augustine, an historic town founded by the Spanish in 1565. View of the City Hall, home of the Lightner Museum. Keywords: national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, park, gardens, grounds, traditional
PMR273-03 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: "Main Street USA", reconstructions of classical American buildings, with the minarets of "Cinderella Castle" in the background. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR273-02 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: cable cars of the "Skyway" arriving in Fantasyland, with its reconstructed mediaeval buildings. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions
PMR273-01 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: Cinderella Castle seen from the Main Street. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions
PMR272-12 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Disney World - EPCOT Center: pyramids of "Journey into Imagination", with ornamental lake and monorail train. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR272-11 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Disney World - EPCOT Center: the geodesic sphere, "Spaceship Earth", with monorail train in the foreground. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR272-10 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Disney World - EPCOT Center: the geodesic sphere, "Spaceship Earth", with monorail train in the foreground. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR272-09 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Disney World - EPCOT Center: a line of elephants as topiary figures, near the entrance. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation
PMR272-08 U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Disney World - EPCOT Center: topiary figures with hula-hoop of begonias, near the entrance. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation
PMR272-04 U.S.A., Florida, Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge: semi-tropical vegetation in a Palm Hammock. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, reservation, rain-forest, luxuriant, dense foliage
PMR271-12 Bahamas, Nassau: view of the city centre and port with visiting cruise liners, from the Water Tower, 126 feet high. Keywords: colourful, architecture, picturesque, panorama, park, gardens, ships
PMR271-11 Bahamas, Nassau: Fort Fincastle, built on a hill overlooking the city by Governor Lord Dunmore in 1793. View from the Water Tower and Lighthouse, 126 feet high. Keywords: colourful, architecture, street scene, fortifications, defence, cannons, picturesque, historic
PMR271-06 Bahamas, Nassau: Paradise Bridge, which connects Paradise Island with New Providence Island. In the foreground: fishing boats moored in the harbour. Keywords: colourful, photogenic, port, water craft, picturesque, reflections
PMR269-05 U.S.A., Florida, Miami, Opa-Locka City Hall. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, culture, administration
PMR267-12 U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: airboat returning to the Miccosukee Village after a high speed trip across the marshes. The driver is a Miccosukee Indian. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation
PMR267-08 U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: mangroves near Everglades City. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation
PMR267-07 U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: Gulf Coast Ranger Station at Everglades City, with Chokoloskee Bay and islands, from the Observation Tower. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation
PMR267-04 U.S.A., Florida: beach and pier at Naples, on the Gulf of Mexico, with yachts in the foreground. Keywords: sand, sea, bathing, sunbathing, idyllic, picturesque
PMR267-03 U.S.A., Florida: beach and pier at Naples, on the Gulf of Mexico. Keywords: sand, sea, palm trees, bathing, sunbathing, idyllic, picturesque, unfrequented
PMR267-02 U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: baby alligator. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation, reptiles
PMR267-01 U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: baby alligator. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation, reptiles
PMR266-12 U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: typical landscape showing what the Indians call "the river of grass" (marshland). Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, water birds, marshland, reservation, ecosystem
PMR266-06 U.S.A., Florida, Key West: typical white clapboard colonial style houses with wide verandahs, and Flame of the Forest trees (Delonix regia). Keywords: colourful, traditional, dwellings, shady, cool, wooden, architecture, historic, picturesque
PMR266-04 U.S.A., Florida, Key West: the lighthouse with naval gun from the Marine Museum. Keywords: historic, picturesque, colourful, heritage
PMR265-11 U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: fishing in the Nine Mile Pond. The water is dyed dark brown by tannin given off by the mangroves. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation
PMR265-10 U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: Coconut Palm Tree at Flamingo, with the marina in the background. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation
PMR265-09 U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: Brown Pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) on a mooring post in the marina at Flamingo. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation
PMR265-08 U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: typical vegetation, with Bromeliads (Air Plants) growing on branches of trees). Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation
PMR265-07 U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: Great White Heron (Ardea occidentalis) Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation, ornithology
PMR265-05 U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: Mrazek Pond, haunt of water birds and mosquitos. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation
PMR265-03 U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. View of the walled Secret Garden, with grotto, intended as a private place for the family. Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence
PMR265-02 U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. View of the south terrace and gardens, with a fountain in the form of a sarcophagus. Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence, park, grounds
PMR265-01 U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. View of the shell pool and four twisting, vine-encircled columns surmounted by peacocks. Italian Baroque fountain behind in the style of Vignola. Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence, park, gardens, grounds
PMR264-12 U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. View of the villa from the south east garden, with terrace and Bougainvilleas. Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence
PMR264-11 U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. Here: the "Great Stone Barge", a strip of land, built up into the likeness of a boat. Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence
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
PMR264-08 U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence
PMR264-01 Luxemburg: viaduct spanning the Parc de la Petrusse in the centre of the town. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, verdant
PMR263-10 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: the dwarf gallery on the eastern apse of the cathedral (11th century), seen from the cloister garden. The robe of Christ is preserved in the adjoining Baroque chapel. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz, Romanesque
PMR263-09 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: exposed Roman hypocaust used for heating the floors at St. Barbara's Roman Baths. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR263-08 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: the Roman amphitheatre, built about 100 AD, could accommodate over 25,000 spectators. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, classical, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR263-06 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: one of the many narrow, overhung alleys leading to the market square. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR263-05 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: hotel with elaborate carved and coloured timbers in the local style. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR263-04 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: the half-timbered Hotel zum Posthof on the Burgstrasse. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR263-03 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: picturesque quarter of wine-houses and wine bars, with crucifix statue in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR263-02 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: half-timbered houses on the Burgstrasse, with steep vine-covered slopes behind. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR263-01 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: the tiny market square, hemmed in by tall half-timbered houses, with St. Michael's fountain (1606) in the centre. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR262-12 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: a curious little half timbered wine-house near the market square. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR262-11 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: the ruined castle, Burg Landshut, on a promontary overlooking the River Mosel. Keywords: picturesque, Rheinland-Pfalz, wine-growing, grapes, vineyards, cultivation
PMR262-10 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: church and landing place on the River Mosel of the 1000-year-old wine-growing village of Kesten. Vine-covered slopes in the background. Keywords: picturesque, Rheinland-Pfalz, wine-growing, grapes, vineyards, cultivation
PMR262-09 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: terraced slopes covered with vines on the banks of the River Mosel. Not an inch of soil is wasted. Keywords: picturesque, Rheinland-Pfalz, wine-growing, grapes, vineyards, cultivation
PMR262-08 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: a small wine-growing village with church reflected in the waters of the River Mosel, with vine-covered slopes in the background. Keywords: picturesque, Rheinland-Pfalz, German flag, wine-growing, grapes, vineyards, cultivation
PMR262-07 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: barge on the River Mosel, with vine-covered slopes in the background. Keywords: picturesque, Rheinland-Pfalz, trade, water-transport, German flag, wine-growing, grapes, vineyards, cultivation
PMR262-06 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: Dutch barge going through the locks at Schleich on the River Mosel. Keywords: picturesque, Rheinland-Pfalz, trade, water-transport, German flag
PMR262-05 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: pleasure steamer on th River Mosel at Trier, with the red cliffs behind. Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, Rheinland-Pfalz, tourism, river-cruisers
PMR262-04 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: current (1988) excavations of a third Roman baths complex in the centre of the city. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, archeological, excavations, ruin
PMR262-03 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: one of the old cranes on the former quayside. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz, industry, shipping, cargo-handling
PMR262-02 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: view along the River Mosel, with the Kaiser Wilhelm Bridge in the foreground, and the Roman Bridge in the distance. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rheinland-Pfalz, panorama
PMR262-01 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: view of the town from the cliffs on the far side of the River Mosel, with the cablecar crossing the river. Easily visible are the cathedral, the basilica and the tower of St. Gangolf's. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rheinland-Pfalz, panorama
PMR261-12 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: part of the early Romanesque facade of the cathedral (11th century). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz, UNESCO
PMR261-11 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: one of the lovely Gothic cloisters of the cathedral. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR261-10 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: a variety of architectural styles can be seen from the cloister garden of the cathedral. The core is Roman from the time of Constantine. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, UNESCO
PMR261-09 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: view of the Hauptmarkt through the wrought iron gate of St.Gangolf's Church. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR261-08 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: "Steipe", a 15th century councillors' banqueting house (centre), bears the fanciful inscription in Latin: "Trier lived for 1300 years before Rome even came into being". Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR261-07 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: market day in the Hauptmarkt, with the Red House and the Tower of St- Gangolf prominent. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR261-06 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: some of the 6 kilometres of underground passages for heating and water circulation. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, hypocaust
PMR261-05 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Imperial Roman Baths (4th century), the largest outside Rome. These walls (partially rebuilt) formed the apse of the caldarium. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR261-03 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: view of the Electoral Palace from the gardens, with the red-brick basilica (aula palatina) of the palace of Constantine the Great, behind. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, classical
PMR261-02 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: pool, statuary and colourful flowerbeds in the gardens of the Electoral Palace. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR261-01 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Electoral Palace, the Baroque south wing dating from 1756-61, by Johannes Seiz. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR260-12 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: arch surmounted by a crucifix, which formerly marked the boundary of the episcopal quarter. Part of the cathedral is visible at the end of the street. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR260-10 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: stone carving of a Roman wine boat, dating from the third century AD, unearthed in Neumagen. The earliest evidence of wine-growing in Germany. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR260-09 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: the Red House (1684), a fine Renaissance building in the Hauptmarkt. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR260-08 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: St. Peter's Fountain (1595) in the Hauptmarkt, carved by Hans Rupprecht Hoffmann who was responsible for many fine carvings in the cathedral and churches. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz, masterpiece
PMR260-07 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: St. Peter's Fountain (1595) in the Hauptmarkt, carved by Hans Rupprecht Hoffmann who was responsible for many fine carvings in the cathedral and churches. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR260-06 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Hauptmarkt (Central Market) with the tower of the Gothic church of St. Gangolf (14-15th century). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR260-05 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Porta Nigra, the Roman city gate built in 2nd century AD, View from inside the city wall. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, masonry, ancient, UNESCO
PMR260-04 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: courtyard of the Simeonstift, surrounded by 11th century two-storey cloisters. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz, Romanesque
PMR260-03 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Porta Nigra, the Roman city gate built in 2nd century AD, showing the apse and dwarf gallery added in 11th century when it was converted to a church. The top storey of the left-hand tower was removed at this time. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, masonry, ancient, UNESCO
PMR260-02 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Porta Nigra, the Roman city gate built in 2nd century AD, showing the apse and dwarf gallery added in 11th century when it was converted to a church. The top storey of the left-hand tower was removed at this time. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, masonry, ancient, UNESCO
PMR260-01 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: horse in a field of buttercups on the bank of the River Mosel. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Rheinland-Pfalz, countryside, nature, landscape, pasture, meadow, tranquil, peaceful, wildflowers, flora and fauna
PMR259-02 Austria, Tyrol: Stift Stams, a Cistercian Abbey in the upper Inn Valley, founded in 1284. View of the abbey through the gateway arch, with the snow-capped Mieminger Mountains as a backdrop. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, architecture, Baroque, culture, national heritage, Catholic, religionj
PMR259-01 Austria, Tyrol: Stift Stams, a Cistercian Abbey in the upper Inn Valley, founded in 1284. Main facade, with the snow-capped Mieminger Mountains as a backdrop. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, architecture, Baroque, culture, national heritage, Catholic, religionj
PMR258-12 Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: main street of the town with Rathaus (Town Hall) and original hotels. The church spire is in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR258-11 Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: view of the town from near the Gaisskogl ski-lift. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR258-10 Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: the road up to the Finstertal damm, with Die Mute mountain on the right. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR258-09 Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: the town, with church spire in the foreground, Längental Reservoir in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR258-08 Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: slalem near the Drei-Seen ski-lift, with the Längental Reservoir in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR258-07 Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: view over the Sellrain Valley from the Hochalter Kar (2480 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR258-06 Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: Die Mute mountain with Finstertal damm, and some of the new hotels in Kühtai. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR258-05 Austria, Tyrol: Gries in the Sellrain Valley. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR258-04 Austria, Tyrol: Oxlip (Primula elatior) near Gries. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR258-03 Austria, Tyrol: wild Crocuses (Crocus purpureus) near Gries. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR258-02 Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: Drei-Seen ("Three-Lakes") ski-lift with Die Mute mountain (2395 metres) behind. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR258-01 Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: Hotel Alpenrose, with Die Mute mountain, and the Hohe-Mut ski-lift. Piste rolling machine in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR257-12 Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: Längental Reservoir with Die Mute mountain behind, and snowman in the foreground (!) Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR257-11 Austria, Tyrol, St. Sigmund: Kraspes Valley with part of the Gaisskogl mountains. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR257-10 Austria, Tyrol, Scheffau: skiers on the lower slopes, with an alpine panorama in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR257-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit-im-Winkl: skier pointing to the "Wilder Kaiser" mountain from the top of the Steinplatte (1860 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR257-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit-im-Winkl: view of the "Wilder Kaiser" mountain from the Berghaus Kammerkör. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR257-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit-im-Winkl: sun worshippers at the Kammerkör Berghaus with the ski-lift up to the Steinplatte behind. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste, colourful
PMR256-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: statue overlooking the River Isar near the Maximilian Bridge, with vivid autumn beech trees. Keywords: München, picturesque, historic, monument, sculpture
PMR256-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Mount Guffert (2196 metres) over the border in Austria, from Mount Schilden-Stein. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR256-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Mount Guffert (2196 metres) over the border in Austria, from Mount Schilden-Stein. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR256-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria: looking towards the Ross-Stein and Buch-Stein mountains from near the summit of Mount Schilden-Stein (1611 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, autumn
PMR256-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wildbad Kreuth: a drinking fountain with the foothills of the Blauberge in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR256-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: crossing the Schönfeldalm on the way down to the lake at Spitzing. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR256-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: descent from Mount Aipl-Spitze (1758 metres), with the summit cross in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR256-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hikers on the summit of Mount Aipl-Spitze (1758 metres) Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR255-10 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Palais de l'Europe, home of the European Parliament since July 1979. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful
PMR255-09 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Cour du Corbeau, courtyard of an inn, virtually unchanged since the 16th century. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR255-08 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: half-timbered houses in the Place du Corbeau and Quai des Bateliers. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR255-07 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: statue of Gutenberg (inventor of printing) in the Place Gutenberg, overlooked by the cathedral tower. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, monument, sculpture
PMR255-06 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Protestant Seminary and School on the River Ill. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Christian, religion, Baroque
PMR255-05 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: pleasure cruiser about to enter the locks on the River Ill, with half timbered water frontages as a backdrop. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR255-03 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Place Benjamin Zix and the Tanners' Quarter. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR255-02 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Place Kléber. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene
PMR255-01 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: monument to General Leclerc, liberator of the town after World War II, with the Opera House (Boudhors 1895-21) in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, neo.Classical
PMR254-12 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Wine House "Horologe Astronomique" on Rue de la Rape adjoining Palace Square. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR254-10 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Renaissance-style "Kammerzell House" with its magificent carved woodwork (1467-1589) in the Cathedral Place. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR254-08 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: main facade of the Rohan Palace, designed by the Paris court architect Robert de Cotte for the Cardinal-Prince-Bishop Armand-Gaston de Rohjan-Soubise in 1742. It now houses the Art Gallery, Museum of Decorative Arts, and the Archeological Museum. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, reflections
PMR254-07 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: the Tanners' Quarter, with the famous Tanners' House in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR254-06 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: splendid half-timbered Renaissance-style house. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR254-05 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: half-timbered houses fronting onto the Canal de Navigation in Petite France and mirrored in the water. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR254-04 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: half-timbered houses fronting onto the Canal de Navigation in Petite France. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR254-03 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: tense moment in a game of "canoe water polo" on the "Spitzmühle" Canal, with a 14th century tower in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, water sport
PMR254-02 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Rue des Moulins, looking south esat. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, cobbled street
PMR254-01 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Restaurant du Pont St. Martin and Rue des Moulins. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR253-12 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: river frontage of the Restaurant du Pont St. Martin with a fine display of geraniums. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR253-11 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: half-timbered buildings of the Tanners' District reflected in the waters of the River Ill. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR253-10 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: The Tanners' House (1572) in Petite France. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR253-09 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Quai de la Petite France and river frontages. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, lreflections
PMR253-08 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: 15th century Vauban Rampart over the River Ill completed the ring of fortifications round the city. It now serves as a viewing terrace offering a fine panorama. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, reflections
PMR253-07 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Pont M. Luther, with "Petite France" beyond. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, bridge, reflections
PMR253-06 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: the Historical Museum, with reflections in the River Ill. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval
PMR253-05 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: the Old Customs House (1356) and Pont du Corbeau., mirrored in the waters or the River Ill. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic style, bridge
PMR253-04 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: view over the city to the south east from the base of the tower of the cathedral (above the belfry), with Rohan Palace in the foreground, then river frontages of Quai des Bateliers, church of St. Madelaine, Esplanade, and the new University buildings in the distance. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, panorama
PMR253-03 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: view over the city from the base of the tower of the cathedral (above the belfry). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR253-01 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: west facade of the cathedral from the Rue Merciere. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, stone carving, rose window
PMR252-12 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: 15th century Vauban Rampart over the River Ill completed the ring of fortifications round the city. It now serves as a viewing terrace offering a fine panorama. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, reflections
PMR252-11 France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: the 14th and 15th century towers and Ponts Couverts, gateway to "Petite France". Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, cathedral, reflections, calm
PMR252-10 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: Pegasus Fountain in the Mirabell Gardens which were laid out by Fischer von Erlach. Keywords: picturesque, Mozart, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture, hills, monument, sculpture, flying horse, winged horse
PMR252-09 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: Mirabell Palace and Gardens, which were laid out by Fischer von Erlach, with the cathedral and fortress in the background. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, Mozart, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture, hills, colourful, flowerbeds, wrought-iron gates
PMR252-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Powdered Brimstone butterfly (Gonepteryx farinosa) on Spear Thistle (Cirsium vulgare) on Mount Brauneck (1540 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful, Lepidoptera, insect
PMR252-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Purple Gentian (Gentiana purpurea) on Mount Brauneck (1540 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR252-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hang gliders parked near the summit of Mount Brauneck (1540 metres), by the path leading to the Benediktenwand Mountain (1801 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, sport flying, ultra-light, aircraft, gliding
PMR252-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hang gliders parked near the summit of Mount Brauneck (1540 metres). Karwendel Mountains in Austria in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, sport flying, ultra-light, aircraft, gliding
PMR251-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: view of the south facade of Blaubeuren Monastery, with oriel in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR251-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: gatehouse and entry arch to the monastery grounds. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR251-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the "Blautopf" (Blue Pool), subterranean source of the River Blau, with the Old Hammer Mill and reflections of the church. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR251-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the "Blautopf" (Blue Pool), subterranean source of the River Blau. View from the wood above and behind the pool. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR251-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the "Blautopf" (Blue Pool), subterranean source of the River Blau. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR251-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the old hammer mill, with mill race and water wheel, with the weir on the River Blau in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR251-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the south-east corner of the museum with stream. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR251-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the local museum, in the grounds of the monastery, of half-timbered construction. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR251-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: view of the monastery and church from the east. Now in use as as a Protestant Seminary. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR251-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: south facade of the former Benedictine Monastery, built between 1466 and 1510. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR251-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: half-timbered facade of Matthäus Alber Haus in Klosterstrasse, built in 1602. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR250-06 Italy, Campania, Sorrento: view of the fishing port (Marina Grande) and the coast in the direction of Naples, from the cliff road in late afternoon. Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, coastline, development, quay, jetty, tourism, panorama
PMR250-03 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: "Il Fungo", the mushroom-shaped rock standing close to the shore at Lacco Ameno. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, strange, formations, geology
PMR250-02 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: view of Sant' Angelo, its causeway, and rock, surmounted by a tower, seen from the car park and bus terminus. Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape
PMR250-01 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: shops on the little jetty at Sant' Angelo (formerly fishermen's houses). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, dwellings
PMR249-12 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: view of Sant' Angelo and harbour from the far end of the causeway, with small fishing craft moored in the foreground. Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape
PMR249-11 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: fishing boats and harbour of Sant' Angelo from the jetty. Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape
PMR249-10 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: village church near Serrara Fontana. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, photogenic, architecture, belltower
PMR249-09 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: fishing village of Sant' Angelo on the south coast, from the road near Serrara Fontana, showing the cultivated terraces on the hillside. Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape
PMR249-08 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: church and statue of Christ in the main square of Ischia-Porto, adjoining the harbour. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, photogenic, architecture, monument, sculpture
PMR249-06 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: Aragon Castle, the causeway, and Ischia-Ponte from the beach at Punta Molina, with fishing boats in the foreground. Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic
PMR249-05 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: view of the harbour (an old volcanic crater, opened up to the sea) with numerous moored yachts. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic
PMR249-04 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: masses of Red Valerian (Centranthus ruber) and view of the south coast of the island. Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape, panorama, wild flowers, botany, flora
PMR249-03 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: deeply rutted donkey track leading down from the summit of Mount Epomeo and bordered by colourful wild flowers. Keywords: cliffs, reflections, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape
PMR249-01 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: view to the north-west from the summit of Mount Epomeo, with the town of Forio to the left, and Lacco Ameno to the right; Punta di Caruso at upper left. Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape, panorama, woods
PMR248-12 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: view from the peak of Mount Epomea (788 metres) with colourful umbrellas of the summit restaurant. Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape, panorama
PMR248-11 Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: modern shopping precinct, backing on to the harbour where the Naples ferry is loading. Keywords: cliffs, reflections, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape
PMR248-10 Italy, Campania, Island of Capri: the colourful harbour and quay of Marina Grande reflected in the translucent waters. Keywords: cliffs, reflections, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside
PMR248-09 Italy, Campania, Sorrento: hotels on the cliffs towering over the harbour, and view along the coast Keywords: cliffs, power-boat-harbour, reflections, picturesque
PMR248-08 Italy, Campania, Sorrento: hotels on the cliffs towering over the harbour. Keywords: cliffs, power-boat-harbour, reflections, picturesque
PMR248-05 Republic of San Marino (population ca. 32,000): policewoman holding up the traffic for pedestrians coming out of the San Francisco Gate. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, tourism, defence
PMR248-04 Republic of San Marino (population ca. 32,000): Ristorante Titano and a typical steep, narrow street. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, tourism, defence
PMR248-03 Republic of San Marino (population ca. 32,000): the castellated Town Hall and Statue of Liberty, with the Righi restaurant in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, tourism, defence
PMR248-01 Republic of San Marino (population ca. 32,000): view of the entrance to the Guaita Fortress, with the castellated Town Hall, and hills to the west. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, tourism, defence
PMR247-12 Italy: Falcade, a winter skiing resort in the Dolomites with church in the foreground. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama, architecture, meadows, snow-capped, woods, precipitous, valley-head
PMR247-11 Italy: Moena in the Dolomites, on the way to the San Pelegrino pass (1918 metres). Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama, architecture, meadows
PMR247-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: elegant barrel organ with monkey and small dog. Keywords: picturesque, music, street-musician, amusement, entertainer, hurdy-gurdy, traditional, culture
PMR247-03 Austria, Tyrol: skiers beginning the descent of the Arbiskogel in the Zillertal Alps. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR247-02 Austria, Tyrol: view of the Zillertal Alps from the Arbiskogel (1830 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR247-01 Austria, Tyrol: Gerlosstein cablecar approaching the summit with the Ziller Valley in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR246-12 Austria, Tyrol, Achensee: Lake Achen, with pine trees in the foreground and the snow-capped Karwendel Mountains reflected in the placid waters. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, colourful
PMR246-11 German, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: skiers using a drag-lift to reach the piste at Sudelfeld. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste, happy, smiling
PMR246-08 German, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: skis, poles, and well-patterned slope of new snow on Sudelfeld. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR245-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: top-hatted barrel-organ player in the Auer Dult market. Keywords: München, picturesque, music, street-musician, amusement, entertainer, hurdy-gurdy, traditional, culture
PMR245-10 Switzerland, Fribourg: view from the Zähringen Bridge, with Tour Rouge, Tour de Chats, and wooden Pont de Berne over La Sarine River. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, hills, tower, mediaeval, medieval, autumn colour, valley, woods
PMR245-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Neuschwanstein Castle, the village of Schwangau, and Lake Forggen, seen from Mount Säuling, with birch tree in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR245-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Neuschwanstein Castle, the village of Schwangau, and Lake Forggen, seen from Mount Säuling. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR244-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria: lunch break on the summit of Mount Säuling (2086 metres) with a misty Alpen-panorama spread out below. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR244-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria: approaching the summit cross on Mount Säuling (2047 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR244-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Neuschwanstein Castle, the village of Schwangau, and Lake Forggen, seen from Mount Säuling. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR244-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Fringed Gentian (Gentianella ciliata) on Mount Krottenkopf (2086 metres). Keywords: alpine, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR244-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Oberer Risskopf Mountain and the Weilheimer Hut, seen from Mount Krottenkopf (2086 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR244-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Isar Valley from the summit of Mount Krottenkopf (2086 metres) with the Karwendel Mountains in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR244-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberau: view of the village in the Loisach Valley from Mount Krottenkopf. Ettal Monastery is just visible in the left middle distance, and the Ettaler Mandl top centre. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama
PMR244-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: early morning mists in the Loisach Valley, near Farchant. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, reflections, calm, peaceful, tranquil
PMR244-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the rock massif which forms the summit of the Ettaler Mandl, showing the cleft. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR244-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria: path leading from the Ettaler Mandl, seen from the Laberjoch, with the Ester group mountainsin the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR244-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hang glider being launched from the summit of the Laberjoch (1683 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR243-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: view of the Ammer Valley with a hang glider over Oberammergau, as seen from the Laberjoch summit (1683 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR243-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Ettaler Mandl, as seen from the Laberjoch (1683 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR243-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the steep climb to the summit of the Ettaler Mandl. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR243-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Wetterstein Mountains through the cleft in the Ettaler Mandl. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR243-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view from the peak of the Ettaler Mandl (1634 metres) with the Loisach Valley in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR243-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view overlooking Ettal Monastery from the hillside. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama
PMR243-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view overlooking Ettal Monastery from the hillside. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR243-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: a lake steamer entering the harbour, with the old town and promenade in the background (view from the top of the lighthouse). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval
PMR242-11 Germany, Bavaria, Luisenburg in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains): the Felsenlabyrinth, a labyrinth of enormous granite rocks, eroded into rounded shapes. A collection of upright granite blocks leaning against each other, domino fashion. Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, geological, formations, fantastic, spectacular, erosion, scenic, heritage
PMR242-10 Germany, Bavaria, Luisenburg in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains): the Felsenlabyrinth, a labyrinth of enormous granite rocks, eroded into rounded shapes. Near the bottom, the path is hemmed in by high rocks on both sides. Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, geological, formations, fantastic, spectacular, erosion, scenic, heritage
PMR242-09 Germany, Bavaria, Luisenburg in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains): the Felsenlabyrinth, a labyrinth of enormous granite rocks, eroded into rounded shapes. A couple sitting in the shadow of a huge boulder at the top of the slope. Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, geological, formations, fantastic, spectacular, erosion, scenic, heritage
PMR242-08 Germany, Bavaria, Luisenburg in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains): the Felsenlabyrinth, a labyrinth of enormous granite rocks, eroded into rounded shapes. Youngsters clambering by a huge slab of granite. Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, geological, formations, fantastic, spectacular, erosion, scenic, heritage
PMR242-07 Germany, Bavaria, Luisenburg in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains): the Felsenlabyrinth, a labyrinth of enormous granite rocks, eroded into rounded shapes. The "balancing boulder". Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, geological, formations, fantastic, spectacular, erosion, scenic, heritage
PMR242-06 Germany, Bavaria, Hof: market square and St. Michael's Church (1380-86). Hof is in the Franconian Forest near the old East German border. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR242-05 Germany, Bavaria, Hof: Rathaus (Town Hall), built 1563-6 by Nikolaus Hofmann from Halle. Hof is in the Franconian Forest near the old East German border. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR242-04 Germany, Bavaria, Marktredwitz: historic Rathaus (Town Hall) with maypole in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains). Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Oberfranken
PMR242-03 Germany, Bavaria, Marktredwitz: historic Rathaus (Town Hall) in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains). Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Oberfranken
PMR242-02 Germany, Franconia, Auerbach: historic Rathaus (Town Hall) in "Swiss Franconia". Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR241-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Biergarten by the Chinese Pagoda in the Englischer Garten in summer. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, historic, beer garden, traditional, drinking, sociable, tipsy, drink & drive
PMR239-12 Germany, Bremen: view of the working windmill from the Herdentorsteinweg Bridge with reflections in the water. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful
PMR239-11 Germany, Bremen: a working windmill surrounded by colourful flower beds and parkland in the centre of the city. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, gardens, landscape
PMR239-10 Germany, Bremen: the Gewerbehaus, a handsome stone building in the Renaissance style. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR239-09 Germany, Bremen: view of the Market Place and Gothic Rathaus (Town Hall) from the corner of the Cathedral of St. Petri. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR239-08 Germany, Bremen: gilded figure with sword over the entrance to Böttcherstrasse, an alley built in the "Jugendstil" (Art-Deco) between 1923 and 1933 by the industrialist Roselius. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful
PMR239-07 Germany, Bremen: the 30-foot-high statue of Roland with Gothic canopy, dating from 1400, which dominates the old Market Place. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, monument
PMR238-01 Romania, Transylvania: washing laundry in the river which flows from the snow-capped Fagaras Mountains, part of the southern Carpathians, rising to 2500 metres and visible in the distance. Keywords: rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque
PMR237-12 Romania, Transylvania: a river flowing fom the Fagaras Mountains, part of the southern Carpathians, rising to 2500 metres and visible in the distance. Keywords: rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque
PMR237-11 Romania, Transylvania: Bran Castle, traditional home of Bram Stoker's Count Dracula stories, was built in 1377 to command the trade route and now contains an extensive museum. Keywords: fortifications, defence, mediaeval, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, vampires, Vlad the Impaler
PMR237-09 Romania, Moldavia, Neamt: view of the idyllic Secu Valley, with grazing horse. Keywords: rural, landscape, picturesque, natural, nature, countryside, blossom, meadow, kingcups
PMR237-08 Romania, Moldavia, Sihastria Hermitage, with frescoed entrance arch. Like Neamt and Secu Monasteries, it lies in the Secu Valley. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR237-07 Romania, Moldavia, Secu Monastery: the white-painted church, with wellhouse in the right foreground. The monastery has a very valuable treasury, dating from 1602. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR237-06 Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Here: the imposing entrance and Pirgul Belltower. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR237-05 Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Here: the Baptistry, outside the main gate. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR237-04 Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Here: a young Orthodox monk. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR237-02 Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR237-01 Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Here: three young novitiates. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR236-12 Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Here: a sounding iron, beaten rythmically to call to prayers. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR236-11 Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. A 2-storey wing containing the monks' cells. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR236-10 Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Here: the Pirgul Belltower, the oldest surviving building. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque, oxen cart
PMR236-09 Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR236-06 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: part of the bath house with a view of the town and church tower. Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque
PMR236-05 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: an exotic summer house/folly/clock tower in the cure-gardens. Keywords: colourful, architecture, picturesque
PMR236-04 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: pump house and cure gardens. The town is renowned for its mineral springs and pure mountain air. Keywords: colourful, architecture, picturesque, Baroque, park
PMR236-03 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: Bai Railway Station. Keywords: colourful, architecture, picturesque, street scene, public building
PMR236-02 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: the main shopping street. Keywords: colourful, architecture, picturesque, street scene
PMR236-01 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: Post Office ? (1929). Keywords: colourful, architecture, picturesque, street scene, public building
PMR235-12 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: charmingly decorated house with painted palings and ornate well-house, all in a brown and yellow colour scheme. Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, traditional, wooden construction
PMR235-11 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: wooden house with ornate decorations and beige colour scheme, dated '1960'. Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, traditional, wooden construction
PMR235-10 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: Moldavian in national dress with embroidery covered jacket, standing in front of his house, with its wrought iron fence and ornate facade. Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, traditional, wooden construction
PMR235-09 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: traditional wooden house in green and white colour scheme. Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, traditional, wooden construction
PMR235-08 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: a freshly painted cottage in ochre and brown colour scheme. Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, traditional, wooden construction
PMR235-07 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: charmingly decorated house with painted palings and ornate well-house. Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, traditional, wooden construction
PMR235-04 Romania, Moldavia, Sucevita: the monastery church from the entry gate. Founded by the Movila Brothers and built in 1582-4, it was the last of the "painted monasteries" to be completed. The fresco "Ladder of the Virtues" on the north wall of the church, is one of the most highly regarded. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR235-03 Romania, Moldavia, Sucevita: the monastery well, showing the grounds and massive ring wall, 6 metres high and 3 metres thick, with octagonal towers on each corner. Founded by the Movila Brothers and built in 1582-4, it was the last of the "painted monasteries" to be completed. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR235-02 Romania, Moldavia, Sucevita: the monastery church. Founded by the Movila Brothers and built in 1582-4, it was the last of the "painted monasteries" to be completed. Figures of saints and apostles on the east apse. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR235-01 Romania, Moldavia, Sucevita: the monastery church with built-on vestibule. Founded by the Movila Brothers and built in 1582-4, it was the last of the "painted monasteries" to be completed. View of the living quarters, ring wall and defence tower, from the vestibule. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR234-12 Romania, Moldavia, Sucevita: the monastery church with built-on vestibule. Founded by the Movila Brothers and built in 1582-4, it was the last of the "painted monasteries" to be completed. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR234-11 Romania, Upper Moldavia: picnicking in the breathtaking Carpathian Hills. Keywords: rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, harvest, farmland, picturesque
PMR234-09 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Moldovitei: the frescoed church of Moldovita Monastery: frescoes on the south wall: "the tree of Esau", and, left, the Persian siege of Constantinople. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque
PMR234-08 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Moldovitei: bust of Petru Rares, who founded Mondovita Monastery in 1532, with the entrance to the museum in the background. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, statue, monument, sculpture
PMR234-07 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Moldovitei: the frescoed church of Moldovita Monastery, showing the vestibule and a nun rythmically striking a plank with a hammer, as the call to prayers. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque
PMR234-06 Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Moldovitei: the frescoed church of Moldovita Monastery, showing the defensive ring-wall and gate house. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque
PMR234-04 Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: a tributary of the River Moldovita flowing through typical Moldavian countryside. Keywords: colourful, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque
PMR234-03 Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: Moldavian family group in traditional national costume on Easter Monday. Keywords: colourful, Christian, rustical, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque
PMR234-02 Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: the separate belltower of Humor Monastery, erected in 1641, with the new church in the background. Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rural, picturesque, religious, Bible
PMR234-01 Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: the little monastery of Humor, built in 1530 by Chancellor Toader Bubuiog. The frescoes on the south wall represent the 24 verses of the song "Praise to the Virgin" by Partiarch Serge of Constantinople. Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rural, picturesque, religious, Bible
PMR233-12 Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: modern Romanian Orthodox church with newly carved lychgate, near to Humor Monastery. Keywords: colourful, Christian, rustical, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, wood-carving
PMR233-11 Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: Moldavian married couple in traditional national costume on Easter Monday. Keywords: colourful, Christian, rustical, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque
PMR233-10 Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: Moldavian family on the way to church in a horse-drawn cart on Easter Monday. Keywords: colourful, Christian, rustical, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque
PMR233-08 Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: frescoes on the south apse of Voronet Monastery, built in1488, and probably the best known of the "painted monasteries". The outside frescoes date from 1547. The monastery is famous for its "Voronet Blue". Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rural, picturesque, religious, Bible
PMR233-07 Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: Voronet Monastery from the south east, built in1488, and probably the best known of the "painted monasteries". The outside frescoes date from 1547. The monastery is famous for its "Voronet Blue". Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rural, picturesque, religious, Bible
PMR233-06 Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: fresco of the Last Judgement on the west facade of Voronet Monastery, built in1488, and probably the best known of the "painted monasteries". The outside frescoes date from 1547. The monastery is famous for its "Voronet Blue". Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rural, picturesque, religious, Bible
PMR233-05 Romania, Moldavia, Cimpulung Moldovenesc: the modern Orthodox church, from the churchyard. Keywords: colourful, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, picturesque, architecture
PMR233-04 Romania, Moldavia, Cimpulung Moldovenesc: view from the window of Hotel Zimbru, with synagog in the foreground, and church behind. Keywords: colourful, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, picturesque, architecture, panorama
PMR233-03 Romania, Moldavia, Cimpulung Moldovenesc: young man in ornate Moldavian national dress. Keywords: colourful, rustical, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, picturesque
PMR233-02 Romania, Cluj Napoca: Kossuth Lajos Street: modern apartment blocks share the street with Baroque churches. Keywords: architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, street scene, picturesque
PMR232-12 Romania, Cluj Napoca: Gothic Cathedral of St. Michael, built between 1349 and 1580; a statue of Matei Corvin stands under the walls. Keywords: colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, street scene, picturesque, county town
PMR232-11 Romania, Cluj Napoca: equestrian statue of the Hungarian King Matei Corvin by sculptor Ioan Fadrusz (1902). Keywords: architecture, Orthodox, Christian, street scene, picturesque, county town, monument, sculpture
PMR232-10 Romania, Alba, Aiud: fortified church or citadel dating from 14th-16th centuries, which provided protection for the townspeople in times of danger. Keywords: fortifications, defence, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, picturesque
PMR232-09 Romania, Alba, Teius: decoratively tiled house. Keywords: frescoes, colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, street scene, picturesque
PMR232-08 Romania, Arad, Conop:: farmyard of a communal farm. Keywords: rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, harvest, farmland, picturesque
PMR232-07 Romania, Arad, Lipova: the Baroque church with intriguing onion dome (or spire?) Keywords: colourful, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, street scene, picturesque
PMR232-06 Romania, Arad, Lipova: field of rape from a tree-lined road. Keywords: colourful, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, harvest, farmland, picturesque
PMR232-03 Greece: the fishing village of Parga, on the west coast, just south of Corfu. Keywords: culture, architecture, picturesque, colourful, bay, jetty
PMR232-01 Greece: looking back at the mountains of the Peloponnisos from the ferry across the Gulf of Corinth, between Rio and Antirrion. Keywords: seascape, cruise boats, steamers, picturesque , nature
PMR231-09 Greece, Olympia: pink Judas tree blossom (Cercis siliquastrum) against a blue sky. Keywords: spring, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR231-06 Greece: village of Artemisia in th Taygetos Mountains, with white blossom trees in the foreground. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, landscape, winding road
PMR230-11 Greece, Mistra: vista of wild flowers, trees and the snow-capped Taygetos Mountains. Keywords: spring, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR230-10a Greece, Mistra: Crown Anemone (Anemone coronaria). Keywords: spring, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR230-10 Greece, Mistra: Crown Anemones (Anemone coronaria). Keywords: spring, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR230-03 Greece, Mistra: colourful spring flowers - Giant Yellow Spurge (Euphorbia veneta), Judas trees (Cercis siliquastrum) and Asphodelus (Microcarpus albus?), with view of the surrounding landscape. Keywords: spring, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR230-01 Greece: distant view of he Taygetos Mountains with snow-capped peaks; prickly pear cactus (Opuntia) and pink-flowering Judas tree in the foreground. Keywords: spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, colourful, landscape
PMR229-09 Greece, Epidauros: Star of Bethlehem (Ornithogallum umbellatum) growing on the amphitheatre. Keywords: spring, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR229-07 Greece, Epidauros: colourful wild flowers growing on the amphitheatre. Keywords: spring, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR228-12 Greece, Mycenae: colourful vetches and hop trefoil growing among the rocks on the Acropolis. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR228-11 Greece, Mycenae: colourful vetches and hop trefoil growing among the rocks on the Acropolis. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR223-10 Greece: the first glimpse of Delphi through mist and cloud, Keywords: picturesque, dramatic, light and shadow, lighting effect, mountains, wild
PMR223-09 Greece, Thessaloniki: a common sight - the wayside shrines come in all shapes and sizes. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, religion, tradition, venerated
PMR223-08 Greece: wild coastal valley on the Sithonia Peninsula. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, landscape, countryside, nature, unspoilt
PMR223-07 Greece: deserted beach in the south of the Sithonia Peninsula. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, landscape, coastline, nature, countryside
PMR223-06 Greece, Thessaloniki: the promenade, with the historic White Tower in the distance. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval
PMR223-04 Greece, Thessaloniki: Basilica of St. Demetrios, rebuilt 1926-48 aftrer a fire, using the original masonry. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, church, religion
PMR223-03 Greece, Thessaloniki: the Arch of Galerius, erected in 303 AD to commemorate the victory of the Roman Emperor over the Persians. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, ruin, monument, Graeco-Roman, masonry
PMR223-01 Austria, Tyrol, Durchholzen: ski-lift on the Zahmer Kaiser with the Wilder Kaiser range of mountains in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste
PMR222-12 England, Worlingham, Suffolk: snow scene in a village garden. Keywords: picturesque, winter, white, cold, freezing, frost
PMR222-10a Austria, Styria: flooded fields with reflections of trees. Keywords: picturesque, mountains, landscape, inundations, inundate, water
PMR222-10 Austria, Styria: flooded fields with reflections of trees. Keywords: picturesque, mountains, landscape, inundations, inundate, water
PMR222-09 Austria, Styria: Lake Leopoldstein, looking west, with the Erzberg Mountains in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, medieval, culture, colourful, industrial, mining, architecture
PMR222-06 Austria, Styria, Eisenerz: picturesque square in the mining town, with Mount Pfaffenstein towering in the background. Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, medieval, culture, colourful, industrial, mining, architecture
PMR222-04 Austria, Styria, Leoben: Rathaus (Town Hall) in the main square. Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, medieval, culture, colourful, architecture, Baroque
PMR222-03 Austria, Styria, Leoben: the toll tower (1280) and the church of St. Francis Xavier (1660-5) behind the bridge over the River Mur. Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, medieval, culture, colourful, architecture
PMR222-02 Austria, Tyrol: the tiny Thiersee (Lake Thier), almost on the German border, in autumn colours. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, culture, national heritage, colourful, reflections
PMR222-01 Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: view of the town and fortress with the Kaiser mountains in the background, with autumn foliage in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town
PMR221-12 Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: Auracher Löchl, showing the arched bridge with frescoes. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town
PMR221-11 Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: Auracher Löchl, a picturesque corner of old Kufstein. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town
PMR221-10 Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: the fortress yard and "Peacock Gate", overlooked by the Emperor's Tower. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town
PMR221-09 Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: the Kaiserturm (Emperor's Tower), central strongpoint of the fortress, built in 1522. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town
PMR221-08 Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: casemates of the fortress, and view along the Inn valley towards Innsbruck. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town
PMR221-07 Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: view of the river, the railway station, and part of the town, from the fortress. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town
PMR221-06 Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: River Inn promenade with the fortress in the background. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town
PMR221-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: view of the Untersberg and Berchtesgaden High Throne (1972 metres) with the Stöhrhaus just visible in the centre. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR221-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: view south from the Berchtesgaden High Throne (1972 metres) from the vicinity of the Stöhrhaus. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR221-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: crucifix on the summit of the Untersberg, Berchtesgaden High Throne (1972 metres) with view of Hochkalter and Berchtesgaden Alps. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR221-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: hiker on the Untersberg, Berchtesgaden High Throne (1972 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR219-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Alpine Eyebright (Euphrasia alpina) on Mount Taubenstein. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR219-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: German Gentian (Gentiana germanica) on Mount Taubenstein. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR219-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Fringed Gentian (Gentiana ciliata) on Mount Taubenstein. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR219-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bavarian Alps: on the path to Mount Taubenstein. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR219-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bavarian Alps: Rotwand-Haus from Mount Rotwand (1885 metres) with Sonnwendjoch Mountains behind. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR219-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Spitzing: reflections of the town in Lake Spitzing, with ski-slopes behind. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR218-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Füssen im Allgäu: a street in the old town. Keywords: architecture, gables, cobbled street, geraniums, historic, picturesque,Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR218-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem. Jetty with yachts on Lake Chiem with the Alps in the background. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, historic, sailing, Alpen panorama, tranquil, calm, peaceful
PMR218-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem. Jetty with yachts on Lake Chiem with the Alps in the background. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, historic, sailing, Alpen panorama, tranquil, calm, peaceful
PMR218-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem, was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1878, after being inspired by the French King Louis IV and the Palace of Versailles. View of the Palace facade from the gardens, with colourful flower beds in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, gardens, grounds, park, fountain
PMR218-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem, was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1878, after being inspired by the French King Louis IV and the Palace of Versailles. View of the Palace facade from the gardens, with colourful flower beds in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, gardens, grounds, park, fountain
PMR218-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem, was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1878, after being inspired by the French King Louis IV and the Palace of Versailles. The Latona Fountain and colourful flowerbeds. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, grounds, park, gardens
PMR218-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Prien in Chiemgau: alpenhorns being played on the jetty of Lake Chiemsee. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, music, instrument
PMR218-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: Mount Wallberg (1723 metres) and the Wallberg-Haus from the summit of Mount Setzberg (1712 metres), with hiker. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama
PMR218-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: summit cross on the Setzberg (1712 metres), with hikers. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama
PMR217-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: Willow Gentian (Gentiana asclepiadea) on Mount Wallberg (1723 metres). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR217-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: view of Lake Tegernsee, looking north towards Munich, with Rottach-Egern in the foreground and a hang glider in flight. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama
PMR217-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: hikers surveying Lake Tegernsee, looking north towards Munich. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama
PMR217-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: hiker surveying Lake Tegernsee, looking north towards Munich. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama
PMR217-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: hang glider about to launch from the Wallberg (1723 metres) with Lake Tegernsee in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, air sport, gliding, ultra light, flying wing
PMR217-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ammerang: the open air museum of farm houses: part of a four-sided complex of farm buildings, including the farmhouse, dating from the 18th century. The dove cote was dded about 1930. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, culture, music, concert
PMR217-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ammerang: the open air museum of farm houses: the "bee house", built in 1889, contains numerous built-in bee hives. It was in use up until 1972. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, culture, music, concert
PMR217-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ammerang: Renaissance courtyard in Schloss Amerang, the oldest surviving courtyard surrounded by three storeys ofarched galleries, and a popular venue for concerts. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, culture, music, concert, palace, castle
PMR217-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Rosenheim: buildings surrounding the shopping precinct, with the tower of the parish church; St. Nikolaus (a conversion from the Gothic) Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture
PMR217-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Rosenheim: The Mittertor, sole surviving town gate and oldest building in the town. Before 1350 it was the eastern gate to the town. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture
PMR217-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: confluence of the Rivers Danube (centre) and the Ilz (right) and the town skyline. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR217-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: view of the town and River Inn from the Klosterberg, showing the Town Hall, St. Michael's Church and, on the far side of the river, the Convent of Mariahilf. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR216-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: view of the River Inn from the Mariahilf Convent, with the cathedral, Bishops' Palace and Maria Bridge. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR216-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: the immaculate convent church of Mariahilf, high above the River Inn. The Baroque tower-domes date from 1665. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR216-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: confluence of the Rivers Danube (left) and Inn (right). The different coloured waters flow side by side for several hundred metres beforemerging. View fron "Dreiflüsse-eck" ("three-river-point") Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR216-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: Upper Fortress and Lower Fortress (connected by private stairway), standind between the Rivers Danube (foreground) and Ilz. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR216-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: the promenade on the River Inn and the Schaibling Tower (1481). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR216-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: a corner in the old town. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR216-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: Veste Oberhaus (Upper Fortress) built in 1219 by Bishop Ulrich II, towers over the Danube. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR216-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: Town Hall tower (1893), with a glimpse of th River Danube beyond. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR216-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: St. Stephen's Cathedral from the cathedral square, with statue of King Maximilian I of Bavaria. The cathedral contains the world's largest organ (1985), with 17,300 pipes and 231 registers. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port, music
PMR216-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: houses lining the River Danube. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR216-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: Old Cattle Market and tower of the Baroque St. Paul's Church (1678). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR215-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: promenade and quay on the River Inn (formerly used in the salt trade) with St. Michael's Church and the Schaibling Tower (1481) behind. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR215-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: the cathedral and old bishops' palace from the Maria Bridge over the River Inn. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port
PMR215-09 Germany, Bavaria, Altötting: a few of the votive plaques lining the walls and roof of the galleries surrounding the Holy Chapel (8th century). Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, pilgrim, pilgrimage, shrine, church, votive gifts, attraction, historical, religious centre
PMR215-08 Germany, Bavaria, Altötting: the Baroque Church of St. Magdalena, and the Stiftskirche (Parish Church)(late Gothic) with the little Holy Chapel (8th century) in front. View from the far side of the vast square. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, pilgrim, pilgrimage, shrine, church, votive gifts, attraction, historical, religious centre
PMR215-07 Germany, Bavaria, Altötting: the Holy Chapel, dating from the 8th century, visited by half a million pilgrims every year. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, pilgrim, pilgrimage, shrine, church, votive gifts, attraction, historical, religious centre
PMR215-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee Alps: view of the Wallberg (1723 metres) from the Risserkogel, with the Plankenstein (1763 metres) in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR212-07 Czechoslovakia, Prague: the Old Jewish Cemetery contains about 12,000 gravestones, the oldest dated 1439. Keywords: historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, UNESCO, burial ground
PMR212-06 Czechoslovakia, Prague: Church of St. James, dating from 1232: stucco relief over the main portal by the Italian, Ottavio Mosto. Keywords: historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, UNESCO
PMR212-05 Czechoslovakia, Prague: Town Hall, dating from the 14th century. Expansion resulted in the progressive take-over of adjoining houses until the whole row was incorporated. The famous horologe in the base of the tower dates from early 15th century. Keywords: historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, UNESCO
PMR212-04 Czechoslovakia, Prague: Old Town Square, the centre of old Prague, with the John Huss memorial (1915) and the Baroque Church of St. Nicholas, built to plans of Ignaz Dienzenhofer in 1732-35. Keywords: historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, cobblestones, UNESCO
PMR212-03 Czechoslovakia, Prague: Powder Tower, dating from 1475, once one of the city's principal gates, now badly in need of cleaning, stands at the entrance to the Place of the Republic. Keywords: historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, tram, UNESCO
PMR212-02 Czechoslovakia, Prague: modern sculpture of a woman in the new (1985) pedestrian precinct adjoining the theatre. Keywords: national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, monument, statue, UNESCO
PMR212-01 Czechoslovakia, Prague: National Theatre, architect Josef Zitek, completed in 1881, now fully renovated, inside and out, confronted by a modern all-glass facade. Keywords: historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, opera house, UNESCO
PMR211-10 Israel, Akko: local fishing boats, with the Isnan Basha Mosque in the background. Keywords: harbour, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, picturesque, Acre, minaret
PMR211-09 Israel, Akko: colourful harbour scene, with minarets and clock tower. Keywords: harbour, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, picturesque, Acre
PMR211-08 Israel, Akko: angler on the breakwater, with the high sea wall protecting the town, visible across the bay. Keywords: harbour, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, picturesque, fisherman
PMR211-07 Israel, Akko: harbour cafe on the far quayside, with its coloured umbrellas reflected in the water. Keywords: harbour, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, picturesque, Acre
PMR211-06 Israel, Akko: fishermen with nets on the jetty. Behind, the minaret and dome of the Isnan Basha Mosque (built 1806). Keywords: harbour, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, picturesque, Acre
PMR211-03 Israel, Kinneret: Pink Flax (Linum pubescens). Keywords: spring, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful, flora
PMR211-02 Israel, Kinneret: Carmel Daisies (Scabiosa prolifera) and Pink Flax (Linum pubescens). Keywords: spring, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful, flora
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
PMR209-08 Israel, Herodion: a hilltop fortress near Bethlehem built by Herod the Great in 39 BC as a retreat and mausoleum. View from a distance - the excavations are hidden in the concave hilltop. Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, fortifications, defence, picturesque, archeology, ruin, excavations
PMR209-06 Israel, Herodion: a hilltop fortress near Bethlehem built by Herod the Great in 39 BC as a retreat and mausoleum. View of the Hills of Judea from the top, with many newly planted olive trees in the foreground. Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, fortifications, defence, picturesque, archeology, ruin, excavations, landscape
PMR209-04 Israel, Herodion: a hilltop fortress near Bethlehem built by Herod the Great in 39 BC as a retreat and mausoleum. In the foreground is the Great Hall of the palace, with the baths complex behind. Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, fortifications, defence, picturesque, archeology, ruin, excavations
PMR209-03 Israel, Bethlehem: the sumptuously furnished Syrian Orthodox Church with its high belltower. Keywords: street scene, architecture, Christian, prayer, picturesque, historic
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
PMR205-11 Israel, Jericho: part of the main square, with the police station on the left. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, street scene
PMR205-10 Israel, Jericho: a fruit-seller's shop surrounded by blossom. Keywords: colourful, picturesque, street scene
PMR205-04 Israel, Negev Desert: En Gedi National Park during Jewish Bank Holiday (Passover). Fresh water is always a magnet in the Negev Desert. Leopards can sometimes be seen in this valley, as well as ibex. Keywords: desert, colourful, picturesque, sunbathing, swimming, cooling off, refreshing
PMR205-03 Israel, Negev Desert: En Gedi National Park during Jewish Bank Holiday (Passover). Fresh water is always a magnet in the Negev Desert. Leopards can sometimes be seen in this valley, as well as ibex. Keywords: desert, colourful, picturesque, sunbathing, swimming, cooling off, refreshing
PMR204-03 Israel, Negev Desert: salt crystals forming round the edge of the Dead Sea near Neve Zohar. Keywords: desert, colourful, picturesque, beach, sunbathing, sand, swimming
PMR204-02 Israel, Negev Desert: newly laid-out gardens and promenade complete with palm trees at Neve Zohar, a newly established (1985) tourist resort on the Dead Sea. Hotel Moriah in the background. Keywords: desert, colourful, picturesque, beach, sunbathing, sand, swimming
PMR204-01 Israel, Negev Desert: newly laid-out gardens and promenade complete with palm trees at Neve Zohar, a newly established (1985) tourist resort on the Dead Sea. Keywords: desert, colourful, picturesque, beach, sunbathing, sand, swimming
PMR203-12 Israel, Negev Desert: bathing in the Dead Sea at Neve Zohar, a newly established (1985) tourist resort on the Dead Sea. Keywords: desert, colourful, picturesque, beach, sunbathing, sand, swimming
PMR203-11 Israel, Negev Desert, Be'er Sheva: the centre, with the newly built (1985) Bank Hapoalim building. Be'er Sheva is the principal city of the Negev Desert region. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, Beersheba
PMR203-10 Israel, Negev Desert: ruins of Avdat, a city founded in the third century BC by the Nabateans at a fork in the caravan route. View of the fortifications on Avdat's hill, taken from the roof of a ruined Roman dwelling house. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, archeology, historical
PMR203-09 Israel, Negev Desert: ruins of Avdat, a city founded in the third century BC by the Nabateans at a fork in the caravan route. Outer room of a cave-dwelling in the base of Avdat's hill, dating from Nabatean times. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, archeology, historical
PMR203-08 Israel, Negev Desert: ruins of Avdat, a city founded in the third century BC by the Nabateans at a fork in the caravan route. Inner room of a cave-dwelling in the base of Avdat's hill, dating from Nabatean times. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, archeology, historical
PMR203-07 Israel, Negev Desert: ruins of Avdat, a city founded in the third century BC by the Nabateans at a fork in the caravan route. View of the surrounding countryside from Avdat's hill, with kibbutz plantations in the foreground. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, archeology, historical
PMR203-06 Israel, Negev Desert: ruins of Avdat, a city founded in the third century BC by the Nabateans at a fork in the caravan route. Remains of the nave columns of the Byzantine Chapel of St. Theodore, with the main apse. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, archeology, historical
PMR203-05 Israel, Negev Desert: ruins of Avdat, a city founded in the third century BC by the Nabateans at a fork in the caravan route. North apse of the Byzantine Chapel of St. Theodore. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, archeology, historical
PMR203-04 Israel, Negev Desert: Makhtesh Ramon, a 35-kilometre-long wall of a crater, 500 metres deep, caused by erosion, breached by a road at Mizpe Ramon. Now part of the Ramon National Park. Late afternoon view from the observatory and museum. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR203-03 Israel, Negev Desert: Makhtesh Ramon, a 35-kilometre-long wall of a crater, 500 metres deep, caused by erosion, breached by a road at Mizpe Ramon. Now part of the Ramon National Park. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR203-02 Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species. Ibex (Capra ibex nubiana) are on the increase and can be found wild in several places Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game
PMR203-01 Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species. View of the reserve from the observation tower over a large and shady Acacia raddiana Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game
PMR202-12 Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species. Scimitar-horned Oryx (Oryx tao) Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game
PMR202-11 Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species. Scimitar-horned Oryx (Oryx tao) with a group of Somali Wild Asses (Equus asinus), the ancestors of the domestic donkey. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game
PMR202-10 Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species. Asiatic Wild Ass or Onager (Equus hemionus), the "swift ass". Not domesticable. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game
PMR202-09 Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species. Group of Ostriches (Struthio camelus) with Addax (Addax nasomaculatus) Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game
PMR202-08 Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species. Ostriches feeding, with Scimitar-horned Oryx (Oryx tao) Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game
PMR202-07 Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species. Somali Wild Ass (Equus asinus) and male Ostrich (Struthio camelus) Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game
PMR202-06 Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species. Addax (Addax nasomaculatus) Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game
PMR202-05 Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: view from the top of King Solomon's Pillars. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR202-04 Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: contorted rock formations rising high between the Pillars of King Solomon. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR202-03 Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: King Solomon's Pillars, red sandstone, 50 metres high. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR202-02 Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: cliffs forming the north-western boundary, with a tree in the foreground. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR202-01 Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: cliffs forming the north-western boundary. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR201-12 Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: typical landscape with different coloured rocks Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR201-11 Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: entrance to a copper mine, possibly dating from 4000 BC, the oldest known shaft-and-gallery mines. Another behind. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR201-10 Israel, Negev Desert: "The Arches", a natural feature in the sandstone cliffs in the Timna Valley National Park. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR201-09 Israel, Negev Desert: view of Timna Valley National Park, showing some of the rock formations of dark granite, red sandstone, and paler dolomite and limestone. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR201-08 Israel, Negev Desert: the Mushroom Rock of vivid red sandstone in the Timna Valley National Park. Nearby are a number of early copper smelting sites used by the Egyptians in 1400/1300 BC. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR201-07 Israel, Negev Desert: the Mushroom Rock of vivid red sandstone in the Timna Valley National Park. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR201-05 Israel, Negev Desert: late afternoon sun in the Shani river valley, about 30 km. from Eilat. Evening shadows on the colourful rocks of sandstone and limestone. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR201-04 Israel, Negev Desert: late afternoon sun in the Shani river valley, about 30 km. from Eilat. View along the Red Canyon, carved out by the river Shani. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR201-03 Israel, Negev Desert: late afternoon sun in the Shani river valley, about 30 km. from Eilat. Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque
PMR165-09 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: evening view of the "Natural Bridge". Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR-D4037 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Brown-breasted Bulbuls (Pycnonotus xanthorrhous) in the bougainvillea trees in Green Lake Park. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, picturesque, metropolitan, flowering trees, colourful, wild birds, ornithology
PMR-D4034 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: night view of the city from the revolving restaurant of the Jin Jiang Hotel. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, picturesque, metropolitan, panorama, urban, lights, illumination, architecture, skyscrapers, multi-storey
PMR-D4014 People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: large residence with a semi-circular fountain pool containing figures of the 12 Chinese year names: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog, pig, Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, culture, sculpture, calendar, zodiac, architecture
PMR-D4001 People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: "Son of the Revolution" statue outside the entrance to Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, photogenic, culture, tourist attraction, sculpture, leader, peasant
PMR-D4000 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: display of colourful Chinese lanterns in front of a lantern shop. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, lights
PMR-D3999 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: display of colourful Chinese lanterns in front of a lantern shop. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, lights
PMR-D3998 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: night view of Xishi River, with Chinese lanterns reflected in the water. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3997 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: night view of Xishi River, with the lanterns of a restaurant and a traditional bridge reflected in the water. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3996 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: night view of Xishi River, overlooked by a row of ancient residences, their lights reflected in the water. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3995 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: evening view of Xishi River, overlooked by a row of ancient residences. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, boat, barge, lights
PMR-D3994 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: evening view of Xishi River, overlooked by a row of ancient residences. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, boat, barge, lights
PMR-D3993 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: evening view of Xishi River, overlooked by a row of ancient residences. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, boat, barge, lights
PMR-D3992 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: evening view of Xishi River, overlooked by a row of ancient residences. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, boat, barge, lights
PMR-D3959 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: young lady in traditional costume in the Jin Jang Hotel. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, colourful
PMR-D3958 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: young man being photographed in (hired) traditional dress, in Green Lake Park. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, colourful, costume
PMR-D3957 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: bougainvillea blossom and other ornamental foliage in Green Lake Park. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, flowering trees, botany, colourful, flora
PMR-D3956 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. A colourful shrine to a Chinese martial figure. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre
PMR-D3955 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. A gilded figure of Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy, with 1000 arms. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre, colourful
PMR-D3954 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. A grotto of fantastic shapes, at the end of the temple lake. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre
PMR-D3953 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. The statue of Sakyamuni, a present from the King of Thailand. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre
PMR-D3952 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. The colourful and highly decorated wooden building has been restored many times in its history. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre
PMR-D3951 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. Water pavilion in the temple lake, reached by stone bridges. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre, reflections
PMR-D3950 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. Reflections in the temple lake, with the wooded hillside beyond. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre
PMR-D3949 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. Water pavilion in the temple lake, reached by stone bridges. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre, reflections
PMR-D3948 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre
PMR-D3947 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. The impressive entrance to the grounds. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre
PMR-D3946 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: good quality fresh fruit can be bought from roadside vendors. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, trade, enterprise
PMR-D3945 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: one of the surviving historic wooden buildings in the old quarter. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, street scene, shops, trade, colourful, bargains
PMR-D3944 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: kittens for sale in the Plant and Animal Market. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, pets, appealing, cute, miaou!
PMR-D3943 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: kittens for sale in the Plant and Animal Market. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, pets, appealing, cute
PMR-D3942 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: unknown memorial monument in an enclosure near the market. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene
PMR-D3941 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: baby tortoises for sale in the Plant and Animal Market. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, pets, appealing
PMR-D3940 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: puppies for sale in the Plant and Animal Market. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, pets, appealing, cute
PMR-D3939 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: hedgehogs for sale in the Plant and Animal Market. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, pets, appealing, cute
PMR-D3938 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: a colourful pedestrian street near the market. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene
PMR-D3937 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: selection of succulents in the Plant and Animal Market. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, historic, street scene
PMR-D3936 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: a busy pedestrian precinct near the market. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, colourful
PMR-D3935 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: some older buildings in a quiet street. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene
PMR-D3934 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: memorial to part of the old city, long since demolished. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, monument
PMR-D3933 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: view along the Panlong River with some of the high-rise buildings in the centre. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene
PMR-D3932 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: caged birds for sale on the street. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, pets, songbirds
PMR-D3931 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: some of the high-rise buildings in the modern centre of the city which has more than 3 million citizens. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene
PMR-D3930 People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: some of the high-rise buildings in the modern centre of the city which has more than 3 million citizens. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene
PMR-D3928 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall. View from downriver, looking towards the waterfall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction
PMR-D3927 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction
PMR-D3926 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall. View from the tunnel which runs behind the waterfall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction
PMR-D3925 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction
PMR-D3924 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction
PMR-D3923 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction
PMR-D3922 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction
PMR-D3921 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction
PMR-D3920 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction
PMR-D3919 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the garden of bonsai trees and bizarre stone shapes. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, botany
PMR-D3918 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. A lake with fountain and water lilies. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre
PMR-D3917 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. A lake with fountains adjoining the viewing terrace. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre
PMR-D3916 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. A lake with fountains and water lilies with densely wooded hills behind. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre
PMR-D3915 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. A pretty young Chinese visitor. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre
PMR-D3914 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. Two pretty girls in colourful Dong or Hmong costumes act as guides. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre, traditional, dress
PMR-D3913 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. Two pretty girls in colourful Dong or Hmong costumes act as guides. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre, traditional, dress
PMR-D3912 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. Two pretty girls in colourful Dong or Hmong costumes act as guides. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre, traditional, dress
PMR-D3911 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre
PMR-D3910 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. Here, the name plates are clearly visible. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre
PMR-D3909 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre
PMR-D3908 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre
PMR-D3907 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre
PMR-D3906 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre
PMR-D3905 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre
PMR-D3904 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Leishan: giant gongs in the town park. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, architecture
PMR-D3903 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Leishan: modern housing overlooking the town park. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, picturesque, Kam, architecture, homes , dwellings
PMR-D3902 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Leishan: a handsome modern "Wind and Rain" ("Fengyu") covered wooden bridge spans the river. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, woodworkers, skills, architecture, carpenters
PMR-D3901 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Leishan: a handsome modern "Wind and Rain" ("Fengyu") covered wooden bridge spans the river. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, woodworkers, skills, architecture, carpenters
PMR-D3900 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province: cultivated terraces by the road on the approach to the Leigong Shan Pass (1913 metres). Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, agriculture, grain, altitude
PMR-D3899 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province: rice terraces by the road on the approach to the Leigong Shan Pass (1913 metres). Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, agriculture, grain, altitude
PMR-D3898 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: a shoemaker plying his trade on the pavement. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, artisan, cobbler, enterprise, trade, business
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-D3896 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: colourful local costumes displayed for sale in the store. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, clothes, frocks, dresses, fashion, models, souvenirs
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-D3894 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: bundles of drying rice on a bridge-rail, with the historic wooden houses in the background. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3893 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the historic wooden houses on the main street back onto the river whose water level is retained by weirs. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, reflections
PMR-D3892 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: view of the "Drum Tower" and square from the top floor of the hotel. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3891 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: drying the black, hammered cloth and various carpets on a bridge on the outskirts of the village. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3890 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: one of the "Wind and Rain" covered bridges over the river, with the "Drum Tower" in the background. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3889 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: colourful dragons adorn the front of the "Drum Tower". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3888 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the "Drum Tower", reflected in the pool. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3887 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: a weir raises the level of the river to provide reflections of the wooden buildings. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3886 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the pedestrian boardwalk follows the stream into the centre of the village. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3885 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: view of the old wooden buildings from a bridge over the stream. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3884 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: one of the youngest members of the Dong community. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, child, boy, toddler
PMR-D3883 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: view of the old wooden buildings from a bridge over the stream. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3882 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: a local artisan, weaving a basket. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, handicrafts, basketry, skills
PMR-D3881 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: large racks of drying rice form one side of the square, with the "Drum Tower" visible in the background. With the stage, or podium, in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, harvest, grain
PMR-D3880 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: large racks of drying rice form one side of the square, with the "Drum Tower" visible in the background. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, harvest, grain
PMR-D3879 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: woman washing beansprouts in a bowl. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, food
PMR-D3878 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the traditional black cloth being hammered to produce a gloss. After many hours of hammering and washing, the value increases accordingly. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, artisan, textiles, clothing
PMR-D3877 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the "Drum Tower" reflected in the town pool, with rice drying in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3876 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: young woman washing clothes by the river. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, laundry, washday
PMR-D3875 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the historic wooden houses on the main street back onto the river whose water level is retained by weirs. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, reflections
PMR-D3874 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the historic wooden houses on the main street back onto the river. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, reflections
PMR-D3873 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the historic wooden houses on the main street back onto the river, where they are mirrored in the water. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, reflections
PMR-D3872 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the historic wooden houses on the main street back onto the river. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, reflections
PMR-D3871 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the historic wooden houses on the main street back onto the river whose water level is retained by weirs. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, reflections
PMR-D3870 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: historic wooden houses on the main street, with wooded hills behind. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, colourful
PMR-D3869 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: historic wooden houses on the main street, with wooded hills behind. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, colourful
PMR-D3866 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: handsome traditional buildings at the entrance to the village, with wooded hills as a backdrop. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, pagodas
PMR-D3865 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the main road flies past the village on a lofty viaduct. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, bridge, engineering, construction
PMR-D3864 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Conjiang: an ancient fig tree (Ficus microcarpa), its branches supported with struts, near the hotel. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, botany, flora, dendrology
PMR-D3863 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: colourfully-dressed Miao woman with baskets on a carrying-pole. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3862 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: typical wooden grain stores, mounted on stilts. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, woodworkers
PMR-D3861 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: red peppers drying in the sun, behind, the rolling countryside disappearing into the mist. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, landscape, colourful
PMR-D3860 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: typical wooden houses, clustered on a steep hill. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, woodworkers
PMR-D3859 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: the rice harvest drying on high racks. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3858 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: one of the village hunters, dressed in black, hammered cloth. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3857 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: one of the village hunters, dressed in black, hammered cloth, with his ancient muzzle-loading gun. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3856 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: young Miao girl with colourful dress. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3855 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: typical wooden building on the village square, with drying rice and cotton. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3854 People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: pretty Miao girl wearing the traditional black, hammered cloth jacket. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3853 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: a Miao village on the River Doliu, with traditional wooden houses in a terrace, drying clothes, Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, street scene
PMR-D3852 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: a Miao village on the River Doliu, with traditional wooden houses, two women washing onions. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, street scene
PMR-D3851 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: a Miao village on the River Doliu, with traditional wooden houses, drying material, piled-up logs, cooking rice in a wok. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, street scene
PMR-D3850 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: a Miao village on the River Doliu, with traditional wooden houses, drying rice, drying cotton, firewood in a pile. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, street scene
PMR-D3849 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: a Miao village on the River Doliu, with traditional wooden houses, drying rice, firewood in a pile. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, street scene
PMR-D3848 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: entrance to the bull-coursing arena. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, colourful
PMR-D3846 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: the "Drum Tower" traditionally serves as an assembly hall in Dong villages, where the citizens are summoned by a beaten drum. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3845 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: closer view of the intricate patterns formed by inlaid pebble-work in the town square. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, palm trees
PMR-D3844 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: upward view inside the "Drum Tower" gives an idea of the woodwork skills of the Dong constructors. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan
PMR-D3843 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: intricate patterns formed by inlaid pebble-work in the town square. Drying rice on frames in the background. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, palm trees
PMR-D3842 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: late afternoon view of the town square with rice-drying stands on the far side. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, dragon, palm trees
PMR-D3840 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: bundles of rice, drying in the sun, on the front of a house in the Dong village. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3839 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the newer houses in the Dong village are brick-built. Reflections in the river. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3838 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional multi-storey wooden houses in the Dong village, with stream and signpost in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3837 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: harvesting rice in the fields of the Dong village. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam, crop, grain
PMR-D3836 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: view of the Dong village, with its traditional wooden houses and two "Drum Towers". Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3835 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long.. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam
PMR-D3834 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: cultivated fields in the middle of the Dong village, with the roof of a wayside pavilion in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3832 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional multi-storey wooden house with restaurant on the ground floor, in the Dong village. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3831 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: ricefields, with, behind, the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long.. It has 5 pavilions and 19 verandas. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam
PMR-D3830 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: Cheng Yang International Hotel, of traditional wooden construction. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3829 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional multi-storey wooden houses in the Dong village, with the "Drum Tower" or assembly hall, in the background at the foot of the hill terraces, and rice field in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3828 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the village square, in use for drying rice. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3827 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: cultivated land in the centre of the Dong village is heavily cropped. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3825 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: a tourist group crossing the river, with the "Drum Tower" or assembly hall, on the right. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3824 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional multi-storey wooden houses in the Dong village reflected in the river, with the "Drum Tower" or assembly hall, in the background. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3823 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long.. It has 5 pavilions and 19 verandas. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam
PMR-D3822 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long.. It has 5 pavilions and 19 verandas. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam
PMR-D3821 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long.. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam
PMR-D3820 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional multi-storey wooden houses in the Dong village. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3819 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the village square, in use for drying grain, with the "Drum Tower" or assembly hall at the rear. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3817 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional wooden houses in the Dong village, with rice field in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, crop, cultivation, Kam
PMR-D3816 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional multi-storey wooden houses in the Dong village. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3813 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long.. The waterwheel in the foreground supplies the irregation system. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam
PMR-D3812 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional women's costume in the Dong village. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, colourful, Kam
PMR-D3811 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional wooden houses on the outskirts of the Dong village. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam
PMR-D3810 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: a modern "Wind and Rain" bridge built by the Dong people and completed in 2010. It is 398 metres long and 18 metres wide with two carriageways. The seven towers display the traditional woodworking skills of the Dong people. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, span, reflections
PMR-D3809 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: a modern "Wind and Rain" bridge built by the Dong people and completed in 2010. It is 398 metres long and 18 metres wide with two carriageways. The seven towers display the traditional woodworking skills of the Dong people. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, span, reflections
PMR-D3808 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: a modern "Wind and Rain" bridge built by the Dong people and completed in 2010. It is 398 metres long and 18 metres wide with two carriageways. The seven towers display the traditional woodworking skills of the Dong people. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, span, reflections
PMR-D3807 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: a modern "Wind and Rain" bridge built by the Dong people and completed in 2010. It is 398 metres long and 18 metres wide with two carriageways. The seven towers display the traditional woodworking skills of the Dong people. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, span, reflections
PMR-D3806 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: waterside houses reflected in the River Rong in early-morning mist. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, reflections
PMR-D3805 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: a modern "Wind and Rain" bridge built by the Dong people and completed in 2010. It is 398 metres long and 18 metres wide with two carriageways. The seven towers display the traditional woodworking skills of the Dong people. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, span, reflections
PMR-D3785 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Stacked rafts for return to the starting point. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3784 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Removing the fish from the cormorant's gullet. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft
PMR-D3783 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Cormorant with a large fish in its gullet. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft
PMR-D3782 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft
PMR-D3781 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft
PMR-D3780 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Cormorant catching fish. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft
PMR-D3779 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Cormorant searching for fish. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft
PMR-D3778 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Removing a fish from the cormorant's gullet. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft
PMR-D3777 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft
PMR-D3776 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft
PMR-D3775 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: traditional local dresses make a colourful display for departing bamboo rafters. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3774 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: finishing point of the bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3773 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3772 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills and graceful bamboo fronds in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3771 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3770 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3769 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3768 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3767 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Going over a weir. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3766 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3765 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3764 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3763 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3762 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: starting point for the bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone
PMR-D3755 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River, with graceful bamboo fronds in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3754 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills, from the deck of a river cruiser. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3753 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: a large sandbank on the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3752 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: heavy traffic on the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3751 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills and a river cruiser in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3750 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3749 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River, with graceful bamboo fronds in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3748 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: sandbanks on the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3747 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: a solitary finger, part of the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3746 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. River cruisers on a backwater. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3745 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3744 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3743 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. A waterside village with its assorted watercraft. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3742 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3741 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3740 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3739 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3738 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3737 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills and sightseeing boats operating from the beach. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3736 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3735 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3734 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3733 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3732 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills and a line of river cruisers. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3731 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3730 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River, with graceful bamboo fronds in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3729 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3728 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with "Page-Boy Hill", part of the remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3727 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: "the fox" , part of the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River, with beach settlement in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3726 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: "the fox" , part of the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3725 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River, with graceful bamboo fronds in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3724 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3723 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3722 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. The corniche road follows the river. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3721 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3720 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3719 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. A river cruiser in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3718 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Joining of a tributary. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3717 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3716 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3715 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3714 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3713 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3712 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable Cao Ping karst landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3711 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3710 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills and a line of river cruisers in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3709 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3708 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Little Egrets (Egretta garzetta) on the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, birds, herons, waders, ornithology
PMR-D3707 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3706 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with the remarkable landscape of karst hills and local watercraft in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology
PMR-D3705 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: river cruisers at the jetty before leaving on a trip along the Lijiang, or Li River, to Yangshuo. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing
PMR-D3704 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: river cruisers at the jetty before leaving on a trip along the Lijiang, or Li River, to Yangshuo. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing
PMR-D3703 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with the remarkable landscape of karst hills and a sightseeing boat in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing
PMR-D3702 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: river cruisers at the jetty before leaving on a trip along the Lijiang, or Li River, to Yangshuo. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing
PMR-D3696 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: view of the landscape of karst hills from the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, geology, ranges of hills, extraordinary, breathtaking, remarkable
PMR-D3695 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: view of the landscape of karst hills from the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, geology, ranges of hills, extraordinary, breathtaking, remarkable
PMR-D3694 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: symbol-covered stone column near the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, culture, sculpture, metalwork
PMR-D3693 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: red prayer ribbons cover the trees near the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, culture, colourful
PMR-D3692 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: figures representing the 12 Chinese year names: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog, pig, with prayer ribbons in the trees, on the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, culture, sculpture, calendar, zodiac
PMR-D3691 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: figures representing the 12 Chinese year names: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog, pig, on the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, culture, sculpture, calendar, zodiac
PMR-D3690 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: bronze relief near the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, culture, sculpture, metalwork
PMR-D3689 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Tang Dynasty figures near the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, culture, Buddhist, temple, statue
PMR-D3688 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: view of the landscape of karst hills from the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, geology, ranges of hills, extraordinary, breathtaking, remarkable
PMR-D3687 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Tang Dynasty figure near the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, culture, Buddhist, temple, statue
PMR-D3686 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Tang Dynasty figures near the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, culture, Buddhist, temple, statue
PMR-D3685 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: view of the landscape of karst hills from the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, geology, ranges of hills, extraordinary, breathtaking, remarkable
PMR-D3684 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: view of the landscape of karst hills from the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, geology, ranges of hills, extraordinary, breathtaking, remarkable
PMR-D3683 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Ming Emperor's burial site contaning the tombs of 11 princes of the Jingjiang Family, descendants of King Jingjiang, himself the nephew of a Ming Emperor (Ming Dynasty 1368-1644). View of the Sacred Way and entrance lodge from the Prayer Hall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs, mausoleum
PMR-D3682 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Ming Emperor's burial site contaning the tombs of 11 princes of the Jingjiang Family, descendants of King Jingjiang, himself the nephew of a Ming Emperor (Ming Dynasty 1368-1644). Stone statues lining the Sacred Way. The central stone path is reserved for the Emperor. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs, mausoleum
PMR-D3681 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Ming Emperor's burial site contaning the tombs of 11 princes of the Jingjiang Family, descendants of King Jingjiang, himself the nephew of a Ming Emperor (Ming Dynasty 1368-1644). Carvings on the roof of the Prayer Hall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs, mausoleum
PMR-D3680 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Ming Emperor's burial site contaning the tombs of 11 princes of the Jingjiang Family, descendants of King Jingjiang, himself the nephew of a Ming Emperor (Ming Dynasty 1368-1644). One of the stone statues lining the sacred way. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs, mausoleum
PMR-D3679 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: typical Guangxi graveyard with traditional round graves. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs
PMR-D3678 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: typical Guangxi graveyard with traditional round graves. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs
PMR-D3677 People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: typical Guangxi graveyard with traditional round graves. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs
PMR-D3676 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. Dual colour hibiscus bush in the park. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, botanical, flowering tree, Lingqu
PMR-D3675 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. Punt, used to show visitors around, with the weir in the background. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, boat, Lingqu
PMR-D3674 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. Punts are used to show visitors round. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, boat, Lingqu
PMR-D3673 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. The original weir, to maintain the water level. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, Lingqu
PMR-D3671 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. Punt, on a leafy backwater in the park. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, boat, Lingqu
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-D3668 People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: pagoda near the entrance to Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, photogenic, culture, tourist attraction
PMR-D3667 People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: a large ceramic dragon in the pond near the entrance to Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, photogenic, culture, tourist attraction, mythical beast
PMR-D3666 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: panoramic view of the village with every available square metre of land under cultivation. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture
PMR-D3665 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: panoramic view of the village with every available square metre of land under cultivation. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture
PMR-D3664 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: student from the art school at work. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture
PMR-D3663 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: student from the art school at work. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture
PMR-D3662 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: student from the art school at work. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture
PMR-D3661 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: students from the art school at work. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture
PMR-D3660 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: tray of drying red peppers. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture
PMR-D3659 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: amusing clay masks hanging over a shop window. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture
PMR-D3658 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: tableau celebrating a panda centenary near the entrance to the village. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture
PMR-D3657 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections in Moon Pond with orange Chinese lanterns in profusion. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3656 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: courtyard with gardens adjoining a traditional house. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3655 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: beautifully carved stone lights in a garden wall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3654 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections in the pond in the historic centre. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3653 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: typical street with channel for running water system. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3652 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: historic meeting hall with original furnishings. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3651 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: intricately carved and coloured wooden doors. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3650 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: intricate wooden carving showing scenes of everyday activities (closer view). Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3649 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: intricate wooden carving showing scenes of everyday activities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3648 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: courtyard at thr rear of a meeting hall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3647 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: historic meeting hall. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3646 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections in Moon Pond with orange Chinese lanterns in profusion. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3645 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections in Moon Pond with orange Chinese lanterns in profusion. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3644 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: colourful seeds and spices on sale in the marketplace. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3643 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: the old schoolroom has been preserved. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3642 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections in Moon Pond with orange Chinese lanterns in profusion. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3641 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections of the bridge (which appears in the film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon") in Moon Pond. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3640 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections of the bridge (which appears in the film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon") in Moon Pond. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3639 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections in Moon Pond with orange Chinese lanterns in profusion. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic
PMR-D3638 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: ancient stone bridge of traditional form. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture
PMR-D3635 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3634 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3633 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3632 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3631 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3630 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3629 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3628 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3627 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3626 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3625 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Huangshan Pine (Pinus hwangshanensis) growing out of the rock face, probably centuries old. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction, tree, dendrology, flora
PMR-D3624 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3623 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3622 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3621 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3620 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Rock formation resembling one of the local monkeys, the Tibetan Macaques. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3619 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Huangshan Pine (Pinus hwangshanensis) reputed to be 400 years old. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction, dendrology, flora, tree
PMR-D3618 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: We We, Chinese guide in the Huangshan Mountains. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3617 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3616 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Local porters carry the provisions for the hotels up the stone steps. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3615 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3614 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Belvedere, with TV antenna mast and Brightness Top in the background. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3613 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3612 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. In the distance is the Taiping Cablecar from Red Cloud Station. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3611 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Xihai Reservoir with the Chinese flag in the distance. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3610 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3609 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3608 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Huangshan Pine (Pinus hwangshanensis) in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3607 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Huangshan Pine (Pinus hwangshanensis) in the foreground. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3606 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: bonsai trees, part of a large collection in the walled garden. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage, miniature, dwarf
PMR-D3605 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3604 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3603 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3602 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Xihai Reservoir with the Chinese flag in the distance. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3601 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3600 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3599 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3598 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3597 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3596 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. "Brightness Top" Meteorological Station (1840 metres) with TV antenna in the background. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3595 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3594 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3593 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3592 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. A giant Chinese flag on the mountainside. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3591 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3590 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3589 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3588 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction
PMR-D3587 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province, Tunxi (Huangshan Shi): anglers on the bank of the Xin'an Jiang River. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, fishing, angling, hobbies
PMR-D3586 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province, Tunxi (Huangshan Shi): modern bridge over the Xin'an Jiang River in traditional style. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3585 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province, Tunxi (Huangshan Shi): modern bridge over the Xin'an Jiang River, with mountains in the distance. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3584 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province, Tunxi (Huangshan Shi): chinese lantern under a shop's name. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3583 People's Republic of China, Anhui Province, Tunxi (Huangshan Shi): carved wooden facade in the old quarter. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3582 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: early morning sun on the main street, Dongda Jie. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3581 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: childrens' attraction. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3580 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: historic corner shop with Wan Chang Gateway Pavilion behind. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3579 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: the pagoda, open to visitors. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3578 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: the pagoda, with reflections in the water. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3577 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: ancient residences, some in use as hotels and shops, on the main street, Dongda Jie. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3576 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: ancient residences, some in use as hotels, on the narrow main street, Dongda Jie. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3575 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: ancient wooden residences, some in use as hotels, on the main street, Dongda Jie. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3574 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: figure of the god "Guan" in the courtyard of a Buddhist temple. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, statue, sculpture, religion
PMR-D3573 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: riverside cafes, with pagoda in the background. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3572 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: sightseeing boat on the Xishi River, with a crop of mauve-flowered plants being harvested in the background. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, colourful
PMR-D3568 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: fisherman with cormorants on the Xishi River. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3567 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: cormorants used for fishing on the Xishi River. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3566 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: fisherman with cormorants on the Xishi River. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3565 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: boats on the Xishi River with ancient wooden residences in the background. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3564 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: boats on the Xishi River on the outskirts of the village. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3563 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: Xishi River, overlooked by a row of ancient residences. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic
PMR-D3562 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: reflections of traditional pavilions in the lotus lake. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D3561 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: bonsai trees, part of a large collection in the walled garden. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage, miniature, dwarf
PMR-D3560 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: bonsai trees, part of a large collection in the walled garden. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage, miniature, dwarf
PMR-D3559 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: traditional belvedere pavilion. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D3558 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: belvedere pavilion overlooking lotus lake. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D3557 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: belvedere pavilion surrounded by lotus plants. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D3556 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: lotus-filled lake with pagoda in the background. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D3555 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: bridge over a stream. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D3554 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: colourful flowerbeds surround a pavilion. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D3553 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: lotus leaves reflected in a lake. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D3552 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: a picturesque waterway, off the Kaiser Canal, decorated with orange lanterns. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, national heritage, bridges, Venice of the East
PMR-D3551 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: a picturesque waterway, off the Kaiser Canal, decorated with orange lanterns. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, national heritage, bridges, barges
PMR-D3550 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: a picturesque waterway, off the Kaiser Canal, decorated with orange lanterns. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, national heritage, bridges, barges
PMR-D3549 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: a picturesque waterway, off the Kaiser Canal, decorated with orange lanterns. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, national heritage, bridges, Venice of the East
PMR-D3548 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: a picturesque waterway, off the Kaiser Canal, decorated with orange lanterns. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, national heritage, bridges, Venice of the East
PMR-D3547 People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: a picturesque waterway, off the Kaiser Canal, decorated with orange lanterns. Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, national heritage, bridges, Venice of the East
PMR-D3348 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Stolpen: Rathaus (Town Hall) and Market Place with its colourful rose gardens. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, architecture, mediaeval, historic, colourful
PMR-D3534 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View from the Great Hall, with equestrian statues of Kaiser Friedrich I Barbarossa and Kaiser Wilhelm I der Große, and spires of the Market Church. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3533 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View from the Great Hall, of the equestrian statue of Kaiser Friedrich I Barbarossa with the twin spires of the Market Church in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3532 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View from the terrace, with equestrian statues of Kaiser Friedrich I Barbarossa and Kaiser Wilhelm I der Große in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3531 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. Droschke on the approach. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3530 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3529 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: timber-framed houses, the nearest one with traditional slate cladding on the facade, in a street of cobblestones in the old quarter. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3528 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: narrow cobbled street, An der Gose, with terraces of timber-frames houses on both sides. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3527 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Peterstrasse. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3526 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Peterstrasse, with the tower of the Frankenberger Church in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3525 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Peterstrasse. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3524 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Kettenstrasse. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3523 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Kettenstrasse. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3522 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Kettenstrasse. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3521 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Kettenstrasse. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3520 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: semi-detached timber-frame houses, one with ornate slate-cladding, a local tradition. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3519 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: timber-framed Hotel Goldener Stern in the Bäringerstrasse. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3518 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: colourfully decorated facade of a building in the old quarter with the date 1606. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3517 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: colourfully decorated timber-frame houses in the old quarter. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3516 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Gothic Rathaus (Town Hall) dates from 1450 and faces the Marktplatz with its five arcades. On the second floor are lavishly furnished council chambers. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3515 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Baroque figures of various emperors adorn the facade of the Kaiserworth (1494), originally the guildhouse of the tailors and cloth-traders. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3514 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: street-cafe in the Marktplatz with the arcades of the 15th century Rathaus (Town Hall) on the left. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3513 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: decorated facade of a timber-framed house, Markt 10. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3512 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: timber-framed building which was formerly the Registry Office, originally part of a monastery. To the right the remains of the Rosentor, one of the four orignal town gates. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3511 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: twin towers of Romanesque Market Church of St. Cosmos and St. Damien, completed in 1150 and later extended. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3510 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Schuhhof, the oldest square in Goslar, where the shoemakers had their shops and guildhouse. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3509 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: fountain, surmounted by a golden eagle with outstretched wings (the heraldic symbol of Goslar) in the centre of the Marktplatz. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3508 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: view of the Heilig Kreuzkirche (Church of the Holy Cross) from the tower of St. Andreas, at 114.35 metres, the highest in Lower Saxony. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3507 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: view of the Gothic church of St. Lamberti (1474) from the tower of St. Andreas, at 114.35 metres, the highest in Lower Saxony. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3506 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: view of the Marktplatz from the tower of St. Andreas, at 114.35 metres, the highest in Lower Saxony. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3505 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the fountain in the Marktplatz, surmounted by a watch-guard, is also a post-war reconstruction. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3504 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Rokokohaus (1757) with stucco-work facade sandwiched between the timber-framed Stadtschänke (1666) and the Wollenwebergildehaus (Wool-weavers' Guildhouse) (ca. 1600) on the Marktplatz. All rebuilt after wartime destruction. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3503 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Gothic Rathaus (Town Hall) in the Marktplatz, dating from 1268-90 but frequently modernised and extended. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3502 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St. Godehard (1133-1172), one of the few remaining Romanesque churches which has retained its original appearance. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3501 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Wernerscheshaus (1606), one of the best examples of timber-frame building which escaped war-damage. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3500 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the nave of St. Godehard (1133-1172), one of the few remaining Romanesque church interiors which has retained its original appearance. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3499 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: ornate facade of a timber-frame house dated 1548. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3498 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: timber-frame houses in Kesslerstrasse which largely escaped war-damage. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3497 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: memorial to the synagog on Lappenberg Hill which was burnt down on the night of 9/10th November 1938. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3496 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: timber-frame houses in Kesslerstrasse which largely escaped war-damage. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3495 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: timber-frame houses in Knollenstrasse which largely escaped war-damage. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3494 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Kehrwiederturm ("Return-again-tower"), dating from the 15th century, is the sole remaining tower of the original town's defences. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3493 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Kehrwiederturm ("Return-again-tower"), dating from the 15th century, is the sole remaining tower of the original town's defences. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3492 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: timber-frame houses in Kesslerstrasse which largely escaped war-damage. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3491 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: timber-frame houses in Kesslerstrasse which largely escaped war-damage. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3490 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: timber-frame houses in Kesslerstrasse which largely escaped war-damage. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3489 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Bible scene (Adam and Eve) on one of the twin bronze Bernward doors (1015), which were each cast in one piece. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3488 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Bible scene on one of the twin bronze Bernward doors (1015), which were each cast in one piece. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3487 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Bible scene on one of the twin bronze Bernward doors (1015), which were each cast in one piece. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3486 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. The twin bronze Bernward doors (1015), 4.72 m. high, were each cast in one piece. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3485 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Top of the bronze Column of Christ (1020) showing scenes from his life, after Trajan's Column in Rome. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3484 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. The nave, with the bronze font in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3483 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Legend says that the "1000-year Rose Bush" was the cause of the building of the first cathedral in 9th century . Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3482 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. Cloisters, with the "1000-year Rose Bush" on the left. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3481 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. Statue of the Virgin and Child (ca. 1260). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3480 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. Bronze christening font of Wilbernus, ca. 1225. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3479 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. View of the south transept and tower over the crossing. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3478 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. View of the west tower and south chapel windows. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3477 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3476 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. Eastern side of the ceiling frescos dating from the early 13th century and depicting Christ's family tree with Mary (top) as the "new Eve". Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3475 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. Western side of the ceiling frescos dating from the early 13th century and depicting Christ's family tree from Adam and Eve (bottom) onwards. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3474 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. 14th century grave cover of Bernward, 13th Bishop of Hildesheim, founder of the church, after receiving a splinter of the True Cross from Emperor Otto III on 15th January 993. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3473 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. Altar of St. Mary (1520) depicts her between St John the Evengelist & John the Baptist. In foreground 14th century grave cover of Bernward, 13th Bishop of Hildesheim, founder of the church. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3472 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. View of thje nave from the west. The renowned ceiling frescos depict Christ's family tree going back to Adam and Eve. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3471 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. View of the Romanesque galleries on the north side of the east transept. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3470 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3469 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. Closer view of the west transept and towers. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3468 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Renaissance Oriel dating from 1591 on the 14th century Tempelhaus in the Marktplatz, completely reconstructed after war destruction. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3467 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Gothic Knochenhaueramtshaus with Renaissance decoration (1529) and the smaller Bäckeramtshaus (1825) nearer the camera, both in the Marktplatz which was totally destroyed in the war. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3466 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the 14th century Tempelhaus in the Marktplatz, with its Renaissance Oriel dating from 1591, completely reconstructed after war destruction. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3465 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Wedekindhaus in the Marktplatz, dating from 1598, but completely rebuilt after war destruction. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3464 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the Green Citadel designed by architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser and completed in 2005. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful
PMR-D3455 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: hiking in the Karwendel Mountains, with grazing cattle. The start of the "Lakaiensteig" path to the Soiernhaus Hut. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3454 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: waterfalls on Mount Soiern-Spitze (2259m.), seen from the Soiernhaus Hut (1616m.) Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3453 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: Martagon Lily (Lilium martagon) on Mount Soiern-Spitze (1616 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, picturesque, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3452 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: rock formations on the flank of Mount Soiern-Spitze (2259m.), from the Soiernhaus Hut (1616m.) Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3451 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: Lake Soiernsee, from the Soiernhaus Hut (1616m.) Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3450 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: Mount Soiern-Spitze (2259m.) with Lake Soiernsee at its foot, from the Soiernhaus Hut (1616m.) Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3444 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Marketplace. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D3436 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the Rathaus (Town Hall) was built in Renaissance style in 1698 and replaced an earlier building, destroyed in the 30-years war. It occupies the south side of the market place. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D3433 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: Johanniskirche (St. John's Church) dates back to the 10th century, but has been destroyed four times and each time rebuilt. The church took on its present form in the late 17th century but was again destroyed by enemy action in 1944/5. Rebuilt in 1980s, the building is now used as a concert hall. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D3432 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the Magdeburger Reiter (Rider) (1240), the first equestrian statue north of the Alps. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, monument, horse-rider
PMR-D3431 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the Magdeburger Reiter (Rider) (1240), the first equestrian statue north of the Alps. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, monument, horse-rider
PMR-D3430 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: Romanesque Gothic nave of the Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen (Monastery of Our Lady), dating from 12-13th century. The monastery itself was founded by Augustinian monks in 1015. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving, vaulting
PMR-D3429 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: cloisters of the Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen (Monastery of Our Lady), dating from 1129-1200, showing the Romanesque column capitals in more detail. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3428 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: Romanesque cloisters of the Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen (Monastery of Our Lady), dating from 1129-1200, with the Tonsure Chapel protruding into the courtyard. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3427 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Two of the five "foolish virgins" (New Testament parable) in the Paradise Porch, dating from about 1250. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3426 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Figure of Emperor Otto the Great, dating from about 1310, high on the west facade. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3425 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. A horizontal, carved stone gargoyle of a kneeling man near the cloisters. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving, sculpture, water-spout
PMR-D3424 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. East wing of the Romanesque cloisters Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3423 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Gothic South Transept, with the "Tonsure Chapel" at its foot. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3422 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The high Gothic nave, looking east, with the porphyry font, which probably goes back to the Ottonian cathedral, in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3421 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The Miracle-working "black" Madonna and Child dating from about 1280, in the south aisle. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3420 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The five "foolish virgins" (New Testament parable) in the Paradise Porch, dating from about 1250. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3419 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The five "wise virgins" (New Testament parable) in the Paradise Porch, dating from about 1250. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3418 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Two of the five "wise virgins" (New Testament parable) in the Paradise Porch, dating from about 1250. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3417 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The Magdeburg Monument, carved by Ernst Barlach in 1929 for this site. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving, wood carving
PMR-D3416 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The last resting place of Emperor Otto I who died in 973, in the sanctuary. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3415 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Reclining bronze memorial to Archbishop Friedrich von Wettin who died in 1152, in the ambulatory. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3414 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Bronze memorial to Archbishop Wichmann von Seeburg who died in 1192, in the ambulatory. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3413 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Figure of St. Catherine, one of the cathedral's patrons, dating from about 1250. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3412 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Figure of "black" St. Maurice, one of the cathedral's patrons, dating from about 1250. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3411 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Carved oak misericords in the choir stalls, probably dating from the 14th century. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving, wood carving
PMR-D3410 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Noah's Ark and the flood, depicted on the pulpit. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3409 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Figures of Adam and Eve on the pulpit. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3408 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Figure of the Apostle Paul, supporting the pulpit. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3407 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Statue of Empess Edith, wife of Otto I (?) in the west portal. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3406 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The magnificent Gothic west portal (echoes of Strasbourg?) surmounted by the figure of Emperor Otto I. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3405 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: modern buildings on the west side of the Domplatz, with fountains in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D3404 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was this cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. View across the Domplatz (Cathedral Square). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3403 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: facade of the Baroque Landtag (1724, rebuilt after war damage), seat of government of Saxony-Anhalt, with its rich decoration. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D3402 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: view of the Baroque Landtag (1724), seat of government of Saxony-Anhalt, with fountains in the Domplatz. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D3401 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The east end of the choir, with ambulatory, apse and dwarf gallery, has a powerful effect. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3400 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was this cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The towers were completed in 1520. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR-D3399 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the west towers of the Romanesque Church of Our Lady, dating from the 11th century, currently undergoing restoration. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D3398 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: innovative modern apartment block near the Church of Our Lady, with modern bronze figures in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, block of flats, unusual, striking
PMR-D3397 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: this part of the 11th-century Monastery of Our Lady is home to the Museum of Modern Art. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D3396 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: part of the Green Citadel designed by architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser and completed in 2005. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful
PMR-D3392 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Gothic nave of the church of St. Afra, which was originally founded in the 11th century. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno, sacral, Catholic
PMR-D3391 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the carved wooden altar of the church of St. Afra, which was originally founded in the 11th century. The altar was carved in 1653 by Valentin Otte and painted by Johann Richter. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno, sacral, Catholic
PMR-D3390 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: cathedral towers, soaring over the rooftops of the lower town. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3389 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: cathedral towers, soaring over the rooftops of the lower town. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3388 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: Market Place, with Rathaus (Town Hall) and neo-Renaissance facade of the Hirschhaus. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3387 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: Schlossberg, with Amtsstufen (steps) up to the Domplatz (Cathedral Square). Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3386 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: Renaissance facades on the Market Place Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3385 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: cathedral towers, soaring over the rooftops of the lower town. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3384 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: cathedral towers, soaring over the rooftops of the lower town. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3383 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: pitched roofs of the mediaeval houses on the Burgstrasse from the top of a cathedral tower. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3382 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Albrechtsburg and Domplatz (Cathedral Square) from the top of a cathedral tower. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3381 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: view of the mediaeval streets of the lower town and the River Elbe from the top of a cathedral tower. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno, panorama
PMR-D3380 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: a ruminative stone figure as a gorgoyle looks down from a tower of the cathedral. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno, statue, stone-carving
PMR-D3379 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: an eagle as a gargoyle overlooks the River Elbe from a tower of the cathedral. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3378 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Albrechtsburg, former home of the House of Wettin, was built between 1472 and 1525 in Late Gothic style. It housed the famous porcelain factory from 1710 to 1865 but is now home to an extensive museum. Here: the spiral staircase, adorning the facade, is regarded as a model of its kind. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3377 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: Gothic symmetry in the interior of the cathedral. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno, vaulting, nave, altar
PMR-D3376 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: view of the east bank of the River Elbe with the two bridges, from the tower of the cathedral. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3375 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Cathedral, begun in 1260 but much altered, is known for its pure Gothic style. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3374 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: view of the "Burgberg" with Albrechtsburg and Cathedral from the lower town. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3373 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: view of the "Burgberg" with Albrechtsburg and Cathedral from the River Elbe, with reflections in the water. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3372 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: view of the "Burgberg" with Albrechtsburg and Cathedral from the River Elbe. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3371 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Town Hall (Rathaus), a fine Late-Gothic building on the Market Place. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3370 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Schlossbrücke, Mitteltor (bridge and Middle Gate) was originally mediaeval but was rebuilt in 1875. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3369 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the former Bisop's Palace on the "Burgberg". Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno, Gothic
PMR-D3368 Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Albrechtsburg, former home of the House of Wettin, was built between 1472 and 1525 in Late Gothic style. It housed the famous porcelain factory from 1710 to 1865 but is now home to an extensive museum. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno
PMR-D3367 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Bad Schandau: the famous free-standing lift, built in 1904 on the inspiration of a local hotellier, offers a short-cut to the village of Ostrau. It provides fine views of the River Elbe. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3366 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Bad Schandau: the famous free-standing lift, built in 1904 on the inspiration of a local hotellier, offers a short-cut to the village of Ostrau. View along the Elbe Valley towards the Czech Republic. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3365 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Bad Schandau: the famous free-standing lift, built in 1904 on the inspiration of a local hotellier, offers a short-cut to the village of Ostrau. It provides fine views of the River Elbe. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3364 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Bad Schandau: the famous free-standing lift, built in 1904 on the inspiration of a local hotellier, offers a short-cut to the village of Ostrau. It provides fine views of the River Elbe. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3363 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Bad Schandau: the famous free-standing lift, built in 1904 on the inspiration of a local hotellier, offers a short-cut to the village of Ostrau. It provides fine views of the River Elbe. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3362 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Bad Schandau: the famous free-standing lift, built in 1904 on the inspiration of a local hotellier, offers a short-cut to the village of Ostrau. It provides fine views of the River Elbe. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3361 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the way up to the Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif, leads through a narrow canyon. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3360 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): "Barbarina", a much-photographed pinnacle on the Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Due to erosion it is no longer safe to climb. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3359 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): "Barbarina" (left), a much-photographed pinnacle on the Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Due to erosion it is no longer safe to climb. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3358 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): "Barbarina", a much-photographed pinnacle on the Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Due to erosion it is no longer safe to climb. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3357 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular formations on the Pfaffenstein, a sandstone rock massif. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3356 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): boulder-strewn path up to the Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3355 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): pinnacles on the Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3354 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3353 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the impregnable Königstein Fortress (361 metres), seen from a harvested cornfield near the Pfaffenstein. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3352 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the impregnable Königstein Fortress (361 metres) towers over the surrounding landscape. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3351 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Stolpen: Rathaus (Town Hall) and Market Place with its colourful rose gardens. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, architecture, mediaeval, historic, colourful
PMR-D3350 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Stolpen: Market Place with historic inn "Zur alten Post" and colourful rose gardens. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, architecture, mediaeval, historic, colourful
PMR-D3349 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Stolpen: Market Place with its historic mediaeval milestone and inn "Zur alten Post". Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, architecture, mediaeval, historic, colourful
PMR-D3347 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a pleasure steamer on the River Elbe, seen from the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside, boat, cruiser
PMR-D3346 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a bluff on the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif, with view of the Wettin Obelisk and the surrounding countryside. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3345 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a bluff on the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif, with view of the Wettin Obelisk and the surrounding countryside. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3344 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a bluff on the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif, with view of the surrounding countryside. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3343 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a bluff on the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif, with view of the surrounding countryside. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3342 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Wettin Obelisk, erected in 1889, the work of local stonemason Dachser from Schandau, celebrates the 800th anniversary of the House of Wettin, and stands on the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside, monument, jubilee
PMR-D3341 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Wettin Obelisk, erected in 1889, the work of local stonemason Dachser from Schandau, celebrates the 800th anniversary of the House of Wettin, and stands on the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside, monument, jubilee
PMR-D3340 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3339 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3338 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside
PMR-D3337 Germany, Saxony (die Oberlausitz), Zittau: Rathaus (Town Hall) in Rathausplatz, designed by Carl Friedrich Schinkel in 1840-45 in Italian palazzo style. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, architecture
PMR-D3336 Germany, Saxony (die Oberlausitz), Zittau: Rathaus (Town Hall) in Rathausplatz, designed by Carl Friedrich Schinkel in 1840-45 in Italian palazzo style. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, architecture
PMR-D3335 Germany, Saxony (die Oberlausitz), Zittau: tower of the Johanneum and handsome oriel on the corner of Bauzner Strasse. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, architecture, street scene
PMR-D3334 Germany, Saxony (die Oberlausitz), Zittau: part of the facade of the Johanniskirche (St. John's Church) from the markt. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, architecture, street scene
PMR-D3333 Germany, Saxony (die Oberlausitz), Zittau: ancient gravestones being used to form a wall around the churchyard of the Weberkirche. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, architecture, stone carving, burial, cemetery, memorials, in memoriam
PMR-D3332 Germany, Saxony (die Oberlausitz), Zittau: ancient gravestones being used to form a wall around the churchyard of the Weberkirche. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, architecture, stone carving, burial, cemetery, memorials, in memoriam
PMR-D3330 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): model of the Königstein Fortress with the ca. 50 buildings within its walls. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3329 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the mighty Neues Zeughaus (New Armoury) (1816) through which a ramp leads from the entrance gate into the courtyard. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture, Baroque
PMR-D3328 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): outer and inner entrance gates (with ramp through the New Armoury Building) to the impregnable Königstein Fortress. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture, Baroque
PMR-D3327 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): erected by Elector Johann Georg I in 1621-2 the fortified Magdalenenburg in the Königstein Fortress provided living quarters for the court in the 2 upper storeys while the ground floor housed the provision store, below which was the wine cellar. On the right the clocktower (1901) with two bells. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3326 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Neues Zeughaus (New Armoury) (1816) within the walls of the impregnable Königstein Fortress. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3325 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a row of historic bronze cannons on the walls of Königstein Fortress, with the royal arms carved in stone on the corner. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3324 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): outer and inner entrance gates (with ramp) to the impregnable Königstein Fortress Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture, Baroque
PMR-D3323 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a row of historic bronze cannons on the walls of Königstein Fortress. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3322 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Baroque Friedrichsburg on the walls of the Königstein Fortress enjoyed panoramic views. Originally built in 1589, it was converted to Baroque in 1731, with the lower storey used to store armaments and the upper storey as a barqueting room. View of the River Elbe towards Rathen. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture
PMR-D3321 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Baroque Friedrichsburg on the walls of the Königstein Fortress enjoyed panoramic views. Originally built in 1589, it was converted to Baroque in 1731, with the lower storey used to store armaments and the upper storey as a barqueting room. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture
PMR-D3320 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): view from the walls of the Königstein Fortress, 240 metres above the River Elbe, with one of the ornamental stone urns in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic, panorama, woods
PMR-D3319 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Baroque Friedrichsburg on the walls of the Königstein Fortress enjoyed panoramic views. Originally built in 1589, it was converted to Baroque in 1731, with the lower storey used to store armaments and the upper storey as a barqueting room. Cannon in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture
PMR-D3318 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Baroque Friedrichsburg on the walls of the Königstein Fortress enjoyed panoramic views. Originally built in 1589, it was converted to Baroque in 1731, with the lower storey used to store armaments and the upper storey as a barqueting room. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture
PMR-D3317 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): one of the historic cannons on the walls of Königstein Fortress, with the Lilienstein massif on the horizon. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3316 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): steamship "Dresden", built in 1926, passing Königstein on the River Elbe, with the Lilienstein massif on the horizon. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, historic, paddle steamer, veteran, vintage, old-timer, countryside, panorama, landscape
PMR-D3315 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): steamship "Dresden", built in 1926, seen on the Elbe from Königstein Fortress. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, historic, paddle steamer, veteran, vintage, old-timer
PMR-D3314 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): River Elbe and Königstein from the precipitous fortress walls. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic, panorama
PMR-D3313 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): one of the historic cannons on the walls of Königstein Fortress. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3312 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): castellated walls of the Königstein Fortress with a view of the surrounding countryside. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3311 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): defence towers on the precipitous walls of the Königstein Fortress with a view of the surrounding countryside. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3310 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): some of the 50 buildings on the Königstein, enclosed within the fortress walls. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3309 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): defence tower on the Königstein Fortress with a view of the surrounding countryside. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3308 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): defence tower on the Königstein Fortress with a view of the surrounding countryside. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3307 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the impregnable Königstein Fortress towering above the eponymous resort. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic
PMR-D3306 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations known as the"Wehlstein Aussicht (View)" as seen from the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape
PMR-D3305 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape
PMR-D3304 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape
PMR-D3303 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): part of the mediaeval fortress which existed in the Bastei from the early 13th century until 1469, now made accessible to visitors, showing its impregnable position on top of the vertical sandstone cliffs. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape, historic, defence, fortifications
PMR-D3302 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): visitors on the stone bridge leading to the Bastei fortifications amid spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations, with the Lilienstein outcrop visible in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape
PMR-D3301 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): visitors on the stone bridge leading to the Bastei fortifications amid spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape
PMR-D3300 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): part of the mediaeval fortress which existed in the Bastei from the early 13th century until 1469, now made accessible to visitors, showing a contemporary rock-hurling catapult (reconstruction). Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape, historic, defence, fortifications, siege machine
PMR-D3299 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): figure of a "saintly friar" on a sandstone rock pinnacle near the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape
PMR-D3298 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): part of the mediaeval fortress which existed in the Bastei from the early 13th century until 1469, now made accessible to visitors, showing the large covered water cistern, lower right. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape, historic, defence, fortifications
PMR-D3297 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): part of the mediaeval fortress which existed in the Bastei from the early 13th century until 1469, now made accessible to visitors, showing the spectacular sandstone rock formations. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape, historic, defence, fortifications
PMR-D3296 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape
PMR-D3295 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): view along the River Elbe towards Rathen, with sandstone rock formations, from the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape
PMR-D3294 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape
PMR-D3293 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): entrance to an almost impregnable mediaeval settlement in the Bastei, Neurathen, dating from the early 13th century to 1469. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, historical
PMR-D3292 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3291 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): two Elbe steamers passing near Rathen, seen from the Bastei cliffs. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, boat, river, cruise boat
PMR-D3290 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3289 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock formations overlooking the River Elbe as seen from the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3288 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock formations overlooking the River Elbe as seen from the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3287 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3286 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3285 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): visitors among the spectacular sandstone rock formations of the Bastei. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion
PMR-D3284 Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): Elbe steamer picking up passengers near Rathen, seen from the Bastei cliffs. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, boat, river, cruise boat, jetty
PMR-D3283 Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. View of the Upper (Old) Castle and its rock foundation. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications
PMR-D3282 Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. View of the Upper Castle. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications
PMR-D3281 Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. Upper Courtyard with Keep in the background. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications
PMR-D3280 Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. Lower Gate and Bergfried (Keep). Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications
PMR-D3279 Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. View over the rooftops of the town, with church tower in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications
PMR-D3278 Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. View of the Lower (New) Castle over the rooftops of the town. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications
PMR-D3277 Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. View of the Lower (New) Castle over the rooftops of the town. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications
PMR-D3276 Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. View from the valley. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications
PMR-D3275 Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: view of the village with open-air cafe and timber-framed house. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Saxon Switzerland, half-timbered
PMR-D3274 Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: mediaeval houses, including a timber-framed example. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Saxon Switzerland, half-timbered
PMR-D3273 Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications
PMR-D3272 Germany, Saxony, Pirna: Am Markt, with the Renaissance-style Rathaus (Town Hall) originally dating back to 1485 and the belltower of St. Marien's Church behind. This was the view captured in one of Canaletto's paintings. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, clocktower, marketplace, art
PMR-D3271 Germany, Saxony, Pirna: street cafes in Dohnaische Strasse with the "Angel" Oriel on the right. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture
PMR-D3268 Germany, Saxony, Pirna: the town's arms on the clocktower of the Renaissance-style Rathaus (Town Hall) in the Market Place originally dating back to 1485. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, clocktower
PMR-D3267 Germany, Saxony, Pirna: Am Markt, with the Renaissance-style Rathaus (Town Hall) originally dating back to 1485. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, clocktower
PMR-D3266 Germany, Saxony, Pirna: Renaissance-style Rathaus (Town Hall) in the Market Place originally dates back to 1485. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, clocktower
PMR-D3265 Czech Republic, Cheb: the late Gothic Gabler House received its Rococo facade in the 18th century. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger
PMR-D3264 Czech Republic, Cheb: colourful Baroque facades on Svobody Street. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, colourful, Eger
PMR-D3263 Czech Republic, Cheb: King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square, with New Town Hall and clocktower and colourful merchants' houses. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger
PMR-D3262 Czech Republic, Cheb: late Gothic houses comprising the "Spalicek" Block in King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square, with the spires of St. Nicholas' Church behind. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger
PMR-D3261 Czech Republic, Cheb: late Gothic houses comprising the "Spalicek" Block from the west side, in King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger
PMR-D3260 Czech Republic, Cheb: King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square, with Hercules fountain and New Town Hall with clock tower. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger
PMR-D3259 Czech Republic, Cheb: the wooden bridge across the River Ohre, reflected in the calm waters. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, Eger
PMR-D3258 Czech Republic, Cheb: inside the walls of the castle which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Eger, sculpture
PMR-D3257 Czech Republic, Cheb: towers of St. Nicholas' Church, originally Romanesque style, but rebuilt many times, from the top of the Black Tower. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Eger, Gothic, panorama
PMR-D3256 Czech Republic, Cheb: view from the top of the Black Tower of the unique Chapel of St. Erhard and Ursula, part Romanesque, part Gothic, within the walls of the castle which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Eger, panorama
PMR-D3255 Czech Republic, Cheb: column-head in the Romanesque crypt of the Chapel of St. Erhard and Ursula in the castle, which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179. The second floor is Gothic in style. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Eger, vault, columns
PMR-D3254 Czech Republic, Cheb: Romanesque crypt of the Chapel of St. Erhard and Ursula in the castle, which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179. The second floor is Gothic in style. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Eger, vault, columns
PMR-D3253 Czech Republic, Cheb: the Black Tower, rising above the walls of the castle which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179. Built of Black Basalt, the tower was fortified, with very thick walls and an entrance at first-floor level. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger, fortifications, buttresses
PMR-D3252 Czech Republic, Cheb: walls of the castle which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger, fortifications, buttresses
PMR-D3251 Czech Republic, Cheb: walls of the castle which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179, from the adjoining park. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger, fortifications, buttresses
PMR-D3250 Czech Republic, Cheb: the wooden bridge across the River Ohre, reflected in the calm waters. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger
PMR-D3249 Czech Republic, Cheb: walls of the castle which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger, fortifications, buttresses
PMR-D3248 Czech Republic, Cheb: late Gothic houses comprising the "Spalicek" Block in King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger
PMR-D3247 Czech Republic, Cheb: King Jiri (George)von Podebrady Square, with Hercules fountain and colourful merchants' houses. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger
PMR-D3246 Czech Republic, Cheb: King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square, with colourful merchants' houses. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger
PMR-D3245 Czech Republic, Cheb: King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square, with Roland fountain and colourful merchants' houses. Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger
PMR-D3164 Yellow Camomile (Anthemis tinctoria). Keywords: plants, ecology, nature, countryside, picturesque, botany, botanical, wild flowers
PMR-D3163 Lucerne (Medicago sativa). Keywords: plants, ecology, nature, countryside, picturesque, botany, botanical, wild flowers
PMR-D3162 Lucerne (Medicago sativa) and Yellow Camomile (Anthemis tinctoria). Keywords: plants, ecology, nature, countryside, picturesque, botany, botanical, wild flowers
PMR-D3161 Alpine Knapweed (Centaurea scabiosa) and Mountain Arnica (Arnica montana). Keywords: plants, ecology, nature, countryside, picturesque, botany, botanical, wild flowers
PMR-D3157 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Lautersee, with the Karwendel Mountains in the background. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, lake
PMR-D3165 Mountain Arnica (Arnica montana) and Viper's Bugloss (Echium vulgare). Keywords: plants, ecology, nature, countryside, picturesque, botany, botanical, wild flowers
PMR-D3160 Orchid flower on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D3159 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, picturesque, botany, botanical, plants, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, fragrant, horticultural, exotic
PMR-D3156 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Aposeris foetida on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3155 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Aposeris foetida on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3154 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: masses of Common Kidney-Vetch (Anthyllis vulneraria) and Birdseye Primroses (Primula farinosa) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3153 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Trumpet Gentians (Gentiana acaulis) in the middle of Birdseye Primroses (Primula farinosa) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3152 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Birdseye Primroses (Primula farinosa) with Bird's Foot Trefoil (Lotus corniculatus) and Mountain Avens (Dryas octopetala) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3151 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Birdseye Primrose (Primula farinosa) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3150 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Trumpet Gentians (Gentiana acaulis) in the middle of Birdseye Primroses (Primula farinosa) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3149 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Trumpet Gentians (Gentiana acaulis) and Spring Gentians (Gentiana verna) with Birdseye Primrose (Primula farinosa) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3148 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Common Butterwort (Pinguicula vulgaris) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3147 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Hochblassen (2707 metres) and Alpspitze (2628 metres) in the Wetterstein Mountains from Hoher Kranzberg (1391metres). Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3146 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Oxlip (Primula elatior) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3145 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Buckler Mustard (Biscutella laevigata) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3144 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Sword-leaved Helleborine (Cephalanthera longifolia) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D3143 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: view to the south, with the new developments in Jomtien in the distance, from Yensabai Condotel. Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: view to the south, with the new developments in Jomtien in the distance, from Yensabai Condotel. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D3142 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: view to the south-west, with the wooded hill on which Big Buddha is to be found, from Yensabai Condotel. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D3141 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: view to the north-west, with Pattaya Bay, from Yensabai Condotel. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D3116 The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: the picturesque Blanca Aurora River, upstream from the falls. Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, tropical forest, shingle, flowing water, colourful
PMR-D3115 The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: Blanca Aurora Falls. Springing over the falls into the pool is one way of keeping cool. Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, bathing, watersport, picturesque, rocks
PMR-D3054 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D3053 Orchid flower on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D3052 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D3051 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D3050 Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D3049 Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast. Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological
PMR-D3048 Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast. Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological
PMR-D3047 Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast. Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological
PMR-D3046 Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast. Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological
PMR-D3045 Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast. Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological
PMR-D3038 Cyprus, Limassol: a typical street in the old quarter. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, architecture, shops, picturesque
PMR-D3032 Cyprus, Paphos: grounded coaster at Sea Caves, near Coral Bay. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, landscape, geology, shipwreck, ship, aground
PMR-D3031 Cyprus, Paphos: Sea Caves, near Coral Bay. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, landscape, geology
PMR-D3029 Cyprus, Paphos: Paphos Castle dates back to Byzantine times, but has been rebuilt several times, lastly by the Turks. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortifications, defence
PMR-D3028 Cyprus, Paphos: Paphos Castle dates back to Byzantine times, but has been rebuilt several times, lastly by the Turks. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortifications, defence
PMR-D3026 Cyprus, Paphos: aerial view of Asprokremnos Dam and Reservoir. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, landscape, water storage
PMR-D3025 Cyprus, Paphos: aerial view of 33 wind turbines near the south coast. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, landscape, electricity, generators, propellers
PMR-D3024 Cyprus, Paphos: aerial view of Asprokremnos Dam and Reservoir. Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, landscape, water storage
PMR-D3023 England, Devon, Staverton: view from the Sea Trout Inn. Keywords: hotel, restaurant, country pub, good food, sea food, fish meals, picturesque, rural, cottages
PMR-D3018 England, Devon, Dartmouth: the Dart estuary, with part of the yacht marina. Keywords: picturesque, scenery, river, boats, moorings, landscape, autumn
PMR-D3017 England, Devon, Dartmouth: the Dart estuary. Keywords: picturesque, scenery, river, boats, moorings, landscape
PMR-D3014 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view from the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), looking south towards the Austrian Alps, with the Mangfall Mountains in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3013 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view from the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), looking south, with the snow-covered Austrian Alps in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3012 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view from the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), looking north-east, with Mangfall mountains in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3011 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view from the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), looking north towards Munich, with some of the antenna-aray. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3010 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view from the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with Biergarten and viewing platform. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3009 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: visitors admiring the view from the belvedere near the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3008 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view from the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with Biergarten and viewing platform. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3007 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: hostelry near the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3006 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with early snowfields. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3005 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with its BR radio transmission mast and early patches of snow. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3004 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: early snow in the autumn woods on Mount Wendelstein. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3003 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: chalet-style house with colourful display of geraniums, at the foot of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with snowy alps in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, dwelling, home, desirable residence
PMR-D3002 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: chalet-style house with colourful display of geraniums, at the foot of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, dwelling, home, desirable residence
PMR-D3001 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: outskirts of the village and surrounding meadows, from the lower slopes of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D3000 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: cows grazing peacefully in a meadow at the foot of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), seen through autumn foliage. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D2999 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), seen through autumn foliage. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D2998 Germany, Upper Bavaria: a pair of swans with cygnet. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, birds, ornithology, family, reflections
PMR-D2996 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schiebum: the River Ammer here must flow through a metre-wide strait. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, ecology, biotope, geology, rocky, riverbed, narrows
PMR-D2995 Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiking in the woods near Kreuth. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, woods, dappled, sunlight
PMR-D2994 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schiebum: the unique Schleierfälle (Bridal-veil Waterfalls) in the Ammer Valley are under state protection: chalky water, falling over the rocks, is filtered by luxuriant mosses, with the resultant continual build-up of the rock face. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, ecology, biotope, geology, natural phenomenon
PMR-D2993 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schiebum: the unique Schleierfälle (Bridal-veil Waterfalls) in the Ammer Valley are under state protection: chalky water, falling over the rocks, is filtered by luxuriant mosses, with the resultant continual build-up of the rock face. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, ecology, biotope, geology, natural phenomenon
PMR-D2992 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schiebum: the unique Schleierfälle (Bridal-veil Waterfalls) in the Ammer Valley are under state protection: chalky water, falling over the rocks, is filtered by luxuriant mosses, with the resultant continual build-up of the rock face. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, ecology, biotope, geology, natural phenomenon
PMR-D2991 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schiebum: a secluded stretch of the River Ammer which here flows between steep banks. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, ecology, biotope, geology, forest, conifers, woods
PMR-D2990 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schiebum: unique wall of luxuriant mosses in the Ammer Valley, fed by water seepage through porous limestone. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, ecology, biotope, geology
PMR-D2988 Netherlands, Volondam: private moorings stretch along the jetty of the harbour, backed by the picturesque gables of the promenade. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, colourful, port, boats, yachts, photogenic, reflections, resort
PMR-D2986 Netherlands, Volondam: private moorings stretch along the jetty of the harbour, backed by the picturesque gables of the promenade. Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, colourful, port, boats, yachts, photogenic, reflections, resort
PMR-D2985 Netherlands, Amsterdam, Zaandam: the pedestrian shopping precinct reflected in the water of the canal. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, Holland, reflections, town-planning
PMR-D2973 The Philippines, Samar Island: Veriato Waterfalls, with natural swimming pool. Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, geology, watersports, picturesque, bathing
PMR-D1687 Nepal, Dhulikhel: unrestored Newari architecture: finely carved window frames. Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1686 Nepal, Dhulikhel: unrestored Newari architecture in the town centre. Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1685 Nepal, Dhulikhel: traditional lion figure on a column in front of the Bhagwati Shiva Temple. Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1684 Nepal, Dhulikhel: Bhagwati Shiva Temple. Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1683 Nepal, Dhulikhel: unrestored historic housing. Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1682 Nepal, Dhulikhel: Silk Oak (Grevillea robusta) with orange flowers. Keywords: architecture, flora, flowering trees, trees, botanical, botany, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1681 Nepal, Dhulikhel: Silk Oak (Grevillea robusta) with orange flowers. Keywords: architecture, flora, flowering trees, trees, botanical, botany, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1680 Nepal, Dhulikhel: wash day at the local water pump (from Hotel Arniko). Nepal, Dhulikhel: washday at the local water pump. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1679 People's Republic of China, Tibet: first glimpse of the Himalayas from Kamba La (Pass)(4794m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1678 People's Republic of China, Tibet: the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra) Valley. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1677 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1676 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1675 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1674 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1673 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1672 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1671 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1670 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1669 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1668 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1667 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1666 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1665 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1664 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1663 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1662 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1661 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1660 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1659 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1658 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1657 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1656 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1655 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1654 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions. Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1653 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the kitchen of Drepung Monastery. At one time it catered to over 7000 monks. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1652 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: original monks' quarters in Drepung Monastery. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1651 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: rock paintings by the kora of Drepung Monastery, with the mantra "om mani padme hum" ("Hail to the jewell in the lotus") featuring prominently. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1650 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace at twilight, with reflections in the lake. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1649 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace at twilight, with reflections in the lake. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1648 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Kalsang Dekyil Palace, built in 1926 for the 13th Dalai Lama, in the Norbulingka. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1647 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Chensek Podrang, the Summer Palace of the 13th Dalai Lama, in the Norbulingka. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1646 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Oriental Turtle Dove (Streptopelia orientalis) in the Norbulingka. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion, ornithology, birds, fauna, wildlife
PMR-D1645 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Common Tern (Sterna hirundo) in the Norbulingka. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion, ornithology, birds, fauna, wildlife
PMR-D1644 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: temple reflected in the lake of the eighth Dalai Lama in the Norbulingka. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1643 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: temple reflected in the lake of the eighth Dalai Lama in the Norbulingka. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1642 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: temple reflected in the lake of the eighth Dalai Lama in the Norbulingka. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1641 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the New Summer Palace (Takten Migyu Potrang) of the 14th Dalai Lama, in the Norbulingka, with artistic flower displays. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1640 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the New Summer Palace (Takten Migyu Potrang) of the 14th Dalai Lama, in the Norbulingka, with artistic flower displays. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1639 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the New Summer Palace (Takten Migyu Potrang) of the 14th Dalai Lama, in the Norbulingka, with artistic flower displays. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1638 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: royal viewing pavilion for open-air performances in the Norbulingka. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1637 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: alleyway leading to the Norbulingka. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1636 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: alleyway leading to the Norbulingka. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1635 People's Republic of China. Tibet, Tsetang: mural of mandala-shaped Samye Monastery in Tsetang Hotel. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1634 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: a battery of sewing machine operators offer their services in the pedestrian zone. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1633 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: a street in the old quarter with the red-painted Tsetang Monastery in the background. Note the photo-voltaic street lighting. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1632 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: typical Tibetan houses in the old quarter with stocks of firewood on the roof. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1631 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: young Tibetan girl. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1630 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: shy young Tibetan girls in the old quarter. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1629 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: young Tibetan girls on the way home from school. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1628 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: typical Tibetan houses in the old quarter with stocks of firewood on the roof. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1627 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: livestock live on the streets or in back yards in the old quarter. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1626 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: typical colourful doorway to a Tibetan house in the old quarter. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1599 Nepal, Kathmandu: the old quarter from Kantipath Road. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1598 Nepal, Kathmandu: Rani Pokhari ("Queen's Pool"), laid out in 1667, with clocktower (left) and Shiva Temple (right). Keywords: architecture, colourful, Asian, religion, Hindu, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1597 Nepal, Kathmandu: folklore dancers at the Hotel Shankar. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, pretty girls
PMR-D1596 Nepal, Kathmandu: folklore singer at the Hotel Shankar. Keywords: architecture, pretty girls, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1595 Nepal, Kathmandu: gardens of the Hotel Shankar. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1594 Nepal, Kathmandu: swimming pool of the Hotel Shankar. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1593 Nepal, Patan: old wooden carvings on the gallery of an inner court. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1592 Nepal, Patan: a group of Buddhists singing (prayers?) round an open fire on the street. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1591 Nepal, Patan: preparations for the Rato Machendranath (Patron Saint of Kathmandu Valley) Jatra Festival, for which a 15m-high tower of bamboo poles is towed precariously through the streets on a massive wooden wagon. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Hindu, religion, Asian, colourful
PMR-D1590 Nepal, Patan: preparations for the Rato Machendranath (Patron Saint of Kathmandu Valley) Jatra Festival, for which a 15m-high tower of bamboo poles is towed precariously through the streets on a massive wooden wagon. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Hindu, religion, Asian, colourful
PMR-D1589 Nepal, Patan: Durbar Square, with stone Krishna Temple (1723), Taleju Bell (1737), and Hari Shankar Temple (1704), and the King's Palace complex on the right. Keywords: architecture, colourful, religion, Asian, Hindu, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1588 Nepal, Patan: Durbar Square, with stone-built Cyasilim Deval (Krishna) Temple (1723) in the foreground and the King's Palace complex to the right. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Hindu, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical
PMR-D1587 Nepal, Kathmandu: Pashupatinath Hindu Temple Complex, bisected by the vestigial River Bagmati where the holy cows wander freely, with bodies being burnt on the Ghat. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, Hindu
PMR-D1586 Nepal, Kathmandu: Pashupatinath Hindu Temple Complex, bisected by the vestigial River Bagmati. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, Hindu
PMR-D1585 Nepal, Kathmandu: Gompa (Buddhist Monastery) adjoining the Bodhnath Stupa. The monks are mainly Tibetan at this stupa. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1584 Nepal, Kathmandu: ornate incense burner and prayer flags on the platform of the Bodhnath Stupa. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1583 Nepal, Kathmandu: part of the kora around the Bodhnath Stupa, lined with shops selling religious souvenirs and offerings. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1582 Nepal, Kathmandu: Buddha shrine in the temple at Bodhnath Stupa. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1581 Nepal, Kathmandu: Buddhist monks in the temple at Bodhnath, chanting prayers to the accompanyment of a drum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1580 Nepal, Kathmandu: Bodhnath Stupa, 40 metres wide and dating from the 7th century, is one of the most revered Buddhist shrines in Nepal. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1579 Nepal, Kathmandu, Budhanilakantha: religious offerings for sale near the Vishnu shrine. Keywords: architecture, Hindu, religion, colourful, Asian, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1578 Nepal, Kathmandu, Budhanilakantha: Vishnu shrine near to the entrance to the temple. Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1577 Nepal, Kathmandu, Budhanilakantha: pavement seller of coloured powders as shrine offerings. Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1576 Nepal, Kathmandu, Budhanilakantha: Puja ceremony, with Vishnu lying on a bed formed by the giant 11-headed serpent Ananta, "the endless", in the middle of the cosmic ocean. The bed is 4.5m long, hewn from a single block of stone, and dates from 7th century. Here, Hindus make offerings to the sleeping Vishnu as part of the Puja ceremony. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1575 Nepal, Kathmandu, Budhanilakantha: pilgrims with offerings queuing up to take part in the Puja ceremony. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, Hindu
PMR-D1574 Nepal, Kathmandu, Budhanilakantha: Hindu shrine with bronze bell, covered with colour-offerings. Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1573 Nepal, Kathmandu, Budhanilakantha: busy Hindu shrine with butter lamps and other offerings. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, Hindu
PMR-D1572 Nepal, Kathmandu, Budhanilakantha: busy Hindu shrine with butter lamps and other offerings. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, Hindu
PMR-D1571 Nepal, Kathmandu, Budhanilakantha: young Nepalis making offerings at a Hindu shrine. Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1570 Nepal, Kathmandu, Budhanilakantha: Puja ceremony, with Vishnu lying on a bed formed by the giant 11-headed serpent Ananta, "the endless", in the middle of the cosmic ocean. The bed is 4.5m long, hewn from a single block of stone, and dates from 7th century. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Hindu, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1569 Nepal, Kathmandu, Budhanilakantha: religious offerings for sale near the Vishnu shrine. Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1568 Nepal, Kathmandu: a youthful street demonstration. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1567 Nepal: Buddha "World Peace Pond" on Swayambhunath Hill, about 2 kilometres out of Kathmandu. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1566 Nepal: Swayambhunath Stupa, which stands on a hill 2 kilometres out of Kathmandu, with all-seeing eyes of Buddha on the "Harmika". Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1565 Nepal, Kathmandu: one of the monkeys which frequent the Swayambhunath Hill. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1564 Nepal: view of Kathmandu from Swayambhunath Hill. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1563 Nepal: view of Kathmandu from Swayambhunath Hill. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1562 Nepal: Swayambhunath Stupa, on its hill about 2 kilometres out of Kathmandu, was founded before 1129. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1561 Nepal, Kathmandu: window in the Kumari Bahal (Palace) where the "Living Goddess" occasionally shows herself. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1560 Nepal, Kathmandu: Basantapur Square, from Basantapur Tower in the King's Palace. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1559 Nepal, Kathmandu: statue of King Pratap Malla with his four sons on a column in Durbar Square, with the Jagannath Temple in the background. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1558 Nepal, Kathmandu: (from right) Basantapur Tower, Kirtipur Tower and Bhaktapur Tower, from Nasal Chowk (Courtyard) in the King's Palace, with the coronation dais to the right. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1557 Nepal, Kathmandu: coronation dais in Nasal Chowk (Courtyard) of the King's Palace, with Pancha Mukhi Hanuman Tower behind. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1556 Nepal, Kathmandu: corner of Lohan Chowk (Courtyard), with Bhaktapur Tower, in the King's Palace. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
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-D1554 Nepal, Kathmandu: Kumari Chowk (Courtyard) of the Kumari Bahal, where the "Living Goddess" resides. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1553 Nepal, Kathmandu: Basantapur Square, with Basantapur Tower and Patan Tower of the King's Palace. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1552 Nepal, Bhaktapur: typical, modern, carved door which would allegedly cost about 400 Euros to purchase. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1551 Nepal, Bhaktapur: wells supply water for those not connected to the water mains. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1550 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Thangka painting school. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1549 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Potters' Square, long established centre of production for clay pots. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1548 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Potters' Square, long established centre of production for clay pots. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1547 Nepal, Bhaktapur: a street scene in the old quarter. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1546 Nepal, Bhaktapur: view of Taumadhi Tol (Square) from the steps of Nyatapola Temple. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1545 Nepal, Bhaktapur: an exhaustive display of souvenirs in Taumadhi Tol (Square). Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1544 Nepal, Bhaktapur: coppersmith's shop in Taumadhi Tol (Square). Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1543 Nepal, Bhaktapur: the 5-roofed Nyatapola Temple, at 30 metres, the highest in the Kathmandu Valley, in Taumadhi Tol (Square). 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-D1541 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Siddhi Lakshmi Temple (1696) in Durbar Square. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1540 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Fasidega Temple of Shiva in Durbar Square. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1539 Nepal, Bhaktapur: stone figures on the steps of the Siddhi Lakshmi Temple (1696) in Durbar Square. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1538 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Siddhi Lakshmi Temple (1696) in Durbar Square. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1537 Nepal, Bhaktapur: erotic wooden carvings on Yaksheswor Mahadev Temple in Durbar Square. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1536 Nepal, Bhaktapur: erotic wooden carvings on Yaksheswor Mahadev Temple in Durbar Square. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1535 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Vatsala Temple (1672) with its Taleju Bell (right) in Durbar Square. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1534 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Vatsala Temple and Chayasilin Mandap, from the steps of Siddhi Lakshmi Temple in Durbar Square. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1533 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Durbar Square, with bronze lions defending Chayasilin Mandap, and statue of King Bhupatindra Malla on its column (erected by his son). Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1532 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Durbar Square, with Rameshwor and Krishna Temples, arched entry gate, and National Art Gallery with twin stone lions. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1531 Nepal, Bhaktapur: bronze lions guarding the Chayasilin Mandap Shrine in Durbar Square, with the Krishna Temple in the background. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1530 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Naga Pokharil swimming pool with bronze cobras, in the royal palace. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1529 Nepal, Bhaktapur: carved wooden gate with nagas and guardian figures in Durbar Square, Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1528 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Rameshwor (Shiva) Temple and Krishna Temple in Durbar Square. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1527 Nepal, Bhaktapur: Rameshwor Temple, dedicated to Shiva, in Durbar Square. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1526 Nepal: red earth cultivation terraces in the lower Po Chu Valley. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1525 Nepal: Banyan tree growing on a large boulder in the Po Chu River. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1524 Nepal: leaving the "Last Resort" Campsite on the suspension bridge. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1523 Nepal: village woman returning after field work, with the campsite in the background. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1522 Nepal: two teenage Hindu girls from the local village. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1521 Nepal: two teenage Hindu girls from the local village. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1520 Nepal: colourful villager. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1519 Nepal: dwelling houses and cultivation terraces in the Po Chu Valley. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1518 Nepal: winnowing corn in the local village. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1517 Nepal: winnowing corn in the local village. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1516 Nepal: the Friendship Highway in the Po Chu Valley with cultivation terraces in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1515 Nepal: corn on the threshing floor in the local village. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1514 Nepal: view of "Last Resort" Campsite from above, with local village in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1513 Nepal: view of Po Chu Gorge from the suspension bridge. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1512 Nepal: crossing the suspension bridge to the "Last Resort" Campsite. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1511 Nepal: crossing the suspension bridge to the "Last Resort" Campsite. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1510 Nepal: bungee jumper in the Po Chu Gorge, using the suspension bridge to "Last Resort" Campsite. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1509 Nepal: close view of the wild bees' nests hanging on the cliff face in the Po Chu Valley. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1508 Nepal: wild bees' nests hanging on the cliff face in the Po Chu Valley. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1507 Nepal: waterfall in the Po Chu Valley. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1506 Nepal: the Friendship Highway follows the river along the Po Chu Valley. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1505 Nepal, Kodari: tour bus, parked in Kodari, after crossing the Friendship Bridge on the Tibetan border. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1504 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Zhangmu: view of part of the town, in the Po Chu Valley, looking towards Nepal, from hotel window. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1503 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Zhangmu: view of part of the town, in the Po Chu Valley, from hotel window. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1502 People's Republic of China, Tibet: the Friendship Highway loses 3000 metres of height along the Po Chu Gorge before the Nepal border. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1501 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Zhonggang: young Tibetans. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains, toddlers
PMR-D1500 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Zhonggang: young Tibetans. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains, toddlers
PMR-D1499 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Zhonggang: young Tibetans. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains, toddlers
PMR-D1498 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan houses in Zhonggang. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1497 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Zhonggang, on the floor of the valley, from the Friendship Highway. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1496 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan houses in Zhonggang. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1495 People's Republic of China, Tibet: sunshine reflecting on a snow-covered peak, from Lalung La (Pass)(5050m) Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1494 People's Republic of China, Tibet: sunshine reflecting on a snow-covered peak, from Lalung La (Pass)(5050m) Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1493 People's Republic of China, Tibet: sunshine reflecting on a snow-covered peak, from Lalung La (Pass)(5050m) Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1492 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Lobuche Kang Massif (Labujikang) (7367m) from Lalung La (Pass)(5050m.) Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1491 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Lobuche Kang Massif (Labujikang) (7367m) from Lalung La (Pass)(5050m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1490 People's Republic of China, Tibet: souvenir stall on Lalung La (Pass)(5050m.) with Lobuche Kang Massif (Labujikang) (7367m) in the background. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains
PMR-D1489 People's Republic of China, Tibet: shrine on Lalung La (Pass)(5050m.) with snow-covered Himalayas in the background. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1488 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Lobuche Kang (Labujikang) Massif (7367m.) from Lalung La (Pass)(5050m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1487 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Shisha Pangma (8027m.) from Lalung La (Pass)(5050m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1486 People's Republic of China, Tibet: prayer flags on Lalung La (Pass)(5050m.) with the Lobuche Kang Massif 7367m) in the distance. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1485 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Lobuche Kang II (7072m.) from Lalung La (Pass)(5050m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1484 People's Republic of China, Tibet: souvenir stall on Lalung La (Pass)(5050m.) with snow-covered Himalayas in the distance. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1483 People's Republic of China, Tibet: snow-covered peak, approaching Lalung La (Pass). Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1482 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Gyachung Kang (7952m.), Cho Oyu (8153m.) Nangpai Gosum (7351m.) and Jobo Rabzang (7666m.) from the High Plateau near Tingri. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1481 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Cho Oyu (8153m.) and Nangpai Gosum (7351m.) with part ofTingri in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1480 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Cho Oyu (8153m.) and Nangpai Gosum (7351m.) from Tingri. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1479 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan houses not far from Shegar. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1478 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan houses not far from Shegar. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1477 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan houses not far from Shegar. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1476 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mountain scenery near Shegar. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1475 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mountain scenery near Shegar. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1474 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shegar/Shekar: close-up view of Chode Monastery (1269) on its cliff, from the town. Keywords: architecture, mountains, Shekar, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1473 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shegar/Shekar: view of Chode Monastery (1269) on its cliff, from the town. Keywords: architecture, mountains, Shekar, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1472 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shegar/Shekar: ladies of the town enjoying the sunshine. Keywords: architecture, Shekar, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1471 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shegar/Shekar: colourful chapel with prayer drums at the foot of the path up to Chöde Monastery. Keywords: architecture, Shekar, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1469 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shegar/Shekar: view of the town and its river from Chöde Monastery. Keywords: architecture, Shekar, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1468 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shegar/Shekar: view of the town and surrounding mountains from the Chode Monastery. Keywords: architecture, Shekar, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1467 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mural showing Shegar/Shekar Chode Monastery (1269) and the Dzong in their former glory. Keywords: architecture, Shekar, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1466 People's Republic of China, Tibet: the prayer hall of Shegar/Shekar Chode Monastery (1269). Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, Shekar
PMR-D1465 People's Republic of China,Tibet: a shrine in Shegar/ Shekar Chode Monastery (1269). Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, Shekar
PMR-D1464 People's Republic of China, Tibet: the courtyard of Shegar/Shekar Chode Monastery (1269) with prayer pole and view of the Dzong on its pinnacle in the background. Keywords: architecture, mountains, Shekar, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1463 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan house near Shegar, with dung stored on the walls and firewood on the roof. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1462 People's Republic of China, Tibet: serpentine road and mountain scenery on the way down to the Friendship Highway from Passum, with Tibetan village on the left. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1461 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mountain scenery on the way down to the Friendship Highway from Passum. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1460 People's Republic of China, Tibet: twisted layers of volcanic rock on the road down to the Friendship Highway from Passum. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, geology, geological
PMR-D1459 People's Republic of China, Tibet: serpentine road leading down to the Friendship Highway from Passum. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1458 People's Republic of China, Tibet: surface humus layer breaking up in a permafrost area. It takes about 60 years to reform. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1457 People's Republic of China, Tibet: view of the Himalayas from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.), with prayer flags in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1456 People's Republic of China, Tibet: view of the Himalayas from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.), with prayer flags in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1455 People's Republic of China, Tibet: abandoned Tibetan mud-brick dwellings near Passum. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1454 People's Republic of China, Tibet: eroded mountain scenery on the road from Everest Base Camp. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, geology, geological
PMR-D1453 People's Republic of China, Tibet: eroded mountain scenery on the road from Everest Base Camp. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, geology, geological
PMR-D1452 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan houses in barren surroundings near Passum. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1451 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan houses in Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1450 People's Republic of China, Tibet: part of the family of the manager of Qomolangma Yak Hotel in Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1449 People's Republic of China, Tibet: early morning sunlight on Mount Everest, seen from Qomolangma Yak Hotel in Passum. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1448 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mine host playing Tibetan 3-stringed guitar in Qomolangma Yak Hotel in Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1447 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mine host playing Tibetan 3-stringed guitar in Qomolangma Yak Hotel in Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1446 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mountain scenery near Everest Base Camp. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1445 People's Republic of China, Tibet: summit of Mount Everest/ Qomolangma (8848m.) and Lhotse (8510m.) from the Base Camp (5200m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1444 People's Republic of China, Tibet: grazing dzo by eroding cliffs near Everest Base Camp. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1443 People's Republic of China, Tibet: waiting for the shuttle bus to return to Base Camp from the forward position. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1442 People's Republic of China, Tibet: "blonde" dzo grazing at Everest Base Camp. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1441 People's Republic of China, Tibet: a group of dzo grazing at Everest Base Camp. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1440 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Mount Everest/ Qomolangma (8848m.) with Rongphu Glacier and the Base Camp, with prayer flags in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1439 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Mount Everest/ Qomolangma (8848m.) with Rongphu Glacier and the Base Camp. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1438 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Summit of Mount Everest/Qomolangma (8848m.) from the Base Camp (5200m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1437 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Mount Everest/ Qomolangma (8848m.) from the Base Camp (5200m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1436 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Mount Everest/ Qomolangma (8848m.) with Rongphu Glacier and the Base Camp. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1435 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Brandt's Mountain Finch (Leucosticte brandti) at Everest Base Camp (5200m.) Keywords: architecture, fauna, wildlife, birds, ornithology, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1434 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Rongphu/Rongbuck Monastery, at 4980 metres, the highest in the world. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1433 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Mount Everest/ Qomolangma (8848m.) from the Base Camp (5200m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1432 People's Republic of China, Tibet: a fully laden caravan of yaks/dzo near Passum. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1431 People's Republic of China, Tibet: unusual patterns of erosion on a rock face near Passum. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, geology, geological
PMR-D1430 People's Republic of China, Tibet: a span of dzo in Passum. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1429 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan house in Passum. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1428 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan house in Passum. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1427 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan houses, not far from Shegar. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1426 People's Republic of China, Tibet: shepherds with flock of sheep in a barren landscape on the road to Everest Base Camp. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1425 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Rotel bus emerging from a tunnel on the road to Everest Base Camp. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1424 People's Republic of China, Tibet: a rock cutting on the road to Everest Base Camp, a Chinese engineering feat. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1423 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Rotel bus waiting to enter tunnel, on the road to Everest Base Camp. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1422 People's Republic of China, Tibet: the road to Everest Base Camp, a Chinese engineering feat. Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1421 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Cho Oyu Massif (8201m) from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1420 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Mount Everest/ Qomolangma (8848m.) from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1419 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Mount Everest/ Qomolangma (8848m.) from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1418 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Mount Everest/ Qomolangma (8848m.) from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.) Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1417 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Mount Everest/ Qomolangma (8848m.) from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1416 People's Republic of China, Tibet: serpentine road leading to Everest Base Camp, with Himalayas in the distance. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion, mountains
PMR-D1415 People's Republic of China, Tibet: serpentine road leading to Everest Base Camp, with Everest in the distance. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1414 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Mount Everest/ Qomolangma (8848m.) from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1413 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Cho Oyu Massif (8201m) from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1412 People's Republic of China, Tibet: view of the Himalayas from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.), with prayer flags in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1411 People's Republic of China, Tibet: stone tablet with mountain panorama in Tibetan, Chinese and English, with Everest/Qomolangma in the distance, from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1410 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Mount Everest (8848m.) with summit obscured by cloud, from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1409 People's Republic of China, Tibet: view of the Himalayas from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1408 People's Republic of China, Tibet: part of the Cho Oyu Massif which reaches 8201m, from Pang La (Pass)(5150m.) Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1407 People's Republic of China, Tibet: serpentine road and mountain scenery on the road to Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1406 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mountain scenery on the road to Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1405 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mountain scenery on the road to Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1404 People's Republic of China, Tibet: serpentine road and mountain scenery on the road to Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1403 People's Republic of China, Tibet: serpentine road and mountain scenery on the road to Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1402 People's Republic of China, Tibet: serpentine road and mountain scenery on the road to Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1401 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mountain scenery on the road to Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1400 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mountain scenery on the road to Passum, with Tibetan village in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1399 People's Republic of China, Tibet: check point and entry to Everest/Qomolangma Nature Reserve. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1398 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mountain scenery on the road to Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1397 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mountain scenery on the road to Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1396 People's Republic of China, Tibet: mountain scenery on the road to Passum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1395 People's Republic of China, Tibet: barren river valley, approaching Shegar. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1394 People's Republic of China, Tibet: prayer-flag-festooned entry to the Everest/Qomolangma National Nature Preserve. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1393 People's Republic of China, Tibet: souvenirs on offer on the Lhakpa La (Pass)(5248m.) Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1392 People's Republic of China, Tibet: marker stone on the Lhakpa La (Pass)(5248m.) with prayer flags. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1391 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Rufous-necked Snowfinch (Montifringilla ruficollis) on Lhakpa La (Pass) (5248m.) Keywords: architecture, fauna, wildlife, birds, ornithology, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1390 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Rufous-necked Snowfinch (Montifringilla ruficollis) on Lhakpa La (Pass) (5248m.) Keywords: architecture, fauna, wildlife, birds, ornithology, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1389 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Rufous-necked Snowfinch (Montifringilla ruficollis) on Lhakpa La (Pass) (5248m.) Keywords: architecture, fauna, wildlife, birds, ornithology, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1388 People's Republic of China, Tibet: dating from 1268, Sakya Monastery is surrounded by high defence walls with towers at each corner. Sakya was the capital of Tibet from 1268 to 1354, thanks to an alliance with the Mongol Khans. View of the northern monastery buildings, largely reduced to ruins during the Cultural Revolution, hitherto one of the largest monasteries in Tibet. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1387 People's Republic of China, Tibet: dating from 1268, Sakya Monastery is surrounded by high defence walls with towers at each corner. Sakya was the capital of Tibet from 1268 to 1354, thanks to an alliance with the Mongol Khans. View of the outer courtyard from the high defence walls. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1386 People's Republic of China, Tibet: dating from 1268, Sakya Monastery is surrounded by high defence walls with towers at each corner. Sakya was the capital of Tibet from 1268 to 1354, thanks to an alliance with the Mongol Khans. View of the colourfully decorated inner courtyard with well. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1385 People's Republic of China, Tibet: dating from 1268, Sakya Monastery is surrounded by high defence walls with towers at each corner. Sakya was the capital of Tibet from 1268 to 1354, thanks to an alliance with the Mongol Khans. This building is painted in the traditional Sakya colours - ash grey, with red and white vertical lines. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1384 People's Republic of China, Tibet: dating from 1268, Sakya Monastery is surrounded by high defence walls with towers at each corner. Sakya was the capital of Tibet from 1268 to 1354, thanks to an alliance with the Mongol Khans. View of the outer courtyard with incense burner. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1383 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Tsuo La (Pass)(4500m.), approaching Lhatse, festooned with prayer flags. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1382 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Chinese monument on the Friendship Highway marking 5000 kilometres from Peking. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1381 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan house on a barren hillside, near Lhatse. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1380 People's Republic of China, Tibet: typical Tibetan farmhouse with stock, near Lhatse. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1379 People's Republic of China, Tibet: highly eroded hills of schist, near Lhatse. Keywords: architecture, geological, geology, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1378 People's Republic of China, Tibet: cultivated land with irregation channel near Lhatse. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1377 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse: view of the modern town from the kora of the monastery. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1376 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse: the Dzong was formerly the residence of the kings of Tsang, but was largely destroyed during the Cultural Revolution. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1375 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse, Tashilhunpo Monastery: view of the monastery buildings and part of the town, from the kora. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1374 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse, Tashilhunpo Monastery: pilgrims on the kora, with the huge wall for displaying thangkas, and the monastery buildings below. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1373 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse, Tashilhunpo Monastery: monastery buildings, seen from the kora. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1372 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse, Tashilhunpo Monastery: prayer drums on the kora, with pilgrims. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1371 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse, Tashilhunpo Monastery: view from the kora with prayer flags. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1370 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse, Tashilhunpo Monastery: prayer drums on the kora, with pilgrims. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1369 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse, Tashilhunpo Monastery: prayer drums on the kora. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1368 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse, Tashilhunpo Monastery: typical street in the monastery compound. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1367 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse, Tashilhunpo Monastery: two chedis and an incense burner. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1366 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse: entance to Tashilhunpo Monastery, with prayer flags covering the mountainside behind. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1365 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shigatse: bronze figure of a tourist with camera in front of the entrance to Tashilhunpo Monastery. 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-D1363 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: Pelkor Chode Monastery, Dorje Ying Lhakhang (Vajradhatu Chapel): original Buddha murals from the time the monastery was established. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful
PMR-D1362 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: Pelkor Chode Monastery, Dorje Ying Lhakhang (Vajradhatu Chapel): ancient (Newari?) figure of Amitayus (?), the Buddha of longevity, with dancers and musicians to the sides. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful
PMR-D1361 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: Pelkor Chode Monastery, Dorje Ying Lhakhang (Vajradhatu Chapel): ancient (Newari?) figure of Sakyamuni Buddha with dancers and musicians to the sides. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful
PMR-D1360 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: Pelkor Chode Monastery, Dorje Ying Lhakhang (Vajradhatu Chapel): ancient (Newari?) figures of female deities. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful
PMR-D1359 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: the 14th century Dzong, and Pelkor Chode Monastery buildings. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1358 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: Pelkor Chode Monastery (1418), with thangka wall in the background. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1357 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: the 14th century Dzong, and Pelkor Chode Monastery buildings. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1356 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse, Pelkor Chode Monastery: throned deity in one of the chapels of the Kumbum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1355 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse, Pelkor Chode Monastery: six-armed deity in one of the chapels of the Kumbum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1354 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse, Pelkor Chode Monastery: protector deity in one of the chapels of the Kumbum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1353 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse, Pelkor Chode Monastery: protector deity in one of the chapels of the Kumbum. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1352 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: the famous Kumbum (1427), 35 metres high, with 77 chapels on 6 floors. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1351 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: Pelkor Chode Monastery, Maitreya Lhakhang (Chapel): ancient (Newari?) figure of Matreya (Jamba, the Future Buddha). Keywords: architecture, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1350 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: Pelkor Chode Monastery, Maitreya Lhakhang (Chapel): original murals from the time of the establishment of the monastery. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1349 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: Pelkor Chode Monastery, Maitreya Lhakhang (Chapel): ancient (Newari?) figures of the three Dhama Kings of Tibet: Songtsen Gampo, Tisong Detsen and Ralpacen, with part of the library. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1348 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: Pelkor Chode Monastery, Maitreya Lhakhang (Chapel): ancient (Newari?) figure of Manjushri, Bothisattva of Wisdom. Keywords: architecture, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1347 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: Pelkor Chode Monastery, Maitreya Lhakhang (Chapel): ancient (Newari?) figures: Atisha Dipamkara Shrijnana (982-1054), Karmalashila (ca.713-763), and Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche). Keywords: architecture, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1346 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: prayers at Pelkor Chode Monastery, with drum accompanyment. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1345 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: colourful stucco work on the upper "drum" of the Kumbum, Pelkor Chode Monastery. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1344 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: Kumbum (1427) in Pelkor Chode Monastery. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1343 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: courtyard of Pelkor Chode Monastery, with incense burner. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1342 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: Pelkor Chode Monastery (1418), with enclosing-wall in the background. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1341 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: prayer drums in Pelkor Chode Monastery (1418), with Kumbum in the background. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1340 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: proud mother. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1339 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Gyantse: modern (Chinese) shops lining the main street. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1338 People's Republic of China, Tibet: dammed river Nyang Chhu, approaching Gyantse. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1337 People's Republic of China, Tibet: dammed river Nyang Chhu, approaching Gyantse. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1336 People's Republic of China, Tibet: dammed river Nyang Chhu, approaching Gyantse. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1335 People's Republic of China, Tibet: summit of Najin Kangsang (7191m.) from Karo La (Pass)(5045m.). Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1334 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Najin Kangsang (7191m.) from Karo La (Pass)(5045m.). Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1333 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Brandt's Mountain Finch (Leucosticte brandti) on Karo La (Pass)(5045m.). Keywords: architecture, fauna, wildlife, birds, ornithology, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1332 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Brandt's Mountain Finch (Leucosticte brandti) on Karo La (Pass)(5045m.). Keywords: architecture, fauna, wildlife, birds, ornithology, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1331 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Brandt's Mountain Finch (Leucosticte brandti) on Karo La (Pass)(5045m.). Keywords: architecture, fauna, wildlife, birds, ornithology, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1330 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Najin Kangsang (7191m.) from Karo La (Pass)(5045m.), with prayer flags and Rotel bus. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1329 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Najin Kangsang (7191m.) from Karo La (Pass)(5045m.). Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1328 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Himalayan Blue Sheep or Bharal (Pseudois nayaur). Keywords: architecture, fauna, animals, wildlife, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
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
PMR-D1326 People's Republic of China, Tibet: grazing sheep near to Yamdrok.tso (4488m.). Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1325 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yamdrok.tso (4488m.), a dazzling turquoise lake, with snow-covered Himalayas in the distance. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1324 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yamdrok.tso (4488m.), a dazzling turquoise lake, with stone cairns and prayer flags in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1323 People's Republic of China, Tibet: a 5000-metre snow-covered peak from Yamdrok.tso. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1322 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yamdrok.tso (4488m.), a dazzling turquoise lake, with the snow-covered Himalayas behind. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1321 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yamdrok.tso (4488m.), a dazzling turquoise lake, with the snow-covered Himalayas behind. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1320 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yamdrok.tso (4488m.), a dazzling turquoise lake. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1319 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yamdrok.tso (4488m.), a dazzling turquoise lake. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1318 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yamdrok.tso (4488m.), a dazzling turquoise lake. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1317 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yamdrok.tso (4488m.), a dazzling turquoise lake. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1316 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yamdrok.tso (4488m.), a dazzling turquoise lake. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1315 People's Republic of China, Tibet: descent from Kamba La (Pass)(4794m.) with the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra) Valley below. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1314 People's Republic of China, Tibet: descent from Kamba La (Pass)(4794m.) Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1313 People's Republic of China, Tibet: descent from Kamba La (Pass)(4794m.) Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1312 People's Republic of China, Tibet: ascent to Kamba La (Pass)(4794m.) with the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra) Valley below. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1311 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: shopfront display of an exotic fungal root/mummified catapillar, Ophiocordyceps sinensis ("yartse gompu" in Tibetan), currently in great demand for medicinal purposes. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1310 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: view of Potala Palace from the park lake, with reflections. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1309 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: view of Potala Palace from Potala Square. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1308 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: view of Potala Palace from the formal gardens. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1307 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: at Sera Monastery youngsters "blessed" by the Lama receive a dab of soot on the nose. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1306 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: telephoto view of Potala Palace from Sera Monastery.. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1305 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: at Sera Monastery student monks engage in al fresco debates from 15.30 to 16.00 daily in the debating courtyard. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1304 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: at Sera Monastery student monks engage in al fresco debates from 15.30 to 16.00 daily in the debating courtyard. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1303 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: at Sera Monastery student monks engage in al fresco debates from 15.30 to 16.00 daily in the debating courtyard. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1302 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: at Sera Monastery student monks engage in al fresco debates from 15.30 to 16.00 daily. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1301 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: at Sera Monastery youngsters "blessed" by the Lama receive a dab of soot on the nose. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1300 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Sera Monastery, founded in 1419. Its five Gelugpa colleges of instruction are now reduced to three. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1299 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: entrance gate to Sera Monastery, founded in 1419. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1298 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Drepung Monastery, seat of the Dalai Lamas until the fifth moved to Potala Palace in 1649, and once home to 7000+ monks. The tombs of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Dalai Lamas are to be found in Drepung. The monastery extends up a steep hillside. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1297 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Drepung Monastery, seat of the Dalai Lamas until the fifth moved to Potala Palace in 1649, and once home to 7000+ monks. The tombs of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Dalai Lamas are to be found in Drepung. View of the monks' quarters. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1296 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: monks grinding corn in Drepung Monastery. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1295 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Drepung Monastery, seat of the Dalai Lamas until the fifth moved to Potala Palace in 1649, and once home to 7000+ monks. The tombs of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Dalai Lamas are to be found in Drepung. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1294 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a monk forming clay vessels in Drepung Monastery. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1293 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the kitchen of Drepung Monastery. At one time it catered to over 7000 monks. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1292 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace at night, with reflections in the lake. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1291 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace at night, floodlit. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1290 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace at twilight, with reflections in the lake. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1289 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace at twilight, with reflections in the lake. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1288 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the Golden Yak, a local landmark. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1287 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Chinese models, posing in front of Potala Palace. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1286 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: start of the market area on Mentsikhang Lam, which is lined with vendors' stalls. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1285 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: followers prostrating themselves in front of the Jokhang shrine. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1284 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: pilgrims walking round the Barkhor kora of the Jokhang. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1283 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: pilgrims walking round the Barkhor kora of the Jokhang. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1282 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: pilgrims walking round the Barkhor kora of the Jokhang. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1281 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: pilgrims walking round the Barkhor kora of the Jokhang. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1280 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: pilgrims walking round the Barkhor kora of the Jokhang, giving alms. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1279 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: pilgrims walking round the Barkhor kora of the Jokhang. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1278 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the Jokhang, dating from the 7th century, contains the most revered Budda image in all Tibet, the Jowo Sakymuni. Here: part of the colourful cloisters. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1277 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the Jokhang, dating from the 7th century, contains the most revered Budda image in all Tibet, the Jowo Sakymuni. Here: the upper storey and golden roof, from the courtyard. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1276 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the spokes of the Wheel of Law represent the 8 parts of the Noble Eightfold Path (on the roof of the Jokhang). Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1275 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: golden roof of the Jokhang with snow-covered Himalayas in the background. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1274 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: view of Potala Palace from the roof of the Jokhang. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1273 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the Jokhang, dating from the 7th century, contains the most revered Budda image in all Tibet, the Jowo Sakymuni. Here: the central courtyard, seen from the roof. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1272 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: view of Potala Palace from the roof of the Jokhang, with prayer pole in the foreground.. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1271 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the Jokhang, dating from the 7th century, contains the most revered Budda image in all Tibet, the Jowo Sakymuni. Here: the central courtyard, with golden figures on the roof holding strings of bells. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1270 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1269 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Tibetan pilgrims making offerings at a shrine in the wall of Potala Palace. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1268 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Here: view of Lhasa, which now has more than one million inhabitants, from the walls Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1267 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Here: Tibetan pilgrims leaving the palace. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1266 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Here: coin offerings, glued to a tree trunk. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1265 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Here: view of Lhasa, which now has more than one million inhabitants, from the walls Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1264 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Here: the White Palace from the courtyard (Deyang Shar), the living quarters of the Dalai Lamas. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1263 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Here: the White Palace from the courtyard (Deyang Shar), the living quarters of the Dalai Lamas. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1262 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Here: the climb up to the entrance. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1261 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Here: the climb up to the entrance. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1260 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Partial view with flowering bush in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1259 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1258 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Closer view of the Red Palace. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1257 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1256 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1255 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the New Summer Palace (Takten Migyu Potrang) of the 14th Dalai Lama, in the Norbulingka. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1254 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: group photograph of pilgrims in the Norbulangka. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1253 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: a follower with prayer wheel turning the prayer drums, in the old Tibetan quarter. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1252 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: a street in the old Tibetan quarter. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1251 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Tsetang Monastery (14th century) in the old quarter of the city. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1250 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Tsetang Monastery (14th century) in the old quarter of the city, with prayer drums in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1249 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. Jampa Ling Chapel, where Samye's Great Debate was held, with prayer pole in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1248 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. Monks on Hepo Ri Hill, a revered spot. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1247 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. Hepo Ri Hill with incense burner and prayer flags from the higher lookout. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1246 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. View of Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra Valley from the monastery walls. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1245 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. View of golden-roofed Utse from a lookout above Hep Ri Hill. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1244 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. View of the monastery buildings from a lookout above Hepo Ri Hill. The Green, White, Red and Black Stupas can be made out. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1243 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. View from Hepo Ri Hill with a monk in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1241 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. View of golden-roofed Utse from Hep Ri Hill, a revered spot. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1239 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. View from Hepo Ri Hill, a revered spot. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1237 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. Shops in traditional style on the approach to the monastery. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1236 People's Republic of China, Tibet: device to boil water using the sun's rays, at Samye Monastery. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1235 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. This picture: view from the central Utse, showing the stubby tower (originally nine storeys high) to display the thangkas. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1234 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. This picture: the green stupa, one of four, including black, white and red, standing at the four points of the compass. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1233 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. This picture: shrine of 1000-armed Chenresig (Avalokiteshvara). Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1232 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. This picture: monks sweeping the courtyard in front of the gold-roofed Utse, a daily task. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1231 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. This picture: monks sweeping the courtyard in front of the gold-roofed Utse, a daily task. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1230 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. This picture: monks sweeping the courtyard, a daily task. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1229 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. The courtyard in front of the gold-roofed Utse, with incense burner and prayer poles. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1228 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. The Utse, with golden roof, is the central building of the mandala. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1227 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1226 People's Republic of China, Tibet: plantation of poplars in the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra Valley. near Tsetang. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1225 People's Republic of China, Tibet: sand dunes in the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra Valley near Tsetang. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1224 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: view of Yarlung Tsangpo Valley from the Tselong Pass, near Tsetang, with prayer flags in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1223 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: view of the Tselong Pass, near Tsetang, with prayer flags in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1222 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: view from the Tselong Pass, near Tsetang, with prayer flags in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1221 People's Republic of China, Tibet: sand dunes in theYarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra Valley, near Tsetang. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1220 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra Valley, near Tsetang, showing efforts at sand dune stabilisation. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1219 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra Valley, near Tsetang. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1218 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra Valley, near Tsetang. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1217 People's Republic of China, Tibet: colourful Buddha figure at a hill shrine on the site of theTombs of the Tibetan Kings at Chongye, not far from Tsetang. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1216 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Bactrian camel at the foot of the hill, with Yumbulagang Monastery at the top. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1215 People's Republic of China, Tibet: descending the hill from the Yumbulagang Monastery to the modern settlement at the foot of the hill. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1214 People's Republic of China, Tibet: a young Tibetan scout at Yumbulagang Monastery. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1213 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yumbulagang Monastery, said to have been established in the 2nd century BC by the first Tibetan king, Nyatri Tsenpo. Later it was used as a summer palace by Songsten Gampo, the 33rd king. It lies about 9 km. south of Tsetang, overlooking the Yarlung Tsangpo Valley. This picture. view of the monastery from the adjoining hill. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1212 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yumbulagang Monastery, said to have been established in the 2nd century BC by the first Tibetan king, Nyatri Tsenpo. Later it was used as a summer palace by Songsten Gampo, the 33rd king. It lies about 9 km. south of Tsetang, overlooking the Yarlung Tsangpo Valley. This picture. view of the monastery from the adjoining hill. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1211 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yumbulagang Monastery, said to have been established in the 2nd century BC by the first Tibetan king, Nyatri Tsenpo. Later it was used as a summer palace by Songsten Gampo, the 33rd king. It lies about 9 km. south of Tsetang, overlooking the Yarlung Tsangpo Valley. This picture: starting out on the "kora" which passes over an adjoining peak. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1210 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yumbulagang Monastery, said to have been established in the 2nd century BC by the first Tibetan king, Nyatri Tsenpo. Later it was used as a summer palace by Songsten Gampo, the 33rd king. It lies about 9 km. south of Tsetang, overlooking the Yarlung Tsangpo Valley. This picture. Buddhist symbols on the roof. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1209 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yumbulagang Monastery, said to have been established in the 2nd century BC by the first Tibetan king, Nyatri Tsenpo. Later it was used as a summer palace by Songsten Gampo, the 33rd king. It lies about 9 km. south of Tsetang, overlooking the Yarlung Tsangpo Valley. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1208 People's Republic of China, Tibet: Yumbulagang Monastery, said to have been established in the 2nd century BC by the first Tibetan king, Nyatri Tsenpo. Later it was used as a summer palace by Songsten Gampo, the 33rd king. It lies about 9 km. south of Tsetang, overlooking the Yarlung Tsangpo Valley. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1207 People's Republic of China, Tibet: view of the fertille valley floor from Yumbulagang Monastery. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1206 People's Republic of China, Tibet: horses near the top of the hill, just below Yumbulagang Monastery, waiting for custom to descend. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1205 People's Republic of China, Tibet: horses for hire for the ascent of the hill to Yumbulagang Monastery. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1204 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: a young Tibetan guarding his father's scooter. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1203 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: fruit stalls in the centre of town. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR-D1202 People's Republic of China, Tibet: shrine at the lookout terrace on the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra River, at a former river-burial point. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion, landscape
PMR-D1201 People's Republic of China, Tibet: a lookout terrace on the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra River, at a former river-burial point. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion, landscape
PMR189-12 Italy, Campania, Amalfi: the first Maritime Republic in Italy after the fall of the Roman Empire, Amalfi possessed one of the largest fleets of the area in the 11th century. Hotel Excelsior, overlooking Amalfi Harbour. Keywords: picturesque, terraced, steep, rocky, historic, architecture, heritage, culture
PMR199-12 Austria, Tyrol: the snow-capped Mieminger Mountains near Lermoos. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter
PMR199-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view of the town under snow with the Alps behind, and a snow-laden fir tree in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter
PMR198-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fussen: a group of nuns walking by the blue waters of the River Lech. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, Füssen, shingle beach, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR198-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fussen: turquoise waters of the River Lech, with the woods a riot of autumn colour. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, Füssen, shingle beach, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR198-10 Austria, Tyrol: the River Lech at Unterletzter. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, reflections, calm
PMR198-09 Austria, Tyrol: the Plansee (Lake Plan) reflecting the mountains. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, calm
PMR198-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: colours of autumn, with the Ammergauer Alps in the background. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, fall, park, colourful
PMR198-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: view of the palace, surrounded by trees in autumn colours. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, fall, colourful
PMR198-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: view of the palace and gardens, surrounded by trees in autumn colours. On the left is the original linden (lime) tree, after which the palace took its name. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, fall, colourful
PMR198-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: a swan on the park lake. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, peaceful, tranquil
PMR198-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: Hotel Wolf, ablaze with geraniums (pelargoniums). Keywords: architecture, picturesque, heritage, colourful, flowers, window boxes, chalet, balcony
PMR198-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Konigssee near Berchtesgaden: the chapel of St. Bartholoma, a pilgrimage church on the lake which can only be reached by boat, with autumn foliage in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, heritage, reflections, Königssee, St. Bartholomä
PMR198-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Konigssee near Berchtesgaden: the chapel of St. Bartholoma, a pilgrimage church on the lake which can only be reached by boat, with reflections in the waters of the lake, Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, heritage, reflections, Königssee, St. Bartholomä
PMR198-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Konigssee near Berchtesgaden: the lake head and pleasure boat jetty surrounded by trees in autumn colours, with the Alps in the distance. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, heritage, reflections, Königssee
PMR197-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: the Watzmann mountain (2713 metres) dominates the town; early morning mist with larch trees in autumn foliage. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, heritage
PMR197-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ramsau: surrounded by woods in autumn foliage, this village in Berchtesgadener Land is overlooked by the Reiter Alps. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, heritage
PMR197-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view south from Kreuz Eck (1652 metres), with the Austrian Alps in the distance. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, good visiblity, hiking, trekking
PMR197-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view north from Kreuz Eck (1652 metres) with the town in the foreground, Wank cablecar opposite, and the Loisach Valley leading to Munich in the distance. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama, good visiblity
PMR197-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Rottenbuch: the impressive tower of the parish church at Rottenbuch, in the "Pfaffenwinkel", formerly an Augustinian monastery, founded in 1073. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historic, clocktower, belltower, heritage, Catholic, Christian, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR197-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Rottenbuch: the impressive tower of the parish church at Rottenbuch, in the "Pfaffenwinkel", formerly an Augustinian monastery, founded in 1073. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historic, clocktower, belltower, heritage, Catholic, Christian, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR197-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Vollenbach: horses and cattle near Vollenbach, in the Allgau, with the Alps visible in the background. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, Völlenbach, Allgäu
PMR197-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: swans on the Staffelsee (Lake Staffel). Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, woods, peaceful, tranquil
PMR196-09 Germany, Hesse, Frankfurt am Main: pavement cafe in Romerberg Square, in front of the Romerberg, a group of reconstructed 15th century burghers' houses, formerly the town hall and coronation palace. Keywords: picturesque, street scene, cobblestones, traditional, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, Hessen, timber-frame, Römerberg
PMR196-07 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Zwingenberg: the main square, overlooked by the parish church. Keywords: Rheinland Pfalz, architecture, cobblestones, half-timbered, heritage, historic, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR195-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: view of the Wetterstein Mountains with patches of snow, with the track up to the Meiler Hut (2377 metres), directly on the border with Austria. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR195-07 Austria, Tyrol: Gscholkopf near the Rofan cablecar, with Hochiss (2299 metres) and the Rofan Mountains behind. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR195-05 Italy, Lombardy, Menaggio: reflections of houses and mountains in Lake Como. Keywords: boats, Lombardia, mountains, picturesque, terraced hillside, wooded hills
PMR195-04 Italy, Lombardy, Ossuccio: curious campanile of the 11th-12th century church of Santa Maria Maddalena. In the background is the Isola Comacina, the only island in Lake Como. Keywords: heritage, mediaeval, boats, architecture, Lombardia, mountains, picturesque, belltower
PMR195-03 Italy, Lombardy, Ossuccio: a narrow cobbled alley sloping down to the water's edge of Lake Como. Keywords: heritage, mediaeval, boats, architecture, Lombardia, mountains, picturesque
PMR195-02 Italy, Lombardy, Ossuccio: view of Lake Como looking south, with the 12th century church of San Giovanni in the foreground. Keywords: heritage, mediaeval, boats, architecture, Lombardia, mountains, picturesque
PMR194-06 Italy, Campania, Sorrento: camping at Villaggio Santa Fortunata in an old olive grove overlooking the Bay of Naples. Keywords: commanding view, picturesque, tent, open air, leisure, travelling
PMR194-04 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: Faraglioni Rocks, with part of the coast, from the gardens of the Certosa Monastery. Keywords: commanding view, picturesque, colourful, nature, seascape, geology
PMR194-03 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: view of the town of Capri from the pine-shaded terrace on the summit of Mount Solaro (589 metres). reached from Anacapri by chairlift. Keywords: commanding view, picturesque, seascape, panorama
PMR194-02 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: view of the town of Capri, the Faraglioni Rocks, and the Sorrento Peninsula, from the flower-covered hillside of Mount Solaro (589 metres). reached from Anacapri by chairlift. Keywords: commanding view, picturesque, colourful, flowers, nature, wildflowers, seascape, coast, broom flowers
PMR194-01 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: view of the town of Capri, Mount Tiberius, and the Sorrento Peninsula, from the flower-covered hillside of Mount Solaro (589 metres). reached from Anacapri by chairlift. Keywords: commanding view, picturesque, colourful, flowers, nature, wildflowers, seascape, coast
PMR193-12 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: view of part of the town of Capri, the Faraglioni Rocks, and the Sorrento Peninsula, from the flower-covered hillside of Mount Solaro (589 metres). reached from Anacapri by chairlift. Keywords: commanding view, picturesque, colourful, flowers, nature, wildflowers, seascape, coast
PMR193-06 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: entrance to the "Grotta Azzurra" (by boat only). Keywords: picturesque, Blue Grotto, cave, seacave, cliffs, cavern
PMR193-05 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: approaching the island by ferry. Keywords: picturesque, seascape, distant view, island
PMR192-02 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: the Sorrento Peninsula shimmers in the distance beyond the brooms of Mount Tiberius. Keywords: commanding view, picturesque, colourful, flowers, yellow and blue, seascape
PMR191-10 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: turquoise waters glimpsed far below through the Arco Naturale. Keywords: steep, rocky, picturesque, heritage, vegetation, wooded, natural arch, rock arch, geology
PMR191-08 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: rocky, wooded headland on the east of the island, dotted with flowering brooms, and turquoise sea beyond. Keywords: steep, rocky, picturesque, colourful, heritage, photogenic
PMR191-07 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: a corner of the Piazza Umberto with town hall (Municipio)and open air restaurants, overlooked by a rocky outcrop. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, architecture, street scene, crowded, market square, historic, sun-shades, terraces
PMR191-06 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: typical narrow side street in the town. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, architecture, shady, arch, steps
PMR191-04 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: one of the little beaches at Marina Piccola, with natural arch in the rocks, and moored boats. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, heritage, beach, sand, sunbathing, boats, bathing, rocky, steep, cove
PMR191-03 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: one of the little beaches at Marina Piccola, with beach cafe and boats. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, heritage, beach, sand, sunbathing, boats, bathing, rocky, steep, natural arch, cove
PMR191-02 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: lear waters feflecting the colourful beach huts on one of the little beaches at Marina Piccola. A tiny Byzantine church is almost hidden by the trees. Keywords: steep, rocky, picturesque, colourful, heritage, beach, sand, sunbathing, deck-chairs, bathing, translucent
PMR191-01 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: group of fishermen with boats drawn up on the beach at Marina Piccola. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, heritage, moorings, beach, sand, bathing, swimming, sunbathing
PMR190-12 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: palm trees and statuary in the Parco Augusto. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, gardens, flowerbeds, strolling
PMR190-11 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: pleasant shade under the trees of the Parco Augusto, with the Faraglioni Rocks visible from the terrace. Keywords: steep, picturesque, heritage, trees, gardens
PMR190-10 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: crystal clear water of the coast, seen from the belvedere of the Parco Augusto, high above the sea. Keywords: steep, rocky, picturesque, colourful, heritage, photogenic, turquoise, translucent
PMR190-09 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: a corner of the Piazza Umberto with clocktower and bougainvillea. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, architecture, street scene, crowded, market square, historic
PMR190-08 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: the colourful harbour and quay of Marina Grande with its small craft at their moorings, overlooked by barren mountains. Keywords: steep, rocky, picturesque, colourful, heritage, architecture, moorings, photogenic, reflections, boats
PMR190-07 Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: approaching the quayside at Marina Grande, with reflections of the coloured facades in the water and cloud-shrouded mountains behind. Keywords: steep, rocky, picturesque, colourful, heritage, architecture, moorings, photogenic, boots
PMR190-01 Italy, Campania, Maiori: view of the coast, over the domes of a Byzantine-style church, from the terrace of the Villa Rufolo in Ravello, with an umbrella pine in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, steep, historic, architecture, heritage, culture, terraces
PMR189-11 Italy, Campania, Amalfi: the first Maritime Republic in Italy after the fall of the Roman Empire, Amalfi possessed one of the largest fleets of the area in the 11th century. Capo Atrani and Capo d'Orso from the heights of the Pogerola road. Keywords: picturesque, terraced, steep, rocky, historic, architecture, heritage, culture
PMR189-10 Italy, Campania, Amalfi: the first Maritime Republic in Italy after the fall of the Roman Empire, Amalfi possessed one of the largest fleets of the area in the 11th century. The former Via Genova (now renamed) with a fishmonger's "fresco" on ceramic tiles. Keywords: picturesque, historic, architecture, heritage, culture, street scene, cliffs, rocky, narrow
PMR189-09 Italy, Campania, Amalfi: Piazza Duomo, with fountain and ceramics shops, overlooked by the cathedral bell tower in Romanesque style with Scilian-Arab summit. Keywords: picturesque, steep, beach, rocky, historic, architecture, heritage, culture
PMR189-08 Italy, Campania, Amalfi: the first Maritime Republic in Italy after the fall of the Roman Empire, Amalfi possessed one of the largest fleets of the area in the 11th century. Wedding party ascending the steps of the Cathedral of St. Andrew, dating from the 11th century, but largely rebuilt in the 19th century. Keywords: picturesque, terraced, steep, historic, architecture, heritage, culture, Romanesque
PMR189-06 Italy, Campania, Amalfi: the first Maritime Republic in Italy after the fall of the Roman Empire, Amalfi possessed one of the largest fleets of the area in the 11th century. View of the harbour and fishing boats Keywords: picturesque, terraced, steep, rocky, historic, heritage, culture, quay, jetty
PMR189-05 Italy, Campania: the rugged Amalfi Coast, looking towards Furore and Positano. Keywords: picturesque, terraced, steep, beach, sand, cliffs, rocky
PMR189-04 Italy, Campania: the rugged Amalfi Coast, with a distant view of Amalfi, towards Capo d'Orso. Keywords: picturesque, terraced, steep, beach, sand, cliffs, rocky
PMR189-03 Italy, Campania: Furore on the Amalfi Coast, with fishermen's houses and boats in the Vallone di Furore. Keywords: picturesque, terraced, steep, beach, sand, gorge, cliffs, wooded hills
PMR189-02 Italy, Campania: Furore on the Amalfi Coast, with fishermen's houses and boats in the Vallone di Furore. Keywords: picturesque, terraced, steep, beach, sand, gorge, cliffs, wooded hills
PMR188-12 Italy, Campania: Positano on the Amalfi Coast. Keywords: panorama, picturesque, terraced, steep, beach, bathing, sand, boats
PMR188-11 Italy, Campania, Sorrento: view over the town from "Il Deserto" near Sant' Agata sui due Golfi, with flowers in the foreground. Keywords: landscape, panorama, picturesque, nature, spring, colourful
PMR188-10 Italy, Tuscany: red poppies, yellow dandelions, blue sea and sky, near Tarquinia. Keywords: Toscana, colourful, landscape, picturesque, spring, nature, flowers
PMR187-07 Hungary, Budapest: a cruiser on the River Danube passing the House of Parliament. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, sightseeing, boat, steamer
PMR186-12 Hungary, Esztergom: the ancient fortress shares its hill with the basilica. The remaining part of the town wall in the foreground has been repaired with a variety of different materials. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, historic , heritage, defence, fortifications
PMR186-11 Hungary, Esztergom: the huge basilica dominates the town with its classical cupola, 71-metres high. It is the largsest church in Hungary and was built between 1822 and 1869. View from a tributary of the River Danube. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, historic , heritage
PMR186-10 Hungary, Esztergom: view of the River Danube and part of the town from the 71-metre cupola of the basilica. It is the largsest church in Hungary and was built between 1822 and 1869. In the distance is the bridge which used to link the town with Czechoslovakia, destroyed in WWII and never rebuilt. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, historic , heritage, panorama
PMR186-06 Hungary, Budapest: the House of Parliament, built by Imre Steindl and completed in 1902, was influenced by the Houses of Parliament in Westminster. Keywords: picturesque, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, neo-Gothic, Danube, reflections
PMR186-04 Hungary, Budapest: row of preserved houses in the old quarter, Buda, which was for long a part of the Ottoman Empire. Keywords: picturesque, street scene, cobblestones, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, colourful
PMR185-12 Hungary, Budapest: Fishermen's Bastion (architect: Frigyes Schulek, 1902) with the coloured tiled roof of St. Matthew's Church (1470) in the background. Keywords: picturesque, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, white marble, towers
PMR185-10 Hungary, Budapest: equestrian statue of Stephen I, first king of Hungary, with the Fishermen's Bastion behind, also in white marble. Keywords: picturesque, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage
PMR185-09 Hungary, Budapest: Baroque style buildings of the Szechenyi Mineral Baths, at 76 degrees C., one of the hottest natural springs in Europe. Keywords: picturesque, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, spa town
PMR185-08 Hungary, Budapest: Vajdahunyad Castle, copied from the original in Hunedoara (now in Romania) for the millenary celebrations. Also incorporated are a Romanesque Chapel, Gothic Fortifications, and a Renaissance Wing etc. Altogether 21 historic Hungarian buildings are in part reproduced.. View from the south-west. Keywords: traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, picturesque, reflections
PMR185-07 Hungary, Budapest: Vajdahunyad Castle, copied from the original in Hunedoara (now in Romania) for the millenary celebrations. Also incorporated are a Romanesque Chapel, Gothic Fortifications, and a Renaissance Wing etc. Altogether 21 historic Hungarian buildings are in part reproduced.. View from the south-east. Keywords: traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, picturesque, reflections
PMR185-02 Hungary, Budapest: bridge over the lake in the city park (Varosliget) with Millenary Monument in the background and reflections in the water. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage
PMR184-12 Hungary, Sopron: Beloiannisz ter (square) and church tower, seen from Kolostor utca (street). Keywords: picturesque, street scene, cobblestones, traditional, architecture
PMR184-11 Hungary, Sopron: typical houses with oriels and balconies on Kolostor utca (street). Keywords: picturesque, street scene, cobblestones, traditional, architecture
PMR184-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria: snow patches on the bank of the Sylvenstein Reservoir, with reflections of houses and mountains. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter
PMR184-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria: patches of snow in a clearing in the pine forest, with the mighty, snow-capped Karwendel Mountains as a backdrop. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter
PMR184-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the River Isar near Mittenwald, with snow-capped Karwendel Mountains in the background. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter
PMR184-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: a study in blue and russet - the River Isar reflecting budding willows and snow-capped mountains, with early coltsfoot in flower. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring, flora, wildflowers
PMR184-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: pebbly beach of the River Isar near Mittenwald, with snow-capped Karwendel Mountainsin the background. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter
PMR184-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: bank of red-stemmed willows reflected in Sylvenstein reservoir. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR184-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria: reflections in the River Isar near Mittenwald. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter
PMR184-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria: reflections of the Karwendel Mountains in the River Isar near Mittenwald. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter
PMR184-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the River Isar near Mittenwald, with snow-capped mountain. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter
PMR183-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: view of the town and church with snow-capped Wetterstein mountains in the background. Keywords: alpine, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama
PMR183-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: horse-drawn sleigh waiting near the Rathaus (town hall) with snow-capped mountains behind. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, Alps, snow, mountains, colourful
PMR183-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: horse-drawn sleigh waiting near the Rathaus (town hall) in winter. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, Alps, frescoes, snow
PMR183-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the twin towers and dome of the Theatine Church of St. Kajetan (Theatinerkirche) begun in 1663. In the foreground, the temple in the Court Garden (Hofgarten), dating from 1615 and crowned with the figure of Bavaria amid colourful flowerbeds. Keywords: München, architecture, towers, picturesque, historic, Baroque
PMR183-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the twin towers and dome of the Theatine Church of St. Kajetan (Theatinerkirche) begun in 1663, seen from the temple in the Court Garden (Hofgarten). Keywords: München, architecture, towers, picturesque, historic, Baroque
PMR182-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the twin towers and dome of the Theatine Church of St. Kajetan (Theatinerkirche) begun in 1663, seen from the Court Garden (Hofgarten). Keywords: München, architecture, towers, picturesque, historic, fountain, Baroque
PMR182-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Konigsplatz, the creation of Leo Van Klenze in 1816 - the Propylaen, seen from the Glyptotek, whose portico is on the right. Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, historic, classical, columns, buildings, Königsplatz, Propyläen
PMR182-09 England, Berkshire, Windsor Castle, the royal residence dating back to the 11th century: part of the east front and formal gardens laid out by Sir Jeffry Wyatville in the 1820s. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, palace, Queen Elizabeth II, park, grounds
PMR182-08 England, Berkshire, Windsor Castle, the royal residence dating back to the 11th century: King Edward III Tower, seen from the Moat Path. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, palace, Queen Elizabeth II
PMR182-07 England, Berkshire, Windsor Castle, the royal residence dating back to the 11th century: The State Apartments in the Upper Ward, dating from Charles II's time (1670-80). Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, palace, Queen Elizabeth II, park, grounds
PMR182-06 England, Berkshire, Windsor Castle, the royal residence dating back to the 11th century: the Lower Ward - Tudor timber-frame buildings with St. George's Chapel and the Round Tower. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, palace, Queen Elizabeth II, park, grounds
PMR182-05 England, Berkshire, Windsor Castle, the royal residence dating back to the 11th century: Castle Hill and the statue of Queen Victoria. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, palace, Queen Elizabeth II, park, grounds
PMR182-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: folkdance during a performance of "Die Schutzfrau von Munnerstadt" by townsfolk from Munnerstadt, on the lakeside stage in West Park. Keywords: München, picturesque, historic, play, actors, tradition, thespians, outdoor theatre, colourful, costumes
PMR181-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: display of flag waving during a performance of "Die Schutzfrau von Munnerstadt" by townsfolk from Munnerstadt, on the lakeside stage in West Park. Water cascade sculpture behind, in the lake. Keywords: München, picturesque, historic, play, actors, tradition, thespians, outdoor theatre, colourful, costumes
PMR181-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: performance of "Die Schutzfrau von Munnerstadt" by townsfolk from Munnerstadt, on the lakeside stage in West Park. Water cascade sculpture behind, in the lake. Keywords: München, picturesque, historic, play, actors, tradition, thespians, outdoor theatre
PMR181-09 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Reichelsheim in the Oden Forest: "Reichelsheimer Michelsmarkt" parade (28.08.83) - the junior pipe band, in striking red, white and black costumes with white hose. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, traditional, Odenwald, local dress, dirndl, lederhosen
PMR181-08 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Reichelsheim in the Oden Forest: "Reichelsheimer Michelsmarkt" parade (28.08.83) - children in fancy dress, leading a horse. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, traditional, Odenwald, local dress, dirndl, lederhosen
PMR181-07 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Reichelsheim in the Oden Forest: "Reichelsheimer Michelsmarkt" parade (28.08.83) - villagers in the traditional local trachten costumes. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, traditional, Odenwald, local dress, dirndl, lederhosen
PMR181-05 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Lindenfels in the Oden Forest: view from the castle with the Cure Garden and bandstand in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, traditional, Odenwald, wooded hills, church
PMR181-04 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Michelstadt in the Oden Forest: "The Elephant House", trading centre for the local ivory-carving industry, a picturesque timber-framed house on two levels. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, traditional, Odenwald
PMR181-03 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Michelstadt in the Oden Forest: part of the old town wall and a defence tower, with footbridge over the moat. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, traditional, Odenwald, fortifications
PMR181-02 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Michelstadt in the Oden Forest: Biergarten zum Bienentor ("Beergarden at the Bees' Gate"), with beehive as pub-sign. The town wall with defenders' gallery and Bees' Gate in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, traditional, Odenwald, fortifications
PMR181-01 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Michelstadt in the Oden Forest: black and white timber-frame house adjoining the synagog. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, traditional, Odenwald
PMR180-12 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Michelstadt in the Oden Forest: market place with town hall (Rathaus), parish church tower and geraniums on an ornamental 16th century fountain. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, traditional, Odenwald
PMR180-11 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Michelstadt in the Oden Forest: market place with town hall (Rathaus), parish church tower and ornamental 16th century fountain. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, traditional, Odenwald
PMR180-10 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Michelstadt in the Oden Forest: souvenir shop in a half timbered house by the market square. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, traditional, Odenwald
PMR180-09 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Michelstadt in the Oden Forest: the 15th century half timbered town hall (Rathaus). Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, traditional, Odenwald, timber-framed
PMR180-08 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Michelstadt in the Oden Forest: courtyard with half timbered houses formerly comprising the local stores (Stadtische Kellerei) Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, traditional, Odenwald
PMR180-07 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Freiburg im Breisgau in the Black Forest: view of the city and the Black Forest from the tower of the cathedral (115 metres high) Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional, panorama, wooded hills
PMR180-06 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Freiburg im Breisgau in the Black Forest: St. Martin's Gate on Joseph-Strasse. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional, clocktower, street scene
PMR180-05 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Freiburg im Breisgau in the Black Forest: Rathaus-Platz (Town Hall Square), with the spire of the cathedral in the background. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional
PMR180-04 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Freiburg im Breisgau in the Black Forest: Haus zum Walfisch (House of the Whale) with Gothic oriel dating from 1516. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional
PMR180-03 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Freiburg im Breisgau in the Black Forest: Renaissance courtyard in the "New" Town Hall, dating from the 16th century. Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional
PMR180-02 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg: typical Black Forest house with flower-bedecked balcony, near Hintertodtmoos. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional
PMR180-01 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg: typical Black Forest houses near Hintertodtmoos. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional, countryside, wooded hills
PMR179-12 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg: typical Black Forest landscape with colourful Fireweed (Rose Bay Willow Herb) near Todtmoos. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, nature, countryside, valley, wooded hills
PMR179-11 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg: typical Black Forest landscape with pine tree, between Schonwald and Furtwangen. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, nature, countryside, valley, wooded hills, Schönwald
PMR179-10 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Schiltach in the Black Forest: half-timbered houses in a side street. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional, timber-framed
PMR179-09 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Schiltach in the Black Forest: half timbered houses on the main road, and bridge over the River Kinzig. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional, timber-framed
PMR179-08 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Schiltach in the Black Forest: a row of half timbered houses in the market square with fountain in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional, timber-framed
PMR179-07 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Schiltach: frescoes on the Rathaus (town hall), built in Renaissance style in 1593. From 1565 until 1895 Schiltach was a centre of the lumber industry in the Black Forest. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional, step gable
PMR179-05 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Alpirsbach: the cloister garden in the 11th/12th century Romanesque Abbey in the Black Forest which was formerly a monastery. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional
PMR179-04 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Alpirsbach: the 11th/12th century Romanesque Abbey in the Black Forest was formerly a monastery. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional
PMR179-03 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Freudenstadt in the Black Forest: reconstructed Rathaus (town hall) and war memorial in the market square. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional
PMR179-02 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Freudenstadt in the Black Forest: one side of the market square, reconstructed after total destruction in WWII. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional
PMR179-01 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Neuweier: view of the vineyards with their service roads, from the Yburg Ruins in the Black Forest. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional
PMR178-12 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Obertsrot: the village lies on the River Murg in the Black Forest and is overlooked by vineyards and the ruins of Schloss Eberstein. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional
PMR178-10 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Obertsrot: early morning view from Schloss Eberstein over the Black Forest town. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional, castle, palace
PMR178-08 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Calw: Hermann Hesse Square and Herman Hesse Fountain in Calw, his birthplace in the Black Forest. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional, half timbered, timber-framed
PMR178-07 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Calw: a street of half-timbered houses in the Black Forest. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional, timber-framed
PMR178-06 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Nagold: fountain and half-timbered houses in the Black Forest. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional, timber-framed
PMR178-05 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Nagold: half timbered Hotel Post dating from 1697 in the Black Forest. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional, timber-framed
PMR178-04 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Wildbad-im-Schwarzwald: Black Forest town hall (Rathaus). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, architecture, Black Forest, Schwarzwald, traditional
PMR176-12 U.S.A., Washington D.C.: the floodlit Capitol Building at night. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, capital, dome
PMR176-11 U.S.A., Washington D.C.: the floodlit Capitol Building at night, with reflecting pool. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, capital, dome
PMR176-10 U.S.A., Washington D.C.: Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington, and site of his tomb. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, mansion, country house, capital
PMR176-09 U.S.A., Washington D.C.: the Lincoln Memorial; its 36 columns represent thw 36 states of the union at the time of his assassination in 1865. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, neo-classical, capital
PMR176-08 U.S.A., Washington D.C.: Vietnam War Memorial, unfinished in 1983, records the names of all the fallen, on black marble slabs. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, capital
PMR176-07 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the Giant Whirlpool, downstream from the Niagara Falls, traversed by the colourful gondola of the "Whirlpool Aerocar". Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR176-06 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: "Cave of the Winds" at the foot of the American Falls, with a rainbow in the spray. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR176-05 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the irregular lip of the American Falls, with Prospect Point Observation Tower, Rainbow Bridge, and Rainbow Carillon Tower. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR176-04 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the American Falls with Bridal Veil Falls reflected in the Niagara River and the "Maid of the Mist" close to the cascade. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR176-03 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: Horseshoe Falls and Goat Island, with view upstream the Niagara River, from the top of the Canadian Skylon Tower (520 feet high). Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR176-02 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the American Falls from the top of the Canadian Skylon Tower (520 feet high), showing Goat Island and the smaller Luna and Green Islands, as well as the town of Niagara Falls. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR176-01 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: bird's-eye view of the Horseshoe Falls from the top of the Canadian Skylon Tower (520 feet high). Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR175-12 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: "Maid of the Mist" close under the Horseshoe Falls and surrounded by rainbows. The American Falls are visible in the background. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR175-11 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: view of the lip of the Horseshoe Falls where 136 million litres of water plunge 44 metres every minute, with part of the upstream Niagara River. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR175-10 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: view over the Horseshoe Falls of the American Falls, the American observation tower and the Rainbow Bridge linking Canada and the U.S.A. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR175-08 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the top of the Horseshoe Falls, seen from a copse of trees on the bank. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR175-07 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: view of the lip of the Horseshoe Falls where 136 million litres of water plunge 44 metres every minute, with part of the upstream Niagara River. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR175-06 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the American Falls, seen from directly opposite, with the separate Bridal Veil Falls on the right. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR175-05 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the American Falls, American observation tower, and "Maid of the Mist", from the Canadian side. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR175-04 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: view from the top of the American observation tower, with viewing terrace in the foreground. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR175-03 U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the American Falls, with Goat Island, and Horseshoe Falls in the distance. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge
PMR174-12 U.S.A., New York: the "Great White Way" - Times Square and Broadway at night, with the Topless Bar. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, illumination, lights, neon, bright
PMR174-11 U.S.A., New York: the "Great White Way" - Times Square and Broadway at night, with Howard Johnsons Restaurant on the left. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, illumination, lights, neon, bright
PMR174-10 U.S.A., New York: the "Great White Way" - Times Square and Broadway at night. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, illumination, lights, neon, bright
PMr174-09 U.S.A., New York: Lower Plaza, at the end of the Channel Gardens, in front of the RCA Building in the Rockefeller Center, with gilded statue of Prometheus stealing the sacred fire for mankind. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, sculpture, restaurant, eating, open air
PMR174-08 U.S.A., New York: Central Park, seen from the top of the RCA Building in the Rockefeller Center (850 feet high, 70 storeys). Visible are the Sheep Meadow, Central Park Lake and the Receiving Reservoir. The black and white building is "9 West 57th Street", with Barclays Bank on the ground floor. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama, bird's-eye view, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR174-07 U.S.A., New York: Roman Catholic Cathedral of New York, St. Patrick's, completed in 1906 in neo-Gothic style, modelled on Cologne Cathedral. View from the top of the RCA Building. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR174-06 U.S.A., New York: view from the top of the RCA Building in the Rockefeller Center (850 feet high, 70 storeys), with the Empire State Building in the middle distance and the World Trade Center in the distance. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama, bird's-eye view, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR174-05 U.S.A., New York: Roman Catholic Cathedral of New York, St. Patrick's, completed in 1906 in neo-Gothic style, modelled on Cologne Cathedral. View along Fifth Avenue with Olympic Tower and Corning Glass Building. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR174-04 U.S.A., New York: Roman Catholic Cathedral of New York, St. Patrick's, completed in 1906 in neo-Gothic style, modelled on Cologne Cathedral. View from the Rockefeller Center. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR174-03 U.S.A., New York: United Nations General Assembly Building, from United Nations Plaza, with flags of all nations in alphabetical order. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR174-02 U.S.A., New York: United Nations General Assembly Building, from the gardens by the East River. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR174-01 U.S.A., New York: United Nations Secretariat Building, with sculpture "swords into ploughshares" presented by the USSR, in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, monument, statue, bronze figure
PMR173-09 U.S.A., New York: late sunset view from the top of the Empire State Building (1472 feet high, 102 storeys) across the Hudson River to New Jersey. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama, bird's-eye view, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR173-08 U.S.A., New York: early sunset view from the top of the Empire State Building (1472 feet high, 102 storeys) across the Hudson River to New Jersey. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama, bird's-eye view, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR173-07 U.S.A., New York: south-west view from the top of the Empire State Building (1472 feet high, 102 storeys), with Fifth Avenue, the World Trade Center, and the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama, bird's-eye view, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR173-06 U.S.A., New York: north-east view from the top of the Empire State Building (1472 feet high, 102 storeys), with Panam, Chrysler, and United Nations Buildings, and Queensboro Bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama, bird's-eye view, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR173-05 U.S.A., New York: south-east view from the top of the Empire State Building (1472 feet high, 102 storeys) across the East River and Williamsburg Bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama, bird's-eye view, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR173-04 U.S.A., New York: view from the top of the Empire State Building (1472 feet high, 102 storeys), with Fifth Avenue (right), George Washington Bridge (top left), Central Park (top centre) and Rockefeller Center. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama, bird's-eye view, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR173-03 U.S.A., New York: the aircraft carrier "Intrepid", moored on the Hudson River, is now a naval museum. Among the aircraft displayed on deck are Grumman Albatross, North American Fury, Lockheed Neptune. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, carrier-borne, aviation, fighter, amphibian
PMR173-02 U.S.A., New York: the aircraft carrier "Intrepid", moored on the Hudson River, is now a naval museum. Among the aircraft displayed on deck are Grumman Albatross, North American Fury, Lockheed Neptune. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, carrier-borne, aviation, fighter, amphibian
PMR173-01 U.S.A., New York: Riverside Park, from the Hudson River, with Grant's Tomb (left) and Riverside Church. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR172-12 U.S.A., New York: United Nations Secretariat Building (skyscraper), Conference Building (foreground), and the General Assembly Building (right), from the East River. Chrysler Building in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR172-11 U.S.A., New York: United Nations Buildings from the East River. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR172-10 U.S.A., New York: Brooklyn Bridge (celebrating its centenary in 1983) from the East River, with the World Trade Center behind. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR172-09 U.S.A., New York: Manhattan skyline from the East River, with South Street Museum of Historic Ships. Behind are the World Trade Center and Chase Manhattan Bank Building (end on). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR172-07 U.S.A., New York: night view over the East River, with Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges from the top of the World Trade Center (1350 feet high, 110 storeys. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama, bird's-eye view, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR172-05 U.S.A., New York: roof view from the top of the World Trade Center (1350 feet high, 110 storeys, with the twin tower in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama, bird's-eye view, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR172-04 U.S.A., New York: evening view of Manhattan Island to the north-west from the top of the World Trade Center (1350 feet high, 110 storeys. Nearest is the Woolworth Building, completed in 1913 and the world's highest building until 1931. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama, bird's-eye view, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR172-02 U.S.A., New York: evening view of Manhattan Island from the top of the World Trade Center (1350 feet high, 110 storeys. Empire State Building at top centre. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama, bird's-eye view, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high-rise
PMR171-12 U.S.A., New York: the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island was designed by Frederic-Auguste Bertholdi and was erected by Gustave Eiffel in 1886. It is 151 feet high and weighs 225 tons. View from the rear. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, bronze figure, liberty symbol, landmark
PMR171-11 U.S.A., New York: the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island was designed by Frederic-Auguste Bertholdi and was erected by Gustave Eiffel in 1886. It is 151 feet high and weighs 225 tons. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, bronze figure, liberty symbol, landmark
PMR171-10 U.S.A., New York: the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island was designed by Frederic-Auguste Bertholdi and was erected by Gustave Eiffel in 1886. It is 151 feet high and weighs 225 tons. View from the approaching ferry. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, bronze figure, liberty symbol, landmark
PMR171-09a U.S.A., New York: Manhattan Island and the twin towers of the World Trade Center, from the Liberty Island ferry. The fireboat is moored opposite the Firefighting Control Center. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR171-09 U.S.A., New York: Manhattan Island and the twin towers of the World Trade Center, from the Liberty Island ferry. The fireboat is moored opposite the Firefighting Control Center. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR171-07 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the western half of Oakland Bay Bridge, and San Francisco skyline with the Transamerica Pyramid, seen from Yerba Buena Island. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, shore
PMR171-06 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the eastern half of Oakland Bay Bridge, in San Francisco Bay, seen from Yerba Buena Island, with yacht moorings in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR171-05 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: view to the north from Twin Peaks over the San Francisco Peninsula, with the green mound of Buena Vista Park in the centre, the end of Golden Gate Park on the left, and Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama
PMR171-04 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: view to the north-east from Twin Peaks over the San Francisco Peninsula, across the bay to Oakland. Market Street divides the city into two grid systems of street planning. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama
PMR171-03 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: typical modern housing near West Harbor. Houses are built on to each other, due to the scarcity of land, but each is a different size and style. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, dwellings, homes, frontages
PMR171-02 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: typical modern housing near West Harbor. Houses are built on to each other, due to the scarcity of land, but each is a different size and style. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, dwellings, homes, frontages
PMR171-01 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Palace of Fine Arts, containing the "Exploratorium" museum. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, neo-classical, columns, caryatids, reflections
PMR170-10 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: city skyline, seen from the north end of the Golden Gate Bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR170-09 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the three-masted, full-rigged sailing ship "Balclutha", built in 1886 in Scotland, formerly used on the Cape Horn to Europe run, is now open to the public as a museum. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, Star of Alaska, Pacific Queen
PMR170-08 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: one of the many buskers and entertainers to be encountered on Fisherman's Wharf. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, clown
PMR170-07 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: World War II submarine, open to visitors as a museum with a modern frigate behind; Alcatraz Island visible in San Francisco Bay. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, warships
PMR170-06 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the fishing boat basin at Fisherman's Wharf, with tourist attractions on the quay behind, overlooked by tower blocks on the hill in the distance. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, moorings
PMR170-05 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the fishing boat basin at Fisherman's Wharf, seen from the Embarcadero. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, moorings
PMR170-04 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the fishing boat basin at Fisherman's Wharf; the boat in the foreground resembles a floating junk shop. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, moorings
PMR170-03 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: a cable car, converted to run on rubber-tyred wheels, conducts tourists on sightseeing tours from Fisherman's Wharf. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, public transport
PMR170-02 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: policemen in Portsmouth Square, leisure-time gathering place for Chinese. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, park
PMR170-01 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Transamerica Pyramid Building, 260 metres high, seen from the base. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR169-12 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: view from the top of the Transamerica Pyramid, 260 metres high, with Columbus Avenue and Montgomery Street forming a 'V', Telegraph Hill and Coit Tower, and Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama
PMR169-11 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: flea market, with the towering blocks of the Embarcadero Center behind. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR169-10 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: an out-of-service cable car displayed as a tourist attraction in the Embarcadero Center. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, public transport
PMR169-09 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the old and the new - the modern city seen over the rooftops of renovated Victorian houses. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, dwellings, traditional
PMR169-08 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: bowling in Golden Gate Park, created out of sand dunes. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, sport, bowls, crown green
PMR169-07 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park, created out of sand dunes - here the pathway leads under a red, wooden bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR169-06 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park, created out of sand dunes - the lake, waterfall and pagodas, backed by eucalyptus trees, introduced from Australia. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, reflections
PMR169-05 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park, created out of sand dunes - a semi-circular bridge over the water. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR169-04 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: city skyline, seen from the south end of the Golden Gate Bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, surf, rocks, tide
PMR169-03 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, opened in 1937, until 1964 the longest suspension bridge in the world. View from the roof of the fort. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, engineering, link, artery
PMR169-02 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, opened in 1937, until 1964 the longest suspension bridge in the world. View inside the 19th century fort, built to deter the English from entering San Francisco Bay. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, engineering, link, artery, defence, fortifications
PMR169-01 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, opened in 1937, until 1964 the longest suspension bridge in the world. View from Fort Point. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, engineering, link, artery
PMR168-12 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, opened in 1937, until 1964 the longest suspension bridge in the world. View from Fort Point. The bridge was built incorporating a special span, to clear the historic fort. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, engineering, link, artery
PMR168-10 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Chinatown, home of 65,000 Chinese, sliced through by California Street. Oakland Bay Bridge is just visible between the tower blocks. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, street scene
PMR168-09 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Chinatown, home of 65,000 Chinese - Grant Avenue crossing, with Transamerica Pyramid building in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, street scene
PMR168-08 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: cablecar tracks on Hyde Street (alas, no cablecar!), Norwegian Seamen's Mission with Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR168-07 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Lombard Street, "the crookedest street in the world". Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, hairpin bends, serpentine, curves
PMR168-06 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Lombard Street, with Telegraph Hill and Coit Tower. Yerba Buena Island in the distance. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, panorama
PMR168-05 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Aquatic Park, with Alcatraz Island just beyond the end of the jetty. Keywords: metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city
PMR168-04 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: view along South Van Ness Avenue with a number of traditional houses typical of Old San Francisco. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, dwellings
PMR168-03 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: renovated Victorian house with wooden stairway to entrance, typical of Old San Francisco, on South Van Ness Avenue. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, dwelling
PMR168-02 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, opened in 1937, until 1964 the longest suspension bridge in the world. View from the beach on the seaward side, with flower covered bank in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, engineering, link, artery
PMR168-01 U.S.A., California, San Francisco: Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, opened in 1937, until 1964 the longest suspension bridge in the world. View from the beach on the seaward side. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, engineering, link, artery
PMR167-10 U.S.A., Wyoming, Yellowstone National Park: view across Yellowstone Lake with the snow-capped Absaroka Mountains in the distance. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, UNESCO, geothermal, volcanism, geyser, hot springs
PMR167-09 U.S.A., Wyoming, Yellowstone National Park: warm springs at Grant Village on the shores of the Yellowstone Lake. In the foreground a deep, translucent blue pool, with bright yellow algae growing round the rim. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, UNESCO, geothermal, volcanism, geyser, hot springs
PMR167-08 U.S.A., Wyoming, Yellowstone National Park: warm springs at Grant Village on the shores of the Yellowstone Lake. Various hues of algae on the edge of a deeper pool. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, UNESCO, geothermal, volcanism, geyser, hot springs
PMR167-07 U.S.A., Wyoming, Yellowstone National Park: warm springs at Grant Village on the shores of the Yellowstone Lake. Differerent types and colours of algae growing in the hot water run-off from the springs. The different colours indicate different water temperatures. Dead Lodgepole Pine trunks act as "wicks", and soak up minerals until they become petrified. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, UNESCO, geothermal, volcanism, geyser, hot springs
PMR167-06 U.S.A., Wyoming, Yellowstone National Park: warm springs at Grant Village on the shores of the Yellowstone Lake. In the foreground a translucent blue pool, with the mouth of the hot water fissure visible at the bottom. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, UNESCO, geothermal, volcanism, geyser, hot springs
PMR167-05 U.S.A., Wyoming, Yellowstone National Park: warm springs at Grant Village on the shores of the Yellowstone Lake. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, UNESCO, geothermal, volcanism, geyser, hot springs
PMR167-04 U.S.A., Wyoming, Yellowstone National Park: warm springs at Grant Village on the shores of the Yellowstone Lake. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, UNESCO, geothermal, volcanism, geyser, hot springs
PMR167-03 U.S.A., Utah, Red Canyon: the red cliffs, seen from a pine copse on the other side of the stream. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR166-12 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: poplar saplings, eking out a precarious existence: Sunset Point, looking towards Sunrise Point. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR166-11 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: serried ranks, as far as the eye can see - the view from Sunset Point. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR166-10 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: the zig-zag trail down into the narrow gorge known as "Wall Street". Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR166-09 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: view from Sunset Point. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR166-08 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: towering rock formations guarding the steep entrance to "Wall Street" on the Navajo Loop" trail. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR166-07 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: glowing colour in one of the narrowest canyons where the sun never reaches the bottom. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR166-05 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: "Wall Street" on the Navajo Loop trail. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR166-03 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: silhouettes in the "Queen's Garden" group. The one on the left has received the name "Queen Victoria" due to its resemblance to the seated monarch. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR165-12 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: waves of different-coloured sand, eroded from the cliffs above, engulf plants and trees alike. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR165-11 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: a group of riders on the Horse Trail. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR165-10 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: view over the pinnacles on the Queen's Garden trail. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR165-08 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: view from Bryce point. In the foreground is "the alligator". Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR165-01 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: two natural bridges on the Navajo Loop trail. Trunks of dead Douglas firs remain propped up by the narrow canyon walls. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR164-12 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: crazy pinnacles, close to the "Queen's Garden" formations. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR164-11 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: trees and vegetation have gained a foothold on the lower slopes of eroded rock. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, colourful, pinnacles
PMR164-09 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: "The Queen's Castle", a rock formation on the Queen's Garden trail. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, colourful, pinnacles
PMR164-08 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: Pinyon Pine, with roots almost completely exposed by erosion, appears about to take a walk! Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, flora, botany, tree, colourful, pinnacles
PMR164-07 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: forest of red limestone pinacles. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, colourful, pinnacles
PMR164-06 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: view from Sunrise Point. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR164-05 U.S.A., Utah, Zion National Park: "The East Temple" (2167 metres) with "Towers of the Virgin" peaks in the distance. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, cliffs, mountains, valley, colourful
PMR164-03 U.S.A., Utah, Zion National Park: Virgin River in Zion Canyon, with Sentinel Mountain (2181 metres) behind. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage
PMR164-02 U.S.A., Utah, Zion National Park: "The Beehives" (2080 metres) and "Altar of Sacrifice" (2259 metres) mountains. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage
PMR164-01 U.S.A., Utah, Kanab: campsite under the red cliffs. Keywords: geology, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, tent
PMR163-11 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Spectacular outcrops from the south rim in the region of Hermit's Rest. Looking over the south rim towards Grand Canyon Village. Seen from the air. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage, aerial view
PMR163-10 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Spectacular outcrops from the south rim in the region of Havasupai Point. Typical semi-circular erosion of cliffs to form an "amphitheatre". Seen from the air. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage, aerial view
PMR163-09 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Spectacular outcrops from the south rim in the region of Havasupai Point. Seen from the air. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage, aerial view
PMR163-08 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Colorado River, seen from the air, looking west. South rim of the Grand Canyon in the background. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage, aerial view
PMR163-07 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Unidentified side canyon, running towards the north rim, seen from the air. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage, aerial view
PMR163-06 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Bright Angel Canyon, seen from the air. Phantom Ranch is in the trees, just off the bottom of the picture. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage, aerial view
PMR163-05 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. River gulley, with north rim of the canyon in the background, seen from the air. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage, aerial view
PMR163-04 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. The muddy Colorado River, seen from the air, looking north. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage, aerial view
PMR163-03 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: camping at Grand Canyon Village, in a wood of Ponderosa Pines. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage, tent
PMR163-02 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Evening outlook from Grandview Point, with Pinyon Pines in the foreground. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR163-01 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Evening outlook from Grandview Point. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR162-12 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Late afternoon at Grandview Point; view looking north-east, with "Wotan's Throne" and "Vishnu Temple" visible. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR162-11 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Late afternoon at Grandview Point (7399 feet), with the branch of a Pinyon Pine. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR162-10 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. View through the trees at Moran Point. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR162-09 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Moran Point. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR162-06 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. View from Lipan Point, looking west. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR162-05 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. View from Lipan Point, looking north. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR162-04 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Desert View Watchtower, overlooking the Grand Canyon and the Painted Desert, built by traditional Indian methods and decorated internally by Hopi Indian artists. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR162-03 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. The public viewing platform at Desert View (bottom right). The Painted Desert lies to the right. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR162-02 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. View to the west from Desert View. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR162-01 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. View to the north from Desert View. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR161-12 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. View of the Bright Angel Trail from the south rim by Bright Angel Lodge. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR161-10 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Common flower on the south rim: Giant Red Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja miniata). Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR161-09 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. View of the Bright Angel Canyon, where the trail ascends to the north rim. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR161-08 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. Typical flora of the south rim: Pinyon Pines, Utah Juniper Yuccas, etc. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR161-07 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. The Bright Angel Trail leading down to the suspension bridge over the Colorado River. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR161-06 U.S.A., Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park: depth of the canyon is about one mile, and distance rim-to-rim up to 18 miles. View from Yavapai Point on the south rim. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, Colorado River, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, UNESCO, heritage
PMR158-06 U.S.A., California, Los Angeles: part of "Londontowne" - "a charming English style shopping village" in Long Beach. Keywords: picturesque, shopping mall, flowerbeds
PMR155-09 England, London: St. Paul's Cathedral - south front. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Christopher Wren
PMR155-08 England, London: St. Paul's Cathedral from the south-west. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Christopher Wren
PMR155-07 England, London: Houses of Parliament, seen from the Albert Embankment. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, neo-Gothic, Big Ben
PMR155-06 England, London: Houses of Parliament, with reflections in the River Thames. England, London: Houses of Parliament, with reflections in the River Thames. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, neo-Gothic, Big Ben
PMR155-04 England: windmill at Horsey, Norfolk Broads. Keywords: picturesque, historic, national heritage, reeds, reflections, autumn
PMR155-03 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: view of the village and Wetterstein Mountains, with autumnal Larch tree in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR155-02 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: view of the village and Wetterstein Mountains, with autumnal Larch tree in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR155-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: (Lake) Eibsee from the Zugspitze cable car. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, good visibility, distant view
PMR154-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria: weather station on the top of the Zugspitze (2964 metres), viewed from the summit cross, with ski lifts visible on the left. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, good visibility, distant view, meteorological
PMR154-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view on a clear day from the top of the Zugspitze (2964 metres), looking south towards the Austrian and Italian Alps, with hiker in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, good visibility, distant view
PMR154-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view on a clear day from the top of the Zugspitze (2964 metres), with Mount Waxenstein (2278 metres) in the foreground, and the Loisach Valley behind. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, good visibility, distant view
PMR154-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view on a clear day from the top of the Zugspitze (2964 metres), looking south at the Austrian Alps, with the summit cross on the left. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, good visibility, distant view
PMR154-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view on a clear day from the top of the Zugspitze (2964 metres), looking north, with Garmisch-Partenkirchen, the Loisach Valley, Lake Ammer, Lake Starnberg and Munich in the far distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, good visibility, distant view, clear
PMR154-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau Open Air Ethnological Museum: dwelling house from Kochel dated 1775, but probably rebuilt from older materials. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, dwellings, homes, houses, traditional, historic, geraniums
PMR154-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau Open Air Ethnological Museum: 17th century weaver's house from Hofen, as occupied in the 19th century. Contains looms and related equipment still in regular use. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, dwellings, homes, houses, traditional, historic, Höfen
PMR154-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau Open Air Ethnological Museum: 16th/17th century dwelling house from Tyrlbrunn, as occupied in the 18th century. Formerly part of a four-sided court. View of the courtyard pump and kitchen garden, planted with herbs regularly grown since at least the 9th century. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, dwellings, homes, houses, traditional, historic
PMR154-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau Open Air Ethnological Museum: 16th/17th century dwelling house with carved wooden dovecote, from Tyrlbrunn, as occupied in the 18th century. Formerly part of a four-sided court. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, dwellings, homes, houses, traditional, historic
PMR154-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau Open Air Ethnological Museum: 16th century dwelling house from Heretsham, as lived in in 18-19th century. Formerly part of a four-sided court. The roof is of wood shingles. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, dwellings, homes, houses, traditional, historic, wooden
PMR151-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view of Mount Wendelstein (1840 metres) from the south. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR151-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: Mount Wendelstein massif with Mountain Ash Tree in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR151-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: the cable car ascending Mount Wendelstein (1840 metres) Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR151-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: belvedere near the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1840 metres) with the town of Bayerischzell in the valley below. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR151-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: sun dappled trees and mountain stream on the lower slopes of Mount Wendelstein. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR151-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: cows on the lower slopes of Mount Wendelstein. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR150-10 Austria, Tyrol, Achensee: rock face on Hochiss (2299 metres) in the Rofan Mountains; the "Stone Gate" lies to the left of this outcrop. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR150-09 Austria, Tyrol, Achensee: Dalfaz Hut on the Lower Alm in the Rofan Mountains, with Achensee (Lake Achen) and the Alps behind. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR150-08 Austria, Tyrol, Achensee: Dalfaz Waterfall in the Rofan Mountains. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR150-07 Austria, Tyrol, Achensee: Dalfaz Waterfall in the Rofan Mountains. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR150-06 Austria, Tyrol, Achensee: Dalfaz Waterfall in the Rofan Mountains. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR150-05 Switzerland, Lucerne: the "other" roofed wooden bridge in the town - the Mill Bridge. Keywords: picturesque, historic, culture, architecture
PMR150-04 Switzerland, Lucerne: Rathaus (Town Hall) with its clocktower, across the water from the steps of the Jesuit Church. Keywords: picturesque, historic, culture, architecture, reflections, swans, waterfowl
PMR150-03 Switzerland, Lucerne: the fine Renaissance fountain in the Weinmarkt (Wine Market Square). Keywords: picturesque, historic, culture, monument, sculpture, carving, figures
PMR150-02 Switzerland, Lucerne: a "busker" with his alpenhorn in the Weinmarkt (Wine Market Square). Keywords: picturesque, historic, culture, architecture, frescos, musical instruments, traditional, horn, cobblestones, blowing
PMR150-01 Switzerland, Lucerne: enjoying the sun on the Rathaus Quay, with the the wooden Chapel Bridge and Water Tower dating from the early 14th century, in the background. Keywords: picturesque, historic, culture, architecture, reflections, relaxing, resting
PMR149-11 Switzerland, Lucerne: the wooden Chapel Bridge and Water Tower dating from the early 14th century, has become the symbol of Lucerne. Keywords: picturesque, historic, culture, architecture, reflections
PMR149-09 Switzerland, Lucerne: "The Old Swiss House", an attractive, timber-framed building. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, culture, architecture
PMR149-08 Switzerland, Lucerne: Cathedral of St. Leger (Hofkirche) with twin Gothic towers and Renaissance facade. Keywords: picturesque, historic, culture, architecture, mediaeval, church
PMR149-06 Switzerland, Bauen on Lake Lucerne: the village church reflected in the lake with alpine peaks behind. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, mountains, Alps
PMR149-05 Switzerland, Bauen on Lake Lucerne: Hotel Schiller, overlooked by alpine peaks. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, mountains, Alps
PMR149-03 Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: Market Place and Upper Gate, with Gothic oriel in the foreground. Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: Market Place and Upper Gate, with Gothic oriel in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture
PMR149-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: the Pollat Gorge, in the shadow of Neuschwanstein Castle, with the Marienbrucke (Maria Bridge) high above. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR148-12 Romania, Bihor, Oradea: College of Art, a colourful example of the unique Romanian style of architecture, strongly influenced by the French. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, street scene
PMR148-11 Romania, Transylvania, Sighisoara (Schassburg): a living museum-town of the middle ages: handsome Renaissance-style building, with the citadel tower in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historical, heritage, mediaeval, UNESCO, Saxons, Schäßburg, cobblestones, Siebenburgen
PMR148-10 Romania, Transylvania, Sighisoara (Schassburg): a living museum-town of the middle ages: a row of Turkish houses and cobbled street with customary central gutter. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historical, heritage, mediaeval, UNESCO, Saxons, Schäßburg, cobblestones, Siebenburgen
PMR148-09 Romania, Transylvania, Sighisoara (Schassburg): a living museum-town of the middle ages: fortifications around the outer main gate to the old town. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historical, heritage, mediaeval, UNESCO, defence, fortifications, Saxons, Schäßburg, Siebenburgen, cobblestones
PMR148-08 Romania, Transylvania, Sighisoara (Schassburg): a living museum-town of the middle ages: the local tavern, overlooked by the castle. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historical, heritage, mediaeval, UNESCO, Saxons, Schäßburg, Siebenburgen, cobblestones
PMR148-07 Romania, Transylvania, Sighisoara (Schassburg): a handsome modern Orthodox church outside the old town, typical of the area. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historical, heritage, Saxons, Schäßburg, Siebenburgen
PMR148-06 Romania, Transylvania, Sighisoara (Schassburg): a living museum-town of the middle ages: the main square of the old town at midday, with the castle in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historical, heritage, mediaeval, UNESCO, Saxons, Schäßburg, cobblestones, Siebenburgen
PMR148-05 Romania, Transylvania, Sighisoara (Schassburg): a living museum-town of the middle ages: an unusual old house with wooden granary (?) over the second storey. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historical, heritage, mediaeval, UNESCO, Saxons, Schäßburg, cobblestones, Siebenburgen
PMR148-04 Romania, Transylvania, Sighisoara (Schassburg): a living museum-town of the middle ages: a quiet back street with distant view of the castle. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historical, heritage, mediaeval, UNESCO, Saxons, Schäßburg, cobblestones, Siebenburgen
PMR148-03 Romania, Transylvania, Sighisoara (Schassburg): a living museum-town of the middle ages: a colourful row of old houses with typical round-arch entrances. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historical, heritage, mediaeval, UNESCO, Saxons, Schäßburg, cobblestones, Siebenburgen
PMR148-02 Romania, Transylvania, Sighisoara (Schassburg): a living museum-town of the middle ages: a street in the old town, approaching the massive 12th-century fortified citadel. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historical, heritage, mediaeval, UNESCO, defence, fortifications, Saxons, Schäßburg
PMR148-01 Romania, Brasov, in the centre of the Carpathian Mountains: 13th century town hall in the centre of 23rd August Square. On the right, with handsome wrought iron sign, is the famous Cerbul Carpatin (Carpathian Stag) Restaurant. Romania, Brasov, in the centre of the Carpathian Mountains: 13th century town hall in the centre of 23rd August Square. On the right, with handsome wrought iron sign, is the famous Cerbul Carpatin (Carpathian Stag) Restaurant. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, historical, heritage, mediaeval
PMR146-07 Bulgaria, Ahtopol: bleached skeleton of a tree on the Black Sea coast. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dramatic
PMR146-06 Bulgaria, Veliko Tarnovo: capital of the second Bulgarian Empire 1185-1396 (when the Turks arrived): The present-day town rises in picturesque terraces from the River Yantra which loops three times through the town. Keywords: capital city, architecture, heritage, culture, City of the Tsars, reflections
PMR146-05 Bulgaria, Veliko Tarnovo: capital of the second Bulgarian Empire 1185-1396 (when the Turks arrived): The present-day town rises in picturesque terraces from the River Yantra which loops three times through the town. Keywords: capital city, architecture, heritage, culture, City of the Tsars, reflections
PMR141-04 Italy, Piedmonte, Stresa on Lago Maggiore: view of the lake, with jetty and lake pleasure boats, roses in the foreground and Isola Bella in the background. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, flowers, boats
PMR117-11 Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the Herterichs Fountain (Renaissance style) with the figure of St. George on a column; left: Jagstheimer House with oriel; right: the Town Hall. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR-D2664 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: view of the mineral-coloured landscape from the Ishak Pasha Palace. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, photogenic, landscape, cliffs
PMR082-05 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Sinwell Tower stands inside the Imperial Castle, rebuilt during the 15th and 16th centuries after its destruction in 1420. The building in the foreground houses the "Deep Well", 53 metres deep. Keywords: Nürnberg, fortress, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR-D2745 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: hut on the Eckbauer Alm (1236 metres). Keywords: alpine, picturesque, nature, mountains, beer garden, Biergarten, sun terrace
PMR-D2743 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: free-grazing horses on Plumsjoch. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR-D2742 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: free-grazing horses on Plumsjoch. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR-D2740 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: the path down to Plumsjoch alpine hut from the Plumsjoch. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR-D2739 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: summit cross on Plumsjoch (1921 metres) with Achensee (Lake Achen) in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR-D2738 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: ridge path up to the Montschein-Spitze from Plumsjoch (1921 metres) Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR-D2737 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: view of Achensee (Lake Achen) and Pertisau from the Plumsjoch (1921 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR-D2736 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: alpine view from the Plumsjoch alpine hut (1630 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR-D2735 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: Plumsjoch alpine hut (1630 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR-D2734 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: nest of Potter Wasps (Eumenidae) on the cliffside on the path up to the Plumsjoch. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring, insects
PMR-D2733 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: nest of Potter Wasps (Eumenidae) on the cliffside on the path up to the Plumsjoch. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring, insects
PMR-D2732 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: meadow full of spring flowers with the Karwendel Mountains in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, flowers, colourful, spring
PMR-D2731 Austria, Tyrol, Mösern: reflections of snow-covered Alps in Lake Mösern. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR-D2730 Austria, Tyrol, Mösern: typical alpine hut with its roof secured by stones. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, spring
PMR-D2729 Austria, Tyrol, Mösern: meadows full of spring flowers beyond the fence, with the Alps in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR-D2728 Austria, Tyrol, Mösern: meadows full of spring flowers, with the Alps in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR-D2727 Austria, Tyrol, Mösern: overlooking the Inn Valley towards Innsbruck, with alpine ranges in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR-D2726 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: Stubaier Alps from the Geschwandkopf, with masses of Kidney Vetch (Anthyllis vulneraria) in the meadow. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, flowers, colourful, spring
PMR-D2725 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: view of the outskirts of Seefeld from the Geschwandkopf, with masses of Bird's Eye Primulas (Primula farinosa) and Kidney Vetch (Anthyllis vulneraria) in the meadow. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, flowers, colourful, spring
PMR-D2724 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: view over the outskirts of Seefeld from the Geschwandkopf, with masses of Bird's Eye Primulas (Primula farinosa) in the meadow, and the Karwendel Mountains in the distance. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, flowers, colourful, spring
PMR-D2719 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Murnauer Moos, a nature reserve for marsh-loving plants and birds, with the Alps in the background. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, nature, landscape, scenery, ecology, biotope
PMR-D2679 Turkey, Anatolia: sunset on Lake Van with a late swimmer. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, reflections, calm, seashore, hills, evening, peaceful, restful
PMR-D2678 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. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian
PMR-D2677 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 the story of Jonah and the whale. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian, biblical
PMR-D2676 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: view of some of the rich carvings on the exterior. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian, biblical
PMR-D2675 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 Adam and Eve. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian, biblical
PMR-D2674 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 a number of saints. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian, biblical
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
PMR-D2672 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 hunting scenes with wild animals. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian, biblical
PMR-D2671 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 George and the Dragon. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian, biblical
PMR-D2670 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: the entry portal. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian
PMR-D2669 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: remaining frescoes in the interior of the nave and dome. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian, biblical
PMR-D2668 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: remaining frescoes in the interior of the nave and dome. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian, biblical
PMR-D2667 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 colourful frescoes. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian, biblical
PMR-D2666 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. Closer view of the Palace from the old cemetary. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2665 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. Old cemetary of the former settlement of Eski Beyazit, with the Palace in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs, graves, burial, tombstones
PMR-D2663 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. Closer view of the ornate main entrance gate, the upper arch filled with "muqarnas". Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2660 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. View from the palace of the 1578 AD Ottoman mosque, and a farmer's dwelling. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2659 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. View from the palace of a small. modern mosque. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2658 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. The mosque, seen from the inner courtyard. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2657 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. The largest room in the Haremlik is the salon, with glass roof and colonnades. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2656 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. View across the plain, over modern Dogubayazit towards Mount Ararat. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2655 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2654 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2653 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. View across the plain, over modern Dogubayazit towards Mount Ararat. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2652 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. View from the palace of the ruined Urartian fortress, rock tombs, & 16th century Ottoman mosque. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2651 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. The marvellously decorated portal to the Haremlik. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2650 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. The mosque, seen from the inner courtyard. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2649 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. View through an arch of the mosque and minaret (part of the palace). Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2648 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. The ornate main entrance gate. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2647 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. View from the palace of the ruins of a fortress from Urartian era, perhaps 800 BC or older. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2646 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. View of the palace (elevation 2200m.) , backed by rugged cliffs, from below. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
PMR-D2645 Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: Ishak Pasha Palace was begun in 1685 by Cholak Abdi Pasha and completed in 1784 by his son, a Kurdish chieftain, also named Ishak. The architecture is a mixture of Seljuk, Ottoman, Georgian, Persian and Armenian styles. View of the palace (elevation 2200m.) , backed by rugged cliffs, from below. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, photogenic, minaret, landscape, cliffs
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-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-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-D2327 Turkey, Anatolia: Güzelzu ruined fortress in north-eastern Anatolia. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, castle, ruin
PMR-D2326 Turkey, Anatolia: a well-preserved 14th century grave tower built by Curds/Yazids near to Lake Van. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving
PMR-D2325 Turkey, Anatolia: a well-preserved 14th century grave tower built by Curds/Yazids near to Lake Van. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving
PMR-D2324 Turkey, Anatolia: view of the mainland from the island of Akdamar Kilisesi (Church of the Holy Cross), in Lake Van. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, hills, view
PMR-D2323 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. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian
PMR-D2322 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. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian
PMR-D2321 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: a boat approaches the quay. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, Christian
PMR-D2318 Turkey, Anatolia: a well-preserved Ottoman bridge with 7 spans, not far from Erzurum. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, river, crossing, brick-built
PMR-D2317 Turkey, Anatolia: river landscape, not far from Erzurum. Keywords: picturesque, river, landscape, mountains
PMR-D2316 Turkey, Anatolia: a well-preserved Ottoman bridge with 7 spans, not far from Erzurum. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, river, crossing, brick-built
PMR-D2315 Turkey, Anatolia: a well-preserved Ottoman bridge with 7 spans, not far from Erzurum. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, river, crossing, brick-built
PMR-D2314 Turkey, Anatolia: a well-preserved Ottoman bridge with 7 spans, not far from Erzurum. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, river, crossing, brick-built
PMR669-12 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: facade of the Asamkirche, St. Johann Nepomuk, built by the Asam Brothers, Cosmos Damian and Egid Quirian, between 1733-46 in Bavarian Rococo style. Keywords: metropolis, capital of Bavaria, München, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR668-10 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: Nauener Tor, the northern gate to the city, on the main street, the Friedrich-Ebert-Strasse. Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: Nauener Tor, the northern gate to the city, on the main street, the Friedrich-Ebert-Strasse. Keywords: East Germany, twin towers, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR132K-23 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; silk-cotton tree roots with a side gallery in their grip. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR128K-06 Canada, Quebec City: view of Chateau Frontenac and the city, with the St Laurence River ferry, from Lévis. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, French-speaking, picturesque, francophile
PMR369-08 Thailand, Bangkok: Wat Arun, Temple of the Dawn, is one of the trademarks of Bangkok. The 74-metre-high "prang" or Cambodian Tower is surrounded by four smaller ones, and was begun under Rama II and finished under Rama III. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR143K-25 Laos, Vientiane: Pha That Luang (official name: Pha Chedi Lokajulamani), is the most important national monument, first built in this form by King Setthathirath in 1566 and constantly altered and improved since then.. Keywords: Buddhist, temple, colourful, monument, national heritage, picturesque, architecture, chedi
PMR-D1003 Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: trainer with six tigers. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR-D2214 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: admministrative wing of the 14-15th century Heilig Geist Spital, now an old people's home, with reflections in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR-D2313 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Karwendel Mountains reflected in the calm waters of the Ferchensee (Lake Ferchen). Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, snowy, limestone, reflections
PMR-D2310 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Two-flowered Violet (Viola biflora) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D2309 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Trumpet Gentians (Gentiana acaulis) and Spring Gentians (Gentiana verna) in the middle of Birdseye Primroses (Primula farinosa) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful
PMR-D2308 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Mittenwald and the Karwendel Mountains, from the Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery
PMR-D2307 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Karwendel Mountains, from the Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery
PMR-D2306 Laos, Luang Prabang: aerial view of the old town on a peninsula between the Nam Khan and the Mekong River. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2299 Laos, Luang Prabang: the Haw Tai Pha Sai-nyaat (Red Chapel) houses an unusual reclining Buddha which is said to date from 1569. It stands in the grounds of Wat Xieng Thong. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2301 Laos, Luang Prabang: 25 kilometres upstream, where the Nam Ou flows into the Mekong, the Pak Ou Caves overlook the river and house a collection of gilded Buddhas (no lighting!) Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2300 Laos, Luang Prabang: the Nam Khan River at its confluence with the Mekong. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2298 Laos, Luang Prabang: The side wall of the Haw Tai Pha Sai-nyaat (La Chapelle Rouge) is covered with mirror-shard mosaics depicting scenes of everyday life. It stands in the grounds of Wat Xieng Thong and dates from the 1950s. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2297 Laos, Luang Prabang: this "Tree of Life" on the rear wall of the Sim of Wat Xieng Thong was created in 1957 out of glass mosaics to celebrate the 2500th year of the birth of Buddha. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2296 Laos, Luang Prabang: the Haw Tai Pha Sai-nyaat chapel in the grounds of Wat Xieng Thong was dubbed "La Chapelle Rouge" (the Red Chapel) by the French. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2295 Laos, Luang Prabang: finely carved and gilded door of the Hóhng Kép Mien building housing the funeral carriage of Lao royalty. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2294 Laos, Luang Prabang: finely carved and gilded door of the Hóhng Kép Mien building housing the funeral carriage of Lao royalty. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2293 Laos, Luang Prabang: the ceremonial carriage used to carry the funeral urns of Lao royalty has five nagas as figureheads. It is housed in a special building, the Hóhng Kép Mien. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2292 Laos, Luang Prabang: the Buddha and shrine of Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham, built in 1821 to replace a 1796 original. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2291 Laos, Luang Prabang: the carved and gilded doors of Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham (1821) illustrate in detail the local way of life and the Ramayana. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2290 Laos, Luang Prabang: the carved and gilded doors of Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham (1821) illustrate in detail the local way of life and the Ramayana. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2289 Laos, Luang Prabang: the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre has an extensive display of local arts and crafts including these traditional woven Hmong skirts. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong, costume
PMR-D2288 Laos, Luang Prabang: Wat Pa Huak contains some unique murals, dating from 1860, showing visiting Chinese diplomats arriving on the Mekong River. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2287 Laos, Luang Prabang: Wat Pa Huak contains some unique murals, dating from 1860, showing visiting Chinese diplomats arriving by horse caravan. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2239 The Philippines, Angeles: a group of traditional wooden guesthouses, rebuilt in Nayong Pilipino cultural centre. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, hut, home, thatched roof, wooden houses
PMR-D2237 The Philippines, Angeles: a group of thatched huts in the Aeta Village at Nayong Pilipino. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, hut, home, thatched roof, wooden houses
PMR-D2236 The Philippines, Angeles: a group of dwellings in the Ifugao Village at Nayong Pilipino. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, hut, home, thatched roof, wooden houses, stilt homes
PMR-D2235 The Philippines, Angeles: a group of dwellings in the Ifugao Village at Nayong Pilipino. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, hut, home, thatched roof, wooden houses, stilt homes
PMR-D2234 The Philippines, Angeles: a group of dwellings in the Kalinga Village at Nayong Pilipino with typical crops in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, hut, home, thatched roof, wooden houses
PMR-D2233 The Philippines, Angeles: a guide at Nayong Pilipino in typical dress of Kalinga Province. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, costume, colourful, fashion
PMR-D2218 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Kreuzigung Hof (Crucifixion Court) in the 14-15th century Heilig Geist Spital, now an old people's home, takes its name from the crucifixion sculpture on the far wall. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR-D2217 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: admministrative wing of the 14-15th century Heilig Geist Spital, now an old people's home, with reflections in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR-D2216 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: admministrative wing of the 14-15th century Heilig Geist Spital, now an old people's home, with reflections in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR-D2213 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lenggries: Alpine view with ski hut below, from Brauneck. Keywords: alpine, mountains, snow, skiing, Alps, winter sports, cold, scenery, picturesque, countryside, mountain range, outdoor life
PMR-D2212 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lenggries: Alpine view with summit cross and stone steinbock (ibex) from Brauneck. Keywords: alpine, mountains, snow, skiing, Alps, winter sports, cold, scenery, picturesque, countryside, mountain range, outdoor life
PMR-D2211 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lenggries: Alpine view with summit cross and stone steinbock (ibex) from Brauneck. Keywords: alpine, mountains, snow, skiing, Alps, winter sports, cold, scenery, picturesque, countryside, mountain range, outdoor life
PMR-D2210 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lenggries: skiing off-piste on Brauneck. Keywords: alpine, mountains, snow, skiing, Alps, winter sports, cold, scenery, picturesque, countryside, mountain range, outdoor life
PMR-D2209 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lenggries: skiing off-piste on Brauneck. Keywords: alpine, mountains, snow, skiing, Alps, winter sports, cold, scenery, picturesque, countryside, mountain range, outdoor life
PMR-D2208 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lenggries: skiing off-piste on Brauneck. Keywords: alpine, mountains, snow, skiing, Alps, winter sports, cold, scenery, picturesque, countryside, mountain range, outdoor life
PMR-D2203 Laos, Luang Prabang: Saynamkhan River View Hotel, dating from French colonial times. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2202 Laos, Luang Prabang: Wat Haw Pha Bang Buddhist Temple, newly built to house the historic Pha Bang, an 83 cm-tall gold-alloy Buddha, after which the whole city is named. It arrived in 1512, was twice carried off to Thailand, but was returned by Rama IV in 1867. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2201 Laos, Luang Prabang: Wat Haw Pha Bang Buddhist Temple, newly built to house the historic Pha Bang, an 83 cm-tall gold-alloy Buddha, after which the whole city is named. It arrived in 1512, was twice carried off to Thailand, but was returned by Rama IV in 1867. View of the richly decorated door and portico, with Nagas lining the steps. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2200 Laos, Luang Prabang: Wat Haw Pha Bang Buddhist Temple, newly built to house the historic Pha Bang, an 83 cm-tall gold-alloy Buddha, after which the whole city is named. It arrived in 1512, was twice carried off to Thailand, but was returned by Rama IV in 1867. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2199 Laos, Luang Prabang: built in 1904, the former Royal Palace (Ho Kham) is now a museum displaying the royal furniture and accoutrements. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2198 Laos, Luang Prabang: built in 1904, the former Royal Palace (Ho Kham) is now a museum displaying the royal furniture and accoutrements. The last to live there was King Sisavang Vong (ruled 1905-59 whose statue stands in the grounds. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2197 Laos, Luang Prabang: built in 1904, the former Royal Palace (Ho Kham) is now a museum displaying the royal furniture and accoutrements. The approach is through an avenue of Palmyra Palms. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2196 Laos, Luang Prabang: built in 1904, the former Royal Palace (Ho Kham) is now a museum displaying the royal furniture and accoutrements. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2195 Laos, Luang Prabang: Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham, one of the most impressive temples in the city, was inaugurated in 1788 and housed the golden Pra Bang Buddha until 1947. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2194 Laos, Luang Prabang: Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham, one of the most impressive temples in the city, was inaugurated in 1788 and housed the golden Pra Bang Buddha until 1947. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2193 Laos, Luang Prabang: Sisavangvong Road, the main street of the old town. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2192 Laos, Luang Prabang: Hmong children in colourful traditional dress in a hill village near Luang Prabang. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2191 Laos, Luang Prabang: palm-thatched houses of the Hmong hill people in a village near Luang Prabang. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2190 Laos, Luang Prabang: bathing in the pools and waterfalls of the Kuang Si National Protected Area, about 30 km. from Luang Prabang. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Lao people, ex-Kingdom, former capital, French colonial, Mekong, swimming, cooling water, tropical, cooling off, fresh
PMR-D2189 Laos, Luang Prabang: bathing in the pools and waterfalls of the Kuang Si National Protected Area, about 30 km. from Luang Prabang. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Lao people, ex-Kingdom, former capital, French colonial, Mekong, swimming, cooling water, tropical, cooling off, fresh
PMR-D2188 Laos, Luang Prabang: bathing in the pools and waterfalls of the Kuang Si National Protected Area, about 30 km. from Luang Prabang. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Lao people, ex-Kingdom, former capital, French colonial, Mekong, swimming, cooling water, tropical, cooling off, fresh
PMR-D2187 Laos, Luang Prabang: bathing in the pools and waterfalls of the Kuang Si National Protected Area, about 30 km. from Luang Prabang. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Lao people, ex-Kingdom, former capital, French colonial, Mekong, swimming, cooling water, tropical, cooling off, fresh
PMR-D2186 Laos, Luang Prabang: bathing in the pools and waterfalls of the Kuang Si National Protected Area, about 30 km. from Luang Prabang. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Lao people, ex-Kingdom, former capital, French colonial, Mekong, swimming, cooling water, tropical, cooling off, fresh
PMR-D2185 Laos, Luang Prabang: bathing in the pools and waterfalls of the Kuang Si National Protected Area, about 30 km. from Luang Prabang. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Lao people, ex-Kingdom, former capital, French colonial, Mekong, swimming, cooling water, tropical, cooling off, fresh
PMR-D2184 Laos, Luang Prabang: bathing in the pools and waterfalls of the Kuang Si National Protected Area, about 30 km. from Luang Prabang. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Lao people, ex-Kingdom, former capital, French colonial, Mekong, swimming, cooling water, tropical, cooling off, fresh
PMR-D2183 Laos, Luang Prabang: bathing in the pools and waterfalls of the Kuang Si National Protected Area, about 30 km. from Luang Prabang. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Lao people, ex-Kingdom, former capital, French colonial, Mekong, swimming, cooling water, tropical, cooling off, fresh
PMR-D2182 Laos, Luang Prabang: Asian Black Bears (Ursus thibetanus) in the Tat Kuang Si Bear Rescue Centre, about 30 km. from Luang Prabang. In April 2014 they had 23 bears in care. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2181 Laos, Luang Prabang: Asian Black Bear(Ursus thibetanus) in the Tat Kuang Si Bear Rescue Centre, about 30 km. from Luang Prabang. In April 2014 they had 23 bears in care. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2180 Laos, Luang Prabang: river craft on the Mekong. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2179 Laos, Luang Prabang: spectacular wooded hills on the Mekong River, approaching the Buddha Caves. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2178 Laos, Luang Prabang: moored river craft on the Mekong River outside the Buddha Caves. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2177 Laos, Luang Prabang: spectacular wooded hills on the Mekong River, approaching the Buddha Caves. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2176 Laos, Luang Prabang: spectacular wooded hills on the Mekong River, approaching the Buddha Caves. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2175 Laos, Luang Prabang: spectacular wooded hills on the Mekong River, approaching the Buddha Caves. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2174 Laos, Luang Prabang: spectacular wooded hills on the Mekong River, approaching the Buddha Caves. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2173 Laos, Luang Prabang: water buffalo with calf on the bank of the Mekong River. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2172 Laos, Luang Prabang: river craft on the Mekong. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2171 Laos, Luang Prabang: temple in the trees overlooking the Mekong, surrounded by Flamboyant trees (Delonix regia). Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2170 Laos, Luang Prabang: river craft on the Mekong. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2169 Laos, Luang Prabang: view upstream of the Nam Khan River with mountainous background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2168 Laos, Luang Prabang: the seasonal bamboo bridge across the Nam Khan River which flows into the Mekong after a few hundred metres. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2167 Laos, Luang Prabang: the seasonal bamboo bridge across the Nam Khan River which flows into the Mekong after a few hundred metres. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2166 Laos, Luang Prabang: the Morning Food Market Street. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2165 Laos, Luang Prabang: Wat Pa Huak with facade showing Buddha riding Airavata, the three-headed elephant from Hindu mythology which featured on the Lao flag before 1975. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2164 Laos, Luang Prabang: view of sandbanks in the Mekong River from Phu Si hill, with Flamboyant tree (Delonix regia). Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2163 Laos, Luang Prabang: gilded Buddha teaching novices near Wat Thammothayalan on Phu Si hill. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2162 Laos, Luang Prabang: gilded Buddhas near Wat Thammothayalan on Phu Si hill, with reclining Buddha in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2161 Laos, Luang Prabang: gilded Buddhas near Wat Thammothayalan on Phu Si hill. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2160 Laos, Luang Prabang: the steps (329) up Phu Si hill with a Flamboyant tree (Flame of the Forest tree) (Delonix regia). Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2159 Laos, Luang Prabang: view of Sisvangvong Road and the old town from Phu Si hill, with the Mekong River on the left and a Flamboyant tree in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2158 Laos, Luang Prabang: view across the Mekong River from Phu Si hill, with the old town in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2157 Laos, Luang Prabang: view of Sisvangvong Road and the old town from Phu Si hill, with the Mekong River on the left and a Flamboyant tree in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2156 Laos, Luang Prabang: Wat Haw Pha Bang Buddhist Temple, newly built to house the historic Pha Bang, an 83 cm-tall gold-alloy Buddha, after which the whole city is named. It arrived in 1512, was twice carried off to Thailand, but was returned by Rama IV in 1867. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2155 Laos, Luang Prabang: Sisavangvong Road, the main street of the old town. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2154 Laos, Luang Prabang: Saynamkhan River View Hotel, dating from French colonial times. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom, culture, former capital, French colonial, Mekong
PMR-D2153 The Philippines, Manila: monument to Dr. José Rizal in Rizal Park. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2152 The Philippines, Manila: monument to Dr. José Rizal in Rizal Park. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2151 The Philippines, Manila: some of the crosses marking 17,000 graves in the American Cemetery and Memorial. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2150 The Philippines, Manila: some of the crosses marking 17,000 graves in the American Cemetery and Memorial. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2149 The Philippines, Manila: high-rise buildings nearing completion in Forbestown, seen from the American Cemetary and Memorial Park. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2148 The Philippines, Manila: some of the crosses marking 17,000 graves in the American Cemetery and Memorial. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2147 The Philippines, Manila: American Cemetery and Memorial - in the central tower is a devotional chapel and on the walls of the hemispheres are inscribed the names of 36,286 servicemen with no known grave. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2146 The Philippines, Manila: the cloisters of San Agustin Church, the oldest in the Philippines. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2145 The Philippines, Manila: the interior of Manila Cathedral, destroyed in WWII and rebuilt in 1951. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2144 The Philippines, Manila: traditional horse-drawn carriage in Fort Santiago Park. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2143 The Philippines, Manila: statue of Dr José Rizal, the leading freedom fighter against the Spanish, executed nearby in 1896. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2142 The Philippines, Manila: inside "Intra Muros", the walled enclave of the colonial Spanish, with police in historical costumes. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2141 The Philippines, Manila: neo-classical gateway to Fort Santiago, dating from Spanish colonial times, but reconstructed after war damage. The tableau with the horseman is believed original. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2140 The Philippines, Manila: neo-classical gateway to Fort Santiago, dating from Spanish colonial times, but reconstructed after war damage, with reflection in canal. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2139 The Philippines, Manila: traditional horse-drawn carriage in Fort Santiago Park. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2138 The Philippines, Manila: seated bronze statues of Philippine notables in Fort Santiago Park. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2137 The Philippines, Manila: the giant flagpole and Philippine flag in Rizal Park. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2136 The Philippines, Manila: monument to Dr. José Rizal in Rizal Park. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D2073 England, Kent, Westerham: late afternoon shadows in the parkland at Chartwell (National Trust), the former home of Winston and Clementine Churchill. Keywords: conservation, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation
PMR-D2072 Kent: the lower lake in Chartwell Gardens, with the Weald of Kent beyond. Keywords: manor house, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D2071 Kent: the entrance front of Chartwell House (NT). Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D2070 England, Kent, Westerham: Chartwell (National Trust), the former home of Winston and Clementine Churchill. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D2069 The Weald of Kent, from Chartwell Gardens. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D2066 England, Kent, Westerham: Chartwell (National Trust), the former home of Winston and Clementine Churchill. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D2046 Scotland, Edinburgh: Greyfriars Kirk. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2045 Scotland, Edinburgh: Greyfriars Churchyard. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2044 Scotland, Edinburgh: the grave of Greyfriars Bobby in Greyfriars Churchyard. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2043 Edinburgh: entrance to Greyfriars Churchyard, with monument to Greyfriars Bobby. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2042 Edinburgh: grave of John Gray, where Greyfriars Bobby lay, daily, for 14 years. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2041 Edinburgh: Greyfriars Churchyard. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2040 Scotland, Edinburgh: statue of William Chambers of Glenormiston, Lord Provost of the city. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2039 Scotland, Edinburgh: Calton Hill, with the Obelisk, Dugald Stewart Monument, classical National Monument. Nelson's Monument, and ministry building. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2038 Scotland, Edinburgh: Nelson's Monument on Calton Hill. A basket on the mast used to be dropped precisely at the one-o'clock gunshot, to enable ships' crews to set their chronometers. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2037 Scotland, Edinburgh: Dugald Stewart Monument on Calton Hill, with the castle and Balmoral Hotel in the distance. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2036 Edinburgh: view from Calton Hill, with the Castle, Balmoral Hotel and Scott Monument. Keywords: architecture, panorama, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2035 Scotland, Edinburgh: view from Calton Hill, with St. Mary's Roman Catholic Cathedral below. Keywords: architecture, panorama, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2034 Scotland, Edinburgh: the gates of Holyrood House. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2033 Scotland, Edinburgh: "Dynamic Earth" building and the new Scottish Parliament, from a bluff in Holyrood Park. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2031 Scotland, Edinburgh: the new Scottish Parliament building, architect Enric Miralles, opened in 2004. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2030 Edinburgh: Holyrood House from Holyrood Park. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2029 Edinburgh: Calton Hill from Holyrood Park, with Nelson's Monument, City Observatory, National Monument and Firth of Forth. Keywords: architecture, panorama, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2028 Scotland, Edinburgh: view from Holyrood Park, with "Dynamic Earth" Interactive Centre, the New Scottish Parliament, Holyrood House, and the Firth of Forth. Keywords: architecture, panorama, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2027 Scotland, Edinburgh: Canongate Tolbooth with clock dated 1884. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2026 Scotland, Edinburgh: Nelson's Monument, supposed to resemble a telescope, on Calton Hill. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2025 Scotland, Edinburgh: obelisk (1844) in the Old Calton Burial Ground commemorating the exiled revolutionary Thomas Muir, and art-deco ministry building. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2024 Edinburgh: statue of the 5th Duke of Buccleuch in front of St. Giles Cathedral. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2023 Scotland, Edinburgh: memorial to David Hume, philosopher, poet and historian (1558-1629). Keywords: architecture, monument, statue, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, capital city, metropolis
PMR-D2022 Scotland, Edinburgh: Deacon Brodie's Tavern on the Royal Mile, with the former HQ of the Bank of Scotland behind. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2021 Scotland, Edinburgh: statue of Alexander restraining Bucephalus in the courtyard of the neo-classical City Chambers. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2020 Edinburgh: memorial to the King's Own Scottish Borderers on North Bridge, with Nelson Monument in the background. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2019 Edinburgh Castle: view from the terrace with Argyle Battery and One O'Clock Gun. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2018 Edinburgh Castle: giant siege gun "Mons Meg" from 1457. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2017 Edinburgh Castle: firing a flintlock! Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2016 Scotland, Edinburgh: loading a flintlock in Edinburgh Castle. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2015 Edinburgh: view from the Castle Terrace with One O'Clock Gun. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2014 Scotland, Edinburgh: view from Castle Hill, with Waverley Station, North Bridge, the Scott Monument, Balmoral Hotel and Calton Hill. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, capital city, metropolis
PMR-D2013 Edinburgh: view from Castle Hill, with green dome of the former HQ of the Bank of Scotland. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2012 Edinburgh: view from Castle Hill, with Waverley Station, the Scott Monument, Balmoral Hotel and Calton Hill. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, capital city, metropolis
PMR-D2011 Edinburgh: Princes Street Gardens with the Firth of Forth Estuary behind. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, capital city, metropolis
PMR-D2010 Edinburgh: the Mound, with the National Gallery of Scotland and the Royal Scottish Academy. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2009 Edinburgh: Ramsay Garden, former home of poet, Allan Ramsay (1686-1758). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2008 Edinburgh: colourful shop on Victoria Street. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2007 Edinburgh: George IV Bridge. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2006 Scotland, Edinburgh: memorial to Greyfriars Bobby (1856-72). Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2005 Scotland, Edinburgh: the Grassmarket, with the Covenanters' Memorial, where the gibbet formerly stood. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2004 Scotland, Edinburgh: the castle, from the Grassmarket. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, capital city, metropolis
PMR-D2003 Edinburgh Castle from the Grassmarket. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, capital city, metropolis
PMR-D2002 Edinburgh: pipe band passing the City Chambers on the Royal Mile. Keywords: architecture, bagpipes, parade, procession, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D2001 Edinburgh: Calton Hill, with the Nelson Monument and the unfinished classical National Monument. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, capital city, metropolis
PMR-D1999 Northumberland: Warkworth Castle - fortified entry tower and moat. Keywords: architecture, defence, fortifications, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1998 Northumberland: Warkworth Castle. Keywords: architecture, defence, fortifications, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1997 Northumberland: old stone bridge and town gate at Warkworth. Keywords: architecture, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR-D1996 Northumberland: old stone bridge over the River Croquet at Warkworth. Keywords: architecture, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1995 Northumberland: Church and Cenotaph at Warkworth. Keywords: architecture, colourful, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1994 Northumberland: Warkworth Castle (12th century). Keywords: architecture, defence, fortifications, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1993 England, Northumberland: Hadrian's Wall, built in the 2nd century AD. Keywords: heritage, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1992 England, Northumberland: Hadrian's Wall, built in the 2nd century AD, at one of the crossing points. Keywords: heritage, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1991 Northumberland: Hadrian's Wall. Keywords: heritage, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1990 Northumberland: Hadrian's Wall. Keywords: heritage, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1989 England, Northumberland: Hadrian's Wall, built in the 2nd century AD. Keywords: heritage, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1988 England, Northumberland: Hadrian's Wall, built in the 2nd century AD. Keywords: heritage, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1987 England, Northumberland: Hadrian's Wall, built in the 2nd century AD. Crag Lough in the background. Keywords: heritage, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1986 England, Northumberland: Hadrian's Wall, built in the 2nd century AD. Keywords: heritage, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1985 Northumberland: Hadrian's Wall. Keywords: heritage, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1984 Northumberland: Hadrian's Wall. Keywords: heritage, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1983 Northumberland: ruins of Roman Housesteads Fort (NT)(AD 122) - granary floor supports. Keywords: heritage, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1982 England, Northumberland: ruins of Roman Housesteads Fort (National Trust), founded about 122 AD and one of 16 forts adjoining Hadrian's Wall. Keywords: heritage, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1981 Northumberland: Hadrian's Wall at Housesteads Fort (NT). Keywords: architecture, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1980 Northumberland: ruins of Roman Housesteads Fort (AD 122) (NT) - the latrines. Keywords: architecture, defence, fortifications , archeology, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1979 Northumberland: ruins of Lindisfarne Priory (AD 635). Keywords: architecture, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1978 Northumberland: ruins of Lindisfarne Priory (AD 635). Keywords: architecture, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1977 Northumberland: Lindisfarne Priory on Holy Island, founded by St. Aidan in 635 AD. Keywords: architecture, preservation, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1976 Northumberland: Lindisfarne Castle (NT). Keywords: architecture, fortifications, castle, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1975 Northumberland: Lindisfarne Castle (NT). Keywords: architecture, fortifications, castle, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1974 Northumberland: Lindisfarne Castle (NT). Keywords: architecture, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation, castle, fortifications
PMR-D1973 England, Northumberland, Holy Island, Lindisfarne Castle (National Trust), on its whinstone hill, Beblowe Hill, was founded in the 16th century but much modified by Sir Edwin Lutyens at the beginning of the 20th century. Here, the walled garden, planned by Gertrude Jekyll, a short distance from the castle. Keywords: architecture, fortifications, castle, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1972 England, Northumberland, Holy Island, Lindisfarne Castle (National Trust), on its whinstone hill, Beblowe Hill, was founded in the 16th century but much modified by Sir Edwin Lutyens at the beginning of the 20th century. Here, the walled garden, planned by Gertrude Jekyll, a short distance from the castle. Keywords: architecture, fortifications, castle, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1971 England, Northumberland, Holy Island, Lindisfarne Castle (National Trust), on its whinstone hill, Beblowe Hill, was founded in the 16th century but much modified by Sir Edwin Lutyens at the beginning of the 20th century. Keywords: architecture, fortifications, castle, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1970 Northumberland: Lindidfarne Castle (NT). Keywords: architecture, fortifications, castle, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1969 England, Northumberland, Holy Island, Lindisfarne Castle (National Trust), on its whinstone hill, Beblowe Hill, was founded in the 16th century but much modified by Sir Edwin Lutyens at the beginning of the 20th century. Keywords: architecture, fortifications, castle, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1968 England, Northumberland, Holy Island, Lindisfarne Castle (National Trust), on its whinstone hill, Beblowe Hill, was founded in the 16th century but much modified by Sir Edwin Lutyens at the beginning of the 20th century. Keywords: architecture, fortifications, castle, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1967 England, Northumberland, Holy Island, Lindisfarne Castle (National Trust), on its whinstone hill, Beblowe Hill, was founded in the 16th century but much modified by Sir Edwin Lutyens at the beginning of the 20th century. Keywords: architecture, fortifications, castle, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1966 England, Northumberland: Bamburgh Castle. Its predecessor, Din Guarie, may have been the British capital from 420 to 547 AD. Keywords: architecture, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1965 Northumberland: the harbour at Seahouses. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, moorings, boats, coastal scenery, coast
PMR-D1964 England, Northumberland: flock of feeding Redshanks (Tringa totanus) at Budle Bay. Keywords: picturesque, waders, ornithology, seabirds, coastal scenery, coast
PMR-D1963 England, Northumberland: landscape at Budle Bay. Keywords: picturesque, seabirds, coastal scenery, coast
PMR-D1962 Northumberland: landscape at Budle Bay. Keywords: picturesque, seabirds, coastal scenery, coast
PMR-D1961 Northumberland: Bamburgh Castle from the sand dunes. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1959 Northumberland: Bamburgh Castle from the beach. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1958 England, Northumberland: Bamburgh Castle. Its predecessor, Din Guarie, may have been the British capital from 420 to 547 AD. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1957 England, Northumberland: Alnwick Castle, dating back to 1096. Keywords: architecture, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1955 England, Staffordshire, Biddulph Grange (National Trust), with a remarkable garden created by the owner, James Bateman, in the 19th century. Here, the Dahlia Walk, protected by a buttressed yew hedge. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1954 England, Staffordshire, Biddulph Grange (National Trust), with a remarkable garden created by the owner, James Bateman, in the 19th century. Here, the Wellingtonia Avenue. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1952 Staffordshire: gilded water buffalo overlooking the China Garden at Biddulph Grange (NT). Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1951 England, Staffordshire, Biddulph Grange (National Trust), with a remarkable garden created by the owner, James Bateman, in the 19th century. Here, part of the China Garden. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1950 Staffordshire: Biddulph Grange (NT). Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1949 Cheshire: Little Moreton Hall (NT). Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1948 England, Cheshire, Congleton: Little Moreton Hall (National Trust), a 16th century Elizabethan timber framed manor house, former home of the Moreton family. Painted panelling from about 1580, recently discovered under the panelling in the Parlour. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1947 Cheshire: Little Moreton Hall (NT). Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1946 Cheshire: Little Moreton Hall (NT). Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1945 England, Cheshire, Congleton: Little Moreton Hall (National Trust), a 16th century Elizabethan timber framed manor house, former home of the Moreton family. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1944 England, Cheshire, Congleton: Little Moreton Hall (National Trust), a 16th century Elizabethan timber framed manor house, former home of the Moreton family. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1943 England, Cheshire, Congleton: Little Moreton Hall (National Trust), a 16th century Elizabethan timber framed manor house, former home of the Moreton family. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1942 Cheshire: Little Moreton Hall (NT). Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1941 England, Cheshire, Congleton: Little Moreton Hall (National Trust), a 16th century Elizabethan timber framed manor house, former home of the Moreton family. The Long Gallery was added in the late 16th century, after the house had been completed. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1940 Cheshire: Little Moreton Hall (NT). Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1939 Cheshire: staircase and landing by Samuel Wyatt (1780s) in Tatton House. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1938 England, Cheshire, Tatton House and Park (National Trust), the former home of the Egerton family. The Italian Garden and part of the surrounding parkland which stretches over more than 1000 acres. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1937 Cheshire: view of the Italian Garden from the Amber Bedroom of Tatton House (NT). Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1936 Cheshire: Bridgewater Canal at Lymm. Keywords: historic, picturesque, Bridgewater Canal, barges, narrow boats, architecture, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D1935 England, Cheshire, Lymm: narrow boats on the Bridgewater Canal. Keywords: historic, picturesque, Bridgewater Canal, barges, narrow boats, architecture, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D1934 England, Cheshire, Lymm: narrow boat on the Bridgewater Canal. Keywords: historic, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, narrow boats, barges, Bridgewater Canal, picturesque
PMR-D1933 England, Cheshire, Lymm: narrow boast on the Bridgewater Canal. Keywords: historic, picturesque, Bridgewater Canal, barges, narrow boats, architecture, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D1932 England, Cheshire, Lymm: cottages near the centre of the village. Keywords: historic, mediaeval, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D1931 England, Cheshire, Lymm: the village cross and stocks. Keywords: historic, mediaeval, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D1930 England, Cheshire, Dunham Massey (National Trust), an 18th century manor house in 300-acres of parkland. Fallow deer (Dama dama) grazing in the grounds. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1929 England, Cheshire, Dunham Massey (National Trust), an 18th century manor house in 300-acres of parkland. Fallow deer (Dama dama) grazing in the grounds. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1928 England, Cheshire, Dunham Massey (National Trust), an 18th century manor house in 300-acres of parkland. The Old Mill (1616) in the grounds, was last used as a saw mill. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1927 Cheshire: Fallow Deer near the " African" sun dial, at Dunham Massey (NT). Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1926 England, Cheshire, Dunham Massey (National Trust), an 18th century manor house in 300-acres of parkland. Fallow deer near the Coach House, with its distinguished cupola. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1925 Cheshire village stocks at Lymm. Keywords: historic, mediaeval, heritage, picturesque
PMR-D1924 England, Cheshire, Lymm: narrow boat on the Bridgewater Canal. Keywords: historic, picturesque, Bridgewater Canal, barges, narrow boats, architecture, heritage, mediaeval
PMR-D1911 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the Clifton Maybank frontispiece was added to the west front by Edward Phelips in the 1780s. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1910 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the Column Garden, with Doric columns and clipped yew hedge. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1909 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the house from the south east, with croquet lawn and "Wobbley Hedge". Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1908 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the western approach to the house, looking towards the gate. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1907 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the walled east court, with the avenue of limes in the background. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1906 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the house from the south east, with sweet chestnut tree in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1905 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the east front, with the two garden pavilions. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1904 Somerset: south-facing herbacious border in the East Court of Montacute House (NT). Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1903 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the fountain in the north garden. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1902 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the "Wobbley Hedge". Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1901 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the house from the north east, with topiary work. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1900 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the east front with ballustraded wall of the east court. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1899 Somerset: fountain in the North Garden of Montacute House (NT). Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1898 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the house from the south east, with croquet lawn and "Wobbley Hedge". Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1897 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: the house from the south east, with croquet lawn and "Wobbley Hedge". Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1896 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: entrance to the east court. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1895 England, Somerset, Montacute House (National Trust), former home of the Phelips family: two of the "Nine Worthies" (Joshua and David) on the east front of the house. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1894 Somerset: Montacute House (NT). Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1893 Cornwall: the Parterre Garden of Lanhydrock (NT). Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1892 England, Cornwall, Lanhydrock (National Trust), the former home of the Robartes family: view of the house from the west, upper garden, with view of the countryside. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1891 England, Cornwall, Lanhydrock (National Trust), the former home of the Robartes family: the main entrance in the east front. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1890 England, Cornwall, Lanhydrock (National Trust), the former home of the Robartes family: formal gardens and topiary. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1889 England, Cornwall, Lanhydrock (National Trust), the former home of the Robartes family: formal gardens and east front. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1888 England, Cornwall, Lanhydrock (National Trust), the former home of the Robartes family: formal gardens and east front. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1887 England, Cornwall, Lanhydrock (National Trust), the former home of the Robartes family: formal gardens and east front. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1886 England, Cornwall, Lanhydrock (National Trust), the former home of the Robartes family: the gatehouse, built as a hunting lodge in 1651. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1885 England, Cornwall, Lanhydrock (National Trust), the former home of the Robartes family: the gatehouse and east front. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1884 England, Devon, Yelverton: Buckland Abbey (National Trust) was converted to a manor house by Sir Richard Grenville, and later lived in by Sir Francis Drake. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1883 England, Devon, Yelverton: Buckland Abbey (National Trust) was converted to a manor house by Sir Richard Grenville, and later lived in by Sir Francis Drake. This detached, 14th century building is known as "The Monks' Guest House" although its original purpose was probably agricultural. Keywords: architecture, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1882 England, Devon, Yelverton: Buckland Abbey (National Trust) was converted to a manor house by Sir Richard Grenville, and later lived in by Sir Francis Drake. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1881 Cornwall: Castle on St. Michael's Mount. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, estate
PMR-D1880 England, Cornwall, St. Michael's Mount (National Trust): visitors crossing to the island on the almost fully exposed causeway. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, estate
PMR-D1879 England, Cornwall, St. Michael's Mount (National Trust): visitors negotiating the still-submerged causeway, with Marazion in the background. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, estate
PMR-D1878 England, Cornwall, St. Michael's Mount (National Trust): the castle gardens, with Agapanthus flowers. Keywords: heritage, estate, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1877 Cornwall: gardens at St. Michael's Mount. Keywords: heritage, estate, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1876 Cornwall: the harbour at St. Michael's Mount with Marazion on the mainland. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, estate
PMR-D1875 England, Cornwall, St. Michael's Mount (National Trust): the harbour, seen from the castle. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, estate
PMR-D-2032 Edinburgh: view from Holyrood Park, with Balmoral Hotel, North Bridge, Waverley Station and the Firth of Forth. Keywords: architecture, panorama, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR-D1874 Austrian Tyrol: Wetterstein Mountains reflected in the Kaltwassersee. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1873 Austrian Tyrol: funicular car reflected in the Kaltwassersee. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1872 Austrian Tyrol: tele shot of funicular car below the Rosshutte. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1871 Austrian Tyrol: tele shot of the Rosshutte and Seefelder Joch. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1870 Austrian Tyrol: the Rosshutte and Seefelder Joch, from Kaltwassersee. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1869 Austrian Tyrol: reflections in the Kaltwassersee near the Rosshutte. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1868 Austrian Tyrol: Wetterstein Mountains reflected in Kaltwassersee near the Rosshutte. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1867 Austrian Tyrol: tele shot of Mittenwald from Seefelder Joch. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D1866 Austrian Tyrol: Scharnitz and Mittenwald from Seefelder Joch. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1865 Austrian Tyrol: Scharnitz and Mittenwald from Seefelder Joch. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D1862 Austrian Tyrol: Rosshutte and Kaltwassersee from Seefelder Joch. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1861 Austrian Tyrol: summit cross on Seefelder Joch (2080m). Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1860 Austrian Tyrol: cablecar station on Seefelder Joch. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1859 Austrian Tyrol: Schneefernerscharte and Zugspitze glacier, from Seefelder Joch. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1858 Austrian Tyrol: tele shot of Seekirchl from Seefelder Joch. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1857 Austrian Tyrol: Seefeld and Inn Valley from Seefelder Joch. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1856 Austrian Tyrol: panorama from Seefelder Joch (2080m). Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1855 Austrian Tyrol: Seefelder Joch (2080m) with Mittenwald behind. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1854 Austrian Tyrol: Eppzirler Alm in Eppzirler Valley. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1853 Austrian Tyrol: Eppzirler Alm with Erlspitze behind, from the Rosshutte. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1852 Austrian Tyrol: funicular approaching Rosshutte station. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D1851 Austrian Tyrol: Seefeld and Hohe Munde from the Rosshutte. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D1850 Upper Bavaria: shade-seeking cows near Bad Tolz. Keywords: alpine, cattle, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D1849 Upper Bavaria: stream in a wood near Bad Tolz. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D1848 Upper Bavaria: view of Pfronten and the Alps from Roefleuter Berg. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1847 Upper Bavaria: view of Pfronten and the Alps from Roefleuter Berg.. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1846 Pfronten: the Gundhütte from above. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1845 Upper Bavaria: view of Pfronten and the Alps from Edelsberg. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D1844 Pfronten: view from Edelsberg. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D1843 Pfronten: view of Alps with rowan berries, from Edelsberg (1629m.). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D1842 Pfronten: Keppeler Alp Hut (1350m.)with view of the Alps. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1841 Pfronten: beer terrace of Keppeler Alp Hut (1350m.). Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR-D1840 Pfronten: view from the Keppeler Alp (1350m.). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D1839 Pfronten: view from the Keppeler Alp (1350m.). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D1833 Cheshire: 12-foot figure of Mr Darcy in the lake at Lyme Park to celebrate the bicentenary of Pride and Prejudice. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation, neo classical, Jane Austen
PMR-D1832 Cheshire: the Rose Garden at Lyme Park (NT). Keywords: conservation, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation
PMR-D1831 England, Cheshire: Strolling on the Orangery Terrace at Lyme Park, House and Garden (National Trust), the home of the Legh family for 550 years. Keywords: architecture, period costumes, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1830 Cheshire: the Orangery Terrace at Lyme Park (NT). Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation, neo classical
PMR-D1829 Cheshire: the Orangery Terrace at Lyme Park (NT) Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation, neo classical
PMR-D1828 Cheshire: the Orangery Terrace at Lyme Park (NT). Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation, neo classical
PMR-D1827 Cheshire: the Dutch Garden at Lyme Park. Keywords: manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1826 Cheshire: 12-foot figure of Mr Darcy in the lake at Lyme Park (NT) celebrating bicentenary of Pride and Prejudice. Keywords: architecture, Jane Austen, neo classical, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1825 Cheshire: picnic in costume, Lyme Park (NT). Keywords: architecture, neo classical, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1824 Cheshire: Lyme Park House (NT). Keywords: architecture, neo classical, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1823 Cheshire: Lyme Park House (NT). Keywords: architecture, neo classical, conservation, preservation, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1822 Cheshire: Little Moreton Hall (NT). Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate, preservation, conservation
PMR-D1820 West Midlands: Wightwick Manor (NT). Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1819 West Midlands: Wightwick Manor (NT). Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1818 Cornwall: cannons at St. Mawes Castle. Keywords: architecture, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR-D1817 Cornwall: view from St. Mawes Castle. Keywords: historic, gardens, park, heritage, picturesque, culture
PMR-D1816 Cornwall: gardens of St. Mawes Castle. Keywords: historic, gardens, park, heritage, picturesque, culture
PMR-D1815 Cornwall: view from St. Mawes Castle. Keywords: historic, gardens, park, heritage, picturesque, culture
PMR-D1814 Cornwall: sunshine on liquor bottles. Keywords: historic, alcohol, drinking, heritage, picturesque, culture
PMR-D1813 England, Cornwall: St. Mawes Castle. Keywords: architecture, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR-D1812 Cornwall: the Water Tower (1820s) in Trelissick Gardens (NT). Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate
PMR-D1811 Corwall: arboretum in Trelissick Gardens (NT). Keywords: estate, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home
PMR-D1810 Cornwall: hydrangeas in Trelissick Gardens (NT). Keywords: estate, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home
PMR-D1809 Cornwall: Tiger Lilies (Lilium lancifolium) in Trelissick Gardens (NT). Keywords: estate, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home
PMR-D1808 Cornwall: Tiger Lilies (Lilium lancifolium) in Trelissick Gardens (NT). Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate
PMR-D1807 Cornwall: herbacious border in Trelissick Gardens (NT). Keywords: manor house, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1806 Cornwall: herbacious border in Trelissick Gardens (NT). Keywords: manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate
PMR-D1805 Cornwall: herbacious border in Trelissick Gardens (NT). Keywords: estate, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home
PMR-D1804 Cornwall: the manor house in Trelissick Gardens (NT). Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1803 Cornwall: the manor house in Trelissick Gardens (NT). Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1802 Cornwall: castle gardens of St. Michael's Mount. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, estate
PMR-D1801 Cornwall: cannons on the castle battlements of St. Michael's Mount. Keywords: estate, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home
PMR-D1800 Cornwall: castle gardens of St. Michael's Mount. Keywords: heritage, estate, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1799 Cornwall: the harbour at Marazion, from St. Michael's Mount. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate
PMR-D1798 Cornwall: Marazion, from the battlements of the castle on St. Michael's Mount. Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage
PMR-D1797 Cornwall: harbour at St. Michael's Mount with Marazion in the background. Keywords: heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, estate
PMR-D1788 Stourhead Landscape Garden (NT): St. Peter's Church. Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1787 Stourhead Landscape Garden (NT): cottages in Stourhead village. Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1786 Stourhead Landscape Garden (NT): the Palladian Stone Bridge. Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1785 Stourhead Landscape Garden (NT): the Pantheon. Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1784 Stourhead Landscape Garden (NT): the Temple of Flora. Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1783 Stourhead Landscape Garden (NT): the lake, from the Pantheon. Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1782 Stourhead Landscape Garden (NT): the River God in the Grotto. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate
PMR-D1781 England, Wiltshire, Stourhead: Stourhead Landscape Garden: the Nymph of the Grotto (National Trust). Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1780 Stourhead Landscape Garden (NT): the Temple of Apollo. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate
PMR-D1779 Stourhead Landscape Garden (NT): the Temple of Apollo. Keywords: architecture, manor house, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, ancestral home, estate
PMR-D1778 Stourhead Landscape Garden (NT): the Pantheon. Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1763 Devon: Knightshayes (NT) - house from the south terrace. Keywords: architecture, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1762 Devon: Knightshayes (NT) - view from the South Garden. Keywords: architecture, estate, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1761 Devon: Knightshayes (NT) - waterlily pool. Keywords: architecture, ancestral home, park, landscape garden, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor house
PMR-D1760 Devon: Knightshayes (NT). Keywords: architecture, manor house, manor, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR-D1759 Devon: Knightshayes (NT). Keywords: architecture, manor house, manor, heritage, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR-D1758 Devon: Knightshayes (NT). Keywords: architecture, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor, manor house
PMR-D1757 Devon: Knightshayes (NT). Keywords: architecture, historic, culture, picturesque, heritage, manor, manor house
PMR-D1756 England, Devon, Plymouth: the figure of King William III overlooks the entrance to Plymouth Docks. Keywords: historic, royal, colourful, statue, picturesque, culture
PMR-D1755 Dorset: Sherborne Abbey. Keywords: architecture, church, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1754 Dorset: Sherborne Abbey. Keywords: architecture, church, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D1753 Somerset: Tintinhull House and Gardens (NT). Keywords: historic, botanical, botany, flowering plants, garden plants, picturesque, culture
PMR-D1752 Somerset: Tintinhull Gardens (NT). Keywords: historic, botanical, botany, flowering plants, garden plants, picturesque, culture
PMR-D1751 England, Devon, Exmouth: A La Ronde, a dwelling of unusual circular design (National Trust): reflected view of the eight doorways leading from the central hall. Keywords: architecture, holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR-D1750 Exmouth: A La Ronde (NT) Keywords: architecture, holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR-D1749 Exmouth: A La Ronde (NT) Keywords: architecture, holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR-D1748 Exmouth: bridge over harbour basin channel. Keywords: architecture, boats, holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR-D1747 Exmouth: the harbour basin. Keywords: architecture, boats, holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR-D1746 Exmouth: the Esplanade, late afternoon. Keywords: culture, bathers, silver sea, holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque
PMR-D1745 Exmouth: launching the lifeboat. Keywords: culture, unsinkable, life-saving, R.N.L.I., holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque
PMR-D1744 Exmouth: launching the lifeboat. Keywords: culture, unsinkable, life-saving, R.N.L.I., holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque
PMR-D1743 Exmouth: launching the lifeboat. Keywords: culture, unsinkable, life-saving, R.N.L.I., holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque
PMR-D1742 Exmouth: launching the lifeboat. Keywords: culture, unsinkable, life-saving, R.N.L.I., holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque
PMR-D1741 Exmouth: launching the lifeboat. Keywords: culture, unsinkable, life-saving, R.N.L.I., holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque
PMR-D1740 Exmouth: launching the lifeboat. Keywords: culture, unsinkable, life-saving, R.N.L.I., holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque
PMR-D1739 Exmouth: launching the lifeboat. Keywords: culture, unsinkable, life-saving, R.N.L.I., holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque
PMR-D1738 Exmouth: launching the lifeboat. Keywords: culture, unsinkable, life-saving, R.N.L.I., holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque
PMR-D1737 Exmouth: launching the lifeboat. Keywords: culture, unsinkable, life-saving, R.N.L.I., holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque
PMR-D1736 Exmouth: Sandy Bay. Keywords: culture, picturesque, seaside town, holiday resort, beach, holidays, bathing, sand
PMR-D1735 Exmouth: beach huts on Queens Drive. Keywords: culture, holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque
PMR-D1734 Exmouth: gardens on Queens Drive. Keywords: historic, holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque, culture
PMR-D1733 Exmouth: Louisa Terrace from Queens Drive. Keywords: architecture, historic, culture, picturesque, seaside town, holiday resort
PMR-D1732 Exmouth: Strand, from traffic island. Keywords: architecture, holiday resort, seaside town, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR-D1731 Exmouth: the war memorial. Keywords: holiday resort, historic, culture, picturesque, seaside town
PMR-D1720 Cactus flower on Coryphantha. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D1719 Common Spotted Orchid (?) (Dactylorhiza fuchsii) Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, botany, botanical, wild flowers, plants
PMR-D1718 Lake Ferchensee with Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking
PMR-D1717 Musk Thistle (Carduus nutans) with Buff-tailed Bumblebee (Bombus terrestris). Keywords: alpine, bees, insects, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, botany, botanical, wild flowers, plants
PMR-D1716 Red Helleborine (Cephalanthera rubra) on Kranzberg. Keywords: plants, alpine plants, ecology, nature, countryside, picturesque, botany, botanical, wild flowers, orchids
PMR-D1715 Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare). Keywords: plants, wild flowers, botanical, botany, picturesque, countryside, nature, ecology
PMR-D1712 Cactus flower on Coryphantha. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D1710 Cactus flower on Coryphantha. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D1709 Cactus flower on Coryphantha. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D1699 Orchid flower on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D1698 Orchid flower on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D1697 Orchid flower on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D1696 Orchid flower on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D1695 Flower on Epiphyllum hybrid. Keywords: nature, picturesque, botany, botanical, plants, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, forest cactus, beauty, delicate, fragrant, horticultural, exotic
PMR-D1694 Flower on Epiphyllum hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, forest cactus, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR-D1693 Flower on Epiphyllum hybrid. Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, forest cactus, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque
PMR147K-36 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: the twin spires of St. Michael's Church and former monastery, seen from the Residenz garden. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Franconia, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR147K-35 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: Altes Rathaus (Old Townhall), dating from 1440, on its island in the River Regnitz, view from the south-west. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, Franconia, architecture, timber frame, half-timbered
PMR147K-34 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: Baroque balcony, known as "the swallow's nest", added to the Rathaus (Townhall) in 1744-56 by architect M. Küchel. Keywords: picturesque, timber-framed, half-timbered, architecture, frescoes, Franconia, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR147K-33 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: statue of Kaiserin Kunigunde, wife of Kaiser Heinrich II, who founded the town in 1007 AD. Keywords: picturesque, Empress, monument, sculpture, Franconia, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR147K-32 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: picturesque waterside cottages of "Klein Venedig" (Little Venice). Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, Franconia
PMR147K-31 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: picturesque waterside cottages of "Klein Venedig" (Little Venice). Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, Franconia
PMR147K-30 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: picturesque waterside cottages of "Klein Venedig" (Little Venice). Keywords: picturesque, architecture, timber-framed, half-timbered, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, Franconia
PMR147K-29 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: the modern Concert Hall, home of the famous Bamberg Symphony Orchestra. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, Franconia, music
PMR147K-28 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: picturesque waterside cottages of "Klein Venedig" (Little Venice). Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Franconia, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR147K-27 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: picturesque waterside cottages of "Klein Venedig" (Little Venice). Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Franconia, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR147K-26 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: "Am Kranen" and "Klein Venedig" (Little Venice), from a river cruise boat. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, Franconia
PMR147K-25 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: a cobbled street and a timber-framed house in the old town, with two of the cathedral towers in the background. Keywords: picturesque, Franconia, fortifications, defence, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR147K-24 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: Altes Rathaus (Old Townhall), dating from 1440, on its island in the River Regnitz, with both bridges in view. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, Franconia, architecture, timber frame, half-timbered
PMR147K-23 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: Altes Rathaus (Old Townhall), dating from 1440, on its island in the River Regnitz, with the frescoes visible beyond the bridge. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, Franconia, architecture, timber frame, half-timbered
PMR147K-22 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: burgher house frontages reflected in the River Regnitz, with the first coltsfoot flowers of spring. Keywords: picturesque, half timbered, timber-framed, architecture, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, Franconia
PMR147K-21 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: "Am Kranen", with twin spires of St. Michael's Church and former monastery, and veteran cranes in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, Franconia, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR147K-20 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: "Am Kranen", the quayside of the River Regnitz, with preserved veteran cranes. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, Franconia, cobblestones
PMR147K-19 Germany, Bavaria, Freystadt: the ObererTor (Upper Gate) survives, but the rest of the mediaeval town wall has gone. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, defence, fortifications, Franconia
PMR147K-18 Germany, Bavaria, Freystadt: colourful gabled houses on the upper Market Place. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, cobblestones, Franconia
PMR147K-17 Germany, Bavaria, Freystadt: Baroque pilgrimage church of Maria Hilf, built 1700-10 by Giovanni Viscardi. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, Franconia
PMR147K-16 Germany, Bavaria, Hilpoltstein: the surviving doorway to the castle, with mediaeval stone carvings. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, cobblestones, defence, fortifications, Franconia
PMR147K-15 Germany, Bavaria, Hilpoltstein: view of the town from the castle tower. with the parish church in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, Franconia, panorama
PMR147K-14 Germany, Bavaria, Hilpoltstein: 22-metre-high tower (keep) of the mediaeval castle, dating from the 13th century. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, defence, fortifications, Franconia
PMR146K-21 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: North Pattaya and floating restaurants, with Bougainvillea flowers in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR146K-20 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: South Pattaya, with hotels and condominiums lining Beach Road. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR146K-19 Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: Pattaya Bay, with Plumeria flowers in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR146K-18 Thailand, Chiang Mai: a peaceful scene in Buak Hat Park with its lake and footbridge, in the heart of the city. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR146K-17 Thailand, Chiang Mai: the golden chedi of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is an angular shape. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR146K-16 Thailand, Chiang Mai: a row of gilded standing Buddha figures at Wat Phra That shrine on Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR146K-15 Thailand, Chiang Mai: shrine with fine gilded wood-carvings and a large bell, near the top of Doi Suthep Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR146K-14 Thailand, Chiang Mai: panorama view of the city from Doi Suthep Hill (1676 metres), 16 kilometres north-west of the city centre. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR146K-13 Thailand, Chiang Mai: Phrathat Luang (Big Chedi) and wiharn at Wat Phra Singh, home of the Lion Buddha. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR146K-12 Myanmar, Bagan: Mount Popa, with flower decorations for sale as offerings, in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR146K-11 Myanmar, Bagan: Mount Popa, with its shrine to the Nats (Spirits), 737 metres above Bagan Plain. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR146K-10 Myanmar, Bagan: divers temples on Bagan Plain, from the terrace of Htilominlo Pahto. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR146K-09 Myanmar, Bagan: divers temples on Bagan Plain, from the terrace of Htilominlo Pahto. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR146K-08 Myanmar, Bagan: Htilominlo Pahto, built by King Nantaungmya in 1218, with enclosing wall and entry gate tower. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR146K-07 Myanmar, Bagan: magnificent Shwezigon Paya, one of the oldest stupas in Bagan, and the prototype for most of those which followed. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR146K-06 Myanmar, Bagan: Shwezigon Paya - row of small gilded stupas, which surround the main zedi. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR146K-05 Myanmar, Bagan: Shwezigon Paya - detail of gilded figures on a pavilion roof. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR146K-04 Myanmar, Bagan: Thatbyinnyu Pahto, built in 1144 by King Alaungsithu, at 63 metres, is Bagan's highest. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR146K-03 Myanmar, Bagan: Ananda Pahto, with Thandawgya Paya (?) in the foreground, from Shwegugyi Pahto. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR146K-02 Myanmar, Bagan: the modern Archeological Museum, from Shwegugyi Pahto. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR146K-01 Myanmar, Bagan: view of Bagan Plain, Dhammayangyi Pahto and the mountains, from Shwegugyi Pahto. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-36 Myanmar, Bagan: Ananda Pahto, dating from ca. 1100, "one of the largest, finest, best preserved and most revered temples in Bagan". Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-35 Myanmar, Bagan: Mahabodhi Paya, dating from 1215, is based on its namesake in India, and has 465 Buddha figures in its tower niches. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-34 Myanmar, Bagan: Gaw Palin Pahto (60 metres high), one of the largest Bagan temples, generally regarded as the "crowning achievement of the late period", with flowering Bougainvillea in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR145K-33 Myanmar, Bagan: Gaw Palin Pahto (60 metres high), one of the largest Bagan temples, generally regarded as the "crowning achievement of the late period". Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-32 Myanmar, Bagan: temples dotting Bagan Plain, with one in the foreground being demolished/renovated (?) Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-31 Myanmar, Bagan: NanPaya, probably built in the 11th century, contains fine bas-relief carvings of three-faced Brahma. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-30 Myanmar, Bagan: the "two sisters": Seinnyet Nyima Paya (stupa, in the foreground) and Seinnyet Ama Pahto (temple, in the background). Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-29 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: the hulk of Mingun Paya, started by King Bodawpaya in 1790 using a labour force of thousands of slaves. If it had been completed, it would have been 150 metres high (three times the present height) and the world's largest paya. It was abandoned in 1819 when the king died, and was later riven by the earthquake in 1838. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR145K-28 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: colourful tiling and golden zedi of the shrine on Sagaing Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-27 Myanmar, Mandalay: some of the halls of Mandalay Palace, within the fortress, completely destroyed during WWII, and recently rebuilt. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-26 Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery, built in 1822 by Meh Nu, chief queen of King Bagyidaw. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-25 Myanmar, Mandalay, Amarapura: land workers in "coolie hats", with a stupa reflected in Lake Taungthaman in the background. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-24 Myanmar, Mandalay, Amarapura: U Bein's Teak Bridge across Lake Taungthaman is 1.2 kilometres long, the world's longest. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-23 Myanmar, Mandalay, Amarapura: closer view of the colourful boats on Lake Taungthaman. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-22 Myanmar, Mandalay, Amarapura: boats awaiting custom on Lake Taungthaman, with U Bein's Teak Bridge behind. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-21 Myanmar, Mandalay: a corner of Mahamudi Paya, containing the revered Mahamudi Buddha, which has acquired a 15cm. thick covering of gold leaf over the years. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR145K-20 Myanmar, Mandalay: some of the 729 gleaming white stupas at Kuthodaw Paya, with smaller golden stupas in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-19 Myanmar, Mandalay: serried rows of gleaming white stupas at Kuthodaw Paya, with Mandalay Hill in the background. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-18 Myanmar, Mandalay: wood-carvings on Shwenandaw Kyaung, originally part of the king's palace, but in 1880 became a monastery. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-17 Myanmar, Mandalay: stupas at Kuthodaw Paya, each containing one of 729 marble slabs inscribed with the entire 15 books of the Tripitaka Buddhist scriptures ("the largest book in the world"). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR145K-16 Myanmar, Mandalay: the golden zedi of Kuthodaw Paya, which was modelled on Shwezigon Paya at Nyaung U, Bagan. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-15 Myanmar, Mandalay: stupas at Kuthodaw Paya, each containing one of 729 marble slabs inscribed with the entire 15 books of the Tripitaka Buddhist scriptures ("the largest book in the world"). Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-14 Myanmar, Mandalay: the coloured tiles of the terrace and mosaics distinguish the shrine on Mandalay Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR145K-13 Myanmar, Mandalay: small shrine on Mandalay Hill with the golden zedi behind. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR145K-12 Myanmar, Mandalay: a colourful mosaic screen in the shrine on the top of Mandalay Hill. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR145K-11 Myanmar, Yangon: floating Shin Upagot Shrine, reflected in Kandawgyi Lake. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR145K-10 Myanmar, Yangon: traffic on Sule Paya Road approaching the golden zedi. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-09 Myanmar, Yangon: eye-catching clocktower on Sule Paya Road, with the zedi visible at the end. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-08 Myanmar, Yangon: colonial architecture on Strand Road, with Sule Paya visible at the end of Sule Paya Road. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-07 Myanmar, Yangon: railway station and sports stadium, seen from the Thripyitsaya Bistro on the 20th floor of Sakura Tower. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-06 Myanmar, Yangon: Shwedagon Paya, seen from the Thripyitsaya Bistro on the 20th floor of Sakura Tower. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR145K-05 Myanmar, Yangon: the golden zedi of Sule Paya (46 metres high), from the platform. It probably dates back about 2 millennia. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR145K-04 Myanmar, Yangon: the golden zedi of Sule Paya which stands on a large traffic island in the city centre. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-03 Myanmar, Yangon: City Hall, designed by Burmese architect U Tin and built 1926-36, since twice rebuilt. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR145K-02 Myanmar, Yangon: assorted shrines on the platform of Shwedagon Paya, with the previous golden "hti" (umbrella surmounting the spire of the zedi) second from the left. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR145K-01 Myanmar, Yangon: temple on the platform of Shwedagon Paya, modelled on Mahabodi in India, and showing colourful scenes from Buddha's life. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR144K-36 Myanmar, Yangon: a group of white and gold highly decorated prangs on the platform of Shwedagon Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-35 Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: this small stupa has eight niches for the days of the week (Wednesday has am and pm), each with its corresponding animal (garuda, tiger, lion, elephant, naga, rat, mole). Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR144K-34 Myanmar, Yangon: colourful figure of a chinthe biting the tail of a naga, in a shrine on the platform of Shwedagon Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-33 Myanmar, Yangon: some of the hundreds of shrines on the platform of Shwedagon Paya, which covers 5 hectares. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR144K-32 Myanmar, Yangon: carved Buddha figure in a shrine on the platform of Shwedagon Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR144K-31 Myanmar, Yangon: followers annointing the figure at their own "planetary post" (birth day of the week = planet) on the platform of Shwedagon Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR144K-30 Myanmar, Yangon: a row of golden shrines on the platform of Shwedagon Paya, which was founded ca. 6-10 century. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-29 Myanmar, Yangon: magnificent golden zedi of Shwedagon Paya (98 metres high), founded ca. 6-10 century, visible for miles around. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-28 Thailand, Bangkok: attractive guides at Jim Thompson's House, a museum displaying his ethnological collections. Keywords: Buddhist, pretty girls, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-27 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Phra Mahathat Temple, built in 1374, in the reign of King Boroma: many prangs are leaning dangerously, as these three examples. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-26 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Phra Mahathat Temple, built in 1374, in the reign of King Boroma: three of the surviving prangs still in a vertical position. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-25 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Phra Mahathat Temple, built in 1374, in the reign of King Boroma: the effects of ground subsidence show clearly on this former gateway. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-24 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Phra Mahathat Temple, built in 1374, in the reign of King Boroma: overgrown remains of a giant prang. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-23 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767), Wat Phra Mahathat: ruins of a vihara, with surviving Buddha figure. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-22 Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Phra Mahathat's main attraction is this Buddha's head in the grip of tree roots. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-21 Thailand, Ayuthaya (the royal capital 1350-1767): elephant posing with riders, with Wat Phra Ram in the background. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-20 Thailand, Ayuthaya (the royal capital 1350-1767): elephant rides, with Wat Phra Ram in the background. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious, historic, national heritage
PMR144K-19 Thailand, Ayuthaya (the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Phra Ram, probably dating from 1448, lies in a picturesque landscape of lakes. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-18 Thailand, Ayuthaya (the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Lokayasutha, where the main attraction is this reclining Buddha, 40 metres long, of unknown age. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-16 Thailand, Ayuthaya (the royal capital 1350-1767): the centrepiece at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon Temple is an enormous chedi. Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-15 Thailand, Bangkok: dome of Ananda Samakhom Throne Hall, built in 1907 by Rama V, seen from Dusit Park lake. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-13 Thailand, Bangkok: figure on the platform of Wat Saket on the "Golden Mount", an artificial hill. Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR144K-12 Laos, Vientiane: three identical prangs behind Wat Sidamduan Temple. Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR144K-11 Laos, Vientiane: gateway to Wat Sidamduan Temple. Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR144K-10 Laos, Vientiane: strikingly-decorated end-wall of Wat Sidamduan Temple, which is outside the city centre. Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR144K-09 Laos, Vientiane: a 7-headed naga by the entrance to Wat That Fune Temple. Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR144K-08 Laos, Vientiane: Wat That Fune Temple stands in its own spacious grounds. Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR144K-07 Laos, Vientiane: ornate, gilded gable of a temple guarded by 3-headed nagas either side of the entrance. Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR144K-06 Laos, Vientiane: handsome gateway and tower guarded by nagas either side of the entrance. Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR144K-05 Laos, Vientiane: ornate gable of a "three-roof" temple guarded by nagas either side of the entrance. Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR144K-04 Laos, Vientiane: Wat Ong Mahawihan ("Heavy Buddha") Temple, founded in 1566 by King Sai Setthathirat. A monk stands in front of a Buddha figure seated on the coils of a 7-headed naga. Keywords: Buddhist, temple, colourful, monument, national heritage, picturesque, architecture, religion, capital city
PMR144K-03 Laos, Vientiane: Wat Ong Mahawihan ("Heavy Buddha") Temple, founded in 1566 by King Sai Setthathirat. Keywords: Buddhist, temple, colourful, monument, national heritage, picturesque, architecture, religion, capital city
PMR144K-02 Laos, Vientiane: handsome gate of the Wat Inpeng Temple, with nagas on each side. Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR144K-01 Laos, Vientiane: intricate gable of Wat Inpeng Temple, with scenes from the life of Buddha, restored 1968-75. Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR690-05 Thailand, Chonburi: Pattaya beach and Beach Road, from Buddha Hill lookout, with Plumeria flowers in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR690-04 Thailand, Chonburi: hotels of North Pattaya, with Bougainvillea and Frangipani blossom in the foreground, from Buddha Hill lookout. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR690-03 Thailand, Chonburi: Pattaya Bay from Buddha Hill lookout, with pink Plumeria flowers in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR690-01 Myanmar, Bagan: the magnificent Shwezigon Paya, near Nyaung U, was bult in the 11th century during the reign of King Anawrahta. It served as the prototype for virtually all of the later stupas in Myanmar. Here: two of its pavilions with Burmese finely carved and gilded roofs. Keywords: Buddhist, golden, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, golden
PMR689-12 Myanmar, Bagan: the magnificent Shwezigon Paya, near Nyaung U, was bult in the 11th century during the reign of King Anawrahta. It served as the prototype for virtually all of the later stupas in Myanmar. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, golden
PMR689-11 Myanmar, Bagan: Thatbyinnyu Pahto, the highest temple in the area (63 metres), was built in 1144 and thus belongs to the middle period. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR689-10 Myanmar, Bagan: completely destroyed in the 1975 earthquake, the Bupaya Stupa has been faithfully rebuilt. The original probably dated back to about 850 AD. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR689-09 Myanmar, Bagan: Indian-style Gubyaukgyi Temple contains a number of well preserved frescoes, thought to date back to its original construction date of 1113. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR689-08 Myanmar, Mandalay: wooden monastery, Shwe In Bin Kaung, built entirely of teak, was commissioned in 1895 by two wealthy Chinese jade merchants. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR689-07 Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: "tazaung" built to accommodate the Mingun Bell. Cast in 1808 to go in the unfinished Mingun Paya, it weighs 90 tonnes, making it the largest HUNG AND UNCRACKED bell in the world. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR689-06 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: red and gold gateway to the golden dome (46 metres high) of Kaunghmudaw Paya, built in 1636 and modelled on the Mahaceti Stupa in Sri Lanka. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR689-05 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: Umin Thounzeh Paya, whose 30 caves in the hillside are fronted by this magnificent colonnaded crescent containing 45 seated Buddha figures. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR689-04 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: a few of the payas to be seen from the hilltop shrine, with the colourful tiled floor of the terrace. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR689-03 Myanmar, Mandalay: reconstructed "pagoda" roof of the King's Palace in the fortress, which was totally destroyed during WWII, with Mandalay Hill in the background. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR689-02 Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: stupa of Maha Aung Mye Bonzan Paya, built by Meh Nu, chief queen of King Bagyidaw in 1822. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR689-01 Myanmar, Mandalay: Kyauktawgyi Paya (1847), near Amarapura on Taungthaman Lake, and its half-feline, crouching guard. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR688-12 Myanmar, Mandalay: a row of carved and gilded doorways in the Atumashi Kyaung (Monastery), which was burnt down in 1890 and rebuilt in 1996. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR688-11 Myanmar, Mandalay: fine wooden carvings on the exterior of Shwenandaw Kyaung, originally part of King Mindon's Palace. It became a monastery in 1880. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR688-10 Myanmar, Mandalay: the colourful red and gold gateway to Kuthodaw Paya, work on which began in 1857. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR688-09 Myanmar, Mandalay: stupas at Kuthodaw Paya, each containing one of 729 marble slabs inscribed with the entire 15 books of the Tripitaka Buddhist scriptures ("the largest book in the world"). Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR688-08 Myanmar, Mandalay: the shrine on Mandalay Hill is covered with colourful tiles and mosaics and has a golden roof. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR688-07 Myanmar, Mandalay: two enormous white "Chinthes" guard the entrance to the stairway to the shrine on Mandalay Hill, 230 metres (and 800+ steps) high. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR688-06 Myanmar, Yangon: floating Shin Upagot Shrine on Kandawgi Lake in the north of the city. Keywords: Buddhist, golden, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR688-05 Myanmar, Yangon: Independence Obelisk (46 metres high) in peaceful Mahabandoola Garden, with Sule Paya in the background. The garden is named after General Maha Bandoola, who fought a number of battles against the British. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR688-04 Myanmar, Yangon: Independence Obelisk (46 metres high) in peaceful Mahabandoola Garden, with Sule Paya in the background. The garden is named after General Maha Bandoola, who fought a number of battles against the British. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR688-03 Myanmar, Yangon, Sule Paya: the shrine stands on a large traffic island in the middle of the city. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR688-01 Myanmar, Yangon, Sule Paya: the 46-metre-high golden zedi of the shrine, in which is said to be a hair of the Buddha. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon
PMR687-12 Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: finely carved and gilded roof of a pavilion with the figure of a dancer in the centre. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR687-11 Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: Chinese Merchants' Tazaung, displaying a variety of Buddha figures. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR687-10 Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: this golden zedi houses a popular wonder-working Buddha figure. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR687-09 Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: visitors to the paya among the multitude of shrines; the small stupa on the right has eight niches for the days of the week (Wednesday has am and pm), each with its corresponding animal (garuda, tiger, lion, elephant, naga, rat, mole). Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR687-08 Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: finely-carved roof of one of the entrances to the platform. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR687-07 Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: a gilded "tazaung" hall contains a revered Buddha shrine. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR687-06 Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: gilded, intricately-carved Burmese-type roofs on a shrine, with the main zedi in the background. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR687-05 Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: some of the many shrines and prangs, some gilded, on the platform of the main zedi. Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples
PMR687-04 Thailand, Bangkok: Victory Monument, erected in 1941 to commemorate the outcome of the brief Franco-Thai war. The obelisk represents 5 bayonets clasped together, and the 5 figures - the army, navy, air force, police, and civilian bureaucracy. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D0919 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the ring of stone pillars surrounding the zedi of Kaunghmudaw Paya. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma
PMR487-11 Island of Crete, Arhanes: church and belltower in the village square. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Orthodox, pedestrian zone
PMR487-10 Island of Crete, Arhanes: village square with Mount Yiouhtas in the background. Keywords: picturesque, pedestrian zone, taverna
PMR487-09 Island of Crete, Ayios Nikolaos: inner harbour with fishing boats and pavement cafes under palm trees. Keywords: picturesque, port, jetty, colourful
PMR487-08 Island of Crete, Ayios Nikolaos: inner harbour with fishing boats and pavement cafes and access channel. Keywords: picturesque, reflections, port, jetty, colourful
PMR487-07 Island of Crete, Ayios Nikolaos: inner harbour with fishing boats and pavement cafes. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, jetty, port, reflections
PMR487-06 Island of Crete, Iraklion: a burst of sunshine through the clouds on the spray-soaked jetty. Keywords: picturesque, silhouette, stormy sea, cloudscape, breakers
PMR487-05 Island of Crete, Iraklion: colourful fishing boats in the harbour with liner terminal behind. Keywords: picturesque, port
PMR487-04 Island of Crete, Iraklion: fishing boats in the harbour with the Venetian fortress in the background. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, reflections, defence, fortifications
PMR487-03 Island of Crete, Iraklion: tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis (1883-1957), Crete's greatest writer and author of "Zorba the Greek". Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, colourful, literature, art, grave
PMR486-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Biergarten on the Elmauer Alm in the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR486-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view from the Elmauer Alm with autumn foliage and distant Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR486-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view from the Elmauer Alm with rowan tree and distant Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR486-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Alpspitze and Zugspitze from Eckbauer Alm with hay shed in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR486-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Alpspitze and Zugspitze from Eckbauer Alm with picnickers in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR486-03 Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: view of Mount Zugspitze from the Ehrwalder Alm. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
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
PMR485-10 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: the cathedral, part Romanesque, part Gothic, dating back to the 12th century, has also been rebuilt after severe war damage. Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR485-09 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: "An der Obertrave" - houses facing onto the River Trave. Keywords: mediaeval, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR485-08 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: elaborately carved beams on an old, half-timbered house in the old town. Keywords: mediaeval, timber-frame, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR485-07 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Marienkirche (1250), one of the finest brick-built Gothic churches in Germany, was badly damaged during the war, but now stands again. Its most famous organist was Dietrich Buxtehude. View from the tower of the Petrikirche, showing Marktplatz and Rathaus (also dating from1250). Keywords: mediaeval, twin towers, red brick, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, panorama
PMR485-06 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Marienkirche (1250), one of the finest brick-built Gothic churches in Germany, was badly damaged during the war, but now stands again. Its most famous organist was Dietrich Buxtehude. View from the tower of the Petrikirche. Keywords: mediaeval, twin towers, red brick, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, panorama
PMR485-05 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: reflections of the facades "An der Untertrave" with the twin towers of the Marienkirche behind. Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR485-04 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: old sailing ships moored in the "museum harbour" with red brick facades of burgher houses "An der Untertrave" Keywords: mediaeval, preserved, veteran, sails, boats, red brick, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR485-03 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: sightseeing boats start from "An der Obertrave", the quay on the River Trave. Keywords: picturesque, pleasure boats, cruisers, reflections, architecture, national heritage
PMR485-02 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Holstentor Square, with the towers of the Marienkirche and Petrikirche and the old, brick, salt warehouses. Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR485-01 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Holstentor, with its famous twin towers, was built between 1464 and 1478, and now houses the local history museum. Roses in the foreground. Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR484-12 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: the oldest part of the Rathaus (Town Hall) is the north wing, to which was added a new Renaissance facade of carved sandstone in 1570. Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR484-11 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Rathaus (Town Hall) dating back to 1250, with a facade of dark, glazed brick with wind holes and "candle-snuffer" turrets. Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR484-10 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: red brick Gothic gables in one of the narrow streets of the old town. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, cobblestones, red brick
PMR484-09 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: "Maria Dorothea", a well preserved coastal sailing boat, in full sail, being sketched by an artist. Keywords: picturesque, painting, art, national heritage, reflections, vessel, ship, veteran
PMR484-08 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: "Maria Dorothea", a well preserved coastal sailing boat, in full sail. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, reflections, vessel, ship, veteran
PMR484-07 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: half-timbered terraced houses in an old alleyway. Keywords: mediaeval, gable windows, timber-frame, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR484-06 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: typical old residential alleyway in the old town, with flowering roses. Keywords: mediaeval, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR484-05 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: typical cobbled street of gabled houses leading down to the water. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, cobblestones
PMR484-04 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Burgtor, a fortified gateway built during the 13th to 15th centuries to defend the north entrance to the town. Keywords: mediaeval, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR484-03 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Koberg Square Keywords: mediaeval, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR484-01 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: street cafe and historical wine cellar below the Holy Ghost Hospital. Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR483-12 Germany, Bavarian Forest: Grosser Arber Lake is popular for boating in hot weather. Keywords: nature, landscape, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside
PMR483-11 Germany, Bavarian Forest: Biergarten near the summit of the Grosser Arber (1456 metres), the highest peak in the forest, with wild flowers in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, biotope, botanical, botany, hills, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR483-10 Germany, Bavarian Forest: radar installations near the summit of the Grosser Arber (1456 metres). Keywords: alpine, hills, defence, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR483-09 Germany, Bavarian Forest: summit cross of the Grosser Arber (1456 metres), the highest peak in the forest. Keywords: alpine, hills, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR483-08 Germany, Bavarian Forest: view from the Grosser Arber (1456 metres), the highest peak, looking towards the border of the Czech Republic, with wild flowers in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, hills, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life, botany, botanical
PMR483-07 Germany, Bavarian Forest: view from the Grosser Arber (1456 metres), the highest peak, with Biergarten below. Keywords: alpine, hills, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR483-06 Germany, Bavarian Forest: near the summit of Great Arber (1456 metres), the highest peak in the Bavarian Forest, with the Richard Wagner knoll in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, hills, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR483-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnauer Moos (Moss): a wetlands nature reserve, with foothills of the Alps in the background. Keywords: alpine, marsh, biotope, ecology, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR483-04 Germany, Bavaria, Regen, in the Bavarian Forest: the 13th century tower of St. Michael's parish church, fortified for defence purposes. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historical, national heritage
PMR483-03 Germany, Bavaria, Regen, in the Bavarian Forest: town square with fountain and maypole, and pavement cafe in the foreground; 13th century tower of St. Michael's parish church rises above the rooftops. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historical, national heritage, cobblestones
PMR483-02 Germany, Bavaria, Regen, in the Bavarian Forest: town square with fountain and maypole, flowers in the foreground; the 13th century tower of St. Michael's parish church rises above the rooftops. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historical, national heritage, cobblestones
PMR483-01 Germany, Bavaria, Regen, in the Bavarian Forest: town square with fountain and maypole; 13th century tower of St. Michael's parish church rises above the rooftops. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historical, national heritage, cobblestones
PMR482-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view along the Partnach Valley, with the Wetterstein Mountains in the distance. Keywords: alpine, stream, shingle, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR482-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria: approaching the entrance to Partnach Klamm (Gorge) near Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR482-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Alpspitze (2628 metres) with flowering elderberry bush in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR482-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria: near the summit of the Eckbauer Cablecar, with Alpspitze, Zugspitze and Waxenstein (Wetterstein Range) mountains in the distance. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR482-08 Canada, Alberta, a sombre view of Moraine Lake, in Banff National Park, surrounded by steep. snow-covered mountain slopes. A UNESCO National Heritage site. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, Rocky Mountains
PMR482-07 Canada, Alberta, approaching Moraine Lake in Banff National Park, a UNESCO National Heritage site. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, snowy, Rocky Mountains, spectacular
PMR482-06 Canada, British Columbia: the town of Golden, in the lee of a snow-capped chain of the Rocky Mountains. Keywords: nature, valley, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside
PMR482-05 Canada, British Columbia: Swan Lake Camping Ground, Vernon. Keywords: outdoor life, cloudscape, campsite, tenting, tent, landscape, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR482-04 Canada, British Columbia: fruit trees growing in the mild climate of Okanagan, with Osoyoos Lake in the background. Keywords: nature, cloudscape, countryside, picturesque, landscape, fruitful, fertile, temperate
PMR482-03 Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver: the harbour and skyline under low cloud, from Stanley Park. Keywords: picturesque, moorings, boats, rain, high-rise buildings, metropolis, city, reflections
PMR481-12 Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver: Tynehead Camping Ground, Surrey. Keywords: outdoor life, campsite, tenting, tent, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR481-11 Canada, British Columbia: evening calm on Seton Lake Reservoir with reflections of the clouds. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, landscape, Rocky Mountains, peaceful
PMR481-10 Canada, British Columbia: evening calm on Seton Lake Reservoir. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, landscape, Rocky Mountains, peaceful
PMR481-09 Canada, British Columbia: the town of Lillooet and bridge over the muddy Fraser River. Keywords: nature, Rocky Mountains, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside
PMR481-08 Canada, British Columbia: Canadian National Railways diesel locomotives hauling a freight train through the Rockies near Clinton. Keywords: nature, Rocky Mountains, railroad, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside
PMR481-07 Canada, British Columbia: the island in Marble Canyon Lake. Keywords: nature, colourful, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, landscape, Rocky Mountains
PMR481-06 Canada, British Columbia: fishing from a boat on the lake near Marble Canyon campground. Keywords: outdoor life, Rocky Mountains, landscape, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR481-05 Canada, British Columbia: landscape with red earth near Cache Creek, Rocky Mountains. Keywords: nature, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside
PMR481-04 Canada, British Columbia: Kamloops Lake from the western end. Keywords: nature, Rocky Mountains, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside
PMR481-03 Canada, Alberta: the brilliant turquoise waters of Lake Louise in Banff National Park with Mount Victoria and spring flowers in the foreground. A UNESCO World Heritage site. Keywords: nature, colourful, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, glaciers
PMR481-02 Canada, Alberta, Banff National Park: Chateau Lake Louise, established by the Canadian Pacific Railway at the end of the 19th century. Now a Fairmont Hotel. Keywords: mountain range, archetecture, historic, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery
PMR481-01 Canada, Alberta, Banff National Park: the glaciers of Lake Louise which give the water its startling colour. Keywords: nature, colourful, Rocky Mountains, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside
PMR480-12 Canada, Alberta: the brilliant turquoise waters of Lake Louise in Banff National Park. Keywords: nature, colourful, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, Rocky Mountains
PMR480-06 Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: the shoreline with snowy mountains behind, a pine tree in the foreground. Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, Rocky Mountains
PMR480-05 Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: picnic tables are strategically situated for visitors to the park. Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range
PMR480-04 Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: the shoreline with reflections of the snowy mountains. Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, Rocky Mountains
PMR480-03 Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: the shoreline with reflections of the snowy mountains. Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, Rocky Mountains
PMR480-02 Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: picnic tables are strategically situated for visitors to the park. Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range
PMR480-01 Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: reflections of the Rocky Mountains with trees in the foreground. Keywords: outdoor life, snow, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking
PMR479-12 Canada, Alberta: hiking in Kananaskis Country, Rocky Mountains. Keywords: outdoor life, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking
PMR478-11 Canada, Alberta, Calgary Zoo and Prehistoric Park: Tyrannosaurus Rex. Keywords: countryside, dinosaurs, picturesque
PMR478-10 Canada, Alberta, Calgary Zoo and Prehistoric Park: Ankylosaurus. Keywords: countryside, dinosaurs, picturesque
PMR478-09 Canada, Alberta, Calgary Zoo and Prehistoric Park: Stegosaurus. Keywords: countryside, dinosaurs, picturesque
PMR478-08 Canada, Alberta, Calgary Zoo and Prehistoric Park: Edmontosaurus. Keywords: countryside, dinosaurs, picturesque
PMR478-07 Canada, Alberta, Calgary Zoo and Prehistoric Park: lake and cliffs with Archeopteryx in simulated flight. Keywords: countryside, dinosaurs, picturesque
PMR478-06 Canada, Alberta, Millarville: typical wooden house in rural Alberta. Keywords: nature, plot, home, dwelling, picturesque, countryside
PMR478-05 Canada, Alberta: geological trail near the Royal Tyrrell Prehistoric Museum. A prolific source of prehistoric remains. Keywords: nature, fossils, dinosaurs, geology, picturesque, countryside
PMR478-04 Canada, Alberta: Horseshoe Canyon near Drumheller. Keywords: nature, geological, geology, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside
PMR478-03 Canada, Alberta, Millarville: view of the distant Rocky Mountains from a meadow with spring flowers and collie dog. Keywords: nature, pets, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside
PMR478-02 Canada, Alberta, Millarville: typical wooden house in rural Alberta. Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, dwelling, home, plot
PMR478-01 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: Ludwigsplatz, with Jacob's Fountain (1644), Ludwig's Gate and the Water Tower, seen from the top of the town's look-out tower (68 metres high). Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, cobblestones, panorama, Ludwig's Square
PMR477-12 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: entrance gate to the palace of Duke Albrecht I, with clocktower and coat of arms. The palace presently contains administrative offices. Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR477-10 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the Romanesque towers of St. Peter's Basilica with part of the evocative ancient graveyard. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR477-09 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: old gravestones in the graveyard of St. Peter's Basilica are protected under the "ancient monuments" act. Keywords: picturesque, stone-carving, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR477-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem, was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1878, after being inspired by the French King Louis IV and the Palace of Versailles. The "Fountain of Fortune", crowned by the figure of Flora, with a river god in the foreground and the palace behind. Keywords: architecture, allegory, sculptures, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic
PMR477-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem, was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1878, after being inspired by the French King Louis IV and the Palace of Versailles. The richly decorated entrance hall containing the state staircase, based on the "Escalier des Ambassadeurs" at Versailles. Keywords: architecture, sculptures, marble, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic
PMR477-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem, was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1878, after being inspired by the French King Louis IV and the Palace of Versailles. The "Fountain of Fame" in the grounds, with putti in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, allegory, sculpture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic
PMR477-02 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the castle of Duke Albrecht I, built in 1356, reflected in the waters of the River Danube. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR477-01 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the Romanesque towers of St. Peter's Basilica, dating back to the late 12th century. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR476-12 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: Ludwigsplatz, lined with well-preserved burgher houses, ending in Ludwig's Gate (1810). Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR476-11 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the palace of Duke Albrecht I, built in 1356, where Agnes Bernauer, a barber's daughter, was imprisoned before being drowned, for the crime of marrying the son of Duke Ernst in 1435. Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR476-09 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the water tower. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage, historical
PMR476-08 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the Registry Office, with fountain and flowerbeds in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, national heritage, historical
PMR476-07 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: Theresienplatz, with the column erected in thanksgiving for the ending of the plague, and watchtower, symbol of the town, in the background. Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR476-06 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: Theresienplatz with the watchtower, symbol of the town, dating from 1393, and one of the fountains. Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR476-03 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Plaza Catalunya, with reflections in one of the pools, and sculpture. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, metropolis, street scene, pedestrian zone
PMR476-02 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: child feeding pigeons in Plaza Catalunya, with Canaletes Fountain in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, metropolis, street scene, pedestrian zone
PMR476-01 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: typical scene on the tree-shaded Ramblas, the bustling heart of the city. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, metropolis, pedestrians, street scene
PMR475-11 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: artists with their wares on the Ramblas, with memorial to author Francesc Soler in the background. Keywords: architecture, monument, paintings, street scene, picturesque, culture
PMR475-06 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: view of the Palau Nacional with sculpture and fountain. Keywords: national heritage, gardens, park, architecture, culture, picturesque, metropolis
PMR475-05 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: central fountain, with Palau Nacional in the background. Keywords: national heritage, gardens, park, culture, picturesque, metropolis
PMR475-04 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: partial view of the Pulau Nacional, with ornamental lanterns and Judas tree. Keywords: national heritage, gardens, park, culture, picturesque, metropolis
PMR475-03 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: shaded walk with ornate seats, monopteros in the background. Keywords: national heritage, gardens, metropolis, picturesque, culture, park
PMR475-02 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: view of the Palau Nacional, with newly-laid marble surround to the open-air theatre. Keywords: national heritage, gardens, metropolis, picturesque, culture, architecture, historic
PMR475-01 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: fountain and sculptures among trim flowerbeds, with the Palau Nacional in the background. Keywords: national heritage, gardens, park, culture, picturesque, metropolis
PMR474-12 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: view of Placa d' Espanya and Mount Tibidabo from the terrace of the National Art Gallery of Catalonia (Palau Nacional), with exhibition halls in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, panorama, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR474-09 Spain, Catelonia, Girona: Palau dels Agullana, a Baroque mansion formerly the home of a viscount, with picturesque archway to the left. Keywords: architecture, historic, national heritage, dwellings
PMR474-07 Spain, Catelonia, Girona: view of the cathedral from the town wall, with part of the Gothic Convent de Sant Doménec in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, Catholic, historic, national heritage, picturesque, dwellings
PMR474-06 Spain, Catelonia, Girona: Església de Sant Nicolau, a Romanesque church dating back to the 12th century. Keywords: architecture, Catholic, historic, national heritage, picturesque
PMR474-05 Spain, Catelonia, Girona: a religious float prepared for the Good Friday candlelight procession of penitents. Keywords: picturesque, decorations, wood-carvings, Catholic, Christian, tradition, national heritage
PMR474-04 Spain, Catelonia, Girona: numerous plants and trees are grown on the balconies and in the courtyards of the old town. Keywords: dwellings, flora, horticulture, gardening, picturesque
PMR474-03 Spain, Catelonia, Girona: a typical street in the old town. Keywords: architecture, street scene, national heritage, picturesque, dwellings
PMR474-02 Spain, Catelonia, Girona: the Riu (River) Onyar which divides the town, with reflections of apartment houses. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, dwellings
PMR473-10 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century: The stairway leading up to the promenade deck, with the "Hall of One Hundred Columns" at the top of the steps and fountains in the middle. Keywords: artistic, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR473-09 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century: A giant, mosaic lizard in the centre of the stairway, also acts as a fountain. Keywords: artistic, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR473-07 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century: The rainwater catchment channels lead water through concealed pipes to irregate the park. Keywords: artistic, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR473-06 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century: A serpentine, endless bench, formed from a mosaic of broken tiles, on the roof of the "Hall of One Hundred Columns". The local inhabitants, as well as the tourists, use the bench to relax. Keywords: artistic, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR473-05 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century: A serpentine, endless bench, formed from a mosaic of broken tiles, on the roof of the "Hall of One Hundred Columns". Keywords: artistic, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR473-04 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century: a striking wrought-iron fence, with gallery and raised promenade behind. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, artistic, iron-working
PMR473-01 France, Languedoc, Béziers: 13th century Gothic Cathedral of St. Nazaire and the old stone bridge (Pont Vieux) spanning the River Orb reflected in the waters. Keywords: mediaeval, historic, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR472-12 France, Languedoc, Béziers: 13th century Gothic Cathedral of St. Nazaire and the old stone bridge (Pont Vieux) spanning the River Orb, with flowerbeds in the foreground. Keywords: mediaeval, colourful, historic, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR472-11 France, Languedoc, Béziers: 13th century Gothic Cathedral of St. Nazaire and the old stone bridge (Pont Vieux) spanning the River Orb reflected in the waters. Keywords: mediaeval, historic, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR472-10 France, Provence, Arles: facade and porch of the church of St. Trophime, built from 1080 onwards, a masterpiece of Provencal Romanesque architecture. The stone was taken from the old Roman Theatre. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval
PMR472-09 France, Provence, Arles: belltower of the church of St. Trophime with part of the cloisters, dating partly from the12th century and partly from the 14th century (south and west). The stone was taken from the old Roman Theatre. Keywords: picturesque, Romanesque, national heritage, architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval
PMR472-08 France, Provence, Arles: a corner of the cloisters of the church of St. Trophime, famous for the carvings of Biblical scenes, built from 1080 onwards, a masterpiece of Provencal Romanesque architecture. The stone was taken from the old Roman Theatre. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval
PMR472-07 France, Provence, Arles: porch of the church of St. Trophime, built from 1080 onwards, a masterpiece of Provencal Romanesque architecture. The stone was taken from the old Roman Theatre. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historic, culture, architecture, national heritage
PMR472-05 France, Provence, Arles: the Roman arena, built in 75 AD, has a capacity of 20,000 spectators, and is now used for bullfights. Keywords: picturesque, historic, culture, architecture, national heritage
PMR472-04 France, Provence, Avignon: Pont Saint Bénézet was the only stone bridge over the Rhone whenit was built in 1177. Keywords: mediaeval, historic, culture, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR472-03 France, Provence, Avignon: Musée du Petit Palais with flowering Judas tree in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, culture, architecture, national heritage
PMR471-12 France, Provence, Avignon: main facade of the Opera House. Keywords: mediaeval, culture, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, reflections, theatre, drama centre, Neo-classical
PMR471-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria: snow scene with bench in the Loisach Valley. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, winter, snow
PMR471-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: snow-laden trees against a blue sky in the Loisach Valley. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, winter, snow
PMR471-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: snow-laden trees in the Loisach Valley. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, winter, snow
PMR471-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Eschenlohe: reflections in a pool in the snow-covered forest near Eschenlohe. Keywords: picturesque, reflections, winter, snowfall
PMR471-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Eschenlohe: snow scene with farmhouse. Keywords: picturesque, snow-laden, winter, snowfall
PMR471-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Eschenlohe: snow-bedecked figure on the war memorial. Keywords: picturesque, winter, snowfall, architecture, frescoes
PMR471-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Eschenlohe: snow scene with onion dome of the parish church. Keywords: picturesque, winter, snowfall, architecture, frescoes
PMR470-11 Romania, Wallachia, Curtea de Arges: facade of the lovely Bishopric Church, built 1512-17 by masterbuilder Manole for Neagoe Basarab on the site of the old metropolitan church of 1359. One of the most visited churches in Romania. Late afternoon shot, highlighting the Byzantine influence. Keywords: national heritage, Byzantine, architecture, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR470-10 Romania, Wallachia, Curtea de Arges: facade of the lovely Bishopric Church, built 1512-17 by masterbuilder Manole for Neagoe Basarab on the site of the old metropolitan church of 1359. One of the most visited churches in Romania. The present-day red-brick monastery is visible in the background. Keywords: national heritage, Byzantine, architecture, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR470-09 Romania, Wallachia, Curtea de Arges: facade of the lovely Bishopric Church, built 1512-17 by masterbuilder Manole for Neagoe Basarab on the site of the old metropolitan church of 1359. One of the most visited churches in Romania. Keywords: national heritage, Byzantine, architecture, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR470-08 Romania, Wallachia, Curtea de Arges: modern statue of King Basarab I who ruled Wallachia 1310-52 from this capital, and founded the Princely Church which contains some of the oldest and finest frescoes in Romania. Keywords: national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, mediaeval, bronze, sculpture, monument, memorial
PMR470-06 Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: descent from the saddle on the south side. The road is a considerable feat of engineering, crossing 28 large, and 550 small bridges, and traversing the peak through a 900-metre-long tunnel, in the course of its 90 kilometres. Keywords: picturesque, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate
PMR470-05 Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: descent from the saddle on the south side. The road is a considerable feat of engineering, crossing 28 large, and 550 small bridges, and traversing the peak through a 900-metre-long tunnel, in the course of its 90 kilometres. Keywords: picturesque, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate
PMR470-04 Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: Lake Bilea, lying at over 2000 metres in the clouds, with the refuge hut on a knoll behind reflected in the waters. Keywords: picturesque, reflections, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate
PMR470-03 Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: Lake Bilea, lying at over 2000 metres in the clouds, is a popular destination for excursions. Keywords: picturesque, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate
PMR470-02 Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: Lake Bilea, lying at over 2000 metres in the clouds, is a popular destination for excursions. Keywords: picturesque, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate
PMR470-01 Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: approaching the highest point of the Trans-Fagaras Pass (2034 metres) and close to the highest peak in Romania, Moldoveanu (2544 metres). Keywords: picturesque, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate, forbidding
PMR469-11 Romania. Transylvania, Sighisoara: a modern Orthodox church with belltower in a striking black and white colour scheme. Keywords: Saxon Land, Schaessburg, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, architecture
PMR469-10 Romania. Transylvania, Sighisoara: the massive tower of the citadel, last rebuilt in 1676 after a fire, with clock, carillon and fading frescoes, is designed to withstand the toughest of sieges. Keywords: mediaeval, Schaessburg, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Saxon Land
PMR469-09 Romania. Transylvania, Sighisoara: one of the narrow, cobbled alleys in the old quarter, showing the thickness of some of the house walls. Keywords: mediaeval, Schaessburg, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Saxon Land
PMR469-08 Romania. Transylvania, Sighisoara: a pictureque row of mediaeval houses in the old quaerter on the hill. Keywords: mediaeval, cobblestones, colourful, Schaessburg, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Saxon Land
PMR469-07 Romania. Transylvania, Sighisoara: one of 16 defence towers, each of which was maintained and manned by one of the guilds during the middle-ages. Keywords: mediaeval, Saxon Land, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen, Schaessburg
PMR469-06 Romania. Transylvania, Sighisoara: view of the fortress tower, 64 metres high, built in the 14th century, from one of the bastions. Keywords: mediaeval, Saxon Land, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen, Schaessburg
PMR469-05 Romania. Transylvania: a typical fortified church with gate tower near Brateiu. Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land
PMR469-04 Romania. Transylvania, Medias: view of the town square, with the spire of the Gothic church prominent. The church is protected by a fortified wall with gate tower. Keywords: mediaeval, fortifications, defence, Saxon Land, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen, Mediasch
PMR469-03 Romania. Transylvania, Medias: view of the town from the municipal park, with the spire of the Gothic church prominent. Keywords: mediaeval, Saxon Land, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen, Mediasch
PMR469-02 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: 6th March Square, where the 20 mediaeval guilds had their separate buildings. Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land
PMR469-01 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: the Brukenthal Museum, dating from1790, opened to the public in 1817 and is thus one of Europe's oldest. The building, in Austrian Baroque style, was the Palace of Samuel von Brukenthal, Habsburg governor of Transylvania. Keywords: Saxon Land, art collection, culture, Hermannstadt, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen
PMR468-12 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: a section of the town wall and bastion, showing the wooden gallery for defenders. Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land
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
PMR468-10 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: an old alley by the church, formerly Strada Pempflinger, now Pasajul Scarilor, appears in many guidebooks. Keywords: mediaeval, alleyway, street scene, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land
PMR468-09 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: spire of the Gothic Evangelical Church, built in 14th and 15th centuries. It contains many artistically significant gravestones. Keywords: mediaeval, Saxon Land, Hermannstadt, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen
PMR468-08 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: balcony of al old house adjoining the Evangelical Church, with traditional tiled roof with window slits. Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land
PMR468-07 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: spire of the Gothic Evangelical Church, built in 14th and 15th centuries, from Strada Turnului. Keywords: mediaeval, Saxon Land, Hermannstadt, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen
PMR468-06 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: Strada Morilor with a remaining section of the fortified town wall and defence tower. Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land
PMR468-05 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: the high town walls protected the inhabitants from attacks by Turk and Tatar for 800 years. Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land
PMR468-04 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: old houses in March 6th Square, where the local artisans used to live and work. Keywords: Saxon Land, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt
PMR468-03 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: the Old Townhall Tower, dating from 13th/14th centuries, with the "Haller House" and "Generalsloch" (archway). Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land
PMR468-02 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: Nicolae Balcescu, a pedestrian area, and favourite venue for an afternoon stroll. Keywords: Saxon Land, street scene, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt
PMR468-01 Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: Piata Republicii, with Baroque Roman Catholic Cathedral, built 1726-33. Keywords: Saxon Land, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt
PMR466-12 Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: the new Bancorex glass rotunda, reflected in the canalised waters of the River Dambovita. Keywords: architecture, Dacia, metrolpolis, capital city, Bucuresti, picturesque, culture
PMR466-01 Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre. Evening shot of the Palace of Culture, built 1890-1926 in neo-Gothic style, originally an administrative building but now housing four museums. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR465-09 Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre. Gheorghe Asachi Primary School, named after the first Romanian school teacher, whose statue stands in front of the school. Keywords: architecture, pedagogues, education, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR465-08 Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre. St. Nicholas' Princely Church, founded by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great) in 1491-2, but demolished and rebuilt by French architect Lecomte de Noüy 1888-1904. Each blind window contains a colourful fresco. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Christian, Orthodox, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR465-05 Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre. The Palace of Culture, built 1890-1926 in neo-Gothic style, was originally an administrative building but now houses four museums. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR465-04 Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre. Dosoftei House, dating from the late 17th century, formerly housed the printing press which brought out the works of Metropolitan Dosoftei. Keywords: architecture, Neo-classical, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR465-03 Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre. St. Nicholas' Princely Church, founded by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great) in 1491-2, but demolished and rebuilt by French architect Lecomte de Noüy 1888-1904. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Christian, Orthodox, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR460-11 Romania, Southern Bucovina, Vatra Dornei: the market, during a bountiful water melon harvest. Keywords: street scene, fruit and vegetables, colourful, picturesque
PMR460-09 Romania, Southern Bucovina, Vatra Dornei: a typical modern Orthodox church. Keywords: architecture, Byzantine, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque
PMR460-01 Romania, Transylvania, Cluj-Napoca: Gothic Church of St. Michael (14th-16th century) with equestrian statue of King Matthias Corvinus in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, historic, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque, Klausenburg
PMR515-12 Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: footbridge, linking the island of Vivara to the main island, with the resort of Ciraccio on the left. Vivara is protected as a nature reserve and bird sanctuary. Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, coast, coastline, strait, bay, link
PMR515-11 Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: Corricella, with its long jetty and small boats, from the steps up to the Castello. Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, coast, coastline, bay, fishing boats, fishing community, colourful, photogenic
PMR515-10 Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: a corner of the Piazza Margherita on the Rocca. Keywords: picturesque, dwellings, colourful, fishing community, Flegrean Islands
PMR515-09 Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: semi-ruined Castello on Terra Murata, with Cape Miseno on the mainland in the background. Keywords: picturesque, ruin, defence, fortifications, fortress, Flegrean Islands
PMR515-08 Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: Corricella with port and breakwater, from the Castello. Keywords: picturesque, photogenic, colourful, fishing community, fishing boats, bay, coastline, coast, Flegrean Islands
PMR515-07 Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: view over Corricella to the north coast where the ferry boats arrive, from the Castello. Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, coast, coastline, bay, fishing boats, fishing community, colourful, photogenic
PMR515-06 Italy, Campania, Island of Procida, Corricella: view of the harbour with a large motor cruiser in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, coast, fishing boats, fishing community, colourful
PMR515-05 Italy, Campania, Island of Procida, Corricella: houses on the quayside with boats parked before the front doors. Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, colourful, fishing community, fishing boats
PMR515-04 Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: the harbour at Corricella from the quayside, with the Castello in the background. Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, defence, fortifications, fortress, fishing boats
PMR515-03 Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: the harbour at Corricella from the quayside, with the Castello in the background. Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, defence, fortifications, fortress, fishing boats
PMR515-02 Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: typical alley in Olmo. Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, street scene, colourful
PMR515-01 Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: east coast of Cape Solchiaro, with the island of Ischia in the background. Keywords: nature, Flegrean Islands, countryside, picturesque, landscape, seascape, coast, coastline
PMR514-08 Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli: the tiny inner harbour basin. Keywords: picturesque, port, fishing boats, motor boats, haven
PMR514-05 Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli: the main harbour. Keywords: picturesque, port, fishing boats, motor boats, haven
PMR514-04 Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli, crater of the volcano "Solfatara": view of the west side of the crater; a campsite is hidden in the trees. Keywords: hot springs, ash, steam, picturesque, landscape, fumerole, volcanic, volcano, eruption
PMR514-03 Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli, crater of the volcano "Solfatara": view of the crater from the south lip, with "Bocca Grande" on the extreme right. Keywords: hot springs, picturesque, landscape, fumerole, volcanic, volcano, eruption
PMR513-09 Italy, Lombardy, Milan: on the roof of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon. On the central tower reigns the golden Madonna, 108.5 metres abovve the ground. Keywords: architecture, pinnacles, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR513-07 Italy, Lombardy, Milan: Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II from the roof of the cathedral, with some of the pinnacles and stone figures of the latter in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, statues, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR513-06 Italy, Lombardy, Milan: on the roof of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon. On the central tower reigns the golden Madonna, 108.5 metres abovve the ground. Keywords: architecture, pinnacles, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR513-05 Italy, Lombardy, Milan: detail of the carving on the facade of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon. Also visible are the magnificent bronze doors. Keywords: architecture, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR513-04 Italy, Lombardy, Milan: facade of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon, Golden in the late afternoon sun. Keywords: architecture, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR513-03 Italy, Lombardy, Milan: built in 1386, demolished by a lightning strike on the arsenal in 1521, the main tower of Castello Sforzesco lay in ruins until the rebuilding in 1880. Keywords: architecture, portcullis, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR512-12 Italy, Lombardy, Milan: some of the 135 pinnacles, each with its figure, which adorn the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon. Surmounting all is the golden figure of the Madonna. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Christian, picturesque, metropolis, church, stone work, carving
PMR512-10 Italy, Lombardy, Milan: facade of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon. Keywords: architecture, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR512-04 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: Cima Presanella from the Passo del Tonale. Keywords: alpine, snow, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, Bozen
PMR512-03 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: last sunlight on the Schlern peaks in the Dolomites, from the campsite below the Seiser Alm. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life, Bozen
PMR512-01 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: the Natural Science Museum. Keywords: alpine, street scene, architecture, picturesque, Bozen
PMR511-11 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a clown makes his debut on the tight-rope. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR511-10 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a tight-rope artiste performing in the main square. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR511-09 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a snake handler with an enormous python round his neck is a centre of attraction. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR511-08 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: band of drummers in black and yellow livery. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR511-07 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: some of the rich costumes worn by gentlemen and their ladies. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR511-06 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a belly-dancer with accompanying musicians. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR511-05 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: part of the procession, with burghers in mediaeval costumes. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR511-04 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: the Gothic Cathedral, St. Mary of the Assumption, built between 1280 and 1410, with its ornamental tiled roof. Keywords: alpine, belltower, stone work, architecture, picturesque, Bozen
PMR511-03 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: the village of Vols, a popular centre for walking holidays. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life, Bozen
PMR511-02 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a colourful hand-carved "Witch" puppet on one of the stalls. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR511-01 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a wide range of handicrafts supply the street stalls with their products. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR510-12 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a dollmaker in traditional mediaeval costume with her wares on her back. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR510-11 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: a typical old alleyway in the historic centre of the town. Keywords: alpine, architecture, cobbled street, mediaeval, picturesque, Bozen
PMR510-10 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: demonstration of the use of a spinning wheel by an expert. Keywords: alpine, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR510-08 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: crowds thronging Walther Square. overlooked by the statue of Walther von der Vogelweide, one of the "Meistersingers". Keywords: alpine, Minne Singers, monument, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR510-07 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: mediaeval nobles and burghers show off their rich costumes. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR510-06 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a group of arbalesters carrying their crossbows. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR510-05 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: group of drummers in traditional dress, from Kaufbeuren, with the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption in the background. Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen
PMR510-04 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: camping near the Seiser Alm. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life, Bozen
PMR510-03 Italy, South Tyrol, Vipiteno: pedestrian zone in the heart of the old quarter, with Gothic belltower. Keywords: alpine, street cafe, architecture, street scene, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps
PMR510-02 Italy, South Tyrol, Novale: the Brenner Autobahn strides down the valley from the Brenner Pass. Keywords: alpine, Ried-am-Brenner, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR510-01 Italy, South Tyrol, Novale: traditional alpine houses with geraniums adorning the balconies. Keywords: alpine, Brennero, Ried-am-Brenner, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR509-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lenggries: picnicking near the summit of Brauneck in the Bavarian Alps. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR509-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dachau: parish church and tourist information office in Konrad-Adenauer-Strasse. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, geraniums, Baroque, belltower
PMR509-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dachau: pavement cafe with the tower of the parish church in the background. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, geraniums, Baroque, belltower
PMR509-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Kohlgrub: typical Bavarian alpenland houses with flower-bedecked balconies. Keywords: alpine, geraniums, traditional, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside
PMR499-12 Turkey, Istanbul: Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque, with its six minarets, seen from Sultanahmet Gardens. Keywords: architecture, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage, picturesque
PMR499-10 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
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
PMR498-09 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
PMR498-07 England, Gloucestershire, Upper Slaughter: the church tower and snow-covered churchyard and gravestones. Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage
PMR498-06 England, Gloucestershire, Upper Slaughter: snow-covered cottages on the high street. Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage
PMR498-05 England, Gloucestershire, Upper Slaughter: snow-covered footbridge over the stream, not far from the ford. Keywords: winter, national heritage, historic, snow, architecture, Cotswold stone, picturesque, Cotswolds
PMR498-04 England, Gloucestershire, Upper Slaughter: snow-covered bush with red berries in the garden of a cottage. Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage
PMR498-03 England, Gloucestershire, Lower Slaughter: mansion house in the snow. Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage
PMR498-02 England, Gloucestershire, Lower Slaughter: snowy scene in the picturesque village, with wooden footbridge over the stream in the foreground. Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage
PMR498-01 England, Gloucestershire, Lower Slaughter: cottages in winter sunshine cast reflections in the duck pond. Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage
PMR497-12 England, Gloucestershire, Lower Slaughter: mellow stone cottages in the winter sun. Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage
PMR497-11 England, Gloucestershire, Lower Slaughter: footbridge over the stream, with red-brick water mill in the background. Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage
PMR497-10 England, Gloucestershire, Lower Slaughter: the village green and cottages in the snow. Keywords: winter, national heritage, historic, snow, architecture, Cotswold stone, picturesque, Cotswolds
PMR497-09 England, Gloucestershire, Stow-on-the-Wold: the Unicorn Hotel. Keywords: winter, pub, public house, national heritage, historic, snow, architecture, Cotswold stone, picturesque, Cotswolds
PMR497-08 England, Gloucestershire, Stow-on-the-Wold: the Royalist Hotel, "the oldest inn in England" (947 AD). Keywords: winter, pub, public house, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage
PMR497-07 Austria, Styria, Leoben: fresh snow covers the wooded hills near Leoben, with the Eisenerz Alps in the distance. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life, snow , winter
PMR497-06 Austria, Styria, Leoben: tobogganing in the hills above the town. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life, snow , winter, sledge, sledging
PMR497-02 Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Lake Seebensee and Obere Mahder from the Coburger Hut (1917 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR497-01 Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: view of Lake Seebensee (1657 metres) with the Zugspitze massif reflected in its waters. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR496-12 Island of Crete, Rethimnon: viiew of the town, Venetian fortress, and ferry terminal, from the new road. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, panorama, olive grove, olive tree
PMR496-11 Island of Crete, Rethimnon: the harbour, fishing boats and lighthouse, with the town and beaches in the background. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, haven, beacon, jetty, port, historic, reflections
PMR496-10 Island of Crete, Rethimnon: fishing boats in the harbour with the lighthouse in the background. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, haven, beacon, jetty, port, historic, reflections
PMR496-04 Island of Crete, Kalives: view of the resort and its beach from above. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, coast, coastline, bathing, swimming
PMR495-09 Island of Crete, Kalives: handsome Orthodox church with twin belltowers. Keywords: picturesque, architecture
PMR495-03 Island of Crete, Akrotiri: Gouvernetou Monastery in its barren surroundings. Keywords: mediaeval, historic, historic, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Orthodox, monks
PMR495-01 Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: Ayia Roumeli, a new village at the seaward end of the gorge, where the walkers wait for a ferry to Hora Sfakion, from where there is a road connection to Harnia. Keywords: picturesque, beach, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks
PMR494-12 Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: crossing the small stream on a wooden bridge near the seaward end of the gorge. Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks
PMR494-11 Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: Sidheresportes (Iron Gates), where the walls of the gorge narrow to 3 metres. Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks
PMR494-10 Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: exposed rock strata on the side of the gorge. Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks
PMR494-09 Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: looking back (north) from the Sidheresportes (Iron Gates). Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks
PMR494-08 Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: approach to Sidheresportes (Iron Gates). Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks
PMR494-07 Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: distant view of the bridge and bed of the torrent. Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks
PMR494-06 Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: bridge over the dried-up torrent leading to the old Samaria village. Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks
PMR494-05 Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: hundreds of "mini cairns" built by gorge-walkers. Keywords: picturesque, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks
PMR494-04 Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: wild landscape near the old Samaria village. Keywords: picturesque, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks
PMR494-03 Island of Crete, Harnia: Mosque of the Janissaries, reflected in the waters of the harbour. Keywords: mediaeval, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
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
PMR493-11 Island of Crete, Harnia: a small remnant of the town walls, overgrown with Bougainvillea and Oleander. Keywords: mediaeval, colourful, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR493-10 Island of Crete, Harnia: Hotel Palazzo in the old town, with its handsome wrought-iron balconies. Keywords: picturesque, inn, street scene, architecture, national heritage
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
PMR493-06 Island of Crete, Harnia: Platia 1866 ("1866 Square") with Venetian fountain and palm trees. Statue of Kostaros K. Voludakis behind. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, historic
PMR493-04 Island of Crete: Bali, a small resort on the north coast between Iraklion and Rethimnon, looking northwards along the coastline, towards Iraklion. Keywords: picturesque, village, coastline, bay, landscape, scenic
PMR493-03 Island of Crete: Bali, a small resort on the north coast between Iraklion and Rethimnon. Keywords: picturesque, coastline, bay, landscape, scenic
PMR493-01 Island of Crete, Iraklion: Platia Eleftherias ("Freedom Square", the main square. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, street scene
PMR492-12 Island of Santorini, Fira: small church in the lower town with a handsome filigree cross. Cactus with fruit in the foreground. Keywords: photogenic, Orthodox, colourful, picturesque
PMR492-11 Island of Santorini, Fira: a house built into the hillside in the lower town. Keywords: traditional houses, home, dwelling, colourful, picturesque
PMR492-10 Island of Santorini, Fira: a house built into the hillside in the lower town. Keywords: traditional houses, home, dwelling, colourful, picturesque
PMR492-07 Island of Santorini: view of Fira and its port, Athinios, showing the serpentine cliff road connecting them. In the foreground abandoned conveyors of volcanic ash, formerly loaded on ships for export. Keywords: photogenic, coastline, coast, sailing ship, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque
PMR492-05 Island of Santorini: cruise ship "Century" of Calypso Lines moored in the "Caldera", with the volcanic island, Nea Kameni, in the background. Keywords: photogenic, seascape, colourful, picturesque
PMR492-04 Island of Santorini: northward view from Ormos Balos, with Fira perched on top of the cliffs, anchored schooner, and part of the port of Athinios. Keywords: photogenic, sailing boat, coastline, coast, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque
PMR492-03 Island of Santorini, Perivolos: black sand beach, with the grey slopes of Mesa Vouno in the background. Keywords: picturesque, bathing, swimming, volcanic
PMR492-02 Island of Santorini, Perissa: "Agora", an unusual gift shop, overlooked by Mount Profitis Ilias Monastery. Keywords: pedestrian zone, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, cobbled street, photogenic
PMR492-01 Island of Santorini, Perissa: larger Orthodox church with blue domes and handsome belltower; behind, Mount Profitis Ilias with monastery and defence installations. Keywords: photogenic, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque
PMR491-12 Island of Santorini, Oia: Finikia, the eastern part of Oia, with the "Caldera" and Imerovigli in the distance. Keywords: pedestrian zone, coastline, cliffs, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter, photogenic
PMR491-11 Island of Santorini, Oia: vivid red and white Bougainvillea provides a riot of colour on the front wall of a traditional house. Keywords: pedestrian zone, colourful, picturesque, old quarter, photogenic
PMR491-10 Island of Santorini, Oia: pink-washed church with blue dome and blue/white flagpoles against a vivid blue sky. Keywords: photogenic, Orthodox, colourful, picturesque, old quarter
PMR491-09 Island of Santorini, Oia: blue and pink belltower of a church enhanced by brilliant Bougainvillea flowers and cacti over the door. Keywords: pedestrian zone, Orthodox, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter, photogenic
PMR491-08 Island of Santorini, Oia: donkeys are the only practical means of transport on such steep and narrow ways. The muleteer urges from the rear. Keywords: pedestrian zone, photogenic, old quarter, picturesque, hilltop site, beast of burden, ass
PMR491-07 Island of Santorini, Oia: donkeys are the only practical means of transport on such steep and narrow ways. Keywords: pedestrian zone, photogenic, old quarter, picturesque, hilltop site, beast of burden, ass
PMR491-06 Island of Santorini, Oia: blue church domes with a pink belltower overlooking the "Caldera", with Fira in the distance. Keywords: photogenic, Orthodox, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, taverna
PMR491-05 Island of Santorini, Oia: a tiny, whitewashed church on the outskirts of Oia, overlooking the sea to the north-west. Keywords: photogenic, Orthodox, hilltop site, picturesque
PMR491-04 Island of Santorini, Oia: pink washed church and belltower with the traditional blue dome. Keywords: photogenic, Orthodox, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque
PMR491-03 Island of Santorini: a fisherman baiting his line above the the cristal clear waters of the Bay of Ammoudi, with fishing boats at anchor, backed by the red volcanic cliffs. Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter
PMR491-02 Island of Santorini: the tiny port of Ammoudi at the foot of the red volcanic cliffs, upon which stands the village of Oia. Keywords: photogenic, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter
PMR491-01 Island of Santorini: buildings of Oia, dominated by the old windmill, from the bottom of the stairway down to the sea. Keywords: pedestrian zone, photogenic, old quarter, traditional houses, picturesque, colourful, hilltop site
PMR490-12 Island of Santorini: holiday apartment complex with purple doorways at Oia. An old windmill is preserved above. Keywords: pedestrian zone, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, photogenic
PMR490-11 Island of Santorini: holiday apartments with swimming pool on the northern tip of the island at Oia, with part of the tiny fishing port of Armeni below and the tip of the islet of Thirasia behind. Keywords: photogenic, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses
PMR490-10 Island of Santorini: blue-domed church with Bougainvillea growing on the wall, in Oia. Keywords: pedestrian zone, flowering, flowers, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter, photogenic
PMR490-09 Island of Santorini: buildings of Oia, clustered on the cliffside. Keywords: photogenic, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter
PMR490-08 Island of Santorini: two doorways and a belltower in Oia. Keywords: pedestrian zone, hilltop, colourful, picturesque, cobbled street, traditional houses, old quarter, photogenic
PMR490-07 Island of Santorini: lower Fira, with the Orthodox Cathedral, in the light of the setting sun. Keywords: photogenic, hilltop, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter
PMR490-06 Island of Santorini: the setting sun turns the buildings of Fira from white to gold. Keywords: photogenic, hilltop, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses
PMR490-04 Island of Santorini: late afternoon view of Fira and Mount Profitis Ilias with its radar masts. Keywords: photogenic, hilltop, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses
PMR490-03 Island of Santorini: cliffside riddled with abandoned cave-houses at Imerovigli. Keywords: photogenic, cave dwellings, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter
PMR490-02 Island of Santorini: view south along the coast from Imerovigli with Fira and cruise ships at anchor. Keywords: photogenic, traditional houses, picturesque, cliffs, volcanic
PMR490-01 Island of Santorini: view of the steep lip of the ex-volcano at the narrowest part of the island, looking north from Imerovigli. Keywords: picturesque, geological, geology, shoreline, volcanic, cape, ridge
PMR489-12 Island of Santorini, Imerovigli: holiday apartments with red-painted doors, with Fira in the background, and Mount Profitis Ilias in the distance. Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, colourful, terraces
PMR489-11 Island of Santorini: tiny private terrace overlooking the "Caldera" with a view along the coast. Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses
PMR489-10 Island of Santorini: view along the steep coast from Imerovigli looking towards Fira, with anchored cruise ships. Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses
PMR489-09 Island of Santorini: roof geometry with urn, and view of the "Caldera". Keywords: photogenic, vista, colourful, picturesque
PMR489-08 Island of Santorini: a modern home stands next to its abandoned predecessor, hollowed out of the cliff. Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses
PMR489-07 Island of Santorini, Fira: the town of Fira merges into Imervigli opposite the rock "Skaros". View along the lip. Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter
PMR489-06 Island of Santorini, Fira: informal shops on one of the intimate ways in upper Fira. Keywords: pedestrian zone, colourful, picturesque, cobbled street, traditional houses, old quarter, photogenic
PMR489-05 Island of Santorini, Fira: modern holiday accommodation with swimming pool and terraces bedecked with flowering plants. Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque
PMR489-03 (2) Island of Santorini, Fira: the town of Fira clings to the steep lip of the ex-volcano crater. On the left is the rock "Skaros", on which an impregnable fortress provided refuge from pirates for the island inhabitants in the Middle Ages. Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses
PMR489-03 (1) Island of Santorini, Fira: two of the local cats are somewhat blase about the view. Keywords: photogenic, vista, colourful, picturesque
PMR489-02 Island of Santorini, Fira: cruise ships anchored in the "Caldera" below Fira, with a Bougainvillea terrace in the foreground. Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, colourful, vista
PMR489-01 Island of Santorini, Fira: cruise ships anchored in the "Caldera" below Fira, with the volcanic island, Nea Kameni, behind. Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, colourful, vista
PMR488-12 Island of Santorini, Fira: main road and shopping area of the island's principal town. Keywords: pedestrian zone, street view, photogenic, old quarter, cobbled street, picturesque, colourful
PMR488-11 Island of Santorini, Fira: main road and shopping area of the island's principal town. Keywords: pedestrian zone, street view, photogenic, old quarter, cobbled street, picturesque, colourful
PMR488-07 Island of Crete, Palace of Knossos: "North Lustral Bath", probably a shrine with religious significance. Keywords: picturesque, restoration, preservation, history, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology, national heritage, architecture
PMR488-06 Island of Crete, Palace of Knossos: restored pithos (urn) and porch above the north entrance. Keywords: picturesque, restoration, preservation, history, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology, national heritage, architecture
PMR488-04 Island of Crete, Palace of Knossos: reconstructed stairway to the King's Megaron. Keywords: picturesque, restoration, preservation, history, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology, national heritage, architecture
PMR488-03 Island of Crete, Palace of Knossos: restored portico with columns and relief fresco of the bull, above the north entrance. Keywords: picturesque, restoration, preservation, history, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology, national heritage, architecture
PMR459-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the whole of the resort of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, with the Wetterstein range stretching into the distance, viewed from the Felsenkanzel. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR459-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Mount Brünstelkopf from Mount Kramerspitz, with sheep in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR459-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: flock of sheep on the summit of Mount Kramerspitz. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR459-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view east from the summit of Mount Kramerspitz (1985 metres). Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR459-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria: approaching the summit of Mount Kramerspitz (1985 metres). Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR459-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Wetterstein Mountains and the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain, with the village of Grainau in the valley. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR459-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria: western end of the Wetterstein mountains, with the village of Hammersbach in the valley. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR458-12 Germany, Bavaria, Passau: onion domes of the cathedral and Danube cruise boats reflected in the waters of the river. Keywords: picturesque, churches, reflections, skyline, architecture
PMR458-11 Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: wine tavern supporting luxuriant vines, where the local "Heurige" (new) wines are on sale. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR458-10 Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: vineyards below the town, overlooked by the ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart was allegedly imprisoned until discovered by his faithful servant, Blondel. Keywords: mediaeval, countryside, rustical, defence, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque
PMR458-09 Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: "Gasthof Goldener Strauss" ("Golden Ostrich Inn"), mecca for thirsty cyclists. Keywords: mediaeval, old quarter, picturesque, national heritage, architecture
PMR458-08 Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: the River Danube winds its way between the typical green hills of the Wachau. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, countryside, rustic, bucilic, national heritage
PMR458-07 Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: houses built against the steep, rocky mountainside, overlooked by the remains of the old town fortifications. Keywords: mediaeval, defence, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR458-06 Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: main street and part of the town hall. Keywords: mediaeval, old quarter, cottages, village, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR458-05 Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: wooded banks of the River Danube, from the promenade. Keywords: picturesque, rustic, bucolic, nature, landscape, countryside
PMR458-04 Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: the ornate Baroque belltower of the parish church can be seen from afar. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage
PMR458-03 Slovakia, Bratislava: Slovakia's National Theatre, built according to plans of Viennese architects in 1884-6. The Ganymede Fountain, in front of the theatre, is the work of V.O. Tilgner. Keywords: picturesque, culture, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage
PMR457-11 Slovakia, Bratislava: Bratislava Fortress (Hrad), visible for miles around, was destroyed in a fire in 1811, rebuilt from 1953. The first fortress on this site was built by the Slavs in the 9th century. Known locally as "the bedstead". Keywords: mediaeval, capital city, Pressburg, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR457-10 Slovakia, Bratislava: SNP Bridge ("Bridge of the Uprising of the Slovakian People") spans the River Danube to the residential area "Petrzalka", where 150,000 people live. Atop the bridge supports is a restaurant with a panoramic view. Keywords: picturesque, dormitory suburb, river barges, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage
PMR457-09 Slovakia, Bratislava: St. Martin's Cathedral was used from 1563 to 1830 for the coronations of the kings of Hungary, when Budapest was occupied by the Turks; hence the gold crown atop the spire. The red building is an extension to the Slovakian National Gallery. River Danube can be seen in the distance. Keywords: mediaeval, panorama, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR457-08 Slovakia, Bratislava: the "Good Shepherd" ("U dobrého pastiera"), a carefully restored Rococo building, is home to a museum of clocks and watches. Keywords: picturesque, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage
PMR457-07 Slovakia, Bratislava: the "Good Shepherd" ("U dobrého pastiera"), a carefully restored Rococo building, is home to a museum of clocks and watches. Keywords: picturesque, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage
PMR457-06 Slovakia, Bratislava: the Austrian Embassy, newly restored. Keywords: picturesque, wood-carving, stone-carving, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage
PMR457-05 Slovakia, Bratislava: Michalská (Street) with Michalský brána, the sole survivor of three town gate-towers, the oldest part of which dates back to the 14th century. Keywords: mediaeval, street scene, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR457-04 Slovakia, Bratislava: typical of the narrow alleyways in the old quarter of the city is the Basteigasse. Keywords: mediaeval, cobblestones, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR457-03 Slovakia, Bratislava: Palais Grassalkowich, built 1760-65 for Prince Anton Grassalkowich, until recently used by the communist youth organisation "Young Pioneers". View of the entrance with Slovakian flag. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Pressburg, capital city, palace, mansion
PMR457-02 Slovakia, Bratislava: Palais Grassalkowich, built 1760-65 for Prince Anton Grassalkowich, until recently used by the communist youth organisation "Young Pioneers". Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Pressburg, capital city, palace, mansion
PMR457-01 Slovakia, Bratislava: Renaissance arcades in the inner court of the Old Town Hall (Stará radnica), dating in part from 13/14th century. It now houses the City Museum. Keywords: mediaeval, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR456-12 Slovakia, Bratislava: Hlavné námestie (square) with the tower of the Old Town Hall and the Roland statue over the fountain of the same name. Keywords: mediaeval, cobblestones, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR456-05 Hungary, Hortobágy: group of bronze figures in traditional dress gathered round a well near the entrance to the national park (puszta). Behind is the famous stone bridge with nine arches, built in 1830, the longest such in Hungary. Keywords: monument, statues, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR455-12 Hungary, Budapest: view of the River Danube and city from the Citadel, with Elizabeth Bridge in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, metropolis, capital city, national heritage
PMR454-12 Austria, Salzkammergut, Radstadt: one of the towers of the 13th century ramparts which are still largely intact. Keywords: alpine, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, autumn colours, defence, fortifications
PMR454-11 Austria, Styria, Admont: the Benedictine Abbey, founded in the 11th century but rebuilt in 1865, possesses a famous Rococo library comprising 1600 Mss. and 150,000 volumes. Keywords: alpine, architecture, religious order, learning-centre, picturesque
PMR454-10 Austria, Styria: typical autumn landscape in the "Gesäuse", a long and steep-sided pass through the Ennstaler Alps. Keywords: alpine, river-bank, snow, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR454-09 Austria, Styria, Eisenerz: the rocky summit of the Pfaffenstein (1871 metres) towers over the old mining town. Keywords: alpine, heritage, historic, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR454-08 Austria, Styria, Eisenerz: former Town Hall, dating from the 15th century, now serves as a courthouse (Bezirksgericht), with the Alps behind. Keywords: alpine, mediaeval, heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, mountain range
PMR454-06 Austria, Styria, Mariazell: facade of the Benedictine Basilica; when the Gothic church was extended in 1644-1704 two Baroque towers were added on either side of the original porch and tower. Keywords: alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, Catholic, pilgrim's goal, holy place
PMR454-05 Austria, Styria, Mariazell: park in the centre of the town, with the Hotel Schwarzer Adler in the background. Keywords: picturesque, formal gardens
pmr451-03 Latvia, Riga: newly renovated buildings in the Old Town, with the restaurant "Pút Bé´jin" in the foreground. Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR454-04 Austria, Styria, Mariazell: facade of the Benedictine Basilica; when the Gothic church was extended in 1644-1704 two Baroque towers were added on either side of the original porch and tower. Keywords: alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, Catholic, pilgrim's goal, holy place
PMR454-03 Austria, Styria, Mariazell: goal of pilgrims throughout the lands of the former Habsburg Empire, is situated on the escarpment of a verdant Alpine basin. Panorama of the town. Keywords: alpine, historic, holy place, pilgrim's goal, Catholic, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR454-02 Austria, Styria: Brandhof Hunting Lodge, where the Archduke Johann secretly married a commoner, Anna Plochl, in 1827. Keywords: alpine, romantic, historic, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR454-01 Austria, Styria: Lake Leopoldstein in the Eisernerz Alps. Keywords: alpine, reflections, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR453-05 Poland, Stargard: gable of the Town Hall with a tower of St. Mary's Parish Church behind. Keywords: mediaeval, Gothic, historic, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR453-04 Poland, Stargard: the oldest town gate is the Brama Pyrzycka from the end of the 13th century. Keywords: mediaeval, historic, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR453-03 Poland, Stargard: towers belonging to the town's fortifications built in the late 15th century, now used as a museum. Keywords: mediaeval, historic, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR453-02 Poland, Stargard: a brick, Gothic burgher house, dating back to the 15th century, but altered in mid-17th century. Keywords: mediaeval, historic, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR453-01 Poland, Stargard: the Gothic Town Hall acquired some Renaissance features during a rebuild in 1638, and the gable now displays terracotta filigree-work. Keywords: mediaeval, historic, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, decolourful
PMR452-12 Poland, Stargard: Parish Church of St. Mary, dating back to the late 13th century, with newly renovated "Old Guard-house" (left) and gable houses. Keywords: mediaeval, historic, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, red-brick, Gothic
PMR452-08 Lithuania, Klaipéda: "Meridianas", an old sailing ship moored not far from the town centre, now serves as a restaurant. Keywords: picturesque, veteran, nautical, marine, sail, tradition, heritage, Memel
PMR452-07 Lithuania, Klaipéda: a timber-frame house, unusual in the Baltic countries, but in Memel/Klaipéda a few recall the previous German community. Keywords: picturesque, dwelling, half-timbered, architecture, tradition, heritage, Memel
PMR452-05 Lithuania, Klaipéda: street trader in amber which is found in substantial quantities all along the Baltic coast. Keywords: picturesque, jewellery, tradition, heritage, Memel
PMR452-04 Lithuania, Klaipéda: the car ferry, "Nida", which provides a link between Klaipéda and Smiltyné on the Neringa Peninsula. The crossing takes 20 minutes. Keywords: picturesque, nautical, marine, vessel, ship, boat , Memel
PMR452-03 Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: the Ethnographical Museum in a traditional thatched, wooden building. Keywords: picturesque, Courland Spit, fishing, village, colourful, heritage, tradition
PMR452-02 Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: typical thatched wooden fisherman's cottage in Nida. Keywords: picturesque, tradition, heritage, colourful, village, fishing, Courland Spit
PMR452-01 Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: this former fisherman's cottage now offers accommodation for visitors in the main resort, Nida. Keywords: picturesque, Courland Spit, fishing, village, colourful, heritage, tradition
PMR451-12 Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula, Pervalka: a thatched wooden cottage in the traditional style. Keywords: picturesque, tradition, heritage, colourful, village, fishing
PMR451-11 Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: carved tree trunk to the memory of Liudvikas Gedimas Reza. Keywords: picturesque, Courland Spit, sculpture, monument, woodcarving, heritage, tradition
PMR451-09 Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: colourful, traditional wooden house in Juodkrante. Keywords: picturesque, Courland Spit, tradition, heritage, colourful, village, fishing
PMR451-08 Latvia, Liepája: old wooden houses and the neo-Gothic, red-brick church tower. Keywords: picturesque, street scene
PMR451-06 Latvia, Liepája: market scene, with churchtowers in the background. Keywords: picturesque, fruit, vegetables, colourful
PMR451-05 Latvia, Ventspils: Russian Orthodox Church. Keywords: architecture, Christian, Byzantine, national heritage, picturesque
PMR451-04 Latvia, Riga: the National Opera House, previously the Deutsches Theater, opened in 1856 (architect: Ludwig Bonstedt). Keywords: architecture, colourful, flowerbeds, national heritage, historic, picturesque, neo-classical, capital city, metropolis
PMR450-12 Estonia, Tartu: the main university building, completed in 1809. Keywords: architecture, columns, neoclassical, urban, national heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR450-11 Estonia, Tartu: the new university building. Keywords: architecture, urban, national heritage, picturesque
PMR450-10 Estonia, Tartu: the classical Town Hall Building, dating from1789 (architect: Bartholomäus Walter), with youngsters selling newspapers in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, urban, national heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR450-08 Estonia, Tartu: Town Hall Square, with the Town Hall at the head. Keywords: architecture, urban, national heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR450-07 Estonia, Tartu: the "Crooked House", no. 18 Town Hall Square, owes its appearance to ground subsidence. Keywords: architecture, urban, national heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR450-06 Estonia, Narva: the tower "Langer Hermann" in Hermann's Fortress stands eyeball-to-eyeball with the Russian fortress Ivangorod, on the opposite side of the River Narva. It now houses a number of museums. Keywords: picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, fortifications, defence
PMR450-05 Estonia, Narva: the Russian fortress Ivangorod from the walls of Hermann's Fortress with historic mortar in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, fortifications, defence
PMR450-04 Estonia, Narva: the Russian fortress Ivangorod from the bank of the River Narva. Keywords: picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, fortifications, defence
PMR450-03 Estonia, Narva: the Russian fortress Ivangorod from the walls of Hermann's Fortress. Keywords: picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, fortifications, defence
PMR450-02 Estonia, Narva: the tower "Langer Hermann" in Hermann's Fortress stands eyeball-to-eyeball with the Russian fortress Ivangorod, on the opposite side of the River Narva. It now houses a number of museums. Keywords: picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, fortifications, defence
PMR450-01 Estonia, Tallinn: the Estonian Open Air Museum: farm building from Rusi, South Estonia (end of 19th century). Keywords: picturesque, old implements, handwork, living conditions, country life, wooden buildings, village life, national heritage, historic
PMR449-12 Estonia, Tallinn: the Estonian Open Air Museum: two windmills from: Saaremaa (1871-6) and Sutlepa, West Estonia (1748). Keywords: picturesque, old implements, handwork, living conditions, country life, wooden buildings, village life, national heritage, historic
PMR449-11 Estonia, Tallinn: the Estonian Open Air Museum: tenant-farm building from the island of Hiiumaa (second half of the 19th century). Keywords: picturesque, old implements, handwork, living conditions, country life, wooden buildings, village life, national heritage, historic
PMR449-10 Estonia, Tallinn: the Estonian Open Air Museum: North Estonian farm building from Kutsari (late 19th century) with contemporary crops in the garden. Keywords: picturesque, old implements, handwork, living conditions, country life, wooden buildings, village life, national heritage, historic
PMR449-09 Estonia, Tallinn: the Estonian Open Air Museum: West Estonian tenant-farm building from the second half of the 19th century, with traditional well in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, old implements, handwork, living conditions, country life, wooden buildings, village life, national heritage, historic
PMR449-08 Estonia, Tallinn: the Estonian Open Air Museum: West Estonian farm building from mid 18th century, with traditional well in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, old implements, handwork, living conditions, country life, wooden buildings, village life, national heritage, historic
PMR449-07 Estonia, Tallinn: entrance to Palmse, in the Lahemaa National Park: Palmse Manor House, built for the Governor-General Carl Magnus von der Pahlen in 1697, is now used as a hotel. Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR449-05 Estonia, Tallinn: a corner of Townhall Square (Raekoja plats) with the old apothecary's shop on the left. This has been in business since 1422 and is thus one of the oldest in Europe. Keywords: city, pharmacy, chemist, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR449-04 Estonia, Tallinn: a novel sculpture in the Tornide väljak ("Place of Towers") Park. Keywords: city, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, art, artistic, striking
PMR449-03 Estonia, Tallinn: a terrace of houses on Kooli (Street) overlooked by the defence tower called "Loewenschede". Keywords: city, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR449-02 Estonia, Tallinn: the "Three Sisters", three gable houses built in the 15th century by a rich merchant for his three daughters. Keywords: city, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR449-01 Estonia, Tallinn: "Alexander Nevski" Russian Orthodox Cathedral, completed in 1900, on Cathedral Hill. Keywords: city, Byzantine, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR448-12 Estonia, Tallinn: an old burgher house with storage space on the upper floors. Keywords: city, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR448-11 Estonia, Tallinn: four of the remaining defence towers on the town wall. In the 17th century there were 50 such towers and each had a name. Keywords: city, fortifications, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR448-10 Estonia, Tallinn: town wall with defence towers and wooden gallery. Keywords: city, fortifications, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR448-09 Estonia, Tallinn: Toompea Palace, seat of the Estonian Parliament. Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR448-04 Latvia, Riga: National Theatre. Keywords: city, Art Deco, national heritage, historic, picturesque, neo-classical, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR448-03 Latvia, Riga: Church of Saints Peter and Paul. Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, neo-classical, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR448-02 Latvia, Riga: city skyline, with the castle in the centre, from the Vansu Suspension Bridge. Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, mediaeval, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR448-01 Latvia, Riga: view of the castle, built in 1350 by the Knights of theTeutonic Order, which now houses museums and the national art gallery. Keywords: city, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, historic, national heritage
PMR447-08 Latvia, Riga: the old Powder Tower on Smilsu iela (street). Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, mediaeval, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR447-07 Latvia, Riga: view of the cathedral, the castle, St. Jacob's Church, the River Daugava and the docks, with Cathedral Square in the centre, from the tower of St. Peter's Church. Keywords: city, panorama, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR447-06 Latvia, Riga: view of the cathedral, the castle and Vansu Suspension Bridge over the River Daugava, from the tower of St. Peter's Church. Keywords: city, panorama, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR447-05 Latvia, Riga: view of the cathedral, the castle and Vansu Suspension Bridge over the River Daugava, from the tower of St. Peter's Church. Keywords: city, panorama, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR447-04 Latvia, Riga: The "Bremer Musikanten", a modern sculpture presented to Riga by its patron city, Bremen, on the Skarnu iela (street). Keywords: city, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, historic, national heritage, monument, bronze
PMR447-03 Latvia, Riga: two of the three burgher houses known as "The Three Brothers", dating from 15-18th centuries. Keywords: city, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR447-02 Latvia, Riga: newly restored buildings in the centre of the city. Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR447-01 Latvia, Riga: tower of Riga Cathedral whose foundation stone was laid in 1211 by Bishop Albert of Bremen, the founder of the town. Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR446-12 Latvia, Riga: superbly restored terrace on Torna iela (street), containing boutiques and offices. Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR446-11 Latvia, Riga: the national freedom monument in the heart of the capital. The three stars held aloft by the figure symbolise the three provinces of Latvia. Keywords: city, statue, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR446-10 Lithuania, Salociai: windmill and typical wood-carvings at the roadside, close to the Latvian border. Keywords: picturesque, handwork, folk culture, folk art, wooden figures, sculptures, tradition, historic
PMR446-09 Lithuania, Trakai: this striking wooden building with columned portico is the office of the National Park administration. Keywords: picturesque, historic, architecture
PMR446-08 Lithuania, Trakai: typical wooden houses of the people of the Jewish Karaite sect who were brought here over 600 years ago from the Crimea to act as palace guards for Prince Vytautas, and still maintain their language and culture. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, tradition, historic, mediaeval
PMR446-07 Lithuania, Trakai: one of the mighty corner-towers of the castle, from the wooden bridge. Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, defence, fortifications, red brick, architecture
PMR446-06 Lithuania, Trakai: view of the old, original walls and steps of the castle from the grassy moat. Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, defence, fortifications, architecture
PMR446-05 Lithuania, Trakai: gatehouse tower of the castle reflected in the waters of Lake Galves. Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, defence, fortifications, red brick, architecture
PMR446-04 Lithuania, Trakai: reflections of the castle through the trees on Lake Galves. Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, defence, fortifications, red brick, architecture
PMR446-03 Lithuania, Trakai: two young girls watching the swans and yachts on Lake Galves. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, rural, countryside, sailing boats
PMR446-02 Lithuania, Trakai: the castle with wooden access bridge. Built in the 14th century as a refuge from the knights of the Teutonic Order. Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, defence, fortifications, sailing boats, red brick, architecture
PMR446-01 Lithuania, Trakai: yachts on Lake Galves with the castle on its island in the background. Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, defence, fortifications, sailing boats, red brick, architecture
PMR445-04 Poland, Gdansk: the tower of St. Katharine's Church, dating from the 14th century. Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR445-02 Poland, Gdansk: Long Market Place ("Dlugi Targ") with Town Hall and clocktower in the background. Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR445-01 Poland, Gdansk: entrance to one of the burgher houses dated 1660, built above street level to prevent flooding. Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR444-12 Poland, Gdansk: gabled houses on Mariacka overshadowed by St. Mary's Cathedral. Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR444-07 Poland, Gdansk: 14th century St. Katharine's Church was formerly the parish church of the old town. Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR444-06 Poland, Gdansk: the Big Mill, built in 14th century and the biggest mill in Europe, employing 18 waterwheels driven by the Raduni Canal, and producing 200 tons of flour a day. Still in use at the start of WWII. Behind is the tower of St. Catharine's Church, dating back to 1185. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, reflections, Danzig
PMR444-04 Poland, Gdynia: fountain on the South Mole with flowerbeds in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful
PMR443-12 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Island of Rügen: typical half-timbered cottage in the village of Garz. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture
PMR443-10 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Island of Rügen: the village church with typical wooden belfry. Keywords: mediaeval, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR443-09 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Island of Rügen: one of many brick-built, old, thatched cottages. Keywords: mediaeval, home, dwelling, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR443-07 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald: sailing barge "Aenna te Condern" at her mooring. Keywords: picturesque, ship, boat, sail, maritime, nautical, national heritage
PMR443-06 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald: market and newly-renovated houses, with the church tower in the background. Keywords: mediaeval, gables, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR443-05 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald: a corner of the marketplace. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage
PMR443-04 Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald: market and newly-renovated houses. Keywords: mediaeval, gables, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR441-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Füssen: the River Lech rushes through a deep gorge after negotiating the Lech Falls. Keywords: alpine, rapids, white water, waterfall, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR441-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: an important meteorological station on the summit of the Zugspitze (2966 metres), Germany's highest mountain, with the spectators' viewing platform behind. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, meteorology, weather station, Alps
PMR441-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: summit cross on the Zugspitze (2966 metres), Germany's highest mountain, with snow-covered Alps of Austria and Italy in the background. Keywords: alpine, Alps, rock, snow scene, picturesque
PMR441-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: nature trail through the marshy area of Murnauer Moss. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque
PMR441-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: log harvest in a coniferous wood on the Murnauer Moss. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, forestry, logging
PMR441-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Globe Flower (Trollius europaeus) on Murnauer Moss. Keywords: alpine, alpine flowers, wildflowers, botany, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR441-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: frescoes on the facade of the "Sponer Haus" and former Town Hall. Keywords: alpine, village life, cobbled street, Alps, picturesque
PMR441-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: main street and market. Keywords: alpine, village life, cobbled street, Alps, picturesque
PMR440-12 Poland, Zakopane: droschke awaiting custom in early morning sunshine, with the skiing slopes visible in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, snow scene, winter sport
PMR440-06 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: one of the marked mountain paths in the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR440-05 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: summit cross of Mount Bärenkopf (1989 metres) with Lake Achen in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR440-04 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: Lake Achen from the summit of Mount Bärenkopf (1989 metres) with snow in the foreground, and the village of Pertisau on the lakeside, left. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life, fall
PMR440-03 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: larches near the peak of Mount Bärenkopf against the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, autumn colours, fall, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR440-02 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: the hut on the Bärenalm (1407 metres) with the Karwendel Mountains behind. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR440-01 Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: larches in autumn colours overlooking Lake Achen near Innsbruck. Keywords: alpine, autumn foliage, fall, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR439-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: rotunda on the southern garden terrace containing a statue of Venus with Amoretti by J. Hautmann, 1877. Keywords: alpine, sculpture, classical, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR439-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: cottage facade with frescoes and geraniums. Keywords: alpine, colourful, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque
PMR439-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: chalet-type houses climbing up the hillside. Keywords: alpine, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR439-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Urfeld on Lake Walchen: lake with the Walchensee Mountains behind. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR438-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: River Ammer, flowing from the Ammergauer Alps through autumn scenery. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR438-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: view of the landscape, emerging from a pedestrian underpass. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR438-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: frescoes on the "Hänsel & Gretel Haus" in the Ettaler Strasse. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR438-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: a row of former farmhouses on the outskirts of the town. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR438-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: tower and onion dome of the Church of Sts. Peter and Paul. Keywords: alpine, autumn colours, fall, nature, colourful, picturesque
PMR438-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: colourful oriel and house facade Keywords: alpine, geraniums, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR438-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: Hotel Alte Post, with wall frescoes and tables on the pavement. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful
PMR438-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: Hotel Wolf, with a fine display of geraniums on the balconies. Keywords: alpine, chalet, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR438-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: the Neptune Fountain by M. Wagmüller, modelled on the original in Versailles. Keywords: alpine, sculpture, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR438-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: river goddess on the terrace. Keywords: alpine, sculpture, statue, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR437-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: view of the palace and fountain surrounded by autumn colour. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR437-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: the distant Alps, from a beech tree in autumn splendour. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR437-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: Moorish Kiosk, acquired by Ludwig from Bohemia in 1896, surrounded by autumn foliage. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR437-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: Moorish Kiosk, acquired by Ludwig from Bohemia in 1896. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR437-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: pond and autumn foliage. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR437-07 Poland, Milicz: lake in the bird and wildlife reserve, 30 kilometres north of Wroclaw. Keywords: picturesque, reeds, scenery, rural, countryside, reflections
PMR437-06 Poland, Wroclaw: Mlynski Bridge crosses an arm of the River Oder; seen from Cathedral Bridge. Keywords: mediaeval, Breslau, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR437-05 Poland, Wroclaw: Cathedral Bridge (Most Tumski) with the twin towers of the cathedral in the background. Keywords: mediaeval, Breslau, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR437-04 Poland, Wroclaw: Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, built in the 13th century, but destroyed in 1945 and rebuilt in the original Gothic style. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Breslau
PMR437-03 Poland, Wroclaw: gabled houses on the west side of the Rynek or Market Place with the "Griffin House" ("Pod Gryfami") in Flemish Renaissance style (right). Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Breslau, colourful
PMR437-01 Poland, Wroclaw: repaving the Rynek (Market Place) with cobblestones. Row of gabled burgher houses in the background. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Breslau
PMR436-12 Poland, Wroclaw: newly renovated gabled houses in the north east corner of the Rynek or Market Place. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Breslau, colourful
PMR436-11 Poland, Wroclaw: newly renovated gabled houses on the Rynek or Market Place. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Breslau, colourful
PMR436-10 Poland, Wroclaw: the famous east facade of the Town Hall is Gothic in style and boasts an astronomical clock dating from 1580. Keywords: mediaeval, Breslau, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR436-09 Poland, Wroclaw: filigree carving on a Renaissance oriel of the 700-year-old Town Hall. Keywords: mediaeval, Breslau, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR540-11 Croatia, Sveti Jurai: moored boats in the harbour with church tower visible through the trees, in late afternoon sunlight. Keywords: North Adriatic, picturesque, quayside, pleasure craft
PMR540-04 Slovenia, Radovljica: fountain with statue of Josipini Hocervarjevi in the main street. Keywords: architecture, sculpture, monument, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR540-03 Slovenia, Radovljica: frescoed facade of one of the mediaeval houses in the old market square. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic
PMR540-02 Slovenia, Bukovje: Predjama Castle, built into a system of natural caves in a 123-metre-high cliff, dates back to 1202, although the site has been occupied since prehistoric times. It was the refuge of the legendary15th century robber baron, Erazem of Predjama who held out for over a year under siege from Habsberg forces. It lies about 11 kilometres from Postojna. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, architecture, defence, fortifications
PMR540-01 Slovenia, Bukovje: view of the village, which lies about 11 kilometres from Postojna, from Predjama Castle approach, with part of the jousting course visible. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, flowerbeds, colourful
PMR539-12 Slovakia, Kremnica: the 12-metre-high defence walls of the town, complete with bastions, were built in the early 14th century. Keywords: architecture, fortifications, defence, Kremnitz, national heritage, picturesque, historic
PMR539-11 Slovakia, Kremnica: the Gothic church of St. Catherine with separate belltower and turreted clocktower with gallery, standing within the walls of the castle, which is the best preserved mediaeval castle in the area. Keywords: architecture, historic, picturesque, national heritage, Kremnitz, mediaeval, defence, fortifications
PMR539-10 Slovakia, Kremnica: the Gothic church of St. Catherine with separate belltower and turreted clocktower with gallery, standing within the walls of the castle, which is the best preserved mediaeval castle in the area. Keywords: architecture, historic, picturesque, national heritage, Kremnitz, mediaeval, defence, fortifications
PMR539-09 Slovakia, Kremnica: the Baroque Plague Column, erected in thanksgiving for the end of the plague in the 17th century, with St. Catherines Church in the background. Keywords: architecture, Kremnitz, national heritage, picturesque, historic, stone carving, sculpture, statues, monument
PMR539-08 Slovakia, Zilina: Budatin Castle now houses the town's museum. Keywords: defence, Sillein, historic, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications
PMR539-07 Slovakia, Zilina: attractive facades of the shops in a pedestrian street, Narodna ulica. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Sillein, Baroque, street scene
PMR539-06 Slovakia, Zilina: unusual fountain in the Namestie A. Hlinku, at the northern end of the town, with wooded hills beyond. Keywords: architecture, modern art, artistic, pedestrian area, Sillein, picturesque
PMR539-05 Slovakia, Zilina: the twin towers of the Baroque church overlook new buildings and fountain in Marianske Namestie. Keywords: architecture, pedestrian area, Sillein, national heritage, picturesque, cobblestones
PMR539-04 Slovakia, Zilina: a corner of Marianske Namestie (Square), with arcaded shops, ancient oriel, and carillon. Keywords: architecture, Sillein, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic
PMR539-03 Slovakia, Zilina: entrance gate and former drawbridge of Strecno Castle which dates back to the early 14th century. Keywords: defence, Sillein, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic, ruin
PMR539-01 Slovakia, Zilina: approach to Strecno Castle which dates back to the early 14th century. Keywords: defence, Sillein, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic
PMR538-12 Austria, Vienna: fountain, with part of the orangery belonging to Schonbrunn Palace. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, capital city, sculptures, formal gardens, architecture, potted shrubs
PMR538-10 Austria, Vienna: the Neptune Fountain in the grounds of Schonbrunn Palace. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Rococo, formal gardens, sculptures, capital city, national heritage
PMR538-09 Austria, Vienna: Schonbrunn Palace and gardens framed by the horses of the Neptune Fountain. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Rococo, formal gardens, sculptures, capital city, national heritage
PMR538-08 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: view of the Hohensalzburg Fortress, the cathedral, and the Collegiate Church, with the River Salzach in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Mozart, music festival, skyline
PMR538-07 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: famous view of the Hohensalzburg Fortress and cathedral from the Mirabell Gardens, with the flowerbeds providing a colourful foreground. Keywords: picturesque, statuary, vista, formal gardens, park, music festival, Mozart
PMR538-06 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: the cathedral, built in the Baroque style between 1614 and 1655, faces onto the fully-enclosed Domplatz (Cathedral Square). The first church on this site was built in the 8th century. Beyond flows the River Salzach. Keywords: picturesque, music festival, Mozart, rooftops, panorama
PMR538-05 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: view of the Alps from the Hohensalzburg Fortress. Keywords: picturesque, countryside, landscape, music festival, Mozart, panorama
PMR538-04 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: view from the Hohensalzburg Fortress with St. Peter's Church in the left foreground, the Cathedral right, and Franciscan Church (with narrow spire) behind. Beyond flows the River Salzach. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, rooftops, Mozart, music festival
PMR538-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau on Lake Constance: lake steamer entering the harbour between the lion monument and the lighthouse, with reflections in the water. The far shore is in Switzerland. Keywords: picturesque, Bodensee, lake cruise
PMR538-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau on Lake Constance: view of the famous lion, guarding the entrance to the harbour, from the lighthouse. Keywords: picturesque, harbour, yacht harbour, quayside, jetty, monument, colourful
PMR537-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria: buttercup meadows surrounding a stud farm. Keywords: alpine, spring, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR435-04 Poland, Chmielewo: typical wayside crucifix, lovingly decorated with flowers and coloured ribbons. Stork's nest on the roof in the background. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, tradition, Catholic
PMR435-01 Poland, Gdansk: the Arsenal (Zeughaus), a fine example of Renaissance architecture, completed in 1605 by Anthony van Obbergen, who was responsible for a number of buildings in Danzig at this time. Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR434-12 Poland, Gdansk: view from the Town Hall Tower: rows of gabled burgher houses, all rebuilt after WWII, with some complete facades visible in the foreground. Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR434-11 Poland, Gdansk: view from the Town Hall Tower: rows of gabled burgher houses, all rebuilt after WWII. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Danzig
PMR434-10 Poland, Gdansk: view of the spires of St. Mary's Cathedral from the top of the Town Hall Tower, with the docks of Danzig in the background. Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, Danzig, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR434-09 Poland, Gdansk: St. Mary's Cathedral, the largest Gothic church in Poland, can accommodate 25,000 worshippers. Consecrated in 1502, after 159 years in construction, the building survived WWII, but was burnt out in 1945. Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR434-08 Poland, Gdansk: gabled frontages on the River Motlawa with the Green Gate and Long Quay behind. Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR434-07 Poland, Gdansk: the Big Crane, erected in 1444, was used for heavy loads (e.g. ships' masts) and was operated by a 20-foot wooden tread-wheel driven by prisoners from the Stock Tower. Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR434-06 Poland, Gdansk: ruins of one of the huge warehouses on Speicherinsel ("Warehouse Island"). In the 17th century almost 300 such warehouses extended over more than one kilometre, connected by railway lines. Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR434-05 Poland, Gdansk: gables and the Big Crane on the Long Quay reflected in the waters of the River Motlawa, with the towers of St. Mary's Cathedral behind. Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR434-04 Poland, Gdansk: the Green Gate (1568) whose arches separate the Long Quay from the Long Marketplace. Keywords: mediaeval, Renaissance, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR434-02 Poland, Gdansk: the famous Neptune Fountain in the Long Marketplace was cast in 1633 by a bellmaker from Augsburg. Keywords: mediaeval, monument, statue, bronze, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR434-01 Poland, Hela: one of the old fishermen's cottages, now catering for the tourist trade. Keywords: holiday resort, eating, cafe, Hel, sunshine, picturesque, seaside
PMR433-12 Poland, Hela: the old Gothic church now accommodates the Fishing Museum. Keywords: holiday resort, red-brick, architecture, Hel, sunshine, picturesque, seaside
PMR433-11 Poland, Jastarnia: colourful coastal fishing boat off-loading nets. Keywords: seaside, fishing port, harbour, sunshine, picturesque
PMR433-10 Poland, Jastarnia: a pair of fishing boats under repair in dry dock. Keywords: seaside, fishing port, harbour, sunshine, picturesque
PMR433-09 Poland, Jastarnia: larger fishing boats moored alongside the jetty, with a bundle of fishing-net markers in the foreground. Keywords: seaside, fishing port, harbour, sunshine, picturesque
PMR433-08 Poland, Jastarnia: colourful fishing boats in the small harbourof this fishing port on the Hel Peninsula. Keywords: seaside, fishing port, harbour, sunshine, picturesque
PMR433-07 Poland, Sopot: sauntering on the pier is a favourite pastime in summer. Keywords: holiday resort, bathing costumes, beach, sunshine, picturesque, seaside
PMR433-06 Poland, Sopot: the pier, at 516 metres, is one of the longest in Europe. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, picturesque, seaside
PMR433-05 Poland, Sopot: ferry boats call at the end of the pier. Keywords: holiday resort, sunshine, picturesque, seaside
PMR433-04 Poland, Sopot: the beach, in the Bay of Danzig. Sopot was the most popular beach resort on the Baltic coast in the 19th century. Keywords: holiday resort, bathing, beach, sunshine, picturesque, seaside
PMR433-03 Poland, Gdansk: the Big Mill, built in 14th century and the biggest mill in Europe, employing 18 waterwheels driven by the Raduni Canal, and producing 200 tons of flour a day. Still in use at the start of WWII. Behind is the tower of St. Catharine's Church, dating back to 1185. Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR433-02 Poland, Gdansk: the Maritime Museum with its collection of boats, including "Soldek", the first freighter built in the modern shipyard. Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR433-01 Poland, Gdansk: High Gate (Brama Wyzynna), formerly the splendid main entrance to the Hansa City. To the rear is the Stock Tower, formerly the prison, and adjoining Torture Chamber. Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR537-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria: a blossom-covered apple tree surrounded by dandelions. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR537-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria: alpine cottage in a clearing with a blossom-covered apple tree and massed dandelions. A good stock of firewood provides for cold nights. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, spring
PMR537-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria: alpine cottage in a clearing with a blossom-covered apple tree and massed dandelions. Keywords: alpine, spring, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR537-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria: alpine cottage in a clearing, with flowering apple tree, and the Bavarian Alps in the background. Keywords: alpine, spring, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR537-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria: fresh green foliage of the deciduous trees mingles with the dark green of the conifers on the Blomberg. Snow covered Alps in the background. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR537-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: para-wing enthusiasts preparing their gear on a meadow not far from the summit station of the Blomberg cablecar. Keywords: alpine, flying, gliding, parachutes, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR537-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Alps from a path along the ridge to the para-wing launch site from the summit station of the Blomberg cablecar. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR537-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Alps from a wood near the summit station of the Blomberg cablecar. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
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
PMR536-05 Syria: view of the desert and mountains on the road to Damascus with "welcome" sign for drivers in the first 4x4 Syrian Desert Rallye. Keywords: picturesque, lifeless, barren, vista, landscape, desert
PMR536-04 Syria: two "Qubab" houses, a form of dwelling unchanged in 2000 years, standing in the desert on the road to Damascus. Reminiscent of the Italian "Trulli" of Apulia. Note the scarecrow. Keywords: architecture, desert, historical, natural heritage, picturesque, traditional
PMR535-09 Syria, Palmyra: end of the Colonnaded Way with Hadrian's Gate. The brackets on the columns originally supported statues. Built after the visit of the Emperor Hadrian in 129 AD. Keywords: architecture, ruined city, desert, historical, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, picturesque, Roman, columns
PMR535-08 Syria, Palmyra: well-preserved stage of the Roman Theatre, dating from the second half of the second century AD. Keywords: architecture, ruined city, desert, historical, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, picturesque, Roman, columns
PMR535-07 Syria, Palmyra: the monumental Tetrapylon (only one column is original granite) where the Colonnaded Way makes a change of direction of several degrees. Built after the visit of the Emperor Hadrian in 129 AD. Camel and rider in the foreground, and Qalaat ibn Maan fortress in the background. Keywords: architecture, ruined city, desert, historical, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, picturesque, Roman, columns
PMR535-06 Syria, Palmyra: fragment of carved vaulting, with the Colonnaded Way and fortress Qalaat ibn Maan in the background. Built after the visit of the Emperor Hadrian in 129 AD. Keywords: architecture, ruined city, desert, historical, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, picturesque, Roman, columns
PMR535-05 Syria, Palmyra: remains of the colonnade on the east side of the Agora, seen through a doorway. Built after the visit of the Emperor Hadrian in 129 AD. Keywords: architecture, ruined city, desert, historical, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, picturesque, Roman, columns
PMR535-04 Syria, Palmyra: middle section of the Colonnaded Way, about 300 metres long, and culminating in Hadrian's Gate. Built after the visit of the Emperor Hadrian in 129 AD. Keywords: architecture, ruined city, desert, historical, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, picturesque, Roman, columns
PMR535-03 Syria, Palmyra: camel, with ruins and fortress as background; Qalast ibn Maan is attributed to Fakhr ed-Din (1590-1635). Keywords: ruined city, picturesque, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical, desert
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
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
PMR533-03 Iraq, Hatra: a great Arab city, founded in the 3rd century BC after the fall of the Assyrian empire in 612 BC and Babylon in 539 BC. The buildings combine elements of Hellenistic/Roman and Syrian architecture: the Northern Gate flanks the Temple of Marn as does its pendant, the Southern Gate, both however facing east in common with all sacral buildings, as befits the worship of the sun. Keywords: architecture, stone carving, picturesque, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical, desert, ruined city, Mesopotamia
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
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
PMR530-04 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
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
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
PMR526-10 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
PMR525-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: drinking beer in the winter sunshine outside the Hotel Alte Post, with its colourful frescoes. Keywords: alpine, street cafe, chalet, picturesque, colourful
PMR525-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: snow scene with logs and shadows. Keywords: alpine, open air, walking, hiking, winter, snow, picturesque, nature
PMR525-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: on the footpath (Altherrenweg) between Oberammergau and Unterammergau after a snowfall, with the Bavarian Alps in the distance. Keywords: alpine, open air, walking, hiking, winter, snow, picturesque, nature
PMR525-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: walkers in the snow, on the footpath (Altherrenweg) through a wood between Oberammergau and Unterammergau, with a stream in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, open air, walking, hiking, winter, snow, picturesque, nature
PMR525-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: walkers in the snow, on the footpath (Altherrenweg) between Oberammergau and Unterammergau. Keywords: alpine, open air, walking, hiking, winter, snow, picturesque, nature
PMR525-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: houses and stream after a snowfall. Keywords: alpine, winter, snow, picturesque, nature
PMR525-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: facade of the passion-play theatre after a heavy snowfall. Keywords: alpine, winter, snow, picturesque, colourful
PMR525-03 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: view of the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain, with melting snow and hikers in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, walkers, winter, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR525-02 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: view of the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain, with stream and wooden bridge in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, winter, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR525-01 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: view of the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain, with a couple sitting on a bench in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR524-10 England, London: the Houses of Parliament with Big Ben floodlit, from the south bank, with light reflections in the River Thames. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR524-09 England, London: the Houses of Parliament with Big Ben floodlit, from the south bank, with light reflections in the River Thames. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR524-08 England, London: St. Paul's Cathedral floodlit, with Blackfriars Bridge, from the south bank, with light reflections in the River Thames. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, capital city, metropolis
PMR524-07 England, London: St. Paul's Cathedral floodlit at dusk, from the south bank, with light reflections in the River Thames. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR524-05 England, London: River Thames and city skyline from Waterloo Bridge with pleasure cruiser and floating jetty in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, capital city, metropolis
PMR523-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Lake Spitzing, from the summit of Rosskpf (1580 metres). Keywords: alpine, Spitzingsee, meadows, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR523-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the little village of Wall in the foothills of the Alps near Oberaudorf. Keywords: alpine, meadows, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life
PMR523-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the former monastery at Tegernsee, with the twin spires of St. Quirin visible over the roof. Keywords: picturesque, boathouse, boats, Lake Tegern
PMR523-03 Italy, Sicily, Vieste: the famous chalk pillar "Pizzomunno", 25 metres high, trademark of Vieste, stands on the beach. Behind, the town huddles together on top of the chalk cliffs. The resort is on the tip of the Gargano peninsula, in Gargano National Park. Keywords: picturesque, clean water, monolith, beach, coast, coastline, breakers, sandy
PMR523-02 Italy, Sicily, Vieste: no work for the lifeguard's boat; behind the town huddles together on top of the chalk cliffs. The resort is on the tip of the Gargano peninsula, in Gargano National Park. Keywords: picturesque, beach, coast, coastline, breakers, sandy
PMR523-01 Italy, Sicily, Vieste: empty beaches of this resort on the tip of the Gargano peninsula, in Gargano National Park. Keywords: picturesque, sandy, breakers, coastline, coast, beach
PMR521-12 Italy, Sicily, Bova Marina: view of the town and bay, about 30 kilometres from Reggio di Calabria, with flowering shrub in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, corniche, coastline, coast, beach
PMR521-11 Italy, Sicily, Cefalu: Piazza Garibaldi, overlooked by the fortress on the Rocca di Cefalu. Keywords: architecture, defence, fortifications, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR521-07 Italy, Sicily, Palermo: gallery above the Porta Nuova, built as a triumphal arch to celebrate the capture of Tunis by Charles V in 1535. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR521-04 Italy, Sicily, Palermo: monument to Philip V in the Piazza Vittoria. Keywords: national heritage, sculpture, statue, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic
PMR521-03 Italy, Sicily, Palermo: Gothic porch of the cathedral, added in the 15th century; the Baroque dome is a more recent addition, from 1781-1801. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, mediaeval, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR521-01 Italy, Sicily, Palermo: east facade of the cathedral, which is pure Norman style from the late 12th century. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, mediaeval, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR520-12 Italy, Sicily, Palermo: the Cathedral, Santa Maria dell' Assunta, built in 1185 in Sicilian Norman style with a Gothic west front added in the 14th-15th centuries. On the left is the statue of Santa Rosalia, patroness of Palermo. Keywords: architecture, saint, sculpture, monument, metropolis, capital city, mediaeval, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR518-04 Italy, Sicily, Castiglione: this mediaeval town clusters around the Arab-Norman fortifications on the top of a hill, about 20 kilometres from Taormina. Keywords: picturesque, defence, Sicilia, national heritage, historic, landscape, architecture
PMR518-02 Italy, Sicily, Taormina: the town from above, with the Greek amphitheatre (3rd century BC) top left. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, landscape, historic, Sicilia
PMR518-01 Italy, Sicily, Taormina: view of the town from above, the Greek amphitheatre (3rd century BC), and the coast road from the Saracens' Castle. Keywords: picturesque, Sicilia, panorama, coast
PMR517-12 Italy, Sicily, Taormina: view from the old Saracen Castle with the village of Castelmola on its rock. Keywords: picturesque, hills, Opuntia, cactus, Sicilia, national heritage, historic, landscape
PMR517-11 Italy, Sicily, Taormina: cross on Monte Tauro, with luxuriant and colourful vegetation on the mountainside. Keywords: picturesque, Sicilia, landscape
PMR517-09 Italy, Sicily, Taormina: Piazza del Duomo with 15th century facade of St. Nicholas Cathedral. The Baroque fountain is crowned with a stone centaur, the symbol of Taormina. Keywords: picturesque, Sicilia, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, architecture
PMR517-05 Italy, Sicily, Catania: the elephant fountain, symbol of Catania, stands in the Piazza Duomo. The obelisk was brought from Egypt by the Romans; the elephant was carved from volcanic lava in Byzantine times. The city has been buried under lava from Etna seven times in recorded history. Keywords: picturesque, Sicilia, historic, volcanic
PMR517-04 Italy, Sicily, Acireale: harbour of Santa Maria La Scala, a fishing village. Keywords: picturesque, Sicilia, fishing boats, quayside
PMR517-03 Italy, Campania: Pisciotta sits on a hill overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, undisturbed by tourists. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, hill town
PMR517-02 Italy, Campania, Acciaroli: the main square. Hemingway spent 3 months here in 1953. The town lies inside the boundary of the Cilento National Park. Keywords: picturesque, street scene
PMR517-01 Italy, Campania, Acciaroli: tower and church from the harbour. Hemingway spent 3 months here in 1953. The town lies inside the boundary of the Cilento National Park. Keywords: picturesque, defence, fortifications, fishing boats
PMR516-12 Italy, Campania, Paestum (originally " Poseidonia"): "Temple of Ceres" (more likely: Athena) built by the Greeks at the end of the 6th century BC, is surrounded by 34 Doric columns. The first Greek temple to combine a Doric exterior with Ionic interior elements. In the foreground is part of the Via Sacra. Keywords: landscape, Doric style, architecture, picturesque, Graeco-Roman
PMR516-11 Italy, Campania, Paestum (originally " Poseidonia"): "Temple of Ceres" (more likely: Athena) built by the Greeks at the end of the 6th century BC, is surrounded by 34 Doric columns. The first Greek temple to combine a Doric exterior with Ionic interior elements. Keywords: landscape, Doric style, architecture, picturesque, Graeco-Roman
PMR516-10 Italy, Campania, Paestum (originally " Poseidonia"): "Temple of Ceres" (more likely: Athena) built by the Greeks at the end of the 6th century BC, is surrounded by 34 Doric columns. The first Greek temple to combine a Doric exterior with Ionic interior elements. Keywords: landscape, Doric style, architecture, picturesque, Graeco-Roman
PMR516-09 Italy, Campania, Paestum (originally " Poseidonia"): "Temple of Ceres" (more likely: Athena) built by the Greeks at the end of the 6th century BC, is surrounded by 34 Doric columns. The first Greek temple to combine a Doric exterior with Ionic interior elements. Keywords: landscape, Doric style, architecture, picturesque, Graeco-Roman
PMR516-07 Italy, Campania, Naples: panorama from the terrace of the Monastery of St. Martin on the Vomero Hill, with Vesuvius in the background. Keywords: volcano, historic, picturesque, metropolis, Napoli, smog
PMR516-04 Italy, Campania, Flegrean Fields (Campi Flegri): the Castle of Baia, from its strategic vantage point, commands the Gulf of Pozzuoli. Keywords: landscape, picturesque, volcanic, defence, fortress, fortifications
PMR516-03 Italy, Campania, Flegrean Fields (Campi Flegri): the Castle of Baia, seen from the harbour, now houses an archeological museum. Keywords: landscape, fishing boats, colourful, volcanic, picturesque
PMR516-02 Italy, Campania, Flegrean Fields (Campi Flegri): Lake Avernus, in a volcanic crater, was regarded by the ancients as the entrance to the underworld because it has no visible outlet. On the far shore stands the ruin of the "Temple of Apollo", built under the Emperor Hadrian. Keywords: landscape, myths, volcanic, picturesque
PMR516-01 Italy, Campania, Flegrean Fields (Campi Flegri): the harbour at Baia Keywords: landscape, fishing boats, volcanic, picturesque
pmr143K-26 Laos, Vientiane: the Prime Minister's Office, with reflections in the Patuxai fountain pool. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR143K-36 Laos, Vientiane: Wat That Fune temple stands in its own grounds near the Patuxai triumphal arch. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR143K-35 Laos, Vientiane: the Presidential Office stands in its own grounds, looking up Lane Xang Avenue. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR143K-34 Laos, Vientiane: the Prime Minister's Office, from the top of the Patuxai triumphal arch. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR143K-33 Laos, Vientiane: Patuxai triumphal arch from the gardens, with pool and shrubs in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR143K-32 Laos, Vientiane: two handsome shrines in the gardens of Wat Inpeng temple, restored 1968-75. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR143K-31 Laos, Vientiane: Wat Haysok temple, noted for its 5-tier-roof and elaborately carved temple doors on themes from the Ramayana. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR143K-30 Laos, Vientiane: Ornately decorated gable depicting Buddha preaching, in Wat Mixay (?) temple grounds. Keywords: Buddhist, temple, colourful, monument, national heritage, picturesque, architecture
PMR143K-29 Laos, Vientiane: Wat Mixay temple gate from inside with twin naga serpents guarding the temple entrance. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR143K-28 Laos, Vientiane: Wat Mixay temple gate with guardian "yaks", from outside. Keywords: Buddhist, temple, colourful, monument, national heritage, picturesque, architecture
PMR143K-27 Laos, Vientiane: the Prime Minister's Office, the facade from the road. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR143K-24 Laos, Vientiane: Wat Si Saket temple, built 1819-24 by Chao Anou, is Vientiane's oldest surviving temple. View of the cloisters where are displayed many of the 6400 Buddha figures in the temple, from the courtyard. Keywords: Buddhist, temple, colourful, monument, national heritage, picturesque, architecture
PMR143K-23 Laos, Vientiane: Wat Si Saket temple, built 1819-24 by Chao Anou, is Vientiane's oldest surviving temple. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR143K-22 Thailand, Pattaya: the "Sanctuary of Truth" intended for meditation, at 100 metres high, is believed to be the highest building in the world built entirely of wood (teak). Wood carvers and carpenters have been working on its construction since 1981. View of the sanctuary on its peninsula in the sea, from the arrival terrace. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR143K-21 Thailand, Pattaya: the "Sanctuary of Truth" intended for meditation, at 100 metres high, is believed to be the highest building in the world built entirely of wood (teak). Wood carvers and carpenters have been working on its construction since 1981. A carved panel devoted to Buddhist "devata" figures (female deities). Keywords: Buddhist, erotic, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR143K-20 Thailand, Pattaya: the "Sanctuary of Truth" intended for meditation, at 100 metres high, is believed to be the highest building in the world built entirely of wood (teak). Wood carvers and carpenters have been working on its construction since 1981. View of the external carving through a window on the ground floor. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR143K-19 Thailand, Pattaya: the "Sanctuary of Truth" intended for meditation, at 100 metres high, is believed to be the highest building in the world built entirely of wood (teak). Wood carvers and carpenters have been working on its construction since 1981. Detail of the carving: Airavata (Erawan), the three-headed elephant, mount of Indra. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR143K-18 Thailand, Pattaya: the "Sanctuary of Truth" intended for meditation, at 100 metres high, is believed to be the highest building in the world built entirely of wood (teak). Wood carvers and carpenters have been working on its construction since 1981. The main entrance is surrounded by prolific carvings. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR143K-17 Thailand, Pattaya: the "Sanctuary of Truth" intended for meditation, at 100 metres high, is believed to be the highest building in the world built entirely of wood (teak). Wood carvers and carpenters have been working on its construction since 1981. Elephant rides are available for visitors to the sanctuary. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR143K-16 Thailand, Pattaya: the "Sanctuary of Truth" intended for meditation, at 100 metres high, is believed to be the highest building in the world built entirely of wood (teak). Wood carvers and carpenters have been working on its construction since 1981. A closer view of the roof carvings Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR143K-15 Thailand, Pattaya: the "Sanctuary of Truth" intended for meditation, at 100 metres high, is believed to be the highest building in the world built entirely of wood (teak). Wood carvers and carpenters have been working on its construction since 1981. View across the lake, with reflections. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR142K-34 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Linderhof: the little chapel in the grounds of Linderhof Palace, surrounded by autumn colour. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR142K-33 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Linderhof: King Ludwig II's palace surrounded by a forest of trees in autumn colours, with the Ammergauer Mountains as backdrop. Keywords: alpine, autumn colours, fall, nature, colourful, picturesque
PMR142K-32 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Linderhof: wooden cottage in the grounds of Linderhof Palace, with the Ammergauer Mountains as backdrop. Keywords: alpine, autumn colours, fall, nature, colourful, picturesque
PMR142K-31 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Linderhof: autumn colours in the grounds of Linderhof Palace, with the Ammergauer Mountains as backdrop. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR142K-30 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: River Ammer, flowing from the Ammergauer Alps through autumn scenery. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR142K-29 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: River Ammer, flowing from the Ammergauer Alps through autumn scenery. Keywords: alpine, autumn colours, fall, nature, colourful, picturesque
PMR142K-28 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: the Passion Playhouse, with bronze figure of Jesus on a donkey in the foreground. The "Passionspiel" is performed every ten years. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR142K-27 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: dining on the pavement at the Hotel Alte Post in late autumn sunshine. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR142K-26 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: Marie-Mattfeld "Hänsel- und Gretel-Kinderheim" (Orphanage) with profuse frescoes on the facade. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR142K-24 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: cafe of the Handwerkerhof (artisans' market) next to Königstor, which has a wide range of hand-made goods on offer. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-23 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Frauentor Gate, one of 4 principal round towers, in the south-west, named for the adjoining Klara Nunnery. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-22 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: one of the fortified towers in the Frauentor wall on the south side of the city. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-21 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Frauentor outer and inner fortified walls with towers and Frauentorgraben (moat) on the south side of the city. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-20 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Frauentor, fortified south wall of the city with roofed defenders' gallery, towers and dry moat. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-19 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: outer and inner fortified walls with defence towers on the south side of the city, with colourful autumn trees. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-18 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Königstrasse, with the twin towers of the Church of St. Laurence (Lorenzkirche) in the background. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-17 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Nassauer Haus, one of the best-preserved examples of mediaeval tower houses. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-16 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Schöner Brunnen (Beautiful Fountain) erected 1389-96 by Heinrich Beheim in the Market Place, showing some of the 40 stone figures adorning the 19-metre-high Gothic spire. Keywords: Nürnberg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, autumn colours, fortifications, defence
PMR142K-15 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Gothic Schöner Brunnen (Beautiful Fountain), erected 1389-96 by Heinrich Beheim in the Market Place, with the twin spires of St. Sebald's cathedral behind, and shoppers in mediaeval dress. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-14 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the square "Beim Tiergärtner Tor" with the Kaiserburg (Imperial Castle) rising up in the background. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-13 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the restaurant "Zum Albrecht Dürer" in the square "Beim Tiergärtner Tor" overlooked by the Kaiserburg (Imperial Castle). Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-12 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Albrecht Dürer Haus, the timber-framed residence and workplace of Albrecht Dürer (1471-1528). Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-11 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the stone well in the square "Beim Tiergärtner Tor" surrounded by old timber-frame houses. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-10 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: gable and tower of the Palas (main building) in the Kaiserburg (Imperial Castle), with painted window shutters. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-09 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the half-timbered wellhouse in the forecourt of the Kaiserburg (Imperial Castle) , built in 1564, houses the Deep Well. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-08 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Kaiserburg (Imperial Castle) with Sinwell Tower, on its sandstone outcrop, dominates the city in the north. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-07 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Sinwell Tower (15-16 th century) in the Kaiserburg (Imperial Castle), built on a sandstone outcrop. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-06 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the impressive Renaissance facade of the Fembohaus, now the home of the City Museum. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-05 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Laufer Schlagturm ("Strike-Tower") dating from 1250, named for its striking clock. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR142K-04 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: approach to the Nürnberger Tor, the south-west gate to the town. Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR142K-03 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: the Industry Museum, reflected in the River Pegnitz, was formerley the home of Dietz & Pfriem, a leading manufacturer of engine valves, and displays their workshops and machinery. Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR142K-02 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: view of the Old Mill and waterwheel with the tower of St. John's Church behind. Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR142K-01 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: Wenzelschloss (Kaiserburg) on the Schlossinsel (Castle-island) in the River Pegnitz, dates from th 12th century. Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR141K-36 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: Oberer Martktplatz (Marketplace) with half-timbered houses and the Hersbrucker Tor, the main north-east gate to the mediaeval town, behind. Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR141K-35 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: tower of the ruined Sankt-Leonhards-Kirche (St. Leonards Church). Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR141K-34 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: the Altes Rathaus (Old Townhall) separates the Upper and Lower Marketplaces. Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR141K-33 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: Unterer Marktplatz (Marketplace) with the Altes Rathaus (Old Townhall) on the right. Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR141K-32 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: Johanniskirche (St. John's Church) from Johannisstrasse. Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR141K-31 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: the half-timbered Judenturm (Jews' Tower), built about 1430, was formerly a part of the town wall. Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR141K-30 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: view from the Wasserbrücke bridge encompassing the weir, Judenturm (Jews' Tower), water mill, and St. John's Church. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, reflections, autumn colours
PMR141K-29 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Heilig-Geist-Spital (Holy Ghost Hospital), built 1332-39, reflected in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-28 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Sinwell Tower in the 13th century Kaiserburg (Imperial Castle). Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-27 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: figure of St. George and the dragon on the corner of a building in "Beim Tiergärtnertor" Square. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-26 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: tower of the Tiergärtnertor (gate) where the road tunnels under the fortifications. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-25 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: half-timbered buildings in "Beim Tiergärtnertor" Square with the Imperial Fortress towering in the background. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-24 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg cafe in "Beim Tiergärtnertor" Square, overlooked by a wooden defence gallery on the city wall. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-23 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: defence wall in the west of the city with dry moat and tower in the distance. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-22 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: city wall in the west with defence tower just visible through autumn foliage. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-21 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Hallertor was the main gate in the weat wall of the mediaeval city and spans the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-20 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: fortified city wall with defence gallery, dry moat and towers, on the south side of the city. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-19 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: reflections of the Maxbrücke (bridge) and Hangman's House in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-18 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: burgher houses reflected in the River Pegnitz, from the old wooden Henkersteg (Hangman's Bridge). Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-17 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Hangman's House and former wine hall "Weinstadel", reflected in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-16 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Hangman's House and former wine hall "Weinstadel", reflected in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-15 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: 14th century Gothic Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche) with 16th century gable by Adam Krafft and carillon with figures of the seven Electors swearing allegiance to the Emperor in 1356. Keywords: Nürnberg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, reflections, autumn colours, fortifications, defence
PMR141K-14 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Gothic Schöner Brunnen (Beautiful Fountain) in the Market Place, with the twin spires of St. Sebald's cathedral behind. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR141K-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: view along the Sebental (valley) into Austria, with Mount Gimpel and Mount Kellenspitze (2240 metres), seen from Mount Aggenstein. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR141K-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: Unterer Breitenberg village from the Bad Kissinger Hut, on Mount Aggenstein near the Austrian border. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR141K-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: a stream of hikers on the path up to the Bad Kissinger Hut (above), on Mount Aggenstein, near the Austrian border. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR141K-09 Austria, Tyrol, Grän: Mount Gimpel and Mount Kellenspitze (2240 metres) in the Tannheimer Mountains. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR141K-08 Greece, Island of Kos: columned atrium of the Casa Rommana, a restored Roman Villa dating from the 2nd or 3rd century AD. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR141K-07 Greece, Island of Kos: the Asklepieion was one of the healing centres based on the cult of Asklepius, the father of all physicians. Founded about the 5th century BC, it was here that Hippocrates practised his new theories of medical healing. Here: restored, arched retaining wall with two surviving statues of the many which originally occupied the niches. Keywords: Greek Isles, medecine, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church, archeology
PMR141K-06 Greece, Island of Kos: the Asklepieion was one of the healing centres based on the cult of Asklepius, the father of all physicians. Founded about the 5th century BC, it was here that Hippocrates practised his new theories of medical healing. Here: remains of the New Temple of Asklepius on the third (and top) terrace. Keywords: Greek Isles, archeology, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, medecine
PMR141K-05 Greece, Island of Kos: the Asklepieion was one of the healing centres based on the cult of Asklepius, the father of all physicians. Founded about the 5th century BC, it was here that Hippocrates practised his new theories of medical healing. Here: view of the second terrace with the Altar of Asklepius on the left. Keywords: Greek Isles, archeology, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, medecine
PMR141K-04 Greece, Island of Kos: the Asklepieion was one of the healing centres based on the cult of Asklepius, the father of all physicians. Founded about the 5th century BC, it was here that Hippocrates practised his new theories of medical healing. Here: re-erected columns of a Temple of Apollo on the second terrace, with the grand central stairway behind. Keywords: Greek Isles, archeology, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, medecine
PMR141K-03 Greece, Island of Kos: the Asklepieion was one of the healing centres based on the cult of Asklepius, the father of all physicians. Founded about the 5th century BC, it was here that Hippocrates practised his new theories of medical healing. Here: the arched retaining wall (anderon) of the second terrace of the Asklepieion. Keywords: Greek Isles, medecine, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church, archeology
PMR141K-02 Greece, Island of Kos: Venetian style Police Station and the Crusader Fortress (1514) on the waterfront, seen from the beach. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR141K-01 Greece, Island of Kos: Venetian style Police Station and the Crusader Fortress (1514) on the waterfront, seen from the mole. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR140K-15 Greece, Island of Kos: the Turkish yacht, "Bahriyeli C" moored outside Kos harbour. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR140K-14 Greece, Island of Kos: ancient wagon tracks on the Roman road, with the ruins of the Thermae (baths) on the left. Keywords: Greek Isles, archeology, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR140K-13 Greece, Island of Kos: re-erected columns which formerly lined the Roman Gymnasium on two sides, a part of the extensive Roman city. Keywords: Greek Isles, archeology, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR140K-12 Greece, Island of Kos: the 18th century Defterdar Mosque in Eleftherias Square provides a reminder of the long Ottoman occupation. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR140K-11 Greece, Island of Kos: one of a number of archeological sites with remains of Graeco-Roman buildings. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR140K-10 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: fishing boats moored in the harbour, with the town in the background. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR140K-09 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: fishing boats moored in the harbour, with the town in the background. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR140K-08 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: a shady square with palm trees and oleanders; behind the Venetian-style belltower built by the Italians during the occupation in the 1930s. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR140K-07 Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: an elaborate pebble mosaic in the town square with the Venetian-style Municipal Building built by the Italians during the occupation in the 1930s. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR140K-06 Greece, Island of Leros: the fine harbourmaster's building overlooking the port of Lakki, erected by the Italians during the occupation in the 1930s. Lakki possesses one of the largest and most secure harbours in the whole of the Mediterranean, and was used by the Italians, British and Germans during WWII. With its future in mind, the Italians built a number of striking buildings in Lakki. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR140K-05 Greece, Island of Leros: a row of preserved, historic windmills, without sails, forerunners of our wind-turbines, on the ridge above the town of Pandeli. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR140K-04 Greece, Island of Leros: tiny Orthodox church, perched on the rocks overlooking the town of Agia Marina. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, whitewashed walls
PMR140K-03 Greece, Island of Leros: view of part of the town of Pandeli from the ramparts of the Kastro (Platanos Castle, built in the 7th century AD and added to by Byzantines and Venetians, offered protection to villagers from pirate attacks). Lakiou Bay, on the other side of the island, is visible at the top right. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR140K-02 Greece, Island of Leros: view of the town of Agia Marina from the ramparts of the Kastro (Platanos Castle, built in the 7th century AD and added to by Byzantines and Venetians, offered protection to villagers from pirate attacks). Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR140K-01 Greece, Island of Leros: view of the town of Agia Marina from the ramparts of the Kastro (Platanos Castle, built in the 7th century AD and added to by Byzantines and Venetians, offered protection to villagers from pirate attacks). Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR139K-19 Greece, Island of Patmos: closer view of the town of Skala with its harbour, from the Monastery of St. John the Theologian. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR139K-18 Greece, Island of Patmos: panorama view with the town of Skala and Hohlakas Bay (left) and Aspris Bay (right) and the neck of land between them, from the Monastery of St. John the Theologian. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR139K-17 Greece, Island of Patmos: a flowering bougainvillea in a corner of the Monastery of St. John the Theologian, founded in 1088 near to the cave where St. John of Patmos had a series of visions which he recorded at length. Keywords: Greek Isles, whitewashed walls, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR139K-16 Greece, Island of Patmos: view of the town of Skala from the Monastery of St. John the Theologian, founded in 1088 near to the cave where St. John of Patmos had a series of visions which he recorded at length. Here, a roof courtyard, with monks' cells in the background. Keywords: Greek Isles, whitewashed walls, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR139K-15 Greece, Island of Patmos: an ancient doorway in the Monastery of St. John the Theologian, founded in 1088 near to the cave where St. John of Patmos had a series of visions which he recorded at length. Keywords: Greek Isles, whitewashed walls, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR139K-14 Greece, Island of Patmos: Monastery of St. John the Theologian, founded in 1088 near to the cave where St. John of Patmos had a series of visions which he recorded at length. Here, the cobbled, arched inner forecourt with well in the foreground. Keywords: Greek Isles, whitewashed walls, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR139K-13 Greece, Island of Patmos: view of the town of Skala with harbour from the Monastery of St. John the Theologian. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR137K-34 Mongolia, Övörkhangai Aimag (Province), Khangai Nuruu National Park: Rotel bus parked for the night at a "wildernis site" by the Orkhol River. Picturesque landscape and skyscape. Keywords: Mongol, Buddhism, Buddhist, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism
PMR137K-31 Mongolia, Övörkhangai Aimag (Province), Khangai Nuruu National Park: landscape with the Orkhon River in the foreground. Keywords: Mongol, picturesque, Buddhism, Buddhist, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism
PMR137K-26 Mongolia, Övörkhangai Aimag (Province), Khangai Nuruu National Park: Orkhon Khöndii (Valley of the River Orkhon). A picturesque view of the river above the waterfall. Keywords: Mongol, Buddhism, Buddhist, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism
PMR135K-08 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: view of Hapimag Building and Höhematte meadows from the funicular station, Harderkulm (1322 metres). Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR135K-07 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view of Interlaken from the Harderkulm funicular. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR135K-06 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: grassy hillside with colourful alpine flowers and snow-capped Alps in the background. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR135K-05 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Leopard's Bane (Doronicum grandiflorum) on the Faulhorn. Keywords: Alps, botanical, botany, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR135K-04 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Sägistalsee (Lake) and the Furggenhorn from the summit of the Faulhorn. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR135K-03 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Mount Cenis Pansy (Viola cenisia) on the Faulhorn. Keywords: Alps, botanical, botany, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR135K-02 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: signpost on the Faulhorn, with the Eiger (3970 metres) in the background. Keywords: Alps, walkers, hikers, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR135K-01 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: hostelry on the Faulhorn (2680 metres), with the winding track to the top. Keywords: Alps, walking, hiking, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-36 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: cushion of Moss Campion (Silene acaulis) and Golden Cinquefoil (Potentilla aurea) provide welcome colour on the track to the Faulhorn. Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR134K-35 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: patches of snow on the track to the Faulhorn, leading through stony, barren ground, with little vegetation. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-34 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: on the edge of a snowfield, with the Bachalpsee and the snow-covered Alps in the distance. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-33 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: mountain streamlet, fed by melting snow, with the Bachalpsee and snow-covered Alps in the distance. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-32 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: snow-flecked Simelihorn reflected in the waters of the Upper Bachalpsee. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-31 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: reflections of the Wetterhorn (3701 metres) and Schreckhorn (4078 metres) in the blue waters of the Upper Bachalpsee. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-30 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: snowy Simelihorn reflected in the waters of the Upper Bachalpsee. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-29 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Lower Bachalpsee on the left, with the track to Faulhorn, and snowy Simelihorn (2751 metres) ahead. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-28 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: mountain stream with Kingcups/Marsh Marigolds (Caltha palustris) and snow-capped Alps in the distance. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-27 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the flower-sprinkled verges of the track up to the Bachalpsee, with the Simelihorn (2751 metres) ahead. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-26 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: flowers of Oxlip (Primula elatior) provide a splash of colour on the track to the Bachalpsee. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-25 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the Eiger (3970 metres) with mountain stream and Kingcups/Marsh Marigolds (Caltha palustris) in the foreground. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-24 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view from the track up to the Bachalpsee with a panorama of snow-capped Alps. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-23 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: blanket of cloud covering Grindelwald but above 1800 metres the sun is shining - view from the cable-car station, First. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-22 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: peak of the Wetterhorn visible above its shroud of cloud. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-21 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: Hotel Eiger, formerly Hotel Bristol, 60 years ago! Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-20 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Schloss Oberhofen on Lake Thun in the late afternoon. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-19 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Merligen and the Niederhorn from Lake Thun. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-18 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Giessbach Falls: the Edelweiss-decorated lake steamer, "Jungfrau", arriving from Brienz. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-17 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Giessbach Falls: view of the Grand Hotel Giessbach and Lake Brienz, from near the top of the falls. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-16 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Giessbach Falls: a turbulent stretch of the River Giessbach, with blowing spume. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-15 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Giessbach Falls: one of the upper drops, in a wooded area. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-14 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Giessbach Falls: Grand Hotel Giessbach with the green waters of Lake Brienz behind. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-13 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Giessbach Falls: Grand Hotel Giessbach and Lake Brienz, seen from a ledge behind the waterfall. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-12 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Giessbach Falls: Grand Hotel Giessbach, from the lower falls. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-11 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Giessbach Falls: the lowest and broadest of the drops, nearest to the Grand Hotel Giessbach. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-10 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Giessbach Falls: five of the fourteen drops of the River Giessbach down to Lake Brienz, after starting at 2700 metres on the Schwarzhorn. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-09 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the funicular at Giessbach, the oldest cable-funicular in the world (since July 1879), with Lake Brienz in the background. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-08 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Edelweiss-decorated lake steamer, "Jungfrau", at speed on Lake Brienz. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-07 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Iseltwald, on its peninsula, reflected in the waters of Lake Brienz. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-06 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Edelweiss-decorated steamer, "Jungfrau", on Lake Brienz. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-05 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: reflections of Iseltwald in the mirror-surface of Lake Brienz. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-04 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Bönigen: the waterfront at Bönigen, on Lake Brienz, with the mountains behind. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-03 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Hilterfingen: jetty of Hünegg harbour on Lake Thun, with snow-capped Alps in the distance. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-02 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Thun: a traditional house with ornately carved wooden gables and balconies, near the Lauitor (Gate). Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR134K-01 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Thun: view along the Inner Aare River with snow-capped Alps in the distance. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR133K-36 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Thun: traditional houses on the Outer River Aare, seen from the Postbrücke (bridge). Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR133K-35 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Thun: a surfer tests his skills on the River Aare below the Obere Schleuse (Upper Weir). Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR133K-34 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Thun: a surfer tests his skills on the River Aare below the Obere Schleuse (Upper Weir). Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR133K-33 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Spiez: closer view of the church tower, traditional houses and harbour. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR133K-32 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Spiez: view of Schloss Spiez, with the harbour and jetty, on Lake Thun. Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR133K-31 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view of all Interlaken and part of Lake Thun from the Schynige Platte (2068 metres). Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR133K-30 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: tortured rock strata formation seen from the Schynige Platte (2068 metres). Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR133K-29 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the funicular in Schynige Platte station (2068 metres). Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR133K-28 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view of the Weisse Lutschine Valley from the peak of Schynige Platte (2100 metres). Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR133K-27 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view of Lake Thun, the funicular, and West Interlaken from the peak of Schynige Platte (2100 metres). Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR133K-26 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view of Lake Thun from the peak of Schynige Platte (2100 metres). Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR133K-25 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view along Weisse Lutschine Valley towards Lauterbrunnen with Globe Flowers in the foreground from the Schynige Platte (2068 metres) Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR133K-24 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: White Alpine Anemone (Anemone pulsatilla) and Globe Flowers (Trollius europaeus) near the Alpine Garden of Schynige Platte (2068 metres). Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR133K-23 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: a brilliant patch of Moss Campion (Silene Acaulis) in the Alpine Garden of Schynige Platte (2068 metres). Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR133K-22 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view along Weisse Lutschine Valley towards Lauterbrunnen. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR133K-21 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Jungfrau (4158 metres a.s.l.) and Silberhorn (3695 metres a.s.l.) from Schynige Platte (2068 metres a.s.l.). Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR133K-20 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: funicular entering Schynige Platte station (2068 metres a.s.l.) with snow-capped alps behind. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR133K-19 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view of Interlaken and Lake Thun from the funicular to Schynige Platte. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR133K-18 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Höhematte meadows, Höhenweg and Interlaken East, from apartment terrace. Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR133K-17 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view of the Jungfrau and Silberhorn mountains from Interlaken. Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR133K-16 Cambodia, Siem Reap: Preah Prohm Monastery, the oldest monastery in Siem Reap, was founded about 500 years ago, in the reign of King Ang Chan. Preah Ang Chang-han Hoy, a monk revered to this day, lived here, and according to legend, when his small boat was attacked by sharks it broke into two pieces, the prow containing the monk miraculously returning to the monastery. The reclining, gilded Buddha figure in the monastery incorporates wood from this boat. This picture: an unusual pool and golden chedi in the gardens of the monastery. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR133K-15 Cambodia, Siem Reap: Preah Prohm Monastery, the oldest monastery in Siem Reap, was founded about 500 years ago, in the reign of King Ang Chan. Preah Ang Chang-han Hoy, a monk revered to this day, lived here, and according to legend, when his small boat was attacked by sharks it broke into two pieces, the prow containing the monk miraculously returning to the monastery. The reclining, gilded Buddha figure in the monastery incorporates wood from this boat. This picture: the golden boat built by the Venerable Monk Cheakaro to commemorate the legend. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR133K-14 Cambodia, Siem Reap: Preah Prohm Monastery, the oldest monastery in Siem Reap, was founded about 500 years ago, in the reign of King Ang Chan. Preah Ang Chang-han Hoy, a monk revered to this day, lived here, and according to legend, when his small boat was attacked by sharks it broke into two pieces, the prow containing the monk miraculously returning to the monastery. The reclining, gilded Buddha figure in the monastery incorporates wood from this boat. This picture: view of the gardens and chedis in front of the monastery. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR133K-13 Cambodia, Siem Reap: Preah Prohm Monastery, the oldest monastery in Siem Reap, was founded about 500 years ago, in the reign of King Ang Chan. Preah Ang Chang-han Hoy, a monk revered to this day, lived here, and according to legend, when his small boat was attacked by sharks it broke into two pieces, the prow containing the monk miraculously returning to the monastery. The reclining, gilded Buddha figure in the monastery incorporates wood from this boat. This picture: the entrance to the monastery, with assorted chedis in line. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR133K-12 Cambodia, Siem Reap: Preah Prohm Monastery, the oldest monastery in Siem Reap, was founded about 500 years ago, in the reign of King Ang Chan. Preah Ang Chang-han Hoy, a monk revered to this day, lived here, and according to legend, when his small boat was attacked by sharks it broke into two pieces, the prow containing the monk miraculously returning to the monastery. The reclining, gilded Buddha figure in the monastery incorporates wood from this boat. This picture: topiary-work and model peacocks in the monastery gardens. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR133K-11 Cambodia, Siem Reap: Preah Prohm Monastery, the oldest monastery in Siem Reap, was founded about 500 years ago, in the reign of King Ang Chan. Preah Ang Chang-han Hoy, a monk revered to this day, lived here, and according to legend, when his small boat was attacked by sharks it broke into two pieces, the prow containing the monk miraculously returning to the monastery. The reclining, gilded Buddha figure in the monastery incorporates wood from this boat. This picture: the main entrance gate to the monastery, showing the handsome tiled floor. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-36 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Angkor Thom, a large, walled city, built in the late 12th century: the gods (on the left) and the demons (on the right) each tugging on a 7-headed naga (foreground) on the south causeway, with the south gate in the background. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-35 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Angkor Thom, a large, walled city, built in the late 12th century: the peaceful, rural view from the south causeway. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR132K-34 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Angkor Thom, a large, walled city, built in the late 12th century: "asuras" (demons) on the south moat causeway, tugging a 7-headed naga (serpent). Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR132K-33 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Angkor Thom, a large, walled city, built in the late 12th century: the south gate, decorated with 3-headed elephants and human faces. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR132K-32 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: The Bayon (13th century), the state temple of King Jayavarman VII, is famous for its numerous carved faces. View from the south-east pool, now almost dry, with reflections in the water. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-31 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: The Bayon (13th century), the state temple of King Jayavarman VII, is famous for its numerous carved faces. A bas relief of dancing "apsaras" (celestial dancers) on a column of the outer gallery. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-30 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: The Bayon (13th century), the state temple of King Jayavarman VII, is famous for its numerous carved faces. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-29 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: The Bayon (13th century), the state temple of King Jayavarman VII, is famous for its numerous carved faces. 37 of the original 49 towers are still standing. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-28 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; the east "gopura" (entrance pavilion) to the third enclosure, with the remains of the Hall of Dancers. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-27 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; silk-cotton tree growing on a boundary wall, with sanctuary towers in the background. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-26 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; silk-cotton trees growing on a low building in an open courtyard. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-25 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; side gallery with square pillars and carved stone roof imitating tiles. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-24 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; blind door in the side ofa sanctuary, with "devatas" (female deities) flanking the window. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-22 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; strangler-fig roots enveloping a sanctuary tower. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-21 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; strangler-fig roots covering a sanctuary tower. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-19 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; silk-cotton tree roots embracing the corner of an enclosure. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-18 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; silk-cotton tree roots embracing a gallery. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-17 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: rice field and typical countryside close to Banteay Srei Temple (Citadel of the Women), built by King Rajendravarman in the 10th century. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR132K-16 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Banteay Srei Temple (Citadel of the Women), built by King Rajendravarman in the 10th century: all three sanctuaries with guardian figures, from the west. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-15 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Banteay Srei Temple (Citadel of the Women), built by King Rajendravarman in the 10th century: central sanctuary with "mandapa" (antechamber) and "antarala" (connecting corridor). Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR132K-14 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Banteay Srei Temple (Citadel of the Women), built by King Rajendravarman in the 10th century: guardian figures (modern replicas) with human and monkey heads Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR132K-13 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Banteay Srei Temple (Citadel of the Women), built by King Rajendravarman in the 10th century: bas relief on a lintel, with nagas and elephants. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR132K-12 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: a peaceful part of the rustic east moat of Angkor Wat Temple, with grazing cattle. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-11 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: south-east view of Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious monument, built by King Suryavarman II. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-10 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: one of the seven-headed nagas in Angkor Wat Temple. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-09 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: view of Angkor Wat Temple from the east, showing three of the five towers, gopura, and nagas. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR132K-08 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: the east gallery, level one, from the east gopura of Angkor Wat Temple, with corner pavilion. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-06 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: apsara dancers taking a break between performances in Angkor Wat Temple. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-05 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: bas relief of the fight of the monkey brothers, Valin and Sugriva, from the Ramayana legend in Angkor Wat. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR132K-04 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: part of one of the four (now dry) basins in the "Cruciform Cloister" in Angkor Wat Temple. Formerly fish were probably stocked here. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR132K-03 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: view of Angkor Wat Temple from the west gopura, showing the 350-metre-long approach causeway from the moat. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR132K-01 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Angkor Wat, seen from the 190-metre-wide moat which surrounds the temple. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR131K-36 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: causeway across the moat, leading to the entrance of Angkor Wat Temple. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR131K-35 Thailand, Pattaya: Baan Sukhawadee Mansion, opened in 2000 as a Buddhist shrine, was presented to the community by a local businessman. Here, the mansion, seen through a colonnade in the garden. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR131K-34 Thailand, Pattaya: Baan Sukhawadee Mansion, opened in 2000 as a Buddhist shrine, was presented to the community by a local businessman. Here, the circular pool in the gardens, with the mansion in the background. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR131K-33 Thailand, Pattaya: Baan Sukhawadee Mansion, opened in 2000 as a Buddhist shrine, was presented to the community by a local businessman. Here, the richly furnished mansion house offering conference facilities as well as shrines. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR131K-32 Thailand, Pattaya: Baan Sukhawadee Mansion, opened in 2000 as a Buddhist shrine, was presented to the community by a local businessman. Here, the well-tended formal gardens. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR131K-31 Thailand, Pattaya, Mini Siam: model of St. Basil's Cathedral in Red Square, Moscow. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR131K-30 Thailand, Pattaya, Mini Siam: model of Neuschwanstein Castle, Bavaria. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR131K-29 Thailand, Pattaya, Mini Siam: model of a typical Thai community of the past. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR131K-28 Thailand, Pattaya, Mini Siam: model of the Victory Monument in Bangkok, erected in 1942 to honour Thai war heroes. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR131K-27 Thailand, Pattaya, Mini Siam: model of the Khmer Temple of Phimai in Nakorn Ratchisima province. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR131K-26 Thailand, Pattaya, Mini Siam: model of Tower Bridge, with Sydney Opera House and the Eiffel Tower, behind. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR131K-25 Thailand, Pattaya, Mini Siam: a giant "Yak" warrior guards the entrance. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR130K-15 Holland, Maastricht: pleasure boats moored at the jetty on the River Maas. Keywords: historic, picturesque, national heritage, architecture
PMR130K-14 Holland, Maastricht: open air cafés on Frijthof. Keywords: historic, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR130K-13 Holland, Maastricht: Boschstraat, with St. Matthew's Church and monument to Jan Pieter Minckeleers. Keywords: historic, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR130K-12 Holland, Maastricht: Market Square with the Stadhuis (Townhall), built in the 17th century by Pieter Post. Keywords: historic, mediaeval, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR130K-11 Holland, South Limburg, Valkenburg: Kasteel (Castle) den Halder (14th century) and Halder Park. Keywords: historic, mediaeval, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR130K-10 Holland, South Limburg, Valkenburg: St. Nicholas' Church (15th century) and the historic town wall, seen from Wilhelminalaan. Keywords: historic, mediaeval, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR130K-09 Holland, South Limburg, Valkenburg: Berkelpoort medieval city gate, with ruined castle on the hill in the background. Keywords: historic, mediaeval, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR130K-08 Holland, South Limburg, Valkenburg: Theodoor Dorrenplein Square with group of bronze figures in the foreground. Keywords: historic, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR130K-07 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: Mount Hochmoos (1558 metres a.s.l.) seen through the fir trees. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR130K-06 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: horse-drawn carriages in the snow at Wildmoosalm. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR130K-05 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: wheeled sleigh pulled by palomino horses at Wildmoosalm, with Hochmoos peak in the distance. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR130K-04 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: View of Hochmoos (1558 metres a.s.l.) across the snow-covered fields. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR130K-03 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: snow scene in the woods near Wildmoosalm with mountains in the distance. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR130K-01 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: spectacular sunset. Keywords: picturesque, red sky at night.., colourful, capital of Bavaria, München
PMR129K-36 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Badenburg Pavilion and Lake with colourful maple tree in Nymphenburg Park. Keywords: national heritage, capital of Bavaria, München, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic
PMR129K-35 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Greek Monopteros with Barnacle Geese (Branta leucopsis) in Nymphenburg Park. Keywords: national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, München, capital of Bavaria
PMR129K-34 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: autumn view of Badenburg Lake in Nymphenburg Park. Keywords: national heritage, historic, picturesque, München, capital of Bavaria
PMR129K-33 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Greek Monopteros on Badenburg Lake with reflections, in Nymphenburg Park. Keywords: national heritage, capital of Bavaria, München, picturesque, architecture, historic
PMR129K-32 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: gilded glass lanterns and the facade of Nymphenburg Palace. Keywords: metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, München, capital of Bavaria
PMR129K-27 Canada, Ontario, Niagara-on-the-Lake: the town centre with clock tower and colourful flower beds. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR129K-26 Canada, Ontario, Niagara-on-the-Lake: view towards the town centre and clock tower. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR129K-14 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: waterside houses on Ottawa River in Gatineau, Quebec Province. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-13 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Rideau Hall, 1 Sussex Drive, since 1867 the official residence of the Governor-General of Canada. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-12 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: waterfall over the weir, near where the Rideau Canal leaves the Rideau River. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-11 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: "Reconciliation", a monument to Canada's peacekeepers (1992), with the twin spires of Notre-Dame Cathedral in the background. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-10 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Parliament Buildings with library rotunda, reflected in the Ottawa River, with vivid autumn foliage in the foreground. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-09 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Parliament Buildings with library rotunda, reflected in Ottawa River, as seen from Gatineau, Quebec Province. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-08 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: the National Gallery and Ottawa River through autumn foliage. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-07 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: the Supreme Court of Canada on Wellington Street. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-06 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: bucolic scene - Victoria Island in the Ottawa River. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-05 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Black-capped Chickadees (Parus atricapillus), killed after flying into the glass-walled Bank of Canada. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-04 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: the Confederation Building, opened in 1931, provides accommodation for parliamentarians. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-03 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill, built from local stone in 1927, flying the national flag. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-02 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: view to the east from Parliament Hill terrace, with Alexandra Bridge over the Ottawa River. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR129K-01 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: view to the west from Parliament Hill terrace, with Victoria Island and Portage Bridge over the Ottawa River. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR128K-36 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: statue of Sir George-Etienne Cartier on Parliament Hill, a work of the sculptor Philippe Hébert. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR128K-35 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Parliament Building, in the "Gothic revival" style, started in 1859, houses the Senate and Commons Chambers, with the central Peace Tower, which was not completed until 1927. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR128K-34 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Parliament Building, in the "Gothic revival" style, started in 1859, houses the Senate and Commons Chambers, with the central Peace Tower, which was not completed until 1927. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR128K-33 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: series of locks on the steeply descending Rideau Canal where it flows into the Ottawa River. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-32 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: the Museum of Civilisation on the north side of the Ottawa River, in Gatineau, Quebec Province. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-31 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Parliament Buildings from Major's Hill Park, with autumn foliage. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-30 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: the glass "domes" of the National Gallery, with colourful flower beds in Major's Hill Park in the foreground. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-29 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica and the National Gallery, with colourful flower beds in Major's Hill Park in the foreground. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR128K-28 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica and the National Gallery, with colourful flower beds in Major's Hill Park in the foreground. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR128K-27 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: the skyline looking west, with Victoria Island and Portage Bridge over the Ottawa River. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-26 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: the spires of Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, seem through trees in autumn foliage. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-25 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: statue and colourful flower beds in Major's Hill Park. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-24 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: view of Alexandra Bridge over the Ottawa River. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-23 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: series of locks on the steeply descending Rideau Canal, where it flows into the Ottawa River. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-22 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: the neo-Gothic East Block of Parliament Buildings, started in 1859. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-21 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: National War Memorial in Cofederation Square, a granite cenotaph/triumphal arch. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-20 Canada, Quebec City: "trompe l'oeil" historical scene on a blank wall in the Quartier Petit-Champlain. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-19 Canada, Quebec City: Chateau Frontenac, with cruise-liner terminal on the St. Lawrence River, viewed from the Citadel. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-18 Canada, Quebec City: Chateau Frontenac from the Parc des Traversiers, near the ferry terminal, with preserved red and green buoys in the foreground. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, French-speaking, picturesque
PMR128K-17 Canada, Quebec City: Chateau Frontenac from the Parc des Traversiers, near the ferry terminal, with preserved buoy in the foreground. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, French-speaking, picturesque
PMR128K-16 Canada, Quebec City: Quartier Petit-Champlain, an old pedestrian street crammed with boutiques and restaurants. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, French-speaking, picturesque
PMR128K-15 Canada, Quebec City: Quartier Petit-Champlain, an old pedestrian street crammed with boutiques and restaurants. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, French-speaking, picturesque
PMR128K-14 Canada, Quebec City: autumn colours in Montmorency Park, with Chateau Frontenac behind. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-13 Canada, Quebec City: view from the ramparts, typical of the older houses are the exterior stairways which saved on heating expenses. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-12 Canada, Quebec City: Place d'Armes, previously known as the Grand Place and used for military parades. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-11 Canada, Quebec City: the lower town and cruise ship quay, from the ramparts. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-10 Canada, Quebec City: the Old City Hall from the Dufferin Terrace, with ornamental railings and autumn foliage. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-09 Canada, Quebec City: ornamental cast-iron railings on the Dufferin Terrace, with autumn foliage. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-08 Canada, Quebec City: Parc Montmorency, with cannons on the ramparts, and Quebec Seminary behind. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR128K-07 Canada, Quebec City: cruise liner, MSC Poesia, on a cruise from Japan, visiting for the day. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR127K-19 Canada, Quebec, Montreal: the 1976 Olympic Stadium, with its 175-metre inclined tower, the world's highest. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR127K-08 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the Baroque Film Museum, originally an orangery, then later, stables to the Prussian kings. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR127K-07 Germany, Berlin: the Neptune Fountain (1891) with the tower of the "Red Townhall", seat of the Bürgermeister of Berlin. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR127K-06 Germany, Berlin: tower of the Marienkirche and the 365-metre-high TV-Tower. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR127K-05 Germany, Berlin: the 207-metre-high viewing platform and revolving restaurant of the TV Tower. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR127K-04 Germany, Berlin: the Holocaust Memorial, opened in May 2005, comprises 2711 natural stone blocks, weighing up to 16 tonnes each. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR127K-03 Germany, Berlin: Dome of the Reichstag Building designed by Sir Norman Foster, with the original inscription "Dem Deutschen Volke" ("To the German People") over the entrance. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR127K-02 Germany, Berlin: frontal view of the Reichstag Building with its new dome designed by Sir Norman Foster. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR127K-01 Germany, Berlin: pleasure cruiser on the River Spree passing sunbathers taking advantage of the free deckchairs. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR126K-36 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: avenue of trees between the Orangery and the Belvedere in Sans Souci Park. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR126K-35 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the Dragon House in Sans Souci Park, built in 1770 and once the home of the royal vintner, now houses a cafe. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-34 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the Belvedere in Sans Souci Park, built 1770-72, was rebuilt after being burnt out in 1945. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-33 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: view of the Belvedere in Sans Souci Park, looking along a double tree-lined avenue, from the arch of the Orangery. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-32 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the Orangery in Sans Souci Park, built 1851-62 to plans of L. Persius, with part of the flower gardens in the foreground. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-31 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the Orangery in Sans Souci Park, built 1851-62 in the style of an Italian Renaissance Palace, with reflections in the pool. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-30 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: approach to the east facade of the Neues Palais in Sans Souci Park, showing some of the 428 sandstone figures lining the roof. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-29 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: east facade of the Neues Palais in Sans Souci Park, with 200 rooms plus a theatre. Statuary in the foreground. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-28 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: east facade of the Neues Palais in Sans Souci Park, built for Frederick the Great 1763-9, after the end of the seven-year-war. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-27 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the severely classical Charlottenhof Palace, built 1826-29 in Sans Souci Park, was once the home of Prince Frederick William IV and his wife. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR126K-26 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: colourful flower gardens of Charlottenhof Palace in Sans Souci Park. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-25 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: ornamental pool near the Roman Baths in Sans Souci Park. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-24 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: island retreat in the River Schafgraben, Sans Souci Park, with Roman figure on a column. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-23 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: part of the Roman Baths complex in Sans Souci Park, in the shape of an Italian mansion, reflected in its lake. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-22 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: a gilded squatting mandarin figure crowns the cupola of the Chinese Teahouse, typical of the 18th century fashion for Chinoiserie. Figure by J.G. Büring (1754-7). Keywords: East Germany, Rococo, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-21 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: a gilded musician on the Chinese Teahouse, a Rococo work typical of the 18th century fashion for Chinoiserie. Keywords: East Germany, Rococo, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-20 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: gilded figures on the Chinese Teahouse, a Rococo work typical of the 18th century fashion for Chinoiserie. Keywords: East Germany, Rococo, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-19 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: sunlit glades in Sans Souci Park. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-18 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the New Orangery in Sans Souci Park, with formal staircase to the terrace, and bronze statue of an archer in the foreground. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-17 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the Sicilian Gardens in Sans Souci Park. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-16 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the New Guestrooms and historic windmill in Sans Souci Park, from the par terre, with pool, fountain and statuary. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR126K-15 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the New Guestrooms (formerly the Orangery) in Sans Souci Park, were converted 1771-4. The historic windmill in the background. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR126K-14 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: historic windmill, a working replica of the original from 1790, in Sans Souci Park, is open to visitors. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR126K-13 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: Sans Souci Palace, "a masterwork of Prussian Rococo", from the side, with statuary. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis, Rococo
PMR126K-12 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: facade of Sans Souci Palace, "a masterwork of Prussian Rococo", built 1745 to plans of Frederick the Great. The stone carving was done by F.C. Glume. Keywords: East Germany, Rococo, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR126K-11 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: closer view of the grapevine terraces with "cupboards" for the plants, in front of Sans Souci Palace. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-10 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: Sans Souci Palace, "a masterwork of Prussian Rococo", with grapevine terraces and pool with fountain. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR126K-09 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: Picture Gallery Pavilion in Sans Souci Park, with fountain and statuary in the foreground. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR126K-08 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: facades on Brandenburger Strasse. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-07 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: Biergarten inside the Nauener Gate. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-06 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: Nikolai Church (1830-37), another work of Karl Friedrich Schinkel, with obelisk in the foreground. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR126K-05 Germany, Berlin, Lichtenberg: Friedrichsfelde Palace (under restoration) and colourful flower gardens with statuary. Keywords: East Germany, garden, park, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR126K-02 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: Sans Souci Palace with grapevine terraces and statuary on columns. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR126K-01 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the Chinese House in Sans Souci Park, seen through the trees, with reflection in the River Schafgraben. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR125K-36 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: Sans Souci Palace, planned by Frederick the Great in 1745, with fountain and vine terraces. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR125K-35 Germany, Berlin: the "French Cathedral" with ornate cast iron lamp cluster on Gendarmenmarkt. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-34 Germany, Berlin: Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) building on Friedrichstrasse Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-33 Germany, Berlin: bronze chariot pulled by two mythical beasts atop the Schauspielhaus in Gendarmenmarkt. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-32 Germany, Berlin: the Gendarmenmarkt, with Schauspielhaus, "French Cathedral" and portico of the "German Cathedral". Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-31 Germany, Berlin: classical portico of the Schauspielhaus (now a concert hall), another work of Karl Friedrich Schinkel (1821). Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-30 Germany, Berlin: the Friedrich Schiller Memorial in front of the Schauspielhaus in the Gendarmenmarkt. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-29 Germany, Berlin: facade of the Baroque Arsenal (Zeughaus) built 1695-1706, with roof figures by Guillaume Hulot. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-28 Germany, Berlin: the Arsenal (Zeughaus) from the bridge on Unter den Linden, with parapet decorated with sea horses. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-27 Germany, Berlin: the Marx-Engels Forum (Marx sitting), a bronze sculpture by Ludwig Engelhardt, was unveiled in 1986. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-26 Germany, Berlin: view of the "Scheunenviertel", before the war the Jewish mercantile quarter, now completely redeveloped. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-25 Germany, Berlin: view east from the observation deck of the TV Tower, with Karl-Marx-Allee and Frankfurt Gate in the former German Democratic Republic. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-24 Germany, Berlin: Alexanderplatz, from the observation deck of the TV Tower. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-23 Germany, Berlin: the Red Townhall, Nikolai Church, and the Mühlendamm (street) from the observation deck of the TV Tower. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-22 Germany, Berlin: the Cathedral, the Arsenal, the National Opera, St. Hedwig's Church and Unter den Linden, from the observation deck of the TV Tower. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-21 Germany, Berlin: view north-west from the observation deck of the TV Tower (203 metres). Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-20 Germany, Berlin: the Neptune Fountain" (1891) with the Marienkirche, Berlin's oldest church, behind. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-19 Germany, Berlin, Spandau: the Citadel, erected from 1560 on the site of a "water castle" for the defence of Berlin. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-18 Germany, Berlin: the base of the "cone of mirrors" through which light is reflected into the Plenary Chamber of the Bundestag. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-17 Germany, Berlin: the Brandenburg Gate, seen from the dome of the Reichstag Building. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-16 Germany, Berlin: the "cone of mirrors" in the dome of the Reichstag Building. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-15 Germany, Berlin: view of Jakob-Kaiser-Haus (Bundestag) from the roof of the Reichstag Building. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-14 Germany, Berlin: view from the roof of the Reichstag Building - River Spree and Friedrichstrasse Station with the TV Tower in the background. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-13 Germany, Berlin: the "German Cathedral" which shares Gendarmenmarkt with its twin, the "French Cathedral". Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-12 Germany, Berlin: the twin towers of the 14th century Gothic Nikolai Church, built on the site of a Romanesque basilica. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-11 Germany, Berlin: barrel-organ player (Dreh-orgel Spieler) in Prussian uniform with "Pickel-Helm". Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-10 Germany, Berlin: central facade of the Baroque Arsenal (Zeughaus), built 1695-1706, which now houses the Historical Museum. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-09 Germany, Berlin: the crossing of "Unter den Linden" and Friedrichstrasse. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-08 Germany, Berlin: Brandenburg Gate, from Pariser Platz, with fountain and flower gardens. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-07 Germany, Berlin: the Brandenburg Gate, from Pariser Platz, with a civil-rights-campaigner, a victim of Polish state confiscation. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-06 Germany, Berlin: quadriga driven by the goddess Victoria on the Brandenburg Gate, replaced after war damage in1958. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-05 Germany, Berlin: Bundestag - Paul-Löbe-Haus (left of the River Spree) is linked to Marie-Elisabeth-Lüders-Haus by a footbridge. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-04 Germany, Berlin: the new Hauptbahnhof (Main Station) opened in May 2006 by Angela Merkel, from the Alt-Moabit Bridge over the River Spree. Keywords: East Germany, capital city, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR125K-03 Germany, Berlin: the new Hauptbahnhof (Main Station) opened in May 2006 by Angela Merkel, with the River Spree in the foreground. Keywords: East Germany, capital city, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR125K-02 Germany, Berlin: the twin spires of the Nikolai Church and wrought-iron hotel sign in the "Nikolai Quarter". Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-01 Germany, Berlin: tower of th Red Townhall (1861-69) flying the Berlin flag. The seat of the Bürgermeister and the Berlin Senate. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR124K-36 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: outer facade of the west wing of Friedenstein Palace which now houses a museum. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR124K-35 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: courtyard and east wing of Friedenstein Palace, built between 1643-54 (early Baroque). Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR124K-34 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: the fine Townhall in Renaissance style stands in the Hauptmarkt square. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR124K-33 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: the newly renovated Gothic main doorway of St. Margaret's Church. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR124K-32 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: St. Margaret's Church (late Gothic) on the Neumarkt square. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR124K-31 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: ruins of the Nikolai Church (1444) destroyed during the 30-years-war. Keywords: East Germany, "capital" of Oberlausitz, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR124K-30 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: colourful figures over the entrance arch of the cathedral chapter. Keywords: East Germany, "capital" of Oberlausitz, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR124K-29 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: colourful house facades on Schloss Strasse. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage, "capital" of Oberlausitz
PMR124K-28 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: the Gothic Mathias Tower (built 1486) with the figure of the Hungarian King, Mathias Corvinus on the front. Keywords: East Germany, "capital" of Oberlausitz, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR124K-27 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: Reichen Tower (built 1490-92), the "Leaning Tower", is 1.44 metres out of true at the top. Keywords: East Germany, "capital" of Oberlausitz, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR124K-26 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: view along Reichenstrasse with the Townhall tower and St Peter's Cathedral (Petridom) rising above the roofs. Keywords: East Germany, "capital" of Oberlausitz, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR124K-25 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: Wendischer Tower and the old barracks, from the top of the Reichenturm. Keywords: East Germany, "capital" of Oberlausitz, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR124K-24 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: the Nikolaiturm (Tower) (pre 1522), the northern gate through the town's fortifications. Keywords: East Germany, "capital" of Oberlausitz, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR124K-23 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: market stalls in the Hauptmarkt, with facades of Patrician houses in the background. Keywords: East Germany, "capital" of Oberlausitz, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR124K-22 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: market stalls in the Hauptmarkt, with the imposing Baroque Townhall, built 1729-32. Keywords: East Germany, "capital" of Oberlausitz, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR124K-21 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: carved stone monument to King Albert von Sachsen from his grateful citizens. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR124K-20 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: the River Spree, with the Old Waterworks Tower, St. Michael's Church and the cathedral spire in the distance. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR124K-19 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: the former Karstadt department store, built in 1913, the oldest such still surviving. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR124K-18 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: two sundials on the Ratsapotheke (Pharmacy) (1550) in Untermarkt Square. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR124K-17 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: fountain in Obermarkt, with view of Schönhof and the Townhall tower in Untermarkt. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR124K-16 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: "Schönhof" (1526), one of the finest, oldest Renaissance burgher houses in Germany. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR124K-15 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: the frescoed "Acanthus House" at 20 Neisse Strasse houses a restaurant. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR124K-14 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: terrace of renovated 19th century houses with stone balconies on Ufer Strasse. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR124K-13 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: houses in Zgorzelec, on the Polish side, reflected in the waters of the River Neisse. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR124K-12 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: Reichnbacher Turm (Tower) (pre 1376) received its Baroque cupola in 1782. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR124K-11 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: view from the Dicker Turm, with the municipal theatre in the background. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR124K-10 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: view from the Dicker Turm, with Holy Trinity Church, the Townhall tower and the twin spires of St. Peter and Paul's Church. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR124K-09 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: Dicker Turm (Fat Tower) (pre 1305) with the town's coat of arms carved in sandstone. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR124K-08 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: colourful flowerbeds in Wilhelmsplatz (Square). Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR124K-07 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: summit cross of Hochplatte (1815 metres a.s.l.), with Lake Achensee in the distance. Keywords: alpine, alpine flora, botany, alpine flowers, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR124K-06 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: Martagon Lily (Turkscap Lily) (Lilium martagon) on the summit of the Hochplatte (1815 metres a.s.l.). Keywords: alpine, alpine flora, botany, alpine flowers, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR124K-05 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: view of Achensee town and the lake from Hochplatte, with the Unnutz Mountains on the left. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, alpine flowers, botany, alpine flora
PMR124K-04 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: summit cross of the Hochplatte (1815 metres a.s.l.) Keywords: alpine, alpine flora, botany, alpine flowers, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR124K-03 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: alpen scenery on the way to the Hochplatte. Keywords: alpine, alpine flora, botany, alpine flowers, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR124K-02 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: carpet of yellow flowers on the Falkenmoos Alm. Keywords: alpine, alpine flora, botany, alpine flowers, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR124K-01 Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: Alpine Harebells (Campanula Pusilla) near Falkenmoos Alm. Keywords: alpine, alpine flora, botany, alpine flowers, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR123K-36 Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: view of Brunnensteinkopf in the Karwendel Mountains from a meadow in Inrain. Keywords: alpine, cliffs, rocky, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR123K-35 Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: Pleisenhütte (1757 metres a.s.l.) and its terrace in the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, cliffs, rocky, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR123K-34 Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: Pleisenhütte (1757 metres a.s.l.) and its terrace in the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, cliffs, rocky, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR123K-33 Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: view from the Pleisenhütte (1757 metres high) towards Scharnitz. Keywords: alpine, cliffs, rocky, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR123K-32 Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: waterfalls in the Karwendelbach Gorge in the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, cliffs, rocky, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR123K-31 Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: the wild and rocky Karwendelbach Gorge in the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, cliffs, rocky, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR123K-30 Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: Lesser Butterfly Orchid (Platanthera bifolia) near the Karwendelbach Gorge in the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, cliffs, rocky, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR123K-29 Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: white-water stream in the Karwendelbach Gorge in the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, cliffs, rocky, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR123K-28 Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: view along the Karwendelbach Gorge towards the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, cliffs, rocky, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR123K-27 Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: Karwendelbach Gorge in the Karwendel Mountains, with its turbulent stream. Keywords: alpine, cliffs, rocky, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR123K-26 Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: Karwendelbach Gorge in the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: alpine, cliffs, rocky, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR122K-25 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: Love Bird in the zoo. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-24 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: topiary elephant and rabbit collection. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-23 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: aloe wall. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-22 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: aloe wall. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-21 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: elephant rides. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-20 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: mammoth gardens with topiary and urns. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-19 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: Butterfly Hill. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-18 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: a reproduction of Stonehenge. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-17 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: the French formal garden. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-16 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: the French formal garden. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-15 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: the cactus house. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-14 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: the cactus house. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-13 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: multi-coloured ant colony. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-12 Thailand, Pattaya, Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and Resort: mammoth gardens with topiary. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-11 Thailand, Pattaya: 109-metre-high sculpture of Buddha on Khao Chi Chan rockface to commemorate the golden jubilee of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's rule. The seated image of Buddha subduing Mara recalls a Sukhothai and Lanna style image. Flame of the Forest/Poinciana/Flamboyant tree (Delonix regia) in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-10 Thailand, Pattaya: 109-metre-high sculpture of Buddha on Khao Chi Chan rockface to commemorate the golden jubilee of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's rule. The seated image of Buddha subduing Mara recalls a Sukhothai and Lanna style image. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-09 Thailand, Pattaya: 109-metre-high sculpture of Buddha on Khao Chi Chan rockface to commemorate the golden jubilee of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's rule. The seated image of Buddha subduing Mara recalls a Sukhothai and Lanna style image. With flowerbed in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-08 Thailand, Pattaya: view of the waterfront and skyline, with the Dolphin floating seafood restaurant. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-07 Thailand, Pattaya: Samae Beach on Koh Larn Island (formerly Coral Island) occupies about 300 metres of the 4.65-kilometre-long island. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-06 Thailand, Pattaya: view of the open expanse of Samae Beach from a belvedere on the hill on Koh Larn Island (formerly Coral Island). Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-05 Thailand, Pattaya: carved and gilded gables of the Buddhist Temple at Naban, Koh Larn Island (formerly Coral Island), with Bougainvillea bush in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-04 Thailand, Pattaya: view of Jomtien and Pattaya Park Beach Hotel Tower from Naban, Koh Larn Island (formerly Coral Island). Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR122K-03 Thailand, Pattaya: carved and gilded facade of the Buddhist Temple at Naban, Koh Larn Island (formerly Coral Island). Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-02 Thailand, Pattaya: view of the Buddhist Temple at Naban, Koh Larn Island (formerly Coral Island), with reflections in a pool. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-01 Thailand, Pattaya: golden Buddha at the Buddhist Temple at Naban, Koh Larn Island (formerly Coral Island). Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR121K-36 Thailand, Pattaya: view of Pattaya Bay from the Wat Big Buddha lookout. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-35 Thailand, Pattaya: some of the figures surrounding the Buddha in Wat Big Buddha, with a bi-coloured Bougainvillea bush. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR121K-34 Thailand, Pattaya: Wat Big Buddha - the gilded, seated, giant figure of Buddha. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR121K-33 Thailand, Pattaya: the approach steps to Wat Big Buddha, between two "nagas", seven-headed serpents. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR121K-32 Thailand, Pattaya: Wat Chai Mongkhon Buddhist Temple on South Pattaya Road. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-31 Thailand, Pattaya: one of 24 "zip-lines" in the rainforest canopy in Chompoo Nature Reserve. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-30 Thailand, Pattaya: Tanya, from Odessa, "ziplining" from a rainforest canopy platform in Chompoo Nature Reserve. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR121K-29 Thailand, Pattaya: kitted out for "ziplining" between rainforest canopy platforms in Chompoo Nature Reserve. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR121K-27 Thailand, Pattaya: fountain in front of the Thai Airlines office, with Beach Road in the background. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-26 Thailand, Pattaya: the entrance to Yensabai Condotel, South Pattaya. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-25 Thailand, Pattaya: the entrance to Yensabai Condotel, South Pattaya. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-24 Thailand, Pattaya: a street shrine with twin elephants on Beach Road. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-23 Thailand, Pattaya: the beach at Central Pattaya, with Holiday Inn, hotels and condominiums in the north. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-22 Thailand, Pattaya: beach umbrellas at Central Pattaya, with the hotels of North Pattaya in the distance. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-21 Thailand, Pattaya: "Walking Street", hub of Pattaya nightlife but deserted during daylight hours. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-20 Thailand, Pattaya: entrance to "Walking Street", the hub of Pattaya nightlife. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-19 Thailand, Pattaya: skyline, with traditional fishing boats in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-18 Thailand, Pattaya: waterfront, with traditional fishing boat in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-17 Thailand, Pattaya: waterfront and skyline, with Thai flag in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-16 Thailand, Pattaya: "Carnival Star" floating seafood restaurant. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-15 Thailand, Pattaya: Pattaya Park Beach Hotel Tower, 240 metres high. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-14 Thailand, Pattaya: view of south Pattaya and the "Wat Big Buddha" from Pattaya Par Beach Hotel Tower (240 metres high). Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-13 Thailand, Pattaya: view south-east from Pattaya Park Beach Hotel Tower (240 metres high) over Jomtien. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-12 Thailand, Pattaya: new multi-storey hotels and condominiums at the north end of Pattaya Bay. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-11 Thailand, Pattaya: view north from Pattaya Park Beach Hotel Tower (240 metres high) over Pattaya Bay. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR119K-35 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: striking red and yellow hybrid tulips "Abu Hassan" in Munich's Botanical Gardens. Keywords: metropolis, flower colour, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, München, capital of Bavaria, mediaeval
PMR119K-34 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: HQ Building with blooming Magnolia trees and beds of vivid tulips in Munich's Botanical Gardens. Keywords: metropolis, flower colour, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, München, capital of Bavaria, mediaeval
PMR119K-33 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: massed tulips fill the spring beds with colour in Munich's Botanical Gardens. Keywords: metropolis, flower colour, mediaeval, capital of Bavaria, München, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR119K-32 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: red and white hybrid Lily-Tulips "Ballade" contrast with blue bedding plants in Munich's Botanical Gardens. Keywords: metropolis, flower colour, mediaeval, capital of Bavaria, München, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, spring flowers
PMR119K-31 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Arabis, Alyssum and Aubretia vie with blossoming trees and spring bedding plants in Munich's Botanical Gardens. Keywords: metropolis, flower colour, mediaeval, capital of Bavaria, München, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR119K-30 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: Heiligkreuzkirche (Church of the Holy Cross) and the tiny Leonhardi-Kapelle (chapel) on the Kalvarienburg. Keywords: architecture, tradition, national heritage, picturesque, colourful facades, painted facades, frescoes, Bavarian village
PMR119K-29 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: pavement café and facades of burgher houses stretching down the Marktstrasse towards the River Isar. Keywords: architecture, Bavarian village, frescoes, painted facades, colourful facades, picturesque, national heritage, tradition
PMR119K-28 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: statue of Kaspar Winzerer III, who captured the French King Franz/Francois in 1525, after the battle of Pavia. Keywords: architecture, tradition, national heritage, picturesque, colourful facades, painted facades, frescoes, Bavarian village
PMR119K-27 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: a row of historic burgher houses on the Marktstrasse, with the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) in the foreground. Keywords: architecture, tradition, national heritage, picturesque, colourful facades, painted facades, frescoes, Bavarian village
PMR119K-26 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: pavement café on the main street, Marktstrasse, with the onion dome of the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) in the background. Keywords: architecture, tradition, national heritage, picturesque, colourful facades, painted facades, frescoes, Bavarian village
PMR119K-25 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: Heiligkreuzkirche (Church of the Holy Cross), built ca. 1720 for Friedrich Nockher, who was responsible for the important salt trade of the time. Keywords: architecture, tradition, national heritage, picturesque, colourful facades, painted facades, frescoes, Bavarian village
PMR119K-24 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: Heiligkreuzkirche (Church of the Holy Cross) on the Kalvarienberg, from the bank of the River Isar. Keywords: architecture, spring blossom, tradition, national heritage, picturesque, colourful facades, painted facades, frescoes, Bavarian village
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
PMR117K-15 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: colourful purple and yellow spring flowers. Keywords: geology, wild animals, wild flowers, picturesque, rock formations, natural history, nature reservation, botany
PMR117K-14 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: spring flowers and strange rock formations near the Rummana Campground. Keywords: geology, wild animals, wild flowers, picturesque, rock formations, natural history, nature reservation, botany
PMR117K-13 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: colourful flowers of the ubiquitous Hoary Rock Rose (Cistus creticus). Keywords: geology, wild animals, wild flowers, picturesque, rock formations, natural history, nature reservation, botany
PMR117K-12 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: eye-catching flowers of the Sicklefruit Hypecoum (Hypecoum imberbe). Keywords: geology, wild animals, wild flowers, picturesque, rock formations, natural history, nature reservation, botany
PMR117K-11 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: masses of spring flowers on the slopes of Jebel Rummana, with desert landcape in the background. Keywords: geology, botany, nature reservation, natural history, rock formations, picturesque, wild flowers, wild animals
PMR117K-09 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: gnarled skeleton of an ancient juniper tree on the summit of Jebel Rummana. Keywords: geology, botany, nature reservation, natural history, rock formations, picturesque, wild flowers, wild animals
PMR117K-08 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: view of Rummana Campground from Rummana Mountain Trail. Keywords: geology, wild animals, wild flowers, picturesque, rock formations, natural history, nature reservation, botany
PMR117K-07 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: a colourful display of spring flowers including Crown Anenomes (Anemone Coronaria). Keywords: geology, wild animals, wild flowers, picturesque, rock formations, natural history, nature reservation, botany
PMR117K-06 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: a colourful display of spring flowers including Crown Anenomes (Anemone Coronaria). Keywords: geology, wild animals, wild flowers, picturesque, rock formations, natural history, nature reservation, botany
PMR117K-05 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: typical scenery on the Rummana Campground Trail, with "domed" rock formations. Keywords: geology, botany, nature reservation, natural history, rock formations, picturesque, wild flowers, wild animals
PMR117K-04 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: typical scenery on the Rummana Campground Trail, with unusual rock formations. Keywords: geology, botany, nature reservation, natural history, rock formations, picturesque, wild flowers, wild animals
PMR117K-03 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: typical scenery on the Rummana Campground Trail, with Giant Fennel in the foreground. Keywords: geology, botany, nature reservation, natural history, rock formations, picturesque, wild flowers, wild animals
PMR117K-02 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: typical scenery on the Rummana Campground Trail. Keywords: geology, botany, nature reservation, natural history, rock formations, picturesque, wild flowers, wild animals
PMR117K-01 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: a remarkable example of eroded strata - resembling a giant cabbage. Keywords: geology, wild animals, wild flowers, picturesque, rock formations, natural history, nature reservation, botany, weathering, erosion
PMR116K-36 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: some of the unusual rock formations overlooking Wadi Dana. Keywords: geology, wild animals, wild flowers, picturesque, rock formations, natural history, nature reservation, botany, mountains, rocky
PMR116K-35 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: lush spring vegetation surrounding Rummana Campsite. Keywords: geology, wild animals, wild flowers, picturesque, rock formations, natural history, nature reservation, botany
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-30 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: the steep. rocky walls of Wadi Dana. Keywords: geology, wild animals, wild flowers, picturesque, rock formations, natural history, nature reservation, botany
PMR116K-29 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: view of Dana village, within the bounds of the nature reserve, from the lookout on the main road. Keywords: geology, botany, nature reservation, natural history, rock formations, picturesque, wild flowers, wild animals
PMR114K-05 Cyprus, Agios Georgios: fishing boats in the harbour with the new Orthodox church in the background. Keywords: fisher, picturesque, Orthodox, Christian church, fishing port, boats
PMR113K-36 Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: the "Ahorn Boden", a large, flat valley floor in the Karwendel Mountains where maples (Acer pseudoplatanus) or "Bergahorn" grow; some have reached an age of 500 years or more. In autumn the coloured foliage attracts thousands of visitors. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR113K-35 Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: a colourful hostelry on the road to Eng, with the Karwendel Mountains in the background. Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geraniums, window boxes
PMR113K-34 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Harburg: Harburg Castle, former home of the Swabian branch of the Hohenstaufens. Inner courtyard with princely living quarters, dating from the mid-12th century. Keywords: architecture, Gothic architecture, picturesque, national heritage, historic, mediaeval, Schwaben
PMR113K-33 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Harburg: Harburg Castle, former home of the Swabian branch of the Hohenstaufens. Inner courtyard with the chapel and defence gallery along the curtain wall. Keywords: architecture, Schwaben, mediaeval, historic, national heritage, picturesque, Gothic architecture
PMR113K-32 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Harburg: south view of Harburg Castle, former home of the Swabian branch of the Hohenstaufens. Keywords: architecture, Schwaben, mediaeval, historic, national heritage, picturesque, Gothic architecture
PMR113K-31 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: the former Benedictine Monastery of the Holy Cross dating from 1125 AD. Note the storks' nest on the right chimney. Keywords: architecture, Schwaben, park, formal gardens, mediaeval, historic, national heritage, picturesque, Gothic architecture
PMR113K-30 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: the former Benedictine Monastery of the Holy Cross dating from 1125 AD. Keywords: architecture, Schwaben, park, formal gardens, mediaeval, historic, national heritage, picturesque, Gothic architecture
PMR113K-28 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: Färbertörl, one of originally 18 town wall towers, is now used for exhibitions. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, national heritage, historic, mediaeval, Schwaben
PMR113K-27 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: Rieder Gate and bridge reflected in a branch of the River Wörnitz. Keywords: architecture, Gothic architecture, picturesque, national heritage, historic, mediaeval, Schwaben
PMR113K-26 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: a windowbox with flowers; street lamps. Keywords: picturesque, lanterns, Schwaben, mediaeval, historic, national heritage
PMR113K-25 Still life: basket of harvest fruits. Keywords: picturesque, harvest festival, autumn fruits, Schwaben
PMR113K-24 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: view along the River Wörnitz with bridge and reflections. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, national heritage, historic, mediaeval, Schwaben
PMR113K-23 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: pavement café on Hindenburg Strasse, Ried Island. Keywords: architecture, Gothic architecture, picturesque, national heritage, historic, mediaeval, Schwaben
PMR113K-22 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: Rieder Gate and bridge and open air café from Ried Island. Keywords: architecture, Gothic architecture, picturesque, national heritage, historic, mediaeval, formal gardens, Schwaben
PMR113K-21 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: houses built on to the old town wall, with the parish church tower behind. Keywords: architecture, Gothic architecture, picturesque, national heritage, historic, mediaeval, formal gardens, park, Schwaben
PMR113K-20 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: Gothic Rathaus (Townhall) from 1236, with the oriel of the Stadtzoll (Customs), behind on the left. Keywords: architecture, Gothic architecture, picturesque, national heritage, historic, mediaeval, formal gardens, Schwaben
PMR112K-30 Canada, Vancouver BC: Granville Street Bridge from Granville Island Market, with water taxi landing stage. Keywords: modern architecture, steel girder bridge, picturesque, cityscape, panorama, metropolis
PMR112K-27 Canada, Vancouver BC: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden - the Jade Water Pavilion reflected in the water lily pool. Keywords: metropolis, Chinese architecture, Chinese gateway, Chinese, western seaboard, panorama, picturesque, Confucius
PMR112K-26 Canada, Vancouver BC: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden - the "Ting" or pavilion forms the focal point of the garden. Keywords: metropolis, Chinese architecture, Chinese gateway, Chinese, western seaboard, panorama, picturesque, Confucius, pagoda
PMR112K-25 Canada, Vancouver BC: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden - the water lily pool. Keywords: metropolis, Chinese architecture, Chinese gateway, Chinese, western seaboard, panorama, picturesque, Confucius
PMR112K-24 Canada, Vancouver BC: Andy Livingstone Park, with the "Beaux-Arts" style Sun Tower (82 metres high) behind. Keywords: modern architecture, metropolis, panorama, cityscape, architecture, art-deco, art nouveau, picturesque
PMR111K-07 Canada, British Colombia, Vancouver Island, Victoria: House in Michigan Street. Keywords: architecture, detached house, suburbia, wooden dwelling, picturesque
PMR111K-06 Canada, British Colombia, Vancouver Island, Qualicum Beach: flowerbeds near the tiny railway station. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, wooden dwelling, suburbia, railroad, rail transport, railroad halt
PMR111K-05 Canada, British Colombia, Vancouver Island, Rathtrevor Beach: walkers on the beach with the Strait of Georgia and Coast Mountains on the mainland in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, bleak coast, stoney beach, scenery, landscape
PMR111K-04 Canada, British Colombia, Vancouver Island, Rathtrevor Beach: bleached driftwood on the deserted beach with the Coast Mountains on the mainland in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, bleak coast, stoney beach, scenery, landscape
PMR111K-03 Canada, British Colombia, Vancouver Island, Rathtrevor Beach: beach with the Strait of Georgia and the Coast Mountains on the mainland in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, bleak coast, stoney beach, scenery, landscape
PMR111K-02 Canada, British Colombia, Vancouver Island, Rathtrevor Beach: deserted beach with the Coast Mountains on the mainland in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, scenery, stoney beach, bleak coast
PMR111K-01 Canada, British Colombia, Vancouver Island, Qualicum Beach: New-build House in Memorial Avenue. Keywords: architecture, detached house, suburbia, wooden dwelling, picturesque
PMR110K-31 Canada, Vancouver Island, Victoria BC: British Colombia's Parliament Buildings, opened in 1898, were designed by architect F. Rattenbury. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, national heritage, capital city
PMR110K-30 Canada, Vancouver Island, Victoria BC: sellers of native artefacts under their umbrellas, with flowerbeds overlooking the Inner Harbour. Keywords: architecture, tourism, national heritage, picturesque
PMR110K-29 Canada, Vancouver Island, Victoria BC: the 460-room Empress Hotel was opened in 1908 by Canadian Pacific Railway. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, national heritage, quay, jetty, promenade
PMR110K-28 Canada, Vancouver Island, Victoria BC: Inner Harbour Promenade with the Empress Hotel in the background. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, national heritage, quay, jetty
PMR110K-23 Canada, Vancouver Island, Victoria BC: houseboats moored at Fisherman's Wharf, with some of the canoes which are available for hire in a variety of colours. Keywords: architecture, desirable residences, floating homes, national heritage, picturesque, wooden homes, canoeing
PMR110K-22 Canada, Vancouver Island, Victoria BC: artistic advertising on a hut at Fisherman's Wharf, adjacent to the small-boat moorings. Keywords: floating homes, motor boats, vessels, boats, picturesque, national heritage
PMR110K-21 Canada, Vancouver Island, Victoria BC: enjoying the seafood on the quay at Fisherman's Wharf, with a ferry in the background. Keywords: architecture, desirable residences, national heritage, picturesque, food, restaurant, eating
PMR110K-20 Canada, Vancouver Island, Victoria BC: floating garden - a houseboat with an array of flower boxes moored at Fisherman's Wharf. Keywords: architecture, desirable residences, floating homes, national heritage, picturesque
PMR110K-19 Canada, Vancouver Island, Victoria BC: architect-designed houseboat moored at Fisherman's Wharf. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, national heritage, floating homes, desirable residences, wooden home
PMR110K-18 Canada, Vancouver Island, Victoria BC: houseboats moored at Fisherman's Wharf. Keywords: architecture, desirable residences, floating homes, national heritage, picturesque
PMR110K-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: window of a hut on Lake Lautersee, surrounded by winter wood reserves. Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque
PMR110K-08 Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: ruined fortifications of the "Porta Claudia" erected by the Archduchess Claudia de Medici in 1633 on a steep mountainside, to keep the Bavarians out of Tyrol. Keywords: alpine, national heritage, historical, ruins, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR110K-07 France, Périgord, Domme: this "bastide" or fortified town was laid out by Philippe le Hardi ("the Bold") in 1281. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR110K-06 France, Périgord: a street in the mediaeval village of Castelnaud, at the foot of the castle. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR110K-05 France, Périgord: kitchen gardens of Chateau Castelnaud with the keep and inner curtain wall behind. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon, fortifications
PMR110K-04 France, Périgord: working models of two siege catapults at Chateau Castelnaud, with the Keep in the background. Keywords: Dordogne, fortifications, Cro-Magnon, mediaeval, historic, cave dwellings, stone-age man, Neanderthal, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR110K-03 France, Périgord: working model of a siege catapult with stone balls at Chateau Castelnaud. Keywords: Dordogne, fortifications, Cro-Magnon, mediaeval, historic, cave dwellings, stone-age man, Neanderthal, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR110K-02 France, Périgord: the Donjon ("Keep") of Chateau Castelnaud, and view along the Dordogne Valley, showing the heavily wooded countryside. Keywords: Dordogne, Cro-Magnon, mediaeval, historic, cave dwellings, stone-age man, Neanderthal, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR110K-01 France, Périgord: view over the River Dordogne from Chateau Castelnaud, showing Chateau Beynac, its traditional rival on the other side of the river. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR109K-36 France, Périgord: view over the River Dordogne from Chateau Castelnaud, showing the heavily wooded countryside. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR109K-35 France, Périgord: La Roque Saint-Christophe, probably first occupied by Neanderthal and Cro-Magnon peoples perhaps 50,000 years ago. The extent of one of the five terraces, used as sheltered dwellings for about 50,000 years by Neanderthal and Cro-Magnon peoples and their successors. Keywords: Dordogne, Cro-Magnon, mediaeval, historic, cave dwellings, stone-age man, Neanderthal, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR109K-34 France, Périgord: La Roque Saint-Christophe, probably first occupied by Neanderthal and Cro-Magnon peoples perhaps 50,000 years ago. View of the rock shelter and steps down to the road below, in use until the 20th century. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR109K-33 France, Périgord: La Roque Saint-Christophe, probably first occupied by Neanderthal and Cro-Magnon peoples perhaps 50,000 years ago. A modern winch for hoisting up provisions for more modern occupants. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR109K-32 France, Périgord, Saint Léon sur Vézere: Restaurant de la Poste, with the Manoir de la Salle (right) in the distance. Keywords: Dordogne, village life, Cro-Magnon, mediaeval, historic, cave dwellings, stone-age man, Neanderthal, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR109K-31 France, Périgord, Saint Léon sur Vézere: the oldest Romanesque church in Périgord, dating from the 12th century, was formerly a Benedictine church. View of the church and village, reflected in the waters of the River Vézere. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon, reflections
PMR109K-30 France, Périgord, Saint Léon sur Vézere: the oldest Romanesque church in Périgord, dating from the 12th century, was formerly a Benedictine church. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR109K-29 France, Périgord: south-west bastion tower and dry moat of Chateau de Losse, dating back to 1576, with the substantial gatehouse behind. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon, fortifications
PMR109K-28 France, Périgord: the substantial gatehouse and bridge over the moat of Chateau de Losse, dating back to 1576, with corner turret in the foreground. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon, fortifications
PMR109K-27 France, Périgord: turreted curtain wall and dry moat of the Chateau de Losse, dating back to 1576. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon, fortifications
PMR109K-26 France, Périgord: canoeing on the tree-lined River Vézere, seen here from the ramparts of Chateau de Losse. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR109K-25 France, Périgord: Le Thot Museum displays some of the present-day animals depicted in the Lascaux Caves. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR109K-24 France, Périgord: Chateau de Fénelon dates from the 13th century but most of the present fabric is 16th century. Its two round towers retain their traditional roofs of lauze stones. Keywords: Dordogne, fortifications, Cro-Magnon, mediaeval, historic, cave dwellings, stone-age man, Neanderthal, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR109K-23 France, Périgord: Chateau de Fénelon dates from the 13th century but most of the present fabric is 16th century. It possesses formidable defences, including triple walls. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon, fortifications
PMR109K-22 France, Périgord: Chateau de Fénelon dates from the 13th century but most of the present fabric is 16th century. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR109K-21 France, Périgord, St. Genies: the 15th century castle and (right) church, parts of which reveal its Romanesque origin. Keywords: Dordogne, Christian religion, Cro-Magnon, mediaeval, historic, cave dwellings, stone-age man, Neanderthal, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR109K-20 France, Périgord, St. Genies: Chapelle du Cheylard contains a number of valuable 14th century frescoes depicting the life of Christ. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon, chapel, Christian religion
PMR109K-19 France, Périgord, St. Genies: view of the castle and church from the newly asphalted main road. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon, village
PMR109K-18 France, Périgord, St. Genies: old stone cottages on the main road. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR109K-17 France, Périgord, St. Genies: view of stone-built houses from across the village green. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR109K-16 France, Périgord, Montignac: market stalls overlooking the river Vézere from the high stone embankment. Keywords: Dordogne, Cro-Magnon, mediaeval, historic, cave dwellings, stone-age man, Neanderthal, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, market day
PMR109K-14 France, Périgord, Les Eyzies: modern houses standing on the ledge where dwellings have been for thousands of years, sheltered by the overhanging cliffs. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, Cro-Magnon, natural shelters
PMR109K-13 France, Périgord, Les Eyzies: modern houses standing on the ledge where dwellings have been for thousands of years, sheltered by the overhanging cliffs. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, Cro-Magnon, natural shelters
PMR109K-12 France, Périgord, Les Eyzies: view of the main street with overhanging cliffs sheltering the dwellings on the ledge. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, Cro-Magnon, natural shelters
PMR109K-11 France, Périgord, Les Eyzies: symbol of the town - the statue of a Neanderthal man overlooks the high street. Keywords: Dordogne, natural shelters, Cro-Magnon, historic, cave dwellings, stone-age man, Neanderthal, national heritage, picturesque
PMR109K-10 France, Périgord, Les Eyzies: terrace beneath the overhanging cliffs, with the Musée Préhistorique and figure of a Neanderthal man. Keywords: Dordogne, natural shelters, Cro-Magnon, historic, cave dwellings, stone-age man, Neanderthal, national heritage, picturesque
PMR109K-09 France, Périgord, Les Eyzies: the overhanging cliffs have provided shelter for homo sapiens for over 7000 years. Keywords: Dordogne, natural shelters, Cro-Magnon, historic, cave dwellings, stone-age man, Neanderthal, national heritage, picturesque
PMR109K-06 Germany, Baden-Württemberg: the church of Zwiefalten Abbey (founded 1089) , built in 1747 by Johann M. Fischer in Baroque style. Keywords: picturesque, historic, Catholic, religious building, national heritage, architecture, monastery
PMR109K-05 Germany, Baden-Württemberg: rows of fruit trees in the orchard, in the grounds of the Cistercian Monastery Heiligkreuztal, consecrated in 1227. Keywords: picturesque, historic, Catholic, religious building, national heritage
PMR109K-04 Germany, Baden-Württemberg: the "Ladies' House", part of the Cistercian Monastery Heiligkreuztal, consecrated in 1227. Keywords: picturesque, historic, architecture, Catholic, religious building, national heritage, timber frame
PMR109K-03 Germany, Baden-Württemberg: former entry lodge of the Cistercian Monastery Heiligkreuztal, consecrated in 1227. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, timber-frame, national heritage, religious building, Catholic, architecture, historic
PMR109K-02 Germany, Baden-Württemberg: the Cistercian Monastery Heiligkreuztal, consecrated in 1227, showing a wing of the monastery now cared for by the Stefanus-Gemeinschaft Trust. Keywords: picturesque, historic, architecture, Catholic, religious building, national heritage
PMR109K-01 Germany, Baden-Württemberg: Gothic church of the Cistercian Monastery Heiligkreuztal, consecrated in 1227. Keywords: picturesque, historic, architecture, Catholic, religious building, national heritage
PMR108K-36 Germany, Baden-Württemberg: reconstructed Celtic settlement from the 6th century BC on Heuneberg Hill in the Swabian Jura. View of the defensive wall with weapons embrasures and gateway. Keywords: mediaeval town, picturesque, historic, history, Celts, fortifications
PMR108K-35 Germany, Baden-Württemberg: reconstructed Celtic settlement from the 6th century BC on Heuneberg Hill in the Swabian Jura. Timber-fame dwelling houses with thatched and shingled roofs. Keywords: mediaeval town, Celts, history, historic, picturesque
PMR108K-34 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: restoration work on the Renaissance inner court of the Schloss, with the Hausmannsturm (tower) on the right. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR108K-33 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: Schloss Albrechtsberg, Schloss Eckberg and Villa Stockhausen in the Elbe Valley (UNESCO site of natural beauty). Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, countryside, river, watermeadows
PMR108K-32 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: Schloss Eckberg, completeted in 1861 in Tudor style for an industrialist, is situated in the Elbe Valley and serves as a luxury hotel. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, palace, mansion, castle
PMR108K-31 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: Schloss Albrechtsberg, built 1853, the former home of Prinz Albrecht von Preussen, in the Dresdner Elbtal (Elbe Valley). Keywords: East Germany, palace, mansion, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR108K-30 Germany, Saxony, Kleinröhrsdorf: the rural campsite with tent and Ford Focus. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, outdoors , camping, healthy, tenting, countryside
PMR108K-29 Germany, Saxony: Baroque Palace of Rammenau, built 1721-37 by Christoph Knöffel, showing the courtyard and entry lodge. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR108K-28 Germany, Saxony: Burg Stolpen, standing 357 metres high on basalt rocks, dates back to 1100, and has an 82-metre deep well, excavated through sheer basalt. View of the village of Stolpen from the castle walls. The dowager Duchess Cosel was imprisoned in this castle for 49 years. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, castle, Schloss, fortifications, mediaeval
PMR108K-27 Germany, Saxony: Burg Stolpen, standing 357 metres high on basalt rocks, dates back to 1100, and has an 82-metre deep well, excavated through sheer basalt. Part of the wall is used as a rock garden, where stonecrops and other plants flourish. Keywords: East Germany, rock plants, mediaeval, fortifications, Schloss, castle, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR108K-26 Germany, Saxony: Burg Stolpen, standing 357 metres high on basalt rocks, dates back to 1100, and has an 82-metre deep well, excavated through sheer basalt. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, castle, Schloss, fortifications, mediaeval
PMR108K-25 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Frauenkirche, reconsecrated in 2005 after wartime destruction, towering over the newly rebuilt burgher houses. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR108K-24 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Frauenkirche, reconsecrated in 2005 after wartime destruction, showing parts of the original building in dark stone. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR108K-23 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: view from the dome of the Frauenkirche showing the Kunstakademie with golden figure of Fama/Nike and Carola Bridge over the Elbe. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, panorama, city panorama
PMR108K-22 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: view from the dome of the Frauenkirche showing the Taschenbergpalais and Augustus Bridge over the Elbe. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR108K-21 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Coselpalais (1765), one of the finest Baroque buildings in the city, now an exclusive restaurant. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR108K-20 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: a horse-drawn omnibus takes visitors on a tour of the city. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, vintage transport
PMR108K-19 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), a Baroque jewell, reconsecrated in 2005 after wartime destruction, dominates the Neumarkt. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, religious architecture
PMR108K-18 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: newly cleaned Renaissance gables of the Schloss (castle), former residence of the Saxon Electors. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR108K-17 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Semper Opera, built 1871-8 by Manfred Semper, with statue of King Johann in Theaterplatz, and colourful flower gardens and fountain in the foreground. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR108K-16 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: some of the Italian-influenced sculpture by Balthasar Permoser (1651-1752) in the grounds of the Zwinger, a Baroque masterpiece created by Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann. Keywords: East Germany, fountains, formal gardens, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR108K-15 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: Wallpavillon surmounted by the figure of Hercules carrying the world, in the Zwinger, a Baroque masterpiece created by Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann. Keywords: East Germany, fountains, formal gardens, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR108K-14 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: Kronentor (Crown Gate) sumounted by 4 golden eagles bearing the Polish crown, in the Zwinger, a Baroque masterpiece created by Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann. Keywords: East Germany, formal gardens, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR108K-13 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: grounds of the Zwinger, a Baroque masterpiece created by Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, formal gardens, fountains
PMR108K-12 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: facade of the Semper Opera, built 1871-8 by Manfred Semper, with statue of King Johann in Theaterplatz. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR108K-11 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: equestrian statue of Saxon King Johann erected in 1889 by sculptor Johannes Schilling, with Semper Opera in the background. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, plastic arts, monument
PMR108K-10 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Brühlsche Terrasse with cruiseboat moorings, Cathedral and Semper Opera behind. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR108K-09 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: Saxon State Chancellery, formerly Ministry of the Interior, built 1900-04 on the River Elbe. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR108K-08 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: Saxon State Chancellery, formerly Ministry of the Interior, built 1900-04 on the River Elbe. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR108K-07 Germany, Saxony, Pirna: view of the town from the River Elbe. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, picturesque, landscape, panorama
PMR108K-06 Germany, Saxony, Pirna: veteran sidewheel paddle steamer on the River Elbe, with grey geese in the foreground. Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, picturesque, ship, paddle boat, pleasure steamer
PMR104K-36 Peru, Departamento de Puno, Juliaca: the market, with a "mototaxi". Keywords: High Andes, picturesque, local transport
PMR104K-35 Peru, Departamento de Puno, Juliaca: the market, with a "tricitaxi". Keywords: High Andes, picturesque, local transport
PMR104K-34 Peru, Departamento de Puno, Juliaca: the market. Keywords: High Andes, picturesque
PMR104K-17 Peru, Departamento de Puno, Juli: well maintained public gardens with red-hot-poker flowers in the Plaza Mayor. Keywords: High Andes, historic village, picturesque
PMR104K-16 Peru, Departamento de Puno, Juli: a neglected house manifests some fine stone carving - view of the portal with carved columns, lintel and tympanum. Keywords: High Andes, picturesque, historic village
PMR104K-15 Peru, Departamento de Puno, Juli: a neglected house manifests some fine stone carving. Keywords: High Andes, picturesque, historic village
PMR104K-14 Peru, Departamento de Puno: Lake Titicaca, 3812 metres a.s.l., with fish-breeding nets and grazing cow. Keywords: High Andes, picturesque, landscape
PMR104K-13 Peru, Departamento de Puno: standing water in cultivated fields, with Lake Titicaca in the background. Keywords: High Andes, picturesque, landscape
PMR104K-12 Peru, Departamento de Puno: flooded fields reflect the clouds, with a first glimpse of Lake Titicaca behind. Keywords: High Andes, landscape, picturesque
PMR104K-11 Peru, Departamento de Puno: arch of welcome to a Colla (Quechua) village. the church in the background is a good example of the local architecture. Keywords: High Andes, church, religious architecture, landscape, picturesque
PMR101K-29 Argentina, Jujuy: a photogenic, rocky wadi in the Cordillera Calalaste, wirh cacti and pampas grass in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, rock formations, canyon, gulch, Andes, geology
PMR101K-24 Argentina, Jujuy: dazzling white, lying at about 3400 metres a.s.l., the Salinas Grandes (salt lakes) reflect the clouds. In the background are piles of salt crystals, awaiting bagging and transportation. Keywords: picturesque, potassium, sodium, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, salt lakes, saline, salt flats
PMR101K-23 Argentina, Jujuy: dazzling white, lying at about 3400 metres a.s.l., the Salinas Grandes (salt lakes) are traversed by Ruta Nacional No. 52. Here a group of people appears to be walking on a sheet of ice. Keywords: picturesque, potassium, sodium, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, salt lakes, saline, salt flats
PMR101K-22 Argentina, Jujuy: dazzling white, lying at about 3400 metres a.s.l., the Salinas Grandes (salt lakes) reflect the clouds. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, salt lakes, saline, salt flats, sodium , potassium
PMR101K-21 Argentina, Jujuy: typical view on the altiplano, approaching the Salinas Grandes (salt flats). Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, salt lakes, saline
PMR101K-20 Argentina, Jujuy: on the altiplano, approaching the Salinas Grandes (salt flats), with snow covered sierras in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, salt lakes, saline
PMR101K-19 Argentina, Jujuy: distant view of the Salinas Grandes (salt flats) between the mountains. Keywords: picturesque, saline, salt lakes, geological formations
PMR101K-18 Argentina, Jujuy: Interesting continuous cloud-formation off a mountain, near the summit of the pass "Abra Potrerillos" (4170 metres a.s.l.). Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, Andes high pass, meteorology, cloud formation
PMR101K-17 Argentina, Jujuy: summit of the pass "Abra Potrerillos" (4170 metres a.s.l.). Indiginas selling pictures of animals etched onto flakes of stone, and stone carvings. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, Andes high pass, stone souvenirs, stone carvings
PMR101K-16 Argentina, Jujuy: summit of the pass "Abra Potrerillos" (4170 metres a.s.l.), with 240 kilometres to the next pass, Paso de Jama. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, Andes high pass
PMR101K-15 Argentina, Jujuy: after Purmamarca the road begins to rise along a valley amid barren scenery to the pass "Abra Potrerillos" (4170 metres a.s.l.) View of the numerous hairpin bends as the road ascends to the pass. Keywords: picturesque, coloured mountain, coloured cliffs, coloured rocks, geological formations
PMR101K-14 Argentina, Jujuy: after Purmamarca the road begins to rise along a valley amid barren scenery to the pass "Abra Potrerillos" (4170 metres a.s.l.). View of the surrounding snow-covered mountains. Keywords: picturesque, coloured mountain, coloured cliffs, coloured rocks, geological formations
PMR101K-13 Argentina, Jujuy: after Purmamarca the road begins to rise along a valley amid barren scenery to the pass "Abra Potrerillos" (4170 metres a.s.l.) Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, coloured rocks, coloured cliffs, coloured mountain
PMR101K-12 Argentina, Jujuy: after Purmamarca the road begins to rise along a valley amid barren scenery to the pass "Abra Potrerillos" (4170 metres a.s.l.) Keywords: picturesque, coloured mountain, coloured cliffs, coloured rocks, geological formations
PMR101K-11 Argentina, Jujuy: Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca, known as "Las Coloradas": the rocks manifest many vivid and unusual mineral colours. Cactus in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, coloured rocks
PMR101K-10 Argentina, Jujuy: Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca, known as "Las Coloradas": the rocks manifest many vivid and unusual mineral colours. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, coloured rocks
PMR101K-09 Argentina, Jujuy, Purmamarca: a typical unpaved street in the town, with rugs and dried cacti displayed outside the shops, and the coloured mountain in the background. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, coloured rocks, coloured cliffs, coloured mountain
PMR101K-08 Argentina, Jujuy, Purmamarca: traditional rugs displayed outside a shop, with the colourful mountain in the background. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, coloured rocks, coloured cliffs, coloured mountain
PMR101K-07 Argentina, Jujuy, Purmamarca: a wide selection of colourful textiles and handiwork is on offer in the market. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, coloured rocks, coloured cliffs, coloured mountain
PMR101K-06 Argentina, Jujuy, Purmamarca: closer view of the "mountain of seven colours" from a hill within the town. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, coloured rocks, coloured cliffs, coloured mountain
PMR101K-05 Argentina, Jujuy, Purmamarca: closer view of the "mountain of seven colours" from a hill within the town. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, coloured rocks, coloured cliffs, coloured mountain
PMR101K-04 Argentina, Jujuy, Purmamarca: closer view of the "mountain of seven colours" from a hill within the town. Keywords: picturesque, coloured mountain, coloured cliffs, coloured rocks, geological formations
PMR101K-03 Argentina, Jujuy, Purmamarca: view of the "mountain of seven colours" from the main road. Keywords: picturesque, coloured mountain, coloured cliffs, coloured rocks, geological formations
PMR101K-02 Argentina, Jujuy: Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca, known as "Las Coloradas": the rocks manifest many vivid and unusual mineral colours. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations
PMR101K-01 Argentina, Jujuy: Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca, known as "Las Coloradas": the rocks manifest many vivid and unusual mineral colours. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations
PMR100K-36 Argentina, Jujuy: Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca, known as "Las Coloradas": the rocks manifest many vivid and unusual mineral colours. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations
PMR100K-35 Argentina, Jujuy: Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca, known as "Las Coloradas": the rocks manifest many vivid and unusual mineral colours. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations
PMR100K-34 Argentina, Jujuy: Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca, known as "Las Coloradas": the rocks manifest many vivid and unusual mineral colours. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations
PMR100K-33 Argentina, Jujuy: Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca, known as "Las Coloradas": the rocks manifest many vivid and unusual mineral colours. Keywords: picturesque, geological formations
PMR100K-32 Argentina, Salta: Humahuaca, a village almost exclusively occupied by indigenas of the Coya tribe. A group of cacti planted by the entrance to the campsite. Keywords: picturesque, Indio village, indiginous peoples
PMR100K-31 Argentina, Salta: Humahuaca, a village almost exclusively occupied by indigenas of the Coya tribe. Entrance to the market hall. Keywords: picturesque, indiginous peoples, Indio village, fruit and vegetables, cut flowers
PMR100K-30 Argentina, Salta: Humahuaca, a village almost exclusively occupied by indigenas of the Coya tribe. Fountain with the figure of an indigena woman with baby. Keywords: picturesque, indiginous peoples, Indio village, monument, statue, sculpture
PMR100K-29 Argentina, Salta: Humahuaca, a village almost exclusively occupied by indigenas of the Coya tribe. El Cabildo (the town hall) was opened on 2nd February 1940 on the initiative of Ernesto Padilla. Keywords: picturesque, indiginous peoples, Indio village, architecture
PMR100K-28 Argentina, Salta: Humahuaca, a village almost exclusively occupied by indigenas of the Coya tribe. The church, "Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria", was founded in the year 1641. Keywords: picturesque, religious architecture, Indio village, indiginous peoples
PMR100K-27 Argentina, Salta: Humahuaca, a village almost exclusively occupied by indigenas of the Coya tribe. Monumento a los Héroes de la Independencia (1950) commemorates the battles against the Spanish. Closer view of the figure of the chief. Keywords: picturesque, tableau, statue, monument, Indio village, indiginous peoples
PMR100K-26 Argentina, Salta: Humahuaca, a village almost exclusively occupied by indigenas of the Coya tribe. Monumento a los Héroes de la Independencia (1950) commemorates the battles against the Spanish. Keywords: picturesque, indiginous peoples, Indio village, monument, statue, tableau
PMR100K-25 Argentina, Salta: Humahuaca, a village almost exclusively occupied by indigenas of the Coya tribe. A typical street. Keywords: picturesque, indiginous peoples, Indio village
PMR100K-24 Argentina, Salta: Humahuaca, a village almost exclusively occupied by indigenas of the Coya tribe. The nearby Rio Grande is somewhat depleted at this time of the year. Keywords: landscape, mineral deposits, coloured minerals, rock formations, geological formations, picturesque
PMR100K-23 Argentina, Salta: the road reaches a height of 3780 metres above sea level between La Quiaca and Humahuaca. Keywords: landscape, picturesque, geological formations, rock formations, coloured minerals, mineral deposits
PMR100K-18 Argentina, Salta: Quebrada (valley) de Humahuaca; some of the interesting and colourful rock formations through which the Rio Grande flows. Keywords: landscape, picturesque, geological formations, rock formations, coloured minerals, mineral deposits
PMR100K-17 Argentina, Salta: Quebrada (valley) de Humahuaca: farmholding with large numbers of llamas in pens. Keywords: landscape, picturesque, geological formations, rock formations, coloured minerals, mineral deposits
PMR100K-16 Argentina, Salta: Quebrada (valley) de Humahuaca; red cliffs, green hills and cacti growing in the foreground. Keywords: landscape, mineral deposits, coloured minerals, rock formations, geological formations, picturesque
PMR100K-15 Argentina, Salta: Quebrada (valley) de Humahuaca; the village of Maimará at the foot of some striking rock formations. Keywords: landscape, picturesque, geological formations, rock formations, coloured minerals, mineral deposits
PMR100K-14 Argentina, Salta: Quebrada (valley) de Humahuaca; some of the interesting and colourful rock formations through which the Rio Grande flows. Keywords: landscape, mineral deposits, coloured minerals, rock formations, geological formations, picturesque
PMR100K-13 Argentina, Salta: Quebrada (valley) de Humahuaca; some of the interesting and colourful rock formations through which the Rio Grande flows. Keywords: landscape, mineral deposits, coloured minerals, rock formations, geological formations, picturesque
PMR100K-12 Argentina, Salta: Quebrada (valley) de Humahuaca; some of the interesting and colourful rock formations through which the Rio Grande flows. Keywords: landscape, picturesque, geological formations, rock formations, coloured minerals, mineral deposits
PMR100K-11 Argentina, Salta: Quebrada (valley) de Humahuaca; some of the interesting and colourful rock formations through which the Rio Grande flows. Keywords: landscape, mineral deposits, coloured minerals, rock formations, geological formations, picturesque
PMR097K-25 Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. The picturesque Salto Dos Hermanos (Two Brothers Falls), seen from the Lower Circuit path. Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguacu Falls, Iguazu Falls
PMR096K-36 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: a horse-drawn sleigh brings visitors through the snow-covered landscape, with the Zugspitze massif, part of the Wetterstein Mountains, in the background. Keywords: alpine, sledge, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR096K-35 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: a horse-drawn sleigh brings visitors through the snow-covered landscape. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, snow scene, winter wonderland, picturesque, sledge
PMR096K-34 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: the Zugspitze massif, part of the Wetterstein Mountains, from the bank of the River Loisach, with snow-covered landscape. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR096K-33 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: the Zugspitze massif, part of the Wetterstein Mountains, with the bridge over the River Loisach in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR096K-32 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: sun shining through frost-covered trees and casting shadows in the snow. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, snow scene, winter wonderland, picturesque
PMR096K-31 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: sun shining through frost-covered trees and casting shadows in the snow. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR096K-30 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: the Zugspitze massif in the Wetterstein Mountains is Germany's highest peak. Reeds denote the course of a frozen stream in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR096K-29 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: the Zugspitze massif in the Wetterstein Mountains is Germany's highest peak. With a cross-country skiing track in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, snow scene, winter wonderland, picturesque
PMR096K-28 Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: sunshine through frosted foliage falls on the heaped snow. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR096K-14 Cyprus, Troödhos: a snowy scene at the Visitors' Centre in the Troödhos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky. Keywords: winter , snowy, picturesque, winter wonderland
PMR096K-13 Cyprus, Troödhos: piled-up snow by the roadside and snow-covered trees near the town square, in the Troödhos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky. Keywords: winter , winter wonderland, picturesque, snowy
PMR096K-12 Cyprus, Troödhos: Black Pines covered with snow on the Troödhos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky. Keywords: winter , winter wonderland, snowy, picturesque
PMR096K-11 Cyprus, Troödhos: Black Pines covered with snow on the Troödhos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky. Keywords: winter , picturesque, snowy, winter wonderland
PMR096K-10 Cyprus, Troödhos: Black Pines covered with snow on the Troödhos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky. Keywords: winter , picturesque, snowy, winter wonderland
PMR093K-18 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the square "Beim Tiergärtner Tor", with café terrace in the foreground and the Imperial Castle in the background. Keywords: Nürnberg, eating, restarant, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR093K-17 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Imperial Castle, with the Pentagonal Tower (left), Imperial Stables, and Luginsland Tower (behind). Keywords: Nürnberg, fortress, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR093K-16 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: "Heathens' Tower" in the Imperial Castle, with the Palas buildings behind, and a section of the city's fortified defence wall. Keywords: Nürnberg, fortress, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR093K-15 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: half timbered Secretarial Building dating from 1564, in the Imperial Castle courtyard. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR093K-14 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Double Eagle arms above the Inner Gate of the Imperial Castle, which separates the Forecourt from the Inner Court. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, gateway
PMR093K-13 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: forecourt of the Imperial Castle with the "Heathens' Tower" flying the Bavarian flag. Keywords: Nürnberg, fortress, castle, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR093K-12 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Imperial Castle with "Heathens' Tower" (left) and the small building housing the deep well. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, castle, fortress, half timbered buildings, Bavarian flag
PMR093K-11 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: old burgher houses with their reflections in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR091K-36 Macedonia, Bitola: the pedestrian precinct with minarets of the two mosques, Isaac Beg (left) and Yeni (right). Keywords: Yugoslavia, picturesque, national heritage, historic
PMR091K-35 Macedonia, Bitola: cobbled street in the "Stara Carsija" (old bazaar), with sunshades providing shadow for the wares on display in the street. Keywords: Yugoslavia, street scene, picturesque
PMR091K-34 Macedonia, Bitola: cobbled street in the "Stara Carsija" (old bazaar), with an odd-shaped shop, squeezed on a y-junction. Keywords: Yugoslavia, street scene, picturesque
PMR091K-33 Macedonia, Bitola: cobbled street in the "Stara Carsija" (old bazaar), with large mural in the foreground. Keywords: Yugoslavia, street scene, picturesque
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-29 Macedonia, Bitola: the 35-metre Clock Tower dates back to 1664, but acquired its present appearance in the 19th century. Keywords: Yugoslavia, historic, national heritage, picturesque
PMR091K-27 Macedonia, Bitola: Marshal Tito ulica, the main street and pedestrian precinct. Keywords: Yugoslavia, street scene, historic, picturesque
PMR091K-26 Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by an earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. Fortress Kale, overlooking the city, was first built in 536 after Roman Scupi was destroyed by an earthquake in 518 AD. The present fortifications date mainly from Ottoman times. Keywords: historic, reflections, castle, fortifications, picturesque, national heritage, Yugoslavia
PMR091K-25 Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by an earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. The Clock Tower, built in 1566-72, was damaged in the 1963 earthquake and the clockwork was lost. It has now been replaced and is visible all over the bazaar. Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, picturesque, national heritage
PMR091K-24 Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by an earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. Sveta Bogorodica Church, built in 1835, burnt down by Bulgarians in 1944 and now rebuilt once more. Keywords: Orthodox church, Yugoslavia, picturesque, national heritage, historic, Christian
PMR091K-23 Kosovo, Pristina, the new capital city of a new country: an Orthodox church and cemetery on the outskirts of the city. Keywords: Orthodox church, Yugoslavia, picturesque, national heritage, historic, Christian
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-16 Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by an earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. "Carsija" Bazaar is about one thousand years old; a typical cobbled street in the "Bitbazaar" with minaret behind and distant dome of Mustafa Pasha Mosque. Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, street scene, picturesque, national heritage
PMR091K-15 Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by an earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. "Carsija" Bazaar is about one thousand years old; a typical cobbled street in the "Bitbazaar". Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, picturesque, national heritage, street scene
PMR091K-14 Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by an earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. "Carsija" Bazaar is about one thousand years old; a typical cobbled street with minaret behind. Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, street scene, picturesque, national heritage
PMR091K-13 Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by an earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. 15th century Daut-Pasha Amam (baths), architecturally notable, is now home to the city's modern art gallery. Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, national heritage, picturesque, Turkish baths, architecture
PMR091K-12 Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by an earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. Fortress Kale, overlooking the city, was first built in 536 after Roman Scupi was destroyed by an earthquake in 518 AD. The present fortifications date mainly from Ottoman times. Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, national heritage, picturesque, fortifications, castle
PMR091K-11 Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by an earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. 15th century Ottoman stone bridge linking the two sides of the city over the River Vardar. Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, national heritage, picturesque
PMR090K-15 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: houses in the Gorica quarter, on the other side of the River Osum, in late afternoon. Keywords: Shqiperia, architecture, Turkish houses, historic town, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
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-13 Albania, Berat: Ottoman houses mounting the hillside give the town its pseudonym "town of a thousand windows". In the 6th century BC it was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: the bus terminus for the yellow "furgons" (minibuses) with the Orthodox Cathedral behind. Keywords: Shqiperia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture
PMR090K-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
PMR090K-10 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: a former "Han" (Turkish inn), built at the end of the17th century, in the town centre. Keywords: Shqiperia, architecture, Turkish houses, historic town, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR090K-09 Albania, Berat: In the 6th century BC the town was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: a square in the old walled citadel on the hill ("Kala"), with curved-roofed Ottoman hall in the foreground, and the fortified walls and towers of the citadel behind. Keywords: Shqiperia, Ottoman, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture
PMR090K-08 Albania, Berat: In the 6th century BC the town was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: a narrow cobbled street in the old walled citadel on the hilltop ("Kala"), where the bay windows of the second storey Ottoman houses almost meet. Keywords: Shqiperia, Ottoman, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture
PMR090K-07 Albania, Berat: In the 6th century BC the town was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: a cobbled street in the old walled citadel on the hilltop ("Kala"), with whitewashed Ottoman houses grow vines and flowers. Keywords: Shqiperia, Ottoman, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture
PMR090K-06 Albania, Berat: In the 6th century BC the town was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: a cobbled street in the old walled citadel on the hilltop ("Kala"), with a row of Ottoman houses. Keywords: Shqiperia, Ottoman, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture
PMR090K-05 Albania, Berat: In the 6th century BC the town was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: a cobbled street in the old walled citadel on the hilltop ("Kala"), with the owner of the five-roomed house, Abdulla, a confirmed Communist and supporter of Enver Hoxha, standing in front of the door. Keywords: Shqiperia, architecture, Turkish houses, historic town, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Ottoman
PMR090K-04 Albania, Berat: In the 6th century BC the town was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: a ship-like house in the old town occupies an acute angle between two streets. Keywords: Shqiperia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture
PMR090K-03 Albania, Berat: In the 6th century BC the town was a Greek fortress-settlement of the Dassaretae tribe, later the Illyrian town of "Antipatrea", and then taken by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Here: a diminutive ironmonger's shop with a large variety of wares on display. Keywords: Shqiperia, small business, free enterprise, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture
PMR090K-02 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. Keywords: Shqiperia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture
PMR090K-01 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. Keywords: Shqiperia, architecture, Turkish houses, historic town, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR089K-21 Montenegro, Cetinje (the old capital): Vlaska Crkva (church) dates from 1450 and is believed to be the oldest building in Montenegro. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, historic city, Yugoslavia
PMR089K-20 Montenegro, Cetinje (the old capital): a typical street in this small town of 19,000 inhabitants. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, historic city, Yugoslavia
PMR089K-19 Montenegro, Cetinje (the old capital): Orthodox Monastery of Cetinje, founded by Ivan Crnojevic in 1484, showing the main entrance and belltower. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, Yugoslavia
PMR089K-18 Montenegro, Cetinje (the old capital): Orthodox Monastery of Cetinje, founded by Ivan Crnojevic in 1484. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, Yugoslavia
PMR089K-17 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. The massive Kampana Bastion and the town's north wall, with Mount Lovcen and Castel St. John, an Illyrian fort, in the background. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR089K-16 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. The Sea Gate, West Gate (1555) and Duke's (Providur's) Palace above it, from the Riva. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR089K-15 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. the Gurdic Bastion and the South Gate, which has three doors, from the 13th, 17th, and 18th centuries. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR089K-14 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. a street in the old town (Stari Grad), overlooked by Mount Lovcen and Castel St. John, an Illyrian fort. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR089K-13 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. View of the Gulf of Kotor, surrounded by precipitous mountains, and the new town. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR089K-12 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. View of the Gulf of Kotor with part of the old town (Stari Grad) and part of the Castel St. John, an Illyrian fort (260 metres high). Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR089K-11 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. Bird's eye view of the complete harbour from the Castel St. John, an Illyrian fort (260 metres high). Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR089K-10 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. View of the Gulf of Kotor and flag of Montenegro from Castel St. John, an Illyrian fort, (260 metres high). Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port, Yugoslavia
PMR089K-09 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. View of the old town (Stari Grad) and jetty from the Church of Our Lady of Remedy. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR089K-08 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. Part view of the old town (Stari Grad) and jetty, from the Roko fortification. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port
PMR088K-33 Croatia, Sveti Stefan: the tiny hotel island, connected by a causeway to the mainland, is a fashionable resort. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, port, Yugoslavia
PMR088K-32 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: the wooded island of Lokrum, seen over the rooftops from Fort Minceta. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-31 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: the wooded island of Lokrum, seen over the rooftops of the city. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-30 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: the Belltower on Placa, as seen from the city walls over the Pile Gate. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-29 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: the main street, Placa (or Stradun) with the belltower at the end, and the Franciscan Monastery on the left. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-28 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: Big Onofrio's Fountain, designed by Onofrio della Casa in 1438, near Pile Gate. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, impregnable, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port, Yugoslavia
PMR088K-27 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: Fort Minceta and the north-west city wall with the Pile Gate and some of the museum exhibits in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, impregnable, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port, Yugoslavia
PMR088K-26 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: restaurant in the forrmer cloisters of the Convent of St. Claire, founded in 1290. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, impregnable, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port, Yugoslavia
PMR088K-25 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: part of the south wall standing on precipitate cliffs above the sea. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-24 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: Fort Minceta and the entrance to the city walls, with the Franciscan Monastery in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-23 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: old roofs and new! Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, impregnable, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port, Yugoslavia
PMR088K-22 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: the triangular-shaped Fort Lovrijenac (11th century)(left, perched on its rock) and Fort Bokar (right, part of the city walls).) Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-21 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: close-up view of a speed boat and passengers, from the walls of the city. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-20 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: part of Fort St. John, with a view of the coast to the south, and speed boat. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-19 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: a section of the south wall, and seascape. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-18 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: the mighty Fort Bokar, the city wall, and sunbathers on the rocks outside the walls. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, impregnable, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port, Yugoslavia
PMR088K-17 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: view of Fort Minceta and north wall over the (mostly new) rooftops of the city. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-16 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: the harbour with Fort Revelin and the Ploce Gate, from Fort St. John. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-15 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: the harbour and quay with the Dominican Monastery, from the city walls. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, impregnable, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port, Yugoslavia
PMR088K-14 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: musician in traditional costume playing the tambura by Onofrio's Fountain. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, impregnable, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port, Yugoslavia
PMR088K-13 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: Romanesque columns and courtyard in the cloister of the Franciscan Monastery. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-12 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: a variety of carved stone column capitals in the Romanesque cloister of the Franciscan Monastery. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-11 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: view of the city's mighty north wall and bastions, from Fort Minceta. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-10 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: Fort Minceta and the city walls from Pile Gate, with palm trees and Oleanders in bloom. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-09 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: Orlando's Column (= Roland) has stood for centuries in Placa and is regarded as a symbol of Dubrovnik's freedom. Keywords: picturesque, statue, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-08 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: the Small Onofrio's Fountain, provides fresh water from the Dubrovnik River (designed by Onofrio della Casa in 1438). Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-07 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: view along the main street, Placa (or Stradun) with belltower and marble paving, polished by the feet of innumerable residents and visitors. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR088K-06 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: view down on the city, with harbour and fortifications, from the coast road. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
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-04 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: cruise liners moored in the port of Gruz. Keywords: picturesque, harbour, port, historic city
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
PMR087K-19 Croatia, Dalmatia, Ploce: Blacinskaja jez, a striking blue lake in a picturesque countryside of rolling hills. Keywords: Yugoslavia
PMR087K-18 Croatia, Dalmatiia,Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage site: late afternoon view of the island, promenade and quayside filled with moored yachts, from Kamerlengo Castle. Keywords: national heritage, harbour, panorama, Yugoslavia, Romanesque architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR087K-17 Croatia, Dalmatiia,Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage site: the clocktower of St. Sebastian and the 15th century town hall in trg (square) Ivana Pavla. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, Romanesque architecture, Yugoslavia
PMR087K-16 Croatia, Dalmatiia,Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage site: the magnificent Romanesque doorway of the church of St. Lawrence carved by Master Radovan in 1240 AD, showing Adam and Eve, the birth of Christ (centre), and the two lions. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, Romanesque architecture, Yugoslavia
PMR087K-15 Croatia, Dalmatiia,Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage site: the magnificent Romanesque doorway of the church of St. Lawrence carved by Master Radovan in 1240 AD. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, Romanesque architecture, Yugoslavia
PMR087K-14 Croatia, Dalmatiia,Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage site: a closer view of the private yachts and pleasure craft moored at the quay. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, Romanesque architecture, Yugoslavia
PMR087K-12 Croatia, Dalmatiia,Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage site: view of the island with promenade and quayside from Kamerlengo Castle, dating from 1420. Keywords: national heritage, panorama, Yugoslavia, Romanesque architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR087K-08 Croatia, Dalmatia, Split: Diocletian's Palace, built by the Roman Emperor between 295 and 305 AD in a square format with side walls of about 200 metres. Most of the walls and substantial parts of the inner constructions have been preserved. Here: a Romanesque clocktower and belfry, flanking the passage to the Roman "Iron Gate" in Narodni Trg. Keywords: national heritage, Yugoslavia, Roman architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR087K-07 Croatia, Dalmatia, Split: Diocletian's Palace, built by the Roman Emperor between 295 and 305 AD in a square format with side walls of about 200 metres. Most of the walls and substantial parts of the inner constructions have been preserved. Here: a colourful Bougainvillea, spreading itself right across a square within the Roman walls of the palace. Keywords: national heritage, Yugoslavia, Roman architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR087K-06 Croatia, Dalmatia, Split: Diocletian's Palace, built by the Roman Emperor between 295 and 305 AD in a square format with side walls of about 200 metres. Most of the walls and substantial parts of the inner constructions have been preserved. Here: an ancient house, still occupied, within the Roman walls. Keywords: national heritage, Yugoslavia, Roman architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR087K-05 Croatia, Dalmatia, Split: Trg Republike (Republic Square) surrounded by the 19th century neo-Renaissance "Prokuratien". Keywords: national heritage, arcade, Renaissance architecture, Yugoslavia, picturesque, historic town
PMR087K-04 Croatia, Dalmatia, Split: Diocletian's Palace, built by the Roman Emperor between 295 and 305 AD in a square format with side walls of about 200 metres. Most of the walls and substantial parts of the inner constructions have been preserved. Here: some of the dwellings built onto the ancient Roman walls. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, Roman architecture, Yugoslavia
PMR087K-03 Croatia, Dalmatia, Split: the new marble promenade, "Riva", laid out with palm trees, shrubs and fountains. Keywords: national heritage, Yugoslavia, picturesque, historic town
PMR087K-02 Croatia, Dalmatia, Split: Diocletian's Palace, built by the Roman Emperor between 295 and 305 AD in a square format with side walls of about 200 metres. Most of the walls and substantial parts of the inner constructions have been preserved. Here: the 200-metre-long south wall, overlooking the new marble promenade, "Riva", laid out with palm trees, shrubs and fountains. Fishing boat to the left. Keywords: national heritage, Yugoslavia, Roman architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR087K-01 Croatia, Dalmatia, Split: twilight view of harbour and fishing boats with full moon from Campsite Stobrec, south of the city. Keywords: picturesque, Yugoslavia, evening, moonlight
PMR086K-29 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: street scene, with a row of typical house facades and carved stone bay window. The Croatian flag flies from an adjacent building. Keywords: national heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR086K-28 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: Fosa basin and the Renaissance Land Gate, with the winged Venetian lion of St Mark, built by Michele Sanmicheli in 1543. It was formerly the main gate of the city. Keywords: national heritage, architecture, pleasure craft, fishing boats, harbour, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR086K-27 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: Fosa basin and the Renaissance Land Gate, with the winged Venetian lion of St Mark, built by Michele Sanmicheli in 1543. It was formerly the main gate of the city. Keywords: national heritage, architecture, pleasure craft, fishing boats, harbour, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR086K-26 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: the footbridge across Jazine harbour. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, fishing boats, pleasure craft
PMR086K-25 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: fishing boats and pleasure craft moored under the fortified city wall. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, harbour, jetty
PMR086K-24 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: view of the peninsula and Siroka ulica from the belltower of St. Anastasia Cathedral. Keywords: national heritage, rooftops, panorama, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR086K-23 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: view of the yacht harbour from the belltower of St. Anastasia Cathedral. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, paorama
PMR086K-16 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Church of St. Michael, built at the beginning of the 11th century in Ottonian (Romanesque) style. UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985. Closed for restoration until 2010. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen
PMR086K-15 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: fountain in the market square surmounted by the figure of a mediaeval watchman. Keywords: historic town, Niedersachsen, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, architecture
PMR086K-14 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: modern fountain and Burgher house in Weser Renaissance style. Keywords: historic town, Renaissance architecture, legends, rat catcher, pied piper of Hamelin, Hameln, Niedersachsen, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR086K-13 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: Bäckerstrasse in the pedestrian zone with the spire of the church of St. Nicolai at the end. Keywords: historic town, Renaissance architecture, legends, rat catcher, pied piper of Hamelin, Hameln, Niedersachsen, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR086K-12 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: bronze statue of the Pied Piper of Hamelin with rats running up the pedestal. Keywords: historic town, Renaissance architecture, legends, rat catcher, pied piper of Hamelin, Hameln, Niedersachsen, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR086K-11 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: top-hatted barrel organ player with monkey, in front of the "Leisthaus". Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture
PMR086K-10 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: a row of handsome Burgher houses in the Osterstrasse pedestrian zone. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture
PMR086K-09 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: an example of "Weser Renaissance" architecture, with carved and brightly painted decorations on the timber frames, the "Stiftsherrenhaus" built in 1558 which now houses the town museum. In front is a large pavement café. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture, timber framed buildings, half timbered houses
PMR086K-08 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: an example of "Weser Renaissance" architecture, with carved and brightly painted decorations on the timber frames - detail of copious corner decorations on the"Stiftsherrenhaus" built in 1558. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture, timber framed buildings, half timbered houses
PMR086K-07 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: an example of "Weser Renaissance" architecture, the "Leisthaus", built 1585-98 for corn merchant Gerd Leist, with barrel organ playing in the foreground. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture
PMR086K-06 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: an example of "Weser Renaissance" architecture, with carved and brightly painted decorations on the timber frames (late 16th to early 17th century). Keywords: historic town, half timbered houses, timber framed buildings, Renaissance architecture, legends, rat catcher, pied piper of Hamelin, Hameln, Niedersachsen, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR086K-05 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: an example of "Weser Renaissance" architecture, with carved and brightly painted decorations on the timber frames (late 16th to early 17th century). Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture, timber framed buildings, half timbered houses
PMR086K-04 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: the "Bach House", devoted to exhibits and memorabilia of Johann Sebastian Bach, who was born in the city. Keywords: historic town, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR086K-03 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: a meticulously restored "Jugendstil" (Art Nouveau) building containing shops and offices. Keywords: historic town, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR086K-02 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: Theatre Square with the Landestheater, opened in 1879, with flower beds and a modern fountain in the foreground. Keywords: historic town, picturesque, national heritage, architecture
PMR086K-01 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: the Baroque Stadtschloss (Palace) was built in the mid 18th century for Duke Ernst August, but now houses a museum. Keywords: historic town, picturesque, national heritage, architecture
PMR085K-36 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: The Wartburg Fortress, an indissoluble part of German history, dating back to the 12th century. Here the Minnesänger (troubadours) took part in the famous jousts, recalled in Wagner's opera Tannhäuser. Here Martin Luther studied before translating the New Testament. It was the seat of the dukes of Saxe-Eisenach until 1741 when it was ceded to the house of Saxe-Weimar. The castle is perched on a rocky spur overlooking the town of Eisenach. Here: the "Gadem", built in 1874-7, was formerly the royal stables but now houses a restaurant. View from the south tower. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historic castle, architecture, national heritage
PMR085K-35 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: The Wartburg Fortress, an indissoluble part of German history, dating back to the 12th century. Here the Minnesänger (troubadours) took part in the famous jousts, recalled in Wagner's opera Tannhäuser. Here Martin Luther studied before translating the New Testament. It was the seat of the dukes of Saxe-Eisenach until 1741 when it was ceded to the house of Saxe-Weimar. The castle is perched on a rocky spur overlooking the town of Eisenach. Here: end view of the 12th century "Palas" building, the oldest part of the Wartburg, with surrounding countryside. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, historic castle, mediaeval
PMR085K-34 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: The Wartburg Fortress, an indissoluble part of German history, dating back to the 12th century. Here the Minnesänger (troubadours) took part in the famous jousts, recalled in Wagner's opera Tannhäuser. Here Martin Luther studied before translating the New Testament. It was the seat of the dukes of Saxe-Eisenach until 1741 when it was ceded to the house of Saxe-Weimar. The castle is perched on a rocky spur overlooking the town of Eisenach. Here: view from the windows of the 12th century "Palas" (living quarters) wing of the castle. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, historic castle, mediaeval
PMR085K-33 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: The Wartburg Fortress, an indissoluble part of German history, dating back to the 12th century. Here the Minnesänger (troubadours) took part in the famous jousts, recalled in Wagner's opera Tannhäuser. Here Martin Luther studied before translating the New Testament. It was the seat of the dukes of Saxe-Eisenach until 1741 when it was ceded to the house of Saxe-Weimar. The castle is perched on a rocky spur overlooking the town of Eisenach. Here: a historic well with highly ornate cast iron yoke, in the outer courtyard. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, historic castle, mediaeval
PMR085K-32 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: The Wartburg Fortress, an indissoluble part of German history, dating back to the 12th century. Here the Minnesänger (troubadours) took part in the famous jousts, recalled in Wagner's opera Tannhäuser. Here Martin Luther studied before translating the New Testament. It was the seat of the dukes of Saxe-Eisenach until 1741 when it was ceded to the house of Saxe-Weimar. The castle is perched on a rocky spur overlooking the town of Eisenach. Here: a historic well with highly ornate cast iron yoke, in the outer courtyard. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historic castle, architecture, national heritage
PMR085K-31 Germany, Thuringia, Schmalkalden: Renaissance Schloss Wilhelmsburg was built in 1585-90 for Duke Wilhelm IV. View of the town through the gateway of the castle. Keywords: historic town, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, castles
PMR085K-30 Germany, Thuringia, Schmalkalden: Renaissance Schloss Wilhelmsburg was built in 1585-90 for Duke Wilhelm IV. Keywords: historic town, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, castles
PMR085K-05 Switzerland, Canton Schaffhausen, Stein am Rhein: frescoes on the Rathaus (town hall) (built 1542) depicting scenes from the town's history. Keywords: Lake Constance, Bodensee, historic, picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, burgher houses
PMR085K-04 Germany, Baden-Württemburg, Meersburg: flower gardens in the pedestrian zone overlooked by the historic castle, one of the oldest in Germany. Keywords: Lake Constance, Bodensee, mediaeval town, picturesque
PMR085K-03 Germany, Baden-Württemburg, Meersburg: the quayside and promenade from the landing jetty. Keywords: Lake Constance, Bodensee, mediaeval town, picturesque, pavement cafés
PMR085K-02 Germany, Baden-Württemburg, Meersburg: pavement cafés in the old quarter, with Lake Constance in the distance. Keywords: Lake Constance, Bodensee, mediaeval town, picturesque
PMR083K-03 Germany, Franconia, Nuremberg: the square "Beim Tiergärtner Tor" with part of the fortified town wall and castle in the background. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR083K-02 Germany, Franconia, Nuremberg: timber-framed houses, including the town's oldest (centre) in the square "Beim Tiergärtner Tor", with the castle in the background. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR083K-01 Germany, Franconia, Nuremberg: "St. George and the Dragon" figure on the corner of a building inthe square "Beim Tiergärtner Tor". Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR082K-18 Cyprus, Omodhos: In the winter sunshine, the lacemakers bring their work outside. Many of the older generation still engage in this traditional craft. Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village, village, lace, artesans, handwork
PMR082K-17 Cyprus, Omodhos: Plant-filled inner courtyard of a typical house, with balconies. Keywords: photogenic, village, traditional village, heritage, visitor attraction, picturesque
PMR082K-16 Cyprus, Omodhos: Broken terracotta wine flagons near a taverna. Keywords: landscape, photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village, village
PMR082K-15 Cyprus, Omodhos: a typical plant-lined street, with taverna. Keywords: village, photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village
PMR082K-14 Cyprus, Omodhos: A feline observer of the flow of tourists. Keywords: tabby, cat, village, traditional village, heritage, visitor attraction, picturesque, photogenic
PMR082K-13 Cyprus, Omodhos: In the winter sunshine, the lacemakers bring their work outside. Many of the older generation still engage in this traditional craft. Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village, village, lace, artesans, handwork
PMR082K-12 Cyprus, Omodhos: A typical narrow street, with overhanging orange tree. Keywords: landscape, photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village, village
PMR082K-11 Cyprus, Omodhos: Entrance to the 19th century monastery of Timióu Stavroú, with part of the arched cloisters. Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village, village
PMR082K-10 Cyprus, Omodhos: Visitors enjoying a meal in the cobbled square, surrounded by newly renovated historic buildings. Keywords: landscape, village, traditional village, heritage, visitor attraction, picturesque, photogenic
PMR082K-09 Cyprus, Omodhos: Approaching the town in the foothills of the Troödos Mountains. Keywords: landscape, photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village, village
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-23 Tunisia: Dougga, Ruins of the city "Thugga", founded in the 4th century BC by Numidians, becoming Roman in the 2nd century AD, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the best preserved Roman city in Africa. The lower storey of a substantial Roman house. Keywords: picturesque, archeological site, architecture, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR081K-22 Tunisia: Dougga, Ruins of the city "Thugga", founded in the 4th century BC by Numidians, becoming Roman in the 2nd century AD, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the best preserved Roman city in Africa. The Mausoleum of Ateban (2nd century BC), the only pre-Roman (Numidian-Punic) building in Tunisia. Keywords: picturesque, Maghreb, historic, heritage, architecture, Numidian, archeological site, Numidian architecture, Punic architecture, pre-Roman architecture
PMR081K-21 Tunisia: Dougga, Ruins of the city "Thugga", founded in the 4th century BC by Numidians, becoming Roman in the 2nd century AD, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the best preserved Roman city in Africa. Corinthian columns and the Tympanum of the Capitol, a temple dedicated to Jupiter, Juno and Minerva, built in 166 or 167 AD. View from the Forum (market place) against a foreboding sky. Keywords: picturesque, archeological site, Numidian, architecture, heritage, historic, Maghreb, classical architecture
PMR081K-20 Tunisia: Dougga, Ruins of the city "Thugga", founded in the 4th century BC by Numidians, becoming Roman in the 2nd century AD, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the best preserved Roman city in Africa. Corinthian columns and the Tympanum of the Capitol, showing a figure being raised by an eagle. The temple was dedicated to Jupiter, Juno and Minerva and was built in 166 or 167 AD. Keywords: picturesque, archeological site, Numidian, architecture, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR081K-19 Tunisia: Dougga, Ruins of the city "Thugga", founded in the 4th century BC by Numidians, becoming Roman in the 2nd century AD, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the best preserved Roman city in Africa. Two of the Ain-el-Hammam water cisterns, each 33 metres long by 5 metres high, supplied by a 12-kilometre-long aqueduct. Keywords: picturesque, water supply, archeological site, Numidian, architecture, heritage, historic, Maghreb
PMR081K-18 Tunisia: Dougga, Ruins of the city "Thugga", founded in the 4th century BC by Numidians, becoming Roman in the 2nd century AD, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the best preserved Roman city in Africa. The superb Capitol, a temple dedicated to Jupiter, Juno and Minerva, was built in 166 or 167 AD. Keywords: picturesque, entablature, Corinthian columns, classical architecture, archeological site, Numidian, architecture, heritage, historic, Maghreb, tympanum
PMR081K-17 Tunisia: Dougga, Ruins of the city "Thugga", founded in the 4th century BC by Numidians, becoming Roman in the 2nd century AD, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the best preserved Roman city in Africa. The mosaic floor of a Roman villa, still in situ, scarcely damaged. Keywords: picturesque, Maghreb, historic, heritage, architecture, Numidian, archeological site
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-13 Tunisia, Carthage: Part of the ruins of the Roman Thermae (Baths) of Antoninus Pius. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, Maghreb, Carthago, 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-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-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-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-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-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-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
PMR079K-24 Germany, Hessen, Lorsch: charming fountain with three bronze figures, with the Old Town Hall (Rathaus), built in 1715, in the background. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, timber frame buildings, half timbered buildings, arcitecture
PMR079K-23 Germany, Hessen, Lorsch: plan of the former Benedictine Monastery, founded in the 8th century. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Carolingian architecture
PMR079K-22 Germany, Hessen, Lorsch: Carolingian "King's Hall", sole remaining building of the great Abbey founded in 774 AD. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Carolingian architecture
PMR079K-21 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: statue of Johannes Gutenberg (1398-1468), citizen of Mainz and father of modern printing. Keywords: historic town, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR079K-20 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: the "Holzturm" on Rheinstrasse, originally part of the city walls. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Rhineland Palatinate
PMR079K-17 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate: Mainz Cathedral, a prime example of the Rhineland Romanesque style with two chancels, one in the west and one in the east, Dating from 975, it was continually added to until completion, around 1200, but further Gothic and even Baroque additions were made over the centuries. After considerable war damage it has been faithfully restored. Here: the view from Leichhof Square, showing the Gothic and Baroque influences on the lantern tower. Keywords: historic town, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Christian, church, architecture, sandstone
PMR079K-16 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate: Mainz Cathedral, a prime example of the Rhineland Romanesque style with two chancels, one in the west and one in the east, Dating from 975, it was continually added to until completion, around 1200, but further Gothic and even Baroque additions were made over the centuries. After considerable war damage it has been faithfully restored. Here: the sandstone figure of a horseman surmounting the roof. Keywords: historic town, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Christian, church, architecture, sandstone
PMR079K-15 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate: Mainz Cathedral, a prime example of the Rhineland Romanesque style with two chancels, one in the west and one in the east, Dating from 975, it was continually added to until completion, around 1200, but further Gothic and even Baroque additions were made over the centuries. After considerable war damage it has been faithfully restored. Here: the triple towers of the west end with "dwarf gallery" round the apse. Keywords: historic town, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Christian, church, architecture, sandstone
PMR079K-14 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: fruit, vegetable and flower market with old burgher houses in the background. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Rhineland Palatinate
PMR079K-13 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: the Renaissance fountain, one of the oldest and most aesthetically pleasing in Germany. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Rhineland Palatinate
PMR079K-12 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: the Renaissance fountain in the market square amid the market stalls, is one of the oldest and most aesthetically pleasing in Germany. Keywords: historic town, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR079K-11 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: fruit, vegetable and flower market with old burgher houses in the background. Keywords: historic town, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR079K-10 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: fruit, vegetable and flower market with old burgher houses in the background. Keywords: historic town, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR079K-09 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: fruit, vegetable and flower market with old burgher houses in the background. Keywords: historic town, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR079K-08 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: Madonna figure in a niche of a tower-like dwelling near the market place. Keywords: historic town, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR079K-07 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: the Old University, "Domus Universitatis", built in 1615-18 as part of the Jesuit College. Keywords: historic town, architecture, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR079K-06 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: the State Theatre, built 1829-33 by Georg Moller, was rebuilt after WWII and modernised in 1951-2. Keywords: historic town, architecture, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR079K-05 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: this bronze "Fastnacht Fountain" by Blasius Spreng, 1967, with figures of carnival mummers, adorns the centre of Schillerplatz. Keywords: historic town, bronze monuments, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR079K-04 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: this bronze "Fastnacht Fountain" by Blasius Spreng, 1967, with figures of carnival mummers, adorns the centre of Schillerplatz. Keywords: historic town, bronze monuments, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR079K-03 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: "Schönborner Hof" , a former palace in the Schillerstrasse, built in 1668-70 in Renaissance style. Keywords: historic town, architecture, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR079K-02 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: "Haus zum Römischen Kaiser", built in the Renaissance style in 1653-64 (but rebuilt after WWII), now hosts part of the Gutenberg Museum. Here: the entrance, surmounted by an armoured figure. Keywords: historic town, architecture, Rhineland Palatinate, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR079K-01 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz: "Haus zum Römischen Kaiser", built in the Renaissance style in 1653-64 (but rebuilt after WWII), now hosts part of the Gutenberg Museum. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Rhineland Palatinate, architecture
PMR027K-27 Australia, Western Australia: Late sun on the red sandstone rocks of the Ashburton River with white-barked eucalyptus trees on the bank, near to the Nanutarra Roadhouse. Keywords: colourful river scene, riverine geology, picturesque view
PMR025K-06 Australia, Tasmania: Penny Royal Village, a picturesque row of restored ironstone houses in Launceston. Keywords: architecture
PMR021K-18 France, Savoy, Annecy: Fortified town gate of Sainte Claire, with belltower. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, architecture
PMR021K-17 France, Savoy, Annecy: Old quarter of Annecy, with Baroque church facade and bridge over the Thiou canal. Keywords: picturesque
PMR021K-16 France, Savoy, Annecy: Old quarter of Annecy, from the bridge over the Thiou canal, with flowers in the foreground. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque
PMR020K-19 Austria, Tyrol, Hinterriss: Picturesque restaurant in the Riss Valley in the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: Alps, fall
PMR043K-03 Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Tubingen: Picturesque gabled houses on the River Neckar, west of Eberhardsbrücke (bridge).
PMR033K-02 England, Sussex, Battle: Bluebell wood in spring. Keywords: picturesque scene, rural idyll, nature, country landscape, botany, flora, blue flowers, flowering bulbs
PMR033K-01 England, Sussex, Battle: Lake and mill in the grounds of Powder Mills, Battle, with reflections. Keywords: picturesque scene, rural idyll, nature, country landscape
PMR071K-32 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Visitors enjoying the autumn sunshine at outdoor restaurant tables in Mittenwald, with traditional frescoed houses in the background. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, picturesque, German heritage, geraniums, snow-roofs
PMR071K-31 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Locals enjoying the autumn sunshine on the green in Mittenwald, with traditional frescoed chalets in the background. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, German heritage, peaceful, relaxing
PMR071K-30 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: The tower of the parish church at Mittenwald is covered with frescoes. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Baroque architecture, religious architecture
PMR071K-29 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Reading the Sunday paper on the green in the autumn sunshine in front of a row of traditional houses with frescoes and geraniums in a corner of Mittenwald. Keywords: alpine, peaceful, relaxing, picturesque
PMR070K-14 Turkey, Lycia, Kas: Receding view of harbour and town of Kas on leaving the port. Keywords: picturesque, Mediterranean, resort, Lycia
PMR070K-13 Turkey, Lycia, Kas: View of the harbour and town of Kas from the motor yacht. Keywords: picturesque, Mediterranean, resort, Lycia
PMR070K-12 Turkey, Lycia, Kas: Display by a carpet emporium on the waterfront at Kas. Keywords: picturesque, Mediterranean, resort, Lycia, Lycia
PMR070K-10 Turkey, Lycia, Kas: View of the harbour at Kas and some of the new developments, from near the Graeco-Roman amphitheatre. Keywords: picturesque, Lycia, Mediterranean, resort
PMR070K-02 Turkey, Lycia, Kalkan: Picturesque harbour of the former Greek town of Kalkan with new developments straggling up the hillside. It is said that the British settlers already outnumber the Turkish population. Keywords: port, property development, desirable properties, British expatriates, yachts, Lycia
PMR069K-31 Turkey, Lycia, Kalkan: Picturesque harbour of the former Greek town of Kalkan with new developments straggling up the hillside. It is said that the British settlers already outnumber the Turkish population. Keywords: port, property development, desirable properties, British expatriates, yachts, Lycia
PMR069K-30 Turkey, Lycia, Kalkan: Picturesque harbour of the former Greek town of Kalkan with new developments straggling up the hillside. It is said that the British settlers already outnumber the Turkish population. Keywords: port, property development, desirable properties, British expatriates, yachts, Lycia
PMR068K-15 Germany, Sachsen-Anhalt, Naumburg: founded before 1000 AD, Naumburg has retained its historic centre: late Gothic to Renaissance facades on the Market Place. Keywords: German architecture, Sachsen-Anhalt, gables, old buildings, picturesque, historic town
PMR068K-14 Germany, Sachsen-Anhalt, Naumburg: founded before 1000 AD, Naumburg has retained its historic centre: Romanesque cloisters and towers of the 13th century St. Peter and Paul Cathedral. Keywords: German architecture, Sachsen-Anhalt, gables, old buildings, picturesque, historic town
PMR068K-13 Germany, Sachsen-Anhalt, Naumburg: founded before 1000 AD, Naumburg has retained its historic centre: the twin Gothic towers of the 13th century St.Peter and Paul Cathedral. Keywords: German architecture, historic town, picturesque, old buildings, gables, Sachsen-Anhalt
PMR068K-12 Germany, Sachsen-Anhalt, Naumburg: founded before 1000 AD, Naumburg has retained its historic character: the "Landskrone" bastion on the south-east corner of the town's fortified defence wall. Keywords: German architecture, historic town, picturesque, old buildings, gables, Sachsen-Anhalt
PMR068K-11 Germany, Sachsen-Anhalt, Naumburg: founded before 1000 AD, Naumburg has retained its historic centre: the colourful Renaissance doorway of the Rathaus (Town Hall) with coat of arms dating from 1612. Keywords: German architecture, historic town, picturesque, old buildings, gables, Sachsen-Anhalt
PMR068K-10 Germany, Sachsen-Anhalt, Naumburg: founded before 1000 AD, Naumburg has retained its historic centre: the Market Place, with the tower of the Gothic church of St. Wenzel rising above the four-gabled "Schlösschen". Keywords: German architecture, Sachsen-Anhalt, gables, old buildings, picturesque, historic town
PMR067K-23 Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Here: a picturesque pavement cafe in the heart of the old town. Keywords: UNESCO World Heritage Site, Germen heritage, German Architecture, Timberframe buildings
PMR067K-16 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Verdant meadows and trees surrounding picturesque Lake Ferchensee near Mittenwald. Keywords: alpine, spring, mountain range, pasture
PMR067K-15 Germany, Upper Bavaria: Landing stage in picturesque Lake Ferchensee near Mittenwald. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, spring
PMR429-07 Madeira, Sao Vicente: view from the top of the street, with terraced houses and church at the bottom and hillside as backcloth. Keywords: island, picturesque, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical, picturesque
PMR429-06 Madeira, Sao Vicente: view from higher up the street, with terraced houses and church at the bottom. Keywords: island, picturesque, semi-tropical, resort, lush, luxuriant, flowers
PMR429-05 Madeira, Sao Vicente: main street of terraced houses running up the hillside. Keywords: island, picturesque, semi-tropical, resort, lush, luxuriant, flowers
PMR429-04 Madeira, Sao Vicente: main street with church and pub, "Ferro Velho". Keywords: island, picturesque, picturesque, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical
PMR429-02 Madeira, Serra d'Agua: hillside covered with flowering broom and pine trees. Keywords: island, landscape, picturesque, flora and fauna, semi-tropical, resort, lush, luxuriant, flowers
PMR427-09 Madeira, Camara de Lobos: colourful fishing boats on the beach of this pretty fishing village, with jetty and lighthouse in the background. Keywords: island, picturesque, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical
PMR427-08 Madeira, Camara de Lobos: fishing boats are still built on the beach of this pretty fishing village. This scene was apparently painted by Winston Churchill, during several of his stays on the island. Keywords: island, boatbuilding, semi-tropical, resort, lush, luxuriant, flowers, picturesque
PMR425-08 Madeira, Funchal: Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro ("Blandy's Garden") - the quinta, built in traditional style, belonging to the Blandy family. Keywords: island, semi-tropical, resort, lush, luxuriant, flowers, archtecture, picturesque
PMR425-07 Madeira, Funchal: Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro ("Blandy's Garden") - a striking palm tree overlooking a colourful herbacious border. Keywords: island, picturesque, horticulture, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical
PMR425-06 Madeira, Funchal: Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro ("Blandy's Garden") - enchanting vista of flowers and shrubs. Keywords: island, picturesque, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical
PMR422-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: River Ammer, flowing from the Ammergauer Alps through autumn scenery. Keywords: alpine, fall, nature, colourful, picturesque, autumn
PMR422-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: the rocky path leading to the summit of the Brünnstein. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR422-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria: on the narrow summit of the Brünnstein (1634 metres) with the tiny summit chapel. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR422-03 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: pretty girl hiker pausing for refreshment near the summit of the Seefelder Spitze. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR422-02 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: hikers contemplating the ridge path leading to the Seefelder Joch (cablecar station visible top left). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR422-01 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: hiker on the path leading from the Seefelder Spitze to Härmelekopf (2223 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR421-12 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: ridge path leading from the Seefelder Spitze to the cablecar station on Seefelder Joch (visible top left). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR421-10 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: hiker on the path up to Seefelder Spitze. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR421-08 Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: Eppzirl Valley and Mountains from Seefelder Spitze (2222 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR421-07 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hann. Münden: wooden footbridge crossing the River Fulda, which joins the River Werra after a few hundred metres to become the River Weser. Church tower of St. Blaise in the background. Keywords: picturesque, Hannoversch Münden, heritage, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR421-06 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hann. Münden: one of the remaining towers from the town's fortified defence system. Keywords: picturesque, Hannoversch Münden, heritage, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR421-05 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hann. Münden: facade of a typical half-timbered house in the pedestrian zone. Keywords: picturesque, Hannoversch Münden, heritage, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR421-04 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hann. Münden: fountain in the pedestrian zone with striking half-timbered houses. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, half-timbered houses, timber frame houses, historic, heritage, Hannoversch Münden
PMR421-03 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hann. Münden: peaceful campsite on the edge of the town. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Hannoversch Münden, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR421-02 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hann. Münden: weir on the River Fulda with some of the half-timbered houses reflected in the water. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Hannoversch Münden, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR421-01 Germany, Lower Saxony, Buxtehude near Hamburg: newly rebuilt cottage in local style. Keywords: picturesque, garden, architecture, half-timbered houses, timber frame houses, heritage
PMR420-12 Germany, Hamburg: sunset on the River Elbe. Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, city, metropolis, moorings
PMR420-11 Germany, Hamburg: view of the River Elbe and jetty, with museum-ship Rickmer Rickmers in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, sailing ship, port, harbour, city, metropolis, moorings
PMR420-05 Germany, Hamburg: floating work platform for reinforcement work on the quayside, with ferry terminal clocktower in the background. Keywords: picturesque, floating crane, civil engineering, construction, port, harbour, city, metropolis, moorings
PMR420-03 Germany, Lower Saxony, Estebrügge near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. Thatched, half-timbered farmhouse, surrounded by lawns and pear trees. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR420-02 Germany, Lower Saxony, Estebrügge near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. Thatched brick house with arched windows and columned portico. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR420-01 Germany, Lower Saxony, Estebrügge near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. Typical thatched, half-timbered farmhouse, with TV dish-aerial. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR419-12 Germany, Lower Saxony, Buxtehude near Hamburg: newly rebuilt cottage in local style with part of the apple harvest. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, half-timbered houses, timber frame houses, historic, heritage
PMR419-11 Germany, Lower Saxony, Steinkirchen near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. Thatched farmhouse with ornamental yellow-brick frieze. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, half-timbered houses, timber frame houses, historic, heritage
PMR419-10 Germany, Lower Saxony, Stade: a decorated gable end. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR419-09 Germany, Lower Saxony, Stade: the "Schwedenspeicher", an old brick granary from Swedish times (1705), now houses a museum. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR419-08 Germany, Lower Saxony, Steinkirchen near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. Modern brick church with adjacent timber belltower with pointed roof. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, half-timbered houses, timber frame houses, historic, heritage
PMR419-07 Germany, Lower Saxony, Mittelkirchen near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. Boats moored on the canal, adjacent to their owner's houses, between Mittelkirchen and Steinkirchen. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, half-timbered houses, timber frame houses, historic, heritage
PMR419-06 Germany, Lower Saxony, Mittelkirchen near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. Thatched farmhouse with inscriptions on the timber beams of the facade, built in 1717. The upper stories are used only for storage of agricultural produce. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, half-timbered houses, timber frame houses, historic, heritage
PMR419-05 Germany, Lower Saxony, Mittelkirchen near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. Typical house with tiled roof and ornamental brickwork, dated 1797. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, half-timbered houses, timber frame houses, historic, heritage
PMR419-04 Germany, Lower Saxony, Mittelkirchen near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. Typical brick church with wooden belltower. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, half-timbered houses, timber frame houses, historic, heritage
PMR419-03 Germany, Lower Saxony, Jork near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. Thatched, half-timbered house in the local style, offering holiday accommodation. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR419-02 Germany, Lower Saxony, Königreich near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. Facade of the fruitgrower's thatched farmhouse offering apples and plums for sale. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, half-timbered houses, timber frame houses, historic, heritage
PMR419-01 Germany, Lower Saxony, Königreich near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. Fruitgrower's thatched farmhouse offering apples and plums for sale. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, half-timbered houses, timber frame houses, historic, heritage
PMR418-12 Germany, Lower Saxony, Estebrügge near Hamburg: "Altes Land" is an area bordering the River Elbe on the south west, and is one of the largest fruit-growing areas in Germany. It is also famous for its timber frame houses with ornamental brickwork. The "Estehof" public house in the local style. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
pmr409-12 Germany, Hamburg: the jetty at St. Pauli with the old Elbe Tunnel entrance in the background. Keywords: picturesque, moorings, metropolis, city, harbour, port
PMR418-08 Germany, Lower Saxony, Stade near Hamburg: Baroque, and traditional facades on the quayside, with geraniums in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR418-07 Germany, Lower Saxony, Stade near Hamburg: old gabled houses on the quay, the tallest being the "Kunsthaus" or Art Gallery. Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, timber frame houses, half-timbered houses, architecture
PMR414-05 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Ellingen: the Town Hall (Rathaus). Keywords: picturesque, historic, architecture, national heritage
PMR414-04 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Ellingen: the church with its belltower, an integral part of the Residenz, or palace, which was the home of Field Marshal Carl Philipp, Prince of Wrede from 1815. Keywords: picturesque, Knights, Teutonic, historic, architecture, national heritage
PMR414-03 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Ellingen: main facade of the Residenz, seat of the Knights of the Teutonic Order for the Province of Southern Germany (Bailiwick of Franconia) for almost 500 years, until 1789. The present building dates mainly from the 18th century. Keywords: picturesque, historic, architecture, national heritage
PMR414-02 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Weissenburg: narrow cobbled streets with half-timbered houses. Keywords: mediaeval, wattle and daub, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR414-01 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Weissenburg: town gate and half-timbered houses. Keywords: mediaeval, wattle and daub, towers, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR413-12 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Weissenburg: statue of Ludwig the Bavarian on the fountain in the market square. Keywords: mediaeval, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR413-11 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Weissenburg: half-timbered "Old Latin School" in Martin Luther Square. Keywords: mediaeval, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR413-10 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Weissenburg: Gothic church portal with carved tympanum representing the death of the Virgin Mary. Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture
PMR413-09 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Weissenburg: the old town wall from outside, with dry moat/ditch. Keywords: mediaeval, towers, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR410-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberstdorf: apres-ski activity at one of the mountain huts, with the ski lifts in the background. Keywords: alpine, liesure, relaxing, snoozing, sunbathing, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, outdoor life, snow, winter
PMR410-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberstdorf: view of the snow-covered Alps from one of the ski pistes. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, outdoor life, snow, winter
PMR410-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberstdorf: Nebelhorn cablecar with chairlift and skiing pistes, the Alps in the background. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, outdoor life, snow, winter
PMR410-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberstdorf: observation platform and Lechtaler Alps from the snow-covered summit of the Nebelhorn (2224 metres). Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, outdoor life, snow, winter
PMR410-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberstdorf: Iller Valley from the snow-covered summit of the Nebelhorn (2224 metres). Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, outdoor life, snow, winter
PMR410-04 Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: members of a skiing group with instructor on the left. Keywords: alpine, winter, snow, skiing, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR410-03 Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: ski instructor and hunter - raising the echos with a hunting call from his horn, with ski course members behind. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, outdoor life, skiing, snow, winter
PMR410-02 Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: ski instructor and hunter - raising the echos with a hunting call from his horn. Keywords: alpine, winter, snow, skiing, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR410-01 Austria, Tyrol: the 2000-metre-high snow-covered "Wilder Kaiser Massif not far from Kitzbühel. Keywords: alpine, winter scene, chalet, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque
PMR407-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Augsburg: a shady walk overlooking the Oblatter Wall, with autumn foliage on all sides and an inviting seat. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, autumn, fall, reflections, water, russet and gold
PMR407-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Augsburg: sunlit horse chestnut leaves against the blue-green water of the city moat. Keywords: picturesque, russet and gold, water, reflections, fall, autumn, landscape
PMR407-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Augsburg: autumn view of the city moat by the Oblatter Wall, with sluice gate in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, russet and gold, water, reflections, fall, autumn, landscape
PMR407-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Augsburg: footbridge over the city moat by the Oblatter Wall, with autumn hues and reflections. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, autumn, fall, reflections, water, russet and gold
PMR404-12 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Mosel Valley: part of a backyard in Münstermaifeld, adjoining a small pottery. Keywords: picturesque, doorway, colourful, quaint, courtyard, flowery, sunny spot
PMR404-08 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: a sunny corner of Wiltberger Schloss (castle) in Alken. Keywords: historic place, Moselle Valley, picturesque, sun-enjoyment, sun-worship, flowery, courtyard, national heritage
PMR404-06 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate: Arnstein Abbey on the River Lahn, with two Romanesque and two Gothic towers. Keywords: historic place, Moselle Valley, picturesque, landscape, panorama, valley, church, architecture, national heritage
PMR401-10 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the New Orangery in Sans Souci Park, the creation of Frederick the Great, with formal staircase to the terrace, bronze statue of an archer, and equestrian statue in the foreground. Keywords: East Germany, Baroque, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR399-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: much photographed church of St. Koloman near Neuschwanstein, surrounded by fields of dandelions, with the Tegelberg (mountain) in the background. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, landscape, meadows, mountains, onion domes, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR398-09 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: much photographed church of St. Koloman near Neuschwanstein, surrounded by fields of dandelions, with snow covered Alps in the background. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, landscape, meadows, mountains, onion domes, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR398-08 Steingaden, Upper Bavaria: the Wieskirche (church in a meadow), is the goal of numerous pilgrims from far and wide. In spring it stands in a sea of flowers. The famous ceiling frescoes by Domenikus Zimmermann have put it on the list of European Heritage Buildings. Keywords: pilgrimage, miracle, tourist attraction, picturesque, photogenic, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR398-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: Marie-Mattfeld "Hänsel- und Gretel-Kinderheim" (Orphanage) with profuse frescoes on the facade. Keywords: alpine, artistic, art, colourful, picturesque
PMR398-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: the famous theatre where the passion play is performed every ten years (next year 2020). Keywords: picturesque, Spielhaus, Christian
PMR397-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: an ornately frescoed oriel. Keywords: colourful, art, architecture, picturesque
PMR397-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: frescoed birth house of Ludwig Thoma, famous Bavarian author and playwright. Keywords: colourful, writers, literature, architecture, picturesque
PMR395-06 Belgium, Tournai: a row of burgher-houses with step gables, overlooked by the belfry towers of Notre Dame Cathedral, the largest Romanesque cathedral in Belgium. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, heritage, historic, cityscape
PMR395-05 Belgium, Tournai: statue of Christine de la Laing, Princess of Epinoy, heroine of the siege of 1581. Keywords: architecture, monuments, picturesque, heritage, historic, cityscape
PMR395-04 Belgium, Tournai: roof and towers of Notre Dame Cathedral, the largest Romanesque cathedral in Belgium, dominate the town. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, heritage, historic, cityscape
PMR395-03 Belgium, Tournai: drummers and standard bearers in red uniforms leading a college procession. Keywords: architecture, cityscape, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR395-02 Belgium, Tournai: drum majorettes in red costumes leading a college procession. Keywords: architecture, cityscape, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR395-01 Belgium, Tournai: college procession led by a giant model of the founder. Keywords: architecture, cityscape, historic, heritage, picturesque
PMR394-05 New Zealand, South Island, Punakaiki: view along the coastal cliffs, with curiously eroded rocky promontory. Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori, geology, geological
PMR394-04 New Zealand, South Island: Pancake Rocks (stratified limestone) and blowholes at Punakaiki on the west coast. An inland "cauldron" created by the sea coming through the tunnel with great force. Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori, geology, geological
PMR394-03 New Zealand, South Island: Pancake Rocks (stratified limestone) and blowholes at Punakaiki on the west coast. Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori, geology, geological
PMR394-02 New Zealand, South Island: Pelorus Sound, part of the Marlborough Sounds Maritime Park. Keywords: antipodes, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR394-01 New Zealand, South Island: a sheltered bay for yachts to moor, off Queen Charlotte Sound. Flowering gorse in the foreground. Keywords: antipodes, Maori, landscape, picturesque, harbour, port
PMR393-12 New Zealand, South Island: the Interislander ferry "Aratika" at the jetty in Picton harbour. Keywords: antipodes, ferryboat, ship, Maori, landscape, picturesque, harbour, port
PMR393-11 New Zealand, South Island: the Interislander ferry "Arahura", flagship of the line, in Queen Charlotte Sound, after crossing the Cook Strait. Keywords: antipodes, ferryboat, ship, Maori, landscape, picturesque, harbour, port
PMR393-10 New Zealand, North Island, Wellington: the Urban Motorway, looking south, with part of the Early Settlers Memorial Park. Keywords: antipodes, Maori, cityscape, picturesque, port, architecture
PMR393-08 New Zealand, North Island, New Plymouth: park and coast, with two of the "submerged volcano" islands on the horizon. Keywords: antipodes, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR393-07 New Zealand, North Island, New Plymouth: historic Richmond Cottage from 1853, 12 years after the first Europeans arrived. Keywords: antipodes, Maori, landscape, picturesque, architecture
PMR393-06 New Zealand, North Island: the strange, hilly countryside of the "King Country" near the west coast. Keywords: antipodes, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR393-05 New Zealand, North Island, Whakapapa: Mount Ngauruhoe (2290 metres) from below the snow line, with palm trees. Keywords: antipodes, snow, mountains, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR393-04 New Zealand, North Island, Whakapapa: view of Mount Ngauruhoe from Whakapapa after a recent snowfall. Keywords: antipodes, snow, mountains, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR393-03 New Zealand, North Island, Whakapapa: Top o' the Bruce, with skiers contemplating the Centennial chairlift at this popular ski resort. Keywords: antipodes, snow-sports, snow, skiers, mountains, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR393-02 New Zealand, North Island, Whakapapa: ski-lifts on Mount Ruapehu at this popular ski resort. Keywords: antipodes, snow-sports, snow, skiers, mountains, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR393-01 New Zealand, North Island: snow-covered Mount Ruapehu (2797 metres). Keywords: antipodes, mountains, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR392-12 New Zealand, North Island: Lake Rotoaira, with the twin snow-capped peaks of Mounts Tongariro (1968m.) and Ngauruhoe (2290m.). Keywords: antipodes, mountains, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR392-11 New Zealand, North Island,Taupo: the Waikato River races over the Huka Falls on its way to Lake Taupo. Keywords: antipodes, white water, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR392-10 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Wairakei Geothermal Power Station of the Electricity Corporation of New Zealand. Together with Ohaaki, it produces about 8% of the national output of electricity. Pipelines taking steam to the power station. In the 48" line, steam travels at up to 130 m.p.h. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR392-09 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Wairakei Geothermal Power Station of the Electricity Corporation of New Zealand. Together with Ohaaki, it produces about 8% of the national output of electricity. Expansion loops in the pipelines. A 2-mile length of pipeline must allow 20 feet for expansion. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR392-08 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Wairakei Geothermal Power Station of the Electricity Corporation of New Zealand. Together with Ohaaki, it produces about 8% of the national output of electricity. Panoramic view of the steam field and start of the pipelines. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR392-07 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Wairakei Thermal Valley: area of former thermal activity, now dormant due to neighbouring commercial exploitation of the geothermal sources. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR392-06 New Zealand, North Island: Lake Rotomahana, adjoining the thermal area, where boat trips leave for the bird sanctuary. Keywords: antipodes, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR392-05 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: "Frying Pan Lake", formed on 01.04.1917, is the world's largest hot spring, with a depth of 6 metres and an area of 38,000 sq. metres. The average temperature is 55 degrees C. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR392-04 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: "Emerald Pool", in the crater of a dormant (?) volcano, contains large clumps of spaghnum moss which grow in the cold water. Before the eruption of 10.06.1886 this whole area was normal countryside - rolling scrub-covered hills. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR392-03 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: "Suplhur Cave Crater", whose walls are coated with delicate sulphur crystals. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR392-02 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: "Devil's Bath", a deep pool of hot water with a very high sulphur content. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR392-01 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: "Champagne Pool": with red algae and build-up of white sinter round the edges of the pool. Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori, geyser, fumerole, volcanic, volcano, eruption, hot springs
PMR391-12 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: "Champagne Pool", the largest in the area, being 60 metres in diameter and 60 metres deep. Water temperature is 74 degrees C. and the bubbles are carbon dioxide. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR391-11 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: panoramic view of part of the thermal area, with the "Frying Pan Flat" in the foreground. On the leeft in the distance is Lake Whangi-o-terangi ("Colour of the sky"). Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR391-10 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: Danger! In this area the surface crust is very thin and may collapse into a new fumerole at any moment. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR391-09 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: Alum Cliffs reflected in the water, and bright yellow springs surface at the edge of the lake. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR391-08 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: "Opal Pool", a sulphurous spring. Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori, geyser, fumerole, volcanic, volcano, eruption, hot springs
PMR391-07 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: "Artist's Palette". Colours of every tint and hue are constantly changing in hot and cold pools and hissing fumeroles. View during a brief break in the clouds of steam. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR391-06 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: "Artist's Palette". Colours of every tint and hue are constantly changing in hot and cold pools and hissing fumeroles. Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR391-05 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: Lady Knox Geyser erupts daily at 10.15 (provided the staff arrive punctually to drop soap into the vent!). A cone of white sinter has built up around the vent. Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori, geyser, fumerole, volcanic, volcano, eruption, hot springs
PMR391-04 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: Lady Knox Geyser erupts daily at 10.15 (provided the staff arrive punctually to drop soap into the vent!). Keywords: antipodes, hot springs, eruption, volcano, volcanic, fumerole, geyser, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR391-03 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua: the spectacular tourist information centre in the town. Keywords: antipodes, Maori, landscape, picturesque, architecture
PMR391-02 New Zealand, North Island: late afternoon view of Lake Rotoiti near Rotorua, with its gorse-covered hills. Gorse was introduced from Europe. Keywords: antipodes, Maori, landscape, cityscape, picturesque, harbour, port, architecture
PMR391-01 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua: newly painted, wrought-iron bandstand in Government Gardens, with Tudor Towers in the background. Keywords: antipodes, architecture, picturesque, landscape, Maori
PMR390-12 New Zealand, Rotorua: view of Government Gardens and Tudor Towers from the ornamental pool, with a prominent group of Japanese Cedars (Cryptomeria japonica). Keywords: antipodes, architecture, picturesque, landscape, Maori, flora and fauna, arboriculture, trees
PMR390-11 New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua: a game of bowls in Government Gardens, with palm trees and swimming baths behind. Keywords: antipodes, architecture, picturesque, landscape, Maori
PMR390-10 New Zealand: North Island, Rotorua: Government Gardens, dominated by the ostentatious Tudor Towers, built in 1907 as a bath-house, and now converted to a museum and restaurant. Flower beds, with croquet game in progress. Keywords: antipodes, architecture, picturesque, landscape, Maori
PMR390-09 New Zealand, North Island, Waipoua Kauri Forest: "Tane Mahuta" ("Lord of the Forest"), the largest surviving Kauri tree, 56 metres high with a 14-metre-thick trunk, estimated to be 1,200 years old. Its volume of wood is about 245 cubic metres. The crown of Tane Mahutra is a veritable ecosystem on its own, full of epiphytes and home to numerous creatures. Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, Maori, flora and fauna, biology, ecology, arboriculture
PMR390-08 New Zealand, North Island, Waipoua Kauri Forest: "Tane Mahuta" ("Lord of the Forest"), the largest surviving Kauri tree, 56 metres high with a 14-metre-thick trunk, estimated to be 1,200 years old. Its volume of wood is about 245 cubic metres. The crown of Tane Mahutra is a veritable ecosystem on its own, full of epiphytes and home to numerous creatures. Keywords: antipodes, arboriculture, ecology, biology, flora and fauna, Maori, picturesque
PMR390-07 New Zealand, North Island, Waitangi, Bay of Islands: Haruru Falls on the Waitangi River. Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori
PMR390-06 New Zealand, North Island, Waitangi, Bay of Islands: mouth of the Waitangi River and Bay of Islands from Mount Bledisloe. Tree-ferns in the foreground. Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori
PMR390-05 New Zealand, North Island, Waitangi, Bay of Islands: flagstaff in the Treaty Grounds, on the site of the original flagstaff at the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840. Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori
PMR390-04 New Zealand, North Island, Waitangi, Bay of Islands: the Treaty House, formerly the Residency, where the historic and controversial Treaty ofWaitangi between the British and the Maori Chiefs was signed on 5th February 1840. Keywords: antipodes, heritage, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR390-03 New Zealand, North Island, Waitangi, Bay of Islands: parkland belonging to the Historic Reserve, with the bay in the background. Keywords: antipodes, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR390-02 New Zealand, North Island, Kerikeri: "Old Stone Store and Museum" (1833) built as a mission storehouse, with daffodils on the lawn. Keywords: antipodes, architecture, picturesque, landscape, Maori
PMR390-01 New Zealand, North Island: typical farmer's homestead in a vale near Kaitaia. Keywords: antipodes, Maori, landscape, picturesque
PMR389-12 New Zealand: the lighthouse on Cape Reinga, the northernmost tip of North Island. According to Maori legend, souls of the dead depart from here to their homeland, "Hawaiki". Keywords: antipodes, coast, landscape, picturesque
PMR389-11 New Zealand, Auckland: Town Hall, built 1909-1911. In addition to the Council Chamber, it contains Concert and Banqueting Halls. The clocktower with red-berried tree in the foreground. Keywords: antipodes, cityscape, picturesque, harbour, port, architecture
PMR389-10 New Zealand, Auckland: Town Hall, built 1909-1911. In addition to the Council Chamber, it contains Concert and Banqueting Halls. Keywords: antipodes, cityscape, picturesque, harbour, port, architecture
PMR389-09 New Zealand, Auckland: the waterfront, with Ferry Building (1912), now containing shops, and airline terminal multi-storey block. Keywords: antipodes, cityscape, picturesque, harbour, port, architecture
PMR389-08 Australia, New South Wales, Sydney: view from the aircraft of part of Botany Bay (Frenchmans Bay) and the South Pacific, with La Perouse in the centre, bottom of the picture. Keywords: coast, aerial view, picturesque, coastline
PMR388-06 Australia, New South Wales: the Three Sisters, from the Scenic Railway, in the Blue Mountains. Keywords: natural, forest, Eucalyptus forest, picturesque, wildlife, flora and fauna, bush, nature
PMR388-05 Australia, New South Wales: the Three Sisters and Jamison Valley from Echo Point in the Blue Mountains. Keywords: natural, picturesque, wildlife, flora and fauna, bush, nature
PMR388-04 Australia, New South Wales, Byron Bay: the tip of Cape Byron, where dolphins are frequently to be seen, sporting in the surf. Keywords: natural, picturesque, coastline, coast, wildlife, flora and fauna, bush, nature
PMR388-03 Australia, New South Wales: the lighthouse on Cape Byron, "the most easterly point of the Australian mainland". Keywords: natural, nature, bush, flora and fauna, wildlife, coast, coastline, picturesque
PMR388-02 Australia, New South Wales: miles of empty beach at Byron Bay. Keywords: natural, nature, bush, flora and fauna, wildlife, coast, coastline, picturesque
PMR376-07 Australia, Hahndorf: a picturesque village where many Germans settled, as evidenced by the annual beer festival and numerous German restaurants. Keywords: architecture, modern architecture, Oz, antipodes
PMR371-12 Singapore: C.K. Tang store with green roofs, on the corner of Orchard Road and Scotts Road, showing entry to inner city restricted traffic area, and 'Welcome to the XVII South East Asia Games' banner. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR371-11 Singapore: Orchard Road, with MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) station. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR371-10 Singapore: high-rise buildings containing shopping complexes on Orchard Road. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR371-09 Singapore: corner of Orchard Road and Cairnhill Road. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR371-08 Singapore: Multi-storey living accommodation on Sago Lane, formerly the heart of bustling Chinatown. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR371-07 Singapore: lifelike figures on a Hindu Temple gateway. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR371-06 Singapore: Fullerton Road, leading to Connaught Drive, with palm trees in the foreground. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR371-05 Singapore: Cavanagh Suspension Bridge, completed in 1869, is named after General Cavanagh, governor of Singapore in 1859. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR371-04 Singapore: Victoria Theatre and Memorial Hall and the famous clocktower. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR371-03 Singapore: Fullerton Building and Anderson Bridge over the mouth of the Singapore River, with the skyscrapers clustered around Raffles Place. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR371-02 Singapore: Godowns, mostly converted into shops and boutiques, from the shade of a tree on the other side of the Singapore River. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR371-01 Singapore: reflections in the Singapore River, with Elgin Bridge and lianas in the foreground. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR370-12 Singapore: staue of Sir Stamford Raffles on North Boat Quay, where he is supposed to have first stepped ashore, with godowns and high-rise buildings behind. Keywords: historic, island, tropics, orient, picturesque, shopping-mecca, financial-centre, far east
PMR370-11 Singapore: picturesque renovated godowns reflected in the Singapore River, with Singapore Telekom Building in the background. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR370-10 Singapore: Elgin Bridge over the Singapore River, with the skyscrapers of the financial quarter behind. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR370-09 Singapore: some of the few remaining trishaws lined-up in Bras Basah Park. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR370-08 Singapore: National Museum, built in 1887, with an unusual group of characters sitting on the bench. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR370-07 Singapore: Singapore River basin during a monsoon cloudburst. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR370-06 Singapore: newly renovated godowns on the Singapore River are dwarfed by new skyscrapers. Lianas hanging in the foreground. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR370-05 Singapore: staue of Sir Stamford Raffles on North Boat Quay, where he is supposed to have first stepped ashore. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR370-04 Singapore: high-rise buildings in the financial centre seen from the new Marina hotel complex. Keywords: historic, far east, financial-centre, shopping-mecca, picturesque, orient, tropics, island
PMR370-02 Thailand, Bangkok: more ramshackle stilt-houses on the verge of the Chao Phraya River. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR370-01 Thailand, Bangkok: houseboat or boat-house (?) on the bank of the Chao Phraya River. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR369-12 Thailand, Bangkok: modern stilt-houses on the Chao Phraya River. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east
PMR369-11 Thailand, Bangkok: Wat Phai Lorm ("Stork Sanctuary") colony of Open-billed Storks on the bank of Chao Phraya River outside the capital. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR369-10 Thailand, Bangkok: Golden Mount reflected in one of the "klongs". It takes its name from the golden "chedi" on the top, and Wat Sraket, its temple, lies at the foot of the Golden Mount. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR369-09 Thailand, Bangkok: Wat Arun, Temple of the Dawn, is one of the trademarks of Bangkok. The 74-metre-high "prang" or Cambodian Tower is surrounded by four smaller ones, and was begun under Rama II and finished under Rama III. The "bot" or sanctuary houses a large Buddha figure, and the entrance is guarded by two giant "yaks". Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR369-07 Thailand, Bangkok: Wat Arun - view of the Chao Phraya River from one of the higher terraces, with modern buildings in the distance. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR369-06 Thailand, Bangkok: Wat Arun - view from one of the lower terraces, with one of the smaller "prangs" and temple roofs. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR369-05 Thailand, Bangkok: newly completed multi-storey living accommodation on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR369-04 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: Dusit Maha Prasad, built in 1783 as a Coronation Hall by Rama I, but now the traditional place for the royal lying-in-state. View of the gilded double main entrance and first of the nine stepped gables. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east
PMR369-03 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: Dusit Maha Prasad, built in 1783 as a Coronation Hall by Rama I, but now the traditional place for the royal lying-in-state. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east
PMR369-02 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: courtyard of the Amarinda Coronation Palace with potted plants and a small pavilion for meditation and prayer. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR369-01 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: one of the gateways to the Royal Palace with columns and roof encrusted with ceramic ornamentation. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR368-12 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: the Great Palace of the King, built by Rama V (King Chulalongkorn) in 1880 in a mixture of European and oriental styles. Ashes of previous rulers are preserved in urns in the central tower. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR368-11 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: two mythical bronze creatures guard the entrance to the Hall of Prayer. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR368-10 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: Hall of Prayer (Phra Viharn Yot) almost church-like, with a roof decorated with hundreds of ceramic flowers, in the style of old Siam. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
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
PMR368-08 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: ornate temple-roofs seen from a courtyard where "naga" snakes lurk on the corners of the roofs. 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
PMR368-06 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a mandarin-figure next to a small white and gold shrine and gilded gable. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR368-05 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a forest of spires, all with multicoloured ceramic inlaid decoration. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east
PMR368-04 Thailand, Bangkok: Wat Intraviharn, with a colossal standing Buddha figure, 33 metres high, the highest in Thailand. Erected in 1830 for King Rama III. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR368-03 Thailand, Bangkok: "hang-yao" motor boat, a frequent sight on the Chao Phraya River. With its high prow and steered by a propeller on a ten-foot extension of the tiller, it is very fast and highly manoeuvrable. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR368-02 Thailand, Bangkok: Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn) seen from the river, with Hang-Yao motor boat in the foreground. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR368-01 Thailand, Bangkok: Buddhist temple near Klong San in the suburbs. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-12 Thailand, Bangkok: "self-service" from the baskets of produce at the open-air greengrocer's shop. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-11 Thailand, Bangkok: typical shopping street in the suburbs. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-10 Thailand, Bangkok: almost every dwelling and office building has a small shrine to the "house god" or "phis" which must be regularly tended. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-09 Thailand, Bangkok: two "bum-boats" selling straw hats and umbrellas on one of the smaller canals. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-08 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a "kinara" figure, half cockerel, half human, and demons supporting a golden "chedi". Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-07 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
PMR367-06 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: gateway, surmounted by a "chedi" and guarded by two giant "yaks". Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-05 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: golden "kinara", half human and half animal, holding a rose. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-04 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: colourful demon, symbolically supporting a golden "chedi". Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR367-03 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: detail of ceramic decoration. 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
PMR367-01 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: three, out of a row of eight "prangs", each one individually decorated and with its own attribute. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR366-12 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: closer look at one of the giant gate-guards or "yaks". Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR366-11 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: Hor Kanthararasdr, a shrine decorated with faience in intricate patterns. 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
PMR366-09 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: golden shrine and hall for meditation and prayer. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east
PMR366-08 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: one of two gold "chedis" flanking the entrance to the Royal Pantheon, Prasad Phra Tepidorm. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR366-07 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: blue and gold glazed ornamentation on a gable. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR366-06 Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: general view on approaching the palace, showing the golden "chedi", "mondhop" and "prang", and roof of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR366-05 Thailand, Bangkok: almost every dwelling and office building has a small shrine to the "house god" or "phis" which must be regularly tended. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east
PMR366-03 Thailand, Bangkok: six lanes of traffic on Sukhumvit passing under the new overhead expressway. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east
PMR366-02 Thailand, Bangkok: five-lane traffic jam on Sukhumvit - the usual state of affairs. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east
PMR553-5 Australia, Tasmania, Launceston: Ritchies Mill on the South Eak River, with Paterson Bridge behind. Keywords: picturesque
PMR553-4 Australia, Tasmania, Launceston: Boats moored on the South Eak River at Launceston, with the modern Paterson Bridge and veteran Kings Bridge. Keywords: picturesque
PMR552-01 Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur: fountain in Kuala Lumpur City Centre Park, landscaped by Roberto Burle Marx, with the Observation Tower in the background. Keywords: skyscrapers, ornamental lake, reflections, colourful, picturesque, business centres, stainless steel, architecture, office buildings
PMR547-12 France, Savoy, Annecy: houses fronting on to the Thiou canal in the old quarter, with reflections in the water, and mountains in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, alpine, national heritage, architecture
PMR547-11 France, Savoy, Annecy: the old quarter, with bridge over the Thiou canal and Hotel de Savoie. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, pedestrian area
PMR686-09 Laos, Vientiane: gilded figure of Buddha seated on the coils of a seven-headed naga in Wat Ong Teu Mahawihan. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR686-08 Laos, Vientiane: meditation tower of Wat Ong Teu Mahawihan, founded in 1566 by King Sai Setthathirat. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR686-07 Laos, Vientiane: Wat Ong Teu Mahawihan, founded in 1566 by King Sai Setthathirat, formerly functioned as the king's temple. The name refers to the "heavy Buddha" (Phra Ong Tu) at the rear of the sim. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR686-06 Laos, Vientiane: view north-east from the top of the Patuxai triumphal arch, with Kaysone Phomvihane Road. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR686-05 Laos, Vientiane: view south-west from the top of the Patuxai triumphal arch, with Lane Xang Avenue and gardens. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR686-04 Laos, Vientiane: entrance to the monks' accommodation, Wat Chan. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR686-03 Laos, Vientiane: monks' quarters in Wat Ong Teu Mahawihan, with two nagas guarding the entrance to the sim. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR686-02 Laos, Vientiane: That Dam black stupa, reputed to be inhabited by a 7-headed naga which helped to protect the citizens during an attack by the Siamese army in 1827. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR686-01 Laos, Vientiane: the capital's landmark, the Patuxai triumphal arch, based on the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, was built of American concrete in the 1960s. Keywords: monument, national heritage, picturesque, architecture
PMR685-12 Laos, Vientiane: Pha That Luang stupa, 45 metres tall and completely gilded, is the country's biggest, and seeks to imitate a lotus flower bud. It was built in this form by King Setthathirath from 1566 onwards. Keywords: Buddhist, temple, colourful, monument, national heritage, picturesque, architecture
PMR685-11 Laos, Vientiane: the capital's landmark, the Patuxai triumphal arch, based on the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, was built of American concrete in the 1960s. Keywords: monument, national heritage, picturesque, architecture
PMR685-10 Thailand, Pattaya: the "Sanctuary of Truth" intended for meditation, at 100 metres high, is believed to be the highest building in the world built entirely of wood (teak). Wood carvers and carpenters have been working on its construction since 1981. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR685-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: Mount Kofel (1342 metres), in the Ammergauer Alps, with colourful birch trees in the foreground. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR685-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: River Ammer, flowing from the Ammergauer Alps through autumn scenery. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours
PMR685-04 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Heilig-Geist-Spital (Holy Ghost Hospital), built 1332-39, reflected in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, reflections, autumn colours, fortifications, defence
PMR543-7 Ceske Budejovice/Budweis: road bridge and and burgher houses reflected in the waters of the River Malse. Keywords: Budweis, historic town, picturesque town
PMR543-6 Ceske Budejovice/Budweis: bridge over the River Melse, with the former prison tower "Zelezná panna" ("Iron Maiden") reflected in the water. Keywords: Budweis, historic town, picturesque town
PMR543-5 Ceske Budejovice/Budweis: main square ("námestí Premysla Otokara II), measuring 133 metres x 133 metres, with Samson fountain and Baroque Town Hall as seen from the top of the Black Tower. Keywords: Budweis, historic town, picturesque town
PMR543-4 Ceske Budejovice/Budweis: the Samson fountain in the main square, with the Baroque Town Hall in the background. Keywords: Budweis, historic town, picturesque town
PMR543-3 Ceske Budejovice/Budweis: droshkies waiting for custom in the main square, with the Samson fountain in the background. Keywords: Budweis, historic town, picturesque town, horse carriages
PMR543-2 Ceske Budejovice/Budweis: the handsome Baroque Town Hall, built 1727-31 by Anton Erhard Martinelli. Keywords: Budweis, historic town, picturesque town, Baroque architecture
PMR543-1 Ceský Krumlov: sgraffito decorated walls of the 13th century lower castle, overlooked by the tower. Keywords: historic town, picturesque town, heritage
PMR542-9 Ceský Krumlov: renovated houses in the Latrán ("side of the castle") quarter. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR542-8 Ceský Krumlov: Budweiser Gate, built in 1602 by Domenico B. Cometa, is virtually all that remains of the mediaeval defence walls. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR542-7 Ceský Krumlov: view of the town and castle, enclosed by a loop of the River Vltava, from the castle gardens. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR542-6 Ceský Krumlov: Neptune fountain in the castle gardens, laid out by Italian masters in 1706-8. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR542-5 Ceský Krumlov: Plástový most (bridge), which connects the Baroque theatre with the 13th century castle across a deep ravine, with the wooden footbridge across the Vltava below left. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR542-4 Ceský Krumlov: view of the town, showing the castle and its tower, with the tower of the former church of St. Jost, and mews houses in the foreground. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR542-3 Ceský Krumlov: view of the town, with St. Vitus church and the tower of the castle, and bridge over the River Vltava in the centre. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR542-2 Ceský Krumlov: canoes on the River Vltava/Moldau, with the former Jesuit College behind. Keywords: historic town, picturesque town, heritage
PMR542-12 Ceský Krumlov: Baroque shrine on the outskirts of the town to the south. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR542-11 Ceský Krumlov: renovated mews houses which now offer private accommodation. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR542-10 Ceský Krumlov: decorated shop and house facades in the Latrán ("side of the castle") quarter. Keywords: historic town, picturesque town, heritage
PMR542-1 Ceský Krumlov: the parish church of St. Vitus, built 1407-39 by Linhart von Aldeberg, and the former Jesuit College, now occupied by the Hotel Ruze, with canoes on the River Vltava/Moldau in the foreground. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR541-9 Ceský Krumlov: the 13th century castle dominates the town. Crucifix on the bridge of the River Vltava/Moldau in the foreground. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR541-8 Kutná Hora prospered in the 14th and 15th centuries due to its silver mines and the authorisation to mint silver coin. Here: an oriel in the courtyrd of the Vlasský dvur (Italian Court), a fortified building where the silver ore was stored in the late 13th century. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR541-7 Kutná Hora prospered in the 14th and 15th centuries due to its silver mines and the authorisation to mint silver coin. Here: the restored facade of a wealthy burgher's house. Keywords: historic town, architecture, heritage, picturesque town
PMR541-6 Kutná Hora prospered in the 14th and 15th centuries due to its silver mines and the authorisation to mint silver coin. Here: a drinking fountain in Palackého námestí, the main square of the town. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR541-5 Kutná Hora prospered in the 14th and 15th centuries due to its silver mines and the authorisation to mint silver coin. Here: the Stone Fountain, built in 1493-5 to conceal one of the town's water cisterns. Keywords: historic town, Gothic architecture, heritage, picturesque town
PMR541-4 Kutná Hora prospered in the 14th and 15th centuries due to its silver mines and the authorisation to mint silver coin. Here: Kamenný dum (the Stone House), built by Briccius Gauske in 1489 for a nobleman involved in the mining business. The figures on the gable represent Adam and Eve. Keywords: historic town, architecture, picturesque town, heritage
PMR541-3 Kutná Hora prospered in the 14th and 15th centuries due to its silver mines and the authorisation to mint silver coin. Here: the Archdean's Church of St. James, built between 1330 and 1420, was financed by wealthy silver miners. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR541-2 Kutná Hora prospered in the 14th and 15th centuries due to its silver mines and the authorisation to mint silver coin. Here: view of St. Barbara's Church (left), founded in 1388, and financed by the mining community, showing the unusual "tent" roofs, and the Jesuit College. Keywords: historic town, religious buildings, architecture, heritage, picturesque town
PMR541-12 Ceský Krumlov: restored houses on Kostelní now offer food and accommodation. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR541-11 Ceský Krumlov: námestí Svornosti (Unity Square), with arcaded, Renaissance Town Hall, is the centre of the old town. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR541-10 Ceský Krumlov: the round Gothic tower of the castle received its Renaissance arcade in 1590. Keywords: historic town, heritage, picturesque town
PMR541-1 Kutná Hora prospered in the 14th and 15th centuries due to its silver mines and the authorisation to mint silver coin. Here: view of the facade of St. Barbara's Church, founded in 1388, and financed by the mining community, showing the unusual flying buttresses. Keywords: historic town, religious buildings, architecture, heritage, picturesque town
PMR685-03 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Spitlertor-Turm (Spitler Gate Tower), built as a square tower in 1385, acquiring a circular outer wall in 1558. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR685-02 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: Hersbrucker Tor, the north-east gate to the mediaeval town. Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR685-01 Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: Wasserbrücke bridge reflected in the River Pegnitz with the tower of St. John's Church in the background. Keywords: mediaeval, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR684-12 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: 14th century Gothic Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche) with 16th century gable by Adam Krafft and carillon with figures of the seven Electors swearing allegiance to the Emperor in 1356. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR684-11 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Hangman's House and former wine hall "Weinstadel", reflected in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, reflections, autumn colours, fortifications, defence
PMR684-10 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Hangman's House and former wine hall "Weinstadel", reflected in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR684-09 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: reflections of houses "am Fleischbänken" in the River Pegnitz, with the island "Trödelmarkt" (left). Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR684-07 Austria, Tyrol, Grän: a stream of hikers on the path up to Bad Kissinger Hut, on the shoulder of Mount Aggenstein, on the border with Bavaria, Germany. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR684-06 Austria, Tyrol, Grän: huts in the Sebental (valley), with Mount Aggenstein ion the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR684-05 Austria, Tyrol, Grän: autumn colours among the trees round the foot of Mount Sebenspitze, seen from the Sebental (valley). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR684-04 Austria, Tyrol, Grän: "Tannheimer Höhenweg", the track to Bad Kissinger Hut, on Mount Aggenstein ( in the middle distance). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR684-03 Austria, Tyrol, Grän: Mount Gimpel and Mount Kellenspitze (2240 metres) in the Tannheimer Mountains, seen from the Sonnenalm. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR684-02 Austria, Tyrol, Grän: view of Grän village and the Engetal (valley) from the Sonnenalm (1816 metres), with cable car just arriving. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life
PMR684-01 Austria, Tyrol, Grän: on the track to the Sonnenalm and Gamskopf, in the Vilser Mountains, on the Bavarian side of the border. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR683-10 Greece, Island of Symi: the picturesque harbour of the town of Symi, with reflections in the water of the neo-classical houses clinging to the rocky hillside. Most houses date from the 19th century, when Symi's prosperity peaked under Ottoman rule. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church, fishing boats, architecture
PMR683-09 Greece, Island of Symi: the picturesque harbour of the town of Symi, surrounded by neo-classical houses clinging to the rocky hillside, with an old anchor in the foreground. Most houses date from the 19th century, when Symi's prosperity peaked under Ottoman rule. Keywords: Greek Isles, architecture, fishing boats, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR683-08 Greece, Island of Symi: the picturesque harbour of the town of Symi, surrounded by neo-classical houses clinging to the rocky hillside. Most houses date from the 19th century, when Symi's prosperity peaked under Ottoman rule. Keywords: Greek Isles, architecture, fishing boats, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR683-07 Greece, Island of Symi: a youngster fishing from the quay of the picturesque harbour of the town of Symi, surrounded by neo-classical houses clinging to the rocky hillside. Most houses date from the 19th century, when Symi's prosperity peaked under Ottoman rule. Keywords: Greek Isles, architecture, fishing boats, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR683-06 Greece, Island of Symi: the picturesque harbour of the town of Symi, with its clear water, surrounded by neo-classical houses clinging to the rocky hillside. Most houses date from the 19th century, when Symi's prosperity peaked under Ottoman rule. Keywords: Greek Isles, architecture, fishing boats, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR683-05 Greece, Island of Symi: the picturesque harbour of the town of Symi, surrounded by neo-classical houses clinging to the rocky hillside. Most houses date from the 19th century, when Symi's prosperity peaked under Ottoman rule. Keywords: Greek Isles, architecture, fishing boats, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR683-04 Greece, Island of Symi: the picturesque harbour of the town of Symi, surrounded by neo-classical houses clinging to the rocky hillside. Most houses date from the 19th century, when Symi's prosperity peaked under Ottoman rule. Keywords: Greek Isles, architecture, fishing boats, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR683-03 Greece, Island of Symi: view of Panormitis Monastery and the bay on the north side of the island, with departing yacht. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR683-02 Greece, Island of Symi: the famous Orthodox monastery at Panormitis with its ornately decorated clocktower. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR683-01 Greece, Island of Symi: the quayside at Panormitis, on the north side of the island. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR682-12 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the Turkish yacht, "Bahriyeli C" in its moorings at Mandraki. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, whitewashed walls
PMR682-11 Greece, Island of Nisyros: tavernas on the seafront at Mandraki offer a good selection of seafood. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, whitewashed walls
PMR682-10 Greece, Island of Nisyros: part of the ancient acropolis near Mandraki whose massive walls date from the fifth century BC, showing the remarkably accurately cut ashlars, using no mortar. Keywords: Greek Isles, archeology, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR682-09 Greece, Island of Nisyros: part of the village of Mandraki, seen from the ancient acropolis, with the island of Gyali in the distance. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, whitewashed walls
PMR682-08 Greece, Island of Nisyros: main gate to the ancient acropolis near Mandraki whose massive walls date from the fifth century BC. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR682-07 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the main "square" of the mountain-top village of Nikeia (population 48), with its handsome pebble-mosaic paving. Keywords: Greek Isles, whitewashed walls, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR682-06 Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of the main crater of the dormant volcano, Stefanos, from the mountain-top village of Nikeia. The last eruption was a steam explosion in 1888. Keywords: Greek Isles, volcanic, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, larva, geology
PMR682-05 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the Othodox church in the main square of the mountain-top village of Nikeia (population 48). Keywords: Greek Isles, whitewashed walls, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR682-04 Greece, Island of Nisyros: a steep street in the mountain-top village of Nikeia (population 48) Keywords: Greek Isles, alley, whitewashed walls, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR682-03 Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of the main crater of the dormant volcano, Stefanos, and the two smaller craters (left), with the access road on the far side of the caldera. The last eruption was a steam explosion in 1888. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, larva, geology
PMR682-02 Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of the main crater of the dormant volcano, Stefanos, and the two smaller craters (left), with the access road on the far side of the caldera. The last eruption was a steam explosion in 1888. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, larva, geology
PMR682-01 Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of the main crater of the dormant volcano, Stefanos, and volcanic landscape, from the path to the village of Nikeia. The last eruption was a steam explosion in 1888. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, larva, geology
PMR681-12 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the walls of the crater of the dormant volcano, Stefanos, showing the various mineral colourings. The last eruption was a steam explosion in 1888. Keywords: Greek Isles, volcanic, geology, larva, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR681-11 Greece, Island of Nisyros: old fumaroles in the bed of the crater of the dormant volcano, Stefanos, with active fumaroles steaming in the background. The last eruption was a steam explosion in 1888. Keywords: Greek Isles, volcanic, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping, larva, geology
PMR681-10 Greece, Island of Nisyros: the tiny port of Mandraki, with the pumice workings on the island of Gyali visible in the distance. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR681-09 Greece, Island of Kos: view of the ruins of the Asklepieion from the top terrace (of three). Founded about the 5th century BC, it was here that Hippocrates practised his new theories of medical healing. Keywords: Greek Isles, archeology, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR681-08 Greece, Island of Leros: view of the village of Pandeli from the Kastro (Platanos Castle, built in 7th century AD and added to by Byzantines and Venetians, offered protection to villagers from pirate attacks). Lakiou Bay, on the other side of the island, is visible at top right. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR681-07 Greece, Island of Leros: view of Agia Marina from the ramparts of the Kastro (Platanos Castle, built in 7th century AD and added to by Byzantines and Venetians, offered protection to villagers from pirate attacks). Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR681-06 Greece, Island of Leros: view of Agia Marina from the Kastro (Platanos Castle, built in 7th century AD and added to by Byzantines and Venetians, offered protection to villagers from pirate attacks). Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR681-05 Greece, Island of Patmos: the old cobbled road from the Monastery of St. John the Theologian (Agios Ioannis) leading down to Skala, with the harbour in the background. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR681-04 Greece, Island of Patmos: the old cobbled road from the Monastery of St. John the Theologian (Agios Ioannis) leading down to Skala, with the harbour in the background. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR681-03 Greece, Island of Patmos: view of the town of Skala with its harbour, from an overlooking hill. Keywords: Greek Isles, Greek Orthodox Church, yachts, colourful, picturesque, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese, Helenic, Hellas, island hopping
PMR681-02 Greece, Island of Samos: the town of Vathy with its small harbour and visiting Turkish yacht. Keywords: Greek Isles, island hopping, Hellas, Helenic, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, picturesque, colourful, yachts, Greek Orthodox Church
PMR680-11 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: a newly renovated facade on Uritzkovo Street. Keywords: historic, picturesque, national heritage, colourful
PMR680-10 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: example of the early traditional wooden-built housing. Keywords: historic, typical dwellings, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR680-09 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: example of the early traditional wooden-built housing. Keywords: historic, typical dwellings, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR680-08 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: example of the early traditional wooden-built housing. Keywords: historic, typical dwellings, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR680-07 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: youngsters cooling off in a public fountain on Karl Marx Street. Keywords: picturesque, summer heat, cooling water, hot weather, colourful
PMR680-06 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: Uritzkovo Street, a pedestrian shopping area. Keywords: historic, architecture, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR680-05 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: Biology Department (?) of the University of Irkutsk. Keywords: historic, architecture, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR680-04 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: the Catholic Polish Curch, built for Polish exiles in wood in 1826, burnt down in 1879, and rebuilt in stone according to plans of the architect Tamulevich. Keywords: historic, architecture, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR680-03 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: Othodox Cathedral of the Epiphany ("Sobor Bogoyavleniya"), completed in 1723, had a huge bell weighing 12 tons which was destroyed in the big fire of 1879. Keywords: historic, architecture, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR680-02 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: Kirov Square with colourful flowerbeds in front of the County Hall (Irkutsk Oblast Administrative Centre). Keywords: historic, architecture, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR680-01 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: the Institute of Social Sciences on Karl Marx Street. Keywords: historic, architecture, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR679-12 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: statue of Tzar Alexander III in Kirov Square. Keywords: historic, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR679-11 Russia, Siberia, Irkutsk: Znamenskaya Church (the Sign of the Cross Church), built in1757 on the site of a wooden church, where several members of the exiled Decembrists are buried. Keywords: historic, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR679-10 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal: the Bol'shaya River flows through meadows of flowers to the village. Keywords: historic, typical dwellings, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR679-09 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal: the colourful Orthodox church of St. Nicholas is the parish church. Keywords: historic, typical dwellings, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR679-08 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal: a typical example of the older wooden houses. Keywords: historic, typical dwellings, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR679-07 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal: new tourist developments on the lakeside. Keywords: historic, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR679-06 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal, Tal'tsi Open Air Museum: the outdoor market for local handicrafts and souvenirs with the new Hotel Mayak in the background. Keywords: historic, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR679-05 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal: part of the beach and lake with children bathing. Keywords: historic, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR679-04 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal: the covered market for local handicrafts and souvenirs. Keywords: historic, picturesque, national heritage, colourful
PMR679-03 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal, Tal'tsi Open Air Museum: "Volosnoye Pravlenye" ("District Administration") Building, built of wooden logs, relocated from an early settlement. Keywords: historic, typical dwellings, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR679-02 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal, Tal'tsi Open Air Museum: a row of re-erected wooden houses, typical dwellings of farmers and land workers of the 18th/19th century. Keywords: historic, typical dwellings, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR679-01 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal, Tal'tsi Open Air Museum: 19th century wooden church with dome, from an early settlement. Keywords: historic, church, typical dwellings, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR678-12 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal, Tal'tsi Open Air Museum: view of Lake Baikal from the museum grounds. Keywords: historic, typical dwellings, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR678-11 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal, Tal'tsi Open Air Museum: part of a wooden farmhouse from the late 18th/early 19th century from an early settlement. Keywords: historic, typical dwellings, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR678-10 Russia, Siberia, Listvyanka on Lake Baikal, Tal'tsi Open Air Museum: 18th century wooden church with part of the schoolhouse from early settlements. Keywords: historic, typical dwellings, original settlement, colourful, national heritage, picturesque
PMR675-04 Mongolia, Övörkhangai: picturesque landscape in Orkhon Gol (River) Valley in the Khangaii Nuruu National Park. Keywords: Mongol, sharmanism, religious monuments, Chinggis Khaan, Genghis Khan, steppe, Outer Mongolia
PMR674-02 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Bachalpsee (lake) (2265 metres a.s.l.) with the Wetterhorn (3701 m.) and the Schreckhorn (4078m.) across the valley, with snowfield in the foreground. Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR674-01 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Bachalpsee (Lake) (2265 metres a.s.l.) with reflections of the lingering patches of snow. Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR673.06 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Thun: the Schloss (castle) (now a historical museum) from the Rathausplatz (Town Hall Square) with its fountain. Keywords: Alps, mediaeval, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR673-12 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the Bachalpsee (mountain lake), 2265 metres high, with the Schreckhorn (4078 metres) across the valley. Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR673-11 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the Eiger (3970 metres), the Fiescherhörner (4049 metres) and Grindelwald glacier, with mountain streamlet and Kingcups/Marsh Marigolds (Caltha palustris) in the foreground. Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR673-10 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the Eiger (3970 metres) with cloud-filled valley and the track up to the Bachalpsee (lake). Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows, low cloud
PMR673-09 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the Eiger (3970 metres), with its feet in the cloud which hides Grindelwald, from the cablecar station First (2168 metres). Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR673-08 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the Grand Hotel Giessbach, founded by the Hauser family in 1872, stands on the edge of the Giessbach Falls. Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows, waterfalls, architecture
PMR673-07 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Giessbach Falls, with 14 drops to Lake Brienz; the river originates at 2700 metres on the Schwarzhorn. Keywords: Alps, waterfalls, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR673-05 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Thun: Mühlenbrücke over the River Aare, with Schloss Thun (now a historical museum), in the background. Keywords: Alps, Schloß, castle, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR673-04 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Eiger (3970 metres), Monch (4107 metres) and Jungfrau (4158 metres) from Schynige Platte (2068 metres). Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains
PMR673-03 Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Jungfrau (4158 metres) and Silberhorn, with flowers of Anemone pulsatilla on the Schynige Platte (2068 metres). Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine, alpine flowers, snow-capped, outdoor, picturesque, colourful, alpine meadows
PMR673-02 Cambodia, Siem Reap: Preah Prohm Rath Monastery, founded about 500 years ago by King Ang Chan is the oldest monastery in Siem Reap. Here: a row of gilded chedis with a stone lion in the foreground. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR673-01 Cambodia, Siem Reap: Preah Prohm Rath Monastery, founded about 500 years ago by King Ang Chan is the oldest monastery in Siem Reap. Here: a row of gilded chedis with a finely carved stone chedi in the foreground. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR672-12 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: a peaceful wooded scene, with traditional boats on the moat of Angkor Thom, one of the largest cities built by the Khmer. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR672-11 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: head of one of the "asuras" (demons) tugging a "naga" (7-headed serpent) on the causeway leading to the south gate of the city of Angkor Thom, built by King Jayavarman VII and successors, from the late 12th century. Angkor Thom was one of the largest cities built by the Khmer. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR672-10 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: south gate to the city of Angkor Thom, built by King Jayavarman VII and successors, from the late 12th century, showing the 3-headed elephants and "face tower". Angkor Thom was one of the largest cities built by the Khmer. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR672-09 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Keo, built by King Jayavarman V in the late 10th to early 11th centuries, has five massive towers, the largest, central one representing Mount Meru, the centre of the world and seat of the gods. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR672-08 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: the well-preserved east "gopura" (entrance pavilion) to the third enclosure of Ta Prohm (the "Jungle Temple") built in the late 12th to early 13th centuries. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR672-07 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Prohm (the "Jungle Temple") built in the late 12th to early 13th centuries by King Jayavarman VII, was deliberately left "as discovered", in the grip of strangler fig and silk cotton trees, as an example. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR672-06 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Prohm (the "Jungle Temple") built in the late 12th to early 13th centuries by King Jayavarman VII, was deliberately left "as discovered", in the grip of strangler fig and silk cotton trees, as an example. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR672-05 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Banteay Srei, built by King Rajendravarman in the 10th century, displays some of the finest Khmer sandstone carving in its peaceful setting. Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage
PMR672-04 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Angkor Wat, built by King Suryavarman II between 1113 and 1150, showing the steps leading to the upper level, where the four basins occupy the courtyard, with the central tower in the background. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR672-03 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Angkor Wat, built by King Suryavarman II between 1113 and 1150, showing one of the four basins in the "cruciform cloister" of the temple. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR671-02 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: maple tree in full autumn colour on the Ottawa River near Rockcliffe park Keywords: picturesque, capital city, season of mists and melow fruitfullness, russet and gold, fall, autumn leaves, autumn, national heritage
PMR671-01 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Parliament Buildings from south of the Ottawa River (Quebec Province), with vivid red shrub in the left foreground and reflections in the water. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR670-12 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Parliament Buildings from south of the Ottawa River (Quebec Province), with reflections in the water and autumn foliage. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR670-11 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Parliament Buildings from south of the Ottawa River (Quebec Province), with the circular Gothic library building nearest. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR670-10 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: frontal view of the Parliament Buildings and Peace Tower, in Gothic Revival style. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR670-09 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: the equestrian statue of Queen Elizabeth II on Parliament Hill was sculpted by Jack Harman and unveiled in 1992. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR670-08 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: the National Gallery, from Major's Hill Park with its colourful flowerbeds. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR670-07 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: the National War Memorial in Confederation Square, a granite cenotaph/triumphal arch with bronze sculptures. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR670-06 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Parliament Buildings, begun in 1859, with the Peace Tower which was completed in 1927. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR670-05 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: Parliament Buildings on Parliament Hill with trees in autumn foliage. Keywords: metropolis, cityscape, autumn, historic, national heritage, picturesque, capital city, architecture
PMR670-04 Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: National Gallery of Canada, seen through the legs of a bronze sculpture of a giant spider, "Maman", by Louise Bourgeois, which cost $3.2 million in May 2005. Keywords: metropolis, modern art, architecture, capital city, picturesque, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR670-03 Canada, Quebec: Chateau Frontenac from the Parc des Traversiers, with preserved red and green buoys. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR670-02 Canada, Quebec: Parc Montmorency, with cannons on the ramparts, and Quebec Seminary in the background. Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape
PMR669-11 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: the Stadtmuseum in the historic "Zeughaus" (Arsenal), dating back to the fifteenth century, puts the city's history on display. Keywords: metropolis, mediaeval, capital of Bavaria, München, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR669-10 Germany, Munich: originally the "Marstall" (stables), this edifice in Jakobsplatz was rebuilt after WWII to house the Film Museum which shows historic films in its own cinema. Keywords: historic, mediaeval, architecture, capital of Bavaria, metropolis, national heritage, München, picturesque
PMR669-09 Germany, Berlin: the Reichstag Building with its new glass dome, redesigned by Sir Norman Foster, the home of the Bundestag (German Parliament) since 1909. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR669-08 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: Comun, one of two similar, as yet unrenovated, buildings facing the New Palace on the east side, formerly provided servants' accommodation, but now houses part of the university. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR669-07 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: view of the east facade of the huge New Palace, erected 1763-9 by Frederick the Great as a symbol of Prussian might after the end of the Seven-year-war. The building is 240 metres long, contains more than 200 rooms plus a theatre, and displays 428 over-life-size sandstone figures along the parapet. Statue on pedestal in the foreground. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR669-06 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the centre of the east facade of the huge New Palace, erected 1763-9 by Frederick the Great as a symbol of Prussian might after the end of the Seven-year-war. The building is 240 metres long, contains more than 200 rooms plus a theatre, and displays 428 over-life-size sandstone figures along the parapet. Note the extensive Rococo decoration on the cupola. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR669-05 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the east facade of the huge New Palace, erected 1763-9 by Frederick the Great as a symbol of Prussian might after the end of the Seven-year-war. The building is 240 metres long, contains more than 200 rooms plus a theatre, and displays 428 over-life-size sandstone figures along the parapet. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR669-04 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: centre of the west facade of the huge New Palace, erected 1763-9 by Frederick the Great as a symbol of Prussian might after the end of the Seven-year-war. The building is 240 metres long, contains more than 200 rooms plus a theatre, and displays 428 over-life-size sandstone figures along the parapet. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR669-03 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the Chinese Teahouse in the park, an example of wild Rococo by J.G. Büring, built 1754-7, contains a collection of porcelain. Keywords: East Germany, gilt figures, Chinoiserie, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR669-02 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the facade of the oval Marble Hall of Sans Souci Palace, with its finely sculptured figures providing support for the roof. Keywords: East Germany, Rococo, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR669-01 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the Sans Souci Palace, a masterpiece of the Rococo period, built for Friedrich II (Frederick the Great) from 1744, with its terraces of vines. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis, statue
PMR668-12 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the Baroque Brandenburg Gate marks the eastern end of Brandenburger Strasse. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR668-11 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: a row of typically gabled red-brick houses in the Dutch quarter. Keywords: East Germany, Dutch gables, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque
PMR668-09 Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: the newly renovated classical Nikolaikirche (St. Nicholas Church) (1837), another work of architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel, stands in the Alter Markt, which was almost totally laid to waste during WWII. Keywords: East Germany, Egyptian obelisk, Neo Classical architecture, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR668-08 Germany, Berlin: the "French Cathedral", built 1701-5 for the Huguenots, in Gendarmenmarkt, with part of the Schauspielhaus (left) and the Friedrich Schiller memorial. Keywords: East Germany, statues, Neo Classical architecture, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR668-07 Germany, Berlin: the newly rebuilt classical Schauspielhaus (1821) in Gendarmenmarkt, now used as a concert hall, a work of Karl Friedrich Schinkel, with the Friedrich Schiller memorial in front. Keywords: East Germany, capital city, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis, Neo Classical architecture, statues
PMR668-06 Germany, Berlin: the classical Schauspielhaus (1821) in Gendarmenmarkt, with the "French Cathedral", built 1701-5 for the Huguenots, and the Schiller memorial in the centre of the square. Keywords: East Germany, statues, Neo Classical architecture, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR668-05 Germany, Berlin: Marienkirche, the city's oldest existing church, built beteween 1270-1380, behind the Neptune Fountain, ornamented by four allegorical figures representing the rivers Elbe, Oder, Rhine and Weichsel. Keywords: East Germany, statues, monument, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR668-04 Germany, Berlin: St. Hedwig's Cathedral (1747-73) built to emulate the Roman Pantheon. Keywords: East Germany, Neo Classical architecture, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR668-03 Germany, Berlin: the "German Cathedral" on the south side of Gendarmenmarkt, built 1701-8 for the Lutheran Church, has a counterpart, the "French Cathedral" on the north side of the square. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR668-02 Germany, Berlin: Humboldt University on Unter den Linden, with statue of its founder, Alexander von Humboldt. Keywords: East Germany, Corinthian columns, Neo Classical architecture, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR668-01 Germany, Berlin: Brandenburg Gate, erected 1788-91, with its quadriga driven by the goddess Victoria, replaced after WWII. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR667-12 Germany, Berlin: main facade of (protestant) Berlin Cathedral, built 1894-1905, after plans of Julius Raschdorff to the order of Kaiser Wilhelm II; with fountain in the Lustgarten. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR667-11 Germany, Berlin: Berlin Cathedral, built 1894-1905, after plans of Julius Raschdorff to the order of Kaiser Wilhelm II, with statue of St. George and the Dragon and the enormous Granite Bowl, carved from one boulder in 1830. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR667-10 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: the 1000-year-old city is the "capital" of the Slavic Oberlausitz Sorb people. Part of the old city wall and the Hofrichterhaus, with its unusual chimney in late Renaissance style. Keywords: East Germany, mediaeval, Oberlausitz, Sorbs, picturesque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR667-09 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: the 1000-year-old city is the "capital" of the Slavic Oberlausitz Sorb people. Entrance to the Cathedral Chapter (Domstift) with its colourful figures. Keywords: East Germany, Oberlausitz, Sorbs, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR667-08 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: the 1000-year-old city is the "capital" of the Slavic Oberlausitz Sorb people. Hauptmarkt Square, with the handsome, Baroque Rathaus (townhall) (1729-32) and the tower of St. Peter's Cathedral (Petridom), built in 1213-1497 behind.l Keywords: East Germany, Oberlausitz, Sorbs, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR667-07 Germany, Saxony, Bautzen: the 1000-year-old city is the "capital" of the Slavic Oberlausitz Sorb people. The River Spree with the old, round Waterworks Tower and St. Michael's Church behind. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, Sorbs, Oberlausitz
PMR667-06 Germany, Saxony, Görlitz: facades on the Kloster-Platz, with the Ratsapotheke (court apothecary) (1550) with two different sun dials, on the corner. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR667-03 Thailand, Khau Chi Chan: figure of Buddha, 108 metres high, sculpted on a rock to mark the 50th anniversary of King Bumipol Abdulyadej. The seated immage of Buddha subduing Mara is in the style of Sukhothai and Lanna. Keywords: Buddhist, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR667-02 Thailand, Pattaya: Koh Larn Island (formerly Coral Island): colourful Buddhist temple at Naban, showing Buddha riding on the back of a turtle. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR667-01 Thailand, Pattaya: Koh Larn Island (formerly Coral Island): colourful Buddhist temple at Naban. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR639-12 Turkey, Kilitbahir: harbour and mosque of this fortified town overlooking the narrowest part of the Dardanelles on the Gallipoli Peninsular. Keywords: port, picturesque, jetty, moorings, boats
PMR639-10 Macedonia, Skopje: devastated by earthquake on 26th July 1963, the capital city has been largely rebuilt. The 15th century stone bridge which has linked the two parts of the city over the River Vardar since Ottoman times, with floral foreground. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque
PMR639-02 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. View of the modern town from the Kala (citadel) whose walls go back to Roman and Byzantine times. Keywords: Shqiperia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture
PMR639-01 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. Keywords: Shqiperia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture
PMR638-12 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. Keywords: Shqiperia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, historic town, Turkish houses, architecture
PMR638-09 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. The massive bastion (Kampana Tower and Citadel) and wall on the north side of the old town (Stari Grad) flanking the River Skurda, date back to the 13th century. Keywords: picturesque, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR638-08 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. High above the town, the 17th century church of Our Lady of the Remedy (Crkva Gospa od zdravlja) commands a fine view of the Gulf of Kotor. Keywords: picturesque, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR638-07 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. Bird's eye view of the jetty and part of the old town (Stari Grad), from Castel St. John, 260 metres above the city. Keywords: picturesque, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR638-06 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. View of the promenade and gulf from the Castel St. John, an Illyrian fort 260 metres above the city; with Two-tailed Pasha butterfly (Charaxes jasius) near the Montenegro flag. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port
PMR638-05 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. View of the gulf from the Roko fortification showing the old water conduits which fed the cisterns. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port
PMR638-04 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. The recently completed promenade, planted with ornamental trees, and jetty for small craft. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port
PMR638-03 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. View of the old town (Stari Grad) at the foot of Mount Lovcen. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port
PMR638-02 Montenegro: Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a history going back to Roman times when it was known as Acruvium. View of the town on the Gulf of Kotor (Boka Kotoska), surrounded by precipitous mountains, from the Cetinje road. Keywords: picturesque, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR637-11 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: the wooded island of Lokrum, seen over the (mostly new) rooftops of the city. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, impregnable, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port, panorama
PMR637-10 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: Fort Lovrijenac (left), with walls up to 12 metres thick, was built in the 11th century, and now hosts stage plays. On the right, part of the bastion Fort Bokar. Keywords: picturesque, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR637-09 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: sunbathers on the rocks outside the city walls. Keywords: picturesque, port, historic city, bastions, ramparts, impregnable, fortifications, fortress, national heritage, mediaeval
PMR637-08 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: view of the harbour, quayside and Dominican Monastery from St. John's Fort. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, historic city, port
PMR637-07 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: the late Gothic Sponza Palace was built in 1516 as a customs house, but now houses the state archives. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, historic city, Gothic architecture
PMR637-06 Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: view of the city from the coast road, with the harbour, St. John Fort, and the city ramparts. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, fortress, fortifications, impregnable, ramparts, bastions, historic city, port
PMR637-04 Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo: the New Serbian Orthodox Church (Saborna crkva) from the town park, with modern sculpture in the foreground. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, Christian, Baroque architecture, monument
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
PMR636-12 Croatia, Dalmatia, Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage site: view of the town from the Kamerlengo Fortress (built 1420-37) with the tower of St. Lawrence's Cathedral (dating from 1200) in the distance. Keywords: national heritage, Romanesque architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town, panorama view
PMR636-11 Croatia, Dalmatia, Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage site: view of the palm-lined quayside with many visiting luxury yachts moored for the night. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, Romanesque architecture
PMR636-10 Croatia, Dalmatia, Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage site: the 15th century town hall in the main square. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, Romanesque architecture
PMR636-09 Croatia, Dalmatia, Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage site: view of the town from the Kamerlengo Fortress (built 1420-37) with the tower of St. Lawrence's Cathedral (dating from 1200) in the distance. Keywords: national heritage, Romanesque architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR636-05 Croatia, Dalmatia, Split: Diocletian's Palace, built by the Roman Emperor between 295 and 305 AD in a square format with side walls of about 200 metres. Most of the walls and substantial parts of the inner constructions have been preserved. The north wall and gate of the palace have survived largely unchanged. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, Roman architecture
PMR636-04 Croatia, Dalmatia, Split: Diocletian's Palace, built by the Roman Emperor between 295 and 305 AD in a square format with side walls of about 200 metres. Most of the walls and substantial parts of the inner constructions have been preserved. The statue of Gregorius of Nin, a 10th century Slavic religious leader, standing outside the north gate of the palace, was created by Ivan Mestrovic in 1929. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, Roman architecture, monuments
PMR636-03 Croatia, Dalmatia, Split: Diocletian's Palace, built by the Roman Emperor between 295 and 305 AD in a square format with side walls of about 200 metres. Most of the walls and substantial parts of the inner constructions have been preserved. The octagonal Cathedral of St. Domnius was built as his mausoleum by Diocletian, but turned into a catholic cathedral in the 7th century. It is 24 metres high and the walls are 2.75 metres thick. The Romanesque-Gothic belltower was added in the 13th century, but had to be rebuilt between 1890-1906 due to erosion. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, Roman architecture, Romanesque architecture
PMR636-02 Croatia, Dalmatia, Split: Diocletian's Palace, built by the Roman Emperor between 295 and 305 AD in a square format with side walls of about 200 metres. Most of the walls and substantial parts of the inner constructions have been preserved. Here: the south wall, with a bronze model of the area today, in the foreground. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, Roman architecture
PMR636-01 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: the 16th century City Sentinel (Gradsza Straza), built in Renaissance style, formerly housed a section of the National Museum. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval, Renaissance architecture
PMR635-12 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: street scene Keywords: national heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR635-11 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: Church and Monastery of St. Mary (Sv. Marije) with Romanesque belltower built in 1105, belonging to a Benedictine Order founded in 1066. Keywords: national heritage, Romanesque architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR635-10 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: Church of St. Donatus (Sv. Donata), a monumental round building dating from the 9th century, in pre-Romanesque style; the most imprtant preserved structure of its period in Dalmatia. Reconstructed Romanesque belltower behind. Keywords: national heritage, historic town, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR635-06 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Rathaus (town hall), built between 1268 and 1290, has frequently been altered and extended; the fountain on the east side of the market square dates from 1540. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen
PMR635-04 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: a typical narrow street of timber framed houses with pavement café in the foreground. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture
PMR635-03 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: street scene on the Osterstrasse with a row of timber framed houses behind. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture
PMR635-02 Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: a row of timber framed houses with characteristic local embellishments. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture
PMR635-01 Germany, Lower Saxióny, Hamelin: a fine facade on the main street with projection ("Utlucht") typical of the Weser Renaissance style. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture
PMR634-12 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: St. George's Fountain in the Market Place, with the Renaissance Rathaus (town hall) and clocktower behind. Keywords: historic town, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR634-11 Germany, Thuringa, Eisenach: Karlsplatz with the Nikolaikirche, a Romanesque basilica, and the sole remaining town gate, the Nikolaitor, the only extant town gate in Thuringia in Romanesque style. Keywords: historic town, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR634-10 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: the Wartburg, embedded in German conciousness for almost 1000 years through connections with Martin Luther and Wagner's Tannhäuser, evolved in different periods, the half timbered part dating from the 15th and 16th centuries. A UNESCO World Heritage site. Here: view of the black and white timber framed outer courtyard, with an old cannon in the foreground. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR634-09 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: the Wartburg, embedded in German conciousness for almost 1000 years through connections with Martin Luther and Wagner's Tannhäuser, evolved in different periods, the half timbered part dating from the 15th and 16th centuries. A UNESCO World Heritage site. Here: view of the timber framed buildings in the outer courtyard with ornamental cast-iron well yoke. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR634-08 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: the Wartburg, embedded in German conciousness for almost 1000 years through connections with Martin Luther and Wagner's Tannhäuser, evolved in different periods, the half timbered part dating from the 15th and 16th centuries. A UNESCO World Heritage site. Here: view of the tower and 3-storey "Palas" (partly 13th century) where the Landgraves lived. Keywords: historic town, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR634-07 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: the Wartburg, embedded in German conciousness for almost 1000 years through connections with Martin Luther and Wagner's Tannhäuser, evolved in different periods, the half timbered part dating from the 15th and 16th centuries. A UNESCO World Heritage site. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR634-06 Germany, Thuringia, Schmalkalden: Schloss (Palace) Wilhelmsburg, built in 1585-90 as a summer residence for Duke Wilhelm IV of Hessen-Kassel, is regarded as one of the most important Renaissance buildings in Germany, with a particularly well preserved interior. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, historic town, Renaissance architecture
PMR634-03 Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Meersburg: overlooking the Bodensee (Lake Constance), the Staatsweingut (State Winery) and the Baroque palace, with quayside in the foreground. Keywords: heritage, historic, Baroque architecture, picturesque
PMR633-08 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Tiergärtner Gate and tower and the fortified town wall with its wooden defence gallery. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, fortifications, timber-framed houses
PMR633-07 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the stone well in the square "Beim Tiergärtner Tor", with the fortified town wall in the background, and Albrecht Dürer's House (15th century timber framed) on the left. Keywords: Nürnberg, cobbles, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR633-06 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: overlooking the town, the castle stands on a sandstone outcrop to the north. Its present appearance dates from the 15-16th centuries, including the 30-metre-high, round Sinwell Tower. Keywords: Nürnberg, ramparts, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR633-05 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Heilig-Geist-Spital, a 14th-15th century almshouse, astride the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Gothic architecture
PMR633-04 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the market place (Hauptmarkt) with the Frauenkirche, a 14th century Gothic church, with 16th century gable designed by Adam Krafft, which attracts visitors daily at noon to its Glockenspiel with mechanical figures depicting the homage of the seven electors. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
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
PMR629-09 Germany, Hessen, Lorsch: the picturesque, half timbered Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus) from 1715, faces the market square. Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage
PMR629-06 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Mainz: decorated facades in the market square, the "Lion" Pharmacy ornately frescoed. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR628-12 Germany, Baden-Wurttenberg, Sigmaringen: the mighty castle which was the home of the Swabian (Catholic) branch of the Hohenzollerns, reflected in the River Danube. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR628-11 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Kaiserburg or Imperial Castle, rebuilt during the 15th and 16th centuries after its destruction in 1420, stands on a sandstone outcrop in the north of the city. Keywords: Nürnberg, fortress, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR628-10 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Frauenkirche, a 14th century Gothic church, with 16th century gable designed by Adam Krafft, attracts visitors daily at noon to its glockenspiel with mechanical figures depicting the homage of the seven electors. Keywords: Nürnberg, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town
PMR628-09 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Heilig-Geist-Spital, a 14-15th century Almshouse, astride the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR628-08 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: a row of old, timber-framed burgher houses in the Weissgerber Gasse in the old quarter. Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, half-timbered buildings, gables
PMR625-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Picturesque alpine houses with frescoes, clustered round a courtyard with geranium-bedecked fountain and wooden horse-trough.
PMR623-04 Turkey, Lycia, Kas: The picturesque town of Kas (pop. about 8000) lies on the site of the Greek city of antiquity, Antiphellos in a pleasant bay on the south Turkish coast. Here: hauling in the anchor of a motor yacht, prior to leaving the harbour. Keywords: ex Greek settlements, yachting fraternity, maritime, yachts
PMR623-03 Turkey, Lycia, Kas: The picturesque town of Kas (pop. about 8000) lies on the site of the Greek city of antiquity, Antiphellos in a pleasant bay on the south Turkish coast. Here: handmade Turkish carpets displayed for sale on the wall of a shop near the waterfront. Keywords: ex Greek settlements
PMR623-02 Turkey, Lycia, Kas: The picturesque town of Kas (pop. about 8000) lies on the site of the Greek city of antiquity, Antiphellos in a pleasant bay on the south Turkish coast. Here: a large motor yacht manoeuvering into the tiny harbour. Keywords: ex Greek settlements, yachting fraternity, maritime, yachts
PMR622-11 Turkey, Lycia, Kalkan: Picturesque harbour of the former Greek town of Kalkan with new developments straggling up the hillside. It is said that the British settlers already outnumber the Turkish population. Keywords: port, property development, desirable properties, British expatriates, yachts
PMR622-02 Germany, Thuringia, Arnstadt: Fountain, decorated with geraniums and picturesque street frontages in Arnstadt, where Johann Sebastian Bach played the organ in the local church 1703-7. Keywords: German architecture, gables, street scene
PMR621-12 Germany, Thuringia, Erfurt: St Boniface created the first bishopric in Erfurt in 742 AD, since when the city has been a centre of trade and commerce, being incorporated into the Hanseatic League in the 15th century. Known as the centre of German humanism, Martin Luther studied and preached here 1505-11. These picturesque 17-19th century houses line both sides of a bridge over the River Gera, known as the "Krämerbrücke" or Grocers' Bridge. The tower of the church of St. Egidien rises on the far side. Keywords: mediaeval city, houses on bridge, German heritage, historic buildings, Lutherism, protestantism, mediaeval architecture
PMR621-09 Germany, Sachsen-Anhalt, Naumburg: Founded before 1000 AD, Naumburg has retained its historic centre. Here: the "Holzmarkt", originally a storage area for timber, with the former hostelry "Alte Post", built in 1580 in Renaissance style, and then one of the largest inns in the town. Keywords: German architecture, historic town, picturesque, old buildings, gables
PMR621-08 Germany, Sachsen-Anhalt, Naumburg: Founded before 1000 AD, Naumburg has retained its historic centre. Here: Marienplatz and Marientor, the sole remaining town gate and tower, dating from the 14th century. Keywords: German architecture, historic town, picturesque, old buildings, gables
PMR621-07 Germany, Sachsen-Anhalt, Naumburg: Founded before 1000 AD, Naumburg has retained its historic centre. Here: fountain in the market square, dating from 1498, with stone figure believed to represent St. Wenceslas (1579). Keywords: German architecture, historic town, picturesque, old buildings, gables
PMR621-06 Germany, Sachsen-Anhalt, Naumburg: Founded before 1000 AD, Naumburg has retained its historic centre. Here: the late Gothic/Renaissance Rathaus (Town Hall), built 1517-28, stands in the market square. Keywords: German architecture, historic town, picturesque, old buildings, gables
PMR666-03 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: view of Marktstrasse, looking towards the River Isar, with the Town Hall's onion dome prominent. Keywords: architecture, tradition, national heritage, picturesque, colourful facades, painted facades, frescoes, Bavarian village
PMR666-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: the Sporrer Haus, no. 45 Marktstrasse, whose facade is decorated with many frescoes. Keywords: architecture, tradition, national heritage, picturesque, colourful facades, painted facades, frescoes, Bavarian village
PMR666-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: Altes Rathaus (the former Town Hall - until 1905), dating from about 1476, sports an onion dome. Keywords: architecture, Bavarian village, frescoes, painted facades, colourful facades, picturesque, national heritage, tradition
PMR665-06 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: view of Rummana Camp Site from the top of the neighbouring hill, Jebel Rummana, showing the road down from Dana Tower. Keywords: geology, botany, nature reservation, natural history, rock formations, picturesque, wild flowers, wild animals
PMR665-05 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: spring flowers cover the ground between the rocky outcrops. Keywords: geology, botany, nature reservation, natural history, rock formations, picturesque, wild flowers, wild animals
PMR665-04 Jordan, Dana Nature Reserve: spectacular weathered rocks at the head of Wadi Dana, near the Rummana Camp Site. Keywords: geology, botany, nature reservation, natural history, rock formations, picturesque, wild flowers, wild animals
PMR661-12 Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: the "Ahorn Boden", a large, flat valley floor in the Karwendel Mountains where maples (Acer pseudoplatanus) or "Bergahorn" grow; some have reached an age of 500 years or more. In autumn the coloured foliage attracts thousands of visitors. Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature
PMR661-11 Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: wooden homes of the dairy farmers in the village of Eng, surrounded by the Karwendel Mountains. In winter they are often cut off from the outside world for long periods. Keywords: alpine, alpine huts, stone roof weights, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR661-10 Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: a riot of flowers decorates this alpine hostelry on the way to Eng and the Ahorn Boden (maple lands). Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR658-03 France, Périgord, St. Genies: picturesque houses on the village green with its wrought iron cross Keywords: historic, Dordogne, national heritage
PMR657-10 France, Périgord, Sarlat: picturesque old stone house in the historic centre of the town Keywords: Architecture, Dordogne, national heritage, historic, mediaeval
PMR657-08 Germany, Baden-Württemberg: twin Baroque towers of Zwiefalten Abbey (founded 1089), built in 1747 by architect Johann M. Fischer. Keywords: East Germany, monastery, religious institution, Catholic, picturesque, national heritage
PMR657-07 Germany, Baden-Württemberg: lake in the grounds of the Cistercian Monastery Heiligkreuztal, consecrated in 1227. Keywords: East Germany, countryside, nature, national heritage, picturesque
PMR657-06 Germany, Baden-Württemburg: rich flora on one of the ancient barrows from the 6th century BC on Heuneburg Hill, in the Swabian Jura. Keywords: mediaeval town, picturesque, fortifications
PMR657-05 Germany, Baden-Württemburg: reconstructed Celtic settlement from the 6th century BC on Heuneburg Hill, in the Swabian Jura - the enormous house of a prince or chief, nowadays used for local assemblies. Keywords: mediaeval town, picturesque, thatched roof
PMR657-04 Germany, Baden-Württemburg: reconstructed Celtic settlement from the 6th century BC on Heuneburg Hill, in the Swabian Jura - view of the defensive wall with weapons embrasures. Keywords: mediaeval town, picturesque, fortifications
PMR657-03 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: view, from the top of the Hausmannsturm (tower), of Schlossplatz, with an old paddle-wheel steamer on the Elbe. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR657-02 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: view, from the top of the Hausmannsturm (tower), of the Semperoper and Theaterplatz, with statues of saints andapostles on the roof of the cathedral, and part of the Maria Bridge. In the distance the old Yenidze mosque-like tobacco factory, by the architect Martin Hammitzsch. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, opera house
PMR657-01 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: view, from the top of the Hausmannsturm (tower), of the Semperoper and Theaterplatz. In the distance the old Yenidze mosque-like tobacco factory, by the architect Martin Hammitzsch. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, opera house
PMR656-12 Germany, Saxony, Stolpen: Burg Stolpen, standing 357 metres high on basalt rocks, dates back to 1100 and has an 82-metre well. The Sieger Tower (left) and Johannis Tower (right) with surrounding landscape. The respected Duchess Cosel was imprisoned here for 49 years. Keywords: East Germany, fortifications, castle, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR656-11 Germany, Saxony, Stolpen: the main square of the village with a large display of roses in the foreground. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR656-10 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: view from the dome of the Frauenkirche - the Kunstakademie (Academy of Arts) with, behind, the Carola Bridge and the Albert Bridge over the River Elbe, and on the far bank the Saxon State Chancellery, formerly Interior Ministry, built 1900-04. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR656-09 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), in all its glory, reconsecrated in 2005 after its wartime destruction, dominates the Neumarkt. The dark stones are survivors from the original building. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR656-08 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), reconsecrated in 2005 after its wartime destruction, with some of the newly built burgher houses. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR656-07 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Nymphenbad (Bath of the Nymphs), in the Zwinger, a Baroque masterpiece created by Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann between 1710 and 1728 for August the Strong, shows Italian influence. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR656-06 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Wallpavillon, supported by Atlantans and surmounted by the figure of Hercules carrying the world. In the Zwinger, a Baroque masterpiece created by Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann between 1710 and 1728 for August the Strong. Rebuilt after WWII. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR656-05 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Kronentor (Crown Gate), surmounted by 4 golden eagles bearing the Polish crown. In the Zwinger, a Baroque masterpiece created by Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann between 1710 and 1728 for August the Strong. Rebuilt after WWII. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR656-04 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the grounds of the Zwinger, a Baroque masterpiece created by Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann between 1710 and 1728 for August the Strong. Rebuilt after WWII. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR656-03 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: facade of the Semperoper (opera), built 1871-8 by Manfred Semper, with panther quadriga and statue of Dionysos over the portal. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, metropolis
PMR656-02 Germany, Saxony, Dresden: the Brühlsche Terrace with cruiseboat moorings and the Kunstakademie (Academy of Arts), castle and cathedral in the background. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR653-02 Argentina, Jujuy: dazzling white, lying at about 3400 metres a.s.l., the Salinas Grandes (salt lakes) are traversed by Ruta Nacional No. 52. Here a group of people appears to be walking on a sheet of ice. Keywords: picturesque, salt flats, saline, salt lakes, altiplano, Andes, geological formations, sodium, potassium
PMR653-01 Argentina, Jujuy: dazzling white, lying at about 3400 metres a.s.l., the Salinas Grandes (salt lakes) reflect the clouds. They are traversed by Ruta Nacional No. 52 not far from Susques. Keywords: picturesque, potassium, sodium, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, salt lakes, saline, salt flats
PMR65208 Argentina, Jujuy, Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca: the road from Humahuaca to Purmamarca is known as "Las Colorados" for the colourful mineral deposits in the surrounding rocks. Hues of red and pink with cultivated fields in the foreground. Keywords: landscape, picturesque, geological formations, rock formations, coloured minerals, mineral deposits
PMR652-12 Argentina, Jujuy, Purmamarca: the road from Humahuaca to Purmamarca is known as "Las Colorados" for the colourful mineral deposits in the surrounding rocks. View of the cliffs from the town level, with yellow daisies in the foreground. Keywords: landscape, picturesque, geological formations, rock formations, coloured minerals, mineral deposits
PMR652-11 Argentina, Jujuy, Purmamarca: the road from Humahuaca to Purmamarca is known as "Las Colorados" for the colourful mineral deposits in the surrounding rocks. Visitors gather on a convenient knoll to photograph the colourful cliffs. Keywords: landscape, mineral deposits, coloured minerals, rock formations, geological formations, picturesque
PMR652-10 Argentina, Jujuy, Purmamarca: the road from Humahuaca to Purmamarca is known as "Las Colorados" for the colourful mineral deposits in the surrounding rocks. Cliffs of varied hues provide a backdrop for the town. Keywords: landscape, mineral deposits, coloured minerals, rock formations, geological formations, picturesque
PMR652-09 Argentina, Salta, Purmamarca: the road from Humahuaca to Purmamarca is known as "Las Colorados" for the colourful mineral deposits in the surrounding rocks. Cliffs of varied hues provide a backdrop for the town. Keywords: landscape, picturesque, geological formations, rock formations, coloured minerals, mineral deposits
PMR652-07 Argentina, Jujuy, Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca: the road from Humahuaca to Purmamarca is known as "Las Colorados" for the colourful mineral deposits in the surrounding rocks. Shades of red and ochre, with the ubiquitous yellow daisies in the foreground. Keywords: landscape, picturesque, geological formations, rock formations, coloured minerals, mineral deposits
PMR652-06 Argentina, Salta, Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca: the road from Humahuaca to Purmamarca is known as "Las Colorados" for the colourful mineral deposits in the surrounding rocks. Cemetery of the village of Maimará with some elaborate graves, and colourful rock formations behind. Keywords: landscape, picturesque, geological formations, rock formations, coloured minerals, mineral deposits
PMR652-05 Argentina, Jujuy, Quebrada (valley) de Purmamarca: the road from Humahuaca to Purmamarca is known as "Las Colorados" for the colourful mineral deposits in the surrounding rocks. View of the valley floor. Keywords: landscape, mineral deposits, coloured minerals, rock formations, geological formations, picturesque
PMR640-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: autumn view of the Tannheimer Mountains with Lake Bannwald in the middle distance. Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, autumn, mountain range, pasture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

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