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Aircraft (5 files)

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-D9215
England, London: view of Terminal One at Heath Row Airport with EI-ASD Boeing 737-248C (c/n 20219) of Aer Lingus in the foreground and a line-up of BEA Tridents.
Keywords: aircraft, airliner, aeroplane, airplane, aviation, air transport

PMR121K-10
Thailand, Pattaya: in-flight view of Bombardier CL-215 Water Bomber No. 2104 (c/n 1059) of the Royal Thai Navy.
Keywords: Siam, fire-fighting, marine, airplane, aeroplane, military, aviation, aircraft

PMR336-01
France, Paris, Le Bourget: 39e Salon Internationale de l'Aeronautique et de l'Espace: general view of the static display with Mikoyan MIG-31 (c/n N69700121496) of the Soviet Air Force, in the foreground.
Keywords: aircraft, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, air show, exhibition

PMR119K-23
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: part of the aircraft collection of the Deutsches Museum in the historic hangar, built 1912-19.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aerial view, balloon, dirigible, civil aviation, aircraft, lighter-than-air-flight, airship, aviation

Hong Kong pictures 1958 (14 files)

PMR.HK-47
Hong Kong 1958: view from the top of Haw Par Villa (Tiger Balm Gardens) with straits and mainland.
Keywords: British colonies, Far East, tropics, island, historic, nostalgia

PMR.HK-40
Hong Kong 1958: view of the formal gardens in Haw Par Villa (Tiger Balm Gardens).
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.HK-39
Hong Kong 1958: view over Haw Par Villa (Tiger Balm Gardens), surrounded by high-density housing.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.HK-38
Hong Kong 1958: view of Repulse Bay and beach with some of the recently-built hotels.
Keywords: British colonies, Far East, tropics, island, historic, nostalgia

PMR.HK-34
Hong Kong 1958: view of Aberdeen fishing village and sampans from Aplichau Island. Behind, a Chinese graveyard on the mountainside, and hotels on the top.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.HK-33
Hong Kong 1958: view of Aberdeen fishing village and sampans from Aplichau Island. Behind, a Chinese graveyard on the mountainside, and hotels on the top.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.HK-29
Hong Kong 1958: view of the crowded harbour at Aberdeen fishing village, with floating restaurants and Aplichau Island.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.HK-20
Hong Kong 1958: view from the lookout terrace on the summit of Mount Victoria.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.HK-19
Hong Kong 1958: view from the summit of Mount Victoria showing the Wanchai area where most of the night life is to be found. Junk harbour at top left.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.HK-18
Hong Kong 1958: view from the summit of Mount Victoria with the Star Ferry terminal and Hong Kong and Shanghai Bank building (right centre).
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.HK-17
Hong Kong 1958: view from the summit of Mount Victoria showing the Wanchai area where most of the night life is to be found. Junk harbour at top left.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.HK-16
Hong Kong 1958: view from the summit of Mount Victoria with the Star Ferry terminal, Hong Kong and Shanghai Bank building (right centre) and airport runway jutting out into the harbour.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.HK-15
Hong Kong 1958: view from the summit of Mount Victoria with airport runway, built out into the bay, in the background.
Keywords: British colonies, Far East, tropics, island, historic, nostalgia

PMR.HK-10
Hong Kong 1958: view across the straits from the Botanical Gardens on Mount Victoria.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

Penang pictures 1959 (7 files)

PMR.PN-15
Malaya, Penang Island 1959: Ayer Itam Buddhist Temple - view of the turtle and fish pools from the pagoda.
Keywords: British colonies, Far East, tropics, island, historic, nostalgia

PMR.PN-14
Malaya, Penang Island 1959: Ayer Itam Buddhist Temple - view of the pagoda from the courtyard.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.PN-13
Malaya, Penang Island 1959: Ayer Itam Buddhist Temple - view towards the sea from the pagoda.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.PN-09
Malaya, Penang Island 1959: view over Georgetown and strait with Bougainvillea in the foreground.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

PMR.PN-08
Malaya, Penang Island 1959: view over Georgetown with straits and mainland behind.
Keywords: British colonies, Far East, tropics, island, historic, nostalgia

PMR.PN-07
Malaya, Penang Island 1959: view over Georgetown with straits and mainland behind.
Keywords: British colonies, Far East, tropics, island, historic, nostalgia

PMR.PN-03
Malaya, Penang Island 1959: view over the roof of the restaurant at Sandycroft Leave Centre.
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

Travel (3,057 files)

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

PMR144-05
Bulgaria: the Monastery of St. Ivan of Rila, the finest in Bulgaria, stands isolated in the Rila Mountains. Founded in 10th century, it has been repeatedly destroyed, and present buildings date from 1834-60. View of the Church and the Chrelyo Tower from the balcony of the top storey.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, culture, historic, UNESCO, Christian, Orthodox, monks, revered

PMR145-01
Bulgaria, Plovdiv: called "Trimontium" by the Romans because of its situation on three hills, Bulgaria's second city now embraces seven hills, of which two are to be seen in this view over the rooftops.
Keywords: metropolis, architecture, heritage, culture, historic, Ottoman, Trimontium, panorama, wooded

PMR143-03
Bulgaria, Sofia: view of the Cathedral from the front, showing the attractive cobbled streets of the city centre in natural yellow stone.
Keywords: capital city, metropolis, architecture, heritage, culture, historic

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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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

PMR142-10
Bulgaria, Vidin, Belogradcik: view of the outer and middle fortifications built during the time of the Turkish occupation (1837) using forced local labour. Adjacent to the famous Rocks of Belogradcik.
Keywords: cliffs, geology, geological, formations, pinnacles, rocks, weird, tortured, outcrop, Belogradchik, fortress

PMR142-07
Bulgaria, Vidin, Belogradcik: view of the town from the famous Rocks of Belogradcik, with curiously formed flat slabs of weathered stone in the foreground.
Keywords: cliffs, geology, geological, formations, pinnacles, rocks, weird, tortured, outcrop, Belogradchik

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

PMR141-06
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

PMR140-11
Italy, Tuscany, Siena: view of the cathedral, begun in 1065 and completed in the 14th century, from the top of the Torre del Mangia.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO, culture, mediaeval, Catholic, stonework, carving, masterpiece

PMR140-05
Italy, Viterbo, Montefiasconi: view of the town and cathedral which dates back to 853 AD. One of the earliest buildings attributed to Michele Sanmicheli. Intercropped vines and olive trees in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, classical, monument, masonry, culture, antiquity

PMR137-12
Italy, Liguria, Sestri Levante: view of the beach and mountains of the hinterland, before a storm.
Keywords: boats, yachts, moorings, bay, beach, hills, wooded, threatening, clouds

PMR137-11
Italy, Liguria, Sestri Levante: view of the harbour and waterfront from the end of the jetty.
Keywords: boats, yachts, moorings, bay

PMR137-10
Switzerland, Schaffhausen: view of the town from the Munot, a massive 16th century keep.
Keywords: architecture, woods, castle, defence, fortifications, cannon, panorama

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

PMR136-05
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

PMR135-04
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

PMR135-01
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

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-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-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-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-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

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

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

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

PMR131-05
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

PMR131-02
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

PMR-D12780
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Olympic Tower (Olympiaturm), 291 metres high, built in 1968, with snowy Wetterstein Alps in the background.
Keywords: antenna, majestic, mountain range, observation platform, panorama, peaks, revolving restaurant, rugged, snow, spectacle, viewing deck, vista

PMR-D12779
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Olympic Tower (Olympiaturm), 291 metres high, built in 1968, with snowy Wetterstein Alps in the background.
Keywords: antenna, majestic, mountain range, observation platform, panorama, peaks, revolving restaurant, rugged, snow, spectacle, viewing deck, vista

PMR-D12778
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Olympic Tower (Olympiaturm), 291 metres high, built in 1968, with snowy Wetterstein Alps in the background.
Keywords: antenna, majestic, mountain range, observation platform, panorama, peaks, revolving restaurant, rugged, snow, spectacle, viewing deck, vista

PMR-D12777
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Olympic Tower (Olympiaturm), 291 metres high, built in 1968, with snowy Wetterstein Alps in the background.
Keywords: antenna, majestic, mountain range, observation platform, panorama, peaks, revolving restaurant, rugged, snow, spectacle, viewing deck, vista

PMR-D12776
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Olympic Tower (Olympiaturm), 291 metres high, built in 1968, with snowy Wetterstein Alps in the background.
Keywords: antenna, majestic, mountain range, observation platform, panorama, peaks, revolving restaurant, rugged, snow, spectacle, viewing deck, vista

PMR-D12775
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Olympic Tower (Olympiaturm), 291 metres high, built in 1968, with snowy Wetterstein Alps in the background. BMW Tower on the left.
Keywords: antenna, majestic, mountain range, observation platform, panorama, peaks, revolving restaurant, rugged, snow, spectacle, viewing deck, vista

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

PMR130-04
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

PMR130-02
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

PMR129-02
France, Cote d'Azur, Marseilles: view of the Old Port and Fort St. Jean, with the new port discernible in the distance, from the basilica of Notre Dame de la Garde.
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, rooftops, Mediterranean

PMR129-01
France, Cote d'Azur, Marseilles: view of the islands and the Chateau d'If, made famous by Dumas' Count of Monte Cristo, from the basilica of Notre Dame de la Garde.
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, rooftops, Mediterranean

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

PMR126-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: launch of a hang-glider from the ramp on the summit of the Tegelberg and view of the snow-covered countryside looking towards Munich.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, gliding, flying, air-sports, Allgau

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

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

PMR124-03
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

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

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

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

PMR121-06
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

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

PMR119-02
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

PMR118-09
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

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

PMR120-01
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: view of the city and old bridge from the Kapelle Church.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic, panorama

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

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

PMR116-01
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

PMR114-06
Italy, Pesaro: view of the city, lying on the Adriatic, in the late afternoon.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, panorama

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

PMR113-07
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

PMR113-04
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

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

PMR111-08
Egypt, Cairo: view of the Citadel (built 1176) and the Mosque of Mohammed Ali, from a window of the Mosque of Sultan Hassan.
Keywords: historical, architecture, culture, antiquity, mediaeval, Islam, religion, minarets

PMR111-10
Greece: ghostly islands in a silver sea: view from the aircraft.
Keywords: aerial view, tranquil, archipelago, atmospheric, hazy, shining, seascape

PMR111-04
Egypt, Thebes: the Great Temple of Amun-Ra at Karnak: the wide "Avenue of Ram-Sphinxes" leading to the first pylon, and view down the central isle of the temple.
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture

PMR110-10
Egypt, Thebes: the Great Temple of Amun-Ra at Karnak: view of the temple from the north-east.
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture

PMR110-06
Egypt, Thebes: the Great Temple of Amun-Ra at Karnak: view of the temple and Sacred Lake from the "Son et Lumiere" terrace in the south-east.
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture

PMR110-03
Egypt, Thebes: the Great Temple of Amun-Ra at Karnak: huge columns of of the Great Hypostyle Hall, 69 feet high, with 11-foot capitals. Closer view of the reliefs on the columns and capitals, the latter still with gilt, turquoise and red colouring.
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture

PMR109-07
Egypt, Thebes: imposing frontal view of the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, built about 1450 BC, but now in the process of reconstruction.
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture

PMR109-05
Egypt, Thebes: bird's eye view of the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, taken from the edge of the overhanging cliff.
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture

PMR107-06
Egypt: Kom Ombo Temple was built by Ptolemy I, II and III in the 2nd century BC and dedicated to the crocodile-god Sobek and the sparrow-hawk-god Horoeris, jointly. General view, showing some of the remaining reliefs. Many crocodiles were mummified here and some are still to be seen.
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture

PMR107-01
Egypt, Aswan: view from plane of the flooded valleys south of Aswan - the consequences of the Aswan High Dam since 1970.
Keywords: landscape, aerial view, panorama, irregation, lakes, reservoir

PMR106-07
Egypt, Abu Simbel: Ramesses II built two temples (for himself and his wife) adjacent to each other. To escape the flood waters of the Aswan Dam, both were cut into square blocks and moved bodily about 500 metres to a safe position. View of the adjacent facades, with the Temple of Hathor in the foreground.
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture

PMR106-03
Egypt, Aswan: overhead view from inside the Russian-built monument commemorating the completion of the Aswan High Dam in 1970.
Keywords: architecture, culture, water power, hydro-electricity, reservoir, construction, memorial, sculpture, art

PMR105-12
Egypt, Aswan: view of the Aswan High Dam from the lee, with the Russian-built monument commemorating its completion in 1970 in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, culture, water power, hydro-electricity, reservoir, construction

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

PMR105-02
Egypt, Aswan: ruins of the 7th century Monastery of St. Simeon, built by Coptic Christians in the desert, but abandoned after the arrival of Islam in Egypt. View of the desert through the mud-brick walls, with the waiting camel drivers.
Keywords: archeology, antiquity, historical, architecture, culture

PMR105-01
Egypt, Aswan: ruins of the 7th century Monastery of St. Simeon, built by Coptic Christians in the desert, but abandoned after the arrival of Islam in Egypt. View inside the protecting walls. The water cistern in the bottom right-hand corner was the centre of a system of gravity-fed acqueducts throughout the monastery.
Keywords: archeology, antiquity, historical, architecture, culture

PMR104-12
Egypt, Aswan: ruins of the 7th century Monastery of St. Simeon, built by Coptic Christians in the desert. View of the desert through the mud brick walls of the monastery, abandoned after the arrival of Islam in Egypt.
Keywords: archeology, antiquity, historical, architecture, culture

PMR104-05
Egypt, Aswan: view across the Nile from the far side of Elephantine Island with the Tombs of the Nobles discernible on the hillside.
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, culture

PMR104-04
Egypt, Aswan: view from the gardens of the Aswan Oberoi Hotel on Elephantine Island.
Keywords: culture, picturesque, colourful

PMR103-11
Egypt, Aswan: the Temple of Isis on the Island of Agilkia, a few miles south of Aswan, formerly stood on the Island of Philae. Built between the 4th century BC and the 2nd century AD (Ptolemies and Romans). It was removed, stone by stone, and re-erected in its present position. View of the colonnaded courtyard from the top of the pylon.
Roman garrisons erected wooden roofs for their troops under the colonnades (traces still to be seen).
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture

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

PMR102-05
Egypt, Memphis: the Step Mastaba of Saqqara, oldest of the pyramids, tomb of King Zoser (Djoser) of the 3rd Dynasty. Enlarged three times before completion. Close view of the construction, using stones of marly limestone, without binding material.
Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture

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

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

PMR099-08
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

PMR099-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Olympia Park, site of the 1972 Olympic Games: view of the underpass on the North Ring Road, with the BMW Tower and Museum in the background; from the Olympia Park Bridge.
Keywords: München, architecture, urban motorway, traffic flow

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

PMR098-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Nymphenburg Palace and Gardens: view of the gardens behind the palace, with stone balustrade and gilded lantern.
Keywords: München, magnificence, splendour, pomp, Schloss Nymphenburg, Wittelsbach Family, formal gardens, parkland, flowerbeds, colourful

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

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

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

PMR088-12
Italy, Tuscany, Florence/Firenze: view of the Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Vecchio, and cathedral from the Piazzale Michelangelo with Judas tree in the foreground.
Keywords: city panorama

PMR088-05
Italy, Tuscany, Florence/Firenze: view of the Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo della Signoria, and cathedral from the Piazzale Michelangelo with Judas tree in the foreground.
Keywords: city panorama

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

PMR087-03
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

PMR087-01
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

PMR086-05
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

PMR086-01
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

PMR085-06
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

PMR085-03
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

PMR084-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: the Tegelberg, viewed through autumn foliage
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, Allgau, alpine, Alps

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

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

PMR075-10
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Split: houses built in the south east corner of the (Roman) Palace of Diocletian (foreground); view from the campanile with railway and ferry terminals and waterfront
Keywords: architecture, historic, stone, mellow, port, Adriatic Sea

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

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

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

PMR070-09
Italy, Venice: view of the Isola San Giorgio, the Piazzetta San Marco, part of the Doge's Palace and the two granite columns bearing the lion of St Mark and the statue of St. Theodore, from the top of the campanile. Venice Lido is visible in the distance.
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

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

PMR066-08
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

PMR064-10
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: view of Cape Town with port and Table Bay from the top of Table Mountain.
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, harbour, port, coastline, overview, bird's eye view, freight-ships

PMR064-09
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: view north from the top of Table Mountain, across Table Bay, with Robben Island in the distance, Signal Hill top left, and the docks right centre
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, harbour, port, coastline, overview, bird's eye view, freight-ships

PMR064-07
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: view from Maclears Beacon on Table Mountain
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, coastal plain, fynbos

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

PMR064-01
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: view north from the top of Table Mountain, across Table Bay, with Robben Island in the distance, Signal Hill in the centre, and the docks right centre
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, harbour, port, coastline, overview, bird's eye view, freight-ships

PMR063-12
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: view north from the top of Table Mountain in the morning, overlooking the centre of the city and docks
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, coastline, settlements

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

PMR063-01
South Africa, Western Cape Province: view of the Cape Peninsula and Simonstown from Kalk Bay
Keywords: harbour, boats, developments, mountains

PMR062-05
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Somerset West: view of Gordon's Bay and Hottentot's Holland Mountains, with suburban gardens in the foreground
Keywords: landscape, suburbia, settlements

PMR062-04
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Somerset West: view of Gordon's Bay and Hottentot's Holland Mountains
Keywords: landscape, suburbia, plain, settlements, panorama

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

PMR060-03
South Africa, Natal, Durban: cannas as foreground to a typical view in the hills around the city
Keywords: plant, botany, horticulture, semi-tropical

PMR059-08
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Zulu kraal in Tribal Trust Reserved Land in the Valley of a Thousand Hills - view of the kraal on a hillside
Keywords: native, way of life, domestic chores, thatched, huts, village, tradition, daily chores, compound

PMR058-01
South Africa, Natal, Durban: view of Midmar Dam recreational area through the "water-curtain" in the administrative offices.
Keywords: landscape, reservoir, water sports

PMR057-11
South Africa, Natal, Durban: "View of the World" near Pietermaritzburg, with Durban's Table Mountain in the background, showing the memorial to the Voortrekkers, whose original waggon-trail runs nearby
Keywords: landscape, panorama, plain, belvedere, lookout

PMR057-10
South Africa, Natal, Durban: "View of the World" near Pietermaritzburg, with Durban's Table Mountain in the background
Keywords: landscape, panorama, plain, belvedere, lookout

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

PMR057-06
Rhodesia, Salisbury: the road to Victoria Falls with view across the western plain from the gardens on the Kopje
Keywords: capital city, landscape, knoll, ornamental plants

PMR057-05
Rhodesia, Salisbury: view of the city from the gardens on the Kopje
Keywords: architecture, capital city, panorama, overview

PMR056-12
Rhodesia: ruins of Zimbabwe, thought to have flourished between 13th and 15th centuries A.D.
View of the Great Enclosure in the distance, from the flat lookout balcony of the Acropolis Ruin, overlooking the Ritual Enclosure where most of the Zimbabwe birds have been found. Rhodesia: ruins of Zimbabwe, thought to have flourished between 13th and 15th centuries A.D.
View of the Great Enclosure in the distance, from the flat lookout balcony of the Acropolis Ruin, overlooking the Ritual Enclosure where most of the Zimbabwe birds have been found.
Keywords: archeology, ruined city, historic, heritage, ancient city

PMR056-11
Rhodesia: ruins of Zimbabwe, thought to have flourished between 13th and 15th centuries A.D.
View from the central passage, overlooking the Eastern Enclosure. Rhodesia: ruins of Zimbabwe, thought to have flourished between 13th and 15th centuries A.D.
View from the central passage, overlooking the Eastern Enclosure.
Keywords: archeology, ruined city, historic, heritage, ancient city

PMR054-10
South Africa, Johannesburg: view of the suburbs and a motorway junction from the air
Keywords: ecology, industry, mining, panorama

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

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

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

PMR052-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the opening day of the Oktoberfest 1977 - view of the crowded festival grounds from the foot of the Bavaria figure
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, enjoy, drinking, beer tents, atmosphere, fun, beer krugs, beer glasses

PMR052-01
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: view of the gardens from the Residenz (Bishops' Palace)
Keywords: park, flowerbeds, colourful, horticulture, botanical, formal gardens, ballustrade

PMR050-03
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart: the TV-Tower, opened in 1956, 217 metres high, the first such tower in the world
Keywords: tower, viewing deck, antenna, transmitter

PMR050-02
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart: view from the Stuttgart TV-Tower, looking east, with the River Neckar Valley in the distance
Keywords: panorama, aerial view, metropolis, urban spread

PMR050-01
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart: view from the Stuttgart TV-Tower, looking south over the city with the railway station in the centre
Keywords: panorama, aerial view, metropolis, urban spread

PMR048-12
Poland, Warsaw: view of the Barbican and the town walls (about 50% intact, although entirely reconstructed), from the direction of the River Wisla (Weichsel)

PMR046-10
Czechoslovakia, Prague: view of the old water mill from the Charles Bridge in 1977
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, mediaeval, statue

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

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-D12239
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: view of the town across snow-covered fields.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D11949
Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of the caldera and craters of the dormant volcano Stefanos from the mountain-top village if Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, lava, sulphur

PMR-D11948
Greece, Island of Nisyros: distant view of the caldera of the dormant volcano Stefanos. The last eruption was a steam explosion in 1888.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, lava, sulphur

PMR-D11939
Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of part of the town of Mandraki from the acropolis walls, with the island of Yali in the distance.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, panorama, seascape, vista

PMR-D11927
Greece, Island of Yali: view of the terraced pumice quarry.
Keywords: cosmetics, Dodecanese, exports, extraction industry, Greek Islands, Hellas, minerals, pumicite, volcanic

PMR-D11926
Greece, Island of Yali: view of the terraced pumice quarry, with mounds of pumice awaiting shipment.
Keywords: cosmetics, Dodecanese, exports, extraction industry, Greek Islands, Hellas, minerals, pumicite, volcanic

PMR-D11879
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: view of the peninsula with moored museum-ship.
Keywords: boats, exhibition, historic, veteran, vintage, warship

PMR-D11878
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: view from the roof of the power station, showing the V-1 and V-2 rockets and a train unit used by emplyees.
Keywords: armament, Hitler, missile, NAZI, warfare, Werner von Braun

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-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-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-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-D11482
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: view of the harbour and small bays from above.
Keywords: coastline, Ionian Islands, panorama, rocky, wooded hills

PMR-D11481
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: view of the harbour and small bays from above. The yellow building on the right hand peninsula is the historic monastery, dating from the 13th century.
Keywords: coastline, Ionian Islands, panorama, rocky, wooded hills

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-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-D11458
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the old port from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio), with the islet of Vidos, used as a Serbian quarantine in 1916, in the background.
Keywords: antirrhinum, harbour, Ionian Islands, jetty, panorama

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-D11452
Greece, Island of Corfu, summit of Mount Pantokrator (914 metres): view across Ipsos Bay to Kerkyra town, with moored cruise ship and Mouse Island visible in the distance.
Keywords: archipelago, coastline, countryside, Ionian Islands, panorama

PMR-D11449
Greece, Island of Corfu, summit of Mount Pantokrator (914 metres): view over the Straits of Corfu to neighbouring Albania.
Keywords: channel, coastline, countryside, Ionian Islands, panorama

PMR-D11445
Greece, Island of Corfu, summit of Mount Pantokrator (914 metres): view of the landscape to the west.
Keywords: barren, countryside, Ionian Islands, panorama, sparse vegetation

PMR-D11444
Greece, Island of Corfu, summit of Mount Pantokrator (914 metres): view over the Straits of Corfu to the Greek mainland.
Keywords: channel, coastline, countryside, Ionian Islands, panorama

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

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

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

PMR-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-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-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-D11401
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of part of the Venetian New Fortress (Neo Frourio)(1645) from the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio)(dating back to 6th century).
Keywords: architecture, bastion, fortifications, Ionian Islands, Venetian

PMR-D11400
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the Spianada, Palace of St. Michael and St. George and the pink-washed Panagia Mandrakina church from the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio).
Keywords: cruise liners, fortifications, Ionian Islands, panorama, Venetian

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-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-D11252
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Oludeniz: view of the "superbeach" (across the lagoon) 3 km. long, which attracts masses of tourists in the holiday season.
Keywords: bathing, bay, cliffs, hills, mountain, resort, sand

PMR-D11251
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Oludeniz: view of the "superbeach" (across the lagoon) 3 km. long, which attracts masses of tourists in the holiday season.
Keywords: bathing, bay, cliffs, hills, mountain, resort, sand

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-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-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-D11192
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: view of the small harbour with moored yachts, the towering cliffside in the background.
Keywords: bay, fishing boats, hills, mountain, port, resort

PMR-D11191
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: view of the small harbour and residential development, with towering cliffside in the background.
Keywords: bay, fishing boats, hills, mountain, port, resort, yachts

PMR-D11187
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: view of the small harbour and residential development, home to many British expats.
Keywords: bay, fishing boats, hills, mountain, resort, yachts

PMR-D11185
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: view of the harbour and residential development, home to many British expats.
Keywords: bay, fishing boats, hills, mountain, resort, yachts

PMR-D11183
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia: view of part of Kalkan seafront, from the cliff road.
Keywords: bay, resort, rooftops

PMR-D11182
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia: view of part of Kalkan with its headland, from the cliff road.
Keywords: bay, landscape, panorama, resort

PMR-D11176
Turkey, Lycia, Pinara: view of the countryside surrounding the ancient city.
Keywords: landscape, Mediterranean, nature

PMR-D11171
Turkey, Lycia, Pinara: a closer view of some of the burial chambers in a cliff face overlooking the ruins of the ancient city of Pinara.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, culture, geology, heritage, historic, Mediterranean

PMR-D11165
Turkey, Lycia, Fethiye: panoramic view of the town, whose population is now approaching 250,000. It stands on the site of the antique city of "Telmessos".
Keywords: landscape, Mediterranean, mountain range, rooftops

PMR-D11164
Turkey, Lycia, Fethiye: view of the town and coastline with mosque and minaret in the foreground. The town stands on the site of the antique "Telmessos".
Keywords: landscape, Mediterranean, mountain range, rooftops

PMR-D11158
Turkey, Lycia: distant view of the Dalyan delta, surrounded by ranges of hills, from the Turkish sailing ship, Bahriyeli C.
Keywords: landscape, Mediterranean, reed beds

PMR-D11155
Turkey, Lycia: view of the rocky hill on which are the acropolis and ruins of the ancient town of Kaunos from the reedbeds in the Dalyan delta.
Keywords: archeology, geology, Mediterranean, ranges of hills

PMR-D11149
Turkey, Lycia, Dalyan: general view of the ancient rock burial chambers carved in the cliff wall near Dalyan, with facades copied from Green Ionic Temples. All have been plundered; many were used as dwellings in Byzantine times.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, culture, geology, heritage, historic, Lycia, rock tombs

PMR-D11139
Turkey, Lycia, Dalyan delta: view of the ancient rock burial chambers carved in the cliffs near Dalyan, with a Turkish pleasure boat in the foreground.
Keywords: archeology, boat trip, culture, geology, heritage, historic

PMR-D11138
Turkey, Lycia: view of the rocky hill on which are the acropolis and ruins of the ancient town of Kaunos in the Dalyan delta.
Keywords: archeology, geology, Mediterranean, ranges of hills

PMR-D11137
Turkey, Lycia: view of the reed beds, home to numerous species of water birds, in the Dalyan delta. On the rocky spur to the left are the acropolis and ruins of the ancient town of Kaunos.
Keywords: archeology, ecology, geology, Mediterranean, nature, ornithology, ranges of hills

PMR-D11136
Turkey, Lycia: view of the reed beds, home to numerous species of water birds, in the Dalyan delta.
Keywords: ecology, Mediterranean, nature, ornithology, ranges of hills

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-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-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-D10921
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: view of the Rindermarkt, formerly the town's cattle market, from a street cafe, with the tower of the Gothic church of Alter Peter, Munich's oldest, with its eight clockfaces.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, tourist attraction

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

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-D10572
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: the New Town Hall, erected 1867-1908 by Georg Hauberrisser in neo-Gothic style. The 85-metre-high tower provides a fine view over the city.
Keywords: architecture, tourist attraction, historical, mediaeval, national 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-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-D10511
Germany, Upper Bavaria: early-morning view of a farming hamlet in the Allgaeu from a hot-air balloon.
Keywords: countryside, nature, lighter-than-air, aerial, agriculture

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

PMR-D10481
Portugal: view of the coastline near Gafa, with Oporto airport in the background, from the air.
Keywords: aerial, Atlantic ocean

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D9926
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: view of the waterfront from the harbour.
Keywords: architecture, fishing boats, quayside, port

PMR001K-18
Portugal, Madeira, Camara de Lobos: View of beach and town, with traditional boat-builders in the foreground Portugal, Madeira, Camara de Lobos: View of beach and town, with traditional boat-builders in the foreground

PMR001K-17
Portugal, Madeira, Funchal: Botanical Gardens, with a view of Funchal. Portugal, Madeira, Funchal: Botanical Gardens, with a view of Funchal.
Keywords: horticulture

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-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-D9648
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: view over the town, with the harbour in the distance, from the leading edge of the lava flow (Kirkjubaejarhraun) which engulfed part of the town in January 1973, now grassed over.
Keywords: Westman Islands, magma, volcanic eruption, panorama

PMR-D9633
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: view of the town from approaching ferry.
Keywords: picturesque, Westman Islands, panorama

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-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-D9579
Iceland, Breiddalsvik view of the coastal settlement, surrounded by mountains.
Keywords: landscape, clouds, scenery, nature

PMR-D9560
Iceland, Mývatn: view of the lake, haunt of large numbers of water fowl.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, nature

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-D9522
Iceland, Reykjavik: typical coastal view near the capital.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, gloom, clouds, grey, vista, seascape, scenery

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-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-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-D9129
England, Derbyshire, Ticknall: Calke Abbey (National Trust), built for Sr John Harpur, 4th baronet, between 1701 and 1704 in Baroque style. View from the south-west, showing the two wings.
Keywords: mansion, historic, heritage, architecture, gracious living, country house, parkland, Harpur Crewe family, estate

PMR-D9125
England, Derbyshire, Ticknall: Calke Abbey (National Trust), built for Sr John Harpur, 4th baronet, between 1701 and 1704 in Baroque style. View of the former stables, with a hadsome clocktower.
Keywords: mansion, Harpur Crewe family, parkland, country house, gracious living, architecture, heritage, historic, estate

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-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-D9062
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: view of part of the city and yacht harbour, with the Martial Mountains in the background.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Patagonia, Andes, panorama

PMR-D9057
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: view of part of the city, yacht harbour and container port, with the Martial Mountains in the background, from the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, panorama, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America

PMR-D9055
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: catamaran"Elisabetta" viewing penguins on an island in the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Patagonia, Andes, pleasure boat, launch, excursion

PMR-D9042
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: view of the city under heavy cloud with visiting cruise liners, and the Martial Mountains in the background, from the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, panorama, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America

PMR-D9041
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: view of part of the city and yacht harbour, with the Martial Mountains in the background, from the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Patagonia, Andes, panorama

PMR-D9039
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: view of the container port, with the city in the background, overlooking the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, panorama, mountains, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America

PMR-D9038
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego: closer view of the peaks of the Martial Mountains from the road down to Ushuaia.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, mountains, riverine

PMR-D9036
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego: Lago Fagnano (or Lago Cami) is about 98 kim. long, most of which is in Argentina, just 13 km being in Chile. View from the Garibaldi Pass.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Patagonia, Andes, lake, landscape, scenery, countryside

PMR-D8980
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: distant view of Grey Glacie, which has retreated all the way from this viewpoint in recent years.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, global warming, Scenery, landscape

PMR-D8979
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: distant view of the Grey Glacier, which used to fill this inlet a few years ago. It is 6 km. wide at the face, which is about 30 metres high.
Keywords: South America, lake, mountains, global warming, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D8963
Argentina, El Calafate: closer view of a Guanaco (Lama guanicoe).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wild animals, wildlife, flora and fauna

PMR-D8958
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Brazo Rico (Rico-Arm) of Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, view, countryside, scenery

PMR-D8948
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. One of a number of viewing stations on the boardwalk opposite the glacier.
Keywords: South America, colourful, strange forms, bizarre shapes, mountains, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8942
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: one of a number of viewing platforms on the boardwalk, opposite the Perito Moreno Glacier.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, tourists

PMR-D8941
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. Closer view of the crevasses in the leading edge.
Keywords: South America, colourful, strange forms, bizarre shapes, mountains, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8940
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. Closer view of the crevasses in the leading edge.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains, bizarre shapes, strange forms, colourful

PMR-D8939
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. Closer view of the crevasses in the leading edge.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains, bizarre shapes, strange forms, colourful

PMR-D8936
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. Closer view of the crevasses in the leading edge.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains, bizarre shapes, strange forms, colourful

PMR-D8934
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. Closer view of the crevasses in the leading edge.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains, bizarre shapes, strange forms, colourful

PMR-D8931
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. Closer view of the crevasses in the leading edge.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains, bizarre shapes, strange forms, colourful

PMR-D8930
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. Closer view of the crevasses in the leading edge.
Keywords: South America, colourful, strange forms, bizarre shapes, mountains, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8929
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. Closer view of the crevasses in the leading edge.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains, bizarre shapes, strange forms, colourful

PMR-D8928
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. Closer view of the crevasses in the leading edge.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains, bizarre shapes, strange forms, colourful

PMR-D8916
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Spegazzini Glacier, on an arm of Lago Argentino, has an area of 134 sq.km. and its "snout" where calving takes place, can be up to 130 metres high. Closer view of the breaking ice.
Keywords: South America, colourful, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, UNESCO

PMR-D8914
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Spegazzini Glacier, on an arm of Lago Argentino, has an area of 134 sq.km. and its "snout" where calving takes place, can be up to 130 metres high. Closer view of the breaking ice.
Keywords: South America, colourful, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, UNESCO

PMR-D8910
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: view across the arm of Lago Argentino from the Spegazzini Glacier Viewing Station with a field of buttercups in the foreground.
Keywords: South America, pictureque, nature, UNESCO, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, colourful, nature

PMR-D8909
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: flowers of Canelo andino (Sp.) (Drimys winteri) at the Spegazzini Glacier Viewing Station.
Keywords: South America, wild flowers, flora and fauna, shrub, botany, colourful, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8908
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: flowers of Fuschia magellanica at the Spegazzini Glacier Viewing Station.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, botany, flora and fauna, wild flowers

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-D8906
Argentina, Puerto Punta Bandera: skeletal tree in a meadow at the Spegazzini glacier viewing station. Dead trees can take up to 500 years to disintegrate in this climate.
Keywords: South America, nature, flora and fauna, lake, colourful, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, UNESCO

PMR-D8904
Argentina, Puerto Punta Bandera: catamaran moored at the Spegazzini glacier viewing station.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, lake

PMR-D8903
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: skeletal tree in a meadow at the Spegazzini glacier viewing station. Dead trees can take up to 500 years to disintegrate in this climate.
Keywords: South America, lake, colourful, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, strange forms, bizarre shapes, UNESCO

PMR-D8902
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Spegazzini glacier (left), from the viewing station, carpeted with buttercups.
Keywords: South America, lake, colourful, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, UNESCO

PMR-D8880
Argentina, El Chalten: view of the Cerro Fitz Roy massif from the "Sendero Los Condores" (Condor Trail).
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, snow-capped, panorama, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8879
Argentina, El Chalten: view from the "Mirador de Las Aguilas" in the Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, with Bahia Rio Tunel of Lake Viedma in the distance.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, snow-capped, panorama, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8876
Argentina, El Chalten: view from the "Mirador de Los Condores" in the Parque Nacional Los Glaciares.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, panorama, snow-capped, UNESCO

PMR-D8875
Argentina, El Chalten: view of the Cerro Fitz Roy mountain (3405 metres) and the town of El Chalten from the "Mirador de Los Condores".
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, panorama, snow-capped

PMR-D8874
Argentina, El Chalten: view of the Cerro Fitz Roy massif with lenticular cloud formation, from the "Sendero Los Condores" (Condor Trail).
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, meteorology, snow-capped, panorama, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8873
Argentina, El Chalten: distant view of the Cerro Fitz Roy massif and Los Glaciares National Park, approaching El Chalten.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, panorama, snow-capped

PMR-D8872
Argentina, El Chalten: distant view of the Cerro Fitz Roy massif from the Parque Nacional Los Glaciares mirador, approaching El Chalten.
Keywords: South America, snow-capped, panorama, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8871
Argentina, El Chalten: view of the Cerro Fitz Roy massif (3405 metres) in Los Glaciares National Park, approaching El Chalten.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, panorama, snow-capped

PMR-D8870
Argentina, El Chalten: view of the Cerro Torre mountain (3102 metres) in Los Glaciares National Park, approaching El Chalten.
Keywords: South America, snow-capped, panorama, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, UNESCO

PMR-D8869
Argentina, El Chalten: distant view of the Cerro Fitz Roy massif and Los Glaciares National Park, approaching El Chalten.
Keywords: South America, snow-capped, panorama, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, UNESCO

PMR-D8868
Argentina, El Chalten: distant view of the Cerro Fitz Roy massif and Los Glaciares National Park, with photographers in the foreground.
Keywords: South America, snow-capped, panorama, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8867
Argentina, El Chalten: view of the Cerro Perito Moreno massif (3393 metres) in Los Glaciares National Park, approaching Chalten.
Keywords: South America, snow-capped, panorama, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8866
Argentina, El Chalten: view of the Cerro Fitz Roy mountain (3405 metres) and Cerro Torre (3102 metres) (partly obscured by cloud) in Los Glaciares National Park, approaching Chalten.
Keywords: South America, snow-capped, panorama, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8865
Argentina, El Chalten: view of the Cerro Fitz Roy mountain (3405 metres) in Los Glaciares National Park, approaching Chalten.
Keywords: South America, snow-capped, panorama, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8864
Argentina, El Chalten: distant view of the Cerro Fitz Roy massif and Los Glaciares National Park, approaching Chalten.
Keywords: South America, snow-capped, panorama, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8858
Argentina, Estancia la Angostura: view of the homestead and sheep pens, protected from the ever-present wind by the trees and geological escarpment.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, nature, landscape

PMR-D8857
Argentina, Estancia la Angostura: view of the homestead and wetlands, where many wildfowl gather to feed.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, nature, landscape

PMR-D8852
Argentina, Perito Moreno: "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave of Hands), where prehistoric peoples left the imprints of their hands and illustrations of daily life, between 9000 and 13000 years ago. A UNESCO heritage site. View of cave in relation to the gorge of the River Pinturas.
Keywords: South America, geology, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, historic, cave drawings

PMR-D8831
Chile, El Maiten: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-east.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise

PMR-D8830
Chile, El Maiten: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-east.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise

PMR-D8829
Chile, El Maiten: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-east..
Keywords: South America, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8828
Chile, El Maiten: view from the Puente Rio Maiten bridge, where the river has carved out a deep gorge.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8826
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-east.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise

PMR-D8825
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-east with the snow-capped mountains of the Andes reflected in the waters.
Keywords: South America, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8824
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the suspension bridge in the south.
Keywords: South America, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8822
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-east with the San Valentin/San Clemente massiv reflected in the waters.
Keywords: South America, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8821
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south.
Keywords: South America, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8820
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the west, with an island in the foreground.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise

PMR-D8818
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the camping site, with the Rotel bus.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, Rolling Hotel

PMR-D8814
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8813
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8812
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8811
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8810
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8809
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8808
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat or hired canoes, as here.
Keywords: South America, weathering, geology, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8807
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8806
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8805
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8804
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8803
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8802
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8801
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8800
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8799
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8798
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8797
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, weathering, geology, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8796
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8795
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8794
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, weathering, geology, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8793
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, weathering, geology, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8792
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8791
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. They can only be viewed by boat.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8790
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-west, with flowers of a variety of wild lupin (Lupina) in the foreground
Keywords: South America, plants, botany, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8789
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-west.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise

PMR-D8788
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-west.
Keywords: South America, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8787
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-west.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise

PMR-D8786
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-west.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise

PMR-D8785
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-west.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise

PMR-D8784
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-west.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise

PMR-D8783
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. View from the south-west.
Keywords: South America, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8781
Chile, Patagonia: view of the Rio Murta valley, densely covered with temperate rain forest, with the giant leaves of the Nalca plant (Gunnera) in the foreground.
Keywords: South America, sand banks, trees, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8780
Chile, Patagonia: view of the Rio Murta valley, densely covered with temperate rain forest.
Keywords: South America, sand banks, trees, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8776
Chile, Patagonia: view of the Ibanez River valley with many pools frequented by wildfowl.
Keywords: South America, reeds, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8775
Chile, Patagonia: view of the Ibanez River valley with many pools frequented by wild fowl.
Keywords: South America, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8774
Chile, Patagonia: view of the Ibanez River valley with snow-capped Andes in the distance.
Keywords: South America, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8773
Chile, Patagonia: Parque Nacional Cerro Castillo, view of the massiv (2700 metres).
Keywords: South America, mountains, Andes, Latin America, scenery

PMR-D8772
Chile, Patagonia: Parque Nacional Cerro Castillo, view of the massiv (2700 metres).
Keywords: South America, mountains, Andes, Latin America, scenery

PMR-D8770
Chile, Patagonia: view from the mirador (belvedere) Cerro Castillo, south of Coyhaique, showing the serpentine road to the top.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, scenery, Andes, panorama

PMR-D8769
Chile, Patagonia: view from the mirador (belvedere) Cerro Castillo, south of Coyhaique, with the snow-capped Andes mountains in the distance.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, scenery, panorama

PMR-D8768
Chile, Patagonia: view from the mirador (belvedere) Cerro Castillo, south of Coyhaique, with the snow-capped Andes mountains in the distance.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, scenery, panorama

PMR-D8761
Chile, Puyuhuapi: view of the River Cisne from the Viaducto Piedra el Gato on the Carretera Austral (Ruta 7).
Keywords: South America, Andes, scenery, Latin America, river, viaduct, highway

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-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-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-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-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-D8687
Chile. Puerto Varas: Vicente Perez Rosales National Park: view of the Valdivian temperate rainforest with snow-capped volcano, Osorno (2652 m.), in the background, and Petrohue River in the foreground.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, wooded, landscape, Andes

PMR-D8686
Chile. Puerto Varas: Vicente Perez Rosales National Park: view of the Valdivian temperate rainforest with snow-capped volcano, Osorno (2652 m.), in the background
Keywords: South America, Andes, landscape, wooded, Latin America

PMR-D8664
Chile. Valdivia: view of the quayside and moored pleasure cruisers with the fish market in the background.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, fishing port, jetty, launch, motorboat

PMR-D8663
Chile. Valdivia: view of the quayside and moored pleasure cruisers with the fish market in the background.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, fishing port, jetty, launch, motorboat

PMR-D8662
Chile. Valdivia: view of the quayside and moored pleasure cruisers with the fish market in the background.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, fishing port, jetty, launch, motorboat

PMR-D8631
Chile. Santiago: view from Santa Lucia Hill, with the city reflected in the glass facades of high-rise buildings.
Keywords: South America, city view, panorama, Latin America

PMR-D8630
Chile. Santiago: view from Santa Lucia Hill, with the Cerro (Hill) San Cristobal.in the distance.
Keywords: South America, city view, panorama, Latin America

PMR-D8629
Chile. Santiago: view from Santa Lucia Hill, with the Avenida Bernardo O'Higgins (Alameda) in the foreground.
Keywords: South America, city view, panorama, Latin America

PMR-D8628
Chile. Santiago: view from Santa Lucia Hill, with the Avenida Bernardo O'Higgins (Alameda) in the foreground.
Keywords: South America, city view, panorama, Latin America

PMR-D8627
Chile. Santiago: view from Santa Lucia Hill, with the skyscrapers of Providencia in the distance.
Keywords: South America, city view, panorama, Latin America

PMR-D8590
Austria, Tyrol, Landl am Thiersee: parish church Mariahilf, view of the altar from the nave, with roof frescos.
Keywords: architecture, Baroque, interior

PMR-D8586
Austria, Tyrol, Hinterthiersee: view of the village after a heavy fall of snow with the Alps in the background.
Keywords: mountains, alpine, landscape, street scene, valley

PMR-D8575
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: a snowy view of the east gate to the grounds of Schleissheim Palace.
Keywords: architecture, winter, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Schloss Schleissheim, park

PMR-D8538
Germany, Bavaria, Hohenfurch: dating from the 13th century, the parish church was built in Gothic style but was converted to Rococo in the 18th century. View from the graveyard,
Keywords: heritage, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D8537
Germany, Bavaria, Peiting: the pilgrimage church of Maria Egg was completed in 1658 in Baroque style. View from the graveyard.
Keywords: architecture, onion dome, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, heritage

PMR-D8526
Germany, Bavaria, Altenstadt (formerly Alt-Schongau): the Romanesque parish church and Papal basilica was probably built between 1180 and 1220 and has retained its original form. Similarities to San. Savino in Piacenza are notable. View of the interior with the giant wooden crucifix (ca. 1200) suspended between choir and nave.
Keywords: historic, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, mediaeval

PMR-D8523
Germany, Bavaria, Hohenfurch: dating from the 13th century, the parish church was built in Gothic style but was converted to Rococo in the 18th century. Interior view of the nave and choir.
Keywords: heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, Baroque

PMR-D8522
Germany, Bavaria, Hohenfurch: dating from the 13th century, the parish church was built in Gothic style but was converted to Rococo in the 18th century. Interior view of the nave and choir.
Keywords: heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, Baroque

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-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-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-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-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-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-D8427
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the ancient settlement of Minoa which has been occupied since neolithic times. The name suggests that it was settled at one time by people from Crete. General view of the archeological site on Moundoulia Hill.
Keywords: Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, historic, heritage, archeology, ruins, excavations, Graeco-Roman

PMR-D8426
Greece, Island of Amorgos: view of Chora from the archeological site on Moundoulia Hill.
Keywords: Cyclades, panorama, heritage, historic, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

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-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-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-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-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-D8389
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: Panagia Ekatontapiliani ("Church with 100 doors") dates back to 326 AD and comprises two chapels and a baptistery in addition to the principal church. It is one othe leading pilgrimage churches in the Aegean. View of the relatively modern facade which fronts the Byzantine basilica.
Keywords: Greek Islands, culture, street scene, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, Panagia Katapoliani, historic, heritage

PMR-D8371
Greece, Island of Naxos: view across the central mountains, with limestone nodules in the foreground.
Keywords: Greek Islands, geology, panorama, landscape, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8356
Greece, Island of Naxos: view of the lights of Naxos city after sundown, from the islet of Palatia which is joined by a causeway to the main island.
Keywords: Greek Islands, panorama, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, historic, heritage, culture

PMR-D8355
Greece, Island of Naxos: Portara or lintel of the unfinished Temple of Apollo on the islet of Palatia. Work was begun in 530 BC by the tyrant Lygdamis with the intention of making it the largest temple in Greece, but the plan proved too ambitious. View shortly after sunset.
Keywords: Greek Islands, ruin, archeology, culture, heritage, historic, architecture, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8354
Greece, Island of Naxos: Portara or lintel of the unfinished Temple of Apollo on the islet of Palatia. Work was begun in 530 BC by the tyrant Lygdamis with the intention of making it the largest temple in Greece, but the plan proved too ambitious. View shortly after sunset.
Keywords: Greek Islands, ruin, archeology, culture, heritage, historic, architecture, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8353
Greece, Island of Naxos: view of Naxos city at sunset from the islet of Palatia which is joined by a causeway to the main island.
Keywords: Greek Islands, twilight, culture, heritage, historic, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, panorama

PMR-D8349
Greece, Island of Naxos: view of Naxos city from the islet of Palatia which is joined by a causeway to the main island.
Keywords: Greek Islands, culture, heritage, historic, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, panorama

PMR-D8342
Greece, Island of Naxos: view of Naxos city and Kastro from the harbour, with fishing boats moored to the quay.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, architecture, historic, heritage, culture

PMR-D8341
Greece, Island of Naxos: view of Naxos city and Kastro from the bay.
Keywords: Greek Islands, culture, heritage, historic, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, architecture

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-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-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-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, WolfenbÃ¼ttel: a street cafe in the Market Square (Stadtplatz) offers fine views of the timber-framed houses.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, 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-D8207
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 summer visitors can climb up to the viewing platform.
Keywords: Scandinavia, reflections, beacon, architecture

PMR-D8206
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 summer visitors can climb up to the viewing platform.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, beacon

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-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-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-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-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-D8154
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. View of the nave, with gallery and pulpit. The brass chandelier is Dutch, cast by Harbert van der Harst in1614.
Keywords: Scandinavia, carving, timber, architecture, mediaeval, heritage, historic

PMR-D8146
Norway, Rogaland, Erfjord: view along the Erfjorden.
Keywords: Scandinavia, nature, countryside, fjord, landscape, scenic, 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-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-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-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-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-D8038
Norway, Oslo: the Opera House (Operahuset), built of white granite and Carrara marble, was completed in 2007 at a cost of 4 billion Kroner. Ramps lead from water level to the roof, where there is a fine view of the city.
Keywords: architecture, culture, stage, music, drama, capital city, Scandinavia

PMR-D8037
Norway, Oslo: view from the white granite ramp of the Opera House, with the Havnelageret office block reflected in the glass windows.
Keywords: architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, culture, Langkaia, Neo-Baroque, Art Nouveau

PMR-D8036
Norway, Oslo: view of the city from the roof of the Opera House, with Operagata in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, panorama, culture, capital city, Scandinavia

PMR-D8035
Norway, Oslo: Havnelageret office block on the quayside was the largest building in Scandinavia when it was completed in 1921. View from the roof of the Opera House.
Keywords: architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, culture, Langkaia, Neo-Baroque, Art Nouveau

PMR-D8034
Norway, Oslo: view north from the roof of the Opera House, with Oslo Cathedral in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, panorama, Scandinavia, capital city, culture

PMR-D8033
Norway, Oslo: view of the harbour from the roof of the Opera Hose, with a modern sculpture in the foreground.
Keywords: Scandinavia, capital city, culture, artistic

PMR-D8032
Norway, Oslo: the Opera House (Operahuset), built of white granite and Carrara marble, was completed in 2007 at a cost of 4 billion Kroner. Ramps lead from water level to the roof, where there is a fine view of the city.
Keywords: architecture, culture, stage, music, drama, capital city, Scandinavia

PMR-D8029
Sweden, Gothenburg: the four-masted barque, "Viking", built in 1906 by Burmeister & Wain as a sail-training ship, is now used as an hotel. View from the top of the Lilla Bommen building (86 metres).
Keywords: Scandinavia, sailing ship, tall ships, historic

PMR-D8028
Sweden, Gothenburg: view of the Göta Älv (river) and harbour installations from the top of the Lilla Bommen building (86 metres).
Keywords: Scandinavia, panorama, port, dockyard, shipping, commerce

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-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-D8004
Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: view of the settlement, with mainland acrosss the strait, from the castle.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, 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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D7730
Spain, Balearic Islands, Mallorca:: aerial view of Cap de Ses Salines from the aircraft.
Keywords: Mediterranean, geography

PMR-D7729
Spain, Balearic Islands, Mallorca:: aerial view of Colonia de Sant Jordi from the aircraft.
Keywords: Mediterranean, geography

PMR-D7728
Spain, Balearic Islands: aerial view of the Island of Cabrera, now a national park and uninhabited.
Keywords: Mediterranean, geography

PMR-D7727
Spain, Balearic Islands: aerial view of the Island of Formertera, adjacent to Ibiza.
Keywords: Mediterranean, geography

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-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-D7631
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
View of the arched galleries from the terrace.
Keywords: Africa, national symbol, superlative, architecture, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, culture, artistic

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D7539
Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
View of the exterior, the stonework somewhat in need of restoration.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7532
Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
A pleasing view of the landscape through a wrought iron window arch.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-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-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-D7408
Morocco, Meknes: view from the gallery of the handsome courtyard of the Medrasa Bou Inania, built in 1345 by the Marinid sultans Abu al-Hasan and Abu Inan. In the centre stands a marble basin for ablutions.
Keywords: Africa, koran-school, Maghreb, culture, historic, national heritage, fortifications, architecture, royal city

PMR-D7381
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. General view, with the Capitoline Temple and Basilica (and storks' nest!) in the foreground.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, excavations, stone-carving, culture, historic, classical architecture, national heritage, Roman architecture, archeological site, 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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D6900
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the monolithic "Battle of the Nations Monument" (Völkerschlachtdenkmal) built between 1898 and 1913 in memory of the men who fell in the battle against Napoleon in 1813. At 91 metres, it is the highest monument in Europe, and 500 steps lead to the top. Late afternoon view from the front with reflecting pool.
Keywords: commemoration, historic, memorial, masonry, architecture, statues, heritage, granite, Bruno Schmitz, sculptures, colossus

PMR-D6899
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: view of the residential Wintergarten Hochhaus adjoining Augustus Platz, from the roof of the Battle of the Nations Monument.
Keywords: heritage, architecture, masonry, high-rise, skyscraper, landmark

PMR-D6898
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: view of the 36-storey City Hochhaus, at 142 metres, the tallest building in Leipzig, from the roof of the Battle of the Nations Monument. Designed by architect Hermann Henselmann in the form of an open book, it was formerly part of the university campus. In the foreground is the spire of the Russian Church.
Keywords: heritage, architecture, masonry, high-rise, skyscraper, landmark

PMR-D6897
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the monolithic "Battle of the Nations Monument" (Völkerschlachtdenkmal) built between 1898 and 1913 in memory of the men who fell in the battle against Napoleon in 1813. At 91 metres, it is the highest monument in Europe, and 500 steps lead to the top. Closer view of the figures 'on watch' surrounding the top.
Keywords: commemoration, historic, memorial, masonry, architecture, statues, heritage, granite, Bruno Schmitz, sculptures, colossus

PMR-D6896
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the monolithic "Battle of the Nations Monument" (Völkerschlachtdenkmal) built between 1898 and 1913 in memory of the men who fell in the battle against Napoleon in 1813. At 91 metres, it is the highest monument in Europe, and 500 steps lead to the top. View from the front with reflecting pool.
Keywords: commemoration, historic, memorial, masonry, architecture, statues, heritage, granite, Bruno Schmitz, sculptures, colossus

PMR-D6895
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the monolithic "Battle of the Nations Monument" (Völkerschlachtdenkmal) built between 1898 and 1913 in memory of the men who fell in the battle against Napoleon in 1813. At 91 metres, it is the highest monument in Europe, and 500 steps lead to the top. View from the front with reflecting pool.
Keywords: commemoration, historic, memorial, masonry, architecture, statues, heritage, granite, Bruno Schmitz, sculptures, colossus

PMR-D6883
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the monolithic "Battle of the Nations Monument" (Völkerschlachtdenkmal) built between 1898 and 1913 in memory of the men who fell in the battle against Napoleon in 1813. At 91 metres, it is the highest monument in Europe, and 500 steps lead to the top. View from the rear.
Keywords: commemoration, historic, memorial, masonry, architecture, statues, heritage, granite, Bruno Schmitz, sculptures, colossus

PMR-D6882
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the monolithic "Battle of the Nations Monument" (Völkerschlachtdenkmal) built between 1898 and 1913 in memory of the men who fell in the battle against Napoleon in 1813. At 91 metres, it is the highest monument in Europe, and 500 steps lead to the top. View from the rear.
Keywords: commemoration, historic, memorial, masonry, architecture, statues, heritage, granite, Bruno Schmitz, sculptures, colossus

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-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-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-D6821
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilronan: aerial view of the town centre and waterfront.
Keywords: panorama, promenade

PMR-D6820
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilronan: aerial view of the town and harbour.
Keywords: panorama

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-D6797
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilronan: view of the harbour, with ferry boats to the mainland.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, port, boat, quayside, jetty

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-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-D6773
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara, Ballyconneely: view of homesteads and distant hills in late afternoon sunshine, with an angler's boat in the foreground.
Keywords: sea-shore, landscape, scenic, panorama, mountains, isolated

PMR-D6772
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara, Ballyconneely: view of homesteads and distant hills in late afternoon sunshine.
Keywords: sea-shore, landscape, scenic, panorama, mountains, isolated

PMR-D6762
Ireland, County Galway, Joyce Country: view of the northern end of Lough Corrib.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, panorama, countryside, nature, meadows

PMR-D6761
Ireland, County Galway, Joyce Country: view from the shore of Lough Corrib.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, panorama, countryside, nature, meadows

PMR-D6753
Northern Ireland, County Fermanagh: Florence Court (National Trust), a Palladian mansion dating from the mid-18th century and the home of the Cole family, the Earls of Enniskillen until 1973. View of the facade from the north-east.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, stately home, estate, gardens, manor house

PMR-D6752
Northern Ireland, County Fermanagh: Florence Court (National Trust), a Palladian mansion dating from the mid-18th century and the home of the Cole family, the Earls of Enniskillen until 1973. View of the facade and wings from the main lawn.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, stately home, estate, gardens, manor house

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

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-D6693
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. View of foliage trees across the lake, with waterfowl.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6688
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. View of Strangford Lough with poppies in the foreground.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6686
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. View of Strangford Lough with poppies in the foreground.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6685
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. View of foliage trees across the lake with water lilies in the foreground.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6653
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Belfast City Hall is a work of architect Sir Alfred Brumwell Thomas, and was completed in 1906 in a baroque revival style using Portland stone. View from the south-east, showing the corner towers.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, classical, culture, masonry, capital city, metropolis

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-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-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-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-D6606
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Knowth neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, View of the surrounding countryside from the roof of the mound.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6604
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Knowth neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, The mound was used for thousands of years after its construction as a defended stronghold. View inside the passage to the central chamber showing the stone slabs used for the roof.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6603
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Knowth neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, The mound was used for thousands of years after its construction as a defended stronghold. View inside the passage to the central chamber showing the stone slabs used for the roof.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

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-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-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-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-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-D6519
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: view of the tiny bronze age cave-tomb where St. Kevin spent the first 7 years after his arrival, traditionally known as "Kevin's Bed".
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture

PMR-D6517
Ireland, Wicklow: view of the surrounding hilly countryside from the graveyard of Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, gravestones, celtic cross, cemetery

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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D6070
Oman, Taqah: view of the Museum of the Frankincense Land, with a group of Frankincense trees (Boswellia sacra) in the foreground.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, park, gardens, bush, botanical, botany, architecture

PMR-D6069
Oman, Taqah: view of the Museum of the Frankincense Land, with a canal boat at the landing stage in the foreground.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, park, gardens

PMR-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-D6028
Oman: Ain Razat freshwater spring, view of the caves.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, geology

PMR-D6025
Oman: Ain Razat freshwater spring, view from the cave.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, geology

PMR-D6011
Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense by the sultans of Hadhramaut. View of the city on its commanding position on high ground, surrounded by impregnable walls of limestone slabs, originally maybe 10m high.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation, defence, fortifications

PMR-D6009
Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense. The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of part of the main gate which consisted of three successive wooden doors and a postern gate.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation

PMR-D6008
Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense. The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of the "Monumental Building" which housed a 25-metre-deep well and fresh water reservoir.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation

PMR-D6007
Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense by the sultans of the Hadhramaut. The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of the restored internal mud-brick walls.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation

PMR-D6006
Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense by the Sultans of the Hadhramaut. The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of the well-preserved walls of the temple complex.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation

PMR-D6005
Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense by the sultans of the Hadhramaut. The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of a street with restored mud-brick walls of houses.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation

PMR-D6004
Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense . The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of the restored internal mud-brick walls and limestone ablutions basin in a room of the temple.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation

PMR-D6003
Oman, Sumhuram Archeological Park: the excavated remains of a city, dating back to the 3rd century BC, and abandoned in the 5th century AD, a major port for the export of frankincense by the sultans of the Hadhramaut. The excavations are being carried out by an Italian group. View of the restored internal mud-brick walls.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, heritage, ruins, preservation

PMR-D6002
Oman, Taqah: view of the town and its beach from a rocky promontory nearby.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, colourful, surf, sand, panorama

PMR-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D5881
Oman, Nizwa: general view of the modernised bunting-strewn East Soukh.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade, pottery, souvenirs

PMR-D5867
Oman, Jabrin: view of the town, at the foot of barren mountains, from Jabreen Castle.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, fortress, defence, historic

PMR-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-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-D5801
Oman, Muscat: Sultan Qaboos' Al Alam Palace in Old Muscat, built in 1972. View from the gardens.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate

PMR-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-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-D5782
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Birkenstein: view of the village with trees in autumn colours, and the Alps in the background.
Keywords: turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, mountains, geraniums, chalet, fallen leaves

PMR-D5777
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: view of Lake Starnberg and the distant Alps from the popular picnic spot, Ilkahöhe, with trees in autumn foliage and grazing cattle.
Keywords: turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, panorama, landscape, cows, pasture

PMR-D5776
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: view of Lake Starnberg and the distant Alps from the popular picnic spot, Ilkahöhe, with trees in autumn foliage and grazing cattle.
Keywords: turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, panorama, landscape, cows, pasture

PMR-D5774
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: view of Lake Starnberg and the distant Alps from the popular picnic spot, Ilkahöhe, with trees in autumn foliage.
Keywords: turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, fallen leaves, panorama, mountains, landscape

PMR-D5773
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: view from under the ancient beech trees on Ilkahöhe, a popular picnic spot, with trees in autumn foliage.
Keywords: turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, long shadows, fallen leaves

PMR-D5771
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: view from under the ancient beech trees on Ilkahöhe, a popular picnic spot, with trees in autumn foliage.
Keywords: turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, long shadows, fallen leaves, panorama

PMR-D5770
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: view of Lake Starnberg and the distant Alps from the popular picnic spot, Ilkahöhe, with trees in autumn foliage.
Keywords: trees, turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, panorama, mountains, landscape, cattle, cows, pasture

PMR-D5769
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: view of Lake Starnberg and the distant Alps from the popular picnic spot, Ilkahöhe, with trees in autumn foliage.
Keywords: turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, panorama, mountains, landscape

PMR-D5768
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: view of Lake Starnberg and the distant Alps from the popular picnic spot, Ilkahöhe, with trees in autumn foliage.
Keywords: turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, panorama, mountains, landscape

PMR-D5752
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: aerial view of part of the west basin of Ismaning Reservoir (Ismaninger Speichersee), a protected nature reserve, bird sanctuary and Ramsar Site. The fish ponds on the left are much used by nesting water fowl.
Keywords: nature, countryside, ornithology, ducks, geese, eclipse

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-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-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-D5716
Greece, Island of Amorgos: view of the port of Katapola and its bay.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, Cyclades, panorama

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-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-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-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-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-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-D5636
Greece, Island of Milos, Tripiti: Roman amphitheatre, probably built in the 3rd century BC by the inhabitants of the ancient city of Klima, with seating for 7000 spectators. View of the orchestra, proscenium and scene building from above.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, Klema, archeology, stone carving, historic, drama

PMR-D5632
Greece, Island of Milos, Tripiti: Roman amphitheatre, probably built in the 3rd century BC by the inhabitants of the ancient city of Klima, with seating for 7000 spectators. View from above.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, Klema, archeology, stone carving, historic, drama

PMR-D5631
Greece, Island of Milos, Tripiti: early Christian catacombes, dating from 1st to 6th centuries AD, and belonging to the ancient town of Klema. View of a stone sarcophagus with broken cover.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, geology, Venus de Milo, graves, sarcophagus, burial, underground

PMR-D5630
Greece, Island of Milos, Tripiti: early Christian catacombes, dating from 1st to 6th centuries AD, and belonging to the ancient town of Klema. View of a large "Arcosolia" ("arched") grave niche.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, geology, Venus de Milo, graves, sarcophagus, burial, underground

PMR-D5629
Greece, Island of Milos, Tripiti: early Christian catacombes, dating from 1st to 6th centuries AD, and belonging to the ancient town of Klema. View of an "Arcosolia" ("arched") grave niche.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, geology, Venus de Milo, graves, sarcophagus, burial, underground

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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D5555
Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago.
General view of the site, with the extensive new roofing arrangements for protection from the elements.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins

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-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-D5538
Greece, Island of Santorini: view of Fira, overlooking the Caldera.
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-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-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-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-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-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-D5442
Switzerland, Zurich: view of the Opera House from Lake Zurich.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene

PMR-D5440
Switzerland, Zurich: view of Lake Zurich and the Alps from Bürkliplatz
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, yachts, boats

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-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-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-D5407
Russia, Moscow: aerial view from the aircraft.
Keywords: city, metropolis, panorama, overview

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-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-D5376
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Urumqi: aerial view from the aircraft.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, panorama

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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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

$PMR-D5001 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: view of Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe$

PMR-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-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-D4914
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: Subashi Buddhist ruins, the site of an active Buddhist community from the 3rd century until destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in the 13th century. UNESCO World Heritage site.
General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, UNESCO

PMR-D4913
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: Subashi Buddhist ruins, the site of an active Buddhist community from the 3rd century until destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in the 13th century. UNESCO World Heritage site.
View of the eastern complex, on the other side of the Kuqa River.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, UNESCO

PMR-D4912
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: Subashi Buddhist ruins, the site of an active Buddhist community from the 3rd century until destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in the 13th century. UNESCO World Heritage site.
General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, UNESCO

PMR-D4911
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: Subashi Buddhist ruins, the site of an active Buddhist community from the 3rd century until destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in the 13th century. UNESCO World Heritage site.
General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, UNESCO

PMR-D4910
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: Subashi Buddhist ruins, the site of an active Buddhist community from the 3rd century until destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in the 13th century. UNESCO World Heritage site.
General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, UNESCO

PMR-D4909
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: Subashi Buddhist ruins, the site of an active Buddhist community from the 3rd century until destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in the 13th century. UNESCO World Heritage site.
View of the eastern complex, on the other side of the Kuqa River.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, UNESCO

PMR-D4908
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: Subashi Buddhist ruins, the site of an active Buddhist community from the 3rd century until destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in the 13th century. UNESCO World Heritage site.
General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, UNESCO

PMR-D4895
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. The population was ca. 7000 in the Tang dynasty. General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

PMR-D4894
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. The population was ca. 7000 in the Tang dynasty. General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

PMR-D4893
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. The population was ca. 7000 in the Tang dynasty. General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

PMR-D4892
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. The population was ca. 7000 in the Tang dynasty. General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

PMR-D4891
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. The population was ca. 7000 in the Tang dynasty. General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

PMR-D4890
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. The population was ca. 7000 in the Tang dynasty. General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

PMR-D4889
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. The population was ca. 7000 in the Tang dynasty. General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

PMR-D4888
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. The population was ca. 7000 in the Tang dynasty. General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

PMR-D4887
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. The population was ca. 7000 in the Tang dynasty. General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

PMR-D4876
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan:
Modern viewing platform, with traditional Chinese anthropomorphic figures at the Astana Cemetery, where graves in underground chambers, with well-preserved frescos, date back to 4th to 8th centuries AD. The cemetery belonged to Gaochang city.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture

PMR-D4873
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

PMR-D4868
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

PMR-D4866
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

PMR-D4865
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

PMR-D4864
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
General view of the ruins.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

PMR-D4731
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Samar Island: Malajog Ridge Nature Reserve: view of Malajog Beach.
Keywords: landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, verdant, lush, jungle, sandy, bathing

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-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-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-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-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-D4650
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Wat Langka, founded in 1442, one of the principal temples of the city, on Sihanouk Boulevard. View of the shrine.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis

PMR-D4647
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Wat Phnom, founded in 1373, according to legend to house four statues of Buddha rescued from the Mekong River by Madame Penh. View of the interior of the vihara, with presiding figure of Buddha.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, temple

PMR-D4627
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the waterfront across the Tonle Sap River, from Koh Dach (Mekong Island) with traditional boats, some acting as dwellings, moored in the foreground.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, skyline, panorama, waterway

PMR-D4626
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the latest high-rise blocks across the Tonle Sap River, from Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, skyline, panorama, waterway

PMR-D4625
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the waterfront and the Grand Waterfront Hotel across the Tonle Sap River, from Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, skyline, panorama, waterway, architecture

PMR-D4624
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the waterfront and Sisowath Quay across the Tonle Sap River, from Koh Dach (Mekong Island) with traditional boats moored in the foreground.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, skyline, panorama, waterway

PMR-D4621
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the city from the roof of the Grand Waterfront Hotel, with the Tonle Sap River in the background.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, accommodation, panorama, rooftops

PMR-D4620
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: swimming pool on the roof of the Grand Waterfront Hotel, with view of the Tonle Sap River
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, accommodation, panorama, leisure

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-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-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-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-D4592
The Philippines, Manila: densely occupied suburbs.
Keywords: metropolis, capital city, houses, dwellings, accommodation, demography, aerial view, population

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-D4488
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: aerial view of part of the port, with harbour basin and ferry terminals. Reclaimed land for future expansion at top left.
Keywords: Arab state, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, shipping, boats, trade, commerce

PMR-D4487
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: aerial view of coastal low-rise and high-rise living accommodation and recent multi-storey developments.
Keywords: Arab state, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, architecture, housing, homes, dwellings, apartments, residential, dormitory, skyscrapers

PMR-D4486
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: aerial view of low-rise and high-rise living accommodation and recent multi-storey developments, with Metro Station in the foreground.
Keywords: Arab state, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, architecture, housing, homes, dwellings, apartments, residential, dormitory, railway, skyscrapers

PMR-D4485
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: aerial view of modern motorway junction and moving traffic.
Keywords: Arab state, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, construction, turnpikes, road planning, engineering, concrete, vehicles, flow

PMR-D4484
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: aerial view of city suburbs.
Keywords: Arab state, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, architecture, housing, homes, dwellings, apartments, residential, dormitory

PMR-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-D4438
The Philippines, Luzon: aerial view of the well-developed coastal suburbs of Manila.
Keywords: landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, lush, verdant, panorama

PMR-D4437
Philippine Archipelago: aerial view of well-developed coastal settlements with a small man-made harbour and extensive fish farming pens.
Keywords: landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, lush, verdant, panorama

PMR-D4436
Philippine Archipelago: aerial view of a coastal town with landing jetty, backed by ranges of wooded hills.
Keywords: landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, lush, verdant, panorama

PMR-D4435
Philippine Archipelago: aerial view of a reef with extensive underwater shoals and a small, rocky, uninhabited island.
Keywords: landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, lush, verdant, panorama

PMR-D4434
Philippine Archipelago: aerial view of a reef with a tiny, rocky, uninhabited island,
Keywords: landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, lush, verdant, panorama

PMR-D4433
Philippine Archipelago: aerial view of a group of small, wooded islands, apparently uninhabited.
Keywords: landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, lush, verdant, panorama

PMR-D4432
Philippine Archipelago: aerial view of a small wooded island with coastal settlement.
Keywords: landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, lush, verdant, panorama

PMR-D4431
Philippine Archipelago: aerial view of a coastal town, backed by ranges of wooded hills.
Keywords: landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, lush, verdant, panorama

PMR-D4416
The Philippines, Samar Island: Malajog Ridge Nature Reserve: Calbayog Zip Line runs 750 metres over the water to Daraga Islet. View from the Zip Line.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, verdant, lush, jungle, activities, leisure, thrill, adrenalin

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

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

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

PMR-D4409
The Philippines, Samar Island: Malajog Ridge Nature Reserve: view of Malajog Beach.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, verdant, lush, jungle, sandy, bathing

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

PMR-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D4257
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: Schloss and Park Fantaisie, created by Duchess Elisabeth Friederike Sophie in mid 18th century. Now the home of the Museum of German Garden Culture in 17th-18th centuries. View of the rear facade.
Keywords: Upper Franconia, architecture, historic, heritage, horticulture, garden art

PMR-D4253
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: Schloss and Park Fantaisie, created by Duchess Elisabeth Friederike Sophie in mid 18th century. Now the home of the Museum of German Garden Culture in 17th-18th centuries. View of the facade with fountain and formal flower beds.
Keywords: Upper Franconia, architecture, historic, heritage, horticulture, garden art

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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D2875
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view from the acropolis, with Turkish mainland in the background and remains of a Roman Temple in the foreground.
Keywords: wildflowers, colourful, landscape, Rhodos, Rodos, Mediterranean, island, Byzantine, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, Hellenic

PMR-D2873
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view from the acropolis, with Turkish mainland in the background and common mallow (Malva sylvestris) mixed with large bird's foot trefoil (Lotus uliginosus) in the foreground.
Keywords: wildflowers, botany, plants, colourful, flora, blooms, landscape, Rhodos, Rodos

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-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-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-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-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-D2783
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
View of the reconstructed units and perimeter wall from above.
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2781
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick
General view of the site and car park from the north-west..
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

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-D1177
People's Republic of China, Xining: view of Kumbum Monastery, with the roof of the Golden Tiled Temple visible.
Keywords: architecture, Buddhist, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, colourful

PMR-D1145
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: closer view of the colourful skyscrapers of Pudong.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life, colourful, architecture

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-D1112
Qatar, Doha: view across the landscaped grounds of the Museum Park, with new developments beyond.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1108
Qatar, Doha: view across the bay from the cafe in Museum Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1106
Qatar, Doha: view across the bay from the cafe in Museum Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1104
Qatar, Doha: view across the bay from the Dhow Harbour.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D0780
Thailand, Bangkok: view of the city from the Golden Mount.
Keywords: Buddhist, panorama, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

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-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-D0654
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view across the courtyard of the main prayer hall and a corner minaret from the gallery.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

PMR-D0653
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view across the courtyard of the main prayer hall and a corner minaret from the gallery.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

PMR-D0651
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view of a corner minaret across the marble inlaid courtyard.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

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

This picture: view along an aisle showing the four-column supporting pillars.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

PMR-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-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-D0559
Thailand, Chonburi: view of Wat Yansangwararam from Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien).
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0557
Thailand, Chonburi: Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien), a collection of works of art presented by China in a building completed in 1993 - view of the second floor terrace with Chinese figures, and the lake beyond.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

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

PMR-D0524
Cyprus, Paphos: aerial view of Asprokremnos Dam and Reservoir.
Keywords: landscape, countryside, water storage

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-D0517
England, Somerset, Wells: the cathedral, building of which began in 1175 and continued after its consecration in 1239. It has retained a large part of its Early English architecture in addition to the later Gothic. The first church was built here in 705, but the adjacent mineral "wells" were in use in Roman times.

View from the south-east.
Keywords: architecture, spring water, mineral wells, Early English, mediaeval, heritage, Gothic

PMR-D0516
England, Somerset, Wells: the cathedral, building of which began in 1175 and continued after its consecration in 1239. It has retained a large part of its Early English architecture in addition to the later Gothic. The first church was built here in 705, but the adjacent mineral "wells" were in use in Roman times.

View from the south-east.
Keywords: architecture, spring water, mineral wells, Early English, mediaeval, heritage, Gothic

PMR-D0500
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: view from Gamskopf (1890 metres).
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR-D0485
Greece, Island of Symi: receding view of Symi port and the bay.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0476
Greece, Island of Symi: boats moored along the jetty - late afternoon view from the Castro.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0473
Greece, Island of Symi: view of the bay of Symi port, with the clocktower on the point.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0458
Greece, Island of Symi: view of Panormitis Bay through the monastery door.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0448
Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of the island of Gyali from the acropolis.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0421
Greece, Island of Leros: view of Agia Marina from the Kastro.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0411
Greece, Island of Patmos: view of Skala with harbour from the Monastery of St. John the Theologian.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0410
Greece, Island of Patmos: panoramic view of Skala and isthmus from the Monastery of St. John the Theologian.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

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-D0356
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake Hotel, after dark, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state

PMR-D0355
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and residential blocks, after dark, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state

PMR-D0354
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, after dark, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state

PMR-D0328
England, Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe: Hughendon Manor, a red brick Victorian mansion which was the home of Benjamin Disraeli in the 19th century. During WWII it was the home of a government intelligence unit which analysed aerial photographs of Germany to locate suitable targets for bombing raids. Now the property of The National Trust. View of the house from the bottom of the garden.
Keywords: stately homes, stately gardens

PMR-D0327
England, Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe: Hughendon Manor, a red brick Victorian mansion which was the home of Benjamin Disraeli in the 19th century. During WWII it was the home of a government intelligence unit which analysed aerial photographs of Germany to locate suitable targets for bombing raids. Now the property of The National Trust. View of the house from the bottom of the garden.
Keywords: stately homes, stately gardens

PMR-D0326
England, Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe: Hughendon Manor, a red brick Victorian mansion which was the home of Benjamin Disraeli in the 19th century. During WWII it was the home of a government intelligence unit which analysed aerial photographs of Germany to locate suitable targets for bombing raids. Now the property of The National Trust. View of the house from the bottom of the garden.
Keywords: stately homes, stately gardens

PMR-D0298
Germany, Berlin: Bauhaus Archive and Design Museum of Walter Gropius. View from south-west.
Keywords: Bauhaus School, architecture, art, functional, artefacts

PMR-D0183
Argentina: Salta, a city lying in the Lerma Valley, in the foothills of the Andes. Panoramic view from San Bernardo Hill.
Keywords: capital, Salta la linda

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-D0125
Libya: Ghat, a desert city in the south-west of Libya, on the border with Algeria, in the Fezzan region. Population is about 22,000, mostly Tuareg. View of the fort with a mosque in the foreground.
Keywords: Maghreb, ancient town, historic town, Berber

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

PMR365-04
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

PMR363-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Eichstätt: view of the town in "Franconian Switzerland" from a nearby elevation, showing its many handsome Baroque buildings.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, gables

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

PMR361-01
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

PMR360-11
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

PMR360-01
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

PMR359-03
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

PMR359-01
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

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

PMR357-08
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

PMR350-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the new Franz Josef Strauss Airport near Erding, taken on opening day, 17th May 1992. View of the control tower, and newly planted trees.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, München, modern, state-of-the-art, aviation

PMR350-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the new Franz Josef Strauss Airport near Erding, taken on opening day, 17th May 1992. View of the new terminal building (left) with car parks (right) and control tower.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, München, modern, state-of-the-art, aviation

PMR350-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the new Franz Josef Strauss Airport near Erding, taken on opening day, 17th May 1992. View of aircraft ramp and control tower from spectators' hill.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, München, modern, state-of-the-art, aviation

PMR350-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the new Franz Josef Strauss Airport near Erding, taken on opening day, 17th May 1992. View of hangars and freight terminal from spectators' hill.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, München, modern, state-of-the-art, aviation

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

PMR349-12
India, Gwalior: view of the cliff on which Gwalior Fort stands, dominating the town below.
Keywords: culture, historic, heritage, fortifications, defence, geology

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

PMR347-11
India, Agra, the Red Fort, built by the Moghuls, but probably dating back before the 10th century: This white marble belvedere on the walls of the Red Fort offers extensive views of the Yamuna River.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing

PMR347-01
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". View of the main street from the top of the Palace of the Winds.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, panorama, Rotelbus

PMR340-12
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view from the Mönchjochshütte near the Jungfraujoch (3466 metres).
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery

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

PMR339-07
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

PMR339-01
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: view of the Upper Glacier from the Hotel Wetterhorn.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, barren, crevasse

PMR338-10
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

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

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

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

PMR331-02
Sweden, Stockholm: view of the old city (Riddarsholmen and Gamla Stan) from the 100-metre-high tower of the Stadshuset, showing: Ropyal Palace (left), Storkyrkan (cathedral), Riddarhuset (Knights' House), Riddarholmskyrkan (Knight Island Church), and Wrangel Palace etc.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, capital city, panorama, aerial view, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, cloudscape

PMR331-01
Sweden, Stockholm: view of the modern city from the 100-metre-high tower of the Stadshuset, showing: Centralbron flyover, railway station (left), church of St. Clare, and new tower block developments.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, capital city, panorama, aerial view, traffic, elevated roads

PMR330-12
Sweden, Stockholm: view from the south entrance to the Royal Palace, showing the National Museum and, in the distance, impressive frontages on the Strandvägen across the water.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, boats, street scene, ferryboat, moorings

PMR330-06
Sweden, Stockholm: the New Opera House, a Baroque building from 1898, stands on the site of the Old Opera House. Side view from Helgeands Island.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city, statue, drama, stage, music, acting

PMR329-03
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. Turku Castle dates back to 1280, but has been expanded a number of times. View of the inner courtyard. It now houses the town's historical museum.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, red-brick, cobblestones

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

PMR328-07
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

PMR328-02
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

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

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

PMR326-02
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

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

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

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

PMR322-04
USSR, Leningrad: Pushkin Theatre (formerly Alexandra Theatre) built in 1828-32 by Carlo Rossi, in Pushkin Square. Side view.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, drama, acting, thespians, stage, plays, St. Petersburg

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

PMR321-05
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

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

PMR319-12
USSR, Moscow: view of the Kremlin and River Volga from Kamenny Bridge, showing the Kremlin walls and Water Tower.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, monument, capital city, skyline

PMR318-09
Poland, Cracow: view of the Main Square showing the Town Hall Tower and the south end of the Cloth Hall.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, 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

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

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

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

PMR314-11
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

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

PMR312-03
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

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

PMR311-03
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

PMR310-05
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

PMR309-10
Germany, West Berlin: section of the Berlin Wall near Charlottenstrasse, with a view through one of the many holes, showing the parallel wall on the other side of "no-man's land".
Keywords: historic, division

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

PMR307-07
Germany, West Berlin: view of the old (ruined) and new (glass) Kaiser Wilhelm I Memorial Church.
Keywords: architecture, monument, culture, heritage, historic, contrast

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

PMR306-10
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

PMR306-01
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

PMR305-10
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

PMR305-04
Italy, Tuscany, Casale Marittima: distant view of the town with Volvo 245 in foreground.
Keywords: historic, picturesque, landscape, hilltown

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

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

PMR303-03
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

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

PMR300-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: Early morning view of Lake Tegern from the north, with Mount Wallberg in the distance.
Keywords: Tegernsee, alpine scenery, mountains, Alps, nature, countryside, meadows, landscape, vista

PMR235-05
Romania, Moldavia, Vama: view of the town and Moldova Valley.
Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, vista

PMR224-04
Greece, Delphi: Apollo's Temple, erected between 370 and 330 BC, where the Omphalos stone (the centre of the Greek world) and the Pythia oracle were to be found. View from above, showing part of the amphitheatre and view of the valley.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations

PMR224-03
Greece, Delphi: Apollo's Temple, erected between 370 and 330 BC, where the Omphalos stone (the centre of the Greek world) and the Pythia oracle were to be found. View of part of the temple with the valley in the background.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations

PMR299-10
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: The Loreley Rocks overlooking the Rhine Valley, where, according to legend, a beautiful enchantress lured boatmen to their deaths with her song. Here: view of the River Rhine, snaking its way northwards between steep banks.
Keywords: Romantic Rhine, Rock of Lore, landscape, autumn, hills

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

PMR299-06
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 from the stone bridge with the statue of a saint in the foreground. 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 from the stone bridge with the figure of a saint in the foreground.
Keywords: church, religious building, historic building, 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

PMR299-03
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 west facade, recently painted, after much research, in the original colours. 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 west facade, now painted, after much research, in the original colours.
Keywords: church, mediaeval, historic building, religious building

PMR299-01
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: late afternoon view from the old stone bridge over the River Lahn. 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: late afternoon view from the old stone bridge over the River Lahn.
Keywords: church, religious building, historic building, mediaeval

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

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

PMR297-03
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

PMR294-11
Turkey, Edirne: Selim Mosque, built 1569-75 by the architect Sinan in the reign of Selim II.
View of the courtyard and ablutions fountain.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, minarets, architecture, Mohammed, culture, historic, heritage

PMR294-09
Turkey, Edirne: Selim Mosque, built 1569-75 by the architect Sinan in the reign of Selim II.
Frontal view.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, minarets, architecture, Mohammed, culture, historic, heritage

PMR294-02
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

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

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

PMR292-07
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

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

PMR290-06
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

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

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

PMR287-05
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

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

PMR286-09
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

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

PMR285-03
Turkey, Kusadasi: view of the harbour from the road, with masses of flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: port , harbour, jetty, fishing boats, yachts, moorings, sailing boats, motor boats, cruise liners

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

PMR284-06
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

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

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

PMR281-05
Turkey: fishing boats in the harbour at Bandirma, on the Marmora Sea. View along the quay, with customs house in the background.
Keywords: port, mosque, minaret, jetty, moorings

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

PMR280-09
England, Cambridgeshire, Ely Cathedral: view of cathedral gardens and mediaeval buildings including the bishop's residence, from the top of the West Tower.
Keywords: architecture, Gothic, Romanesque, mediaeval, medieval, Church of England

PMR280-07
England, Cambridgeshire, Ely Cathedral: view of the unique octagon tower and lantern from the top of the West Tower. Built after the collapse of the original Norman tower in 1322, the lantern is of timber construction, coated with lead, and weighs about 400 tons.
Keywords: architecture, Gothic, Romanesque, mediaeval, medieval, Church of England, stone carving, culture, artistic, masonry

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

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

PMR278-11
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

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

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

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

PMR272-03
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: southern tip of Miami Beach with Marina, as seen from the aircraft.
Keywords: aerial view, panorama, architecture, development, yacht harbour

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

PMR270-06
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: part of Andros Island as seen from the aircraft.
Keywords: aerial view, panorama, seascape, islands

PMR270-05
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Fisher Island and Biscayne Bay as seen from the aircraft.
Keywords: aerial view, panorama, seascape, islands

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

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

PMR261-09
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

PMR261-03
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

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

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

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

PMR258-07
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

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

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

PMR253-04
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

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

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

PMR251-08
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

PMR251-03
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

PMR250-11
Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines.The Abbey, viewed from the Polish War Cemetery, with shadow of th Polish flag!
Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site

PMR250-10
Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. The remarkable view from the "Loggia del Paradiso".
Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site

PMR250-07
Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. View of the town and its valley from the Abbey.
Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site

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

PMR250-02
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

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

PMR249-05
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

PMR249-01
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

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

PMR248-01
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

PMR247-02
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

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

PMR245-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Bavaria Film Studios (Geiselgasteig), Grünwald. Film set for an American "Toyland" children's TV film, with pink & white chalets and "go-cars".
View of the "town hall" and "candy factory" from the verandah of a chalet. (The set was originally a mining village with pit-head buildings for a German TV series).
Keywords: München, colourful, filming, fairy tale, make-believe, story-book, fantasy

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

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

PMR243-09
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

PMR243-04
Switzterland: view of the Rhine Falls near Schaffhausen, with swans and cygnets in the foreground.
Keywords: waterfalls, loud, white water, flowing, fast, deafening

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

PMR240-07
Germany, Hesse, Wasserkuppe: stage of the 9th Transeuropeenne de vol a voile (Transeuropean Glider Competition) in the Rhön Mountains, where Lilienthal made the very first glider flights. View of the downhill runway.
Keywords: aircraft, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, glider, sailplane

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

PMR239-09
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

PMR239-06
Germany. Lower Saxony: Walsrode Ornithological Park, the largest bird collection in the world, with over 5,000 specimens on display. Part of the 40-foot-high "free flight" bird enclosure, where a typical sandy beach is reproduced, with rocks and breaking waves.
Oystercatchers, Turnstones, Sandpipers, a Cattle Egret and an Inca Tern on view.
Keywords: living enclosures, zoological garden, avifauna, ornithology, cages, birdlife

PMR237-09
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt: view of the idyllic Secu Valley, with grazing horse.
Keywords: rural, landscape, picturesque, natural, nature, countryside, blossom, meadow, kingcups

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

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

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

PMR231-01
Greece: Mistra, a Byzantine town founded by the Franks in 1249, straggles up the hillside to the protecting fortress on the peak. View of the Great Hall, on the first floor of the Palace of the Despots.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, heritage, monument

PMR230-08
Greece: Mistra, a Byzantine town founded by the Franks in 1249, straggles up the hillside to the protecting fortress on the peak. View over the Metropolis Church (ca. 1330) with adjoining museum and Bishop's Palace.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, heritage, monument

PMR230-07
Greece: Mistra, a Byzantine town founded by the Franks in 1249, straggles up the hillside to the protecting fortress on the peak. Monemvasia Gate on the left, with a view over Metropolis Church, the main church in Mistra, dating from about 1330.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, heritage, monument

PMR230-05
Greece: Mistra, a Byzantine town founded by the Franks in 1249, straggles up the hillside to the protecting fortress on the peak. View over the Byzantine Church of Afendiko, built in 1310, the largest church in Mistra.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, heritage, monument

PMR230-04
Greece: Mistra, a Byzantine town founded by the Franks in 1249, straggles up the hillside to the protecting fortress on the peak. View of the Byzantine Church of Agii Theodori with Judas tree in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, heritage, monument

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

PMR228-09
Greece, Old Corinth: view of the Agora and Temple of Apollo from the west, with the Gulf of Corinth in the background.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

PMR226-08
Greece, Athens: view of the Acropolis from the north-west with flowering shrubs and Judas tree in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR226-07
Greece, Athens: view of the Greek Agora site, with the Stoa of Attalus, with Lykabettos Hill in the background.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR225-01
Greece, Athens: view of the Parthenon from the Propylaeum. It was built between 447 and 432 BC by Phydias.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR224-07
Greece, Delphi: view of the site from the highest point, with the Temple of Apollo, Treasure House of the Athenians, and in the distance, the Gymnasion and Marmaria.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations

PMR224-06
Greece, Delphi: the Stadium, where the Delphi Games took place. 177.55 metres long, accommodating 7000 spectators, with 17 or 18 running tracks. View of the seating, starting line, and remains of the Roman Triumphal Arch.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, sport, athletics, competition

PMR222-07
Austria, Styria, Eisenerz: view of the workings of the Erzberg from the outskirts of the mining town.
Keywords: industrial, mining, architecture, raw materials, excavation

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

PMR221-08
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

PMR221-05
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

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

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

PMR217-01
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

PMR216-09
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

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

PMR215-05
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

PMR215-04
Volvo 245D6 Diesel Estate - half front view.
Keywords: automobile, car

PMR215-03
Volvo 245D6 Diesel Estate - three-quarter view.
Keywords: automobile, car

PMR215-02
Volvo 245D6 Diesel Estate - side view.
Keywords: automobile, car

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

PMR209-01
Israel, Bethlehem: view of the arab market place.
Keywords: street scene, street trader, soukh, bazaar

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

PMR207-03
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

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

PMR206-02
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

PMR204-12
Israel, Dead Sea, Masada: a fortified rock plateau, on which Herod the Great built his palaces. Site of Roman siege in 37-31 BC when allegedly 900 Jews committed mass suicide. View from the lookout tower: stone quarry in the foreground, storerooms on the left, and the Dead Sea in the background.
Keywords: desert, fortifications, defence, isolated, tragedy, historic, UNESCO Site, steep, impregnable

PMR204-04
Israel, Dead Sea, Masada: a fortified rock plateau, on which Herod the Great built his palaces. Site of Roman siege in 37-31 BC when allegedly 900 Jews committed mass suicide. View of the snake path, cable car and car park, with the Dead Sea in the background. On the left, site of one of the Roman siege camps.
Keywords: desert, fortifications, defence, isolated, tragedy, historic, UNESCO Site, steep, impregnable

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

PMR203-07
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

PMR203-04
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

PMR203-01
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

PMR202-05
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

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

PMR201-04
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

PMR201-01
Israel, Eilat: south-easterly view of the Gulf of Eilat with the yacht harbour at Coral Beach and camels "parked" in the foreground.
Keywords: beach, sand, sea, holidays, sun, sunbathing, surfboarding, water sports , scuba diving, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR200-12
Israel, Eilat: view of Coral Beach from the lifeguard's tower, with Aqaba, Jordan, visible on the other side of the gulf.
Keywords: beach, sand, sea, holidays, sun, sunbathing, surfboarding, water sports , scuba diving, Gulf of Aqaba

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

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

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

PMR-D4036
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: view of the city from the revolving restaurant of the Jin Jiang Hotel, with Beijing Road (right).
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, metropolitan, panorama, urban, architecture, skyscrapers, multi-storey, construction, Han

PMR-D4035
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: view of the city from the revolving restaurant of the Jin Jiang Hotel.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, metropolitan, panorama, urban, architecture, skyscrapers, multi-storey, construction

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-D4029
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: view of the karst landscape from the entrance to the Reed Flute Caves.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, photogenic, tourist attraction, historic, heritage, geological, topology

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-D3987
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: view from the top of the 420.metre-high Jin Mao Tower at night, with the lights of Pudong in the foreground and the floodlit Bund on the other side of the Huangpo River.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

PMR-D3986
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: view from the top of the 420.metre-high Jin Mao Tower at night, with the illuminated Orient Pearl Tower in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

PMR-D3985
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: view from the top of the 420.metre-high Jin Mao Tower at night, with the lights of Pudong in the foreground and the floodlit Bund on the other side of the Huangpo River.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

PMR-D3984
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: view from the top of the 420.metre-high Jin Mao Tower at night, with the lights of Pudong in the foreground and the floodlit Bund on the other side of the Huangpo River.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

PMR-D3983
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: view from the top of the 420.metre-high Jin Mao Tower at night, with the lights of Pudong in the foreground and the floodlit Bund on the other side of the Huangpo River.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D3799
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Longsheng: typical housing, near the lower cable-car station.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, topography, extraordinary, breathtaking, spectacular, architecture, aerial view

PMR-D3788
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: close view of the farming implements and tools used by traditional farmers in Guangxi Province.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, farming, peasant, husbandry, smallholding, historic

PMR-D3759
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: the remarkable karst tree-covered hills form a dramatic background to the town. View along the main street.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, sightseeing, shopping, tourist Mecca

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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D3107
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: swimming pool and gardens of the Ciriaco Hotel, with view of the neighbouring islands.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, accommodation, bathing, relaxing, seascape, holidays

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-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-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-D2897
Bahrain, Manama: view of the World Trade Centre from the Bahrain Financial Harbour Building, with fountain and gardens.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2896
Bahrain, Manama: view of the World Trade Centre from the reclaimed area.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D1692
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: gravel pits in the middle of a patchwork of fields. Seen from the air.
Keywords: München, mineral extraction, aerial view, farmers, farming, ecology, landscape, agriculture, panorama

PMR-D1691
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: patchwork of fields of rape, maize and fodder crops, and a total absence of meadowland. Seen from the air.
Keywords: München, aerial view, farmers, farming, ecology, landscape, agriculture, panorama

PMR-D1690
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: patchwork of fields of rape, maize and fodder crops, and a total absence of meadowland. Seen from the air.
Keywords: München, aerial view, farmers, farming, ecology, landscape, agriculture, panorama

PMR-D1689
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: aerial view of Franz-Josef Strauss Airport.
Keywords: München, air terminals, runways, Flughafen, air travel, panorama

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-D1611
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: closer view of the base of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and surrounding buildings.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1606
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: closer view of the colourful skyscrapers of Pudong.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life, colourful, architecture

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-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-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-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-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-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-D1470
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Shegar/Shekar: view of the town and its river from Chöde Monastery.

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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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

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

PMR198-07
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

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

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

PMR195-02
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

PMR193-11
Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: view across the Marina Grande to Mount Tiberius from the terrace of the Villa San Michele, home of the Swedish doctor-writer Axel Munthe, who died in 1949. The town of Capri lies to the right.
Keywords: commanding view, author, literature, books, panorama, scenic

PMR193-09
Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: a pergola in the garden of the Villa San Michele, home of the Swedish doctor-writer Axel Munthe, who died in 1949.
Keywords: commanding view, author, literature, books, turquoise sea

PMR193-08
Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: an ancient sphinx looks out towards the Sorrento Peninsula from the Villa San Michele, home of the Swedish doctor-writer Axel Munthe, who died in 1949.
Keywords: commanding view, author, literature, books, antique, antiquity

PMR193-07
Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: view of the Marina Grande from the Villa San Michele, home of the Swedish doctor-writer Axel Munthe, who died in 1949.
Keywords: commanding view, author, literature, books

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

PMR191-11
Italy, Campania, Isle of Capri: Villa Iovis (Jupiter's Villa), the former palace of Tiberius, surmounting Mount Tiberius (275 metres). Marina Grande lies below.
Keywords: steep, heritage, Roman, ruins, archeology, architecture, commanding view

PMR190-04
Italy, Campania: view across the the crater of Vesuvius.
Keywords: steep, rocky, volcano, ash, lava, magma, cinders, volcanic, eruption, sulphur

PMR190-03
Italy, Campania: viewing the bottom of the crater of Vesuvius, which is substantially deeper since the last eruption in 1944.
Keywords: steep, rocky, volcano, ash, lava, magma, cinders, volcanic, eruption, sulphur

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

PMR189-06
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

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

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

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

PMR186-09
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.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic , heritage, panorama, rooftops, dome

PMR186-05
Hungary, Budapest: view of the River Danube, Margaret Island, Margaret Bridge and the House of Parliament, from the Fishermen's Bastion, Buda.
Keywords: traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, panorama

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

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

PMR183-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria: autumn view from Mount Kampenwand (1680 metres) in the Chiemgau.
Keywords: trees, woods, turning colours, falling leaves, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall

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

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

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

PMR178-10
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

PMR177-01
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: IVth International Horticultural Exhibition, 28th April to 9th October 1983: view of the lily beds and artificial lake.
Keywords: plants, gardens, botany, botanical, flowers, display, gardening, colourful, flowerbeds

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

PMR176-01
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

PMR175-11
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

PMR175-07
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

PMR175-04
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

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

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

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

PMR171-10
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

PMR171-05
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

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

PMR169-03
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

PMR168-04
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

PMR168-02
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

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

PMR166-09
U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: view from Sunset Point.
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

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

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

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

PMR162-10
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

PMR162-06
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

PMR161-09
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

PMR161-06
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

PMR160-11
U.S.A., California: Death Valley National Park, at 86 metres below sea level, the second lowest place in the western hemisphere. Dante's View, looking across Death Valley to the south, with alpine aster in the foreground.
Keywords: desert, dry, salt flats, colourful, mineral deposits, drought, landscape, parched, mountains, rock formations, spectacular, flora, botany, botanical

PMR160-10
U.S.A., California: Death Valley National Park, at 86 metres below sea level, the second lowest place in the western hemisphere. Dante's View. At this height vegetation makes a welcome reappearance. Many Horned Toads around.
Keywords: desert, dry, salt flats, colourful, mineral deposits, drought, landscape, parched, mountains, rock formations, spectacular

PMR160-08
U.S.A., California: Death Valley National Park, at 86 metres below sea level, the second lowest place in the western hemisphere. Looking north from Dante's View, 5475 feet above sea level.
Keywords: desert, dry, salt flats, colourful, mineral deposits, drought, landscape, parched, mountains, rock formations, spectacular

PMR160-07
U.S.A., California: Death Valley National Park, at 86 metres below sea level, the second lowest place in the western hemisphere. View of the spectacularly eroded ridges of yellow clay from Zabriskie Point, seen from the side.
Keywords: desert, dry, salt flats, colourful, mineral deposits, drought, landscape, parched, mountains, rock formations, spectacular

PMR160-06
U.S.A., California: Death Valley National Park, at 86 metres below sea level, the second lowest place in the western hemisphere. View of the spectacularly eroded ridges of yellow clay from Zabriskie Point.
Keywords: desert, dry, salt flats, colourful, mineral deposits, drought, landscape, parched, mountains, rock formations, spectacular

PMR158-12
U.S.A., California: Death Valley National Park, at 86 metres below sea level, the second lowest place in the western hemisphere. Late afternoon view of the Black Mountains near Zabriskie Point.
Keywords: desert, dry, salt flats, colourful, mineral deposits, drought, landscape, parched, mountains, rock formations, spectacular

PMR158-11
U.S.A., California: Death Valley National Park, at 86 metres below sea level, the second lowest place in the western hemisphere. A typical view with saltpan in the foreground.
Keywords: desert, dry, salt flats, colourful, mineral deposits, drought, landscape, parched, mountains, rock formations, spectacular

PMR158-10
U.S.A., California, Barstow: Calico Ghost Town, an old silver mining town in the Mojave Desert, restored by Walter Knott. The town grew from a mining strike in 1881 and was already deserted by 1907. View of the Playhouse and Lil's Saloon.
Keywords: wild west, wooden buildings, 19th century lifestyle

PMR158-09
U.S.A., California, Barstow: Calico Ghost Town, an old silver mining town in the Mojave Desert, restored by Walter Knott. The town grew from a mining strike in 1881 and was already deserted by 1907. View of the main (and only) street.
Keywords: wild west, wooden buildings, 19th century lifestyle

PMR158-08
U.S.A., California, Barstow: Calico Ghost Town, an old silver mining town in the Mojave Desert, restored by Walter Knott. The town grew from a mining strike in 1881 and was already deserted by 1907. View of the school house.
Keywords: wild west, wooden buildings, 19th century lifestyle

PMR158-07
U.S.A., California, Barstow: Calico Ghost Town, an old silver mining town in the Mojave Desert, restored by Walter Knott. The town grew from a mining strike in 1881 and was already deserted by 1907. View of the town from above, with the Mojave Desert in the background.
Keywords: wild west, wooden buildings, 19th century lifestyle

PMR158-05
U.S.A., California, Los Angeles: Queen Mary, permanently moored at Long Beach. At 81,237 gross tons, the largest passenger liner of her time. She now serves as a luxury hotel. View of the promenade deck and lifeboats, from the bridge.
Keywords: ocean liner, Cunard, historic, veteran

PMR158-04
U.S.A., California, Los Angeles: Queen Mary, permanently moored at Long Beach. At 81,237 gross tons, the largest passenger liner of her time. She now serves as a luxury hotel. View of the hotel entrance and "Londontowne Plaza". On the left is part of the dome housing Howard Hughes' "Spruce Goose" flying boat.
Keywords: ocean liner, Cunard, historic, veteran

PMR158-03
U.S.A., California, Los Angeles: Queen Mary, permanently moored at Long Beach. At 81,237 gross tons, the largest passenger liner of her time. She now serves as a luxury hotel. View from the Long Beach Downtown Marina.
Keywords: ocean liner, Cunard, historic, veteran, pleasure craft, moorings

PMR156-12
U.S.A., California, Los Angeles: view of the Marineland complex from the Sky Tower (Killer Whale Pool, Giant Aquarium Tank, Pilot Whale Pool, Walrus Pool, etc.)
Keywords: show, sea life, demonstration, performance, bird's eye view, coastline

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

PMR156-09
U.S.A., California, Los Angeles: Marineland - closer view of Killer Whale (Orcinus orca) in the water.
Keywords: show, sea life, demonstration, performance, pool, audience

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

PMR154-05
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

PMR154-02
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Speyer: the cathedral, one of the largest Romanesque cathedrals in Germany, begun in 1027. View showing two of the four Romanesque towers.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, Rheinland-Pfalz, dwarf gallery

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

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

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

PMR-D2664
Turkey, Dogubayazit, Anatolia: view of the mineral-coloured landscape from the Ishak Pasha Palace.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, photogenic, landscape, cliffs

PMR-D2716
Turkey, Istanbul: aerial view of the Bosphorus with the mouth of the Golden Horn (left), the Bosphorus Bridge, and Haydarpasha Railway Station in the foreground.
Keywords: gegraphy, geographical, geology, geological, bird's eye view, panorama, vista

PMR-D2715
Turkey, Istanbul: aerial view of the Bosphorus with the mouth of the Golden Horn (left), the Bosphorus Bridge, and Haydarpasha Railway Station in the foreground.
Keywords: geography, geographical, geology, geological, bird's eye view, panorama, vista

PMR-D2714
Turkey, Istanbul: aerial view of the Bosphorus with the mouth of the Golden Horn (left), the Bosphorus Bridge, and Haydarpasha Railway Station in the foreground.
Keywords: geography, geographical, geology, geological, bird's eye view, panorama, vista

PMR-D2713
Turkey, Erzurum: aerial view of the agricultural landscape on the edge of the mountains, west of Erzurum.
Keywords: geography, geographical, geological, geology, bird's eye view, panorama, vista

PMR-D2712
Turkey, Erzurum: aerial view of housing estates on the edge of the mountains, west of Erzurum.
Keywords: geography, geographical, bird's eye view, panorama, vista, town planning

PMR-D2711
Turkey, Erzurum: aerial view of the rural, agricultural landscape west of Erzurum.
Keywords: geography, geograhical, bird's eye view, panorama, vista, plains

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-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-D2701
Iran, Firuz Abad: Dezh-e Ardashir Papakan (Palace of Ardashir Papakan) was built in 224 AD under King Ardashir I in the Sassanian era. It has three domes (one collapsed), open at the top, which may have been used for fires to Zoroaster. Closer view of the huge iwan, still intact after nearly 2000 years.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, castle, Zarathustra, Zoroastrianism, fire-temple, Sassanid

PMR-D2700
Iran, Firuz Abad: Dezh-e Ardashir Papakan (Palace of Ardashir Papakan) was built in 224 AD under King Ardashir I in the Sassanian era. It has three domes (one collapsed), open at the top, which may have been used for fires to Zoroaster. View from the front, showing the huge iwan with three open-topped domes behind.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, castle, Zarathustra, Zoroastrianism, fire-temple, Sassanid

PMR-D2688
Iran: a plantation of Date Palms (Phoenix dactylifera) near Shiraz. Closer view of the fruit.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, trees, botany, fruit, fruit-trees, cultivation, horticulture

PMR-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-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-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-D2661
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 from the Palace of the farmer's dwelling house (with satellite dish!).
Keywords: house, home, smallholding

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-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-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-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-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-D2643
Iran, Qareh Kalisa (Black Church): view of the Zagros Mountains from the church.
Keywords: Persia, religion, Christian, Orthodox, landscape, scenery, piccturesque, photogenic

PMR-D2609
Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. View of the site and fortifications from a neighbouring hill.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO, Soleyman

PMR-D2608
Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. View of the site and fortifications from a neighbouring hill, with volcano Zendan-e Soleiman in the distance.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO, Soleyman

PMR-D2607
Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. View of the site and fortifications from a neighbouring hill.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO

PMR-D2601
Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. General view.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO

PMR-D2600
Iran, Takht-e Soleiman (Soloman's Throne): lying on an isolated plain at 2152 m. this was a centre of Zoroastrianism in the 3rd century AD which survives in a ruined state. Later additions were made by the Sassanids and Ilkhanids. General view, with the conical peak of Zendan-e Soleiman (Soloman's Prison) in the distance.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, Zoroaster, Zarathustra, fire temple, UNESCO

PMR-D2593
Iran, Soltaniyeh: Gonbad-e Soltaniyeh (Oljeitu Mausoleum) : view from the dome of the mausoleum over the small town of Soltaniyeh, with the Zagros Mountains in the distance.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Muslim, mosque, Shi-ite, religion, architecture, panorama

PMR-D2557
Iran, Teheran: view over the city from the hills in the north.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city

PMR-D2556
Iran, Qom: Hazrat-e Masumeh is the burial place of Fatemah, sister of the 8th Imam Reza and is the spiritual centre of Qom, which itself is the spiritual centre of Iran. The shrine was begun by Shah Abbas I and completed by other Safavid shahs. Non-Muslims are not allowed in the shrine itself. Closer view of a minaret.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics

PMR-D2554
Iran, Qom: Hazrat-e Masumeh is the burial place of Fatemah, sister of the 8th Imam Reza and is the spiritual centre of Qom, which itself is the spiritual centre of Iran. The shrine was begun by Shah Abbas I and completed by other Safavid shahs. Non-Muslims are not allowed in the shrine itself. Closer view of three of the minarets.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics

PMR-D2544
Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. Closer view of one of the minarets.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO

PMR-D2533
Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Shah or Masjed-e Imam in Naqsh Square was built by Shah Abbas I between 1611-5 and is regarded as the pinacle of Safavid architecture with its perfect proportions and exquisite faience work. A closer view of the stalactite ceiling of the entrance iwan.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, Royal Mosque, Imam Mosque, UNESCO

PMR-D2530
Iran, Isfahan: view of the south end of the Naqsh-e Jahan Square and Jameh Mosque from the terrace of the Kakh-e Ali Qapu (Ali Qapu Palace).
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, minaret, formal gardens

PMR-D2524
Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah in Naqsh-e Jahan Square was built for Shah Abbas I between 1602-19. Dedicated to his father in law, and used only privately for his harem, it has no minaret, but some of the most exquisite surviving Safavid mosaics. View of the dome from within.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics

PMR-D2522
Iran, Isfahan: Masjed-e Jameh (Jameh Mosque) dates back to around 771 AD and contains later additions from the Mongols, Seljuks, Muzzafarids, Timurids and Safavids. The largest mosque in Iran. Closer view of one of the minarets on the south iwan.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, mosaics, UNESCO

PMR-D2476
Iran, Isfahan: One of many dovecotes to be found in the region of Isfahan. They go back about 700 years and were important not only for housing pigeons but also for collecting valuable guano for fertilizer. View inside, with pigeon!
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, historic, doves

PMR-D2474
Iran, Isfahan: Kelisa-ye Vank (Vank Armenian Cathedral) was built between 1648 and 1655 with the approval of the Safavid rulers. View of the cathedral and tower from the adjacent gardens.
Keywords: Persia, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, colourful, historic, heritage

PMR-D2467
Iran, Isfahan: Kelisa-ye Vank (Vank Armenian Cathedral) was built between 1648 and 1655 with the approval of the Safavid rulers. View of the cathedral entrance and clock tower with faience ornamentation.
Keywords: Persia, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, colourful, historic, heritage

PMR-D2463
Iran, Pasargadae: begun in 546 BC the city of Pasargadae was superseded by Darius's Persepolis. View from Tal e-Takht, the former citadel, over the Morghab Plain with the tomb of Cyrus the Great (left) and the Zagros Mountains behind.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, archeology

PMR-D2432
Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The "Tachara" or private palace of Darius the Great. View from the south-east.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology

PMR-D2431
Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
The "Tachara" or private palace of Darius the Great. View from the south showing the frieze of soldiers in "Persian" uniform.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology

PMR-D2382
Iran, Shushtar: the "water mills", centre of a highly developed water distribution and irrigation system developed over thousands of years on the Khuzestan Plains. View of the central basin and installations from above.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, agriculture, crops, water-channels, canals, flow, circulation

PMR-D2375
Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. View from the west.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO

PMR-D2370
Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. View from the north-east.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO

PMR-D2369
Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. View from the north-east.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO

PMR-D2368
Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. General view from the south-east.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO

PMR-D2367
Iran, Haft Tappeh: Choqa Zanbil Ziggurat, the best surviving example of Elamite architecture, part of the town of Dur Untash, founded by King Untash Gal in mid-13th century BC. Built of red brick, it was dedicated to Inshushinak, chief god of the Elamite pantheon. General view from the south-east.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, archeology, ancient, antiquity, historic, heritage, UNESCO

PMR-D2344
Iran, Bisotun: the towering cliffs are carved with a series of famous bas-reliefs dating from 520 BC, carried out on the orders of Darius I after his victory over the Medes. The three-language inscriptions enabled the first deciphering of the cuneiform script.
Here: view of the two historic arches containing carvings, from across the lake.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, UNESCO, historic, heritage, antiquity, archeology, Achaemenids

PMR-D2340
Iran, Asam Abad: view of the modern town on the plain, with hills in the background.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture

PMR-D2339
Iran, Asam Abad: view of the modern town on the plain, with hills in the background.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture

PMR-D2338
Iran, Asam Abad: view of the modern town on the plain, with hills in the background.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture

PMR-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

PMR130K-22
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Khalifa, the world's highest building (828 metres overall), opened to the public on 4th January 2010. It has 163 usable floors. View from the west, with palm trees.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

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

PMR119K-17
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of the Allianz Football Stadium, new home of Bayern-Munich.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aviation, airship, lighter-than-air-flight, aircraft, civil aviation, dirigible, balloon, aerial view

PMR475-08
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic: view from the roof of the Joan Miró Museum, the Fundació Miró, with pool in the foreground.
Keywords: culture, creation, artistic, modern art, work of art, display

PMR428-08
Madeira, Canical: fishermen and helpers gutting the freshly-landed tuna-fish catch on the beach. View of the beach and fishing boats.
Keywords: island, fish, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical

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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D2132
Oman, Muscat: closer view of the giant incense burner overlooking Al Riyam Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-D1817
Cornwall: view from 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-D1796
The Eden Project: view of the Biomes and gardens.
Keywords: green, biodiversity, flora and fauna, environment, amusement park, biotope, visitor attraction, ethical, educational, landscape, geodesic dome

PMR-D1795
The Eden Project: view of the Biomes and gardens.
Keywords: green, biodiversity, flora and fauna, environment, amusement park, biotope, visitor attraction, ethical, educational, landscape, geodesic dome

PMR-D1794
The Eden Project: view of the Biomes and gardens.
Keywords: green, biodiversity, flora and fauna, environment, amusement park, biotope, visitor attraction, ethical, educational, landscape, geodesic dome

PMR-D1793
The Eden Project: view of the Biomes and gardens.
Keywords: green, biodiversity, flora and fauna, environment, amusement park, biotope, visitor attraction, ethical, educational, landscape, geodesic dome

PMR-D1791
The Eden Project: view from the top of the Rainforest Biome.
Keywords: green, geodesic dome, landscape, educational, ethical, visitor attraction, biotope, amusement park, environment

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-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

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-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-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-02
Qatar, Doha: view across the bay from West Bay, with Al Corniche and flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-24
Qatar, Doha: view of the Dhow Harbour with Doha City in the background.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-23
Qatar, Doha: view of the Dhow Harbour and Doha City, with Qatari flag in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-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-01
Myanmar, Bagan: view of Bagan Plain, Dhammayangyi Pahto and the mountains, from Shwegugyi Pahto.
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

PMR687-02
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view into the courtyard through the domed and arcaded gallery.
Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture

PMR487-12
Island of Crete, Arhanes: view from the summit of Mount Yiouhtas (811 metres) - cultivated land and extinct volcano cone.
Keywords: vista, panorama, agriculture, fields, fertile

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

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

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

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

PMR482-10
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

PMR482-08
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

PMR479-11
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: view from the observation deck of Calgary Tower (formerly Husky Tower) showing Stampede Park, site of the famous Exhibition and Stampede every July, with the Saddledome, Big Four Building and Roundup Centre.
Keywords: metropolis, panorama, architecture, skyscrapers, high rise, modern city, oil town

PMR479-10
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: view from the observation deck of Calgary Tower (formerly Husky Tower), with Olympic Plaza (bottom left), Old City Hall. new Municipal Building, andbridges over the Bow River.
Keywords: metropolis, panorama, architecture, skyscrapers, high rise, modern city, oil town

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

PMR477-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: yachts on Lake Chiem with the Alps behind, viewed from Frauen Island.
Keywords: alpine, countryside, open air, alpine scenery, landscape, mountains

PMR476-05
Spain, Catelonia, Playa d'Aro: view of the Masnou complex of holiday apartments and golf course, on a hilltop several miles inland from the Costa Brava.
Keywords: architecture

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

PMR475-04
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

PMR475-02
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

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

PMR474-08
Spain, Catelonia, Girona: view of the cathedral, with the truncated spire of the church of Sant Filiu to the left.
Keywords: architecture, Catholic, 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

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

PMR469-04
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

PMR467-10
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: Ceausescu's "Palace of the People", reputed to be the largest building in the world after the Pentagon, contains over 7000 rooms and several assembly halls. It was built to house both houses of parliament, all principal government ministries, conference centres, as well as the president's own suite. Only the best craftmen were allowed to work on the project. The cost so far (1998) amounts to US$3.3 billion. Front view from the big fountain in the Boulevardul Unirii, approximately one kilometre away..
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Bucuresti, capital city, metrolpolis, Dacia

PMR467-09
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: Ceausescu's "Palace of the People", reputed to be the largest building in the world after the Pentagon, contains over 7000 rooms and several assembly halls. It was built to house both houses of parliament, all principal government ministries, conference centres, as well as the president's own suite. Only the best craftmen were allowed to work on the project. The cost so far (1998) amounts to US$3.3 billion. Front view from the Boulevardul Unirii, with one of the fountains playing.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Bucuresti, capital city, metrolpolis, Dacia

PMR467-08
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: Ceausescu's "Palace of the People", reputed to be the largest building in the world after the Pentagon, contains over 7000 rooms and several assembly halls. It was built to house both houses of parliament, all principal government ministries, conference centres, as well as the president's own suite. Only the best craftmen were allowed to work on the project. The cost so far (1998) amounts to US$3.3 billion. Front view from the Boulevardul Unirii.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Bucuresti, capital city, metrolpolis, Dacia

PMR466-10
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: Ceausescu's "Palace of the People", reputed to be the largest building in the world after the Pentagon, contains over 7000 rooms and several assembly halls. It was built to house both houses of parliament, all principal government ministries, conference centres, as well as the president's own suite. Only the best craftmen were allowed to work on the project. The cost so far (1998) amounts to US$3.3 billion. Side view.
Keywords: architecture, Dacia, metrolpolis, capital city, Bucuresti, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR464-06
Romania, Moldavia, Agapia Monastery ("Agapia din Vale"): the church dates back to the 16th century but is presently (1998) undergoing extensive renovation. The monastery is one of the largest Orthodox nunneries in Europe, with over 400 nuns in residence. View of the compound and geranium-bedecked gallery where some of the nuns have their rooms.
Keywords: mediaeval, Christian, Orthodox, architecture

PMR464-05
Romania, Moldavia, Agapia Monastery ("Agapia din Vale"): the church dates back to the 16th century but is presently (1998) undergoing extensive renovation. The monastery is one of the largest Orthodox nunneries in Europe, with over 400 nuns in residence. View of the entrance gate and belltower, with some of the nuns's bungalows whose gardens are all full of colour.
Keywords: mediaeval, Christian, Orthodox, architecture

PMR464-01
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt: view inside the compound of Romania's largest and oldest monastery (Manastirea Neamt), which dates back to the 14th century, but was rebuilt by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great) in 1497. Approximately 60 monks live in the rooms off the gallery.
Keywords: mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, fortified, fortifications, defence

PMR461-09
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Sucevita: view of the fortified monastery compound with the church in the centre, surrounded by the Carpathian hills. The largest and finest of the Bucovina monasteries and last to be built.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian

PMR461-08
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Sucevita: view of the fortified monastery compound with the church in the centre, surrounded by the Carpathian hills. The largest and finest of the Bucovina monasteries and last to be built.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian

PMR461-07
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Sucevita: view of the fortifications from inside the monastery walls.
Keywords: frescoes, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian

PMR460-03
Romania, Transylvania, Cluj-Napoca: memorial to the Hungarian King Matthias Corvinus (1458-90) who was born in present day Romania (in Cluj-Napoca in 1443). Side view - with reclining resident!
Keywords: Klausenburg, natural heritage, historic, statue, sculpture, monument, bronze

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

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

PMR509-04
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 Lake Forggen from the castle, with figure of the Virgin and Child in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, sculpture, statue, cliff, fairytale castle, turrets, towers, crags, Füssen, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR509-03
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 the Tegelberg. Germany's tourist attraction number 1.
Keywords: alpine, Füssen, crags, towers, turrets, fairytale castle, cliff, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR509-02
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 Marienbrucke (Maria's Bridge). Germany's tourist attraction number 1.
Keywords: alpine, Füssen, crags, towers, turrets, fairytale castle, cliff, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR508-03
Turkey, Istanbul: view along the Bosphorus from the Galata Tower, with the Bogazici Bridge in the distance and old apartment blocks in the foreground.
Keywords: urban panorama

PMR508-02
Turkey, Istanbul: view across the Golden Horn from the Galata Tower showing Gülhane Park surrounding the Topkapi Saray and Aya Sofia on the right (on the far side).
Keywords: straits, watercraft, urban panorama

PMR508-01
Turkey, Istanbul: view of the Galata Bridge and Golden Horn from the Galata Tower, with the Yeni Mosque near the end of the bridge.
Keywords: straits, urban panorama, water craft

PMR507-01
Turkey, Istanbul: view across the Golden Horn with palm trees and gardens, through an arch.
Keywords: park, Istanbul panorama, straits

PMR506-12
Turkey, Istanbul: view of the Galata Tower across the Golden Horn, with alfresco cafe, palm trees and marble fountain in the foreground.
Keywords: straits, eating, coffee time, food with a view, snack meal

PMR506-01
Cyprus (North), Salamis: tracing its origins back to the 12th century BC, Salamis was by far the most famous and important ancient city of Cyprus. It was settled early by people from Mycenae, as may be seen from the burial customs. Greeks, Romans and Byzantines came and went, leaving much of archeological interest. Around the 7th century AD the city was abandoned after a series of Arab attacks and the silting-up of the harbour. Here: view showing the extent of the Necropolis of Cellarka, where the common people of Salamis had their tombs.
Keywords: archeology, ancient civilisation, Greek ruins, Roman ruins, Myceneans, Mycenean ruins

PMR505-08
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia: view of part of the harbour with fishermen and the Kyrenia Mountains in the background.
Keywords: Girne, reflections, fishing boats

PMR505-06
Cyprus (North), Buffavento: View from Buffavento Castle of the plain to the south, from the 6-kilometre unpaved access road.
Keywords: countryside, panorama

PMR505-05
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: view in the lower enceinte, with the belvedere of the middle ward nearest.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, fortifications, ruined castle, commanding view, crag

PMR505-04
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: wild flowers in the lower enceinte, looking towards the buildings of the middle ward.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, crag, commanding view, ruined castle, fortifications

PMR505-03
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: wild flowers in the lower enceinte, looking towards the barbican.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, crag, commanding view, ruined castle, fortifications

PMR505-02
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: the lower enceinte, showing the outer wall and barbican, the main entrance.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, fortifications, ruined castle, commanding view, crag

PMR505-01
Cyprus (North); St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: part of the lower enceinte and corner watch tower, with Giant Fennel flower (Ferula communis).
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, crag, commanding view, ruined castle, fortifications

PMR504-12
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: Prince John's Tower, from whence this monarch's bodyguard were forced to jump in 1373, for suspected treasonous intentions!
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, fortifications, ruined castle, commanding view, crag

PMR504-11
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: the upper enceinte or courtyard may have been planted with useful herbs in Byzantine times.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, fortifications, ruined castle, commanding view, crag

PMR504-10
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: view of the village of Karmi through "the Queen's Window", where, it is said, the queen was wont to pass the time.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, fortifications, ruined castle, commanding view, crag

PMR504-09
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: view of the village of Karmi through a Gothic window frame in the former royal apartments.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, crag, commanding view, ruined castle, fortifications

PMR504-08
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: the remains of one of the west-facing rooms, built into the rock, with part of the coastal plain in the background.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, fortifications, ruined castle, commanding view, crag

PMR504-07
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: view to the north over a jumble of rocks.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, fortifications, ruined castle, commanding view, crag

PMR504-06
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: view to the west with the village of Karmi and the north coastal plain.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, crag, commanding view, ruined castle, fortifications

PMR504-05
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: view from the highest point, showing the approach road and Kyrenia Mountains. The level area was used by the Crusaders for jousting tournaments.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, fortifications, ruined castle, commanding view, crag

PMR504-04
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: view of Girne/Kyrenia, with a few blackened trees still visible from the great bush fire of 1995.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, crag, commanding view, ruined castle, fortifications

PMR504-03
Cyprus (North): St. Hilarion Castle, "a picture-book castle for elf-kings" (Rose Macaulay). Named after a seventh-century hermit, the almost impregnable site has been a monastery, a fortress and a royal palace, occupied by Crusaders, Lusignans, Byzantines, Venetians and lastly used as a Turkish retreat from EOKA attacks in 1964. Here: view of Girne/Kyrenia and the north coastal plain.
Keywords: rocky pinnacle, fortifications, ruined castle, commanding view, crag

PMR504-02
Cyprus (North), Salamis: tracing its origins back to the 12th century BC, Salamis was by far the most famous and important ancient city of Cyprus. It was settled early by people from Mycenae, as may be seen from the burial customs. Greeks, Romans and Byzantines came and went, leaving much of archeological interest. Around the 7th century AD the city was abandoned after a series of Arab attacks and the silting-up of the harbour. Here: view of the palaestra of the Gymnasium from the top of the amphitheatre.
Keywords: archeology, Mycenean ruins, Myceneans, Roman ruins, Greek ruins, ancient civilisation

PMR503-09
Cyprus (North), Gazimagusa/Famagusta: view of the harbour from the Canbulat Bastion.
Keywords: Gazimagusa, dry dock, ship repair

PMR503-08
Cyprus (North), Gazimagusa/Famagusta: carpet of colourful flowering succulents (Lampranthus roseus) on the city walls; view towards the Canbulet Bastion.
Keywords: Gazimagusa, botany, Mediterranean flora

PMR503-07
Cyprus (North), Gazimagusa/Famagusta: the former Gothic cathedral of St. Nicholas, completed between 1298 and 1326, is probably the best preserved Lusignan monument, although it lost its twin towers during the Ottoman bombardment. Later a minaret was added and it became the Lala Mustafa Pasa Camii (Mosque). Here: view of the facade with Judas tree flowers (Cercis siliquastrum).
Keywords: Gazimagusa, architecture, church-mosque

PMR502-08
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia Castle, built by the Byzantines on a Roman site, and extended by the Lusignans and then the Venetians, the castle has never been taken by force due to its massive defences. View from the east with palm tree and Giant Fennel (Ferula communis) in the foreground.
Keywords: fortress, fort, fortified castle, crenellations, Girne

PMR502-07
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia Castle, built by the Byzantines on a Roman site, and extended by the Lusignans and then the Venetians, the castle has never been taken by force due to its massive defences. View from the east; the ancient harbour was to the left of the picture.
Keywords: fortress, fort, fortified castle, crenellations, Girne

PMR502-06
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia Castle, built by the Byzantines on a Roman site, and extended by the Lusignans and then the Venetians, the castle has never been taken by force due to its massive defences. View of the south-east bastion with the ancient harbour in the foreground.
Keywords: fortress, fort, fortified castle, crenellations, Girne

PMR502-03
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia: partial view of the harbour from the castle entrance, with Indian Bead Tree (Melia azedarach) to the right.
Keywords: Mediterranean flora, sailing boats, fishing boats, port

PMR502-02
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia Castle, built by the Byzantines on a Roman site, and extended by the Lusignans and then the Venetians, the castle has never been taken by force due to its massive defences. View of the interior with colourful Crown Marigolds (Chrysanthemum coronarium) and Corn Poppies (Papaver rhoeas) in the foreground.
Keywords: fortress, fort, fortified castle, crenellations, Girne, Mediterranean flora, spring flowers

PMR502-01
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia Castle, built by the Byzantines on a Roman site, and extended by the Lusignans and then the Venetians, the castle has never been taken by force due to its massive defences. View of the interior with palm tree in the foreground.
Keywords: fortress, fort, fortified castle, crenellations, Girne

PMR501-12
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia: harbour view from the castle walls with the chain tower in the centre, from which a chain could be stretched to close the entrance.
Keywords: Girne, fishing boats, sailing ships, port

PMR501-11
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia: harbour view from the castle walls with Mallow-leaved Bindweed (Convolvulus althaeoides) in the foreground.
Keywords: Girne, fishing boats, sailing ships, port, Mediterranean flora

PMR501-10
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia Castle, built by the Byzantines on a Roman site, and extended by the Lusignans and then the Venetians, the castle has never been taken by force due to its massive defences. View of the interior, with the chapel of St. George just visible below the flag.
Keywords: fortress, fort, fortified castle, crenellations

PMR501-08
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia: harbour view from the castle walls with the chain tower (from which a chain could be slung across the entrance to the harbour) and a traditional Turkish sailing vessel.
Keywords: Girne, Turkish sailing ship

PMR501-06
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia: view of the harbour and quayside from the castle walls, including the whole basin and the small boat moorings.
Keywords: Girne, quayside, fishing boats, sailing boats, port

PMR501-05
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia: harbour view with the chain tower (from which a chain could be slung across the harbour entrance), and restaurant tables in the foreground.
Keywords: Girne, port, sailing boats, fishing boats

PMR501-04
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia: harbour view with north-west bastion of the castle.
Keywords: Girne, port, sailing boats, fishing boats

PMR500-11
Cyprus (North), Lefkosa/ North Nicosia: Atatürk Meydani (Square) with the granite column brought from Salamis by the Venetians and formerly bearing the Venetian Lion.
Keywords: Lefkosa, street view, modern shops

PMR500-04
Cyprus (North), Lefkosa/ North Nicosia: Atatürk Meydani (Square) with the granite column brought from Salamis by the Venetians and formerly bearing the Venetian Lion.
Keywords: Lefkosa, street view

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

PMR496-06
Island of Crete, Aptera: view across Soudha Bay to Akrotiri with currently used fortress in the foreground, and the heavily defended island of Nea Soudha.
Keywords: national heritage, fortifications, defence, landscape, coastline

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

PMR496-03
Island of Crete, Palace of Festos: view towards the Psiloritis Mountains; in the cleft between the two peaks is the Kamares cave, where Zeus was said to have been born.
Keywords: national heritage, archeology, archeological, excavations, historic, mythology

PMR496-01
Island of Crete, Ayia Triada: view of the site (partly roofed-over) from the south east, with ruins of a Minoan house in the foreground.
Keywords: national heritage, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology

PMR495-12
Island of Crete, Ayia Triada: view of the ruins of the Minoan market place and row of stores (right) with columned portico.
Keywords: national heritage, shops, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology

PMR495-11
Island of Crete, Palace of Festos: view across olive groves towards the mountains.
Keywords: landscape, cultivated, agricultural

PMR495-10
Island of Crete, Palace of Festos: view of the Minoan ruins from the north-west, showing the grand stairway and the central court.
Keywords: national heritage, excavations, historic, archeological, archeology, architecture

PMR495-08
Island of Crete, Falasarna: view of the site of the ruined city, founded prior to the 6th century BC; the harbour has completely disappeared..
Keywords: national heritage, historic, archeology, archeological

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

PMR494-01
Island of Crete, Harnia: view of the town and Kastelli Hill from the Schiavo Bastion on the town wall.
Keywords: architecture, houses, dwellings, panorana

PMR493-05
Island of Crete, Rethimnon: view of the town and fortress from the new road.
Keywords: architecture, ship, harbour , community, traditional houses, defence

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

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

PMR490-04
Island of Santorini: late afternoon view of Fira and Mount Profitis Ilias with its radar masts.
Keywords: photogenic, hilltop, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses

PMR490-02
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

PMR489-11
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

PMR489-07
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

PMR489-03 (1)
Island of Santorini, Fira: two of the local cats are somewhat blase about the view.
Keywords: photogenic, vista, colourful, picturesque

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

PMR488-02
Island of Crete, Arhanes: view of the entire village from the summit of Mount Yiouhtas (811 metres).
Keywords: vista, panorama

PMR488-01
Island of Crete, Arhanes: view from the summit of Mount Yiouhtas (811 metres), with Iraklion in the distance.
Keywords: vista, fields, fertile, panorama, agricultural

PMR459-11
Hungary, Debrecen: view of the main street, Piac utca, from a tower of the Great Reform Church, with the tower of the Small Reform Church on the right.
Keywords: panorama, cityscape, 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

PMR459-04
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

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

PMR457-03
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

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

PMR455-10
Hungary, Szeged: view of the cathedral square from the porch of the Votive Church. The arcades house a pantheon of busts and memorials to eminent Hungarians.
Keywords: national heritage, stone carvings, architecture, historical, Christian, religion

PMR453-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: west facade of the New Palace built 1701-27 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria to plans of architects Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner. Oblique view.
Keywords: architecture, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park, flower gardens

PMR451-10
Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: view from Avikalnis, a sand dune now covered with vegetation and trees, to the sea on the other side of the peninsula.
Keywords: ecology, Courland Spit, geology, nature reserve, wooded, landscape

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

PMR447-07
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

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

PMR442-03
France, Paris: view of the city and the Eiffel Tower from the dome of Sacré-Coeur Basilica.
Keywords: capital city, panorama, architecture, metropolis

PMR442-02
France, Paris: view of the city from the steps of Sacré-Coeur Basilica with its colourful street traders.
Keywords: capital city, metropolis, architecture, paorama

PMR441-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the lakes and reedbeds in this nature reserve..
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, water table

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

PMR440-10
England, Devon: facade of Leigh Barton Farm, viewed from the threshing barn..
Keywords: winter, historic, early morning

PMR438-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: view of the landscape, emerging from a pedestrian underpass.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours

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

PMR436-06
Lithuania, Trakai: view from the camping site on Lake Galvé, in Trakai National Park.
Keywords: countryside, rural, parkland

PMR436-04
Lithuania, Vilnius: St. Stanislaw's Cathedral stands on the site of numerous predecessors going back to pre Christian times. The present classical building was completed in 1783 by L. Stuoka-Gucevicius. In soviet times it was used as a concert hall. Oblique view, with the tower of the castle (Gediminas Tower) on its hill in the background.
Keywords: city, neo-classical, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR435-12
Lithuania, Kaunas: the Garrison Church, built in neo Byzantine style for the town garrison of the Tzar in 1895 (side view). It now houses a museum of sculpture.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, photogenic, architecture

PMR540-06
Croatia, Senj: view of the islands of Prvic and Rab, with Cres in the distance, from the coastal mountains.
Keywords: landscape, vista, wooded hills, countryside, nature

PMR540-05
Croatia, Senj: view of the island of Krk and the Adriatic Sea from the coastal mountains.
Keywords: landscape, colourful, vista, nature, countryside, wooded hills

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

PMR539-02
Slovakia, Zilina: view of the River Vah from the ramparts of Strecno Castle, looking towards Zilina.
Keywords: defence, Sillein, fortifications, national heritage, mediaeval, historic, panorama

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

PMR538-05
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

PMR538-02
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

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

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

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

PMR536-03
Syria, Palmyra: view of the adjacent modern town, Tadmur, from Qalaat ibn Maan Fortress.
Keywords: landscape, historical, desert, panorama

PMR536-02
Syria, Palmyra: view of the Colonnaded Way and antique city from Qalaat ibn Maan Fortress. The former was built after the visit of the Emperor Hadrian in 129 AD.
Keywords: architecture, columns, Roman, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical, desert, ruined city, panorama, landscape

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

PMR534-10
Iraq, Baghdad: view of "Baghdad Island" and boating lake from the top of the tower, with bridge over the River Tigris in the background.
Keywords: architecture, leisure park, leisure centre, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam

PMR534-09
Iraq, Baghdad: Abbasid Palace, believed to have been built under Caliph Al-Nasser Lidinillah (1179-1225). Some scholars believe it to have been the Sharabiya School, mentioned by historians. Extensively restored after Ottoman use. View from the gardens at the back of the building.
Keywords: architecture, cupola, dome, national heritage, historic, culture, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam

PMR534-04 (2)
Iraq, Baghdad: Medrese Al-Mustansariya, the principal school/university in the Abbasid era. Built under Caliph Al-Mustansir Billah (1226-1242), it provided lecture halls, library, refectory, baths, student accommodation, hospital with pharmacy, and mosque. The curriculum included Arabic, Theology, Astronomy, Mathematics, Pharmacy, Medicine, and especially, Koran studies.
View of the courtyard and colourful minaret from the first-floor gallery.
Keywords: architecture, madrassa, madrasa, centre of studies, education, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage

PMR534-04 (1)
Iraq, Baghdad: Medrese Al-Mustansariya, the principal school/university in the Abbasid era. Built under Caliph Al-Mustansir Billah (1226-1242), it provided lecture halls, library, refectory, baths, student accommodation, hospital with pharmacy, and mosque. The curriculum included Arabic, Theology, Astronomy, Mathematics, Pharmacy, Medicine, and especially, Koran studies.
View of the courtyard and colourful minaret from the entrance.
Keywords: architecture, madrassa, madrasa, centre of studies, education, Mesopotamia, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage

PMR533-10
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:
view from the roof of theTemple of the Sun, showing the wall of the temple compound and one of the western gates. The area beyond was the residential quarter (waiting to be excavated).
Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, ruined city, desert, historical, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, culture

PMR533-07
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:
view from the temple courtyard, with loose stones for reintegration in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical, desert, ruined city, Mesopotamia

PMR532-09
Iraq: Bashiqa, a village in the north where Christians and Yazidi have lived together peaceably for centuries (2001). Yazidi normally speak Kurdish, but in Bashiqa Arabic is the norm. Their religion is a combination of Mithraism, Shamanism, Christianity and Islam. They are forbidden to marry outside their religion.
View of the village from the hilltop graveyard.
Keywords: Mesopotamia, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim, panorama, dwellings

PMR532-08
Iraq, Mosul: view from the summit of Mount Maqloub in the mountains of Kurdistan, on the monastery terrace, with local village in the foreground.
Keywords: Muslim, agriculture, geology, countryside, landscape, panorama, Islam, natural heritage, Mesopotamia

PMR532-07
Iraq, Mosul: Mar Mathi (St. Matthew's) Monastery, on the summit of Mount Maqloub, part of the mountains of Kurdistan. The Syrian Orthodox monastery was founded in the 4th century. View of the arcaded galleries with monks' cells surrounding the courtyard.
Keywords: Mesopotamia, culture, architecture, Christian, natural heritage

PMR531-06
Iraq, Kalhu/Kalach (now known as "Nimrud"): refounded in 13th century BC on ancient foundations by the Assyrians, it became the seat of the royal house after Ashur:
view of the ziggurat from the entrance to the north-west palace, with oblique view of the "Lamassu" guarding the door.
Keywords: architecture, Kalach, Kalhu, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical, desert, ruined city, Mesopotamia

PMR530-10
Iraq, Samarra: view of the Great Mosque, built in 852 AD, from the top of the spiral minaret (Al-Malwiya = spiral shaped). It is in the course of reconstruction.
Keywords: architecture, panorama, archeological, archeology, Mesopotamia, natural heritage, Islam, Muslim

PMR530-06
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

PMR530-02
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

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

PMR528-04
Iraq: Uruk, the city which succeeded Ur and was continuously inhabited from about 4000 BC until 500 AD, where the first writing system (cuneiform) was developed. The 9.5-kilometre-long city wall was built by King Gilgamesh and described in his Epic:
view of the ziggurat, built of unbaked mud bricks and thus very weathered.
Keywords: Mesopotamia, desert, ruined city, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical

PMR528-03
Iraq: Uruk, the city which succeeded Ur and was continuously inhabited from about 4000 BC until 500 AD, where the first writing system (cuneiform) was developed. The 9.5-kilometre-long city wall was built by King Gilgamesh and described in his Epic:
view of the excavations from the ziggurat, with the desert behind stretching through Saudi Arabia.
Keywords: Mesopotamia, desert, ruined city, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical

PMR527-06
Iraq: Ur, the oldest known large city, founded perhaps 6000 years ago, the Sumerian capital in its heyday, the third millennium BC, and according to the Bible, birthplace of Abraham as "Ur of the Chaldees":
view to the east from the ziggurat with the foundations of Ekhursag palace/shrine, and the Euphrates in the far distance.
Keywords: architecture, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical, desert, ruined city, Mesopotamia

PMR527-01
Iraq, Ctesiphon: the ruins of this city, 30 kilometres northwest of Baghdad, date back to the 2nd century BC, but include this enormous vaulted roof, or "evan", 37 metres high and 25.5 metres wide, built without scaffolding in the third century AD. It is the largest vault known to antiquity. View from the side, showing the leaning facade, saved by a buttress. The subsidence is due to the high water table in this area.
Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, historic, archeological, archeology, Muslim, Islam, natural heritage

PMR525-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view of the Ludwigs-Brucke over the River Isar, with the tower of the Volksbad on the right, part of the Deutsches Museum on the left, and the German Patent Office and the European Patent Office in the background.
Keywords: München, winter sunshine, metropolis, traffic

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

PMR524-04
England, London: closer view of two of the gongolas of the "London Eye", erected for the millennium.
Keywords: capital city, metropolis, big wheel, landmark

PMR524-03
England, London: the "London Eye", erected for the millennium. Side view, with crowds on the Embankment in front of County Hall.
Keywords: capital city, metropolis, big wheel, landmark

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

PMR519-07
Italy, Sicily, Agrigento: view of the new approach-road and surrounding countryside from the cathedral.
Keywords: Sicilia, viaduct, landscape, panorama

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

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-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-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-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

PMR143K-10
England, Somerset, Wells: the cathedral, building of which began in 1175 and continued after its consecration in 1239. It has retained a large part of its Early English architecture in addition to the later Gothic. The first church was built here in 705, but the adjacent mineral "wells" were in use in Roman times.

Closer view of the central west front, which has the largest collection of carved figures in Europe. Begun in 1230, these were at first painted in bright colours.
Keywords: architecture, Gothic, heritage, mediaeval, Early English, mineral wells, spring water

PMR143K-08
England, Somerset, Wells: the cathedral, building of which began in 1175 and continued after its consecration in 1239. It has retained a large part of its Early English architecture in addition to the later Gothic. The first church was built here in 705, but the adjacent mineral "wells" were in use in Roman times.

View from the south-east.
Keywords: architecture, spring water, mineral wells, Early English, mediaeval, heritage, Gothic

PMR143K-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: autumn view of the Karwendel Mountains from the reedy shore of Lake Ferchen.
Keywords: alpine, hiking, alpine lake, alpine valley, fall, autumn colours

PMR142K-36
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: autumn view of the Karwendel Mountains from the reedy shore of Lake Ferchen.
Keywords: alpine, autumn colours, fall, alpine valley, alpine lake, hiking

PMR142K-35
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: autumn view of the Karwendel Mountains from Hoher Kranzberg (1391 metres).
Keywords: alpine, hiking, alpine lake, alpine valley, fall, autumn colours

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

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-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-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

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-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-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-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

PMR137K-02
Mongolia, Övörkhangai Aimag (Province), Kharkhorin, formerly Karakorum: Erdene Zuu Khiid (Monastery) is Mongolia's oldest monastery, founded in 1586 by Altai Khaan. It contained up to 100 temples within its walls as well as numerous gers. Perhaps 1000 monks were in residence at its peak. With the exception of three temples, the monastery was laid waste in the Stalinist purges of 1937, and the monks dispersed or killed. Since 1990 it has resumed its religious role.
This picture: view of the boundary wall with its 108 stupas.
Keywords: Mongol, sharmanism, religious monuments, Chinggis Khaan, Genghis Khan, steppe, Outer Mongolia

PMR136K-30
Mongolia, Arkhangai Aimag (Province): Tsetserleg, capital of Arkhangai Province, has a population of about 18,000. Here, a view of the dwellings comprising the town, spreading up the hillside below the outcrop of rocks.
Keywords: Mongol, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism

PMR136K-29
Mongolia, Arkhangai Aimag (Province): Tsetserleg, capital of Arkhangai Province, has a population of about 18,000. Here, a view of the dwellings comprising the town, spreading up the hillside.
Keywords: Mongol, 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

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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-08
Cambodia: Lake Tonle Sap, the largest freshwater lake in South East Asia, reaches its maximum size during the monsoon season, before shrinking radically during the rest of the year. It is a nature reserve and UNESCO designated Biosphere.

This picture: a general view of the floating village - the water level can change up to 9 metres in a year.
Keywords: biosphere, ecology, bird reserve, nature reserve, wild life habitat, natural 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-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-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-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-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

PMR131K-09
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, after dark, with the "Dancing Fountains" programme in full swing; from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

PMR131K-08
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, after dark, with the "Dancing Fountains" programme in full swing; from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

PMR131K-07
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, late afternoon, with the "Dancing Fountains" programme just beginning; from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR131K-06
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, late afternoon, with the "Dancing Fountains" programme just beginning; from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR131K-05
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, late afternoon, with the "Dancing Fountains" programme just beginning; from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

PMR131K-04
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: reflections of the city panorama in the glass facade from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR131K-03
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: lace-like, concrete, load-bearing shell of the 22-storey O14 Tower (centre) in the new Business Bay on Dubai Creek, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR131K-02
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: reminiscent of a 1950s juke box, the blue and red Al Meraikhi Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR131K-01
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Al Murooj Rotana Hotel complex from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

PMR130K-36
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: new twin-tower high-rise development in Za'Abeel, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR130K-35
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: swimming pool area of Burj Dubai Lake Hotel, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

PMR130K-34
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: skyscrapers on Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Safa Street interchange and Al Murooj Hotel complex, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high, late afternoon.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR130K-33
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake and Hotel, morning, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

PMR130K-32
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: residential blocks with swimming pool, adjacent to Burj Dubai Lake, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

PMR130K-31
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: new high.rise developments in Za'Abeel, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

PMR130K-30
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: new high-rise developments in Za'Abeel, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

PMR130K-29
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: skyscrapers on Sheikh Zayed Road with the Al Safa Street interchange, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high, around midday.
Keywords: modern architecture, lawn sprinklers, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, high rise buildings, desert city, skyscrapers

PMR130K-28
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: the twin Emaar Towers from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR130K-27
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Dusit Thani Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high. It has traditional Thai decor inside.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR130K-26
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: skyscrapers on Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Safa Street interchange and Al Murooj Hotel complex, from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR130K-25
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Burj Dubai Lake from the viewing platform of Burj Khalifa, 452 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR130K-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

PMR129K-34
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: autumn view of Badenburg Lake in Nymphenburg Park.
Keywords: national heritage, historic, picturesque, München, capital of Bavaria

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-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-24
Canada, Ontario, Ottawa: view of Alexandra Bridge over the Ottawa River.
Keywords: metropolis, architecture, capital city, picturesque, 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-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

PMR127K-23
USA; Massachusetts, Plymouth: general view of "Plimoth Plantation", a reconstruction of the original settlement in1627 of the Pilgrim Fathers.
Keywords: Pilgrim Fathers, New England, port, seaport, early settlers, Mayflower, emigration

PMR127K-21
Canada, Quebec, Montreal: view from the Mount Royal Park lookout, with the Green Mountains in the distance.
Keywords: paorama, autumn in the city, metropolis

PMR127K-20
Canada, Quebec, Montreal: view from the Mount Royal Park lookout, with the Olympic Stadium in the distance.
Keywords: paorama, autumn in the city, metropolis

PMR127K-18
Canada, Ontario, Toronto: Hyatt Hotel, from the viewing platform of the CN Tower (446 metres)
Keywords: architecture, high-rise building, modern architecture

PMR127K-17
Canada, Ontario, Toronto: view from the CN Tower (553 metres) completed in 1976, the world's highest tower until 2007.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise buildings, panorama

PMR127K-13
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: view of Pfronten from the summit of Breitenberg (1838 metres a.s.l.).
Keywords: alpine, panorama, spring, mountain range, pasture

PMR127K-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: Aggenstein (1987 metres a.s.l.) with the Engetal Valley behind, viewed from the Breitenberg (1838 metres a.s.l.).
Keywords: alpine, spring, mountain range, pasture

PMR127K-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: view towards Pfronten from Lower Breitenberg, with a Chough (bird) sitting on a rock in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, Corvidae, spring, mountain range, pasture

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-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

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-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

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-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-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

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-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-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-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

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-33
Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: view from the Pleisenhütte (1757 metres high) towards Scharnitz.
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-17
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: view of Dubai Creek from the deck of a dhow cruise boat.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR123K-06
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: view of the 321-metre-high Burj al Arab luxury hotel over an arm of the Palm-Jumeirah development.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR122K-36
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: view of the Burj al Arab luxury hotel from the monorail Gateway Station.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR122K-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-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-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-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

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-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-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

PMR121K-09
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view of the courtyard through marble columns inlaid with semi-precious stones with gold capitals.
Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture

PMR121K-03
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: closer view of the floral inlay work of semi-precious stones.
Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab

PMR120K-36
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: view of a mosque and the RBS Building (right) from the eighth-floor window of the International Rotana Inn.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR120K-10
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view of the facade and main entrance.
Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab

PMR120K-03
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: view from Sky Tower, Marina Mall, of the approach causeway and a new multi-storey block nearing completion.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR120K-02
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: view from the Sky Tower, Marina Mall, of the luxurious Emirates Palace Hotel, which cost over US$3 billion to build.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR119K-22
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of Schleissheim aerodrome with historic control tower and hangars housing the aircraft collection of the Deutsches Museum.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aerial view, balloon, dirigible, civil aviation, aircraft, lighter-than-air-flight, airship, aviation

PMR119K-21
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of the east facade of Schleissheim Palace with formal gardens and fountains.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aerial view, balloon, dirigible, civil aviation, aircraft, lighter-than-air-flight, airship, aviation

PMR119K-20
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of the Lustheim Palace in Schleissheim Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aerial view, balloon, dirigible, civil aviation, aircraft, lighter-than-air-flight, airship, aviation

PMR119K-19
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of the crossing of the M9 (Nuremberg) and M99 motorways.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aerial view, balloon, dirigible, civil aviation, aircraft, lighter-than-air-flight, airship, aviation

PMR119K-18
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of Garching Nuclear Research Establishment, wind turbine and A9 motorway
Keywords: Zeppelin, aerial view, balloon, dirigible, civil aviation, aircraft, lighter-than-air-flight, airship, aviation

PMR119K-16
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of the Allianz Football Stadium, new home of Bayern-Munich.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aviation, airship, lighter-than-air-flight, aircraft, civil aviation, dirigible, balloon, aerial view

PMR119K-15
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of St. Ludwig's Church with its coloured tiled roof.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aviation, airship, lighter-than-air-flight, aircraft, civil aviation, dirigible, balloon, aerial view

PMR119K-14
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of Marienplatz, with the New Town Hall, the Old Town Hall, St. Peter's Church (Alte Peter) and the Cathedral (Frauenkirche).
Keywords: Zeppelin, aviation, airship, lighter-than-air-flight, aircraft, civil aviation, dirigible, balloon, aerial view

PMR119K-13
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of Gärtnerplatz and its theatre.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aviation, airship, lighter-than-air-flight, aircraft, civil aviation, dirigible, balloon, aerial view

PMR119K-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of Karl's Gate, Karlsplatz (Stachus) and the Inner Ring Road.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aerial view, balloon, dirigible, civil aviation, aircraft, lighter-than-air-flight, airship, aviation

PMR119K-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of Königsplatz with Propylaeum, Glyptothek, and Antiken-Sammlung.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aviation, airship, lighter-than-air-flight, aircraft, civil aviation, dirigible, balloon, aerial view

PMR119K-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of the Olympic Tower, 291 metres high, and the man-made lake.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aviation, airship, lighter-than-air-flight, aircraft, civil aviation, dirigible, balloon, aerial view

PMR119K-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of the Football Stadium (former home of Bayern-Munich), TV-Tower, Swimming Baths and lake.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aerial view, balloon, dirigible, civil aviation, aircraft, lighter-than-air-flight, airship, aviation

PMR119K-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of the Olympic Park, with Training Ground and Football Stadium, (the former home of Bayern-Munich), man-made lake and TV-Tower.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aviation, airship, lighter-than-air-flight, aircraft, civil aviation, dirigible, balloon, aerial view

PMR119K-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of Nymphenburg Palace and Gardens with east facade.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aviation, airship, lighter-than-air-flight, aircraft, civil aviation, dirigible, balloon, aerial view

PMR119K-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of Nymphenburg Palace and Gardens from the east.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aviation, airship, lighter-than-air-flight, aircraft, civil aviation, dirigible, balloon, aerial view

PMR119K-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: view east from Zeppelin LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of the Georg-Brauchle-Ring, with the O2 building and Olympia Park.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aerial view, balloon, dirigible, civil aviation, aircraft, lighter-than-air-flight, airship, aviation

PMR119K-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of a car storage yard, providing a mosaic of colours.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aerial view, balloon, dirigible, civil aviation, aircraft, lighter-than-air-flight, airship, aviation

PMR119K-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: view from Zeppelin
LZ N07-100 Airship (D-LZZF) of the suburb of Feldmoching.
Keywords: Zeppelin, aerial view, balloon, dirigible, civil aviation, aircraft, lighter-than-air-flight, airship, aviation

PMR118K-26
Jordan: Amman, built on the site of the Roman city of Philadelphia. View of the Roman Theatre and Hashemite Square (due for redevelopment), from the Citadel. Amman was the Ammonite city of "Rabbath-Ammon" in the 13th century BC.
Keywords: Muslim, Philadelphia, Roman architecture, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Islamic, Islam, ruins, archeological excavations

PMR118K-25
Jordan: Amman, built on the site of the Roman city of Philadelphia. The restored Roman Theatre, built about 150 AD, seats 6000 spectators. View from the Citadel. Amman was the Ammonite city of "Rabbath-Ammon" in the 13th century BC.
Keywords: Muslim, Philadelphia, Roman architecture, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Islamic, Islam, ruins, archeological excavations

PMR118K-20
Jordan: Umm Qais, in the north of the country, dates back to the 7th century BC, and was formerly called "Gadara" (cf. the "Gadarene Swine" of the Bible). The black basalt Theatre, built in the 2nd century AD, commands a spectacular view of the countryside.
Keywords: Roman architecture, archeological site, national heritage, classical architecture, archeology, excavations, ruined city, Gadara

PMR118K-17
Jordan: Umm Qais, in the north of the country, dates back to the 7th century BC, and was formerly called "Gadara" (cf. the "Gadarene Swine" of the Bible). View of the Yarmouk Valley and southern Golan Heights on the Israeli side.
Keywords: Roman architecture, archeological site, national heritage, classical architecture, archeology, excavations, ruined city, Gadara

PMR118K-16
Jordan: Umm Qais, in the north of the country, dates back to the 7th century BC, and was formerly called "Gadara" (cf. the "Gadarene Swine" of the Bible). Palestinian exiles can view their homeland in Israel from this raised lookout platform.
Keywords: Roman architecture, archeological site, national heritage, classical architecture, archeology, excavations, ruined city, Gadara

PMR117K-35
Jordan, Jerash: already settled in Neolithic times, Jerash was later occupied by Greeks and Romans, and the latter are responsible for most of the surviving architecture which dates from 64 BC. By the first/second century AD the town had a population of about 15-20,000 inhabitants and was known as "Gerasa".

This picture: Closer view of a chariot in the straight during a race in the Hippodrome, which originally seated 15,000 people, and was built in the 2nd century AD.
Keywords: Roman architecture, ruined city, excavations, archeology, classical architecture, national heritage, Gerasa, Gilead Hills, archeological site

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-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-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

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-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

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

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

PMR116K-18
Jordan: Wadi Rum, a broad, desert valley with spectacularly sculpted rock outcrops, made famous by T.E. Lawrence in his book, "The Seven Pillars of Wisdom". It lies in the south of Jordan, not too far from the Saudi border.

This picture: View of the mountains from the road to Al-Munayshir.
Keywords: geology, natural caves, sand, sandstone outcrops, Bedouin country, desert life, fantastic rock formations, drought

PMR116K-17
Jordan: Wadi Rum, a broad, desert valley with spectacularly sculpted rock outcrops, made famous by T.E. Lawrence in his book, "The Seven Pillars of Wisdom". It lies in the south of Jordan, not too far from the Saudi border.

This picture: View of the mountains from the road to Al-Munayshir.
Keywords: geology, natural caves, sand, sandstone outcrops, Bedouin country, desert life, fantastic rock formations, drought

PMR116K-16
Jordan: Wadi Rum, a broad, desert valley with spectacularly sculpted rock outcrops, made famous by T.E. Lawrence in his book, "The Seven Pillars of Wisdom". It lies in the south of Jordan, not too far from the Saudi border.

This picture: View of the mountains from the road to Al-Munayshir.
Keywords: geology, natural caves, sand, sandstone outcrops, Bedouin country, desert life, fantastic rock formations, drought

PMR116K-15
Jordan: Wadi Rum, a broad, desert valley with spectacularly sculpted rock outcrops, made famous by T.E. Lawrence in his book, "The Seven Pillars of Wisdom". It lies in the south of Jordan, not too far from the Saudi border.

This picture: View of the mountains from the road to Al-Munayshir.
Keywords: geology, natural caves, sand, sandstone outcrops, Bedouin country, desert life, fantastic rock formations, drought

PMR116K-13
Jordan: Wadi Rum, a broad, desert valley with spectacularly sculpted rock outcrops, made famous by T.E. Lawrence in his book, "The Seven Pillars of Wisdom". It lies in the south of Jordan, not too far from the Saudi border.

This picture: View of the mountains from a sand dune near the road to Al-Munayshir.
Keywords: geology, drought, fantastic rock formations, desert life, Bedouin country, sandstone outcrops, sand, natural caves

PMR115K-27
Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985.

This picture: Closer view of some of the Bedouin horse riders.
Keywords: rose red city, geology, archeological site, Egyptian architecture, Greek architecture, Roman architecture, rock tombs, natural caves, Nabataean capital

PMR115K-12
Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985.

This picture: View of Wadi Musa to the east, from the Royal Tombs, with "candy-striped" rocks in the foreground.
Keywords: rose red city, geology, archeological site, Egyptian architecture, Greek architecture, Roman architecture, rock tombs, natural caves, Nabataean capital

PMR115K-11
Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985.

This picture: View of Wadi Musa to the west, where it opens out, from the terrace in front of the Royal Tombs.
Keywords: rose red city, geology, archeological site, Egyptian architecture, Greek architecture, Roman architecture, rock tombs, natural caves, Nabataean capital

PMR115K-08
Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985.

This picture: Closer view of the decoration on the rock tombs in the "Street of Facades".
Keywords: rose red city, geology, archeological site, Egyptian architecture, Greek architecture, Roman architecture, rock tombs, natural caves, Nabataean capital

PMR114K-23
Cyprus, Agros: view of the mountainside village in the Pitsilia area in the Tröodos Mountains, known for its roses and rosewater, scented candles and liqueurs.
Keywords: cliffs, erosion, eroded, rocky, hills

PMR114K-22
Cyprus, Sykopetra: closer view of the mountainside village in the Pitsilia area in the Tröodos Mountains, surrounded by orange groves.
Keywords: cliffs, erosion, eroded, rocky

PMR114K-21
Cyprus, Sykopetra: view of the mountainside village in the Pitsilia area in the Tröodos Mountains, surrounded by orange groves.
Keywords: cliffs, erosion, eroded, rocky

PMR114K-20
Cyprus, Sykopetra: view of the mountainside village in the Pitsilia area in the Tröodos Mountains, surrounded by orange groves.
Keywords: cliffs, erosion, eroded, rocky

PMR114K-01
England, Staffordshire, Burton-on-Trent: general view of the narrow boats moored in Barton Marina, with reflections in the water.
Keywords: Barton Marina, barges, narrow boats, colourful, houseboats

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-24
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: view along the River Wörnitz with bridge and reflections.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, national heritage, historic, mediaeval, Schwaben

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

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

PMR112K-21
Canada, Vancouver BC: view from Vancouver Lookout (177 metres) atop Harbour Centre Tower - view of Province House, Canada Place, Burrard Inlet and Stanley Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, western seaboard, cityscape, panorama, metropolis, high-rise buildings, skyscrapers

PMR112K-20
Canada, Vancouver BC: view from Vancouver Lookout (177 metres) atop Harbour Centre Tower - Canada Place served as the Canadian Pavilion at Expo '86.
Keywords: modern architecture, metropolis, panorama, cityscape, western seaboard

PMR112K-19
Canada, Vancouver BC: view from Vancouver Lookout (177 metres) atop Harbour Centre Tower - view of Burrard Inlet, Container Port, railway marshalling yard and North Vancouver.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise buildings, metropolis, panorama, cityscape, western seaboard, commerce, exports, imports, trade

PMR112K-18
Canada, Vancouver BC: view from Vancouver Lookout (177 metres) atop Harbour Centre Tower - view to the south-west, with new skyscraper rising on the left.
Keywords: modern architecture, western seaboard, cityscape, panorama, metropolis, high-rise buildings, skyscrapers

PMR112K-17
Canada, Vancouver BC: view from Vancouver Lookout (177 metres) atop Harbour Centre Tower - view of False Creek, site of Expo '86, and BC Place, the world's largest air-supported stadium.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise buildings, metropolis, panorama, cityscape, western seaboard

PMR112K-15
Canada, Vancouver BC: view of the skyline from the SeaBus ferry, with the Harbour Centre and Canada Place.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise buildings, metropolis, panorama, cityscape, western seaboard

PMR112K-07
USA, Seattle WA: closer view of the downtown skyscrapers and Space Needle from Kerry Park.
Keywords: panorama, high-rise buildings, cityscape, modern architecture, metropolis, tower

PMR112K-06
USA, Seattle WA: view of the city and Space Needle from Kerry Park.
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, modern architecture, cityscape, high-rise buildings

PMR112K-04
USA, Seattle WA: view of the Space Needle, built for Seattle's World Fair in 1962, from below.
Keywords: metropolis, modern architecture, high-rise buildings, high-tec, tower

PMR112K-01
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Space Needle: downtown skyscrapers, docks and Mount Rainier (4392 metres) looming dimly in the distance.
Keywords: panorama, high-rise buildings, cityscape, modern architecture, metropolis

PMR111K-36
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Space Needle: 1201 3rd Avenue, formerly Washington Mutual Tower, 235 metres high, with 55 storeys, was built 1986-88.
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, modern architecture, cityscape, high-rise buildings

PMR111K-35
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Space Needle: closer shot of the downtown skyscrapers and the monorail on 5th Avenue.
Keywords: panorama, high-rise buildings, cityscape, modern architecture, metropolis

PMR111K-34
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Space Needle: safety engineer with harness walking outside the viewing platform, with the city below.
Keywords: panorama, high-rise buildings, cityscape, modern architecture, metropolis, dangerous jobs

PMR111K-33
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Space Needle: downtown skyscrapers to the south.
Keywords: panorama, high-rise buildings, cityscape, modern architecture, metropolis

PMR111K-32
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Space Needle: profusion of small craft and houseboats on Union Lake.
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, modern architecture, cityscape, high-rise buildings

PMR111K-31
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Space Needle: Ship Canal Bridge carries the Interstate 5 over Union Lake.
Keywords: panorama, high-rise buildings, cityscape, modern architecture, metropolis, flyover bridge

PMR111K-30
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Space Needle: Union Lake and Broad Street.
Keywords: panorama, high-rise buildings, cityscape, modern architecture, metropolis

PMR111K-17
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Columbia Center (328 metres), the highest building in Washington State, showing the view south with Interstate Highway 5 snaking through the city, King Street station and the two sports stadia.
Keywords: panorama, high-rise buildings, cityscape, modern architecture, metropolis

PMR111K-16
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Columbia Center (328 metres), the highest building in Washington State, showing the car ferry from Bainbridge arriving at the terminal.
Keywords: panorama, docking, car ferry, ferry boat, metropolis

PMR111K-15
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Columbia Center (328 metres), the highest building in Washington State, showing the downtown skyscrapers, waterfront, harbour, ferry terminals, Seattle Aquarium, and Alaska Way flyover.
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, modern architecture, cityscape, high-rise buildings

PMR111K-14
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Columbia Center (328 metres), the highest building in Washington State, with view north, showing 4th Avenue, downtown skyscrapers, the Space Needle and Puget Sound.
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, modern architecture, cityscape, high-rise buildings, architecture

PMR111K-13
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Columbia Center (328 metres), the highest building in Washington State, showing the docks, container terminal, two sports stadia and Smith Tower, Seattle's first skyscraper (Smith Corona).
Keywords: panorama, high-rise buildings, cityscape, modern architecture, metropolis

PMR111K-12
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Columbia Center (328 metres), the highest building in Washington State, showing Qwest Field (Seattle Seahawks' Stadium), built in 2000, with a capacity of 72,000 persons.
Keywords: panorama, baseball, sports stadia, modern architecture, metropolis

PMR110K-14
USA, Washington: aerial view of islands in the Puget Sound between Seattle and Vancouver Island.
Keywords: panorama

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-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-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-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-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-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

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-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-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-07
Germany, Saxony, Pirna: view of the town from the River Elbe.
Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, picturesque, landscape, panorama

PMR108K-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Alpine landscape, with distant view of the Zugspitz.
Keywords: alpine, pasture, mountain range, spring

PMR107K-19
Peru, Lima, Miraflores: view to the south-east, of the beach and bay, ringed with modern residential blocks and hotels.
Keywords: coastal resort, holiday resort, beach, swimming, bathing

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

PMR107K-07
Peru, Lima: closer view of the equestrian statue of General Jose de San Martín, liberator of Peru, in the Plaza Bolívar.
Keywords: capital city, Bolivar Square, monument, street scene, architecture

PMR107K-06
Peru, Lima: Plaza Bolívar and frontal view of the imposing monument to General Jose de San Martín, liberator of Peru.
Keywords: capital city, Bolivar Square, monument, street scene, architecture, equestrian, statue

PMR106K-22
Peru, Cusco, Pisac: In the vicinity of Pisac and the "Sacred Valley" a number of important Inca sites are to be found.

View along the Secret Valley towards the modern town of Pisac.
Keywords: High Andes, Cuzco, Qosqo, Inca architecture, Urubamba Valley

PMR106K-20
Peru, Cusco, Pisac: In the vicinity of Pisac and the "Sacred Valley" a number of important Inca sites are to be found.

View of the lower Inca site (Pisaqa) where the buildings were constructed with uncut stone, probably dwelling houses (?)
Keywords: High Andes, Cuzco, Qosqo, Inca architecture, Urubamba Valley, bird's eye view, flower profusion

PMR106K-19
Peru, Cusco, Pisac: In the vicinity of Pisac and the "Sacred Valley" a number of important Inca sites are to be found.

View of the lower ruins (Pisaqa) with terraces down the side of the Sacred Valley and surrounding mountains.
Keywords: High Andes, Cuzco, Qosqo, Inca architecture, Urubamba Valley

PMR106K-12
Peru, Cusco, Pisac: In the vicinity of Pisac and the "Sacred Valley" a number of important Inca sites are to be found.

The Sacred Valley of the Incas, the River Vilcanota (which becomes the River Urubamba) and the modern town of Pisac.
Keywords: High Andes, Cuzco, Qosqo, Inca architecture, Urubamba Valley, bird's eye view, panorama

PMR106K-11
Peru, Cusco, Machu Picchu: ruins of a pre-Colombian Inca site situated 2430 metres a.s.l. on a ridge above the Urubamba River (the Inca "Sacred Valley"). Sometimes called "The Lost City of the Incas" because it was not found by the Spanish invaders. Begun in 1430 AD, it was abandoned before completion for reasons which are not yet clear. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

View of the entire site from the "watchman's post", in sunshine.
Keywords: High Andes, Cuzco, Qosqo, Inca architecture, Quechua, historic site

PMR106K-09
Peru, Cusco, Machu Picchu: ruins of a pre-Colombian Inca site situated 2430 metres a.s.l. on a ridge above the Urubamba River (the Inca "Sacred Valley"). Sometimes called "The Lost City of the Incas" because it was not found by the Spanish invaders. Begun in 1430 AD, it was abandoned before completion for reasons which are not yet clear. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

View of the sacred mountain, Huayna Picchu, from the path to the Sun Gate.
Keywords: High Andes, Cuzco, Qosqo, Inca architecture, Quechua, historic site

PMR106K-08
Peru, Cusco, Machu Picchu: ruins of a pre-Colombian Inca site situated 2430 metres a.s.l. on a ridge above the Urubamba River (the Inca "Sacred Valley"). Sometimes called "The Lost City of the Incas" because it was not found by the Spanish invaders. Begun in 1430 AD, it was abandoned before completion for reasons which are not yet clear. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

View of the Urubamba River, the Hiram Bingham Highway and the surrounding mountains.
Keywords: High Andes, Cuzco, Qosqo, Inca architecture, Quechua, historic site

PMR106K-05
Peru, Cusco, Machu Picchu: ruins of a pre-Colombian Inca site situated 2430 metres a.s.l. on a ridge above the Urubamba River (the Inca "Sacred Valley"). Sometimes called "The Lost City of the Incas" because it was not found by the Spanish invaders. Begun in 1430 AD, it was abandoned before completion for reasons which are not yet clear. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

View of the entire site from the Inca Trail, leading to the Sun Gate.
Keywords: High Andes, Cuzco, Qosqo, Inca architecture, Quechua, historic site

PMR106K-03
Peru, Cusco, Machu Picchu: ruins of a pre-Colombian Inca site situated 2430 metres a.s.l. on a ridge above the Urubamba River (the Inca "Sacred Valley"). Sometimes called "The Lost City of the Incas" because it was not found by the Spanish invaders. Begun in 1430 AD, it was abandoned before completion for reasons which are not yet clear. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

View of the site from the "Inca Trail" up to the Sun Gate.
Keywords: High Andes, Cuzco, Qosqo, Inca architecture, Quechua, historic site

PMR105K-31
Peru, Cusco, Machu Picchu: ruins of a pre-Colombian Inca site situated 2430 metres a.s.l. on a ridge above the Urubamba River (the Inca "Sacred Valley"). Sometimes called "The Lost City of the Incas" because it was not found by the Spanish invaders. Begun in 1430 AD, it was abandoned before completion for reasons which are not yet clear. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

View of the residential area. The houses were formerly roofed with tree trunks and straw.
Keywords: High Andes, Cuzco, Qosqo, Inca architecture, Quechua, historic site

PMR105K-30
Peru, Cusco, Machu Picchu: ruins of a pre-Colombian Inca site situated 2430 metres a.s.l. on a ridge above the Urubamba River (the Inca "Sacred Valley"). Sometimes called "The Lost City of the Incas" because it was not found by the Spanish invaders. Begun in 1430 AD, it was abandoned before completion for reasons which are not yet clear. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

General view of the site from the "watchman's post", with the sacred mountain Huayna Picchu behind.
Keywords: High Andes, historic site, Quechua, Inca architecture, Qosqo, Cuzco

PMR105K-19
Peru: Cusco/Cuzco/Qosqo (3300 metres a.s.l.), was occupied by the Killke people, from about 900 to 1200 AD, after which it became the capital city of the Incas. Inca legend has it that the city was built by Chief Pachacuti. In 1533 the Spanish arrived and largely rebuilt the city. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1983.

Ruins of the (Inca?) construction Sacsayhuaman, believed by some to have been a fortress. Three parallel lines of zig-zag walls run for about 360 metres and there are 21 bastions. The stones, some of them weighing in excess of 130 tons, fit together so precisely that it is impossible to insert a sheet of paper between them. How this was achieved is still a mystery. The walls are now about 6 metres high, after the Spanish used the upper part as a quarry for hundreds of years. It is estimated that about 20% of the original structure survives. Recent excavations suggest that the walls may have been built by the Killke people before the Incas came.

View showing all three levels of the walls, one above the other.
Keywords: High Andes, Saksaq Waman, Cuzco, Qosqo, La Ciudad Imperial, The Imperial City, Historical Capital of Peru, colonial architecture, architecture

PMR105K-18
Peru: Cusco/Cuzco/Qosqo (3300 metres a.s.l.), was occupied by the Killke people, from about 900 to 1200 AD, after which it became the capital city of the Incas. Inca legend has it that the city was built by Chief Pachacuti. In 1533 the Spanish arrived and largely rebuilt the city. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1983.

Ruins of the (Inca?) construction Sacsayhuaman, believed by some to have been a fortress. Three parallel lines of zig-zag walls run for about 360 metres and there are 21 bastions. The stones, some of them weighing in excess of 130 tons, fit together so precisely that it is impossible to insert a sheet of paper between them. How this was achieved is still a mystery. The walls are now about 6 metres high, after the Spanish used the upper part as a quarry for hundreds of years. It is estimated that about 20% of the original structure survives. Recent excavations suggest that the walls may have been built by the Killke people before the Incas came.

View of Chuquipampa levelled area. Used by the Spanish as a stone quarry for hundreds of years.
Keywords: High Andes, architecture, colonial architecture, Historical Capital of Peru, The Imperial City, La Ciudad Imperial, Qosqo, Cuzco, Saksaq Waman

PMR105K-17
Peru: Cusco/Cuzco/Qosqo (3300 metres a.s.l.), was occupied by the Killke people, from about 900 to 1200 AD, after which it became the capital city of the Incas. Inca legend has it that the city was built by Chief Pachacuti. In 1533 the Spanish arrived and largely rebuilt the city. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1983.

Ruins of the (Inca?) construction Sacsayhuaman, believed by some to have been a fortress. Three parallel lines of zig-zag walls run for about 360 metres and there are 21 bastions. The stones, some of them weighing in excess of 130 tons, fit together so precisely that it is impossible to insert a sheet of paper between them. How this was achieved is still a mystery. The walls are now about 6 metres high, after the Spanish used the upper part as a quarry for hundreds of years. It is estimated that about 20% of the original structure survives. Recent excavations suggest that the walls may have been built by the Killke people before the Incas came.

View of a precisely built doorway, tapered towards the top in order to resist (successfully!) earthquakes.
Keywords: High Andes, architecture, colonial architecture, Historical Capital of Peru, The Imperial City, La Ciudad Imperial, Qosqo, Cuzco, Saksaq Waman

PMR105K-16
Peru: Cusco/Cuzco/Qosqo (3300 metres a.s.l.), was occupied by the Killke people, from about 900 to 1200 AD, after which it became the capital city of the Incas. Inca legend has it that the city was built by Chief Pachacuti. In 1533 the Spanish arrived and largely rebuilt the city. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1983.

Ruins of the (Inca?) construction Sacsayhuaman, believed by some to have been a fortress. Three parallel lines of zig-zag walls run for about 360 metres and there are 21 bastions. The stones, some of them weighing in excess of 130 tons, fit together so precisely that it is impossible to insert a sheet of paper between them. How this was achieved is still a mystery. The walls are now about 6 metres high, after the Spanish used the upper part as a quarry for hundreds of years. It is estimated that about 20% of the original structure survives. Recent excavations suggest that the walls may have been built by the Killke people before the Incas came.

View of the steps, leading up to the passage between two of the parallel walls.
Keywords: High Andes, architecture, colonial architecture, Historical Capital of Peru, The Imperial City, La Ciudad Imperial, Qosqo, Cuzco, Saksaq Waman

PMR105K-15
Peru: Cusco/Cuzco/Qosqo (3300 metres a.s.l.), was occupied by the Killke people, from about 900 to 1200 AD, after which it became the capital city of the Incas. Inca legend has it that the city was built by Chief Pachacuti. In 1533 the Spanish arrived and largely rebuilt the city. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1983.

Ruins of the (Inca?) construction Sacsayhuaman, believed by some to have been a fortress. Three parallel lines of zig-zag walls run for about 360 metres and there are 21 bastions. The stones, some of them weighing in excess of 130 tons, fit together so precisely that it is impossible to insert a sheet of paper between them. How this was achieved is still a mystery. The walls are now about 6 metres high, after the Spanish used the upper part as a quarry for hundreds of years. It is estimated that about 20% of the original structure survives. Recent excavations suggest that the walls may have been built by the Killke people before the Incas came.

View of a relatively intact portion of the lower wall.
Keywords: High Andes, architecture, colonial architecture, Historical Capital of Peru, The Imperial City, La Ciudad Imperial, Qosqo, Cuzco, Saksaq Waman

PMR105K-14
Peru: Cusco/Cuzco/Qosqo (3300 metres a.s.l.), was occupied by the Killke people, from about 900 to 1200 AD, after which it became the capital city of the Incas. Inca legend has it that the city was built by Chief Pachacuti. In 1533 the Spanish arrived and largely rebuilt the city. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1983.

Ruins of the (Inca?) construction Sacsayhuaman, believed by some to have been a fortress. Three parallel lines of zig-zag walls run for about 360 metres and there are 21 bastions. The stones, some of them weighing in excess of 130 tons, fit together so precisely that it is impossible to insert a sheet of paper between them. How this was achieved is still a mystery. The walls are now about 6 metres high, after the Spanish used the upper part as a quarry for hundreds of years. It is estimated that about 20% of the original structure survives. Recent excavations suggest that the walls may have been built by the Killke people before the Incas came.

View of the monolithic corner stones.
Keywords: High Andes, Saksaq Waman, Cuzco, Qosqo, La Ciudad Imperial, The Imperial City, Historical Capital of Peru, colonial architecture, architecture

PMR105K-13
Peru: Cusco/Cuzco/Qosqo (3300 metres a.s.l.), was occupied by the Killke people, from about 900 to 1200 AD, after which it became the capital city of the Incas. Inca legend has it that the city was built by Chief Pachacuti. In 1533 the Spanish arrived and largely rebuilt the city. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1983.

Ruins of the (Inca?) construction Sacsayhuaman, believed by some to have been a fortress. Three parallel lines of zig-zag walls run for about 360 metres and there are 21 bastions. The stones, some of them weighing in excess of 130 tons, fit together so precisely that it is impossible to insert a sheet of paper between them. How this was achieved is still a mystery. The walls are now about 6 metres high, after the Spanish used the upper part as a quarry for hundreds of years. It is estimated that about 20% of the original structure survives. Recent excavations suggest that the walls may have been built by the Killke people before the Incas came.

View of the stones comprising the lower wall.
Keywords: High Andes, architecture, colonial architecture, Historical Capital of Peru, The Imperial City, La Ciudad Imperial, Qosqo, Cuzco, Saksaq Waman

PMR105K-12
Peru: Cusco/Cuzco/Qosqo (3300 metres a.s.l.), was occupied by the Killke people, from about 900 to 1200 AD, after which it became the capital city of the Incas. Inca legend has it that the city was built by Chief Pachacuti. In 1533 the Spanish arrived and largely rebuilt the city. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1983.

Ruins of the (Inca?) construction Sacsayhuaman, believed by some to have been a fortress. Three parallel lines of zig-zag walls run for about 360 metres and there are 21 bastions. The stones, some of them weighing in excess of 130 tons, fit together so precisely that it is impossible to insert a sheet of paper between them. How this was achieved is still a mystery. The walls are now about 6 metres high, after the Spanish used the upper part as a quarry for hundreds of years. It is estimated that about 20% of the original structure survives. Recent excavations suggest that the walls may have been built by the Killke people before the Incas came.

View of the walls from the flat, flower-strewn, central area.
Keywords: High Andes, architecture, colonial architecture, Historical Capital of Peru, The Imperial City, La Ciudad Imperial, Qosqo, Cuzco, Saksaq Waman

PMR105K-07
Peru: Cusco/Cuzco/Qosqo (3300 metres a.s.l.), was occupied by the Killke people, from about 900 to 1200 AD, after which it became the capital city of the Incas. Inca legend has it that the city was built by Chief Pachacuti. In 1533 the Spanish arrived and largely rebuilt the city. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1983.

Bird's eye view of the Cathedral and the Compania de Jesus Church.
Keywords: High Andes, architecture, colonial architecture, Historical Capital of Peru, The Imperial City, La Ciudad Imperial, Qosqo, Cuzco

PMR105K-05
Peru: Cusco/Cuzco/Qosqo (3300 metres a.s.l.), was occupied by the Killke people, from about 900 to 1200 AD, after which it became the capital city of the Incas. Inca legend has it that the city was built by Chief Pachacuti. In 1533 the Spanish arrived and largely rebuilt the city. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1983.

View of the city from the road to Sasayhuaman, where the figure of Christ stands.
Keywords: High Andes, panorama, architecture, colonial architecture, Historical Capital of Peru, The Imperial City, La Ciudad Imperial, Qosqo, Cuzco

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

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

PMR103K-32
Bolivia, Nuestra Senora de La Paz, at 3660 metres, the highest capital city in the world. View of the lower city with the Parque Central and Mirador Laicacota from the top of the multi-storey building of the University of San Andrés (Universidad Mayor de San Andrés).
Keywords: High Andes, architecture, street scene, panorama, bird's eye view

PMR103K-31
Bolivia, Nuestra Senora de La Paz, at 3660 metres, the highest capital city in the world. View of the lower city from the top of the multi-storey building of the University of San Andrés (Universidad Mayor de San Andrés).
Keywords: High Andes, architecture, street scene, panorama, bird's eye view

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

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

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

PMR101K-36
Argentina, Jujuy: typical view of the altiplano, approaching the snow-covered volcanoes near the border with Chile.
Keywords: Andes, high plain, mountains, altiplano

PMR101K-31
Argentina, Jujuy: typical view of the altiplano, with snow-covered cordillera in the distance.
Keywords: Andes, high plain, mountains, altiplano

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-19
Argentina, Jujuy: distant view of the Salinas Grandes (salt flats) between the mountains.
Keywords: picturesque, saline, salt lakes, geological formations

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-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

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

PMR099K-36
Argentina, Tucumán: the ruins of a pre-Inca citadel of the Quilmes people, who were forcibly relocated to Buenos Aires in 1667. The settlement comprised about 5000 members of the Diaguita tribe. View from below. These people had no writing, but made patterns and signs with embedded white stones.
Keywords: excavations, archeology, settlement, community, indigenous people

PMR099K-35
Argentina, Tucumán: the ruins of a pre-Inca citadel of the Quilmes people, who were forcibly relocated to Buenos Aires in 1667. The settlement comprised about 5000 members of the Diaguita tribe. General view of the site and the Calchaquíes valley beyond.
Keywords: excavations, indigenous people, community, settlement, archeology

PMR099K-34
Argentina, Tucumán: the ruins of a pre-Inca citadel of the Quilmes people, who were forcibly relocated to Buenos Aires in 1667. The settlement comprised about 5000 members of the Diaguita tribe. General view of the site and the Calchaquíes valley beyond.
Keywords: excavations, indigenous people, community, settlement, archeology

PMR099K-27
Argentina, San Miguel de Tucumán: Museo de la Industria Azucarera (Sugar Industry Museum), formerly the home of Bishop Colombres in the 18th century, traces the development of the local sugar industry. View of the mansion and outhouses.
Keywords: sugar cane, cane crushing

PMR099K-12
Argentina: Termas de Rio Hondo, a spa town famous for its copious hot springs. View of the causeway of the nearby Rio Hondo Dam and the run-off of the Rio Dulce.
Keywords: dam, Rio Hondo Dam, hydro-electric power, water power, River Dulce, reservoir

PMR098K-15
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. View of Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat) from the Brazilian side, showing the large cloud of spray.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguacu Falls, Iguazu Falls

PMR098K-12
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. Aerial view of Salto Rivadavia and Salto San Martin on the Argentinian side.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguacu Falls, Iguazu Falls

PMR098K-11
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. Aerial view of Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat), (82 metres drop), with the stilted walkway from the Argentinian side (top).
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguacu Falls, Iguazu Falls

PMR098K-10
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. Aerial view along the line of falls on the Argentinian side, from Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat) with the stilted walkway from the Argentinian side (left).
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguacu Falls, Iguazu Falls

PMR098K-09
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. Aerial view of Salto Rivadavia and the upper river.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguacu Falls, Iguazu Falls

PMR098K-08
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. Aerial view of Salto San Martin and other falls on the Argentinian side.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguazu Falls, Iguacu Falls

PMR098K-07
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. Aerial view of Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat) with the stilted walkway from the Argentinian side (left).
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguazu Falls, Iguacu Falls

PMR098K-06
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. Aerial view of Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat) - sunlight and shade - with the long stilted walkway from the Argentinian side.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguacu Falls, Iguazu Falls

PMR097K-35
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. View of the lower walkway (bottom left) with a rainbow over the falls and a boat on the lower River Iguassu in the background.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguazu Falls, Iguacu Falls

PMR097K-29
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. A closer view of the Salto Mbiga, first fall and second fall.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguacu Falls, Iguazu Falls

PMR097K-27
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. View of the Upper Circuit walkway from below, on the Argentinian side.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguazu Falls, Iguacu Falls

PMR097K-21
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: figure of Christ on the Corcovado, threatened by low clouds, from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR097K-20
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: climber on the sheer rock face of Morro da Urca, with the Urca Peninsula in the background.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR097K-19
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: climber on the sheer rock face of Morro da Urca.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Cidade Maravilhosa, carnival city, breathtaking views

PMR097K-18
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: Sugar Loaf Mountain with cable car connection from Morro da Urca, and islands in the background.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Cidade Maravilhosa, carnival city, breathtaking views

PMR097K-17
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: view of Copacobana Beach , with its crescent of hotels, from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR097K-16
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: multi-storey blocks and urban development, spreading along the valleys as far as one can see. From Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Cidade Maravilhosa, carnival city, breathtaking views

PMR097K-15
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: visitors on the viewing terrace on Sugar Loaf Mountain, with Copacobana Beach and Botafogo below.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR097K-14
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: view of the adjacent undeveloped coastline and islands, from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Cidade Maravilhosa, carnival city, breathtaking views

PMR097K-13
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: the Urca Peninsula and, on the far side of Guanabara Bay, Santos Dumont Airport, from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR097K-12
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: figure of Christ on the Corcovado, from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR097K-11
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: view of Botafogo and the waterfront, with Corcovado on the skyline, from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR097K-10
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: the cable car, with Copacobana Beach, Praia da Vermelha, Guanabara Bay and Botafogo, from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR097K-09
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: view of Copacobana Beach from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR097K-08
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: view of Praia Vermelha and the cable car base station, from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR097K-07
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: view of the secluded Praia Vermelha, and beyond, Copacobana Beach, from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR097K-06
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: Sugar Loaf Mountain with cable car connection from Morro da Urca, and islands in the background.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Cidade Maravilhosa, carnival city, breathtaking views

PMR095K-34
Libya, Ubari Lakes Area: view from the western end of Lake Gebraoun with palm trees and reflected sand dunes.
Keywords: Maghreb, Mandara Lakes, barren, sand-dune landscape, palm trees, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR095K-33
Libya, Ubari Lakes Area: view of the deserted village and oasis of Gebraoun from a 200-metre-high sand dune. The population of Old Gebraoun was relocated in 1991 to a new settlement (New Gebraoun) by the Libyan Government.
Keywords: Maghreb, Mandara Lakes, barren, sand-dune landscape, palm trees, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR095K-18
Libya, Ubari Lakes Area: view of Tekerkiba in the Wadi Al-Hayat and one of the desert camps with its straw huts.
Keywords: Maghreb, Mandara Lakes, barren, sand-dune landscape, palm trees, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR095K-06
Libya: a ruined Roman fort standing on a hill at Gariyat. View of the plain through the breached Byzantine wall.
Keywords: Roman architecture, castle, fortifications, fortress, Maghreb, Byzantine architecture

PMR095K-05
Libya: a ruined Roman fort standing on a hill at Gariyat. View of the plains and the dried-out water course from the fort.
Keywords: Roman architecture, barren, desert, castle, fortifications, fortress, Maghreb, Byzantine architecture

PMR094K-31
Libya, Tripolitania: ruins of the ancient city of Sabratha, founded about 500 BC as a Phoenician trading post, later being Romanised after Carthage fell to the Romans in the Third Punic War in 146 BC. It reached its peak under the Emperor Septimius Severus in the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD, but was severely damaged in an earthquake in 365 AD. After the Arab conquest it lost all importance to Leptis Magna. Here: view of the theatre, with stage, orchestra pit, and seating (the first three rows reserved for VIPs).
Keywords: Roman architecture, Punic architecture, Maghreb, archeology, archeological excavations

PMR094K-30
Libya, Tripolitania: ruins of the ancient city of Sabratha, founded about 500 BC as a Phoenician trading post, later being Romanised after Carthage fell to the Romans in the Third Punic War in 146 BC. It reached its peak under the Emperor Septimius Severus in the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD, but was severely damaged in an earthquake in 365 AD. After the Arab conquest it lost all importance to Leptis Magna. Here: oblique view of the three tiers of Corinthian columns providing a backing for the theatre stage.
Keywords: Roman architecture, Punic architecture, Maghreb, archeology, archeological excavations

PMR094K-27
Libya, Tripolitania: ruins of the ancient city of Sabratha, founded about 500 BC as a Phoenician trading post, later being Romanised after Carthage fell to the Romans in the Third Punic War in 146 BC. It reached its peak under the Emperor Septimius Severus in the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD, but was severely damaged in an earthquake in 365 AD. After the Arab conquest it lost all importance to Leptis Magna. Here: view of the restored theatre (second century AD) from the north, the largest theatre in Africa.
Keywords: Roman architecture, Punic architecture, Maghreb, archeology, archeological excavations

PMR094K-26
Libya, Tripolitania: ruins of the ancient city of Sabratha, founded about 500 BC as a Phoenician trading post, later being Romanised after Carthage fell to the Romans in the Third Punic War in 146 BC. It reached its peak under the Emperor Septimius Severus in the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD, but was severely damaged in an earthquake in 365 AD. After the Arab conquest it lost all importance to Leptis Magna. Here: view of the restored theatre (second century AD) from the north, the largest theatre in Africa.
Keywords: Roman architecture, Punic architecture, Maghreb, archeology, archeological excavations

PMR094K-21
Libya, Tripolitania: ruins of the ancient city of Sabratha, founded about 500 BC as a Phoenician trading post, later being Romanised after Carthage fell to the Romans in the Third Punic War in 146 BC. It reached its peak under the Emperor Septimius Severus in the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD, but was severely damaged in an earthquake in 365 AD. After the Arab conquest it lost all importance to Leptis Magna. General view of the Roman city, showing its fine location next to the sea.
Keywords: Roman architecture, archeological excavations, archeology, Maghreb, Punic architecture

PMR094K-15
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich, Nymphenburg Palace Park: the distant palace, viewed along the central axis canal from the ornamental cascades, with surrounding statuary.
Keywords: trees, fallen leaves, season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, long shadows, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine

PMR094K-13
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich, Nymphenburg Palace Park: the "Dörfchen" (little village), where village life was carried on to provide bucholic views for the palace occupants.
Keywords: trees, fallen leaves, season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, long shadows, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine

PMR094K-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, King Ludwig II's "fairy tale castle" was begun in 1869 but remains internally incomplete. The completed rooms display murals based on the operas of Richard Wagner, who was much admired by the Bavarian king. One of the most visited attractions in Germany. In this view, surrounded by trees in autumn colours.
Keywords: alpine, Schloss Neuschwanstein, Neuschwanstein Palace, Richard Wagner, Swan Knights, Alps, autumn, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR093K-28
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lohhof: view of the snow-covered Zugspitze in the Bavarian Alps, 100 kilometres away, with Munich's Olympia Tower and the BMW Building clearly visible.
Keywords: trees, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, long shadows, season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, fallen leaves, seasons, Unterschleissheim

PMR093K-27
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lohhof: view of the snow-covered Alps, 100 kilometres away, with Munich's Olympia Tower and the BMW Building clearly visible.
Keywords: trees, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, long shadows, season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, fallen leaves, seasons, Unterschleissheim

PMR092K-28
Turkey, Gallipoli Peninsula, Eceabat: view south from the hotel roof, of Tarihe Saygi Park, promenade, and Dardanelles Straits.
Keywords: First World War, Mustafa Kemal, Atatürk, WWI Battlefields, Memorials, Military Graves, Military Cemeteries, Battlefields, Allied landings, 25th April 1915, ANZAC, Dardanelles Campaign

PMR092K-27
Turkey, Gallipoli Peninsula, Eceabat: view north from the hotel roof, of the ferry terminal, harbour and town square.
Keywords: First World War, Dardanelles Campaign, ANZAC, 25th April 1915, Allied landings, Battlefields, Military Cemeteries, Military Graves, Memorials, WWI Battlefields, Atatürk, Mustafa Kemal

PMR092K-25
Turkey, Gallipoli Peninsula: reconstructed Turkish trenches at Chunuk Bair and view of the hinterland.
Keywords: First World War, Mustafa Kemal, Atatürk, WWI Battlefields, Memorials, Military Graves, Military Cemeteries, Battlefields, Allied landings, 25th April 1915, ANZAC, Dardanelles Campaign

PMR092K-24
Turkey, Gallipoli Peninsula: view of the landing beach from the ridge behind Monash Gully.
Keywords: First World War, Mustafa Kemal, Atatürk, WWI Battlefields, Memorials, Military Graves, Military Cemeteries, Battlefields, Allied landings, 25th April 1915, ANZAC, Dardanelles Campaign

PMR092K-21
Turkey, Gallipoli Peninsula: view of the Lone Pine military cemetery; a forest fire in 1994 denuded the area of the rest of the pine trees.
Keywords: First World War, Mustafa Kemal, Atatürk, WWI Battlefields, Memorials, Military Graves, Military Cemeteries, Battlefields, Allied landings, 25th April 1915, ANZAC, Dardanelles Campaign

PMR092K-19
Turkey, Gallipoli Peninsula: view of part of the military cemetery at ANZAC Cove with the sea in the background.
Keywords: First World War, Mustafa Kemal, Atatürk, WWI Battlefields, Memorials, Military Graves, Military Cemeteries, Battlefields, Allied landings, 25th April 1915, ANZAC, Dardanelles Campaign

PMR092K-18
Turkey, Gallipoli Peninsula: view of the military cemetery at ANZAC Cove, Ari Burnu.
Keywords: First World War, Mustafa Kemal, Atatürk, WWI Battlefields, Memorials, Military Graves, Military Cemeteries, Battlefields, Allied landings, 25th April 1915, ANZAC, Dardanelles Campaign

PMR092K-17
Turkey, Gallipoli Peninsula: general view of ANZAC Cove; landings took place along the entire stretch.
Keywords: First World War, Mustafa Kemal, Atatürk, WWI Battlefields, Memorials, Military Graves, Military Cemeteries, Battlefields, Allied landings, 25th April 1915, ANZAC, Dardanelles Campaign

PMR092K-04
Macedonia, Bitola: the ruins of Heraclea Lyncestis, a Greek town probably founded by Philip II of Macedon in the 4th century BC as Lynkestis. During the Roman period it was an important town on the Via Egnatia. In the Byzantine period the town was an important episcopal centre, but was sacked by Ostrogoth/Visigoth forces led by Theodoric the Great in 472 and 479 AD. In the 6th century AD it fell to the Slavs after successive attacks. Here: general view of the ruins, with the baths (left) and the courthouse (right).
Keywords: Byzantine, mosaics, archeological excavations, Byzantine ruins, Roman ruins, Greek ruins, Christian, historic, national heritage, Yugoslavia

PMR090K-29
Macedonia, Ohrid: the fortress of King Samuil, who reigned 976-1014 AD, with a view of the town beyond the crenellated corner tower. The site was already fortified in the 4th century BC.
Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, national heritage, castle, panorama

PMR090K-28
Macedonia, Ohrid: view of the town and Lake Ohrid from the fortress of King Samuil, who reigned 976-1014 AD.
Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, national heritage, panorama, waterside

PMR090K-26
Macedonia, Ohrid: the fortress of King Samuil, who reigned 976-1014 AD, with a view of the crenellated walls and defence towers. The site was already fortified in the 4th century BC. Lake Ohrid in the background.
Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, national heritage, fortifications, historic building

PMR090K-25
Macedonia, Ohrid: the fortress of King Samuil, who reigned 976-1014 AD, with a view of the town beyond the fortifications. The site was already fortified in the 4th century BC.
Keywords: historic, Yugoslavia, national heritage

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-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-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-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-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-03
Croatia, Dalmatia: mountains and coastal plain, just south of Dubrovnik: view looking south.
Keywords: Yugoslavia, landscape, geology

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-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-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-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-10
Croatia, Dalmatia, Solin: ruins of the ancient town of Salona, capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia, inhabited until 614 AD when it was taken by barbarians. General view of the ruins with the town basilica discernible at the rear.
Keywords: Roman ruins, Roman architecture, archeology, excavations, historic, national heritage, Yugoslavia

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-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

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-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

PMR084K-27
Czech Republic, Prague: west end of the Charles Bridge (Karluv most), viewed from a cruise boat on the River Vltava/Moldau.
Keywords: Czech capital, historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture

PMR084K-24
Czech Republic, Prague: View over the city from the castle terrace.
Keywords: Czech capital, historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture

PMR084K-23
Czech Republic, Prague: view of the Charles Bridge (Karluv most) from the castle terrace.
Keywords: Czech capital, historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture

PMR084K-22
Czech Republic, Prague: view over the city with the castle terrace in the foreground.
Keywords: Czech capital, historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture

PMR084K-06
Cyprus, Akrotiri: Bishop's Pool, with viewing hide and wading birds: Black-winged Stilt, Avocets, Ruffs.
Keywords: waders, water birds, ornithology, ornithological, bird watching, bird watcher

PMR083K-17
Cyprus, Paphos: aerial view of the motorway to Limassol near Kouklia, with Asprokremnos Reservoir to the left.
Keywords: cultivation, landscape, fields

PMR082K-34
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: View of part of the town and the Alps, from a beechwood, into the sun.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, snow scene

PMR082K-32
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View of the town and the new ski-jump from Berggasthof St. Martin (1040 metres a.s.l.)
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, snow scene, winter

PMR082K-28
England, London: View from the London Eye: Hungerford Bridge with part of the superstructure of the Millennium Wheel.
Keywords: metropolis, panorama, city

PMR082K-27
England, London: View from the London Eye: the Post Office Tower.
Keywords: metropolis, panorama, city

PMR082K-26
England, London: View from the London Eye: The River Thames with the Royal Festival Hall and National Theatre on the South Bank.
Keywords: metropolis, panorama, city

PMR082K-24
England, London: View from the London Eye: St. Paul's Cathedral and the City.
Keywords: metropolis, panorama, city

PMR082K-23
England, London: View from the London Eye: Hungerford Bridge, Charing Cross Station, the Post Office Tower and Centre Point.
Keywords: metropolis, panorama, city

PMR082K-22
England, London: View from the London Eye: pleasure craft on the River Thames, with Hungerford Bridge and Charing Cross station.
Keywords: metropolis, panorama, city

PMR082K-21
England, London: Viewing the city from a gondola of the London Eye.
Keywords: metropolis, tourist attraction, Millennium Wheel, Ferris Wheel, panorama, city, tourism

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-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-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-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-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-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-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

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-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-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-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-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-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-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

PMR077K-21
Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Aulendorf: entrance to Park Sanatorium and general view.
Keywords: recuperation centre, recovery, health centre, health treatment

PMR056K-32
Malta, Gozo, Ramla Bay: view of the beach with the statue of the Virgin in the middle, from Calypso's Cave.

PMR056K-29
Malta, Gozo, Xlendi: view of the bay with its tiny beach and promenade, from the south.

PMR056K-27
Malta, Gozo, Xewkija: view of the church, completed in 1978, with Europe's third highest dome (75 metres). As seen from Ggantija.

PMR056K-25
Malta, Gozo, Xaghra: view of the main square from the steps of the church.

PMR056K-03
Malta, Gozo: View of Xlendi with boat-launching ramp and rowing boat in the foreground.

PMR055K-36
Malta, Gozo: View of the resort of Marsalforn, Gozo, from above, with new apartments in the foreground.

PMR055K-35
Malta, Gozo: View of the resort of Marsalforn, Gozo, from above, showing the bay.

PMR055K-34
Malta, Gozo: View of the resort of Marsalforn, Gozo, from above, with cactus in the foreground.

PMR054K-35
Malta, Valletta: View of Marsamxett Harbour from Hastings Gardens.

PMR054K-27
Malta, Valletta: View of Vittoriosa and moorings for visiting yachts, with former R.N. Naval Bakery/Arsenal on the left.

PMR054K-21
Malta, Valletta: View of the bus station with the "Triton Fountain" in the centre.

PMR054K-17
Malta: Aerial view of St. Paul's Bay, Xemxija (left) and Bugibba and Qawra (right).

PMR054K-16
Spain, Extremadura, Caceres: View of the River Tajo (Tagus) and bridge from the castle tower in the Monfragüe National Park.

PMR054K-03
Spain, Andalusia, Cadiz: View of the city from the cathedral tower, "Torre de Poniente".

PMR054K-01
Gibraltar: View of the frontier crossing to Spain, from the Upper Rock, with La Linea in the background.

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

PMR053K-31
Gibraltar: View from the Upper Rock, with the town, yacht harbour and the Spanish mainland in the distance.

PMR053K-26
Gibraltar: View of the Rock from La Linea, while queuing for frontier checks.

PMR053K-19
Spain, New Castile: View of Toledo, with the cathedral and Alcazar, from a belvedere on the ring road, with the River Tagus (Tajo) looping round the city, in the foreground..

PMR053K-08
Spain, New Castile: El Escorial - built for Philip II in 1563-84 as an enormous monastery-palace by the architect Juan de Herrera, to commemorate the Spanish defeat of the French at St. Quentin in 1557. Here, view of the gardens from the monastery.

PMR053K-03
Spain, Old Castile, Segovia: View from the Alcazar, with the 13th century church of La Vera Cruz founded by the Knights Templar.

PMR052K-35
Spain, Old Castile, Segovia: View of the cathedral through the tall buildings in the old city.

PMR052K-11
Spain, Galicia, La Coruna: view of the typical glassed-in frontages ("galerias") from across the harbour.

PMR052K-09
Spain, Galicia, La Coruna: view of promenade and beach from the top of the Tower of Hercules.

PMR050K-27
Cyprus, Limassol/Lemesos: aerial view of part of the Akrotiri Peninsula with yacht harbour and salt lake behind.

PMR050K-26
Cyprus, Limassol/Lemesos: aerial view of the town centre and waterfront.

PMR050K-25
Cyprus, Limassol/Lemesos: aerial view of Kouris dam and reservoir.

PMR049K-08
Austria, Styria, Admont: Benedictine Abbey of Admont, founded in the 11th century by St. Emma of Gurk and Gebhard, Archbishop of Salzburg, but rebuilt after a fire in 1865. Contains a fine Rococo library which survived the fire. Here, view of the snow-covered mountains of the Gesäuse from the abbey lake.
Keywords: Alps

PMR049K-06
Austria, Styria, Admont: Benedictine Abbey of Admont, founded in the 11th century by St. Emma of Gurk and Gebhard, Archbishop of Salzburg, but rebuilt after a fire in 1865. Contains a fine Rococo library which survived the fire. Here, view of the abbey and its lake, backed by the snow-covered mountains of the Gesäuse.
Keywords: Alps

PMR049K-05
Austria, Styria, Admont: Benedictine Abbey of Admont, founded in the 11th century by St. Emma of Gurk and Gebhard, Archbishop of Salzburg, but rebuilt after a fire in 1865. Contains a fine Rococo library which survived the fire. Here, view of the abbey's south facade, reflected in its lake.
Keywords: Alps

PMR048K-15
Guatemala: Chichicastenango, a Maya town in the mountains, occupied by the Kaqchikel since pre-Columbian days, attracts large numbers of tourists on its two market days. Catholicism and paganism co-exist happily and even overlap. Here, view of the cemetery from the top of the hill at Pascual Abaj.

PMR047K-15
Honduras, Tegucigalpa: The former Presidential Palace, now housing a museum, overlooks the Rio Choluteca (view from above Puente Mallol).

PMR046K-35
Nicaragua, Managua: View of Lago de Managua, with volcano Mombotombito on the far side. The lake is ecologically "dead" due to pollution and no longer contains fish.
Keywords: lakeside view, Lake Managua

PMR046K-24
Costa Rica, Playa de Coco: View of the beach from the welcome shade of a tree.

PMR046K-23
Costa Rica: View of the volcano Miravalles (2028 metres high) in the Guanacaste Cordillera, 25 kilometres before Liberia, with solitary tree in the foreground.

PMR046K-06
Costa Rica, Cartago: Irazu Volcano National Park, 3432 metres above sea level: view fom the highest point, with a sea of clouds obscuring the Atlantic Ocean.

PMR045K-29
Panama City: Small garden with a fountain in San Felipe, with a view of the skyscrapers on Punta Paitilla.

PMR045K-23
Panama: Distant view of Panama City from the end of the Amador Causeway, with ornamental flowering bougainvilleas.

PMR045K-17
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Aerial view of the snow covered Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: Alpine panorama, winter, snow covered mountains

PMR045K-16
Austria, Tyrol: Aerial view of the Inn Valley and the snow covered Tyrolean Alps.
Keywords: Alps, Alpine panorama, snow covered mountains, winter

PMR029K-24
Australia, Queensland: Glasshouse Mountains: view east from the lookout.

PMR028K-32
Australia, Western Australia: Striking aerial view of the parallel "waves" of rock which break up the plain in the Kimberley, north Western Australia.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, outback, typical scenery, untouched nature

PMR028K-31
Australia, Western Australia: Aerial view of part of the Carr Boyd mountain ranges in north Western Australia.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, outback, typical scenery, untouched nature

PMR028K-30
Australia, Western Australia: Aerial view of the Argyle Diamond Mine which produces 33% of the world's supply of industrial diamonds.
Keywords: mining, diamond mining, precious stones, diamond extraction, natural resources

PMR028K-29
Australia, Western Australia: Aerial view of the parallel "waves" of rock which break up the plain in the Kimberley, north Western Australia.
Keywords: geology, rock formations

PMR028K-28
Australia, Western Australia: Aerial view of the parallel "waves" of rock which break up the plain in the Kimberley, north Western Australia.
Keywords: geology, rock formations

PMR028K-27
Australia, Western Australia: Aerial view of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae. Here: the western wall of the massif.
Keywords: geology, weather erosion, rock formations

PMR028K-26
Australia, Western Australia: Aerial view of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae. Here: the western edge of the massif, before erosion causes the beehive humps to form.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, weather erosion

PMR028K-25
Australia, Western Australia: Aerial view of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae. Here: Bellburn Creek emerging from the massif.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, weather erosion

PMR028K-23
Australia, Western Australia: view of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae. Here: this rock formation ressembles an elephant when silhouetted (left).
Keywords: geology, weather erosion, rock formations

PMR028K-22
Australia, Western Australia: View of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae.
Keywords: geology, weather erosion, rock formations

PMR028K-21
Australia, Western Australia: View of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, weather erosion

PMR028K-20
Australia, Western Australia: View of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae, as can be clearly seen in this picture in cathedral gorge.
Keywords: geology, weather erosion, rock formations

PMR028K-19
Australia, Western Australia: view of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae. Here: sunlight illuminating a cave, high up in the wall of cathedral gorge.
Keywords: geology, weather erosion, rock formations

PMR028K-18
Australia, Western Australia: View of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae. Here: reflection of the walls of the gorge in the pool in "cathedral" cave.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, weather erosion

PMR028K-17
Australia, Western Australia: View of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae. Here: in the "cathedral" cave, the walls of the gorge reflected in the pool.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, weather erosion

PMR028K-16
Australia, Western Australia: View of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae. Here: walking through Cathedral Gorge.
Keywords: geology, weather erosion, rock formations

PMR028K-15
Australia, Western Australia: View of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae.
Keywords: geology, weather erosion, rock formations

PMR028K-14
Australia, Western Australia: View of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, weather erosion

PMR028K-13
Australia, Western Australia: View of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, weather erosion

PMR028K-11
Australia, Western Australia: View of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae.
Keywords: geology, weather erosion, rock formations

PMR028K-10
Australia, Western Australia: Aerial view of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae. Here: the southern tip of the massif.
Keywords: geology, weather erosion, rock formations

PMR028K-09
Australia, Western Australia: Aerial view of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae. Here: Piccaninny Gorge and Piccaninny Creek flowing out of it.
Keywords: geology, weather erosion, rock formations

PMR028K-08
Australia, Western Australia: Aerial view of the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) in the Kimberley, with banded rock humps created by erosion, only recently discovered by Europeans. The bands of colour are superficial, caused by different types of algae. Here: a general view of the extent of the phenomenon.
Keywords: geology, weather erosion, rock formations

PMR028K-07
Australia, Western Australia: Aerial view of Lake Argyle, the largest man-made lake, first flooded in 1973, with dam in the foreground.
Keywords: reservoir, hydro-electric scheme, water power

PMR027K-34
Australia, Western Australia, Broome: Part of the shopping area in Broome, with plenty of shady verandahs.
Keywords: town view, typical street

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

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

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

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

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

PMR025K-36
View of Cradle Mountain, Dove Lake and the boat shed, from the north-west shore of Dove Lake in the Cradle Mountain National Park.
Keywords: wilderness scenery, unspoilt nature

PMR025K-35
Australia, Tasmania: View of Cradle Mountain from south-east shore of Dove Lake in the Cradle Mountain National Park.
Keywords: wilderness scenery, unspoilt nature

PMR025K-34
Australia, Tasmania: View south from Hansons Peak, with part of the Twisted Lakes, in the Cradle Mountain National Park.
Keywords: wilderness scenery, unspoilt nature, walkers, hikers, outdoor life

PMR025K-33
Australia, Tasmania: View of Cradle Mountain from Hansons Peak (1185 metres) in the Cradle Mountain National Park.
Keywords: wilderness scenery, unspoilt nature

PMR025K-32
Australia, Tasmania: Dove Lake and Cradle Mountain in the National Park. View from the carpark.
Keywords: wilderness scenery, unspoilt nature

PMR025K-30
Australia, Tasmania: View over Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park from Donaghy's Hill Lookout.
Keywords: wilderness, unspoilt nature, forest, tree covered landscape

PMR025K-23
Australia, Tasmania, Hobart: View of Hobart from the summit of Mount Wellington (1270 metres).

PMR025K-22
Australia, Tasmania, Hobart: View south from the summit of Mount Wellington (1270 metres).

PMR025K-01
Australia, New South Wales: Lookout over Jamison Valley near Wentworth Falls in the Blue Mountains
Keywords: Eucalyptus trees, admiring the view

PMR024K-34
Australia: Remarkable patterns left by water draining from the desert, as seen from the aircraft.
Keywords: aerial views, geography, salt lakes

PMR024K-33
Australia: Remarkable pattern of islands in a partially dried-out salt lake in the western desert, as seen from the aircraft.
Keywords: aerial views, salt lakes, geography

PMR024K-32
Australia: Remarkable pattern of islands in a partially dried-out salt lake in the western desert, as seen from the aircraft.
Keywords: aerial views, geography, salt lakes

PMR024K-31
Australia: Saltbed of a dried-out lake in the western desert, as seen from the aircraft.
Keywords: aerial views, salt lakes, geography

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

PMR024K-29
Singapore: CAFHI Jetty, Nicoll Drive and Changi Sailing Club from the air.
Keywords: aerial views

PMR024K-04
Malaysia, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur: View of Kuala Lumpur City Centre Park and some of the innovative modern high-rise buildings which surround it, from the top of the Observation Tower (Menara) which is 421 metres high.
Keywords: modern architecture

PMR024K-02
Malaysia, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur: View of the roof of the Kuala Lumpur shopping complex and part of City Centre Park from the Skybridge of Petronas Twin Towers.
Keywords: modern architecture

PMR024K-01
Malaysia, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur: View west from the Skybridge of Petronas Twin Towers showing the extent of the modern city. Park Plaza Hotel in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, high-rise blocks

PMR023K-27
Malaysia, Malacca/Melaka: View from the historic "A Famosa" hill fort, with large new housing estate (top left).

PMR022K-19
UAE, Dubai: View of Deira, Al Maktoum Bridge and Creekside Park from the Dubai Cable Car.
Keywords: architecture

PMR021K-05
Switzerland, Valais: Lac de Barberine and the Emosson Dam. All turbines and power lines are concealed from view.
Keywords: Savoy Alps, hydro-electric power, mountains, water power, electricity generation

PMR021K-04
Switzerland, Valais: Distant view of the snow-covered Alps with red berries and autumn foliage in the foreground.
Keywords: Savoy Alps, fall, autumn, mountains

PMR020K-25
Switzerland, Valais, Martigny: View of the town from the vineyards on the mountainside.
Keywords: wine, Alps

PMR020K-10
Romania, Wallachia: View of Orsova from the Danube causeway.

PMR020K-06
Romania, Transylvania, Sinaia: View of Sinaia Monastery, endowed by Mihail Cantacuzino in 1695, is built in the Brancoveanu style. The town and ski resort grew up around the monastery.
Keywords: Carpathian Mountains

PMR020K-03
Romania, Transylvania: Bran Castle, associated with the Count Dracula stories of Bram Stoker, perhaps based on the historical figure of Vlad Tepes ("Vlad the Impaler"), although the latter did not live in Transylvania and may never have visited it. The castle was built shortly after 1377 to protect trade routes and levy tolls. View of the central courtyard with well and surrounding galleries.
Keywords: horror stories, horror films, vampire bats, blood suckers, Gothic horror, spooky castles

PMR020K-02
Romania, Transylvania: Bran Castle, associated with the Count Dracula stories of Bram Stoker, perhaps based on the historical figure of Vlad Tepes ("Vlad the Impaler"), although the latter did not live in Transylvania and may never have visited it. The castle was built shortly after 1377 to protect trade routes and levy tolls. Closer view of the south tower.
Keywords: horror stories, horror films, vampire bats, blood suckers, Gothic horror, spooky castles, Carpathian Mountains

PMR020K-01
Romania, Transylvania: Bran Castle, associated with the Count Dracula stories of Bram Stoker, perhaps based on the historical figure of Vlad Tepes ("Vlad the Impaler"), although the latter did not live in Transylvania and may never have visited it. The castle was built shortly after 1377 to protect trade routes and levy tolls. View from an adjacent hill to the south.
Keywords: horror stories, horror films, vampire bats, blood suckers, Gothic horror, spooky castles, Carpathian Mountains

PMR019K-36
Romania, Transylvania: Bran Castle, associated with the Count Dracula stories of Bram Stoker, perhaps based on the historical figure of Vlad Tepes ("Vlad the Impaler"), although the latter did not live in Transylvania and may never have visited it. The castle was built shortly after 1377 to protect trade routes and levy tolls. View from an adjacent hill to the south.
Keywords: horror stories, Carpathian Mountains, spooky castles, Gothic horror, blood suckers, vampire bats, horror films

PMR019K-21
Czech Republic: Cesky Krumlov, a mediaeval town built in a loop of the River Vltava (Moldau): view of the river, winding through the centre of the town, with the castle and its round Gothic tower in the background.
Keywords: Czechoslovakia, architecture

PMR019K-19
Czech Republic: Cesky Krumlov, a mediaeval town built in a loop of the River Vltava (Moldau): view of the enormous castle with its round Gothic tower, from the car park of the Hotel Ruze.
Keywords: Czechoslovakia, architecture

PMR019K-18
Czech Republic: Cesky Krumlov, a mediaeval town built in a loop of the River Vltava (Moldau): view of the town showing the enormous castle in the background, with mews houses in the foreground.
Keywords: Czechoslovakia, architecture

PMR019K-17
Czech Republic: Cesky Krumlov, a mediaeval town built in a loop of the River Vltava (Moldau): view of the town with castle tower and Gothic Church of St. Vitus.
Keywords: Czechoslovakia, architecture

PMR019K-12
Czech Republic: Kutna Hora, a mediaeval town which grew rich on silver mining and coin minting in 14th and 15th centuries: view of St. Barbara's Church (1388) and the Jesuit College.
Keywords: Czechoslovakia, architecture

PMR019K-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: View of Lake Tegern from Mount Bodenschneid (1668 metres), with hiker in the foreground.
Keywords: Alps, open air, walking, hiking, alpine scenery

PMR019K-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Spitzing: View of the tiny Grünsee from Mount Rosskopf (1580 metres)
Keywords: Alps, alpine scenery, mountains, lake

PMR019K-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Spitzing: View of Lake Spitzing from Mount Rosskopf (1580 metres).
Keywords: Alps, alpine scenery

PMR019K-01
Croatia, Krk: View to the mainland of Croatia from Baska, on the island of Krk.
Keywords: Jugoslavia, Yugoslavia, Adriatic

PMR018K-29
Slovenia, Radovljica: View of the surrounding countryside and gardens with wooded hills in the distance.
Keywords: Jugoslavia, Yugoslavia

PMR018K-23
Slovakia, Kremnica: View of the 12-metre-high town wall and fortified church on approaching Kremnica.
Keywords: architecture, fortifications, mediaeval, Gothic

PMR018K-07
Austria, Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace and gardens, completed 1695-1700 for Emperor Leopold I. Palace architect: Johann-Bernhard Fischer von Erlach. View from the Neptune Fountain with horse carriage ("Droschke") in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, Schloß Schönbrunn, capital city, park, formal gardens

PMR018K-06
Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: View of the fortress (Hohensalzburg) and the cathedral (1655) from the famous Mirabell Gardens.
Keywords: Mozart, formal gardens, castle, historic city

PMR018K-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: View of the valley of Graswang from the summit of the Sonnenspitze (1622 metres), with the summit cross in the foreground..
Keywords: Alps, open air, hiking paths, mountains

PMR018K-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: View of the village of Graswang from the summit of the Sonnenspitze (1622 metres).
Keywords: Alps, mountains, hiking paths, open air

PMR017K-33
Austria, Vorarlberg: View of Bregenz on Lake Constance from the lake steamer.
Keywords: Bodensee

PMR017K-32
Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Lindau: View of the historic town of Lindau with its harbour and the famous lion on his pedestal, from the lighthouse.
Keywords: Lake Constance, Bodensee, yacht harbour

PMR017K-31
Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Lindau: View of the historic town of Lindau and the Mangturm (tower) from the top of the lighthouse, with pleasure steamers in the foreground.
Keywords: Lake Constance, Bodensee

PMR017K-24
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landshut: View of the historic town of Landshut from its castle, Burg Trausnitz.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval town, gables

PMR017K-22
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: View of north Munich from the top of the Olympic Tower (TV Tower).

PMR017K-13
Syria, Damascus: Former treasury (Kubbat al-khazina) of the Umayyad Mosque, standing on 8 antique columns in the courtyard. Closer view of the mosaics, dating from 788 AD, but frequently restored.
Keywords: middle east, religion, Mohamed, Islam, muslim

PMR017K-08
Syria: Palmyra, a city known from the first century BC, but became a Roman dependency after AD 18 and was extensively developed until destroyed by Aurelian in 273 AD. Here, view of the fortress, Qalaat ibn Maan, through an arch in the ruins.
Keywords: archeology, ruined city, architecture, excavations, desert city

PMR017K-01
Iraq, Baghdad: View from the observation tower on "Baghdad Island", a peninsula in the River Tigris, showing hotel.
Keywords: Mesopotamia

PMR016K-07
Iraq, Samarra: View from the top of the spiral minaret (Malwiyah) of the Samarra Mosque, once the largest mosque in the world of Islam, which rises 52 metres to a flat platform on the top. Prominent is the golden dome of the Askari Shrine in Samarra.
Keywords: mosque, Islam, Mohammed, religion, Muslim

PMR016K-02
Iraq, Kerbela, Fortress/Palace of Al-Ukhaidar: standing alone in the western desert, 48 kilometres south-west of Kerbela, little is known of the builders, although it is thought to date from the early 8th century AD. However it stands on an important desert trade route. View of the courtyard from the roof.
Keywords: mosque, Islam, Mohammed, religion, Muslim

PMR015K-20
Iraq: Ur, the oldest known large city, founded perhaps 6000 years ago, excavated by Sir Leonard Woolley between 1922 and 1934, was the Sumerian capital in its heyday, the third millennium BC, and according to the Bible, birthplace of Abraham as "Ur of the Chaldees": view of the ziggurat from the north-west.
Keywords: Mesopotamia, Bible, first civilisation, archeology, excavations

PMR015K-19
Iraq: Ur, the oldest known large city, founded perhaps 6000 years ago, excavated by Sir Leonard Woolley between 1922 and 1934, was the Sumerian capital in its heyday, the third millennium BC, and according to the Bible, birthplace of Abraham as "Ur of the Chaldees": view of a reconstructed house, known as "Abraham's House".
Keywords: Mesopotamia, excavations, archeology, first civilisation

PMR015K-11
Germany. Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: Winter scene with snow, fir trees, hut, and Alps in the background.
Keywords: Christmas card view

PMR015K-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: Winter scene with snow, trees, and Alps in the background.
Keywords: Christmas card view

PMR015K-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: Winter scene with snow, stream, and Alps in the background.
Keywords: Christmas card view

PMR015K-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria: View of Frauen Island with its nunnery, from the Herren Island in Lake Chiemsee.

PMR014K-31
Italy, Sicily, Agrigento: view of the town from the valley.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historic, pretzels, Greek temples, culture, Greek civilisation

PMR014K-29
Italy, Campania, Procida: View of the town of Corricella, dominated by the Castello, on the Island of Procida.
Keywords: Italian isles, peninsula

PMR014K-25
Italy: Milan Cathedral, begun in1386 and finished only in 1809, is adorned with 135 pinnacles and white marble statues. View of the main facade,
Keywords: Gothic, churches, inspiration, heritage, holy places, Christianity, architecture

PMR013K-02
Turkey, Istanbul: View across the Golden Horn with Gülhane Park (Topkapi Saray) and the Blue Mosque in the distance.

PMR013K-01
Turkey, Istanbul: View along the Bosphorus with Bogazici Bridge in the distance.

PMR012K-35
Turkey, Istanbul: View of the Golden Horn from the Süleymaniye Mosque.

PMR011K-35
Aerial view of snow covered Dolomites in the Italian Alps, with an isolated peak in the centre.
Keywords: Alps, mountains, valleys, peaks, geology

PMR011K-34
Aerial view of snow covered Dolomites in the Italian Alps.
Keywords: Alps, mountains, valleys, peaks, geology

PMR011K-33
Aerial view of snow covered Alps in Austria and Italy.
Keywords: Alps, mountain ranges, panorama, peaks, valleys, mountains

PMR011K-32
Aerial view of snow covered Alps in Austria and Italy.
Keywords: Alps, mountains, valleys, peaks

PMR010K-20
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: Kananaskis National Park: admiring the view, with Rocky Mountains in the distance.
Keywords: hiking, fitness, open air, walking

PMR010K-19
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: Kananaskis National Park: admiring the view, with snow-capped Rocky Mountains in the distance.
Keywords: hiking, fitness, open air, walking

PMR008K-19
Romania, Bucharest: Ceausescu's "House of the People" ("Casa Poporului"), now known as the "Palace of Parliament" ("Palatul Parlamentului") is the second largest building in the world, in terms of surface area occupied, after the Pentagon in the USA. One sixth of the city of Bucharest was bulldozed to provide the space for it in 1984. Today it houses the Chamber of Deputies, Constitutional Court, and an international conference centre.and has 3100 furnished rooms, including 64 reception halls. Beneath the edifice is a nuclear bunker 20 metres deep. View of the main facade.
Keywords: architecture, superlatives

PMR006K-24
Hungary, Budapest: View of the River Danube and the city of "Pest", with the chain bridge in the foreground.

PMR004K-34
Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: View of the Baltic Sea and the wide expanse of sand dunes.

PMR004K-33
Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: View of the Baltic Sea from the top of one of the enormous sand dunes, with the harbour in the background.

PMR004K-32
Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: View of the Baltic Sea from the top of one of the enormous sand dunes.

PMR004K-20
Latvia, Riga: View of the town with modern high-rise block, from the tower of St. Peter's Church.

PMR004K-18
Latvia, Riga: View of the cathedral, the castle, and Vansu Suspension Bridge.

PMR003K-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: Spring flower meadows surrounding Lake Ostersee, with a view of the Alps in the background.

PMR003K-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: Spring flower meadows surrounding Lake Ostersee, with view of the Alps in the background.

PMR002K-15
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: Winter view of the Zugspitze mountain (highest in Germany) with the village of Ehrwald in the distance.
Keywords: Alps

PMR002K-14
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: Winter view of the valley and mountains from the Panorama path.
Keywords: Alps, snow

PMR000K-21
Yugoslavia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: view of the city from the cruise ship "Iberia". 1950s.
Keywords: Adriatic, fortifications, port, fortress

PMR000K-15
Gibraltar: The Rock of Gibraltar viewed from the cruise ship "Iberia". 1950s.

PMR000K-14
Gibraltar: The Rock of Gibraltar viewed from the cruise ship "Iberia". 1950s.

PMR000K-13
Gibraltar: The Rock of Gibraltar viewed from the cruise ship "Iberia". 1950s.

PMR000K-12
Gibraltar: Rock of Gibraltar viewed from cruise ship "Iberia". 1950s

PMR000K-11
Gibraltar: The Rock of Gibraltar viewed from the cruise ship "Iberia". 1950s.

PMR045K-05
Cyprus, Pissouri: Admiring the view from Pissouri Bay headland.
Keywords: contemplation, relaxing, sea view

PMR045K-03
Cyprus, Pissouri: View of the beach at Pissouri Bay with Columbia Beachotel at the far end.

PMR044K-33
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Nymphenburg Palace, built in 1664 by Agostino Barelli, viewed from the palace gardens to the west. Statue of Greek god in the foreground.

PMR044K-28
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Aerial view of Waldkraiburg (?)

PMR044K-27
Russia, Moscow: View of the Kremlin towers from the Church of Christ the Redeemer.
Keywords: golden onion domes

PMR044K-17a
Russia, Moscow: The golden domes of the Church of Christ the Redeemer, newly rebuilt for the millennium after the original was demolished by Stalin in the 1930s to make way for a communist monolith which never materialised. View from the Kremlin.

PMR044K-17
Russia, Moscow: The golden domes of the Church of Christ the Redeemer, newly rebuilt for the millennium after the original was demolished by Stalin in the 1930s to make way for a communist monolith which never materialised. View from the Kremlin.

PMR043K-09
Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Tubingen: View of Hohentübingen Castle and streets of gabled houses from the top of the church tower.

PMR043K-05
Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Tubingen: View of the River Neckar from the ramparts of Hohentübingen Castle.

PMR043K-02
Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Tubingen: View east from Eberhardsbrücke (bridge) over the River Neckar.

PMR042K-29
Greece: Aerial view of one of the Greek islands.

PMR042K-28
Cyprus: Aerial view of Mount Olympos and the radar installations.
Keywords: early warning radar, parabolic antennae, geography

PMR042K-27
Cyprus: Aerial view of Germasogeia dam and reservoir.
Keywords: hydro-electric power, water power, renewable energy

PMR042K-26
Cyprus: Aerial view towards the north, with the Troödhos Mountains in the distance.

PMR042K-23
Cyprus, Paphos: View of Coral Bay resort and the surrounding land development.
Keywords: property development

PMR042K-11
Cyprus: Kykkou Monastery, fabulously wealthy and one of the most celebrated in the Orthodox world. Repeatedly burnt down since its foundation in the 12th century, the present building dates from the late 19th century. EOKA terrorists made use of its facilities during the emergencies. Here, view of the courtyard and its well, from the gallery.

PMR042K-08
Cyprus, Throni: View of Mount Olympos from Makarios' Tomb on Throni, with trees festooned with knotted together "prayer kerchiefs".
Keywords: customs and traditions

PMR042K-05
Cyprus, Troodhos: View of Prodhromos village and the huge, abandoned Berengaria Hotel, from the Artemis Nature Trail round Mount Olympos.

PMR041K-24
Romania, Moldavia: Vatra Dornei, a prosperous mineral spa resort in the time of the Habsburgs, lies high in the Carpathian Mountains and is now attempting to rebuild its popularity. Here, a view of the river and promenade with surrounding hills.

PMR040K-31
Romania, Moldavia: Neamt Monastery, one of the most important in Romania, viewed from the west, showing the main entrance.

PMR040K-28
Romania, Maramures, Sapanta: Wooden church with enormous wooden tower (under construction in 2003). Here, view of the roof arrangement and spire.
Keywords: religious architecture

PMR039K-09
Namibia: Etosha National Park: view over Moringa Lodge and the camping area, from a local hill.

PMR038K-13
Namibia, Twyfelfontein: View from the restaurant of the Twyfelfontein Country Lodge.
Keywords: veldt, African landscape, arid plain

PMR038K-02
Namibia, Swakopmund: View of the lighthouse, late afternoon.

PMR037K-32
Namibia, Swakopmund: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: view of the town and its pier.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes, aerial view, desert

PMR037K-31
Namibia: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: new housing at Swakopmund, between beach and desert.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes, aerial view, desert

PMR037K-29
Namibia, Walvis Bay: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: Walvis Bay from the air.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes, aerial view, desert

PMR037K-28
Namibia: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: flocks of flamingoes off Sandwich Harbour.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes, aerial view, desert

PMR037K-27
Namibia: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: wreck of the "Shawnee" (1985), north of Coception Bay, almost covered by dunes.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes, aerial view, desert

PMR037K-25
Namibia, Sossusvlei: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: sand dune shapes at Sossusvlei in the Namib Naukluft National Park. Some of the highest in the world - up to 380 metres high. Diamonds collect in the hollows under the sand.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes, aerial view, desert

PMR037K-24
Namibia, Sossusvlei: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: sand dune shapes at Sossusvlei in the Namib Naukluft National Park. Some of the highest in the world - up to 380 metres high. The saltpans contain water from the River Tsauch every 10-12 years.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes, aerial view, desert

PMR037K-23
Namibia, Sossusvlei: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: sand dune shapes at Sossusvlei in the Namib Naukluft National Park. Some of the highest in the world - up to 380 metres high. The saltpans contain water from the River Tsauch every 10-12 years.
Keywords: sand, desert, aerial view, wind-carved shapes, sand dunes, sandhills

PMR037K-22
Namibia, Sossusvlei: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: sand dune shapes at Sossusvlei in the Namib Naukluft National Park. Some of the highest in the world - up to 380 metres high. The saltpans contain water from the River Tsauch every 10-12 years.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes, aerial view, desert

PMR037K-21
Namibia, Sossusvlei: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: sand dune shapes at Sossusvlei in the Namib Naukluft National Park. Some of the highest in the world - up to 380 metres high.
Keywords: sand, desert, aerial view, wind-carved shapes, sand dunes, sandhills

PMR037K-20
Namibia, Sossusvlei: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: sand dune shapes at Sossusvlei in the Namib Naukluft National Park. Some of the highest in the world - up to 380 metres high.
Keywords: sand, desert, aerial view, wind-carved shapes, sand dunes, sandhills

PMR037K-19
Namibia, Sossusvlei: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: sand dune shapes at Sossusvlei in the Namib Naukluft National Park. Some of the highest in the world - up to 380 metres high.
Keywords: sand, desert, aerial view, wind-carved shapes, sand dunes, sandhills

PMR037K-18
Namibia, Sossusvlei: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: sand dune shapes at Sossusvlei in the Namib Naukluft National Park. Some of the highest in the world - up to 380 metres high.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes, aerial view, desert

PMR037K-17
Namibia: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: parallel ripple dunes, formed by the prevailing wind.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes, aerial view, desert

PMR037K-16
Namibia: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: Kuiseb River Gorge - contains water only 3-4 days a year, after rainstorms.
Keywords: sand, desert, aerial view, wind-carved shapes, sand dunes, sandhills

PMR037K-15
Namibia: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: the canyon, 150 metres deep, carved through the schist by the Kuiseb River.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes, aerial view, desert

PMR037K-14
Namiba: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: Kuiseb River Valley - sand to the west, rock to the east.
Keywords: sand, desert, aerial view, wind-carved shapes, sand dunes, sandhills

PMR037K-13
Namibia: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: the coastal belt - trees and sand dunes from low level.
Keywords: sand, desert, aerial view, wind-carved shapes, sand dunes, sandhills

PMR037K-12
Namibia, Walvis Bay: View along the promenade, with some of the new housing.

PMR037K-01
Namibia, Sossusvlei: The Nabib-Naukluft National Park: view of a saltpan from the top of a sand dune.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes

PMR036K-35
Namibia, Sossusvlei: The Nabib-Naukluft National Park: climbing a sand dune - the view below, with dried-up slat lake.
Keywords: sand, sandhills, sand dunes, wind-carved shapes

PMR036K-30
Namibia: Sesriem Canyon, 30 metres deep, carved by the River Tsauchab in 2 million years. The name derives from the fact that it needed six (ses) oxen spans (riem) joined together to haul a bucket of water up from the bottom of the canyon. Here, view along the floor of the canyon.
Keywords: geology, gorge, river erosion, semi-desert

PMR036K-27
Namibia: Distant view of the serried ranges of the Naukluft and Rast Mountains, from the road to Sesriem.
Keywords: arid landscape, African plain, semi-desert

PMR035K-34
Namibia: View of the harbour and town of Lüderitz from a spot near the lighthouse.

PMR035K-30
Namibia: View of Lüderitz from the "Felsenkirche" hill.

PMR035K-24
Namibia: Ai-Ais, a resort in a canyon in the desert with hot mineral springs and a trailer park with bar/restaurant. View of the canyon, river and campsite from the top of a neighbouring peak.
Keywords: arid landscape, barren land, semi-desert

PMR035K-23
Namibia: Ai-Ais, a resort in a canyon in the desert with hot mineral springs and a trailer park with bar/restaurant. Here, climbing a mountain for a view of the area.
Keywords: arid landscape, barren land, semi-desert

PMR035K-19
Namibia: View of the Kara Mountains in the south, purple in the distance.
Keywords: arid landscape, barren land, semi-desert

PMR035K-05
Namibia, Windhoek: View of the capital city from a hill to the east, showing the administrative centre.
Keywords: African cities, arid, semi-desert

PMR035K-04
Namibia, Windhoek: View of the capital city from a hill to the east.
Keywords: African cities, arid, semi-desert

PMR033K-32
England, Warwickshire, Knowle: 15th century Baddesley Clinton Manor House (National Trust); view from the west, with reflections in the moat.
Keywords: stately homes, architecture, mansions, Elizabethan manor house, moated manor house

PMR033K-07
England, Yorkshire, Whitby: View of the harbour wall and beach, with St. Mary's Church and the ruined abbey on the hill behind.
Keywords: seaside, holidays, recuperation, holiday resort

PMR033K-04
England, Yorkshire, Whitby: View of the harbour and fishing boats, with terraces of houses behind.
Keywords: seaside, holidays, recuperation, holiday resort

PMR032K-03
Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Oberstdorf: Skiers on the Kanzelwand in the Kleinwalsertal Alps, with a view to the north of the mountains.
Keywords: snow scene, skiing, mountains, snow sport, outdoor exercise

PMR031K-27
Cyprus: Aerial view of Paphos and coastline from the aircraft.
Keywords: housing development

PMR031K-21
Cyprus, Nicosia: View over the Turkish sector of Nicosia (Lefkosia), with cathedral and Kyrenia Hills in the background.

PMR030K-28
USA, Illinois, Chicago: View of Aon Building, with Prudential II and 360 North Michigan buildings from Monroe Harbor, with motor boat arriving in the foreground.
Keywords: water transport, modern architecture, high-rise buildings, multi-storey buildings, skyscrapers, architecture

PMR0037K-30
Namibia, Walvis Bay: Sightseeing flight from Swakopmund: the town and port of Walvis Bay from the air.
Keywords: sand, desert, aerial view, wind-carved shapes, sand dunes, sandhills

PMR076K-35
Germany, Upper Bavaria: View of the Karwendel Mountains from the reedy shore of Lake Ferchen, not far from Mittenwald.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, spring, conifers

PMR076K-33
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Kranzberg cafe terrace enjoys a stunning view of the Karwendel Mountains, not far from Mittenwald.
Keywords: alpine, pasture, mountain range, spring, conifers, restaurant

PMR076K-31
Germany, Upper Bavaria: View of the gardens of Schloss Schleissheim Palace near Munich with canals, fountains, and formal flower beds, based on the gardens of Versailles.
Keywords: spring, stroll, leisure, water features, park

PMR076K-30
Germany, Upper Bavaria: View of the gardens of Schloss Schleissheim Palace near Munich with formal flower beds based on the gardens of Versailles. In the background: the old palace, built for Duke Wilhelm V at the beginning of the 17th century.
Keywords: spring, stroll, leisure, park

PMR076K-28
Germany, Upper Bavaria: View of the "new" Schloss Schleissheim Palace near Munich with colourful formal gardens.
Keywords: spring, park, leisure, stroll

PMR076K-06
Spain, Lanzarote: aerial view of the ferry arriving at Playa Blanca, with Playa Dorada (centre) and the yacht harbour.
Keywords: tourist development, Canary Islands

PMR076K-05
Spain, Lanzarote: aerial view of a village (San Bartolome?) in the centre of the island, surrounded by mountains.
Keywords: Canary Islands, landscape, volcanic

PMR076K-04
Spain, Lanzarote: aerial view of the capital city of Arrecife, showing the harbour and the 17-storey Gran Hotel on the waterfront.
Keywords: Canary Islands

PMR076K-03
Spain, Lanzarote: aerial view of coastal tourist developments at Urbanización Playa Honda, from the aeroplane,
Keywords: tourist development, Canary Islands

PMR075K-25
Spain, Lanzarote, Teguise: view of the restored windmill and the Castillo de Santa Barbara on a neighbouring hill.
Keywords: Canary Islands, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR075K-18
Spain, Lanzarote: view of the black larva fields from the crater of "Caldera Blanca" in the Montanas de Fuego, Timanfaya National Park.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR075K-17
Spain, Lanzarote: view of the crater of "Caldera Blanca" in the Montanas de Fuego, Timanfaya National Park.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure

PMR075K-10
Spain, Lanzarote, Arrecife: view of the bridge and causeway, Puente de Bolas, with the tower of San Gines in the background.
Keywords: Canary Islands, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR074K-28
Spain, Fuerteventura: Betancuria is named after its founder, the Norman conquistador Jean de Béthencourt and was the capital of the island from 1405 until 1834 when Puerto del Rosario took over that role. Here: view of the church of Santa Maria, rebuilt after the town was laid waste by pirates in the 17th century. Contains finely carved ceilings.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, volcanic

PMR074K-27
Spain, Fuerteventura: Betancuria is named after its founder, the Norman conquistador Jean de Béthencourt and was the capital of the island from 1405 until 1834 when Puerto del Rosario took over that role. Here: view of the church of Santa Maria, rebuilt after the town was laid waste by pirates in the 17th century. Contains finely carved ceilings.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, volcanic

PMR074K-26
Spain, Fuerteventura: mountainous view from the Mirador Morro Velosa, in Betancuria National Park, under lifting fog banks.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR074K-16
Spain, Lanzarote, La Santa Sport: view of the lake belonging to this international training and recreation centre for athletes and sportsmen.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR074K-15
Spain, Lanzarote: view of Famara Bay and La Caleta, with Norwegian holiday homes, "Urbanización de Famara" in the foreground.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR074K-14
Spain, Lanzarote: view of El Cuchillo from the south, with the extinct volcano, Pico de Cuchillo, behind.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, volcanic

PMR073K-30
Spain, Lanzarote, Tahiche: the Fundación César Manrique, former home of the artist, now open to the public. Here: general view of the garden with urn in the foreground.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR073K-26
Spain, Lanzarote, Teguise: view of the town centre and Parque La Mareta in Teguise, from the hilltop castle, Castillo de Santa Bárbara.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, volcanic

PMR073K-25
Spain, Lanzarote: view of Haría from the Mirador de Haría, with extinct volcano "La Mesa" behind.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR073K-22
Spain, Lanzarote, Guinate: closer view of the harbour of Caleta del Sebo on the island of La Graciosa, and the Isla de Montana Clara behind.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, volcanic

PMR073K-21
Spain, Lanzarote, Guinate: view of the harbour of Caleta del Sebo on the island of La Graciosa with the Isla de Montana Clara behind and the Salinas del Rio (saltpans) far below.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, volcanic

PMR073K-20
Spain, Lanzarote: view of the tiny harbour of Caleta del Sebo on the island of La Graciosa, from the Mirador del Rio, designed by César Manrique.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, volcanic

PMR073K-17
Spain, Lanzarote: view of a pair of bays on the south tip of the island of La Graciosa, from Mirador del Rio.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

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

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

PMR073K-13
Spain, Lanzarote: view of Haría from above, with the extinct volcano "La Mesa" in the background.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR073K-12
Spain, Lanzarote: view of Haría in the "Valley of a Thousand Palms" with the extinct volcano "La Mesa" in the background.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR073K-11
Spain, Lanzarote: view of Haría in the "Valley of a Thousand Palms", with the extinct volcano "La Mesa" in the background.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR073K-09
Spain, Lanzarote: "Jameos del Agua", a collapsed section of the enormous volcanic "tube" starting on Monte Corona, which has been landscaped with gardens and swimming pool, is one of the island's chief attractions. Here: the swimming pool, viewed from the museum.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR073K-03
Spain, Lanzarote, Guatiza: "Jardin de Cactus", a cactus garden formed out of an extinct volcanic crater by César Manrique. It contains some 10,000 cacti of about 1000 different species, many flowering, as well as a restored windmill of the traditional local type. Here: backlit view of a woolly Opuntia.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR072K-17
Austria: Fasching (Carnival) procession (Perchtenlauf) in Ehrwald, Tyrol: closer view of the horned "Schiachpercht" (evil spirit).
Keywords: Alps, Perchtenlauf, witches, Ghosts, Spirits, Schiachperchten, Schönperchten, Perchten, Fasching, Fasent, Fasnacht, Fasnet, Fastnacht, tradition, masked dancers

PMR071K-26
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view from the summit of the Zugspitze (2962 metres), Germany's highest mountain. Here: looking south, over the indented peak of Hohe Munde Mountain, to the Inn Valley and the snow-capped giants in Austria and Italy, 150 kilometres away.
Keywords: mountains, nature, Alps, alpine, panorama, good visibility, mountain peaks, Wetterstein Mountains

PMR071K-25
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view from the summit of the Zugspitze (2962 metres), Germany's highest mountain. Here: the view north with Lake Eibsee and the Alpine foothills over the glacial plain leading to Munich.
Keywords: mountains, Wetterstein Mountains, mountain peaks, good visibility, panorama, alpine, Alps, nature

PMR071K-24
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view of the summit cross of the Zugspitze (2962 metres), Germany's highest mountain, and some intrepid tourists.
Keywords: mountains, Wetterstein Mountains, mountain peaks, good visibility, panorama, alpine, Alps, nature

PMR071K-23
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view from the summit of the Zugspitze (2962 metres), Germany's highest mountain. Here: the summit cross, with a panorama of Austrian alps behind.
Keywords: mountains, nature, Alps, alpine, panorama, good visibility, mountain peaks, Wetterstein Mountains

PMR071K-22
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view from the summit of the Zugspitze (2962 metres), Germany's highest mountain. Here: Mount Daniel (right) and the village of Ehrwald in Austria (partly hidden)..
Keywords: mountains, Wetterstein Mountains, mountain peaks, good visibility, panorama, alpine, Alps, nature

PMR071K-21
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View from the summit of the Zugspitze (2962 metres), Germany's highest mountain. Here: the Loisach Valley, leading north, with the peak of Mount Waxenstein in the foreground and Garmisch-Partenkirchen (partly hidden).
Keywords: mountains, Wetterstein Mountains, mountain peaks, good visibility, panorama, alpine, Alps, nature

PMR071K-04
Turkey, Lycia, Arykanda: The ancient city of Arykanda or Arykandos which may date back to the 20th century BC, disappeared from the map of the known world after the Graeco-Roman inhabitants left, until rediscovered by Charles Fellows in 1838. Since then many Graeco-Roman remains have come to light. Situated on the side of a steep, rocky hill, Arykanda was easy to defend, and required no extensive fortifications. Here: view of the sports stadium from the east, showing the three seating terraces.
Keywords: Greek ruins, Roman ruins, Graeco-Roman ruins, Graeco-Roman architecture, Lycians, archeology, excavations, towns of antiquity, Lycia

PMR070K-36
Turkey, Lycia, Arykanda: The ancient city of Arykanda or Arykandos which may date back to the 20th century BC, disappeared from the map of the known world after the Graeco-Roman inhabitants left, until rediscovered by Charles Fellows in 1838. Since then many Graeco-Roman remains have come to light. Situated on the side of a steep, rocky hill, Arykanda was easy to defend, and required no extensive fortifications. Here: view of the Scaene (stage building) of the amphitheatre, which is from the late Hellenic period.
Keywords: Greek ruins, towns of antiquity, excavations, archeology, Lycians, Graeco-Roman architecture, Graeco-Roman ruins, Roman ruins, Lycia

PMR070K-35
Turkey, Lycia, Arykanda: The ancient city of Arykanda or Arykandos which may date back to the 20th century BC, disappeared from the map of the known world after the Graeco-Roman inhabitants left, until rediscovered by Charles Fellows in 1838. Since then many Graeco-Roman remains have come to light. Situated on the side of a steep, rocky hill, Arykanda was easy to defend, and required no extensive fortifications. Here: the typically Greek, horseshoe-shaped amphitheatre with 20 rows of seats. It enjoys excellent acoustics and views of the landscape.
Keywords: Greek ruins, Lycia, Roman ruins, Graeco-Roman ruins, Graeco-Roman architecture, Lycians, archeology, excavations, towns of antiquity

PMR070K-26
Turkey, Lycia, Myra: The ancient city of Myra, founded in the 5th century BC, was the leading city of Lycia. The principal interest today is the collection of rock tombs, built into the cliffs, with elaborate temple-like facades, dating from the 4th century BC. All the tombs have been plundered and many were used as dwellings in Byzantine times. Myra was a flourishing city under the Romans, as evidenced by the substantial Roman theatre. Here: closer view of a tomb built into the cliff, with carved figures on the architrave.
Keywords: rock burials, Lycia, Roman architecture, caves, Lycians, archeology, excavations

PMR070K-22
Turkey, Lycia, Simena: The former Greek coastal village of Simena 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. Here: view of the harbour and moorings from the fortress on the hill.
Keywords: historical ruins, ruined fortress, sarcophagus, Byzantine fortifications, excavations, archeology, Lycia

PMR070K-19
Turkey, Lycia, Simena: The former Greek coastal village of Simena 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. Here: view of the settlement with fortress and quay from the sea.
Keywords: historical ruins, Lycia, ruined fortress, sarcophagus, Byzantine fortifications, excavations, archeology

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-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-06
Turkey, Lycia, Kalkan: a well-preserved section of a Roman aqueduct on a hill crest above the Bay of Firnaz, south of Yesiliköy, 230 metres long, 3 metres wide, and 9 metres high, which carried water under pressure in a 33cm. bore stone pipeline for 35 kilometres to Patara from a spring near (today's) Islamlar. Here: view along the aqueduct, closely encompassed by shrubs and trees.
Keywords: water supplies, water supply in antiquity, Roman building, Lycia

PMR070K-05
Turkey, Lycia, Kalkan: a well-preserved section of a Roman aqueduct on a hill crest above the Bay of Firnaz, south of Yesiliköy, 230 metres long, 3 metres wide, and 9 metres high, which carried water under pressure in a 33cm. bore stone pipeline for 35 kilometres to Patara from a spring near (today's) Islamlar. Here: view along the aqueduct, closely encompassed by shrubs and trees, showing how the water flowed uphill as well as downhill.
Keywords: water supplies, enineering wonders, water supply in antiquity, Roman building, Lycia

PMR069K-28
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: Already settled in the 7th century BC, the ancient site of Patara became one of the leading Lycian cities under the Romans, thanks to its flourishing harbour. When the battle against the sand was finally lost and the harbour silted up about 800 years ago, the city was abandoned. In recent years significant Roman building works have been freed from the sand. Here: view of the harbour basin and granaries, from a sand dune. The Agora stretched to the left.
Keywords: Roman remains, cities of antiquity, archeological excavations, Graeco-Roman remains, Roman architecture, Lycia

PMR069K-25
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: Already settled in the 7th century BC, the ancient site of Patara became one of the leading Lycian cities under the Romans, thanks to its flourishing harbour. When the battle against the sand was finally lost and the harbour silted up about 800 years ago, the city was abandoned. In recent years significant Roman building works have been freed from the sand. Here: view of the silted-up harbour basin, around which the life of the city formerly turned.
Keywords: Roman remains, Roman architecture, Graeco-Roman remains, archeological excavations, cities of antiquity, Lycia

PMR069K-24
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: Already settled in the 7th century BC, the ancient site of Patara became one of the leading Lycian cities under the Romans, thanks to its flourishing harbour. When the battle against the sand was finally lost and the harbour silted up about 800 years ago, the city was abandoned. In recent years significant Roman building works have been freed from the sand. Here: view from the Roman amphitheatre of the site of the antique city.
Keywords: Roman remains, Roman architecture, Graeco-Roman remains, archeological excavations, cities of antiquity, Lycia

PMR069K-16
Turkey, Lycia, Fethiye: View over Fethiye towards the sea, with the steep cliffs, where the rock tombs are to be found, in the foreground. The town stands on the site of the antique "Telmessos".
Keywords: Lycia, panorama

PMR069K-15
Turkey, Lycia, Fethiye: ancient rock tombs, carved out of the cliffs by Lycians. The largest, the Tomb of Amyntas, in the style of a Greek Ionic temple, dates back to the 4th century BC. All have been plundered and many used as dwellings in Byzantine times. Here: view of the cliffs with their rock tombs, and the town of Fethiye spread out below. It stands on the site of the antique "Telmessos".
Keywords: cities of antiquity, archeological excavations, burial chambers, Lycia

PMR069K-12
Turkey, Lycia, Fethiye: View across the neck of the peninsula between the Gulf of Gemiler and the Gulf of Fethiye, with yachts at anchor in the bay.
Keywords: Lycia

PMR069K-10
Turkey, Lycia, Lydae: Remains of the ancient town of Lydae, on a hill near the Gulf of Fethiye. Here: an unidentified ruined building, and view of the valley and surrounding hills.
Keywords: Roman remains, cities of antiquity, archeological excavations, Graeco-Roman remains, Roman architecture, Lycia

PMR069K-04
Turkey, Lycia, Kaunos: The ancient Graeco-Roman city of Kaunos lay on the border of Lycia and Karia and its inhabitants made a living from boat-building and the export of salt, slaves and amber. The city finally died when the harbour silted up and strangled communications. Here: view of the well-paved Necropolis Street from the east.
Keywords: Graeco-Roman remains, archeological excavations, Roman ruins, Greek ruins, antique cities

PMR069K-01
Turkey, Lycia, Kaunos: The ancient Graeco-Roman city of Kaunos lay on the border of Lycia and Karia and its inhabitants made a living from boat-building and the export of salt, slaves and amber. The city finally died when the harbour silted up and strangled communications. Here: view of the silted-up inner harbour, from the former site of the ancient city.
Keywords: Graeco-Roman remains, archeological excavations, Roman ruins, Greek ruins, antique cities

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

PMR068K-18
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. Here: panoramic view over Erfurt, with the roofs of the houses on the Krämerbrücke (Grocers' Bridge) (1325) in the foreground. Seen from the tower of St. Ägidien's Church.
Keywords: mediaeval city, German heritage, historic buildings, Lutherism, protestantism, mediaeval architecture, Thuringia

PMR067K-20
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: buttercup meadow with view of distant Lermoos from the Jubilee Way in the Mieminger Mountains, Tyrol.
Keywords: Alps, nature, verdant, alpine landscape

PMR067K-19
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: View down towards Biberwier and Lermoos from the Jubilee Way in the Mieminger Mountains.
Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, alpine landscape, mountain track

PMR067K-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria: View of snow-capped Mount Wank from Mount Kranzberg, near Mittenwald.
Keywords: alpine, mountain track, Alps, spring, mountain range, pasture

PMR067K-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria: View of the snow-capped Karwendel Mountains and Mittenwald from the summit of Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres).
Keywords: alpine, alpine landscape, alpine meadow, Alps, spring, mountain range, pasture

PMR067K-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Schloss Neuschwanstein Castle, the last of King Ludwig II's palaces, stands on a rocky outcrop near Schwangau. View from the Marienbrücke (Mary's Bridge).
Keywords: alpine, gables, towers, turrets, fairy-tale-castle, Füssen, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR067K-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: View of Hohenschwangau Palace, Lake Alpsee and Lake Schwanensee, with snow-capped Alps as a backdrop. As seen from Neuschwanstein Castle.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, alpine landscape, Swan Knights, Füssen, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR067K-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Schloss Herrenchiemsee, the most magnificent of Ludwig II's palaces, based on Versailles, is to be found on an island in the large Chiemsee (lake) and can only be reached by boat. Begun in 1878, it was never completed due to lack of funds. Closer view of the upper facade, richly decorated with allegorical figures and coats of arms, supported by a row of Ionic columns.
Keywords: German Architecture, sumptuous, opulence, sculpture

PMR066K-36
Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: view from the Mönchsberg of the River Salzach and Staatsbrücke (bridge), overlooked by the Capucine Monastery.
Keywords: Alps

PMR066K-35
Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: view of the right bank of the River Salzach with Holy Trinity Church, the footbridge, and the Capucine Monastery, from the Mönchsberg.
Keywords: Alps

PMR066K-26
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: In winter 2005/6 the Königssee at Berchtesgaden froze over, a very unusual circumstance, and people were able to walk the length of the lake to the well known chapel of St. Bartholomä. Here, a view of the frozen-over Königssee from St. Bartholomä.
Keywords: winter, mountains, Alps, snow, frozen lake, ice

PMR066K-22
rman<, Upper Bavaria: Berchtesgaden: In winter 2005/6 the Königssee at Berchtesgaden froze over, a very unusual circumstance, and people were able to walk the length of the lake to the well known chapel of St. Bartholomä. Here, a view of the Königssee, with St. Bartholomä on the left.
Keywords: winter, ice, frozen lake, snow, Alps, mountains

PMR066K-21
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: In winter 2005/6 the Königssee at Berchtesgaden froze over, a very unusual circumstance, and people were able to walk the length of the lake to the well known chapel of St. Bartholomä. Here, a view of snow-covered St. Bartholomä.
Keywords: winter, ice, frozen lake, snow, Alps, mountains

PMR066K-20
Cyprus: Aerial view of the sun on a silver sea, through fluffy cumulus clouds.
Keywords: cloud scenes, atmospheric

PMR066K-14
Cyprus: View of Larnaca from the airport, across the bay, with breaking waves in the foreground.

PMR066K-11
Cyprus, Paphos, Coral Bay: View of the small boat harbour and jetty from the adjacent headland.

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

PMR066K-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View from the Zugspitze, at 2964 metres, Germany's highest mountain, with the last rays of the sun on the rocks and the lower levels covered by a sea of cloud.

PMR066K-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View from the Zugspitze, at 2964 metres, Germany's highest mountain, showing serried ranks of alpine ranges in the early evening mist.

PMR066K-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View from the Zugspitze, at 2964 metres, Germany's highest mountain, with the golden summit cross, unusually without snow.

PMR066K-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View from the Zugspitze, at 2964 metres, Germany's highest mountain, with the Bavarian Alps in the foreground and the snow-covered Austrian Alps visible in the distance.

PMR065K-23
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Walkers pausing to admire the view of the Karwendel Mountains from the top of Mount Wank (1780 metres).
Keywords: hiking, mountain walking, fresh air, trekking, Alps, Bavarian Alps

PMR065K-20
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Farchant: Bird's eye view of the village of Farchant in the Loisach Valley, from Mount Wank.
Keywords: Alps, Bavarian Alps

PMR065K-13
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: View over the city with the domed St. Lukas (Protestant) Church and the red brick St. John the Baptist (Catholic) Church.

PMR065K-12
Bulgaria, Belogradchik: View of the town of Belogradchik from the castle.

PMR065K-11
Bulgaria, Belogradchik: View of the fantastically weathered rocks close to the town of Belogradchik.
Keywords: rock formations, geology

PMR065K-04
Bulgaria, Loseniya: View of the village of Loseniya in the Pirin Mountains, with the sandstone cliffs of Melnik in the background.

PMR064K-28
Bulgaria, Loseniya: View of the village of Loseniya in the Pirin Mountains, with the sandstone cliffs of Melnik in the background.

PMR063K-32
Bulgaria, Assenovgrad: View of the town from the Assenovata Krepost (Fortress), established in the 11-12th century.

PMR063K-28
Bulgaria, Plovdiv: View of the city from Jambaz Tepe, one of the three hills of old Plovdiv, looking south to where some of the "Seven Hills of Plovdiv" are visible.

PMR063K-27
Bulgaria, Plovdiv: View of the city from Jambaz Tepe, one of the three hills of old Plovdiv.

PMR063K-17
Bulgaria, Shipka: View of the densely wooded Balkan hills, from the top of the 1200-metre-high Shipka Pass.

PMR063K-06
Bulgaria, Veliko Tarnovo: View from Preobrashenski Monastery of the nunnery on the opposite side of the gorge, with part of the monastery in the foreground.

PMR063K-05
Bulgaria, Veliko Tarnovo: View from Preobrashenski Monastery of the nunnery on the opposite side of the gorge.

PMR062K-36
Bulgaria: Veliko Tarnovo, the first capital of Bulgaria from 1187. The site was previously used by the Thracians and then the Romans before the Bulgarians came, and is virtually surrounded by a loop of the River Yantra. Here, view of the town from Borouna, the Museum of Arts, with red flowering tree in the foreground.

PMR062K-35
Bulgaria: Veliko Tarnovo, the first capital of Bulgaria from 1187. The site was previously used by the Thracians and then the Romans before the Bulgarians came, and is virtually surrounded by a loop of the River Yantra. Here, view of the town from Borouna, the Museum of Arts.

PMR062K-34
Bulgaria: Veliko Tarnovo, the first capital of Bulgaria from 1187. The site was previously used by the Thracians and then the Romans before the Bulgarians came, and is virtually surrounded by a loop of the River Yantra. Here, closer view of the houses built right on the edge of the cliff.

PMR062K-25
Bulgaria: Veliko Tarnovo, the first capital of Bulgaria from 1187. The site was previously used by the Thracians and then the Romans before the Bulgarians came, and is virtually surrounded by a loop of the River Yantra. Here, a profusion of houses in mounting terraces bewilders the eye: view from Xadji Dimitar Street.

PMR062K-17
Bulgaria: Veliko Tarnovo, the first capital of Bulgaria from 1187. The site was previously used by the Thracians and then the Romans before the Bulgarians came, and is virtually surrounded by a loop of the River Yantra. View of the town through the main, arched entry gate.

PMR062K-01
Bulgaria, Shipka: Shipka Memorial Church, built in the Russian style in 1902 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Russo-Turkish war in 1877-8. Here, view from the south, showing the golden onion domes.

PMR061K-23
Bulgaria, Varna: View of the wide, sandy beach, popular with bathers, backed by the shady Primorski Park.

PMR061K-22
Bulgaria, Varna: View of the wide, sandy beach, popular with bathers, backed by the shady Primorski Park.

PMR061K-08
Romania, Northern Dobruja, Constanta: View of the History and Archeological Museum and Piata Ovidiu (Ovid Square), formerly the Greek agora, from the minaret of the Mahmudiye mosque.

PMR061K-07
Romania, Northern Dobruja, Constanta: View of the docks from the minaret of the Mahmudiye mosque.

PMR058K-23
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: View of Mount Wannig from Mount Grubigstein (2233 metres high).
Keywords: Alps, Tyrolean Alps, mountains

PMR058K-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Heimhausen: Heimhausen Palace, presently houses the Bavarian International School. Winter view across snow-covered fields.
Keywords: snow, Christmas scene, winter scene, frost

PMR058K-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Heimhausen: Heimhausen Palace, presently houses the Bavarian International School. Winter view through snow-laden trees.
Keywords: snow, Christmas scene, winter scene, frost

PMR431-05
Poland, Szczecin/Stettin: view of the River Oder and the docks, with the main road to Gdansk in the foreground.
Keywords: metropolis, highways, traffic, architecture, cityscape, city

PMR431-03
Poland, Szczecin/Stettin: view from the tower of the Castle of the Pommeranian Dukes, showing the brick-Gothic Church of Sts. Peter and Paul and the Kings' Gate, in Zolnierza Polskiego Square, and the new PZM tower in the distance.
Keywords: metropolis, roads, traffic, architecture, cityscape, city

PMR429-11
Madeira, Camera de Lobos: evening view of the town and harbour from the west.
Keywords: island, fishing village, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical

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

PMR429-03
Madeira, Boca d'Encumeada: view of the mountains to the east just before reaching the Encumeada Pass, with hamlet in the valley.
Keywords: island, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical

PMR428-07
Madeira, Canical: fishermen and helpers gutting the freshly-landed tuna-fish catch on the beach. View of the beach and fishing boats.
Keywords: island, fish, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical

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

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

PMR426-03
Madeira, Sao Roque do Faial: view to the north, showing scenery typical of the north side of the island.
Keywords: island, hilly, hills, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical

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

PMR417-09
Slovakia, Kezmarok (formerly Kesmark): view from the castle lookout tower, with the Catholic Church of the Holy Cross, New Protestant Church, and town hall tower visible in the distance.
Keywords: cottages, historic, heritage, Czechoslovakia, panorama, roofs

PMR417-08
Slovakia, Kezmarok (formerly Kesmark): view from the castle lookout tower, with old and new dwellings, and the High Tatra Mountains (Carpathians) in the distance.
Keywords: cottages, Kesmark, historic, heritage, Czechoslovakia, panorama

PMR415-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: view from Damm Kar in the Karwendel Mountains, with Alpenroses in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, Alps, craggy, crags, landscape, rocks

PMR415-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: view of part of the town with the Wettersteinspitze (2152 metres) behind, from the Karwendel Mountains.
Keywords: alpine, alpine valley, mountains, panorama

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

PMR409-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: autumn view across Lake Starnberg with the Alps in the far distance.
Keywords: trees, woods, turning colours, falling leaves, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, long shadows, fallen leaves

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

PMR407-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: the reservoir and fish ponds are a major bird sanctuary and RAMSAR site north of the Alps. View of a number of fish ponds from the tower, with the reservoir in the background.
Keywords: autumn colours, ecology, ornithology, ecological, ornithological

PMR407-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: view from Hochries (1569 metres) with mountain hut in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, open air, alpine scenery, mountain-scape, landscape, mountains, alpine valley, hiking

PMR406-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Oktoberfest 1994 - general view, with some of the entertainments and a fluffy toy stall in the foreground, at night.
Keywords: colourful, fun, atmosphere, beer tents, drinking, enjoy, lights, München, beer festival, night life, illuminations, fairground, funfair

PMR405-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Oktoberfest 1994 - night view of the main alley at the beer festival, showing some of the 14 beer tents.
Keywords: colourful, fun, atmosphere, beer tents, drinking, enjoy, lights, München, beer festival, night life, illuminations, fairground, funfair

PMR405-02
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: Burg Eltz, on the Eifel Massif, is a mighty fortress dating back to the 9th or 10th century. It has been constantly expanded and is still in possession of the same families who lived there in th12th century, 33 generations ago. Visble in this view are the fourth Rodendorf House and the Rübenach House, added in the 15th and 16th centuries.
Keywords: historic place, defence, fortifications, national heritage, castle, turrets, mediaeval

PMR404-11
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Mosel Valley: view of the River Mosel with town and bridge of Löf, from the vinyards of Burg Thurant.
Keywords: historic place, Moselle Valley, defence, fortifications, national heritage, castle

PMR404-05
Germany, Koblenz: view from Ehrenbreitstein Fortress upstream the Rhine, with TV-Mast on the hill..
Keywords: cruise ships, panorama, River Rhine

PMR403-09
Hungary, Budapest: view of Elizabeth Bridge and Danube Cruise Ships from the Citadel.
Keywords: Magyar, panorama, architecture, Danube, cityscape, capital city, metropolis

PMR403-08
Hungary, Budapest: view of Elizabeth Bridge, River Danube and Parliament Buildings from the Citadel.
Keywords: Magyar, panorama, architecture, Danube, cityscape, capital city, metropolis

PMR402-11
Hungary, Budapest: evening view of the Danube and city, with Elizabeth Bridge (nearest), Chain Bridge and Margaret Bridge, from the Citadel.
Keywords: Magyar, panorama, architecture, Danube, cityscape, capital city, metropolis

PMR402-06
Hungary, Budapest: view of the Danube and Chain Bridge with Parliament Buildings in the background, from the Royal Palace on Castle Hill.
Keywords: Magyar, panorama, architecture, Danube, cityscape, capital city, metropolis

PMR402-04
Hungary, Budapest: view of the Parliament Building and River Danube through the arches of the Fisherman's Bastion.
Keywords: Magyar, architecture, Danube, cityscape, capital city, metropolis

PMR400-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Augsburg: view of the city from the Perlach Tower, with one of the twin towers of the Rathaus (Townhall) in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, panorama, onion domes, Augustus Caesar

PMR399-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle from the south west.
Keywords: alpine, Füssen, crags, towers, turrets, fairytale castle, cliff, tourist attraction, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR398-10
Schwangau, Upper Bavaria: Hohenschwangau Palace, birthplace of King Ludwig II, overlooking the Alpsee (lake) near Füssen. View from the boathouse.
Keywords: castle, royal residence, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR394-05
New Zealand, South Island, Punakaiki: view along the coastal cliffs, with curiously eroded rocky promontory.
Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori, geology, geological

PMR393-04
New Zealand, North Island, Whakapapa: view of Mount Ngauruhoe from Whakapapa after a recent snowfall.
Keywords: antipodes, snow, mountains, 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

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

PMR391-07
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

PMR391-02
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

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

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

PMR389-04
Australia, Sydney Harbour Bridge at night: view of "The Rocks", Circular Quay and skyscrapers, from the bridge.
Keywords: architecture, landmark, metropolis, city, harbour, antipodes, modern architecture

PMR389-03
Australia, Sydney Harbour Bridge at night: view from the north west, with south pylon and all the lights of south Sydney.
Keywords: architecture, landmark, metropolis, city, harbour, antipodes, modern architecture

PMR389-02
Australia, Sydney Harbour Bridge at night: view from the north west, with north and south pylons and part of the lights of south Sydney.
Keywords: architecture, landmark, metropolis, city, harbour, antipodes, modern architecture

PMR388-09
Australia, Sydney Harbour Bridge at night: partial view from the south west, with the lights of North Sydney.
Keywords: architecture, landmark, metropolis, city, harbour, antipodes, modern architecture

PMR388-08
Australia, Sydney Harbour Bridge at night: view from the south west, with floodlit pylon.
Keywords: architecture, landmark, metropolis, city, harbour, antipodes, modern architecture

PMR388-07
Australia, Sydney Harbour Bridge at night: view from the south east.
Keywords: architecture, landmark, metropolis, city, harbour, antipodes, modern architecture

PMR387-12
Australia, Queensland, Brisbane: the summit of Mount
Coot-tha offers spectacular views of Brisbane, and is a popular picnic spot.
Keywords: architecture, port, Brisbane River, metropolis, city

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

PMR386-04
Australia, Queensland, Gladstone: Australia's fifth largest port, Gladstone exports principally coal and alumina from a natural harbour. View of the town and river, with road bridge raised to allow passage to a boat.
Keywords: shipping, docks, raw materials, coal handling, exports

PMR386-03
Australia, Queensland, Gladstone: Australia's fifth largest port, Gladstone exports principally coal and alumina from a natural harbour. View of the marina and river mouth from the park lookout, with Bougainvillea flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: shipping, docks, raw materials, coal handling, exports

PMR385-04
Australia, Queensland, Cairns: Cairns-Kuranda Scenic Railway, built between 1886 and 1891 to supply settlements on the AthertonTablelands; view of the train approaching Cairns through typical vegetation.
Keywords: semi-tropical, train, locomotive, seaside, diving centre, resort

PMR385-03
Australia, Queensland, Cairns: Cairns-Kuranda Scenic Railway, built between 1886 and 1891 to supply settlements on the AthertonTablelands; view of a small settlement on the coastal plain, from the descending train.
Keywords: semi-tropical, train, locomotive, seaside, diving centre, resort

PMR380-08
Australia, Northern Territory: Katherine Gorge National Park (Aboriginal: "Nitmiluk") - the inclination of the strata is evident in this view along the fourth gorge.
Keywords: outback, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR380-07
Australia, Northern Territory: Katherine Gorge National Park (Aboriginal: "Nitmiluk") - view of the start of the steep-sided fourth gorge from the rocks at the end.
Keywords: outback, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR380-05
Australia, Northern Territory: Katherine Gorge National Park (Aboriginal: "Nitmiluk") - view along the third gorge, from the top of the rocks.
Keywords: outback, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR380-02
Australia, Northern Territory: Katherine Gorge National Park (Aboriginal: "Nitmiluk") - view ahead to the second lake and steepening walls of the gorge.
Keywords: outback, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR379-07
Australia, Alice Springs: view along Bath Street from Anzac Hill.
Keywords: outback, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR379-05
Australia, Northern Territory: view from the air of Ayers Rock Resort, laid out round a circular service road. It is already one of the six largest towns in the Northern Territory.
Keywords: outback, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR377-11
Australia, Northern Territory: climbing Ayers Rock (Uluru) - view looking back at the coach park with the Olgas luminescent on the horizon.
Keywords: outback, monolith, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR377-10
Australia, Northern Territory: Ayers Rock (Uluru) at sundown, from the viewing enclosure.
Keywords: outback, monolith, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR377-09
Australia, Northern Territory: view from the top of Ayers Rock or Uluru: the empty plain. The highest point is 348 metres above the plain. A smooth, sand-blasted shoulder of the monolith, showing part of the circuit road.
Keywords: outback, tropical, biotope, ecology, savannah, vegetation, geology, natural, nature, bush, wilderness

PMR377-08
Australia, Northern Territory: view from the top of Ayers Rock or Uluru: the empty plain. The highest point is 348 metres above the plain. Pot holes eroded in the surface retain rainwater which is valuable to many animals and birds.
Keywords: outback, monolith, tropical, biotope, ecology, savannah, vegetation, geology, natural, nature, bush, wilderness

PMR377-07
Australia, Northern Territory: view from the top of Ayers Rock or Uluru: the empty plain. The highest point is 348 metres above the plain.
Keywords: outback, tropical, biotope, ecology, savannah, vegetation, geology, natural, nature, bush, wilderness

PMR377-05
Australia, Northern Territory: Ayers Rock, from the viewing enclosure. The Aborigine name is "Uluru"
Keywords: outback, monolith, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR375-12
Australia, Melbourne: "Como", an historic country mansion dating back to 1847, was taken over by the National Trust of Australia in 1959; view of the house from the well-wooded grounds.
Keywords: architecture, modern architecture, Oz, antipodes

PMR375-08
Australia, Canberra: view from Mount Ainslie, with Capital Hill on the far side of Lake Burley Griffin with its 140-metre, 6-tonne water jet, and War Memorial and Anzac Parade on the near side.
Keywords: architecture, harbour, antipodes, Oz, modern architecture

PMR375-03
Australia, Sydney: the Opera House, closer view from the catamaran.
Keywords: architecture, harbour, antipodes, Oz, modern architecture

PMR374-06
Australia, Sydney: six lanes of traffic and the railway line on Sydney Harbour Bridge. View from the south pylon.
Keywords: architecture, harbour, antipodes, Oz, modern architecture

PMR372-12
Australia, Sydney: view from Sydney Tower: South Head in the distance, with silhouetted figures.
Keywords: architecture, harbour, antipodes, Oz, modern architecture

PMR372-11
Australia, Sydney: view from Sydney Tower: Hyde Park and the Australian Museum in the foreground; Centennial Park and Football Stadium in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, harbour, antipodes, Oz, modern architecture

PMR372-10
Australia, Sydney: view from Sydney Tower, right foreground: St. Marys RC Cathedral; centre left: Art Gallery of NSW in the Domain; beyond: Darling Point, Point Piper and Vaucluse.
Keywords: architecture, modern architecture, Oz, antipodes, harbour

PMR372-09
Australia, Sydney: view from Sydney Tower, left: Town Hall and St. Andrews Cathedral; centre: Tumbalong Park and Sydney Exhibition Centre.
Keywords: architecture, harbour, antipodes, Oz, modern architecture

PMR372-06
Australia, Sydney: view of Darling Harbour with veteran ferry boat belonging to the National Maritime Museum in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, harbour, antipodes, Oz, modern architecture

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

PMR369-04
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

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

PMR566-01
U.S.A., Chicago: view west from the top of Sears Tower, with Congrerss Avenue and the Loop.
Keywords: architecture, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high rise buildings, Lake Michigan, panorama, windy city

PMR565-9
U.S.A., Chicago: view from the top of Sears Tower (1450 feet = 442 metres high), "the world's tallest building from street level to rooftop", with Aon Building, Navy Pier, and part ofGrant Park; Lake Michigan in the background.
Keywords: architecture, windy city, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high rise buildings, Lake Michigan, panorama

PMR565-12
U.S.A., Chicago: view from the top of Sears Tower (1450 feet = 442 metres high), "the world's tallest building from street level to rooftop", with Wells Street, Chicago River, Merchandise Mart and John Hancock Center and Lake Michigan behind.
Keywords: architecture, panorama, Lake Michigan, high rise buildings, tower blocks, skyscrapers, windy city

PMR565-11
U.S.A., Chicago: view from the top of Sears Tower (1450 feet = 442 metres high), "the world's tallest building from street level to rooftop", with the junction of the north and south arms of the Chicago River and North Western Railway Station.
Keywords: architecture, panorama, Lake Michigan, high rise buildings, tower blocks, skyscrapers, windy city

PMR565-10
Chicago: view from the top of Sears Tower (1450 feet = 442 metres high), "the world's tallest building from street level to rooftop", with Buckingham Fountain, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium, and the yacht harbour.
Keywords: architecture, windy city, skyscrapers, tower blocks, high rise buildings, Lake Michigan, panorama

PMR565-1
Hawaii, Honolulu: Iolani Palace (side view), completed in 1882, is the only royal palace in the U.S.A.
Keywords: architecture, royalty

PMR563-4
Girraween (= "place of flowers") National Park: lies in the granite belt. View from the summit of "The Pyramid", a very smooth and steep climb.
Keywords: outback, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, widlife, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope

PMR562-10
Australia, Queensland, Palm View: Ettamogah Pub on the Bruce Highway, an Australian institution.
Keywords: beer, Aussie humour, bar, booze

PMR560-02
Australia, Western Australia, Kununurra: Mirima or Hidden Valley National Park, with view over Kununurra, the Kimberley's newest town, from one of the hills (most of the buildings are hidden in the trees).
Keywords: outback, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR559-9
Australia, Western Australia, The Kimberley: Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles), with the banded rock humps only recently discovered by Europeans. View along Cathedral Gorge; during the wet season the area is under water much of the time.
Keywords: outback, biotope, ecology, savannah, vegetation, geology, widlife, natural, nature, bush, wilderness

PMR559-12
Australia, Western Australia, The Kimberley: Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles), with the banded rock humps only recently discovered by Europeans. The banding is said to be caused by coatings of silica (orange) and lichen (black). Closer view of a banded rock face, with eucalyptus tree in the foreground.
Keywords: outback, biotope, ecology, savannah, vegetation, geology, widlife, natural, nature, bush, wilderness

PMR557-10
Australia, Western Australia, Nanutarra: the Ashburton River, close to the Nanutarra Roadhouse, view downstream.
Keywords: outback, eucalyptus, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR556-4
Australia, Western Australia, Norseman: View from Beacon Hill, with a good specimen of Eucalyptus Dundasii in the foreground.
Keywords: tropical, trees, scrub, outback

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR554-9
Australia, Tasmania: Cradle Mountain/Lake St. Clair National Park: view of the north end of Dove Lake with boat house.
Keywords: wilderness, wild country, untamed nature, untamed

PMR554-7
Australia, Tasmania: Cradle Mountain/Lake St. Clair National Park: view of Dove Lake from Hansons Peak (1185 metres).
Keywords: wilderness, wild country, untamed nature, untamed

PMR554-2
Australia, Tasmania: Cradle Mountain/Lake St. Clair National Park: view of Lake St. Clair with canoes in the foreground.
Keywords: wilderness, untamed, untamed nature, wild country

PMR554-1
Viewing platform on the summit of Mount Wellington, with the city below, just before a snow storm.
Keywords: mountain top, city panorama

PMR553-12
Australia, Tasmania: View of Hobart from the summit of Mount Wellington (1270 metres), with the Tasman Bridge over the Derwent River.
Keywords: city panorama, mountain top

PMR553-1
Australia, New South Wales, Blue Mountains: view of the Three Sisters, from Lady Darley's Lookout.
Keywords: Eucalyptus forest, gum trees, rock pinnacles, rock outcrops

PMR552-6
Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur: View west from the Petronas Twin Towers, with part of the south-west tower.
Keywords: world's tallest building, world's highest building, skyscrapers, office buildings, architecture, stainless steel, business centres

PMR552-5
Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur: View south from Petronas Twin Towers, with the Kuala Lumpur City Centre Park in the foreground.
Keywords: world's tallest building, business centres, stainless steel, architecture, office buildings, skyscrapers, world's highest building

PMR552-11
Australia, New South Wales, The Blue Mountains: visitors viewing the Three Sisters and Jamison Valley from Echo Point.
Keywords: rock pinnacles, rock formations

PMR552-04
Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur: View north from the Petronas Twin Towers, the highest building in the world at 452 metres when completed in 1998. The twin towers are joined by a glass bridge, the "Skybridge", at the 41st/42nd floors, which is open to the public. The architect was Cesar Pelli, an American.
Keywords: world's tallest building, business centres, stainless steel, architecture, office buildings, skyscrapers, world's highest building

PMR551-3
Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur: The former Selangor Council Building (now called Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad), completed in 1897 from plans of architect A.C. Norman. View through the ornamental fountain, with columns in the foreground.
Keywords: historic building, Islamic architecture, clocktower, colonial architecture

PMR551-2
Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur: The former Selangor Council Building (now called Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad), completed in 1897 from plans of architect A.C. Norman. View from the ornamental pool on the Padang (now called Merdeka Square).
Keywords: historic building, Islamic architecture, clocktower, colonial architecture

PMR547-02
Switzerland, Valais: Emosson Dam and lake. All turbines and power lines are concealed from view.
Keywords: Alps, landscaping, water power, electricity generation, electricity generating, electricity, hydro-electric, dramatic, rugged, hiking, scenery, spectacular, alpine, scenic, mountains

PMR545-4
Baile Herculane ("Baths of Hercules"): used and named by the Romans, these mineral springs formed the basis of a spa developed by the Austrians at the beginning of the 19th century. Here: view of the cast-iron bridge over the River Cerna and communal rooms. The government is endeavouring to revive the popularity of the spa town.
Keywords: spa town, health spa, mineral baths

PMR545-3
Baile Herculane ("Baths of Hercules"): used and named by the Romans, these mineral springs formed the basis of a spa developed by the Austrians at the beginning of the 19th century. Here: view of the cast-iron bridge over the River Cerna with baths and communal rooms. The government is endeavouring to revive the popularity of the spa town.
Keywords: spa town, health spa, mineral baths

PMR544-4
Bran Castle, built shortly after 1377 to protect trade routes and levy tolls, now exclusively associated with the "Count Dracula" stories of Bram Stoker which were perhaps based on Vlad Tepes ("Vlad the Impaler") the bloodthirsty Prince of Wallachia (born 1431), although the latter did not live in Transylvania. Here: view of the castle from an adjacent hill.
Keywords: Count Dracula, Transylvania, Vampire, Gothic Horror Stories, Bram Stoker, Blood-sucking, Gothic Castle, Spooky, Eerie, Frightening, Bloddthirsty, ghoulish, demonic, devilish, weird, vampirish

PMR544-3
Bran Castle, built shortly after 1377 to protect trade routes and levy tolls, now exclusively associated with the "Count Dracula" stories of Bram Stoker which were perhaps based on Vlad Tepes ("Vlad the Impaler") the bloodthirsty Prince of Wallachia (born 1431), although the latter did not live in Transylvania. Here: view of the castle surrounded by woods.
Keywords: Count Dracula, Transylvania, Vampire, Gothic Horror Stories, Bram Stoker, Blood-sucking, Gothic Castle, Spooky, Eerie, Frightening, Bloddthirsty, ghoulish, demonic, devilish, weird, vampirish

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

This picture: view of the courtyard, from the arcaded gallery, with semi-precious stone inlays on the columns.
Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture

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

PMR544-2
Bran Castle, built shortly after 1377 to protect trade routes and levy tolls, now exclusively associated with the "Count Dracula" stories of Bram Stoker which were perhaps based on Vlad Tepes ("Vlad the Impaler") the bloodthirsty Prince of Wallachia (born 1431), although the latter did not live in Transylvania. Here: view of the castle from the nearby valley, surrounded by forest.
Keywords: Count Dracula, Transylvania, Vampire, Gothic Horror Stories, Bram Stoker, Blood-sucking, Gothic Castle, Spooky, Eerie, Frightening, Bloddthirsty, ghoulish, demonic, devilish, weird, vampirish

PMR544-1
Brasov: view of the town from the cablecar station on Timpa Hill, with the Black Church and Town Hall prominent.
Keywords: panorama, bird's eye view

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

PMR542-4
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

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

PMR541-1
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

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

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

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

PMR682-03
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

PMR681-09
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

PMR681-03
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

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

PMR678-07
Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar: view of the capital from the south-west.
Keywords: Mongol, Chinggis Khaan, Genghis Khan, statue, monument, capital, steppe, Outer Mongolia

PMR678-04
Mongolia, Töv: view of Eej Khad (Mother Rock/Holy Mountain), with tree in the foreground.
Keywords: Mongol, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism

PMR677-11
Mongolia, Dundgov: Baga Gazriin Chuluu, an area of granite outcrops in the Gobi Desert. Distant view of the Rotel bus, parked at the edge of the granite rocks.
Keywords: Mongol, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism

PMR676-06
Mongolia, Dundgov: Baga Gazriin Chuluu, an area of granite outcrops in the Gobi Desert. View of the landscape of outcrops with a ger (yurt) in the distance.
Keywords: Mongol, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism

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

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

PMR639-06
Albania, Tirana: the ambitious new glass cablecar terminal, 1200 metres high on Mount Dajti, from where there are breathtaking views over the city and surrounding countryside.
Keywords: Shqiperia, cablecar station, modern architecture, capital city

PMR639-04
Albania: Kruja, site of Skanderbeg's fortress, from where he resisted the might of the Ottoman army from 1443 to 1468. View of one of the watchtowers which has recently been rebuilt.
Keywords: Shqiperia, defenders' tower, citadel, ruined fortress, fortifications, Kruje

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

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

PMR638-03
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

PMR637-08
Croatia, Dalmatia, Dubrovnik: view of the harbour, quayside and Dominican Monastery from St. John's Fort.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage, historic city, port

PMR637-06
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

PMR637-03
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

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

PMR636-09
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

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

PMR634-02
Czech Republic, Prague: view of the city and terrace of Hradcany Castle, with the River Vltava (Moldau) below.
Keywords: Czech capital, historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture

PMR633-02
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: view of the town and surrounding snow-covered mountains from a ski-slope.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, snow scene

PMR632-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: panorama view over the town to the Karwendel Mountains, from the terrace of the Berggasthof St. Martin (1040 metres high).
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, snow scene, panorama

PMR632-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view over the town to the Karwendel Mountains, from the terrace of the Berggasthof St. Martin (1040 metres high), with Löwenbräu banner.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, snow scene, panorama

PMR632-08
England, London: view of the River Thames, the Ministry of Defence, Charing Cross Station and Hungerford Railway Bridge, with Centre Point and the Post Office Tower in the distance, from the "London Eye".
Keywords: metropolis, millennium wheel, city, panorama

PMR632-07
England, London: view of the River Thames, the Royal Festival Hall, the National Theatre, St. Paul's Cathedral and the city, from the "London Eye".
Keywords: metropolis, millennium wheel, city, panorama

PMR632-06
Cyprus, Dorá: view of the village in the foothills of the Tröodhos Mountains, from an adjoining hill.
Keywords: mountain village

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

PMR631-10
Tunisia: Bizerta, founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC under the name of Hippo Diarrytus, possesses a fine natural harbour. View of the colourful fishing boats and reflections of the quayside buildings.
Keywords: Islamic, Maghreb, historic, heritage, Mohamed, Muslim, picturesque

PMR631-05
Tunisia: Dougga: the old Roman city of Thugga, the best preserved in north Africa, probably built on the site of an existing Numidian city about 105 BC. A UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. View of the Juno Caelestis Temple, founded between 222 and 235 AD by Julius Gabinius, and half surrounded by a crescent-shaped wall.
Keywords: architecture, ruined city, historic, heritage, Maghreb

PMR631-03
Tunisia, Monastir: the Ribat, dating from 796 AD, the oldest in north Africa. View from the watch tower, showing the central court, (into which the entire population would crowd in times of danger), the twin minarets of the Bourguiba Mausoleum, and the surrounding burial ground.
Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture

PMR631-02
Tunisia, Monastir: view inside the Ribat, dating from 796 AD, the oldest in north Africa, with original watch tower. The turreted section is the oldest part of the Ribat (ca. 800 AD) and now houses a museum.
Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture

PMR630-12
Tunisia, Monastir: twin minarets of the mausoleum of Habib Bourguiba, the first president of Tunisia, who was born in Monastir. Erected in 1963. Here: a closer view of the intricate wrought iron gates and enclosing fence.
Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture, Maghreb

PMR630-09
Tunisia: Chebika, an abandoned Berber oasis village on the site of the former Roman military outpost, Ad Speculum, lies on the slope of the Jebel en Negueb (Red Mountains), on the edge of the desert, about five kilometres from the Algerian border. Here: view of the date palms which are still cultivated and harvested by the villagers, whose property they are.
Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam

PMR630-08
Tunisia: Chebika, an abandoned Berber oasis village on the site of the former Roman military outpost, Ad Speculum, lies on the slope of the Jebel en Negueb (Red Mountains), on the edge of the desert, about five kilometres from the Algerian border. Here: view of the surrounding barren landscape.
Keywords: Muslim, Islam, heritage, historic, Mohamed

PMR630-01
Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: courtyard and minaret of Sidi Oqba Mosque, dating from the eighth century, the oldest in north Africa, and model for later mosques throughout the Mahgreb. View through an arch. UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site.
Keywords: Muslim, Maghreb, architecture, Islam, heritage, historic, Mohamed

PMR629-12
Tunisia, Sousse: view of the courtyard of the "Great Mosque", built in 851 AD, with the wall of the medina and the harbour in the background, and fountain in the foreground.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohamed, heritage, historic

PMR629-07
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Mainz: the 12th century cathedral, built of sandstone in typical Rheinland-Romanesque style: view of the triple towers at the west end of the cathedral from Leichhof Square, the lantern tower showing later Gothic and Baroque influences.
Keywords: Christian, church, religion, architecture, Romanesque

PMR629-05
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Mainz: the 12th century cathedral, built of sandstone in typical Rheinland-Romanesque style: view of the triple towers at the east end of the cathedral, showing the apse with blind arcades and dwarf gallery.
Keywords: Christian, church, religion, architecture, Romanesque

PMR629-04
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Mainz: the 12th century cathedral, built of sandstone in typical Rheinland-Romanesque style: view from Liebfrauen Square.
Keywords: Christian, church, religion, architecture, Romanesque

PMR629-03
Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Sigmaringen: the mighty castle which was the home of the Swabian (Catholic) branch of the Hohenzollerns: here, view from across the River Danube, with reflections in the water.
Keywords: fortifications, defence, ancestral home, heritage, historic

PMR629-02
Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Sigmaringen: the mighty castle which was the home of the Swabian (Catholic) branch of the Hohenzollerns: here, a closer view of the main entrance, with its black and white sentry boxes.
Keywords: fortifications, defence, ancestral home, heritage, historic

PMR355-01
Belgium, Bruges: view of Spiegelrei (Street) and the Burghers' Lodge, from a canal bridge.
Keywords: Brügge, tradition, architecture, heritage, mediaeval

PMR353-03
Belgium, Bruges: view of the Belfry and tall, gabled houses fronting on to the canal, from Huidenvettersplein (square).
Keywords: Brügge, tradition, architecture, heritage, mediaeval, historic

PMR353-01
Belgium, Bruges: canal view from the Ezelstraat Bridge.
Keywords: Brügge, tradition, architecture, heritage, mediaeval, historic

PMR628-01
Spain, Lanzarote, Canary Islands: view of the beach and promenade at Arrecife, from the roof of the Gran Hotel, with volcanos in the distance.
Keywords: holiday resort, palm-fringed beach

PMR627-06
Spain, Fuerteventura: Betancuria was the island's capital until 1834, when Puerto del Rosario took that title. View of the present day small and unspoilt village, with the ex-cathedral, Santa Maria.
Keywords: Canary Islands

PMR627-05
Spain, Fuerteventura: Betancuria was the island's capital until 1834, when Puerto del Rosario took that title. View of the ex-cathedral, Santa Maria, which dates from the 17th century.
Keywords: religious building, historic building, belltower, Spanish architecture, Christian, church, Canary Islands

PMR627-02
Spain, Lanzarote, El Golfo: Lago Verde and the beach of black sand in the remaining half crater of an extinct volcano, the seaward half having been worn away by the sea. View of the frozen waves of larva on the crater wall, deposited there in the Pleistocene age.
Keywords: volcanic, Canary Islands, green lake, eruption, larva, magma, liquid rock, green algae

PMR626-09
Spain, Lanzarote, Haria: View of the town lying in the high "Valley of the Thousand Palm Trees", with spring flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: Canary Islands

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

PMR626-04
Spain, Lanzarote, Guatiza: Jardin de Cactus: a cactus garden created in an extinct volcano crater by Cesar Manrique in 1990, regarded as an artistic masterpiece, and the most visited attraction on Lanzarote. Some 10,000 cacti of about 1000 different species are on display, many in flower. Here: view of the garden with Euphorbias featuring prominently, and the historic windmill behind.
Keywords: Canary Islands, botany, botanical gardens, larva

PMR626-01
Spain, Lanzaraote, Guatiza: Jardin de Cactus: a cactus garden created in an extinct volcano crater by Cesar Manrique in 1990, regarded as an artistic masterpiece, and the most visited attraction on Lanzarote. Some 10,000 cacti of about 1000 different species are on display, many in flower. Here: view across the crater-garden, with back-lit cacti, and extinct volcano in the background.
Keywords: Canary Islands, botany, botanical gardens, larva

PMR625-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: View of the Wildensee (lake) and Alps from Hoher Kranzberg (1391 metres) with the shadow of the summit hut in the foreground.
Keywords: Alps, Bavarian Alps, massif, alpine, alpine panorama

PMR624-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View of Mount Daniel (2342 metres) with part of the village of Ehrwald, in Austria, from the summit of Mount Zugspitze.
Keywords: mountain top, Alps, alpine panorama

PMR624-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View of Mount Waxenstein from the summit of the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain, showing the bed of a former glacier and the Loisach Valley beyond.
Keywords: mountain top, mountaineering, climbing, rocky, cliff, mountain panorama

PMR624-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View of Mount Waxenstein from the summit of the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain, showing the bed of a former glacier and the Loisach Valley beyond.
Keywords: mountain top, mountaineering, climbing, rocky, cliff, mountain panorama

PMR623-12
Turkey, Lycia, Myra: The ancient city of Myra, founded in the 5th century BC, was the leading city of Lycia. The principal interest today is the collection of rock tombs, built into the cliffs, with elaborate temple-like facades, dating from the 4th century BC. All the tombs have been plundered and many were used as dwellings in Byzantine times. Myra was a flourishing city under the Romans, as evidenced by the substantial Roman theatre. Here: general view of the rock tombs, with some standing as independent buildings.
Keywords: rock burials, Roman architecture, caves, Lycians, archeology, excavations

PMR623-11
Turkey, Lycia, Myra: The ancient city of Myra, founded in the 5th century BC, was the leading city of Lycia. The principal interest today is the collection of rock tombs, built into the cliffs, with elaborate temple-like facades, dating from the 4th century BC. All the tombs have been plundered and many were used as dwellings in Byzantine times. Myra was a flourishing city under the Romans, as evidenced by the substantial Roman theatre. Here: a closer view of a plundered tomb, showing the stone imitation-log roof used as decoration.
Keywords: rock burials, excavations, archeology, Lycians, caves, Roman architecture

PMR623-10
Turkey, Lycia, Myra: The ancient city of Myra, founded in the 5th century BC, was the leading city of Lycia. The principal interest today is the collection of rock tombs, built into the cliffs, with elaborate temple-like facades, dating from the 4th century BC. All the tombs have been plundered and many were used as dwellings in Byzantine times. Myra was a flourishing city under the Romans, as evidenced by the substantial Roman theatre. Here: general view of cliff where the majority of tombs are to be found.
Keywords: rock burials, excavations, archeology, Lycians, caves, Roman architecture

PMR623-08
Turkey, Lycia, Simena: The former Greek coastal village of Simena 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. Here: view of some of the ancient sarcophagi on the hill behind the village.
Keywords: historical ruins, archeology, excavations, Byzantine fortifications, sarcophagus, ruined fortress

PMR623-07
Turkey, Lycia, Simena: The former Greek coastal village of Simena 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. Here: view of the village from the jetty, ascending the hillside in terraces.
Keywords: historical ruins, ruined fortress, sarcophagus, Byzantine fortifications, excavations, archeology

PMR622-12
Turkey, Lycia, Kalkan: View of the landscape of Kalkan's hinterland, from a roof terrace a few kilometres above the town.

PMR622-08
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: Already settled in the 7th century BC, the ancient site of Patara became one of the leading Lycian cities under the Romans, thanks to its flourishing harbour. When the battle against the sand was finally lost and the harbour silted up about 800 years ago, the city was abandoned. In recent years significant Roman building works have been freed from the sand. Here: Partial view of the stage and orchestra of the well preserved Roman amphitheatre.
Keywords: Roman remains, Roman architecture, Graeco-Roman remains, archeological excavations, cities of antiquity

PMR622-07
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: Already settled in the 7th century BC, the ancient site of Patara became one of the leading Lycian cities under the Romans, thanks to its flourishing harbour. When the battle against the sand was finally lost and the harbour silted up about 800 years ago, the city was abandoned. In recent years significant Roman building works have been freed from the sand. Here: Partial view of the seating rows of the well preserved Roman amphitheatre.
Keywords: Roman remains, Roman architecture, Graeco-Roman remains, archeological excavations, cities of antiquity

PMR620-03
Germany, Thuringia, Bruhl: Schloss Augustusburg was built between 1725 and 1768 by J.K. Schlaun and Francois de Cuvillies for the Elector Clement-Augustus, Archbishop of Cologne, who was a scion of the Bavarian Wittelsbach family. The palace contains a fine rococo staircase attributed to Balthasar Neumann. Here: view of the south facade and gardens from the lake, with ornamental urn in the foreground.
Keywords: North Rhine- Westphalia, UNESCO world heritage site, French style gardens, formal gardens, parks, palace gardens, country houses, German heritage, German architecture

PMR619-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Schloss Linderhof - the smallest of Ludwig II's palaces and the only one to be completed (in 1879) - stands in magnificent parkland in the Bavarian Alps. View of the golden fountain of Flora which plays for 5 miniutes every hour in summer.
Keywords: German Architecture, sumptuous, opulent

PMR619-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: In winter 2005/6 the Königssee at Berchtesgaden froze over, a very unusual circumstance, and people were able to walk the length of the lake to the well known chapel of St. Bartholomä. View from the chapel looking north, with numerous sightseers walking back to the jetty.
Keywords: winter, mountains, Alps, snow, frozen lake, ice

PMR619-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: In winter 2005/6 the Königssee at Berchtesgaden froze over, a very unusual circumstance, and people were able to walk the length of the lake to the well known chapel of St. Bartholomä. View of the chapel from the middle of the ice, with the mighty flank of the Watzmann mountain behind.
Keywords: winter, ice, frozen lake, snow, Alps, mountains

PMR619-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: In winter 2005/6 the Königssee at Berchtesgaden froze over, a very unusual circumstance, and people were able to walk the length of the lake to the well known chapel of St. Bartholomä. View of the chapel with its onion domes after a fresh fall of snow, from the frozen lake.
Keywords: winter, ice, frozen lake, snow, Alps, mountains

PMR617-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View of the Karwendel Mountains from the Gschwandtnerbauer Hut (1020 metres)
Keywords: mountains, Alps, meadows, alpine meadows, nature, admiring the view

PMR617-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View of the Karwendel chain of mountains with Lake Gerold, from Mount Wank, with rowan tree in shades of russet.
Keywords: mountains, conifers, forest, nature, Alps

PMR617-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View of the Karwendel chain of mountains with Lake Gerold, from Mount Wank (1780 metres)
Keywords: mountains, conifers, forest, nature, Alps

PMR617-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: View of the Karwendel chain of mountains from Mount Wank (1780 metres), with rowan tree in shades of russet.
Keywords: mountains, conifers, forest, nature, Alps, autumn, fall

PMR617-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Bird's eye view of the village of Farchant in the Loisach Valley, from Mount Wank (1780 metres).
Keywords: mountains, Alps, meadows, nature, conifers, forests

PMR616-06
Bulgaria, Melnik: Sandstone cliffs are omnipresent in the town of Melnik in the Pirin Mountains, about 15 kilometres from the Turkish border. Here: view over the roofs of the town, with sheer sandstone cliffs in the background.
Keywords: Turkish-style houses, Bulgarian architecture

PMR615-12
Bulgaria, Melnik: Sandstone cliffs are omnipresent in the town of Melnik in the Pirin Mountains, about 15 kilometres from the Turkish border. The town has been famous for its red wines and also tobacco for centuries. In 1900 the town had about 20,000 inhabitants; today just 245 live here, but it is being actively promoted as a tourist resort. Here: view over the rooftops to the sandstone cliffs.
Keywords: Turkish-style houses, Bulgarian architecture

PMR615-09
Bulgaria, Loseniya: View of Loseniya in the Pirin Mountains, with the sandstone cliffs of Melnik in the background.
Keywords: Pirin Mountains panorama

PMR615-01
Bulgaria, Sofia: Side view of the Alexander Nevski Cathedral of Remembrance, built between 1892 and 1912, as an act of gratitude to the Russian people for delivering the Bulgarians from the Turks.
Keywords: church, Orthodox church, Byzantine style, religious building, golden domes

PMR614-05
Bulgaria, Assenovgrad: View of the town and approach road from the Assen Krepost (Fortress).
Keywords: panorama of Assenovgrad, valley, forest

PMR614-04
Bulgaria, Assenovgrad: Sveta Bogorodiza Church, two and a half kilometres south of the town and perched high on a rocky crag, was formerly part of the Byzantine fortress established in the 11/12th century. View from the ruins of the fortress.
Keywords: religious building, Orthodox church

PMR614-03
Bulgaria: Batchkovo Monastery, in the Rodopi Mountains, was founded in the 12th century but several times rebuilt. It is the second largest and most important monastery in Bulgaria. View of the columned entry porch, decorated with frescoes, with the monastery church behind.
Keywords: religious building, Orthodox church, Byzantine style, monks, retreat

PMR614-02
Bulgaria: Batchkovo Monastery, in the Rodopi Mountains, was founded in the 12th century but several times rebuilt. It is the second largest and most important monastery in Bulgaria. View of the Byzantine-style church and colourful flower gardens.
Keywords: religious building, retreat, monks, Byzantine style, Orthodox church

PMR613-06
Bulgaria, Plovdiv: The Roman amphitheatre from the second century AD is still used for open air filmshows and operatic performances. The stage and orchestra with a wonderful view over the city behind.
Keywords: Roman remains, stone seating

PMR613-04
Bulgaria, Shipka: View north from the Shipka Pass in the "Stara Planina" Balkan Mountains.
Keywords: panorama view, Bulgarian landscape, plains

PMR612-11
Bulgaria: Veliko Tarnovo, situated on a rocky hill within a loop of the River Yantra, was the first capital of Bulgaria from 1187, after the foundation of the Second Bulgarian Empire (1185-1393) by the Assen Brothers, Peter and Ivan. The site was previously occupied by the Thracians and then the Romans before the Bulgarians came in the 12 th century. Here: view of the fortifications on the west side of Tsarevets Hill and the rock escarpments surrounding the town.
Keywords: historical site, archeological site, Bulgarian heritage, fortifications, battlements, defence towers, ruined fortifications, archeological excavations

PMR612-10
Bulgaria: Veliko Tarnovo, situated on a rocky hill within a loop of the River Yantra, was the first capital of Bulgaria from 1187, after the foundation of the Second Bulgarian Empire (1185-1393) by the Assen Brothers, Peter and Ivan. The site was previously occupied by the Thracians and then the Romans before the Bulgarians came in the 12 th century. Here: view of the Assen Quarter, with its bridges over the River Yantra and numerous old churches. In the foreground stands the Church of the 40 Martyrs, currently under restoration (2005).
Keywords: historical site, archeological site, Bulgarian heritage, fortifications, battlements, defence towers, ruined fortifications, archeological excavations

PMR611-12
Bulgaria: Veliko Tarnovo, situated on a rocky hill within a loop of the River Yantra, was the first capital of Bulgaria from 1187, after the foundation of the Second Bulgarian Empire (1185-1393) by the Assen Brothers, Peter and Ivan. The site was previously occupied by the Thracians and then the Romans before the Bulgarians came in the 12 th century. Here: view of the town from the fortifications on Tsarevets Hill, with a defence tower and a surviving Ionic column in the foreground.
Keywords: historical site, archeological excavations, ruined fortifications, defence towers, battlements, fortifications, Bulgarian heritage, archeological site

PMR611-10
Bulgaria: Veliko Tarnovo, situated on a rocky hill within a loop of the River Yantra, was the first capital of Bulgaria from 1187, after the foundation of the Second Bulgarian Empire (1185-1393) by the Assen Brothers, Peter and Ivan. The site was previously occupied by the Thracians and then the Romans before the Bulgarians came in the 12 th century. Here: view of a fortified tower and wall, with remaining foundations of dwellings (right), and showing the rock escarpment which surrounds the town.
Keywords: historical site, archeological site, Bulgarian heritage, fortifications, battlements, defence towers, ruined fortifications, archeological excavations

PMR611-08
Bulgara: Veliko Tarnovo, situated on a rocky hill within a loop of the River Yantra, was the first capital of Bulgaria from 1187, after the foundation of the Second Bulgarian Empire (1185-1393) by the Assen Brothers, Peter and Ivan. The site was previously occupied by the Thracians and then the Romans before the Bulgarians came in the 12 th century. Here: view of the Assen Quarter (the oldest part of the town) and the foot-bridge opver the River Yantra.
Keywords: historical site, archeological site, Bulgarian heritage, fortifications, battlements, defence towers, ruined fortifications, archeological excavations

PMR610-09
Romania, N. Dobruja: Constanta, founded about 500 BC, was known in Greek and Roman times as "Tomis" or "Tomi". It is now Romania's chief port on the Black Sea, and a number of tourist resorts have been developed on the adjacent fine beaches. Here: view of the docks and town from the minaret of the Mahmudiye mosque.
Keywords: quayside, freight, boats, ships, export/import, cranes

PMR609-03
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: View of the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain, from a buttercup-meadow on Mount Grubigstein, with the Tyrolean village of Ehrwald in the valley below.
Keywords: Alps, alpine meadow, coniferous forest, fir trees, conifers

PMR608-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Heimhausen: View of Heimhausen Palace (now the home of the Bavarian International School) from across the snow-covered fields.
Keywords: snow, winter landscape, palace, bare trees, winter, sunshine

PMR608-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: View of Neuschwanstein Castle with the Tegelberg behind, from Hohenschwangau Palace, the family home of Ludwig II, in a snow covered landscape.
Keywords: snow, sunshine, palace, architecture, winter, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR605-07
Malta: View from the promenade with palm tree at Marsaskala; the resort lies in a deep bay in the east of the island.

PMR605-06
Malta: View of the harbour and belltower at Marsaskala; the resort lies in a deep bay in the east of the island.
Keywords: fishing boats

PMR605-05
Malta: Popeye Village, a filmset village built in 1979 for Robert Altman's Popeye films under the name of "Sweethaven" and retained by popular demand. Closer view of some of the buildings which offer various children's attractions.
Keywords: filmset, Popeye, Sweethaven

PMR605-04
Malta: Popeye Village, a filmset village built in 1979 for Robert Altman's Popeye films under the name of "Sweethaven" and retained by popular demand. View of Anchor Bay with "Sweethaven" and some small boats near the jetty.
Keywords: filmset, Popeye, Sweethaven

PMR605-03
Malta: Popeye Village, a filmset village built in 1979 for Robert Altman's Popeye films under the name of "Sweethaven" and retained by popular demand. view from the clifftop.
Keywords: filmset, Popeye, Sweethaven

PMR604-11
Malta, Gozo, Victoria/Rabat: view from the citadel, which now houses several museums.
Keywords: fortress, citadel

PMR604-06
Malta, Gozo: the beach at Marsalforn, with view across the bay.

PMR604-05
Malta, Gozo: view of Marsalforn from above, approaching by road.

PMR602-06
Spain, Caceres: River Tajo with road bridge in Monfrague National Park - view from the Castillo de Monfrague.
Keywords: ruined castle

PMR600-06
Spain, La Coruna/Corunna: view of the typical glassed-in frontages on the Avenida de la Marina from across the harbour.

PMR599-11
Spain, Leon: The Picos de Europa, the highest range in the Cantabrian Cordillera, are now part of a national park, lying about 30 kilometres from the sea. View of the reservoir at Riano, with rock and yellow flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: hiking country, rugged mountains

PMR599-10
Spain, Leon: The Picos de Europa, the highest range in the Cantabrian Cordillera, are now part of a national park, lying about 30 kilometres from the sea. View of the reservoir at Riano, with fence and yellow flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: hiking country, rugged mountains

PMR599-01
Spain, Vizcaya, Bilbao: the Guggenheim Museum, Architect: Frank O. Gehry, completed in 1997. View from the Puente de la Salve.
Keywords: Modern architecture

PMR598-11
Spain, Vizcaya, Bilbao: the Guggenheim Museum, architect: Frank O. Gehry, completed in 1997. View from across the Bilbao River.
Keywords: modern architecture

PMR598-01
Cyprus, Kourion: view of the beach and tavernas from the clifftop.

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

PMR597-10
Cyprus: Akamas Peninsula: view of the coastal plain

PMR597-08
Austria, Styria: Admont Benedictine Abbey, founded in the 11th century, but reconstructed after a fire in 1865: view of the church from a window of the convent.

PMR597-07
Austria, Styria: Admont Benedictine Abbey, founded in the 11th century, but reconstructed after a fire in 1865: view of the abbey with its reed-fringed lake.

PMR596-12
Spain: Pyrenees from the window of the plane.
Keywords: aerial view

PMR595-04
Mexico City: Crescent-shaped white marble memorial monument to Benito Juarez (1806-1872), first Indian president of Mexico. Closer view of Benito Juarez being crowned with a laurel wreath by angels.

PMR595-02
Mexico City: Arterial road north, Lazaro Cardenas, with Plaza Garibaldi in the distance, and Palacio de los Correos (Main Post Office) on the right in the foreground. View from the top of the Torre/Tower Latinoamericano.

PMR595-01
Mexico City: Palacio de las Bellas Artes (Cultural Centre), designed in 1901 by architect Adamo Boari, has a magnificent Art-Deco interior in coloured marble. Home of the Ballet Folklorico. View from the top of the Torre/Tower Latinoamericana.
Keywords: architecture, Jugendstil, art nouveau, art-deco

PMR594-08
Mexico City, Nuestra Senora de Guadelupe: Tableau depicting the Virgin ("La Morena") before a group of reverential Indians, with view of the pool and "Jardin del Tepeyac".

PMR594-01
Mexico: Teotihuacan, probably the largest pre-Hispanic city in the Americas, covering about 156,000 square kilometres, with up to 200,000 inhabitants. Founded ca. 100 AD, flourished 300 to 650, abandoned by 750 AD. Identity of the builders is unknown. The Aztecs believed it was the work of giants. View from the Pyramid of the Moon along the "Street of the Dead", with the Pyramid of the Sun on the left. The end of the street is about 4 kilometres from this point.

PMR593-10
Mexico: Teotihuacan, probably the largest pre-Hispanic city in the Americas, covering about 156,000 square kilometres, with up to 200,000 inhabitants. Founded ca. 100 AD, flourished 300 to 650, abandoned by 750 AD. Identity of the builders is unknown. The Aztecs believed it was the work of giants. Frontal view of the Pyramid of the Sun, with altar in the foreground. It was built over a trefoil-shaped cave, which may have had a supreme religious significance.

PMR593-08
Mexico: Teotihuacan, probably the largest pre-Hispanic city in the Americas, covering about 156,000 square kilometres, with up to 200,000 inhabitants. Founded ca. 100 AD, flourished 300 to 650, abandoned by 750 AD. Identity of the builders is unknown. The Aztecs believed it was the work of giants. View of the Pyramid of the Moon, from the summit of the Pyramid of the Sun.

PMR593-01
Mexico: Cholula, site of the "Gran Piramide de Tepanapa", called "Tlachihaultepet" by the natives, which was already overgrownl by the time Cortes arrived in 1519 and is the largest (not the highest) man-made pyramid. It probably dates back to 1st century AD. View of the volcano Popocatepetl, with the town of Cholula in the middleground, from the base of the pyramid.

PMR592-12
Mexico: Cholula, site of the "Gran Piramide de Tepanapa", called "Tlachihaultepet" by the natives, which was already overgrownl by the time Cortes arrived in 1519 and is the largest (not the highest) man-made pyramid. It probably dates back to 1st century AD. View of the town of Cholula and some of its dozens of churches, from the pyramid.

PMR592-08
Mexico: Cholula, site of the "Gran Piramide de Tepanapa", called "Tlachihaultepet" by the natives, which was already overgrownl by the time Cortes arrived in 1519 and is the largest (not the highest) man-made pyramid. It probably dates back to 1st century AD. View of the town of Cholula and the volcano Ixtaccihuatl (5286 metres) from the top of the pyramid.

PMR591-03
Mexico, Palenque: formerly a large Maya town, which flourished between 600 and 800 AD, only a small part of which has been excavated. View of the site, with the "Temple of the Inscriptions" (left) where god-king Pacal was buried, and the palace with its tower (right).
Keywords: Maya

PMR590-04
Mexico, Kabah: this extensive site, 20 kilometres from Uxmal, remains unexplored, apart from the "Palace of the Masks" (Codz Poop). View from the entrance gate.
Keywords: Maya

PMR589-12
Mexico: Uxmal (in the Maya language = thrice built), the second largest Maya site, centre of the puuc area, flourished between VI and IX centuries AD. View of the "Nunnery Quadrangle" and the "Soothsayer's Pyramid" from the "Palace of the Governor".
Keywords: Maya

PMR589-01
Mexico, Chichen Itza: view of the ball court (juego de pelota), at 90 metres, the longest known, with the Temple of the Jaguars (tallest building) and southern grandstand/temple.
Keywords: Maya

PMR587-12
Mexico, Tulum: General view of the Maya site, from the foot of "El Castillo".

PMR586-01
Guatemala, Panajachel: Early morning view of Lago de Atitlan with Volcano Toliman in the background and palm fronds.

PMR584-06
Honduras, Lake Yojoa: The lake at Yojoa; view from the terrace of the restaurant "Los Remos", with many white herons and other waterbirds visible.

PMR584-05
Honuras, Lake Yojoa: Approaching rainstorm over the lake at Yojoa; view from the terrace of the restaurant "Los Remos"

PMR583-02
Costa Rica, Playa de Coco: View of the beach and bay, Playa de Coco, with surfboard.

PMR582-12
Costa Rica, Cartago: Irazu Volcano National Park, 3432 metres high (highest in Costa Rica): view over the principal crater towards the Atlantic Ocean, obscured by a sea of cloud.

PMR582-06
Panama City: View of the Bella Vista area and multi-storey blocks, from the hotel roof.
Keywords: skyscrapers

PMR578-10
Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Tubingen: View of the River Neckar and modern road bridge from the ramparts of Hohentübingen Castle.

PMR577-06
Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Tubingen: Mediaeval gabled houses overlooking the River Neckar in university town Tübingen. View from Eberhardsbrücke.

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

PMR577-04
Cyprus, Paphos: View of Coral Bay and the rapidly developing hinterland from Pegeia.

PMR576-11
Cyprus, Troodos: View from the Artemis Nature Trail round Mount Olympos in the High Troödhos Mountains, with Black Pines and whitening skeletal tree lying in the foreground.

PMR576-10
Cyprus, Troodos: View from the Artemis Nature Trail round Mount Olympos in the High Troödhos Mountains, with Black Pine Trees.

PMR576-09
Cyprus, Troodos: View to the west from the Artemis Nature Trail round Mount Olympos in the High Troödhos Mountains.

PMR575-11
Moldova, Chisinau: Residence of the President of Moldova in Chisinau/Kishinev. View from the steps of Parliament House.

PMR573-05
Namibia, Khorixas: Vingerklip, a 35-metre-high, free standing rock pinnacle, near Khorixas. View from approach path.

PMR573-04
Namibia, Khorixas: View of the road and surrounding landscape from the hollow base of the Vingerklip.

PMR573-03
Namibia, Khorixas: The Ugab Terraces, like massive mediaeval fortresses, viewed from the base of the Vingerklip.

PMR571-02
Namibia: Namib Naukluft National Park: the fleet of 4-wheel drive vehicles which are used for trips into the desert, with view of surrounding countryside.

PMR570-08
Namibia: Sossusvlei sand dunes, up to 350 metres high, are reputed to be the highest in the world. View from the top of a dune, with dried-out salt lake and surrounding landscape of dunes.

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

PMR666-07
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: view of one of the four minarets and the courtyard, from the arcaded gallery.
Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab

PMR666-03
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

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

PMR664-06
Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985.

This picture: visitors photographing the view from one of the look-out points above Al-Deir, where one can look over Wadi Araba towards Israel and Palestine.
Keywords: rose red city, geology, archeological site, Egyptian architecture, Greek architecture, Roman architecture, rock tombs, natural caves, Nabataean capital

PMR570-05
Namibia: View of cactus thickets and surrounding landscape from Duwisib Castle.

PMR570-02
Namibia: Sandy bed of the dried-out Fish River supports plenty of vegetation; view from the C12 road bridge.

PMR569-12
Namibia: Fish River Canyon is on average 500 metres deep and extends for 161 kilometres. It was originally caused by an earthquake about 300 million years ago, and two distinct surface levels can be discerned, due to later erosion. View of the canyon and dried-out Fish River from the look-out, a few kilometres east of the car park.

PMR569-11
Namibia: Fish River Canyon is on average 500 metres deep and extends for 161 kilometres. It was originally caused by an earthquake about 300 million years ago, and two distinct surface levels can be discerned, due to later erosion. View across the canyon.

PMR569-10
Namibia: Fish River Canyon is on average 500 metres deep and extends for 161 kilometres. It was originally caused by an earthquake about 300 million years ago, and two distinct surface levels can be discerned, due to later erosion. View to the west of the car park, along the lip of the canyon.

PMR569-09
Namibia: Fish River Canyon is on average 500 metres deep and extends for 161 kilometres. It was originally caused by an earthquake about 300 million years ago, and two distinct surface levels can be discerned, due to later erosion. View of the winding river course to the west of the car park.

PMR569-08
Namibia: Ai-Ais (meaning "boiling hot" in the Khoikhoi language) is a resort in a wide valley where hot mineral springs occur. View of rocks and reeds on the bed of the canyon.

PMR569-07
Namibia: Ai-Ais (meaning "boiling hot" in the Khoikhoi language) is a resort in a wide valley where hot mineral springs occur. View along the canyon from a neighbouring peak, showing the luxuriant growth of reeds on the water course.

PMR569-06
Namibia: Ai-Ais (meaning "boiling hot" in the Khoikhoi language) is a resort in a wide valley where hot mineral springs occur. View of the camping site with restaurant and bar and thermal bath, from a neighbouring peak.

PMR568-10
Namibia, Windhoek: View of Christ Church in Windhoek from the terrace of the Tintenpalast (Parliament Building), with palm trees and park in the foreground

PMR568-07
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: View of Lake Seeben and the path to the Ehrwalder Alm, from the far side of the lake.
Keywords: Alps

PMR568-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria: View of Mount Wendelstein in the Bavarian Alps with meadow flowers in the foreground.

PMR567-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: View of Unterammergau in the snow, from the "Altherrenweg" trail.
Keywords: winter, scenery, snow

PMR663-10
Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985.

This picture: the Great Temple, built by the Nabataeans in the first century BC, viewed from the opposite side of the valley, from the Temple of the Winged Lions.
Keywords: rose red city, Nabataean capital, natural caves, rock tombs, Roman architecture, Greek architecture, Egyptian architecture, archeological site, geology

PMR663-08
Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985.

This picture: the Great Temple, built by the Nabataeans in the first century BC: view of the entire building from above, showing the lower temenos with its triple colonnade.
Keywords: rose red city, Nabataean capital, natural caves, rock tombs, Roman architecture, Greek architecture, Egyptian architecture, archeological site, geology

PMR663-04
Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985.

This picture: the Great Temple, built by the Nabataeans in the first century BC: view of the lower temenos with its triple colonnade, from the theatron. Opposite: the ruins of the Temple of the Winged Lions:
Keywords: rose red city, geology, archeological site, Egyptian architecture, Greek architecture, Roman architecture, rock tombs, natural caves, Nabataean capital

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

PMR660-08
Canada, Vancouver BC: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden - view of another "Ting" (pavilion) through the circular Moon Gate in the Double Corridor.
Keywords: Oriental Garden, pagoda

PMR660-05
Canada, Vancouver BC: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden - view of the "Ting" (pavilion) through the circular "Heaven" gate of the Jade Water Pavilion.
Keywords: Oriental Garden, pagoda

PMR660-03
Canada, Vancouver BC: view from the Vancouver Lookout east with downtown skyscrapers, the highest still being built.
Keywords: modern architecture, cityscape, panorama, metropolis

PMR660-02
Canada, Vancouver BC: view from the Vancouver Lookout north-east, with downtown skyscrapers, Hastings Street and Stanley Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, cityscape, panorama, metropolis

PMR660-01
Canada, Vancouver BC: view from the Vancouver Lookout of downtown skyscrapers, Burrard Inlet and North Vancouver.
Keywords: modern architecture, cityscape, panorama, metropolis

PMR659-08
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Space Needle showing the lights of the city and Container Port at dusk.
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, modern architecture, cityscape, high-rise buildings, city lights

PMR659-07
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Space Needle showing the lights of the city at dusk.
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, modern architecture, cityscape, high-rise buildings, city lights

PMR659-02
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Columbia Center (328 metres), the highest building in Washington State, showing the downtown skyscrapers, Washington Mutual Tower, the Space Needle, Queen Anne Hill and Lake Union.
Keywords: panorama, high-rise buildings, cityscape, modern architecture, metropolis

PMR659-01
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Columbia Center (328 metres), the highest building in Washington State, showing the Container Port, Duwamish River, Harbour Island, Vashon Island and Alaska Way.
Keywords: panorama, metropolis, modern architecture, cityscape, high-rise buildings

PMR658-12
USA, Seattle WA: view from the top of the Columbia Center (328 metres), the highest building in Washington State, showing the downtown skyscrapers, waterfront, Seattle Aquarium, Alaska Way, the Space Needle and Magnolia.
Keywords: panorama, high-rise buildings, cityscape, modern architecture, metropolis

PMR658-09
France, Périgord, Domme: view of the Dordogne Valley from the belvedere of the "bastide" or fortified town laid out by Philippe le Hardi ("the Bold") in 1281.
Keywords: historic, mediaeval, fortifications, national heritage, Dordogne, countryside, wooded countryside

PMR658-06
France, Périgord: view of the bridge and canoes on the River Dordogne from the high ramparts of Chateau Castelnaud.
Keywords: historic, wooded countryside, countryside, castle, Dordogne, national heritage

PMR658-05
France, Périgord, Chateau de Fénelon: view of a defence tower and surrounding countryside from the ramparts.
Keywords: mediaeval, castle, fortifications, Dordogne, national heritage, historic

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

PMR656-10
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

PMR655-08
Peru, Cusco, Pisac: In the vicinity of Pisac and the "Sacred Valley" a number of important Inca sites are to be found.
The ruins of Intihuatana, the Temple of the Sun, another part of the Inca Pisac complex (higher than Pisaqa), which contained temples and baths, and had an astronomical significance. In this view the excellence of the construction techniques used by the Incas can be appreciated. The cylindrical protrusions were for pegging the roof.
Keywords: High Andes, Cuzco, Qosqo, Inca architecture, Urubamba Valley

PMR655-05
Peru, Cusco, Pisac: In the vicinity of Pisac and the "Sacred Valley" a number of important Inca sites are to be found.
View of the "Sacred Valley", with the River Vilcanota (which becomes the Urubamba) and part of the modern town of Pisac.
Keywords: High Andes, Urubamba Valley, Inca architecture, Qosqo, Cuzco

PMR655-04
Peru, Cusco, Machu Picchu: ruins of a pre-Colombian Inca site situated 2430 metres a.s.l. on a ridge above the Urubamba River (the Inca "Sacred Valley"). Sometimes called "The Lost City of the Incas" because it was not found by the Spanish invaders. Begun in 1430 AD, it was abandoned before completion for reasons which are not yet clear. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

View of the site from the "watchman's post", showing the residential section in the foreground, the main square (grassed), "Intiwatana" (astronomical observatory), with the sacred mountain "Huayna Picchu" in the background. In sunshine.
Keywords: High Andes, historic site, Quechua, Inca architecture, Qosqo, Cuzco

PMR655-03
Peru, Cusco, Machu Picchu: ruins of a pre-Colombian Inca site situated 2430 metres a.s.l. on a ridge above the Urubamba River (the Inca "Sacred Valley"). Sometimes called "The Lost City of the Incas" because it was not found by the Spanish invaders. Begun in 1430 AD, it was abandoned before completion for reasons which are not yet clear. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

View of the River Urubamba (right), with the access road, Hiram Bingham Highway, serviced by buses, winding up to the site in a series of hairpin bends.
Keywords: High Andes, historic site, Quechua, Inca architecture, Qosqo, Cuzco

PMR655-02
Peru, Cusco, Machu Picchu: ruins of a pre-Colombian Inca site situated 2430 metres a.s.l. on a ridge above the Urubamba River (the Inca "Sacred Valley"). Sometimes called "The Lost City of the Incas" because it was not found by the Spanish invaders. Begun in 1430 AD, it was abandoned before completion for reasons which are not yet clear. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

View of the site from the "watchman's post", showing the residential section in the foreground, the main square (grassed), "Intiwatana" (astronomical observatory), with the sacred mountain "Huayna Picchu" in the background.
Keywords: High Andes, historic site, Quechua, Inca architecture, Qosqo, Cuzco

PMR654-02
Chile, El Loa, San Pedro de Atacama: "Valle de la Luna", 12 kilometres west of the town, where erosion has produced a lunar landscape in a valley. View of the altiplano with the cordillera in the distance.
Keywords: High Andes, high plain, altiplano, barren, landscape

PMR654-01
Chile, El Loa, San Pedro de Atacama: "Valle de la Luna", 12 kilometres west of the town, where erosion has produced a lunar landscape in a valley. View of the altiplano with the cordillera in the distance.
Keywords: High Andes, high plain, altiplano, barren, landscape

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

PMR652-05
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

PMR652-04
Argentina, Tucumán: the ruins of a pre-Inca citadel of the Quilmes people, a branch of the Diaguita tribe, who resisted both Incas and Spaniards until forcibly relocated by the latter in 1667 to a reservation near Buenos Aires. The settlement comprised about 5000 persons. Restored in 1978. View from above showing the Calchaquies Valley behind.
Keywords: excavations, archeology, ruined settlement, indigenous people

PMR652-03
Argentina, Tucumán: the ruins of a pre-Inca citadel of the Quilmes people, a branch of the Diaguita tribe, who resisted both Incas and Spaniards until forcibly relocated by the latter in 1667 to a reservation near Buenos Aires. The settlement comprised about 5000 persons. Restored in 1978. View from the side showing surviving foundation walls.
Keywords: excavations, archeology, ruined settlement, indigenous people

PMR652-02
Argentina, Tucumán: the ruins of a pre-Inca citadel of the Quilmes people, a branch of the Diaguita tribe, who resisted both Incas and Spaniards until forcibly relocated by the latter in 1667 to a reservation near Buenos Aires. The settlement comprised about 5000 persons. Restored in 1978. View from above.
Keywords: excavations, archeology, ruined settlement, indigenous people

PMR652-01
Argentina, Tucumán: typical landscape in the High Andes near Tafi del Valle, with abundant Trichocereus cacti.
Keywords: mountain view, cactus, mountain landscape

PMR651-12
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. View from the Upper Circuit path: Salto Mbigua, broken into diverse falls by the rock formations.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguacu Falls, Iguazu Falls

PMR651-11
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. View from the Upper Circuit path - a pool of still water on the upper river, seconds before it plunges over the edge.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguacu Falls, Iguazu Falls

PMR651-10
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. View from the Upper Circuit path, the upper river in the foreground, across the River Iguassu, with motor boats full of trippers.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguacu Falls, Iguazu Falls

PMR651-09
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. View of Salto Bossetti (foreground, with rainbow) and Salto Dos Hermanos with lower viewing platform (left) from the Lower Circuit path (Argentina-side).
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguazu Falls, Iguacu Falls

PMR651-08
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. View of Salto Bossetti (foreground) and Salto Dos Hermanos (Argentina-side).
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguazu Falls, Iguacu Falls

PMR651-07
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. View of Salto Bossetti and Salto Dos Hermanos from the Lower Circuit path (Argentina-side).
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguazu Falls, Iguacu Falls

PMR651-06
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: helicopter landing pad, Urca, with the figure of Christ on Corcovado on the skyline.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Cidade Maravilhosa, carnival city, breathtaking views

PMR651-05
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: secluded Praia Vermelha, Urca, in the foreground. with Copacobana Beach beyond (top left), from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR651-04
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: the cablecar from Morro da Urca, with Guanabara Bay and Botafogo in the background.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Cidade Maravilhosa, carnival city, breathtaking views

PMR651-03
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: secluded Praia Vermelha, Urca, in the foreground. with Copacobana Beach beyond (top left), from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Cidade Maravilhosa, carnival city, breathtaking views

PMR651-02
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: view from Sugar Loaf Mountain
(396 metres) across Guanabara Bay to Flamengo district.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Cidade Maravilhosa, carnival city, breathtaking views

PMR651-01
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: Morro da Urca (hill) and Guanabara Bay with Botafogo district and Corcovado, from Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, breathtaking views, carnival city, Cidade Maravilhosa

PMR650-08
Libya, Tripolitania: ruins of the ancient city of Leptis Magna. The city was founded by Phoenician colonists about 1100 BC but became part of the Roman Empire when Carthage fell in the Third Punic War, in 146 BC. It became the largest and most prosperous city in Roman Africa. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The magnificent Arch of Septimius Severus built in 203 AD in the emperor's native town, is in a state of continual reconstruction. View from the south, showing the restored stone reliefs on the inside of the arches.
Keywords: Roman architecture, historical city, artistic, stone carving, archeological excavations, archeology, Maghreb, Punic architecture

PMR650-05
Libya, Tripolitania: ruins of the ancient city of Leptis Magna. The city was founded by Phoenician colonists about 1100 BC but became part of the Roman Empire when Carthage fell in the Third Punic War, in 146 BC. It became the largest and most prosperous city in Roman Africa. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The magnificent Arch of Septimius Severus built in 203 AD in the emperor's native town, is in a state of continual reconstruction. View from the north-west, looking along the Decumanus.
Keywords: Roman architecture, Punic architecture, Maghreb, archeology, archeological excavations, stone carving, artistic, historical city

PMR649-12
Libya, Tripolitania: ruins of the ancient city of Leptis Magna. The city was founded by Phoenician colonists about 1100 BC but became part of the Roman Empire when Carthage fell in the Third Punic War, in 146 BC. It became the largest and most prosperous city in Roman Africa. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The theatre is one of the oldest in the Roman world, dating from 1-2 AD. The stage was backed by a forest of graceful, fluted columns and statues, with entrances left, right and centre, added by Antoninus Pius between 138 and 161 AD.
View from the top centre of the Cavea with the sea in the background. The VIPs sat on the first four rows, in front of the stone barrier.
Keywords: Roman architecture, historical city, artistic, stone carving, archeological excavations, archeology, Maghreb, Punic architecture

PMR647-12
Libya, Tripolitania, Abu Nijayn: the ruins of a Roman outpost of the "Limes Tripolitanus" stand isolated in the desert, after being dug out of the sand. General view of the scant remaining walls of the outpost.
Keywords: Maghreb, Bu Ngem, Abou Njam, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert, Roman architecture, excavations

PMR647-08
Libya, Fezzan, Murzuq: formerly a prosperous trading town as capital of the chiefs of the Awlad Muhammad tribe for some hundreds of years, Murzuq lost its influence with the opening of sea trade and end of their rule in 1813.
View of the 13th century Ottoman fortress Quala át Turk through a well preserved mud brick door arch.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, barren, mud brick buildings, Berber architecture

PMR647-05
Libya, Fezzan, Garama: ruined site of the Garamantian capital city, founded in about the first century AD, with mud brick buildings. Partially excavated by the Italians in the 1930s. General view of the site, with some of the highest surviving walls of the Garamantian city.
Keywords: Maghreb, Garamantes, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, sand-dune landscape, barren

PMR646-11
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus Mountains: desert view from out of a natural cave with signs of previous habitation.
Keywords: Maghreb, rock formations, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR646-07
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus Mountains: closer view of the "Avis" cave, "where the wind goes up", according to the locals.
Keywords: Maghreb, rock formations, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR645-12
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus Mountains: the "mushroom" and the "pinnacle" rock formations, viewed from a natural cave.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, sand-dune landscape, barren, rock formations

PMR644-07
Libya, Fezzan: the Jebel Acacus Mountains, view from a sand dune overlooking the overnight camp.
Keywords: Maghreb, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR644-06
Libya, Fezzan: the Jebel Acacus Mountains, view from a sand dune overlooking the overnight camp.
Keywords: Maghreb, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR644-05
Libya, Fezzan: the Jebel Acacus Mountains, view from a sand dune overlooking the overnight camp.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, sand-dune landscape, barren

PMR644-04
Libya, Fezzan: the Jebel Acacus Mountains, view from a sand dune overlooking the overnight camp.
Keywords: Maghreb, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR644-03
Libya, Fezzan: the Jebel Acacus Mountains, view from the overnight camp.
Keywords: Maghreb, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR644-01
Libya, Fezzan: desert view with the Jebel Acacus Mountains in the distance.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, sand-dune landscape, barren

PMR643-12
Libya, Fezzan: Ghat, an oasis town and permanent Tuareg settlement on the Algerian border going back to Garamantian times (1st century BC). View through the gate tower to the medina, with ornamental parapet.
Keywords: Maghreb, historical oasis town, Tuareg architecture, adobe, mud brick buildings, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, sand-dune landscape, barren

PMR643-11
Libya, Fezzan: Ghat, an oasis town and permanent Tuareg settlement on the Algerian border going back to Garamantian times (1st century BC). View of the courtyard from the roof of a house in the medina, with the Jebel Acacus Mountains in the distance.
Keywords: Maghreb, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert, mud brick buildings, adobe, Tuareg architecture, historical oasis town

PMR642-04
Libya, Ubari Lakes Area: late afternoon view of Lake Gebraoun, with palm trees and sand dunes reflected in the lake, palm tree in the foreground.
Keywords: Maghreb, Mandara Lakes, barren, sand-dune landscape, palm trees, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR642-02
Libya, Ubari Lakes Area: late afternoon view of Lake Gebraoun, looking the length of the lake, with swimmers and reeds in the foreground.
Keywords: Maghreb, Lake Gambaroune, Mandara Lakes, barren, sand-dune landscape, palm trees, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR642-01
Libya, Ubari Lakes Area: late afternoon view of Lake Gebraoun, with palm trees siilhouetted against the sand dunes, reeds in the foreground.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, palm trees, sand-dune landscape, barren, Mandara Lakes, Lake Gambaroune

PMR641-12
Libya, Ubari Lakes Area: late afternoon view of Lake Gebraoun, with reflections of palm trees and sand dunes in the water.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, palm trees, sand-dune landscape, barren, Mandara Lakes

PMR641-11
Libya, Ubari Lakes Area: view of Gebraoun oasis and the now deserted village from the adjacent sand dune. The population was relocated by the government in 1991 to Gabraoun al-Jadid.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, palm trees, sand-dune landscape, barren, Mandara Lakes

PMR641-09
Libya, Ubari Lakes Area: view of the full extent of Lake Gebraoun, the largest lake.
Keywords: Maghreb, Lake Gambaroune, Mandara Lakes, barren, sand-dune landscape, palm trees, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR641-07
Libya: view of the surrounding barren landscape from a ruined Roman/Byzantine fortress standing on a hill at Gariyat.
Keywords: Roman architecture, castle, fortifications, fortress, Maghreb, Byzantine architecture

PMR641-06
Libya: Ghadames, a Tuareg town, population about 7000, lies approximately 500 miles south-west of Tripoli. It dates back probably to about 3000 BC, thriving in Roman, Byzantine and Arab times. The houses in the old town are all of baked mud, and many of the alleys are enclosed with vaulting as protection from the sun. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.

View over the flat-roofed mud houses towards the adjacent date palms.
Keywords: Maghreb, ancient town, historic town, Berber

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