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PMR-D10040
Germany, Frankfurt am Main, Hesse: 65371/LN-KLV Douglas C-53D (c/n 4828) of Kurfiss Aviation (ex OH-VKA, OY-KLE) on the visitors' terrace at Frankfurt International Airport.
Keywords: aircraft, airliner, air transport, aviation, airplane, aeroplane

Travel (199 files)

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

PMR125-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Brewers' Procession on the opening Sunday of the Oktoberfest 1980: visitors posing in front of a brewer's dray parked in front of the Lowenbrau beer tent.
Keywords: München, picturesque, tradition, colourful, costumes, wagons, brewery, barrels, beer festival

PMR104-08
Egypt, Aswan: feluccas bringing visitors to Elephantine Island.
Keywords: culture, sailing boat, Nile, river, picturesque, reflections

PMR097-11
Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Meersburg: "Schnabelgiere" Fountain (1964), which squirts water at irregular intervals and in irregular directions, providing unsuspecting visitors with a cooling shower!
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, timber-frame

PMR080-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Prinz-Carl-Palais, built by Karl von Fischer 1803-5, is reserved vor VIP visitors to the city
Keywords: München, architecture, neo-classical, palace

PMR-D11872
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Freest: the small harbour which is the base of an active fishing fleet. Much of the catch is smoked by local processors for sale to visitors.
Keywords: colourful, culture, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing, tradition

PMR-D11257
Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: approaching from the sea. The town 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.
Keywords: holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sailing, sunshine, tourist attraction, Turkish carpet centre, yachting

PMR-D11181
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia: Saklikent - site of a deep canyon, which lies about halfway between Patara and Fethiye, and whose walls rise vertically for 300 metres, providing welcome shade for the many visitors. Those who want to follow the gorge for the final 13 kilometres have to wade through the ice-cold, thigh-deep water.
Keywords: boulder-strewn, geology, gorge, river, tourist attraction

PMR-D11180
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia: Saklikent - site of a deep canyon, which lies about halfway between Patara and Fethiye, and whose walls rise vertically for 300 metres, providing welcome shade for the many visitors. Those who want to follow the gorge for the final 13 kilometres have to wade through the ice-cold, thigh-deep water.
Keywords: boulder-strewn, geology, gorge, river, tourist attraction

PMR-D11179
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia: Saklikent - site of a deep canyon, which lies about halfway between Patara and Fethiye, and whose walls rise vertically for 300 metres, providing welcome shade for the many visitors.
Keywords: geology, gorge, river, tourist attraction

PMR-D11178
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia: Saklikent - site of a deep canyon, which lies about halfway between Patara and Fethiye, and whose walls rise vertically for 300 metres, providing welcome shade for the many visitors.
Keywords: geology, gorge, river, tourist attraction

PMR-D9601
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Visitors are offered a tour of the lagoon in an amphibious vehicle.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9524
Iceland, Thingvellir: path up to the visitors' centre, overlooking the site of the "Althing", Iceland's historic General Assembly or Parliament, dating from 930 AD.
Keywords: picturesque, geology

PMR-D9523
Iceland, Thingvellir: path up to the visitors' centre, overlooking the site of the "Althing", Iceland's historic General Assembly or Parliament, dating from 930 AD.
Keywords: picturesque, geology

PMR-D9097
Argentina, Buenos Aires: La Boca, a bohemian district, named after the nearby "mouth" of the Matanza river (Riachuelo), is popular with tourists. Brightly coloured house-fronts and beckoning effigies tempt visitors into a bar on Caminito, the main pedestrian street.
Keywords: South America, capital city, Latin America, artistic, colourful, grafitti, street vendors, tango music, street musicians

PMR-D8682
Chile. Puerto Varas: Vicente Perez Rosales National Park: visitor-bridge above the Petrohue River Waterfalls.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Latin America, canyon, rocky, rapids, white water

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-D8171
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Facade of the Besokssenter (Visitors' Centre) on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen).
Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8066
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Visitors can tour the extensive site by period coach.
Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D7444
Morocco, Ifrane: a cool summer resort, lying at 1650 metres, built by wealthy French residents in the 1930s, could be taken for southern France. A stone lion reminds visitors that lions were still to be found in the surrounding mountains at the beginning of the 20th century.
Keywords: Africa, Middle Atlas, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, monument, sculpture

PMR-D7443
Morocco, Ifrane: a cool summer resort, lying at 1650 metres, built by wealthy French residents in the 1930s, could be taken for southern France. A stone lion reminds visitors that lions were still to be found in the surrounding mountains at the beginning of the 20th century.
Keywords: Africa, Middle Atlas, sculpture, monument, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7380
Morocco: early visitors to at a market near Ouezzane.
Keywords: Africa, djellabah, jellabah, dress, traditional, ass, donkey, Maghreb

PMR-D7375
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. In the centre of the medina is the bustling Place Outa el Hammam, where colourful street cafes are ready to serve thirsty visitors.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D7374
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. In the centre of the medina is the bustling Place Outa el Hammam, where colourful street cafes are ready to serve thirsty visitors.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D6722
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: a stream of visitors following the path across Carrick-a-Rede Island, with Rathlin Island in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6520
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: traditional horse-drawn carriage used for showing visitors the local sights.
Keywords: historic, heritage, culture, picturesque

PMR-D6431
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: a corner of the extensive Kur-Park for convalescent patients and health visitors.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order

PMR-D6319
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: a horse-drawn carriage taking visitors through the Market Place.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, cobblestones

PMR-D6018
Oman, Wadi Darbat: a large Tamarind tree (Tamarindus indica) provides welcome shade for visitors.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, flora

PMR-D5882
Oman, Nizwa: a corner of the East Soukh devoted to traditional Bahla earthenware pottery, a popular souvenir with visitors.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade

PMR-D5039
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. A number of yurts provide auxilliary accommodation for visitors.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses

PMR-D4974
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: colouful carriages drawn by horses or camels take visitors on a tour of the city.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4973
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a colourful horse-drawn carriage takes visitors on a tour of the city.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4972
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a colourful horse-drawn carriage takes visitors on a tour of the city, with a camel "parked" in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4971
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a colourful horse-drawn carriage takes visitors on a tour of the city.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4874
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.
Electric bus for visitors, with city walls in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

PMR-D4722
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Visitor's bedroom suite with twin beds.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration

PMR-D4721
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. One of many visitor's bedrooms, mostly equipped with dioramas.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration

PMR-D4393
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. Facade of the vihara or chedi. Visitors have access to the two floors and the terrace.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

PMR-D4137
Turkey, Bodrum Peninsula, Gümüslük: colourful restaurants crowding the waterfront and offering the visitor endless choice of seafood.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, jetty, gourmet, eating, dining, fruit of the sea

PMR-D2871
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: donkeys carry visitors up the ancient track to the acropolis.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, mediaeval, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, historic

PMR-D0958
Myanmar, Bagan: traditional gathering of visitors on Shwesandaw Paya to watch the sun going down.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0922
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: ox carts collect visitors from the boats at the landing stage.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0905
Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: typical colourful horse carriages which transport visitors around the unpaved roads of Inwa.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0571
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - crocodiles in the lake being fed with meat on a line held by visitors.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, reptiles

PMR-D0570
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - crocodiles in the lake being fed with meat on a line held by visitors.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, reptiles

PMR-D0569
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - crocodiles in the lake being fed with meat on a line held by visitors.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, reptiles

PMR-D0555
Thailand, Chonburi: Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien), a collection of works of art presented by China in a building completed in 1993 - a gilded Thai kinara figure welcomes visitors.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0217
Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: the "Ahorn Boden", a large, flat valley floor in the Karwendel Mountains where maples (Acer pseudoplatanus) or "Bergahorn" grow; some have reached an age of 500 years or more. In autumn the coloured foliage attracts thousands of visitors.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR-D0216
Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: the "Ahorn Boden", a large, flat valley floor in the Karwendel Mountains where maples (Acer pseudoplatanus) or "Bergahorn" grow; some have reached an age of 500 years or more. In autumn the coloured foliage attracts thousands of visitors.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR-D0215
Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: the "Ahorn Boden", a large, flat valley floor in the Karwendel Mountains where maples (Acer pseudoplatanus) or "Bergahorn" grow; some have reached an age of 500 years or more. In autumn the coloured foliage attracts thousands of visitors.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR-D0161
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: horse-drawn sleigh taking visitors on a scenic tour through the snowy woods.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D0151
Cyprus, Troödos: a snowy scene at the Visitors' Centre in the Troödos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky.
Keywords: winter , cold, snow, winter wonderland, picturesque

PMR345-03
India, New Delhi: a dazzling array of saris (Hindu), salwars with kameez (Sikh) and churidhars (Sikh) worn by visitors to the Bahai House of Worship at Bahapur.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, capital city, traditional, dress

PMR326-07
USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the Fir Tree Fountains spray the unwary visitor.
Keywords: culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, waterplay, gardens, park, grounds, Peterhof

PMR306-09
Italy, Tuscany, Maremma Regional Park (Parco Regionale de Maremma) near Grossetto: a herd of long-horned cattle watches visitors with curiosity.
Keywords: nature, reservation, conservation, ecology, bio-diversity, biotope, countryside, swamplands

PMR274-06
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: a German in Lederhosen answers visitors' questions after a musical performance.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR224-12
Greece: "Camping Acropolis" near Kifissia, with feline visitor.
Keywords: campsite, tent, tenting, open air, outdoor life, Volvo

PMR204-09
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. Washroom for visitors to the Western Palace of Herod. In the background: the swimming pool and a smaller royal residence.
Keywords: desert, fortifications, defence, isolated, tragedy, historic, UNESCO Site, steep, impregnable

PMR-D4028
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: colourful lighting effects in the Reed Flute Cave whose limestone formations are about 180 million years old. It has been attracting visitors for over 1200 years and has ink inscriptions which can be dated to 792 AD.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, photogenic, spelaeology, speleology, tourist attraction, spectacular, underground, historic, heritage, striking, stalactites, stalagmites

PMR-D4027
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: colourful lighting effects in the Reed Flute Cave whose limestone formations are about 180 million years old. It has been attracting visitors for over 1200 years and has ink inscriptions which can be dated to 792 AD.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, photogenic, spelaeology, speleology, tourist attraction, spectacular, underground, historic, heritage, striking, stalactites, stalagmites

PMR-D4026
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: colourful lighting effects in the Reed Flute Cave whose limestone formations are about 180 million years old. It has been attracting visitors for over 1200 years and has ink inscriptions which can be dated to 792 AD.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, photogenic, spelaeology, speleology, tourist attraction, spectacular, underground, historic, heritage, striking, stalactites, stalagmites

PMR-D4025
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: colourful lighting effects in the Reed Flute Cave whose limestone formations are about 180 million years old. It has been attracting visitors for over 1200 years and has ink inscriptions which can be dated to 792 AD.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, photogenic, spelaeology, speleology, tourist attraction, spectacular, underground, historic, heritage, striking, stalactites, stalagmites

PMR-D4024
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: colourful lighting effects in the Reed Flute Cave whose limestone formations are about 180 million years old. It has been attracting visitors for over 1200 years and has ink inscriptions which can be dated to 792 AD.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, photogenic, spelaeology, speleology, tourist attraction, spectacular, underground, historic, heritage, striking, stalactites, stalagmites

PMR-D4023
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: colourful lighting effects in the Reed Flute Cave whose limestone formations are about 180 million years old. It has been attracting visitors for over 1200 years and has ink inscriptions which can be dated to 792 AD.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, photogenic, spelaeology, speleology, tourist attraction, spectacular, underground, historic, heritage, striking, stalactites, stalagmites

PMR-D4022
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: colourful lighting effects in the Reed Flute Cave whose limestone formations are about 180 million years old. It has been attracting visitors for over 1200 years and has ink inscriptions which can be dated to 792 AD. Reflections in the underground lake.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, photogenic, spelaeology, speleology, tourist attraction, spectacular, underground, historic, heritage, striking, stalactites, stalagmites

PMR-D4021
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: colourful lighting effects in the Reed Flute Cave whose limestone formations are about 180 million years old. It has been attracting visitors for over 1200 years and has ink inscriptions which can be dated to 792 AD.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, photogenic, spelaeology, speleology, tourist attraction, spectacular, underground, historic, heritage, striking, stalactites, stalagmites

PMR-D4020
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: colourful lighting effects in the Reed Flute Cave whose limestone formations are about 180 million years old. It has been attracting visitors for over 1200 years and has ink inscriptions which can be dated to 792 AD.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, photogenic, spelaeology, speleology, tourist attraction, spectacular, underground, historic, heritage, striking, stalactites, stalagmites

PMR-D4019
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: colourful lighting effects in the Reed Flute Cave whose limestone formations are about 180 million years old. It has been attracting visitors for over 1200 years and has ink inscriptions which can be dated to 792 AD.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, photogenic, spelaeology, speleology, tourist attraction, spectacular, underground, historic, heritage, striking, stalactites, stalagmites

PMR-D4018
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: colourful lighting effects in the Reed Flute Cave whose limestone formations are about 180 million years old. It has been attracting visitors for over 1200 years and has ink inscriptions which can be dated to 792 AD.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, photogenic, spelaeology, speleology, tourist attraction, spectacular, underground, historic, heritage, striking, stalactites, stalagmites

PMR-D3915
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
A pretty young Chinese visitor.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre

PMR-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-D3579
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: the pagoda, open to visitors.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3303
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): part of the mediaeval fortress which existed in the Bastei from the early 13th century until 1469, now made accessible to visitors, showing its impregnable position on top of the vertical sandstone cliffs.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape, historic, defence, fortifications

PMR-D3302
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): visitors on the stone bridge leading to the Bastei fortifications amid spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations, with the Lilienstein outcrop visible in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape

PMR-D3301
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): visitors on the stone bridge leading to the Bastei fortifications amid spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape

PMR-D3300
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): part of the mediaeval fortress which existed in the Bastei from the early 13th century until 1469, now made accessible to visitors, showing a contemporary rock-hurling catapult (reconstruction).
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape, historic, defence, fortifications, siege machine

PMR-D3298
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): part of the mediaeval fortress which existed in the Bastei from the early 13th century until 1469, now made accessible to visitors, showing the large covered water cistern, lower right.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape, historic, defence, fortifications

PMR-D3297
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): part of the mediaeval fortress which existed in the Bastei from the early 13th century until 1469, now made accessible to visitors, showing the spectacular sandstone rock formations.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape, historic, defence, fortifications

PMR-D3285
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): visitors among the spectacular sandstone rock formations of the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

PMR-D3110
The Philippines, Samar Island: local touring boat taking visitors on a trip from Lavezares.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, watercraft, outriggers, jungle

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-D2972
The Philippines, Samar Island: local touring boat taking visitors on a trip from Lavezares.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, watercraft, outriggers, jungle

PMR-D2970
The Philippines, Samar Island: local touring boat taking visitors on a trip from Lavezares.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, watercraft, outriggers, jungle

PMR-D2968
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Walkway for visitors through the mangroves.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR170-07
U.S.A., California, San Francisco: World War II submarine, open to visitors as a museum with a modern frigate behind; Alcatraz Island visible in San Francisco Bay.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, warships

PMR-D2681
Iran, Ali Sadr: the caves at Ali Sadr are the biggest water caves in the world, with 11 kilometres of navigable waterways. Known to antiquity, but only rediscovered in 1963.
Visitors on the landing stage awaiting one of the tour boats.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, speleology, caverns, underground, stalactites, stalagmites

PMR-D2416
Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak.
"Gate of All Nations" or Xerxes' Gateway, through which all visitors passed.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology

PMR132K-23
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; silk-cotton tree roots with a side gallery in their grip.
Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D1880
England, Cornwall, St. Michael's Mount (National Trust): visitors crossing to the island on the almost fully exposed causeway.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, estate

PMR-D1879
England, Cornwall, St. Michael's Mount (National Trust): visitors negotiating the still-submerged causeway, with Marazion in the background.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, culture, historic, landscape garden, park, estate

PMR-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-D1792
The Eden Project: flowers on the aerial walkway of the Rainforest Biome.
Keywords: green, geodesic dome, landscape, educational, ethical, visitor attraction, biotope, amusement park, environment

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

PMR687-09
Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: visitors to the paya among the multitude of shrines; the small stupa on the right has eight niches for the days of the week (Wednesday has am and pm), each with its corresponding animal (garuda, tiger, lion, elephant, naga, rat, mole).
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR480-05
Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: picnic tables are strategically situated for visitors to the park.
Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range

PMR480-02
Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: picnic tables are strategically situated for visitors to the park.
Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range

PMR500-01
Cyprus (North), Güzelyurt/Morfóu: Church of Ayios Mámas, where the purported tomb of Mámas formerly attracted many pilgrims and visitors. It now houses a collection of ikons.
Keywords: Güzelyurt, ikon museum, Byzantine architecture

PMR452-01
Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: this former fisherman's cottage now offers accommodation for visitors in the main resort, Nida.
Keywords: picturesque, Courland Spit, fishing, village, colourful, heritage, tradition

PMR143K-17
Thailand, Pattaya: the "Sanctuary of Truth" intended for meditation, at 100 metres high, is believed to be the highest building in the world built entirely of wood (teak). Wood carvers and carpenters have been working on its construction since 1981. Elephant rides are available for visitors to the sanctuary.
Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR137K-22
Mongolia, Övörkhangai Aimag (Province), Khangai Nuruu National Park: Orkhon Khöndii (Valley of the River Orkhon). Visitors arriving at the gorge to see the waterfall.
Keywords: Mongol, Buddhism, Buddhist, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism

PMR136K-20
Mongolia, Arkhangai Aimag (Province): Mongolian visitors posing in front of the Taikhar Chuluu Monolith. Legend has it that a local hero hurled the monolith at a huge serpent, which may still be under the rock. Many Mongolians come to visit, and most leave their names in the form of graffiti!
Keywords: Mongol, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism

PMR136K-02
Mongolia, Bulgan Aimag (Province): Rotel Bus and a young Mongolian visitor on horseback.
Keywords: Mongol, sharmanism, religious monuments, Chinggis Khaan, Genghis Khan, steppe, Outer Mongolia

PMR132K-28
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; the east "gopura" (entrance pavilion) to the third enclosure, with the remains of the Hall of Dancers.
Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage

PMR132K-27
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; silk-cotton tree growing on a boundary wall, with sanctuary towers in the background.
Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage

PMR132K-26
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; silk-cotton trees growing on a low building in an open courtyard.
Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage

PMR132K-25
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; side gallery with square pillars and carved stone roof imitating tiles.
Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage

PMR132K-24
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; blind door in the side ofa sanctuary, with "devatas" (female deities) flanking the window.
Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage

PMR132K-22
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; strangler-fig roots enveloping a sanctuary tower.
Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage

PMR132K-21
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; strangler-fig roots covering a sanctuary tower.
Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage

PMR132K-19
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; silk-cotton tree roots embracing the corner of an enclosure.
Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage

PMR132K-18
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: Ta Prohm ("Jungle Temple"), built by King Jayavarman VII in 12th-13th centuries, has been left in its natural ("as found") state as an example for visitors; silk-cotton tree roots embracing a gallery.
Keywords: historic, shrine, Khmer, architecture, religion, Buddhist, Hindu, temples, picturesque, national heritage

PMR126K-14
Germany, Brandenburg, Potsdam: historic windmill, a working replica of the original from 1790, in Sans Souci Park, is open to visitors.
Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR123K-11
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: dhows line the quayside at Baniyas Road, Deira, ready to take visitors on tours of Dubai Creek.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers

PMR116K-11
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: T.E. Lawrence's "Seven Pillars of Wisdom", a monumental rock formation near the visitors centre.
Keywords: geology, drought, fantastic rock formations, desert life, Bedouin country, sandstone outcrops, sand, natural caves

PMR115K-29
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 sun breaks into the "Siq" as the visitors start to arrive.
Keywords: rose red city, geology, archeological site, Egyptian architecture, Greek architecture, Roman architecture, rock tombs, natural caves, Nabataean capital

PMR115K-03
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: Lower storey of Al-Khazneh (the Treasury) displays 6 columns with floral capitals; the forecourt filling with visitors.
Keywords: rose red city, geology, archeological site, Egyptian architecture, Greek architecture, Roman architecture, rock tombs, natural caves, Nabataean capital

PMR113K-36
Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: the "Ahorn Boden", a large, flat valley floor in the Karwendel Mountains where maples (Acer pseudoplatanus) or "Bergahorn" grow; some have reached an age of 500 years or more. In autumn the coloured foliage attracts thousands of visitors.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR108K-20
Germany, Saxony, Dresden: a horse-drawn omnibus takes visitors on a tour of the city.
Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, vintage transport

PMR106K-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.

The River Urubamba and the access road (Hiram Bingham Highway), winding up to the site in a series of hairpin bends. Buses bring visitors up this road from the railway terminus, Aguas Calientes.
Keywords: High Andes, historic site, Quechua, Inca architecture, Qosqo, Cuzco

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

PMR096K-36
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: a horse-drawn sleigh brings visitors through the snow-covered landscape, with the Zugspitze massif, part of the Wetterstein Mountains, in the background.
Keywords: alpine, sledge, picturesque, winter wonderland, snow scene, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR096K-35
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: a horse-drawn sleigh brings visitors through the snow-covered landscape.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, snow scene, winter wonderland, picturesque, sledge

PMR096K-14
Cyprus, Troödhos: a snowy scene at the Visitors' Centre in the Troödhos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky.
Keywords: winter , snowy, picturesque, winter wonderland

PMR091K-07
Macedonia, Mavrovo: Monastery of St. Jovan Bigorsky (St John the Baptist) on the steep side of the gorge of the River Radika. Founded in 1020, the monastery church contains an iconostasis which is a masterpiece of woodcarving. On these wooden galleries are the "konaks" or lodgings for visitors.
Keywords: Orthodox church, Christian, historic, national heritage, Yugoslavia

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

PMR082K-18
Cyprus, Omodhos: In the winter sunshine, the lacemakers bring their work outside. Many of the older generation still engage in this traditional craft.
Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village, village, lace, artesans, handwork

PMR082K-17
Cyprus, Omodhos: Plant-filled inner courtyard of a typical house, with balconies.
Keywords: photogenic, village, traditional village, heritage, visitor attraction, picturesque

PMR082K-16
Cyprus, Omodhos: Broken terracotta wine flagons near a taverna.
Keywords: landscape, photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village, village

PMR082K-15
Cyprus, Omodhos: a typical plant-lined street, with taverna.
Keywords: village, photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village

PMR082K-14
Cyprus, Omodhos: A feline observer of the flow of tourists.
Keywords: tabby, cat, village, traditional village, heritage, visitor attraction, picturesque, photogenic

PMR082K-13
Cyprus, Omodhos: In the winter sunshine, the lacemakers bring their work outside. Many of the older generation still engage in this traditional craft.
Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village, village, lace, artesans, handwork

PMR082K-12
Cyprus, Omodhos: A typical narrow street, with overhanging orange tree.
Keywords: landscape, photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village, village

PMR082K-11
Cyprus, Omodhos: Entrance to the 19th century monastery of Timióu Stavroú, with part of the arched cloisters.
Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village, village

PMR082K-10
Cyprus, Omodhos: Visitors enjoying a meal in the cobbled square, surrounded by newly renovated historic buildings.
Keywords: landscape, village, traditional village, heritage, visitor attraction, picturesque, photogenic

PMR082K-09
Cyprus, Omodhos: Approaching the town in the foothills of the Troödos Mountains.
Keywords: landscape, photogenic, picturesque, visitor attraction, heritage, traditional village, village

PMR081K-35
Tunisia, Port el Kantaoui: Encounter on the beach: four cats with English visitors.
Keywords: Islamic, animal meeting, holidaymakers, picturesque, Muslim, Mohamed, Maghreb, holidays, relax, sunshine, swim

PMR054K-15
Spain, Andalusia, El Rocio: About 50 kilometres from Seville, El Rocio lies on the edge of the Donana National Park and Water Bird Reserve. Here, "La Rocina" Visitor Centre serving the park.

PMR048K-24
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, visitors leaving the market on one of the brightly painted local buses.

PMR028K-05
Australia, Western Australia: Cliffs at Geike Gorge National Park. The limestone cliffs were laid down in the Devonian era, about 350 million years ago. Here, sandbanks deposited in the trees by the last floods. Guided boat trips are available for visitors to the park.
Keywords: geology

PMR028K-04
Australia, Western Australia: Cliffs at Geike Gorge National Park. The limestone cliffs were laid down in the Devonian era, about 350 million years ago. The high water mark shows how high the river rises in the rainy season. Guided boat trips are available for visitors to the park.
Keywords: geology

PMR028K-03
Australia, Western Australia: Cliffs at Geike Gorge National Park. The limestone cliffs were laid down in the Devonian era, about 350 million years ago. Guided boat trips are available for visitors to the park.
Keywords: geology

PMR028K-02
Australia, Western Australia: Cliffs at Geike Gorge National Park. The limestone cliffs were laid down in the Devonian era, about 350 million years ago. Guided boat trips are available for visitors to the park.
Keywords: geology

PMR028K-01
Australia, Western Australia: Hollowed-out caves in the cliff-bottom at Geike Gorge National Park. The limestone cliffs were laid down in the Devonian era, about 350 million years ago. Guided boat trips are available for visitors to the park.
Keywords: geology

PMR027K-18
Australia, Western Australia: Visitors experiencing an "interaction" with dolphins on the beach at Monkey Mia marine reserve, supervised by wardens.
Keywords: wild life, sea mammals, interaction with dolphins, feeding dolphins, nature

PMR027K-17
Australia, Western Australia: Visitors experiencing an "interaction" with dolphins on the beach at Monkey Mia marine reserve, supervised by wardens.
Keywords: wild life, nature, feeding dolphins, interaction with dolphins, sea mammals

PMR027K-16
Australia, Western Australia: Visitors experiencing an "interaction" with dolphins on the beach at Monkey Mia marine reserve, supervised by wardens.
Keywords: wild life, sea mammals, interaction with dolphins, feeding dolphins, nature

PMR027K-14
Australia, Western Australia: Visitors experiencing an "interaction" with dolphins on the beach at Monkey Mia marine reserve, supervised by wardens.
Keywords: wild life, sea mammals, interaction with dolphins, feeding dolphins, nature

PMR022K-35
Viet Nam, My Tho: a young "boat girl", who rows visitors round the waterways in a traditional boat.
Keywords: Vietnam, tropical vegetation, tropical fruit

PMR016K-26
Iraq: Bashiqa, a village in the north of Iraq where Christians and Yazida live together peaceably (2001). Members of this Yazid family make visitors very welcome.
Keywords: Mesopotamia, family group

PMR014K-27
Italy: Milan Cathedral, begun in1386 and finished only in 1809, is adorned with 135 pinnacles and white marble statues. Visitors can walk along the roof, between the pinnacles.
Keywords: Gothic, churches, inspiration, heritage, holy places, Christianity, architecture

PMR038K-19
Namibia, Khorixas: An attraction for visitors is the Fingerklip pinnacle of naturally eroded sandstone near Khorixas.
Keywords: geology, rock formations, erosion

PMR038K-14
Namibia, Twyfelfontein: The thatched roofs of Twyfelfontein Country Lodge providing shade for visitors.
Keywords: visitor centre, African hopitality

PMR073K-36
Spain, Lanzarote, Teguise: Sunday market visitors throng the streets of traditional houses, with the tower of the parish church, San Miguel, behind.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR073K-34
Spain, Lanzarote, Teguise: Somali women in colourful robes offer African hair styles to young visitors at the Sunday Market in Teguise.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR071K-32
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Visitors enjoying the autumn sunshine at outdoor restaurant tables in Mittenwald, with traditional frescoed houses in the background.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, picturesque, German heritage, geraniums, snow-roofs

PMR070K-21
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: ladies of the settlement preparing their sales onslought on the next group of visitors.
Keywords: historical ruins, archeology, excavations, Byzantine fortifications, sarcophagus, ruined fortress, Lycia

PMR070K-20
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: visitors being enlightened on the history of the fortress.
Keywords: historical ruins, Lycia, ruined fortress, sarcophagus, Byzantine fortifications, excavations, archeology

PMR069K-23
Turkey, Lycia: Saklikent - site of a deep canyon, which lies about halfway between Patara and Fethiye, and whose walls rise vertically for 300 metres, providing welcome shade for the many visitors. Here, above the canyon visitors cross the river on wooden bridges to reach the entrance. On the left are shady restaurants overlooking the water, serving freshly grilled trout.
Keywords: gorge, natural phenomena, Lycia

PMR069K-22
Turkey, Lycia: Saklikent - site of a deep canyon, which lies about halfway between Patara and Fethiye, and whose walls rise vertically for 300 metres, providing welcome shade for the many visitors.
Keywords: gorge, geology, natural phenomena, Lycia

PMR069K-21
Turkey, Lycia: Saklikent - site of a deep canyon, which lies about halfway between Patara and Fethiye, and whose walls rise vertically for 300 metres, providing welcome shade for the many visitors. Those who want to follow the gorge for the final 13 kilometres have to wade through the ice-cold, thigh-deep water.
Keywords: natural phenomena, geology, Lycia

PMR068K-33
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: yachts at their moorings with the kalesi (fortress) built by Suleiman the Magnificent in 1522 in the background.
Keywords: tourist attraction, sunshine, Mediterranean resort, marina, holiday resort, Turkish carpet centre, sailing, yachting, oriental

PMR068K-32
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: a carpet emporium and a ceramics stall, typical temptations for the visitor.
Keywords: tourist attraction, oriental, yachting, sailing, Turkish carpet centre, holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sunshine

PMR068K-31
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: the river estuary, with small boat moorings, and footbridge in the background.
Keywords: tourist attraction, reflections, oriental, yachting, sailing, Turkish carpet centre, holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sunshine

PMR068K-30
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: yachts at their moorings overlooked by rows of new houses.
Keywords: tourist attraction, oriental, yachting, sailing, Turkish carpet centre, holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sunshine

PMR068K-29
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: Fortress Hill, seen from Netsel Marina, across the harbour, with speedboat in the foreground.
Keywords: tourist attraction, reflections, sunshine, Mediterranean resort, marina, holiday resort, Turkish carpet centre, sailing, yachting, oriental

PMR068K-28
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: display of carpets before the "Silk Road" Emporium.
Keywords: tourist attraction, sunshine, Mediterranean resort, marina, holiday resort, Turkish carpet centre, sailing, yachting, oriental

PMR068K-27
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: some of the larger yachts at their moorings, with anglers in the foreground.
Keywords: tourist attraction, sunshine, Mediterranean resort, marina, holiday resort, Turkish carpet centre, sailing, yachting, oriental

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-25
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: a footbridge between the beach and the yacht harbour, with small boats in the foreground.
Keywords: tourist attraction, oriental, yachting, sailing, Turkish carpet centre, holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sunshine

PMR068K-24
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: part of the beach, with the yacht harbour in the background.
Keywords: tourist attraction, sunshine, Mediterranean resort, marina, holiday resort, Turkish carpet centre, sailing, yachting, oriental, sand, sunshades, sunbathing

PMR068K-23
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: a line-up of some of the largest yachts which offer cruises to Antalya and back.
Keywords: tourist attraction, oriental, yachting, sailing, Turkish carpet centre, holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sunshine

PMR066K-33
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, visitors returning to the town over the frozen lake. They came on bicycles, skis, sledges and foot.
Keywords: winter, ice, frozen lake, snow, Alps, mountains

PMR059K-23
Moldavian agricultural worker Vasile, with wife Viorica and children Carmen, Loredana, Marian, Alexandru and friend, with western visitor, in front of their partially completed new house.

PMR059K-22
Moldavian agricultural worker Vasile, with wife Viorica and children Carmen, Loredana, Marian, Alexandru and friend, with western visitor, in front of their partially completed new house.

PMR416-11
Slovakia, Kezmarok (formerly Kesmark): Russian lady singing traditional Russian folk songs to guitar accompanyment for visitors to Kezmarok Castle.
Keywords: Czechoslovakia, Kesmark, music, busking

PMR554-4
Australia, Tasmania: Cradle Mountain/Lake St. Clair National Park: Pencil Pine Falls, near to the Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre.
Keywords: wilderness, waterfalls, wild country, untamed nature, untamed

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

PMR544-6
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: a group of visitors round the well in the main courtyard.
Keywords: Count Dracula, Transylvania, Vampire, Gothic Horror Stories, Bram Stoker, Blood-sucking, Gothic Castle, Spooky, Eerie, Frightening, Bloddthirsty, ghoulish, demonic, devilish, weird, vampirish

PMR674-05
Mongolia, Arkhangai Aimag (Province): Mongolian visitors posing in front of the Taikhar Chuluu Monolith. Legend has it that a local hero hurled the monolith at a huge serpent, which may still be under the rock. Many Mongolians come to visit, and most leave their names in the form of grafitti!
Keywords: Mongol, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism

PMR633-04
Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the market place (Hauptmarkt) with the Frauenkirche, a 14th century Gothic church, with 16th century gable designed by Adam Krafft, which attracts visitors daily at noon to its Glockenspiel with mechanical figures depicting the homage of the seven electors.
Keywords: Nürnberg, historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage

PMR630-10
Tunisia: Tamerza, a Berber village oasis on the site of the former Roman military outpost, Ad Turres: stalls selling local wares. In a nearby gorge an 8-metre-high waterfall astounds visitors.
Keywords: Muslim, Islam, heritage, historic, Mohamed

PMR629-10
Tunisia, Sousse: an eye-catching "pirate ship" offers to take visitors on a mediterranean trip.
Keywords: adventure trip, sea cruise, harbour, galleon

PMR628-10
Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: the Frauenkirche, a 14th century Gothic church, with 16th century gable designed by Adam Krafft, attracts visitors daily at noon to its glockenspiel with mechanical figures depicting the homage of the seven electors.
Keywords: Nürnberg, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic town

PMR623-05
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: approaching the settlement from the sea, the visitor is met by traders in small boats.
Keywords: historical ruins, ruined fortress, sarcophagus, Byzantine fortifications, excavations, archeology

PMR619-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Schloss Herrenchiemsee, the most magnificent of Ludwig II's palaces, based on Versailles, is to be found on an island in the large Chiemsee (lake) and can only be reached by boat. Begun in 1878, it was never completed due to lack of funds. A horse-drawn carriage brings visitors from the jetty and is here seen before the facade.
Keywords: German Architecture, opulence, sumptuous

PMR619-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Schloss Herrenchiemsee, the most magnificent of Ludwig II's palaces, based on Versailles, is to be found on an island in the large Chiemsee (lake) and can only be reached by boat. Begun in 1878, it was never completed due to lack of funds. A horse-drawn carriage brings visitors from the jetty. Statue of a pair of putti adorning one of the fountains.
Keywords: German Architecture, opulence, sumptuous

PMR581-07
Russia, Uglich: Matryoshka dolls in rows, with other carved souvenirs, tempt the visitors to Uglich.

PMR571-05
Namibia: Namib Naukluft National Park: a variety of lichens, brought together by the park wardens for visitors, obtain their moisture from the morning mists: ther is almost no rain in Namibia.

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

PMR664-04
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: rugged scenery from one of the look-out points above Al-Deir, where visitors 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

PMR664-02
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: two of the look-out points above Al-Deir, where visitors 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

PMR661-12
Austria, Tyrol, Vorderriss: the "Ahorn Boden", a large, flat valley floor in the Karwendel Mountains where maples (Acer pseudoplatanus) or "Bergahorn" grow; some have reached an age of 500 years or more. In autumn the coloured foliage attracts thousands of visitors.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR652-11
Argentina, Jujuy, Purmamarca: the road from Humahuaca to Purmamarca is known as "Las Colorados" for the colourful mineral deposits in the surrounding rocks. Visitors gather on a convenient knoll to photograph the colourful cliffs.
Keywords: landscape, mineral deposits, coloured minerals, rock formations, geological formations, picturesque

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