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Aircraft (1 file)

PMR325-05
USSR, Leningrad: Antonov AN-2T 06 (white) (c/n IG237-20) of DOSAAF at Lisii Nos Open Day.
Keywords: aircraft, veteran, vintage, historic, air transport, airliner, aviation, airplane, aeroplane

Hong Kong pictures 1958 (1 file)

PMR.HK-42
Hong Kong 1958: like a filigree wedding cake - the all-white pagoda in Haw Par Villa (Tiger Balm Gardens).
Keywords: British colonies, nostalgia, historic, island, tropics, Far East

Travel (384 files)

PMR-D13443
Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: one of many small churches on the outskirts of the town, raised above the level of the surrounding desolate ground.
Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D13441
Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: one of many small churches on the outskirts of the town.
Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D13437
Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: abandoned windmills on the ridge, previously in constant use for milling flour, with a small whitewashed church in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D13435
Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: a typical alley in the old town, with bell tower and clock tower in view.
Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D13434
Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: abandoned windmills on the ridge, previously in constant use for milling flour.
Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D13433
Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: a familiar figure in the town: an elderly resident in traditional dress.
Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D13432
Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: much-photographed St. Filimon Church.
Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional

PMR-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-D13428
Greece, Island of Karpathos, Olympos: a tiny balcony overlooking the sea.
Keywords: architecture, blue and white, colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Olymbos, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D12929
Germany, Bayern, Schloss Höchstädt: the castle was built between 1589 and 1602 as a seat for the widow of Count Palatine (Pfalzgraf) Philipp Ludwig von Neuburg. In 1704 over 20,000 men died in the nearby Battle of Blenheim.
White storks (Ciconia ciconia) return every year to breed.
Keywords: architecture, birds, culture, Duke of Marlborough, heritage, historic, mediaeval, ornithology, picturesque

PMR-D12928
Germany, Bayern, Schloss Höchstädt: the castle was built between 1589 and 1602 as a seat for the widow of Count Palatine (Pfalzgraf) Philipp Ludwig von Neuburg. In 1704 over 20,000 men died in the nearby Battle of Blenheim.
White storks (Ciconia ciconia) return every year to breed.
Keywords: architecture, birds, culture, Duke of Marlborough, heritage, historic, mediaeval, ornithology, picturesque

PMR128-12
France, Ile de France, Chateau de Versailles: the palace was built between 1644 and 1710, largely by Louis XIV, "le Roi Soleil" (Sun King) for the use of the Bourbon royal family, and was lavishly furnished. Bronze Cupid (cast by Sarazin in 1680) scrambling on a white marble sphinx (carved by Lerambert) standing near the place facade.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, luxury, Baroque, statue, monument, statuary

PMR125-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Brewers' Procession on the opening Sunday of the Oktoberfest 1980: miniature brewers' dray drawn by white Shetland ponies.
Keywords: München, picturesque, tradition, colourful, costumes, wagons, brewery, barrels, beer festival

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

PMR119-02
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

PMR117-09
Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the White Tower, part of the oldest town fortifications (12th century).
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables

PMR115-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: beds of red, white and blue pansies and Rob Roy daisies make an eye-catching display.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical

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

PMR-D12547
Germany, Bavaria, Munich Botanical Gardens: colourful flowers of Rhododendron hybrids.
Keywords: botany, colourful, gardening, horticulture, phytography, plants, red and white, spring, trees

PMR086-04
Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the White Tower (12th century), part of the oldest town fortifications
Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, timber-frame, wattle and daub, gables

PMR063-09
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: display of white-painted cannons, ancient and modern, outside the Star Castle. "Tablecloth" forming on Table Mountain.
Keywords: gardens, flowerbeds, historic, fortifications, defence

PMR051-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: young girls in red and white "Trachten"
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate

PMR051-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: young girls in red and white "Trachten"
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate

PMR051-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: young girls in blue and white "Trachten"
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate

PMR045-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the Weissensee (White Lake) with reflected church and houses, in the Allgau region
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, mountains, snow-capped, reflections, birch tree

PMR045-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria: swan on the Weissensee (White Lake) with reflected mountains, in the Allgau region
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, mountains, snow-capped, reflections

PMR-D12259
England, Kent, Dover: P&O Ferry "Spirit of France", gross tonnage 47,592 gt., built in 2012, arriving after Channel crossing, with the white cliffs of Dover behind.
Keywords: boat, cargo, English Channel, marine, ro-ro, ship, transport

PMR-D12258
England, Kent, Dover: DFDS Ferry "Dunkerque Seaway", gross tonnage 35,923 gt., built in year 2005, arriving after Channel crossing, with the white cliffs of Dover behind.
Keywords: boat, cargo, English Channel, marine, ro-ro, ship, transport

PMR-D12257
England, Kent, Dover: P&O Ferry "Spirit of France", and DFDS Ferry "Dunkerque Seaway", arriving after Channel crossing, with the white cliffs of Dover behind.
Keywords: boat, cargo, English Channel, marine, ro-ro, ship, transport

PMR-D12149
White flower of Echinopsis eyriesii cactus.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D12148
White flower of Echinopsis eyriesii cactus.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D11953
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D11870
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Rügen Island, Putbus: some of the all-white neo-classical buildings forming part of the "Putbus Circus". The "white town" was founded in 1810 by Prince William Malte of Putbus.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, Pearl of Rügen, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11869
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Rügen Island, Putbus: obelisk forming the centre of the "Putbus Circus", the surrounding all-white neo-classical buildings. The "white town" was founded in 1810 by Prince William Malte of Putbus.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, Pearl of Rügen, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11414
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): the Dimarhio (Town Hall) in Platia Mihail Theotoki, built by the Venetians in 1665 out of white marble.
Keywords: architecture, decorative , Ionian Islands, municipal, ornate

PMR-D11345
England, Worcester: Christmas in the old quarter.
Keywords: architecture, black and white, cobblestones, pedestrian zone, Tudor, wattle and daub

PMR-D11267
Turkey, Lycian coast: White Seabream (Grosse Geiss-Brasse) (Diplodus sargus).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11002
White Storks (Ciconia ciconia) with full-grown fledgling in nest on the roof of the parish church, Bad Gögging, Lower Bavaria.
Keywords: avifauna, chick, nature, ornithology, waders, wild birds

PMR-D11001
White Stork (Ciconia ciconia) with fledgling in nest on the roof of the parish church, Bad Gögging, Lower Bavaria.
Keywords: avifauna, nature, ornithology, waders, wild birds

PMR-D11000
White Stork (Ciconia ciconia) and nest on the roof of the parish church, Bad Gögging, Lower Bavaria.
Keywords: avifauna, nature, ornithology, waders, wild birds

PMR-D10582
Flowers of white Musk Mallow (Malva moschata alba) in southern Bavaria.
Keywords: plants, phytography, botany, wild flowers, nature

PMR-D10581
Flowers of white Musk Mallow (Malva moschata alba) in southern Bavaria.
Keywords: plants, phytography, botany, wild flowers, nature

PMR-D9792
White-flowered Crassula (Crassula albiflora)
Keywords: botany, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, nature, ornamental, succulent

PMR-D9791
White-flowered Crassula (Crassula albiflora)
Keywords: botany, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, nature, ornamental, succulent

PMR-D9555
Iceland, Húsavik: the Icelandic flag, on the stern of a whale-watching boat.
Keywords: national colours, insignia, red-white-blue, ensign

PMR-D9058
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: the city's name. in large white letters, with the Beagle Channel in the background.
Keywords: South America, panorama, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America, scenery, landmark

PMR-D9030
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego: the Rotel bus, behind a carpet of white chrysanthemum daisies.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Patagonia, flowers, colourful, Rolling Hotel

PMR-D8984
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: Salto Grande, the waterfall which connects Lago Nordenskjöld and Lago Pehoé.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, white water, rapids

PMR-D8983
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: Salto Grande, the waterfall which connects Lago Nordenskjöld and Lago Pehoé.
Keywords: South America, rapids, white water, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D8982
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: Salto Grande, the waterfall which connects Lago Nordenskjöld and Lago Pehoé.
Keywords: South America, rapids, white water, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D8684
Chile. Puerto Varas: Vicente Perez Rosales National Park: the Petrohue River Waterfalls, with snow-capped volcano. Osorno (2.652 m.), in the background.
Keywords: South America, Andes, white water, rapids, rocky, canyon, Latin America, wooded, landscape

PMR-D8683
Chile. Puerto Varas: Vicente Perez Rosales National Park: the Petrohue River Waterfalls, with snow-capped volcano. Osorno (2.652 m.), in the background.
Keywords: South America, white water, rapids, rocky, canyon, Latin America, wooded, landscape

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-D8681
Chile. Puerto Varas: Vicente Perez Rosales National Park: the Petrohue River Waterfalls.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Latin America, rocky, rapids, white water

PMR-D8680
Chile. Puerto Varas: Vicente Perez Rosales National Park: the Petrohue River below the waterfalls.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Latin America, canyon, rocky, rapids, white water

PMR-D8572
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: one of the avenues of trees running the length of the grounds of Schleissheim Palace after a heavy fall of snow.
Keywords: park, winter, white, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Schloss Schleissheim

PMR-D8438
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town.
Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley, blue and white

PMR-D8417
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): the main street of Chora, with taverna.
Keywords: picturesque, blue and white, restaurant, secluded, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D8414
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): typical houses on the approach to Chora.
Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades, secluded, dwellings, blue and white

PMR-D8357
Greece, Island of Naxos, Melanes: the Kouros (Greek = nude male figure) of Flerio, of white marble, is 4.7 metres long. It ws never finished, apparently because the right leg got broken during transport. It weighs about 5 tonnes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, historic, heritage, culture, statue, sculpture, archeology

PMR-D8147
Norway, Rogaland: white water rapids on a river near Nesflaten.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, scenic, landscape, rocky, granite, wild

PMR-D8142
Norway, Rogaland, Erfjord : typical white-painted wooden church.
Keywords: Scandinavia, village, picturesque

PMR-D8110
Norway, Rogaland, Heuge: an attractive wooden church on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes.
Keywords: Scandinavia, white-painted, timber, architecture, picturesque

PMR-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-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-D8003
Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: typical white-painted wooden buildings on the main street, with Nautic Hotel in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, timber, architecture, street scene, Scandinavia

PMR-D7715
White flower of Dwarf Iris (Iris pumilla).
Keywords: spring, plants, phytography, fragrant, botany, nature

PMR-D7714
White flower of Dwarf Iris (Iris pumilla).
Keywords: spring, plants, phytography, fragrant, botany, nature

PMR-D7647
Morocco, Rabat: the royal guard, in colourful uniforms, mounted on white horses and carrying national pennants.
Keywords: Africa, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, equestrian, tradition, royal city, capital city, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7646
Morocco, Rabat: the royal guard, in colourful uniforms, mounted on white horses.
Keywords: Africa, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, equestrian, tradition, royal city, capital city, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7551
Morocco, Marakech: White Storks (Ciconia ciconia) on their nest in the medina.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, birds, ornithology

PMR-D7417
Morocco, Meknes: White Stork (Ciconia ciconia) in flight.
Keywords: bird, nature, wildlife, waders, ornithology

PMR-D7373
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. In the centre of the medina is the bustling Place Outa el Hammam, where the entrance to the mosque has a double studded door with blue and white painted surround.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D7363
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. A handsome gateway with scalloped arch, all picked out in blue and white.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D7214
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: human figures, some white, some ochre, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7207
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: brown cow with white spots, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7201
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: two black and white cows, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7094
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park, Tadrart Mountains: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: black and white cows.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7074
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sweet-smelling shrub with white flowers.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, plant, flower, flora

PMR-D6990
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: White-crowned Wheatear (Oenanthe leucopyga)
Keywords: Sahara, desert, bird, thrush, ornithology, fauna, wild life

PMR-D6989
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: White-crowned Wheatear (Oenanthe leucopyga)
Keywords: Sahara, desert, bird, thrush, ornithology, fauna, wild life

PMR-D6988
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: White-crowned Wheatear (Oenanthe leucopyga)
Keywords: Sahara, desert, bird, thrush, ornithology, fauna, wild life

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-D6934
England, Kent, Dover: Seatrade cargo ship "Eastern Bay", with the white cliffs in the background.
Keywords: port, ships , boats, jetty, quayside, harbour

PMR-D6837
England, Kent: the white cliffs of Dover.
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, geology, chalk, limestone

PMR-D6707
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: white-painted Ballintoy Parish Church, seen from Carrick-a-Rede.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, meadows, meadow-sweet

PMR-D6695
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. The legendary White Stag, waiting to guide departed souls to Tir nan Og, the Gaelic afterworld.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6694
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. The legendary White Stag, waiting to guide departed souls to Tir nan Og, the Gaelic afterworld.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

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-D6417
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: a White Stork (Ciconia ciconia) on its nest on a roof.
Keywords: Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, birds, ornithology, waders

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-D6363
White flower on Echinopsis multiplex cactus.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, house plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D6362
White flower on Echinopsis multiplex cactus.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, house plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D6361
White flower on Echinopsis multiplex cactus.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, house plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D6305
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: a pair of White Storks (Ciconia ciconia) on their nest on a roof
Keywords: Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, birds, ornithology, waders

PMR-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-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-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-D6172
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, looking down on the "White Valley", with Mount Hohe Munde and the Inn Valley in the middle distance.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste

PMR-D6169
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, looking down on the "White Valley".
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste

PMR-D6166
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, looking down on the "White Valley".
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste

PMR-D6165
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps and the Inn Valley in the background, looking down on the "White Valley".
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste

PMR-D6164
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, looking down on the "White Valley".
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste

PMR-D6162
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, looking down the "White Valley", from the summit, 2962 metres high.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste

PMR-D6152
White flower of Dwarf Iris (Iris pumilla).
Keywords: spring, nature, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants

PMR-D6052
Oman, Muscat: part of the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The walls are clad in off-white Bianco P and dark grey Bardiglio marble. The inner architecture shows many influences, including, here, that of Cordoba in southern Spain.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, artistic, culture

PMR-D6051
Oman, Muscat: part of the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The walls are clad in off-white Bianco P and dark grey Bardiglio marble. The inner architecture shows many influences, including, here, that of Cordoba in southern Spain.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, artistic, culture

PMR-D6048
Oman, Muscat: the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The walls are clad in off-white Bianco P and dark grey Bardiglio marble. The Italian chandelier is the world's largest. The hand-woven carpet was produced in Iran and measures 60 x 70 metres, making it the world's second largest.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, dome , cupola, artistic

PMR-D5964
Oman, Sawqirah: one of the few plants able to exist under these conditions, with tiny white flowers.
Keywords: botany, creeper, flora, desert

PMR-D5957
Great White Pelicans (Pelecanus onocrotalus) at Three Palm Tree Lagoon, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology

PMR-D5800
White-eared Bulbul (Pycnonotus leucotis) in Muscat.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, wild life, nature

PMR-D5717
White and red hybrid hibiscus flower on Amorgos island.
Keywords: colourful, fragrant, delicate, beauty, botanical

PMR-D5708
Greece, Island of Amorgos: a typical street in the hilltop village of Chora, 300 metres above the harbour, with its dazzling white houses.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful, architecture

PMR-D5672
Greece, Island of Milos: open air restaurant overlooking the harbour at Mandrakia, with the white cliffs of Sarakiniko in the distance.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful

PMR-D5662
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5661
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, are popular with bathers and sun-worshippers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, swimming, sunbathing, colourful, sun trap, paddling, cliffs

PMR-D5660
Greece, Island of Milos: picnickers enjoying the shade of a solitary tree among the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5659
Greece, Island of Milos: the spectacular White Canyon, formed of brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, with one of the caves used by the pirates who took over the island briefly, around 1580.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, lair

PMR-D5658
Greece, Island of Milos: the spectacular White Canyon, formed of brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5657
Greece, Island of Milos: the spectacular White Canyon, formed of brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5656
Greece, Island of Milos: the spectacular White Canyon, formed of brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5654
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes, as in the case of these cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5653
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Some succulunt plants manage to survive in these barren conditions.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5652
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, are popular with bathers and sun-worshippers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, swimming, sunbathing, colourful, sun trap, paddling, cliffs

PMR-D5651
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes. Some succulunt plants manage to survive in these barren conditions.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5650
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5649
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5648
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5647
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, are popular with bathers and sun-worshippers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, swimming, sunbathing, colourful

PMR-D5646
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5645
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5644
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5643
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5642
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5641
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5640
Greece, Island of Milos: the white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5639
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, are popular with bathers and sun-worshippers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo, swimming, sunbathing, colourful

PMR-D5638
Greece, Island of Milos: the brilliant white volcanic rocks at Sarakiniko. on the south coast, have weathered into bizarre shapes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5616
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5615
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5614
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5613
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5612
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5611
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5610
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5609
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5608
Greece, Island of Milos: the white, volcanic cliffs, rock formations and caves at Kleftiko, on the south-west coast, can only be reached from the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5576
Greece, Island of Santorini: an isolated blue and white Orthodox church on the cliff path between Fira and Oia.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5574
Greece, Island of Santorini: an isolated blue and white Orthodox church on the cliff path between Fira and Oia.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5513
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. The dazzling white houses crowd the hill below.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5512
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. The dazzling white houses crowd the hill below.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5511
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. The dazzling white houses crowd the hill below.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5509
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. The dazzling white houses crowd the hill below.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5506
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: a typical steep street in Chora, the town surrounding the the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, blue-white

PMR-D5504
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: entrance to a house in Chora, the town surrounding the the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, blue-white

PMR-D5503
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. A blue and white Orthodox church stands adjacent to the ruins.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5502
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. A blue and white Orthodox church stands adjacent to the ruins.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5501
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. A blue and white Orthodox church stands adjacent to the ruins.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5500
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: entrance to a house in Astypalaia town,
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, colourful, blue-white

PMR-D5495
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: blue and white Orthodox chapel in a remote bay.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, pristine

PMR-D5494
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: blue and white Orthodox chapel in a remote bay.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, pristine

PMR-D5492
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5487
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, pristine

PMR-D5486
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the interior of the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, frescoes, iconostasis

PMR-D5485
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, pristine

PMR-D5484
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, pristine

PMR-D5483
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the little blue and white chapel which overlooks the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, pristine

PMR-D5411
White Helleborine (Cephalanthera damasonium) on Mount Seeberg, Bayrischzell.
Keywords: alpine, spring, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, orchids

PMR-D5153
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of Nodir Divan-Begi madrasa (part of the Lab-i Hauz complex) with depictions of 2 phoenix birds, 2 misshapen white deer and a "man-in-the-sun" face.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D4405
Thailand, Phuket Island: the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd, is 45 metres high, made of reinforced concrete faced with white Burmese jade marble. Still unfinished in November 2016.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, statue, giant, monolith, serene, peaceful

PMR-D4403
Thailand, Phuket Island: the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd, is 45 metres high, made of reinforced concrete faced with white Burmese jade marble. Rear view, with entrance to the temple beneath the Buddha figure. Still unfinished in November 2016.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, statue, giant, monolith

PMR-D4402
Thailand, Phuket Island: face of the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd, made of reinforced concrete faced with white Burmese jade marble.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, statue, giant, monolith, serene, peaceful

PMR-D4401
Thailand, Phuket Island: the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd, is 45 metres high, made of reinforced concrete faced with white Burmese jade marble. Still unfinished in November 2016.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, statue, giant, monolith, serene, peaceful

PMR-D4062
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): Small White butterfly on Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria).
Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park

PMR-D2859
Greece, Island of Rhodes: a white cat watches passers-by from an open window.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, pets, animals, felines

PMR-D2801
Greece, Island of Rhodes: mosaic floor with representation of Bellerophon, mounted on Pegasus, about to strike Chimaira, the awesome fabulous beast (3rd century BC) from the ancient city of Rhodos (natural pebbles of white, grey and black). In the Architectural Museum.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, historic, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2800
Greece, Island of Rhodes: mosaic floor with representation of a centaur returning from hunting (3rd century BC) from the ancient city of Rhodos (natural pebbles of white, grey and black). In the Architectural Museum.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, historic, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D1120
Qatar, Doha: the streets of Al Waqif Soukh are toured by immaculatel dressed mounted patrols on white stallions.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1118
Qatar, Doha: the streets of Al Waqif Soukh are toured by mounted patrols on white stallions.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1086
Qatar, Doha: White-eared Bulbul (Pycnonotus leucotis).
Keywords: fauna, birds, ornithology

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-D1014
Thailand, Chiang Mai: Wat Phra That on Doi Suthep Hill was founded by King Phaya Kue Na, sixth king of the Lanna Kingdom, in 1383, when a white elephant, carrying a relic of the true Buddha, chose the spot, trumpeted three times, and died.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D0918
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: Yaza Mani Sula Kaunghmudaw Paya, 46 metres high, built between 1636-48 in the reign of King Thalun, and modelled on the Ruwanwelisaya Pagoda in Sri Lanka. Until recently it was always painted white like the original. Picture shows some of the 812 stone lanterns, each of which contains a candle, surrounding the pagoda.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0917
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: Yaza Mani Sula Kaunghmudaw Paya, 46 metres high, built between 1636-48 in the reign of King Thalun, and modelled on the Ruwanwelisaya Pagoda in Sri Lanka. Until recently it was always painted white like the original.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0916
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: approach to Yaza Mani Sula Kaunghmudaw Paya, 46 metres high, built between 1636-48 in the reign of King Thalun, and modelled on the Ruwanwelisaya Pagoda in Sri Lanka. Until recently it was always painted white like the original. Two chinthes guard the road.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0915
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: approach to Yaza Mani Sula Kaunghmudaw Paya, 46 metres high, built between 1636-48 in the reign of King Thalun, and modelled on the Ruwanwelisaya Pagoda in Sri Lanka. Until recently it was always painted white like the original.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-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-D0341
Germany, Upper Bavaria: The Butterfly House in Munich Botanical Gardens: chrysalises and newly-emerged butterflies, including a White Angled-sulphur (Anteos clorinde) (green chrysalises).
Keywords: Lepidoptera, insect, exotic, colourful, imago, coccoons, chrysalis, Pieridae

PMR-D0303
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Partnachklam (Gorge) in the Wetterstein Mountains.
Keywords: alpine, cleft, water falls, white water, canyon, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0302
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Partnachklam (Gorge) in the Wetterstein Mountains.
Keywords: alpine, cleft, water falls, white water, canyon, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0301
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Partnachklam (Gorge) in the Wetterstein Mountains.
Keywords: alpine, cleft, water falls, white water, canyon, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0236
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Remains of the red and white stucco-work on the wall of the free-standing Great Temple.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR359-12
France, Haute-Savoie: River Dranse near Le Jotty, with rafters shooting the rapids.
Keywords: water sport, rafting, white water, stimulating, outdoor life, open air, paddling, oars, paddles

PMR359-11
France, Haute-Savoie: River Dranse near Le Jotty, with rafters shooting the rapids.
Keywords: water sport, rafting, white water, stimulating, outdoor life, open air, paddling, oars, paddles

PMR359-10
France, Haute-Savoie: River Dranse near Le Jotty, with rafters landing their craft.
Keywords: water sport, rafting, white water, stimulating, outdoor life, open air, paddling, oars

PMR349-07
India, Agra: Fatehpur Sikri was to become the new capital of the Moghul Empire as ordained by Emperor Akbar. It was completed in 1570 but suddenly abandoned in 1586. However the Jami Masjid Mosque is in daily use; here, the white marble tomb of Shaikh Salim Chisti surrounded by marble lattice screens. It has a reputation of helping childless women.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, UNESCO, inlaid marble

PMR349-01
India, Agra, one of the twin red sandstone mosques which flank the white marble Taj Mahal.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, symmetrical

PMR348-09
India, Agra, Sikandra: tomb of Moghul Emperor Akbar, completed in 1613. Architecturally a combination of Hindu and Muslim styles, it is built with red sandstone inlaid wwith white marble. A Little Egret on the grass in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, symmetry

PMR348-05
India, Agra: 17th century gateway arch leading to the Itimad-ud-daulah. Built of red sandstone and finely inlaid with white marble.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, symmetry

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

PMR340-07
White Buttercup (Ranunculus aconitifolius) in the Bernese Oberland.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR290-05
Turkey, Fethiye: group of young Turkish schoolgirls in their typical black uniforms with white collars. In the background the snow-capped peak of Ak Dag (3024 metres) can be seen.
Keywords: landscape, mountains, children

PMR289-10
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Dazzling white chalk terraces with numerous pools.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR288-04
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Snow white terraces.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR288-03
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Frozen white waterfalls.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR288-02
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Snow white terraces.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR280-08
England, Cambridgeshire, Ely Cathedral: the former "Isle of Ely" seen from the West Tower of the cathedral. Cromwell's House is the black and white building adjacent to the church.
Keywords: architecture, Gothic, Romanesque, mediaeval, medieval, Church of England, panoraama, countryside, landscape

PMR266-06
U.S.A., Florida, Key West: typical white clapboard colonial style houses with wide verandahs, and Flame of the Forest trees (Delonix regia).
Keywords: colourful, traditional, dwellings, shady, cool, wooden, architecture, historic, picturesque

PMR265-07
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: Great White Heron (Ardea occidentalis)
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation, ornithology

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

PMR245-08
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".
A magician entertaining children on the steps of the "town hall".
Keywords: München, colourful, filming, fairy tale, make-believe, story-book, fantasy

PMR245-07
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".
Bunny rabbit with friend.
Keywords: München, colourful, filming, fairy tale, make-believe, story-book, fantasy

PMR245-06
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".
Having a plaster face mask made, in front of one of the chalets.
Keywords: München, colourful, filming, fairy tale, make-believe, story-book, fantasy

PMR245-05
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".
Teddy bears with balloons near the "toymaster's workshop".
Keywords: München, colourful, filming, fairy tale, make-believe, story-book, fantasy

PMR245-03
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".
Keywords: München, colourful, filming, fairy tale, make-believe, story-book, fantasy

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

PMR237-07
Romania, Moldavia, Secu Monastery: the white-painted church, with wellhouse in the right foreground. The monastery has a very valuable treasury, dating from 1602.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR235-09
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: traditional wooden house in green and white colour scheme.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, traditional, wooden construction

PMR231-06
Greece: village of Artemisia in th Taygetos Mountains, with white blossom trees in the foreground.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, landscape, winding road

PMR223-06
Greece, Thessaloniki: the promenade, with the historic White Tower in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR222-12
England, Worlingham, Suffolk: snow scene in a village garden.
Keywords: picturesque, winter, white, cold, freezing, frost

PMR206-07
Israel, Jerusalem: Israeli schoolgirls on the way to the Western Wall on the Sabath evening, singing patriotic songs. All dressed in blue and white.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR-D2983
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ohlstadt: Camargue White Horses (Camarguais) at the Schwaiganger Stud Farm, where there is a breeding group.
Keywords: equine, equus

PMR-D2982
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ohlstadt: Camargue White Horses (Camarguais) at the Schwaiganger Stud Farm, where there is a breeding group.
Keywords: equine, equus

PMR-D2981
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ohlstadt: Camargue White Horses (Camarguais) at the Schwaiganger Stud Farm, where there is a breeding group.
Keywords: equine, equus

PMR-D1555
Nepal, Kathmandu: Parvati, mounted on a white lion, one of a pair guarding the entrance to the King's Palace.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1385
People's Republic of China, Tibet: dating from 1268, Sakya Monastery is surrounded by high defence walls with towers at each corner. Sakya was the capital of Tibet from 1268 to 1354, thanks to an alliance with the Mongol Khans. This building is painted in the traditional Sakya colours - ash grey, with red and white vertical lines.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage

PMR-D1264
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed.
Here: the White Palace from the courtyard (Deyang Shar), the living quarters of the Dalai Lamas.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage

PMR-D1263
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace, built on the orders of the 5th Dalai Lama 1645-9, succeeding Drepong Monastery as his residence. His death in 1682 was concealed until the Red Palace was completed.
Here: the White Palace from the courtyard (Deyang Shar), the living quarters of the Dalai Lamas.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage

PMR-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-D1234
People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos.
This picture: the green stupa, one of four, including black, white and red, standing at the four points of the compass.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR188-03
Italy, Tuscany, Pisa: the Baptistry in the Piazza del Duomo, begun in 1153, completed in the early 14th century,
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, mediaeval, UNESCO, Romanesque, white marble, Toscana

PMR188-02
Italy, Tuscany, Pisa: the Baptistry in the Piazza del Duomo, begun in 1153, completed in the early 14th century, Cathedral and Leaning Tower in the background.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, mediaeval, UNESCO, Romanesque, white marble, Toscana

PMR185-12
Hungary, Budapest: Fishermen's Bastion (architect: Frigyes Schulek, 1902) with the coloured tiled roof of St. Matthew's Church (1470) in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, white marble, towers

PMR185-10
Hungary, Budapest: equestrian statue of Stephen I, first king of Hungary, with the Fishermen's Bastion behind, also in white marble.
Keywords: picturesque, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage

PMR183-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Ludwig Maximilian University, built by Friedrich von Gartner 1835-9, with one of a pair of fountains in Geschwister-Scholl-Platz.
Keywords: München, architecture, historic, Gärtner, White Rose, Sophie Scholl, Ludwigstrasse

PMR183-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: one of a pair of fountains in Geschwister-Scholl-Platz in the grounds of Ludwig Maximilian University in Ludwigstrasse.
Keywords: München, architecture, White Rose, Sophie Scholl

PMR181-09
Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Reichelsheim in the Oden Forest: "Reichelsheimer Michelsmarkt" parade (28.08.83) - the junior pipe band, in striking red, white and black costumes with white hose.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, traditional, Odenwald, local dress, dirndl, lederhosen

PMR181-01
Germany, Baden Wurttemberg, Michelstadt in the Oden Forest: black and white timber-frame house adjoining the synagog.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, traditional, Odenwald

PMR177-06
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: IVth International Horticultural Exhibition, 28th April to 9th October 1983: a striking red, white and purple colour scheme, based on pelargoniums etc.
Keywords: plants, gardens, botany, botanical, flowers, display, gardening, colourful, flowerbeds

PMR176-07
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the Giant Whirlpool, downstream from the Niagara Falls, traversed by the colourful gondola of the "Whirlpool Aerocar".
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR176-06
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: "Cave of the Winds" at the foot of the American Falls, with a rainbow in the spray.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR176-05
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the irregular lip of the American Falls, with Prospect Point Observation Tower, Rainbow Bridge, and Rainbow Carillon Tower.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR176-04
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the American Falls with Bridal Veil Falls reflected in the Niagara River and the "Maid of the Mist" close to the cascade.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR176-03
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: Horseshoe Falls and Goat Island, with view upstream the Niagara River, from the top of the Canadian Skylon Tower (520 feet high).
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR176-02
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the American Falls from the top of the Canadian Skylon Tower (520 feet high), showing Goat Island and the smaller Luna and Green Islands, as well as the town of Niagara Falls.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR176-01
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: bird's-eye view of the Horseshoe Falls from the top of the Canadian Skylon Tower (520 feet high).
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR175-12
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: "Maid of the Mist" close under the Horseshoe Falls and surrounded by rainbows. The American Falls are visible in the background.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR175-11
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: view of the lip of the Horseshoe Falls where 136 million litres of water plunge 44 metres every minute, with part of the upstream Niagara River.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR175-10
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: view over the Horseshoe Falls of the American Falls, the American observation tower and the Rainbow Bridge linking Canada and the U.S.A.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR175-08
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the top of the Horseshoe Falls, seen from a copse of trees on the bank.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR175-07
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: view of the lip of the Horseshoe Falls where 136 million litres of water plunge 44 metres every minute, with part of the upstream Niagara River.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR175-06
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the American Falls, seen from directly opposite, with the separate Bridal Veil Falls on the right.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR175-05
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the American Falls, American observation tower, and "Maid of the Mist", from the Canadian side.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR175-04
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: view from the top of the American observation tower, with viewing terrace in the foreground.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR175-03
U.S.A., New York State, Niagara Falls: the American Falls, with Goat Island, and Horseshoe Falls in the distance.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, waterfalls, spume, white water, foam, cataract, cascade, force, deluge

PMR174-12
U.S.A., New York: the "Great White Way" - Times Square and Broadway at night, with the Topless Bar.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, illumination, lights, neon, bright

PMR174-11
U.S.A., New York: the "Great White Way" - Times Square and Broadway at night, with Howard Johnsons Restaurant on the left.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, illumination, lights, neon, bright

PMR174-10
U.S.A., New York: the "Great White Way" - Times Square and Broadway at night.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, heritage, picturesque, historical, culture, coastal city, illumination, lights, neon, bright

PMR174-08
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

PMR153-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Oktoberfest Costume Procession: men and women in the black and white costumes of Swabia.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR147-10
Romania, Dunavatu de Jos: Orthodox church, typical of the region, with White Storks (Ciconia ciconia) and nest on telegraph pole in the foreground.
Keywords: birds , aves, Ciconiiformes, Chordata, waders, breeding, paired, architecture

PMR147-09
Romania, Dunavatu de Jos: White Storks (Ciconia ciconia) with nest on telegraph post.
Keywords: birds , aves, Ciconiiformes, Chordata, waders, breeding, paired

PMR-D2748
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Partnach-Klamm (Gorge)
Keywords: white water, canyon, spray, wet, cliffs, gloom

PMR-D2747
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Partnach-Klamm (Gorge)
Keywords: white water, canyon, spray, wet, cliffs, gloom

PMR-D2639
Iran, Qareh Kalisa (Black Church): also known as Kalisa-ye Tadi (Church of St. Thaddaeus) who supposedly founded a church here in 43 AD. The present mediaeval Armenian church was founded in 1319-29 but was much enlarged in 1810 when the rich carvings were added. The original 14th century black and white striped part of the church.
Keywords: Persia, religion, Christian, Orthodox, architecture, stonework

PMR-D2581
Iran, Teheran: the Azadi Tower (Liberty Tower) was designed by architect Hossein Amanat, a Baha'i, who was driven from the country on the fall of the Shah. It is built of white marble from the Isfahan region, and was inaugurated on 16th October 1971.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, monument, landmark

PMR-D2559
Iran, Teheran: Shah Reza Pahlevi's Summer Residence (Sa'd Abad Museum) in the cooler northern city outskirts. The White Palace was built between 1931 and 1937 and has 54 rooms, mostly devoted to the Shah's reign (1942-79). Facade and main entrance.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city

PMR-D2558
Iran, Teheran: Shah Reza Pahlevi's Summer Residence (Sa'd Abad Museum) in the cooler northern city outskirts. The White Palace was built between 1931 and 1937 and has 54 rooms, mostly devoted to the Shah's reign (1942-79).
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city

PMR-D2492
Iran, Isfahan: Kakh-e Chehel Sotun (Chehel Sotun Palace = 40 Pillars Palace) was built in 1647 under Shah Abbas II in the Safavid era but rebuilt after a fire in1706. It follows the Achaemenid "talar" (porch with columns) style. Fresco in the Throne Hall: Nader Shah battles Sultan Mohammed (astride a white elephant), from the Qajar period.
Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, faience, tiling, minaret, arabesque, frescoes, reflections, pool

PMR097K-31
Brazil, Iguassu Falls, a system of 275 waterfalls stretching for 2.7 kilometres between Brazil and Argentina. The lower River Iguassu with the whole array of waterfalls on the Argentinian side.
Keywords: tropical monsoon area, Iguazu Falls, Iguacu Falls, white water, foam, water power

PMR-D2108
Oman, Muscat: part of the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The walls are clad in off-white Bianco P and dark grey Bardiglio marble.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR145K-20
Myanmar, Mandalay: some of the 729 gleaming white stupas at Kuthodaw Paya, with smaller golden stupas in the foreground.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR145K-19
Myanmar, Mandalay: serried rows of gleaming white stupas at Kuthodaw Paya, with Mandalay Hill in the background.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-36
Myanmar, Yangon: a group of white and gold highly decorated prangs on the platform of Shwedagon Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR688-07
Myanmar, Mandalay: two enormous white "Chinthes" guard the entrance to the stairway to the shrine on Mandalay Hill, 230 metres (and 800+ steps) high.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR480-11
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: Heritage Park Historical Village - log cabin of the Royal North West Mounted Police next to a wooden house with a green and white ornate veranda, tyoical of the early 20th century.
Keywords: metropolis, nostalgia, history , modern city, oil town

PMR469-11
Romania. Transylvania, Sighisoara: a modern Orthodox church with belltower in a striking black and white colour scheme.
Keywords: Saxon Land, Schaessburg, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, architecture

PMR465-07
Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre.

White marble memorial cross, with St. Nicholas' Princely Church in the background.
Keywords: architecture, Orthodox, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR491-11
Island of Santorini, Oia: vivid red and white Bougainvillea provides a riot of colour on the front wall of a traditional house.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, colourful, picturesque, old quarter, photogenic

PMR491-10
Island of Santorini, Oia: pink-washed church with blue dome and blue/white flagpoles against a vivid blue sky.
Keywords: photogenic, Orthodox, colourful, picturesque, old quarter

PMR490-06
Island of Santorini: the setting sun turns the buildings of Fira from white to gold.
Keywords: photogenic, hilltop, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses

PMR490-05
Island of Santorini: a white tomcat, stretched out in the sun, inspects passers-by from the top of a wall.
Keywords: photogenic, felines, pets, animals

PMR444-11
Poland, Gdansk: a display by young Polish drum majorettes, all dressed in red uniforms and white boots.
Keywords: Danzig, colourful, spectacle, procession, pretty girls

PMR444-10
Poland, Gdansk: a display by young Polish drum majorettes, all dressed in red uniforms and white boots.
Keywords: Danzig, colourful, spectacle, procession, pretty girls

PMR444-09
Poland, Gdansk: a display by young Polish drum majorettes, all dressed in red uniforms and white boots.
Keywords: Danzig, colourful, spectacle, procession, pretty girls

PMR444-08
Poland, Gdansk: a display by young Polish drum majorettes, all dressed in red uniforms and white boots.
Keywords: Danzig, colourful, spectacle, procession, pretty girls

PMR441-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Füssen: the River Lech rushes through a deep gorge after negotiating the Lech Falls.
Keywords: alpine, rapids, white water, waterfall, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR435-07
Lithuania, Kaunas: Town Hall, in Town Hall Square, known locally as "White Swan", was built in 1542 but has been much altered. Since the soviet times it also serves as a registry office, or "Wedding Palace".
Keywords: pedestrian zone, architecture, old quarter, photogenic

PMR522-10
Italy, Apulia, Ostuni: "the white city", crowned by its Gothic cathedral built at the end of the 15th century.
Keywords: landscape, architecture, agriculture, olive trees

PMR133K-24
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: White Alpine Anemone (Anemone pulsatilla) and Globe Flowers (Trollius europaeus) near the Alpine Garden of Schynige Platte (2068 metres).
Keywords: Alps, alpine meadows, colourful, picturesque, outdoor, snow-capped, alpine flowers, alpine, mountains

PMR128K-02
USA, Maine: white water stream flowing through autumn landscape not far from Moose River, western Maine.
Keywords: trees, New England, fallen leaves, season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, long shadows, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine

PMR127K-35
USA, Maine: white clapboard house with verandah and autumn foliage in rural west central Maine.
Keywords: trees, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, long shadows, season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, fallen leaves, New England

PMR127K-31
USA, Maine: white clapboard village church and autumn foliage in rural west central Maine.
Keywords: trees, New England, fallen leaves, season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, long shadows, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine

PMR127K-30
USA, Maine: white clapboard village church and autumn foliage in rural west central Maine.
Keywords: trees, New England, fallen leaves, season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, long shadows, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine

PMR123K-29
Austria, Tyrol, Scharnitz: white-water stream in the Karwendelbach Gorge in the Karwendel Mountains.
Keywords: alpine, cliffs, rocky, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR119K-32
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: red and white hybrid Lily-Tulips "Ballade" contrast with blue bedding plants in Munich's Botanical Gardens.
Keywords: metropolis, flower colour, mediaeval, capital of Bavaria, München, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage, spring flowers

PMR105K-06
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.

"Tres Cruces" (Three Crosses) and the white stone figure of Christ overlooking the city.
Keywords: High Andes, statue, architecture, colonial architecture, Historical Capital of Peru, The Imperial City, La Ciudad Imperial, Qosqo, Cuzco

PMR101K-28
Argentina, Jujuy: an inquisitive, young, black and white llama on the altiplano.
Keywords: wildlife, flora and fauna, camelids

PMR101K-24
Argentina, Jujuy: dazzling white, lying at about 3400 metres a.s.l., the Salinas Grandes (salt lakes) reflect the clouds. In the background are piles of salt crystals, awaiting bagging and transportation.
Keywords: picturesque, potassium, sodium, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, salt lakes, saline, salt flats

PMR101K-23
Argentina, Jujuy: dazzling white, lying at about 3400 metres a.s.l., the Salinas Grandes (salt lakes) are traversed by Ruta Nacional No. 52. Here a group of people appears to be walking on a sheet of ice.
Keywords: picturesque, potassium, sodium, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, salt lakes, saline, salt flats

PMR101K-22
Argentina, Jujuy: dazzling white, lying at about 3400 metres a.s.l., the Salinas Grandes (salt lakes) reflect the clouds.
Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, salt lakes, saline, salt flats, sodium , potassium

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

PMR084K-04
Cyprus, Mandria: Winged Sea Lavender (Limonium sinuatum) with male Large White butterfly (Pieris brassicae).
Keywords: flowers, botany, plants, blooming, botanical, wild flowers

PMR083K-06
Mixed red and white flamingoes at Hellabrunn Zoological Gardens.
Keywords: München, wildfowl, water birds, ornithology, bird-watching, zoo

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

PMR078K-22
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Oktoberfest Ceremonial Procession 2007: standard bearer with blue and white striped hose, celebrating the 600-year jubilee of the Patenverein.
Keywords: Münchener Oktoberfest, Münchner Oktoberfest, beer festival, traditional costumes, colourful, Munich beer, breweries, folk costumes, national and regional dress, celebration

PMR057K-21
Austria, Tyrol, Seefeld: Snow on the branches of trees provides a study in black and white near Lake Mösern, overlooking the Inn Valley.
Keywords: Alps, winter, Tyrolean Alps, Christmas scene

PMR046K-19
Costa Rica, San Jose: The green and white facade of the Variety Theatre.

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

PMR024K-24
Singapore: Rare white tigers (not albinos), bred in Singapore Zoo.
Keywords: cat family, wild animals, mutations, large cats

PMR024K-15
Singapore: Courtyard with "rajagopuram" and sacred white cows on perimeter wall of the Sri Mariamman Hindu Temple in South Bridge Road.
Keywords: gopuram, religion, Krishna

PMR019K-33
Hungary, Hortobagy National Park and Wildlife Reserve: herd of longhorn Hungarian grey cattle, last of the species, on the puszta, with calf in the foreground.
Keywords: white cows, cowman

PMR019K-32
Hungary, Hortobagy National Park and Wildlife Reserve: herd of Hungarian grey cattle, last of the species, on the puszta with cowboy ("cskiko").
Keywords: white cows, cowman

PMR019K-31
Hungary, Hortobagy National Park and Wildlife Reserve: herd of Hungarian grey cattle, last of the species, on the puszta with cowboy ("cskiko") and his dog.
Keywords: white cows, cowman

PMR018K-20
Slovakia: Walking in the White Carpathian Mountains, with walkers' signpost in the foreground.
Keywords: picnic, open air, walking, hiking, fitness

PMR018K-19
Walking in the White Carpathian Mountains.
Keywords: picnic, open air, walking, hiking, fitness

PMR018K-18
Slovakia: Walking in the White Carpathian Mountains.
Keywords: picnic, open air, walking, hiking, fitness

PMR014K-34
Italy, Apulia, Ostunia: Approaching Ostunia, the "white city" on a hill.

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

PMR014K-26
Italy: Milan Cathedral, begun in1386 and finished only in 1809, is adorned with 135 pinnacles and white marble statues. A golden figure of the Madonna surmounts the highest pinnacle.
Keywords: Gothic, architecture, Christianity, holy places, heritage, inspiration, churches

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

PMR012K-29
Cyprus (North), Kyrenia: Naples (White) Garlic (Allium neapolitanum) in the Kyrenia Mountains.
Keywords: flowers, flowering plants, botany, flora

PMR002K-16
England, Kent, Dover: White cliffs of Dover and harbour receding in the distance; from a cross channel ferryboat.

PMR002K-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: Winter scene at Ismaning reservoir, a water bird reserve designated "Important Bird Area", and "Internationally Significant Wetland" under the RAMSAR Convention. Canal bank with snow covered dam and plants white with hoar frost.

PMR039K-31
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Walk-through aviary in Hellabrun Zoo: White-faced Whistling Duck (Dendrocygna viduata) from Chile.
Keywords: ornithology, waterfowl, exotic birds, birds

PMR038K-11
Namibia, Twyfelfontein: Site of the prehistoric rock engravings. The white stains are signs of numerous Rock Dassies.
Keywords: geology, wildlife

PMR031K-22
Cyprus, Larnaca: Anemone coronaria, white variety.
Keywords: botany, spring flowers, Cyprus flora

PMR030K-01
Australia, New South Wales, Sydney: Sacred (White) Ibis (Threskiornis aethiopica) in the Royal Botanic Gardens.
Keywords: ornithology, wild life, birds

PMR076K-16
Germany, Franconia, Nuremberg: the 13th century Weisser Turm (White Tower) , originally part of the town's defences, now houses a metro station.
Keywords: mediaeval, historic, heritage

PMR075K-29
Spain, Lanzarote: cafe tables on the street outside a traditional white-painted building at Teguise.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure

PMR074K-11
Spain, Lanzarote; "Monumento al Campesino" ("Monument to the Farmers"), planned and designed by César Manrique. Here: the doorway leading to the dazzling white courtyard.
Keywords: Canary Islands, sunshine, holidays, leisure, volcanic

PMR073K-19
Spain, Lanzarote: traditional white-painted buildings with wooden balcony in Teguise, the old capital of the island.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR073K-07
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 dazzling white swimming pool contrasts with the black larva.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcanic, leisure, holidays, sunshine

PMR072K-08
England, Herefordshire, Malvern: a large parasitic mistletoe plant (Viscum album) with abundant white berries, strangling a hawthorn (?) tree.
Keywords: botany, gardening, Christmas, parasites

PMR071K-19
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oktoberfest Procession, Munich: mixed brass band in black and white uniforms.
Keywords: tradition, Munich, München, national dress, beer festival, lederhosen, dirndl, traditional costume, regional costume, local costume, national costume

PMR071K-17
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oktoberfest Procession, Munich: band in red and white costumes, playing bugles and drumming.
Keywords: tradition, uniform, Munich, München, national dress, beer festival, lederhosen, dirndl, traditional costume, regional costume, local costume, national costume

PMR066K-15
Cyprus, Paphos: Anemone coronaria, pink and white varieties.
Keywords: Cyprus flora, wild flowers, botany, spring flowers, flora and fauna

PMR060K-31
Romania, Northern Dobruja, Danube Delta Nature Reserve: White Pelicans (Pelecanus onocrotalus) with Pygmy Cormorants (Phalacrocorax pygmaeus).
Keywords: waterbird reserve, DDBRA, bird sanctuary, ecosystem, World Heritage List, wildlife, reed beds, Delta Dunarii, wetlands

PMR060K-30
Romania, Northern Dobruja, Danube Delta Nature Reserve: White Pelicans (Pelecanus onocrotalus) with Pygmy Cormorants (Phalacrocorax pygmaeus).
Keywords: waterbird reserve, DDBRA, bird sanctuary, ecosystem, World Heritage List, wildlife, reed beds, Delta Dunarii, wetlands

PMR060K-29
Romania, Northern Dobruja, Danube Delta Nature Reserve: White Pelicans (Pelecanus onocrotalus) with Pygmy Cormorants (Phalacrocorax pygmaeus)
Keywords: waterbird reserve, wetlands, Delta Dunarii, reed beds, wildlife, World Heritage List, ecosystem, bird sanctuary, DDBRA

PMR060K-28
Romania, Northern Dobruja, Danube Delta Nature Reserve: White Pelicans (Pelecanus onocrotalus) with Pygmy Cormorants (Phalacrocorax pygmaeus)
Keywords: waterbird reserve, wetlands, Delta Dunarii, reed beds, wildlife, World Heritage List, ecosystem, bird sanctuary, DDBRA

PMR060K-27
Romania, Northern Dobruja, Danube Delta Nature Reserve: White Pelicans (Pelecanus onocrotalus) with Pygmy Cormorants (Phalacrocorax pygmaeus)
Keywords: waterbird reserve, DDBRA, bird sanctuary, ecosystem, World Heritage List, wildlife, reed beds, Delta Dunarii, wetlands

PMR060K-16
Romania, Northern Dobruja, Danube Delta Nature Reserve: Glossy Ibis (Plegadis falcinellus) and Great White Heron (Egretta alba).
Keywords: waterbird reserve, DDBRA, bird sanctuary, ecosystem, World Heritage List, wildlife, reed beds, Delta Dunarii, wetlands

PMR401-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria: White False Hellebore (Veratrum album) growing on the Zugspitze mountain.
Keywords: alpine, flora and fauna, botanical, alpine flowers, wild flowers, botany

PMR397-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich, Hellabrunn Zoo: White Stork (Ciconia ciconia).
Keywords: flora and fauna, München, birds, ornithology

PMR397-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich, Hellabrunn Zoo: White Stork (Ciconia ciconia).
Keywords: flora and fauna, München, birds, ornithology

PMR392-11
New Zealand, North Island,Taupo: the Waikato River races over the Huka Falls on its way to Lake Taupo.
Keywords: antipodes, white water, Maori, landscape, picturesque

PMR392-01
New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: "Champagne Pool": with red algae and build-up of white sinter round the edges of the pool.
Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori, geyser, fumerole, volcanic, volcano, eruption, hot springs

PMR391-05
New Zealand, North Island, Rotorua, Waiotapu Thermal Area: Lady Knox Geyser erupts daily at 10.15 (provided the staff arrive punctually to drop soap into the vent!). A cone of white sinter has built up around the vent.
Keywords: antipodes, picturesque, landscape, Maori, geyser, fumerole, volcanic, volcano, eruption, hot springs

PMR381-02
Australia, Northern Territory: Katherine Gorge National Park (Aboriginal: "Nitmiluk") - late afternoon reflections, with a White-faced Heron (Ardea novaehollandiae) just discernible at the water's edge.
Keywords: outback, wilderness, bush, nature, natural, geology, vegetation, savannah, ecology, biotope, tropical

PMR368-06
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a mandarin-figure next to a small white and gold shrine and gilded gable.
Keywords: Buddhist, far east, orient, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR557-5
Australia, Western Australia, Carnarvon, Point Quobba: incoming waves compress air through vents in the volcanic rock and water is erupted up to 20 metres in the air.
Keywords: tropical, blow-holes, spray, sea coast, white water

PMR557-4
Australia, Western Australia, Carnarvon. Point Quobba: incoming waves compress air through vents in the volcanic rock and water is erupted up to 20 metres in the air.
Keywords: tropical, blow-holes, spray, sea coast, white water

PMR557-3
Australia, Western Australia, Carnarvon, Point Quobba: incoming waves compress air through vents in the volcanic rock and water is erupted up to 20 metres in the air.
Keywords: tropical, blow-holes, spray, sea coast, white water

PMR557-2
Australia, Western Australia, Carnarvon, Point Quobba: incoming waves compress air through vents in the volcanic rock and water is erupted up to 20 metres in the air.
Keywords: tropical, white water, sea coast, spray, blow-holes

PMR675-12
Mongolia, Dundgov, Ölziit (Gobi Desert): Tsagaan Suvraga, an area of 30-metre-high white limestone formations which resembles a moon landscape. It was originally beneath the sea.
Keywords: Mongol, Outer Mongolia, steppe, Genghis Khan, Chinggis Khaan, religious monuments, sharmanism

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

PMR630-03
Tunisia, Kairouan: beautiful filligree work on the frontage of a modern shop, with typical blue and white closed-in balcony.
Keywords: Muslim, Mohamed, historic, heritage, Islam, architecture, Maghreb

PMR629-08
Germany, Hessen, Lorsch: the Carolingian "Torhalle" or "King's Hall" (ca. 800 AD) is the only complete building which remains of the great abbey, founded in 774. The facade is decorated with sandstone marquetry in red and white, and the column capitals are probably Roman (UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site)
Keywords: architecture, 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

PMR354-04
Belgium, Bruges: Kruispoort, the most easterly gate to the city, built in 1402 with white sand-lime bricks (inner facade).
Keywords: Brügge, tradition, architecture, heritage, mediaeval, historic

PMR626-12
Spain, Lanzarote: Monumento al Campesino: designed by Cesar Manrique, the dazzling white and green patio leads to a museum of traditional crafts and a huge, circular restaurant in an extinct volcano crater.
Keywords: artistic design, Canary Islands, heritage, traditional architecture, monument to the peasant

PMR626-06
Spain, Lanzarote: Jameos del Agua: a creation of Cesar Manrique in a collapsed volcanic larva "tube": the dazzling white swimming pool with palm trees and well-tended gardens.
Keywords: Canary Islands, crater, artistic, artistic creation

PMR607-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Fields and trees white with hoar frost near Bad Heilbronn.
Keywords: frost, hoar frost, frosted meadow, frosted trees, winter

PMR607-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Houses on the road to Bad Heilbronn surrounded by trees, white with hoar frost.
Keywords: frost, hoar frost, frosted meadow, frosted trees, winter

PMR607-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Fields and trees white with hoar frost near Bad Heilbronn.
Keywords: frost, hoar frost, frosted meadow, frosted trees, winter

PMR598-05
Cyprus, Nicosia/Lefkosa: Liberty Monument, unveiled in 1973 on the Podocataro Bastion, comprising figures of 14 Greek Cypriots being released from a white marble jail by two soldiers.

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.

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.

PMR581-08
Russia, Moscow: The White House, seat of government of the Russian Federation, on the Moscow River.

PMR666-10
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: a corner of the courtyard, paved with white marble and inlaid with floral patterns.
Keywords: Arab state, traditional architecture, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab

PMR661-03
USA, Oregon: Heceta Head Lighthouse has a light 205 feet above sea level, to the right - Heceta House, formerly the lighthousekeepers' accommodation.
Keywords: cliffs, white water, surf, rugged coast, coastline, deserted shore, breakers, beach

PMR653-02
Argentina, Jujuy: dazzling white, lying at about 3400 metres a.s.l., the Salinas Grandes (salt lakes) are traversed by Ruta Nacional No. 52. Here a group of people appears to be walking on a sheet of ice.
Keywords: picturesque, salt flats, saline, salt lakes, altiplano, Andes, geological formations, sodium, potassium

PMR653-01
Argentina, Jujuy: dazzling white, lying at about 3400 metres a.s.l., the Salinas Grandes (salt lakes) reflect the clouds. They are traversed by Ruta Nacional No. 52 not far from Susques.
Keywords: picturesque, potassium, sodium, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, salt lakes, saline, salt flats

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