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PMR-D12535 Germany, Bavaria, Jesenwang: D-MYVP Pipistrel Virus S-Wing 100 (c-n 740SWN100) at the UL Fly-in on 1st May 2024. Keywords: aeroplane, air transport, aircraft, airplane, aviation, lightplane, ultralight
PMR-D12464 Germany, Bavaria, Jesenwang: D-MJWG Pipistrel Virus S-Wing (c-n 365VSW100) at the UL Fly-in on 1st May 2024. Keywords: aeroplane, air transport, aircraft, airplane, aviation, lightplane, ultralight
PMR-D12463 Germany, Bavaria, Jesenwang: D-MJWG Pipistrel Virus S-Wing (c-n 365VSW100) at the UL Fly-in on 1st May 2024. Keywords: aeroplane, air transport, aircraft, airplane, aviation, lightplane, ultralight
PMR-D13113 France, Paris, Le Bourget: 163912 Bell XV-22 Osprey tilt-wing aircraft (c/n D0002) at the 41st Salon International de l'Aeronautique et de l'Espace 1995. Keywords: aeroplane, air transport, aircraft, airplane, aviation, research, rotorcraft
PMR-D13112 France, Paris, Le Bourget: N702NA Bell Model 301 (XV-15) tilt-wing aircraft (c/n 0001) at the 41st Salon International de l'Aeronautique et de l'Espace 1995. Keywords: aeroplane, air transport, aircraft, airplane, aviation, research, rotorcraft
PMR-D13109 France, Paris, Le Bourget: 163912 Bell XV-22 Osprey tilt-wing aircraft (c/n D0002) at the 41st Salon International de l'Aeronautique et de l'Espace 1995. Keywords: aeroplane, air transport, aircraft, airplane, aviation, research, rotorcraft
PMR-D13096 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Friedrichshafen: Horten-Schäfer Flying Wing at AERO 95 Ausstellung. Keywords: aeroplane, air transport, aircraft, airplane, aviation
PMR-D11567 Germany, Bavaria, Munich: HA-LKG Boeing 737-8CX (c/n 32362) of Smart Wings at Munich's Franz Josef Strauss airport. Keywords: aeroplane, air transport, aircraft, airliner, airplane, aviation
PMR-D9835 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tannheim: I-C733 Pipistrel Virus S-Wing (c/n 844SW/100). Keywords: aircraft, air transport, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, lightplane, ultralight
PMR-D9819 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tannheim: I-C733 Pipistrel Virus S-Wing (c/n 844SW/100). Keywords: aircraft, air transport, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, lightplane, ultralight
PMR-D10007 France, Paris, Le Bourget: JY-AFL Rockwell Sabre 75A (c/n 380-56) of Arab Wings at the 33rd Salon International Aéronautique et de l'Espace 1979, Le Bourget. Keywords: aircraft, executive jet, bizjet, aeroplane, airplane, aviation, air transport
PMR-D9703 Germany, Bavaria, Memmingen: D-EBRH Cessna P.210N Centurion (c/n 00396) of Allgäu Wings at Allgäu airport. Keywords: aircraft, air transport, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, lightplane
PMR-D8508 Germany, Bavaria, Augsburg: D-CPWF Dornier Do.328-110 (c/n 3112) of Private Wings at Augsburg airport. Keywords: aircraft, aeroplane, airplane, aviation, air transport
PMR013K-36 Germany, Berlin: Internationale Luftfahrt Ausstellung (International Air Show), Schönefeld Airport, Berlin, June 2000: F-GSTC Airbus A.300B4-608ST Beluga (Guppy) (c/n 765) specially built for transporting Airbus wings and fuselages between factories. Keywords: aeroplane, aviation, airplane, airliner, aircraft
PMR005K-21 Germany, Berlin: Internationale Luftfahrt Ausstellung (International Air Show), Schönefeld Airport, Berlin, June 1998: F-GSTC Airbus A.300B4-608ST Beluga (Guppy) (c/n 765) specially built to transport wings and fuselages of Airbus aircraft between factories. Keywords: aeroplane, aircraft, airliner, airplane, aviation
PMR001K-13 Germany, Berlin: ILA International Air Show, Berlin Schönefeld, 1996: SE-BOG Boeing B.75N1 Stearman (c/n 75-7128) trainer biplane, eqipped for wing walking stunts. Keywords: aeroplane, airplane, aircraft
PMR213-12 France, Paris, Le Bourget: 36e Salon Internationale de l'Aeronautique et de l'Espace: Aero Spacelines Super Guppy 337 of Airbus Industrie (c/n 002) for transporting wings etc. of Airbus aircraft around Europe. Keywords: aircraft, historic, air transport, airliner, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, air show, exhibition
PMR-D3175 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim - Fly-in (Flugtag) 4-5th July 2015. D.8273 (c/n 213) Fauvel AV-36CR Flying Wing of the Deutsches Museum collection. Keywords: aircraft, veteran, vintage, historic, air transport, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, air show, fly-in, Flugtag, Oberschleissheim, glider

Travel (76 files)

PMR122-08 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The south wing of the monastery, with part of the village below, from the top of the Mathematical Tower; the Alps visible in the distance. Keywords: countryside, architecture, Baroque, heritage, Kremsmünster, landscape, historic
PMR116-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mainau Island in Lake Constance: wing of the mansion home of Count and Countess Bernadotte, with the island's little Baroque chapel of St. Marien (1739). Beds of colourful tulips in the foreground. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, flowerbeds, display, striking, brilliant, bright-hued, vivid, bright, plants, flowers, parkland, gardens, botanical, architecture, noble, church
PMR-D12261 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the former stable block in the north wing of Nymphenburg Palace, now the home of the museum "Mensch und Natur" ("Mankind and Nature"). Keywords: architecture, baroque, magnificence, München, pomp, Schloss Nymphenburg, splendour, Wittelsbach Family
PMR-D11463 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): stone tablet mounted in the wall of the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) dated 1728 and surmounted by the winged lion of Venice. Keywords: bastion, historic, Ionian Islands, latin inscription, stone carving
PMR-D11461 Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): stone gateway to the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) dating from the 16th century, surmounted by the winged lion of Venice. Keywords: bastion, doorway, entrance, Ionian Islands, stone-carving, Venetian
PMR-D9129 England, Derbyshire, Ticknall: Calke Abbey (National Trust), built for Sr John Harpur, 4th baronet, between 1701 and 1704 in Baroque style. View from the south-west, showing the two wings. Keywords: mansion, historic, heritage, architecture, gracious living, country house, parkland, Harpur Crewe family, estate
PMR-D8567 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: south wing of the New Palace built 1701-27 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria to plans of architects Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner, after a heavy fall of snow. Keywords: architecture, winter, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park
PMR-D8288 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: courtyard and west pavilion and wing of Friedenstein Palace (Schloss) built in 1656 in Baroque style by Ernest I, Duke of Saxe-Gotha. It is now home to several museums. Keywords: architecture, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque
PMR-D8287 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: west pavilion and wing of Friedenstein Palace (Schloss) built in 1656 in Baroque style by Ernest I, Duke of Saxe-Gotha. It is now home to several museums. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval
PMR-D8153 Norway, Hordaland, Voss: Vangskyrkja, the ancient stone church dating back to1277, was virtually the only building in Voss to survive the enemy bombing of 1940. The altar is surmounted by a Coptic triptych (wings missing) with a painting by Elias Figenschoug in the style of Rubens. The carved angel suspended from the roof carries the baptismal basin whic lowered for christenings. Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, timber, font, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque
PMR-D7977 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: Killian's Tower with the west wing. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D7972 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: a corner tower of the Princes' Wing. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage
PMR-D7970 Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: a corner tower of the Princes' Wing. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse
PMR-D7741 Flowers of Green-winged Orchid or Green-veined Orchid (Anacamptis moro or Orchis moro) on Aidlinger Höhe near Murnau. Keywords: spring, plants, phytography, fragrant, botany, wild flowers, nature
PMR-D6752 Northern Ireland, County Fermanagh: Florence Court (National Trust), a Palladian mansion dating from the mid-18th century and the home of the Cole family, the Earls of Enniskillen until 1973. View of the facade and wings from the main lawn. Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, stately home, estate, gardens, manor house
PMR-D6650 Northern Ireland, Belfast: one of the wings of Crumlin Road Gaol, opened in 1846, where many terrorists ended up. It closed its doors finally in 1996. Keywords: prison, gaol, jail, behind bars, detention, sentencing, incarceration, capital city
PMR-D6557 Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: the Triton Lake with its silver winged horses, which form part of the family coat of arms. Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape
PMR-D6487 England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The Tudor-style west wing from the courtyard. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval
PMR-D6432 Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: north-east wing of the courtyard of the Castle of the Knights of the Teutonic Order, currently occupied by the Finanzamt (Tax Department). Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order
PMR-D5938 Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp: ultra light flying wing giving pleasure flights over the sand dunes. Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, aerial, desert
PMR-D0790 Thailand, Bangkok: the Democracy Monument (stylised angels' wings) erected in 1932. Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious
PMR-D0228 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Baroque wing of the monastery from across a snowy courtyard. Keywords: picturesque, snow, cold, winter, Catholic, religious, Benedictine, architecture
PMR315-06 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: Residenzplatz, with facade of the south wing of the Prince-Bishops' Palace, and base of the Virgin's Column with its fountains. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage
PMR314-12 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: Residenzplatz, with facade of the south wing of the Prince-Bishops' Palace, fountains with cherubs, and the Virgin's Column. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage
PMR296-09 Austria, Tyrol: para-wing, shortly after being launched from the summit of Mount Unnütz (2077 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, Alps, mountain range, sport flying, ultra-light, aircraft, gliding
PMR296-08 Austria, Tyrol: young woman on a para-wing, seconds after being launched from the summit of Mount Unnütz (2077 metres). Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, Alps, mountain range, sport flying, ultra-light, aircraft, gliding
PMR279-04 England, Norfolk: south facade of Blickling Hall, a National Trust property, built in 1628, seen from the end of the main drive, by the entrance gate, showing the east and west wings. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage
PMR261-01 Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Electoral Palace, the Baroque south wing dating from 1756-61, by Johannes Seiz. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Rheinland-Pfalz
PMR252-10 Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: Pegasus Fountain in the Mirabell Gardens which were laid out by Fischer von Erlach. Keywords: picturesque, Mozart, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture, hills, monument, sculpture, flying horse, winged horse
PMR236-11 Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. A 2-storey wing containing the monks' cells. Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque
PMR223-11 Greece, Delphi Museum: winged sphinx from the Naxier column, dating from the first half of the sixth century BC. Keywords: historic, sculptures, statues, figures, antiquity, culture, art, masterpiece, Greek, plastics
PMR217-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: hang glider about to launch from the Wallberg (1723 metres) with Lake Tegernsee in the background. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, air sport, gliding, ultra light, flying wing
PMR-D3509 Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: fountain, surmounted by a golden eagle with outstretched wings (the heraldic symbol of Goslar) in the centre of the Marktplatz. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR-D3424 Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. East wing of the Romanesque cloisters Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving
PMR185-08 Hungary, Budapest: Vajdahunyad Castle, copied from the original in Hunedoara (now in Romania) for the millenary celebrations. Also incorporated are a Romanesque Chapel, Gothic Fortifications, and a Renaissance Wing etc. Altogether 21 historic Hungarian buildings are in part reproduced.. View from the south-west. Keywords: traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, picturesque, reflections
PMR185-07 Hungary, Budapest: Vajdahunyad Castle, copied from the original in Hunedoara (now in Romania) for the millenary celebrations. Also incorporated are a Romanesque Chapel, Gothic Fortifications, and a Renaissance Wing etc. Altogether 21 historic Hungarian buildings are in part reproduced.. View from the south-east. Keywords: traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, picturesque, reflections
PMR-D2444 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak. The southern wing of the eastern stairway facade of the Apadana depicting 23 gift-bearing delegations (top left: Assagartians/Medes). Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2441 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak. Tomb of Artaxerxes III, shown saluting the "Royal Fire" with the winged "Royal Glory" & carried by 30 subjects, one from each country. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2429 Iran, Persepolis: Founded by Darius I in 520 BC, subsequent Achaemenid rulers added many new buildings until it was burnt to the ground by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. It extended over 125 sq. km. at its peak. Files of the "Immortal Guard" on the north wing of the eastern stairway to the Apadana. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, religion, architecture, bas-reliefs, historic, heritage, ruins, UNESCO, archeology
PMR-D2214 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: admministrative wing of the 14-15th century Heilig Geist Spital, now an old people's home, with reflections in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR-D2217 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: admministrative wing of the 14-15th century Heilig Geist Spital, now an old people's home, with reflections in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR-D2216 Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: admministrative wing of the 14-15th century Heilig Geist Spital, now an old people's home, with reflections in the River Pegnitz. Keywords: Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval
PMR484-12 Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: the oldest part of the Rathaus (Town Hall) is the north wing, to which was added a new Renaissance facade of carved sandstone in 1570. Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque
PMR537-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria: para-wing enthusiasts preparing their gear on a meadow not far from the summit station of the Blomberg cablecar. Keywords: alpine, flying, gliding, parachutes, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR537-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Alps from a path along the ridge to the para-wing launch site from the summit station of the Blomberg cablecar. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR531-05 Iraq, Kalhu/Kalach (now known as "Nimrud"): refounded in 13th century BC on ancient foundations by the Assyrians, it became the seat of the royal house after Ashur: one of a pair of remaining winged bulls with human heads ("Lamassu") guarding the entrance to the throne room of the north-west palace. Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, ruined city, desert, historical, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, Kalhu, Kalach
PMR124K-36 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: outer facade of the west wing of Friedenstein Palace which now houses a museum. Keywords: East Germany, picturesque, Baroque, architecture, historic, national heritage
PMR124K-35 Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: courtyard and east wing of Friedenstein Palace, built between 1643-54 (early Baroque). Keywords: East Germany, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque
PMR115K-04 Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985. This picture:The whole facade of Al-Khazneh (the Treasury); two Winged Victories apppear between the columns of the upper storey. Keywords: rose red city, Nabataean capital, natural caves, rock tombs, Roman architecture, Greek architecture, Egyptian architecture, archeological site, geology
PMR114K-08 Cyprus, Palea Paphos (Old Paphos): the 13th century Lusignian manor "La Cavocle". A reconstructed wing, intended for a museum, and part of the courtyard. Keywords: archeological excavations, Lusignian, architecture, mediaeval
PMR109K-02 Germany, Baden-Württemberg: the Cistercian Monastery Heiligkreuztal, consecrated in 1227, showing a wing of the monastery now cared for by the Stefanus-Gemeinschaft Trust. Keywords: picturesque, historic, architecture, Catholic, religious building, national heritage
PMR094K-14 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich, Nymphenburg Palace: the north wing contains the popular museum "Mensch und Natur" (Man and Nature). Here reflected in a canal with Canada Geese. Keywords: ecological museum, architecture, parkland
PMR094K-05 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich, Nymphenburg Palace Park: an ornamental canal flows under a wing of the palace. Keywords: trees, fallen leaves, season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, long shadows, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine
PMR086K-28 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: Fosa basin and the Renaissance Land Gate, with the winged Venetian lion of St Mark, built by Michele Sanmicheli in 1543. It was formerly the main gate of the city. Keywords: national heritage, architecture, pleasure craft, fishing boats, harbour, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR086K-27 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: Fosa basin and the Renaissance Land Gate, with the winged Venetian lion of St Mark, built by Michele Sanmicheli in 1543. It was formerly the main gate of the city. Keywords: national heritage, architecture, pleasure craft, fishing boats, harbour, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR085K-34 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: The Wartburg Fortress, an indissoluble part of German history, dating back to the 12th century. Here the Minnesänger (troubadours) took part in the famous jousts, recalled in Wagner's opera Tannhäuser. Here Martin Luther studied before translating the New Testament. It was the seat of the dukes of Saxe-Eisenach until 1741 when it was ceded to the house of Saxe-Weimar. The castle is perched on a rocky spur overlooking the town of Eisenach. Here: view from the windows of the 12th century "Palas" (living quarters) wing of the castle. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, historic castle, mediaeval
PMR084K-25 Czech Republic, Prague: one of the winged figures on the Mánesuv most (bridge) over the River Vltava/Moldau. Keywords: Czech capital, historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, statue
PMR084K-08 Cyprus, Paphos: the lighthouse with colourful Crown Daisies and Winged Sea Lavender in the foreground. Keywords: flowers, wild flowers, botanical, blooming, plants, botany
PMR084K-06 Cyprus, Akrotiri: Bishop's Pool, with viewing hide and wading birds: Black-winged Stilt, Avocets, Ruffs. Keywords: waders, water birds, ornithology, ornithological, bird watching, bird watcher
PMR084K-05 Cyprus, Mandria: Winged Sea Lavender (Limonium sinuatum) in masses near the beach. Keywords: flowers, wild flowers, botanical, blooming, plants, botany
PMR084K-04 Cyprus, Mandria: Winged Sea Lavender (Limonium sinuatum) with male Large White butterfly (Pieris brassicae). Keywords: flowers, botany, plants, blooming, botanical, wild flowers
PMR054K-14 Spain, Andalusia, El Rocio: About 50 kilometres from Seville, El Rocio lies on the edge of the Donana National Park and Water Bird Reserve. Here, flamingoes, black-tailed godwits and black-winged stilts in the lagoon.
PMR050K-21 Cyprus, Nicosia/Lefkosia: Folk Art Museum, part of the surviving wing of a 14th century Benedictine monastery.
PMR049K-22 Cyprus: Spur-winged Plover (Hoplopterus spinosus) near the salt lake at Larnaca.
PMR016K-11 Iraq, Kalhu or Kalach (now known as "Nimrud"): refounded in the 13th century BC on ancient foundations by the Assyrians, became the seat of the royal house after Ashur. Head of one of the winged bulls ("Lamassu"). Keywords: archeology, excavations, Mesopotamia
PMR058K-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Nymphenburg Palace, east front dating from 1664, with north and south wings from 1702, with swan and reflections in the pool. The summer palace of the Wittelsbach electors.
PMR058K-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Nymphenburg Palace, north wing, containing the museum "Mensch und Natur" (Man and Nature), with reflections in the canal. The summer palace of the Wittelsbach electors.
PMR058K-10 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Nymphenburg Palace, east front dating from 1664, with north and south wings from 1702. The summer palace of the Wittelsbach electors.
PMR431-04 Poland, Szczecin/Stettin: gables on one wing of the Castle of the Pommeranian Dukes, seen from the tower. Keywords: metropolis, Renaissance, architecture, cityscape, city
PMR418-06 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: newly completed wings of the former Army Museum which was ruined during the war, apart from the central tract. Now the home of the Bavarian State Chancellery. Here reflected in the waters of the new ornamental canal. Keywords: gardens, München, architecture, historic, dome
PMR418-04 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: newly completed wings of the former Army Museum which was ruined during the war, apart from the central tract. Now the home of the Bavarian State Chancellery. Keywords: gardens, München, architecture, historic, dome
PMR589-11 Mexico: Uxmal, the second largest Maya site, centre of the puuc area, flourished between VI and IX centuries AD. " Palace of the Governor", 98 metres long and 12 metres wide, is regarded as the highest achievement of Uxmal's builders. The central building has two wings. Keywords: Maya
PMR663-11 Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985. This picture: the Temple of the Winged Lions: some of the heavily weathered reconstructed columns. Keywords: rose red city, Nabataean capital, natural caves, rock tombs, Roman architecture, Greek architecture, Egyptian architecture, archeological site, geology
PMR663-10 Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985. This picture: the Great Temple, built by the Nabataeans in the first century BC, viewed from the opposite side of the valley, from the Temple of the Winged Lions. Keywords: rose red city, Nabataean capital, natural caves, rock tombs, Roman architecture, Greek architecture, Egyptian architecture, archeological site, geology
PMR663-04 Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985. This picture: the Great Temple, built by the Nabataeans in the first century BC: view of the lower temenos with its triple colonnade, from the theatron. Opposite: the ruins of the Temple of the Winged Lions: Keywords: rose red city, geology, archeological site, Egyptian architecture, Greek architecture, Roman architecture, rock tombs, natural caves, Nabataean capital
PMR650-02 Libya, Tripolitania: ruins of the ancient city of Leptis Magna. The city was founded by Phoenician colonists about 1100 BC but became part of the Roman Empire when Carthage fell in the Third Punic War, in 146 BC. It became the largest and most prosperous city in Roman Africa. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The theatre is one of the oldest in the Roman world, dating from 1-2 AD. The stage was backed by a forest of graceful, fluted columns and statues, with entrances left, right and centre, added by Antoninus Pius between 138 and 161 AD. The left hand wing of the stage, with an inscription in Latin and Punic over the doorway. Keywords: Roman architecture, historical city, artistic, stone carving, archeological excavations, archeology, Maghreb, Punic architecture

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