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PMR145K-07
Myanmar, Yangon: railway station and sports stadium, seen from the Thripyitsaya Bistro on the 20th floor of Sakura Tower.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR145K-06
Myanmar, Yangon: Shwedagon Paya, seen from the Thripyitsaya Bistro on the 20th floor of Sakura Tower.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR145K-05
Myanmar, Yangon: the golden zedi of Sule Paya (46 metres high), from the platform. It probably dates back about 2 millennia.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR145K-04
Myanmar, Yangon: the golden zedi of Sule Paya which stands on a large traffic island in the city centre.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR145K-03
Myanmar, Yangon: City Hall, designed by Burmese architect U Tin and built 1926-36, since twice rebuilt.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR145K-02
Myanmar, Yangon: assorted shrines on the platform of Shwedagon Paya, with the previous golden "hti" (umbrella surmounting the spire of the zedi) second from the left.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR145K-01
Myanmar, Yangon: temple on the platform of Shwedagon Paya, modelled on Mahabodi in India, and showing colourful scenes from Buddha's life.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

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

PMR144K-35
Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: this small stupa has eight niches for the days of the week (Wednesday has am and pm), each with its corresponding animal (garuda, tiger, lion, elephant, naga, rat, mole).
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR144K-34
Myanmar, Yangon: colourful figure of a chinthe biting the tail of a naga, in a shrine on the platform of Shwedagon Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-33
Myanmar, Yangon: some of the hundreds of shrines on the platform of Shwedagon Paya, which covers 5 hectares.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR144K-32
Myanmar, Yangon: carved Buddha figure in a shrine on the platform of Shwedagon Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR144K-31
Myanmar, Yangon: followers annointing the figure at their own "planetary post" (birth day of the week = planet) on the platform of Shwedagon Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR144K-30
Myanmar, Yangon: a row of golden shrines on the platform of Shwedagon Paya, which was founded ca. 6-10 century.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-29
Myanmar, Yangon: magnificent golden zedi of Shwedagon Paya (98 metres high), founded ca. 6-10 century, visible for miles around.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-28
Thailand, Bangkok: attractive guides at Jim Thompson's House, a museum displaying his ethnological collections.
Keywords: Buddhist, pretty girls, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-27
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Phra Mahathat Temple, built in 1374, in the reign of King Boroma: many prangs are leaning dangerously, as these three examples.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-26
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Phra Mahathat Temple, built in 1374, in the reign of King Boroma: three of the surviving prangs still in a vertical position.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-25
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Phra Mahathat Temple, built in 1374, in the reign of King Boroma: the effects of ground subsidence show clearly on this former gateway.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-24
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Phra Mahathat Temple, built in 1374, in the reign of King Boroma: overgrown remains of a giant prang.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-23
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767), Wat Phra Mahathat: ruins of a vihara, with surviving Buddha figure.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-22
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Phra Mahathat's main attraction is this Buddha's head in the grip of tree roots.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-21
Thailand, Ayuthaya (the royal capital 1350-1767): elephant posing with riders, with Wat Phra Ram in the background.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-20
Thailand, Ayuthaya (the royal capital 1350-1767): elephant rides, with Wat Phra Ram in the background.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious, historic, national heritage

PMR144K-19
Thailand, Ayuthaya (the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Phra Ram, probably dating from 1448, lies in a picturesque landscape of lakes.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-18
Thailand, Ayuthaya (the royal capital 1350-1767): Wat Lokayasutha, where the main attraction is this reclining Buddha, 40 metres long, of unknown age.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-16
Thailand, Ayuthaya (the royal capital 1350-1767): the centrepiece at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon Temple is an enormous chedi.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-15
Thailand, Bangkok: dome of Ananda Samakhom Throne Hall, built in 1907 by Rama V, seen from Dusit Park lake.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-13
Thailand, Bangkok: figure on the platform of Wat Saket on the "Golden Mount", an artificial hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR144K-12
Laos, Vientiane: three identical prangs behind Wat Sidamduan Temple.
Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple

PMR144K-11
Laos, Vientiane: gateway to Wat Sidamduan Temple.
Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple

PMR144K-10
Laos, Vientiane: strikingly-decorated end-wall of Wat Sidamduan Temple, which is outside the city centre.
Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple

PMR144K-09
Laos, Vientiane: a 7-headed naga by the entrance to Wat That Fune Temple.
Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple

PMR144K-08
Laos, Vientiane: Wat That Fune Temple stands in its own spacious grounds.
Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple

PMR144K-07
Laos, Vientiane: ornate, gilded gable of a temple guarded by 3-headed nagas either side of the entrance.
Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple

PMR144K-06
Laos, Vientiane: handsome gateway and tower guarded by nagas either side of the entrance.
Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple

PMR144K-05
Laos, Vientiane: ornate gable of a "three-roof" temple guarded by nagas either side of the entrance.
Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple

PMR144K-04
Laos, Vientiane: Wat Ong Mahawihan ("Heavy Buddha") Temple, founded in 1566 by King Sai Setthathirat. A monk stands in front of a Buddha figure seated on the coils of a 7-headed naga.
Keywords: Buddhist, temple, colourful, monument, national heritage, picturesque, architecture, religion, capital city

PMR144K-03
Laos, Vientiane: Wat Ong Mahawihan ("Heavy Buddha") Temple, founded in 1566 by King Sai Setthathirat.
Keywords: Buddhist, temple, colourful, monument, national heritage, picturesque, architecture, religion, capital city

PMR144K-02
Laos, Vientiane: handsome gate of the Wat Inpeng Temple, with nagas on each side.
Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple

PMR144K-01
Laos, Vientiane: intricate gable of Wat Inpeng Temple, with scenes from the life of Buddha, restored 1968-75.
Keywords: Buddhist, capital city, religion, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple

PMR690-12
Qatar, Doha: new high-rise buildings, Palm Towers, Tornado Tower, Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, Burj Qatar and other unfinished developments, from the north end of La Corniche.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR690-11
Qatar, Doha: the high-rise buildings, Palm Towers, Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre and Burj Qatar, dwarf the dhow ferry boat, moored on the quay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR690-10
Qatar, Doha: some of the interesting new shapes arising on West Bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR690-09
Qatar, Doha: the north end of the prestige boulevard, Al Corniche, with palm trees and flowebeds in the national colours.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR690-08
Qatar, Doha: some of the interesting new shapes arising on West Bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR690-06
Qatar, Doha: the dhow harbour with new high-rise buildings across the bay, and flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR690-05
Thailand, Chonburi: Pattaya beach and Beach Road, from Buddha Hill lookout, with Plumeria flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR690-04
Thailand, Chonburi: hotels of North Pattaya, with Bougainvillea and Frangipani blossom in the foreground, from Buddha Hill lookout.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR690-03
Thailand, Chonburi: Pattaya Bay from Buddha Hill lookout, with pink Plumeria flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR690-01
Myanmar, Bagan: the magnificent Shwezigon Paya, near Nyaung U, was bult in the 11th century during the reign of King Anawrahta. It served as the prototype for virtually all of the later stupas in Myanmar.
Here: two of its pavilions with Burmese finely carved and gilded roofs.
Keywords: Buddhist, golden, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, golden

PMR689-12
Myanmar, Bagan: the magnificent Shwezigon Paya, near Nyaung U, was bult in the 11th century during the reign of King Anawrahta. It served as the prototype for virtually all of the later stupas in Myanmar.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, golden

PMR689-11
Myanmar, Bagan: Thatbyinnyu Pahto, the highest temple in the area (63 metres), was built in 1144 and thus belongs to the middle period.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR689-10
Myanmar, Bagan: completely destroyed in the 1975 earthquake, the Bupaya Stupa has been faithfully rebuilt. The original probably dated back to about 850 AD.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR689-09
Myanmar, Bagan: Indian-style Gubyaukgyi Temple contains a number of well preserved frescoes, thought to date back to its original construction date of 1113.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR689-08
Myanmar, Mandalay: wooden monastery, Shwe In Bin Kaung, built entirely of teak, was commissioned in 1895 by two wealthy Chinese jade merchants.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR689-07
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: "tazaung" built to accommodate the Mingun Bell. Cast in 1808 to go in the unfinished Mingun Paya, it weighs 90 tonnes, making it the largest HUNG AND UNCRACKED bell in the world.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR689-06
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: red and gold gateway to the golden dome (46 metres high) of Kaunghmudaw Paya, built in 1636 and modelled on the Mahaceti Stupa in Sri Lanka.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR689-05
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: Umin Thounzeh Paya, whose 30 caves in the hillside are fronted by this magnificent colonnaded crescent containing 45 seated Buddha figures.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR689-04
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: a few of the payas to be seen from the hilltop shrine, with the colourful tiled floor of the terrace.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR689-03
Myanmar, Mandalay: reconstructed "pagoda" roof of the King's Palace in the fortress, which was totally destroyed during WWII, with Mandalay Hill in the background.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR689-02
Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: stupa of Maha Aung Mye Bonzan Paya, built by Meh Nu, chief queen of King Bagyidaw in 1822.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR689-01
Myanmar, Mandalay: Kyauktawgyi Paya (1847), near Amarapura on Taungthaman Lake, and its half-feline, crouching guard.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR688-12
Myanmar, Mandalay: a row of carved and gilded doorways in the Atumashi Kyaung (Monastery), which was burnt down in 1890 and rebuilt in 1996.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR688-11
Myanmar, Mandalay: fine wooden carvings on the exterior of Shwenandaw Kyaung, originally part of King Mindon's Palace. It became a monastery in 1880.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR688-10
Myanmar, Mandalay: the colourful red and gold gateway to Kuthodaw Paya, work on which began in 1857.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR688-09
Myanmar, Mandalay: stupas at Kuthodaw Paya, each containing one of 729 marble slabs inscribed with the entire 15 books of the Tripitaka Buddhist scriptures ("the largest book in the world").
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR688-08
Myanmar, Mandalay: the shrine on Mandalay Hill is covered with colourful tiles and mosaics and has a golden roof.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

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

PMR688-06
Myanmar, Yangon: floating Shin Upagot Shrine on Kandawgi Lake in the north of the city.
Keywords: Buddhist, golden, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR688-05
Myanmar, Yangon: Independence Obelisk (46 metres high) in peaceful Mahabandoola Garden, with Sule Paya in the background. The garden is named after General Maha Bandoola, who fought a number of battles against the British.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR688-04
Myanmar, Yangon: Independence Obelisk (46 metres high) in peaceful Mahabandoola Garden, with Sule Paya in the background. The garden is named after General Maha Bandoola, who fought a number of battles against the British.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR688-03
Myanmar, Yangon, Sule Paya: the shrine stands on a large traffic island in the middle of the city.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR688-01
Myanmar, Yangon, Sule Paya: the 46-metre-high golden zedi of the shrine, in which is said to be a hair of the Buddha.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR687-12
Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: finely carved and gilded roof of a pavilion with the figure of a dancer in the centre.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR687-11
Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: Chinese Merchants' Tazaung, displaying a variety of Buddha figures.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR687-10
Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: this golden zedi houses a popular wonder-working Buddha figure.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

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

PMR687-08
Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: finely-carved roof of one of the entrances to the platform.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR687-07
Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: a gilded "tazaung" hall contains a revered Buddha shrine.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR687-06
Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: gilded, intricately-carved Burmese-type roofs on a shrine, with the main zedi in the background.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR687-05
Myanmar, Yangon, Shwedagon Paya: some of the many shrines and prangs, some gilded, on the platform of the main zedi.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR687-04
Thailand, Bangkok: Victory Monument, erected in 1941 to commemorate the outcome of the brief Franco-Thai war. The obelisk represents 5 bayonets clasped together, and the 5 figures - the army, navy, air force, police, and civilian bureaucracy.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious

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

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

PMR687-01
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: the tiled and arcaded gallery from outside the courtyard, with blue-tiled reflecting pool.
Keywords: Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran, traditional architecture

PMR-D0919
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the ring of stone pillars surrounding the zedi of Kaunghmudaw Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

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

PMR487-11
Island of Crete, Arhanes: church and belltower in the village square.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Orthodox, pedestrian zone

PMR487-10
Island of Crete, Arhanes: village square with Mount Yiouhtas in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, pedestrian zone, taverna

PMR487-09
Island of Crete, Ayios Nikolaos: inner harbour with fishing boats and pavement cafes under palm trees.
Keywords: picturesque, port, jetty, colourful

PMR487-08
Island of Crete, Ayios Nikolaos: inner harbour with fishing boats and pavement cafes and access channel.
Keywords: picturesque, reflections, port, jetty, colourful

PMR487-07
Island of Crete, Ayios Nikolaos: inner harbour with fishing boats and pavement cafes.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, jetty, port, reflections

PMR487-06
Island of Crete, Iraklion: a burst of sunshine through the clouds on the spray-soaked jetty.
Keywords: picturesque, silhouette, stormy sea, cloudscape, breakers

PMR487-05
Island of Crete, Iraklion: colourful fishing boats in the harbour with liner terminal behind.
Keywords: picturesque, port

PMR487-04
Island of Crete, Iraklion: fishing boats in the harbour with the Venetian fortress in the background.
Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, reflections, defence, fortifications

PMR487-03
Island of Crete, Iraklion: tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis (1883-1957), Crete's greatest writer and author of "Zorba the Greek".
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, colourful, literature, art, grave

PMR487-02
Island of Crete, Iraklion: Odhos Evans (Evans Street) from the city wall above Porta Kenouria.
Keywords: national heritage, architecture, street scene

PMR487-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: opening procession to the 1999 Oktoberfest Beer Festival with traditional costumes and bandsmen wearing Lederhosen.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, enjoy, atmosphere, fun

PMR486-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Biergarten on the Elmauer Alm in the Karwendel Mountains.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR486-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view from the Elmauer Alm with autumn foliage and distant Karwendel Mountains.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR486-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view from the Elmauer Alm with rowan tree and distant Karwendel Mountains.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR486-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiker looking at alpine cattle dozing in the midday sun.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, alpine scenery

PMR486-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria: let sleeping cows lie!
Keywords: nature, alpine, cattle, countryside

PMR486-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Alpine Golden Rod (Solidago virgaurea ssp. alpestris) with bract fungus on dead tree trunk.
Keywords: alpine, botanical, botany, countryside, nature

PMR486-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Fly Agaric Toadstool (Amanita muscaria).
Keywords: nature, fungus, mushrooms, botanical, botany, countryside

PMR486-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Alpspitze and Zugspitze from Eckbauer Alm with hay shed in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR486-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Alpspitze and Zugspitze from Eckbauer Alm with picnickers in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR486-03
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: view of Mount Zugspitze from the Ehrwalder Alm.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR486-02
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Scottish tourists in the Alps! a pair of Scottish Longhorns on the Ehrwalder Alm, cow and calf.
Keywords: alpine, cattle, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR486-01
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Scottish tourists in the Alps! a pair of Scottish Longhorns on the Ehrwalder Alm.
Keywords: alpine, cattle, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR485-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: west facade of the New Palace built 1701-27 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria to plans of architects Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner, with part of the formal gardens designed by the Frenchmen, Carbonet and Girard, a riot of colour.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park, flower gardens

PMR485-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: west facade of the New Palace built 1701-27 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria to plans of architects Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner, with newly-installed fountains.
Keywords: architecture, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park, flower gardens

PMR485-10
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: the cathedral, part Romanesque, part Gothic, dating back to the 12th century, has also been rebuilt after severe war damage.
Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR485-09
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: "An der Obertrave" - houses facing onto the River Trave.
Keywords: mediaeval, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR485-08
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: elaborately carved beams on an old, half-timbered house in the old town.
Keywords: mediaeval, timber-frame, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR485-07
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Marienkirche (1250), one of the finest brick-built Gothic churches in Germany, was badly damaged during the war, but now stands again. Its most famous organist was Dietrich Buxtehude. View from the tower of the Petrikirche, showing Marktplatz and Rathaus (also dating from1250).
Keywords: mediaeval, twin towers, red brick, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, panorama

PMR485-06
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Marienkirche (1250), one of the finest brick-built Gothic churches in Germany, was badly damaged during the war, but now stands again. Its most famous organist was Dietrich Buxtehude. View from the tower of the Petrikirche.
Keywords: mediaeval, twin towers, red brick, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, panorama

PMR485-05
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: reflections of the facades "An der Untertrave" with the twin towers of the Marienkirche behind.
Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR485-04
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: old sailing ships moored in the "museum harbour" with red brick facades of burgher houses "An der Untertrave"
Keywords: mediaeval, preserved, veteran, sails, boats, red brick, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR485-03
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: sightseeing boats start from "An der Obertrave", the quay on the River Trave.
Keywords: picturesque, pleasure boats, cruisers, reflections, architecture, national heritage

PMR485-02
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Holstentor Square, with the towers of the Marienkirche and Petrikirche and the old, brick, salt warehouses.
Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR485-01
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Holstentor, with its famous twin towers, was built between 1464 and 1478, and now houses the local history museum. Roses in the foreground.
Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR484-12
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: the oldest part of the Rathaus (Town Hall) is the north wing, to which was added a new Renaissance facade of carved sandstone in 1570.
Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR484-11
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Rathaus (Town Hall) dating back to 1250, with a facade of dark, glazed brick with wind holes and "candle-snuffer" turrets.
Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR484-10
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: red brick Gothic gables in one of the narrow streets of the old town.
Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, cobblestones, red brick

PMR484-09
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: "Maria Dorothea", a well preserved coastal sailing boat, in full sail, being sketched by an artist.
Keywords: picturesque, painting, art, national heritage, reflections, vessel, ship, veteran

PMR484-08
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: "Maria Dorothea", a well preserved coastal sailing boat, in full sail.
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, reflections, vessel, ship, veteran

PMR484-07
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: half-timbered terraced houses in an old alleyway.
Keywords: mediaeval, gable windows, timber-frame, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR484-06
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: typical old residential alleyway in the old town, with flowering roses.
Keywords: mediaeval, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR484-05
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: typical cobbled street of gabled houses leading down to the water.
Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, cobblestones

PMR484-04
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Burgtor, a fortified gateway built during the 13th to 15th centuries to defend the north entrance to the town.
Keywords: mediaeval, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR484-03
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: Koberg Square
Keywords: mediaeval, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR484-02
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: statue of Emanuel Geibel, son of Lubeck, author of numerous folk song texts (1815-85).
Keywords: national heritage, music, art, literature, sculpture, monument

PMR484-01
Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Lubeck: street cafe and historical wine cellar below the Holy Ghost Hospital.
Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, cobblestones, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR483-12
Germany, Bavarian Forest: Grosser Arber Lake is popular for boating in hot weather.
Keywords: nature, landscape, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside

PMR483-11
Germany, Bavarian Forest: Biergarten near the summit of the Grosser Arber (1456 metres), the highest peak in the forest, with wild flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, biotope, botanical, botany, hills, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR483-10
Germany, Bavarian Forest: radar installations near the summit of the Grosser Arber (1456 metres).
Keywords: alpine, hills, defence, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR483-09
Germany, Bavarian Forest: summit cross of the Grosser Arber (1456 metres), the highest peak in the forest.
Keywords: alpine, hills, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR483-08
Germany, Bavarian Forest: view from the Grosser Arber (1456 metres), the highest peak, looking towards the border of the Czech Republic, with wild flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, hills, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life, botany, botanical

PMR483-07
Germany, Bavarian Forest: view from the Grosser Arber (1456 metres), the highest peak, with Biergarten below.
Keywords: alpine, hills, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR483-06
Germany, Bavarian Forest: near the summit of Great Arber (1456 metres), the highest peak in the Bavarian Forest, with the Richard Wagner knoll in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, hills, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR483-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnauer Moos (Moss): a wetlands nature reserve, with foothills of the Alps in the background.
Keywords: alpine, marsh, biotope, ecology, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR483-04
Germany, Bavaria, Regen, in the Bavarian Forest: the 13th century tower of St. Michael's parish church, fortified for defence purposes.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historical, national heritage

PMR483-03
Germany, Bavaria, Regen, in the Bavarian Forest: town square with fountain and maypole, and pavement cafe in the foreground; 13th century tower of St. Michael's parish church rises above the rooftops.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historical, national heritage, cobblestones

PMR483-02
Germany, Bavaria, Regen, in the Bavarian Forest: town square with fountain and maypole, flowers in the foreground; the 13th century tower of St. Michael's parish church rises above the rooftops.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historical, national heritage, cobblestones

PMR483-01
Germany, Bavaria, Regen, in the Bavarian Forest: town square with fountain and maypole; 13th century tower of St. Michael's parish church rises above the rooftops.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historical, national heritage, cobblestones

PMR482-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view along the Partnach Valley, with the Wetterstein Mountains in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, stream, shingle, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR482-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria: approaching the entrance to Partnach Klamm (Gorge) near Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR482-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Alpspitze (2628 metres) with flowering elderberry bush in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR482-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria: near the summit of the Eckbauer Cablecar, with Alpspitze, Zugspitze and Waxenstein (Wetterstein Range) mountains in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR482-08
Canada, Alberta, a sombre view of Moraine Lake, in Banff National Park, surrounded by steep. snow-covered mountain slopes. A UNESCO National Heritage site.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, Rocky Mountains

PMR482-07
Canada, Alberta, approaching Moraine Lake in Banff National Park, a UNESCO National Heritage site.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, snowy, Rocky Mountains, spectacular

PMR482-06
Canada, British Columbia: the town of Golden, in the lee of a snow-capped chain of the Rocky Mountains.
Keywords: nature, valley, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside

PMR482-05
Canada, British Columbia: Swan Lake Camping Ground, Vernon.
Keywords: outdoor life, cloudscape, campsite, tenting, tent, landscape, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR482-04
Canada, British Columbia: fruit trees growing in the mild climate of Okanagan, with Osoyoos Lake in the background.
Keywords: nature, cloudscape, countryside, picturesque, landscape, fruitful, fertile, temperate

PMR482-03
Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver: the harbour and skyline under low cloud, from Stanley Park.
Keywords: picturesque, moorings, boats, rain, high-rise buildings, metropolis, city, reflections

PMR481-12
Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver: Tynehead Camping Ground, Surrey.
Keywords: outdoor life, campsite, tenting, tent, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR481-11
Canada, British Columbia: evening calm on Seton Lake Reservoir with reflections of the clouds.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, landscape, Rocky Mountains, peaceful

PMR481-10
Canada, British Columbia: evening calm on Seton Lake Reservoir.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, landscape, Rocky Mountains, peaceful

PMR481-09
Canada, British Columbia: the town of Lillooet and bridge over the muddy Fraser River.
Keywords: nature, Rocky Mountains, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside

PMR481-08
Canada, British Columbia: Canadian National Railways diesel locomotives hauling a freight train through the Rockies near Clinton.
Keywords: nature, Rocky Mountains, railroad, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside

PMR481-07
Canada, British Columbia: the island in Marble Canyon Lake.
Keywords: nature, colourful, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, landscape, Rocky Mountains

PMR481-06
Canada, British Columbia: fishing from a boat on the lake near Marble Canyon campground.
Keywords: outdoor life, Rocky Mountains, landscape, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR481-05
Canada, British Columbia: landscape with red earth near Cache Creek, Rocky Mountains.
Keywords: nature, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside

PMR481-04
Canada, British Columbia: Kamloops Lake from the western end.
Keywords: nature, Rocky Mountains, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside

PMR481-03
Canada, Alberta: the brilliant turquoise waters of Lake Louise in Banff National Park with Mount Victoria and spring flowers in the foreground. A UNESCO World Heritage site.
Keywords: nature, colourful, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, glaciers

PMR481-02
Canada, Alberta, Banff National Park: Chateau Lake Louise, established by the Canadian Pacific Railway at the end of the 19th century. Now a Fairmont Hotel.
Keywords: mountain range, archetecture, historic, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery

PMR481-01
Canada, Alberta, Banff National Park: the glaciers of Lake Louise which give the water its startling colour.
Keywords: nature, colourful, Rocky Mountains, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside

PMR480-12
Canada, Alberta: the brilliant turquoise waters of Lake Louise in Banff National Park.
Keywords: nature, colourful, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, Rocky Mountains

PMR480-11
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

PMR480-10
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: Heritage Park Historical Village - Canadian Pacific Railways steam locomotive no. 2023 preserved with vintage coaches.
Keywords: metropolis, railroad, veteran, nostalgia, history , modern city, oil town

PMR480-09
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: Heritage Park Historical Village - bakery and other shops tyoical of the early 20th century, from the veranda of the hotel.
Keywords: metropolis, nostalgia, history , modern city, oil town

PMR480-08
Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: Rocky Mountains Bighorn Sheep - ewes with young lamb in the road. One ewe has a yellow radio collar.
Keywords: outdoor life, fauna, wildlife, mountain range, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking

PMR480-07
Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: Rocky Mountains Bighorn Sheep - ewes with young lamb in the road.
Keywords: outdoor life, fauna, wildlife, mountain range, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking

PMR480-06
Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: the shoreline with snowy mountains behind, a pine tree in the foreground.
Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, Rocky Mountains

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

PMR480-04
Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: the shoreline with reflections of the snowy mountains.
Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, Rocky Mountains

PMR480-03
Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: the shoreline with reflections of the snowy mountains.
Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, Rocky Mountains

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

PMR480-01
Canada, Alberta, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Lakes: reflections of the Rocky Mountains with trees in the foreground.
Keywords: outdoor life, snow, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking

PMR479-12
Canada, Alberta: hiking in Kananaskis Country, Rocky Mountains.
Keywords: outdoor life, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking

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

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

PMR479-09
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: sculptures of horses near the entrance to the new glass Municipal Building.
Keywords: metropolis, bronze, artistic, art, City Hall, skyscrapers, high rise, modern city, oil town

PMR479-08
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: the original sandstone City Hall, dwarfed by its blue glass successor (behind).
Keywords: metropolis, architecture, colonial, skyscrapers, high rise, modern city, oil town

PMR479-07
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: "The Canada Tree", a sculpture composed of woods from each province and territory, on tour round the country.
Keywords: metropolis, artistic, art, modern city, oil town

PMR479-06
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: city skyline with Eau Claire Market, from Priince's Island.
Keywords: metropolis, relaxation, grassland, park, oil town, modern city, high rise, skyscrapers

PMR479-04
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: a green oasis in the city: Prince's Island Park provides space for relaxation.
Keywords: metropolis, nature, skyscrapers, high rise, modern city, oil town

PMR479-03
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: Canada Geese (Branta Canadensis) on the Bow River, with new tower blocks beyond the trees.
Keywords: metropolis, wildlife, water fowl, skyscrapers, high rise, modern city, oil town

PMR479-02
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: bridge over the Bow River to Prince's Island, with Eau Claire Market in the background.
Keywords: metropolis, reflections, skyscrapers, high rise, modern city, oil town

PMR479-01
Canada, Alberta, Calgary: Chinese Cultural Centre and Sun Life Plaza.
Keywords: metropolis, oil town, modern city, high rise, skyscrapers

PMR478-12
Canada, Alberta, Millarville: wild flower seeds at the weekly Farmers' Market.
Keywords: social, artesans, handicrafts, selling, stalls

PMR478-11
Canada, Alberta, Calgary Zoo and Prehistoric Park: Tyrannosaurus Rex.
Keywords: countryside, dinosaurs, picturesque

PMR478-10
Canada, Alberta, Calgary Zoo and Prehistoric Park: Ankylosaurus.
Keywords: countryside, dinosaurs, picturesque

PMR478-09
Canada, Alberta, Calgary Zoo and Prehistoric Park: Stegosaurus.
Keywords: countryside, dinosaurs, picturesque

PMR478-08
Canada, Alberta, Calgary Zoo and Prehistoric Park: Edmontosaurus.
Keywords: countryside, dinosaurs, picturesque

PMR478-07
Canada, Alberta, Calgary Zoo and Prehistoric Park: lake and cliffs with Archeopteryx in simulated flight.
Keywords: countryside, dinosaurs, picturesque

PMR478-06
Canada, Alberta, Millarville: typical wooden house in rural Alberta.
Keywords: nature, plot, home, dwelling, picturesque, countryside

PMR478-05
Canada, Alberta: geological trail near the Royal Tyrrell Prehistoric Museum. A prolific source of prehistoric remains.
Keywords: nature, fossils, dinosaurs, geology, picturesque, countryside

PMR478-04
Canada, Alberta: Horseshoe Canyon near Drumheller.
Keywords: nature, geological, geology, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside

PMR478-03
Canada, Alberta, Millarville: view of the distant Rocky Mountains from a meadow with spring flowers and collie dog.
Keywords: nature, pets, mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside

PMR478-02
Canada, Alberta, Millarville: typical wooden house in rural Alberta.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, dwelling, home, plot

PMR478-01
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: Ludwigsplatz, with Jacob's Fountain (1644), Ludwig's Gate and the Water Tower, seen from the top of the town's look-out tower (68 metres high).
Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, cobblestones, panorama, Ludwig's Square

PMR477-12
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: entrance gate to the palace of Duke Albrecht I, with clocktower and coat of arms. The palace presently contains administrative offices.
Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR477-11
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: a high fortified wall surrounds the Basilica of St. Peter and its graveyard.
Keywords: historical, fortifications, defence, national heritage, mediaeval

PMR477-10
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the Romanesque towers of St. Peter's Basilica with part of the evocative ancient graveyard.
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR477-09
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: old gravestones in the graveyard of St. Peter's Basilica are protected under the "ancient monuments" act.
Keywords: picturesque, stone-carving, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR477-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: the octagonal belltower of the Benedictine Abbey of Frauenworth on Frauen Island in Lake Chiem. The lower part dates from 10/11th century and was fortified against attack.
Keywords: architecture, onion dome, monastery, nunnery

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

PMR477-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem, was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1878, after being inspired by the French King Louis IV and the Palace of Versailles. The "Fountain of Fortune", crowned by the figure of Flora, with a river god in the foreground and the palace behind.
Keywords: architecture, allegory, sculptures, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic

PMR477-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem, was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1878, after being inspired by the French King Louis IV and the Palace of Versailles. The richly decorated entrance hall containing the state staircase, based on the "Escalier des Ambassadeurs" at Versailles.
Keywords: architecture, sculptures, marble, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic

PMR477-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem, was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1878, after being inspired by the French King Louis IV and the Palace of Versailles. The "Fountain of Fame" in the grounds, with putti in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, allegory, sculpture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic

PMR477-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: field of buttercups on Herren Island, with Chiemsee (Lake Chiem) in the distance.
Keywords: landscape, flowers, meadow, rustical, bucolic, countryside, open air

PMR477-02
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the castle of Duke Albrecht I, built in 1356, reflected in the waters of the River Danube.
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR477-01
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the Romanesque towers of St. Peter's Basilica, dating back to the late 12th century.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR476-12
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: Ludwigsplatz, lined with well-preserved burgher houses, ending in Ludwig's Gate (1810).
Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR476-11
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the palace of Duke Albrecht I, built in 1356, where Agnes Bernauer, a barber's daughter, was imprisoned before being drowned, for the crime of marrying the son of Duke Ernst in 1435.
Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR476-10
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the former seat of Electoral Government; the Rococo decoration on the facade is the work of Effner and Gunetzrhainer.
Keywords: historical, Rococo, Baroque, Renaissance, architecture, national heritage

PMR476-09
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the water tower.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage, historical

PMR476-08
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the Registry Office, with fountain and flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, national heritage, historical

PMR476-07
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: Theresienplatz, with the column erected in thanksgiving for the ending of the plague, and watchtower, symbol of the town, in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR476-06
Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: Theresienplatz with the watchtower, symbol of the town, dating from 1393, and one of the fountains.
Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

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

PMR476-04
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: the symbol of the city - a female figure on a horse, holding aloft a model galleon - stands in the Plaza Catalunya.
Keywords: national heritage, historic, culture, sculpture, monument

PMR476-03
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Plaza Catalunya, with reflections in one of the pools, and sculpture.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, metropolis, street scene, pedestrian zone

PMR476-02
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: child feeding pigeons in Plaza Catalunya, with Canaletes Fountain in the background.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, metropolis, street scene, pedestrian zone

PMR476-01
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: typical scene on the tree-shaded Ramblas, the bustling heart of the city.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, metropolis, pedestrians, street scene

PMR475-12
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: dragon and umbrella, trade signs on the Casa Bruno Quadros on the Ramblas for businesses long since closed or moved on.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR475-11
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: artists with their wares on the Ramblas, with memorial to author Francesc Soler in the background.
Keywords: architecture, monument, paintings, street scene, picturesque, culture

PMR475-10
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Olympic Stadium: originally built for the 1929 World Exhibition, the "Estadi Olimpic" was completely modernised for the 1992 Olympic Games.
Keywords: architecture, arena, sportsfield, historic, national heritage

PMR475-09
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Olympic Esplanade: laid out for the 1992 Olympic Games, the Esplanada has as its centrepiece the Anell Olimpic (Olympic Ring) sculpture.
Keywords: culture, spectacle, creation, modern art, work of art

PMR475-07
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic: one of the fantastic sculptures of Joan Miró on the roof of his museum, the Fundació Miró.
Keywords: culture, creation, artistic, modern art, work of art, display

PMR475-06
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: view of the Palau Nacional with sculpture and fountain.
Keywords: national heritage, gardens, park, architecture, culture, picturesque, metropolis

PMR475-05
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: central fountain, with Palau Nacional in the background.
Keywords: national heritage, gardens, park, culture, picturesque, metropolis

PMR475-04
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: partial view of the Pulau Nacional, with ornamental lanterns and Judas tree.
Keywords: national heritage, gardens, park, culture, picturesque, metropolis

PMR475-03
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: shaded walk with ornate seats, monopteros in the background.
Keywords: national heritage, gardens, metropolis, picturesque, culture, park

PMR475-02
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: view of the Palau Nacional, with newly-laid marble surround to the open-air theatre.
Keywords: national heritage, gardens, metropolis, picturesque, culture, architecture, historic

PMR475-01
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: fountain and sculptures among trim flowerbeds, with the Palau Nacional in the background.
Keywords: national heritage, gardens, park, culture, picturesque, metropolis

PMR474-12
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: view of Placa d' Espanya and Mount Tibidabo from the terrace of the National Art Gallery of Catalonia (Palau Nacional), with exhibition halls in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, panorama, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR474-11
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Placa d'Espanya, with central fountain by Josep M. Jujol (1929) and "Placa de Toros" arena in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR474-10
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: a strikingly decorated administrative building in the Carrer de Lleida.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR474-09
Spain, Catelonia, Girona: Palau dels Agullana, a Baroque mansion formerly the home of a viscount, with picturesque archway to the left.
Keywords: architecture, historic, national heritage, dwellings

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

PMR474-07
Spain, Catelonia, Girona: view of the cathedral from the town wall, with part of the Gothic Convent de Sant Doménec in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, Catholic, historic, national heritage, picturesque, dwellings

PMR474-06
Spain, Catelonia, Girona: Església de Sant Nicolau, a Romanesque church dating back to the 12th century.
Keywords: architecture, Catholic, historic, national heritage, picturesque

PMR474-05
Spain, Catelonia, Girona: a religious float prepared for the Good Friday candlelight procession of penitents.
Keywords: picturesque, decorations, wood-carvings, Catholic, Christian, tradition, national heritage

PMR474-04
Spain, Catelonia, Girona: numerous plants and trees are grown on the balconies and in the courtyards of the old town.
Keywords: dwellings, flora, horticulture, gardening, picturesque

PMR474-03
Spain, Catelonia, Girona: a typical street in the old town.
Keywords: architecture, street scene, national heritage, picturesque, dwellings

PMR474-02
Spain, Catelonia, Girona: the Riu (River) Onyar which divides the town, with reflections of apartment houses.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, dwellings

PMR474-01
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Ajuntament, the historic Town Hall in the Placa de Sant Jaume, parts of which date back to the 14th century.
Keywords: architecture, Neo-classical, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR473-12
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Zoological Museum, built originally by Lluís Doménech i Montaner as a restaurant for the 1888 World Exhibition.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR473-11
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: "Arc de Triomf", erected in 1888 for the World Exhibition, by Josep Vilaseca.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR473-10
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century:
The stairway leading up to the promenade deck, with the "Hall of One Hundred Columns" at the top of the steps and fountains in the middle.
Keywords: artistic, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR473-09
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century:
A giant, mosaic lizard in the centre of the stairway, also acts as a fountain.
Keywords: artistic, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR473-08
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century:
Inclined columns of the grotto-like gallery under the promenade.
Keywords: artistic, national heritage, culture

PMR473-07
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century:
The rainwater catchment channels lead water through concealed pipes to irregate the park.
Keywords: artistic, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR473-06
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century:
A serpentine, endless bench, formed from a mosaic of broken tiles, on the roof of the "Hall of One Hundred Columns". The local inhabitants, as well as the tourists, use the bench to relax.
Keywords: artistic, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR473-05
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century:
A serpentine, endless bench, formed from a mosaic of broken tiles, on the roof of the "Hall of One Hundred Columns".
Keywords: artistic, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR473-04
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Parc Guell, planned and executed by Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century: a striking wrought-iron fence, with gallery and raised promenade behind.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, artistic, iron-working

PMR473-03
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Expiatory Temple of the Sagrada Familia, being built since 1882 to plans of Antoni Gaudí:
Details of the carved figures on the east (Nativity) facade.
Keywords: architecture, artistic, church, cathedral, stone-carving, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR473-02
Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona: Expiatory Temple of the Sagrada Familia, being built since 1882 to plans of Antoni Gaudí:
Newly completed columns and roof of the nave.
Keywords: architecture, cathedral, church, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR473-01
France, Languedoc, Béziers: 13th century Gothic Cathedral of St. Nazaire and the old stone bridge (Pont Vieux) spanning the River Orb reflected in the waters.
Keywords: mediaeval, historic, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR472-12
France, Languedoc, Béziers: 13th century Gothic Cathedral of St. Nazaire and the old stone bridge (Pont Vieux) spanning the River Orb, with flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: mediaeval, colourful, historic, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR472-11
France, Languedoc, Béziers: 13th century Gothic Cathedral of St. Nazaire and the old stone bridge (Pont Vieux) spanning the River Orb reflected in the waters.
Keywords: mediaeval, historic, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR472-10
France, Provence, Arles: facade and porch of the church of St. Trophime, built from 1080 onwards, a masterpiece of Provencal Romanesque architecture. The stone was taken from the old Roman Theatre.
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval

PMR472-09
France, Provence, Arles: belltower of the church of St. Trophime with part of the cloisters, dating partly from the12th century and partly from the 14th century (south and west). The stone was taken from the old Roman Theatre.
Keywords: picturesque, Romanesque, national heritage, architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval

PMR472-08
France, Provence, Arles: a corner of the cloisters of the church of St. Trophime, famous for the carvings of Biblical scenes, built from 1080 onwards, a masterpiece of Provencal Romanesque architecture. The stone was taken from the old Roman Theatre.
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval

PMR472-07
France, Provence, Arles: porch of the church of St. Trophime, built from 1080 onwards, a masterpiece of Provencal Romanesque architecture. The stone was taken from the old Roman Theatre.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historic, culture, architecture, national heritage

PMR472-06
France, Provence, Arles: street café in front of the arena.
Keywords: architecture, drinking, street scene

PMR472-05
France, Provence, Arles: the Roman arena, built in 75 AD, has a capacity of 20,000 spectators, and is now used for bullfights.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, culture, architecture, national heritage

PMR472-04
France, Provence, Avignon: Pont Saint Bénézet was the only stone bridge over the Rhone whenit was built in 1177.
Keywords: mediaeval, historic, culture, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR472-03
France, Provence, Avignon: Musée du Petit Palais with flowering Judas tree in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, culture, architecture, national heritage

PMR472-02
France, Provence, Avignon: Place du Palais, with the Musée du Petit Palais at the far end.
Keywords: national heritage, culture, historic, architecture

PMR472-01
France, Provence, Avignon: Place du Palais, with 17th century palace built in 1616 by the Papal Legate, Cardinal Borghese, now housing the Conservatory of Music.
Keywords: national heritage, panorama, historical, architecture

PMR471-12
France, Provence, Avignon: main facade of the Opera House.
Keywords: mediaeval, culture, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, reflections, theatre, drama centre, Neo-classical

PMR471-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: a wrought iron bridge casts its intricate shadow in the snow in the grounds of Schleissheim Palace.
Keywords: park, winter, snow scene, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim

PMR471-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: a converted terrace of retainers' cottages forms the crescent-shaped boundary wall of Schleissheim Palace.
Keywords: architecture, winter, snow scene, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park

PMR471-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: Lustheim Palace, in the grounds of Schleissheim Palace, houses an extensive display of Meissen porcelain.
Keywords: architecture, park, Schloss Schleissheim, Baroque architecture, Schleißheimer Schloß, snow scene, winter

PMR471-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: west facade of the New Palace built 1701-27 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria to plans of architects Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner.
Keywords: architecture, winter, snow scene, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park

PMR471-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria: snow scene with bench in the Loisach Valley.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, winter, snow

PMR471-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria: snow-laden trees against a blue sky in the Loisach Valley.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, winter, snow

PMR471-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria: snow-laden trees in the Loisach Valley.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, winter, snow

PMR471-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Eschenlohe: reflections in a pool in the snow-covered forest near Eschenlohe.
Keywords: picturesque, reflections, winter, snowfall

PMR471-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Eschenlohe: snow scene with farmhouse.
Keywords: picturesque, snow-laden, winter, snowfall

PMR471-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Eschenlohe: snow-bedecked figure on the war memorial.
Keywords: picturesque, winter, snowfall, architecture, frescoes

PMR471-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Eschenlohe: snow scene with onion dome of the parish church.
Keywords: picturesque, winter, snowfall, architecture, frescoes

PMR470-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: the Old Palace of Schleissheim, built in 1626 for the Elector Maximilian I (rebuilt after war damage).
Keywords: architecture, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Schloss Schleissheim, park, flower gardens

PMR470-11
Romania, Wallachia, Curtea de Arges: facade of the lovely Bishopric Church, built 1512-17 by masterbuilder Manole for Neagoe Basarab on the site of the old metropolitan church of 1359. One of the most visited churches in Romania. Late afternoon shot, highlighting the Byzantine influence.
Keywords: national heritage, Byzantine, architecture, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR470-10
Romania, Wallachia, Curtea de Arges: facade of the lovely Bishopric Church, built 1512-17 by masterbuilder Manole for Neagoe Basarab on the site of the old metropolitan church of 1359. One of the most visited churches in Romania. The present-day red-brick monastery is visible in the background.
Keywords: national heritage, Byzantine, architecture, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR470-09
Romania, Wallachia, Curtea de Arges: facade of the lovely Bishopric Church, built 1512-17 by masterbuilder Manole for Neagoe Basarab on the site of the old metropolitan church of 1359. One of the most visited churches in Romania.
Keywords: national heritage, Byzantine, architecture, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR470-08
Romania, Wallachia, Curtea de Arges: modern statue of King Basarab I who ruled Wallachia 1310-52 from this capital, and founded the Princely Church which contains some of the oldest and finest frescoes in Romania.
Keywords: national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, mediaeval, bronze, sculpture, monument, memorial

PMR470-07
Romania, Wallachia: a young man leading an oxen-cart loaded with hay, near Albesti.
Keywords: countryside, street scene, rustical, harvest, haywain, rural

PMR470-06
Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: descent from the saddle on the south side. The road is a considerable feat of engineering, crossing 28 large, and 550 small bridges, and traversing the peak through a 900-metre-long tunnel, in the course of its 90 kilometres.
Keywords: picturesque, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate

PMR470-05
Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: descent from the saddle on the south side. The road is a considerable feat of engineering, crossing 28 large, and 550 small bridges, and traversing the peak through a 900-metre-long tunnel, in the course of its 90 kilometres.
Keywords: picturesque, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate

PMR470-04
Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: Lake Bilea, lying at over 2000 metres in the clouds, with the refuge hut on a knoll behind reflected in the waters.
Keywords: picturesque, reflections, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate

PMR470-03
Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: Lake Bilea, lying at over 2000 metres in the clouds, is a popular destination for excursions.
Keywords: picturesque, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate

PMR470-02
Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: Lake Bilea, lying at over 2000 metres in the clouds, is a popular destination for excursions.
Keywords: picturesque, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate

PMR470-01
Romania. Transylvania, Fagaras Mountains: approaching the highest point of the Trans-Fagaras Pass (2034 metres) and close to the highest peak in Romania, Moldoveanu (2544 metres).
Keywords: picturesque, wild, mountainous, steep, desolate, forbidding

PMR469-12
Romania, Transylvania: landscape with stream in the foothills of the Fagaras Mountains, not far from Sibiu. in the Carpathian Mountains.
Keywords: countryside, bucolic, fertile, harvest, fruitful, green hills, scenery, rustical, valley

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

PMR469-10
Romania. Transylvania, Sighisoara: the massive tower of the citadel, last rebuilt in 1676 after a fire, with clock, carillon and fading frescoes, is designed to withstand the toughest of sieges.
Keywords: mediaeval, Schaessburg, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Saxon Land

PMR469-09
Romania. Transylvania, Sighisoara: one of the narrow, cobbled alleys in the old quarter, showing the thickness of some of the house walls.
Keywords: mediaeval, Schaessburg, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Saxon Land

PMR469-08
Romania. Transylvania, Sighisoara: a pictureque row of mediaeval houses in the old quaerter on the hill.
Keywords: mediaeval, cobblestones, colourful, Schaessburg, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Saxon Land

PMR469-07
Romania. Transylvania, Sighisoara: one of 16 defence towers, each of which was maintained and manned by one of the guilds during the middle-ages.
Keywords: mediaeval, Saxon Land, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen, Schaessburg

PMR469-06
Romania. Transylvania, Sighisoara: view of the fortress tower, 64 metres high, built in the 14th century, from one of the bastions.
Keywords: mediaeval, Saxon Land, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen, Schaessburg

PMR469-05
Romania. Transylvania: a typical fortified church with gate tower near Brateiu.
Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land

PMR469-04
Romania. Transylvania, Medias: view of the town square, with the spire of the Gothic church prominent. The church is protected by a fortified wall with gate tower.
Keywords: mediaeval, fortifications, defence, Saxon Land, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen, Mediasch

PMR469-03
Romania. Transylvania, Medias: view of the town from the municipal park, with the spire of the Gothic church prominent.
Keywords: mediaeval, Saxon Land, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen, Mediasch

PMR469-02
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: 6th March Square, where the 20 mediaeval guilds had their separate buildings.
Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land

PMR469-01
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: the Brukenthal Museum, dating from1790, opened to the public in 1817 and is thus one of Europe's oldest. The building, in Austrian Baroque style, was the Palace of Samuel von Brukenthal, Habsburg governor of Transylvania.
Keywords: Saxon Land, art collection, culture, Hermannstadt, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen

PMR468-12
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: a section of the town wall and bastion, showing the wooden gallery for defenders.
Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land

PMR468-11
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: a fine pair of caryatids supporting the balcony of one of the older houses.
Keywords: Saxon Land, sculptures, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt

PMR468-10
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: an old alley by the church, formerly Strada Pempflinger, now Pasajul Scarilor, appears in many guidebooks.
Keywords: mediaeval, alleyway, street scene, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land

PMR468-09
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: spire of the Gothic Evangelical Church, built in 14th and 15th centuries. It contains many artistically significant gravestones.
Keywords: mediaeval, Saxon Land, Hermannstadt, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen

PMR468-08
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: balcony of al old house adjoining the Evangelical Church, with traditional tiled roof with window slits.
Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land

PMR468-07
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: spire of the Gothic Evangelical Church, built in 14th and 15th centuries, from Strada Turnului.
Keywords: mediaeval, Saxon Land, Hermannstadt, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, Siebenbürgen

PMR468-06
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: Strada Morilor with a remaining section of the fortified town wall and defence tower.
Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land

PMR468-05
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: the high town walls protected the inhabitants from attacks by Turk and Tatar for 800 years.
Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications, defence, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land

PMR468-04
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: old houses in March 6th Square, where the local artisans used to live and work.
Keywords: Saxon Land, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt

PMR468-03
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: the Old Townhall Tower, dating from 13th/14th centuries, with the "Haller House" and "Generalsloch" (archway).
Keywords: mediaeval, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt, Saxon Land

PMR468-02
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: Nicolae Balcescu, a pedestrian area, and favourite venue for an afternoon stroll.
Keywords: Saxon Land, street scene, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt

PMR468-01
Romania. Transylvania, Sibiu: Piata Republicii, with Baroque Roman Catholic Cathedral, built 1726-33.
Keywords: Saxon Land, Siebenbürgen, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Hermannstadt

PMR467-12
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: details of the wood-carving on a wooden gate in the Village and Folk Art Museum.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, Dacia, capital city, Bucuresti, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR467-11
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: old wooden dwelling house with carved and roofed wooden gate in the Village and Folk Art Museum.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Bucuresti, capital city, Dacia, metropolis

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

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

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

PMR467-07
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: Central Library of the University on the Piata Gh. Gheorghiu Dej, which was burnt out during the 1989 uprising.
Keywords: architecture, literature, Neo-classical, metropolis, Dacia, capital city, Bucuresti, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR467-06
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: the Athenaeum, currently being renovated, houses the delightful, circular concert hall of the State Philharmonic Orchestra.
Keywords: architecture, music, metropolis, Dacia, capital city, Bucuresti, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR467-05
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: Central Library of the University on the Piata Gh. Gheorghiu Dej, which was burnt out during the 1989 uprising.
Keywords: architecture, literature, Neo-classical, metropolis, Dacia, capital city, Bucuresti, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR467-04
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: the little "Odeon Theatre" with fountains and reflecting pool.
Keywords: architecture, drama centre, metropolis, Dacia, capital city, Bucuresti, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR467-03
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: a potential customer studies the books on offer at one of the second-hand-book sellers on the pavement near the university.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Bucuresti, capital city, Dacia, metropolis, free enterprise, literature

PMR467-02
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: second-hand-book sellers on the pavement near the university.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Bucuresti, capital city, Dacia, metropolis, free enterprise, literature

PMR467-01
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: the University, built 1857-69 to plans of architect Alexandru Orascu. Traces of bullet holes on the facade after the 1989 uprising, have been removed.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, education, Neo-classical, Dacia, capital city, Bucuresti, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR466-12
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: the new Bancorex glass rotunda, reflected in the canalised waters of the River Dambovita.
Keywords: architecture, Dacia, metrolpolis, capital city, Bucuresti, picturesque, culture

PMR466-11
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: Bulevardi Unirii, the approach to the palace, is three kilometres long and lined with luxury apartments and shops. The previous buildings were razed to create the necessary space. The fountains are not working.
Keywords: architecture, boulevard, Dacia, metrolpolis, capital city, Bucuresti, culture

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

PMR466-09
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: Triumphal Arch, inspired by the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, built in 1935-6 in honour of the Romanian soldiers who fell in the First World War.
Keywords: architecture, cenotaph, memorial, monument, Dacia, metrolpolis, capital city, Bucuresti, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR466-08
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: the World Trade Centre building.
Keywords: architecture, skyscraper, high-rise, culture, Bucuresti, capital city, metrolpolis, Dacia

PMR466-07
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: the circular Central Exhibition Pavilion, venue for the Spring and Autumn Trade Fairs.
Keywords: architecture, modern, Dacia, metrolpolis, capital city, Bucuresti, culture

PMR466-06
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: "Casa de Scinteia", later "Casa Pressi Libere", a soviet-style building from 1970, source of most Romanian new publications, now being used as the Commodity Exchange.
Keywords: architecture, press office, media centre, Dacia, metrolpolis, capital city, Bucuresti, culture, national heritage

PMR466-05
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: astronomical monument displaying the signs of the zodiac, surrounded by the inscribed names of Romanian towns.
Keywords: culture, scientific, model, Dacia, metrolpolis, capital city, Bucuresti

PMR466-04
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: the National Theatre, completed in 1973, has three auditoria.
Keywords: architecture, opera house, stage, drama centre, Dacia, metrolpolis, capital city, Bucuresti, culture, national heritage

PMR466-03
Romania, Wallachia, Bucharest: Palace of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs in Piata Victoriei.
Keywords: architecture, foreign office, government, modern, Dacia, metrolpolis, capital city, Bucuresti, culture, national heritage

PMR466-02
Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre.

The new "Lucea Farul" Theatre.
Keywords: architecture, stage, drama centre, culture

PMR466-01
Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre.

Evening shot of the Palace of Culture, built 1890-1926 in neo-Gothic style, originally an administrative building but now housing four museums.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR465-12
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.

Strada Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great), the main thoroughfare of Iasi.
Keywords: architecture, road, traffic, street scene

PMR465-11
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.

One of the new "mini shopping centres" comprising numbers of small, glass- fronted units.
Keywords: architecture, private enterprise, retail trade, shops

PMR465-10
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.

East front of the Orthodox Cathedral ( Mitropolia Moldovei), building of which began in 1833, with completion only in 1886, seat of the Metropolitan.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, Orthodox, Christian, Neo-classical

PMR465-09
Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre.

Gheorghe Asachi Primary School, named after the first Romanian school teacher, whose statue stands in front of the school.
Keywords: architecture, pedagogues, education, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR465-08
Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre.

St. Nicholas' Princely Church, founded by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great) in 1491-2, but demolished and rebuilt by French architect Lecomte de Noüy 1888-1904. Each blind window contains a colourful fresco.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Christian, Orthodox, picturesque, mediaeval

PMR465-07
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

PMR465-06
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.

Equestrian statue of Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great) in front of the Palace of Culture.
Keywords: national heritage, memorial, monument, sculpture, culture, historic

PMR465-05
Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre.

The Palace of Culture, built 1890-1926 in neo-Gothic style, was originally an administrative building but now houses four museums.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR465-04
Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre.

Dosoftei House, dating from the late 17th century, formerly housed the printing press which brought out the works of Metropolitan Dosoftei.
Keywords: architecture, Neo-classical, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR465-03
Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre.

St. Nicholas' Princely Church, founded by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great) in 1491-2, but demolished and rebuilt by French architect Lecomte de Noüy 1888-1904.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Christian, Orthodox, picturesque, mediaeval

PMR465-02
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.

New bust of Mihail Eminescu (1850-89), one of Romania's greatest poets, standing in the grounds of the Church of the Three Hierarchs.
Keywords: national heritage, celebrated, famous, author, monument, sculpture, statue, culture, historic

PMR465-01
Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre.

Church of the Three Hierarchs, built in 1635-9 by Vasile Lupu, has been destroyed several times but always faithfully rebuilt, surviving the rest of the monastery. Detail of the intricate geometric ornamentation, mainly of oriental origin, which covers all the facades. This was gilded in the original church.
Keywords: architecture, Orthodox, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR464-12
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.

Church of the Three Hierarchs, built in 1635-9 by Vasile Lupu, has been destroyed several times but always faithfully rebuilt, surviving the rest of the monastery. It is covered with fine, filligree carving.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Christian, Orthodox

PMR464-11
Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre.

The enormous Orthodox Cathedral ( Mitropolia Moldovei), built between 1833 and 1886, seat of the Metropolitan.
Keywords: architecture, Neo-classical, Christian, Orthodox

PMR464-10
Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre.

The National Theatre, built in 1894-6 to the design of Viennese architects Helmer and Fellner, with the statue of author and founder Vasile Alecsandri (1821-90) in front.
Keywords: architecture, culture, opera house, Neo-classical, drama centre, monument

PMR464-09
Romania, Moldavia, Varatec Monastery: the twin towers of the monastery church which is surrounded by a garden, tended by the nuns. With approximately 600 nuns it is one of the largest nunneries in Europe.
Keywords: architecture, Christian, Orthodox

PMR464-08
Romania, Moldavia, Agapia: newly completed house of striking design, with extensive filigree-work.
Keywords: architecture, unusual, modern, artistic, dwelling

PMR464-07
Romania, Moldavia, Agapia Monastery ("Agapia din Vale"): the church dates back to the 16th century but is presently (1998) undergoing extensive renovation. The monastery is onne of the largest Orthodox nunneries in Europe, with over 400 nuns in residence.
Keywords: mediaeval, Christian, Orthodox, architecture

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

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

PMR464-04
Romania, Moldavia, Bicaz: the Bicaz Gorge in the Ceahláu Mountains, one of the most spectacular roads in Romania. The road leads out to the Red Lake (Lacul Rosu), a popular resort of the local population.
Keywords: geology, phenomenon, cleft, rocks, cliffs, geological

PMR464-03
Romania, Moldavia, Bicaz: entrance to the Bicaz Gorge in the Ceahláu Mountains, one of the most spectacular roads in Romania.
Keywords: geology, phenomenon, cleft, rocks, cliffs, geological

PMR464-02
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt: the mighty entrance gate and Pigul Belltower of Romania's largest and oldest monastery (Manastirea Neamt), which dates back to the 14th century, but was rebuilt by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great) in 1497. These fortifications withstood countless attacks over the centuries and offered refuge for the local population.
Keywords: mediaeval, defence, fortifications, fortified, Christian, Orthodox, architecture

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

PMR463-12
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt: the monastery church of Romania's largest and oldest monastery (Manastirea Neamt), dates back to the 14th century, but was rebuilt by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great) in 1497.
Keywords: mediaeval, defence, fortifications, fortified, Christian, Orthodox, architecture

PMR463-11
Romania, Southern Bucovina: loading hay onto a horse-drawn wagon near Boroaia.
Keywords: countryside, rustical, harvest, haywain, rural

PMR463-10
Romania, Southern Bucovina: loading hay onto a wagon near Boroaia, with youngster restraining the horse.
Keywords: countryside, rustical, harvest, haywain, rural

PMR463-09
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Voronet: the monastery church, founded by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great), was built and painted in 1488. Illuminated by the sun are the frescoes on the eastern apse.
Keywords: frescoes, Christian, Orthodox, architecture, mediaeval, painted monastery, colourful

PMR463-08
Romania, Southern Bucovina: landscape with stream near Voronet Monastery in the Carpathian Mountains.
Keywords: countryside, fertile, harvest, fruitful, green hills, scenery, rustical, valley

PMR463-07
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Voronet: the monastery church, founded by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great), was built and painted in 1488. Illuminated by the sun is the famous "Last Judgement" fresco on the western facade.
Keywords: frescoes, Christian, Orthodox, architecture, mediaeval, painted monastery, colourful

PMR463-06
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Humor: a new house, with carved gate and well-house, all roofed in intricately-worked aluminium sheeting.
Keywords: architecture, metal-working, artistic, wood-carving, typical house

PMR463-05
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Humor:f the monastery church, with its fresco-covered walls, founded in 1530, for Prince Petru Rares and his chancellor, Toader Bubuiog.
Keywords: frescoes, Christian, Orthodox, architecture, mediaeval, painted monastery, colourful

PMR463-04
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Humor: a solitary defence tower is all that remains of the monastery's fortifications; in the background is the new Orthodox church.
Keywords: frescoes, Christian, Orthodox, architecture, mediaeval, painted monastery, colourful, defence

PMR463-03
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Humor: the fresco-covered walls of the monastery church, founded in 1530, for Prince Petru Rares and his chancellor, Toader Bubuiog.
Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian

PMR463-02
Romania, Southern Bucovina: landscape with hay-ricks near Cacica in the Carpathian Mountains.
Keywords: countryside, rustical, scenery, farmland, green hills, fruitful, harvest, fertile

PMR463-01
Romania, Southern Bucovina: landscape with hay-ricks near Cacica in the Carpathian Mountains.
Keywords: countryside, fertile, harvest, fruitful, green hills, farmland, scenery, rustical

PMR462-11
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Solca: horse-drawn haycart - the normal form of transport in this part of the country.
Keywords: countryside, street scene, rustical, harvest, haywain, rural

PMR462-10
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Arbore: decorated gravestones in the monastery graveyard.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, Christian, Orthodox, architecture, mediaeval, painted monastery, colourful

PMR462-09
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Arbore: colourful frescoes which cover the walls of the church, built by a Moldavian dignitary, Luca Arbore, in 1503. The frescoes were painted by Dragos Coman in 1541.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, Christian, Orthodox, architecture, mediaeval, painted monastery, colourful

PMR462-08
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Arbore: portal with carved inscription above and some of the frescoes which cover the walls of the church, built by a Moldavian dignitary, Luca Arbore, in 1503.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, Christian, Orthodox, architecture, mediaeval, painted monastery, colourful

PMR462-07
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Arbore: colourful frescoes which cover the walls of the church, built by a Moldavian dignitary, Luca Arbore, in 1503.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, Christian, Orthodox, architecture, mediaeval, painted monastery, colourful

PMR462-06
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Arbore: repairs to the frescoes which cover the walls of the church, built by a Moldavian dignitary, Luca Arbore, in 1503.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, Christian, Orthodox, architecture, mediaeval, painted monastery, colourful

PMR462-05
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Milisauti: modern version of the intricately carved and roofed gates, typical of this region.
Keywords: architecture, craft, tradition, typical house

PMR462-04
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Milisauti: horse-drawn haycart - the normal form of transport in this part of the country.
Keywords: countryside, street scene, rustical, harvest, haywain, rural

PMR462-03
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Putna: the treasury tower of the monastery, founded in 1466-70 by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great), has survived intact from the 15th century.
Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, fortifications

PMR462-02
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Putna: the monastery church, founded in 1466-70 by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great), with the belltower, built in 1886, in the background.
Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, fortifications

PMR462-01
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Putna: the monastery church with its east-end apse, founded in 1466-70 by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great).
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, Christian, Orthodox, architecture, mediaeval, painted monastery, colourful

PMR461-12
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Putna: the monastery church, founded in 1466-70 by Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great), with one of the defence towers in the background.
Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, fortifications

PMR461-11
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Marginea: gipsy women, in their colourful dresses, with youngsters.
Keywords: Romany, Romani, Roma, nomads, nomadic

PMR461-10
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Marginea: gipsy encampment on the outskirts of the village.
Keywords: countryside, nomadic, nomads, Roma, Romani, Romany, rustical

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

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

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

PMR461-06
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Sucevita: fresco-covered walls of the monastery church, founded in 1583-6, The frescoes were painted by the brothers Ion and Sofronie. The churcht was burnt down in 1831 and subsequently rebuilt and restored. The largest and finest of the Bucovina monasteries and last to be built.
Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian

PMR461-05
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Sucevita: the monastery church, founded in 1583-6, with its fresco-covered walls. It was burnt down in 1831 and subsequently rebuilt and restored. The largest and finest of the Bucovina monasteries and last to be built.
Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian

PMR461-04
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Sucevita: horse-drawn cart - the normal way of transporting goods in this part of the country.
Keywords: countryside, rustical, street scene

PMR461-03
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Sucevita: defensive walls and corner bastions of Sucevita Monastery.
Keywords: countryside, green hills, scenery, rustical, mediaeval, fortifications, defence

PMR461-02
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Pojorita: modern Orthodox church with frescoes and decorative roof tiles.
Keywords: countryside, Byzantine, architecture, rustical, scenery, green hills, Carpathians

PMR461-01
Romania, Southern Bucovina: rolling countryside with fertile valley near Iacobeni in the Carpathian Mountains.
Keywords: countryside, green hills, scenery, rustical

PMR460-12
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Vatra Dornei: red brick administrative building in typical Romanian architectural style.
Keywords: architecture, natural heritage, street scene

PMR460-11
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Vatra Dornei: the market, during a bountiful water melon harvest.
Keywords: street scene, fruit and vegetables, colourful, picturesque

PMR460-10
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Vatra Dornei: the old-established mineral baths for which the resort is famous.
Keywords: architecture, historic, health resort, pump room, mineral spa, natural heritage, street scene

PMR460-09
Romania, Southern Bucovina, Vatra Dornei: a typical modern Orthodox church.
Keywords: architecture, Byzantine, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque

PMR460-08
Romania, Transylvania, Bistrita County: two smallholders minding a sow near Piatra Fintinele in the Carpathian Mountains.
Keywords: residents, land-workers, pig breeders, farmers, villagers, inhabitants

PMR460-07
Romania, Transylvania, Bistrita County: landscape with hay-ricks near Piatra Fintinele in the Carpathian Mountains.
Keywords: countryside, harvest, fruitful, green hills, farmland, scenery, rustical

PMR460-06
Romania, Transylvania, Bistrita County: Ion Paveleou, farmer in the Carpathian Mountains near Piatra Fintinele.
Keywords: portrait, villager, inhabitant, land-worker, resident

PMR460-05
Romania, Transylvania, Cluj-Napoca: municipal offices and post office with imposing clock tower in Strada Petru Maior.
Keywords: architecture, natural heritage, Klausenburg, street scene

PMR460-04
Romania, Transylvania, Cluj-Napoca: memorial to the Transylvanian lawyer and revolutionary, Avram Ianco (1824-72) in the square which bears his name.
Keywords: street scene, colourful, Klausenburg, monument, statue, column, freedom fighter

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

PMR460-02
Romania, Transylvania, Cluj-Napoca: memorial to the Hungarian King Matthias Corvinus (1458-90) who was born in present day Romania (in Cluj-Napoca in 1443).
Keywords: Klausenburg, natural heritage, historic, statue, sculpture, monument, bronze

PMR460-01
Romania, Transylvania, Cluj-Napoca: Gothic Church of St. Michael (14th-16th century) with equestrian statue of King Matthias Corvinus in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, historic, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque, Klausenburg

PMR515-12
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: footbridge, linking the island of Vivara to the main island, with the resort of Ciraccio on the left. Vivara is protected as a nature reserve and bird sanctuary.
Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, coast, coastline, strait, bay, link

PMR515-11
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: Corricella, with its long jetty and small boats, from the steps up to the Castello.
Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, coast, coastline, bay, fishing boats, fishing community, colourful, photogenic

PMR515-10
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: a corner of the Piazza Margherita on the Rocca.
Keywords: picturesque, dwellings, colourful, fishing community, Flegrean Islands

PMR515-09
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: semi-ruined Castello on Terra Murata, with Cape Miseno on the mainland in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, ruin, defence, fortifications, fortress, Flegrean Islands

PMR515-08
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: Corricella with port and breakwater, from the Castello.
Keywords: picturesque, photogenic, colourful, fishing community, fishing boats, bay, coastline, coast, Flegrean Islands

PMR515-07
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: view over Corricella to the north coast where the ferry boats arrive, from the Castello.
Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, coast, coastline, bay, fishing boats, fishing community, colourful, photogenic

PMR515-06
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida, Corricella: view of the harbour with a large motor cruiser in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, coast, fishing boats, fishing community, colourful

PMR515-05
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida, Corricella: houses on the quayside with boats parked before the front doors.
Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, colourful, fishing community, fishing boats

PMR515-04
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: the harbour at Corricella from the quayside, with the Castello in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, defence, fortifications, fortress, fishing boats

PMR515-03
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: the harbour at Corricella from the quayside, with the Castello in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, defence, fortifications, fortress, fishing boats

PMR515-02
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: typical alley in Olmo.
Keywords: picturesque, Flegrean Islands, street scene, colourful

PMR515-01
Italy, Campania, Island of Procida: east coast of Cape Solchiaro, with the island of Ischia in the background.
Keywords: nature, Flegrean Islands, countryside, picturesque, landscape, seascape, coast, coastline

PMR514-12
Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli: "Redentore", one of the ferries serving the islands, leaving the harbour.
Keywords: boat, reflections, ferry, vessel, ship

PMR514-11
Italy, Campania, Pompeii: one of the granite street-corner drinking fountains, with a row of shops in the background.
Keywords: volcano , Roman ruins, buried city, eruption

PMR514-10
Italy, Campania, Pompeii: reproduction of the bronze "Dancing Faun" figure in the house where it was found.
Keywords: volcano , culture, artistic, sculpture, Roman ruins, buried city, eruption

PMR514-09
Italy, Campania, Pompeii: Via di Mercurio, showing stepping stones for pedestrians to cross the sewage-laden street.
Keywords: volcano , Roman ruins, buried city, eruption

PMR514-08
Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli: the tiny inner harbour basin.
Keywords: picturesque, port, fishing boats, motor boats, haven

PMR514-07
Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli: the Roman amphitheatre of Flavius, one of the largest in Italy, could accommodate 40,000 spectators. Begun under Nero and completed by Vespasian (69-79 AD).
Keywords: archeology, architecture, columns , culture, historic, Roman ruins, excavations, archeological

PMR514-06
Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli: the Roman "Temple of Serapsis", actually a former colonnaded market surrounded by shops, with a small, circular temple ("tholos") in the centre.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, columns , culture, historic, Roman ruins, excavations, archeological

PMR514-05
Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli: the main harbour.
Keywords: picturesque, port, fishing boats, motor boats, haven

PMR514-04
Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli, crater of the volcano "Solfatara": view of the west side of the crater; a campsite is hidden in the trees.
Keywords: hot springs, ash, steam, picturesque, landscape, fumerole, volcanic, volcano, eruption

PMR514-03
Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli, crater of the volcano "Solfatara": view of the crater from the south lip, with "Bocca Grande" on the extreme right.
Keywords: hot springs, picturesque, landscape, fumerole, volcanic, volcano, eruption

PMR514-02
Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli, crater of the volcano "Solfatara": the "Stufe", one known as "Purgatory" and the other as "Hell", were used as natural saunas for the inhalation of sulphurous vapours during much of the 19th century.
Keywords: hot springs, ash, steam, landscape, fumerole, volcanic, volcano, eruption

PMR514-01
Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli, crater of the volcano "Solfatara": the plumes of steam mark the positions of the fumarole.
Keywords: hot springs, ash, steam, landscape, fumerole, volcanic, volcano, eruption

PMR513-12
Italy, Campania, Pozzuoli, crater of the volcano "Solfatara": the largest fumarola, Bocca Grande, Orange colour is algae.
Keywords: hot springs, ash, steam, landscape, fumerole, volcanic, volcano, eruption

PMR513-11
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: equestrian statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi in the Largo Cairoli, with Castello Sforzesco behind.
Keywords: architecture, monument, sculpture, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR513-10
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: details of the stone carving on the roof of the cathedral, showing ornamentation on a flying buttress.
Keywords: architecture, sculptures, metropolis, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR513-09
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: on the roof of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon. On the central tower reigns the golden Madonna, 108.5 metres abovve the ground.
Keywords: architecture, pinnacles, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR513-08
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: Galleria Vittorio Emenuele II and part of the Piazza del Duomo, from the roof of the cathedral, with the tower of Castello Sforzesco in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, metropolis

PMR513-07
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II from the roof of the cathedral, with some of the pinnacles and stone figures of the latter in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, statues, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR513-06
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: on the roof of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon. On the central tower reigns the golden Madonna, 108.5 metres abovve the ground.
Keywords: architecture, pinnacles, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR513-05
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: detail of the carving on the facade of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon. Also visible are the magnificent bronze doors.
Keywords: architecture, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR513-04
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: facade of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon, Golden in the late afternoon sun.
Keywords: architecture, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR513-03
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: built in 1386, demolished by a lightning strike on the arsenal in 1521, the main tower of Castello Sforzesco lay in ruins until the rebuilding in 1880.
Keywords: architecture, portcullis, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR513-02
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: the water lily pool in the park behind Castello Sforzesco, built under Galeazzo Visconti in 1386.
Keywords: architecture, reflections, national heritage, historic, culture, metropolis, mediaeval

PMR513-01
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: main courtyard and circular defence tower of Castello Sforzesco, built under Galeazzo Visconti in 1386.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, metropolis, mediaeval

PMR512-12
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: some of the 135 pinnacles, each with its figure, which adorn the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon. Surmounting all is the golden figure of the Madonna.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Christian, picturesque, metropolis, church, stone work, carving

PMR512-11
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: Piazza del Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, from the cathedral.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, Christian, metropolis, street scene, square

PMR512-10
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: facade of the magnificent Gothic cathedral, begun in 1386 but only completed in 1809 on the orders of Napoleon.
Keywords: architecture, carving, stone work, church, metropolis, picturesque, Christian, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR512-09
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: equestrian statue of Vittorio Emanuele II in the Piazza del Duomo, a popular resting place for foot-weary tourists and pigeons.
Keywords: architecture, street scene, sculpture, monument, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR512-08
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: facade of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II from the Piazza del Duomo.
Keywords: architecture, street scene, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR512-07
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II connects Piazza del Duomo with Piazza della Scala. The floor mosaic was laid in 1965 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the building.
Keywords: architecture, indoor shopping, shopping arcade, gallery , metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR512-06
Italy, Lombardy, Milan: world-famous La Scala Opera House, completed in 1778, stands in the Piazza della Scala.
Keywords: architecture, music, stage, theatre, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR512-04
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: Cima Presanella from the Passo del Tonale.
Keywords: alpine, snow, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, Bozen

PMR512-03
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: last sunlight on the Schlern peaks in the Dolomites, from the campsite below the Seiser Alm.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life, Bozen

PMR512-02
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: St. Augustin's Church, built in Baroque style 1769-71, belongs to the Benedictine monastery of Muri-Gries.
Keywords: alpine, architecture, Bozen

PMR512-01
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: the Natural Science Museum.
Keywords: alpine, street scene, architecture, picturesque, Bozen

PMR511-12
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: the Neptune fountain in a corner of the Obstmarkt (fruit market) was cast in bronze by a local artisan in 1745.
Keywords: alpine, culture, artistic, statue, sculpture, Bozen

PMR511-11
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a clown makes his debut on the tight-rope.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR511-10
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a tight-rope artiste performing in the main square.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR511-09
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a snake handler with an enormous python round his neck is a centre of attraction.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR511-08
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: band of drummers in black and yellow livery.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR511-07
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: some of the rich costumes worn by gentlemen and their ladies.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR511-06
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a belly-dancer with accompanying musicians.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR511-05
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: part of the procession, with burghers in mediaeval costumes.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR511-04
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: the Gothic Cathedral, St. Mary of the Assumption, built between 1280 and 1410, with its ornamental tiled roof.
Keywords: alpine, belltower, stone work, architecture, picturesque, Bozen

PMR511-03
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: the village of Vols, a popular centre for walking holidays.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life, Bozen

PMR511-02
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a colourful hand-carved "Witch" puppet on one of the stalls.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR511-01
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a wide range of handicrafts supply the street stalls with their products.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR510-12
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a dollmaker in traditional mediaeval costume with her wares on her back.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR510-11
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: a typical old alleyway in the historic centre of the town.
Keywords: alpine, architecture, cobbled street, mediaeval, picturesque, Bozen

PMR510-10
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: demonstration of the use of a spinning wheel by an expert.
Keywords: alpine, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR510-09
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: the statue of Walther von der Vogelweide, one of the Mastersingers of Nuremberg.
Keywords: alpine, monument, sculpture, Bozen

PMR510-08
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: crowds thronging Walther Square. overlooked by the statue of Walther von der Vogelweide, one of the "Meistersingers".
Keywords: alpine, Minne Singers, monument, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR510-07
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: mediaeval nobles and burghers show off their rich costumes.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR510-06
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: a group of arbalesters carrying their crossbows.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR510-05
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano's summer pageant "Spectaculum" 2000: group of drummers in traditional dress, from Kaufbeuren, with the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption in the background.
Keywords: alpine, fancy dress, flag wavers, mediaeval dress, colourful, national costumes, festivities, procession, picturesque, Bozen

PMR510-04
Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: camping near the Seiser Alm.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life, Bozen

PMR510-03
Italy, South Tyrol, Vipiteno: pedestrian zone in the heart of the old quarter, with Gothic belltower.
Keywords: alpine, street cafe, architecture, street scene, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps

PMR510-02
Italy, South Tyrol, Novale: the Brenner Autobahn strides down the valley from the Brenner Pass.
Keywords: alpine, Ried-am-Brenner, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR510-01
Italy, South Tyrol, Novale: traditional alpine houses with geraniums adorning the balconies.
Keywords: alpine, Brennero, Ried-am-Brenner, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR509-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lenggries: picnicking near the summit of Brauneck in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR509-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the herbacious border provides a riot of colour in the Botanical Gardens, with the largest glasshouse in the background.
Keywords: München, plants, gardening, botanical, botany, colourful, flowers, flora and fauna

PMR509-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Botanical Gardens with the administrative headquarter-building in the background.
Keywords: botanical, colourful, flowers, gardens, flora and fauna, München, colour

PMR509-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: the small Lustheim Palace, in the grounds of Schleissheim Palace, with part of the formal gardens designed by the Frenchmen, Carbonet and Girard. It houses a comprehensive collection of Meissen Porcelain. Reflections in the lily pool.
Keywords: architecture, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park, flower gardens

PMR509-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dachau: parish church and tourist information office in Konrad-Adenauer-Strasse.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, geraniums, Baroque, belltower

PMR509-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dachau: pavement cafe with the tower of the parish church in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, geraniums, Baroque, belltower

PMR509-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: west facade of Nymphenburg Palace, with flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: München, gardens, magnificence, splendour, pomp, Schloss Nymphenburg, Wittelsbach Family

PMR509-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of Lake Forggen from the castle, with figure of the Virgin and Child in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, sculpture, statue, cliff, fairytale castle, turrets, towers, crags, Füssen, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR509-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle from the Tegelberg. Germany's tourist attraction number 1.
Keywords: alpine, Füssen, crags, towers, turrets, fairytale castle, cliff, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR509-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a spur of rock, was built by King Ludwig II in 1869, but the interior was never completed; view of the castle from the Marienbrucke (Maria's Bridge). Germany's tourist attraction number 1.
Keywords: alpine, Füssen, crags, towers, turrets, fairytale castle, cliff, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR509-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Kohlgrub: typical Bavarian alpenland houses with flower-bedecked balconies.
Keywords: alpine, geraniums, traditional, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside

PMR509--09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: the small Lustheim Palace, in the grounds of Schleissheim Palace, with part of the formal gardens designed by the Frenchmen, Carbonet and Girard. It houses a comprehensive collection of Meissen Porcelain.
Keywords: architecture, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park, flower gardens

PMR508-12
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Lake Seeben from the Coburger Hut (1917 metres) with the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain, in the background.
Keywords: Alps, alpine scenery, mountains, alpine

PMR508-11
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Tyrol: Lake Seeben (1657 metres) with Marsh Marigolds (Caltha palustris) in the foreground and Mount Grünstein (2661 metres) behind.
Keywords: Alps, rocky peaks, snow, alpine scenery, mountains, alpine

PMR508-10
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: landscape with fir trees, mountain stream and snowy mountain backdrop.
Keywords: Alps, alpine scenery, mountains, alpine

PMR508-09
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: a colourful, natural rock garden on the Ehrwalder Alm.
Keywords: Alps, alpine flowers, alpine scenery, mountains, alpine

PMR508-08
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Seebenbach waterfall, between Rauher Kopf (right) and Tajakopf (left).
Keywords: Alps, alpine flowers, alpine scenery, mountains, alpine

PMR508-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch Partenkirchen: the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain (2964 metres), from Grainau, with stream and meadow in the foreground.
Keywords: mountains, Alps, nature, forest, conifers

PMR508-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Eschenlohe: a blooming alpine meadow with the Alps in the background.
Keywords: mountains, conifers, forest, nature, Alps, spring, flowers

PMR508-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Kochel: a pleasure boat on Lake Kochel, with cumulus cloud refections in the water.
Keywords: cloud landscape

PMR508-04
Turkey, Istanbul: Sultanahmet Mosque (The Blue Mosque) from Sultanahmet Square.
Keywords: Islam, minarets, architecture, religion, Muslim, Mohammed

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

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

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

PMR507-12
Turkey, Istanbul: quayside at Eminönü, with the Golden Horn, Galata Tower and Galata Bridge on the right, typical passers-by in the foreground.
Keywords: Turks, Turkish everyday scene

PMR507-11
Turkey, Istanbul: the Golden Horn and Karaköy from Eminönü with fishing boats in the foreground.
Keywords: straits, Istanbul panorama

PMR507-10
Turkey, Istanbul: the Golden Horn at Eminönü, with Galata Tower still under renovation, and sightseeing boat in the foreground.
Keywords: straits, Istanbul panorama

PMR507-09
Turkey, Istanbul: row of anglers with their catch, fishing from the Galata Bridge.
Keywords: fish, fishermen

PMR507-07
Turkey, Istanbul: fish seller. Fish of every size and shape are on offer.
Keywords: entrepreneur, small business

PMR507-06
Turkey, Istanbul: a smartly turned out fishing boat offering delicious hot fried fish rolls.
Keywords: entrepreneur, small business

PMR507-05
Turkay, Istanbul: a smartly turned out fishing boat offering delicious fried fish rolls, hot from the griddle.
Keywords: entrepreneur, small business

PMR507-04
Turkey, Istanbul: eating fried fish rolls whilst watching the ferries come and go is a favourite pastime at Eminönü.
Keywords: time for a snack, fish burgers

PMR507-03
Turkey, Istanbul: traditional Turkish shoe-cleaner with his ornate brass stand. Behind, the Golden Horn, Galata Tower and ferry boats.
Keywords: entrepreneur, small business

PMR507-02
Turkey, Istanbul: eating fried fish rolls whilst watching the ferries come and go is a favourite pastime at Eminönü.
Keywords: bums on seats, well-fed Turks

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

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

PMR506-11
Turkey, Istanbul: colourful flower gardens overlooking the Golden Horn, with Hooded Crow!
Keywords: straits, Istanbul panorama

PMR506-10
Turkey, Istanbul: statue of Atatürk at Eminönü, posed to look down the Bosphorus at the suspension bridge.
Keywords: Kemal Atatürk, monument

PMR506-09
Turkey, Istanbul: ornate Turkish grave architecture.
Keywords: cemetary, gravestones, in memoriam, memorials, Islam, Muslim

PMR506-07
Turkey, Istanbul: the only practical means of transport through crowded, narrow alleys is the porter, with suitable back-padding, paid by load.
Keywords: porterage, back-breaking, cardboard cases, heavy, cartons

PMR506-06
Turkey, Istanbul: Beyazit Meydani (Square) with the monumental gateway to Istanbul University and a group of water sellers in traditional dress.
Keywords: entrepreneurs, small business, thirsty work

PMR506-05
Turkey, Istanbul: Beyazit Meydani (Square) with the monumental gateway to Istanbul University and the Beyazit Tower. In the foreground the ubiquitous "simit" stall (sesame-covered bread rings).
Keywords: entrepreneurs, Istanbul street scene, small business

PMR506-04
Turkey, Istanbul: one of the newer mosques, Valide Sultan (Sultan's Mother) at Aksaray.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, minaret, architecture, religion

PMR506-03
Cyprus (North), Zafer Burnu/Cape Apostólou Andhréa: a rocky bay with sheltered swimming near "land's end", the north-eastern tip of the island.
Keywords: bathing , Mediterranean, crystal clear water

PMR506-02
Cyprus (North), Zafer Burnu/Cape Apostólou Andhréa: "land's end", the north-eastern tip of the island, with the tiny Klidhes Islands in the distance.
Keywords: bathing , Mediterranean, crystal clear water, rocks, surf

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

PMR505-12
Cyprus (North), Salamis: tracing its origins back to the 12th century BC, Salamis was by far the most famous and important ancient city of Cyprus. It was settled early by people from Mycenae, as may be seen from the burial customs. Greeks, Romans and Byzantines came and went, leaving much of archeological interest. Around the 7th century AD the city was abandoned after a series of Arab attacks and the silting-up of the harbour. Here: packed close together, hewn out of the rock, dozens of tombs of the common people of Salamis comprise the Necropolis of Cellarka.
Keywords: archeology, Mycenean ruins, Myceneans, Roman ruins, Greek ruins, ancient civilisation

PMR505-11
Cyprus, (North), Salamis: tracing its origins back to the 12th century BC, Salamis was by far the most famous and important ancient city of Cyprus. It was settled early by people from Mycenae, as may be seen from the burial customs. Greeks, Romans and Byzantines came and went, leaving much of archeological interest. Around the 7th century AD the city was abandoned after a series of Arab attacks and the silting-up of the harbour. Here: one of about 150 "Royal Tombs" dating from the 8th and 7th centuries BC discovered in 1957. Note the well faced stonework. Behind, over-roofed, is the largest tomb, number 3, a tumulus.
Keywords: archeology, ancient civilisation, Greek ruins, Roman ruins, Myceneans, Mycenean ruins

PMR505-10
Cyprus (North), Salamis: tracing its origins back to the 12th century BC, Salamis was by far the most famous and important ancient city of Cyprus. It was settled early by people from Mycenae, as may be seen from the burial customs. Greeks, Romans and Byzantines came and went, leaving much of archeological interest. Around the 7th century AD the city was abandoned after a series of Arab attacks and the silting-up of the harbour. Here: one of about 150 "Royal Tombs" dating from the 8th and 7th centuries BC discovered in 1957. The glass frame covers the skeletons of ritually sacrificed horses.
Keywords: archeology, ancient civilisation, Greek ruins, Roman ruins, Myceneans, Mycenean ruins

PMR505-09
Cyprus (North), Salamis: tracing its origins back to the 12th century BC, Salamis was by far the most famous and important ancient city of Cyprus. It was settled early by people from Mycenae, as may be seen from the burial customs. Greeks, Romans and Byzantines came and went, leaving much of archeological interest. Around the 7th century AD the city was abandoned after a series of Arab attacks and the silting-up of the harbour. Here: the Monastery of Apóstolos Varnávas, dating back to the 5th century AD but rebuilt in 1756, the former goal of Orthodox pilgrims is now used as an archeological museum.
Keywords: archeology, ancient civilisation, church, belltower

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

PMR505-07
Cyprus (North), Besparmak/Pendadháktylos: the "Five-Finger-Mountain" (740 metres), near Buffavento, in late afternoon sun.
Keywords: Besparmak, outcrop, rocky eminence

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR504-01
Cyprus (North), Salamis: tracing its origins back to the 12th century BC, Salamis was by far the most famous and important ancient city of Cyprus. It was settled early by people from Mycenae, as may be seen from the burial customs. Greeks, Romans and Byzantines came and went, leaving much of archeological interest. Around the 7th century AD the city was abandoned after a series of Arab attacks and the silting-up of the harbour. Here: the Roman amphitheatre dating from the reign of Augustus and seating about 15,000 persons.
Keywords: archeology, ancient civilisation, Greek ruins, Roman ruins, Myceneans, Mycenean ruins

PMR503-12
Cyprus (North), Salamis: tracing its origins back to the 12th century BC, Salamis was by far the most famous and important ancient city of Cyprus. It was settled early by people from Mycenae, as may be seen from the burial customs. Greeks, Romans and Byzantines came and went, leaving much of archeological interest. Around the 7th century AD the city was abandoned after a series of Arab attacks and the silting-up of the harbour. Here: the remaining columns of the colonnaded palaestra in the Gymnasium.
Keywords: archeology, Mycenean ruins, Myceneans, Roman ruins, Greek ruins, ancient civilisation

PMR503-11
Cyprus (North), Salamis: tracing its origins back to the 12th century BC, Salamis was by far the most famous and important ancient city of Cyprus. It was settled early by people from Mycenae, as may be seen from the burial customs. Greeks, Romans and Byzantines came and went, leaving much of archeological interest. Around the 7th century AD the city was abandoned after a series of Arab attacks and the silting-up of the harbour. Here: headless statues surround one of the swimming pools in the Gymnasium, dating from the Roman period.
Keywords: archeology, Mycenean ruins, Myceneans, Roman ruins, Greek ruins, ancient civilisation

PMR503-10
Cyprus (North), Gazimagusa/Famagusta: memorial cemetery for victims of EOKA attacks in 1974, with the city wall and Canbulat Gate in the background.
Keywords: Gazimagusa, graves

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

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

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

PMR503-06
Cyprus (North), Gazimagusa/Famagusta: the former Gothic cathedral of St. Nicholas, completed between 1298 and 1326, is probably the best preserved Lusignan monument, although it lost its twin towers during the Ottoman bombardment. Later a minaret was added and it became the Lala Mustafa Pasa Camii (Mosque). Here: the west facade with rose window.
Keywords: Gazimagusa, architecture, church-mosque

PMR503-05
Cyprus (North), Gazimagusa/Famagusta: the ruined Gothic church of St Mary of Carmel stands in a military zone at present, and cannot be visited.
Keywords: Gazimagusa, architecture, ruins

PMR503-04
Cyprus (North), Gazimagusa/Famagusta: south wall of the city from the Rivettina Bastion, with the crumbling tower blocks of the Greek "ghost city" of Varosha in the distance (right).
Keywords: Gazimagusa

PMR503-02
Cyprus (North), Gazimagusa/Famagusta: during the successful siege of 1570-71 by the Ottoman army, it is estimated that over 100,000 cannonballs were fired at the city, and a few have survived!
Keywords: Gazimagusa, cannon

PMR503-01
Cyprus (North), Gazimagusa/Famagusta: the former Gothic cathedral of St. Nicholas, completed between 1298 and 1326, is probably the best preserved Lusignan monument, although it lost its twin towers during the Ottoman bombardment. Later a minaret was added and it became the Lala Mustafa Pasa Camii (Mosque). Here: the east end apse with its buttresses, showing some fine carving.
Keywords: Gazimagusa, church-mosque, architecture

PMR502-12
Cyprus (North), Gazimagusa/Famagusta: the ruins of St. George of the Latins, one of the oldest churches in Famagusta, originally part of a fortified monastery.
Keywords: Gazimagusa, ruin, church

PMR502-11
Cy<prus (North), Gazimagusa/Famagusta: entrance to the Lusignan Citadel (Shakespeare's Othello's Tower?) with its well preserved lion of St. Mark, acquired after subsequent rebuilding by the Venetians.
Keywords: Gazimagusa, fortress, William Shakespeare, architecture

PMR502-10
Cyprus (North), Gazimagusa/Famagusta: Lala Mustafa Pasa Mosque, formerly the Cathedral of St. Nicholas, from the city wall, with municipal gardens in the foreground.
Keywords: Gazimagusa, park

PMR502-09
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia: modern fountain with dove motif in the centre of town.
Keywords: Girne, sculpture

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR501-09
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia Castle, built by the Byzantines on a Roman site, and extended by the Lusignans and then the Venetians, the castle has never been taken by force due to its massive defences. Here: roof of the Byzantine chapel of St. George, squeezed between the Byzantine bastion and the newer Venetian bastion of the castle.
Keywords: fortress, crenellations, fortified castle, fort

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

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

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

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

PMR501-03
Cyprus (North), Girne/Kyrenia: ancient burial holes under a restaurant in the centre of the town.
Keywords: Girne, archeology, tombs

PMR501-02
Cyprus (North), Lefkosa/ North Nicosia: a typical Turkish house near the UNO "green line" dividing north and south Cyprus.
Keywords: Lefkosa, dwelling

PMR501-01
Cyprus (North), Lefkosa/ North Nicosia: Ottoman houses facing the barbed wire of the UN "green line", which separates the north and south sectors of Nicosia.
Keywords: Lefkosa, dwelling, Turkish houses

PMR500-12
Cyprus (North), Lefkosa/ North Nicosia: Kyrenia Gate, showing part of the adjoining city wall, broken through for the modern road.
Keywords: Lefkosa, fortifications, defences

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

PMR500-10
Cyprus (North), Lefkosa/ North Nicosia: street tea stall with tables and chairs, and an ex-colonial pillar box in unfamiliar colours.
Keywords: Lefkosa, drinking, passing time

PMR500-08
Cyprus (North), Lefkosa/ North Nicosia: Selimiye Mosque, formerly the Ayía Sofía Roman Catholic Cathedral, was built between 1209 and 1326, but never completed.
Keywords: Lefkosa, Muslim, Islam, minaret, Gothic architecture

PMR500-07
Cyprus (North), Lefkosa/ North Nicosia: Sultan Mahmut Library, seen through a flying buttress of the Ayía Sofía.
Keywords: Lefkosa, street scene, Gothic architecture

PMR500-06
Cyprus (North), Lefkosa/ North Nicosia: Büyük Han, the largest remaining caravansarai from Ottoman times (1572), is in the process of restoration.
Keywords: Lefkosa, architecture, colonnaded galleries

PMR500-05
Cyprus (North), Lefkosa/ North Nicosia: Büyük Hamam, formerly a 14th century church, is now the largest public baths.
Keywords: Lefkosa, Byzantine architecture, street scene

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

PMR500-03
Cyprus (North), Lefkosa/ North Nicosia: Kyrenia Gate now stands isolated from the city walls in the middle of the road.
Keywords: Lefkosa, street scene, flower beds, historic

PMR500-02
Cyprus (North), Lefke/Lefka: this dam provides water for the irrigation of the fertile fruit-growing area around Lefka.
Keywords: Lefke, reservoir, water conservation

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

PMR499-12
Turkey, Istanbul: Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque, with its six minarets, seen from Sultanahmet Gardens.
Keywords: architecture, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage, picturesque

PMR499-11
Turkey, Istanbul: courtyard of the Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque, completed in 1617 by the architect Mehmet Aga.
Keywords: architecture, historic, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage

PMR499-10
Turkey, Istanbul: newly renovated Turkish wooden houses, with the minarets of the Sultanahmet Mosque in the background.
Keywords: architecture, street scene, traditional houses, old quarter, picturesque, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Byzantine, Muslim, Constantinople

PMR499-09
Turkey, Istanbul: newly renovated Turkish wooden houses, with their typical overhanging upper storeys.
Keywords: architecture, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, colourful, natural heritage, picturesque, old quarter, traditional houses, street scene

PMR499-08
Turkey, Istanbul: newly renovated Turkish wooden houses, with the minarets of the Sultanahmet Mosque in the background.
Keywords: architecture, street scene, traditional houses, old quarter, picturesque, natural heritage, colourful, Islam, Byzantine, Muslim, Constantinople

PMR499-07
Turkey, Istanbul: the Obelisk of Theodosius, standing in the Hippodrome, was acquired in 390 AD from Heliopolis, and records the victories of the mighty Pharaoh Thutmose III.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, Egyptology, street scene, natural heritage, Islam, Byzantine, Muslim, Constantinople, historical, Egypt, Egyptian, hieroglyphics, monument

PMR499-06
Turkey, Istanbul: Adnan Menderes Bulvari, the main approach road to the city, seen from the city wall.
Keywords: architecture, artery, dual carriageway, flowing traffic, traffic, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, street scene

PMR499-05
Turkey, Istanbul: one of the many ornamental fountains to be found on street corners in the city.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, drinking water, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, street scene

PMR499-04
Turkey, Istanbul: monument commemorating the overthrow of Constantinople in 1453 by Fatih (= Conqueror) Mehmet II.
Keywords: natural heritage, triumph, sculpture, statue, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam

PMR499-03
Turkey, Istanbul: Ataturk Bulvari passes through the Aqueduct of Valens, almost one kilometre long, and credited to the fourth-century Roman Emperor Valens.
Keywords: architecture, historic, flowing traffic, dual carriageway, traffic, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage, street scene

PMR499-02
Turkey, Istanbul: Municipal Headquarters (Belediye), a modern building on the Ataturk Bulvari.
Keywords: architecture, administration, office block, reflecting pool, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam

PMR499-01
Turkey, Istanbul: local ferry-boat, plying across the Golden Horn, with the Galata Bridge and Yeni Mosque in the background.
Keywords: Islam, crossing, straits, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine

PMR498-12
Turkey, Istanbul: Suleymaniye Mosque, built in 1557 by Mimar Sinan, is regarded by many as his finest achievement. The mausoleum of Suleyman the Magnificent in the foreground (right).
Keywords: architecture, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage, picturesque

PMR498-11
Turkey, Istanbul: Beyazit Tower, raised by Mehmet II in 1823 as a watchtower, stands in the grounds of the university.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage, picturesque, street scene, architecture

PMR498-10
Turkey, Istanbul: allegorical figure of Ataturk with students in front of Istanbul University.
Keywords: architecture, monument, sculpture, statue, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage

PMR498-09
Turkey, Istanbul: frontage and two minarets of the Suleymaniye Mosque, built in 1557 by Mimar Sinan. Regarded by many as his finest achievement.
Keywords: architecture, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage, picturesque

PMR498-08
Turkey, Istanbul: Muslim gravestones and the mausoleum of Suleyman the Magnificent in the precints of the Suleymaniye Mosque.
Keywords: architecture, Constantinople, Muslim, Byzantine, Islam, natural heritage

PMR498-07
England, Gloucestershire, Upper Slaughter: the church tower and snow-covered churchyard and gravestones.
Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage

PMR498-06
England, Gloucestershire, Upper Slaughter: snow-covered cottages on the high street.
Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage

PMR498-05
England, Gloucestershire, Upper Slaughter: snow-covered footbridge over the stream, not far from the ford.
Keywords: winter, national heritage, historic, snow, architecture, Cotswold stone, picturesque, Cotswolds

PMR498-04
England, Gloucestershire, Upper Slaughter: snow-covered bush with red berries in the garden of a cottage.
Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage

PMR498-03
England, Gloucestershire, Lower Slaughter: mansion house in the snow.
Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage

PMR498-02
England, Gloucestershire, Lower Slaughter: snowy scene in the picturesque village, with wooden footbridge over the stream in the foreground.
Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage

PMR498-01
England, Gloucestershire, Lower Slaughter: cottages in winter sunshine cast reflections in the duck pond.
Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage

PMR497-12
England, Gloucestershire, Lower Slaughter: mellow stone cottages in the winter sun.
Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage

PMR497-11
England, Gloucestershire, Lower Slaughter: footbridge over the stream, with red-brick water mill in the background.
Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage

PMR497-10
England, Gloucestershire, Lower Slaughter: the village green and cottages in the snow.
Keywords: winter, national heritage, historic, snow, architecture, Cotswold stone, picturesque, Cotswolds

PMR497-09
England, Gloucestershire, Stow-on-the-Wold: the Unicorn Hotel.
Keywords: winter, pub, public house, national heritage, historic, snow, architecture, Cotswold stone, picturesque, Cotswolds

PMR497-08
England, Gloucestershire, Stow-on-the-Wold: the Royalist Hotel, "the oldest inn in England" (947 AD).
Keywords: winter, pub, public house, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, snow, historic, national heritage

PMR497-07
Austria, Styria, Leoben: fresh snow covers the wooded hills near Leoben, with the Eisenerz Alps in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life, snow , winter

PMR497-06
Austria, Styria, Leoben: tobogganing in the hills above the town.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life, snow , winter, sledge, sledging

PMR497-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: autumn colours reflected in Nymphenburg Park Lake.
Keywords: trees, woods, turning colours, falling leaves, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, long shadows, fallen leaves

PMR497-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: reflections of the Apollo Temple and autumn foliage in Nymphenburg Park Lake.
Keywords: trees, Munchen, fallen leaves, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine, colourful, falling leaves, turning colours, woods

PMR497-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: autumn in Nymphenburg Park - the Apollo Temple reflected in the lake.
Keywords: trees, München, woods, turning colours, falling leaves, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, fallen leaves

PMR497-02
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: Lake Seebensee and Obere Mahder from the Coburger Hut (1917 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR497-01
Austria, Tyrol, Ehrwald: view of Lake Seebensee (1657 metres) with the Zugspitze massif reflected in its waters.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR496-12
Island of Crete, Rethimnon: viiew of the town, Venetian fortress, and ferry terminal, from the new road.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, panorama, olive grove, olive tree

PMR496-11
Island of Crete, Rethimnon: the harbour, fishing boats and lighthouse, with the town and beaches in the background.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, haven, beacon, jetty, port, historic, reflections

PMR496-10
Island of Crete, Rethimnon: fishing boats in the harbour with the lighthouse in the background.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, haven, beacon, jetty, port, historic, reflections

PMR496-09
Island of Crete, Rethimnon: the harbour and lighthouse, with angler.
Keywords: national heritage, historic, port, jetty, beacon, fisherman, haven

PMR496-08
Island of Crete, Rethimnon: inside the enormous Venetian fortress; in the foreground is the roof of a storeroom which is in the process of restoration.
Keywords: national heritage, castle, historic, archeological, archeology, fortifications, defence

PMR496-07
Island of Crete, Aptera: the old Turkish fortress commands the passage of all shipping into and out of Soudha port.
Keywords: national heritage, vantage point, castle, fortifications, defence, historic

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

PMR496-05
Island of Crete, Aptera: recently uncovered Roman water cisterns.
Keywords: national heritage, excavations, historic, archeology, archeological

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

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

PMR496-02
Island of Crete, Palace of Festos: the "grand stairway" from the "theatral area".
Keywords: national heritage, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology

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

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

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

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

PMR495-09
Island of Crete, Kalives: handsome Orthodox church with twin belltowers.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture

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

PMR495-07
Island of Crete, Falasarna: the stone "throne" of unknown origin on the outskirts of the ruined city, founded prior to the 6th century BC.
Keywords: national heritage, historic, archeology, archeological

PMR495-06
Island of Crete, Akrotiri: facade of the church in the monastery of Ayia Triadha.
Keywords: national heritage, Orthodox, historic, architecture

PMR495-05
Island of Crete, Akrotiri: well and cloisters of the Gouvernetou Monastery.
Keywords: national heritage, monks, Orthodox, historic, architecture

PMR495-04
Island of Crete, Akrotiri: facade and belltower of the Gouvernetou Monastery Church.
Keywords: national heritage, Orthodox, historic, architecture

PMR495-03
Island of Crete, Akrotiri: Gouvernetou Monastery in its barren surroundings.
Keywords: mediaeval, historic, historic, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Orthodox, monks

PMR495-02
Island of Crete, Akrotiri: statue near the grave of Eleftherios Venizelos commemorating an uprising against theTurks in 1897.
Keywords: national heritage, historic, sculpture, monument

PMR495-01
Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: Ayia Roumeli, a new village at the seaward end of the gorge, where the walkers wait for a ferry to Hora Sfakion, from where there is a road connection to Harnia.
Keywords: picturesque, beach, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks

PMR494-12
Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: crossing the small stream on a wooden bridge near the seaward end of the gorge.
Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks

PMR494-11
Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: Sidheresportes (Iron Gates), where the walls of the gorge narrow to 3 metres.
Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks

PMR494-10
Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: exposed rock strata on the side of the gorge.
Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks

PMR494-09
Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: looking back (north) from the Sidheresportes (Iron Gates).
Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks

PMR494-08
Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: approach to Sidheresportes (Iron Gates).
Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks

PMR494-07
Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: distant view of the bridge and bed of the torrent.
Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks

PMR494-06
Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: bridge over the dried-up torrent leading to the old Samaria village.
Keywords: picturesque, walkers, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks

PMR494-05
Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: hundreds of "mini cairns" built by gorge-walkers.
Keywords: picturesque, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks

PMR494-04
Island of Crete, Samaria Gorge: wild landscape near the old Samaria village.
Keywords: picturesque, hiking, hike, canyon, stoney, stones , cliffs, geology, geological, rocky, rocks

PMR494-03
Island of Crete, Harnia: Mosque of the Janissaries, reflected in the waters of the harbour.
Keywords: mediaeval, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR494-02
Island of Crete, Harnia: cathedral, or Church of the Three Martyrs, built in the 19th century.
Keywords: national heritage, Christian, Orthodox, architecture

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

PMR493-12
Island of Crete, Harnia: one of a small number of minarets remaining in the old town.
Keywords: mediaeval, Muslim, Islam, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR493-11
Island of Crete, Harnia: a small remnant of the town walls, overgrown with Bougainvillea and Oleander.
Keywords: mediaeval, colourful, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR493-10
Island of Crete, Harnia: Hotel Palazzo in the old town, with its handsome wrought-iron balconies.
Keywords: picturesque, inn, street scene, architecture, national heritage

PMR493-09
Island of Crete, Harnia: Mosque of the Janissaries, built by the Turks in 1645, is the oldest Ottoman building on the island. With horse carriage in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, Muslim, Islam, architecture, national heritage

PMR493-08
Island of Crete, Harnia: Halidhon, the main street in the old town, where one can hire a horse carriage.
Keywords: street scene, fiacre, droshke

PMR493-07
Island of Crete, Harnia: statue of Kostaros K. Voludakis in Platia 1866 ("1866 Square").
Keywords: national heritage, historic, monument, sculpture

PMR493-06
Island of Crete, Harnia: Platia 1866 ("1866 Square") with Venetian fountain and palm trees. Statue of Kostaros K. Voludakis behind.
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, historic

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

PMR493-04
Island of Crete: Bali, a small resort on the north coast between Iraklion and Rethimnon, looking northwards along the coastline, towards Iraklion.
Keywords: picturesque, village, coastline, bay, landscape, scenic

PMR493-03
Island of Crete: Bali, a small resort on the north coast between Iraklion and Rethimnon.
Keywords: picturesque, coastline, bay, landscape, scenic

PMR493-02
Island of Crete, Iraklion: statue of Eleftherios Venizelos, Prime Minister of Greece 1910-32, who was responsible for uniting Crete with Greece.
Keywords: sculpture, historic, monument

PMR493-01
Island of Crete, Iraklion: Platia Eleftherias ("Freedom Square", the main square.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, street scene

PMR492-12
Island of Santorini, Fira: small church in the lower town with a handsome filigree cross. Cactus with fruit in the foreground.
Keywords: photogenic, Orthodox, colourful, picturesque

PMR492-11
Island of Santorini, Fira: a house built into the hillside in the lower town.
Keywords: traditional houses, home, dwelling, colourful, picturesque

PMR492-10
Island of Santorini, Fira: a house built into the hillside in the lower town.
Keywords: traditional houses, home, dwelling, colourful, picturesque

PMR492-09
Island of Santorini: coloured rocks, mixed together in a molten state, resemble ingredients in a pudding mix.
Keywords: colourful, stone, volcanic, geological, geology

PMR492-08
Island of Santorini: an unoccupied squatter's hut on the old mining site near Fira.
Keywords: hilltop site, holiday home, home, dwelling, shack

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

PMR492-06
Island of Santorini: an unoccupied squatter's hut near Fira with a "garden" of planted shrubs.
Keywords: hilltop site, shack, home, dwelling

PMR492-05
Island of Santorini: cruise ship "Century" of Calypso Lines moored in the "Caldera", with the volcanic island, Nea Kameni, in the background.
Keywords: photogenic, seascape, colourful, picturesque

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

PMR492-03
Island of Santorini, Perivolos: black sand beach, with the grey slopes of Mesa Vouno in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, bathing, swimming, volcanic

PMR492-02
Island of Santorini, Perissa: "Agora", an unusual gift shop, overlooked by Mount Profitis Ilias Monastery.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, cobbled street, photogenic

PMR492-01
Island of Santorini, Perissa: larger Orthodox church with blue domes and handsome belltower; behind, Mount Profitis Ilias with monastery and defence installations.
Keywords: photogenic, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque

PMR491-12
Island of Santorini, Oia: Finikia, the eastern part of Oia, with the "Caldera" and Imerovigli in the distance.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, coastline, cliffs, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter, photogenic

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

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

PMR491-09
Island of Santorini, Oia: blue and pink belltower of a church enhanced by brilliant Bougainvillea flowers and cacti over the door.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, Orthodox, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter, photogenic

PMR491-08
Island of Santorini, Oia: donkeys are the only practical means of transport on such steep and narrow ways. The muleteer urges from the rear.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, photogenic, old quarter, picturesque, hilltop site, beast of burden, ass

PMR491-07
Island of Santorini, Oia: donkeys are the only practical means of transport on such steep and narrow ways.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, photogenic, old quarter, picturesque, hilltop site, beast of burden, ass

PMR491-06
Island of Santorini, Oia: blue church domes with a pink belltower overlooking the "Caldera", with Fira in the distance.
Keywords: photogenic, Orthodox, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, taverna

PMR491-05
Island of Santorini, Oia: a tiny, whitewashed church on the outskirts of Oia, overlooking the sea to the north-west.
Keywords: photogenic, Orthodox, hilltop site, picturesque

PMR491-04
Island of Santorini, Oia: pink washed church and belltower with the traditional blue dome.
Keywords: photogenic, Orthodox, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque

PMR491-03
Island of Santorini: a fisherman baiting his line above the the cristal clear waters of the Bay of Ammoudi, with fishing boats at anchor, backed by the red volcanic cliffs.
Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter

PMR491-02
Island of Santorini: the tiny port of Ammoudi at the foot of the red volcanic cliffs, upon which stands the village of Oia.
Keywords: photogenic, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter

PMR491-01
Island of Santorini: buildings of Oia, dominated by the old windmill, from the bottom of the stairway down to the sea.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, photogenic, old quarter, traditional houses, picturesque, colourful, hilltop site

PMR490-12
Island of Santorini: holiday apartment complex with purple doorways at Oia. An old windmill is preserved above.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, photogenic

PMR490-11
Island of Santorini: holiday apartments with swimming pool on the northern tip of the island at Oia, with part of the tiny fishing port of Armeni below and the tip of the islet of Thirasia behind.
Keywords: photogenic, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses

PMR490-10
Island of Santorini: blue-domed church with Bougainvillea growing on the wall, in Oia.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, flowering, flowers, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter, photogenic

PMR490-09
Island of Santorini: buildings of Oia, clustered on the cliffside.
Keywords: photogenic, hilltop site, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter

PMR490-08
Island of Santorini: two doorways and a belltower in Oia.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, hilltop, colourful, picturesque, cobbled street, traditional houses, old quarter, photogenic

PMR490-07
Island of Santorini: lower Fira, with the Orthodox Cathedral, in the light of the setting sun.
Keywords: photogenic, hilltop, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter

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

PMR490-05
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

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

PMR490-03
Island of Santorini: cliffside riddled with abandoned cave-houses at Imerovigli.
Keywords: photogenic, cave dwellings, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter

PMR490-02
Island of Santorini: view south along the coast from Imerovigli with Fira and cruise ships at anchor.
Keywords: photogenic, traditional houses, picturesque, cliffs, volcanic

PMR490-01
Island of Santorini: view of the steep lip of the ex-volcano at the narrowest part of the island, looking north from Imerovigli.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, geology, shoreline, volcanic, cape, ridge

PMR489-12
Island of Santorini, Imerovigli: holiday apartments with red-painted doors, with Fira in the background, and Mount Profitis Ilias in the distance.
Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, colourful, terraces

PMR489-11
Island of Santorini: tiny private terrace overlooking the "Caldera" with a view along the coast.
Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses

PMR489-10
Island of Santorini: view along the steep coast from Imerovigli looking towards Fira, with anchored cruise ships.
Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses

PMR489-09
Island of Santorini: roof geometry with urn, and view of the "Caldera".
Keywords: photogenic, vista, colourful, picturesque

PMR489-08
Island of Santorini: a modern home stands next to its abandoned predecessor, hollowed out of the cliff.
Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses

PMR489-07
Island of Santorini, Fira: the town of Fira merges into Imervigli opposite the rock "Skaros". View along the lip.
Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses, old quarter

PMR489-06
Island of Santorini, Fira: informal shops on one of the intimate ways in upper Fira.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, colourful, picturesque, cobbled street, traditional houses, old quarter, photogenic

PMR489-05
Island of Santorini, Fira: modern holiday accommodation with swimming pool and terraces bedecked with flowering plants.
Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque

PMR489-03 (2)
Island of Santorini, Fira: the town of Fira clings to the steep lip of the ex-volcano crater. On the left is the rock "Skaros", on which an impregnable fortress provided refuge from pirates for the island inhabitants in the Middle Ages.
Keywords: photogenic, colourful, picturesque, traditional houses

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

PMR489-02
Island of Santorini, Fira: cruise ships anchored in the "Caldera" below Fira, with a Bougainvillea terrace in the foreground.
Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, colourful, vista

PMR489-01
Island of Santorini, Fira: cruise ships anchored in the "Caldera" below Fira, with the volcanic island, Nea Kameni, behind.
Keywords: photogenic, picturesque, colourful, vista

PMR488-12
Island of Santorini, Fira: main road and shopping area of the island's principal town.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, street view, photogenic, old quarter, cobbled street, picturesque, colourful

PMR488-11
Island of Santorini, Fira: main road and shopping area of the island's principal town.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, street view, photogenic, old quarter, cobbled street, picturesque, colourful

PMR488-10
Island of Crete, Iraklion: harbour and Venetian fortress at night.
Keywords: mediaeval, historic, fishing boats, reflections, architecture, national heritage

PMR488-09
Island of Crete, Palace of Knossos: "House of the Frescoes", adjacent to the "Royal Road".
Keywords: architecture, restoration, preservation, history, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology, national heritage

PMR488-08
Island of Crete, Palace of Knossos: the "Royal Road", looking towards the palace. A number of large private houses gave on to this way.
Keywords: architecture, restoration, preservation, history, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology, national heritage

PMR488-07
Island of Crete, Palace of Knossos: "North Lustral Bath", probably a shrine with religious significance.
Keywords: picturesque, restoration, preservation, history, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology, national heritage, architecture

PMR488-06
Island of Crete, Palace of Knossos: restored pithos (urn) and porch above the north entrance.
Keywords: picturesque, restoration, preservation, history, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology, national heritage, architecture

PMR488-05
Island of Crete, Palace of Knossos: reconstructed walls in the south east section.
Keywords: architecture, restoration, preservation, history, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology, national heritage

PMR488-04
Island of Crete, Palace of Knossos: reconstructed stairway to the King's Megaron.
Keywords: picturesque, restoration, preservation, history, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology, national heritage, architecture

PMR488-03
Island of Crete, Palace of Knossos: restored portico with columns and relief fresco of the bull, above the north entrance.
Keywords: picturesque, restoration, preservation, history, historic, excavations, archeological, archeology, national heritage, architecture

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

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

PMR459-12
Hungary, Debrecen: Déri Museum and gardens, contains many works of art collected by industrialist Frigyes Déri, and "Ecce Homo" by Mihály Munkácsy.
Keywords: national heritage, historical, architecture, culture

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

PMR459-10
Hungary, Debrecen: the Reformed College, centre of Calvinist teaching. The present building, built by Mihály Péchy in 1816, replaced one dating from 1675.
Keywords: national heritage, panorama, historical, Neoclassical, architecture

PMR459-09
Hungary, Debrecen: Monument to Lajos Kossuth, erected in 1914. Here Kossuth declared the independence of Hungary from Austria in 1849.
Keywords: national heritage, freedom fighter, architecture, historical, sculpture, national hero, memorial, statue, sculpture

PMR459-08
Hungary, Debrecen: the Calvinist "Great Reform Church", completed in 1819, is the well-known landmark of the city. The Lajos Kossuth monument stands on the left.
Keywords: national heritage, sculpture, statue, heritage, historical, neo-classical, architecture

PMR459-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the whole of the resort of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, with the Wetterstein range stretching into the distance, viewed from the Felsenkanzel.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR459-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Mount Brünstelkopf from Mount Kramerspitz, with sheep in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR459-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria: flock of sheep on the summit of Mount Kramerspitz.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR459-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view east from the summit of Mount Kramerspitz (1985 metres).
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR459-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria: approaching the summit of Mount Kramerspitz (1985 metres).
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR459-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Wetterstein Mountains and the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain, with the village of Grainau in the valley.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR459-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria: western end of the Wetterstein mountains, with the village of Hammersbach in the valley.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR458-12
Germany, Bavaria, Passau: onion domes of the cathedral and Danube cruise boats reflected in the waters of the river.
Keywords: picturesque, churches, reflections, skyline, architecture

PMR458-11
Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: wine tavern supporting luxuriant vines, where the local "Heurige" (new) wines are on sale.
Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage

PMR458-10
Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: vineyards below the town, overlooked by the ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart was allegedly imprisoned until discovered by his faithful servant, Blondel.
Keywords: mediaeval, countryside, rustical, defence, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque

PMR458-09
Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: "Gasthof Goldener Strauss" ("Golden Ostrich Inn"), mecca for thirsty cyclists.
Keywords: mediaeval, old quarter, picturesque, national heritage, architecture

PMR458-08
Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: the River Danube winds its way between the typical green hills of the Wachau.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, countryside, rustic, bucilic, national heritage

PMR458-07
Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: houses built against the steep, rocky mountainside, overlooked by the remains of the old town fortifications.
Keywords: mediaeval, defence, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR458-06
Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: main street and part of the town hall.
Keywords: mediaeval, old quarter, cottages, village, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR458-05
Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: wooded banks of the River Danube, from the promenade.
Keywords: picturesque, rustic, bucolic, nature, landscape, countryside

PMR458-04
Austria, Dürnstein in the Wachau: the ornate Baroque belltower of the parish church can be seen from afar.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage

PMR458-03
Slovakia, Bratislava: Slovakia's National Theatre, built according to plans of Viennese architects in 1884-6. The Ganymede Fountain, in front of the theatre, is the work of V.O. Tilgner.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage

PMR458-02
Slovakia, Bratislava: denizen of the underworld? Bronze street sculpture on Panská (Street).
Keywords: Pressburg, artistic, whimsical, capital city

PMR458-01
Slovakia, Bratislava: "U Salvatora" pharmacy, in a still-to-be-renovated Neo-Renaissance building at Panská (Street) 35.
Keywords: national heritage, capital city, Pressburg, architecture

PMR457-12
Slovakia, Bratislava: Terrace and facade of the new parliament building overlooking the River Danube.
Keywords: architecture, assembly, congress, capital city, Pressburg

PMR457-11
Slovakia, Bratislava: Bratislava Fortress (Hrad), visible for miles around, was destroyed in a fire in 1811, rebuilt from 1953. The first fortress on this site was built by the Slavs in the 9th century. Known locally as "the bedstead".
Keywords: mediaeval, capital city, Pressburg, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR457-10
Slovakia, Bratislava: SNP Bridge ("Bridge of the Uprising of the Slovakian People") spans the River Danube to the residential area "Petrzalka", where 150,000 people live. Atop the bridge supports is a restaurant with a panoramic view.
Keywords: picturesque, dormitory suburb, river barges, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage

PMR457-09
Slovakia, Bratislava: St. Martin's Cathedral was used from 1563 to 1830 for the coronations of the kings of Hungary, when Budapest was occupied by the Turks; hence the gold crown atop the spire. The red building is an extension to the Slovakian National Gallery. River Danube can be seen in the distance.
Keywords: mediaeval, panorama, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR457-08
Slovakia, Bratislava: the "Good Shepherd" ("U dobrého pastiera"), a carefully restored Rococo building, is home to a museum of clocks and watches.
Keywords: picturesque, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage

PMR457-07
Slovakia, Bratislava: the "Good Shepherd" ("U dobrého pastiera"), a carefully restored Rococo building, is home to a museum of clocks and watches.
Keywords: picturesque, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage

PMR457-06
Slovakia, Bratislava: the Austrian Embassy, newly restored.
Keywords: picturesque, wood-carving, stone-carving, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage

PMR457-05
Slovakia, Bratislava: Michalská (Street) with Michalský brána, the sole survivor of three town gate-towers, the oldest part of which dates back to the 14th century.
Keywords: mediaeval, street scene, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR457-04
Slovakia, Bratislava: typical of the narrow alleyways in the old quarter of the city is the Basteigasse.
Keywords: mediaeval, cobblestones, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR457-03
Slovakia, Bratislava: Palais Grassalkowich, built 1760-65 for Prince Anton Grassalkowich, until recently used by the communist youth organisation "Young Pioneers". View of the entrance with Slovakian flag.
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Pressburg, capital city, palace, mansion

PMR457-02
Slovakia, Bratislava: Palais Grassalkowich, built 1760-65 for Prince Anton Grassalkowich, until recently used by the communist youth organisation "Young Pioneers".
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Pressburg, capital city, palace, mansion

PMR457-01
Slovakia, Bratislava: Renaissance arcades in the inner court of the Old Town Hall (Stará radnica), dating in part from 13/14th century. It now houses the City Museum.
Keywords: mediaeval, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR456-12
Slovakia, Bratislava: Hlavné námestie (square) with the tower of the Old Town Hall and the Roland statue over the fountain of the same name.
Keywords: mediaeval, cobblestones, capital city, Pressburg, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR456-11
Slovakia, Bratislava: the castle facade of the new parliament building.
Keywords: national heritage, capital city, architecture, Pressburg, congress

PMR456-10
Slovakia, Bratislava: Slavín Monument, erected in 1960 to the memory of 6000 soviet soldiers who lost their lives in the battle for Bratislava.
Keywords: architecture, capital city, statue, sculpture, memorial, national heritage, Pressburg

PMR456-09
Slovakia, Bratislava: some of the memorial stones to soviet soldiers round the Slavín Monument.
Keywords: Pressburg, capital city

PMR456-08
Slovakia, Bratislava: Slavín Monument, erected in 1960 to the memory of 6000 soviet soldiers who lost their lives in the battle for Bratislava.
Keywords: architecture, capital city, statue, sculpture, memorial, national heritage, Pressburg

PMR456-07
Hungary, Hortobágy: finely embroidered tablecloths awaiting a buyer.
Keywords: souvenirs, cotton, linen, artisans, needlework, textiles, artistic

PMR456-06
Hungary, Hortobágy: stalls offering a wide range of locally-made basketwork, wood-carvings and ceramics.
Keywords: souvenirs, local-produce, utensils, artisans

PMR456-05
Hungary, Hortobágy: group of bronze figures in traditional dress gathered round a well near the entrance to the national park (puszta). Behind is the famous stone bridge with nine arches, built in 1830, the longest such in Hungary.
Keywords: monument, statues, picturesque, historical, heritage

PMR456-04
Hungary, Szolnok: agricultural machinery show at the airport.
Keywords: agriculture, equipment, farm, exposition

PMR456-03
Hungary, Szolnok: hot air balloon at the airport.
Keywords: aviation, lighter-than-air, ballooning

PMR456-02
Hungary: masses of colourful purple and yellow flowering crops with roadside poppies.
Keywords: agriculture, flowers, plants, colour

PMR456-01
Hungary: masses of colourful purple and yellow flowering crops.
Keywords: agriculture, flowers, plants, colour

PMR455-12
Hungary, Budapest: view of the River Danube and city from the Citadel, with Elizabeth Bridge in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, metropolis, capital city, national heritage

PMR455-11
Hungary, Szeged: statue of Lajos Kossuth (?) in Klauzál Square where he gave his last public address on 12th July 1849 before going into exile.
Keywords: national heritage, national hero, monument, sculpture, historical, neo-classical, architecture, freedom fighter

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

PMR455-09
Hungary, Szeged: facade of the monumental Votive Church, built between 1913 and 1929 according to plans of Frigyes Schulek, showing the 3-metre-high figure of the Virgin and Child and mosaics of the Apostles.
Keywords: national heritage, stone carvings, sculpture, architecture, historical, Christian, religion

PMR455-08
Hungary, Szeged: Greek Orthodix Church of St. Nicholas used by the Serbs, with adjacent Jugendstil/Art Nouveau building.
Keywords: national heritage, Christian, religion, Baroque, historical, architecture

PMR455-07
Hungary, Szeged: facade of the monumental Votive Church, built between 1913 and 1929 according to plans of Frigyes Schulek.
Keywords: national heritage, architecture, historical, Christian, religion

PMR455-06
Hungary, Szeged: brick-built house in the Jugendstil/Art Nouveau style in the Var utca (street).
Keywords: architecture, Art Deco, national heritage

PMR455-05
Hungary, Szeged: Palace of Culture, which houses the Ferenc Móra Museum and city library.
Keywords: national heritage, heritage, historical, neo-classical, architecture

PMR455-04
Hungary, Szeged: Palace of Culture, which houses the Ferenc Móra Museum and city library.
Keywords: national heritage, heritage, historical, neo-classical, architecture

PMR455-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria: forester's wooden hut in the Leitzach Valley near Bayrischzell.
Keywords: trees, chalet, alpine, woods, turning colours, falling leaves, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, fallen leaves

PMR455-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria: red maple leaves against an azure sky near Bayrischzell.
Keywords: trees, woods, turning colours, falling leaves, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall

PMR455-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria: carpet of autumn leaves in the Bavarian Alps near Bayrischzell.
Keywords: trees, alpine, woods, turning colours, falling leaves, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, fallen leaves

PMR454-12
Austria, Salzkammergut, Radstadt: one of the towers of the 13th century ramparts which are still largely intact.
Keywords: alpine, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, autumn colours, defence, fortifications

PMR454-11
Austria, Styria, Admont: the Benedictine Abbey, founded in the 11th century but rebuilt in 1865, possesses a famous Rococo library comprising 1600 Mss. and 150,000 volumes.
Keywords: alpine, architecture, religious order, learning-centre, picturesque

PMR454-10
Austria, Styria: typical autumn landscape in the "Gesäuse", a long and steep-sided pass through the Ennstaler Alps.
Keywords: alpine, river-bank, snow, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR454-09
Austria, Styria, Eisenerz: the rocky summit of the Pfaffenstein (1871 metres) towers over the old mining town.
Keywords: alpine, heritage, historic, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR454-08
Austria, Styria, Eisenerz: former Town Hall, dating from the 15th century, now serves as a courthouse (Bezirksgericht), with the Alps behind.
Keywords: alpine, mediaeval, heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, mountain range

PMR454-07
Austria, Styria, Eisenerz: the Iron Mountain (Erzberg) is composed entirely of iron ore and has been mined since the Middle Ages. 17.5 million tonnes of ore are extracted annually to supply the Styrian iron industry.
Keywords: alpine, open-cast, terraces, steel industry, geological, geology, alpine scenery, mountain range

PMR454-06
Austria, Styria, Mariazell: facade of the Benedictine Basilica; when the Gothic church was extended in 1644-1704 two Baroque towers were added on either side of the original porch and tower.
Keywords: alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, Catholic, pilgrim's goal, holy place

PMR454-05
Austria, Styria, Mariazell: park in the centre of the town, with the Hotel Schwarzer Adler in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, formal gardens

pmr451-03
Latvia, Riga: newly renovated buildings in the Old Town, with the restaurant "Pút Bé´jin" in the foreground.
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR454-04
Austria, Styria, Mariazell: facade of the Benedictine Basilica; when the Gothic church was extended in 1644-1704 two Baroque towers were added on either side of the original porch and tower.
Keywords: alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, Catholic, pilgrim's goal, holy place

PMR454-03
Austria, Styria, Mariazell: goal of pilgrims throughout the lands of the former Habsburg Empire, is situated on the escarpment of a verdant Alpine basin. Panorama of the town.
Keywords: alpine, historic, holy place, pilgrim's goal, Catholic, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR454-02
Austria, Styria: Brandhof Hunting Lodge, where the Archduke Johann secretly married a commoner, Anna Plochl, in 1827.
Keywords: alpine, romantic, historic, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR454-01
Austria, Styria: Lake Leopoldstein in the Eisernerz Alps.
Keywords: alpine, reflections, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR453-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: west facade of the New Palace built 1701-27 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria to plans of architects Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner, with part of the formal gardens designed by the Frenchmen, Carbonet and Girard..
Keywords: architecture, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park, flower gardens

PMR453-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: west facade of the New Palace built 1701-27 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria to plans of architects Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner, with part of the formal gardens designed by the Frenchmen, Carbonet and Girard..
Keywords: architecture, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park, flower gardens

PMR453-10
Germany, Thüringen, Meiningen: centre of the steam and diesel locomotive building industry in the former GDR: a class 52 steam locomotive, no. 8163, built by the Skoda Works in 1943, now withdrawn from service.
Keywords: railway-centre, rail-depot

PMR453-09
Germany, Thüringen, Meiningen: centre of the steam and diesel locomotive building industry in the former GDR: a class 232 diesel locomotive on the turntable, built in 1973 at the October Revolution Locomotive Works, Voroshilovgrad, USSR.
Keywords: railway-centre, rail-depot

PMR453-08
Germany, Thüringen, Meiningen: centre of the steam and diesel locomotive building industry in the former GDR: a class 213 diesel locomotive, no. 338, built in1965-6 by Maschinenbau Kiel GmbH.
Keywords: railway-centre, rail-depot

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

PMR453-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: west facade of the New Palace built 1701-27 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria to plans of architects Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner, with formal gardens.
Keywords: architecture, flower gardens, park, Schloss Schleissheim, Baroque architecture, Schleißheimer Schloß, formal gardens

PMR453-05
Poland, Stargard: gable of the Town Hall with a tower of St. Mary's Parish Church behind.
Keywords: mediaeval, Gothic, historic, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR453-04
Poland, Stargard: the oldest town gate is the Brama Pyrzycka from the end of the 13th century.
Keywords: mediaeval, historic, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR453-03
Poland, Stargard: towers belonging to the town's fortifications built in the late 15th century, now used as a museum.
Keywords: mediaeval, historic, defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR453-02
Poland, Stargard: a brick, Gothic burgher house, dating back to the 15th century, but altered in mid-17th century.
Keywords: mediaeval, historic, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR453-01
Poland, Stargard: the Gothic Town Hall acquired some Renaissance features during a rebuild in 1638, and the gable now displays terracotta filigree-work.
Keywords: mediaeval, historic, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, decolourful

PMR452-12
Poland, Stargard: Parish Church of St. Mary, dating back to the late 13th century, with newly renovated "Old Guard-house" (left) and gable houses.
Keywords: mediaeval, historic, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, red-brick, Gothic

PMR452-10
Lithuania, Vilnius: the neo-classical Cathedral of St. Stanislav, built in 1783 under the supervision of the young architect, Laurynas Stucka-Gucevicius, was used as a concert hall before Lithuania's independence.
Keywords: city, columns, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR452-09
Lithuania, Vilnius: statue of Prince Gediminas with his horse, traditionally regarded as the founder of Vilnius in 1323 after he had a dream of a "huge, iron wolf".
Keywords: city, bronze, sculpture, monument, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR452-08
Lithuania, Klaipéda: "Meridianas", an old sailing ship moored not far from the town centre, now serves as a restaurant.
Keywords: picturesque, veteran, nautical, marine, sail, tradition, heritage, Memel

PMR452-07
Lithuania, Klaipéda: a timber-frame house, unusual in the Baltic countries, but in Memel/Klaipéda a few recall the previous German community.
Keywords: picturesque, dwelling, half-timbered, architecture, tradition, heritage, Memel

PMR452-06
Lithuania, Klaipéda: the theatre, with Simon Dach (1605-59) Fountain and the newly-replaced figure of "Ännchen von Tharau", the subject of one of his poems.
Keywords: Memel, bronze, statue, monument, architecture, tradition, heritage

PMR452-05
Lithuania, Klaipéda: street trader in amber which is found in substantial quantities all along the Baltic coast.
Keywords: picturesque, jewellery, tradition, heritage, Memel

PMR452-04
Lithuania, Klaipéda: the car ferry, "Nida", which provides a link between Klaipéda and Smiltyné on the Neringa Peninsula. The crossing takes 20 minutes.
Keywords: picturesque, nautical, marine, vessel, ship, boat , Memel

PMR452-03
Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: the Ethnographical Museum in a traditional thatched, wooden building.
Keywords: picturesque, Courland Spit, fishing, village, colourful, heritage, tradition

PMR452-02
Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: typical thatched wooden fisherman's cottage in Nida.
Keywords: picturesque, tradition, heritage, colourful, village, fishing, Courland Spit

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

PMR451-12
Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula, Pervalka: a thatched wooden cottage in the traditional style.
Keywords: picturesque, tradition, heritage, colourful, village, fishing

PMR451-11
Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: carved tree trunk to the memory of Liudvikas Gedimas Reza.
Keywords: picturesque, Courland Spit, sculpture, monument, woodcarving, heritage, tradition

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

PMR451-09
Lithuania, Neringa Peninsula: colourful, traditional wooden house in Juodkrante.
Keywords: picturesque, Courland Spit, tradition, heritage, colourful, village, fishing

PMR451-08
Latvia, Liepája: old wooden houses and the neo-Gothic, red-brick church tower.
Keywords: picturesque, street scene

PMR451-07
Latvia, Liepája: the market hall, adjoining the open-air market, with the church in the background.
Keywords: street scene, architecture

PMR451-06
Latvia, Liepája: market scene, with churchtowers in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, fruit, vegetables, colourful

PMR451-05
Latvia, Ventspils: Russian Orthodox Church.
Keywords: architecture, Christian, Byzantine, national heritage, picturesque

PMR451-04
Latvia, Riga: the National Opera House, previously the Deutsches Theater, opened in 1856 (architect: Ludwig Bonstedt).
Keywords: architecture, colourful, flowerbeds, national heritage, historic, picturesque, neo-classical, capital city, metropolis

PMR451-02
Latvia, Riga: statue to the "Red Latvian Marksmen". Behind (right) the Museum of Soviet Achievement awaits redevelopment.
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR451-01
Latvia, Riga: the Latvian Academy of Science Building, completed in 1957, houses 13 research institutes.
Keywords: city, skyscraper, high-rise, national heritage, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR450-12
Estonia, Tartu: the main university building, completed in 1809.
Keywords: architecture, columns, neoclassical, urban, national heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR450-11
Estonia, Tartu: the new university building.
Keywords: architecture, urban, national heritage, picturesque

PMR450-10
Estonia, Tartu: the classical Town Hall Building, dating from1789 (architect: Bartholomäus Walter), with youngsters selling newspapers in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, urban, national heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR450-08
Estonia, Tartu: Town Hall Square, with the Town Hall at the head.
Keywords: architecture, urban, national heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR450-07
Estonia, Tartu: the "Crooked House", no. 18 Town Hall Square, owes its appearance to ground subsidence.
Keywords: architecture, urban, national heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR450-06
Estonia, Narva: the tower "Langer Hermann" in Hermann's Fortress stands eyeball-to-eyeball with the Russian fortress Ivangorod, on the opposite side of the River Narva. It now houses a number of museums.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, fortifications, defence

PMR450-05
Estonia, Narva: the Russian fortress Ivangorod from the walls of Hermann's Fortress with historic mortar in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, fortifications, defence

PMR450-04
Estonia, Narva: the Russian fortress Ivangorod from the bank of the River Narva.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, fortifications, defence

PMR450-03
Estonia, Narva: the Russian fortress Ivangorod from the walls of Hermann's Fortress.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, fortifications, defence

PMR450-02
Estonia, Narva: the tower "Langer Hermann" in Hermann's Fortress stands eyeball-to-eyeball with the Russian fortress Ivangorod, on the opposite side of the River Narva. It now houses a number of museums.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, fortifications, defence

PMR450-01
Estonia, Tallinn: the Estonian Open Air Museum: farm building from Rusi, South Estonia (end of 19th century).
Keywords: picturesque, old implements, handwork, living conditions, country life, wooden buildings, village life, national heritage, historic

PMR449-12
Estonia, Tallinn: the Estonian Open Air Museum: two windmills from: Saaremaa (1871-6) and Sutlepa, West Estonia (1748).
Keywords: picturesque, old implements, handwork, living conditions, country life, wooden buildings, village life, national heritage, historic

PMR449-11
Estonia, Tallinn: the Estonian Open Air Museum: tenant-farm building from the island of Hiiumaa (second half of the 19th century).
Keywords: picturesque, old implements, handwork, living conditions, country life, wooden buildings, village life, national heritage, historic

PMR449-10
Estonia, Tallinn: the Estonian Open Air Museum: North Estonian farm building from Kutsari (late 19th century) with contemporary crops in the garden.
Keywords: picturesque, old implements, handwork, living conditions, country life, wooden buildings, village life, national heritage, historic

PMR449-09
Estonia, Tallinn: the Estonian Open Air Museum: West Estonian tenant-farm building from the second half of the 19th century, with traditional well in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, old implements, handwork, living conditions, country life, wooden buildings, village life, national heritage, historic

PMR449-08
Estonia, Tallinn: the Estonian Open Air Museum: West Estonian farm building from mid 18th century, with traditional well in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, old implements, handwork, living conditions, country life, wooden buildings, village life, national heritage, historic

PMR449-07
Estonia, Tallinn: entrance to Palmse, in the Lahemaa National Park: Palmse Manor House, built for the Governor-General Carl Magnus von der Pahlen in 1697, is now used as a hotel.
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR449-06
Estonia, Tallinn: the stone-built Estonian Drama Theatre.
Keywords: city, repertory, stage, national heritage, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR449-05
Estonia, Tallinn: a corner of Townhall Square (Raekoja plats) with the old apothecary's shop on the left. This has been in business since 1422 and is thus one of the oldest in Europe.
Keywords: city, pharmacy, chemist, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR449-04
Estonia, Tallinn: a novel sculpture in the Tornide väljak ("Place of Towers") Park.
Keywords: city, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, art, artistic, striking

PMR449-03
Estonia, Tallinn: a terrace of houses on Kooli (Street) overlooked by the defence tower called "Loewenschede".
Keywords: city, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR449-02
Estonia, Tallinn: the "Three Sisters", three gable houses built in the 15th century by a rich merchant for his three daughters.
Keywords: city, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR449-01
Estonia, Tallinn: "Alexander Nevski" Russian Orthodox Cathedral, completed in 1900, on Cathedral Hill.
Keywords: city, Byzantine, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR448-12
Estonia, Tallinn: an old burgher house with storage space on the upper floors.
Keywords: city, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR448-11
Estonia, Tallinn: four of the remaining defence towers on the town wall. In the 17th century there were 50 such towers and each had a name.
Keywords: city, fortifications, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR448-10
Estonia, Tallinn: town wall with defence towers and wooden gallery.
Keywords: city, fortifications, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval

PMR448-09
Estonia, Tallinn: Toompea Palace, seat of the Estonian Parliament.
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR448-08
Latvia: beach scene near Vitrupe, not far from the Estonian border.
Keywords: landscape, deserted, river, sand, nature

PMR448-07
Latvia, Salaspils: memorial park on the site of a Nazi concentration camp, where more than 100,000 people died in three years. A group of figures, "Vow", "Redfront" and "Solidarity".
Keywords: historic, resistance, stubbornness, stubborn, symbol, monument, sculpture, statue

PMR448-06
Latvia, Salaspils: memorial park on the site of a Nazi concentration camp, where more than 100,000 people died in three years. This figure, "obstinacy", represents a man with two broken legs, struggling to rise.
Keywords: historic, resistance, stubbornness, stubborn, symbol, monument, sculpture, statue

PMR448-05
Latvia, Riga: National Parliament Building.
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR448-04
Latvia, Riga: National Theatre.
Keywords: city, Art Deco, national heritage, historic, picturesque, neo-classical, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR448-03
Latvia, Riga: Church of Saints Peter and Paul.
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, neo-classical, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR448-02
Latvia, Riga: city skyline, with the castle in the centre, from the Vansu Suspension Bridge.
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, mediaeval, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR448-01
Latvia, Riga: view of the castle, built in 1350 by the Knights of theTeutonic Order, which now houses museums and the national art gallery.
Keywords: city, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, historic, national heritage

PMR447-12
Latvia, Riga: Russian Orthodox Cathedral of Christ, built in 1884, was used as a planetarium before independence.
Keywords: city, Byzantine, national heritage, historic, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR447-11
Latvia, Riga: statue of the seated Jánis Rainis, national poet, with the domes of the Russian Orthodox Cathedral behind.
Keywords: city, monument, sculpture, national heritage, historic, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR447-10
Latvia, Riga: the French Embassy on Raina bulvári.
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR447-09
Latvia, Riga: the base of the Freedom Monument. The inscription, "Tévzemei un Brivibai", means "For Fatherland and Freedom".
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR447-08
Latvia, Riga: the old Powder Tower on Smilsu iela (street).
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, mediaeval, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR447-07
Latvia, Riga: view of the cathedral, the castle, St. Jacob's Church, the River Daugava and the docks, with Cathedral Square in the centre, from the tower of St. Peter's Church.
Keywords: city, panorama, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR447-06
Latvia, Riga: view of the cathedral, the castle and Vansu Suspension Bridge over the River Daugava, from the tower of St. Peter's Church.
Keywords: city, panorama, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR447-05
Latvia, Riga: view of the cathedral, the castle and Vansu Suspension Bridge over the River Daugava, from the tower of St. Peter's Church.
Keywords: city, panorama, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR447-04
Latvia, Riga: The "Bremer Musikanten", a modern sculpture presented to Riga by its patron city, Bremen, on the Skarnu iela (street).
Keywords: city, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, historic, national heritage, monument, bronze

PMR447-03
Latvia, Riga: two of the three burgher houses known as "The Three Brothers", dating from 15-18th centuries.
Keywords: city, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, historic, national heritage, mediaeval

PMR447-02
Latvia, Riga: newly restored buildings in the centre of the city.
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR447-01
Latvia, Riga: tower of Riga Cathedral whose foundation stone was laid in 1211 by Bishop Albert of Bremen, the founder of the town.
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR446-12
Latvia, Riga: superbly restored terrace on Torna iela (street), containing boutiques and offices.
Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR446-11
Latvia, Riga: the national freedom monument in the heart of the capital. The three stars held aloft by the figure symbolise the three provinces of Latvia.
Keywords: city, statue, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture

PMR446-10
Lithuania, Salociai: windmill and typical wood-carvings at the roadside, close to the Latvian border.
Keywords: picturesque, handwork, folk culture, folk art, wooden figures, sculptures, tradition, historic

PMR446-09
Lithuania, Trakai: this striking wooden building with columned portico is the office of the National Park administration.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, architecture

PMR446-08
Lithuania, Trakai: typical wooden houses of the people of the Jewish Karaite sect who were brought here over 600 years ago from the Crimea to act as palace guards for Prince Vytautas, and still maintain their language and culture.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, tradition, historic, mediaeval

PMR446-07
Lithuania, Trakai: one of the mighty corner-towers of the castle, from the wooden bridge.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, defence, fortifications, red brick, architecture

PMR446-06
Lithuania, Trakai: view of the old, original walls and steps of the castle from the grassy moat.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, defence, fortifications, architecture

PMR446-05
Lithuania, Trakai: gatehouse tower of the castle reflected in the waters of Lake Galves.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, defence, fortifications, red brick, architecture

PMR446-04
Lithuania, Trakai: reflections of the castle through the trees on Lake Galves.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, defence, fortifications, red brick, architecture

PMR446-03
Lithuania, Trakai: two young girls watching the swans and yachts on Lake Galves.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, rural, countryside, sailing boats

PMR446-02
Lithuania, Trakai: the castle with wooden access bridge. Built in the 14th century as a refuge from the knights of the Teutonic Order.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, defence, fortifications, sailing boats, red brick, architecture

PMR446-01
Lithuania, Trakai: yachts on Lake Galves with the castle on its island in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, defence, fortifications, sailing boats, red brick, architecture

PMR445-12
Poland, Ketrzyn: Hitler's "Wolfsschanze" ("Wolf's Redoubt") near the Russian border was to be his eastern HQ and consists of nearly 40 massive concrete bunkers which the Nazis attempted to blow up in the face of the Russian advance:
umber 2 mess bunker. In a similar bunker not far away Graf von Stauffenberg made his abortive attempt on Hitler's life with a bomb.
Keywords: defence, assassination attempt, Graf von Stauffenberg, Eastern Front, WWII, fortifications

PMR445-11
Poland, Ketrzyn: Hitler's "Wolfsschanze" ("Wolf's Redoubt") near the Russian border was to be his eastern HQ and consists of nearly 40 massive concrete bunkers which the Nazis attempted to blow up in the face of the Russian advance:
blown-out wall of Goering's personal bunker. Note the thickness of the roof.
Keywords: defence, assassination attempt, Graf von Stauffenberg, Eastern Front, WWII, fortifications

PMR445-10
Poland, Ketrzyn: Hitler's "Wolfsschanze" ("Wolf's Redoubt") near the Russian border was to be his eastern HQ and consists of nearly 40 massive concrete bunkers which the Nazis attempted to blow up in the face of the Russian advance:
Hitler's personal bunker had six entrances on the north side; the concrete roof was 8.5 metres thick. On top was an ant-aircraft gun post.
Keywords: defence, assassination attempt, Graf von Stauffenberg, Eastern Front, WWII, fortifications

PMR445-08
Poland, Ketrzyn: Hitler's "Wolfsschanze" ("Wolf's Redoubt") near the Russian border was to be his eastern HQ and consists of nearly 40 massive concrete bunkers which the Nazis attempted to blow up in the face of the Russian advance:
collapsed roof and twisted steel reinforcing bars with the encroaching forest.
Keywords: defence, assassination attempt, Graf von Stauffenberg, Eastern Front, WWII, fortifications

PMR445-05
Poland, Gdansk: flea market near the end of the Long Jetty.
Keywords: Danzig, sale, second-hand, junk shop, jumble sale

PMR445-04
Poland, Gdansk: the tower of St. Katharine's Church, dating from the 14th century.
Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR445-02
Poland, Gdansk: Long Market Place ("Dlugi Targ") with Town Hall and clocktower in the background.
Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR445-01
Poland, Gdansk: entrance to one of the burgher houses dated 1660, built above street level to prevent flooding.
Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR444-12
Poland, Gdansk: gabled houses on Mariacka overshadowed by St. Mary's Cathedral.
Keywords: mediaeval, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR444-11
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

PMR444-07
Poland, Gdansk: 14th century St. Katharine's Church was formerly the parish church of the old town.
Keywords: mediaeval, red brick, Danzig, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR444-06
Poland, Gdansk: the Big Mill, built in 14th century and the biggest mill in Europe, employing 18 waterwheels driven by the Raduni Canal, and producing 200 tons of flour a day. Still in use at the start of WWII. Behind is the tower of St. Catharine's Church, dating back to 1185.
Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, reflections, Danzig

PMR444-05
Poland, Gdansk: the railway station with its fine clock tower.
Keywords: architecture, Danzig

PMR444-04
Poland, Gdynia: fountain on the South Mole with flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful

PMR444-03
Poland, Gdynia: South Mole has many stalls to attract tourists.
Keywords: selling, trinkets, souvenirs

PMR444-02
Poland, Gdynia: sail-training-ship "Dar Pomorza" ("Gift of Pomerania") at her mooring.
Keywords: maritime, rigging, spars, mast, vessel, boat, nautical

PMR444-01
Poland, Gdynia: memorial to Joseph Conrad at the end of the South Mole.
Keywords: literature, author, statue, sculpture, monument

PMR443-12
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Island of Rügen: typical half-timbered cottage in the village of Garz.
Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture

PMR443-11
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Island of Rügen: pond weed covering a wooded swamp in the Jasmund National Park.
Keywords: countryside, green, water plants, nature, landscape

PMR443-10
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Island of Rügen: the village church with typical wooden belfry.
Keywords: mediaeval, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR443-09
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Island of Rügen: one of many brick-built, old, thatched cottages.
Keywords: mediaeval, home, dwelling, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR443-07
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald: sailing barge "Aenna te Condern" at her mooring.
Keywords: picturesque, ship, boat, sail, maritime, nautical, national heritage

PMR443-06
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald: market and newly-renovated houses, with the church tower in the background.
Keywords: mediaeval, gables, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR443-05
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald: a corner of the marketplace.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage

PMR443-04
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald: market and newly-renovated houses.
Keywords: mediaeval, gables, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR443-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Autobahn near Erding.
Keywords: motorway, arterial, lane discipline, traffic, road system

PMR443-01
France, Paris: Fontaine des Mers in the Place de la Concorde, with the Obelisque de Louqsor behind.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, metropolis

PMR442-12
France, Paris: Obélisque de Louqsor in the Place de la Concorde, from the Temple of Ramses II in Luxor. Erected in 1836.
Keywords: capital city, obelisk, needle, hieroglyphics, historical, Egyptology, architecture, metropolis

PMR442-11
France, Paris: bronze statue of a child with conch on the Pont Alexandre III.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, metropolis

PMR442-10
France, Paris: a sightseeing boat on the Seine.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, metropolis

PMR442-09
France, Paris: Les Invalides from the Pont Alexandre III.
Keywords: capital city, Seine bridge, architecture, metropolis

PMR442-08
France, Paris: Church of L'Hotel national des Invalides with rainbow (built 1676, architect: J. Hardouin-Mansart).
Keywords: capital city, Baroque, architecture, metropolis

PMR442-07
France, Paris: Artist working in Monmartre with the dome of Sacré-Coeur Basilica behind.
Keywords: capital city, Bohemia, artists' quarter, architecture, metropolis

PMR442-06
France, Paris: a corner of Monmartre on the Rue Saint Rustique with display of posters.
Keywords: capital city, artists' quarter, architecture, metropolis

PMR442-05
France, Paris: Sacré-Coeur Basilica from the bottom of the approach.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, metropolis

PMR442-04
France, Paris: one of the cupolas of Sacré-Coeur Basilica and the watertower in Monmartre.
Keywords: capital city, panorama, architecture, metropolis

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

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

PMR442-01
France, Paris: Sacré-Coeur Basilica in Monmartre.
Keywords: capital city, Catholic, architecture, metropolis

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

PMR441-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: the underwater outlet of one of the underground streams which keep this series of shallow lakes, south of Munich, supplied with water.
Keywords: outdoor life, water table, countryside, nature

PMR441-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: a bearded Bavarian in traditional dress near Neuschwanstein Castle.
Keywords: alpine, healthy, florid, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

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

PMR441-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: an important meteorological station on the summit of the Zugspitze (2966 metres), Germany's highest mountain, with the spectators' viewing platform behind.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, meteorology, weather station, Alps

PMR441-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: summit cross on the Zugspitze (2966 metres), Germany's highest mountain, with snow-covered Alps of Austria and Italy in the background.
Keywords: alpine, Alps, rock, snow scene, picturesque

PMR441-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria: nature trail through the marshy area of Murnauer Moss.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque

PMR441-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria: log harvest in a coniferous wood on the Murnauer Moss.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, forestry, logging

PMR441-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Globe Flower (Trollius europaeus) on Murnauer Moss.
Keywords: alpine, alpine flowers, wildflowers, botany, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR441-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: frescoes on the facade of the "Sponer Haus" and former Town Hall.
Keywords: alpine, village life, cobbled street, Alps, picturesque

PMR441-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: main street and market.
Keywords: alpine, village life, cobbled street, Alps, picturesque

PMR440-12
Poland, Zakopane: droschke awaiting custom in early morning sunshine, with the skiing slopes visible in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, snow scene, winter sport

PMR440-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: snowy scene near the Isar Canal and reservoir.
Keywords: winter, snow landscape, hoar frost

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

PMR440-09
England, Devon: main entrance to Leigh Barton Farm which is mentioned in the Domesday Book.
Keywords: winter, historic, early morning

PMR440-08
England, Devon: agricultural winter landscape, from the hedges of Leigh Barton Farm.
Keywords: hoar frost, early morning, winter, landscape, atmosphere

PMR440-07
England, Devon: frost on the lawns of Leigh Barton Farm.
Keywords: hoar frost, atmosphere, landscape, winter, early morning

PMR440-06
Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: one of the marked mountain paths in the Karwendel Mountains.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR440-05
Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: summit cross of Mount Bärenkopf (1989 metres) with Lake Achen in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR440-04
Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: Lake Achen from the summit of Mount Bärenkopf (1989 metres) with snow in the foreground, and the village of Pertisau on the lakeside, left.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life, fall

PMR440-03
Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: larches near the peak of Mount Bärenkopf against the Karwendel Mountains.
Keywords: alpine, autumn colours, fall, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR440-02
Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: the hut on the Bärenalm (1407 metres) with the Karwendel Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR440-01
Austria, Tyrol, Pertisau: larches in autumn colours overlooking Lake Achen near Innsbruck.
Keywords: alpine, autumn foliage, fall, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR439-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: autumn scene by the Isar Canal and reservoir.
Keywords: trees, fallen leaves, long shadows, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine, colourful, falling leaves, turning colours, woods

PMR439-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: rotunda on the southern garden terrace containing a statue of Venus with Amoretti by J. Hautmann, 1877.
Keywords: alpine, sculpture, classical, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR439-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: cottage facade with frescoes and geraniums.
Keywords: alpine, colourful, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque

PMR439-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: chalet-type houses climbing up the hillside.
Keywords: alpine, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR439-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: memorial to the famous violin-maker, M. Klotz, who founded the violin-making tradition in Mittenwald.
Keywords: sculpture, violin, musical instrument, music, statue

PMR439-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Urfeld on Lake Walchen: lake with the Walchensee Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR439-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Angel of Peace (Friedensengel) Monument, erected in 1895 in remembrance of the preliminary Peace of Versailles in 1871.
Keywords: München, fall, autumn colour, autumn foliage, column

PMR439-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Prince Regent Bridge over the River Isar, with the Angel of Peace on a column in the background.
Keywords: München, fall, autumn foliage, autumn colour

PMR439-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Volksbad, an elegant public swimming bath, with its ornate clocktower, on the bank of the River Isar.
Keywords: München, swimming hall, swimming pool, autumn colour, fall, autumn foliage

PMR439-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the new European Patent Office on the bank of the River Isar.
Keywords: München, fall, autumn foliage, European Union, architecture

PMR439-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: tower of the Deutsches Museum on its island in the River Isar with the Maximilianeum (Bavarian Parliament) on the skyline.
Keywords: München, autumn foliage, fall, autumn colour

PMR439-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: tower of the Deutsches Museum, with part of its marine collection, seen through autumn foliage on the River Isar.
Keywords: München, fall, autumn colour

PMR438-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: facade of the New Palace completed in 1727 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria by Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner, with autumn colours.
Keywords: architecture, fall, autumn foliage, park, Schloss Schleissheim, Baroque architecture, Schleißheimer Schloß, formal gardens

PMR438-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: River Ammer, flowing from the Ammergauer Alps through autumn scenery.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours

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

PMR438-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: frescoes on the "Hänsel & Gretel Haus" in the Ettaler Strasse.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours

PMR438-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: a row of former farmhouses on the outskirts of the town.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours

PMR438-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: tower and onion dome of the Church of Sts. Peter and Paul.
Keywords: alpine, autumn colours, fall, nature, colourful, picturesque

PMR438-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: colourful oriel and house facade
Keywords: alpine, geraniums, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours

PMR438-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: Hotel Alte Post, with wall frescoes and tables on the pavement.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful

PMR438-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: Hotel Wolf, with a fine display of geraniums on the balconies.
Keywords: alpine, chalet, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours

PMR438-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: the Neptune Fountain by M. Wagmüller, modelled on the original in Versailles.
Keywords: alpine, sculpture, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR438-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: river goddess on the terrace.
Keywords: alpine, sculpture, statue, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR437-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace: view of the palace and fountain surrounded by autumn colour.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

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