Travel

Images 1-9,999 of 20,907 displayed. Show 9999, 29997, 1,000 or all per page.
Results: 1 2 3 Next >>

PMR080-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: enjoying the sunshine near the Richard Strauss fountain in the pedestrian zone with the facade of the Alte Akademie, the former Jesuit College, behind
Keywords: München, architecture, historic, composer, music, opera

PMR080-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: trademark of the city: the twin towers of the Gothic Frauenkirche (cathedral), consecrated in 1494, were rebuilt after war damage
Keywords: München, architecture, mediaeval, towers, historic, brick-built, onion domes

PMR080-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: fountain in the Brunnenhof courtyard of the Residenz, the former palace of the royal family, Wittelsbach
Keywords: München, architecture, historic, clocktower

PMR080-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: fountain in the Brunnenhof courtyard of the Residenz, the former palace of the royal family, Wittelsbach
Keywords: München, architecture, historic, clocktower

PMR080-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: bronze lions guarding the entrance to the Residenz, the former royal palace of the Wittelsbach family
Keywords: München, architecture, historic, Odeonsplatz

PMR080-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: equestrian statue of King Ludwig I in Odeonsplatz with the Leuchtenberg-Palais behind on the right
Keywords: München, architecture, historic, monument, bronze figure

PMR080-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: fountain in the Hofgarten, with temple (1615) and dome of the old Army Museum in the backlground
Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, Court gardens, flowerbeds, colourful

PMR080-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: ruin of the pre-war Army Museum (1978) (now rebuilt as the home of the Stadtskanzlerei)
Keywords: München, architecture, historic, neo-classical, dome, cupola

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

PMR080-03
Germany, Bavaria, Neuburg an der Donau: the Hofkirche (Court Church)(1618).
Keywords: architecture, Baroque, Neuburg on the Danube, church, monument

PMR080-02
Germany, Bavaria, Neuburg an der Donau: street scene with the Hofkirche (1618) in the background
Keywords: architecture, Baroque, Neuburg on the Danube, church, monument

PMR080-01
Germany, Bavaria, Niederarnbach: Wasserschloss built in 1598 by Ferdinand Freiherr Vohling von Frickenhausen. Since 1663 owned by the Freiherren von Pfetten. Reflections in the moat.
Keywords: architecture, palace, castle, historic, heritage, picturesque, Frankonia

PMR075-12
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Split: souvenir stalls among the Roman columns with the Porta Argentea (Silver Gate) in the background
Keywords: architecture, historic, stone, heritage, ruins

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

PMR075-05
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Trogir: open-air cafe in a shady side street
Keywords: architecture, historic, mediaeval, stone, mellow, eating, meal

PMR075-03
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Trogir: open-air cafe in a small square, overlooked by the church tower
Keywords: architecture, historic, mediaeval, stone, mellow, campanile, eating

PMR075-01
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Trogir: a typical alleyway in the old town
Keywords: architecture, historic, mediaeval, stone, mellow, cobblestones

PMR074-12
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Trogir: rooftops, from the church tower, with a Gothic facade in the foreground and port facilities in the background
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, rooftiles, cranes

PMR074-11
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Trogir: waterfront reflections, seen from the neighbouring island of Ciova
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, defence, town wall, campanile, mooring, boat, mediaeval, mellow

PMR074-10
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Trogir: the quayside and castle from the bridge to Ciova
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, defence, town wall, campanile

PMR074-09
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Zadar: church of St. Donat (11th century) and the belltower of St. Mary's church (12th century) with colourful cannas in the foreground
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, campanile, apse

PMR074-08
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Zadar: the market place
Keywords: vegetables, potatoes, beans, trade, trading

PMR074-07
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Zadar: harbour and Land Gate to the town, bearing the lion of St. Mark (1543) built by Michele Sanmicheli, who also built the rest of the town's fortifications.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, port, moorings, boats, basin, defence, town wall

PMR074-06
Yugoslavia, Croatia: extraordinary cloud effects caused by the Bora wind; approaching Zadar
Keywords: meteorological, front-cloud, weather, sky, unusual, remarkable

PMR074-05
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Krk: the ferry from the island of Rab arriving at Senj. Krk on the left.
Keywords: Adriatic, islands, seascape, boats

PMR074-04
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Krk: the strait between the island of Krk and the mainland, with construction work on the new linking bridge visible in the distance.
Keywords: moorings, watercraft, boats, Adriatic

PMR074-02
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Porec: traditional old house with stone steps to the first floor entrance
Keywords: architecture, typical, dwelling, picturesque, flowerbeds, Istria

PMR074-01
Yugoslavia, Croatia, Porec: colourful mosaics on the facade of the Basilica of Euphrasius, the best-preserved example anywhere of a 6th century Byzantine basilica.
Keywords: architecture, arcades, columns, capitals, unique, Istria

PMR073-11
Yugoslavia, Slovenia, Piran: house in Venetian Gothic style (1450), with the campanile towering in the background
Keywords: architecture, belltower, ogee arches, clocktower, Istria

PMR073-10
Yugoslavia, Slovenia, Piran: statue of violinist and composer Giuseppe Tartini (born here in 1692) in front of the town hall (1879) with the lion of St. Mark over the entrance.
Keywords: Baroque music, monument, memorial, architecture, neo-classical, bronze figure, Istria

PMR073-09
Yugoslavia, Slovenia, Piran: blue sky, yellow broom flowers (Spartium junceum). Everywhere.
Keywords: botany, botanical, shrub, flora, colourful, Istria

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

PMR073-07
Italy, Muggia: a town on the border of Italy and Yugoslavia (now Slovenia) - the outer harbour
Keywords: architecture, port, moorings, basin, watercraft, quayside, fishing boats, yachts, picturesque, church tower, reflections

PMR073-06
Italy, Muggia: a town on the border of Italy and Yugoslavia (now Slovenia) - view of Trieste from the harbour
Keywords: picturesque, port, moorings, basin, watercraft, yachts, fishing boats

PMR073-05
Italy, Muggia: a town on the border of Italy and Yugoslavia (now Slovenia) - the old town hall with later top storey, crowned with clock and bell tower
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, street scene, town square, historic, arcades

PMR073-04
Italy, Muggia: a town on the border of Italy and Yugoslavia (now Slovenia) - the old town hall bearing the lion of St. Mark (left), and the 15th century parish church
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, street scene, rose window, belltower

PMR073-03
Italy, Muggia: the crowded little harbour on the border of Italy and Yugoslavia (now Slovenia)
Keywords: architecture, port, moorings, basin, watercraft, quayside, fishing boats, yachts, picturesque

PMR073-02
Italy, Trieste: mosaics on the facade of the Giuseppe Verdi Theatre with the flag of Trieste in the foreground
Keywords: architecture, historic, ornate, decoration, colourful, city symbol, drama, opera

PMR073-01
Italy, Trieste: boats moored in the Grand Canal with the classical facade of Sant' Antonio Church (1849) and dome of the Greek Orthodox Church.
Keywords: architecture, historic, quayside, watercraft, nautical

PMR072-10
Slovenia, Ljubljana: St. Jacob's Church and clocktower
Keywords: capital city, architecture

PMR072-09
Slovenia, Ljubljana: street scene with one of the "Three Bridges", statue of poet Franz Preseren, and the facade of the Franciscan Church (17th century)
Keywords: capital city, architecture, Baroque

PMR072-08
Slovenia, Ljubljana: street scene with obelisk monument in the foreground
Keywords: capital city, architecture, dome, church towers

PMR072-07
Italy, Vicenza, Bassano del Grappa: the old wooden roofed bridge spanning the River Brenta
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque

PMR072-06
Italy, Vicenza, Bassano del Grappa: view of the old town and River Brenta from the modern road bridge
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque

PMR072-05
Italy, Veneto, Asolo: campanile and rooftops, overlooked by Rocca Castle on the hill, dating from late12th century
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque

PMR072-04
Italy, Veneto, Asolo: arcaded shops on the main street
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, shopping, trading

PMR072-03
Italy, Veneto, Caerano: the clocktower and campanile, surmounted by a huge statue with cross
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, belltower, street scene

PMR072-02
Italy, Lombardy, Sirmione: treasure trove of copper artefacts in a metalworker's shop
Keywords: antiques, collectors' items, utensils, souvenirs, picturesque

PMR071-08
San Marino: Town Hall and Statue of Liberty
Keywords: historic, architecture, castellations, heritage, tower

PMR071-07
Italy, Veneto, Chioggia: reflections in the canal
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, footbridge

PMR071-05
Italy, Veneto, Chioggia: canal and street market
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, reflections, footbridge

PMR071-01
Italy, Veneto, Caorle: the Romanesque church and campanile
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, palace, belltower

PMR070-11
Italy, Castelfranco Veneto: dating from 1195, the ancient city walls tower over the street market and statue of Giorgione
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, palace

PMR070-10
Italy, Venice: the rooftops of the city with the Clocktower and its two Moors in the foreground, from the top of the campanile
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO, panorama

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

PMR070-08
Italy, Venice: the Rialto Bridge with gondolas in the foreground
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR070-07
Italy, Venice: a typical Venetian "Calle"
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR070-06
Italy, Venice: late afternoon sunlight on the Isola San Giorgio
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO, gondolas

PMR070-05
Italy, Venice: golden facade of St. Mark's Basilica with the bronze horses brought from Constantinople in 1204
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR070-04
Italy, Venice: The Clock Tower with astrological clock and two Moors striking the hours
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR070-03
Italy, Venice: the campanile and part of the facade of the Libreria, with corner sculpture "Adam and Eve"
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR070-02
Italy, Venice: the Bridge of Sighs, with corner sculpture, "the Drunkenness of Noah"
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR070-01
Italy, Venice: Rio Barcaioli and Hotel Bauer Grunwald (recently built)
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO, reflections

PMR069-12
Italy, Venice: Venetian Gothic facade on the Grand Canal
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO, reflections

PMR069-10
Italy, Venice: ornate wrought-iron railings overlooking the lagoon and Isola San Giorgio
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR069-09
Italy, Venice: artist, displaying her work, with Isola San Giorgio across the lagoon
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR069-08
Italy, Venice: gondolas, gondoliers, the lagoon and Isola San Giorgio from the Molo
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR069-07
Italy, Venice: gondolas on the Bacino Orseolo
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO, bridge, canal, reflections

PMR069-06
Italy, Venice: canal-entrance to the Cavaletto Hotel in the Bacino Orseolo
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO, reflections

PMR069-05
Italy, Venice: gondola passing uinder the Ponte de le Colonne in a shaft of sunlight
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO, canal, bridge, footbridge

PMR069-04
Italy, Venice: Baroque facade of St. Moses Church (ca.1632) by architect Alessandro Tremignon
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR069-03
Italy, Venice: the campanile and St. Mark's Basilica from the farther side of St. Mark's Square
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR069-02
Italy, Venice: throngs of tourists on the Molo around the Doge's Palace
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR069-01
Italy, Venice: St. Mark's Basilica, with the open-air cafe in St. Mark's Square, in the foreground
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR068-12
Italy, Venice: Palazzo Franchetti (15th century Gothic) and the church of Santa Maria della Salute, from the Grand Canal
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR068-11
Italy, Venice: Byzantine-style palace on the Grand Canal, with colourful mooring posts
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR068-10
Italy, Venice: Ca' d'Oro, one of the best examples of Venetian Gothic (15th century)
Keywords: Venezia, architecture, historic, heritage, palace, UNESCO

PMR068-07
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hanover: Internationale Luftfahrt Ausstellung (ILA-1978): Messerschmittt Bf.108 Taifun (1935)
Keywords: aircraft, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, turbofan, trainer, Hannover, veteran, vintage

PMR068-06
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hanover: Internationale Luftfahrt Ausstellung (ILA-1978): Rhein Flugzeugbau Fantrainer
Keywords: aircraft, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, turbofan, trainer, Hannover

PMR068-05
Austria, Tyrol, Hall: snow-capped alps tower over a square with frescoes, not far from the mediaeval Munzer Tower where the first Talers were minted in 1477, when the town received its minting right. It later became rich on the salt trade, when it was called Solbad Hall.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, alpine, Alps, mountain range, street scene, residential

PMR068-04
Austria, Tyrol, Hall: the "Three Urchins" fountain, not far from the mediaeval Munzer Tower where the first Talers were minted in 1477, when the town received its minting right. It later became rich on the salt trade, when it was called Solbad Hall.
Keywords: sculpture, stone, artistic, whimsical, water supply

PMR068-03
Austria, Tyrol, Hall: the mediaeval Munzer Tower where the first Talers were minted in 1477, when the town received its minting right. The houses are contemporary, and are built-on. The town later became rich on the salt trade, when it was called Solbad Hall.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, castellations, mint, castle, fortifications

PMR068-02
Austria, Tyrol, Hall: the mediaeval Munzer Tower where the first Talers were minted in 1477, when the town received its minting right. It later became rich on the salt trade, when it was called Solbad Hall.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, castellations, mint, castle, fortifications

PMR068-01
Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: the wooden footbridge spanning the River Inn overlooked by the snow-capped northern chain of the Alps
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, spring, foliage

PMR067-12
Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: flower beds and reflections in the pool in the Hofgarten
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, spring, foliage

PMR067-11
Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: weeping willow tree reflected in the pool in the Hofgarten
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, spring, foliage

PMR067-10
Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: fishing from a bridge over the River Inn
Keywords: alpine, nature, alpine scenery, Alps, snow-capped, mountains

PMR067-09
Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: Forsythia flowers, and the northern alpine mountain range, from the bank of the River Inn
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, spring, blooms, snow-capped

PMR067-08
Austria, Tyrol, Arzl: child picking cowslips in the meadow overlooking the village in the Inn Valley
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, village life, spring, flora, birch trees

PMR067-07
Austria, Tyrol, Arzl: cowslips in the meadow overlooking the village in the Inn Valley
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, village life, spring, flora, birch trees

PMR067-06
Austria, Tyrol, Arzl: the local band being photographed against snow capped mountains in the Inn Valley
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, village life, Alps, mountain, mountain range, meadow

PMR067-05
Austria, Tyrol, Arzl: street scene in this village in the Inn Valley Austria, Tyrol, Arzl: street scene in this village in the Inn Valley
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, pear trees, village life

PMR067-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Seidelbast (Daphne mezereum)
Keywords: alpine, nature, botany, botanical, flower, flora, shrub, early-flowering

PMR067-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Seidelbast (Daphne mezereum) Germany, Upper Bavaria: Seidelbast (Daphne mezereum)
Keywords: alpine, nature, botany, botanical, flower, flora, shrub, early-flowering

PMR067-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria: late snow on the verges of the Sylvenstein Reservoir, from which Munich draws part of its water supply, looking along the Sylvenstein Valley
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, nature, drinking water, hydro

PMR067-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria: late snow on the verges of the Sylvenstein Reservoir, from which Munich draws part of its water supply
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, nature, drinking water, hydro

PMR066-12
Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: the ski piste near the bottom, following the course of a stream
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow

PMR066-11
Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: one of the ski runs, almost deserted!
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow

PMR066-10
Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: skiers admiring the view of Fieberbrunn from the top of the skilift
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow

PMR066-09
Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: empty deck chairs at the top of the skilift with the Kitzbuhel Alps behind
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow

PMR066-08
Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: view of the Wildseeloder (2117m) from the top of the chairlift at Larchfilz
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow

PMR066-07
Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: crowds enjoying the sun in deck chairs with Kitzbuhel Alps in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow

PMR066-06
Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: the start of the chairlift Austria, Tyrol, Fieberbrunn: the start of the chairlift
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, winter sports, skiing, snow

PMR066-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: snow piled high in the streets with Gasthof zum Lowe on the left
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter, cold, deep snow, snowdrift

PMR066-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: snow-laden conifers in gardens after a blizzard
Keywords: München, cold, winter, picturesque

PMR066-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: costumed carnival revellers in main square, Marienplatz
Keywords: colourful, München, enjoy, atmosphere, fun, Fasching, fancy dress, toddler, cute

PMR066-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: costumed carnival revellers in main square, Marienplatz
Keywords: colourful, München, enjoy, atmosphere, fun, Fasching, fancy dress

PMR065-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: costumed carnival revellers in main square, Marienplatz, with brass band and dignitaries on a raised platform
Keywords: colourful, München, enjoy, atmosphere, fun, Fasching, fancy dress

PMR065-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: costumed carnival revellers in main square, Marienplatz. with Lisl Karstadt impersonator
Keywords: colourful, München, enjoy, atmosphere, fun, Fasching, fancy dress

PMR065-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: costumed carnival revellers in the pedestrian zone, in front of Karlstor (old city-gate)
Keywords: colourful, München, enjoy, atmosphere, fun, Fasching, fancy dress, historic

PMR065-06
Austria, Upper Austria, Bad Goisern: Hallstatter Lake in the Salzkammergut, from a snow-covered verge
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR065-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Olympic Swimming Bath (1972) in the snow, reflected in the lake
Keywords: München, Olympic Games, competition, reflections, revolutionary, architecture

PMR065-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the maypole in the Viktualienmarkt with the Rathaus tower and tower of Heilig Geist Church in the background
Keywords: München, architecture, mediaeval, towers, picturesque, historic, street scene, market

PMR065-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Altes Rathaus with step-gables and newly completed (1977) "mediaeval" tower from Marienplatz
Keywords: München, architecture, mediaeval, towers, picturesque, historic, Gothic

PMR065-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Alter Hof or former palace courtyard, in snowy weather
Keywords: München, architecture, mediaeval, towers, oriel, picturesque, historic

PMR065-01
England, Suffolk, Worlingham, 19 Park Drive: typical late 20th century bungalow
Keywords: architecture, home, house, dwelling, brick-built

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

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

PMR064-08
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: Table Mountain flora (Fynbos) - Small Tassel Heath (Erica coccinea)
Keywords: botany, botanical, wild-flowers, plants, alpines, rock plants, heath, ericaceae

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

PMR064-06
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: Table Mountain flora (Fynbos) - Sundew (Drosera cuneifolia), an insect-eating plant
Keywords: botany, botanical, wild-flowers, plants, alpines, rock plants, insectivorous, heath, carnivorous

PMR064-05
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: Table Mountain flora (Fynbos) - Everlasting Flower or Straw Flower (Helichrysum confertifolium Klatt)
Keywords: botany, botanical, wild-flowers, plants, alpines, rock plants, heath

PMR064-04
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: Platteklip Gorge, a cleft in Table Mountain scarcely noticeable from below
Keywords: geology, geological, flora, rocky, cliffs

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

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

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

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

PMR063-08
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: cannon guarding the Castle of Good Hope, built 1666, with Table Mountain behind
Keywords: union flag, gardens, flowerbeds, historic, colourful, fortifications, defence

PMR063-07
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: street market in Grand Parade in front of the City Hall, with Table Mountain behind
Keywords: street scene, trading, stalls, cloth sales

PMR063-05
South Africa, Western Cape Province: Camps Bay, Cape Peninsula, with wreck of the tanker "Antipolis" which broke away from its ...
Keywords: headland, rocks, salvage, coast road

PMR063-04
South Africa, Western Cape Province: Duiker Point, Cape Peninsula, with wreck of the tanker "Romeria" which broke away from its towline 3-4 months previously (1977) in a gale, while being towed to the scrapyard. Now to be scrapped in situ.
Keywords: headland, rocks, surf, settlements, salvage

PMR063-03
South Africa, Western Cape Province: the Cape of Good Hope - Cape Point - meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans: view north, looking towards Muizenberg and Cape Town
Keywords: headland, seascape, picturesque, coastline

PMR063-02
South Africa, Western Cape Province: the Cape of Good Hope - Cape Point - meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans
Keywords: headland, bay, cove, sand, promontary, seascape, picturesque

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

PMR062-12
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: the beach at Muizenberg, False Bay
Keywords: sand, surf, coastline, bathing, paddling, sunbathing

PMR062-11
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: Groot Constantia Manor House, one of the finest examples of Cape Dutch architecture, dating from 1685, and centre of the oldest wine estate in South Africa - the former outhouses and barns now serve as restaurant and administrative quarters (1977)
Keywords: residence, viticulture, historic, heritage, Dutch gables, tradition, museum

PMR062-10
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: Groot Constantia Manor House, one of the finest examples of Cape Dutch architecture, dating from 1685, and centre of the oldest wine estate in South Africa -entrance with vivid bougainvillea bush in the foreground
Keywords: residence, viticulture, historic, heritage, Dutch gables, tradition, museum

PMR062-08
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: Groot Constantia Manor House, one of the finest examples of Cape Dutch architecture, dating from 1685, and centre of the oldest wine estate in South Africa
Keywords: residence, viticulture, historic, heritage, Dutch gables, tradition, museum

PMR062-07
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: equestrian statue "Energy" by G.R. Watts, on the Rhodes Memorial
Keywords: landscape, plain, settlements, monument, allegory, horse & rider, bronze figures

PMR062-06
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: panorama from the top of the Rhodes Memorial
Keywords: landscape, plain, settlements, monument, stone lions

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

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

PMR062-03
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Boschendal: jacaranda trees, cornfield and the Drakenstein Mountains
Keywords: landscape, flowering tree, botany, botanical, colourful, blossom, picturesque, farmland

PMR062-02
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Boschendal: jacaranda trees, cornfield and the Drakenstein Mountains
Keywords: landscape, flowering tree, botany, botanical, colourful, blossom, picturesque, farmland

PMR061-12
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Franschhoek: the Huguenot Monument, a reminder of the French refugees who arrived here in 1688
Keywords: memorial, gardens, parkland, lawns, flowerbeds, well-tended

PMR061-10
South Africa, Western Cape Province, Cape Town: jacaranda trees on the road to Franschhoek
Keywords: landscape, flowering tree, botany, botanical, colourful, blossom

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

PMR061-08
South Africa, Natal, Durban: the Vasco da Gama clock, presented by the Portuguese Government in 1897 to commemorate his discovery of Port Natal in 1497
Keywords: lawns, flowerbeds, monument, colourful, historic, gift, Portugal

PMR061-07
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Botanical Gardens - cannas of various colours
Keywords: plant, botany, horticulture, exotic, lawns, flowerbeds

PMR061-06
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Botanical Gardens - Rosy Trumpet Tree (Tabebuia rosea), native to South America
Keywords: plant, botany, horticulture, exotic, flowering tree, lawns, shrubs, flowerbeds

PMR061-05
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Botanical Gardens - flamboyant tree/flame-of-the-forest tree (Delonix regia)
Keywords: plant, botany, horticulture, exotic, flowering tree, lawns, shrubs, flowerbeds

PMR061-04
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Minitown - scale model of a residential suburb, with city centre skyscrapers in the background
Keywords: model town, scale replica

PMR061-03
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Minitown - part of the scaled railway system, with yacht club and marina
Keywords: model town, scale replica

PMR061-02
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Minitown - model container vessel passing under raised road bridge
Keywords: model town, scale replica

PMR061-01
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Minitown - scale model of Durban's City Hall
Keywords: model town, scale replica

PMR060-12
South Africa, Natal, Durban: the beach from the south, with fisherman's pier and the almost completed (1977) Maharishee Hotel
Keywords: bathing, sunbathing, swimming, surfboarding, city skyline, paddling, sand, surf, seashore

PMR060-11
South Africa, Natal, Durban: the beach from the north, with surfboards in the foreground
Keywords: bathing, sunbathing, swimming, surfboarding, city skyline, paddling, sand, surf, seashore

PMR060-10
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Natal Lion and Game Reserve - a young lion (Panthera leo) with a lean and hungry look
Keywords: landscape, wild animals, fauna, big game, safari, wildlife, carnivores

PMR060-09
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Natal Lion and Game Reserve - a young lion (Panthera leo) about to cross the road
Keywords: landscape, wild animals, fauna, big game, safari, wildlife, carnivores

PMR060-07
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Natal Lion and Game Reserve - a pride of young lions (Panthera leo)
Keywords: landscape, wild animals, fauna, big game, safari, wildlife, carnivores

PMR060-06
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Natal Lion and Game Reserve - a group of Blesbok(Damaliscus pygargus phillipsi)
Keywords: landscape, wild animals, fauna, big game, safari, wildlife, herbivores, antelope

PMR060-05
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Natal Lion and Game Reserve - male African Ostrich (Struthio camelus)
Keywords: landscape, wild animals, fauna, big game, safari, wildlife, aves

PMR060-04
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Natal Lion and Game Reserve - a pair of giraffes
Keywords: landscape, wild animals, fauna, big game, safari, wildlife, herbivores

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

PMR060-02
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Zulu kraal in Tribal Trust Reserved Land in the Valley of a Thousand Hills - the witchdoctor or shaman outside his hut
Keywords: native, way of life, domestic chores, thatched, huts, village, tradition, daily chores, compound, medecine man

PMR060-01
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Zulu kraal in Tribal Trust Reserved Land in the Valley of a Thousand Hills - first and second wives of the chief grinding corn
Keywords: native, way of life, domestic chores, thatched, huts, village, tradition, daily chores, compound

PMR059-12
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Zulu kraal in Tribal Trust Reserved Land in the Valley of a Thousand Hills - the chief presents his wives in a dance led by the head wife who leads the action with signals given by whistle
Keywords: native, way of life, domestic chores, thatched, huts, village, tradition, daily chores, compound, chant, rhythm

PMR059-11
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Zulu kraal in Tribal Trust Reserved Land in the Valley of a Thousand Hills - the chief presents his wives in a dance led by the head wife who leads the action with signals given by whistle
Keywords: native, way of life, domestic chores, thatched, huts, village, tradition, daily chores, compound, chant, rhythm

PMR059-10
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Zulu kraal in Tribal Trust Reserved Land in the Valley of a Thousand Hills - two of the chief's wives grinding corn
Keywords: native, way of life, domestic chores, thatched, huts, village, tradition, daily chores, compound, colourful

PMR059-09
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Zulu kraal in Tribal Trust Reserved Land in the Valley of a Thousand Hills - two of the chief's youngest warriors
Keywords: native, way of life, tradition, Zulu children

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

PMR059-07
South Africa, Natal, Durban: grove of eucalyptus trees surrounding a lake, from the Swiss Cottage Restaurant
Keywords: landscape, gum trees, countryside, flora

PMR059-05
South Africa, Natal, Durban: dolphins performing in the Dolphinarium
Keywords: water show, animal-trainer, crowd-drawer, spectacle

PMR059-04
South Africa, Natal, Durban: dolphins performing in the Dolphinarium
Keywords: water show, animal-trainer, crowd-drawer, spectacle

PMR059-03
South Africa, Natal, Durban: dolphins performing in the Dolphinarium
Keywords: water show, animal-trainer, crowd-drawer, spectacle

PMR059-01
South Africa, Natal, Durban: dolphins performing in the Dolphinarium
Keywords: water show, animal-trainer, crowd-drawer, spectacle

PMR058-12
South Africa, Natal, Durban: colourful pink blossom (Tabebuia rosea?) and flowerbeds in the carefully tended Botanical Gardens
Keywords: plant, botany, horticulture, exotic, flowering tree, lawns, shrubs

PMR058-11
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Strelitzia, or Bird of Paradise flower, a native of South Africa, named after the duchy of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, birthplace of Queen Charlotte of England
Keywords: blossom, plant, botany, botanical, horticulture, colourful, exotic, crane flower

PMR058-10
South Africa, Natal, Durban: the lily pool and ornamental shrubs in the Japanese Water Gardens
Keywords: landscape, peace haven, artistic, artistry, picturesque

PMR058-09
South Africa, Natal, Durban: one of many red wooden bridges in the Japanese Water Gardens
Keywords: landscape, peace haven, artistic, artistry, picturesque, reflections

PMR058-08
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Japanese Water Gardens - the lake with pagoda-island for nesting ducks
Keywords: landscape, peace haven, artistic, artistry, picturesque, reflections

PMR058-07
South Africa, Natal, Durban: City Hall (1910), an almost exact replica of Belfast City Hall, stands in Francis Farewell Square
Keywords: street scene, architecture, neo-classical, dome, cupola

PMR058-06
South Africa, Natal, Durban: West Street, with Christmas decorations
Keywords: street scene, shopping area, zebra crossing, architecture

PMR058-05
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Zulu ricksha drivers, complete with traditional headdresses
Keywords: rickshaw, colourful, costumes, headgear

PMR058-04
South Africa, Natal, Durban: native crafts on display by street vendors
Keywords: tourist trade, trinkets, local crafts, souvenirs

PMR058-03
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Midmar Dam recreational area, a favourite sailing and picnicking spot
Keywords: landscape, water sports, yachts, reservoir, windsurfing, picnic, outing

PMR058-02
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Midmar Dam recreational area, a favourite sailing and picnicking spot
Keywords: landscape, water sports, yachts, reservoir, windsurfing, picnic, outing

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

PMR057-12
South Africa, Natal, Durban: Howick Falls, where the Umgeni River plunges 95 metres over a dolerite cliff
Keywords: waterfall, nature, countryside, vegetation, cascade, landscape

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

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

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

PMR057-08
Rhodesia, Salisbury: statue of Cecil Rhodes looking along the main street, Jameson Avenue, at the Government Buildings with clocktower, with storm clouds gathering
Keywords: architecture, capital city, monument, street scene, historic

PMR057-07
Rhodesia, Salisbury: inscribed plaque on the Toposcope, presented by the British South Africa Company in 1953, situated on the Kopje
Keywords: capital city, monument, inscription, historic

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

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

PMR057-04
Rhodesia, Salisbury: cannas and flamboyant trees in the Botanical Gardens, overlooked by Livingstone House
Keywords: capital city, hoticulture, botany, flora, park, flower beds

PMR057-03
Rhodesia, Salisbury: children's Christmas tableaux in the Botanical Gardens
Keywords: capital city, Christmas story, crib, park

PMR057-01
Rhodesia, Salisbury: Christmas tree in First Street, Salisbury's pedestrian precinct
Keywords: architecture, capital city, street scene

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

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

PMR056-09
Rhodesia, Wankie National Park: Impala (Aepyceros melampus)
Keywords: wild life, big game, wild animals, fauna, Bovidae, antelope

PMR056-08
Rhodesia, Wankie National Park: Plains Zebras (Burchell's Zebras) (Equus quagga) on the road
Keywords: wild life, big game, wild animals, fauna, Equidae, zebra crossing, safari

PMR056-07
Rhodesia, Wankie National Park: native sculpture by the Safari Lodge swimming pool with local water hole in the background
Keywords: wild life, big game, wild animals, fauna, native art

PMR056-06
Rhodesia, Wankie National Park: inside the circular Wankie Safari Lodge
Keywords: architecture, luxuriant, vegetation

PMR056-05
Rhodesia, Wankie National Park: male African Ostrich (Struthio camelus) by the Main Camp boundary
Keywords: wild life, big game, wild animals, fauna, Aves

PMR056-04
Rhodesia, Wankie National Park: Plains Zebras (Burchell's Zebras) (Equus quagga)
Keywords: wild life, big game, wild animals, fauna, Equidae

PMR056-03
Rhodesia, Wankie National Park: Blue Wildebeeste or Brindled Gnu (Connochaetes taurinus)
Keywords: Bovidae, wild life, big game, wild animals, fauna

PMR056-02
Rhodesia, Wankie National Park: Waterbuck (Kobus ellipsiprymnus)
Keywords: Bovidae, wild life, big game, wild animals, fauna, deer

PMR055-12
Rhodesia, Victoria Falls: the Iron Railway Bridge spanning the Zambesi River, from the grounds of the Victoria Falls Hotel, with colourful bougainvillea in the foreground
Keywords: waterfalls, cascade, water power, overflow, inundation, deluge, hydro power, blossom, shrub, vivid

PMR055-11
Rhodesia, Victoria Falls: looking back to the main falls from Angel Point
Keywords: waterfalls, cascade, water power, overflow, inundation, deluge, hydro power

PMR055-10
Rhodesia, Victoria Falls: the Rainbow Falls, from Angel Point (seasonally depleted), approximately 100 metres high
Keywords: waterfalls, cascade, water power, overflow, inundation, deluge, hydro power

PMR055-09
Rhodesia, Victoria Falls: the Rainbow Falls, from opposite Livingstone Island, approximately 100 metres high
Keywords: waterfalls, cascade, water power, overflow, inundation, deluge, hydro power

PMR055-08
Rhodesia, Victoria Falls: the Rainbow Falls, looking towards Horseshoe Falls, approximately 100 metres high
Keywords: waterfalls, cascade, water power, overflow, inundation, deluge, hydro power

PMR055-07
Rhodesia, Victoria Falls: Greater Kudu (Tragelaphus strepsicerus) near the falls, with tumbleweed flowers.
Keywords: antelope, wild life, fauna, big game, deer, wild animals, botany, botanical, wild flowers

PMR055-06
Rhodesia, Victoria Falls: the main falls, with rainforest vegetation. Total width of the Victoria Falls: 1700 metres.
Keywords: waterfalls, cascade, water power, overflow, inundation, deluge, hydro power

PMR055-05
Rhodesia, Victoria Falls: the Devil's Cataract, with rain forest vegetation
Keywords: waterfalls, cascade, water power, overflow, inundation, deluge, hydro power

PMR055-04
Rhodesia, Victoria Falls: the well-known baobab tree (Adansonia digitata), reputed to be 1800 years old
Keywords: flora, botany, botanical, oldest

PMR055-03
Rhodesia, Victoria Falls: 1-2-vear-old crocodiles (Crocodylus niloticus) on a crocodile farm, almost ready for making into handbags
Keywords: reptiles, breeding, captivity, reptilia, carnivores

PMR055-02
Rhodesia, Victoria Falls: three of the largest inhabitants of a crocodile farm (Crocodylus niloticus)
Keywords: reptiles, breeding, captivity, reptilia, carnivores

PMR055-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Nesselwang: church tower with onion dome with the Alps in the background, from the Deutsche Alpenstrasse
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, countryside, meadows

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

PMR054-09
South Africa, Johannesburg: panorama of levelled-off gold-mining slag-heaps from the air
Keywords: ecology, industry, mining

PMR054-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the Nagelfluh Mountains in West Allgau, from the Deutsche Alpenstrasse
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, valley, countryside

PMR054-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria: looking across the fields in the Allgau towards Austria, from the Deutsche Alpenstrasse
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, countryside, meadows, hedges

PMR054-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberstaufen: view of the town in the Allgau across the fields from the Deutsche Alpenstrasse
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours, meadow, countryside

PMR054-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindenberg: the stream above the waterfalls at Lindenberg in the Allgau on the Deutsche Alpenstrasse
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, nature, pool, stream, autumn colour, fall, reflections

PMR054-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindenberg: the waterfalls at Lindenberg in the Allgau on the Deutsche Alpenstrasse
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, nature, pool, stream

PMR054-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: the Deutsche Alpenstrasse a few miles before Lindau, with autumn foliage and cattle
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, nature, fall, autumn colours

PMR053-12
Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: the top of the Gefrorene Wand chairlift in the Zillertaler Alps, looking towards Hintertux and Mayrhofen
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter sport, skiing

PMR053-11
Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: the Zillertaler Alps and the Italian border, looking south-east from the Gefrorene Wand
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow

PMR053-10
Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: nearing the top of the Gefrorene Wand glacier in the chairlift, with the ski-runs below
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, skiing, winter sport, piste

PMR053-09
Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: Stegeis Dam and the Zillertaler Alps from the top of the Gefrorene Wand (3200m.), with skis in the foreground
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, reservoir, glacier

PMR053-08
Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: Stegeis Dam and the Zillertaler Alps from the top of the Gefrorene Wand (3200m.)
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, reservoir, glacier

PMR053-07
Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: view from the top of the Gefrorene Wand glacier (3200m.) with a valley still full of mist in the distance
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, craggy, rocks

PMR053-06
Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: Zillertaler Alps from the Zemmtal (Valley) with autumn foliage in the foreground
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR053-03
Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: bringing the cows down from the high pasture at the end of the season (Almabtrieb)
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, procession, celebration, ceremony, cattle

PMR053-02
Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: bringing the cows down from the high pasture at the end of the season (Almabtrieb)
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, procession, celebration, ceremony, cattle

PMR053-01
Austria, Tyrol, Mayrhofen: bringing the cows down from the high pasture at the end of the season (Almabtrieb)
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, procession, celebration, ceremony, cattle

PMR052-12
Austria, Salzburg: the imposing Tennen Mountains Austria, Salzburg: the imposing Tennen Mountains
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, limestone

PMR052-11
Austria, Salzburg, Bad Gastein: view of the town overlooked by the Hotel Schillerhof. The winter ski resort and summer health resort lies in the Hohe Tauern National Park.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, spa town, health resort, ski resort

PMR052-10
Austria, Oberosterreich, Bad Goisern: holiday apartments, with the wooded hills in the background
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps

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

PMR052-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the opening day of the Oktoberfest 1977 - part of the funfair, with the ghost train, Zeppelin, Paulaner Krug, from the "Aeroplane" roundabout
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, enjoy, drinking, beer tents, atmosphere, fun, beer krugs, beer glasses

PMR052-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the opening day of the Oktoberfest 1977 - stall with balloons and soft toys
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, enjoy, drinking, beer tents, atmosphere, fun, beer krugs, beer glasses

PMR052-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the opening day of the Oktoberfest 1977 - the ghost train, with the Bavaria figure in the distance
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, enjoy, drinking, beer tents, atmosphere, fun, beer krugs, beer glasses

PMR052-03
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: statue of St. Killian on the old stone bridge (1473), with the Marienberg Fortress in the background
Keywords: missionary, bishop, stone figure, hilltop, fortification, Christian, Christianity

PMR052-02
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: the square with its fountain, from the balcony of the Residenz (Bishops' Palace), with the town in the distance
Keywords: wrought iron, skyline

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

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

PMR051-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: one of many brass bands Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: one of many brass bands
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate, music

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

PMR051-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: decorated horses pulling a float
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate

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

PMR050-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: pavement cafe overlooking the harbour and the Bodensee (Lake Constance)
Keywords: restaurant, open-air, eating, dining, refreshment

PMR050-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the Wieskirche, a Baroque, much-visited pilgrimage church near Steingaden. The ceiling frescoes by Domenikus Zimmermann are regarded as the peak of Bavarian Rococo
Keywords: religion, Catholic, pilgrims, goal

PMR050-07
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart: African elephant, in the "Wilhelmina" - Stuttgart Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Keywords: zoological, zoology, wild animals, mammals, enclosure

PMR050-06
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart: the "Wilhelmina" - Stuttgart Zoo and Botanical Gardens, where red-breasted baboons share their enclosure with maned goats and marmots (with young), all breeding groups
Keywords: zoological, zoology, wild animals, mammals, enclosure, free range, apes, biotope

PMR050-05
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart: gibbon island, in the "Wilhelmina" - Stuttgart Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Keywords: zoological, zoology, apes, wild animals, mammals, enclosure, free range

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

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

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

PMR049-12
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart: statue of Schiller in the Schillerplatz with the Old Chancery (16th century) behind
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, monuments, columns, main square, bronze figure

PMR049-11
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart: fountain and Jubilee Column surmounted by the goddess Concordia (1841) in the Schlossplatz with the Old Castle behind
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, monuments, columns, main square

PMR049-10
Germany, Baden-Wurttemberg, Stuttgart: statue of Christoph, the IV Duke of Wurttemberg, (1550-68) in the Schlossplatz with the New Castle on the left, Old Castle on the right, and TV Tower in the distance
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, monuments, columns, main square, bronze figure

PMR049-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dillingen: main street with plant market and ornate wrought iron sign; gate-tower beyond
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, gables, architecture

PMR049-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dillingen: open-air crib by St. Peter's Parish Church with flowering tamarisk in the foreground
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, religion, Catholic

PMR049-06
East Germany (GDR), Saxony, Dresden: the former Yenidze cigarette factory, designed by architect Martin Hammitszch in oriental style in 1907 for entrepreneur Hugo Zietz, who imported tobacco from Yenidze in Thrace. (1977)
Keywords: city, rebuilding, River Elbe, Rococo, metropolis, architecture, Baroque, dome, minarets

PMR049-05
East Germany (GDR), Saxony, Dresden: courtyard and north pavilion of the Zwinger, a Baroque Palace built by Poppelmann between 1711 -28. Rebuilt after war damage 1945-64. (1977)
Keywords: city, rebuilding, River Elbe, Rococo, metropolis, architecture, Baroque

PMR049-04
East Germany (GDR), Saxony, Dresden: Post Platz, with part of the Zwinger on the left, and new buildings on the right (1977)
Keywords: city, rebuilding, River Elbe, Rococo, metropolis, architecture, Baroque

PMR049-03
East Germany (GDR), Saxony, Dresden: ruins of the former Residenz, bombed by the RAF on the night of 13.2.45. A rebuild is planned (1977)
Keywords: city, rebuilding, River Elbe, Rococo, metropolis, architecture, Baroque

PMR051-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: bandsmen in embroidered Lederhosen with traditional "Gemsbart" (plume) in their headgear
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate, music

PMR051-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Thanning: procession on the occasion of the 50th Loisachgaufest: girls and boys in various costumes, followed by the band
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, dirndl, traditional dress, costumes, festival, celebration, celebrate

PMR049-02
East Germany (GDR), Saxony, Dresden: the Zwinger, a Baroque Palace built by Poppelmann between 1711 -28. Rebuilt after war damage 1945-64. (1977)
Keywords: city, rebuilding, River Elbe, Rococo, metropolis, architecture, Baroque

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

PMR048-11
Poland, Warsaw: the Barbican, the old town gate, from the inside, dates from the 16th century and formerly straddled a moat. Originally it had 7 separate gates and drawbridges. Ir separates the "old town" (Stare Miasto) and the "new town" (Nowe Miasto). In the foreground an artist displays his work
Keywords: architecture, red-brick, mediaeval, historic, heritage, castellations, pictures, paintings

PMR048-10
Poland, Warsaw: one of dozens of wall plaques all over the city, each marking the site of the execution of 50 hostages by the Nazis. Out of the original population of 1.3 million, 800,000 died, the rest being forcibly transported (1977)
Keywords: architecture, historic, memorial, tragedy, barbaric, victims, holocaust

PMR048-09
Poland, Warsaw: a street in the "new town" with reconstructed burgher houses now containing many small businesses (1977)
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, cobblestones

PMR048-08
Poland, Warsaw: one of the horse carriages which offer tours of the "new town" with an unusual frescoed house behind
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, cobblestones

PMR048-07
Poland, Warsaw: the Market Square of the "new town" (Rynek Nowego Miasta) with the Baroque Church of the Holy Sacraments on the far side (1977)
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, cobblestones

PMR048-06
Poland, Warsaw: a street in the "new town" with new wall frescos and St. Mary's Church (15th century) in the background
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, cobblestones

PMR048-05
Poland, Warsaw: the birthplace of Marie Curie (reconstructed). She discovered POLONium and received the Nobel Prize for her work on radioactivity
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, physicist, chemist

PMR048-04
Poland, Warsaw: one of the reconstructed streets in the "new town"
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, picturesque, cobblestones

PMR048-03
Poland, Warsaw: the Barbican, the old town gate, from the inside, dates from the 16th century and formerly straddled a moat. Originally it had 7 separate gates and drawbridges. Ir separates the "old town" (Stare Miasto) and the "new town" (Nowe Miasto)
Keywords: architecture, red-brick, mediaeval, historic, heritage, castellations

PMR048-02
Poland, Warsaw: the Barbican, the old town gate, from the town wall, dates from the 16th century and formerly straddled a moat
Keywords: architecture, red-brick, mediaeval, historic, heritage, castellations

PMR047-12
Poland, Warsaw: reconstructed houses in the old town, and original figure of a bear outside the church of the Jesuits (next to St. Johhn's Cathedral) (1977)
Keywords: architecture, statue, monument, stone animal

PMR047-11
Poland, Warsaw: a balloon seller on the Krakowskie Przedmiescie (main street) (he is standing over the road tunnel)
Keywords: salesman, colourful, rubber balloons

PMR047-10
Poland, Warsaw: the KIngs' Palace (reconstruction after WWII completed in 1974) and famous column of Sigismund, erected in 1644 by Vladislav IV
Keywords: architecture, historic, red-brick

PMR047-09
Poland, Warsaw: a radial road tunnelling under the reconstructed houses on the Krakowskie Przedmiescie (main street) (1977)
Keywords: architecture, underpass, omnibus, town planning, tunnel

PMR047-08
Poland, Warsaw: a Russian-style Orthodox Church in Praga (1977)
Keywords: architecture, religion, Orthodox, Byzantine

PMR047-07
Poland, Warsaw: the Palace of Culture, a present from the Russians, contains 2 cinemas, exhibition rooms, etc., with the Kosmos 77 Exhibition of Russian Space Achievements in the foreground (1977)
Keywords: architecture, Russian-style, multi-storey, tower block

PMR047-06
Poland, Warsaw: the Palace of Culture, a present from the Russians, contains 2 cinemas, exhibition rooms, etc., with the Kosmos 77 Exhibition of Russian Space Achievements in the foreground (1977)
Keywords: architecture, Russian-style, multi-storey, tower block

PMR047-04
Poland, Wroclav (Breslau): the water tower on Sudecka Street, built 1904-5 by Karl Klimm, is 63 metres high (1977)
Keywords: architecture, waterworks, brickwork, water supply, cistern

PMR047-02
Czechoslovakia, Prague: statue of Charles IV
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, mediaeval, statue

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

PMR046-09
Czechoslovakia, Prague: the Charles Bridge, defence towers, St. Vitus' Cathedral and the Three Ostriches pub in 1977
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, mediaeval, statue

PMR046-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the newly renovated Bayertor (Bavarian Gate), dating from 1425
Keywords: defence, fortifications, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval

PMR046-05
Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: large cablecar approaching the summit of the Walmendinger Horn (1993m.) in the Kleinwalsertal (valley)
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene

PMR046-04
Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: view from the summit of the Walmendinger Horn (1993m.) showing some of the ski pistes in the Kleinwalsertal (valley)
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR046-03
Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: view from the summit of the Walmendinger Horn (1993m.) showing some of the ski pistes in the Kleinwalsertal (valley)
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene

PMR046-02
Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: view from the summit of the Walmendinger Horn (1993m.) looking across the Kleinwalsertal (valley), with Baad and Mittelberg below
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, snow-moving, winter sports, skiing

PMR046-01
Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: view from the summit of the Walmendinger Horn (1993m.) looking along the Kleinwalsertal (valley), a popular ski resort
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, snow-moving, winter sports, skiing

PMR045-10
Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: brook running through snow-fields at Baad
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter, stream, running water

PMR045-09
Austria, Vorarlberg, Mittelberg: snow-covered mountains at a ski resort in the Kleinwalsertal
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, snow-moving, winter sports

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

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

PMR045-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Rottenbuch: campanile of the monastery church
Keywords: architecture, churchtower, onion dome, belltower, catholic

PMR047-05
Poland, Wroclaw (Breslau): snow scene with towers of the historic prison in the background.
Keywords: architecture, park, winter, forsythia

PMR-D12279
Believed hybrid of Greylag Goose (Anser anser) and Canada Goose (Branta Canadensis) in Nymphenburger Park, Munich.
Keywords: avifauna, nature, ornithology, waterfowl, wild birds

PMR-D12278
Believed hybrid of Greylag Goose (Anser anser) and Canada Goose (Branta Canadensis) in Nymphenburger Park, Munich.
Keywords: avifauna, nature, ornithology, waterfowl, wild birds

PMR-D12277
Flowers of Crocus purpureus or Crocus albiflorus in the Botanical Gardens, Munich.
Keywords: botany, colourful, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D12276
Massed flowers of Crocus purpureus or Crocus albiflorus in the Botanical Gardens, Munich.
Keywords: botany, colourful, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D12275
Flowers of Crocus purpureus or Crocus albiflorus in the Botanical Gardens, Munich.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D12274
Tufted Duck (Aythya fuligula) (male) in Nymphenburger Park, Munich.
Keywords: avifauna, nature, ornithology, waterfowl, wild birds

PMR-D12273
Great Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocopos major) (male) at Benediktbeuren, Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: avifauna, nature, ornithology, picidae, wild birds

PMR-D12272
Bullfinch (Eurasian) (Pyrrhula pyrrhula) (male) at Benediktbeuren, Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: avifauna, finch, nature, ornithology, wild birds

PMR-D12271
Marsh Tit (Poecile palustris) at Benediktbeuren, Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: avifauna, nature, ornithology, titmouse, wild birds

PMR-D12270
Great Tit (Parus major) at Benediktbeuren, Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: avifauna, nature, ornithology, titmouse, wild birds

PMR-D12269
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: winter view of the moors with silver birch trees.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, scenery

PMR-D12268
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: winter view of the moors and Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, alpine scenery, countryside, landscape, mountain range, nature, picturesque

PMR-D12267
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Monopteros in winter, reflected in the waters of the Badenburg Lake in the gardens of Nymphenburg Palace.
Keywords: architecture, calm, classical, München, pomp, rotunda, Schloss Nymphenburg, tranquil, Wittelsbach Family

PMR-D12266
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Monopteros in winter, reflected in the waters of the Badenburg Lake in the gardens of Nymphenburg Palace.
Keywords: architecture, calm, classical, München, pomp, rotunda, Schloss Nymphenburg, tranquil, Wittelsbach Family

PMR-D12265
Mandarin Duck (Aix galericulata) (male) in Nymphenburg Park, Munich.
Keywords: avifauna, ducks, nature, ornithology, wild birds

PMR-D12264
Mandarin Ducks (Aix galericulata) (male and female) in Nymphenburg Park, Munich.
Keywords: avifauna, ducks, nature, ornithology, wild birds

PMR-D12263
Mandarin Duck (Aix galericulata) (male) in Nymphenburg Park, Munich.
Keywords: avifauna, ducks, nature, ornithology, wild birds

PMR-D12262
Coot (Eurasian) (Fulica atra) in Nymphenburg Park, Munich.
Keywords: avifauna, crakes, nature, ornithology, rails, wild birds

PMR-D12261
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the former stable block in the north wing of Nymphenburg Palace, now the home of the museum "Mensch und Natur" ("Mankind and Nature").
Keywords: architecture, baroque, magnificence, München, pomp, Schloss Nymphenburg, splendour, Wittelsbach Family

PMR-D12260
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: eastern facade of Nymphenburg Palace, former summer home of the Wittelsbacher family and birthplace of King Ludwig II, from the reflecting pool.
Keywords: architecture, baroque, magnificence, München, pomp, Schloss Nymphenburg, splendour, Wittelsbach Family

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

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

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

PMR-D12256
England, Kent, Dover: P&O Ferry "Spirit of France", gross tonnage 47,592 gt., built in 2012, arriving after Channel crossing.
Keywords: boat, cargo, English Channel, marine, ro-ro, ship, transport

PMR-D12255
England, Kent, Dover: Ferry "Isle of Inisheer" of Irish Ferries, gross tonnage 22,152 gt., built in year 2000, leaving on Channel crossing.
Keywords: boat, cargo, English Channel, marine, ro-ro, ship, transport

PMR-D12254
England, Surrey, Great Bookham: the water tower on Polesden Lacy estate, left to the National Trust by Mrs Greville.
Keywords: architecture, brick-built, culture, heritage, stately home

PMR-D12253
England, Surrey, Great Bookham: the water tower on Polesden Lacy estate, left to the National Trust by Mrs Greville.
Keywords: architecture, brick-built, culture, heritage, stately home

PMR-D12252
England, Surrey, Great Bookham: Polesden Lacy Manor House, built in 1821-3 and left to the National Trust by Mrs Greville. There has been a house on the site since 1336.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, picturesque, stately home

PMR-D12251
England, Surrey, Great Bookham: Polesden Lacy Manor House, built in 1821-3 and left to the National Trust by Mrs Greville. There has been a house on the site since 1336.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, picturesque, stately home

PMR-D12250
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene in Raiffeisenstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, high-rise, picturesque, residential block, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12249
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees in the Bergl Woods.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12248
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snowy scene in the cemetery.
Keywords: countryside, gravestones, graveyard, nature, picturesque, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12247
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with walkers and snow-laden trees.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12246
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden church cross.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12245
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with walkers and snow-laden trees.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12244
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12243
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12242
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12241
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with walkers and snow-laden trees.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12240
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with walkers and snow-laden trees.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

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

PMR-D12238
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12237
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees and park bench.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12236
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-covered kiosk.
Keywords: colourful, countryside, nature, picturesque, snowfall, street art, weather, winter

PMR-D12235
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees in the Bergl Woods.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12234
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with cross-country skier in the Bergl Woods.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12233
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees in the Bergl Woods.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12232
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene in the Bergl Woods.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12231
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12230
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-covered fields.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12229
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with Bergl Woods in the background.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12228
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with snow-laden trees.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12227
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with Bergl Woods in the background.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12226
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with Bergl Woods in the background.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12225
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with Bergl Woods in the background.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12224
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene with Bergl Woods in the background.
Keywords: countryside, landscape, nature, picturesque, rural scene, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12223
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow-laden trees.
Keywords: nature, peaceful, picturesque, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12222
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: snow scene in Raiffeisenstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, high-rise, picturesque, residential block, snowfall, weather, winter

PMR-D12151
Pink flowers of Epiphyllum hybrid (forest cactus).
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D12150
Red flower of Epiphyllum hybrid (forest cactus).
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, house plants, nature, ornamental

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

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

PMR-D12147
Larva of the Common Cockchafer or May Beetle or Maybug (Melolontha melolontha).
Keywords: agriculture, garden pest, grub, insects

PMR-D12146
Common Vole (Microtus arvalis)
Keywords: animals, creatures, fauna, mammals, nature, rodents, wildlife

PMR-D12145
Common Vole (Microtus arvalis)
Keywords: animals, creatures, fauna, mammals, nature, rodents, wildlife

PMR-D12144
Common Vole (Microtus arvalis)
Keywords: animals, creatures, fauna, mammals, nature, rodents, wildlife

PMR-D12143
Kestrel (male) (Falco tinnunculus).
Keywords: avifauna, birds of prey, falcons, nature, ornithology, raptors, wild birds

PMR-D12077
Greece, Aegean Sea: Dash and Dot Goatfish (Strichpunkt Meerbarbe) (Parupeneus barberinus)(left of picture) with Ornate Wrasse (Turkish Wrasse)(Meerpfau)(Thalassoma pavo).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12076
Greece, Aegean Sea: underwater rock formation
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12075
Greece, Aegean Sea: Red Fan Worm/ Mopworm (Protula bispiralis.)
Keywords: Annelida, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12074
Greece, Aegean Sea: underwater rock formation
Keywords: marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12073
Greece, Aegean Sea: unidentified fish
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12072
Greece, Aegean Sea: shoal of Hardyhead Silversides (Atherinomorus lacunosus)
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12071
Greece, Aegean Sea: shoal of Hardyhead Silversides (Atherinomorus lacunosus)
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12070
Greece, Aegean Sea: shoal of Hardyhead Silversides (Atherinomorus lacunosus)
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12069
Greece, Aegean Sea: Bluespotted Cornetfish (Glatter Floetenfisch) (Fistularia commersonii).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12068
Greece, Aegean Sea: shoal of Hardyhead Silversides (Atherinomorus lacunosus)
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12067
Greece, Aegean Sea: shoal of Hardyhead Silversides (Atherinomorus lacunosus)
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12066
Greece, Aegean Sea: unidentified fish
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12065
Greece, Aegean Sea: unidentified fish
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12064
Greece, Aegean Sea: red coral?
Keywords: marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12063
Greece, Aegean Sea: shoal of mixed small fish.
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12062
Greece, Aegean Sea: juvenile Ornate Wrasse (Turkish Wrasse) (Meerpfau) (Thalassoma pavo).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12061
Greece, Aegean Sea: Bluespotted Cornetfish (Glatter Floetenfisch) (Fistularia commersonii).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12060
Greece, Aegean Sea: octopus
Keywords: marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D12059
Turkey, Mugia Province, Euromos: vaulted monument tomb from the Roman period in the south necropolis.
Keywords: Aegean, antiquity, archeology, architecture, art, culture, excavations, Greek, Hellenic, heritage, historic, masonry, picturesque, Roman, ruin

PMR-D12058
Turkey, Mugia Province, Euromos: vaulted monument tombs from the Roman period in the south necropolis.
Keywords: Aegean, antiquity, archeology, architecture, art, culture, excavations, Greek, Hellenic, heritage, historic, masonry, picturesque, Roman, ruin

PMR-D12057
Turkey, Mugia Province, Euromos: a well preserved Roman Temple of Zeus dating from the 2nd century AD - has 16 standing Corinthian columns with architraves.
Keywords: Aegean, antiquity, archeology, architecture, art, culture, excavations, Greek, Hellenic, heritage, historic, masonry, picturesque, Roman, ruin

PMR-D12056
Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: line-up of moored sailing boats and yachts in the harbour.
Keywords: Aegean, historic, marina, picturesque, resort, tourism

PMR-D12055
Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: statue of a girl with dove on the quayside, with the inscription "To live like a tree in solitude and free and like a forest in solidarity" (translation of a poem by Nazin Hikmet (1902-63))
Keywords: artistic, bronze, culture, monument, Nazim Hikmet, sculpture

PMR-D12054
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: typical harsh, rocky landscape with Turkish flag.
Keywords: Aegean , geology, macchia, maquis, maritime, picturesque

PMR-D12053
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC.
Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque

PMR-D12052
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC.
Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque

PMR-D12051
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: isolated wooden restaurant on the jetty for the use of visiting yachts with macchia landscape in the background.
Keywords: Aegean , maquis, maritime, picturesque, sailing boats

PMR-D12050
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the bay, with bougainvillea.
Keywords: Aegean , colourful, maritime, picturesque, yachts

PMR-D12049
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: a native goat, on watch, remains motionless for long periods.
Keywords: Aegean , animal, fauna, figurehead, flora, look-out, sentinel, wildlife

PMR-D12048
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC.
Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque

PMR-D12047
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: path from the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC.
Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque

PMR-D12046
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the jetty and moored yachts from the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress.
Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque

PMR-D12045
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the Turkish sailing boat "Bahriyeli C" from the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress.
Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque

PMR-D12044
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: a native goat, on watch, remains motionless for long periods.
Keywords: Aegean , animal, fauna, flora, look-out, wildlife

PMR-D12043
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: a patriotic Turkish goat posing for photographers.
Keywords: Aegean , animal, fauna, flag, flora, wildlife

PMR-D12042
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: typical harsh, rocky landscape.
Keywords: Aegean , geology, macchia, maquis, maritime, picturesque

PMR-D12041
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC.
Keywords: Aegean , antiquity, archeology, defence, fortifications, historic, maritime, picturesque

PMR-D12040
Turkey, Bozburun peninsula: group of goats in a rocky bay.
Keywords: animals, fauna, nature, sure-footed, widlife

PMR-D12039
Greece, Island of Symi: the Turkish sailing boat "Bahriyeli C" leaving Symi under sail.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, mainsail, rigging, yachts

PMR-D12038
Greece, Island of Symi: the Turkish sailing boat "Bahriyeli C" leaving Symi under sail.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, mainsail, rigging, yachts

PMR-D12037
Greece, Island of Symi: Turkish sailing boat, "Bahriyeli C" at night in the brightly-lit harbour.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, glittering, Greek Islands, Hellas, illuminated, island hopping, light, picturesque, reflections

PMR-D12036
Greece, Island of Symi: the Byzantine church and belltower on the headland, with a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D12035
Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront, with the clocktower on the left.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D12034
Greece, Island of Symi: the clocktower (1881), on the point, separates the two bays, with a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts

PMR-D12033
Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, with church and belltower. The clocktower, on the point, dates from 1881.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts

PMR-D12032
Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront where the yachts are moored.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts

PMR-D12031
Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront where the yachts are moored.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts

PMR-D12030
Greece, Island of Symi: view of the harbour, with a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts

PMR-D12029
Greece, Island of Symi: crowds of passengers waiting for the arriving ferryboat on the jetty, in front of the clocktower.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D12028
Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, with the Greek and Turkish flags.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D12027
Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, with the Greek and Turkish flags.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D12026
Greece, Island of Symi: the harbour jetty, with a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts

PMR-D12025
Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront, where the pleasure boats are moored.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts

PMR-D12024
Greece, Island of Symi: view of the harbour and boats moored to the jetty, with the European Union flag by the Harbourmaster's office.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts

PMR-D12023
Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront, with a row of pleasure boats moored to the jetty.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional, yachts

PMR-D12022
Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, pleasure boats, traditional

PMR-D12021
Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront, including church and belltower.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D12020
Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D12019
Greece, Island of Symi: a colourful array of classical facades on the terraced hillside, reaching down to the waterfront.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D12018
Greece, Island of Symi: the windmill, on a promontory overlooking the harbour, at Panormitis.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings

PMR-D12017
Greece, Island of Symi: the windmill, on a promontory overlooking the harbour, at Panormitis.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings

PMR-D12016
Greece, Island of Symi: the ornate belltower of Panormitis Monastery, recently renovated.
Keywords: architecture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Orthodox

PMR-D12015
Greece, Island of Symi: Panormitis Monastery at night, reflected in the water.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, illuminated, island hopping, moorings, Orthodox

PMR-D12014
Greece, Island of Symi: Bronze plaque comemmorating the execution of three Greeks (archimandrite plus two staff) during WWII by the Germans for "collaboration with the enemy" at Panormitis Monastery.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, NAZIS, Orthodox, war crimes, wartime history

PMR-D12013
Greece, Island of Symi: sailing boat "Bahriyeli C" moored in the harbour of Panormitis Monastery.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, Orthodox

PMR-D12012
Greece, Island of Symi: the patterned courtyard of Panormitis Monastery, with the galleried cells of the former monks.
Keywords: architecture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Orthodox

PMR-D12011
Greece, Island of Symi: the ornate belltower of Panormitis Monastery, recently renovated.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, Orthodox

PMR-D12010
Greece, Island of Symi: Panormitis Monastery (early 18th century), recently renovated, and the waterfront.
Keywords: architecture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, moorings, Orthodox

PMR-D12009
Greece, Island of Alimia: ruins of German barracks on the now-uninhabited island. Seven Germans were charged with guarding the island in 1943.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, historical, island hopping, military, wartime, WWII

PMR-D12008
Greece, Island of Chalki: view of the town from the sea, lying at the foot of a barren mountain range and ruined castle.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D12007
Greece, Island of Chalki: view of the town from the sea, lying at the foot of a barren mountain range.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D12006
Greece, Island of Chalki: purchase of freshly-caught fish outside the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, fishing boats, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D12005
Greece, Island of Chalki: the local ferryboat entering the harbour with colourful house facades in the background.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D12004
Greece, Island of Chalki: view of the town from the sea, lying at the foot of a barren mountain range.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D12003
Greece, Island of Chalki: the local ferryboat arriving from neighbouring islands.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D12002
Greece, Island of Chalki: the waterfront, with house facades, and moored fishing boats.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D12001
Greece, Island of Chalki: the waterfront, with colouful house facades, overlooked by the ruins of a Byzantine fortress on the hilltop.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, fortifications, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D12000
Greece, Island of Chalki: the waterfront, with colouful house facades, overlooked by three former windmills.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D11999
Greece, Island of Chalki: the waterfront, with colourful house facades reflected in the water.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D11998
Greece, Island of Chalki: the waterfront, with house facades and belltower with moored yachts in the foreground.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D11997
Greece, Island of Chalki: colourful classical house facades and bougainvillea.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11996
Greece, Island of Chalki: the promenade and waterfront, with house facades, belltower and classical church facade.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D11995
Greece, Island of Chalki: the promenade and waterfront, with colouful house facades, overlooked by three former windmills.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D11994
Greece, Island of Chalki: the promenade and waterfront, with house facades and moored watercraft overlooked by the barren hillside.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D11993
Greece, Island of Chalki: the promenade and waterfront, with house facades and belltower overlooked by the barren hillside.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D11992
Greece, Island of Chalki: yachts, berthed on the jetty, and part of the town on the barren hillside.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, jetty, picturesque

PMR-D11991
Greece, Island of Chalki: the spacious promenade and waterfront offers room for quayside restaurants.
Keywords: Dodecanese, eating, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, jetty, moorings, picturesque

PMR-D11990
Greece, Island of Chalki: the cats of the island have their own feeding place, protected from the elements.
Keywords: cats' cafe, Dodecanese, feline, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, pets

PMR-D11989
Greece, Island of Chalki: view of the town and waterfront, with flowering bougainvillea in the foreground.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D11988
Greece, Island of Chalki: view of the town and waterfront, with one of the belltowers in the foreground.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, port

PMR-D11987
Greece, Island of Chalki: ruins of a Byzantine fortress on a barren hill overlooks the coastline, quite without vegetation.
Keywords: coast, defence, Dodecanese, fortifications, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, isolated

PMR-D11986
Greece, Island of Chalki: newer dwellings, built higher up the slope above the town.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, houses, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11985
Greece, Island of Chalki: restaurant tables on the quayside, with sailing ship "Bahriyeli C" moored on the harbour in the background.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, jetty, picturesque, port

PMR-D11984
Greece, Island of Chalki: quayside, with day-tripper motor launch and houses in terraces.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, jetty, picturesque, port

PMR-D11983
Greece, Island of Chalki: departing fishing boat with yachts, berthed on the jetty, and part of the town.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11982
Greece, Island of Chalki: early morning sun on yachts, berthed on the jetty, with part of the town.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11981
Greece, Island of Chalki: a small green oasis on the barren north coast of the island.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, isolated, picturesque

PMR-D11980
Greece, Island of Chalki: ruins of a Byzantine fortress on a barren hill, where a solitary tree defies the elements.
Keywords: coast, defence, Dodecanese, fortifications, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, isolated

PMR-D11979
Greece, Island of Rhodes: caves, used as burial chambers in antiquity, on a headland off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, necropolis, picturesque

PMR-D11978
Greece, Island of Rhodes: cliffs, caves and secluded beach off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11977
Greece, Island of Rhodes: caves, used as burial chambers in antiquity, on a headland off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, necropolis, picturesque

PMR-D11976
Greece, Island of Rhodes: caves, used as burial chambers in antiquity, on a headland off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, necropolis, picturesque

PMR-D11975
Greece, Island of Rhodes: a rocky headland off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11974
Greece, Island of Rhodes: cliffs, caves and secluded beach off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: coast, Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11973
Greece, Island of Rhodes: sunset off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: calm, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, placid, reflections, tranquil

PMR-D11972
Greece, Island of Rhodes: sunset off Cape Fourni.
Keywords: calm, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, placid, reflections, tranquil

PMR-D11971
Greece, Island of Tilos: ferryboat "Stavros" of SAOS Ferries.
Keywords: car ferry, connection, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, ship

PMR-D11970
Greece, Island of Tilos: bays and coastline near Liviados with a solitary wind turbine.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sustainable energy, wind power

PMR-D11969
Greece, Island of Tilos: bays and coastline near Liviados with a solitary wind turbine.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sustainable energy, wind power

PMR-D11968
Greece, Island of Tilos: bays and coastline near Liviados.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11967
Greece, Island of Tilos: newly renovated monastery of Agios Panteleimonos which is built against the cliff and is home to just one monk. The main gate leads to this shady courtyard.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, isolated, Orthodox

PMR-D11966
Greece, Island of Tilos: newly renovated monastery of Agios Panteleimonos which is built against the cliff and is home to just one monk. The church and courtyard.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, isolated, Orthodox

PMR-D11965
Greece, Island of Tilos: newly renovated monastery of Agios Panteleimonos which is built against the cliff and is home to just one monk. Cells for future brothers?
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, isolated, Orthodox

PMR-D11964
Greece, Island of Tilos: newly renovated monastery of Agios Panteleimonos which is built against the cliff and is home to just one monk. The defence- and watchtower, and adjacent church.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, isolated, Orthodox

PMR-D11963
Greece, Island of Tilos: newly renovated monastery of Agios Panteleimonos which is built against the cliff and is home to just one monk.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, isolated, Orthodox

PMR-D11962
Greece, Island of Tilos: bays and coastline near Liviados.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11961
Greece, Island of Tilos: street restaurant in Liviados with appropriate murals.
Keywords: artistic, colourful, Dodecanese, eating, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D11960
Greece, Island of Tilos: the small harbour of Liviados overlooked by a recent tourist development on the mountainside.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11959
Greece, Island of Tilos: the small harbour and quayside of Liviados.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, yachts

PMR-D11958
Greece, Island of Tilos: sailing ship "Bahriyeli C" moored outside the harbour of Liviados.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D11957
Greece, Island of Tilos: street restaurant in the town square of Liviados.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, eating, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D11956
Greece, Island of Tilos: street restaurant in the town square of Liviados.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, eating, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D11955
Greece, Island of Tilos: approaching the small harbour and town of Liviados.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11954
Greece, Island of Nisyros: bizarre rock formations near the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, geology, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

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

PMR-D11952
Greece, Island of Nisyros: typical street in the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D11951
Greece, Island of Nisyros: church and belltower overlooking the village square in the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D11950
Greece, Island of Nisyros: typical street in the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional

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

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

PMR-D11947
Greece, Island of Nisyros: walls of the caldera of the dormant volcano Stefanos. The last eruption was a steam explosion in 1888.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, lava, sulphur

PMR-D11946
Greece, Island of Nisyros: in the main crater of the dormant volcano Stefanos. The last eruption was a steam explosion in 1888.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, lava, sulphur

PMR-D11945
Greece, Island of Nisyros: walls of the main crater of the dormant volcano Stefanos. The last eruption was a steam explosion in 1888.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, lava, sulphur

PMR-D11944
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the main crater of the dormant volcano Stefanos. The last eruption was a steam explosion in 1888.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, lava, sulphur

PMR-D11943
Greece, Island of Nisyros: pavement restaurants on the promenade at Mandraki in late afternoon sun.
Keywords: Dodecanese, eating, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D11942
Greece, Island of Nisyros: colourful facade on the promenade of Mandraki.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, sun, sand, sea

PMR-D11941
Greece, Island of Nisyros: a feline family on a wall in Mandraki.
Keywords: cats, Dodecanese, fecund, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, pets

PMR-D11940
Greece, Island of Nisyros: a street in Mandraki with typical wooden balconies and whitewashed walls.
Keywords: culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, quaint, traditional

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

PMR-D11938
Greece, Island of Nisyros: entrance gate to the ancient acropolis above Mandraki, built about 500 BC to guard the sea.route to Rhodes. Note the precisely-cut massive ashlars.
Keywords: architecture, cultural, Dodecanese, fortification, Greek Islands, Hellas, historic, island hopping, ruin

PMR-D11937
Greece, Island of Nisyros: entrance gate to the ancient acropolis above Mandraki, built about 500 BC to guard the sea.route to Rhodes.
Keywords: architecture, cultural, Dodecanese, fortification, Greek Islands, Hellas, historic, island hopping, ruin

PMR-D11936
Greece, Island of Nisyros: entrance gate to the ancient acropolis above Mandraki, built about 500 BC to guard the sea.route to Rhodes.
Keywords: architecture, cultural, Dodecanese, fortification, Greek Islands, Hellas, historic, island hopping, ruin

PMR-D11935
Greece, Island of Nisyros: a street in Mandraki with typical wooden balconies.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, quaint

PMR-D11934
Greece, Island of Nisyros: pavement restaurant on a terrace in Mandraki.
Keywords: Dodecanese, eating places, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11933
Greece, Island of Nisyros: sleeping cat and postbox in Mandraki.
Keywords: Dodecanese, feline, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, pets

PMR-D11932
Greece, Island of Nisyros: dolphin fountain in Mandraki.
Keywords: colourful, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D11931
Greece, Island of Nisyros: part of the beach at Mandraki.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, sun, sand, sea

PMR-D11930
Greece, Island of Yali: flowers of Sea Daffodils (Pancratum maritimum).
Keywords: botany, Dodecanese, flora, Greek Islands, Hellas, nature, plants

PMR-D11929
Greece, Island of Yali: Purple Spurge (Euphorbia peplis).
Keywords: botany, creeper, Dodecanese, flora, Greek Islands, Hellas, nature, plants, prostate

PMR-D11928
Greece, Island of Yali: handling pumicite or powdered pumice with earth-moving equipment, prior to shipment.
Keywords: cosmetics, Dodecanese, exports, Greek Islands, Hellas, minerals, volcanic

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

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

PMR-D11925
Greece, Island of Yali: plan of the pumice quarry.
Keywords: cosmetics, Dodecanese, exports, Greek Islands, Hellas, minerals, pumicite, site plan, volcanic

PMR-D11924
Greece, Island of Yali: pumicite or powdered pumice being loaded onto a freight ship.
Keywords: cosmetics, Dodecanese, exports, Greek Islands, Hellas, minerals, volcanic

PMR-D11923
Greece, Island of Yali: Purple Spurge (Euphorbia peplis).
Keywords: botany, creeper, Dodecanese, flora, Greek Islands, Hellas, nature, plants, prostate

PMR-D11922
Greece, Island of Yali: Wolf Spider (Hogna radiata).
Keywords: Arachnids, Dodecanese, fauna, Greek Islands, Hellas, nature, wildlife

PMR-D11921
Greece, Island of Kos: classical monument to Alexander the Great.
Keywords: architecture, bust, culture, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, historical, island hopping, sculpture, statue

PMR-D11920
Turkey, Bodrum: sailing ships moored in the harbour, with "Sea World", formerly "Bahriyeli B" in the foreground, now in Greek ownership.
Keywords: boats, colourful, harbour, holiday resort, marina, picturesque, port, yachts

PMR-D11919
Turkey, Bodrum: sailing ships moored in the harbour.
Keywords: boats, colourful, harbour, holiday resort, marina, picturesque, port, yachts

PMR-D11918
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with timber-framed Wiekhouses which were built into the wall every 30 metres for defence purposes.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11917
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with timber-framed Wiekhaus. To the right stands the Fangelturm or Mönchenturm, a reinforcing defence tower.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11916
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with timber-framed Wiekhouses which were built into the wall every 30 metres for defence purposes.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11915
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the Fangelturm or Mönchenturm, a 19-metre reinforcing defence tower with 2.3-metre thick walls, stands in the north-west of the town. Originally a second tower stood nearby.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiekhaus

PMR-D11914
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: sculptured stone figures of a baker's wife, Mudder Schulten, demanding payment for bread from Adolph Friedrich IV von Mecklenburg-Strelitz on the market place, made famous in a book from Fritz Reuther. Sculpture by Wilhelm Jaeger.
Keywords: culture, Dörchläuchting, heritage, legend, literature, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11913
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with timber-framed Wiekhaus; similar ones are built into the wall every 30 metres for defence purposes.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11912
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Friedländer Tor, the north-eastern gate in the 2.3 km town wall, looking towards the outer gate. Built just after 1300, the oldest gate. The house on the left, between the inner and outer gates, is home to the town registry office.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11911
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Friedländer Tor, the north-eastern gate in the 2.3 km town wall, looking towards the inner gate. Built just after 1300, the oldest gate. The house on the right, between the inner and outer gates, is home to the town registry office.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11910
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with two of the Wiekhäuser, built into the wall every 30 metres for defence purposes.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11909
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with timber-framed Wiekhaus; similar ones are built into the wall every 30 metres for defence purposes.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11908
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Neues Tor, the eastern gate in the 2.3 km town wall. On the inside of the gate appear eight terracotta sculptured figures of maids, waving (two pictured). Their significance is not known.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11907
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the Neues Tor, the eastern gate in the 2.3 km town wall. Built after 1550.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11906
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: St. Mary's Church (Marienkirche), completed in 1298, is used only for concerts.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11905
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Stargard Tor, the southern gate in the 2.3 km town wall. Built before 1450. On the inside of the gate appear nine terracotta sculptured figures of maids, waving. Their significance is not known.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11904
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Stargarder Tor, the southern gate in the 2.3 km town wall. Built before 1450.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11903
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Treptower Tor, the western gate in the 2.3 km town wall, seen from the side, with one of the Wiekhouses in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11902
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg:
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, Wiekhaus

PMR-D11901
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: the 7-metre-high, 2.3-metre-long, intact town wall, with two of the Wiekhäuser, built into the wall every 30 metres for defence purposes.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11900
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: Treptower Tor, the western gate in the 2.3 km town wall. Built before 1400.
Keywords: architecture, Brick-Gothic, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11899
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Neubrandenburg: 80% of the town was destroyed during WWII and the centre was rebuilt under the administration of the GDR. The central market place with the high-rise Haus der Kultur und Bildung (HKB = House of Culture and Education). The town wall and gates survived the war.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, paving, picturesque

PMR-D11898
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the impressive brick Gothic facade of the Rathaus (Town Hall) dates from 1278, and is the hallmark of the city.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11897
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Baroque facade and doorway to the Rathaus (Town Hall) dating from 1720, with a street cafe on the cobbled street in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11896
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Badenstrasse - a fascinating mixture of traditional dwelling houses, with dormer windows and gables.
Keywords: architecture, cobbles, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11895
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): St. Jacob's church (Jakobikirche) was completed about the end of the 14th century and is the third-oldest in the city. It has been ruined and rebuilt a number of times, lastly after WWII.
Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11894
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): St. Jacob's church (Jakobikirche) was completed about the end of the 14th century and is the third-oldest in the city. It has been ruined and rebuilt a number of times, lastly after WWII.
Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11893
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): St. Jacob's church (Jakobikirche) was completed about the end of the 14th century and is the third-oldest in the city. Colourful Baroque doorway.
Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11892
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Heilgeiststrasse, with no. 63, the former Treasury Building, nearest.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11891
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the church of St. Nicholas (Nikolaikirche) dates back to 1234 but was completed in its present form (with two towers) in the late 14th century. It is the principal and oldest church in the city.
Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11890
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Böttcherstrasse, with St. Jacob's church visible at the far end.
Keywords: architecture, cobbles, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11889
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the church of St. Mary, completed in its present form in 1485, although it originally had a Gothic spire, 151 metres high (!) which burnt out after a lightning strike in 1647.
Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11888
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the nave of the church of St. Mary, completed in its present form in 1485.
Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11887
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on the Neuer Markt.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11886
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) facade of the Altes Lazarett (military hospital) in the Frankenstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11885
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) facade of the Altes Lazarett (military hospital) in the Frankenstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11884
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): a typical street.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11883
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald-Eldena (Hansa Town): picturesque ruins of the Cistercian abbey, founded in 1199 and destroyed in the Thirty-Years-War, made famous by painter Caspar David Friedrich.
Keywords: artist, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, red-brick

PMR-D11882
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald-Eldena (Hansa Town): picturesque ruins of the Cistercian abbey, founded in 1199 and destroyed in the Thirty-Years-War, made famous by painter Caspar David Friedrich.
Keywords: artist, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, red-brick

PMR-D11881
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald-Eldena (Hansa Town): picturesque ruins of the Cistercian abbey, founded in 1199 and destroyed in the Thirty-Years-War, made famous by painter Caspar David Friedrich.
Keywords: artist, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, red-brick

PMR-D11880
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald-Eldena (Hansa Town): picturesque ruins of the Cistercian abbey, founded in 1199 and destroyed in the Thirty-Years-War, made famous by painter Caspar David Friedrich.
Keywords: artist, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, red-brick

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

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

PMR-D11877
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: reconstruction of a V-1 unguided rocket and its ramp launching system.
Keywords: armament, Hitler, missile, NAZI, warfare, Werner von Braun

PMR-D11876
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: reconstruction of a V-1 unguided rocket on its launching ramp.
Keywords: armament, Hitler, missile, NAZI, warfare, Werner von Braun

PMR-D11875
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: reconstruction of a V-2 rocket.
Keywords: armament, Hitler, missile, NAZI, warfare, Werner von Braun

PMR-D11874
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: inscribed stone commemorating the escape of nine Russian prisoners-of-war in a stolen Heinkel bomber. V-2 rocket in the background.
Keywords: armament, Hitler, missile, NAZI, warfare, Werner von Braun

PMR-D11873
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: the former coal-fired power station of the German Army Rocket Research Establishment during WWII which is now a historical museum with V-1 and V-2 rockets on display.
Keywords: architecture, Hitler, NAZI, warfare, Werner von Braun

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

PMR-D11871
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): the setting sun reflected in the River Ryck in Wieck, part of Greifswald.
Keywords: colourful, culture, golden, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing, sunset, yachts

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

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

PMR-D11868
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): yachts moored along the River Ryck in Wieck, part of Greifswald.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing

PMR-D11867
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): sculpture, "Der Fährmann" ("the ferryman") by Heinrich Zenichowski (1996) in Wieck, part of Geifswald.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing

PMR-D11866
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): the Dutch-style wooden drawbridge (1887) in Wieck, part of Greifswald, is raised several times a day by hand.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing

PMR-D11865
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald-Eldena (Hansa Town): post windmill dating back to at least 1533 and thus one of the oldest on the Baltic coast. It was active until 1932.
Keywords: culture, flour-mill, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11864
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): Grey Crowned Crane (Balearica regulorum) in the local zoo.
Keywords: avifauna, birds, nature, ornithology, waders

PMR-D11863
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): Grey Crowned Crane (Balearica regulorum) in the local zoo.
Keywords: avifauna, birds, nature, ornithology, waders

PMR-D11862
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): Coatis or Coatimundis (Nasua nasua) feeding in the local zoo.
Keywords: animals, fauna, mammals, quadrupeds, ring-tailed

PMR-D11861
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): Coatis or Coatimundis (Nasua nasua) feeding in the local zoo.
Keywords: animals, fauna, mammals, quadrupeds, ring-tailed

PMR-D11859
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on the busy market place,
Keywords: architecture, Baroque, colourful, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11858
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): the Gothic-Baroque gable of the Rathaus (Town Hall) overlooks the busy market place.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11857
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town: the 98-metre-high Gothic tower of Dom St. Nikolai (Cathedral of St. Nicholas), where the artist Caspar David Friedrich was baptised. The church was first mentioned in writing in 1280.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11856
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): Marienkirche (St. Mary's Church), built in 1280 in brick Gothic style, has an impressive carved pulpit dating from 1587.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11855
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): Marienkirche (St. Mary's Church), built in 1280 in brick Gothic style.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11854
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): the Dutch-style wooden drawbridge (1887) in Wieck, part of Greifswald, being opened to allow yachts to enter the harbour.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing

PMR-D11853
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): the Dutch-style wooden drawbridge (1887) in Wieck, part of Greifswald, is raised several times a day by hand.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing

PMR-D11852
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): yachts and other water craft moored in the harbour at Wieck, part of Greifswald.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing

PMR-D11851
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): yachts moored in Wieck, part of Greifswald, reflected in the waters of the River Ryck.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing

PMR-D11850
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on the market place.
Keywords: architecture, Baroque, colourful, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11849
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): Lange Strasse is the main shopping street and a pedestrian zone.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11848
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): children playing in the water of the fountain in the old fish market. Behind is the Gothic-Baroque gable of the Rathaus (Town Hall).
Keywords: architecture, Baroque, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11847
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): children playing in the water of the fountain in the old fish market.
Keywords: architecture, Baroque, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11846
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on the market place, with the tower of the Marienkirche (St. Mary's Church) in the background.
Keywords: architecture, Baroque, colourful, culture, Gothic, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11845
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): yachts moored along the River Ryck in Wieck, part of Greifswald.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing

PMR-D11844
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): yachts and other vessels moored along the River Ryck in Wieck, part of Greifswald.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing

PMR-D11843
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): yachts moored along the River Ryck in Wieck, part of Greifswald.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, nautical, picturesque, sailing

PMR-D11842
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the shoal fish of the North Atlantic are displayed in this huge tank in the Ozeaneum Museum. It has an area of 300 square metres and an acryl screen 10 metres x 5 metres x 30 cm thick, and holds 2.6 million litres of water.
Keywords: attraction, culture, fauna, Hanseatic League, heritage, marine life, picturesque, spectacle, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11841
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the shoal fish of the North Atlantic are displayed in this huge tank in the Ozeaneum Museum. It has an area of 300 square metres and an acryl screen 10 metres x 5 metres x 30 cm thick, and holds 2.6 million litres of water.
Keywords: attraction, culture, fauna, Hanseatic League, heritage, marine life, picturesque, spectacle, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11840
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the shoal fish of the North Atlantic are displayed in this huge tank in the Ozeaneum Museum. It has an area of 300 square metres and an acryl screen 10 metres x 5 metres x 30 cm thick, and holds 2.6 million litres of water.
Keywords: attraction, culture, fauna, Hanseatic League, heritage, marine life, picturesque, spectacle, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11839
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the "Osel Mantis", a one-man deep sea engineering submersible, as seen in the James Bond film "For Your Eyes Only". On display in the Ozeaneum Museum.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11838
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the "Osel Mantis", a one-man deep sea engineering submersible, as seen in the James Bond film "For Your Eyes Only". On display in the Ozeaneum Museum.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11837
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): Humboldt's penguins on the roof of the Ozeaneum Museum, with the rooftops of Stralsund in the background.
Keywords: architecture, birds, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, ornithology, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11836
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): a traditional gaff-rigged Baltic cutter, in full sail, with the skyline of Stralsund behind.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, sailing boat, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11835
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): a traditional gaff-rigged Baltic cutter, in full sail, with the skyline of Stralsund and church of St. Nicholas, behind.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, sailing boat, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11834
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): a traditional gaff-rigged Baltic cutter, in full sail.
Keywords: colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, sailing boat, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11833
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the skyline from the sea, with the churches of St. Mary, St. Jacob and St. Nicholas, from left to right.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11832
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the skyline from the sea, with the church of St. Nicholas behind a number of brick-built trading warehouses.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11831
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the skyline from the sea, with the church of St. Nicholas in the centre.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11830
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the new 4079-metre long bridge to Rügen with its 128-metre high pylon, opened in 2007, crosses the island of Dänholm.
Keywords: architecture, culture, engineering, Hanseatic League, heritage, steel construction, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11829
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): bridges to the island of Rügen: on the left the old Rügendamm and on the right the new bridge, 4079-metres long, opened in 2007. both in use.
Keywords: architecture, culture, engineering, Hanseatic League, heritage, steel construction, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11828
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the new bridge to Rügen with its 128-metre high pylon, opened in 2007, crosses the island of Dänholm (foreground).
Keywords: architecture, culture, engineering, Hanseatic League, heritage, steel construction, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11827
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the huge ship-building hall, 300 metres long by 108 metres wide by 74 metres high, which started work in 1996, is one of the most modern in Europe.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, indoor dockyard, ship-construction, steelwork, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11826
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): bridges to the island of Rügen: in the vorground the old Rügendamm and behind the new bridge with its 128-metre high pylon, opened in 2007.
Keywords: architecture, culture, engineering, Hanseatic League, heritage, steel construction, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11825
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): historic figure of an agricultural worker on the front of a trading warehouse.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, sculpture, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11824
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): view of the historic buildings on the harbour island, with the new Ozeaneum Museum in the centre, all reflected in the waters of the Strelasund.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11823
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the historic Hafenamt (Harbourmaster) on the Hansakai, with a tower of St. Nicholas in the background.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11822
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): view of the futuristic Ozeaneum Museum which opened its doors in July 2008, with historic brick-built trade warehouses on the right.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11821
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): view of the harbour from a sightseeing boat, with facades of burgher houses and the church towers of St. Nicholas in the background.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11820
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): view of the harbour with sightseeing boat, and the church towers of St. Nicholas in the background.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11819
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the church of St. Mary, completed in its present form in 1485, although it originally had a Gothic spire, 151 metres high (!) which burnt out after a lightning strike in 1647. Seen reflected in the waters of the Franken Teich (lake).
Keywords: architecture, brick-Gothic, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11818
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): facade of Alter Markt 6, built in 1357 and converted to Baroque style in 1650. Now home to the traditional pharmacy business.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11817
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the brick Gothic facade of the "Wulflamhaus", Alter Markt 5, dates from 1352.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11816
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): brick Gothic facade of the "Giebelhaus", Mühlenstrasse 1, displays the oldest known example of the "pillar gable", from the 13th century. The bottom part was lost during Baroque alterations in 1770.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11815
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on Mühlenstrasse and the Alter Markt.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11814
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the impressive brick Gothic facade of the Rathaus (Town Hall) dates from 1278, and is the hallmark of the city.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11813
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): handsome facades on the Alter Markt. The grey building displaying a coat of arms in the gable, Alter Markt 14, is the former residence of the Swedish garrison commander, during the Swedish occupation.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11812
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the Gothic arches of the side isles of St. Nicholas' church have been restored to their original striking colours. The Renaissance pulpit dates from 1611.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11811
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): view of the nave of St. Nicholas' church from the ambulatory.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11810
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the Gothic arches of the side isles of St. Nicholas' church have been restored to their original striking colours.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11809
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the impressive Gothic nave of St. Nicholas' Church
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11808
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): the well-lit walk-through gallery of the Rathaus (Town Hall)
Keywords: architecture, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11807
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): recently restored Baroque West Door of St Nicholas' Church with an image of St. Nicholas, the statues of Hope (Spes) and Faith (Fides) and cherubs carrying the instruments of the Passion (arma Christi).
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11806
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on the Alter Markt and Mühlenstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11805
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): handsome burgher house at Mühlenstrasse 7, built in late 18th century in neo-Baroque style.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, UNESCO World Heritage

PMR-D11804
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stralsund (Hansa Town): handsome facades, many with gables, on Mühlenstrasse and the Alter Markt.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, Hanseatic League, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11803
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Greifswald (Hansa Town): historic yacht moored in the harbour on the River Ryck.
Keywords: Hanseatic League, heritage, maritime, picturesque, sailing boat, tradition

PMR-D11802
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stolpe on the Island of Usedom: Schloss Stolpe was built in Baroque style towards the end of the 17th century on the site of a previous castle. Beer and other refreshments are enjoyed at the summer fete on the grass.
Keywords: architecture, atmosphere, culture, drinking, eating, festival, heritage, lively, palatial, picturesque

PMR-D11801
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stolpe on the Island of Usedom: Schloss Stolpe was built in Baroque style towards the end of the 17th century on the site of a previous castle. Beer and other refreshments are enjoyed at the summer fete on the grass.
Keywords: architecture, atmosphere, culture, drinking, eating, festival, heritage, lively, palatial, picturesque

PMR-D11800
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Usedom: a typical cobbled street
Keywords: architecture, colourful, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11799
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Usedom: tower of the Marienkirche (St. Mary's Church), built in Gothic style at the end of the 15th century on the site of an earlier church.
Keywords: architecture, culture, gable, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11798
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Usedom: brick-built Anklamer Tor, the town's eastern gate, was erected about 1495.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11797
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Stolpe on the Island of Usedom: Schloss Stolpe was built in Baroque style towards the end of the 17th century on the site of a previous castle. Home of the von Schwerin family.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, palatial, picturesque

PMR-D11796
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: historic boats, preserved on the quayside as museums, with the old NAZI power station in the background.
Keywords: colourful, heritage, marine, veteran, vintage

PMR-D11795
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: fishing boats, moored or on land, along with a museum-warship on the peninsula.
Keywords: colourful, jetty, marine, picturesque, quayside

PMR-D11794
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: the former coal-fired power station of the German Army Rocket Research Establishment during WWII which is now a historical museum with V-1 and V-2 rockets on display.
Keywords: architecture, Hitler, NAZI, warfare, Werner von Braun

PMR-D11793
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: colourful cafe on the quayside of the peninsula.
Keywords: drinking, eating, harbour, refreshments, yachts

PMR-D11792
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: 45-metre sailing schooner "Weiße Düne", built in the Netherlands in 1909. Named "Klara Katharina" she sank in 1941, but was salvaged and re-equipped.
Keywords: maritime, rigging, sailing boat, sailing ship, veteran

PMR-D11791
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: 45-metre sailing schooner "Weiße Düne", built in the Netherlands in 1909. Named "Klara Katharina" she sank in 1941, but was salvaged and re-equipped.
Keywords: maritime, rigging, sailing boat, sailing ship, veteran

PMR-D11790
Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Peenemünde on the Island of Usedom: ex-Soviet submarine U461 of the NATO reporting class "Juliett", built in the early 1960s. Diesel-powered, and capable of launching four nuclear cruise missiles, it is now a museum.
Keywords: maritime, navy, Russian, threat, U-boat

PMR-D11515
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): the interior of the Orthodox Church of Agios Spyridon. The church, dating from 1590, preserves the mummified body of the island's patron saint, St. Spyridon, in an ornate silver coffin. Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): the interior of the Orthodox Church of Agios Spyridon. The church, dating from 1590, preserves the mummified body of the island's patron saint, St. Spyridon, in an ornate silver coffin.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, iconostasis, Ionian Islands

PMR-D11514
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): interior of the Faneromeni church or Panagia ton Xenon, which was used by refugees from the mainland during the Ottoman occupation. It dates back to 1689. Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): interior of the Faneromeni church or Panagia ton Xenon, which was used by refugees from the mainland during the Ottoman occupation. It dates back to 1689.
Keywords: architecture, chandelier, culture, iconostasis, Ionian Islands, Orthodox

PMR-D11513
Greece, Island of Corfu, summit of Mount Pantokrator (914 metres): interior of the church of the Orthodox monastery of Ypsilou Pantokratora, where at present one monk remains in residence. Greece, Island of Corfu, summit of Mount Pantokrator (914 metres): interior of the church of the Orthodox monastery of Ypsilou Pantokratora, where at present one monk remains in residence.
Keywords: chapel, church, highest, iconostasis, Ionian Islands, isolated

PMR-D11512
Flowers of Honesty (Lunaria annua). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11511
Flowers of Borage or Starflower (Borago officinalis). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11510
Flowers of Campanula ramosissima. Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11509
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios with agave.
Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, pink cistus, spring flowers

PMR-D11508
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios.
Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, pink cistus, spring flowers

PMR-D11507
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: view of the beach of Agios Georgios with pink cistus flowers.
Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, pink cistus, spring flowers

PMR-D11506
Flowers of Pink/Hoary Rock Rose (Cistus villosus) (creticus?) Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11505
Flowers of Purple MIlk Thistle (Galactites tormentosus). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11504
Flowers of Pitch Trefoil (Bituminaria bituminosa). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11503
Flowers of Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis Fruiticosa). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11502
Flowers of Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis Fruiticosa). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11501
Flowers of Mediterranean Kidney Vetch (Anthyllis montana). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11500
Flowers of Sage-leaved Cistus (Cistus salviafolius). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11499
Flowers of Sage-leaved Cistus (Cistus salviafolius). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11498
Flowers of Purple MIlk Thistle (Galactites tormentosus). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11497
Flowers of Pink/Hoary Rock Rose (Cistus villosus) (creticus?) Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11496
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kanoni: the scant remains of a Roman Bath complex.
Keywords: culture, heritage, historic, Ionian Islands, ruin

PMR-D11495
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kanoni: Mon Repos, a villa built for Frederick Adam in 1820 later became the property of the Greek Royal Family and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, was born here in 1921. It has been refurnished in the original style and is open to the public as the Museum of Paleopolis.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, Ionian Islands

PMR-D11494
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kanoni: Mon Repos, a villa built for Frederick Adam in 1820 later became the property of the Greek Royal Family and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, was born here in 1921. It has been refurnished in the original style and is open to the public as the Museum of Paleopolis.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, Ionian Islands

PMR-D11493
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kanoni: the convent of Panagia Vlahernon on Vlaherna Island can be reached by walking along the jetty.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historic, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11492
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kanoni: the convent of Panagia Vlahernon on Vlaherna Island can be reached by walking along the jetty. Behind is Mouse Island (Pondikonisi) with a tiny Byzantine chapel, reachable by boat in ca. 4 minutes.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historic, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11491
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): the bell tower of the Orthodox Church of Agios Spyridon, the tallest in Corfu. The church, dating from 1590, preserves the mummified body of the island's patron saint, St. Spyridon.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, Ionian Islands

PMR-D11490
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Agios Ioannis o Prodromos (Church of St. John the Precurser = St. John the Baptist) in Platia Iroon Kypriakon Agoniston, a square popularly known as "Platia Ioniki". Built in 1520, it was formerly Corfu's cathedral.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, culture, heritage, historic, Ionian Islands

PMR-D11489
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Platia Iroon Kypriakon Agoniston, a square popularly known as "Platia Ioniki". The handsome classical Alpha Bank Building (1846) hosts the Banknote Museum (Greek issues). Corfiot politician Georgios Theotoki is honoured with a statue in the centre.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, Ionian Islands, monument, sculpture

PMR-D11488
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (CorfuTown): the elegant arcades of the Liston face the Spianada on the west side. It was built under French rule, in 1807.
Keywords: architecture, Ionian Islands, picturesque, plaza, promenade, terrace

PMR-D11487
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (CorfuTown): the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) reflected in the pool of the modern fountain in Old Port Square.
Keywords: architecture, bastions, fortifications, Ionian Islands, sculpture

PMR-D11486
Flowers of Virginian Stock (Malcolmia maritima). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11485
Flowers of Narrow-leaved Cistus (Cistus Monspeliensis). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11484
Flowers of Mallow-leaved Bindweed (Convolvulus cantabricus). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11483
Flower of Early Purple Orchid (Orchis mascula). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

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

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

PMR-D11480
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: approaching the harbour and beaches by boat.
Keywords: boat trip, cliffs, geology, Ionian Islands, rock formations

PMR-D11479
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: this beach can only be reached by sea: pick-up by boat every hour.
Keywords: boat trip, cliffs, colourful, geology, Ionian Islands, sandy

PMR-D11478
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: part of "Paradise Beach": landing forbidden due to falling rocks.
Keywords: boat trip, colourful, geology, Ionian Islands, sandy

PMR-D11477
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: striking folded limestone rock strata forming small caves.
Keywords: boat trip, colourful, geology, Ionian Islands, rock formations

PMR-D11476
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: striking folded limestone rock strata forming small caves.
Keywords: boat trip, colourful, geology, Ionian Islands, rock formations

PMR-D11475
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: striking folded limestone rock strata forming small caves.
Keywords: boat trip, colourful, geology, Ionian Islands, rock formations

PMR-D11474
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: striking folded limestone rock strata forming small caves.
Keywords: boat trip, geology, Ionian Islands, rock formations, sea caves

PMR-D11473
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: striking folded limestone rock strata.
Keywords: boat trip, colourful, geology, Ionian Islands, rock formations

PMR-D11472
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: striking folded limestone rock strata.
Keywords: boat trip, colourful, geology, Ionian Islands, rock formations, shapes

PMR-D11471
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: pleasure boats exploring the caves near the harbour.
Keywords: boat trip, colourful, geology, Ionian Islands, sea caves

PMR-D11470
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: pleasure boat exploring the caves near the harbour.
Keywords: boat trip, colourful, geology, Ionian Islands, sea caves

PMR-D11469
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: fishing boats in the harbour.
Keywords: colourful, Ionian Islands, jetty, picturesque, pleasure boats

PMR-D11468
Flower of Purple Salsify or Jerusalem Star (Tragopogon porriffolius). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11467
Greece, Island of Corfu, Helidoni Viewpoint: view of Porto Timoni and Agios Georgios beach with the island of Mathraki in the distance.
Keywords: archipelago, coast, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11466
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Odos Nikiforou Theotoki, one of the busiest shopping streets in the old town.
Keywords: arcades, architecture, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11465
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): ruin of an early Christian Basilica of St. Kerkyra dating back to ca. 450. It has been destroyed and rebuilt a number of times.
Keywords: Byzantine, church, culture, historic, Ionian Islands

PMR-D11464
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): ruin of an early Christian Basilica of St. Kerkyra dating back to ca.450. It has been destroyed and rebuilt a number of times.
Keywords: Byzantine, church, culture, historic, Ionian Islands

PMR-D11463
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): stone tablet mounted in the wall of the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) dated 1728 and surmounted by the winged lion of Venice.
Keywords: bastion, historic, Ionian Islands, latin inscription, stone carving

PMR-D11462
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the two peaks in the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), the "Castel a Mare" and "Castel a Terra", with the classical church of St. George, built by the British, in the centre.
Keywords: bastion, fortifications, Ionian Islands, picturesque, Venetian

PMR-D11461
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): stone gateway to the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) dating from the 16th century, surmounted by the winged lion of Venice.
Keywords: bastion, doorway, entrance, Ionian Islands, stone-carving, Venetian

PMR-D11460
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) across the old town to the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio) with the belltower of Agios Spyridon on the left.
Keywords: bastion, Ionian Islands, panorama, picturesque, rooftops

PMR-D11459
Starred Agama or Roughtail Rock Agama(Laudakia stellio)(Stellagama stellio) lizard on the walls of the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) in Corfu.
Keywords: agamid, fauna, Ionian Islands, reptile, wildlife

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

PMR-D11457
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) across the old town to the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio) with the belltower of Agios Spyridon on the left.
Keywords: antirrhinum, bastion, Ionian Islands, panorama, picturesque, rooftops

PMR-D11456
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) across the old town to the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio) with the belltower of Agios Spyridon on the left.
Keywords: antirrhinum, bastion, Ionian Islands, panorama, picturesque, rooftops

PMR-D11455
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio) across the old town to the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio) with the belltower of Agios Spyridon on the left.
Keywords: bastion, Ionian Islands, panorama, picturesque, rooftops

PMR-D11454
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the Spilia area and Old Port Square from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio), with the islet of Vidos, used as a Serbian quarantine in 1916.
Keywords: harbour, Ionian Islands, jetty, panorama, picturesque

PMR-D11453
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the Spilia area and Old Port Square from the New Fortress (Neo Frourio), with the islet of Vidos, used as a Serbian quarantine in 1916.
Keywords: harbour, Ionian Islands, jetty, panorama, picturesque

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

PMR-D11451
Greece, Island of Corfu, summit of Mount Pantokrator (914 metres): approach to the Orthodox monastery of Ypsilou Pantokratora, where at present one monk remains in residence.
Keywords: barren, highest, Ionian Islands, isolated, rocky

PMR-D11450
Flowers of Large Blue Alkanet (Anchusa officinalis). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

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

PMR-D11448
Greece, Island of Corfu, summit of Mount Pantokrator (914 metres): entrance and belltower to the Orthodox monastery of Ypsilou Pantokratora, with the base of the 86-metre-high antenna in the background.
Keywords: archway, church, highest, Ionian Islands, isolated, transmission mast

PMR-D11447
Greece, Island of Corfu, summit of Mount Pantokrator (914 metres): the domain of the Orthodox monastery of Ypsilou Pantokratora. The legs of the giant 86-metre-high antenna are visible in the courtyard.
Keywords: church, highest, Ionian Islands, isolated, transmission mast, well

PMR-D11446
Greece, Island of Corfu, summit of Mount Pantokrator (914 metres): the Orthodox monastery of Ypsilou Pantokratora, where at present one monk remains in residence.
Keywords: chapel, church, highest, Ionian Islands, isolated

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D11440
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: dwelling in the old quarter.
Keywords: alleyways, colourful, crazy paving, geraniums, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11439
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: boutique in the old quarter.
Keywords: alleyways, cottages, crazy paving, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11438
Flowers of Storksbill/Cranesbill (Geranium/Erodium pyrenaicum). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11437
Greece, Island of Corfu, Agios Georgios: the beach of Agios Georgios, over 1000 metres long, with a beached boat in the foreground and flowers of Three-horned Stock.
Keywords: bay, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy

PMR-D11436
Flowers of Prostrate Canary Clover or Hairy Dorycnium (Lotus dorycnium) (Dorycnium pentaphyllum). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11435
Flowers of Broom (Spartium junceum). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11434
Greece, Island of Corfu, Agios Georgios: the beach of Agios Georgios, over 1000 metres long, with Agaves in foreground.
Keywords: bay, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy

PMR-D11433
Greece, Island of Corfu, Agios Georgios: view of the apartments of Porto Timoni, atop the cliff, from the beach of Agios Georgios.
Keywords: bay, colourful, Ionian Islands, outlook, picturesque

PMR-D11432
Greece, Island of Corfu, Agios Georgios: view of Porto Timoni, atop its cliff, from the beach of Agios Georgios, with sunbathers and straw beach umbrella.
Keywords: bay, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy

PMR-D11431
Flowers of the Daisy (Bellis Perennis) en masse. Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11430
Flowers of Bermuda Buttercup (Oxalis pes-caprae). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11429
Flowers of Three-horned Stock (Matthiola tricuspidata). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11428
Greece, Island of Corfu, Agios Georgios: view of Porto Timoni, atop its cliff, from the beach of Agios Georgios.
Keywords: bay, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy

PMR-D11427
Greece, Island of Corfu, Agios Georgios: view of Porto Timoni, atop its cliff, from the beach of Agios Georgios, with Agave in foreground.
Keywords: bay, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sandy

PMR-D11426
Flowers of Bermuda Buttercup (Oxalis pes-caprae). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11425
Flowers of Scarlet Pimpernel (Anagallis arvensis). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11424
Flowers of Three-horned Stock (Matthiola tricuspidata). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11423
House Martin (Delichon urbicum) on nest. Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: avifauna, Hirundinidae, nature, ornithology, wildlife

PMR-D11422
House Martin (Delichon urbicum) on nest. Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: avifauna, Hirundinidae, nature, ornithology, wildlife

PMR-D11421
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Castel a Terra with Venetian belltower and lighthouse in the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio), showing the bridge over the moat (Contrafossa) and Venetian fortifications.
Keywords: architecture, bastion, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11420
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Castel a Terra with Venetian belltower and lighthouse in the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio).
Keywords: architecture, colourful, fortifications, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11419
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): statue of Count Schulenburg, architect of the Venetian fortifications which made the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio) impregnable.
Keywords: Ionian Islands, monument, sculpture, stone, Venetian

PMR-D11418
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (CorfuTown): facades of Old Port Square, Spilia, reflected in the pool of the modern fountain.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sculpture

PMR-D11417
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Odos Solomou in the Spilia district.
Keywords: apartments, architecture, drying washing, dwellings, Ionian Islands, washing line

PMR-D11416
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): courtyard of a taverna in the old town.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, drinking, eating, Ionian Islands, picturesque, restaurant

PMR-D11415
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): the Catholic Catherdral of St. James and St. Christopher ( Agii Iakovos ke Hristoforos), dating from 1632, in Platia Dimarhio.
Keywords: architecture, flowers, garden, Ionian Islands, picturesque

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

PMR-D11413
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): the Palace of St. Michael and St. George, erected between 1819 and 1824 by Maltese masons for the British High Commissioner.
Keywords: architecture, colonnade, Doric columns, Ionian Islands, neoclassical

PMR-D11412
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the two peaks in the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), the "Castel a Mare" and "Castel a Terra", with moored yachts in the foreground.
Keywords: bastion, fortifications, Ionian Islands, picturesque, Venetian

PMR-D11411
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Panagia Mandrakina, a small, Greek Orthodox church on the Spianada, took on its present form in 1950 after rebuilding due to war damage.
Keywords: architecture, belltower, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11410
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): Platia Iroon Kypriakon Agoniston, a square popularly known as "Platia Ioniki" with a statue of Corfiot politician Georgios Theotoki in the centre.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, Ionian Islands, monument, picturesque

PMR-D11409
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): football on the former cricket ground in front of the Palace of St. Michael and St. George.
Keywords: healthy exercise, Ionian Islands, picturesque, sport, youth

PMR-D11408
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): entrance gate to the bridge across the moat (Contrafossa) to the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress).
Keywords: bastion, Castel a Terra, fort, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11407
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of St. Nicholas Bay from the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), with yachts moored in the foreground.
Keywords: bay, catamarans, Ionian Islands, picturesque, seascape

PMR-D11406
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of St. Nicholas Bay from the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), with "pirate ship" on a pleasure cruise.
Keywords: bay, catamarans, Ionian Islands, picturesque, seascape

PMR-D11405
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): the Venetian belltower in the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), to which a clock was added under British rule. Old cannon in foreground.
Keywords: architecture, bastion, fortifications, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11404
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): the Sideros Lighthouse (built 1828) on the summit of the "Castel a Terra", in the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress).
Keywords: architecture, bastion, beacon, fort, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11403
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): "Castel a Mare", the lower peak in the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), with Venetian fortifications which resisted three Ottoman sieges.
Keywords: architecture, bastion, fort, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11402
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): "Castel a Mare", the lower peak in the Paleo Frourio (Old Fortress), with Venetian fortifications which resisted three Ottoman sieges.
Keywords: architecture, bastion, fort, Ionian Islands, picturesque

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

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

PMR-D11399
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): cruise liners "Marella Explorer" of TUI, and "MSC Lirika" of the Mediterranean Shipping Company at their moorings in the Old Port.
Keywords: floating hotel, holiday, Ionian Islands, ships, vacation

PMR-D11398
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the Spianada and Liston from the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio).
Keywords: fortifications, Ionian Islands, panorama, picturesque, Venetian

PMR-D11397
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): view of the waterfront and promenade from the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio) with moored yachts in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, Ionian Islands, picturesque, Venetian

PMR-D11396
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): mortar, cast in the Sussex foundry of Thomas Western (1684) in the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio).
Keywords: architecture, fortifications, Ionian Islands, Venetian, weaponry

PMR-D11395
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): water craft moored in the Contrafossa (former moat) of the Old Fortress (Paleo Frourio)
Keywords: bastion, colourful, fortifications, Ionian Islands, picturesque

PMR-D11394
Greece, Island of Corfu, Kerkyra (Corfu town): statue of Sir Frederick Adam, second British High Commissioner, in front of the Palace of St. Michael and St. George.
Keywords: architecture, Ionian Islands, lily pond, monument, neoclassical

PMR-D11393
Greece, Island of Corfu, Paleokastritsa: rugged cliffs guard the entrance to the bay
Keywords: bay, coast, Ionian Islands, picturesque, rocky

PMR-D11392
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: Agios Georgios beach.
Keywords: bathing, bay, coast, picturesque, sandy

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D11385
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: colourful spring flowers - poppies and corn marigolds
Keywords: botany, grassland, Ionian Islands, meadow, nature, red/yellow

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

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

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

PMR-D11381
Flowers of Blue Pimpernel (Lysimachia foemina) (Anagallis foemina) with Andryata integrifolia. Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11380
Flowers of Blue Pimpernel (Lysimachia foemina) (Anagallis foemina). Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11379
Greece, Island of Corfu, Porto Timoni: apartments and restaurant on clifftop.
Keywords: architecture, holiday, hotel, Ionian Islands, outlook, vacation

PMR-D11378
House Martin (Delichon urbicum) on nest. Corfu, Greece.
Keywords: avifauna, Hirundinidae, nature, ornithology, wildlife

PMR-D11353
Angle Shades moth (Phlogophora meticulosa)
Keywords: butterflies, insects, lepidoptera, moths, Noctuoidea

PMR-D11352
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D11351
Flowers of the African Violet or Saintpaulia (Streptocanthus ionanthus).
Keywords: beauty, botanical, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, house plants

PMR-D11350
Christmas tree with presents.
Keywords: fairy lights, festive, merry, Noel, Saint Nicholas, Santa Claus, Xmas, Yuletide

PMR-D11349
Christmas dinner.
Keywords: candles, crackers, festive, food, meal, Noel, repast, restaurant, round table, symmetry, table arrangement, wine

PMR-D11348
England, Worcester: Christmas trees in the vaulted cloisters of the cathedral.
Keywords: architecture, fan vaulting, festive, Gothic, lights

PMR-D11347
England, Worcester: Christmas trees in the vaulted cloisters of the cathedral.
Keywords: architecture, fan vaulting, festive, Gothic, lights

PMR-D11346
England, Worcester: "Eagle Vaults", a Victorian pub with handsome tiled frontage on Friar Street.
Keywords: architecture, beer, cobblestones, licenced, pedestrian zone, public house

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

PMR-D11344
Fruit of the Orchid Cactus (Epiphyllum hybrid)
Keywords: botanical, botany, colourful, exotic, flowers, house plants

PMR-D11343
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: film director Werner Herzog at Münchner Filmzentrum on 15th October 2022 in connection with the Werner Herzog Filmpreis.
Keywords: cinema, culture, film director, movies, personality, prize

PMR-D11342
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: film director Werner Herzog at Münchner Filmzentrum on 15th October 2022 in connection with the Werner Herzog Filmpreis.
Keywords: cinema, culture, film director, movies, personality, prize

PMR-D11341
Flowers of the Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea)
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, shrubs, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11340
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: autumn colours at Ismaning Reservoir.
Keywords: autumn colours, autumn hues, autumn leaves, colourful, fall, russet and gold, turning colours

PMR-D8636
Chile: Malleco Viaduct, crossing Malleco River Valley near Collipulli, was opened on 26th October 1890, at which time it was the highest bridge of that type in the world. It was constructed by the French company, Schneider et Cie.
Keywords: engineering, Latin America, railway bridge, South America, yellow

PMR-D8411
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): gaily painted preserved fishing boat.
Keywords: Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, secluded

PMR-D8180
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. View of the fountain in Lille Lungegards Vann (lake), with the high-rise City Hall in the background.
Keywords: architecture, commerce, Hanseatic, heritage, historic, mediaeval, mercantile, panorama, picturesque, port, Scandinavia

PMR-D6554
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view of the Japanese Garden, created in a dell in 1908 by the 8th Viscount Powerscourt.
Keywords: botanic, colourful, culture, gardens, heritage, historic, landscape, monument, park , picturesque

PMR-D5988
Oman: an oasis with a pool of emerald water, backed by dramatic cliffs, on the south coast of Dhofar, seen from the new road.
Keywords: Arab state, barren, bleak, cliffs, colourful, geology, Gulf State, Islam, Middle East, Muslim, picturesque, rocky, rugged, sultanate, wild

PMR-D5887
Oman, Birkat al Mawz: a village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms.
Keywords: Arab state, barren, bleak, desert city, dirt-track, geology, Gulf State, Islam, limestone, Middle East, Muslim, oasis, picturesque, rocky, rugged, sultanate, treeless, untamed, wild

PMR-D5066
Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: roadside stallholder and pretty daughter selling "Kuruth", traditional dried/smoked goat's cheese balls.
Keywords: Asian, barren, desolate, geology, landscape, picturesque, rocky, scenic, Silk Road, topography

PMR-D9851
England, West Sussex, Henfield: Sulphur Tuft or Clustered Woodlover (Hypholoma fasciculare).
Keywords: colourful, wildlife, toadstool, mushroom, fungus, nature, botany, flora

PMR-D11274
Turkey, Lycian coast: Dash and Dot Goatfish (Parupeneus barberinus) with other unidentified fishes.
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11273
Turkey, Lycian coast: red sea anemones.
Keywords: marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11272
Turkey, Lycian coast: male Ornate Wrasse (Turkish Wrasse) (Meerpfau) (Thalassoma pavo).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11271
Turkey, Lycian coast: male Ornate Wrasse (Turkish Wrasse) (Meerpfau) (Thalassoma pavo) with juvenile female.
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11270
Turkey, Lycian coast: male Ornate Wrasse (Turkish Wrasse) (Meerpfau) (Thalassoma pavo).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11269
Turkey, Lycian coast: Sea Cucumber (Seegurke) (Synaptula reciprocans)
Keywords: marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11268
Turkey, Lycian coast: unidentified striped fish.
Keywords: marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

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

PMR-D11266
Turkey, Lycian coast: Long-spined Sea Urchin (Diadema setosum).
Keywords: marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11265
Turkey, Lycian coast: Dash and Dot Goatfish (Strichpunkt Meerbarbe) (Parupeneus barberinus).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11264
Turkey, Lycian coast: Bluespotted Cornetfish (Glatter Floetenfisch) (Fistularia commersonii).
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11263
Turkey, Lycian coast: a shoal of unidentified small fish.
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11262
Turkey, Lycian coast: a shoal of unidentified small fish.
Keywords: fish, marine life, Mediterranean, nature, sea life, shore, snorkeling, underwater

PMR-D11261
Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: street in the old town with street lanterns and masses of bougainvillea.
Keywords: colourful, flowers, old quarter, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D11260
Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: street in the old town with street lantern and masses of bougainvillea
Keywords: colourful, flowers, old quarter, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D11259
Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: street in the old town with typical Turkish enclosed wooden balconies and bougainvillea.
Keywords: colourful, flowers, old quarter, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D11258
Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: sailing ship "Bahriyeli D" moored in front of the castle.
Keywords: holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sailing, sunshine, tourist attraction, Turkish carpet centre, yachting

PMR-D11257
Turkey, Mugla, Marmaris: approaching from the sea. The town goes back to almost 1000 BC when it was founded by Doric settlers with the name "Phiscus". Subsequently it fell under Lydian, Greek, and Roman rule until being absorbed into the Osman Empire in 1408. Now a leading holiday resort on the Turkish south coast, it can accommodate over 100,000 visitors at a time.
Keywords: holiday resort, marina, Mediterranean resort, sailing, sunshine, tourist attraction, Turkish carpet centre, yachting

PMR-D11256
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia: the tiny beach, turquoise water and vivid cliffs of Asikoy Bay which possesses a rich underwater life.
Keywords: coast, greenery, hills, mountain, rocky

PMR-D11255
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia: the tiny beach, turquoise water and vivid cliffs of Asikoy Bay which possesses a rich underwater life.
Keywords: coast, greenery, hills, mountain, rocky

PMR-D11254
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Oludeniz: ruins of a long abandoned Greek village on an island in Gemiler Bay.
Keywords: 1922 emigration, deserted, desolate, houses, isolated, stone-built

PMR-D11253
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Oludeniz: early morning mists on the hills around Gemiler Bay
Keywords: anchorage, hills, mountain range, sailing ships, subdued light

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

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

PMR-D11250
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: formerly a major city of the Lycian League due to its outstanding port, has been ruled by Hittites, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans et al. since the 7th century BC. Birthplace of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus). Due to the silting-up of the harbour the city was finally deserted by 1340.
This picture: the Roman lighthouse (built 60 AD), under reconstruction on its old foundations. Originally 26m high it was destroyed by an earthquake/tsunami.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, Arsinoe, culture, heritage, historic, masonry, ruined city, Termilae, Tremilae, Xanthos Valley

PMR-D11249
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: formerly a major city of the Lycian League due to its outstanding port, has been ruled by Hittites, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans et al. since the 7th century BC. Birthplace of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus). Due to the silting-up of the harbour the city was finally deserted by 1340.
This picture: the almost perfectly preserved Arch of Mettias Medustus (100 AD) which was the north gate to the city.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, Arsinoe, culture, heritage, historic, masonry, ruined city, Termilae, Tremilae, Xanthos Valley

PMR-D11248
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: formerly a major city of the Lycian League due to its outstanding port, has been ruled by Hittites, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans et al. since the 7th century BC. Birthplace of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus). Due to the silting-up of the harbour the city was finally deserted by 1340.
This picture: the main street which connects the harbour to the Agora and is lined with Ionic columns, granite on the east and marble on the west.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, Arsinoe, culture, heritage, historic, masonry, ruined city, Termilae, Tremilae, Xanthos Valley

PMR-D11247
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: Abora IV - replica of an ancient Egyptian ship built entirely of totora reed and wood by German archeologist Dominique Goerlitz who built the ship himself according to old Egyptian paintings.
Keywords: Arsinoe, culture, heritage, historic, Kon-tiki, ruined city, Termilae, Tremilae, Xanthos Valley

PMR-D11246
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: formerly a major city of the Lycian League due to its outstanding port, has been ruled by Hittites, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans et al. since the 7th century BC. Birthplace of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus). Due to the silting-up of the harbour the city was finally deserted by 1340.
This picture: the cavea of the Bouleuterion or Prytaneion, which held 1400 people.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, Arsinoe, culture, heritage, historic, masonry, ruined city, Termilae, Tremilae, Xanthos Valley

PMR-D11245
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: formerly a major city of the Lycian League due to its outstanding port, has been ruled by Hittites, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans et al. since the 7th century BC. Birthplace of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus). Due to the silting-up of the harbour the city was finally deserted by 1340.
This picture: the well-preserved amphitheatre was rebuilt by Antoninus Pius in 147 AD after an earthquake. It held ca. 6000 spectators.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, Arsinoe, culture, heritage, historic, masonry, ruined city, Termilae, Tremilae, Xanthos Valley

PMR-D11244
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: formerly a major city of the Lycian League due to its outstanding port, has been ruled by Hittites, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans et al. since the 7th century BC. Birthplace of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus). Due to the silting-up of the harbour the city was finally deserted by 1340.
This picture: the well-preserved amphitheatre was rebuilt by Antoninus Pius in 147 AD after an earthquake. It held ca. 6000 spectators.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, Arsinoe, culture, heritage, historic, masonry, ruined city, Termilae, Tremilae, Xanthos Valley

PMR-D11243
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: formerly a major city of the Lycian League due to its outstanding port, has been ruled by Hittites, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans et al. since the 7th century BC. Birthplace of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus). Due to the silting-up of the harbour the city was finally deserted by 1340.
This picture: the well-preserved amphitheatre was rebuilt by Antoninus Pius in 147 AD after an earthquake. It held ca. 6000 spectators.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, Arsinoe, culture, heritage, historic, masonry, ruined city, Termilae, Tremilae, Xanthos Valley

PMR-D11242
Turkey, Lycia, Patara: formerly a major city of the Lycian League due to its outstanding port, has been ruled by Hittites, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans et al. since the 7th century BC. Birthplace of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus). Due to the silting-up of the harbour the city was finally deserted by 1340.
This picture: the Bouleuterion or Prytaneion, the assembly hall of the Lycian League (1st century BC).
Keywords: archeology, architecture, Arsinoe, culture, heritage, historic, masonry, ruined city, Termilae, Tremilae, Xanthos Valley

PMR-D11241
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: road sign on the way to Patara.
Keywords: bridge, directions, flyover, gantry, Mediterranean, traffic control

PMR-D11240
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: Turkish sailing ship "Bahriyeli C" anchored off Kalkan, harbour mooring being unavailable.
Keywords: hills, resort, three-masted, wooden hull, yachts

pMR-D11239
Turkey, Lycia, Simena: the mediaeval crusader castle with swallowtail castellations on its well preserved walls was built for the Order of the Knights of St. John on the site of the ancient Lycian town of Simena. It dominates the present Turkish village of Kalekoy which can only be reached by boat or on foot.
Keywords: castle, culture, defence, fortifications, fortress, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D11238
Turkey, Lycia, Simena:
"I'm sure the password is right"
Keywords: child, humour, problem, puzzle

PMR-D11237
Turkey, Lycia, Simena: The former Greek coastal village of Simena (Turkish: Kalekoy) can only be reached from the sea - there are no roads connecting it to the hinterland, so development is limited, and little has changed since the Greeks left in 1922. About 200 people live here permanently. Crowning the village is a mediaeval fortress, and scattered around the village are numerous Lycian stone sarcophagi.
Keywords: castle, colourful, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D11236
Turkey, Lycia, Simena (Turkish: Kalekoy) a few of the traditional vault-shaped sarcophagi scattered around on the hillside near the town.
Keywords: antiquity, archeology, burial, culture, grave, heritage, historic

PMR-D11235
Turkey, Lycia, Simena: The former Greek coastal village of Simena (Turkish: Kalekoy) can only be reached from the sea - there are no roads connecting it to the hinterland, so development is limited, and little has changed since the Greeks left in 1922. About 200 people live here permanently. Crowning the village is a mediaeval fortress, and scattered around the village are numerous Lycian stone sarcophagi.
Keywords: castle, colourful, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D11234
Turkey, Lycia, Simena: The former Greek coastal village of Simena (Turkish: Kalekoy) can only be reached from the sea - there are no roads connecting it to the hinterland, so development is limited, and little has changed since the Greeks left in 1922. About 200 people live here permanently. Crowning the village is a mediaeval fortress, and scattered around the village are numerous Lycian stone sarcophagi.
Keywords: castle, colourful, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D11233
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: approaching Kalkan from the sea, with its residential development climbing the hillside, home to many British expats.
Keywords: bay, cliffs, coast, hills, landscape, mountain, resort

PMR-D11232
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: closer view of the headland, with houses crowding the waterfront and the mosque which is home to an interesting local museum.
Keywords: colourful, heritage, minaret, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11231
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: cupolas of a Greek Orthodox church, almost hidden behind the trees.
Keywords: colourful, heritage, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11230
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: closer view of the headland, with houses crowding the waterfront, minaret and fishing boats.
Keywords: colourful, heritage, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11229
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty, lined by colourful facades and tourist boutiques.
Keywords: picturesque, port, resort

PMR-D11228
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty, with colourful houses on the hillside in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, port, resort

PMR-D11227
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty, with colourful houses on the hillside in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, port, resort

PMR-D11226
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: the headland, crowned by the ruins of a 14th century Crusader fortress, with the ferry terminal below.
Keywords: colourful, heritage, historic, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11225
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: colourful facades with classical lines on the waterfront, backed by the mountainous hinterland.
Keywords: architecture, dwellings, houses, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11224
Yellow-legged gull (Larus michahellis) on the Turkish coast.
Keywords: avifauna, birds, Laridae, nature, ornithology

PMR-D11223
Yellow-legged gull (Larus michahellis) on the Turkish coast.
Keywords: avifauna, birds, Laridae, nature, ornithology

PMR-D11222
Yellow-legged gull (Larus michahellis) on the Turkish coast.
Keywords: avifauna, birds, Laridae, nature, ornithology

PMR-D11221
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: adult Loggerhead Sea Turtle (Caretta caretta) in the harbour. Loggerheads are an endangered species, but can live to more than 60 years of age.
Keywords: carapace, marine life, nature, omnivore, reptiles, sea life

PMR-D11220
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: adult Loggerhead Sea Turtle (Caretta caretta) in the harbour. Loggerheads are an endangered species, but can live to more than 60 years of age.
Keywords: carapace, marine life, nature, omnivore, reptiles, sea life

PMR-D11219
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: adult Loggerhead Sea Turtle (Caretta caretta) in the harbour. Loggerheads are an endangered species, but can live to more than 60 years of age.
Keywords: carapace, marine life, nature, omnivore, reptiles, sea life

PMR-D11218
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: ruins of a 14th century Crusader fortress crown the headland.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, heritage, historic, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11217
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: newly restored facades on the quayside.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11216
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: the headland, crowned by the ruins of a 14th century Crusader fortress. The mosque is home to an interesting local museum. View from the terrace of the Hotel Megisti.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, heritage, historic, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11215
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: the headland, crowned by the ruins of a 14th century Crusader fortress. The mosque is home to an interesting local museum. View from the terrace of the Hotel Megisti.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, heritage, historic, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11214
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: the headland, crowned by the ruins of a 14th century Crusader fortress. The mosque is home to an interesting local museum.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, heritage, historic, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11213
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: newly restored desirable residence flying the Greek flag from the balcony.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11212
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: seating for an open air concert in a small square backed by colourful house facades.
Keywords: architecture, mountains, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11211
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: newly painted cherubim-heads on the capital of a column in the Orthodox church.
Keywords: artistic, colourful, culture, religion

PMR-D11210
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: handsome iconostasis in the Orthodox church.
Keywords: colourful, icons, religion

PMR-D11209
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty.
Keywords: colourful, mountains, picturesque, port, resort

PMR-D11208
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty.
Keywords: colourful, mountains, picturesque, port, resort

PMR-D11207
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, port, resort

PMR-D11206
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: fishing boats in the harbour, moored to the jetty.
Keywords: colourful, mountains, picturesque, port, resort

PMR-D11205
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: colourful house-facades on the waterfront.
Keywords: mountains, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11204
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo, Megisti: colourful house-facades on the waterfront.
Keywords: mountains, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11203
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo: approaching the port from the sea by ferry from Kas with the coastal settlement dwarfed by the steep wooded cliffs. Local ferryboat in the foreground.
Keywords: mountains, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11202
Greece, Island of Kastellorizo: approaching the port from the sea by ferry from Kas with the coastal settlement dwarfed by the steep cliffs.
Keywords: mountains, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11200
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kas: Turkish sailing ship "Bahriyeli C" anchored for the night in a bay adjacent to Kas.
Keywords: picturesque, three-masted, wooden hull, yacht

PMR-D11199
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kas: sunset over the bay with reflections on the water.
Keywords: calm, evening, peaceful, resort

PMR-D11198
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kas: promenade and seafront with the harbour and yacht moorings.
Keywords: character, dress, hat, resort, style

PMR-D11197
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kas: bonneted Turkish lady at a pavement cafe.
Keywords: character, dress, hat, resort, style

PMR-D11196
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: minaret of the mosque, with yellow taxi rank.
Keywords: cliffs, colourful, holidays, Islam, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11195
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: the main street, with typical Turkish wooden enclosed balcony and tourist boutiques.
Keywords: colourful, holidays, picturesque, resort

PMR-D11194
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: another vault-shaped Lycian sarcophagus dating from the 4th century BC standing in the centre of the town.
Keywords: antiquity, archeology, burial, culture, grave, heritage, historic

PMR-D11193
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: the main street, leading up the hill, with bougainvilleas.
Keywords: colourful, holidays, picturesque, resort

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

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

PMR-D11190
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: approaching Kalkan from the sea, with its residential development climbing the hillside, home to many British expats.
Keywords: bay, cliffs, hills, mountain, resort

PMR-D11189
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: Blue Star ferry putting in to the harbour of Kastellorizo, a Greek island off the Turkish coast.
Keywords: bay, car ferry, hills, mountain, port, vessel

PMR-D11188
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: motor boats and pleasure craft moored outside the harbour on a silver sea.
Keywords: resort, seascape

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

PMR-D11186
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia, Kalkan: Turkish sailing ship "Bahriyeli C" anchored off Kalkan, harbour mooring being unavailable.
Keywords: hills, resort, three-masted, wooden hull, yachts

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

PMR-D11184
Turkey, Antalya, Lycia: Turkish sailing boat "Bahriyeli C" approaching Kalkan from the open sea.
Keywords: three masted, wooden hull, yacht

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D11177
Turkey, Lycia, Pinara: the path leading down from the acropolis of the ancient city.
Keywords: landscape, Mediterranean, picturesque

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

PMR-D11175
Turkey, Lycia, Pinara: a typical vault-shaped, stone sarcophagus of the Lycians, many of which dot the landscape.
Keywords: antique, archeology, architecture, culture, heritage, historic, Mediterranean

PMR-D11174
Turkey, Lycia, Pinara: the amphitheatre of the ancient city, dates from the time of the Lycian League, and has 27 rows of seats. Unrestored, it remains in good condition.
Keywords: antique, archeology, architecture, culture, geology, heritage, historic, Mediterranean

PMR-D11173
Turkey, Lycia, Pinara: the amphitheatre of the ancient city, dates from the time of the Lycian League, and has 27 rows of seats. Unrestored, it remains in good condition.
Keywords: antique, archeology, architecture, culture, geology, heritage, historic, Mediterranean

PMR-D11172
Turkey, Lycia, Pinara: the amphitheatre of the ancient city, dates from the time of the Lycian League, and has 27 rows of seats. Unrestored, it remains in good condition.
Keywords: antique, archeology, architecture, culture, geology, heritage, historic, Mediterranean

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

PMR-D11170
Turkey, Lycia, Pinara: a cliff face with over 900 rock burial chambers towers over the ruins of the ancient city of Pinara.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, culture, geology, heritage, historic, Mediterranean

PMR-D11169
Turkey, Lycia, Fethiye: "Migros", a floating supermarket, moored, during a visit.
Keywords: colourful, convenience store, Mediterranean, provision sales, sales outlet, trade

PMR-D11168
Turkey, Lycia, Fethiye: one of the senior citizens.
Keywords: aged, face, Mediterranean, Turkish, visage, woman, wrinkles

PMR-D11167
Turkey, Lycia, Fethiye: ancient rock tombs, carved out of the cliffs by Lycians, dating back to the 4th century BC. All have been plundered and many used as dwellings in Byzantine times.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, burial chambers, culture, geology, heritage, historic, Mediterranean

PMR-D11166
Turkey, Lycia, Fethiye: ancient rock tombs, carved out of the cliffs by Lycians. The largest, the Tomb of Amyntas (shown here), in the style of a Greek Ionic temple, with highly decorated sham stone door, dates back to the 4th century BC. All have been plundered and many used as dwellings in Byzantine times.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, burial chambers, culture, geology, heritage, historic, Mediterranean

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

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

PMR-D11163
Turkey, Lycia, Fethiye: this vault-shaped Lycian sarcophagus dated from the 4th century BC. Carved from local limestone, it is the largest example of its kind, and stands in its original position.
Keywords: antiquity, archeology, burial, culture, grave, heritage, historic

PMR-D11162
Turkey, Lycia: salvage vessel towing away a wrecked boat made seaworthy, from Agaliman Bay.
Keywords: boat, Mediterranean, rescue operation

PMR-D11161
Turkey, Lycia: salvage vessel towing away a wrecked boat made seaworthy, from Agaliman Bay.
Keywords: boat, Mediterranean, rescue operation

PMR-D11160
Turkey, Lycia: salvage vessel in Agaliman Bay.
Keywords: boat, Mediterranean

PMR-D11159
Turkey, Lycia: rocky headland with natural window and light-beacon provides a sheltered mooring close to the Dalyan delta.
Keywords: catamaran, colourful, geology, Mediterranean, picturesque

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

PMR-D11157
Turkey, Lycia: Turkish pleasure boat in the Dalyan delta, surrounded by hills
Keywords: Mediterranean, ranges of hills, reed beds, water craft

PMR-D11156
Turkey, Lycia, Dalyan: Turkish pleasure boat as used in trips to the Dalyan delta.
Keywords: Mediterranean, tourist travel, water craft

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

PMR-D11154
Turkey, Lycia, Dalyan: part of the ruins of the ancient town of Kaunos, in the Dalyan delta.
Keywords: antique, archeology, architecture, culture, heritage, historic, Lycia

PMR-D11153
Turkey, Lycia, Dalyan: part of the ruins of the ancient town of Kaunos, in the Dalyan delta.
Keywords: antique, archeology, architecture, culture, heritage, historic, Lycia

PMR-D11152
Turkey, Lycia, Dalyan: remains of a byzantine stone basilica in the ruins of the ancient town of Kaunos, in the Dalyan delta. The upper acropolis is visible on the hill in the background.
Keywords: antique, archeology, architecture, church, culture, heritage, historic, Lycia

PMR-D11151
Turkey, Lycia, Dalyan: remains of a byzantine stone basilica in the ruins of the ancient town of Kaunos, in the Dalyan delta.
Keywords: antique, archeology, architecture, church, culture, heritage, historic, Lycia

PMR-D11150
Turkey, Lycia, Dalyan: Ancient rock burial chambers carved in the cliff wall near Dalyan, with facades copied from Green Ionic Temples. All have been plundered; many were used as dwellings in Byzantine times.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, culture, geology, heritage, historic, Lycia, rock tombs

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

PMR-D11148
Turkey, Lycia, Dalyan: Ancient rock burial chambers carved in the cliff wall near Dalyan, with facades copied from Green Ionic Temples. All have been plundered; many were used as dwellings in Byzantine times.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, culture, geology, heritage, historic, Lycia, rock tombs

PMR-D11147
Turkey, Lycia, Koycegiz: carrot, tomato and other vegetable stalls in the Monday weekly market.
Keywords: buying & selling, colourful, commerce, food display, seller, trader, trading

PMR-D11146
Turkey, Lycia, Koycegiz: green and red grapes in the Monday weekly market.
Keywords: buying & selling, colourful, commerce, food display, fruit, juicy, sweet, tempting, trading, vine products, vineyard

PMR-D11145
Turkey, Lycia, Koycegiz: glass "Fatima's Eye" good luck tokens and other trinkets in the Monday weekly market.
Keywords: buying & selling, colourful, commerce, Islam, souvenirs, striking, trading

PMR-D11144
Turkey, Lycia, Koycegiz: a mass of glass "Fatima's Eye" good luck tokens in the Monday weekly market.
Keywords: blue, buying & selling, colourful, commerce, Islam, striking, trading

PMR-D11143
Turkey, Lycia, Koycegiz: apple and fruit stalls in the Monday weekly market.
Keywords: buying & selling, colourful, commerce, food display, juicy, sweet, tempting , trading

PMR-D11142
Turkey, Lycia: entering Lake Koycegiz, which extends over 65 square kilometres, from the Dalyan delta reed beds.
Keywords: boat trip, headland, landscape

PMR-D11141
Turkey, Lycia, Dalyan: vivid red bougainvillea against a blue sky.
Keywords: blossom, botany, colourful, flowers, Mediterranean, picturesque, shrubs

PMR-D11140
Turkey, Lycia: group of domestic geese in the Dalyan delta.
Keywords: Mediterranean, nature, ornithology, water birds

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

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

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

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

PMR-D11135
Turkey, Lycia: Turkish sailing ship Bahriyeli C at anchor close to the Dalyan delta.
Keywords: Mediterranean, three-masted, wooden hull, yacht

PMR-D11134
Turkey, Lycia: captain and crew of the Turkish sailing boat Bahriyeli C.
Keywords: marine, maritime, Mediterranean, wooden hull

PMR-D11133
Turkey, Lycia: rocky headland with natural window and light-beacon provides a sheltered mooring close to the Dalyan delta.
Keywords: catamaran, colourful, geology, Mediterranean, picturesque

PMR-D3672
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: the Ling Canal., near Guilin, was built in 214 BC, the world's first canal to link two river valleys (Yangtze and Pearl River) across the land contours. A flowering Flamegold Rain Tree or Taiwanese Rain Tree (Koelreuteria elegans) in the adjoining park.
Keywords: ancient, Asian, botanical, flowering tree, Han, historic, Lingqu, Middle Kingdom, national heritage, photogenic, picturesque, UNESCO, waterways

PMR-D3670
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: the Ling Canal., near Guilin, was built in 214 BC, the world's first canal to link two river valleys (Yangtze and Pearl River) across the land contours. Flowers of the Flamegold Rain Tree or Taiwanese Rain Tree (Koelreuteria elegans) in the adjoining park.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, botanical, flowering tree, Lingqu

PMR-D0121
Libya, Fezzan, Wadi Maggedet: flowers of the Sodom Apple (Calotropis procera), a poisonous desert plant.
Keywords: blooms, botany, bush, flora, Maghreb, shrubs, plants, Sahara desert

PMR-D4373
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: flowers of the Glory tree or Flaming Glorybower (Clerodendrum splendens).
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant

PMR-D5045
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): flowers of Androsace villosa.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, botany, plants, colourful, spring, wild-flowers, nature

PMR-D6013a
Flower of Mexican Prickly Poppy (Argemone mexicana) in Salalah, Oman
Keywords: botany, blooms, flora

PMR-D6013
Flower of Mexican Prickly Poppy (Argemone mexicana) in Salalah, Oman
Keywords: blooms, botany, flora

PMR-D6987
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: flowers of Hureim or Simple-leaved Bean Caper (Tetraena simplex or Zygophyllum simplex), a desert succulent with medicinal properties.
Keywords: Sahara, yellow, flora, plant, desert

PMR-D9955
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares. Brazilian plume flower, flamingo flower or jacobinia (Justicia carnea)
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D11126
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: St. Mattheus Church, built of bricks in 1845, was the first protestant church in Ingolstadt.
Keywords: architecture, brickwork, culture, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11125
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Wittelsbach coat of arms on the entry-gate to the Neues Schloss (New Castle) started in 1418 by Duke Ludwig VII ("the Bearded").
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, stone-carving, tradition

PMR-D11124
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: statue of Emperor Ludwig the Bayer, who lived in Ingolstadt from 1310 to 1314, surmounting the fountain in Paradeplatz. It is the oldest fountain in the town, modelled by the sculptor Michael Wagmueller.
Keywords: bronze, culture, figure, heritage, historic, monument, sculpture

PMR-D11123
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: statue of Emperor Ludwig the Bayer, who lived in Ingolstadt from 1310 to 1314, surmounting the fountain in Paradeplatz.
Keywords: bronze, culture, figure, heritage, historic, monument, sculpture

PMR-D11122
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Baroque clocktower on the entry-gate of the Neues Schloss (New Castle) started in 1418 by Duke Ludwig VII ("the Bearded") of the Wittelsbach dynasty. It is now home to the Army Museum.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque, red apples

PMR-D11121
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Baroque entry-gate and clocktower of the Neues Schloss (New Castle) started in 1418 by Duke Ludwig VII ("the Bearded") of the Wittelsbach dynasty. It is now home to the Army Museum.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D11120
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Neues Schloss (New Castle) started in 1418 by Duke Ludwig VII ("the Bearded") of the Wittelsbach dynasty. It is now home to the Army Museum. View from the moat.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D11119
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Neues Schloss (New Castle) started in 1418 by Duke Ludwig VII ("the Bearded") of the Wittelsbach dynasty. It is now home to the Army Museum.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D11034
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Kaisheimer Haus, built about 1600 as a town palace for the Fugger family. It acquired its Baroque appearance during the 17/18th centuries. The future Elector Maximilian I lived here between 1587-90.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D11033
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: St. Mattheus Church, built of bricks in 1845, was the first protestant church in Ingolstadt. View from the Schrannenstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, brickwork, culture, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11032
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: the Rococo facade of Ickstatt House, former residence of Johann Adam, Freiherr von Ickstatt (1702-76), a noted reformer of the Enlightenment.
Keywords: architecture, Baroque, culture, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11031
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: facade of the old town hall (Altes Rathaus) which was rebuilt in its present form and neo-Renaissance style by Gabriel von Seidl in 1882. View from the Victualienmarkt, with fountain in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11030
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: the old town hall (Altes Rathaus) which was rebuilt in its present form and neo-Renaissance style by Gabriel von Seidl in 1882. To the left is the Pfeifturm ("Whistle Tower"), formerly the town's watch tower.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11029
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Baroque facades on the Ludwigstrasse, part of the pedestrian zone.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, picturesque

PMR-D11028
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: the unequal (unfinished) towers of the late Gothic minster(Liebfrauenmünster) begun in 1425.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11027
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: the vaulted late Gothic south portal of the minster (Liebfrausenmünster), started in 1425.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11026
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Kreuztor (Cross Gate) dating from the 14th century. The name originates from the leper-house "St. Cross", formerly situated nearby.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11025
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: part of the mediaeval town fortifications, still in use.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque, tower

PMR-D11024
Germany, Bavaria, Ingolstadt: Kreuztor (Cross Gate) dating from the 14th century. The name originates from the leper-house "St. Cross", formerly situated nearby.
Keywords: architecture, culture, Gothic, heritage, mediaeval, picturesque

PMR-D11023
Flowers of Royal or Rose Mallow (Malva trimestris) in Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11022
Flowers of Sempervivella alba (succulent).
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D11021
Flowers of Slender Corncockle (Agrostemma gracile) in Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11020
Flowers of Common Corncockle (Agrostemma githago) in Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11019
Flower of Zinnia elegans in Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11018
Flower of Zinnia elegans in Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11017
Flower of Zinnia elegans in Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11016
Flower of Gymnocalycium berchtii cactus.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D11015
Flowers of Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) in Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11014
Flowers of Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) in Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11013
Flowers of Scarlet Pimpernel (Anagallis arvensis) in Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11012
Flowers of Scarlet Pimpernel (Anagallis arvensis) in Upper Bavaria.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11011
Flowers of Common Stork's Bill (Erodium cicutarium) in Lower Bavaria.
Keywords: botany, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D11010
Germany, Lower Bavaria: hop-growing areas alternate with maize fields in the Holledau.
Keywords: agriculture, countryside, farming, fields, food production, monotony, rural scene

PMR-D11009
Germany, Lower Bavaria: young Blackface lamb in the Holledau.
Keywords: bucolic, countryside, cute, domestic animals, nature, rural scene, sheep

PMR-D11008
Germany, Lower Bavaria: young Blackface lamb in the Holledau.
Keywords: bucolic, countryside, cute, domestic animals, nature, rural scene, sheep

PMR-D11007
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Bad Gögging: the surviving entry portal of the Romanesque church of St Andreas, still standing adjacent to the new church.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, culture, exhibit, mediaeval, museum, stone carving

PMR-D11006
Germany, Lower Bavaria, Bad Gögging: half-excavated Roman thermal bath, 56m. long x 30m. wide, from first century AD, partly under the parish church of St: Andreas. Unique in Bavaria.
Keywords: archeology, architecture, culture, exhibit, museum, ruins

PMR-D11005
Germany, Lower Bavaria: in the grounds of the Roemerbad Klinik, cure hotel in the spa town of Bad Gögging.
Keywords: al fresco cafe, convalescence, peaceful, picturesque, rehabilitation, relaxing, sanatorium

PMR-D11004
Germany, Lower Bavaria: Villa Aurelia, cure hotel in the spa town of Bad Gögging.
Keywords: architecture, convalescence, peaceful, picturesque, rehabilitation, sanatorium

PMR-D11003
Germany, Lower Bavaria: the river Abens at Bad Gögging.
Keywords: bucolic, countryside, nature, peaceful, picturesque, reedbeds, riverine, rural scene

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

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

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

PMR-D10923
Flowers of the Wild Strawberry (Fragaria vesca) in Bavaria.
Keywords: botany, fruit, nature, phytography, plants, spring, wild flowers

PMR-D10915
Flowers of Aylostera albiflora x heliasa cactus.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D10914
Feathered Ear moth (Pachetra sagittigera, formerly leucophoea)
Keywords: butterflies, insects, lepidoptera, moths

PMR-D10913
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D10912
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D10911
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D10910
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D10922
Eurasian Jay (Garrulus glandarius).
Keywords: corvids, crow family, nature, ornithology, wild birds

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

PMR-D10920
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: The Rindermarkt, formerly the town's cattle market, with its terraced fountain and bronze cattle.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, tourist attraction

PMR-D10919
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: the gilded figure of Maria with the infant Jesus, on her column, which is regarded as the central point of the city.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historical, national heritage, tourist attraction

PMR-D10918
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Marienplatz with part of the New Town Hall, built 1867-1908 by Georg Hauberisser in New Gothic Style, the Maria Column, and the twin brick towers of the 15th-century cathedral (Frauenkirche).
Keywords: architecture, culture, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, tourist attraction

PMR-D10917
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Marienplatz with the New Town Hall, built 1867-1908 by Georg Hauberisser in New Gothic Style, the Maria Column, and the twin brick towers of the 15th-century cathedral (Frauenkirche).
Keywords: architecture, culture, historical, national heritage, tourist attraction

PMR-D10916
Flower of Daffodil (Narcissus).
Keywords: beauty, botany, bulbs, colourful, delicate, flowering plants, nature, ornamental, spring

PMR-D10807
Flowers of Winter Aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) and Purple Crocus (Crocus purpureus or Crocus albiflorus) in the Botanical Gardens, Munich.
Keywords: spring, plants, phytography, botany, wild flowers, nature, corms

PMR-D10806
Masses of Purple Crocus (Crocus purpureus or Crocus albiflorus) in the Botanical Gardens, Munich.
Keywords: spring, colourful, corms, nature, wild flowers, botany, phytography, plants

PMR-D10805
Flowers of Purple Crocus (Crocus purpureus or Crocus albiflorus) in the Botanical Gardens, Munich.
Keywords: spring, plants, phytography, botany, wild flowers, nature, corms

PMR-D10758
Germany, Bavaria, Benediktbeueren: the monastery grounds with hay-barns, overlooked by the snow-capped Benedikten Wand.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D10757
Germany, Bavaria, Benediktbeueren: bird-watcher group in the monastery grounds amid pools from thawing snow.
Keywords: mountain range, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, outdoor life

PMR-D10756
England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): a handsome, wrought iron gateway in the grounds of Petworth House, former home of the Percy family, Earls of Northumberland.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, mansion, country house, work of art, artistic

PMR-D10755
England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the main facade of Petworth House, former home of the Percy family, Earls of Northumberland, from the grounds.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house

PMR-D10754
England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the main facade of Petworth House, former home of the Percy family, Earls of Northumberland, from the grounds.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house

PMR-D10706
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum:
Mittermayerhof, the oldest farmhouse in the collection, dating back to 1525. Of all-wood construction, including the wellhouse.
Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life

PMR-D10705
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum:
Wagnerhaeusl, a farmhouse built in 1810 using an existing building, occupied for over 150 years by a cartwright and wheelwright business.
Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life

PMR-D10704
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum:
Haeuslmannhof, a traditional farmhouse from the Chiemgau region of Bavaria, built in 1751.
Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life

PMR-D10703
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum:
waterwheel in action.
Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life

PMR-D10702
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum:
Wooden gallery on the upper storey of the Bernoederhof, a large farmhouse with ancillary buildings arranged in a square format, built in 1725.
Keywords: historic, country life, dwellings, tradition, heritage, picturesque, architecture, culture

PMR-D10701
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum:
Central courtyard and dovecote of the Bernoederhof, a large farmhouse with ancillary buildings arranged in a square format, built in 1725.
Keywords: historic, country life, dwellings, tradition, heritage, picturesque, architecture, culture

PMR-D10700
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Amerang: the open air museum of historical farm buildings, part of the Glentleiten Museum: the painted wooden Beehouse, built in 1889, has space for about 100 bee colonies.
Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life

PMR-D10699
Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: Raiffeisenstrasse 70, a residential block, built in 1972, with autumn foliage.
Keywords: autumn , colourful, architecture, multi-storey

PMR-D10698
Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: brilliant autumn foliage near the Valentins Park.
Keywords: picturesque, russet and gold, fall, autumn , colourful

PMR-D10697
Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: brilliant autumn foliage near the Valentins Park.
Keywords: picturesque, russet and gold, fall, autumn , colourful

PMR-D10696
Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: brilliant autumn foliage near the Valentins Park.
Keywords: picturesque, russet and gold, fall, autumn , colourful

PMR-D10695
Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: brilliant autumn foliage near the Valentins Park.
Keywords: picturesque, russet and gold, fall, autumn , colourful

PMR-D10694
Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: north rotunda and classrooms of the Education Centre for the Visually Impaired (SBZ). The architects, Pagenstecher & Moosmang, chose red clinker masonry to blend with the existing buildings. Autumn foliage enhances the colour.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, colourful, blind, sight-disabled

PMR-D10693
Germany, Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: north rotunda of the Education Centre for the Visually Impaired (SBZ). The architects, Pagenstecher & Moosmang, chose red clinker masonry to blend with the existing buildings. Autumn foliage enhances the colour.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, colourful, blind, sight-disabled

PMR-D10692
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: the open air museum of historical farm buildings and water mills at Glentleiten:
traditional farmhouse from Oberteisendorf near Berchtesgaden.
Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life

PMR-D10691
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: the open air museum of historical farm buildings and water mills at Glentleiten:
a flock of sheep used for cropping amid colouring autumn foliage.
Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life

PMR-D10690
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: the open air museum of historical farm buildings and water mills at Glentleiten: the reservoir which supplies the water wheels through a system of sluices, surrounded by autumn foliage.
Keywords: historic, country life, dwellings, tradition, heritage, picturesque, architecture, culture

PMR-D10689
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: the open air museum of historical farm buildings and water mills at Glentleiten: the pottery, in an historic wooden building, offers products made on the traditional potter's wheel.
Keywords: historic, culture, architecture, picturesque, heritage, tradition, dwellings, country life, artisan

PMR-D10688
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: colourful display of flowers on a wooden chalet in the hamlet of Birkenstein.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, tradition

PMR-D10687
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: ornate altar of the Pilgrimage Chapel "Maria Himmelfahrt", built in 1710 by Johann Mayr the elder, in the hamlet of Birkenstein:
Keywords: historic, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, culture, religious art

PMR041-08
Czechoslovakia, Prague: "Golden Lane", within the walls of the castle, formerly mini-houses of the castle gunners and goldbeaters, now tourist boutiques.
Keywords: architecture, quaint, colourful, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR030-03
Italy, Veneto, Verona: the old Roman stone bridge over the River Adige, the Ponte Pietra, and the Duomo with campanile (from 1187).
Keywords: architecture, panorama, heritage, historic, culture

PMR023-15
British Leyland - Triumph 1500TC, designer Giovanni Michelotti, in production from 1970-73
(1493 c.c. giving 65 b.h.p., with rear wheel drive)
Keywords: motor car, vintage, veteran, automobile

PMR018-15
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: view of the Bäckertor (Bakers Gate) (mid 13th century) and the Roßmarkt.
Keywords: mediaeval, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR018-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the Mutterturm (19th century).
Keywords: mediaeval, defence, fortifications, autumn colours, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR015-14
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Rich Chapel in the Residenzmuseum, meticulously restored after complete destruction in WWII - scagliola work on walls and floor, side altar with monstrances, and ornate organ.
Keywords: Residence Museum, Wittelsbach, palace, heritage, culture, artistry

PMR015-13
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Rich Chapel in the Residenzmuseum, meticulously restored, after complete destruction in WWII - ceiling cupola with gold stucco-work on a blue ground.
Keywords: Residence Museum, Wittelsbach, palace, heritage, culture, artistry

PMR015-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Rich Chapel in the Residenzmuseum, meticulously restored, after complete destruction in WWII - scagliola work on the walls.
Keywords: Residence Museum, palace, Wittelsbach, culture, heritage, artistry

PMR012-10
Leyland Motor Corporation -Triumph 1300, designer Giovanni Michelotti, in production 1965-70
(1296.0 c.c. giving 65 b.h.p., with front wheel drive)
Keywords: motor car, automobile, veteran, vintage

PMR011-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: Bavarian royal palace of Hohenschwangau reflected in the waters of the Alpsee, with autumn foliage in the foreground.
Keywords: palace, tourist attraction, historic, heritage, architecture, picturesque

PMR011-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: King Ludwig II's Schloss Neuschwanstein, surrounded by ground mist, from the path up the Tegelberg.
Keywords: palace, tourist attraction, historic, heritage, architecture, picturesque

PMR009-15
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: a carved wooden water trough amid autumn leaves, with the Ammergauer Alps in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, mountains, landscape

PMR008-15
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Theatinerkirche (Theatine Church of St. Cajetan), built between 1663 and 1690 in high Baroque style, from the Hofgarten, with fountain in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, Court gardens, picturesque, historic, colourful

PMR000-01
England, East Sussex: Sheffield Park Garden, originally laid out by 'Capability' Brown, now a National Trust property, provides a feast of colour in the aurumn.
Keywords: culture, reflections, foliage colour, botanical, picturesque, heritage

PMR-D7533
Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Intricate symmetrical patterns used for the polychrome tiling.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7530
Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Intricate symmetrical patterns used for the polychrome tiling.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D10672
Peacock butterfly (Aglais io) near Augsburg.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, imago, insect, colourful

PMR-D10590
Painted Lady butterfly (Vanessa cardui) on the flower of Water Mint (Mentha aquatica) in southern Bavaria.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, exotic, colourful , insect, imago

PMR-D10589
Painted Lady butterfly (Vanessa cardui) on the flower of Water Mint (Mentha aquatica) in southern Bavaria.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, exotic, colourful , insect, imago

PMR-D10588
Fruit of the wild Hop (Humulus lupulus) in southern Bavaria.
Keywords: plants, beer brewing, nature, wild flowers, botany, phytography

PMR-D10587
Flowers of Sand Spurrey (Spergularia rubra) in southern Bavaria.
Keywords: plants, nature, wild flowers, botany, phytography

PMR-D10586
Flowers of Early Golden Rod (Solidago gigantea) in southern Bavaria.
Keywords: plants, nature, wild flowers, botany, phytography

PMR-D10585
Flowers of Dark Mullein (Verbascum nigrum) in southern Bavaria.
Keywords: plants, phytography, botany, wild flowers, nature

PMR-D10584
Azure Damselfly (Coenagrion puella) in southern Bavaria.
Keywords: imago, insect, colourful , exotic, dragonfly

PMR-D10583
Flowers of Greater Musk Mallow (Malva alcea) in southern Bavaria.
Keywords: plants, phytography, botany, wild flowers, nature

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

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

PMR-D10580
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Feldafing: Schloss (castle) Garatshausen on Lake Starnberg is a retirement home for the elderly, run by the Bavarian Red Cross.
Keywords: picturesque, sheltered living, nursing home, residence, architecture

PMR-D10579
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lake Starnberg: Possenhofen Castle, birthplace of Sisi, the future Empress Elisabeth of Austria, wife of Franz Joseph I. Dating back to 1536, but rebuilt many times, it is now used for apartments.
Keywords: picturesque, royalty, Schloss, architecture, historic, heritage

PMR-D10578
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lake Starnberg: yachts at their moorings near the village of Berg.
Keywords: picturesque, sailing, pleasure boats, landscape, nature, countryside

PMR-D10577
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lake Starnberg: the memorial chapel at Berg, built in 1889 in remembrance of King Ludwig II of Bavaria who drowned in the lake on 13th June 1886. A cross marks the spot in the water.
Keywords: heritage, The Swan King, The Dream King, monument, Wittelsbach, architecture, historic

PMR-D10576
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Starnberg: view of the town with the parish church and the 16th century castle of the Dukes of Bavaria from Lake Starnberg, with yachts in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, Wittelsbach, countryside, nature, landscape, historic, heritage

PMR-D10575
Germany, Bavaria, Lohhof: Geraniums (Pelargoniums) adorning a balcony.
Keywords: plants, flowers, colourful

PMR-D10574
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: the Gothic Old Town Hall, dating from 1470, with the adjacent Talburgtor (gate-tower), rebuilt after the 1939-45 war.
Keywords: architecture, tourist attraction, historical, mediaeval, national heritage

PMR-D10573
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Marienplatz, with the New Town Hall on the left, the Maria-column in the centre, and the Old Town Hall and Talburgtor-tower on the far side.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical, tourist attraction

PMR-D10572
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: the New Town Hall, erected 1867-1908 by Georg Hauberrisser in neo-Gothic style. The 85-metre-high tower provides a fine view over the city.
Keywords: architecture, tourist attraction, historical, mediaeval, national heritage

PMR-D10571
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: Marienplatz, with the Gothic Old Town Hall and adjacent Talburgtor (tower) dating back to 1470. In the foreground is the base of the Maria-column, erected in 1638 as thanksgiving during the 30-years-war.
Keywords: architecture, tourist attraction, historical, mediaeval, national heritage

PMR-D10570
Germany, Bavaria, Munich: the gilded figure of Maria on her column has been at the centre of Marienplatz since 1638. Behind is the Glockenspiel (carillon) on the facade of the New Town Hall. The lower scene recalls the coopers who danced through the city during the Plague to encourage the burghers, while the upper scene represents the marriage of Duke Wilhelm V to Renate of Lorraine in 1568. Above, the cock crows at the completion of the performance.
Keywords: architecture, tourist attraction, musical bells, colourful, historical, mediaeval, national heritage

PMR-D10569
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from the Kranzberg with Mittenwald on the valley floor.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D10568
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: traditional "Heustadel" (hay barn), roof secured with rocks, on the Kranzberg, with the Karwendel Mountains in the background.
Keywords: alpine, log cabin, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D10567
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains with hikers on the path up the Kranzberg (1391 metres).
Keywords: alpine, walkers, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D10566
Flowers of the Trumpet Gentian (Gentiana clusii) on the Kranzberg, Mittenwald, Bavaria.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, phytography, plants

PMR-D10565
Flowers of Globularia cordifolia) on the Kranzberg, Mittenwald, Bavaria.
Keywords: spring, plants, phytography, botany, wild flowers, nature

PMR-D10564
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from the Kranzberg (1391 metres).
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D10563
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from the Kranzberg (1391 metres) with grazing goats in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR-D10562
Flowers of Spring Cinquefoil (Potentilla tabernaemontani or Potentilla verna) on Kranzberg, Mittenwald, Bavaria.
Keywords: spring, plants, phytography, botany, wild flowers, nature

PMR-D10561
Flowers of the Spring Gentian (Gentiana verna) on Kranzberg, Mittenwald, Bavaria.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, phytography, plants

PMR-D10560
Flowers of the Spring Gentian (Gentiana verna) on Kranzberg, Mittenwald, Bavaria.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, phytography, plants

PMR-D10559
Flowers of Leafy Lousewort (Pedicularis foliosa) on Kranzberg, Mittenwald, Bavaria.
Keywords: spring, semi-parasitic, nature, wild flowers, botany, phytography, plants

PMR-D10558
Flowers of Leafy Lousewort (Pedicularis foliosa) on Kranzberg, Mittenwald, Bavaria.
Keywords: spring, semi-parasitic, nature, wild flowers, botany, phytography, plants

PMR-D10557
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from Lake Wilden in the Isar Valley.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR-D10556
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the snow-capped Karwendel Mountains from Lake Wilden in the Isar Valley.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D10555
Flowers of the Wild Cherry or Bird Cherry tree (Prunus avium) near Ismaning, Bavaria.
Keywords: spring, phytography, fragrant, botany, wild flowers, nature

PMR-D10554
Germany, Bavaria, Ismaning: Painted Lady butterfly (Vanessa cardui).
Keywords: Lepidoptera, colourful , insect, imago

PMR-D10514
Germany, Upper Bavaria: D-OBKS Kubicek BB.34E hot-air balloon, having landed near Wald.
Keywords: Allgaeu, colourful, lighter-than-air, flight, sport, countryside

PMR-D10513
Germany, Upper Bavaria: D-OBKS Kubicek BB.34E hot-air balloon landing near Wald.
Keywords: Allgaeu, countryside, colourful, lighter-than-air, flight, sport

PMR-D10512
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Seeg: D-OBKS Kubicek BB.34E hot-air balloon in flight.
Keywords: Allgaeu, sport, flight, lighter-than-air, colourful

PMR-D10511
Germany, Upper Bavaria: early-morning view of a farming hamlet in the Allgaeu from a hot-air balloon.
Keywords: countryside, nature, lighter-than-air, aerial, agriculture

PMR-D10510
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Rottachspeichersee and the Autobahn A7, with the village of Haag in the foreground, from a hot-air balloon.
Keywords: countryside, alpine foothills, aerial, lighter-than-air, nature

PMR-D10509
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Seeg: early-morning view of the Allgaeu countryside and Alpine foothills from a hot-air balloon, with Pfronten in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, aerial, lighter-than-air, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D10508
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Seeg: early-morning view of the Allgaeu countryside and Alpine foothills from a hot-air balloon, with Nesselwang on the upper left.
Keywords: alpine, aerial, lighter-than-air, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D10507
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Seeg: early-morning view of the Allgaeu countryside and Alpine foothills from a hot-air balloon.
Keywords: alpine, aerial, lighter-than-air, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D10506
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Seeg: D-OBKS Kubicek BB.34E hot-air balloon in flight over the Alpine foothills (Prealps).
Keywords: Allgaeu, sport, flight, lighter-than-air, colourful

PMR-D10503
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Seeg: Kubicek BB.34E hot-air balloon completely inflated, ready for take off.
Keywords: Allgaeu, sport, flight, lighter-than-air, colourful

PMR-D10502
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Seeg: inflating two Kubicek hot-air balloons shortly after dawn.
Keywords: Allgaeu, sport, flight, lighter-than-air, colourful

PMR-D10501
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: the snow-covered Wetterstein massif with the Alpspitze and Zugspitze (2962 metres) on approaching Garmisch.
Keywords: alpine, colourful, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D10500
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: the snow-covered Wetterstein massif with the Alpspitze and Zugspitze (2962 metres) on approaching Garmisch.
Keywords: alpine, colourful, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D10498
Flowers of African Violet (Streptocarpus or Saintpaulia)
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, nature

PMR-D10497
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: beauty, ornamental, nature, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, exotic, delicate, colourful, botany

PMR-D10496
Flowers of Aylostera albiflora x heliasa cactus.
Keywords: botany, beauty, delicate, colourful, exotic, house plants

PMR-D10495
Flower of Faucaria tigrina cactus.
Keywords: botany, house plants, exotic, colourful, delicate, beauty

PMR-D10494
Flowers of Mammillaria bocasana roseiflora cactus.
Keywords: botany, beauty, delicate, colourful, exotic, house plants

PMR-D10493
Flowers of Mammillaria bocasana roseiflora cactus.
Keywords: botany, house plants, exotic, colourful, delicate, beauty

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

PMR-D10491
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the cloisters of the former Convent of Santo Andre, now part of the Carlos Machado Museum.
Keywords: religious, fountain, bell tower, sombre, architecture

PMR-D10490
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: interior of the Baroque church of the former Jesuit College (Igreja do Colegio), dating from the early 17th century. It is now part of the Carlos Machado Museum and contains a collection of sacred art. The tiled panels in the chancel are 5 metres high and depict Eucharistic allegories framed by Baroque ornamentation,
Keywords: religious, azulejos, shrine, altar, decoration, ornamentation, architecture

PMR-D10489
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: interior of the Baroque church of the former Jesuit College (Igreja do Colegio), dating from the early 17th century. It is now part of the Carlos Machado Museum and contains a collection of sacred art. The tiled panels in the chancel are 5 metres high and depict Eucharistic allegories framed by Baroque ornamentation,
Keywords: religious, azulejos, shrine, altar, decoration, ornamentation, architecture

PMR-D10488
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: interior of the Baroque church of the former Jesuit College (Igreja do Colegio), dating from the early 17th century. It is now part of the Carlos Machado Museum and contains a collection of sacred art. The magnificent carved cedar-wood altarpiece is the greatest wooden monument in Portugal.
Keywords: religious, intricate, shrine, altar, decoration, ornamentation, architecture

PMR-D10487
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: interior of the Baroque church of the former Jesuit College (Igreja do Colegio), dating from the early 17th century. It is now part of the Carlos Machado Museum and contains a collection of sacred art.
Keywords: religious, shrine, altar, decoration, ornamentation, architecture

PMR-D10486
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: one of the intricate coloured patterns used in religious festivals, displayed in the Carlos Machado Museum. It is composed of chopped flowers, coloured wood-shavings or coloured gravel stones.
Keywords: religious, striking, tradition, colourful, decoration, ornamentation

PMR-D10485
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: interior of the 16th century church of the Convent of Santo Andre, now part of the Carlos Machado Museum.
Keywords: religious, shrine, altar, decoration, ornamentation, architecture

PMR-D10484
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: original 16th century "azulejos" (tiles) in the vestibule of the Convento da Nossa Senhora da Esperanca completed in 1541 for the nuns of the order of St. Francis.
Keywords: ornamentation, glazed, religious scenes, blue tiles, decoration

PMR-D10483
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the widely-revered 16th century statue of "Ecce Homo" is visited by pilgrims from all over Portugal. It is preserved in the Convento da Nossa Senhora da Esperanca completed in 1541 for the nuns of the order of St. Francis.
Keywords: religious, bouquets, votary, figure, worship, miracles, shrine

PMR-D10482
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: extensively gilded interior of the Convento da Nossa Senhora da Esperanca completed in 1541 for the nuns of the order of St. Francis.
Keywords: religious, shrine, altar, decoration, ornamentation, architecture

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

PMR-D10445
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: container ship "Insular" of GS Lines from Madeira unloading containers and unprotected cars.
Keywords: port, cranes, quayside, docks, reflections, cloud-effects

PMR-D10444
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: yachts in the harbour under late-afternoon sun
Keywords: moorings, reflections, marina, cloud-effects, port

PMR-D10443
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: local graffiti artists produced this fine representation.
Keywords: street art, wall-paintings, paint, spray-gun, colourful

PMR-D10442
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Lagarta train conducts 50-minute sight-seeing tours of Punta Delgada and its parks and gardens.
Keywords: tourism, cruise, round-trip, guide

PMR-D10441
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Madeiran Wall Lizard (Teira dugesii), involuntarily introduced from Madeira.
Keywords: wildlife, fauna, reptiles, nature

PMR-D10440
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: pineapples being cultivated under glass. Since the profitable orange trade was lost at the end of the 19th century, oranges have been replaced to a limited extent by pineapples. The company of the founder of the plantations, August Arruda, is still the main producer, and his bust stands as a memorial before the modern glasshouses.
Keywords: heritage, botanical, flora, fruit industry, export, greenhouse

PMR-D10439
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Flowers of Morning Glory (Ipomoea indica) mixing with those of nasturtiums.
Keywords: botanical, Convolvulaceae, plants, wild flowers, flora, nature

PMR-D10438
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: pineapples being cultivated under glass. Since the profitable orange trade was lost at the end of the 19th century, oranges have been replaced to a limited extent by pineapples. The company of the founder of the plantations, August Arruda, is still the main producer.
Keywords: heritage, humidity, greenhouses, botanical, flora, fruit industry, export

PMR-D10437
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the yacht harbour, water front and promenade with the Torre Solmar apartment block, completed in 1987.
Keywords: architecture, moorings, marina, boats, high-rise

PMR-D10436
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: tail of a diving Sperm Whale or Cachalot (Physeter macrocephalus)
Keywords: Cetacea, fin, fluke, sea life, whale-watching

PMR-D10435
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: tail of a diving Sperm Whale or Cachalot (Physeter macrocephalus)
Keywords: Cetacea, fin, fluke, sea life, whale-watching

PMR-D10434
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: whale-and-dolphin-watching-ship Cetus in action.
Keywords: sea trip, catamaran, search, sea life, tourist activity

PMR-D10433
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: waterfront, to the east of the centre, dominated by a typical chapel.
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quayside

PMR-D10432
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Antonio Enes, F471, a Joao Coutinho class Patrol Frigate of the Portuguese Navy.
Keywords: warships, defence, naval, Marinha Portuguesa

PMR-D10431
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Jardim Antonio Borges was established by a wealthy landowner, Antonio Borges, in 1858 and is now freely available to the public. The bridge in the imaginative Fern Ravine.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D10430
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Jardim Antonio Borges was established by a wealthy landowner, Antonio Borges, in 1858 and is now freely available to the public. A magnificent Moreton Bay fig tree (Ficus macrophylla) from Australia.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D10429
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Jardim Antonio Borges was established by a wealthy landowner, Antonio Borges, in 1858 and is now freely available to the public. Palm trees reflected in the central lake.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

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

PMR-D10427
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Pico da Barrosa: Pinkhead Smartweed or Pink Knotweed (Polygonum capitatum), a prostrate perennial of Himalayan origin.
Keywords: plants, nature, botanical, flora, wild flowers, Polygonaceae

PMR-D10426
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa do Fogo ("Lake of Fire"), a steep-sided caldeira near the centre of the island. View of the twin peninsulas in the lake.
Keywords: picturesque, volcanic

PMR-D10425
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa do Fogo ("Lake of Fire"), a steep-sided caldeira near the centre of the island. View from Pico da Barrosa (947m.).
Keywords: picturesque, volcanic

PMR-D10424
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa do Fogo ("Lake of Fire"), a steep-sided caldeira near the centre of the island. View from Pico da Barrosa (947m.).
Keywords: picturesque, volcanic

PMR-D10423
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa do Fogo ("Lake of Fire"), a steep-sided caldeira near the centre of the island. View from Pico da Barrosa (947m.).
Keywords: picturesque, volcanic

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

PMR-D10421
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa do Fogo ("Lake of Fire"), a steep-sided caldeira near the centre of the island. View from Pico da Barrosa (947m.).
Keywords: picturesque, volcanic

PMR-D10420
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the symbol of the town is the old three-arched town gateway (1783) which formerly overlooked the port, now standing in the main square, Praca Goncalo Velho Cabral.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic

PMR-D10419
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the handsome Manueline-Gothic portal of Sao Sebatiao parish church which was built between 1531 and 1547.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, ogee, culture, stone-carving, religious

PMR-D10418
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Avenida Infanto D. Henrique, water front and promenade with the Torre Solmar apartment block, completed in 1987..
Keywords: architecture, skyscraper, high-rise

PMR-D10417
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: typical landscape in the west of the island, with small lakes between grass-covered undulating hills.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, geological, landscape

PMR-D10416
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: old stone aqueduct near the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, national heritage, historical

PMR-D10415
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Yellow Pimpernel (Lysimachia nemorum) at the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario.
Keywords: wild flowers, nature, plant, botanical, flora

PMR-D10414
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa Azul and Sete Cidades under encroaching cloud, from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape

PMR-D10413
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Yellow Pimpernel (Lysimachia nemorum) at the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario.
Keywords: wild flowers, flora, botanical, plant, nature

PMR-D10412
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: steep-sided Lagoa de Sao Tiago from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. Lagoa Azul in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape

PMR-D10411
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: steep-sided Lagoa de Sao Tiago from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. with the town of Sete Cidades on Lagoa Azul in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape

PMR-D10410
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: steep-sided Lagoa de Sao Tiago from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. Lagoa Azul in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape

PMR-D10409
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: steep-sided Lagoa de Sao Tiago from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. Lagoa Azul in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape

PMR-D10408
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: steep-sided Lagoa de Sao Tiago from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario. Lagoa Azul in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape

PMR-D10407
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: steep-sided Lagoa Rasa in the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades from the Miradouro (look-out) Lagoa do Canario.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape

PMR-D10406
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Vista do Rei: Azores Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs moreletti), the Azores subspecies.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, wildlife, fauna, finches

PMR-D10405
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa Verde and Lagoa Azul in the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades, from Vista do Rei (KIng's View).
Keywords: picturesque, lakes, geological, landscape

PMR-D10404
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Vista do Rei: Lagoa Verde and Lagoa Azul in Sete Cidades volcanic crater with hydrangea flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, lakes, landscape

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

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

PMR-D10401
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Miradouro de Santa Iria: feral (?) cat.
Keywords: fauna, animals, pets

PMR-D10400
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Pico do Ferro: display of hydrangeas surrounding the car park.
Keywords: colourful, botanic, flowers, shrubs, blossom, flora, hortensia

PMR-D9999
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Pico do Ferro: display of hydrangeas surrounding the car park.
Keywords: colourful, hortensia, flora, blossom, shrubs, flowers, botanic

PMR-D9998
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Pico do Ferro: display of hydrangeas surrounding the car park.
Keywords: colourful, hortensia, flora, blossom, shrubs, flowers, botanic

PMR-D9997
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Pico do Ferro: display of hydrangeas surrounding the car park.
Keywords: colourful, hortensia, flora, blossom, shrubs, flowers, botanic

PMR-D9996
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: view of Lagoa das Furnas (Lake Furnas) from Pico do Ferro.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, volcanic, crater

PMR-D9995
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: view of the town from Pico do Ferro.
Keywords: picturesque, crater, volcanic, panorama

PMR-D9994
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: view of the town from Pico do Ferro with part of Lake Furnas on the right.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, volcanic, crater

PMR-D9993
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: view of Lagoa das Furnas (Lake Furnas) from Pico do Ferro.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, volcanic, crater

PMR-D9992
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. The mansion house, built by the Visconde da Praia, overlooking the iron-rich geothermal pool.
Keywords: heritage, minerals, spa, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9991
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Iron-rich stream of water running through the mossy fern garden.
Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9990
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the collection of aquatic plants.
Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9989
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the fern collection (comprises ca. 200 species).
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9988
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the collection of palm trees.
Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9987
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Pandanus trees on the island at the east end of the garden.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9986
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. A bank of blue Hydrangeas.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9985
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. The volcanic water lake with stepping stones to the island. Furnas's church is visible in the background.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9984
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Avenue of palm trees.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9983
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Robin (Erithacus rubecula).
Keywords: fauna, birds, passerines, ornithology

PMR-D9982
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Robin (Erithacus rubecula).
Keywords: fauna, ornithology, passerines, birds

PMR-D9981
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. A bank of Hydrangeas growing under tree ferns.
Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9980
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. A bank of Hydrangeas growing under tree ferns.
Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9979
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the lake at the east end of the garden.
Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9978
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the lake at the east end of the garden.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9977
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the lake at the east end of the garden.
Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9976
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Memorial to the Visconde da Praia.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum, monument, obelisk

PMR-D9975
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. A long avenue of Gingko trees provides welcome shade.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9974
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. Part of the lake which extends the length of the garden, with a glmpse of the mansion through the tree ferns.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9973
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. The mansion house, built by the Visconde da Praia, overlooking the iron-rich geothermal pool.
Keywords: heritage, minerals, spa, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9972
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. The iron-rich geothermal swimming pool is one of the island's main attractions.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum, spa, minerals

PMR-D9971
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Terra Nostra Garden, originally laid out in 1770 by Thomas Hickling, an orange farmer. In 1848 the garden was acquired and enhanced by the Visconde da Praia and is now owned and managed by the Garden Hotel company. The goldfish and water lily pond with side view of the mansion house.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9970
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: view of the town and Terra Nostra Gardens on the crater floor, from the approach road.
Keywords: panorama, picturesque, geology

PMR-D9969
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: Lagoa das Furnas (Furnas Lake) with flowering Agapanthus and Hydrangea and tree-fern on the bank.
Keywords: blossom, botany, plants, picturesque

PMR-D9968
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: typical wooded countryside, separated by open meadows.
Keywords: picturesque, rural scene, nature

PMR-D9967
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: a shady avenue of plane trees and hydrangeas, approaching the town.
Keywords: alley, nature, picturesque, woods, road

PMR-D9966
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: fumirolas and hot springs are common in this active geothermal area.
Keywords: volcanic, minerals, vent, steam, mud

PMR-D9965
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: fumirolas and hot springs are common in this active geothermal area. The "Caldeira dos Vimes" with orange build-up of algae.
Keywords: volcanic, minerals, vent, steam, mud

PMR-D9964
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: fumirolas and hot springs are common in this active geothermal area. The run-off water, containing many minerals, is led away in the canal in the background.
Keywords: volcanic, mud, steam, vent, minerals

PMR-D9963
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: fumirolas and hot springs are common in this active geothermal area.
Keywords: volcanic, minerals, mud, steam, vent

PMR-D9962
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: fumirolas and hot springs are common in this active geothermal area. The "Caldeira de Pero Botelho", a 16th century nickname for the devil, is one of the largest and noisiest of these vents.
Keywords: volcanic, mud, steam, minerals

PMR-D9961
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: fumirolas and hot springs are common in this active geothermal area.
Keywords: volcanic, minerals, mud, steam, vent

PMR-D9960
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Furnas: fumirolas and hot springs are common in this active geothermal area.
Keywords: volcanic, minerals, mud, steam, vent

PMR-D9959
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Caloura, a tiny fishing port on the south coast - fishing boats drawn up on the hardstanding.
Keywords: harbour, rocky cove

PMR-D9958
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Caloura: swimming pool, built into a breakwater, adjacent to the harbour.
Keywords: bathing, recreation, sunbathing

PMR-D9957
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares. A group of fan palms (Livistona).
Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9956
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares. Statue of the founder, Jose do Canto.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9954
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares. The mighty root system of a Moreton Bay Fig tree (Ficus Macrophylla).
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9953
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares. The branch system of a stately Eucalyptus tree.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9952
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9951
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Jose do Canto were laid out in the mid 19th century and contain his collection of several thousand species of flora, spread over 5 hectares.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, mild climate, flora, exotic trees, arboretum

PMR-D9950
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the mansion of Jose do Campo now houses the Hotel Casa do Jardim which dominates the 5-hectare-gardens which bear his name.
Keywords: heritage, picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, architecture

PMR-D9949
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the mansion of Jose do Campo now houses the Hotel Casa do Jardim which dominates the 5-hectare-gardens which bear his name.
Keywords: heritage, architecture, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9948
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the 16th century fortress, Sao Bras, built to defend the port, is now home to an extensive military museum.
Keywords: architecture, harbour, defence, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque, historic

PMR-D9947
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa Verde and Lagoa Azul in the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades, from Vista do Rei (KIng's View).
Keywords: picturesque, geological

PMR-D9946
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: the town of Sete Cidades on Lagoa Azul in its volcanic crater.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, geological

PMR-D9945
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa Sao Tiago and Lagoa Verde in the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades.
Keywords: picturesque, geological

PMR-D9944
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Lagoa Azul in the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades.
Keywords: picturesque, geological

PMR-D9943
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: green water in Lagoa de Sao Tiago in the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades.
Keywords: picturesque, geological

PMR-D9942
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: looking down into the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades from the east.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, landscape

PMR-D9941
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Escalvado: view of the cliffs to the north, with eroded volcanic rock pinnacles.
Keywords: picturesque, coast, geological

PMR-D9940
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Escalvado: view of the cliffs to the north, with the town of Mosteiros in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, coast, seascape, landscape

PMR-D9939
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros: view of the town on its "faja" (coastal plateau) from the neighbouring Ponta do Escalvado.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, coast, seascape, landscape

PMR-D9938
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta dos Mosteiros: the village square, surrounded by plane trees, with bandstand and fountain.
Keywords: picturesque, peaceful

PMR-D9937
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta dos Mosteiros: cottages facing the village square, with open air cafe tables.
Keywords: picturesque, peaceful, dwellings

PMR-D9936
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta dos Mosteiros: the church.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture

PMR-D9935
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros, Ponta do Castelo: remnants of lava from the last volcanic eruption - on the beach and in the sea. The castle of Nossa Senhora da Conceicao once stood near here, but few traces remain.
Keywords: picturesque, black, rocky, geological, coast, seascape, landscape

PMR-D9934
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Castelo: view of Ponta dos Mosteiros from across the bay with breaking surf in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, coast, seascape, landscape

PMR-D9933
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros, Ponta do Castelo: remnants of lava from the last volcanic eruption - on the beach and in the sea. The castle of Nossa Senhora da Conceicao once stood near here, but few traces remain.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, seascape, coast, geological, rocks, black

PMR-D9932
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta do Castelo: the last house on the Ponta dos Mosteiros, overlooking the bay.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, volcanic rocks, coast, geological

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

PMR-D9930
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros, Ponta do Castelo: remnants of lava from the last volcanic eruption - on the beach and in the sea. The castle of Nossa Senhora da Conceicao once stood near here, but few traces remain.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, coast, seascape, landscape

PMR-D9929
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Mosteiros: picnic place with a display of flowering hydrangeas.
Keywords: picturesque, park, botanical, landscaped, flora

PMR-D9928
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: a fishing boat returning to its mooring near the main square, Praca Goncalo Velho Cabral.
Keywords: architecture, harbour, quayside, port

PMR-D9927
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: fishing boats moored adjacent to the main square, Praca Goncalo Velho Cabral.
Keywords: architecture, harbour, quayside, port

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

PMR-D9925
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the main square, Praca Goncalo Velho Cabral, with statue of Goncalo Velho Cabral, believed to have been the discoverer of the island, and the three-arched former city gate in the background.
Keywords: architecture, sculpture, monument, historic, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D9924
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Rua Machado dos Santos, in the pedestrian zone with its ornamental pavement mosaic and balconies with forged ironwork.
Keywords: architecture, historic, picturesque, national heritage, street scene

PMR-D9923
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Jardim Padre Senas Freitas, colourful gardens in the centre of the town, named after a writer, orator and polemicist.
Keywords: picturesque, salvia, blossom, botanical, park

PMR-D9922
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Jardim Padre Senas Freitas, colourful gardens in the centre of the town, named after a writer, orator and polemicist. In the foreground, an Illawarra Flame tree (Brachychiton acerifolius).
Keywords: picturesque, blossom, botanical, park

PMR-D9921
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Jardim Padre Senas Freitas, colourful gardens in the centre of the town, named after a writer, orator and polemicist.
Keywords: picturesque, blossom, botanical, park

PMR-D9920
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Jardim Padre Senas Freitas, colourful gardens in the centre of the town, named after a writer, orator and polemicist.
Keywords: picturesque, blossom, red flowering tree, botanical, park

PMR-D9919
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the shady Largo Martires da Patria (Martyrs' Square), with entrance to the old secondary school on the far side.
Keywords: architecture, historic, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D9918
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: look-out station on the roof of a house for the purpose of early sighting of the first ships arriving for the orange harvest.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic

PMR-D9917
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the chapel of Santa Luzia in the Rua Machado dos Santos. Built as a votive offering by the daughter of a wealthy family after the preservation of her sight.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic

PMR-D9916
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: a typical narrow street in the pedestrian zone with its ornamental pavement mosaic.
Keywords: architecture, historic, picturesque, national heritage, street scene

PMR-D9915
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Rua Marques da Praia e Monforte, a typical narrow, cobbled street in the old town. The former residence of the Marques da Praia stands on the right with its square observation tower for sighting the first ships for the orange harvest.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic

PMR-D9914
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Teatro Micaelense, opened in May 1917, seats 1500 and is modelled on the Coliseum in Lisbon.
Keywords: architecture, performance, theatre, culture, stage, drama, national heritage

PMR-D9913
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: Teatro Micaelense, opened in May 1917, seats 1500 and is modelled on the Coliseum in Lisbon.
Keywords: architecture, performance, theatre, culture, stage, drama, national heritage

PMR-D9912
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Camara Municipal or town hall, originally home of a wealthy family, with the statue of Sao Miguel standing before it. The belltower dates from 1724 and houses the oldest bell in the Azores.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic

PMR-D9911
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Camara Municipal or town hall, originally home of a wealthy family, with the statue of Sao Miguel standing before it.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic

PMR-D9910
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the symbol of the town is the old three-arched town gateway (1783) which formerly overlooked the port, now standing in the main square, Praca Goncalo Velho Cabral.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic

PMR-D9909
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the 16th century fortress, Sao Bras, built to defend the port, is now home to an extensive military museum.
Keywords: architecture, harbour, defence, fortifications, national heritage, picturesque, historic

PMR-D9908
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: ornamental paving in the Praca 5 Outubro (5th October Square), with the former Franciscan monastery and the church of Sao Jose.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, historic

PMR-D9907
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Sant' Ana with the Presidential Palace in the distance.
Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9906
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the gardens of Sant' Ana with the Presidential Palace in the distance.
Keywords: heritage, arboretum, exotic trees, flora, mild climate, landscaped, botanical, park, picturesque

PMR-D9905
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Presidential Palace in the gardens of Sant' Ana. Originally the home of the Correia family, who commissioned the British architect David Mocatta with the work in 1846.
Keywords: monument, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, Neoclassical, architecture

PMR-D9904
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Presidential Palace in the gardens of Sant' Ana. Originally the home of the Correia family, who commissioned the British architect David Mocatta with the work in 1846.
Keywords: monument, architecture, Neoclassical, heritage, historic, colourful, picturesque

PMR-D9903
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: the Presidential Palace in the gardens of Sant' Ana. Originally the home of the Correia family, who commissioned the British architect David Mocatta with the work in 1846.
Keywords: monument, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, Neoclassical, architecture

PMR-D9902
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel: Ponta do Cintrao from Ponta do Maia, on the north coast.
Keywords: landscape, coastline, picturesque, fields, cultivation, farming

PMR-D9901
Portugal, Azores Islands, Sao Miguel, Ponta Delgada: statues, too, must conform with Covid-19 security regulations.
Keywords: monument, Coronavirus, infection, virus, masks, pandemic, sculpture

PMR425-05
Madeira, Funchal: Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro ("Blandy's Garden") - the water-lily pool with Bunya Pine tree (Araucaria bidwillii). Madeira, Funchal: Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro ("Blandy's Garden") - the water-lily pool with Bunya Pine tree (Araucaria bidwillii).
Keywords: island, hoticulture, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical

PMR425-04
Madeira, Funchal: Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro ("Blandy's Garden") - Amaryllis flowers with giant Crassula behind. Madeira, Funchal: Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro ("Blandy's Garden") - Amaryllis flowers with giant Crassula behind.
Keywords: island, horticulture, flowers, luxuriant, lush, resort, semi-tropical

PMR425-03
Madeira, Funchal: restaurants in the pedestrian zone of the Avenida do Mar. Madeira, Funchal: restaurants in the pedestrian zone of the Avenida do Mar.
Keywords: island, semi-tropical, resort, lush, luxuriant, flowers

PMR001K-22
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Concert on open air lake stage in West Park. Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Concert on open air lake stage in West Park.
Keywords: music, orchestra

PMR001K-21
Portugal, Madeira, Rabacal: Waterfall: "25 Fontes" Portugal, Madeira, Rabacal: Waterfall: "25 Fontes"

PMR001K-20
Portugal, Madeira, Funchal: Levada da Serra: shrine and statue of Christ. Portugal, Madeira, Funchal: Levada da Serra: shrine and statue of Christ.

PMR001K-19
Portugal, Madeira, Camara de Lobos: Fishing boats in the harbour, taking part in the festival. Portugal, Madeira, Camara de Lobos: Fishing boats in the harbour, taking part in the festival.

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

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

PMR001K-16
Portugal, Madeira, Funchal: Gardens of Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro: protea flowers Portugal, Madeira, Funchal: Gardens of Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro: protea flowers

PMR001K-15
Portugal, Madeira, Funchal: Gardens of Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro: rose bloom Portugal, Madeira, Funchal: Gardens of Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro: rose bloom

PMR-D9900
Flowers of Spring Cinquefoil (Potentilla tabernaemontani or Potentilla Verna) near Augsburg, Bavaria.
Keywords: spring, plants, phytography, fragrant, botany, wild flowers, nature

PMR-D9899
Flowers of Spring Cinquefoil (Potentilla tabernaemontani or Potentilla Verna) near Augsburg, Bavaria.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants

PMR-D9898
Flowers of the Common Violet (Viola riviniana) near Augsburg, Bavaria.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants

PMR-D9802
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: autumn leaves at Ismaning Reservoir.
Keywords: turning colours, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine, colourful

PMR-D9801
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: autumn leaves at Ismaning Reservoir.
Keywords: turning colours, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine, colourful

PMR-D9800
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: autumn leaves at Ismaning Reservoir.
Keywords: turning colours, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine, colourful

PMR-D9799
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: autumn leaves at Ismaning Reservoir.
Keywords: turning colours, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine, colourful

PMR-D9798
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: autumn leaves at Ismaning Reservoir.
Keywords: turning colours, fall, autumn hues, russet and gold, autumn colours, autumn leaves, sunshine, colourful

PMR-D9797
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D9796
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid. Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D9795
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D9794
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D9793
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, nature, ornamental

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

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

PMR-D9790
Flowers of the Kaffir Lily (Clivia miniata)
Keywords: beauty, botany, colourful, delicate, exotic, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, nature, ornamental

PMR-D9782
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: traditional farmers' cottages.
Keywords: countryside, country dwellings , houses, rural homes, picturesque, architecture

PMR-D9781
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: traditional farmers' cottages.
Keywords: countryside, country dwellings , houses, rural homes, picturesque, architecture

PMR-D9780
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: traditional farmers' cottages.
Keywords: countryside, country dwellings , houses, rural homes, picturesque, architecture

PMR-D9779
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: traditional farmers' cottages.
Keywords: countryside, country dwellings , houses, rural homes, picturesque, architecture

PMR-D9778
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: preserved area of Raised or Ombotrophic Bog between the villages of Ascholding and Egling. Such habitats are acidic and wet, fed only by rain and mineral salts from the atmosphere, and are usually based on a thick layer of peat, which can store more CO2 than a rain forest.
Keywords: countryside, salt-deficient, biotope, ecological, hydrological, nature

PMR-D9777
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: preserved area of Raised or Ombotrophic Bog between the villages of Ascholding and Egling. Such habitats are acidic and wet, fed only by rain and mineral salts from the atmosphere, and are usually based on a thick layer of peat, which can store more CO2 than a rain forest. Here sheep are used to restrict the growth of trees and scrub.
Keywords: countryside, salt-deficient, biotope, ecological, hydrological, nature

PMR-D9776
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: preserved area of Raised or Ombotrophic Bog between the villages of Ascholding and Egling. Such habitats are acidic and wet, fed only by rain and mineral salts from the atmosphere, and are usually based on a thick layer of peat, which can store more CO2 than a rain forest.
Keywords: countryside, salt-deficient, biotope, ecological, hydrological, nature

PMR-D9789
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dietramszell: former Augustine monastery, closed in the Reformation, with its church and belltower. Dating back to 1156, the present buildings were erected between 1729-45 in Baroque style. High Altar of the church, with a painting of the Ascension by Johann Baptist Zimmermann as centrepiece.
Keywords: architecture, florid, scrolls, ornamentation, decoration, gilded, religion, Catholic

PMR-D9788
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dietramszell: former Augustine monastery, closed in the Reformation, with its church and belltower. Dating back to 1156, the present buildings were erected between 1729-45 in Baroque style. Rococo pulpit of the church, attributed to Franz Xaver Schmädl, 1745.
Keywords: architecture, florid, scrolls, ornamentation, decoration, gilded, religion, Catholic

PMR-D9787
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dietramszell: former Augustine monastery, closed in the Reformation, with its church and belltower. Dating back to 1156, the present buildings were erected between 1729-45 in Baroque style. Nave of the church, an essay in Bavarian Rococo.
Keywords: architecture, florid, gilding, scrolls, decoration, ornamentation, Catholic, religion

PMR-D9786
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dietramszell: former Augustine monastery, closed in the Reformation, with its church and belltower. Dating back to 1156, the present buildings were erected between 1729-45 in Baroque style.
Keywords: picturesque, religion, Catholic, monks, architecture

PMR-D9785
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: farmers in traditional dress with "shire" horses and cart.
Keywords: countryside, horse trading, lederhosen, picturesque

PMR-D9784
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: farmers in traditional dress with "shire" horses.
Keywords: countryside, horse trading, lederhosen, picturesque

PMR-D9783
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ascholding: traditional farmers' cottages.
Keywords: countryside, country dwellings , houses, rural homes, picturesque, architecture

PMR-D9775
Red Admiral butterfly (Vanessa atalanta) on buddleia flower.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, imago, colourful, exotic, insect

PMR-D9772
Germany, Bavaria, Hochmutting: St. Jacob's Church, founded, according to tradition, in 964 AD after a vow made by a vassal of the duke during the Hungarian wars. Later it fell under the aegis of Bernried Monastery, during which time the present chapel was built in 1599.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage

PMR-D9738
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: discussion over beer.
Keywords: leisure, lakeside, sunshine, holidays, conversation, relaxation, drinking

PMR-D9737
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: MV Herrsching, side paddle-wheel pleasure cruise boat of Bayerische Seenschiffahrt on Lake Ammersee.
Keywords: vintage, veteran, picturesque, lake steamer, traditional

PMR-D9736
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Kloster Andechs, whose Biergarten is a Mecca for beer-lovers everywhere, seen above the trees from Lake Ammersee.
Keywords: monastery, pilgrimage, Heiliger Berg, tradition, brewery

PMR-D9735
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Diessen: view of the church of St. Alban and yacht moorings at Diessen on Lake Ammersee.
Keywords: picturesque, lakeside, scenery

PMR-D9734
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: a sailing school flotilla on Lake Ammersee, with Kloster Andechs in the distance, rising above the trees.
Keywords: yachts, learners, monastery, brewery, beer

PMR-D9733
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: a sailing school flotilla on Lake Ammersee.
Keywords: yachts, learners

PMR-D9732
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: Scheuermann-Schlosschen, a neo-Renaissance castle-type residence built for Ludwig Scheuermann in 1888-9, now stands in the Kurpark at the edge of Lake Ammersee.
Keywords: picturesque, reflections, tower, colourful, architecture, romantic

PMR-D9731
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: MV Utting pleasure cruiser of Bayerische Seenschiffahrt on Lake Ammersee.
Keywords: alpine scenery, picturesque, lake steamer, boat-trip

PMR-D9730
"I can't find an app with psddling instructions"
Keywords: canoe, summer, family, lake, boat, becalmed, leisure

PMR-D9729
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: MV Herrsching, side paddle-wheel pleasure cruise boat reflected in the waters of the Ammersee (Lake Ammer).
Keywords: vintage, traditional, lake steamer, picturesque, veteran

PMR-D9728
Arrangement of gladiolus flowers.
Keywords: spring, botany, fragrant, colourful

PMR-D9727
Flowering Notocactus pampeanus cactus.
Keywords: botanical, botany, house plants, flowers, colourful, exotic, delicate, beauty

PMR-D9726
Flowering Notocactus pampeanus cactus.
Keywords: botanical, botany, house plants, flowers, colourful, exotic, delicate, beauty

PMR-D9725
Flowering Notocactus pampeanus cactus.
Keywords: botanical, botany, house plants, flowers, colourful, exotic, delicate, beauty

PMR-D9724
Flowers of Cobweb Houseleek (Sempervivum arachnoideum)
Keywords: spring, plants, phytography, botany, nature

PMR-D9723
Flowers of Scarlet Pimpernel (Anagallis arvensis).
Keywords: spring, annual, plants, phytography, botany, wild flowers, nature

PMR-D9722
Flowers of the Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale).
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants

PMR-D9705
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Memmingen: House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) male.
Keywords: nature, wildlife, ornithology, birds

PMR-D9699
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: sunset.
Keywords: picturesque, red sky, meteorology, clouds, vivid, colourful

PMR-D9698
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: sunset.
Keywords: picturesque, red sky, meteorology, clouds, vivid, colourful

PMR-D9697
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: sunset.
Keywords: picturesque, red sky, meteorology, clouds, vivid, colourful

PMR-D9685
Orchis flower, Dactylorhiza majalis on Huberspitz.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, phytography, plants

PMR-D9684
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Hausham: view of Lake Schliersee from the Huberspitz (1048 metres).
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR-D9683
Flowers of the Wall Campanula (Campanula portenschlagiana).
Keywords: spring, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, gardening, horticulture, alpines, colourful

PMR-D9680
Iceland, Reykjavik: large-flowered variety of Kenilworth Ivy (Cymbalaria pallida) in the city's Botanical Garden.
Keywords: flowers, gardening, plants, flora, Linaria

PMR-D9672
Iceland, Reykjavik: the impressive organ of the Hallgrimskirkja (church), 15 metres high, with 5000 pipes. Frequent recitals are given during the summer months.
Keywords: capital city, artistic, culture, music, architecture, vaulting, concrete

PMR-D9671
Iceland, Reykjavik: the impressive organ of the Hallgrimskirkja (church), 15 metres high, with 5000 pipes. Frequent recitals are given during the summer months.
Keywords: capital city, artistic, culture, music, architecture, vaulting, concrete

PMR-D9670
Iceland, Reykjavik: stained glass window in the Hallgrimskirkja (church), designed by state architect Gudjón Samúelsson.
Keywords: capital city, concrete, vaulting, architecture, Gothic, colourful

PMR-D9669
Iceland, Reykjavik: the impressive, plain Gothic nave of the Hallgrimskirkja (church), designed by state architect Gudjón Samúelsson, the largest church in the country. Building was begun just after WWII but only recently completed.
Keywords: capital city, concrete, vaulting, architecture

PMR-D9663
Iceland, Reykjavik: the rock garden in the city's botanical garden contains an extensive collection of indiginous plants, particularly the sedum, saxifrage and geranium families, all meticulously labelled.
Keywords: capital city, flowers, alpines, horticulture, flora

PMR-D9662
Iceland, Reykjavik: a small lake in the centre of the city's tastefully landscaped botanical garden which contains a fine collection of native and foreign trees and shrubs.
Keywords: capital city, horticulture, flora, scenic, park, recreation area

PMR-D9661
Iceland, Reykjavik: Grey Lag Geese (Anser anser) in the rock garden in the city's botanical garden.
Keywords: capital city, flowers, alpines, horticulture, flora, birds, ornithology

PMR-D9660
Iceland, Reykjavik: the rock garden in the city's botanical garden contains an extensive collection of indiginous plants, particularly the sedum, saxifrage and geranium families, all meticulously labelled.
Keywords: capital city, flowers, alpines, horticulture, flora

PMR-D9653
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: Stafkirkjan, a Viking-era-style wooden church, consecrated in 2000 to commemorate 1000 years of Christianity in Iceland. It stands close to the probable site of the country's first church.
Keywords: Westman Islands, shingle roof, millennium, chapel

PMR-D9652
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: a colourful assortment of vessels reflected in the waters of the harbour.
Keywords: Westman Islands, jetty, port, inflatables, sightseeing boats, motor boats, fishing boats

PMR-D9651
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: Landakirkja, the parish church..
Keywords: Westman Islands, picturesque, architecture

PMR-D9650
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: modern houses in the upper town, with the snow-covered massif of Mýrdalsjökull on the mainland as a backcloth.
Keywords: Westman Islands, homes, volcanic , panorama

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

PMR-D9647
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: the first settlers brought horses to Iceland and due to a 10th century ban on further imports, the stock has remained true to the original Scandinavian race.
Keywords: Westman Islands, fauna, animals, wildlife

PMR-D9646
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: the first settlers brought horses to Iceland and due to a 10th century ban on further imports, the stock has remained true to the original Scandinavian race.
Keywords: Westman Islands, wildlife, animals, fauna

PMR-D9642
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: the last green of the golf course, with rocky islets in the background.
Keywords: Westman Islands, landscape, picturesque, volcanic

PMR-D9641
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: Dalfjall, grassy cliffs on the north-west tip of the island, home of puffins on the seaward side.
Keywords: Westman Islands, volcanic, picturesque, landscape

PMR-D9640
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: a colourful assortment of vessels reflected in the waters of the harbour.
Keywords: Westman Islands, fishing boats, ferry, port

PMR-D9639
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: a typical street, running north from the harbour.
Keywords: Westman Islands, port, architecture

PMR-D9638
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: a puffin, symbol of the island, guards the harbour.
Keywords: Westman Islands, port, colourful

PMR-D9637
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: a colourful assortment of vessels reflected in the waters of the harbour.
Keywords: Westman Islands, port, ferry, fishing boats

PMR-D9636
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: ferryboat Herjólfur III in the harbour.
Keywords: Westman Islands, port, colourful

PMR-D9635
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: towering cliffs protect the harbour from the prevailing easterly winds.
Keywords: picturesque, Westman Islands, rugged

PMR-D9634
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: towering cliffs protect the harbour from the prevailing easterly winds.
Keywords: picturesque, Westman Islands, rugged

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

PMR-D9632
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: Klettsvík, the cordoned-off cove in the harbour channel where two Beluga whales were being cared for.
Keywords: picturesque, Westman Islands, cliffs

PMR-D9631
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: entrance to the harbour channel. It is the largest of the Westman Islands.
Keywords: picturesque, seascape, cliffs

PMR-D9630
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: view from the ferry. It is the largest of the Westman Islands.
Keywords: picturesque, seascape

PMR-D9629
Iceland, Island of Heimaey: view from the ferry. It is the largest of the Westman Islands.
Keywords: picturesque, seascape

PMR-D9628
Iceland, Landeyjahöfn: Arctic Tern (Sterna paradisaea).
Keywords: ornithology, fauna, wildlife, nature, birds

PMR-D9627
Iceland, Vik: distant view of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island, with melt-water pool in the foreground.
Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D9626
Iceland, Vik: distant view of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island, with melt-water in the foreground.
Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D9625
Iceland, Vik: distant view of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island, with glacial-melt river in the foreground.
Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D9624
Iceland, Vik: distant view of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island, from hotel in Brekkum.
Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D9623
Iceland, Vik: distant view of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island, from hotel in Brekkum.
Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D9622
Iceland: Skaftafelsjökull Glacier, part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D9621
Iceland: distant view of Fjallsárlón Glacier, part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island, reflected in a small lake.
Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D9620
Iceland: distant view of Fjallsárlón Glacier, part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D9619
Iceland: Fjallsárlón Glacier Lake, at the foot of the Fjallsjökull Glacier, part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: ice, picturesque, landscape, clouds

PMR-D9618
Iceland: Fjallsárlón Glacier Lake, at the foot of the Fjallsjökull Glacier, part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: ice, picturesque, landscape, clouds

PMR-D9617
Iceland: Fjallsjökull Glacier, part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: ice, clouds, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D9616
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
The guide in an inflatable dinghy.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9615
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Piece of glacier ice formed into a heart shape.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9614
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9613
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9612
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9611
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9610
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9609
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Piece of glacier ice which may be 1000 years old.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9608
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9607
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9606
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9605
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9604
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9603
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9602
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

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

PMR-D9600
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9599
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9598
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9597
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9596
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9595
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9594
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9593
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9592
Iceland: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, an assortment of small icebergs often of bizarre shape which have broken off the face of the Breidamerkurjökull glacier and drift around the lagoon until they melt. The glacier is part of the Vatnajökull in the south-east of the island.
Keywords: turquoise, colourful, picturesque, fantastic, fascinating, freakish, ice

PMR-D9591
Iceland, Höfn: fishing boats and commercial vessels in the harbour, with the Vatnajökull massif in the background.
Keywords: port, reflections, picturesque, seascape

PMR-D9590
Iceland, Höfn: modern sculpture in the centre of Ósland, a nature reserve on the south end of the peninsula, with the Vatnajökull massif in the background.
Keywords: monument, culture, art

PMR-D9589
Iceland: cotton-grass or sedge-grass (Eriophorum angustifolium).
Keywords: nature, flora, botany, plants, phytography

PMR-D9588
Iceland: typical scenery in the Stafafell Mountains, on the east coast, with reflections in a pool and cotton-grass (Eriophorum angustifolium) growing in the verges.
Keywords: landscape, flora, botany, plants, phytography, nature

PMR-D9587
Iceland: typical scenery in the Stafafell Mountains, on the east coast, with a stream in the foreground.
Keywords: landscape, nature, scenery, clouds

PMR-D9586
Iceland: Vestrahorn mountains on the east coast.
Keywords: landscape, nature, scenery, clouds

PMR-D9585
Iceland: Lonsvik Bay on the east coast with Eystahorn mountains in the distance.
Keywords: landscape, nature, scenery, clouds

PMR-D9584
Iceland: secluded beach on the east coast protected by volcanic rocks, near the mouth of Berufjördur fjord.
Keywords: landscape, nature, scenery

PMR-D9583
Iceland: exploring volcanic rocks jutting out into the sea on the coast near the mouth of Berufjördur fjord in the east of the island.
Keywords: landscape, clouds, scenery, nature

PMR-D9582
Iceland: black volcanic beach on he coast near the mouth of Berufjördur fjord in the east of the island.
Keywords: landscape, clouds, scenery, nature

PMR-D9581
Iceland: waterfalls near Berufjördur in the east of the island, where streams gouge a way through the rocks and wild flowers cover the valley floor.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, nature, waterfall

PMR-D9580
Iceland: a fjord cuts into the mountainous scenery in the east of the island near Breiddalsvik.
Keywords: landscape, picturesque, nature, scenery

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

PMR-D9578
Iceland: a grassy cape on the east coast near Breiddalsvik.
Keywords: landscape, wild flowers, nature, scenery

PMR-D9577
Iceland: mountainous scenery near Breiddalsvik in the east of the island.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, nature

PMR-D9576
Iceland: mountainous scenery in the east of the island near Heydalir, where the Ring Road (No.1) bridges many rivers.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, nature

PMR-D9575
Iceland: Reindalsheidi trail near Heydalir invites hikers to the mountainous land of fjords in the east of the island.
Keywords: landscape, outdoors, walking, nature, scenery

PMR-D9574
Iceland: mountainous scenery in the east of the island, where streams gouge a way through the rocks.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, nature, waterfall

PMR-D9573
Iceland: mountainous scenery in the east of the island, with Berufjördur.in the foreground.
Keywords: landscape, nature, scenery

PMR-D9572
Iceland: mountainous scenery in the east of the island, with the fishing port of Gautavik on Berufjördur.
Keywords: landscape, nature, scenery

PMR-D9571
Iceland: mountainous scenery in the east of the island, with the fishing port of Gautavik on Berufjördur.
Keywords: landscape, nature, scenery

PMR-D9570
Iceland: mountainous scenery in the east of the island, a few kilometres south of Egilsstadir.
Keywords: landscape, waterfall, nature, scenery

PMR-D9569
Iceland: mountainous scenery in the east of the island, a few kilometres south of Egilsstadir.
Keywords: landscape, waterfall, nature, scenery

PMR-D9568
Iceland: mountainous scenery in the east of the island, a few kilometres south of Egilsstadir.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, nature, waterfall

PMR-D9567
Iceland: a small settlement and fishing port on the north coast of the sparsely populated Melrakkasletta peninsula in the far north of the island, just a few kilometres from the Arctic Circle.
Keywords: landscape, isolated, lighthouse

PMR-D9566
Iceland: a farmhouse with barn on the sparsely populated Melrakkasletta peninsula in the far north of the island.
Keywords: landscape, isolated, farming, reflections

PMR-D9565
Iceland: a suspension bridge on the sparsely populated Melrakkasletta peninsula in the far north of the island.
Keywords: engineering, construction

PMR-D9564
Iceland, Reykjahlíd: hot water being piped from a geo-thermal area near Lake Mývatn.
Keywords: geology, ecology, hot springs, heating, steam

PMR-D9563
Iceland, Reykjahlíd: hot water being piped from a geo-thermal area near Lake Mývatn.
Keywords: geology, ecology, hot springs, heating, steam

PMR-D9562
Iceland, Reykjahlíd: hot water being piped from a geo-thermal area near Lake Mývatn.
Keywords: geology, ecology, hot springs, heating, steam

PMR-D9561
Iceland, Reykjahlíd: sulphur deposits in a geo-thermal area, not far from Lake Mývatn.
Keywords: minerals, geology

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

PMR-D9559
Iceland, Húsavik: whale watching ship "Gardar" of the North Sailing group.
Keywords: boat, vessel

PMR-D9558
Iceland, Húsavik: enjoying a fresh sea food meal in the open air on the jetty, with the harbour, fishing vessels and the snow-capped Viknafjöll mountains in the background.
Keywords: port, colourful, picturesque, boats, inflatables, eating, hunger, restaurant

PMR-D9557
Iceland, Húsavik: the picturesque wooden church, dating from 1907, is a local landmark.
Keywords: architecture, Christian, timber

PMR-D9556
Iceland, Húsavik: the picturesque wooden church, dating from 1907, is a local landmark.
Keywords: architecture, Christian, timber

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

PMR-D9554
Iceland, Húsavik: tailfin of a diving Humpback whale. It will remain submerged for 5-15 minutes after filling its lungs with air.
Keywords: sea life, wildlife, fauna, whaling

PMR-D9553
Iceland, Húsavik: tailfin of a diving Humpback whale, observed by a shipload of whale-watchers.
Keywords: sea life, whaling, fauna, wildlife

PMR-D9552
Iceland, Húsavik: tailfin of a diving Humpback whale and a group of whale-watchers in the "Amma Kibba". a vessel belonging to the Gentle Giants operator.
Keywords: sea life, whaling, fauna, wildlife

PMR-D9551
Iceland, Húsavik: whale-watching boat on the search in the lee of the snow-capped Viknafjöll mountains.
Keywords: whale hunt, vessel

PMR-D9550
Iceland, Húsavik: tailfin of a diving Humpback whale. It will remain submerged for 5-15 minutes after filling its lungs with air.
Keywords: sea life, whaling, fauna, wildlife

PMR-D9549
Iceland, Húsavik: tailfin of a diving Humpback whale. It will remain submerged for 5-15 minutes after filling its lungs with air.
Keywords: sea life, wildlife, fauna, whaling

PMR-D9548
Iceland, Húsavik: tailfin of a diving Humpback whale. It will remain submerged for 5-15 minutes after filling its lungs with air.
Keywords: sea life, wildlife, fauna, whaling

PMR-D9547
Iceland, Húsavik: the harbour, with fishing vessels and the snow-capped Viknafjöll mountains in the background.
Keywords: port, motorboats, colourful, picturesque, boats, inflatables

PMR-D9546
Iceland, Húsavik: the harbour, with fishing vessels and the snow-capped Viknafjöll mountains in the background.
Keywords: port, colourful, picturesque, boats, inflatables

PMR-D9545
Iceland, Húsavik: approaching the fishing port in Skjálfandi bay on the north coast.
Keywords: panorama, landscape

PMR-D9544
Iceland, Mývatn: hotels at Skútustadir overlooking Lake Mývatn.
Keywords: gloom, low cloud, reflections

PMR-D9543
Iceland, Stykkishólmur on the Snaefellnes Peninsula: boats moored in the harbour, with the jetty and protecting cliffs in the background.
Keywords: gloom, low cloud, port

PMR-D9542
Iceland, Stykkishólmur on the Snaefellnes Peninsula: boats moored in the harbour, with part of the town in the background.
Keywords: gloom, low cloud, port

PMR-D9541
Iceland, Stykkishólmur on the Snaefellnes Peninsula: boats moored in the harbour, with protecting cliffs in the background.
Keywords: gloom, port, low cloud

PMR-D9540
Iceland, Stykkishólmur on the Snaefellnes Peninsula: boats moored in the harbour, with part of the town in the background.
Keywords: gloom, port, low cloud

PMR-D9539
Iceland, Snaefellsnes Peninsula: a typical lava field on the coast.
Keywords: gloom, low cloud, volcanic, geology, barren, moss, lichen

PMR-D9538
Iceland, Grundarfjordur: fishing vessels at their moorings and at the jetty in a bay on the north coast of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula.
Keywords: countryside, boats, landscape

PMR-D9537
Iceland, Ólafsvík: Arctic Tern (Sterna paradisaea).
Keywords: ornithology, fauna, wildlife, nature, birds

PMR-D9536
Iceland, Ólafsvík: a young Arctic Tern (Sterna paradisaea).
Keywords: ornithology, fauna, wildlife, nature, birds

PMR-D9535
Iceland, Ólafsvík: the church on Kirkjutún, with its tripod-belltower, is an exponent of modern design.
Keywords: architecture

PMR-D9534
Iceland, Ólafsvík: the church on Kirkjutún is an exponent of modern design.
Keywords: architecture, countryside

PMR-D9533
Iceland, Ólafsvík: Iceland's oldest established trading town, its charter dating back to 1687. Fishing boats in the harbour, overlooked by the settlement.
Keywords: low cloud, gloom, landscape

PMR-D9532
Iceland, Ólafsvík: the town, near the end of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, is dominated by the Enni peak (415 metres)
Keywords: countryside, gloom, low cloud

PMR-D9531
Iceland, Ólafsvík: landscape, looking towards Ólafsvík, near the end of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula.
Keywords: countryside, gloom, low cloud

PMR-D9530
Iceland, Gullfoss: the waterfalls where the Hvítá river falls 20 metres into a 2-kilometre-long canyon.
Keywords: picturesque, geology, landscape

PMR-D9529
Iceland, Gullfoss: the waterfalls where the Hvítá river falls 20 metres into a 2-kilometre-long canyon.
Keywords: picturesque, geology, landscape

PMR-D9528
Iceland, Geysir: a plume of steam is emitted regularly at the site of the original, famous geysir.
Keywords: picturesque, geology

PMR-D9527
Iceland, Geysir: sulphur and other minerals seeping through the surface rock in an area of geo-thermic activity.
Keywords: picturesque, geology

PMR-D9526
Iceland, Thingvellir: the river Öxará forces its way through a wilderness of barren, volcanic rocks.
Keywords: picturesque, geology, waterfall

PMR-D9525
Iceland, Thingvellir: view over the rift which separates the Eurasian and North American continental plates and which divides Iceland into two parts.
Keywords: picturesque, geology

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

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

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

PMR-D9521
Iceland, Reykjavik: the 73-metre-high Hallgrimskirkja (church) dominates the city. Built of concrete, it was begun shortly after WWII, but was completed only recently. It houses a fine organ with over 5000 pipes. The statue of Leifur Eriksson, discoverer of America, stands in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, artistic, design, capital city, architecture

PMR-D9520
Iceland, Reykjavik: view up Skolavördustigur, a pedestrian street lined with street cafes, towards the Hallgrimskirkja (church),
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, rainbow, capital city, architecture

PMR-D9519
Iceland, Reykjavik: statue of Leifur Eriksson, one of the first European discoverers of America, standing in front of the Hallgrimskirkja (church). It was presented to the nation in 1930 by the USA to commemorate the Iceland parliament's millennium.
Keywords: capital city, historic, monument

PMR-D9518
Iceland, Reykjavik: Austurvöllur Square with statue of Jon Sigurösson, a leader of Iceland's independence movement, in the heart of the city.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, capital city, monument, flower gardens

PMR-D9517
Iceland, Reykjavik: historic Idnó (Craftsmen's House), birthplace of Reykjavik Theatre Company in 1897, lying on LakeTjörnin, today houses a theatre & restaurant/reception centre.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, capital city

PMR-D9516
Iceland, Reykjavik: the Frikirkjan (Free Lutheran Church), was consecrated on 22nd February 1903 and enlarged in 1905, and again in 1924.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, capital city

PMR-D9515
Iceland, Reykjavik: Lesser Black-backed Gull ( Larus fuscus) by Lake Tjörnin, in the centre of the city.
Keywords: birds, seabirds, ornithology, wildlife, fauna

PMR-D9514
Iceland, Reykjavik: view of the Frikirkjan (Free Lutheran Church), on the side of Lake Tjörnin, with the adjoining Listasafn Islands (National Gallery of Iceland).
Keywords: picturesque, art, capital city, architecture

PMR-D9513
Iceland, Reykjavik: female Tufted Duck with young on Lake Tjörnin, in the centre of the city.
Keywords: birds, diving ducks, ornithology, wildlife, fauna

PMR-D9512
Iceland, Reykjavik: view of the Frikirkjan (Free Lutheran Church), on the far side of Lake Tjörnin, with the adjoining Listasafn Islands (National Gallery of Iceland).
Keywords: picturesque, sculpture, capital city, architecture, artistic, artistic

PMR-D9511
Iceland, Reykjavik: view of the glass-and-steel City Hall, opened in 1992, on the far side of Lake Tjörnin, in the centre of the city.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, capital city, sculpture

PMR-D9505
Iceland, Reykjavik: view south-east from the tower of the Hallgrimskirkja (church), with hospital and health centre in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, capital city, panorama, aerial view, architecture

PMR-D9504
Iceland, Reykjavik: view south from the tower of the Hallgrimskirkja (church), with the city's airport in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, aerial view, panorama, capital city

PMR-D9503
Iceland, Reykjavik: view down Skolavördustigur (street) from the tower of the Hallgrimskirkja (church), looking towards the old city centre.
Keywords: picturesque, capital city, panorama, aerial view, architecture

PMR-D9184
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the town, dominated by the Karwendel Massif.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR-D9183
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: colourful Lake Ferchen with the Karwendel Mountains in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR-D9182
Flowers of the Spring Gentian (Gentiana verna) on Mount Kranzberg.
Keywords: spring, colourful, trees, shrubs, plants, phytography, fragrant, botany, wild flowers, nature

PMR-D9181
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D9180
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres)..
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR-D9179
Flowers of the Trumpet Gentian (Gentiana clusii) on Mount Kranzberg.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, shrubs, trees, colourful

PMR-D9178
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains and Lake Wilden in the Isar Valley, from Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D9177
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains with Mittenwald at the foot, from Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D9176
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: view of the Karwendel Mountains from Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) with the path to Lake Ferchen in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR-D9175
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: flowers of Snowy Mespilus. Serviceberry or Juneberry (Amelanchier lamarckii), a shrub originally from eastern North America, on Mount Kranzberg.
Keywords: nature, wild flowers, botany, countryside

PMR-D9174
Germany, Upper Bavaria, MIttenwald: spring blossom on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) with the Karwendel Mountains in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D9165
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9164
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9163
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9162
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9161
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9160
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9159
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9158
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9157
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9173
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9172
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D9171
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D9170
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D9169
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9168
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9167
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

PMR-D9166
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, exotic

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

PMR-D9128
England, Derbyshire, Ticknall: Calke Abbey (National Trust), built for Sr John Harpur, 4th baronet, between 1701 and 1704 in Baroque style. The columned portico on the south facade, with the family standard flying above it.
Keywords: mansion, historic, heritage, architecture, gracious living, country house, parkland, Harpur Crewe family

PMR-D9127
England, Derbyshire, Ticknall: Calke Abbey (National Trust), built for Sr John Harpur, 4th baronet, between 1701 and 1704 in Baroque style. A stained glass window in St. Giles church, the family chapel, which stands in the grounds of the estate.
Keywords: mansion, Harpur Crewe family, parkland, country house, gracious living, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D9126
England, Derbyshire, Ticknall: Calke Abbey (National Trust), built for Sr John Harpur, 4th baronet, between 1701 and 1704 in Baroque style. The south facade with columned portico.
Keywords: mansion, historic, heritage, architecture, gracious living, country house, parkland, Harpur Crewe family, estate

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

PMR-D9124
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wertach: view of the Grüntensee (Lake Grünten) from Hinterreute, with autumn foliage and grazing cattle.
Keywords: alpine, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, landscape

PMR-D9123
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wertach: view of the Grüntensee (Lake Grünten) from Hinterreute, with autumn foliage and grazing horses.
Keywords: alpine, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, landscape

PMR-D9122
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wertach: the Buronhütte (1180 metres) on the Alpspitze.
Keywords: alpine, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, landscape

PMR-D9121
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wertach: view of the Grüntensee (Lake Grünten) from Hinterreute, with autumn foliage.
Keywords: alpine, landscape, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps

PMR-D9120
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wertach: view of the Grüntensee (Lake Grünten) from Hinterreute, with autumn foliage and grazing cattle.
Keywords: alpine, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, landscape

PMR-D9119
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wertach: view of the Grüntensee (Lake Grünten) from Hinterreute, with autumn foliage and berries.
Keywords: alpine, landscape, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps

PMR-D9111
Chile. Chaiten: Eared Dove/Tortola (Zenaida auriculata)
Keywords: bird, pigeon, flora and fauna, ornithology

PMR-D9110
Chile. Chaiten: flowers of Field Bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis).
Keywords: nature, creeper, flora and fauna, vegetation, plants, botany

PMR-D9109
Chile. Chaiten: Southern Lapwing/Queltehue (Vanellus chilensis).
Keywords: bird, flora and fauna, ornithology

PMR-D9108
Chile. Chaiten: a large fern in the Valdivian temperate rainforest near the "El Amarillo" hot springs.
Keywords: vegetation, plants, botany, nature, flora and fauna

PMR-D9107
Chile. Chaiten: wild Honeysucklea (Lonicera sp.) in the Valdivian temperate rainforest near the "El Amarillo" hot springs.
Keywords: rambler, climber, vegetation, plants, botany, nature, flora and fauna

PMR-D9106
Chile. Chaiten: a large fern in the Valdivian temperate rainforest near the "El Amarillo" hot springs.
Keywords: vegetation, plants, botany, nature, nature, flora and fauna

PMR-D9105
Chile. Chaiten: unidentified species of caterpillar on the enormous leaves of the Nalca or Giant Rhubarb (Gunnera tinctoria) in the grounds of the hot springs "El Amarillo". The leaves can grow to a diameter of 2.5 metres and can be used in the kitchen in a similar way to rhubarb.
Keywords: South America, larva, lepidoptera, vegetables, horticulture, plants, botany, nature, Latin America

PMR-D9104
Chile. Chaiten: unidentified species of caterpillar on the enormous leaves of the Nalca or Giant Rhubarb (Gunnera tinctoria) in the grounds of the hot springs "El Amarillo". The leaves can grow to a diameter of 2.5 metres and can be used in the kitchen in a similar way to rhubarb.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, nature, botany, plants, horticulture, vegetables, lepidoptera, larva

PMR-D9103
Argentina, Buenos Aires: high-rise buildings on the waterfront at Puerto Madero, the most ambitious redevelopment scheme in recent years.
Keywords: South America, architecture, capital city, Latin America, skyscrapers, new buildings, apartments

PMR-D9102
Argentina, Buenos Aires: the sailing ship ARA Presidente Sarmiento was built in 1898 as a training ship for the Argentinian Navy (Armada). She retired from seagoing service in 1938, but continued to sail Argentine rivers until 1961, since when she has been a stationary museum, moored in Puerto Madero.
Keywords: South America, capital city, Latin America, maritime, historic, heritage, veteran, vintage

PMR-D9101
Argentina, Buenos Aires: high-rise buildings on the waterfront at Puerto Madero, the most ambitious redevelopment scheme in recent years.
Keywords: South America, architecture, capital city, Latin America, skyscrapers, new buildings, apartments

PMR-D9100
Argentina, Buenos Aires: high-rise buildings on the waterfront at Puerto Madero, the most ambitious redevelopment scheme in recent years.
Keywords: South America, architecture, capital city, Latin America, skyscrapers, new buildings, apartments

PMR-D9099
Argentina, Buenos Aires: La Boca, a bohemian district, named after the nearby "mouth" of the Matanza river (Riachuelo), is popular with tourists. Statue of Benito Quinquela Martin (1890-1977) a well-known local artist and philanthropist who painted port scenes, particularly La Boca.
Keywords: South America, capital city, Latin America, artistic, monument, memorial, culture

PMR-D9098
Argentina, Buenos Aires: La Boca, a bohemian district, named after the nearby "mouth" of the Matanza river (Riachuelo), is popular with tourists. Even the quayside of the port basin of the Matanzas river has received the treatment.
Keywords: South America, capital city, Latin America, artistic, colourful, grafitti, street vendors, tango music, street musicians

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

PMR-D9096
Argentina, Buenos Aires: La Boca, a bohemian district, named after the nearby "mouth" of the Matanza river (Riachuelo), is popular with tourists. A demonstration of Tango dancing on the pedestrian street, Caminito.
Keywords: South America, capital city, Latin America, artistic, colourful, grafitti, street vendors, tango music, street musicians

PMR-D9095
Argentina, Buenos Aires: La Boca, a bohemian district, named after the nearby "mouth" of the Matanza river (Riachuelo), is popular with tourists. A shopping mall, off the main pedestrian street, Caminito.
Keywords: South America, capital city, Latin America, artistic, colourful, grafitti, street vendors, tango music, street musicians

PMR-D9094
Argentina, Buenos Aires: La Boca, a bohemian district, named after the nearby "mouth" of the Matanza river (Riachuelo), is popular with tourists. Entrance to a shopping mall on the pedestrian street, Caminito.
Keywords: South America, street musicians, tango music, street vendors, grafitti, colourful, artistic, Latin America, capital city

PMR-D9093
Argentina, Buenos Aires: La Boca, a bohemian district, named after the nearby "mouth" of the Matanza river (Riachuelo), is popular with tourists. Pope Franciscus greets the crowds in effigy, on the pedestrian street, Caminito.
Keywords: South America, capital city, Latin America, artistic, colourful, grafitti, street vendors, tango music, street musicians

PMR-D9092
Argentina, Buenos Aires: La Boca, a bohemian district, named after the nearby "mouth" of the Matanza river (Riachuelo), is popular with tourists. Gaily painted houses on the pedestrian street, Caminito.
Keywords: South America, street musicians, tango music, street vendors, grafitti, colourful, artistic, Latin America, capital city

PMR-D9091
Argentina, Buenos Aires: La Boca, a bohemian district, named after the nearby "mouth" of the Matanza river (Riachuelo), is popular with tourists. This grafitto mourns the hundreds of young people who went missing during the years of the Pinochet junta and are still unaccounted for.
Keywords: South America, capital city, Latin America, artistic, colourful, grafitti, street vendors, tango music, street musicians

PMR-D9090
Argentina, Buenos Aires: equestrian statue of Julio Argentino Roca (1843-1914), who was president of Argentina from 1880-6 and 1898-1904 , sculpted by Jose Luis Zorilla de San Martin. Nowadays a controversial figure, for his persecution of the indigenous peoples of Patagonia.
Keywords: South America, memorial, bronze figure, monument, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9089
Argentina, Buenos Aires: Farmacia de la Estrella, the oldest pharmacy in the city, has preserved the shop-interior as it was 100 years ago.
Keywords: South America, heritage, historic, apothecary, chemist, homeopathy, homeopatia, architecture, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9088
Argentina, Buenos Aires: the Basilica of San Francisco, built between 1731 and 1754 for the Franciscan Order. However the facade was completely rebuilt between 1907 and 1911 in Bavarian Baroque style, the work of architect Ernst Sackmann.
Keywords: South America, culture, heretage, historic, architecture, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9087
Argentina, Buenos Aires: Plaza de Mayo, with Buenos Aires City Hall (Palacio Municipal) in the background. It was completed in March 1893.
Keywords: South America, architecture, capital city, Latin America, street scene, May Square

PMR-D9086
Argentina, Buenos Aires: the Piramide de Mayo in Plaza de Mayo, was erected in 1811 to celebrate the first anniversary of the May Revolution, and is the city's oldest monument. The figure on the top is an allegory of Liberty, the work of French sculptor Joseph Dubourdieu.
Keywords: South America, artistic, culture, heritage, historic, statue, architecture, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9085
Argentina, Buenos Aires: Plaza de Mayo, with outsize flagpole and national flag and equestrian statue of General Manuel Belgrano on the left.
Keywords: South America, heritage, historic, culture, monument, Latin America, capital city, architecture

PMR-D9084
Argentina, Buenos Aires: Casa de Gobierno or Casa Rosada, is the office of the president and seat of the executive. It faces the Plaza de Mayo, as did the original fort from 1580, which it replaced.
Keywords: South America, palace, mansion, architecture, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9083
Argentina, Buenos Aires: shopping arcade in the Galerias Pacifico building, designed by architects Emilio Agrelo and Roland Le Vacher in 1889.
Keywords: South America, architecture, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9082
Argentina, Buenos Aires: the Obelisco (Obelisk), a landmark of the city, stands in the Plaza de la Republica, and was erected in 1936 to commemorate the 400-year jubilee of the foundation of the city. The architect was Albert Prebisch and it was built in 31 days by a German company. It stands 67.5 metres high and is a National Historic Monument.
Keywords: South America, culture, heritage, architecture, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9081
Argentina, Buenos Aires: the Palace of Justice, the work of French architect Norbert Maillart, was inaugurated in 1910.
Keywords: South America, heritage, historic, Latin America, capital city, architecture, supreme court, court of justice, law courts

PMR-D9080
Argentina, Buenos Aires: built according to plans of the architect Francesco Tamburini in neo-Renaissance style. the Theatro Colon (Columbus Theatre) was opened on 25th May 1908. The acoustics rate with the best opera houses of the world.
Keywords: South America, culture, heritage, historic, drama, performance, music, architecture, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9079
Argentina, Buenos Aires: traffic in the city centre.
Keywords: South America, street scene, traffic-jam, architecture, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9078
Argentina, Buenos Aires: the opulent bookshop "El Ateneo Grand Splendid" has taken over the auditorium of a theatre.
Keywords: South America, decoration, splendour, architecture, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9077
Argentina, Buenos Aires: the famous Cemetery of Recoleta was founded in 1822 after the disbandment of the monastery of the Order of Recoleta, in the grounds of the church of Nuestra Senora del Pilar ("Our Lady of the Pillar"), whose belltower can be seen in the distance. Many notable people are interred here and have impressive tomb monuments.
Keywords: South America, artistic, culture, Latin America, capital city, architecture, Catholic

PMR-D9076
Argentina, Buenos Aires: the famous Cemetery of Recoleta was founded in 1822 after the disbandment of the monastery of the Order of Recoleta, in the grounds of the church of Nuestra Senora del Pilar ("Our Lady of the Pillar"). Many notable people are interred here and have impressive tomb monuments.
Keywords: South America, artistic, culture, Latin America, capital city, architecture, Catholic

PMR-D9075
Argentina, Buenos Aires: interior of the church of Nuestra Senora del Pilar ("Our Lady of the Pillar"), built in 1732 for the monks of the Order of the Recoletos. After disbandment of the order in 1822, their gardens became the basis for the famous Cemetery of Recoleta.
Keywords: South America, Catholic, altar, nave , architecture, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9074
Argentina, Buenos Aires: equestrian statue of Bartolome Mitre, president of Argentina 1862 to 1868, on Avenida del Libertador. Sculpted by Luis Calandre and unveiled in 1927.
Keywords: South America, architecture, Latin America, capital city, metropolitan, monument, sculpture, artwork, culture

PMR-D9073
Argentina, Buenos Aires: Avenida del Libertador at the junction with Avenide John F. Kennedy, near the entrance to the Parque Tres de Febrero.
Keywords: South America, park, architecture, Latin America, capital city, metropolitan

PMR-D9072
Argentina, Buenos Aires: entrance to Parque Tres de Febrero or Bosques de Palermo, a park estblished in 1874 after the overthrow of strongman Juan Manuel de Rosas on 3rd February 1852 on land belonging to him. It features a fine rose garden.
Keywords: South America, landscaped, culture, plants, flowers, botanical, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9071
Argentina, Buenos Aires: Parque Tres de Febrero or Bosques de Palermo, a park estblished in 1874 after the overthrow of strongman Juan Manuel de Rosas on 3rd February 1852 on land belonging to him. It features a fine rose garden.
Keywords: South America, landscaped, culture, plants, flowers, botanical, capital city, Latin America

PMR-D9070
Argentina, Buenos Aires: Eared Dove (Zenaida auriculata)
Keywords: bird, flora and fauna, pigeon, ornithology

PMR-D9069
Argentina, Buenos Aires: flowers of the Pink Lapacho tree (Handroanthus impetiginosus) on Avenida 9 de Julio.
Keywords: flora and fauna, botany

PMR-D9068
Argentina, Buenos Aires: flowers of the Pink Lapacho tree (Handroanthus impetiginosus) on Avenida 9 de Julio.
Keywords: flora and fauna, botany

PMR-D9067
Argentina, Buenos Aires: Avenida 9 de Julio, looking towards Plaza de la Republic and the Obelisk.
Keywords: South America, architecture, Latin America, capital city, metropolitan

PMR-D9066
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: " fin del mundo" (end of the world) - tourist feature on the promenade overlooking the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America, photo-feature

PMR-D9065
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: Dolphin Gull (Leucophaeus scoresbii).
Keywords: seagull, flora and fauna, ornithology, birds

PMR-D9064
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: erected in 1896 by the prisoners themselves, and eventually comprising 380 cells, the prison was in use until 1947. It now houses the Maritime Museum, as well as the museum of the renovated prison itself. Bronze figures showing the former daily life of the convicts.
Keywords: South America, convicts, jail, gaol, penitentiary, penal, Latin America, Patagonia, Andes

PMR-D9063
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: erected in 1896 by the prisoners themselves, and eventually comprising 380 cells, the prison was in use until 1947. It now houses the Maritime Museum, as well as the museum of the renovated prison itself.
Keywords: South America, convicts, jail, gaol, penitentiary, penal, Latin America, Patagonia, Andes

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

PMR-D9060
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: a 40-year-old AEC bus in a smart colour scheme, ex London Transport, has found a new sightseeing role, a long way from home.
Keywords: South America, vintage, veteran, double-decker, omnibus, city tours, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America

PMR-D9059
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: beached fishing boats, with the cruise liner berths in the background, overlooked by the Martial Mountains.
Keywords: South America, panorama, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America

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

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

PMR-D9056
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: modern housing development in the fast-expanding city.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America, homes, apartments, residential

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

PMR-D9054
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: Magellanic Penguins (Spheniscus magellanicus) on an island in the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America, birds, ornithology, flora and Fauna

PMR-D9053
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: a solitary Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) on an island in the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, flora and Fauna, ornithology, birds, Latin America, Patagonia, Andes

PMR-D9052
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: Magellanic Penguins (Spheniscus magellanicus) on an island in the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America, birds, ornithology, flora and Fauna

PMR-D9051
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: Magellanic Penguins (Spheniscus magellanicus) on an island in the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America, birds, ornithology, flora and Fauna

PMR-D9050
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: Magellanic Penguins (Spheniscus magellanicus) on an island in the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America, birds, ornithology, flora and Fauna

PMR-D9049
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: Les Eclaireurs lighthouse in the Beagle Channel in typical weather conditions.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America, beacon

PMR-D9048
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: a group of Patagonian or South American Sea lions (Otaria flavescens) with a large male in the foreground, on a rocky island in the Beagle Channel. Numerous Magellanic Penguins (Spheniscus magellanicus) in the background.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America, wildlife, wild animals, flora and fauna, birds

PMR-D9047
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: a group of Patagonian or South American Sea lions (Otaria flavescens) with a large male in the foreground on a rocky island in the Beagle Channel. Numerous Magellanic Penguins (Spheniscus magellanicus) in the background.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America, wildlife, wild animals, flora and fauna, birds

PMR-D9046
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: a group of Patagonian or South American Sea lions (Otaria flavescens) on a rocky island in the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America, wildlife, wild animals, flora and fauna

PMR-D9045
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: Southern Giant Petrel or Giant Fulmar or Stinker (Macronectes giganteus).
Keywords: South America, seabirds, flora and Fauna, ornithology, birds, Latin America, Patagonia, Andes

PMR-D9044
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: Southern Giant Petrel or Giant Fulmar or Stinker (Macronectes giganteus).
Keywords: South America, seabirds, flora and Fauna, ornithology, birds, Latin America, Patagonia, Andes

PMR-D9043
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: Magellanic Penguins (Spheniscus magellanicus) on an island in the Beagle Channel.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America, birds, ornithology, flora and Fauna

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

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

PMR-D9040
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia: wreck of the St. Christopher in the harbour. She was built as a class ATR-1 rescue tug in the USA, and served with the British Navy during the war as HMS Justice (W140). In 1957, now named St. Christopher, she was beached in the harbour and abandoned after suffering engine troubles.
Keywords: South America, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America

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

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

PMR-D9037
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego: landscape approaching Ushuaia with the peaks of the Martial Mountains in the distance.
Keywords: South America, riverine, mountains, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, Latin America

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

PMR-D9035
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego: Patagonian or South American Grey Fox/Zorro Gris (Lycalopex griseus).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wild animals, wildlife, Patagonia, Latin America

PMR-D9034
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego: Patagonian or South American Grey Fox/Zorro Gris (Lycalopex griseus).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Patagonia, wildlife, wild animals, flora and fauna

PMR-D9033
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego: Patagonian or South American Grey Fox/Zorro Gris (Lycalopex griseus).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Patagonia, wildlife, wild animals, flora and fauna

PMR-D9032
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego: Patagonian or South American Grey Fox/Zorro Gris (Lycalopex griseus).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Patagonia, wildlife, wild animals, flora and fauna

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

PMR-D9029
Argentina, Tierra del Fuego: "nodding donkey" T-beam oil extraction pump.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Patagonia, oil well, crude oil

PMR-D9028
Chile: the car ferry "Patagonia" departing for the Magellan Strait crossing to Puerto Espora on the island of Tierra del Fuego. The crossing takes about 35 minutes.
Keywords: South America, ferry boat, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D9027
Chile: the car ferry "Tanu" departing for the Magellan Strait crossing to Puerto Espora on the island of Tierra del Fuego. The crossing takes about 35 minutes.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, ferry boat

PMR-D9026
Chile: boarding the car ferry "Tanu" for the Magellan Strait crossing to Puerto Espora on the island of Tierra del Fuego. The crossing takes about 35 minutes.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, ferry boat

PMR-D9025
Chile, San Gregorio: newly-shorn sheep in their pen at the Estancia San Gregorio.
Keywords: South America, sheepfarming, sheepswool, wool, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D9024
Chile, San Gregorio: manhandling a sick sheep at the Estancia San Gregorio.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wool, sheepswool, sheepfarming

PMR-D9023
Chile, San Gregorio: historic buildings at the Estancia San Gregorio, dating from about 1882.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wool, sheepswool, sheepfarming, architecture, warehouse

PMR-D9022
Chile, San Gregorio: historic buildings at the Estancia San Gregorio, dating from about 1882.
Keywords: South America, architecture, sheepfarming, sheepswool, wool, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, warehouse

PMR-D9021
Chile, San Gregorio: sheep-shearing at the Estancia San Gregorio. The sheared sheep in the far pen are clearly distinguishable.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wool, sheepswool, sheepfarming

PMR-D9020
Chile, Punta Arenas: monument erected in 2004 to comemmorate the acquisition of the Magellan Straits for Chile on 21 September 1843 by the schooner Ancud (La Goleta Ancud). The sculptor was Guillermo Merino Pedrero.
Keywords: South America, historic, heritage, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, culture, statues, bronze figures, work of art

PMR-D9019
Chile, Punta Arenas: hotel and casino "Dreams del Estrecho".
Keywords: South America, gambling, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, architecture, luxurious

PMR-D9018
Chile, Punta Arenas: monument in Plaza Munoz Gamero donated in 1920 to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Magellan's epic voyage, by businessman Jose Menendez.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, bronze statue, historic, heritage, culture

PMR-D9017
Chile, Punta Arenas: the former Palace of Jose Montes Pello, who arrived from Spain in 1874, aged 19, and entered the cattle business, He bought land in Chile and Argentina and amassed one of the largest fortunes in the region. His residence was the work of architect Miguel Bonifetti and was completed in 1923, in the Italian neo-classical style.
Keywords: South America, mansion, luxurious, culture, architecture, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, heritage, historic

PMR-D9016
Chile, Punta Arenas: monument in Plaza Munoz Gamero donated in 1920 to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Magellan's epic voyage, by businessman Jose Menendez.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, bronze statue, historic, heritage, culture

PMR-D9015
Chile, Punta Arenas: diorama in the Museum Regional Salesian, illustrating the way of life of the Ona indigenous people.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, customs, traditions, clothing

PMR-D9014
Chile, Punta Arenas: diorama in the Museum Regional Salesian, illustrating the way of life of the Tahuelque indigenous people.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, customs, traditions, clothing

PMR-D9013
Chile, Punta Arenas: diorama in the Museum Regional Salesian, illustrating the way of life of the Yamana indigenous people.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, customs, traditions, clothing

PMR-D9012
Chile, Punta Arenas: a major tourist attraction of the city is the Cemeterio Municipal, which contains elegant tombs of the city's rich founders as well as more humble graves. The tomb of the "Italian Brotherhood".
Keywords: South America, heritage, culture, sculpture, graveyard, memorials, gravestones, architecture, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D9011
Chile, Punta Arenas: a major tourist attraction of the city is the Cemeterio Municipal, which contains elegant tombs of the city's rich founders as well as more humble graves. The crematorium chapel.
Keywords: South America, heritage, culture, sculpture, graveyard, memorials, gravestones, architecture, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D9010
Chile, Punta Arenas: a major tourist attraction of the city is the Cemeterio Municipal, which contains elegant tombs of the city's rich founders as well as more humble graves. Left, the tomb of the family Kusanovic; right, the tomb of the " Croat Benevolent Society".
Keywords: South America, heritage, culture, sculpture, graveyard, memorials, gravestones, architecture, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D9009
Chile, Punta Arenas: a major tourist attraction of the city is the Cemeterio Municipal, which contains elegant tombs of the city's rich founders as well as more humble graves.
Keywords: South America, heritage, culture, sculpture, graveyard, memorials, gravestones, architecture, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D9008
Chile, Punta Arenas: a major tourist attraction of the city is the Cemeterio Municipal, which contains elegant tombs of the city's rich founders as well as more humble graves. In the foreground the tomb of the "Croat Benevolent Society"; in the background the Menendes family tomb.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, architecture, gravestones, memorials, graveyard, sculpture, culture, heritage

PMR-D9007
Chile, Punta Arenas: a major tourist attraction of the city is the Cemeterio Municipal, which contains elegant tombs of the city's rich founders as well as more humble graves.
Keywords: South America, heritage, culture, sculpture, graveyard, memorials, gravestones, architecture, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D9006
Chile, Punta Arenas: a major tourist attraction of the city is the Cemeterio Municipal, which contains elegant tombs of the city's rich founders as well as more humble graves.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, architecture, gravestones, memorials, graveyard, sculpture, culture, heritage

PMR-D9005
Chile, Punta Arenas: trompe-l'oeil facades of workers' housing on a blank wall on the Avenida Costanera, facing the sea.
Keywords: South America, paintings, artistry, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D9004a
Chile, Punta Arenas: the town's name, in large chromium lettering, looks out over the Magellan Strait.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D9004
Chile, Punta Arenas: the former Palace of Sara Braun, of one of the richest families, responsible for the development of Punta Arenas. The building is now known as Casa Braun-Menendez and displays the original opulent furnishings to the visiting public.
Keywords: South America, mansion, luxurious, culture, architecture, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, heritage, historic

PMR-D9003
Chile, Punta Arenas: former house of Juan Blanchard of Braun and Blanchard, who was the first to develop pelagic whaling round the South Shetland Islands. Built in 1907 by the architect Antoine Beaulier in Plaza Munoz Gamero.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, architecture, historic, heritage, culture

PMR-D9002
Chile, Punta Arenas: Cathedral of the Sacred Heart (Catedral del Sagrado Corazon), begun in 1892 based on the plans made by the father of the Salesian Order, Juan Bernabe. The 30-metre high belltower was completed in 1898. It stands in the Plaza Munoz Gamero.
Keywords: South America, belltower, clocktower, architecture, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D9001
Chile, Punta Arenas: the tower of Santuario Maria Axiliadora, completed in 1928.
Keywords: South America, belltower, clocktower, architecture, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D9000
Chile, Puerto Natales: Estancia Jeronima, one of the largest in the area, with accommodation for the workers.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, farm, homestead, tradition

PMR-D8999
Chile, Puerto Natales: masses of wild lupins (Lupinus) in various colours.
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, flowers, plants, botany, colourful

PMR-D8998
Chile, Puerto Natales: dead Nothofagus trees, covered with Old Man's Beard (Protousnea sp.), a genus of lichenised ascomycetes.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, Parmeliaceae, botany, flora and fauna, fungi

PMR-D8997
Chile, Puerto Natales: shrine to Difunta Correa. According to legend, she died of thirst in the desert whilst seeking her husband. Her baby survived until discovered, being suckled on her breast. Roadside shrines have appeared all over Argentina and Chile, where bottles of water are left as votive offerings.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D8996
Chile, Puerto Natales: fountain in the park in the centre of town.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, pedestrian zone, street scene

PMR-D8995
Chile, Puerto Natales: the striking Town Hall building.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, architecture, ayuntamiento

PMR-D8994
Chile, Puerto Natales: the Cathedral of Maria Auxiliadora
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, church, architecture, Baroque

PMR-D8993
Chile, Puerto Natales: Austral Thrush/Zorzal (Turdus falcklandii)
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, bird, ornithology, flora and fauna

PMR-D8992
Chile, Puerto Natales: representation of an extinct Giant Ground Sloth (Mylodon darwini), the remains of which were found in a nearby cave. It is believed to have become extinct about 5000 years ago.
Keywords: South America, palaeontology, monument, statue, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D8991
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: typical scenery with gnarled tree.
Keywords: South America, landscape, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, scenery

PMR-D8990
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: Lago Nordenskjöld under lowering skies.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, lake, grey, overcast, mountains, landscape

PMR-D8989
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: Lago Nordenskjöld under lowering skies.
Keywords: South America, landscape, mountains, overcast, grey, lake, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D8988
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: juvenile Rufus-collared Sparrow/Chincol (Zonotrichia capensis) has not yet acquired his "collar".
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, ornithology, birds, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D8987
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: pair of Upland Geese/Caiquen (Cloephaga picta)
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, birds, ornithology, flora and fauna, waterfowl, wildlife

PMR-D8986
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: pair of Upland Geese/Caiquen (Cloephaga picta)
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, birds, ornithology, flora and fauna, waterfowl, wildlife

PMR-D8985
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: juvenile Rufus-collared Sparrow/Chincol (Zonotrichia capensis) has not yet acquired his "collar".
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, ornithology, birds, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

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

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

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

PMR-D8981
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: masses of wild lupins (Lupinus) in various colours.
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, flowers, plants, botany, colourful

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

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

PMR-D8978
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: the trail leading to the Grey Glacier mirador (look-out) on Lago Grey, with snow-capped mountains in the background.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, scenery, picturesque

PMR-D8977
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: flowers of Fuegian Edelweiss (Perezia recurvata).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, flora and fauna, botany, wildflowers, plants

PMR-D8976
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: suspended plank footbridge near the Grey Ranger Station.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, trail

PMR-D8975
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: landscape near the Grey Ranger Station.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, countryside, scenery

PMR-D8974
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: the South Andean Deer/Huemul (Hippocamelus bisulcus) is an endangered species with less than 1500 animals estimated to remain in the wild.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wildlife, flora and fauna, wild animals, antelope

PMR-D8973
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: the South Andean Deer/Huemul (Hippocamelus bisulcus) is an endangered species with less than 1500 animals estimated to remain in the wild.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wildlife, flora and fauna, wild animals, antelope

PMR-D8972
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: the South Andean Deer/Huemul (Hippocamelus bisulcus) is an endangered species with less than 1500 animals estimated to remain in the wild.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wildlife, flora and fauna, wild animals, antelope

PMR-D8971
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: Least Grebe (Tachybaptus dominicus).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wildlife, flora and fauna, birds, ornithology, waterfowl

PMR-D8970
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: Yellow-billed Pintails (Anas spinicauda).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wildlife, flora and fauna, birds, ornithology, waterfowl

PMR-D8969
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: Coscoroba Swan (Coscoroba coscoroba) with Red-gartered Coot (Fulica armillata) and Chiloe Wigeons (Anas sibilatrix).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wildlife, flora and fauna, birds, ornithology, waterfowl

PMR-D8968
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: a pair of Upland Geese/Caiquen (Chloephaga picta) with family.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wildlife, flora and fauna, birds, ornithology, waterfowl, goslings

PMR-D8967
Chile, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine: Coscoroba Swans (Coscoroba coscoroba).
Keywords: South America, waterfowl, ornithology, birds, flora and fauna, wildlife, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D8966
Argentina, El Calafate: Andean Condor (Vultur gryphus) being mobbed by a seagull.
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, bird, vulture, ornithology

PMR-D8965
Argentina, El Calafate: Culpeo/Zorro Culpeo/Andean Fox (Lycalopex culpaeus)
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, wild animals, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D8964
Argentina, El Calafate: Culpeo/Zorro Culpeo/Andean Fox (Lycalopex culpaeus)
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, wild animals, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

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

PMR-D8962
Argentina, El Calafate: a group of Guanacos (Lama guanicoe)
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wild animals, wildlife, flora and fauna

PMR-D8961
Argentina, El Calafate: a typically isolated estancia.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, farmhouse, landowner, homestead

PMR-D8960
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: .the Brazo Rico (Rico-Arm) of Lago Argentino ends in extensive wetlands.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, colourful, picturesque, landscape, countryside

PMR-D8959
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: memorial to the pilot Gunther Plüschow, aviator and explorer, and his co-pilot, Ernst Dreblow, who died when their plane crashed here on 28th January 1931.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, statue, monument, aviation

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

PMR-D8957
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Andean Condor (Vultur gryphus).
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, bird, ornithology, flora and fauna, scavenger

PMR-D8956
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Southern Crested Caracara (Caracara plancus).
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, bird, ornithology, flora and fauna, raptor, bird of prey

PMR-D8955
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Southern Crested Caracara (Caracara plancus).
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, bird, ornithology, flora and fauna, raptor, bird of prey

PMR-D8954
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: flowers of Siete Camisas (Escallonia rubra).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, shrub, botany, flora and fauna, wild flowers

PMR-D8953
Argentina, Los Glaciales National Park: skeleton of a great tree - it can take up to 500 years to return to the soil, in this climate.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, ecology, nature, countryside, decomposition

PMR-D8952
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Lago Argentino, surrounded on all sides by the Andes mountains.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, colourful

PMR-D8951
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. When this gap is dammed by the advance of the glacier, the water level on the left can be raised up to 30 metres before a burst-through occurs (once in 1/2 years).
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains, bizarre shapes, strange forms, colourful

PMR-D8950
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Lago Argentino, surrounded on all sides by the Andes mountains.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains, colourful

PMR-D8949
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. When this gap is dammed by the advance of the glacier, the water level on the left can be raised up to 30 metres before a burst-through occurs (once in 1/2 years).
Keywords: South America, colourful, strange forms, bizarre shapes, mountains, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

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

PMR-D8947
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Patagonian Sierra-Finch/Cometocino Patagonico (Phrygilus patagonicus).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, ornithological, bird, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8946
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Patagonian Sierra-Finch/Cometocino Patagonico (Phrygilus patagonicus).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, ornithological, bird, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8945
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass.
Keywords: South America, colourful, strange forms, bizarre shapes, mountains, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8944
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. When this gap is dammed by the advance of the glacier, the water level on the left can be raised up to 30 metres before a burst-through occurs (once in 1/2 years).
Keywords: South America, colourful, strange forms, bizarre shapes, mountains, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8943
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass.
Keywords: South America, colourful, strange forms, bizarre shapes, mountains, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

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

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

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

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

PMR-D8938
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains, bizarre shapes, strange forms, colourful

PMR-D8937
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains, bizarre shapes, strange forms, colourful

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

PMR-D8935
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass. With Lago Argentino and the Andes in the background.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains, bizarre shapes, strange forms, colourful

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

PMR-D8933
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass.
Keywords: South America, colourful, strange forms, bizarre shapes, mountains, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8932
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is not losing mass.
Keywords: South America, colourful, strange forms, bizarre shapes, mountains, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

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

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

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

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

PMR-D8927
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: approaching the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino. Its source is covered by a bank of cloud.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains

PMR-D8926
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Rufous-collared Sparrow/Chincol (Zonotrichia capensis), with its collar clearly visible.
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, passerines, ornithology, birds, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8925
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Rufous-collared Sparrow/Chincol (Zonotrichia capensis), with its collar clearly visible.
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, passerines, ornithology, birds, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8924
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: an arm of Lago Argentino, surrounded by mountains of the Andes, with some small icebergs just visible.
Keywords: South America, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, lake

PMR-D8923
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: approaching the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, mountains, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8922
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: approaching the Perito Moreno Glacier which covers an area of 250 sq.km. and is 30 km. long. The thickness of the ice is about 170 metres, of which approximately 74 metres is visible above the waters of Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, mountains

PMR-D8921
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Upland or Magellan Geese (Chloephaga picta).
Keywords: South America, Sheldgeese, flora and fauna, ornithology, birds, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8920
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Black-necked Swans (Cygnus melancoryphus)
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, ornithology, waterfowl, birds, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake

PMR-D8919
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: iceberg on Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, lake, colourful, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, strange forms, bizarre shapes, UNESCO

PMR-D8918
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: iceberg on Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, lake, colourful, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, strange forms, bizarre shapes, UNESCO

PMR-D8917
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: iceberg on Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, lake, colourful, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, strange forms, bizarre shapes, UNESCO

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

PMR-D8915
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Spegazzini Glacier, on an arm of Lago Argentino, has an area of 134 sq.km. and its "snout" where calving takes place, can be up to 130 metres high.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, strange forms, bizarre shapes, colourful

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

PMR-D8913
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Spegazzini Glacier, on an arm of Lago Argentino, has an area of 134 sq.km. and its "snout" where calving takes place, can be up to 130 metres high.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, strange forms, bizarre shapes

PMR-D8912
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Spegazzini Glacier, on an arm of Lago Argentino, has an area of 134 sq.km. and its "snout" (pictured) where calving takes place, can be up to 130 metres high.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, strange forms, bizarre shapes

PMR-D8911
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Spegazzini Glacier, on an arm of Lago Argentino, has an area of 134 sq.km. and its "snout" (pictured) where calving takes place, can be up to 130 metres high.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, strange forms, bizarre shapes

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

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

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

PMR-D8907
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: glacier in the distance, with catamarans and a field of buttercups at the Spegazzini Glacier Viewing Station.
Keywords: South America, picturesque, nature, colourful, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, lake, UNESCO

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

PMR-D8905
Argentina, Puerto Punta Bandera: Spegazzini Glacier, on an arm of Lago Argentino, has an area of 134 sq.km. and its "snout" (pictured) where calving takes place, can be up to 130 metres high.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, strange forms, bizarre shapes, colourful

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

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

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

PMR-D8901
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: Spegazzini Glacier, on an arm of Lago Argentino, has an area of 134 sq.km. and its "snout" where calving takes place, can be up to 130 metres high.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, lake, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, strange forms, bizarre shapes

PMR-D8900
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: a tributary glacier, leaving the mist shrouds to empty into Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, lake, UNESCO

PMR-D8899
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: a tributary glacier, leaving the mist shrouds to empty into Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, lake, UNESCO

PMR-D8898
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: iceberg on Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, lake

PMR-D8897
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: icebergs on Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, lake

PMR-D8896
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: iceberg on Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, lake

PMR-D8895
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: catmaran cruise-boat passing an iceberg on Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, lake

PMR-D8894
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: iceberg on Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, lake

PMR-D8893
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: iceberg on Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, lake

PMR-D8892
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: close-up of an iceberg on Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, lake

PMR-D8891
Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park: iceberg on Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, bizarre shapes, strange forms, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, lake

PMR-D8890
Argentina, Puerto Punta Bandera: departure point for cruise catamarans visiting the glaciers on Lago Argentino; the harbour, with rainbow.
Keywords: South America, jetty, moorings, port, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, lake

PMR-D8889
Argentina, El Calafate: characterful open-air bar on the main street.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, colourful, tourism

PMR-D8888
Argentina, El Calafate: vivid turquoise waters of Lago Argentino, with river estuary in the foreground.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, colourful

PMR-D8887
Argentina, El Calafate: vivid turquoise waters of Lago Argentino.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, colourful

PMR-D8886
Argentina, El Chalten: memorial chapel, dedicated to the international climbers who have lost their lives on the mountains in the Parque Nacional los Glaciares.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8885
Argentina, El Chalten: memorial chapel, dedicated to the international climbers who have lost their lives on the mountains in the Parque Nacional los Glaciares. Interior with altar and murals.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8884
Argentina, El Chalten: welcoming wooden sign at the entrance to the town, with mountain peaks, swathed in clouds, in the background.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8883
Argentina, El Chalten: a large, carved wooden rucksack at the entrance to the town, with mountain peaks, swathed in clouds, in the background.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, artistic, sculpture

PMR-D8882
Argentina, El Chalten: wooden figure, carved from a tree root/trunk at the entrance to the town, with the Andes in the background.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, artistic, sculpture

PMR-D8881
Argentina, El Chalten: Southern Lapwing/Treile (Vanellus chilensis).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, bird, ornithology, flora and fauna

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

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

PMR-D8878
Argentina, El Chalten: flowers of Escallonia virgata ("Siete Camisas Blanca").
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, botany, flora and fauna, wild flowers, shrub

PMR-D8877
Argentina, El Chalten: skeletons of trees on the "Sendero Las Aguilas" (Eagle Trail).
Keywords: South America, UNESCO, snow-capped, panorama, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D8863
Argentina, Estancia la Angostura: group of Guanacos (Lama guanicoe) with Lesser Rhea or Nando (Pterocnemia pennata) in the foreground.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, flora and fauna, wildlife, birds, ornithology

PMR-D8862
Argentina, Estancia la Angostura: group of Guanacos (Lama guanicoe).
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, flora and fauna, wildlife

PMR-D8861
Argentina, Estancia la Angostura: a pair of Upland or Magellan Geese (Chloephaga picta) with Chilean Flamingo (Phoenicopterus chilensis) in the background.
Keywords: South America, waterfowl, flora and fauna, ornithology, birds, sheldgoose, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, nature, landscape

PMR-D8860
Argentina, Estancia la Angostura: Chilean Flamingo (Phoenicopterus chilensis).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, ornithology, birds, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, nature, landscape

PMR-D8859
Argentina, Estancia la Angostura: grazing horses and sheep on the lands of the estancia which extend for many kilometres.
Keywords: South America, landscape, nature, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

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

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

PMR-D8856
Argentina, Estancia la Angostura: a trio of Black-faced Ibis or Bandurria (Theristicus melanopis) in flight.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, birds, ornithology, flora and fauna

PMR-D8855
Argentina, Estancia la Angostura: a trio of Guanacos (Lama guanicoe).
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8854
Argentina, Estancia la Angostura: a pair of Guanacos (Lama guanicoe).
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

PMR-D8853
Argentina, Perito Moreno: "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave of Hands), where prehistoric peoples left the imprints of their hands and illustrations of daily life, between 9000 and 13000 years ago. A UNESCO heritage site. Assorted impressions of Guanacos.
Keywords: South America, geology, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, historic, cave drawings

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

PMR-D8851
Argentina, Perito Moreno: "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave of Hands), where prehistoric peoples left the imprints of their hands and illustrations of daily life, between 9000 and 13000 years ago. A UNESCO heritage site. Men hunting Guanacos with bolas (?)
Keywords: South America, geology, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, historic, cave drawings

PMR-D8850
Argentina, Perito Moreno: "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave of Hands), where prehistoric peoples left the imprints of their hands and illustrations of daily life, between 9000 and 13000 years ago. A UNESCO heritage site.
Keywords: South America, geology, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, historic, cave drawings

PMR-D8849
Argentina, Perito Moreno: "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave of Hands), where prehistoric peoples left the imprints of their hands and illustrations of daily life, between 9000 and 13000 years ago. A UNESCO heritage site. Running Guanacos with Puma (?) and concentric circles.
Keywords: South America, geology, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, historic, cave drawings

PMR-D8848
Argentina, Perito Moreno: "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave of Hands), where prehistoric peoples left the imprints of their hands and illustrations of daily life, between 9000 and 13000 years ago. A UNESCO heritage site. Rhea footprint and jagged line - ornamentation?
Keywords: South America, geology, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, historic, cave drawings

PMR-D8847
Argentina, Perito Moreno: "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave of Hands), where prehistoric peoples left the imprints of their hands and illustrations of daily life, between 9000 and 13000 years ago. A UNESCO heritage site.
Keywords: South America, geology, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, historic, cave drawings

PMR-D8846
Argentina, Perito Moreno: "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave of Hands), where prehistoric peoples left the imprints of their hands and illustrations of daily life, between 9000 and 13000 years ago. A UNESCO heritage site. Impressions of Rhea footprints among the human hand-prints.
Keywords: South America, geology, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, historic, cave drawings

PMR-D8845
Argentina, Perito Moreno: "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave of Hands), where prehistoric peoples left the imprints of their hands and illustrations of daily life, between 9000 and 13000 years ago. A UNESCO heritage site. Impressions of Guanacos (?)
Keywords: South America, cave drawings, historic, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, geology

PMR-D8844
Argentina, Perito Moreno: "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave of Hands), where prehistoric peoples left the imprints of their hands and illustrations of daily life, between 9000 and 13000 years ago. A UNESCO heritage site.
Keywords: South America, geology, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, historic, cave drawings

PMR-D8843
Argentina, Perito Moreno: "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave of Hands), where prehistoric peoples left the imprints of their hands and illustrations of daily life, between 9000 and 13000 years ago. A UNESCO heritage site.
Keywords: South America, geology, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, historic, cave drawings

PMR-D8842
Argentina, Perito Moreno: Canadon del Rio Pinturas, a spectacular gorge, carved out by the River Pinturas.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, geology

PMR-D8841
Argentina, Perito Moreno: Canadon del Rio Pinturas, a spectacular gorge, carved out by the River Pinturas.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, geology

PMR-D8840
Argentina, Perito Moreno: Canadon del Rio Pinturas, a spectacular gorge, carved out by the River Pinturas, and site of the "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave of Hands), where prehistoric peoples left the imprints of their hands and illustrations of daily life, between 9000 and 13000 years ago.
Keywords: South America, cave drawings, historic, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, geology

PMR-D8839
Argentina, Perito Moreno: Canadon del Rio Pinturas, a spectacular gorge, carved out by the River Pinturas.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, geology

PMR-D8838
Argentina, Perito Moreno: Canadon del Rio Pinturas, a spectacular gorge, carved out by the River Pinturas.
Keywords: South America, geology, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8837
Argentina, Perito Moreno: a family group of Guanacos (Lama guanicoe).
Keywords: South America, nature, wild animals, flora and fauna, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8836
Argentina, Perito Moreno: Canadon Caracoles Chico, a spectacular gorge, carved out by the River Chico.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, geology

PMR-D8835
Argentina, Perito Moreno: Canadon Caracoles Chico, a spectacular gorge, carved out by the River Chico.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains, geology

PMR-D8834
Argentina, Perito Moreno: Black-necked Swans (Cygnus melancoryphus).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, waterfowl, ornithology, birds, Latin America, Andes, Patagonia, wildlife, nature

PMR-D8833
Argentina, Los Antiguos: the town is famous for its cherries..
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia

PMR-D8832
Chile, Chile Chico: the Rotel bus in the Andes mountains, a few kilometres west of Chile Chico.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, Rolling Hotel

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

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

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

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

PMR-D8827
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Queen Mora or Star Flower (Mutisia reina).
Keywords: South America, plant, flora and Fauna, wild flowers, botany, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America

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

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

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

PMR-D8823
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. Puente General Carrera suspension bridge over the southern arm of the lake.
Keywords: South America, turquoise, lake, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, mountains

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

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

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

PMR-D8819
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: scarlet flowers of the Chilean Fire Bush or Ciruelillo (Embothrium coccineum).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Patagonia, botany, wild shrub, flora and fauna

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

PMR-D8817
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Lago General Carrera is the largest lake in Chile and is shared with Argentina, where it has the name Lago Buenos Aires. Of glacial origin, it is surrounded by the Andes range. A sight-seeing boat, with the snow-covered Andes in the background..
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise

PMR-D8816
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. A visiting boat, with the snow-covered Andes in the distance.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

PMR-D8815
Chile, Puerto Rio Tranquilo: Capilla (Chapel) de Marmol, a series of wind- and water-eroded marble caves on a peninsula in Lago General Carrera. This outlying rock has become isolated from the main cliffs.
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, scenery, Andes, Patagonia, lake, turquoise, geology, weathering

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D8782
Chile: colourful wild lupins (Lupinus) surrounded by bushes of Fuchsia magellicana.
Keywords: South America, countryside, plants, phytography, nature, botany, Latin America, scenery, Andes

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

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

PMR-D8779
Chile, Patagonia: flowers of Fuchsia magellicana shrubs are common, as are those of Ranunculus.
Keywords: South America, phytography, plants, Latin America, botany, wild flowers, flora and fauna

PMR-D8778
Chile, Patagonia: colourful wild grasses in Cerro Castillo National Park.
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, nature, botany, Latin America, plants, phytography

PMR-D8777
Chile, Patagonia: the outlet from the Laguna Cofre cascades in a waterfall through the trees.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, scenery, Andes

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D8771
Chile, Patagonia: the Austral Highway crosses the Rio Ibanez in a deep gorge near Cerro Castillo.
Keywords: South America, scenery, Latin America, landscape, mountains, Andes

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

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

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

PMR-D8767
Chile, Patagonia: colourful wild lupins (Lupinus) growing in a river valley near the Carretera Austral (Ruta 7), south of Coyhaique.
Keywords: South America, Andes, scenery, Latin America, botany, nature, phytography, plants

PMR-D8766
Chile, Patagonia: colourful wild lupins (Lupinus) growing in a river valley near the Carretera Austral (Ruta 7), south of Coyhaique.
Keywords: South America, Andes, scenery, Latin America, botany, nature, phytography, plants

PMR-D8765
Chile, Patagonia: colourful wild lupins (Lupinus) growing in a river valley near the Carretera Austral (Ruta 7), south of Coyhaique.
Keywords: South America, Andes, scenery, Latin America, botany, nature, phytography, plants

PMR-D8764
Chile, Patagonia, Villa Amengual: pine tree growing under the cliffs in the Parque Nacional de Lastarria.
Keywords: South America, phytography, nature, botany, Latin America, Andes

PMR-D8763
Chile, Patagonia, Villa Amengual: entrance to the equestrian centre.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, Andes, horses

PMR-D8762
Chile, Puyuhuapi: waterfall above the Viaducto Piedra el Gato on the Carretera Austral (Ruta 7), with the leaves of the Giant Rhubarb (Gunnera).
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, botany, nature, phytography, plants

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

PMR-D8760
Chile, Puyuhuapi: part of theViaducto Piedra el Gato on the Carretera Austral (Ruta 7) which follows the Rio Cisne through a gorge, with Rotel bus.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, highway, viaduct, river, Latin America, scenery, Andes

PMR-D8759
Chile, Puyuhuapi: flowers of the Waterfall Plant (Ourisia ruelloides)
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, nature, phytography, wild flowers, Latin America, botany, flora and fauna

PMR-D8758
Chile, Puyuhuapi: Seno (Sound) Ventisquero under storm clouds.
Keywords: South America, fiord, Andes, scenery, Latin America

PMR-D8757
Chile, Puyuhuapi: Seno (Sound) Ventisquero under storm clouds.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Latin America, scenery, Andes, fiord

PMR-D8756
Chile, Puyuhuapi: Seno (Sound) Ventisquero under storm clouds.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, fiord, Andes, scenery, Latin America

PMR-D8755
Chile: glimpse of the Ventisquero Colgante glacier through low cloud in the Andes mountains near Cerro Mahnoka Larga.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, Latin America, snow

PMR-D8754
Chile. Puyuhuapi: view of the Seno (Sound) Ventisquero from the camping site "Las Toninas", with Rotel bus.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Rolling Hotel, Andes, scenery, countryside, Latin America, picturesque

PMR-D8753
Chile. Puyuhuapi: view of the Seno (Sound) Ventisquero and coastline from the camping site "Las Toninas".
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, scenery, countryside, Latin America, picturesque

PMR-D8752
Chile. Puyuhuapi: situated at the north end of the Seno (Sound) Ventisquero, this pretty village was founded by a group of German immigrants, and had grown to 826 inhabitants at the last census. A colourful display of lilies in the garden of the teashop.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, community, picturesque, Latin America, Andes

PMR-D8751
Chile. Puyuhuapi: situated at the north end of the Seno (Sound) Ventisquero, this pretty village was founded by a group of German immigrants, and had grown to 826 inhabitants at the last census. View of the shore and moored boat.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, community, picturesque, Latin America

PMR-D8750
Chile. Puyuhuapi: situated at the north end of the Seno (Sound) Ventisquero, this pretty village was founded by a group of German immigrants, and had grown to 826 inhabitants at the last census. Here, the illustrated bus stop shelter.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, picturesque, community, colourful

PMR-D8749
Chile. Puyuhuapi: situated at the north end of the Seno (Sound) Ventisquero, this pretty village was founded by a group of German immigrants, and had grown to 826 inhabitants at the last census.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, community, picturesque, Latin America, Andes

PMR-D8748
Chile. Chaiten: historic wooden bridge, now closed to traffic.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, timber, construction, Latin America

PMR-D8747
Chile. Chaiten: historic wooden bridge, now closed to traffic.
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Latin America, construction, timber

PMR-D8746
Chile. Chaiten: the stratovolcano Michinmahuida (2450 metres)
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, Minchinmavida, Minchimahuida, picturesque

PMR-D8745
Chile. Chaiten: confluence of the Rio Palena and the Rio Frio (lower centre).
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, rainforest, rivers, Latin America

PMR-D8744
Chile. Chaiten: view of the volcano Michinmahuida (2450 metres) with wild flowers and the temperate rain forest in the foreground..
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, picturesque, Minchimahuida, Minchinmavida, Latin America, Andes

PMR-D8743
Chile. Chaiten: the stratovolcano Michinmahuida (2450 metres)
Keywords: South America, Patagonia, Andes, Latin America, Minchinmavida, Minchimahuida, picturesque

PMR-D8742
Chile. Chaiten: Puente Senador Exequiel Gonzalez, a suspension bridge which carries the Carretera Austral (Austral Highway) over the Rio Palena.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, engineering, construction

PMR-D8741
Chile. Chaiten: Puente Senador Exequiel Gonzalez, a suspension bridge which carries the Carretera Austral (Austral Highway) over the Rio Palena.
Keywords: South America, construction, engineering, Latin America

PMR-D8740
Chile. Chaiten: valley of the Rio Palena surrounded by Valdivian temperate rain forest.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, ecology, climate

PMR-D8739
Chile. Chaiten: a tiny, isolated, wooden church which survived the mud slide in 2017.
Keywords: South America, lahar, Latin America

PMR-D8738
Chile. Chaiten: path of the lahar (mud slide) which engulfed the village of Villa Santa Lucia on 16th December 2017 in which five people died. The nearby volcano Chaiten erupted in May 2008, changing the course of the river Blanco which submerged the town of Chaiten.
Keywords: South America, landslide, razing, uprooting, avalanche, devastation, natural disasters, geology, Latin America

PMR-D8737
Chile. Chaiten: snow-covered mountain peaks of the Andes with Rotel bus in the foreground.
Keywords: South America, Rolling Hotel, Latin America

PMR-D8736
Chile. Chaiten: path of the lahar (mud slide) which engulfed the village of Villa Santa Lucia on 16th December 2017 in which five people died. The nearby volcano Chaiten erupted in May 2008, changing the course of the river Blanco which submerged the town of Chaiten.
Keywords: South America, landslide, razing, uprooting, avalanche, devastation, natural disasters, geology, Latin America

PMR-D8735
Chile. Chaiten: snow-covered mountain peaks of the Andes with part of the Valdivian temperate rain forest in the foreground.
Keywords: South America, climate, ecology, Latin America

PMR-D8734
Chile. Chaiten: path of the lahar (mud slide) which engulfed the village of Villa Santa Lucia on 16th December 2017 in which five people died. The nearby volcano Chaiten erupted in May 2008, changing the course of the river Blanco which submerged the town of Chaiten.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, geology, natural disasters, devastation, avalanche, uprooting, razing, landslide

PMR-D8733
Chile. Chaiten: path of the lahar (mud slide) which engulfed the village of Villa Santa Lucia on 16th December 2017 in which five people died. The nearby volcano Chaiten erupted in May 2008, changing the course of the river Blanco which submerged the town of Chaiten.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, geology, natural disasters, devastation, avalanche, uprooting, razing, landslide

PMR-D8732
Chile. Chaiten: path of the lahar (mud slide) which engulfed the village of Villa Santa Lucia on 16th December 2017 in which five people died. The nearby volcano Chaiten erupted in May 2008, changing the course of the river Blanco which submerged the town of Chaiten.
Keywords: South America, landslide, razing, uprooting, avalanche, devastation, natural disasters, geology, Latin America

PMR-D8731
Chile. Chaiten: the enormous leaves of the Nalca or Giant Rhubarb (Gunnera tinctoria) in the grounds of the hot springs "El Amarillo". The leaves can grow to a diameter of 2.5 metres and can be used in the kitchen in a similar way to rhubarb.
Keywords: South America, vegetables, horticulture, plants, botany, nature, Latin America

PMR-D8730
Chile. Chaiten: the enormous leaves of the Nalca or Giant Rhubarb (Gunnera tinctoria) in the grounds of the hot springs "El Amarillo". The leaves can grow to a diameter of 2.5 metres and can be used in the kitchen in a similar way to rhubarb.
Keywords: South America, vegetables, horticulture, plants, botany, nature, Latin America

PMR-D8729
Chile. Chaiten: snow-covered Michinmahuida volcano (2450 m.), from the ferry boat, approaching Chaiten..
Keywords: South America, mountains, Latin America, Andes

PMR-D8728
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: a house overlooking the port, with typical shingled frontage.
Keywords: South America, architecture, Latin America

PMR-D8727
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Plaza de los Trenes: a preserved steam engine, made by Marshall and Sons Ltd, Gainsborough, Yorkshire, England.
Keywords: South America, locomotive, vintage, veteran, engineering, Latin America

PMR-D8726
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Plaza de los Trenes: a preserved steam engine, made by Ruston, Proctor and Company, of Lincoln, England.
Keywords: South America, locomotive, vintage, veteran, engineering, Latin America

PMR-D8725
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: a selection of local products: woollen rugs and woven baskets.
Keywords: South America, arrtisans, souvenirs, Latin America, culture

PMR-D8724
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: colourful houses line the steep hill leading to the port.
Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America, culture

PMR-D8723
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: colourful houses line the steep hill leading to the port.
Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America, culture

PMR-D8722
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Plaza de Armas, with figure of La Pincoya, a mythical sprite of great beauty, who can bring good fortune to the Chilote, on the fountain.
Keywords: South America, statue, legend, Latin America, culture

PMR-D8721
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Plaza de Armas, with the garden of the tourist information centre in the foreground.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, culture

PMR-D8720
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: the tourist information centre; it has a large selection of locally-made products and souvenirs on offer.
Keywords: South America, culture, Latin America

PMR-D8719
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Iglesia San Francisco de Castro, designed by the Italian architect Eduardo Provasoli and completed in1912, stands on the Plaza de Armas.. It has been recognised by UNESCO as part of Chiloe's heritage. View of the nave and altar.
Keywords: South America, colourful, architecture, Roman Catholic, heritage, picturesque, Latin America, culture

PMR-D8718
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Iglesia San Francisco de Castro, designed by the Italian architect Eduardo Provasoli and completed in1912, stands on the Plaza de Armas.. It has been recognised by UNESCO as part of Chiloe's heritage. View of the nave and altar.
Keywords: South America, colourful, architecture, Roman Catholic, heritage, picturesque, Latin America, culture

PMR-D8717
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Iglesia San Francisco de Castro, designed by the Italian architect Eduardo Provasoli and completed in1912, stands on the Plaza de Armas.. It has been recognised by UNESCO as part of Chiloe's heritage.
Keywords: South America, colourful, architecture, Roman Catholic, heritage, picturesque, Latin America, culture

PMR-D8716
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century.
Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America

PMR-D8715
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century.
Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America

PMR-D8714
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high.
Keywords: South America, timber, culture, Latin America, picturesque, traditional, heritage

PMR-D8713
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high.
Keywords: South America, timber, culture, Latin America, picturesque, traditional, heritage

PMR-D8712
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high.
Keywords: South America, timber, culture, Latin America, picturesque, traditional, heritage

PMR-D8711
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high. Details of the wooden construction can be seen in the gallery running round the church under the roof.
Keywords: South America, heritage, traditional, picturesque, Latin America, culture, timber

PMR-D8710
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high. View of the nave and altar from the gallery.
Keywords: South America, timber, culture, Latin America, picturesque, traditional, heritage

PMR-D8709
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high. View of the simple wooden altar.
Keywords: South America, heritage, traditional, picturesque, Latin America, culture, timber

PMR-D8708
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: Nuestra Senora de Gracia Church de Nercon, built in 1886-90, is one of a number of historic wooden churches in Chiloe recognised by UNESCO. It is built of cypress and larch wood and the tower is 25 metres high. View of the nave with columns painted to look like marble.
Keywords: South America, timber, culture, Latin America, picturesque, traditional, heritage

PMR-D8707
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century.
Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America

PMR-D8706
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century.
Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America

PMR-D8705
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century.
Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America

PMR-D8704
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century.
Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America

PMR-D8703
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century.
Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America

PMR-D8702
Chile. Chiloe, Castro: wooden stilt houses or "palafitos" go back to the 19th century.
Keywords: South America, heritage, homes, traditional, picturesque, colourful, Latin America

PMR-D8701
Chile. Chiloe, Ancud: bronze figure of "La Pincoya", a mythical water sprite of great beauty, with long, blond hair, who can influence the fortunes of Chiloe. She sits in the Plaza de Armas.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, statue, folklore

PMR-D8700
Chile. Chiloe, Ancud: interior of the Roman Catholic cathedral in Plaza de Armas.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, nave, altar

PMR-D8699
Chile. Chiloe, Ancud: bronze figure of "La Viuda" (the widow), a mythical being used to frighten naughty children, in the Plaza de Armas.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, statue, folklore

PMR-D8698
Chile, Pargua: car ferry "El Trauco" of Transmarchilay arriving from Chacao on Chiloe Island.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, ferryboat

PMR-D8697
Chile, Pargua: car ferry "Cruz del Sur" arriving from Chacao, Chiloe Island. It is planned to replace the ferry across the Chacao Channel with a bridge.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, ferryboat

PMR-D8696
Chile. Puerto Montt: South American Sea Lions (Otaria flavescens) swimming close to the jetty.
Keywords: South America, sea life, wild animals, flora and fauna, Latin America

PMR-D8695
Chile. Puerto Montt: young South American Sea Lion (Otaria flavescens) swimming close to the jetty.
Keywords: South America, sea life, wild animals, flora and fauna, Latin America

PMR-D8694
Chile. Puerto Montt: entrance to the tourist stalls-market at Av Angelmo.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, street scene

PMR-D8693
Chile. Puerto Montt: Reloncavi Sound with boats moored to the jetty, awaiting custom.
Keywords: South America, colourful, pleasure boats, Latin America

PMR-D8692
Chile. Puerto Montt: Reloncavi Sound with small craft on the beach.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, boats

PMR-D8691
Chile. Puerto Montt: Av Angelmo souvenir and food stalls overlooking the Selon de Reloncavi (Reloncavi Sound) during low tide.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, tourist attraction, promenade

PMR-D8690
Chile. Puerto Montt: colourful restaurant "Fuente de Ali" on the promenade.
Keywords: South America, burger food, quick food, Latin America

PMR-D8689
Chile. Puerto Montt: monument to the first German families who settled in Puerto Montt in 1852, unveiled in 2002.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, bronze figures, culture

PMR-D8688
Chile. Puerto Varas: Vicente Perez Rosales National Park: the Petrohue River continues in a winding canyon below the waterfalls.
Keywords: South America, rapids, rocky, canyon, Latin America

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

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

PMR-D8685
Chile. Puerto Varas: snow-capped volcano, Osorno, (2652 m.).
Keywords: South America, Andes, Latin America

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D8679
Chile. Puerto Varas: a young girl feeding the family's lamas in their corral..
Keywords: South America, joyful, happy, Latin America

PMR-D8678
Chile. Puerto Varas: the snow-capped volcano, Osorno, (2652 m.) seen from Lake Llanquihue.
Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America

PMR-D8677
Chile. Puerto Varas: Capilla de Santa Cruz, a small wooden chapel in the German tradition, on the outskirts of the town, a large proportion of whose residents are of German origin.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, picturesque, architecture

PMR-D8676
Chile. Puerto Varas: sunset on Lake Llanquihue.
Keywords: South America, picturesque, cloud effects, tranquility, calm, peace, reflections, Latin America

PMR-D8675
Chile. Puerto Varas: 5 Chimango Caracara falcons (Milvago chimango) in a tree-top.
Keywords: South America, birds of prey, flora and fauna, wildlife, ornithology, birds, nature, Latin America

PMR-D8674
Chile. Puerto Varas: snow-capped volcano, Osorno, (2652 m.).
Keywords: South America, Andes, Latin America

PMR-D8673
Chile. Puerto Varas: bathers on the sandy beach of Lake Llanquihue, with the snow-capped volcano, Osorno, (2652 m.), in the distance.
Keywords: South America, recreation, lakeshore, Latin America

PMR-D8672
Chile. Valdivia: in the fish market: Southern Bull Kelp (Durvillaea antarctica) (Cochayuyo) seaweed in bundles.
Keywords: South America, fishing port, Latin America, fruit of the sea, seafood

PMR-D8671
Chile. Valdivia: Neotropic or Olivacious Cormorant (Phalacrocorax brasilianus).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, ornithology, birds, nature, Latin America, fish-eater

PMR-D8670
Chile. Valdivia: Neotropic or Olivacious Cormorant (Phalacrocorax brasilianus).
Keywords: South America, fish-eater, Latin America, nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife, flora and fauna

PMR-D8669
Chile. Valdivia: Black Vulture (Coragyps atratus).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, ornithology, birds, nature, Latin America, scavenger

PMR-D8668
Chile. Valdivia: in the fish market.
Keywords: South America, fishing port, Latin America, fruit of the sea, seafood, fresh fish

PMR-D8667
Chile. Valdivia: in the fish market: conger eels and sea bass.
Keywords: South America, fresh fish, seafood, fruit of the sea, Latin America, fishing port

PMR-D8666
Chile. Valdivia: in the fish market.
Keywords: South America, fishing port, Latin America, fruit of the sea, seafood, fresh fish

PMR-D8665
Chile. Valdivia: Black Vulture (Coragyps atratus).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, ornithology, birds, nature, Latin America, scavenger

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

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

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

PMR-D8661
Chile. Valdivia: Kelp Gull (Larus dominicanus)
Keywords: South America, Latin America, nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife, flora and fauna, seagull

PMR-D8660
Chile. Valdivia: South American Sea Lions (Otaria flavescens). (male in the foreground) with Black Vultures (Coragyps atratus).
Keywords: South America, ornithology, birds, seal family, Latin America, wildlife, flora and fauna

PMR-D8659
Chile. Valdivia: South American Sea Lions (Otaria flavescens).
Keywords: South America, seal family, Latin America, wildlife, flora and fauna

PMR-D8658
Chile. Valdivia: Black Vulture (Coragyps atratus) (left) and Turkey Vulture (Cathartes aura) (right)
Keywords: South America, Latin America, nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife, flora and fauna, scavengers

PMR-D8657
Chile. Valdivia: Peruvian Pelican (Pelecanus thagus).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife, flora and fauna, waterfowl

PMR-D8656
Chile. Valdivia: flooded fields and typical countryside, approaching Valdivia.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, scenery, nature, picturesque, reflections

PMR-D8655
Chile. Pucon: Black-faced Ibis (Theristicus melanopis).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, ornithology, birds, nature, Latin America

PMR-D8654
Chile. Pucon: Black-faced Ibis (Theristicus melanopis).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, ornithology, birds, nature, Latin America

PMR-D8653
Chile. Pucon: Black-faced Ibis (Theristicus melanopis).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, ornithology, birds, nature, Latin America

PMR-D8652
Chile. Pucon: Red-gartered Coot (Fulica armillata).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, ornithology, birds, nature, Latin America

PMR-D8651
Chile. Pucon: Brown-hooded Gull (Chroicocephalus maculipennis)
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, ornithology, birds, nature, Latin America

PMR-D8650
Chile. Pucon: the beach and yacht harbour in a bay on Lake Villarrica.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, picturesque, undeveloped

PMR-D8649
Chile. Pucon: the beach and yacht harbour in a bay on Lake Villarrica.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, picturesque, undeveloped

PMR-D8648
Chile. Pucon: Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, ornithology, birds, nature, Latin America

PMR-D8647
Chile. Pucon: Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis).
Keywords: South America, flora and fauna, wildlife, ornithology, birds, nature, Latin America

PMR-D8646
Chile. Temuco: street scene in the city centre.
Keywords: South America, shopping street, parking, traffic, Latin America

PMR-D8645
Chile. Temuco: Plaza de Armas Anibal Pinto is the main square and hub of the city.
Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America

PMR-D8644
Chile. Temuco: Plaza de Armas Anibal Pinto is the main square and hub of the city.
Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America

PMR-D8643
Chile. Temuco: Plaza de Armas Anibal Pinto is the main square and hub of the city.
Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America

PMR-D8642
Chile. Temuco: monument to the Araucaria in Plaza de Armas Anibal Pinto.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, statue, allegory

PMR-D8641
Chile. Temuco: Plaza de Armas Anibal Pinto is the main square and hub of the city.
Keywords: South America, picturesque, Latin America

PMR-D8640
Chile. Temuco: fortune teller with tarot cards waiting for customers in the Plaza de Armas de Anibal Pinto.
Keywords: South America, Latin America

PMR-D8639
Chile. Temuco: Interior of St. Joseph's Cathedral (Catedral de San Jose) completed in 1991 and replacing its predecessor which collapsed in the earthquake of 1960.
Keywords: South America, nave, Latin America, church, architecture

PMR-D8638
Chile. Temuco: monument to the Araucaria in Plaza de Armas Anibal Pinto.
Keywords: South America, allegory, statue, Latin America

PMR-D8637
Chile. Temuco: monument to the Araucaria in Plaza de Armas Anibal Pinto.
Keywords: South America, allegory, statue, Latin America

PMR-D8635
Chile: Malleco Viaduct, crossing Malleco River Valley near Collipulli, was opened on 26th October 1890, at which time it was the highest bridge of that type in the world. It was constructed by the French company, Schneider et Cie.
Keywords: South America, railway bridge, yellow, engineering, Latin America

PMR-D8634
Chile. Santiago: Torre Mirador monument on Santa Lucia Hill, erected by Benjamin Vicuna MacKenna in 1872.
Keywords: South America, belvedere, Latin America, architecture, classical

PMR-D8633
Chile. Santiago: Torre Mirador monument on Santa Lucia Hill, erected by Benjamin Vicuna MacKenna in 1872.
Keywords: South America, belvedere, classical, architecture, Latin America

PMR-D8632
Chile. Santiago: statue of a Mapuche Indian by Nicanor Plaza on Santa Lucia Hill, popularly associated with Mapuche leader Caupolican.
Keywords: South America, warrior, indigeno, monument, sculpture, Latin America

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D8626
Chile. Santiago, Santa Lucia Hill: Araucaria angustifolia, an evergreen coniferous tree belonginging to the family Araucariaceae which has 19 members. It is native to Brazil, but highly endangered due to deforestation activities.
Keywords: South America, rainforest, flora and fauna, nature, botany, Latin America

PMR-D8625
Chile. Santiago: Aloe dichotoma (?) on Santa Lucia Hill.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, botany, flora and fauna, trres

PMR-D8624
Chile. Santiago: Torre Telefonica, at 132 metres, is the third highest building in Santiago. It has 32 storeys and was completed in 1994.
Keywords: South America, develpments, high-rise, skyscrapers, Latin America

PMR-D8623
Chile. Santiago: high-rise buildings in Santiago's newly developing north-east provide accommodation - at a price.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, skyscrapers, high-rise, developments

PMR-D8622
Chile. Santiago: Costanera Center Torre 2 or Gran Torre Santiago, at 300 metres, is the second highest building in Latin America. Completed in 2013, it has 62 storeys and contains Latin America's largest shopping centre.
Keywords: South America, high-rise, skyscrapers, Latin America, offices

PMR-D8621
Chile. Santiago: high-rise buildings in Santiago's newly developing north-east, including the Gran Torre Santiago, the second highest building in Latin America (right).
Keywords: South America, Latin America, skyscrapers, high-rise

PMR-D8620
Chile. Santiago: Titanium La Portado, at 205 metres, is the second highest building in Chile Completed in 2010, it has 55 storeys and 129,000 square metres office floor space. It survived the earthquake of 2010 undamaged.
Keywords: South America, offices, high-rise, skyscrapers, Latin America, developments

PMR-D8619
Chile. Santiago: high-rise buildings in Santiago's newly developing north-east, including the Gran Torre Santiago, and the Titanium La Portada building (left).
Keywords: South America, high-rise, skyscrapers, Latin America

PMR-D8618
Chile. Santiago: the new suburb of Vitacura, carefully landscaped, is home to some of Santiago's more affluent citizens. These waterfowl on one of the pools are the product of the art of topiary.
Keywords: South America, developments, residential, apartments, housing, modern, Latin America

PMR-D8617
Chile. Santiago: the new suburb of Vitacura, carefully landscaped, is home to some of Santiago's more affluent citizens.
Keywords: South America, developments, Latin America, modern, housing, apartments, residential

PMR-D8616
Chile. Santiago: the new suburb of Vitacura, carefully landscaped, is home to some of Santiago's more affluent citizens.
Keywords: South America, developments, Latin America, modern, housing, apartments, residential

PMR-D8615
Chile. Santiago: Titanium La Portado, at 205 metres, is the second highest building in Chile Completed in 2010, it has 55 storeys and 129,000 square metres office floor space. It survived the earthquake of 2010 undamaged.
Keywords: South America, offices, high-rise, skyscrapers, Latin America, developments

PMR-D8614
Chile. Santiago: monument to the heroes of Iquique,1879, in the Battle of the Pacific, between Chile and Peru/Bolivia.
Keywords: South America, heritage, naval battle, historic, Latin America, statue

PMR-D8613
Chile. Santiago: monument to the heroes of Iquique,1879, in the Battle of the Pacific, between Chile and Peru/Bolivia.
Keywords: South America, heritage, naval battle, historic, Latin America, statue

PMR-D8612
Chile. Santiago: Mercado Central de Santiago (Central Market) was opened in 1872 and has a cast-iron roof which was prefabricated by the firm of R. Laidlaw and Sons, of Glasgow, Scotland.
Keywords: South America, heritage, historic, architecture, Latin America

PMR-D8611
Chile. Santiago: Mercado Central de Santiago (Central Market) was opened in 1872 and has a cast-iron roof which was prefabricated by the firm of R. Laidlaw and Sons, of Glasgow, Scotland.
Keywords: South America, heritage, historic, architecture, Latin America

PMR-D8610
Chile. Santiago: equestrian statue of Pedro de Valdivia, founder of the city on 12th February 1541.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, monument, culture

PMR-D8609
Chile. Santiago: Palacio de la Real Audiencia de Santiago in Plaza de Armas, completed in 1807 as the Royal Court of Justice, now houses the National History Museum.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, architecture, culture, Baroque style

PMR-D8608
Chile. Santiago: young demonstrators in the Plaza de Armas, protesting about unequality in Chile ("Somos el pueblo").
Keywords: South America, Latin America, civil unrest

PMR-D8607
Chile. Santiago: Plaza de Armas, with Palacio de la Real Audiencia de Santiago (right), completed in 1807 as the Royal Court of Justice, which now houses the National History Museum, and the cathedral facade on the far side of the square.
Keywords: South America, Baroque style, culture, architecture, Latin America

PMR-D8606
Chile. Santiago: the Metropolitan Cathedral in Plaza de Armas, seat of the archbishop of Santiago, was built in Baroque style by architect Gioacchino Toasca, and completed in 1799, replacing its predecessors which were destroyed by earthquakes.
Keywords: South America, heritage, culture, architecture, Latin America

PMR-D8605
Chile. Santiago: an historic pharmacy, on the Plaza de Armas.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, chemist shop, apothecary, architecture, traditional

PMR-D8604
Chile. Santiago: Plaza de Armas, the historic central square of Santiago.
Keywords: South America, hub, pedestrian zone, park, Latin America

PMR-D8603
Chile. Santiago: Simon Bolivar monument to American liberty in the Plaza de Armas. Erected on 25th April 1836, a work of the Italian sculptor Francesco Orselino:
Keywords: South America, Latin America, sculpture, art, artistic, culture

PMR-D8602
Chile. Santiago: monument to the indiginous peoples, in the Plaza de Armas.
Keywords: South America, artistic, art, sculpture, Latin America

PMR-D8601
Chile. Santiago: Palacio de los Tribunales de Justicia, the Chilean Supreme Court.
Keywords: South America, judiciary, law court, classical, architecture, Latin America

PMR-D8600
Chile. Santiago: Bandera, a pedestrian street in the city centre, is equipped with modern seating in the form of bright red plastic spheres.
Keywords: South America, colourful, innovation, psychodelic, Latin America

PMR-D8599
Chile. Santiago: Bandera, a pedestrian street in the city centre, is equipped with modern seating in the form of bright red plastic spheres.
Keywords: South America, colourful, innovation, psychodelic, Latin America

PMR-D8598
Chile. Santiago: the National Stock Exchange (Bolsa de Comercio), opened on 27th November 1893, is the third-largest in Latin America.
Keywords: South America, Latin America, architecture, bourse, financial, classical

PMR-D8597
Chile. Santiago: neo-classical edifice in the centre of Santiago.
Keywords: South America, commerce, architecture, Latin America

PMR-D8596
Chile. Santiago: statue of Salvador Allende Gossens (1908-1973), former president of Chile.
Keywords: South America, memorial, monument, Latin America

PMR-D8595
Chile. Santiago: La Moneda, the Presidential Palace, the work of Italian architect Joaquin Toesca was completed in 1805 and functioned as a mint until 1929. President Salvador Allende committed suicide here after the military coup d'etat in 1973. South facade of the building.
Keywords: South America, historic, architecture, Latin America, park, heritage

PMR-D8594
Chile. Santiago: La Moneda, the Presidential Palace, the work of Italian architect Joaquin Toesca was completed in 1805 and functioned as a mint until 1929. President Salvador Allende committed suicide here after the military coup d'etat in 1973.
Keywords: South America, historic, architecture, Latin America, park, heritage

PMR-D8593
Chile. Santiago: national flag of Chile.
Keywords: South America, Latin America

PMR-D8592
Chile. Santiago: Antigua Escuela Militar, the old military school.
Keywords: South America, historic, architecture, Latin America, heritage

PMR-D8591
Chile. Santiago: Club Hipico de Santiago, a racecourse for horses, founded in 1869. The stadium building is the work of architect Josue Smith Solar and can accommodate 50,000 spectators. It was declared an Historic National Monument in 1992, being the oldest such course on the continent.
Keywords: South America, sport of kings, equestrian, racetrack, Longchamp, betting, horse-racing, Latin America

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

PMR-D8571
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: Lustheim Palace, a garden villa built to plans of Enrico Zuccalli 1684-88 in Baroque style, contains one of the largest cellections of Meissen porcelaine in the world. It stands in the grounds of the Palace of Schleissheim.
Keywords: architecture, winter, snow, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park

PMR-D8570
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: east facade of the New Palace built 1701-27 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria to plans of architects Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner, after a heavy fall of snow.
Keywords: architecture, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park, winter

PMR-D8569
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: east facade of the New Palace built 1701-27 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria to plans of architects Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner, after a heavy fall of snow.
Keywords: architecture, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park, winter

PMR-D8568
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: east facade of the New Palace built 1701-27 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria to plans of architects Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner, after a heavy fall of snow.
Keywords: architecture, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park, winter

PMR-D8567
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: south wing of the New Palace built 1701-27 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria to plans of architects Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner, after a heavy fall of snow.
Keywords: architecture, winter, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park

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

PMR-D8589
Austria, Tyrol, Landl am Thiersee: parish church Mariahilf, after a heavy snowfall almost burying Santa Claus' sleigh and reindeer.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, architecture, Baroque, oniondome

PMR-D8588
Austria, Tyrol, Hinterthiersee: colourful figure of a bishop in a niche on the church.
Keywords: architecture, Baroque, Catholic

PMR-D8587
Austria, Tyrol, Hinterthiersee: hotel chalets after a heavy fall of snow with the Alps in the background.
Keywords: winter, mountains, alpine, landscape, picturesque

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

PMR-D8585
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D8584
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: wetlands for waterfowl.
Keywords: nature, wildlife, birds, reserve, ecology, pool, reeds, biotope

PMR-D8583
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus).
Keywords: nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife, titmouse, bird feeder

PMR-D8582
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)
Keywords: nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife, colourful

PMR-D8581
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)
Keywords: nature, colourful, wildlife, ornithology, birds

PMR-D8580
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)
Keywords: nature, colourful, wildlife, ornithology, birds

PMR-D8579
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula).
Keywords: nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife

PMR-D8578
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula).
Keywords: nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife

PMR-D8577
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: north pavilion of the Lustheim Palace, a garden villa built to plans of Enrico Zuccalli 1684-88 in Baroque style, after a heavy fall of snow. It stands in the grounds of the Palace of Schleissheim.
Keywords: architecture, snow, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park, winter

PMR-D8576
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: north pavilion of the Lustheim Palace, a garden villa built to plans of Enrico Zuccalli 1684-88 in Baroque style, after a heavy fall of snow. It stands in the grounds of the Palace of Schleissheim.
Keywords: architecture, park, Schloss Schleissheim, Baroque architecture, Schleißheimer Schloß, formal gardens, snow

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

PMR-D8574
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: Lustheim Palace, a garden villa built to plans of Enrico Zuccalli 1684-88 in Baroque style, contains one of the largest cellections of Meissen porcelaine in the world. It stands in the grounds of the Palace of Schleissheim.
Keywords: architecture, snow, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Baroque architecture, Schloss Schleissheim, park, winter

PMR-D8573
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: Lustheim Palace, a garden villa built to plans of Enrico Zuccalli 1684-88 in Baroque style, contains one of the largest cellections of Meissen porcelaine in the world. It stands in the grounds of the Palace of Schleissheim.
Keywords: architecture, park, Schloss Schleissheim, Baroque architecture, Schleißheimer Schloß, formal gardens, snow, winter

PMR074K-09
Spain, Lanzarote: desolate volcanic landscape: Montanas de Fuego in Timanfaya National Park.
Keywords: Canary Islands, volcano, sunshine, holidays, leisure

PMR036K-32
Namibia, Sossusvlei: the Nabib-Naukluft National Park - the first sand dunes on entering the park.
Keywords: wind-carved shapes, sand hills, desert

PMR-D8566
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: sunset.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, vivid, clouds, meteorology, red sky

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

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

PMR-D8536
Germany, Bavaria, Peiting: the pilgrimage church of Maria Egg was completed in 1658 in Baroque style.
Keywords: architecture, onion dome, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, heritage

PMR-D8535
Germany, Bavaria, Peiting: founded in 1055 by King Welf IV, the parish church of St Michael has been rebuilt many times.
Keywords: historic, architecture, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, heritage

PMR-D8534
Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: the parish church of St.Maria Himmelfahrt, which dates back to 1253, but has been rebuilt a number of times. It is the oldest church in Schongau.
Keywords: picturesque, onion dome, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D8533
Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: gabled facades in the old town, with the tower of the parish church of St. Maria Himmelfahrt on the right.
Keywords: picturesque, onion dome, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D8532
Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: the Maxtor Gate and part of the 14th century town wall with defenders' gallery.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8531
Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: part of the 14th century town wall and Frauentor Gateway, surmounted by a figure of the Virgin.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8530
Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: the Polizeidienerturm dating from the 13th century, was originally a gate tower in the town wall, but the gate was subsequently blocked off and the tower used for dwellings or offices.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8529
Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: the Polizeidienerturm dating from the 13th century, was originally a gate tower in the town wall, but the gate was subsequently blocked off and the tower used for dwellings or offices.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8528
Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: a colourful oriel enhances one of the buildings in the old town.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage

PMR-D8527
Germany, Bavaria, Schongau: part of the 14th century town wall with defenders' gallery and the Maxtor Gate.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, mediaeval

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

PMR-D8525
Germany, Bavaria, Altenstadt (formerly Alt-Schongau): the Romanesque parish church and Papal basilica was probably built between 1180 and 1220 and has retained its original form. Similarities to San. Savino in Piacenza are notable.
Keywords: culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8524
Germany, Bavaria, Hohenfurch: dating from the 13th century, the parish church was built in Gothic style but was converted to Rococo in the 18th century.
Keywords: heritage, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

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

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

PMR-D8521
Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the parish church of St. John the Baptist was built in the late 13th century in Gothic style.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8520
Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the parish church of St. John the Baptist was built in the late 13th century in Gothic style. This fresco ofSt. Christopher with the Christ child dates back to the beginning of the 17th century.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8519
Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the parish church of St. John the Baptist was built in the late 13th century in Gothic style. This fresco of the Last Judgement dates back to the beginning of the 17th century.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D8518
Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the Altes Schloss (Old Castle) was built between 1392 and 1421 and originally was moated. It has been rebuilt and added to many times over the years.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D8517
Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: memorial statue to General Johann Tserclaes Tilly, commander in the 30.years war, who died from his wounds at the Battle of Rain in 1632. In the background is the 18th century Rathaus (Town Hall).
Keywords: historic, bronze figure, monument, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, heritage

PMR-D8516
Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: colourful Baroque gables on the high street.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D8515
Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: memorial statue to General Johann Tserclaes Tilly, commander in the 30.years war, who died from his wounds at the Battle of Rain in 1632.
Keywords: historic, heritage, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, monument, bronze figure

PMR-D8514
Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the Rathaus (Town Hall ), built 1759-62 in Rococo style, is a protected building.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8513
Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the Rathaus (Town Hall ), built 1759-62 in Rococo style, is a protected building. View of the side facade with a step-gable on the main road.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D8512
Germany, Bavaria, Rain am Lech: the Schwabtor gate, first mentioned in writing in 1494, was rebuilt with two traffic lanes in 1973. With a handsome step-gable on the left.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D8489
Turkey, Bodrum: archeological site of the Maussolleion of Halicarnassos, tomb of King Maussollos (=Mausoleum) in Halicarnassos (present day Bodrum), built 355-351 BC and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Ruined by an earthquake in the 13th century, the stones were plundered by the Crusaders to build St. Peter's Castle in 1402. The sign in this picture indicates the position of the former burial chamber of King Maussollos.
Keywords: antiquities, heritage, historic, archeology, architecture, Roman, Greek, Halicarnassus

PMR-D8488
Turkey, Bodrum: archeological site of the Maussolleion of Halicarnassos, tomb of King Maussollos (=Mausoleum) in Halicarnassos (present day Bodrum), built 355-351 BC and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Ruined by an earthquake in the 13th century, the stones were plundered by the Crusaders to build St. Peter's Castle in 1402. Plaster cast of part of the frieze of the Battle of the Amazons.
Keywords: antiquities, relief, stone carving, Halicarnassus, Greek, Roman, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage

PMR-D8487
Turkey, Bodrum: archeological site of the Maussolleion of Halicarnassos, tomb of King Maussollos (=Mausoleum) in Halicarnassos (present day Bodrum), built 355-351 BC and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Ruined by an earthquake in the 13th century, the stones were plundered by the Crusaders to build St. Peter's Castle in 1402. Plaster cast of part of the frieze of the Battle of the Amazons, showing a mounted Amazon fighting over the horse's hindquarters.
Keywords: antiquities, relief, stone carving, Halicarnassus, Greek, Roman, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage

PMR-D8486
Turkey, Bodrum: archeological site of the Maussolleion of Halicarnassos, tomb of King Maussollos (=Mausoleum) in Halicarnassos (present day Bodrum), built 355-351 BC and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Ruined by an earthquake in the 13th century, the stones were plundered by the Crusaders to build St. Peter's Castle in 1402. Fragment of an original frieze from the facade.
Keywords: antiquities, relief, stone carving, Halicarnassus, Greek, Roman, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage

PMR-D8485
Turkey, Bodrum: archeological site of the Maussolleion of Halicarnassos, tomb of King Maussollos (=Mausoleum) in Halicarnassos (present day Bodrum), built 355-351 BC and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Ruined by an earthquake in the 13th century, the stones were plundered by the Crusaders to build St. Peter's Castle in 1402.
Keywords: antiquities, Halicarnassus, Greek, Roman, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage

PMR-D8484
Turkey, Bodrum: view of the Castle of St. Peter in the harbour, built by the crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones taken from the Mausoleum or grave of King Mausollos in Halicarnassus.
Keywords: Halicarnossos, Knights Hospitaller, architecture, historic, heritage, fortress, picturesque

PMR-D8483
Turkey, Bodrum: Myndos Gate, the only surviving gate in the 7-kilometre-long city walls of Halicarnassus, built in the 4th century BC by King Mousollos. In the foreground a collection of architectural fragments from the original structure.
Keywords: antiquities, heritage, historic, archeology, architecture, Roman, Greek, Myndus

PMR-D8482
Turkey, Bodrum: a pair of back-to-back graves, dating from the 4th century BC, found near the Myndos Gate, the only surviving gate in the 7-kilometre-long city walls of Halicarnassus.
Keywords: antiquities, Myndus, Greek, Roman, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage

PMR-D8481
Turkey, Bodrum: Myndos Gate, the only surviving gate in the 7-kilometre-long city walls of Halicarnassus, built in the 4th century BC by King Mousollos.
Keywords: antiquities, Myndus, Greek, Roman, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage

PMR-D8480
Turkey, Bodrum: Myndos Gate, the only surviving gate in the 7-kilometre-long city walls of Halicarnassus, built in the 4th century BC by King Mousollos.
Keywords: antiquities, Myndus, Greek, Roman, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage

PMR-D8479
Turkey, Bodrum: part of the restored 7-kilometre-long city walls of Halicarnassus, adjoining the Myndos Gate, built in the 4th century BC by King Mousollos.
Keywords: antiquities, Myndus, Greek, Roman, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage

PMR-D8478
Turkey, Bodrum: Graeco-Roman Theatre of Halicarnassus, built in the 2nd century BC, had an original seating capacity of some 10,000 but at present accommodates is limited to 4,000. Collection of architectural fragments from the original structure.
Keywords: antiquities, Greek, Roman, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage, amphitheatre, stone seating, cavea, orchestra

PMR-D8477
Turkey, Bodrum: Graeco-Roman Theatre of Halicarnassus, built in the 2nd century BC, had an original seating capacity of some 10,000 but at present accommodates is limited to 4,000.
Keywords: antiquities, orchestra, cavea, stone seating, amphitheatre, heritage, historic, archeology, architecture, Roman, Greek

PMR-D8476
Turkey, Bodrum: Graeco-Roman Theatre of Halicarnassus, built in the 2nd century BC, had an original seating capacity of some 10,000 but at present accommodates is limited to 4,000.
Keywords: antiquities, Greek, Roman, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage, amphitheatre, stone seating, cavea, orchestra

PMR-D8475
Turkey, Bodrum: Graeco-Roman Theatre of Halicarnassus, built in the 2nd century BC, had an original seating capacity of some 10,000 but at present accommodates is limited to 4,000.
Keywords: antiquities, orchestra, cavea, stone seating, amphitheatre, heritage, historic, archeology, architecture, Roman, Greek

PMR-D8474
Turkey, Bodrum: Graeco-Roman Theatre of Halicarnassus, built in the 2nd century BC, had an original seating capacity of some 10,000 but at present accommodates is limited to 4,000.
Keywords: antiquities, Greek, Roman, architecture, archeology, historic, heritage, amphitheatre, stone seating, cavea, orchestra

PMR-D8473
Turkey, Bodrum: sea vista from a bay close to the port, popular for swimming.
Keywords: Halicarnassus, anchorage, sailing boats, islands

PMR-D8472
Turkey, Bodrum: action shot of a young man diving into the sea.
Keywords: water sport, swimming

PMR-D8471
Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: view of the harbour and town hall from the hill dominated by the Monastery Agios Savvas. Saint Savvas is the patron saint of the island.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, port, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese

PMR-D8470
Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: panoramic view of the town and harbour from the hill dominated by the Monastery Agios Savvas. Saint Savvas is the patron saint of the island.
Keywords: picturesque, port, panorama, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese

PMR-D8469
Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: panoramic view of the town and harbour from the hill dominated by the Monastery Agios Savvas. Saint Savvas is the patron saint of the island.
Keywords: picturesque, port, panorama, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese

PMR-D8468
Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: panoramic view of the town and harbour from the hill dominated by the Monastery Agios Savvas. Saint Savvas is the patron saint of the island.
Keywords: picturesque, port, panorama, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese

PMR-D8467
Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: the harbour, crowded with fishing boats and pleasure craft, overlooked by the mountainside with a giant Greek flag.
Keywords: picturesque, Dodecanese, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, panorama

PMR-D8466
Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: the harbour, crowded with fishing boats and pleasure craft, overlooked by the mountainside with a giant Greek flag.
Keywords: picturesque, Dodecanese, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, panorama

PMR-D8465
Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: lines of fishing boats along the quayside, overshadowed by the mountains.
Keywords: picturesque, port, panorama, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese

PMR-D8464
Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: the town, sheltering under the mountains, has grown up around the harbour.
Keywords: picturesque, port, panorama, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese

PMR-D8463
Greece, Island of Kalymnos, Pothia: approaching the port from the sea.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese

PMR-D8462
Greece, Island of Levitha: a secluded bay, only to be reached by sea, ideal for swimming, snorkeling and canoeing.
Keywords: picturesque, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese

PMR-D8461
Greece, Island of Levitha: a tiny, secluded beach with caves, no doubt used by the owners of the isolated house above.
Keywords: picturesque, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Dodecanese

PMR-D8460
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: colourful pleasure cruise boat returning from a trip.
Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, port, harbour

PMR-D8459
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: view of the bay and harbour from the road to Chora.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, port

PMR-D8458
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. The monastery bells under the cliff overhang.
Keywords: picturesque, whitewash, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8457
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. View of the coast through one of the monastery windows.
Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8456
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. View of the sheer cliffs on the adjacent coast, from the monastery.
Keywords: picturesque, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8455
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. View of the monastery from the stone stairway.
Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8454
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. View of the monastery from the stone stairway.
Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8453
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Prophet Elijah about 300 metres above the sea. It was built in 812-13 AD to house a revered icon, rescued from the plundered Monastery of Chozeba in Palestine. Eight storeys high, it has a maximum depth of only 5 metres. View of the monastery from the stone stairway.
Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8452
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Holy Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in a hollow of the precipitous cliffs of Mount Pro...
Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Chozoviotissa, architecture, heritage, historic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8451
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: dazzling whitewashed walls with a startling blue door, framed by vine leaves.
Keywords: picturesque, photogenic, colourful, alley, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8450
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical blue doorway with its contrasting plant pot.
Keywords: picturesque, photogenic, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8449
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: the whitewashed walls and double domes of an Orthodox church.
Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D8448
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with a houseware store displaying its wares .
Keywords: picturesque, church, alley, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8447
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with whitewashed houses and blue doors.
Keywords: picturesque, alley, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8446
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with the ancient fortified castle built by the Venetians in 1290 on a rocky outcrop, in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, alley, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades, taverna

PMR-D8445
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the colourful hilltop town.
Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley

PMR-D8444
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with a vivid overhanging bougainvilles.
Keywords: picturesque, whitewashed, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley, colourful

PMR-D8443
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical alleyway in the hilltop town, with one of the many street cafes.
Keywords: picturesque, taverna, colourful, alley, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8442
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with a vivid overhanging bougainvilles.
Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley, colourful

PMR-D8441
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with a vivid overhanging bougainvilles.
Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley, colourful

PMR-D8440
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical alleyway in the hilltop town, with one of the many tavernas.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, alley, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8439
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town.
Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley

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

PMR-D8437
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Chora: a typical street in the hilltop town, with whitewashed dwelling houses.
Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, alley

PMR-D8436
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: view of the bay and harbour from the road to Chora.
Keywords: picturesque, harbour, port, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8435
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: view of the bay and harbour from the road to Chora.
Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, port, harbour

PMR-D8434
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: view of the harbour with sailing ship "Bahriyeli A" in the distaance.
Keywords: picturesque, harbour, port, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8433
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: fishing boats moored at the quayside at sundown.
Keywords: picturesque, sunset, harbour, port, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8432
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: view of the bay and harbour from Moundoulia Hill, with Blue Star ferryboat embarking. Late afternoon.
Keywords: picturesque, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, port, harbour

PMR-D8431
Dwarf or Stemless Thistle (Cirsium acaule) on Amorgos, Cyclades Islands.
Keywords: nature, plants, phytography, botany, wild flowers

PMR-D8430
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the ancient settlement of Minoa which has been occupied since neolithic times. The name suggests that it was settled at one time by people from Crete. Graeco-Roman wall with part of a cistern on the left.
Keywords: Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, historic, heritage, archeology, ruins, excavations, Graeco-Roman

PMR-D8429
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the ancient settlement of Minoa which has been occupied since neolithic times. The name suggests that it was settled at one time by people from Crete. Remains of the main gateway from the Hellenistic period.
Keywords: Cyclades, Graeco-Roman, excavations, ruins, archeology, heritage, historic, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D8428
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the ancient settlement of Minoa which has been occupied since neolithic times. The name suggests that it was settled at one time by people from Crete. Well-preserved building from the Hellenistic period.
Keywords: Cyclades, Graeco-Roman, excavations, ruins, archeology, heritage, historic, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

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

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

PMR-D8425
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the ancient settlement of Minoa which has been occupied since neolithic times. The name suggests that it was settled at one time by people from Crete. Remains of Hellenistic temple wirh part of a statue of a robed figure.
Keywords: Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, historic, heritage, archeology, ruins, excavations, Graeco-Roman

PMR-D8424
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the ancient settlement of Minoa which has been occupied since neolithic times. The name suggests that it was settled at one time by people from Crete. Remains of Hellenistic temple wirh part of a statue of a robed figure.
Keywords: Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, historic, heritage, archeology, ruins, excavations, Graeco-Roman

PMR-D8423
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: view of the bay and harbour from Moundoulia Hill, with Blue Star ferryboat embarking.
Keywords: picturesque, harbour, port, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8422
Greece, Island of Amorgos, Katapola: fishing boats moored at the quayside.
Keywords: picturesque, harbour, port, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8421
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): an isolated, whitewashed Orthodox chapel on the cape, flying the Greek flag.
Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8420
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): an isolated, whitewashed Orthodox chapel on the cape, flying the local flags.
Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D8419
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256), Chora: a cat with kitten.
Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades, secluded, pets

PMR-D8418
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): an attractive, modern Orthodox chapel, built of variegated stone.
Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades, secluded, architecture

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

PMR-D8416
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): view of the neighbouring islets and an old windmill, from a luxuriant garden.
Keywords: picturesque, vista, secluded, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D8415
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256), Chora: the imposing Orthodox church with traditional blue dome.
Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades, secluded, architecture

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

PMR-D8413
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): view of neighbouring islets, with an old windmill in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, Cyclades, secluded, landscape

PMR-D8412
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): fishing boats moored at the quay at Mersini with the restaurant in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, secluded, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D8410
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): the bay and bathing beach at Mersini, with the road up to Chora on the far side.
Keywords: picturesque, sandy, secluded, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D8409
Greece, Island of Schoinoussa (pop. 256): the bay and bathing beach at Mersini, with the road up to Chora on the far side.
Keywords: picturesque, sandy, secluded, Cyclades, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D8408
Greece, Island of Paros: sailing ship returning from a day trip at Piso Livadi.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, boat, vessel

PMR-D8407
Greece, Island of Paros: artefacts made from marble from the ancient quarry at Marathi where up to 150,000 slaves were employed in Roman times. Parian marble was renowned for its high quality and it was used for many famous sculptures, including the Venus de Milo, Hermes, the Temple of Athena at Delphi and the Tomb of Napoleon. Its opacity was graded at 7 cm, compared with 1.5 cm for other marbles.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, geology, mining

PMR-D8406
Greece, Island of Paros: entrance to the ancient marble quarry at Marathi where up to 150,000 slaves were employed in Roman times. Parian marble was renowned for its high quality and it was used for many famous sculptures, including the Venus de Milo, Hermes, the Temple of Athena at Delphi and the Tomb of Napoleon. Its opacity was graded at 7 cm, compared with 1.5 cm for other marbles.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, geology, mining, underground

PMR-D8405
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: arched portico of a church with a view across the bay.
Keywords: Greek Islands, street scene, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque

PMR-D8404
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: vivid bougainvillea flowers in the old quarter.
Keywords: Greek Islands, street scene, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque

PMR-D8403
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: part of the tower of the ruined "Frankish Castle", built by the Venetians in the 13th century using stones from various Graeco-Roman edifices.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, historic, heritage, architecture, archeology

PMR-D8402
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: red hibiscus flower.
Keywords: Greek Islands, exotic, bloom, shrub, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful

PMR-D8401
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: the terrace of this dwelling offers views across the bay. Hibiscus shrub in the foreground.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque

PMR-D8400
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: the shady portico of a blue-domed church offers relief from the midday sun.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque

PMR-D8399
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley in the old quarter with two of the whitewashed, blue-domed Orthodox churches.
Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene

PMR-D8398
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: one of many blue-domed Orthodox churches in the old quarter.
Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene

PMR-D8397
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley in the old quarter with church facade and pink oleander flowers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, street scene, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque

PMR-D8396
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: one of many blue-domed Orthodox churches in the old quarter.
Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene

PMR-D8395
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley in the old quarter with overhanging bougainvillea flowers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene

PMR-D8394
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley in the old quarter with overhanging bougainvillea flowers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene

PMR-D8393
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: church bells with a vivid bush of bougainvillea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Paroikia, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque

PMR-D8392
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: colourful flowers of the Chinese Trumpet Vine (Campsis grandiflora) or (Bignonia campsis)
Keywords: Greek Islands, botanical, exotic, bloom, Paroikia, Hellas, Cyclades

PMR-D8391
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley, overhung with flowering shrubs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, culture

PMR-D8390
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: play of light and shadow on the whitewashed stone steps in a private house.
Keywords: Greek Islands, culture, picturesque, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, photogenic

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

PMR-D8388
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: Panagia Ekatontapiliani ("Church with 100 doors") dates back to 326 AD and comprises two chapels and a baptistery in addition to the principal church. It is one othe leading pilgrimage churches in the Aegean. Bells over the main gate.
Keywords: Greek Islands, heritage, historic, Panagia Katapoliani, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene

PMR-D8387
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley in the old quarter.
Keywords: Greek Islands, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, street scene

PMR-D8386
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: a typical alley with cafe stools, overhung with flowering shrubs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, colourful, picturesque

PMR-D8385
Greece, Island of Paros. Parikia: Blue Star ferry "Naxos" entering the harbour.
Keywords: Greek Islands, liner, ship, vessel, boat, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia

PMR-D8384
Greece, Island of Paros, Piso Livadi: Orthodox church with traditional blue dome, near the harbour.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, architecture

PMR-D8383
Greece, Island of Paros, Piso Livadi: colourful fishing boat moored to the quay.
Keywords: Greek Islands, craft, vessel, harbour, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades

PMR-D8382
Greece, Island of Paros, Piso Livadi: open-air restaurant on the sandy beach with pleasure boats moored in the harbour in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, sunbathing, swimming, paddling, bathing, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, bay

PMR-D8381
Greece, Island of Paros, Piso Livadi: the sandy beach with moored pleasure boats and overlooking hotels.
Keywords: Greek Islands, sunbathing, swimming, paddling, bathing, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, harbour, bay

PMR-D8380
Greece, Island of Paros, Piso Livadi: a fisherman and his cat on the quayside.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Paroikia, angler, sleeping cat, hatchback

PMR-D8379
Greece, Island of Paros: sailing ship "Bahriyeli A" at Piso Livadi.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, boat, vessel, wooden

PMR-D8378
Greece, Island of Naxos: Orthodox church with belltower in Naxos port.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Byzantine, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, architecture, historic, heritage, culture

PMR-D8377
Greece, Island of Naxos: colourful bougainvillea flowers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, flora, botanical, shrubs, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8376
Greece, Island of Naxos: Orthodox church with belltower in Naxos port.
Keywords: Greek Islands, culture, heritage, historic, architecture, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, Byzantine

PMR-D8375
Greece, Island of Naxos: octopodes drying in the sun in Naxos port.
Keywords: Greek Islands, sealife, seafood, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8374
Greece, Island of Naxos: fishing boats in the port of Naxos with Chora and Kastro in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, picturesque, harbour, quayside

PMR-D8373
Greece, Island of Naxos: a church with a small settlement in the mountainous interior with a second church on the peak in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, landscape, panorama

PMR-D8372
Greece, Island of Naxos: a typical village in the interior.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, historic, heritage, landscape, panorama, settlement

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

PMR-D8370
Greece, Island of Naxos: interior of the Orthodox church in Apirathos, with its carved iconostasis and crystal chandelier.
Keywords: Greek Islands, heritage, historic, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8369
Greece, Island of Naxos: the Orthodox church in Apirathos with its high bell tower.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, historic, heritage, architecture

PMR-D8368
Greece, Island of Naxos: typical small Orthodox church on the outskirts of Apirathos.
Keywords: Greek Islands, architecture, heritage, historic, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8367
Greece, Island of Naxos: the town of Apirathos on the east side of the central mountains.
Keywords: Greek Islands, panorama, landscape, heritage, historic, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8366
Greece, Island of Naxos: approaching the town of Apirathos.
Keywords: Greek Islands, panorama, landscape, heritage, historic, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8365
Greece, Island of Naxos: the tortuous road winding through the central mountains of the island.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, historic, heritage, landscape, panorama

PMR-D8364
Greece, Island of Naxos: an ancient Hellenic watchtower, "Pirgos Himarou", probably dating back to the 2nd-4th century BC.. Originally it had four floors, connected by a spiral stone staircase, part of which remains. The tower is under long term renovation and reconstruction.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, historic, heritage, culture, Drosiani, architecture, archeology

PMR-D8363
Greece, Island of Naxos: an ancient Hellenic watchtower, "Pirgos Himarou", probably dating back to the 2nd-4th century BC.. Originally it had four floors, connected by a spiral stone staircase, part of which remains. The tower is under long term renovation and reconstruction.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, historic, heritage, culture, Drosiani, architecture, archeology

PMR-D8362
Greece, Island of Naxos: an old dwelling with slate roof standing near the ancient watch tower "Pirgos Himarou".
Keywords: Greek Islands, architecture, culture, heritage, historic, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8361
Griffon Vulture (Gyps fulvus) on the island of Naxos in the Cyclades.
Keywords: nature, European Vulture, carrion eaters, birds of prey, wildlife, ornithology, birds

PMR-D8360
Greece, Island of Naxos, Moni: Panagia Drasiani, an ancient church in Byzantine style on the outskirts of Moni, contains frescos dating from the seventh century.
Keywords: Greek Islands, early Christian, architecture, Drosiani, culture, heritage, historic, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8359
Greece, Island of Naxos, Moni: Panagia Drasiani, an ancient church in Byzantine style on the outskirts of Moni, contains frescos dating from the seventh century.
Keywords: Greek Islands, early Christian, architecture, Drosiani, culture, heritage, historic, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8358
Greece, Island of Naxos: .roll cloud, formed by the "Meltemi" wind blowing from the north, on the mountains.
Keywords: Greek Islands, culture, heritage, historic, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas, panorama, meteorology, cloud formations

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D8352
Greece, Island of Naxos: much of the island is covered by barren mountains of volcanic origin.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, historic, geology, infertile

PMR-D8351
Greece, Island of Naxos: much of the island is covered by barren mountains of volcanic origin.
Keywords: Greek Islands, infertile, geology, historic, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8350
Greece, Island of Naxos: Portara or lintel of the unfinished Temple of Apollo on the islet of Palatia. Work was begun in 530 BC by the tyrant Lygdamis with the intention of making it the largest temple in Greece, but the plan proved too ambitious.
Keywords: Greek Islands, ruin, archeology, culture, heritage, historic, architecture, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

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

PMR-D8348
Greece, Island of Naxos: Portara or lintel of the unfinished Temple of Apollo on the islet of Palatia. Work was begun in 530 BC by the tyrant Lygdamis with the intention of making it the largest temple in Greece, but the plan proved too ambitious.
Keywords: Greek Islands, ruin, archeology, culture, heritage, historic, architecture, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8347
Greece, Island of Naxos: rough seas wash the causeway which joins the islet of Palatia to the main island.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Cyclades, architecture, historic, heritage, culture

PMR-D8346
Greece, Island of Naxos: heavy seas pound the shore of the outlying settlements of Naxos city.
Keywords: Greek Islands, culture, heritage, historic, architecture, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8345
Greece, Island of Naxos: the town of Naxos (population 7,000+) is expanding to the north west. The island is the largest of the Cyclades.
Keywords: Greek Islands, culture, heritage, historic, architecture, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8344
Greece, Island of Naxos: fishing boats in the harbour of Naxos, with the town and Kastro in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, colourful, culture, heritage, historic, architecture, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

PMR-D8343
Greece, Island of Naxos: sailing ship "Bahriyeli A" in Naxos harbour.
Keywords: Greek Islands, culture, heritage, historic, architecture, Cyclades, island hopping, Hellas

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

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

PMR-D8340
Greece, Island of Naxos: Blue Star ferry "Delos" leaving the harbour of Naxos.
Keywords: Greek Islands, liner, ship, Hellas, island hopping, colourful, Cyclades

PMR-D8339
Greece, Island of Naxos: part of the settlement at Pyrgaki, in a bay on the west coast, with dramatic mountain-backdrop.
Keywords: Greek Islands, beach, landscape, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades

PMR-D8338
Greece, Island of Donoussa: the bay at Mersini, on the south coast with its small settlement.
Keywords: Greek Islands, panorama, bathing, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8337
Greece, Island of Donoussa: the bay at Mersini, on the south coast, with the small beach and settlement beyond.
Keywords: Greek Islands, panorama, bathing, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8336
Greece, Island of Donoussa: one of many, small, Orthodox churches, carefully painted in individual colours.
Keywords: Greek Islands, architecture, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8335
Greece, Island of Donoussa, Mersini: attractive dwelling on the hillside, with bougainvillea and old windmill adjoining.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8334
Greece, Island of Donoussa: the sandy beach at Mersini, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, bathing, sunbathing, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8333
Greece, Island of Donoussa: sailing ship "Bahriyeli A" in the bay at Mersini, on the south coast, with fishing boat in the foreground.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boats, yachts, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8332
Greece, Island of Donoussa: fishing boats moored to the quay at Mersini, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boats, yachts, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8331
Greece, Island of Donoussa: the bay at Mersini, on the south coast, with fishing boats in the foreground.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boats, yachts, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8330
Greece, Island of Donoussa: sailing ship "Bahriyeli A" moored to the quay at Mersini, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, sailing boats, yachts, colourful, Cyclades, Donousa

PMR-D8329
Greece, Island of Levitha (population 10): a yacht, moored in the bay, by the light of the advancing sunset.
Keywords: Dodecanese, yachts, sailing boats, Lebinthos, Lebinthus, picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D8328
Greece, Island of Levitha (population 10): ancient Greek carved burial stone.(Anaxofan..?) found on the island.
Keywords: Dodecanese, historic, archeology, antiquity, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, Lebinthus, Lebinthos

PMR-D8327
Greece, Island of Levitha (population 10): a sheltered bay provides refuge for small craft from the Meltemi wind.
Keywords: Dodecanese, colourful, yachts, sailing boats, Lebinthos, Lebinthus, picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D8326
Greece, Island of Cos: perforated rocks on the south coast of the island, in the light of dawn.
Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, cliffs, silhouette, natural hole, natural arch

PMR-D8325
Greece, Island of Cos: perforated rocks on the south coast of the island, in the light of dawn.
Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, cliffs, silhouette, natural hole, natural arch

PMR-D8324
Greece, Island of Cos: the sandy beach at Kefalos, on the south-west end of the island.
Keywords: Dodecanese, sunshades, sunbathing, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D8323
Greece, Island of Cos: the sandy beach at Kefalos, on the south-west end of the island.
Keywords: Dodecanese, sunshades, sunbathing, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D8322
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: departing view of two churches on the promontory, with the promenade below.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D8321
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: departing view of the clocktower and town, with a sailing boat in the foreground.
Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D8320
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: departing view of the clocktower and town, reflected in the blue water.
Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D8319
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses with diverse facades, clustered round the harbour, are reflected in the water.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D8318
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: a handsome, domed, Orthodox church commands the harbour from on high.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D8317
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: the clocktower on the quayside, built around 1880, reflected in the water of the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D8316
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: the clocktower on the quayside, built around 1880, is a landmark for the water-borne traffic.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D8315
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses with diverse facades, clustered round the harbour, are reflected in the water.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D8314
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses with diverse facades, clustered round the harbour, are reflected in the water.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D8313
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: clocktower on the quayside reflected in the water in early light.
Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D8312
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: sailing boats, moored on the quay, overlooked by classical houses on the hillside.
Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D8311
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: ferry "Panagia Skiadeni" of Dodekanisos Seaways leaving the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D8310
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses with diverse facades clustered round the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D8309
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses with diverse facades clustered round the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, picturesque, architecture, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D8308
Turkey, Marmoris: pleasure boats moored in the harbour with the town and wooded hills in the background.
Keywords: port, colourful, picturesque, boats, yachts, marina, holiday resort, harbour

PMR-D8307
Turkey, Marmoris: pleasure boats moored in the harbour with the town and wooded hills in the background.
Keywords: port, colourful, picturesque, boats, yachts, marina, holiday resort, harbour

PMR-D8306
Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum.
Keywords: port, culture, crenellations, fortress, historic, heritage, colourful, picturesque, boats, yachts, marina, holiday resort, harbour

PMR-D8305
Turkey, Marmoris: sailing ship "Bahriyeli A" moored in the harbour with the town and castle in the background.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D8304
Turkey, Marmoris: Pleasure boats moored in the harbour with the promenade and castle in the background.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D8303
Turkey, Marmoris: sailing ships moored in the harbour with the town and castle in the background.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D8302
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tützing: the twin towers of St. Joseph's Church, the onion dome of the Church of St Peter and St. Paul, and the yacht harbour, from Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, landscape, marina

PMR-D8301
Germany, Upper Bavaria: colourful yacht on Lake Starnberg reflected in the water.
Keywords: picturesque, sailing, dinghy, placid, calm, sails

PMR-D8300
Germany, Upper Bavaria: colourful yacht on Lake Starnberg with the Alps in the background
Keywords: picturesque, sailing, dinghy, placid, calm, sails, mountains

PMR-D8299
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lake Starnberg: the catamaran MS Starnberg was introduced into service in 2004 and is the flagship of Bayerische Seenschifffahrt.
Keywords: picturesque, calm, placid, pleasure cruiser, ship, boat

PMR-D8298
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: Villa Scheuermann, a neo-Renaissance building in the style of a castle, built for Ludwig Scheuerman in 1888-9, now stands in the Kurpark, on the promenade of Lake Ammersee.
Keywords: picturesque, park, flower gardens, architecture, vista, tower

PMR-D8297
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Herrsching: Villa Scheuermann, a neo-Renaissance building in the style of a castle, built for Ludwig Scheuermann in 1888-9, now stands in the Kurpark, on the promenade of Lake Ammersee.
Keywords: picturesque, park, flower gardens, architecture, vista, tower

PMR-D8296
Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: the Ducal Museum, in Neo-Renaissance style, built in the 19th century, is a trust of the Friedenstein Palace, and has displays of Egyptian art, Greek and Roman art and Renaissance paintings.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture

PMR-D8295
Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: north front of Friedenstein Palace (Schloss) built in 1656 in Baroque style by Ernest I, Duke of Saxe-Gotha. It is now home to several museums.
Keywords: architecture, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR-D8294
Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: originally built as a bourse between 1566 and 1574, this fine Renaissance building has been used as the Town Hall (Rathaus) since 1665. Between 1640 and 1646 it was the residence of the newly created Duke Ernest I of Sachsen, Gotha and Altenburg. The ducal arms over the entry portal are a masterpiece of the German Renaissance.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D8293
Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: Brühl (Street) contains some noteworthy building including the Maria-Magdalena Hospital, founded in 1223 (building on the right).
Keywords: architecture, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR-D8292
Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: originally built as a bourse between 1566 and 1574, this fine Renaissance building has been used as the Town Hall (Rathaus) since 1665. Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: originally built as a bourse between 1566 and 1574, this fine Renaissance building has been used as the Town Hall (Rathaus) since 1665. Between 1640 and 1646 it was the residence of the newly created Duke Ernest I of Sachsen, Gotha and Altenburg.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D8291
Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: facades on the Market Place (Hauptmarkt) from the terrace of Palace Hill.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR-D8290
Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: originally built as a bourse between 1566 and 1574, this fine Renaissance building has been used as the Town Hall (Rathaus) since 1665. The tower is 35 metres high and the look-out gallery can be visited by the public.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D8289
Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: view of the Market Place (Hauptmarkt) and tower of the Town Hall (Rathaus) from the terrace of Palace Hill.
Keywords: architecture, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR-D8288
Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: courtyard and west pavilion and wing of Friedenstein Palace (Schloss) built in 1656 in Baroque style by Ernest I, Duke of Saxe-Gotha. It is now home to several museums.
Keywords: architecture, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR-D8287
Germany, Thuringia, Gotha: west pavilion and wing of Friedenstein Palace (Schloss) built in 1656 in Baroque style by Ernest I, Duke of Saxe-Gotha. It is now home to several museums.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR-D8286
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: a row of handsome timber frame facades on Marktstrasse (Market Street).
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR-D8285
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Hotel Alte Münze, dating back to 1509, was originally the town's mint. In the background further timber frame buildings in the Münzstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR-D8284
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: a row of timber frame houses on Breite Strasse, with the Hotel zum Breiten Tor in the foreground
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR-D8283
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Breites Tor ("Wide Gate"), built in 1443, with the "Zwinger", or complementary defence tower (1517). Once, one of the most strongly defended gates in the country, much of the fortification has been demolished, including the outer gate with its own defence towers.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR-D8282
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Breite Strasse, seen through the Breites Tor ("Wide Gate"), built in 1443, In a niche over the door is the figure of an emperor over the Goslar eagle.
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR-D8281
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Breites Tor ("Wide Gate"), built in 1443, with the "Zwinger", or complementary defence tower (1517). Once, one of the most strongly defended gates in the country, much of the fortification has been demolished, including the outer gate with its own defence towers.
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR-D8280
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Breites Tor ("Wide Gate"), built in 1443, at the end of the Breite Strasse, lined with old timber frame houses.
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR-D8279
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: St, Annenhaus, the oldest completely preserved timber frame building in the town, dates from 1488, when it was a hospital.
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR-D8278
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: timber frame houses line both sides of this cobbled street.
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR-D8277
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Market Place (Marktplatz) with the Golden Eagle fountain in the foreground..
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR-D8276
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Gothic Rathaus (Town Hall) dates from 1450 and faces the Marktplatz with its five arcades. On the second floor are lavishly furnished council chambers.
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR-D8275
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: tower of Romanesque Market Church of St. Cosmos and St. Damien, completed in 1150 and later extended, with timber frame buildings in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque, metropolis

PMR-D8274
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Grosses Heiliges Kreuz was built in 1254 as a hospice which offered rooms for the night to pilgrims and other travellers. Part of the building is still used as an old people's home.
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR-D8273
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View of the Great Hall, with equestrian statues of Kaiser Wilhelm I and Kaiser Friedrich 1 Barbarossa..
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, medieval, mediaeval, colourful, national heritage, historic, culture, picturesque

PMR-D8272
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View of the central segment of the Great Hall, and stone belvedere.
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR-D8271
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View of the Great Hall, with equestrian statues of Kaiser Wilhelm I and Kaiser Friedrich 1 Barbarossa..
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, UNESCO

PMR-D8270
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View of the equestrian statues of Kaiser Wilhelm I and Kaiser Friedrich 1 Barbarossa in front of the Great Hall.
Keywords: architecture, UNESCO, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR-D8269
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: timber-framed St. John's Church (Johanniskirche) was built 1661-63 on the orders of August the Younger of Brauschweig-Wolfenbüttel. View from the east, with the former cemetery in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8268
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: timber-framed St. John's Church (Johanniskirche) was built 1661-63 on the orders of August the Younger of Brauschweig-Wolfenbüttel. View of the massive west front.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8267
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the former Orphanage (Waisenhaus), endowed in 1698 by Duchess Elisabeth Juliane with building completed in 1704. From 1753 to 1878 it was the ducal teacher training college.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8266
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the house of writer Gotthold Ephraim Lessing when he was librarian at the Herzog August Bibliotek.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic, literature, author

PMR-D8265
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the former Arsenal (Zeughaus), built 1613-19 in Renaissance style by Paul Francke, head builder to the duke, now houses part of the book collection of the Herzog August Library.
Keywords: picturesque, literature, culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8264
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the ancient half-timbered granary (Kornspeicher) awaits a suitable purpose in the modern world.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8263
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: Herzog August Bibliothek or Biblioteca Augusta is one of the world's most important libraries. Founded in1572, by the time of the 17th century it was the largest library north of the Alps. It contains over 900,000 books and 11,500 manuscripts which have survived the turbulent centuries intact. Famous librarians include Gottfried Wilhelm Leibnitz and Gotthold Ephraim Lessing.
Keywords: picturesque, volumes, collections, incunabula, literature, culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8262
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the ancient half-timbered granary (Kornspeicher) awaits a suitable purpose in the modern world.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8261
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a handsome block of timber framed dwellings near the centre of town.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8260
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: facades reflected in a branch of the River Oker, in "Little Venice".
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8259
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of private dwellings in the centre of town with fine timber-frame facades.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8258
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a handsome block of timber-framed houses containing shops, in the Lange Herzogstrasse.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8257
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a street cafe in the Market Square (Stadtplatz) offers fine views of the timber-framed houses.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8256
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a street cafe in the Market Square (Stadtplatz) offers fine views of the timber-framed houses. Germany, Niedersachsen, WolfenbÃ¼ttel: a street cafe in the Market Square (Stadtplatz) offers fine views of the timber-framed houses.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8255
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: colourful Renaissance facades line the Market Square (Stadtplatz) with the monument to Duke Augustus the Younger in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8254
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: one timber-framed house after another line the cobbled Krumme Strasse.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8253
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: one timber-framed house after another line the cobbled Krumme Strasse, with the spire of St. Petrus' church in the background. Germany, Niedersachsen, WolfenbÃ¼ttel: one timber-framed house after another line the cobbled Krumme Strasse, with the spire of St. Petrus' church in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8252
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: one timber-framed house after another line the cobbled Krumme Strasse, with the spire of St. Petrus' church in the background. Germany, Niedersachsen, WolfenbÃ¼ttel: one timber-framed house after another line the cobbled Krumme Strasse, with the spire of St. Petrus' church in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8251
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: one timber-framed house after another line the cobbled Krumme Strasse, with the spire of St. Petrus' church in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8250
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a timber-frame house on the corner of Harzstrasse and Fischerstrasse. Germany, Niedersachsen, WolfenbÃ¼ttel: a timber-frame house on the corner of Harzstrasse and Fischerstrasse.
Keywords: culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8249
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the Lessing Theatre was opened in 1909 with a performance of "Nathan der Weise" by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. Between 2007 and 2013 it was closed for radical reconstruction work, so that only the facade is original. Germany, Niedersachsen, WolfenbÃ¼ttel: the Lessing Theatre was opened in 1909 with a performance of "Nathan der Weise" by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. Between 2007 and 2013 it was closed for radical reconstruction work, so that only the facade is original.
Keywords: culture, architecture, heritage, historic, drama, stage

PMR-D8248
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of diverse facades on Kreuzstrasse.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture

PMR-D8247
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of diverse facades on the outskirts of the town
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8246
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: timber-frame houses on the outskirts of the town.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8245
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: timber-frame houses on Kanzleistrasse.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8244
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: Mariakirche (Hauptkirche Beatae Mariae Virginis), a Lutheran church, built 1608-1751, was the first Protestant church to be built in Germany. A Gothic-Baroque hybrid.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8243
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: timber-frame house at Michael-Praetorius-Platz 8.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8242
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: Cafe Richter am Schlüter-Eck, facing the Holzmarkt (Wood Market).
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8241
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of timber-framed houses facing the Holzmarkt (Wood Market).
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8240
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: Trinity Church (Trinitatiskirche), built in the late 18th century, in the Holzmarkt (Wood Market).
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8239
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of timber-frame houses facing the Holzmarkt (Wood Market) with part of the Trinitatis Church on the right.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8238
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a continuous row of handsome timber-frame buildings in the Kornmarkt.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8237
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of superb timber-frame buildings in the Market Square (Stadtplatz).
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8236
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of superb timber-frame buildings in the Market Square (Stadtplatz) with the Town Hall (Rathaus) at the far end.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8235
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: monument to Duke Augustus the Younger in the Market Place (Stadtmarkt).
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic, statue

PMR-D8234
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a row of old burgher houses in the centre of the town.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8233
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: timber-frame burgher houses in the Market Place (Stadtmarkt) with the Town Hall (Rathaus) on the right.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8232
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: Bankhaus C.L. Seeliger in Lange Herzogstrasse was built in 1586, the first stone-built house in the town, originally a pharmacy.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, architecture, heritage, historic

PMR-D8231
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: a timber-framed bridge connects the building opposite.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8230
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: street fountains help to keep cool: timber-frame houses on Krambuden (Street).
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, culture

PMR-D8229
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the Castle or Palace (Schloss) dates back to1074 but acquired its present Baroque facade in 1714-6 from architect Hermann Korb. The statues, by Austrian Franz Finck, are from the same period.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, architecture, culture, historic

PMR-D8228
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the Castle or Palace (Schloss) dates back to1074 but acquired its present Baroque facade in 1714-6 from architect Hermann Korb. The statues, by Austrian Franz Finck, are from the same period.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, architecture, culture, historic

PMR-D8227
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the Castle or Palace (Schloss) dates back to1074 but acquired its present Baroque facade in 1714-6 from architect Hermann Korb. The statues, by Austrian Franz Finck, are from the same period. Part of the inner courtyard.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, heritage, architecture, culture, historic

PMR-D8226
Germany, Niedersachsen, Wolfenbüttel: the Castle or Palace (Schloss) dates back to1074 but acquired its present Baroque facade in 1714-6 from architect Hermann Korb. The statues, by Austrian Franz Finck, are from the same period. Oblique view of the facade and statues.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, architecture, culture, historic

PMR-D8225
Denmark, Odense: the home of Hans Christian Andersen (left) on the corner of Hans Jensens Straede and Bangs Boder in the old quarter.
Keywords: street scene, cobbled street, colourful, historic, heritage, picturesque, culture, architecture

PMR-D8224
Denmark, Odense: colourful facades and cobbled roadway on Ramsherred in the old quarter.
Keywords: street scene, historic, heritage, picturesque, culture, architecture

PMR-D8223
Denmark, Odense: colourful facades and cobbled roadway on Ramsherred in the old quarter.
Keywords: street scene, historic, heritage, picturesque, culture, architecture

PMR-D8222
Denmark, Odense: colouful facades and cobbled roadway in the old quarter.
Keywords: street scene, architecture, culture, picturesque, heritage, historic

PMR-D8221
Denmark, Odense: red brick building dated 1636 on Norregade.
Keywords: historic, heritage, culture, architecture

PMR-D8220
Denmark, Odense: St. Hans Church or St. Johns Church (Sct.Hans Kirke) on Norregade was built by the Knights Hospitaller in the13th century, but was rebuilt in Gothic style in 1636.
Keywords: historic, heritage, culture, architecture, red brick, mediaeval

PMR-D8219
Denmark, Odense: St. Hans Church or St. Johns Church (Sct.Hans Kirke) on Norregade was built by the Knights Hospitaller in the13th century, but was rebuilt in Gothic style in 1636. East window and step gable.
Keywords: historic, heritage, culture, architecture, red brick, mediaeval

PMR-D8218
Denmark, Odense: timber-frame houses in the old quarter.
Keywords: street scene, architecture, culture, picturesque, heritage, historic, colourful, mediaeval

PMR-D8217
Denmark, Odense: timber-frame houses, with Restaurant Oluf Bagers Gard (yellow facade) off Norregade, in the old quarter.
Keywords: Mediaeval, cobbled street, street scene, architecture, culture, picturesque, heritage, historic

PMR-D8216
Denmark, Odense: timber-frame houses, with Restaurant Oluf Bagers Gard (yellow facade) off Norregade, in the old quarter.
Keywords: historic, cobbled street, street scene, architecture, culture, picturesque, heritage

PMR-D8215
Denmark, Odense: timber-frame houses in the old quarter.
Keywords: colourful, street scene, architecture, culture, picturesque, heritage, historic

PMR-D8214
Denmark, Odense: Town Hall Square (Flakhaven).
Keywords: street scene, culture, architecture

PMR-D8213
Sweden, Öland Island: a woodpigeon surveys the fields from his perch on a prehistoric megalith.
Keywords: Scandinavia, history, standing stone, culture, birds, ornithology

PMR-D8212
Sweden, Öland Island: built in 1844-5, the lighthouse "Lange Erik" is 32 metres high and stands on the northern tip of the island. In the foreground the broken coastline, a feeding place for migrating wading birds.
Keywords: Scandinavia, unspoilt, conservation, countryside, ecology, biotope, nature, beacon

PMR-D8211
Sweden, Öland Island, Lerkaka: three of the 350 surviving windmills on the island. At one time there were more than 2000 windmills, when every farm had its own.
Keywords: Scandinavia, historic, heritage, veteran, corn-milling, flour-milling

PMR-D8210
Sweden, Öland Island, Lerkaka: two of the 350 surviving windmills on the island. At one time there were more than 2000 windmills, when every farm had its own.
Keywords: Scandinavia, historic, heritage, veteran, corn-milling, flour-milling

PMR-D8209
Sweden, Öland Island, Lerkaka: three of the 350 surviving windmills on the island. At one time there were more than 2000 windmills, when every farm had its own.
Keywords: Scandinavia, historic, heritage, veteran, corn-milling, flour-milling

PMR-D8208
Sweden, Öland Island: built in 1844-5, the lighthouse "Lange Erik" is 32 metres high and stands on the northern tip of the island. In the foreground, some of the natural flora.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, beacon, plants

PMR-D8207
Sweden, Öland Island: built in 1844-5, the lighthouse "Lange Erik" is 32 metres high and stands on the northern tip of the island. In summer visitors can climb up to the viewing platform.
Keywords: Scandinavia, reflections, beacon, architecture

PMR-D8206
Sweden, Öland Island: built in 1844-5, the lighthouse "Lange Erik" is 32 metres high and stands on the northern tip of the island. In summer visitors can climb up to the viewing platform.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, beacon

PMR-D8205
Sweden, Öland Island: the "enchanted forest", a confusion of wind-twisted oaks and pine trees in Trollskogen nature reserve on the northern tip of the island..
Keywords: Scandinavia, unspoilt, countryside, ecology, biotope, conservation, trees, woods

PMR-D8204
Sweden, Öland Island: the "enchanted forest", a confusion of wind-twisted oaks and pine trees in Trollskogen nature reserve on the northern tip of the island..
Keywords: Scandinavia, unspoilt, countryside, ecology, biotope, conservation, trees, woods

PMR-D8203
Sweden, Öland Island: one of the 900-year-old oaks in Trollskogen nature reserve on the northern tip of the island..
Keywords: Scandinavia, biotope, ecology, trees, woods, countryside, conservation

PMR-D8202
Sweden, Öland Island: the lighthouse "Lange Jan" stands on the southern tip of the island, where a bird station rings and monitors the flow of migrant birds in spring and autumn.
Keywords: architecture, beacon, Scandinavia

PMR-D8201
Sweden, Öland Island: the lighthouse "Lange Jan" stands on the southern tip of the island, where a bird station rings and monitors the flow of migrant birds in spring and autumn.
Keywords: architecture, beacon, Scandinavia

PMR-D8200
Sweden, Smaland, Kalmar: the castle and moat originally date back to the 12th century, but in 1891 a reconstruction was completed to the shape of a Renaissance castle according to plans of architect Carl Möller. The Kalmar Union, between Denmark, Norway and Sweden, was signed here in 1397.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, defence, fortifications, Scandinavia, reflections

PMR-D8199
Sweden, Smaland, Kalmar: the castle and moat originally date back to the 12th century, but in 1891 a reconstruction was completed to the shape of a Renaissance castle according to plans of architect Carl Möller. The Kalmar Union, between Denmark, Norway and Sweden, was signed here in 1397.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, defence, fortifications, Scandinavia, reflections

PMR-D8198
Sweden, Smaland, Kalmar: the centre of the town is architecturally well endowed.
Keywords: architecture, street scene, Scandinavia

PMR-D8197
Sweden, Smaland, Kalmar: the Old Water Tower, built 1897-1900 was in use until 1972, but now contains residential apartments.
Keywords: architecture, reflections, redbrick, Scandinavia

PMR-D8196
Norway, Hordaland, Hardanger Fjord in the mist, with mountains as background.
Keywords: Scandinavia, scenic, landscape, nature, fjord, isolated

PMR-D8195
Norway, Hordaland, Hardanger Fjord under overcast skies, with mountains as background.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, scenic, landscape, nature, fjord, isolated, dramatic, light and shade

PMR-D8194
Norway, Hordaland, Hardanger Fjord under overcast skies, with mountains as background.
Keywords: Scandinavia, light and shade, dramatic, picturesque, scenic, landscape, nature, fjord, isolated

PMR-D8193
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. Approaching the quay by sea, with a view of the town in the background.
Keywords: Scandinavia, port, panorama, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque, reflections

PMR-D8192
Norway, Hordaland, approaching Nordhordaland Bridge which traverses the Salhusfjorden. Completed in 1994 at a cost of NOK 910 million, it consists of a suspension bridge of 368 meztres length, and a pontoon bridge of 1246 Metres.
Keywords: Scandinavia, fjord, picturesque, construction, engineering, stress

PMR-D8191
Norway, Hordaland, close-up of the church and houses in the village of Modalen, at the end of the Osterfjord.
Keywords: Scandinavia, isolated, fjord, countryside, nature, landscape, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D8190
Norway, Hordaland, approaching the village of Modalen, at the end of the Osterfjord.
Keywords: Scandinavia, isolated, fjord, countryside, nature, landscape, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D8189
Norway, Hordaland, approaching the narrow Mostraumen Strait, at the end of the Osterfjord.
Keywords: Scandinavia, countryside, nature, landscape, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D8188
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Mexican sail training barque, Cuauhtémoc, named after the last Aztec emperor, in Bergen for the "Tall Ships" race. She was built in 1982 in Bilbao, and has a displacement of 1800 tons.
Keywords: Scandinavia, vessel, boat, picturesque, historic, heritage, mercantile, port

PMR-D8187
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. Western suburbs of the city are spreading up the wooded flanks of Mount Floyen, as seen from the water.
Keywords: Scandinavia, urban spread, development, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, port

PMR-D8186
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. Hakon's Hall was originally built by King Hakon Hakonsson between 1247 and 1261 but was virtually rebuilt at the end of the 19th century.
Keywords: Scandinavia, Gothic, step-gables, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, architecture

PMR-D8185
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Norwegian two-masted sailing ship "Loyal", moored in the harbour.
Keywords: Scandinavia, maritime, vessel, boat, picturesque, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, port

PMR-D8184
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Bergen's famous view: a row ofcolourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen).
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port, UNESCO

PMR-D8183
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Bergen's famous view: a row ofcolourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen).
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port, UNESCO

PMR-D8182
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: a high-speed catamaran offers daily cruises to the Osterfjord.
Keywords: Scandinavia, vessel, boat, colourful, pleasure trips, harbour, port

PMR-D8181
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The Sailors' Monument in Torgallmenningen Place was conceived by sculptor Dyre Vaa and unveiled in 1950. The twelve statues commemorate Norwegian sailors since Viking times. In front, a "wine-bottle musician" is giving a recital.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, panorama, port

PMR-D8179
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Bergen's famous view: a row ofcolourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen).
Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8178
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. Historic buildings in the old town.
Keywords: Scandinavia, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port

PMR-D8177
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Bergen's famous view: a row ofcolourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen).
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port, UNESCO

PMR-D8176
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Bergen's famous view: a row ofcolourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen).
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port, UNESCO

PMR-D8175
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Brick gable facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) dated 1904, now devoted to tourist shops.
Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8174
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Bergen's famous view: a row ofcolourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen).
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port, UNESCO

PMR-D8173
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Colourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen), with St. Mary's Church behind.
Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8172
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Facade with clock on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen).
Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

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

PMR-D8170
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Colourful facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen).
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, port, UNESCO

PMR-D8169
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Facades on the quayside (C. Sundts gate) facing the harbour (Vagen).
Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8168
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires.
Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8167
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. Inscription on a stone storehouse states that it was built in 1666 to the orders of merchant Dirich Wolpman.
Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8166
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires. A stone storehouse built in 1666 to the orders of merchant Dirich Wolpman, according to the inscription over the door.
Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8165
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires.
Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8164
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. The quarter known as "Tyskebryggen" (now "Bryggen") was largely occupied by German traders of the Hanseatic League which came in 1350. All of the wooden buildings have been reconstructed at some period after fires.
Keywords: Scandinavia, UNESCO, port, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8163
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. St. Mary's Church (Mariakirken) is the oldest surviving building in the city, having been completed around 1180. It was known as the "German Church" ("Tyskekirken") in the 15th century when a substantial part of the population was German. Romanesque side door.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic

PMR-D8162
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. St. Mary's Church (Mariakirken) is the oldest surviving building in the city, having been completed around 1180. It was known as the "German Church" ("Tyskekirken") in the 15th century when a substantial part of the population was German.
Keywords: Scandinavia, Romanesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture

PMR-D8161
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. View of the cruise ship quays in the harbour and the island of Sotra from Mount Floyen (319 metres).
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, panorama, port

PMR-D8160
Lesser Black-backed Gull (Larus fuscus) in Bergen, Norway.
Keywords: nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife, seagulls

PMR-D8159
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. View of the harbour (Vagen) and the Fish Market from Mount Floyen (319 metres).
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, panorama, port

PMR-D8158
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. View of the city and the island of Sotra from Mount Floyen (319 metres).
Keywords: Scandinavia, port, panorama, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8157
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. View of the harbour (Vagen) from Mount Floyen (319 metres).
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, panorama, port

PMR-D8156
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. View of the harbour (Vagen) from the Mount Floyen funicular.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, Hanseatic, commerce, mercantile, architecture, panorama, port

PMR-D8155
Norway, Hordaland, Bergen: Founded in the 11th century, the city was the ancient capital of the country and flourished as a centre of trade. 19th/20th century facades near the harbour.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, mercantile, commerce, Hanseatic, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8154
Norway, Hordaland, Voss: Vangskyrkja, the ancient stone church dating back to1277, was virtually the only building in Voss to survive the enemy bombing of 1940. View of the nave, with gallery and pulpit. The brass chandelier is Dutch, cast by Harbert van der Harst in1614.
Keywords: Scandinavia, carving, timber, architecture, mediaeval, heritage, historic

PMR-D8153
Norway, Hordaland, Voss: Vangskyrkja, the ancient stone church dating back to1277, was virtually the only building in Voss to survive the enemy bombing of 1940. The altar is surmounted by a Coptic triptych (wings missing) with a painting by Elias Figenschoug in the style of Rubens. The carved angel suspended from the roof carries the baptismal basin whic lowered for christenings.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, timber, font, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8152
Norway, Hordaland, Voss: Vangskyrkja, the ancient stone church dating back to1277, was virtually the only building in Voss to survive the enemy bombing of 1940. The ceiling was decorated with clouds and angels in 1696-98.
Keywords: Scandinavia, biblical, painting, fresco, historic, heritage, mediaeval

PMR-D8151
Norway, Hordaland, Voss: Vangskyrkja, the ancient stone church dating back to1277, was virtually the only building in Voss to survive the enemy bombing of 1940. The unusual octagonal wooden tower was probably added in the Middle Ages. The stone walls are between 4.5 and 7.5 feet thick.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval

PMR-D8150
Norway, Hordaland, Voss: Vangskyrkja, the ancient stone church dating back to1277, was virtually the only building in Voss to survive the enemy bombing of 1940. The unusual octagonal wooden tower was probably added in the Middle Ages. The stone walls are between 4.5 and 7.5 feet thick.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, mediaeval, heritage, historic, picturesque

PMR-D8149
Norway, Rogaland: approaching Voss, Route 13 passes along a steep-sided valley where a small bridge crosses the river.
Keywords: Scandinavia, landscape, scenic, picturesque, wild, countryside, nature

PMR-D8148
Norway, Rogaland: a wooded river valley near Nesflaten.
Keywords: Scandinavia, wild, granite, rocky, landscape, scenic, picturesque

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

PMR-D8146
Norway, Rogaland, Erfjord: view along the Erfjorden.
Keywords: Scandinavia, nature, countryside, fjord, landscape, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D8145
Norway, Rogaland: Erfjord Suspension Bridge, 294 metres long with three spans, was completed in 1963.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, scenic, landscape, fjord, construction , engineering, Rosebay Willowherb

PMR-D8144
Flowers of Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia) in western Norway.
Keywords: spring, plants, phytography, fragrant, botany, wild flowers, nature

PMR-D8143
Norway, Rogaland, Erfjord: jetty on the Erfjorden where the villagers' boats are usually moored.
Keywords: Scandinavia, waterside, landing stage, fjord

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

PMR-D8141
Norway, Rogaland: view of the Hogsfjorden near Vindsvik.
Keywords: Scandinavia, nature, countryside, Rosebay Willowherb, picturesque, scenic, landscape, fjord

PMR-D8140
Norway, Rogaland: view of the Hogsfjorden near Rodby.
Keywords: Scandinavia, fjord, landscape, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D8139
Norway, Rogaland: Lysefjord Suspension Bridge, 639 metres long, completed in 1997, seen from the Lauvvik-Oanes ferry.
Keywords: Scandinavia, engineering, construction, fjord, landscape, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D8138
Norway, Rogaland: an inlet of the Hogsfjorden, with bridge and boathouse (?)
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, scenic, landscape, fjord

PMR-D8136
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: St. Petri Church (Petrikirken), built of red-brick in 1866 by the architect Fritz von der Lippe.
Keywords: Scandinavia, colourful, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8135
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: recycled ships' fenders enjoy a new lease of life in a children's playground.
Keywords: Scandinavia, colourful, oil industry, port

PMR-D8134
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: ferryboat passing under the harbour suspension bridge with new housing development on the left, seen from the top of the Valberg Tower.
Keywords: Scandinavia, construction, engineering, port, oil industry, historic, architecture

PMR-D8133
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: the harbour suspension bridge, from the top of the Valberg Tower.
Keywords: Scandinavia, construction, engineering, port, oil industry, historic, architecture

PMR-D8132
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8131
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8130
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8129
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8128
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8126
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8125
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8124
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8123
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8122
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8121
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8120
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: restored wooden houses dating from the turn of the 18th/19th century were formerly the homes of fishermen, seamen and artisans. The old town, overlooking the west side of the harbour (Vagen) is preserved as a national heritage.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8119
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: reflections of the harbour waterfront, with the Valberg Tower rising above the rooftops.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8118
Norway, Rogaland, Stavanger: statue of Alexander L. Kielland, Norwegian playwright, in the market place, with the harbour in the background.
Keywords: Scandinavia, literature, monument, historic, oil industry, port, picturesque

PMR-D8113
Norway, Rogaland: peaceful scene with lakes and woodland on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes.
Keywords: Scandinavia, countryside, picturesque, landscape, scenery

PMR-D8112
Norway, Rogaland: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, scenery, striking, reflections, impressive

PMR-D8111
Norway, Vest-Agder, Magma Geopark: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, scenery, striking, reflections, impressive

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

PMR-D8109
Norway, Rogaland: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Jossingfjord, famous for the "Altmark Incident" and RAF Beaufighter attack on German warships in the 2WW.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, scenery, striking, reflections, impressive

PMR-D8108
Norway, Rogaland: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Jossingfjord, famous for the "Altmark Incident" and RAF Beaufighter attack on German warships in the 2WW.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, scenery, striking, reflections, impressive

PMR-D8107
Norway, Rogaland: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes. Jossingfjord, famous for the "Altmark Incident" and RAF Beaufighter attack on German warships in the 2WW.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, scenery, striking, reflections, impressive

PMR-D8106
Norway, Vest-Agder, Magma Geopark: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, scenery, striking, reflections, impressive

PMR-D8105
Norway, Vest-Agder, Magma Geopark: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes.
Keywords: Scandinavia, impressive, reflections, striking, scenery, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D8104
Norway, Vest-Agder, Magma Geopark: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes.
Keywords: Scandinavia, impressive, reflections, striking, scenery, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D8103
Norway, Vest-Agder, Magma Geopark: granite rocks provide dramatic scenery on the "North Sea Route", the coastal road between Flekkefjord and Sandnes.
Keywords: Scandinavia, impressive, reflections, striking, scenery, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D8102
Norway, Vest-Agder, Flekkefjord: the port caters for vessels large and small.
Keywords: Scandinavia, waterfront, harbour

PMR-D8101
Norway, Vest-Agder, Flekkefjord: the main shopping street is a pedestrian zone with green areas.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, streetscene

PMR-D8100
Norway, Vest-Agder, Flekkefjord: the town straddles the narrow sound which connects Flekkefjorden and Grisefjorden. View of the waterfront.
Keywords: Scandinavia, scenery, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D8099
Norway, Vest-Agder, Flekkefjord: colourful modern facades reflected in the waters of the harbour.
Keywords: Scandinavia, statue, scenery, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D8098
Norway, Vest-Agder, Flekkefjord: the town straddles the narrow sound which connects Flekkefjorden and Grisefjorden. View of the waterfront.
Keywords: Scandinavia, scenery, landscape, picturesque

PMR-D8097
Norway, Vest-Agder: typical landscape near the south coast.
Keywords: Scandinavia, scenery, fjord, picturesque

PMR-D8096
Norway, Vest-Agder: boats at a secluded jetty, overlooked by towering cliffs, near the south coast.
Keywords: Scandinavia, picturesque, landscape, craggy

PMR-D8095
Norway, Vest-Agder, Kristiansand: the town was founded by King Christian IV in 1641, although the site has been settled since prehistoric times. The central shopping square, a pedestrian zone, with colourful flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: Scandinavia, urban, pedestrian zone, streetscene, architecture

PMR-D8094
Norway, Vest-Agder, Kristiansand: the town was founded by King Christian IV in 1641, although the site has been settled since prehistoric times. The cathedral was rebuilt in stone in 1885 after a series of fires destroyed its predecessors.
Keywords: Scandinavia, urban, pedestrian zone, streetscene, architecture

PMR-D8093
Norway, Telemark, Skien: modern residential blocks and hotels overlooking the harbour.
Keywords: picturesque, boats, quayside, port, architecture, Scandinavia, culture

PMR-D8092
Norway, Telemark, Skien: the main square.
Keywords: culture, architecture, Scandinavia

PMR-D8091
Norway, Telemark, Skien: the family home and birthplace of the playwright Henrik Ibsen (1828-1906) at Venstop, near Skien.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, wooden, timber, historic, culture, drama, writer, literature

PMR-D8090
Norway, Telemark: Heddal Stave Church, the largest in the country, dates back to the early 13th century. It was restored in 1849-51 and again in the 1950s. Dragons' heads on the roof gables are intended to keep away evil spirits.
Keywords: picturesque, mythical, superstition, culture, historic, timber, wooden, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8089
Norway, Telemark: Heddal Stave Church, the largest in the country, dates back to the early 13th century. It was restored in 1849-51 and again in the 1950s.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, timber, wooden, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8088
Norway, Telemark: Heddal Stave Church, the largest in the country, dates back to the early 13th century. It was restored in 1849-51 and again in the 1950s.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, timber, wooden, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8087
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. General view of the Old Town, comprising urban buildings mainly from Oslo.
Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8086
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A turf-roofed barn from Natadal, Nedre, Flatdal, Telemark (1762).
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber

PMR-D8085
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A farmhouse from Gulsvik, Fla, Hallingdal (ca. 1750).
Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8084
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Two storehouses from Troym, Helmedal (left) (1650-1700), and Holshagen, Hol (right) (1650), both from Hallingdal.
Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8083
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. General view of some farm outhouses.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber

PMR-D8082
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A two.storey farmhouse from Akershus, Ostlandet (18th century).
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber

PMR-D8081
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Turf-roofed wooden house from Jaeren, Rogaland (1820-60).
Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8080
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A slate-roofed woodshed from Bakka, Halandsdal, Sunnhordland (ca.1800).
Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8079
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A tenant-farmer's house from Husmannsplass (19th century).
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber

PMR-D8078
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A turf-roofed farm outhouse.
Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8077
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A stall from Gronneflata, Uvdal, Numedal (1750-1800)
Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8076
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A 'loft' storehouse from Brottveit Valle, Setesdal (1650-1700).
Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8075
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. An open hearth farmhouse from Amlid Valle, Setesdal (1650-1700).
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber

PMR-D8074
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A farmhouse from Porsanger in Finnmark in the far north now houses an exhibition about Finnmark and the people who live there.
Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8073
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, one of only 28 survivors in the country. Ornate wooden carvings adorn the roof.
Keywords: picturesque, timber, agriculture, farming, historical, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8072
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, one of only 28 survivors in the country.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber

PMR-D8071
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, one of only 28 survivors in the country.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber

PMR-D8070
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, containing valuable paintings from 1652.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber

PMR-D8069
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, containing valuable paintings from 1652, including "the last supper", seen here.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber

PMR-D8068
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, containing valuable paintings from 1652, including "the last supper", seen here.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber

PMR-D8067
Norway, Oslo: Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) was founded in 1881 and is regarded as the world's oldest open air museum. It has a collection of over 150 typical Norwegian buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. Pride of the collection is this genuine Stave Church from around 1200, one of only 28 survivors in the country. Guides in period costume provide help.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, historical, farming, agriculture, timber

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

PMR-D8065
Norway, Oslo: equestrian statue of King Charles John in the square in front of the Royal Palace (Det Kongelige Slott), which was built in1824 48 in the reign of King Charles III.
Keywords: architecture, sculpture, monument, Classical, capital city, Scandinavia

PMR-D8064
Norway, Oslo: the Royal Palace (Det Kongelige Slott) was built in1824 48 in the reign of King Charles III. It faces the length of Karl Johans Gate.
Keywords: architecture, Scandinavia, capital city, Classical

PMR-D8063
Norway, Oslo: fountains in the gardens of Eidsvoll Plass, with the National Theatre in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, stage, drama, culture, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8062
Norway, Oslo: the National Theatre, opened in 1899, gives regular performances of Ibsen's plays.
Keywords: architecture, stage, drama, culture, capital city, Scandinavia

PMR-D8061
Norway, Oslo: the Cathedral (Domkirke) was built 1694-97 after its predecessor burnt down. It is used for national events and by the Norwegian Royal Family.
Keywords: architecture, historic, capital city, Scandinavia

PMR-D8060
Norway, Oslo: the Cathedral (Domkirke) was built 1694-97 after its predecessor burnt down. It is used for national events and by the Norwegian Royal Family. Statue of King Christian IV in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, monument, Scandinavia, capital city, historic

PMR-D8059
Norway, Oslo: the Faculty of Law, Oslo University, constructed 1841-1851 by Christian Heinrich Grosch and Karl Friedrich Schinkel in the latter's well-known Classical style.
Keywords: architecture, capital city, Scandinavia

PMR-D8058
Norway, Oslo: facade of the Norwegian Parliamentary Building, housing the Storting, which was opened in 1866.
Keywords: architecture, assembly building, capital city, Scandinavia

PMR-D8057
Norway, Oslo: a cargo ship moored under the walls of the Akershus Fortress which dates back to the late 14th century.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, defence, fortifications, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8056
Norway, Oslo: Oslo City Hall (Radhus), a red-brick building built between 1931 and 1950, has two towers, one of which contains a set of 49 bells.
Keywords: architecture, administration centre, capital city, Scandinavia

PMR-D8055
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith. Frogner Pond, seen from the main bridge.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8054
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8053
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. Scenes of Norwegian family life surround the central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture, artistic, culture, statues, doubt. regret, persuasion, compassion

PMR-D8052
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. Scenes of Norwegian family life surround the central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8051
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith. A forged iron gateway with female figures.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8050
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8049
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. Scenes of Norwegian family life surround the central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8048
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. The central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8047
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. Scenes of Norwegian family life surround the central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8046
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. The central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8045
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron. The central monolith surrounded by sculptures of Norwegian family life.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8044
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, capital city, Scandinavia, architecture, artistic, culture, statues

PMR-D8043
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8042
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8041
Norway, Oslo: rose beds in Frogner Park, with the Vigeland Sculptures in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8040
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

PMR-D8039
Norway, Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park, a collection of the life work of sculptor Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), comprising more than 200 sculptures of bronze, granite and forged iron set around a central monolith.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, culture, artistic, architecture, Scandinavia, capital city

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D8031
Sweden, Gothenburg: a handsome apartment building overlooking the harbour, in traditional Swedish style.
Keywords: architecture, Scandinavia

PMR-D8030
Sweden, Gothenburg: some of the vessels preserved in the Maritime Museum, including the lightship (built in 1915), and fireboat, "Flodsprutan II" (built in 1931).
Keywords: Scandinavia, historic, shipping, service vessels

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

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

PMR-D8027
Sweden, Gothenburg: Lilla Bommen building or Skanskakrapen, the headquarters of the Skanska company, is popularly referred to as "the lipstick". It was built in the late 1980s and stands 86 metres high, with 22 floors.
Keywords: Scandinavia, architecture, post-modern, skyscraper, office block, high-rise block

PMR-D8026
Sweden, Gothenburg: bronze equestrian statue of King Karl IX in Kungsportsplatsen.
Keywords: Scandinavia, monument, historic, sculpture

PMR-D8025
Sweden, Gothenburg: giant cranes, preserved in the port's dockyard, testify to the city's growth from its maritime trade in past centuries.
Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, engineering, commerce, mercantile, harbour, shipping

PMR-D8024
Sweden, Gothenburg: giant cranes, preserved in the port's dockyard, testify to the city's growth from its maritime trade in past centuries.
Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, engineering, commerce, mercantile, harbour, shipping

PMR-D8023
Sweden, Gothenburg: Common Gull (Mew Gull) (Larus canus).
Keywords: nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife, seagulls

PMR-D8022
Sweden, Gothenburg: East Indiaman sailing ship "Gotheburg", a replica of the one which sank off the Gothenburg coast in 1745. Taking ten years to build, the "Gotheburg" first set sail in 2005 and has since visited over 100 ports.
Keywords: picturesque, historic ship, wooden vessel, Scandinavia

PMR-D8021
Sweden, Gothenburg: East Indiaman sailing ship "Gotheburg", a replica of the one which sank off the Gothenburg coast in 1745. Taking ten years to build, the "Gotheburg" first set sail in 2005 and has since visited over 100 ports.
Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, wooden vessel, historic ship

PMR-D8020
Sweden, Gothenburg: the German Church or Christinae Church (Kyrka Tyskan) opened in 1748 and used by the German residents, with Ethnographical Museum in the foreground. View from the Hamnkanalen.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia

PMR-D8019
Sweden, Gothenburg: part of the Botanical Gardens, opened in 1923, one of the finest in Europe. The glasshouses are home to more than 4500 species of plant.
Keywords: picturesque, flowerbeds, horticulture, park, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8018
Sweden, Gothenburg: Stora Teatern ("Grand Theatre"). opened in 1859, reflected in the waters of the lake in Kungsperken
Keywords: picturesque, music, drama, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8017
Sweden, Gothenburg: opened in 1874, the Feskekörka is actually an indoor fishmarket not a church as its name implies.
Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8016
Sweden, Gothenburg: handsome waterfront buildings in traditional style.
Keywords: architecture, Scandinavia

PMR-D8015
Sweden, Gothenburg: the "Seaman's Wife" figure on a 49-metre- high column, dedicated to the city's seamen who died in the First World War.
Keywords: picturesque, monument, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8014
Sweden, Gothenburg: Skanskakrapan building with the destroyer "Smaland", preserved in the Maritime Museum.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, warship

PMR-D8013
Sweden, Gothenburg: the Opera House, built in 1994 by architect Jan Izikowitz.
Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, architecture

PMR-D8012
Sweden, Gothenburg: the four-masted barque, "Viking", built in 1906 by Burmeister & Wain as a sail-training ship, is now used as an hotel. On the left, the Skanskakrapan building, popularly known as the "lipstick", headquarters of the Skanska company.
Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, architecture, sailing ship, tall ships

PMR-D8011
Sweden, Gothenburg: the four-masted barque, "Viking", built in 1906 by Burmeister & Wain as a sail-training ship, is now used as an hotel. The "lipstick" building in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, tall ships, sailing ship, architecture, Scandinavia

PMR-D8010
Sweden, Gothenburg: a pair of caryatids supporting the portal of an office building, overlooking the Hamnkanalen.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia, statues, sculptures

PMR-D8009
Sweden, Gothenburg: the German Church or Christinae Church (Kyrka Tyskan) opened in 1748 and used by the German residents, with Ethnographical Museum in the foreground. View from the Hamnkanalen.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Scandinavia

PMR-D8008
Sweden, Bohuslän: Common Tern (Sterna hirundo).
Keywords: nature, Sternidae, birds, ornithology, wildlife

PMR-D8007
Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: the car ferry linking the island with the mainland across the strait.
Keywords: picturesque, watercraft, boats, yachts, Scandinavia, Swedish flag

PMR-D8006
Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: typical wooden houses on the steep main street.
Keywords: picturesque, Scandinavia, street scene, architecture, homes, residences, timber

PMR-D8005
Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: church and landing jetty in the cove on the far side of the island.
Keywords: picturesque, stoney, geology, panorama, yachts, boats, watercraft, Scandinavia

PMR-D8004
Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: view of the settlement, with mainland acrosss the strait, from the castle.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, Scandinavia

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

PMR-D8002
Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: typical wooden houses on the main street.
Keywords: picturesque, timber, residences, homes, architecture, street scene, Scandinavia

PMR-D8001
Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: view of modern residential blocks on the mainland, seen across the strait.
Keywords: picturesque, watercraft, boats, yachts, arcitecture

PMR-D8000
Sweden, Bohusläd, Marstrand Island: view of the mainland, seen across the strait.
Keywords: picturesque, watercraft, boats, yachts

PMR-D7999
Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Mounted enthusiasts in period cavalry uniforms re-enact with infantry past military actions for onlookers.
Keywords: picturesque, attack, battle, cannon, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, culture, fortifications, castle, horses

PMR-D7998
Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Mounted enthusiasts in period cavalry uniforms re-enact past military actions for onlookers.
Keywords: picturesque, attack, battle, cannon, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, culture, fortifications, castle, horses

PMR-D7997
Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, culture, fortifications, castle

PMR-D7996
Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Enthusiasts in period artillery uniforms re-enact past military actions for onlookers.
Keywords: picturesque, horses, castle, fortifications, culture, architecture, heritage, mediaeval, cannon, defence

PMR-D7995
Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state.
Keywords: picturesque, castle, fortifications, culture, architecture, heritage, mediaeval

PMR-D7994
Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Mounted enthusiasts in period cavalry uniforms re-enact past military actions for onlookers.
Keywords: picturesque, horses, castle, fortifications, culture, architecture, heritage, mediaeval

PMR-D7993
Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state. Mounted enthusiasts in period cavalry uniforms re-enact past military actions for onlookers.
Keywords: picturesque, horses, castle, fortifications, culture, architecture, heritage, mediaeval

PMR-D7992
Sweden, Bohuslän: Bohus Fortress, dating back to 1308, lies on the old Norwegian-Swedish border and was at that time in Norway. Built of granite. it was besieged 14 times but never taken. In 1789 it was partly demolished, leaving it in its present ruined state.
Keywords: picturesque, castle, fortifications, culture, architecture, heritage, mediaeval

PMR-D7991
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: Schönborn Gate, built by Prince-Bishop Johann Philipp von Schönborn (1642-73) near the mass grave of the victims of the massacre. (The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred).
Keywords: defence, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications

PMR-D7990
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: Killian's Tower with the underground tunnel which leads under the fortifications into the Marienberg Fortress: The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR-D7989
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: Echter or Michael's Gate in the Bastion (1605), built by Prince-Bishop Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in1631 and the 600-man garrison massacred.
Keywords: defence, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications

PMR-D7988
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: the mediaeval Scherenberg Gate originally commanded a drawbridge. St. Killian's Tower behind. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: defence, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, fortifications

PMR-D7987
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: the Cathedral of St. Killian, the 4th largest Romanesque cathedral in Germany. Begun in 1045, completely destroyed in 1945, and rebuilt 1966-67.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic

PMR-D7986
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: the north tract of the Marienberg Fortress, with the Scherenbergzwinger, from the north-east. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, fortifications, defence

PMR-D7985
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: defence towers on the west fortified wall of the Marienberg Fortress. It was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D7984
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: The Sonnenturm (Sun Tower) in the south-east corner, and the Brunnentempel, built over the well. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D7983
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the Marienberg Fortress: the round church of St. Mary, dating back to 706 AD, but rebuilt after a fire in 1600. The red sandstone portal was added in the early 17th century. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic

PMR-D7982
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: castle gardens in the Marienberg Fortress, probably laid out by Prince-Bishop Johann Philipp von Schönborn (1642-73). An identical curved staircase with ballustrades encloses the garden at each end. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR-D7981
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: castle gardens in the Marienberg Fortress, probably laid out by Prince-Bishop Johann Philipp von Schönborn (1642-73). The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D7980
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: view to the east from the Marienberg, with vineyard and St. Burkard's Romanesque Basilica on the near bank of the river, and the old Main bridge, Marienkapelle, Cathedral of St. Killian, old university (red sandstone tower), St. Johannis' Church (top, centre) and St. Stephan's Church (middle right) on the far bank of the River Main.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic, panorama

PMR-D7979
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: view to the north-east from the Marienberg, with the old Main bridge (built 1473-1543), Gothic Marienkapelle (with red spire), Rathaus (Town Hall) and the Cathedral of St. Killian.
Keywords: reflections, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, panorama, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture

PMR-D7978
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: castle gardens in the Marienberg Fortress, probably laid out by Prince-Bishop Johann Philipp von Schönborn (1642-73), overlooked by the Maria Tower. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR-D7977
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: Killian's Tower with the west wing. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D7976
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: the Cathedral of St. Killian, the 4th largest Romanesque cathedral in Germany. Begun in 1045, completely destroyed in 1945, and rebuilt 1966-67.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, culture

PMR-D7975
Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: the old stone Main bridge, built between 1473 and 1543, with statues of saints added around 1730. It replaced a Romanesque forerunner.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, mediaeval, historic

PMR-D7974
Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: Stift Haug, the first large Boroque church in Franconia, built between 1670 and 1691 according to plans of architect Antonio Petrini.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, mediaeval, historic

PMR-D7973
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: the Keep (Bergfried), built about 1200, contained a dungeon in the lower half, and "last retreat"on the upper floors. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D7972
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: a corner tower of the Princes' Wing. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D7971
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: Carved sandstone niches for saints, contemporaneous with the Brunnentempel. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D7970
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: a corner tower of the Princes' Wing. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Franconia, historic, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR-D7969
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: The Brunnentempel, built to house the well, which reaches down to the water level of the River Main. The statues are (left to right): Daniel with the lion; Hercules forcing open the lion's muzzle, and St Hieronymus. On the roof, the gilded figure of Fortuna on a rolling ball.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, sculpture, stone-carving

PMR-D7968
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: the round church of St. Mary, dating back to 706 AD, but rebuilt after a fire in 1600. To the left is the Brunnentempel, built over the well, and the Bergfried Tower (Keep). The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Würzburg, Franconia, historic, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR-D7967
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: the round church of St. Mary, dating back to 706 AD, but rebuilt after a fire in 1600. To the right is the Brunnentempel, built over the well. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D7966
Germany, Bavaria, Wurzburg: inside the main courtyard of the Marienberg Fortress: the north-west corner with Killian's Tower behind. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, historic, Franconia, Würzburg, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D7965
Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: German Show Park of 1990 (Landesgartenschaupark 1990) for which the slopes of the Marienberg were carefully landscaped: part of the Japanese Garden.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, botanical, flowers, shrubs, trees

PMR-D7964
Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: German Show Park of 1990 (Landesgartenschaupark 1990) for which the slopes of the Marienberg were carefully landscaped: part of the rose garden.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, botanical, flowers, shrubs, trees

PMR-D7963
Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: German Show Park of 1990 (Landesgartenschaupark 1990) for which the slopes of the Marienberg were carefully landscaped: part of the Japanese Garden.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, botanical, flowers, shrubs, trees

PMR-D7962
Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: The Marienberg, with its fortress, is one of the oldest sites of settlement in Franconia, going back to at least 1000 BC. The present fortress was started about 1200 and remained the seat of the Prince-Bishops until 1719. It was remodelled into a Renaissance palace by Julius Echter from about 1600. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, fortifications, defence

PMR-D7961
Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: the Käppele ("small chapel"), built by Balthasar Neumann between 1748 and 1752, has sumptuous interior decorations.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, mediaeval, Baroque, church

PMR-D7960
Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: The Marienberg, with its fortress, is one of the oldest sites of settlement in Franconia, going back to at least 1000 BC. The present fortress was started about 1200 and remained the seat of the Prince-Bishops until 1719. It was remodelled into a Renaissance palace by Julius Echter from about 1600. The fortress was stormed by the Swedes in 1631 and the 600-man garrison was massacred. View with part of the bridge over the River Main.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, fortifications, defence

PMR-D7959
Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: Falkenhaus (Falcon House) was formerly a guesthouse. It received the elaborate stucco facade in 1751.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, Baroque

PMR-D7958
Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: Marienkapelle (St Mary's Chapel), built between 1377 and 1480 in Gothic style. The western doorway, or Goldene Pforte, was constructed after 1430 and the tympanum depicts the Last Judgement.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, heritage, mediaeval

PMR-D7957
Germany, Bavaria, Würzburg: Marienkapelle (St Mary's Chapel), built between 1377 and 1480 in Gothic style. The gold-covered Madonna surmounting the spire is 72 metres above the ground and measures 5.75 metres in height.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7956
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: entrance to the Baroque Palais built for wine merchant Johann Georg Bögner in 1744, now known as the Mackert-Haus.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, heritage

PMR-D7955
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: a private mews, not far from the centre of the town.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7954
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: St. Peter's Chapel (Peterskapelle), the oldest church in the town, built in 1180.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7953
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: Schlossplatz (Castle Square) with Volksschule, and top of the Türmersturm..
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7952
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: bronze citizens of the town, relaxing in Schlossplatz (Castle Square), with the tower of St. Martin's church in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, statues, sculptures, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7951
Fragrant flowers of the lime tree (Tilia cordata) attended by the hum of hundreds of bees.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography

PMR-D7950
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: Kurmainzisches Schloss (Castle) dates back to the late 13th century and is now home to the Tauber-Franconia Countryside Museum.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, heritage, mediaeval

PMR-D7949
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: the Bischemer Frog Fountain, named after a group of active carnival supporters.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7948
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: the Türmersturm (tower), dating from 1270, was once part of the defence fortifications.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7947
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: the Zwinger, a former defence fortification, in Schlossplatz (Castle Square).
Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7946
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: neo-Gothic tower of St. Martins church, built 1910-14.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7945
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: ´historic house facades on the Market Place, with half- timbered Stern Apothek in the centre.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7944
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: the former alms hospital in Klostergasse.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7943
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: mediaeval timber-frame houses on the Market Place, with the Baroque church of St. Lioba at the far end.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, heritage, mediaeval

PMR-D7942
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: historic fountain in the Market Place, with the town hall, dating from 1865, at the far end.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7941
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: historic fountain in the Market Place, with the town hall, dating from 1865, at the far end.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, heritage, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7940
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Tauberbischofsheim: facades of burgher houses on Hauptstrasse (Main Street) in the pedestrian zone, with the tower of St. Martin's church in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, heritage, mediaeval

PMR-D7939
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: historic bridge over the River Tauber, with statue of a saint.
Keywords: picturesque, stone-carving, sculpture, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, heritage

PMR-D7938
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: historic bridge over the River Tauber, with statue of a saint.
Keywords: picturesque, stone-carving, sculpture, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, heritage

PMR-D7937
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: a picturesque row of burgher houses in Lauda.
Keywords: heritage, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, historic

PMR-D7936
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: the town had strong connections with the railway, which explains this immaculately restored steam locomotive from the year 1942, preserved as a memorial.
Keywords: heritage, transport, mechanics, engineering, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, Tauber Valley, historic

PMR-D7935
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: street decorations in Marienstrasse, with a group of timber-framed burgher houses in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, historic, heritage

PMR-D7934
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: the church of St. Jakobus was built in Gothic style in 1322-33 but almost completely rebuilt in Baroque style in 1608 by Prince- Bishop Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, historic, heritage

PMR-D7933
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: a group of timber-framed houses in the old quarter of Lauda.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, historic, heritage

PMR-D7932
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Lauda-Königshofen: the Oberes Stadttor (town gate) in Lauda, with mediaeval timber framed houses.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley, historic, heritage

PMR-D7931
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: baroque castle of the Princes of Hohenlohe-Schillingsfürst, now a falconry centre and health resort. Elaborate stucco-work covers the walls and ceiling of the great hall.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, mediaeval, heritage, historic, colourful

PMR-D7930
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: Barn Owl (Tyto Alba) at the falconry centre.
Keywords: Romantic Road, birds of prey, raptor, wildlife, ornithology, birds, nature, Romantische Strasse

PMR-D7929
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: Steppe Eagle (Aquila nipalensis) at the falconry centre.
Keywords: Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife, raptor, birds of prey

PMR-D7928
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: Eagle Owl (Bubo bubo) at the falconry centre.
Keywords: Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife, raptor, birds of prey, Uhu

PMR-D7927
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: late 18th century baroque castle of the Princes of Hohenlohe-Schillingsfürst, now a falconry centre and health resort. It lies on the highest point of the Franconian Heights (545 metres), overlooking the town of Sschillingsfürst.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, mediaeval, heritage, historic, colourful

PMR-D7926
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: late 18th century baroque castle of the Princes of Hohenlohe-Schillingsfürst, now a falconry centre and health resort. It lies on the highest point of the Franconian Heights (545 metres), overlooking the town of Sschillingsfürst.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, mediaeval, heritage, historic, colourful

PMR-D7925
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: late 18th century baroque castle of the Princes of Hohenlohe-Schillingsfürst, now a falconry centre and health resort. It lies on the highest point of the Franconian Heights (545 metres), overlooking the town of Sschillingsfürst.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, mediaeval, heritage, historic, colourful

PMR-D7924
Germany, Baden-Württemberg: the Tauber Valley near Bettwar.
Keywords: picturesque, River Tauber, nature, countryside, rural, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road

PMR-D7923
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the mediaeval Gänsturm now houses the town museum.
Keywords: picturesque, Tauber Valley, sculptures, carvings, statues, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7922
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the stone figure of an angel surmounts the fountain in the Market Square, while a group of bronze burghers confers before the local museum.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, statues, sculptures, Tauber Valley

PMR-D7921
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe replaced an original dating from 1586. A "dwarfs' gallery" enhances the fortified outer wall, which encloses the rose garden.
Keywords: picturesque, Tauber Valley, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, statues, carvings, sculptures

PMR-D7920
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family which replaced an original castle dating from 1586, viewed from the rose garden.
Keywords: picturesque, Tauber Valley, sculptures, carvings, statues, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7919
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family replaced an original castle dating from 1586. A view of the rose garden.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, statues, carvings, sculptures, Tauber Valley, flowers

PMR-D7918
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family replaced an original castle dating from 1586. The main entrance from the Town Hall Square. Germany, Baden-WÃ¼rttemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family replaced an original castle dating from 1586. The main entrance from the Town Hall Square.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, carvings, sculptures, Tauber Valley

PMR-D7917
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family replaced an original castle dating from 1586. The main entrance from the Market Square.
Keywords: picturesque, Tauber Valley, sculptures, carvings, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7916
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: old burgher houses, some with timber frames, on the Rosenstrasse.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Tauber Valley

PMR-D7915
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: old burgher houses, some with timber frames, on the Rosenstrasse.
Keywords: picturesque, Tauber Valley, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, mediaeval, heritage, historic, colourful

PMR-D7914
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: a stone angel commands the fountain in the Marketl Square with the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family on the far side. It replaced an original castle dating from 1586.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, statues, carvings, sculptures, Tauber Valley

PMR-D7913
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: the late Renaissance palace of the Hohenlohe family replaced an original castle dating from 1586. The main entrance from the Market Square.
Keywords: picturesque, Tauber Valley, sculptures, carvings, architecture, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture

PMR-D7912
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Laudenbach: the Maria fountain in the centre of the village dates from 1574.
Keywords: picturesque, carving, statue, Tauber Valley, colourful, heritage, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR-D7911
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Laudenbach: the mediaeval stone watchtower on the outskirts of the village.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historic, heritage, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, Taber Valley

PMR-D7910
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Laudenbach: geraniums overlooking the Ebertsbronner brook, which runs through the centre of the village.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, heritage, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, Tauber Valley

PMR-D7909
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: colourful house facades in the upper village, adjacent to the castle, with the watertower in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, Romantische Strasse, Romantic Road, culture, colourful, cobblestones

PMR-D7908
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: the hostelry adjacent to the castle, seen from the square of the upper village, with stone fountain in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, cobblestones, colourful, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR000-04
Morocco, Marakech: (1962 picture, before restoration) the minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque, 77 metres high, is the largest and best known in the city. Built of local sandstone in the reign of Berber Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184-1199), it replaced an identical mosque on an adjacent site, little of which remains.
Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, colourful, architecture, historic, national heritage

PMR000-03
Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. Water-sellers in their traditional colourful costumes, with a string of polished brass drinking vessels, nowadays limit their trade to posing for tourist cameras (1962 picture).
Keywords: Africa, historic, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, medina, square, picturesque

PMR-D7741
Flowers of Green-winged Orchid or Green-veined Orchid (Anacamptis moro or Orchis moro) on Aidlinger Höhe near Murnau.
Keywords: spring, plants, phytography, fragrant, botany, wild flowers, nature

PMR-D7740
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: Baroque interior of the Catholic parish church of St. Georg, at Aidling, Riegsee.
Keywords: architecture, stucco-work, altar, gilded

PMR-D7739
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the snow-covered Alps and buttercup meadows from the Aidlinger Höhe, near Riegsee.
Keywords: alpine, spring, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D7738
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: flowers of the horse-chestnut tree (Aesculus Hippocastanum) with the snow-covered Alps in the background.
Keywords: alpine, spring, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D7737
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the village with snow-covered Alps and the Riegsee (lake) in the background, from the Aidlinger Höhe.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, spring

PMR-D7736
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the village with snow-covered Alps and the Riegsee (lake) in the background, from the Aidlinger Höhe.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, spring

PMR-D7735
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the snow-covered Alps and trees in new spring foliage from the Aidlinger Höhe, near Riegsee.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D7734
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the snow-covered Alps, the Riegsee (lake) and grazing cattle from the Aidlinger Höhe.
Keywords: alpine, spring, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D7733
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the snow-covered Alps and buttercup meadows from the Aidlinger Höhe, near Riegsee.
Keywords: alpine, spring, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D7732
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: buttercup meadows and trees in spring foliage on the Aidlinger Höhe, near Riegsee.
Keywords: alpine, spring, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D7731
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Aidling: view of the snow-covered Alps and trees in spring foliage from the Aidlinger Höhe, near Riegsee.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D7730
Spain, Balearic Islands, Mallorca:: aerial view of Cap de Ses Salines from the aircraft.
Keywords: Mediterranean, geography

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

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

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

PMR-D7726
Spain, Andalusia, Malaga: giant paella marinera.
Keywords: food, cooking, prawns, local dish

PMR-D7717
Dog Violets (Viola canina).
Keywords: spring, plants, phytography, botany, wild flowers, nature

PMR-D7716
Flowering Aylostera albiflora x heliasa cactus.
Keywords: botanical, botany, house plants, flowers, colourful

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

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

PMR-D7713
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, fragrant, exotic

PMR-D7712
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D7711
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, fragrant, exotic

PMR-D7710
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, fragrant, exotic

PMR-D7709
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrids.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, fragrant, exotic

PMR-D7708
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, fragrant, exotic

PMR-D7707
Orchid flowers on a Dendrobium, the "Noble Orchid".
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, fragrant, exotic

PMR-D7706
Orchid flowers on a Dendrobium, the "Noble Orchid".
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, fragrant, exotic

PMR-D7705
Orchid flowers on a Dendrobium, the "Noble Orchid".
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D7704
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberaudorf: "Gasthof Zollhaus" was previously the customs house dealing with salt shipments on the River Inn.
Keywords: picturesque, facade, wall paintings, architecture, hostelry, hotel, inn

PMR-D7703
Portrait of "Prinz".
Keywords: cat, animal, pet, feline

PMR-D7702
England, Sussex, Seaford: Stratheden Court, Marine Parade, provides sheltered accommodation for the elderly.
Keywords: architecture, homes, retirement , flats

PMR-D7701
England, Sussex, Seaford: the beach in winter.
Keywords: seashore, shingle, tide, surf, overcast sky, groynes, grey

PMR-D7700
English Christmas dinner.
Keywords: food, feast, repast, meal

PMR-D7699
England, Somerset: the chapel at Tyntesfield House (National Trust).
Keywords: architecture, laudatio, priest, Gothic

PMR-D7698
England, Somerset: historic medicine cabinet at Tyntesfield House (National Trust).
Keywords: pharmacy, healing, curative, potions, prescription, pharmacopoeia, medications, drugs

PMR-D7697
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the snow-covered Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain (2962 metres), in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: picturesque, sunlight, first light, alpine, landscape, mist, colourful

PMR-D7696
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the snow-covered Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, mist, landscape, alpine, golden, first light, sunlight

PMR-D7695
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, mist, landscape, alpine, golden, first light, sunlight

PMR-D7694
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the snow-covered Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: picturesque, mist, landscape, alpine, golden, first light, sunlight

PMR-D7693
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the snow-covered Bavarian Alps, with the Olympia Tower in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, mist, landscape, alpine, first light, sunlight

PMR-D7692
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on the Bavarian Alps, with wind turbine.
Keywords: picturesque, mist, landscape, alpine, golden, first light, sunlight

PMR-D7691
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dawn light on Unterföhring power station.
Keywords: picturesque, golden, first light, sunlight, chimneys

PMR-D7690
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: rainbow.
Keywords: colourful, meteorology, light spectrum

PMR-D7689
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: rainbow.
Keywords: colourful, light spectrum, meteorology

PMR-D7688
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig Zoological Gardens: a boat trip through "Gondwanaland", one of the largest indoor tropical rainforest projects (1.65 hectares) which contains many exotic free-flying birds and other creatures.
Keywords: nature, palm trees, ecology, biotope, wildlife

PMR-D7687
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig Zoological Gardens: a tree-top walkway through "Gondwanaland", one of the largest indoor tropical rainforest projects (1.65 hectares) which contains many exotic free-flying birds and other creatures.
Keywords: nature, palm trees, ecology, biotope, wildlife

PMR-D7686
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig Zoological Gardens: a boat trip through "Gondwanaland", one of the largest indoor tropical rainforest projects (1.65 hectares) which contains many exotic free-flying birds and other creatures.
Keywords: nature, palm trees, ecology, biotope, wildlife

PMR-D7685
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig Zoological Gardens: a boat trip through "Gondwanaland", one of the largest indoor tropical rainforest projects (1.65 hectares) which contains many exotic free-flying birds and other creatures.
Keywords: nature, palm trees, ecology, biotope, wildlife

PMR-D7684
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig Zoological Gardens: stick insect in the terrarium.
Keywords: nature, camouflage, wildlife

PMR-D7683
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig Zoological Gardens: clown fish and sea anemones in the aquarium.
Keywords: nature, colourful, sealife, wildlife

PMR-D7682
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig Zoological Gardens: living corals and sea anemones in the aquarium.
Keywords: nature, colourful, sealife, wildlife

PMR-D7681
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig Zoological Gardens: living corals and sea anemones in the aquarium.
Keywords: nature, colourful, sealife, wildlife

PMR-D7680
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig Zoological Gardens: grouper in the aquarium.
Keywords: wildlife, gamefish, Epinephelinae, fish

PMR-D7679
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig Zoological Gardens: whitetip
reef shark (Triaenodon obesus) in the aquarium.
Keywords: nature, wildlife, sealife, predator

PMR-D7678
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: Kongresshalle (Congress Hall). built at the beginning of the 20th century in "Jugendstil", stands adjacent to the Zoological Gardens.
Keywords: architecture, Art Nouveau, Art Deco

PMR-D7677
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: Kongresshalle (Congress Hall). built at the beginning of the 20th century in "Jugendstil", stands adjacent to the Zoological Gardens.
Keywords: architecture, Art Nouveau, Art Deco

PMR-D7676
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit im Winkl: ski piste on the Steinplatte, with snow-cpvered Austrian Alps in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, ski piste, ski slopes, ski lifts, panorama, mountain range, alpine scenery

PMR-D7675
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit im Winkl: ski piste on the Steinplatte, with snow-cpvered Austrian Alps in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, ski piste, ski slopes, ski lifts, panorama, mountain range, alpine scenery

PMR-D7674
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, fragrant, exotic

PMR-D7673
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, fragrant, exotic

PMR-D7672
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D7671
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, colourful, ornamental, botany, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, fragrant, exotic

PMR-D7670
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Starling (Sturnus vulgaris).
Keywords: nature, wildlife, ornithology, birds

PMR-D7669
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: view of the snow-covered Alps from the grounds of the Benedictine monastery.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D7668
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs), male.
Keywords: nature, wildlife, ornithology, birds

PMR-D7667
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella), female.
Keywords: nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife, bunting

PMR-D7666
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Great Tit (Parus major).
Keywords: nature, birds, ornithology, wildlife, titmouse, bird-feeder

PMR-D7665
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus).
Keywords: nature, bird-feeder, titmouse, wildlife, ornithology, birds

PMR-D7664
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella), male.
Keywords: nature, bunting, wildlife, ornithology, birds

PMR-D7663
Germany, Bavaria: Millot automobile, vintage 1906.
Keywords: veteran, preservation, mechanics, engineering, motor car, vintage

PMR-D7662
Morocco, Asilah: the sea wall built by the Portuguese in the15th century protects the town from the Atlantic swell as well as hostile invaders. On the left is the Torre de Menagem (Kamra Tower). View from the beach in late afternoon.
Keywords: Africa, fortifications, historic, picturesque, tradition, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7661
Morocco, Asilah: fishing boats in the harbour, which was already in use in Phoenician and Roman times, before the Portuguese occupation from 1471 to 1578.
Keywords: Africa, haven, port, picturesque, tradition, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7660
Morocco, Asilah: ancient bastions built by the Portuguese in the15th century protect the town from the Atlantic swell. View from the beach in late afternoon.
Keywords: Africa, historic, picturesque, tradition, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7659
Morocco, Asilah: an artistically enhanced doorway is one of the attractions in the medina.
Keywords: Africa, style, picturesque, tradition, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7658
Morocco, Asilah: an arched gateway in a typical whitewashed alleyway in the medina.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, tradition, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7657
Morocco, Asilah: a typical whitewashed alleyway in the medina.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, tradition, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7656
Morocco, Asilah: a colourful horse-drawn carriage awaits custom on the promenade.
Keywords: Africa, tradition, transport, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7655
Morocco, Rabat: the modest entrance to the king's palace is guarded by the royal bodyguard.
Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic

PMR-D7654
Morocco, Rabat: El-Faeh Mosque, opposite the king's palace and used by him on Fridays.
Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic

PMR-D7653
Morocco, Rabat: the city is proud of its new street railway, seen in front of the city walls.
Keywords: Africa, tramway, transport system, royal city, capital city, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, Sala Colonia, Bou Regreg

PMR-D7652
Morocco, Rabat: the Hassan Tower, half-finished minaret of the huge mosque begun by Yacoub el-Mansour in 1191, abandoned at his death in 1199, with some of the re-erected columns, seen from the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. A marble fountain occupies the centre of the stone-inlaid terrace.
Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic

PMR-D7651
Morocco, Rabat: the Hassan Tower, half-finished minaret of the huge mosque begun by Yacoub el-Mansour in 1191, abandoned at his death in 1199, with some of the re-erected columns, seen from the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic

PMR-D7650
Morocco, Rabat: interior of the Mausoleum of Mohammed V (and Hassan II) designed by Vietnamese architect Vo Toan and completed in 1971, uses Carrara marble throughout.
Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic

PMR-D7649
Morocco, Rabat: the Mausoleum of Mohammed V (and Hassan II) designed by Vietnamese architect Vo Toan and completed in 1971, uses Carrara marble throughout. The ornamentation echoes the Hassan Tower.
Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic

PMR-D7648
Morocco, Rabat: the Hassan Tower, half-finished minaret of the huge mosque begun by Yacoub el-Mansour in 1191, abandoned at his death in 1199, with some of the re-erected columns.
Keywords: Africa, architecture, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, tradition, culture, artistic

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

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

PMR-D7645
Morocco, Rabat: well-advanced construction on a new opera house.
Keywords: Africa, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city, music, stage

PMR-D7644
Morocco, Rabat: landscaping work in progress next to the city walls.
Keywords: Africa, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, royal city, capital city, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7643
Morocco, Rabat: landscaping work in progress next to the city walls.
Keywords: Africa, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, royal city, capital city, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7642
Morocco, Rabat: part of the city walls and traffic gateway.
Keywords: Africa, Bou Regreg, Sala Colonia, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, capital city, royal city

PMR-D7641
Morocco: the stony beach, pounded by Atlantic breakers, near Temara Plage.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, wildflowers, ocean, spray, spume, waves, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7640
Morocco: Atlantic breakers on the coast near Temara Plage.
Keywords: Africa, ocean, spray, spume, waves, beach, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7639
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
Keywords: Africa, national symbol, superlative, architecture, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, culture, artistic

PMR-D7638
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol

PMR-D7637
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
Part of one of the polychrome panels bordering the ablutions basin.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol

PMR-D7636
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
The Royal Doors, of engraved bronze (from Russia), electrically operated, surrounded by inlaid arches.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol

PMR-D7635
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
Courtyard, bounded by an arched gallery.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol

PMR-D7634
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
The star-shaped fountain on the terrace.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol

PMR-D7633
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
The fluted ablutions basin with polychrome faience designs as backing.
Keywords: Africa, tiling, colourful, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol

PMR-D7632
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
An elegant horseshoe-shaped arch encloses the ablutions basin.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol

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

PMR-D7630
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
A closer look at the green tiles and ornamentation on the upper part of the minaret.
Keywords: Africa, national symbol, superlative, architecture, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, culture, artistic

PMR-D7629
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol

PMR-D7628
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
One of the polychrome faience panels with geometrical motifs on the arched gallery.
Keywords: Africa, tiles, colourful, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol

PMR-D7627
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol

PMR-D7626
Morocco, Casablanca: King Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is the largest mosque in Africa, and its minaret is the world's highest religious building (210 metres). The designer was Michel Pinseau and it was built by Bouygues. It offers space for 105,000 worshippers.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, architecture, superlative, national symbol

PMR-D7625
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
The main street.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, historic, fortress, fortifications, culture, national heritage

PMR-D7624
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
Minaret of a mosque, converted from a Portuguese lighthouse in the 19th century.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, historic, fortress, fortifications, culture, national heritage

PMR-D7623
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
Minaret of a mosque, converted from a Portuguese lighthouse in the 19th century.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, historic, fortress, fortifications, culture, national heritage

PMR-D7622
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
The vaulted cistern was built in 1514 as part of the original Portuguese citadel for use as a grain store or arsenal, but converted around 1541 to a water cistern, holding 5,000 tonnes of water. The Manueline-style vaults are supported by 25 pillars. The cistern was used in the shooting of the film "Othello" by Orson Welles.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, culture, fortifications, fortress, historic, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, UNESCO

PMR-D7621
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
The vaulted cistern was built in 1514 as part of the original Portuguese citadel for use as a grain store or arsenal, but converted around 1541 to a water cistern, holding 5,000 tonnes of water. The Manueline-style vaults are supported by 25 pillars. The cistern was used in the shooting of the film "Othello" by Orson Welles.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, culture, fortifications, fortress, historic, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, UNESCO

PMR-D7620
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
The vaulted cistern was built in 1514 as part of the original Portuguese citadel for use as a grain store or arsenal, but converted around 1541 to a water cistern, holding 5,000 tonnes of water. The Manueline-style vaults are supported by 25 pillars. The cistern was used in the shooting of the film "Othello" by Orson Welles.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, culture, fortifications, fortress, historic, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, UNESCO

PMR-D7619
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
One of the cast-iron cannons, slowly rusting away, with the tower of the old Catholic church on the right.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, historic, fortress, fortifications, culture, national heritage

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

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

PMR-D7616
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
Part of the peripheral walkway round the city walls, which are about 8 metres high and 10 metres thick on average, from the Angel Bastion.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, culture, fortifications, fortress, historic, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, UNESCO

PMR-D7615
Morocco, El-Jadida, La Cité Portugaise: the fortified city of Mazagan, founded by the Portuguese in 1502, was the last Portuguese possession on the Atlantic coast to fall to the Alaouites in 1769. The latter then built the adjacent new town of El-Jadida ("the new").
The Angel Bastion in the west is a sea defence.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, culture, fortifications, fortress, historic, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, UNESCO

PMR-D7614
Morocco, El-Jadida: walls of the medina and the peripheral road.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, historic

PMR-D7613
Morocco, Oualidia: view from the promenade of the sandy bay of this popular holiday resort, with ubiquitous Norfolk Island Pine.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque

PMR-D7612
Morocco, Essaouira: fishing boats in the harbour basin, with the promenade and medina in the background.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, national heritage, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7611
Morocco, Essaouira: fishing boats in the harbour basin, with the promenade and medina in the background.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, national heritage, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7610
Morocco, Essaouira: the port citadel, built by the Genoese, with a row of bronze cannons on the ramparts.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, historic, national heritage, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D7609
Morocco, Essaouira: the port citadel, built by the Genoese, with a row of bronze cannons on the ramparts.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, historic, national heritage, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D7608
Morocco, Essaouira: fishing boats in the harbour basin, with the harbour fortifications and Genoese-built citadel behind.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, historic, national heritage, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D7607
Morocco, Essaouira: view of the medina and Place Orson Welles from the Genoese-built citadel.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, national heritage, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7606
Morocco, Essaouira: the harbour wall and castellated fortifications with a row of cannons, mostly of Spanish or French origin.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7605
Morocco, Essaouira: the harbour and quayside with fishing boats, from the roof of the Genoese-built citadel. Below, the harbour fortifications, complete with cannons.
Keywords: Africa, port, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, historic, national heritage

PMR-D7604
Yellow-legged Gull (Larus michahellis) in Essaouira, Morocco.
Keywords: birds, nature, wildlife, ornithology

PMR-D7603
Morocco, Essaouira: Bab Doukkala, the main gate to the medina from the north east, was built in the 18th century at the same time as the town walls on the orders of the Alaouite Sultan, Mohammed Ben Abdullah.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7602
Morocco, Essaouira: colourful flowerbeds on the promenade, outside the medina walls.
Keywords: Africa, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7601
Morocco, Essaouira: colourful flowerbeds on the promenade, outside the medina walls.
Keywords: Africa, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7600
Morocco, Essaouira: main street, Avenue Oqba Ibn Nafi, and clocktower in the spacious medina.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, historic, national heritage, Norfolk Island Pine

PMR-D7599
Morocco, Essaouira: Bab Doukkala, the main gate to the medina from the north east, was built in the 18th century at the same time as the town walls on the orders of the Alaouite Sultan, Mohammed Ben Abdullah.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7598
Morocco, Essaouira: itinerant musicians playing before a pavement restaurant.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, street scene, traditional dress

PMR-D7597
Morocco, Essaouira: oranges!
Keywords: Africa, orange colour, fruit, dazzling, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7596
Morocco, Essaouira: street scene with traders' stalls and customers in traditional dress, with the harbour bastion in the background.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, colourful

PMR-D7595
Morocco, Essaouira: buying oranges from one of the street traders.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, street scene, colourful, traditional dress

PMR-D7594
Morocco, Essaouira: street traders offer a wide range of fruit. In the background tha harbour bastion is visible..
Keywords: Africa, colourful, street scene, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7593
Morocco, Essaouira: the historic Jewish cemetery..
Keywords: Africa, gravestones, interment, graves, burials, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7592
Morocco, Essaouira: the arch is the gateway to the main shopping street.
Keywords: Africa, pedestrian zone, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7591
Morocco, Essaouira: a pavement restaurant serves traditional dishes, especially fish.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, meals, eating, open-air food

PMR-D7590
Morocco, Essaouira: a typical alleyway in the old town, with colourful textiles on offer
Keywords: Africa, souvenirs, picturesque, tradition, historic, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7589
Morocco, Essaouira: holiday resort on the Atlantic coast, with sandy beaches, ideal for bathing. Reflections of the town in the glassy sea..
Keywords: Africa, paddling, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

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

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

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

PMR-D7585
Morocco: tree-climbing goats on the road to Essaouira. The goats climb a particular species of tree, the Argan (Argania spinosa) to eat the nuts which are embedded in a layer of pulp. However the nuts are not ripe until June and at other times of the year the goats are induced to climb the trees for the benefit of tourists. The kernels of the Argan nuts contain a valuable oil, which has beneficial properties when consumed by humans, and are avidly harvested.
Keywords: Africa, bizarre, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7584
Morocco: tree-climbing goats on the road to Essaouira. The goats climb a particular species of tree, the Argan (Argania spinosa) to eat the nuts which are embedded in a layer of pulp. However the nuts are not ripe until June and at other times of the year the goats are induced to climb the trees for the benefit of tourists. The kernels of the Argan nuts contain a valuable oil, which has beneficial properties when consumed by humans, and are avidly harvested.
Keywords: Africa, bizarre, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7583
Morocco: tree-climbing goats on the road to Essaouira. The goats climb a particular species of tree, the Argan (Argania spinosa) to eat the nuts which are embedded in a layer of pulp. However the nuts are not ripe until June and at other times of the year the goats are induced to climb the trees for the benefit of tourists. The kernels of the Argan nuts contain a valuable oil, which has beneficial properties when consumed by humans, and are avidly harvested.
Keywords: Africa, bizarre, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7582
Morocco: tree-climbing goats on the road to Essaouira. The goats climb a particular species of tree, the Argan (Argania spinosa) to eat the nuts which are embedded in a layer of pulp. However the nuts are not ripe until June and at other times of the year the goats are induced to climb the trees for the benefit of tourists. The kernels of the Argan nuts contain a valuable oil, which has beneficial properties when consumed by humans, and are avidly harvested.
Keywords: Africa, bizarre, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7581
Morocco, Marakech: the floodlit minaret of the Koutoubia mosque at sunset, with the carriage stand in the Place Jemaa el-Fnaa in the foreground.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, shopping

PMR-D7580
Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. The food stalls burst into life in the evening and are popular with tourists and locals alike for their traditional dishes.
Keywords: Africa, eating, meals, square, medina, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture

PMR-D7579
Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. The food stalls burst into life in the evening and are popular with tourists and locals alike for their traditional dishes.
Keywords: Africa, eating, meals, square, medina, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture

PMR-D7578
Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. The food stalls burst into life in the evening and are popular with tourists and locals alike for their traditional dishes.
Keywords: Africa, eating, meals, square, medina, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture

PMR-D7577
Morocco, Marakech: one of many colourful horse-drawn carriages which serve the public around the Place Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, transport

PMR-D7576
Morocco, Marakech: one of many colourful horse-drawn carriages which serve the public around the Place Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, transport

PMR-D7575
Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. Water-sellers in their traditional colourful costumes, with a string of polished brass drinking vessels, nowadays limit their trade to posing for tourist cameras.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, square, medina, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture

PMR-D7574
Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. Water-sellers in their traditional colourful costumes, with a string of polished brass drinking vessels, nowadays limit their trade to posing for tourist cameras.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, square, medina, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture

PMR-D7573
Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found. A fresh-fruit stallholder displays his wares with traditional precision.
Keywords: Africa, square, medina, tradition, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture

PMR-D7572
Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found.
Keywords: Africa, square, medina, tradition, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture

PMR-D7571
Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found.
Keywords: Africa, square, medina, tradition, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture

PMR-D7570
Morocco, Marakech: Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, the long-established and loudly bustling heart of Marakech, where snake charmers, fortune-tellers, water-sellers, story-tellers, street-traders and food stalls are always to be found.
Keywords: Africa, square, medina, tradition, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture

PMR-D7569
Morocco, Marakech: one of many horse-drawn carriages which serve the public around the Place Jemaa el-Fnaa, with the colourful shrubs of the Koutoubia Gardens in the background.
Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, transport

PMR-D7568
Morocco, Marakech: in-situ re-shoeing a horse of one of the many colourful horse-drawn carriages which serve the public around the Place Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Keywords: Africa, well-shod, horseshoe, transport, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh

PMR-D7567
Morocco, Marakech: one of many colourful horse-drawn carriages which serve the public around the Place Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Keywords: Africa, transport, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh

PMR-D7566
Morocco, Marakech: a striking jacaranda tree (Jacaranda mimosifolia) in full bloom near the Koutoubia Gardens,
Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, colourful, botanical, flowers

PMR-D7565
Morocco, Marakech: the minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque, 77 metres high, is the largest and best known in the city. Built of local sandstone in the reign of Berber Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184-1199), it replaced an identical mosque on an adjacent site, little of which remains.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh

PMR-D7564
Morocco, Marakech: the minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque, 77 metres high, is the largest and best known in the city. Built of local sandstone in the reign of Berber Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184-1199), it replaced an identical mosque on an adjacent site, little of which remains.
Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, colourful, architecture, historic, national heritage

PMR-D7563
Morocco, Marakech: the minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque, 77 metres high, is the largest and best known in the city. Built of local sandstone in the reign of Berber Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184-1199), it replaced an identical mosque on an adjacent site, little of which remains.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh

PMR-D7562
Morocco, Marakech: the minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque, 77 metres high, is the largest and best known in the city. Built of local sandstone in the reign of Berber Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184-1199), it replaced an identical mosque on an adjacent site, little of which remains.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh

PMR-D7561
Morocco, Marakech: the minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque, 77 metres high, is the largest and best known in the city. Built of local sandstone in the reign of Berber Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184-1199), it replaced an identical mosque on an adjacent site, little of which remains. A jacaranda tree is flowering in the foreground.
Keywords: Africa, national heritage, historic, architecture, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh

PMR-D7560
Morocco, Marakech: flowering shrubs provide a riot of colour in the Koutoubia Gardens.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh

PMR-D7559
Morocco, Marakech: a dazzling display of pewter kettles on offer in the soukhs (bazaar).
Keywords: Africa, artisan, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, shopping

PMR-D7558
Morocco, Marakech: traditional finely engraved beaten copper and brass trays on offer in the soukhs (bazaar).
Keywords: Africa, artisan, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, shopping

PMR-D7557
Morocco, Marakech: a metalworker in the soukhs (bazaar).
Keywords: Africa, artisan, shopping, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, colourful

PMR-D7556
Morocco, Marakech: a lighting shop in the soukhs (bazaar).
Keywords: Africa, colourful, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, shopping

PMR-D7555
Morocco, Marakech: in the soukhs (bazaar).
Keywords: Africa, shopping, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, colourful

PMR-D7554
Morocco, Marakech: colourful terraces built on to the roof of a house in the medina.
Keywords: Africa, culture, architecture, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb

PMR-D7553
Morocco, Marakech: typical street scene in the medina.
Keywords: Africa, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh

PMR-D7552
Morocco, Marakech: buying vegetables from a street trader in the medina.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh, selling

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

PMR-D7550
Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. A memorial stele honours them in a corner of the gardens.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, artistic, botanical, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh

PMR-D7549
Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. A tall flowering tree with yellow blooms.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, artistic, botanical, culture, Maghreb, Muslim, Islam, Marakesh

PMR-D7548
Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. Part of the extensive collection of cacti, with the museum/cafe, painted in "Majorelle Blue", in the background.
Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, botanical, artistic, colourful

PMR-D7547
Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. Vivid red flowers of a bougainvillea shrub.
Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, botanical, artistic, colourful

PMR-D7546
Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. Yellow flowers on an acacia tree.
Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, botanical, artistic, colourful

PMR-D7545
Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. The goldfish pool, with "Majorelle Blue" surround.
Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, botanical, artistic, colourful

PMR-D7544
Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. Turtles share the pool with goldfish.
Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, botanical, artistic, colourful

PMR-D7543
Morocco, Marakech: Majorelle Garden, created by Jacques Majorelle, starting in 1923. It was bought by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in the 1980s and replanned. The predominant shade of blue was patented by Majorelle and bears his name. Reflections of the palm trees in the water lily pool.
Keywords: Africa, Marakesh, Islam, Muslim, Maghreb, culture, botanical, artistic, colourful

PMR-D7542
Morocco: flowers of the Yellow Trumpetbush (Tecoma stans) in Marakesh.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, botany, bush, shrub, Maghreb

PMR-D7541
Morocco, Telouet: a young Berber may have potential as a future percussion artist.
Keywords: Africa, street urchin, boy, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7540
Morocco, Telouet: a young Berber may have potential as a future percussion artist.
Keywords: Africa, children, street urchin, boy, artistic, culture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

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

PMR-D7538
House Bunting (Emberiza sahari) (male) in Telouet, Morocco, at 1800 metres.
Keywords: Emberizidae, passerine, bird, ornithology, wildlife, nature

PMR-D7537
House Bunting (Emberiza sahari) (female) in Telouet, Morocco, at 1800 metres.
Keywords: Emberizidae, passerine, bird, ornithology, wildlife, nature

PMR-D7536
House Bunting (Emberiza sahari) (female) in Telouet, Morocco, at 1800 metres.
Keywords: Emberizidae, passerine, bird, ornithology, wildlife, nature

PMR-D7535
Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Polychrome mosaics on a domed ceiling will soon be in need of restoration.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7534
Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Intricate "stalactite" stucco decoration over the archways.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic, artistic

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

PMR-D7531
Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Intricate "stalactite" stucco decoration over the archways.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic, artistic

PMR-D7529
Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Pattern used for the polychrome tiling.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7528
Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Cedarwood was used for the carved doors and ceiling frieze and polychrome faience tiles adorn the walls.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7527
Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
Cedarwood was used for the carved doors and ceiling frieze.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7526
Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
The walls and column arches are covered with the finest stucco work.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic, artistic

PMR-D7525
Morocco, Telouet: the Palace of Glaoui on the caravan route from the Sahara to Marakesh over the High Atlas Mountains was the home of the wealthy Glaoui family. Built in the 1860s and extended in the early 20th century, no cost was spared on the interior decoration. It lies at 1800 metres a.s.l. near the Berber village of Telouet.
A House Bunting made its nest in one of the filigree stucco lamp-holders.
Keywords: Africa, artistic, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7524
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: a grove of conifers in the wild scenery of Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l.
Keywords: Africa, trees, colourful, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque

PMR-D7523
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: sure-footed sheep in search of grass on the barren rocks in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7522
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: sure-footed sheep in search of grass on the barren rocks in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7521
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: wild scenery in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l.
Traces of chalk, washed out of the rock strata above.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, geology, colourful

PMR-D7520
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: caterpillars of the Pine Processionary Moth (Thaumetopoea pityocampa) crossing the road in procession in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l.
Keywords: lepidoptera, wildlife, nature, larva, insect, Thaumetopoeidae

PMR-D7519
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: wild scenery in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic

PMR-D7518
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: wild scenery in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) at about 1800 metres a.s.l.
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7517
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: a Berber village in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) , showing some of the more recent housing, and the green vegetation of the oasis.
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7516
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: a Berber village in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley) , showing some of the more recent housing.
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7515
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: a Berber village in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley)
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic

PMR-D7514
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley), winding its green way through the barren mountains, with a Berber village in the distance.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, geology, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7513
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley), winding its green way through the barren mountains, Cultivated fields are found even in narrow gorges.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, geology, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7512
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley), winding its green way through the barren mountains, with a Berber village in the distance.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, geology, picturesque

PMR-D7511
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: a Berber village in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley)
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic

PMR-D7510
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: a Berber village in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley)
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7509
Morocco, High Atlas Mountains: barren landscape beyond the green oasis in Ouad Ounila ( Ounila river-valley).
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, colourful, geology, picturesque

PMR-D7508
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". Entrance to a restored house, "Dar el Hata", which also houses a cafe.
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO

PMR-D7507
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". Inside a restored house, "Dar el Hata", showing the dining niche of the second-floor living room.
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO

PMR-D7506
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". Inside a restored house, "Dar el Hata", showing the second-floor living room.
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO

PMR-D7505
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". Inside a restored house, "Dar el Hata", showing the stairway to the second floor.
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO

PMR-D7504
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". Part of the old town from above, with the river in the background.
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO

PMR-D7503
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". View from the top of the hill, showing defense wall, with the new town beyond.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, fortifications, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic

PMR-D7502
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". View from the top of the hill, showing defense wall, with the new town beyond.
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO

PMR-D7501
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". View through a gap in the wall of the medina.
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO

PMR-D7500
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". View of the medina with its defensive walls.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, fortifications, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque, architecture, culture, national heritage, historic

PMR-D7499
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator". View of the medina, with the modern town on the left.
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO

PMR-D7498
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Ait Benhaddou, a carefully restored ksar or fortified kasbah of adobe, spreads picturesquely up a hill crowned by a fortress. It has been used in the making of numerous films, including "Sodom and Gomorrha" , "Lawrence of Arabia", "Alexander the Great" and "Gladiator".
Keywords: Africa, historic, national heritage, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, UNESCO

PMR-D7497
Morocco: Kasbah Taourirt, residence of Glaoui Pasha, built at the beginning of the 20th century, has appeared in a number of films. Souvenir hunters are also catered for.
Keywords: Africa, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, bastions

PMR-D7496
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Kasbah Taourirt, residence of Glaoui Pasha, built at the beginning of the 20th century, has appeared in a number of films.
Keywords: Africa, culture, architecture, picturesque, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, fortifications, bastions

PMR-D7495
Morocco, Ouarzazate: Kasbah Taourirt, residence of Glaoui Pasha, built at the beginning of the 20th century, has appeared in a number of films.
Keywords: Africa, bastions, fortifications, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, picturesque, architecture, culture

PMR-D7494
Morocco, Ouarzazate: this antiques shop has an eclectic selection of objets to quicken the pulse of every collector.
Keywords: Africa, junk shop, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, culture

PMR-D7493
Morocco, Ouad Dades (Dades Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, with a glimpse of the snow-covered High Atlas peaks in the distance.
Keywords: Africa, landscape, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7492
Morocco, Tineghir: walking in the luxuriant vegetation of the oasis near the river Todra
Keywords: Africa, date palms, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields

PMR-D7491
Morocco, Tineghir: life springs eternal!
Keywords: Africa, spring's herald, spring, drought, isolated, survivor, lonely, alone, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, fields

PMR-D7490
Morocco, Tineghir: walking in the luxuriant vegetation of the oasis near the river Todra. Many Berber villages are being abandoned for more modern accommodation, and the adobe walls are crumbling.
Keywords: Africa, fields, crops, oasis, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape

PMR-D7489
Morocco, Tineghir: walking in the luxuriant vegetation of the oasis near the river Todra. Many Berber villages are being abandoned for more modern accommodation, and the adobe walls are crumbling.
Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields

PMR-D7488
Morocco, Tineghir: walking in the luxuriant vegetation of the oasis near the river Todra
Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields

PMR-D7487
Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river.
Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields

PMR-D7486
Morocco, House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) in the Todrs Gorge.
Keywords: Africa, ornithology, bird, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7485
Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, Here the river flows through the Todra Gorge, whose walls rise 300 metres, and which is only 10 metres wide in some places.
Keywords: Africa, shady, rocky, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature

PMR-D7484
Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, Here the river flows through the Todra Gorge, whose walls rise 300 metres, and which is only 10 metres wide in some places.
Keywords: Africa, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, rocky, shady

PMR-D7483
Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, Here the river flows through the Todra Gorge, whose walls rise 300 metres, and which is only 10 metres wide in some places. The hotel on the far shore was destroyed by a rock fall some years ago but has been partially rebuilt.
Keywords: Africa, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, rocky, shady

PMR-D7482
Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river. In the foreground a row of colourful fabrics offered by a roadside trader.
Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields, date palms

PMR-D7481
Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river.
Keywords: Africa, date palms, fields, crops, oasis, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape

PMR-D7480
Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river.
Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields, date palms

PMR-D7479
Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river.
Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, oasis, crops, fields, date palms

PMR-D7478
Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river.
Keywords: Africa, date palms, fields, crops, oasis, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape

PMR-D7477
Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range. A deserted Berber village of adobe buildings.
Keywords: Africa, fields, crops, oasis, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape

PMR-D7476
Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river.
Keywords: Africa, fields, crops, oasis, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape

PMR-D7475
Morocco, Ouad Todhra (Todra Valley) between the High Atlas Mountains and the Jebel Saghro range, where the fertile ground is extensively cultivated, and a string of Berber villages follows the river.
Keywords: Africa, fields, crops, oasis, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape

PMR-D7474
Morocco, sea holly (Eryngium sp.)
Keywords: Africa, phytography, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, nature, wildflowers, plants, botany

PMR-D7473
Morocco, Rissani: a display of traditional Moroccan carpets, with accompanying individual verbal descriptions.
Keywords: Africa, selling, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7472
Morocco, Rissani: pouring glasses of Berber tea, which should have a good head of foam.
Keywords: Africa, arab drinks, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7471
Morocco, Rissani: Ksar Abouam, a former Alaouite Wasir's fortified village dating from the 19th century, recently restored by UNESCO. This was inhabited by a whole self-contained community with granaries, mosque and hammam. The Alaouite dynasty, which has ruled Morocco since 1631, originated here.
The well, in the main courtyard.
Keywords: Africa, tradition, culture, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7470
Morocco, Rissani: Ksar Abouam, a former Alaouite Wasir's fortified village dating from the 19th century, recently restored by UNESCO. This was inhabited by a whole self-contained community with granaries, mosque and hammam. The Alaouite dynasty, which has ruled Morocco since 1631, originated here.
A typical studded door with tiled surround.
Keywords: Africa, tradition, culture, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7469
Morocco, Rissani: buying vegetables in the food market.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, jellabah, selling, trading

PMR-D7468
Morocco, Rissani: fruit stalls in the food market.
Keywords: Africa, jellabah, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7467
Morocco, Rissani: black-face sheep at the sheep and goat market.
Keywords: Africa, livestock, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7466
Morocco, Rissani: the sheep and goat market.
Keywords: Africa, livestock, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7465
Morocco, Ammonites, Trilobites, Goniatites, Orthoceras and other fossils displayed for sale at a location near Rissani where coral reefs used to exist in the Devonian period, 410-355 million years ago.
Keywords: Africa, excavations, archeology, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7464
Morocco, Berber tent near the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7463
Morocco, camel train at dawn in the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, dromedaries

PMR-D7462
Morocco, an early camel train in the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert.
Keywords: Africa, dromedaries, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7461
Morocco, an early camel train in the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert.
Keywords: Africa, dromedaries, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7460
Morocco, Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7459
Morocco, camel train at dawn in the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert.
Keywords: Africa, dromedaries, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7458
Morocco, camels at dawn in the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert.
Keywords: Africa, silhouettes, dromedaries, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7457
Morocco, camel train at dawn in the Erg Chebbi sanddunes on the edge of the Sahara desert.
Keywords: Africa, silhouettes, dromedaries, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7456
Morocco, Middle Atlas Mountains: Ouadi Ziz (Ziz River Valley), overlooking the Tafilalet river oasis system where over 700,000 date palm trees grow. A Berber village in the forground.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape

PMR-D7455
Morocco, Middle Atlas Mountains: Ouadi Ziz (Ziz River Valley), overlooking the Tafilalet river oasis system where over 700,000 date palm trees grow. A Berber village in the forground.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape

PMR-D7454
Morocco, Middle Atlas Mountains: Ouadi Ziz (Ziz River Valley), overlooking the Tafilalet river oasis system where over 700,000 date palm trees grow.
Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7453
Morocco, Middle Atlas Mountains: Zaabal Tunnel in the Ziz River canyon was hacked out of the rock by French legionnaires without the use of any special tools.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature, landscape

PMR-D7452
Morocco, Middle Atlas Mountains: the rocky, barren Ziz river canyon near 2000 metres a.s.l.
Keywords: Africa, landscape, nature, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7451
Morocco, Jebel Habri: a curious cat.
Keywords: Africa, pets, feline, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7450
Morocco, Jebel Habri: the Atlas Cedars (Cedrus atlanticus) in the Middle Atlas Mountains grow to 30-35 metres, but their extent is now much reduced.
Keywords: Africa, cedarwood, woodland, trees, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, nature

PMR-D7449
Morocco, Jebel Habri: Barbary Macaques or Magots(Macaca sylvanus) in the Middle Atlas Mountains.
Keywords: Africa, nature, wildlife, monkeys, apes, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7448
Morocco, Jebel Habri: Barbary Macaques or Magots(Macaca sylvanus) in the Middle Atlas Mountains.
Keywords: Africa, nature, wildlife, monkeys, apes, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7447
Morocco, Jebel Habri: Barbary Macaques or Magots(Macaca sylvanus) in the Middle Atlas Mountains.
Keywords: Africa, nature, wildlife, monkeys, apes, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim

PMR-D7446
Flowers of Storksbill (Erodium malacoides) at Ifrane, Middle Atlas Mountains, Morocco, 1650 metres.
Keywords: spring, trees, shrubs, plants, phytography, fragrant, botany, wild flowers, nature, High Atlas

PMR-D7445
Flowers of Chamois Ragwort (Senecio doronicum) at Ifrane, Middle Atlas Mountains, Morocco, 1650 metres.
Keywords: spring, High Atlas, trees, shrubs, plants, phytography, fragrant, botany, wild flowers, nature

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

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

PMR-D7442
Morocco, Ifrane: a cool summer resort, lying at 1650 metres, built by wealthy French residents in the 1930s, could be taken for southern France. The landscaped central park is surrounded by modern shops and cafes.
Keywords: Africa, Middle Atlas, High Atlas, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, desirable residences

PMR-D7441
Morocco, Ifrane: a cool summer resort, lying at 1650 metres, built by wealthy French residents in the 1930s, could be taken for southern France. The landscaped central park is surrounded by modern shops and cafes.
Keywords: Africa, Middle Atlas, desirable residences, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb

PMR-D7440
Morocco, Fez: western entrance for traffic through the towering city walls.
Keywords: Africa, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7439
Morocco, Fez: Bab el-Mahrouk, the principal western gate to the medina of Fez el-Bali, was built in the 12th century. Outside the gate, market stalls are usually to be found.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7438
Morocco, Fez: Bab Boujeloud, the western gate to the medina of Fez el-Bali, was built in 1913. It is conveniently situated for the bus and taxi terminals and tourist hotels.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7437
Morocco, Fez: built in the 11th century, the Chouara Tannery today uses the same traditional methods of tanning sheep, goat and cowhides for the local leather industry. The round stone vessels contain dyes and urine for softening the hides. Despite the smells it is one of the city's main tourist attractions.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic

PMR-D7436
Morocco, Fez: built in the 11th century, the Chouara Tannery today uses the same traditional methods of tanning sheep, goat and cowhides for the local leather industry. The round stone vessels contain dyes and urine for softening the hides. Despite the smells it is one of the city's main tourist attractions.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic

PMR-D7435
Morocco, Fez: built in the 11th century, the Chouara Tannery today uses the same traditional methods of tanning sheep, goat and cowhides for the local leather industry. The round stone vessels contain dyes and urine for softening the hides. Despite the smells it is one of the city's main tourist attractions.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic

PMR-D7434
Morocco, Fez: built in the 11th century, the Chouara Tannery today uses the same traditional methods of tanning sheep, goat and cowhides for the local leather industry. The round stone vessels contain dyes and urine for softening the hides. Despite the smells it is one of the city's main tourist attractions.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic

PMR-D7433
Morocco, Fez: passage to interior courtyard of Zaouia Mosque and Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II, the founder of the city, dating from the 13th century and one of the country's leading centres of pilgrimage.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7432
Morocco, Fez: Interior courtyard of Zaouia Mosque and Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II, the founder of the city, dating from the 13th century and one of the country's leading centres of pilgrimage.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7431
Morocco, Fez: Interior of Zaouia Mosque and Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II, the founder of the city, dating from the 13th century and one of the country's leading centres of pilgrimage.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic, national heritage, culture, picturesque

PMR-D7430
Morocco, Fez: a primary school class of young Moroccans.
Keywords: Africa, teaching, pieducation, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7429
Morocco, Fez: colourful glass lamps on offer in a soukh.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, lighting

PMR-D7428
Morocco, Fez: Interior courtyard of the Medrasa (Koran School) Bou Inania, founded by the Merinid Sultan Abu Inan. It has similarities with the one of the same name in Meknes, also having cedarwood carvings.
Keywords: Africa, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7427
Morocco, Fez: Interior courtyard of the Medrasa (Koran School) Bou Inania, founded by the Merinid Sultan Abu Inan. It has similarities with the one of the same name in Meknes, also having cedarwood carvings.
Keywords: Africa, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7426
Morocco, Fez: Interior courtyard of the Medrasa (Koran School) Bou Inania, founded by the Merinid Sultan Abu Inan. It has similarities with the one of the same name in Meknes, also having cedarwood carvings.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic, national heritage, culture

PMR-D7425
Morocco, Fez: Bab el Jdid, a recent addition to the ranks of city gates.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, Islam, Muslim, Fes, historic, national heritage, culture, picturesque

PMR-D7424
Morocco, Fez: gate to the medina and defence walls.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7423
Morocco, Fez: panoramic view of of Fez el Bali from the Burj Sud.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7422
Morocco, Fez: panoramic view of of Fez el Bali from the Burj Sud.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7421
Morocco, Fez: panoramic view of of Fez el Bali from the Burj Sud.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7420
Morocco, Fez: panoramic view from the Burj Sud of the medina of Fez el Bali with the minarets of the Kaiarouine Mosque and the Zaouira Moulay Idriss II (behind) where he is buried.
Keywords: Africa, picturesque, culture, national heritage, historic, Fes, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, royal city, UNESCO

PMR-D7419
Morocco, Fez: one of the tiled gateway arches providing entry to the medina.
Keywords: Africa, culture, national heritage, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, colourful, Islam, Muslim, Fes

PMR-D7418
Morocco, Fez: facade of the Alaouite Royal Palace (Dar al Makhzen).
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, royal city, Maghreb, colourful, Islam, Muslim, Fes

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

PMR-D7416
Morocco, Meknes: the Moroccan flag with five-pointed star symbolising the five pillars of Islam.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, colourful, Maghreb, royal city

PMR-D7415
Morocco, Meknes: multicoloured ceramic condiment holders are popular with tourists.
Keywords: Africa, symetry, patterns, colourful, bazaar, soukh, Maghreb, royal city

PMR-D7414
Morocco, Meknes: displays of fruit are painstakingly arranged to appeal to the clientele.
Keywords: Africa, symetry, patterns, colourful, bazaar, soukh, Maghreb, royal city

PMR-D7413
Morocco, Meknes: displays of fruit are painstakingly arranged to appeal to the clientele.
Keywords: Africa, symetry, patterns, colourful, bazaar, soukh, Maghreb, royal city

PMR-D7412
Morocco, Meknes: live tortoises in the food market.
Keywords: Africa, soukh, bazaar, Maghreb, royal city

PMR-D7411
Morocco, Meknes: inside a clothing supplier in a soukh. The embroidery-work is mostly done by men.
Keywords: Africa, royal city, culture, Maghreb, rag trade, dress

PMR-D7410
Morocco, Meknes: inside a clothing supplier in a soukh. The embroidery-work is mostly done by men.
Keywords: Africa, royal city, culture, Maghreb, rag trade, dress

PMR-D7409
Morocco, Meknes: minaret of the Grande Mosque from the roof of the Medrasa Bou Inania.
Keywords: Africa, Muslim, Islam, Maghreb, culture, historic, national heritage, architecture, royal city

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

PMR-D7407
Morocco, Meknes: part of the carved cedar roof and intricately decorated walls of the courtyard of the Medrasa Bou Inania, built in 1345 by the Marinid sultans Abu al-Hasan and Abu Inan.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, culture, historic, national heritage, fortifications, architecture, royal city, koran-school

PMR-D7406
Morocco, Meknes: an intricately carved panel which adorns the courtyard of the Medrasa Bou Inania, built in 1345 by the Marinid sultans Abu al-Hasan and Abu Inan.
Keywords: Africa, koran-school, royal city, architecture, fortifications, national heritage, historic, culture, Maghreb

PMR-D7405
Morocco, Meknes: carved cedar screen and part of the cedar roof and intricately decorated walls of the courtyard of the Medrasa Bou Inania, built in 1345 by the Marinid sultans Abu al-Hasan and Abu Inan.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, culture, historic, national heritage, fortifications, architecture, royal city, koran-school

PMR-D7404
Morocco, Meknes: large expanse of the Place el Hedim, the far side of which leads to the soukhs.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, culture, historic, national heritage, fortifications, architecture, royal city

PMR-D7403
Morocco, Meknes: wall of the medina from Place el Hedim with the row of adjoining kiosks, introduced more recently.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, culture, historic, national heritage, fortifications, architecture, royal city

PMR-D7402
Morocco, Meknes: part of the mighty arcaded city wall which has been extensively restored.
Keywords: Africa, royal city, architecture, fortifications, national heritage, historic, culture, Maghreb

PMR-D7401
Morocco, Meknes: a green park, popular with picnickers, with the mighty arcaded city wall in the background.
Keywords: Africa, royal city, Maghreb, culture, historic, national heritage, fortifications, architecture

PMR-D7400
Morocco, Moulay-Idriss: the original town was largely built with stones taken from the nearby Roman city of Volubilis. It grew up around the mausoleum of Idriss I, founder of the first arab dynasty in Morocco, which is a magnet for pilgrims.
Keywords: Africa, culture, national heritage, historic, panorama, hill-town, Maghreb

PMR-D7399
Morocco: Volubilis Museum, some of the 900 sandstone steles deposited by the faithfull in "Temple B", on the left bank of Wadi Fertassa. These are mostly low reliefs and engravings depicting worshippers making offerings in a religious act.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, excavations, stone-carving, culture, historic, classical architecture, national heritage, Roman architecture, archeological site, UNESCO

PMR-D7398
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. The Decumanus Maximus, looking north east, with the Tingis (Tangier) Gate at the far end.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, archeological site, Roman architecture, national heritage, classical architecture, historic, culture, stone-carving, excavations, Maghreb

PMR-D7397
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. An arched facade on the Decumanus Maximus.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, excavations, stone-carving, culture, historic, classical architecture, national heritage, Roman architecture, archeological site, UNESCO

PMR-D7396
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. Mosaic of a dolphin and fishes in the North Baths (Thermen), whose water was supplied by the aqueduct.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, excavations, stone-carving, culture, historic, classical architecture, national heritage, Roman architecture, archeological site, UNESCO

PMR-D7395
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. Interior of the North Baths (Thermen) supplied by the aqueduct.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, archeological site, Roman architecture, national heritage, classical architecture, historic, culture, stone-carving, excavations, Maghreb

PMR-D7394
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. Mosaic on the floor of the North Baths (Thermen) whose water was supplied by the aqueduct.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, excavations, stone-carving, culture, historic, classical architecture, national heritage, Roman architecture, archeological site, UNESCO

PMR-D7393
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. Interior of the North Baths (Thermen) supplied by the aqueduct.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, excavations, stone-carving, culture, historic, classical architecture, national heritage, Roman architecture, archeological site, UNESCO

PMR-D7392
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. Mosaic of Bacchus encountering the sleeping Ariadne in the House of the Ephebe.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, archeological site, Roman architecture, national heritage, classical architecture, historic, culture, stone-carving, excavations, Maghreb

PMR-D7391
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. Mosaic of Bacchus encountering the sleeping Ariadne in the House of the Ephebe.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, excavations, stone-carving, culture, historic, classical architecture, national heritage, Roman architecture, archeological site, UNESCO

PMR-D7390
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. Some of the remaining columns surrounding the pool in the House of Columns.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, archeological site, Roman architecture, national heritage, classical architecture, historic, culture, stone-carving, excavations, Maghreb

PMR-D7389
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. Sole remaining "twisted" Corinthian column in the House of Columns.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, archeological site, Roman architecture, national heritage, classical architecture, historic, culture, stone-carving, excavations, Maghreb

PMR-D7388
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. The (reconstructed) Triumphal Arch of Caracalla, built in 217 AD by the governor of the city. It stands at the end of the Decumanus Maximus.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, archeological site, Roman architecture, national heritage, classical architecture, historic, culture, stone-carving, excavations, Maghreb

PMR-D7387
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. The (reconstructed) Triumphal Arch of Caracalla, built in 217 AD by the governor of the city. It stands at the end of the Decumanus Maximus.
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, archeological site, Roman architecture, national heritage, classical architecture, historic, culture, stone-carving, excavations, Maghreb

PMR-D7386
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. Ruins of the Capitoline Temple, reconstructed in 218 AD, and dedicated to Jupiter, Juno and Minerva.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, excavations, stone-carving, culture, historic, classical architecture, national heritage, Roman architecture, archeological site, UNESCO

PMR-D7385
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. Ruins of the Basilica, built in the third century AD, and probably modelled on the basilica in Leptis Magna (Libya).
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, excavations, stone-carving, culture, historic, classical architecture, national heritage, Roman architecture, archeological site, UNESCO

PMR-D7384
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. Unidentified carved columns.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, excavations, stone-carving, culture, historic, classical architecture, national heritage, Roman architecture, archeological site, UNESCO

PMR-D7383
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. Dolphins and other sea creatures are pictured in this mosaic in the atrium of the House of Orpheus.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, excavations, stone-carving, culture, historic, classical architecture, national heritage, Roman architecture, archeological site, UNESCO

PMR-D7382
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. A mosaic depicting Orpheus playing his lute, surrounded by African wildlife ( House of Orpheus).
Keywords: Africa, UNESCO, archeological site, Roman architecture, national heritage, classical architecture, historic, culture, stone-carving, excavations, Maghreb

PMR-D7381
Morocco: Volubilis, a Roman city built on the site of the Berber and Carthaginian settlements in the first century AD, was originally the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Much of the stonework was taken in the 18th century for the building of Meknes. General view, with the Capitoline Temple and Basilica (and storks' nest!) in the foreground.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, excavations, stone-carving, culture, historic, classical architecture, national heritage, Roman architecture, archeological site, UNESCO

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

PMR-D7379
Morocco: typical fresh bread (khobz) on sale at a market near Ouezzane.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, food, bakery products, loaves, crusty, customer

PMR-D7378
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Panorama view of the old quarter in the walled medina.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D7377
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Vioew over the town from the modern quarter.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D7376
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

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

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

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

PMR-D7372
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. In the centre of the medina is the bustling Place Outa el Hammam, dominated by the surrounding mountains.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D7371
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. In the centre of the medina is the bustling Place Outa el Hammam, dominated by the surrounding mountains.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D7370
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. A shop selling brightly-coloured fabrics dsplays them on the street.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D7369
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. Potted plants are universally popular.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D7368
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. An orange-juice stall provides a splash of colour.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D7367
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. Cats are welcome.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D7366
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. A typical studded door with tiled surround.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D7365
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D7364
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed. Squeezed between facades, this house almost resembles a tower.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

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

PMR-D7362
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D7361
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D7360
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains. Traditionally, the houses and walls in the narrow, winding streets of the old town are blue-washed.
Keywords: Africa, colourful, picturesque, Maghreb

PMR-D7359
Morocco: Chefchaouen: the ancient town, founded in 1471, lies on the edge of the Rif mountains.
Keywords: Africa, Maghreb, picturesque, panorama, landscape, hills, countryside

PMR-D7358
Morocco: Nakhla dam, with part of the resulting reservoir, Barage Ennakhla.
Keywords: picturesque, renewable energy, hydro-electric, Africa, Maghreb

PMR-D7357
Morocco: Nakhla dam, with part of the resulting reservoir, Barage Ennakhla.
Keywords: picturesque, renewable energy, hydro-electric, Africa, Maghreb

PMR-D7356
Morocco: the impressive modern shopping centre, Al Mandri.
Keywords: Africa, architecture, Maghreb

PMR-D7355
Morocco, M'Diq: colourful salon d'art on the main street.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, artistic, Africa, Maghreb, holiday

PMR-D7354
Morocco, M'Diq: cat-nap in the sun.
Keywords: pets, dozing, kitten

PMR-D7353
Morocco, M'Diq: view of the main shopping street, a pedestrian zone.
Keywords: picturesque, holiday, Maghreb, Africa, street scene, architecture

PMR-D7352
Morocco, M'Diq: view of the wide, sandy beach, ideal for bathing.
Keywords: picturesque, Africa, Maghreb, holiday

PMR-D7351
Morocco, M'Diq: view of the bay with the Hotel L'Orizon standing on stilts in glass-clear water.
Keywords: picturesque, Africa, Maghreb, holiday, accommodation

PMR-D7350
Morocco, M'Diq: Hotel L'Orizon stands on stilts in the sandy bay.
Keywords: picturesque, Africa, Maghreb, holiday, accommodation

PMR-D7349
Spain, Ceuta: the harbour of the autonomous city of Ceuta with catamaran ferryboat of Balearia disembarking passengers.
Keywords: Africa, port, architecture, quayside, ferryboat, shipping , docks, Maghreb

PMR-D7348
Spain, Ceuta: entering the harbour of the autonomous city of Ceuta.
Keywords: Africa, port, Maghreb, docks, shipping , ferryboat, quayside

PMR-D7347
Spain, Andalusia, Algeciras: ferryboat "La Surprise" of Lineas Suardiaz entering the harbour at first light.
Keywords: shipping, dawn

PMR-D7346
Spain, Andalusia, Algeciras: catamaran ferry "Avemar Dos" of Balearia Ferries entering the harbour at first light.
Keywords: shipping, dawn, ferryboat

PMR-D7345
Spain, Andalusia, Algeciras: container ship "Maersk Coumbus" being loaded by crane.
Keywords: shipping, port, freight, import/export, trade, mercantile

PMR-D7344
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Tuareg at the camp fire after dark.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, Imuhar

PMR-D7343
Algeria, Illizi, Djanet: unusual rock formations in Wadi Terharhart
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7342
Algeria, Illizi, Djanet: unusual rock formations in Wadi Terharhart
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7341
Algeria, Illizi, Djanet: unusual rock formations in Wadi Terharhart
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7340
Algeria, Illizi, Djanet: unusual rock formations in Wadi Terharhart
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7339
Algeria, Illizi, Djanet: neolithic rockart - engravings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: drinking cows in Wadi Terharhart, popularly known as "la vache qui pleure" ("the crying cow").
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7338
Algeria, Illizi, Djanet: neolithic rockart - engravings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: drinking cows in Wadi Terharhart, popularly known as "la vache qui pleure" ("the crying cow").
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7337
Algeria, Illizi, Djanet: view over the town (population ca 14,000) from the fortified old town.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, Imuhar

PMR-D7336
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7335
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet with expedition vehicle in the foreground.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7334
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7333
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7332
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7331
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7330
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7329
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7328
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7327
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7326
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Nidua fringe-fingered lizard (Acanthodactylus scutellatus).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, reptile, fauna, wildlife

PMR-D7325
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7324
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7323
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7322
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7321
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7320
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7319
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7318
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7317
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7316
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7315
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7314
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7313
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7312
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7311
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7310
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7309
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7308
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7307
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7306
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7305
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7304
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7303
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7302
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the forest of bizarre rock formations and sand dunes near Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7301
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: dawn over the camp site in the Erg Admer sand dunes.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7300
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Erg Admer.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7299
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a Tuareg driver relaxing in the shade of an acacia tree in the desert with nearby rock formations, not far from Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, ass, UNESCO

PMR-D7298
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a shady acacia tree in the desert with expeditionary vehicles, not far from Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, ass, UNESCO

PMR-D7297
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: semi-wild donkeys (Equus africanus) not far from Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, ass, UNESCO

PMR-D7296
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: semi-wild donkeys (Equus africanus) not far from Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, ass, UNESCO

PMR-D7295
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: leaving the area of the Tadrart Rouge mountains. A boundary marker, with Tuareg.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7294
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika.in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7293
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika.in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7292
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: "black" sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7291
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: ripple pattern on a sand dune of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7290
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: "black" sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7289
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7288
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: "black" sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7287
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: delicate sandstone strata exposed by the sand in the dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7286
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: tracks of a jackal in the sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7285
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7284
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Bitter Apple or Bitter Cucumber or Desert Gourd or Vine of Sodom (Colocynthis citrullus) (now Citrullus colocynthis) with tracks of nocturnal creatures in the sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, plant, flower, melon

PMR-D7283
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7282
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Tuareg camp fire in the sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains, by moonlight.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, Imuhar

PMR-D7281
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7280
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: whitening branch of a tree in the sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7279
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7278
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7277
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: ripples in a Tissetika sand dune in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7276
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7275
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7274
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7273
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations of Tissetika in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7272
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: strange rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7271
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: cave and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7270
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: arch-like rock formation in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7269
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Tuareg grave in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, burial-place

PMR-D7268
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7267
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7266
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7265
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7264
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7263
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - engraving believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: animated figure of an elephant in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7262
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - engraving believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: unusual representation of a fish in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7261
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7260
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7259
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7258
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7257
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7256
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7255
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7254
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7253
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7252
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7251
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - engraving believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: figure of a lion in the sand dunes of Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7250
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7249
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7248
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7247
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7246
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7245
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7244
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7243
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7242
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7241
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7240
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: tracks and trails of nocturnal sandworms and other creatures in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, fauna, tracks

PMR-D7239
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: trails of nocturnal sandworms (?) in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, fauna, tracks

PMR-D7238
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7237
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7236
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: group of Tuareg relaxing in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7235
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sunset over the camp site in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7234
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sunset over the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7233
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7232
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: camp site in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7231
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7230
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: camp site in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7229
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: camp site in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7228
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: camp site in the sand dunes at Tin Merzouga in the Tadrart mountains, the highest in the region.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7227
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7226
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: spines of the camelthorn tree (Acacia erioloba) or (Vachellia erioloba) in Wadi Bouhadian.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, flora

PMR-D7225
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the double arch of Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7224
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the double arch of Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7223
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the double arch of Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7222
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the double arch of Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7221
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of the double arch of Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7220
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the double arch of Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7219
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber camel train in Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, dromedary

PMR-D7218
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: part of a Berber camel train in Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, dromedary

PMR-D7217
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber camel train in Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, dromedary

PMR-D7216
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: elephant-like natural rock formation in Wadi Bouhadian in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7215
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: figure of a running man with spear, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

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

PMR-D7213
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: human figure with poised spear and square shield (?), in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7212
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: series of studies of human figures with spears, some running, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7211
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: "planning the route", with expedition vehicle and impressive rock formation in the background, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7210
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: camp site at Tilanfasa in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7209
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: series of dancing human figures, some with bow and arrow, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7208
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: figure of human wearing body paint (?), in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

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

PMR-D7206
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: view of the expedition cars from the mouth of a large cave at Tidrunag in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7205
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: inside a large cave at Tidrunag in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7204
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: view of the expedition cars from the mouth of a large cave at Tidrunag in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7203
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: abandoned Tuareg mortar and pestle in the mouth of a large cave at Tidrunag in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7202
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: figure of a giraffe, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

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

PMR-D7200
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: two human figures with two dogs, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7199
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Podaxis pistillaria, a widespread puffball fungus, after dispersal of its spores.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, mushroom, Wüsten-Tintlingsstäubling

PMR-D7198
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Bitter Apple or Bitter Cucumber or Desert Gourd or Vine of Sodom (Colocynthis citrullus) (now Citrullus colocynthis). Flowering seedling.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, plant, flower, melon

PMR-D7197
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Podaxis pistillaria, a widespread puffball fungus.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, mushroom, Wüsten-Tintlingsstäubling

PMR-D7196
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formation known as "The Hedgehog" in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7195
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah, figure of a tall human, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7194
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: pink flowers of Fagonia cretica.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, plant, flower, flora, spiny

PMR-D7193
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand patterns and rocks in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7192
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: under a shady acacia tree in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7191
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formations and acacia trees in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7190
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7189
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: expedition vehicles, parked near the Rock paintings in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7188
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: figures of humans with cows and horses, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7187
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: group of hunters with spears, some running, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7186
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: group of hunters with spears, one mounted on a horse, apparently using dogs to round up sheep or goats, in Wadi In Tehak in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7185
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7184
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7183
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Touareg drivers killing time in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7182
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the huge, natural "Arch of Tehak" in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7181
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7180
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the huge, natural "Arch of Tehak" in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7179
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the huge, natural "Arch of Tehak" in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7178
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the huge, natural "Arch of Tehak" in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7177
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7176
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7175
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7174
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7173
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: expedition cars and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7172
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7171
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7170
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7169
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: abandoned Tuareg stone mortar and pestle being used to shelter a desert ants' nest, in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar, stone tools, neolithic

PMR-D7168
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: claret flowers of a succulent-leaved bush.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, plant, flower, flora

PMR-D7167
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7166
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: trails left by nocturnal sand worms (?) in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7165
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7164
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: isolated grass plants growing in the dunes in Wadi In Djeran of the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7163
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7162
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7161
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: figure of a cow, in Wadi In Djeran,
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7160
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes, seen through a natural rock crevice in Wadi In Djeran of the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7159
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: bovine figure of aurochs (?), in Wadi In Djeran.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7158
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7157
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sand dunes and rock formations in Wadi In Djeran in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7156
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: figures of coital humans, in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes area,
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7155
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: figure of defaecating elephant, in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes area,
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7154
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: various studies of elephants with crowds of human figures, in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes area,
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7153
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Bitter Apple or Bitter Cucumber or Desert Gourd or Vine of Sodom (Colocynthis citrullus) (now Citrullus colocynthis).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, plant, flower, melon

PMR-D7152
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Bitter Apple or Bitter Cucumber or Desert Gourd or Vine of Sodom (Colocynthis citrullus) (now Citrullus colocynthis).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, plant, flower, melon

PMR-D7151
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: verdant grassland among the rock formations in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7150
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: figure of a cow, in the Moul N'Aga sand dune area.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7149
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: cow or antelope (?), in the Moul N'Aga sand dune area.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7148
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and rock formations in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7147
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: antelope with female sitting figure, in the Moul N'Aga sand dune area.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7146
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and rock formations in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7145
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and rock formations in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7144
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: stone mortars and pestles, and shards of decorated terracotta bowls, abandoned by nomadic Tuareg in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, Imuhar, stone tools, neolithic

PMR-D7143
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7142
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes with pool of water in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7141
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes with rock formations and acacia trees, pool of water in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7140
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes with acacia trees and pool of water in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7139
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: cracked bed of a dried-out pool in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7138
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and reflecting pool of water in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7137
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: drying out pools of water in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7136
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes with pools of water and Desert Gourds in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7135
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: cracked bed of a dried-out pool in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7134
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes with acacia trees and pools of water in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7133
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and rock formations reflected in a pool in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7132
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and acacia trees with reflecting pool in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7131
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes and acacia trees in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7130
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7129
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: camping in the Moul N'Aga sand dunes in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7128
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7127
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7126
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7125
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7124
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7123
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7122
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7121
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock natural arch known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7120
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock natural arch known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7119
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7118
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock natural arch known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7117
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock natural arches known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7116
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations known as "Tamezguida" or "The Cathedral" in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7115
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: three large giraffes, in the Tadrart Mountains. figure of a Reindeer stag (?) in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage, Imuhar

PMR-D7114
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: three giraffes, with Tifinagh script, in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage, Imuhar

PMR-D7113
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: giraffes, with a human figure holding a spear, and Tifinagh and Arabic script, in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage, Imuhar

PMR-D7112
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7111
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7110
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: three large giraffes, in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage, Imuhar

PMR-D7109
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: group of Tuareg with arab tour leader, near the canyon entrance.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7108
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a narrow, high-walled canyon, just wide enough to walk through, in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7107
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a narrow, high-walled canyon, just wide enough to walk through, in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7106
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a narrow, high-walled canyon, just wide enough to walk through, in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7105
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a narrow, high-walled canyon, just wide enough to walk through, in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7104
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a narrow, high-walled canyon, just wide enough to walk through, in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7103
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: a narrow, high-walled canyon, just wide enough to walk through, in the Tadrart Mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered, Imuhar

PMR-D7102
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains from the shade of a Camel Thorn tree (Vachellia /Acacia ercoloba).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7101
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains from the shade of a Camel Thorn tree (Vachellia /Acacia ercoloba).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7100
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7099
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7098
Tuareg cook at the camp fire (Algeria).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D7097
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: site of neolithic paintings in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7096
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: view of sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains through a rock crevice.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7095
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park, Tadrart Mountains: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: human figure,
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

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

PMR-D7093
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7092
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park, Tadrart Mountains: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: giraffes.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7091
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7090
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the Tadrart mountains.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7089
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: distant sand dunes.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7088
Tuareg in traditional dress (Algeria).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D7087
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7086
Tuareg in traditional dress (Algeria).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D7085
Tuareg in traditional dress (Algeria).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D7084
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: distant sand dunes.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7083
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Arabian Camel or Dromedary (Camelus dromedarius).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, animals, mammals, quadrupeds

PMR-D7082
Tuareg in traditional dress, using mobile phone, (Algeria).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D7081
Tuareg in traditional dress (Algeria).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D7080
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Arabian Camel or Dromedary (Camelus dromedarius).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, animals, mammals, quadrupeds

PMR-D7079
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Arabian Camel or Dromedary (Camelus dromedarius) with young.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, animals, mammals, quadrupeds

PMR-D7078
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Bitter Apple or Bitter Cucumber or Desert Gourd or Vine of Sodom (Colocynthis citrullus) (now Citrullus colocynthis).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Africa, Maghreb, plant, flower, melon, flora

PMR-D7077
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7076
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7075
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

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

PMR-D7073
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7072
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7071
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7070
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7069
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7068
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7067
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7066
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7065
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7064
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park: neolithic rockart - paintings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: mouflons, which are still to be found in the area.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage

PMR-D7063
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7062
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert - the Arch of Tikoubaouine.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7061
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7060
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7059
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7058
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7057
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7056
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7055
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7054
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7053
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7052
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7051
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert - the Arch of Tikoubaouine.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7050
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, eroded, weathered

PMR-D7049
Tuareg in traditional headdress (Algeria).
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, costume

PMR-D7048
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: ancient geoglyph.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7047
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sandstone rock formations.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7046
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: vista of rock formations and sand..
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7045
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: sandstone rock formations.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7044
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: sandstone rock formations.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7043
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: Desert Lark (Ammomanes deserti).
Keywords: Sahara, bird, ornithology, fauna, wildlife

PMR-D7042
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: wild rock formations.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7041
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: sunset from the canyon
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7040
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: sunset from the canyon
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7039
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: Berber village in the canyon and site of the communal fire.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7038
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: view of Essendilene canyon.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, Toyota Land Cruiser

PMR-D7037
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: rock formations, approaching Essendilene canyon.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, Toyota Land Cruiser

PMR-D7036
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park, Essendilene: expeditionary vehicles on the approach to Essendilene canyon.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, Toyota Land Cruiser

PMR-D7035
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Arabian Camel or Dromedary (Camelus dromedarius) with young.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, animals, mammals, quadrupeds

PMR-D7034
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7033
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7032
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7031
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7030
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7029
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Tuareg guest accommodation in the village of Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7028
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (gueltas) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7027
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (gueltas) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7026
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (gueltas) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7025
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (gueltas) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7024
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: sheer sandstone cliff walls of Wadi Iherir eroded into pillars.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7023
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (gueltas) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7022
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7021
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (gueltas) and lush vegetation dominated by the strangely eroded cliffs of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7020
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation under the steep walls of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7019
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7018
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7017
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7016
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7015
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7014
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7013
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7012
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: semi-wild donkeys (Equus africanus) on the steep, rocky wall of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, ass, UNESCO

PMR-D7011
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7010
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7009
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7008
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: rain-filled pool (guelta) and lush vegetation in Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7007
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber huts on the edge of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7006
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber huts on the edge of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7005
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber huts on the edge of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7004
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: hiking through Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7003
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber huts on the edge of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7002
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Berber huts on the edge of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D7001
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Tuareg guest huts in the village of Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D7000
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the stony rim of Wadi Iherir in the late sun.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D6999
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: Tuareg on the rim of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D6998
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the stony rim of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D6997
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajjer National Park: the stony rim of Wadi Iherir.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO

PMR-D6996
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park, Tin Taghert: neolithic rockart - engravings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: figure of a man leaping over a bull.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage, prehistoric

PMR-D6995
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park, Tin Taghert: neolithic rockart - engravings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: male and female human figures.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage, prehistoric

PMR-D6994
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park, Tin Taghert: neolithic rockart - engravings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: quadruped - cow?
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage, prehistoric

PMR-D6993
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park, Tin Taghert: neolithic rockart - engravings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: sleeping antelope.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage, prehistoric

PMR-D6992
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park, Tin Taghert: neolithic rockart - engravings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: sleeping antelope.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage, prehistoric

PMR-D6991
Algeria, Illizi, Tassili N'Ajer National Park, Tin Taghert: neolithic rockart - engravings believed to be up to 12,000 years old, made at the end of the last ice age, when the area was still savannah: sleeping antelope.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, geology, rock formations, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, UNESCO, culture, heritage, prehistoric

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

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

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

PMR-D6986
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: mushroom.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, fungus, toadstool, flora

PMR-D6985
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: flowers of Zilla spinosa.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, plant, flora

PMR-D6984
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: a young dromedary in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, camel

PMR-D6983
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: a young dromedary in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, camel

PMR-D6982
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: young dromedaries in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, camel

PMR-D6981
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6980
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6979
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6978
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6977
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6976
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert: view from a cave mouth.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6975
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert: arab guides in the mouth of a cave.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6974
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6973
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6972
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6971
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6970
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6969
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert: "the chicken".
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6968
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert: "the chicken".
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6967
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6966
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6965
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6964
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6963
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6962
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6961
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6960
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6959
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6958
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6957
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6956
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert, with expedition vehicle in the foreground.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, Toyota

PMR-D6955
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert, with expedition vehicle in the foreground.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber, Toyota

PMR-D6954
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6953
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6952
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6951
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6950
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6949
Algeria, Illizi: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6948
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6947
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6946
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6945
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6944
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6943
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6942
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6941
Algeria, Illizi, Tadrat National Park: rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6940
Algeria, Illizi: campsite in the desert, not far from Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6939
Algeria, Illizi: campsite in the desert, not far from Djanet.
Keywords: Sahara, desert, sand, geology, rock formations, dunes, landscape, picturesque, vista, Africa, Maghreb, Tuareg, Berber

PMR-D6938
England, Kent, Dover: view of the white cliffs from the ferry.
Keywords: geology, coast, chalk, limestone, picturesque, landscape

PMR-D6937
England, Kent, Dover: view of the white cliffs from the ferry.
Keywords: geology, coast, chalk, limestone, picturesque, landscape

PMR-D6936
England, Kent, Dover: view of the white cliffs with the New Officers' Barracks of Dover Castle, and the church of St. Mary in Castro.
Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, mediaeval, historic

PMR-D6935
England, Kent, Dover: view of the white cliffs from the ferry.
Keywords: geology, coast, chalk, limestone, picturesque, landscape

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

PMR-D6900
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the monolithic "Battle of the Nations Monument" (Völkerschlachtdenkmal) built between 1898 and 1913 in memory of the men who fell in the battle against Napoleon in 1813. At 91 metres, it is the highest monument in Europe, and 500 steps lead to the top. Late afternoon view from the front with reflecting pool.
Keywords: commemoration, historic, memorial, masonry, architecture, statues, heritage, granite, Bruno Schmitz, sculptures, colossus

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D6894
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: renaissance facades on the Market Square.
Keywords: heritage, architecture, masonry

PMR-D6893
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the gilded Art Deco (Jugendstil) facade of the Commerzbank, formerly the department store Ebert.
Keywords: heritage, architecture, masonry, neo-baroque

PMR-D6892
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: row of caryatids on the facade of an Art Deco (Jugendstil) building in Neumarkt (street).
Keywords: heritage, architecture, statues, figures, masonry

PMR-D6891
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: two bronze mechanical figures strike the hours on three bells (two smaller, inside the largest) on the roof of the 12-storey Krochhochhaus, the first high-rise building in Leipzig, dating from 1927, built by Martin Samuel Kroch for his bank. Based on the "Torre dell'Orologio" in Venice. The block houses the Museum of Egyptology.
Keywords: historic, heritage, architecture, astrological, carillon, Omnia Vincit Labor

PMR-D6890
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: Augusteum and Paulinum (St. Paul's Church) of the University of Leipzig, designed by Erick van Egeraat and opened in 2010.
Keywords: architecture, culture, education, learning

PMR-D6889
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: main facade of the New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus), built in 1905 on the site of the old Pleissenburg Castle and retaining the tower, which, at 114.8 metres, is the highest town hall tower in Germany.
Keywords: historic, heritage, architecture, renaissance, baroque, city hall

PMR-D6888
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: main facade of the New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus), built in 1905 on the site of the old Pleissenburg Castle and retaining the tower, which, at 114.8 metres, is the highest town hall tower in Germany.
Keywords: historic, heritage, architecture, renaissance, baroque, city hall

PMR-D6887
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the Russian Church (St. Alexi-Gedächtniskirche), built 1912-13 in memory of the 22,000 Russians who fell in the Battle of Leipzig in 1813 by architect W.A. Pokrowski.
Keywords: commemoration, historic, heritage, dedication, memorial, architecture, Orthodox

PMR-D6886
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the Russian Church (St. Alexi-Gedächtniskirche), built 1912-13 in memory of the 22,000 Russians who fell in the Battle of Leipzig in 1813 by architect W.A. Pokrowski.
Keywords: commemoration, historic, heritage, dedication, memorial, architecture, Orthodox

PMR-D6885
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the Russian Church (St. Alexi-Gedächtniskirche), built 1912-13 in memory of the 22,000 Russians who fell in the Battle of Leipzig in 1813 by architect W.A. Pokrowski.
Keywords: commemoration, historic, heritage, dedication, memorial, architecture, Orthodox

PMR-D6884
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the monolithic "Battle of the Nations Monument" (Völkerschlachtdenkmal) built between 1898 and 1913 in memory of the men who fell in the battle against Napoleon in 1813. At 91 m, it is the highest monument in Europe, and 500 steps lead to the top. Statues of fallen warriors in the crypt and stained glass window.
Keywords: commemoration, historic, memorial, masonry, architecture, statues, heritage, granite, Bruno Schmitz, sculptures, colossus

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

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

PMR-D6881
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: annual meeting of French and German enthusiasts in memory of the Battle of the Nations against Napoleon in 1813. The ceremony takes place at the "Battle of the Nations Monument" (1913) (Völkerschlchtdenkmal) and participants wear authentic copies of the military uniforms of the time, complete with period weapons.
Keywords: costumes, traditional, parade, commemoration, reunion, memorial service, colourful, historic, autumn, officers

PMR-D6880
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: annual meeting of French and German enthusiasts in memory of the Battle of the Nations against Napoleon in 1813. The ceremony takes place at the "Battle of the Nations Monument" (1913) (Völkerschlchtdenkmal) and participants wear authentic copies of the military uniforms of the time, complete with period weapons.
Keywords: costumes, traditional, parade, commemoration, reunion, memorial service, colourful, historic, autumn, officers

PMR-D6879
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: annual meeting of French and German enthusiasts in memory of the Battle of the Nations against Napoleon in 1813. The ceremony takes place at the "Battle of the Nations Monument" (1913) (Völkerschlchtdenkmal) and participants wear authentic copies of the military uniforms of the time, complete with period weapons.
Keywords: costumes, traditional, parade, commemoration, reunion, memorial service, colourful, historic, autumn, officers

PMR-D6878
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: annual meeting of French and German enthusiasts in memory of the Battle of the Nations against Napoleon in 1813. The ceremony takes place at the "Battle of the Nations Monument" (1913) (Völkerschlchtdenkmal) and participants wear authentic copies of the military uniforms of the time, complete with period weapons.
Keywords: costumes, traditional, parade, commemoration, reunion, memorial service, colourful, historic, autumn, officers

PMR-D6877
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: annual meeting of French and German enthusiasts in memory of the Battle of the Nations against Napoleon in 1813. The ceremony takes place at the "Battle of the Nations Monument" (1913) (Völkerschlchtdenkmal) and participants wear authentic copies of the military uniforms of the time, complete with period weapons.
Keywords: costumes, traditional, parade, commemoration, reunion, memorial service, colourful, historic, autumn, officers

PMR-D6876
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: annual meeting of French and German enthusiasts in memory of the Battle of the Nations against Napoleon in 1813. The ceremony takes place at the "Battle of the Nations Monument" (1913) (Völkerschlchtdenkmal) and participants wear authentic copies of the military uniforms of the time, complete with period weapons.
Keywords: costumes, traditional, parade, commemoration, reunion, memorial service, colourful, historic, autumn, officers

PMR-D6875
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: annual meeting of French and German enthusiasts in memory of the Battle of the Nations against Napoleon in 1813. The ceremony takes place at the "Battle of the Nations Monument" (1913) (Völkerschlchtdenkmal) and participants wear authentic copies of the military uniforms of the time, complete with period weapons.
Keywords: costumes, traditional, parade, commemoration, reunion, memorial service, colourful, historic, autumn, officers

PMR-D6874
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: annual meeting of French and German enthusiasts in memory of the Battle of the Nations against Napoleon in 1813. The ceremony takes place at the "Battle of the Nations Monument" (1913) (Völkerschlchtdenkmal) and participants wear authentic copies of the military uniforms of the time, complete with period weapons.
Keywords: costumes, traditional, parade, commemoration, reunion, memorial service, colourful, historic, autumn, officers

PMR-D6873
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: annual meeting of French and German enthusiasts in memory of the Battle of the Nations against Napoleon in 1813. The ceremony takes place at the "Battle of the Nations Monument" (1913) (Völkerschlchtdenkmal) and participants wear authentic copies of the military uniforms of the time, complete with period weapons.
Keywords: costumes, traditional, parade, commemoration, reunion, memorial service, colourful, historic, autumn, officers

PMR-D6872
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: annual meeting of French and German enthusiasts in memory of the Battle of the Nations against Napoleon in 1813. The ceremony takes place at the "Battle of the Nations Monument" (1913) (Völkerschlchtdenkmal) and participants wear authentic copies of the military uniforms of the time, complete with period weapons.
Keywords: costumes, traditional, parade, commemoration, reunion, memorial service, colourful, historic, autumn, officers

PMR-D6871
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: a typical family farmhouse with the rear part devoted to animals and farm equipment. A colourful display of geraniums graces the balcony.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, autumn, chalet, Bauernhaus

PMR-D6870
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: autumn in the Laine Valley.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, russet, fall, outdoors

PMR-D6869
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: autumn in the Laine Valley.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, russet, fall, outdoors

PMR-D6868
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: Lainlalm (Laine Valley) in autumn.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, russet, fall, outdoors, log cabin, wooden hut

PMR-D6867
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: Lainlalm (Laine Valley) in autumn.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, russet, fall, outdoors, log cabin, wooden hut

PMR-D6866
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: autumn in the Laine Valley.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, russet, fall, outdoors

PMR-D6865
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Jachenau: view of the village and parish church, St. Nikolaus, dating back to 1291.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, onion dome, autumn

PMR-D6858
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Tölz: typical moorland vegetation on Rottachmoore, with birch and juniper trees.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, biotope, ecology, reserve

PMR-D6857
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbach bei Bad Tölz: parish church with onion dome, built 1671-6.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn, churchtower, woods

PMR-D6856
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbach bei Bad Tölz: parish church with onion dome, built 1671-6.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn, churchtower, woods

PMR-D6855
Fruits of the spindle tree (Euonymus europaus)
Keywords: nature, botany, phytography, fruit, harvest, autumn, shrubs, colourful, seeds

PMR-D6854
Leaves of beech tree in autumn.
Keywords: nature, botany, phytography, trees, russet, fall, colourful

PMR-D6853
Apple trees produced a bumper crop in 2018.
Keywords: nature, botany, phytography, trees, fruit, harvest, autumn

PMR-D6852
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: an autumn view of Murnauer Moos (Moss) nature reserve with the Ester Mountains in the background.
Keywords: alpine, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, marsh, swamp, biotope, ecology

PMR-D6851
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: an autumn view of Murnauer Moos (Moss) nature reserve with the Ester Mountains in the background.
Keywords: alpine, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, marsh, swamp, biotope, ecology

PMR-D6850
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: a bed of reeds in autumn colours on Murnauer Moos (Moss) with the Ester Mountains in the background.
Keywords: alpine, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, marsh, swamp, biotope, ecology, nature reserve

PMR-D6849
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: a bed of reeds in autumn colours on Murnauer Moos (Moss) with the Ester Mountains in the background.
Keywords: alpine, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, marsh, swamp, biotope, ecology, nature reserve

PMR-D6848
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: Langer Köchel, was mined for quarzite by the firm Hartsteinwerk Werdenfels from 1930 until 2000. The site then filled with rainwater to form a turquoise-green lake on the south side of Murnauer Moos.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, geology, quarry, stone-quarry

PMR-D6847
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: Langer Köchel, was mined for quarzite by the firm Hartsteinwerk Werdenfels from 1930 until 2000. The site then filled with rainwater to form a turquoise-green lake on the south side of Murnauer Moos.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, geology, quarry, stone-quarry

PMR-D6846
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: Langer Köchel, was mined for quarzite by the firm Hartsteinwerk Werdenfels from 1930 until 2000. The site then filled with rainwater to form a turquoise-green lake on the south side of Murnauer Moos.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, geology, quarry, stone-quarry

PMR-D6845
Sunset.
Keywords: colourful, vivid, red sky

PMR-D6844
Flowers of the Musk Mallow (Malva moschata).
Keywords: nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, autumn

PMR-D6843
Flowers of the Hollyhock Mallow or Greater Musk-mallow or Vervain Mallow (Malva alcea).
Keywords: nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, autumn

PMR-D6842
Flowers of Chicory (Cichorium intybus).
Keywords: nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, autumn

PMR-D6841
Striking red berries of the Rowan or Mountain Ash tree (Sorbus aucuparia).
Keywords: nature, botany, phytography, shrubs, trees, autumn

PMR-D6840
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberaudorf: view of the Inn Valley from Schwarzenberg (1100 m) with the Kaiser Mountains in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D6839
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberaudorf: tower and onion dome of the baroque Church of Our Lady.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, architecture, flowers, village

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

PMR-D6836
Ireland, County Kerry, Killarney: the colourful facade of the Pharmacy.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, architecture, shop

PMR-D6835
Ireland, County Kerry, Killarney: customers of The Laurels pub enjoying their drinks in the open air.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, architecture, drinking

PMR-D6834
Ireland, County Kerry, Killarney: Main Street.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, architecture, street scene

PMR-D6833
Ireland, County Kerry, Killarney: the ornate facade of the Irish Pub shop.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, architecture

PMR-D6832
Ireland, County Kerry, Sneem: a pet goat, with a coat like silk, enjoying the sun with his owner.
Keywords: domesticated, tame, horns

PMR-D6831
Ireland, County Kerry, Sneem: colourful cottages, seen from the village green.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, rural

PMR-D6830
Ireland, County Kerry, Sneem: the River Sneem flows through the centre of the town and the olld stone bridge carries the main road across.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, rocks

PMR-D6829
Ireland, County Kerry, Valentia Island: the car ferry from the mainland.
Keywords: Valencia, boat

PMR-D6828
Ireland, County Kerry, Valentia Island: a riot of colour provided by the luxuriant growth of vegetation due to the damp, warm climate, protected from frosts and snow.
Keywords: picturesque, Valencia, Crocosmia, wild flowers, botany, colouful

PMR-D6827
Ireland, County Kerry, Valentia Island: lighthouse marking the entrance to Valentia Harbour, with the rocky, exposed coast in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, Valencia, Crocosmia, seashore, rugged, bare, surf

PMR-D6826
Ireland, County Kerry, Valentia Island: lighthouse marking the entrance to Valentia Harbour, with colourful montbretia flowers in the foreground and Killelan Mountain behind.
Keywords: picturesque, Valencia, Crocosmia, wild flowers, botany

PMR-D6825
Flowers of Honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum) in County Kerry.
Keywords: nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, shrubs

PMR-D6824
Ireland, County Kerry, Valentia Island: colourful montbretia flowers line the road near the north coast.
Keywords: picturesque, Valencia, Crocosmia, wild flowers, botany

PMR-D6823
Ireland, County Galway, Kinvara: Dunguaire Castle, a 16th century tower house. It has featured in the US films "Guns in the Heather" (1969) and "North Sea Hijack" (1979).
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, defence, stone-built

PMR-D6822
Ireland, County Galway, Kinvara: Dunguaire Castle, a 16th century tower house. It has featured in the US films "Guns in the Heather" (1969) and "North Sea Hijack" (1979).
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, defence, stone-built

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

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

PMR-D6817
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Tramore: visiting aircraft at the airstrip, with arrival/departure cabin in the foreground.
Keywords: aerodrome, airport, airfield, terminal, aeroplanes

PMR-D6816
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilronan: colourful montbretia flowers growing alongside the sea wall.
Keywords: heritage, culture, botany, wildflowers, Crocosmia

PMR-D6815
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilronan: colourful horse-drawn carriage parked near a public house.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, picturesque, transport, pub

PMR-D6814
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilronan: typical horse-drawn cart passing a thatched cottage selling Aran sweaters.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, shop knitware, picturesque

PMR-D6813
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Onacht: ruins of two of seven early Christian churches in the neighbourhood.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, stones, 7-Churches

PMR-D6812
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Onacht: ruins of one of seven early Christian churches. The burial ground is still in use.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, stones, cemetery, graveyard, gravestones, 7-Churches

PMR-D6811
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Onacht: ruins of one of seven early Christian churches. In the foreground stands a stele displaying Celtic designs.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, stones, engraving, patterns, 7-Churches

PMR-D6810
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: a group of thatched cottages selling Aran sweaters and offering bicycle hire, at the start of the path to Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort.
Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, Dun Aengus, rural, shop, knitware

PMR-D6809
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilronan: the traditional mode of transport in the Aran Islands.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, horse-drawn, cart, carriage, horse-power, trap

PMR-D6808
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: a resourceful youngster playing the recorder for passing tourists.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, music, tune

PMR-D6807
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: the path from the village up to Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old, which stands on the edge of a 60-metre sheer cliff.
Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, Dun Aengus

PMR-D6806
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: inside the outer wall of Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old. Beyond, view of the rest of the treeless island, about 14 km. long.
Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, Dun Aengus

PMR-D6805
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: reconstructed entrance in the inner defence wall of Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old.
Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, sheer drop, Dun Aengus

PMR-D6804
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: the 60-metre cliffs on which stand Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old. The outer defence wall can be seen in the distance.
Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, sheer drop, Dun Aengus

PMR-D6803
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: the 60-metre cliffs on which stand Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old. The outer defence wall can be seen in the distance.
Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, sheer drop, Dun Aengus

PMR-D6802
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: the inner defence wall and entrance to Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old, which stands on the edge of a 60-metres-high cliff.
Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, sheer drop, Dun Aengus

PMR-D6801
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: the 60-metre cliffs on which stand Dun Aonghasa prehistoric fort, believed to be about 2000 years old.
Keywords: heritage, culture, picturesque, fortress, defence, prehistoric, sheer drop, Dun Aengus

PMR-D6800
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: a resourceful youngster playing a recorder for passing tourists.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, music, tune

PMR-D6799
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: the basketmaker offers a wide range of traditional and modern baskets.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, picturesque, shop, artisan, weaving, trading

PMR-D6798
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilmurvey: thatched cottage selling Aran sweaters.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, picturesque, pullover, jersey, knitware, shop

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

PMR-D6796
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilronan: cluster of buildings on the quayside, seen from the end of the jetty.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, port, boat

PMR-D6794
Ireland, Aran Islands, Inis Mor, Kilronan: fishing cutter "Kittiwake" leaving the harbour.
Keywords: heritage, culture, tradition, port, boat

PMR-D6790
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: The Aasleagh Falls, where the River Erriff crosses the border with County Mayo, flowing on to Killary Harbour.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, scenery, countryside, nature, waterfall, wild

PMR-D6789
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: The River Erriff on the border of County Mayo, just below the Aasleagh Falls.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, scenery, countryside, nature

PMR-D6788
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote
Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. View from Lake Pollacappul with reflections in the waters.
Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately

PMR-D6787
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote
Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Part of the Victorian Walled Garden, flourishing after some years of neglect.
Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured

PMR-D6786
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote
Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Part of the Victorian Walled Garden, flourishing after some years of neglect.
Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured

PMR-D6785
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote
Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Part of the Victorian Walled Garden, flourishing after some years of neglect.
Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured

PMR-D6784
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote
Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Hydrangea serrata "Bluebird" in the Victorian Walled Garden.
Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured, hybrid, shrub

PMR-D6783
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote
Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Part of the Victorian Walled Garden, flourishing after some years of neglect.
Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured

PMR-D6781
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote
Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Neo-gothic church built in the grounds as a memorial on the early death of Margaret.
Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately

PMR-D6780
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote
Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Much admired, finely carved marble fireplace.
Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, artistic

PMR-D6779
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote
Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Reflections in the waters of Lake Pollacappul.
Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately

PMR-D6778
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote
Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. View from Lake Pollacappul.
Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately

PMR-D6777
Ireland, County Galway: Connemara countryside and distant hills in late afternoon sunshine.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, panorama, countryside, nature, wild, lakes, boulders

PMR-D6776
Ireland, County Galway: Connemara countryside and distant hills in late afternoon sunshine.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, panorama, countryside, nature, lakes, wild

PMR-D6775
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara, Ballyconneely: customers spill out of the pubs and restaurants on to the street during a balmy summer evening.
Keywords: village, street scene, throngs, drinkers, pedestrians

PMR-D6774
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara, Ballyconneely: customers spill out of the pubs and restaurants on to the street during a balmy summer evening.
Keywords: village, street scene, throngs, drinkers, pedestrians

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

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

PMR-D6771
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara, Ballyconneely: fishing boats pulled up on to the beach, overlooked by a row of cottages on the main road,
Keywords: village, harbour, sailing boats, quayside, sea-shore

PMR-D6770
Ireland, County Galway, Connemara, Ballyconneely: fishing boats moored to the jetty, overlooked by a row of cottages on the main road,
Keywords: village, harbour, sailing boats, quayside, sea-shore

PMR-D6769
Ireland, County Galway: Connemara countryside with a newly painted church and belltower.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, panorama, countryside, nature, meadows, grazing, cows

PMR-D6768
Ireland, County Galway: Connemara countryside with a stream winding its way along a valley.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, panorama, countryside, nature, meadows

PMR-D6767
Ireland, County Galway: Connemara countryside with waterfall and trout anglers.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, panorama, countryside, nature, meadows

PMR-D6766
Ireland, County Galway: Connemara countryside, with farmhouse and hills in the background.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, panorama, countryside, nature, meadows

PMR-D6765
Ireland, County Galway: Connemara countryside, "lake district".
Keywords: landscape, scenery, panorama, countryside, nature, meadows

PMR-D6764
Ireland, County Galway, Joyce Country: countryside near Lough Mask, with fuschias flowering in the foreground.
Keywords: landscape, scenery, panorama, countryside, nature, meadows

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

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

PMR-D6760
Ireland, County Galway, Joyce Country: Lough Corrib has more than 360 islands - one for every day of the year!
Keywords: landscape, scenery, panorama, countryside, nature, meadows, grazing, cows

PMR-D6759
Ireland, County Mayo, Cong: stone cross and picuresque pub in the village square.
Keywords: monument, historic, heritage, colourful, traditional

PMR-D6758
Ireland, County Mayo, Cong: the cottage, which was used in the filming of John Ford's 1952 film "The Quiet Man" , has been turned into a museum.
Keywords: cinema, movie, film director, memorial, monument, historic, oscar-winning, house

PMR-D6757
Ireland, County Mayo, Cong: bronze statue of filmstars John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara, who starred in John Ford's 1952 film "The Quiet Man" which was mostly shot in Cong.
Keywords: actor, actress, cinema, movie, film director, memorial, monument, historic, oscar-winning

PMR-D6756
Ireland, County Mayo, Cong: bronze statue of filmstars John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara, who starred in John Ford's 1952 film "The Quiet Man" which was mostly shot in Cong.
Keywords: actor, actress, cinema, movie, film director, memorial, monument, historic, oscar-winning

PMR-D6755
Ireland, County Mayo, Cong: ruins of Cong Abbey (Augustinian), which dates back to the 8th century but has been rebuilt many times. In the late 16th century the abbey was suppressed and fell into ruin. It posesses some notable early gothic stone carvings.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, picturesque

PMR-D6754
Ireland, County Mayo, Cong: ruins of Cong Abbey (Augustinian), which dates back to the 8th century but has been rebuilt many times. In the late 16th century the abbey was suppressed and fell into ruin. It posesses some notable early gothic stone carvings. Here: the monk's 15/16th century stone-built fishing house, built out over the River Cong.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, picturesque

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

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

PMR-D6751
Northern Ireland, Londonderry/Derry: costumed supporter celebrating the anniversary of the suffragette movement on the city walls.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, metropolis, culture, protester

PMR-D6750
Northern Ireland, Londonderry/Derry: the red-brick neo-gothic Guildhall building, built in 1890 (rebuilt after a fire in 1908), stands outside the city walls, close to the River Foyle.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, metropolis, culture

PMR-D6749
Northern Ireland, Londonderry/Derry: Peace Bridge, opened on 25th June 2011, connects the Protestant walled city with the Catholic quarter on the opposite side of the River Foyle. The red-brick Guildhall stands on the far side of the river.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, metropolis, culture, engineering, construction, suspension

PMR-D6748
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view from the cliff-top path to the east, with a rocky cove in the foreground, and showing many half-exposed basalt columns on the cliff face.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic

PMR-D6747
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view from the cliff-top path to the west, with the "Giant's Chimneys" and Lacada Point.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic

PMR-D6746
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view from the cliff-top path to the west
with succeeding headlands, showing many half-exposed basalt columns on the cliff face.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic

PMR-D6745
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view from the cliff-top path to the east, with succeeding headlands, showing many half-exposed basalt columns on the cliff face.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic

PMR-D6743
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the harsh contours of the basalt cliffs are softened by grass mantels, with layers of reddish laterite half exposed.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6742
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of Port Noffer (Giant's Bay) from the cliff path at the top of the Shepherd's Steps, with the Giant's Causeway reaching into the sea at the top.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6741
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of Port Noffer (Giant's Bay) from the cliff path at the top of the Shepherd's steps.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6740
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the "Giant's Organ", a series of exposed basalt columns in the cliff-face caused by the cooling of volcanic lava.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6739
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of Port Noffer (Giant's Bay) from the cliff path, with the Giant's Causeway reaching into the sea at the top.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6738
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the mineral content of the volcanic rock provides a colourful display on the cliff path, with this nodule resembling a giant eye.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6737
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the mineral content of the volcanic rock provides a colourful display on the cliff path.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6736
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the harsh contours of the basalt cliffs are softened by grass mantels, with layers of reddish laterite half exposed.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6735
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the harsh contours of the basalt cliffs are softened by grass mantels, with layers of reddish laterite half exposed.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6734
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: half exposed basalt columns in the cliff-face caused by the cooling of volcanic lava, with a layer of reddish laterite near the bottom.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6733
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the Giant's Causeway, an exposed outcrop of basalt columns caused by the cooling of volcanic lava, reaching out into the sea.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf, famous, tourist, attraction

PMR-D6732
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: "the Giant's Loom", an exposed outcrop of basalt columns about 10 metres high, caused by the cooling of volcanic lava.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6731
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Portnaboe (Bay of the Cow) with some of the "Giant's Marbles".
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6730
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Portnaboe (Bay of the Cow) and Runkerry Head.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6729
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Portnaboe (Bay of the Cow) approaching Windy Gap, with the cliff path clearly visible.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, cliffs, geology, National Trust, UNESCO, scenic, surf

PMR-D6728
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Ballycastle: yachts moored in the harbour, overlooked by the rising ground of the town.
Keywords: picturesque, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, yachts, marina

PMR-D6727
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Ballycastle: fishing boats reflected in the waters of the harbour, overlooked by the rising ground of the town.
Keywords: picturesque, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, yachts, marina

PMR-D6726
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Ballycastle: fishing boats reflected in the waters of the harbour, overlooked by the rising ground of the town.
Keywords: picturesque, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful

PMR-D6724
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of the coast from the cliff-top at Portaneevey.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs

PMR-D6723
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of Rathlin Island from the tip of Carrick-a-Rede Island.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

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

PMR-D6721
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island (right) to the mainland, with Rathlin Island in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, scenic, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6720
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island (right), to the mainland.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6719
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island (right) to the mainland.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6718
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Carrick-a-Rede Island, connected by ropebridge to the mainland: view of the rocky coast with Sheep Island in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs

PMR-D6717
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast, Carrick-a-Rede: view of the coastal cliffs from the middle of the rope bridge to the mainland.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, surf, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6716
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island to the mainland.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6715
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island to the mainland.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6714
Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) on the Antrim coast.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, seagulls

PMR-D6713
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast, Carrick-a-Rede: view of the beach and coastal cliffs, with Rathlin Island in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, surf, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6712
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast, Carrick-a-Rede: view of the beach and coastal cliffs, with Rathlin Island in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, surf, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6711
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Sheep Island, seen from Carrick-a-Rede.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, birdlife, seascape, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6710
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Sheep Island, seen from Carrick-a-Rede.
Keywords: picturesque, nature, botany, colourful, birdlife, seascape, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6709
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: the rope bridge connecting Carrick-a-Rede Island (National Trust), to the mainland.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6708
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Carrick-a-Rede Island, connected by ropebridge to the mainland, and (top) Sheep Island.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, cliffs, National Trust, UNESCO

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

PMR-D6705
Northern Ireland, County Antrim: Sheep Island, near Carrick-a-Rede on the "Causeway Coastal Route".
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany, colourful, National Trust, UNESCO

PMR-D6704
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: view of the coast to the west from Torr Head.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, seascape, nature, rocky, prominence

PMR-D6703
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: Torr Head, with the Mull of Kintyre, Scotland, visible, 15 miles away.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, seascape, nature, rocky, prominence

PMR-D6702
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: colourful wild fuschia lines the road approaching Torr Head.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany

PMR-D6701
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: colourful wild fuschia lines the road approaching Torr Head.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany

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

PMR-D6699
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Causeway Coast: colourful wild fuschia lines the road approaching Torr Head.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, nature, botany

PMR-D6698
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Cushendun: the village is known for its Cornish-style cottages , designed by Clough Williams-Ellis, architect of Portmeirion, now owned by the National Trust.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, picturesque

PMR-D6697
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Cushendun: the village is known for its Cornish-style cottages , designed by Clough Williams-Ellis, architect of Portmeirion, now owned by the National Trust. The village pub.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, picturesque

PMR-D6696
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Cushendun: the village is known for its Cornish-style cottages , designed by Clough Williams-Ellis, architect of Portmeirion. View of the harbour.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, fishing boats, picturesque

PMR-D6695
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. The legendary White Stag, waiting to guide departed souls to Tir nan Og, the Gaelic afterworld.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6694
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. The legendary White Stag, waiting to guide departed souls to Tir nan Og, the Gaelic afterworld.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

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

PMR-D6692
Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) at a feeder at Mount Stewart, Northern Ireland.
Keywords: mammal, rodent, wild animal, fauna, wildlife

PMR-D6691
Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) at a feeder at Mount Stewart, Northern Ireland.
Keywords: mammal, rodent, wild animal, fauna, wildlife

PMR-D6690
Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) at a feeder at Mount Stewart, Northern Ireland.
Keywords: mammal, rodent, wild animal, fauna, wildlife

PMR-D6689
Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) at a feeder at Mount Stewart, Northern Ireland.
Keywords: mammal, rodent, wild animal, fauna, wildlife

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

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

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

PMR-D6684
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry foor 270 years. The dining room with laid table.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, furnishings, furniture, porcelaine, candelabra

PMR-D6683
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. The Sunk Garden with lilies in full bloom.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6682
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. A lily flower.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6681
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. Lily flowers.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6680
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. An exquisite arrangement of foliage trees.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6679
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. The Sunk Garden with lilies in full bloom.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6678
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. The Sunk Garden with lilies in full bloom.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6677
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years. The gardens are the inspiration of Lady Edith, wife of the 7th Marquis. The Sunk Garden with lilies in full bloom.
Keywords: heritage, historic, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden, flowers, colourful, herbacious, border, luxuriant

PMR-D6676
Northern Ireland, County Down: Mount Stewart (National Trust), home of the Marquises of Londonderry for 270 years.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, manor house, mansion, stately home, garden

PMR-D6675
Northern Ireland, Belfast: recreational meadows in the Botanic Gardens also offer shady spots on hot days.
Keywords: capital city, metropolis, park, leisure, open air, horticulture, relaxation, picnic

PMR-D6674
Northern Ireland, Belfast: the colourful rose garden in the Botanic Gardens.
Keywords: capital city, metropolis, park, leisure, open air, recreation, horticulture, flowers, shrubs

PMR-D6673
Northern Ireland, Belfast: the Botanic Gardens with Palm House designed by Sir Charles Lanyon which was completed in 1840, pre-dating the one in Kew Gardens. With colourful flower beds in the foreground.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, capital city, metropolis, park, leisure, open air, recreation, horticulture

PMR-D6672
Northern Ireland, Belfast: the Botanic Gardens with Palm House designed by Sir Charles Lanyon which was completed in 1840, pre-dating the one in Kew Gardens. With colourful flower beds in the foreground.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, capital city, metropolis, park, leisure, open air, recreation, horticulture

PMR-D6671
Northern Ireland, Belfast: the Botanic Gardens with Palm House designed by Sir Charles Lanyon which was completed in 1840, pre-dating the one in Kew Gardens. With colourful flower beds in the foreground.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, capital city, metropolis, park, leisure, open air, recreation, horticulture

PMR-D6670
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Queen's University, a red-brick gothic-revival building by Sir Charles Lanyon, was opened in 1849. In the foreground is the war memorial with allegorical figures.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, classical, culture, masonry, capital city, metropolis, monument

PMR-D6669
Northern Ireland, Belfast: statue of Henry Cooke (1788-1868), a leading Presbyterian minister in front of Belfast Metropolitan College.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, classical, culture, masonry, capital city, metropolis, monument

PMR-D6667
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Headquarters of the Presbyerian Church in Ireland. Styled on the architecture of a Scottish baronial castle, it was designed by Robert Young and opened in 1905.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, classical, culture, masonry, capital city, metropolis, monument

PMR-D6666
Northern Ireland, Belfast: the Crown Liquor Saloon in Victoria Street, a traditional Victorian pub owned by the National Trust. The highly decorated bar, boldly tiled floor and moulded ceiling with gas mantles for lighting. To the right are a number of partioned snugs.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, masonry, capital city, metropolis, public house, beer, flamboyant, florid, colourful

PMR-D6665
Northern Ireland, Belfast: the Crown Liquor Saloon in Victoria Street, a traditional Victorian pub owned by the National Trust. The long, highly decorated bar, boldly tiled floor and moulded ceiling with gas mantles for lighting.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, masonry, capital city, metropolis, public house, beer, flamboyant, florid, colourful

PMR-D6664
Northern Ireland, Belfast: the Crown Liquor Saloon in Victoria Street, a traditional Victorian pub owned by the National Trust.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, masonry, capital city, metropolis, public house, beer, flamboyant

PMR-D6663
Northern Ireland, Belfast: "Rise" is the name given to this sculpture by Wolfgang Buttress which stands in the centre of the Broadway roundabout at the end of the M1 motorway. It comprises two concentric geodesic spheres on slender stanchions.
Keywords: architecture, culture, capital city, metropolis, monument, artistic, modern art

PMR-D6662
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Parliament Building for the Northern Ireland Assembly at Stormont, unused since the collapse of local government in 2017. The neo-classical building was opened by the Prince of Wales in 1932. Six Ionic columns support the pediment over the entrance.
Keywords: heritage, historic, meeting room, discussion, debate, decision-making, conferance, architecture

PMR-D6661
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Parliament Building for the Northern Ireland Assembly at Stormont, unused since the collapse of local government in 2017. The neo-classical building was opened by the Prince of Wales in 1932.
Keywords: heritage, historic, meeting room, discussion, debate, decision-making, conferance, architecture

PMR-D6660
Common tern (Sterna hirundo) on Belfast's waterfront.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, wildlife, fauna

PMR-D6659
Common tern (Sterna hirundo) on Belfast's waterfront.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, wildlife, fauna

PMR-D6658
Northern Ireland, Belfast: The Salmon of Knowledge sculpture, known locally as "The Big Fish", was made in 1999 to a design by John Kindness. It stands on Donegall Quay.
Keywords: culture, capital city, metropolis, monument, mosaic

PMR-D6657
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Albert Memorial Clocktower, built in 1867, has developed a slight lean.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, classical, culture, masonry, capital city, metropolis, monument, leaning tower

PMR-D6656
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Bittles Bar, one of the city's most unusual pubs, was built in 1868 and was originally called "The Shakespeare".
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, culture, picturesque, flatiron-shape, masonry, capital city, metropolis, beer

PMR-D6655
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Belfast City Hall is a work of architect Sir Alfred Brumwell Thomas, and was completed in 1906 in a baroque revival style using Portland stone. Statue of Queen Victoria with allegorical figures representing the textile and ship-building industries.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, classical, culture, masonry, capital city, metropolis, monument

PMR-D6654
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Scottish Provident Institution Building in Donegall Square, was built 1897-1902 by architects Young and Mackenzie in neo-classical style.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, classical, culture, masonry, capital city, metropolis

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

PMR-D6652
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Belfast City Hall is a work of architect Sir Alfred Brumwell Thomas, and was completed in 1906 in a baroque revival style using Portland stone. South facade.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, classical, culture, masonry, capital city, metropolis

PMR-D6651
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Belfast City Hall is a work of architect Sir Alfred Brumwell Thomas, and was completed in 1906 in a baroque revival style using Portland stone. Statue of Queen Victoria with allegorical figures representing the textile and ship-building industries.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, classical, culture, masonry, capital city, metropolis, monument

PMR-D6650
Northern Ireland, Belfast: one of the wings of Crumlin Road Gaol, opened in 1846, where many terrorists ended up. It closed its doors finally in 1996.
Keywords: prison, gaol, jail, behind bars, detention, sentencing, incarceration, capital city

PMR-D6648
Northern Ireland, Belfast: interior of Crumlin Road Gaol, opened in 1846, where many terrorists ended up. It closed its doors finally in 1996.
Keywords: prison, gaol, jail, behind bars, detention, sentencing, incarceration, capital city

PMR-D6647
Northern Ireland, Belfast: entrance to Crumlin Road Gaol, designed by Charles Lanyon and opened in 1846, where many terrorists ended up. It closed its doors finally in 1996.
Keywords: prison, gaol, jail, behind bars, detention, sentencing, incarceration, capital city, architecture

PMR-D6646
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Unionist murals near the Falls Road.
Keywords: propaganda, advertising, support, solidarity, capital city

PMR-D6645
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Unionist murals on Beechmount Avenue, off the Falls Road.
Keywords: propaganda, advertising, support, solidarity

PMR-D6644
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Queen's University, a red-brick, Tudor-style building by Charles Lanyon, opened in 1849.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, seat of learning, education, teaching

PMR-D6643
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Parliament Building for the Northern Ireland Assembly at Stormont, unused since the collapse of local government in 2017. The neo-classical building was opened by the Prince of Wales in 1932.
Keywords: heritage, historic, meeting room, discussion, debate, decision-making, conferance, architecture

PMR-D6642
Northern Ireland, Belfast: Harland and Wolff's shipyard with the two gantry cranes, Samson and Goliath, built in 1974 and 1969 respectively and which can lift 750 tons, and which have long been a landmark in Belfast. The "Titanic" was built in their shipyard.
Keywords: historic, shipbuilding, dry dock, engineering, launch, construction

PMR-D6641
Northern Ireland, Belfast: the rotunda and staircase in Belfast City Hall.
Keywords: heritage, historic, architecture, decor, sumptuous

PMR-D6640
Northern Ireland, Belfast: the Great Hall in Belfast City Hall, rebuilt after war damage.
Keywords: heritage, historic, meeting room, conferance, sumptuous

PMR-D6639
Northern Ireland, Belfast: the Council Chamber in Belfast City Hall.
Keywords: heritage, historic, meeting room, discussion, debate, decision-making, conferance

PMR-D6638
Northern Ireland, County Down, Saintfield: Rowallane Gardens (National Trust) were laid out in the 1960s by the Reverend John Moore and later his nephew Hugh Armytage Moore. A colourful herbacious border in the Walled Garden, with the belltower in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, botany, nature, plants

PMR-D6637
Northern Ireland, County Down, Saintfield: Rowallane Gardens (National Trust) were laid out in the 1960s by the Reverend John Moore and later his nephew Hugh Armytage Moore. A colourful herbacious border in the Walled Garden, with the belltower in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, botany, nature, plants

PMR-D6636
Northern Ireland, County Down, Saintfield: Rowallane Gardens (National Trust) were laid out in the 1960s by the Reverend John Moore and later his nephew Hugh Armytage Moore. The colourful wild flower garden.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, botany, nature, plants

PMR-D6635
Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland. The baronial castle from across the lake.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, landscape, manor house, mansion, stately home

PMR-D6634
Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland. Castlewellan Lake and pathway.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, landscape, Rosebay Willowherb, Fireweed, walking

PMR-D6633
Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland. The Mountain Lake on Slievenaslat on the estate.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, landscape, reflections

PMR-D6632
Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland. View from Slievenaslat (272 metres) on the estate.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, landscape, autumn, countryside, nature, biotope

PMR-D6631
Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland. Horse-riding on Slievenaslat on the estate.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, estate, landscape, Rosebay Willowherb, Fireweed

PMR-D6629
Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, heritage, historic, manor house, stately home, estate, baronial castle, landscape

PMR-D6628
Mahonia aquifolium berries at Castlewellan, Northern Ireland
Keywords: Berberidaceae, Oregon Grape, Barberry, shrubs, botany, plants

PMR-D6627
Northern Ireland, County Down, Castlewellan Forest Park: the castle was built 1856-58 by the Annesley family and is now used as a conference centre. The extensive gardens contain the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, heritage, historic, manor house, stately home, estate, baronial castle, landscape

PMR-D6626
Northern Ireland, County Down, Newcastle: the main street, overlooked by Slieve Donard, the highest of the Mourne Mountains.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, heritage, estate, street view

PMR-D6625
Northern Ireland, County Down, Downpatrick: south west (classical) facade of Castle Ward mansion (National Trust), overlooking Strangford Lough. Built in the 1860s, it has a classical facade facing south, but a gothic facade facing north, to satisfy the wishes of both Lord Bangor and his wife.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, heritage, historic, manor house, stately home, estate

PMR-D6624
Northern Ireland, County Down, Downpatrick: a colourful display of flowerbeds in the Sunken Garden at Castle Ward (National Trust).
Keywords: picturesque, floral, botanic, geometrical, dazzling, horticulture

PMR-D6623
Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. St. Laurence's Gate, formerly the eastern entrance through the city walls.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D6622
Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. Footbridge over the River Boyne, with neo-gothic St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D6621
Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. Footbridge over the River Boyne, with the new shopping complex built out over the river on stilts.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D6620
Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: view from the roadbridge over the River Boyne, with St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church on the left and a Martello tower on the Millmount (possibly a prehistoric burial mound) ahead.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D6619
Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. The ruined 4-storey gatehouse to the abbey.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, monastery, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D6618
Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. The chantry (left) with the octagonal lavabo in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, monastery, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D6617
Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. View of the original gatehouse through an arch of the lavabo.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, monastery, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D6616
Ireland, Louth, Drogheda: ruins of Old Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian abbey in the country, founded in 1152, closed after the dissolution in 1539. The 13th century, octagonal lavabo, the monks' washing room, with part of the (rebuilt) cloister arcade.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, monastery, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D6615
Ireland, Louth, Monasterboice: a monastic site dating back to the 6th century, flourishing until the 11th century, when it was plundered by Vikings and abandoned. The elaborately carved West Cross stands approximately 6.5 metres high, one of the tallest in Ireland.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, graveyard

PMR-D6614
Ireland, Louth, Monasterboice: a monastic site dating back to the 6th century, flourishing until the 11th century, when it was plundered by Vikings and abandoned. The round tower, over 30 metres high, showing the entrance, some two metres above ground leval. The West Cross stands in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, graveyard

PMR-D6613
Ireland, Louth, Monasterboice: a monastic site dating back to the 6th century, flourishing until the 11th century, when it was plundered by Vikings and abandoned. The round tower, over 30 metres high, surrounded by gravestones ancient and modern.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, graveyard

PMR-D6612
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Knowth neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, One of the adjacent smaller burial mounds without its roof.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6610
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Knowth neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, It contains the greatest collection of passage-grave art ever uncovered in Western Europe. Carvings on one of the large supporting stones.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6609
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Knowth neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, It contains the greatest collection of passage-grave art ever uncovered in Western Europe. Carvings on one of the large supporting stones.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6608
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Knowth neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, It contains the greatest collection of passage-grave art ever uncovered in Western Europe. Standing stones in front of the passage entrance on the far side.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6607
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Knowth neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, It contains the greatest collection of passage-grave art ever uncovered in Western Europe. Spiral carvings on one of the large supporting stones.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

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

PMR-D6605
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Knowth neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC. Some of the adjacent smaller burial mounds.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

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

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

PMR-D6602
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Knowth neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, The entrance also boasts a carved entrance stone which functioned as a sun dial in conjunction with the adjacent stone post. The mound was used for thousands of years after its construction as a defended stronghold.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6601
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Newgrange neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, measures 80 metres (!) in diameter and 13 metres high. Part of the reconstructed perimeter wall which stands on large rocks.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6600
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Newgrange neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, measures 80 metres (!) in diameter and 13 metres high. One of the adjacent smaller burial sites.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6599
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Newgrange neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, measures 80 metres (!) in diameter and 13 metres high. Part of the facade reconstructed by Prof. M.J. O'Kelly with material from the site.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6598
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Newgrange neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, measures 80 metres (!) in diameter and 13 metres high and is located on a hill top. The passage entry is aligned with the sun's rays at the time of the winter solstice.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6597
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Newgrange neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, measures 80 metres (!) in diameter and 13 metres high. An isolated standing stone, decorated with spiral designs.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6596
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Newgrange neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, measures 80 metres (!) in diameter and 13 metres high. The entrance has been reconstructed by Prof. M.J. O'Kelly with material from the site: the putative original appearance of the facade.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6595
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Newgrange neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, measures 80 metres (!) in diameter and 13 metres high. The entrance has been reconstructed by Prof. M.J. O'Kelly with material from the site. The entrance stone is covered with superbly carved spiral designs of unknown significance
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6594
Ireland, County Meath, Brú Na Bóinne: Newgrange neolithic Irish passage tomb dating from about 3200 BC, measures 80 metres (!) in diameter and 13 metres high. The entrance has been reconstructed by Prof. M.J. O'Kelly with material from the site.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, archeology, necropolis, ancient, UNESCO

PMR-D6593
Ireland, Louth, Monasterboice: a monastic site dating back to the 6th century, flourishing until the 11th century, when it was plundered by Vikings and abandoned. A ruined church surrounded by lichen-covered gravestones ancient and modern.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, graveyard

PMR-D6591
Ireland, Louth, Monasterboice: a monastic site dating back to the 6th century, flourishing until the 11th century, when it was plundered by Vikings and abandoned. The elaborately carved Muireadach's Cross, named after a former abbot, is probably the finest Celtic Cross in the country.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, graveyard, art

PMR-D6590
Ireland, Louth, Monasterboice: a monastic site dating back to the 6th century, flourishing until the 11th century, when it was plundered by Vikings and abandoned. A ruined church surrounded by gravestones ancient and modern.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, graveyard

PMR-D6589
Ireland, Louth, Monasterboice: a monastic site dating back to the 6th century, flourishing until the 11th century, when it was plundered by Vikings and abandoned. A well preserved round tower, more than 30 metres high. According to the records it was burnt out in 1097, destroying many valuable manuscripts.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, graveyard

PMR-D6588
Ireland, Louth, Monasterboice: a monastic site dating back to the 6th century, flourishing until the 11th century, when it was plundered by Vikings and abandoned. A ruined church surrounded by gravestones ancient and modern.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, graveyard

PMR-D6587
Ireland, Louth, Monasterboice: a monastic site dating back to the 6th century, flourishing until the 11th century, when it was plundered by Vikings and abandoned. The elaborately carved Muireadach's Cross, named after a former abbot, is probably the finest Celtic Cross in the country.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, graveyard

PMR-D6586
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: Dublin Castle: the turreted Record Tower, the sole surviving tower from the mediaeval castle from ca. 1228, with the adjoining Chapel Royal (19th century). Seen from the Dubhlinn Gardens, laid out in 1680.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, capital city, architecture

PMR-D6585
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: Dublin Castle: Upper Castle Yard with State Entrance (left), Castle Hall with Bedford Tower and the State Apartments.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, capital city, architecture

PMR-D6584
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: Dublin Castle: Castle Hall with Bedford Tower.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, capital city, architecture

PMR-D6583
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: Trinity College: the Campanile, designed by Sir Charles Lanyon, was completed in 1853. The flanking sculptures are by Thomas Kirk.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, capital city, architecture, Georgian

PMR-D6582
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: Arnaldo Pomodoro's sculpture "Sphere within a Sphere" in Trinity College. The inner sphere represents the earth and the outer sphere, Christianity.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, capital city, architecture, artistic

PMR-D6581
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: the General Post Office on O'Connell Street, a neo-classical building by Francis Johnston (1818) which was used as HQ by the rebels during the 1916 Easter Rising.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, capital city, architecture

PMR-D6580
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: the General Post Office on O'Connell Street, a neo-classical building by Francis Johnston (1818) which was used as HQ by the rebels during the 1916 Easter Rising.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, capital city, architecture

PMR-D6579
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: O'Connell Bridge (1880) over the River Liffey, with O'Connell Monument in the background.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, capital city, architecture

PMR-D6578
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: the Ha'penny Bridge (1816) over the River Liffey, with Bachelors Walk on the right.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, capital city, architecture

PMR-D6577
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: Daniel O'Connell Monument at the end of O'Connell Street, often regarded as the centre of the city. Behind, the 120-metre-high stainless steel Spire devised by London architect, Ian Ritchie. Said to be the tallest sculpture in the world.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, capital city, architecture, sculpture

PMR-D6576
African wild dog or African painted dog (Lycaon pictus) in Dublin Zoo. Its wild population has been reduced to ca. 6600 animals (2016).
Keywords: canids, dogs, carnivores, endangered

PMR-D6575
African wild dog or African painted dog (Lycaon pictus) in Dublin Zoo. Its wild population has been reduced to ca. 6600 animals (2016).
Keywords: canids, dogs, carnivores, endangered

PMR-D6574
African wild dog or African painted dog (Lycaon pictus) in Dublin Zoo. Its wild population has been reduced to ca. 6600 animals (2016).
Keywords: canids, dogs, carnivores, endangered

PMR-D6572
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: the admirably large enclosure for western lowland gorillas in Dublin Zoo.
Keywords: capital city, zoological, gardens, apes, primates

PMR-D6571
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: a western lowland gorilla climbing a tree in Dublin Zoo.
Keywords: capital city, zoological, gardens, apes, primates

PMR-D6570
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: a western lowland gorilla climbing a tree in Dublin Zoo.
Keywords: capital city, zoological, gardens, apes, primates

PMR-D6569
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: a western lowland gorilla climbing a tree in Dublin Zoo.
Keywords: capital city, zoological, gardens, apes, primates

PMR-D6568
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: a western lowland gorilla climbing a tree in Dublin Zoo.
Keywords: capital city, zoological, gardens, apes, primates

PMR-D6567
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: a western lowland gorilla climbing a tree in Dublin Zoo.
Keywords: capital city, zoological, gardens, apes, primates

PMR-D6566
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: western lowland gorillas share their enclosure with red-capped mangabey monkeys in Dublin Zoo.
Keywords: capital city, zoological, gardens, apes, primates

PMR-D6565
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: built between 1817 and 1861, the 63-metre-high Wellington Monument stands in the south-east of Phoenix Park.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, landscape, capital city, architecture, column

PMR-D6564
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: Christ Church Cathedral dates back to 1028, but was largely rebuilt for the last time in 1871 in neo-gothic/romanesque style. It claims to be the seat of both the Church of Ireland and the Roman Catholic archbishops of Dublin. It is linked to the Synod House by a stone footbridge.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, capital city, architecture

PMR-D6563
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: Christ Church Cathedral dates back to 1028, but was largely rebuilt for the last time in 1871 in neo-gothic/romanesque style. It claims to be the seat of both the Church of Ireland and the Roman Catholic archbishops of Dublin.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, capital city, architecture

PMR-D6562
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: Dublinia, a museum devoted to the history of the city, particularly Viking and Meiaeval. It is housed in the Synod Hall of Christ Church Cathedral.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, capital city, architecture

PMR-D6561
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: the Olympia Theatre on Dame Street, dating from 1879, has seen many famous performers treading its boards
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, colourful, capital city, architecture, show business, cabaret, musicals, plays

PMR-D6560
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: statue of Michael Cusack (1847-1906), founder of the Gaelic Athletic Association, outside the Aviva Stadium in Lansdowne Road.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, capital city, sculpture, memorial, sports , athletics, Irish

PMR-D6559
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: statue of Oscar Wilde by Danny Osborne, in the corner of Merrion Square, with a statue of his pregnant mother.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, capital city, sculpture

PMR-D6558
Ireland, Leinster, Dublin: statue of Oscar Wilde by Danny Osborne, in the corner of Merrion Square.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, capital city, sculpture

PMR-D6557
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: the Triton Lake with its silver winged horses, which form part of the family coat of arms.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape

PMR-D6556
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: a magnificent landscaped view of Sugarloaf Mountain from the end of the estate.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape

PMR-D6555
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view of the Grotto in the Japanese Garden, created in a dell in 1908 by the 8th Viscount Powerscourt.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, botanic

PMR-D6553
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view of the Japanese Garden, created in a dell in 1908 by the 8th Viscount Powerscourt.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, botanic

PMR-D6552
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: Pepperpot Tower amid a diverse range of foliage.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, trees

PMR-D6551
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: cannons on the castellated parapet of Pepperpot Tower.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape

PMR-D6550
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view from the Pepperpot Tower showing a diverse range of trees. Sugarloaf Mountain in the background.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape

PMR-D6549
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: the Pepperpot Tower, modelled on a favourite pepperpot from Lord Powerscourt's table.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, architecture

PMR-D6548
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: elaborate wrought iron gates to the garden with the mansion in the background.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape

PMR-D6547
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: a colourful flower bed in the top walled garden.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, botanic

PMR-D6546
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view of the house and flowerbeds from the top walled garden.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, botanic

PMR-D6545
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: colourful memorial to Lady Julia, daughter of the 2nd Earl of Leicester, by her son.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape

PMR-D6544
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: a colourful herbacious border in the walled garden.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape, botanic

PMR-D6543
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: a diversity of foliage trees reflected in the Dolphin Pool.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape

PMR-D6542
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: mature trees in the 64-square-kilometre estate.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape

PMR-D6541
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view of the mansion and terraces from the Triton Lake.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape

PMR-D6540
Ireland, Wicklow, Powerscourt Estate dates back to ca. 1300, but the Palladian mansion was built in 1741 and twice restored after disastrous fires: view down the valley from the top terrace with the Sugarloaf Mountain in the distance.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, park , gardens, picturesque, colourful, landscape

PMR-D6539
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: model of the mediaeval settlement in its flourishing years.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, layout, overview

PMR-D6538
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the sides of Glendalough Valley are well wooded, with grassland at the bottom.
Keywords: historic, heritage, culture, nature, countryside, picturesque

PMR-D6537
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: view of the Upper Lake, on whose shores the original settlement was founded.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, nature, countryside

PMR-D6536
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the 11th-century Reefert Church was the traditional burial place of the chiefs of the O'Toole family and 7 graves have been discovered. A number of rough stone crosses stand nearby.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, gravestones, celtic cross, cemetery

PMR-D6535
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the 11th-century Reefert Church was the traditional burial place of the chiefs of the O'Toole family and 7 graves have been discovered.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, gravestones, celtic cross, cemetery

PMR-D6534
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the 11th-century Reefert Church was the traditional burial place of the chiefs of the O'Toole family and 7 graves have been discovered. A number of rough stone crosses stand nearby.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, gravestones, celtic cross, cemetery

PMR-D6533
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: information office of the Wicklow Mountains National Park, near the Upper Lake, on the shore of which St. Kevin founded the original settlement.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, cottage, garden

PMR-D6532
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: a birch grove in the park.
Keywords: picturesque, trees, copse, wood, woodland, light & shade

PMR-D6531
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: this small church unusually incorporates a round belltower and has acquired the name of "Kevin's Kitchen" or "Kevin's Church". It dates from the 11th century.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval

PMR-D6530
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: double arches of the main (and only surviving) entrance.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, architecture

PMR-D6529
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the ruins of the Cathedral of St Peter and Paul, the largest of the churches at Glendalough, with its 10th century nave.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval

PMR-D6528
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: ruins of the Cathedral of St Peter and Paul, surrounded by gravestones ancient and modern, with the round tower in the background.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval

PMR-D6527
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the round lookout tower, 33 metres high, which has stood unchanged for a thousand years, surrounded by ancient and modern gravestones. The entrance was well above ground level, reached by wooden steps which could be drawn up in the event of attack.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval

PMR-D6526
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the stone church known as "Kevin's Kitchen", with the 33-metre round tower behind.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval

PMR-D6525
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the round lookout tower, 33 metres high, which has stood unchanged for a thousand years.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval

PMR-D6524
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: this small church unusually incorporates a round tower and has acquired the name of "Kevin's Kitchen".
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval

PMR-D6523
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: the round lookout tower, 33 metres high, which has stood unchanged for a thousand years, seen from the tiny river Poulanass.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, architecture, mediaeval

PMR-D6521
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: information office of the Wicklow Mountains National Park, near the Upper Lake, on the shore of which St. Kevin founded the original settlement.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, picturesque, cottage, garden

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

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

PMR-D6518
Ireland, Wicklow, Glendalough, a monastic settlement founded in the 5th century by Saint Kevin: double arches of the main (and only surviving) entrance. The lady on the left has been playing the uillean pipes, a traditional musical instrument.
Keywords: historic, heritage, monument, culture, architecture

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

PMR-D6516
England, Merseyside, Liverpool: two of the 25-foot-diameter clockfaces on the Royal Liver Building with one of the two mythical Liver Birds, itself 18 feet high.
Keywords: historic, heritage, architecture, monument, memorial, sculpture, culture, UNESCO

PMR-D6515
England, Merseyside, Liverpool: Memorial to the Engine Room Heroes of the Titanic which sank in the North Atlantic on 15th April 1912, with the Royal Liver Building, completed on 19th July 1911, in the background. One of Liverpool's "Three Graces", standing on the Pier Head.
Keywords: historic, heritage, architecture, monument, memorial, sculpture, culture, UNESCO

PMR-D6514
England, Merseyside, Liverpool: the Port of Liverpool Building, formerly the Mersey Docks and Harbour Board Building, was built between 1904 and 1907 and is known as one of Liverpool's Three Graces on the Pier Head.
Keywords: historic, heritage, architecture, monument, culture, offices, office-block, UNESCO

PMR-D6513
England, Merseyside, Liverpool: the Museum of Liverpool on the Pier Head opened its doors in 2011.
Keywords: heritage, architecture, culture, design

PMR-D6512
England, Merseyside, Liverpool: the equestrian statue of Prince Albert by Thomas Thornycroft in front of St. George's Hall, was erected in 1866, and stands next to a similar statue of Queen Victoria.
Keywords: historic, heritage, architecture, monument, memorial, sculpture, culture

PMR-D6511
England, Merseyside, Liverpool: the statue of the Duke of Wellington on a column, erected in 1865, stands 40.2 metres high.
Keywords: historic, heritage, architecture, monument, memorial, sculpture, culture

PMR-D6510
England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): the Elizabethan mansion at the centre of the gardens was built in 1590.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, architecture

PMR-D6509
England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): bizarre yew-tree roots clasping the rocks on the "Rock Walk"
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, garden, woods

PMR-D6508
England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): bizarre yew-tree roots clasping the rocks on the "Rock Walk"
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, garden, woods

PMR-D6507
England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): Bloomers Valley, which is reverting to flower meadows after years of cultivation.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, ecology, biotope

PMR-D6506
England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): bizarre yew-tree roots clasping the rocks on the "Rock Walk"
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, garden, woods

PMR-D6505
England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): an artistically carved tree stump featuring a leaping fish by a woodland path.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, wood-carving, diversion

PMR-D6504
England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): giant mushrooms, artistically formed from rushes, by a woodland path.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, feature

PMR-D6503
England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): masses of wild flowers in Loder Valley, by Westwood Lake.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house

PMR-D6502
Centaury (Centaurium erythraea)
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, shrubs, trees

PMR-D6501
Eurasian Nuthatch (Sitta europaea) in Wakehurst Gardens.
Keywords: ornithology, birds, Sittidae

PMR-D6500
Common or Ring-necked pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) in Wakehurst Gardens.
Keywords: ornithology, birds, Galliforms, game, colourful

PMR-D6499
England, West Sussex, Wakehurst (National Trust/Royal Botanic Gardens): a sika deer, carved in a living cedar tree, by Japanese artist Masa Susuki. Known as "Tachigi-bori", the aim is to recognise each tree's individual spirit without causing damage to the tree itself.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, wood-carving, artistic

PMR-D6498
England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the main facade of Petworth House, former home of the Percy family, Earls of Northumberland, from the grounds.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house

PMR-D6497
England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): view across the lake with landscaped trees by 'Capability' Brown and waterfowl.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house

PMR-D6496
England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the main facade of Petworth House from the grounds.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house

PMR-D6495
England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the end of the lake with reflections of trees. The grounds were landscaped by 'Capability' Brown.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, landscape

PMR-D6494
England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): distant view of the main facade of Petworth House from the end of the lake. The grounds were landscaped by 'Capability' Brown.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house

PMR-D6493
England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the main facade of Petworth House from the lake, with geese in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house

PMR-D6492
Egyptian Geese (Alopochen aegyptiaca).
Keywords: ornithology, waterfowl, birds, feral, neophyte

PMR-D6491
England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): the main facade of Petworth House, former home of the Percy family, Earls of Northumberland, from the grounds.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house

PMR-D6490
England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): an Ionic rotunda is a feature of the Pleasure Grounds, landscaped by 'Capability Brown'.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house

PMR-D6489
England, West Sussex, Petworth (National Trust): a Doric temple is a feature of the Pleasure Grounds, landscaped by 'Capability Brown'.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, gardens

PMR-D6488
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. Part of the Great Hall from the courtyard; note the "XXL" dog kennel!
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, botanical, mansion, country house, mediaeval

PMR-D6487
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The Tudor-style west wing from the courtyard.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval

PMR-D6486
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The south facade, reflected in the waters of the moat.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, country house, mediaeval, mansion

PMR-D6485
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. View of the house from the south-west, with stone bridge to the main entrance.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, botanical, mansion, country house, mediaeval

PMR-D6484
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. Landscaped pleasure gardens to the north of the house.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval

PMR-D6483
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. A rose terrace, recently introduced into the gardens near the herbacious border.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, botanical, mansion, country house, mediaeval

PMR-D6482
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. A water lily flower on the south lake.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, botanical, mansion, country house, mediaeval

PMR-D6481
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The south facade reflected in the lake, which may once have been a mill pond.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval

PMR-D6480
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The south facade reflected in the lake, which may once have been a mill pond.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, botanical, mansion, country house, mediaeval, ragwort

PMR-D6479
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The east facade with moat and stone bridge.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval

PMR-D6478
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. Part of the east facade, reflected in the water of the moat.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval

PMR-D6477
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. Elizabethan-type chimneys on the south east corner, with the stone bridge over the moat.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval

PMR-D6476
England, Kent, Ightham Mote (National Trust): in a secluded part of rural Kent, the manor house dates back to about 1340 AD. The renovated south facade, reflected in the moat.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mansion, country house, mediaeval

PMR-D6456
England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): a carved wooden frog acts as a way-marker on one of the woodland trails.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, landscape, artistic, trees

PMR-D6455
England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): herbacious border in the Wall Garden.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, botanical, flowers, shrubs, landscape

PMR-D6454
England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): herbacious borders in the Wall Garden through a clematis-bedecked archway.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, botanical, flowers, shrubs, landscape

PMR-D6453
England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): meadowland wth the Arboretum Walk beyond.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, botanical, landscape, trees, view

PMR-D6452
England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): colourful herbacious border.
Keywords: colourful, botanical, flowers, shrubs, eyecatching

PMR-D6451
England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): view of the house and ruins across the main lawn, with flower beds in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, botanical, mansion, country house

PMR-D6450
Jackdaw (Corvus monedula)
Keywords: bird, ornithology, corvids

PMR-D6449
England, Sussex, Nymans Gardens (National Trust): herbacious border in the Wall Garden.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, botanical, flowers, shrubs, landscape

PMR-D6448
England, Kent, Dover: view of the ferry harbour, with the white cliffs and Dover Castle in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, port, ships , boats, jetty, quayside

PMR-D6447
France, Calais: DFDS ferry "Cotes des Dunes", formerly "SeaFrance Rodin" arriving from Dover.
Keywords: port, car-ferry, ship , boat, Channel, Manche, coast

PMR-D6446
France, Calais: the beach, with harbour jetty in the foreground.
Keywords: port, waterfront, apartments, shore, beacon, harbour light

PMR-D6445
Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) in flight.
Keywords: bird, seagull, ornithology, gliding, flying

PMR-D6440
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: rose garden of Weikersheim Palace, former seat of the Hohenlohe family.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, castle, Schloss, flowers

PMR-D6439
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Weikersheim: St. George's Church, built 1419-25, with renaissance and baroque towers added later, viewed from the gateway of the renaissance palace, former seat of the Hohenlohe family.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6438
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: Marktplatz (marketplace) with Milchlingsbrunnen (fountain) with the tower of St. John the Baptist's Minster showing over the Doppelhäuser ("twin buildings").
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order

PMR-D6437
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: Altes Rathaus (the old town hall), built in 1564 by Hochmeister Wolfgang Schutzbar.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order

PMR-D6436
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: Milchlingsbrunnen, a fountain with knight in armour looking towards the Bläser Tower of the Castle of the Knights of the Teutonic Order, from the marketplace.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order

PMR-D6435
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: Marktplatz (marketplace) with Milchlingsbrunnen (fountain) with the tower of St. John the Baptist's Minster showing over the Doppelhäuser ("twin buildings").
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order

PMR-D6434
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: the Bläserturm, at 49 metres, is the highest part of the Castle of the Knights of the Teutonic Order which dates back to the 11th century.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order

PMR-D6433
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: entrance to the Castle of the Knights of the Teutonic Order which dates back to the 11th century. The renaissance entrance gate and tower was built in 1626.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order

PMR-D6432
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Bad Mergentheim: north-east wing of the courtyard of the Castle of the Knights of the Teutonic Order, currently occupied by the Finanzamt (Tax Department).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, sanatorium, spa, health-resort, Teutonic Order

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

PMR-D6430
Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: gardens of Brattenstein Castle, a seat of the lords of Hohenlohe until 1345. The courtyard is used every summer (since 1984) for open-air theatre performances.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6429
Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: Zehntscheune (tithe store), part of Brattenstein Castle, a seat of the lords of Hohenlohe until 1345, forms part of the town wall.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6428
Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: part of the intact 470-metre-long north-western defence wall, with the spire of the Catholic parish church, St. Kilian.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6427
Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: Neue Hundeheimer Tor-turm, a tower-gate which now stands inside the town wall, was built in the late 15th century to replace the old tower which still stands next to it.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6426
Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: newly renovated Schweinehirtenturm ("Swineherd's Tower) has timber framework on the inner wall and a hip-roof.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6425
Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: Schneckenturm ("Snail Tower") stands on the northernmost corner of the town wall and commands a view in three directions.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6424
Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: Jakobsturm, one of the oldest of the original 14 defence towers, has been converted into holiday accommodation. From outside the town wall it retains its original appearance.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6423
Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: marketplace with maypole and timber-frame houses
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6422
Germany, Bavaria, Unterfranken, Röttingen: newly renovated baroque Rathaus (town hall), built in 1750 on the site of the previous building. Over the doorway is the coat of arms of Prince-Bishop Karl Philipp von Greifenclau (1749-54).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6421
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: Museumstrasse, looking towards the marketplace.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6420
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: the Goddess Minerva , atop a column of the fountain (1727), with the former Rathaus (town hall) and the Stiftskirche across the cobbled marketplace.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6419
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: Oberes Tor, the town's northern gate, the only surviving gate.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6418
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: colourful coat of arms on the fountain in the market place.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

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

PMR-D6416
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: the Herrgottskirche (Church of Our Lord) was built between 1384 and 1389 and is famous as the home of Tilman Riemenschneider's carved masterpiece depicting the Assumption of the Virgin Mary into Heaven.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, woodcarving, gothic, religious

PMR-D6415
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: the Virgin Mary's retable in the Herrgottskirche (Church of Our Lord), a masterpiece of woodcarving by Tilman Riemanschneider (1460-1531) depicting the Assumption of the Virgin Mary into Heaven. The shrine is made of pinewood but the figures are carved in softer limewood.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, gothic, religious, famous, moving, compassion, expressive, artistic

PMR-D6414
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: the high altar in the Herrgottskirche (Church of Our Lord) bears a triptique of the crucifixion dating from the 15th century by an unknown hand.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, woodcarving, gothic, religious

PMR-D6413
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: the high altar in the Herrgottskirche (Church of Our Lord) bears a triptique of the crucifixion dating from the 15th century by an unknown hand.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, woodcarving, gothic, religious

PMR-D6412
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: south view of Lindleinturm (tower) with part of the town wall. The two heated rooms were used as a domestic dwelling until 1993 but it has now been turned into a museum.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6411
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: Lindleinturm (tower) the two heated rooms were used as a domestic dwelling until 1993 but it has now been turned into a museum.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6410
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: a picturesque old timber-frame house, with the tower of the Petruskirche (St. Peter's Church) behind.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6409
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: tower of the protestant Petruskirche (St. Peter's Church).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6408
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: panorama view over the old town with a bush of white roses in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6407
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: "Romschlössle", a three-storey timber-frame mansion dating from 1593, formerly "Haus Weinsberg" now houses the Cultural Centre.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6406
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: fine timber-frame buildings in the old town.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6405
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: timber-frame building, now an Italian Bistro, built onto the Faulturm (tower) and the old town wall.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6404
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: Faulturm (tower) one of the remaining defence towers with built-on timber-frame houses.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6403
Germany, Baden-Württemberg, Creglingen: the old pharmacy, a timber-frame building with a fine oriel on the Hauptstrasse (main street).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6402
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Schillingsfürst: baroque castle of the Princes of Hohenlohe-Schillingsfürst, now a falconry centre and health resort.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6401
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: a timber-frame house in the old town.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6400
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Dreikönigskapelle (Three Kings Chapel) dates back to before 1378. Today it houses a memorial to victims of the NAZI regime.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6399
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Segringer Tor, the town's western gate, was destroyed by Swedish troops in 1648 and rebuilt in baroque style in 1655
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6398
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: tower of St. George's Minster from the Market Place. The red building on the left is the Weinmarkt, where visiting royalty used to be accommodated.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6397
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: wrought iron sign on Nördlingen Strasse with vine motif.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6396
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: wrought-iron sign on the Hotel Gasthaus Goldene Krone.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6395
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: fountain on Nördlinger Strasse.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, cobblestones

PMR-D6394
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Nördlinger Tor, the town's southern gate, with the town mill (right) dating from 1378 and fortified, being outside the town wall.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6393
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Nördlinger Tor, the town's southern gate (right centre), with the town mill (right) dating from 1378 and fortified, being outside the town wall. The round defence tower (Salwarten Turm) is part of the town wall. The allotments in the foreground are let to the socially needy.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6392
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Wörnitz Tor, the town's eastern gate and oldest of the four town gates.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6391
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Wörnitz Tor, the town's eastern gate and oldest of the four town gates.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6390
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Spitalanlage (hospice area), dating from 1280. The large timber-frame building is the former orphage.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6389
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: renaissance gable-houses on Dr. Martin-Luther Strasse. The one at the far end, painted red, is the "Weinmarkt", where visiting royalty used to be accommodated.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6388
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: the park warden's house, in the north-western corner of the town wall, on the Rothenburg Pool.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6387
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Rothenburger Tor, the town's north gate, dates from about 1390. The barbican in front of the tower was added in 16th century.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6386
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: cobbled streets and burgher houses in the old town, with one of the defence towers on the town wall in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6385
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: cobbled streets and burgher houses in the old town. All trading names must be written in "gothic" script.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6384
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: renaissance gable-houses on Dr. Martin-Luther Strasse. The one on the left, painted red, is the "Weinmarkt", where visiting royalty used to be accommodated.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6383
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: "Deutsches Haus" , a fine timber framed house in renaissance style, is the ancestral home of the Counts of Drechsel-Deufstetten.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6382
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: tables and benches for the consumption of beer and sausages fill the market square during the Volksfest.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, beer festival, revelry, celebration, open-air

PMR-D6381
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: west facade of the Stiftskirche (Collegiate Church) which owes its origin to Charlemagne according to legend.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6380
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: St. John's Church, sited alongside the Stiftskirche, is also protestant and is also romanesque in parts.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6379
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: the romanesque portal of the Stiftskirche (Collegiate Church) showing the Norman-style zig-zag decoration. !5th century frescoes are visible in the porch.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6378
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: west facade of the Stiftskirche (Collegiate Church) showing the romanesque portal.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6377
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: nave of the Stiftskirche (Collegiate Church), the older parts of which are romanesque style, with the large 15th century cross on the altar .
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, vaulting, gothic

PMR-D6376
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: tables and benches for the consumption of beer and sausages line the cobbled streets during the Volksfest.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, beer festival, revelry, celebration, open-air

PMR-D6375
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Feuchtwangen: the Goddess Minerva , atop a column of the fountain (1727), surveys the marketplace, filled with revellers enjoying the beer during the Volksfest.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, beer festival, revelry, celebration, open-air

PMR-D6374
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: gabled facades on the main street, Dr. Martin-Luther Strasse, with Rothenburg Gate in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6368
Flowers of Thick-leaved Stonecrop (Sedum dasyphyllum).
Keywords: alpine plants, succulents, wild flowers, botany, nature, phytography

PMR-D6367
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D6366
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D6365
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D6364
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

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

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

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

PMR-D6360
Cactus flower on Astrophytum ornatum.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D6359
Cactus flower on Astrophytum ornatum.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D6346
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D6345
Flowers on Notocactus pampeanus cactus.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, house plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D6344
Flowers on Notocactus pampeanus cactus.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, house plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D6343
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Karwendel Mountains reflected in the waters of the Lautersee.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D6342
Flowers of Bogbean (Menyanthes trifoliata) on Kranzberg.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, shrubs, trees, Fieberklee

PMR-D6341
Flowers of Birdseye Primrose (Primula farinosa) on Kranzberg.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, shrubs, trees

PMR-D6340
Flowers of Mountain Avens (Dryas octopetala) and Birdseye Primrose (Primula farinosa) on Kranzberg.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, shrubs, trees

PMR-D6339
Flowers of Forget-me-not (Mysotis alpestris) and Red German Catchfly (Lychnis viscaria) on Kranzberg.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, shrubs, trees

PMR-D6338
Flowers of Globe Flower (Trollius europaeus) on Kranzberg.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, shrubs, trees

PMR-D6337
Flowers of Dusky Cranesbill or Mourning Widow ( Geranium phaeum) on Kranzberg.
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, shrubs, trees

PMR-D6336
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: nave of St. George's Minster, a fine example of a gothic hall church, was built between 1448 and 1499 to plans of Nikolaus Eseler, who was active in this part of the country.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, vaulting, stone-carving

PMR-D6335
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: the carved stone font is contemporary with the building of St. George's Minster, in the 15th century.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, artistry

PMR-D6334
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: the gothic High Altar (with crucifixion scene 1490 AD) in St. George's Minster, is thought to be the work of a Bamberg master.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, woodcarving, art

PMR-D6333
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: the gothic St. Sebastian's altar (1520 AD) in St. George's Minster, was the goal of many pilgrims in the 17th century.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, woodcarving, art

PMR-D6332
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: the gothic Holy Trinity altar (1500 AD) in St. George's Minster, was the goal of many pilgrims in the 17th century.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, woodcarving, art

PMR-D6331
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: half-timbered houses in Lange Gasse, with guitar-maker's shop in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6330
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: town wall with Faulturm (defence tower) and Park-keeper's House, reflected in the Rothenburger Pool.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6329
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Nördlinger Tor, the southern town gate, dates from about 1400, and is crowned by a later step-gable.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6328
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Bäuerlinsturm, a defence tower on the eastern town wall dating from 16th century. Close-up of the living quarters with steeply hipped roof.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6327
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Bäuerlinsturm, a defence tower on the eastern town wall dating from 16th century.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6326
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: row of gabled facades in Nördlinger Strasse.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6325
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: former "Golden Angel" Brewery, now a hotel, in Nördlinger Strasse, with the tower of St. George's Minster in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6324
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: view from the tower of St. George's Minster with St. Paul's protestant church, built 1840-3, in the centre. A number of defence towers on the town wall are visible.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, panorama

PMR-D6323
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: view from the tower of St. George's Minster with Rothenburg Gate Tower and yellow tower of the hospital church. Plastic jackdaws perch on the rail of the viewing gallery!
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, panorama

PMR-D6322
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: storks' nest with 4 young on a rooftop, under permanent watch from CCTV camera.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Cicconia cicconia, birds, ornithology

PMR-D6321
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: romanesque doorway with flanking lions in St. George's Minster. Apart from the tower, the minster is late gothic.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6320
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: gabled houses on the Market Place, adjoining the Minster.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

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

PMR-D6318
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: wrought iron sign on the Hotel Piazza on Segringer Strasse.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6317
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: gabled houses lining Segringer Strasse, with the tower of the Minster in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, cobblestones

PMR-D6316
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: view of the town wall and defence tower ("Grüner Turm") from the Segringer Gate.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6315
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Segringer Tor, the western town gate, was destroyed by the Swedes in 1648 and rebuilt in baroque style in 1655.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, cobblestones

PMR-D6314
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Luis Hezelhof Hotel on Segringer Strasse.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, cobblestones

PMR-D6313
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: Market Place and Lion Fountain with Wörnitz Tor, the eastern town gate, in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, cobblestones

PMR-D6312
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: timber-framed houses on the island in the River Wörnitz.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6311
Germany, Bavaria, Mittelfranken, Dinkelsbühl: town wall with Faulturm (defence tower) and Park-keeper's House, reflected in the Rothenburger Pool.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D4795
Cactus flower on Notocactus pampeanus.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D1711
Cactus flower on Notocactus pampeanus.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D1708
Cactus flower on Notocactus pampeanus.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D1707
Cactus flower on Notocactus pampeanus.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D6310
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Wallerstein: entrance to Wallerstein Castle and brewery.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, beer, tradition

PMR-D6309
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Wallerstein: Wallerstein Brewery, owned by the House of Oettingen-Wallerstein for generations, near the family castle.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, beer, tradition

PMR-D6308
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Wallerstein: view from Castle Rock, a rocky outcrop, with lilac blossom in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6307
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Wallerstein: view from Castle Rock, a rocky outcrop, with lilac blossom in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6306
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Wallerstein: Pest or Marian column, erected as thanksgiving for the passing of the plague. One of only three examples in Germany, (but frequently found in Austria).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

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

PMR-D6304
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Deininger Gate from the top of "Daniel", the tower of St. Georges Church.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, panorama

PMR-D6303
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: Deininger Strasse and Gate from the top of "Daniel", the tower of St. Georges Church.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, panorama

PMR-D6302
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Löpsinger Gate, from the top of "Daniel", the tower of St. Georges Church.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6301
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: Rathaus (town hall) , from the top of "Daniel", the tower of St. Georges Church.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6300
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: view from "Daniel", the tower of St Georges Church, showing Schäffflesmarkt, Brettermarkt, Reimlinger Strasse and Gate, and, outside the wall, Augsburger Strasse. The line of the town wall is clearly to be seen.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, panorama

PMR-D6299
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: St. Georges Church, built 1427-1505 in late gothic style. View of the nave.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fan vaulting

PMR-D6298
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: St. Georges Church, built 1427-1505 in late gothic style. The carved stone pulpit (Augsburg 1499) shows the four evangelists and their symbols.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, artwork

PMR-D6297
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: St. Georges Church, built 1427-1505 in late gothic style. The side organ, mounted above a renaissance organ screen, was destroyed by fire in 1974, but has been partially rebuilt.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, music, musical instruments

PMR-D6296
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: cafe tables in the Market Place, with the Rathaus (town hall), the oldest stone building in the town, in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, geology

PMR-D6295
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: tower of St. Georges Church, known as "Daniel", 90 metres high, also used as watchtower, was manned day and night, against outbreaks of fire and enemy attack. Pink cherry blossom in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6294
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: tower of St. Georges Church, known as "Daniel", 90 metres high, also used as watchtower, was manned day and night, against outbreaks of fire and enemy attack. A fine view of the town may be had by climbing the 360 steps to the gallery near the top.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6293
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Berger Tor, dating from 1362, the western gate to the town, guarded the road from Ulm. View from the town wall.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6292
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Berger Tor, dating from 1362, the western gate to the town, guarded the road from Ulm. View from the town wall.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6291
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: tower of St. Georges Church, known as "Daniel", 90 metres high, also used as watchtower, was manned day and night, against outbreaks of fire and enemy attack. View from the defenders' gallery on the town wall, with cherry trees in blossom.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6290
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Feilturm or Schuldturm was a defence tower dating back to the 14th century. It may have been used as a prison.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6289
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the round Reissturm was a defence tower, first mentionned in 1406, but was remodelled in 1644. It is crowned with a "floating Welsh cupola".
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6288
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Reimlinger Tor, the southern town gate, is the oldest of the town's gates, dating from the early 14th century. It guarded the trade route to Augsburg. The town's coat of arms is emblazoned above the archway.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6287
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: Deininger Tor, the town's south-east gate acquired its present form in 1517. View from the defenders' gallery on the town wall.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6286
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: a long stretch of the defenders' gallery on the town wall, with houses built onto the inner wall.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6285
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Löpsinger Tor, the north-eastern town gate, dates originally from ca. 1388 but was rebuilt in 1592 in the style of the Deininger Gate. It guarded the trade route to Nuremberg.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6284
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: part of the defenders' gallery on the town wall near the Löpsinger Gate, with an unusual defence tower.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6283
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Löpsinger Tor, the north-eastern town gate, dates originally from ca. 1388 but was rebuilt in 1592 in the style of the Deininger Gate. It guarded the trade route to Nuremberg.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6282
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: defenders' gallery on the town wall, with the only "pointed defence tower". Nördlingen is the only German town with an unbroken town wall which one can circumambulate.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6281
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: house number 7, Weinmarkt, the former "Gasthaus Engel" with new baroque facade dated 1882.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6280
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: a row of fine gabled burgher houses, facing onto the Weinmarkt.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6279
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Rathaus (town hall), the oldest stone building in the town. The fine stone stairway was added in 1618 and is built with "suevite", a stone formed by sintering after meteoric impacts.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, geology

PMR-D6278
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Berger Tor, dating from 1362, the western gate to the town, guarded the road from Ulm.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6277
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: tower of St. Georges Church, known as "Daniel", 90 metres high, also used as watchtower, was manned day and night, against outbreaks of fire and enemy attack.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6276
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: the Hafenmarkt (former pottery market). The building with yellow window frames is the "Klösterle" named after a Barefoot Monastery, first mentioned in 1243.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6275
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: a row of gabled facades on Löpsinger Strasse.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6274
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: Deininger Tor, the town's south-east gate acquired its present form in 1517. View from Deininger Strasse.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6273
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: gabled houses on Schrannenstrasse, with the old Schranne (cornstore)(red building) at the end.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6272
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Nördlingen: Baldinger Tor (1376), the northern town gate and most modest of the five gates.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6271
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: Nördlinger Gate, with the 400-year-old St. Barbara's Church up the hill.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6270
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: gabled facades with the galleried town hall (Rathaus) on the right.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6269
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the town well, dressed with Easter eggs.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6268
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the coat of arms of Silesia in the cobbled main street.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6267
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: peaceful scene with reflections in the River Wörnitz.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6266
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: peaceful scene with reflections in the River Wörnitz.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6265
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the weir on the River Wörnitz with the 400-year-old St. Barbara's Church in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6264
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: view of the village from the stone bridge with reflections in the River Wörnitz.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6263
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the old stone bridge over the River Wörnitz.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6262
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the ramparts, with the River Wörnitz and the old town of Harburg with its original stone bridge.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6261
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the ramparts, with the River Wörnitz and the old town of Harburg with its original stone bridge.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6260
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the ramparts, with the River Wörnitz, the town of Harburg, and the main road which tunnels through the hill below.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6259
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the south-west. View over the defenders' gallery of the surrounding countryside.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6258
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. The stucco figure of Pax (peace) faces the figure of Mars (war) at opposite ends of the great hall.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6257
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. The stucco figure of Mars (war) faces the figure of Pax (peace) at opposite ends of the great hall.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6256
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the Burgvogtei (admin), eintrance to the inner courtyard with portcullis, White Tower, defenders' gallery and wellhouse, with herb garden in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6255
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the defenders' gallery, former bakery with its own tower and wellhouse.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6254
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the portcullis, White Tower, defenders' gallery and wellhouse.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6253
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. A closer view of the defenders' gallery.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6252
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. The Burgvogtei (administration) on the left, with the chapel and Palas (living quarters) on the far side of the courtyard. The open-air restaurant is in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6251
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the herb garden, the keep and Kastenhaus (grain store) from the defenders' gallery.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6250
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the White Tower and the gatekeeper's house, from the herb garden.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6249
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the inner gate with its portcullis, the defenders' gallery, the White Tower and the present-day restaurant.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6248
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the ramparts, with the River Wörnitz, the town of Harburg, and the main road which tunnels through the hill below.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6247
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. The herb garden, in the inner courtyard.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6246
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. "Rote Stallung", the former stables.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6245
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the keep/watchtower, the oldest part of the fortress, with a bastion in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6244
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View of the inner courtyard with wellhouse in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6243
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the south-west.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6242
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the south-west.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6241
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Harburg: the castle of Harburg, dating back to before 1150, is one of the largest and best-preserved in southern Germany. View from the south-west.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, fortress, fortification, defence

PMR-D6240
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: the carillon on the town hall gable was acquired in 1986 to celebrate the building's 750-year anniversary.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, glockenspiel, bells, finials

PMR-D6239
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: view of the former Benedictine Monastery, dating back to the 11th century. It acquired its present appearance in 1747. Note the stork's nest on the right hand end of the roof.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6238
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: reflections of the Riedl Gate in the waters of the River Wörnitz arm.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6237
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: view of the Färbeltorl , one of 18 towers originally built into the town wall, is now used for exhibitions.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6236
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: wine bar on the Kronengasse.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6235
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: the Rathaus (town hall) dates from 1236 but acquired its present appearance, with step-gable and finials after reconstruction in 1853.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6234
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: view of the bottom half of Reichsstrasse, with the
Rathaus (town hall) , dating from 1236, at the end.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6233
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: the eagle fountain (Reichsstadtbrunnen) at the top of Reichsstrasse was erected in 1977 to commemorate the town's 1000-year jubilee.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, munoment

PMR-D6232
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: the eagle fountain (Reichsstadtbrunnen) at the top of Reichsstrasse was erected in 1977 to commemorate the town's 1000-year jubilee.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, munoment

PMR-D6231
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: renaissance oriel at the top of Reichsstrasse, with the tower of the 15th century parish church on the right and the "Tanzhaus" further down the street.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6230
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: facades on the main street, Reichsstrasse. The highest step-gable is the "Tanzhaus" which houses a 600-seat theatre and restaurant.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6229
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: Rieder Tor, the sole remaining town gate of the original four, acquired its present form in 1811. It is home to the town museum.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6228
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: path alongside the town wall and the arm of the River Wörnitz with the Färbertorl, a mediaeval defence tower, in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6227
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: Rieder Tor, the sole remaining town gate, with bridge over the River Wörnitz to Ried Island.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6226
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Friedberg: the castle, dating from 1257, but largely rebuilt in 16th century.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Swabia

PMR-D6225
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Friedberg: the castle, dating from 1257, but largely rebuilt in 16th century.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Swabia

PMR-D6224
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Friedberg: the main square with Madonna fountain commemorating the Plague (1600).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Swabia

PMR-D6223
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Friedberg: Rathaus (town hall) built ca. 1680 by a disciple of Elias Holl in baroque style.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Swabia

PMR-D6222
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Friedberg: tower of the parish church, St. Jakob, built 1871-2.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, Swabia

PMR-D6204
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: the former Benedictine Abbey of St Ulrich and St. Afra dating from the 10th century (this building ca. 1500) at the end of Maximilianstrasse, with some fine burgher house facades.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6203
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: the former Benedictine Abbey of St Ulrich and St. Afra dating from the 10th century (this building ca. 1500) at the end of Maximilianstrasse, with some fine burgher house facades and the bronze renaissance Hercules fountain.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6202
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: renaissance bronze statue of Mercury, one of three commissioned for the 1500th anniversary of the cit's foundation.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, monument

PMR-D6201
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia Augsburg: the Perlachturm, originally built as a watchtower in the 10th century, is 70 metres high and has a viewing platform near the top.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6200
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: the historic Rathaus (town hall) built by Elias Holl between 1615 and 1624 in renaissance style.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6199
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: barrel organ player.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, culture, hurdy gurdy, street music

PMR-D6198
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: statue of Hans Jakob Fugger, an influential financier and philanthropist (1516-75).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture, monuments

PMR-D6197
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Mering: open-air cafe near the market square and a baroque burgher house.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6196
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Mering: the market square, with St. Michael's church in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6195
Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Mering: parish church of St Michael's, dating from 1789.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6194
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the weir on the River Lech, backed by a row of gabled houses and overlooked by the former Jesuit grammar school and church.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6193
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the weir on the River Lech backed by a row of gabled houses and overlooked by the former Jesuit grammar school and church.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6192
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: Mutterturm, built of tuff stone as an atelier by Hubert von Herkomer in 1844.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6191
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: Mutterturm, built of tuff stone as an atelier by Hubert von Herkomer in 1844.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6190
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: Sandauertor, the northern gateway to the town, rebuilt in renaissance style after the 30-Years War.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6189
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: Sandauertor, the northern gateway to the town, rebuilt in renaissance style after the 30-Years War, with adjacent facades.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6188
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the former Jesuit grammar school (yellow building) is now the town museum. Behind, the Church of the Holy Cross, of the former Jesuit college.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6187
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: part of the old town wall, with one of the defence towers.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6186
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: footpath alongside the town wall, with new spring foliage on the trees.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6185
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: part of the old town wall, with spring daffodils in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6184
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: Bayertor, the later east gate to the town, built in 1425, with painted facade.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6183
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: part of the old town wall with one of the crenellated defence towers.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6182
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: Schmalzturm or Schöner Turm, the original east gate to the town, rebuilt in the 15th century.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6181
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: main square with the town hall facade, Madonna fountain (Joseph Streiter, 1783), and clocktower of the parish church.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6180
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: historic Rathaus (town hall) with a baroque facade with stucco-work by Dominikus Zimmernann (1719).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6179
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: parish church, built in 15th century in gothic style, the interior later converted to baroque.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture

PMR-D6178
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: open air cafe with the former salt warehouse behind. Salt was a principal source of the town's wealth.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR-D6177
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: part of the old town with footbridge over the millstream.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR-D6176
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: the weir on the River Lech, built in 14th century to provide a mill stream.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR-D6175
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Eibsee (lake) with the snow-covered Ammergauer Alps in the background, from the Zugspitz cable car.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D6174
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view south from the summit of the Zugspitze (2962 metres) with Mount Hohe Munde and the Inn Valley, and the Marmolada in the Dolomites on the horizon.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste, snow

PMR-D6173
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view of the Marmolada, at 3343 metres, the highest mountain in the Dolomites in Italy, from the summit of the Zugsptze (2962 metres) in Germany.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste, snow

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

PMR-D6171
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: view of the summit house and weather station on the Zugsptze (2962 metres) with the summit cross on the right. From the Sonnalpin Centre, connected by the approaching cable car to the summit.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste

PMR-D6170
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier, looking towards the "Wetterwandeck".
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste, snow

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

PMR-D6168
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier, looking towards the "Wetterwandeck", with a skier in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste, snow

PMR-D6167
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier, looking towards the "Wetterwandeck".
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste, snow

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

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

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

PMR-D6163
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, with the Sonnalpin Centre and Chapel in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste

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

PMR-D6161
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: part of the skiing area on the Zugspitze glacier with the snow-covered Alps in the background, looking south towards Italy, from the summit, 2962 metres high.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama, ski lifts, ski slopes, ski piste

PMR-D6160
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: inside the new Eibsee Cable Car which ascends the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain. It traverses 3213 metres in a single span, the world's longest, gaining 1945 metres , the world's highest. It was inaugurated on 21st December 2017. The cabin can accommodate nearly 100 persons.
Keywords: alpine, engineering, feat, lift, pylon, world-record

PMR-D6159
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: the new Eibsee Cable Car which ascends the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain. It traverses 3213 metres in a single span, the world's longest, gaining 1945 metres , the world's highest, supported by a single pylon (upper left). It was inaugurated on 21st December 2017.
Keywords: alpine, engineering, feat, lift, world-record

PMR-D6158
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Eibsee (lake) with the snow-covered Ammergauer Alps in the background, from the Zugspitze cable car.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D6157
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Eibsee (lake) with the snow-covered Ammergauer Alps in the background, from the Zugspitze cable car.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D6156
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: the lower station serving the new Eibsee Cable Car which ascends the Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain. It traverses 3213 metres in a single span, the world's longest, gaining 1945 metres , the world's highest. It was inaugurated on 21st December 2017.
Keywords: alpine, engineering, feat, lift, pylon, world-record

PMR-D6155
Flowers of Wood Violet (Viola Reichenbachiana).
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, phytography, plants

PMR-D6154
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: sunset
Keywords: colourful, sky, clouds

PMR-D6153
Flowers of Heartsease (Viola tricolor).
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants

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

PMR-D6151
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D6150
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D6149
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D6148
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D6147
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D6146
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D6145
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D6144
Flowers of Bird Cherry tree (Prunus padus).
Keywords: spring, nature, wild flowers, botany, fragrant, phytography, plants, shrubs, trees

PMR-D6143
Flower on Epiphyllum hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, forest cactus, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, colourful

PMR-D6142
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botany, ornamental, colourful

PMR-D6141
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, reedbeds, nature reserve

PMR-D6140
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg, with copper beech trees coming into leaf.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, nature reserve

PMR-D6139
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg, with copper beech trees coming into leaf.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, reedbeds, colourful, nature reserve

PMR-D6138
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, meadows, island, nature reserve

PMR-D6137
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee with reedbeds, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, trees, conifers, nature reserve

PMR-D6136
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, reeds, nature reserve

PMR-D6135
Western marsh orchid, broad-leaved marsh orchid, fan orchid (Dactylorhiza majalis) near Iffeldorf, Bavaria.
Keywords: nature, countryside, orchis, wildflowers, plants, botany, meadow, spring, colourful

PMR-D6134
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: a buttercup meadow with lilac blossom form a colourful combination.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, wildflowers, trees, nature reserve

PMR-D6133
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: northern end of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope, meadow, trees, reeds

PMR-D6132
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: view of the Greater Ostersee, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, ecology, biotope

PMR-D6131
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: a mature oak tree (Quercus robur) near the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, botany

PMR-D6130
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Iffeldorf: a lake with jetty for swimmers, part of the Ostersee complex of lakes, south of Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, landscape, spring, post-glacial, moraine

PMR-D6129
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garching: Black Poplar (Populus nigra), a survivor from the marshy land pre-drainage.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, spring, foliage, ecology, biotope, trees, botany

PMR-D6128
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garching: a former gravel pit, now a re-landscaped lake.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, relections, spring, foliage, ecology, biotope

PMR-D6127
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Nymphenburg Palace and Gardens: snow-covered tree branches over a canal.
Keywords: München, Schloss Nymphenburg, Wittelsbach Family, formal gardens, parkland, winter, landscape, reflections

PMR-D6126
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Nymphenburg Palace and Gardens: the Badenburg Pavilion in the snow
Keywords: München, magnificence, splendour, pomp, Schloss Nymphenburg, Wittelsbach Family, formal gardens, parkland, winter, landscape, baroque, architecture

PMR-D6125
Roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) in the snow.
Keywords: wildlife, mammals, ruminant

PMR-D6124
Goosander (Mergus merganser)(male).
Keywords: birds, waterfowl, ducks, mergansers, ornithology

PMR-D6123
Setting sun in January.
Keywords: colourful, solar, astrology

PMR-D6122
England, West Sussex, Shoreham: Lancing College Chapel was completed in 1875 in neo-Gothic style on the orders of the Revd. Nathaniel Woodard, founder of the college. Architects were R.Herbert Carpenter and William Slater. The south-west window commemorating Father Trevor Huddleston, designed and made by Mel Howse
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, stained glass

PMR-D6121
England, West Sussex, Shoreham: Lancing College Chapel was completed in 1875 in neo-Gothic style on the orders of the Revd. Nathaniel Woodard, founder of the college. Architects were R.Herbert Carpenter and William Slater. View of the nave, looking east.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, flying buttresses

PMR-D6120
England, West Sussex, Shoreham: Lancing College Chapel was completed in 1875 in neo-Gothic style on the orders of the Revd. Nathaniel Woodard, founder of the college. Architects were R.Herbert Carpenter and William Slater.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, flying buttresses

PMR-D6119
England, West Sussex, Shoreham: Lancing College Chapel was completed in 1875 in neo-Gothic style on the orders of the Revd. Nathaniel Woodard, founder of the college. Architects were R.Herbert Carpenter and William Slater.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, flying buttresses

PMR-D6118
England, West Sussex, Shoreham: Lancing College Chapel was completed in 1875 in neo-Gothic style on the orders of the Revd. Nathaniel Woodard, founder of the college. Architects were R.Herbert Carpenter and William Slater.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, flying buttresses

PMR-D6097
England, West Sussex, Shoreham: estuary of the River Adur, with St. Nicolas' Church, dating back to Anglo-Saxon origins. On the left is the footbridge spanning the river.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Norman, boats, harbour, port, fishing

PMR-D6096
England, West Sussex, Shoreham: estuary of the River Adur at low tide, with sailing boats on the mud flats.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Norman, boats, harbour, port, fishing, reflections

PMR-D6095
England, West Sussex, Shoreham: estuary of the River Adur, with St. Nicolas' Church, dating back to Anglo-Saxon origins.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Norman, boats, harbour, port, fishing

PMR-D6094
England, West Sussex, Bramber: the Parish Church was built by William de Broase in 1073 as part of his castle residences and defences. To the left stands the ruin of the gatehouse of Bramber Castle, built abiut the same time.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Norman

PMR-D6093
England, West Sussex, Bramber: the ruined gatehouse tower of a Norman Motte-and-Bailey Castle built by William de Broase about 1070 as part of his castle residences and defences
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Norman

PMR-D6092
England, West Sussex, Bramber: the Parish Church was built by William de Broase in 1073 as part of his castle residences and defences
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Norman

PMR-D6091
England, West Sussex, Midhurst: old timber frame houses.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR-D6090
Grey Squirrel ((Sciurus carolinensis) in a Midlands garden.
Keywords: animals, mammals, rodents, wildlife, fauna

PMR-D6089
England, Worcestershire, Malvern: the Abbey Hotel.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR-D6088
England, Worcestershire, Croome: fireplace by Robert Adam in the saloon of Croome Court (National Trust).
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, design, classical, sculpture

PMR-D6087
England, Worcestershire, Croome: the church, in the grounds of Croome Court (National Trust) was erected 1763 to complete the landscape envisaged by "Capability" Brown.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, countryside, meadow, shrubbery

PMR-D6086
England, Worcestershire, Malvern: the old town gate, with the Abbey Hotel on the right.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR-D6085
England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. View from the south, where the cloisters formerly stood.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine

PMR-D6084
England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. The font, which has an early Norman bowl.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine

PMR-D6083
England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. West window, given by Richard of Gloucester ca. 1480.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine

PMR-D6082
England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. The magnificent 15th century East Window.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine, stained glass

PMR-D6081
England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. The nave, looking east.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine

PMR-D6080
England, Worcestershire, Malvern: the old town gate, adjacent to the priory.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR-D6079
England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. View from the south, where the cloisters formerly stood.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine

PMR-D6078
England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. View from the south-west.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine

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

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

PMR-D6068
Oman, Taqah: part of the ruins of the ancient city of Zafar, founded over 3000 years ago, in the Al Baleed Archeological Site. It was an important port in the frankincense trade during the 12th-16th centuries.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, heritage, excavations, historic

PMR-D6067
Oman, Taqah: part of the ruins of the ancient city of Zafar, founded over 3000 years ago, in the Al Baleed Archeological Site. It was an important port in the frankincense trade during the 12th-16th centuries.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, heritage, excavations, historic

PMR-D6066
Oman, Taqah: courtyard of the Museum of the Frankincense Land, with a tree (Boswellia sacra) in the centre.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture

PMR-D6065
Oman, Taqah: private dining cubicle in a restaurant, as frequently used by Omani family groups.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, tradition, custom, eating

PMR-D6064
Oman, Taqah: private dining cubicle in a restaurant, as frequently used by Omani family groups.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, tradition, custom, eating

PMR-D6063
Oman, Taqah: private dining cubicles in a restaurant, as frequently used by Omani family groups.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, tradition, custom, eating

PMR-D6062
Oman: a frankincense tree (Boswellia sacra) nearTaqah, growing in barren, inhospitable conditions as usual. The branches show signs of the incisons which are made several times a year to extract the resin, which is dried to form frankincense crystals.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, picturesque, rocky, incense, botany, bush

PMR-D6061
Oman: a frankincense tree (Boswellia sacra) nearTaqah, growing in barren, inhospitable conditions as usual.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, picturesque, rocky, incense, botany, bush

PMR-D6060
Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: the traditional musical accompaniment in the majlis.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, accommodation, dishdasha, instruments, drum

PMR-D6059
Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: tented majlis (place of assembly) where meals are served.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, accommodation, Bedouin

PMR-D6058
Oman, Muscat: an old watchtower overlooking the buildings of Old Muscat, with the Omani flag flying high.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, defence, fortifications

PMR-D6057
Oman, Muscat: model of a "Falaj" or ancient water distribution system in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, aflaj

PMR-D6056
Oman, Muscat: model of a "Falaj" or ancient water distribution system in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, aflaj

PMR-D6055
Oman, Muscat: golden "coffee pot" feature, surrounded by flower beds, on a traffic island.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D6054
Oman, Muscat: the auditorium of the Royal Opera House, inaugurated in 2011. The building takes its motifs from Islamic, Mughal, Oriental and European art.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, artistic, culture, concerts , music

PMR-D6053
Oman, Muscat: the main staircase in the foyer of the Royal Opera House, inaugurated in 2011. The building takes its motifs from Islamic, Mughal, Oriental and European art.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, artistic, culture, concerts , music

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

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

PMR-D6050
Oman, Muscat: part of the Persian carpet in the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque showing the floral pattern and rich colours. It is a single piece 70 x 60 metres covering an area of 4263 square metres. Woven near Nishabur, Khurasan, it took 600 women four years to complete, has 1,700,000,000 knots, and weighs 21 tonnes.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, colourful, artistic, elegant

PMR-D6049
Oman, Muscat: polychrome floral panels in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, faience, culture, artistic, colourful

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

PMR-D6047
Oman, Muscat: the central chandelier in the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is 8 metres in diameter and 14 metres in length with 1122 lamps, together weighing 8 tonnes.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, dome, cupola, balance , proportion, symmetry, elegance, majestic, artistic

PMR-D6046
Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, prayer, worship, faience

PMR-D6045
Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, prayer, worship, faience

PMR-D6044
Oman, Muscat: the Ladies' Prayer Hall in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, showing the Turkish crystal chandeliers
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship

PMR-D6043
Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, faience, prayer, worship

PMR-D6042
Oman, Muscat: ministerial building, with the gardens of the Grand Mosque in the foreground.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D6041
Oman, Muscat: the main entrance and dome of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422).
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship, marble

PMR-D6040
Oman, Muscat: reflections in the polished marble forecourt of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship

PMR-D6039
Oman, Muscat: the principal minaret of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, 90 metres high, shows Egyptian influence.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship, marble

PMR-D6038
Oman, Muscat: fountain and falaj (water channel) in the gardens of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, with the entrance and dome of the prayer hall behind.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship, marble

PMR-D6037
Oman, Muscat: a young Omani in the soukh with his father.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, child, boy, youngster, toy, son, family

PMR-D6036
Oman, Muscat: view of Old Muscat with government buildings and Al Alam Palace. In the background are the two Portuguese forts, Jalali and Mirani which defended the harbour.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, picturesque, heritage, historic

PMR-D6035
Curlew (Numenius arquata) on the beach at Salalah, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, waders, wildlife, nature, fauna

PMR-D6034
Curlew (Numenius arquata) on the beach at Salalah, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, waders, wildlife, nature, fauna

PMR-D6033
Curlew (Numenius arquata) on the beach at Salalah, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, waders, wildlife, nature, fauna

PMR-D6032
Oman, Wadi Ayun: Arabian camel (Camelus dromedarius).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, ship of the desert, dromedary

PMR-D6031
Oman, Salalah: mausoleum of An Nabi Ayub (Prophet Job).
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, Bible, Koran, patriarch

PMR-D6030
Greenshank (Tringa nebularia) on the beach at Salalah, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, waders, wildlife, nature, fauna

PMR-D6029
Oman, Salalah: palm trees on the beach against the evening sky.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, silhouette, sunset, twilight, sundown

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

PMR-D6027
Yellow desert flower in Ain Razat, Oman.
Keywords: botany, blooms, flora, nature, colourful

PMR-D6026
Blackstart (Oenanthe melanura) at Ain Razat, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, wildlife, fauna, nature

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

PMR-D6024
Flowers of the Sodom Apple (Calotropis procera) and female Shining Sunbird (Cinnyris habessinicus) at Tawi Attair, Oman.
Keywords: botany, blooms, flora, bush, shrub, birds, ornithology, fauna, nature, wildlife

PMR-D6023
Flowers of the Sodom Apple (Calotropis procera) and female Shining Sunbird (Cinnyris habessinicus) at Tawi Attair, Oman.
Keywords: botany, blooms, flora, bush, shrub, birds, ornithology, fauna, nature, wildlife

PMR-D6022
Flowers of the Sodom Apple (Calotropis procera) and female Shining Sunbird (Cinnyris habessinicus) at Tawi Attair, Oman.
Keywords: botany, blooms, flora, bush, shrub, birds, ornithology, fauna, nature, wildlife

PMR-D6021
Flowers of the Sodom Apple (Calotropis procera), a poisonous desert plant at Tawi Attair, Oman.
Keywords: botany, blooms, flora, bush, shrub

PMR-D6020
Oman: Tawi Attair Sinkhole, at 210 metres, one of the world's deepest, caused by the collapse of an underground cavern, provides nesting places for Pale Crag Martins and many other birds.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, geology, limestone

PMR-D6019
Oman, Wadi Darbat: a natural bridge in the limestone cliffs.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, geology, phenomenon

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

PMR-D6017
Thorn Apple or Devil's Trumpets (Datura metel) in Wadi Darbat, Oman.
Keywords: botany, blooms, flora, poisonous

PMR-D6016
Oman, Wadi Darbat: a green oasis in the Jebel Samhan uplands, with a watering camel in the foreground.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, dromedary, wildlife

PMR-D6015
Oman, Wadi Darbat: a green oasis in the Jebel Samhan uplands, with a watering camel in the foreground.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, dromedary, wildlife

PMR-D6014
Oman, Wadi Darbat: a green oasis in the Jebel Samhan uplands, with a watering camel in the foreground.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside, dromedary, wildlife

PMR-D6012
Oman, Wadi Darbat: shady woodland in the uplands of Jebel Samhan.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature, countryside

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

PMR-D6010
Oman, Khor Rori: one of the khors (creeks) which are to be found on this coast. It is overlooked by the ancient city of Sumhuram, a major port for the export of frankincense. The freshwater is full of fish, which attract many acquatic birds.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, nature reserve

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D6001
Oman, Taqah: Omani drivers wearing the traditional dishdashas , with the town and beach in the background.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, colourful, surf, sand, panorama

PMR-D6000
Oman, Taqah: view of the town and its beach from a look-out point on the neighbouring cliffs.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, colourful, surf, sand, panorama

PMR-D5999
Oman, Taqah: view of the town and its beach from a look-out point on the neighbouring cliffs.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, colourful, surf, sand, panorama

PMR-D5998
Oman, Salalah: Beach Resort Hotel, from the beach.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, accommodation, architecture

PMR-D5997
Pacific Golden Plover (Pluvialis fulva) on the beach at Salalah, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, fauna, wildlife, nature

PMR-D5996
Western Reef Heron (Egretta gularis) on the beach at Salalah, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, fauna, wildlife, nature, waders

PMR-D5995
Western Reef Heron (Egretta gularis) on the beach at Salalah, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, fauna, wildlife, nature, waders

PMR-D5994
Western Reef Heron (Egretta gularis) on the beach at Salalah, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, fauna, wildlife, nature, waders

PMR-D5993
Sooty Gulls (Larus hemprichii) on the beach at Salalah, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, fauna, wildlife, nature, seagulls

PMR-D5992
Sanderlings (Calidris alba) on the beach at Salalah, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, fauna, wildlife, nature, waders

PMR-D5991
Oman, Salalah: Beach Resort Hotel, from the beach.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, accommodation, architecture

PMR-D5990
Indian House Crow (Corvus splendens) at Salalah, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, fauna, wildlife, nature

PMR-D5989
Oman: the new road along the Dhofar coast, a splendid feat of engineering.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, rocky, construction, road-building, corniche

PMR-D5987
Oman: an oasis with a pool of emerald water, backed by dramatic cliffs, on the south coast of Dhofar, seen from the new road.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, rocky, wild, rugged, barren, bleak, colourful

PMR-D5986
Oman: view of the south coast of Dhofar from the new road.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, rocky, wild, rugged, barren, bleak, colourful

PMR-D5985
Oman: view of the south coast of Dhofar from the new road.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, rocky, wild, rugged, barren, bleak, colourful

PMR-D5984
Oman: view of the south coast of Dhofar from the new road.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, rocky, wild, rugged, barren, bleak, colourful, treeless

PMR-D5983
Oman: the new road along the Dhofar coast, a splendid feat of engineering.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, picturesque, rocky, construction, road-building, corniche

PMR-D5982
Oman, Shuwaymiyah: sunset from the beach.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, tranquil, peaceful

PMR-D5981
Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah, with its long escarpment; view from the oasis.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5980
Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah, with its long escarpment; view from the oasis, where a trickle of water escapes into the desert.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5979
Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah, with its long escarpment; view from the oasis.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5978
Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah, with its long escarpment; view from the oasis.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5977
Oman: an oasis in Wadi Shuwaymiyah, the pool backed by limestone cliffs with bizarre stalactites and caves and fringed with palm trees.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5976
Oman: an oasis in Wadi Shuwaymiyah, the pool backed by limestone cliffs with bizarre stalactites and caves and fringed with palm trees.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5975
Oman: an oasis in Wadi Shuwaymiyah, the pool backed by sunlit reeds.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5974
Oman: an oasis in Wadi Shuwaymiyah, the pool backed by limestone cliffs with bizarre stalactites and caves and fringed with palm trees.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5973
Oman: an oasis in Wadi Shuwaymiyah, the pool backed by limestone cliffs with bizarre stalactites and caves and fringed with palm trees.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5972
Oman: an oasis in Wadi Shuwaymiyah, the pool backed by limestone cliffs with bizarre stalactites and caves and fringed with palm trees.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5971
Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah, with its long escarpment.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5970
Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5969
Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5968
Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5967
Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5966
Oman: rugged limestone scenery of Wadi Shuwaymiyah.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5965
Oman, Sawqirah: Landcruisers on the spectacular limestone escarpment, parallel to the coast, south of Sawqirah, with the Arabian Sea in the distance.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

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

PMR-D5963
Oman, Sawqirah: view of the coastal plain from the spectacular limestone escarpment, parallel to the coast, south of Sawqirah, with the Arabian Sea in the distance.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5962
Oman, Sawqirah: view of the coastal plain from the spectacular limestone escarpment, parallel to the coast, south of Sawqirah, with the Arabian Sea in the distance.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5961
Oman, Sawqirah: view of the coastal plain from the spectacular limestone escarpment, parallel to the coast, south of Sawqirah, with the Arabian Sea in the distance.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5960
Oman, Sawqirah: view of the coastal plain from the spectacular limestone escarpment, parallel to the coast, south of Sawqirah, with the Arabian Sea in the distance.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5959
Oman, Sawqirah: view of the coastal plain from the spectacular limestone escarpment, parallel to the coast, south of Sawqirah, with the Arabian Sea in the distance.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, cliffs, rugged, barren, treeless, bleak, wild, deserted, picturesque, untamed , rocky

PMR-D5958
Oman, Sawqirah: free-ranging donkeys eating discarded fruit at the roadside.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, ass, equine, scavenging

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

PMR-D5956
Oman, Duqm: flowers of Desert Rose (Adenium arabicum = obesum)
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, botany, flora, colourful

PMR-D5955
Oman, Duqm.: City Hotel.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, accommodation, architecture

PMR-D5954
Oman: flock of gulls and terns on the beach, north of Duqm.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, birds, ornithology, seagulls

PMR-D5953
Oman: Toyota Landcruisers in sight of the sea, north of Duqm.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert , expedition

PMR-D5952
Oman: Toyota Landcruisers at a Bedouin camp in the Wahabi Sands, south of Al Wasil.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, isolated, expedition

PMR-D5951
Oman: inside a Bedouin "tent" in the Wahabi Sands, south of Al Wasil.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, tradition, shade, cool, shelter, carpets

PMR-D5950
Oman: youngsters at a Bedouin camp in the Wahabi Sands, south of Al Wasil.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, children, kids

PMR-D5949
Oman: a "petrol station" at a Bedouin camp in the Wahiba Sands, south of Al Wasil.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, expedition

PMR-D5948
Oman: a mosque, alone in the Wahiba Sands, south of Al Wasil.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate

PMR-D5947
Oman: Toyota Landcruisers in the Wahiba Sands, south of Al Wasil.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, expedition

PMR-D5946
Oman: Toyota Landcruisers in the Wahiba Sands, south of Al Wasil.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, expedition

PMR-D5945
Oman: Desert Nights Camp, in the Wahiba Sands, south of Al Wasil.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, accommodation

PMR-D5944
Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: Arabian camels (Camelus dromedarius) in the Wahiba Sands.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, ship of the desert, dromedary

PMR-D5943
Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: Arabian camel (Camelus dromedarius) in the Wahiba Sands.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, ship of the desert, dromedary

PMR-D5942
Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: Arabian camels (Camelus dromedarius) in the Wahiba Sands.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, ship of the desert, dromedary

PMR-D5941
Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: the central pavilion, a shady area for rest and relaxation.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, accommodation

PMR-D5940
Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: the central pavilion, a shady area for rest and relaxation.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, accommodation

PMR-D5939
Oman, Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp: overnight cabins arranged in a circle around the central pavilion.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, accommodation

PMR-D5938
Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp: ultra light flying wing giving pleasure flights over the sand dunes.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, aerial, desert

PMR-D5937
Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp, Wahiba Sands: sand dunes in late afternoon light.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort, light & shade, picturesque, photogenic

PMR-D5936
Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp: Toyota Landcruisers in the sand dunes.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort

PMR-D5935
Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp: Toyota Landcruiser in the sand dunes.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort

PMR-D5934
Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp: Toyota Landcruiser in the sand dunes.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort

PMR-D5933
Oman, Al Wasil Desert Camp: ultra light aircraft giving pleasure flights over the sand dunes.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, desert resort

PMR-D5932
Oman, Wadi al Khalid: mixed vegetation near the entrance to the wadi.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, rocky, picturesque, palm trees

PMR-D5931
Oman, Wadi al Khalid: view into the rugged steep-sided gorge.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque, rocky, craggy, geology

PMR-D5930
Oman, Wadi al Khalid: swimming in the green waters of the steep-sided upper pool.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque, rocky

PMR-D5929
Oman, Wadi al Khalid: swimming in the green waters of the steep-sided upper pool.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque, rocky

PMR-D5928
Oman, Wadi al Khalid: swimming in the waters of the steep-sided upper pool.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque, rocky

PMR-D5927
Oman, Wadi al Khalid: waters of the upper pool, looking into the gorge.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque

PMR-D5926
Oman, Wadi al Khalid: waters of the upper pool, looking into the gorge.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque

PMR-D5925
Oman, Wadi al Khalid: recreational area adjacent to the cafe and lifeguard post.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque

PMR-D5924
Oman, Wadi al Khalid: green waters of the lower pool, surrounded by palm trees.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque

PMR-D5923
Oman, Wadi al Khalid: green waters of the lower pool, surrounded by palm trees.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, desert resort, swimming, bathing, picturesque

PMR-D5922
Oman: colourful Bougainvillea flowers near Wadi al Khalid.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, blooms, bush, shrub, botany, flora

PMR-D5921
Oman: Landcruisers lined up outside a Pakistani restaurant during a mealstop near Wadi al Khalid.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, roadside cafe, food-stop

PMR-D5920
Oman: "Camel waste disposal unit": camels eating cardboard cartons from a refuse container on the road to Ibra.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, dromedaries, scavenging

PMR-D5919
Oman: "Camel waste disposal unit": camels making a meal from a refuse container on the road to Ibra.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, dromedaries, scavenging

PMR-D5918
Oman: blue-domed mosque on the road to Ibra.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture

PMR-D5917
Oman, Zukait: one of the prehistoric "beehive tombs" dating from 3500-2000 BC. Their true purpose has not been established.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, archeology

PMR-D5916
Oman, Zukait: one of the prehistoric "beehive tombs" dating from 3500-2000 BC. Their true purpose has not been established.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, archeology

PMR-D5915
Oman, Zukait: one of the prehistoric "beehive tombs" dating from 3500-2000 BC. Their true purpose has not been established.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, archeology

PMR-D5914
Oman, Zukait: stele, describing the prehistoric "beehive tombs" dating from 3500-2000 BC. Their true purpose has not been established.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, geology, archeology

PMR-D5913
Oman, the Saiq Plateau: cultivated terraces adjacent to the village of A'Sheregah on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rocky, wild, geology, limestone, chasm, agriculture, crops

PMR-D5912
Oman, Saiq Plateau: kitten in Al Ayn.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, photogenic, cat, pet, animal

PMR-D5911
Oman, the Saiq Plateau: view of the village of A'Sheragah with its terraces and falaj (irregation channel) on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm

PMR-D5910
Oman, the Saiq Plateau: a tiled doorway in the village of Al Ayn on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, faience, ceramic, colourful

PMR-D5909
Oman, the Saiq Plateau: view of the village of Al Aqr from Al Ayn on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm

PMR-D5908
Oman, the Saiq Plateau: a natural water hole near the village of Al Ayn, overlooking Wadi Al Ayn.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm

PMR-D5907
Oman, the Saiq Plateau: view along Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains from the village of Al Ayn, with a terrace of gardens in the foreground.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm

PMR-D5906
Oman, the Saih Katenah: view of the village of Al Aqr from the village of Al Ayn, on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains on the Saiq Plateau.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm

PMR-D5905
Oman, the Saih Katenah: view along Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains from the Saiq Plateau, 2200 metres, showing the numerous terraces.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm

PMR-D5904
Oman, the Saih Katenah: view along Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains from the Saiq Plateau, with the village of Al Ayn on its rocky spur in the foreground, and A'Sheragah in the distance.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm

PMR-D5903
Oman, the Saih Katenah: view along Wadi Al Ayn, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains from the Saiq Plateau, 2200 metres.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm

PMR-D5902
Fruits of the Thorn Apple bush (Solanum incanum) on the Saiq Plateau, Oman..
Keywords: plant, shrub, flora, botany

PMR-D5901
Oman, the Saih Katenah: view from Lady Di's Point, 2200m, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains on the Saiq Plateau, on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, with Omani drivers wearing traditional dishdashas in the foreground.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm

PMR-D5900
Oman, the Saih Katenah: view from Lady Di's Point, 2200m, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains on the Saiq Plateau, on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, with the village of Al Ayn on its rocky spur.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm

PMR-D5899
Oman, the Saih Katenah: view from Lady Di's Point, 2200m, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains on the Saiq Plateau, on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn, with the village of A'Sheragah and its terraces.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm

PMR-D5898
Oman, the Saih Katenah: view from Lady Di's Point, 2200m, in the Jebel Akhdar Mountains on the Saiq Plateau, on the lip of Wadi Al Ayn. Villages of A'Sheragah (left) and Al Ayn (right) on the far side.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, chasm

PMR-D5897
Oman, Birkat al Mawz: entrance to the village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, oasis

PMR-D5896
Oman, Birkat al Mawz: entrance to the village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, oasis

PMR-D5895
Oman, Birkat al Mawz: a village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, oasis

PMR-D5894
Oman, Birkat al Mawz: entrance to the village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, oasis

PMR-D5893
Oman, Birkat al Mawz: view among the date palms. Most of the underplanted bananas have disappeared.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, oasis, palm-trees, grove

PMR-D5892
Oman, Birkat al Mawz: watch towers protruding from the sea of date palms.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, oasis, historic

PMR-D5891
Oman, Birkat al Mawz: view towards Nizwa with part of the modern town.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, oasis

PMR-D5890
Oman, Birkat al Mawz: a village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, oasis

PMR-D5889
Oman, Birkat al Mawz: a village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, oasis

PMR-D5888
Oman, Birkat al Mawz: a village of abandoned mudbrick buildings at the foot of a spectacular stone outcrop, surrounded by a sea of date palms.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, oasis

PMR-D5886
Oman: barren mountains dominate the plain east of Nizwa, approaching Birkat al Mawz.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5885
Oman, Nizwa: balconies of the Hotel Al Diyar overlooking the central court and swimming pool.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, accommodation

PMR-D5884
Oman, Nizwa: topiary work outside the walls of the modernised soukhs.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade, architecture

PMR-D5883
Oman, Nizwa: exotic golden pavilion at the entrance to the East Soukh.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade, architecture, colourful

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

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

PMR-D5880
Oman, Nizwa: strings of bunting decorate the soukh using masses of Omani flags.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade

PMR-D5879
Oman, Nizwa: traditionally-shaped Bahla earthenware pottery jars displayed in the East Soukh and popular as souvenirs.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade, pottery, souvenirs

PMR-D5878
Oman, Nizwa: sacks of herbs and spices in the soukh.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade

PMR-D5877
Oman, Nizwa: sacks of herbs and spices in the soukh.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade

PMR-D5876
Oman, Nizwa: stall in the soukh offering sacks of spices, with young sales assistants.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate

PMR-D5875
Oman, Nizwa: vegetable stall in the soukh, with owner sitting in the foreground.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, trade, greengrocery

PMR-D5874
Oman, Nizwa: shop in the soukh, selling halwa and other Omani sweets and confectionery.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, business, sweetmeats

PMR-D5873
Oman, Nizwa: a young camel about to be driven off in a pick-üp truck by his new owner at the livestock market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, dromedary, bazaar, soukh

PMR-D5872
Oman, Nizwa: a truckload of young camels at the livestock market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, dromedary, bazaar, soukh

PMR-D5871
Oman, Nizwa: a truckload of young camels at the livestock market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, dromedary, bazaar, soukh

PMR-D5870
Oman, Nizwa: young camel being unloaded from a truck at the livestock market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, dromedary, bazaar, soukh

PMR-D5869
Oman, Jabrin: plan of Jabreen Castle (Gabrin Fort) which dates back to about 1672 and has recently been throughly renovated.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, fortress, defence, historic

PMR-D5868
Oman, Jabrin: colourfully decorated roof of the dining hall of Jabreen Castle (Gabrin Fort) which dates back to about 1672 and has recently been throughly renovated.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, fortress, defence, historic, ornate, beams

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

PMR-D5866
Oman, Jabrin: the entrance to Jabreen Castle (Gabrin Fort) which dates back to about 1672 and has recently been throughly renovated.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, fortress, defence, historic

PMR-D5865
Oman, Al Hamra: a nearby sea of date palms provides a patch of green.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, oasis, trees, agriculture

PMR-D5864
Oman, Al Hamra: a goat on the roof of an empty building in the old quarter.
Keywords: curiosity, mammal, quadruped

PMR-D5863
Oman, Al Hamra: traditional mud brick buildings in the old quarter are mostly empty and deserted.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, adobe, abandoned, ruin

PMR-D5862
Oman, Al Hamra: traditional mud brick buildings in the old quarter are mostly empty and deserted.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, adobe, abandoned, ruin

PMR-D5861
Oman, Al Hamra: traditional mud brick buildings in the old quarter are mostly empty and deserted.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, adobe, abandoned, ruin

PMR-D5860
A colourful dragonfly in Al Hamra, Oman.
Keywords: red, insect, anisoptera

PMR-D5859
Oman, Al Hamra: traditional mud brick buildings in the old quarter are mostly empty and deserted.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, adobe, abandoned, ruin

PMR-D5858
Oman, Al Hamra: traditional mud brick buildings in the old quarter are mostly empty and deserted.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, adobe, abandoned, ruin

PMR-D5857
Oman, Misfat al Abryeen (Misfah al Abriyin): the village is a green oasis in barren surroundings
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque

PMR-D5856
Oman, Misfat al Abryeen (Misfah al Abriyin): traditional method of keeping water cool, before the time of refrigerators..
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate

PMR-D5855
Oman, Misfat al Abryeen (Misfah al Abriyin): the village stands on a steep hillside; the inhabitants are accustomed to the steps.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque

PMR-D5854
Oman, Misfat al Abryeen (Misfah al Abriyin): the ruined watchtower overlooking the village.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5853
Oman: approaching Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5852
Oman: approaching Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5851
Oman: approaching Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5850
Oman: approaching Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5849
Oman, Al Alamain: the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi) from Sharafat al Alamayn, ca. 2000 metres high.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, panorama

PMR-D5848
Oman, Al Alamain: the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi) from Sharafat al Alamayn, ca. 2000 metres high.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, panorama

PMR-D5847
Oman, Al Alamain: Shorfet Al Alamain (Sharafat al Alamayn) Hotel, ca. 2000 metres high in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5846
Oman, Al Alamain: Shorfet Al Alamain (Sharafat al Alamayn) Hotel, ca. 2000 metres high in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5845
Oman: Omani drivers, dressed for 2000m. altitude, in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5844
Oman: Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5843
Oman: the village of Bilad Sayt in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, traditional

PMR-D5842
Oman: the village of Bilad Sayt in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone, traditional

PMR-D5841
Oman: Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5840
Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5839
Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5838
Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5837
Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5836
Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5835
Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5834
Oman: Snake Gorge in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5833
Oman: Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track

PMR-D5832
Oman: Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5831
Oman: Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5830
Oman: Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5829
Oman: Landcruisers in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, off-road vehicles, limestone

PMR-D5828
Oman: Landcruisers in Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, off-road vehicles, limestone

PMR-D5827
Oman: entering Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5826
Oman: entering Wadi Bani Awf in the Western Hajar Mountains (Al Hajar al Gharbi).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, rugged, barren, bleak, treeless, untamed, rocky, wild, geology, dirt-track, limestone

PMR-D5825
Oman, Nakhal: the river, just below the warm springs of Ain A'Thawwarah, is a popular place for local people to paddle and bathe.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, spa

PMR-D5824
Oman, Nakhal: Omani family enjoying a picnic in the shade near to the warm springs of Ain A'Thawwarah.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, oasis, children, eating, mealtime

PMR-D5823
Oman, Nakhal: view of Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times, showing its full extent and the rocky spur on which it was built.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications, crenellations

PMR-D5822
Oman, Nakhal: view of Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times, showing the rocky spur on which it was built, with the Omani flag flying proudly.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications, crenellations

PMR-D5821
Oman, Nakhal: view of Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times, showing the rocky spur on which it was built, with the Omani flag flying proudly.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications, crenellations

PMR-D5820
Oman, Nakhal: Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times: view from the "keep", with the town and its mosque in the distance.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications, crenellations

PMR-D5819
Oman, Nakhal: the "keep" and part of the natural rock spur, on which it is built, of Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications, crenellations

PMR-D5818
Oman, Nakhal: the "keep" and outer walls of Nakhal Fortress (Husn Al Heem), dating from pre-Islamic times, with Jebel Nakhal, a spur of the Western Hajar mountains, behind.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis, defence, fortifications

PMR-D5817
Oman, Nakhal: view of the town and its mosque from the walls of the fortress, with Jebel Nakhal, a spur of the Western Hajar mountains, behind.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, oasis

PMR-D5816
Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour

PMR-D5815
Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour

PMR-D5814
Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour

PMR-D5813
Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour

PMR-D5812
Sooty Gulls (Larus hemprichii), juveniles and adults, on the water at Barka, Oman.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, seagulls

PMR-D5811
Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour

PMR-D5810
Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour

PMR-D5809
Oman, Barka: unloading the latest catch from the fishing boats, adjacent to the market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, port, harbour

PMR-D5808
Oman, Barka: varieties of fish on offer in the fish market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate

PMR-D5807
Oman, Barka: varieties of fish on offer in the fish market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate

PMR-D5806
Oman, Barka: growers offering their produce in the fruit and vegetable market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate

PMR-D5805
Oman, Barka: strange produce in the fruit and vegetable market.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate

PMR-D5804
Oman, Muscat: sunset, from the beach.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, peaceful, tranquil

PMR-D5803
Oman, Muscat: the newly-restored Mirani Fort , built by the Portuguese in the 16th century to defend the harbour.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, fortress, defence

PMR-D5802
Oman, Muscat: minaret of the blue-tiled Al Khor Mosque, with the restored Mirani Fort behind, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, fortress, defence

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

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

PMR-D5799
Oman, Muscat: one of the arcaded colonnades flanking the approach to Al Alam royal palace, with colourful flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque

PMR-D5798
Oman, Muscat: facade of Sultan Qaboos' Al Alam Palace in Old Muscat, built in 1972.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate

PMR-D5797
Oman, Muscat: a section of the original city walls of Old Muscat, snaking up the hillside, with regular watchtowers built on. Flower gardens adjoining the Sultan's Palace, Al Alam, in the foreground.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, colourful, picturesque, historic

PMR-D5796
Oman, Muscat: a section of the original city walls of Old Muscat, snaking up the hillside, with regular watchtowers built on. Flower gardens adjoining the Sultan's Palace, Al Alam, in the foreground.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, colourful, picturesque, historic

PMR-D5795
Oman, Muscat: the Royal Opera House , inaugurated in 2011. Contractor: Carillion.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, concerts, music

PMR-D5794
Oman, Muscat: colourful gardens of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, minarets

PMR-D5793
Oman, Muscat: colourful gardens of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422).
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, minarets

PMR-D5792
Oman, Muscat: modern hotel in a bay sheltered by by dark, barren mountains, on the coast east of Muscat.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, geology, maritime, rocks, cliffs

PMR-D5791
Oman, Muscat: natural bridge in the limestone cliffs, on the coast east of Muscat.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, geology, maritime, rocks, cliffs

PMR-D5790
Oman, Muscat: village surrounded by dark, barren crags, on the coast east of Muscat.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, geology, maritime, rocks, cliffs

PMR-D5789
Oman, Muscat: village surrounded by dark, barren crags, on the coast east of Muscat.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, geology, maritime, rocks, cliffs

PMR-D5788
Oman, Muscat: unusual black rocky outcrop off the coast east of Muscat.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, geology, maritime

PMR-D5787
Oman, Muscat: traditional wooden dhow used for trading or pleasure trips, flying the flag of Oman.
Keywords: desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, historic, picturesque, ship, boat, maritime

PMR-D2101
Oman, Muscat: the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422), was built with 300,000 tons of Indian sandstone by Carillion Alawi LLC and took six years and seven months to complete. Oman, Muscat: the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422), was built with 300,000 tons of Indian sandstone by Carillion Alawi LLC and took six years and seven months to complete.
Keywords: architecture, oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultanate, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR038K-10
Namibia, Twyfelfontein: African Edelweiss or Desert Edelweiss (Helichrysum roseo) in full flower.
Keywords: botany, flora and fauna, desert flowering plants, flowers of the desert

PMR-D5416b
Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) on Mount Seeberg, Bavaria.
Keywords: lepidoptera, insect

PMR-D5416a
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: summit cross of Mount Seeberg (1538 metres), with Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres) in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D5416
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the village with Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres) behind, from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D5414
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres) with cable car station, hostelry and chapel, from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D1242
People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos.
View of the monastery and village from a lookout above Hepo Ri.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1240
People's Republic of China, Tibet: Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, founded in the late 8th century in the reign of King Trisong Detsen, is laid out in the form of a mandala, representing the Buddhist cosmos.
View from Hepo Ri Hill, a revered spot.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D5786
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the village of Schliersee reflected in the calm waters of Lake Schlier, seen from the promenade.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful, fallen leaves, long shadows

PMR-D5785
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the village of Schliersee reflected in the calm waters of Lake Schlier, seen from the promenade.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful, fallen leaves, long shadows

PMR-D5784
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the village of Schliersee reflected in the calm waters of Lake Schlier.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful

PMR-D5783
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Birkenstein: view from Mount Birkenstein, above the Kesselalm hut (1285 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

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

PMR-D5781
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: church with onion dome, the graveyard, and war memorial.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful, cemetery

PMR-D5780
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: the parish church with large onion dome and trees in autumn foliage.
Keywords: picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fall, Golden October, colourful, architecture

PMR-D5779
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Fischbachau: the parish church with large onion dome, the maypole, and trees in autumn foliage.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, autumn colours, russet and gold, fallen leaves, fall, geraniums, Golden October, colourful

PMR-D5778
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: parish church, with the peak of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres) in the background.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geraniums, colourful

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

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

PMR-D5775
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: grazing cattle and trees in autumn foliage near Ilkahöhe, a popular picnic spot,
Keywords: turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, landscape, cows, pasture

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

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

PMR-D5772
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: golden maple leaves, against a blue sky.
Keywords: trees, turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall

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

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

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

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

PMR-D5767
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: a shady walk through woods in autumn foliage on the way to Ilkahöhe.
Keywords: trees, turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, long shadows, fallen leaves, hiking, outdoors, activities

PMR-D5766
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: a shady walk through woods in autumn foliage on the way to Ilkahöhe.
Keywords: trees, turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, long shadows, fallen leaves

PMR-D5765
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: autumn colours and silver birch trees reflected in the tranquil waters of the Deixifurtersee (lake).
Keywords: woods, turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall

PMR-D5764
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: autumn colours reflected in the tranquil waters of the Deixifurtersee (lake).
Keywords: trees, woods, turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall

PMR-D5763
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: beech tree leaves turning to bronze, against a blue sky.
Keywords: trees, woods, turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall

PMR-D5762
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: autumn colours reflected in the tranquil waters of the Deixifurtersee (lake).
Keywords: trees, woods, turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall

PMR-D5761
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: felled tree logs awaiting collection, with vivid autumn foliage in the background.
Keywords: trees, woods, turning colours, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall

PMR-D5755
Turkey: sailing boat "Bahriyeli" in the Aegean Sea near the Island of Astypalaia during a force 6 Meltemi wind.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, turbulence, choppy sea, waves

PMR-D5753
Turkey, Mugla: mountainous scenery as seen from the aircraft on the approach to Bodrum.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, countryside, nature, rocky

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

PMR-D5743
Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. Plants and palm trees in the well-tended gardens, with the keep in the background.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture

PMR-D5742
Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. The keep, flying the Turkish flag.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture

PMR-D5741
Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. View of the fortifications from the keep.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture

PMR-D5740
Turkey, Marmoris: three of the fleet of "Bahriyeli" sailing boats at their home berths.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture

PMR-D5739
Turkey, Marmoris: viiew of the main jetty, with assorted pleasure craft offering sea trips, from the castle walls.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture

PMR-D5738
Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. View along the defence walls, with a display of wine amphorae under the red roof.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture

PMR-D5737
Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum.
View of the keep and castle gardens from the walls.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture

PMR-D5736
Turkey, Marmoris: view of the yachts, moored on the quayside, from the castle walls.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, culture

PMR-D5735
Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum. Gardens in the enclosed courtyard.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture

PMR-D5734
Turkey, Marmoris: yachts and pleasure cruise boats moored on the quayside, with the town rising behind.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, culture

PMR-D5733
Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum.
Red fishing boat, moored on the quayside, in the foreground.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture

PMR-D5732
Turkey, Bozburun: hibiscus flowers on the promenade with mosque and minaret in the background.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5731
Turkey, Bozburun: view of the harbour with sailing ship "Bahriyeli".
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, reflections

PMR-D5730
Turkey, Bozburun: view of the harbour with mosque and minaret in the background.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, reflections

PMR-D5729
Turkey, Bozburun: view of the harbour with rows of moored yachts and fishing boats.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, reflections

PMR-D5728
Turkey, Bozburun: view of the harbour with mosque and minaret in the background.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5727
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: Orthodox church on the headland between the two bays.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, island hopping, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D5726
Greece, Island of Symi: classical facades on the quayside at Gialos.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, colourful, boats

PMR-D5725
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: Orthodox church and belltower dominate the headland between the two bays.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, island hopping, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D5724
Greece, Island of Symi: Bahriyeli sailing boats anchored in a small, rocky cove.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, moorings, island hopping, colourful, ship

PMR-D5723
Greece, Island of Symi: Bahriyeli sailing boats anchored in a small, rocky cove.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, moorings, island hopping, colourful, ship

PMR-D5722
Greece, Island of Symi: Bahriyeli sailing boats leaving Panormitis, showing the narrow entrance to the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, colourful, ship, coast

PMR-D5721
Greece, Island of Symi: Bahriyeli sailing boats leaving Panormitis.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, colourful, ship, coast

PMR-D5720
Greece, Island of Symi: inter-island ferry, "Symi" loading at Panormitis.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, moorings, island hopping, colourful, ship, boat

PMR-D5719
Greece, Island of Amorgos: Agios Panteleimon overlooks the entrance to the bay and is seen by every boat entering the harbour.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful, architecture, church, Orthodox

PMR-D5718
Greece, Island of Amorgos: an inter-island catamaran of Cosmote, Hellenic Seaways, about to enter the harbour of Katapola.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, boat, speed, Cycladen

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

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

PMR-D5715
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa, built into the cliffs in the year 1088 by the Byzantine Emperor Alexis Komnenus. It houses several churches and more than 100 rooms.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, architecture, Orthodox, monks, isolated

PMR-D5714
Greece, Island of Amorgos: view of the steep coast from the path up to the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5713
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa, built into the cliffs in the year 1088 by the Byzantine Emperor Alexis Komnenus. It houses several churches and more than 100 rooms. View from the path up the cliffside.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, architecture, Orthodox, monks, isolated

PMR-D5712
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa, built into the cliffs in the year 1088 by the Byzantine Emperor Alexis Komnenus. It houses several churches and more than 100 rooms. View from the path up the cliffside.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, architecture, Orthodox, monks, isolated

PMR-D5711
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa, built into the cliffs in the year 1088 by the Byzantine Emperor Alexis Komnenus. It houses several churches and more than 100 rooms.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, architecture, Orthodox, monks, isolated

PMR-D5710
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the fortified monastery of Chozoviotissa, built into the cliffs in the year 1088 by the Byzantine Emperor Alexis Komnenus. It houses several churches and more than 100 rooms.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, architecture, Orthodox, monks, isolated

PMR-D5709
Greece, Island of Amorgos: path down to the coast and monastery from the hilltop village of Chora, 300 metres above the sea.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades

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

PMR-D5707
Greece, Island of Amorgos: the Venetian fortification, Apano Kastro, built in 1290, rises above the centre of the hilltop village of Chora, 300 metres above the harbour.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful, architecture

PMR-D5706
Greece, Island of Amorgos: pavement cafe in the hilltop village of Chora, 300 metres above the harbour.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful, architecture

PMR-D5705
Greece, Island of Amorgos: ornate belltower of one of the older Orthodox churches in Katapola.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful, architecture

PMR-D5704
Greece, Island of Amorgos: early morning view of the twin belltowers and dome of the Orthodox church at Katapola.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful, architecture

PMR-D5703
Greece, Island of Amorgos: early morning view of the harbour and moored fishing boats at Katapola.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful

PMR-D5702
Greece, Island of Amorgos: early morning view of the harbour and moored fishing boats at Katapola.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful

PMR-D5701
Greece, Island of Amorgos: early morning view of the harbour and moored sailing boats at Katapola.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, colourful

PMR-D5700
Greece, Island of Milos: sailing ship "Bahriyeli" leaving the coastal cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, boats

PMR-D5699
Greece, Island of Milos: the bizarre volcanic rock formations in the sea at Arkoudes resemble threatening sea monsters.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, geology, vulcanism, fantasy

PMR-D5698
Greece, Island of Milos: the bizarre volcanic rock formations in the sea at Arkoudes resemble threatening sea monsters.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, geology, vulcanism, fantasy

PMR-D5697
Greece, Island of Milos: colourful fishermen's cottages at Klima.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, dwellings

PMR-D5696
Greece, Island of Milos: sailing ship Bahriyeli leaving the harbour of Adamas, with the town in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, fenders

PMR-D5695
Yellow-legged Gull (Larus michahellis) in flight.
Keywords: ornithology, birds, seagulls, wingspan

PMR-D5694
Greece, Island of Milos: sailing ship Bahriyeli in the harbour of Adamas, with the town in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, fenders

PMR-D5693
Greece, Island of Milos: belltower and the little Orthodox church, overlooking the bay at Provatas on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful

PMR-D5692
Greece, Island of Milos: belltower of the Orthodox church, overlooking the bay at Provatas on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful

PMR-D5691
Greece, Island of Milos: view of the beach and headland at Provatas, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing, volcanic

PMR-D5690
Greece, Island of Milos: a secluded rocky cove with ideal bathing beach at Provatas, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing, peaceful, tranquil

PMR-D5689
Greece, Island of Milos: beach houses at Provatas, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing

PMR-D5688
Greece, Island of Milos: the beach at Provatas, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing

PMR-D5687
Greece, Island of Milos: view of the beach and headland at Provatas, on the south coast.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, sand, bathing

PMR-D5686
Greece, Island of Milos: the port of Adamas, from the harbour, with fishing boat in the foreground.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5685
Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: view of the beach and the town across the bay.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful, sand, bathing

PMR-D5684
Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: vivid bougainvillea flowers against the blue sky.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D5683
Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: the jetty, with small boat moorings.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful, port, harbour

PMR-D5682
Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: view of the port from across the bay, with fishing boat in the foreground.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D5681
Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: steps down to the promenade.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D5680
Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: fishing boats moored to the jetty.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful, port, harbour

PMR-D5679
Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: the jetty, with small boat moorings, from a waterside restaurant.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful, port, harbour

PMR-D5678
Greece, Island of Milos, Pollonia: the jetty, with small boat moorings.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, picturesque, colourful, port, harbour

PMR-D5677
Greece, Island of Milos: ruins of an early Bronze Age settlement at Phylakopi, near the ancient town of Apollonia (today: Pollonia) which was in use from the 3rd millennium BC until ca. 1200 BC. Ceramic finds show evidence of Minoan, and later Mycenaean, influence. Part of the well-preserved, 2-metre-thick southern defensive wall.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, excavations, archeology, culture

PMR-D5676
Greece, Island of Milos: ruins of an early Bronze Age settlement at Phylakopi, near the ancient town of Apollonia (today: Pollonia) which was in use from the 3rd millennium BC until ca. 1200 BC. Ceramic finds show evidence of Minoan, and later Mycenaean, influence. Part of the well-preserved, 2-metre-thick southern defensive wall.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, excavations, archeology, culture

PMR-D5675
Greece, Island of Milos: ruins of an early Bronze Age settlement at Phylakopi, near the ancient town of Apollonia (today: Pollonia) which was in use from the 3rd millennium BC until ca. 1200 BC. Ceramic finds show evidence of Minoan, and later Mycenaean, influence.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, excavations, archeology, culture

PMR-D5674
Greece, Island of Milos: ruins of an early Bronze Age settlement at Phylakopi, near the ancient town of Apollonia (today: Pollonia) which was in use from the 3rd millennium BC until ca. 1200 BC. Ceramic finds show evidence of Minoan, and later Mycenaean, influence.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, excavations, archeology, culture

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

PMR-D5671
Greece, Island of Milos: fishing boat returning to Mandrakia, dwarfed by a volcanic cliff.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, Geology, vulcanism

PMR-D5670
Greece, Island of Milos: the volcanic rocks at Mandrakia form bizarre shapes and colours..
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, geology, vulcanism

PMR-D5669
Greece, Island of Milos: the belltower of the church at Mandrakia, a fishing village.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, architecture

PMR-D5668
Greece, Island of Milos: the outer harbour at Mandrakia, a fishing village.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, boats

PMR-D5667
Greece, Island of Milos: the tiny inner harbour at Mandrakia, a fishing village, with its gaily painted steps.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful

PMR-D5666
Greece, Island of Milos: the tiny inner harbour at Mandrakia, a fishing village, with its gaily painted steps.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful

PMR-D5665
Greece, Island of Milos: the tiny inner harbour at Mandrakia, a fishing village.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, boats

PMR-D5664
Greece, Island of Milos: the tiny inner harbour at Mandrakia, a fishing village.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, boats

PMR-D5663
Greece, Island of Milos: the tiny inner harbour at Mandrakia, a fishing village.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, colourful, boats

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D5655
Sea Daffodil (Pancratium maritimum) on the island if Milos.
Keywords: botany, wild flowers, nature, scented, Sand Daffodil, Sand Lily, Lily of St. Nicholas

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D5637
Greece, Island of Milos: the port of Adamas, from the harbour, with fishing boat in the foreground.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

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

PMR-D5635
Greece, Island of Milos, Tripiti: Roman amphitheatre, probably built in the 3rd century BC by the inhabitants of the ancient city of Klima, with seating for 7000 spectators. The orchestra, with part of the seating terraces.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, Klema, archeology, stone carving, historic, drama

PMR-D5634
Greece, Island of Milos, Tripiti: Roman amphitheatre, probably built in the 3rd century BC by the inhabitants of the ancient city of Klima, with seating for 7000 spectators. The proscenium, which would have originally been covered with wooden boards.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, Klema, archeology, stone carving, historic, drama

PMR-D5633
Greece, Island of Milos, Tripiti: Roman amphitheatre, probably built in the 3rd century BC by the inhabitants of the ancient city of Klima, with seating for 7000 spectators. Part of the reconstructed, ornately carved, scene building, which stood two storeys high.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Venus de Milo, Klema, archeology, stone carving, historic, drama

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

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

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

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

PMR-D5628
Greece, Island of Milos, Tripiti: early Christian catacombes, dating from 1st to 6th centuries AD, and belonging to the ancient town of Klema. A gallery of "Arcosolia" ("arched") grave niches.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, geology, Venus de Milo, graves, sarcophagus, burial, underground

PMR-D5627
Greece, Island of Milos: view of the bay and natural harbour from the hillside above, with opuntia cactus in the foreground.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5626
Greece, Island of Milos: yachts in the harbour of Adamas, reflected in the water.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5625
Greece, Island of Milos: the port of Adamas, reflected in the waters of the harbour, with its rows of moored yachts.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5624
Greece, Island of Milos: the port of Adamas, reflected in the waters of the harbour, with its rows of moored yachts.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5623
Greece, Island of Milos: the port of Adamas, reflected in the waters of the harbour, with its rows of moored yachts.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5622
Greece, Island of Milos: the twin towers and dome of the Orthodox church of Tripiti, lit by the setting sun.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5621
Greece, Island of Milos: view of the port of Adamas from above.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5620
Greece, Island of Milos: the town of Tripiti, spread along the ridge, with the colourful fishermen's houses in the village of Klima, at the foot of the hill.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5619
Greece, Island of Milos: the town of Tripiti, spread along the ridge, with the colourful fishermen's houses in the village of Klima, at the foot of the hill.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5618
Greece, Island of Milos: part of the town of Tripiti, one of whose churches surmounts the hill.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism, Venus de Milo

PMR-D5617
Greece, Island of Milos: rising abruptly from the sea, this volcanic rock formation at Glaronissia on the north coast is visible from afar.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D5607
Greece: "a painted ship upon a painted ocean". Sunlight reflected as silver on the sea's surface, with distant sailing ship.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, calm, peaceful, tranquil, solitary, moonlight

PMR-D5606
Greece, Island of Folegandros, bizarre volcanic rock formations on the coastal cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, geology, vulcanism

PMR-D5605
Greece, Island of Folegandros, Chora: a typical example of the immaculate streets.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5604
Greece, Island of Folegandros, Chora: colourful pavement cafe with overhanging flowers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5603
Greece, Island of Folegandros, Chora: street bar with flowering bougainvillea and dome of Orthodox church in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5602
Greece, Island of Folegandros, Chora: colourful pavement cafe with Orthodox church in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5601
Greece, Island of Folegandros: the zig-zag flight of whitewashed steps leading up to the Orthodox church, from Chora.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5600
Greece, Island of Folegandros: view of Chora with the zig-zag flight of whitewashed steps leading up to the Orthodox church, from the valley.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5599
Greece, Island of Folegandros: mountainside terraces no longer in use.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades, agriculture

PMR-D5598
Greece, Island of Folegandros: this row of colourful terraced houses in Chora is the principal postcard theme.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, dwellings, photogenic

PMR-D5597
Greece, Island of Folegandros: a church dome in Chora with palm fronds and bougainvillea flowers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5596
Greece, Island of Folegandros: outside stairs save living space, as in this house in Chora with its shade-giving tree in the yard.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5595
Greece, Island of Folegandros: a typical neatly-kept street in Chora.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5594
Greece, Island of Folegandros: this row of colourful terraced houses in Chora is the principal postcard theme.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, dwellings, photogenic

PMR-D5593
Greece, Island of Folegandros: a zig-zag flight of whitewashed steps leads up to the Orthodox church from the main town, Chora.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5592
Greece, Island of Folegandros: the bay at Karavostasis with flowering oleanders in the foreground.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5591
Greece, Island of Folegandros: the beach at Karavostasis, with moored sailing ships across the bay.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5590
Greece, Island of Folegandros: the beach at Karavostasis.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, bathing, sand, sunbathing

PMR-D5589
Greece, Island of Folegandros: the harbour at Karavostasis with a row of moored boats.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades

PMR-D5588
Greece, Island of Santorini: the cliff-top village of Oia on its red volcanic rocks, with a small harbour below.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5587
Greece, Island of Santorini: a jetty at Oia, with a view along the cliffs to Fira, on the other side of the caldera.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5586
Greece, Island of Santorini: the cliff-top village of Oia, with a distant view of Fira, across the caldera.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5585
Greece, Island of Santorini: a plethora of church belltowers and domes in Oia.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5584
Greece, Island of Santorini: distant view of Fira from the whitewashed steps of Oia.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bougainvillea, caldera

PMR-D5583
Greece, Island of Santorini: bizarre volcanic rocks line part of the cliff path between Fira and Oia.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, hiking , walking, outdoor

PMR-D5582
Greece, Island of Santorini: an isolated pink-washed Orthodox church on the cliff path between Fira and Oia.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5581
Greece, Island of Santorini: a buttercup-yellow stone shelter on the cliff path between Fira and Oia.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5580
Greece, Island of Santorini: view of Oia on the end of its peninsula, from the cliff path.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, volcanic, cape ridge, shoreline

PMR-D5579
Greece, Island of Santorini: isolated group of apartments with swimming pools close to the road between Fira and Oia.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, volcanic, ridge, cape

PMR-D5578
Greece, Island of Santorini: on the cliff path between Fira and Oia.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, hiking, cape, ridge

PMR-D5577
Greece, Island of Santorini: on the cliff path between Fira and Oia.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, hiking, cape, ridge

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

PMR-D5575
Greece, Island of Santorini: view of Oia on the end of its peninsula, from the cliff path.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, volcanic, cape ridge, shoreline

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

PMR-D5573
Greece, Island of Santorini: a shady section of the cliff path between Fira and Oia.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, hiking

PMR-D5572
Greece, Island of Santorini: brightly coloured volcanic deposits revealed in a cutting near Imerovigli.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, geology, Hellas, Thera, Thira, Greek Islands, Cyclades, island hopping, colourful

PMR-D5571
Greece, Island of Santorini: view of the steep lip of the ex-volcano at the narrowest part of the island, looking north from Imerovigli.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, geology, shoreline, volcanic, cape, ridge, Hellas, Thera, Thira, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D5570
Greece, Island of Santorini: view of the steep lip of the ex-volcano at the narrowest part of the island, looking north from Imerovigli.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, geology, shoreline, volcanic, cape, ridge, Hellas, Thera, Thira, Greek Islands, Cyclades

PMR-D5569
Greece, Island of Santorini: view of Oia, from the cliff path near Fira, with oleander flowers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5568
Greece, Island of Santorini: an Orthodox church with blue dome, on the outskirts of Fira.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5567
Greece, Island of Santorini: a pair of church shrines with grey-blue domes, on the outskirts of Fira. Nea Kameni island in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5566
Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago.
A model of the area of excavation.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins

PMR-D5565
Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago.
A pair of bed frames have survived the centuries.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins

PMR-D5564
Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago.
Lower room of a house, with stone basin.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins

PMR-D5563
Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago.
The highest wall so far uncovered is a house fronting on to a triangular square.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins

$PMR-D5562 Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago. A flight of stone steps, fractured in an earthquake. Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins$

PMR-D5561
Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago.
A Bronze Age WC, with running water. Houses had hot and cold running water, the hot probably coming from geo-thermal sources. Also waste water disposal pipes.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins

PMR-D5560
Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago.
Walls of unattributed buildings, with the main street in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins

PMR-D5559
Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago.
The "pithoi room", probably a store-room, where a number of amphorae were found, some still containing the remains of barley.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins

PMR-D5558
Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago.
The "pithoi room", probably a store-room, where a number of amphorae were found, some still containing the remains of barley.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins

PMR-D5557
Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago.
Doorway and windows of a putative house.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins

PMR-D5556
Greece, Island of Santorini: archeological excavations of a Minoan city at Akrotiri which was buried after the eruption of the Thera volcano, approximately 3600 years ago.
Ongoing excavation of the wall of a 2/3-storey building, with supports.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, bronze age, prehistoric, civilisation, ruins

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

PMR-D5554
Greece, Island of Santorini: heavy traffic in the Caldera, with the volcanic island of Nea Kameni in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, boats, ships, liners

PMR-D5553
Greece, Island of Santorini: ferries of Hellenic Seaways and Seajets passing each other in the Caldera.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, ships, mailboats

PMR-D5552
Greece, Island of Santorini: view of the Caldera, with 3 cruise liners and the volcanic island of Nea Kameni and the inhabited island of Thirassia in the distance.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5551
Greece, Island of Santorini: dome and belltower of the Catholic cathedral in Fira.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5550
Greece, Island of Santorini: cruise liner about to depart from Fira, with the island of Thirassia in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5549
Greece, Island of Santorini: " MSC Musica", a cruise liner in the Caldera, with the volcanic island, Nea Kameni, in the background.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5548
Greece, Island of Santorini: the Metropolitan Orthodox Cathedral in Fira.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5547
Greece, Island of Santorini: typical Orthodox church with blue dome in Fira.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5546
Greece, Island of Santorini: doorway in Fira, with vivid bougainvillea in flower.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5545
Greece, Island of Santorini: Orthodox church and belltower in Fira.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5544
Greece, Island of Santorini: view of Fira, with the cable car and Catholic cathedral
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5543
Greece, Island of Santorini: view over Fira, with the Catholic cathedral on the horizon.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5542
Greece, Island of Santorini: private yacht, moored in the Caldera near Fira.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5541
Greece, Island of Santorini, Fira: siesta time!
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5540
Greece, Island of Santorini: the top of the stairway in Fira, with donkeys and mules waiting to carry the leg-weary to the bottom.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5539
Greece, Island of Santorini: the clock tower and dome of the Catholic cathedral in Fira, with vivid bougainvillea blooming in the foreground.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5538
Greece, Island of Santorini: view of Fira, overlooking the Caldera.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5537
Greece, Island of Santorini: the clock tower of the Catholic cathedral in Fira.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5536
Greece, Island of Santorini: view over Fira, with the clocktower and dome of the Catholic cathedral and Mount Profitis Ilias in the distance.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5535
Greece, Island of Santorini: Fira, the capital, with port, Athinios, and modern cable car on the left, and the old zig-zag stairway on the right.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5534
Greece, Island of Santorini: bizarre and colourful patterns in the volcanic cliffs near Imerovigli.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira, geology, vulcanology

PMR-D5533
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Imerovigli, with the Skaros rock in the foreground, previously fortified by early settlers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5532
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Imerovigli, with the Skaros rock in the foreground, previously fortified by early settlers.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5531
Greece, Island of Santorini: some of the old cave dwellings, built into the cliffside near Finikia.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5530
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Finikia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5529
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Finikia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5528
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Finikia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5527
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Finikia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5526
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5525
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5524
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5523
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5522
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5521
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5520
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs, with the little port of Ammoudi at the bottom, and access road to the left.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5519
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs, with the little port of Ammoudi at the bottom, joined by a zig-zag flight of steps.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera

PMR-D5518
Greece, Island of Santorini: the town of Oia, clinging to the top of the red volcanic cliffs, with the little port of Ammoudi at the bottom, joined by a zig-zag flight of steps.
Keywords: Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Cyclades, Thera, Thira

PMR-D5517
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: an inter-island catamaran of Seajets, about to enter the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, boat, speed

PMR-D5516
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: view of the harbour from Chora, with moored sailing boats.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D5515
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: view of the bay from Chora, with moored sailing boats.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D5514
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. View of the remaining facade.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage

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

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

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

PMR-D5510
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: a row of old red-roofed windmills in Chora, the town surrounding the the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage

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

PMR-D5508
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: a row of old red-roofed windmills in Chora, the town surrounding the the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5507
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: crowning the hill is the Querini Fortress, built under the Venetian administration, and ruined in an earthquake in 1956. An old windmill with red roof stands in the foreground.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage

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

PMR-D5505
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: one of the feline residents,
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, lucky, black, cat

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D5499
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: a typical steep street in Astypalaia town.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping

PMR-D5498
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: view of the harbour of Astypalaia town from above, with bougainvillea.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, quayside, harbour, port, colourful, picturesque

PMR-D5497
Greece: Turkish sailing ship Bahriyeli (37.5 metres).
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, yachts, pleasure boats, island hopping

PMR-D5496
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: fishing boats at the jetty of Astypalaia town, with the houses scaling the hillside in the background.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, quayside, harbour, port

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

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

PMR-D5493
Greece, Island of Astypalaia: abandoned limestone kiln in a remote bay.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, industrial, furnace, cement

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

PMR-D5491
Greece, Island of Nisyros: a typical house with balcony in the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, pristine

PMR-D5490
Greece, Island of Nisyros: artistic pulpit in the Orthodox parish church in the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, frescoes, iconostasis

PMR-D5489
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the interior of the Orthodox parish church in the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, frescoes, iconostasis

PMR-D5488
Greece, Island of Nisyros: distant view of the mountainous Turkish mainland, wreathed in clouds, from the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, mysterious

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D5482
Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of the main crater of the dormant volcano, Stefanos, from the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, geology, vulcanology

PMR-D5481
Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of the crater of the dormant volcano, Stefanos, from the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, geology, vulcanology

PMR-D5480
Greece, Island of Nisyros: view of the crater of the dormant volcano, Stefanos, from the mountain-top village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque, geology, vulcanology

PMR-D5479
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the mountain-top village of Nikeia, which overlooks the dormant volcano, Stefanos.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D5478
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: the clocktower, built in 1881, on the point, separating the two bays.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, island hopping, quayside, jetty, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D5477
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: Orthodox church and belltower dominate the headland between the two bays.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections

PMR-D5476
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, with sailing ship Bahriyeli moored in the foreground.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections

PMR-D5475
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, reflected in the water, with sailing ship Bahriyeli moored in the foreground.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections

PMR-D5474
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, with yachts moored in the foreground.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections

PMR-D5473
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, with yachts moored in the foreground.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections

PMR-D5472
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, with yachts moored in the foreground.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections

PMR-D5471
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos handsome, domed Orthodox church, clinging to the hillside.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D5470
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical buildings, almost at the top of the rugged cliffs.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5469
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, with yachts moored in the foreground.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, reflections

PMR-D5468
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: motor boats at their moorings on the jetty, with the barren hillside above.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, pleasure boats, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D5467
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical buildings, almost at the top of the rugged cliffs.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, island hopping, architecture, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR-D5466
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour, reflected in the water.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D5465
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: sailing ship Bahriyeli entering the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, pleasure boats, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D5464
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: sailing ship Bahriyeli entering the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, pleasure boats, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D5463
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: the clocktower, built in 1881, with the police department (left) on the point, separating the two bays.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, island hopping, quayside, jetty, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D5462
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D5461
Greece, Island of Symi, Gialos: classical houses clustered round the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, picturesque

PMR-D5460
Greece: Turkish sailing ship Bahriyeli (37.5 metres) wiith fellow travellers.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, yachts, pleasure boats, island hopping, motor boats

PMR-D5459
Greece: Turkish sailing ship Bahriyeli (37.5 metres).
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, yachts, pleasure boats, island hopping

PMR-D5458
Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture

PMR-D5457
Turkey, Marmoris: the castle, built in 1522, in the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, stands on the site of age-old defensive installations. It now houses an ethnographical museum.
Keywords: port, harbour, holiday resort, marina, yachts, boats, picturesque, colourful, heritage, historic, fortress, crenellations, culture

PMR-D5456
Switzerland, Zurich: part of the Swiss National Museum (Landesmuseum), built in 1898 in historic style by Gustav Gull.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene

PMR-D5455
Switzerland, Zurich: monument to Alfred Escher, Swiss politician, business leader and railway pioneer standing in front of the railway station.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, statue, memorial

PMR-D5454
Switzerland, Zurich: cast iron monument brought from Paris in 1893, standing in the Bahnhofstrasse.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene

PMR-D5453
Switzerland, Zurich: monument to Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi, Swiss pedagogue, 1746-1827, on the Bahnhofstrasse.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, statue, memorial

PMR-D5452
Switzerland, Zurich: a typical street in the Lindenhof quarter, not far from the site of the original Roman fortress.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval

PMR-D5451
Switzerland, Zurich: the Liebfrauenkirche with its belltower, built 1892-4 in the style of an early Christian basilika, in the Niederdorf quarter of the city.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic

PMR-D5450
Switzerland, Zurich: view of the River Limmat and its bridges, from the Lindenhof hill.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval

PMR-D5449
Switzerland, Zurich: Hotel "Haus der Kindli" in Linderhof quarter dates from 1474 and is one of the oldest in Switzerland.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval

PMR-D5448
Switzerland, Zurich: St. Peterhofstatt in the Lindenhof quarter.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval

PMR-D5447
Switzerland, Zurich: riverside facade of the Hotel Storchen.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic

PMR-D5446
Switzerland, Zurich: oriel window of the Cafe Orsini, on Münsterhof Square.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval

PMR-D5445
Switzerland, Zurich: house facades on Münsterhof Square.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval

PMR-D5444
Switzerland, Zurich: house facades on Münsterhof Square.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval

PMR-D5443
Switzerland, Zurich: vaulted Gothic arcades of the Fraumünster.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval

PMR-D5442
Switzerland, Zurich: view of the Opera House from Lake Zurich.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene

PMR-D5441
Switzerland, Zurich: cruise boat terminal on Bürkliplatz, with the Quaibrücke, the first bridge over the River Limmat and the Grossmünster in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic

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

PMR-D5439
Switzerland, Zurich: Rietberg Museum, in the former Wesendonck Villa with its Richard Wagner associations, houses a large collection of non-European art.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic

PMR-D5438
Switzerland, Zurich: Rietberg Museum: Shiva Nataraja, the dancing Shiva, a bronze temple ornament from Tamil Nadu, India.. Chola dynasty, 12th century.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, art, Buddhist

PMR-D5437
Switzerland, Zurich: Rietberg Museum: "the temptation of Buddha by Mara's dauchters", a stone carving from Pakistan. 2nd-4th century.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, art, Buddhist

PMR-D5436
Switzerland, Zurich: Rietberg Museum, in the former Wesendonck Villa with its Richard Wagner associations, houses a large collection of non-European art.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic

PMR-D5435
Switzerland, Zurich: Rietberg Museum, Osiris Exhibition: colossal statue of a queen as Isis, from the Ptolemaic period (305-30 BC), possibly the reign of Ptolomy II. Pink granite. Retrieved from the seabed off Alexandria.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, Egptology, archeology, sculpture

PMR-D5434
Switzerland, Zurich: Rietberg Museum, Osiris Exhibition: colossal statue of a king from the Ptolemaic period (305-30 BC), possibly Ptolomy II. Pink granite. Retrieved from the seabed off Alexandria.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, Egptology, archeology, sculpture

PMR-D5433
Switzerland, Zurich: footbridge over the River Limmat, with an impressive row of river facades, and the towers of the Grossmünster in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene

PMR-D5432
Switzerland, Zurich: the Grossmünster, started in Romanesque style about 1100, stands on the site of an older church, said to have been founded by Charlemagne.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval, Protestant

PMR-D5431
Switzerland, Zurich: Bellevue Platz, with boats on the River Limmat, from Bürkliplatz.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene

PMR-D5430
Switzerland, Zurich: view of the Münsterbrücke over the River Limmat, with medieval facades.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene

PMR-D5429
Switzerland, Zurich: flags on the twin towers of the Grossmünster,
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene

PMR-D5428
Switzerland, Zurich: the twin towers of the Grossmünster, across the River Limmat, from Bürkliplatz.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene

PMR-D5427
Switzerland, Zurich: the twin towers of the Grossmünster, across the River Limmat, from Bürkliplatz, with moored boats in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, colourful

PMR-D5426
Switzerland, Zurich: the twin towers of the Grossmünster, across the River Limmat, from Bürkliplatz.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene

PMR-D5425
Switzerland, Zurich: Bellevue Platz and Quaibrücke, the last bridge over the River Limmat.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene

PMR-D5424
Switzerland, Zurich: the paddle steamer "Stadt Zürich" on Lake Zurich.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, boat, ship, sidewheeler, veteran

PMR-D5423
Switzerland, Zurich: Bürkliplatz, with view of the Opera House across the lake.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, statue

PMR-D5422
Switzerland, Zurich: the paddle steamer "Stadt Zürich" on Lake Zurich.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, boat, ship, sidewheeler, veteran

PMR-D5421
Switzerland, Zurich: impressive architecture in the city centre.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene, mediaeval

PMR-D5420
Switzerland, Zurich: carved stone figures ornamenting a "Jugendstil" (Art Deco) building in Bahnhofstrasse.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, financial centre, heritage, historic, street scene

PMR-D5419
Switzerland, Zurich West: "Puls 5", a former assembly hall of the ship-building industry, has been converted for the use of local residents, with shops and restaurants and other amenities.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, urban development, redevelopment, spatial re-use, Schiffsbau

PMR-D5418
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: charming alpine cottage on Niederhofer Alm, Mount Seeberg.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geraniums

PMR-D5417
Fragrant Orchid (Gymnadenia conopsea) on Mount Seeberg, Bayrischzell.
Keywords: alpine, spring, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers

PMR-D5415
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the village church from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D5413
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the village from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D5412
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the village church from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

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

PMR-D5410
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayrischzell: view of the village from Mount Seeberg (1538 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

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

PMR-D5406
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city, National Museum: the Persian god Mithra/Mitra under Zoroastrianism had the attributes of the sun and light and was associated with justice and truth.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, statue, figure, antique, exhibit

PMR-D5405
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city, National Museum: the reclining Buddha dates back to ca. 6th century AD, and was discovered in the 1960s in the ruins of a temple. It is 12.8 metres long, weighs 5 tonnes, made of terracotta, and represents "Buddha in Nirvana".
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, statue, figure, antique, exhibit

PMR-D5404
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city, National Museum: the reclining Buddha dates back to ca. 6th century AD, and was discovered in the 1960s in the ruins of a temple. It is 12.8 metres long, weighs 5 tonnes, made of terracotta, and represents "Buddha in Nirvana".
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, statue, figure, antique, exhibit

PMR-D5403
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city, National Museum: figure of a mounted horseman king, dating from 7th century.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, statue, figure, antique, exhibit

PMR-D5402
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city, National Museum: stone idol or Balbal from Obi Kiik, dating from 6-7th century AD. Balbals were usually buried with the dead in graves.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, statue, figure, antique, exhibit

PMR-D5401
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. A small Kyrgyz girl, dressed against the cold.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, cattle

PMR-D5400
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. A small Kyrgyz girl, dressed against the cold.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, cattle

PMR-D5399
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. View, with the distant snow-covered Pamir mountains which reach heights of over 7000 metres.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, cattle, isolated

PMR-D5398
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. View of the distant snow-covered Pamir mountains which reach heights of over 7000 metres.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, cattle, isolated

PMR-D5397
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, isolated

PMR-D5396
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. View of the snow-covered Pamir mountains which reach heights of over 7000 metres.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, cattle

PMR-D5395
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding. View of the snow-covered Pamir mountains which reach heights of over 7000 metres.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, plain, grassland, cattle, isolated

PMR-D5394
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: private banqueting room awaiting guests in a city-centre restaurant.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful, sumptuous, opulent, plushy, upholstery, richly-furnished

PMR-D5393
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: main entrance to the bazaar.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful, trade

PMR-D5392
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: colourful dresses find favour with Uighur women: part of the textile section of the bazaar.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D5391
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: colourful dresses find favour with Uighur women: part of the textile section of the bazaar.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D5390
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: part of the spacious bazaar.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D5389
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: part of the spacious bazaar.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful, trade, shops

PMR-D5388
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: covered part of the inner courtyard of the Id Kah Mosque, built in 1442, central to Uighar Muslims. It is the largest in China, and can hold 20,000 worshippers.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D5387
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: covered part of the inner courtyard of the Id Kah Mosque, built in 1442, central to Uighar Muslims. It is the largest in China, and can hold 20,000 worshippers.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D5386
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: detail of the carpets used in the covered part of the inner courtyard of the Id Kah Mosque, built in 1442, central to Uighar Muslims. It is the largest in China, and can hold 20,000 worshippers.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D5385
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: a traditional Uighur house, with balcony and carved verandah. The flowering bush in the foreground is a pincushion tree or Persian silk tree (Albizia julibrissin), indiginous to this area.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful, botany, bloom

PMR-D5384
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: the proprietor of a shop selling stringed instruments tuning one of them.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, music, trade, practice, workshop

PMR-D5383
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: a modern house built in the traditional Uighur style, housing a coppersmith's shop.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful, artisan, trader

PMR-D5382
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: a modern house built in the traditional Uighur style, like many others in this street.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, architecture, historic, heritage, Uighur, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D5381
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: beaten copper vessels in a coppersmith's shop.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, trade, manufacture, hollow-ware, non-ferrous

PMR-D5380
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: rows of copper kettles and brass teapots in a metalware shop.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, trade, manufacture, hollow-ware

PMR-D5379
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar: Chinese ravioli, filled cases of pasta in tomato sauce.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, food, inviting, delicious, tasty, appetizing

PMR-D5378
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Urumqi: modern hotels.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture

PMR-D5377
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Urumqi: children playing on public swings.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, street scene, playtime

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

PMR-D5354
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: Hotel Uzbekistan.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5353
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: figures of a pair of mating storks crown the dome of the Palace of International Forums (2009).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, sculpture

PMR-D5352
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: the equestrian statue of Amir Timur (Tamerlaine) in Amir Timur Square, with the Palace of International Forums (2009) in the background.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, sculpture, memorial

PMR-D5351
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: the equestrian statue of Amir Timur (Tamerlaine) in Amir Timur Square, with the Palace of International Forums (2009) in the background.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, sculpture, memorial

PMR-D5350
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: row of bicycles for hire.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, Muslim, colourful, Sunni Islam, mobility

PMR-D5349
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: local artists display their paintings in the park.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, art, pictures

PMR-D5348
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: local artists display their paintings in the park.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, art, pictures

PMR-D5347
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: local artists display their paintings in the park.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, art, pictures

PMR-D5346
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: Hall of Congress, adjoining Independence Park (Mustaqillik Maydoni).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5345
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: pool with three fountains, with part of the Independence Arch on the left, in Mustaqillik Maydoni.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5344
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: Parliament Building, with fountain in Independence Park (Mustaqillik Maydoni).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5343
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: columned arch marking the start of Mustaqillik Maydoni or Independence Square, surmounted by figures of storks.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, landmark

PMR-D5342
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: columned arch marking the start of Mustaqillik Maydoni or Independence Square, surmounted by figures of storks.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, landmark

PMR-D5341
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: eternal flame and figure of a woman grieving for her children who fell fighting for their country in war.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, memorial, tribute

PMR-D5340
Uzbekistan, Tashkent: memorial pavilion for the the victims of the earthquake on 26th April 1966.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5339
Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city: Turkiston Hotel.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5338
Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: part of the Khazrati Imam Architectural Complex.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5337
Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: highly ornate green-tiled Mihrab.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5336
Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: carved wooden frieze and pillar-capital, part of the Khazrati Imam Architectural Complex.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5335
Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: Khazrati Imam Mosque, built in 2007, across the square from Barak-Khan Madrasa.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5334
Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: facade and iwan of the Barak-Khan Madrasa, built in late 15th/early 16th centuries. It faces the Khazrati-Imami Mosque (2007) across the square.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5333
Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: the dome of the Kaffai Shashi Mosque stannds on a handsome drum with polychrome floral ornamentation.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5332
Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: Tilla-Sheikh Mosque ("Golden Sheikh Mosque"), built 1856-7.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5331
Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: Khazrat Imami Mosque, built in 2007, with the smaller Tilla Sheikh Mosque (1856-7) in front, across the square from Barak-Khan Madrasa.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5330
Uzbekistan, Tashkent, capital city, Khast-Imam Complex: Khazrati Imam Mosque, built in 2007, across the square from Barak-Khan Madrasa.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5329
Uzbekistan, Jizzakh Province: following the old Silk Road along the Serashan Valley, now equipped with new bridges.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, Sunni Islam, river, landscape, parched

PMR-D5328
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Shakh-i-Zinda necropolis, showing the facade and iwan of the street entrance, with the domes of the mausoleums ascending the hill behind.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5327
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: one of the fluted domes of the Bibi Khanum mosque, resting on a drum with large epigraphic ornamentation. (Similar to the domes of the Sher Dor madrasa).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5326
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: selling spice from a sack in the bazaar.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, Muslim, colourful, Sunni Islam, trade

PMR-D5325
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: buying fruit in the bazaar.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, Muslim, colourful, Sunni Islam, market, trade

PMR-D5324
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: mobile stalls offering fresh cakes of local bread in the bazaar.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, Muslim, colourful, Sunni Islam, trade, market

PMR-D5323
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: choosing a melon in the bazaar.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, Muslim, colourful, Sunni Islam, market, fruit, trade

PMR-D5322
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: a busy scene at the bus station, adjoining the bazaar.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, transport, street scene

PMR-D5321
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: cakes of the local bread being sold outside the bazaar, with the bus station in the background.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5320
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: a "sculpture" made of snuff-tobacco on a stall in the bazaar.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5319
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, completed by Timur (Tamerlaine) in 1404 in honour of his wife. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world, but soon began to crumble, and was finally ruined by an earthquake in 1887. It is in a state of ongoing reconstruction. Parade Portal, pishtak/iwan, dome and a minaret.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5318
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, completed by Timur (Tamerlaine) in 1404 in honour of his wife. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world, but soon began to crumble, and was finally ruined by an earthquake in 1887. It is in a state of reconstruction. The 35-metre-high Parade Portal leading to the courtyard.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5317
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: small classical building with columned portico, possibly a (film-) theatre, not far from the university.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5316
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the statue of Ali-shir Nava'i (1441-1501), a poet, writer, politician, linguist, mystic and painter who wrote in the Turkic language, stands in a well-maintained park with flower beds and seats for strollers.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, memorial, sculpture

PMR-D5315
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: statue of Ali-shir Nava'i (1441-1501), a poet, writer, politician, linguist, mystic and painter who wrote in the Turkic language.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, memorial, sculpture

PMR-D5314
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: one of the local compact buses.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, traffic, transport, bus-service

PMR-D5313
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: spacious, tree-lined University Boulevard.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, town-planning, traffic, landscaping

PMR-D5312
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Russian Orthodox Church of St. Alexis, built in 1912. Architect: A. Smirnova.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, icons, worship

PMR-D5311
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Russian Orthodox Church of St. Alexis, built in 1912. Architect: A. Smirnova.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, icons, worship

PMR-D5310
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Russian Orthodox Church of St. Alexis, built in 1912. Architect: A. Smirnova.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, icons, worship

PMR-D5309
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: iconostasis of the Russian Orthodox Church of St. Alexis, built in 1912. Architect: A. Smirnova.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, icons, worship

PMR-D5308
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: a typical pedestrians-only road, lined by shops.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5307
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: portrait of Amir Ulugh Beg, astronomer, mathematician, theologian and poet, also grandson of Amir Timur (Tamerlaine), in the museum on the site of his former observatory.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, knowledge, genius, inventor

PMR-D5306
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: model of the former observatory of Amir Ulugh Beg, astronomer, mathematician, theologian and poet, which contained his giant sextant. Exhibit in the Ulugh Beg Museum.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, knowledge, genius, inventor

PMR-D5305
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the site of the former observatory of Amir Ulugh Beg, astronomer, mathematician, theologian and poet, also grandson of Amir Timur (Tamerlaine), now containns only the rails of his giant sextant.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, knowledge, genius, inventor

PMR-D5304
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the modern museum describing the achievements off Amir Ulugh Beg, astronomer, mathematician, theologian and poet, also grandson of Amir Timur (Tamerlaine), on the site of his former observatory.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5303
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, the Ulugh Beg Observatory: these curved rails are all that remains of the giant sextant, three stories high, built by Ulugh Beg around 1437. With its aid he was able to calculate the exact length of a year, to within one minute.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, inventor, genius, knowledge

PMR-D5302
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: statue of Amir Ulugh Beg, astronomer, mathematician, theologian and poet, also grandson of Amir Timur (Tamerlaine), outside his former observatory.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5301
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Tilya-Kari Medrasa and Mosque, built 1646-60, stands at the far (west) side of Registan Square.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5300
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Registan square, wth its 3 madrasas: Ulugh Beg Madrasa (1417-1420) (left)
Tilya-Kori Madrasa (1646-1660) (centre), and
Sher-Dor Madrasa (1619-1636) (right)
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5299
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: approach road to the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, showing two of the eight planned minarets.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5298
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, completed by Timur (Tamerlaine) in 1404 in honour of his wife. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world, but soon began to crumble, and was finally ruined by an earthquake in 1887. It is in a state of ongoing reconstruction. View of one of three cupolas and side entrance.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5297
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: detail of ornament over the iwan of the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, completed by Timur (Tamerlaine) in 1404 in honour of his wife. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world, but soon began to crumble, and was finally ruined by an earthquake in 1887. It is in a state of ongoing reconstruction.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5296
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: facade and iwan of the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, completed by Timur (Tamerlaine) in 1404 in honour of his wife. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world, but soon began to crumble, and was finally ruined by an earthquake in 1887. It is in a state of ongoing reconstruction.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5295
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: facade and iwan of the huge Bibi Khanum mosque, completed by Timur (Tamerlaine) in 1404 in honour of his wife. It was one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world, but soon began to crumble, and was finally ruined by an earthquake in 1887. It is in a state of ongoing reconstruction.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5294
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, bird, ornithology, starling, wildlife, fauna

PMR-D5293
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: turquoise domes of the Sher Dor madrasa and the Tilya Kari madrasa..
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5292
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: one of the fluted domes of the Sher Dor madrasa, built 1619-36, resting on a drum with large epigraphic ornamentation.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5291
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: part of the Sher Dor madrasa and the Tilya Kari madrasa from the gardens adjoining the Registan.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5290
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and iwan of the Sher Dor ("lion-bearing") madrasa, built in 1619-36 by order of Amir Yalangtush Bakhodur. The lions over the iwan (resembling rather tigers) are hunting deer and are an unusual example of animals being portrayed in Islamic art.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5289
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: colourful iwan with "stalactites" and bands of calligraphy in the Ulugh Beg madrasa, built 1417-20.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5288
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: Turquoise tiled dome of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa rests on a drum with polychrome geometrical ornamentation and a band of calligraphy.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5287
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: mosque with carved wooden pillars and roof in Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5286
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: carved wooden door panel with floral motif in the Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5285
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: view of the south-east (entrance) side of the tree-shaded courtyard of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60, from the iwan on the opposite side.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5284
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and iwan on the south-east side of the inner courtyard of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5283
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and iwan on the north-west side of the inner courtyard of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60, from the shade of the trees in the centre of the courtyard.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5282
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: extensive gilding of the mihrab and "stalactites" in the iwan of the interior of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5281
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: extensive gilding of the inner walls of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5280
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: pattern of the inner dome of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5279
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and iwan on the north-west side of the inner courtyard of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5278
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade, iwan and dome of the mosque on the west side of the courtyard of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5277
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. Detail of the geometrical ornamentation over the iwan.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5276
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and broad iwan of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. The two-storied alcoves continue through the iwan. The dome is visible on the left.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5275
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60, with two iwans. Detail of the geometrical ornamentation over the iwans.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5274
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: two-storied courtyard ofTilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60, with two iwans. The galleries contained dormitories for the students..
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5273
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: detail of the dome and geometrical ornamentation on the side tower of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5272
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: detail of the geometrical and epigraphical ornamentation on the capital of one of the columns of Ulugh Beg madrasa, built 1417-20.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5271
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: Ulugh Beg madrasa, built 1417-20. The facade over the iwan is decorated with star-shaped. geometrical patterns. (detail)
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5270
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and broad iwan of Tilya-Kori ("gilded") madrasa, built 1646-60. The two-storied alcoves continue through the iwan.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5269
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: facade and iwan of Ulugh Beg madrasa, built 1417-20, with flanking columns. The facade over the iwan is decorated with star-shaped. geometrical patterns. Ulugh Beg himself used to give lectures here.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5268
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Registan: turquoise single dome of Tilya-Kori madrasa, asymetrically placed, with part of the two-storey facade, richly decorated with polychrome tiling.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5267
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Registan square, wth its 3 madrasas: Ulugh Beg Madrasa (1417-1420) (left)
Tilya-Kori Madrasa (1646-1660) (centre), and
Sher-Dor Madrasa (1619-1636) (right)
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5266
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: fountain in the green centre of the city, with Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine), in the background.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate

PMR-D5265
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. View of the outer facade and iwan, heavy with "stalactites".
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate

PMR-D5264
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. View of facade, iwan and cupola, from an archway opposite.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate

PMR-D5263
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. View of the facade and iwan, with cupola and twin columns.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate

PMR-D5262
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. The single, fluted cupola, 15 metres broad x 12.5 metres high, sits atop a drum with geometric and epigraphic ornamentation on polychrome tiling. Two, spirally-decorated columns stand either side.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate

PMR-D5261
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. The single, fluted cupola, 15 metres broad x 12.5 metres high, sits atop a drum with geometric and epigraphic ornamentation on polychrome tiling. Two, spirally-decorated columns stand either side.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate

PMR-D5260
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. The single, fluted cupola, 15 metres broad x 12.5 metres high, sits atop a drum with geometric and epigraphic ornamentation on polychrome tiling.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate

PMR-D5259
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. The single, fluted cupola, 15 metres broad x 12.5 metres high, sits atop a drum with geometric and epigraphic ornamentation on polychrome tiling.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate

PMR-D5258
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. The sarcophogus on the right is that of Timur. The jade slab covering it was broken in two when it was temporarily abducted by Persian invaders.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate

PMR-D5257
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. The interior walls are covered with onyx slabs, with " stalactites" in the alcoves.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate

PMR-D5256
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum. Pattern of the dome.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate

PMR-D5255
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: Gur-i Amir, the mausoleum of Timur (Tamerlaine) who was buried here in 1405. It was later used as a family mausoleum.
Portrait of Amir Timur (137 1405) in the porch.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, majolica, faience, glazed, ornamentation, intricate

PMR-D5254
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: a fine statue of the seated Amir Temur (Tamerlaine) in the city centre, at the end of University Boulevard.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, monument, memorial, sculpture

PMR-D5253
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): the open graveyard at the top of the hill.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5252
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): beautiful turquoise tiled dome with bands of polychrome decoration below.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5251
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): view of the domes of the necropolis from the open graveyard at the top of the hill.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5250
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): pilgrims visiting the necropolis, and one of the arched crossings.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5249
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): facade and iwan of mausoleum of Shodi Mulk Oko, built 1372 in honour of Temur/Tamerlaine's sister Turkon oko and her daughter.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5248
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): mausoleum of Shirin Beka Oka, built by Timur/Tamerlaine for his sister who died in 1385. Details of wall decoration and "stalactites".
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5247
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): mausoleum of Shirin Beka Oka, built by Timur/Tamerlaine for his sister who died in 1385. Details of dome design.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5246
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): facade of mausoleum of Shirin Beka Oka, built by Timur/Tamerlaine for his sister who died in 1385.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5245
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): roof of mausoleum of Shodi Mulk Oko, built 1372 in honour of Temur/Tamerlaine's sister Turkon oko and her daughter.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5244
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): view of mausoleums looking north.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5243
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): facade and iwan of the Usto Ali Nesefi mausoleum (14th century), built by architect Ali from Nasaf, has unusual elegant geometric form. (detail)
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5242
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): facade and iwan of the Usto Ali Nesefi mausoleum (14th century), built by architect Ali from Nasaf, has unusual elegant geometric form. (detail)
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5241
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): facade and iwan of the Usto Ali Nesefi mausoleum (14th century), built by architect Ali from Nasaf, has unusual elegant geometric form.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5240
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): facade and iwan of the Khodja Ahmad mausoleum (14th century), has finest glazed terracotta work in the northern section.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5239
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): view of the "street of mausoleums" through an arch.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5238
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): Kusam ibn Abbas complex - intricate patterns on the walls of the mausoleum.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5237
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): Kusam ibn Abbas complex - domed roof of the mausoleum with chandelier.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5236
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): Kusam ibn Abbas complex - domed roof of the mausoleum with chandelier.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5235
Uzbekistan, Samarkand: the Shah-i-Zinda ("Living King") necropolis contains about 28 mausoleums and mosques, dating from 11th to 18th centuries, but most were built during the reign of Timur (Tamerlane): Kusam ibn Abbas complex - Koranic script in the mausoleum.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, tiles, faience, glazed, polychrome, ornamentation, decoration, arabesques

PMR-D5234
Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara, Maklikrabot: sparse remains of the former fortified caravanserai, which probably fell victim to Genghis Khan in the 14th century.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, aqueduct, canal, reservoir

PMR-D5233
Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara, Maklikrabot: Malik Sardoba, a 14th century water cistern fed by the River Serafschan to supply the former fortified caravanserai and Rabat Malik Palace.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, aqueduct, canal, reservoir

PMR-D5232
Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara, Maklikrabot: Malik Sardoba, a 14th century water cistern fed by the River Serafschan to supply the former fortified caravanserai and Rabat Malik Palace. View inside the cistern.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, aqueduct, canal, reservoir

PMR-D5231
Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara, Maklikrabot: Malik Sardoba, a 14th century water cistern fed by the River Serafschan to supply the former fortified caravanserai and Rabat Malik Palace.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, aqueduct, canal, reservoir

PMR-D5230
Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara, Maklikrabot: Malik Sardoba, a 14th century water cistern fed by the River Serafschan to supply the former fortified caravanserai and Rabat Malik Palace. The information kiosk is in the form of a traditionally-shaped blue-lacquered jug.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, aqueduct, canal, reservoir

PMR-D5229
Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara, Maklikrabot: monumental iwan records the site of the former fortified caravanserai, which probably fell victim to Genghis Khan in the 14th century.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, aqueduct, canal, reservoir

PMR-D5228
Uzbekistan, Province Bukhara: Uzbek cyclist with young son, cycling past one of the numerous cottonfields.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, cycle-trip

PMR-D5227
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: panorama view over Khiva from the watchtower of the Kohna Ark. Prominent are the green dome of the Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum and the Islam Khoja minaret and mosque.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5226
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: view of the fortified wall of Ichan Kala from the watch tower in the Kohna Ark, looking north.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, crenellation

PMR-D5225
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the Mukhamed Rakhim-kahn Medrasa, with the minaret of the Juma Mosque behind, seen from the watchtower of the Kohna Ark.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5224
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: view of the fortified wall of Ichan Kala from the watch tower in the Kohna Ark, looking south.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, crenellation

PMR-D5223
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: facade and iwan of Kutlug Murad Inak madrasa, also known as Alla-Kuli Kahn madrasa (mid 19th century), which was once one of the biggest schools in Khiva.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5222
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: a defence turret on the fortified wall of the Kohna Ark.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5221
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the Eastern Gate (Polvon Darvoza - Stronman's Gate) to Ichan Kala, the old town.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5220
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the "winter" courtyard in the Tosh Khauni (Kohna Ark), where the Amir had his yurt on the raised stone platform, with gallery and large panels of ornate blue tiles.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5219
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: colourful decorated roof adjoining a courtyard in the Tosh Khauni ( Kohna Ark).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5218
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: corner of the "winter" courtyard of the Tosh Khauni (Kohna Ark), where the Amir had his yurt, with gallery and large panels of ornate blue tiles.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5217
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: a corner of a courtyard in the Tosh Khauni (Kohna Ark), with gallery and panels of ornate blue tiled decoration.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5216
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: gallery in the central courtyard of the Tosh Khauni (Kohna Ark), from where the Amir would watch special presentations.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5215
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the Amir's sumptuous bedroom in the Tosh Khauli (Kohna Ark).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5214
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: one of the large courtyards in the Tosh Khauli (Kohna Ark) where the Amir would watch special presentations.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5213
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: interior of the Juma Mosque (Friday Mosque) with its 203 wooden pillars, some of them dating back to the 10th century. The central garden, open to the elements, with two of the original wooden pillars.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5212
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: interior of the Juma Mosque (Friday Mosque) with its 203 wooden pillars, some of them dating back to the 10th century.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5211
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: dome of the Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum with graves of dignitaries in the foreground, in the.Itchan Kala (inner town).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5210
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: ornate blue tiled niche in the Kohna Ark.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5209
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: museum attendant in the Kohna Ark, posing with one of the exhibits.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5208
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: a group of young Uzbek children in the Kohna Ark, posing for a photograph.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5207
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: entry gate to the Kohna Ark with twin green-domed towers.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5206
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: ancient carved wooden door leading onto the courtyard in the Kohna Ark.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5205
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: intricate decoration with arabesques in turquoise-blue on the wall of the reception hall of the mosque in the Kohna Ark.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5204
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: colourful roof of the reception hall of the mosque in the Kohna Ark.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5203
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: traditional Uzbek puppets on a souvenir stall.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5202
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: colourful plan of the city on tiles.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5201
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: teenage Uzbek girls being photographed by a friend.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5200
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: diagram of "The Silk Road Project" by the authorities.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5199
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: typical housing in a residential quarter of the Ichan Kala.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5198
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: typical modern housing in the Ichan Kala.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5197
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: Muslim graves perched on the outside of the city walls due to lack of space. Natural gas pipeline in the foreground.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5196
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: gate in the Ichan Kala.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5195
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: Muslim graves within the city walls.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5194
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: Islam Khoja madrasa, built 1908-10 stands in the Ark and now houses the Museum of Applied Arts.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5193
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the colourful Islam Khoja minaret stands 44.6 metres high. It was completed in 1908.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5192
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the colourful Islam Khoja minaret stands 44.6 metres high. It was completed in 1908.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5191
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: street near the Ark in Ichan Kala.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5190
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: streets in Ichan Kala.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5189
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: streets in Ichan Kala.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5188
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: gateway in Ichan Kala.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5187
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: view through Northern Gate (Buhoro Darvoza - Bukhara Gate), with its twin green tiled domes.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5186
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the mighty, fortified city wall and bastions of the Ichan Kala.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, defence, castellations, crenelations

PMR-D5185
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the mighty, fortified city wall and bastions of the Ichan Kala.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, defence, castellations, crenelations

PMR-D5184
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: local transport is provided by trolley buses.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, ecology, electric

PMR-D5183
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: an old minaret in Ichan Kala, with the Kalta Minar in the background.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5182
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the colourful Kalta Minar or "Short Minaret" was planned to be 79.5 metres high, but only reached 29.4 metres before it was abandoned in 1852. It belongs to the adjacent Mohammed Amin Khan medrasa.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5181
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the mighty, fortified city wall and bastions of the Ichan Kala.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, defence, castellations, crenelations

PMR-D5180
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the Western Gate (Ota-Darvoza - Father's Gate), with its twin towers, has been recently renovated, like much of the town.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5179
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: Muhammad Ibn Muso Al Xorazmiy 783-850 AD, mathematician and astronomer, to whom we owe the terms algebra and algorithm. He was probably a native of Khiva.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, monument, statue, memorial

PMR-D5178
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: the green dome of the Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum and the colourful, 45-metre-high Islam Khoja minaret, built in 1908, in the.Itchan Kala (inner town).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5177
Uzbekistan, Province Khorezm, Khiva, a walled, desert city founded about the beginning of the millennium: souvenir stall in the old quarter. Bags with traditional designs are sought after.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, trade, selling

PMR-D5176
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: standard pattern housing lines the roads in large numbers.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, dwellings, homes

PMR-D5175
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: the Nodir Divan Begi Khanaka (a lodging house for itinerant Suffs), built in 1620, on the west side of the Lab-i Hauz pool.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5174
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: reflections of the Nodir Divan Begi Khanaka (1620) in the Lab-i Hauz pool, early morning.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5173
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: entrance to a small bazaar near the Lab-i Hauz pool.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5172
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Modarixon madrasa, otherwise known as Modari Khan madrasa, was built in 1567 AD.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5171
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Ismail Samani Mausoleum, built between 892 and 943, is one of the finest examples of Persian architecture to have survived from the Samanid dynasty.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5170
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Ismail Samani Mausoleum, built between 892 and 943, is one of the finest examples of Persian architecture to have survived from the Samanid dynasty.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5169
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, birds, ornithology, starlings

PMR-D5168
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: memorial complex of Imam Al-Bukhari.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5167
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Chashma Ayub Mausoleum, built during the reign of Timur in the 14th century on the site of a spring allegedly created by the biblical character Job.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5166
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: west gate of the Ark, the fortified residence of the emir, leading to the Registan, or main square.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5165
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: the mighty defensive walls of the Ark, the fortified residence of the emir.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5164
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: a carpet shop displaying its wares, with the Kalyan Minaret in the background.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5163
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: the magnificent blue tiled dome of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, with bands of polychrome, patterned tiling and scripts from the Koran, dating from 1514.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5162
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Kalyan Minaret, built in 1127, is the centrepiece of the Po-i-Kalyan complex, 45.6 metres high, and decorated with 14 bands of floral and geometric patterns. Also known as "the Tower of Death" since criminals were executed by being pushed from the top.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, Kalan , Kaylon, UNESCO

PMR-D5161
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: ornate polychrome-tiled Mihrab alcove of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, completed in 1514.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5160
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the madrasa in the courtyard of Po-i-Kalyan Mosque complex, with flanking blue tiled domes of the Mir-i-Arab madrasa behind.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5159
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Kalyan Minaret, built in 1127, is the centrepiece of the Po-i-Kalyan complex, 45.6 metres high, and decorated with 14 bands of floral and geometric patterns. Also known as "the Tower of Death" since criminals were executed by being pushed from the top.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, Kalan , Kaylon, UNESCO

PMR-D5158
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the madrasa in the courtyard of Po-i-Kalyan Mosque complex, with the Kalyan Tower adjacent.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5157
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the Mir-i Arab medrasa in the Po-i-Kalyan complex with its flanking blue tiled domes. Construction is credited to Sheikh Abdullah Yamani of Yemen in 1535-6.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5156
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: multiple domes of the Telpaq Furushon bazaar.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5155
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: the Lab-i Hauz pool, one of the few remaining in Bukhara, surrounded by bars and restaurants, is the centre of evening activities.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5154
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: the Nodir Divan-Begi madrasa, built in 1622, on the east side of the Lab-i Hauz pool.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

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

PMR-D5152
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: bronze statue of Nasruddin Hodja on his mule in front of the Nodir Divan-Begi madrasa.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5151
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: the Lab-i Hauz pool, one of the few remaining in Bukhara, surrounded by bars and restaurants, is the centre of evening activities.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5150
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: multiple domes of the Telpaq Furushon bazaar.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5149
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: traditional metalwork products of the region, made by hand: scissors, daggers and bronze vases.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, artisans, knives, bazaar, selling, display

PMR-D5148
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: entrance to the Telpaq Furushon bazaar, with its multiple small domes, grouped around the large central dome.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5147
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, completed in 1514 and surmounted by a large blue tiled dome. View through archway on the opposite side of the courtyard.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5146
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, completed in 1514 and surmounted by a large blue tiled dome. In the courtyard stands the ablutions kiosk.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5145
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: upper part of the facade and iwan of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, completed in 1514 and surmounted by a large blue tiled dome, photographed through an arch on the opposite side of the courtyard.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5144
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan on the east side of the courtyard of Po-i-Kalyan Mosque.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5143
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: facade and iwan of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, completed in 1514 and surmounted by a large blue tiled dome. In the courtyard stands the ablutions kiosk.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5142
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: courtyard of the Po-i-Kalyan Mosque, completed in 1514 and surmounted by a large blue tiled dome.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5141
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Kalyan Minaret, built in 1127, is the centrepiece of the Po-i-Kalyan complex, 45.6 metres high, and decorated with 14 bands of floral and geometric patterns. Also known as "the Tower of Death" since criminals were executed by being pushed from the top.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, Kalan , Kaylon, UNESCO

PMR-D5140
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Kalyan Mosque, facade and iwan of the Main Entrance Pishtaq. from the main courtyard.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5139
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Kalyan Minaret, built in 1127, is the centrepiece of the Po-i-Kalyan complex, 45.6 metres high, and decorated with 14 bands of floral and geometric patterns. Also known as "the Tower of Death" since criminals were executed by being pushed from the top.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, Kalan , Kaylon, UNESCO

PMR-D5138
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: dignitaries with costumed youngsters preparing to take part in a ceremony in front of the Ark
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, resplendent

PMR-D5137
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: dignitaries preparing to take part in a ceremony in front of the Ark
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, resplendent

PMR-D5136
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: costumed youngsters preparing to take part in a ceremony in front of the Ark
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO, resplendent

PMR-D5135
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: west gate of the Ark, the fortified residence of the emir, leading to the Registan, or main square.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5134
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: west gate of the Ark, the fortified residence of the emir, leading to the Registan, or main square.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5133
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: detail of the capitals of the carved wooden columns and the ornamentation on the facade of the Bolo Hauz Mosque, built in 1712. The wooden columns were added in 1917.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5132
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Bolo Hauz Mosque, built in 1712. The carved wooden columns were added in 1917.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5131
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Bolo Hauz (pool) and Bolo Hauz Mosque, built in 1712. The carved wooden columns were added in 1917.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam, UNESCO

PMR-D5130
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Ismail Samani Mausoleum, built between 892 and 943, is one of the finest examples of Persian architecture to have survived from the Samanid dynasty.
Details of the interior dome-supporting architecture.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5129
Uzbekistan, Bukhara: Ismail Samani Mausoleum, built between 892 and 943, is one of the finest examples of Persian architecture to have survived from the Samanid dynasty.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Muslim, colourful, artistic, Sunni Islam

PMR-D5128
Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: all that remains of an ancient settlement is the circular protective wall.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, relict

PMR-D5127
Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: the hollow trunk of a plane tree 950 years old under government protection has been used as a school during the October Revolution, as a village administration office, as a library for a cavalry regiment and latterly as a village shop. The present caretaker is an Uzbek woman with a drinks and souvenirs stall.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, curiosity, attraction, wonder

PMR-D5126
Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: the hollow trunk of a plane tree 950 years old under government protection has been used as a school during the October Revolution, as a village administration office, as a library for a cavalry regiment and latterly as a village shop.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, curiosity, attraction

PMR-D5125
Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: landscape en route to Termiz - sandstone mountain ranges and red earth with a sparse covering of vegetation. Along this route passed Alexander the Great with his armies, over 2000 years ago.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, geology, topography, scenic, desolate

PMR-D5124
Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: landscape en route to Termiz - sandstone mountain ranges and red earth with a sparse covering of vegetation. A small settlement in the lee of a rocky sandstone outcrop.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, geology, topography, scenic, desolate

PMR-D5123
Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: landscape en route to Termiz - sandstone mountain ranges and red earth with a sparse covering of vegetation. A herd of goats makes its way along the river valley.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, geology, topography, scenic, desolate, livestock

PMR-D5122
Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: landscape en route to Termiz - sandstone mountain ranges and red earth with a sparse covering of vegetation.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, culture, heritage, geology, topography, scenic, desolate

PMR-D5121
Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: roadside monument with alloy mast, to international friendship.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage

PMR-D5120
Uzbekistan, Surkhandarya Province: roadside monument with alloy mast, to international friendship.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage

PMR-D5119
Tajikistan: women harvesting onions in a field approaching the Uzbekistan border.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, agriculture, workers, picturesque

PMR-D5118
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: statue of Abuali Ibri Sina, Persian polymath, known in the west as Avicenna, on a traffic island on Avenue Somoni near the National Medical Centre.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, monument

PMR-D5117
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: State Circus Rotunda.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5116
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: statue in the public gardens, with fountains.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5115
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: public gardens with fountain and monument.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5114
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: flowers of the Persian Silk Tree or Pink Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin), a common indiginous tree of the region.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, botany, flowers, colourful

PMR-D5113
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: State Theatre of the Drama Academy of Abulqosim Lohuti, on Rudaki Avenue.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5112
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Rudaki Avenue, the tree-lined main thoroughfare of the city.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5111
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: a pair of Laughing, or Palm Doves (Streptopelia senegalensis).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, birds, ornithology, pigeons

PMR-D5110
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: main entrance to the Botanical Gardens, in traditional Uzbek style.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5109
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Persian Silk Tree or Pink Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin), a common indiginous tree of the region.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, botany, flowers, colourful

PMR-D5108
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: main entrance to the Botanical Gardens, in traditional Uzbek style, with a bed of Cannas in the foreground.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5107
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, birds, ornithology, starlings

PMR-D5106
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: a fine display of Yuccas in the Botanical Gardens.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, horticulture, flowers, blooms, plants

PMR-D5105
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: part of the "Green Bazaar" , selling fruit and vegetables.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5104
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: part of the "Green Bazaar" , selling fruit and vegetables.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5103
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant, spacious

PMR-D5102
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital.
Terrace overlooking the main road.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant, spacious

PMR-D5101
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant, spacious

PMR-D5100
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant

PMR-D5099
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant

PMR-D5098
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital.
Part of the colourful, carved wood ceiling.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant

PMR-D5097
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital.
Part of the colourful, carved wood ceiling.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant

PMR-D5096
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Teahouse Rochat/Rohat/Roxat on Rudaki Avenue, was built in the soviet era (1958) and was decorated in traditional style by Uzbek masters. The largest and best-known teahouse in the capital.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, restaurant

PMR-D5095
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: colonial-style mansion belonging to Teahouse Rochat.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5094
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Finance Department of the Republic of Tajikistan.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, ministry, treasury

PMR-D5093
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Opera and Ballet Theatre, built in 1946 in typical USSR style. Quotations from the president flank the facade.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, music, drama, stage

PMR-D5092
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Ferdowski National Library Building, founded in 1933 is now occupied by the Accounts Chamber of the Republic of Tajikistan, the state auditor.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5091
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: twin office towers, which are the highest in the city.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5090
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: Parliament Building.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5089
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: the handsome gateway and entrance to Rudaki Park.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5088
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: monument to Abu 'Abd Allah Ja'far ibn Muhammad al- Rudaki, better known as "Rudaki", a Persian poet who lived from 858 to 941 AD and is regarded as the initiator of classical Persian poetry. He was blind in his later years. His statue replaced that of Lenin in 2007.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, literature, poems

PMR-D5087
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: the "Palace of Nations", palace of the president, Emomali Rahmon, from Rudaki Park.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5086
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: monument to Abu 'Abd Allah Ja'far ibn Muhammad al- Rudaki, better known as "Rudaki", a Persian poet who lived from 858 to 941 AD and is regarded as the initiator of classical Persian poetry. He was blind in his later years. His statue replaced that of Lenin in 2007.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, literature, poems

PMR-D5085
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: monument to Abu 'Abd Allah Ja'far ibn Muhammad al- Rudaki, better known as "Rudaki", a Persian poet who lived from 858 to 941 AD and is regarded as the initiator of classical Persian poetry. He was blind in his later years. His statue replaced that of Lenin in 2007.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, literature, poems

PMR-D5084
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: monument to Abu 'Abd Allah Ja'far ibn Muhammad al- Rudaki, better known as "Rudaki", a Persian poet who lived from 858 to 941 AD and is regarded as the initiator of classical Persian poetry. He was blind in his later years. His statue replaced that of Lenin in 2007.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene, literature, poems

PMR-D5083
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: the state emblem, on the Gerb Monument in Rudaki Park.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5082
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: the Gerb Monument in Rudaki Park bearing the state emblem.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5081
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: the Gerb Monument in Rudaki Park bearing the state emblem.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5080
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: monument of Amir Ismail Somoni in Rudaki Park which was erected in 1999. The currency (somoni) takes its name from him.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5079
Tajikistan, Dushanbe, capital city: monument of Amir Ismail Somoni in Rudaki Park which was erected in 1999. The currency (somoni) takes its name from him.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, street scene

PMR-D5078
Tajikistan, Sughd Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe..
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D5077
Tajikistan, Sughd Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe.. Approaching the Anzob Pass (3337 metres) in the Zarafshan Range which divides north and south Tajikistan. One of the most treacherous mountain passes of Central Asia.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D5076
Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe..
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D5075
Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe..
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D5074
Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe..
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D5073
Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe..
Approaching the Shakhristan Pass.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D5072
Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe..
Approaching the Shakhristan Pass.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D5071
Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe..
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D5070
Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe..
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D5069
Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe..
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D5068
Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: yellow alpine poppy.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, botany, wild-flowers, plant, bloom, colourful, spring, nature

PMR-D5067
Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: spectacular scenery from the Pamir Highway, threading its way via innumerable tunnels through the Pamir Mountains to Dushanbe..
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, geology, topography, landscape, barren, rocky, desolate, scenic, picturesque

PMR-D5065
Tajikistan, Gorno-Badakhshan Province: roadside stallholder and pretty daughter selling "Kuruth", traditional dried/smoked goat's cheese balls.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, trader, local delicacies, snacks

PMR-D5064
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): fruit and vegetable market in Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, traditional, buying, selling, trade, bustle, crowds, costumes

PMR-D5063
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): ploughing a field, old style, with horse and wooden plough. Seen from the road between Sary-Tash and Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, agriculture, traditional, crops, fertile, valley, fallow, peasant

PMR-D5062
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): Kyrgyz flag.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, nation, symbol

PMR-D5061
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): Kyrgyz children at the roadside on the way to Osh from Sary-Tash.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, schoolboys

PMR-D5060
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): young foals being driven along the road by a young Kyrgyz herdsman between Sary-Tash and Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, livestock, equestrian

PMR-D5059
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): a herd of horses with foals being driven along the road by a young Kyrgyz herdsman between Sary-Tash and Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, livestock, equestrian

PMR-D5058
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): a herd of horses with foals being driven along the road by a young Kyrgyz herdsman between Sary-Tash and Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, livestock, equestrian

PMR-D5057
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): Kyrgyz children at the roadside on the way to Osh from Sary-Tash.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, schoolboys

PMR-D5056
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): a young Kyrgyz watches from horseback on the road between Sary-Tash and Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside, boy, equestrian, youth

PMR-D5055
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): yellow alpine poppy.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, botany, plants, colourful, spring, wild-flowers, nature, bloom

PMR-D5054
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): striking scenery in the sandstone hills between Sary-Tash and Osh, with snow capped mountains in the distance.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside

PMR-D5053
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): striking scenery in the multicoloured sandstone hills between Sary-Tash and Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside

PMR-D5052
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): striking scenery in the sandstone hills between Sary-Tash and Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside

PMR-D5051
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): striking scenery in the sandstone hills between Sary-Tash and Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside

PMR-D5050
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): striking scenery in the sandstone hills between Sary-Tash and Osh, with snow-capped mountains in the distance.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside

PMR-D5049
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): striking scenery in the sandstone hills between Sary-Tash and Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant, valleys, unspoilt, nature, countryside

PMR-D5048
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), rich pasture land at the foot of red sandstone cliffs between Sary-Tash and Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, verdant

PMR-D5047
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), modern Kyrgyz family with caravan instead of yurt in the "Jailoo" (lower mountain pasture) for the summer, between Sary-Tash and Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, livestock , herdsman, valley, stream

PMR-D5046
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): walking along a green valley on the way from Sary-Tash to Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, stream, brook, fertile, pasture

PMR-D5044
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), assembling a yurt, in the "Jailoo" (lower mountain pasture) for the summer, on the road from Sary-Tash to Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, tent, livestock , herdsman, construction

PMR-D5043
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), assembling a yurt, in the "Jailoo" (lower mountain pasture) for the summer, on the road from Sary-Tash to Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, tent, livestock , herdsman, construction

PMR-D5042
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), yurts, established in the "Jailoo" (lower mountain pasture) for the summer, on the road from Sary-Tash to Osh.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, tent, livestock , herdsman

PMR-D5041
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), a pass summit on the road from Sary-Tash to Osh, through theTien Shan Mountains.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, monument

PMR-D5040
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), the road from Sary-Tash to Osh, through theTian Shan Mountains, is a feat of engineering.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, hairpin-bend, zig-zag, serpentine

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

PMR-D5038
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses

PMR-D5037
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. A group of sheep enjoying the sun's warmth.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, livestock

PMR-D5036
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. Free-roaming horses with foals.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, livestock

PMR-D5035
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. Free-roaming horses with foals.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, livestock

PMR-D5034
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses

PMR-D5033
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses

PMR-D5032
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses

PMR-D5031
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: a lonely young lamb.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses, livestock

PMR-D5030
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: view of the snow covered Pamir range, rising to over 7000 metres.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses

PMR-D5029
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: view of the snow covered Pamir range, rising to over 7000 metres.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses

PMR-D5028
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: view of the snow covered Pamir range, rising to over 7000 metres.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses

PMR-D5027
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: view of the snow covered Pamir range, rising to over 7000 metres.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses

PMR-D5026
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province), Sary-Tash: this village lies at an altitude of 3200 metres and is surrounded by high mountains. The villagers live from horse and sheep breeding.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, farmhouses

PMR-D5025
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): some of the snow covered peaks of the Pamir Mountains, reaching 7000+ metres.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains

PMR-D5024
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): desolate plain at over 3000 metres altitude with a view of the snow capped Pamir Mountains, some peaks reaching 7000 metres and more.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains, desolate

PMR-D5023
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, descending from the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains

PMR-D5022
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, descending from the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains

PMR-D5021
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, descending from the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres). Confluence of two rivers, one with muddy, red water, and the other with clear, turquoise water.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains

PMR-D5020
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, descending from the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres). Confluence of two rivers, one with muddy, red water, and the other with clear, turquoise water.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains

PMR-D5019
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, descending from the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres). Confluence of two rivers, one with muddy, red water, and the other with clear, turquoise water.
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains

PMR-D5018
Kyrgyzstan, Osh Oblast (Province): spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, descending from the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres).
Keywords: Asian, Silk Road, scenic, geology, topography, landscape , picturesque, mountains

PMR-D5017
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D5016
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D5015
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D5014
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D5013
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D5012
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D5011
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D5010
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D5009
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D5008
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: spectacular, colouful scenery in the Tian Shan Mountains, approaching the Irkeshtam Pass (3450 metres) into Kyrgyzstan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D5007
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: rows of shops in the spacious bazaar.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D5006
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street vendor of shish kebab.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D5005
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: entrance to the large bazaar.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

$PMR-D5004 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a mosque in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe$

PMR-D5003
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: Uighur women with child, in a street of Old Kashgar.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe

$PMR-D5002 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: courtyard of a house in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe$

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

$PMR-D5000 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe$

PMR-D4999
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: an Uighur woman with young child in Old Kashgar.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe

$PMR-D4998 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe$

$PMR-D4997 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe$

$PMR-D4996 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe$

$PMR-D4995 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe$

$PMR-D4994 People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a street in Old Kashgar, which has shrunk to a fraction of its previous size due to new development by the authorities. Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, adobe$

PMR-D4993
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: an antiques shop in Old Kashgar, with proprietor.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4992
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: an antiques shop in Old Kashgar.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4991
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital: the Abakh Hoja Mausoleum, one of China's most important Islamic shrines, was built ca. 1640 as the tomb of Muhammad Yusuf, but also used my his more famous son, Abakh Hoja plus 72 later family members. Interior, with the coffin of Iparhan, the "Fragrant Concubine".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, Muslim, Islam, architecture, minarets, glazed-tiles

PMR-D4990
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital: the Abakh Hoja Mausoleum, one of China's most important Islamic shrines, was built ca. 1640 as the tomb of Muhammad Yusuf, but also used my his more famous son, Abakh Hoja plus 72 later family members. Interior, with coffins covered with silk drapes.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, Muslim, Islam, architecture, minarets, glazed-tiles

PMR-D4989
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the Abakh Hoja Mausoleum, one of China's most important Islamic shrines, was built ca. 1640 as the tomb of Muhammad Yusuf, but also used by his more famous son, Abakh Hoja plus 72 later family members.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, Muslim, Islam, architecture, minarets, glazed-tiles

PMR-D4988
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the Abakh Hoja Mausoleum, one of China's most important Islamic shrines, was built ca. 1640 as the tomb of Muhammad Yusuf, but also used my his more famous son, Abakh Hoja plus 72 later family members.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, Muslim, Islam, architecture, minarets, glazed-tiles

PMR-D4987
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the Abakh Hoja Mausoleum, one of China's most important Islamic shrines, was built ca. 1640 as the tomb of Muhammad Yusuf, but also used my his more famous son, Abakh Hoja plus 72 later family members.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, Muslim, Islam, architecture, minarets, glazed-tiles

PMR-D4986
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the minaret of the mosque, near to the Abakh Hoja Mausoleum, is richly decorated with floral and geometric patterns.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4985
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the 18-metres-high statue of Mao Zedong, one of the few remaining in China., stands in People's Place.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, monument, Mao tse Tung, Communism

PMR-D4984
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: red flowers dominate People's Park with its traditional foot bridges.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4983
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: red flowers dominate People's Park, where the statue of Mao Zedong still stands.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, monument

PMR-D4982
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: red flowers dominate People's Park, where the statue of Mao Zedong still stands.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4981
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the fashionable centre of the city, with the Sultan Hotel.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4980
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the fashionable centre of the city, with the Sultan Hotel. A bubble car parked in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4979
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: mosque, adjoining the main square.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4978
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: view of the spacious main square with the Id Kah mosque on the far side and Wustanbowie (Millennium Old Street) behind, where numerous shops selling local handicrafts are to be found.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4977
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: the most popular mode of transport is (electric) scooter or moped.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4976
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a modern shopping centre adjoining the main square.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, architecture

PMR-D4975
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: a camel waiting for custom in the main square.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

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

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

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

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

PMR-D4970
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: bronze representation of a camel train on the ancient "Silk Road" in the main square.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, sculpture

PMR-D4969
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: bronze representation of a camel train on the ancient "Silk Road" in the main square. The Id Kah mosque in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan, sculpture

PMR-D4968
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Uighur capital, centre of regional trade and culture for two millennia: Id Kah mosque, dating back to 1442 but frequently renovated, can accommodate 20,000 worshippers. The spiritual centre of the muslim Uighars.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, picturesque, Uighur, oasis-city, ancient, heritage, historic, tradition, cosmopolitan

PMR-D4967
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, a glimpse of the original "Silk Road" from the new highway.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography

PMR-D4966
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, a glimpse of the original "Silk Road" from the new highway.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography

PMR-D4965
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. View of the striking, turquoise-blue Little Karakul Lake.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D4964
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Colourfully dressed Kirgiz women selling souvenirs in front of their yurt.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D4963
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Colourfully dressed Kirgiz women selling souvenirs in front of their yurt.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D4962
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Cooling off, with a backdrop of snow-covered mountains.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D4961
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Snow-capped mountains reflected in the lake.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D4960
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Grazing sheep, with snow-capped Muztagh Ata (7546 metres) in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4959
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Grazing sheep, with a group of Kirgiz yurts and snow-capped Muztagh Ata (7546 metres) in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4958
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Grazing sheep, with a group of Kirgiz yurts and snow-capped Muztagh Ata (7546 metres) in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4957
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: Karakul Lake lies at a height of 3600 metres near the junction of the Pamir, Tian Shan and Kunlun mountain ranges. Souvenir stalls near the carpark.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4956
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: colourful rocks and snow-capped mountains combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D4955
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4954
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4953
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D4952
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive

PMR-D4951
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4950
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4949
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4948
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4947
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4946
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4945
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4944
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4943
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4942
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Karakoram Highway, Ghez River Canyon: colourful rocks and verdant vegetation combine to provide unforgettable scenery on the approach to the Pamir Mountains, the "roof of the world".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, scenic, landscape, topography, geography, picturesque, impressive, spectacular

PMR-D4941
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Upal on the Karakoram Highway: Monday market.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, trading, commerce, Uighur, colourful, bustle, farming, hardware, ironmongery

PMR-D4940
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Sunday Market: a youngster surveys the market from his bicycle-mounted seat.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, livestock, trading, commerce, Uighur, colourful, bustle, farming, child

PMR-D4939
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Sunday Market: locally made hay forks for sale.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, livestock, trading, commerce, Uighur, colourful, bustle, farming

PMR-D4938
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Sunday Market: an Uighur woman takes her purchases home.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, livestock, trading, commerce, Uighur, colourful, bustle, farming, costume, clothes

PMR-D4937
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Sunday Market: buying vegetables from an Uighur trader.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, livestock, trading, commerce, Uighur, colourful, bustle, farming

PMR-D4936
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Sunday Market: an Uighur woman in bright red embroidered dress.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, livestock, trading, commerce, Uighur, colourful, bustle, farming, costume, clothes

PMR-D4935
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Sunday Market: the butcher's stall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, livestock, trading, commerce, Uighur, colourful, bustle, farming

PMR-D4934
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Sunday Market: an Uighur man with typical headgear.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, livestock, trading, commerce, Uighur, colourful, bustle, farming

PMR-D4933
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Sunday Market: a truckload of fat-tail sheep leaving for home.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, livestock, trading, commerce, Uighur, colourful, bustle, farming

PMR-D4932
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Sunday Market: two Uighur women wearing typical brightly-coloured dresses.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, livestock, trading, commerce, Uighur, colourful, bustle, farming

PMR-D4931
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kashgar, the Sunday Market: an Uighur with typical headgear.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, livestock, trading, commerce, Uighur, colourful, bustle, farming

PMR-D4930
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: rugged, colourful scenery on the road from Kuqa to Aksu, on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert. Railway viaduct in the distance.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, rock-formations, landscape, scenery, craggy, rocky

PMR-D4929
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: rugged, colourful scenery on the road from Kuqa to Aksu, on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, rock-formations, landscape, scenery, craggy, rocky

PMR-D4928
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: rugged, barren scenery on the road from Kuqa to Aksu, on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, rock-formations, landscape, scenery, craggy, rocky

PMR-D4927
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: rugged, colourful scenery on the road from Kuqa to Aksu, on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, where the railway enters a tunnel on a viaduct.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, rock-formations, landscape, scenery, craggy, rocky

PMR-D4926
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: rugged, barren scenery on the road from Kuqa to Aksu, on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, rock-formations, landscape, scenery, craggy, rocky

PMR-D4925
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: rugged, barren scenery on the road from Kuqa to Aksu, on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, rock-formations, landscape, scenery, craggy, rocky

PMR-D4924
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: rugged, barren scenery on the road from Kuqa to Aksu, on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, rock-formations, landscape, scenery, craggy, rocky, colourful, picturesque

PMR-D4923
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: rugged, barren scenery on the road from Kuqa to Aksu, on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, geology, rock-formations, landscape, scenery, craggy, rocky

PMR-D4922
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: striking sandstone gorge to the west of Kuqa.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, culture, heritage, geology, landscape, scenery, rock-formations, erosion

PMR-D4921
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: striking sandstone gorge to the west of Kuqa.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, culture, heritage, geology, landscape, scenery, rock-formations, erosion

PMR-D4920
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: striking sandstone gorge to the west of Kuqa.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, culture, heritage, geology, landscape, scenery, rock-formations, erosion

PMR-D4919
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: Uighur shops.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, culture, heritage, architecture, tradition

PMR-D4918
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: Uighur shop selling traditional food.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, culture, heritage

PMR-D4917
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: entrance to a typical Uighur house. These are being progressively demolished by the authorities and replaced with "modern" housing.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, culture, heritage, architecture, tradition

PMR-D4916
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: courtyard of a typical Uighur house.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, culture, heritage, architecture, tradition

PMR-D4915
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: entrance to a typical Uighur house.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, culture, heritage, architecture, tradition

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D4907
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: Caper bush (Capparis spinosa) in flower in Subashi ruins. The berries and buds are pickled and used as a seasoning in cookery.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, botany, biology, plants

PMR-D4906
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Kuqa: Subashi Buddhist ruins, the site of an active Buddhist community from the 3rd century until destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in the 13th century. UNESCO World Heritage site.
Inscribed stone marking the entrance to the site.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, UNESCO

PMR-D4905
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: on the edge of the colourful Qoltag Mountains to the west of Turpan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, Turfan, geology, landscape, scenery

PMR-D4904
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: the colourful Qoltag Mountains to the west of Turpan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, Turfan, geology, landscape, scenery

PMR-D4903
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province: the colourful Qoltag Mountains to the west of Turpan.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, Turfan, geology, landscape, scenery

PMR-D4902
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: modern shopping centre, built in traditional Uighur style.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, culture, heritage, architecture, Turfan

PMR-D4901
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: typical house in the city, in the Uighur style, with a ventilated room on the roof for drying grapes.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, culture, heritage, architecture, Turfan, raisins, sultanas

PMR-D4900
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. Southern Buddhist Temple, a cave-temple, is an imposing earthen mound, 20 metres long.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

PMR-D4899
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. Southern Buddhist Temple, a cave-temple, is an imposing earthen mound, 20 metres long.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

PMR-D4898
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: group of Chinese mannequins in Jiaohe ruined city for a photography session.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, Turfan, fashion, model, colourful, mode, clothes

PMR-D4897
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: group of Chinese mannequins in Jiaohe ruined city for a photography session.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, Turfan, fashion, model, colourful, mode, clothes

PMR-D4896
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. Northwest Buddhist Temple, built in the 5th century and restored during the 9th-10th centuries.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D4886
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. The population was ca. 7000 in the Tang dynasty. Bust of a successful general.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan, statue, soldier

PMR-D4885
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Jiaohe ruined city stands on a high plateau between two deep river valleys. It was capital of Jushi kingdom from 108 BC to 450 AD, later destroyed by the forces of Genghis Khan in 13th century. The population was ca. 7000 in the Tang dynasty. The Disney-style facade of the entry hall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Turfan

PMR-D4884
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: the Emin minaret adjoins the Uyghur mosque in Turpan. Built in 1777 , it is 44 metres high, the highest minaret in China. The geometrical and floral patterns on the sun-dried bricks are typical Uighur work.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, tower, Turfan

PMR-D4883
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: the Emin minaret adjoins the Uyghur mosque in Turpan. Built in 1777 , it is 44 metres high, the highest minaret in China. The geometrical and floral patterns on the sun-dried bricks are typical Uyghur work.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, tower, Turfan

PMR-D4882
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: the "Karez" irrigation system consists of a series of underground canals, 60-70 cm wide, connected to the surface by wells. At its peak there were 5272 km. of canals, with 177,367 wells in Xinjiang. Part of the system still in operation, protected by an armoured glass sheet.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, water-conservation, Turfan, aqueduct

PMR-D4881
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: the "Karez" irrigation system consists of a series of underground canals, 60-70 cm wide, connected to the surface by wells. At its peak there were 5272 km. of canals, with 177,367 wells in Xinjiang. A cut-away model of a canal in the museum.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, water-conservation, Turfan, aqueduct

PMR-D4880
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: the "Karez" irrigation system consists of a series of underground canals, 60-70 cm wide, connected to the surface by wells. At its peak there were 5272 km. of canals, with 177,367 wells in Xinjiang. A plaque in the museum illustrating the initiation of the system.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, water-conservation, Turfan, aqueduct

PMR-D4879
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: the "Karez" irrigation system consists of a series of underground canals, 60-70 cm wide, connected to the surface by wells. At its peak there were 5272 km. of canals, with 177,367 wells in Xinjiang. Here, in a museum, a model demonstrates how to descend to the water.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, water-conservation, Turfan, aqueduct

PMR-D4878
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan:
Traditional Chinese anthropomorphic figures at the Astana Cemetery, where graves in underground chambers, with well-preserved frescos, date back to 4th to 8th centuries AD. The cemetery belonged to Gaochang city.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture

PMR-D4877
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan:
Allegorical figures on a high pedestal, at the Astana Cemetery, where graves in underground chambers, with well-preserved frescos, date back to 4th to 8th centuries AD. The cemetery belonged to Gaochang city.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture

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

PMR-D4875
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
Statue of Buddhist monk Xuanzang, who visited in 602-4 AD, whilst walking to India.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, monument

PMR-D4874
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
Electric bus for visitors, with city walls in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

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

PMR-D4872
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
Reconstructed Buddhist stupa. The alcoves probably contained figures of Buddha.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

PMR-D4871
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
"Main storage building".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

PMR-D4870
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
Interior of "main storage building" showing transmission of square base to circular tower.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

PMR-D4869
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
Part of the city wall, with modern buttresses.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

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

PMR-D4867
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
Remains of the inner city wall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

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

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

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

PMR-D4863
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
Pagoda-like structure.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

PMR-D4862
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
Part of the mighty city walls.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

PMR-D4861
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
Partially reconstructed building adjoining the pagoda-like structure.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered

PMR-D4860
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Gaochang ruined city (Uighur name: Qocho), an oasis city on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, dating back to 1st century BC, destroyed and abandoned in 14th century AD.
Statue of Buddhist monk Xuanzang, who visited in 602-4 AD, whilst walking to India.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, monument

PMR-D4859C
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Bezeklik Caves, in the valley of the Flaming Mountains, on the edge of the Taklmakan Desert, were occupied by Buddhist monks from the 5th to 14th centuries, when they fell victim to Genghis Khan's hordes. The best murals were removed to museums in the early 20th century
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Uighur

PMR-D4859B
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Bezeklik Caves, in the valley of the Flaming Mountains, on the edge of the Taklmakan Desert, were occupied by Buddhist monks from the 5th to 14th centuries, when they fell victim to Genghis Khan's hordes. The best murals were removed to museums in the early 20th century
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Uighur

PMR-D4859A
People's Republic of China, Xinjiang Province, Turpan: Bezeklik Caves, in the valley of the Flaming Mountains, on the edge of the Taklmakan Desert, were occupied by Buddhist monks from the 5th to 14th centuries, when they fell victim to Genghis Khan's hordes. The best murals were removed to museums in the early 20th century
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, Silk Road, archeology, ancient, historical, antiquity, culture, heritage, architecture, adobe, erosion, weathered, Uighur

PMR-D4794
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Mediaeval burgher houses in the Obere Bachgasse.
Keywords: Gothic, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque

PMR-D4793
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. A mediaeval street, Hinter der Grieb, with the. patrician tower-house " Löblturm" (13th c.) and cathedral tower in the distance.
Keywords: Gothic, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque

PMR-D4792
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site 2006. The Goliath House was built in the late 13th century for the Thundorfer family. Melchior Bocksberger painted the fresco in 1573.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, David and Goliath, traditional, tower-house

PMR-D4791
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Old burgher houses on the bank of the River Danube, facades reflected in the water.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque, reflections

PMR-D4790
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Colourful old burgher houses on Stadtamhof, on the far side of the River Danube, with the cathedral in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque

PMR-D4789
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Colourful old burgher houses on Stadtamhof, on the far side of the River Danube.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque

PMR-D4788
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. The facade and towers of St. Peter's Cathedral were completed in the 19th century although the building was begun in 1250.
Keywords: Gothic, architecture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, culture

PMR-D4784
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances. Finale.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4783
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances. Finale.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4782
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4781
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4780
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4779
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4778
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances. Battle between Rama and Ravana.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4777
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4776
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances. Demon.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4775
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances. Hanuman.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4774
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances. Fisher dance.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4773
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances. Fisher dance.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4772
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances. Fisher dance.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4771
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances. Fisher dance.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4770
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4769
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4768
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4767
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4766
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4765
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4764
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4763
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4762
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4761
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4760
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4759
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4758
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Traditional Dance Show in the National Museum including a variety of classical and folk dances.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dancers, girls, graceful, beautiful, attractive, culture, elegant, symmetry, rythm, fluent, colouful, refinement, taste, controlled, balanced, ornate, Apsara

PMR-D4734
The Philippines, Samar Island: bathers in the sea off Malajog Beach..
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, verdant, lush, jungle, sandy, bathing, leisure, resort, holidays

PMR-D4733
The Philippines, Samar Island: Malajog Beach. with its thickly wooded, hilly hinterland.
Keywords: landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, verdant, lush, jungle, sandy, bathing

PMR-D4732
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Samar Island: Malajog Ridge Nature Reserve: pineapple flower.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, verdant, lush, jungle, sandy, bathing, botany, plants, horticulture, fruit

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

PMR-D4730
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Samar Island, Calbayog: giant spider in web.
Keywords: colourful, jungle, arachnids, nature, wildlife

PMR-D4729
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Chinese screen with inlaid mother-of-pearl.
Keywords: gardens, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration

PMR-D4728
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Personal bathroom.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration

PMR-D4727
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Family bedroom.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration

PMR-D4726
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Bronze bust of Imelda with family photographs.
Keywords: gardens, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration

PMR-D4725
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. A drawing room.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration

PMR-D4724
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Main staircase with display cabinets of oriental carved ivory.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration

PMR-D4723
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied. Ballroom.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration

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

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

PMR-D4720
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center was initiated by Imelda Romualdez Marcos as a mansion, equipped with every luxury, but never occupied.
Keywords: gardens, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, ostentatious, palace, extravagant, ornamentation, decoration

PMR-D4719
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: holiday bungalows in the grounds of Leyte Park Hotel, with view of nearby islands.
Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens, picturesque

PMR-D4718
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Leyte Park Hotel, twilight view of hotel gardens and Panalaron Bay.
Keywords: leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens, picturesque, culture, sunset

PMR-D4717
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Leyte Park Hotel, view of the innovative architecture from above.
Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens, picturesque, culture

PMR-D4716
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: tsunami warning sign on the east coast.
Keywords: seaview, flooding, waves, tidal wave, danger

PMR-D4715
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: interior of Catholic Church on Paterno Street.
Keywords: heritage, culture, congregation, worship, mass, sermon

PMR-D4714
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Leyte, Tacloban: Leyte Park Hotel, swimming pool and bar, with neighbouring islands on the horizon.
Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture

PMR-D4713
The Philippines, Eastern Visayas, Samar Island, Calbayog: captive Rufous-bellied Hawk-Eagle (Lophotriorchis kienerii).
Keywords: ornithology, birds, raptors, birds of prey, nature, wildlife

PMR-D4712
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: street scene, with colourful tuk-tuks and tricycles.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, Visayas

PMR-D4711
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: distant view of neighbouring islands, with stilt houses and outrigger boat in the foreground.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, Visayas

PMR-D4710
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: typical houses and shops on the quayside, with boats moored to the jetty.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, heritage, tradition, culture, Visayas

PMR-D4709
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: fishing boats with outriggers, with stilt houses facing on to the main road, Del Rosario Street behind.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, Visayas

PMR-D4708
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: street scene, with colourful tuk-tuks and tricycles.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, Visayas

PMR-D4707
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: traditional fishing boats with outriggers moored along the jetty.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, heritage, tradition, culture, quayside, watercraft, Visayas

PMR-D4706
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: traditional fishing boats with outriggers moored along the jetty.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, heritage, tradition, culture, quayside, watercraft, Visayas

PMR-D4705
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: traditional fishing boats with outriggers moored along the jetty.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, heritage, tradition, culture, quayside, watercraft, Visayas

PMR-D4704
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: traditional fishing boats with outriggers moored along the jetty.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, heritage, tradition, culture, quayside, watercraft, Visayas

PMR-D4703
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: view of the obelisk in Samar Provincial Capital Park, with the Municipal Hall in the background.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, gardens, architecture, tricycle, Visayas

PMR-D4702
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: view of Samar Provincial Capital Park, with the Municipal Hall in the background.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, gardens, architecture, tricycle, flag, Visayas

PMR-D4701
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: the obelist commemmorates. 1) arrival of the Jesuit missionaries 1596, 2) Augustin Sumoroy rebellion, 1649, 3) declaration of Samar as Independent Province by Queen Isabella of Spain, 1841, 4) Balangiga encounter, 1901.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, gardens, architecture, tricycle, Visayas

PMR-D4700
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: view of the obelisk in Samar Provincial Capital Park, with the Municipal Hall in the background.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, gardens, architecture, tricycle, Visayas

PMR-D4699
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: view of the obelisk in Samar Provincial Capital Park, with the Municipal Hall in the background.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, gardens, architecture, tricycle, Visayas

PMR-D4698
The Philippines, Samar Island, Catbalogan: view of the obelisk in Samar Provincial Capital Park, with the Municipal Hall in the background.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, picturesque, historic, heritage, tradition, culture, gardens, architecture, tricycle, Visayas

PMR-D4697
The Philippines, Samar Island, Panlayahan: pupils at the local school watching the "graduation day" celebrations for primary scholars entering the junior school. Young girls and boys about to perform a dance routine.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, education, pedagogy, tuition, learning, study, Visayas

PMR-D4696
The Philippines, Samar Island, Panlayahan: pupils at the local school watching the "graduation day" celebrations for primary scholars entering the junior school. Young girls about to perform a dance routine.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, education, pedagogy, tuition, learning, study, Visayas

PMR-D4695
The Philippines, Samar Island, Panlayahan: pupils at the local school watching the "graduation day" celebrations for primary scholars entering the junior school.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, education, pedagogy, tuition, learning, study, Visayas

PMR-D4694
The Philippines, Samar Island, Panlayahan: pupils at the local school watching the "graduation day" celebrations for primary scholars entering the junior school.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, education, pedagogy, tuition, learning, study, Visayas

PMR-D4693
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: nobles supporting a golden naga which guards the entry steps to the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, culture, historic, heritage

PMR-D4692
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: facade of the Buddhist Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, culture, historic, heritage

PMR-D4691
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: monkeys supporting a golden naga which guards the entry steps to the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, culture, historic, heritage

PMR-D4690
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: some of the colourful murals depicting scenes from the life of Buddha in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, historic, heritage, fresco

PMR-D4689
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: shrine of the Buddhist Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island)
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage

PMR-D4688
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: pool with surfacing catfish in Koh Oknha Tey Commune, on Silk Island.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, nature, freshwater, fish

PMR-D4687
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: silk weaving on a wooden loom in Koh Oknha Tey Commune, on Silk Island.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, local, production, artisan, workshop, weaving

PMR-D4686
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: taking up silk thread from silkworm cocoons in Koh Oknha Tey Commune, on Silk Island.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, local, production, artisan, workshop, weaving

PMR-D4685
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Eastern or Pacific Reef Heron (Egretta sacra) in Koh Oknha Tey Commune, on Silk Island.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, ornithology, birds, wildfowl, egrets

PMR-D4684
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: examples of typical stilt houses in Koh Oknha Tey Commune, on Silk Island.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dwellings, traditional , native

PMR-D4683
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: jackfruit tree (Artocarpus heterophyllus) with fruit, in Koh Oknha Tey Commune, on Silk Island.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, botany, nature

PMR-D4682
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: flowers possessing a red juice which is used for dying silk in Koh Oknha Tey Commune, on Silk Island.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, botany, plants, nature, colourful

PMR-D4681
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: stilt houses on Koh Oknha Tey (Silk Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dwellings, traditional, native

PMR-D4680
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: ferryboat crossing to Koh Oknha Tey (Silk Island) from Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, transport, river

PMR-D4679
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: stilt houses on Koh Oknha Tey (Silk Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, dwellings, traditional, native

PMR-D4678
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: feature on a traffic island, seemingly based on the ancient stone carvings of Angkor Wat.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, sculpture, art

PMR-D4677
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: howdah, and steps used for getting up to it, on display in the Royal Palace museum with other historic items.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage

PMR-D4676
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: ornate royal palanquin preserved in the Royal Palace museum.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, transport

PMR-D4675
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: model of Angkor Wat temple complex, in the Silver Pagoda complex of the Royal Palace.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage

PMR-D4674
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: episode in the Ramayana Saga (known as the Reamker in Cambodia), which is depicted in murals all round the walls of the Silver Pagoda complex.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, fresco, epic, Rama

PMR-D4673
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: belltower in the Silver Pagoda complex of the Royal Palace.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage

PMR-D4672
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: episode in the Ramayana Saga (known as the Reamker in Cambodia), which is depicted in murals all round the walls of the Silver Pagoda complex.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, fresco, epic, Rama

PMR-D4671
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the Silver Pagoda from the adjoining gardens, in the Royal Palace.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, historic, heritage

PMR-D4670
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: stupa or shrine of King Norodom and pavilion containing his equestrian statue with the Silver Pagoda in the background, in the grounds of the Royal Palace.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage

PMR-D4669
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: equestrian statue of King Norodom on a roofed plinth, in the Silver Pagoda complex of the Royal Palace.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage

PMR-D4668
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: stupa or shrine of King Norodom in the Silver Pagoda complex of the Royal Palace.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage

PMR-D4667
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: flowers of Dark Red Meranti (Pentacme Siamensis) growing in the grounds of the Royal Palace. According to legend Buddha was born under a tree of this species in one of his reincarnations.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, botany, trees, shrubs

PMR-D4666
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: musiciams playing traditional Cambodian instruments in the grounds of the Royal Palace.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, music, drums, percussion, band

PMR-D4665
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: stupa or shrine of Princess Kantha Botha, daughter of King Sihanouk, in the Silver Pagoda complex of the Royal Palace.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage

PMR-D4664
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Royal Palace: revered figure in the Silver Pagoda complex representing Madame Penh, from whom the city takes its name.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis

PMR-D4663
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the Royal Palace: the Silver Pagoda, also known as the Pagoda of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Preah Keo), is paved with 5000-plus silver tiles, each weighing 1kg. Originally built under King Norodom in 1892, it resembles the Wat Phra Keo in Bangkok.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, architecture

PMR-D4662
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: episode in the Ramayana Saga (known as the Reamker in Cambodia), which is depicted in murals all round the walls of the Silver Pagoda complex.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, fresco, epic, Rama

PMR-D4661
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Preah Reach Damnak Chan in the Royal Palace grounds, in traditional Khmer style, is the administrative centre of the palace.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage

PMR-D4660
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the face on the principal spire of the Throne Hall (Preah Tineang Tevea Vinichhay) of the Royal Palace, was inspired by the Bayon at Angkor.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage

PMR-D4659
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the Throne Hall (Preah Tineang Tevea Vinichhay) of the Royal Palace, in traditional Khmer style, was inaugurated by King Sisowath in 1919.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage

PMR-D4658
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: library building (Hor Samritvimean) in the grounds of the Royal Palace.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage

PMR-D4657
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the King's quarters in the Royal Palace, are normally closed to visitots.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage

PMR-D4656
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the Throne Hall of the Royal Palace, in traditional Khmer style, was inaugurated by King Sisowath in 1919. Figure of a Garuda supporting the roof.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage

PMR-D4655
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the Throne Hall (Preah Tineang Tevea Vinichhay) of the Royal Palace, in traditional Khmer style, was inaugurated by King Sisowath in 1919.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage

PMR-D4654
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the Throne Hall (Preah Tineang Tevea Vinichhay) of the Royal Palace, in traditional Khmer style, was inaugurated by King Sisowath in 1919.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, colourful, picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage

PMR-D4653
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the National Assembly Building, opened in 2007 and built in traditional Khmer style at a cost of US$30m.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, architecture, contrast

PMR-D4652
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: this traffic island is part of Samdech Hun Sen Park,
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis

PMR-D4651
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Wat Langka, founded in 1442, one of the principal temples of the city, on Sihanouk Boulevard. The vihara was used as a storeroom during the Khmer Rouge rule.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis

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

PMR-D4649
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Wat Phnom, founded in 1373, according to legend to house four statues of Buddha rescued from the Mekong River by Madame Penh. The main entrance is by the eastern stairway, guarded by nagas.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, temple

PMR-D4648
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Wat Phnom, founded in 1373, according to legend to house four statues of Buddha rescued from the Mekong River by Madame Penh. A monk in the grounds and bougainvillea blossom.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, temple, colourful, gardens

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

PMR-D4646
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Samdech Hun Sen Park, with the new Naga World Hotel and Entertainment Complex in the background.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, architecture

PMR-D4645
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the National Assembly Building, opened in 2007 and built in traditional Khmer style, is overshadowed by rising tower blocks
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, architecture, contrast

PMR-D4644
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Hotel Cambodiana, built in traditional style.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, architecture, accommodation

PMR-D4643
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, formerly Svey Prey High School which was taken over by the Khmer Rouge regime and used as Security Prison 21. More than 17,000 people were held here for torture and later murdered in the "killing fields". Memorial, surrounded by marble slabs inscribed with the names of the victims.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, Pol Pot, inhumanity, cruelty, victims, barbarity

PMR-D4642
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, formerly Svey Prey High School which was taken over by the Khmer Rouge regime and used as Security Prison 21. More than 17,000 people were held here for torture and later murdered in the "killing fields". Memorial, surrounded by marble slabs inscribed with the names of the victims.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, Pol Pot, inhumanity, cruelty, victims, barbarity

PMR-D4641
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, formerly Svey Prey High School which was taken over by the Khmer Rouge regime and used as Security Prison 21. More than 17,000 people were held here for torture and later murdered in the "killing fields". Historical photograph of the population being driven out of the city.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, Pol Pot, inhumanity, cruelty, victims, barbarity

PMR-D4640
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, formerly Svey Prey High School which was taken over by the Khmer Rouge regime and used as Security Prison 21. More than 17,000 people were held here for torture and later murdered in the "killing fields". The 2nd floor, where the rooms were divided into tiny individual cells, 1-metre wide.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, Pol Pot, inhumanity, cruelty, victims, barbarity

PMR-D4639
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, formerly Svey Prey High School which was taken over by the Khmer Rouge regime and used as Security Prison 21. More than 17,000 people were held here for torture and later murdered in the "killing fields". The courtyard contains 14 anonymous graves - bodies found after liberation.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, Pol Pot, inhumanity, cruelty, victims, barbarity

PMR-D4638
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, formerly Svey Prey High School which was taken over by the Khmer Rouge regime and used as Security Prison 21. More than 17,000 people were held here for torture and later murdered in the "killing fields". The courtyard contains 14 anonymous graves - bodies found after liberation.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, Pol Pot, inhumanity, cruelty, victims, barbarity

PMR-D4637
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the Independence Monument, built in 1958 in the form of a lotus-shaped stupa, in traditional Angkor style. Architect: Vann Polyvann.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, heritage, landmark, architecture

PMR-D4636
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful pavilion on Sihanouk Boulevard houses a statue of Norodom Sihanouk.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, memorial

PMR-D4635
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful Kinnara (half woman and half bird) in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis

PMR-D4634
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful stupas in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis

PMR-D4633
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful stupas in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis

PMR-D4632
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful stupas in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis

PMR-D4631
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful stupas in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis

PMR-D4630
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful stupas in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis

PMR-D4629
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: colourful stupas in the Golden Temple on Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis

PMR-D4628
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: standing figure of Buddha in a park on Koh Dach (Mekong Island).
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, monument, statue, plinth

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

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

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

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

PMR-D4623
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Wat Ounaloom, headquarters of the country's Buddhist religion, was founded in 1443. It has been successfully restored after the destruction wrought by the Khmer Rouge.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, temple, historic, heritage

PMR-D4622
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: riverfront promenade with palm trees and flags, and Sisowath Quay (Road) behind.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, street scene, picturesque

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

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

PMR-D4619
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Memorial Stupa at Choeung Ek Genocidal Center in the "Killing Fields" where about 17,000 men, women and children were bludgeoned to death by the Khmer Rouge regime.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, Pol Pot, murder, genocide, inhumanity, cruelty

PMR-D4618
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: the Independence Monument, built in 1958 in the form of a lotus-shaped stupa, in traditional Angkor style. Architect: Vann Polyvann.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, heritage, landmark, architecture

PMR-D4617
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: approaching the Independence Monument on Norodom Boulevard.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, street scene, traffic

PMR-D4616
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. A valuable collection of standing Buddhas from different periods.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits

PMR-D4615
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Head of Devata, sandstone, Angkorian period, Bayon style, late 12th to early 13th century?
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits

PMR-D4614
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Figure opposite the entrance is a Garuda, sandstone, Angkorian period, Koh Ker style, first half of 10th century.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits

PMR-D4613
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. The gallery surrounding the courtyard also houses interesting exhibits.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits

PMR-D4612
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Carved sandstone fronton depicting the combat between Bhima and Duryodhana.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits

PMR-D4611
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Wrestling Apes, sandstone, Angkorian period, Koh Ker style, first half of 10th century.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits

PMR-D4610
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Standing figure, sandstone.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits

PMR-D4609
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Buddha figure, sandstone, pre-Angkorian period, Phnom Da style, 6th century.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits

PMR-D4608
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. View of the main hall with a collection of standing figures.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits, archeology, ancient

PMR-D4607
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. Portrait of George Groslier, designer of the National Museum, founder of the School of Fine Arts, and curator and protector of Khmer art.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, historic, heritage, exhibits

PMR-D4606
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. View of the garden in the central courtyard with its graceful pavilion.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits

PMR-D4605
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. View of the garden in the central courtyard with its graceful pavilion.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits

PMR-D4604
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20. View of the main hall with a collection of seated Buddhas.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, traditional, Khmer art, historic, heritage, exhibits

PMR-D4603
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: main entrance to the National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20 in traditional style.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, terracotta , architecture

PMR-D4602
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20, with flamboyant Flame-of-the-Forest tree.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, terracotta

PMR-D4601
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: National Museum of Cambodia, built 1917-20, viewed from the adjoining park with its guardian figures.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, terracotta

PMR-D4600
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Chan Chaya Pavilion, entrance to the royal palace.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, architecture

PMR-D4599
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Chan Chaya Pavilion, entrance to the royal palace
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, architecture

PMR-D4598
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Wat Ounaloom, headquarters of the country's Buddhist religion, was founded in 1443. It has been successfully restored after the destruction wrought by the Khmer Rouge. Statue of mounted soldiers in the foreground.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, temple, colourful, monument, horses, equestrian, historic, heritage

PMR-D4597
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: Wat Ounaloom, headquarters of the country's Buddhist religion, was founded in 1443. It has been successfully restored after the destruction wrought by the Khmer Rouge.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, colourful, temple, historic, heritage

PMR-D4596
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the promenade.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, architecture

PMR-D4595
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the promenade and Tonle Sap River shortly before the confluence with the Mekong.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, picturesque, waterway

PMR-D4594
Cambodia, Phnom Penh: view of the Grand Waterfront Hotel from the promenade.
Keywords: capital city, Khmer, kingdom, Indo-China, orient, Buddhist, metropolis, architecture, picturesque, park

PMR-D4593
The Philippines: cloudscape with banks of cumulus at 36,000 feet altitude.
Keywords: picturesque, meteorology, weather, clouds, air-currents, convection

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

PMR-D4568
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: the bow of a ship, carried inland in the tsunami, has been used to create this memorial to those who lost their lives in the floodwaters on 26th December 2004.
Keywords: floods, deluge, waves, destruction, engulf, tidal-wave

PMR-D4567
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: the shantytown destroyed by the 2004 tsunami has been rapidly rebuilt.
Keywords: floods, deluge, waves, destruction, engulf, tidal-wave, squatters, dwellings, huts

PMR-D4566
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: remains of a dwelling damaged in the 2004 tsunami.
Keywords: floods, deluge, waves, destruction, engulf, tidal-wave

PMR-D4565
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: San Juanico bridge spans the San Juanico Strait between the islands of Samar and Leyte. Completed in 1973, its total length is 2.6 kilometres, the longest in the Philippines.
Keywords: colourful, engineering, structure, span, link, steel, construction

PMR-D4564
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: San Juanico bridge spans the San Juanico Strait between the islands of Samar and Leyte. Completed in 1973, its total length is 2.6 kilometres, the longest in the Philippines.
Keywords: colourful, engineering, structure, span, link, steel, construction

PMR-D4563
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: San Juanico bridge spans the San Juanico Strait between the islands of Samar and Leyte. Completed in 1973, its total length is 2.6 kilometres, the longest in the Philippines.
Keywords: colourful, engineering, structure, span, link, steel, construction

PMR-D4562
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: San Juanico bridge spans the San Juanico Strait between the islands of Samar and Leyte. Completed in 1973, its total length is 2.6 kilometres, the longest in the Philippines.
Keywords: colourful, engineering, structure, span, link, steel, construction

PMR-D4561
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: San Juanico bridge spans the San Juanico Strait between the islands of Samar and Leyte. Completed in 1973, its total length is 2.6 kilometres, the longest in the Philippines.
Keywords: colourful, engineering, structure, span, link, steel, construction

PMR-D4560
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: San Juanico bridge spans the San Juanico Strait between the islands of Samar and Leyte. Completed in 1973, its total length is 2.6 kilometres, the longest in the Philippines.
Keywords: colourful, engineering, structure, span, link, steel, construction

PMR-D4559
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: City Hall.
Keywords: architecture, administration, government, assembly, convention, gardens, park

PMR-D4558
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: City Hall.
Keywords: architecture, administration, government, assembly, convention, gardens, park

PMR-D4557
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: City Hall.
Keywords: architecture, administration, government, assembly, convention, gardens, park

PMR-D4556
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: City Hall.
Keywords: architecture, administration, government, assembly, convention, gardens, park

PMR-D4555
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: Legislative Building.
Keywords: architecture, administration, government, law, assembly

PMR-D4554
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: Catholic church and belltower on Paterno Street.
Keywords: architecture, religious, picturesque

PMR-D4553
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: statues in the grounds of the CAP Building representing General MacArthur handing back power to Filipino president Sergio Osmena after the war.
Keywords: historic, ceremony, democracy, monument, memorial, World War II, liberation, freedom

PMR-D4552
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: street scene near the market, with colourful tuk-tuks and tricycles in the foreground.
Keywords: sunshine, bustle, congestion

PMR-D4551
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: fruit and vegetable market on the wharf by Quezon Boulevard.
Keywords: colourful, sunshine, street scene, trading, buying , selling, provisions

PMR-D4550
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: passengers disembarking from a local ferryboat on Quezon Boulevard.
Keywords: colourful, sunshine, outrigger, boat, wharf, routine, arrival

PMR-D4549
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: freedom monument opposite the parliament building.
Keywords: gardens, statue, allegory, picturesque, sculpture

PMR-D4548
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: Parliament Building (Pamunuan san Lalawigan sa Leyte)
Keywords: architecture, classical, columns, congress, assembly, administration

PMR-D4547
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: the law courts.
Keywords: gardens, architecture, statue, ministry, justice, offices, administration

PMR-D4546
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: the law courts.
Keywords: gardens, architecture, statue, ministry, justice, offices, administration

PMR-D4545
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: Leyte Park Hotel, from the swimming pool.
Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens

PMR-D4544
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: holiday bungalows in the grounds of Leyte Park Hotel.
Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens

PMR-D4543
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: Leyte Park Hotel and gardens.
Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens

PMR-D4542
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: Leyte Park Hotel.
Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens

PMR-D4541
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: terraces and swimming pool in the grounds of Leyte Park Hotel.
Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens

PMR-D4540
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: terraces and swimming pool in the grounds of Leyte Park Hotel.
Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens

PMR-D4539
The Philippines, Leyte, Tacloban: holiday bungalows in the grounds of Leyte Park Hotel.
Keywords: colourful, sunshine, leisure, resort, holiday, seaview, gardens

PMR-D4538
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog City: tranquil scene at sunset on the north-east coast.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, mood, peaceful, nature, landscape

PMR-D4537
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog City: tranquil scene at sunset on the north-east coast.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, mood, peaceful, nature, landscape, reflections

PMR-D4536
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog City: tranquil scene at sunset on the north-east coast.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, mood, peaceful, nature, landscape, reflections

PMR-D4535
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog City: Easter Procession of the Catholic Church on Good Friday.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, tradition, religious, celebration

PMR-D4534
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog City: Easter Procession of the Catholic Church on Good Friday.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, tradition, religious, celebration

PMR-D4533
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog City: Easter Procession of the Catholic Church on Good Friday.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, tradition, religious, celebration

PMR-D4532
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog City: Easter Procession of the Catholic Church on Good Friday.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, tradition, religious, celebration

PMR-D4531
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4530
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4529
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4528
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4527
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4526
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4525
Flower on Mammillaria zeilmanniana cactus.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D4524
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4523
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4522
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4521
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4520
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4519
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4518
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4517
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR600-07
Spain, La Coruna/Corunna: glassed-in frontages ("galerias") on the Avenida de la Marina.
Keywords: architecture, galerias

PMR600-02
Spain, Oviedo: Picos de Europa, Covadonga: neo-Romanesque pilgrimage basilica, built between 1886 and 1901 to the plans of Roberto Frasinelli. Spain, Oviedo: Picos de Europa, Covadonga: neo-Romanesque pilgrimage basilica, built between 1886 and 1901 to the plans of Roberto Frasinelli.
Keywords: architecture, church

PMR597-02
Austria, Styria, Bruck an der Mur: Flamboyant Gothic arcade of the Kornmesserhaus, erected for Pankras Kornmess at the end of the 15th century. Austria, Styria, Bruck an der Mur: Flamboyant Gothic arcade of the Kornmesserhaus, erected for Pankras Kornmess at the end of the 15th century.
Keywords: architecture, Gothic

PMR635-05
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: "Bürgerhus" (1560), a handsome timber framed house on the corner of Kupferschmittstrasse and Wendenstrasse with carved polychrome decorations. Germany, Lower Saxony, Hamelin: "Bürgerhus" (1560), a handsome timber framed house on the corner of Kupferschmittstrasse and Wendenstrasse with carved polychrome decorations.
Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Niedersachsen, Hameln, pied piper of Hamelin, rat catcher, legends, Renaissance architecture

PMR616-09
Bulgaria, Rila: Rilski Monastery, 1100 metres high in the Rila Mountains, is the largest and most important monastery in Bulgaria. Built on the site of the hermit, Ivan Rilski's retreat in the 10th century, it has been rebuilt a number of times. Here, part of the monastery courtyard, surrounded by galleries three storeys high. Bulgaria, Rila: Rilski Monastery, 1100 metres high in the Rila Mountains, is the largest and most important monastery in Bulgaria. Built on the site of the hermit, Ivan Rilski's retreat in the 10th century, it has been rebuilt a number of times. Here, part of the monastery courtyard, surrounded by galleries three storeys high.
Keywords: Orthodox churches, Bulgarian architecture, religious buildings

PMR-D4516
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: young adder or viper (Vipera berus) on Mount Soiern (1613 metres).
Keywords: reptiles, snakes, venomous, poisonous, fauna, wildlife

PMR132K-02
Cambodia, Siem Reap: a lizard, sunning itself on the masonry of Angkor Wat Temple.
Keywords: reptiles, lizard, fauna

PMR118K-13
Jordan, Jerash: Starred Agama (Stellagama stellio).
Keywords: reptiles, lizard, fauna, Laudakia

PMR117K-27
Jordan, Jerash: Starred Agama (Stellagama stellio).
Keywords: reptiles, lizard, fauna, Laudakia

PMR069K-03
Turkey, Lycia, Kaunos: Starred Agama (Stellagama stellio).
Keywords: wild life, reptiles, lizard, Laudakia

PMR-D2819
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Starred Agama (Stellagama stellio).
Keywords: Rhodos, amphibians, fauna, wildlife, lizard, Laudakia

PMR-D4205
Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Starred Agama (Stellagama stellio).
Keywords: reptiles, flora and fauna, lizards, Laudakia

PMR-D4076
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156, provides meeting rooms for the local historic costumes group.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, traditional, dress, society

PMR-D4507
England, West Sussex, Henfield: South Downs Link near Adur Bridge..
Keywords: winter, countryside, walking, nature, open air, hedgerows, landscape

PMR-D4506
England, West Sussex, Henfield: Robin (Erithacus rubecula) at Woods Mill Nature Reserve, home of the Sussex Wildlife Trust.
Keywords: winter, countryside, ornithology, birds, passerines, chats, redbreast, Christmas

PMR-D4505
England, West Sussex, Henfield: Robin (Erithacus rubecula) at Woods Mill Nature Reserve, home of the Sussex Wildlife Trust.
Keywords: winter, countryside, ornithology, birds, passerines, chats, redbreast, Christmas

PMR-D4504
England, West Sussex, Henfield: Robin (Erithacus rubecula) at Woods Mill Nature Reserve, home of the Sussex Wildlife Trust.
Keywords: winter, countryside, ornithology, birds, passerines, chats, redbreast, Christmas

PMR-D4503
England, West Sussex, Henfield: Robin (Erithacus rubecula) at Woods Mill Nature Reserve, home of the Sussex Wildlife Trust.
Keywords: winter, countryside, ornithology, birds, passerines, chats, redbreast, Christmas

PMR-D4502
England, West Sussex, Henfield: view from Woods Mill Nature Reserve, home of the Sussex Wildlife Trust.
Keywords: picturesque, winter, countryside, biotope, landscape

PMR-D4501
England, West Sussex, Henfield: view from Woods Mill Nature Reserve, home of the Sussex Wildlife Trust.
Keywords: picturesque, winter, countryside, biotope, landscape

PMR-D4500
England, West Sussex, Henfield: the pond at Woods Mill Nature Reserve, home of the Sussex Wildlife Trust.
Keywords: picturesque, reflections, winter, lake, reeds, countryside, biotope

PMR-D4499
England, Devon, Buckfastleigh: the church belltower of Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery dating back to 1018, built in Transitional Norman and Early English styles in the early 20th century.
Keywords: architecture, religious, historic, heritage, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D4498
England, Devon, Buckfastleigh: the church of Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery dating back to 1018, built in Transitional Norman and Early English styles in the early 20th century.
Keywords: architecture, religious, historic, heritage, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D4497
England, Devon, Buckfastleigh: the church of Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery dating back to 1018, built in Transitional Norman and Early English styles in the early 20th century.
Keywords: architecture, religious, historic, heritage, picturesque, traditional

PMR-D4496
England, Devon, Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary: British otter (Lutra lutra) "Sammy".
Keywords: wild animals, mammals, carnivores, feeding

PMR-D4495
England, Devon, Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary: British otter (Lutra lutra) "Sammy".
Keywords: wild animals, mammals, carnivores, feeding

PMR-D4494
England, Devon, Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary: North American river otters (Lontra canadensis).
Keywords: wild animals, mammals, carnivores, feeding

PMR-D4493
England, Devon, Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary: North American river otter (Lontra canadensis).
Keywords: wild animals, mammals, carnivores, feeding

PMR-D4492
England, Devon, Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary: British otters (Lutra lutra) being fed with fish.
Keywords: wild animals, mammals, carnivores, feeding

PMR-D4491
England, Devon, Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary: British otters (Lutra lutra) being fed with fish.
Keywords: wild animals, mammals, carnivores, feeding

PMR-D4490
England, Devon, Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary: British otters (Lutra lutra) being fed with fish.
Keywords: wild animals, mammals, carnivores, feeding

PMR-D4489
Roast duck with vegetables.
Keywords: cooking, food, fowl, tasty, delicious, meal, meat

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D4483
Thailand, Phang-Nga: aerial view of part of Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park, with its karst rocks protruding from the sea.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4482
Thailand, Phang-Nga: aerial view of part of Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park, with its karst rocks protruding from the sea.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4481
Thailand, Phang-Nga: aerial view of part of Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park, with its karst rocks protruding from the sea.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4477
Thailand, Phuket Island: Dead Leaf or Indian Leafwing Butterflies (Kallima paralekta) feeding on pineapple in Phuket Bird Park.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, lepidoptera, camouflage, disguise, imitation, insect, nymphalid

PMR-D4476
Thailand, Phuket Island: Common Sun Skink (Eutropis multifasciata) in Phuket Bird Park.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, lizards, reptiles, scincidae

PMR-D4475
Thailand, Phuket Island: Common Sun Skink (Eutropis multifasciata) in Phuket Bird Park.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, lizards, reptiles, scincidae

PMR-D4474
Thailand, Phuket Island: Dead Leaf or Indian Leafwing Butterflies (Kallima paralekta) feeding on pineapple in Phuket Bird Park.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, lepidoptera, camouflage, disguise, imitation, insect, nymphalid

PMR-D4473
Thailand, Phuket Island: Clipper butterfly (Parthenos sylvia) feeding on pineapple in Phuket Bird Park.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, lepidoptera, insect, nymphalid

PMR-D4472
Thailand, Phuket Island: Dead Leaf or Indian Leafwing Butterflies (Kallima paralekta) feeding on pineapple in Phuket Bird Park.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, lepidoptera, camouflage, disguise, imitation, insect, nymphalid

PMR-D4471
Thailand, Phuket Island: guide map to Phuket Bird Park.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, plan , diagram, illustration

PMR-D4470
Thailand, Phuket Island: convincing replicas of hippopotamus family in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, mock-up, model, tableau

PMR-D4469
Thailand, Phuket Island: guide map to Phuket Zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, plan, diagram, illustration

PMR-D4468
Thailand, Phuket Island: Pied Imperial Pigeons (Ducula bicolor) in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, ornithology, doves

PMR-D4467
Thailand, Phuket Island: Eastern or Pacific Reef Heron (Egretta sacra) in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, waterfowl, ornithology, egrets

PMR-D4466
Thailand, Phuket Island: Eastern or Pacific Reef Heron (Egretta sacra) in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, waterfowl, ornithology, egrets

PMR-D4465
Thailand, Phuket Island: Pearl or Helmeted Guinea Fowl (Numida meleagris) in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, ornithology, birds, Galliformes

PMR-D4464
Thailand, Phuket Island: Asian elephants performing in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, pachyderms, animals, mammals, fauna

PMR-D4463
Thailand, Phuket Island: awe-inspiring dragon's head emerging from its cave in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, myths, legends, model, mock-up

PMR-D4462
Thailand, Phuket Island: trainer, with his head in a crocodile's jaws, in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, reptiles, amphibians, fauna

PMR-D4461
Thailand, Phuket Island: trainer holding aloft a young crocodile in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, reptiles, amphibians, fauna

PMR-D4460
Thailand, Phuket Island: crocodiles in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, reptiles, amphibians, fauna

PMR-D4459
Thailand, Phuket Island: trained monkey with umbrella in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, apes, performing, animals, mammals, fauna, stage

PMR-D4458
Thailand, Phuket Island: Grey-headed Swamp Hen (Porphyrio poliocephalus) in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, waterfowl, crakes, rails, ornithology

PMR-D4457
Thailand, Phuket Island: Grey-headed Swamp Hen (Porphyrio poliocephalus) in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, waterfowl, crakes, rails, ornithology

PMR-D4456
Thailand, Phuket Island: Grey-headed Swamp Hen (Porphyrio poliocephalus) in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, waterfowl, crakes, rails, ornithology

PMR-D4455
Thailand, Phuket Island: Grey-headed Swamp Hen (Porphyrio poliocephalus) in the zoo.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, birds, waterfowl, crakes, rails, ornithology

PMR-D4454
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: historic cast-iron letter box in the Post Office Museum.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, mailbox, postbox, pillar box

PMR-D4453
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: historic cast-iron letter box in the Post Office Museum.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, mailbox, postbox, pillar box

PMR-D4452
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the Night Market offers a wide range of food and snacks, including coconuts, mangoes, grapes, papayas, kiwis, apples, oranges, pineapples, plums and bananas.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, resort, tourists, shopping, trading, bazaar, fruit

PMR-D4451
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the Night Market offers a wide range of food and snacks, including chicken, fish, beef and crocodile meat grilled on skewers.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, resort, tourists, shopping, trading, bazaar

PMR-D4450
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the Night Market offers a wide range of food and snacks, including coconuts, mangoes, durian, ramputans, papayas and bananas.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, resort, tourists, shopping, trading, bazaar, fruit

PMR-D4449
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the Night Market offers a wide range of food and snacks, including fish, pork and chicken, grilled on sticks.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, resort, tourists, shopping, trading, bazaar

PMR-D4448
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the Night Market offers a wide range of food and snacks, including crocodile steaks.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, resort, tourists, shopping, trading, bazaar

PMR-D4447
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the Night Market offers a wide range of food and snacks besides the usual articles.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, resort, tourists, shopping, trading, bazaar

PMR-D4446
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: Royal Paradise Hotel and Spa Tower seen from the pedestrian shopping mall, with fountain in the foreground.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, high-rise, skyscraper, resort, tourist

PMR-D4445
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: a tribute to much-revered King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) who died on 13th October 2016 after ruling for over 70 years.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, memorial, floral, display, funerary

PMR-D4444
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the palm-tree-lined promenade, sandy beach, and hotels on the far side of the bay.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, tourist, resort, bathing, swimming, leisure

PMR-D4443
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the palm-tree-lined promenade, sandy beach, and hotels on the far side of the bay.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, tourist, resort, bathing, swimming, leisure

PMR-D4442
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the broad, sandy beach lines the bay, backed by palm trees.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, tourist, resort, bathing, swimming, leisure

PMR-D4441
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: the broad, sandy beach lines the bay, backed by palm trees.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, tourist, resort, bathing, swimming, leisure

PMR-D4440
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: Bangla Road (Walking Street), centre of the night life after dark.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, tourist, resort

PMR-D4439
Thailand, Phuket Island, Patong Beach: husbands relaxing at their Day Care Center.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, tourist, resort, beer, pub

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D4429
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: early Christmas decorations at Ciriaco Hotel.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, colourful, seasonal, presents, wrapping

PMR-D4428
The Philippines, Samar Island, Panlayahan: roasting a pig on a spit over an open fire.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, meat, cooking, grilling, pork

PMR-D4427
The Philippines, Samar Island, Panlayahan: roasting a pig on a spit over an open fire.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, meat, cooking, grilling, pork

PMR-D4426
The Philippines, Samar Island: lush vegetation crowds the banks of the river near the village of Longsub.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, lush, verdant, cultivation, crop, grain, staple

PMR-D4425
The Philippines, Samar Island: a spit-roasted pig is the centrepiece of many celebratory feasts.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, meat, rice, meal, food, buffet, dishes, fish

PMR-D4424
The Philippines, Samar Island: a typical house, thatched with Anahaw, in the village of Longsub.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, lush, verdant, dwelling, home

PMR-D4423
The Philippines, Samar Island: the path through rice fields to the village of Longsub, with domesticated Pearl or Helmeted Guinea Fowl (Numida meleagris) in the foreground.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, lush, verdant, cultivation, crop, grain, staple

PMR-D4422
The Philippines, Samar Island: fields of rice surrounding the village of Longsub.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, lush, verdant, cultivation, crop, grain, staple

PMR-D4421
The Philippines, Samar Island: crossing a river to the neighbouring village, Longsub.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, lush, verdant, outrigger, boat

PMR-D4420
The Philippines, Samar Island: local outrigger trading boat, with dense jungle vegetation on the river bank, behind.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, lush, verdant, outrigger, boat

PMR-D4419
The Philippines, Samar Island: crossing a river to the neighbouring village, Longsub.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, lush, verdant, outrigger, boat

PMR-D4418
The Philippines, Samar Island: crossing a river to the neighbouring village, Longsub.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, lush, verdant, outrigger, boat

PMR-D4417
The Philippines, Samar Island: Bangon Waterfalls..
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, lush, verdant

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

PMR-D4415
The Philippines, Samar Island: Malajog Ridge Nature Reserve: Calbayog Zip Line runs 750 metres over the water to Daraga Islet.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, verdant, lush, jungle, activities, leisure, thrill, adrenalin

PMR-D4414
The Philippines, Samar Island: Malajog Ridge Nature Reserve: bathers cooling off at Malajog Beach.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, verdant, lush, jungle, sandy, leisure

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

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

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

PMR-D4410
The Philippines, Samar Island: Malajog Ridge Nature Reserve: the ridge path runs through lush vegetation.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, verdant, jungle

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

PMR-D4408
The Philippines, Samar Island: Malajog Ridge Nature Reserve: Saribus rotundifolius or footstool palm or Anahaw, the unofficial national leaf of the Philippines, whose leaves are used for thatching.
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, verdant, lush, jungle, botany, flora

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

PMR-D4406
The Philippines, Samar Island: Turtle Island, off Malajog Beach
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, verdant, lush, jungle

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

PMR-D4404
Thailand, Phuket Island: palm trees, silhouetted against a golden sunset, on Mount Nagakerd.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, twilight

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

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

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

PMR-D4400
Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Khao Khat Hill on the far side of Chalong Bay, with the pier in the foreground, from the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama, landscape

PMR-D4399
Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Phuket City from the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama, landscape

PMR-D4398
Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Phuket City from the Big Buddha, on Mount Nagakerd.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama, landscape

PMR-D4397
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The crematorium building viewed from the terrace of the vihara or chedi.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

PMR-D4396
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. One of the smaller meditation halls.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

PMR-D4395
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. Buddha figures convey a feeling of peace and serenity in the vihara or chedi.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

PMR-D4394
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. Buddha figures convey a feeling of peace and serenity in the vihara or chedi.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

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

PMR-D4392
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The approach to the vihara or chedi.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

PMR-D4391
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The ornate entry gate with the temple in the background.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

PMR-D4390
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The "ubosot" or prayer hall where ordinations are carried out.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

PMR-D4389
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. View of the main temple, with the belltower in the foreground.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

PMR-D4388
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The ornate tower which crowns the main temple.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

PMR-D4387
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. A closer view of the elegant spire of the chedi or vihara.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

PMR-D4386
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. The main temple boasts 4 roof tiers.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

PMR-D4385
Thailand, Phuket Island: Wat Chaiyathararam (Wat Chalong), dedicated to two Buddhist monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who helped many injured in 1876 through their knowledge of herbal medecine. The leading Buddhist Temple on Phuket Island. This vihara or chedi is filled with many diverse Buddha figures.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden, pomp, splendour

PMR-D4384
Thailand, Phuket Island: Pukhet Aquarium on Cape Phanwa.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, sea life

PMR-D4383
Thailand, Phuket Island: gardens and steps up to the lookout tower on Khao Khat Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D4382
Thailand, Phuket Island: telephoto view of Phuket city from Khao Khat Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama

PMR-D4381
Thailand, Phuket Island: view of moored boats in Chalong Bay from Khao Khat Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama

PMR-D4380
Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Lon Island in Chalong Bay from Khao Khat Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama

PMR-D4379
Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Taphao Noi and Taphao Yai Islands from Khao Khat Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama

PMR-D4378
Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Phuket city from Khao Khat Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, panorama

PMR-D4377
Thailand, Phuket Island: view of Chalong Bay from the belvedere below Khao Khat.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, seascape, panorama

PMR-D4376
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: vista of palm trees and Bromeliads.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant, epiphyte

PMR-D4375
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: display of Bromeliads.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant, epiphyte

PMR-D4374
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: orchid flower.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant

PMR-D4372
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: display of Bromeliads.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant, epiphyte

PMR-D4371
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: part of the palm tree and fern garden.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant

PMR-D4370
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: topiary garden.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant

PMR-D4369
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: Bromeliad with red foliage.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant, epiphytes

PMR-D4368
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: water lily flower.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant

PMR-D4367
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City, Chalong: Phuket Botanic Gardens: orchid flower.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, horticulture, plants, park, nature, exotic, fragrant

PMR-D4366
Thailand, Phang-nga: monkey eating a banana outside the Wat Tham Suwankhuha Buddhist Temple (Heaven Grotto Temple). The monkeys are fed by the monks.
Keywords: Siam, orient, far east, macaque, wild animals, fauna

PMR-D4365
Thailand, Phang-nga: view of the Wat Tham Suwankhuha Buddhist Temple (Heaven Grotto Temple), situated in two large caverns, with the reclining Buddha on the right.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography

PMR-D4364
Thailand, Phang-nga: reclining Buddha, 15 metres long, in the Wat Tham Suwankhuha Buddhist Temple (Heaven Grotto Temple), situated in two large caverns.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography

PMR-D4363
Thailand, Phang-nga: entrance to the Wat Tham Suwankhuha Buddhist Temple (Heaven Grotto Temple), situated in two large caverns.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography

PMR-D4362
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: a row of new restaurants in Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village, backed by wooded karst cliffs.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4361
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with the golden cupolas of its mosque, backed by massive karst cliffs.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4360
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with the golden cupolas of its mosque, backed by massive karst cliffs.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4359
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: a "street" in the bazaar of Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4358
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with rows of moored boats, backed by steep karst cliffs.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4357
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with rows of moored boats, backed by steep karst cliffs.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4356
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: one of the colourful "streets" of Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4355
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: one of the colourful "streets" of Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4354
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: view from Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village, with boats at their moorings and the striking karst rocks in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4353
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with long tail boats in the foreground, and the golden minarets of the mosque in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4352
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: approaching Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village, backed by massive karst cliffs.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4351
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: approaching Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with its prominent mosque, backed by massive karst cliffs.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4350
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: approaching Ko Panyi Muslim Stilt Village with its prominent mosque, backed by massive karst cliffs.
Keywords: picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4349
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: a remarkable planed-smooth cliff face, leaning on its neighbour, on Ko Phing Kan ("Leaning on itself Island").
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4348
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there).
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4347
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there).
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4346
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there), seen from the sandy beach.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4345
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there), seen from the sandy beach.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4344
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there).
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4343
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the much-photographed rocky pinnacle on Ko Phing Kan (known as "James Bond Island" since the film "The Man with the Golden Gun" was shot there).
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4342
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: longtail boats near Ko Phing Kan Island, with karst rocks in the background
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4341
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the remarkable limestone karst rock formations, mostly covered with trees.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4340
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the remarkable limestone karst rock formations, mostly covered with trees.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4339
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the remarkable limestone karst rock formations, mostly covered with trees.
Keywords: Siam, Far East, orient, geology, picturesque

PMR-D4338
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the canoe-centre on Talu Island, backed by karst limestone cliffs.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4337
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the stalactite-bedecked cave on Talu Island.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4336
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: canoes coming through the stalactite-bedecked cave on Talu Island.
Keywords: Siam, Far East, orient, geology, picturesque

PMR-D4335
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: bizarre limestone cliffs on Talu Island.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4334
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: canoes exploring the bizarre limestone cliffs on Talu Island.
Keywords: Siam, geology, Far East, picturesque, orient

PMR-D4333
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: bizarre limestone cliffs on Talu Island.
Keywords: Siam, geology, Far East, picturesque, orient

PMR-D4332
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: canoes swarming through the strange limestone cave on Talu Island.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4331
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: canoes swarming through the strange limestone cave on Talu Island.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4330
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: canoes swarming through the strange limestone cave on Talu Island.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4329
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the stalactite-bedecked cave on Talu Island.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4328
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the remarkable limestone karst rock formations, mostly covered with trees.
Keywords: Siam, geology, Far East, picturesque, orient

PMR-D4327
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the remarkable limestone karst rock formations, mostly covered with trees.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4326
Thailand, Ao Phang-nga Marine National Park: the remarkable limestone karst rock formations, mostly covered with trees.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, geology, rock-formations, wooded, remarkable, extraordinary, topography, Andaman Sea

PMR-D4325
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: one of the gaily-painted traditional long tail boats.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, transport, water-bus

PMR-D4324
Thailand, Phuket Island: swivelling power unit which drives the traditional "long tail boats".
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, engine, power-unit

PMR-D4323
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Soi Rommanee.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades

PMR-D4322
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Soi Rommanee.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades

PMR-D4321
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Soi Rommanee.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades

PMR-D4320
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Soi Rommanee.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades

PMR-D4319
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Nimit Dudani Circle with its colourful gardens and fountain with seahorse motif.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east

PMR-D4318
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Nimit Dudani Circle with its colourful gardens and fountain with seahorse motif.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east

PMR-D4317
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Nimit Dudani Circle with its colourful gardens and fountain with seahorse motif.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east

PMR-D4316
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: tribute to King Bhumibol Adulyadej ("Rama IX") who died on 13th October 2016.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, royal, monarch, reign, mourning

PMR-D4315
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: the old Police Station (1907) with its clock tower is a local landmark. In the background is the old Standard Chartered Bank building.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture

PMR-D4314
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: the old Police Station (1907) with its clock tower is a local landmark.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture

PMR-D4313
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Phang-Nga Road.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades

PMR-D4312
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese house facade on Phang-Nga Road
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture

PMR-D4311
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: colourful graffiti art on the corner of Soi Rommanee.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, artistic, striking

PMR-D4310
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Soi Rommanee.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades

PMR-D4309
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: colourful gable on the Wat Phuttha Mongkhon Nimit Buddhist Temple.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden

PMR-D4308
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Phuttha Mongkhon Nimit Buddhist Temple with golden stupas in the foreground.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D4307
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: name plate on Soi Rommanee, where many of the Sino-Portuguese facades have been restored.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture

PMR-D4306
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese house on Soi Rommanee.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades

PMR-D4305
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: restored Sino-Portuguese houses on Soi Rommanee.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture, facades

PMR-D4304
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Sang Tham Shrine, originally named Sin Jia Geng, was founded by the Hokkien Chinese descendants of the Tan Luan Jae family in 1891 to provide them with a holy place to worship their ancestors. The architecture shows traditional Hokkien Chinese influence.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D4303
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Sang Tham Shrine, originally named Sin Jia Geng, was founded by the Hokkien Chinese descendants of the Tan Luan Jae family in 1891 to provide them with a holy place to worship their ancestors. The architecture shows traditional Hokkien Chinese influence.
Keywords: temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D4302
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: historic clock tower on Surin Circle traffic island, with the Metropole Hotel in the background.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, architecture

PMR-D4301
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: reflections in the canal, looking towards the Phang-Nga road bridge.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D4300
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: the historic Standard, Chartered Bank building, a fine exponent of Sino-Portuguese architecture.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D4299
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: the separate bell tower, with "naga" in the foreground.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden

PMR-D4298
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: an ornate, gilded gable on the meditation hall.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden

PMR-D4297
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: a row of "nagas" guarding the approach steps.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden

PMR-D4296
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: closer view of the ornate gable.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden

PMR-D4295
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: entrance to the "bot", surmounted by an ornate gable.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden

PMR-D4294
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Wat Wichit Songkhram Temple: three-headed "naga" guarding the approach steps.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, golden

PMR-D4293
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: tribute to King Bhumibol Adulyadej ("Rama IX") who died on 13th October 2016.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful, royal, monarch, reign, mourning

PMR-D4292
Thailand, Phuket Island, Phuket City: Chinese Gate surmounted by a pair of dragons.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D4291
The Philippines, Samar Island: Bangon Waterfalls..
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river

PMR-D4290
The Philippines, Samar Island: children playing in the lower reaches of Bangon Waterfalls..
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river, slide, recreation, enjoyment, fun

PMR-D4289
The Philippines, Samar Island: the lower reaches of Bangon Waterfalls..
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river

PMR-D4288
The Philippines, Samar Island: the lower reaches of Bangon Waterfalls..
Keywords: Samar Island, landscape, rainforest, nature, unspoilt, trees, river

PMR-D4287
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: the impressive altar of the Catholic Cathedral of St Peter and Paul.
Keywords: Samar Island, nave, pews, ornate, religion, church

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

PMR-D4256
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: Black Swans (Cygnus atratus) in the grounds of Schloss Fantaisie.
Keywords: Upper Franconia, birds, ornithology, waterfowl, fauna, neophytes

PMR-D4255
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: Black Swan(Cygnus atratus) in the grounds of Schloss Fantaisie.
Keywords: Upper Franconia, birds, ornithology, waterfowl, fauna, neophytes

PMR-D4254
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: Black Swans (Cygnus atratus) in the grounds of Schloss Fantaisie.
Keywords: Upper Franconia, birds, ornithology, waterfowl, fauna, neophytes

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

PMR-D4252
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: barrel organ in the pedestrian zone.
Keywords: Upper Franconia, character, hurdy-gurdy, music, entertainer, performer

PMR-D4251
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: marble figure of "Lohengrin" in the Richard Wagner Museum.
Keywords: Upper Franconia, opera, classical music, statue, sculpture, character

PMR-D4250
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: marble bust of Richard Wagner (1813-1883) in the Richard Wagner Museum.
Keywords: Upper Franconia, opera, classical music, statue, sculpture, composer

PMR-D4249
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: marble figure of "Tristan" in the Richard Wagner Museum.
Keywords: Upper Franconia, opera, classical music, statue, sculpture, character

PMR-D4248
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: tablet over the front door of "Haus Wahnfried", the home of Richard Wagner from 1874 until his death in 1883. The allegorical figures represent Wotan with hat, as Wanderer and Philosopher. the raven (wisdom), the figure of Greek tragedy (left), the figure of music (=Cosima) (right) with Amor (=young Siegfried).
Keywords: Upper Franconia, opera, classical music, architecture, historic, heritage, allegory, plaque

PMR-D4247
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: "Haus Wahnfried", the home of Richard Wagner from 1874 until his death in 1883. The bust of King Ludwig II, his benefactor, surmounts a plinth in front of the building.
Keywords: Upper Franconia, opera, classical music, architecture, historic, heritage

PMR-D4246
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lake Starnberg: interior of the flagship "MS Starnberg" of the Bavarian lake fleet, a catamaran, which entered service on 19th May 2004. It can accommodate 800 passengers.
Keywords: saloon, gallery, restaurant, dance-floor, deck

PMR-D4245
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lake Starnberg: Neptune figurehead of the flagship "MS Starnberg" of the Bavarian lake fleet, a catamaran, which entered service on 19th May 2004.
Keywords: statue, bronze, dolphin, prow, symbol

PMR-D4244
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: Blindworm or Smooth Snake (Anguis fragilis) on Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, countryside, nature, reptile, fauna, vertibrate

PMR-D4243
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: Alpine Ragwort (Senecio alpinus) on Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D4242
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: Dog Daisies (Anthemis arvensis) and Harebells (Campanula rotundifolia) on Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D4241
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: strange rock formations on the path to the summit of Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology

PMR-D4240
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: strange rock formations on the path to the summit of Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology

PMR-D4239
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of the town of Tegernsee with the Herzoglich Bayerisches Brauhaus on Lake Tegern from the summit of Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology

PMR-D4238
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of the path leading from the Aueralm Hut to Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) with Lake Tegern in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology

PMR-D4237
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of the path leading to Mount Fockenstein, seen from the summit (1562 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology

PMR-D4236
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of the Aueralm Hut ((1269 metres) from the summit of Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology

PMR-D4235
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of the path leading from the Aueralm Hut to Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) with Lake Tegern in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology

PMR-D4234
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: summit cross on Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) with Lake Tegern in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology

PMR-D4233
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of the path leading to Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology

PMR-D4232
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: view of Lake Tegern from Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres), with flowers of Arnica montana in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology, wildflowers, botany

PMR-D4231
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: strange rock formations approaching the summit of Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geology

PMR-D4230
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bad Wiessee: Jack-by-the-Hedge or Garlic Mustard (Alliaria petiolata) on Mount Fockenstein (1562 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D4229
Flowering Cobweb Houseleek (Sempervivum arachnoideum) and Thick-leaved Stonecrop (Sedum dasyphyllum).
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D4228
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: snowy Karwendel Mountains reflected in the Wildensee
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery

PMR-D4227
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: snowy Karwendel Mountains reflected in the Wildensee
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery

PMR-D4226
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: snowy Karwendel Mountains from the Kranzberg (1391 metres) with a geological display of rocks in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery

PMR-D4225
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Oxlip (Primula elatior) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D4224
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Kingcups or Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D4223
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: snowy Karwendel Mountains from the Kranzberg (1391 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery

PMR-D4222
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: snowy Wetterstein Mountains from the Kranzberg (1391 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery

PMR-D4221
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: snowy Karwendel Mountains from the Kranzberg (1391 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery

PMR-D4220
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4219
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: masses of Cinquefoil (Potentilla verna) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D4218
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4217
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Tawny Owl (Strix aluco) in Nymphenburg Gardens.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, nesting-hole, wisdom, fauna, night-owl

PMR-D4216
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Tawny Owl (Strix aluco) in Nymphenburg Gardens.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, nesting-hole, wisdom, fauna, night-owl

PMR-D4215
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: the Alps and the Zugspitze, seen from about 100 kilometres away, at sunset, with Munich's Olympia Tower in the centre.
Keywords: lighting effects, extraordinary, remarkable, striking, unusual, Alps, freak lighting

PMR-D4214
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: the Alps and the Zugspitze, seen from about 100 kilometres away, at sunset, with Munich's Olympia Tower in the centre.
Keywords: lighting effects, extraordinary, remarkable, striking, unusual, Alps, freak lighting

PMR-D4213
England, Sussex, Littlehampton: colourful bathing huts, stretching along the beach.
Keywords: sand, holidays, seaside, swimming

PMR-D4212
England, Sussex, Littlehampton: waterfront on the River Arun estuary, with yacht moorings.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, port, harbour, boats, jetty, quay, promenade

PMR-D4211
Flower on Epiphyllum hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, forest cactus, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D4210
Turkey, Mugia Province, Milas: an arched Roman gate, originally part of the town wall, reveals a carved "double axe" ("labrys") on the keystone, which was the symbol of Zeus.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4209
Turkey, Mugia Province, Milas: an arched Roman gate, originally part of the town wall, reveals a carved "double axe" ("labrys") on the keystone on the town-side, which was the symbol of Zeus.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4208
Turkey, Mugia Province, Euromos: a well preserved Roman Temple of Zeus dating from the 2nd century AD has 16 standing Corinthian columns with architraves.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4207
Turkey, Mugia Province, Euromos: a well preserved Roman Temple of Zeus dating from the 2nd century AD has 16 standing Corinthian columns with architraves. Each column was sponsored by a different donor whose name was recorded on a tablet.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4206
Turkey, Mugia Province, Euromos: a well preserved Roman Temple of Zeus dating from the 2nd century AD has 16 standing Corinthian columns with architraves.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4204
Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC.
A wide stairway, part of the Sacred Way, leading from the Propylaeum.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda

PMR-D4203
Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC.
Retaining wall to the north of the Propylaeum.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda

PMR-D4202
Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC.
The best preserved building, the Andron (mens' chamber) of Idreius.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda

PMR-D4201
Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC.
The ruins of the Temple of Zeus, with the Andron of Idreius to the right.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda

PMR-D4200
Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC.
Partly preserved building at the east end of the North Stoa.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda

PMR-D4199
Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC.
View to the south-east of the site where the Propylaeum (entrance) is situated.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda

PMR-D4198
Turkey, Mugia Province, Labranda: Although dating back to the Carians in the 7th century BC, most remaining buildings were erected by Persian satrap, Mausolos, in 4th century BC.
View of the west of the site, with Temple of Zeus and the Andron of Idrieus.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, heritage, Hellenic, Labraunda

PMR-D4197
Turkey, Mugla Province: the coastline near Akbuk, on the way to Milas.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , picturesque, landscape, wooded

PMR-D4196
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Marmaris: statue of a young girl on the quay, with crowded moorings behind.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, monument, sculpture

PMR-D4195
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Marmaris: the sisterships, Bahriyeli A, Bahriyeli B and Bahriyeli D, moored at the quay.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship

PMR-D4194
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: mooring in a deserted bay for snorkeling.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship

PMR-D4193
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: mooring in a deserted bay for snorkeling. With Turkish flag.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship

PMR-D4192
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, fortifications, defence, historic, archeology, antiquity

PMR-D4191
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, fortifications, defence, historic, archeology, antiquity

PMR-D4190
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, fortifications, defence, historic, archeology, antiquity

PMR-D4189
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: Greek ferry of Dodekanisos Seaways passing the island of Symi.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, shipping, colourful

PMR-D4188
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the jetty and harbourmaster's office, with the mosque and minaret behind.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, yachts, port, moorings

PMR-D4187
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: sailing boat Bahriyeli C moored at the jetty.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, picturesque, yachts, port, boats, moorings

PMR-D4186
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: sun-loungers with straw umbrellas spread along the beach.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, yachts, jetty, port, boats, moorings

PMR-D4185
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the town square, with its colourful tiled pavilion surrounded by cafe tables.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, relaxing, coffee bar, gossip

PMR-D4184
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the promenade, with open air restaurant.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, yachts, jetty, port, boats, moorings

PMR-D4183
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the jetty, crowded with small boats, with yacht basin behind.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, port, moorings

PMR-D4182
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Bozburun: the jetty, crowded with small boats, with the mosque and minaret behind.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, yachts, port, moorings

PMR-D4181
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). The "Italian Tower" (left), the "French Tower" (right), and the "English Tower" (centre).
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising

PMR-D4180
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum).
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising

PMR-D4179
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): Greenpeace ship "Rainbow Warrior" in the harbour.
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising

PMR-D4178
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). The "English Tower" on the left.
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising

PMR-D4177
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): architectural site of the tomb of Mausolos (=Mausoleum) built in 353 BC, a wonder of the ancient world.
Keywords: culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising, excavation, ruin, masonry, historic, heritage

PMR-D4176
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): postulated model of the tomb of Mausolos (=Mausoleum) built in 353 BC, a wonder of the ancient world.
Keywords: culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising, mock-up, impression, architecture

PMR-D4175
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): architectural site of the tomb of Mausolos (=Mausoleum) built in 353 BC, a wonder of the ancient world.
Keywords: culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising, excavation, ruin, masonry, historic, heritage

PMR-D4174
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): the German Tower in St. Peter's Castle, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum).
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising

PMR-D4173
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): Indian Peacock (Pavo cristatus), in the grounds of St. Peter's Castle.
Keywords: birds, ornithology, peafowl, colourful

PMR-D4172
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): Greek family gravestone, displayed in the castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum).
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising

PMR-D4171
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): view of the harbour yacht basin, with all berths occupied, from the walls of St. Peter's Castle.
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, pleasure craft, culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising

PMR-D4170
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): view of the town and harbour from the walls of St Peter's Castle, with mosque in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising, fortifications, defence

PMR-D4169
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): the Spanish or Snake Tower in St. Peter's Castle, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum).
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising

PMR-D4168
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): view of the waterfront and town from the castle of St. Peter.
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising

PMR-D4167
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): dog, carrying its own bottle of water.
Keywords: innovation, intelligence, animal tricks, clever pet, canny canine

PMR-D4166
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). View from the harbour.
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising

PMR-D4165
Turkey, Mugla Province, Bodrum: "pirate" ships with bizarre modifications lure passers-by on thr quayside to join a trip round the bay.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, sailing ship, holiday resort, colourful, beach, bathing, lurid, garish, tourism

PMR-D4164
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): view from the harbour.
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, culture, Petronium, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising

PMR-D4163
Turkey, Province of Mugla, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum).
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium, defence, Aegean, Bahriyeli C, marine, cruising

PMR-D4162
Turkey, Mugla Province, Bodrum: Celebrity Cruise Liner "Reflection".
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, holiday resort, colourful, floating hotel, luxury

PMR-D4161
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: "pirate" ship colourfully illuminated at night.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, sailing ship, holiday resort, colourful, beach, bathing, lurid, garish, tourism

PMR-D4160
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: "pirate" ships with bizarre modifications lure passers-by on thr quayside to join a trip round the bay.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, sailing ship, holiday resort, colourful, beach, bathing, lurid, garish, tourism

PMR-D4159
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: "pirate" ships with bizarre modifications lure passers-by on thr quayside to join a trip round the bay.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, sailing ship, holiday resort, colourful, beach, bathing, lurid, garish, tourism

PMR-D4158
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Aerial view of the site.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4157
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Damaged figure of a lion.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4156
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Mythical sea creatures on a panel at the base of one of the columns.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4155
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Two re-erected Ionic columns with architrave.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4154
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Two re-erected Ionic columns with architrave.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4153
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Many such Medusa-heads originally adorned the architrave.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4152
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
The bull's head is a frequently used motiv for column capitals.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4151
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi. The Pronaos with double row of columns which were completed. Remains of a round well in front of the temple.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4150
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Carved base of a column with carved panels of fantasies.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4149
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Carved base of a column with modified "Greek Key" pattern.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4148
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Carved column head with fantasies.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4147
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Carved column head with a pair of Griffins.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4146
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma (the Branchidae) may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Part of the Adyton (interior), originally planted with laurels, and reserved to the priests.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4145
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma(the Branchidae) may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
The drums of a complete fallen column.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4144
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma (the Branchidae) may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Steps leading up to the Stylobate. with two re-erected columns on the long side.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4143
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 m. long by 60 m. wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years,but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma (the Branchidae) may go back to 1000 BC, rivalling Delphi.
Steps leading up to the Stylobate. with two re-erected columns on the long side.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, Roman, Greek, architecture, Aegean, sailing ship, Bahriyeli C, cruising, heritage, Hellenic

PMR-D4142
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: sailing ship Bahriyeli C, moored off the coast.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship

PMR-D4141
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: the flower-lined promenade leading to the popular sandy beach.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, holiday resort, colourful, beach, bathing

PMR-D4140
Turkey, Aydin Province, Didyma: palm trees line the promenade which serves the length of the beach.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, holiday resort, colourful, beach, bathing

PMR-D4139
Turkey, Bodrum Peninsula, Gümüslük: a tempting offer of fresh fish for the gourmet.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, eating, dining, fruit of the sea, restaurant

PMR-D4138
Turkey, Bodrum Peninsula, Gümüslük: a tempting offer of fresh fish for the gourmet.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, eating, dining, fruit of the sea, restaurant

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

PMR-D4136
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: view of the Military Harbour and the Commercial Harbour from the lighthouse on Triopion Peninsula.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4135
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: lighthouse on Triopion Peninsula.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque

PMR-D4134
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula: Yellow-legged Gull (Larus michahellis).
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , ornithology, seabirds, bird life

PMR-D4133
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Shopping street, behind the east-west stoa.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4132
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. The smaller, Roman, amphitheatre, with seating for about 5,000 persons.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4131
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Looking along the line of the east-west stoa, with the remains of the Dionysus Temple on the left.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4130
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. The Dionysus Temple surrounded by stone fragments, with the line of the east-west stoa marked by 3-4 columns.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4129
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. The Dionysus Temple, surrounded by rows of stone fragments, with the Commercial Harbour in the background.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4128
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Fallen Doric columns, with sailing boats in the Commercial Harbour in the background.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4127
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. An antique sun dial.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4126
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Remains of a row of shops.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4125
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Ruined towers for the defence of the Military Harbour, and the present day lighthouse on the Triopian Peninsula.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4124
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. The narrow entry channel into the Military Harbour.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4123
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. View of the Military Harbour (centre) and the Commercial Harbour (left), formerly connected by a strip of water.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4122
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Remains of the circular Athena Temple and altar.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4121
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Shops or business units at the west end of the stoa.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4120
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. The main east-west street.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4119
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Remains of the Dionysus Temple, with the old commercial harbour in the background.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4118
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. One of the ornately carved architrave stones from the Dionysus Temple.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4117
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Knidos: the ruined town dates back to the 4th century BC in its present position and counted about 70,000 inhabitants. It had a famous medical school in its prime. Rows of exquisitely carved architrave stones from the Dionysus Temple, with surviving columns of the east-west stoa.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, Hellenic, classical, excavations

PMR-D4116
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula: sheltering from the sun in the shade of the "Stone Oak" before returning to the ship.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, hiking

PMR-D4115
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula: sheltering from the sun in the shade of the "Stone Oak" before returning to the ship.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, hiking

PMR-D4114
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula: view from the "Stone Oak" Ridge, with the Island of Symi in the distance.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship

PMR-D4113
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula: a circular, domed water cistern from antiquity, on the path to the Stone Oak.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, archeology, historic, archaic

PMR-D4112
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula: Bahriyeli moored in Swines' Bay (Domuzcukuru) for an excursion to the Stone Oak.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship

PMR-D4111
Turkey, Resadiye Peninsula, Datca: view of the harbour, with Bahriyeli moored on the quay.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship

PMR-D4110
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula: ruined houses and former garden walls in the deserted Greek village of Kalamaki.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, ruins, archeology, historic

PMR-D4109
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula: ruined houses and working surfaces in the deserted Greek village of Kalamaki.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, ruins, archeology, historic

PMR-D4108
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula: ruined houses and working surfaces in the deserted Greek village of Kalamaki.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, ruins, archeology, historic

PMR-D4107
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula: approaching the deserted Greek village of Kalamaki: a ruined watch tower.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, ruins, archeology, historic

PMR-D4106
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula: landing with ship's boat for an excursion to the deserted Greek village of Kalamaki.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship

PMR-D4105
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, fortifications, defence, historic, archeology, antiquity

PMR-D4104
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of the perimeter walls of Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, fortifications, defence, historic, archeology, antiquity

PMR-D4103
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of Bozzukale Bay from Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship

PMR-D4102
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: view of Bozzukale Bay from Loryma Fortress which was built by the Hellenes to protect their ships during the Peloponnesian War, in the 5th century BC.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship

PMR-D4101
Turkey, Bozburun Peninsula, Loryma: climbing the peninsula to the ruins of Loryma Fortress, with the sailing ship in the background.
Keywords: maritime, Aegean , cruising, Bahriyeli C, picturesque, sailing ship, hiking

PMR-D4100
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: Unterammergau in the Ammergauer Alps from Mount Hörnle.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D4099
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: picnickers on Mount Hörnle enjoy an impressive panorama.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D4098
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: Hörnle Hut (1390 metres) and viewing platform on Mount Hörnle, from the Middle-Hörnle summit.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D4097
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: Hörnle Hut (1390 metres) and viewing platform on Mount Hörnle, from the Middle-Hörnle summit.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D4096
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: summit cross and viewing platform on top of Mount Hörnle.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D4095
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: view over the town from the top of Mount Hörnle, with the chairlift in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D4094
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Murnau: D-HEMS Eurocopter EC-145T-2 helicopter on a rescue mission on Mount Hörnle.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain rescue, aircraft, ADAC

PMR-D4091
Germany, Bavaria, Kulmbach: Plassenburg Fortress, seat of the Franconian Hohenzollerns for 450 years, dominates the town.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fortificationss, defence

PMR-D4090
Germany, Bavaria, Kulmbach: giant beer casks in front of the Baroque Rathaus (Town Hall) during the beer festival.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage, culture

PMR-D4089
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: an unusual cleft through the cliff, part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century.
Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fantastic, tuff-stone, unusual, grotto, Franconia

PMR-D4088
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: "Vulcan's Cave", part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century.
Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fantastic, tuff-stone, unusual, grotto, Franconia

PMR-D4087
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: a natural gateway through the cliff, part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century.
Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fantastic, tuff-stone, unusual, grotto, Franconia

PMR-D4086
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: an unusual cleft in the cliff, part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century.
Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fantastic, tuff-stone, unusual, grotto, Franconia

PMR-D4085
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: a "ruined" open air theatre, viewed from the "Calypso Grotto", part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century.
Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fantastic, tuff-stone, unusual, grotto, Franconia

PMR-D4084
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: a "ruined" open air theatre, part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century.
Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, fantastic, tuff-stone, unusual, grotto, Franconia

PMR-D4083
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: a golden field of hay awaiting harvest.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, landscape, agriculture, colourful, Franconia

PMR-D4082
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: a golden field of hay awaiting harvest.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, landscape, agriculture, colourful, Franconia

PMR-D4081
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156, framed by bizarre rock formations.
Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, historic, heritage, architecture

PMR-D4080
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156, framed by bizarre rock formations.
Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, historic, heritage, architecture

PMR-D4079
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156, framed by bizarre rock formations.
Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, historic, heritage, architecture

PMR-D4078
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156, was part of a signalling network in Franconia using smoke from the top of its tower.
Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, historic, heritage, architecture

PMR-D4077
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: view from the tower of Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156
Keywords: picturesque, park, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, historic, heritage, Franconia

PMR-D4075
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: Burg Zwernitz, dating back to 1156, was part of a signalling network in Franconia using smoke from the top of its tower. The former inn, in the foreground, is used for its administration.
Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, historic, heritage, architecture

PMR-D4074
Germany, Bavaria, Wonsees: the Oriental Building and its formal gardens, part of the Sanspareil park of bizarre rock formations, about 20 km from Bayreuth. Another brainchild of Markgravin Wilhelmina at the end of the 18th century.
Keywords: picturesque, flowers, colourful, park, architecture, historic, heritage, culture

PMR-D4073
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: one of the shady walks in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Markgravine Wilhelmina.
Keywords: picturesque, park, garden, heritage, gravel path

PMR-D4072
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: rear view of the Sun Temple of Apollo, part of the crescent-shaped New Castle (1750) in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Markgravine Wilhelmina.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, garden, historic, heritage, Baroque, Rococo

PMR-D4071
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: gilded figure of Apollo with four horses, on the dome of the Sun Temple, the centrepiece of the New Castle (1750) in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Markgravine Wilhelmina.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historic, heritage, statue, gold, golden, sun, Baroque

PMR-D4070
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: fountain courtyard in the the Old Castle dating from 1715 in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Margravine Wilhelmina.
Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, grotto, historic, heritage, Baroque

PMR-D4069
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: part of the crescent-shaped facade of the New Castle (1750) in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Markgravine Wilhelmina.
Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, garden, historic, heritage, Baroque

PMR-D4068
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: the Old Castle dating from 1715 in the grounds of the Eremitage, the brainchild of Margravine Wilhelmina.
Keywords: picturesque, park, architecture, grotto, historic, heritage, tuff-stone

PMR-D4067
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: tomb of Richards Wagner (1813-1883) in the garden of his Haus Wahnfried:
Keywords: grave, burial, memorial, tributes, wreaths, Franconia, heritage, historic, music, opera

PMR-D4066
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: maypole in the market place.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, culture, mediaeval, village, cobblestones

PMR-D4065
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): colourful creepers climbing on frames.
Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park

PMR-D4064
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): model village - St Georgen with its lake (gravel) about 1760.
Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park

PMR-D4063
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): model village - St Georgen with its lake (gravel) about 1760.
Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park

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

PMR-D4061
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): view of the park and lake with flower beds in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park

PMR-D4060
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): a colourful bed of mixed flowers.
Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park

PMR-D4059
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): the delicate colouring of this composite flower almost resembles a sea anemone.
Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park

PMR-D4058
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): a mass of purple flowers.
Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park

PMR-D4057
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): Rudbeckia hirta (hybrid).
Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park

PMR-D4056
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): Rudbeckia hirta (hybrid).
Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park

PMR-D4055
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth, Landesgartenschau 2016 (Garden Show): floral colour combinations in a pavilion.
Keywords: picturesque, exhibition, gardening, hoticulture, botany, flowers, annuals , perennials, colourful, park

PMR-D4054
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4053
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4052
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4051
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4050
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4049
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4048
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D4047
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D0623
Thailand, Bangkok: row of standing Buddhas in the cloisters of Wat Pho, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D2891
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the coat of arms of the Grand Master Emery d'Amboise with flamboyant style framing and crowned with a fleur de lys, on the Kastellania (1503), the former law courts, now housing the city library, in Hippocratous Square (Platia Ippokratou) in the old city.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2890
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Street of the Knights of St. John, leading from the harbour direct to the Palace of the Grand Master. The handsome entrance of the Inn of the French Knights, dating from 1492, with the arms of the Order (left) and of Grand Master Emery d'Amboise (right). The building currently houses the French Embassy.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2889
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Street of the Knights of St. John, leading from the harbour direct to the Palace of the Grand Master. The tiny Holy Trinity Church with the figure of the Virgin under a baldachin. The next building (with flags) is the house of the sacristan.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2888
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Street of the Knights of St. John, leading from the harbour direct to the Palace of the Grand Master. On the left the Inn of the Knights of Provence, with four coats of arms over the vaulted gate: top - the arms of France, to the left the arms of the Order, to the right the arms of del Carretto, and bottom Flotta of Toulouse.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2887
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the town, overlooked by the acropolis on its mighty rock.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2886
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the town, overlooked by the acropolis on its mighty rock.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2885
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: Crown Daisies (Chrysanthemum coronarium).
Keywords: wildflowers, botany, plants, colourful, flora, blooms

PMR-D2884
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: Large Rhodian Bellflower (Campanula hagielia).
Keywords: wildflowers, botany, plants, colourful, flora, blooms

PMR-D2883
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos, acropolis: Hellenistic staircase and (20) re-erected Doric columns of the Hellenistic stoa, both dating from about 200 BC. Byzantine church of Agios Ioannis in the background.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2882
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: Wall Pennywort or Navelwort (Umbilicus chloranthus).
Keywords: wildflowers, botany, plants, colourful, flora, blooms

PMR-D2881
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: Crown Daisies (Chrysanthemum coronarium).
Keywords: wildflowers, botany, plants, colourful, flora, blooms

PMR-D2880
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the town from the acropolis, with the 14th century Panagia Church and its belltower and the Platia Eleftherias, the starting point for buses and taxis.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, panorama

PMR-D2879
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the town from the acropolis.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, panorama

PMR-D2878
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the town from the acropolis.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, panorama

PMR-D2877
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the Bay of Pallas, which has a fine sandy beach for bathing.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2876
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: almost completely enclosed, St Paul's Bay is where the apostle is said to have landed during a storm. View from the acropolis.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

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

PMR-D2874
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: Large Rhodian Bellflower (Campanula hagielia).
Keywords: wildflowers, botany, plants, colourful, flora, blooms

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

PMR-D2872
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: common mallow (Malva sylvestris) mixed with large bird's foot trefoil (Lotus uliginosus) in masses on the acropolis.
Keywords: wildflowers, botany, plants, colourful, flora, blooms

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

PMR-D2870
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the town from the path to the acropolis, with the 14th century Panagia Church and its belltower on the right.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, panorama

PMR-D2869
Greece, Island of Rhodes, Lindos: view of the Bay of Pallas, which has a fine sandy beach for bathing.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2868
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the Italian-built Governor's Palace, in a mixture of Venetian and Gothic styles, surrounded by arcades (20th century).
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2867
Greece, Island of Rhodes: part of the Turkish cemetery, a leafy oasis of peace in the new town.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2866
Greece, Island of Rhodes: part of the Turkish cemetery, a leafy oasis of peace in the new town.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2865
Greece, Island of Rhodes: part of the Turkish cemetery, a leafy oasis of peace in the new town.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2864
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the Aga Mosque on Odos Socratous in the old town.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2863
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Suleiman Mosque in the old town with its handsome minaret was built in 1808 on the site of a number of demolished secular buildings.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2862
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the Retzep (Rejeb) Pasha Mosque, built in 1588 by the Turks, using much material from Byzantine and Knights' architecture. It is now used as a Christian church.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2861
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the Retzep (Rejeb) Pasha Mosque, built in 1588 by the Turks, using much material from Byzantine and Knights' architecture. It is now used as a Christian church.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2860
Greece, Island of Rhodes: old Turkish houses off the Odos Omirou in the old town.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, cobblestones

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

PMR-D2858
Greece, Island of Rhodes: a game of backgammon under the city walls, with interested spectator.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, concentration, boardgames

PMR-D2857
Greece, Island of Rhodes: old Turkish houses off the Odos Omirou in the old town.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2856
Greece, Island of Rhodes: carving round an arched door in the old town.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2855
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the Kastellania (1503), the former law courts, now housing the city library, in Hippocratous Square (Platia Ippokratou) in the old city. Above the steps is the artistically carved coat of arms of Grand Master Emery d'Amboise.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2854
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Platia Martirion Efreon (Jewish Martyrs' Square), formerly called "Archbishop Square", named for the ca. 2000 Jews who were rounded up here by the Nazis and transported to concentration camps. In the centre is a fountain, crowned with 3 bronze seahorses, introduced during the Italian occupation.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2853
Greece, Island of Rhodes: sulphur-crested cockatoo (Cacatua galerita) in the Platia Martiron Evreon.
Keywords: exotic, birds, colourful, parrots, fauna, ornithology

PMR-D2852
Greece, Island of Rhodes: red and green macaws (Ara chloropterus) and blue and yellow macaw (Ara ararauna) in the Platia Martiron Evreon.
Keywords: exotic, birds, colourful, parrots, fauna, ornithology

PMR-D2851
Greece, Island of Rhodes: red and green macaws (Ara chloropterus) and blue and yellow macaw (Ara ararauna) in the Platia Martiron Evreon.
Keywords: exotic, birds, colourful, parrots, fauna, ornithology

PMR-D2850
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Hippocratous Square (Platia Ippokratou) in the old city, its fountain surrounded by tavernas, with the castellated towers of the Marine Gate in the background.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2849
Greece, Island of Rhodes: open air cafe under a shady tree by the Inn of the Knights of Auvergne.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2848
Greece, Island of Rhodes: view of the old city walls and moat with the Gate d'Amboise and Palace of the Grand Master behind.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2847
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the sports stadium, dating from the 3rd century BC, on the Acropolis of Rhodes, restored during the Italian occupation. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2846
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the marble amphitheatre on the Acropolis of Rhodes, rebuilt during the Italian occupation. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2845
Greece, Island of Rhodes: three columns of the former Apollo Temple on the Acropolis of Rhodes, re-erected during the Italian occupation. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2844
Greece, Island of Rhodes: three columns of the former Apollo Temple on the Acropolis of Rhodes, re-erected during the Italian occupation. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2843
Greece, Island of Rhodes: three columns of the former Apollo Temple on the Acropolis of Rhodes, re-erected during the Italian occupation. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2842
Greece, Island of Rhodes: view from the Acropolis of Rhodes, with the marble amphitheatre, re-erected during the Italian occupation, in the foreground. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2841
Greece, Island of Rhodes: three columns of the former Apollo Temple on the Acropolis of Rhodes, re-erected during the Italian occupation. It stands on Mount Agios Stefanos (110 metres), also known as Mount Smith.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2840
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Northern Wheatear ( Oenanthe oenanthe).
Keywords: wildlife, birds, ornithology, fauna

PMR-D2839
Greece, Island of Rhodes: ablutions fountain belonging to the Ibrahim Pasha Mosque in Platonos Square. The mosque dates back to 1531, and is the oldest on the island.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2838
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the Byzantine church Agios Spiridon, dates back to the 11th century, and still retains its minaret from its time as a mosque.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2837
Greece, Island of Rhodes: taverna in a courtyard in the old town.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2836
Greece, Island of Rhodes: typical street in the old town, with regular buttress-arches. Tables of a taverna on the left.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2835
Greece, Island of Rhodes: minaret of the Suleiman Mosque, built in 1808, with a typical Turkish house in the foreground.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2834
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Agios Georgios, a Byzantine church from the 14th century, with its cupola drum decorated with arched niches.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2833
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Turkish houses in the Odos Ierokleous, on the line of the old Byzantine defence wall.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2832
Greece, Island of Rhodes: part of the loggia in the inner courtyard of the Palace of the Grand Master, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century on the site of an earlier Byzantine citadel. Largely rebuilt during the Italian occupation.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2831
Greece, Island of Rhodes: entrance to Mandraki Harbour, with deer and stag, the heraldic symbols of the island, on columns either side. Opposite, the Fortress of St. Nicholas with (later) lighthouse, built 1464-7 for the protection of the harbour. The Colossus of Rhodes, erected 292 BC, may have stood astride this harbour entrance.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2830
Greece, Island of Rhodes: entrance to Mandraki Harbour, with deer and stag, the heraldic symbols of the island, on columns either side. Opposite, the Fortress of St. Nicholas with (later) lighthouse, built 1464-7 for the protection of the harbour. The Colossus of Rhodes, erected 292 BC, may have stood astride this harbour entrance.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2829
Greece, Island of Rhodes: entrance to Mandraki Harbour, with deer and stag, the heraldic symbols of the island, on columns either side. Opposite, the Fortress of St. Nicholas with (later) lighthouse, built 1464-7 for the protection of the harbour. The Colossus of Rhodes, erected 292 BC, may have stood astride this harbour entrance.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2828
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the mole of Mandraki Harbour with the fortress and lighthouse of St. Nicholas at the end, and three 15th century windmills in the foreground.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2827
Greece, Island of Rhodes: three windmills (ca. 15th century) standing on the mole of Mandraki Harbour. The mountains behind are on the Turkish mainland.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2826
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Cannonballs embedded in the wall near the Akandia Gate.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence

PMR-D2825
Greece, Island of Rhodes: flowers of the Judas Tree (Cercis siliquastrum).
Keywords: flora, wildflowers, botany, colourful, blooms , blossoms

PMR-D2824
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. The Bastion del Carretto or Italian Tower, built 1515-17 in the "Tongue" of Provence.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence

PMR-D2823
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Part of the "Tongue" of Provence in the south east of the old city.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence

PMR-D2822
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Lavatera sp. growing on wall.
Keywords: wildflowers, botany, botanical, flora, colourful, plants, blooms, pink

PMR-D2821
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Corn Poppies (Papaver rhoeas).
Keywords: wildflowers, botany, botanical, flora, colourful, plants, blooms, red, scarlet

PMR-D2820
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. View of the wall through an arch at St. John's Gate, from the moat.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence

PMR-D2818
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Masses of Crown Daisies (Chrysanthemum coronarium) in the moat between the city wall and "terreplein" of the "Tongue" of England.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence, flora, botany, wildflowers

PMR-D2817
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Tower of the Virgin Mary and its bastion in the south-west corner of the old city.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence

PMR-D2816
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. View between the wall and "terreplein" of the Spanish "Tongue", with the Tower of Spain in the distance.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence

PMR-D2815
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. The "terreplein" (embankment, or second wall) of the Spanish "Tongue"
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence

PMR-D2814
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Part of the Tower of Spain, built in 1489 by Pierre d'Aubusson, whose arms can be seen to the left.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence

PMR-D2813
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Part of the "Tongue of Auverne" with masses of Crown Daisies (Chrysanthemum coronarium) in the foreground.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence, flora, wildflowers, botany

PMR-D2812
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. The Bastion of St George, with piles of Ottoman cannonballs in the moat.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence

PMR-D2811
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. Amboise Gate in the German "Tongue", seen from the moat.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence

PMR-D2810
Greece, Island of Rhodes: freshly caught fish for sale from the boat in Mandraki Harbour.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Rhodos, Rodos

PMR-D2809
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Turkish houses in the Odos Ierokleous, with the clock tower visible at the end.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2808
Greece, Island of Rhodes: entrance to the Palace of the Grand Master between two castellated, round towers. Dating back to the 8th century, the palace was fortified by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2807
Greece, Island of Rhodes: entrance to the Palace of the Grand Master between two castellated, round towers. Dating back to the 8th century, the palace was fortified by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2806
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Street of the Knights of St. John, leading from the harbour direct to the Palace of the Grand Master. The facade of the Inn of the French Knights, dating from 1492.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2805
Greece, Island of Rhodes: ruins of the Greek Temple of Aphrodite in Symis Square, with the Eleftherias (Liberty) Gate in the background.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2804
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the walls of the old city and Palace of the Grand Master, from Mandraki Harbour, with moored pleasure craft.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, landscape, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2803
Greece, Island of Rhodes: entrance to Mandraki Harbour, with deer and stag, the heraldic symbols of the island, on columns either side. Opposite, Evangelismos Church, built by Florestano di Fausto, during the Italian occupation, as a reconstruction of the Knights' Church of St. John, destroyed 1856 by a gunpowder explosion near the palace.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2802
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Street of the Knights of St. John, leading from the harbour direct to the Palace of the Grand Master.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

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

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

PMR-D2799
Greece, Island of Rhodes: pre-Christian mosaic floors from a villa, in the Archeological Museum.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, historic, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2798
Greece, Island of Rhodes: headless marble statue of Aphrodite, the "Venus Pudica" from ca. 400 BC, in the Archeological Museum.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, historic, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, art, sculpture

PMR-D2797
Greece, Island of Rhodes: head of a statue of Zeus from the Hellenic period, in the Archeological Museum.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, historic, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, art, sculpture

PMR-D2796
Greece, Island of Rhodes: marble statue of the Kneeling Aphrodite from ca. 100 BC, in the Archeological Museum.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, historic, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller, art, sculpture

PMR-D2795
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the main hall of the Knights' Hospital, 50 metres long, built between 1440 and 1489. It could accommodate over 100 beds.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2794
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the arcaded courtyard of the "New" Hospital, which now houses the Archeological Museum.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2793
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the arcaded courtyard of the "New" Hospital, which now houses the Archeological Museum. A pile of Turkish cannonballs in the foreground.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2792
Greece, Island of Rhodes: open air cafe under a shady tree by the Inn of the Knights of Auvergne.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2791
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Argyrokastrou Square with the 14th century hospital built by Grandmaster Roger de Pins. Early Christian fountain introduced during the Italian occupation.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Knights Hospitaller

PMR-D2790
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the double crenellated towers of the Cannon Gate to the Grand Masters Palace.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders

PMR-D2789
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the clock tower, built in 1852 on the site of a demolished defence tower.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders

PMR-D2788
Greece, Island of Rhodes: Sultan Mustafa Mosque, built between 1757-1774 in the Mediaeval City.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, historic, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, Ottoman

PMR-D2787
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. The double wall and double moat of the "English Tongue", from the Tower of the Virgin Mary.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence

PMR-D2786
Greece, Island of Rhodes: the massive walls of the mediaeval city, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, up to 12 metres thick. The double wall and double moat of the "English Tongue", from the Tower of the Virgin Mary.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, historic, mediaeval, architecture, Byzantine, Rhodos, Rodos, UNESCO, Knights of St. John, Crusaders, fortifications, defence

PMR-D2785
Greece, Island of Rhodes: house in the old town with collectionof pot plants.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, picturesque, architecture, Rhodos, Rodos

PMR-D2784
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: partial eclipse of the sun by the moon (75%) on 20.03.2015, 10.37 a.m.
Keywords: München, astronomy, solar system, orbit

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

PMR-D2782
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
The largest unit (chief's house ?) has additional internal supports for the roof.
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

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

PMR-D2780
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
Entrance to the village was through this narrow opening in the perimeter wall.
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2779
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
Newly started excavations at the top end of the site.
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2778
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
Specially shaped stones for grinding grain (?).
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2777
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
The lowest level of the excavations, known as "Zone A".
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2776
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
Remains of several units in situ, with a larger one behind.
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2775
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
Partially completed unit of a type which may have been used for storage.
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2774
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
"Cross section" of a dwelling showing the method of construction and wood/mud roof.
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2773
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
Four dwellings in various stages of completion.
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2772
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
Part of the reconstructed enclosure wall with two dwellings.
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2771
Cyprus, Khirokitia-Vouni (Choirokoitia) aceramic Neolithic site, a settlement dating from approximately 6800 BC, in process of ongoing excavation. The village comprises large numbers of circular dwellings built of stone, complemented with pisé and mudbrick.
Three of the accurately reconstructed dwellings.
in the archeological park.
Keywords: archeology, excavations, ruins, prehistoric, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2770
Netherlands, Amsterdam: a row of stately 17th century merchants houses dwarfed by a more modern edifice.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2769
Netherlands, Amsterdam: a fine display of old Delft and contemporary pottery in a shop window in Nieuwe Spiegelstraat in the antiques quarter.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, ceramics

PMR-D2768
Netherlands, Amsterdam: small boats moored under a row of trees in autumn foliage.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, canal

PMR-D2767
Netherlands, Amsterdam: colourful facades reflected in the waters of a canal.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2766
Netherlands, Amsterdam: autumn foliage and handsome facades reflected in the canal water - view from Nieuwe Spiegelstraat.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2765
Netherlands, Amsterdam: autumn foliage and handsome facades reflected in the canal water - view from Nieuwe Spiegelstraat.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2764
Netherlands, Amsterdam: an example of Art Deco architecture, an eclectic mixture of styles.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, Art Nouveau, Jugendstil

PMR-D2763
Netherlands, Amsterdam: "Saturnus", one of the traditional carved stone tablets over the door of an old burgher house.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2762
Netherlands, Amsterdam: the tower of the Westerkerk (1631) at 85m is the highest in Amsterdam. It was designed in Renaissance style by Hendrick de Keyser. Autumn foliage in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2761
Netherlands, Amsterdam: this canal is crossed by five successive bridges.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2760
Netherlands, Amsterdam: Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge), a traditional Dutch lifting bridge.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, engineering

PMR-D2759
Netherlands, Amsterdam: a succession of bridges over the canal.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2758
Netherlands, Amsterdam: colourful houseboats moored on the Brouwersgracht (canal).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, floating homes

PMR-D2757
Netherlands, Amsterdam: autumn foliage reflected in the canal.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2756
Netherlands, Amsterdam: handsome office buildings on Weterings Schans, overlooking the Singelgracht (canal) with the flower-bedecked bridge in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2755
Netherlands, Amsterdam: handsome office buildings on Weterings Schans, overlooking the Singelgracht (canal) from the flower-bedecked bridge.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2754
Netherlands, Amsterdam: handsome office buildings on Weterings Schans, overlooking the Singelgracht, with a passing canal cruiser in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2753
Netherlands, Amsterdam: handsome office buildings on Weterings Schans, overlooking the Singelgracht (canal) from the flower-bedecked bridge.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2752
Netherlands, Amsterdam: handsome office buildings on Weterings Schans, overlooking the Singelgracht (canal).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2751
Netherlands, Amsterdam: the Gothic/Renaissance Revival facade of the Rijksmuseum, designed by Pierre Cuypers, which opened its doord on 13th July 1885. In 2013 it reopened after a ten-year-long reconstruction and medernisation.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, art gallery, paintings, Rembrandt, visual arts

PMR-D2750
Netherlands, Amsterdam: the impressive Gothic/Renaissance Revival facade of Amsterdam Centraal Railway Station, designed by Pierre Cuypers (who also designed the Rijksmuseum) and opened in 1889.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D2749
Netherlands, Amsterdam: the impressive Gothic/Renaissance Revival facade of Amsterdam Centraal Railway Station, designed by Pierre Cuypers (who also designed the Rijksmuseum) and opened in 1889.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland

PMR-D1200
People's Republic of China, Tibet: a lookout terrace on the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra River, at a former river-burial point.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion, landscape

PMR-D1199
People's Republic of China, Tibet: fishing boats on the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra River, with plantations of poplar trees in the background.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage

PMR-D1198
People's Republic of China, Tibet: an arm of the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra River.
Keywords: architecture, landscape, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage

PMR-D1197
People's Republic of China, Tibet: an arm of the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra River, with plantations of poplar trees.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1196
People's Republic of China, Tibet: new bridge over the Yarlung Tsangpo/Brahmaputra River near Dagar.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1195
People's Republic of China, Tibet: colourful Buddha figure carved in the cliffs, with shrine, on the road to Lhasa.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1194
People's Republic of China, Tibet: colourful Buddha figure carved in the cliffs, on the road to Lhasa.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1193
People's Republic of China, Tibet: the snowline on the High Plateau, with snow-covered mountains as a backdrop.
Keywords: Asian, inhospitable, harsh, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, cold

PMR-D1192
People's Republic of China, Tibet: the snowline on the High Plateau, with snow-covered mountains as a backdrop.
Keywords: Asian, inhospitable, harsh, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, cold

PMR-D1191
People's Republic of China, Tibet: yaks/dzo and sheep grazing on the High Plateau.
Keywords: Asian, harsh, inhospitable, cold, fauna, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D1190
People's Republic of China, Tibet: houses on the High Plateau, with snow-covered mountains behind.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1189
People's Republic of China, Tibet: railway depot on the snow-covered High Plateau.
Keywords: Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, cold, inhospitable

PMR-D1188
People's Republic of China, Tibet: yaks/dzo on the snow-covered High Plateau.
Keywords: Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, fauna, cold, inhospitable

PMR-D1187
People's Republic of China, Tibet: yaks/dzo on the snow-covered High Plateau.
Keywords: Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, fauna, cold, inhospitable

PMR-D1186
People's Republic of China, Tibet: Na Qu station, 4513 metres a.s.l., one of the highest stations on the newly opened Tibet Railway.
Keywords: Asian, heritage, historical, Buddhist

PMR-D1185
People's Republic of China, Tibet: locomotive of the newly opened Tibet Railway, the highest in the world, hauling a train through typical scenery.
Keywords: religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, picturesque

PMR-D1184
People's Republic of China, Tibet: restaurant car in the newly opened Tibet Railway, the highest in the world.
Keywords: religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, picturesque

PMR-D1183
People's Republic of China, Tibet: a carriage in the newly opened Tibet Railway, the highest in the world.
Keywords: religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, picturesque

PMR-D1182
People's Republic of China, Xining: TV Tower.
Keywords: architecture, Buddhist, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, colourful

PMR-D1181
People's Republic of China, Xining: a game of Chinese checkers?
Keywords: architecture, colourful, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, Buddhist

PMR-D1180
People's Republic of China, Xining: devout follower prostrating herself in the courtyard of Kumbum Monastery, where Tsongkapa is said to have been born.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, Buddhist

PMR-D1179
People's Republic of China, Xining: row of chedis at Kumbum Monastery, where Tsongkapa is said to have been born, not far from Xining.
Keywords: architecture, Buddhist, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, colourful

PMR-D1178
People's Republic of China, Xining: a revered chedi in Kumbum Monastery.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, Buddhist

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

PMR-D1176
People's Republic of China, Xining: refrigerated figures, modelled out of yak's butter, in Kumbum Monastery. The largest figure represents Guan Yin, goddess of mercy, here interpreted as a man.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, Buddhist

PMR-D1175
People's Republic of China, Xining: courtyard and temple of Kumbum Buddhist Monastery, where Tsongkapa is alleged to have been born, a short distance from the city.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, Buddhist

PMR-D1174
People's Republic of China, Xining: entrance to Kumbum Buddhist Monastery, where Tsongkapa is alleged to have been born, a short distance from the city.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, Buddhist

PMR-D1173
People's Republic of China, Xining: a series of bridges over the canal.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1172
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: main thoroughfare, with skyscrapers of Pudong in the background.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1171
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: finished silk products in the showroom of the silk factory.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1170
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: retrieving silk thread from silkworm cocoons in a silk factory.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1169
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: flowers in a glass of tea, at tea tasting session.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1168
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: tea tasting on a roof terrace teahouse.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life, colourful, architecture

PMR-D1167
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: skyscrapers of Pudong, over the roofs of Yuyuan Garden, originally laid out in 1577.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1166
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: Huxinting Teahouse in Yuyuan Garden, originally laid out in 1577.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1165
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: vase-shaped double doorway in Yuyuan Garden, originally laid out in 1577.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1164
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: roofs with elephants and monkeys, in Yuyuan Garden, originally laid out in 1577.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1163
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: pavilion and colouring maple tree in Yuyuan Garden, originally laid out in 1577.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1162
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: dragon's head at the end of one of the "dragon walls", in Yuyuan Garden, originally laid out in 1577.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1161
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: feeding the goldfish in Yuyuan Garden, originally laid out in 1577.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1160
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: Dianchun Hall in Yuyuan Garden, originally laid out in 1577.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life, colourful, architecture

PMR-D1159
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: mandarin figure in Yuyuan Garden, originally laid out in 1577.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1157
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the Bund at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River, from Pudong.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1156
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the Bund at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River, from Pudong. Illuminated boat passing in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1155
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the Bund at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River, from Pudong. Illuminated boat passing in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1154
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the Bund at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River, from Pudong. Illuminated boat passing in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1153
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the Bund at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River, from Pudong. Illuminated boat passing in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1152
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the Bund at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River, from Pudong.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1151
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the Bund at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River, from Pudong.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life, colourful, architecture

PMR-D1150
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the Bund at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River, from Pudong.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life, colourful, architecture

PMR-D1149
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: Jinmao Tower and the World Financial Center at night.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life, colourful, architecture

PMR-D1148
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: closer look at some of the more colourful buildings on Pudong.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1146
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: skyscrapers of Pudong, with flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life, colourful, architecture

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

PMR-D1144
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: skyscrapers of Pudong, with Oriental Pearl TV Tower, World Financial Centre, Jinmao Tower and Huangpu River, from the Bund.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1143
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: Westin Hotel.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life

PMR-D1142
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: church of the former Benedictine Monastery of St. Michael, on Michelsburg. Seen from Villa Remeis.
Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, architecture

PMR-D1141
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: church of the former Benedictine Monastery of St. Michael.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR-D1140
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: fortified defence wall of Altenburg, with tower.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, fortifications, defence, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR-D1139
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: view of the church of the former Benedictine Monastery of St. Michael, from Altenburg.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR-D1138
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: view of the cathedral towers from Altenburg.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR-D1137
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: the main entrance to Altenburg, across the former drawbridge.
Keywords: picturesque, fortifications, defence, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR-D1136
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: Altenburg, on one of the city's six hills, was last rebuilt in the 16th century.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, fortifications, defence, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR-D1135
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: the two west towers are Gothic in style, copied from the cathedral of Laon, in northern France (including the donkeys!).
Keywords: picturesque, Franconia, fortifications, defence, cobblestones, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR-D1134
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg Cathedral: Adamspforte, the main, and oldest door, with left St Stephen, Cunigunde and Emperor Heinrich II, and right, St. Peter, Adam and Eve.
Keywords: architecture, historical, picturesque, mediaeval, national heritage

PMR-D1133
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg Cathedral: the Gothic nave, with organ and pulpit.
Keywords: picturesque, Franconia, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR-D1132
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg Cathedral: the 19th century pulpit with figures of biblical prophets.
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, mediaeval, historical, architecture

PMR-D1131
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg Cathedral: the magnificent Romanesque Furstenportal with the figures of the 12 Apostles standing on the shoulders of the Old Testament Prophets, with Synagog on the side of the damned and Ecclesia on the side of the redeemed.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, historical, mediaeval, national heritage

PMR-D1130
Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg Cathedral: tympanum of the Romanesque Fürstenportal, showing Christ and the Final Judgement, the damned and the redeemed.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical

PMR-D1129
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: vivid sunset.
Keywords: München colourful, meteorology, clouds

PMR-D1125
Qatar, Doha: they say you can find anything you wish for in the soukh.......
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1124
Qatar, Doha: even the taxidermist has a shop in Al Waqif Soukh.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1123
Qatar, Doha: pavement cafe in Al Waqif Soukh. Most people smoke a "sisha" with their drink.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1122
Qatar, Doha: a textile shop in Al Waqif Soukh.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1121
Qatar, Doha: a huge range of textiles is available in Al Waqif Soukh.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

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

PMR-D1119
Qatar, Doha: many arabs pass the time of day in Waqif Soukh.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

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

PMR-D1117
Qatar, Doha: traditional-style buildings of Al Waqif Soukh, with a minaret in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1116
Qatar, Doha: the state's prestigious new boulevard, Al Corniche.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1115
Qatar, Doha: a pair of Common Mynas (Acridotheres tristis).
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1114
Qatar, Doha: palm-lined approach to the Museum of Islamic Art, with fountain in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1113
Qatar, Doha: entrance to the Museum of Islamic Art.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

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

PMR-D1111
Qatar, Doha: inside the Museum of Islamic Art, showing the stairway.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1110
Qatar, Doha: inside the Museum of Islamic Art.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1109
Qatar, Doha: the Museum of Islamic Art.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

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

PMR-D1107
Qatar, Doha: cafe in Museum Park, overlooking the bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

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

PMR-D1105
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, Palm Towers, and Tornado Tower, with passing dhow. Close-up from across the bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

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

PMR-D1103
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Qatar World Trade Centre, Burj Qatar, Palm Towers, Al Jassimaya Tower, and Tornado Tower.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1102
Qatar, Doha: Sheraton Hotel and Conference Centre.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1101
Qatar, Doha: Olympic Games Building?
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1100
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - twin Palm Towers, Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, and Burj Qatar, with a dhow ferry moored in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1099
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - twin Palm Towers and Al Bidda Tower, with gardens in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1098
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Al Bidda Tower, with gardens in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1097
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, and Burj Qatar.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1096
Qatar, Doha: new developments on the north side of the bay, with green areas and palm trees.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1095
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Palm Tower, Burj Qatar, and Al Jassimaya Tower.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1094
Qatar, Doha: Eastern Reef Egret (Egretta sacra).
Keywords: herons, fauna, birds, ornithology

PMR-D1093
Qatar, Doha: Eastern Reef Egret (Egretta sacra).
Keywords: herons, fauna, birds, ornithology

PMR-D1092
Qatar, Doha: Eastern Reef Egret (Egretta sacra).
Keywords: herons, fauna, birds, ornithology

PMR-D1091
Qatar, Doha: new flowerbeds are being laid out continuously.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1090
Qatar, Doha: new developments on the north side of the bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1089
Qatar, Doha: new developments on the north side of the bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1088
Qatar, Doha: new developments on the north side of the bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1087
Qatar, Doha: foyer of City Centre Mall.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

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

PMR-D1085
Qatar, Doha: Islamic Cultural Centre Building.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1084
Qatar, Doha: Oyster with Pearl monument, with Dhow Harbour in the background.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1083
Qatar, Doha: dhow, with old Doha skyline behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1082
Qatar, Doha: Dhow Harbour with the Museum of Islamic Art behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1081
Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: part of the beach with motor boat hire.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D1080
Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: coastline, with Royal Cliff Beach Resort.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D1079
Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: balconies at Royal Cliff Beach Resort Hotel.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach, patterns, repetition

PMR-D1078
Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: South Pattaya and Pratumnak Road, view from Buddha Hill Look-out.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1077
Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: close-up of the beach and Beach Road, view from Buddha Hill Look-out.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1076
Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: hotels and condominiums lining the beach, view from Buddha Hill Lookout.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1075
Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: Pattaya jetty and floating restaurants from Buddha Hill Lookout, with Plumeria flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1074
Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: Pattaya Bay from Buddha Hill Lookout, with Plumeria flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D1073
Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha: shrine and ferry terminal.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1072
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: ferryboat "Sichang Palace" on the crossing to Sriracha (approx. 1 hour).
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1071a
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: ferryboat "Sichang Palace" arriving from Sriracha.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1071
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful Buddhist grave monuments.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1070
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: bustling Tha Lang Pier with fishing boats and scooter hire, and the look-out tower in the background.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1069
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful jumble of spars and masts in the harbour.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1068
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful fishing boat, with the Chinese Temple in the distance.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1067
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful fishing boats in the harbour, with the look-out tower behind.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1066
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: a closer view of Taam Pang Beach, the only beach on the island.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1065
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: Taam Pang Beach, the only beach on the island.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1064
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: Asdang Pier and fishing boats at Ta Wang.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1063
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: Asdang Pier and fishing boats at Ta Wang.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1062
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful fishing boat moored by the promenade at Ta Wang.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1061
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: fishing boats moored at Ta Wang.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1060
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the jetty with look-out tower from a lower terrace.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1059
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the elegant walkway and beach from the pavilion at Chom Kao Kard.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1058
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the bay with pavilion and white walkway at Chom Kao Kard.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1057
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the raised board walk and the stony beach at Chom Kao Kard.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1056
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: divers pavilions for rest or meditation with a raised board walk down to the rocky shore at Chom Kao Kard.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1055
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: brilliant red flowers of Erythrina.
Keywords: holiday resort, flora, hoticulture, botanical, botany, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1054
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: close-up of the colourful boats in the harbour, from the terrace of the San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1053
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the town and a reservoir from the top terrace of the San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1052
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: dragon pillars and Buddha figures on the concourse of the San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1051
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: colourful Chinese decor in the concourse of the San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1050
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: applying gold foil to a revered figure in a cave in the rock at San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1049
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: niche shrine in the rocks at San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1048
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the harbour from a terrace of the San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple, with colourful roof figures.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1047
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: view of the town and harbour from a terrace of the San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, beach

PMR-D1046
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: a shrine in a small cave at San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1045
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: one of many shrines at San Jao Phaw Khao Yai Chinese Temple.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1044
Thailand, Chonburi, Ko Si Chang Island: the Yellow Buddha and its two companion figures at the Tham Chakrabongse Meditation Centre, seen from the ferry.
Keywords: holiday resort, beach, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1043
Thailand, Chiang Mai: colourful entrance to the Myanmar Buddhist Temple, Wat Sai Moon.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D1042
Thailand, Chiang Mai: part of the moat which surrounds the city on four sides, framed by trees.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1041
Thailand, Chiang Mai: wooden footbridge over the moat, opposite Buat Hat Park.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1040
Thailand, Chiang Mai: model elephants on a traffic island, with Ku Ruang corner of the city wall in the background.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1039
Thailand, Chiang Mai: Ku Ruang Corner of the old city wall, with the moat in the foreground.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1038
Thailand, Chiang Mai: Spotted Dove (Streptopelia chinensis).
Keywords: Buddhist, fauna, ornithology, birds, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1037
Thailand, Chiang Mai: the Chang Lom Chedi in Wat Chiang Mun dates back to 1297. It is borne on the backs of 15 brick-and-stucco elephants.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1036
Thailand, Chiang Mai: part of the moat which surrounds the city on four sides, with reflections.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1035
Thailand, Chiang Mai: part of the moat which surrounds the city on four sides, with reflections.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1034
Thailand, Chiang Mai: part of the moat which surrounds the city on four sides, with Doi Suthep Hill in the distance.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1033
Thailand, Chiang Mai: part of the moat which surrounds the city on four sides.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1032
Thailand, Chiang Mai: partially restored temple complex Wat Chedi Luang, dating from 1441. The red and gold interior of the "wihaan".
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Siam

PMR-D1031
Thailand, Chiang Mai: partially restored temple complex Wat Chedi Luang, dating from 1441. Intricate decoration on the gable of the "wihaan", with Buddha figure and twin nagas in front of the entrance.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Siam

PMR-D1030
Thailand, Chiang Mai: partially restored temple complex Wat Chedi Luang, dating from 1441. One of the monks ringing the bell for prayers.
Keywords: Buddhist, Siam, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D1029
Thailand, Chiang Mai: partially restored temple complex Wat Chedi Luang, dating from 1441. The famous Emerald Buddha was housed in the eastern niche in 1475, Closer look at one of the reconstructed nagas guarding the south entrance, with reconstructed elephants in the background.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Siam

PMR-D1028
Thailand, Chiang Mai: partially restored temple complex Wat Chedi Luang, dating from 1441. The famous Emerald Buddha was housed in the eastern niche in 1475, Buddha in the south niche, with five reconstructed elephants on the terrace.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Siam

PMR-D1027
Thailand, Chiang Mai: partially restored temple complex Wat Chedi Luang, dating from1441. The famous Emerald Buddha was housed in the eastern niche in 1475,
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Siam

PMR-D1026
Thailand, Chiang Mai: some of the colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, horticulture, flowers, botany, botany, flora, picturesque, Siam, colourful, religious

PMR-D1025
Thailand, Chiang Mai: young Thai girl posing in Hmong costume near colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, Siam, picturesque, pretty girl

PMR-D1024
Thailand, Chiang Mai: young Thai girl posing in Hmong costume near colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, pretty girl, picturesque, Siam, colourful, religious

PMR-D1023
Thailand, Chiang Mai: young Thai girls posing in Hmong costumes near colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, Siam, picturesque, pretty girls

PMR-D1022
Thailand, Chiang Mai: young Thai girls posing in Hmong costumes near colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, Siam, picturesque

PMR-D1021
Thailand, Chiang Mai: some of the colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, flowers, botany, flora, religious, colourful, Siam, picturesque

PMR-D1020
Thailand, Chiang Mai: some of the colourful shrubs growing in a coomb on the mountainside, near Nam Tok Monthathon Waterfalls on Doi Suthep Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, flowers, botany, flora, picturesque, Siam, colourful, religious

PMR-D1019
Thailand, Chiang Mai: some of the 300+ steps up to Wat Phra That on Doi Suthep Hill (1676 metres), guarded by twin nagas.
Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, religious, colourful, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D1018
Thailand, Chiang Mai: intimidating gate guard or "yak" at the entrance to Wat Phra That Temple on Doi Suthep Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1017
Thailand, Chiang Mai: worshippers at the shrine of Wat Phra That on Doi Suthep Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1016
Thailand, Chiang Mai: row of seated Buddhas, backed by murals of Buddha's life, in Wat Phra That, on Doi Suthep Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1015
Thailand, Chiang Mai: Lanna-style, copper-plated stupa of Wat Phra That Temple, on Doi Suthep Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

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

PMR-D1013
Thailand, Chiang Mai: a young Hmong girl from a mountain village, with traditional headdress.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1012
Thailand, Chiang Mai: close view of the head of a "naga" at Wat Phra Singh Temple.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1011
Thailand, Chiang Mai: twin nagas guarding the entrance at Wat Phra Singh Temple.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1010
Thailand, Chiang Mai: shrine with large golden Buddha figure in a secondary "wihaan" at Wat Phra Singh temple.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1009
Thailand, Chiang Mai: group of statues of monks, including one life-like wax effigy, in Wat Phra Singh Temple.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1008
Thailand, Chiang Mai: remarkably life-like wax effigy of a deceased monk in Wat Phra Singh Temple.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D1007
Thailand, Chiang Mai: the Lanna-style "wihaan" of Wat Phra Singh temple dating from about 1400, with the Lion Buddha at the end.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D1006
Thailand, Chiang Mai: Wat Phra Singh Temple with the much revered "Lion Buddha", from which the temple takes its name. On the wall some fine "Laai Kham" gold pattern stencilling is to be seen.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D1005
Thailand, Chonburi: entrance to Sriracha Tiger Zoo.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D1004
Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: 12 tigers in an enclosure - a small part of the inventory.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D1002
Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: young girl with head in crocodile's mouth.
Keywords: holiday resort, pretty girl, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D1001
Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: young girl with crocodile.
Keywords: holiday resort, pretty girl, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D1000
Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: young girl with crocodile.
Keywords: holiday resort, pretty girl, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D0999
Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: trainer with arm in crocodile's mouth.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D0998
Thailand, Chonburi, Sriracha Tiger Zoo: trainer with crocodile.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D0996
Myanmar, Yangon: aerial view of the Aung Zeya Suspension Bridge over the Hlaing River.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR-D0992
Myanmar, Bagan: part of a typical rural Burmese village on the road to Bagan.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0991
Myanmar, Bagan: part of a typical rural Burmese village on the road to Bagan.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0990
Myanmar, Bagan: view of Mount Popa (737 metres above Bagan Plain) from the flower-seller's stall.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0989
Myanmar, Bagan: monkey relaxing on Mount Popa, with a temple below in the background.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0988
Myanmar, Bagan: portrait of one of the monkeys on Mount Popa.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0987
Myanmar, Bagan: one of the "Nat" shrines, with some of the 37 Nat principals, on Mount Popa.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0986
Myanmar, Bagan: view of the access road to Mount Popa, with village at the foot of the hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0985
Myanmar, Bagan: one of the principal "Nat" (Spirit) figures, worshipped on Mount Popa.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0984
Myanmar, Bagan: hilly landscape with zedi behind Mount Popa, with monkeys in the foreground.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0983
Myanmar, Bagan: a group of "Nat" spirits, worshipped on Mount Popa.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0982
Myanmar, Bagan: the free-ranging monkeys on Mount Popa are always hungry.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0981
Myanmar, Bagan: shrines on the top of Mount Popa (Sanscrit = "flower"), 737 metres above Bagan Plain.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0980
Myanmar, Bagan: sunset on Bagan Plain.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0979
Myanmar, Bagan: sunset on Bagan Plain.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0978
Myanmar, Bagan: sunset on Bagan Plain.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0977
Myanmar, Bagan: Upali Thein, on the North Plain of Bagan, is a mid-13th century ordination hall and houses some brightly painted frescoes.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0976
Myanmar, Bagan: a pair of bearers with a gong, in the grounds of Alo-pyi Paya on the North Plain of Bagan.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0975
Myanmar, Bagan: the Wetkyi-In-Gubyaukgyi Temple dates from the 13th century and contains some fine frescoes of scenes from the Jataka.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0974
Myanmar, Bagan: woodcarving is a speciality of the Bagan area.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0973
Myanmar, Bagan: some of the pavilions and temples, old and new, on the terrace of Shwezigon Paya at Nyaung U.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0972
Myanmar, Bagan: some of the gilded pavilions on the terrace of Shwezigon Playa, at Nyaung U.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0971
Myanmar, Bagan: the figure of Thagyamin, King of the 37 Nats (Spirits), in a pavilion of Shwezigon Paya, at Nyaung U.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0970
Myanmar, Bagan: the magnificent Shwezigon Paya at 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, golden, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0969
Myanmar, Bagan: the "hti" (umbrella) of Shwezigon Paya, near Nyaung U, is adorned with numerous bells.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0968
Myanmar, Bagan: demolished in the 1975 earthquake, this reconstruction of Bupaya Stupa is completely gilded. The original probably dated back to about 850.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0967
Myanmar, Bagan: Mahabodhi Temple was built by King Zeyatheinkha in 1215 using the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya, Bihar, India, as a model. It has 465 Buddha figures in the niches in the Indian-style tower.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0966
Myanmar, Bagan: Pitaka Taik (Library) built by King Anawrahta in 1058 to house scriptures pillaged from Thaton.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0965
Myanmar, Bagan: Shwegugyi Paya, built by King Alaungsithu in 1131, contains some fine stucco mouldings.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0964
Myanmar, Bagan: Pyu-influenced Pahtothamya, probably built about the beginning of the 12th century.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0963
Myanmar, Bagan: a pair of chinthe (half lion, half dragon mythical beasts) guarding the stairway to Mimalaung Kyaung (Monastery), constructed in 1174 by Narapatisithu.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0962
Myanmar, Bagan: a completely new-build paya in Old Bagan.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0961
Myanmar, Bagan: ruined Tharaba Gate to Old Bagan (9th century).
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0960
Myanmar, Bagan: roadside zedis near Nyaung U.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0959
Myanmar, Bagan: sunset on Bagan Plain.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

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

PMR-D0957
Myanmar, Bagan: an anonymous zedi on Bagan Plain in late sunlight, with Bougainvillea flowers.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0956
Myanmar, Bagan: young Burmese girl wearing the traditional "thanakha" sun protection/make-up.
Keywords: Buddhist, pretty girl, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0955
Myanmar, Bagan: forest of towers and spires on Bagan Plain, seen from the terrace on Shwe Gugyi.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0954
Myanmar, Bagan: seated Buddha in Shwe Gugyi Temple built by King Alaung Sithu in 1141.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0953
Myanmar, Bagan: Ananda Phaya, built about 1100 by King Kyanzittha is one of the biggest and most beautiful of the Bagan temples.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0952
Myanmar, Bagan: Ananda Phaya, built about 1100 by King Kyanzittha is one of the biggest and most beautiful of the Bagan temples.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0951
Myanmar, Bagan: the 9.5-metre-tall Buddha in the northern chapel (Kakusanda) of Ananda Phaya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0950
Myanmar, Bagan: Mahabodhi Temple was built by King Zeyatheinkha in 1215 using the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya, Bihar, India, as a model. It has 465 Buddha figures in the niches in the Indian-style tower.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0949
Myanmar, Bagan: Mahabodhi Temple was built by King Zeyatheinkha in 1215 using the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya, Bihar, India, as a model.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0948
Myanmar, Bagan: Bagan Jetty, on the Ayeyarwady River, from Bupaya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0947
Myanmar, Bagan: Mingala Zedi Paya, built in 1284, in the reign of King Narathihapate.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0946
Myanmar, Bagan: fine mural carving of three-faced Brahma in Nan Paya ("Palace Temple") , a Hindu temple in Myinkaba.
Keywords: temples, Hindu, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque

PMR-D0945
Myanmar, Mandalay: sunset on the Ayeyarwady River, from the Mandalay jetty.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0944
Myanmar, Mandalay: ablutions and clothes-washing in the Ayeyarwady River.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0943
Myanmar, Mandalay: spectators of a volleyball match include a number of monks.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0942
Mandalay. Myanmar, Mandalay: monks crossing the Thinga Yarzar Canal on a wooden bridge.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0941
Myanmar, Mandalay: golden paya reflected in the Thinga Yarzar Canal.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0940
Mandalay. Myanmar, Mandalay: two carved wooden bell-bearers in the Shwe In Bin Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1895, entirely of teak.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0939
Mandalay. Myanmar, Mandalay: realistic Buddha figure in the shrine of the Shwe In Bin Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1895, entirely of teak.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0938
Myanmar, Mandalay: details of some fine wood carving on the roof of the Shwe In Bin Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1895, entirely of teak.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0937
Myanmar, Mandalay: details of some fine wood carving in the Shwe In Bin Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1895, entirely of teak.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0936
Myanmar, Mandalay: light cargo boat on the Ayeyarwady River near Mingun.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0935
Myanmar, Mandalay: light cargo boat on the Ayeyarwady River near Mingun.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0934
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: the ferryboat, waiting to return to Mandalay, about 1-hour away on the Ayeyarwady River.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0933
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: recently completed Molmi Paya, built in memory of monk Molmi Sayadaw, who appears in the Guiness Book of Records for reciting scriptures.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0932
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: 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

PMR-D0931
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: a newly opened old people's home paid for by charitable gifts.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0930
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: Hsinbyume Paya in Mingun, built by King Bagyidaw in 1816 as a representation of the Sulamani Paya, which stands atop Mt. Meru. The seven whitewashed wavy terraces around the stupa, represent the seven mountain ranges around Mt. Meru.
Scafolding in place for repairs to the upper part.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0929
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: view of the ruin of Mingun Paya from the terrace of the Hsinbyume Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0928
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: Hsinbyume Paya in Mingun, built by King Bagyidaw in 1816 as a representation of the Sulamani Paya, which stands atop Mt. Meru. The seven whitewashed wavy terraces around the stupa, represent the seven mountain ranges around Mt. Meru.
Scafolding in place for repairs to the upper part.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0927
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: old, unidentified paya, in need of restoration.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0926
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: the hulk of Mingun Paya, started by King Bodawpaya in 1790 using a labour force of thousands of slaves. If it had been completed, it would have been 150 metres high (three times the present height) and the world's largest paya. It was abandoned in 1819 when the king died, and was later riven by the earthquake in 1838.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0925
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: Young Burmese schoolboy.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0924
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: Pretty Burmese girl with a fan and the traditional "thanakha" (sun screen/make-up) on her face.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0923
Myanmar, Mandalay, Mingun: Pretty Burmese girl with a fan and the traditional "thanakha" (sunscreen/make-up) on her face.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

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

PMR-D0921
Myanmar, Mandalay: barge, laden with timber, on the Ayeyarwady River.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0920
Myanmar, Mandalay: roadside stall serving breakfasts near the jetty on the Ayeyarwady River.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

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

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

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

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

PMR-D0914
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the giant sitting Buddha in Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0913
Myanmar, Mandalay: distant view of the British-built Ava bridge, the only bridge to span the Ayeyarwady River until recent years. Now replaced with a new bridge. Plumeria flowers in the foreground.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0912
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: two monks being photographed in front of the handsome golden zedi of Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high, with colourful tiled terrace in the foreground.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0911
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the colourful tiled terrace and golden pavilions of Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0910
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the handsome golden zedi of Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high, showing the colourful tiled terrace.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0909
Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: the handsome golden zedi of Soon U Ponya Shin Shrine on Sagaing Hill, 240 metres high.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0908
Myanmar, Mandalay: inside the walls of Mandalay Fortress ("Fort Dufferin" during the British occupation).
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0907
Myanmar, Mandalay: the compound of Mandalay Palace (inside the fort) which was completely destroyed during WWII and is in the process of being rebuilt.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0906
Myanmar, Mandalay: the compound of Mandalay Palace (inside the fort) which was completely destroyed during WWII and is in the process of being rebuilt.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

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

PMR-D0904
Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: a handsome terraced tower of Maha Aung Mye Bonzan Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1822 for Queen Meh Nu, wife of King Bagyidaw.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0903
Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: Maha Aung Mye Bonzan Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1822 for Queen Meh Nu, wife of King Bagyidaw.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0902
Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: Nanmyin, a 27-metre-high watchtower which is all that remains of the Ava Palace built by King Bagyidaw. It leans since the earthquake of 1838.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0901
Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: neglected old zedi and temple behind Htilaingshin Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0900
Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: doorway of the neglected, Khmer-style Htilaingshin Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0899
Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: the pagoda-like tower of Bagaya Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1834 entirely of teak. The royal family was traditionally educated here and there is still a flourishing school for trainee monks.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0898
Myanmar, Mandalay, Inwa: the lofty interior of Bagaya Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1834 entirely of teak. The royal family was traditionally educated here and there is still a flourishing school for trainee monks.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0897
Myanmar, Mandalay: young girl with decorated face and head crowned with flowers, near Amarapura.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0896
Myanmar, Mandalay: colourful boats awaiting custom on Lake Taungthaman, near Amarapura.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0895
Myanmar, Mandalay: villagers crossing U Bein's Teak Bridge on Taungthaman Lake, near Amarapura. At 1.2 kilometres, it is the world's longest.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0894
Myanmar, Mandalay: "landscape with figures" from U Bein's Bridge on Taungthaman lake near Amarapura.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0893
Myanmar, Mandalay: fisherman casting his net on Taungthaman Lake, near Amarapura.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0892
Myanmar, Mandalay: figures of monks in Kyauktawgyi Paya, in Taungthaman Village, near Amarapura.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0891
Myanmar, Mandalay: gate guards at Kayauktawgyi Paya near Amarapura - half human, half feline.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0890
Myanmar, Mandalay: the entrance to Kyauktawgyi Paya, near Amarapura, on Taungthaman Lake.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0889
Myanmar, Mandalay: boats with sightseers on Taungthaman Lake, Amarapura, with reflections of a distant zedi.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0888
Myanmar, Mandalay: the courtyard of Mahamudi Paya, containing the revered Mahamudi Buddha, which has acquired a 15cm. thick covering of gold leaf over the years.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0887
Myanmar, Mandalay: a valuable collection of Buddha figures in a corner of Mahamudi Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0886
Myanmar, Mandalay: Mahamudi Paya with the revered Mahamudi Buddha, which has acquired a 15cm. thick covering of gold leaf over the years. There is a permanent queue of followers waiting to pay their respects.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0885
Myanmar, Mandalay: Mahamudi Paya with the revered Mahamudi Buddha, which has acquired a 15cm. thick covering of gold leaf over the years.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0884
Myanmar, Mandalay: preparing breakfast in one of the ubiquitous street cafes.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0883
Myanmar, Mandalay: Atumashi Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1857 under King Mindon Min, was burnt down in 1890. It was rebuilt in1996 using forced labour. Unusually, the roof is formed of rectangular terraces. Bougainvillea in the foreground.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0882
Myanmar, Mandalay: Atumashi Kyaung (Monastery), built in 1857 under King Mindon Min, was burnt down in 1890. It was rebuilt in1996 using forced labour. Unusually, the roof is formed of rectangular terraces.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0881
Myanmar, Mandalay: entrance and clocktower of State Pariyatte Sasana University.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0880
Myanmar, Mandalay: carved wooden nagas on the exterior of Shwenandaw Kyaung which was built in the 19th century under King Mindon Min and was originally part of his palace, becoming a monastery in 1880.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0879
Myanmar, Mandalay: wooden carvings cover the exterior of Shwenandaw Kyaung which was built in the 19th century under King Mindon Min and was originally part of his palace, becoming a monastery in 1880.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0878
Myanmar, Mandalay: wooden carvings cover the exterior of Shwenandaw Kyaung which was built in the 19th century under King Mindon Min and was originally part of his palace, becoming a monastery in 1880.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0877
Myanmar, Mandalay: Vessantara Jakata - intricate gilded carvings in front of the shrine of Shwenandaw Kyaung illustrating the story of King Vessantara, one of the incarnations of Buddha. It is central to the celebrations of Thet Mahachat in Theravada Buddhism.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0876
Myanmar, Mandalay: a Starflower Tree (Mimusops elengi) in the compound of Kuthodaw Paya is reputed to be more than 118 years old.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0875
Myanmar, Mandalay: the enormous, 57-metre-high golden zedi of Kuthodaw Paya was built in the reign of King Mindon Min, and was based on the pagoda at Shwezigon Pya in Nyaung U.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0874
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

PMR-D0873
Myanmar, Mandalay: traditional masks on display at Kuthodaw Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0872
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

PMR-D0871
Myanmar, Mandalay: one of 729 marble slabs inscribed with the entire 15 books of the Tripitaka Buddhist scriptures ("the largest book in the world") at Kuthodaw Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0870
Myanmar, Mandalay: the pagoda of Kyautawgyi Paya, covered with gided filligree-work, with its impressive "hti" or umbrella.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma

PMR-D0869
Myanmar, Mandalay: 900-tonne Buddha, carved from a single block of marble in 1865, in Kyautawgyi Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0868
Myanmar, Mandalay: a resident washing clothes under the shade of a Bougainvillea tree, on Mandalay Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0867
Myanmar, Mandalay: pointing, standing Buddha (Shweyattaw Buddha) in the Byar Deik Paye Pagoda near the summit of Mandalay Hill. According to legend he once prophiesied that a great city would arise here in the year 2400 of the Buddhist Era (1857 AD, the year King Mindon founded Mandalay).
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0866
Myanmar, Mandalay: gilded zedi and shrine on Mandalay Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0865
Myanmar, Mandalay: butterfly on Bougainvillea flowers, on Mandalay Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, Lepidoptera, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0864
Myanmar, Mandalay: an ogre king, with his army behind him, making obeisance in the Sanda Muhki shrine on the top of Mandalay Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0863
Myanmar, Mandalay: the terrace of Sutaungpyei Pagoda on the top of Mandalay Hill, with the pagoda-like roof of the lift shaft.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0862
Myanmar, Mandalay: view from the top of Mandalay Hill, 240 metres high, ascended by 800+ steps. The two white Chinthes guarding the entrance are clearly visible.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, panorama

PMR-D0861
Myanmar, Mandalay: striking mosaic panel in Sutaungpyei Pagoda on the top of Mandalay Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0860
Myanmar, Mandalay: view from the top of Mandalay Hill, 240 metres high, ascended by 800+ steps. The two white Chinthes guarding the entrance are clearly visible.
Keywords: Buddhist, panorama, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0859
Myanmar, Mandalay: standing Buddha in Pyilone Chamtha Pagoda, one of the stations on the ascent of Mandalay Hill.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0858
Myanmar, Mandalay: defensive walls and moat, 3.2 km x 3.2 km. square, surrounding Mandalay Palace and Fortress ("Fort Dufferin" under British occupation).
Keywords: Buddhist, defence, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0857
Myanmar, Mandalay: domestic fowl for sale in an animal dealer's store.
Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0856
Myanmar, Yangon: Maha Wizaya Paya, built 1980 under General Ne Win, to celebrate the unification of Theravada Buddhism in Myanmar.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR-D0855
Myanmar, Yangon: Maha Wizaya Paya, built 1980 under General Ne Win, to celebrate the unification of Theravada Buddhism in Myanmar.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR-D0854
Myanmar, Yangon: floating Shin Upagot Shrine on Lake Kandawgyi, floodlit at night, with reflections in water.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR-D0853
Myanmar, Yangon: Kandawgyi Palace Hotel, reflected in Kandawgyi Lake, in the north of the city.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0852
Myanmar, Yangon: Kandawgyi Palace Hotel, on Kandawgyi Lake, in the north of the city.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR-D0851
Myanmar, Yangon: floating Shin Upagot Shrine on Lake Kandawgyi.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0850
Myanmar, Yangon: floating Shin Upagot Shrine on Lake Kandawgyi, with a colourful pier-based shrine on the right.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR-D0849
Myanmar, Yangon: floating Shin Upagot Shrine on Lake Kandawgyi.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0848
Myanmar, Yangon: the Customs House, on Strand Road, built in 1915.
Keywords: Buddhist, colonial style, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0847
Myanmar, Yangon: the legendary Strand Hotel, opened in 1896.
Keywords: Buddhist, colonial style, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0846
Myanmar, Yangon: the Law Courts on Strand Road.
Keywords: Buddhist, colonial style, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0845
Myanmar, Yangon: Dining Room in the former home of General Aung San (now the "House of Memories" Restaurant).
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0844
Myanmar, Yangon: personal shrine in the former home of General Aung San (now the "House of Memories" Restaurant).
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR-D0843
Myanmar, Yangon: diesel locomotive in Yangon's main station.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples, railway

PMR-D0842
Myanmar, Yangon: inside a carriage of a local train on the city ring line.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0841
Myanmar, Yangon: close-up view of Shwedagon Paya from the Thripyitsaya Bistro on the 20th floor of the Sakura Tower.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR-D0840
Myanmar, Yangon: close-up view of Sule Paya from the Thripyitsaya Bistro on the 20th floor of the Sakura Tower.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0839
Myanmar, Yangon: view of Sule Paya and Yangon River from the Thripyitsaya Bistro on the 20th floor of the Sakura Tower.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0838
Myanmar, Yangon: Bogyoke Aung San Road from the Thripyitsaya Bistro on the 20th floor of the Sakura Tower, with St. Mary's cathedral.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious, Burma, Rangoon

PMR-D0837
Myanmar, Yangon: prayer column on the platform of Sule Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0836
Myanmar, Yangon: gilded carvings of a pavilion on the platform of the Sule Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0835
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

PMR-D0834
Myanmar, Yangon: reclining Buddha in one of the shrines on the platform of Shwedagon Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0833
Myanmar, Yangon: gilded mythical figure holding two nagas, on a pole on the platform of Shwedagon Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0832
Myanmar, Yangon: some of the hundreds of shrines on the platform of Shwedagon Paya, which covers 5 hectares.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0831
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

PMR-D0830
Myanmar, Yangon: the 23-tonne Maha Ganda bell, cast in 1775-9, removed by the British but dropped in the Yangon River. Later recovered by the Burmese and displayed on the platform of Shwedagon Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0829
Myanmar, Yangon: close-up of the enormous "hti" or umbrella on the top of the zedi of Shwedagon Paya.
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0828
Myanmar, Yangon: Botataung Paya
Keywords: Buddhist, Rangoon, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0818
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): head of the large Buddha figure at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0817
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): remains of ancient chedis at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, with a row of Buddha figures, decked in saffron robes.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0816
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): row of Buddha figures decked in saffron robes at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious, historic, national heritage

PMR-D0815
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): row of Buddha figures decked in saffron robes at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0814
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): one of a pair of giant seated Buddhas in front of the chedi at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0813
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): line of Buddha figures in saffron robes at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0812
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): centrepiece at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon is this enormous chedi.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0811
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): reclining Buddha in the compound of Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon temple.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0810
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Phra Thinang Varobhas Bimam (Residential Hall) and Aisawan-Dhipaya-Asana Pavilion reflected in the lake in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0809
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Devaraj-Kunlai Building contains a collection of royal carriages, in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0808
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): one of the western-style buildings in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0807
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Ho Withun (Tower) and Phra Thinang (Royal Residence) with reflections in the lake in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0806
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): reflections of a Chinese-style teahouse in the lake in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0805
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): elephant "topiary" in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0804
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): elephant "topiary" in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0803
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): carved and painted screen in the temple in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0802
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Chinese-style Phra Thinang (Royal Residence) Wepart Chamrun (Heavenly Light) in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0801
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): carved and painted screen in the temple in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, architecture, colourful, religious, historic, national heritage

PMR-D0800
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Ho Withun (Tower) in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0799
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): elephant "topiary" in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0798
Thailand, Ayuthaya (formerly the royal capital 1350-1767): Aisawan-Dhipaya-Asana Pavilion in Bang Pa-In Palace Gardens.
Keywords: Buddhist, national heritage, historic, religious, colourful, architecture, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0797
Thailand, Bangkok: Jim Thompson's House, an assemblage of traditional Thai buildings, is now a museum housing his collection of ethnographical art.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0796
Thailand, Bangkok: Hippopotamus in the zoo in Dusit Park.
Keywords: metropolis, capital city, Siam, wild animals

PMR-D0795
Thailand, Bangkok: wild Monitor Lizard (Varanus spec.) in the moat surrounding Dusit Park.
Keywords: Buddhist, fauna, amphibians, wild animals, metropolis, capital city, Siam

PMR-D0794
Thailand, Bangkok: peacock monument at one corner of the moat surrounding Dusit Park, reflected in the water.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D0793
Thailand, Bangkok: peacock monument at one corner of the moat surrounding Dusit Park, reflected in the water.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D0792
Thailand, Bangkok: one side of the moat surrounding Dusit Park.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0791
Thailand, Bangkok: Rama VIII Suspension Bridge over the Chao Phraya River.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0790
Thailand, Bangkok: the Democracy Monument (stylised angels' wings) erected in 1932.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D0789
Thailand, Bangkok: view of Wat Saket, on the Golden Mount, from Wat Rajanadda.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0788
Thailand, Bangkok: Buddha figures in Wat Rajanadda.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0787
Thailand, Bangkok: unusual prangs on the roof of Wat Rajanadda, from the Golden Mount.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0786
Thailand, Bangkok: the shrine of Wat Saket Ratcha Wora Maha Wihan, built during the reigns of Rama III, IV and V, and completed in Carara marble in the early 20th century, stands atop the Golden Mount.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0785
Thailand, Bangkok: view of the city from Wat Rajanadda, with colourful temple roofs in the foreground.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0784
Thailand, Bangkok: Wat Rajanadda (mid 19th century) in unusual (Burmese?) style.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0783
Thailand, Bangkok: this birdman figure is the symbol of the Siam Bank.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0782
Thailand, Bangkok: a long line of tuk-tuks.
Keywords: Buddhist, temples, picturesque, Siam, capital city, metropolis, architecture, colourful, religious

PMR-D0781
Thailand, Bangkok: line of prayer bells in Wat Saket on the Golden Mount.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

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

PMR-D0779
Thailand, Bangkok: the golden chedi of Wat Saket on the Golden Mount.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0778
Thailand, Bangkok: Buddha shrine in Wat Saket on the Golden Mount.
Keywords: Buddhist, religious, colourful, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Siam, picturesque, temples

PMR-D0776
Cyprus (North): Crown Anemones (Anemone coronaria) on the Karpas Peninsula.
Keywords: Mediterranean, flora, botanical, botany, wild flowers, picturesque, Aphrodite's birthplace, island

PMR-D0775
Cyprus (North): one of the "wild" donkeys living on the Karpas Peninsula in the north-east of the island.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape

PMR-D0774
Cyprus (North): "wild" donkeys thrive on the Karpas Peninsula in the north-east of the island.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape

PMR-D0773
Cyprus (North): Cape Apostolos Andreas and the Klidhes Islands at the tip of the Karpas Peninsula in the north east of the island.
Keywords: Mediterranean, landscape, historic, picturesque, Aphrodite's birthplace, holiday resort, island

PMR-D0772
Cyprus (North), Kantara: mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle on its almost impregnable rock.
Keywords: Mediterranean, Byzantine, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortress defance, ruin

PMR-D0771
Cyprus (North), Kantara: buttress of mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle.
Keywords: Mediterranean, Byzantine, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortress defance, ruin

PMR-D0770
Cyprus (North), Kantara: ruins of mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle.
Keywords: Mediterranean, ruin, fortress defance, landscape, historic, picturesque, Aphrodite's birthplace, holiday resort, island, Byzantine

PMR-D0769
Cyprus (North), Kantara: Barbican and defence tower of mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle.
Keywords: Mediterranean, Byzantine, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortress defance, ruin

PMR-D0768
Cyprus (North), Kantara: ruins of the Barbican of mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle.
Keywords: Mediterranean, Byzantine, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortress defance, ruin

PMR-D0767
Cyprus (North), Kantara: Barbican and entrance gate of mediaeval Kantara Crusader Castle, with Kyrenia mountain range behind.
Keywords: Mediterranean, Byzantine, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortress defance, ruin

PMR-D0766
Cyprus (North), Bogaz: fishing boats in the harbour.
Keywords: Mediterranean, landscape, historic, picturesque, Aphrodite's birthplace, holiday resort, island

PMR-D0765
Cyprus, Paphos: Mavrokolympos Dam and Reservoir.
Keywords: Mediterranean, landscape, picturesque, Aphrodite's birthplace, holiday resort, island, hiking, open air

PMR-D0764
Cyprus, Paphos: Mavrokolympos Dam and Reservoir, with hiker and dog.
Keywords: Mediterranean, landscape, picturesque, Aphrodite's birthplace, holiday resort, island, hiking, open air

PMR-D0763
Cyprus, Paphos: Asprokremnos Reservoir, with unusually high water level.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape

PMR-D0761
England, Wiltshire, Malmesbury: ancient Malmesbury Abbey, originally founded in 675 (as a wooden church), is now used as England, Wiltshire, Malmesbury: ancient Malmesbury Abbey, originally founded in 675 (as a wooden church), is now used as the parish church. Romanesque South Porch is the main entrance.
Keywords: winter, national heritage, historic, architecture, Cotswold stone, picturesque, Cotswolds, Gothic

PMR-D0760a
England, Wiltshire, Malmesbury: well-preserved original dwelling houses near the centre of the town.
Keywords: winter, national heritage, historic, architecture, Cotswold stone, picturesque, Cotswolds

PMR-D0760
England, Wiltshire, Malmesbury: St. John's Almshouse (17th century) with inscription describing an annual 10-pound grant.
Keywords: winter, Cotswolds, picturesque, Cotswold stone, architecture, historic, national heritage

PMR-D0759
England, Wiltshire, Malmesbury: record of annual ten pounds grant by Michael Wickes Esq. to St. John's Almshouse, 1694.
Keywords: winter, national heritage, historic, architecture, Cotswold stone, picturesque, Cotswolds

PMR-D0758
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: sunset.
Keywords: colourful, vivid

PMR-D0757
Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnnale).
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, botany, botanical, wild flowers, plants

PMR-D0756
Germany, Upper Bavaria: The village of Eng, in the Karwendel Mountains, is noted for its alpine cheese.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR-D0755
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

PMR-D0754
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

PMR-D0753
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the "Ludwig Fessler", a paddle steamer, on Lake Chiemsee, Chiemgau, with the Alps in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, dwelling, chalet

PMR-D0752
Germany, Upper Bavaria: a typical house on the Fraueninsel (Women's Island) in Lake Chiemsee, Chiemgau.
Keywords: picturesque, dwelling, chalet

PMR-D0751
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a vintage Zettelmeyer tractor brings up the rear of the procession.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0750
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: costumed members of a stilt-walking group.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0749
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: red uniformed bandsmen of the "Spielmannszug FFW Oberalteich".
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry

PMR-D0748
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: red uniformed bandsmen of the "Spielmannszug FFW Oberalteich".
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry

PMR-D0747
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: pretty girl in costume of brass bandsmen.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0746
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: costumed brass band of the Musikverein Geisenhausen.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0745
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: horn-player in lederhosen.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0744
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: young man in lederhosen carrying a shield for "The Woodchoppers" ("Holzhacker") from Neukirchen..
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0743
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: two of the youngest costumed participants.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0742
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: brass band in blue uniforms.
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry

PMR-D0741
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: brass band in blue uniforms entering the market square under the water tower.
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry

PMR-D0740
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: shooting group trophy winners in costume.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0739
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: smithy with anvil tableau.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0738
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: top-hatted penny-farthing bicycle rider.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0737
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: vintage bicycle group with penny-farthings.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0736
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: festival beer dray of the "Karmeliten Brauerei" drawn by four ceremonial horses.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0735
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: costume group from Hellberg.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0734
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: costumed flagwaver with Bavarian flag.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0733
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Coopers' Guild dancing group.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0732
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: bagpipe player in historic costume.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0731
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: festive beer dray of "Erl Brau".
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0730
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: young girls in matching pale green dresses.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0729
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: shooting club trophy winner.
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry

PMR-D0728
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: shooting club trophy winners in costume.
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry

PMR-D0727
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: horse-drawn decorated wagon.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0726
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: beer dray of "Rohrlbrau", Straubing, a local brewery.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0725
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: children in costume, followed by a brass band in lederhosen.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0724
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Austrian costume group from Walchsee, Tyrol.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0723
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Roman chariot drawn by four black horses executing u-turns in the street.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0722
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: "School of Fantasy" group in "Roman" costume.
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry

PMR-D0721
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: horse-drawn tableau "School of Fantasy".
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry

PMR-D0720
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: four dappled grey horses pulling a Roman chariot.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0719
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: "Nibelungen" festival players group.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0718
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: "Stadtspielmannszug" costume group from Viechtach
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0717
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: costumed flag-waving group.
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry

PMR-D0716
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: cowbell-type rythm group (?)
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry

PMR-D0715
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: "Irlbacher" beer dray.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0714
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: "Irlbacher" six-in-hand horse-drawn beer dray.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0713
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: brass band in lederhosen or dirndl.
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival, pageantry

PMR-D0712
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: gardening club tableau.
Keywords: picturesque, pageantry, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0711
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: children in costume.
Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0710
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Coopers' Guild from Markt Schwarzach.
Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0709
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a four-in-hand horse-drawn wagon.
Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0708
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: "Arcobrau" horse-drawn beer dray.
Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0707
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a costume group with children.
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival

PMR-D0706
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a costume group with children.
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival

PMR-D0705
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a costume group with children.
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival

PMR-D0704
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Freies Fanfarenkorps Straubing (costume group).
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival

PMR-D0703
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Freies Fanfarenkorps Straubing (costume group).
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival

PMR-D0702
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: Freies Fanfarenkorps Straubing (costume group).
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival

PMR-D0701
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: horse-drawn vintage carriage.
Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0700
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: six-in-hand horse-drawn wagon.
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival

PMR-D0699
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a ladies' costume group.
Keywords: picturesque, festivities, colourful, shooting clubs, hobby groups, children, horse-drawn-carriages, beer drays, brass bands, dirndl, regional dress, traditional dress, historical, mediaeval, festival

PMR-D0698
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: a horse-drawn, flower decorated wagon, with the water tower in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0697
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: 7 km. long costumed procession passing through the marketplace in celebration of the 200th Gaubodenfest on 19th August 2012: the Carpenters' Guild.
Keywords: picturesque, festival, mediaeval, historical, traditional dress, regional dress, dirndl, brass bands, beer drays, horse-drawn-carriages, children, hobby groups, shooting clubs, colourful, festivities

PMR-D0696
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: historic Big Wheel, part of the funfair at the 200th Gaubodenfest in August 2012. On the right is the symbol of the festival.
Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval

PMR-D0695
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: newly gilded Holy Trinity column, erected in 1719 as a result of a vow made during the War of the Spanish Succession.
Keywords: historical, cross, golden

PMR-D0694
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Straubing: Stadtturm (City Tower), the landmark of Straubing in the centre of the long Marketplace, dates from 1316.
Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historical

PMR-D0693
Germany, Bavaria, Gössweinstein in "Franconian Switzerland": one of the figures adorning the chancel of the Pilgrimage Church of the Holy Trinity, built in Baroque style in 1730-39 by Balthasar Neumann.
Keywords: Franconia, national heritage, architecture, Fränkische Schweiz

PMR-D0692
Germany, Bavaria, Gössweinstein in "Franconian Switzerland": the richly decorated altar of the Pilgrimage Church of the Holy Trinity, built in Baroque style in 1730-39 by Balthasar Neumann. In the centre is the "miraculous image" of the Virgin, which is the goal of countless pilgrims.
Keywords: Franconia, Fränkische Schweiz, architecture, national heritage

PMR-D0691
Gößweinstein, Fränkische Schweiz: Pilgrimage Church of the Holy Trinity, built 1730-39 by Balthasar Neumann. Germany, Bavaria, Gossweinstein in "Franconian Switzerland": the interior of the enormous Pilgrimage Church of the Holy Trinity, built in Baroque style in 1730-39 by Balthasar Neumann.
Keywords: Franconia, decor, national heritage, architecture, Fränkische Schweiz

PMR-D0690
Germany, Bavaria, Gössweinstein in "Franconian Switzerland": the enormous Pilgrimage Church of the Holy Trinity, built in Baroque style in 1730-39 by Balthasar Neumann.
Keywords: Franconia, national heritage, architecture, Fränkische Schweiz

PMR-D0689
Germany, Bavaria, Gössweinstein in "Franconian Switzerland": the Burg (Castle), dating back to 1076, dominates the town.
Keywords: mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Fränkische Schweiz, Franconia

PMR-D0688
Germany, Bavaria, Tuchersfeld in "Franconian Switzerland": bizarre limestone rock formations tower over the local half-timbered museum.
Keywords: mediaeval, geological, geology, Franconia, extraordinary, Fränkische Schweiz, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR-D0687
Germany, Bavaria, Tuchersfeld in "Franconian Switzerland": bizarre limestone rock formations support a profusion of vegetation.
Keywords: picturesque, geological, geology, Franconia, extraordinary, Fränkische Schweiz

PMR-D0686
Germany, Bavaria, Tuchersfeld in "Franconian Switzerland": bizarre limestone rock formations tower over the local half-timbered museum.
Keywords: mediaeval, geological, geology, Franconia, extraordinary, Fränkische Schweiz, architecture, national heritage, picturesque

PMR-D0685
Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: view of the town and Judenturm (Jews' Tower) from the River Pegnitz, with the weir in the foreground.
Keywords: Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, flowers

PMR-D0684
Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: view of the town and Johanneskirche (St. John's Church) from the river, with colourful flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, flowers

PMR-D0683
Germany, Bavaria, Lauf an der Pegnitz: view of the town and Johanneskirche (St. John's Church) from the river, with colourful flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: Franconia, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, flowers

PMR-D0682
Germany, Bavaria, Nuremberg: Heilig-Geist-Spital (Holy Ghost Hospital), built 1332-39, floodlit at night, and reflected in the River Pegnitz.
Keywords: Franconia, Nürnberg, defence, fortifications, reflections, architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval

PMR-D0681
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Altomunster: the Baroque Abbey Church of the Bridgettine Monastery.
Keywords: architecture, belltower, Catholic

PMR-D0680
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dachau: the Schloss (Palace), from the gardens.
Keywords: architecture, flower-gardens, heritage, Baroque

PMR-D0679
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Freising: interior of Freising Cathedral (Mariendom) which has a Romanesque crypt where the tomb of St. Corbinian is to be found, as well as the "Bestiensaule" ("column of the beasts") a fine example of Romanesque carving. The frescoes are the work of the Asam Brothers and the altar carvings are by Ignaz Gunther. Here: a detail of the rococo carving - a cherub.
Keywords: architecture, Bishopric, rococo, basilica, Romanesque , Corbinian Cathedral

PMR-D0678
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Freising: interior of Freising Cathedral (Mariendom) which has a Romanesque crypt where the tomb of St. Corbinian is to be found, as well as the "Bestiensaule" ("column of the beasts") a fine example of Romanesque carving. The frescoes are the work of the Asam Brothers and the altar carvings are by Ignaz Gunther.
Keywords: architecture, Bishopric, Corbinian Cathedral, Romanesque , basilica, rococo

PMR-D0677
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tutzing: view of the well-wooded town and churches from Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: nature, marina, harbour, sailing boats, Baroque, architecture, picturesque, countryside

PMR-D0676
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Starnberg: yacht regatta on Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: outdoor life, boats, sailing, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR-D0675
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Woodland Ringlet butterfly (Erebia medusa) and Meadow Brown butterfly (Maniola jurtina) on scabious flower on Mount Kranzberg.
Keywords: colourful, insects, Lepidoptera, countryside, nature

PMR-D0674
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Woodland Ringlet butterfly (Erebia medusa) and Meadow Brown butterfly (Maniola jurtina) on scabious flower on Mount Kranzberg.
Keywords: colourful, insects, Lepidoptera, countryside, nature

PMR-D0673
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Woodland Ringlet butterfly (Erebia medusa) and Meadow Brown butterfly (Maniola jurtina) on scabious flower on Mount Kranzberg.
Keywords: colourful, insects, Lepidoptera, countryside, nature

PMR-D0672
Austria, Tyrol, Erl: the Festspieltheater (Festival Theatre), scene of the decennial passion plays.
Keywords: picturesque, cattle, pastoral, architecture, outdoor life, nature, countryside

PMR-D0671
Yellow-flowering Opuntia cactus.
Keywords: botanical, botany, house plants, cacti, flowers, colourful

PMR-D0670
Flowering orchid: Degamoara hybrid "Piranha".
Keywords: botanical, botany, house plants, orchidae, flowers, colourful

PMR-D0669
Flower on Epiphyllum hybrid.
Keywords: botanical, botany, house plants, succulents, flowers, colourful

PMR-D0668
Flowering Amaryllis hybrid (Hippeastrum).
Keywords: botanical, colourful, flowers, house plants, botany

PMR-D0667
Flowering Amaryllis hybrid (Hippeastrum).
Keywords: botanical, colourful, flowers, house plants, botany

PMR-D0666
Flowering Aylostera albiflora x heliasa cactus.
Keywords: botanical, botany, house plants, flowers, colourful

PMR-D0665
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Haag an der Amper: veteran steam 2-4-0 tank locomotive 70083 operating return trips to Freising for the day.
Keywords: steam engine, vintage, rails, railway, loco

PMR-D0664
Flowering Amaryllis hybrid (Hippeastrum).
Keywords: botanical, colourful, flowers, house plants, botany

PMR-D0663
Flowering Amaryllis hybrid (Hippeastrum).
Keywords: botanical, colourful, flowers, house plants, botany

PMR-D0662
Flowering Amaryllis hybrid (Hippeastrum).
Keywords: botanical, colourful, flowers, house plants, botany

PMR-D0661
Pink-flowering Burro's Tail (Sedum morganianum).
Keywords: botanical, botany, house plants, succulents, flowers

PMR-D0660
Pink-flowering Mammillaria woodsii cactus.
Keywords: botanical, house plants, colourful, flowers, cacti, botany

PMR-D0659
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Holy Cross Church in Frottmanning, the oldert church in Munich (established AD815, in Romanesque style).
Keywords: München, historic, architecture

PMR-D0658
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the interior of the Holy Cross Church in Frottmanning, the oldert church in Munich (established AD815). Romanesque chalk paintings on the brickwork, unique in Germany.
Keywords: München, historical, architecture, ancient, frescos

PMR-D0657
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the interior of the Holy Cross Church in Frottmanning, the oldest church in Munich, (established AD815, in Romanesque style), with ancient chalk frescos uncovered on the right wall.
Keywords: München, altars, architecture

PMR-D0656
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit-im-Winkl: winter scene - a stream flowing down a snowy valley.
Keywords: alpine, cold, snow, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0655
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 main prayer hall with its cupola, from the main entrance across the courtyard.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

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

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

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

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

PMR-D0652
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: a colourful floral faience panel with arabesques.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

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

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

PMR-D0650
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: close-upof the floral semi-precious stone inlay in the marble columns of the galleries.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

PMR-D0649
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: floodlit mosaic flower in the middle of each four-column pillar.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

PMR-D0648
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: glass windows, engraved with floral patterns.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

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

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

PMR-D0646
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 mihrab facing Mecca.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

PMR-D0645
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: one of the three, million-dollar, jewell-encrusted chandeliers.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

PMR-D0644
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 Great Hall of Prayer, with the world's largest one-piece carpet.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

PMR-D0643
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: one of the three, million-dollar, jewell-encrusted chandeliers.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

PMR-D0642
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: a crystal chandelier.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

PMR-D0641
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, completed in 2007, cost $545m. and combines Mughal, Moorish and Arab architecture. It was inspired by the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. It has 82 domes and can accommodate 40,000 worshippers. The main hall of prayer contains the world's largest chandelier (over 9 tonnes in weight) and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, and can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers.

This picture: a colourful floral faience panel with arabesques.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

PMR-D0640
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: columned galleries with cupolas surround the courtyard on four sides.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city

PMR-D0639
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 marble courtyard and a minaret, from the arcade.
Keywords: Arab, Islam, Muslim, architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, desert city

PMR-D0638
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.
Keywords: architecture, traditional, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab

PMR-D0637
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: the Great Golden Phra Stratana Chedi, erected in 1885 by King Chulalongkorn.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0636
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a close view of the roof gables of Dusit Maha Prasat Hall, built in 1783 by Rama I for coronations, but now used exclusively for lying in state.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0635
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: the striking Dusit Maha Prasat Hall, built in 1783 by Rama I for coronations, but now used exclusively for lying in state.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0634
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: the King's Grand Palace Building, where the Amarinda Hall is still used for coronations.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0633
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: two fierce yaks guarding one of the entrances.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0632
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: one of many frescos depicting the Ramayan/Ramakien Legends in the cloisters. Painted in 1824, restored in 1982.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0631
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: one of many frescos depicting the Ramayan/Ramakien Legends in the cloisters. Painted in 1824, restored in 1982.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0630
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: one of many frescos depicting the Ramayan/Ramakien Legends in the cloisters. Painted in 1824, restored in 1982.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east

PMR-D0629
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: three of the eight prangs, each different.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0628
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a golden pang supported by colourful demons.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east

PMR-D0627
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: the Emerald Buddha is carved from jasper; originally in Vientiane, after much travelling it finally has a home in Wat Phra Keo.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0626
Thailand, Bangkok: the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo: a colourful demon supporting a golden prang.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, orient, far east

PMR-D0625
Thailand, Bangkok: the Great Reclining Buddha, gilded, 45 metres long, in Wat Pho Temple.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0624
Thailand, Bangkok: entrance to Wat Pho , the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, guarded by two yaks.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0622
Thailand, Bangkok: Buddha's magnificent golden shrine in the bot of Wat Pho, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0621
Thailand, Bangkok: giant standing Buddha in Wat Pho, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0620
Thailand, Bangkok: the entrance to Wat Pho, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, flanked by prangs.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0619
Thailand, Bangkok: a prang in Wat Pho, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, orient, far east, colourful

PMR-D0615
Laos, Vientiane: paintings depicting the life of Buddha round the main doorway of Wat Xieng Nheum temple.
Keywords: capital city, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0614
Laos, Vientiane: the ornate gable of Wat Inpeng temple, with scenes from the life of Buddha, was restored 1968-75, at the same time as the magnificent gateway, on the right.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0613
Laos, Vientiane: the President's Palace stands in its own grounds. looking up Lane Xang Avenue.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0612
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. Children on a school visit, demonstrating traditional Lao dancing.
Keywords: capital city, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0611
Laos, Vientiane: monks' quarters at Wat Ong Teu Mahawihan Buddhist temple.
Keywords: capital city, architecture. picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, largest city, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom

PMR-D0610
Laos, Vientiane: Wat Mixay Buddhist Temple, founded in the reign of King Setthathirat I (1550-71).
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people
temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0609
Laos, Vientiane: That Dam Stupa (Black Stupa), said to be inhabited by a seven-headed naga.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0608
Laos, Vientiane: tuk-tuks lined up outside the bus station.
Keywords: capital city, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom, street scene,

PMR-D0607
Laos, Vientiane: tuk-tuk passing the bus station.
Keywords: capital city, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom, street scene, traffic

PMR-D0606
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. Children on a school visit, demonstrating traditional Lao dancing.
Keywords: capital city, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0605
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. Children on a school visit, demonstrating traditional Lao dancing.
Keywords: capital city, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0604
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. "Young pioneers" on a school visit, practising Lao dancing.
Keywords: capital city, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0603
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. Some of the "young pioneers" on a school visit.
Keywords: capital city, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0602
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. The head of a giant reclining Buddha.
Keywords: capital city, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0601
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. In this construction one enters Hell's mouth and progresses through the earth to Heaven.
Keywords: capital city, ex-Kingdom, relaxed city, largest city, Buddhist, temples, Lao people, colourful, picturesque, architecture

PMR-D0600
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. Many of the visiting "young pioneers" have digital cameras.
Keywords: capital city, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0599
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. A group of "young pioneers" on a school visit.
Keywords: Capital city, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0598
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. A group of "young pioneers" on a school visit.
Keywords: capital city, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0597
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. Two "young pioneers" on a school visit.
Keywords: capital city, pretty girls, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0596
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958. Three young aspiring models.
Keywords: capital city, colourful. Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom, pretty girls

PMR-D0595
Laos, Vientiane: Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park), 24 km. south of Vientiane, displays a plethora of giant Buddhist/Hindu deities formed in concrete, built by Luang Pu in 1958.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0594
Laos, Vientiane: a pair of gilded lions and two nagas, guarding the entrance to a temple.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0593
Laos, Vientiane: Lao youth offering to sell caged birds for release near Pha That Luang.
Keywords: capital city, Lao people, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0592
Laos, Vientiane: ornate gable of Wat That Luang Neua, adjacent to the Pha That Luang stupa.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0591
Laos, Vientiane: ornate gable of Wat That Luang Neua, adjacent to the Pha That Luang stupa.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0590
Laos, Vientiane: statue of King Setthathitath, founder of Pha That Luang, founded by King Setthathitath in 1566. It is the largest and most important stupa in Laos and a natianal monument. The spire allegedly represents an elongated lotus bud.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0589
Laos, Vientiane: statue of King Setthathitath, founder of Pha That Luang in 1566. It is the largest and most important stupa in Laos.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0588
Laos, Vientiane: statue of King Setthathitath, founder of Pha That Luang in 1566 (visible behind). It is the largest and most important stupa in Laos.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful. Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0587
Laos, Vientiane: typical grave stupas in the temple grounds.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0586
Laos, Vientiane: An ornately decorated gable of a Buddhist temple.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0585
Laos, Vientiane: the "sim" of Wat Si Saket, Vientiane's oldest surviving temple, built by Chao Anou between 1819 and 1824.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0584
Vientiane: Row of Buddhas in the cloisters of Wat Si Saket, Vientiane's oldest surviving temple, built by Chao Anou between 1819 and 1824.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, ex-kingdom

PMR-D0582
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - landscaped gardens and natural rock formations.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, geology, bizarre

PMR-D0581
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - landscaped gardens and natural rock formations.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, geology, bizarre

PMR-D0580
Zebra Dove or Peaceful Dove or Barred Ground Dove (Geopelia striata).
Keywords: birds, pigeon, ornithology, Columbidae, flora and fauna

PMR-D0579
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - a natural rock formation (imported).
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, bizarre

PMR-D0578
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - landscaped gardens and natural rock formations.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, botanical

PMR-D0577
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - landscaped water terraces and natural rock formations.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, botanical

PMR-D0576
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - landscaped water terraces and natural rock formations.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, botanical

PMR-D0575
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - landscaped water terraces and natural rock formations.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, botanical

PMR-D0574
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - a natural rock formation (imported).
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, geology

PMR-D0573
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - feeding the giant catfishes.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, fishes

PMR-D0572
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - a pool in the landscaped gardens.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, reflections

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

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

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

PMR-D0568
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - crocodiles in the public pavilion before the performance.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, reptiles

PMR-D0567
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - a crocodile wrestler holding up a young crocodile.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, showmanship

PMR-D0566
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - a crocodile wrestler putting his head in a crocodile's jaws.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, showmanship

PMR-D0565
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - a crocodile wrestler.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, showmanship

PMR-D0564
Thailand, Chonburi: the Million Years Stone Park (Pattaya Crocodile Farm) - a crocodile wrestler.
Keywords: Siam, Buddhist, showmanship

PMR-D0563
Laos, Vientiane: aerial view of Vientiane and the River Mekong.
Keywords: capital city, architecture, picturesque, colourful, Lao people, temples, Buddhist, largest city, relaxed city, ex-Kingdom

PMR-D0562
Thailand, Pattaya: 109-metre-high sculpture of Buddha on Khao Chi Chan rockface to commemorate the golden jubilee of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's rule. The seated image of Buddha subduing Mara recalls a Sukhothai and Lanna style image.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0561
Thailand, Chonburi: Clocktower and Pavilion across the lake from Wat Yansangwararam.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0560
Thailand, Chonburi: Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien), a collection of works of art presented by China in a building completed in 1993 - detail of a pavilion roof with Chinese dragons.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

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

PMR-D0558
Thailand, Chonburi: Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien), a collection of works of art presented by China in a building completed in 1993 - detail of a colourful Chinese dragon on the roof of a pavilion.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

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

PMR-D0556
Thailand, Chonburi: Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien), a collection of works of art presented by China in a building completed in 1993 - the magnificent shrine of Lu Dong Bin, one of the eight immortals.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

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

PMR-D0554
Thailand, Chonburi: Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien), a collection of works of art presented by China in a building completed in 1993 - bronze figure of a Shao Lin martial arts master.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0553
Thailand, Chonburi: Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien), a collection of works of art presented by China in a building completed in 1993 - 18 bronze, life-size figures of Shao Lin monks, each demonstrating a different type of martial art.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0552
Thailand, Chonburi: Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien), a collection of works of art presented by China in a building completed in 1993 - Chinese figures on the second floor terrace.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0551
Thailand, Chonburi: Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien), a collection of works of art presented by China in a building completed in 1993 - colourful Chinese dragon coiled round a pillar.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0550
Thailand, Chonburi: Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien), a collection of works of art presented by China in a building completed in 1993 - bronze figure of Lao Tsu, founder of Taoism (centre).
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0549
Thailand, Chonburi: Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien), a collection of works of art presented by China in a building completed in 1993 - granite Peking lions and Chinese figures guarding the entrance to a shrine.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0548
Thailand, Chonburi: Anek Kusala Sala (Viharnra Sien), a collection of works of art presented by China in a building completed in 1993 - statue of the Eight Immortals Crossing the Ocean.
Keywords: Siam, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0547
Thailand, Chonburi: Buddhist school near Wat Yansangwararam.
Keywords: Siam, architecture, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0546
Thailand, Chonburi: Wat Yansangwararam, completed in 1976 in honour of King Naresuan the Great (1590-1605) and King Taksin the Great (1767-1782). A centre of the Thammayut Nikaya, a Thai order of monks.
Keywords: Siam, architecture, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0545
Thailand, Chonburi: Wat Yansangwararam, completed in 1976 in honour of King Naresuan the Great (1590-1605) and King Taksin the Great (1767-1782). A centre of the Thammayut Nikaya, a Thai order of monks.
Keywords: Siam, architecture, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0544
Thailand, Chonburi: shrine in a Buddhist temple near Wat Yansangwararam.
Keywords: Siam, holiday resort, picturesque, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0543
Thailand, Chonburi: Water temples near Wat Yansangwararam.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, picturesque, temples, Buddhist

PMR-D0542
Thailand, Pattaya: PATTAYA look-out point overlooking the harbour. The letters are illuminated at night and can be seen from afar.
Keywords: Siam, holiday resort, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D0541
Thailand, Pattaya: some of the gilded figures surrounding the huge golden figure of Buddha in Wat Big Buddha.
Keywords: Siam, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque

PMR-D0540
Thailand, Pattaya: golden figure of Buddha in Wat Big Buddha.
Keywords: Siam, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque

PMR-D0539
Thailand, Pattaya: statue of Admiral Krom Luang Jumborn Khet Udomsakdi near the Wat Big Buddha Temple.
Keywords: Siam, monument, national hero, memorial

PMR-D0536
Cyprus, Paphos: porticoed, colonial-style building at Ktima.
Keywords: architecture, gallery, columns

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

PMR-D0534
Cyprus, Paphos: the colonial-style library building in Ktima, with Cyprus-type Christmas tree.
Keywords: architecture, classical, street scene

PMR-D0533
Cyprus, Omodos, in the Tröodos Mountains: ginger tomcat behind a terracotta wine tun.
Keywords: cat, pet, feline, animal

PMR-D0532
Cyprus, Omodos, in the Tröodos Mountains: traditional houses, with pot plants in profusion.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, cobbled street, traditional houses, tavern, old quarter, photogenic

PMR-D0531
Cyprus, Omodos, in the Tröodos Mountains: an orange tree in a village garden.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, colourful, traditional houses, old quarter, photogenic

PMR-D0530
Cyprus, Omodos, in the Tröodos Mountains: the Othodox monastery cloisters.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, photogenic, old quarter, Orthodox

PMR-D0529
Cyprus, Omodos, in the Tröodos Mountains: the Othodox monastery cloisters.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, photogenic, old quarter, Orthodox

PMR-D0528
Cyprus, Omodos, in the Tröodos Mountains: the village square, with gathering storm clouds.
Keywords: pedestrian zone, cobbled street, traditional houses, tavern, old quarter, photogenic

PMR-D0527
Cyprus, Paphos: coastal freighter, "Edro III", registered in Freetown, aground off the south coast near Coral Bay.
Keywords: shipwreck, stranded

PMR-D0526
Cyprus, Paphos: Sea Caves coastline near Coral Bay.
Keywords: rocky, erosion, cliffs, surf

PMR-D0525
Cyprus, Paphos: coastal freighter, "Edro III", registered in Freetown, aground off the south coast near Coiral Bay.
Keywords: shipwreck, stranded

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

PMR-D0523
Aerial view of the snow-covered Alps.
Keywords: alpine, mountains, snow, snowy, summit, steep, craggy, picturesque

PMR-D0522
Aerial view of the snow-covered Alps.
Keywords: alpine, mountains, snow, snowy, summit, steep, craggy, picturesque

PMR-D0521
England, Somerset, Glastonbury: the path up to St Michael's Tower atop Glastonbury Tor, in the care of The National Trust.
Keywords: winter, ancient, green hill, architecture, landscape

PMR-D0520
England, Somerset, Glastonbury: the roofless St Michael's Tower atop Glastonbury Tor, in the care of The National Trust.
Keywords: winter, ancient, green hill, hill, architecture, landscape

PMR-D0519
Holly berries (Ilex aquifolius).
Keywords: botany, trees, Christmas, nature, countryside, shrubs, botanical

PMR-D0518
Holly berries (Ilex aquifolius).
Keywords: botany, trees, Christmas, nature, countryside, shrubs, botanical

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

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

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

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

PMR-D0515
England, Somerset, Wells: the cathedral, reflected in the pool fed by the subterranian wells which were known in Roman times.
Keywords: architecture, Gothic, heritage, mediaeval, Early English. mineral wells, spring water

PMR-D0514
England, Somerset, Wells: inside of the Bishop's Chapel.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, heritage, Gothic

PMR-D0513
England, Somerset, Wells: the Christmas Market
Keywords: architecture, spring water, mineral wells, mediaeval, heritage, Gothic

PMR-D0512
Orchid: Acacallis cyanea hybrid.
Keywords: flower, colourful, delicate, house plant

PMR-D0511
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: the Alps and the Zugspitze, seen from about 100 kilometres away, at sunset, with Munich's Olympia Tower in the centre.
Keywords: skyscape, clouds, meteorology, mountain range, alpine, evening

PMR-D0510
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: the Alps, seen from about 100 kilometres away, at sunset, with the O2 building in the centre.
Keywords: skyscape, clouds, mountain range, alpine, evening

PMR-D0509
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: River Ammer, flowing from the Ammergauer Alps through autumn scenery.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR-D0508
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: looking into the "Bears' Cave" where the bones of cave bears have been found.
Keywords: lair, den, hole, limestone, geology

PMR-D0507
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: the summit of Mount Kofel (1342 metres) with autumn foliage in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine, mountain

PMR-D0506
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: the summit of Mount Kofel (1342 metres) with autumn foliage in the foreground.
Keywords: autumn hues, turning colours, autumn colours, picturesque, countryside, nature, mountain, alpine,

PMR-D0505
Large-flowered Mallow (Malva alcea).
Keywords: wild flowers, botany, colourful, countryside, nature

PMR-D0504
Harebell (Campanula persicifolia).
Keywords: wild flowers, botany, colourful, countryside, nature

PMR-D0503
Germany, Upper Bavaria: autumn foliage on Ismaning Reservoir.
Keywords: autumn hues, turning colours, autumn colours, picturesque, countryside, nature

PMR-D0502
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: Sonnenalm Alpenhut near Gamskopf on a busy weekend.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0501
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Pfronten: summit cross on Gamskopf (1890 metres).
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

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

PMR-D0499
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Schloss Ammerland on Lake Starnberg, built 1683-5 for Albrecht Sigismund von Bayern, after recent renovation.
Keywords: architecture, Baroque, picturesque, palace, onion towers, reflections

PMR-D0497
The full moon.
Keywords: Astronomy, lunar, planet

PMR-D0491
Turkey, Marmoris: approaching the jetty from the sea, with moored yachts, and steep, wooded hills behind.
Keywords: island hopping, yachting centre, port, harbour, holiday resort

PMR-D0490
Turkey, Marmoris: approaching the moorings from the sea, with the castle in the background flying the Turkish flag, and steep, wooded hills behind.
Keywords: island hopping, yachting centre, port, harbour, holiday resort

PMR-D0489
Turkey: crystal-clear waters at a secluded bay on the Turkish coast invite swimmers. The fragmented limestone rocks make landing a daunting thought.
Keywords: island hopping, swimming, rugged coast, rocky coast

PMR-D0488
Turkey: crystal-clear waters at a secluded bay on the Turkish coast invite swimmers.
Keywords: island hopping, rocky coast, rugged coast, swimming

PMR-D0487
Greece, Island of Symi: the clocktower on the point, and waterfront houses.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0486
Greece, Island of Symi: the church and belltower on the point, overlooking the harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

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

PMR-D0484
Greece, Island of Symi: pulling away from the jetty - reflections of handsome buildings in the water
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0483
Greece, Island of Symi: newly renovated classical house among the rocks on the hillsede above Symi port.
Keywords: Dodecanese, architecture, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0482
Greece, Island of Symi: reflections of classical buildings and harbour-master's office in the waters of Symi port.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0481
Greece, Island of Symi: small craft in the harbour basin of Symi port, with the harbour-master's office behind.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0480
Greece, Island of Symi: reflections of classical buildings and quayside in the waters of Symi port.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0479
Greece, Island of Symi: the harbour basin with reflections of classical houses.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0478
Greece, Island of Symi: the harbour basin of Symi port.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0477
Greece, Island of Symi: reflections in the water of moored yachts and classical houses on the hillside.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

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

PMR-D0475
Greece, Island of Symi: colourful belltower of an Orthodox church overlooking Symi port.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0474
Greece, Island of Symi: yachts anchored in the bay, with bougainvillea in the foreground.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

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

PMR-D0472
Greece, Island of Symi: colourful tower of the Orthodox church, with bougainvillea, Symi port.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0471
Greece, Island of Symi: colourful tower of the Orthodox church overlooking the bay.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0470
Greece, Island of Symi: classical houses crowding the hillside across the bay from Symi port.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0469
Greece, Island of Symi: a sunny terrace with blossom overlooking Symi port.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0468
Greece, Island of Symi: an anchor on the jetty of Symi port, with classical houses in the background.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0467
Greece, Island of Symi: classical houses with church on the hillside above Symi port.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0466
Greece, Island of Symi: yacht "Bahriyeli C" moored in Symi harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0465
Greece, Island of Symi: an ideal bay for bathing near Marathountas Beach.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0464
Greece, Island of Symi: Panormitis Monastery and bay, with yacht "Bahriyeli C" rounding the cape.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0463
Greece, Island of Symi: windmill on an island in Panormitis Bay, with moored yacht.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0462
Greece, Island of Symi: the ornate tower of Panormitis Monastery.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0461
Greece, Island of Symi: Panormitis Monastery and harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0460
Greece, Island of Symi: eagles on the tower of Panormitis Monastery.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0459
Greece, Island of Symi: striking pebble-mosaic floor in Panormitis Monastery.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

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

PMR-D0457
Greece, Island of Symi: inside the Orthodox Monastery at Panormitis.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0456
Greece, Island of Symi: inside the Orthodox Monastery at Panormitis.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0455
Greece, Island of Nisyros: a street in Mandraki with colourful bougainvillea flowers.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0454
Greece, Island of Nisyros: a street in Mandraki.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0453
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the old Crusader Fortress looms over the houses of Mandraki.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0452
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the old Crusader Fortress looms over the houses of Mandraki.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0451
Greece, Island of Nisyros: waves pound the dwellings of Mandraki.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0450
Greece, Island of Nisyros: tavernas on the seafront of Mandraki.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0449
Greece, Island of Nisyros: houses in the village of Mandraki.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

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

PMR-D0447
Greece, Island of Nisyros: wall of the acropolis near Mandraki showing the precisely-cut ashlars (fifth century BC).
Keywords: Dodecanese, historic, archeology, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0446
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the path to the hilltop village of Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0445
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the caldera with three craters seen from the approach to Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0444
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the caldera with three craters seen from the approach to Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0443
Greece, Island of Nisyros: abandoned terraces on the path up to Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0442
Greece, Island of Nisyros: all three volcano craters seen from the path up to Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0441
Greece, Island of Nisyros: the volcano crater seen from the path up to Nikeia.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0440
Greece, Island of Nisyros: outlet of a recent fumarole with sulphur crystals.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0439
Greece, Island of Nisyros: outlet of a recent fumarole with sulphur crystals.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0438
Greece, Island of Nisyros: outlet of a recent fumarole.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0437
Greece, Island of Nisyros: old fumaroles in the bed of the volcano crater.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0436
Greece, Island of Nisyros: descending into the crater of the volcano.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0435
Greece, Island of Nisyros: crater of the volcano from the edge of the caldera.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0434
Greece, Island of Kos: restored courtyard of the Casa Romana.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0433
Greece, Island of Kos: Greek kitten.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0432
Greece, Island of Kos: ancient plane tree under which Hippocrates allegedly held forth.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0431
Greece, Island of Kos: Defterdar Mosque in Eleftherias Square.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0430
Greece, Island of Kos: restored Roman courtyard with water supply.
Keywords: Dodecanese, historic, architecture, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0429
Greece, Island of Kos: interior of restored Turkish bath.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0428
Greece, Island of Kalymnos: fishing boat, looking for fish shoals.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0427
Greece, Island of Kalymnos: fishing boat hauling in the nets.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0426
Greece, Island of Kalymnos: fishng boat laying out the nets.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0425
Greece, Island of Kalymnos: fishing boat hauling in the nets.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0424
Greece, Island of Leros: the Kastro from Agia Marina.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0423
Greece, Island of Leros: preserved windmills on Pandeli Ridge.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0422
Greece, Island of Leros: preserved windmills on Pandeli Ridge.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

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

PMR-D0420
Greece, Island of Leros: carillon on the Kastro.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0419
Greece, Island of Leros: Agia Marina, seen through an iron gate on the Kastro.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0418
Greece, Island of Leros: part of the town of Pandeli, seen from the Kastro.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0417
Greece, Island of Leros: preserved windmills on Pandeli Ridge.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0416
Greece, Island of Leros: preserved windmills on Pandeli Ridge.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0415
Greece, Island of Patmos: cargo ship "Gülmar" off the coast of Turkey.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0414
Greece, Island of Patmos: an alley in Skala.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0413
Greece, Island of Patmos: colourful open-air restaurant at Skala.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0412
Greece, Island of Patmos: Skala and its harbour from the Monastery of St. John the Theologian.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

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

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

PMR-D0409
Greece, Island of Patmos: the Monastery of St. John the Theologian - courtyard from above and carillon.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0408
Greece, Island of Patmos: cobbled courtyard in the Monastery of St. John the Theologian.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0407
Greece, Island of Patmos: Orthodox priest and fresco in the Monastery of St. John the Theologian.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0406
Greece, Island of Patmos: fresco in the Monastery of St. John the Theologian.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0405
Greece, Island of Patmos: fresco in the Monastery of St. John the Theologian.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0404
Greece, Island of Patmos: fresco in the Monastery of St. John the Theologian.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0403
Greece, Island of Patmos: fresco in the Monastery of St. John the Theologian.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0402
Greece, Island of Patmos: a beach and bay near Kampos.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0401
Greece, Island of Patmos: the yacht "Bahriyeli C" at anchor.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0400
Greece, Island of Samos: the waterfront at Vathy, with fishing boats moored along its length.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0399
Greece, Island of Samos: the Turkish yacht "Bahriyeli C" in Vathy harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping, Hellenic

PMR-D0398
Greece, Island of Samos: the Turkish yacht "Bahriyeli C" in Vathy harbour.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, moorings, pleasure boats, fishing boats, yachts, harbour, Hellas, Greek Islands

PMR-D0397
Greece, Island of Samos: colossal statue of a kouros from the Heraion , ca. 600 BC, in the Archeological Museum.
Keywords: archeology, pre-Christian, excavations, ancient, sculpture, nude, Hellenic, Greek Islands, Dodecanese

PMR-D0396
Greece, Island of Samos: waterfront and bay at Vathy.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0395
Greece, Island of Samos: Eupalinos Tunnel, built in Polykrates' time (530 BC) to carry water 1036 m. through the Kas mountain.
Keywords: Dodecanese, aqueduct, subterranean, tunnel-boring, engineering feat, historic, Hellenic, Greek Islands

PMR-D0394
Greece, Island of Samos: berries of the Turpentine Tree (Pistacia terebinthus).
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, botany, botanical, trees, shrubs

PMR-D0393
Greece, Island of Samos: Orthodox church and fortified tower on the coast.
Keywords: Dodecanese, island hopping, Hellas, Greek Islands, architecture, landscape

PMR-D0392
Greece, Island of Samos: preparing a fishing boat for a fishing trip at the quayside. With black cat.
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, fishing boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0391
Greece, Island of Samos: the marina
Keywords: Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Hellas, harbour, yachts, fishing boats, pleasure boats, moorings, island hopping

PMR-D0390
Turkey, Kusadasi: cruise liner "Mariner of the Seven Seas" with lights reflected in the water.
Keywords: cruise ship, illuminated, illuminations, cruising holidays

PMR-D0388
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: the "Altes Schloss" (Old Palace) with stone tower.
Keywords: architecture, Upper Franconia, Old Castle

PMR-D0387
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: interior of the Opera House of the Margravine Wilhelmina. Opened in 1748, it is regarded as one of the finest Baroque opera houses in Europe.
Keywords: music, opulent, decor, architecture, classical music, opera, grand opera

PMR-D0386
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: stage of the Opera House of the Margravine Wilhelmina with opulent historical scenery. Opened in 1748, it is regarded as one of the finest Baroque opera houses in Europe.
Keywords: music, grand opera, opera, classical music, architecture, stagecraft

PMR-D0385
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: facade of the Opera House of the Margravine Wilhelmina. Opened in 1748, it is regarded as one of the finest Baroque opera houses in Europe.
Keywords: music, grand opera, opera, classical music, architecture

PMR-D0384
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: facade of the "Neues Schloss", home of the Margraves of Bayreuth.

PMR-D0383
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: "Haus Wahnfried", Richard Wagner's home on the edge of the palace gardens, now houses a museum dedicated to his memory.
Keywords: music, memorial, gardens, architecture, great composer, opera, classical music

PMR-D0382
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: statuary on an island in the pool amidst the greenery of the Hofgarten (Court Gardens).
Keywords: public gardens, peaceful, tranquil, shady, green, park

PMR-D0381
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: statuary on an island in the lake amidst the greenery of the Hofgarten (Court Gardens).
Keywords: public gardens, peaceful, tranquil, shady, green, park

PMR-D0380
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: colourful gardens of the "Neues Schloss" (New Palace).
Keywords: Upper Franconia, garden flowers, herbacious border, flower beds, botanical, botany

PMR-D0379
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: the Festival Theatre on the "Grüner Hügel" (Green Hill) during the performance of an opera of Richard Wagner. Traditional audible announcement of the end of the interval by musicians of the wind section of the orchestra, from the theatre balcony.
Keywords: music, Upper Franconia, social event, Festival Orchestra, grand opera, opera, classical music

PMR-D0378
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: the Festival Theatre on the "Grüner Hügel" (Green Hill) during the performance of an opera of Richard Wagner.
Keywords: music, Upper Franconia, social event, Festival Orchestra, grand opera, opera, classical music

PMR-D0377
Germany, Bavaria, Bayreuth: the Festival Theatre on the "Grüner Hügel" (Green Hill) during the performance of an opera of Richard Wagner.
Keywords: music, Upper Franconia, Upper Franconia, classical music, opera, grand opera, Festival Orchestra, social event

PMR-D0376
Cambodia, Siem Reap: wooden figure of Buddha, carved from a boat in 1500 AD by monks of the Wat Preah Prohm Rath Temple, Siem Reap.
Keywords: Khmer, shrine, Buddhist, religious, tradition

PMR-D0375
Cambodia: Lotus blossom (Nelumbo nucifera) near Lake Tonle Sap.
Keywords: Khmer, beauty, botany, botanical, waterplants, flowers

PMR-D0374
Cambodia, Siem Reap: graceful Apsara Dancing at Sophea Angkor Pich Restaurant.
Keywords: Khmer, traditional, elegant, flowing, style, refinement, beauty, pretty girls, Cambodian beauties, national heritage

PMR-D0373
Cambodia, Siem Reap: graceful Apsara Dancing at Sophea Angkor Pich Restaurant.
Keywords: Khmer, traditional, elegant, flowing, style, refinement, beauty, pretty girls, Cambodian beauties, national heritage

PMR-D0372
Cambodia, Siem Reap: graceful Apsara Dancing at Sophea Angkor Pich Restaurant.
Keywords: Khmer, traditional, elegant, flowing, style, refinement, beauty, pretty girls, Cambodian beauties, national heritage

PMR-D0371
Cambodia, Siem Reap: graceful Apsara Dancing at Sophea Angkor Pich Restaurant.
Keywords: Khmer, traditional, elegant, flowing, style, refinement, beauty, pretty girls, Cambodian beauties, national heritage

PMR-D0370
Cambodia, Siem Reap: graceful Apsara Dancing at Sophea Angkor Pich Restaurant.
Keywords: Khmer, national heritage, Cambodian beauties, pretty girls, beauty, refinement, style, flowing, elegant, traditional

PMR-D0369
Cambodia, Siem Reap: graceful Apsara Dancing at Sophea Angkor Pich Restaurant.
Keywords: Khmer, traditional, elegant, flowing, style, refinement, beauty, pretty girls, Cambodian beauties, national heritage

PMR-D0368
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: view of the approach to Angkor Wat Temple across the causeway over the moat.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine

PMR-D0367
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: view of the approach to Angkor Wat Temple across the causeway over the moat.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine

PMR-D0366
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: Banteay Srei Temple (Citadel of the Women), built by King Rajendravarman in the 10th century: one of the many faces which adorn the temple.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine

PMR-D0365
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: Banteay Srei Temple (Citadel of the Women), built by King Rajendravarman in the 10th century: two of the many faces which adorn the temple.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine

PMR-D0364
Cambodia, Siem Reap: a happy seller of jos sticks in Angkor Wat Temple.
Keywords: shrine, jolly, cheerful, Buddha-figure, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, Khmer

PMR-D0361
Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This picture: a battle scene from the Ramayana.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine

PMR-D0360
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: a colourful "waterbus" on Dubai Creek.
Keywords: modern architecture, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state

PMR-D0359
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: a futuristic cruise boat on Dubai Creek.
Keywords: modern architecture, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab, Arab state

PMR-D0357
United Arab Emirates, Dubai: an "abra" (water taxi), the easiest way of crossing the creek between Deira and Bur Dubai.
Keywords: Arab state, desert city, high rise buildings, Islam, Muslim, Arab

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

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

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

PMR-D0353
Netherlands, Maastricht Cathedral (1225-50): supporters of the door arch of the hill portal: "the Virgin Mary", "John the Baptist", "John of the Gospels", and "Saint Servatius".
Keywords: churches, Gothic, architecture, historic, religion, heritage

PMR-D0352
Netherlands, Maastricht Cathedral (1225-50): supporters of the door arch of the hill portal: "Abraham", "King David", "Moses" and "John the Baptist".
Keywords: churches, Gothic, architecture, historic, religion, heritage

PMR-D0351
Netherlands, Maastricht Cathedral (1225-50): tympanum of hill portal: "Death of Mary", Assumption of Mary" and "Mary ruling in Glory".
Keywords: churches, heritage, religion, historic, architecture, Gothic

PMR-D0350
Germany, Upper Bavaria: flowers of hybrid Azalea "Leopold Astrid" in Munich Botanical Gardens.
Keywords: botany, Rhododendron, flowering shrubs, garden flowers, botanical

PMR-D0349
Germany, Upper Bavaria: The Butterfly House in Munich Botanical Gardens: Peleides Blue Morpho Butterfly (Morpho peleides) from the tropical rainforests of Mexico.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, imago, colourful, exotic, insect, Nymphalidae, Emperor Morpho

PMR-D0348
Germany, Upper Bavaria: The Butterfly House in Munich Botanical Gardens: Indian Leafwing Butterfly (Kallima paralekta) from Java and Sumatra.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, imago, colourful, exotic, insect, Nymphalidae

PMR-D0347
Germany, Upper Bavaria: The Butterfly House in Munich Botanical Gardens: Tailed Jay Butterflies (Graphium agamemnon) from South East Asia.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, colourful, tropical, exotic, insect, imago

PMR-D0346
Germany, Upper Bavaria: The Butterfly House in Munich Botanical Gardens: Tiger Longwing Butterfly (Heliconius hecale) with Red Postman Butterfly (Heliconius erato), both from Central and South America.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, Nymphalidae, imago, insect, exotic, colourful

PMR-D0345
Germany, Upper Bavaria: The Butterfly House in Munich Botanical Gardens: Tiger Longwing Butterfly (Heliconius hecale) with Red Postman Butterfly (Heliconius erato), both from Central and South America.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, Nymphalidae, imago, insect, exotic, colourful

PMR-D0343
Germany, Upper Bavaria: The Butterfly House in Munich Botanical Gardens: Tiger Longwing Butterfly (Heliconius hecale) from Central and South America.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, colourful, exotic, insect, imago, Nymphalidae

PMR-D0342
Germany, Upper Bavaria: The Butterfly House in Munich Botanical Gardens: One-spotted Prepona Butterfly (Prepona demophon) fom Central and South America.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, imago, colourful, exotic, insect, Nymphalidae

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

PMR-D0340
Germany, Upper Bavaria. The Butterfly House in Munich Botanical Gardens: chrysalises and newly-emerged butterflies, including Giant Wood Nymph (Idea leuconoe) (golden-coloured chrysalises), and Leopard Lacewings (Cethosia cyane)
Keywords: Lepidoptera, chrysalis, coccoons, imago, colourful, exotic, insect

PMR-D0339
Austria, Tyrol, Mösern, near Seefeld: a snowy scene in the forest.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D0338
Austria, Tyrol, Grän: Mount Daniel (2343 metres) from the ski piste of Mount Grubigstein.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life, cold

PMR-D0337
Austria, Tyrol, Grän: the Zugspitze (2962 metres), Germany's highest mountain, from the ski piste on Mount Grubigstein.
Keywords: alpine, cold, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D0336
Austria, Tyrol, Grän: the Zugspitze (2962 metres), Germany's highest mountain, with the village of Ehrwald, from Mount Grubigstein.
Keywords: alpine, cold, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D0335
Sweden, Gothenburg: seascape, on leaving the port for Esbjerg.
Keywords: port, dramatic, sunset on sea, setting sun, cloud effects, maritime, Scandinavia, shipping

PMR-D0334
Sweden, Gothenburg, Askim: a frozen lake in the woods in late afternoon winter sunshine.
Keywords: winter, desolate, cold, snow, outdoor

PMR-D0333
Sweden, Gothenburg, Askim: the frozen beach in late afternoon winter sunshine.
Keywords: winter, desolate, cold, snow, outdoor

PMR-D0332
Sweden, Gothenburg, Askim: the frozen beach in late afternoon winter sunshine.
Keywords: winter, desolate, cold, snow, outdoor

PMR-D0331
Sweden, Gothenburg, Askim: the frozen beach in late afternoon winter sunshine.
Keywords: winter, desolate, cold, snow, outdoor

PMR-D0330
Sweden, Gothenburg, Askim: the frozen beach in late afternoon winter sunshine.
Keywords: winter, desolate, cold, snow, outdoor

PMR-D0329
Sweden, Gothenburg, Askim: child on a toboggan in the snow.
Keywords: winter, fun, enjoyment, cold, snow, outdoor, healthy, child, family sport

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

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

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

PMR-D0325
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Christmas Market 2010 - a stall selling coloured lanterns.
Keywords: München, colourful, decorations, lights, lighting, ornaments, illuminations

PMR-D0324
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Christmas Market 2010 - a stall selling Christmas stars.
Keywords: München, colourful, decorations, lights, lighting, ornaments, illuminations

PMR-D0323
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Christmas Market 2010 - a stall selling hot punch ("Glühwein").
Keywords: München, colourful, decorations, lights, lighting, ornaments, illuminations

PMR-D0322
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Christmas Market 2010 - a crib scene with the Holy Family.
Keywords: München, colourful, decorations, lights, lighting, ornaments, illuminations, Holy Family, Christian

PMR-D0321
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: vestibule from the main staircase of the New Palace completed in 1727 for Elector Max Emanuel of Bavaria by Enrico Zuccalli and Joseph Effner.
Keywords: architecture, fluted pilasters, Ionic columns, stucco work, Schloss Schleissheim, Baroque architecture, Schleißheimer Schloß

PMR-D0320
Canada, Quebec City: "trompe l'oeil" historical scene on a blank wall in the Quartier Petit-Champlain.
Keywords: metropolis, street art, architecture, picturesque, French-speaking, national heritage, historic, autumn, cityscape

PMR-D0319
Canada, Quebec City: bronze statue of a dancer.
Keywords: culture, art, dancing figure, contemporary art

PMR-D0318
Canada, Quebec City: colourful Hallowe'en pumpkins and a young admirer.
Keywords: Walpurgisnacht, black magic, witchcraft, spellbinding, witchery, sorcery, magic arts, magic

PMR-D0317
Canada, Quebec City: colourful Hallowe'en pumpkins and witches' clothes.
Keywords: Walpurgisnacht, magic, magic arts, sorcery, witchery, spellbinding, witchcraft, black magic

PMR-D0316
USA; Massachusetts, Plymouth: Plymouth Rock, where the first pilgrims are reputed to have stepped ashore in 1620.
Keywords: Pilgrim Fathers, emigration, Mayflower, early settlers, seaport, port, New England

PMR-D0315
USA; Massachusetts, Plymouth: inside the replica of the "Mayflower" which sailed from England to Plymouth MA in 55 days in 1957. Contemporary pilgrim's costume.
Keywords: Pilgrim Fathers, emigration, Mayflower, early settlers, seaport, port, New England

PMR-D0314
USA; Massachusetts, Plymouth: inside the replica of the "Mayflower" which sailed from England to Plymouth MA in 55 days in 1957. The binnacle and navigation gear.
Keywords: Pilgrim Fathers, emigration, Mayflower, early settlers, seaport, port, New England

PMR-D0313
USA; Massachusetts, Plymouth: inside the replica of the "Mayflower" which sailed from England to Plymouth MA in 55 days in 1957. The captain's quarters.
Keywords: Pilgrim Fathers, emigration, Mayflower, early settlers, seaport, port, New England

PMR-D0312
USA; Massachusetts, Plymouth: inside the replica of the "Mayflower" which sailed from England to Plymouth MA in 55 days in 1957. One of the better cabins.
Keywords: Pilgrim Fathers, New England, port, seaport, early settlers, Mayflower, emigration

PMR-D0311
Canada, Montreal: tower of the 1976 Summer Olympics Stadium, at 176 metres, the highest inclined tower in the world.
Keywords: architecture, Olympic Games, sports stadium, Big O

PMR-D0310
Canada, Montreal: interior of Notre Dame Basilica, a Roman Catholic Gothic revival church, built between 1824 and 1829.
Keywords: architecture, decor, lighting effects

PMR-D0309
Musk Mallow (Malva moschata).
Keywords: nature, plants, wild flowers, botanical, botany, countryside

PMR-D0308
Dark Mullein (Verbascum nigrum).
Keywords: plants, nature, countryside, botany, botanical, wild flowers

PMR-D0307
Dwarf Corn Poppies (Papaver Rhoeas)
Keywords: countryside, plants, wild flowers, botanical, botany

PMR-D0306
Flowers of the Kaffir Lily (Clivia)
Keywords: botany, botanical, plants, house plants, flowers, flowering, blooms

PMR-D0305
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: new ski-jumps in the1936 Winter Olympics Stadium.
Keywords: winter sports, skiing, snow sport

PMR-D0304
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: entrance pylons to the 1936 Winter Olympic Stadium.
Keywords: National Socialist Party, ski-jumps, NAZIs, architecture, winter sports

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

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

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

PMR-D0300
Germany, Berlin: Courtyard in the "Hackesche Höfe".
Keywords: architecture, Art Deco, Jugendstil, pedestrian zone, revitalised, renovated, fashionable

PMR-D0299
Germany, Berlin: Courtyard in the "Hackesche Höfe".
Keywords: architecture, pedestrian zone, revitalised, renovated, fashionable

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

PMR-D0297
Germany, Berlin: Interior of the newly restored Staatstheater (State Theatre) in Gendarmenmarkt Square, now an impressive concert hall.
Keywords: culture, luxurious, auditorium, decor, music performance

PMR-D0291
Germany, Berlin: light-reflecting mirrors in the dome of the new Reichstag Building designed by architect Norman Foster.
Keywords: Bundestag, revolutionary, contemporary, architecture

PMR-D0290
Germany, Berlin: mirrored roof of the dome of the new Reichstag Building designed by architect Norman Foster.
Keywords: Bundestag, architecture, contemporary, revolutionary

PMR-D0289
Germany, Berlin, Pergammon Museum: ceramic tiles depicting the Royal Bodyguards from Darius Palace at Susa (Persian 521-486 BC).
Keywords: archeological, Iran, archeology, unique

PMR-D0288
Germany, Berlin, Pergammon Museum: model of the Ceremonial Way to the Ishtar Gate in Babylon.
Keywords: archeological, archeology, King Nebuchadnezzar, Babylon, unique

PMR-D0287
Germany, Berlin, Neues Museum (New Museum): unfinished carved head of a princess from the Amarna period (Egyptian, XVIII Dynasty).
Keywords: Egyptology, Egyptian art, Egyptian artefacts, unique, archeological, archeology

PMR-D0286
Germany, Berlin, Pergammon Museum: the original Ishtar Gate, the eighth gate to inner Babylon, built to the orders of King Nebuchadnezzar in about 575 BC. A copy stands in its place in present-day Iraq.
Keywords: archeological, archeology, King Nebuchadnezzar, Babylon, unique

PMR-D0285
Germany, Berlin, Neues Museum (New Museum): carved bust of King Amenemhat (Egyptian, XXII Dynasty, 1840 BC, granite).
Keywords: Egyptology, Egyptian art, Egyptian artefacts, unique, archeological, archeology

PMR-D0284
Germany, Berlin, Neues Museum (New Museum): bust of Homer (copy of marble bust in Naples Museum 1875 by Gaetano Rosse, of Hellenic origin.).
Keywords: Egyptology, Egyptian art, Egyptian artefacts, unique, archeological, archeology

PMR-D0283
Germany, Berlin, Neues Museum (New Museum): Egyptian mummy mask of woman with bracelets in the form of snakes (1st century AD, Kartonage).
Keywords: Egyptology, Egyptian art, Egyptian artefacts, unique, archeological, archeology

PMR-D0282
Germany, Berlin, Neues Museum (New Museum): Egyptian mummy mask of Pasyg (Aischines), (Greek, 1st century AD).
Keywords: Egyptology, Egyptian art, Egyptian artefacts, unique, archeological, archeology

PMR-D0281
Germany, Berlin, Neues Museum (New Museum): relief from Cult Chamber of Amenhotep and wife Renenutet (Egyptian, XVIII Dynasty).
Keywords: Egyptology, Egyptian art, Egyptian artefacts, unique, archeological, archeology

PMR-D0280
Germany, Berlin, Neues Museum (New Museum): two of the original frescoes, saved from the pre-war museum: Island of Philae; and the Temple of Ramses II, Abu Simbel (before it was flooded).
Keywords: Egyptology, Egyptian art, Egyptian artefacts, unique, archeological, archeology

PMR-D0279
Germany, Berlin, Neues Museum (New Museum): sculptured head of King Amasis (Egyptian, XXVI Dynasty, 550 BC, siltstone)
Keywords: Egyptology, Egyptian art, Egyptian artefacts, unique, archeological, archeology

PMR-D0278
Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: Alpine hut near the summit of Hochplatte.
Keywords: alpine, Almhütte, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0277
Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: flowers of the highly poisonous Deadly Nightshade (Atropa bella-donna) on Hochplatte.
Keywords: alpine, plants, flowers, botanical, botany, flora and fauna, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life, poison

PMR-D0276
Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: cow with cowbell near the summit of Hochplatte.
Keywords: alpine, cow portrait, grazing, cattle, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0275
Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: cows near the summit of Hochplatte.
Keywords: alpine, grazing, cattle, flora and fauna, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0274
Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: Turkscap Lily (Lilium martagon) on the summit of Hochplatte.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, flora and fauna, botany, botanical, flowers, plants

PMR-D0273
Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: Turkscap Lily (Lilium martagon) on the summit of Hochplatte.
Keywords: alpine, plants, flowers, botanical, botany, flora and fauna, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0272
Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: Turkscap Lily (Lilium martagon) on the summit of Hochplatte.
Keywords: alpine, plants, flowers, botanical, botany, flora and fauna, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0271
Thailand, Chonburi: traditional Thai dancing at Nong Nooch Gardens.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D0270
Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: a dog's life!
Keywords: holiday resort, smoking & drinking, dissipated, humour, humor, dog, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam

PMR-D0269
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.

Engraved crystal windows in the Great Mosque.
Keywords: Arab state, precious, costly, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran

PMR-D0268
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.

Interior of the Great Mosque, showing the Mihrab.
Keywords: Arab state, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, costly, precious

PMR-D0267
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.

Interior of the Great Mosque, with bejewelled chandelier in the foreground.
Keywords: Arab state, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, costly, precious

PMR-D0266
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.

Interior of the Great Mosque, showing the enormous carpet.
Keywords: Arab state, precious, costly, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran

PMR-D0265
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.

The bejewelled chandelier from below.
Keywords: Arab state, precious, costly, Muslim, Islam, desert city, minarets, muezzin, Koran

PMR-D0264
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.

Interior of the Great Mosque, with bejewelled chandelier in the foreground.
Keywords: Arab state, Koran, muezzin, minarets, desert city, Islam, Muslim, costly, precious

PMR-D0263
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: new pavilion for the new formula 1 motor racetrack on Yas Island.
Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city

PMR-D0262
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre.
Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city

PMR-D0261
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre - the foyer.
Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city

PMR-D0260
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre.
Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city

PMR-D0259
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre.
Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city

PMR-D0258
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre.
Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city

PMR-D0257
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre.
Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city

PMR-D0256
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre.
Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city

PMR-D0255
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi: inside Marina Mall Shopping Centre.
Keywords: modern architecture, costly, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Arab, Muslim, Islam, desert city

PMR-D0254
Jordan, Madaba: part of a huge mosaic, dating from AD560, which consists of a map of the Middle East describing (in Greek) all major biblical sites of the time. Estimated to have had about 2 million pieces originally. To be seen in St. George's Greek Orthodox Church.
Keywords: archeology, Palestine, archeological, excavations, ruins

PMR-D0253
Jordan, Madaba: part of a huge mosaic, dating from AD560, which consists of a map of the Middle East describing (in Greek) all major biblical sites of the time. Estimated to have had about 2 million pieces originally. To be seen in St. George's Greek Orthodox Church.
Keywords: archeology, Palestine, archeological, excavations, ruins

PMR-D0252
Jordan, Madaba: part of a huge mosaic, dating from AD560, which consists of a map of the Middle East describing (in Greek) all major biblical sites of the time. Estimated to have had about 2 million pieces originally. To be seen in St. George's Greek Orthodox Church.
Keywords: archeology, Palestine, archeological, excavations, ruins

PMR-D0251
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Colourful graining in the sandstone rock.
Keywords: archeology, rock tombcaves, archeological, excavations, geological, geology, ruins, colourful, strata, multicoloured, graining, Graeco-Roman architecture, Egyptian architecture

PMR-D0250
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Colourful graining in the sandstone rock.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0248
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Patiently waiting donkey against a background of rosy, rugged walls of Wadi Musa.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0247
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Jordanian, riding a donkey up the long path to "the monastery".
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0246
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Nabataean tomb, carved from the rock, known as "Al Deir" ("the monastery") dating from the 3rd century BC.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0245
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Nabataean tomb, carved from the rock, known as "Al Deir" ("the monastery") dating from the 3rd century BC.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0244
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Partially worked/ long ruined (?) feature in the cliffs on the path up to the "monastery".
Keywords: archeology, rock tombcaves, archeological, excavations, geological, geology, ruins, colourful, strata, multicoloured, graining, Graeco-Roman architecture, Egyptian architecture

PMR-D0243
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Colourful graining in a sandstone boulder.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0242
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Patiently waiting donkeys against a background of rosy, rugged walls of Wadi Musa.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0241
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Eroded bands of sandstone in varying colours.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0240
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Byzantine floor mosaics in Petra Church.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0239
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Byzantine floor mosaics in Petra Church.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0238
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Byzantine floor mosaics in Petra Church.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0237
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Byzantine floor mosaics in Petra Church.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

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

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

PMR-D0235
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Colourful graining in the sandstone rock.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0234
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Colourful graining in the sandstone rock.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0233
Jordan: Petra, a Nabataean city, probably dating from 500-600 BC, later administered by the Romans, in part carved out of the rose-red sandstone rocks of the Wadi Araba. Famous as "the rose-red city, half as old as time", Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

Colourful graining in the sandstone rock.
Keywords: archeology, Egyptian architecture, Graeco-Roman architecture, graining, multicoloured, strata, colourful, ruins, geology, geological, excavations, archeological, rock tombcaves

PMR-D0232
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Demonstration of Origami (paper folding) by a pretty Japanese girl at the Trade Fair.
Keywords: colourful, handicrafts, kimono, pretty girl, München

PMR-D0231
Austria, Tyrol, Biberwier: snow field with solitary tree on the Mariaberg, from the top of the ski-lift.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, nature, outdoor life, snow, chalet, cold

PMR-D0230
Austria, Tyrol, Biberwier: Mariaberg, from the top of the ski-lift, with wooden ski hut in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, nature, outdoor life, snow, chalet, cold

PMR-D0229
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Herb garden of the monastery under after a new fall of snow.
Keywords: picturesque, Baroque, snow, cold, winter, Catholic, religious, Benedictine, architecture

PMR-D0228
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Baroque wing of the monastery from across a snowy courtyard.
Keywords: picturesque, snow, cold, winter, Catholic, religious, Benedictine, architecture

PMR-D0227
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: practising ice-hockey on the frozen lake in Nymphenburg Park.
Keywords: München, outdoor, activities, cold, snow, winter sports

PMR-D0226
England, Birmingham: Christmas decorations in New Street, 2009.
Keywords: street lights, illuminations, festivities, Xmas decorations

PMR-D0225
England, Birmingham: a well-stocked bar with a variety of beers and spirits on display.
Keywords: public house, beer bottles, whisky bottles, liqueur bottles, bar display

PMR-D0224
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: handpainted Chinese wallpaper depicting scenes in the Chinese Imperial Court (18th century) in one oof the bedrooms of the "Badeburg", one of the pavilions in the grounds of Nymphenburg Palace.
Keywords: München, magnificence, splendour, pomp, Schloss Nymphenburg, Wittelsbach Family

PMR-D0223
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: handpainted Chinese wallpaper depicting scenes in the Chinese Imperial Court (18th century) in one oof the bedrooms of the "Badeburg", one of the pavilions in the grounds of Nymphenburg Palace.
Keywords: München, Wittelsbach Family, Schloss Nymphenburg, pomp, splendour, magnificence

PMR-D0222
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: ceiling fresco of the god Helios in his chariot in the Great Stone Hall of Nymphenburg Palace, the work of Johann Baptist Zimmermann.
Keywords: München, magnificence, splendour, pomp, Schloss Nymphenburg, Wittelsbach Family

PMR-D0221
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: gilded Baroque stucco-work in the Great Stone Hall of Nymphenburg Palace, the work of Francois de Cuvillies.
Keywords: München, magnificence, splendour, pomp, Schloss Nymphenburg, Wittelsbach Family

PMR-D0220
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Dachau: re-erected gate of the former concentration camp, now a memorial dedicated to the dead, "Arbeit macht frei".
Keywords: prison camp, war crimes, Adolf Hitler, National Socialist Party, Konzentrationslager

PMR-D0219
Germany, Upper Bavaria: peacock (Pavo cristatus), on Roseninsel (island) in Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: Phasianidae, brilliant, dazzling, colourful, birds, Indian Peafowl

PMR-D0218
Germany, Upper Bavaria: peacock (Pavo cristatus), on Roseninsel (island) in Lake Starnberg.
Keywords: Phasianidae, brilliant, dazzling, colourful, birds, Indian Peafowl

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

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

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

PMR-D0214
Austria, Tyrol, Eng: part of the hamlet of Eng, at the end of the Riss Valley, which is occupied only in the summer, with the Wendelstein Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D0213
Austria, Tyrol, Hinterriss: tables outside a wooden chalet restaurant in the Riss Valley.
Keywords: alpine, eating, food, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D0212
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Looping Big Dipper attraction at the Oktoberfest 2009 funfair.
Keywords: colourful, fun, atmosphere, beer tents, drinking, enjoy, lights, München, beer festival, illuminations, fairground, funfair

PMR-D0211
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: dancing on the tables at the Oktoberfest is common as the evening advances......
Keywords: colourful, beer glasses, beer krugs, fun, atmosphere, beer tents, drinking, enjoy, München, beer festival, night life

PMR-D0210
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: one of the tables in the Hofbräuhaus Tent at the Oktoberfest 2009, with the traditional figure of the Bavarian, Aloisius, hanging from the roof.
Keywords: colourful, beer glasses, beer krugs, fun, atmosphere, beer tents, drinking, enjoy, München, beer festival, night life

PMR-D0209
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: one of the tables in the Hofbräuhaus Tent at the Oktoberfest 2009.
Keywords: colourful, night life, beer festival, München, enjoy, drinking, beer tents, atmosphere, fun, beer krugs, beer glasses

PMR-D0208
Argentina, Tucumán Province: Trichocereus cacti in the Andes (are suffering from diseases and declining, despite protection laws).
Keywords: flora and fauna, cactus, plant, botany, botanical

PMR-D0207
Peru: Traditional mummer with baby llama in the train to Machu Picchu.
Keywords: actor, entertainer, mumming, mask, costume

PMR-D0206
Peru, Cusco: Roasted guinea pig with Inca Cola in Paititi Restaurant.
Keywords: meal, local delicacy, guinea pig, traditional, food

PMR-D0205
Bolivia, La Paz: exotic head-dresses as part of a folklore presentation.
Keywords: costume, feathers, plumes, traditional

PMR-D0204
Bolivia, La Paz: courtyard of the Museo Nacional de Arte.
Keywords: architecture, art gallery, museums

PMR-D0203
Bolivia, La Paz: llama foetuses on sale (for putting in the foundations of new buildings, etc.), along with various other animal parts and a range of exotica.
Keywords: wild animal skins, merchandise, animal slaughter, furs

PMR-D0202
Bolivia, La Paz: Jaguar skin on sale in general store.
Keywords: wild animal skins, animal slaughter, furs

PMR-D0201
Argentina, Jujuy: arid landscape on the altiplano with distant volcanos from the Paso de Jama (4320 metres) on the Argentine-Chile border.
Keywords: Andes, high plain, desolate, altiplano

PMR-D0200
Argentina: Typical adobe settlement of indigenas with coralled llamas and goats, near Susques.
Keywords: Andes, dwellings, farm, livestock, living conditions, mud walls, aboriginal

PMR-D0199
Argentina, Jujuy: Bizarre rock formation on a hill opposite the Hotel Pastos Chicos, approaching Susques.
Keywords: picturesque, geology, Andes, geological formations

PMR-D0198
Argentina, Jujuy: the isolated Hotel Pastos Chicos, approaching Susques, from a nearby hill.
Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, inn, solitary, isolated

PMR-D0197
Argentina, Jujuy: Hotel Pastos Chicos, approaching Susques.
Keywords: picturesque, geological formations, Andes, altiplano, inn, solitary, isolated

PMR-D0196
Argentina, Jujuy: typical landscape on the altiplano in the High Andes.
Keywords: picturesque, altiplano, Andes, geological formations

PMR-D0195
Argentina, Purmamarca: the steep-sided valley (Quebrada de Humahuaca) approaching Purmamarca, showing the eroded mountainsides of yellowish rock.
Keywords: Andes, weathering, erosion , geological, geology, mountains

PMR-D0194
Argentina, Purmamarca: the colourful textile market, showing one of the traditional rugs.
Keywords: Andes, souvenirs, tourist trade

PMR-D0193
Argentina, Purmamarca: the colourful textile market.
Keywords: Andes, souvenirs, tourist trade

PMR-D0192
Argentina, Purmamarca: the colourful textile market.
Keywords: Andes, souvenirs, tourist trade

PMR-D0191
Argentina, Humahuaca: the steep-sided valley (Quebrada de Humahuaca) approaching Purmamarca, showing the eroded mountainsides and valley-floor vegetation.
Keywords: Andes, weathering, erosion , geological, geology, mountains

PMR-D0189
Argentina, Humahuaca: the steep-sided valley (Quebrada de Humahuaca) approaching Purmamarca; a closer look at the rock formations.
Keywords: Andes, sheer, cliffs, geological, geology, mountains

PMR-D0188
Argentina, Humahuaca: the steep-sided valley (Quebrada de Humahuaca) approaching Purmamarca.
Keywords: Andes, mountains

PMR-D0187
Argentina, Humahuaca, an indigena town in the High Andes: the fruit and vegetable market.
Keywords: Andes, mountains

PMR-D0186
Argentina, Humahuaca, an indigena town in the High Andes: the Inca-style Town Hall.
Keywords: Andes, mountains, architecture

PMR-D0185
Argentina, Humahuaca, an indigena town in the High Andes: the Inca-style Town Hall.
Keywords: Andes, mountains, architecture

PMR-D0184
Argentina La Quiaca: spectacular rock formations in the High Andes near the Bolivian border.
Keywords: geology, mountains, Andes, strata, geological

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

PMR-D0182
Argentina: Salta, a city lying in the Lerma Valley, in the foothills of the Andes. Equestrian statue to General Martin Miguel de Güemes, who led the battle against the Spaniards.
Keywords: monument, memorial, bronze figures

PMR-D0181
Argentina, Tucumán Province: a typical village of the indigenas.
Keywords: cummunity, living conditions, dwellings, aboriginal, hamlet

PMR-D0180
Argentina: gauchos with horses in the Andes foothills.
Keywords: cowboys, riders, herdsmen, stockman, rancher

PMR-D0179
Argentina, El Mollar: the reservoir with a symbol of the indigenas.
Keywords: symbol, sign, religion, religious

PMR-D0178
Argentina, San Miguel de Tucumán: guide to the city, with a list of the sights worth visiting.
Keywords: city guide, plan of the city

PMR-D0177
Argentina, Santiago del Estero: a typical shrine of the indigenas.
Keywords: symbol, Shamanism, Shaman, religious, religion

PMR-D0176
Argentina, Formosa: a huge, steel Christian cross by the roadside.
Keywords: symbol, Catholic, religious, religion

PMR-D0175
Brazil, Iguazu: a "monster" at the campsite, Foz de Iguazu.
Keywords: flora and fauna, scary, scaring, shocking, frightening, shock, fright, creature from the depths

PMR-D0174
Brazil, Iguazu: a lizard near the waterfalls.
Keywords: flora and fauna, squamata, chordata, animalia, reptiles

PMR-D0173
Brazil, Iguazu: the River Iguazu below the falls.
Keywords: Iguassu, spectacular, spectacle, waterfalls, Iguazu, Iguacu

PMR-D0172
Brazil, Iguazu: a swarm of black and yellow butterflies by the River Iguazu.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, insects

PMR-D0171
Brazil, Iguazu: colourful butterfly.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, insects

PMR-D0170
Brazil, Curitiba: Norfolk Island Pines (Araucaria heterophylla), common around Curitiba
Keywords: trees, flora, arboreal, botanical, botany

PMR-D0169
Brazil, Curitiba: bridge over the Rio Ribeira (?) near Curitiba.
Keywords: road construction, piles, stilts, riverine, landscape

PMR-D0168
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: climbers on the sheer face of Sugarloaf Mountain.
Keywords: adventure, rock-climbing, sport, outdoor, activity

PMR-D0167
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: Copacobana Beach.
Keywords: sand, sunshine, vacation, holidays, relaxing, seaside, swimming, bathing, sunbathing

PMR-D0166
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro: Copacobana Beach.
Keywords: sand, sunshine, vacation, holidays, relaxing, seaside, swimming, bathing, sunbathing

PMR-D0165
Germany, Upper Bavaria: wooden chalets, half-buried in a new fall of snow at Spitzingsee with snow-covered Alps behind.
Keywords: alpine, cold, snow, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0164
Germany, Upper Bavaria: snow-covered landscape at Spitzingsee in winter 2008 with Alps behind.
Keywords: alpine, cold, snow, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, outdoor life

PMR-D0163
Germany, Upper Bavaria: skiing at Spitzingsee in winter 2008 with snow-covered Alps behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, cold

PMR-D0162
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: cross-country skiing (Langlauf) on prepared pistes, with the Wetterstein Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, activities, cold, snow, winter sports, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

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

PMR-D0160
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) in the snow.
Keywords: alpine, waterfowl, duck, nature, countryside, mountain range

PMR-D0159
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: view of the Zugspitze and Wetterstein Mountains from the "Panorama Path" after a fresh snowfall.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D0158
Austria, Tyrol, Lermoos: view of the Wetterstein Mountains from the "Panorama Path" after a fresh snowfall.
Keywords: alpine, mountain range, Alps, alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, hiking, trekking, outdoor life

PMR-D0157
Cyprus, Troödos: snowy path through the Black Pines on the Troödos Mountains in December 2008.
Keywords: winter , cold, picturesque, snowy, winter wonderland

PMR-D0156
Cyprus, Troödos: snow ploughs clearing the roads in Tröodos village in the Troödos Mountains in December 2008.
Keywords: winter , winter wonderland, snowy, picturesque, cold

PMR-D0155
Cyprus, Troödos: snow plough clearing the roads in Tröodos village in the Troödos Mountains in December 2008.
Keywords: winter , winter wonderland, snowy, picturesque, cold

PMR-D0154
Cyprus, Troödos: snow, cleared from the roads in Tröodos village in the Troödos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky.
Keywords: winter , cold, picturesque, snowy, winter wonderland

PMR-D0153
Cyprus, Troödos: tobogganing in the snow on the Troödos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky.
Keywords: winter , winter sport, cold, picturesque, snowy, winter wonderland

PMR-D0152
Cyprus, Troödos: Black Pines covered with snow on the Troödos Mountains in December 2008, with a threatening sky.
Keywords: winter , cold, snow, picturesque, winter wonderland

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

PMR-D0150
England, London: winter skating rink in the court of Somerset House.
Keywords: architecture, winter sports, Christmas tree, ice rink

PMR-D0149
England, Wiltshire: Bradford on Avon, a town which flourished in the 17th century due to the woollen textile industry. The flooding River Avon in December 2008 with the ancient stone bridge in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, floods, stone buildings

PMR-D0148
England, Wiltshire, Bath: the Great Bath, part of the complex belonging to the Roman Baths, whose mineral waters are said to be beneficial, Above ground level the buildings are from the 19th century. Towers of the Abbey Church behind.
Keywords: architecture, bathing, heritage, mineral springs, mineral baths, spa, Roman ruins, historic

PMR-D0147
England, Wiltshire, Bath: the Great Bath, part of the complex belonging to the Roman Baths, whose mineral waters are said to be beneficial. The buildings below ground level are of Roman origin.
Keywords: architecture, historic, Roman ruins, spa, mineral baths, mineral springs, heritage, bathing

PMR-D0146
England, Wiltshire, Bath: a "Druid priest" recites a prayer to the gods on the edge of the Great Bath, part of the complex belonging to the Roman Baths, whose mineral waters are said to be beneficial.
Keywords: architecture, historic, Roman ruins, spa, mineral baths, mineral springs, heritage, bathing

PMR-D0145
England, Wiltshire, Bath: steam rising from the Sacred Spring in the Roman Baths, whose mineral waters are said to be beneficial.
Keywords: architecture, historic, Roman ruins, spa, mineral baths, mineral springs, heritage, bathing

PMR-D0144
England, Wiltshire, Bath: part of a carved stone Roman temple pediment with Gorgon's head preserved in the museum of the Roman Baths.
Keywords: architecture, historic, Roman ruins, spa, mineral baths, mineral springs, heritage, bathing

PMR-D0143
England, Wiltshire, Bath: exquisite fan-vaulting in the Abbey Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, founded in the 7th century, built from 12th century onwards, showing the fine Perpendicular Gothic window.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, cathedrals, Perpendicular Gothic, historic

PMR-D0142
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: colourful stall in Munich's Christmas Market in Marienplatz.
Keywords: München, Xmas-tree ornaments, glass ornaments, Bavarian dolls, wood carvings, ornaments, wooden toys, Xmas decorations, Christkindlmarkt, Yuletide, bright lights

PMR-D0141
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: colourful stall in Munich's Christmas Market in Marienplatz.
Keywords: München, Xmas-tree ornaments, glass ornaments, Bavarian dolls, wood carvings, ornaments, wooden toys, Xmas decorations, Christkindlmarkt, Yuletide, bright lights

PMR-D0140
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: colourful stall in Munich's Christmas Market in Marienplatz.
Keywords: München, Xmas-tree ornaments, glass ornaments, Bavarian dolls, wood carvings, ornaments, wooden toys, Xmas decorations, Christkindlmarkt, Yuletide, bright lights

PMR-D0139
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: colourful stall in Munich's Christmas Market in Marienplatz.
Keywords: München, Xmas-tree ornaments, glass ornaments, Bavarian dolls, wood carvings, ornaments, wooden toys, Xmas decorations, Christkindlmarkt, Yuletide, bright lights

PMR-D0138
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: colourful stall in Munich's Christmas Market in Marienplatz.
Keywords: München, Xmas-tree ornaments, glass ornaments, Bavarian dolls, wood carvings, ornaments, wooden toys, Xmas decorations, Christkindlmarkt, Yuletide, bright lights

PMR-D0137
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus Mountains: the "mushroom" rock formation, caused by sand and wind erosion.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, sand-dune landscape, barren, rock formations

PMR-D0136
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus Mountains: rock drawings.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, sand-dune landscape, barren

PMR-D0135
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus Mountains: Landcruiser tackling a difficult soft sand slope.
Keywords: Maghreb, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR-D0134
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus: some of the weird and fantastic rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Maghreb, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR-D0133
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus Mountains: the "pinnacle", formed by natural erosion in the desert.
Keywords: Maghreb, rock formations, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR-D0132
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus Mountains: the "pinnacle", formed by natural erosion in the desert.
Keywords: Maghreb, rock formations, barren, sand-dune landscape, sand dunes, Sahara Desert

PMR-D0131
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus: some of the weird and fantastic rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, sand-dune landscape, barren

PMR-D0130
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus: some of the weird and fantastic rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, sand-dune landscape, barren

PMR-D0129
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus: some of the weird and fantastic rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, sand-dune landscape, barren

PMR-D0128
Libya, Fezzan, Jebel Acacus: some of the weird and fantastic rock formations in the desert.
Keywords: Maghreb, Sahara Desert, sand dunes, sand-dune landscape, barren

PMR-D0127
Libya, Fezzan: Kaf Ajnoun (Devil's Mountain), believed by locals to be haunted by djinns.
Keywords: Maghreb, landscape, barren, desert, Sahara, sand dunes

PMR-D0126
Libya, Fezzan: Kaf Ajnoun (Devil's Mountain), believed by locals to be haunted by djinns.
Keywords: Maghreb, landscape, barren, desert, Sahara, sand dunes

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

PMR-D0124
Libya: Ghat, a desert city in the south-west of the country, on the border with Algeria, in the Fezzan region. Population is about 22,000, mostly Tuareg. A shop owner with his locally made jewellery on display. Shy young girls in a shop doorway.
Keywords: Maghreb, ancient town, historic town, Berber

PMR-D0123
Libya: Ghat, a desert city in the south-west of Libya, on the border with Algeria, in the Fezzan region. Population is about 22,000, mostly Tuareg. An enterprising young street salesman.
Keywords: Maghreb, ancient town, historic town, Berber

PMR-D0122
Libya: Ghat, a desert city in the south-west of Libya, on the border with Algeria, in the Fezzan region. Population is about 22,000, mostly Tuareg. A Tuareg stallholder with his locally made jewellery on display.
Keywords: Maghreb, Berber, historic town, ancient town

PMR-D0120
Libya, Fezzan: Kaf Ajnoun (Devil's Mountain), believed by locals to be haunted by djinns.
Keywords: Maghreb, landscape, barren, desert, Sahara, sand dunes

PMR-D0119
Libya: Ghat, a desert city in the south-west of Libya, on the border with Algeria, in the Fezzan region. Population is about 22,000, mostly Tuareg. A shop owner with his locally made jewellery on display.
Keywords: Maghreb, ancient town, historic town, Berber

PMR-D0118
Libya: Ghat, a desert city in the south-west of Libya, on the border with Algeria, in the Fezzan region. Population is about 22,000, mostly Tuareg. A jewellery maker at work in his shop.
Keywords: Maghreb, ancient town, historic town, Berber

PMR-D0117
Libya: Ghadames, a Tuareg town, population about 7000, lies approximately 500 miles south-west of Tripoli. It dates back probably to about 3000 BC, thriving in Roman, Byzantine and Arab times. The houses in the old town are all of baked mud, and many of the alleys are enclosed with vaulting as protection from the sun. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here: intricate wall decorations round window and cupboard in a "museum house".
Keywords: Maghreb, oasis town, ancient town, historic town, Berber

PMR-D0116
Libya: Ghadames, a Tuareg town, population about 7000, lies approximately 500 miles south-west of Tripoli. It dates back probably to about 3000 BC, thriving in Roman, Byzantine and Arab times. The houses in the old town are all of baked mud, and many of the alleys are enclosed with vaulting as protection from the sun. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here: brightly painted cupboards and artefacts adorn the walls of a former living room of a "museum house". Exit to the roof on the left.
Keywords: Maghreb, oasis town, Berber, historic town, ancient town

PMR-D0115
Libya: Ghadames, a Tuareg town, population about 7000, lies approximately 500 miles south-west of Tripoli. It dates back probably to about 3000 BC, thriving in Roman, Byzantine and Arab times. The houses in the old town are all of baked mud, and many of the alleys are enclosed with vaulting as protection from the sun. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here: pictures and copperware adorn the walls of a former living room of a "museum house".
Keywords: Maghreb, oasis town, Berber, historic town, ancient town

PMR-D0114
Libya: Ghadames, a Tuareg town, population about 7000, lies approximately 500 miles south-west of Tripoli. It dates back probably to about 3000 BC, thriving in Roman, Byzantine and Arab times. The houses in the old town are all of baked mud, and many of the alleys are enclosed with vaulting as protection from the sun. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here: artefacts adorn the walls of a former living room of a "museum house".
Keywords: Maghreb, ancient town, historic town, Berber

PMR-D0113
Libya: Ghadames, a Tuareg town, population about 7000, lies approximately 500 miles south-west of Tripoli. It dates back probably to about 3000 BC, thriving in Roman, Byzantine and Arab times. The houses in the old town are all of baked mud, and many of the alleys are enclosed with vaulting as protection from the sun. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here: brightly painted cupboards and wall decorations in the former living room of a "museum house".
Keywords: Maghreb, Berber, historic town, ancient town, oasis town

PMR-D0112
Libya: Ghadames, a Tuareg town, population about 7000, lies approximately 500 miles south-west of Tripoli. It dates back probably to about 3000 BC, thriving in Roman, Byzantine and Arab times. The houses in the old town are all of baked mud, and many of the alleys are enclosed with vaulting as protection from the sun. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here: these coloured leather squares, nailed to the door, indicate that the owner has made the Haj trip.
Keywords: Maghreb, ancient town, historic town, Berber

PMR-D0111
Libya: Ghadames, a Tuareg town, population about 7000, lies approximately 500 miles south-west of Tripoli. It dates back probably to about 3000 BC, thriving in Roman, Byzantine and Arab times. The houses in the old town are all of baked mud, and many of the alleys are enclosed with vaulting as protection from the sun. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here: a typical mud-walled street.
Keywords: Maghreb, oasis town, Berber, historic town, ancient town

PMR-D0110
Libya: Ghadames, a Tuareg town, population about 7000, lies approximately 500 miles south-west of Tripoli. It dates back probably to about 3000 BC, thriving in Roman, Byzantine and Arab times. The houses in the old town are all of baked mud, and many of the alleys are enclosed with vaulting as protection from the sun. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here: a mud-walled room of a house with kitchen utensils.
Keywords: Maghreb, oasis town, ancient town, historic town, Berber

PMR-D0109
Libya: well preserved living quarters with original artefacts in the Castle of Nalut.
Keywords: Maghreb

PMR-D0108
Libya: a qasr, or fortified store for grain and olive oil in the Castle of Nalut. Made of adobe (baked mud), it has 360 rooms and dates from the 7th century. This passage of well-worn stonews leads to the entry gate.
Keywords: Maghreb, qasr

PMR-D0107
Libya: a qasr, or fortified store for grain and olive oil in the Castle of Nalut. Made of adobe (baked mud), it has 360 rooms and dates from the 7th century. Some of the wine amphoras remain in the store.
Keywords: Maghreb, qasr

PMR-D0106
Libya: an historic olive oil press in the Castle of Nalut. Made of adobe (baked mud), it has 360 rooms and dates from the 7th century .
Keywords: Maghreb, historic implements

PMR-D0105
Macedonia, Bitola: Tragic Mask (2nd century) in museum at Heraclea Lyncestis, a town founded by Philip II of Macedon in 4th century BC, which later flourished under the Romans due to its position on the Via Egnatia.
Keywords: archeology, historic, Graeco-Roman, Greek, Roman, excavations

PMR-D0104
Macedonia, Mavrovo: frescoes in Jovan Bigorski (John the Baptist) Orthodox Monastery near Mavrovo, founded in 1020 by Ivan I. Debranin, but burnt down several times and rebuilt.
Keywords: Christian, wall paintings, colourful, saints, bible scenes, religious motifs

PMR-D0103
Macedonia, Mavrovo: frescoes in Jovan Bigorski (John the Baptist) Orthodox Monastery near Mavrovo, founded in 1020 by Ivan I. Debranin, but burnt down several times and rebuilt.
Keywords: Christian, wall paintings, colourful, saints, bible scenes, religious motifs

PMR-D0102
Macedonia, Mavrovo: frescoes in Jovan Bigorski (John the Baptist) Orthodox Monastery near Mavrovo, founded in 1020 by Ivan I. Debranin, but burnt down several times and rebuilt.
Keywords: Christian, wall paintings, colourful, saints, bible scenes, religious motifs

PMR-D0101
Macedonia, Mavrovo: frescoes in Jovan Bigorski (John the Baptist) Orthodox Monastery near Mavrovo, founded in 1020 by Ivan I. Debranin, but burnt down several times and rebuilt.
Keywords: Christian, wall paintings, colourful, saints, bible scenes, religious motifs

PMR-D0100
Macedonia, Mavrovo: frescoes in Jovan Bigorski (John the Baptist) Orthodox Monastery near Mavrovo, founded in 1020 by Ivan I. Debranin, but burnt down several times and rebuilt.
Keywords: Christian, wall paintings, colourful, saints, bible scenes, religious motifs

PMR-D0099
Croatia, Solin: reconstruction of a room in a Roman villa in the ancient city of Salona, by the site museum. Salona is now within the municipal boundaries of Split.
Keywords: archeology, decor, excavations, historic

PMR-D0098
Croatia, Solin: Latin inscription on a stone sarcophagus in the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Salona, near today's Split.
Keywords: archeology, excavations, historic

PMR-D0097
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau Island: cruise boat leaving the harbour, between the lion statue and lighthouse.
Keywords: picturesque, Bodensee, Lake Constance

PMR301-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria: hikers standing by the summit cross of Mount Bodenschneid (1668 metres), near the Tegernsee (Lake Tegern).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter

PMR301-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiker surveying the Tegernsee (Lake Tegern) from the summit of Mount Bodenschneid (1668 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter

PMR365-12
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the "Amtsgericht" or County Court building with elaborate crest on the frieze and ornate window mouldings.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval, Baroque

PMR365-11
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. The Christopher Gate to the castle, in the fifth courtyard.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR365-10
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. Clocktower with sundial, and wellhouse, in the fifth courtyard of the castle.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR365-09
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: facades of the entire main street with the River Salzach and the bridge to Austria behind. As seen from the castle.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR365-08
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: rooftops and colourful facades of the centre of the town, seen from the castle. The Rathaus (Town Hall) is the pale green building on the right.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, mediaeval

PMR365-07
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the tower of St. Jacob's Parish Church and the town centre. The farther side of the River Salzach belongs to Austria, the customs post being at the end of the bridge. View from the roof of the "Palas" in the castle.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR365-06
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. Lake Wöhr, which occupies the former course of the River Salzach, from the roof of the Palas.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR365-05
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. Eggenberg Tower and curtain wall spanning Lake Wöhr, from the roof of the "Palas".
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR365-04
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. View along the castle ridge from the roof of the "Palas" or Duke's Quarters.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR365-03
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. The first and principal courtyard, with the "Kemnate" or living quarters on the left.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR365-02
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: the castle, which dates back to 1025 or even earlier, was constantly extended, and now comprises an inner courtyard and 5 outer courtyards, straggling along a ridge for 1051 metres, making it the longest castle in the world. Stephan's Tower and the main entrance.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR365-01
Germany, Bavaria, Burghausen: colourful facades on the main square, with the castle stretching along its ridge above and behind.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, gables

PMR364-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: modern estate of mixed housing with green areas and children's playground in the northern suburbs of Munich.
Keywords: architecture, München, metropolis, property, residential, estate

PMR364-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ismaning: church tower, reflected in the waters of the River Seebach, with new apartment block on the right.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, München, spring

PMR364-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: facade and clocktower of the Old Schleissheim Palace, built for Herzog Wilhelm V in 1598, and later extended.
Keywords: architecture, Schleißheimer Schloß, Schloss Schleissheim, Renaissance, culture , historic, heritage

PMR364-09
Yellow Windflower (Anemone ranunculoides) in Schleissheim Palace grounds.
Keywords: spring, pasture, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful

PMR364-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: the little Lustheim Palace in the grounds of Schleissheim Palace, was built by Enrico Zuccalli 1684-88 and now houses one of the largest collections of Meissen porcelain in the world.
Keywords: architecture, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Schloss Schleissheim, park, Baroque , reflections

PMR364-07
Wood Anemones (Anemone nemorosa) in Schleissheim Palace grounds.
Keywords: spring, pasture, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful

PMR364-06
Spring Cinquefoil (Potentilla verna) with Dog Violets (Viola riviniana) in Schleissheim Palace grounds.
Keywords: spring, pasture, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful

PMR364-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schleissheim: the little Lustheim Palace in the grounds of Schleissheim Palace, was built by Enrico Zuccalli 1684-88 and now houses one of the largest collections of Meissen porcelain in the world.
Keywords: architecture, formal gardens, Schleißheimer Schloß, Schloss Schleissheim, park, Baroque

PMR364-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Unterschleissheim: block of modern residential apartments, erected 1976, with swimming pool on the roof, in the northern suburbs of Munich.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, München, spring, blossom, property

PMR364-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria: snow-covered terraces in the grounds of Ludwig II's Linderhof Palace, with the eponymous Linden (Lime) tree on the right.
Keywords: alpine scenery, picturesque, nature, winter, landscape, garden

PMR364-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: snow scene with frescoed facade.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, winter, architecture, mountains

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

PMR362-12
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, from Allmendhubel, above Mürren.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, glacier

PMR362-11
Large-flowered Leopards-bane (Doronicum grandiflorum) near the summit of the Schilthorn (2970 metres).
Keywords: mountain range, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful, plants

PMR362-10
Alpine Toadflax (Linaria alpina) near the summit of the Schilthorn (2970 metres).
Keywords: mountain range, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful, plants

PMR362-09
Alpine Forget-me-Not (Mysotis alpestris) near the summit of the Schilthorn (2970 metres).
Keywords: mountain range, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful, plants

PMR362-08
Androsace alpina near the summit of the Schilthorn (2970 metres).
Keywords: mountain range, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful, plants

PMR362-07
Alpine Moon-Daisy (Chrisanthemus alpinum) near the summit of the Schilthorn (2970 metres).
Keywords: mountain range, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful, plants

PMR362-06
Seed heads of Creeping Avens (Geum reptans) near the summit of the Schilthorn (2970 metres).
Keywords: mountain range, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful, plants

PMR362-05
Glacier Crowfoot (Ranunculus glacialis) near the summit of the Schilthorn (2970 metres).
Keywords: mountain range, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful, plants

PMR362-04
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: path from the Gemmenalphorn from the Niederhorn: Justus Valley lies far below the precipitous cliffs.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets

PMR362-03
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: path on the Niederhorn passing through lichen-covered rocks, with the summit mast receding in the distance.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, hiking, trekking, open air, activity, path marking

PMR362-02
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: after being almost completely extirpated, the Ibex (Steinbock)(Capra ibex) iis now protected and has returned to some parts of the Swiss Alps.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, wild animals, fauna, zoology

PMR362-01
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: cows, grazing by the path along the Niederhorn ridge, with summit mast in the distance, marking the top of the chair lift.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows

PMR361-12
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the town of Thun, standing at the head of Lake Thun, seen from th Niederhorn ridge.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows

PMR361-11
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Spiez, on the far shore, and Merligen, on the near shore, on Lake Thun, seen from the summit of the Niederhorn (1950 metres).
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, panorama

PMR361-10
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: last rays of the sun on snow-capped Mönch and Jungfrau, with rising full moon, seen from Interlaken.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, night, dusk, evening, cloud

PMR361-09
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Jungfrau and Silberhorn, seen over the roofs of Wengen village.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets

PMR361-08
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: a wooden chalet, typical of the area, with the rocky slopes of Männlichen rising in the background.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows

PMR361-07
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: approaching Wengen from Wengenalp, with Lauterbrunnen Valley behind.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, nature

PMR361-05
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the Jungfrau (4158 metres) from Wengenalp.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, glacier

PMR361-04
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: First, Grindelwald, and the Wetterhorn, from Kleine Scheidegg (2061 metres). Adenostyles leucophylla flowering in the foreground.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows

PMR361-03
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Spiez: view of the harbour, the mediaeval castle (12th/13th century), and Alte Kirche - a Romanesque church dating from the 10th century, from the path up to the town.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, colourful, yachts, boats, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR361-02
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Spiez: a lake steamer approaching Spiez on Lake Thun.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, boats, cruise-boat, ship, transport, azure

PMR361-01
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Spiez: view approaching the town with its harbour and mediaeval castle (12th/13th century), and Alte Kirche - a Romanesque church dating from the 10th century.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, colourful, yachts, boats, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR360-12
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Spiez: harbour scene with the mediaeval castle (12th/13th century), and Alte Kirche - a Romanesque church dating from the 10th century.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, colourful, yachts, boats, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR360-11
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Spiez: view of the harbour and castle from the promenade flower gardens.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, colourful, yachts, boats, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR360-10
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: by the open air swimming pool at Spiez on Lake Thun.
Keywords: Alps, mountain range, alpine meadows, holidays, sunshine, sunbathing

PMR360-08
France, Haute-Savoie, Avoriaz: family walks through the local countryside are popular.
Keywords: architecture, winter sports, holidays, tourism, accommodation, apartments, renting, alpine, community, Portes du Soleil, trekking, golf, walking, hiking, open air, activities

PMR360-06
France, Haute-Savoie: recently completed (1992) skiing village of Avoriaz, above Morzine, waits for the snow........
Keywords: architecture, winter sports, holidays, tourism, accommodation, apartments, renting, alpine, community, Portes du Soleil, trekking, golf

PMR360-04
France, Haute-Savoie, Morzine: Chalet l' Embuscade, available for holiday rents.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, accommodation, retreat, family-house

PMR360-03
France, Haute-Savoie, Montriond: Les Lindarets, the village of goats, high in the mountains.
Keywords: alpine, chalets, goatskins, pelts

PMR360-02
France, Haute-Savoie, Thonon-les-Bains: the inner harbour and chateau.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, sailing, fishing boat, yacht, fortifications, defence, mediaeval

PMR360-01
France, Haute-Savoie, Thonon-les-Bains: the yacht harbour and Lake Geneva, from the shore gardens.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, marina, sailing, flowerbeds, vista, coast, view

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

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

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

PMR359-09
France, Haute-Savoie: Devil's Bridge Gorge at le Jotty, between Thonon and Morzine, where the River Dranse forces its way through a limestone ridge.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, alpine scenery, canyon, rocky, geology, geological, boulders

PMR359-07
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: lakeside path between Iseltwald and Giessbach on Lake Brienz.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets

PMR359-06
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: hotel overlooking the harbour at Iseltwald on Lake Brienz.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, yachts

PMR359-05
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: church tower at Unterseen with Harder Kulm rising close behind.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, architecture, geraniums

PMR359-04
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: alpine meadows near Habkern, with the Great Yellow Gentian (Gentiana lutea) in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR359-03
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: East Interlaken and the airport, with Schynige Platte behind, and the Jungfrau range in the distance.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, panorama, aerial view

PMR359-02
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Matten, with the Lütschine Valley behind, and overlooked by the Jungfrau mountains. Aaron's Rod (Verbascum thapsus) in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, panorama, wild flowers, botany

PMR359-01
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: centre of the town with Unterseen seen from Harder Kulm.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, panorama, aerial view

PMR358-12
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: flag thrower in action.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, traditional

PMR358-11
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: cows decorated ion the traditional manner for the return from the high alm to the valley in autumn ("Almabtrieb", "Viehabtrieb").
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial

PMR358-10
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: riders in mediaeval costumes on horses with ceremonial trappings.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, national dress, regional dress, traditional, dirndl

PMR358-09
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: uniformed bandmaster leading a brass band in smart yellow and maroon uniforms.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, traditional, rousing

PMR358-08
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: a vintage wicker perambulator attended by girls in traditional dress.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, dirndl, pram

PMR358-06
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: a "wood spirit" in grotesquely carved wooden mask with horns, and dressed in goat skins.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, traditional

PMR358-05
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: a "wood spirit" in grotesquely carved wooden mask, and dressed in goat skins.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, traditional

PMR358-04
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: drummers of a silver band in rousing action.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, traditional, dirndl

PMR358-03
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: drummers of a silver band headed by girls with flowers in traditional dress.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, ceremonial, traditional, dirndl

PMR358-02
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: mock-up of the Beatenberg Funicular Railway carriage.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, ceremonial, traditional, transport

PMR358-01
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Swiss National Day procession: Swiss flag-waving group in colourful costumes.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, colourful, uniform, costume, national dress, regional dress, Lederhosen, ceremonial, traditional, dirndl

PMR357-12
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: preparing for the Swiss National Day celebrations in the market square, Unterseen.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, chalets, colourful, architecture, bench-tables, Biergarten, cobblestones

PMR357-11
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: full view of the two glaciers of the Gewächthorn with the lake formed by melting ice.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, awe-inspiring, awesome, breathtaking, stupendous, striking

PMR357-10
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: the lake formed by the melting glaciers of the Gewächtenhorn, seen from the Susten Pass (2224 metres).
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, awe-inspiring, awesome, breathtaking, stupendous, striking

PMR357-09
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Gewächtenhorn with its glaciers reflected in the lake at the summit of the Susten Pass (2224 metres).
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, breathtaking, striking

PMR357-08
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: view towards Meiringen from the summit of the Susten Pass (2224 metres).
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, alpine flowers, hairpin bends

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

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

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

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

PMR350-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Riem Airport, with original traffic hall built in Hitler's day, 1938, taken on the day it closed: 16th May 1992.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, historic, München, nostalgic, aviation

PMR350-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Riem Airport, with radar tower and airport buildings, taken on the day it closed: 16th May 1992.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, historic, München, nostalgic, aviation

PMR350-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Saturday flea market at Ramersdorf.
Keywords: colourful, München, trading, jumble, bargains

PMR350-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Irschenberg: view of the Alps from the Autobahn, with the pilgrimage church of Wilparting where the grave of Monk Marinus, martyred in about 697 AD may be found. Snow still lying in the fields.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, winter, Alps

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

PMR349-11
India, Gwalior: the larger of a pair of Sasbahu Temples, dating from the 9th-11th centuries.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, ancient, masonry, Hindu, Jain

PMR349-10
India: a local family outside their mud-walled, thatched house in a small country village on the road from Agra to Gwalior.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, imposing, gables, timber-frame, half timbered, wattle and daub, München, capital city

PMR349-08
India, Agra: Fatehpur Sikri was to become the new capital of the Moghul Empire as ordained by Emperor Akbar. It was completed in 1570 but suddenly abandoned in 1586.
Here, a local daredevil leaping from the battlements into a 10-foot-deep pool of water.
Keywords: stunt man, reckless, foolhardy, overdaring

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

PMR349-06
India, Agra: Fatehpur Sikri was to become the new capital of the Moghul Empire as ordained by Emperor Akbar. It was completed in 1570 but suddenly abandoned in 1586. Ankh Micholi Pavilion, whose roof is supported by unusual struts carved to resemble monsters. Panch Mahal in the background.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, UNESCO

PMR349-05
India, Agra: Fatehpur Sikri was to become the new capital of the Moghul Empire as ordained by Emperor Akbar. It was completed in 1570 but suddenly abandoned in 1586. The five-storey Panch Mahal, reflected in one of the ornamental pools.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, UNESCO

PMR349-04
India, Agra: suburban street scene.
Keywords: culture, daily life, typical, tri-shaw, everyday scene

PMR349-03
India, Agra: the Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built on the orders of the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631 and 1653 for his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. By evening light.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, majestic, graceful, symmetrical, masterwork, famous, UNESCO, reflections, light-effects

PMR349-02
India, Agra: the Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built on the orders of the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631 and 1653 for his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Late afternoon - oblique view.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, majestic, graceful, symmetrical, masterwork, famous, UNESCO, light-effects

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

PMR348-12
India, Agra: the Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built on the orders of the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631 and 1653 for his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. By early afternoon light.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, majestic, graceful, symmetrical, masterwork, famous, UNESCO, reflections, light-effects

PMR348-11
India, Agra: the Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built on the orders of the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631 and 1653 for his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. By early afternoon light.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, majestic, graceful, symmetrical, masterwork, famous, UNESCO, reflections, light-effects

PMR348-10
India, Agra, Sacred Langur monkey (Semnopithecus entellus), one of a colony at Akbar's tomb.
Keywords: wildlife, mammal, animal, ape, fauna, tame

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

PMR348-08
India, Agra: a bearded, turbanned Sikh, with the temple in the background.
Keywords: culture, traditional dress, religion, heritage, colourful

PMR348-07
India, Agra: barefoot Sikhs in the temple precinct.
Keywords: culture, traditional dress, religion, heritage

PMR348-06
India, Agra: Itimad-ud-daulah, the tomb of Persian, Mirza Ghiyas Beg, built 1622-1628 by Nur Jahan, was the first all-marble Moghul building, and the first to use extensive 'pietra dura' inlay work. It is regarded as a forerunner of the Taj Mahal.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, imposing, culture, symmetry

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

PMR348-04
India, Agra, brightly painted ceremonial arch marking the entrance to the exposition/festival grounds.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, symmetry

PMR348-01
India, Agra: the Striped Palm Squirrel (Funambulus palmarum) is at home even in the biggest cities, and is sacred to the Hindus.
Keywords: wildlife, rodents, fauna, mammals

PMR347-12
India, Agra, the Red Fort, built by the Moghuls, but probably dating back before the 10th century: The massive walls are decorated with fine carvings and the marble columns of the belvedere are inlaid with semi-precious stones.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, UNESCO

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

PMR347-10
India, Agra, the Red Fort, built by the Moghuls, but probably dating back before the 10th century: The massive walls are decorated with fine carvings.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, UNESCO

PMR347-09
India, Rajasthan, Bharatpur: Painted Storks (Mycteria leucocephala) in Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary.
Keywords: birds, waders, ornithology, birding, bird-watching

PMR347-07
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: scene at the camel market. Camels are the principal beasts of burden in this region.
Keywords: livestock, trading

PMR347-06
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Inside the City Palace of the Maharaja of Jaipur: the richly decorated Peacock Door and Balcony.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, artistic, ornate

PMR347-05
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Inside the City Palace of the Maharaja of Jaipur: an ornate marble archway flanked by marble elephants. Two of the smartly dressed retainers in the background.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, colourful, heritage

PMR347-04
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Inside the City Palace of the Maharaja of Jaipur: an ornate marble archway flanked by marble elephants.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR347-03
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Traditional brightly-coloured puppets.
Keywords: culture, colourful, heritage, costume, dress, dolls, souvenirs

PMR347-02
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Behind the upper facade of the Palace of the Winds, where ladies of the royal household could watch life on the street unobserved.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, imposing, gables, timber-frame, half timbered, wattle and daub, München, capital city

PMR347-01
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". View of the main street from the top of the Palace of the Winds.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, panorama, Rotelbus

PMR346-12
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: the inner courtyard of the Palace of the Winds.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage

PMR346-11
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Elephant rides.
Keywords: culture, colourful, heritage, Pachyderm, tourists

PMR346-10
India, Rajasthan, Amber/Amer: a seller of herbs and spices in a courtyard of the Fortress-Palace makes an attractive display of his wares.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, trader, stall

PMR346-09
India, Rajasthan, Amber/Amer: tourist bazaar in a courtyard of the Fortress-Palace.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, imposing, gables, timber-frame, half timbered, wattle and daub, München, capital city

PMR346-08
India, Rajasthan, Amber/Amer: Hall of Victory in the Fortress-Palace makes extensive use of inlaid mother-of-pearl and pieces of mirror glass.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, decoration, ornamentation

PMR346-07
India, Rajasthan, Amber/Amer: carved stone lattice window in the Fortress-Palace based on a honeycomb pattern.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, artistic, filigree

PMR346-06
India, Rajasthan, Amber/Amer: part of the gardens in the Fortress-Palace.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR346-05
India, Rajasthan, Amber/Amer: tourists are transported up the hill to the Fortress-Palace by elephants, frequently decorated in bright colours.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, tradition, Pachyderm

PMR346-04
India, Rajasthan, Amber/Amer: Amber Fort overlooks the old city, predecessor of the modern city of Jaipur, which was founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II in 1727.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, reflections, palace, fortifications, defence

PMR346-03
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Facade of the Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal), built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawaj Pratap Singh, "a stunning example of Rajput artistry". Ladies of the royal household could watch the street unobserved from here.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city

PMR346-02
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Facade of the Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal), built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawaj Pratap Singh, "a stunning example of Rajput artistry". Ladies of the royal household could watch the street unobserved from here.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city

PMR346-01a
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Jal Mahal Water Palace reflected in the waters of its lake, in the late rays of the sun.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city

PMR346-01
India, Rajasthan, Jaipur: capital city of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, and is known as "the pink city of India". Jal Mahal Water Palace reflected in the waters of its lake, in the late rays of the sun.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city

PMR345-12
India, New Delhi: Qutab Minar Complex, fine examples of early Afghan architecture. The victory tower is 73 metres high, has fine carvings on the base, and was started in 1193 after the defeat of the last Hindu kingdom in Delhi. On the right is the tomb of Imam Zamim.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, capital city

PMR345-11
India, New Delhi: Gandhi Memorial, simple but impressive.
Keywords: culture, historic, heritage, imposing, capital city, monument, statues, bronze

PMR345-10
India, New Delhi: Gandhi Memorial, simple but impressive.
Keywords: culture, historic, heritage, imposing, capital city, monument, statues, bronze

PMR345-09
India, New Delhi: Laxmi Narayan Mandir, a Hindu Temple built in 1938 by the industrialist Birla, dedicated to Vishnu and his consort, Laxmi.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, garish

PMR345-08
India, New Delhi: Laxmi Narayan Mandir, a Hindu Temple built in 1938 by the industrialist Birla, dedicated to Vishnu and his consort, Laxmi.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, garish

PMR345-07
India, New Delhi: the golden dome of the Bangla Sahib Gurdwara Temple, with Sikh family on the busy forecourt.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city

PMR345-06
India, New Delhi: the large pool with surrounding portico for pre-worship ablutions, adjoining Bangla Sahib Gurdwara Sikh Temple.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city, reflections, tradition

PMR345-05
India, New Delhi: late afternoon light on the gardens of Humayun's Tomb, with sacred cows among the palm trees.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, park, vegetation

PMR345-04
India, New Delhi: tomb of Moghul Emperor Humayan (1530-1556) built by his wife, Haji Begum, is regarded as an architectural forerunner of the Taj Mahal.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, dome, symmetry

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

PMR345-02
India, New Delhi: Bahai House of Worship at Bahapur, built 1980-86 in the form of a lotus blossom with nine petals.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, heritage, imposing, capital city, graceful, symmetry

PMR345-01
India, New Delhi: snake charmer with cobra.
Keywords: capital city, flute, music, snake, tradition, custom

PMR344-12
India, New Delhi: Jami Masjid Mosque, built 1644-1658 by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan, is the largest mosque in India with a capacity of 25,000 worshippers.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, Islam, Muslim, minarets, domes

PMR344-11
India, New Delhi: inside the Red Fort (Lal Qila), built 1638-1648 by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan: gardens, with rows of columnar Ashoka trees.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, capital city, heritage

PMR344-10
India, New Delhi: inside the Red Fort (Lal Qila), built 1638-1648 by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan: part of the richly carved marble courtyard of the Pearl Mosque.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, Islam, Muslim, domes

PMR344-09
India, New Delhi: inside the Red Fort (Lal Qila), built 1638-1648 by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan: inlaid semi-precious stones on the pillars of the Diwan-i-khas (Hall of Private Audiences) with the domes of the Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque) in the background.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, Islam, Muslim

PMR344-08
India, New Delhi: inside the Red Fort (Lal Qila), built 1638-1648 by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan: gateway pavilion, seen from a typical arched colonnade.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city

PMR344-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria: part of the village of Bayerischzell from the top of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with snow-capped Austrian and Italian Alps in the far distance. The little chapel can be seen in the left foreground.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama

PMR344-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria: part of the village of Bayerischzell from the top of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with snow-capped Alps in the far distance.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, panorama

PMR344-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria: rock formations near the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with the highest chapel in Germany (top left).
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, geological

PMR344-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Biergarten terrace near the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with the little chapel in the background.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, beer

PMR344-02
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: pink flamingoes in the zoological gardens.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Köln, birds, waders

PMR344-01
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: old warehouses on the banks of the River Rhine.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, gables, Köln

PMR343-12
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: Old Town Hall, part 14th century Gothic, with portal from the Renaissance period.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, heritage, imposing, wattle and daub, gables, Köln

PMR343-11
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: Renaissance portal of the Old Town Hall.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, gables, Köln

PMR343-10
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: floodlit gabled houses and open air restaurants on the Frankenwerft, with Gross St. Martin and the ghostly towers of the cathedral in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln

PMR343-09
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: evening on the Rhine quays, with floodlit gables, Gross St. Martin and cathedral. The brightly-lit restaurant ships are reflected in the waters of the Rhine.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln, illuminated, night lights

PMR343-08
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: evening on the Rhine quays, with floodlit gables, Gross St. Martin, TV-Tower and cathedral.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln, illuminated, night lights

PMR343-07
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: Gothic 15th century tower of the Old Town Hall seen from th Old Market Place (Alter Markt).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln, monument

PMR343-06
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: facade of the Gothic south transept of the cathedral, with a forest of flying buttresses.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, imposing, Köln

PMR343-05
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: tall, narrow, gabled, burgher houses (rebuilt after the war) overlooked by the apses of Gross St. Martin, on the Frankenwerft in the pedestrian zone. The open air restaurants come to life in the evenings.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln

PMR343-04
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: tall, narrow, gabled, burgher houses (rebuilt after the war) and modern fountain on the Frankenwerft in the pedestrian zone.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln

PMR343-01
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne: Hahnentor, formerly the main entrance gate to the city from the west.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Köln, castellations

PMR342-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: a typical frescoed cottage facade with a colourful display of geraniums.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, colourful, traditional, show, frontage

PMR342-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: the harbour, with a lake steamer entering between the famous Bavarian lion and lighthouse.
Keywords: picturesque, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture

PMR342-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: Hauptstrasse, now a pedestrian precinct, is lined by tall mediaeval burgher houses.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture

PMR342-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: the former church of St. Peter (11th century), now a war memorial, contains original frescoes by Hans Holbein.
Keywords: island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, work of art, paintings

PMR342-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: bronze figures on the Narrenbrunnen (carnival fools' fountain) in the main street.
Keywords: island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, artistic, clowns, buffoons, jackass, jesters, cobblestones

PMR342-05
Switzerland, Berne: figure on the cathedral tower portraying the builder of the cathedral.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, stonework, stone carving, sculpture

PMR342-04
Switzerland, Berne: figure on the cathedral tower portraying the cathedral architect.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, stonework, stone carving, sculpture

PMR342-03
Switzerland, Berne: tympanum of the main portal of Berne Cathedral showing the Last Judgement and containing 234 figures, sculpted by Master Erhard Küng.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Gothic, stonework, stone carving, masterpiece

PMR342-01
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: family of chamois (Rupicapra rupicapra) on the Eiger Glacier moraine.
Keywords: countryside, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, Bovidae

PMR341-12
Alpine Stonecrop (Sedum alpestre) in the Bernese Oberland.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR341-11
Moss Campion (Silene acaulis) in the Bernese Oberland.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR341-10
Alpine Toadflax (Linaria alpina) in the Bernese Oberland.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR341-09
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Jungfraujoch (3466 metres): part of the Snow Plateau.
Keywords: Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery

PMR341-08
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Jungfraujoch (3466 metres): alpine landscape with observatory and Sphinx Terraces.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery

PMR341-07
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Jungfraujoch (3466 metres): huskies taking a rest between sleigh rides, near the summit of the funicular station.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets

PMR341-01
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Jungfraujoch (3466 metres): the way up to the Mönchsjochshütte (hut for climbers, sleeping 125 persons).
Keywords: Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery

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

PMR340-11
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland: Eismeer, the great snowfield of the Fiescher Glacier, seen from a window in the Jungfraujoch Funicular tunnel.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery

PMR340-10
Alpine Rampion (Phyteuma hemisphaericum) and Bearded Bellflower (Campanula barbata) in the Bernese Oberland.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR340-09
Female Small Blue Butterfly (Cupido minimus) on Crow Flower (Geranium sylvaticum) in the Bernese Oberland.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful, Lepidoptera

PMR340-08
Marsh Orchid (Dactylorhiza alpestris) in the Bernese Oberland.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

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

PMR340-05
Yellow Alpine Anemone (Pulsatilla alpina apiifolia) in the Bernese Oberland.
Keywords: picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR340-04
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: footpath across the meadows from Kleine Scheidegg to Wengernalp, with the Jungfrau as backdrop.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, majestic, buttercups, colourful

PMR340-03
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: footpath across the meadows from Kleine Scheidegg to Wengernalp, with the Jungfrau as backdrop.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, hiking, trekking, outdoor life, majestic

PMR340-02
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Kleine Scheidegg, with the Jungfraujoch Funicular passing the Eiger Glacier.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, railway, train, majestic

PMR340-01
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Kleine Scheidegg, with the Eiger Glacier in the background.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets

PMR339-12
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: north face of the Eiger (3970 metres) or "Eigerwand", with Jungfraujoch Railway Tunnel, from the Männlichen-Wengernalp path.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, mighty, awe-inspiring, challenge, majestic

PMR339-11
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: distant view of the town and Wetterhorn from the Männlichen-Wengernalp path.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, stoney

PMR339-10
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Lauterbrunnen: view of the town in its gorge with waterfalls, seen from Männlichen (2230 metres), with snow-covered Breithorn in the left background.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows

PMR339-09
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen: Staubbach Waterfall.
Keywords: Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, cascade

PMR339-08
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: houses on the Unterseen waterfront, with reflections in the River Aare.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, chalets, colourful, architecture

PMR339-07
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: view of the Kurgarten, with snow-covered Jungfrau in the distance and Smoke Tree (Cotinus coggygria) in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, gardens, cure-gardens, fountain, Smoke Bush

PMR339-06
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: the Casino and Kursaal, surrounded by formal flower gardens.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, convalescence, relaxation, leisure, colourful

PMR339-05
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: houses in Unterseen, the old quarter, with flower bedecked fountain in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, alpine scenery, street scene, architecture, geraniums

PMR339-04
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: houses in Unterseen, the old quarter, with Mount Harder Kulm in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, chalets, street scene, architecture, belltower

PMR339-03
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: houses in Unterseen, the old quarter, with Mount Harder Kulm in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, alpine scenery, chalets, street scene, architecture, belltower

PMR339-02
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Interlaken: Hotel Post Hardermannli, a traditional building with carved wooden eaves. With the yellow and black Interlaken flag.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, alpine scenery, chalets, architecture, geraniums, colourful

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

PMR338-12
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: the Upper Glacier, descending from the Schreckhorn.
Keywords: picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, barren, crevasse

PMR338-11
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: rocks, planed flat by former glacier, near the Pfingstegg path.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, geological, phenomenon

PMR338-10
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: view of the town, in its green valley, from the Pfingstegg path.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, panorama

PMR338-09
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: the town centre, with the snow-covered Schreckhorn iand the Upper Glacier in the background.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, street scene, hotels

PMR338-08
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: the town centre, with the snow-covered Schreckhorn in the background.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, street scene, hotels

PMR338-07
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: glimpse of the Finsteraarhorn (4273 metres) with geranium bedecked cafe terrace in the foreground.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets

PMR338-06
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: the Wetterhorn (3701 metres)
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets

PMR338-05
Switzerland, Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald: glimpse of the Fiescherwand, covered in snow, between the Schreckhorn and the Eiger, with meadows and chalets in the foreground.
Keywords: countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, snow-capped, alpine scenery, alpine meadows, chalets, valley

PMR338-04
Switzerland: the Furka Pass (2431 metres) with the road leading down to Gletsch.
Keywords: alpine, countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, scenery, tortuous, valley

PMR338-03
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Markus Tower and Röder Gate. With colourful wrought iron trader's sign.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, imposing, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR338-02
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Hafengasse and Röder Gate. With colourful wrought iron traders' signs.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR338-01
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: the Old Forge and Blacksmith.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR334-10
England, Norfolk, Norwich: the cathedral was built in Norman style, the foundation stone being laid in 1096. The Gothic cloisters seen from the south east.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, ancient, monument, heritage

PMR334-09
England, Norfolk, Norwich: the cathedral was built in Norman style, the foundation stone being laid in 1096. View of the tower, south transept and part of the nave, from the cloisters.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, ancient, monument, heritage

PMR334-08
England, Norfolk, Norwich: the cathedral was built in Norman style, the foundation stone being laid in 1096. View of the spire and facade of the south transept.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, ancient, monument, heritage

PMR334-07
England, Norfolk, Norwich: the cathedral was built in Norman style, the foundation stone being laid in 1096. View of the spire, the second highest in England.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, ancient, monument, heritage

PMR334-04
England, Norfolk, Norwich: founded at the time of the Norman Conquest, Norwich Castle retains only the much-renovated highly ornamented keep, which is now home to the Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery.
Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Bath stone, ancient, monument

PMR334-02
Easter Cactus (Schlumbergera gaertneri) in flower.
Keywords: delicate, beauty, forest cactus, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful, succulents

PMR334-01
Easter Cactus (Schlumbergera gaertneri) in flower.
Keywords: delicate, beauty, forest cactus, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful, succulents

PMR333-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria: weekend fruit and vegetable market in Rathausplatz (Town Hall Square), Unterschleissheim.
Keywords: München, architecture, offices, cobblestones, trade, buying-selling

PMR333-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Siemens AG, high security Defence Electronics Division at Unterschleissheim, built 1986.
Keywords: München, architecture, offices, antennae

PMR333-10
Principality of Liechtenstein, Vaduz: the Castle of Liechtenstein (top left) overlooks the town from on high, backed by lofty snow-capped mountains. Vineyard in autumn colouring in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, park, grounds

PMR333-09
Principality of Liechtenstein, Vaduz: view from the Castle of Liechtenstein across the Rhine Valley.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, park, grounds

PMR333-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: flowers on the promenade, with the Mangturm (13th century) in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval

PMR333-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: frescoes and sun dial on the south gable of the Gothic Rathaus (Town Hall).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval, step gable, statue, fountain

PMR333-05
Flowers of the Sweet Pea (Lathyrus odoratus)
Keywords: nature, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful, annual, legumes

PMR333-04
Denmark, Copenhagen, Tivoli Gardens at night: boating pool with pagoda and weeping willow tree.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, illuminations, lights, bright, reflections, entertainment, attraction, spectacle

PMR332-12
Denmark, Copenhagen, Tivoli Gardens at night: pools with fountains in front of an illuminated pavilion.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, illuminations, lights, bright, reflections, entertainment, attraction, spectacle

PMR332-11
Denmark, Copenhagen, Tivoli Gardens at night: the Oriental Pavilion and Gardens.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, illuminations, lights, bright, reflections, entertainment, attraction, spectacle

PMR332-10
Denmark, Copenhagen: sailing boats moored in the picturesque Nyhavn (Gammel Strand), with the brightly coloured 17th century burgher houses lining the waterfront. In the foreground sightseeing boats returning after touring the harbour.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, attraction, entertainment

PMR332-09
Denmark, Copenhagen: sailing boats moored in the picturesque Nyhavn (Gammel Strand), with the brightly coloured 17th century burgher houses lining the waterfront.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, attraction, entertainment

PMR332-08
Denmark, Helsingor (Elsinore): statue of Hercules and the Hydra on the waterfront.
Keywords: culture, myth, legend, Greek, monument, sculpture, Heracles

PMR332-07
Denmark, Helsingor (Elsinore): Kronborg Fortress, built in the 1630s on the site of the original "Krogen" Fortress from 1420, showing moat and curtain walls.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, imposing

PMR332-06
Denmark, Helsingor (Elsinore): inner courtyard of Kronborg Fortress, built in the 1630s on the site of the original "Krogen" Fortress from 1420.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, imposing

PMR332-05
Denmark, Helsingor (Elsinore): view of the grounds and fortifications of Kronborg Fortress, where Hamlet might have walked, with cannons in the foreground. The yacht harbour is visible in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, defence

PMR332-04
Denmark, Helsingor (Elsinore): view from the Kronborg Fortress across Oresund to Helsingborg in Sweden, with cannons in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, fortifications, defence

PMR332-03
Sweden: boats on the lake adjoining a camping site, a few kilometres north of Ljungby.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, reflections, calm, peaceful, tranquil, birch wood, rural, countryside

PMR332-02
Sweden, Vadstena: typical wooden houses line the main street.
Keywords: architecture, culture, traditional, colourful, street scene

PMR332-01
Sweden, Vadstena: Radhuset, the oldest town hall in Sweden (1400); the square tower was added at the end of the 15th century. It now serves as a bistro.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR331-12
Sweden, Vadstena: Renaissance castle with moat, begun by Gustav Vasa in 1545, has four massive corner towers, and a central tower which contains the chapel.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence, red-brick

PMR331-11
Sweden, Vadstena: Renaissance castle with moat, begun by Gustav Vasa in 1545, has four massive corner towers, and a central tower which contains the chapel.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence, red-brick, reflections

PMR331-10
Sweden, Stockholm: Royal Dramatiska Theatre, an "art nouveau" palace built 1901-8, has four stages.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, heritage, capital city, drama, art deco

PMR331-09
Sweden, Stockholm: full-rigged sailing ship "af Chapman" built in 1887 by the Whitehaven Shipbuilding Company, moored off Skepps Island, is used as a youth hostel. Her original name was "Dunboyne" then "G.D. Kennedy" and she made several trips round the world as a training ship until 1934.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, capital city, 3-master, veteran, vintage

PMR331-08
Sweden, Stockholm: Stall Bridge and the entrance to Parliament Building on Helgeand Island.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, street scene

PMR331-07
Sweden, Stockholm: Changing of the guard in the West Court of the Royal Palace.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, equestrians, soldiers, uniform, mounted guards, cannon, ceremony

PMR331-06
Sweden, Stockholm: Changing of the guard in the West Court of the Royal Palace.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, equestrians, soldiers, uniform, mounted guards, ceremony

PMR331-05
Sweden, Stockholm: relief of the Palace Guard in front of the south entrance to the Royal Palace.
Keywords: culture, historic, heritage, capital city, colourful, uniform, soldiers, cobblestones

PMR331-04
Sweden, Stockholm: Prince Regent's Palace, Gustav Adolf Square, and the Opera House, with reflections in Norrström.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, capital city

PMR331-03
Sweden, Stockholm: Stadshuset from the Klara Mälar-Strand, starting point for pleasure cruising trips.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city, quayside, jetty

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

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

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

PMR330-11
Sweden, Stockholm: statue of St. George and the Dragon (?) and fountain on Köpman-brinken in Gamla Stan (the old quarter).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city

PMR330-10
Sweden, Stockholm: Stortorget (market place), where the Danish King Christian II had 80 members of the Swedish aristocracy executed in 1520 and the whole square ran red; stock exchange building, and the tower of Storkyrkan (cathedral).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, street scene, trade sign

PMR330-09
Sweden, Stockholm: the Royal Palace, completed 1770 to plans of Nicodemus Tessin the Younger, containing 500+ rooms, only a handful of which are open to the public. South entrance, with a triumphal arch motiv, dedicated to Charles XII.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, capital city

PMR330-08
Sweden, Stockholm: Strömgatan, with Prince Regent's Palace in the foreground, and Rosenbad Palace extreme left.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, capital city

PMR330-07
Sweden, Stockholm: statue of a male figure in the Ström parterre garden on Helgeands Island, with the Opera House in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city, drama, stage, music, acting

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

PMR330-05
Sweden, Stockholm: St. Jacob's Church, completed in 1643, received a new tower after the fire of 1723. Until 1968 it was painted yellow.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city

PMR330-04
Sweden, Stockholm: equestrian statue of Gustav II Adolf in Gustav Adolf Square with Prince Regent's Palace (built 1783-94) in the background, now the home of the foreign ministry.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, monument

PMR330-03
Sweden, Stockholm: the Royal Palace, completed 1770 to plans of Nicodemus Tessin the Younger, containing 500+ rooms, only a handful of which are open to the public.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, capital city

PMR330-02
Sweden, Stockholm: Stall Bridge and entrance arch to the Riksdagshuset (Parliament Building) on Helgeands Island, built 1894-1906 to plans of architect Aron Johansson. On the left, the classical Kanslihuset (Chancellery), built 1922-36.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, capital city

PMR330-01
Sweden, Stockholm: Rosenbad Palace, built to the design of architect Ferdinand Boberg in 1902-4, and now providing offices for the prime minister.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, heritage, capital city, reflections

PMR329-12
Sweden, Stockholm: Riddarholmskyrkan (Church on Knights' Island), completed ca.1300 for the Franciscans, but much altered since. It contains the tombs of the Bernadotte family, as well as many field marshalls.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, capital city

PMR329-11
Sweden, Stockholm: Wrangel Palace, built in 1630, but later rebuilt for Field Marshal Wrangel (1670). It was the royal family residence from 1697 to 1754, but presently serves as council chambers.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, monument

PMR329-10
Sweden, Stockholm: Stadshuset (City Hall), the symbol of Stockholm, built 1911-23 and richly furnished in contemporary style. The belltower is 100 metres high.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, heritage, imposing, capital city

PMR329-09
Sweden, Stockholm: Stadshuset (City Hall) in early morning sunshine, with flowers on the quayside in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city

PMR329-08
Sweden, Stockholm: the facade of the Riddarhuset (Knights' House), a Classical/Baroque palace built between 1641 and 1674.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, capital city

PMR329-07
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. Granite-faced office block on the north bank of the River Aurajoki, with returning fishing boat.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, imposing, watercraft, moorings

PMR329-06
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. The red-painted house is the Qwensel House, the oldest wooden building in the town, now home to a pharmacy museum.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, watercraft, moorings, boats

PMR329-05
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. Turku Art Museum, built with local granite.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, imposing

PMR329-04
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. fruit and flower market in the Market Square, with the green dome of the Orthodox Church in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, gladioli, tiger lilies

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

PMR329-02
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. Camping site on Ruissalo Island.
Keywords: tenting, open air, outdoor life, rural, countryside

PMR329-01
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. Viking Line Ferry leaving Turku for Stockholm, passing Ruissalo Island, with striking cloud formation, typical at this latitude.
Keywords: picturesque, skyscape, meteorology

PMR328-12
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. View from the camping site on Ruissalo Island with striking cloud formation, typical at this latitude.
Keywords: picturesque, skyscape, meteorology

PMR328-11
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. Beach near the camping site on Ruissalo Island with returning fishing boat in the distance and striking cloud formation.
Keywords: picturesque, skyscape, meteorology

PMR328-10
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. "Suomen Joutsen", the "Swan of Finland", a three-masted steel frigate, formerly sailed under the German flag as the "Oldenburg" from 1922 to 1928.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, sailing boat, sailing ship, training ship, graceful, stately, veteran, vintage

PMR328-09
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. Samppalinna windmill, adjacent to the summer theatre arena on a hill above the south bank.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage

PMR328-08
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Turku Cathedral, parts of which go back to early 13th century, was the national cathedral until 1812, when Helsinki became capital instead of Turku, Finland's oldest town.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, cannas

PMR328-07
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. View of the moorings along the River Aurajoki, with the cathedral in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, boats, watercraft, jetty

PMR328-06
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. The town has grown up around the River Aurajoki. The modern theatre lies on the south bank.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, watercraft, boats, moorings, stage, drama, plays

PMR328-05
Finland, Turku (in Swedish: Abo): Finland's oldest town, and capital city until Helsinki took its place in 1812. Turku Castle dates back to 1280, but has been expanded a number of times. It now houses the town's historical museum.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, red-brick

PMR328-04
Finland, Helsinki: harbour scene, backed by buildings on Pohjoisranta - the Northern Shore.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, capital city, Helsingfors, boats, moorings

PMR328-03
Finland, Helsinki: Uspenski Cathedral, the Orthodox cathedral dedicated to the Virgin Mary, completed in 1868.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, capital city, Helsingfors

PMR328-02
Finland, Helsinki: the cathedral, completed in 1852 to designs of C.L. Engel, stands in Senate Square. Oblique view showing the classical facades, each with six Corinthian columns.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, capital city, Helsingfors

PMR328-01
Finland, Helsinki: the cathedral, completed in 1852 to designs of C.L. Engel, stands in Senate Square. The monument is dedicated to Tsar Alexander II and was created by sculptor Walter Runeberg in 1894.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, capital city, Helsingfors, statue

PMR327-12
Finland, Helsinki: view of the harbour and dome of the cathedral, with bowsprit and anchor of a sailing boat in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, Helsingfors

PMR327-11
Finland, Helsinki: the Presidential Palace, built in 1818 as a private residence and converted in 1843 by C.L. Engel. A new palace was under construction in 1990.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, Helsingfors

PMR327-09
Finland, Helsinki: prize-quality vegetables on offer from stalls in Market Square.
Keywords: metropolis, colourful, capital city, Helsingfors, trading, local produce, home grown

PMR327-08
Finland, Helsinki: home grown vegetables and flowers on sale from a boat moored near Market Square.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, capital city, Helsingfors, trading

PMR327-07
Finland, Helsinki: the cathedral, completed in 1852 to designs of C.L. Engel, stands in Senate Square. The monument is dedicated to Tsar Alexander II and was created by sculptor Walter Runeberg in 1894.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, imposing, capital city, Helsingfors, statue

PMR327-06
Finland, Helsinki: breakfast in the open air, outside the old market hall, with the cathedral visible in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, heritage, capital city, Helsingfors, restaurant, eating

PMR327-05
Finland, Helsinki: harbour scene with sailing ship/houseboat and Uspenski Cathedral in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, capital city, Helsingfors

PMR327-04
Finland, Porvoo (in Swedish: Borga): wooden houses bordering the River Borga, with the roof of the cathedral visible on the hill behind. The town, Finland's second oldest, was founded in 1364 by Magnus Eriksson.
Keywords: culture, historic, heritage, dwellings, riverine, landscape

PMR327-03
Finland, Porvoo (in Swedish: Borga): the simple cathedral dates back to 1418. The town, Finland's second oldest, was founded in 1364 by Magnus Eriksson.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, mediaeval

PMR327-02
USSR, Leningrad: the Winter Canal, between the Hermitage Theatre (left) and the Old Hermitage (right).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, motorboat, arches

PMR327-01
USSR, Leningrad: part of the south west facade of the Winter Palace. Designed mainly by Bartolomeo Rastrelli, it was the seat of the Tsars from the early 18th century. The Hermitage Museum is now housed in part of the complex.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, Baroque, Rococo, St. Petersburg

PMR326-12
USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: wooden "Matryoshka" dolls on offer in the park.
Keywords: culture, colourful, souvenirs, wooden dolls, toys, traditional, market, stall, St. Petersburg, gardens, grounds, Peterhof

PMR326-11
USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the small Marly Palace, built to accommodate guests, viewed from the top of the Marly Cascade, or Golden Hill Cascade, which is adorned with statues of mythological figures. The fountain is one of the "Ménager" (i.e. economic - they are "hollow") Fountains.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, fountains, waterplay, statues, gardens, park, grounds, Peterhof

PMR326-10
USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the small Marly Palace, built to accommodate guests, viewed from the top of the Marly Cascade, or Golden Hill Cascade, which is adorned with statues of mythological figures.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, fountains, waterplay, statues, gardens, park, grounds, Peterhof

PMR326-09
USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the moated Hermitage, where guests and the laid table were together raised on a lift to the upper storey, where they could dine in privacy.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, St. Petersburg, Baroque, park, gardens, grounds

PMR326-08
USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the Adam Fountain with its twin conservatories.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, garden, park, grounds, Peterhof

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

PMR326-06
USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: 505 water jets combine to create the Pyramid Fountain.
Keywords: culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, waterplay, garden, park, grounds, Peterhof

PMR326-05
USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the Orangery with its gardens and gilded Triton fountain.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, park, grounds, Peterhof

PMR326-04
USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the Palace Church in the East Pavilion has a golden cupola surmounted by a cross.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, Baroque, Peterhof

PMR326-03
USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the two Roman Fountains in the parterre which are based on originals in St. Peter's Square, Rome. Colourful flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, heritage, St. Petersburg, garden, park, grounds, Peterhof

PMR326-02
USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: view of the twin Roman Fountains from the Chessboard Cascade stairway, with statues in the foreground depicting antique gods.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, St. Petersburg, gardens, park, grounds, Peterhof

PMR326-01
USSR, Leningrad, Petrodvorets: the Sun Fountain in the park revolves under its own power.
Keywords: metropolis, culture, historic, St. Petersburg, waterplay, garden, park, grounds, Peterhof

PMR325-12
USSR, Leningrad: view of the West Pavilion of the Great Palace of Petrodvorets with costumed court lady posing in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, St. Petersburg, Baroque, period dress, pretty girl, model, Peterhof

PMR325-11
USSR, Leningrad: view of the West Pavilion of the Great Palace of Petrodvorets surmounted by the double eagle, with the Fountain of Spring and Summer.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, Baroque, Peterhof

PMR325-10
USSR, Leningrad: view of the Great Palace of Petrodvorets from the Upper Park, with the Dolphin Fountain in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, Peterhof

PMR325-09
USSR, Leningrad: view of the Great Palace of Petrodvorets from the Upper Park, with statues in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, Peterhof

PMR325-08
USSR, Leningrad: Neva panorama (from left): Academy of Sciences, Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography (formerly the Kunstkamera), Zoological Museum, the Exchange and a Rostral Column on the Strelka, seen from the Hermitage Hydrofoil landing platform.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, St. Petersburg, Baroque

PMR325-07
USSR, Leningrad: Cathedral of the Resurrection in Smolny Convent, begun in 1748 by Elizabeth I but only finished in the 1830s. Another of Rastrelli's creations, today (1990) it houses an exhibition devoted to the city of Leningrad.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, impressive

PMR324-07
USSR, Leningrad: Peter and Paul Fortress, with the golden spire of the cathedral reflected in the waters of the Kronverk Canal.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, fortifications, defence

PMR324-06
USSR, Leningrad: Cruiser "Aurora", now a museum ship, sided with the Bolsheviks in 1917 and actively promoted the revolution. From here came the signal to storm the Winter Palace.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg, warship, navy, marine, steamship, veteran

PMR324-05
USSR, Leningrad: the Armenian Church on Nevsky Prospekt, built by Velten between 1771-80. Presently in use as a storeroom (1990).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg, Classical

PMR324-04
USSR, Leningrad: buildings on Nevsky Prospekt, viewed from the gardens of Kazan Cathedral. No. 28, on the right, built in 1912-14, now the "House of Books" formerly belonged to the Singer Sewing Machine Company.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, St. Petersburg

PMR324-03
USSR, Leningrad: central tower of the Admiralty Buildings, one of the first projects of Peter the Great in St. Petersburg (1704-5) and the hub and emblem of the city.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg

PMR324-02
USSR, Leningrad: central tower of the Admiralty Buildings, one of the first projects of Peter the Great in St. Petersburg (1704-5) and the hub and emblem of the city.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg

PMR324-01
USSR, Leningrad: Peter the Great Monument "The Bronze Horseman" in the Square of the Decembrists, dedicated by Catherine the Great on 07.08.1782, the centenary of his accession.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, equestrian, statue, St. Petersburg

PMR323-12
USSR, Leningrad: St. Isaac's Cathedral, the world's 3rd largest domed church (after St. Peter's, Rome and St. Paul's, London). Built between 1818 and 1858 to a design of Auguste Ricard de Montferrand of red granite and grey marble.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, Classical, St. Petersburg

PMR323-11
USSR, Leningrad: Nicholas I Monument, designed by Montferrand, the architect of St. Isaac's Cathedral, and unveiled in 1859. The allegorical figures have features of the Tsar's wife and daughters who commissioned the work.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, equestrian, statue, St. Petersburg

PMR323-10
USSR, Leningrad: Nicholas I Monument in Isaac Square with the gilded dome of St. Isaac's Cathedral providing an impressive background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Orthodox, equestrian, statue, St. Petersburg

PMR323-09
USSR, Leningrad: view of the Alexander Column and Winter Palace from the twin arches of the General Staff Headquarters.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Baroque, St. Petersburg

PMR323-08
USSR, Leningrad: corner of Palace Square where the Guards Headquarters (1837-43) adjoins the Winter Palace.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Baroque, Rococo, St. Petersburg

PMR323-07
USSR, Leningrad: main entrance of the Winter Palace on Palace Square. Designed mainly by Bartolomeo Rastrelli, it was the seat of the Tsars from the early 18th century. The Hermitage Museum is now housed in part of the complex.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, Baroque, Rococo, St. Petersburg

PMR323-06
USSR, Leningrad: Alexander Column in Palace Square with the Winter Palace behind. 47.5 metres high and cut from a single block of granite, in 1829-34, it commemorates the Russian victory over Napoleon.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, monument, imposing, St. Petersburg

PMR323-05
USSR, Leningrad: Academy of Sciences and Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography (formerly the Kunstkamera) on University Quay, seen from the far bank of the River Neva.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Baroque, panorama, imposing, St- Petersburg

PMR323-04
USSR, Leningrad: Palace Bridge over the River Neva to the Strelka on Vasilyevskiy Island, with the Zoological Museum on the left.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, historic, heritage, street scene, Rostral column, St. Petersburg

PMR323-03
USSR, Leningrad: Museum of Anthropology aand Ethnography, formerly the Kunstkamera, on University Quay overlooking the River Neva. The further building is the classical Academy of Sciences.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Baroque, imposing, St. Petersburg

PMR323-02
USSR, Leningrad: Rostral Columns, formerly lighthouses, on the Strelka, decorated with ships' prows and based on Roman originals (rostrum = prow).
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, sculpture, street scene, St. Petersburg

PMR323-01
USSR, Leningrad: Peter and Paul Fortress: the mausoleum in the foreground is connected to the cathedral (behind) by a passageway.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, Baroque, St. Petersburg

PMR322-12
USSR, Leningrad: returning pleasure boat on the River Neva, with late afternoon sun illuminating the golden spire of the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, boat, river-cruiser, tourism, sightseeing, St. Petersburg

PMR322-11
USSR, Leningrad: north west facade of the Winter Palace, 250 metres long, overlooking the River Neva Designed mainly by Bartolomeo Rastrelli, it was the seat of the Tsars from the early 18th century.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, imposing, Baroque, Rococo, Hermitage, St. Petersburg

PMR322-10
USSR, Leningrad: tourists can view the city in comfort by horse-drawn stagecoach, here passing through Palace Square, with the Alexander column in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, city-tour, St. Petersburg

PMR322-09
USSR, Leningrad: General Staff Headquarters on Palace Square, facing the Winter Palace, built by Carlo Rossi between 1819 and 1829.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, crescent, arches, monument, chariot, horse-drawn, imposing, St. Petersburg

PMR322-08
USSR, Leningrad: Strogonov Palace, built in 1752-54 by Bartolomeo Francesco Rastrelli, stands on the Moyka River. The Strogonovs were one of Russia's leading families and patrons of the arts.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Baroque, noble, imposing, St. Petersburg

PMR322-07
USSR, Leningrad: Nevsky Prospekt, with the "Art Nouveau" Comedy Theatre, No. 56, in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, Art Deco, Jugendstil, street scene, traffic, St. Petersburg

PMR322-06
USSR, Leningrad: Matryoshka dolls are displayed everywhere, in all sizes and colours, even one with the features of President Gorbachov.
Keywords: metropolis, culture, colourful, souvenirs, wooden dolls, toys, traditional, market, stall, St. Petersburg

PMR322-05
USSR, Leningrad: tourist souvenirs are on offer on all sides of Pushkin Square.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, matryoshka dolls, market, stalls, traditional, toys, St. Petersburg

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

PMR322-03
USSR, Leningrad: Pushkin Monument on the "Square of the Arts", with the Russian Museum in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, author, playrwright, dramatist, statue, St. Petersburg

PMR322-01
USSR, Leningrad: Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral, built between 1712-33, contains the tombs of the Tsars. The golden spire is 122 metres high, by decree the highest building in Leningrad.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, St. Petersburg

PMR321-12
USSR, Leningrad: shooting a film (peasants ' revolt?) in the Peter and Paul Fortress, with horse-drawn carriages. On the right is Peter the Great's Boathouse, built in 1762-66, where he learnt the art of navigation.
Keywords: culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, St. Petersburg, acting, film scene

PMR321-11
USSR, Leningrad: shooting a film (peasants ' revolt?) in the Peter and Paul Fortress, using smoke canisters. On the right is Peter the Great's Boathouse, built in1762-66, where he learnt the art of navigation.
Keywords: culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, St. Petersburg, acting, film scene

PMR321-10
USSR, Novgorod: plan of the Kremlin with its buildings on a signboard.
Keywords: culture, historic, heritage, map, guide, orienteerung, diagram

PMR321-09
USSR, Novgorod: Spasski Tower (15th century) at the southern end of the Kremlin wall, and Knyashi Tower (left).
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence

PMR321-08
USSR, Novgorod: Victory Monument commemorating the liberation from the Nazis in 1944.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, statue, equestrian, horseman, allegorical

PMR321-07
USSR, Novgorod: view of the Kremlin walls and beach, from the Victory Monument.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence

PMR321-06
USSR, Novgorod: bridge over the River Volkhov, with Kremlin walls, domes and belltower of St. Sophia's Cathedral, built in 1045-50 by Kiev architects.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, landscape, skyline

PMR321-05
USSR, Novgorod: distant view of the Kremlin walls and the domes of St. Sophia from the far side of the River Volkhov, with a colourful flowerbed in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR321-04
USSR, Novgorod: (left) Yaroslav Princes' Court (11th century) and (right) St. Procop's Church (1529).
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR321-03
USSR, Novgorod: Kremlin wall with defence towers and Pokrov Church. The tower in the foreground is the Kokui Tower, built in the 17th century.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, capital city, fortifications, defence

PMR321-02
USSR, Novgorod: Pokrov Church (14th century) with the Kremlin walls behind. At the moment it is home to the restaurant "Detinets".
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR321-01
USSR, Novgorod: monument erected to commemorate the Russian Millennium in 1862, designed by M. Mieschin. The domes of St. Sophia's Cathedral are visible in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, artistic, art

PMR320-12
USSR, Novgorod: monument erected to commemorate the Russian Millennium in 1862, designed by M. Mieschin.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, artistic, art

PMR320-11
USSR, Moscow: part of the queue for MacDonalds in Pushkin Square (August 1990), with the first Coca Cola neon sign visible behind.
Keywords: metropolis, colourful, capital city, capitalism, Big Mac, hamburger, street scene

PMR320-10
USSR, Moscow: Novodevichiy Convent - the Chapel, built in 1911 by Vladimir Pokrovsky as a Burial Vault for the Prokhorov Family.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, monument, capital city, tomb, grave, UNESCO

PMR320-09
USSR, Moscow: Novodevichiy Convent - Dormition (Uspenskaya) Refectory Church, built 1685-7.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, Orthodox, UNESCO

PMR320-08
USSR, Moscow: Novodevichiy Convent - Our Lady of Smolensk, Smolensky Cathedral, the first building to arise in the convent, in 1525.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, capital city, Orthodox, UNESCO

PMR320-07
USSR, Moscow: Novodevichiy Convent - the Belltower, completed in 1690.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Orthodox, UNESCO

PMR320-06
USSR, Moscow: Novodevichiy Convent - the Transfiguration Gate Church, the northern entrance to the convent, built in 1687.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, capital city, Orthodox, UNESCO

PMR320-05
USSR, Moscow: Cathedral of Pokrov (St. Basil the Blessed) in Red Square, built 1555-60 for Ivan the Terrible. View from the west.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, capital city, Pokrovsky, UNESCO, Byzantine

PMR320-04
USSR, Moscow: facade of GUM department store, 250 metres long, looking onto Red Square. Built 1888-93.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, monument, capital city, street scene

PMR320-03
USSR, Moscow: Cathedral of Pokrov (St. Basil the Blessed) in Red Square, built 1555-60 for Ivan the Terrible. View from the south.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, capital city, Pokrovsky, UNESCO, Byzantine

PMR320-02
USSR, Moscow: Senate Building in the Kremlin, seat of the Soviet Council of Ministers (government), built in 1787 for Catherine the Great.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR320-01
USSR, Moscow: Tsar's Bell (Tsarsky Kolokol), the largest in the world, weighing 201.9 tonnes, cast in 1733-35 by Ivan Motorin but broken before it could be hung. It stands within the Kremlin walls.
Keywords: metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, monument, capital city, bronze, foundry, casting

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

PMR319-10
USSR, Moscow: Cathedral of the Assumption, built 1475-79 by Aristotle Fioravanti of Bologna.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, monument, capital city, church, Orthodox

PMR319-09
USSR, Moscow: Belltower of Ivan the Great, 81 metres high, built in the early 16th century.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, monument, capital city, golden dome

PMR319-08
USSR, Moscow: Church of the Deposition of the Robe, built 1484-86, within the Kremlin walls.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, monument, capital city, Orthodox

PMR319-07
USSR, Moscow: seated Lenin memorial (W. Pintschuk, 1967) in the Kremlin, surrounded by bright red salvias.
Keywords: metropolis, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, statue

PMR319-06
USSR, Moscow: Praesidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR in the Kremlin, built 1932-4.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, neo-Classical

PMR319-05
USSR, Moscow: Cathedral of the Annunciation (1484-89) within the Kremlin walls.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, golden, domes, Orthodox

PMR319-04
USSR, Moscow: Cathedral of the Annunciation (1484-89) within the Kremlin walls.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, golden, domes, Orthodox

PMR319-02
USSR, Smolensk: Cathedral of the Assumption, begun in 1677 but only completed in the 18th century.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Chritian, religion, church, domes

PMR319-01
USSR, Smolensk: statue of Colonel Michail Ilarionovich Koutouzov who turned Napoleon's forces back at Smolensk in 1812. Cathedral of the Assumption in the background.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, monument, memorial

PMR318-12
USSR, Smolensk: Cathedral of the Assumption, begun in 1677 but only completed in the 18th century.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, Chritian, religion, church, domes

PMR318-11
Poland, Cracow: entrance gate to the Wawel Fortress in Sandomierska Tower. The portcullis is lowered at night. In the background is the Senatorska Tower.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence

PMR318-10
Poland, Cracow: Wawel bastion from the east - Stradom
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

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

PMR318-08
Poland, Cracow: monument to the poet Adam Mickiewicz, the original destroyed by the Nazis, but replaced in 1955. The Cloth Hall in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, statue, memorial, street scene

PMR318-07
Poland, Cracow: the Cloth Hall, a mediaeval trading centre dating back to the early 14th century now contains tourist boutiques. View of the 100-metre-long frontage.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR318-06
Poland, Cracow: people's march crossing the Main Square to the accompanyment of amplified protest songs, with the Cloth Hall in the background. A contingent from Wadowice with a banner displaying the Pope's portrait.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, procession, demonstration, movement, festival, celebration, holiday, happy

PMR318-05
Poland, Cracow: people's march crossing the Main Square to the accompanyment of amplified protest songs, with the Cloth Hall in the background. The banner celebrates 80 years of Kocnany.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, procession, demonstration, movement, festival, celebration, holiday, happy

PMR318-04
Poland, Cracow: people's march crossing the Main Square to the accompanyment of amplified protest songs, with the Cloth Hall in the background.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, procession, demonstration, movement, festival, celebration, holiday, happy

PMR318-03
Poland, Cracow: a troupe of schoolgirl dancers in traditional costumes performing modern dance routines on a raised stage in the main square, in front of the Cloth Hall.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, festival, celebration

PMR318-02
Poland, Cracow: a troupe of schoolgirl dancers in traditional costumes performing modern dance routines on a raised stage in the main square, in front of the Cloth Hall.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, heritage, festival, celebration

PMR317-10
Poland, Cracow: the Grunwald Monument, donated in 1910 by Ignacy Paderewski, commemorates the 500th anniversary of the victory over the Teutonic Order.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, equestrian, horse-rider, statues, battle

PMR317-09
Poland, Cracow: the local artists display their work against the town wall, on both sides of the Florianska Gate.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, paintings, art display, artistic

PMR317-08
Poland, Cracow: Florianska Gate and Furriers' Tower, built in 1300-07, showing the Baroque bas-relief of St. Florian.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, town wall

PMR317-07
Poland, Cracow: St. Mary's Church, a Gothic basilica dating from the 14th century. The towers were added about 1478. From the taller one a bugle call sounds every hour, formerly the "all clear" signal from the watchman. In the foreground is the monument to the poet Adam Mickiewicz.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, statue, memorial, street scene

PMR317-06
Poland, Cracow: the Main Square (Rynek Glowny) with the disparate twin towers of St. Mary's Church, and monument to the poet Adam Mickiewicz.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR317-05
Poland, Cracow: the Cloth Hall, a mediaeval trading centre dating back to the early 14th century now contains tourist boutiques. View of the south end.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR317-04
Poland, Cracow: Town Hall Tower, completed in 1383, stands alone in the market place, the town hall having been demolished in 1820.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR317-03
Poland, Cracow: the Royal Archcathedral Basilica of Saints Stanislaus and Wenceslaus on the Wawel Hill (Wawel Cathedral), completed in 1364 in Gothic style, but displays many later additions in a variety of styles. It contains the tombs of the Polish kings and queens. The golden dome denotes Sigismund's Chapel.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR317-02
Poland, Cracow, Wawel Cathedral: Sigismund's Chapel with gilded dome, and its twin, the royal chapel of the Vasas.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR317-01
Poland, Cracow: graceful arcades surround the inner court of Wawel Castle on four sides.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR316-12
Poland, Cracow: the Royal Archcathedral Basilica of Saints Stanislaus and Wenceslaus on the Wawel Hill (Wawel Cathedral), completed in 1364 in Gothic style, but displays many later additions in a variety of styles. It contains the tombs of the Polish kings and queens. In the foreground, a display of bronze cannons outside the museum.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR316-11
Poland, Cracow: this bronze dragon, outside the "Dragon's Cave" at the foot of the Wawel Hill, really breathes fire.
Keywords: metropolis, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, legend

PMR316-10
Poland, Cracow: Thieves' Tower, part of the mediaeval defence system of the Wawel Fortress.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, medieval, heritage

PMR316-09
Poland, Cracow: River Vistula seen from the walls of the Wawel Fortress with the Kosciuszko Mound in the distamce.
Keywords: picturesque, buttress, fortifications , defence

PMR316-08
Poland, Cracow: Garden Camping Site on the outskirts of the town.
Keywords: picturesque, tenting, open air, outdoor life, rural

PMR316-06
Czechoslovakia, Brno: Mahenovo Divadlo (the city theatre) on the east side of the city, a handsome classical building.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia, opera

PMR316-05
Czechoslovakia, Brno: market place (25th June Square) with view along Radnicka Street, and the old town hall.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia, street scene

PMR316-04
Czechoslovakia, Brno: market place (25th June Square) with the tower of the old town hall.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia, street scene

PMR316-03
Czechoslovakia, Brno: fountain in the market square (25th June Square) by J.B. Fischer von Erlach (1690-96), with local growers' stall in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia

PMR316-02
Czechoslovakia, Brno: tower of the old town hall and symbol of Brno, with carved Gothic figures above the doorway.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia

PMR316-01
Czechoslovakia, Brno: selling lottery tickets in Liberty Square. St. Jacob's Church in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia

PMR315-12
Czechoslovakia, Brno: the Virgin's Column stands in a corner of Liberty Square.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Slovakia, street scene, Brünn, Moravia

PMR315-11
Czechoslovakia, Brno: rich Gothic ornamentation above the main portal of the Church of Saints Peter and Paul.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Slovakia, stone carving, Brünn, Moravia

PMR315-10
Czechoslovakia, Brno: the Church of Saints Peter and Paul overlooks the town from its position on the bastions.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Slovakia, Brünn, Moravia

PMR315-09
Czechoslovakia, Brno: Atlantes in Liberty Square make dwarfs of the shoppers beneath.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, Slovakia, street scene, Brünn, Moravia

PMR315-08
Czechoslovakia, Brno: Liberty Square, in the centre of the town, with St. Jacob's Church tower.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, Slovakia, heritage, Brünn, Moravia

PMR315-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Neuburg an der Donau: facade of the Hofkirche (early 17th century Baroque) and the Fountain of the Virgin.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage

PMR315-06
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: Residenzplatz, with facade of the south wing of the Prince-Bishops' Palace, and base of the Virgin's Column with its fountains.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR315-05
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: former administrative building of the Prince-Bishops (right), with (centre) gable of the courthouse of the cathedral chapter, and the twin towers of the cathedral itself.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Baroque

PMR315-04
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: Willibaldsburg (St. Willibald's Castle), built in 1353 - the Gemmingen Building seen from the west in the valley.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence

PMR315-03
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: the spacious courtyard of the Rebdorf Monastery with the church towers in the background.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR315-02
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: Willibaldsburg (St. Willibald's Castle), built in 1353 - view of the Gemmingen Building with north tower.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence

PMR315-01
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: view from St. Willibald's Castle with Rebdorf Monastery and Grammar School in the centre.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, landscape, panorama, farmland

PMR314-12
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: Residenzplatz, with facade of the south wing of the Prince-Bishops' Palace, fountains with cherubs, and the Virgin's Column.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR314-11
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: view from St. Willibald's Castle with Rebdorf Monastery and Grammar School in the centre.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, landscape, panorama, farmland

PMR314-10
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: oriel window on the corner of Luitpold Strasse, with the Baroque Church of the Guardian Angel (1620) in the background.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage

PMR314-09
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: St. Willibald's Fountain in the Market Place.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Renaissance

PMR314-08
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: the River Altmühl, seen from the town's bridge, with the church of St. Walburg Benedictine Convent in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, reflections, horse-chestnut tree, wooded

PMR314-07
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: approach to the town by the bridge over the River Altmühl, with the Baroque west front of the cathedral behind.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR314-06
Switzerland, Basel: the Kunstmuseum, one of the world's most important art galleries, contains German and Flemish masters and many impressionists.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, heritage, collection, paintings, masterpieces, Holbein

PMR314-05
Switzerland, Basel: main entrance of the Münster (cathedral), with carvings in the red sandstone and handsome wooden doors. Begun in the 12th century, the building is partly Romanesque and partly Gothic. The gravestone of Erasmus is to be seen in the north aisle.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Christian, religion

PMR314-04
Switzerland, Basel: the famous Romanesque portal known as the St. Gall in the Münster (cathedral) Begun in the 12th century, the building is partly Romanesque and partly Gothic. The gravestone of Erasmus is to be seen in the north aisle.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Christian, religion

PMR314-03
Switzerland, Basel: Münster (cathedral), south west facade. Begun in the 12th century, the building is partly Romanesque and partly Gothic. The gravestone of Erasmus is to be seen in the north aisle.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Christian, religion

PMR314-02
Switzerland, Basel: St. Alban's Gate-Tower, dating back to 1230.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Gothic

PMR314-01
Switzerland, Basel: surviving part of the city's fortified wall in St. Alban-Tal (Valley)..
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, fortifications, defence

PMR313-12
Switzerland, Basel: Barfüsser Platz and Barfüsser Church, the former Franciscan Church, which now houses the Historical Museum where many of the city's treasures are to be seen.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR313-11
Switzerland, Basel: Andreas Platz manages to preserve its original appearance.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage

PMR313-10
Switzerland, Basel: Market Place, with some of the varied facades, and tower of the city hall.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR313-09
Switzerland, Basel: City Hall (Rathaus), completed in about 1501 and renovated in 1901, with its colourful facade. The police post, surmounted by a colourful balcony from the time of the renovation.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Renaissance

PMR313-08
Switzerland, Basel: City Hall (Rathaus), completed in about 1501 and renovated in 1901, has a frescoed facade and gilded clock with painted and gilded figures.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Renaissance

PMR313-07
Switzerland, Basel: City Hall (Rathaus), completed in about 1501 and renovated in 1901, with its colourful facade.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage, Renaissance

PMR313-06
Switzerland, Basel: blue flowers of Molltkia petraea and an array of cacti in the university botanical garden with the university buildings in the background.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, colourful, horticulture

PMR313-05
Switzerland, Basel: newly renovated Baroque palace on Bernoulli Strasse near the Botanical Gardens.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, heritage, cobblestones

PMR313-04
Switzerland, Basel: mediaeval housing in the Peters Gasse.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage

PMR313-03
Switzerland, Basel: old houses in the Peters Gasse, with St. Peters church tower behind.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR313-02
Switzerland, Basel: tethered ferry boat arriving from the north bank of the River Rhine, with the city's fireboat, ever ready for action.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, quayside, ferry crossing

PMR313-01
Switzerland, Basel: Hotel Euler, sporting a pink ribbon to celebrate its 125th anniversary.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, colourful, gift-wrapping

PMR312-12
Switzerland, Basel: Barfüsser Platz, with Restaurant "zum braunen Hutz" (with sgraffiti).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR312-11
Switzerland, Basel: pleasure boat berthed at the quay in front of the tourist office building.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, boat, motor cruiser

PMR312-10
Switzerland, Basel: the stone Middle Bridge on the site of the first stone bridge over the River Rhine, built in 1225. Flag in the foreground bears Basel's armorial symbol: a bishop's crosier
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR312-09
Switzerland, Basel: old patrician houses backing on to the Rhine; view from Oberer Rheinweg.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, mediaeval, medieval, heritage

PMR312-08
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: view of the town, its vineyards and surrounding hills from above.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, medieval, countryside, landscape

PMR312-07
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: fountain, with the Banque Agricole and old houses with traditional arched doorways.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, heritage, cobblestones

PMR312-06
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: entrance to the Restaurant "au Petit Gourmet" with its handsome wrought iron sign.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones

PMR312-05
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: outside the town wall.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones, fortifications, defence

PMR312-04
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: red tablecloths distinguish the outdoor tables of the Hotel du Dolder.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones, diners

PMR312-03
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: fountain by the north gate with view down the main street.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones

PMR312-02
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: part of the town square and half timbered buildings at the top of the main street.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones

PMR312-01
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: one of the side alleys with glimpse of the church tower.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones

PMR311-12
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: Hotel/Restaurant "Le Sarment d'Or" in a side street.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, heritage, cobblestones

PMR311-11
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: diners in the main square, surrounded by historic, half timbered houses.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones

PMR311-10
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: open air restaurant in a leafy, secluded courtyard.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, heritage, dining

PMR311-09
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: view of the north gatetower, the Dolder, with cafe tables on the street.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones

PMR311-08
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: courtyard off the main street.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones

PMR311-07
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: wine house "Hugel" on the main street.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones

PMR311-06
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: main street with one of mny wine houses.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones, medieval

PMR311-05
France, Alsace, Riquewihr, a well preserved mediaeval village on the edge of the Vosges: half timbered houses near the south gate.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, medieval, timber-frame, lathe and plaster, heritage, cobblestones

PMR311-04
Switzerland, Basel: artist painting the cathedral, with the Middle Bridge over the River Rhine in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, artistic, painter

PMR311-03
Switzerland, Basel: view of the stone Middle Bridge over the River Rhine from the promenade "Oberer Rheinweg".
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR311-02
Switzerland, Basel: view of the cathedral from the Wettstein Bridge over the River Rhine.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage

PMR310-09
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: view of Prunn Castle from the heights on the opposite side of the valley, with the River Altmühl flowing between.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, limestone, jura, Burg Prunn

PMR310-08
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: approaching Prunn Castle, perched on its vertical cliffs in the Altmühl Valley, with crop of rape and parish church in the foreground.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, colourful, yellow, limestone, jura

PMR310-07
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: Burg Randeck (ca. 1000 AD), perched on the clifftop above Essing, is one of the oldest fortified castles in Bavaria.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, limestone, jura, fortifications, defence

PMR310-06
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: field of golden dandelions, with Burg Randeck on the cliffs overlooking Essing. Typical scenery in the limestone Franconian Jura.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, limestone, jura, yellow

PMR310-05
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: view of Essing and the town gate from the wooden bridge over the River Altmühl, with Burg Randeck, built ca. 1000, on the clifftop.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, limestone, jura, fortifications, defence

PMR310-04
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: Bridge over the river in the Altmühl Valley at Essing, with Burg Randeck, built ca. 1000, on the clifftop.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, rocky, steep, precipitous, limestone, jura, fortifications, defence

PMR310-03
Germany, Bavaria, Franconia: the Altmühl Valley near Kehlheim.. The old river course lies to the left and right of the new Rhine-Main-Danube Canal.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, waterways

PMR310-02
Germany, East Berlin: the rotating Universal Clock in Alexander Platz.
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, technology, novelty, scientific, time

PMR310-01
Germany, East Berlin: crowds on Unter den Linden on May Day 1990 showing (left to right): Zeughaus (Arsenal)(1706), Cathedral, TV Tower and Staatsrat (GDR Parliament Building).
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, sightseers

PMR309-11
Germany, West Berlin: section of the Berlin Wall near Charlottenstrasse, with souvenir pieces being chipped out of the wall with a hammer.
Keywords: historic, division

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

PMR309-09
Germany, West Berlin: section of the Berlin Wall near Charlottenstrasse, with a large breach, partially blocked off, but guarded by two East German soldiers.
Keywords: historic, division

PMR309-08
Germany, West Berlin: section of the Berlin Wall near Charlottenstrasse, with pieces being offered for sale to tourists.
Keywords: souvenirs, fragments, historic, division

PMR309-06
Germany, West Berlin: Charlottenburg Palace, completed in 1710. One of the Greek warrior figures on the main gate.
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, Baroque, statue, sculpture

PMR309-05
Germany, West Berlin: Charlottenburg Palace, completed in 1710. Mausoleum in the park, built in 1810 by H. Gentz, containing the Prussian royal tombs.
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, grave, burialplace, memorial

PMR309-04
Germany, West Berlin: Charlottenburg Palace, completed in 1710. A mature oak tree in the grounds.
Keywords: picturesque, botanical, arboreal, graceful, shapely

PMR309-03
Germany, West Berlin: Charlottenburg Palace, completed in 1710 reflected in the lake in the park.
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, Baroque

PMR309-02
Germany, West Berlin: Charlottenburg Palace, completed in 1710. View from the formal gardens.
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, Baroque

PMR309-01
Germany, West Berlin: Charlottenburg Palace, completed in 1710. View through the main gate showing the equestrian statue of the Great Elector in the Court of Honour.
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, Baroque

PMR308-11
Germany, West Berlin: row of crosses on the bank of the River Spree near the Reichstag commemorates those who lost their lives in an attempt to scale the wall or swim across the Spree.
Keywords: memorial, tribute

PMR308-10
Germany, West Berlin: Siegessäule (Victory Column), 67 metres high, commemorating the campaigns of 1864, 66 and 70.. 285 steps lead to the gilded figure on the top.
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful

PMR308-09
Germany, West Berlin: Siegessäule (Victory Column), 67 metres high, commemorating the campaigns of 1864, 66 and 70.. 285 steps lead to the gilded figure on the top.
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful

PMR308-08
Germany, East Berlin: facade and tower of "Das rote Rathaus" (the red town hall), a red brick building built between 1861 and 1870, with the Neptunbrunnen, one of Berlin's oldest and finest fountains, in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, water feature, Neptune

PMR308-07
Germany, East Berlin: "Das rote Rathaus" (the red town hall), a red brick building built between 1861 and 1870, with fountains, seen from the base of the TV Tower.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, water feature

PMR308-06
Germany, East Berlin: the protestant cathedral (the Supreme Parish and Collegiate Church) (1905) with statuary on the Spree bridge in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, religion

PMR308-05
Germany, East Berlin: the protestant cathedral (the Supreme Parish and Collegiate Church) (1905) with equestrian figure on the steps of the National Gallery in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, religion

PMR308-04
Germany, East Berlin: part of the Staatsrat (East German Parliament) building, now demolished, with the TV Tower in the background.
Keywords: architecture, monument, culture, GDR

PMR308-03
Germany, East Berlin: protestant cathedral (1905) and bridge over the River Spree, with reflections in the water.
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque

PMR308-02
Germany, East Berlin: the TV Tower, as seen from the Museum Island in the River Spree.
Keywords: architecture, monument, artistic, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque

PMR308-01
Germany, West Berlin: pieces of the Berlin Wall being offered to tourists for DM 5 to DM 10 per piece, in front of the Brandenburg Gate.
Keywords: culture, historic, colourful, souvenirs, fragments

PMR307-09
Germany, West Berlin: the colourful Aquarium Building, part of Berlin Zoo.
Keywords: architecture, culture, zoological, fishes, sealife, marine life

PMR307-08
Germany, West Berlin: entrance gate to Berlin Zoo with its famous elephant supporters.
Keywords: monument, artistic, colourful, culture, gateway, exotic

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

PMR307-06
Germany, West Berlin: modern marble fountain on Kurfürstendamm in front of the split-level Europa Shopping Centre. New Kaiser Wilhelm I memorial church behind.
Keywords: architecture, art, monument, water-feature, playing water

PMR307-05
Germany, West Berlin: modern stainless steel sculpture on Tauenzianstrasse, with Kaiser Wilhelm I memorial church on the Kurfürstendamm behind.
Keywords: architecture, art, picturesque, monument, flowerbeds

PMR307-04
Italy, Tuscany, Florence: Fountain of Neptune (1576) in the Piazza della Signoria.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, monument, sculpture

PMR307-03
Italy, Tuscany, Florence: Fountain of Neptune (1576) in the Piazza della Signoria.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, monument, sculpture

PMR307-02
Italy, Tuscany, Florence: Ponte Vecchio and other bridges over the River Arno as seen from the Galleria degli Uffizi. The corridor on the right crosses the Ponte Vecchio over the shops and links the Uffizi with the Palazzo Pitti.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR307-01
Italy, Tuscany, Island of Elba: view of the fortress and lighthouse in Portoferraio, the capital, from the upper town. Hydrofoil leaving the bay in the background.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, port, harbour, jetty, quay, water craft, moorings, fishing boats, panorama, vista

PMR306-12
Italy, Tuscany, Island of Elba, Porto Azzurro: fisherman mending his nets on the quayside with cat for company.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, port, harbour, jetty, quay, water craft, moorings, fishing boats

PMR306-11
Italy, Tuscany, Island of Elba, Porto Azzurro: boats moored in the harbour with barren hills in the background.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, port, harbour, jetty, quay, water craft, moorings, fishing boats

PMR306-10
Italy, Tuscany, Island of Elba: as the road descends into Porto Azzurro there is a good view of the harbour.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, port, harbour, jetty, quay, water craft, moorings, fishing boats

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

PMR306-08
Italy, Tuscany, Maremma Regional Park (Parco Regionale de Maremma) near Grossetto: ruin on a hill, seen through the pine trees.
Keywords: nature, reservation, conservation, ecology, bio-diversity, biotope, countryside, swamplands

PMR306-07
Italy, Tuscany, Maremma Regional Park (Parco Regionale de Maremma) near Grossetto: one of the pools, abounding in bullfrogs and turtles.
Keywords: nature, reservation, conservation, ecology, bio-diversity, biotope, countryside, swamplands

PMR306-06
Italy, Tuscany, Massa Marittima: view of the cathedral apse and the well preserved belltower from below.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR306-05
Italy, Tuscany, Massa Marittima: the cathedral, seen over the rooftops from the upper town.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR306-04
Italy, Tuscany, Massa Marittima: the cathedral with belltower, designed by Enrico da Campione in Pisan Romanesque style.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR306-03
Italy, Tuscany, Massa Marittima: Piazza Garibaldi with the Romanesque Palazzo Pretorio (Law Courts) built in the 13th century.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR306-02
Italy, Tuscany, Sienna: Piazza del Campo and the Palazzo Pubblico with its 88-metre-high tower, the Torre del Mangia, built between 1288 and 1309.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR306-01
Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: distant view of the town of prominent towers with vineyards and olive trees in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR305-12
Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: popular resting place for tourists are the steps around the cistern in the Piazza della Cisterna.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR305-11
Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: a typical side street, with solidly built dwellings.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR305-10
Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: view of the remaining towers from "La Rocca", with flowering cherry tree in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR305-09
Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: typical skyline, with some of the ancient towers.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR305-08
Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: ancient houses in the Via San Giovanni.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR305-07
Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: part of the cathedral steps with two of the famous towers in the background.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR305-06
Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: a corner of the Piazza del Duomo, from the steps of the cathedral.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

PMR305-05
Italy, Tuscany, San Gimignano, famous for its fortified, soaring "Towers of Nobility" built in the Middle Ages during the struggle between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines: Piazza della Cisterna with its cistern/well, towers and palaces.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic, Romanesque

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

PMR305-03
Italy, Tuscany, Suvereto: Piazza G. d'Annunzio, with bell tower, Judas tree and palms
Keywords: square, clocktower, belltower, historic, picturesque

PMR305-02
Italy, Tuscany, Campiglia Marittima: view of the town on its hill with columbarium in the foreground.
Keywords: traditional, dwellings, terraces, picturesque, hill town

PMR305-01
Italy, Tuscany, Campiglia Marittima: a large flower bedecked columbarium in the cemetery of San Giovanni.
Keywords: burial, grave, urn, ashes, memoria

PMR304-12
Italy, Tuscany, Campiglia Marittima: Piazza della Republica.
Keywords: traditional, dwelling, square, clocktower, belltower

PMR304-11
Italy, Tuscany, Cafaggio: "Le Vigne", a typical farmhouse standing in its own grounds, with vines, olives, peaches and apricots and other fruit in season.
Keywords: traditional, dwelling, landscape, colourful, spring, wild flowers

PMR304-10
Italy, Tuscany, Cafaggio: "Le Vigne", a typical farmhouse standing in its own grounds, with vines, olives, peaches and apricots and other fruit in season.
Keywords: traditional, dwelling, landscape, colourful, poppies, spring, wildflowers

PMR304-08
Italy: the coast of Tuscany near Castiglioncello.
Keywords: coastline, landscape, picturesque, colourful, headland

PMR304-07
Italy: a field of rape on the outskirts of Livorno.
Keywords: colourful, agriculture, crops, rape oil, rape seed, picturesque, landscape, Toscania

PMR304-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit-im-Winkl: skiers enjoying a break for refreshment in front of an empty hut on the "Steinplatte".
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, Alps, winter sports, skiing, snow scene

PMR304-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Viktualienmarkt, with maypole and towers of "Alter Peter" Church, the new town hall and the old town hall.
Keywords: München, architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, historic, heritage

PMR303-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ingolstadt: the unequal (unfinished) towers of the Gothic minster, the Basilica of Our Lady, begun in the year 1425.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, church, red-brick

PMR303-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ingolstadt: the Gothic Kreuztor (1385), gateway to the town, with the towers of the minster in the background.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR303-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: cablecar leading to the Schneefernerhaus Hotel (left) and the summit and meteorological station of the Zugspitze (2966 metres) (top right).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR303-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen: enjoying the sun and view of the Alps on the snow-covered Zugspitzplatt.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR303-04
Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: ski piste leading down to the Christlum Alm, with Achen Valley and the snow-capped Unnütz Mountains in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR303-03
Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: view of the sun terrace and sun bar at the Chrislum Alm, with snow-capped Unnütz mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR302-10
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: view of the confluence of the Rivers Mosel (right) and Rhine (left), with the "Deutsches Eck" on the tongue of land between them, where once stood a gigantic equestrian statue of Wilhelm I. Seen from the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, barge

PMR302-09
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: all four towers of the Romanesque Basilica of St. Castor (Stiftskirche S. Kastor) from the south east.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR302-08
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: the twin west towers of the Basilica of St. Castor, erected in 1208. The Treaty of Verdun was drawn up in a predecessor basilica in 843 AD.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval

PMR302-07
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: British George VI postbox in the Casinostrasse near the Rathaus, in use and regularly emptied.
Keywords: culture, historic, colourful, letter box, postbox, mail box, red

PMR302-06
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: part of the Rathaus (Town Hall), the 17th century former Jesuit College.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful

PMR302-05
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: former Prussian Government Building, erected in 1905 in neo-Romanesque style, now houses the Ministry of Defence Technology.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic

PMR302-04
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: facade of the Electoral Palace, erected 1778-86 by Clement Wenceslaus, the last elector of Trier, and now home to a museum.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful

PMR302-03
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: bronze figures of market trader and policeman in the pedestrian zone.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, national heritage, statue, monument

PMR302-02
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: colourful oriel on Löhrstrasse in the pedestrian zone of the old town.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR302-01
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Koblenz: handsome facades in the square 'Am Plan', with the twin towers of the Church of Our Lady in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR301-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria: hikers within sight of the summit cross on Mount Rehleitenkopf (1338 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter

PMR301-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria: hikers approaching the summit of Mount Rehleitenkopf (1338 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter

PMR301-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria: one of Bavaria's highest farmhouses at Hohe Asten (1104 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter

PMR301-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria: pilgrimage chapel on the Petersberg (847 metres), with fountain and bishop's statue.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter

PMR301-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view from the snow-covered Petersberg (847 metres) with bronze bishop's statue.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow, winter

PMR301-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wallgau: Hotel Post with its handsome wall frescoes.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountains, autumn

PMR300-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the striking headquarters of the Bayerische Hypotech- und Wechselbank (now part of Credito Italiano), built between 1975 and 1981. Architects: Walther and Bea Betz.
Keywords: modern architecture, bank, multi-storey, high-rise, skyscraper, modernistic, futuristic.

PMR300-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the striking headquarters of the Bayerische Hypotech- und Wechselbank (now part of Credito Italiano), built between 1975 and 1981. Architects: Walther and Bea Betz.
Keywords: modern architecture, bank, multi-storey, high-rise, skyscraper, modernistic, futuristic.

PMR300-10
Switzerland, Schaffhausen, Stein-am-Rhein: half-timbered houses in a side street.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR300-09
Switzerland, Schaffhausen, Stein-am-Rhein: half-timbered house between two houses with oriel windows.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR300-08
Switzerland, Schaffhausen, Stein-am-Rhein: promenade and church tower from the Rhine bridge.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, Gothic, step gables

PMR300-07
Switzerland, Schaffhausen, Stein-am-Rhein: the fastest way to cool down: a spring into the Rhine from the bridge!
Keywords: summer heat, cooling water, diving, jumping into river

PMR300-06
Switzerland, Schaffhausen, Stein-am-Rhein: promenade and river frontages, with with Höhenklingen Castle atop the hill in the background.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, waterfront, wooded

PMR300-05
Switzerland, Schaffhausen, Stein-am-Rhein: bathing and canoeing in the Rhine.
Keywords: water sport, cooling water, summer heat, River Rhine

PMR300-04
Switzerland, Schaffhausen, Stein-am-Rhein: frescoes on the facades of the Hotel Adler and Haus zum weissen Adler in the Rathausplatz (main square).
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, burger-house.

PMR300-03
Austria, Tyrol, Achenkirch: the triple peaks of Unnütz: Hinter Unnütz (2008m.), Hoch Unnütz (2075m.) and Vorder Unnütz (2077m.), from Mount Seekarspitz (2050m.) with the Achen Valley between.
Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine scenery, outdoor life, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, mountain range, panorama, trekking

PMR300-02
Austria, Tyrol: Achensee lake, from the summit of Mount Seekarspitz (2050m.) with snow-covered Kitzbühler Alps in the distance.
Keywords: Alps, mountains, alpine scenery, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, mountain range, panorama, vista

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

PMR266-02
U.S.A., Florida, Key West: at the southernmost point of continental U.S.A., 90 miles from Cuba.
Keywords: extremities, buoy, colourful, historic, heritage

PMR266-01
U.S.A., Florida, Key West: at the southernmost point of continental U.S.A., 90 miles from Cuba.
Keywords: extremities, buoy, colourful, historic, heritage

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

PMR235-06
Romania, Moldavia, Jacobeni: the railway and Bistrita River with snow still visible on the mountains behind.
Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, railway-track, railway-line, wooded valley

PMR234-10
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Moldovitei: the frescoed church of Moldovita Monastery: frescoes on the vestibule roof and walls; "The Last Judgement" appears as customary on the west outer wall.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque

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

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

PMR206-11
Israel, Jerusalem: the Western (Wailing) Wall :
the lower 7 stone courses (19 more are below ground level!) are from the time of Herod (20 BC); the next 4 courses are from Roman times, and the top part was added at the time of the British mandate. At present it stands 18 metres high.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR299-12
Germany, Bavaria, Ansbach: the surviving towers of St. Gumbertus' Church after the church hall was rebuilt in the Baroque style in 1736. The Margrave George Frederick fountain is at lower centre of the picture.
Keywords: architecture, culture, hitoric, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, street scene

PMR299-11
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: The Loreley Rocks overlooking the Rhine Valley, where, according to legend, a beautiful enchantress lured boatmen to their deaths with her song. Statue surrounded by roses.
Keywords: Romantic Rhine, Rock of Lore, monument, sculpture, myth

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

PMR299-09
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: The Loreley Rocks overlooking the Rhine Valley, where, according to legend, a beautiful enchantress lured boatmen to their deaths with her song. Here: a Rhine steamer passing below the Loreley Rocks.
Keywords: Romantic Rhine, Rock of Lore, camp site, pleasure boat, Rhine cruiser

PMR299-08
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: early morning view from the east, showing the old castle which shares the same hill, with reflections.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, church, religion

PMR299-07
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: early morning view from the east, showing the old castle which shares the same hill, with reflections.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, church, religion

PMR299-06
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: view from the stone bridge with the statue of a saint in the foreground. Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: view from the stone bridge with the figure of a saint in the foreground.
Keywords: church, religious building, historic building, mediaeval

PMR299-05
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the old stone bridge over the River Lahn with its tower dating from 1543, reflected in the water.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval

PMR299-04
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: view of the colourful main entrance with its carvings.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, church, religion

PMR299-03
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: view of the west facade, recently painted, after much research, in the original colours. Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: view of the west facade, now painted, after much research, in the original colours.
Keywords: church, mediaeval, historic building, religious building

PMR299-02
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the old stone bridge over the River Lahn with its tower dating from 1543, reflected in the water.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval

PMR299-01
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: late afternoon view from the old stone bridge over the River Lahn. Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: late afternoon view from the old stone bridge over the River Lahn.
Keywords: church, religious building, historic building, mediaeval

PMR298-12
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: Market place and Böhmergasse with sandstone fountain representing a figure drinking wine from a barrel held above his head.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene, oriel

PMR298-11
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: carved hobgoblins on a half timbered facade.
Keywords: architecture, culture, heritage, historic, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, grotesques, imps

PMR298-10
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque. Here: view of the typical Romanesque blind arcaded apse at the east end.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, church, religion

PMR298-09
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: typical half-timbered houses on the Kolpingstrasse, with the mitre-roofed towers of the cathedral rising above the rooftops.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene, church, religion

PMR298-08
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the facades of these half-timbered houses lean at an alarming angle. Street cafés spread on to the road.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene

PMR298-07
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: half-timbered gables and oriels in the old quarter, with Hotel zum goldenen Hirsch (Golden Stag Hotel) in the centre.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene

PMR298-06
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the old Fish Market, surrounded by picturesque facades.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene

PMR298-05
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the upper storeys of the half-timbered houses overhang the narrow streets and almost meet, in the old quarter. Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the upper storeys of the half-timbered houses overhang the narrow streets and almost meet, in the old quarter.
Keywords: mediaeval, precarious, national heritage, picturesque, quaint, timber-framed buildings, historic building

PMR298-04
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: the cathedral, St. Georgsdom, set on a rocky spur, is a classic example of Transitional Gothic architecture which was prevalent in Germany between 1210 and 1250, and externally appears to be pure Romanesque.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, church, religion

PMR298-03
German, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: this diminutive tower is all that remains of one of the town's mediaeval gates.
Keywords: architecture, culture, hostoric, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval

PMR298-01
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: row of half-timbered houses in a mews.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR297-12
Germany, Hessen, Limburg an der Lahn: picturesque facade of the Wirtschaft (Inn) zum Fegerer.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, timber frame, half timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR297-11
Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: Schloss Johannisburg; built of red sandstone between 1605 and 1614 on the site of a mediaeval fortress for the Archbishops of Mainz, the castle now houses the state art gallery and municipal museum in addition to the richly furnished state apartments. View across the River Main.
Keywords: palace, architecture, Renaissance, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR297-10
Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: country palace built in 1780 for the Archbishops of Mainz in Schönbusch Park. Here: part of the maze in the palace grounds.
Keywords: palace, puzzle, architecture, garden, challenge, test

PMR297-09
Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: country palace built in 1780 for the Archbishops of Mainz in Schönbusch Park, reflected in the ornamental lake.
Keywords: palace, architecture, reflections, mansion, Baroque, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR297-08
Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: country palace built in 1780 for the Archbishops of Mainz in Schönbusch Park. Here: rowing on the ornamental lake in the palace grounds.
Keywords: country idyll, rural, greenery, boating, summer idyll, relaxing, quiet, peacful

PMR297-07
Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: country palace built in 1780 for the Archbishops of Mainz in Schönbusch Park. Here: sandstone bridge over the ornamental lake in the palace grounds, with reflections.
Keywords: peaceful, greenery, rural, boating, rowing, quiet, relaxing, woods, trees

PMR297-06
Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: Schloss Johannisburg; built of red sandstone between 1605 and 1614 on the site of a mediaeval fortress for the Archbishops of Mainz, the castle now houses the state art gallery and municipal museum in addition to the richly furnished state apartments.
Keywords: palace, architecture, Renaissance, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR297-05
Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: Schloss Johannisburg; built of red sandstone between 1605 and 1614 on the site of a mediaeval fortress for the Archbishops of Mainz, the castle now houses the state art gallery and municipal museum in addition to the richly furnished state apartments.
Keywords: palace, architecture, Renaissance, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR297-04
Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: Schloss Johannisburg; built of red sandstone between 1605 and 1614 on the site of a mediaeval fortress for the Archbishops of Mainz, the castle now houses the state art gallery and municipal museum in addition to the richly furnished state apartments. Here: the vine-covered terrace leading to the gardens.
Keywords: palace, architecture, Renaissance, culture, picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR297-03
Germany, Bavaria, Aschaffenburg in the Spessart: Schloss Johannisburg; built of red sandstone between 1605 and 1614 on the site of a mediaeval fortress for the Archbishops of Mainz, the castle now houses the state art gallery and municipal museum in addition to the richly furnished state apartments. Here: view of the inner court with the keep, the only part remaining of the original mediaeval castle (1337).
Keywords: palace, architecture, Renaissance, culture, historic, heritage, picturesque, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR297-02
Germany, Bavaria, Ansbach in Franconia: the asymetrical Gothic towers of St. Johannis, the Lutheran Parish Church, built in the 15th century. In the foreground is the Margrave George Frederick Fountain sporting a gilded knight.
Keywords: picturesque, architecture, culture, historic, heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, street scene

PMR297-01
Germany, Bavaria, Ansbach in Franconia: former town gate with clocktower, the Herrieder Gate, a "trademark" of Ansbach.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, street scene

PMR296-12
Hairy Alpenrose (Rhododendron hirsutus) on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR296-11
Moss Campion (Silene acaulis) on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR296-10
Austria, Tyrol: a mini "glacier" of snow near the summit of Mount Unnütz (2077 metres) in July!
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR296-09
Austria, Tyrol: para-wing, shortly after being launched from the summit of Mount Unnütz (2077 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, Alps, mountain range, sport flying, ultra-light, aircraft, gliding

PMR296-08
Austria, Tyrol: young woman on a para-wing, seconds after being launched from the summit of Mount Unnütz (2077 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, Alps, mountain range, sport flying, ultra-light, aircraft, gliding

PMR296-07
Bavarian Gentian (Gentiana bavarica) on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR296-06
Mountain Avens (Dryas octopetala) on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR296-05
Yellow Wood Violet (Viola biflora) among flowers of Alpine Forget-me-not (Mysotis alpestris) on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR296-04
Daphne striata on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR296-03
Trumpet Gentian (Gentiana acaulis) on Mount Unnütz (2077 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR294-12
Yugoslavia, Zagreb: The National Theatre and Opera House, opened in 1895 by Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, music, performing arts

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

PMR294-10
Turkey, Edirne: Selim Mosque, built 1569-75 by the architect Sinan in the reign of Selim II.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, minarets, architecture, Mohammed, culture, historic, heritage

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

PMR294-08
Turkey, Ankara: the new guard marching down the parade to the Atatürk Mausoleum. Flanking the parade, Egyptian style, are neo-Hittite figures of lions.
Keywords: architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, heritage, memorial, artistic, military, platoon

PMR294-07
Turkey, Ankara: "Anitkabir", the temple-like mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Pasa (Atatürk), designed by architects Professors Emin Onat and Ahmet Orhan Arda, and completed in 1953. Showing the marble reliefs in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, heritage, memorial, artistic

PMR294-06
Turkey, Ankara: figures at the end of the parade leading to the Atatürk Mausoleum.
Keywords: street scene, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage, statues

PMR294-05
Turkey, Ankara: Turks on the Atatürk Boulevard with the Cumhuriyet (National) Monument behind.
Keywords: street scene, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage

PMR294-04
Turkey, Ankara: Hatti Monument on the Atatürk Boulevard. The stylised figure of a stag is an ancient Hittite symbol of unknown meaning, but ubiquitous.
Keywords: picturesque, street scene, traditional, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture, historic , heritage

PMR294-03
Turkey, Ankara: fountains and pool in the Abdi Ipekci Park, adjoining Atatürk Boulevard.
Keywords: picturesque, street scene, architecture, capital city, metropolis, culture

PMR294-02
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
General view of Göreme Open Air Museum where numerous churches are to be seen, some with elaborate vaulting, and others with well preserved frescos from the Middle Ages.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR294-01
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
This stone pyramid in Göreme Open Air Museum was formerly a "convent" for Armenian Christian nuns who were persecuted by the Muslims in the 9th century. It contains a large refectory as well as living quarters.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR293-12
Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
View through the windows of one of the unoccupied cliff dwellings.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR293-11
Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Some of these homes are still occupied (1989).
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR293-10
Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR293-09
Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR293-08
Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
A group of "fairy chimneys".
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR293-07
Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
A group of "fairy chimneys".
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR293-06
Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
A variety of different-coloured lichens growing on the rock face.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR293-05
Turkey, Cappadocia, Avanos, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR293-04
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR293-02
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR293-01a
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR293-01
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR292-12
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR292-11
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR292-10
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
View of the remarkable landscape from the top of the highest peak.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves, panorama

PMR292-09
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR292-08
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR292-07
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
The largest "multi-storey apartment" contains dozens of dwellings. At the top, where the flag is flying, is a public viewing platform.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR292-06
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
A pair of camels taking a break after giving rides to tourists.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR292-05
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Attempts to grow crops are often doomed to failure.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR292-04
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR292-03
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
The caves at the top of this cliff are not easily accesible.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes

PMR292-02
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Part of this cone has split apart, revealing the living room.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes

PMR292-01
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR291-12
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
A volcanic cone hollowed out for habitation.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes

PMR291-11
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR291-10
Turkey, Cappadocia, Göreme Valley, an area of bizarre volcanic rock formations, tunnelled out for dwellings since 1000 BC at least.
Keywords: UNESCO, world heritage, geology, colourful, picturesque, spectacular, barren, parched, erosion, phenomenon, landscape, fantastic, troglodytes, caves

PMR291-09
Turkey, Cappadocia, Nevsehir: the old quarter extends right up the hill which is crowned by the citadel.
Keywords: landscape, hills, community, stony, barren

PMR291-08
Turkey: a typical village in Cappadocia, with stone houses straggling up the barren hillside, on the outskirts of Nevsehir. Cowherd with cows returning from grazing.
Keywords: landscape, hills, poverty, community, stony

PMR291-07
Turkey: a typical village in Cappadocia, with stone houses straggling up the barren hillside, on the outskirts of Nevsehir. Cows returning from grazing.
Keywords: landscape, hills, poverty, community, stony

PMR291-06
Turkey: a typical village in Cappadocia, with stone houses straggling up the barren hillside, on the outskirts of Nevsehir.
Keywords: landscape, hills, poverty, community, stony

PMR291-04
Turkey: Lombardy Poplars dwarfed by the mighty Taurus Mountains, a few kilometres north of Pozanti.
Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, unspoilt, vegetation, wooded, snowcapped, trees, scenic

PMR291-03
Turkey: newly built (1989) "Club Skandinavia" holiday complex, not far from Silifke.
Keywords: landscape, hills, Mediterranean, coast, bay, beach, hotel

PMR291-02
Turkey: bowl-shaped river valley leading through a natural gate in the coastal cliffs, to the sea, not far from Silifke.
Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, nature reserve, unspoilt, vegetation, hills, wooded

PMR291-01
Turkey, Anamur: this imposing fortress, Mamure Castle, sited on a spit of land jutting into the sea, was originally built by the Romans in the 4th century AD and was one of the last strongholds of the Crusaders until 1221 when it fell to the Seljuk Turks who extended it to its present size.
Keywords: fortifications, defence, castle, impregnable, crenellations

PMR290-12
Turkey, Alanya: long sandy beach with oleanders in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, unspoilt, vegetation, coast, headland, bay, Mediterranean, deserted

PMR290-11
Turkey, Antalya: sunset over the mountains.
Keywords: colourful, twilight, evening, spectacular, silhouettes

PMR290-10
Turkey, Myra: Lycian tombs carved into the cliff, dating back to the 4th century BC, later used as living quarters by Byzantines. Adjacent to the ancient town where St. Nicholas was bishop and now lies buried.
Keywords: ancient, historic, heritage, antiquity, archeology, architecture, culture, necropolis

PMR290-09
Turkey, Myra: Lycian tombs carved into the cliff, dating back to the 4th century BC, later used as living quarters by Byzantines. Adjacent to the ancient town where St. Nicholas was bishop and now lies buried.
Keywords: ancient, historic, heritage, antiquity, archeology, architecture, culture, necropolis

PMR290-08
Turkey, Kas: view of the town and harbour surrounded by hills, with cruise ship at anchor.
Originally a Greek town until the Greek exodus in 1922-3.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, Mediterranean, coast, port, Antiphellus

PMR290-07
Turkey: rocky cove with oleander bushes
and dazzling turquoise sea, between Kalkan and Kas.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, Mediterranean , coast, deserted

PMR290-06
Turkey, Kalkan: view over the town and its bay from an olive grove on the hillside. Originally a Greek town until the Greek exodus in 1922-3. Now a favoured resort of the British.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, landscape, Mediterranean, coast

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

PMR290-04
Turkey, Fethiye: Turkish schoolchildren in the school playground.
Keywords: active, spring-clean, vigorous

PMR290-03
Turkey, Marmaris: castellated walls of the fortress overlooking the harbour.
Keywords: fortifications, defence, Turkish flags

PMR290-02
Turkey, Marmaris: equestrian statue of Kemal Atatürk on the promenade, with the yacht harbour in the background and numerous Turkish flags.
Keywords: picturesque, street scene, monument

PMR290-01
Turkey, Marmaris: beach and bay, backed by scrub-covered hills, seen from the oleander-lined promenade.
Keywords: holidays, tourism, sunbathing, relaxing, paddling, swimming, colourful, sand, picturesque

PMR289-12
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. The road, lined with oleanders, passes right through the chalk deposits.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR289-11
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Stalactites form on the larger terraces. Above, one of the motels overlooking the slope.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

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

PMR289-09
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. View along the escarpment.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR289-08
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Morning view of the chalk terraces, still filled with turquoise spring water.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR289-07
Turkey, Hierapolis: source of the mineral spring which now issues forth from a number of culverts into the swimming pool.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, masonry, ruin, archeology, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture, bathing, cool, refreshing, oleander

PMR289-06
Turkey, Hierapolis: crystal-clear waters of the swimming pool in Pamukkale, fed by the mineral spring, and featuring architectural fragments from the Roman edifice.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, masonry, ruin, archeology, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture, bathing, cool, refreshing, oleander

PMR289-05
Turkey, Hierapolis: crystal-clear waters of the swimming pool in Pamukkale, fed by the mineral spring, and featuring architectural fragments from the Roman edifice.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, masonry, ruin, archeology, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture, bathing, cool, refreshing, oleander

PMR289-04
Turkey, Hierapolis: main street and the Gate of Domitian (end of 1st century AD).
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture

PMR289-03
Turkey, Hierapolis: sarcophagi in the extensive Roman Necropolis showing one of the burial chambers with a sarcophagus on the roof.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture

PMR289-02
Turkey, Hierapolis: part of the extensive Roman Necropolis with Roman Baths in the background.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture

PMR288-12
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Towards the edge of the chalk deposits the terraces acquire a yellowish tint.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR288-11
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Two of the most prominent terraces with their "organ pipes".
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR288-10
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Like a huge frozen waterfall, the cascades of chalk descend from the terraces.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR288-09
Turkey, Hierapolis: evidence of earthquake activity may be seen in the 9" displacement of this stone water conduit.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture

PMR288-08
Turkey, Hierapolis: built during Hadrian's rule the amphitheatre had seats for 15-20,000 spectators. Above the stage are two excellently preserved series of reliefs, of Apollo and Artemis.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, architecture

PMR288-07
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. This is a popular outing for Turkish families at the weekend.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR288-06
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Children splashing around in the warm water pools at the top of the cliffs.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR288-05
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Children splashing around in the warm water pools at the top of the cliffs.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

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

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

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

PMR288-01
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. Oxide-stained chalk deposits built up over the ages by the "Red Spring".
Keywords: historic, antiquity, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis, phenomenon

PMR287-12
Turkey, Denizli, Pamukkale ("Cotton Castle"): hot water springs deposit calcium carbonate on the travertine terraces, and the spectacular results have been visited by tourists for centuries. The "Red Spring", which bubbles out of the rock into this pool, before flowing away. At a steady 35 degrees C., it is too hot to bathe in.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, picturesque, UNESCO, world heritage, colourful, geology, remarkable, fantastic, sedimentary, Hierapolis

PMR287-11
Turkey, Aphrodisias: stoa of the palaestra adjoining the Baths of Hadrian (?)
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR287-10
Turkey, Aphrodisias: view of the stage of the amphitheatre and the surrounding countryside. The "piazza" behind the stage was laid out at the end of the 4th century AD.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR287-09
Turkey, Aphrodisias: the well-preservd stage of the amphitheatre, converted in the 2nd century AD for fights between gladiators and wild animals.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR287-08
Turkey, Aphrodisias: an impressive row of Ionic columns marks the southern stoa of the agora. Still being excavated (1989).
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR287-07
Turkey, Aphrodisias: the Odeon, built in the 2nd century AD, was formerly roofed over. The stage is presently flooded (and full of frogs providing a rousing chorus!)
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR287-06
Turkey, Aphrodisias: Dragon Arum (Dranunculus vulgaris), a poisonous, fly-catching plant which stinks like carrion.
Keywords: countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful, Black Arum, Voodoo Lily, Snake Lily, Black Dragon, Black Lily, Dragonwort, Ragons

PMR287-05
Turkey, Aphrodisias: view of the stadium from one of the tunnel entrances.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR287-04
Turkey, Aphrodisias: the huge stadium, 228 metres long, probably the best preserved of any from the ancient world.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR287-03
Turkey. a profusion of pink oleanders (Nerium oleander) on the banks of the River Cine approaching Aydin.
Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, unspoilt, vegetation, hills, botany

PMR287-02
Turkey: three-arched Turkish bridge over the rocky bed of the River Cine.
Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, vegetation, oleander flowers, barren

PMR287-01
Turkey: travelling beehives and owner's tent, on the road between Eskicine and Aydin.
Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, apiary, honey

PMR286-12
Turkey, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). View of the promenade and moored boats.
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium

PMR286-11
Turkey, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). View from the far side of the harbour.
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium

PMR286-10
Turkey, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): children on the jetty, fisherman, yacht moorings, and the mosque.
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, minaret

PMR286-09
Turkey, Bodrum (formerly Halikarnassos): castle of St. Peter, built by crusading knights of the Order of St. John in 1402, using stones from the tomb of Mausolus (=mausoleum). View from the far side of the harbour.
Keywords: picturesque, port, harbour, quay, jetty, yachts, pleasure craft, fortifications, historic, culture, Petronium

PMR286-08
Turkey: brown bear and owner at the roadside near Milas.
Keywords: captive, performing, trainer, wild animal

PMR286-07
Turkey, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 metres long by 60 metres wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years, but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma probably goes back as far as 1000 BC and rivalled that of Delphi in influence and was older.
General view of the temple.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR286-06
Turkey, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 metres long by 60 metres wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years, but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma probably goes back as far as 1000 BC and rivalled that of Delphi in influence and was older.
Capital, from one of the Ionic columns.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR286-05
Turkey, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 metres long by 60 metres wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years, but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma probably goes back as far as 1000 BC and rivalled that of Delphi in influence and was older. Griffin, one of many adorning the frieze of the Adyton, or main hall.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR286-04
Turkey, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 metres long by 60 metres wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years, but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma probably goes back as far as 1000 BC and rivalled that of Delphi in influence and was older. Interior: in the foreground once stood a small building, 10 metres high, where the Oracle was situated.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR286-03
Turkey, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 metres long by 60 metres wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years, but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma probably goes back as far as 1000 BC and rivalled that of Delphi in influence and was older. Impressive carvings on the bases of the massive columns.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR286-02
Turkey, Didyma: the huge Temple of Apollo, measuring 120 metres long by 60 metres wide, was begun in the 3rd century BC, worked on for 300 years, but never completed. The Oracle of Didyma probably goes back as far as 1000 BC and rivalled that of Delphi in influence and was older. One of a number of heads of Medusa, which occupied places of honour on the entablature.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR286-01
Turkey, Miletus: recently restored Ionic stoa, built 41-54 AD in the time of Emperor Claudius (flooded).
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek

PMR285-12
Turkey, Miletus: behind the columns of a stoa, the remains of a monument to commemorate a sea battle stand on the edge of the former harbour.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek

PMR285-11
Turkey, Miletus: Roman amphitheatre, dating from the 2nd century AD, had seating for 25,000 spectators. Twin columns mark the position of the emperor's box.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek, architecture

PMR285-10
Turkey, Priene: view of the agora with the Temple of Zeus on the left. The plain beyond was an arm of the sea in Greek and Roman times.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek

PMR285-09
Turkey, Priene: one of the seats of honour, almost on the stage of the Greek amphitheatre (4th century BC)..
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek

PMR285-08
Turkey, Priene: Temple of Athena, begun in the 4th century BC, was one of the finest examples of Ionian architecture in Asia Minor.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, Greek

PMR285-07
Turkey, Davutlar National Park: deserted beach near Güzelcamli with wild hibiscus in the foreground.
Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, nature reserve, unspoilt, vegetation, coast, headland, bay

PMR285-06
Turkey, Davutlar National Park: nature reserve in the Samsun Dagi (=mountains).
Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, nature reserve, unspoilt, vegetation, hills, wooded

PMR285-05
Turkey: Davutlar National Park, with the Greek island of Samos in the background.
Keywords: rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, nature reserve, unspoilt, vegetation

PMR285-04
Turkey, Kusadasi: the long, sandy beach is ideal for bathing.
Keywords: holidays, tourism, sunbathing, relaxing, paddling, swimming, colourful

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

PMR285-02
Turkey, Ephesus: ruins of the East Gymnasium.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR285-01
Turkey, Ephesus: a well-preserved pair of caryatids.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR284-12
Turkey, Ephesus: Via Couretes, named after the Council of Priests.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR284-11
Turkey, Ephesus: Temple of Hadrian (130 AD) reconstructed with original parts.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR284-10
Turkey, Ephesus: view of the amphitheatre from the Via Arcadia.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR284-09
Turkey, Ephesus: Via Arcadia, 500-metre-long marble paved ceremonial way, which was lit after dark, leading to the (former)harbour. View from the amphitheatre.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR284-08
Turkey, Ephesus: the large amphitheatre, seating 25,000, was rebuilt on a number of occasions, but only finished in Trajan's time.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR284-07
Turkey, Izmir: one of the wooden general cargo boats unloading on the Atatürk Caddesi.
Keywords: colourful, ship, trading, maritime, commerce, quay, jetty

PMR284-06
Turkey, Izmir (Smyrna): row of Corinthian columns in the Greek agora, rebuilt by the Romans in the time of Marcus Aurelius. View with one of the entry arches in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR284-05
Turkey, Izmir (Smyrna): row of Corinthian columns in the Greek agora, rebuilt by the Romans in the time of Marcus Aurelius.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR284-04
Turkey, Izmir: the clocktower in Konak Square, the centre of the city.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage, street scene

PMR284-03
Turkey, Izmir: equestrian statue of Kemal Atatürk on the Cumhuriyet Meydani.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage, monument, hero

PMR284-02
Turkey, Izmir: one of many vast new estates of houses and blocks of apartments spreading over the hillside on the outskirts of Izmir. All units finished but unoccupied (1989).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, demography, population growth, expansion, accommodation, dwellings, housing

PMR284-01
Turkey, Izmir: one of many vast new estates of houses and blocks of apartments spreading over the hillside on the outskirts of Izmir. All units finished but unoccupied (1989). Curious goat in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, demography, population growth, expansion, accommodation, dwellings, housing

PMR283-12
Turkey, Pergamon: typical painted horse-drawn cart in Bergama.
Keywords: culture, art, picturesque, national heritage, traditional

PMR283-11
Turkey, Pergamon: old Turkish bridge, with the Roman city wall visible on the hillside beyond.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage

PMR283-10
Turkey, Pergamon: monumental Temple of the Egyptian Divinities ("Red Hall") probably built by Hadrian in the 2nd century AD, View of the interior: the low stone walls are the remains of a Byzantine church built inside the temple. On the podium stood a colossal figure of a god, enabled to "speak" by means of a secret passage to the head.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman, oracle

PMR283-09
Turkey, Pergamon: Via Tecta, the 1-kilometre-long approach road to the Asklepieion, with the Acropolis on a hill in the background. The original, ancient, paving stones are still mostly in place.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage

PMR283-08
Turkey, Pergamon: Via Tecta, the 1-kilometre-long approach road to the Asklepieion, with the Acropolis on a hill in the background.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage

PMR283-07
Turkey, Pergamon: group of Turkish youngsters in the Asklepieion.
Keywords: young Turks, boys, girls, children, curiosity

PMR283-06
Turkey, Pergamon: the Asklepieion: ruins of the 2-storey circular treatment centre, connected by a subterranean passage with the sacred spring.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage

PMR283-05
Turkey, Pergamon: the Asklepieion: remaining Ionic columns of the northern stoa, reflected in a pool.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR283-04
Turkey, Pergamon: the Asklepieion: devoted to natural cures, this ancient "sanatorium" had its own small theatre, seating about 3,500 spectators.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR283-03
Turkey, Pergamon: the Asklepieion: the sacred spring of the Romans still has its uses.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR283-02
Turkey, Pergamon: monumental Temple of the Egyptian Divinities ("Red Hall") probably built by Hadrian in the 2nd century AD, formerly completely sheathed in marble.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR283-01
Turkey, Pergamon: valley, flooded after building of dam.
Keywords: picturesque, landscape, reservoir, water supply, hydro-electric, sustainable energy

PMR282-12
Turkey, Pergamon: foundations of the Great Altar, dedicated to Zeus and Athena, built by Eumenes II to commemorate his victory over the Gauls (190 BC). The altar (35 x 33 metres) was excavated between 1878 and 1886 and now forms the centrepiece of the Pergamon Museum on the Museum Island in Berlin.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage

PMR282-11
Turkey, Pergamon: remaining wall of the ancient library, built by Eumenes II, which once held 200,000 scrolls. Transferred to Egypt in 41 BC after the burning of the library at Alexandria.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage

PMR282-10
Turkey, Pergamon: amphitheatre seating 10,000, with the Temple of Dionysus in the right foreground, formerly lined with Doric columns.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR282-09
Turkey, Pergamon: partial view of the amphitheatre with the modern town of Bergama below.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage

PMR282-08
Turkey, Pergamon: view of the re-erected columns and pediment of the northern stoa of the Temple of Trajan, built in the 2nd century AD.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR282-07
Turkey, Pergamon: columns of the northern stoa of the Temple of Trajan, built in the 2nd century AD, with columns of the eastern stoa in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR282-06
Turkey, Pergamon: columns of the northern stoa of the Temple of Trajan, built in the 2nd century AD.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Roman

PMR282-05
Turkey, Pergamon: villager proudly displaying a newly-shot male Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus).
Keywords: ornithology, birds, hunter, shooting, gun sport, kill, booty

PMR282-04
Turkey: red roofs of the village of Bademli, opposite the island of Lesvos.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, landscape, dwellings, houses

PMR282-03
Turkey, Gülpinar: recently discovered (1989) Temple of Apollo - unsorted fragments of ceiling, capitals, aand Latin inscriptions.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage

PMR282-02
Turkey, Gülpinar: recently discovered (1989) Temple of Apollo with the young, self-appointed guide.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage

PMR282-01
Turkey, Troy: shepherd boy with flock near Kumkale Point.
Keywords: picturesque, contryside, nature, bucholic, sheep, grazing

PMR281-12
Turkey, Troy: shepherd with flock, on the outskirts of the ancient city.
Keywords: picturesque, contryside, nature, bucholic, sheep, grazing

PMR281-11
Turkey, Troy: the site consists of 9 cities (Troy I - Troy IX), built one upon the other, the oldest dating from 3200 BC. Modern version of the wooden horse standing outside the entrance to the site.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Truva

PMR281-10
Turkey, Troy: the site consists of 9 cities (Troy I - Troy IX), built one upon the other, the oldest dating from 3200 BC. Sanctuary belonging to Troy VIII close to the west gate (since walled up) where the 'wooden horse' would have been dragged into the city.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Truva

PMR281-09
Turkey, Troy: the site consists of 9 cities (Troy I - Troy IX), built one upon the other, the oldest dating from 3200 BC. City wall belonging to Troy VI (1900-1200 BC).
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Truva

PMR281-08
Turkey, Troy: the site consists of 9 cities (Troy I - Troy IX), built one upon the other, the oldest dating from 3200 BC. Fragments of columns, with the remains of the small Roman theatre in the background.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, picturesque, national heritage, Truva

PMR281-07
Turkey, Canakkale: customs launch. The old fortifications are visible on the far side of the Dardanelles.
Keywords: strait, shipping, port, seascape

PMR281-06
Turkey, Canakkale: ferryboat arriving in the harbour after crossing the Dardanelles.
Keywords: strait, shipping, port, seascape, harbour light

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

PMR281-04
Turkey: fishing boats in the harbour at Bandirma, on the Marmora Sea.
Keywords: port, mosque, minaret, jetty, moorings

PMR281-03
Greece: lagoon, forming the northernmost point of the Aegean Sea, near Porto Lago. Haunt of Common Terns.
Keywords: landscape, seascape, mountains, peaceful, tranquil, isolated, unpopulated

PMR280-12
England, Norfolk, King's Lynn: Oxburgh Hall (National Trust), built 1482 by the Bedingfeld family who still live there. The mellow brick of the south facade reflected in the waters of the moat.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR280-11
England, Norfolk, King's Lynn: Oxburgh Hall (National Trust), built 1482 by the Bedingfeld family who still live there. View of the main gate with flanking towers and bridge over the moat.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR280-10
England, Cambridgeshire, Ely Cathedral: the octagon tower and lantern, and south transept, from the road.
Keywords: architecture, Gothic, Romanesque, mediaeval, medieval, Church of England, stone carving, masonry

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

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

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

PMR280-06
England, Suffolk, Framlingham: the church tower, from the village square.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, telephone kiosk, pillar box, street scene

PMR280-05
England, Suffolk, Framlingham: Framlingham College, originally founded as the Albert Memorial College in 1864. View from Framlingham Castle across the lake.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, architecture, countryside

PMR280-04
England, Suffolk, Framlingham: Saxstead Windmill in late December sunshine, seen from the nearby crossroads.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, grain milling, wind power, signpost, countryside

PMR280-03
England, Suffolk, Framlingham: Saxstead Windmill in late December sunshine.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, grain milling, wind power

PMR280-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: block of residential apartments, built 1972, in Unterschleissheim, a suburb of Munich, with autumn foliage in the foreground.
Keywords: München, architecture, dwellings, multi-storey, tower, high-rise

PMR279-12
Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria), a colourful and mildly poisonous mushroom, growing on Mount Demeljoch.
Keywords: alpine, pasture, mountain range, countryside, nature, botany, colourful, fungi

PMR279-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: flower displays in the Botanical Gardens, and Biology Faculty of the Ludwig-Maximilian University, with the cactus and orchid houses visible in the distance.
Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, colourful, flowerbeds, glasshouses

PMR279-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: flower displays in the Botanical Gardens, and Biology Faculty of the Ludwig-Maximilian University.
Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, colourful, flowerbeds

PMR279-07
England, Norfolk: eastern fomal gardens of Blickling Hall, a National Trust property, built in 1628.
Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, grounds, flowerbeds, herbacious border, colourful, park, topiary, vista

PMR279-06
Sowbread (Cyclamen europaeum) growing in the grounds of Blickling Hall, Norfolk.
Keywords: pasture, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful

PMR279-04
England, Norfolk: south facade of Blickling Hall, a National Trust property, built in 1628, seen from the end of the main drive, by the entrance gate, showing the east and west wings.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR279-03
England, Norfolk: south facade of Blickling Hall, a National Trust property, built in 1628.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR279-01
Hungary, Veszprem: distant view of the Bishops' Palace and Old Town, perched on its rocky outcrop.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful

PMR278-12
Hungary, Veszprem: entrance to the Bishops' Palace, built in Baroque style by Austrian architect, Jakob Fellner.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR278-11
Hungary, Veszprem: St Benedict Hill - view from the Bishops' Palace, which stands on a rocky cliff in the middle of the old town.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, cliff, outcrop, rocky

PMR278-10
Hungary, Szekesfehervar: ruins of the royal basilica of Stephan I (1001-1038), the first king of Hungary.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR278-09
Hungary, Szekesfehervar: a fine oriel window on the facade of the Hiemer House.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Baroque

PMR278-07
Hungary, Szekesfehervar: main square (Szabadsag ter), dominated by the Episcopal Palace (right).
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Baroque

PMR278-06
Hungary, Budapest: Danube cruisers moored by the Ujpesti Rakpart, as seen from the Arpad Bridge.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city, boats, ships, tourism, promenade

PMR278-05
Hungary, Budapest: statue of Lajos Kossuth, leader of the rebellion against the Habsburgs 1848-9, in Kossuth Lajos Square.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city, monument, hero, rebel

PMR278-04
Hungary, Budapest: Baroque fountain with allegorical figures and display of cannas in Vörösmarty Square.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city, statues

PMR278-03
Hungary, Budapest: cooling fountain in Vörösmarty Square.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city, street scene, family, children, drinking

PMR278-02
Hungary, Budapest: equestrian statue of Ferenc Rakoczi, leader of the rebellion against the Habsburgs 1703-1711, with part of the parliament building behind.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city, monument, hero

PMR278-01
Hungary, Budapest: main entrance to the parliament building, built 1885-1905 in New Gothic style.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, capital city

PMR277-12
Hungary, Szentendre: typical cobbled street and shop selling local costumes. The village is traditionally home to an artists' colony.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR277-11
Hungary, Szentendre: fund-raising fete and historical play in the grounds of the parish church (which dates back to 15th century) on castle hill.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR277-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria: ridge path running between several peaks of the Blauberge range. The ridge also marks the German-Austrian border.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR277-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Fragrant Orchid (Gymnadenia conopsea) on Mount Hirschberg.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR277-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: a satisfied cow (with cowbell) near the Hirschberg hut, with Lake Tegern in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama

PMR277-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: view of Lake Tegern from the summit of Mount Hirschberg (1670 metres), with the summit cross in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama

PMR277-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: view of Lake Tegern from the summit of Mount Hirschberg (1670 metres), with the Hirschberg hut centre right, and picnicking couple in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama

PMR277-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: view of Lake Tegern from the summit of Mount Hirschberg (1670 metres), with the Hirschberg hut centre right.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama

PMR277-02
Flower on Echinopsis multiplex cactus, with bee.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful

PMR277-01
Flower on Echinopsis multiplex cactus.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque, colourful

PMR276-12
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: mirror-image of St. Mark's Square, Venice, as seen from the Molo, even down to the patches of plaster flaking from the walls.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR276-11
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: "Sankt-Georgsplatz", the German Showcase, with backdrop inspired by Eltz Castle on the Mosel and Stahleck Castle on the Rhine.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR276-10
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: the Chinese marketplace includes facades borrowed from an elegant home, a school house, a city gate and shopfronts reflecting European overtones.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR276-09
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: the circular Temple of Heaven is a half scale replica of the one in the Summer Palace in Peking, and contains a film theatre with a 360-degree-screen.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR276-08
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: the gateway to the China Showcase is based on the main gate to the Summer Palace.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR276-07
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: part of "Fantasyland" as seen from the cablecar on the "Skyway".
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions

PMR276-06
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: Mississippi sternwheeler "Richard P. Irvine" is powered by a steam engine.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions

PMR276-05
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: Mississippi sternwheeler "Richard P. Irvine" is powered by a steam engine.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions

PMR276-04
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: Cinderella Castle seen from the moat.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions

PMR276-03
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: Bicentennial floral setpiece with begonias, and the Cinderella Castle in the background.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions

PMR276-02
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: view along "Main Street USA" from the railroad station, with Cinderella Castle in the distance and balloon seller in the foreground.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions

PMR276-01
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: view along "Main Street USA" from the railroad station, with Cinderella Castle in the distance.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions

PMR275-12
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center:
general view of the Moroccan Showcase, with traditional mud walls and the tower of the Koutoubia Mosque.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR275-11
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: the historic gate of Fez, Bab Boujouloud and the Nejjarine Fountain.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR275-10
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: "The Brass Bazaar" has the authentic look of a Moroccan metalworker's shop in a soukh.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR275-09
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: a group of musicians from Morocco providing lively accompaniment for traditional dancing in front of the historic gate of Fez, Bab Boujouloud.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR275-08
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: a typical 19th century French building with rolling mansard roofs and elegant ironwork. Home to a boulevard cafe along both fronts.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR275-07
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: French buildings reflecting the style of architecture of the "Belle Epoque" 1870-1910.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR275-06
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: waterbus dropping passengers at the Moroccan Showcase, dominated by the tower of the Koutoubia Mosque, a copy of the original in Tangier.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR275-05
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: replica of a vintage bus leaving the French Showcase. In the background is a one-tenth scale model of the Eiffel Tower built from original plans.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR275-04
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: a four-storey half timbered building, as may be seen in Chester, houses the shop of the Welsh Tourist Board.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR275-03
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: "The Tea Room", an English thatched cottage (complete with peasant girl!).
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR275-02
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: Tudor architecture reminiscent of Hampton Court and an old village cross help to provide an authentic picture of England.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR275-01
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: Indian culture in Canada is represented by this typical wooden building and totem pole, while to the left stands a replica of an early trading post.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR274-12
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: flamingos by the pool which surrounds the Odyssey Restaurant.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR274-11
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: flamingos by the pool which surrounds the Odyssey Restaurant, with the top of the Mayan pyramid visible above the trees.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR274-10
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: flamingos by the pool which surrounds the Odyssey Restaurant.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR274-09
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: this reconstruction of a pre-Colombian Mayan pyramid houses the Mexican Showcase.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR274-08
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: exact copy of a wooden Viking Stavkirke in Oslo's open air historical museum.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR274-07
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: "Sankt-Georgsplatz" surrounded by German mediaeval buildings based on originals in Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

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

PMR274-05
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: scaled reproduction of the campanile in St. Mark's Square, with part of the Doge's Palace, and columns of St. Mark and St. Theodore on the molo.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR274-04
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: reconstructed vintage double-decker buses provide a regular service round the lake. In the background, "The American Adventure", a 108,000-square-foot Georgian-style building.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR274-03
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: moored gondolas. Only the giant geodesic sphere in the background betrays the fact that we are not in Venice.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR274-02
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: Japanese Pagoda, modelled on an 8th century structure in Japan. The building behind was inspired by Gosho Imperial Palace in Kyoto.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR274-01
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: Japanese Torii Gate (complete with barnacles!) based in the one in Hiroshima.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR273-12
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: Butchart Gardens, intended to give an impression of the west coast of Canada.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR273-11
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: l'Hotel du Canada in French Chateau style houses a gift boutique.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR273-10
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: World Showcase in the EPCOT Center: rugged scenery and waterfalls illustrate the Canada Showcase.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR273-09
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: the giant geodesic sphere reflected in one of the lakes in the EPCOT Center.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR273-08
U.S.A., Florida: St. Augustine, an historic town founded by the Spanish in 1565. St. George Street in the old quarter, showing a typical wooden balcony
Keywords: national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, traditional, pedestrian zone, shopping area

PMR273-07
U.S.A., Florida: St. Augustine, an historic town founded by the Spanish in 1565. St. George Street in the old quarter.
Keywords: national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, traditional, pedestrian zone, shopping area

PMR273-06
U.S.A., Florida: St. Augustine, an historic town founded by the Spanish in 1565. Flagler College, formerly the Ponce de Leon Hotel, built by millionaire Henry Morrison Flagler in 1888. An old cannon in the foreground.
Keywords: national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, park, gardens, grounds, traditional

PMR273-05
U.S.A., Florida: St. Augustine, an historic town founded by the Spanish in 1565. Fountain in the gardens in front of the County Courthouse.
Keywords: national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, park, grounds, traditional, palm trees, reflections

PMR273-04
U.S.A., Florida: St. Augustine, an historic town founded by the Spanish in 1565. View of the City Hall, home of the Lightner Museum.
Keywords: national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, park, gardens, grounds, traditional

PMR273-03
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: "Main Street USA", reconstructions of classical American buildings, with the minarets of "Cinderella Castle" in the background.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR273-02
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: cable cars of the "Skyway" arriving in Fantasyland, with its reconstructed mediaeval buildings.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions

PMR273-01
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom: Cinderella Castle seen from the Main Street.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation, amusements, entertainments, diversions

PMR272-12
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Disney World - EPCOT Center: pyramids of "Journey into Imagination", with ornamental lake and monorail train.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR272-11
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Disney World - EPCOT Center: the geodesic sphere, "Spaceship Earth", with monorail train in the foreground.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR272-10
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Disney World - EPCOT Center: the geodesic sphere, "Spaceship Earth", with monorail train in the foreground.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR272-09
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Disney World - EPCOT Center: a line of elephants as topiary figures, near the entrance.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation, recreation

PMR272-08
U.S.A., Florida, Orlando, Disney World - EPCOT Center: topiary figures with hula-hoop of begonias, near the entrance.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, culture, geographical, educational, new-technology, human achievement, innovation

PMR272-07
U.S.A., Florida: Playalinda Beach, north of Cape Canaveral.
Keywords: sand, sea, sunshine, sunbathing, bathing, surf, unfrequented

PMR272-06
U.S.A., Florida: blue Ipomoea flower.
Keywords: pasture, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful, flora

PMR272-05
U.S.A., Florida: pink Convolvulus flowers.
Keywords: pasture, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful, flora

PMR272-04
U.S.A., Florida, Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge: semi-tropical vegetation in a Palm Hammock.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, reservation, rain-forest, luxuriant, dense foliage

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

PMR272-01
Bahamas, Nassau: gateway and approach steps to Government House and statue of Columbus. Residence of the Duke of Windsor when Governor General during the war.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, monument, historic, culture, national heritage, colonial style

PMR271-12
Bahamas, Nassau: view of the city centre and port with visiting cruise liners, from the Water Tower, 126 feet high.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, picturesque, panorama, park, gardens, ships

PMR271-11
Bahamas, Nassau: Fort Fincastle, built on a hill overlooking the city by Governor Lord Dunmore in 1793. View from the Water Tower and Lighthouse, 126 feet high.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, street scene, fortifications, defence, cannons, picturesque, historic

PMR271-10
Bahamas, Nassau: Parliament Buildings and seated statue of young Queen Victoria, with the coat of arms of the Bahamas above.
Keywords: colourful, photogenic, architecture, main square, monument, hibiscus, colonial style

PMR271-09
Bahamas, Nassau: Parliament Buildings and seated statue of young Queen Victoria.
Keywords: colourful, photogenic, architecture, street scene, main square, monument, colonial style

PMR271-08
Bahamas, Nassau: bust of the first Governor General of the Bahamas, Sir Milo B. Butler, in Rawson Square.
Keywords: colourful, photogenic, street scene, park, monument, statue, gardens, shrubs

PMR271-07
Bahamas, Nassau: horse cabs lined up in Rawson Square, in front of the Sunley Building, with funnel of cruise liner in the port in the background.
Keywords: colourful, photogenic, architecture, street scene, park, palm trees

PMR271-06
Bahamas, Nassau: Paradise Bridge, which connects Paradise Island with New Providence Island. In the foreground: fishing boats moored in the harbour.
Keywords: colourful, photogenic, port, water craft, picturesque, reflections

PMR271-05
Bahamas, Nassau: conch fisherman, with his catch laid out on his boat.
Keywords: colourful, photogenic, crustacians, shells, fishing boats, harbour, port

PMR271-04
Bahamas, Nassau: an attractive display of Bahamas fresh fruit on a stall in the market.
Keywords: colourful, pineapples, oranges, lemons, bananas, melons, plums

PMR271-03
Bahamas, Nassau: groupers ready for gutting by a stallholder.
Keywords: fish, today's catch, filleting

PMR271-02
Bahamas, Nassau: a typical conch stall, with the fishing harbour in the background.
Keywords: colourful, photogenic, crustacians, shells, seafood

PMR271-01
Bahamas, Nassau: fresh fish and fruit market: assorted live crabs in a wire cage, awaiting buyers.
Keywords: crustacians, seafood, today's catch, food stall, bananas

PMR270-12
Bahamas, Nassau: conch stallholder preparing the shellfish for sale in the fishmarket.
Keywords: colourful, photogenic, crustacians, shells

PMR270-11
Bahamas, Nassau: fresh fish and fruit market and fishing boats, from Paradise Bridge.
Keywords: quayside, jetty, trading, moorings, bustle, port, harbour

PMR270-10
Bahamas, Nassau: Produce Exchange and Dock from Paradise Bridge, with Nassau town centre in the background.
Keywords: quayside, jetty, market, moorings, ships, boats, trade, port, harbour

PMR270-09
Bahamas, Nassau: Cabbage Beach, Paradise Island, from the shade of the trees.
Keywords: sand, sea, sunbathing, bathing, swimming, sunshine, unfrequented

PMR270-08
Bahamas, Nassau: para-skiing off Cabbage Beach, Paradise Island.
Keywords: sand, sea, sunbathing, bathing, swimming, sunshine, unfrequented

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

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

PMR270-03
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Grumman G.73T Turbo Mallard of Chalks International Airlines landing in Biscayne Bay, with Miami skyline in the background.
Keywords: quay, jetty, ocean liner terminal, tourism, ship, boat, aircraft, aeroplane, airplane, amphibian, seaplane

PMR270-01
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: cruise liner "Sun Viking" with Miami skyline and pleasure craft in Biscayne Bay.
Keywords: quay, jetty, ocean liner terminal, tourism, ship, boat

PMR269-05
U.S.A., Florida, Miami, Opa-Locka City Hall.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, colourful, culture, administration

PMR269-04
U.S.A., Florida, Miami, Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral: Lunar Module.
Keywords: space vehicles, lunar modules, Saturn V, NASA, research, space technology, launch vehicles, rocket launches

PMR269-03
U.S.A., Florida, Miami, Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral: Saturn V F-1 Engine.
Keywords: space vehicles, lunar modules, Saturn V, NASA, research, space technology, launch vehicles, rocket launches

PMR269-02
U.S.A., Florida, Miami, Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral: the "Rocket Garden".
Keywords: space vehicles, lunar modules, Saturn V, NASA, research, space technology, launch vehicles, rocket launches

PMR269-01
U.S.A., Florida, Miami, Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral: Saturn 1 Rocket.
Keywords: space vehicles, lunar modules, Saturn V, NASA, research, space technology, launch vehicles, rocket launches

PMR268-11
U.S.A., Florida, Miami, Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral: Saturn 5B rocket, showing the rocket propellant motors.
Keywords: space vehicles, lunar modules, Saturn V, NASA, research, space technology, launch vehicles, rocket launches

PMR268-10
U.S.A., Florida, Miami, Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral: the Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB), the tallest single-room building in the world.
Keywords: space vehicles, lunar modules, Saturn V, NASA, research, space technology, launch vehicles, rocket launches

PMR268-08
U.S.A., Florida, Miami, Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral: giant crawler-tractor-platform for conveying the rockets from the Vehicle Assembly Building to the launch point.
Keywords: space vehicles, lunar modules, Saturn V, NASA, research, space technology, launch vehicles, rocket launches

PMR268-07
U.S.A., Florida, Miami Seaquarium: Killer Whale in a vertical leap, clear of the water.
Keywords: sealife, fishes, sea mammals, performance, entertainment, colourful, photogenic, thrilling, exciting, pools, enclosures, Orcan

PMR268-06
U.S.A., Florida, Miami Seaquarium: Killer Whale leaves the water to introduce itself with trainer.
Keywords: sealife, fishes, sea mammals, performance, entertainment, colourful, photogenic, thrilling, exciting, pools, enclosures, Orcan

PMR268-05
U.S.A., Florida, Miami Seaquarium: Lost Islands, "where turtles, flamingos, native birds and fish flourish in a South Florida jungle environment, in an unspoiled mangrove hammock".
Keywords: sealife, fishes, sea mammals, performance, entertainment, colourful, photogenic, thrilling, exciting, pools, enclosures

PMR268-04
U.S.A., Florida, Miami Seaquarium: monorail observation car with the Rickenbacker Causeway Bridge and Miami skyline in the background.
Keywords: sealife, fishes, sea mammals, performance, entertainment, colourful, photogenic, thrilling, exciting, pools, enclosures

PMR268-03
U.S.A., Florida, Miami Seaquarium: dolphin chorus!
Keywords: sealife, fishes, sea mammals, performance, entertainment, colourful, photogenic, thrilling, exciting, pools, enclosures

PMR268-02
U.S.A., Florida, Miami Seaquarium: two dolphins at the top of a 20-foot leap to take fish from the trainer's hands.
Keywords: sealife, fishes, sea mammals, performance, entertainment, colourful, photogenic, thrilling, exciting, pools, enclosures

PMR268-01
U.S.A., Florida, Miami Seaquarium: dolphin breaching a paper hoop.
Keywords: sealife, fishes, sea mammals, performance, entertainment, colourful, photogenic, thrilling, exciting, pools, enclosures

PMR267-12
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: airboat returning to the Miccosukee Village after a high speed trip across the marshes. The driver is a Miccosukee Indian.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation

PMR267-11
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: camping at KOA, South Miami.
Keywords: campsite, tenting, open air, outdoor life, fresh air, Chevrolet Beretta

PMR267-09
U.S.A., Florida, Key West: wall built with glass bottles, on the corner of Margaret Street and Angela Street.
Keywords: unusual, colourful, economical, curiosity

PMR267-08
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: mangroves near Everglades City.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation

PMR267-07
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: Gulf Coast Ranger Station at Everglades City, with Chokoloskee Bay and islands, from the Observation Tower.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation

PMR267-04
U.S.A., Florida: beach and pier at Naples, on the Gulf of Mexico, with yachts in the foreground.
Keywords: sand, sea, bathing, sunbathing, idyllic, picturesque

PMR267-03
U.S.A., Florida: beach and pier at Naples, on the Gulf of Mexico.
Keywords: sand, sea, palm trees, bathing, sunbathing, idyllic, picturesque, unfrequented

PMR267-02
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: baby alligator.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation, reptiles

PMR267-01
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: baby alligator.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation, reptiles

PMR266-12
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: typical landscape showing what the Indians call "the river of grass" (marshland).
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, water birds, marshland, reservation, ecosystem

PMR266-11
U.S.A., Florida, Key West: columbarium in the cemetery.
Keywords: burial, interrment, grave

PMR266-10
U.S.A., Florida, Key West: wall built with glass bottles, on the corner of Margaret Street and Angela Street.
Keywords: unusual, colourful, economical, curiosity

PMR266-09
U.S.A., Florida, Key West: wall built with glass bottles, on the corner of Margaret Street and Angela Street.
Keywords: unusual, colourful, economical, curiosity

PMR266-08
U.S.A., Florida, Key West: Lazy Jake's Hammock Shop.
Keywords: unusual, curiosity

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

PMR266-05
U.S.A., Florida, Key West: part of the garden of Ernest Hemingway's House on Whitehead Street.
Keywords: colourful, luxuriant, tropical, heritage

PMR266-04
U.S.A., Florida, Key West: the lighthouse with naval gun from the Marine Museum.
Keywords: historic, picturesque, colourful, heritage

PMR266-03
U.S.A., Florida, Key West: Smathers Beach
Keywords: sand, sea, sunbathing, palm trees

PMR265-12
U.S.A., Florida, Key West: at the southernmost point of continental U.S.A., 90 miles from Cuba.
Keywords: extremities

PMR265-11
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: fishing in the Nine Mile Pond. The water is dyed dark brown by tannin given off by the mangroves.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation

PMR265-10
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: Coconut Palm Tree at Flamingo, with the marina in the background.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation

PMR265-09
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: Brown Pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) on a mooring post in the marina at Flamingo.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation

PMR265-08
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: typical vegetation, with Bromeliads (Air Plants) growing on branches of trees).
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation

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

PMR265-05
U.S.A., Florida, Everglades National Park: Mrazek Pond, haunt of water birds and mosquitos.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, flora & fauna, wildlife, wild flowers, mangrove swamp, river of grass, waterbirds, marshland, reservation

PMR265-03
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. View of the walled Secret Garden, with grotto, intended as a private place for the family.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence

PMR265-02
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. View of the south terrace and gardens, with a fountain in the form of a sarcophagus.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence, park, grounds

PMR265-01
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. View of the shell pool and four twisting, vine-encircled columns surmounted by peacocks. Italian Baroque fountain behind in the style of Vignola.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence, park, gardens, grounds

PMR264-12
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. View of the villa from the south east garden, with terrace and Bougainvilleas.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence

PMR264-11
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering.
Here: the "Great Stone Barge", a strip of land, built up into the likeness of a boat.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence

PMR264-09
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering. Currently in residence: a pair of Muscovy ducks.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence, waterfowl, ornithology

PMR264-08
U.S.A., Florida, Miami: Vizcaya, a villa in the 16th century Italian Renaissance style, built 1914-16 for millionaire James Deering.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, architecture, culture, picturesque, residence

PMR264-07
U.S.A., Florida, Homestead: hot air balloon taking to the skies.
Keywords: aircraft, veteran, aviation, colourful, photogenic, adventure, flying, noiseless

PMR264-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: swimming pool on the roof of a modern residential block.
Keywords: München, leisure, bathing, cooling, relaxing, real estate, property market

PMR264-01
Luxemburg: viaduct spanning the Parc de la Petrusse in the centre of the town.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, verdant

PMR263-10
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: the dwarf gallery on the eastern apse of the cathedral (11th century), seen from the cloister garden. The robe of Christ is preserved in the adjoining Baroque chapel.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz, Romanesque

PMR263-09
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: exposed Roman hypocaust used for heating the floors at St. Barbara's Roman Baths.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR263-08
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: the Roman amphitheatre, built about 100 AD, could accommodate over 25,000 spectators.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, classical, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR263-06
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: one of the many narrow, overhung alleys leading to the market square.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR263-05
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: hotel with elaborate carved and coloured timbers in the local style.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR263-04
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: the half-timbered Hotel zum Posthof on the Burgstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR263-03
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: picturesque quarter of wine-houses and wine bars, with crucifix statue in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR263-02
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: half-timbered houses on the Burgstrasse, with steep vine-covered slopes behind.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR263-01
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: the tiny market square, hemmed in by tall half-timbered houses, with St. Michael's fountain (1606) in the centre.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR262-12
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: a curious little half timbered wine-house near the market square.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR262-11
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Bernkastel: the ruined castle, Burg Landshut, on a promontary overlooking the River Mosel.
Keywords: picturesque, Rheinland-Pfalz, wine-growing, grapes, vineyards, cultivation

PMR262-10
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: church and landing place on the River Mosel of the 1000-year-old wine-growing village of Kesten. Vine-covered slopes in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, Rheinland-Pfalz, wine-growing, grapes, vineyards, cultivation

PMR262-09
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: terraced slopes covered with vines on the banks of the River Mosel. Not an inch of soil is wasted.
Keywords: picturesque, Rheinland-Pfalz, wine-growing, grapes, vineyards, cultivation

PMR262-08
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: a small wine-growing village with church reflected in the waters of the River Mosel, with vine-covered slopes in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, Rheinland-Pfalz, German flag, wine-growing, grapes, vineyards, cultivation

PMR262-07
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: barge on the River Mosel, with vine-covered slopes in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, Rheinland-Pfalz, trade, water-transport, German flag, wine-growing, grapes, vineyards, cultivation

PMR262-06
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: Dutch barge going through the locks at Schleich on the River Mosel.
Keywords: picturesque, Rheinland-Pfalz, trade, water-transport, German flag

PMR262-05
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: pleasure steamer on th River Mosel at Trier, with the red cliffs behind.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, colourful, Rheinland-Pfalz, tourism, river-cruisers

PMR262-04
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: current (1988) excavations of a third Roman baths complex in the centre of the city.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, archeological, excavations, ruin

PMR262-03
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: one of the old cranes on the former quayside.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz, industry, shipping, cargo-handling

PMR262-02
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: view along the River Mosel, with the Kaiser Wilhelm Bridge in the foreground, and the Roman Bridge in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rheinland-Pfalz, panorama

PMR262-01
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: view of the town from the cliffs on the far side of the River Mosel, with the cablecar crossing the river. Easily visible are the cathedral, the basilica and the tower of St. Gangolf's.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rheinland-Pfalz, panorama

PMR261-12
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: part of the early Romanesque facade of the cathedral (11th century).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz, UNESCO

PMR261-11
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: one of the lovely Gothic cloisters of the cathedral.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR261-10
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: a variety of architectural styles can be seen from the cloister garden of the cathedral. The core is Roman from the time of Constantine.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, UNESCO

PMR261-09
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: view of the Hauptmarkt through the wrought iron gate of St.Gangolf's Church.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR261-08
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: "Steipe", a 15th century councillors' banqueting house (centre), bears the fanciful inscription in Latin: "Trier lived for 1300 years before Rome even came into being".
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR261-07
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: market day in the Hauptmarkt, with the Red House and the Tower of St- Gangolf prominent.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR261-06
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: some of the 6 kilometres of underground passages for heating and water circulation.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, hypocaust

PMR261-05
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Imperial Roman Baths (4th century), the largest outside Rome. These walls (partially rebuilt) formed the apse of the caldarium.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR261-03
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: view of the Electoral Palace from the gardens, with the red-brick basilica (aula palatina) of the palace of Constantine the Great, behind.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, classical

PMR261-02
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: pool, statuary and colourful flowerbeds in the gardens of the Electoral Palace.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR261-01
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Electoral Palace, the Baroque south wing dating from 1756-61, by Johannes Seiz.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR260-12
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: arch surmounted by a crucifix, which formerly marked the boundary of the episcopal quarter. Part of the cathedral is visible at the end of the street.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR260-10
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: stone carving of a Roman wine boat, dating from the third century AD, unearthed in Neumagen. The earliest evidence of wine-growing in Germany.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR260-09
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: the Red House (1684), a fine Renaissance building in the Hauptmarkt.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR260-08
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: St. Peter's Fountain (1595) in the Hauptmarkt, carved by Hans Rupprecht Hoffmann who was responsible for many fine carvings in the cathedral and churches.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz, masterpiece

PMR260-07
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: St. Peter's Fountain (1595) in the Hauptmarkt, carved by Hans Rupprecht Hoffmann who was responsible for many fine carvings in the cathedral and churches.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR260-06
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Hauptmarkt (Central Market) with the tower of the Gothic church of St. Gangolf (14-15th century).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, Rheinland-Pfalz

PMR260-05
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Porta Nigra, the Roman city gate built in 2nd century AD, View from inside the city wall.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, masonry, ancient, UNESCO

PMR260-04
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: courtyard of the Simeonstift, surrounded by 11th century two-storey cloisters.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Rheinland-Pfalz, Romanesque

PMR260-03
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Porta Nigra, the Roman city gate built in 2nd century AD, showing the apse and dwarf gallery added in 11th century when it was converted to a church. The top storey of the left-hand tower was removed at this time.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, masonry, ancient, UNESCO

PMR260-02
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate, Trier: Porta Nigra, the Roman city gate built in 2nd century AD, showing the apse and dwarf gallery added in 11th century when it was converted to a church. The top storey of the left-hand tower was removed at this time.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, classical, Roman, Rheinland-Pfalz, masonry, ancient, UNESCO

PMR260-01
Germany, Rhineland Palatinate: horse in a field of buttercups on the bank of the River Mosel.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, Rheinland-Pfalz, countryside, nature, landscape, pasture, meadow, tranquil, peaceful, wildflowers, flora and fauna

PMR259-12
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hanover, Internationale Luftfahrt Ausstellung (ILA) 1988: funeral pyre marks the tragic end of RAF Chinook helicopter ZA672, 18.05 hours 06.05.88, with the loss of both pilots.
Keywords: aircraft, air transport, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, military, burn-out, collision, fatal

PMR259-02
Austria, Tyrol: Stift Stams, a Cistercian Abbey in the upper Inn Valley, founded in 1284. View of the abbey through the gateway arch, with the snow-capped Mieminger Mountains as a backdrop.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, architecture, Baroque, culture, national heritage, Catholic, religionj

PMR259-01
Austria, Tyrol: Stift Stams, a Cistercian Abbey in the upper Inn Valley, founded in 1284. Main facade, with the snow-capped Mieminger Mountains as a backdrop.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, architecture, Baroque, culture, national heritage, Catholic, religionj

PMR258-12
Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: main street of the town with Rathaus (Town Hall) and original hotels. The church spire is in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR258-11
Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: view of the town from near the Gaisskogl ski-lift.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR258-10
Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: the road up to the Finstertal damm, with Die Mute mountain on the right.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR258-09
Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: the town, with church spire in the foreground, Längental Reservoir in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR258-08
Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: slalem near the Drei-Seen ski-lift, with the Längental Reservoir in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR258-07
Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: view over the Sellrain Valley from the Hochalter Kar (2480 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR258-06
Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: Die Mute mountain with Finstertal damm, and some of the new hotels in Kühtai.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR258-05
Austria, Tyrol: Gries in the Sellrain Valley.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR258-04
Austria, Tyrol: Oxlip (Primula elatior) near Gries.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR258-03
Austria, Tyrol: wild Crocuses (Crocus purpureus) near Gries.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR258-02
Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: Drei-Seen ("Three-Lakes") ski-lift with Die Mute mountain (2395 metres) behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR258-01
Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: Hotel Alpenrose, with Die Mute mountain, and the Hohe-Mut ski-lift. Piste rolling machine in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR257-12
Austria, Tyrol, Kühtai: Längental Reservoir with Die Mute mountain behind, and snowman in the foreground (!)
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR257-11
Austria, Tyrol, St. Sigmund: Kraspes Valley with part of the Gaisskogl mountains.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR257-10
Austria, Tyrol, Scheffau: skiers on the lower slopes, with an alpine panorama in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR257-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit-im-Winkl: skier pointing to the "Wilder Kaiser" mountain from the top of the Steinplatte (1860 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR257-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit-im-Winkl: view of the "Wilder Kaiser" mountain from the Berghaus Kammerkör.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR257-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Reit-im-Winkl: sun worshippers at the Kammerkör Berghaus with the ski-lift up to the Steinplatte behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste, colourful

PMR256-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: statue overlooking the River Isar near the Maximilian Bridge, with vivid autumn beech trees.
Keywords: München, picturesque, historic, monument, sculpture

PMR256-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Mount Guffert (2196 metres) over the border in Austria, from Mount Schilden-Stein.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR256-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Mount Guffert (2196 metres) over the border in Austria, from Mount Schilden-Stein.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR256-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria: looking towards the Ross-Stein and Buch-Stein mountains from near the summit of Mount Schilden-Stein (1611 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, autumn

PMR256-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wildbad Kreuth: autumn foliage in the Weissach Valley.
Keywords: trees, woods, turning colours, falling leaves, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, long shadows, fallen leaves

PMR256-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Wildbad Kreuth: a drinking fountain with the foothills of the Blauberge in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR256-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria: crossing the Schönfeldalm on the way down to the lake at Spitzing.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR256-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria: descent from Mount Aipl-Spitze (1758 metres), with the summit cross in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR256-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria: hikers on the summit of Mount Aipl-Spitze (1758 metres)
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR255-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: block of residential apartments, built 1972, in Unterschleissheim, a suburb of Munich.
Keywords: München, architecture, dwellings, multi-storey, tower, high-rise

PMR255-10
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Palais de l'Europe, home of the European Parliament since July 1979.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful

PMR255-09
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Cour du Corbeau, courtyard of an inn, virtually unchanged since the 16th century.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR255-08
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: half-timbered houses in the Place du Corbeau and Quai des Bateliers.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR255-07
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: statue of Gutenberg (inventor of printing) in the Place Gutenberg, overlooked by the cathedral tower.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, monument, sculpture

PMR255-06
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Protestant Seminary and School on the River Ill.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, Christian, religion, Baroque

PMR255-05
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: pleasure cruiser about to enter the locks on the River Ill, with half timbered water frontages as a backdrop.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR255-03
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Place Benjamin Zix and the Tanners' Quarter.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR255-02
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Place Kléber.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, street scene

PMR255-01
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: monument to General Leclerc, liberator of the town after World War II, with the Opera House (Boudhors 1895-21) in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, neo.Classical

PMR254-12
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Wine House "Horologe Astronomique" on Rue de la Rape adjoining Palace Square.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR254-11
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Romanesque south entrance to the cathedral; built between 1176 and 1439 in Romanesque-Gothic styles from local sandstone. At 142 metres, it was the highest building in the world until 1874. Original carvings 1230-40: "Death of Mary" in left tympanum, and "Crowning" in right tympanum.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, masterpiece, stone carving, tracery, symmetry

PMR254-10
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Renaissance-style "Kammerzell House" with its magificent carved woodwork (1467-1589) in the Cathedral Place.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR254-09
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Gothic windows and flying buttresses on the south side of the cathedral, built between 1176 and 1439 in Romanesque-Gothic styles from local sandstone. At 142 metres, it was the highest building in the world until 1874.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, masterpiece, stone carving, tracery, symmetry

PMR254-08
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: main facade of the Rohan Palace, designed by the Paris court architect Robert de Cotte for the Cardinal-Prince-Bishop Armand-Gaston de Rohjan-Soubise in 1742. It now houses the Art Gallery, Museum of Decorative Arts, and the Archeological Museum.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, reflections

PMR254-07
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: the Tanners' Quarter, with the famous Tanners' House in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR254-06
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: splendid half-timbered Renaissance-style house.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR254-05
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: half-timbered houses fronting onto the Canal de Navigation in Petite France and mirrored in the water.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR254-04
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: half-timbered houses fronting onto the Canal de Navigation in Petite France.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR254-03
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: tense moment in a game of "canoe water polo" on the "Spitzmühle" Canal, with a 14th century tower in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, water sport

PMR254-02
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Rue des Moulins, looking south esat.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster, cobbled street

PMR254-01
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Restaurant du Pont St. Martin and Rue des Moulins.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR253-12
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: river frontage of the Restaurant du Pont St. Martin with a fine display of geraniums.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR253-11
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: half-timbered buildings of the Tanners' District reflected in the waters of the River Ill.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR253-10
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: The Tanners' House (1572) in Petite France.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR253-09
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Quai de la Petite France and river frontages.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, lreflections

PMR253-08
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: 15th century Vauban Rampart over the River Ill completed the ring of fortifications round the city. It now serves as a viewing terrace offering a fine panorama.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, reflections

PMR253-07
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: Pont M. Luther, with "Petite France" beyond.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, bridge, reflections

PMR253-06
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: the Historical Museum, with reflections in the River Ill.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval

PMR253-05
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: the Old Customs House (1356) and Pont du Corbeau., mirrored in the waters or the River Ill.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, Gothic style, bridge

PMR253-04
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: view over the city to the south east from the base of the tower of the cathedral (above the belfry), with Rohan Palace in the foreground, then river frontages of Quai des Bateliers, church of St. Madelaine, Esplanade, and the new University buildings in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, panorama

PMR253-03
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: view over the city from the base of the tower of the cathedral (above the belfry).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR253-02
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: west facade of the cathedral, built between 1176 and 1439 in Romanesque-Gothic styles from local sandstone. At 142 metres, it was the highest building in the world until 1874. Some details: over the arch: King Solomon on the Lion Throne; surmounted by the Virgin and Child and head of God the Father.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, masterpiece, stone carving, tracery, symmetry

PMR253-01
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: west facade of the cathedral from the Rue Merciere.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, mediaeval, medieval, stone carving, rose window

PMR252-12
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: 15th century Vauban Rampart over the River Ill completed the ring of fortifications round the city. It now serves as a viewing terrace offering a fine panorama.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, reflections

PMR252-11
France, Alsace-Lorraine, Strasbourg: the 14th and 15th century towers and Ponts Couverts, gateway to "Petite France".
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, cathedral, reflections, calm

PMR252-10
Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: Pegasus Fountain in the Mirabell Gardens which were laid out by Fischer von Erlach.
Keywords: picturesque, Mozart, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture, hills, monument, sculpture, flying horse, winged horse

PMR252-09
Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: Mirabell Palace and Gardens, which were laid out by Fischer von Erlach, with the cathedral and fortress in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, panorama, Mozart, music festival, historic, heritage, architecture, hills, colourful, flowerbeds, wrought-iron gates

PMR252-08
Austria, Salzkammergut, Salzburg: one of a dozen sculptured dwarfs in the Kurpark.
Keywords: model, figure, fantasy, fantastic, fairy-tale, gnome

PMR252-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Powdered Brimstone butterfly (Gonepteryx farinosa) on Spear Thistle (Cirsium vulgare) on Mount Brauneck (1540 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful, Lepidoptera, insect

PMR252-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Purple Gentian (Gentiana purpurea) on Mount Brauneck (1540 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR252-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria: hang gliders parked near the summit of Mount Brauneck (1540 metres), by the path leading to the Benediktenwand Mountain (1801 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, sport flying, ultra-light, aircraft, gliding

PMR252-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria: hang gliders parked near the summit of Mount Brauneck (1540 metres). Karwendel Mountains in Austria in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, sport flying, ultra-light, aircraft, gliding

PMR252-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria: dead and dying trees on Mount Brauneck (1540 metres). Victims of acid rain?
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, mountain range, ecology, sustainability, global warming, environment, ecological, biotope

PMR252-02
Italy, Tuscany, Cafaggio: "Le Vigne", a typical farmhouse standing in its own grounds, with vines, olives, peaches and apricots and other fruit in season.
Keywords: traditional, dwelling, landscape, colourful, poppies

PMR252-01
Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. The approach to the Polish War Cemetery, lined with golden cypruses.
Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site

PMR251-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: view of the south facade of Blaubeuren Monastery, with oriel in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR251-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: gatehouse and entry arch to the monastery grounds.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR251-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the "Blautopf" (Blue Pool), subterranean source of the River Blau, with the Old Hammer Mill and reflections of the church.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR251-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the "Blautopf" (Blue Pool), subterranean source of the River Blau. View from the wood above and behind the pool.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR251-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the "Blautopf" (Blue Pool), subterranean source of the River Blau.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR251-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the old hammer mill, with mill race and water wheel, with the weir on the River Blau in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR251-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the south-east corner of the museum with stream.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR251-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: the local museum, in the grounds of the monastery, of half-timbered construction.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR251-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: view of the monastery and church from the east. Now in use as as a Protestant Seminary.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR251-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: south facade of the former Benedictine Monastery, built between 1466 and 1510.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR251-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: half-timbered facade of Matthäus Alber Haus in Klosterstrasse, built in 1602.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR250-12
Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. Grave of Gen. Wladislaw Anders, with approach, lined with golden cypruses, behind.
Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site

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

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

PMR250-09
Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides. The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. Steps leading up to the "Loggia del Paradiso" and the basilica, with statue of St. Benedict (left) and St. Scholastica (right).
Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site

PMR250-08
Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. Commanding position occupied by the Abbey over the surrounding countryside.
Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site

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

PMR250-06
Italy, Campania, Sorrento: view of the fishing port (Marina Grande) and the coast in the direction of Naples, from the cliff road in late afternoon.
Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, coastline, development, quay, jetty, tourism, panorama

PMR250-05
Italy, Campania, Bay of Naples: the twin peaks of Vesuvius, seen from the ferry "Fauno".
Keywords: colourful, landscape, volcano, Italian boys, vulcanology

PMR250-04
Italy, Campania, Bay of Naples: two young Neapolitans on the ferry "Fauno" from Ischia to Naples, with Vesuvius in the background.
Keywords: colourful, landscape, volcano, Italian boys, vulcanology

PMR250-03
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: "Il Fungo", the mushroom-shaped rock standing close to the shore at Lacco Ameno.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, strange, formations, geology

PMR250-02
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: view of Sant' Angelo, its causeway, and rock, surmounted by a tower, seen from the car park and bus terminus.
Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape

PMR250-01
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: shops on the little jetty at Sant' Angelo (formerly fishermen's houses).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, dwellings

PMR249-12
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: view of Sant' Angelo and harbour from the far end of the causeway, with small fishing craft moored in the foreground.
Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape

PMR249-11
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: fishing boats and harbour of Sant' Angelo from the jetty.
Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape

PMR249-10
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: village church near Serrara Fontana.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, photogenic, architecture, belltower

PMR249-09
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: fishing village of Sant' Angelo on the south coast, from the road near Serrara Fontana, showing the cultivated terraces on the hillside.
Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape

PMR249-08
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: church and statue of Christ in the main square of Ischia-Porto, adjoining the harbour.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, photogenic, architecture, monument, sculpture

PMR249-06
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: Aragon Castle, the causeway, and Ischia-Ponte from the beach at Punta Molina, with fishing boats in the foreground.
Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic

PMR249-05
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: view of the harbour (an old volcanic crater, opened up to the sea) with numerous moored yachts.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic

PMR249-04
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: masses of Red Valerian (Centranthus ruber) and view of the south coast of the island.
Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape, panorama, wild flowers, botany, flora

PMR249-03
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: deeply rutted donkey track leading down from the summit of Mount Epomeo and bordered by colourful wild flowers.
Keywords: cliffs, reflections, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape

PMR249-01
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: view to the north-west from the summit of Mount Epomeo, with the town of Forio to the left, and Lacco Ameno to the right; Punta di Caruso at upper left.
Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape, panorama, woods

PMR248-12
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: view from the peak of Mount Epomea (788 metres) with colourful umbrellas of the summit restaurant.
Keywords: cliffs, picturesque, colourful, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape, panorama

PMR248-11
Italy, Campania, Island of Ischia: modern shopping precinct, backing on to the harbour where the Naples ferry is loading.
Keywords: cliffs, reflections, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside, landscape

PMR248-10
Italy, Campania, Island of Capri: the colourful harbour and quay of Marina Grande reflected in the translucent waters.
Keywords: cliffs, reflections, picturesque, colourful, jetty, fishing boats, promenade, photogenic, steep hillside

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

PMR248-08
Italy, Campania, Sorrento: hotels on the cliffs towering over the harbour.
Keywords: cliffs, power-boat-harbour, reflections, picturesque

PMR248-07
Italy, Campania, Sorrento: terraced campsite "Villagio Santa Fortunata" also offers a large swimming pool.
Keywords: tenting, open-air, Volvo, camping, outdoor life

PMR248-06
Italy, Marche, Urbino: the Duomo (Cathedral) dates back to 1021 but was destroyed in an earthquake in1789 and rebuilt in neo-Classical style in 1801.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, national heritage, church, Catholic

PMR248-05
Republic of San Marino (population ca. 32,000): policewoman holding up the traffic for pedestrians coming out of the San Francisco Gate.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, tourism, defence

PMR248-04
Republic of San Marino (population ca. 32,000): Ristorante Titano and a typical steep, narrow street.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, tourism, defence

PMR248-03
Republic of San Marino (population ca. 32,000): the castellated Town Hall and Statue of Liberty, with the Righi restaurant in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, tourism, defence

PMR248-01
Republic of San Marino (population ca. 32,000): view of the entrance to the Guaita Fortress, with the castellated Town Hall, and hills to the west.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, tourism, defence

PMR247-12
Italy: Falcade, a winter skiing resort in the Dolomites with church in the foreground.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama, architecture, meadows, snow-capped, woods, precipitous, valley-head

PMR247-11
Italy: Moena in the Dolomites, on the way to the San Pelegrino pass (1918 metres).
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama, architecture, meadows

PMR247-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: elegant barrel organ with monkey and small dog.
Keywords: picturesque, music, street-musician, amusement, entertainer, hurdy-gurdy, traditional, culture

PMR247-03
Austria, Tyrol: skiers beginning the descent of the Arbiskogel in the Zillertal Alps.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR247-02
Austria, Tyrol: view of the Zillertal Alps from the Arbiskogel (1830 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR247-01
Austria, Tyrol: Gerlosstein cablecar approaching the summit with the Ziller Valley in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR246-12
Austria, Tyrol, Achensee: Lake Achen, with pine trees in the foreground and the snow-capped Karwendel Mountains reflected in the placid waters.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, colourful

PMR246-11
German, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: skiers using a drag-lift to reach the piste at Sudelfeld.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste, happy, smiling

PMR246-08
German, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: skis, poles, and well-patterned slope of new snow on Sudelfeld.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

PMR246-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the Fohnsee, lying just south of the larger Lake Starnberg, is a bird sanctuary. In autumn the foliage takes on vivid hues, but these two trees still display their summer green.
Keywords: trees, woods, turning colours, falling leaves, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, fallen leaves, ornithology, landscape, reeds

PMR246-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the Fohnsee, lying just south of the larger Lake Starnberg, is a bird sanctuary. In autumn the foliage takes on vivid hues.
Keywords: trees, woods, turning colours, falling leaves, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, fallen leaves, ornithology, landscape, reeds

PMR246-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the Fohnsee, lying just south of the larger Lake Starnberg, is a bird sanctuary. In autumn the foliage takes on vivid hues.
Keywords: trees, woods, turning colours, falling leaves, colourful, sunshine, autumn leaves, autumn colours, russet and gold, autumn hues, fall, long shadows, fallen leaves, ornithology, landscape

PMR245-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Nymphenburg Palace and Gardens: swans on the lake near the Badeburg, with autumn foliage in the foreground.
Keywords: München, Schloss Nymphenburg, Wittelsbach Family, formal gardens, parkland, colourful, russet and gold, fall, tranquil, peaceful

PMR245-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: top-hatted barrel-organ player in the Auer Dult market.
Keywords: München, picturesque, music, street-musician, amusement, entertainer, hurdy-gurdy, traditional, culture

PMR245-10
Switzerland, Fribourg: view from the Zähringen Bridge, with Tour Rouge, Tour de Chats, and wooden Pont de Berne over La Sarine River.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, architecture, hills, tower, mediaeval, medieval, autumn colour, valley, woods

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

PMR245-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Bavaria Film Studios (Geiselgasteig), Grünwald. Film set for an American "Toyland" children's TV film, with pink & white chalets and "go-cars".
A magician entertaining children on the steps of the "town hall".
Keywords: München, colourful, filming, fairy tale, make-believe, story-book, fantasy

PMR245-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Bavaria Film Studios (Geiselgasteig), Grünwald. Film set for an American "Toyland" children's TV film, with pink & white chalets and "go-cars".
Bunny rabbit with friend.
Keywords: München, colourful, filming, fairy tale, make-believe, story-book, fantasy

PMR245-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Bavaria Film Studios (Geiselgasteig), Grünwald. Film set for an American "Toyland" children's TV film, with pink & white chalets and "go-cars".
Having a plaster face mask made, in front of one of the chalets.
Keywords: München, colourful, filming, fairy tale, make-believe, story-book, fantasy

PMR245-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Bavaria Film Studios (Geiselgasteig), Grünwald. Film set for an American "Toyland" children's TV film, with pink & white chalets and "go-cars".
Teddy bears with balloons near the "toymaster's workshop".
Keywords: München, colourful, filming, fairy tale, make-believe, story-book, fantasy

PMR245-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Bavaria Film Studios (Geiselgasteig), Grünwald. Film set for an American "Toyland" children's TV film, with pink & white chalets and "go-cars".
Keywords: München, colourful, filming, fairy tale, make-believe, story-book, fantasy

PMR245-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Neuschwanstein Castle, the village of Schwangau, and Lake Forggen, seen from Mount Säuling, with birch tree in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR245-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Neuschwanstein Castle, the village of Schwangau, and Lake Forggen, seen from Mount Säuling.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR244-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria: lunch break on the summit of Mount Säuling (2086 metres) with a misty Alpen-panorama spread out below.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR244-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria: approaching the summit cross on Mount Säuling (2047 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR244-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Neuschwanstein Castle, the village of Schwangau, and Lake Forggen, seen from Mount Säuling.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR244-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Fringed Gentian (Gentianella ciliata) on Mount Krottenkopf (2086 metres).
Keywords: alpine, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR244-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Oberer Risskopf Mountain and the Weilheimer Hut, seen from Mount Krottenkopf (2086 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR244-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Isar Valley from the summit of Mount Krottenkopf (2086 metres) with the Karwendel Mountains in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR244-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberau: view of the village in the Loisach Valley from Mount Krottenkopf. Ettal Monastery is just visible in the left middle distance, and the Ettaler Mandl top centre.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama

PMR244-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria: early morning mists in the Loisach Valley, near Farchant.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, mountain range, reflections, calm, peaceful, tranquil

PMR244-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the rock massif which forms the summit of the Ettaler Mandl, showing the cleft.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR244-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria: path leading from the Ettaler Mandl, seen from the Laberjoch, with the Ester group mountainsin the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR244-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria: hang glider being launched from the summit of the Laberjoch (1683 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR243-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Oberammergau: view of the Ammer Valley with a hang glider over Oberammergau, as seen from the Laberjoch summit (1683 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR243-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Ettaler Mandl, as seen from the Laberjoch (1683 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR243-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria: the steep climb to the summit of the Ettaler Mandl.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR243-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view of the Wetterstein Mountains through the cleft in the Ettaler Mandl.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR243-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view from the peak of the Ettaler Mandl (1634 metres) with the Loisach Valley in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR243-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view overlooking Ettal Monastery from the hillside.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama

PMR243-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria: view overlooking Ettal Monastery from the hillside.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

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

PMR243-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Lindau: a lake steamer entering the harbour, with the old town and promenade in the background (view from the top of the lighthouse).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, island, Swabia, Bodensee, Lake Constance, historic, heritage, mediaeval

PMR242-11
Germany, Bavaria, Luisenburg in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains): the Felsenlabyrinth, a labyrinth of enormous granite rocks, eroded into rounded shapes.
A collection of upright granite blocks leaning against each other, domino fashion.
Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, geological, formations, fantastic, spectacular, erosion, scenic, heritage

PMR242-10
Germany, Bavaria, Luisenburg in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains): the Felsenlabyrinth, a labyrinth of enormous granite rocks, eroded into rounded shapes.
Near the bottom, the path is hemmed in by high rocks on both sides.
Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, geological, formations, fantastic, spectacular, erosion, scenic, heritage

PMR242-09
Germany, Bavaria, Luisenburg in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains): the Felsenlabyrinth, a labyrinth of enormous granite rocks, eroded into rounded shapes.
A couple sitting in the shadow of a huge boulder at the top of the slope.
Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, geological, formations, fantastic, spectacular, erosion, scenic, heritage

PMR242-08
Germany, Bavaria, Luisenburg in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains): the Felsenlabyrinth, a labyrinth of enormous granite rocks, eroded into rounded shapes.
Youngsters clambering by a huge slab of granite.
Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, geological, formations, fantastic, spectacular, erosion, scenic, heritage

PMR242-07
Germany, Bavaria, Luisenburg in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains): the Felsenlabyrinth, a labyrinth of enormous granite rocks, eroded into rounded shapes.
The "balancing boulder".
Keywords: outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, geological, formations, fantastic, spectacular, erosion, scenic, heritage

PMR242-06
Germany, Bavaria, Hof: market square and St. Michael's Church (1380-86). Hof is in the Franconian Forest near the old East German border.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR242-05
Germany, Bavaria, Hof: Rathaus (Town Hall), built 1563-6 by Nikolaus Hofmann from Halle. Hof is in the Franconian Forest near the old East German border.
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR242-04
Germany, Bavaria, Marktredwitz: historic Rathaus (Town Hall) with maypole in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains).
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Oberfranken

PMR242-03
Germany, Bavaria, Marktredwitz: historic Rathaus (Town Hall) in the Fichtelgebirge (mountains).
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, Oberfranken

PMR242-02
Germany, Franconia, Auerbach: historic Rathaus (Town Hall) in "Swiss Franconia".
Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR242-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Gräfelfing: typical mid-twentieth-century family house and garden.
Keywords: München, architecture, dwelling, detached, house

PMR241-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Biergarten by the Chinese Pagoda in the Englischer Garten in summer.
Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, historic, beer garden, traditional, drinking, sociable, tipsy, drink & drive

PMR241-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: Siemens Office Block, Frankfurter Ring 152.
Keywords: München, architecture, car park, offices, accommodation

PMR241-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Gräfelfing: typical mid-twentieth-century family house and garden.
Keywords: München, architecture, dwelling, detached, house

PMR241-08
Germany, Baden-Württenburg, Stuttgart. Volvo with glider trailer containing Nimbus 3. near Schempp-Hirth facility at Stuttgart.
Keywords: aircraft, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, trailer, Volvo 245

PMR241-03
France, St. Martin de Londres: lenticular wave clouds caused by the 'Mistral'.
Keywords: meterology, weather, cloud-formation, dramatic, sky

PMR241-02
France, St. Martin de Londres: lenticular wave clouds caused by the 'Mistral'.
Keywords: meterology, weather, cloud-formation, dramatic, sky

PMR240-10
France, Grenoble: stage of the 9th Transeuropeenne de vol a voile (Transeuropean Glider Competition). Local sailplanes waiting for launching.
Keywords: aircraft, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, glider, sailplane

PMR240-09
France, Grenoble: stage of the 9th Transeuropeenne de vol a voile (Transeuropean Glider Competition). Planning the route for the next flight, with the Nimbus 3 in the background.
Keywords: aircraft, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, glider, sailplane

PMR240-08
Germany, Freiburg-im-Breisgau: airship promoting Fuji film flying over.
Keywords: aircraft, historic, air transport, airliner, aviation, airship

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

PMR240-06
Germany, Hesse, Wasserkuppe: stage of the 9th Transeuropeenne de vol a voile (Transeuropean Glider Competition) in the Rhön Mountains, where Lilienthal made the very first glider flights. British entry: a Schempp-Hirth Nimbus 3.
Keywords: aircraft, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, glider, sailplane

PMR240-02
France, Alsace, Colmar: start of the 9th Transeuropeenne de vol a voile (Transeuropean Glider Competition) on 29th June. British entry: a Schempp-Hirth Nimbus 3.
Keywords: aircraft, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, glider, sailplane

PMR239-12
Germany, Bremen: view of the working windmill from the Herdentorsteinweg Bridge with reflections in the water.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful

PMR239-11
Germany, Bremen: a working windmill surrounded by colourful flower beds and parkland in the centre of the city.
Keywords: metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, gardens, landscape

PMR239-10
Germany, Bremen: the Gewerbehaus, a handsome stone building in the Renaissance style.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR239-09
Germany, Bremen: view of the Market Place and Gothic Rathaus (Town Hall) from the corner of the Cathedral of St. Petri.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval

PMR239-08
Germany, Bremen: gilded figure with sword over the entrance to Böttcherstrasse, an alley built in the "Jugendstil" (Art-Deco) between 1923 and 1933 by the industrialist Roselius.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful

PMR239-07
Germany, Bremen: the 30-foot-high statue of Roland with Gothic canopy, dating from 1400, which dominates the old Market Place.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, monument

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

PMR239-05
Germany. Lower Saxony: Walsrode Ornithological Park, the largest bird collection in the world, with over 5,000 specimens on display.
Part of the 40-foot-high "free flight" bird enclosure, where a typical sandy beach is reproduced, with rocks and breaking waves.
Keywords: living enclosures, zoological garden, avifauna, ornithology, cages, birdlife

PMR239-04
Germany. Lower Saxony: Walsrode Ornithological Park, the largest bird collection in the world, with over 5,000 specimens on display.
Rose-coloured flamingos reflected in the water.
Keywords: living enclosures, zoological garden, avifauna, ornithology, cages, birdlife

PMR239-03
Germany. Lower Saxony: Walsrode Ornithological Park, the largest bird collection in the world, with over 5,000 specimens on display.
One of the pelican enclosures; cormorants are nesting in baskets among the boughs which are arranged over the water surface.
Keywords: living enclosures, zoological garden, avifauna, ornithology, cages, birdlife

PMR239-02
Germany. Lower Saxony: Walsrode Ornithological Park, the largest bird collection in the world, with over 5,000 specimens on display.
One of the flamingo enclosures.
Keywords: living enclosures, zoological garden, avifauna, ornithology, cages, birdlife

PMR239-01
Germany. Lower Saxony: Walsrode Ornithological Park, the largest bird collection in the world, with over 5,000 specimens on display.
A carved wooden eagle, giant-size, near the entrance to the park.
Keywords: living enclosures, zoological garden, avifauna, ornithology, cages, birdlife

PMR238-01
Romania, Transylvania: washing laundry in the river which flows from the snow-capped Fagaras Mountains, part of the southern Carpathians, rising to 2500 metres and visible in the distance.
Keywords: rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque

PMR237-12
Romania, Transylvania: a river flowing fom the Fagaras Mountains, part of the southern Carpathians, rising to 2500 metres and visible in the distance.
Keywords: rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque

PMR237-11
Romania, Transylvania: Bran Castle, traditional home of Bram Stoker's Count Dracula stories, was built in 1377 to command the trade route and now contains an extensive museum.
Keywords: fortifications, defence, mediaeval, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque, vampires, Vlad the Impaler

PMR237-10
Romania, Moldavia: locomotive of the CFR (Romanian State Railways) approaching a level crossing.
Keywords: railroad, train, diesel engine

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

PMR237-08
Romania, Moldavia, Sihastria Hermitage, with frescoed entrance arch. Like Neamt and Secu Monasteries, it lies in the Secu Valley.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

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

PMR237-06
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Here: the imposing entrance and Pirgul Belltower.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR237-05
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Here: the Baptistry, outside the main gate.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR237-04
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Here: a young Orthodox monk.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR237-02
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR237-01
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Here: three young novitiates.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR236-12
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Here: a sounding iron, beaten rythmically to call to prayers.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR236-11
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. A 2-storey wing containing the monks' cells.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR236-10
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania. Here: the Pirgul Belltower, the oldest surviving building.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque, oxen cart

PMR236-09
Romania, Moldavia, Neamt Monastery: the church in the grounds was built by Stephen the Great in 1497 on the site of an older one. A repository for learning for centuries, with a valuable library, printing shop, museum and hundreds of sheep and cattle. The largest and oldest monastery in Romania.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR236-08
Romania, Moldavia, Tirgu Neamt: bucolic scene: shepherds and sheep are everywhere to be seen.
Keywords: rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, pasture, meadow, grazing

PMR236-07
Romania, Moldavia, Tirgu Neamt: wooden "bungalows" on the local camp site.
Keywords: rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, Volvo, campsite, tenting, open air

PMR236-06
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: part of the bath house with a view of the town and church tower.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque

PMR236-05
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: an exotic summer house/folly/clock tower in the cure-gardens.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, picturesque

PMR236-04
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: pump house and cure gardens. The town is renowned for its mineral springs and pure mountain air.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, picturesque, Baroque, park

PMR236-03
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: Bai Railway Station.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, picturesque, street scene, public building

PMR236-02
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: the main shopping street.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, picturesque, street scene

PMR236-01
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: Post Office ? (1929).
Keywords: colourful, architecture, picturesque, street scene, public building

PMR235-12
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: charmingly decorated house with painted palings and ornate well-house, all in a brown and yellow colour scheme.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, traditional, wooden construction

PMR235-11
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: wooden house with ornate decorations and beige colour scheme, dated '1960'.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, traditional, wooden construction

PMR235-10
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: Moldavian in national dress with embroidery covered jacket, standing in front of his house, with its wrought iron fence and ornate facade.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, traditional, wooden construction

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

PMR235-08
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: a freshly painted cottage in ochre and brown colour scheme.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, traditional, wooden construction

PMR235-07
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Dornei: charmingly decorated house with painted palings and ornate well-house.
Keywords: colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, traditional, wooden construction

PMR235-04
Romania, Moldavia, Sucevita: the monastery church from the entry gate. Founded by the Movila Brothers and built in 1582-4, it was the last of the "painted monasteries" to be completed. The fresco "Ladder of the Virtues" on the north wall of the church, is one of the most highly regarded.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR235-03
Romania, Moldavia, Sucevita: the monastery well, showing the grounds and massive ring wall, 6 metres high and 3 metres thick, with octagonal towers on each corner. Founded by the Movila Brothers and built in 1582-4, it was the last of the "painted monasteries" to be completed.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR235-02
Romania, Moldavia, Sucevita: the monastery church. Founded by the Movila Brothers and built in 1582-4, it was the last of the "painted monasteries" to be completed. Figures of saints and apostles on the east apse.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR235-01
Romania, Moldavia, Sucevita: the monastery church with built-on vestibule. Founded by the Movila Brothers and built in 1582-4, it was the last of the "painted monasteries" to be completed. View of the living quarters, ring wall and defence tower, from the vestibule.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR234-12
Romania, Moldavia, Sucevita: the monastery church with built-on vestibule. Founded by the Movila Brothers and built in 1582-4, it was the last of the "painted monasteries" to be completed.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, picturesque

PMR234-11
Romania, Upper Moldavia: picnicking in the breathtaking Carpathian Hills.
Keywords: rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, harvest, farmland, picturesque

PMR234-09
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Moldovitei: the frescoed church of Moldovita Monastery: frescoes on the south wall: "the tree of Esau", and, left, the Persian siege of Constantinople.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque

PMR234-08
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Moldovitei: bust of Petru Rares, who founded Mondovita Monastery in 1532, with the entrance to the museum in the background.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, statue, monument, sculpture

PMR234-07
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Moldovitei: the frescoed church of Moldovita Monastery, showing the vestibule and a nun rythmically striking a plank with a hammer, as the call to prayers.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, picturesque

PMR234-06
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Moldovitei: the frescoed church of Moldovita Monastery, showing the defensive ring-wall and gate house.
Keywords: frescoes, fortifications, defence, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque

PMR234-05
Romania, Moldavia, Vatra Moldovitei: two Orthodox nuns at the entrance to Moldovita Monastery.
Keywords: painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, street scene

PMR234-04
Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: a tributary of the River Moldovita flowing through typical Moldavian countryside.
Keywords: colourful, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque

PMR234-03
Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: Moldavian family group in traditional national costume on Easter Monday.
Keywords: colourful, Christian, rustical, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque

PMR234-02
Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: the separate belltower of Humor Monastery, erected in 1641, with the new church in the background.
Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rural, picturesque, religious, Bible

PMR234-01
Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: the little monastery of Humor, built in 1530 by Chancellor Toader Bubuiog. The frescoes on the south wall represent the 24 verses of the song "Praise to the Virgin" by Partiarch Serge of Constantinople.
Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rural, picturesque, religious, Bible

PMR233-12
Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: modern Romanian Orthodox church with newly carved lychgate, near to Humor Monastery.
Keywords: colourful, Christian, rustical, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque, wood-carving

PMR233-11
Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: Moldavian married couple in traditional national costume on Easter Monday.
Keywords: colourful, Christian, rustical, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque

PMR233-10
Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: Moldavian family on the way to church in a horse-drawn cart on Easter Monday.
Keywords: colourful, Christian, rustical, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, farmland, picturesque

PMR233-08
Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: frescoes on the south apse of Voronet Monastery, built in1488, and probably the best known of the "painted monasteries". The outside frescoes date from 1547. The monastery is famous for its "Voronet Blue".
Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rural, picturesque, religious, Bible

PMR233-07
Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: Voronet Monastery from the south east, built in1488, and probably the best known of the "painted monasteries". The outside frescoes date from 1547. The monastery is famous for its "Voronet Blue".
Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rural, picturesque, religious, Bible

PMR233-06
Romania, Moldavia, Gura Humorului: fresco of the Last Judgement on the west facade of Voronet Monastery, built in1488, and probably the best known of the "painted monasteries". The outside frescoes date from 1547. The monastery is famous for its "Voronet Blue".
Keywords: frescoes, colourful, painted monastery, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rural, picturesque, religious, Bible

PMR233-05
Romania, Moldavia, Cimpulung Moldovenesc: the modern Orthodox church, from the churchyard.
Keywords: colourful, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, picturesque, architecture

PMR233-04
Romania, Moldavia, Cimpulung Moldovenesc: view from the window of Hotel Zimbru, with synagog in the foreground, and church behind.
Keywords: colourful, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, picturesque, architecture, panorama

PMR233-03
Romania, Moldavia, Cimpulung Moldovenesc: young man in ornate Moldavian national dress.
Keywords: colourful, rustical, rural, street scene, landscape, countryside, picturesque

PMR233-02
Romania, Cluj Napoca: Kossuth Lajos Street: modern apartment blocks share the street with Baroque churches.
Keywords: architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, street scene, picturesque

PMR233-01
Romania, Cluj Napoca: Orthodox Cathedral, built in 1921-33 in Romanian Byzantine style.
Keywords: architecture, Orthodox, Christian, street scene

PMR232-12
Romania, Cluj Napoca: Gothic Cathedral of St. Michael, built between 1349 and 1580; a statue of Matei Corvin stands under the walls.
Keywords: colourful, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, street scene, picturesque, county town

PMR232-11
Romania, Cluj Napoca: equestrian statue of the Hungarian King Matei Corvin by sculptor Ioan Fadrusz (1902).
Keywords: architecture, Orthodox, Christian, street scene, picturesque, county town, monument, sculpture

PMR232-10
Romania, Alba, Aiud: fortified church or citadel dating from 14th-16th centuries, which provided protection for the townspeople in times of danger.
Keywords: fortifications, defence, mediaeval, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, rustical, rural, picturesque

PMR232-09
Romania, Alba, Teius: decoratively tiled house.
Keywords: frescoes, colourful, architecture, rustical, rural, street scene, picturesque

PMR232-08
Romania, Arad, Conop:: farmyard of a communal farm.
Keywords: rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, harvest, farmland, picturesque

PMR232-07
Romania, Arad, Lipova: the Baroque church with intriguing onion dome (or spire?)
Keywords: colourful, architecture, Orthodox, Christian, street scene, picturesque

PMR232-06
Romania, Arad, Lipova: field of rape from a tree-lined road.
Keywords: colourful, rustical, rural, landscape, countryside, harvest, farmland, picturesque

PMR232-03
Greece: the fishing village of Parga, on the west coast, just south of Corfu.
Keywords: culture, architecture, picturesque, colourful, bay, jetty

PMR232-02
Greece: camping at Prevesa, next to the beach.
Keywords: campsite, tenting, open air, Volvo, outdoor life, fresh air

PMR232-01
Greece: looking back at the mountains of the Peloponnisos from the ferry across the Gulf of Corinth, between Rio and Antirrion.
Keywords: seascape, cruise boats, steamers, picturesque , nature

PMR231-12
Greece, Olympia: Exedra of Herodes Attikus with twin fountains (right), and the few remaining columns of the Temple of Hera (behind).
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, Olympic Games

PMR231-11
Greece, Olympia: the original Olympic Stadium, where the first games were held, in (or before) 776 BC. Only the Hellanodikai, or judges, had seats, on the podium centre right. 30-40,000 spectators found places on the grass. The track is 600 (Greek) feet long.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, Olympic Games

PMR231-10
Greece, Olympia: remains of the Bouleuterion or Olympic Senate Building, with Judas tree in full blossom.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, Olympic Games

PMR231-09
Greece, Olympia: pink Judas tree blossom (Cercis siliquastrum) against a blue sky.
Keywords: spring, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR231-08
Greece, Olympia: row of columns on one side of the square Palaestra, the training area for boxing, wrestling, jumping, etc., ...
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, O...

PMR231-07
Greece: the harbour at Pyylos.
Keywords: port , harbour, jetty, fishing boats, moorings, motor boats, reflections, calm

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

PMR231-05
Greece: the road to Kalamata, passing through the Taygetos Mountains.
Keywords: landscape, cliffs, pass, defile, rocky

PMR231-03
Greece: Mistra, a Byzantine town founded by the Franks in 1249, straggles up the hillside to the protecting fortress on the peak. Courtyard of the Pantanassia Monastery, which is still active (1986).
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, archeology, excavations, architecture, heritage, monument

PMR231-02
Greece: Mistra, a Byzantine town founded by the Franks in 1249, straggles up the hillside to the protecting fortress on the peak. Metropolis Church with Judas tree, yellow spurge and Asphodel in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, heritage, monument, colourful, wind flowers, spring

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

PMR230-11
Greece, Mistra: vista of wild flowers, trees and the snow-capped Taygetos Mountains.
Keywords: spring, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR230-10a
Greece, Mistra: Crown Anemone (Anemone coronaria).
Keywords: spring, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR230-10
Greece, Mistra: Crown Anemones (Anemone coronaria).
Keywords: spring, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR230-09
Greece: Mistra, a Byzantine town founded by the Franks in 1249, straggles up the hillside to the protecting fortress on the peak. Ruins of the Palace of the Despots, the rulers of Byzantine Mistra, with the snow-capped Taygetos Mountains behind.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, heritage, monument

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

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

PMR230-06
Greece: Mistra, a Byzantine town founded by the Franks in 1249, straggles up the hillside to the protecting fortress on the peak. yzantine Church of Agii Theodori, erected in1296 on the pattern of Dafni; the oldest church in Mistra.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, heritage, monument

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

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

PMR230-03
Greece, Mistra: colourful spring flowers - Giant Yellow Spurge (Euphorbia veneta), Judas trees (Cercis siliquastrum) and Asphodelus (Microcarpus albus?), with view of the surrounding landscape.
Keywords: spring, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR230-02
Greece: Mistra, a Byzantine town founded by the Franks in 1249, straggles up the hillside to the protecting fortress on the peak.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, heritage, monument

PMR230-01
Greece: distant view of he Taygetos Mountains with snow-capped peaks; prickly pear cactus (Opuntia) and pink-flowering Judas tree in the foreground.
Keywords: spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, colourful, landscape

PMR229-12
Greece, Tiryns: possibly older than Mycenae, the acropolis at Tiryns is built from massive stones: remains of the main gate to the acropolis (compare with the lion gate at Mycenae).
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

PMR229-11
Greece, Tiryns: possibly older than Mycenae, the acropolis at Tiryns is built from massive stones: a vaulted gallery along the eastern casemates.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

PMR229-10
Greece, Tiryns: possibly older than Mycenae, the acropolis at Tiryns is built from massive stones: a vaulted gallery along the southern casemates.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

PMR229-09
Greece, Epidauros: Star of Bethlehem (Ornithogallum umbellatum) growing on the amphitheatre.
Keywords: spring, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR229-07
Greece, Epidauros: colourful wild flowers growing on the amphitheatre.
Keywords: spring, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR229-06
Greece, Epidauros: the colossal amphitheatre, seating 14,000 spectators, was built at the beginning of the 3rd century BC. It possesses remarkable acoustics - a coin dropped at the centre can be clearly heard throughout the amphitheatre.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

PMR229-05
Greece, Palaia Epidauros: camping in an orange grove at Epidauros Beach.
Keywords: campsite, tenting, open air, Volvo, outdoor life, fresh air

PMR229-04
Greece, Palaia Epidauros: camping in an orange grove at Epidauros Beach.
Keywords: campsite, tenting, open air, Volvo, outdoor life, fresh air

PMR229-03
Greece, Mycenae: the famous Lion Gate, entrance to the Acropolis, dating back to 1350-30 BC, seen from the approach, The carving of the lions in Cretan work.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

PMR229-02
Greece, Mycenae: six royal tombs, arranged in a circle,were excavated by Heinrich Schliemann in 1876 and yielded many valuable artefacts.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

PMR229-01
Greece, Mycenae: the famous Lion Gate, entrance to the Acropolis, dating back to 1350-30 BC, seen from above. The carving of the lions in Cretan work.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

PMR228-12
Greece, Mycenae: colourful vetches and hop trefoil growing among the rocks on the Acropolis.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR228-11
Greece, Mycenae: colourful vetches and hop trefoil growing among the rocks on the Acropolis.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR228-10
Greece, Mycenae: entrance to the so-called Tomb of Agamemnon, a beehive-shaped chamber 13.2 metres high and 14.5 metres wide and dating back to about 1330 BC, in the Bronze Age.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

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

PMR228-08
Greece, Old Corinth: overgrown basins of the Peirene Springs, with the Temple of Apollo on the hill in the background
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

PMR228-07
Greece, Old Corinth: lemons on the branch.
Keywords: fruit, citrus, colourful, natural, harvest

PMR228-06
Greece, Old Corinth: Temple of Apollo, one of the earliest temples known, dating from 550-525 BC.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

PMR228-05
Greece, Corinth: camping in a grove of mimosas on the Gulf of Corinth.
Keywords: Campsite, tenting, open air, peaceful, glade, outdoor life, fresh air

PMR228-04
Greece, Corinth Canal, 6343 metres long and 23 metres wide, begun by Nero in 67 BC, but completed only in 1893.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, waterway

PMR228-03
Greece, Eleusis Museum: Greek sarcophagus with finely carved hunting scene.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

PMR228-02
Greece, Cape Sounion: sunset over the sea, seen from the Temple of Poseidon (Neptune).
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, seascape, dusk, dramatic, calm, peaceful

PMR228-01
Greece, Cape Sounion: Temple of Poseidon (Neptune), completed about 440 BC, by the same builder as the Temple of Hephaistos.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument

PMR227-12
Greece, Piraeus: mixed small craft in the smallest, Tourkolimano, basin, looking south, against the sun.
Keywords: port , harbour, jetty, fishing boats, yachts, moorings, sailing boats, motor boats

PMR227-11
Greece, Piraeus: mixed small craft in the smallest, Tourkolimano, basin.
Keywords: port , harbour, jetty, fishing boats, yachts, moorings, sailing boats, motor boats

PMR227-10
Greece, Piraeus: mixed small craft in the smallest, Tourkolimano, basin, looking north.
Keywords: port , harbour, jetty, fishing boats, yachts, moorings, sailing boats, motor boats

PMR227-09
Greece, Piraeus: small fishing boats and motor cruisers on the far side of the Passalimani Basin.
Keywords: port , harbour, jetty, fishing boats, yachts, moorings, sailing boats, motor boats

PMR227-08
Greece, Piraeus: ocean-going yachts in the large Passalimani Basin.
Keywords: port , harbour, jetty, fishing boats, yachts, moorings, sailing boats, motor boats

PMR227-07
Greece, Piraeus: a small harbour for fishing boats at the end of the peninsula Akte.
Keywords: port , harbour, jetty, fishing boats, yachts, moorings, sailing boats, motor boats

PMR227-06
Greece, Athens: the National Archeological Museum, the world's leading nuseum for Greek antiquities.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR227-05
Greece, Athens: Keramikos: wild tortoises are to be found on most of the archeological sites. (Testudo graeca ibera).
Keywords: wild animals, fauna, Chordata, Vertebrata, Reptilia, Testudinidae

PMR227-04
Greece, Athens: Keramikos Graveyard: this dog guards the grave of Lysimachides of Acharnae. More modest gravestones in the background.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR227-03
Greece, Athens: Keramikos Graveyard: a bull on a column marks the grave of Dionysios Kollytos (died about 345 BC).
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR227-02
Greece, Athens: remains of the courtyard of the Roman Agora, with the Propylaeum on the far side.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR227-01
Greece, Athens: Tower of the Winds, in the Roman Agora, decorated with figures representing the winds from 8 compass points. Built in the 1st century BC to contain an ingenious water clock designed by Andronikus Kyrrhestes.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR226-12
Greece, Athens: Grand Metropolis Church, prime church of the Greek Orthodox religion, completed in 1855. To its right, its predecessor, the Small Metropolis Church, diminutive by comparison, a beautifully ornamented Byzantine church dating from the 12th century.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR226-11
Greece, Athens: Stoa of Attalus, reconstructed by American archeologists between 1949 and 1953. The original was a foundation of King Attalus II of Pergamon, completed in 138 BC.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR226-10
Greece, Athens: west front of the Temple of Hephaistos (Vulcan), also called Theseion, completed in 444 BC, standing in the Greek Agora.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

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

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

PMR226-06
Greece, Athens: statue of the Emperor Hadrian wearing ornate cuirass, in the Greek Agora.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR226-05
Greece, Athens: Temple of Hephaistos (Vulcan), also called Theseion, completed in 444 BC, standing in the Greek Agora.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR226-04
Red Admiral butterfly (Vanessa atalanta) on flowers of Vibernum tinus, near Athens.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, imago, colourful, exotic, insect

PMR226-01
Greece, Athens: Byzanine Church of the Apostles, built in 11th century on the site of a Roman Nympheum.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR225-12
Greece, Athens: students selling artefacts in front of the university, which lies between the Academy of Science and National Library.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR225-10
Greece, Athens: some of the figures adorning the Academy of Science on Panepistimiou (street) designed by Danish architect Theophil Hansen.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR225-08
Greece, Athens: statue of Ionnis Andreou Varvakis (1745-1825), a Greek hero, in the National Gardens.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR225-07
Greece, Athens: Zappeion, the exhibition centre, with Judas tree in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR225-06
Greece, Athens: Olympieion. a temple of Zeus, begun in 175 BC by Antiochos IV of Syria and completed by Hadrian in 132 AD. In the distance: the Acropolis, from the south east.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR225-05
Greece, Athens: Acropolis and Parthenon from the Philopappos Monument, with the Odeon of Herodes Atticus at the nearest corner. The Hill of Lykabettos in the distance.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR225-04
Greece, Athens: Acropolis and Parthenon from the Philopappos Monument, with the Odeon of Herodes Atticus at the nearest corner.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR225-03
Greece, Athens: Theatre of Dionysos from the Acropolis. It dates back to the 6th century BC but was rebuilt many times. It provided seating for about 17,000 spectators.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

PMR225-02
Greece, Athens: west front of the Parthenon. It was built between 447 and 432 BC by Phydias.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, architecture, classical, heritage, monument, capital city

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

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

PMR224-10
Greece, Delphi: Marmaria or Sanctuary of Athena: the three remaining columns of the circular Tholos, dating from the early 4th century BC.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations

PMR224-09
Greece, Delphi: Marmaria or Sanctuary of Athena: the three remaining columns of the circular Tholos, dating from the early 4th century BC.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations

PMR224-08
Greece, Delphi: Treasure House of the Athenians, built about 480 BC, commemorates the Greek victory over the Persians at Marathon in 490 BC.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations

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

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

PMR224-05
Greece, Delphi: the Stadium, where the Delphi Games took place. 177.55 metres long, accommodating 7000 spectators, with 17 or 18 running tracks.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations, sport, athletics, competition

PMR224-02
Greece, Delphi: Apollo's Temple, erected between 370 and 330 BC, where the Omphalos stone (the centre of the Greek world) and the Pythia oracle were to be found.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, culture, art, Greek, masonry, ruin, archeology, excavations

PMR224-01
Greece, Delphi Museum: the famous statue of the Charioteer, commissioned by a Sicillian prince, Polyzalos, to mark his success in the chariot races of 478 or 474 BC.
Keywords: historic, sculptures, statues, figures, antiquity, culture, art, masterpiece, Greek, plastics

PMR223-12
Greece, Delphi Museum: statues of the brothers Kleobis and Biton, who drew the wagon of their mother, a priestess of Athena, from Argos.
Keywords: historic, sculptures, statues, figures, antiquity, culture, art, masterpiece, Greek, plastics

PMR223-11
Greece, Delphi Museum: winged sphinx from the Naxier column, dating from the first half of the sixth century BC.
Keywords: historic, sculptures, statues, figures, antiquity, culture, art, masterpiece, Greek, plastics

PMR223-10
Greece: the first glimpse of Delphi through mist and cloud,
Keywords: picturesque, dramatic, light and shadow, lighting effect, mountains, wild

PMR223-09
Greece, Thessaloniki: a common sight - the wayside shrines come in all shapes and sizes.
Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, religion, tradition, venerated

PMR223-08
Greece: wild coastal valley on the Sithonia Peninsula.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, landscape, countryside, nature, unspoilt

PMR223-07
Greece: deserted beach in the south of the Sithonia Peninsula.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, landscape, coastline, nature, countryside

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

PMR223-04
Greece, Thessaloniki: Basilica of St. Demetrios, rebuilt 1926-48 aftrer a fire, using the original masonry.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, church, religion

PMR223-03
Greece, Thessaloniki: the Arch of Galerius, erected in 303 AD to commemorate the victory of the Roman Emperor over the Persians.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, ruin, monument, Graeco-Roman, masonry

PMR223-01
Austria, Tyrol, Durchholzen: ski-lift on the Zahmer Kaiser with the Wilder Kaiser range of mountains in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, mountain peaks, winter sports, skiing, snow scene, piste

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

PMR222-10a
Austria, Styria: flooded fields with reflections of trees.
Keywords: picturesque, mountains, landscape, inundations, inundate, water

PMR222-10
Austria, Styria: flooded fields with reflections of trees.
Keywords: picturesque, mountains, landscape, inundations, inundate, water

PMR222-09
Austria, Styria: Lake Leopoldstein, looking west, with the Erzberg Mountains in the distance.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, medieval, culture, colourful, industrial, mining, architecture

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

PMR222-06
Austria, Styria, Eisenerz: picturesque square in the mining town, with Mount Pfaffenstein towering in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, medieval, culture, colourful, industrial, mining, architecture

PMR222-05
Austria, Styria: the Erzberg (Iron Mountain) is composed almost entirely of iron ore and has beeb continuously mined since the Middle Ages. It provides Austria with 90% of its iron ore, and is graduall shrinking - from 1536 metres originally, to 1465 metres in 1985.
Keywords: industry, raw materials, terraces, excavation

PMR222-04
Austria, Styria, Leoben: Rathaus (Town Hall) in the main square.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, medieval, culture, colourful, architecture, Baroque

PMR222-03
Austria, Styria, Leoben: the toll tower (1280) and the church of St. Francis Xavier (1660-5) behind the bridge over the River Mur.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, mediaeval, medieval, culture, colourful, architecture

PMR222-02
Austria, Tyrol: the tiny Thiersee (Lake Thier), almost on the German border, in autumn colours.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, culture, national heritage, colourful, reflections

PMR222-01
Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: view of the town and fortress with the Kaiser mountains in the background, with autumn foliage in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town

PMR221-12
Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: Auracher Löchl, showing the arched bridge with frescoes.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town

PMR221-11
Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: Auracher Löchl, a picturesque corner of old Kufstein.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town

PMR221-10
Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: the fortress yard and "Peacock Gate", overlooked by the Emperor's Tower.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town

PMR221-09
Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: the Kaiserturm (Emperor's Tower), central strongpoint of the fortress, built in 1522.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town

PMR221-08
Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: casemates of the fortress, and view along the Inn valley towards Innsbruck.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town

PMR221-07
Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: view of the river, the railway station, and part of the town, from the fortress.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town

PMR221-06
Austria, Tyrol, Kufstein: River Inn promenade with the fortress in the background.
Keywords: alpine, picturesque, Alps, historic, culture, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, defence, fortifications, border-town

PMR221-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: view of the Untersberg and Berchtesgaden High Throne (1972 metres) with the Stöhrhaus just visible in the centre.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR221-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: view south from the Berchtesgaden High Throne (1972 metres) from the vicinity of the Stöhrhaus.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR221-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: crucifix on the summit of the Untersberg, Berchtesgaden High Throne (1972 metres) with view of Hochkalter and Berchtesgaden Alps.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR221-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Berchtesgaden: hiker on the Untersberg, Berchtesgaden High Throne (1972 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR220-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: fantastic headdresses of the ceremonial costumes of "D'Hochgründecker" from Bischofshofen, Salzburg, Austria.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR220-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: wagon of the Silesian Costume Group, Munich, drawn by two oxen decorated with flowers.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR220-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: Austrian drummers and halberdiers in the historical uniform of the Salzburg town guard, about 1755.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR220-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: brass band from Hemmingen, Baden Württemburg, in the uniform of the Württemburg Hussars of around 1800.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR220-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: the "Shooting King" of a Bavarian shooting club, with chain of office and medallions, accompanied by girls in blue dirndls holding aloft an arch of flowers. Each year the holder donates a medallion to the chain of office.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR220-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: the "Shooting King" of a Bavarian shooting club, with chain of office and medallions, accompanied by girls in matching pink and black dresses.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR220-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: girls in the matching blue dresses of a Bavarian Sports Association.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR220-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: young Sardinians of the "Centro Su Gennargentu", Munich.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR220-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: Bavarian brass band in traditional costume with embroidered Lederhosen.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR220-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: mother and children in matching costumes, with veteran wickerwork perambulator.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR220-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: youngsters wearing traditional Bavarian costumes.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR220-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85 historic ladies' and gentlemen's dress of 19th century Munich.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR219-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: stilt-walkers "Les Echasseurs Namurois", from Namur, Belgium.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR219-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: ceremonial band of the Crossbowmen, from Simbach, Lower Bavaria.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR219-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: wagon drawn by a team of 4 ponies and accompanied by men in Bavarian national dress (Lederhosen).
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR219-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: ceremonial band of Bavarian Territorials from Esselbach in the Spessart.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR219-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: Leading the procession, the symbol of Munich, the Münchener Kindl (Stephanie Hagn).
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR219-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: 175th Oktoberfest Costume Procession on 22.9.85: knights with horses in jousting colours.
Keywords: colourful, beer festival, München, traditional, dirndl, uniform, national dress, regional dress, lederhosen, ceremonial

PMR219-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Alpine Eyebright (Euphrasia alpina) on Mount Taubenstein.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR219-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria: German Gentian (Gentiana germanica) on Mount Taubenstein.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR219-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria: Fringed Gentian (Gentiana ciliata) on Mount Taubenstein.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR219-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bavarian Alps: on the path to Mount Taubenstein.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR219-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bavarian Alps: Rotwand-Haus from Mount Rotwand (1885 metres) with Sonnwendjoch Mountains behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR219-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Spitzing: reflections of the town in Lake Spitzing, with ski-slopes behind.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR218-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Füssen im Allgäu:
a street in the old town.
Keywords: architecture, gables, cobbled street, geraniums, historic, picturesque,Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR218-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem. Jetty with yachts on Lake Chiem with the Alps in the background.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, historic, sailing, Alpen panorama, tranquil, calm, peaceful

PMR218-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem. Jetty with yachts on Lake Chiem with the Alps in the background.
Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, historic, sailing, Alpen panorama, tranquil, calm, peaceful

PMR218-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem, was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1878, after being inspired by the French King Louis IV and the Palace of Versailles. View of the Palace facade from the gardens, with colourful flower beds in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, gardens, grounds, park, fountain

PMR218-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: Herrenchiemsee Palace, on an island in Lake Chiem, was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1878, after being inspired by the French King Louis IV and the Palace of Versailles. View of the Palace facade from the gardens, with colourful flower beds in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, gardens, grounds, park, fountain

PMR218-05
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 Latona Fountain and colourful flowerbeds.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, magnificence, splendour, pomp, historic, grounds, park, gardens

PMR218-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Prien in Chiemgau: alpenhorns being played on the jetty of Lake Chiemsee.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, Alps, mountain range, music, instrument

PMR218-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: Mount Wallberg (1723 metres) and the Wallberg-Haus from the summit of Mount Setzberg (1712 metres), with hiker.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama

PMR218-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: summit cross on the Setzberg (1712 metres), with hikers.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama

PMR217-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: Willow Gentian (Gentiana asclepiadea) on Mount Wallberg (1723 metres).
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR217-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: view of Lake Tegernsee, looking north towards Munich, with Rottach-Egern in the foreground and a hang glider in flight.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama

PMR217-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: hikers surveying Lake Tegernsee, looking north towards Munich.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama

PMR217-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: hiker surveying Lake Tegernsee, looking north towards Munich.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, panorama

PMR217-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee: hang glider about to launch from the Wallberg (1723 metres) with Lake Tegernsee in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, air sport, gliding, ultra light, flying wing

PMR217-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ammerang: the open air museum of farm houses: part of a four-sided complex of farm buildings, including the farmhouse, dating from the 18th century. The dove cote was dded about 1930.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, culture, music, concert

PMR217-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ammerang: the open air museum of farm houses: the "bee house", built in 1889, contains numerous built-in bee hives. It was in use up until 1972.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, culture, music, concert

PMR217-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ammerang: Renaissance courtyard in Schloss Amerang, the oldest surviving courtyard surrounded by three storeys ofarched galleries, and a popular venue for concerts.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, culture, music, concert, palace, castle

PMR217-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Rosenheim: buildings surrounding the shopping precinct, with the tower of the parish church; St. Nikolaus (a conversion from the Gothic)
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture

PMR217-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Rosenheim: The Mittertor, sole surviving town gate and oldest building in the town. Before 1350 it was the eastern gate to the town.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture

PMR217-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: confluence of the Rivers Danube (centre) and the Ilz (right) and the town skyline.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR217-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: view of the town and River Inn from the Klosterberg, showing the Town Hall, St. Michael's Church and, on the far side of the river, the Convent of Mariahilf.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR216-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: view of the River Inn from the Mariahilf Convent, with the cathedral, Bishops' Palace and Maria Bridge.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR216-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: the immaculate convent church of Mariahilf, high above the River Inn. The Baroque tower-domes date from 1665.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR216-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: confluence of the Rivers Danube (left) and Inn (right). The different coloured waters flow side by side for several hundred metres beforemerging. View fron "Dreiflüsse-eck" ("three-river-point")
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR216-08
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: Upper Fortress and Lower Fortress (connected by private stairway), standind between the Rivers Danube (foreground) and Ilz.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR216-07
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: the promenade on the River Inn and the Schaibling Tower (1481).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR216-06
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: a corner in the old town.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR216-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: Veste Oberhaus (Upper Fortress) built in 1219 by Bishop Ulrich II, towers over the Danube.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR216-04
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: Town Hall tower (1893), with a glimpse of th River Danube beyond.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR216-03
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: St. Stephen's Cathedral from the cathedral square, with statue of King Maximilian I of Bavaria. The cathedral contains the world's largest organ (1985), with 17,300 pipes and 231 registers.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port, music

PMR216-02
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: houses lining the River Danube.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR216-01
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: Old Cattle Market and tower of the Baroque St. Paul's Church (1678).
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR215-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: promenade and quay on the River Inn (formerly used in the salt trade) with St. Michael's Church and the Schaibling Tower (1481) behind.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR215-10
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Passau: the cathedral and old bishops' palace from the Maria Bridge over the River Inn.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, River Danube, River Inn, River Ilz, confluence, architecture, bishopric, port

PMR215-09
Germany, Bavaria, Altötting: a few of the votive plaques lining the walls and roof of the galleries surrounding the Holy Chapel (8th century).
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, pilgrim, pilgrimage, shrine, church, votive gifts, attraction, historical, religious centre

PMR215-08
Germany, Bavaria, Altötting: the Baroque Church of St. Magdalena, and the Stiftskirche (Parish Church)(late Gothic) with the little Holy Chapel (8th century) in front. View from the far side of the vast square.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, pilgrim, pilgrimage, shrine, church, votive gifts, attraction, historical, religious centre

PMR215-07
Germany, Bavaria, Altötting: the Holy Chapel, dating from the 8th century, visited by half a million pilgrims every year.
Keywords: architecture, national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, pilgrim, pilgrimage, shrine, church, votive gifts, attraction, historical, religious centre

PMR215-05
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Tegernsee Alps: view of the Wallberg (1723 metres) from the Risserkogel, with the Plankenstein (1763 metres) in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

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

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

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

PMR214-12
France, Picardy, Ermenonville: yellow water lily buds on the margins of the lake in the Jean-Jacques Rousseau Park, laid out by the Marquis de Girardin between 1763 and 1778 in the English style, with the chateau and village in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, castle, historic, Rousseau, park, memorial, countryside, nature, landscape

PMR214-11
France, Picardy, Ermenonville: vista across the lake in the Jean-Jacques Rousseau Park, laid out by the Marquis de Girardin between 1763 and 1778 in the English style, with the Isle of Poplars in the distance. In the south it links with the river Launette.
Keywords: architecture, castle, historic, Rousseau, park, memorial, countryside, nature, landscape

PMR214-10
France, Picardy, Ermenonville: the village of Ermenonville with statue of Rousseau and one of the mediaeval towers used for collecting tolls when this was rhe only road through the marshes which covered this area of Ermenonville.
Keywords: architecture, castle, historic, Rousseau, park, memorial, countryside, nature, landscape, rural

PMR214-09
France, Picardy, Ermenonville: moss-encrusted statue of Jean-Jacques Rousseau in the centre of Ermenonville.
Keywords: architecture, castle, historic, Rousseau, park, memorial, countryside, nature, landscape, sculpture

PMR214-07
France, Picardy, Ermenonville: trees reflected in the lake in the Jean-Jacques Rousseau Park, laid out by the Marquis de Girardin between 1763 and 1778 in the English style.
Keywords: architecture, castle, historic, Rousseau, park, memorial, countryside, nature, landscape

PMR214-06
France, Picardy, Ermenonville: vista across the lake in the Jean-Jacques Rousseau Park, laid out by the Marquis de Girardin between 1763 and 1778 in the English style.
Keywords: architecture, castle, historic, Rousseau, park, memorial, countryside, nature, landscape

PMR214-05
France, Picardy, Ermenonville: Rousseau's tomb on the Isle of Poplars in the Jean Jacques Rousseau Park, with the chateau in the distance. Rousseau spent the last six weeks of his life here, dying on 2nd July 1778 of apoplexy.
Keywords: architecture, castle, historic, Rousseau, park, memorial, countryside, nature, landscape

PMR214-04
France, Picardy, Ermenonville: Rousseau's tomb on the Isle of Poplars in the Jean Jacques Rousseau Park, with the chateau in the distance. Rousseau spent the last six weeks of his life here, dying on 2nd July 1778 of apoplexy.
Keywords: architecture, castle, historic, Rousseau, park, memorial, countryside, nature, landscape

PMR214-03
France, Picardy, Ermenonville: vista in the Jean-Jacques Rousseau Park, laid out by the Marquis de Girardin between 1763 and 1778 in the English style.
Keywords: architecture, castle, historic, Rousseau, park, memorial, countryside, nature, landscape

PMR214-02
France, Picardy, Ermenonville: facade of the chateau, with reflections in the lake in the Jean-Jacques Rousseau Park.
Keywords: architecture, castle, historic, Rousseau, park, memorial, countryside, nature, landscape

PMR214-01
France, Picardy, Ermenonville: part of the chateau from the edge of the lake in the Jean-Jacques Rousseau Park.
Keywords: architecture, castle, historic, Rousseau, park, memorial, countryside, nature, landscape

PMR213-06
France, Paris, Le Bourget: 36e Salon Internationale de l'Aeronautique et de l'Espace: Tails from Russia: Yakovlev YAK-42, Tupelov TU-154M, Mil MI-26, Antonov AN-124.
Keywords: aircraft, historic, air transport, airliner, aviation, airplane, aeroplane, air show, exhibition

PMR212-12
France, Paris: spectacular entrance to the Musee de l'Air at Le Bourget.
Keywords: aviation, aeroplane, airplane, aeronautical, museum, collection, aircraft, Fouga, Magister

PMR212-11
France: Church of Our Lady of L'Epine, late Gothic, completed in 1527, in the village of L'Epine near Chalons-sur-Marne.
Keywords: architecture, Christian, Catholic, religion

PMR212-07
Czechoslovakia, Prague: the Old Jewish Cemetery contains about 12,000 gravestones, the oldest dated 1439.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, UNESCO, burial ground

PMR212-06
Czechoslovakia, Prague: Church of St. James, dating from 1232: stucco relief over the main portal by the Italian, Ottavio Mosto.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, UNESCO

PMR212-05
Czechoslovakia, Prague: Town Hall, dating from the 14th century. Expansion resulted in the progressive take-over of adjoining houses until the whole row was incorporated. The famous horologe in the base of the tower dates from early 15th century.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, UNESCO

PMR212-04
Czechoslovakia, Prague: Old Town Square, the centre of old Prague, with the John Huss memorial (1915) and the Baroque Church of St. Nicholas, built to plans of Ignaz Dienzenhofer in 1732-35.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, cobblestones, UNESCO

PMR212-03
Czechoslovakia, Prague: Powder Tower, dating from 1475, once one of the city's principal gates, now badly in need of cleaning, stands at the entrance to the Place of the Republic.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, tram, UNESCO

PMR212-02
Czechoslovakia, Prague: modern sculpture of a woman in the new (1985) pedestrian precinct adjoining the theatre.
Keywords: national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, monument, statue, UNESCO

PMR212-01
Czechoslovakia, Prague: National Theatre, architect Josef Zitek, completed in 1881, now fully renovated, inside and out, confronted by a modern all-glass facade.
Keywords: historic, national heritage, metropolis, architecture, capital city, culture, picturesque, opera house, UNESCO

PMR211-10
Israel, Akko: local fishing boats, with the Isnan Basha Mosque in the background.
Keywords: harbour, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, picturesque, Acre, minaret

PMR211-09
Israel, Akko: colourful harbour scene, with minarets and clock tower.
Keywords: harbour, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, picturesque, Acre

PMR211-08
Israel, Akko: angler on the breakwater, with the high sea wall protecting the town, visible across the bay.
Keywords: harbour, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, picturesque, fisherman

PMR211-07
Israel, Akko: harbour cafe on the far quayside, with its coloured umbrellas reflected in the water.
Keywords: harbour, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, picturesque, Acre

PMR211-06
Israel, Akko: fishermen with nets on the jetty. Behind, the minaret and dome of the Isnan Basha Mosque (built 1806).
Keywords: harbour, port, fishing boats, jetty, quayside, colourful, picturesque, Acre

PMR211-05
Israel, Akko: caravanserai Khan al-Umdan with watering place for camels in the centre of the courtyard. The clocktower (sans clock!) was added in 1906.
Keywords: Acre, galleries, arches, architecture, historic, security

PMR211-04
Israel: the Israeli coastline stretching southwards from Rosh HaNiqra on the Mediterranean Sea, right on the Lebanese border.
Keywords: landscape, surf, dunes, coastal path, wild flowers

PMR211-03
Israel, Kinneret: Pink Flax (Linum pubescens).
Keywords: spring, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful, flora

PMR211-02
Israel, Kinneret: Carmel Daisies (Scabiosa prolifera) and Pink Flax (Linum pubescens).
Keywords: spring, picturesque, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful, flora

PMR211-01
Israel, Kinneret: camping on the campsite at Kibbutz Ein Gev in a eucalyptus grove, with the Sea of Galilee in the background.
Keywords: landscape, Lake Tiberias, Lake of Gennesaret, outdoor life, tenting, Seat Fura, fresh air

PMR210-12
Israel: Mount Hermon, in the Golan Heights, the highest mountain in Israel, lies on the Lebanese border, and still retains patches of snow. Fruit tree plantation in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, landscape, scenery

PMR210-11
Israel: Huleh Nature Reserve, an area of swampland and lakes, rich in flora and fauna, in the Jordan River Valley.
Keywords: landscape, wildlife, marshland, bird sanctuary, waterfowl, blossom tree

PMR210-10
Israel, Kinneret: evening calm on the Sea of Galilee, which lies 210 metres below mean sea level.
Keywords: historic, landscape, biblical, famous, Christian, silhouette, Kinneret, Lake Tiberias

PMR210-09
Israel, Kinneret: eucalyptus tree on the east shore of the Sea of Galilee which lies 210 metres below mean sea level.
Keywords: historic, landscape, biblical, famous, Christian, Kinneret, Lake Tiberias

PMR210-08
Israel, Kinneret: first glimpse of the Sea of Galilee, lying 210 metres below mean sea level.
Keywords: historic, landscape, biblical, famous, Christian, Kinneret, Lake Tiberias, Lake of Gennesaret, Seat Fura

PMR210-07
Israel, Jerusalem: the magnificent Dome of the Rock, built on the site of the third Jewish temple by Kalif Abd el-Malik between 687 and 691 AD, remains basically as it was built. The cladding is marble below and Persian faience tiles above. Chapel of Ascension (under restoration) in the background.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Muslim, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque, architecture, colourful, perfection

PMR210-06
Israel, Jerusalem: El-Aqsa Mosque shares the temple hill with the Dome of the Rock. Its 7 aisles can accommodate 5000 worshippers. It was built between 705 and 715 AD by Kalid Al-Walid, but rebuilt in 1035 after an earthquake.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR210-05
Israel, Jerusalem: fountain for ablutions before entering the Dome of the Rock.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque, mosque

PMR210-03
Israel, Jerusalem: entrance to the holy ground on which the Dome of the Rock is built, is through this arched portal.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque, mosque

PMR210-02
Israel, Jerusalem: the magnificent Dome of the Rock, built on the site of the third Jewish temple by Kalif Abd el-Malik between 687 and 691 AD, remains basically as it was built. The cladding is marble below and Persian faience tiles above.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Muslim, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque, architecture, colourful, perfection, mosque

PMR210-01
Israel, Jerusalem: the magnificent Dome of the Rock, built on the site of the third Jewish temple by Kalif Abd el-Malik between 687 and 691 AD, remains basically as it was built. The cladding is marble below and Persian faience tiles above.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Muslim, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque, architecture, colourful, perfection, mosque

PMR209-12
Israel, Jerusalem: the Western (Wailing) Wall in late afternoon with the Mount of Olives in the background. Men approach the wall on the left, women on the right.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR209-11
Israel, Jerusalem: the Damascus Gate, the main entrance to the old city from the north-west.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR209-10
Israel, Jerusalem: view of the Mount of Olives and Dome of the Rock, from the tower of the Church of the Redeemer.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR209-08
Israel, Herodion: a hilltop fortress near Bethlehem built by Herod the Great in 39 BC as a retreat and mausoleum. View from a distance - the excavations are hidden in the concave hilltop.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, fortifications, defence, picturesque, archeology, ruin, excavations

PMR209-07
Israel, Herodion: Scrophularia (Figwort), common on walls in this area.
Keywords: spring, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful

PMR209-06
Israel, Herodion: a hilltop fortress near Bethlehem built by Herod the Great in 39 BC as a retreat and mausoleum. View of the Hills of Judea from the top, with many newly planted olive trees in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, fortifications, defence, picturesque, archeology, ruin, excavations, landscape

PMR209-05
Israel, Herodion: Hoary Rock Rose (Cistus creticus).
Keywords: spring, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful

PMR209-04
Israel, Herodion: a hilltop fortress near Bethlehem built by Herod the Great in 39 BC as a retreat and mausoleum. In the foreground is the Great Hall of the palace, with the baths complex behind.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, fortifications, defence, picturesque, archeology, ruin, excavations

PMR209-03
Israel, Bethlehem: the sumptuously furnished Syrian Orthodox Church with its high belltower.
Keywords: street scene, architecture, Christian, prayer, picturesque, historic

PMR209-02
Israel, Bethlehem: children returning from school along one of the typical narrow streets.
Keywords: street scene, arab quarter, old quarter, young Israelis

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

PMR208-11
Israel, Bethlehem: a cold drink stall in the arab market.
Keywords: street scene, street trader

PMR208-10
Israel, Bethlehem: Morris 8, still going strong!
Keywords: veteran, vintage, historic, old-timer, automobile, motor car

PMR208-08
Israel, Jerusalem: the windmill, built (1857) by, and dedicated to, Sir Moses Montefiore, a benefactor of the city and founder of the Yemin Moshe quarter.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR208-07
Israel, Jerusalem: Mount Zion and the Church of the Dormition outside the walls of the old city, seen from Yemin Moshe.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR208-06
Israel, Jerusalem: the Church of All Nations and the Russian Church of Mary Magdalene, built in 1888 for Tsar Alexander III. In the foreground is Qidron Valley.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR208-04
Israel, Jerusalem: thousand-year-old olive trees in the Garden of Gethsemane are said to be seedlings of the trees which grew there in Christ's time.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR208-01
Israel, Jerusalem: newly completed (1985) housing on Mount Scopus, overlooking the old city.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR207-12
Israel, Jerusalem: Church of the Assumption, by the Garden of Gethsemane. The Virgin Mary lies buried 20 metres below the church.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR207-11
Israel, Jerusalem: Yellow Oxalis (Oxalis pes-caprae).
Keywords: spring, countryside, nature, wild flowers, botany, colourful

PMR207-10
Israel, Jerusalem: Jewish graves on the Mount of Olives, a much sought-after site: according to Jewish belief the resurrection will start here.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR207-09
Israel, Jerusalem: a camel with owner on the Mount of Olives, with the old city, Dome of the Rock and El Aqsa Mosque in the background.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR207-08
Israel, Jerusalem: view of the old city with surrounding wall, from the Mount of Olives, with a Jewish graveyard in the foreground and Mount Zion at top left.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR207-07
Israel, Jerusalem: Russian-Orthodox entry arch (1869) to the Muristan (old city). The silver dome belongs to the tiny Church of St. John the Baptist, the oldest church in the city.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR207-06
Israel, Jerusalem: bazaar in the Muristan (old city), with the belltower of the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, dedicated by Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1898.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR207-05
Israel, Jerusalem: family grave of Herod the Great. Herod himself was buried in Herodion however.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR207-04
Israel, Jerusalem: Zion Gate, still scarred from the fighting around the Jewish quarter in 1948.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR207-03
Israel, Jerusalem: view inside the Citadel, originally a palace of Herod the Great; later the palace of Pontius Pilate, garrison of the Roman X Legion, etc.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR207-02
Israel, Jerusalem: the city wall on the west side, with the Citadel and David's Tower, Present-day city wall and gates were built by Suleiman the Magnificent in 1537-41.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR207-01
Israel, Jerusalem: Church of the Dormition (built 1898) on Mount Zion marks the spot where the Virgin Mary died. A Christian graveyard in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR206-10
Israel, Jerusalem: the Western (Wailing) Wall, with the Dome of the Rock behind, and Israeli flags in the foreground.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR206-09
Israel, Jerusalem: Jews, mostly schoolchildren, assembling in the square before the Western (Wailing) Wall, on the evening before the Sabbath.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR206-08
Israel, Jerusalem: Jaffa Gate, the main entrance to the city.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

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

PMR206-06
Israel, Jerusalem: soukh in the old city, with brassware stall.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR206-05
Israel, Jerusalem: Muslim graveyard outside the city wall on the north-east side, seen from the ramparts.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR206-04
Israel, Jerusalem: view of the Christian quarter and Dome of the Rock from the ramparts above the New Gate.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR206-03
Israel, Jerusalem: City Wall from the ramparts, looking south, past the Jaffa Gate; Mount Zion in the distance.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR206-02
Israel, Jerusalem: City Wall Promenade: view from the ramparts near the Jaffa Gate.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR206-01
Israel, Jerusalem: approaching the city, with the fortified walls and the Dome of the Rock already visible.
Keywords: historic, antiquity, tradition, culture, capital city, religious centre, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Orthodox, walled city, fortifications, defence, cosmopolitan, picturesque

PMR205-12
Israel, Jerusalem: a green campsite at Kibbitz Ramat Rachel, 5 km. from Jerusalem and 4 km. from Bethlehem.
Keywords: tenting, outdoor life, camping, open air, Seat Fura

PMR205-11
Israel, Jericho: part of the main square, with the police station on the left.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, street scene

PMR205-10
Israel, Jericho: a fruit-seller's shop surrounded by blossom.
Keywords: colourful, picturesque, street scene

PMR205-07
Israel, Negev Desert, Khirbet Qumran: ruins of the settlement of the strict Jewish sect, (probably) the Essenes, close to the caves. Occupied between 800 BC and 66 AD, but first excavated in 1951. The long room on the left may be where the Dead Sea Scrolls were written.
Keywords: desert, historic, culture, archeology

PMR205-06
Israel, Negev Desert, Qumran: caves in the vicinity of those where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in 1947. Most were used by members of the nearby Jewish sect.
Keywords: desert, historic, rocky, cliffs, geology

PMR205-04
Israel, Negev Desert: En Gedi National Park during Jewish Bank Holiday (Passover). Fresh water is always a magnet in the Negev Desert. Leopards can sometimes be seen in this valley, as well as ibex.
Keywords: desert, colourful, picturesque, sunbathing, swimming, cooling off, refreshing

PMR205-03
Israel, Negev Desert: En Gedi National Park during Jewish Bank Holiday (Passover). Fresh water is always a magnet in the Negev Desert. Leopards can sometimes be seen in this valley, as well as ibex.
Keywords: desert, colourful, picturesque, sunbathing, swimming, cooling off, refreshing

PMR205-02
Israel, Dead Sea, Masada: a fortified rock plateau, on which Herod the Great built his palaces. Site of Roman siege in 37-31 BC when allegedly 900 Jews committed mass suicide. Northern Palace of Herod the Great: the circular middle terrace as seen from the upper terrace. A Roman siege camp site is visible in the background.
Keywords: desert, fortifications, defence, isolated, tragedy, historic, UNESCO Site, steep, impregnable

PMR205-01
Israel, Dead Sea, Masada: a fortified rock plateau, on which Herod the Great built his palaces. Site of Roman siege in 37-31 BC when allegedly 900 Jews committed mass suicide. Northern Palace of Herod the Great: part of a row of columns on the lower terrace.
Keywords: desert, fortifications, defence, isolated, tragedy, historic, UNESCO Site, steep, impregnable

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

PMR204-11
Israel, Dead Sea, Masada: a fortified rock plateau, on which Herod the Great built his palaces. Site of Roman siege in 37-31 BC when allegedly 900 Jews committed mass suicide. The synagogue, from Herod's time, the oldest synagogue so far discovered.
Keywords: desert, fortifications, defence, isolated, tragedy, historic, UNESCO Site, steep, impregnable

PMR204-10
Israel, Dead Sea, Masada: a fortified rock plateau, on which Herod the Great built his palaces. Site of Roman siege in 37-31 BC when allegedly 900 Jews committed mass suicide. Earth Ramp built by the Romans prior to storming the fortress. The site of the Roman siege camps (X Legion) are clearly to be seen.
Keywords: desert, fortifications, defence, isolated, tragedy, historic, UNESCO Site, steep, impregnable

PMR204-09
Israel, Dead Sea, Masada: a fortified rock plateau, on which Herod the Great built his palaces. Site of Roman siege in 37-31 BC when allegedly 900 Jews committed mass suicide. Washroom for visitors to the Western Palace of Herod. In the background: the swimming pool and a smaller royal residence.
Keywords: desert, fortifications, defence, isolated, tragedy, historic, UNESCO Site, steep, impregnable

PMR204-08
Israel, Dead Sea, Masada: a fortified rock plateau, on which Herod the Great built his palaces. Site of Roman siege in 37-31 BC when allegedly 900 Jews committed mass suicide. Pathway leading up to the Western Gate from Wadi Masada.
Keywords: desert, fortifications, defence, isolated, tragedy, historic, UNESCO Site, steep, impregnable

PMR204-07
Israel, Dead Sea, Masada: a fortified rock plateau, on which Herod the Great built his palaces. Site of Roman siege in 37-31 BC when allegedly 900 Jews committed mass suicide. Herodian swimming pool with steps leading down. Formerly lined with waterproof mortar. Everything above the black line has been reconstructed, below it is original.
Keywords: desert, fortifications, defence, isolated, tragedy, historic, UNESCO Site, steep, impregnable

PMR204-06
Israel, Dead Sea, Masada: a fortified rock plateau, on which Herod the Great built his palaces. Site of Roman siege in 37-31 BC when allegedly 900 Jews committed mass suicide. Columbarium, a round Herodian building with niches for the deposit of ashes of non-Jewish members of the garrison.
Keywords: desert, fortifications, defence, isolated, tragedy, historic, UNESCO Site, steep, impregnable

PMR204-05
Israel, Dead Sea, Masada: a fortified rock plateau, on which Herod the Great built his palaces. Site of Roman siege in 37-31 BC when allegedly 900 Jews committed mass suicide. A casemate in the curtain wall on the edge of a sheer drop; built by Herod the Great but later used as a dwelling by Byzantines and Jews.
Keywords: desert, fortifications, defence, isolated, tragedy, historic, UNESCO Site, steep, impregnable

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

PMR204-03
Israel, Negev Desert: salt crystals forming round the edge of the Dead Sea near Neve Zohar.
Keywords: desert, colourful, picturesque, beach, sunbathing, sand, swimming

PMR204-02
Israel, Negev Desert: newly laid-out gardens and promenade complete with palm trees at Neve Zohar, a newly established (1985) tourist resort on the Dead Sea. Hotel Moriah in the background.
Keywords: desert, colourful, picturesque, beach, sunbathing, sand, swimming

PMR204-01
Israel, Negev Desert: newly laid-out gardens and promenade complete with palm trees at Neve Zohar, a newly established (1985) tourist resort on the Dead Sea.
Keywords: desert, colourful, picturesque, beach, sunbathing, sand, swimming

PMR203-12
Israel, Negev Desert: bathing in the Dead Sea at Neve Zohar, a newly established (1985) tourist resort on the Dead Sea.
Keywords: desert, colourful, picturesque, beach, sunbathing, sand, swimming

PMR203-11
Israel, Negev Desert, Be'er Sheva: the centre, with the newly built (1985) Bank Hapoalim building. Be'er Sheva is the principal city of the Negev Desert region.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, Beersheba

PMR203-10
Israel, Negev Desert: ruins of Avdat, a city founded in the third century BC by the Nabateans at a fork in the caravan route. View of the fortifications on Avdat's hill, taken from the roof of a ruined Roman dwelling house.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, archeology, historical

PMR203-09
Israel, Negev Desert: ruins of Avdat, a city founded in the third century BC by the Nabateans at a fork in the caravan route. Outer room of a cave-dwelling in the base of Avdat's hill, dating from Nabatean times.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, archeology, historical

PMR203-08
Israel, Negev Desert: ruins of Avdat, a city founded in the third century BC by the Nabateans at a fork in the caravan route. Inner room of a cave-dwelling in the base of Avdat's hill, dating from Nabatean times.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, archeology, historical

PMR203-07
Israel, Negev Desert: ruins of Avdat, a city founded in the third century BC by the Nabateans at a fork in the caravan route. View of the surrounding countryside from Avdat's hill, with kibbutz plantations in the foreground.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, archeology, historical

PMR203-06
Israel, Negev Desert: ruins of Avdat, a city founded in the third century BC by the Nabateans at a fork in the caravan route. Remains of the nave columns of the Byzantine Chapel of St. Theodore, with the main apse.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, archeology, historical

PMR203-05
Israel, Negev Desert: ruins of Avdat, a city founded in the third century BC by the Nabateans at a fork in the caravan route. North apse of the Byzantine Chapel of St. Theodore.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, archeology, historical

PMR203-04
Israel, Negev Desert: Makhtesh Ramon, a 35-kilometre-long wall of a crater, 500 metres deep, caused by erosion, breached by a road at Mizpe Ramon. Now part of the Ramon National Park. Late afternoon view from the observatory and museum.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR203-03
Israel, Negev Desert: Makhtesh Ramon, a 35-kilometre-long wall of a crater, 500 metres deep, caused by erosion, breached by a road at Mizpe Ramon. Now part of the Ramon National Park.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR203-02
Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species.

Ibex (Capra ibex nubiana) are on the increase and can be found wild in several places
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game

PMR203-01
Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species.

View of the reserve from the observation tower over a large and shady Acacia raddiana
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game

PMR202-12
Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species.

Scimitar-horned Oryx (Oryx tao)
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game

PMR202-11
Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species.

Scimitar-horned Oryx (Oryx tao) with a group of Somali Wild Asses (Equus asinus), the ancestors of the domestic donkey.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game

PMR202-10
Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species.

Asiatic Wild Ass or Onager (Equus hemionus), the "swift ass". Not domesticable.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game

PMR202-09
Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species.

Group of Ostriches (Struthio camelus) with Addax (Addax nasomaculatus)
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game

PMR202-08
Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species.

Ostriches feeding, with Scimitar-horned Oryx (Oryx tao)
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game

PMR202-07
Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species.

Somali Wild Ass (Equus asinus) and male Ostrich (Struthio camelus)
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game

PMR202-06
Israel, Negev Desert: Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, dedicated to the reintroduction of animals found in this area in biblical times, several being endangered species.

Addax (Addax nasomaculatus)
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque, wildlife, antelopes, game

PMR202-05
Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: view from the top of King Solomon's Pillars.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR202-04
Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: contorted rock formations rising high between the Pillars of King Solomon.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR202-03
Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: King Solomon's Pillars, red sandstone, 50 metres high.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR202-02
Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: cliffs forming the north-western boundary, with a tree in the foreground.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR202-01
Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: cliffs forming the north-western boundary.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR201-12
Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: typical landscape with different coloured rocks
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR201-11
Israel, Negev Desert, Timna Valley National Park: entrance to a copper mine, possibly dating from 4000 BC, the oldest known shaft-and-gallery mines. Another behind.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR201-10
Israel, Negev Desert: "The Arches", a natural feature in the sandstone cliffs in the Timna Valley National Park.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR201-09
Israel, Negev Desert: view of Timna Valley National Park, showing some of the rock formations of dark granite, red sandstone, and paler dolomite and limestone.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR201-08
Israel, Negev Desert: the Mushroom Rock of vivid red sandstone in the Timna Valley National Park. Nearby are a number of early copper smelting sites used by the Egyptians in 1400/1300 BC.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR201-07
Israel, Negev Desert: the Mushroom Rock of vivid red sandstone in the Timna Valley National Park.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR201-05
Israel, Negev Desert: late afternoon sun in the Shani river valley, about 30 km. from Eilat. Evening shadows on the colourful rocks of sandstone and limestone.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR201-04
Israel, Negev Desert: late afternoon sun in the Shani river valley, about 30 km. from Eilat. View along the Red Canyon, carved out by the river Shani.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR201-03
Israel, Negev Desert: late afternoon sun in the Shani river valley, about 30 km. from Eilat.
Keywords: desert, sandstone, geological, rock formations, barren, waterless, colourful, picturesque

PMR201-02
Israel, Eilat: camel, with tanker unloading at the oil terminal in the background.
Keywords: beach, sand, sea, holidays, sun, sunbathing, surfboarding, water sports , scuba diving, Gulf of Aqaba

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

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

PMR200-11
Israel, Eilat: a group of divers returning from an expedition in a motorised catamaran.
Keywords: beach, sand, sea, holidays, sun, sunbathing, surfboarding, water sports , scuba diving, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR200-10
Israel, Eilat: sunbathers on Coral Beach with the mountains of Jordan as backdrop.
Keywords: beach, sand, sea, holidays, sun, sunbathing, surfboarding, water sports , scuba diving, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR200-08
Israel, Eilat: group of divers about to explore the coral reefs of the Coral Reserve.
Keywords: beach, sand, sea, holidays, sun, sunbathing, surfboarding, water sports , scuba diving, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR200-06
Israel, Eilat: the beach and lifeguard's tower at Coral Beach.
Keywords: beach, sand, sea, holidays, sun, sunbathing, surfboarding, water sports , scuba diving, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR200-03
Israel, Eilat: sunset on the mountains of Jordan on the other side of the Gulf of Eilat, with a tanker berthed at the oil terminal on the Israeli side.
Keywords: beach, sand, sea, holidays, sun, sunbathing, surfboarding, water sports , scuba diving, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR200-02
Israel, Eilat: youngsters fishing in the yacht harbour. Newly opened (1985) King Solomon Hotel in the background.
Keywords: beach, sand, sea, holidays, sun, sunbathing, surfboarding, water sports , scuba diving, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR200-01
Israel, Eilat: beach scene and canoe-hire in central Eilat.
Keywords: beach, sand, sea, holidays, sun, sunbathing, surfboarding, water sports , scuba diving, Gulf of Aqaba

PMR165-09
U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: evening view of the "Natural Bridge".
Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles

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

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

PMR104K-02
Bolivia, Tiwanaku or Tiahuanaco: Ruins of the capital city of a great civilisation, dating back to 1500 BC, but becoming a centre of culture only about 300 BC. After about 400 AD the empire expanded to take in large parts of present-day Peru, Bolivia and Chile on the west coast. Their success was based on highly effective agricultural innovation. In about 1000 AD the civilisation was virtually wiped out by continuing drought, the remnants being incorporated into the Inca empire around 1450 AD. These people had no written language and their name is unknown.

A monumental monolith featuring a priest, 7 metres high, with symbols inscribed on arms and shoulders from the classical period of the civilisation, in the central area of Kalasasaya.
Keywords: High Andes, archeological site, historical site, archeology, excavations, Tiahuanacu

PMR104K-01
Bolivia, Tiwanaku or Tiahuanaco: Ruins of the capital city of a great civilisation, dating back to 1500 BC, but becoming a centre of culture only about 300 BC. After about 400 AD the empire expanded to take in large parts of present-day Peru, Bolivia and Chile on the west coast. Their success was based on highly effective agricultural innovation. In about 1000 AD the civilisation was virtually wiped out by continuing drought, the remnants being incorporated into the Inca empire around 1450 AD. These people had no written language and their name is unknown.

The famous Puerta del Sol or Sun Gate, carved from a single block of Andesite, 2 metres high and 4 metres wide, cracked by lightning and held together with metal clamps. The central relief is Viracocha, God of Creation, head surrounded by rays of the sun.
Keywords: High Andes, Tiahuanacu, excavations, archeology, historical site, archeological site

PMR-D4037
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Brown-breasted Bulbuls (Pycnonotus xanthorrhous) in the bougainvillea trees in Green Lake Park.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, picturesque, metropolitan, flowering trees, colourful, wild birds, ornithology

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

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

PMR-D4034
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: night view of the city from the revolving restaurant of the Jin Jiang Hotel.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, picturesque, metropolitan, panorama, urban, lights, illumination, architecture, skyscrapers, multi-storey

PMR-D4033
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: illuminated "Drum Tower" after dark.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, heritage, traditional, historic, culture

PMR-D4032
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: "Son et Lumiere" spectacle "Impressions" after dark, incorporating dozens of girls wearing lighted costumes, with the "dragon's tooth" landscape as a backdrop.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, reflections, show, attraction, tourist, display, illuminations, heritage, culture

PMR-D4031
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: a model showing off a sea pearl necklace in the South China Pearl Museum.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, jewellery, necklet, string of pearls, valuable, expensive, pretty girls

PMR-D4030
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: a model showing off a sea pearl necklace in the South China Pearl Museum.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, jewellery, necklet, string of pearls, valuable, expensive, pretty girls

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D4017
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: young Chinese girls waiting for the chairlift to the top of the Yao Mountain.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, pretty girls, selfie, youth

PMR-D4016
People's Republic of China, Hunan Province, Yongzhou City: red ladies' drummer band serenading the guests of the Fanceden Hotel with patriotic songs.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, national heritage, culture, sculpture, Mao Tse Tung, red book, socialist

PMR-D4015
People's Republic of China, Hunan Province, Yongzhou City: red statue of Mao Zedong in the foyer of the Fanceden Hotel.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, national heritage, culture, sculpture, Mao Tse Tung, red book, socialist

PMR-D4014
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: large residence with a semi-circular fountain pool containing figures of the 12 Chinese year names: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog, pig,
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, culture, sculpture, calendar, zodiac, architecture

PMR-D4013
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: a corner of the production facilities with kiln chimney at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, tourist attraction, ceramic factory, craft, artistic, craftsman, skilled, veteran, expert

PMR-D4012
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: the old firing kiln, since replaced with an electric one at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, tourist attraction, ceramic factory, craft, artistic, craftsman, skilled, veteran, expert

PMR-D4011
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: large ceramic vase illustrated with flowers and birds motif in the showroom at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, tourist attraction, ceramic factory, craft, artistic, craftsman, skilled, veteran, expert

PMR-D4010
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: large ceramic vase illustrated with deer motif in the showroom at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, tourist attraction, ceramic factory, craft, artistic, craftsman, skilled, veteran, expert

PMR-D4009
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: ceramic plates with animal motifs (tiger, rabbit) in the showroom at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, tourist attraction, ceramic factory, craft, artistic, craftsman, skilled, veteran, expert

PMR-D4008
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: painting the exquisite illustrations on a plate at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, tourist attraction, ceramic factory, craft, artistic, craftsman, skilled, veteran, expert, artist, painter

PMR-D4007
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: ceramic jars with animal motifs identified by artist's name in the showroom at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, tourist attraction, ceramic factory, craft, artistic, craftsman, skilled, veteran, expert

PMR-D4006
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: painting the exquisite illustrations on a vase at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, tourist attraction, ceramic factory, craft, artistic, craftsman, skilled, veteran, expert, artist, painter

PMR-D4005
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: making ceramic rice bowls "sing" to test the quality at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, tourist attraction, ceramic factory, craft, artistic, craftsman, skilled, veteran, expert

PMR-D4004
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: finishing hand-formed ceramic bowls at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, tourist attraction, ceramic factory, craft, artistic, craftsman, skilled, veteran, expert

PMR-D4003
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: finishing hand-formed ceramic bowls at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, tourist attraction, ceramic factory, craft, artistic, craftsman, skilled, veteran, expert

PMR-D4002
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: forming ceramic bowls on a potter's wheel at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, tourist attraction, ceramic factory, craft, artistic, craftsman, skilled, veteran, expert

PMR-D4001
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: "Son of the Revolution" statue outside the entrance to Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, photogenic, culture, tourist attraction, sculpture, leader, peasant

PMR-D4000
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: display of colourful Chinese lanterns in front of a lantern shop.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, lights

PMR-D3999
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: display of colourful Chinese lanterns in front of a lantern shop.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, lights

PMR-D3998
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: night view of Xishi River, with Chinese lanterns reflected in the water.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3997
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: night view of Xishi River, with the lanterns of a restaurant and a traditional bridge reflected in the water.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3996
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: night view of Xishi River, overlooked by a row of ancient residences, their lights reflected in the water.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3995
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: evening view of Xishi River, overlooked by a row of ancient residences.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, boat, barge, lights

PMR-D3994
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: evening view of Xishi River, overlooked by a row of ancient residences.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, boat, barge, lights

PMR-D3993
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: evening view of Xishi River, overlooked by a row of ancient residences.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, boat, barge, lights

PMR-D3992
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: evening view of Xishi River, overlooked by a row of ancient residences.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, boat, barge, lights

PMR-D3991
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: drawing the threads from silkworm cocoons in Suzhou No. 1 Silk Factory Co. Ltd.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, caterpillars, larvae, fauna, insects

PMR-D3990
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: sorting silkworm cocoons in Suzhou No. 1 Silk Factory Co. Ltd.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, caterpillars, larvae, fauna, insects

PMR-D3989
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: silkworms feeding on mulberry leaves in Suzhou No. 1 Silk Factory Co. Ltd.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, caterpillars, larvae, fauna, insects

PMR-D3988
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the French Concession, centre of night life, after dark.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, red light area

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

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

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

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

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

PMR-D3982
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the lights of Pudong at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

PMR-D3981
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: illuminated boat on the Huangpo River with the lights of Pudong in the background.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

PMR-D3980
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the lights of Pudong at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

PMR-D3979
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the lights of Pudong at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

PMR-D3978
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: strollers on the promenade at night with the floodlit Bund in the background.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, floodlit

PMR-D3977
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the Bund at night, with the Bank of China building and green-domed former Cathay Hotel.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, floodlit

PMR-D3976
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the lights of Pudong at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

PMR-D3975
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: illuminated boat on the Huangpo River with the lights of Pudong in the background.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

PMR-D3974
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the lights of Pudong at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

PMR-D3973
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: the lights of Pudong at night, with reflections in the Huangpo River.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers, neon

PMR-D3972
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: inviting hot snacks offered at a stall in Yuyuan Bazaar area.
Keywords: colourful, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, food , delicious, tasty, temptation, appetite, smell good

PMR-D3971
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: pretty girl in fashionable red outfit in Yuyuan Gardens.
Keywords: colourful, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, fashion, sunglasses, model, modern, young fashion

PMR-D3970
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: traditional buildings with wooden facades and Chinese roofs in Yuyuan Bazaar area.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, historic, heritage, shopping, tourist area

PMR-D3969
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: traditional buildings with wooden facades and Chinese roofs in Yuyuan Bazaar area.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, historic, heritage

PMR-D3968
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: feeding the goldfish in Yuyuan Garden, originally laid out in 1577.
Keywords: colourful, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, child, toddler, pointing, curiosity

PMR-D3967
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: mandarin figure in Yuyuan Garden, originally laid out in 1577.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, statue, sculpture

PMR-D3966
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: boulder marking the entrance to Yuyuan Garden, originally laid out in 1577.
Keywords: architecture, colourful, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis

PMR-D3965
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: travelling at 301 k.p.h. in the Maglev train.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, speed, airport link

PMR-D3959
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: young lady in traditional costume in the Jin Jang Hotel.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, colourful

PMR-D3958
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: young man being photographed in (hired) traditional dress, in Green Lake Park.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, colourful, costume

PMR-D3957
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: bougainvillea blossom and other ornamental foliage in Green Lake Park.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, flowering trees, botany, colourful, flora

PMR-D3956
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. A colourful shrine to a Chinese martial figure.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre

PMR-D3955
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. A gilded figure of Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy, with 1000 arms.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre, colourful

PMR-D3954
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. A grotto of fantastic shapes, at the end of the temple lake.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre

PMR-D3953
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. The statue of Sakyamuni, a present from the King of Thailand.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre

PMR-D3952
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. The colourful and highly decorated wooden building has been restored many times in its history.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre

PMR-D3951
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. Water pavilion in the temple lake, reached by stone bridges.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre, reflections

PMR-D3950
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. Reflections in the temple lake, with the wooded hillside beyond.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre

PMR-D3949
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. Water pavilion in the temple lake, reached by stone bridges.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre, reflections

PMR-D3948
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre

PMR-D3947
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: Yuantong Buddhist Temple is the largest in the city and dates back over 1000 years. The impressive entrance to the grounds.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, religious centre

PMR-D3946
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: good quality fresh fruit can be bought from roadside vendors.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, trade, enterprise

PMR-D3945
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: one of the surviving historic wooden buildings in the old quarter.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, street scene, shops, trade, colourful, bargains

PMR-D3944
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: kittens for sale in the Plant and Animal Market.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, pets, appealing, cute, miaou!

PMR-D3943
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: kittens for sale in the Plant and Animal Market.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, pets, appealing, cute

PMR-D3942
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: unknown memorial monument in an enclosure near the market.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene

PMR-D3941
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: baby tortoises for sale in the Plant and Animal Market.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, pets, appealing

PMR-D3940
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: puppies for sale in the Plant and Animal Market.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, pets, appealing, cute

PMR-D3939
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: hedgehogs for sale in the Plant and Animal Market.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, pets, appealing, cute

PMR-D3938
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: a colourful pedestrian street near the market.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene

PMR-D3937
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: selection of succulents in the Plant and Animal Market.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, historic, street scene

PMR-D3936
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: a busy pedestrian precinct near the market.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, colourful

PMR-D3935
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: some older buildings in a quiet street.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene

PMR-D3934
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: memorial to part of the old city, long since demolished.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, monument

PMR-D3933
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: view along the Panlong River with some of the high-rise buildings in the centre.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene

PMR-D3932
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: caged birds for sale on the street.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene, pets, songbirds

PMR-D3931
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: some of the high-rise buildings in the modern centre of the city which has more than 3 million citizens.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene

PMR-D3930
People's Republic of China, Yunnan Province, Kunming: some of the high-rise buildings in the modern centre of the city which has more than 3 million citizens.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, metropolitan, architecture, historic, street scene

PMR-D3929
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Chinese car transporter, accommodating 26 vehicles.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, Han, long vehicle, conveyance, industrial

PMR-D3928
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall. View from downriver, looking towards the waterfall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction

PMR-D3927
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction

PMR-D3926
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall. View from the tunnel which runs behind the waterfall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction

PMR-D3925
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction

PMR-D3924
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction

PMR-D3923
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction

PMR-D3922
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction

PMR-D3921
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction

PMR-D3920
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun: Huangguoshu Falls, 77.8 metres high, 81 metres wide, China's biggest waterfall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, heritage, picturesque, Kam, sightseeing, attraction

PMR-D3919
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the garden of bonsai trees and bizarre stone shapes.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, botany

PMR-D3918
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
A lake with fountain and water lilies.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre

PMR-D3917
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
A lake with fountains adjoining the viewing terrace.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre

PMR-D3916
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
A lake with fountains and water lilies with densely wooded hills behind.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre

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

PMR-D3914
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
Two pretty girls in colourful Dong or Hmong costumes act as guides.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre, traditional, dress

PMR-D3913
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
Two pretty girls in colourful Dong or Hmong costumes act as guides.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre, traditional, dress

PMR-D3912
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
Two pretty girls in colourful Dong or Hmong costumes act as guides.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre, traditional, dress

PMR-D3911
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre

PMR-D3910
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year. Here, the name plates are clearly visible.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre

PMR-D3909
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre

PMR-D3908
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre

PMR-D3907
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre

PMR-D3906
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre

PMR-D3905
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Anshun, Tianxing Qiao Scenic Zone: the "Potted Landscape" on the Sancha River is an eroded karst area through which a path of 365 stepping stones zig-zags, each stone marked with a day of the year.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, landscape, formations, rocks, stone, bizarre

PMR-D3904
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Leishan: giant gongs in the town park.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, architecture

PMR-D3903
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Leishan: modern housing overlooking the town park.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, picturesque, Kam, architecture, homes , dwellings

PMR-D3902
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Leishan: a handsome modern "Wind and Rain" ("Fengyu") covered wooden bridge spans the river.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, woodworkers, skills, architecture, carpenters

PMR-D3901
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Leishan: a handsome modern "Wind and Rain" ("Fengyu") covered wooden bridge spans the river.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, woodworkers, skills, architecture, carpenters

PMR-D3900
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province: cultivated terraces by the road on the approach to the Leigong Shan Pass (1913 metres).
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, agriculture, grain, altitude

PMR-D3899
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province: rice terraces by the road on the approach to the Leigong Shan Pass (1913 metres).
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, agriculture, grain, altitude

PMR-D3898
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: a shoemaker plying his trade on the pavement.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, artisan, cobbler, enterprise, trade, business

PMR-D3897
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: local woman conveying hens in a pair of baskets on a pole.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, livestock, poultry, chickens

PMR-D3896
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: colourful local costumes displayed for sale in the store.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, clothes, frocks, dresses, fashion, models, souvenirs

PMR-D3895
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: feeding time for a pair of cows in a back yard.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, carpentry, livestock, farming

PMR-D3894
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: bundles of drying rice on a bridge-rail, with the historic wooden houses in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3893
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the historic wooden houses on the main street back onto the river whose water level is retained by weirs.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, reflections

PMR-D3892
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: view of the "Drum Tower" and square from the top floor of the hotel.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3891
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: drying the black, hammered cloth and various carpets on a bridge on the outskirts of the village.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3890
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: one of the "Wind and Rain" covered bridges over the river, with the "Drum Tower" in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3889
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: colourful dragons adorn the front of the "Drum Tower".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3888
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the "Drum Tower", reflected in the pool.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3887
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: a weir raises the level of the river to provide reflections of the wooden buildings.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3886
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the pedestrian boardwalk follows the stream into the centre of the village.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3885
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: view of the old wooden buildings from a bridge over the stream.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3884
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: one of the youngest members of the Dong community.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, child, boy, toddler

PMR-D3883
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: view of the old wooden buildings from a bridge over the stream.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3882
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: a local artisan, weaving a basket.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, handicrafts, basketry, skills

PMR-D3881
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: large racks of drying rice form one side of the square, with the "Drum Tower" visible in the background. With the stage, or podium, in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, harvest, grain

PMR-D3880
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: large racks of drying rice form one side of the square, with the "Drum Tower" visible in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, harvest, grain

PMR-D3879
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: woman washing beansprouts in a bowl.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, food

PMR-D3878
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the traditional black cloth being hammered to produce a gloss. After many hours of hammering and washing, the value increases accordingly.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, artisan, textiles, clothing

PMR-D3877
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the "Drum Tower" reflected in the town pool, with rice drying in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3876
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: young woman washing clothes by the river.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, laundry, washday

PMR-D3875
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the historic wooden houses on the main street back onto the river whose water level is retained by weirs.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, reflections

PMR-D3874
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the historic wooden houses on the main street back onto the river.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, reflections

PMR-D3873
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the historic wooden houses on the main street back onto the river, where they are mirrored in the water.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, reflections

PMR-D3872
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the historic wooden houses on the main street back onto the river.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, reflections

PMR-D3871
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the historic wooden houses on the main street back onto the river whose water level is retained by weirs.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, reflections

PMR-D3870
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: historic wooden houses on the main street, with wooded hills behind.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, colourful

PMR-D3869
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: historic wooden houses on the main street, with wooded hills behind.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, colourful

PMR-D3868
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: hanging out lengths of black, hammered cloth to dry.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, Kam, artisan

PMR-D3867
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: pink hibiscus flowers.
Keywords: blooms, botany, flora, shrubs, colourful, horticulture

PMR-D3866
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: handsome traditional buildings at the entrance to the village, with wooded hills as a backdrop.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, pagodas

PMR-D3865
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Zhaoxing Dong Village: the main road flies past the village on a lofty viaduct.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, bridge, engineering, construction

PMR-D3864
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Conjiang: an ancient fig tree (Ficus microcarpa), its branches supported with struts, near the hotel.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, Kam, botany, flora, dendrology

PMR-D3863
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: colourfully-dressed Miao woman with baskets on a carrying-pole.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3862
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: typical wooden grain stores, mounted on stilts.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, woodworkers

PMR-D3861
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: red peppers drying in the sun, behind, the rolling countryside disappearing into the mist.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, landscape, colourful

PMR-D3860
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: typical wooden houses, clustered on a steep hill.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, woodworkers

PMR-D3859
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: the rice harvest drying on high racks.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3858
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: one of the village hunters, dressed in black, hammered cloth.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3857
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: one of the village hunters, dressed in black, hammered cloth, with his ancient muzzle-loading gun.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3856
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: young Miao girl with colourful dress.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3855
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: typical wooden building on the village square, with drying rice and cotton.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3854
People's Republic of China, Guizhou Province, Basha/Biasha Miao Village: pretty Miao girl wearing the traditional black, hammered cloth jacket.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3853
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: a Miao village on the River Doliu, with traditional wooden houses in a terrace, drying clothes,
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, street scene

PMR-D3852
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: a Miao village on the River Doliu, with traditional wooden houses, two women washing onions.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, street scene

PMR-D3851
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: a Miao village on the River Doliu, with traditional wooden houses, drying material, piled-up logs, cooking rice in a wok.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, street scene

PMR-D3850
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: a Miao village on the River Doliu, with traditional wooden houses, drying rice, drying cotton, firewood in a pile.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, street scene

PMR-D3849
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: a Miao village on the River Doliu, with traditional wooden houses, drying rice, firewood in a pile.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan, street scene

PMR-D3848
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: entrance to the bull-coursing arena.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, colourful

PMR-D3847
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: the local people are avid players of board games.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, Kam, gaming, chequers, squatting

PMR-D3846
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: the "Drum Tower" traditionally serves as an assembly hall in Dong villages, where the citizens are summoned by a beaten drum.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3845
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: closer view of the intricate patterns formed by inlaid pebble-work in the town square.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, palm trees

PMR-D3844
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: upward view inside the "Drum Tower" gives an idea of the woodwork skills of the Dong constructors.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, carpentry, artisan

PMR-D3843
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: intricate patterns formed by inlaid pebble-work in the town square. Drying rice on frames in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, palm trees

PMR-D3842
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: late afternoon view of the town square with rice-drying stands on the far side.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, Kam, dragon, palm trees

PMR-D3841
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: butterfly
Keywords: lepidoptera, insect, colourful, fauna

PMR-D3840
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: bundles of rice, drying in the sun, on the front of a house in the Dong village.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3839
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the newer houses in the Dong village are brick-built. Reflections in the river.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3838
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional multi-storey wooden houses in the Dong village, with stream and signpost in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3837
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: harvesting rice in the fields of the Dong village.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam, crop, grain

PMR-D3836
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: view of the Dong village, with its traditional wooden houses and two "Drum Towers".
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3835
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long..
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam

PMR-D3834
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: cultivated fields in the middle of the Dong village, with the roof of a wayside pavilion in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3833
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: cotton, drying on the pavement.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, Kam, raw materials

PMR-D3832
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional multi-storey wooden house with restaurant on the ground floor, in the Dong village.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3831
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: ricefields, with, behind, the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long.. It has 5 pavilions and 19 verandas.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam

PMR-D3830
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: Cheng Yang International Hotel, of traditional wooden construction.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3829
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional multi-storey wooden houses in the Dong village, with the "Drum Tower" or assembly hall, in the background at the foot of the hill terraces, and rice field in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3828
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the village square, in use for drying rice.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3827
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: cultivated land in the centre of the Dong village is heavily cropped.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3826
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: kaki tree with fruit (Diospyros kaki)
Keywords: flora, persimmon, botanicum, Sharon fruit

PMR-D3825
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: a tourist group crossing the river, with the "Drum Tower" or assembly hall, on the right.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3824
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional multi-storey wooden houses in the Dong village reflected in the river, with the "Drum Tower" or assembly hall, in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3823
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long.. It has 5 pavilions and 19 verandas.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam

PMR-D3822
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long.. It has 5 pavilions and 19 verandas.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam

PMR-D3821
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long..
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam

PMR-D3820
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional multi-storey wooden houses in the Dong village.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3819
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the village square, in use for drying grain, with the "Drum Tower" or assembly hall at the rear.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3818
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: Dong (Kam) housewives and mothers passing the time of day.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, women, villagers, village life

PMR-D3817
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional wooden houses in the Dong village, with rice field in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, crop, cultivation, Kam

PMR-D3816
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional multi-storey wooden houses in the Dong village.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3815
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: butterfly
Keywords: lepidoptera, insect, colourful, fauna

PMR-D3814
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: butterfly
Keywords: lepidoptera, insect, colourful, fauna

PMR-D3813
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: the Chengyang Wind and Rain ("Fengyu") Bridge, built by Dong woodworkers in 1912, stands on three stone piers and is 64.4 metres long.. The waterwheel in the foreground supplies the irregation system.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Yongji, Panlong, Kam

PMR-D3812
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional women's costume in the Dong village.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, colourful, Kam

PMR-D3811
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang County, Maan: traditional wooden houses on the outskirts of the Dong village.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, carpentry, Kam

PMR-D3810
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: a modern "Wind and Rain" bridge built by the Dong people and completed in 2010. It is 398 metres long and 18 metres wide with two carriageways. The seven towers display the traditional woodworking skills of the Dong people.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, span, reflections

PMR-D3809
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: a modern "Wind and Rain" bridge built by the Dong people and completed in 2010. It is 398 metres long and 18 metres wide with two carriageways. The seven towers display the traditional woodworking skills of the Dong people.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, span, reflections

PMR-D3808
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: a modern "Wind and Rain" bridge built by the Dong people and completed in 2010. It is 398 metres long and 18 metres wide with two carriageways. The seven towers display the traditional woodworking skills of the Dong people.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, span, reflections

PMR-D3807
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: a modern "Wind and Rain" bridge built by the Dong people and completed in 2010. It is 398 metres long and 18 metres wide with two carriageways. The seven towers display the traditional woodworking skills of the Dong people.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, span, reflections

PMR-D3806
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: waterside houses reflected in the River Rong in early-morning mist.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, reflections

PMR-D3805
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Sanjiang: a modern "Wind and Rain" bridge built by the Dong people and completed in 2010. It is 398 metres long and 18 metres wide with two carriageways. The seven towers display the traditional woodworking skills of the Dong people.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, heritage, picturesque, architecture, span, reflections

PMR-D3804
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Dazhai: wooden houses of the Yao people, who are traditional woodworkers.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, heritage, architecture, dwellings, homes

PMR-D3803
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Dazhai: in this village the Yao women let their hair grow to its full length, but keep it coiled up during the day.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, hairstyles, coiffure

PMR-D3802
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Dazhai: in this village the Yao women let their hair grow to its full length, but keep it coiled up during the day.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, hairstyles, coiffure

PMR-D3801
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Dazhai: in this village the Yao women let their hair grow to its full length, but keep it coiled up during the day.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, hairstyles, coiffure

PMR-D3800
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Dazhai: in this village the Yao women let their hair grow to its full length, but keep it coiled up during the day.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, extraordinary, culture, minority, hairstyles, coiffure

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

PMR-D3798
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Longsheng: the "Dragon's Backbone" rice terraces can be reached by a cable-car ascent.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, topography, extraordinary, breathtaking, cultivation, spectacular

PMR-D3797
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Longsheng: the "Dragon's Backbone" rice terraces can be reached by a cable-car ascent.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, topography, extraordinary, breathtaking, cultivation, spectacular

PMR-D3796
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Longsheng: the "Dragon's Backbone" rice terraces can be reached by a cable-car ascent.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, topography, extraordinary, breathtaking, cultivation, spectacular

PMR-D3795
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: "Moon Hill", one of the remarkable, tree-covered karst hills, dotting the landscape around Guilin.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, topography, geology, limestone, extraordinary, breathtaking

PMR-D3794
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: the remarkable, tree-covered karst hills, dotting the landscape around Guilin, with spectacular bamboo fronds in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, topography, geology, limestone, extraordinary, breathtaking

PMR-D3793
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: the remarkable, tree-covered karst hills, dotting the landscape around Guilin, with a local trader on a tricycle in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, topography, geology, limestone, extraordinary

PMR-D3792
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: masses of pampas grass, with the remarkable, tree-covered karst hills, dotting the landscape around Guilin.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, topography, geology, limestone, extraordinary, breathtaking

PMR-D3791
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: the remarkable, tree-covered karst hills, dotting the landscape around Guilin, with cultivated fruit trees in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, topography, geology, limestone, extraordinary, breathtaking

PMR-D3790
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: "the finger", one of the remarkable, tree-covered karst hills, dotting the landscape around Guilin.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, topography, geology, limestone, extraordinary, breathtaking

PMR-D3789
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: the remarkable, tree-covered karst hills, dotting the landscape around Guilin.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, topography, geology, limestone, extraordinary, breathtaking

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

PMR-D3787
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: traditional farmhouse, with drying rice, and implements and tools hanging on a rack. In the background are the wooded, karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, farming, peasant, husbandry, smallholding, historic

PMR-D3786
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: traditional farmhouse, with drying rice, and implements and tools hanging on a rack (right).
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, farming, peasant, husbandry, smallholding, historic

PMR-D3785
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Stacked rafts for return to the starting point.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3784
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Removing the fish from the cormorant's gullet.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft

PMR-D3783
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Cormorant with a large fish in its gullet.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft

PMR-D3782
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft

PMR-D3781
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft

PMR-D3780
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Cormorant catching fish.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft

PMR-D3779
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Cormorant searching for fish.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft

PMR-D3778
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River. Removing a fish from the cormorant's gullet.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft

PMR-D3777
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft

PMR-D3776
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: demonstration of fishing with cormorants on the Yulong River.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, bamboo raft

PMR-D3775
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: traditional local dresses make a colourful display for departing bamboo rafters.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3774
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: finishing point of the bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3773
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3772
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills and graceful bamboo fronds in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3771
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3770
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3769
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3768
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3767
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Going over a weir.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3766
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3765
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3764
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3763
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3762
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: starting point for the bamboo rafting on the Yulong River with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, limestone

PMR-D3761
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: a tree-covered cone of limestone rock dominates the house at its foot.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, sightseeing, shopping, tourist Mecca, geology, topography

PMR-D3760
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: western-style cafes and bars line this street.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, sightseeing, shopping, tourist Mecca

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

PMR-D3758
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: the remarkable karst tree-covered hills form a dramatic background to the town.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, sightseeing, shopping, tourist Mecca

PMR-D3757
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: the remarkable karst tree-covered hills form a dramatic background to the town.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, sightseeing, shopping, tourist Mecca

PMR-D3756
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Yangshuo: tourists throng the streets of the town, which is the terminus for the boats on the Li River.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, sightseeing, shopping, tourist Mecca

PMR-D3755
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River, with graceful bamboo fronds in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3754
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills, from the deck of a river cruiser.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3753
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: a large sandbank on the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3752
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: heavy traffic on the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3751
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills and a river cruiser in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3750
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3749
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River, with graceful bamboo fronds in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3748
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: sandbanks on the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3747
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: a solitary finger, part of the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3746
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. River cruisers on a backwater.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3745
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3744
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3743
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. A waterside village with its assorted watercraft.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3742
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3741
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3740
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3739
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3738
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3737
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills and sightseeing boats operating from the beach.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3736
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3735
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3734
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3733
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3732
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills and a line of river cruisers.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3731
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3730
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River, with graceful bamboo fronds in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3729
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3728
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with "Page-Boy Hill", part of the remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3727
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: "the fox" , part of the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River, with beach settlement in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3726
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: "the fox" , part of the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3725
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River, with graceful bamboo fronds in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3724
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3723
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3722
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. The corniche road follows the river.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3721
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3720
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3719
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. A river cruiser in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3718
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills. Joining of a tributary.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3717
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3716
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3715
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3714
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3713
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3712
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the remarkable Cao Ping karst landscape of tree-covered hills from the Lijiang, or Li River.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3711
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3710
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills and a line of river cruisers in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3709
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3708
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Little Egrets (Egretta garzetta) on the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology, birds, herons, waders, ornithology

PMR-D3707
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with its remarkable landscape of tree-covered karst hills.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3706
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with the remarkable landscape of karst hills and local watercraft in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing, extraordinary, breathtaking, topography, geology

PMR-D3705
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: river cruisers at the jetty before leaving on a trip along the Lijiang, or Li River, to Yangshuo.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing

PMR-D3704
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: river cruisers at the jetty before leaving on a trip along the Lijiang, or Li River, to Yangshuo.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing

PMR-D3703
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: the Lijiang, or Li River, with the remarkable landscape of karst hills and a sightseeing boat in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing

PMR-D3702
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: river cruisers at the jetty before leaving on a trip along the Lijiang, or Li River, to Yangshuo.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, boats, waterway, sightseeing

PMR-D3701
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: typical means of transport in the city. Most motorcycles are electric.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, traffic, vehicles, popular, economical

PMR-D3700
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: typical means of transport in the city. Most motorcycles are electric.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, traffic, vehicles, popular, economical

PMR-D3699
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: typical means of transport in the city. Most motorcycles are electric.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, traffic, vehicles, popular, economical

PMR-D3698
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: typical means of transport in the city. Most motorcycles are electric.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, traffic, vehicles, popular, economical

PMR-D3697
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: typical means of transport in the city. Most motorcycles are electric.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, traffic, vehicles, popular, economical

PMR-D3696
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: view of the landscape of karst hills from the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, geology, ranges of hills, extraordinary, breathtaking, remarkable

PMR-D3695
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: view of the landscape of karst hills from the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, geology, ranges of hills, extraordinary, breathtaking, remarkable

PMR-D3694
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: symbol-covered stone column near the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, culture, sculpture, metalwork

PMR-D3693
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: red prayer ribbons cover the trees near the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, culture, colourful

PMR-D3692
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: figures representing the 12 Chinese year names: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog, pig, with prayer ribbons in the trees, on the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, culture, sculpture, calendar, zodiac

PMR-D3691
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: figures representing the 12 Chinese year names: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog, pig, on the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, culture, sculpture, calendar, zodiac

PMR-D3690
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: bronze relief near the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, culture, sculpture, metalwork

PMR-D3689
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Tang Dynasty figures near the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, culture, Buddhist, temple, statue

PMR-D3688
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: view of the landscape of karst hills from the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, geology, ranges of hills, extraordinary, breathtaking, remarkable

PMR-D3687
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Tang Dynasty figure near the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, culture, Buddhist, temple, statue

PMR-D3686
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Tang Dynasty figures near the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, culture, Buddhist, temple, statue

PMR-D3685
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: view of the landscape of karst hills from the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, geology, ranges of hills, extraordinary, breathtaking, remarkable

PMR-D3684
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: view of the landscape of karst hills from the top of the Yao Mountain, at 903 metres, the highest in Guilin, reached by chair-lift.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, geology, ranges of hills, extraordinary, breathtaking, remarkable

PMR-D3683
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Ming Emperor's burial site contaning the tombs of 11 princes of the Jingjiang Family, descendants of King Jingjiang, himself the nephew of a Ming Emperor (Ming Dynasty 1368-1644).
View of the Sacred Way and entrance lodge from the Prayer Hall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs, mausoleum

PMR-D3682
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Ming Emperor's burial site contaning the tombs of 11 princes of the Jingjiang Family, descendants of King Jingjiang, himself the nephew of a Ming Emperor (Ming Dynasty 1368-1644).
Stone statues lining the Sacred Way. The central stone path is reserved for the Emperor.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs, mausoleum

PMR-D3681
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Ming Emperor's burial site contaning the tombs of 11 princes of the Jingjiang Family, descendants of King Jingjiang, himself the nephew of a Ming Emperor (Ming Dynasty 1368-1644).
Carvings on the roof of the Prayer Hall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs, mausoleum

PMR-D3680
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: Ming Emperor's burial site contaning the tombs of 11 princes of the Jingjiang Family, descendants of King Jingjiang, himself the nephew of a Ming Emperor (Ming Dynasty 1368-1644).
One of the stone statues lining the sacred way.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs, mausoleum

PMR-D3679
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: typical Guangxi graveyard with traditional round graves.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs

PMR-D3678
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: typical Guangxi graveyard with traditional round graves.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs

PMR-D3677
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province, Guilin: typical Guangxi graveyard with traditional round graves.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, burial place, cemetery, tombs

PMR-D3676
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: the Ling Canal., near Guilin, was built in 214 BC, the world's first canal to link two river valleys (Yangtze and Pearl River) across the land contours. A park and museum provide views and technical details. Dual colour hibiscus bush in the park.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, botanical, flowering tree, Lingqu

PMR-D3675
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: the Ling Canal., near Guilin, was built in 214 BC, the world's first canal to link two river valleys (Yangtze and Pearl River) across the land contours. A park and museum provide views and technical details. Punt, used to show visitors around, with the weir in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, boat, Lingqu

PMR-D3674
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: the Ling Canal., near Guilin, was built in 214 BC, the world's first canal to link two river valleys (Yangtze and Pearl River) across the land contours. A park and museum provide views and technical details. Punts are used to show visitors round.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, boat, Lingqu

PMR-D3673
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: the Ling Canal., near Guilin, was built in 214 BC, the world's first canal to link two river valleys (Yangtze and Pearl River) across the land contours. A park and museum provide views and technical details. The original weir, to maintain the water level.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, Lingqu

PMR-D3671
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: the Ling Canal., near Guilin, was built in 214 BC, the world's first canal to link two river valleys (Yangtze and Pearl River) across the land contours. A park and museum provide views and technical details. Punt, on a leafy backwater in the park.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, boat, Lingqu

PMR-D3669
People's Republic of China, Guangxi Province: the Ling Canal., near Guilin, was built in 214 BC, the world's first canal to link two river valleys (Yangtze and Pearl River) across the land contours. A park and museum provide views and technical details.
One of a pair of horsemen guarding the entrance to the park.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, waterways, historic, UNESCO, Lingqu

PMR-D3668
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: pagoda near the entrance to Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, photogenic, culture, tourist attraction

PMR-D3667
People's Republic of China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen: a large ceramic dragon in the pond near the entrance to Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, the country's largest producer of fine china.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, photogenic, culture, tourist attraction, mythical beast

PMR-D3666
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: panoramic view of the village with every available square metre of land under cultivation.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture

PMR-D3665
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: panoramic view of the village with every available square metre of land under cultivation.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture

PMR-D3664
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: student from the art school at work.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture

PMR-D3663
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: student from the art school at work.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture

PMR-D3662
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: student from the art school at work.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture

PMR-D3661
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: students from the art school at work.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture

PMR-D3660
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: tray of drying red peppers.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture

PMR-D3659
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: amusing clay masks hanging over a shop window.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture

PMR-D3658
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Xidi was founded in 1047 by descendents of the last Tang emperor and still has many of its "Huizhou" style historic buildings: tableau celebrating a panda centenary near the entrance to the village.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic, architecture

PMR-D3657
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections in Moon Pond with orange Chinese lanterns in profusion.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3656
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: courtyard with gardens adjoining a traditional house.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3655
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: beautifully carved stone lights in a garden wall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3654
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections in the pond in the historic centre.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3653
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: typical street with channel for running water system.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3652
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: historic meeting hall with original furnishings.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3651
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: intricately carved and coloured wooden doors.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3650
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: intricate wooden carving showing scenes of everyday activities (closer view).
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3649
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: intricate wooden carving showing scenes of everyday activities.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3648
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: courtyard at thr rear of a meeting hall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3647
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: historic meeting hall.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3646
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections in Moon Pond with orange Chinese lanterns in profusion.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3645
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections in Moon Pond with orange Chinese lanterns in profusion.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3644
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: colourful seeds and spices on sale in the marketplace.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3643
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: the old schoolroom has been preserved.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3642
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections in Moon Pond with orange Chinese lanterns in profusion.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3641
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections of the bridge (which appears in the film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon") in Moon Pond.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3640
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections of the bridge (which appears in the film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon") in Moon Pond.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3639
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the village of Hongcun dates from the Song Dynasty and was founded by members of the Wang clan: reflections in Moon Pond with orange Chinese lanterns in profusion.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, tourist attraction, historic

PMR-D3638
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: ancient stone bridge of traditional form.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture

PMR-D3637
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: chrysanthemum flowers, grown for making tea.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, flora, botany, cultivation, blossom, tea flavour

PMR-D3636
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: harvesting chrysanthemum flowers near Huangshan to be dried and made into tea.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, flora, botany, cultivation, blossom, tea flavour

PMR-D3635
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3634
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3633
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3632
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3631
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3630
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3629
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3628
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3627
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3626
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3625
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Huangshan Pine (Pinus hwangshanensis) growing out of the rock face, probably centuries old.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction, tree, dendrology, flora

PMR-D3624
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3623
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3622
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3621
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3620
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Rock formation resembling one of the local monkeys, the Tibetan Macaques.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3619
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Huangshan Pine (Pinus hwangshanensis) reputed to be 400 years old.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction, dendrology, flora, tree

PMR-D3618
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: We We, Chinese guide in the Huangshan Mountains.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3617
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3616
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Local porters carry the provisions for the hotels up the stone steps.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3615
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3614
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Belvedere, with TV antenna mast and Brightness Top in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3613
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3612
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. In the distance is the Taiping Cablecar from Red Cloud Station.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3611
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Xihai Reservoir with the Chinese flag in the distance.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3610
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3609
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3608
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Huangshan Pine (Pinus hwangshanensis) in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3607
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Huangshan Pine (Pinus hwangshanensis) in the foreground.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3606
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: bonsai trees, part of a large collection in the walled garden.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage, miniature, dwarf

PMR-D3605
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3604
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3603
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3602
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. Xihai Reservoir with the Chinese flag in the distance.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3601
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3600
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3599
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3598
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3597
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3596
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. "Brightness Top" Meteorological Station (1840 metres) with TV antenna in the background.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3595
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3594
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3593
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3592
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture. A giant Chinese flag on the mountainside.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3591
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3590
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3589
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3588
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province: the breathtaking scenery provided by the Huangshan granite peaks ("Yellow Mountains") with their Huangshan Pine trees, has a unique beauty which generations of artists have tried to capture.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, photogenic, culture, UNESCO site, rock formations, landscape, tranquility, idyllic, fantastic, lush, geology, artistic, tourist attraction

PMR-D3587
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province, Tunxi (Huangshan Shi): anglers on the bank of the Xin'an Jiang River.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic, fishing, angling, hobbies

PMR-D3586
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province, Tunxi (Huangshan Shi): modern bridge over the Xin'an Jiang River in traditional style.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3585
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province, Tunxi (Huangshan Shi): modern bridge over the Xin'an Jiang River, with mountains in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3584
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province, Tunxi (Huangshan Shi): chinese lantern under a shop's name.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3583
People's Republic of China, Anhui Province, Tunxi (Huangshan Shi): carved wooden facade in the old quarter.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3582
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: early morning sun on the main street, Dongda Jie.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3581
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: childrens' attraction.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3580
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: historic corner shop with Wan Chang Gateway Pavilion behind.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

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

PMR-D3578
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: the pagoda, with reflections in the water.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3577
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: ancient residences, some in use as hotels and shops, on the main street, Dongda Jie.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3576
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: ancient residences, some in use as hotels, on the narrow main street, Dongda Jie.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3575
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: ancient wooden residences, some in use as hotels, on the main street, Dongda Jie.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3574
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: figure of the god "Guan" in the courtyard of a Buddhist temple.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, statue, sculpture, religion

PMR-D3573
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: riverside cafes, with pagoda in the background.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3572
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: sightseeing boat on the Xishi River, with a crop of mauve-flowered plants being harvested in the background.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic, colourful

PMR-D3571
Exotic butterfly in Jiangsu Province, China.
Keywords: Lepidoptera, imago, colourful, exotic, insect

PMR-D3570
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: tableau illustrating the stunted feet of a girl, victim of the former "foot binding" custom, in the local museum.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, superstition, tradition, barbaric

PMR-D3569
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: tableau illustrating the former "foot binding" custom to stunt the growth of the feet of adolescent girls, in the local museum.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, superstition, tradition, barbaric

PMR-D3568
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: fisherman with cormorants on the Xishi River.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3567
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: cormorants used for fishing on the Xishi River.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3566
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: fisherman with cormorants on the Xishi River.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3565
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: boats on the Xishi River with ancient wooden residences in the background.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3564
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: boats on the Xishi River on the outskirts of the village.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3563
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Wuzhen, a historic village with wooden buildings dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, made prosperous by its former silk trade: Xishi River, overlooked by a row of ancient residences.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, picturesque, national heritage, Venice of the East, ancient, photogenic

PMR-D3562
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: reflections of traditional pavilions in the lotus lake.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D3561
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: bonsai trees, part of a large collection in the walled garden.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage, miniature, dwarf

PMR-D3560
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: bonsai trees, part of a large collection in the walled garden.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage, miniature, dwarf

PMR-D3559
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: traditional belvedere pavilion.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D3558
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: belvedere pavilion overlooking lotus lake.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D3557
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: belvedere pavilion surrounded by lotus plants.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D3556
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: lotus-filled lake with pagoda in the background.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D3555
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: bridge over a stream.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D3554
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: colourful flowerbeds surround a pavilion.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D3553
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden of the Humble Administrator (Zhuozheng Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1509), the largest of the Suzhou gardens: lotus leaves reflected in a lake.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, horticulture, flora, dendrology, landscaping, picturesque, national heritage

PMR-D3552
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: a picturesque waterway, off the Kaiser Canal, decorated with orange lanterns.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, national heritage, bridges, Venice of the East

PMR-D3551
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: a picturesque waterway, off the Kaiser Canal, decorated with orange lanterns.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, national heritage, bridges, barges

PMR-D3550
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: a picturesque waterway, off the Kaiser Canal, decorated with orange lanterns.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, national heritage, bridges, barges

PMR-D3549
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: a picturesque waterway, off the Kaiser Canal, decorated with orange lanterns.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, national heritage, bridges, Venice of the East

PMR-D3548
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: a picturesque waterway, off the Kaiser Canal, decorated with orange lanterns.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, national heritage, bridges, Venice of the East

PMR-D3547
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: a picturesque waterway, off the Kaiser Canal, decorated with orange lanterns.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, culture, historic, national heritage, bridges, Venice of the East

PMR-D3546
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: sightseeing boat on the Kaiser Canal.
Keywords: Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, pleasure boat, tourism, waterway, motorboat, Venice of the East

PMR-D3545
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: restored city wall with statue of one of the builders of the Kaiser Canal.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, classical, defence, fortification, monument, sculpture

PMR-D3544
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: restored city wall with gateway to the canal quayside.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, classical, defence, fortification

PMR-D3543
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden to Linger In (Liu Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1593) by Xu Taishi: some of the bonsai trees in the walled garden.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, classical, UNESCO, miniature, horticulture, flora, dendrology

PMR-D3542
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden to Linger In (Liu Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1593) by Xu Taishi: a classical miniature rock garden with pool and bonsai trees.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, classical, UNESCO, miniature, horticulture, flora, dendrology

PMR-D3541
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden to Linger In (Liu Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1593) by Xu Taishi: a classical miniature rock garden with bonsai trees.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, classical, UNESCO, miniature, horticulture, flora, dendrology

PMR-D3540
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden to Linger In (Liu Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1593) by Xu Taishi: bonsai trees, part of a large collection in the walled garden.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, classical, UNESCO, miniature, horticulture, flora, dendrology

PMR-D3539
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden to Linger In (Liu Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1593) by Xu Taishi: a classical miniature rock garden with bonsai trees.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, classical, UNESCO, miniature, horticulture, flora, dendrology

PMR-D3538
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden to Linger In (Liu Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1593) by Xu Taishi: a bonsai tree, part of a large collection.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, classical, UNESCO, miniature, horticulture, flora, dendrology

PMR-D3537
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden to Linger In (Liu Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1593) by Xu Taishi: a bonsai tree, part of a large collection.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, classical, UNESCO, miniature, horticulture, flora, dendrology

PMR-D3536
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden to Linger In (Liu Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1593) by Xu Taishi: a striking circular sheet of marble with patterning resembling Huang Shan Mountains.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, classical, UNESCO, polished stone, minerals, Mineralogy, lithology

PMR-D3535
People's Republic of China, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou: Garden to Linger In (Liu Yuan), built in the Ming Dynasty (1593) by Xu Taishi: tea room with traditional furnishings.
Keywords: architecture, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, classical, UNESCO

PMR-D1158
Peoples' Republic of China, Shanghai: modern residential blocks.
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

PMR-D1147
People's Republic of China, Shanghai: allegorical statue based on the socialist painting "All the land is red", set off with colourful flower beds.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life, colourful, architecture, monument

PMR012K-07
Greece, Santorini: Large-flowered Thorn Apple (Datura metel) in full bloom.
Keywords: flowers, flora, botany, poisonous plants

PMR012K-06
Greece, Santorini: Seafood menu outside a restaurant.
Keywords: snack, amusing, spelling mistakes, humor, humour, mussels, muscles

PMR-D3348
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Stolpen: Rathaus (Town Hall) and Market Place with its colourful rose gardens.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, architecture, mediaeval, historic, colourful

PMR-D3534
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View from the Great Hall, with equestrian statues of Kaiser Friedrich I Barbarossa and Kaiser Wilhelm I der Große, and spires of the Market Church.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3533
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View from the Great Hall, of the equestrian statue of Kaiser Friedrich I Barbarossa with the twin spires of the Market Church in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3532
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. View from the terrace, with equestrian statues of Kaiser Friedrich I Barbarossa and Kaiser Wilhelm I der Große in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3531
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events. Droschke on the approach.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3530
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Kaiserpfalz, an 11th century Romanesque palace, extensively restored in the 19th century, contains fine wall paintings of German historical events.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3529
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: timber-framed houses, the nearest one with traditional slate cladding on the facade, in a street of cobblestones in the old quarter.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3528
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: narrow cobbled street, An der Gose, with terraces of timber-frames houses on both sides.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3527
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Peterstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3526
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Peterstrasse, with the tower of the Frankenberger Church in the background.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3525
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Peterstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3524
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Kettenstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3523
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Kettenstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3522
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Kettenstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3521
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: terrace of timber-framed houses in the Kettenstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3520
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: semi-detached timber-frame houses, one with ornate slate-cladding, a local tradition.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3519
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: timber-framed Hotel Goldener Stern in the Bäringerstrasse.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3518
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: colourfully decorated facade of a building in the old quarter with the date 1606.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3517
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: colourfully decorated timber-frame houses in the old quarter.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3516
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Gothic Rathaus (Town Hall) dates from 1450 and faces the Marktplatz with its five arcades. On the second floor are lavishly furnished council chambers.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3515
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Baroque figures of various emperors adorn the facade of the Kaiserworth (1494), originally the guildhouse of the tailors and cloth-traders.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3514
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: street-cafe in the Marktplatz with the arcades of the 15th century Rathaus (Town Hall) on the left.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3513
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: decorated facade of a timber-framed house, Markt 10.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3512
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: timber-framed building which was formerly the Registry Office, originally part of a monastery. To the right the remains of the Rosentor, one of the four orignal town gates.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3511
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: twin towers of Romanesque Market Church of St. Cosmos and St. Damien, completed in 1150 and later extended.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3510
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: the Schuhhof, the oldest square in Goslar, where the shoemakers had their shops and guildhouse.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3509
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: fountain, surmounted by a golden eagle with outstretched wings (the heraldic symbol of Goslar) in the centre of the Marktplatz.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3508
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: view of the Heilig Kreuzkirche (Church of the Holy Cross) from the tower of St. Andreas, at 114.35 metres, the highest in Lower Saxony.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3507
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: view of the Gothic church of St. Lamberti (1474) from the tower of St. Andreas, at 114.35 metres, the highest in Lower Saxony.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3506
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: view of the Marktplatz from the tower of St. Andreas, at 114.35 metres, the highest in Lower Saxony.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3505
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the fountain in the Marktplatz, surmounted by a watch-guard, is also a post-war reconstruction.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3504
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Rokokohaus (1757) with stucco-work facade sandwiched between the timber-framed Stadtschänke (1666) and the Wollenwebergildehaus (Wool-weavers' Guildhouse) (ca. 1600) on the Marktplatz. All rebuilt after wartime destruction.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3503
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Gothic Rathaus (Town Hall) in the Marktplatz, dating from 1268-90 but frequently modernised and extended.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3502
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St. Godehard (1133-1172), one of the few remaining Romanesque churches which has retained its original appearance.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3501
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Wernerscheshaus (1606), one of the best examples of timber-frame building which escaped war-damage.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3500
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the nave of St. Godehard (1133-1172), one of the few remaining Romanesque church interiors which has retained its original appearance.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3499
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: ornate facade of a timber-frame house dated 1548.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3498
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: timber-frame houses in Kesslerstrasse which largely escaped war-damage.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3497
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: memorial to the synagog on Lappenberg Hill which was burnt down on the night of 9/10th November 1938.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3496
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: timber-frame houses in Kesslerstrasse which largely escaped war-damage.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3495
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: timber-frame houses in Knollenstrasse which largely escaped war-damage.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3494
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Kehrwiederturm ("Return-again-tower"), dating from the 15th century, is the sole remaining tower of the original town's defences.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3493
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Kehrwiederturm ("Return-again-tower"), dating from the 15th century, is the sole remaining tower of the original town's defences.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3492
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: timber-frame houses in Kesslerstrasse which largely escaped war-damage.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3491
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: timber-frame houses in Kesslerstrasse which largely escaped war-damage.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3490
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: timber-frame houses in Kesslerstrasse which largely escaped war-damage.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3489
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Bible scene (Adam and Eve) on one of the twin bronze Bernward doors (1015), which were each cast in one piece.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3488
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Bible scene on one of the twin bronze Bernward doors (1015), which were each cast in one piece.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3487
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Bible scene on one of the twin bronze Bernward doors (1015), which were each cast in one piece.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3486
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. The twin bronze Bernward doors (1015), 4.72 m. high, were each cast in one piece.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3485
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Top of the bronze Column of Christ (1020) showing scenes from his life, after Trajan's Column in Rome.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3484
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. The nave, with the bronze font in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3483
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Legend says that the "1000-year Rose Bush" was the cause of the building of the first cathedral in 9th century .
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3482
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. Cloisters, with the "1000-year Rose Bush" on the left.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3481
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. Statue of the Virgin and Child (ca. 1260).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3480
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. Bronze christening font of Wilbernus, ca. 1225.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3479
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. View of the south transept and tower over the crossing.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3478
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war. View of the west tower and south chapel windows.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3477
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Romanesque Cathedral, dating back to 872, with extensions from the 11th, 12th and 14th centuries, contains bronze doors and column of Christ which are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Rebuilt after total destruction during the war.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3476
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. Eastern side of the ceiling frescos dating from the early 13th century and depicting Christ's family tree with Mary (top) as the "new Eve".
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3475
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. Western side of the ceiling frescos dating from the early 13th century and depicting Christ's family tree from Adam and Eve (bottom) onwards.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3474
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. 14th century grave cover of Bernward, 13th Bishop of Hildesheim, founder of the church, after receiving a splinter of the True Cross from Emperor Otto III on 15th January 993.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3473
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. Altar of St. Mary (1520) depicts her between St John the Evengelist & John the Baptist. In foreground 14th century grave cover of Bernward, 13th Bishop of Hildesheim, founder of the church.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3472
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. View of thje nave from the west. The renowned ceiling frescos depict Christ's family tree going back to Adam and Eve.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3471
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. View of the Romanesque galleries on the north side of the east transept.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3470
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3469
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: St Michael's Church, (Romanesque 1010-1033), rebuilt after war destruction, is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. Closer view of the west transept and towers.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3468
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Renaissance Oriel dating from 1591 on the 14th century Tempelhaus in the Marktplatz, completely reconstructed after war destruction.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3467
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Gothic Knochenhaueramtshaus with Renaissance decoration (1529) and the smaller Bäckeramtshaus (1825) nearer the camera, both in the Marktplatz which was totally destroyed in the war.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3466
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the 14th century Tempelhaus in the Marktplatz, with its Renaissance Oriel dating from 1591, completely reconstructed after war destruction.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3465
Germany, Lower Saxony, Hildesheim: the Wedekindhaus in the Marktplatz, dating from 1598, but completely rebuilt after war destruction.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster

PMR-D3464
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the Green Citadel designed by architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser and completed in 2005.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful

PMR-D3463
Germany, Saxony, Colditz: the castle (Schloss Colditz) seen from the town below. The site has been built on since the 11th century, but the present building was erected in 1577-91.
Keywords: historic, World War II, prison camps, NAZI Germany, architecture, culture, national heritage

PMR-D3462
Germany, Saxony, Colditz Castle: the outer courtyard, now used for hotel guest rooms and YHA hostel.
Keywords: historic, World War II, prison camps, NAZI Germany

PMR-D3461
Germany, Saxony, Colditz Castle: the former prisoners' courtyard, now part of the museum relating to prisoners of OFLAG IV-C.
Keywords: historic, World War II, prison camps, NAZI Germany

PMR-D3460
Germany, Saxony, Colditz Castle: reconstruction of one of the rooms of the officer-prisoners of OFLAG IV-C prison camp.
Keywords: historic, World War II, prison camps, NAZI Germany

PMR-D3459
Germany, Saxony, Colditz Castle: improvised escape tools used by prisoners of OFLAG IV-C bent on escaping before the end of the war.
Keywords: historic, World War II, prison camps, NAZI Germany

PMR-D3458
Germany, Saxony, Colditz Castle: improvised escape tools used by prisoners of OFLAG IV-C bent on escaping before the end of the war.
Keywords: historic, World War II, prison camps, NAZI Germany

PMR-D3457
Germany, Saxony, Colditz Castle: glider, built in an attic space by prisoners of OFLAG IV-C bent on escaping before the end of the war. However the war ended before it could be put to use.
Keywords: historic, World War II, prison camps, NAZI Germany

PMR-D3456
Germany, Saxony, Colditz Castle: one of the tunnels dug through the rock by prisoners of OFLAG IV-C bent on escaping before the end of the war.
Keywords: historic, World War II, prison camps, NAZI Germany

PMR-D3455
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: hiking in the Karwendel Mountains, with grazing cattle. The start of the "Lakaiensteig" path to the Soiernhaus Hut.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3454
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: waterfalls on Mount Soiern-Spitze (2259m.), seen from the Soiernhaus Hut (1616m.)
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3453
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: Martagon Lily (Lilium martagon) on Mount Soiern-Spitze (1616 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, picturesque, nature, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3452
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: rock formations on the flank of Mount Soiern-Spitze (2259m.), from the Soiernhaus Hut (1616m.)
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3451
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: Lake Soiernsee, from the Soiernhaus Hut (1616m.)
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3450
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Krün: Mount Soiern-Spitze (2259m.) with Lake Soiernsee at its foot, from the Soiernhaus Hut (1616m.)
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3449
Film director Jean-Jacques Annaud receiving the Cine Merit Award at the 33rd Munich Film Festival in the Carl-Orff-Saal of the Gasteig in Munich on 29th June 2015.
Keywords: Filmfest München, cinema, movie, cinematography, motion pictures, occasion, celebration

PMR-D3448
Film director Jean-Jacques Annaud receiving the Cine Merit Award at the 33rd Munich Film Festival in the Carl-Orff-Saal of the Gasteig in Munich on 29th June 2015.
Keywords: Filmfest München, cinema, movie, cinematography, motion pictures, occasion, celebration

PMR-D3447
Film director Jean-Jacques Annaud receiving the Cine Merit Award at the 33rd Munich Film Festival in the Carl-Orff-Saal of the Gasteig in Munich on 29th June 2015.
Keywords: Filmfest München, cinema, movie, cinematography, motion pictures, occasion, celebration

PMR-D3446
Flower of Trout Begonia (Begonia argenteo-guttata).
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D3445
Flower of Trout Begonia (Begonia argenteo-guttata).
Keywords: nature, exotic, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, botanical, botany, colourful

PMR-D3444
Germany, Lower Saxony, Goslar: Marketplace.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR-D3443
Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes).
Keywords: wildlife, fauna, wild animals, mammals, renard, vulpine

PMR-D3442
Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes).
Keywords: wildlife, fauna, wild animals, mammals, renard, vulpine

PMR-D3441
Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes).
Keywords: wildlife, fauna, wild animals, mammals, renard, vulpine

PMR-D3440
Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes).
Keywords: wildlife, fauna, wild animals, mammals, renard, vulpine

PMR-D3439
Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes).
Keywords: wildlife, fauna, wild animals, mammals, renard, vulpine

PMR-D3438
Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes).
Keywords: wildlife, fauna, wild animals, mammals, renard, vulpine

PMR-D3437
Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes).
Keywords: wildlife, fauna, wild animals, mammals, renard, vulpine

PMR-D3436
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the Rathaus (Town Hall) was built in Renaissance style in 1698 and replaced an earlier building, destroyed in the 30-years war. It occupies the south side of the market place.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR-D3435
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: figure of the knight "Roland" in front of the Town Hall.
Keywords: mediaeval, culture, historic, national heritage, statue, monument

PMR-D3434
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: bronze statue of Otto von Guericke (1802-86), scientist, inventor and politician, whose experiments with vacuums resulted in the famous "Magdeburg Hemispheres".
Keywords: culture, historic, national heritage, science, electrostatic repulsion, monument, memorial

PMR-D3433
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: Johanniskirche (St. John's Church) dates back to the 10th century, but has been destroyed four times and each time rebuilt. The church took on its present form in the late 17th century but was again destroyed by enemy action in 1944/5. Rebuilt in 1980s, the building is now used as a concert hall.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR-D3432
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the Magdeburger Reiter (Rider) (1240), the first equestrian statue north of the Alps.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, monument, horse-rider

PMR-D3431
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the Magdeburger Reiter (Rider) (1240), the first equestrian statue north of the Alps.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, monument, horse-rider

PMR-D3430
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: Romanesque Gothic nave of the Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen (Monastery of Our Lady), dating from 12-13th century. The monastery itself was founded by Augustinian monks in 1015.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving, vaulting

PMR-D3429
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: cloisters of the Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen (Monastery of Our Lady), dating from 1129-1200, showing the Romanesque column capitals in more detail.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3428
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: Romanesque cloisters of the Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen (Monastery of Our Lady), dating from 1129-1200, with the Tonsure Chapel protruding into the courtyard.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3427
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Two of the five "foolish virgins" (New Testament parable) in the Paradise Porch, dating from about 1250.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3426
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Figure of Emperor Otto the Great, dating from about 1310, high on the west facade.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3425
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. A horizontal, carved stone gargoyle of a kneeling man near the cloisters.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving, sculpture, water-spout

PMR-D3424
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. East wing of the Romanesque cloisters
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3423
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Gothic South Transept, with the "Tonsure Chapel" at its foot.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3422
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The high Gothic nave, looking east, with the porphyry font, which probably goes back to the Ottonian cathedral, in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3421
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The Miracle-working "black" Madonna and Child dating from about 1280, in the south aisle.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3420
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The five "foolish virgins" (New Testament parable) in the Paradise Porch, dating from about 1250.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3419
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The five "wise virgins" (New Testament parable) in the Paradise Porch, dating from about 1250.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3418
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Two of the five "wise virgins" (New Testament parable) in the Paradise Porch, dating from about 1250.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3417
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The Magdeburg Monument, carved by Ernst Barlach in 1929 for this site.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving, wood carving

PMR-D3416
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The last resting place of Emperor Otto I who died in 973, in the sanctuary.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3415
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Reclining bronze memorial to Archbishop Friedrich von Wettin who died in 1152, in the ambulatory.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3414
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Bronze memorial to Archbishop Wichmann von Seeburg who died in 1192, in the ambulatory.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3413
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Figure of St. Catherine, one of the cathedral's patrons, dating from about 1250.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3412
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Figure of "black" St. Maurice, one of the cathedral's patrons, dating from about 1250.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3411
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Carved oak misericords in the choir stalls, probably dating from the 14th century.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving, wood carving

PMR-D3410
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Noah's Ark and the flood, depicted on the pulpit.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3409
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Figures of Adam and Eve on the pulpit.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3408
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Figure of the Apostle Paul, supporting the pulpit.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3407
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. Statue of Empess Edith, wife of Otto I (?) in the west portal.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3406
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The magnificent Gothic west portal (echoes of Strasbourg?) surmounted by the figure of Emperor Otto I.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3405
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: modern buildings on the west side of the Domplatz, with fountains in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR-D3404
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was this cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. View across the Domplatz (Cathedral Square).
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3403
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: facade of the Baroque Landtag (1724, rebuilt after war damage), seat of government of Saxony-Anhalt, with its rich decoration.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR-D3402
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: view of the Baroque Landtag (1724), seat of government of Saxony-Anhalt, with fountains in the Domplatz.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR-D3401
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was the cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The east end of the choir, with ambulatory, apse and dwarf gallery, has a powerful effect.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3400
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the first Gothic building on German territory was this cathedral, which began as Romanesque in 1209. A fortification stood on the site already in 805. The towers were completed in 1520.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, stone carving

PMR-D3399
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: the west towers of the Romanesque Church of Our Lady, dating from the 11th century, currently undergoing restoration.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR-D3398
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: innovative modern apartment block near the Church of Our Lady, with modern bronze figures in the foreground.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, block of flats, unusual, striking

PMR-D3397
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: this part of the 11th-century Monastery of Our Lady is home to the Museum of Modern Art.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage

PMR-D3396
Germany, Saxony-Anhalt, Magdeburg: part of the Green Citadel designed by architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser and completed in 2005.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful

PMR-D3395
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: facades on theTröndlinring, with the Continental Reformed Church on the right.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, modern

PMR-D3394
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the Mendebrunnen (fountain) in Augustusplatz, dating from the 1880s, the only survivor from pre-war times. Behind, the rebuilt Augusteum and Paulinum, home of the university.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, modern, monument, obelisk

PMR-D3393
Germany, Saxony, Leipzig: the Mendebrunnen (fountain) in Augustusplatz, dating from the 1880s, the only survivor from pre-war times. Behind, the rebuilt Opera House.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, culture, historic, modern, monument, obelisk

PMR-D3392
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Gothic nave of the church of St. Afra, which was originally founded in the 11th century.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno, sacral, Catholic

PMR-D3391
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the carved wooden altar of the church of St. Afra, which was originally founded in the 11th century. The altar was carved in 1653 by Valentin Otte and painted by Johann Richter.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno, sacral, Catholic

PMR-D3390
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: cathedral towers, soaring over the rooftops of the lower town.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3389
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: cathedral towers, soaring over the rooftops of the lower town.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3388
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: Market Place, with Rathaus (Town Hall) and neo-Renaissance facade of the Hirschhaus.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3387
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: Schlossberg, with Amtsstufen (steps) up to the Domplatz (Cathedral Square).
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3386
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: Renaissance facades on the Market Place
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3385
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: cathedral towers, soaring over the rooftops of the lower town.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3384
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: cathedral towers, soaring over the rooftops of the lower town.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3383
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: pitched roofs of the mediaeval houses on the Burgstrasse from the top of a cathedral tower.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3382
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Albrechtsburg and Domplatz (Cathedral Square) from the top of a cathedral tower.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3381
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: view of the mediaeval streets of the lower town and the River Elbe from the top of a cathedral tower.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno, panorama

PMR-D3380
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: a ruminative stone figure as a gorgoyle looks down from a tower of the cathedral.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno, statue, stone-carving

PMR-D3379
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: an eagle as a gargoyle overlooks the River Elbe from a tower of the cathedral.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3378
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Albrechtsburg, former home of the House of Wettin, was built between 1472 and 1525 in Late Gothic style. It housed the famous porcelain factory from 1710 to 1865 but is now home to an extensive museum.
Here: the spiral staircase, adorning the facade, is regarded as a model of its kind.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3377
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: Gothic symmetry in the interior of the cathedral.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno, vaulting, nave, altar

PMR-D3376
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: view of the east bank of the River Elbe with the two bridges, from the tower of the cathedral.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3375
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Cathedral, begun in 1260 but much altered, is known for its pure Gothic style.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3374
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: view of the "Burgberg" with Albrechtsburg and Cathedral from the lower town.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3373
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: view of the "Burgberg" with Albrechtsburg and Cathedral from the River Elbe, with reflections in the water.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3372
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: view of the "Burgberg" with Albrechtsburg and Cathedral from the River Elbe.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3371
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Town Hall (Rathaus), a fine Late-Gothic building on the Market Place.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3370
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Schlossbrücke, Mitteltor (bridge and Middle Gate) was originally mediaeval but was rebuilt in 1875.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3369
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the former Bisop's Palace on the "Burgberg".
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno, Gothic

PMR-D3368
Germany, Saxony, Meissen, founded by King Henry I in 929: the Albrechtsburg, former home of the House of Wettin, was built between 1472 and 1525 in Late Gothic style. It housed the famous porcelain factory from 1710 to 1865 but is now home to an extensive museum.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, ancient, architecture, mediaeval, culture, tradition, Misnia, Misno

PMR-D3367
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Bad Schandau: the famous free-standing lift, built in 1904 on the inspiration of a local hotellier, offers a short-cut to the village of Ostrau. It provides fine views of the River Elbe.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

PMR-D3366
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Bad Schandau: the famous free-standing lift, built in 1904 on the inspiration of a local hotellier, offers a short-cut to the village of Ostrau. View along the Elbe Valley towards the Czech Republic.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

PMR-D3365
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Bad Schandau: the famous free-standing lift, built in 1904 on the inspiration of a local hotellier, offers a short-cut to the village of Ostrau. It provides fine views of the River Elbe.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

PMR-D3364
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Bad Schandau: the famous free-standing lift, built in 1904 on the inspiration of a local hotellier, offers a short-cut to the village of Ostrau. It provides fine views of the River Elbe.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

PMR-D3363
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Bad Schandau: the famous free-standing lift, built in 1904 on the inspiration of a local hotellier, offers a short-cut to the village of Ostrau. It provides fine views of the River Elbe.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

PMR-D3362
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Bad Schandau: the famous free-standing lift, built in 1904 on the inspiration of a local hotellier, offers a short-cut to the village of Ostrau. It provides fine views of the River Elbe.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

PMR-D3361
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the way up to the Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif, leads through a narrow canyon.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3360
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): "Barbarina", a much-photographed pinnacle on the Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Due to erosion it is no longer safe to climb.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3359
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): "Barbarina" (left), a much-photographed pinnacle on the Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Due to erosion it is no longer safe to climb.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3358
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): "Barbarina", a much-photographed pinnacle on the Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif. Due to erosion it is no longer safe to climb.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3357
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular formations on the Pfaffenstein, a sandstone rock massif.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3356
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): boulder-strewn path up to the Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3355
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): pinnacles on the Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3354
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): Pfaffenstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3353
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the impregnable Königstein Fortress (361 metres), seen from a harvested cornfield near the Pfaffenstein.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3352
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the impregnable Königstein Fortress (361 metres) towers over the surrounding landscape.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3351
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Stolpen: Rathaus (Town Hall) and Market Place with its colourful rose gardens.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, architecture, mediaeval, historic, colourful

PMR-D3350
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Stolpen: Market Place with historic inn "Zur alten Post" and colourful rose gardens.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, architecture, mediaeval, historic, colourful

PMR-D3349
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Stolpen: Market Place with its historic mediaeval milestone and inn "Zur alten Post".
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, architecture, mediaeval, historic, colourful

PMR-D3347
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a pleasure steamer on the River Elbe, seen from the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside, boat, cruiser

PMR-D3346
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a bluff on the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif, with view of the Wettin Obelisk and the surrounding countryside.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3345
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a bluff on the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif, with view of the Wettin Obelisk and the surrounding countryside.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3344
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a bluff on the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif, with view of the surrounding countryside.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3343
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a bluff on the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif, with view of the surrounding countryside.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3342
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Wettin Obelisk, erected in 1889, the work of local stonemason Dachser from Schandau, celebrates the 800th anniversary of the House of Wettin, and stands on the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside, monument, jubilee

PMR-D3341
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Wettin Obelisk, erected in 1889, the work of local stonemason Dachser from Schandau, celebrates the 800th anniversary of the House of Wettin, and stands on the Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside, monument, jubilee

PMR-D3340
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3339
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3338
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): Lilienstein, a spectacular sandstone rock massif.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, landscape, countryside

PMR-D3337
Germany, Saxony (die Oberlausitz), Zittau: Rathaus (Town Hall) in Rathausplatz, designed by Carl Friedrich Schinkel in 1840-45 in Italian palazzo style.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, architecture

PMR-D3336
Germany, Saxony (die Oberlausitz), Zittau: Rathaus (Town Hall) in Rathausplatz, designed by Carl Friedrich Schinkel in 1840-45 in Italian palazzo style.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, architecture

PMR-D3335
Germany, Saxony (die Oberlausitz), Zittau: tower of the Johanneum and handsome oriel on the corner of Bauzner Strasse.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, architecture, street scene

PMR-D3334
Germany, Saxony (die Oberlausitz), Zittau: part of the facade of the Johanniskirche (St. John's Church) from the markt.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, architecture, street scene

PMR-D3333
Germany, Saxony (die Oberlausitz), Zittau: ancient gravestones being used to form a wall around the churchyard of the Weberkirche.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, architecture, stone carving, burial, cemetery, memorials, in memoriam

PMR-D3332
Germany, Saxony (die Oberlausitz), Zittau: ancient gravestones being used to form a wall around the churchyard of the Weberkirche.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, historic, architecture, stone carving, burial, cemetery, memorials, in memoriam

PMR-D3331
Chaffinch (Fringilla Coelebs)..
Keywords: birds, ornithology, finches, passerines, aves, male plumage

PMR-D3330
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): model of the Königstein Fortress with the ca. 50 buildings within its walls.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3329
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the mighty Neues Zeughaus (New Armoury) (1816) through which a ramp leads from the entrance gate into the courtyard.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture, Baroque

PMR-D3328
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): outer and inner entrance gates (with ramp through the New Armoury Building) to the impregnable Königstein Fortress.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture, Baroque

PMR-D3327
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): erected by Elector Johann Georg I in 1621-2 the fortified Magdalenenburg in the Königstein Fortress provided living quarters for the court in the 2 upper storeys while the ground floor housed the provision store, below which was the wine cellar. On the right the clocktower (1901) with two bells.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3326
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Neues Zeughaus (New Armoury) (1816) within the walls of the impregnable Königstein Fortress.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3325
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a row of historic bronze cannons on the walls of Königstein Fortress, with the royal arms carved in stone on the corner.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3324
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): outer and inner entrance gates (with ramp) to the impregnable Königstein Fortress
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture, Baroque

PMR-D3323
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): a row of historic bronze cannons on the walls of Königstein Fortress.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3322
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Baroque Friedrichsburg on the walls of the Königstein Fortress enjoyed panoramic views. Originally built in 1589, it was converted to Baroque in 1731, with the lower storey used to store armaments and the upper storey as a barqueting room. View of the River Elbe towards Rathen.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture

PMR-D3321
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Baroque Friedrichsburg on the walls of the Königstein Fortress enjoyed panoramic views. Originally built in 1589, it was converted to Baroque in 1731, with the lower storey used to store armaments and the upper storey as a barqueting room.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture

PMR-D3320
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): view from the walls of the Königstein Fortress, 240 metres above the River Elbe, with one of the ornamental stone urns in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic, panorama, woods

PMR-D3319
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Baroque Friedrichsburg on the walls of the Königstein Fortress enjoyed panoramic views. Originally built in 1589, it was converted to Baroque in 1731, with the lower storey used to store armaments and the upper storey as a barqueting room. Cannon in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture

PMR-D3318
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the Baroque Friedrichsburg on the walls of the Königstein Fortress enjoyed panoramic views. Originally built in 1589, it was converted to Baroque in 1731, with the lower storey used to store armaments and the upper storey as a barqueting room.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic, architecture

PMR-D3317
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): one of the historic cannons on the walls of Königstein Fortress, with the Lilienstein massif on the horizon.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3316
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): steamship "Dresden", built in 1926, passing Königstein on the River Elbe, with the Lilienstein massif on the horizon.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, historic, paddle steamer, veteran, vintage, old-timer, countryside, panorama, landscape

PMR-D3315
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): steamship "Dresden", built in 1926, seen on the Elbe from Königstein Fortress.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, historic, paddle steamer, veteran, vintage, old-timer

PMR-D3314
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): River Elbe and Königstein from the precipitous fortress walls.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic, panorama

PMR-D3313
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): one of the historic cannons on the walls of Königstein Fortress.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3312
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): castellated walls of the Königstein Fortress with a view of the surrounding countryside.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3311
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): defence towers on the precipitous walls of the Königstein Fortress with a view of the surrounding countryside.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3310
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): some of the 50 buildings on the Königstein, enclosed within the fortress walls.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3309
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): defence tower on the Königstein Fortress with a view of the surrounding countryside.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3308
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): defence tower on the Königstein Fortress with a view of the surrounding countryside.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3307
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): the impregnable Königstein Fortress towering above the eponymous resort.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, defence, fortifications, historic

PMR-D3306
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations known as the"Wehlstein Aussicht (View)" as seen from the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape

PMR-D3305
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape

PMR-D3304
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape

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

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

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

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

PMR-D3299
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): figure of a "saintly friar" on a sandstone rock pinnacle near the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape

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

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

PMR-D3296
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape

PMR-D3295
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): view along the River Elbe towards Rathen, with sandstone rock formations, from the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape

PMR-D3294
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, nature, landscape

PMR-D3293
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): entrance to an almost impregnable mediaeval settlement in the Bastei, Neurathen, dating from the early 13th century to 1469.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, historical

PMR-D3292
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

PMR-D3291
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): two Elbe steamers passing near Rathen, seen from the Bastei cliffs.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, boat, river, cruise boat

PMR-D3290
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

PMR-D3289
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock formations overlooking the River Elbe as seen from the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

PMR-D3288
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock formations overlooking the River Elbe as seen from the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

PMR-D3287
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

PMR-D3286
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): spectacular sandstone rock outcrops and formations as seen from the Bastei.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion

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

PMR-D3284
Germany, Swiss Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz): Elbe steamer picking up passengers near Rathen, seen from the Bastei cliffs.
Keywords: picturesque, heritage, Swiss Saxony, sandstone, outcrops, rock formations, fantastic, geology, geological, faults , erosion, boat, river, cruise boat, jetty

PMR-D3283
Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. View of the Upper (Old) Castle and its rock foundation.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications

PMR-D3282
Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. View of the Upper Castle.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications

PMR-D3281
Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. Upper Courtyard with Keep in the background.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications

PMR-D3280
Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. Lower Gate and Bergfried (Keep).
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications

PMR-D3279
Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. View over the rooftops of the town, with church tower in the foreground.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications

PMR-D3278
Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. View of the Lower (New) Castle over the rooftops of the town.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications

PMR-D3277
Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. View of the Lower (New) Castle over the rooftops of the town.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications

PMR-D3276
Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels. View from the valley.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications

PMR-D3275
Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: view of the village with open-air cafe and timber-framed house.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Saxon Switzerland, half-timbered

PMR-D3274
Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: mediaeval houses, including a timber-framed example.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Saxon Switzerland, half-timbered

PMR-D3273
Germany, Saxony (Sächsische Schweiz), Hohnstein: Burg Hohnstein (Castle) dates back to the 12th century and has been held alternately by Bohemian and Saxon nobility whilst being constantly expanded. It now houses one of the largest youth hostels.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, Baroque, Saxon Switzerland, defence, fortifications

PMR-D3272
Germany, Saxony, Pirna: Am Markt, with the Renaissance-style Rathaus (Town Hall) originally dating back to 1485 and the belltower of St. Marien's Church behind. This was the view captured in one of Canaletto's paintings.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, clocktower, marketplace, art

PMR-D3271
Germany, Saxony, Pirna: street cafes in Dohnaische Strasse with the "Angel" Oriel on the right.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture

PMR-D3270
Germany, Saxony, Pirna: interior of the Gothic parish church, St Marien, built 1502-46, with the notable late-Renaissance altar of Pirna sandstone, work of the Schwenke Brothers. The roof vaulting displays much decoration.
Keywords: historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, vaulting, rib-vaulting

PMR-D3269
Germany, Saxony, Pirna: mediaeval stone relief (1579) showing the Bible scene of Jonah being thrown overboard.
Keywords: historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, carving, plaque

PMR-D3268
Germany, Saxony, Pirna: the town's arms on the clocktower of the Renaissance-style Rathaus (Town Hall) in the Market Place originally dating back to 1485.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, clocktower

PMR-D3267
Germany, Saxony, Pirna: Am Markt, with the Renaissance-style Rathaus (Town Hall) originally dating back to 1485.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, clocktower

PMR-D3266
Germany, Saxony, Pirna: Renaissance-style Rathaus (Town Hall) in the Market Place originally dates back to 1485.
Keywords: picturesque, historic, heritage, mediaeval, architecture, clocktower

PMR-D3265
Czech Republic, Cheb: the late Gothic Gabler House received its Rococo facade in the 18th century.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger

PMR-D3264
Czech Republic, Cheb: colourful Baroque facades on Svobody Street.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, colourful, Eger

PMR-D3263
Czech Republic, Cheb: King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square, with New Town Hall and clocktower and colourful merchants' houses.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger

PMR-D3262
Czech Republic, Cheb: late Gothic houses comprising the "Spalicek" Block in King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square, with the spires of St. Nicholas' Church behind.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger

PMR-D3261
Czech Republic, Cheb: late Gothic houses comprising the "Spalicek" Block from the west side, in King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger

PMR-D3260
Czech Republic, Cheb: King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square, with Hercules fountain and New Town Hall with clock tower.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger

PMR-D3259
Czech Republic, Cheb: the wooden bridge across the River Ohre, reflected in the calm waters.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, Eger

PMR-D3258
Czech Republic, Cheb: inside the walls of the castle which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Eger, sculpture

PMR-D3257
Czech Republic, Cheb: towers of St. Nicholas' Church, originally Romanesque style, but rebuilt many times, from the top of the Black Tower.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Eger, Gothic, panorama

PMR-D3256
Czech Republic, Cheb: view from the top of the Black Tower of the unique Chapel of St. Erhard and Ursula, part Romanesque, part Gothic, within the walls of the castle which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Eger, panorama

PMR-D3255
Czech Republic, Cheb: column-head in the Romanesque crypt of the Chapel of St. Erhard and Ursula in the castle, which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179. The second floor is Gothic in style.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Eger, vault, columns

PMR-D3254
Czech Republic, Cheb: Romanesque crypt of the Chapel of St. Erhard and Ursula in the castle, which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179. The second floor is Gothic in style.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, Eger, vault, columns

PMR-D3253
Czech Republic, Cheb: the Black Tower, rising above the walls of the castle which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179. Built of Black Basalt, the tower was fortified, with very thick walls and an entrance at first-floor level.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger, fortifications, buttresses

PMR-D3252
Czech Republic, Cheb: walls of the castle which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger, fortifications, buttresses

PMR-D3251
Czech Republic, Cheb: walls of the castle which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179, from the adjoining park.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger, fortifications, buttresses

PMR-D3250
Czech Republic, Cheb: the wooden bridge across the River Ohre, reflected in the calm waters.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger

PMR-D3249
Czech Republic, Cheb: walls of the castle which dates back to Emperor Frederick 1 Barbarossa in 1179.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger, fortifications, buttresses

PMR-D3248
Czech Republic, Cheb: late Gothic houses comprising the "Spalicek" Block in King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger

PMR-D3247
Czech Republic, Cheb: King Jiri (George)von Podebrady Square, with Hercules fountain and colourful merchants' houses.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger

PMR-D3246
Czech Republic, Cheb: King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square, with colourful merchants' houses.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger

PMR-D3245
Czech Republic, Cheb: King Jiri (George) von Podebrady Square, with Roland fountain and colourful merchants' houses.
Keywords: historic, architecture, heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, colourful, Eger

PMR-D3164
Yellow Camomile (Anthemis tinctoria).
Keywords: plants, ecology, nature, countryside, picturesque, botany, botanical, wild flowers

PMR-D3163
Lucerne (Medicago sativa).
Keywords: plants, ecology, nature, countryside, picturesque, botany, botanical, wild flowers

PMR-D3162
Lucerne (Medicago sativa) and Yellow Camomile (Anthemis tinctoria).
Keywords: plants, ecology, nature, countryside, picturesque, botany, botanical, wild flowers

PMR-D3161
Alpine Knapweed (Centaurea scabiosa) and Mountain Arnica (Arnica montana).
Keywords: plants, ecology, nature, countryside, picturesque, botany, botanical, wild flowers

PMR-D3157
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Lautersee, with the Karwendel Mountains in the background.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, lake

PMR200-05
Israel, Eilat: wind surfer on the crystal clear waters of Coral Beach with the mountains of Jordan on the opposite side of the Gulf of Eilat.
Keywords: colourful, water-sports, sailing, boarding

PMR135-04
Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: colourful hang-glider just after launching from the summit of Mount Patscherkofel (2247 metres), with a view along the Inn Valley and snow capped peaks.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, wintersports, snow, flying, sport

PMR135-03
Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: colourful hang-glider about to be launched from the summit of Mount Patscherkofel (2247 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, wintersports, snow, flying, sport

PMR135-02
Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck: a pair of skiers using the drag-lift to ascend Mount Patscherkofel (2247 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, wintersports, ski-ing, couple, snow

PMR133-12
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: yellow cablecar ascending Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres) with skiers.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, snow

PMR126-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: multicoloured hang-glider ready for launch from the summit of the Tegelberg.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, flying, sport, snow

PMR126-09
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schwangau: assembling hang-gliders near the summit of the Tegelberg, near Füssen, Allgäu, with ski-ers and sun-worshippers in the background.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range, flying, sport, snow, skiing, piste

PMR-D2949
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D3165
Mountain Arnica (Arnica montana) and Viper's Bugloss (Echium vulgare).
Keywords: plants, ecology, nature, countryside, picturesque, botany, botanical, wild flowers

PMR-D3160
Orchid flower on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D3159
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, picturesque, botany, botanical, plants, house plants, horticulture, flowering plants, beauty, delicate, fragrant, horticultural, exotic

PMR-D3158
Flowering cactus: Aylostera albiflora x heliasa.
Keywords: botanical, botany, house plants, flowers, colourful

PMR-D3156
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Aposeris foetida on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3155
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Aposeris foetida on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3154
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: masses of Common Kidney-Vetch (Anthyllis vulneraria) and Birdseye Primroses (Primula farinosa) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3153
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Trumpet Gentians (Gentiana acaulis) in the middle of Birdseye Primroses (Primula farinosa) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3152
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Birdseye Primroses (Primula farinosa) with Bird's Foot Trefoil (Lotus corniculatus) and Mountain Avens (Dryas octopetala) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3151
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Birdseye Primrose (Primula farinosa) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3150
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Trumpet Gentians (Gentiana acaulis) in the middle of Birdseye Primroses (Primula farinosa) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3149
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Trumpet Gentians (Gentiana acaulis) and Spring Gentians (Gentiana verna) with Birdseye Primrose (Primula farinosa) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3148
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Common Butterwort (Pinguicula vulgaris) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3147
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Hochblassen (2707 metres) and Alpspitze (2628 metres) in the Wetterstein Mountains from Hoher Kranzberg (1391metres).
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3146
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Oxlip (Primula elatior) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3145
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Buckler Mustard (Biscutella laevigata) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3144
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Mittenwald: Sword-leaved Helleborine (Cephalanthera longifolia) on Mount Kranzberg (1391 metres) in the Bavarian Alps.
Keywords: alpine, spring, pasture, mountain range, picturesque, countryside, nature, alpine scenery, wild flowers, botany, alpine flowers, colourful

PMR-D3143
Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: view to the south, with the new developments in Jomtien in the distance, from Yensabai Condotel. Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: view to the south, with the new developments in Jomtien in the distance, from Yensabai Condotel.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D3142
Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: view to the south-west, with the wooded hill on which Big Buddha is to be found, from Yensabai Condotel.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D3141
Thailand, Chonburi, Pattaya: view to the north-west, with Pattaya Bay, from Yensabai Condotel.
Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach

PMR-D3137
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: Malajog Beach.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, verdant, sandy shore, swimming, bathing, paddling, boats, palm trees, recreation, Filipinos

PMR-D3136
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: Malajog Beach.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, verdant, sandy shore, swimming, bathing, paddling, boats, palm trees, recreation, Filipinos

PMR-D3135
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: Malajog Beach.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, verdant, sandy shore, swimming, bathing, paddling, boats, palm trees, recreation, Filipinos

PMR-D3134
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: Turtle Island, Malajog Beach.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, verdant, leafy, lush, impenetrable

PMR-D3133
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: the rocky coast of Turtle Island, Malajog Beach.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, verdant, leafy, lush, impenetrable

PMR-D3132
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: the stony beach at Turtle Island, Malajog Beach.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, verdant, leafy, lush, impenetrable

PMR-D3131
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: the stony beach at Turtle Island, Malajog Beach.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, verdant, leafy, lush, impenetrable

PMR-D3130
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: luxuriant tropical forest and palm trees reflected in the glassy waters of the Malajog River.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, ecology, verdant, leafy, lush

PMR-D3129
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: luxuriant tropical forest and palm trees reflected in the glassy waters of the Malajog River.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, ecology, verdant, leafy, lush

PMR-D3128
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: an isolated, thatched dwelling with boat on the Malajog River.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, tropical forest, ecology

PMR-D3127
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: fishing boat with outriggers on the Malajog River.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, tropical forest, ecology

PMR-D3126
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: Malopalo Marble Park on the Malajog River is home to a number of caves, some of which have still to be explored.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, tropical forest, ecology, speleology, verdant, leafy, lush

PMR-D3125
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: a workshop for making bamboo furniture in Malopalo, where the wood-workers are concentrated.
Keywords: Samar Island, local industry, carpentry, rattan, artisans

PMR-D3124
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: a workshop for making bamboo furniture in Malopalo, where the wood-workers are concentrated.
Keywords: Samar Island, local industry, carpentry, rattan, artisans

PMR-D3123
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: production centre for "tinapa" (smoked fish), for which Calbayog is well known.

The fish have to be turned regularly during the smoking process.
Keywords: Samar Island, local industry, fish-smoking, kippers

PMR-D3122
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: production centre for "tinapa" (smoked fish), for which Calbayog is well known.

Only wood-shavings from a local tree produce the flavour required.
Keywords: Samar Island, local industry, fish-smoking, kippers

PMR-D3121
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: production centre for "tinapa" (smoked fish), for which Calbayog is well known.

The fish are smoked on covered metal trays over these fires.
Keywords: Samar Island, local industry, fish-smoking, kippers

PMR-D3120
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: production centre for "tinapa" (smoked fish), for which Calbayog is well known.

Fresh fish awaiting processing.
Keywords: Samar Island, local industry, fish-smoking, kippers

PMR-D3119
The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: stop-off for Blanca Aurora Falls, about 10 minutes' hike away. Typical houses.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, village life, palm trees, street scene, dwellings, colourful

PMR-D3118
The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: swimming in the emerald waters of the Blanca Aurora River, upstream from the falls.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, tropical forest, colourful, palm trees, cooling, bathing

PMR-D3117
The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: swimming in the emerald waters of the Blanca Aurora River, upstream from the falls.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, tropical forest, colourful, palm trees, cooling, bathing

PMR-D3116
The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: the picturesque Blanca Aurora River, upstream from the falls.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, tropical forest, shingle, flowing water, colourful

PMR-D3115
The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: Blanca Aurora Falls. Springing over the falls into the pool is one way of keeping cool.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, bathing, watersport, picturesque, rocks

PMR-D3114
The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: stop-off for Blanca Aurora Falls, about 10 minutes' hike away. The pueblo is decorated for its fiesta.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, village life, palm trees, street scene, bunting

PMR-D3113
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: the coast, with fishing boats and palm trees, south of Calbayog City. Neighbouring islands are visible on the horizon..
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, coast road, seascape

PMR-D3112
The Philippines, Samar Island: the new Biri Municipal Hall is reponsible for all the Biri islands.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, architecture, administration, headquarters

PMR-D3111
The Philippines, Samar Island: passenger-carrying boat with the usual outriggers, on the beach at Lavezares.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, watercraft, outriggers, jungle, tradition

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

PMR-D3109
The Philippines, Samar Island: fisherman in small boat with typical outriggers, not far from Lavezares.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, watercraft, outriggers, jungle, fishing

PMR-D3108
The Philippines, Samar Island: thatched dwelling houses on the shore, with boats moored or beached, not far from Lavezares.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, watercraft, outriggers, jungle, pueblo

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

PMR-D3106
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: swimming pool, with part of the poolside restaurant, of the Ciriaco Hotel.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, accommodation, bathing, relaxing, seascape, holidays

PMR-D3105
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: gardens, fountain and swimming pool of the Ciriaco Hotel.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, accommodation, bathing, relaxing, seascape, holidays

PMR-D3104
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: swimming pool of the Ciriaco Hotel.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, accommodation, bathing, relaxing, seascape, holidays

PMR-D3103
The Philippines, Samar Island: typical scenery on the Oquendo River in Western Samar with luxuriant vegetation.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, palm trees, tropical forest, verdant, leafy, lush

PMR-D3102
The Philippines, Samar Island: typical scenery on the Oquendo River in Western Samar with luxuriant vegetation.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, palm trees, tropical forest, verdant, leafy, lush

PMR-D3101
The Philippines, Samar Island: typical scenery on the Oquendo River in Western Samar with luxuriant vegetation. Boatman poling in shallows.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, palm trees, tropical forest

PMR-D3100
The Philippines, Samar Island, Barangay Longsob: thatched picnic tables near the entrance to Guinogo-an Cave.
Keywords: Samar Island, tropical forest, palm trees, recreation area, verdant, leafy, lush

PMR-D3099
The Philippines, Samar Island, Barangay Longsob, Guinogo-an Cave: the lower entrance/exit to the cave, with concrete retaining wall for the water.
Keywords: Samar Island, speleology, geology, natural tunnel, stream, limestone, rocks

PMR-D3098
The Philippines, Samar Island, Barangay Longsob, Guinogo-an Cave: the water is almost 2 metres deep in this section.
Keywords: Samar Island, speleology, geology, natural tunnel, stream, limestone, rocks

PMR-D3097
The Philippines, Samar Island, Barangay Longsob, Guinogo-an Cave: the water is almost 2 metres deep in this section.
Keywords: Samar Island, speleology, geology, natural tunnel, stream, limestone, rocks

PMR-D3096
The Philippines, Samar Island, Barangay Longsob, Guinogo-an Cave: hundreds of bats, hanging high up in the roof.
Keywords: Samar Island, speleology, geology, natural tunnel, stream, limestone, rocks, chiroptera, fauna, wild animals

PMR-D3095
The Philippines, Samar Island, Barangay Longsob, Guinogo-an Cave: stalactites with the stream below.
Keywords: Samar Island, speleology, geology, natural tunnel, stream, limestone, rocks

PMR-D3094
The Philippines, Samar Island, Barangay Longsob, Guinogo-an Cave: stalactites with the stream below.
Keywords: Samar Island, speleology, geology, natural tunnel, stream, limestone, rocks

PMR-D3093
The Philippines, Samar Island, Barangay Longsob, Guinogo-an Cave: stalactites, with the stream below.
Keywords: Samar Island, speleology, geology, natural tunnel, stream, limestone, rocks

PMR-D3092
The Philippines, Samar Island, Barangay Longsob, Guinogo-an Cave: stalactites.
Keywords: Samar Island, speleology, geology, natural tunnel, stream, limestone, rocks

PMR-D3091
The Philippines, Samar Island: typical scenery on the Oquendo River in Western Samar with luxuriant vegetation.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, palm trees, wooded hill, tropical forest, verdant, leafy, lush

PMR-D3090
The Philippines, Samar Island: typical scenery on the Oquendo River in Western Samar with luxuriant vegetation.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, palm trees, tropical forest, verdant, leafy, lush

PMR-D3089
The Philippines, Samar Island: boarding a boat on the Oquendo River to get to Barangay Longsob.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, touring boat

PMR-D3088
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: street map of the Philippines' 5th largest city.
Keywords: Samar Island, guide, street plan

PMR-D3087
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: street map of the Philippines' 5th largest city.
Keywords: Samar Island, guide, street plan

PMR-D3086
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: S & R Bed and Breakfast, Guest House, Maharlika Highway.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, accommodation, rooms, garden

PMR-D3085
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: S & R Bed and Breakfast, Guest House, Maharlika Highway.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, accommodation, rooms, garden

PMR-D3084
The Philippines, Samar Island, Pantayahan Barangay: a typical family home.
Keywords: Samar Island, dwelling, home, village life, rural

PMR-D3083
The Philippines, Samar Island, Pantayahan Barangay: joint of pork, roasted in the traditional way, decorated with local fruits.
Keywords: Samar Island, food, meat, delicious, tempting, culinary art, gourmet, enjoy

PMR-D3082
The Philippines, Samar Island: typical pueblo in the tropical forest of Pantayahan Barangay, Western Samar.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, palm trees, rain forest, luxuriant, vegetation, verdant, leafy, lush

PMR-D3081
The Philippines, Samar Island: typical riverine scenery in Western Samar with luxuriant vegetation.
Keywords: Samar Island, jungle, sunshine, palm trees, rain forest, wooded hill, verdant, leafy, lush

PMR-D3078
Bahrain, Muharraq: a newly renovated tradional burgher house now containing the Busaad Art Museum, based on the works of talented local artist, Ebrahim Busaad.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3077
Bahrain, Muharraq: a veteran minaret belonging to the adjacent mosque.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, architecture

PMR-D3076
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

Part of the open roof with entrance to a guest room.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3075
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

A handsome guest room on the roof, open to breezes on all sides.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3074
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

The main courtyard with entrances to living rooms, from the roof.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3073
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

Ornate inner entrance to one of the guest rooms on the roof.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3072
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

Ornate, arched entrance to one of the guest rooms on the roof.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3071
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

The top of the wind-tower on the roof, which directs cooling breezes into the room below.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3070
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

One of the larger, richly ornamented guest rooms.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3069
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

A richly-carved inner door.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3068
Bahrain, Manama: Sheikh Isa bin Sulman Causeway connecting Manama with Muharraq Island.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3067
Bahrain, Manama: one of the stained glass windows in the dome of the Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3066
Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers - interior, with chandelier, made in Austria, surrounded by numerous handblown glass lamps from France. In the dome are 12 Iranian stained glass windows. The carpet was made in Scotland.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3065
Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers - interior, with mihrab niche.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3064
Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers - interior, with chandelier, made in Austria, surrounded by numerous handblown glass lamps from France. The carpet was made in Scotland.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3063
Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers - the main courtyard, paved with marble.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3062
Bahrain, Manama: Bahrain National Theatre, which can accommodate over 1000 people: lobby - access to the balconies, of preformed plastics.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, artistic, curves

PMR-D3061
Bahrain, Manama: twin towers of Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH).
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3058
Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus).
Keywords: passerines, ornithology, bird-watching, wild birds, feeding-place, titmouse

PMR-D3057
Marsh Tit (Poecile palustris).
Keywords: passerines, ornithology, bird-watching, wild birds, feeding-place

PMR-D3056
Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus).
Keywords: passerines, ornithology, bird-watching, wild birds, feeding-place, titmouse

PMR-D3055
Bramblings (Fringilla montifringilla) with Tree Sparrow (Passer montanus).
Keywords: passerines, ornithology, bird-watching, wild birds, feeding-place, finches

PMR-D3054
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D3053
Orchid flower on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D3052
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D3051
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D3050
Orchid flowers on Phalaenopsis hybrid.
Keywords: nature, exotic, horticultural, fragrant, delicate, beauty, flowering plants, horticulture, house plants, plants, botanical, botany, picturesque

PMR-D3049
Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast.
Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological

PMR-D3048
Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast.
Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological

PMR-D3047
Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast.
Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological

PMR-D3046
Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast.
Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological

PMR-D3045
Yugoslavia: aerial view of ranges of sunlit snow-covered mountain peaks, enhanced by the shadow-filled valleys, on the Dalmatian coast.
Keywords: panorama, picturesque, scenic, awe-inspiring, dramatic, striking, imposing, geology, geological

PMR-D3044
Cyprus, Paphos: sunset.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, sky, clouds, seascape, colourful

PMR-D3043
Cyprus, Paphos: sunset.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, sky, clouds, seascape, colourful

PMR-D3042
Cyprus, Paphos: giant tortoise at Paphos Zoo.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, wild animals, herbivores

PMR-D3041
Cyprus, Paphos: Shetland Ponies at Paphos Zoo.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, equine, equus

PMR-D3040
Cyprus, Paphos: young kangaroo at Paphos Zoo.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, marsupial, wild animals

PMR-D3038
Cyprus, Limassol: a typical street in the old quarter.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, architecture, shops, picturesque

PMR-D3037
Cyprus, Limassol: pedestrian zone, part of the new marina development.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, architecture, shops, archway

PMR-D3036
Cyprus, Limassol: pedestrian zone, part of the new marina development.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, architecture, shops

PMR-D3035
Cyprus, Paphos: orange harvest.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, fruit, orchard, orange trees

PMR-D3034
Cyprus, Paphos: orange harvest.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, fruit, orchard, orange trees

PMR-D3033
Cyprus, Paphos: orange harvest.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, fruit, orchard, orange trees

PMR-D3032
Cyprus, Paphos: grounded coaster at Sea Caves, near Coral Bay.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, landscape, geology, shipwreck, ship, aground

PMR-D3031
Cyprus, Paphos: Sea Caves, near Coral Bay.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, landscape, geology

PMR-D3030
Collared Dove (Streptopelia decaocto).
Keywords: birds, ornithology, Columbidae, Aves

PMR-D3029
Cyprus, Paphos: Paphos Castle dates back to Byzantine times, but has been rebuilt several times, lastly by the Turks.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortifications, defence

PMR-D3028
Cyprus, Paphos: Paphos Castle dates back to Byzantine times, but has been rebuilt several times, lastly by the Turks.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, historic, landscape, fortifications, defence

PMR-D3026
Cyprus, Paphos: aerial view of Asprokremnos Dam and Reservoir.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, landscape, water storage

PMR-D3025
Cyprus, Paphos: aerial view of 33 wind turbines near the south coast.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, landscape, electricity, generators, propellers

PMR-D3024
Cyprus, Paphos: aerial view of Asprokremnos Dam and Reservoir.
Keywords: Mediterranean, island, holiday resort, Aphrodite's birthplace, picturesque, landscape, water storage

PMR-D3023
England, Devon, Staverton: view from the Sea Trout Inn.
Keywords: hotel, restaurant, country pub, good food, sea food, fish meals, picturesque, rural, cottages

PMR-D3022
England, Devon, Dartington: costumed musicians provide the tunes for the Morris Dancers.
Keywords: tradition, dancing, costumes, historic, colourful, music, instruments

PMR-D3021
England, Devon, Dartington: Morris Dancers.
Keywords: tradition, dancing, costumes, historic, colourful

PMR-D3020
England, Devon, Dartington: Morris Dancers.
Keywords: tradition, dancing, costumes, historic, colourful

PMR-D3019
England, Devon, Dartington: Morris Dancers.
Keywords: tradition, dancing, costumes, historic, colourful

PMR-D3018
England, Devon, Dartmouth: the Dart estuary, with part of the yacht marina.
Keywords: picturesque, scenery, river, boats, moorings, landscape, autumn

PMR-D3017
England, Devon, Dartmouth: the Dart estuary.
Keywords: picturesque, scenery, river, boats, moorings, landscape

PMR-D3016
England, Devon, Staverton: the Sea Trout Inn.
Keywords: hotel, restaurant, country pub, good food, sea food, fish meals

PMR-D3014
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view from the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), looking south towards the Austrian Alps, with the Mangfall Mountains in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3013
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view from the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), looking south, with the snow-covered Austrian Alps in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3012
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view from the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), looking north-east, with Mangfall mountains in the foreground.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3011
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view from the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), looking north towards Munich, with some of the antenna-aray.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3010
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view from the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with Biergarten and viewing platform.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3009
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: visitors admiring the view from the belvedere near the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3008
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: view from the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with Biergarten and viewing platform.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3007
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: hostelry near the summit of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3006
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with early snowfields.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3005
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with its BR radio transmission mast and early patches of snow.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3004
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: early snow in the autumn woods on Mount Wendelstein.
Keywords: alpine, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3003
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: chalet-style house with colourful display of geraniums, at the foot of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), with snowy alps in the distance.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, dwelling, home, desirable residence

PMR-D3002
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: chalet-style house with colourful display of geraniums, at the foot of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, dwelling, home, desirable residence

PMR-D3001
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: outskirts of the village and surrounding meadows, from the lower slopes of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres).
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D3000
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: cows grazing peacefully in a meadow at the foot of Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), seen through autumn foliage.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D2999
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bayerischzell: Mount Wendelstein (1838 metres), seen through autumn foliage.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range

PMR-D2998
Germany, Upper Bavaria: a pair of swans with cygnet.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, birds, ornithology, family, reflections

PMR-D2997
Germany, Upper Bavaria: a young kid enjoying the autumn sunshine.
Keywords: outdoor life, nature, countryside, goats, pets, young animals

PMR-D2996
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schiebum: the River Ammer here must flow through a metre-wide strait.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, ecology, biotope, geology, rocky, riverbed, narrows

PMR-D2995
Germany, Upper Bavaria: hiking in the woods near Kreuth.
Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, trekking, hiking, nature, countryside, picturesque, woods, dappled, sunlight

PMR-D2994
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schiebum: the unique Schleierfälle (Bridal-veil Waterfalls) in the Ammer Valley are under state protection: chalky water, falling over the rocks, is filtered by luxuriant mosses, with the resultant continual build-up of the rock face.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, ecology, biotope, geology, natural phenomenon

PMR-D2993
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schiebum: the unique Schleierfälle (Bridal-veil Waterfalls) in the Ammer Valley are under state protection: chalky water, falling over the rocks, is filtered by luxuriant mosses, with the resultant continual build-up of the rock face.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, ecology, biotope, geology, natural phenomenon

PMR-D2992
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schiebum: the unique Schleierfälle (Bridal-veil Waterfalls) in the Ammer Valley are under state protection: chalky water, falling over the rocks, is filtered by luxuriant mosses, with the resultant continual build-up of the rock face.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, ecology, biotope, geology, natural phenomenon

PMR-D2991
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schiebum: a secluded stretch of the River Ammer which here flows between steep banks.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, ecology, biotope, geology, forest, conifers, woods

PMR-D2990
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Schiebum: unique wall of luxuriant mosses in the Ammer Valley, fed by water seepage through porous limestone.
Keywords: nature, countryside, picturesque, ecology, biotope, geology

PMR-D2989
Netherlands, Volondam: some of the gabled facades housing souvenir shops and boutiques facing the harbour of this popular resort.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, colourful, port, photogenic

PMR-D2988
Netherlands, Volondam: private moorings stretch along the jetty of the harbour, backed by the picturesque gables of the promenade.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, colourful, port, boats, yachts, photogenic, reflections, resort

PMR-D2987
Netherlands, Volondam: larger yachts moored in the harbour near the centre of the town.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, colourful, port, boats, yachts, photogenic, reflections, resort

PMR-D2986
Netherlands, Volondam: private moorings stretch along the jetty of the harbour, backed by the picturesque gables of the promenade.
Keywords: architecture, culture, historic, national heritage, Holland, colourful, port, boats, yachts, photogenic, reflections, resort

PMR-D2985
Netherlands, Amsterdam, Zaandam: the pedestrian shopping precinct reflected in the water of the canal.
Keywords: architecture, metropolis, picturesque, culture, Holland, reflections, town-planning

PMR-D2984
Hors d'oeuvres: eye-catching arrangement of paprika, pineapple chunks and grapes.
Keywords: food, dining, starters, fruit, colourful, serving idea

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

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

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

PMR-D2980
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: the handsome altar screen in the Catholic Cathedral of St Peter and Paul.
Keywords: Samar Island, religion, gilding, ornamentation, decoration, sacred, holy

PMR-D2979
The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: Blanca Aurora Falls, a local Mecca for picnic outings in hot weather.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, swimming, watersports, bathing, adventure playground, cooling

PMR-D2978
The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: Blanca Aurora Falls, a local Mecca for picnic outings in hot weather.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, swimming, watersports, bathing, adventure playground, cooling

PMR-D2977
The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: Blanca Aurora Falls, a local Mecca for picnic outings in hot weather.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, swimming, watersports, bathing, adventure playground, cooling

PMR-D2976
The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: Blanca Aurora Falls, a local Mecca for picnic outings in hot weather.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, swimming, watersports, bathing, adventure playground, cooling

PMR-D2975
The Philippines, Samar Island, San Jorge: Blanca Aurora Falls, a local Mecca for picnic outings in hot weather.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, swimming, watersports, bathing, adventure playground, cooling

PMR-D2974
The Philippines, Samar Island, Malajog: Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Shrine, with 12 stations of the cross.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, Catholic, religion

PMR-D2973
The Philippines, Samar Island: Veriato Waterfalls, with natural swimming pool.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, geology, watersports, picturesque, bathing

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

PMR-D2971
The Philippines, Samar Island: statue of the Virgin Mary (?) in the sea near Lavezares.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, Catholic, monument

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

PMR-D2969
The Philippines, Samar Island: thatched wooden dwellings on the shore near Lavezares.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, homes, houses, settlement

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

PMR-D2967
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. One of the fantastically eroded rock formations: Mushroom Rock, reflected in a pool.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2966
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Marine eel or sea snake?
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2965
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. One of the fantastically eroded rock formations: Mushroom Rock.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2964
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2963
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks reflected in the colourful rock pools.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2962
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2961
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2960
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. The mangrove swamps have been extensively replanted and are now protected.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2959
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2958
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2957
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks with colourful rock pools.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2956
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2955
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rock formations.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2954
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Black-naped Tern (Sterna sumatrana).
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation, ornithology, sea birds

PMR-D2953
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks with colourful rock pools.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2952
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks with colourful rock pools.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2951
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks with colourful rock pools.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2950
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Some of the fantastically eroded rocks.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2948
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Eroded caves in the cliffs provide welcome shade from the sun.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2947
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Fantastic patterns of erosion on the rocks.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2946
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Colourful coral.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2945
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Marine worm with tentacles.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2944
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. Fantastically eroded cliffs on one of the islets.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2943
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. In these shallow, warm waters a multitude of marine animals thrive.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2942
The Philippines: Biri Island, off the north-west coast of Samar, is a marine protected reserve. In these shallow, warm waters a multitude of marine animals thrive.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, ecology, biotope, coral reef, marine life, marine animals, rock formations, erosion, fantastic, reservation

PMR-D2941
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: Calbayog City Hall.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, architecture, municipal office

PMR-D2940
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: buyers throng a newly-arrived fishing boat with a fresh catch of fish on the River Calbayog.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, watercraft, moorings, jetty

PMR-D2939
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: colourful wooden fishing boats with typical outriggers on the River Calbayog.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, watercraft, moorings, jetty

PMR-D2938
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: colourful wooden fishing boat with typical outriggers leaving its mooring on the River Calbayog.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, watercraft, moorings, jetty

PMR-D2937
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: colourful wooden fishing boats with typical outriggers on the River Calbayog.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, watercraft, moorings, jetty

PMR-D2936
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: colourful wooden fishing boats with typical outriggers on the River Calbayog.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, watercraft, moorings, jetty

PMR-D2935
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: a colourful confusion of fishing boats and freighters drawn up at the quayside on the Calbayog River.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, watercraft, jetty, port

PMR-D2934
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: Nijaga Street, Calbayog City.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, shops, shopping, tricycles, architecture

PMR-D2933
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: colourful waterside dwellings reflected in the Calbayog River.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, houses, homes

PMR-D2932
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: Catholic Cathedral of St Peter and Paul.
Keywords: Samar Island, nave, pews

PMR-D2931
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: Catholic Cathedral of St Peter and Paul.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, architecture, belltower

PMR-D2930
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: children cooling off in the water of the Calbayog River.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, swimming, bathing, splashing, fresh

PMR-D2929
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: colourful waterside dwellings on the Calbayog River.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, houses, homes

PMR-D2928
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: colourful waterside dwellings on the Calbayog River.
Keywords: Samar Island, sunshine, houses, homes

PMR-D2927
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: the catch of small fish is dried and salted to become "daing", a popular dish or flavouring.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, food, cuisine, seafood

PMR-D2926
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: the catch of small fish is dried and salted to become "daing", a popular dish or flavouring.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, jungle, sunshine, food, cuisine, seafood

PMR-D2925
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: wooden fishing boats with typical outriggers on the River Calbayog.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, watercraft

PMR-D2924
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: wooden fishing boats with typical outriggers on the River Calbayog.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, watercraft

PMR-D2923
The Philippines, Samar Island, Calbayog: wooden fishing boats with typical outriggers on the River Calbayog.
Keywords: Samar Island, colourful, sunshine, watercraft

PMR-D2922
Bahrain, Manama: Isa Cultural Centre on Al Fatih Highway.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2921
Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers, was opened in 1988.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, minarets, modern architecture

PMR-D2920
Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers, was opened in 1988.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, minarets, modern architecture

PMR-D2919
Bahrain, Manama: Andalus Gardens on Sheikh Isa Avenue.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2918
Bahrain, Manama: Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress - insect sculptures displayed near the fortress.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2917
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. The modern museum stands in the background.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2916
Bahrain, Manama: Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress - traditional shelters of date-palm leaves provide some respite from the sun inside the fortress.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2915
Bahrain, Manama: Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress - traditional layout for extracting liquid syrup from dates, using a system of drainage channels. The dates were heaped to the roof and the juice was pressed out by their own weight.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2914
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2913
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2912
Bahrain, Manama: the flag of Bahrain.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, heraldry

PMR-D2911
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Children on school visit.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2910
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arched doorways.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2909
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2908
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2907
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2906
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2905
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2904
Bahrain, Manama: the newly completed World Trade Centre has three propellers mounted between the towers.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2903
Bahrain, Manama: modern sculpture outside the Art Centre and Cultural Hall.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, bronze, figure

PMR-D2902
Bahrain, Manama: another "Pearl Monument" reflecting Bahrain's past source of wealth.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2901
Bahrain, Manama: the colourful minaret of the Friday Mosque, built in 1938
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2900
Bahrain, Manama: Bab al-Bahrain ("Gateway to Bahrain"), built by the British in 1945 and restored in 1986, is the heart of the old town.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2899
Bahrain, Manama: twin towers of Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH).
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2898
Bahrain, Manama: King Faisal Highway.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

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

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

PMR-D2895
Bahrain, Manama: "twisted" high-rise glass building under construction on reclaimed land of Bahrain Bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2894
Bahrain, Manama: twin towers of Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH).
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2893
Bahrain, Manama: twin towers of the World Trade Centre with older buildings on King Faisal Highway..
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2892
Bahrain, Manama: Zubara Avenue/Sheikh Isa Avenue, with new high-rise buildings under construction in the background.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, skyscrapers

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

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

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

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

PMR-D1687
Nepal, Dhulikhel: unrestored Newari architecture: finely carved window frames.
Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1686
Nepal, Dhulikhel: unrestored Newari architecture in the town centre.
Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1685
Nepal, Dhulikhel: traditional lion figure on a column in front of the Bhagwati Shiva Temple.
Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1684
Nepal, Dhulikhel: Bhagwati Shiva Temple.
Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1683
Nepal, Dhulikhel: unrestored historic housing.
Keywords: architecture, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1682
Nepal, Dhulikhel: Silk Oak (Grevillea robusta) with orange flowers.
Keywords: architecture, flora, flowering trees, trees, botanical, botany, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1681
Nepal, Dhulikhel: Silk Oak (Grevillea robusta) with orange flowers.
Keywords: architecture, flora, flowering trees, trees, botanical, botany, Hindu, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1680
Nepal, Dhulikhel: wash day at the local water pump (from Hotel Arniko). Nepal, Dhulikhel: washday at the local water pump.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1679
People's Republic of China, Tibet: first glimpse of the Himalayas from Kamba La (Pass)(4794m.)
Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1678
People's Republic of China, Tibet: the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra) Valley.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1677
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1676
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1675
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1674
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1673
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1672
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1671
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1670
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1669
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1668
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1667
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1666
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1665
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1664
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1663
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1662
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1661
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1660
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1659
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1658
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1657
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1656
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1655
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1654
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: a colourful presentation of Tibetan Folklore and Traditions.
Keywords: heritage, religion, colourful, Asian, picturesque, historical

PMR-D1653
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the kitchen of Drepung Monastery. At one time it catered to over 7000 monks.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains

PMR-D1652
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: original monks' quarters in Drepung Monastery.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains

PMR-D1651
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: rock paintings by the kora of Drepung Monastery, with the mantra "om mani padme hum" ("Hail to the jewell in the lotus") featuring prominently.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage

PMR-D1650
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace at twilight, with reflections in the lake.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1649
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Potala Palace at twilight, with reflections in the lake.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1648
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Kalsang Dekyil Palace, built in 1926 for the 13th Dalai Lama, in the Norbulingka.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains

PMR-D1647
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Chensek Podrang, the Summer Palace of the 13th Dalai Lama, in the Norbulingka.
Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1646
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Oriental Turtle Dove (Streptopelia orientalis) in the Norbulingka.
Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion, ornithology, birds, fauna, wildlife

PMR-D1645
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Common Tern (Sterna hirundo) in the Norbulingka.
Keywords: architecture, mountains, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion, ornithology, birds, fauna, wildlife

PMR-D1644
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: temple reflected in the lake of the eighth Dalai Lama in the Norbulingka.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains

PMR-D1643
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: temple reflected in the lake of the eighth Dalai Lama in the Norbulingka.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains

PMR-D1642
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: temple reflected in the lake of the eighth Dalai Lama in the Norbulingka.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains

PMR-D1641
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the New Summer Palace (Takten Migyu Potrang) of the 14th Dalai Lama, in the Norbulingka, with artistic flower displays.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1640
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the New Summer Palace (Takten Migyu Potrang) of the 14th Dalai Lama, in the Norbulingka, with artistic flower displays.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1639
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: the New Summer Palace (Takten Migyu Potrang) of the 14th Dalai Lama, in the Norbulingka, with artistic flower displays.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1638
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: royal viewing pavilion for open-air performances in the Norbulingka.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains

PMR-D1637
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: alleyway leading to the Norbulingka.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains

PMR-D1636
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: alleyway leading to the Norbulingka.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage, mountains

PMR-D1635
People's Republic of China. Tibet, Tsetang: mural of mandala-shaped Samye Monastery in Tsetang Hotel.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1634
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: a battery of sewing machine operators offer their services in the pedestrian zone.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1633
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: a street in the old quarter with the red-painted Tsetang Monastery in the background. Note the photo-voltaic street lighting.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1632
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: typical Tibetan houses in the old quarter with stocks of firewood on the roof.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage

PMR-D1631
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: young Tibetan girl.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1630
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: shy young Tibetan girls in the old quarter.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1629
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: young Tibetan girls on the way home from school.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1628
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: typical Tibetan houses in the old quarter with stocks of firewood on the roof.
Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage

PMR-D1627
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: livestock live on the streets or in back yards in the old quarter.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1626
People's Republic of China, Tibet, Tsetang: typical colourful doorway to a Tibetan house in the old quarter.
Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion

PMR-D1623
People's Republic of China, Shanghai Museum: Vase with Dragons and Sea Waves (Jingdezhen Ware, Qing Dynasty).
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life, colourful, architecture

PMR-D1622
People's Republic of China, Shanghai Museum: 100-deer Vase (Jingdezhen Ware, Qing Dynasty, Qianlong reign).
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, high-rise blocks, metropolis, municipality, Asian, Han, Middle Kingdom, night life, colourful, architecture

PMR-D1621
People's Republic of China, Shanghai Museum: carved wooden table and screen (Qing Dynasty).
Keywords: modern architecture, architecture, colourful, night life, Middle Kingdom, Han, Asian, municipality, metropolis, high-rise blocks, skyscrapers

Images 1-9,999 of 20,907 displayed. Show 9999, 29997, 1,000 or all per page.
Results: 1 2 3 Next >>