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PMR-D13231 Germany, Berlin, Schonefeld: D-FOAB PZL-Okecie 106A Kruk (c/n 48040) (2-seat conversion) at the Internationale Luftfahrt Ausstellung (ILA1998). Keywords: aeroplane, agricultural, air transport, aircraft, airplane, aviation
PMR006K-13 Germany, Berlin: Internationale Luftfahrt Ausstellung (International Air Show), Schönefeld Airport, Berlin, June 1998: D-FOAB PZL-106A Kruk (c/n 48040) (2-seat conversion of agricultural aircraft) from Polland. Keywords: aeroplane, aviation, airplane, airliner, aircraft

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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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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-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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
PMR285-09 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
PMR210-08 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
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
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-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-D1298 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Drepung Monastery, seat of the Dalai Lamas until the fifth moved to Potala Palace in 1649, and once home to 7000+ monks. The tombs of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Dalai Lamas are to be found in Drepung. The monastery extends up a steep hillside. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1297 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Drepung Monastery, seat of the Dalai Lamas until the fifth moved to Potala Palace in 1649, and once home to 7000+ monks. The tombs of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Dalai Lamas are to be found in Drepung. View of the monks' quarters. Keywords: architecture, religion, colourful, Asian, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, historical, heritage
PMR-D1295 People's Republic of China, Tibet, Lhasa: Drepung Monastery, seat of the Dalai Lamas until the fifth moved to Potala Palace in 1649, and once home to 7000+ monks. The tombs of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Dalai Lamas are to be found in Drepung. Keywords: architecture, heritage, historical, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, Asian, colourful, religion
PMR166-03 U.S.A., Utah, Bryce Canyon: silhouettes in the "Queen's Garden" group. The one on the left has received the name "Queen Victoria" due to its resemblance to the seated monarch. Keywords: spectacular, geology, ecology, fissure, erosion, strata, nature, picturesque, scenic, photogenic, heritage, pinnacles
PMR145-10 Bulgaria, Plovdiv: the fine Roman Theatre, built in the time of the Emperor Trajan (reigned 98 -117 AD). View of the "Orchestra" and the "Skene" (stage) and the 28 concentric rows of marble seats, now used for local presentations. Keywords: metropolis, architecture, heritage, culture, historic, picturesque, Ottoman, Trimontium, archeology, excavations
PMR131-12 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia: the Veste Coburg dates back to the 11th century and is one of Germany's largest castles, latterly the seat of the Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha. The bust of Martin Luther looks down disapprovingly on a modern wedding couple posing by a cannon. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic, fortress, defence, fortifications, architecture, marriage, bride
PMR131-11 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia: the Veste Coburg dates back to the 11th century and is one of Germany's largest castles, latterly the seat of the Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha. Chapel used by Martin Luther in 1530 (rebuilt in Gothic style in 1847). The end gable of the Ducal Residence Building (Furstenbau). Cannons on the battlements. Keywords: national heritage, picturesque, mediaeval, historic, fortress, defence, fortifications, architecture
PMR111-05 Egypt, Thebes: the Colossi of Memnon, seated figures of Amenophis III, each carved out of one sandstone block; all which now remains of the ancient temple of Amenophis. Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture
PMR109-08 Egypt, Thebes: photographing the Colossi of Memnon, seated statues of Amenophis III, 52 feet high, all that remains of the ancient Temple of Amenophis in Thebes. Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture, donkeys
PMR106-12 Egypt, Abu Simbel: Ramesses II built two temples (for himself and his wife) adjacent to each other. To escape the flood waters of the Aswan Dam, both were cut into square blocks and moved bodily about 500 metres to a safe position. The main temple, dedicated to Amun-Ra, had 4 seated colossi of Ramesses II, with a row of baboons above. These greet the morning sun which shines directly into the sanctuary, deep inside the rock. Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture
PMR106-10 Egypt, Abu Simbel: Ramesses II built two temples (for himself and his wife) adjacent to each other. To escape the flood waters of the Aswan Dam, both were cut into square blocks and moved bodily about 500 metres to a safe position. The two intact seated colossi of Ramesses II on the right of the entrance, each 65 feet high. Keywords: Egyptology, archeology, antiquity, historical, hieroglyphics, architecture, culture
PMR081-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Maximilianeum, seat of the Bavarian Parliament, built in 1857 by Friedrich Burklein, surmounted by the "Bavaria" figure Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, historic, facade
PMR081-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich: the Maximilianeum, seat of the Bavarian Parliament, built in 1857 by Friedrich Burklein, with the Maximilian Bridge over the River Isar Keywords: München, architecture, picturesque, historic, reflections
PMR-D2579 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Shams-Al Emarat (Edifice of the Sun), the mirror hall uses glass & gilding to great effect. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation, sumptuous, mosaic, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2578 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Shams-Al Emarat (Edifice of the Sun), filigree, colourful glass screens with floral motifs. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation, sumptuous, mosaic, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2577 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Shams-Al Emarat, The end of the opulently decorated hall with much use of mirror glass. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation, sumptuous, mosaic, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2576 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Shams-Al Emarat, part of the opulently decorated hall, with mirrored stained glass windows. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation, sumptuous, mosaic, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2575 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Shams-Al Emarat, showing the uniformed bandsmen lined up under the terrace, on tiles. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation, sumptuous, mosaic, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2574 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Shams-Al Emarat (Edifice of the Sun), built 1865-7 combined European influences (including height) with Persian architecture. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation, sumptuous, mosaic, faience, tiling, arabesques
PMR-D2573 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. A brilliant arched panel of colourful faience arabesques. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2572 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Entrance to Talar-e Ayaheh (Hall of Mirrors) which formerly housed the Peacock Throne. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2571 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Khalvat-e Karim Khani (Karim Khan Nook) dates from 1759. Exquisite faience work. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2570 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Khalvat-e Karim Khani (Karim Khan Nook) with marble tombstone of Nasser al-Din Shah. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2569 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Khalvat-e Karim Khani (Karim Khan Nook) with sumptuously decorated throne room. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2568 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. Marble Throne Verandah with the throne, carved from 65 pieces of yellow Yazd alabaster in 1806 for Fath Ali Shah Qajar. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2567 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. The Ivan-e Takht-e Marmar (Marble Throne Verandah) with carved alabaster throne. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2566 Iran, Teheran: Golestan Palace Complex has been the seat of the Shahs since Nasser al-Din (reigned 1848-96) developed a Safavid-era citadel. It consists of a number of buildings spaced around a rectangular park. Qajar and Pahlevi Shahs were crowned here. The Ivan-e Takht-e Marmar (Marble Throne Verandah) at the end of a refelecting pool. Keywords: Persia, Islam, Shi-ite, Muslim, mosque, religion, architecture, metropolis, capital city, luxury, pomp, ostentation
PMR-D2138 The Philippines, Manila: seated bronze statues of Philippine notables in Fort Santiago Park. Keywords: architecture, metropolis, capital city, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, Rizal
PMR-D1729 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Munich, State Museum of Egyptian Art: figures of seated priest, Neye, with his mother, Mutnofret (19th Dynasty, 1250 BC). Keywords: Egyptology, Muenchen, portraits, antiquity, married couple, history, statue, sculpture, archeology
PMR144K-04 Laos, Vientiane: Wat Ong Mahawihan ("Heavy Buddha") Temple, founded in 1566 by King Sai Setthathirat. A monk stands in front of a Buddha figure seated on the coils of a 7-headed naga. Keywords: Buddhist, temple, colourful, monument, national heritage, picturesque, architecture, religion, capital city
PMR689-05 Myanmar, Mandalay, Sagaing: Umin Thounzeh Paya, whose 30 caves in the hillside are fronted by this magnificent colonnaded crescent containing 45 seated Buddha figures. Keywords: Buddhist, Burma, religious, colourful, architecture, picturesque, temples
PMR476-10 Germany, Bavaria, Straubing: the former seat of Electoral Government; the Rococo decoration on the facade is the work of Effner and Gunetzrhainer. Keywords: historical, Rococo, Baroque, Renaissance, architecture, national heritage
PMR475-03 Spain, Catelonia, Barcelona, Montjuic, Jardins de Joan Maragall, part of the King's Residence, Palauet Albéniz: shaded walk with ornate seats, monopteros in the background. Keywords: national heritage, gardens, metropolis, picturesque, culture, park
PMR465-10 Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre. East front of the Orthodox Cathedral ( Mitropolia Moldovei), building of which began in 1833, with completion only in 1886, seat of the Metropolitan. Keywords: architecture, national heritage, historic, Orthodox, Christian, Neo-classical
PMR464-11 Romania, Moldavia, Iasi (pronounced "Yash"): the capital of Moldavia and of Romania from 1859-62, and third largest city of Romania, is a rich cultural centre. The enormous Orthodox Cathedral ( Mitropolia Moldovei), built between 1833 and 1886, seat of the Metropolitan. Keywords: architecture, Neo-classical, Christian, Orthodox
PMR507-02 Turkey, Istanbul: eating fried fish rolls whilst watching the ferries come and go is a favourite pastime at Eminönü. Keywords: bums on seats, well-fed Turks
PMR504-01 Cyprus (North), Salamis: tracing its origins back to the 12th century BC, Salamis was by far the most famous and important ancient city of Cyprus. It was settled early by people from Mycenae, as may be seen from the burial customs. Greeks, Romans and Byzantines came and went, leaving much of archeological interest. Around the 7th century AD the city was abandoned after a series of Arab attacks and the silting-up of the harbour. Here: the Roman amphitheatre dating from the reign of Augustus and seating about 15,000 persons. Keywords: archeology, ancient civilisation, Greek ruins, Roman ruins, Myceneans, Mycenean ruins
PMR448-09 Estonia, Tallinn: Toompea Palace, seat of the Estonian Parliament. Keywords: city, national heritage, historic, picturesque, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR447-11 Latvia, Riga: statue of the seated Jánis Rainis, national poet, with the domes of the Russian Orthodox Cathedral behind. Keywords: city, monument, sculpture, national heritage, historic, capital city, metropolis, architecture
PMR531-06 Iraq, Kalhu/Kalach (now known as "Nimrud"): refounded in 13th century BC on ancient foundations by the Assyrians, it became the seat of the royal house after Ashur: view of the ziggurat from the entrance to the north-west palace, with oblique view of the "Lamassu" guarding the door. Keywords: architecture, Kalach, Kalhu, natural heritage, archeology, archeological, historical, desert, ruined city, Mesopotamia
PMR531-05 Iraq, Kalhu/Kalach (now known as "Nimrud"): refounded in 13th century BC on ancient foundations by the Assyrians, it became the seat of the royal house after Ashur: one of a pair of remaining winged bulls with human heads ("Lamassu") guarding the entrance to the throne room of the north-west palace. Keywords: architecture, Mesopotamia, ruined city, desert, historical, archeological, archeology, natural heritage, Kalhu, Kalach
PMR127K-07 Germany, Berlin: the Neptune Fountain (1891) with the tower of the "Red Townhall", seat of the Bürgermeister of Berlin. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, Baroque, picturesque, capital city
PMR125K-01 Germany, Berlin: tower of th Red Townhall (1861-69) flying the Berlin flag. The seat of the Bürgermeister and the Berlin Senate. Keywords: East Germany, metropolis, national heritage, historic, architecture, picturesque, capital city
PMR122K-11 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. Flame of the Forest/Poinciana/Flamboyant tree (Delonix regia) in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-10 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: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR122K-09 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. With flowerbed in the foreground. Keywords: holiday resort, Siam, seaside, picturesque, temples, Buddhist, sunshine, night life, beach
PMR121K-34 Thailand, Pattaya: Wat Big Buddha - the gilded, seated, giant figure of Buddha. Keywords: holiday resort, beach, night life, sunshine, Buddhist, temples, picturesque, seaside, Siam
PMR118K-25 Jordan: Amman, built on the site of the Roman city of Philadelphia. The restored Roman Theatre, built about 150 AD, seats 6000 spectators. View from the Citadel. Amman was the Ammonite city of "Rabbath-Ammon" in the 13th century BC. Keywords: Muslim, Philadelphia, Roman architecture, architecture, metropolis, capital city, Islamic, Islam, ruins, archeological excavations
PMR118K-12 Jordan, Jerash: already settled in Neolithic times, Jerash was later occupied by Greeks and Romans, and the latter are responsible for most of the surviving architecture which dates from 64 BC. By the first/second century AD the town had a population of about 15-20,000 inhabitants and was known as "Gerasa". This picture: South Theatre with reconstructed stage, was built between 90-92 AD, and seats 3000+ spectators. Keywords: Roman architecture, ruined city, excavations, archeology, classical architecture, national heritage, Gerasa, Gilead Hills, archeological site
PMR118K-01 Jordan, Jerash: already settled in Neolithic times, Jerash was later occupied by Greeks and Romans, and the latter are responsible for most of the surviving architecture which dates from 64 BC. By the first/second century AD the town had a population of about 15-20,000 inhabitants and was known as "Gerasa". This picture: Roman legionnaires of the VI Legion lined up after performing in the Hippodrome, which originally seated 15,000 people and was built in the 2nd century AD. Keywords: Roman architecture, ruined city, excavations, archeology, classical architecture, national heritage, Gerasa, Gilead Hills, archeological site
PMR117K-36 Jordan, Jerash: already settled in Neolithic times, Jerash was later occupied by Greeks and Romans, and the latter are responsible for most of the surviving architecture which dates from 64 BC. By the first/second century AD the town had a population of about 15-20,000 inhabitants and was known as "Gerasa". This picture: Final line-up of the participants in the spectacle in the Hippodrome, which originally seated 15,000 people, and was built in the 2nd century AD. Keywords: Roman architecture, ruined city, excavations, archeology, classical architecture, national heritage, Gerasa, Gilead Hills, archeological site
PMR117K-35 Jordan, Jerash: already settled in Neolithic times, Jerash was later occupied by Greeks and Romans, and the latter are responsible for most of the surviving architecture which dates from 64 BC. By the first/second century AD the town had a population of about 15-20,000 inhabitants and was known as "Gerasa". This picture: Closer view of a chariot in the straight during a race in the Hippodrome, which originally seated 15,000 people, and was built in the 2nd century AD. Keywords: Roman architecture, ruined city, excavations, archeology, classical architecture, national heritage, Gerasa, Gilead Hills, archeological site
PMR117K-34 Jordan, Jerash: already settled in Neolithic times, Jerash was later occupied by Greeks and Romans, and the latter are responsible for most of the surviving architecture which dates from 64 BC. By the first/second century AD the town had a population of about 15-20,000 inhabitants and was known as "Gerasa". This picture: Three chariots thundering down the straight during a race in the Hippodrome, which originally seated 15,000 people, and was built in the 2nd century AD. Keywords: Roman architecture, ruined city, excavations, archeology, classical architecture, national heritage, Gerasa, Gilead Hills, archeological site
PMR117K-33 Jordan, Jerash: already settled in Neolithic times, Jerash was later occupied by Greeks and Romans, and the latter are responsible for most of the surviving architecture which dates from 64 BC. By the first/second century AD the town had a population of about 15-20,000 inhabitants and was known as "Gerasa". This picture: Three chariots taking the corner during a race in the Hippodrome, which originally seated 15,000 people, and was built in the 2nd century AD. Keywords: Roman architecture, archeological site, Gilead Hills, Gerasa, national heritage, classical architecture, archeology, excavations, ruined city
PMR098K-29 Paraguay, Asunción (full name: Nuestra Senora Santa Maria de la Asunción): "El Cabildo" , built in 1844, was the seat of the Executive until 1894 and then of the National Congress of Paraguay until 2003. It now houses the Cultural Centre of the Republic. Here reflected in the pool in Plaza de la Independencia. Keywords: capital city, architecture
PMR098K-25 Paraguay, Asunción (full name: Nuestra Senora Santa Maria de la Asunción): Palacio de los López ( the López Presidential Palace) in its well manicured grounds, is the seat of the Paraguayan Government. Keywords: capital city, architecture, neo-classical
PMR098K-24 Paraguay, Asunción (full name: Nuestra Senora Santa Maria de la Asunción): "El Cabildo" , built in 1844, was the seat of the Executive until 1894 and then of the National Congress of Paraguay until 2003. It now houses the Cultural Centre of the Republic. Keywords: capital city, architecture
PMR094K-31 Libya, Tripolitania: ruins of the ancient city of Sabratha, founded about 500 BC as a Phoenician trading post, later being Romanised after Carthage fell to the Romans in the Third Punic War in 146 BC. It reached its peak under the Emperor Septimius Severus in the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD, but was severely damaged in an earthquake in 365 AD. After the Arab conquest it lost all importance to Leptis Magna. Here: view of the theatre, with stage, orchestra pit, and seating (the first three rows reserved for VIPs). Keywords: Roman architecture, Punic architecture, Maghreb, archeology, archeological excavations
PMR092K-11 Macedonia, Bitola: the ruins of Heraclea Lyncestis, a Greek town probably founded by Philip II of Macedon in the 4th century BC as Lynkestis. During the Roman period it was an important town on the Via Egnatia. In the Byzantine period the town was an important episcopal centre, but was sacked by Ostrogoth/Visigoth forces led by Theodoric the Great in 472 and 479 AD. In the 6th century AD it fell to the Slavs after successive attacks. Here: the Roman amphitheatre, built by the Emperor Hadrian on a hill in the middle of the town, now restored with 20 rows of Prilep marble seats. Keywords: Byzantine, mosaics, archeological excavations, Byzantine ruins, Roman ruins, Greek ruins, Christian, historic, national heritage, Yugoslavia
PMR091K-02 Macedonia, Ohrid: 3rd century BC Greek amphitheatre with 13 rows of seats (rebuilt 2002) and a capacity of 5000 people. Keywords: national heritage, excavation, archeology, historic site, Greek architecture, Yugoslavia
PMR085K-36 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: The Wartburg Fortress, an indissoluble part of German history, dating back to the 12th century. Here the Minnesänger (troubadours) took part in the famous jousts, recalled in Wagner's opera Tannhäuser. Here Martin Luther studied before translating the New Testament. It was the seat of the dukes of Saxe-Eisenach until 1741 when it was ceded to the house of Saxe-Weimar. The castle is perched on a rocky spur overlooking the town of Eisenach. Here: the "Gadem", built in 1874-7, was formerly the royal stables but now houses a restaurant. View from the south tower. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historic castle, architecture, national heritage
PMR085K-35 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: The Wartburg Fortress, an indissoluble part of German history, dating back to the 12th century. Here the Minnesänger (troubadours) took part in the famous jousts, recalled in Wagner's opera Tannhäuser. Here Martin Luther studied before translating the New Testament. It was the seat of the dukes of Saxe-Eisenach until 1741 when it was ceded to the house of Saxe-Weimar. The castle is perched on a rocky spur overlooking the town of Eisenach. Here: end view of the 12th century "Palas" building, the oldest part of the Wartburg, with surrounding countryside. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, historic castle, mediaeval
PMR085K-34 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: The Wartburg Fortress, an indissoluble part of German history, dating back to the 12th century. Here the Minnesänger (troubadours) took part in the famous jousts, recalled in Wagner's opera Tannhäuser. Here Martin Luther studied before translating the New Testament. It was the seat of the dukes of Saxe-Eisenach until 1741 when it was ceded to the house of Saxe-Weimar. The castle is perched on a rocky spur overlooking the town of Eisenach. Here: view from the windows of the 12th century "Palas" (living quarters) wing of the castle. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, historic castle, mediaeval
PMR085K-33 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: The Wartburg Fortress, an indissoluble part of German history, dating back to the 12th century. Here the Minnesänger (troubadours) took part in the famous jousts, recalled in Wagner's opera Tannhäuser. Here Martin Luther studied before translating the New Testament. It was the seat of the dukes of Saxe-Eisenach until 1741 when it was ceded to the house of Saxe-Weimar. The castle is perched on a rocky spur overlooking the town of Eisenach. Here: a historic well with highly ornate cast iron yoke, in the outer courtyard. Keywords: picturesque, national heritage, architecture, historic castle, mediaeval
PMR085K-32 Germany, Thuringia, Eisenach: The Wartburg Fortress, an indissoluble part of German history, dating back to the 12th century. Here the Minnesänger (troubadours) took part in the famous jousts, recalled in Wagner's opera Tannhäuser. Here Martin Luther studied before translating the New Testament. It was the seat of the dukes of Saxe-Eisenach until 1741 when it was ceded to the house of Saxe-Weimar. The castle is perched on a rocky spur overlooking the town of Eisenach. Here: a historic well with highly ornate cast iron yoke, in the outer courtyard. Keywords: picturesque, mediaeval, historic castle, architecture, national heritage
PMR046K-20 Costa Rica, San Jose: Seated statue of Julio Asarco G. (?) with the Trianon behind, in Parque Morazan.
PMR020K-20 Austria, Tyrol, Hinterriss: Maple trees in autumn colours at "Ahorn Boden" in the Karwendel Mountains. Keywords: Alps, fall, seat in the sun
PMR016K-18 Iraq, Kalhu or Kalach (now known as "Nimrud"): refounded in the 13th century BC on ancient foundations by the Assyrians, became the seat of the royal house after Ashur. Entrance to a burial chamber discovered by Dr Mussachim, who was in charge of the excavations in Nimrud. Over 30 kilograms of gold ornaments have been recovered from this and similar tombs. Keywords: archeology, Mesopotamia, excavations
PMR016K-17 Iraq, Kalhu or Kalach (now known as "Nimrud"): refounded in the 13th century BC on ancient foundations by the Assyrians, became the seat of the royal house after Ashur. Details of the burial chambers being explained by Dr Mussachim, who was in charge of the excavations in Nimrud. Over 30 kilograms of gold ornaments have been recovered from this and similar tombs. Keywords: archeology, Mesopotamia, excavations
PMR016K-14 Iraq, Kalhu or Kalach (now known as "Nimrud"): refounded in the 13th century BC on ancient foundations by the Assyrians, became the seat of the royal house after Ashur. Entrance to a burial chamber discovered by Dr Mussachim, who was in charge of the excavations in Nimrud. Over 30 kilograms of gold ornaments have been recovered from this and similar tombs. Keywords: archeology, Mesopotamia, excavations
PMR016K-13 Iraq, Kalhu or Kalach (now known as "Nimrud"): refounded in the 13th century BC on ancient foundations by the Assyrians, became the seat of the royal house after Ashur. Wall decoration showing leaders of Assyrian fighting men, with an inscription describing their achievements. Keywords: archeology, Mesopotamia, excavations
PMR016K-12 Iraq, Kalhu or Kalach (now known as "Nimrud"): refounded in the 13th century BC on ancient foundations by the Assyrians, became the seat of the royal house after Ashur. Wall decoration from an inner room of the north-west palace, possibly a divine being. Keywords: archeology, excavations, Mesopotamia
PMR016K-11 Iraq, Kalhu or Kalach (now known as "Nimrud"): refounded in the 13th century BC on ancient foundations by the Assyrians, became the seat of the royal house after Ashur. Head of one of the winged bulls ("Lamassu"). Keywords: archeology, excavations, Mesopotamia
PMR071K-04 Turkey, Lycia, Arykanda: The ancient city of Arykanda or Arykandos which may date back to the 20th century BC, disappeared from the map of the known world after the Graeco-Roman inhabitants left, until rediscovered by Charles Fellows in 1838. Since then many Graeco-Roman remains have come to light. Situated on the side of a steep, rocky hill, Arykanda was easy to defend, and required no extensive fortifications. Here: view of the sports stadium from the east, showing the three seating terraces. Keywords: Greek ruins, Roman ruins, Graeco-Roman ruins, Graeco-Roman architecture, Lycians, archeology, excavations, towns of antiquity, Lycia
PMR071K-01 Turkey, Lycia, Arykanda: The ancient city of Arykanda or Arykandos which may date back to the 20th century BC, disappeared from the map of the known world after the Graeco-Roman inhabitants left, until rediscovered by Charles Fellows in 1838. Since then many Graeco-Roman remains have come to light. Situated on the side of a steep, rocky hill, Arykanda was easy to defend, and required no extensive fortifications. Here: the Graeco-Roman sports stadium with seating terraces on the left. Keywords: Greek ruins, towns of antiquity, excavations, archeology, Lycians, Graeco-Roman architecture, Graeco-Roman ruins, Roman ruins, Lycia
PMR070K-35 Turkey, Lycia, Arykanda: The ancient city of Arykanda or Arykandos which may date back to the 20th century BC, disappeared from the map of the known world after the Graeco-Roman inhabitants left, until rediscovered by Charles Fellows in 1838. Since then many Graeco-Roman remains have come to light. Situated on the side of a steep, rocky hill, Arykanda was easy to defend, and required no extensive fortifications. Here: the typically Greek, horseshoe-shaped amphitheatre with 20 rows of seats. It enjoys excellent acoustics and views of the landscape. Keywords: Greek ruins, Lycia, Roman ruins, Graeco-Roman ruins, Graeco-Roman architecture, Lycians, archeology, excavations, towns of antiquity
PMR070K-11 Turkey, Lacia, Kas: Antiphellos amphitheatre in Kas has just 25 well-preserved rows of seats but dates back to the first century BC. Keywords: Greek ruins, towns of antiquity, excavations, archeology, Lycians, Graeco-Roman architecture, Graeco-Roman ruins, Roman ruins, Lycia
PMR414-03 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Ellingen: main facade of the Residenz, seat of the Knights of the Teutonic Order for the Province of Southern Germany (Bailiwick of Franconia) for almost 500 years, until 1789. The present building dates mainly from the 18th century. Keywords: picturesque, historic, architecture, national heritage
PMR407-12 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Augsburg: a shady walk overlooking the Oblatter Wall, with autumn foliage on all sides and an inviting seat. Keywords: picturesque, landscape, autumn, fall, reflections, water, russet and gold
PMR402-10 Hungary, Budapest: pedestrian area and underpass, with random stone seats, and railway station south facade behind. Keywords: Magyar, architecture, Danube, cityscape, capital city, metropolis
PMR564-01 Australia, New South Wales, Sydney: Government House, built in Gothic style between 1837 and 1845, is the seat of the Governor of New South Wales. Keywords: architecture, neo-Gothic, Gothic revival
PMR561-05 Australia, Northern Territory, Darwin: Parliament House, seat of government of the Northern Territory. Keywords: tropical, democracy, assembly, convocation, MP, member of parliament, architecture, modern architecture
PMR686-09 Laos, Vientiane: gilded figure of Buddha seated on the coils of a seven-headed naga in Wat Ong Teu Mahawihan. Keywords: Buddhist, architecture, picturesque, national heritage, monument, colourful, temple
PMR672-09 Cambodia, Siem Reap: the Khmer temples were built as the Khmer civilization flowered, from the 8th to the 14th centuries AD in what is now Cambodia and Thailand. The architectural style closely resembles that of India at the same period, but Hindu gods are often joined, or even replaced, by figures of Buddha. Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picture: Ta Keo, built by King Jayavarman V in the late 10th to early 11th centuries, has five massive towers, the largest, central one representing Mount Meru, the centre of the world and seat of the gods. Keywords: historic, national heritage, picturesque, temples, Hindu, Buddhist, religion, architecture, Khmer, shrine
PMR667-03 Thailand, Khau Chi Chan: figure of Buddha, 108 metres high, sculpted on a rock to mark the 50th anniversary of King Bumipol Abdulyadej. The seated immage of Buddha subduing Mara is in the style of Sukhothai and Lanna. Keywords: Buddhist, Siam, picturesque, temples
PMR624-07 Turkey, Lycia, Arykanda: The ancient city of Arykanda or Arykandos which may date back to the 20th century BC, disappeared from the map of the known world after the Graeco-Roman inhabitants left, until rediscovered by Charles Fellows in 1838. Since then many Graeco-Roman remains have come to light. Situated on the side of a steep, rocky hill, Arykanda was easy to defend, and required no extensive fortifications. Here: tiered stone seating in the Odeon, the concert and meeting hall, showing the orchestra and rear of the facade. Keywords: Greek ruins, towns of antiquity, excavations, archeology, Lycians, Graeco-Roman architecture, Graeco-Roman ruins, Roman ruins
PMR622-07 Turkey, Lycia, Patara: Already settled in the 7th century BC, the ancient site of Patara became one of the leading Lycian cities under the Romans, thanks to its flourishing harbour. When the battle against the sand was finally lost and the harbour silted up about 800 years ago, the city was abandoned. In recent years significant Roman building works have been freed from the sand. Here: Partial view of the seating rows of the well preserved Roman amphitheatre. Keywords: Roman remains, Roman architecture, Graeco-Roman remains, archeological excavations, cities of antiquity
PMR613-06 Bulgaria, Plovdiv: The Roman amphitheatre from the second century AD is still used for open air filmshows and operatic performances. The stage and orchestra with a wonderful view over the city behind. Keywords: Roman remains, stone seating
PMR581-08 Russia, Moscow: The White House, seat of government of the Russian Federation, on the Moscow River.
PMR663-05 Jordan: Petra is a historical city dating back to about 500-600 BC, founded by the Nabataeans, whose capital it was. Lying in the Wadi Musa, many of its temples and tombs were carved out of the sandstone rock in gorges and in cliff faces, and some have been well preserved from erosion. The architecture shows evidence of Egyptian, and later, Graeco-Roman influence, but the Nabataeans had their own, distinctive style. The city in the desert thrived due to a well thought-out system of water control. Petra was designated a World Heritage Site on 6th December 1985. This picture: the Great Temple, built by the Nabataeans in the first century BC, showing the well-preserved seats of the theatron, at the heart of the building. Keywords: rose red city, geology, archeological site, Egyptian architecture, Greek architecture, Roman architecture, rock tombs, natural caves, Nabataean capital

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