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* The last post from my trip to Seville at least for a while . It is another shot from the Plaza de España that we saw on our first afternoon. We were equally impressed by the architecture but also by the wonderful warm temperatures . Two months later and I am still waiting for a little warmth its been a cool wet Spring this year
The Plaza de España is is a beautiful collection of buildings in the Parque de María Luisa in Seville. It was built in 1928 for the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929. The Plaza was, designed by Aníbal González, was a principal building built on the Maria Luisa Park's edge to showcase Spain's industry and technology exhibits. González combined a mix of 1920s Art Deco and Spanish Renaissance Revival, Spanish Baroque Revival and Neo-Mudéjar styles. The Plaza de España complex is a huge half-circle; the buildings are accessible by four bridges over the moat, which represent the ancient kingdoms of Spain. In the centre is the Vicente Traver fountain.
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It is the third highest mountain in Brazil, situated on the border of Espírito Santo and Minas Gerais states. It is the highest point in both states. It was historically considered the highest mountain in Brazil until 1965, when Pico da Neblina and Pico 31 de Março, next to the Venezuelan border, were explored, measured, and both found to be higher. The peak is said to have been so named after Pedro II, Emperor of Brazil, ordered a flag to be flown on top of it.
It is one of the major attractions of Caparaó National Park, accessible from the nearby town of Alto Caparaó. That town and the entrance to the park lie in Minas Gerais, but the summit of Pico da Bandeira lies in Espírito Santo.
The summit is accessible to hikers of most age groups, with only very limited fitness requirements. The track from the park entrance to the summit track [8 km (5.0 mi)] can be driven by most vehicles, and the summit track itself runs for approximately 9 km (5.6 mi), with a further 1,000 m (3,280 ft) climb.
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Our time:
4,5km = 2,79 miles
From 2,190 m (7,185 ft) to 2,892 m (9,488 ft)
Summit of the mountain.
2:08 am - 5:16 am
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The sequence of the highest mountains in Brazil:
#1: Pico da Neblina (2,993.80 m / 9,822 ft), Venezuela/Brazil;
#2: March 31 Peak (2,972.70 m / 9,816 ft), Venezuela/Brazil;
#3: Pico da Bandeira (2,892 m / 9,488 ft), Brazil;
#4: Pico do Calçado* (2,849 m / 9,347 ft), Brazil;
#6: Pico do Cristal (2,769.80 m / 9,084 ft), Brazil;
The difference from the third highest to the first is only 101.80 meters / 334 ft in altitude.
I climbed the third, fourth and sixth in Brazil this weekend. Only the sixth mountain is challenging.
* For reasons of topographical prominence, the IBGE considers Pico do Calçado a secondary peak of Pico da Bandeira and not a separate mountain.
The largest accessible cave in the western Harz offers interesting insights into animal and geological history. Thousands of years ago bears and wolves lived there. The cave in a forest area near the Herzberg district of Scharzfeld is a naturally formed cavity in 270 million year old Zechstein dolomite rock. The cave is the information center of the Harz Geopark and a natural and cultural monument.
Das dritte Bild der Serie über Lüneburg ist ein Bild vom Wasserturm und der Fluss Ilmenau. Der Wasserturm in der Mitte vom Bild kann über eine Treppe erreicht werden, um dort von Oben die Stadt Lüneburg zu fotografieren. Viel Spaß beim betrachten.
The third picture of the series about Lüneburg is a picture of the water tower and the river Ilmenau. The water tower in the middle of the picture can be reached via a staircase to photograph the city of Lüneburg from above. Have fun.
关于吕讷堡的系列的第三张照片是水塔和伊尔梅瑙河的照片。 图片中间的水塔可以通过楼梯到达，从上面拍摄Lüneburg市。 玩得开心。
الصورة الثالثة من سلسلة حول لونبورغ هي صورة لبرج الماء ونهر الميناو. يمكن الوصول إلى برج المياه في منتصف الصورة عبر درج لتصوير مدينة لونبورغ من الأعلى. إستمتع
La troisième image de la série sur Lunebourg est une image du château d'eau et de la rivière Ilmenau. Le château d'eau au centre de l'image est accessible par un escalier et permet de photographier la ville de Lunebourg d'en haut. Amusez vous bien
Третья картина в серии на Люнебург картина водонапорной башни и реки Ильменау. Водонапорная башня в середине картины может быть достигнута через лестницу, чтобы сфотографировать город Люнебург сверху. Веселись
Sorrento, perched picturesquely on a plateau above the sea with spectacular views over the Bay of Naples, has been a popular tourist destination for almost two centuries. Traditionally the town is one of the favourite resorts of British visitors to Italy, and over the last few decades it has ruled as Italy's leading package-holiday destination for English-speakers. The historic seaside town has learned to live with, and make the most of tourism, and in return it offers a classic 'Mediterranean summer holiday' atmosphere - but without losing all of its Italian character and charm. The key attraction of Sorrento is that it can offer a variety of holiday experiences to suit different visitors, from rural walks through lemon and olive groves to a choice of excursions by land or sea. Pompeii, Herculaneum and Naples are accessible in one direction, and the Amalfi Coast in another. Days out can include Roman ruins, low-key seaside resorts, traditional villages and breathtaking scenery. Being well-connected and easy to get to makes this a straightforward and practical holiday choice.
Potluck..Seen at Gibraltar point sailing club where a kind gentleman told me all the yachts would be lowered by crane into the river the following weekend...my timing is always off but never mind , this abandoned liite hulk will get its five minutes of fame instead lol....
Btw this was taken just a week or so ago, I noticed my Fuji x100v was bracketing exposure and iso..have no idea how I did that because I did not set it up to bracket.
I altered the settings to stop the bracketing and set to single shot. However it must have gone to default settings. I did notice and fully intended to remove the date to upload date but forgot 🤔
Located on the River Steeping at Gibraltar Point nature reserve, the last accessible part of the medieval port of Wainfleet Haven.
Being located at the entrance to the Wash, the club is ideal for exploring the nearby ports and harbours of the Norfolk coast as well as venturing further in, to the mystical Wash with its shifting sands and unique wildlife.
Apologies Nigel, also to anyone else who may have bothered to fave this shot before I had to move it to today. This shot seems to be entirely jinxed and dropped back 3 days lol..it is in its rightful place now..
The snowy scene on the mountains always is so beautiful to behold! This is one of my favorite mountains to visit in Colorado as it is very accessible and very beautiful. You can tell that summer is on its way but winter is stubborn to let go. The changing seasons in Colorado are very beautiful and special to witness.
Leider ist zu diesen Zeiten viel geschlossen, keine Schlösser waren geöffnet, und auch die meisten Wege durch die Parks waren nicht zugänglich. Aber so gab es diesen tollen Blick ohne Menschen auf das Schloss Belvedere.
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Unfortunately, at these times a lot is closed, no castles were open, and most of the paths through the parks were not accessible. But so there was this great view without people to the castle Belvedere.
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24-January-2022: the wilderness of the Dolomites of the left-Piave river, on the one hand limits accessibility somewhat, especially in winter, with routes almost all reserved for trained mountaineers, on the other it offers glimpses of sure visual impact, especially from the valley, which is at low altitude and where all these massifs rise with considerable prominence.
Their angularity and strong slope, with little or no vegetation and the dolomitic rock that distinguishes them already starting from the valley, further enhances them, although, precisely because of their morphology, they are not suitable for accumulating large quantities of snow.
De Zalmhaven, also referred to as Zalmhaven Toren, is a project that includes a 215m residential tower in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Other parts of the project are two buildings of 70m each. The project was approved by the city in February 2010.
The 215m high residential tower houses 295 apartments and a parking garage. The tower and a second office building are designed by Dam & Partner architects, with Claus en Kaan Architecten designing a residential unit it is one of the tallest residential towers in Europe and the tallest building in the Netherlands.
In September 2016, the Rotterdam city council approved the plan. After fifteen years of preparation, construction started on 25 October 2018. With Zalmhaven I, the Zalmhaven has a height of 215 meters. The building itself is 203 m and the mast takes up the last 12 m.
On December 15, 2020, the construction of Zalmhaven II and III reached the highest point. Zalmhaven I reached its highest point in September 2021 and the entire project is completed in 2022.
De Zalmhaven contains 452 apartments and penthouses, 33 townhouses, a parking garage, offices, commercial spaces and a restaurant. The townhouses have a private roof terrace and the apartments and penthouses all have one or more outdoor spaces. The basement accommodates a five-story parking garage with 456 spaces. An inner garden will be realized in the lobby. A roof garden will be realised on the parking garage that is only accessible to the residents of De Zalmhaven. The apartments and penthouses in De Zalmhaven II and III have their own entrance at Gedempte Zalmhaven, but residents also use the facilities in De Zalmhaven I.
The most accessible of all the dozen or so falls in the town of Real, Quezon. A river running through the rugged hills of the Sierra Madre is responsible for the numerous waterfalls in the area.
Barn Swallow The barn swallow's long, forked tail gives it that typical swallow look. Originally it built its nest on rocks or in caves, now it chooses farmyards with their 24 hours insect buffet.Its back and head are shiny blue-black, its belly cream-colored. But the best way to recognize the barn swallow is without a doubt its red-brown chin, throat and forehead. Barn swallows build their nests in accessible barns, stables and sheds. If you leave its nests intact, the migratory bird is guaranteed to return next year.
A village named Jagłowo fronts the Biebrza river. In the past, the village was accessible mainly by the river.
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One of many hidden gems of Gower - the beautiful Mewslade Bay which is only accessible at low tide. HTT!
Plan de la Besurta, La Ribagorza, Huesca, Aragón, España.
Ruta cuyo itinerario discurre en el entorno de las pistas de esquí nórdico de Llanos del Hospital en el Valle de Benasque. La ruta tiene su inicio en el Plan del Hospital atravesando en su recorrido bellos parajes como el Plan de Estan y el Plan de la Besurta para llegar finalmente hasta el espectacular Plan d´Aiguallut con magnificas vistas al pico Aneto. Se trata de recorrer una parte del conocido como Camino dels Aranesos que originalmente unía el Plan del Hospital con el Valle de Arán.
El recorrido se divide en tres tramos, un primer tramo muy corto y sencillo hasta el Plan de l'Estan, un segundo tramo tambien muy sencillo hasta la Besurta y un tramo final algo más exigente aunque accesible a cualquier senderista acostumbrado a la montaña hasta el Forau d´Aiguallut.
Route whose itinerary runs around the Nordic ski slopes of Llanos del Hospital in the Benasque Valley. The route begins in the Pllan del Hospital, passing through beautiful places such as the Plan de Estan and the Plan de la Besurta to finally reach the spectacular Plan d'Aiguallut with magnificent views of the Aneto peak. It involves walking through a part of what is known as the Camino dels Aranesos, which originally linked the Hospital Plan with the Aran Valley.
The route is divided into three sections, a first very short and easy section to Plan de l'Estan, a second section that is also very simple to Besurta and a final section that is somewhat more demanding although accessible to any hiker accustomed to the mountains until the Forau d'Aiguallut.
A stunning 314 (96 meter) waterfall that is easily accessible.
This is a composite of two photos. The tell is the difference between the water of the waterfall and the river.
Shot One is the waterfall and shot Two is the rest of the scene. With the wind blowing, all the longer waterfall shots caused the trees to sway and blur. Fortunately, I had the foresight to take both fast and longer exposures.
Taken in Woodstock, Vermont.
The town of Woodstock is a beautiful historic area in the Green Mountains of Windsor County and is easily accessible from the interstates. It is a destination boasting the only national park in Vermont, three covered bridges, fabulous restaurants, charming boutiques and shops, agricultural landscapes and numerous lodging establishments.
A storm settles in above Alaska's Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge.
One of the benefits of my trip to Alaska in the summer was to have a much longer autumn season, regarding foliage. This was taken on August 29th and the colors were already turning beautifully. A month earlier then when the fall foliage begins in WA. Nice!
"Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge is part of the world’s largest contiguous conservation unit, sharing a border with Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve and Kluane National Park in Canada. The Alaska Highway borders the refuge, providing unique opportunities to access the area.
Lying near the Canadian border, Tetlin is one of only two refuges in Alaska that are road accessible. It harbors a varied landscape, from rugged snowcapped peaks and glacially fed rivers to tundra, forest, and wetlands. The Refuge was established to conserve waterfowl, raptors and other migratory birds, furbearers, moose, and caribou—which lie in abundance within its borders.
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The Berber families would store their grain and other commodities in granaries such as this fortified structure. The units were ventilated and many had more than one compartment. Each was accessible by a set of very steep and narrow steps. At the back, towards the gate are two examples of the containers used to store commodities. When I visited two or three ground level units had been converted into rental accommodation.
Known as the "secret cave", this cave is not really a secret, but it is very difficult to get to on foot. Timing is key - it can only be accessed at low tide. There are also some tough climbs on the way, it's definitely not accessible on foot to everyone.
Sitting atop Mt Belford (14,203’) taking in the view with Missouri Mountain (14,074’) in the background is the reason I cannot wait each year for the high country to become accessible.
EN: ...at least for the locomotives of type Ge 6/6 II.
In recent months, 3 out of 7 locomotives have been withdrawn from service and some of them have already been stripped of their insides. The end of this characteristic locomotive type on the RhB is within reach and unstoppable. I hope they will still survive the year 2021, but I am not quite sure.
Therefore, I took the opportunity today at the Albula to photograph the midday freight train 5140 from Samedan to Landquart. This train carries a lot of food containers, which ensures a colorful freight. As a photo position, I chose exactly the same point of view, which I have already chosen once in autumn (flic.kr/p/2k6vTjT), which shows the change of the landscape in the few months impressively.
The position is only accessible with snowshoes and a power-sapping ascent in this season, but the picture was worth the effort, wasn't it?
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DE: Das Eis wird langsam dünn...mindestens mal für die Loks des Typs Ge 6/6 II.
In den letzten Monaten sind 3 von den 7 Loks abgestellt und teilweise schon ihren Innereien beraubt worden. Das Ende dieses prägenden Loktyps auf der RhB ist zum Greifen nahe und unaufhaltsam. Ich hoffe sie werden 2021 noch überleben, doch ganz sicher bin ich mir da nicht.
Deshalb nutzte ich heute die Gelegenheit am Albula den mittäglichen Güterzug 5140 von Samedan nach Landquart abzulichten. Dieser transportiert jeweils eine Menge Lebensmittelcontainer, was eine bunte Fracht quasi sicherstellt. Als Fotoposition wählte ich genau denselben Standpunkt, den ich im Herbst bereits einmal gewählt habe (flic.kr/p/2k6vTjT), was den Wandel der Landschaft in den wenigen Monaten eindrücklich aufzeigt.
Die Position ist in dieser Jahreszeit nur mit Schneeschuhen und einem kräfteraubenden Aufstieg erreichbar, doch das Bild war die Mühe wert, oder?
HBM!
"Humber Bay Park West is a narrow 1.2 mile park jutting out into the water of Lake Ontario in the City's west end. It's an excellent spot for bird watchers hoping to find interesting waterfowl and shorebirds. Along the shores of Humber Bay West, you'll also spot a wide variety of ducks overwintering in Lake Ontario. Combine your walkthrough Humber Bay Park West with a loop around Humber Bay Park East for a great day of hiking. A number of parking lots and paved pathways make this an accessible park.
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The Monongahela Incline is a funicular located near the Smithfield Street Bridge in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Built by John Endres in 1870, it is the oldest continuously operating funicular in the United States. It is also one of two surviving inclines (the other is the nearby Duquesne Incline) from the original 17 passenger-carrying inclines built in Pittsburgh starting in the late 19th century. Its lower station is across the street from the Station Square shopping complex, and is easily accessible from the light rail system at the Station Square station.
The grade is a very steep 35 degrees.
Perito Moreno is considered one of the most accessible glaciers in the world for a few reasons. Firstly, it is located in the Los Glaciares National Park, which is a popular tourist destination in Argentina. The park is easily accessible by car or bus from the nearby town of El Calafate. Secondly, the glacier is relatively close to the edge of the national park, which means that visitors can walk to the viewing platforms and get relatively close to the glacier without needing to take a long hike or climb. There are also several viewing platforms and walkways built around the glacier, which provide visitors with different perspectives of the glacier and its surroundings. Finally, the Los Glaciares National Park offers a variety of guided tours, such as boat tours, trekking tours, and ice hiking tours that allow visitors to explore the glacier in different ways. The Perito Moreno Glacier - Los Glaciares National Park, Santa Cruz Province, Patagonia, Argentina.
Huai Mae Khamin Waterfall (Namtok Huai Mae Khamin) is a major attraction in Sri Nakarin National Park. This seven-tiered waterfall is accessible by foot. It is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Thailand.
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Accessibility Description: A towering curtain of rain hangs suspended in the sky, glowing golden where the low sun strikes it. The rain appears to evaporate before reaching the ground, a phenomenon known as virga, while below, red rock mesas catch the last light of the day. Warm tones highlight the cliffs on the left, their rugged forms rising above a dense forest of green pines and junipers. The sky is filled with dramatic clouds, a mixture of gray, peach, and white, with glimpses of deep blue breaking through at the edges. The entire scene conveys both grandeur and transience, a fleeting desert storm dissolving into light above the enduring sandstone of Sedona.
Uploaded this for a game called "Guess the place" we play over at our Camel Committee Group so no description, geo tagging or anything.
If you want to know where this place is, revisit the photo after a couple of days when I'll reveal it.
EDIT: My friend Gabriel already found it, so I can reveal that it's the spectacular western shore of Lago di Garda in Italy looking towards Campione, which is accessible only via tunnels, or boats, a really lovely area!
This section along the shoreline south of Lost Villages Museum, Long Sault, Ontario. Open water on the St. Lawrence River that can be accessible for our canoe. Unfortunately snow falling the next 4 days making it difficult to paddle. Soon ice will form here too soon.
Below, where I scootered to view this. There is a long walk to the shoreline from Lost Villages, where my scooter is viewed below…
Deelerwoud, the south-eastern part (1230 hectares), which is in the possession of Natuurmonumenten is largely accessible to the public. The area is via a wildlife crossing over the (highway) A50 connected to the Veluwe National Park.
Deelerwoud, het zuidoostelijk deel, dat in bezit is van de Vereniging Natuurmonumenten van 1230 hectare. Dit zuidoostelijke deel is grotendeels voor het publiek toegankelijk. Het gebied wordt via een ecoduct over de A50 verbonden met het Nationaal Park Veluwezoom.
Lake Garda, Italy
There are countless jetties dotted all around Lake Garda... the only problem is, you need to be an Olympic Long Jumper or Pole Vaulter to access 99% of them. Most are either the property of the adjacent lakeside hotels or private residences. Just to make sure you are aware of this most are fenced off with padlocked gates and the few overzealous ones use a little barbed-wire to keep you off them. The long jump/pole vault option comes into effect for those jetties where the lakeside section has been removed to make them totally inaccessible.
This is the first jetty I found that I could actually walk onto without any restrictions but was a good half hour walk south of Malcesine town centre. Taken half an hour after my previous posting just as the sun was beginning to touch the mountain tops on the opposite side of the lake. Just to the left of the jetty can be seen the town of Limone Sul Garda and at the very top of the lake is Riva del Garda.
Accessible only on foot, boat or kayak, famous Cathedral Cove is one of the “must visit” sites on The Coromandel.
Cathedral Cove is arguably one of the most picturesque spots (and there are many) in The Coromandel
Watched National Geographic's "Into The Grand Canyon" (on disney plus) last night and was really taken with it. It’s about two journalists that walk the entire length of the canyon- not rim to rim, or floating down the river, but actually walking along the entire length of the landforms that make up the National Park. What they see is amazing- there are deeply remote spots in the canyon that are pure wilderness and don’t look like the rest of the canyon; they look more like Zion or even Antelope Canyon. The documentary also covers the story of the Navajo National fighting back against the proposed Escalade project that would build a tramway down from the rim to the confluence of the Colorado River. The CEO of the company said that his goal was to give everyone a “deep canyon experience” and to make it accessible. While I always crave accessibility for the National Parks… and while I always want to see as much as I can… this rubbed me the wrong way. Accessibility that robs the landscape of its purity and silence isn’t accessibility, it’s hubris. Sometimes, places are meant to be hard to get to. Everyone should be able to have an experience at the Grand Canyon but not at the expense of the canyon itself. That’ll probably mean that I never get to see the amazing vistas that this documentary showed me. And you know what? That’s fine. They’re protected. I know they’re out there. And protected. And that’s more important than me getting to see it.
SARDENYA 2024
La Piazza Civica (o Plaça del Pou Vell, en català) és el cor històric i social de la ciutat de L'Alguer (Alghero), a Sardenya. Aquesta plaça allargada i principalment de vianants es troba just darrere del mur de mar, accessible des de la Porta a Mare.
La seva arquitectura destaca per l'estil gòtic-català de l'època en què la ciutat va ser colonitzada per la Corona d'Aragó. La plaça està dominada pel solemne Palazzo d'Albis, un magnífic edifici medieval tardà on es va allotjar l'Emperador Carles V el 1541. Actualment, la Piazza Civica és un punt de trobada vibrant, ple de botigues d'artesania (especialment de coral vermell), restaurants i cafeteries, esdevenint un centre animat tant de dia com de nit.
This is a stitch of 4 images and is taken from the fishing village of Å (pronounced awe) . Å is at one end of the E10 European route that goes for 880km all the way to Luleå in Sweden on the Baltic. Most of the main islands on Lofoten are connected by the E10 road which goes through some long tunnels and over some high bridges to join the mainland near Narvik. There are two isolated islands further south Vaerøy and Røst that are not connected to the mainland by road but are accessible by ferry and air. Vaerøy has a helicopter service from Bodø and Røst an airport.
The area to the South and West of Å is not accessible other than on foot or boat and forms part of the Lofotodden National Park, which was only formed in 2018 and covers 99sqkm.
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So these mountains are in the National Park.
shot by KHWD
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🌿 The Sensory Garden at Jephson Gardens, Leamington Spa is a beautifully curated space designed to engage all five senses—sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell—making it a standout feature in this formal Victorian park.
🌸 What Makes It Special
- Taste Garden: Visitors can pick and enjoy seasonal fruits like raspberries and blackberries, adding a deliciously interactive element.
- Fragrant & Textured Planting: A variety of aromatic herbs and tactile foliage invite you to explore through scent and touch.
- Mirrored Archway: This playful structure reflects the surrounding greenery, creating a surreal and immersive visual experience.
- Xylophone Installation: A musical feature that encourages auditory exploration—yes, you can play it!
- Benches & Quiet Corners: Thoughtfully placed seating allows for peaceful reflection or simply soaking in the atmosphere.
- Insect Homes: These structures support pollinators and add an ecological layer to the garden’s design.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
- Special Award for Innovation (2015 & 2016): Honoured for its redesign and educational outreach, including projects with local schools like Project Sunflower.
- Bees' Needs Award (2016): Recognized nationally for its pollinator-friendly planting.
📍 Location & Accessibility
- Situated within Jephson Gardens, on Newbold Terrace, Leamington Spa CV32 4AA.
- Fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs, with disabled toilets and baby changing facilities nearby.
🌼 Why It’s Worth Visiting
Whether you're drawn to its ecological ethos, its artistic flair, or simply want a tranquil spot to unwind, the Sensory Garden offers a multi-layered experience that’s both playful and restorative. It’s especially lovely for families, nature lovers, and anyone seeking a moment of calm in the heart of town.
Here is a view down the accessible dock at the Buell Lake County Park, October 6, 2022. Disabled fisher persons have fishing stations that give them a good view of sunrise. Sometimes, the light can give the "ordinary" a crisp look, as what I thought was the case here. I thank Russ Burden's work on Outdoor Photography for giving me insight as to light and the ordinary. And, my friend Paul Sisul, for schooling us all on the composition of lines.
The heron(s) on this lake either let me get close on the kayak or fly away as soon as I get near. This one tolerated me for a few minutes and then flew away to a place that was not kayak accessible.
A bend in the Danube river, Upper Austria in autumn, the viewpoint is accessible by a 40 minute walking trail. Expensive parking that takes only coins below. At least the gasoline was cheaper than in Germany.
For the last 6 months or so I had been uploading photos chronologically, but from now on I will be mixing things up to add more variety to day to day uploads.
The red train to the Jungfraujoch . Canton of Bern, Switzerland. No. 1937.
"Jungfraujoch is a notable saddle[note 1] in the Bernese Alps, connecting the two four-thousander peaks Jungfrau[note 2][2][3] and Mönch, at an elevation of 3,466 metres (11,371 ft) above sea level. It is a glacier saddle, on the upper snows of the Aletsch Glacier, and part of the Jungfrau-Aletsch area, situated on the boundary between the cantons of Bern and Valais, halfway between Interlaken and Fiesch.
Since 1912, the Jungfraujoch has been accessible to tourists by the Jungfrau line, a railway from Interlaken and Kleine Scheidegg, running partly underground through a tunnel through the Eiger and Mönch. The Jungfraujoch railway station, at an elevation of 3,454 metres (11,332 ft) is the highest in Europe. It lies east of the saddle, below the Sphinx station, and is connected to the Top of Europe building, which includes several panoramic restaurants and a post office. Several tunnels lead outside, where secured hiking trails on the crevassed glacier can be followed, in particular to the Mönchsjoch Hut.
The Sphinx Observatory, one of the highest astronomical observatories in the world, provides an additional viewing platform at a height of 3,572 metres (11,719 ft). It can be reached by an elevator from the Jungfraujoch. The observatory houses one of the Global Atmosphere Watch's atmospheric research stations. The Jungfraujoch radio relay station, which is not accessible to the public, is installed west of the Jungfraujoch, on the Jungfrau ridge. It is Europe's highest radio relay station."
Jungfraujoch is a notable saddle[note 1] in the Bernese Alps, connecting the two four-thousander peaks Jungfrau[note 2][2][3] and Mönch, at an elevation of 3,466 metres (11,371 ft) above sea level. It is a glacier saddle, on the upper snows of the Aletsch Glacier, and part of the Jungfrau-Aletsch area, situated on the boundary between the cantons of Bern and Valais, halfway between Interlaken and Fiesch.
Since 1912, the Jungfraujoch has been accessible to tourists by the Jungfrau line, a railway from Interlaken and Kleine Scheidegg, running partly underground through a tunnel through the Eiger and Mönch. The Jungfraujoch railway station, at an elevation of 3,454 metres (11,332 ft) is the highest in Europe. It lies east of the saddle, below the Sphinx station, and is connected to the Top of Europe building, which includes several panoramic restaurants and a post office. Several tunnels lead outside, where secured hiking trails on the crevassed glacier can be followed, in particular to the Mönchsjoch Hut.
The Sphinx Observatory, one of the highest astronomical observatories in the world, provides an additional viewing platform at a height of 3,572 metres (11,719 ft). It can be reached by an elevator from the Jungfraujoch. The observatory houses one of the Global Atmosphere Watch's atmospheric research stations. The Jungfraujoch radio relay station, which is not accessible to the public, is installed west of the Jungfraujoch, on the Jungfrau ridge. It is Europe's highest radio relay station.
"Le Jungfraujoch est un col entre le Mönch et la Jungfrau dans les Alpes bernoises sur la frontière entre les cantons de Berne et du Valais. C'est le point le plus bas sur l'arête entre le Mönch et la Jungfrau, à 3 471 mètres d'altitude. Il est souvent appelé le « toit de l'Europe » dans les guides touristiques et comprend la station de chemin de fer la plus haute d'Europe.
La première traversée a été faite en juillet 1862 par Leslie Stephen, F. J. Hardy, H. B. George, MM. Liveing, Moore, et Morgan, avec les guides Christian Almer, Christian et Peter Michel, Ulrich Kaufmann, P. Baumann et C. Bohren.
Jungfraujoch (3.471 m s.l.m.) è un passo situato fra le montagne Mönch e Jungfrau nelle Alpi bernesi in Svizzera, al confine fra i cantoni di Berna e Vallese. Questa zona ospita il Ghiacciaio dell'Aletsch, considerato il più lungo d'Europa, e varie strutture che detengono altrettanti primati europei."
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Around Lukavac, there are some coal mines that still operate steam locomotives. However, the mine networks are on private land and thus not accessible without permission from the mining company. So I went to the ŽFBH station instead, knowing that you'd have to be extremely lucky for the steam locos to venture over there to swap out wagons. I wasn't that lucky, but at least the idea was that there should also be one or two freight trains passing in the three hours or so that I spent here. That, too, didn't happen: all I got was a little shunter, number 732-127, from the local coking factory (the chimneys are visible on the left) picking up a rake of wagons at the station. The shunter is not actually owned by ŽFBH but by the coking factory. Lukavac, 23-07-2025.
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The Schlossberg (German: Schloßberg, lit. 'Castle Mountain') is a tree-clad hill and the site of a fortress in the centre of the city of Graz, Austria. The hill, at 473 metres (1,552 ft) above sea level, is now a public park and affords extensive views of the city. It is the site of several entertainment venues, cafés, and restaurants, and is managed by Holding Graz, the city-owned utility company.
The fortification of the Schlossberg goes back to at least the 10th century. In the mid-16th century, a 400 m (1,300 ft) long fortress was constructed by architects from the north of Italy. There are records of a cable-hauled lift being in use between 1528 and 1595 to move construction materials for the fortifications. The castle was never conquered, but it was largely demolished by Napoleonic forces under the Treaty of Schönbrunn of 1809. The clock tower (the Uhrturm) and bell tower (the Glockenturm) were spared after the people of Graz paid a ransom for their preservation.
The remains of the castle were turned into a public park by Ludwig von Welden in 1839. The park contains the Uhrturm, the Glockenturm, a cistern (the Türkenbrunnen) and two bastions from the old castle. The Uhrturm is a recognisable icon for the city, and is unusual in that the clock's hands have opposite roles to the common notion, with the larger one marking hours while the smaller is for minutes. The Glockenturm contains Liesl, the heaviest bell in Graz.
Near the Uhrturm is a café with views over the old town. Additionally, on the western side of the Schlossberg, there are two small cafés, one with table service and another with self-service. Next to the terminus of the funicular railway there is a hilltop restaurant with views of western Graz. In what was once the cellar of one of the ruined bastions is the Kasemattenbühne, an open-air stage for concerts and performances.
Below the Schlossberg hill is an extensive system of tunnels, which were created during the second world war to protect the civilian population of Graz from aerial bombing. Some of these tunnels, including a passage from Schlossbergplatz to Karmeliterplatz, are still accessible, but many are closed to the public.
The old town, perched on a limestone island, is connected to the new part of the town, on the mainland, by an arched bridge built in the 1900s. Another bridge to the port has recently been added. The walls, bastions, and towers, which originally defended the town from invaders, today protect it from rough seas, while also preserving the charm of days gone by.
Before exploring the narrow paved streets of the historic centre, from where you can catch an occasional glimpse of the sea, stop off at the authentic fish market, held in what used to be the moat of the imposing castle, to vie with the locals for the best of the day's catch. The Angevin fortress, almost completely surrounded by the sea, was recently restored and is now accessible from the old town. Here you can immerse yourself in the history, as you wander through fortified towers, tunnels, corridors, and majestic halls.
For 122 Pictures in 2022 #85 "Remote", this is an observation platform in the Leonnabelle Turnbull Birding Center. This on is across an inlet from the ship channel/lagoon. It is only accessible from a moderate length hike from another parking area on the other side. Taken with an 800mm lens, it is quite a distance from where I'm standing, probably around 1500 yards (~1300m). It is the same as some more accessible ones, and the platform is around 25 feet (8m)above ground level.