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The Merlion, a mythical creature with a lion's head and a fish's body, is a national icon of Singapore
Amsterdam city center is the vibrant and bustling heart of the Dutch capital. It is known for its picturesque canals, stunning architecture, and rich history. The city center is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is home to iconic landmarks such as Dam Square, where the Royal Palace and the National Monument are located.
The city center is characterized by its charming canal belt, which offers scenic views and the opportunity to take boat tours and explore the waterways. The narrow streets are lined with beautiful 17th-century buildings, housing a mix of shops, cafes, and restaurants.
Amsterdam city center is also a cultural hub, with renowned museums like the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, and Anne Frank House. These museums offer a glimpse into the city's art, history, and the life of Anne Frank during World War II.
In addition to its cultural attractions, the city center is a shopper's paradise. From high-end fashion boutiques to vintage stores and local markets, there is something for everyone. The streets come alive at night with a vibrant nightlife scene, featuring bars, clubs, and live music venues.
One of the unique aspects of Amsterdam city center is its bicycle-friendly culture. Cycling is a popular mode of transportation, and visitors can rent bikes to explore the city at their own pace.
Overall, Amsterdam city center is a captivating destination that seamlessly blends history, culture, and modernity. Its charming canals, world-class museums, and lively atmosphere make it a must-visit for travelers seeking a vibrant and unforgettable experience.
Taken from the South Pylon Lookout of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Looking north on the left of the image through the east in the centre to the south on the right of the image.
The Sydney Harbour Bridge on the left, the Sydney Opera House in the Centre and Circular Quay on the right of the image.
Fort Denison or "Pinchgut" is the small island can be seen in the centre of the image. "Pinchgut was a prison from early settlement and was also a military fort in the mid 1800's and named Fort Denison. The term "Pinchgut" was derived from prisoners who endured pains in their gut from the terrible food served to them. The island is also known as Mattewanye or Muddawahnyuh from the local Aboriginal language.
On the right of the image you can see an ocean liner docked at the Overseas Passenger Terminal at Circular Quay where international passengers can embark/disembark. Circular Quay is the main hub for the Sydney Harbour Ferries that service the harbour for local passenger transport. A day on the ferries is a great way to see Sydney's main harbour and Parramatta River.
Sydney Cove where Circular Quay is situated was the first areas settled by the First Fleet in 1788. The Aboriginal name for Circular Quay is Warrung, meaning "Little Child".
The iconic Sydney Opera can be seen in the centre of the image on Benelong Point. The Sydney Opera Hose was completed in 1973 and officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II on October 20th 1973. The Sydney Opera House was originally designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon but completed by an Australian architectural team headed by Peter Hall. On 28 June 2007, the Sydney Opera House became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Opera House was also a finalist in the New7Wonders of the World campaign list.
Kirribilli House, can just be be seen in amongst the trees on the pont directlly across the harbour on the left fom the Sydney Opera House. Kirribilli House is the secondary official residence of the Prime Minister of Australia. It is one of two official Prime Ministerial residences, the primary official residence being The Lodge in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory.
This photo is from 15 vertical shots using the 24-70 f2.8S lens at 35mm and stitched using PTGui. The original 15 shot image stitched together ended up as a 29648 x 7422 pixel image of about 220Mp!! This image is downsized to 7590 x 1900 pixels so as can be seen on a 3840 x 2160 UHD screen. Best to click on the image for full view.
Some say Glen Coe others say Glencoe; either way its dominance over the Scottish highland landscape, and its crisp cool air and fresh running ravines are always a vision to behold.
Captured using: Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W5
Capture date: 2009
Created using: Topaz Labs, and Topaz Studio
Decided to re-work my colour shot of this. I think this is more powerful. Pedestrian/Cycle tilting bridge. Between Gateshead Arts Quarter and Quayside Newcastle, over the Rive Tyne. Opened in 2001.
... after a brief visit to celebrate Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee!
Smile on Saturday theme : Teeny-tiny
The Iron Lady is the most common nickname for the Eiffel Tower.
While the name, the “Eiffel Tower”, entered the common language at the time of its inauguration, its female nature appeared more gradually over the 20th century. Of course, it can be traced back to the fact that the noun “tour” or tower in French is feminine. And if we add a bit of anthropomorphism, we can see that the monument’s four pillars, also known as legs or feet, are covered with a lacy “skirt”, from the mesh structure enhanced with fine decorative arches between the pillars.
As a symbol of the arrival of iron, industry and science, the Eiffel Tower can also be seen to be in an atypical conversation with another lady of Paris, her Gothic older sister and symbol of religion, Notre-Dame.
In the 1930s, when the Tower was nearing 50 years old, various nicknames flourished in the press and publications: “the Tall Lady”, “the Tall Beautiful Lady”, then “the Tall Iron Lady”, sometimes, remarking on her age, it was “the Old Iron Lady”... However, it was simply “the Iron Lady” which stuck and was picked up particularly by the press.
Text source: Tower’s official website.
It is a park in the civil district at the Marina Bay area Singapore with many historical landmarks located nearby. It was built on reclaimed land in 1943 and redeveloped in 1991. The iconic landmark Esplanade is also the country's premier arts centre. The outdoor waterfront theatre hosts a diverse range of performance free for the public in the night.
The bastion of the Tower of Belem juts out into the harbor of Lisbon, Portugal. It is a jewel of Manueline architecture built in the early 16th century of white limestone during the reign of Manuel I and granted UNESCO Heritage status in 1983. It is an iconic landmark of Portuguese history.
"One's destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things." ~ Henry Miller
Early morning at the Merlion Park is quiet and free of tourists and crowd.
The water at the Marina Reservoir is calm and clear before Merlion sprouts his water out.
If you are in Arizona you have to see Cathedral Rock, one of the most photographed sights in the U.S.
For many years since the 80s, I'd been photographing this building (rather badly). This is the first time though that I've done it at dusk when it's been lit up. Have gone for the slightly HDR look here.
I'm back from a few wonderful but hectic days in London. Overall the lighting was poor for photography but I was lucky enough to catch a dramatic sky over Tower Bridge.
At last it's been a glorious spring day here in the UK & the bees were out in full force in my garden so couldn't resist reaching for the camera :)
I cannot count the times I have been here during both sunrise and sunset and each time it is a complete new experience. This week, like many other photographers lined up right in front of the Cappella, I am waiting for the sun behind us to go down and throw its magic on the clouds and sky. Nothing happens. All have already long gone and I am still waiting. Soon I too give up, pack my stuff and start moving towards the back path. At that point I turn around and freeze!
Off centre teasel capture as I didn't want to lose the cobweb & minute spider in the top left corner. Have a super weekend everyone!
The first major bridge in the world, to be made of cast iron. Opened 1781 crossing the River Severn in Shropshire. It now symbolises the industrial revolution.
Spirit Island is a small tied island in Maligne Lake and is one of the most iconic landmarks in Canada’s Rocky Mountains. Maligne Lake is a lake in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada. The lake is approximately 22.5 km (14.0 mi) long and is 97 m (318 ft) at its deepest point and known for its azure water, surrounding peaks and glaciers visible from the lake. Print Size 13x19 inches.
This caterpillar was on my lawn this morning & it certainly had attitude & was not at all impressed by me trying to get a photo of it. I've identified it as a caterpillar of the Elephant Hawk-moth which I have never seen so hopefully this little chap will develop into a photo for the future!
A combination of various geometric shapes in scale and dimension brings forth a very unique skyline in the night when the buildings are illuminated.