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Aerial view of Vela Bisaga, a small unpopulated island situated in Adriatic Sea, in Zadar region of Croatia.
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The "Mother Armenia" monument in Ijevan is one of Armenia's most iconic Soviet-era landmarks, celebrated for its historical significance and striking design. For those interested in Soviet-era monuments or Soviet art, this site is a must-visit and should be included in any tour itinerary in Armenia.
The "Mother Armenia" monument is a significant historical and cultural landmark created in 1971 by sculptor Serzh Mehrabyan.
Aerial view of Šibenik, one of the oldest Croatian towns on the eastern shores of the Adriatic, in Šibenik-Knin County, Croatia.
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The bell tower of the parish church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in the town of Sutivan, on the island of Brač, in Split-Dalmatia County, southern Croatia.
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Aerial view of the medieval town of Bale, with 14th and 15th century houses wind in a circle around the hill, in Istria County, Croatia.
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A beautiful day exploring the back roads and winter landscapes of Baker County Oregon through Virtue Flats and Keating. Valley
A beautiful winter day for exploring the winding back roads of the Baker and Keating valleys with spectacular views of the Wallowa and Elkhorn Mountains.
Ranch hand 'Humberto' - mending fences
"Special" People I've been fortunate to meet "On the road":
Driving home from the San Francisco area, on Interstate 5 thru the San Joaquin Valley, I took a 'backroad' detour into the golden, rolling California hills (created by the San Andreas earthquake fault); I stopped to talk to this very friendly ranch hand, Humberto, who was mending fences on this dry grassland -- that is actually good for grazing cattle!
Humberto didn't have a computer, but said his friend did; so today I sent him a link to his photo and video. We had a great talk!
When I downloaded this I wondered how long this fence mending work has gone on here. Surely over 100 years, when men rode horseback to do the same job. Just like it's been done all over this country. But I think most of us recognize it as a romanticized job of a cowboy and his trusty horse "ridin' the range".
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This stunning wadi carves its way through the desert, offering a mesmerizing contrast between arid cliffs and a thriving stream below. A paradise for adventurers!
Trullo house in the town of Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Metropolitan City of Bari, Apulia region, southern Italy. A trullo (plural, trulli) is a traditional Apulian dry stone hut with a conical roof.
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Hiking in Yli-Nampavast wilderness and breathtaking natural beauty. The area boasts picturesque hiking trails that meander through forests, alongside lakes, and amidst rolling hills. In this region, there are opportunities for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. The landscape here is characterized by dense forests of pine and birch trees, interspersed with clearings and wetlands. As you explore the trails in Yli-Nampa, keep an eye out for native wildlife such as wolverines, reindeer, elk, and various bird species. The bears hibernate. If you're fortunate to visit during the darker months of the year, Yli-Nampa is ideally located for viewing the northern lights aurora borealis. After a day of hiking, you might be treated to a spectacular display of these dancing lights in the night sky. One of the most appealing aspects of hiking in Yli-Nampa is the sense of solitude and tranquility. The remote location and pristine wilderness provide a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. In addition to natural beauty, hiking in Lapland offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local Sami culture. Learn about traditional practices, visit reindeer farms, and perhaps even sample local delicacies such as smoked fish or cloudberries.
Yli-Nampa is located in the north of Finland, specifically in the Lapland region. This region is located above the Arctic Circle and is known for its vast forests, lakes and un-spoilt nature. Yli-Nampa itself is an area in Lapland that is suitable for outdoor activities such as hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing and experiencing northern nature and culture. During the month of January, daylight hours are very short due to the polar night. This phenomenon occurs in areas above the Arctic Circle, including Lapland. We set out early in the darkness on our way to Luosto. In Yli-Nampa, the moon shines beautifully over the forest while the sun has yet to rise, but the sky is beginning to lighten. The snow in Yli-Nampa lies like an untouched white carpet, and the trees are draped in a thick layer of powder snow. Every step breaks the serene silence of the snowy surroundings; the crunching sound of fresh snow under my hiking boots fills the air. The trees bend gently under the weight of the snow, and nature seems to be in a deep winter slumber. The path is lined with pine trees adorned with ice crystals. The expanse of the snowy landscape stretches to the horizon, and the cold air tingles on my skin. The moment with the moon, surrounded by the white beauty of nature, is magical. It's not just a hike but also an encounter with the beauty of winter in Lapland. Photo of BieJee hiking and watching the moon in Yli-Nampa. Photo taken by my son BieJee of me immediately sinking deep off the beaten path in the snow.
Wandelen in Yli-Nampa, Finland, biedt een prachtige en serene buitenervaring, vooral voor wie ongerepte natuur en rustige landschappen waardeert. Yli-Nampa ligt in Lapland, bekend om zijn uitgestrekte wildernis en adembenemende natuurlijke schoonheid. Het gebied beschikt over schilderachtige wandelpaden die door bossen slingeren, langs meren lopen en tussen glooiende heuvels door gaan. In deze regio zijn er mogelijkheden om te sneeuwschoenwandelen en langlaufen. Het landschap wordt hier gekenmerkt door dichte bossen met dennen- en berkenbomen, afgewisseld met open plekken en moerassen. Terwijl je de paden in Yli-Nampa verkent, moet je uitkijken naar inheemse wilde dieren zoals veelvraat, rendieren, elanden en verschillende vogelsoorten. Beren houden een winterslaap en trekvogels zijn vertrokken naar warmere oorden. Tijdens de maand januari, zijn de daglichturen erg kort vanwege de poolnacht. Dit fenomeen doet zich voor in gebieden boven de poolcirkel, waaronder Lapland. We zijn vroeg in het donker vertrokken op weg naar Luosto. In Yli-Nampa schijnt de maan prachtig over het bos terwijl de zon nog moet opkomen, maar de lucht begint al te gloren. Als je geluk hebt om tijdens de donkere maanden van het jaar te bezoeken, is Yli-Nampa ideaal gelegen voor het bekijken van het noorderlicht aurora borealis. Na een dag wandelen word je misschien getrakteerd op een spectaculaire vertoning van deze dansende lichten aan de nachtelijke hemel. Eén van de meest aantrekkelijke aspecten van wandelen in Yli-Nampa is het gevoel van eenzaamheid en rust. De afgelegen locatie en ongerepte wildernis bieden een perfecte ontsnapping aan de drukte van het dagelijks leven. Naast de natuurlijke schoonheid biedt wandelen in Lapland de mogelijkheid om je onder te dompelen in de lokale Sami-cultuur. Leer meer over traditionele praktijken, bezoek rendierboerderijen en proef misschien zelfs lokale lekkernijen zoals gerookte vis of bergbraambessen. Foto gemaakt door mijn zoon BieJee van mij terwijl ik meteen diep wegzak buiten de gebaande paden in de sneeuw.
Horses grazing on meadow by Adishi Glacier in Caucasus mountains during summer time, as seen during the trek from Adishi to Iprali, in Svaneti region, northwestern Georgia.
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Social Distancing along the back roads of Baker County Oregon
A beautiful Spring day exploring the back roads of Baker County Oregon . Some great wildlife and lots of wide open scenery.
Located at the intersection of three Oregon Scenic Byways Baker County is surrounded by spectacular scenery and wide open spaces. For more information about Baker County's back roads and scenic byways visit the Baker County Tourism website at www.travlebakercounty.com
View of Faraglioni, towering rock formations out of the Tyrrhenian Sea, off the island of Capri, in Campania region, southern Italy.
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Car driving in the narrow alley, in the town of Sutivan, on the island of Brač, in Split-Dalmatia County, southern Croatia.
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Social Distancing along the back roads of Baker County Oregon
A beautiful Spring day exploring the back roads of Baker County Oregon . Some great wildlife and lots of wide open scenery.
Located at the intersection of three Oregon Scenic Byways Baker County is surrounded by spectacular scenery and wide open spaces. For more information about Baker County's back roads and scenic byways visit the Baker County Tourism website at www.travlebakercounty.com
Social Distancing along the back roads of Baker County Oregon
A beautiful Spring day exploring the back roads of Baker County Oregon . Some great wildlife and lots of wide open scenery and wildflowers along the way .
Located at the intersection of three Oregon Scenic Byways Baker County is surrounded by spectacular scenery and wide open spaces. For more information about Baker County's back roads and scenic byways visit the Baker County Tourism website at www.travlebakercounty.com
A picturesque church alongside the winding road in the Dolomites mountains, in South Tyrol, northern Italy.
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Aerial view of the secluded Camurca beach (Çamurca Plajı), situated by the Black Sea Coast, in Ayancik, Sinop Province, Black Sea Region of northeastern Turkey.
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Summer view of the town of Mestia, nested in Caucasus mountains and dominated by stone defensive towers, in Svaneti region, northwestern Georgia.
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This photograph captures a different perspective of Hanoi’s iconic Train Street, where vibrant cafés and narrow tracks typically draw tourists. Here, however, we see the lesser-known side, a place of daily life and hard work away from the crowds. Locals are sorting and organizing recyclables, displaying the resilience and industrious spirit that characterizes Vietnam’s urban life. This side of Train Street highlights a quieter, more authentic view of the city, where community and labor shape the landscape just as much as the nearby bustling cafes and trains.
Aerial view of Mala Raduča beach, one of the top 10 beaches in Croatia, near the seaside town of Primošten, on the Dalmatian coast in Adriatic sea, in Šibenik-Knin County, Croatia.
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High angle view of the boardwalk between the lakes Gavanovac and Kaluđerovac, in Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in the mountainous karst area of central Croatia.
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Aerial view of San Gimignano, a small walled medieval hill town in the province of Siena, Tuscany, north-central Italy.
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Aerial view of Rijeka, a port city on Kvarner Bay in the northern Adriatic Sea, in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, southern Croatia. Rijeka is the third-largest city in Croatia (after Zagreb and Split), known as a gateway to Croatia’s islands.
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[Tonle Bati, Takeo, Cambodia] Outside view and architectural details - including monkey decorations holding the balustrades - of the Yeay Pow Buddhist temple by the shore of the Tonle Bati lake in Cambodia, where the temples are grand and contrast with the surrounding poverty.
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Two backpackers clinging to a steel rope near the edge of a high cliff, during the final stretch of the ascending to Mt. Bobotov Kuk (2,523m), the highest peak in Durmitor mountain range, with Veliko Skrcko Jezero (Big Skrcka Lake) in background, located in Durmitor National Park, northern Montenegro.
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Sunset over the lighthouse of Chania, located at the entrance of the port of Chania, on the island of Crete, Greece.
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Aerial view of the Russia–Georgia Friendship Monument, a large round stone and concrete structure overlooking the Devil's Valley in the Caucasus mountains, located on the Georgian Military Highway between the ski resort town of Gudauri and the Jvari pass, in Stepantsminda District, Mtskheta-Mtianeti region of Georgia. Inside the monument is a large tile mural that spans the whole circumference of the structure and depicts scenes of Georgian and Russian history.
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Aerial view of Opatija, a coastal town and seaside resort dotted with Habsburg-era villas, situated on Kvarner coast by Adriatic sea, in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, southern Croatia.
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Century Farms and Small Town Charm Along The Hells Canyon Scenic Byway in Baker County Oregon
Spent a beautiful early summer day exploring the small town of Halfway and surrounding century farms along the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway, one of three Oregon Scenic Byways that connect in Baker County. Baker County is home to more than two dozen Oregon Century Farms and Ranches and the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway and back roads along the way, are a great way to explore this working landscape of the American West.
with spectacular views of the Wallowa Mountains, and rolling hills of the Pine Valley, and surrounded by local farms and ranches including a number of Oregon Century Farms, the byway is a popular destination for group tours and independent travelers alike, and offers visitors a chance to experience small town Americana in small towns like Halfway, Richland and Newbridge, as they explore the rugged and spectacular Northeast Oregon landscape along the way.
Hwy 86 between Baker City and the Hells Canyon Dam at the bottom of the canyon is open year round providing visitors access to the deepest river gorge in North America.
To download a map of the Hells Canyon Byway and more information about this beautiful scenic drive visit www.hellscanyonbyway.com
For more information about the Hells Canyon Scenic byways or other Baker County, scenic drives, events and attractions, visit the Baker County tourism website at www.basecampbaker.com
Multi-colored houses at the old harbor of Procida, a tiny volcanic Island located off the coast of Naples, in Campania region, southern Italy.
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[Mazanderan, Iran] A curvy empty mountain road across a snowed ravine toward a tall mountain peak of the Iranian Alborz, the mountain range separating Tehran from the coast along the Caspian sea.
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Dawn light over Iprali village, situated in Caucasus mountains, in Svaneti Region of Georgia.
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Social Distancing in Burnt River Canyon in Baker County
A beautiful Spring day exploring the Burnt River Canyon between Durkee and Unity in Baker County Oregon . Lots of wildlife, and it's calving season so lots of baby cows too
The Burnt River Canyon near Durkee is always one of our favorite drives for taking in the majestic scenery of Eastern Oregon and watching wildlife along the way.
For more information about Burnt River Canyon or other Baker County back roads and scenic byways visit the Baker County Tourism website at www.travlebakercounty.com
Century Farms and Small Town Charm Along The Hells Canyon Scenic Byway in Baker County Oregon
Spent a beautiful early summer day exploring the small town of Halfway and surrounding century farms along the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway, one of three Oregon Scenic Byways that connect in Baker County. Baker County is home to more than two dozen Oregon Century Farms and Ranches and the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway and back roads along the way, are a great way to explore this working landscape of the American West.
with spectacular views of the Wallowa Mountains, and rolling hills of the Pine Valley, and surrounded by local farms and ranches including a number of Oregon Century Farms, the byway is a popular destination for group tours and independent travelers alike, and offers visitors a chance to experience small town Americana in small towns like Halfway, Richland and Newbridge, as they explore the rugged and spectacular Northeast Oregon landscape along the way.
Hwy 86 between Baker City and the Hells Canyon Dam at the bottom of the canyon is open year round providing visitors access to the deepest river gorge in North America.
To download a map of the Hells Canyon Byway and more information about this beautiful scenic drive visit www.hellscanyonbyway.com
For more information about the Hells Canyon Scenic byways or other Baker County, scenic drives, events and attractions, visit the Baker County tourism website at www.basecampbaker.com
Female trekker trekking in Caucasus mountains, from Mestia to Zhabeshi, in Svaneti region, northwestern Georgia.
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Century Farms and Small Town Charm Along The Hells Canyon Scenic Byway in Baker County Oregon
Spent a beautiful early summer day exploring the small town of Halfway and surrounding century farms along the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway, one of three Oregon Scenic Byways that connect in Baker County. Baker County is home to more than two dozen Oregon Century Farms and Ranches and the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway and back roads along the way, are a great way to explore this working landscape of the American West.
with spectacular views of the Wallowa Mountains, and rolling hills of the Pine Valley, and surrounded by local farms and ranches including a number of Oregon Century Farms, the byway is a popular destination for group tours and independent travelers alike, and offers visitors a chance to experience small town Americana in small towns like Halfway, Richland and Newbridge, as they explore the rugged and spectacular Northeast Oregon landscape along the way.
Hwy 86 between Baker City and the Hells Canyon Dam at the bottom of the canyon is open year round providing visitors access to the deepest river gorge in North America.
To download a map of the Hells Canyon Byway and more information about this beautiful scenic drive visit www.hellscanyonbyway.com
For more information about the Hells Canyon Scenic byways or other Baker County, scenic drives, events and attractions, visit the Baker County tourism website at www.basecampbaker.com
Social Distancing in Burnt River Canyon and the tiny town of Unity in Baker County
A beautiful Spring day exploring the Burnt River Canyon and the small town of Unity in Baker County Oregon . some great wildlife and lots of wide open scenery.
The Burnt River Canyon near Durkee is always one of our favorite drives for taking in the majestic scenery of Eastern Oregon and watching wildlife along the way.
For more information about Burnt River Canyon or other Baker County back roads and scenic byways visit the Baker County Tourism website at www.travlebakercounty.com
Morning clouds hanging over Caucasus mountains, as seen in the peaceful village of Zhabeshi, during the trek from Mestia to Ushguli, in Svaneti region, northwestern Georgia.
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Dawn light over St. George Island, off the coast of Perast in Bay of Kotor, in Kotor municipality, Montenegro. It houses a Benedictine monastery shaded by cypresses and a large cemetery, earning it the local nickname ‘Island of the Dead’.
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This is so very far off the beaten path..for me that is!
While I was in Atlanta, I went to see what I could to shoot in their wine vineyards. As I walked up, I saw this and thought it looks like a person hanging.Creepy!
I wanted to bring this out, I email my finished shot to my daughter asking her what she thought..."it looks like a Crucifixtion!Very cool!" "You should make it Ghostly" I played and sent it back..."OMG,this is awesome, to bad there wasn't fog. Back I went and resent it to her, "this is AMAZING, really CREEPY, I love it" (her words, lol)
So I guess my job was done! lol I am so lucky! She helped me bring out what I saw in my eyes.
So fun to go off the beaten path...lol
Off on an adventure Saturday with Diana, can't wait!! See everyone in a week or so.
Be well all~
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