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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
Exploring the back roads and scenic byways as winter turns to spring in Baker County Oregon.
Spent the day watching the seasons change in Eastern Oregon, with big dramatic skies and snowcapped mountain peaks. Spring is starting to arrive on the valley floor but winter is still holding on up in the Elkhorns.
For more information about Baker County Oregon including local scenic byways and birding hot spots visit Baker County Tourism's website at www.travelbakercounty.com
Aerial view of St Euphemia’s Church, the largest baroque church in Istria, located in the old town of Rovinj, a popular tourist resort and an active fishing port on the western coast of the Istrian peninsula, in Istria County, Croatia.
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Beautiful fresco on the interior ceiling of the Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ, a Serbian Orthodox Church in Podgorica, the capital city of Montenegro.
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Aerial view of Tara bridge, a concrete arch bridge over the Tara River in Tara canyon, in Durmitor National Park, northwestern Montenegro. The bridge was built between 1937 and 1940 in former Yugoslavia. At the time of its completion, it was the biggest vehicular concrete arch bridge in Europe.
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Aerial view of the forest-shrouded Mljet, one of the most seductive of all the Adriatic islands, in Dalmatia region of Croatia.
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Another favorite from our Glacier trip a few days ago. I can't wait to go back when it's warmer out!
Aerial view of the seaside town of Primošten, on the Dalmatian coast in Adriatic sea, in Šibenik-Knin County, Croatia.
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I finally understand the real value of a long lens.
It allows nature to travel through the glass and touch your soul...
High angle view of the medieval town of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most prominent tourist destinations in the Mediterranean Sea, in southern Croatia.
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Dawn light over Our Lady of the Rocks, off the coast of Perast in Bay of Kotor, in Kotor municipality, Montenegro. This picturesque island was artificially created in 1452, around a rock where an image of the Madonna was found. The Roman Catholic Church of Our Lady of the Rocks is the largest building on the islet.
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Female hiker trekking near Latpari Pass (2,834m / 9,297ft), with snow covered peaks of Caucasus mountains in background, during the trek from Iprali to Ushguli, in Svaneti Region of Georgia.
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A spring day exploring the back roads and scenic byways in Baker County Oregon.
Spent the day enjoying the arrival of Spring in Baker County Oregon. Wildflowers are starting to bloom and birds are starting to arrive for spring migration. Spotted a few new arrivals including white crowns yellow headed, redwing, and brewer’s blackbirds, and found ourselves under the watchful eye of several Great Horned Owls.
For more information about Baker County Oregon including local scenic byways and birding hot spots visit Baker County Tourism's website at www.travelbakercounty.com
A picturesque church alongside the winding road in the Dolomites mountains, in South Tyrol, northern Italy.
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Morning light over the old town of Rovinj, a popular tourist resort and an active fishing port on the western coast of the Istrian peninsula, in Istria County, Croatia.
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The Alaska Range mountains as seen from Eielson Visitors Center in Denali National Park on a clear sunny summer day
The statue of Maiden with the seagull, situated on Kvarner coast by Adriatic sea, in Opatija, a coastal town and seaside resort, in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, southern Croatia.
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Luosto is a scenic tourist destination located in the heart of Lapland, Finland. It is particularly popular for its beautiful natural environment, with extensive forests, hills and impressive scenery that attracts visitors in both winter and summer. Luosto is located in the middle of the rugged Lapland landscape. In winter, the forests are covered with a thick layer of snow and offer excellent opportunities for activities such as skiing, snowmobile tours and husky rides. The Pyhä-Luosto National Park is known for its spectacular fjells mountains and untouched nature. Hiking trails lead to the top of the Pyhä-Luosto Fjell, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness. Luosto is also home to one of the world's only active amethyst mines. Visitors can participate in guided tours and look for amethyst stones themselves, a unique and fun experience. Luosto is an excellent location to see the Northern Lights, especially during the,b>cold winter evenings when the sky is clear. The dancing lights are a magical spectacle that attracts many visitors. In addition to winter sports in Luosto, there are also cozy restaurants and accommodations to enjoy the local cuisine and relax after a day full of adventure. Luosto is a destination that will appeal to nature lovers and adventurers alike, offering a unique combination of Arctic wilderness and exciting outdoor activities. It is an ideal place to enjoy the peace and beauty of Lapland, away from the hustle and bustle of urban areas.
Luosto is a well-known tourist destination in Lapland, Finland, situated in the municipality of Sodankylä. It is celebrated for its stunning natural surroundings, winter activities, and the Pyhä-Luosto National Park. In January, daylight hours are very short due to the polar night, a phenomenon occurring in areas above the Arctic Circle, including Lapland. We set out early in the darkness on our journey to Luosto. Our plan is to climb its spectacular fjells (mountains) and explore its pristine wilderness. Our adventure starts at the secluded hamlet of Ukko-Luostontien in Luosto. In Finland, traditional wooden houses are often referred to as "wooden cabins" or "wooden chalets." The Finnish word for a wooden house is puutalo.. BieJee walks on the ridge of fjells Ukko-Luosto along the primeval forest in the area. The snow here resembles an untouched white carpet, with trees draped in a thick layer of powder snow. Every step disrupts the serene silence of the snowy surroundings; the crunching sound of fresh snow under my hiking boots fills the air. The trees gently bend under the weight of the snow, and nature here in Luosto appears to be in a deep winter slumber. .
Luosto is een schilderachtige toeristische bestemming gelegen in het hart van Lapland, Finland. Het is vooral geliefd om zijn prachtige natuurlijke omgeving, met uitgestrekte bossen, heuvels en een indrukwekkend landschap dat zowel in de winter als in de zomer bezoekers trekt. Luosto bevindt zich te midden van het ruige Laplandse landschapbergen en ongerepte natuur. Wandelpaden leiden naar de top van de Pyhä-Luosto Fjell, waar je kunt genieten van adembenemende uitzichten over de omliggende wildernis. Luosto herbergt ook een van 's werelds enige actieve amethistmijnen. Bezoekers kunnen hier deelnemen aan rondleidingen en zelf op zoek gaan naar amethiststenen, een unieke en leuke ervaring. Luosto is een uitstekende locatie om het noorderlicht te zien, vooral tijdens de koude winteravonden wanneer de lucht helder is. De dansende lichten zijn een magisch schouwspel dat veel bezoekers trekt. Naast wintersporten in Luosto zijn ook gezellige restaurants en accommodaties om te genieten van de lokale keuken en te ontspannen na een dag vol avontuur. Luosto is een bestemming die zowel natuurliefhebbers als avonturiers zal aanspreken, met een unieke combinatie van arctische wildernis en opwindende buitenactiviteiten. Het is een ideale plek om te genieten van de rust en schoonheid van Lapland, weg van de drukte van stedelijke gebieden. Wanneer we uit de auto stappen lijkt de natuur hier in diepe winterslaap. Onze wandeling begint bij dageraad in het afgelegen gehucht Ukko-Luostontien. In Finland worden traditionele houten huizen vaak aangeduid als houten blokhutten of houten chalets. Het Finse woord voor een houten huis is puutalo.. De bomen buigen zachtjes onder het gewicht van de sneeuw. We zijn van plan om de spectaculaire fjells bergen te beklimmen en de ongerepte natuur te verkennen. BieJee loopt op de rug van de fjells Ukko-Luosto langs het oerbos in de omgeving. Luosto biedt een prachtig landschap voor avontuurlijke activiteiten en de mogelijkheid om te genieten van de rust en schoonheid van de Finse wildernis.
A breathtaking natural rock formation in Namibia, where massive boulders create a delicate and seemingly gravity-defying arch. This geological wonder is a testament to the power of time, erosion, and nature’s artistry.
Kanas National Park, Altay prefecture, out in the mountains of northern Xinjiang very near the borders with Kazahkstan and Mongolia, China
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Our journey toward Anteni unfolds here in a wide panorama filled with autumn colors, yet the romance of the landscape does not conceal how rugged this region truly is. The slopes of the Šar Massif roll over one another in layered waves — rust brown, deep orange and golden yellow — interspersed with dark bands of conifer forest. The light softens the contours, but the reality beneath our feet is rocky, dusty and unpredictable. The road to Vešala (Вешала) is rough. No asphalt, no guardrails — only a narrow mountain track scattered with loose stones, deep ruts and clouds of dust trailing behind you. An ordinary car would hardly make it here. The only reliable way to reach the village is by a six-wheel ATV — locally simply called “kvad” — a vehicle built for this kind of terrain. Hidden between the rolling slopes, lie a few houses of the mountain village of Vešala. High in the mountains, near the border with Kosovo, it forms one of the most remote settlements in the Šar range. Historically, it was a shepherd’s village, where generations lived from livestock farming and drove their flocks higher into the mountains during summer. You can still feel that remoteness today. No passing traffic, no infrastructure — only silence, space and dust on the mountain road. The contrast between the small human presence and the overwhelming scale of nature gives the image its strength. The kvad on the road emphasizes that nothing here comes easily. Up here, there is no rush — but there is respect for the landscape. In the Šar Mountains, the mountain still determines how you travel.
A rugged mountain track in the Šar Mountains, leading toward Anteni near the remote village of Vešala (Вешала). Nothing but a six-wheel ATV on a dusty, stony road cutting through the vast autumn landscape. No houses, no traffic — just one machine built for terrain like this, high in the mountains near the border with Kosovo. Zoom in for more details.
Onze tocht richting Anteni ontvouwt zich hier in een breed panorama vol herfstkleuren, maar de romantiek van het landschap verhult niet hoe ruig dit gebied werkelijk is. De hellingen van het Šar-massief golven in lagen over elkaar heen — roestbruin, dieporanje en goudgeel — afgewisseld met donkere stroken naaldbos. Het licht verzacht de contouren, maar de werkelijkheid onder onze voeten is stenig, stoffig en onvoorspelbaar. De weg naar Vešala (Вешала) is beroerd. Geen asfalt, geen vangrails — slechts een smalle bergroute vol losse stenen, diepe kuilen en stofwolken die achter je blijven hangen. Een gewone auto redt het hier nauwelijks. De enige betrouwbare manier om het dorp te bereiken is per 6x6 ATV — lokaal simpelweg “kvad” genoemd — een voertuig dat gemaakt is voor dit terrein. Verscholen tussen de glooiende flanken, liggen een paar huizen van het bergdorpje Vešala. Hoog in de bergen, vlak bij de grens met Kosovo, vormt het één van de meest afgelegen nederzettingen van het Šar-gebergte. Historisch was het een herdersdorp, waar generaties leefden van veeteelt en ’s zomers met hun kuddes hoger de bergen introkken. Die afgelegenheid voel je nog steeds. Geen doorgaand verkeer, geen infrastructuur — alleen stilte, ruimte en stof op de bergweg. Het contrast tussen de kleine menselijke aanwezigheid en de overweldigende natuur maakt het beeld krachtig. De quad op de weg benadrukt dat hier niets vanzelfsprekend is. Hierboven is geen haast — maar er is wel respect voor het landschap. Want in het Šar-gebergte bepaalt de berg nog altijd hoe je reist.
A horse in Caucasus mountains, with stunning view of Mt. Ushba (4,710 m / 15,450 ft) in background, as seen during the trek from Zhabeshi to Adishi, in Svaneti region, northwestern Georgia.
Although it does not rank in the 10 highest peaks of the range, Ushba is known as the "Matterhorn of the Caucasus" for its picturesque, spire-shaped double summit. Due to its steep profile and unstable weather, Ushba is considered by many climbers as the most difficult ascent in the Caucasus.
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Summer scenery in Prokletije (a.k.a. "Accursed") Mountains, part of the Dinaric Alps, in Prokletije National Park, located in southeast Montenegro along the Albanian and Kosovan borders.
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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
Summer scenery in the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as seen on the cableway from the town of Selva di Val Gardena to Jimmy Hut (2,220m) up in the mountains, situated within the Puez-Odle Nature Park, in South Tyrol, northern Italy.
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Lush foliage by the shore of Black Lake (Montenegrin: Crno jezero), situated at the foot of Međed Peak, 3 km from the town of Žabljak, in Durmitor National Park, northwestern Montenegro. The lake consists of two smaller lakes: Big Lake (Veliko jezero) and Little Lake (Malo jezero), connected by a narrow strait.
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Jagged rock at Haciveli beach (Hacıveli Plajı), situated by the Black Sea Coast, in Abana, Kastamonu Province, Black Sea Region of northeastern Turkey.
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Cetina river meets the Adriatic sea, at the town of Omiš, in Split-Dalmatia County, southern Croatia.
Omiš has one of the most dramatic locations of any town on the Dalmatian coast. Situated at the mouth of the Cetina River, at the end of a picturesque canyon, it’s backed by sheer walls of mottled grey rock topped with craggy peaks.
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Truly off the much beaten path, this beautiful waterfall is in west Iceland. On the far end of Skorradalur Valley Hvitserkur is, in my opinion, one of the prettiest waterfalls I have visited for a long time. Note that to visit this one you need a 4x4.
Dawn light over the fortified walls of Kotor, a medieval town on Montenegro’s Adriatic coast, situated beneath the limestone cliffs of Mt. Lovćen, in a secluded part of the Bay of Kotor.
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View of the lower Tetnuldi Cable Car Station in Caucasus mountains, with stunning view of Mt. Ushba (4,710 m / 15,450 ft) in background, as seen during the trek from Zhabeshi to Adishi, in Svaneti region, northwestern Georgia.
Although it does not rank in the 10 highest peaks of the range, Ushba is known as the "Matterhorn of the Caucasus" for its picturesque, spire-shaped double summit. Due to its steep profile and unstable weather, Ushba is considered by many climbers as the most difficult ascent in the Caucasus.
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Aerial view of Hridsko Jezero (Hrid Lake), a glacial lake situated 1970m above sea level, between Veliki and Mali Hrid mountains, in Plav municipality, north eastern part of Prokletije National Park, near Montenegro and Kosovan borders.
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Early morning in the Danum Valley. A Tropical Rainforest conservation area on the Island of Borneo, Malaysia.
A beautiful New Year's day exploring and watching wildlife along the Burnt River Canyon
A beautiful winter day exploring and a little wildlife watching along the Burnt River Canyon between Durkee and Unity in Baker County Oregon .
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. Saw lots of wildlife this trip as colder temperatures have pushed lots of deer down into the canyon. We were excited to spot a few Bighorn Sheep this trip and a napping Barn Owl
For more information about watchable wildlife opportunities in Baker County, or other Baker County Scenic byways and back roads visit the Baker County Tourism website at www.basecampbaker.com
Truly off the much beaten path, this beautiful waterfall is in west Iceland. On the far end of Skorradalur Valley Hvitserkur is, in my opinion, one of the prettiest waterfalls I have visited for a long time. Note that to visit this one you need a 4x4.
Preiner Wand is one of the southern flanks of the Rax Plateau.
A view from the Karl-Ludwig Haus (1804m)
Rax-Schneeberg Group, Austria
18.09.2012
Tandzatap is a tiny, picturesque village in Armenia’s Syunik Province, nestled high above the dramatic Vorotan River gorge - just a short distance from the famous Tatev Monastery.
A series of waterfalls by the lakes, 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 Gideros Bay, one of the most beautiful bays of Black Sea, 11 km west of the town of Cide, in Kastamonu province of Turkey.
Gideros is mentioned in the text by Homeros. When he tells about the war of Troy in his famous work Ilieda, he also touches on the kingdom of Paphlagonia. He mentions that this kingdom covers the cities of Parthenios (Bartin), Sesamos (Amasra), Kromna (Kurucasile), Kytoros (Gideros) and Aigialos (Cide).
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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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