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Aerial view of St. James Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built entirely from stone, in SÌŒibenik, one of the oldest Croatian towns on the eastern shores of the Adriatic, in Å ibenik-Knin County, Croatia.
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Aerial view of the seaside town of Primošten, on the Dalmatian coast in Adriatic sea, in Šibenik-Knin County, Croatia.
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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
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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High angle view of Isola San Giulio (St. Julius Island), in Lake Orta, near the lakeshore village of Orta San Giulio, in Novara province, Piedmont region, northwestern Italy.
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Aerial view of Dragon's Eye lake, a 10,000-sq-metre oval encircled by 4m- to 24m-high cliffs, connected to the ocean by underwater channels. It is located in Rogoznica, on the Dalmatian coast in the Adriatic sea, in Å ibenik-Knin County, Croatia.
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Dawn light over the imposing rock face of the Seekofel (2,810m), part of the Prague Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, by Lake Braies (Italian: Lago di Braies), in South Tyrol, northern Italy.
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Khor Virap is a historic monastery in Armenia, famously associated with Saint Gregory the Illuminator, the patron saint who brought Christianity to Armenia.
According to tradition, in the late 3rd century, King Tiridates III imprisoned Gregory in a deep underground pit (the "virap") at the site - because Gregory was a Christian and refused to renounce his faith. He was held there for about 13 years.
Eventually, the king went mad, and only recovered after Gregory was freed and prayed for him. Grateful, Tiridates converted to Christianity, and in 301 AD, Armenia became the first nation in the world to adopt Christianity as its state religion.
Khor Virap marks the place where Gregory was imprisoned and later emerged as a symbol of Armenia’s Christian faith.
Aerial view of Lungomare, a popular promenade dotted with Habsburg-era villas along the Adriatic coastline, in Opatija, a coastal town and seaside resort, situated on Kvarner coast by Adriatic sea, in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, southern Croatia.
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Summer scenery on the Seceda mountain (2519m), in the Odle (needles) group, part of the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated within the Puez-Odle Nature Park, South Tyrol, northern Italy.
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A beautiful day exploring the back roads and winter landscapes of Baker County Oregon near Keating.
A beautiful winter day for exploring the winding back roads of the Baker and Keating valleys with spectacular views of the Wallowa and Elk Horn Mountains.
Stunning view of Positano, a cliffside village overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, on Amalfi Coast, in Salerno province, Campania region, southern Italy.
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Seeing truly wild animals in their native environment is such a privilege....and its moments like this one that find a permanent place deep inside one's soul.
Aerial view of Naples, the regional capital of Campania and the third-largest city of Italy, located by the coast of Tyrrhenian Sea.
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A wooden bridge leads toward a towering rock formation at the ocean’s edge, a mysterious and captivating gateway between land and sea. A place where adventure and solitude intertwine, whispering stories of the untamed coast.
Summer scenery in the peaceful village of Zhabeshi, nested in Caucasus mountains, as seen during the trek from Mestia to Ushguli, in Svaneti region, northwestern Georgia.
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High angle view of Ushguli, one of the highest continuously inhabited settlements in Europe, deeply nested in Caucasus mountains, as seen during the descend from Latpari Pass (2,834m / 9,297ft), in Svaneti Region of Georgia.
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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 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. In Lapland, the colors of the sky during sunrise and sunset can be very intense due to the low position of the sun on the horizon. The long twilight periods can produce unique colors in the sky, including green hues, due to various scattering effects of sunlight. 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. We are walking 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 Lapland, kunnen de kleuren van de lucht tijdens zonsopkomst en zonsondergang zeer intens zijn door de lage stand van de zon aan de horizon. De lange schemerperiodes kunnen unieke kleuren in de lucht veroorzaken, inclusief groene tinten, door verschillende verstrooiingseffecten van het zonlicht. De bomen buigen zachtjes onder het gewicht van de sneeuw. We lopen 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 beautiful day exploring the back roads and winter landscapes of Baker County Oregon near Keating.
A beautiful winter day for exploring the winding back roads of the Baker and Keating valleys with spectacular views of the Wallowa and Elk Horn Mountains.
Two German trekkers playing with pig outside the abandoned church in Zhamushi, now being used as a pisty, during the trek from Mestia to Zhabeshi, in Svaneti region, northwestern Georgia.
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Dawn light over the snow covered peak of Mount Kazbek (5,054 m/16,581 ft), the seventh-highest summit in the Caucasus Mountains, with Gergeti Trinity Church in foreground, in Stepantsminda, Mtskheta-Mtianeti region of Georgia.
Mount Kazbegi is a dormant stratovolcano and the highest peak of Eastern Georgia. It is located on the border of Georgia and Russia.
The Gergeti Trinity Church is a Georgian Orthodox and Apostolic Church built in the 14th century. The separate belltower dates from the same period as the church itself. Its isolated location on top of a steep mountain surrounded by the vastness of nature has made it a symbol for Georgia.
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Túra a Raxon
Rax, Északi Mészkőalpok, Ausztria
2017.06.27
Hiking on the RAX
Rax mountain range, Northern Limestone Alps, Austria
27.06.2017
Summer scenery in Caucasus mountains, as seen in Mestia, in Svaneti region, northwestern Georgia.
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Bulnes é uma pequena aldeia situada no maciço central dos Picos de Europa, no concelho de Cabrales, nas Astúrias. É um lugar isolado e tranquilo, rodeado de montanhas impressionantes, como o Picu Urriellu ou Naranjo de Bulnes. Para chegar a Bulnes, só há duas opções: ir a pé por um trilho pedregoso que parte de Poncebos, ou usar o funicular subterrâneo que atravessa a rocha em 7 minutos.
Bulnes is a small village located in the central massif of the Picos de Europa, in the municipality of Cabrales in Asturias. It is a secluded and peaceful place, surrounded by impressive mountains such as the Picu Urriellu or Naranjo de Bulnes. To get to Bulnes, there are only two options: walk along a stony path from Poncebos, or use the underground funicular that crosses the rock in 7 minutes.
A beautiful day exploring the back roads and winter landscapes of Baker County Oregon near Keating.
A beautiful winter day for exploring the winding back roads of the Baker and Keating valleys with spectacular views of the Wallowa and Elk Horn Mountains.
Dawn light over the peaceful village of Zhabeshi, nested in Caucasus mountains, as seen during the trek from Mestia to Ushguli, in Svaneti region, northwestern Georgia.
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Wilson's Snipe
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
Aerial view of ships docked in a deep bay sheltered from wind, in Rogoznica, a popular tourist village, on the Dalmatian coast in the Adriatic sea, in Å ibenik-Knin County, Croatia.
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A cat resting 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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In Luosto, there are many hiking trails to explore. We plan to hike to the top of the mountain. The summer trail to the top of Ukko-Luosto Fell - the highest peak in Luosto - starts from Luoston Portti. Initially, the route runs along the base of a ski slope to the Ukko-Luosto stairs. 575 wooden steps take you almost to the top of the waterfall. After the stairs, the path continues mostly as a gravel trail with some stone steps. From the top and the lookout point, you are rewarded with stunning views. There is also a weather station at the summit, a landmark visible from afar. If you return via the stairs to Luoston Portti, the total length of the trip is about 5 km. If you wish to follow the circular route of 6.5 km, continue north from the summit. This path leads you to the Ukko-Luosto Scenic Hut, a great place to pause and admire the view. You can also check out the small exhibition in the hut, Lightscapes of a Fell. From the scenic hut, the path descends as a gravel trail with some steep sections to the junction at Tikkalaavu, from where you can return to Luoston Portti. The duration of the summer trail is about 3-5 hours. As the name suggests, the summer trail is not suitable for winter. In winter, there is an avalanche risk on the route to the top of Ukko-Luosto, so the trail is closed for the safety of hikers. We'll have to come up with a different plan for our winter hike.
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. Unfortunately our walk could not go ahead due to avalanche danger. The snow profile, which describes the different layers of the snowpack, plays a crucial role in determining avalanche danger. If the snow layers do not bond well, weak layers can form, leading to avalanches. This can happen due to temperature fluctuations, which make the upper layers heavy and unstable. The terrain in Luosto, with its mountainous landscapes and steep slopes, is conducive to avalanche formation. Slopes between 30 and 45 degrees are the most prone to avalanches. Trails that run over or near these slopes, such as some routes to the top of Ukko-Luosto, can be especially risky. Local authorities and park managers take various precautions to protect hikers and skiers from avalanche danger. This includes closing hazardous trails, such as the summer trail to the top of Ukko-Luosto, during the winter months. The warning is provided in four languages: Finnish, Swedish, English, and Russian.
In Luosto zijn er veel wandelroutes te verkennen. Wij zijn van plan om naar de top van de berg te lopen. Het zomerpad naar de top van Ukko-Luosto Fell - de hoogste top van Luosto - begint bij Luoston Portti. Eerst loopt de route langs de voet van een skiroute naar de Ukko-Luosto-trappen. 575 met hout bedekte treden brengen je bijna naar de top van de waterval. Na de trap gaat het pad verder als een grindpad met enkele stenen treden. Vanaf de top en het uitkijkpunt heb je prachtige uitzichten. Er staat ook een weerstation op de top, een herkenningspunt dat al van ver te zien is. Als je via de trap terugkeert naar Luoston Portti, bedraagt de totale lengte van de reis ongeveer 5 km. Als je het cirkelvormige parcours van 6,5 km wilt volgen, ga je vanaf de top verder naar het noorden. Dit pad brengt je naar de Ukko-Luosto Scenic Hut, een geweldige plek om even te pauzeren en het uitzicht te bewonderen. Je kunt ook de kleine tentoonstelling in de hut bekijken, Lightscapes of a Fell. Vanaf de schilderachtige hut daalt het pad af als een grindpad met enkele steile afdalingen naar de kruising bij Tikkalaavu, vanwaar je kunt terugkeren naar Luoston Portti. De duur van het zomerpad is zo'n 3-5 uur. Zoals de naam al aangeeft, is het zomerpad niet geschikt voor de winter. In de winter bestaat er lawinegevaar op de route naar de top van Ukko-Luosto, waardoor het pad wordt afgesloten voor de veiligheid van de wandelaars. Als de sneeuwlagen niet goed hechten, kunnen zwakke lagen ontstaan die lawines veroorzaken. Dit kan gebeuren door temperatuurschommelingen, die de bovenste lagen zwaar en instabiel maken. Het terrein van Luosto, met zijn bergachtige landschappen en steile hellingen, bevordert lawinevorming. Hellingen tussen 30 en 45 graden zijn het meest vatbaar voor lawines. We zullen dus iets anders moeten verzinnen voor onze winterwandeling. De waarschuwing staat in vier talen: Fins, Zweeds, Engels en Russisch.
Summer scenery in Prokletije (a.k.a. "Accursed") Mountains, part of the Dinaric Alps, with incredible view of the Karanfili peaks in background, in Prokletije National Park, located in southeast Montenegro along the Albanian and Kosovan borders.
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Aerial, panoramic view of the peaceful village of Zhabeshi, nested in Caucasus mountains, as seen during the trek from Mestia to Ushguli, in Svaneti region, northwestern Georgia.
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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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Aerial view of Visovac Monastery, a 14th century Catholic monastery established by Augustinian monks, on the island of Visovac, in the middle of Visovac Lake, in Krka National Park, Croatia.
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The wooden portal of the 17th-century Chiesa del Purgatorio (Church of Purgatory), decorated with skulls representing the theme of death and redemption, in the city of Matera, Matera province, Basilicata region, southern Italy.
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Summer scenery in the peaceful village of Zhabeshi, nested in Caucasus mountains, as seen during the trek from Mestia to Ushguli, in Svaneti region, northwestern Georgia.
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Aerial view of Sveti Stefan ("Saint Stephen"), a fortified island village and 5-star hotel resort on the Adriatic coast of Montenegro, connected to the mainland by a narrow causeway. On the island are 15th-century stone villas overlooking an impeccable pink-sand beach and tempting turquoise waters.
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Trullo houses 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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High angle view of the port town of Milna, on the western side of Brač island, in Split-Dalmatia County, southern Croatia.
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High angle view of Portofino, a fishing village and tourist resort on the Italian Riviera coastline, southeast of Genoa city, in Liguria region, northwestern Italy.
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Dawn light over the winding road to Gergeti Trinity Church, in Stepantsminda (commonly known as Kazbegi), a remote and peaceful town nested in Caucasus mountains, 10 km south of the border with Russia, in Mtskheta-Mtianeti region of Georgia.
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