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Eric Lusito - Traces of the Soviet Empire
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POLAND / Krzywa / 2008. Abandoned Soviet military base after the collapse of the USSR. Krzywa is situated some 33 kilometres outside Legnica in south west Poland, near to the Czech and German borders. Legnica was the headquarters of the Soviet Union's Northern Group of Forces, and Krzywa was the main air base for those forces. With its 2,500-metre airstrip, the airfield could accommodate any type of aircraft.
Eric Lusito - Traces of the Soviet Empire
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These haunting photographs show the remnants of the once all-powerful Soviet empire.
They are the work of Eric Lusito, who spent six years travelling throughout the former Soviet world from East Germany to Mongolia, from Poland to Kazakhstan to seek out remains of the military installations that embodied the ambition and the might of the USSR.
Describing himself as working like an archaeologist, the French photographer says his project "Traces of the Soviet Empire" is a photographic record of the land and architecture - haunted by the symbols and history of a once powerful Empire.
The on-going project takes the form of three series: exteriors, interiors, and found photographs "images from another time, another space and another world".
What he found was colourful propaganda wall art, faded frescos of Lenin, discarded gas masks, and huge monuments, including those in the shapes of a soldier and a sword.
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Eric Lusito - Traces of the Soviet Empire
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GERMANY / Berlin / 2008. Abandoned Soviet military base after the collapse of the USSR. Berlin-Karlshorst was Moscow's intelligence headquarters in East Germany. Situated on the eastern outskirts of East Berlin it extended over a 50 acre compound. Some 2000 staff were employed including 500 KGB officers. The fresco on the right is a reproduction of the original painting by P.Maltsev "Assault on the Sapun Mountain", 1958.
Eric Lusito - Traces of the Soviet Empire
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These haunting photographs show the remnants of the once all-powerful Soviet empire.
They are the work of Eric Lusito, who spent six years travelling throughout the former Soviet world from East Germany to Mongolia, from Poland to Kazakhstan to seek out remains of the military installations that embodied the ambition and the might of the USSR.
Describing himself as working like an archaeologist, the French photographer says his project "Traces of the Soviet Empire" is a photographic record of the land and architecture - haunted by the symbols and history of a once powerful Empire.
The on-going project takes the form of three series: exteriors, interiors, and found photographs "images from another time, another space and another world".
What he found was colourful propaganda wall art, faded frescos of Lenin, discarded gas masks, and huge monuments, including those in the shapes of a soldier and a sword.
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Eric Lusito - Traces of the Soviet Empire
MANDATORY CREDIT: Eric Lusito/Rex Features. Only for use in story about Eric Lusito's "After the Wall: Traces of the Soviet Empire" photo project. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission
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POLAND / Krzywa / 2008. Abandoned Soviet military base after the collapse of the USSR. Krzywa is situated some 33 kilometres outsideLegnica in south west Poland, near to the Czechand German borders. Legnica was the headquartersof the Soviet Union's Northern Group of Forces,and Krzywa was the main air base for those forces.With its 2,500-metre airstrip, the airfield couldaccommodate any type of aircraft.
Eric Lusito - Traces of the Soviet Empire
FULL COPY: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/p8ug
These haunting photographs show the remnants of the once all-powerful Soviet empire.
They are the work of Eric Lusito, who spent six years travelling throughout the former Soviet world from East Germany to Mongolia, from Poland to Kazakhstan to seek out remains of the military installations that embodied the ambition and the might of the USSR.
Describing himself as working like an archaeologist, the French photographer says his project "Traces of the Soviet Empire" is a photographic record of the land and architecture - haunted by the symbols and history of a once powerful Empire.
The on-going project takes the form of three series: exteriors, interiors, and found photographs "images from another time, another space and another world".
What he found was colourful propaganda wall art, faded frescos of Lenin, discarded gas masks, and huge monuments, including those in the shapes of a soldier and a sword.
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Ski resorts - Mar 2014
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Inflatable bouncy castle on the slopes situated near Cervinia in the Breuil-Cervinia Valtournenche Zermatt ski area, Italy
Ski resorts - Mar 2014
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Ski resorts - Mar 2014
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Willys bar situated in the Breuil-Cervinia Valtournenche Zermatt ski area near the resort of Cervinia in Italy
Ski resorts - Mar 2014
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Malta - Jan 2013
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Malata restaurant situated in the heart of Valletta, opposite the Grand Masters Palace, Malta
Malta - Jan 2013
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Malta - Jan 2013
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Malata restaurant situated in the heart of Valletta, Malta
Malta - Jan 2013
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Delhi - Nov 2012
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The 42-metre tall India Gate is situated . The gate is a national monument of India and is one of the popular tourist attractions.
After India's independence, the India Gate became the site of the Indian Army's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Delhi - Nov 2012
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Delhi - Nov 2012
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The 42-metre tall India Gate is situated . The gate is a national monument of India and is one of the popular tourist attractions.
After India's independence, the India Gate became the site of the Indian Army's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Delhi - Nov 2012
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Delhi - Nov 2012
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The 42-metre tall India Gate is situated . The gate is a national monument of India and is one of the popular tourist attractions.
After India's independence, the India Gate became the site of the Indian Army's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Delhi - Nov 2012
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The World of Charles Dickens book by Stephen Browning - Jan 2012
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'Walking with the Wounded' expedition photocall, Spitsbergen, Norway - 30 Mar 2011
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Walking with the Wounded team members try out immersion suits on the island of Spitsbergen, situated between the Norwegian mainland and the North Pole in preparation for their walk to the North Pole.
'Walking with the Wounded' expedition photocall, Spitsbergen, Norway - 30 Mar 2011
Prince Harry and a group of wounded soldiers are due to trek to the North Pole to raise money for the charity 'Walking With The Wounded', of which Harry is patron. Harry is currently in Norway for three days of intensive final preparations with the team - which consists of four ex-servicemen, two charity founders and a polar guide - before they set off on the expedition. Harry will then take part in the first five days of the grueling 200-mile challenge - sleeping out on the ice in -25C temperatures and dragging a 220lb sled. It is hoped that the expedition will raise GBP 2m to help injured servicemen and women find work, security and peace of mind. All four wounded servicemen taking part in the challenge sustained their injuries fighting in Afghanistan.
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'Walking with the Wounded' Expedition Photocall, Spitsbergen, Norway - 29 Mar 2011
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Prince Harry (left) meets with the Walking with the Wounded team, who have gathered on the island of Spitsbergen, situated between the Norwegian mainland and the North Pole for their last days of packing before setting off to walk to the North Pole.
'Walking with the Wounded' Expedition Photocall, Spitsbergen, Norway - 29 Mar 2011
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'Walking with the Wounded' Expedition Photocall, Spitsbergen, Norway - 29 Mar 2011
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Prince Harry (centre) looks at some maps with team leader Inge Solheim (left) as he joins the Walking with the Wounded team, who have gathered on the island of Spitsbergen, situated between the Norwegian mainland and the North Pole for their last days of packing before setting off to walk to the North Pole.
'Walking with the Wounded' Expedition Photocall, Spitsbergen, Norway - 29 Mar 2011
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'Walking with the Wounded' Expedition Photocall, Spitsbergen, Norway - 29 Mar 2011
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Prince Harry (second left) meets with the Walking with the Wounded team, who have gathered on the island of Spitsbergen, situated between the Norwegian mainland and the North Pole for their last days of packing before setting off to walk to the North Pole.
'Walking with the Wounded' Expedition Photocall, Spitsbergen, Norway - 29 Mar 2011
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'Walking with the Wounded' Expedition Photocall, Spitsbergen, Norway - 29 Mar 2011
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Prince Harry looks at some maps with team leader Inge Solheim (left) and Jaco Van Gass (right) as he joins the Walking with the Wounded team, who have gathered on the island of Spitsbergen, situated between the Norwegian mainland and the North Pole for their last days of packing before setting off to walk to the North Pole.
'Walking with the Wounded' Expedition Photocall, Spitsbergen, Norway - 29 Mar 2011
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'Walking with the Wounded' Expedition Photocall, Spitsbergen, Norway - 29 Mar 2011
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Prince Harry arrives with Marti Hewitt as he joins the Walking with the Wounded team, who have gathered on the island of Spitsbergen, situated between the Norwegian mainland and the North Pole for their last days of packing before setting off to walk to the North Pole.
'Walking with the Wounded' Expedition Photocall, Spitsbergen, Norway - 29 Mar 2011
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ARCHITECTURAL STOCK Education
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Bridge Academy BDP. Multi use games area situated on roof of sports hall. Bridge Academy Laburnum Street Hackney E2 United Kingdom. Completed: 2008. Architect: Bdp
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Fifty years of the Beatles in Hamburg, Germany - 13 Apr 2010
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Beatles Tour Guide Stefanie Hempel performs in front of a plaque commemorating the Star-Club in Hamburg, Gemany. The Beatles played residencies in clubs in Hamburg over 1960 to 1962 and Beatlesplatz is situated at the intersection of the Reeperbahn and Grosser Freiheit.
Fifty years of the Beatles in Hamburg, Germany - 13 Apr 2010
The Beatles played residencies in clubs in Hamburg between 1960 to 1962 and Beatlesplatz is situated at the intersection of the Reeperbahn and Grosser Freiheit.
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GERMANY Dresden
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Nuemarkt Statue of King Friedrich August II by Ernst Julius Handel 1867. Situated in front of the Steinberger Hotel de Saxe. Destination Destinations Deutschland European History Holidaymakers Sachsen Tourism Tourist Western Europe Saxony Sightseeing Tourists History Historic
GERMANY Dresden
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ENGLAND Burnham on Sea
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The lighthouse was built in 1832 and is still in use today it is situated on the sands at Burnham on sea it is an active aid to navigation in the Bristol channel. Sea Seascape Historical wooden timber leading-light beach sandEuropean Great Britain Northern Europe Sand Sandy Beaches Tourism Seaside Shore Tourist Tourists Vacation Scenic UK United Kingdom British Isles Holidaymakers Sand Sandy Beach Tourism Seaside Shore Tourist Tourists Vacation Sightseeing History Historic Salt Water Waves
ENGLAND Burnham on Sea
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MEXICO Chichen Itza
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Ancient columns with curved hieroglyphics on them in front of Templo De Los Guerreros which is situated just next to Chichen Itzas main pyramid at Chichen Itza archeological site. Maya Mayan Toltec History Sun Vacation Holidays Travel Archeology Historical Religion Building Structure Architecture Ancient Exotic Folklore Maya Calendar Monument Human Heritage Temple Construction Equinox Culture Tradition American Indians Indigenous Civilization Wonder of the world Design Philosophy Geometry Mayan Centre Sculpture Hieroglyphics Holly Ground Ruins Pillars Temple of Choc Moo Blue Center Cultural Cultures Destination Destinations Gray Hispanic History Historic Indegent Latin America Latino Mexican Religious
MEXICO Chichen Itza
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Budapest, Hungary - 2009
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The Parliament Builings are situated on the backs of the Danube, Budapest, Hungary. The floodlights are in the colours of the Hungarian Flag
Budapest, Hungary - 2009
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Muscat OMAN
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Mutrah Fort built by the Portuguese in the 1580s situated above town. Illuminated at night with light trails from traffic on the road below lined by street lights. History Middle East Nite Omani Portugese Scenic Muscat OMAN
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Carajas iron ore mine in the Amazon rainforest, Brazil - 26 Jul 2009
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Carajas iron ore mine situated in a deforested area of the Amazon rainforest
Carajas iron ore mine in the Amazon rainforest, Brazil - 26 Jul 2009
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Carajas iron ore mine in the Amazon rainforest, Brazil - 26 Jul 2009
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Carajas iron ore mine situated in a deforested area of the Amazon rainforest
Carajas iron ore mine in the Amazon rainforest, Brazil - 26 Jul 2009
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Vaucluse Provence Cote d Azur FRANCE
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Malaysia and Thailand - 2009
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Diving with sharks, Pulau Payar Marine Park, which is situated in the northern part of the Straits of Malacca. The park covers two nautical miles teeming with colourful marine life which makes it an ideal place for scuba diving, snorkelling and swimming. Koh Tarutao, Malaysia.
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PENINSULAR OF PARADISE
The bustling mix of colours, cultures, cuisines and astounding coastlines that Malaysia reveals to those intrepid enough to uncover its charms prove that one of Asia's lesser-visited countries is in fact one of its most hidden treasures.
First colonized by the Portuguese, Dutch, and then the British, Malaysia preserves the moment in time in which West first met East. Towns such as the former Portuguese port of Melaka and the old British stronghold of Georgetown on the island of Penang are testament to Malaysia's rich historical past that so easily merges with the modern vivacity and energy of present-day Asia.
The raw charm of modern Malaysia - busy, animated, alive with colours, sounds and people - reveal that the country is truly at the crossroads of Asia. The historical confluence of cultures, flavours, and religions evident in the mix of ethnic Chinese, Malay, Indian and Muslim cultures combine to create a Babel of exotic architecture, cuisines and languages.
Malaysia's modern day capital, Kuala Lumpur, is a heady melange of bright lights, modern skyscrapers, traffic jams and onion-shaped Mosque domes. The city's iconic Petronas Towers watch over the brightly coloured headscarves of local women going to market in Little India, the exotic smells of Cantonese food stalls in the thick humid air of Chinatown, and the cries of small street side traders selling yellow, pimpled durians - the national fruit. Malaysia's national flag of bright red and blue primary colours blows in the wind along Merdaka Square, wit...
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Malaysia and Thailand - 2009
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Marine Life, Pulau Payar Marine Park, which is situated in the northern part of the Straits of Malacca. Koh Tarutao, Malaysia., The park covers two nautical miles teeming with colourful marine life which makes it an ideal place for scuba diving, snorkelling and swimming.
Malaysia and Thailand - 2009
PENINSULAR OF PARADISE
The bustling mix of colours, cultures, cuisines and astounding coastlines that Malaysia reveals to those intrepid enough to uncover its charms prove that one of Asia's lesser-visited countries is in fact one of its most hidden treasures.
First colonized by the Portuguese, Dutch, and then the British, Malaysia preserves the moment in time in which West first met East. Towns such as the former Portuguese port of Melaka and the old British stronghold of Georgetown on the island of Penang are testament to Malaysia's rich historical past that so easily merges with the modern vivacity and energy of present-day Asia.
The raw charm of modern Malaysia - busy, animated, alive with colours, sounds and people - reveal that the country is truly at the crossroads of Asia. The historical confluence of cultures, flavours, and religions evident in the mix of ethnic Chinese, Malay, Indian and Muslim cultures combine to create a Babel of exotic architecture, cuisines and languages.
Malaysia's modern day capital, Kuala Lumpur, is a heady melange of bright lights, modern skyscrapers, traffic jams and onion-shaped Mosque domes. The city's iconic Petronas Towers watch over the brightly coloured headscarves of local women going to market in Little India, the exotic smells of Cantonese food stalls in the thick humid air of Chinatown, and the cries of small street side traders selling yellow, pimpled durians - the national fruit. Malaysia's national flag of bright red and blue primary colours blows in the wind along Merdaka Square, with its ...
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Austria Vienna
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Part view of statue of Mark Antony seated in chariot by Arthur Strasser 1899. Situated outside the Secession Building. Austria Austrian Republic Vienna Viennese Wien Europe European City Capita Statue Figure Chariot Mark Anthony Seated Arthur Strasser 1899 Metall Destination Destinations Osterreich Viena Western Europe
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--The famous 'Wecome to Fabulous Las Vegas' sign situated on the south end of Las Vegas Boulevard ("the strip") in Las Vegas, Nevada, America
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Bavaria, Germany
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The Rococo interior of the pilgrimage church of Wies, designed by Dominikus Zimmermann in 1740, and is situated at the foothills of the Alps in the Steingaden municipality of the Weilheim-Schongau district of Bavaria. Bavaria, Germany.
Bavaria, Germany
THE MAGIC OF BAVARIA
Lederhosen, schnitzel and beer can, of course, be found in abundance in Bavaria, but this German state also has much, much more to offer the traveller.
Think breathtaking alpine scenery, quaint towns and historical cities, fairytale castles and historic customs and traditions - Germany's largest bundesland has it all.
Situated in the south-east of the country, Bavaria extends from the North German Plain down into the Alps.
It shares international borders with the Czech Republic and Austria as well as with Switzerland. The awe inspiring Bavarian Alps define the border with Austria and within the range is the highest peak in Germany, the Zugspitze.
Along with the Rheinland and Berlin, Bavaria is Germany's most popular tourist destination and it isn't hard to see why.
The town of Mittenwald is situated in the Valley of the River Isar and is one of the best known tourist places in the Bavarian Alps. The town is famous for the manufacture of violins, violas and cellos, and its streets are littered with handcrafted signs advertising where the instruments are for sale.
The most significant landmark in the village is the pink colored Roman Catholic church of Saints Peter and Paul, which is typical of the region. The Bavarians have a long history of decorating the exteriors of their houses and businesses with both religious and historic paintings. And the church in Mittenwald, as well as many of the surrounding buildings, is decorated with elaborate paintings on its exterior walls.
Fussen is a small enchanting town, rich in culture and art, that is l...
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Chiang Mai, Thailand
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The artistically designed Buak Hat Park in Chiang Mai is situated on Bamnung Buri Road and is considered as the most famous picnic spot for the locals and tourists alike. Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
CHARMED BY CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai is Thailand's "Rose of the North" - so called because of the abundance of flowers that thrive in its cooler mountain climate.
And the city itself has its own fair share of outstanding natural beauty, not to mention friendly locals; if you want to get away from busy Bangkok, but still want to stay in a big city with lots of things to do, Chiang Mai is the place to be.
Chiang Mai is the largest and most culturally significant city in northern Thailand, and is the capital of Chiang Mai Province.
In recent years Chiang Mai has become an increasingly modern city, although it still lacks the cosmopolitan nature of Bangkok. However, its multitude of attractions still attract thousands of foreign visitors each year.
And long before this influx of modern foreign visitors, the city served as an important centre for handcrafted goods, umbrellas, jewelry (particularly silver) and woodcarving because of its strategic location on an ancient trade route.
Chiang Mai was founded in 1296 by King Mengrai with the help of two of his royal friends; it soon became capital of the old Lanna kingdom. Its somewhat isolated location, amidst the rolling foot hills of the Himalayan Mountains 700 km north of Bangkok, meant that up until the 1920s the city could only be reached by an arduous river journey or an elephant back trip. This isolation has helped keep Chiang Mai's distinctive charm intact to this day.
When he first built the city, King Mengrai constructed a moat and a wall around it to protect it against raids from Burma. Chiang Mai literally means "New Walled City". Thou...
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Chiang Mai, Thailand
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Leon Schadeberg / Rex Features ( 773740FV )
The artistically designed Buak Hat Park in Chiang Mai is situated on Bamnung Buri Road and is considered as the most famous picnic spot for the locals and tourists alike. Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
CHARMED BY CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai is Thailand's "Rose of the North" - so called because of the abundance of flowers that thrive in its cooler mountain climate.
And the city itself has its own fair share of outstanding natural beauty, not to mention friendly locals; if you want to get away from busy Bangkok, but still want to stay in a big city with lots of things to do, Chiang Mai is the place to be.
Chiang Mai is the largest and most culturally significant city in northern Thailand, and is the capital of Chiang Mai Province.
In recent years Chiang Mai has become an increasingly modern city, although it still lacks the cosmopolitan nature of Bangkok. However, its multitude of attractions still attract thousands of foreign visitors each year.
And long before this influx of modern foreign visitors, the city served as an important centre for handcrafted goods, umbrellas, jewelry (particularly silver) and woodcarving because of its strategic location on an ancient trade route.
Chiang Mai was founded in 1296 by King Mengrai with the help of two of his royal friends; it soon became capital of the old Lanna kingdom. Its somewhat isolated location, amidst the rolling foot hills of the Himalayan Mountains 700 km north of Bangkok, meant that up until the 1920s the city could only be reached by an arduous river journey or an elephant back trip. This isolation has helped keep Chiang Mai's distinctive charm intact to this day.
When he first built the city, King Mengrai constructed a moat and a wall around it to protect it against raids from Burma. Chiang Mai literally means "New Walled City". Thou...
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Chiang Mai, Thailand
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Leon Schadeberg / Rex Features ( 773740CV )
The artistically designed Buak Hat Park in Chiang Mai is situated on Bamnung Buri Road and is considered as the most famous picnic spot for the locals and tourists alike. Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
CHARMED BY CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai is Thailand's "Rose of the North" - so called because of the abundance of flowers that thrive in its cooler mountain climate.
And the city itself has its own fair share of outstanding natural beauty, not to mention friendly locals; if you want to get away from busy Bangkok, but still want to stay in a big city with lots of things to do, Chiang Mai is the place to be.
Chiang Mai is the largest and most culturally significant city in northern Thailand, and is the capital of Chiang Mai Province.
In recent years Chiang Mai has become an increasingly modern city, although it still lacks the cosmopolitan nature of Bangkok. However, its multitude of attractions still attract thousands of foreign visitors each year.
And long before this influx of modern foreign visitors, the city served as an important centre for handcrafted goods, umbrellas, jewelry (particularly silver) and woodcarving because of its strategic location on an ancient trade route.
Chiang Mai was founded in 1296 by King Mengrai with the help of two of his royal friends; it soon became capital of the old Lanna kingdom. Its somewhat isolated location, amidst the rolling foot hills of the Himalayan Mountains 700 km north of Bangkok, meant that up until the 1920s the city could only be reached by an arduous river journey or an elephant back trip. This isolation has helped keep Chiang Mai's distinctive charm intact to this day.
When he first built the city, King Mengrai constructed a moat and a wall around it to protect it against raids from Burma. Chiang Mai literally means "New Walled City". Thou...
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Chiang Mai, Thailand
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The artistically designed Buak Hat Park in Chiang Mai is situated on Bamnung Buri Road and is considered as the most famous picnic spot for the locals and tourists alike. Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
CHARMED BY CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai is Thailand's "Rose of the North" - so called because of the abundance of flowers that thrive in its cooler mountain climate.
And the city itself has its own fair share of outstanding natural beauty, not to mention friendly locals; if you want to get away from busy Bangkok, but still want to stay in a big city with lots of things to do, Chiang Mai is the place to be.
Chiang Mai is the largest and most culturally significant city in northern Thailand, and is the capital of Chiang Mai Province.
In recent years Chiang Mai has become an increasingly modern city, although it still lacks the cosmopolitan nature of Bangkok. However, its multitude of attractions still attract thousands of foreign visitors each year.
And long before this influx of modern foreign visitors, the city served as an important centre for handcrafted goods, umbrellas, jewelry (particularly silver) and woodcarving because of its strategic location on an ancient trade route.
Chiang Mai was founded in 1296 by King Mengrai with the help of two of his royal friends; it soon became capital of the old Lanna kingdom. Its somewhat isolated location, amidst the rolling foot hills of the Himalayan Mountains 700 km north of Bangkok, meant that up until the 1920s the city could only be reached by an arduous river journey or an elephant back trip. This isolation has helped keep Chiang Mai's distinctive charm intact to this day.
When he first built the city, King Mengrai constructed a moat and a wall around it to protect it against raids from Burma. Chiang Mai literally means "New Walled City". Thou...
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Chiang Mai, Thailand
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Leon Schadeberg / Rex Features ( 773740CT )
The artistically designed Buak Hat Park in Chiang Mai is situated on Bamnung Buri Road and is considered as the most famous picnic spot for the locals and tourists alike. Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
CHARMED BY CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai is Thailand's "Rose of the North" - so called because of the abundance of flowers that thrive in its cooler mountain climate.
And the city itself has its own fair share of outstanding natural beauty, not to mention friendly locals; if you want to get away from busy Bangkok, but still want to stay in a big city with lots of things to do, Chiang Mai is the place to be.
Chiang Mai is the largest and most culturally significant city in northern Thailand, and is the capital of Chiang Mai Province.
In recent years Chiang Mai has become an increasingly modern city, although it still lacks the cosmopolitan nature of Bangkok. However, its multitude of attractions still attract thousands of foreign visitors each year.
And long before this influx of modern foreign visitors, the city served as an important centre for handcrafted goods, umbrellas, jewelry (particularly silver) and woodcarving because of its strategic location on an ancient trade route.
Chiang Mai was founded in 1296 by King Mengrai with the help of two of his royal friends; it soon became capital of the old Lanna kingdom. Its somewhat isolated location, amidst the rolling foot hills of the Himalayan Mountains 700 km north of Bangkok, meant that up until the 1920s the city could only be reached by an arduous river journey or an elephant back trip. This isolation has helped keep Chiang Mai's distinctive charm intact to this day.
When he first built the city, King Mengrai constructed a moat and a wall around it to protect it against raids from Burma. Chiang Mai literally means "New Walled City". Thou...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/AYASQCV
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Chiang Mai, Thailand
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Leon Schadeberg / Rex Features ( 773740CS )
The artistically designed Buak Hat Park in Chiang Mai is situated on Bamnung Buri Road and is considered as the most famous picnic spot for the locals and tourists alike. Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
CHARMED BY CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai is Thailand's "Rose of the North" - so called because of the abundance of flowers that thrive in its cooler mountain climate.
And the city itself has its own fair share of outstanding natural beauty, not to mention friendly locals; if you want to get away from busy Bangkok, but still want to stay in a big city with lots of things to do, Chiang Mai is the place to be.
Chiang Mai is the largest and most culturally significant city in northern Thailand, and is the capital of Chiang Mai Province.
In recent years Chiang Mai has become an increasingly modern city, although it still lacks the cosmopolitan nature of Bangkok. However, its multitude of attractions still attract thousands of foreign visitors each year.
And long before this influx of modern foreign visitors, the city served as an important centre for handcrafted goods, umbrellas, jewelry (particularly silver) and woodcarving because of its strategic location on an ancient trade route.
Chiang Mai was founded in 1296 by King Mengrai with the help of two of his royal friends; it soon became capital of the old Lanna kingdom. Its somewhat isolated location, amidst the rolling foot hills of the Himalayan Mountains 700 km north of Bangkok, meant that up until the 1920s the city could only be reached by an arduous river journey or an elephant back trip. This isolation has helped keep Chiang Mai's distinctive charm intact to this day.
When he first built the city, King Mengrai constructed a moat and a wall around it to protect it against raids from Burma. Chiang Mai literally means "New Walled City". Thou...
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Chiapas, Mexico
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San Cristobal de las Casas is a city situated in the central highlands of the Mexican state of Chiapas. Province of Chiapas, Mexico.
Chiapas, Mexico
MAYAN MYSTICISM IN CHIAPAS
Visitors to the Mexican state of Chiapas are guaranteed a trip drenched in Mayan mysticism, as well as unfettered access to lovely hotels, colonial towns and indigenous cultures.
The Pacific Coast state also benefits from an abundance of lush green fields, forests and jungles, fresh air, unique flora and fauna and rare species.
Many ethnic groups live in Chiapas and each has kept their traditions, languages and folklore alive. Their economy is based on cultivation - corn, beans, squash, potatoes, vegetables, pears, tomatoes and other plants - and raising animals such as pigs and poultry. And the colourful costumes of each group are just as varied as the countryside that surrounds them.
Due to this ethnic tradition Chiapas is also famous for its handcrafts. The Tojolabals make various articles in wood and clay; the Lacandons produce reed flutes, hammocks, nets, leather bags, polished and decorated gourds, clay dolls and necklaces of seeds; while the Zoques are masters at weaving baskets and making toys.
Surrounded by dozens of traditional Tzotzil and Tzeltal villages, the city of San Cristobal de Las Casas is at the heart of one of the most deeply rooted indigenous areas in Mexico. Set in a gorgeous highland valley, the colonial city has been a popular travelers' destination for decades. This makes it both an excellent base for local and regional exploration and a place where ancient customs coexist with modern luxuries. Many people who visit Chiapas stay in the town and use it as a base-camp to explore the surrounding area.
However, San Cristobal is an interesting city in its own right, with a rich history. It's a pleasure to explore the city...
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Belfast IRELAND
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Donegall Quay The Big Fish Sculpture by John Kindness. The scales of the fish are pieces of printed blue tiles with details of Belfasts history. The 10 metre long structure is situated beside the Lagan Weir opposite the old Custom House. IRELAND
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Belfast IRELAND
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Donegall Quay The Big Fish Sculpture by John Kindness. The scales of the fish are pieces of printed blue tiles with details of Belfasts history. The 10 metre long structure is situated beside the Lagan Weir opposite the old Custom House IRELAND
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MEXICO - COLONIAL CITIES
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Hotel 'Meson de Santa Rosa', Queretaro, is situated in a lovely colonial building, which has been converted into suites only hotel, with outdoor terraces that provide the patio for the restaurant
MEXICO - COLONIAL CITIES
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