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One of the more prominent natural features of Paris is the 130 metre high Montmartre and it is the site of one of the more recognisable symbols of the city, Sacré Cœur. These two iconic features of Paris are a must for any visitor to the ‘City of Lights’; they are located on the Right Bank just north of the city in the 18th arrondissement.
The capital of Sweden, Stockholm, is an architecturally and culturally beautiful place set at the point where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic Sea and its central district is set on 14 islands. Stockholm also includes the archipelago (Skärgård) that spreads out 60+ km into the Baltic Sea. A most unique and beautiful city that should be high on anyone’s list of travel destinations.
Sweden has a reputation for very beautiful ladies and one that certain measures up the this typecast is its capital Stockholm; one of the most beautiful capital in all of Europe. Whether it is highlighting the beautiful building designs and colours in summer or creating sensational winter scenes of snow covered streets illuminated by street lights, it is a city to behold.
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The beautiful wooded region of Medelpad south of the Ljungan (river) is a region that rises towards the mountains that border with Häsingland. In there is an area of enchantment around the beautiful lakes.. with green mossy forests full of wonderful mushrooms and berries. And in there is a place know to some simple as Berget.(hills or mountains)
Most cities and countries have them but very few deliver as well as Skansen; in fact the word commonly used as a European noun that means outdoor museum. Its creator, Artur Hazelius, was observant enough to see that the industrial revolution of the 1800’s was to the detriment of rural life and as such there was a need for cultural preservation of the traditions of Sweden and hence the concept of Skansen was born.
Sweden Jamtland adventure (Jämtland äventyr): Looking for one of the great journeys of central Sweden? This road trip lets the visitor explore the wonderful Norrland taking in Östersund and the wonderful landscapes of medelpad and Jamtland (Jämtland) to the spectacular mountains and lakes around Åre; with a quick look at Norway (Norge).
Ostersund Sweden (Östersund): The beautiful Jämtland city of Östersund is situated on the spectacular Lake Storsjön and is about half way between Sundsvall on the Swedish east coast and the border with Norway. Ostersun is know as the Vinterstaden (Winter City) and is home to many of Sweden’s top winter Olympians as it boast amazing facilities and suitable winter sport climate and is located about 1 hour from Åre, a great winter destination.
The southern area of Gotland, ‘Sudret’, south of Hemse and ‘Storsudret’ south of Havdhem, hosts a diverse landscape that seems to be green and more lush than the more northern parts.. Gotland is an amazing Swedish island situated in the Baltic Sea between Sweden and Finland with a population of around 60,000. The county Gotlands län is made up of the main island and several smaller ones including Fårön, Gotska Sandön, and Karlsö. On highlight (of many) is the walled capital of Visby... truly picture postcard stuff.
Gotland Sweden; the beautiful area around eksta on the west coast (västkusten) of Gotland is host to beautiful nature reserves and a wonderful coastal drive from Hammarudd all the way up to Visby. The trip takes in some wonderful coastal vistas of Gotland, swimming spots and some fabulous fishing villages and huts. Gotland is an amazing Swedish island situated in the Baltic Sea between Sweden and Finland with a population of around 60,000. The county Gotlands län is made up of the main island and several smaller ones including Fårön, Gotska Sandön, and Karlsö. On highlight (of many) is the walled capital of Visby... truly picture postcard stuff.
Visby: Gotland has a very pretty capital; The wonderful walled city of Visby should be high on any traveller’s wish list. Gotland is an amazing Swedish island situated in the Baltic Sea between Sweden and Finland with a population of around 60,000. The county 'Gotlands län' is made up of the main island and several smaller ones including Fårön, Gotska Sandön, and Karlsö. Gotland is easily reached by plane or there is a car ferry running from mainland Sweden (Nynäshamn or Oskarshamn) to Gotland. It is truly unique and has one of the prettiest ‘old town’ areas there is; so unique that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site… and the reason for that is apparent with any visit to the wonderful city. The beautiful Ringmuren (the wall around the town) was build in the 13th century incorporates over 40 turreted towers and stretches over 5 kilometres around the port city.
Fårö (Gotland Sweden) is an island on the northern tip of Gotland and is easily reached by ferry. While it is only about 5 minutes by ferry, the island is very different to the rest of Gotland. Faro is the famous home of the late Ingmar Bergman; world famous Swedish movie director, writer and producer of film, stage and television. Fårö is also famous for the Raukar (limestone sea-stacks) that line the north coast that provide an amazing site and are beautifully complimented by the man-made cairns. Gotland is easily reached by plane or there is a car ferry running from mainland Sweden (Nynäshamn or Oskarshamn) to Gotland (Visby)
Sundsvall hosts one of the prettiest town centres there is; though not by original design as the town. Sundsvall, which was first chartered in the early 1600's, has experience several devastating fires but like a phoenix, Sundsvall rose out of the ashes and the beautiful architecture of the town is the result of rebuilding after the 1888 fire.
Sundsvall is the capital of Norrland and is beautifully set on the Selångerån River between two hills, Norra Berget (North Mountain) and Södra Berget. Sundsvall grew as a centre for the Swedish forestry industry and town is reputed to be where Swedish industrialisation started with the introduction of steam powered saw mills.
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La Tour Eiffel (The Eiffel Tower) is one of the truly great iconic landmarks in the world; it is one of the many things that symbolises Paris. Built as apart of the 1889 World Fair, and was only intended to be part of the Parisien skyline for 20 years; 118 years later, the 'Iron Lady' remains one of the most beautiful and recognised structures in the world.
"Sign Sign everywhere a sign" so goes the song penned by the Five Man Electrical Band. Street signs are wonderful elements for photography as they can put context to the image and while the scenery may not be immediately identifiable, the placement of a sign within the photograph puts an unmistakable 'accent' to the picture.
Photographie de Paris (Paris photography) always exhibits a timeless beauty. The city of Paris is full of the verve and energy of life; and the streets are alive with people being people. Around Saint Germaine Saint Martin, Passy, Place des Vosges, Montmartre, along Parisian streets like there are photographic subjects and wonderful compositions to be had.
One of the best things about a visit to Paris has to be the ease at which the city can be explored; its is a compact city (only about 10km across) and can easily be walked but, one of the best things about this wonderful city is the Paris Métro. The efficiency by which it transports people around the city is the envy of other international cities; not only is it well planned but the beautiful architecture (mostly Art Nouveau) of the stations makes a trip on the Paris Metro a must for any visitor to Paris.
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Melbourne, the food and fashion capital of Australia, presents the visitor with a myriad of things to do and see; and many unique vistas for the photographer. Much is made if its rivalry with its northern cousin Sydney but there really cannot be any comparisons as each city has its own unique qualities and stand on their own as marvellous Australia cities.
Melbourne presents itself as a very cosmopolitan city with a lovely multicultural fabric that makes the city of Melbourne a pleasure to visit and it is not only about sport. The European feel to the city (in a similar vein to Stockholm or Paris) with its restaurants cafes and wonderful laneways provides for a easy and pleasurable experience around the city as well as St Kilda, South Yarra and Carlton. Add to this that it is the fashion capital of Australia (not to mention the sports capital as well).
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Sydney is one of those cities that as soon as you get a glimpse of the harbour that you know that you are in an international city; and like many other iconic cities (Paris - Stockholm etc) photography subjects are everywhere. The icon that is the Sydney Harbour Bridge presses that feeling home immediately as it is one of the worlds most recognised icons; whether it is bathed in fireworks on New Years Eve or just providing a back drop for the Harbour itself or the magnificent Sydney Opera House The Opera House is also one of those surreal experiences when you first lay your eyes on it.
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