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The Palace Museum (Forbidden City)
Located in the center of Beijing, China, the Palace Museum was built in 1420. It was the royal palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties and the largest and best-preserved wooden palace complex in the world. The Palace Museum not only has a spectacular…
(The Palace Museum / Forbidden City）
The Palace Museum is located in the center of Beijing, China. It was built in 1420 and was the royal palace of the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is also the largest and best-preserved wooden palace complex in the world.
Goal 11: Make…
(The Palace Museum / Forbidden City）
The Palace Museum is located in the center of Beijing, China. It was built in 1420. It is the royal palace of the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties and is also the largest and best-preserved wooden palace complex in the world. The Palace Museum…
(the palace museum/forbidden city)
The Palace Museum is located in the center of Beijing, China. It was built in 1420. It is the royal palace of the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties and is also the largest and best-preserved wooden palace complex in the world. The Palace Museum…
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A photograph showing a remaining Berlin Wall section at Niederkirchnerstraße
Abernethy 2017
The beautiful village of Abernethy, home to one of only two remaining round towers in Scotland.
African Penguin Colony sign
Sign warning to proceed past beyond this point to protect the African Penguin colony on the island, and to report any sightings of injured birds.
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Bamburgh Castle
Overlooking the North Sea, this castle has had its fair share of battles throughout British history. Previously seating Northumbrian kinds, the castle was invaded by Vikings and endured shifts in British political history as a significant stronghold…
Berlinermauer
A photograph showing the Berlin Wall in 1986.
Colosseum
Home of spectacular gladiatorial battles and spectacles, this structure is a reminder of the power of imperial Rome. Despite being damaged, ransacked and looted throughout time, the Colosseum still stands as one of the 7 wonders of the world and one…
Example of a Neon Sign in Hong Kong
The use of neon signs as an advertising method for shops increased post-war in the 1950s, alongside a boom in incoming migration and setting up of shops and stores. As business owners typically planned for their businesses to be passed on through…
Forth Bridge
A photograph showing the whole of the Forth Bridge from a diagonal onlook position on the banks of the Forth of Firth, on a sunny but mildly cloudy day.
Forth Bridge
A photograph showing the whole of the Forth Bridge from a diagonal onlook position on the banks of the Forth of Firth, on a sunny but mildly cloudy day.
Forth Bridge
A photograph showing the whole of the Forth Bridge from a diagonal onlook position on the banks of the Forth of Firth, on a sunny but mildly cloudy day.
Forth Bridge
A black and white photo from the late 1800s showing the Forth Bridge under construction.
Forth Bridge 2022
A photograph showing the whole of the Forth Bridge from a diagonal onlook position on the banks of the Forth of Firth, on a sunny but mildly cloudy day.
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park, established as the first national park in the world in 1872, remains a vital representation of natural preservation. The park’s boundaries span the states of Wyoming, Montana and Idaho and has become an emblem of…
Hampi Bazaar
View of Hampi Bazaar from Matanga Hill
Hampi ruins
Hampi, Karnataka, India. One of the many Vijayanagara market ruins in the boulder strewn landscape, with Tungabhadra River in the background
Hongcun
Hongcun Village is an administrative village located in Hongcun Town, Yi County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province, China. It sits at the foot of Huangshan Mountain in southern Anhui Province. On November 30, 2000, Hongcun was inscribed on the UNESCO…
Jatiluwih rice terraces, Subak, Bali
The Jatiluwih rice terraces comprise over 600 hectares of rice fields following the flowing hillside topography of the Batukaru mountain range. These are well-maintained by traditional water management cooperatives dating back to the 9th…
Jiuzhaigou_Valley
Jiuzhaigou Valley is located within Sichuan Province, China, and has gained a widespread reputation for its unparalleled natural scenery. Here, there are colorful lakes, multi-layered waterfalls with a well-arranged layout, and unique limestone…
Jiuzhaigou_Valley
Jiuzhaigou Valley is located within Sichuan Province, China, and has gained a widespread reputation for its unparalleled natural scenery. Here, there are colorful lakes, multi-layered waterfalls with a well-arranged layout, and unique limestone…
Komodo Island
Komodo National Park is a UNESCO World heritage site in Indonesia which in 1980 was created by the Indonesian government in order to protect the komodo dragon (UNESCO World Heritage Centre, 2010). Komodo national park has over 1,000 species of…
Krishna Pushkarani, Hampi
The sacred pushkarani, or tank, located on the eastern side of Krishna temple in Hampi, India, seen in early morning light. An example of water tank design of the Vijayanagar Empire.
Loulan Ancient city
The Loulan Kingdom was an ancient oasis city along the Silk Road in northwest China, thriving from the 2nd century BCE to the 3rd century CE. Its remains, including Buddhist stupas and wooden tablets, bear witness to the cultural interactions between…
Loulan city China Xinjiang Urumqi Welcome you to tour the - panoramio
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Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is a 15th-century Inca citadel located in the Andes Mountains of Peru, at an altitude of approximately 2,430 meters above sea level. Believed to have been built as an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacuti, the site remained unknown to…
Maximum Security Prison, Robben Island
A photograph showing the entrance to Robben Island.
Murray's Bay Harbour Sea View
A view of the breakwater out of Murray's Bay Harbour
Murray's Bay Harbour Sea View
A view of the breakwater out of Murray's Bay Harbour
Nüshu is a women's-only script that was passed down from mothers to their daughters in feudal-society China
Nüshu, a script exclusive to women, was traditionally transmitted from mothers to daughters in feudal China.
Narasimha Statue, Hampi
Yoga-Narasimha monolith carved in-situ at the Krishna Temple, Hampi, Karnataka, India
Night view of a street adorned with neon signs in Hong Kong
The use of neon signs as an advertising method for shops increased post-war in the 1950s, alongside a boom in incoming migration and setting up of shops and stores. As business owners typically planned for their businesses to be passed on through…
Penguins Laying Down
Part of the African (or Jackass) Penguin breeding colony at Robben Island, Cape Town South Africa.
Penguins on Robben Island
A picture of African penguins on a beach on Robben Island
Phuktal Gompa, Zanskar, Ladakh, India
The Phuktal Monastery is built around a natural cave, which is believed to have been visited by numerous sages, scholars, translators, and monks around 2,550 years ago. The remote location of the monastery was ideal for monks looking for peace and…
Pompeii
The ancient city of Pompeii, located in modern-day Italy, is one of the most significant archaeological sites in the world. It was buried under volcanic ash during Mount Vesuvius' eruption in 79 AD, preserving buildings, artifacts and human remains…
Prior John Bissett
Audio recording of Prof Micheal Brown (University of St Andrews)
Subject: Prior John Bissett of St Andrews Cathedral
Protective Town of San Miguel and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco
The Protective Town of San Miguel de Allende and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco represent exceptional examples of 18th-century Mexican Baroque architecture and cultural fusion. Established in the 16th century along the Royal Route, San…
Protective Town of San Miguel and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco
The Protective Town of San Miguel de Allende and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco represent exceptional examples of 18th-century Mexican Baroque architecture and cultural fusion. Established in the 16th century along the Royal Route, San…
Protective Town of San Miguel and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco
The Protective Town of San Miguel de Allende and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco represent exceptional examples of 18th-century Mexican Baroque architecture and cultural fusion. Established in the 16th century along the Royal Route, San…
Protective Town of San Miguel and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco
The Protective Town of San Miguel de Allende and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco represent exceptional examples of 18th-century Mexican Baroque architecture and cultural fusion. Established in the 16th century along the Royal Route, San…
Protective Town of San Miguel and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco
The Protective Town of San Miguel de Allende and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco represent exceptional examples of 18th-century Mexican Baroque architecture and cultural fusion. Established in the 16th century along the Royal Route, San…
Protective Town of San Miguel and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco
The Protective Town of San Miguel de Allende and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco represent exceptional examples of 18th-century Mexican Baroque architecture and cultural fusion. Established in the 16th century along the Royal Route, San…
Protective Town of San Miguel and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco
The Protective Town of San Miguel de Allende and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco represent exceptional examples of 18th-century Mexican Baroque architecture and cultural fusion. Established in the 16th century along the Royal Route, San…
Protective Town of San Miguel and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco
The Protective Town of San Miguel de Allende and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco represent exceptional examples of 18th-century Mexican Baroque architecture and cultural fusion. Established in the 16th century along the Royal Route, San…
Protective Town of San Miguel and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco
The Protective Town of San Miguel de Allende and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco represent exceptional examples of 18th-century Mexican Baroque architecture and cultural fusion. Established in the 16th century along the Royal Route, San…
Protective Town of San Miguel and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco
The Protective Town of San Miguel de Allende and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco represent exceptional examples of 18th-century Mexican Baroque architecture and cultural fusion. Established in the 16th century along the Royal Route, San…
Qinghai Hoh Xil
Qinghai Hoh Xil, situated in the northeastern part of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, is one of the world’s largest, highest, and youngest plateaus. Covering an area of 3,735,632 hectares with a 2,290,904-hectare buffer zone, it consists of vast alpine…
Robben Island - Cape Town, South Africa
A photograph showing an overhead view of the entirety of Robben Island, with mainland in the background.
Roman Colosseum
An iconic Roman amphitheatre and revolutionary for its time. Capable of housing over 50,000 onlookers at its peak, it was known for bloody gladiatorial contests, spectacles and naval battles. Throughout time, the Colosseum has been affected by…
Royal Albert Dock
The Royal Albert docks were an important maritime centre and strategic war hub. Opened in 1846, the Docks has become iconic for its artistic attractions, bars and culture. The docks received royal recognition in 1988 for its maritime history and…
Satellite View of Murray's Bay Harbour
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A satellite view of Murray's Bay Harbour
Sichuan Panda Sanctuaries
The Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuary is located in Sichuan Province, China, including Wolong, Siguniang Mountain and Jiajin Mountain. This area has a diverse ecosystem and has the largest population of giant pandas in the world and many rare animal and…
St Andrews Cathedral in the Snow
Drone footage of St Andrews Cathedral on a snow day in 2018 by OVW Team members Dr John McCaffery and Dr Chris Davies. Music credits: St Salvators Choir: Kyrie Chant
St Salvators North Street View
Image of Virtual reconstruction created in Unreal Engine by Sarah Kennedy, OVW Team. 2018
Terracotta Army, China
The Terracotta Army is a collection of life-sized terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. Discovered in 1974 near Xi'an in Shaanxi Province, this archaeological marvel dates to 210-209 BCE and was…
The Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, are one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the Xishan Grottoes, Dongshan Grottoes, Baiyuan Garden, and Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs…
The Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, are one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the Xishan Grottoes, Dongshan Grottoes, Baiyuan Garden, and Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs…
The Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, are one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the Xishan Grottoes, Dongshan Grottoes, Baiyuan Garden, and Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs…
The Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, are one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the Xishan Grottoes, Dongshan Grottoes, Baiyuan Garden, and Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs…
The Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, are one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the Xishan Grottoes, Dongshan Grottoes, Baiyuan Garden, and Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs…
The Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, are one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the Xishan Grottoes, Dongshan Grottoes, Baiyuan Garden, and Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs…
The Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, are one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the Xishan Grottoes, Dongshan Grottoes, Baiyuan Garden, and Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs…
The Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, are one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the Xishan Grottoes, Dongshan Grottoes, Baiyuan Garden, and Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs…
The Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, are one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the Xishan Grottoes, Dongshan Grottoes, Baiyuan Garden, and Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs…
the Longmen Grottoes
The exhibition is to introduce the Longmen Grottoes. The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, is one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the West Hill Grottoes, the East Hill Grottoes, Baiyuan…
the Longmen Grottoes
The exhibition is to introduce the Longmen Grottoes. The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, is one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the West Hill Grottoes, the East Hill Grottoes, Baiyuan…