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The Alhambra, with its continuous occupation over time, is currently the only preserved palatine city of the Islamic period. It constitutes the best example of Nasrid art in its architecture and decorative aspects. The Generalife Garden and its…

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Architecture photo of Alhambra.

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Character research and creation.

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The Aletsch Glacier is a major tourist attraction, and an example of natural heritage, located in Switzlerland. It is home to various rare animal and plant species, offering breathtaking views of the ice formations in the surrounding landscapes.…

The Royal Alcázar of Seville is one of the oldest palaces still in use in the world. A palace that has experienced different stages throughout time, from the late 11th century to the present day, and from its walls has witnessed the influence of the…

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The Alabama Music Hall of Fame is a museum in Tuscumbia, Alabama, USA that showcases important contributions Alabama musicians have made to the musical and cultural landscape of the state of Alabama and the United States, and the worldwide impact…

Al-Aḥsāʾ (Arabic: الْأَحْسَاء, al-ʾAhsā), also known as al-Ḥasāʾ (الْحَسَاء) or Hajar (هَجَر), is a traditional oasis historical region in eastern Saudi Arabia whose name is used by the Al-Ahsa Governorate, which makes up much of that country's…

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This is a picture taken by a user on their Nokia phone in 2007

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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.

Afghan carpet weaving has a rich history, with women being the one predominantly weaving these carpets. Their skills are known throughout the world. Afghan carpets are defined by using local, all natural materials, mostly wool, dyed bright colours…

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The most famous pond in Huwon, the secret garden.

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The most famous pond in Huwon, the secret garden.

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The most famous pond in Huwon, the secret garden.

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The most famous pond in Huwon, the secret garden.

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An aerial view of the Calanais Standing Stones taken in 2008, showing the stone circle and the rows and avenues of standing stones around it.

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Aerial photo of the southern end of the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress.

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The Acropolis of Athens, an ancient citadel located in Athens, Greece, originates from the 5th century BCE and covers an area of roughly 170 by 350 meters. This site is celebrated as the cradle of classical Greek thought and art, featuring monumental…

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The Acropolis of Athens, an ancient citadel located in Athens, Greece, originates from the 5th century BCE and covers an area of roughly 170 by 350 meters. This site is celebrated as the cradle of classical Greek thought and art, featuring monumental…

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A picture of walkable portion of the Acheron river.

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Acheron River holds significant cultural value in Greece. Starting from the top of Tomaros Mountains in Ioannina and ending in the Ionian Sea, in Homer's Odyssey, it was the river used to travel to the underworld. Due to this nature of the river, the…

The Abu Simbel Temples, dedicated to Pharaoh Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari, stand as colossal rock-cut structures in southern Egypt. Carved into the mountainside, they exemplify the grandeur of ancient Egyptian art and religious devotion. The…

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The Abu Simbel Temples, dedicated to Pharaoh Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari, stand as colossal rock-cut structures in southern Egypt. Carved into the mountainside, they exemplify the grandeur of ancient Egyptian art and religious devotion. The…

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This video features the traditional Scottish Gaelic song "Abhainn An T Sluaigh", which translates as "The Crowded River". It is a folk melody rooted in Celtic oral traditions, reflecting the linguistic and musical heritage of the…

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The beautiful village of Abernethy, home to one of only two remaining round towers in Scotland.

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In 1072 the small Scottish village of Abernethy was the site of a meeting between the King of Scots, Malcolm Canmore, and William of Normandy (who had recently conquered England). In a show of force William brought a fleet of ships up the River Tay,…

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The Roman Empire left behind incredible architectural and cultural legacies, but much of Roman daily life has been lost to time. This project aims to digitally reconstruct a Roman square using immersive 3D environments and AI-powered characters —…

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"This drawing was by a J. Mc [?], the rest of the name now being lost. It may date from 1807. This picture, although labelled Stenness, may actually be a representation of the Ring of Brodgar, further along the same track" - National Library of…

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A local resident wearing traditional dress attends the festival.

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A local resident wearing traditional dress attends the festival.

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A Hyacinth Macaw, the largest flying parrot species in its natural habitat, Brazil’s Pantanal. Natural to South America, the Hyacinth Macaw is a vulnerable species whose presence in the Pantanal reflects the region's vital role in supporting…

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"This is a high resolution model of one face of a standing stone that forms part of the Ring of Brodgar Stone Circle, Orkney. This stone has been incised with numerous names, initials and dates. A few place names also feature - Evie appears at least…

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3D model demonstrating what the Standing Stones of Stenness look like today and also showing where the missing stones would have been placed, as there are only four out of twelve left.

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"Ring of Brodgar, Orkney. Slightly unfinished model made from over 500 pole-camera photos." - eddiemartin An unfinished model of the Ring of Brodgar, which appears to show what the monument looked like in 2015 as it does not show the missing…

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A 3D model illustrating the central stone circle of the Calanais Standing Stones, along with the chambered cairn and rows and avenues of standing stones. Is it thought that the stone circle and its central stone circle was erected first around…

A 360 tour taken from Gorham's Cave's Viewing Platform. The platform was created to allow visitors to view the entrances of Gorham's Cave Complex from the mainland, and to provide information on the heritage site. Gorham's Cave Complex is a UNESCO…

Virtual digital interpretation inspired by a collection of photos from various locations within the camp during the Civil War. Created to give a greater understanding of the scale and layout of the camp during its use. All black and white photos are…

360 Tour of Village Bay, St Kilda as it may have looked in 1890 based on photographic evidence and documentation.

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Whithorn has been a benchmark in archaeology, particularly thanks to the extensive research dig carried on in the 1980s by Peter Hill and his team. The stratigraphy of the site and the extensive medieval graveyard which interrupted lower layers made…

360 tour of C1023 Whithorn reconstruction with characters.

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The Museum owns parts of the oldest seagoing sailing ship ever found in northern Europe. This is also the earliest example of a Romano-Celtic shipbuilding tradition that extended from the Danube in the east to France and Britain in the west. Vessels…

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Impression of Scone Abbey based on historical research.

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A photograph showing a remaining Berlin Wall section at Niederkirchnerstraße

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In 1995-6 York Archaeological Trust undertook two seasons of excavation at Fey Field Whithorn, directed by A. Clarke. The excavations uncovered the remains that were largely of 6th to 10 th century date and related to the important early-medieval…

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Eilean Donam Castle are tangible and Immovable culture heritage. It is one of the most famous castles in the world, located in the Scotland Highlands, near the village of Dornie, in the county of Ross-shire. It has great historical significance…

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The 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, US is a baptist church and the site of a racially motivated bombing that killed four young girls during the Civil Rights Movement. This bombing led to more widespread support for civil rights for…

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Understanding the archaeology of Brora saltpans.

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Research document on the relevent clothing of the time.

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Research document on the relevent clothing of the time.

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The Terracotta Army is part of a much larger necropolis. Ground-penetrating radar and core sampling have measured the area to be approximately 98 square kilometers (38 square miles). The necropolis was constructed as a microcosm of the emperor's…

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Located beneath the Mingsha Mountains in Dunhuang, Gansu Province, China, the Mogao Caves are a testament to ancient Chinese Buddhist art and are home to spectacular murals and sculptures. However, these millennia-old cultural treasures are…

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Iceland's Pingvellir National Park is a location with enormous historical and cultural value. The Alpingi, the world’s oldest parliamentary assembly in existence, was founded in the park in the year 930 AD. For centuries, the Alpingi served as a…

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Located in Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region of China, the Potala Palace is a palace complex of great historical, religious and cultural value. It was built in the 7th century A.D. and has been expanded over the years to become the winter palace of the…

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For visitors, the virtual tour offers a more immersive Psiloritis Geopark experience, allowing you to feel like you're actually on the road. In the meantime, you can skip the long walks and check out the locations of interest directly, which is…

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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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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 is also the largest and best-preserved wooden palace complex in the world. The Palace Museum not only has a…

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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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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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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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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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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…

St. Andrews Cathedral is a medieval cathedral in Scotland, built in the 12th century. It was once the largest church in the country, making St. Andrews the religious center of Scotland during the medieval period. However, it fell into ruin due to…

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The Longmen Grottoes (This picture's author is xiquinhosilva, under CC BY from wikipedia)

The Longmen Grottoes, listed as a World Cultural Heritage site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), are famous for their fantastic stone carvings. It is located in Luoyang, Henan province, China, with a…
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