A Thundercloud over Methoni Kastro

Over the Castle of Methoni hangs a dark and ominous thundercloud. Methoni Castle (Methoni Kastro) was built in the 15. century and is of Venetian military architecture. This picture was taken from the octogonal fortress oposing this great Kastro. The medieval port was the longes held possession of the Venetians at the Peloponnese

More pictures taken at the Peloponnese

Santorini – a Former Windmill Between the Clouds

At the Caldera of the vulcanic island Santorini this beautiful former windmill can be found. Clouds were arriving and leaving, creating this wonderful mood.

More pictures taken at Santorini

Algarve – looking down at the Praia do Camilo

This beautiful sandy beach at the Algarve, Portugal, is situated near Lagos. The beach is called Praia do Camilo and is quite picturesque. The rock formations are made of sandstone. This picture was taken during the golden hour with rather changeable weather, resulting in a nice warm picture with even a part of a rainbow still visible.

More pictures taken at the Algarve

Avignon with Pont d’Avignon

Avignon shortly after Sunset. The bridge of Avignon (Pont d’Avignon) is clearly visible, as is the Papal Palace (Palais des Papes), the river Rhone and the traffic in this long exposure.

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