857-95122 - Bad Water Basin sign. Death Valley National Park, California.

857-95044 - Rear view of a photographer at Zabriskie Point. Death Valley National Park, California.

857-91966 - Chinese fisherman fishing in Li Jang River with cormorant birds, Guilin

857-92116 - New Georgian Cathedral Tsminda Sameba, Tbilisi, Georgia.

857-92224 - Morning light shines on the volcanic landscape of Tengger Caldera and Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park in Indonesia. Java,

857-92117 - New Georgian Cathedral Tsminda Sameba, Tbilisi, Georgia.

857-91991 - Pyramid with a light beam shooting out of the top.

857-92227 - A young woman walking on a bridge while engaging in the sport of Via Ferrata in Val D'isere, Savoie, France.

857-91940 - The Haghia Sofia Mosque at dusk, Sultanahmet District. Istanbul, Turkey

857-92161 - Chinese military band plays the national anthem in the Great Hall of the People, Beijing, China.

857-92115 - Two kayakers enjoy the orange sky at sunset along the coast of the Baja Peninsula, Loreto, Baja California Sur, Mexico.

857-92118 - Rays of light in Mtskheta, Georgia.

857-91992 - Huge foot of a Sphinx replica reaches towards you with Pyramid and light beam in background.

857-91968 - Chinese fisherman fishing in Li Jang River with cormorant birds, Guilin

857-92032 - Girl in bathing suit waits at a local shop window, Brazil, north east.

857-92204 - A base drums painted front for the Preservation Hall Jazz Band sits silent.

857-91970 - Chinese fisherman fishing in Li Jang River with cormorant birds, Guilin

857-91967 - Chinese fisherman fishing in Li Jang River with cormorant birds, Guilin

857-91971 - Chinese fisherman fishing in Li Jang River with cormorant birds, Guilin, China

857-92114 - Minaret on Imam Mosque in Esfahan, Iran.

857-91964 - Chinese fisherman fishing in Li Jang River with cormorant birds, Guilin, China

857-91001 - River near Loch Slapin, Isle of Skye, Scotland. August 2007, Scotland

857-90897 - Female polar bear (Ursus maritimus) and two cubs on pack ice, Hinlopen Straight, Spitsbergen/Svalbard, Norway, on 28 July 2007. Polar bears primary habitat of sea ice is threatened due to global warming and rising temperatures in the Arctic regions, Norway

857-90962 - Milk cows eating grass on a green prairie overlooking the Atlantic ocean, Ilha de Sao Miguel (Saint Michael's Island), Azores, Portugal, April 2008, Portugal

857-90858 - A dolphin jumps as tourists watch from their boat in the bay near the town of Loreto in Mexico's southern Baja California state, February 14, 2009, Mexico

857-90760 - New York skyline at dusk. Photo by Thomas Kranzle, United States of America

857-90896 - Female polar bear (Ursus maritimus) and two cubs on pack ice, Hinlopen Straight, Spitsbergen/Svalbard, Norway, on 28 July 2007. Polar bears primary habitat of sea ice is threatened due to global warming and rising temperatures in the Arctic regions, Norway

857-90866 - Dusk over the traffic and skyscrapers of downtown Seattle, Washington, United States of America

857-90982 - The Avon Theatre has been a fixture in downtown Stamford, Connecticut for many decades. Recently refurbished by The Avon Theatre Film Center, a non-profit organization, the Avon shows independent, documentary, and education films and is a member of the League of Historic American Theatres, United States of America

857-90570 - A barn cupola on a post and beam barn in Pownal, ME during a winter storm, United States of America

857-90899 - Polar bears (Ursus maritimus) sleeping on pack ice, Hinlopen Straight, Spitsbergen/Svalbard, Norway, on 28 July 2007. Polar bears primary habitat of sea ice is threatened due to global warming and rising temperatures in the Arctic regions, Norway

857-90983 - July 26, 2008 - The sun sets and reflects on the entrance ramp leading to the upper deck of a parking garage overlooking the skyline of Stamford, Connecticut. The building under construction is a luxury apartment building being built by Donald Trump and will become the tallest building in Stamford, United States of America

857-90894 - Female polar bear (Ursus maritimus) and two cubs on pack ice, Hinlopen Straight, Spitsbergen/Svalbard, Norway, on 28 July 2007. Polar bears primary habitat of sea ice is threatened due to global warming and rising temperatures in the Arctic regions, Norway

857-90846 - The old tradition of charming a cobra is a favorite pasttime of Marrekesh locals in the heart of the Medina, Morocco

857-90898 - Female polar bear (Ursus Maritimus) and offspring swimming in open water, Hinlopen Straight, Spitsbergen/Svalbard, Norway, on 28 July 2007. Polar bears are classified as mobile marine mammals and have the ability of swimming over 100 miles. Polar bears primary habitat of sea ice is threatened due to global warming and rising temperatures in the Arctic regions, Norway

857-90864 - Dusk over the traffic and skyscrapers of downtown Seattle, Washington, United States of America

857-91003 - Vista over Lisbon's downtown and two of it's iconic monuments near river Tagus (bridge 25th of April and Holy Christ), Lisbon, Portugal, 2009, Portugal

857-90935 - Summer time view of Uummannaq town and Uummannaq Mountain, Greenland, on the 28 July 2008. Uummannaq is has Greenland's most northerly ferry terminal and is a base for hunters and fishermen. During winter when the sea ice freezes over, Uummannaq hosts the World Ice Golf Championships, Greenland

857-90963 - Holy pilgrimage in front of Convento de Nossa Senhora da Esperanza (Holy Mary of Hope Convent) during the Festas do Senhor Santo Cristo (Saint Christ Lord Festivities), Ilha de Sao Miguel (Saint Michael's Island), Azores, Portugal, April 2008, Portugal

857-90934 - View of the natural harbour used as a boating marina, Ilulissat, Disko Bay, Greenland, on the 27 July 2008. The Ilulissat / Jacobshavn Glacier is regarded as the fastest calving glacier in the world, draining an estimated ten percent of the Greenland ice cap each year, Greenland

857-90961 - Fruit (pomegranate) at the Grand Bazaar (also known as Kapili Carsi), Istanbul, Turkey, November 2007, Turkey

857-90865 - Dusk over the traffic and skyscrapers of downtown Seattle, Washington, United States of America

857-90860 - A gray whale swims near tourists in Ojo de Liebre Lagoon near the town of Guerrero Negro in Mexico's southern Baja California state, February 18, 2009. The Gray Whale emigrate every year from the North American Pacific Coast from arctic seas to the lagoons of Baja California, Mexico for mating and calving. The whales make one of the longest of all mammalian migrations, averaging 10,000-14,000 miles, Mexico

857-90996 - Wildflowers glow in the late evening light in front of the north face of Mt. Baker, in the Mt. Baker Wilderness, North Cascades Mountains, Washington, United States of America

857-91002 - Vista over Lisbon's downtown and many of it's iconic monuments (Carmo convent, Praca da Figueira, Rossio), Lisbon, Portugal, 2009, Portugal

857-90859 - A gray whale swims near tourists in a boat in Ojo de Liebre Lagoon near the town of Guerrero Negro in Mexico's southern Baja California state, February 18, 2009. The Gray Whale emigrate every year from the North American Pacific Coast from arctic seas to the lagoons of Baja California, Mexico for mating and calving. The whales make one of the longest of all mammalian migrations, averaging 10,000-14,000 miles, Mexico

857-90312 - Aerial view of the Deer Island Thoroughfare near Stonington, Maine, United States

857-90310 - Aerial view of the Deer Island Thoroughfare near Stonington, Maine, United States

857-90311 - Aerial view of the Deer Island Thoroughfare near Stonington, Maine, United States

857-69458 - Lights along Las Vegas Boulevard, or the Strip, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

857-68763 - Tbilisi, Georgia - January, 2008: The newly built Tsminda Sameba which dominates the local skyline in Tbilisi is the largest Cathedral in the Caucacus.

857-68562 - Man and woman on a motorcycle on the road in Bangalore, Karnataka, India

857-70734 - Former American school buses used now for inter city transport, at the bus station in Santiago Atitlan, Guatemala.

857-67708 - USA/CA/Santa Monica/Pier/September 2007:Santa Monica Pier - a landmark in the USA. A surfer (with board, hat and water bottle) walks down the Pier having left the beach front on a warm late summer's afternoon. The beach front Police Station on the Pier adjacent to the carnival rides. The Pier dates from 1909 and still draws in the crowds. It's a nonstop sideshow of activity with street performers, amusement arcade, aquarium, rollercoaster, ferris wheel and the 1922 Looff Hippodrome Carousel (featured in The Sting). It leaves you wondering how all this fits on just one pier. Glorious views out over the beach front and coastline to be had, especially from the ferris wheel.

857-68843 - Esfahan, Iran - February, 2008: 17th century Sheikh Lotfollah mosque in Imam Square in Esfahan, Iran was built by Shah Abbas I for the women in his harem.

857-67486 - A 360 degree view from the Portland Observatory in Portland, Maine. Built in 1807, the Observatory offers excellent views of Portland, Casco Bay and the White Mountains of New Hampshire. This picture was made with a panoramic camera that rotates as it exposes film.

857-68849 - Esfahan, Iran - February, 2008: Khaju Bridge in Esfahan, Iran spans the Zayandeh River and is a popular hangout for locals in the evening.

857-67952 - A Tibetan pilgrim spins prayer wheels in Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region, China.

857-67482 - A panoramic view of the waterfront in Belfast, Maine.

857-64098 - A waiter pours white wine for a guest at a restaurant in Cancun, Mexico.

857-68327 - A small fleet of wooden fishing boats lie anchored in Puerto Montt, Llanquihue Province, Chile on January 31, 2006. Despite being a powerful economic force in the region, the wild fishing industry has become threatened by the rapid rise in salmon aquaculture

857-67899 - A block of buildings in the Old Port area of Portland, Maine. This panorama is a composite photo.

857-68844 - Esfahan, Iran - February, 2008: 17th century Sheikh Lotfollah mosque in Imam Square in Esfahan, Iran was built by Shah Abbas I for the women in his harem.

857-68755 - Davit Gareja, Georgia - January, 2008: Shepherd and his folk in the snowy mountains near the Azeri border with Georgia.

857-67925 - A woman sells a fatty cut of pork in a market in Songzhuang Village, in Beijing's eastern suburbs, China.

857-68881 - Yazd, Iran - February, 2008:Close up of the elaborately blue tiled 14th century Jameh (Friday) Mosque in the old town in Yazd, Iran.

857-67870 - Commuters on their way home on Beijing's subway, China.

857-69474 - The entrance to Balleys Hotel and Casino along Las Vegas Boulevard, or the Strip, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

857-72454 - Boat docked at Bellagio on Lake Como, Italy.

857-68396 - Along the Bund in Shanghai, China.

857-71565 - the main coastal road through Biloxi, Mississippi.

857-68330 - The Gate of Heavenly Peace which fronts Tiananmen Square and serves as the entrance to the Forbidden City in central Beijing, China.

857-69739 - Beautiful view of Great Wall looking east near Simatai. The wall continuing up over steep inclines on mountain ridges in distance.

857-68395 - Along the Bund in Shnaghai, China.

857-64097 - A waiter pours white wine for a guest at a restaurant in Cancun, Mexico.

857-69256 - The Palacio del Valle is the most famous building in Cienfuegos, Cuba. The three distinct towers we built to be symbolic of Strength, Faith and Love. Its Mogul Architectural style is further made impressive by the countless ornate carvings in Venetian alabaster.

857-68845 - Esfahan, Iran - February, 2008: Iranian family having lunch in a colorful traditional looking restaurant on Imam Square in Esfahan, Iran.

857-68883 - Shiraz, Iran - February, 2008: Silk salesman inside the colorful bazaar in Shiraz, Iran.

857-68854 - Esfahan, Iran - February, 2008: Portrait of the Ayatolloah Khomeini in Bazar-e Bozorg (Great Bazaar), a massive covered bazaar off of Imam Square in Esfahan, Iran which dates back almost 1300 years.

857-72455 - Villa del Balbianello (made famous in several movies) along Lake Como, Italy.

857-69468 - Excalibur Hotel and Casino along Las Vegas Boulevard, or the Strip, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

857-67924 - A man counts "Ren Min Bi", China's currency, which translates in to "The People's Money" in Songzhuang Village, in Beijing's eastern suburbs.

857-68577 - Jodhpur Cityscape, Rajasthan, India

857-69251 - An antique car in Havana, Cuba. The government of Cuba has now banned the export of such classic vehicles, as collectors from all over the world were buying the cars and moving them to other countries.

857-68837 - Masuleh, Iran - February, 2008: Quaint mountain village of Masuleh in North Western Iran with its charming earth colored houses stack on each other clinging to the steep mountain side.

857-67959 - Nighttime view of the village of Mayrhofen, Austria.

857-67896 - A 360 degree view from the middle of a four corner intersection in Farmington, Maine. This picture was taken with a panoramic camera that rotates as it exposes the film.

857-67867 - Para-military police hold up their hands to say stop near Tiananmen Gate in the center of Beijing, China.

857-68857 - Esfahan, Iran - February, 2008: 17th century Sheikh Lotfollah mosque in Imam Square in Esfahan, Iran was built by Shah Abbas I for the women in his harem.

857-70966 - Florence Scenics in Firenze, Toscana, Italy.

857-72459 - Aerial view of the picturesque village of Varenna on Lake Como, Italy.

857-70383 - CHINA/Beijing/National Aquatic Center/17June2008:A soldier stands guard outside the National Aquatic Center at night. Designed by Australia's PTW Architects, its facade appearing as a cube of soap bubbles, it seats 17,000 people. The exterior is made from a high-tech lightweight translucent plastic that is also very energy efficient in saving an estimated 30% in power consumption by comparison to a traditional design. It houses 5 pools - one able to create it's own waves. It's outer surface looks like soap bubbles. It will host all swimming and diving events at the 2008 Olympics.

857-68416 - The Oriental Pearl Tower in the Pudong New Area, Shanghai, China.

857-67705 - CHINA/Shanghai/Pudong/August 2007:View of Oriental Pearl Tower in Pudong district, from ferry on Huangpu River.

857-68880 - Yazd, Iran - February, 2008:Close up of the elaborately blue tiled 14th century Jameh (Friday) Mosque in the old town in Yazd, Iran.

857-67743 - High angle view of empty parallel electric railroad tracks, California

857-67960 - Nighttime view of the village of Mayrhofen, Austria.

857-50931 - Two boys play on the beach, The Lofotens, Arctic Circle, Norway Jun-Jul 2008

857-42359 - Sailboats with spinnakers flying maneuver for a starting position at the biginning of the Block Island Race.

857-39487 - The side of log barn with ranch house in the backround on the Uncompahgre plateau, Colorado.