Architecture

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Architecture is a versatile subject in photography, blending form, structure, and aesthetics. Photographers can capture historical landmarks, modern skyscrapers, or minimalist designs. Perspectives, light, and shadow are key elements in emphasizing a building's unique character.

Fushimi Inari Taisha – Paths of Light

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Fushimi Inari Taisha – Paths of Light and a Thousand Torii Gates in Kyoto
A walk through Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Taisha – five kilometers of red torii, mountain light, and the quiet rhythm of a sacred path.

Between fog, music and shells – The Sydney Opera House

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The Sydney Opera House at night
An atmospheric account of the Sydney Opera House – featuring original photographs of its architecture, light, and reflections, along with an emotional concert of Prokofiev and Brahms conducted by Elim Chan.

Tokyo’s Quiet Gardens – Oases Beyond the Rush

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The red bridge in Koishikawa Kōrakuen
Hidden between skyscrapers and city rush, Tokyo’s gardens offer peaceful retreats – like Koishikawa Korakuen and Hama-rikyū. A journey through time and stillness.

Taipei 101 – Bamboo, Pagoda, and a View from Above

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The 101 in Taipei from Elephant Hill
Taipei 101 – A stunning skyscraper with 101 floors, ultra-fast elevators, and a massive damper. Our spontaneous hike up Elephant Mountain gave us breathtaking views, followed by a ride to the observation deck above Taiwan’s vibrant 2.5-million-resident capital.

Singapore – The Lion City Transformed

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The skyline of Singapore
Discover Singapore's stunning transformation – from Marina Bay Sands to Gardens by the Bay and hidden gems like Fort Canning’s Tree Tunnel.

Ceaușescu's home decor

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In the "golden bath"
Nicolae Ceaușescu and the cult of personality in the Communist Party - his villa in Bucharest, in which marble and gold were processed.

The southern Faroe Islands

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In the tunnel from Streymoy to Sandoy
If you cross the North Atlantic near the Faroe Islands through the tunnel from Streymoy to Sandoy, you will reach an enchanting island full of buttercups, fantastic views and friendly inhabitants.

The Western Faroe Islands

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Grass roof houses near Bøur on Vágar
There are three special sights on Vágar: the Mulafossur waterfall, Lake Leitisvatn, which flows into the North Atlantic via a waterfall, and the Witch's Finger.

In Antwerp train station

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The entrance hall of Antwerp train station
The famous Antwerp train station is affectionately called the “Railway Cathedral” by Belgians. The historic building with its pompous entrance hall is one of the most beautiful buildings in the city.

The Malecón of Havana

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Malecón von Havanna
The Malecón of Havana, the Cuban capital, is made for strolling in the glow of the setting sun.

Toraja culture and religion

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Tongkonan, the impressive houses of the Toraja
The Indonesian island of Sulawesi, the outline of which is reminiscent of an elephant, was formerly called Celebes.

The Tartu Tower of Pisa

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The "Tartu Tower of Pisa"
The "Tartu Tower of Pisa" or simply the "Leaning House" at Rathausplatz 18 was built halfway on the medieval city wall in 1793.

Bratislava on the Danube

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Bratislava Castle over the Danube
Bratislava Castle towers impressively over the Danube. It is located in the southern part of the Little Carpathians.

The bridges in Newcastle Harbour

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Port of Tyne
Newcastle is the northernmost city in England and is located on the north bank of the Tyne and is known for its bridges, among other things.
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