Paros streets are often paved with stone, usually narrow, creating a labyrinthine maze of alleys that were historically built close together for protection. The buildings showcase intricate details from local craftsmen, with many structures incorporating the island's famous marble.
Paros is a Greek island in the Cyclades famous for its blend of traditional charm and cosmopolitan energy, offering visitors everything from beautiful beaches and lively nightlife to historic villages and hiking trails.
Naousa, a picturesque fishing harbor that transforms into a lively hub of taverns, bars, and restaurants at night.
Calm at sea
A man admires the view from the Old Venetian port in Chania during a long summer day.
Chania, Crete, Greece
Chania, old Venetian port
A man puts the finishing touches on one of the most well-known bars on Santa Maria Beach, Sal Island, Cape Verde.
Finishing the touch-ups
"No Stress" is the motto of Cape Verde and reflects a relaxed philosophy of life, manifested in the tranquility of the people and in enjoying the moment. Although it was popularized in the context of tourism, especially on the island of Sal, the motto encapsulates a state of mind of enjoying life without haste, appreciating natural beauty and relaxing activities.
Sal Island, Cape Verde
No stress
Santa Maria, Sal island, Cape Verde
Sal island
Voted as one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World, the 275 waterfalls at Iguazu Falls spew about 1,300 m3 of water per second, making it an impressive spectacle for all who see it live.
Iguazu Falls, Argentina
The strength of the Iguazu Falls
A woman enjoys a relaxing moment feeding the ducks in the Danish capital.
Copenhagen, Denmark
Lunch time
In these uncertain times, everything must be done to ensure that democracy prevails.
15/09/2012, One of the protest's liders having a confrontation with a policeman. More than 100,000 people took to the streets of Lisbon and other Portuguese cities to protest against fresh austerity measures recently announced by the centre-right government.
Lisboa, Portugal
404: Democracy not found
Campanile is 61 m high with electromechanical bells, from late renaissance (1544) and leaning, with a newer top. On 7th August 1585 it was struck by lightning, collapsed onto nearby houses, and the bells melted. Replacements came from England, where Catholic churches were being stripped under Elizabeth I. Rebuilt in 17th and 18th Centuries. The base was reinforced between 1902 and 1906 due to an earthquake in 1902 and consequent leaning. Still said to be unstable.
Venice, Italy
The leaning bell tower of Santo Stefano
Surfer resting from a session at dusk.
Portimão, Portugal
Portimão at dusk
A moment to enjoy the sunset in the warm waters of Pamukkale.
Denizli, Turkey
Pamukkale sunset
The dog's rest after climbing the Serra do Monchique.
Serra do Monchique, Monchique, Portugal
Dog's life
When walking around Almada we can always book the table with the best view of Lisbon.
Almada, Portugal
A table with a view
The view from the 25th of April bridge with a storm coming...
Rio tejo, Portugal
Calm before the storm
Highly unexplored, Angola's first biodiversity tally of the Kwanza River has so far found 50 fish species. Researchers from the National Fishing Research Institute and the South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity say genetic testing may reveal new species.
Angola's currency, the kwanza, is named after the river.
Angola
Kwanza River, Angola
Church of Santissimo Redentore at sunset, Venice
Italy
Church of Santissimo Redentore
Serra de Monchique or Monchique Range is a chain of mountains in the western part of the Algarve region of Portugal, about 20 km inshore. The chain's highest point is the peak of Fóia, at 902 m.
Fóia, Monchique Range
Cappadocia is a popular tourist destination, as it has many areas with unique geological, historic, and cultural features.
The region is located southwest of the major city Kayseri, which has airline and railway service to Ankara and Istanbul and other cities. The most important towns and destinations in Cappadocia are Ürgüp, Göreme, Ihlara Valley, Selime, Guzelyurt, Uçhisar, Avanos and Zelve.
Among the most visited underground cities are Derinkuyu, Kaymakli, Gaziemir and Ozkonak.
The best historic mansions and cave houses for tourist stays are in Ürgüp, Göreme, Guzelyurt and Uçhisar.
Cappadocia, Turkey
Cappadocia balloons
Christiania has been a source of controversy since its creation in a squatted military area in 1971. Its cannabis trade was tolerated by authorities until 2004. Since then, relations between Christiania and Danish authorities have been strained. Since the beginning of the 2010s, the situation has been somewhat normalized and Danish law is now enforced in Christiania.
The locals call it Freetown Christiania.
Copenhagen, Denmark