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Marble quarries in Carrara The Carrara Quarries

Carrara is located in the Apuan Alps, a place known worldwide for its marble.

Naoshima - Japan's art island Karin and Jürgen in front of the famous pumpkin sculpture by the artist Yayoi Kusama on the Japanese island of Naoshima

While preparing for our trip to Japan in 2015, Karin discovered an article about Naoshima, the small art island in the Seto Inland Sea, which is surrounded by the large Japanese islands of Honshū,

The Malecón of Havana Malecón von Havanna

The most famous Malecón is located in the Cuban capital Havana, a promenade made of stone, on which strolling in the glow of the setting sun creates a very special atmos

The Kukulcán pyramid The Kukulcán pyramid in Chichen Itza

The pyramid of Kukulcán is a temple pyramid in the ruined city of Chichén Itzá in the north of the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico.

Skellig Michael - monks and Starwars Skellig Michael und Little Skellig

You can reach the island from Portmagge in small motor boats, which transport a little more than 10 people - timely reservation is urgently needed.

Nepal - mysterious and colorful Mysterious Nepal

Nepal, a landlocked country in South Asia and former Kingdom, borders China and India. The capital is called Kathmandu. To the north and east lies mu

Photography and travelogues Karin and Jürgen on the island Naoshima in Japan

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South American Coatis in Mexico Coati in the jungle near Villahermosa

The South American coati (Nasua nasua) is a species of predator from the small bear family (Procyonidae) [Wikipedia]. We could see them on excu

Pre-Columbian Olmec people Colossal heads of the Olmecs on Lake Catemaco

If one thinks of the peoples in pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, then it is often the Maya who impress with their monumental buildings, mathematical knowledge and their highly developed calendar.

New Year at the Arctic Circle On the ice slopes by the fjords

Spending the turn of the year at the 70th degree of latitude far north of the Arctic Circle guarantees a high memory value.

Photo technique: "Polar lights" Northern lights in the Lyngenfjord Alps at the seventieth latitude

Photographing the northern lights at Christmas time is a wonderful project.

Sunrise Solenagen fjord At the port of Fjord Solenagen

At the turn of the year, sunrise at Fjord Solenagen means that it will be a little brighter for around two hours. The sun no longer appears above the horizon.

Pictures of northern lights Northern lights over the Solenagen fjord in front of the Lyngenfjord Alps

Even if the Kp index is only 2 - with a bit of luck and a clear sky you can still see them, the northern lights over the Lyngenfjord Alps.

Trail running at the 70th degree of latitude in Norway Snow slopes by the fjord

Trail running in winter requires appropriate clothing and shoes and, if you are traveling far north, a headlamp as well.

Dancing Lights in Norway Aurora over the Lyngenfjord Alps

The multicolored dancing lights of the northern lights are a phenomenon which, if the KP index is low, can only be recorded under favorable circumstances and with appropriate equip

Mauritius in the Indian Ocean Hotel complex in Mauritius

The main island of the island state of Mauritius of the same name is considered one of the dream islands in the Indian Ocean.

Reunion in the Indian Ocean On the beach of St. Gilles les Bains

Reunion is located in the Indian Ocean and belongs to the Overseas Department of France.

La Nouvelle in the Cirque de Mafate La Nouvelle im Cirque de Mafate in Reunion

A hike through the gorges and over the ridges of the "Cirque de Mafate" is overwhelming.

Marla in the Cirque de Mafate In the Cirque de Mafate between La Nouvelle and Marla

Early in the morning we left La Nouvelle for Marla (1629 m). We wanted to spend the second night in the Mafate in the secluded mountain village. Again, the path was fantastic.

Via the Cirque de Mafate to the Col du Taïbit The mountain village of Marla in the Cirque de Mafate

From Marla you can reach the town Cilaos in the heart of Reunion via the Col du Taïbit (2081 m).

The foggy paths through the Forêt de Bébour on Reunion Giant ferns in the Forêt de Bébour

The Forêt de Bébour is a nature reserve where misty trails lead through forests of tamarind trees, giant ferns and cedars to waterfalls and dizzying viewpoints.