The Promenade d’Anglais in the French city of Nice is one of the oldest urban beachfronts in the world. In English, the name translates to Promenade of the English because at the beginning of the early 1800s, primarily British noblemen and aristocrats came here to spend their winter vacations in the warmth of the Mediterranean. Later, the first hotels were built at the sea, and a walkway at the coast came into being. The pictures were shot in February 2019.
Most travelers of Portugal know Lisbon, some go to the Algarve in the south. Mainly for classic beach vacations in holiday resorts. Not as well known, though, is the natural part of the country.
Laying open to the grand Atlantic Ocean, the Portuguese coast seems endless, with steep cliffs and beautiful sand beaches. The sea is in the west, and the sunsets are beautiful and vivid. At this time of the day, sailing ships tend to roam the horizon, even enhancing the kitschy scenery. You will probably have the companionship of seagulls around you; they seem to enjoy the sunsets as much as humans.
Even less known is the “hinterland”. The country’s north especially offers a lot to the backpacker, with high mountain ranges and magnificent castles. The weather tends to be a bit cooler in these regions, perfect for a hike in the evening. So what are you waiting for? The adventure awaits!
This post is part of the so-called “Greek Series,” consisting of photographs I shot while backpacking Greece in September 2013. You’ll find a basic introduction to the series here, and the last post featuring Santorini can be accessed here.
In the previous entries, I highlighted Santorini’s blue and red tones; in this one, I will focus on shades of white and black (in color). Pictures three to five are shot at the famous black beach on the island’s eastern shore.
Recently I came back from Malta, where I had the pleasure to work for a language school. There was not much time for photography, but still, there are some shots I want to share with you.
Update August 12th: Added two more shots.
Trapani on a late September day.
The amazing staircase of the Vatican museums.
Sunset at the coast of Western Sicily.
The Cathedral of Modica in Central Sicily.
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