A Minimalist House Surrounded by Nature in the Swiss Jura Mountains

Villa Erard by Andrea Pelati Architecte (1)

Villa Erard is a residential project designed by Andrea Pelati Architecte in 2015. It is located in Nods, Switzerland. Villa Erard by Andrea Pelati Architecte: “The villa is settled in a strictly planned residential zone hanging over the Diesse plateau, in the Swiss Jura Mountains. Contrasting with its heteroclite neighbours, the contemporary design revisits the typical gable roof houses. Encased in the rock mass, the almost hidden entrance door opens..

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Sunset in Toblino Castle by VittorioDelliPonti by VittorioDelliPonti

Sunset in Toblino Castle – Dolomites, Italy

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Symmetry by HsuKuangChung by HsuKuangChung

Love the peacefulness and harmony in dawn Sun-Moon Lake!

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Sacred City by russbishop by russbishop

Sunset over Pu’uhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park, Kona Coast, Hawaii

Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historic Park (known as the The City of Refuge) is one of my favorite spots on the Big Island of Hawaii. This tranquil park is tucked away on the Kona coast not far from Kealakekua Bay where Captain James Cook first visited the Islands in 1778 and soon after met his fate.

In ancient Hawaii this sacred location was both a favorite residence of the high chiefs, and a safe haven for defeated warriors and those who had broken the kapu (ancient laws). Several thatched buildings including a heiau (or temple) and interpretive displays provide a glimpse of what life was like here centuries ago.

Today this quiet palm lined beach and lagoon are perfect for snorkeling or photography, and contemplating the rich island history this park preserves. It is also a sanctuary for the endangered green sea turtles that feed in the shallow cove and frequent the sandy beach to lay their eggs and rest. View on black for best experience!

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Freezing River by nicholasdyee by nicholasdyee

A solemn morning by the North Saskatchewan River.

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Power Flower by hipydeus by hipydeus

I found this during a beautiful hike through the Dachstein region in Austria. I feel cultureless capturing such an majestic plant without knowing it’s name. Maybe someone can tell me?

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Un achigan à chapeau by meehanf Je sais c’est dur à croire, mais…

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Countryside by mabart by mabart

Val d’Orcia, Toscana, Italia

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Whirlpool Rapids by elkynz by elkynz

Before reaching the Niagara Falls, we stopped birefly at Whirlpool Rapids to have a look at the rapid flow of water forming a whirlpool.

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