Human Settlement Collection (page 6)

Roofs of Porto and ClA rigos Tower from the Cathedral of Porto
View of the old town of Porto and Clerigos tower from the Cathedral of Porto. This is the center of portuguese city of Porto

Lunenburg, Nova Scotia in Canada - Harbor front
Lunenburg is a colorful port town in Nova Scotia, Canada. Being the best example of a planned British colonial settlement in Canada and to protect its unique architecture and civic design

Battery Point Breakwater Lighthouse with Lunenburg in the background -Nova Scotia
The original lighthouse was built in Battery Point in 1864. This current active lighthouse in photo was built in 1951, when the breakwater was rebuilt. The lighthouse protect the town of Lunenburg

Porto, Portugal. View of Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar in Vila Nova de Gaia
Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar (Monastery of Serra do Pilar) is located at the top of the Pilar Serra, in the city and county of Vila Nova de Gaia, district of Porto, in Portugal

Goreme village in the twilight, Cappadocia, Turkey

Road to Mestia of Svaneti region in Georgia
Mountains in the Upper Svaneti of Georgia. Upper Svaneti is located in the valley of the Enguri River and is a historic province in Georgia

Truck on Road to Mestia of Svaneti region in Georgia
Mountains in the Upper Svaneti of Georgia. Upper Svaneti is located in the valley of the Enguri River and is a historic province in Georgia

Waterfall at Road to Mestia of Svaneti region in Georgia
Mountains in the Upper Svaneti of Georgia. Upper Svaneti is located in the valley of the Enguri River and is a historic province in Georgia

Mount Ushba in the Caucasus of Georgia
Mountains in the Upper Svaneti of Georgia. Upper Svaneti is located in the valley of the Enguri River and is a historic province in Georgia

Horizontal view on Waterfall at Mountain road at Mount Ushba in the Caucasus of Georgia
Mountains in the Upper Svaneti of Georgia. Upper Svaneti is located in the valley of the Enguri River and is a historic province in Georgia

Mountain road at Mount Ushba in the Caucasus of Georgia
Mountains in the Upper Svaneti of Georgia. Upper Svaneti is located in the valley of the Enguri River and is a historic province in Georgia

Cappadocia secenary under cloudy sky

Ushguli, one of the highest inhabited settlements in Europe, Upper Svaneti, Georgia
Photograph of the village of Ushguli surrounded by the mountains of the High Caucasus. Ushguli is a village (four settlements) located at the head of the Enguri gorge in Upper Svaneti

Ribeira district in Porto from Vila Nova de Gaia
View of Ribeira old district in portuguese city of Porto in a nice day of summer. The photograph is taken from the neighboring city of Vila Nova de Gaia

Don LuAis I bridge and Muralha Fernandina in Porto
Dom LuAis I Bridge is a double-decked metal arch bridge that spans the Douro River between the cities of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia in Portugal

Hall of San Bento train station in Porto, Portugal
San Bento train station was built in the early ninth century on the ruins of the former convent of San Bento Ave Maria and still retains that old melancholy air that characterizes the city of Oporto

Iron walkway for cars in Porto, Portugal
Iron runway for cars in Oporto on the Douro River. In the background, the city of Vila Nova de Gaia. Porto, also known as Oporto in English, is the second-largest city in Portugal, after Lisbon

View of a street in Ribeira district of Porto, in the background Vila Nova de Gaia. Portugal
Street in Ribeira district of Porto. In the background, we see Douro river and Vila Nova de Gaia city. Vila Nova de Gaia is a city in the Northern region of Portugal that forms the metropolitan area

Detail of lampposts in the Medina of Essaouira, Morocco
Detail of lampposts in the Medina of Essaouira. Essaouira is a city in western Moroccan on the Atlantic coast. The Medina of Essaouira is a UNESCO World Heritage listed city

Alley in the Ribeira district of Porto
Detail of an alley in the old quarter of Ribeira in Porto. Ribeira district is a historical square in Porto, Portugal and it is included in the historical centre of the city

Sunset over the ancient city of Machu Picchu, Peru
Overlooking ruins on the Inca citadel in the Andes Mountains and the river valley below

The Doors of Old Quito
These street doors in the capital city of Quito, Ecuador are reflective of the Spanish influence in its colonial architecture

The Indigenous Women of Quito, Ecuador
These Andean women represent the indigenous cultures of Quito, Ecuador. On that early morning, they were overlooking the Plaza de San Francisco in the Old Town district of Quito, Ecuador

Fujian Tulou
Vector Fujian Tulou

Delphi Sanctuary Dedicated To Athena Pronea
Delphi Sanctuary dedicated to Athena Pronea, famous as the seat of the Oracle that was consulted on important decisions

Cat Sleeping On Ancient Greek Ruins
Cat sleeping on ancient Greek ruins at Delphi archaeological site, Phocis, Greece

Twilight on Delphi Archaeological Site, Greece
Twilight on Delphi archaeological site in Central Greece

General View of Delphi Sanctuary Dedicated to Athena Pronea
General view of the archaeological site of Delphi with the famous Sanctuary dedicated to Athena Pronea that was the seat of the Oracle

The Ancient Stadium of Delphi, Phocis, Greece
View of the ancient Delphi stadium on top of a hill, built in the 5th century B.C. The stone seating were financed by Herodus Atticus in the 2nd century A.D

Ancient Delphi Stadium, Greece
Partial view of the ancient Delphi stadium on top of a hill, built in the 5th century B.C. The stone seating were financed by Herodus Atticus in the 2nd century A.D

Athenian Treasury, Delphi, Greece
The Treasury of the Athenians at Delphi, built to house dedications made by the people to the Sanctuary of Apollo

St. Stephens Cathedral in Budapest
Hungary, St Stephens Basilica (Szent Istvan ter) in Budapest, neo-Renaissance basilica located in the central district of Pest

star and milky way over ancient pagoda in bagan, Myanmar

Svalbard Grumant abandoned settlement in summer
Spitsbergen abandoned Grumant Russian mining settlement on rocky, moss covered coastline with low clouds in summer view

Klaksvik, Bordoy island, Faroe Islands, Denmark

Quill Creek, Indian summer, leaves in fall colours, autumn, St. Elias Mountains, Kluane National Park and Reserve behind, Yukon Territory, Canada

Boreal forest, St. Elias Mountains, Kluane National Park and Reserve, from Alaska Highway, Yukon Territory, Canada

Reflections in high-rises, Chicago, Illinois, USA

The remnants of a long abandoned colony see signs of life again
As the sun sets, the remnants of a long abandoned colony see signs of life again. The lone figure of an astronaut is seen surveying the site for any useful bits of technology worth salvaging

Parramatta is a major business and commercial district in the metropolitan area of Sydney, Australia. It is located in Greater Western Sydney

Hoodoos, Bryce Canyon National Park, Bryce, Utah, USA, America

Cedar Breaks National Monument, Cedar City, Utah, USA, America

Mariafall waterfall, Oetschergraben nature reserve, near Mitterbach am Erlaufsee, Lower Austria, Austria, Europe

Oetschergraben nature reserve, Mitterbach am Erlaufsee, Lower Austria, Austria, Europe

Beerenberg Mountain, the northernmost active volcano above sea level of the Earth on the island of Jan Mayen, Greenland, Norway, Europe

Smoking and sulfur stinking mud source in the sofatara region of Namaskard, Iceland, Europe

Early in the morning, Lysefjord, Norway, Europe

Panoramic photo of the vineyards in autumn between Ilbesheim and Arzheim in the Southern Palatinate, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, Europe

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"Exploring the Tapestry of Human Settlement: From Victorian London's Shady Lanes to Ancient Anatolia and Beyond" Step into the shadows of Victorian London, a city teeming with intrigue and mystery. Its dimly lit streets hold secrets untold, inviting you to unravel tales of bygone eras. Venturing across continents, discover Buenos Aires on a map that reveals its vibrant soul. Overlayed with illustrations of sea gulls, penguins, elephant seals, shrimp, and buildings - witness the harmonious coexistence between nature and human settlement in this bustling metropolis. Journey back in time to Catal Huyuk in ancient Anatolia; an archaeological marvel from 6500 BC. Marvel at the ingenuity of our ancestors as they built a thriving community amidst challenging landscapes. Find solace along Northern Ireland's picturesque coastline adorned with wide sandy beaches in Ballycastle. Let the tranquil waves whisper stories of resilience and beauty shaped by centuries of human habitation. Unveil history through a 19th-century map showcasing Madras (Chennai), India. Witness how this vibrant city has evolved over time while retaining its rich cultural heritage. Stand atop Hags Head at Cliffs of Moher in County Clare, Ireland; let your gaze wander across breathtaking vistas that have inspired generations. Feel the connection between humans and their surroundings etched into every cliff face. Immerse yourself in Connemara's enchanting landscape within County Galway; where Clifden stands as a testament to man's ability to thrive amidst rugged terrain. Admire how they are seamlessly blend with nature's grandeur. Gaze upon gargoyles adorning Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris; these stone guardians symbolize humanity's desire for protection against unseen forces while adding an air of mystique to architectural wonders. Explore Hull on a map that unravels its urban tapestry - tracing paths forged by countless individuals who have called this city home.