A beautiful pair of Great Crested Grebes spotted in Worthington Lakes, Wigan, U.K. They made a small nest, then the female started to ‘offer herself’ to the male. He appeared clueless as what to do, so he swam away eventually to catch a fish.
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Rethymno is a rare combination of history and modern-day luxury, with its multicultural old town, tropical beaches and exquisite Cretan cuisine.
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From two viewpoints above the picturesque town, Paul Heymont enjoys the scene
DrFumblefinger shares some early morning photos taken of an olive vendor in Marrakech’s Souk.
This ceremony re-enacts the custom of the royal court during the Joseon dynasty to ensure the security of the king and his court.
George G shares fond memories of visits to Europe’s many Christmas markets
Ian Cook shares the story behind the Knife Angel, accompanied by lots of great photos.
Tosson Lime Kiln near Rothbury is the best-preserved in Northumberland.
