Central Highlands Collection (page 2)

Abstract Figure Pendant 100-900 Colombia Central Highlands
Abstract Figure Pendant, c. 100-900. Colombia, (Central Highlands), Tolima Style, c. 100-900. Hammered gold; overall: 4.5 x 5.9 cm (1 3/4 x 2 5/16 in.)

Andean Goose (Chloephaga melanoptera), Central Highlands, Peru

Barons Spinetail (Cranioleuca baroni), Central Highlands, Peru

The Iconic Cradle Mountain & The Boat Shed At Dove Lake, Lake St Clair National Park, Tasmania, Australia

Cable car at the Rio Verde waterfall in the valley of the Pastaza River that flows from the Andes to the upper Amazon Basin, near Banos, Ambato Province, Central Highlands, Ecuador, South America

Sri Lanka, Central Highlands. A Tamil tea plucker skilfully plucks leaves using her stick to ensure an even table across the tea garden

Skidoo crossing the Langjokull Icecap. Iceland, Skidoo crossing the Langjokull Icecap

Lake St Clair at dawn, Tasmania

The final stretch of the Overland track to Narcissus Hut, with Mount Olympus on the shores of Lake St Clair in the background

A giant gum tree in Tasmania. Some grow over 100m hiugh and are the tallest hardwood trees in the world

A hiker enjoys Fergusson Falls on the Overland Track, Tasmania

Weathered signposts on the Overland Track, Tasmania

Hiking the Overland Track, Tasmania

Climing Mount Ossa, the highest mountain in Tasmania at 1614m

Mount Oakleigh seen from New Pelion Hut on the Overland Track

Backpacks lined up on the balcony of New Pelion Hut on the Overland Track

Hiking through the buttongrass plains on the Overland Track

Mount Oakleigh on the Overland Track, Tasmania

Barn Bluff on the Overland Track

Barn Bluff seen from Waterfall Valley on the Overland Track

The patterned bark of gum trees on the Overland Track

Tazmania

A tree senecio or giant groundsel flourishes in snow on the upper slopes of Mount Kenya (17, 058 feet). These plants flower about every ten years

Kenya, Central Highlands, Mount Kenya, 17, 058 feet high, is Africas second highest snow-capped mountain. The plant in the foreground is a giant groundsel or tree senecio

Landmannalaugar, Central Highlands, Iceland

Lady in rice paddy fields on RN7 (Route Nationale 7) near Ambatolampy in the Central Highlands, Madagascar, Africa

Rice paddy fields on RN7 (Route Nationale 7) near Ambatolampy in the Central Highlands, Madagascar, Africa

Rolling hills and coffee plantations in Central Highlands, Bao Loc, Lam Dong Province, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Coffee plantations in Central Highlands, Lam Ha District, Lam Dong Province, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

South America, Ecuador, Otavalo. Fertile fields dot the hillsides in the Central Highlands near Otavalo in Ecuador

Burmese Shrike (Lanius collurioides) adult, perched on branch, Da Lat, Langbian Plateau, Lam Dong Province, Central Highlands, Vietnam, November

View of mountains from the 2443m summit of Adams Peak (Sri Pada) at sunrise, Central Highlands, Sri Lanka, Asia

Adams Peak (Sri Pada) view at sunrise, mountains and the Maussakele Reservoir, Central Highlands, Sri Lanka, Asia

Sunrise over tea plantations and mountains, Haputale, Sri Lanka Hill Country, Central Highlands, Sri Lanka, Asia

View from train, Central Highlands, Sri Lanka, Asia

Central Highlands, Sri Lanka, Asia

View of Ella Gap towards south coast, Ella Village, Central Highlands, Sri Lanka, Asia

South America, Peru, Tarma. Beautiful farm land fills the valley near Tarma in the Central Highlands in Peru

Scotland, Perthshire, Rannoch Moor. A stream rushes down from the mountains near Rannoch Moor in the Central Highlands, Scotland

Oustaleti chameleon (Furcifer oustaleti) Loky-Manambato - Daraina. Northern MADAGASCAR

Plantation Tamil women weighing prized Uva tea in the Namunukula Mountains near Ella, Central Highlands, Sri Lanka, Asia

View from Little Adams Peak across Ella Gap to Ella Rock and highway to the south coast, Ella, Central Highlands, Sri Lanka, Asia

The Badulla to Colombo train, a scenic ride through the Central Highlands with its mountains and tea plantations, Ella, Sri Lanka, Asia

Richly flavoured, aromatic high altitude Uva tea growing in the Namunukula Mountains, Ella, Central Highlands, Sri Lanka, Asia

Plantation Tamil women bagging and weighing prized Uva tea by a temple near Ella in the Central Highlands, Ella, Sri Lanka, Asia

Staples like rice and pulses for sale at the huge market in Saquisili, north of Latacunga, Cotopaxi Province, Central Highlands, Ecuador, South America

Laguna Quilatoa, famous volcanic crater with 250m deep green lake of alkaline water, west of Latacunga, Cotopaxi Province, Central Highlands, Ecuador, South America

Volcan Cotopaxi, at 5897m, second highest volcano in Ecuador, known for its classic cone shape, viewed from Latacunga, Cotopaxi Province, Central Highlands, Ecuador, South America

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The Central Highlands, a captivating region that spans across various countries and continents, offers breathtaking landscapes and cultural gems. In Sri Lanka's Nuwara Eliya district, nestled within the heart of the Central Highlands, lies a picturesque paradise. Surrounded by mist-covered mountains and lush greenery, this enchanting town is often referred to as "Little England" due to its colonial-era charm. As you explore the area, you'll be captivated by the beauty of Maussakele Reservoir. Here, fishermen skillfully cast their nets against a backdrop of serene waters reflecting the majestic mountains at sunrise. The reservoir serves as a tranquil oasis amidst the bustling highlands. Another must-visit destination in Sri Lanka's Central Highlands is Adams Peak (Sri Pada). As dawn breaks over this sacred mountain peak, revealing stunning views of both mountains and Maussakele Reservoir below, it becomes clear why pilgrims have been drawn to this spiritual site for centuries. Traveling further west to Costa Rica's Central America region brings us to Sarchi Village. This crafts town is renowned for its decorative painting and iconic ox carts that showcase traditional artistry passed down through generations. Immerse yourself in local culture as you witness an ornate ox cart being meticulously crafted or admire one already completed. Venturing southward takes us to Australia's Tasmania where Cradle Mountain stands tall within Lake St Clair National Park. With storm clouds dramatically parting ways to reveal Mount Pelion West in all its glory, nature enthusiasts will find themselves awe-struck by this mesmerizing sight. In Ecuador's Ambato Province lies Banos - a gateway city into the country's Central Highlands. Here you can experience an exhilarating cable car ride at Rio Verde waterfall while taking in panoramic views of the Pastaza River valley flowing from Andes Mountains towards Amazon Basin above. Vietnam also boasts its own slice of beauty within its Central Highlands region.