Danube Collection (page 2)

Of a dream
Ionut Petrea

White water lilies (Nymphaea alba) on surface of Danube delta rewilding area, Romania

Old Town Water Fountain & Bell Tower, Deggendorf, Lower Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

Town Hall (Rathaus) and The River Danube, Passau, Lower Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

Neuburg Castle reflected in the River Danube at sunrise, Neuburg, Neuburg-Schrobenhausen, Bavaria, Germany

Neuburg Castle reflected in the River Danube at dawn, Neuburg, Neuburg-Schrobenhausen, Bavaria, Germany

Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest, Hungary

Weissenkirchen in der Wachau, Wachau, Waldviertel, district of Krems, Lower Austria, Austria, Europe. Sunrise in the vineyards near Weissenkirchen in der Wachau

Schoenbühel-Aggsbach, Wachau, district of Melk, Lower Austria, Austria, Europe
Schoenbuhel-Aggsbach, Wachau, district of Melk, Lower Austria, Austria, Europe. The castle ruins of Aggstein

Vienna, Austria, Europe. The Schonbrunn Palace at sunrise. A fountain in the forecourt with the sculptures Danube, Inn, and Enns

Austria, Vienna, Donau City, Ponte Cagrana Pontoon bridge over the New Danube River

Hainburg an der Donau, Austria
3786164 Hainburg an der Donau, Austria; (add.info.: Hainburg an der Donau, Austria. Town on the banks of the Danube. Early 20th century postcard.); Lebrecht History

Roman Emperors - Liebig Meat Extract collectible card
3782050 Roman Emperors - Liebig Meat Extract collectible card; (add.info.: Roman Emperors - Liebig Meat Extract collectible card, 1907)

Galati, ROMANIA - March 19, 2021: Aerial view of Galati City, Romania. Danube River near city with sunset warm light

Aerial view of Danube ferry near Galati City, Romania. Danube River near city with sunset warm light

Galati, ROMANIA - July 22, 2021: Aerial view of Galati City, Romania. Night city lights after sunset at blue hour

Linz, Austria. Panoramic cityscape image of riverside Linz, Austria during twilight blue hour with reflection of the city lights in Danube river

Parliament building, Budapest, Hungary

Evening view at Belgrade, capital city of Serbia

Evening view at Hungarian Parliament building, Budapest, Hungary

Budapest - Parliament building, Hungary

Budapest, Hungary - Parliament building

Hungarian Parliament building, Budapest, Hungary

Parliament building, Budapest, Hungary

Ulm view and Danube river from Berblinger Turm tower in sunset warm light

Galati, ROMANIA - May 26, 2022: Aerial view of Galati City, Romania. Night city lights after sunset at blue hour

Linz, Austria. Cityscape image of riverside Linz, Austria during twilight blue hour with reflection of the city lights in Danube river

Budapest - Hungarian Parliament building, Hungary

Chain Bridge and Hungarian Parliament building, Budapest, Hungary

Braila, Romania - November 13, 2022: IHI Webuild japonese company building the bridge over Danube River near Braila City in Romania

Panoramic aerial drone view from above of the suspended bridge over danube river, under construction, between Braila and Tulcea cities in Romania

Night view at blue hour of Galati City, Romania with reflections in Danube River and stars on sky

Sunset over Danube River and Galati City, Romania

Budapest. Image of Budapest, capital city of Hungary, during sunset

Passau. Passau skyline during sunset, Bavaria, Germany

Aerial view of Galati City, Romania. Danube River near city with sunset warm light

Budapest - View at Hungarian Chain Bridge and St Stephen Basilica at night, Budapest, Hungary

Budapest - View at Parliament Building, Danube River, Budapest, Hungary

Hungarian Parliament - View at Chain Bridge and The Parliament Building, Danube River, Budapest, Hungary

Map of the Battle of Blenheim (or Blindheim), Hochstadt, Germany, 13 August 1704, part of the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714). Date: 1704

European bee eater (Merops apiaster) pair at nest at breeding site, Danube delta rewilding area, Romania, June

Budapest parliament building, Hungary
The Hungarian Parliament Building from the Danube in Budapest

Long-nosed / Sand viper (Vipera ammodytes) Djerdap National Park, Serbia, June 2009

RF- Pool Frog (Rana lessonae) sitting on white lily pad, Danube delta rewilding area, Romania

Dalmatian pelican (Pelecanus crispus) profile in flight, Danube delta rewilding area, Romania

Michalska Street and Michael's Gate (Michalska brana), Bratislava, Slovakia

Slovak National Theatre, Hviezdoslavovo namestie square, Bratislava, Slovakia

Main Square (Hlavne namestie) at sunset, Bratislava, Slovakia

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The majestic Danube, flowing through time and history, holds the secrets of Europe within its waters. As I gaze upon a Budapest city map from 1895, I am transported back to an era where horse-drawn carriages roamed the streets and grand buildings lined the riverbanks. In the enchanting darkness, Budapest's Chain Bridge comes alive with shimmering lights that dance upon the Danube's surface. The bridge stands as a symbol of connection between Buda and Pest, uniting two halves of a magnificent city. Tracing my fingers over a map depicting the Dacian Empire and Roman provinces, I imagine ancient civilizations flourishing along this mighty river. From conquerors to traders, they all left their mark on these shores. From high above in Central Hungary, Matthias Church and Fishermen's Bastion offer breathtaking views over the Danube. The ornate spires of Matthias Church reach towards the heavens while Fishermen's Bastion stands as a testament to Hungary's rich architectural heritage. Journeying westward along this iconic waterway brings me to Durnstein in Austria's Wachau Valley. Here, vineyards cling to steep hillsides overlooking the Danube River - a picturesque scene straight out of a postcard. As evening falls once again, I marvel at how effortlessly cities like Passau reveal their beauty alongside the tranquil flow of the Danube. Lights twinkle on both sides of this international border as if celebrating unity amidst diversity. Standing proudly against Budapest's skyline is Parliament building - an architectural masterpiece overlooking its faithful companion: The Danube River. Together they create an awe-inspiring panorama that captures hearts from every angle. At sunset, when golden hues paint Budapest’s sky behind Szechenyi Lanchid (Chain Bridge), it becomes clear why this city is called "the Pearl of the Danube. " Hungarian National Gallery shines brightly nearby; together they illuminate both artistry and engineering brilliance.