Southern Europe Collection (page 22)

Barbary macaque (Macaca sylvanus) baby sheltering between arms of mother and another adult. Gibraltar Nature Reserve, Gibraltar. August

Dalmatian pelican (Pelicanus crispus) group squabbling over fish, Lake Kerkini, Greece

Pico de Mondarruego and Arazas River Valle de Ordesa, Ordesa National Park, Spain, October

Orange lily (Lilium bulbiferum) and Meadow clary (Salvia pratensis) flowers in alpine meadow. Dolomites, Italy. June

Sulphur pasqueflower (Pulsatilla alpina apiifolia) in alpine grassalnd in Dolomites, mountain in background. Trentino, Italy. June 2019

Oxlip (Primula elatior) in alpine pasture following snow melt, mountains in background. Col di Rodella, Fassa Valley, Dolomites, Trentino, Italy. June 2019

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) mother and calf diving down, Faial Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean July

European Robin (Erithacus rubecula) backlit on branch, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, southern Spain, October

Gerra beach and sea, Oyambre Natural Park, San Vicente de la Barquera, Cantabrian Sea, Cantabria, Spain. February

Partial rainbow in the Massif of Las Ubinas between Asturias and Leon, Spain

Aerial view of wheat seedlings pushing through strips of bare, cultivated land in spring, turning the landscape green. Toledo, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain

Dalmatian pelicans (Pelecanus crispus) squabbling over fish, Lake Kerkini, Greece. March

Dalmatian pelican (Pelecanus crispus) portrait, Lake Kerkini, Greece, February

RF - Dalmatian pelicans (Pelecanus crispus) Lake Kerkini, Greece, March. This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Lanzas salamander (Salamandra lanzai), endemic to Cottian Alps, Monviso massif, Italy

RF - Red kite (Milvus milvus) in flight. Calera y Chozas, Castile-La Mancha, Spain. December. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Visitors to Lake Bled, Slovenia, October 2017

Strinatii lungless salamander (Speleomantes strinatii) hiding under chestnut leaves into a deciduous wood in Northern Italy. San Bartolomeo di Savignone, Italy. October

Lusitano horses, five young stallions playing between trees in pasture, silhouetted at dawn. Portugal. April

Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus) sniffing scent on dead branch, Parque Natural Sierra de Andujar, Andalucia, Spain. January

Red deer stag (Cervus elaphus) and a Holm oak tree (Quercus ilex) silhouetted Parque Natural Sierra de Andujar, Andalucia, Spain. January

Conger eel, (Conger conger) on Teti shipwreck which sank on a stormy night on 23 May 1930, Komiza, Vis Island, Croatia, Adriatic Sea

Bedriagas rock lizard (Archaeolacerta bedriagae) is Sardinia, Italy. Endemic

Asp Viper (Vipera aspis) with field full of dandelions, Italy

Balearic shearwater (Puffinus mauretanicus) chick in breeding colony inside a coastal cave, Sa Conillera island, Es Vedra reserve, Ibiza, Balearic islands, Spain, June. Critically endangered species

Salto del Carpin, Valle de Bujaruelo, Ordesa National Park, Spain. October 2019

River Ara, Valle de Bujaruelo, Ordesa National Park, Spain. October 2019

Meadow of Neptune seagrass (Posidonia oceanica), Chersonissos, Heraklion, Crete, Greece

Black-tailed wrasse (Symphodus melanocercus) sheltering within Neptune seagrass (Posidonia oceanica). Agia Pelagia, Heraklion, Crete, Greece

Neptune seagrass (Posidonia oceanica) meadow, Samaria National Park, Chania, Crete, Greece

A school of Siganids (Siganus rivulatus) fish swimming over meadow of little Neptune seagrass (Cymodocea nodosa). Agia Pelagia, Heraklion, Crete, Greece

A school of striped red mullet or surmullet (Mullus surmuletus) swim over seagrass meadow, Agia Pelagia, Heraklion, Crete, Greece

Neptune seagrass meadow (Posidonia oceanica) in the coastal zone of the Samaria National Park, Chania, Crete

Abandonded fishing gear in seagrass meadow, with red sea squirt (Halocynthia papillosa), Samaria National Park, Chania, Crete, Greece

Balearic shearwater (Puffinus mauretanicus) at night inside a breeding colony cave, Des Conills islet, Malgrats islands (ZEPA, Zona de Especial Proteccion para las Aves), Majorca

Alpine flower meadow landscape - Seiser Alm with mountains of Langkofel Group in the background. Dolomoites, South Tyrol, Italy. July 2019

Cuckoo wrasse (Labrus mixtus) male in front of Red sea fan, (Paramuricea clavata), Stupiste In dive site, Vis Island, Croatia, Adriatic Sea, Mediterranean

Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) near surface, Sado Estuary, Arribida, Portugal

Greater flamingoes (Phoenicopterus roseus) males twisting their necks together and fighting in a disused salt pan. La Tancada Salinas Nature Reserve, Ebro Delta, Catalonia, Spain

Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus) portrait, Sierra de Andujar Natural Park, Andalucia, Spain

Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus) female with playful cub, Sierra de Andujar Natural Park, Andalucia, Spain

Dead Langs short-tailed blue butterfly (Leptotes pirithous) in a river with bacterial film, Los Alcornocales Natural Park, Southern Spain, September

Common redstart (Phoenicurus phoenicurus) taking off, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park. Southern Spain. September

Blue tit (Cyanistes caeruleus) Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park. Southern Spain. July

Little owl (Athene noctua) taking shelter from the rain, Arcos de la Frontera, southern Spain. April

Cork trees (Quercus suber) stripped of bark, in forest. Los Alcornocales Natural Park, Cortes de la Frontera, southern Spain, November

Ferns on the forest floor with Cork trees (Quercus suber )stripped of bark in the background, Los Alcornocales Natural Park, southern Spain, November

Grey shrike (Lanius meridionalis) perched, Navarra province. Spain, July

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Southern Europe is a captivating region that boasts an abundance of cultural treasures and breathtaking landscapes. From the awe-inspiring Ceiling of the Sistine Chapel to the vibrant Vucciria Market in Palermo, Sicily, every corner offers a unique experience. The picturesque Villa Balbianello overlooking Lake Como enchants visitors with its timeless beauty, while the Azure Window at Dwejra Point in Gozo, Malta leaves them mesmerized by nature's wonders. Nicosia, Sicily's charming town, takes you back in time with its historical charm and rich heritage. Meanwhile, Pompeii stands as a haunting reminder of ancient civilization frozen in time atop Mt Vesuvius. A vintage map of Magna Graecia showcases Southern Europe's deep-rooted history and influences from Greek settlers. The island nation of Cyprus is beautifully depicted on a detailed map that highlights its diverse landscapes and cultural fusion. Lucca in Tuscany invites travelers to wander through narrow streets lined with medieval architecture and immerse themselves in Italian authenticity. Inside the renowned Sistine Chapel lies an artistic masterpiece that transcends time - its interior adorned with stunning frescoes created by Michelangelo himself. An antique damaged map from the 19th century evokes nostalgia for Italy's past while reminding us of our connection to history. Lastly, Positano reveals itself as a postcard-perfect destination when viewed from Hotel Sirenuse - cascading colorful houses perched on cliffs against azure Mediterranean waters create an unforgettable sight. Southern Europe beckons adventurers seeking both cultural immersion and natural beauty; it is truly a treasure trove waiting to be explored.