Catalonia’s spectacular gorge

In Catalonia, Spain, the River Noguera Ribagorçana passes through the Serra del Montsec mountain system, creating a beautiful hiking destination called Congost de Mont-Rebei. The gorge features 1640-foot walls of limestone with embedded pathways for visitors to take in the gorgeous scenic views.

Purnululu National Park

Around 350 million years ago, the sedimentary rock domes of the Bungle Bungle Range in Australia were formed. Their layering of orange and grey bands in beehive-like shapes make up a distinctive landscape in Purnululu National Park, which was declared a World Heritage Site in 2003.

Awe-inspiring landscapes

We thought you’d appreciated a weekday break by viewing this photo selection of serene places that beckon photographers, including six spectacular destinations in Arizona, Scotland, Colorado, Japan, Switzerland, and New Mexico.

Adventures in Antartica

Antarctica, the southernmost continent that spans 5.4 million square miles of icy terrain, contains incredible desolate landscapes and teeming wildlife. And a lucky few Flickr members have made the journey to this majestic destination …

Discovering the Canary Islands

The Canary Islands features extraordinary volcanic and coastal landscapes, including locations at Bodega La Geria and Timanfaya National Park. The Spanish archipelago that’s 62 miles […]

Carnival of Venice 2014

Photos from the masquerade festival in Venice, Italy, featuring the extravagant outfits and masks of revelers. Venetians have celebrated the traditional event annually since its […]