Archiv der Kategorie: Photoblog

Berichte im Photoblog

Georgia Pictures

Georgia Pictures

Due to heavy problems publishing photos on WordPress all photos about Georgia are published on ralf-kayser-photo.com.

Folow this link: http://www.ralf-kayser-photo.com/sets/georgia/

Georgia_2016_ _Nr 1_ GPS 42°39'33- N 44°38'60- E

Tbilisi is the capital and largest city of the country of Georgia, located in the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It is known for its rich history, culture, and architecture, as well as its delicious cuisine and wine.

Some popular things to see and do in Tbilisi include:

  • Visiting Old Tbilisi, which offers a glimpse into the city’s history and culture, with its charming cobblestone streets, ancient bathhouses, and traditional houses.
  • Exploring the Narikala Fortress, an ancient fortress that offers panoramic views of the city and the Mtkvari River.
  • Visiting the Metekhi Church, a medieval church that offers a glimpse into the city’s Christian heritage.
  • Visiting the Sulfur Baths, which are an important part of the city’s history and culture, and are said to have healing properties.
  • Visiting the Tbilisi Opera and Ballet Theatre, which is one of the most important cultural institutions in the city.
  • Visiting the Rike Park, a park that offers beautiful views of the city, and also has a variety of entertainment options such as an amusement park, a concert hall, and a planetarium.

Tbilisi is also known for its delicious local cuisine, such as the famous „Khinkali“ (a traditional Georgian dumpling), „Khachapuri“ (a traditional Georgian bread), and „Kharcho“ (a traditional Georgian soup).

I recommend you to check the official website of the Georgian National Tourism Administration for the most up-to-date information before planning your visit.

Georgia

Travelling to Georgia.
From 7th to 20th of June

Tuesday 7th of June
arrived in Tbilisi (Tiflis).

image
view from hotel City

Wednesday 8th of June
Tbilisi (Tiflisi,Tiflis ) city tour.

image
Tbilisi capital of Georgia

Thursday 9th of June
taveling to south west, close to the border of Aserbaidschan.

image
Monks abbey, caves carved out of rock

image
caves from the year 600

Friday 10th of June
travelling from church to church but finally the day ends with good food.

image
Signagi Georgia

image
Georgian food

Saturday 11th of June
Travelling to Kazbegi

image
Kazbeg mountain more than 5000m high

Sunday 12th of June
Hikig to the Gergeti church, 400m above Kazbeki town.

image
Gergeti church at the right side on the green hill, in the background the Kazbeg mountain.

image
Gergeti church.

Monday 13th of June
travelling from Kazbegi to Borjomi the city with the famous mineral water. On the way stopping at Gori where Stalin was born.

image
house of Stalin's birth

image
Stalin's waggon with armed walls.

Tuesday 14th of June
From Borjomi to Achalziche.

image
Chertwisi castle

image
Flowers and river nearby Chertwisi castle

Wednesday 15th of June
Travelling to Kutaisi.

image
Borjomi-Kharagauli national park. This is the biggest national park in Europe.

Thursday 16th of June
On the way to Batumi.

image
Motsameta Abbey

image
Close to the abbey.

Friday 17th of June
Visiting the area around Batumi.

image
Historic stone bridge from the 12th century.

Saturday 18th of June
Batumi

image
Batumi, new town, at the Black Sea

image
Batumi harbour

Sunday 19th of June
Travelling back to Tbilisi.
image

image

Monday 20th of June.
Flight back to Germany, end of the trip.
Georgia is really a visit worth. The landscape is stunning and it’s culture impressive.

Canada, Yukon Territory, Indian Summer

Indian Summer in the Yukon territory.

In autumn the landscape in Canada turns into warm colours.

Yukon Coposite Indian Summer
Yukon Coposite Indian Summer

 

For more composite pictures please
visit www.ralf-kayser-photo.com

The Yukon Territory is a Canadian region located in the far north of the country, known for its rugged wilderness, natural beauty, and unique culture. The Indian Summer is a term used to describe the period of warm and sunny weather that occurs in the fall, usually in September and October.

During the Indian Summer, the Yukon Territory offers a wide range of outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, and wildlife watching, as the leaves are changing colors, creating a beautiful landscape.

Some popular things to see and do in the Yukon during Indian Summer include:

  • Hiking in one of the many national parks such as Kluane National Park, home of Mount Logan, Canada’s highest peak, and Tombstone Territorial Park, known for its rugged mountains and alpine meadows.
  • Fishing for salmon in the many rivers and streams that flow through the region.
  • Wildlife watching, such as spotting grizzly bears, caribou, and moose in their natural habitat.
  • Visiting the Whitehorse, the capital city of the Yukon, known for its history, culture, and outdoor activities.
  • Visiting the Dawson City, a city located in the heart of the Klondike Gold Rush, known for its history, culture, and outdoor activities.
  • Visiting the Takhini Hot Pools, natural hot springs located just outside of Whitehorse, and offers a relaxing soak after a day of outdoor activities

It’s also important to note that the Indian Summer in the Yukon Territory can be short-lived, and the weather can change quickly, so it is important to be prepared for different weather conditions and to check the forecast before heading out.

Le territoire du Yukon est une région canadienne située à l’extrême nord du pays, connue pour sa nature sauvage, sa beauté naturelle et sa culture unique. L’été indien est un terme utilisé pour décrire la période de temps chaud et ensoleillé qui se produit à l’automne, généralement en septembre et octobre.

Pendant l’été indien, le territoire du Yukon offre un large éventail d’activités de plein air telles que la randonnée, le camping, la pêche et l’observation de la faune, car les feuilles changent de couleur, créant un paysage magnifique.

Voici quelques activités populaires à voir et à faire au Yukon pendant l’été indien :

Faire de la randonnée dans l’un des nombreux parcs nationaux, comme le parc national de Kluane, où se trouve le mont Logan, le plus haut sommet du Canada, et le parc territorial de Tombstone, connu pour ses montagnes accidentées et ses prairies alpines.
La pêche au saumon dans les nombreuses rivières et ruisseaux qui traversent la région.
L’observation de la faune, notamment des grizzlis, des caribous et des orignaux dans leur habitat naturel.
Visiter Whitehorse, la capitale du Yukon, connue pour son histoire, sa culture et ses activités de plein air.
Visite de Dawson City, une ville située au cœur de la ruée vers l’or du Klondike, connue pour son histoire, sa culture et ses activités de plein air.
Visiter les piscines chaudes de Takhini, des sources chaudes naturelles situées juste à l’extérieur de Whitehorse, qui offrent un bain relaxant après une journée d’activités de plein air.
Il est également important de noter que l’été indien dans le territoire du Yukon peut être de courte durée et que le temps peut changer rapidement. Il est donc important de se préparer à différentes conditions météorologiques et de vérifier les prévisions avant de partir.

Völklinger Hütte

Colors of Völklinger Hütte

the corrosion at the UNESCO world heritage Völklinger Hütte shows a huge variety of colors.

 

Colors of Voelklinger Huette
Colors of Voelklinger Huette

 

For more composite pictures please
visit www.ralf-kayser-photo.com

Völklinger Hütte is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former ironworks in Völklingen, Germany. The site includes the blast furnace, coke plant, and various other buildings and machinery that were used in the iron production process. Today, the site operates as a museum and cultural center, offering guided tours, workshops, and temporary exhibitions. To visit Völklinger Hütte, you can purchase tickets online or at the on-site ticket office. The museum is open year-round, but hours and availability may vary depending on the season.

Die Völklinger Hütte ist eine UNESCO-Welterbestätte und ein ehemaliges Eisenwerk in Völklingen, Deutschland. Auf dem Gelände befinden sich der Hochofen, die Kokerei und verschiedene andere Gebäude und Maschinen, die bei der Eisenherstellung verwendet wurden. Heute ist das Gelände ein Museum und Kulturzentrum, das Führungen, Workshops und Wechselausstellungen anbietet. Um die Völklinger Hütte zu besuchen, können Sie online oder an der Kasse vor Ort Eintrittskarten erwerben. Das Museum ist ganzjährig geöffnet, aber die Öffnungszeiten und die Verfügbarkeit können je nach Saison variieren.

New York at Night

New York City at Night

Pictures were captured in Summer 2014.
It was during the soccer world championship.
You can see the Empire State Building which is colored
in Black-Red-Gold, the colors of the German flag. This was
because of the German 7:1 victory over Brazil the day before.

New York at Night
New York at Night

 

For more composite pictures please
visit www.ralf-kayser-photo.com

New York City is a vibrant and diverse metropolis located in the state of New York in the northeastern United States. It is known for its iconic landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, Empire State Building, and Times Square, as well as its world-class museums, Broadway shows, and shopping.

To visit New York City, you will need to plan ahead and make sure you have all the necessary documents, such as a valid passport if you are traveling from outside the United States. You will also need to make arrangements for transportation and accommodations, as well as research the various places you would like to visit and plan your itinerary.

New York City has many options for transportation such as Taxi, Uber, and Lyft. Also, the public transportation system is efficient and inexpensive. It is also important to check current travel restrictions.

Keep in mind that many popular tourist destinations in New York City may have limited capacity or advanced reservations required due to COVID-19. Be sure to check the websites of the places you plan to visit for up-to-date information and guidelines

New York City ist eine pulsierende und vielfältige Metropole im Bundesstaat New York im Nordosten der Vereinigten Staaten. Sie ist bekannt für ihre ikonischen Wahrzeichen wie die Freiheitsstatue, den Central Park, das Empire State Building und den Times Square sowie für ihre Weltklasse-Museen, Broadway-Shows und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten.

Um New York City zu besuchen, müssen Sie im Voraus planen und sicherstellen, dass Sie alle erforderlichen Dokumente haben, z. B. einen gültigen Reisepass, wenn Sie von außerhalb der Vereinigten Staaten anreisen. Außerdem müssen Sie Vorkehrungen für Transport und Unterkunft treffen sowie die verschiedenen Orte, die Sie besuchen möchten, recherchieren und Ihre Reiseroute planen.

In New York City gibt es viele Transportmöglichkeiten wie Taxi, Uber und Lyft. Auch das öffentliche Verkehrssystem ist effizient und preiswert. Es ist auch wichtig, sich über die aktuellen Reisebeschränkungen zu informieren.

Denken Sie daran, dass viele beliebte Reiseziele in New York City aufgrund von COVID-19 möglicherweise nur begrenzte Kapazitäten haben oder eine Vorabreservierung erforderlich ist. Informieren Sie sich auf den Websites der Orte, die Sie besuchen möchten, über aktuelle Informationen und Richtlinien

Tuscany Italy

Impressions of Tuscany

Typicaly impresions from Tuscany are in colour because of the special light in this region.
But also in black&white you can get an idea how „light“ looks in Tuscany – just use your imagination.

Tuscany Gladiators
Tuscany Gladiators

 

Tuscany Landscape
Tuscany Landscape

 

Firenze Arno River
Firenze Arno River

 

[google-map-v3 shortcodeid=“b56790c6″ width=“350″ height=“350″ zoom=“6″ maptype=“roadmap“ mapalign=“left“ directionhint=“false“ language=“default“ poweredby=“false“ maptypecontrol=“true“ pancontrol=“true“ zoomcontrol=“true“ scalecontrol=“true“ streetviewcontrol=“true“ scrollwheelcontrol=“false“ draggable=“true“ tiltfourtyfive=“false“ enablegeolocationmarker=“false“ enablemarkerclustering=“false“ addmarkermashup=“false“ addmarkermashupbubble=“false“ addmarkerlist=“italien florenz{}1-default.png“ bubbleautopan=“true“ distanceunits=“km“ showbike=“false“ showtraffic=“false“ showpanoramio=“false“]

Hello Taxi

Hello Taxi!

Yellow, every where you are looking, you will see a yellow taxi.
You know you are in New York City.
It is nearly impossible to take a picture without capturing a taxi.
No difference during the day or at night.



[google-map-v3 shortcodeid=“32c63c90″ width=“350″ height=“350″ zoom=“12″ maptype=“roadmap“ mapalign=“left“ directionhint=“false“ language=“default“ poweredby=“false“ maptypecontrol=“true“ pancontrol=“true“ zoomcontrol=“true“ scalecontrol=“true“ streetviewcontrol=“true“ scrollwheelcontrol=“false“ draggable=“true“ tiltfourtyfive=“false“ enablegeolocationmarker=“false“ enablemarkerclustering=“false“ addmarkermashup=“false“ addmarkermashupbubble=“false“ addmarkerlist=“New York City{}1-default.png“ bubbleautopan=“true“ distanceunits=“km“ showbike=“false“ showtraffic=“false“ showpanoramio=“false“]

NYC Trucks

Trucks in New York City

Not only buildings are big in NYC, also the rest!

 

 
[google-map-v3 shortcodeid=“1708fe3b“ width=“350″ height=“350″ zoom=“12″ maptype=“roadmap“ mapalign=“left“ directionhint=“false“ language=“default“ poweredby=“false“ maptypecontrol=“true“ pancontrol=“true“ zoomcontrol=“true“ scalecontrol=“true“ streetviewcontrol=“true“ scrollwheelcontrol=“false“ draggable=“true“ tiltfourtyfive=“false“ enablegeolocationmarker=“false“ enablemarkerclustering=“false“ addmarkermashup=“false“ addmarkermashupbubble=“false“ addmarkerlist=“New York city{}1-default.png“ bubbleautopan=“true“ distanceunits=“km“ showbike=“false“ showtraffic=“false“ showpanoramio=“false“]

Infrared

Infrared Exposures of New York City

Imfrared pictures were taken with a Nikon D700 which was converted by Optic Makario exchanging the internal IR-pass filter. This standard filter is blocking the infrared rays above 700 nm, it is mounted directly in front of the sensor. Allowing to pass visible light from 400 nm to 700 nm. This IR-pass filter is removed and replaced by a IR-pass filter blocking all wavelengths below 720 nm.  After this change the sensor captures only IR wavelengths from 720 nm to 1100 nm which are invisible to the human eye.

New York infrared HDR, Central Park
New York infrared HDR, Central Park

Pictures were taken in New York, Central Park with a Nikkor 24 mm. Aperture was 8 because above you can get IR-hot-spots. The picture was set-up from three exposures -1/0/+1 f-stop which were combined to a HDR. Finaly the blue and red chanels were switched.

NYC Central Park infrared exposure 720 nm, black&white
NYC Central Park infrared exposure 720 nm, black&white

With the same Camera set-up but converted into black and white.

 
[google-map-v3 shortcodeid=“1c8b9989″ width=“350″ height=“350″ zoom=“12″ maptype=“roadmap“ mapalign=“left“ directionhint=“false“ language=“default“ poweredby=“false“ maptypecontrol=“true“ pancontrol=“true“ zoomcontrol=“true“ scalecontrol=“true“ streetviewcontrol=“true“ scrollwheelcontrol=“false“ draggable=“true“ tiltfourtyfive=“false“ enablegeolocationmarker=“false“ enablemarkerclustering=“false“ addmarkermashup=“false“ addmarkermashupbubble=“false“ addmarkerlist=“New York central park{}1-default.png“ bubbleautopan=“true“ distanceunits=“km“ showbike=“false“ showtraffic=“false“ showpanoramio=“false“]

 

Times Square – New York – Manhattan

Times Square is the theatre district in Manhattan, there are about 40 theatres.
At the crossing Broadway and 7th Avenue. It stretches from 42nd Street to West 47th Street.
It was named after the New York Times which is located there.
In 1976 the area around Times Square was known as the most dangerous place in New York. But times changed and today it is as safe as whole Manhattan. Where Broadway and Times Square meet the road was changed to a pedestrian area. It is a must to equip new buildings with illuminated advertisings. Especially for this advertisings a new unit was created – the LUTS (Lighting Unit for Times Square).

 

New York City Manhattan Times SquareNew York City Manhattan Times Square
New York City Manhattan Times Square (also on www.ralf-kayser-photo.com)

 

 
[google-map-v3 shortcodeid=“8cbb467b“ width=“350″ height=“350″ zoom=“12″ maptype=“roadmap“ mapalign=“left“ directionhint=“false“ language=“default“ poweredby=“false“ maptypecontrol=“true“ pancontrol=“true“ zoomcontrol=“true“ scalecontrol=“true“ streetviewcontrol=“true“ scrollwheelcontrol=“false“ draggable=“true“ tiltfourtyfive=“false“ enablegeolocationmarker=“false“ enablemarkerclustering=“false“ addmarkermashup=“false“ addmarkermashupbubble=“false“ addmarkerlist=“new york times square{}1-default.png“ bubbleautopan=“true“ distanceunits=“km“ showbike=“false“ showtraffic=“false“ showpanoramio=“false“]