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Graveyard at Melrose Abbey

Graveyard at Melrose Abbey

My second visit to Melrose Abbey in central Scotland and the second time I have had lovely weather. As you can see from the long shadows, it was winter which means it was even more unusual to be so fortunate with the lighting. To take this photograph I climbed the stairs inside the abbey to the viewing point, which gave this unusual perspective on these old grave stones. I find it very strange how a couple of the grave stones are almost completely submerged in the ground.

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Domes of St. Mark’s Basilica

Domes of St. Mark's Basilica

This is the view of St. Mark’s Basilica from the top of the Campanile, which is the bell tower of the Basilica. As you can see, the bell tower gives you some of the best views over Venice. Looking in the opposite direction you can look down into the world famous St. Mark’s Square directly below. My uncle Tim had warned me not to go up on the hour as this is a bell tower, apparently he was up there when the clock struck 12 and the bells are very loud.

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Printworks Exterior Manchester

Printworks Exterior Manchester

The Printworks is an entertainment venue in the centre of Manchester. This is the modern side of the large building which houses a number of popular clubs, bars and restaurants as well as a 23 screen cinema and an IMAX 3D Screen. This photograph was captured from the top level of the Shudehill interchange. You can see the Metrolink tram station at the bottom of the frame.

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Chill Factore from the Air

Chill Factore from the Air

A few years back I was lucky enough to go for a flying lesson in a light aircraft. Obviously I was focused mainly on taking off, flying around and landing the plane, but I did take my camera for a couple of quick grab shots through the window. Above we can see the newly completed (at the time) Chill Factore indoor ski slope. To the right is Barton Bridge, taking the M60 motorway over the Manchester Ship Canal and in the foreground is the sewage works.