Kandyan Dance, now considered to be the National Dance of Sri Lanka, Kandy, Sri Lanka, Asia

Hot peppers of various color used as food in Indian cuisine considered one of the richest in the world of flavors and fragrances, Nepal, Asia

Nordic House, exteriors and turf covered roof, Torshavn, Streymoy, Faroe Islands (Faroes), Denmark, EuropeThe Nordic House (in Faroese Nordurlandahusid) is the most important cultural institution in the Faroe Islands. Its aim is to support and promote Nordic and Faroese culture, locally and in the Nordic region. Materials come from all over Scandinavia. The building is considered to be one of the most beautiful in Scandinavia (arch. Ola Steen).

Statue of Ingolfur Arnarson, considered the first settler of Iceland, on Arnarholl Hill in Reykjavik, Iceland, Polar Regions

View to Bell Rock, considered a vortex by New Age metaphysicists, in early morning light, Sedona, Arizona, United States of America (U.S.A.), North America

Galapagos shearwater (Puffinus subalaris) nesting in lava nook in the Galapagos Island Archipelago, Ecuador. MORE INFO Until recently this species was considered a sub-species of the Audubon's shearwater, but mtDNA proves it to be an endemic distinct spec

Kandyan Dance, considered the national dance of Sri Lanka, Kandy, Hill Country, Sri Lanka, Asia

Meoto-Iwa (Wedded Rocks), two rocks considered to be male and female, joined in matrimony by shimenawa (sacred ropes), renewed in a special festival each year, Futami, Ise-Shima, Central Honshu (Chubu), Japan, Asia

Meoto-Iwa (Wedded Rocks), two rocks considered to be male and female, joined in matrimony by shimenawa (sacred ropes), renewed in a special festival each year, Futami, Ise-Shima, Central Honshu (Chubu), Japan, Asia

Meoto-Iwa (Wedded Rocks), two rocks considered to be male and female and joined in matrimony by shimenawa (sacred ropes), renewed in a special festival each year, Futami, Ise-Shima, Chubu, Central Honshu, Japan, Asia

View of Goree Island, UNESCO World Heritage Site, just offshore from, but considered a part of Dakar, Senegal, West Africa, Africa

View of Goree Island, UNESCO World Heritage Site, just offshore from, but considered a part of Dakar, Senegal, West Africa, Africa

View of Goree Island, UNESCO World Heritage Site, just offshore from, but considered a part of Dakar, Senegal, West Africa, Africa

Adult cactus finch (Geospiza scandens) on Isla Santa Cruz in the Galapagos Island Archipelago, Ecuador. MORE INFO This finch is considered to be one of the 15 species of finch comprising 'Darwin's finches', and was collected by Darwin on the second voyage

Sacred site of Shatrunjay, containing 863 Jain temples considered holiest of all pilgrimage places by Jains, Palitana, Gujarat, India, Asia

View of Goree Island, UNESCO World Heritage Site, just offshore from, but considered a part of Dakar, Senegal, West Africa, Africa

Kandyan Dance, considered the National Dance of Sri Lanka, the dancers are accompanied by drummers on the geta bera, Kandy, Hill Country, Sri Lanka, Asia

Four Dikshitar priests of the Chidambaram temple, considered the foremost amongst the devotees of the Lord Siva, Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu, India, Asia

Dong Quai, traditional Chinese Medicine ingredient, considered the female ginseng because of its balancing effect on the female hormonal system

The home of John Paul Jones, considered to be the founder of the American navy, situated on the Solway coast, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Yaya dance bar which is considered to be one of the top spots in Tel Aviv, Israel, Middle East

The home of John Paul Jones, considered to be the founder of the American navy, situated on the Solway coast, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Yaya dance bar which is considered to be one of the top spots in Tel Aviv, Israel, Middle East

Sao Francisco church built by Aleijadinho and considered his masterpiece, Ouro Preto, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Minas Gerias, Brazil, South America

Azur Real boutique hotel, considered the best in Cordoba City, Cordoba Province, Argentina, South America

Chatral senge dorje rinpoche seated on a tiger skin, yonglesho, Nepal

Dharma chakra, jhokang roof, lhasa. Buddha shakyamuni considered a cultivated awareness of death impermanence to be fundamental to a happy healthy life. Tibet

The Church of St. George (the Rotunda), considered the oldest building in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, Europe

The 11th century monastery complex at Alchi. Within the simple exterior are exceptional murals thought to have been painted by artists from the Kashmir Valley. The murals are considered as some of the world's finest examples of Indo-Tibetan art. Ladakh, India

Statue of Ingolfur Arnarson, considered the first settler, Reykjavik, Iceland, Polar Regions

Bujagali Falls is a waterfall near Jinja in Uganda where the Nile River comes out of Lake Victoria, sometimes considered the source of the Nile. This is a very popular tourist attraction for people wanting to raft on the white water rapids. Bujagali Falls, Jinja, Uganda, East Africa

Argon / Argain Oil, considered to be one of the finest natural anti-ageing treatments for skin, traditional grinding of seeds, milling, muslim women. Taroudant, Souks, Agadir. Morocco

American mink (Mustela vison). Non-native species in the UK considered a threat to ground-nesting birds and water voles in particular. Widespread as a result of escapes from fur farms since the 1950s. Hebrides, Scotland

American mink (Mustela vison). Non-native species in the UK considered a threat to ground-nesting birds and water voles in particular. Widespread as a result of escapes from fur farms since the 1950s. Hebrides, Scotland

Argon / Argain Oil, considered to be one of the finest natural anti-ageing treatments for skin. Taroudant, Souks, Agadir. Morocco

American mink (Mustela vison). Non-native species in the UK considered a threat to ground-nesting birds and water voles in particular. Widespread as a result of escapes from fur farms since the 1950s. Hebrides, Scotland

American mink (Mustela vison). Non-native species in the UK considered a threat to ground-nesting birds and water voles in particular. Widespread as a result of escapes from fur farms since the 1950s. Hebrides, Scotland

With a surface area of 68,800-úsquare kilometres (26,600-úsq-úmi), Lake Victoria is AfricaG®ös largest lake, and the largest tropical lake in the world. The Rail track meanders across Lake Victoria, just upstream from where the Victoria Nile river forms. This is the furthest point, and considered the source of the River Nile, the worldG®ös longest river. Jinja, Uganda, East Africa

American mink (Mustela vison). Non-native species in the UK considered a threat to ground-nesting birds and water voles in particular. Widespread as a result of escapes from fur farms since the 1950s. Hebrides, Scotland

American mink (Mustela vison). Non-native species in the UK considered a threat to ground-nesting birds and water voles in particular. Widespread as a result of escapes from fur farms since the 1950s. Hebrides, Scotland

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) fluking whilst being monitored by the "Greek Sperm Whale Research Program". The Mediterranean population is considered Endangered. SW Cretan Sea, Greece.

Black soldier flies are common and widespread fly of the family Stratiomyidae. Neither the larvae nor adults are considered pests or vectors. Instead, black soldier fly larvae play a similar role to that of redworms as essential decomposers in breaking down organic substrates and returning nutrients to the soil/environment.

This particular species of longhorn beetle can damage cereal crops but not to an extent of being considered a pest

Myrtos beach is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches on the island of Kefalonia. It is located on the west coast of the Ionian Islands, Greece

Myrtos beach is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches on the island of Kefalonia. It is located on the west coast of the Ionian Islands, Greece

Duisport, port and logistics center, Ruhrort inland port on the river Rhine, considered the world's largest inland port, Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, Europe

Kasbah Amridil is a historic fortified residence or kasbah in the oasis of Skoura, in Morocco. It is considered among the most impressive kasbahs of its kind in Morocco and was previously featured on the Moroccan 50 dirham note

Museum of Islamic Art, Doha, considered the most important museum of Islamic art in Arabia, landmark of the city of Doha, Qatar, Qatar, Asia

Bungalows on the beach of Ampana on Sulawesi. The town is the starting point for the onward journey to the Togian Islands which are considered a diving paradise in the Gulf of Tomini

The gardens of Schloss Trauttmansdorff. they are considered to be among the finest gardens or botanical gardens in Italy and europe. They are one of the top tourist attractions around Merano and South Tyrol. Europe, Central Europe, Eastern Alps, South Tyrol, Italy

The rock-hewn churches of Lalibela in Ethiopia. Pilgrim praying in front of a church. The churches of Lalibela have been constructed in the 12th or 13th century. They have been hewn from the solid rock and are considered to be one of the largest monolithic structures ever build by mankind, Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia, Lalibela

The gardens of Schloss Trauttmansdorff. they are considered to be among the finest gardens or botanical gardens in Italy and europe. They are one of the top tourist attractions around Merano and South Tyrol. Europe, Central Europe, Eastern Alps, South Tyrol, Italy

Memorial Place Manas Ordo near Talas in the Tien Shan mountains. Manas, a mystical as well as a historic person is considered as the founding father of historic Kyrgyzstan. Asia, Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan

The ruins of Quilmes near Tucuman and Cafayate. Quilmes is considered as the biggest pre-columbian settlement in Argentina. South America, Argentina, November

The companions of Manas. Memorial Place Manas Ordo near Talas in the Tien Shan mountains. Manas, a mystical as well as a historic person is considered as the founding father of historic Kyrgyzstan. Asia, Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan

The ruins of Quilmes near Tucuman and Cafayate. Quilmes is considered as the biggest pre-columbian settlement in Argentina. South America, Argentina, November

High school graduates are celebrating their graduation. Memorial Place Manas Ordo near Talas in the Tien Shan mountains. Manas, a mystical as well as a historic person is considered as the founding father of historic Kyrgyzstan. Asia, Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan

The companions of Manas. Memorial Place Manas Ordo near Talas in the Tien Shan mountains. Manas, a mystical as well as a historic person is considered as the founding father of historic Kyrgyzstan. Asia, Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan

High school graduates are celebrating their graduation. Memorial Place Manas Ordo near Talas in the Tien Shan mountains. Manas, a mystical as well as a historic person is considered as the founding father of historic Kyrgyzstan. Asia, Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan

The companions of Manas. Memorial Place Manas Ordo near Talas in the Tien Shan mountains. Manas, a mystical as well as a historic person is considered as the founding father of historic Kyrgyzstan. Asia, Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan

Memorial Place Manas Ordo near Talas in the Tien Shan mountains. Manas, a mystical as well as a historic person is considered as the founding father of historic Kyrgyzstan. Asia, Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan

The ruins of Quilmes near Tucuman and Cafayate. Quilmes is considered as the biggest pre-columbian settlement in Argentina. South America, Argentina, November

The ruins of Quilmes near Tucuman and Cafayate. Quilmes is considered as the biggest pre-columbian settlement in Argentina. South America, Argentina, November

The tomb of Manas. Memorial Place Manas Ordo near Talas in the Tien Shan mountains. Manas, a mystical as well as a historic person is considered as the founding father of historic Kyrgyzstan. Asia, Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan

Reykjavik, Harpa, the new convert hall and conference center (inaugurated in 2011). The buidling is considered to be one of the new architectural icons of Iceland. europe, northern europe, iceland, February

Reykjavik, Harpa, the new convert hall and conference center (inaugurated in 2011). The buidling is considered to be one of the new architectural icons of Iceland. europe, northern europe, iceland, February

The companions of Manas. Memorial Place Manas Ordo near Talas in the Tien Shan mountains. Manas, a mystical as well as a historic person is considered as the founding father of historic Kyrgyzstan. Asia, Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan

Kevin Jorgeson climbing "Fantasia" at Lover's Leap, a popular granite climbing destination near Lake Tahoe in California's Sierra Nevada mountains. The cliff is known for its distinct horizontal quartz dikes which make interesting climbing. This route is considered a risky mental test piece because of its lack of good cracks for protection. It was first climbed in 1973 by Royal Robbins and Ken Wilson.

Plain of Jars, Central Laos - February 2003: A dramatic sunset forms a dramatic backdrop behind the mysterious Plain of Jars in central Laos. The stone jars are still an enigma for archeologists, who have dated the relics to the period between 500 BC and 800 AD. There are many theories as to what the jars were used for and how they were created, but none of the theories are considered definitive.

Naga is the Sanskrit and Pali word for a deity or class of entity or being, taking the form of a very large snake, found in Hinduism and Buddhism. In India, nagas are considered nature spirits and the protectors of springs, wells and rivers. They bring rain, and thus fertility, but are also thought to bring disasters such as floods and drought. According to traditions nagas are only malevolent to humans when they have been mistreated. They are susceptible to mankind's disrespectful actions in relation to the environment. They are also associated with waters &33; rivers, lakes, seas, and wells &33; and are generally regarded as guardians of treasure.They are objects of great reverence in some parts of southern India where it is believe that they bring fertility and prosperity to their venerators. Expensive and grand rituals are conducted in their honour.

Women in burqas flock like doves to the entrance of the main mosque at the Blue Mosque complex, Mazar-i-Sharif, Balkh Province, September 23, 2002. Wednesday mornings are reserved for women to come and worship at the mosque.Elaborate tilework and decorated spires adorn the mosque, also known as the Shrine of Hazrat Ali (Hazrat Ali was the son-in-law of the prophet Mohammed), who is believed to be buried here. The shrine, of particular importance for Afghanistan's Shi'ite Muslims, was first built in the 12th century, destroyed by Genghis Khan, and rebuilt in 1481. The current mosque, considered by some to be one of the most beautiful in Central Asia, is a modern restoration.

A man feeds white doves at dawn in front of the Blue Mosque, Mazar-i-Sharif, Balkh Province. Hundreds of doves, who are fed by worshippers and tended by special workers, live around the mosque, and it is thought that the place is so holy that a grey or brown dove will turn white if it lands on the Mosque. The mosque is also known as the Shrine of Hazrat Ali (Hazrat Ali was the son-in-law of the prophet Mohammed), who is believed to be buried here. The shrine, of particular importance for Afghanistan's Shi'ite Muslims, was first built in the 12th century, destroyed by Genghis Khan, and rebuilt in 1481. The current mosque, considered by some to be one of the most beautiful in Central Asia, is a modern restoration.

Uzbek women peek out from their veils in front of the tiled wall of the Blue Mosque, Mazar-i-Sharif, Balkh Province. The Blue Mosque is considered to be one of the most important and beautiful buildings in Afghanistan. The region around Mazar-i-Sharif is the center of the Uzbek tribe in Northern Afghanistan

Tajik women proudly pose with their children, burqa's thrown back, in front of the main entrance to the Blue Mosque, Mazar-i-Sharif, Balkh Province. Wednesday mornings are reserved for women to come and worship at the mosque. Elaborate tilework and decorated spires adorn the mosque, also known as the Shrine of Hazrat Ali (Hazrat Ali was the son-in-law of the prophet Mohammed), who is believed to be buried here. The shrine, of particular importance for Afghanistan's Shi'ite Muslims, was first built in the 12th century, destroyed by Genghis Khan, and rebuilt in 1481. The current mosque, considered by some to be one of the most beautiful in Central Asia, is a modern restoration.

Chris McNamara uses a sky hook to move higher while rock climbing Mescalito on El Capitan in Yosemite National Park, California. By the time McNamara was 18 years old he had rock climbed the 3000 foot high El Capitan more than 50 times. El Capitan is considered a big wall and usually requires aid climbing.

High Mountain Rangers Tom Ditola and David Weber are taking a rest on the West Rib on Mount McKinley, Alaska. Mount Hunter in the background. They are above the clouds in blue sky and the sun is shining. Mount McKinley, native name Denali, is the highest mountain peak in North America, with a summit elevation of 20,321 feet (6,194 m) above sea level. At some 18,000 feet (5,500 m), the base-to-peak rise is considered the largest of any mountain situated entirely above sea level. Measured by topographic prominence, it is the third most prominent peak after Mount Everest and Aconcagua. Located in the Alaska Range in the interior of the U.S. state of Alaska, McKinley is the centerpiece of Denali National Park and Preserve. Every climbing season High Mountain Rangers of the Denali National Park Service are called to help climbers in need. If possible the patient is brought down to base camp on foot, only in life threatening conditions a helicopter is called to evacuate the patient to a hospital in Anchorage.

Mountain ranger Brian Scheele on this way to Windy Corner on Mount McKinley, also know as Denali, in Alaska. He is pulling a sled, that together with his heavy backpack is containing all the gear like tents, clothing and food. Every climbing season High Mountain Rangers of the Denali National Park Service are called to help climbers in need. If possible the patient is brought down to Basecamp on foot, only in life threatening conditions a helicopter is called to evacuate the patient to a hospital in Anchorage. Mount McKinley, native name Denali, is the highest mountain peak in North America, with a summit elevation of 20,321 feet (6,194 m) above sea level. At some 18,000 feet (5,500 m), the base-to-peak rise is considered the largest of any mountain situated entirely above sea level. Measured by topographic prominence, it is the third most prominent peak after Mount Everest and Aconcagua. Located in the Alaska Range in the interior of the U.S. state of Alaska, McKinley is the centerpiece of Denali National Park and Preserve.

A guard at Queen Gawhar Shad's mausoleum, stands in front of four tall minarets, once part of a madrassa that was built in the 15th century by the last of the Timurid rulers, in Herat, Herat Province, Afghanistan. One of the finest examples of Timurid architecture, the minarets are spectacular remnants of a much larger complex considered to be one of the finest examples of Timurid architecture

UNALASKA, AK - JUNE 22: A group of western Stellar sea lions (Eumetopias jubatus) congregate on a rocky outcrop along the Aleutian chain on Unalaska Island, Alaska on June 22, 2008. The western Stellar sea lion. the largest of all sea lions, is considered endangered with the reason for its decline uknown. (Photo By Dan Rafla/Aurora), United States of America

Kathryn Lessey hikes, backpacks in up hill at Kirkwood, California. Kirkwood is considered part of the Lake Tahoe region.

This view, taken from the Rozenhoedkaai (street and walkway), is considered the most photographed spot in Bruges.

Esfahan, Iran - February, 2008: School girls dressed in pink visiting Imam Mosque. The 17th century mosque was built by Shah Abbas I and is considered one of the most beautiful in world with is blue-tile mosaic design and massive dome.

A large Turkomen family who have made a pilgrimage to the shrine of Hazrat Ali at the Blue Mosque in Mazar-i-Sharif, pose for a photo in front of the temple complex. The Blue Mosque is considered to be one of the most important and beautiful buildings in Afghanistan

August 18, 08 A Coho salmon is caught off the coast of Prince of Whales Island Alaska. Trolling for salmon is considered the "high-end" fishery because the way they catch is not harmful to the fish, in fact any by-catch or non-keeper salmon can be tossed back with little damage to the fish. So since the fish are in such good shape when caught, on individual hooks on long lines, they can be brought in and prepared or dressed (gutted and bled) and then iced within minutes and then within hours are on the troll tender that fillets and vacume pacs and then flash freezes them, so that most of the fresh caught fish for pricier consumption is troller caught, United States of America

SRL leather processing factory. Considered the best leather processing factory for quality and innovation in the world. Employs 2500 people. Processes untreated hides through to finished tanned and treated hides ready to be purchased by manufacturers of clothing, footwear, automative industry. The huge drums pictured in background of photo contain leather hides being processed and softed, in the foreground workers seen "splicing" or cutting in half the thickness of treated hide.

The National Art Museum of Catalonia, also known by its acronym MNAC, is illuminated at night in the city of Barcelona, Spain . Noted for its collection of Romanesque art, considered one of the most complete in the world.

The National Art Museum of Catalonia, also known by its acronym MNAC, is illuminated at night in the city of Barcelona, Spain . Noted for its collection of Romanesque art, considered one of the most complete in the world.

Tony Brunello hikes, backpacks up hill near Kirkwood Ski Resort, California. Kirkwood is considered part of the Lake Tahoe region.

A Road sign on CA 178 between Trona and Death Valley National Park with snow covered Telescope Peak (11049 ft, 3369 m) in the background in Panamint Valley, California on february 15, 2004. Although Death Valley is considered the hottest place on earth some summits in the park receive few feet of snow every winter.

The Peacock Grouper (Cephalopholis argus) was deliberately introduced to Hawaii and is now considered an invasive species, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii, United States of America

Submerged alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) is only visible with his armored back poking above placid waters as he hunts on the muddy bottom of the Okefenokee Swamp. The reptiles skin has embedded bony plates called osteoderms or scutes. Alligator populations are considered to have recovered from overharvesting pressures through supplemental farming practices and protections placed on wild animals. However, the species is still federally listed as threatened because it looks like the American crocodile, which is endangered, Georgia, United States of America

Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya) Under Snow. The Mosque, Now A Museum Is Considered The Epitome Of Byzantine Architecture, Istanbul, Turkey

Fisherman Harvests Halibut Cheeks Which Are Considered A Delicacy, Alaska

ESTONIA Landscape Sacred oak tree of Estonia considered a national symbol.

The Igreja da Misericordia (Church of Mercy) in Tavira is considered to be one of the best examples of Renaissance architecture on The Algarve Portugal.

Inca Machu Picchu skillfully carved, curved wall of the Sun Temple, is considered to be the finest stone construction in the site, Highlands, Peru

La Compania, Jesuit Church c 1605 to 1768 a masterpiece of Baroque art, considered by some as Latin America's most splendid church, Quito, Ecuador

La Compania, Jesuit Church c 1605 to 1768 a masterpiece of Baroque art, considered by some as Latin America's most splendid church, Quito, Ecuador

common bladderwort bladderwort is a carnivorous aquatic plant which captures small organisms by means of bladder-like traps on its submerged parts These bladder traps are considered to be one of the most sophisticated structures in the plant kingdom

Wreck, sunken ship. The SS THISTLEGORM is considered one of the most spectacular shipwrecks in the world for its scenic beauty. Flying the English flag, it was attacked and sunk by German bombers when heading towards the Suez Canal;October 1941). Their cargo is without a doubt one of the most peculiar that we can find under the surface of the seas: motorcycles, jeeps, military clothing, bullets, airplane wings, machine guns and a couple of locomotives and trucks. Sinai Peninsula. Red Sea, Egypt.