12.16.09
Posted in Architecture, History, Travel at 9:12 pm by Warren Williams
Following the awful bus experience, it was a great relief to finally make it into Goa. Despite the traffic still being rather busy, the air was noticeably clearer, and able to see distant objects, rather than thick haze. After hastily getting off the bus in Mapusa, we were whisked away in the great comfort of an air conditioned 4×4. Angus’s father was kind enough to drive us by the scenic areas, including Calangute showing off the apartment we would be spending some time in, before driving through Old Goa. One of the main features of Old Goa is the Basilica of Bom Jesus, which is over 400 years old, making it one of the oldest in India.
![Car ferry to St Stephen's Car ferry to St Stephen's](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0408-s.jpg)
Just beyond Old Goa, along one of the country roads is a small car ferry servic, which took us from the mainland to the island of Jua and the mostly Catholic village of Santo Estevam.
![Gomes Residence, Goa Gomes Residence, Goa](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0419-s.jpg)
The Gomes residence in Sant Estevam – Great homely large home 🙂
![Sant Estevam Sant Estevam](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0436-s.jpg)
Walking adventure around Santo Estevam
![Blue skies of Goa Blue skies of Goa](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0437-s.jpg)
Clearer blue skies, and clean water!
![Sant Estevam Pigs Sant Estevam Pigs](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0473-s.jpg)
Got Bacon!
![](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0475-s.jpg)
![Weathered roof tiles Weathered roof tiles](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0478-s.jpg)
![Two contrasting crosses Two contrasting crosses](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0480-s.jpg)
Two contrasting crosses
![Abandoned house Abandoned house](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0482-s.jpg)
![Abandoned house Abandoned house](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0484-2-s.jpg)
Under the still prevalent Portuguese Laws, the historic homes cannot be destroyed. Only passed through the generations, with more recently over the past century many emigrating overseas leaving the houses to slowly deteriorate and add a great feel.
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![Abandoned house in Sant Estevam, Goa, India Abandoned house in Sant Estevam, Goa, India](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0510-s.jpg)
Old furniture through the walls
![](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0517-s.jpg)
Old front door
![Abandoned house in Sant Estevam, Goa, India Abandoned house in Sant Estevam, Goa, India](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0524-s.jpg)
Shooting from the side door which is sitting ajar – this house was simply amazing!
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Later in the evening, Angus and I took a walk up the hill of Jua to see the Statue of Sacred Heart / Shine to Christ the King
![Statue of Sacret Heart Statue of Sacret Heart](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0553-s.jpg)
Waren & Angus atop the monument
![Ruins Sant Estevam Ruins Sant Estevam](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0558-s.jpg)
Fort Ruins atop the hill of Jua
![Jua Sunset, Goa Jua Sunset, Goa](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/IND_0562-s.jpg)
The Fort of St Francis Xavier – built in 1668
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07.28.09
Posted in Architecture, History, Landscape, People, Travel at 9:00 pm by Warren Williams
After our exercise in front of the Eiffel Tower, Peter and I took a walk along the Seine River, to the Louvre Museum to see Mona Lisa and other various art works and historic artifacts from around the world. Time flew in the expansive museum, and soon it was time to disappear to Montmartre in search of food and a visit into the Basilica of the Sacré Cœur with great views over Paris.
![Mona Lisa, Louvre, Paris Mona Lisa, Louvre, Paris](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5789-s.jpg)
Mona Lisa
![Artifacts in Louvre Artifacts in Louvre](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5830-s.jpg)
![Skull in Louvre Skull in Louvre](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5861-s.jpg)
![Easter Island Statue Easter Island Statue](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5866-s.jpg)
![Venus de Milo Venus de Milo](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5952-s.jpg)
Trying to get a photo of Venus de Milo amongst hundreds of people.. fun
![Stair Entrance at Louvre Stair Entrance at Louvre](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6021-s.jpg)
Entrance stairs to Louvre
![Basilique du Sacré-Cœur Basilique du Sacré-Cœur](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6024-s.jpg)
Basilique du Sacré-Cœur – Montmartre
It was actually my mums’ recommendation to visit here, from her trips she used to do to Paris whilst living in England during the 60’s and 70’s. Well worth the trip up here for a different artistic feel of Paris.
![Basilique du Sacré-Cœur Inside Basilique du Sacré-Cœur Inside](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6065-s.jpg)
Inside the Basilica
![Basilique du Sacré-Cœur Inside Basilique du Sacré-Cœur Inside](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6077-s.jpg)
![Basilique du Sacré-Cœur Basilique du Sacré-Cœur](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6094-s.jpg)
![Basilique du Sacré-Cœur Basilique du Sacré-Cœur](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6099-s.jpg)
![Youri in front of Basilique du Sacré-Cœur Youri in front of Basilique du Sacré-Cœur](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6106-s.jpg)
Grand finale, of musician Youri performing some top hits
We met up with our Canadian friend, Ayla who has recently been travelling through the Middle East, Europe and into Paris. We all wandered back down to the Louvre Museum for the approaching sunset, with our cameras in hand.
![Leg massage Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel Leg massage Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6189-s.jpg)
Pete, the qualified physiotherapist gives Ayla some much needed calf treatment after arriving back at the Louvre
![Long drawn shadows at Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel Long drawn shadows at Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6194-s.jpg)
Long shadows at the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel with Louvre in background
![Louvre Pyramid Sunset Louvre Pyramid Sunset](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6257-s.jpg)
Opposite direction from the Louvre Glass Pyramid
![Canon 85L Wide Open Canon 85L Wide Open](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6282-s.jpg)
The out of focus silhouette of Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel
![Ayla & Peter Ayla & Peter](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6283-s.jpg)
Ayla & Pete checking their shots out
![Louvre Pyramid Sunset with Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel Louvre Pyramid Sunset with Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6286-s.jpg)
Another clear evening sunset over the Louvre Pyramid
![Symmetry Louvre Pyramid Sunset Symmetry Louvre Pyramid Sunset](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6291-s.jpg)
Symmetry with the Louvre Pyramid
![Louvre Pyramid Twilight Louvre Pyramid Twilight](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6295-s.jpg)
Twilight with Louvre
![Still waters Louvre Pyramid Still waters Louvre Pyramid](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6297-s.jpg)
![Eiffel Tower at 2am with no lights Eiffel Tower at 2am with no lights](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6316-s.jpg)
Eiffel Tower after 2am, with no lights on
![Eiffel Tower Straight Up Eiffel Tower Straight Up](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6320-s.jpg)
Eiffel Tower Straight Up
![Eiffel Tower at 6am Eiffel Tower at 6am](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6324-s.jpg)
From Pont de Bir-Hakeim the following morning at 6am
![Ayla Eiffel Tower Ayla Eiffel Tower](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6351-s.jpg)
Feeling less creative than 24 hours, with no sleep
After a fresh shower in the hotel, the three of us went off to the Bois de Boulogne park for a picnic and relaxation before our returning Eurostar trip to London.
![Bois de Boulogne Bois de Boulogne](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6400-2-s.jpg)
Bois de Boulogne – The largest park, west of the city, where we enjoyed a great picnic
![Under the Trees - Bois de Boulogne Under the Trees - Bois de Boulogne](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_6417-s.jpg)
Paris is an amazing city, and surprised I hadn’t visited before, despite only living just across the Channel for the past couple of years. It was also time to say goodbye to Pete in London, who was unfortunate enough to have me as company for the past four weeks. See you soon back in Aotearoa!
![](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/aimee_peter_warren-s.jpg)
Aimee (another Kiwi friend), Peter & Warren say goodbye in Leicester Square, London
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07.26.09
Posted in Architecture, History, Landscape, People, Sport, Travel at 10:30 pm by Warren Williams
Paris has often been referred to as the City of Light, since the early 19th Century, when gas lamps first lit up Champs-Élysées. The weather continued to be great for us, as we strolled along the River Seine, visited Notre Dame, before seeing the final stage of the Tour de France. Following this, we watched the enormous street clean up act of Champs-Élysées, saw a few people brave a Haka, and finally watched a stunning sunset atop the Arc de Triomphe. Another splendid day.
![Outside Notre Dame, Paris Outside Notre Dame, Paris](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4798-s.jpg)
Outside Notre Dame
![Cross in Notre Dame Paris Cross in Notre Dame Paris](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4813-s.jpg)
Photography friendly rules inside Notre Dame – Thank you!
![Notre Dame Stained Glass Window Notre Dame Stained Glass Window](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4816-s.jpg)
![Notre Dame Notre Dame](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4845-s.jpg)
![Notre Dame Stained Glass Window Notre Dame Stained Glass Window](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4850-s.jpg)
![Notre Dame Notre Dame](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4890-s.jpg)
![Notre Dame Display Notre Dame Display](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4892-s.jpg)
![Notre Dame Cross Notre Dame Cross](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4950-s.jpg)
![Beach along River Seine Beach along River Seine](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4967-s.jpg)
Sunbathers along River Seine on the hot summer’s day
![Jumping at Louvre Jumping at Louvre](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5025-s.jpg)
Warren, Jason & Peter outside the Louvre
![2009 Tour de France Paris 2009 Tour de France Paris](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5141-s.jpg)
First view of Tour de France riders on final stage
![Tour de France Pelaton, Paris Tour de France Pelaton, Paris](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5205-s.jpg)
Pelaton
![Lance Armstrong - Tour de France 2009 Paris Lance Armstrong - Tour de France 2009 Paris](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5259-s.jpg)
Lance Armstrong (black helmet) peddling his way to 3rd overall
![Tour de France 2009 Tour de France 2009](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5317-s.jpg)
![Empty Champs-Élysées after Tour de France Empty Champs-Élysées after Tour de France](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5463-s.jpg)
Empty Champs-Élysées after Tour de France – Sunset behind Arc de Triomphe
![Haka at Arc de Triomphe Haka at Arc de Triomphe](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5477-s.jpg)
Haka (Maori traditional dance) next to Arc de Triomphe
![Stairwell inside Arc de Triomphe Stairwell inside Arc de Triomphe](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5481-s.jpg)
Arc de Triomphe staircase
![Sunset over La Defense, Paris from Arc de Triomphe Sunset over La Defense, Paris from Arc de Triomphe](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5488-s.jpg)
La Defense from Arc de Triomphe
![La Defense Sunset La Defense Sunset](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5492-s.jpg)
Wide angle scene of La Defense, and impressive roundabout surrounding Arc de Triomphe
![Eiffel Tower from Arc de Triomphe Eiffel Tower from Arc de Triomphe](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5500-s.jpg)
![Champs-Élysées Champs-Élysées](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5502-s.jpg)
View down Champs-Élysées from Arc de Triomphe
![Poor Kitty Paris Poor Kitty Paris](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5520-s.jpg)
Meow
![Eiffel Tower from Arc wide angle Eiffel Tower from Arc wide angle](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5526-s.jpg)
![Eiffel Tower from Arc de Triomphe twilight Eiffel Tower from Arc de Triomphe twilight](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5530-s.jpg)
![Lights on Eiffel Tower Lights on Eiffel Tower](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5547-s.jpg)
The 10pm lights come on again for a dazzling 5min display
![Eiffel Tower Sparkles Eiffel Tower Sparkles](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5549-s.jpg)
More Eiffel Tower Sparkles
![La Defense Light Trails from Arc de Triomphe La Defense Light Trails from Arc de Triomphe](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_5562-s.jpg)
La Defense Light Trails from Arc de Triomphe
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07.23.09
Posted in Architecture, History, Travel at 12:38 pm by Warren Williams
Bruges, located in the northern end of Belgium, is just a short trip from Calais, and a perfect stop off to stock up on those chocolate supplies. It’s a shame we only had an hour to look around, as the architecture, and reminiscing scenes from the hilarious movie In Bruges, starring Colin Farrell, Ralph Fiennes & Brendan Gleeson.
![Bruges Euro Flag Bruges Euro Flag](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4150-s.jpg)
![Bruges Canal Bruges Canal](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4157-s.jpg)
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![Bruges Statue Bruges Statue](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4183-s.jpg)
![Bruges Belgium Chocolate Bruges Belgium Chocolate](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4191-s.jpg)
Tasty Chocolate
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07.20.09
Posted in Architecture, History, People, Travel at 9:23 pm by Warren Williams
During our two night stay in Berlin, we visited many of the historic venues, starting at the Berlin Wall, Reichstag, Hitler’s Bunker and the Holocaust Memorial.
![Berlin Wall Photo Berlin Wall Photo](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3704-s.jpg)
Berlin Wall
![Berlin Wall being Painted Berlin Wall being Painted](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3712-s.jpg)
![Tourist taking a photo of Berlin Wall Tourist taking a photo of Berlin Wall](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3723-s.jpg)
![Vespa Berlin Wall Vespa Berlin Wall](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3732-s.jpg)
Vespa randomly parked next to Berlin Wall
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Rachelle – One of the many Ozzies in our group
![Holocaust Memorial, Berlin, faces Holocaust Memorial, Berlin, faces](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3774-s.jpg)
Holocaust Memorial – load more Ozzies!
![Holocaust Memorial, black and white Holocaust Memorial, black and white](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3776-s.jpg)
![Expansive Holocaust Memorial Expansive Holocaust Memorial](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3781-s.jpg)
![Bugatti Veyron in Showroom Bugatti Veyron in Showroom](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3814-s.jpg)
1001bhp Bugatti Veyron in one of the many supercar showrooms
![Berliner Dom (Berlin Cathedral) Berliner Dom (Berlin Cathedral)](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3867-s.jpg)
Berliner Dom – Berlin Cathedral
![Railway line in Berlin Railway line in Berlin](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3906-s.jpg)
![Statue in Berlin Statue in Berlin](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3915-s.jpg)
![Water Fountain Berlin Water Fountain Berlin](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3937-s.jpg)
Water Fountain
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Peter feasting into a Bratwurst
![Reichstag Flag Reichstag Flag](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3997-s.jpg)
Reichstag
![Reflected Runner in Puddle Reflected Runner in Puddle](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_4014-s.jpg)
With the recent Bratwurst energy, Peter went for a run
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07.19.09
Posted in Architecture, History, People at 11:35 am by Warren Williams
The city of Dresden has a long history, and is well known for the controversial Allied Forces bombing near the end of World War II. The face of the city drastically changed over the next 40 years during the East German socialist era. Fortunately, since the reunification in 1990, Dresden has re-emerged as a political, cultural and economic centre of Germany.
![Dresden Architecture Dresden Architecture](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3559-s.jpg)
Beautiful architecture around the city
![Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), Dresden, Germany Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), Dresden, Germany](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3583-s.jpg)
Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady)
Survived the firebombing during WWII, however burnt out and collapsed the following day. After 13 years of rebuilding, it was completed in 2005, with joint efforts from Germany and UK.
![Historic Underground Basement and Frauenkirche, Dresden Historic Underground Basement and Frauenkirche, Dresden](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3617-s.jpg)
Historic Underground Basement and Frauenkirche, Dresden
![Statue in front of Frauenkirche, (Church of Our Lady), Dresden Statue in front of Frauenkirche, (Church of Our Lady), Dresden](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3627-s.jpg)
Statue in front of Frauenkirche
![Ice Cream Girl in Dresden Ice Cream Girl in Dresden](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3649-s.jpg)
![Peter gets Married! Peter gets Married!](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3653-s.jpg)
Peter gets married!
![Frozen Man Frozen Man](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3675-s.jpg)
Frozen
![85L Wide Open 85L Wide Open](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3683-s.jpg)
Walking the many cobbled streets
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07.18.09
Posted in Architecture, History, People, Travel, Wedding at 7:56 pm by Warren Williams
Prague is a wonderful, beautiful city. Despite raining for practically every moment of our 36 hours in the city, a few of us keen sightseers braved the weather to explore the historical sites. Prague was also included to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1992, with its great mix of Gothic and Renaissance styled architecture.
![Old Town Square at Night, Prague Old Town Square at Night, Prague](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3185-s.jpg)
Old Town Square at Night. There was plenty of lightning going also amongst the rain, but didn’t have the patience to capture it
![Prague intersection at night Prague intersection at night](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3197-s.jpg)
Beautiful buildings make up all corners of Prague
![Prague Castle across River at Night Prague Castle across River at Night](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3201-s.jpg)
Prague Castle and Vltava River at Night
![Czech Me Out Czech Me Out](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3289-s.jpg)
The following morning, in Old Market Square, the rain continued to pound the cobbled stones – when I noticed a young newlywed couple having a few photos taken. They’re mood was very upbeat, and was great to see another photographer out there in the elements capturing those moments.
![Prague Wedding Photographer Prague Wedding Photographer](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3317-s.jpg)
![Prague Wedding Photographer Prague Wedding Photographer](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3321-2-s.jpg)
![Prague Wedding Photographer Prague Wedding Photographer](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3323-s.jpg)
![Prague Wedding Photographer Prague Wedding Photographer](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3333-s.jpg)
![Cobbled Street in Prague Cobbled Street in Prague](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3357-s.jpg)
Cobbled Street in Prague, on way to the Castle
![St Vitus Cathedral St Vitus Cathedral](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3396-s.jpg)
St Vitus Cathedral, in the Castle grounds – Camera was soaked, hence the smudges
![View from Prague Castle View from Prague Castle](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3472-s.jpg)
![Changing of the Guard, Prague Changing of the Guard, Prague](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3485-s.jpg)
Changing of the Guard
![Changing of the Guard, Prague Changing of the Guard, Prague](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3497-s.jpg)
![Prague Castle Guard Prague Castle Guard](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3500-s.jpg)
![Valérie Valérie](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3507-s.jpg)
Valérie
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07.17.09
Posted in History, People, Travel at 10:30 am by Warren Williams
Photos alone can stir the emotions from this sombre day around the Auschwitz concentration camps. The name Auschwitz was the German name given to the hosting town of Oswiecim. Over one million Jews were killed in the gas chambers, with the pesticide Zyklon B. The camps are kept open as a reminder to the world what atrocities were committed, and hopefully never repeated.
![Auschwitz Empty Space Auschwitz Empty Space](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3036-s.jpg)
![Auschwitz Concentration Camp Auschwitz Concentration Camp](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2983-s.jpg)
![Walls and fences of Auschwitz Walls and fences of Auschwitz](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2988-s.jpg)
![Victims of Auschwitz Victims of Auschwitz](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2999-s.jpg)
![](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3003-s.jpg)
![Halt Sign Auschwitz Halt Sign Auschwitz](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3012-s.jpg)
![Block 11 Auschwitz Block 11 Auschwitz](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3017-s.jpg)
![A-11 Auschwitz A-11 Auschwitz](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3018-s.jpg)
![Wash Basin in Auschwitz Wash Basin in Auschwitz](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3019-s.jpg)
![Torture Wall Auschwitz Torture Wall Auschwitz](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3022-s.jpg)
![Small stones placed by Jews at Auschwitz Small stones placed by Jews at Auschwitz](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3027-s.jpg)
![Life at Auschwitz Life at Auschwitz](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3034-s.jpg)
![Security Fences at Auschwitz Security Fences at Auschwitz](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3048-s.jpg)
![Auschwitz Security Barbed Wire Fence Auschwitz Security Barbed Wire Fence](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3070-s.jpg)
![Death Sign Auschwitz Death Sign Auschwitz](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3073-s.jpg)
![Entrance Gate Auschwitz - Entrance Gate Auschwitz -](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3078-s.jpg)
![Barbed Wire Fence Auschwitz Birkenau Barbed Wire Fence Auschwitz Birkenau](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3089-s.jpg)
![Toilets in Auschwitz Birkenau Toilets in Auschwitz Birkenau](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3118-s.jpg)
![Overcrowded Auschwitz Birkenau Overcrowded Auschwitz Birkenau](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3121-s.jpg)
![Infamous Railway Entrance Auschwitz Birkenau Infamous Railway Entrance Auschwitz Birkenau](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3130-s.jpg)
![Peace Auschwitz Peace Auschwitz](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_3081-s.jpg)
Peace
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07.16.09
Posted in Architecture, History, Landscape, People, Travel at 9:30 pm by Warren Williams
The city of Kraków was given World Heritage Site status in 1978 by UNESCO, the same year Karol Wojtyla, archbishop of Kraków, was elevated the papacy as Pope John Paul II . Kraków is also famous for it’s overruling in WWII by the Nazi empire, making Kraków the Capital city of the General Government. The large Jewish population were moved into the Kraków Ghetto, where they were sent to local concentration camps, such as Auschwitz. A German businessman by the name of Oskar Schindler, used his enamelware plant as a way to save many of the local Jews. His story was portrayed in the excellent move, Schindler’s List.
![Archbishop of Krakow, Pope John Paul II Archbishop of Krakow, Pope John Paul II](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2557-s.jpg)
Where Pope John Paul II was based
![Inside St Mary's Church, Krakow Inside St Mary's Church, Krakow](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2576-s.jpg)
Climbing the tower in St Mary’s Church, Main Market Square
![View from St Mary's Church, overlooking Main Market Square View from St Mary's Church, overlooking Main Market Square](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2581-s.jpg)
View from St Mary’s Church tower, overlooking Main Market Square
![Snake Handler, in Main Market Square Snake Handler, in Main Market Square](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2641-s.jpg)
Snake Handler in Main Market Square
![Snake display in Krakow, Main Market Square Snake display in Krakow, Main Market Square](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2643-s.jpg)
Snake Handler
![Female Snake Handler, in Main Market Square Female Snake Handler, in Main Market Square](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2649-s.jpg)
Female snake handler in Main Market Square
![Jewish Plaque in Cemetery Jewish Plaque in Cemetery](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2683-s.jpg)
Jewish plaque in cemetery
![Weathered building in alley, Krakow Weathered building in alley, Krakow](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2701-s.jpg)
Weathered building in alley
![Singer sewing machine, Krakow Singer sewing machine, Krakow](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2712-s.jpg)
Singer sewing machine, on an outdoors table at a cafe
![The infamous stair scene, Schindler's List The infamous stair scene, Schindler's List](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2723-2-s.jpg)
The stair scene from Schindler’s List, just past the arch on right
![Disused railway near Schindler's Factory Disused railway near Schindler's Factory](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2759-s.jpg)
Disused railway near Schindler’s Factory
![Krakow Ghetto Building Krakow Ghetto Building](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2782-s.jpg)
Worn building in the Krakow Ghetto
![Old man walks across the Holocaust Memorial Old man walks across the Holocaust Memorial](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2798-s.jpg)
Walking across the Holocaust Memorial
![Holocaust Memorial Krakow, Chairs Holocaust Memorial Krakow, Chairs](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2805-s.jpg)
Holocaust Memorial – 70 empty iron chairs, representing absence
![Michael Jackson and Elvis puppets, Krakow Michael Jackson and Elvis puppets, Krakow](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2855-s.jpg)
Lifting the mood, street performer in Main Market Square with puppets of the recently passed Michael Jackson, and Elvis – both kings of music.
![Statue at Wowel Cathedral Statue at Wowel Cathedral](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2884-s.jpg)
Statue at Wowel Cathedral
![Street Artist Krakow Street Artist Krakow](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2891-s.jpg)
Street artist at the Castle
![View from Krakow Castle over the river View from Krakow Castle over the river](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2911-s.jpg)
View from the Castle over the Vistula River
The evening was spent back in a lovely restaurant just off Main Market Square, featuring an enclosed courtyard out the back with cheap, large meals. Perfect way to finish off a day.
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07.14.09
Posted in Architecture, History, Landscape, Travel at 10:00 pm by Warren Williams
The hottest day of our tour involved walking the beautiful streets of Budapest with the temperature creeping over 37°C. Budapest was once two cities – Buda and Pest, seperated by the great Danube River which officially combined in 1872. The Buda side is located on the western banks of the Danube, featuring the hilly terrain and historic castles. Across the river on the expansive Great Plain, lies Pest, where much of the style is on 19th century architecture.
![Budapest, overlooking the Danube Budapest, overlooking the Danube](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_1758-s.jpg)
Buda side
![Romantic couple overlooking Danube Budapest Romantic couple overlooking Danube Budapest](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_1868-s.jpg)
Overlooking the Danube
![Terror Museum, Tank, Budapest Terror Museum, Tank, Budapest](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_1966-s.jpg)
Inside the Terror Museum – some disturbing scenes from WWII victims. Featuring photographs from Jewish victims, historic video footage, and torture devices.
![Terror Museum, Budapest Terror Museum, Budapest](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_1985-s.jpg)
Photography wasn’t permitted in the rest of museum, but was worth visiting for harrowing accounts of concentration camps, suffered by Jewish people from the Hungarian region.
![St Stephen's Cathedral (St István Parish Church) St Stephen's Cathedral (St István Parish Church)](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_1998-s.jpg)
St Stephen’s Cathedral (St István Parish Church) – Is the largest church in Budapest, with building commencing in 1851, but not completed until 1905. This Neo-Renaissance church is often simply known as the Basilica.
![Inside of the Basilica, Budapest Inside of the Basilica, Budapest](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2015-s.jpg)
Inside the Basilica
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Inside the Basilica.
![Basilica winding staircase, Budapest Basilica winding staircase, Budapest](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2054-s.jpg)
Winding staircase up to the tower
![Basilica winding staircase, Budapest Basilica winding staircase, Budapest](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2059-s.jpg)
Looking back down the staircase at the Basilica
![View from Basilica, over Pest View from Basilica, over Pest](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2065-s.jpg)
View from the Basilica, over Pest and the Great Plain
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![Front view of the Basilica Front view of the Basilica](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2098-s.jpg)
Front view of the Basilica
![Mercedes in Budapest Mercedes in Budapest](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2102-s.jpg)
Mercedes in Budapest 😉
![Budapest Parliament Building on Hot Day Budapest Parliament Building on Hot Day](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2134-s.jpg)
Parliament Building on the scorching day
![Castle in Budapest Castle in Budapest](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2160-s.jpg)
After walking across the Chain Bridge, headed up the hills into Buda.
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With the extreme heat and dehydration setting in, Peter, Nic and I ventured into the Labyrinth of Buda Castle, where the temperature is a constant 14°C and 90% humidity all year round. Without a tripod, photos were near on impossible due to the dark conditions. Walking down one of the corridors the sweet aroma of wine became apparent, where we found a wine fountain.
![Wine fountain, Labyrinth, Budapest Wine fountain, Labyrinth, Budapest](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2199-s.jpg)
Wine fountain, Labyrinth (ISO 6400)
Stepping back outside created instant stickiness against the still hot and humid conditions after 6pm local time. Once back at our hostel, a quick freshen up and we were back out again with a few others from the tour group to watch the vibrant sunset from the Chain Bridge spanning the Danube River.
![Chain Bridge, Budapest Chain Bridge, Budapest](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2276-s.jpg)
After climbing the bridge supports
![Sunset over Buda Sunset over Buda](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_2279-s.jpg)
A well deserved meal and drinks were rapidly consumed following this physical, but amazing day around this grand city.
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07.13.09
Posted in Architecture, History, Travel at 9:00 am by Warren Williams
En route to Budapest we ventured through the city of Bratislava in the early morning. At just 60km away from Vienna, they’re the closest capital cities in Europe. There is a great mixture of architecture, spanning from medieval towers in the Old Town area, to the splendor of 20th century buildings. Bratislava also spans the Danube river, with the castle prominently displayed on the hill – unfortunately closed at the moment for renovations.
![Hviezdoslavovo námestie statue Hviezdoslavovo námestie statue](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_1669-s.jpg)
Statue near Hviezdoslavovo Námestie
![Michalská Brána Hotel Michalská Brána Hotel](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_1675-s.jpg)
Michalská Brána Hotel
![Baštová Ulica Baštová Ulica](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_1679-s.jpg)
Bastova Ulica
![Michalská brána Hotel Michalská brána Hotel](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_1682-s.jpg)
![Kapucínsky kostol Kapucínsky kostol](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_1683-s.jpg)
Bratislava Church – Kapucínsky kostol, and tram lines leading to the Castle
![St Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava St Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_1687-s.jpg)
St Martin’s Cathedral
![St Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava St Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_1733-s.jpg)
St Martin’s Cathedral
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07.10.09
Posted in Architecture, History, Landscape, People, Travel at 9:21 pm by Warren Williams
Exploring the wondrous city of Venice, can only be achieved by water and on foot. Venice is unique in many ways, with endless beautiful detailed buildings perched alongside the water. Capturing the sights from the gondola boat ride, through the twisting passages and underneath low bridges was definitely a highlight and impossible to ignore. Later in the afternoon, took in the spectacular views from atop St Mark’s Campanile, witnessing the sprawl of intricate architecture over hidden islands.
![Venice from Rialto Bridge Venice from Rialto Bridge](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0420-s.jpg)
Grand Canal from the Rialto Bridge
![Narrow passage of Venice Narrow passage of Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0433-2-s.jpg)
Narrow passageways
![Venice Wedding Photographer Venice Wedding Photographer](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0452-s.jpg)
Wedding photos in St Mark’s Square
![View to San Giorgio Maggiore View to San Giorgio Maggiore](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0467-s.jpg)
View to San Giorgio Maggiore
![Gondolier in Venice Gondolier in Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0477-s.jpg)
Venice Gondalier
![Pigeon in St Mark's Square, Venice Pigeon in St Mark's Square, Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0478-s.jpg)
Pigeon in St Mark’s Square
![Pigeons overun Venice Pigeons overun Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0482-s.jpg)
Too many pigeons for my liking
![Venice Gondola Top Deck Venice Gondola Top Deck](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0506-3-s.jpg)
Gondola Riding – Niki, Pete, Grant, Richie and Warren
![Venice Gondola Bricks Venice Gondola Bricks](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0552-s.jpg)
Passing old buildings in the narrow canals
![Cindy at the Grand Canal Cindy at the Grand Canal](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0590-s.jpg)
Arriving into the Grand Canal
![Having a laugh in Venice Having a laugh in Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0596-s.jpg)
Cindy, having a good laugh
![Gondola, Grand Canal, Venice Gondola, Grand Canal, Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0599-s.jpg)
![Venice Gondola Ride Venice Gondola Ride](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0606-s.jpg)
![Gondola, Venice Gondola, Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0609-s.jpg)
![Gonola Ride, under bridge Gonola Ride, under bridge](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0628-s.jpg)
Riding under one of the 400 bridges
![Slow shutter speed on Gondola, Venice Slow shutter speed on Gondola, Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0662-s.jpg)
0.6 seconds on a Gondola
![San Giorgio Maggiore San Giorgio Maggiore](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0718-s.jpg)
San Giorgio Maggiore
![View from atop St Mark's Campanile View from atop St Mark's Campanile](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0727-s.jpg)
St Mark’s Square – Notice the water patches from high tide
![Endless views over Venice Endless views over Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0737-s.jpg)
Endless views over Venice
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More views from the Campanile.
![Pigeon passes St Mark's Campanile Pigeon passes St Mark's Campanile](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0754-s.jpg)
Yet another pigeons flies by St Mark’s Campanile
![Venice Moorings Venice Moorings](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0808-s.jpg)
![Thunderstorm approaches Venice Thunderstorm approaches Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0809-s.jpg)
Terrific thunderstorm approaches Venice
![Speed boat in Venice Speed boat in Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0819-s.jpg)
Speed boat, passing St Mark’s Campanile
![Venice Thunderstorm Venice Thunderstorm](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0871-s.jpg)
Heavy thunderstorm clouds over Venice
![Painting Santa Maria della Salute from Accademia Bridge Painting Santa Maria della Salute from Accademia Bridge](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0901-s.jpg)
Painting Santa Maria della Salute from Accademia Bridge
![Slow waters over Venice Slow waters over Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0915-2-s.jpg)
Slow shutter speed over Venice
![Slow shutter over Venice Slow shutter over Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0916-s.jpg)
![Sunset over Venice buildings Sunset over Venice buildings](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0921-s.jpg)
Low sunlight over Venice after the thunderstorm clears
![Rich buildings in Venice Rich buildings in Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0932-s.jpg)
Rich coloured buildings are always a spectacle
![Constitution Bridge, Venice Constitution Bridge, Venice](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0959-s.jpg)
Ending back at Constitution Bridge after 24 hours
Ready for an early morning departure, over Northern Italy, and into Vienna, Austria.
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07.09.09
Posted in History, People, Travel at 12:00 pm by Warren Williams
O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?
Deny thy father and refuse thy name;
Or if thou wilt not, be but sworn my love
And I’ll no longer be a Capulet.
Passing through the historic city of Verona, Northern Italy, our tour dropped by the scene of Juliet’s Balcony.
![Romeo & Juliet Romeo & Juliet](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0296-s.jpg)
Romeo & Juliet Balcony
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Many Gelato Ice Cream vendors – much needed in 30°C heat!
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Funny moment as Richie from Perth has an unexpected visitor
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A scene from the movies
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07.08.09
Posted in Architecture, History, Travel at 11:45 pm by Warren Williams
Every angle of the streets of Rome is a marvel, with ancient ruins and cobbled streets viewable in every direction.
![Foro di Cesare (Forum of Caesar) Foro di Cesare (Forum of Caesar)](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0207-s.jpg)
Foro di Cesare (Forum of Caesar) – Built between 54 & 46BC
![Colosseum in Daylight Colosseum in Daylight](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0216-s.jpg)
Due to the G8 summit, and visiting world leaders including Barack Obama, we were unable to get any closer.
![Rome Colosseum reflected Rome Colosseum reflected](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0224-s.jpg)
Reflections on Niki
With the hassles of not being able to shoot the Colosseum up close or inside, Peter and I decided to venture off later in the evening once the area was reopened.
![Arch of Constantine & Colosseum Arch of Constantine & Colosseum](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0246-s.jpg)
Arch of Constantine & Colosseum
![Colosseum at Night Colosseum at Night](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0267-s.jpg)
![Colosseum detail at night with moon Colosseum detail at night with moon](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0272-s.jpg)
Colosseum Detail with the moon rising
![Colosseum and Traffic Trails Colosseum and Traffic Trails](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0277-s.jpg)
Light trails by the Colosseum at which point we had to rush back to catch our last metro and bus around midnight.
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Posted in Architecture, History, People, Travel at 4:30 pm by Warren Williams
Quickly acclimatising to the Italian heat, Peter and I ventured West of the city of Rome to our start of our action packed 16 day tour. Our first two nights were to be spent at the modern and clean facilities of Camping Roma. Being wary of directions from their website, we found the correct metro and bus connections to arrive just after lunch time. First stop, pizza!
Meeting our exciting tour leader Michelle, and coach driver Billy for the first time we ventured back to central Rome.
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Well known shopping street of Rome, with top brands including Armani, D&G and Prada.
![Spanish Steps, Rome Spanish Steps, Rome](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0076-s.jpg)
The crowded Spanish Steps
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Trevi Fountain
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Trevi Fountain amongst more massive crowds
![Temple of Hadrian, Rome Temple of Hadrian, Rome](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0122-s.jpg)
Temple of Hadrian
![Roman Street Roman Street](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0123-s.jpg)
![Horse drawn carriage at Pantheon, Rome Horse drawn carriage at Pantheon, Rome](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0128-s.jpg)
Pantheon – incredibly built in 126AD
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The open ceiling causing light to filter down from the 142 foot tall roof
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Piazza Navona
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Street artist in Piazza Navona.
![Fontana del Moro, Rome Fontana del Moro, Rome](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0186-s.jpg)
Fontana del Moro – 1576
![Cobbled street in Rome Cobbled street in Rome](http://www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/2009/EUR_0191-s.jpg)
Cobbled street in Rome
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