25 Stunning Skylines Around the World

New York City – Photograph by DIGITALFREAKART

 

Following up from the Sifter’s first skyline post, here are 25 more stunning skylines around the world. These are by no means the ‘best’ skylines, just a collection of incredible photographs taken by some amazing photographers around the world. Almost all photographs are from the wonderful community over at deviantART. If you haven’t been, I recommend you check out their site, many of the artists sell their artwork and prints as well.

I tried not to duplicate too many of the cities covered in the first skyline post, so places like Chicago, Hong Kong and Shanghai were omitted. If you any suggestions for cities in the next series of skylines, please share in the comments below!

 

2. Melbourne, Australia

Photograph by XREBELXDIAMONDSX

 

3. Paris, France

Photograph by LAURENTIS

 

4. Damascus, Syria

Photograph by PRESPECT

 

5. Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Photograph by AL MILLER

 

6. Rome, Italy

Photograph by JONATHAN THOMAS

 

7. Moscow, Russia

Photograph by SHUPOV EVGENIY

 

8. Seattle, United States

Photograph by BRENT SMITH

 

9. Tokyo, Japan

Photograph by RAUN

 

10. Sydney, Australia

Photograph by CAZZARITCH

 

11. Frankfurt, Germany

Photograph by DEOROLLER

 

12. Sibiu, Romania

Photograph by VXSIDE

 

13. Malaga, Spain

Photograph by JUAN CHAVES

 

14. Singapore

Photograph by MISSPAUL

 

15. Bangkok, Thailand

Photograph by LUX69ATERNA

 

16. Philadelphia, United States

Photograph by PDAMAI

 

17. Lviv, Ukraine

Photograph by JONHYBLAZE

 

18. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Photograph by TALK3TALK4

 

19. Frankfurt, Germany

Photograph by MELMARC

 

20. Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Photograph by MARCIN STAWIARZ

 

21. Sao Paulo, Brazil

Photograph by KAXSP

 

22. Paris, France

Photograph by EREZ MAROM

 

23. Brisbane, Australia

Photograph by INEXISTENTIA

 

24. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Photograph by POLVODESTRELLAS

 

25. New York City, United States

Photograph by XXCHANGE

 

 

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25 Incredible Aerial Photos of Stadiums Around the World

CAPE TOWN STADIUM, SOUTH AFRICA – Photograph by Bruce Sutherland


Between these walls, dreams come true. Legends are born, rivalries are made and the agony of defeat always lingers. They bring people together for the love of sport and competition. For us, it’s the thrill of the game and the chance to witness something remarkable. Below you will find 25 incredible aerial photographs of stadiums around the world. Enjoy!

2. PETCO Park – San Diego, California

Photograph by Travis Payne

3. Penn State’s Beaver Stadium

Photograph by Penn State

4. Estadio Cicero Pompeu De Toledo – Sao Paulo, Brazil

Photograph by Miguel Schincariol

5. Three Rivers Stadium – Pittsburgh

Photograph by Jim Gumm

6. Shea Stadium 1986 World Series

Photograph by Newsday

7. Duke vs UNC @ Duke Stadium 1943

Photograph by Duke University Archives

8. Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Bay

Photograph by Bill Cobb

9. Mackay Stadium – Nevada

Photograph by University of Nevada

10. California Memorial Stadium

Photograph by Michael Layefsky

11. Gillette Stadium – Foxborough, Mass.

Photograph by Art01852

12. Wembley Stadium – London, England

Photograph by Phillage

13. Memorial Stadium – Minnesota

Photograph by Jim Gumm

14. Santiago Bernbeau – Madrid, Spain

Photograph by Funkbreaks

15. Neyland Stadium – Tennessee

Photograph by Matt Owens

16. Allianz Arena – Munich, Germany

Photograph by Sille @ Panoramio

17. Bank of America Stadium – Charlotte, North Carolina

Photograph by DMWright1

18. PITT Stadium – Pittsburgh

Photograph by Jim Gumm

19. Qualcomm Stadium – San Diego

Photograph by Kevin Baird

20. Michigan Stadium – Ann Arbor, Michigan

Photograph by arkley68

21. Sun Life Stadium – Miami, Florida

Photograph by FloridaPhoto.com

22. Kenan Stadium – North Carolina

Photograph by Jim Gumm

23. Estadio de Maracana – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Photograph by Dan

24. Old Yankee Stadium – New York City

Photograph by Curlygirl13

25. Olympic Stadium (under construction) – London, England

Photograph by Tom Last

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15 Spectacular Skylines Around the World

1. Toronto, Canada

Photograph by Rob Smith Photography


A defining characteristic of any major city centre, skylines offer a glimpse into the development of a city’s core, typically dotted (or completely dominated) by tall buildings and signature landmarks. Akin to a fingerprint, each skyline is unique; an artificial horizon cast in front of the skies that surround us all. Below you will find a spectacular collection of skylines around the world, including my home town of Toronto above, enjoy!

2.Manhattan, New York City

Photograph by David Gardener

3. Paris, France

Photograph by Taylor Miles

4. Hong Kong

Photograph by Spren Ben

5. Los Angeles, California

Photograph by William Graf

6. Melbourne, Australia

Photograph by Dean

7. Calgary, Alberta

Photograph by Jim Boud

8. Shanghai, China

Photograph by Markus Bahlmann

9. Dallas, Texas

Photograph by Gary Hymes

10. Sao Paulo, Brazil

Photograph by Matt & Megan

11. Vancouver, Canada

Photograph by Brandon Godfrey

12. Mexico City, Mexico

Photograph by Matt & Megan

13. Houston, Texas

Photograph by An Nguyen Photography

14. Singapore

Photograph by Christoper Chan

15. San Francisco, California

Photograph by Dominique James

*BONUS* Chicago, Illinois (apologies for the omission!)

Photograph by Bob Segal

 

 

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15 Incredible Libraries Around the World

Moldova National Library – Photograph by Daniel Zollinger

 

These pillars of higher learning are also home to some of the world’s most incredible architecture. Below is a small collection of stunning libraries around the globe. From the historical to the modern, these centres of knowledge and learning also preserve the history and culture of their respective periods. Personally, I would find it hard to concentrate in some of these places, they are too beautiful for the eye not to wander.

 

1. University Club Library – New York City, United States

Photograph by Peter Bond

 

Photograph by Peter Bond

 

2. Canadian Library of Parliament – Ottawa, Canada

Photograph by James Gillard

 

Photograph by James Gillard

 

3. Yale University’s Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library – New Haven, Connecticut

Photograph by Lauren Manning

 

Photograph by KAALpurush

 

4. Iowa State Capital Law Library – United States

Photograph by Tani Livengood

 

5. Suzzalo Library at the University of Washington – Seattle, Washington

Photograph by Sam

 

Photograph by Sam

 

6. Admont Abbey Library – Austria

Photograph by Ognipensierovo

 

7. State Library – Victoria, Australia

Photograph by Waltonics

 

8. Library at El Real Monasterio de El Escorial – Madrid, Spain

Photograph by Jose Maria Cuellar

 

9. José Vasconcelos Library – Mexico City, Mexico

Photograph by Pedro Vasquez Colmenares

 

Photograph by Aurelio Asiain

 

10. Real Gabinete Português de Leitura – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Photograph by Ruy Barbosa Pinto

 

11. National Library of Finland – Helsinki, Finland

Photograph by Marj-Liisa

 

12. Mitchell Library – Sydney, Australia

Photograph by Christopher Chan

 

13. Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library at University of Toronto – Toronto, Canada

Photograph by Fadi J

 

14. George Peabody Library – Baltimore, Maryland

Photograph by Danielle King

 

15. Strahov Theological Hall – Prague, Czech Republic

Photograph by Rafael Ferreira

 

 

 

 

 

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25 Stunning Infinity Pools Around the World

 

Visually stunning and always situated on a gorgeous backdrop, Infinity pools are surely the most beautiful man-made pools in existence. Sit back, relax, and take a trip around the world through the lens of the infinity pool with these 25 incredible pictures.

 

An infinity edge pool (also named negative edge, zero edge, disappearing edge or vanishing edge pool) is a swimming or reflecting pool which produces a visual effect of water extending to the horizon, vanishing, or extending to “infinity”. They are often seen at fancy or exotic resorts, exclusive estates, and in advertisements. The infinity pool design concept is said to have originated in Bali, Indonesia, where its inspiration came directly from observing the dramatic effect created by the ubiquitous terraced rice paddies, known locally as sawah, for which the island is famous. – Source: Wikipedia

 

 

1. Golden Triangle Resort – Chiang Rai, Thailand

 

Photograph by I Prahin

 

 

2. Murni’s Villa – Ubud, Bali

 

Photograph by Murnis in Bali

 

 

3. Lake Manyara Serena Lodge – Tanzania, Africa

 

Photograph by badlyricpolice

 

 

4. Kandalama Hotel – Dambulla, Sri Lanka

 

Photograph by adametrnal

 

 

5. Tuscany, Italy

 

Photograph by waveovrwave

 

 

6. Tat Kuang Si Waterfall – Luang Prabang, Laos (natural)

 

Photograph by babelbabel

 

 

7. Alila Ubud Hotel – Bali, Indonesia

 

Photograph by Sean McGrath

 

 

8. Sheraton Waikiki – Hawaii

 

Photograph by Scott Sharick

 

 

9. Hotel Villa Mahal – Turkey

 

Photograph by Cloudzilla

 

 

10. Rangali Island – Maldives

 

Photograph by KTA Public Relations

 

 

11. Kempinski Hotel Ishtar – Dead Sea, Jordan

 

Photograph by Marantzer

 

 

12. Divi Little Bay Beach Resort – St. Maarten

 

Photograph by Erikogan

 

 

13. Phuket, Thailand

 

Photograph by a hobby

 

 

14. Los Cabos, Mexico

 

Photograph by Marquis Los Cabos

 

 

15. North Narrabeen Tidal Pool – Sydney, Australia (natural)

 

Photograph by Peter Anthony

 

 

16. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

 

Photograph by bpverdoorn

 

 

17. Intercontinental Hotel – Fiji

 

Photograph by amorphity

 

 

18. Dreams Resort – Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

 

Photograph by demelzastudio

 

 

19. Unknown

 

Photograph by rocketChips

 

 

20. Turkey

 

Photograph by NeilWhelan

 

 

21. Mes Amis Resort

 

Photograph by Jeremy Wilbur

 

 

22. Ubud Hanging Gardens – Bali, Indonesia

 

Photograph by Busyman Bicycles

 

 

23. Infinity Falls (natural)

 

Photograph by Angus Clyne

 

 

24. Unknown

 

Photograph by Greg Marshall

 

 

25. Marina Bay Sands Hotel and Casino – Singapore

 

Photograph by Andrew JK Tan

 

 

 

 

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