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croatia/cologne 2007

The photos contained in this gallery are from an annual trip that we do to Croatia to visit relatives. The locations photographed in Croatia are from the island Krk. We passed through Cologne, Germany on the way to/from Croatia. Since I have been to Croatia many times, and this was my first trip to Cologne, there are more photos of Cologne. The Cathedral in Cologne is incredible.
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  • We stayed in the village of Kremenic, on the Island Krk. This is a view from the bedroom window. That is the Kvarner bay, the mountain in the background is called "uchka" - phonetically spelled. "uchka" is on the Istrian Penninsula.

    We stayed in the village of Kremenic, on the Island Krk. This is a view from the bedroom window. That is the Kvarner bay, the mountain in the background is called "uchka" - phonetically spelled. "uchka" is on the Istrian Penninsula.

    CroatiaKrkKvarner Bay

  • A sunset lit view of the mainland from one of my favorite parts of the island -Saint Mark. Saint Mark is the ruins of an old chapel, on a penninsula. It is a very peaceful place.<br /> <br /> The mainland is part of the Dinaric Alps. They extend for 400 miles (645 km) along the coast of the Adriatic Sea (northwest-southeast), from the Julian Alps. The Dinaric Alps comprise the most rugged and extensively mountainous area of Europe outside of the Caucasus Mountains, Alps and Scandinavian Mountains.

    A sunset lit view of the mainland from one of my favorite parts of the island -Saint Mark. Saint Mark is the ruins of an old chapel, on a penninsula. It is a very peaceful place.

    The mainland is part of the Dinaric Alps. They extend for 400 miles (645 km) along the coast of the Adriatic Sea (northwest-southeast), from the Julian Alps. The Dinaric Alps comprise the most rugged and extensively mountainous area of Europe outside of the Caucasus Mountains, Alps and Scandinavian Mountains.

    CroatiaKrkSaint Mark

  • Saint Mark

    Saint Mark

    CroatiaKrkSaint Mark

  • Close up view of Saint Mark. I just love this place.

    Close up view of Saint Mark. I just love this place.

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  • I woke up one morning, looked out the window, and saw this bird flying and diving for prey. It is probably a hawk.

    I woke up one morning, looked out the window, and saw this bird flying and diving for prey. It is probably a hawk.

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  • On the island Krk, the old way of life co-exists with tourism. This is a typical barn found in the area. This one is finished with Stucco, but many are stone. I love this type of window, it is very welcoming.

    On the island Krk, the old way of life co-exists with tourism. This is a typical barn found in the area. This one is finished with Stucco, but many are stone. I love this type of window, it is very welcoming.

    CroatiaKrk

  • This cow was hanging out in a field in a sea side village.

    This cow was hanging out in a field in a sea side village.

    CroatiaKrkcows

  • Many residents have cats. They really earn thier keep by keeping the vicinity clear of pests.<br /> <br /> The month of May seems to be the time when kittens are abundant. This kitten was checking me out and keeping a safe distance, while under the watchful eye of it's mother.<br /> <br /> They quickly approved of my presence - food is a great incentive.

    Many residents have cats. They really earn thier keep by keeping the vicinity clear of pests.

    The month of May seems to be the time when kittens are abundant. This kitten was checking me out and keeping a safe distance, while under the watchful eye of it's mother.

    They quickly approved of my presence - food is a great incentive.

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  • It is hard to find a roof that does not use Terra Cotta. My brother in law was repairing a roof that had tiles on it that were 150 years old, and still could have reused some of the tiles. I think he replaced them. They are amazingly simple, functional, and durable.

    It is hard to find a roof that does not use Terra Cotta. My brother in law was repairing a roof that had tiles on it that were 150 years old, and still could have reused some of the tiles. I think he replaced them. They are amazingly simple, functional, and durable.

    CroatiaKrk

  • Fortification wall in Verbnik.

    Fortification wall in Verbnik.

    CroatiaKrk

  • You must park your car out of the city proper, and walk into Verbnik. Most streets are too old, and narrow, to accomodate cars. This is a snapshot of one of the most extreme examples.<br /> <br /> This is supposedly the most narrow street in the world - yes it is a street. You must walk sideways down it.

    You must park your car out of the city proper, and walk into Verbnik. Most streets are too old, and narrow, to accomodate cars. This is a snapshot of one of the most extreme examples.

    This is supposedly the most narrow street in the world - yes it is a street. You must walk sideways down it.

    CroatiaKrkVrbnik

  • The Verbnik area is known for Zlatina wine (red and white). Many residents make and sell wines out of thier houses. They will have a chair out front with wines on it for sale. <br /> <br /> This gentleman was selling wine. He offered me a complimentary glass. How could I turn that down? So, we chatted a bit over some wine. Of course, I bought a bottle of wine from him. How could I not do so, after he just gave me a free glass? He was a good salesman, but also a nice fellow. Thanks Mr. Volaric!

    The Verbnik area is known for Zlatina wine (red and white). Many residents make and sell wines out of thier houses. They will have a chair out front with wines on it for sale.

    This gentleman was selling wine. He offered me a complimentary glass. How could I turn that down? So, we chatted a bit over some wine. Of course, I bought a bottle of wine from him. How could I not do so, after he just gave me a free glass? He was a good salesman, but also a nice fellow. Thanks Mr. Volaric!

    CroatiaKrkVrbnikWine

  • This is Grad Krk. It is a very nice town with centuries old stone streets.

    This is Grad Krk. It is a very nice town with centuries old stone streets.

    CroatiaKrkGrad Krk

  • On the return trip, we spend two days in Cologne, Germany. This is a photo of the Cathedral spires from a distance. The cornerstone was laid in 1248. It was not completed until the 1880 - over 600 years to build.

    On the return trip, we spend two days in Cologne, Germany. This is a photo of the Cathedral spires from a distance. The cornerstone was laid in 1248. It was not completed until the 1880 - over 600 years to build.

    CologneGermanyCathedral

  • A slightly different perspective.

    A slightly different perspective.

    CologneGermanyCathedral

  • A side view of the cathedral. Those are all stained glass windows.

    A side view of the cathedral. Those are all stained glass windows.

    CologneGermanyCathedral

  • A corner view of one of the spires. I just love the symmetry

    A corner view of one of the spires. I just love the symmetry

    CologneGermanyCathedral

  • Another symetrical view

    Another symetrical view

    CologneGermanyCathedral

  • Main entrance to the Cathedral.

    Main entrance to the Cathedral.

    CologneGermanyCathedral

  • This is possibly my favorite photograph of the trip. Cathedral interior, looking from the alter towards the front.

    This is possibly my favorite photograph of the trip. Cathedral interior, looking from the alter towards the front.

    CologneGermanyCathedral

  • Cathedral interior gothic arches.

    Cathedral interior gothic arches.

    CologneGermanyCathedral

  • Stained glass windows above and behind the alter.

    Stained glass windows above and behind the alter.

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  • Arches

    Arches

    CologneGermanyCathedral

  • ....more arches

    ....more arches

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  • One of the incredible stained glass windows.

    One of the incredible stained glass windows.

    CologneGermanyCathedral

  • Gargoyles.<br /> <br /> I love how the gargoyle on the left is resting its front paws on a head. Unfortunately, they are working on the exterior - notice the scaffolding in the background.

    Gargoyles.

    I love how the gargoyle on the left is resting its front paws on a head. Unfortunately, they are working on the exterior - notice the scaffolding in the background.

    CologneGermanyCathedralGargoyle

  • These gargoyles are also functioning gutter spouts. Notice the spout exiting the mouth.

    These gargoyles are also functioning gutter spouts. Notice the spout exiting the mouth.

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  • You occasionally see these performers in the USA, but they are really common in Europe. They stand still until a coin is dropped in a basket below - then they will briefly move.<br /> <br /> I don't know why, but they give me the creeps.

    You occasionally see these performers in the USA, but they are really common in Europe. They stand still until a coin is dropped in a basket below - then they will briefly move.

    I don't know why, but they give me the creeps.

    CologneGermanyStreet Performer

  • Cologne has many bridges that span the Rhein River. This is one of them.

    Cologne has many bridges that span the Rhein River. This is one of them.

    CologneGermany

  • Cologne was heavily bombed at the end of world war II. The result is a patch work of old and new. This is part of the old section of town, a few sqare blocks that remain intact. Lot's of nice bierhalles, restaurants, and shops.

    Cologne was heavily bombed at the end of world war II. The result is a patch work of old and new. This is part of the old section of town, a few sqare blocks that remain intact. Lot's of nice bierhalles, restaurants, and shops.

    CologneGermanyOld Town

  • A bierhalle in the old section of town, dating back to 1626. The regional beer of Cologne is Kolsh Bier.

    A bierhalle in the old section of town, dating back to 1626. The regional beer of Cologne is Kolsh Bier.

    CologneGermanyOld Town

  • More of the old city.

    More of the old city.

    CologneGermanyOld Town

  • I have always hated these cars, and always will......

    I have always hated these cars, and always will......

    CologneGermanyCitroen 2CV

  • This is an effort to preserve the old gothic facade, balanced with the need to rebuild.

    This is an effort to preserve the old gothic facade, balanced with the need to rebuild.

    CologneGermany

  • We went to the Lindt Chocolate museum. It was much more fun, and educational, than we originally expected.

    We went to the Lindt Chocolate museum. It was much more fun, and educational, than we originally expected.

    CologneGermanyLindtChocolate Museum

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