Palisade Head, Lake Superior, Minnesota

The rock formation Palisade Head is found on the north shore of Lake Superior in the Tettegouche State Park. It was formed by rhyolitic lava about 1.1 billion years ago. I am scared to death by great heights, so I guess I would not get close the abyss and just admire the view from afar LOL
This card was sent by Ruth Smith for the WiP November General Swap.

Canadian Rockies, Mount Rundle, Canada (UNESCO)

Wonderful winter scene of Mt Rundle in Banff National Parl in the Canadian Rockies. The area was inscribed into the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1984 with an extension in 1990. The colours on the card are just awesome. It was sent by Coleen Bryant for the WiP December Swap.

Nicholas II of Russia and his family

The last emperor of Russia, Nicholas II and his family. His wife Alexandra Feodorovna whom he married in November 1894 and his children Olga, Tatiana, Maria, Anastasia and Aleksey. Nicholas II ruled the Russian empire from 1894 til 1917 when he abdicated following the February Revolution. The whole family including the family's doctor, cook and chambermaid were killed in the same room in the night on 16/17th July 1917 by the Bolsheviks.
The card was sent to me by Maya (Makovka) for the Postcrossing Favourites Tag.

Victory's Arch, Bucharest, Romania

A wonderful card sent by Romina Marila for the WiP I spy a Flag Swap. Victory's Arch is one of the symbols of the Romanian capital city Bucharest, and was modelled after the Arce de Triomphe in Paris.

Roman Agora, Athens, Greece

This card came from a very dear friend, Nikos Vatopoulos. It shows some views of the Roman Agora in Athens, the capital city of Greece. Another of the Must See Places on my list of travels.

Kamchatka, Russia

A Russian card coming to my mailbox via Spain. The Kamchatka volcanic area was inscribed into the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1996 as one of the most outstanding volcanic areas of the world. I just love the colours of the card.
It was sent by Anna Bogdanovskaya for the Postcrossing Favourites Tag.

Side, Turkey

Side is one of the best known sea side reorts of Turkey. In ancient times it was one of the most important trace centers in the area. It was founded by the Greek, most likely in the 7th century BC. I've seen this place twice during holidays in Turkey, and just love it there. Great beaches, nice people and lots of history and ancient sites to explore.
The card was sent by my parents from their recent trip to Turkey.

Grand Canyon - Lava Canyon Rapid, USA (UNESCO)

Great choice of cards from Ruth Smith for the WiP UNESCO Swap. The Grand Canyon is possibly one of the most beautiful wonders of nature. The Colorado river and its tributaries have been carving this natural wonder, exposing nearly 2 billion years of Earth's gelological history. Seeing it for myself is one of the dreams I still have :)

Mauna Kea Observatories, Hawaii, USA

This awesome postcard with the special rubber stamp came from my postcard pal Rod Eime. During one of his travels he visitied the Mauna Kea Observatories on Hawaii. The observatories are astronomical research facilities. Their isolated location in the middle of the Pacific Ocean is ideal for ground based astronomy. In total there are 12 telescopes.

Krakow, Poland

Kraków is one of the most amazing places in Poland and was inscribed into the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1978. For over 500 years (1038-1596) it was the capital of the country. Its origines date back into the 7th century which makes it one of Poland's oldest cities. On the card is the Main Market Square with the Renaissance Cloth Hall and St. Mary Church in the center. Kraków is also known as the city of churches with over 120 places of worship.
The awesome card came from Wanda for the WiP Bird's Eye View Swap.

Kuressaare Castle on Saaremaa Island, Estonia

This card was sent by Eellaa (Ella) for the Postcrossing Favourites Tag. It shows Castle Kursessaare on Estonia's biggest island Saaremaa. I didn't know that there is actually a nice connection to the castle on the card :) Just now when I did some research on it, I found out that Saaremaa is called Ösel in German and a Count of Ekesparre, who was at home on this island came here into my valley to buy the Castle Olbrück where I do tours now for tourists :) The world really is a small place!

Basilica of Our Lady of Lebanon, Harissa, Lebanon

Harissa is a mountain village in Lebanon, not far from the capital city Beirut. There is an awesome view to enjoy but that is most important about this place is the pilgrimmage shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon. There is a 15 ton bronze statue (painted white) of Virgin Mary with her arms stretched out wide. It was inaugurated in 1908.
The card was sent by Jino in a private swap.

Antalya, Turkey

My parents sent me this beautiful postcard from their trip Turkey. Antalya is located on the Mediterranean coast and the country's biggest international sea resort. On the right you see the Fluted Minaret, the symbol of the city. Until recently archeologists thought the city had been founded in 150 BC by King Attalia, but now excavations have uncovered even older remains. The city has a very fascinating history.

Fort Necessity National Battlefield, Farmington, USA

An older card but nonetheless nice and dear to me. Bonnie Jeanne Tibbets sent it to me a few years ago. On July 3, 1754 one of the earlier battles of the French/Indian War happened Fayette County, Pennsylvania. Elements of the battle are preserved in Fort Necessity. The postcard shows the interior of Mount Washington Tavern, a classic example of the inns along the National Road.

Notre Dame, Paris, France (UNESCO)

Awesome night view of the beautiful Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. The Roman Catholic cathedral is considered one of the finest examples of French gothing architecture and the see of the Archbishop of Paris. Construction began in 1163. It is located on the banks of the River Seine and thus part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Paris, Banks of the Seine. The card was sent by Jean-Michel Ermide for the WiP ABC Letter P swap.

Port de Tadoussac, Québec, Canada

This card was sent by Ruxandra for the WiP ABC Letter Q Swap. It shows Port de Tadoussac, a small port on St. Lawrence River.