A farm house with bluebonnets (Lupinus) north from Chappell Hill. Texas, March 25, 2018
Stone house in bluebonnets at 3684 Road 390 west from Gay Hill. Texas, April 15, 2010
Captain Edward Penniman House near Fort Hill in Cape Cod. Orleans, Massachusetts, January 18, 2005.
View of Sorek River from Road 395, west from Jerusalem (white houses behind a hill). The Middle East, December 30, 2000
A farm house near Hunt Hill Road east from Ithaca. New York, October 9, 2005
Raising summer houses of affluent businessmen (sometimes called Novye Russkiye, New Russians, or nouveau riches) on hills of Toksovo, 10 miles north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 4, 2004
Houses at Beacon Hill in Boston. Beginning of Black Heritage Trail. Massachusetts, August 3, 1999.
A cat in a farm house on Hunt Hill Road east from Ithaca. New York, October 10, 2005
This perspective of Pikk Street captures one of Tallinn s most historically significant thoroughfares, looking roughly south towards the foot of Toompea Hill. On the left, the large storefront windows belong to Pikk 12 (leftmost edge) and Pikk 10, home to the Oh la la gift and souvenir shop (visible by its red sign). These buildings are part of the continuous row of merchant houses that define the street s character, originally housing the wealthy guilds and traders of the Hanseatic League. While the street is famous for medieval architecture, many facades, including those visible here, show later modifications or complete rebuilds from the 19th and early 20th centuries, blending historicism with Art Nouveau elements. Further up the street, where the road curves uphill past the Swedish flag, the route leads toward the Pikk Jalg (Long Leg) gate tower. This was historically the primary carriage road connecting the Lower Town of merchants to the Upper Town (Toompea) of the nobility. Estonia, October 16, 2025
This perspective looks further up Pikk Street as it gently curves uphill towards the Pikk Jalg gate and Toompea Hill. On the left, the building housing the Veta knitwear shop is a notable example of Tallinn s layered architecture. The structure itself dates back to the 14th century and survived WWII largely intact, making it one of the city s authentic medieval gems. The bay window with its decorative woodwork on the upper floor adds a touch of elegance to the facade. The right side of the street features handsome brick and plaster facades, typical of the prosperous merchant dwellings that line this historic trade route. The blue sign for Fitness Formula marks a modern business occupying one of these centuries-old spaces. Estonia, October 16, 2025
This view is captured from the intersection of Pikk and Voorimehe streets, looking up towards the Pikk Jalg (Long Leg) Gate Tower. The prominent white tower with the red tiled roof at the end of the street is the 14th-century gate tower that guards the entrance to Toompea Hill. Historically, this was one of two main gateways separating the merchants of the lower town from the nobility on the hill. On the left, the building with the "VeTa" sign (visible at Pikk 4) houses a well-known Estonian brand specializing in linen and knitwear. The arched doorway and display windows are set into a facade that typifies the street s historic character. To the right, the street branches off into Voorimehe, a smaller lane known for charming spots like the Karu Talu Svokolaad chocolate shop (located at Voorimehe 6) and Pulla Bakery. Estonia, October 16, 2025
This panoramic view from the tower of St. Nicholas Church looks south-west towards Toompea Hill, capturing the dense layering of Tallinn s medieval and religious history. The striking structure with black onion domes is the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, an Orthodox cathedral built in 1900 in the Russian Revival style. Its imposing presence on Toompea Hill contrasts sharply with the surrounding red-tiled roofs, symbolizing the complex history of the Russian era in Estonia. In the foreground and middle distance, you can see key parts of the city s defensive network: The square tower with the tall red roof in the foreground is the Maiden Tower, a 14th-century defensive structure that now houses a cafe. Just behind and slightly to the left of the Maiden Tower (partially obscured) is the massive Kiek in de Ko"k artillery tower, whose Low German name ("Peep into the Kitchen") referred to the guards ability to see into nearby homes. Connective sections of the medieval city wall run between these towers, marking the boundary between the lower town and the upper citadel. The green space visible near the base of the wall is the Danish King s Garden (Taani kuninga aed). According to legend, this is where the Danish flag (Dannebrog) fell from the sky during a battle in 1219, turning the tide in favor of the Danes. The garden sits on the slope directly facing St. Nicholas Church. Estonia, October 16, 2025
Intersection of Pikk Street (Pikk ta"nav) and Pikk jalg ("Long Leg" street) in Tallinn s Old Town. The corner building with the distinctive red mansard roof and "VeTa" sign is Pikk 1. This historic structure currently houses a flagship store for VeTa, an Estonian fashion brand known for its knitwear and linen clothing. The shop s entrance is directly on the corner, inviting visitors coming down from Toompea Hill or entering the Lower Town. To the left of the VeTa building is the start of Pikk jalg (Long Leg), a historic cobblestone ramp that historically served as the main carriage road connecting the Lower Town (residence of merchants) to Toompea (seat of nobility and power). Just out of frame to the left would be the Pikk jalg Gate Tower (Pika jala va"ravatorn), a 14th-century defensive structure that controlled traffic between the two distinct parts of the medieval city. This spot marks the transition between the bustling commercial streets of the Lower Town and the fortified administrative center on the hill. It s a popular starting point for exploring the Old Town s main artery, Pikk Street, which runs all the way to the Great Coastal Gate. Tallinn, Estonia, October 16, 2025
Estonian Theatre for Young Audiences (formerly known as the NUKU Theatre), located at the corner of Lai 1 and Nunne streets. This corner building is a fine example of early 20th-century architecture (completed in 1907), originally built for the Nobility Club. It blends Neo-Renaissance elements (like the balcony) with Art Nouveau influences (evident in the curved corner and roofline). The warm uplighting emphasizes its elegant proportions and decorative cornice. The building houses Estonia s only professional puppet theatre, founded in 1952, and the Museum of Puppetry Arts. The museum entrance is typically around the corner or through the main glass doors seen here. The theatre complex has expanded over the years to include modern performance halls while retaining its historic fac,ade. The view looks down Nunne Street towards the Toompea hill area. To the right, you can see the edge of the city wall fortifications. The street is paved with traditional cobblestones, and the scene is quiet, likely captured in the late evening or early morning. Tallinn, Estonia, October 16, 2025
