Promontory Collection (#9)

Driving in the golden rivet (spike) connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans by railway: Promontory, Utah, 10 May 1869. Union Pacific Railroad

NOTTINGHAM, FROM THE CASTLE, UK. Nottingham Castle is a castle in Nottingham, England. It is located in a commanding position on a natural promontory known as Castle Rock

TANTALLON CASTLE, LOOKING EAST. Tantallon Castle is a semi-ruined mid-14th-century fortress, located convert|5|km east of North Berwick, in East Lothian, Scotland

View of coastal promontory and Martello tower, James Joyce Tower and Museum, Forty Foot, Sandycove, Dublin Bay, County Dublin, Ireland, October

View of land in sea loch connected to mainland by tombolo promontory, Ard Neakie, Loch Eriboll, Sutherland, Highlands, Scotland, August

View of jagged basaltic rocks on coastal headland at sunset, Rumps Point, Pentire Head, Cornwall, England, March

View of coastline with cliffs in evening sunlight and rainclouds gathering overhead, looking towards Com Head from Rumps Point, Pentire Head, Port Quin Bay, Cornwall, England, March

Italy, Apulia Region, National Park of Gargano, Mount d Elio, the Cave of the Angel
Italy - Apulia Region - National Park of Gargano - Mount d Elio, the Cave of the Angel

MONLEON Y TORRES, Rafael (1835-1900). Defence of the Havana Promontory (1st july 1862). 1873. Seven Years War. Attack of the British fleet to the Spanish bastion. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid

GOLDEN SPIKE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, UTAH. USA. Detail, drive wheel under cab of Union Pacific locomotive No. 119. Promontory. Great Basin

Asia, India, Ladakh, Thikse. The Thikse Gompa sits on a lofty promontory in the Himalayas in Ladakh, India

Europe, France, Dordogne River. The Dordogne River meanders below Le Cave Chateau in south central France

Europe, France, Dordogne River. Le Cave Chateau sits atop a promontory above the Dordogne River in France

The Pic St Loup mountain top peak. Pic St Loup. Languedoc. Horses running free in a field. France. Europe

Chateau de Peyrepertuse. Chateau de Peyrepertuse. Hilltop Cathar fortification. Les Pays and Chateaux Cathares. Languedoc. The ruins of a chateau fortress. France. Europe

Chateau de Queribus. Chateau de Peyrepertuse. Hilltop Cathar fortification. Les Pays and Chateaux Cathares. Languedoc. The ruins of a chateau fortress. France. Europe

La Clape. Languedoc. Vine leaves. Vineyard. France. Europe. Vineyards below the white limestone cliff

New Zealand, Cape Reigna, Northland

St Clair Beach, Dunedin, New Zealand

Dollar Cove, Gunwalloe, Lizard Peninsula, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Cabo de Sao Vicente (Cape St. Vincent), Algarve, Portugal, Europe

The Madonna Mantle, Maddalena Islands, La Maddalena National Park, Sardinia, Italy, Mediterranean, Europe

The island of Razzoli, Maddalena Islands, La Maddalena National Park, Sardinia, Italy, Mediterranean, Europe

FRANCE: CHATEAU ON LOIRE. Ruins of a chteau, believed to date from the 14th century, at Clairmont, France, overlooking the Loire River. Steel engraving, English, c1835, after J.M.W. Turner

Pergamon - View toward Bergama
An ancient Greek city in modern-day Turkey, in Mysia, north western Anatolia, 16 miles from the Aegean Sea, located on a promontory on the north side of the river Caicus (modern day Bak)

Scyllaeum - a promontory, and ancient town or fortress, on the west coast of Bruttium (modern Calabria), at the entrance of the Sicilian strait

1869 Continental Link
The Union Pacific Railroad, the first transcontinental rail link, is completed at Promontory Point, Utah - Hold still, everyone, for the photographer ! Date: 10 May 1869

View of monolithic limestone promontory, Rock of Gibraltar, Gibraltar

St Ives, Cornwall, UK, satellite image. North is at top. Water is dark green, land is green, brown and grey. Sand is white/pale green

RAILROADING. The joining of the Central Pacific (left) and the Union Pacific Railroads on 10 May 1869, at Promontory Point, Utah

USA, Oregon, Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, rainbow arching over Vista House on Crown Point, part of Columbia River Gorge. Credit as: Steve Terrill / Jaynes Gallery / Danita Delimont

Aerial view of estuary, Sawyer Bay, Stanley and The Nut (Circular Head), Northwest Tasmania, Australia

The Amanohashidate - Famous Japanese View
The Amanohashidate - located in Miyazu Bay in northern Kyoto Prefecture - a pine-clad promontory launching onto the sea. This view is one of the three Views of Japan - a canonical list attributed to

Penmon Priory and Dovecote, Beaumaris, Wales. Penmon is a promontory, parish and community on the south-east tip of Anglesey, North Wales, about three miles east of the town of Beaumaris

Ruins at Bergama / Pergamon
The Ruins at Pergamon or Pergamum. An ancient Greek city in modern-day Turkey, in Mysia, north western Anatolia, 16 miles from the Aegean Sea

Theatre at Bergama / Pergamon
The Theatre at Pergamon or Pergamum. An ancient Greek city in modern-day Turkey, in Mysia, north western Anatolia, 16 miles from the Aegean Sea

Ruins of the Basilica at Bergama / Pergamon
The Basilica at Pergamon or Pergamum. An ancient Greek city in modern-day Turkey, in Mysia, north western Anatolia, 16 miles from the Aegean Sea

Site / Ruins of Pergamon - Turkey
The Ancient Bridge with the Basilica behind at Pergamon (or Pergamum). An ancient Greek city in modern-day Turkey, in Mysia, north western Anatolia, 16 miles from the Aegean Sea

Transcontinental Link
First transcontinental rail link completed at Promontory Point, Utah

View from Hong Chong promontory towards Hong Chong beach north of Nha Trang, and to the right Nui Do Tien (Fairy Mountain), Nha Trang, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Wilsons Promontory, sunset from Mount Oberon, Victoria, Australia

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"Captivating Promontories: Exploring the Stunning Coastal Landscapes" The Rumps, Pentire Head: As the late evening light bathes the Devon Coastal Path, immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of The Rumps at Pentire Head in Cornwall, UK. Aerial Panoramic of Cala Galdana Beach: Behold the breathtaking view from above as you gaze upon Cala Galdana beach on Menorca's Balearic Islands, Spain. Porth Neigwl or Hell's Mouth: In September 2018, witness nature's raw power at Porth Neigwl or Hell's Mouth on Llŷn Peninsula in North Wales, UK. St. Ives Charm: Lose yourself amidst the enchanting streets and picturesque coastline of St. Ives in Cornwall, England – a true gem within Europe. Higger Tor and Carl Wark Hill Fort: Experience an autumn sunrise over Hathersage Moor and be captivated by the ancient wonders of Higger Tor and Carl Wark Hill Fort in Peak District National Park. The Giants Causeway Wonder: Marvel at nature's masterpiece as you explore the awe-inspiring basalt columns that form Northern Ireland's Giants Causeway. Nottingham Castle Viewpoint: From Nottingham Castle in England, enjoy a panoramic vista overlooking this historic city steeped in legend and heritage. Portland Bill Beauty: Discover tranquility along Dorset's Isle of Portland as you stand mesmerized by Portland Bill – a coastal promontory that exudes natural charm. Sunrise Serenity at Cala Macarelleta Beach: Embrace serenity as dawn breaks over Cala Macarelleta beach on Menorca’s Balearic Islands – an idyllic spot to start your day afresh. Polzeath Bay Delight .