Tallest Collection (#8)

Emperor penguins (Aptenodytes forsteri). This penguin is the tallest and heaviest species of penguin and is endemic to Antarctica. Photographed in Antarctica

Giraffe running over a road
Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis) running over a road. The giraffe is the tallest living land animal, growing to a height of 5.5 metres

Group of ostriches (Struthio camelus). This group consists of females and a male. The ostrich, a flightless bird, is the worlds largest and tallest bird, being around 2.5 metres tall

Msai giraffe C014 / 3026
Msai giraffe walking across a grassy plain. The msai giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis tippelskirchi), also known as the Kilimanjaro Giraffe

Gaping Gill Cave, artwork
Gaping Gill Cave, historical artwork. Visitor (lower centre) viewing a large waterfall in the Gaping Gill Cave in North Yorkshire, UK (also called Gaping Ghyll)

Giant sequoia trees
Giant sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum) trees. Sequoias are the largest trees in the world and live for up to four thousand years. They have become an endangered species due to habitat loss

Fallen giant sequoia trunk
Fallen giant sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum) tree trunk. Sequoias are the largest trees in the world and live for up to four thousand years

Giant sequoia tree stump
Giant sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum) tree stump. This stump measures over 7 metres in diameter. Sequoias are the largest trees in the world and live for up to four thousand years

Gustave Flaubert bridge, Normandy, France C017 / 7933
Gustave Flaubert bridge at night. This vertical lift bridge spans the River Seine at Rouen, in the Upper Normandy region of France

Grande Roue de Paris, 1900 C016 / 4498
Grande Roue de Paris. 20th-century photochrom (photographic lithograph) of the Grande Roue de Paris, a large Ferris wheel built in Paris, France, for the Exposition Universelle (1900)

USA, West Virginia, Fayetteville. New River Gorge National River, New River Gorge Bridge, height- 876 feet

Giraffe - feeding
DOW-471 Giraffe - feeding Giraffa camelopardalis Steve Downer contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

A morning view of Mount Whitney from Lone Pine

Famous Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the tallest in North America in its new location after it was moved in the Outer Banks Of North Carolina USA

USA, Alabama, Mobile. The Battle House Hotel and the RSA Tower

USA, Alabama, Birmingham. Vulcan Park, Vulcan Statue, second-tallest statue in the US

USA, Alabama, Mobile. RSA Tower

UAE, Dubai. Burj Dubai Hotel and surrounding buildings at sunrise

Denali, Mt. Kinley, the highest mountain in North America at over 20, 000 feet rises above the Alaska Range in Denali National Park, Alaska

Enormous Denali / Mt. McKinley and its mirror image in Reflection Pond. At over 20
Enormous Denali / Mt. McKinley and its mirror image in Reflection Pond.At over 20, 000 feet high, it is the tallest mountain in North America

Denali, Mt. McKInley, at over 20, 000 feet, the highest mountain in North America rises above the Alaska Range in Denali National Park Alaska

South America, Venezuela, Canaima National Park, Angel Falls. View of the base of the falls

Montevideo, Uruguay, The Palacio Salvo on Plaza Independencia, Montevideos tallest building

England, London, London Eye

Canada, Ontario, Toronto. View looking up at CN Tower, worlds tallest structure of 1, 815 feet

Canada, Ontario, Toronto. Looking up through the elevator ceiling at the CN Tower, worlds tallest structure

Canada, Nova Scotia, Halifax. Saint Marys Cathedral Basilica. The tallest polished spire in North America. Circa 1820

Malaysia, State of Selangor, capital city of Kuala Lumpur. Famous Petronas Twin Towers, the tallest twin buildings in the world & city symbol

Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur. The night view of Petronas Twin Towers

Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur. The Petronas Twin Towers in twilight

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Petronas Twin Towers, the tallest twin buildings in the world

Indonesia, Bali. Volcano Gunung Agung (3142 meters, Balis highest mountain) behind palm trees

LCC-MFB 75 foot wheeled escape cart
This horse drawn escape cart carried one of the longer versions of the wheeled escape ladder. Until the introduction of the horse drawn turntable ladder

Americas tallest tower, plus some temperament. Illustration shows a shadowy outline of the Woolworth Building. Date 1914 April 25

Turin, Italy - the Mole Antonelliana
Originally built as a synagogue, the Mole Antonelliana is a major landmark of the Italian city of Turin. It is named after the architect who built it, Alessandro Antonelli

A Giant Among Dwarfs
A giant among dwarfs. Date: early 1930s

New York - The Syndicate Building or Park Row Building. The tallest office building in the world for nine years. Date: circa 1899

Emperor penguins and chicks
Emperor penguins (Aptenodytes forsteri) with their three-month-old chicks (grey). The adults feed them by regurgitating fish. These are the only penguins to breed during the Antarctic winter

Emperor penguin rookery
Emperor penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) rookery on sea ice. The grey-feathered chicks are three months old. The adults feed them by regurgitating fish

Emperor penguin chicks huddling
Emperor penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) chicks huddling for warmth in the Antarctic spring. These grey-feathered chicks are about one month old. The adults feed them by regurgitating fish

Emperor penguins with chick
Emperor penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) pair with their three-month-old chick. The adults feed the chicks by regurgitating fish

Emperor penguins huddling
Emperor penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) males huddling for warmth. This picture was taken in April when the temperature was -50 degrees Celsius

Emperor penguins incubating eggs
Emperor penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) males incubating eggs. This picture was taken in August. These are the only penguins to breed in the Antarctic during the winter

Emperor penguins sheltering chicks
Emperor penguins (Aptenodytes forsteri) sheltering three-week-old chicks. The males shelter the chicks against the cold by holding them on their feet and covering them with a fold of skin

Skyscraper, computer artwork

Super skyscraper, computer artwork

Mars topographical map, satellite image
Mars topographical map. Three-dimensional composite satellite image of the surface of Mars. Topographical features are labelled in black. North is at top

Brachiosaurus dinosaur skeleton. Model of a Brachiosaurus skeleton. This was the tallest dinosaur, standing up to 16 metres tall. It could weigh up to 70 tons

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"Reaching New Heights: Exploring the World's Tallest Structures and Wonders" Standing tall and proud, the Empire State Building has been an iconic symbol of New York since 1945. The Burj Khalifa in Dubai reigns as the tallest man-made structure globally, soaring to a staggering height of 828 meters. France's Millau Bridge astounds with its architectural marvel, spanning across valleys and becoming a testament to human ingenuity. Transporting us back in time, the Brachiosaurus dinosaur reminds us of Earth's ancient giants that once roamed our planet. Witnessing history unfold, the Mother Russia Statue commemorates the Battle of Stalingrad with its towering presence. From bridges to buildings, humanity continues to push boundaries; such is evident in Bridge Millau's remarkable design. Marvel at Giant Machnow at Taylors Depository - an awe-inspiring sculpture that captures our imagination with its colossal size. Nature also boasts incredible heights; Hare Creek and redwoods in Limekiln State Park showcase California's majestic beauty. Embarking on an Irish adventure? Don't miss A Visit to the Irish Pig. With reflections Physical & Moral – a tale full of surprises. Whether it be man-made or natural wonders, these towering structures remind us that there are no limits when it comes to reaching new heights.