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Terraces Collection (#9)

"From the Hanging Gardens of Babylon to Machu Picchu: Exploring Terraces Around the World" they have long been a marvel of human ingenuity and architectural prowess

Background imageTerraces Collection: 元阳梯田

元阳梯田
陈喆 Chenzhe

Background imageTerraces Collection: Vein

Vein
TIANQI

Background imageTerraces Collection: Thousand layer cake

Thousand layer cake
Zhou Chengzhou

Background imageTerraces Collection: stacked terraces

stacked terraces
Gilbert Claes

Background imageTerraces Collection: Yuanyang Hani Terraced Field-1

Yuanyang Hani Terraced Field-1
Ryu Shin Woo

Background imageTerraces Collection: the Shallot park

the Shallot park
hedianto.hs

Background imageTerraces Collection: The terraced fields

The terraced fields
Fabrizio Massetti

Background imageTerraces Collection: Rhythm of paddy field

Rhythm of paddy field
Shenshen Dou

Background imageTerraces Collection: Rooftops

Rooftops
Roxana Labagnara

Background imageTerraces Collection: Scoreboard at Cardiff Arms Park, Wales, 29th December 1961

Scoreboard at Cardiff Arms Park, Wales, 29th December 1961

Background imageTerraces Collection: Cardiff Arms Park, Wales, 4th October 1962

Cardiff Arms Park, Wales, 4th October 1962

Background imageTerraces Collection: Cardiff Arms Park, Wales, Circa 1935

Cardiff Arms Park, Wales, Circa 1935

Background imageTerraces Collection: Cardiff Arms Park, Wales, Sunday 25th November 1956

Cardiff Arms Park, Wales, Sunday 25th November 1956

Background imageTerraces Collection: Terry McDermott Liverpool midfielder holding Player of the Year Trophy at The Kop

Terry McDermott Liverpool midfielder holding Player of the Year Trophy at The Kop, Anfield, Published 30th April 1980

Background imageTerraces Collection: Crystal Palace manager Steve Coppell at Selhurst Park. 22nd May 1993

Crystal Palace manager Steve Coppell at Selhurst Park. 22nd May 1993

Background imageTerraces Collection: Birmingham 3-6 Wolves, division one, league match at St Andrews

Birmingham 3-6 Wolves, division one, league match at St Andrews, Saturday 7th October 1961. Pictured: Relatives of Mark Lazarus of Wolves watch the match

Background imageTerraces Collection: Rangers v Bayern Munich European Cup Winners Cup match at Ibrox 19th April 1972

Rangers v Bayern Munich European Cup Winners Cup match at Ibrox 19th April 1972. Football Supporters Final score: Rangers 2-0 Bayern Munich

Background imageTerraces Collection: Newcastle United manager Jack Charlton on his first day at St

Newcastle United manager Jack Charlton on his first day at St. James Park in June 1984

Background imageTerraces Collection: Manchester United fans celebrate on the pitch at Meadow Lane after a 2-2 draw against

Manchester United fans celebrate on the pitch at Meadow Lane after a 2-2 draw against Notts County ensured their promotion back to the top flight of English football. 19th April 1975

Background imageTerraces Collection: Rice terraces flooded in the jungle, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Rice terraces flooded in the jungle, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageTerraces Collection: Aerial view on Longsheng rice terraces, also knows as dragon

Aerial view on Longsheng rice terraces, also knows as dragons backbone due to their shape, Guangxi, China, Asia

Background imageTerraces Collection: Purple sunset with fog above the Longsheng rice terraces, Guangxi, China, Asia

Purple sunset with fog above the Longsheng rice terraces, Guangxi, China, Asia

Background imageTerraces Collection: Small bamboo house in the Longsheng rice terraces, Guangxi, China, Asia

Small bamboo house in the Longsheng rice terraces, Guangxi, China, Asia

Background imageTerraces Collection: Rice terraces in Mu Cang Chai, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Rice terraces in Mu Cang Chai, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageTerraces Collection: Top view of a path in the Longsheng rice terraces also known as Dragon

Top view of a path in the Longsheng rice terraces also known as Dragons Backbone rice terraces, Guanxi, China, Asia

Background imageTerraces Collection: Panoramic View of Bethlehem, Israel

Panoramic View of Bethlehem, Israel. circa 1908

Background imageTerraces Collection: STEPPED LIFT / CAUTERETS

STEPPED LIFT / CAUTERETS
A stepped hydraulic lift at Cauterets in the Pyrenees, designed by Edoux. Date: 1881

Background imageTerraces Collection: MONTE CARLO / CASINO C1900

MONTE CARLO / CASINO C1900
Monte Carlo: the Casino and terraces Date: circa 1900

Background imageTerraces Collection: Te Tarata hot springs, Rotomahana, New Zealand

Te Tarata hot springs, Rotomahana, New Zealand
View of the Te Tarata hot springs by Lake Rotomahana, North Island, New Zealand -- thermal springs with encrusted terraces. Date: circa 1866

Background imageTerraces Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20101905

EyeUbiquitous_20101905
Indonesia, Bali, Ubud, Rice Terraces with workers in the paddies

Background imageTerraces Collection: 20083998

20083998
PERU Arequipa Chachani Mountain River Chili and valley. Chilli Travel

Background imageTerraces Collection: 20083997

20083997
PERU Arequipa Chachani Mountain River Chili and valley. Chilli Travel

Background imageTerraces Collection: England, West Sussex, Felpham, New terraced housing development

England, West Sussex, Felpham, New terraced housing development

Background imageTerraces Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20114025

EyeUbiquitous_20114025
Greece, Santorini, Oia, Overlooking the clifftop town

Background imageTerraces Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20114023

EyeUbiquitous_20114023
Greece, Santorini, Oia, Overlooking the clifftop town

Background imageTerraces Collection: Iran, Alborz Mountains, Traditional irrigated terraces. Farming

Iran, Alborz Mountains, Traditional irrigated terraces. Farming

Background imageTerraces Collection: 20084023

20084023
PERU Cusco Department Machu Picchu Inca ruins terraces visitor sitting on terrace and Huayna Picchu. Cuzco Travel Tourism Holiday Vacation Explore Recreation Leisure Sightseeing Tourist Attraction

Background imageTerraces Collection: 20084020

20084020
PERU Cusco Department Machu Picchu Inca ruins terraces and Huayna Picchu. Cuzco Travel Tourism Holiday Vacation Explore Recreation Leisure Sightseeing Tourist Attraction Tour Destination Machu Picchu

Background imageTerraces Collection: Grass, lawn, green subject

Grass, lawn, green subject
variety not identified Grass - Lawn Green subject

Background imageTerraces Collection: Boy riding his bicycle down a street in Cevannes, France

Boy riding his bicycle down a street in Cevannes, France
A young boy rides his bicycle down an old street in Cevannes, in south-central France. Can you spot the girl watching from the window? Date: 1991

Background imageTerraces Collection: Child cobbled street Stoke

Child cobbled street Stoke
A child runs down a cobbled back street of terraced houses in The Potteries, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. The winter sun is behind and the child casts a long shadow Date: 1987

Background imageTerraces Collection: Bath, from the private road leading to Prior Park, pub. 1793. Creator: J. Hassell (1767-1825) and J

Bath, from the private road leading to Prior Park, pub. 1793. Creator: J. Hassell (1767-1825) and J
Bath, from the private road leading to Prior Park, from A Picturesque Guide to Bath, Bristol Hot-Wells, the River Avon and the Adjacent Country, published 1793 (coloured aquatint)

Background imageTerraces Collection: Japan-British Exhibition - Garden of the Floating Isle

Japan-British Exhibition - Garden of the Floating Isle
Garden of the Floating Isle - The Japan-British Exhibition of 1910 took place at White City, London in Great Britain from 14 May 1910 to 29 October 1910. Date: 1910

Background imageTerraces Collection: acre, acreage, acres, agrarian, agricultural, agriculturally, agriculture, angustifolia

acre, acreage, acres, agrarian, agricultural, agriculturally, agriculture, angustifolia
Stone walls, Hvar Island, Croatia, Europe

Background imageTerraces Collection: Rice Terraces Cloud Reflection

Rice Terraces Cloud Reflection
Clouds reflection in Rice terraces at Yuanyang, China

Background imageTerraces Collection: evening; terraces; Mammoth Hot Springs; Yellowstone National Park; Wyoming; USA

evening; terraces; Mammoth Hot Springs; Yellowstone National Park; Wyoming; USA

Background imageTerraces Collection: Farmer plowing water filled rice terrace with water buffalo, Longsheng, Guangxi Province

Farmer plowing water filled rice terrace with water buffalo, Longsheng, Guangxi Province, China

Background imageTerraces Collection: Stadium, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA, early 20th century

Stadium, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA, early 20th century. Harvard Stadium opened in 1903. It remains the home of the universitys football team and, until 1984




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"From the Hanging Gardens of Babylon to Machu Picchu: Exploring Terraces Around the World" they have long been a marvel of human ingenuity and architectural prowess. Just like the iconic Hanging Gardens of Babylon, these elevated platforms adorned with lush greenery continue to captivate our imagination. In Peru's breathtaking Machu Picchu, terraces take on a whole new meaning as they blend seamlessly into the majestic landscape. Llamas roam freely, adding an enchanting touch to this ancient wonder that has stood the test of time. But terraces aren't limited to historical sites alone. In London's Blackstock Road, a peculiar sight awaits - a bus embedded in a house. This unique terrace arrangement showcases how creativity knows no bounds when it comes to utilizing space. Meanwhile, in Canberra, Australia, terraces take on a different form altogether - swimming pools. These modern oases offer respite from the scorching heat while providing stunning views of the cityscape. The island of Santorini in Greece boasts its own share of captivating terraced landscapes. Fira, perched atop cliffs overlooking the Aegean Sea, offers visitors an unforgettable experience as they wander through narrow streets lined with charming white-washed buildings and vibrant flowers adorning every terrace. On another continent lies Bingham Canyon Copper Mine in Utah. This colossal man-made excavation is an awe-inspiring testament to human engineering and resource extraction techniques that have shaped our world for centuries. Closer to home in Southport, England, beautifully manicured gardens grace residential areas where residents can enjoy peaceful moments surrounded by nature's beauty right at their doorstep. Back in Peru once again stands Machu Picchu with its mesmerizing view from below Huayna Picchu mountain. The intricate network of stone terraces cascades down steep slopes creating an otherworldly panorama that leaves visitors breathless. Whether it be ancient wonders or contemporary marvels like the Hanging Gardens, they have become a canvas for human expression.