A Hike On Oahu’s North Shore

Looking for a nice hike of a couple of hours while in Oahu? Head to the famous North Shore and Waimea Valley near Waimea Bay.

Waimea Falls, also known as Waihi Falls, is probably the most accessible falls on Oahu. It is located within Waimea Valley, which is a beautiful Hawaiian botanical garden featuring significant cultural and archaeological exhibits.
The Waimea Valley Trail is a two mile hike round-trip located near Haleiwa, Oahu, Hawaii that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels even those that are in wheelchairs. The trail is mostly on sidewalks and paved surface and is dedicated to hiking, walking, and nature tours and is open year-round.
The parks entry fee is $18 per person and there are a number of historic exhibits and a nice gift shop and gallery. Another option is to wear a swimsuit and take a swim under the falls. Visitors are required to wear provided life vests to swim in.
If you are also looking for a nice walking beach just a couple of miles west along Kamehameha Highway from the valley is Kawailoa Beach . It features a couple of miles of beautiful sand beach and beautiful views of the islands coast on the north shore.

Hiking At Amicalola Falls

One trail worth a drive can be found at the tip of the North Georgia Mountains, in Amicalola Falls State Park. Just 15 miles north of Dawsonville, Georgia and a little over an hours drive from Atlanta.

B&W Gallery 3, Western Landscapes

Black and white photo gallery of western American landscapes featuring Yellowstone, Utah National Parks, Grand Canyon.

Black and white gallery of western U.S. landscapes.
Black and white gallery of western U.S. landscapes.
Black and white gallery of western U.S. landscapes.
Black and white gallery of western U.S. landscapes.

Landscapes • B&W Gallery #2

Decades ago the photographer (amateur and professional) invested much more in the taking of the photograph considering that the process cost a not insignificant amount. Today it costs nothing.

Decades ago the photographer (amateur and professional) invested much more in the taking of the photograph considering that the process cost a not insignificant amount. Film, processing and printing all had costs.
The digital age has changed us. Photographs are now electrons on a chip and can be erased and visualized at will. There is literally no investment in taking a hundred images. Just erase the ones you don’t like. Digital photographs can be easily manipulated digital filters, making colors more vibrant, blurring backgrounds and cutting and pasting content.
The digital age has changed us. Photographs are now electrons on a chip and can be erased and visualized at will. There is literally no investment in money and probably little in time either.

Hong Kong’s Nan Lian Gardens – A Photo Essay

An oasis amidst skyscrapers in the middle of Hong Kong the Nan Lian Gardens features winding paths, waterfalls and koi ponds for an escape from the frantic streets in Hong Kong.

An oasis amidst skyscrapers in the middle of Hong Kong the Nan Lian Gardens features winding paths, waterfalls and koi ponds for an escape from the frantic streets in Hong Kong.
An oasis amidst skyscrapers in the middle of Hong Kong the Nan Lian Gardens features winding paths, waterfalls and koi ponds for an escape from the frantic streets in Hong Kong.
An oasis amidst skyscrapers in the middle of Hong Kong the Nan Lian Gardens features winding paths, waterfalls and koi ponds for an escape from the frantic streets in Hong Kong.
An oasis amidst skyscrapers in the middle of Hong Kong the Nan Lian Gardens features winding paths, waterfalls and koi ponds for an escape from the frantic streets in Hong Kong.
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