Mario Goren Photography: Recently Added Galleries and Collections

Landscape

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Include Landscape, Seascape, Nightscape Photography

Berlin

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Oxford

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Oxford is a city, and the county town of Oxfordshire in South East Englnd. The city, made prominent by its medieval university, has a population of just under 165,000, with 151,000 living within the district boundary. The rivers Cherwell and Thames run through Oxford and meet south of the city centre. For a distance of some 10 miles (16 km) along the river, in the vicinity of Oxford, the Thames is known as The Isis.

Cardiff

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Cardiff is the capital largest city and most populous county of Wales. The city is Wales' chief commercial centre, the base for most national cultural and sporting institutions, the Welsh national media, and the seat of the National Assembly for Wales. According to recent estimates, the population is 324,800, while the wider metropolitan area has a population of nearly 1.1 million, more than a third of the total Welsh population.[ Cardiff is a significant tourism centre and the most popular visitor destination in Wales with 14.6 million visitors in 2009.

Publications, Awards and Mentions

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Courses and Workshops

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People

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Engagement
Wedding
First communion
Modeling
Family

Around Lyon

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Wildlife

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 01:49:20 GMT

Wildlife Photography

Chamonix

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Chamonix, France

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc or, more commonly, Chamonix is a commune in the Haute-Savoie department in the Rhône-Alpes region in south-eastern France. It was the site of the 1924 Winter Olympics, the first Winter Olympics. The commune's population of around 9,800 ranks 865th within the nation of France.
Situated near the massive peaks of the Aiguilles Rouges, Chamonix shares both the summit of Mont Blanc and the title of highest commune in France with its neighboring commune, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. The commune is well known and loved by skiers and by mountain enthusiasts of all types. Mont Blanc, at a height of 4,810 metres, is the third most visited natural site in the world. This lends the area a notably cosmopolitan atmosphere. With an area of 245 square kilometres, Chamonix is the fourth largest commune in mainland France.

Athens

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Athens, Greece

A cosmopolitan metropolis, Athens is central to economic, financial, industrial, political and cultural life in Greece and it is rated as an alpha- world city. In 2008, Athens was ranked the world's 32nd richest city by purchasing power and the 25th most expensive in a UBS study.
The heritage of the classical era is still evident in the city, represented by a number of ancient monuments and works of art, the most famous of all being the Parthenon, widely considered a key landmark of early Western civilization. The city also retains a vast variety of Roman and Byzantine monuments, as well as a smaller number of remaining Ottoman monuments projecting the city's long history across the centuries. Landmarks of the modern era are also present, dating back to 1830 (the establishment of the independent Greek state), and taking in the Hellenic Parliament (19th century) and the Athens Trilogy consisting of the National Library of Greece, the Athens University and the Academy of Athens. Athens was the host city of the first modern-day Olympic Games in 1896, and 108 years later it welcomed home the 2004 Summer Olympics. More recently even, Athens hosted the annual Bilderburg meeting in 2009.

Bridges Collection

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 21:07:42 GMT

Beautiful Bridges

Hydra, Poros and Aegina

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Hydra, Poros and Aegina, Greece

The Saronic Islands or Argo-Saronic Islands is an archipelago in Greece, named after the Saronic Gulf in which they are located, just off the Greek mainland. The main inhabited islands of this group are Salamis (where the ancient Greek navy defeated the Persians in the Battle of Salamis), Aegina, Angistri, and Poros. The islands of Hydra and Dokos, which lie off the northeast tip of the Peloponnese (technically between the Saronic Gulf and the Argolic Gulf), are sometimes included as part of the Saronic Islands. It is especially apt in describing Hydra and Dokos, which do not really lie in either gulf.

Cordoba

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Cordoba, Argentina

Córdoba is a city located near the geographical center of Argentina, in the foothills of the Sierras Chicas on the Suquía River.
The Universidad Nacional de Córdoba is the oldest university in Argentina. It was founded in 1613 by the Jesuit Order.
Córdoba has many historical monuments preserved from the times of Spanish colonialism, especially buildings of the Roman Catholic Church. The most recognizable is perhaps the Jesuit Block (Spanish: Manzana Jesuítica), declared in 2000 as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO which consists of a group of buildings dating from the 17th century, including the Montserrat School and the colonial university campus.

Montserrat

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Montserrat, Spain

Montserrat is a mountain near Barcelona, in Catalonia, Spain. It well known as the site of the Benedictine abbey, Santa Maria de Montserrat, which hosts the Virgin of Montserrat sanctuary and which is identified by some with the location of the Holy Grail in Arthurian myth.

Lake Garda and Lake Como

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Lake Garda and Lake Como, Italy

They are located in Northern Italy, about half-way between Venice and Milan. Glaciers formed this alpine region at the end of the last ice age. The lake and its shoreline are divided between the provinces of Verona (to the southeast), Brescia (southwest), and Trento (north).
Lake Como has been a popular retreat for aristocrats and wealthy people since Roman times, and a very popular tourist attraction, which boasts many artistic and cultural gems. It is famous for its numerous villas and palaces (such as Villa Olmo, Villa Serbelloni and Villa Carlotta).

Florence

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Florence, Italy

Is the capital city of the Italian region of Tuscany and of the province of Florence. It is the most populous city in Tuscany, with 367,569 inhabitants.
The historic centre of Florence attracts millions of tourists each year and was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1982.
Florence is arguably the last preserved Renaissance city in the world and is regarded by many as the art capital of Italy.
It has been the birthplace or chosen home of many notable historical figures, such as Dante, Boccaccio, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Niccolò Machiavelli, Brunelleschi, Michelangelo, Donatello, Galileo Galilei, Catherine de' Medici, Antonio Meucci, Guccio Gucci, Salvatore Ferragamo, Roberto Cavalli, Florence Nightingale and Emilio Pucci.

Milan

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Milan, Italy

An international and cosmopolitan city, 13.9% of Milan's population is from abroad.The city remains one of Europe's main transportation and industrial hubs, and Milan is the EU's 10th most important centre for business and finance (2009), with its economy (see economy of Milan) being the world's 26th richest by purchasing power.
Milan is recognised as a world fashion and design capital, with a major global influence in commerce, industry, music, sport, literature, art and media, making it one of GaWC's major Alpha world cities.

Vic

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Vic, Spain

Vic, the capital of the region of Osona, Barcelona, is located on the banks of the Meder river, in the vicinity of the impressive Sau reservoir. A Neoclassical cathedral dominates its secluded historic quarter, filled with attractions.During the Middle Ages, the city was divided into two sections: one surrounding the castle of Montcada and the other around the cathedral.

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Burano

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Burano, Italy

Burano is an island in the Venetian Lagoon, although like Venice itself it could more correctly be called an archipelago of islands linked by bridges. It lies near Torcello at the northern end of the Lagoon, and is known for its lacework.

Iquitos

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Iquitos, Peú

Iquitos is the largest city in the Peruvian rainforest, with a population of 370,962. It is the capital of Loreto Region and Maynas Province.
Located on the Amazon River, it is only 106 m (348 ft) above sea level, although it is more than 3,000 km (1,864 mi) from the mouth of the Amazon at Belém in Brazil, on the Atlantic Ocean.
The city can be reached only by airplane or boat, with the exception of a road to Nauta, a small town roughly 100 km (62 mi) south.
The wet season lasts from around November to May, with the river reaching its highest point in May. The river is at its lowest in October.

Costa Brava

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Costa Brava is a coastal region of northeastern Catalonia, Spain, in the comarques of Alt Empordà, Baix Empordà and Selva, in the province of Girona. Costa is the Catalan and Spanish word for 'coast', and Brava means 'rugged' or 'wild'. The Costa Brava stretches from Blanes, 60 km (37 mi) northeast of Barcelona, to the French border.

Cinque Terre

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The Cinque Terre is a rugged portion of coast on the Italian Riviera. It is in the Liguria region of Italy, to the west of the city of La Spezia. "The Five Lands" comprises five villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore.
The coastline, the five villages, and the surrounding hillsides are all part of the Cinque Terre National Park and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Otavalo and Cotacachi

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Otavalo and Cotacachi city in Ecuador

Otavalo is a largely indigenous town in the Imbabura Province of Ecuador. The town, which is in a valley, is surrounded by the peaks of Imbabura 4,630m, Cotacachi 4,995m, and Mojanda volcanoes.The indigenous Otavaleños are famous for weaving textiles, usually made of wool, which are sold at the famous Saturday market. Although the largest market is on Saturday, there is a very wide range of wares available throughout the week in the Plaza de los Ponchos, and the many local shops.

The canton of Cotacachi is frequented due to its proximity to Lake Cuicocha and for its authentic and affordable leather goods. More recently, Cotacachi has received attention for its progressive indigenous mayor, Auki Tituaña, and his efforts to revitalize the region through eco tourism

Carcassonne

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Carcassonne, France

Carcassonne is a fortified French town in the Aude department, of which it is the prefecture, in the former province of Languedoc.
It is separated into the fortified Cité de Carcassonne and the more expansive lower city, the ville basse. The folk etymology – involving a châtelaine named Carcas, a ruse ending a siege and the joyous ringing of bells ("Carcas sona") - though memorialized in a neo-Gothic sculpture of Mme. Carcas on a column near the Narbonne Gate, is of modern invention. The fortress, which was thoroughly restored in 1853 by the theorist and architect Eugène Viollet-le-Duc, was added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1997.

Lyon

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Lyon, France

Lyon is a major centre of business with a reputation as the French capital of gastronomy and having a significant role in the history of cinema due to Auguste and Louis Lumière. The local professional football team, Olympique Lyonnais, has increased the profile of Lyon internationally through participation in European football championships.

Budapest

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Budapest, Hungary

Is the capital of Hungary and the largest city of Hungary, it serves as the country's principal political, cultural, commercial, industrial, and transportation centre.

Avignon

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Avignon, Frace

The city is well known for its Palais des Papes (Palace of the Popes), where several popes and antipopes lived from the early 14th to early 15th centuries.

Cotopaxi

mariogoren@live.com (Mario Goren Photography) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Parque Nacional Cotopaxi, Ecuador

Cotopaxi National Park (Spanish: Parque Nacional Cotopaxi) is a protected area in Ecuador situated in the Cotopaxi Province, Napo Province and Pichincha Province. The volcano that lends its name to the park is located within its boundaries.
Cotopaxi is located an hour and a half south of Quito.