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The places behind the pictures

A world of
local perspectives.

Real places, seen through the eyes of independent photographers. These images celebrate the local context behind our country conversations.

Photography credits

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The Petronas Twin Towers rise above Kuala Lumpur's illuminated streets at blue hour.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Photograph by Jorge Láscar from Melbourne, Australia.

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CC BY 2.0

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Tokyo Tower and the surrounding Minato skyline in warm late afternoon light.

Tokyo, Japan

Photograph by David Kernan.

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CC BY 4.0

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The illuminated gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace under a blue evening sky in Seoul.

Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul

Photograph by Lunisaa.

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CC BY 4.0

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The pyramids of Giza rise from golden desert sand beneath a clear blue sky.

Giza, Egypt

Photograph by Ricardo Liberato.

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CC BY-SA 2.0

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Tower Bridge in warm golden light above the River Thames in London.

Tower Bridge, London

Photograph by The Cosmonaut.

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CC BY-SA 2.5 ca

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