Sørlandet

Sørlandet, l is the idyllic southern region of Norway, widely celebrated as the country's premium summer holiday destination. It is the geographical region along the Skagerrak coast of southern Norway.  Known for its mild weather, rocky archipelagos, and charming coastal towns, it serves as a stark, sun-drenched contrast to the dramatic fjords of western Norway. The regional lifestyle revolves heavily around the sea, boating, and distinctive architecture.

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Date: June 24

Wolves

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Date: May 18

Le Pal

Le PAL amusement park and zoo in France is home to a breeding group of Asian elephants, which reside in a state-of-the-art habitat called Le Delta des Éléphants. The park completely redesigned its elephant environment into a massive 2-hectare wetland ecosystem to prioritize animal welfare and immersive education. There are currently 4 adult elephants: females Acra, Kaveri and Nina and male Kanvar.

A souvenir from my trip!
Date: June 12

Aranđelovac

Aranđelovac is a town and municipality located in the Šumadija District of central Serbia. It is known for it's spa (Bukovička Banja ), surrounding mountains (Bukulja and Venčac), and the open-air sculpture museum within the spa park. The town is also historically significant as the place where Prince Miloš Obrenović established a settlement in 1837. This postcard shows the iconic Staro Zdanje in Aranđelovac, beautifully lit under a starlit sky.

Staro Zdanje is a historic 19th-century palace located in the Bukovička Banja park. Once one of the most beautiful buildings in Serbia, this palace stands abandoned in a park. It stands as one of the finest remaining examples of Serbian romantic architecture.

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Date: June 7

Moulins Cathedral

Moulins Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in the historic heart of Moulins, Allier, France. It is famous for its striking blend of medieval and 19th-century architecture, as well as its priceless Renaissance treasures. The cathedral is the seat of the Bishop of Moulins. It is a national monument. The cathedral contains two distinct building phases four centuries apart. It was constructed as a collegiate church in the Flamboyant style at the end of the 15th century. In 1822 it was made a cathedral. To this a neo-Gothic nave, designed by the architects Lassus and Millet, was added at the end of the 19th century.

A souvenir from my trip to Moulins!
Date: June 16

Shin Shin & Xiang Xiang

Giant Pandas Shin Shin & Xiang Xiang, mother and daughter at Ueno Zoo, Tokyo. Xiang Xiang was born in June 2017 and returned to China in February 2023.

The last remaining giant pandas, beloved twin cubs Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, were officially returned to China in late January 2026 after their loan agreement expired. This departure marked a historic transition, leaving Japan without giant pandas for the first time since 1972.

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Date: June 19

Henry Vilas Zoo

The Henry Vilas Zoo is one of ten remaining free zoos in North America. It is home to over 650 animals from all over the world and features over 115 species, 20 of which are considered endangered and vulnerable.

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Date: June 11

Giant Panda

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Date: June 6

The Sungai Palas Tea Plantation

Sunrise over Sungai Palas tea plantation in Cameron Highlands with child girl tribal, Pahang.

The Sungai Palas Tea Plantation is Malaysia's largest and most iconic tea estate, located in the cool, rolling hills of the Cameron Highlands, Pahang. Founded in 1929, this sprawling estate is world-renowned for its signature modern visitor center, overhanging viewing decks, and panoramic views of terraced green tea fields.

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Date: June 6

Monkey Family

The long-tailed macaque s Malaysia's most common primate. Also known as the crab-eating macaque, it lives in forests, mangroves, and urban edges across Peninsular Malaysia and Borneo. They are highly adaptable and eat fruits, leaves, and human food.

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Date: June 15

Maastricht

From a meetup in Maastricht. Thank you Mieke!
Date: June 27

Oga Aquarium GAO

Oga Aquarium GAO is a popular public marine complex located on the scenic rocky coastline of the Oga Peninsula in Akita Prefecture, Japan. It houses approximately 10,000 marine creatures across 400 different species, offering an immersive look into local and global aquatic life.

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Date: June 25