Sentences with phrase «in coastal cliffs»

The temple itself is built just in front of a cave opening in the coastal cliffs.

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Granted, the salting process in your home kitchen isn't nearly as picturesque as the traditional method of salting and hanging fish on wooden scaffolding or spreading it on rocks to dry in the wind and sun on the cliffs of a beautiful coastal fishing village in Portugal, Italy or Southern France.

Beginning in 2002, they spent several weeks each year searching the coastal cliffs and the dried - up lagoon for signs of a harbor that might have sheltered merchant ships like those depicted in Hatshepsut's wall carvings.

Lesley Kool, a member of Rich's team, sits with me in a car overlooking the cliffs that line Flat Rocks, a coastal site in southeastern Australia.

It breeds in large colonies, building nests among boulders and crevices on coastal slopes and cliffs like this one at Kap Hoegh, Greenland.

Journeying down the Pacific Northwest coast, tracing the ragged line of the continent's western edge, you encounter some of the most spectacular scenery anywhere in the U.S.. From the forested shores of Washington, to Oregon's rugged coastal mountains, to the cliff - lined coves of northern California, there's a whole world of untamed beauty here.

And the conundrum for coastal engineers is that sediment can only come in large quantities from the processes of erosion — especially from fast - eroding cliff faces.

Released: April 14 Cast: Jason Schwartzman, Reggie Watts, Maya Rudolph, Lena Dunham Director: Dash Shaw Why it's great: The scraggly sketch style of acclaimed graphic novelist Dash Shaw comes to life in a teenage dream comedy about a coastal town high school that cascades off a cliff, drifts out to sea, and provokes a student - body class war.

In fact, at the vehicle's introduction, Mazda took the unusual step of letting us loose on demanding canyon roads — legendary stretches of tarmac that spaghetti over and adjacent to Southern California's spectacular coastal cliffs.

In between are a series of remote, wild, ragged cliff - lined beaches (the real thing), valleys, coastal f...

Exclusive and award - winning, Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island in South Australia, epitomises the Australian luxury experience providing more than just accommodation — expect beautiful guest rooms, a sanctuary of comfort, captivating coastal views, exceptional cuisine as well as a high level of professional intimate service.Located at Hanson Bay on Kangaroo Island's south west coast and treading lightly on scrub - covered cliffs above the pounding surf, this Kangaroo Island boutique hotel is an exquisite designer haven.

The immense sand blows and cliffs of coloured sands are part of the longest and most complete age sequence of coastal dune systems in the world and they are still evolving.

Walk amid the hundreds of playful pups, cows, and bulls that live along Seal Bay; explore rugged coastal cliffs with unique caves and rock formations; or traverse the island's rolling hills and eucalyptus forests in search of koalas, platypuses, spiny anteaters, kangaroos, and a dazzling array of birds.

The ride from Nice Airport is a pleasant tootle along the twisty N8 coastal road to the the tiny town of Théoule - sur - Mer, an area with lovely red rock inlets and where they say, the water quality around its cliffs is the best in Europe.

Visiting the island of Zante can lead you drive along the winding coastal cliffs, sample locally grown olives and relax in the beautiful natural landscapes.

Located on a sea cliff on a rugged stretch of coastal wilderness, it's a regular on best hotel lists around the world, and was in ranked fourth in the 2016 Travel + Leisure awards.

There are coastal walks on sandy beaches and cliff top tracks through colourful heathland — including the «Light to Light» walk in Ben Boyd National Park and a section of the «Wilderness Coast Walk» in Croajingolong National Park.

On the coastal cliff section that we walk along one day, there isn't another soul in sight.

In an effort to maintain continuous coastal scrub habitat, another key project action was controlling the highly invasive pampas grass that had colonized the cliff faces.

In general, sites begin on a beach, rock - covered shore or low coastal cliff, where near - shore shallows from 10 to 50 yards in width lead to the upper end of a sloping reef at depths of 25 to 30 feeIn general, sites begin on a beach, rock - covered shore or low coastal cliff, where near - shore shallows from 10 to 50 yards in width lead to the upper end of a sloping reef at depths of 25 to 30 feein width lead to the upper end of a sloping reef at depths of 25 to 30 feet.

Nests in large breeding colonies on steep coastal cliffs or offshore islands, often mixed with other auks and seabirds.

On a quiet perch in view of coastal cliffs that tower above the Pacific Ocean, The Spa at Torrey Pines is a destination defined by relaxation and revitalization.

Breakneck River Hike — Follow the Breakneck River through forest, woodland, mallee and coastal heath to a picturesque little beach, hemmed in by limestone cliffs.

Freezing temperatures yield a fresh take on other familiar — and relatively unfamiliar — park landscapes, from ice - coated coastal cliffs in Maine's Acadia National Park to the snow - covered forests of Sequoia & Kings Canyon in California.

The Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Australia is a spectacular coastal highway, most known for its incredible views of the ocean and majestic cliffs and rock formations.

Climb coastal cliffs, catch open - air movies or celebrate the humble pistachio — there's a festival for everything in Greece.

This beautiful coastal town sits perched on a towering cliff in its own mini bay within the larger Bay of Naples, and we spend seven nights here at the 4 - Star Hilton Sorrento Palace.

Twisting 72.3 miles from the Monterey County line in the south to Carmel River in the north, the drive is a destination unto itself and passes soaring coastal cliffs, pine - filled canyons and fields bedecked with wildflowers.

The Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland has lots of outdoor walks / hikes where you can encounter beautiful beaches, lovely lighthouses, wonderful waterfalls and captivating coastal cliffs.

This route follows the South Island's east coast and there are many opportunities to pop into a beach en route: take in the sublime estuary and coastal views at Waikuku beach, the rugged atmospheric beach at Amberley or the cliffs and bay at the small holiday township, Gore Bay.

Service: The Buceo Anilao is built into the coastal cliff and not reachable from the road, so our first contact was the friendly boat crew that would shuttle us in an outrigger boat to the resort.

What this course lacks in sea views, as offered by most of the ocean - facing and cliff - top golf courses along Bali's coastal resort areas, Handara Golf makes up for with its great combination of flowing bentgrass greens backed by lush shrubbery, tropical gardens and mountain panoramas, together with the cool mountain air that allows for pleasant rounds of golfing throughout the 18 - hole golf course.

With their lava - spewing volcanoes, lush valleys, glorious waterfalls and towering coastal cliffs, the beautiful islands of Hawaii, especially Kauai, boast some of the most dramatic scenery on earth, that set the perfect stage to end this epic journey in style.

This gorgeous nature reserve contains some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, pristine jungle, and winding paths over coastal cliffs.

There are complex hiking trails all over the cliffs that offer some of the most stunning coastal views in all of Italy.

To the west of Almunecar: Marina del Este - exclusive marina with smart restaurants and diving Herradura, a small, pleasant coastal resort known for wind - surfing Canuelo beautiful beach with a dramatic backdrop reached by a mini-bus service Cantarrijan, included in the very special marine nature reserve and suitable for nudism, this beach has car access down to a cliff - backed bay.

It is along this section of the Great Ocean Road the flat coastal plains terminate in a series of vertical cliffs, caverns, archways, blowholes and offshore rock stacks.

It's a perfect base for the wildflower season, picnics in Northampton's rolling hills and quiet waterways, lazing on beautiful beaches or exploring the wild coastal cliffs and Kalbarri National Park.

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It is along this section of the Great Ocean Road that the flat coastal plains end in a series of vertical cliffs, caverns, archways, blowholes and offshore rock stacks.

For the more adventurous holidaymakers there are quite a number of scenic walking / hiking trails in Protaras, coastal paths offering uninterrupted views from the cliffs of sea caves and ancient Roman ruins.

Tulum, a coastal citadel built on top of forty - foot cliffs overlooking the Caribbean Sea, was once a hub of maritime trade in the region.

No matter the season, scenic trails, unspoiled sand beaches, ocean cliff paths and quintessential Maine walks are plentiful and easily accessed in coastal Cape Elizabeth, just 7 miles south of Portland's small, vibrant port city.

Tulum has stunning and idyllic white sand beaches where you can find modern and chic hotels and high - end resorts in addition to cute and locally owned bed and breakfasts, beach cabanas and guesthouses (most of which come with a hefty price - tag) and expensive but adorable cafes, smoothie and juice bars, and upscale restaurants serving a variety of authentic Mexican and international cuisine; the unique and picturesque Mayan Ruins of Tulum perched atop a rocky cliff - side overlooking the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico; and the friendly, less touristy and small and charming coastal town with a laid - back, quiet and hippie - bohemian vibe and peaceful atmosphere and slow pace of life where you can find budget - friendly & unique accommodations (like hostels and bed and breakfasts in local neighbourhoods), the main avenue is lined with an assortment of souvenir shops selling colourful Mexican handicrafts, there are an abundance of fresh produce markets, and a range of local restaurants and eateries serving everything from inexpensive authentic Mexican cuisine (like 7 peso tacos) to fresh and locally caught seafood to a variety of moderately priced international cuisines.

This coastal drive — rich in over 2,500 acres of warm - sand beaches, dramatic cliffs, dunes dotted with evergreens and coastal rainforest — encourages you to slow down, smell the sea air and unwind.

The two Day Phillip Island tour builds on all the iconic experiences of Phillip Island such as the Nobbies and Penguin Parade, but adds in awesome coastal cliff top walks, visits to some of the beach surf beaches in Victoria, plus time to visit the chocolate factory, winery and you will have a chance to explore Cowes township on your own.

A guide helps you launch as you take off for the remote shores and sea cliffs in a spectacular coastal area known as «the Pali.»

Holidays to Villasimius have everything you could want from some relaxing time off in the sun; long white sandy beaches, hidden creeks, cliffs, breath taking views from the panoramic coastal road, ancient towers and unpolluted isles.

Located in the Los Angele port neighborhood of San Pedro, overlooking the Korean Friendship Bell and the coastal cliffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, this hostel in an old Army barracks is not too far from the LA Cruise Terminal, harbor tours and other harbor attractions, but remote and inconvenient to most tourist areas of LA.

In mural - dotted Elliston, head along the 14 kilometre (nine mile) Great Ocean Tourist Drive along the spectacular coastal cliffs above Waterloo Bay, a popular surfing spot.