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Peshawar Pakistan

For the past two years, the Taliban's terrorist attacks have claimed more than 2000 victims in Pakistan. These attacks are mostly located in the North-West Frontier Province (NWFP) and its capital, Peshawar, where many deaths are caused by road-side bombs. The population is suffering and public opinion is putting the blame on the American military policy.
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Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine, also known as TCM, includes a range of cultural medicinal practices including herbal medicine, acupuncture, moxibustion, and vacuum cupping. TCM is largely based on the philosophical concept that the human body is a small universe with a set of complete and sophisticated interconnected systems, and that those systems work in balance to maintain the healthy function of the human body.
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Antarctic Drama

Antarctica is home to 90% of all the worlds ice, 70% of which is freshwater. The ice creates a dramatic backdrop against which live a remarkable diversity of sea life, including killer whales, nesting birds, the world's largest seals, Elephant seals, and Adélie penguins which have a counter-current system in their legs that keep their feet above freezing. These and many other amazing animals create our Antarctic drama.
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Thomas Pickard's Travel Images

Whether capturing magnificent aerial shots of exotic islands or getting up-close and personal with wildlife in the arctic, Aurora Photographer Thomas Pickard documents his subjects' beauty and originality in a dynamic and captivating way. Thomas has traveled to 35 countries, working extensively in the Arctic, India, Maldives, New Zealand, and Thailand.
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Trek to Nepal

Eighteen years ago Whit Richardson made his first trek toNepal. His experience not only helped him define what was important in life, but it also set him on the path to becoming a photographer. This year Whit revisited Nepal treking into Annapurna base camp, then rafting on the Tamur river, and finishing with a trek along the Helambu circuit. Take in the beauty and serenity that is Nepal.
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Earth Day 2010

40 years ago Gaylord Nelson believed that education was the key to changing people's attitudes towards the environment and so he founded Earth Day to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth's environment. This year, show your love for the earth by planting, protect and preserving our greatest resource.
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Down 'n Dirty

With mud season just around the corner the best way to enjoy the outdoors is to simply jump on in and get dirty. Let Aurora help lead the jump off with our muddiest outdoor imagery.
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Aging with Grace

Studies have proven that being active and staying active help with the physical and mental challenges of aging. Following a passion such as playing music, riding a bike, or being with family can help to age with grace.
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Remembering Christian Poveda

French photojournalist and documentary film-maker, Christian Poveda worked his whole life documenting politically contentious or dangerous subjects that others wouldn't touch. He is most notably known for his film La Vida Loca, which documented the lives of the El Salvador gang Mara, and led to his death in September of last year.
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Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan, the world's ninth biggest country, has gained recent attention due to its oil and from the fictional movie character Borat, a pseudo Kazakh. Yet very few have really explored this country of vastly varied attractions. Trek on foot or by horse in the spectacular Altay Mountains, watch flamingos on steppe lakes, or discover mysterious underground mosques near the Caspian Sea.
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Recycling in Greece

Greece is embarking on a long-term plan to overhaul its waste management practices. New technologies that meet the demand for disposal, energy generation, recycling, and building new, closed-loop systems that limit waste generation are needed to deal with an increasing burden of waste and recyclable materials.
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Hungry Horse Montana

At the far end of Montana, in middle America, lies the little town of Hungry Horse. Many of the towns 900 inhabitants work in other towns of the valley or are unemployed. Drug usage is a common escape from the loneliness and boredom of life, while others, leave school to join the army as an alternative way out.
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Berlin

Berlin, the capital and largest city in Germany, is a major center for culture, politics, media and science in Europe. The city is recognized for its festivals, diverse architecture, nightlife, contemporary arts, extensive public transportation networks as well as a high quality of living.
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Ostalgie Berlin

Since 1989, a generation of young Germans has come of age without lasting memories of life in communist East Germany, yet a powerful sense of separation remains lodged in the country’s collective consciousness. Today, in 'Ostalgie' Berlin, a commercial market has developed with a somewhat blurred vision of the past, and without serious commemoration of the victims of the Communist regime.
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NYC Home Schooling

Home schooling is a growing phenomenon in the US, where families make increasing use of a variety of study and teaching materials available via on-line research. Parents are able to pick and choose the methods that work best for them, their educational philosophies, and their children's needs.
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Somalia's Struggle Continues

Somalia has not had an effective central government since 1991, when the former government was toppled by clan militias that later turned on each other. Somalia remains a raging battle zone today, with jihadists pouring in from overseas, intent on toppling the transitional federal government, TFG.
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Musicality

From strings to winds, brass to drums, instruments and the music they produce are as diverse as the cultures from which they derive. Aurora Photos brings sight to sound with a diverse collection of musical imagery from around the world.
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Norway's Arctic Wildlife

Join Steven Kazlowski, as he journeys through Norway documenting arctic life for GHG, the coalition of science, environmental, nature, and documentary photographers who have spent the last several years focused on greenhouse gas emissions and the effects of those emissions on our planet.
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Afton Almaraz's NYC Reflection

“Not having lived in New York for very long, I felt compelled to try and tackle a long-term personal project that expresses the cultural fabric and attractions that define the city today." This work in progress comes from Aurora contributing photographer, Afton Almaraz.
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Gear Tested, Aurora Approved

Aurora takes the current outdoor apparel, textiles, and goods to the test to ensure high quality imagery every time. Check out these new fresh images from the outdoor collection.
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Expression Through Dance

From ballet to break-dancing, tango to tap, dancing has been an important part of ceremony, rituals, celebrations and entertainment since the earliest human civilizations. Close your eyes, listen to the music, and let the rhythm move you. Then open your eyes and check out these great images of dance from Aurora Photos.
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Spa Life

From September 2008 to May 2009, Matthew Wakem and his wife Maria embarked on an 9-month personal photography project documenting high-end destination spas throughout Asia. The countries on their itinerary included India, Sri Lanka,Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Indonesia. The Wakems’ main goal was to create a visual database of Asian holistic spa treatments and premiere resorts.
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Adventure in South America

Historical relics, architectural and natural wonders, a diverse range of foods and culture, vibrant and colorful cities, and stunning landscapes attract millions of tourists every year to South America.
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Care and Relief

In times of trouble, health professionals, organizations, and volunteers generously provide care and give relief to restore and revitalize individuals and international communities. There humanitarian efforts draw attention to the global need for advanced aid systems and treatments for all people.
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Tipping Point

These days it seems as though the need to simplify and begin anew is growing more and more apparent. With a continually growing population and limited resources a tipping point is inevitable. But, in the face of collapse comes new opportunities to work together to rebuild for a just and sustainable future.
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Roadtrip to Baja California

Colorful deserts, endless beaches, fish tacos, and mariachi music are just a few treasures to be found in Baja California. Whether your style is luxurious or minimal, Baja offers a variety of activities for any type of traveler. Roadtrip to Baja with Aurora Photos.
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Spread the Love

At Aurora we believe in spreading the love. That's why we have put together a lightbox of images that reflect and define love. Love for you, from us. You can thank us later.
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Surf. Skate. Snow. Ride.

Gear up for ASR with actions shots from the slopes to the streets with Aurora Photos.
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Natural Gas

In the past, natural gas was almost always a byproduct of producing oil but now it is being sought after as a clean, safe and useful energy source. Drilling for natural gas, which is becoming increasingly popular in the US, has raised many concerns including the contamination of groundwater supplies used for drinking and agriculture.
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Kabul Today

Afghanistan's capital, Kabul is a refuge for many who flee from violence in search of a peaceful life and economic opportunities. However, the city has been repeatedly struck by suicide bombers and rocket attacks that usually kill more Afghan civilians than foreign soldiers. It is a harsh reality with little respite.
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Salmon Country

From the mountains of Alaska to the coast of California salmon are a biological phenomena that bind the entire region together. In recent years salmon runs have been devastated due to dramatic changes in their ecosystems. The nature conservancy is working to protect salmon and the habitats.
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The Chilean Huaso

Like the gauchos, their colleagues east of the Andes, the Chilean huasos are skilled horsemen, honing their skills daily. Over the years, the huaso has come to signify much of the Chilean folkloric culture, and he is a vital part of parades, fiestas, and holidays.
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White and Black

With free research, an extensive archive, and friendly customer service we like to think finding the right image for your campaign at Aurora Photos is as simple as black and white. If only everything else in this world were too...
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Black and White

Bhutan: Land of the Thunder Dragon

As a landlocked nation in South Asia, The Kingdom of Bhutan was once one of the most isolated nations in the world. New technologies have brought Bhutan closer to the modern world. However, the nation takes great measures to preserve it's traditional culture, identity and environment. Journey with Aurora Photographer, Holly Wilmeth, as she travels through the land of the thunder dragon.
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Rio Beach

The beach plays a big part in the minds of the people in Rio de Janeiro. It's not merely a place to absorb the sun's ray. It's a social circus, an important venue for sports and even business dealings. It's a people-watcher's paradise.
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Miss Plastic Hungary 2009

The first ever beauty contest for women who had plastic surgery took place in Budapest, Hungary. Hundreds of women registered to compete for the crown and the luxurious prizes. Any women who had had a beauty plastic operation on her body could enter.
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Bring in the Fish

Aboard the MERVA W out of San Francisco two fishermen in their sixties are passing the torch to three young newcomers in their twenties. The new generation is focusing on value rather than volume. The future belongs the entrepreneurial and adaptable, to make a living harvesting the ocean.
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Ikea Town

Sixty years ago,Ingvar Kamprad was seventeen years old and sold matches. Kampgrad quickly founded his own company selling pens, furniture, socks... He names it Ikea, an acronym of his initials, that of his village and that of his farm. The legend is born. Today, Ikea has 267 stores in 35 countries, and revenue of 21 Billion euros.
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Dubailand

The announcement of Dubai's debt problems questions the achievement of its gigantic architectural projects. In Dubailand only two attractions are open, the Autodrome, and the Al Sahra Desert Resort. The workers who were in charge of making this dream come true are leaving the place empty.
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A Colorful Harvest

The 40-acre Old Colony Bog was started around 1886 in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts. The bog produces two kinds of cranberries, the Early Black and Howes varieties. According to owner, Craig Williams. the bog still contains about 75 percent of the original plants.
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Illegal Workers in Russia

Illegal worker from Uzbekistan does ablution before the Friday prayer. Illegal migrant workers mostly from former Soviet republics in Central Asia find shelter in ragged shacks cobbled together from particleboard and scraps of sheet metal and lumped together to form ghettos like the one here in Chelobityevo on the outskirts of Moscow.
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Spearfish

No need to hold your breath. Aurora Photos goes beyond the surface with great spearfishing images from down below. Dive into the archive now!
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History, and tradition mix with technology

With over 4 million people this 500 year old city blends history and tradition with new arrivals; a major hub for the information technology industry in India and the world's largest film studio, the Ramoji Film City as well as the Telugu Film Industry, the second-largest, known popularly as Tollywood.
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Teuquelín

Teuquelín is a tiny island near Chiloé in the south of Chile. The only people who live in Teuquelín are of the Peranchiguay family, who arrived about 200 years ago. They live completely isolated from the outside world.
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Heart Hanging Heart

For chronically ill children, the Double H Ranch is a special retreat from their difficult realities. It provides specialized programs and year-round support for children dealing with life-threatening illnesses and their families. Children with devastating illnesses such as sickle cell anemia, HIV, cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy are given a week of what seems to them like an eternity ﬁlled with activities they would never experience between hospital visits at home.
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The Spark of Hope: Healing and Reconciliation in Modern Rwanda

In late February 2007, photographer Chris Noble accompanied the artist and social activist Lily Yeh and members of her organization, the Barefoot Artists, as they visited their most extensive and ambitious project — the Genocide Survivor's Survivors' Village of Rugerero in western Rwanda. His role was to document Yeh’s work in Rwanda, as well as produce portraits of the genocide survivors (no apostrophe) living in Rugerero.
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Hanks Aero Adventures

Hanks Aero Adventures is a company that organizes and leads flying safaris through southern Africa. Photographer Adrian Bailey joined one of these trips as it went through Botswana's Okavango Delta.
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Yawar Festival

Every year, during Peru’s Independence Day, the Blood Fest is celebrated in the highland communities of Apurimac. This celebration symbolizes the clash between the indigenous people (condor) and the Spaniards (bull).
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Acharnai Olympic Village

The “glorious Olympic village” in Acharnai hosted 17,000 athletes from all around the world during the 2004 Athens Olympics. Six months after the end of the Olympic games, it was transformed into an outlying suburb. Most buildings and houses were assigned by OEK, the Worker's Housing Organization, as primary residences for beneficiary families. Everything else that is taken for granted by most citizens, like banks, shopping malls, bars and restaurants, are a long distance away. All the plans for development of the village were not realized.
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Introducing AWL

We are pleased to announce our newest partnership with AWL, market leading supplier of premium travel images from over 200 countries.
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Connect With Pets

Chirp, tweet, purr, yelp, hiss, cluck. Aurora Photos provides great images that connect people to animals, with no translation necessary.
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Mornos Lake: Water Shortage

For many years, Athens has been facing water problems. The massive migration of the rural population to the capital in the 1970's increased the need for adequate water supplies. The solution was the construction, in the early 1980's, of Mornos Dam and the creation of Mornos Lake. Unfortunately, dry seasons and excessive water waste have reduced Mornos Lake's reserves causing great concern for the people of Athens.
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Tihama: The Other Yemen

Nestling at the foot of the famous Yemeni summits, the coastal plain of Tihama meets the Red Sea. Though Tihama has lost some of its grandeur, its contrast to the rest of Yemen is fascinating. With its sculpted cities of a glorious past and its abandoned villages of decorated huts, this little known region is pushing to stay alive.
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Shanghai

Photographer Christopher Herwig's series of images deals with the ultra modern city of Shanghai. Focusing on its new and ambitious developments, it prepares itself to host the 2010 World Expo. His explorations include traveling to a traditional silk factory in the nearby city of Suzhou and the ancient canal village of Xitang.
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Gansu

Gansu is a Chinese province located in the Northwest of the country. Aurora photographer, Christopher Herwig, took a trip along the old silk route. His series of images explores the province's capital Lanzhou, a city of 5 million along the Yellow River, the outpost fortress of Jiayuguan, and the deserts around Dunhuang.
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Xinjiang

Xinjiang is a Chinese province located in the far North West of the country. The Uyghur Autonomous Region has seen ethnic unrest in the form of riots between muslim Uyghurs and Han Chinese in the Summer of 2009, mainly in the capital of Urumqi. This series of images follows a trip along the old silk route and with the day to day life in the province's capital Urumqi, the desert oasis's of Turpan and Khotan, and the market towns of Kashgar, Yarkand and Kucha.
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Taoudeni Salt Mine

For centuries, Timbuktu in Mali has been living on the trade of salt coming from the mines of Taoudeni, a town just north of the city. They are working in the mines to pay back their debts to wealthy merchants in Timbuktu. They live in isolation and work in treacherous conditions. Yet, they cannot get out of the cycle of debt.
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Life of Lignite and Cinder

While most European countries are getting closer to alternative sources of energy such as sun and wind, there exists in Northerwestern Greece the most polluting power station of Europe, according to the World Wildlife Fund. This power station produces as much pollution as 3.3 million cars. Greece ranks second in Europe in lignite production and sixth in the world.
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Working Towards Peace in Chad

Since it’s independence in 1960, Chad seems to be locked in a destiny where power is taken at gunpoint and war is always on the horizon. Nevertheless, the streets of N’Djamena are filling up with public works, oil money is flowing, avenues are tarred, buildings are rising and farmers are attending to their job. As 11 million Chadians face enormous struggles from war and underdevelopment, they push forward with the hope for permanent peace in Chad.
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Lamalera: Whale Hunting Village

The Indonesian whale hunter village, Lamalera, mostly exists in the prayers of the Christian people of Lamalera. Lamalera's people have survived for hundreds of years only by the sea and it's fruits: little fish, manta, bottlenose dolphin and the fervently hoped for whale.
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Extreme Ski

Drop into our extreme ski collection. Real athletes, real action, real photography.
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Roma Displacement in Serbia

In August 2009, the government of Belgrade, Serbia began enforcing the resettlement of Roma from camps under the Gazela Bridge. Photographer Matt Lutton’s imagery documents the plight of impoverished people in a struggling nation.
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Bill Pickett Rodeo

In 2009, the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo celebrates it's 25th Anniversary. The essence of the rodeo is to educate people from all over the world about the story of African American cowboys and cowgirls. More than 8,000 Black cowboys rode in the great Western cattle drives of the late 1860’s. The legendary Bill Pickett was the first black athlete to be honored in the Rodeo Hall of Fame in Oklahoma City in 1971.
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East Germany Change

In November 1989, photographer Stefan Enders photographed the fall of the Berlin Wall. This was not only a great historic day, it was a day for him as a Western German to remember.
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Malaria in Sierra Leone

Malaria is the number one killer of children and is hyperendemic in Sierra Leone. Currently, there is a promising vaccine being tested in Africa. In a trial, 65% of the infants vaccinated were less likely to contract malaria than a control group. If successful, the vaccine will be licensed in 2011.
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Antique Planes

Aurora Photographer, Richard Hallman, takes flight with these pictures of antique aircraft from the Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum in Hood River, Oregon. Soar, dive, glide and spin with Aurora Photos.
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20th Anniversary: Fall of the Berlin Wall

November 2009 marks the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. Long regarded as an iconic symbol of the Eastern Bloc, the wall fell after the seemingly unrelated act by Hungary to remove its border defenses with Austria on August 1989.
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New Europe

2009 marks twenty years since the events which led to the disintegration of the communist system in Central and Eastern Europe. Almost 50 years of communist indoctrination had been imprinted in the landscape, economy and mentality of people. It is now clear that the relative homogeneity of the socialist Central and Eastern Europe is on the decline. This part of Europe is increasingly diversifying. Photographer Łukasz Trzciński tried to portray this New Europe through the prism of local attitudes which reflect the history and the current reality of a given country and yet are representative of the region as a whole.
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Human Trafficking in India

In August 2009 photographer Justin Vela began a new long term project on human trafficking with a series of images made in India’s Bihar state which runs along the eastern border with Nepal. In Bihar, parents often unintentionally sell their children to traffickers believing they are sending them away to learn new skills and improve their lives in big cities.
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Sustainable Prisons

The Sustainable Prisons Project is a partnership of the Washington State Department of Corrections and The Evergreen State College. Their mission is to reduce the environmental, economic and human costs of prisons by training offenders and correctional staff in sustainable practices. Equally important, they bring science into prisons by helping scientists conduct ecological research and conserve biodiversity through projects with offenders, college students and community partners.
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The Fall of the Berlin Wall

Having decided to photograph West Berlin in 1979, Stéphane Duroy also wanted to understand Germany, the country that gave birth to Nazism, a unique phenomenon in history, generated by such a civilized nation. In 1989, ten years later, he took pictures of the fall of the Berlin wall.
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The Vibrant City of Cairo

Experience Cairo through the eyes of Pascal Meunier. He takes you through a city that is firmly attached to it's historical roots, but home to a vibrant modern society.
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Iraqi Refugees Struggle in the US

In the past three years, about 26,000 Iraqi refugees have arrived in the United States. Many refugees thought they would never be struggling in America, but most are having a hard time finding work and making ends meet. For many refugees, their dream of living in the US has turned into a nightmare of dwindling benefits, money running out, and eviction notices piling up.
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Mostar Divers

Divers and tourists meet at Mostar's famous Old Bridge (Stari Most) in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This bridge is the city and region's biggest tourist attraction and there are buses full of tourists coming in from Sarajevo and Dubrovnik, Croatia. For 25 euros, tourists can train to jump from the bridge themselves, under supervision from the "professional" Mostar divers known as the Mostari.
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Iraqi Refugees in Denmark

Many Iraqi refugees travel through Denmark to reach Sweden, one of few European countries that will still grant asylum to Iraqis. Having undertaken grueling journeys across the continent, often paying vast sums of money to smugglers, some end up in Danish refugee centers where they wait indefinitely for asylum in a country which has tightened immigration laws in recent years.
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North Korea

Photographer Ake Ericson documented the totalitarian state of North Korea. It's citizens, and the few tourists who are let into the country, are strictly controlled. To be able to enter the country and take pictures requires ingenuity.
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German Democratic Republic in the 80's

Photographer Jens Rötzsch caught the mood of a country heading for a revolution and captured the faces of the GDR in the 1980's.
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Camp Bucca

Thousands of Iraqis were held without charge by the United States at Camp Bucca on suspicion of links to insurgents or militants. By September 2009, many detainees were released because there was little or no evidence against them and Camp Bucca closed down Detainee Operations. The U.S. is preparing to turn over its detention system to the fledgling Iraqi government by early 2010.
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Images of the German Democratic Republic

Photographer Wolfgang Kunz documented over 30 years of life in the GDR. He documented daily life in the German Democratic Republic between 1960 and 1982. He photographed things from daily living like music bands, school classes, soldiers and working people to some impressions from the Post-war East Germany.
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Niger Desertification

During the past 50 years, the desert in Yerimaran, Goudoumaria, Niger, Africa, has been growing. In the past 6 years, the desert has continued to advance so rapidly that villagers' ways of life are changing along with government programs being implemented.
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Cuba Daily Life

The classic images of this Caribbean Island are what draws in two million tourists each year. You can hear lively music being played, smell the rum and cigars, and feel the joie de vivre. But the fact that many Cubans are struggling to get by shows another reality of this country.
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The Bolivian Mennonites

In Bolivia, a Mennonite settlement of 37 families was established between 1954 and 1957 in the neighborhood of the city of Santa Cruz, in the fertile plains east of the Andes Mountains. Mennonites follow the teachings of Menno Simons, a 16th Century religious leader from what is now the Netherlands. Their community lives traditionally, shunning modern technology and it’s ability to distract them from the path of Christ. It's estimated that there are around 15,400 Mennonites in Bolivia.
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Bike to Work

Aurora Photographer, Woods Wheatcroft, set out to the streets to document people who ride their bikes to work daily. Save gas, get fit, and take a ride through our archive at Aurora Photos.
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Quirky Outdoors

Some where over the rainbow there is an agency that still represents creativity in full color. Relieve yourself from the same ole' same ole'. Introducing fresh perspecitves from Aurora's outdoor adventure photographers.
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Mercato natalizio

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Sergio Ballivian's Travel Imagery

Travel the world through the lens of Aurora photographer Sergio Ballivian. From New Zealand to Bolivia, Sergio gives us a unique perspective with breathtaking views.
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Experience Morocco

Morocco, located on the Northwest coast of Africa, is a country rich in natural beauty and stunning places. From the breathtaking landscapes of the Sahara desert and Atlas mountains to the ancient medinas filled with spice and craft shops, Morocco is a magical travel destination for all of your senses.
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Rebirth of Tourism in Native Country

A new generation of Native American entrepreneurs are making their influence felt in tourism with a renewed focus on authenticity. They are managing monuments and parks of the southwest from historic Acoma Pueblo, a mesa-top citadel dating back to the 12th century, to Canyon de Chelly and Monument Valley in Navajo country. Though these destinations are frequented by far more foreigners than Americans, they are of the fabric of western history.
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Marina Orlova

Marina Orlova was a young, unremarkable Russian woman who graduated from state university and taught high school English. She moved from Moscow to Los Angeles to work as an au pair. A friend told her about youtube and she launched a website to teach the masses about the origin of English words. Her web casts looked amateurish and dull at first, but she polished up her routine and got her body in shape. Two years later, Marina Orlova is an internet sensation.
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Micro Loans in DR Congo

Aurora Photographer, Jason Florio, photographed and interviewed entrepreneurs in DR Congo. By providing very poor families with small loans to invest in their micro enterprises, FINCA’s Village Banking empowers them to create their own jobs, raise their incomes, build assets, and increase their families’ well-being.
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Riding Rails

Scenic, comfortable and green, train travel is a great way to get from one destination to the next. Hop on board with Aurora Photos, for a ride along the rails.
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Sacred Object Portraits

Aurora photographer, Holly Wilmeth, has traveled the world documenting found objects in different people's homes. Uncover more treasures that lie within our Creative Collection.
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Fall of the Berlin Wall: 20th Anniversary

November 9, 2009 is the 20th Anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. The wall was a physical barrier built by the German Democratic Republic (GDR) to separate East and West Germany. The Berlin Wall became the starkest symbol of the Cold War, symbolizing the Iron Curtain between Western Europe and the Eastern Bloc. The collapse of the Wall came when a revolutionary wave swept across Germany in 1989.
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The Road from Manali to Leh

The road from Manali to Leh is 475 km long and winds its way through the barren mountains of Northern India. Closed over the winter months due to winter snows, the road opens each year during the short summer season. For travelers, the road is a rough and dusty drive by jeep or bus along a road that is known for it's perilous blind corners, steep unforgiving drop-offs and headache inducing high-altitude mountain passes, such as Tanglang-La Pass at 5,360 metres.
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Orphans of Swaziland

The HIV/AIDS pandemic has affected almost every family in the Kingdom of Swaziland. The Country has the highest percentage of HIV-positive people in the world, with nearly 36% of those between the ages of 15 and 49 living with HIV. The issue of greatest concern is the number of orphans in Swaziland. With orphans in a country of just more than one million people, an estimated 220,000 people are living with HIV. More than 70,000 children have been orphaned by AIDS.
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Dinners on the Farm

Prairie Fruits Farm in Illinois hosts dinners on the farm throughout the growing season. They feature all-local ingredients, and emphasize the diversity of food grown in central Illinois. These dinners offer an experience that makes the distance from field to plate about as short as it can possibly be, which is exactly the point. The farm dinner trend has experienced a surge from coast to coast over the last few years and continued to be popular this harvest season.
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The Fiestas of Zumbahau

In the ice cold Ecuadorian Páramo, the fiestas of Zumbahau echo off the steep canyon walls. The poor farmers save for years in order to throw giant parties. When the fiesta comes they spend everything they have saved and party for days. During this wild rage of festivities one will find that Catholic and pre-Colombian beliefs have been seamed together. Dancers representing the ancient Andean sun god move through the fiesta to the hypnotic rhythm of giant drums. Mother Mary and Mother Earth become one and the Indigenous people of the Andes celebrate the rituals they have been practicing for years.
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Capturing Wind

Clean, renewable and reliable; Wind, is an ever-growing energy resource powering millions of homes and businesses throughout the world. Harness the power of wind technology through images from Aurora Photo’s Green Collection.
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Hanging Out Mt. Washington Style

Experience 6,288 feet through the eyes of Aurora President, Jose Azel. Gear up and get ready for the extreme.
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