RUSSIA - Tomsk

Thanks to Sveta for the card.

"Tomsk Oblast (Russian: То́мская о́бласть, Tomskaya oblast) is a federal subject of Russia (an oblast). It lies in the southeastern West Siberian Plain, in the southwest of the Siberian Federal District. Its administrative center is the city of Tomsk. Population: 1,047,394 (2010 Census).

The development of the territory which now constitutes the oblast began in the early 17th century. Tomsk itself was founded in 1604. Most of the oblast's 316,900 square kilometers (122,400 sq mi) territory is inaccessible because it is covered with taiga woods and swamps."

CURACAO - Greetings from Curacao

It bring much joy to find this new postcard in my mailbox today,  Curacao an island country comes as #158.

"Curaçao is an island country in the southern Caribbean Sea, approximately 65 kilometres  north of the Venezuelan coast, that is a constituent country (Dutch: land) of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Formally called the Country of Curaçao,  it includes the main island and the uninhabited island of Klein Curaçao ("Little Curaçao"). It has a population of over 150,000 on an area of 444 km2) and its capital is Willemstad.

Before the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles on 10 October 2010, Curaçao was administered as the "Island Territory of Curaçao", one of five island territories of the former Netherlands Antilles."

USA - An Indian Prayer

This Tablet and Prayer can be seen at the Six Nations Indian Museum along with displays of authentic Indian cultures history and legends. Located just 14 miles north of Saranac Lake, New York, this authentic museum is one of the major tourist attractions in the Adirondack Mountains of New York State.  Thanks to Manfred for this great card.

CZECH REPUBLIC - Herspice

Thanks to Trbolova for the card.

"Heršpice is a village and municipality (obec) in Vyškov District in the South Moravian Region of the Czech Republic.

The municipality covers an area of 18.05 square kilometres, and has a population of 652 (as at 3 July 2006). Heršpice lies approximately 19 kilometres south of Vyškov, 25 km south-east of Brno, and 211 km south-east of Prague."

CZECH REPUBLIC - Ceska Kanada

Thanks to Petr for the swap.

penzion kasper

"Cyklopenzion Kasper Jindrichuv Hradec, situated in the heart of Town, is an ideal place for peaceful and interesting holiday, so for quality accommodation during business trips. Three family-run guesthouse Kasper hotel type is located just a few steps from the third largest chateau and castle complex in the Czech Republic."

"Czech Canada is the name for the border region between the towns of Slavonice, Nová Bystřice and Kunžak. The area is about 250 square kilometers. Natural park Czech Canada was announced in 1994.

The area is a popular hikers, bikers and in winter for cross-country skiing. Amount of local ponds are often used for summer recreation and fishing. Landscape, then this area ideal for strolls in the countryside, gathering berries, sightseeing and a variety of sports, but also for a quiet holiday in the beautiful environment of the southeastern Czech Republic.

Czech Canada boasts unique, and the narrow-gauge track leading from Henry Hradec to Nova Bystrice , which belongs to the technical and historical monuments in the Czech Republic. Source"

GERMANY - Marble Palace in the New Garden, Potsdam

Thanks to Jorg for the card.

"The New Garden (German: Neuer Garten) in Potsdam is a park of 102.5 hectares located southwest of Berlin, Germany, in northern Potsdam and bordering on the lakes Heiliger See and Jungfernsee. Location of the New Garden north of downtown Potsdam.

Starting in 1787, Frederick William II of Prussia (1744-1797) arranged to have a new garden laid out on this site, and it came to be known by this rather prosaic name. The New Garden is one of the ensembles comprising the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Palaces and Parks of Potsdam and Berlin," a status awarded in 1990."

Marilyn Monroe

Thanks to Jeff for the card.

GERMANY - 1891-2016, 125 years Electrified by Halle (S)

Thanks to Kathleen for the card.

BELARUS - Legends of Old Minsk

Thanks to Olga and family for the great card of Legends of Old Minsk and Belarus banknote. I enjoyed reading the folktales from other country.

TAIWAN - Dueigaoyue, Alishan, Chiayi

Series of photographic collection of mountains in Taiwan, thanks to WeiYi for the card.

RUSSIA - Russian Famous Rulers

Thanks to Alexey for the card.

GERMANY - Soest

Thanks to Heidrun for the card.

"Soest  is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is the capital of the Soest district. After Lippstadt, a neighbouring town, Soest is the second biggest town in its district."

President Obama and First Lady Michelle

This card shows the outgoing President Obama and First Lady Michelle dancing at his inauguration ball 4 years ago.  Thanks to Constance for the card.

RUSSIA - Country House. Motives of Russian architecture 1877

Thanks to Anna for the wonderful Russian architecture house and Audrey Hepburn card. She also enclosed russian coins and magnet.  Thank you so much!

NETHERLANDS - Holand Artwork

Thanks to Eline for the lovely card.

RUSSIA - Empress Alexandra Fedorovna and Grand Duchess Mary

The Empress Alexandra Fedorovna and the Grand Duchess Mary at Shtandart yacht "Retouch and colorizations; Elizaveta Savinskya.  Thanks to Julia for the card.

RUSSIA - Transfiguration Cathedral, Kizhi

Transfiguration Cathedral to the left and the Church of the Intercession of the Mother God (a winter church with stove heating) to the right.  Thanks to Denis for the card.

"Kizhi Pogost (Russian: Кижский Погост) is a historical site dating from the 17th century on Kizhi island. The island is located on Lake Onega in the Republic of Karelia (Medvezhyegorsky District), Russia. The pogost is the area inside a fence which includes two large wooden churches (the 22-dome Transfiguration Church and the 9-dome Intercession Church) and a bell-tower. The pogost is famous for its beauty and longevity, despite that it is built exclusively of wood. In 1990, it was included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites and in 1993 listed as a Russian Cultural Heritage site."

Marilyn Monroe

Thanks to Nina for the card.

Eid Mubarak/ Hari Raya Card

Thanks to Libby and Camy for the thought. Wishing you Selamat Hari Raya and Happy Holiday

Lady Diana Spensar

Thanks to Kate for the Lady D card.

HONG KONG - China Retro Painting

Thanks to Renise for the card.