A bus stop or metro station would likely be the last place you'd expect to see works of art, except perhaps street art or graffiti. However, many remote areas in the former Soviet Union previously put an immense amount of work into building beautiful, creative, and unique transportation shelters.
Photographer Christopher Herwig, who hails from Canada, has long since had a fascination with the ornate and intricate architecture found far and wide across European countries like Georgia, Ukraine, Russia, and many others that were once part of the USSR. To complete his 2nd book on the topic, he journeyed 10,000 miles across the former Soviet Union capturing metro stations, subways, and bus stops that screamed opulence and creativity.
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You haven't seen such bizarre buildings before!
These Crazy Statues Will Really Mess with Your Head...
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These Photos DEFINITELY Require a Second Look!
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Let Your Eyes Swim With Whales and Dolphins...
Take a look at this stunning photo collection of beautiful whales and dolphins by British Photographer Christopher Swann.
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View the 15 most beautiful winning photos taken for the GDT nature photography competition.
11 Facts That Will Change How You Think About Pirates
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20 Magical Pics Capturing the Charm of Childhood
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These Pictures Will Put the Awe of the Universe in You
The winners of the Astronomy Photography competition capture the majestic beauty of our skies and what lies beyond them.
The World Looks So Unique in These Stunning Macro Photos
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Snail Photography That Will Show You a Tiny Magic World
Peak into the world of the snails with these 10 photgrpahs
12 Stunning Award-Winning Photos from Zoos and Aquariums
Check out the winning entries of the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums photography competition.
These Vintage Olympic Photos are PURE GOLD
These vintage photos show just how much the Olympics have changed.
Lets Open a Window to the Past...
These 16 black and white 20th century photos show us some of the most interesting moments of the 20th century.
These Striking Photos Show the Nostalgia of Days Gone By
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The Beauty of Wooden Artistry: 15 Stunning Examples
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These Past and Present Comparison Photos are So Powerful...
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Stunning Drone Photography of Temples Across Asia
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WWII’s Most Thrilling Dogfights Caught on Camera (12 Pics)
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30 Vintage Pics That Are Worth More Than a Million Words
Enjoy this great collection of rare historical photos.
Our Planet Has Such Awe-Inspiring Architectural Wonders
Enjoy this collection of awe-inspiring architectural wonders of our world.
15 Photos That Capture the Magic and Beauty of Motion
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Take a Look at These Photographs & Walk Back in Time...
It's amazing to see photographs from archives because it's like taking a walk back in time. This collection is no exception. Take a look.
Some Photos Require No Explanation Whatsoever!
Here are 16 photos, all of which speak more than a thousand words by themselves.
How Tunnels Were Dug Before Modern Machinery Existed
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Singapore Bursts Into Color in These Gorgeous Photos
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We Bet You Never Knew These Items Were Invented by Women!
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16 Photos That Reveal the True Majestic Beauty of Birds
Stunning photographs from this year's Bird Photographer of the Year Competition held by the British Trust for Ornithology.
These 25 Amazing Archaeological Discoveries Beggar Belief!
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These Wonderful Pictures Are Proof of Nature’s Wonders
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21 Jaw-Dropping Optical Illusions That Make Your Head Spin
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