The theme for today’s blog post is stairways, naturally occurring and human made. I’m sharing a collection of interesting ones I have found in my travels. Like pathways and passageways, stairways are also inviting; it’s our curiosity that draws us to them to find out where they lead.
Sometimes, nature provides steps for us, like in the two photos below.
Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase. Martin Luther King Jr.
I think the one in Hovenweep is my favorite; which one appeals to you? As always, I would love to hear from you, so feel free to leave a comment.
Happy climbing!
Tricia
Travels Through My Lens 
I love the steps, but as my knees get older they don’t always love them.
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Moi aussi.
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My favorite is the one in Ceauce – if you’re not going to use it, you might as well make it look beautiful!
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I love the flowers there; it’s a lovely site. Thanks for your comment!
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They’re all so good, but if I had to choose, the one near Robion is incredible!
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I really wanted to see where they went, but it looked quite precarious! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
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LOVE these thematic posts! Beautiful streps & stairways that make you wonder what wonderful things you might discover at the top (or bottom…)! These days I’m way better descending than ascending—but whether going up or down, just looking at these lovely photos gave us great pleasure !!!
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Thanks Shirley; I so appreciate your thoughts and comments. Agreed that stairs are challenging for our aging joints; but the stairways, passageways and trails just keep calling!
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My favorite is the one in Ceauce, because of all the flowers. But I enjoyed all of them, you have such a good eye for photographic subject matter!
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Thanks Peg; I love the one in Ceaucé too. I’m looking forward to seeing it as the seasons change.
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oh what a beautiful collection of stairs. Of course the one in Arches is my favorite because it reminds me of home but Loch Ness is a close second because I’ve been there 🙂
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Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed them. I absolutely love Utah and the amazing scenery there; thus my favorite in Hovenweep. Loch Ness is pretty amazing too. Thanks for commenting, and I hope you have a great weekend!
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This is genius! The very first photo in Loch Ness really captured my attention! I just might make my own stairways post inspired by yours. Thanks for the inspiration!
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Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I’m looking forward to seeing your collection.
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I think I like the Normandie one, I love the railing made out of branches.
Love pictues of pathways and doorways!
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That one is very creative. Thanks for your comment!
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I think it’s safe to conclude that France has the best staircases, ha!
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Agreed; good conclusion! Thanks for your comment!
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Some well captured stairways Tricia, there is something about stone steps that feels good for the soul. My favourites are the Loch Ness shot and the merging staircase in the Tokyo National Park.
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Thank you Leighton. That’s a good observation about stone steps; I like that. Thanks for sharing your favorites, and for stopping by!
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Oh, some of these stairways look quite steep – I’m always contemplating whether it’s better to go up or down 😊. Great photos Tricia! Difficult to choose a favourite … I like almost all the photos in France, but those natural stairs in nature is also amazing. Ok, if I have to: The Loch Ness photo … love the greenery and the mistery of where it’s heading ☺️.
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Thank you! The stairs in Carnac had a warning sign, and they looked pretty precarious. I like the steps at Loch Ness too; it’s such a beautiful place. Thanks for commenting!
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Oh, Loch Ness is still my favorite! I love the feeling of anticipation upon reaching the top. Also the picture of Alexis in Paris!
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It’s such a beautiful place. That’s a good point; like pathways and passageways, we want to know what’s at the top, or around the corner. Thanks for your comment!
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