Photo Galleries
Voice of nature rings out at IUCN Congress
Drummers and percussionists drummed up a storm outside the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Barcelona. The 20-minute performance, representing the voice of nature suffering from neglect and degradation, attracted a crowd of environmentalists and passersby. …
07 Oct 2008 | Photos
Safeguarding the diversity of life - Opening
The Congress Stream on "Safeguarding the diversity of life" which focuses on how well-being is enriched through biodiversity, opened on Monday 6 October 2008 in the CCIB in Barcelona, Spain. …
06 Oct 2008 | Photos
A new climate for change - Opening
The Congress Stream entitled "A new climate for change" and aimed at influencing science, policy and practices of the future, opened on Monday 6 October 2008 in the CCIB in Barcelona, Spain. …
06 Oct 2008 | Photos
Opening Ceremony of the IUCN World Conservation Congress
An audience of thousands including HRH Felipe, Prince of Asturias and HSH Prince Albert of Monaco, and delegations from 177 countries were treated to dramatic images of nature, aerial acrobats, stirring music and a line-up of prominent and compelling speakers. …
05 Oct 2008 | Photos
IUCN World Conservation Congress - Opening
The Opening Ceremony of the IUCN World Conservation Congress took place on Sunday 5 October and was attended by a host of dignitaries, including HRH Felipe, Prince of Asturias and HSH Prince Albert of Monaco. …
05 Oct 2008 | Photos
Sailing to Barcelona Parade
On 5 October 2008, Sailing to Barcelona boats representing various corners of the world paraded as a fleet between the Barcelona harbour and Port Forum, the marina next to the Congress Centre. …
05 Oct 2008 | Photos
Gallery: Sailing to Barcelona Reception
Sailors and VIPs met on Saturday, 4 October to welcome the boats of Sailing to Barcelona to the IUCN World Conservation Congress. …
04 Oct 2008 | Photos
Building the IUCN World Conservation Congress
On Saturday, 4 October, the preparatory works in Barcelona's International Convention Centre are in full swing. …
04 Oct 2008 | Photos