Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Castle Gate and tower.

Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Shapes and Patterns on a half timbered house in Marktplatz with the towns coat of arms.

Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Burgtor or Castle Gate, Detail featuring the Hot Pitch Mask for pouring hot oil, tar and other boiling liquids on uninvited guests.

Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Castle Gate and tower.

Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Fountain detail on Herrngasse.

Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Colourful row of house patterns and fountain statue on Herrngasse off Marktplatz.

Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, St Jakobs Kirche or St James Church, Main or Twelve Apostles altar.

Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, St Jakobs Kirche or St James Church, Exterior rear view.

Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Kathe Wohlfahrt Christmas shop with present laden truck outside.

Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, St Jakobs Kirche or St James Church, Altar of the Coronation of the Virgin Mary.

Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Weisserturm or White Tower, View from south side.

Germany, Bavaria, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Weisserturm or White Tower, View from south side.

Mercato Nuovo. Fontana del Porcellino. Bronze fountain of a boar with a woman rubbing the snout for good luck

Mercato Nuovo. Fontana del Porcellino. Bronze fountain of a boar with a woman rubbing the snout for good luck

Lama blessing good luck thread for safe journey. Also known as the 1000 rupee lama due to the cost of the blessing.Asia Asian Nepalese Religion Religious Asia Asian Nepalese Religion Religious

Kiyomizu-dera Temple - prayers written on wooden tablets bring good luck to the purchaser when offered at the templeAsia PeopleReligious

Koinobori Carp Flags traditional good luck symbol at Tako #3 Elementary School

Narita San Temple. New Years good luck rakes on saleNarita

Lisu woman preparing string to be tied on familys wrists for good luck at New Year

Erawan Shrine. Dancers performing for devotees who give thanks for good luck received