Where is this? Photo

Photographer’s Note

As I have already said in previous posts this Bang Pa In palace complex, King Chulalongkorn had a fascination with architecture and progressively added examples from the west to compliment Thai and Chinese building that were first constructed in the complex. Here is one of a number of bridges that would not look out of place in southern Europe.

The Palace is near the old capitol of Ayutthaya about 60km north of Bangkok. Although royal residencies from the island are known from at least the 1632, the present-day royal palace dates from the reign of King Chulalongkorn (1868-1910), when most of the buildings standing today were constructed between 1872-1889. The building styles within the palace compound reflect the King’s interest in architecture with European, Chines and Thai styles all being represented.

Today the palace is used occasionally by Their Majesties King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) and Queen Sirikit as a residence and for holding receptions and banquets.

snunney, asajernigan, BeBeHooker, ciakgiak, shevchenko, jlbrthnn has marked this note useful

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snunney (34942) 2009-10-14 3:44

Hello Chris,
Indeed, a scene that wouldn't look out of place in the grounds of a French château. I like the off-centre point of view and the perspective along the statue lined bridge. Also, the blue/green tonal contrasts. Very good sharpness throughout.

TopGeo (21847) 2009-10-14 4:18

Ηι It is interesting picture of bridge of palace and gardens I knew also they is important that they exist copy from the perhaps mythology Greek or Roman the antiquity with the statues and the style! Exceptional notes for the kingdom and the monarchy....Excellent your gallery
Regards
Georgios

asajernigan (14146) 2009-10-14 4:20

Chris,
My answer to where is this? would have been Germany of France.
Your composition is great here using the bridge to lead the eye into the scene. The repeating pattern created by the statues give the photo a nice sense of direction. The lighting and colors are great with excellent sharpness.
TFS,
Asa

BeBeHooker (5550) 2009-10-14 4:20

Hi Chris!
Wonderful sculptures. Good POV and capture. Ideal delicate frame.
Cheers!

pattabe (415) 2009-10-14 6:32

Dear Chris,
very nice photo from the brigde in Bang Pa in Palace, Ayutthaya - Thailand, nice color and good composition,
I like this one..
All the best
Regards Freddy

ciakgiak (10730) 2009-10-14 12:06

Hello Chris,
perfect POV, I like the statue on FG and the perspective that you created. The view is magnificent, the colours are so pleasant and the quality is superb. Congratulations and TFS.
Friendly regards.
Giorgio

shevchenko (9936) 2009-10-14 22:46

Hi Chris,
Interesting place for visit at Thailand, I do like this type of garden with many statues, it is artistic, lively and relaxing, good pov to show it, interesting composition, good shoot.
Ally

jlbrthnn (38055) 2009-10-17 5:06

Hello Chris,
Not only the image is well built and of great quality, but the subject of photography is astonishing and remarkable. It is Europe, architecture and the trees make it believe. Beautiful very attractive image. Cheer.
Have a nice day
Cordially
Joël

jackart (5562) 2009-10-21 12:00

hello Chris!

Beautifull place very well captured - i like interesting POV and great perspective increased by figures on both sides of the bridge(?). Well done!

Regards
Jacek

Photo Information

Copyright: Chris Chafer (sandpiper) (1615)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-01-31
Categories: Architecture
Camera: Pentax K100D Super, Sigma 18-50 1:3,5-5,6 DC, ISO 400, Hoya Cir. Polarizer 58 mm
Exposure: f/8, 1/350 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-10-14 1:31