Photographer’s Note
Hallstatt, Upper Austria is a village in the Salzkammergut, a region in Austria. It is located near the Hallstättersee (a lake).
Contrary to popular belief, Hall is most probably not the old Celtic name for salt (which was *saleinom, the h-anlaut from historical s- being a characteristic of the Brythonic languages but not Continental Celtic). Rather, the name is derived from Old High German, and whatever its origin, the saltmines near the village were an important factor. Salt was a valuable resource so the region was historically very wealthy. It is possible to tour the world's first salt mine, located above downtown Hallstatt.
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chpp
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(3982) 2007-08-15 6:46
Hi,
very nice shot. I like the colours in contrast with the deep green and the clouds setting at the foot of the mountain. Very nice composition and quality
cheers
chris
eyesthetix
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(637) 2007-08-15 6:50
Hello Terry,
this is really beautiful.
Classic European postcard quality shot!
Razor sharp details and excellent mood.
The lowlying cloud adds a very interesting touch :-)
Best regards, Daniel
Guenther
(6837) 2007-08-15 6:57
Hi Terry,
a good capture of a classical view! The low clouds add even more interest to the shot. Very well done, TFS.
Wahclellaspirit
(3017) 2007-08-15 6:58
Hello Terry,
Beautiful composition with great balance and lighting. The colors are amazing with the low lighting...
Steve
jorbe
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(319) 2007-08-15 8:57
Hello Terry,
So lovely colors and even more lovely scene, wow.
Composition, focus and sharpness are excellent aswell.
Excellent work!
Jorbe
eshirey
(325) 2007-08-15 11:12
Nice light, color, and POV! You captured the setting very well, and I like the reflections in the water too. :) Good work!
dareco
(17104) 2007-08-16 0:30
Incredibly beautiful!! You've managed to fit alot into this one shot. I really like the colorful buildings.
Starscream
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(890) 2007-08-17 11:26
Hi Terry,
Great composition. Perfect sharpness, splendid colours and light.
Such a pictersque place.
Thanks for sharing,
Christianna
wilmahabo
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(235) 2007-10-11 6:08
Hi Terry!
Nice shot of this beautiful place, I love this town. Well done!
Regards, Agata
Photo Information
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Copyright: Terry Sio (terrysio)
(713)
- Genre: Places
- Medium: Color
- Date Taken: 2007-07-12
- Categories: Architecture
- Exposure: f/7.1, 1/125 seconds
- More Photo Info: view
- Photo Version: Original Version
- Theme(s): My dream places... [view contributor(s)]
- Date Submitted: 2007-08-15 5:47
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