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Peaceful sundown


Peaceful sundown
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Copyright: George Rumpler (Budapestman) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 4146 W: 0 N: 7493] (26545)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-08-09
Categories: Daily Life, Nature, Transportation, Architecture, Artwork
Camera: Pentax K10D
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Romantic Chalki [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2007-11-17 4:31
Viewed: 876
Points: 64
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Chalki (Halki, Khalki, also Chalce; Greek: Χάλκη) is a Greek island and municipality in the Dodecanese archipelago in the Aegean Sea, some 6 km west of Rhodes. With the area of 28 km² (11 sq. mi.), it is the smallest inhabited island of Dodecanese. It has permanent population of 330 (much increased during the summer months), concentrated in the only village Emborio (official name Chalki). The 2001 census showed a population of 313 inhabitants, making it the smallest municipality (category dímos, Greek δήμος) in Greece; however, there are many smaller communes (category koinótita, Greek κοινότητα). The community is divided in two parts, Chorio and the port. The island supported a much larger population but following emigration in the mid twentieth century Chorio was almost completely abandoned. A ruined medieval castle of the Knights of St. John overlooks the old town and the chapel contains some of the original frescoes.
There is virtually no natural water supply on the island and rainfall is collected in large cisterns. Drinking water is brought in from Rhodes but there can be shortages during the summer months with the increased population. The island's primary industry is tourism, although fishing is also substantial.

History

Chalki possibly got its name from the copper (in Greek chalkos) workshops that were there in ancient times. The Titans were according to Greek mythology the first inhabitants of all the surrounding islands. The Pelasgians lived here for a long time, leaving several constructions behind, before they were succeeded by the Carians, the Dorians and later the Phoenicians. Aretanassa, the illustrious queen of Halki lived here once, before being exiled in Karpathos where she committed suicide after her husband's death. Remains of three temples of the god Apollo are preseved at the location of Pefkia, today's Nimborio (along the coastline). The god was worshipped here with exceptional honours. During the flourishing period of the Athenian state, Chalki regularly paid the alliance taxes. In the 7th century it is concered by the Arabs, until 825 when it is liberated. Venetians and Genovians arrived on the island in 1204 and repaired the ancient acropolis, building at the same time a fortress on the island of Alimia. In 1523 Chalki was conquered by the Turks. It takes part in the 1821 revolution, it is conquered by the Italians in 1912 and finally is annexed to Greece along with the rest of the Dodecanese.
(Source: Dodecanese islands and Wikipedia)
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Hello George,
A pleasing sympathetic light for this appealing composition. Good point of view and balance. Excellent colours and clarity. A pleasure to view.

Bonjour George
joli POV de ce paysage baignée par une agréable lumière. j'aime bien l'équilibre que tu as trouvé dans la compo. Beau travail.
Xavier

i would have loved to be looking at this view right now, with my own eyes, feeling the meltemi on my face... lovely shot george...

cheers

korkut

hello George

nice composition with nice colours,and details.
good contrast too.

best regards Stamatis.

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  • carper Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 9628 W: 450 N: 15476] (54236)
  • [2007-11-17 5:13]

it's a peacheful sundown George,
a very good photo, nice that low sun, the orginal point of view and the good details, very good photojob Georged anbd have a good weekend my friend.
gr. jaap

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  • danos Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3517 W: 83 N: 5039] (19360)
  • [2007-11-17 5:21]

Hello George,
very nice this panoramic view of the island of Chalki.The colours of the sunset that falls on the houses make the place so idyllic and calmly.I like the sharpness and the clarity of the houses as the foreground view of the boat.Well done George.

Have a nice weekend,Danos

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  • ifanik Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1677 W: 53 N: 2661] (15128)
  • [2007-11-17 5:49]

Hi George
Very beautiful photo with very nice colours POV, contrast and sharpness
Very good work my friend
Best regards
Nick

Hello George,
This island is not large, and it almost became the island most photographed world by your work. Very good photograph, with the well controlled light.
Have a good day
Cordially
Joël

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  • delic Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1372 W: 63 N: 1793] (6236)
  • [2007-11-17 5:59]

Hello George,
Lovely scenery in excellent light. The terrace in the foreground must be really something. Makes the viewer envious. Regards,
Hakan

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  • Paolo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4704 W: 146 N: 9094] (39995)
  • [2007-11-17 6:09]

Hi George, beautiful one, colorufl and with a special light.
excellent POV and high quality too.
thnaks, ciao

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  • paura Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 4290 W: 8 N: 2767] (23228)
  • [2007-11-17 6:18]

George,
beautiful place here in your nice photo. Thelighting and the colours are really well adjusted.

Paulo

Hi George,
wonderful view from Chalki with beautiful colours and light and great POV. Congratulations.
HAve a nice weekend,
Costantino

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  • leo61 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3715 W: 343 N: 7468] (31826)
  • [2007-11-17 10:15]

Hi George!
Great light and a nice view at the city and the boats .Good composition with this building in the foreground and wonderful color and texture of the sea.
Regards,Leo

Hello George,
Excellent shot!It shows all the pure beauty of this wonderful island.Especially the light conditions adds a lot of magic to the this moment.Excellent pov and amazing field of depth to the Chalki!

Wishes for the weekend,
Thomas

Szia George,
I like this soft evening light with the good texture of the water and the lovely view. The terrace is well placed.
Lieben Gruss, Ulf

Hello Georges

Nice and peacefull pictures with good POV , colors and contrast optimal
very well done `, thanks for the partage

Dominic

George
Encore un bel endroit très bien photographié. Tiens, je louerais bien cette petite terrasse pour l'été...
Amicalement
JJ

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  • berek Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4026 W: 172 N: 5154] (23658)
  • [2007-11-17 21:58]

Hi George,
lovely lue and cute architecture my friend . well framed picture. take care.
Burak Erek

Hi George,
this is a beautiful mediteranean pictures, good POV , beautiful colors

well done

hAyAti

hi George
nice POV
well composed
and interesting golden light on the boats
regards
jo

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  • Buin Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 3567 W: 0 N: 7190] (25102)
  • [2007-11-18 1:52]

Hallo George!
Here you caught a wonderful light on this beautiful scenery. I like that you included this interesting foreground which adds a lot to this picture and I like the whole atmosphere of this one. What a beautiful view!
Greetings from hazy and cold Germany!
Frank

George, fantastic colors in this one, it really feels like the end of the day though because of the lack of activity it might be the front end. Very nice composition, the large plentiful windows in the homes makes it all very inviting. Great capture.

Greg

Hello George,
This is perhaps how many vacationers would like to remember their sojourn of Chalki. This is a high quality photo with all the essential elements: the boats, the blue sea, the town atop a hill. Gorgeous. Regards! Danilo

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  • Graal Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4893 W: 121 N: 487] (43143)
  • [2007-11-18 11:16]

Jó estet George,
interesting harbour in the bay. Good POV and fine colours. Good informations. Great serie.
Gr., Aleksander

Hi George!

You have become one of the great Greek "ambassadors" in TE, my dear friend. Keep posting these beautiful photos from "hidden" corners of my country! Excellent photo, as usual! Congratulations!

Hercules

Hello George,

I'm really impressed with the quality of the K10D pictures. They are very good. The view of this place is very nice. The city and water add an excellent combination of elements here. Good details and colours. THis place seem very beautiful. Thanks George.

Roberto

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  • ChrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 8768 W: 923 N: 11775] (57281)
  • [2007-11-19 0:30]

Hi George

I like the diagonal axis, & repetition of the various boats. Good colour, sharpness, & a superb high vantage point, overlooking the harbour. Tfs!

Wonderful shot. Very nice village nice to see. It's a pleasant landscape. Well done.
Best wishes,
Achim

Hi George
wonderful Greece island shot with excellent POV,light and colours.
Lovely scenery
cheers

Hello George,
I do add myself what Korkut said. But slightly different : to have a small glass of raki and a thin slice of white cheese (maybe a piece of honeymelon as well) !
Great pov. Very impressive colors and side light. Nice info's as well.
TFS and best regards
MESUT ILGIM

Hi George, superb POV, great composition with lovely boats and beautiful village, splendid colors, very well done, ciao Silvio

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  • Tue Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 5227 W: 56 N: 7449] (23805)
  • [2007-11-23 15:07]

Hej George,
A great view over the very blue water towards the houses of the town. The repetition of all those houses look great. I find the colours also very pleasant, just as the light. The boats on the calm water create a peaceful atmosphere. Well done!
Regards,
Lars

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