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Hospital of Knights


Hospital of Knights
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Copyright: George Rumpler (Budapestman) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 3715 W: 0 N: 6679] (23827)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-08-10
Categories: Architecture, Artwork
Camera: Pentax K10D
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Rhodes, The historical city [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-02-22 11:47
Viewed: 844
Points: 72
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Rhodes (Greek: Ρόδος Rhódhos; Italian Rodi; Ladino: Rodi or Rodes; Ottoman Turkish: ردوس Rodos) is the largest of the Dodecanese islands in terms of both land area and population, situated in eastern Aegean Sea. This Greek island lies approximately 11 miles (18 km) to the west of the Turkish shores, situated between the Greek mainland and the island of Cyprus. As of 2001, it has a population of 117,007 of which 53,709 reside in the capital city of the island.

Hospital of Knights

Diagonally opposite the former church of the Order of St John in Rhodes town is the massive Hospital of the Knights (15th C.; restored), now occupied by the Archeological Museum. From the inner courtyard, a staircase leads up to the Infirmary on the upper floor (small chapel in a recess opposite the entrance; gravestones of knights). A passage on the right leads to the rooms displaying finds from Ialysos, Kameiros and other sites, including two Archaic kouroi (sixth century B.C.) and, in the same room, the funerary stele of Krito and Tamariste (end of fifth century B.C.). In other rooms are a life-size figure of Aphrodite, an expressive Hellenistic head of Helios, and a small crouching figure of Aphrodite known as the Venus of Rhodes (first century B.C.). Also of interest is the rich collection of vases opening off the gallery round the courtyard, which covers all periods from Mycenaean times onwards and includes some particularly fine examples of Rhodian ware.

Knights’ period

In 1309 the island was sold to the Order of the Knights Hospitaliers of Saint John of Jerusalem. The Order was established in the 12th century in Jerusalem for the purpose of nursing pilgrims and crusaders, but soon enough it was transformed into a combat unit and acquired vast tracts of land.

Having retreated from Jerusalem and then Cyprus, the Order established its Headquarters on Rhodes, taking a leading role in the Eastern Mediterranean at this time.

During the Knights’ era the fortifications were extended, modernized and continuously reinforced. Α hospital, a palace and several churches were among the many public buildings constructed at that time, offering interesting examples of Gothic and Renaissance architecture. Ιn spite of the hostilities with the Ottoman Empire, sea trade was a source of wealth and the markets of the city were thriving. Under the Knights, the island had a period of prosperity and the relations between them and the local population was characterized by tolerance and often by close collaboration. Most of the streets of the Medieval Town coincided with those of the ancient city. The division of the town into two parts was retained. in Rhodes the Order kept a well-organized archive that included documents issued by its leadership, correspondence, notary acts, etc. The archive has survived and is found today in the National Library of Malta. It constitutes a valuable source of information for the period.
(Source: planetware-Rhodes)
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George, nice exposure and great detail and as usual a really fine note describing what the shot is, great capture and presentation.

Greg

bonsoir George
très belle lumière qui met bien en valeur ces pierres et la perspective des arches. J'aime ebaucoup l'ambiance que cela donne. Bravo
Bon week-end
Xavier

Hi George,
Nice contrasting architecture in good colors
and sharpness.Great composition,
Georg

Ciao George! good perspective, giving the idea of the largeness of this building. You managed well the difficult light from the windows in the background.
Laura

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  • TopGeo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1777 W: 78 N: 2295] (10501)
  • [2008-02-22 12:42]

Yes!... George! is a amazing internal picture with big quality and good prospect the composition most excellent and dynamic perfect with the oppositions and luminous of windows!
Filika
Geo!

Hello George,
What a pleasant sight, this shot offers an interesting opposition of rather strict, classical geometrical lines and very casual attitude of the tourists. TFS
René
P.S. nice to have a little piece of history to go with the picture.

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  • parbo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1557 W: 15 N: 1711] (6284)
  • [2008-02-22 13:37]

Hi George,

Wonderful inside capture while yellow stone textures and repeating brown wooden beams are creating very attractive atmosphere. Excellent depth and adding life with visitors. Congratulations.

Friendly Regards,

Ertugrul

Hi George,
a special exposure, the light control is fantastic, everything is very good to see.
You used also a very good POV.
Have a nice night.
Evangelos

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  • berek Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3816 W: 172 N: 4827] (21751)
  • [2008-02-22 13:39]

Hi George,
beautiful architecture my friend. good light and sharpness. good evening
Burak Erek

Hi George,
Very good framing and very nice perspective of the arcades, good light and colours too..!
Good shot..!
Best regards,
Have a nice WE.
Patrick

Hi George
Excelent work. Very nice, warm colors and perfect use of natural light. Very good realization of prospect of space. TFS
Regards
Christos

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  • paura Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 3720 W: 8 N: 2427] (19502)
  • [2008-02-22 15:59]

George,
Very beautiful architecture shapes here. Settings management great. Very well done.

Regards

Paulo

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  • danyy Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 7109 W: 434 N: 9597] (49002)
  • [2008-02-22 23:22]

Bonjour George,
pas facile de bien capturer les lumières de ces intérieurs sombres éclairés par de petites fenêtres qui deviennent vite surexposées.
Un POV bien choisi et un cadrage qui nous fait profiter d'un maximum de choses.
Excellent week-end.
Daniel.

Hi George,
Very nice inside picture.Good POV,
sharp, light and colours.TFS.
Regards.
Have a nice weekend.

hAyAti

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  • ifanik Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1415 W: 52 N: 2269] (12628)
  • [2008-02-23 0:24]

Hi George
I remember this building
Your photo is very nice with wonderful colours
Very well done my friend
Best regards
Nick**

George
Très belle photo de l'intérieur ce ce vieil hôpital. Le cadrage est excellent et la maitrise de l'exposition superbement faite.
Amicalement
JJ

Hello George,
very interesting note and beautiful place. (You know also in my city there is one like this, but it's under restoration). The place looks quite a mix of those architectural styles you mentioned, but has lots of charm with its curving walls and tiled roof. The bright sunlight from the windows reveals the textures and details and allows to enjoy all the greatness of this place.
Kind Regards.
Stella

Hello George,
A good capture of this interior with its warm golden coloured stones. The people give a sense of scale and add vitality. Very good tones and clarity. Impeccable notes.

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  • azaf1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1403 W: 118 N: 1785] (8527)
  • [2008-02-23 1:50]

Hi George
Terrific capture of the interior. I was there last summer and your foto does great justice to it
Congratulations
Argiris

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  • vincz Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2999 W: 87 N: 5049] (17510)
  • [2008-02-23 1:53]

Great perspective, excellent light management. There is lots of volume in your picture. Great work.

Hello George,
the interior of this so old building is remarkable. Forms and texture are a pleasure to look at. Excellent interior realization.
Good evening and goog weekend
Cordially
Joël

Hi George, great view of splendid architecture, superb light, excellent perspective, very well done, have a great week end, ciao Silvio

George,
Very nice indoor catch, with nice light which enahances old stones details.
Beautiful perspective too.
Regards,
JB.

Hi George,
This looks like an interesting place. Nice exposure using the available light to get really good details. People give a good sense of scale and the shot is well composed. Nice work.
Regards
Wanda

Szia George,
very good exposed indoor capture presenting us very well the construction of the hospital. I like the good textures of walls and floor just like the inclusion of people for scale.
Lieben Gruss, Ulf

Hello George,
You captured this photo with a very good POV and a very successful light management. Colors are very nice, too. A very nice historical place,
Best regards,
Tulay

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  • ChrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 8620 W: 910 N: 11366] (54980)
  • [2008-02-23 17:56]

Hi George

Good repetition of the arches & columns, with the people providing scale. Well managed low interior light levels, with good sharpness & colour. Tfs!

Hi George,
Wonderfully shot, superb control of light. The sharpness and details look very impressive wirh wonderful colors.
I wish you an excellent Sunday. Best regards. Salvator.

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  • jhm Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 12255 W: 244 N: 16014] (64126)
  • [2008-02-24 5:26]

Hello George,

You chose a very good angle beside the wall this gives a very good depth and great perspective.
You play excellent with light and shade this make the picture very attractive.
We see also the interest of the youth this is very good for the development of us children.
Very well done, thanks for sharing.

Have a nice sunday,
John.

Hi George
Hi George,
Very good framing and very nice perspective, good light and colours Good shot..!
Best regards,
asim

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  • Paul65 Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 183 W: 49 N: 159] (1184)
  • [2008-02-24 11:30]

Hi George!
Good crop. Excellent colors and lightness. Very nice capture.
Classical shot.
Greetings from Poland.
Paul.

i took almost the same shot when i was there but yours is so much better with good light management george... seeing your shots i wanna go back to rodos once again... have a good week pal...

korkut

Uma foto muito interessante George.
Gosto do jogo de luzes e sombras, das cores e das texturas. Ótimo ponto de vista, parabéns.
GA
Vera

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  • Angshu Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4716 W: 164 N: 7173] (23335)
  • [2008-02-29 4:42]

Dear George
The exposure contrast has been handled very well here! Like the details you've been able to show in the shadows. The perspective with the pillars is well emphasised. As always a very informative note. Good work!
Regards
Angshu

Hi George, Great architecture, the beams are superb & the central arches really make impressive viewing, good prospective &, the people add nice scale, TFS, kind regards Wilson.

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  • Yffic Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 879 W: 17 N: 1157] (5736)
  • [2008-03-12 6:38]

Hi George.

Nice work on this picture: exposition is really difficult to master inside old monument like yours.
The colors are real good.
Thanks for the descriptive note.

Regards.

Yves

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