Old town atmosphere, Vac Photo

Photographer’s Note

This huge Baroque building, erected on the site of two Medieval residential houses, significantly determines the look of the square. It was built between 1731 and 1741 as a bishop's palace.
The building became a convent for the female order Congregatio Jesu (vernacular: English Ladies, Angolkisasszonyok) and, later still, it served a military purpose. In 1802 it became home for the first national institute for the deaf and mute. In the 19th century the building was expanded several times and its facade was remodelled in 1902.

Vác

One of the most attractive Hungarian Baroque cities boasts a past dating back to the Bronze Age. It has been a centre of Catholic faith and a diocesan town for centuries.
The foundation of the diocese of Vác is unanimously attributed by historians to the first Hungarian king, St Stephen I. The completion of the bishop's cathedral is also associated with Géza I and, according to this monarch's wishes he was burried here. The interior decoration of the cathedral dates from the time of King St Ladislaus (László). The cathedral stands next to the bishop's palace together with the canon homes and a military barrack on what is today called King Géza Square (Géza király tér). The historic central area of Vác developed in the early 18th century when the once segregated German and Hungarian districts began to merge with one another while maintaining the original medieval town plan. Today the city is the cultural and commercial centre of the left bank of the Danube bend and the most visited tourist destination.
(Source:Vendégváró)

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aadilj (17950) 2008-07-07 4:40

The simplicity of you work, the not 'trying too hard' makes it such fabulous that i want to just have a look at it over and over again.

snunney (34060) 2008-07-07 4:41

Hello George,
A splendid capture of this splendid building. I like the point of view across the flower beds and the beds and the inclusion of the fountain. The cyclist and the benches add to the mood. Colours and clarity are both excellent.

jlbrthnn (36888) 2008-07-07 4:48

Hello George,
The colors of the frontages often astonish me on Hungarian architectures. They are superb. Very beautiful descriptive framing of the building. I like the foreground is his strong colors, harmonizes some with the unit.
Have a nice day
Cordially
Joël

ChrisJ (69522) 2008-07-07 4:54

Hi George

The salmon pink facade of the building contrasts well against the blue sky. Good sharpness, & tfs!

Paolo (40641) 2008-07-07 5:05

Beatiful view, George, colorful, with a brilliant composition in the foreground and excellent timing and quality.
thanks, ciao

amaryllis (17045) 2008-07-07 5:20

bonjour,
une belle composition fleurie et des couleurs pastels de ces maisons; l'endroit semble très agréable comme le post précédent
un beau cadrage de l'ensemble avec ce joli parterre au premier plan
juliette

danyy (67958) 2008-07-07 6:03

Bonjour George,
j'aime beaucoup le charme de ces vieilles villes comme on les rencontre encore dans les pays slaves et mêmes dans quelques villes d'europe occidentale.
Cet endroit est très bien entretenu et les fleurs apportent une touche colorée vive, déjà bien teinte par les couleurs séduisantes des facades.
On dirait qu'il y a un petit vignettage au niveau des coins.
Best regards.
Daniel.

John_F_Kennedy (30629) 2008-07-07 6:19

Nicely captured view on that specific bulding. A very interesting shot, and nice composition. Well done.
Best wishes,
Achim

chrkont (3621) 2008-07-07 7:38

Hi George
The photo is like taken in spring time, but you are more north from us. I like the composition with flowers, nice buildings and status all with good details, light and colors.
Regards from Greece
Christos

Photo65Net (43084) 2008-07-07 8:29

George,
Nice architecture picture, with great perspective on this beautiful frontage.
I like the result,
Regards,
JB.

TopGeo (21393) 2008-07-07 9:46

Hello George,
A splendid shot of this nice architecture picture! The building and firth level are a excellent composition with great perspective! I like the point of view the flower and the inclusion of the fountain with statue.A splendid and pleasant moment with wonderful chromatically pattern and the cheerful atmosphere.
Georgios

Wanda1 (10884) 2008-07-07 10:31

Hi George,
What I notice first are the bright flowers followed by the pink building and then the yellow building, so the colours are a nice progression leading us through the image. Good clarity and sharpness as always.
Regards
Wanda

Gustaw (21670) 2008-07-07 10:35

Hi, my friend!
Next very interesting photo about historical architecture. Good composition. I like your warm colours and good light. Nice architecture and nice nature.
Marek

jemaflor (38827) 2008-07-07 11:15

Hi George,
nice walls with thses colours, good effect, well also with colourful flowers in the foreground, well composed.

paura (37792) 2008-07-07 12:50

GEorge,
Lighting and colors settings are great in this well composed shot. As usual, excellent job friend.

Abraço

Paulo

dareco (17024) 2008-07-07 15:42

Great job!! I really like the framing, and the colors are superb! Beautiful architecture! A very cheerful place. TFS and have a happy day!

ifanik (20462) 2008-07-07 16:14

Colours, colours beautiful colours
Wonderful POV my friend
Congratulations
Best regards
Nick

AiresSantos (41322) 2008-07-07 23:12

Hi George
Nice atmosphere, beautiful place with fine architecture. I like how you framed it with the flowers in FG. Very good quality
TFs and have a nice day
Aires

Graal (57268) 2008-07-07 23:56

Jó napot George,
another beautiful place from Hungary. Interesting architecture and informations. Good details, pleasant colours. I like it.
Gr., Aleksander

jjcordier (24102) 2008-07-08 0:31

George
Tes superbes photos donnent vraiment envie d'aller visiter cette adorable vile baroque. J'apprécie toujours autant tes compositions lumineuses aux couleurs splendides.
Amicalement
JJ

syd1946 (17807) 2008-07-08 1:03

Hello George,
Very well composed architecture shot with so nice and pleasant colors!The biker is a great bonus and detail in your frame which made it much more attractive.
Very well done!

Have a fine day,
Thomas

tedesse (13034) 2008-07-08 1:18

Hello!
Beautiful photo,excellent composition,fantastic architecture,splendid colours and good sharpness.
Interesting note.
Greetings
Tadeusz

danos (31652) 2008-07-08 1:29

Hello George,
very nice shot with a good perspective and POV.Excellent the manage of the light as the colors too.I like the brilliant light all over the scene as the sharpness and the clarity of this huge Baroque building.Really and old atmosphere in this picturesque scene.Great photo job.

Have a nice week,Danos

PixelTerror (86026) 2008-07-09 0:33

Szia George,
A well exposed summer image, the place looks attractive and there is even a passing bike, I'd like a slightly wider angle but this would suppose to go for a stitch I guess you've been here at the widest focal length of your lens.
Have a nice day jY

axiotea (15919) 2008-07-10 6:28

Hello George
A good presentation of the baroque buildings well illuminated by the pleasant light with in front the flowered garden and the square. Colors and framing are very nice too!
Cheers
Marilyn

COSTANTINO (22181) 2008-07-13 2:16

Hi GEORGE,
i like this photo which is an excellent capture
of that moment,I like the point of view,the colours,the clarity,the flowers,everything
Good work,well done and well seenThanks for sharing
Costantino

Angshu (33267) 2008-07-15 20:47

Dear George
Beautiful colours of the facades, well composed in a diagonal. Like your inclusion of the flowers in the FG. The tall pedestal & statue is well positioned in the frame. An effective & well done picture with fine technicals
Best Regards
Angshu