Ponte de sôr Photo

Photographer’s Note

The city's name is derived from the first roman bridge, which was part of the 3rd military road connecting Lisbon to Merida. An area of upheaval in between borders during the re-conquest, Ponte de Sor, which initially belonged to the Templars, was taken back from the enemy by the Order of St. Benedict. Its first "Foral" (charter by which the monarch established a county or settlement, outlined the administration and set forth its rights, priviledges and limitations) was bestowed upon it by the Diocese of Évora in 1161, and later ratified by D. Manuel. Once the roman bridge was gone, King João VI had the bridge that stands today built in 1822. Ponte de Sor became a city in 1985.

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Ebbe (9571) 2004-04-29 1:41

A fine bridges view. The tree in the foreground gives a fine depth. It also adds excentricity which makes the piture more dynamic. The powerlines are a minus but what can you do......

agpires (0) 2004-04-29 2:02

Beautiful image, superb composition, splendid colors, beautiful light , and note accompaniment very instructive.
Bravo Rui does not change anything.

jhm (82319) 2004-04-29 8:25

Extraordinarily lovely picture Rui, the tree in the foreground gives a fine depth, excellent reflection in it water. My compliments!

ruicreal (73) 2004-05-02 8:06

Bonita paisagem Rui.
Gosto

sunny (3068) 2004-05-04 12:44

Peaceful and clear shot with excellent sharpness and colours! The composition is very well ballanced in space and details and the water reflections add depth to it. Wonderful one, Rui!

joseelias (367) 2004-07-13 8:07

Boa composição. Gosto do horizonte baixo e da clareza de detalhes. As cores estão talvez um pouco saturadas demais para o meu gosto mas nada de muito sério.

shal (934) 2005-11-11 5:15

Great image Rui,
really nice expo and compo
nice POV, and detail along with colour saturation and reflections
Cheers