Mistery of Almourol Photo

Photographer’s Note

This is probably one of the most beautifull castles in Portugal, also one of the most intriguing around the world. It is located in a tiny island (75 by 310M) in the middle of the Tagus River.
The Moors of Almoravid are said to have built the first castle on the island, called Almorolan ("high rock" in Arabic). In 1129 the Moorish castle was conquered by the 17 year old Dom Afonso Henriques, the first King of Portugal.
The castle, which guarded a strategic river crossing, was given by the King to the Portuguese branch of the Knights Templar. It is said that the fabled treasure of the Templars is still hidden on the island.

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cihandoger (278) 2009-03-14 12:26

Hi Joana
Excellent POV, Light, reflection and color.
Good job.
Congratulations

JanD (14893) 2009-03-14 13:57

Howdy Joana!
Interesting castle. Ideal point of view. Very funny mirror. Good capture.
Regards!

liquid_sk (264) 2009-03-16 0:03

Hello!

The reflection you've captured is perfect. But maybe the photo is leaning on the right, but I'll try to correct it in the Workshop [please don't be mad at me for correcting].

With all the bes intentions and war regards,
Slavko

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