The golden city Photo

Photographer’s Note

Salamanca is considered one of the most spectacular Renaissance cities in Europe. Through the centuries the sandstone buildings have gained an exquisite golden glow that has given Salamanca the nickname La Ciudad Dorada, the golden city.
This golden glow is unique in Spain.
The Plaza Mayor is the central square in the city. It was constructed at the beginning of the 18th century and has a capacity of 20,000 people and is surrounded by shaded arcades (what you see here).
The plaza is regarded as one of the finest squares in Europe.

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smarcell (14265) 2009-05-07 1:52

Very beautiful perspective, and the result is a nice eye catching shot.
Regards Stefano

dmarizz (2344) 2009-05-07 2:01

Hi Kris,
at a first glance to the thumbnail version I thought: "Another academic picture based on depth of field theory!". I was completely wrong! The point of view and aperture used are simply the best choice to show us this particular and wonderful architecture.
Congratulations and... sorry for my initial neagtive thought.

Dario.

besnard (30492) 2009-05-07 2:03

Bonjour Kris
Un joli cliché de cette place remarquable que j'ai eu la chance de voir l'été dernier. Tu nous proposes un cliché graphique et coloré de cette très belle architecture.
Merci pour le partage et bonne journée.
Nicole

Ultrablue (553) 2009-05-07 2:14

Hi Kris!
Excellent lines and colors. Excellent the choice of the square cut and good framing!

Regards

Elena

pauloog (6374) 2009-05-07 4:07

Hello Kris,
A fine and original view of this classical building, with a perspective that shows well the succession of pillars and arcades.
Regards,
Paul

Rafer (4226) 2009-05-07 4:26

Muy conseguida imagen cargada de grafísmo...acierto total...saludos

BennyV (4614) 2009-05-07 7:51

Dag Kris,

Mooi kaderwerk en pov. Ook de gouden gloed komt mooi uit. Een mooie post!

Benny

Glint (3040) 2009-05-07 12:50

hello Kris,
an excellent crop and composition to show off this magical architecture. The duagonal lines give a great graphical effect as well as a sense of perpective.
Bev

yso (3183) 2009-05-09 5:14

Hi Kris,
I love this perspective and the geometric effect you have done ... great composition, well done !
Regards,
Yves