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Entrance to the city


Entrance to the city
Photo Information
Copyright: Oleg Kuznetsov (osub) Silver Note Writer [C: 2 W: 0 N: 189] (1227)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-07-20
Categories: Architecture
Camera: Canon EOS-350D, Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II, Canon Circular Polarizer
Exposure: f/8, 1/160 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2007-12-09 7:45
Viewed: 521
Points: 10
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Besalu is a lovely medieval town. The 12th century Roman bridge over to the town is a real landmark. The town sits where the Rivers Fluvia and Capadella meet.

Wilfred the Hairy, credited with the unification of Catalonia, was born in Besalu in 878. He was so named as he was as hairy as a mountain troll, even having hair of on the souls of his feet.

In the Middle Ages Besalu was the capital of a country which reached up to Corbieres, now in France. Besalu was the birthplace of Ramon Vidal. a troubadour, a type of lyric poet who composed music and poetry usually on the topic of courtly love.

The Church of Sant Pere, in the main square was originally part of a monastery built in 1003.

The Milova is a ritual Jewish bath dating from the 11th or 12th century. It is located near the River Fluvia in the lower town. It was recently discovered and restored. You need to visit the Tourist Office in the main square to obtain the key.

In December there is the Fiera de Ratafia. This is the local "firewater"; a grappa based sweet liquor flavoured with herbs, spices, coffee and nuts. Legend tells that witches supervise its production; it is left outside for two weeks so that the magic and power of the sun and the moon can contribute to its special flavour.

The town was designated as a historical national property in 1966.
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Hello Oleg,
Beautiful shot with a great sharpness,
Best regards,
Tulay

Hello Oleg,
A fine composition with the river flowing gently across the picture and the diagonal view of the impressive bridge. Very fine sharpness and colours.
Regards,
Gert

Hello

Great notes, Wilfred the Hairy, what a great name. Very intriguing content and composition

Martin

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  • Buin Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 3418 W: 0 N: 6808] (23784)
  • [2007-12-09 8:38]

Hallo Oleg!
What a wonderful view! Here I like especially your point of view which emphasizes the greatness of this beautiful building in an amazing way. In combination with your note an excellent contribution to TE!
Greetings from Germany - and have a nice week!
Frank

beau cadrage de ce pont pour entrer dans la cité, belle architecture, une bonne netteté et de belles réflections
les couleurs sont superbes également
juliette

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