New Day Over New Spain, a photo from Guanajuato, Central Highlands

Photographer's Note

The standard view of Guanajuato. Standard, I say, but still very stunning.

This is the view you get from El Pipila, the most famous overlook of the city and one of its main landmarks. The yellow church in the foreground is the Basilica Colegiata de Nuestra Senora de Guanajuato. Long name, beautiful church. The white building behind it is the University of Guanajuato. The church next to the University is the Templo de la Compania de Jesus. And the rest of those colorful, beautiful buildings nestled amongst the hills are the lovely town of Guanajuato.

This spot was about a minute's walk from my B&B. I woke up at about 7:30 am, about 20 minutes before sunrise. This was taken about 35 minutes after sunrise. Easiest sunrise I've ever had. :)

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stevesaba (8019) 2011-10-11 18:52

Hi Clark!
Ah, nice to see this one! And a splendid job indeed. Guanajuato truly is a gem. And you have really done her justice here! Fabulous light and nice clear conditions. A classic, for sure! Fine work, warm regards,
Steve

Zolive (4570) 2011-10-11 23:24

Hi Clark
You were brave to get up early but you were rewarded by this magnificent photo. Although it is flooded in the city, the church stands out splendidly with its orange color. Sharpness, colors and light are splendid and the depth of field too. Congratulations.
Bests regards.
OLivier

baclama (15579) 2011-10-11 23:27

hola,
un joli village coloré et si joliement eclairé..
bravo
vero

scalerman (26884) 2011-10-12 0:30

Clark: thanks for the geography reminder; I was there years back. What a classic spot - and this is an classic image of that locale - so perfect and sharp.... super fine... c

BennyV (12785) 2011-10-12 3:10

Hi Clark,

This vertical panorama makes me want to go back to Mexico. Guanajato wasn't on our 'schedule' (haha) last time. Good light, fine contrasts and what a view!

Benny

jhm (122458) 2011-10-12 4:54

Hello Clark,

What a splendid sunrise with a wonderful panorama view about the city.
Splendid taken high upwards the city, what a nice colorfully image.
Colors and composition are wonderful for look at.
Your picture is a nice realistic view.
Very well done, TFS.

Best regards,
John.

wolf38 (28190) 2011-10-12 7:13

Hello Clark. Here you show a strong photo. It is expertly composed and has beautiful colors. The colorfulness of the image is the real eye-catcher. In addition, lovely light. A great shot. Rgds, Wolfgang.

i9l2y1m8a8t3 (4435) 2011-10-12 7:23

Greetings Clark!

Breathtaking scene, love the POV and wonderful warm vibrant colors. The church on the middle stands out as a focal point and looks great amidst those small colorful houses. Excellent lighting too and this image is very well composed! Great shot!
TFS

Have a great day,
matt

ilghiz (708) 2011-10-12 10:35

A stunning view with a lot of detail of beautiful architecture and perfect depth at sunset. Great job!

marianita (3455) 2011-10-12 12:02

Beautiful framing. the colours os mexico came out in this photo.
Good depth - well taken

cebe (1139) 2011-10-13 14:42

Hi Clark,

Beautiful view, beautiful photo. Sharp image, pleasantly descriptive. Nice light from the low sun, agreeable saturated colours. Vertical framing works well. Interesting to learn a bit more about this town. A fine contribution.

Claude