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Palenque


Palenque
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Copyright: Michel Detay (mdetay) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 491 W: 3 N: 815] (3688)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 1981-02
Categories: Architecture
Camera: Nikon F2, 17-55mm f/2.8
Map: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2006-09-17 9:59
Viewed: 998
Points: 2
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
THE TEMPLE OF PALENQUE

Set in the foothills of the Tumbalá mountains of Chiapas Mexico, Palenque is situated on a ledge overlooking the swampy plains that stretch northward all the way to the Gulf coast. Perhaps it is this positioning between two worlds, that gives Palenque a mystical charm that enchants scientist and tourist alike. The vista of the flat plains to the north, and the misty green of the lush mountain backdrop to the south, captures the imagination of modern visitors and most certainly inspired ancient artists and architects.

This ancient Maya site is located at the western frontier of the lowland Maya region. While the name Palenque comes from a nearby village, it is possible that the village was named after the ancient city or something similar sounding - bahlam kin - jaguar sun - the place where the sun descends into the underworld, the realm of the jaguar.
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i like a lot your shot reminds me of my trip there!!

it is a little bit dark the shot

thanks for sharing

Hey,

Nice comp. Good scan but a little dark.
Great POV. Well done.
Ben

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