Morelia Photo | TrekEarth

Photographer’s Note

Built in the 16th century, Morelia is an outstanding example of urban planning which combines the ideas of the Spanish Renaissance with the Mesoamerican experience. Well-adapted to the slopes of the hill site, its streets still follow the original layout. More than 200 historic buildings, all in the region's characteristic pink stone, reflect the town's architectural history, revealing a masterly and eclectic blend of the medieval spirit with Renaissance, Baroque and neoclassical elements. Morelia was the birthplace of several important personalities of independent Mexico and has played a major role in the country's history.

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maglex (1612) 2009-10-16 3:59

I like the green perspective line leading to the church. I find the different sizes of the circular shapes and curves. Rgds, Alex

dta (6059) 2009-10-16 4:15

Hola Mirari ,
A superb pespective on this nice square , with the mountain in the back ground , and a very well placed church . The evening (?) light is well managed , too .
regards

asajernigan (14284) 2009-10-16 4:17

Mirari,
The trimmed trees create a repeating pattern that gives the photo a sense of direction. The walkways lead the eye into the shot nicely. The vertical format works well showing the depth of the scene. The lighting and colors are great with excellent sharpness. The people add a nice sense of scale for the shot.
TFS,
Asa

macondo (13271) 2009-10-16 4:19

Hello Mirari.
There are a lot of people in this photo! They appear to be enjoying themselves in the 'blue hour'. Their town seems to have a very fine setting on and around the gentle hill, with the mountains behind. Your viewpoint is superb, and the perspcetive effect very strong. You've certainly given us a good idea of what this town looks like in this very atmospheric photo. Nice colours and light really make this architecture stand out. The citizens of Morelia must be very proud of their city. Good note, too.
Regards,
Andrew

worldcitizen (2305) 2009-10-16 13:05

Hello Mirari,
Your elevated POV looking down on this scene is very nice. There is a lot of activity to enjoy, and the colors are deep and rich. The rows of trees make nice lines leading towards the buildings.

Waylim (11153) 2009-10-16 16:37

Ola Mirari,
This is very beautiful shot, I live your vertical format tha allow you to captured the scenery with so much depth, and there are so much activities here, from foreground full of people selling ballons and souvenier to the churchs in the middle. The distant landscape of hills and city are all very good in colors, great details, good sharpness and good clarity. Very nice work. Excellent. I really enjoyed it.
Way