Sintra National Palace Photo

Photographer’s Note

Consisting of various bodies built during the course of successive epochs on the so-called "Chão da Oliva", the Paço da Vila de Sintra is one of the most important examples of regal architecture in Portugal and for that reason is classified as a National Monument. This gradual multiplication of buildings, with different styles, is largely responsible for the enigmatic enchantment of this ancient palace, dominated by great twin chimneys atop the kitchen that constitute as authentic ex-libris of Sintra.

After the Reconquest, the Palace passed into the possession of the Crown and was considerably enlarged, not only in the reign of Dom Dinis - who in 1281 laid down that the conservation of the Palace should be entrusted to the enfranchised Moors of Colares -but especially in the reigns of Dom João I (1385-1433) and Dom Manuel (1495-1521).

Of special note, apart form the elements of Gothic, Mudejar, Manueline and Renaissance architecture, are the wonderful azulejos (coloured glazed tiles) from the 15th and 16th Centuries in various halls and patios, and in the Royal Chapel.

( http://www.portugalvirtual.pt/_tourism/costadelisboa/sintra/palnat.html )

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venne (2755) 2005-01-15 8:19

Very nice photo, superb composition and colors. But we need more informations. Thanks.

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sengir (4946) 2005-01-15 8:20

superb light, great mood. Though I don't like this frame too much I must say.. better keep it simple ;)

anakin (2775) 2005-01-15 8:23

Fantastic photo very good work, lovely colours
well done

alainh (35341) 2005-01-15 8:27

hello Dias.
a realy nice one. a excelent light.
congrats
alain

diaz_sanchez (0) 2005-01-15 8:29

very beauty pic:) I was there:) and I saw it in the middle of the night :) can u add some information about it :)?

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justa (0) 2005-01-15 8:37

Very, very beautiful photo, it looks like fairy- tale, great colours and light, very well done composition, excellent work, bravo!

sikor102 (1544) 2005-01-15 8:43

Majestic & amazing. No comments.

Amandine (1026) 2005-01-15 9:30

Nice effects on this pic, it gives a spécial and mysterious atmosphere, well done

naret (826) 2005-01-15 9:32

This is a great picture but it would be nicer if you tell us how do you capture this one.
Naret

chappy77 (306) 2005-01-15 10:22

Beautiful colours!!! I like the flowers in the foreground as well, nice touch!

rosta (62) 2005-01-15 10:25

Great, really great photo. Very strong impression on ones mind. Palace like from fairy tale. Simply like a dream.
rosta (Czech Republic)

dkeus31 (25936) 2005-01-15 11:13

Good framing, good foreground.
Superb light and nice perspective.

dominique (11403) 2005-01-15 11:26

Belle photo , le cadrage est parfait comme la lumiere . bien vu .

Mrg (823) 2005-01-15 12:10

Foto fantastica de facto. As cores estão muito boas, e o modo como o palácio enmerge da escuridão.Bom trabalho

Isaperez (355) 2005-01-15 13:39

Beautiful colors,very good work!

Maru (0) 2005-01-16 7:04

beautiful landscape.. seems to me The Lord of the Rings.
I like the sepia tone you use, it creates a magical mood. Good sharpnes and nice composition. I like the balance ot the shot and those nice aloe i n the bottom.

ballyna (1689) 2005-04-23 17:58 [Comment]

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