Relax on the castle promenade, a photo from Budapest, West

Photographer's Note

This Baroque Palace was built in the 18th century and then extended between 1896 and 1903. Beneath the current building, the 13th to 15th century remains of the medieval and Renaissance Palace have been excavated.
There has been a royal palace on this site since the 1200's, but relatively few excavated and reconstructed sections from that early period can be seen. The Palace suffered serious damage during the siege of the invading Turkish troops.
The current external appearance of the building complex is the result of Baroque-style building work in the 18th century, as well as remodelling and expansion in the 19th century.
The residence of Franz Joseph, Austrian Emperor and Hungarian King, and of the Habsburg archdukes, was created by the most outstanding Hungarian craftsmen at the turn of the 19th century. However, the Palace was completely burnt out during World War II and the lavishly furnished stately halls were destroyed: the royal suites, the ballroom, and the throne room. The reconstruction took a simplified form.
Today the Palace District (Várnegyed) is one of Budapest's most significant cultural centres. It is home to a comprehensive collection of Hungary's fine arts at the National Gallery (Nemzeti Galéria), while the Budapest History Museum (Budapesti Történeti Múzeum) looks after the excavated architectural remnants of the old Royal Palace, amongst which are some fragments of statues from the Anjou era.
(Source- Vendégváró)

besnard, robertosalguero, siolaw, kiwi_explorer, snunney, pasternak, portmanndominic, ChrisJ, John_F_Kennedy, paura, axiotea, danos, ls7902, Graal, saylan-cb, Tue has marked this note useful

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besnard (59196) 2007-12-10 0:40

Bonjour George
Les gens profitent des derniers rayons du soleil devant un palais à la belle architecture. C'est agréable à regarder pendant ces jours où nous essuyons la tempête.
Merci pour le partage et bonne journée.
Nicole

robertosalguero (292) 2007-12-10 0:43

Hello George,

The people seem to be enjoying a nice day to take a break. The view in the background is very impressive. The dome add a strong focal point to the view and present us with beautiful architecture. Good light and colours. Thanks.

Roberto

siolaw (38294) 2007-12-10 0:43

Hi George,
A funny scene showing these people sunbathing in a weak sun in which I would freeze! Light and colors are excellent and striking. Good POV and framing too. Great BG architectural wonders of Budapest!
Cheers
Laurent

kiwi_explorer (12209) 2007-12-10 1:00

Hi George,
The human elements here is just as interesting as the background palace. The body expression of these people suggests that they must have been exhausted. Very informative and interesting write up. Wonderfully caaptured with very good image quality... well done! tfs
Cheers,
Renier

snunney (130967) 2007-12-10 1:11

Hello George,
This is a very nice composition of these people enjoying the autumn sunshine with a beautiful backdrop to contemplate into the bargain. Very good light and colours and excellent clarity.

Paolo (41258) 2007-12-10 1:12

Hi George, the light and the colours are both wodnerufl in that image, and both well managed.
good quality too.
thanks, ciao

pat0500 (21561) 2007-12-10 1:14

Hi George,
Very nice picture and beautiful palace in the background...!
People brings more to the picture, good shot...!
Best regards,
Patrick

pasternak (15185) 2007-12-10 2:05

Composition is first class here, George, wit the diagonal of the promenade carrying so much interest with these two benches and the second diagonal leading the the palace, the latter balanced well by the street light. Very good.

Cheers
Alexander

portmanndominic (2400) 2007-12-10 2:41

hello Georges

excellent picture with a smooth light , very relaxing the POV is also very goof
TFS
good week
Dominic

ChrisJ (171280) 2007-12-10 2:59

Hi George

Superb sharpness, & a good daily life scene from Budapest. The seated man adds vitality. Tfs!

hatti52 (12786) 2007-12-10 3:00

Hi George,
siesta time)
wonderful light and colours with depth
very clear and quality
compliments

Aviller (3866) 2007-12-10 4:28

Hi,

very well seen and nicely composed. The entire scene looks great although it feels slightly oversaturated.

John_F_Kennedy (43797) 2007-12-10 4:43

An excellent example of old archtecture. Fantastic building, impressive. And teh relaxing area - great. A very good presentation.
Best wishes,
Achim

paura (25802) 2007-12-10 6:50

George,
Very beautiful baroque castle in your well composed shot. The point of view and the colors are very nice. well done, friend.

Paulo

carper (96) 2007-12-10 8:52

very nice my friend.
the pov is so relaxing, fantastic lines good details and first of al a very good composition, very good photojob here, Have a nice evening George.
gr. jaap

axiotea (21651) 2007-12-10 9:07

Hello George
the title fits well to this compo and I like the funny and relax poses of these women trying to get some sun tan. Behind them the palace stands out nicely against the blue sky. Nice luminosity, colors and framing.
Cheers
Marilyn

UnTrained (0) 2007-12-10 9:14

Szia George,
well known and pleasant view. The sunlight let the green roofs stand out against the blue and the people really enjoy this evening sun. I like the good definition and inclusion of the old walls from the ongoing research.
Lieben Gruss, Ulf

TGULUMSER (13252) 2007-12-10 12:34

Hello George,
I liked the blue color on the roofs very much. Your perspective and composition are very nice,
Best regards,
Tulay

hay_kes (31439) 2007-12-10 15:26

Hi George,
Very nice shot.Great lighting, colours and perspective.Well compo.TFS.
Regards.

hAyAti

ls7902 (7380) 2007-12-10 19:48

Hello George,
You have a very nice foreground diagonal containing people resting & posturing in a very funny way. And well balanced in a backdrop of impressive Baroque Palace. Great lighting & luminosity. I can feel the autumn sun.

Best Regards,
Latiff

Graal (103040) 2007-12-10 23:28

Jó napot George,
interesting view and place in Budapest. Fine scene, pleasant warm light and colours, good sharpness also. I like it. Well done photo.
Gr., Aleksander

danos (110407) 2007-12-11 2:18

Hello George,
i think that the ladies bask in the sunshine,when behind them there is this splendid Baroque Palace.The colours and the light are marvellous and i can say that the column in the right create an enjoyable balance in the scenery.Informative your note too.

Regards,Danos

evanrizo (462) 2007-12-11 7:25

Hi George, so clear, so sharp with superb light!
As a composition is wonderful, especial with the people they are sitting on the benches.
The very nice buildings give us all the nice details very good.
Have a nice evening.
Evangelos

saylan-cb (12738) 2007-12-11 7:30

Hi George
Very nice shot a very good composition and great colours,light are well done.
TFS/Regards

jurek1951 (42198) 2007-12-12 0:45

Hi George,
The composition is great as well of the atmosphere and the colours, very warm. Really beautiful.
Georg

ifanik (21679) 2007-12-12 4:02

Hi George
Wonderfull place
This photo is beautiful
I think that it should I come also in Budapest
Very good work
Nick

clnaef (6289) 2007-12-12 4:45

Bonjour,
Charmant endroit pour regarder le temps passer.
Bonne journée.
clnaef

Tue (91612) 2007-12-14 14:39

Hej George,
A very good capture of those people relaxing in the golden sunlight. The background looks very nice too with interesting architecture and that repetition of the red poles. The street lamp is also nicely placed in the foreground. Good work!
Regards,
Lars