San Marino is a Fortress, a photo from Borgo Maggiore, West

Photographer's Note

It is unknown when exactly the inhabitants of San Marino began building their fortresses on top of Mount Titano. The origins of the three fortresses are lost in legend. It is believed, however, that the First Tower of San Marino (on the photo), also known as Guaita, was the first of the three and was built around X century. It is surrounded by two tiers of circular walls and is a typical example of medieval military fortification.

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maglex (1980) 2009-07-26 17:41

Very nice compo with good details of the surrounding and show of height and dimensions. Thanks for sharing...Alex

erdna (5713) 2009-07-26 18:04

A good shot, and what a beautiful site! Is there a vehicular road leading to this place? Are tourist allowed in here? Good picture Vanu.

Andre'

aadilj (18102) 2009-07-26 22:20

Hi Manu, this is beautifully compsoed and is sharp and clear. I like the entire scene and its beuty

Clementi (52514) 2009-07-26 22:57

Ciao Manu,
it is always a pleasure this marvelous fortresses, I believe however that the tall sun doesn't give the correct atmosphere to the place, I try to explain, I would have preferred soon a horizontal light of the sunset or the morning, for power better illuminating the precipice and to create a beautiful effect on the tower with the warm light and to get more depths. it is a good choice for the pov however.
compliments
Giorgio

ThierryA (6704) 2009-07-27 6:19

Hello,

Beautiful view of this fortress. I like your framing. Very well composed, nice job !

Have a nice day,

Thierry