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Portitsa's bridge


Portitsa's bridge
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Copyright: Kostas Antonakis (kanton) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 703 W: 5 N: 1259] (5276)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-08-07
Categories: Nature
Exposure: f/4, 1/50 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-09-04 3:00
Viewed: 303
Favorites: 2 [view]
Points: 76
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Northern Pindos mountain- Perfecture Grevena SW Macedonia,central Greece- is one of the most important places both in national and international level, because it uniquely combines the natural and the anthropogenic environment.
The outstanding geomorphology of the area is characterized by rocky crests with high tops, steep gorges, many springs, mountainous lakes and thick, woody areas as well, which result in the existence of an exceptional biodiversity consisted of:
• numerous endemic species of flora: approximately 1.800 species of plants are met there and at least 86 species of mushrooms,
• rare species of fauna: approximately 60 species of mammals, 165 species of birds, 30 species of reptiles, 14 species of amphibians and 17 species of fish,
• and approximately 30 ecotopes, some of which have high ecological value and rarity and they are protected in European level.
The National Park of Northern Pindos is 1.969,741 square km in total, which represents almost the 30% of the total area of the Prefectures of Ioannina and Grevena, including the two National Parks of the area, that is the National Park of Vikos-Aoos and the National Park of Pindos (Valia Calda), as well as 9 areas enlisted in the European Ecological Network “Natura 2000”. Furthermore, the area is characterized by a great number of historical and cultural elements such as the stone arched bridges of unique architectural value, the elaborate churches and monasteries, the watermills, the stone staircases and, of course, the numerous traditional settlements.


The Portitsa gorge and the village of Spileo are linked only by dirt road. You cannot traverse the gorge; however, it is worth you while to get to its entrance – hence the name “Portitsa” (little gate, in Greek) – to see an old stone bridge and vertical steep rocks that make the natural scenery even more beautiful. The region is really breathtaking.


For more : http://www.pindosnationalpark.eu/


The Bridge from another POV


Amusing WE to all!

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Selam Kostas
What a wonderful historical bridge
POV, reflections and presentation are perfect
The note is great
Have a nice days
Burak

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  • roges Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 507 W: 0 N: 940] (4728)
  • [2009-09-04 3:05]

Γεια σου Κώστα,
Άριστη εικόνα. Ένα πανέμορφο τοπίο με κάποια μεγάλη χρώματα.
Καλή σας μέρα,
Adrian

Hi Kostas,
Very green scene, looks nicely presented with the POV and subtle reflection on the still water. The details look great too, nice use of the natural light. Looks like a peaceful place - Well taken.

TFS,
Scott.

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  • psyce Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 162 W: 11 N: 88] (1527)
  • [2009-09-04 3:23]

nice POV here... great reflections and the pp should be commended too... great job..

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  • bupga Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 300 W: 6 N: 360] (2683)
  • [2009-09-04 3:34]

A nice framing shot Kostas, the greens FG and the reflections are so interesting that makes the place looks so tranquil. Good composition!

tfs......Buddy

Hello Kostas,
Great shot from a historic place. I like the timeless atmosphere. Well done.
Best wishes,
Achim

Olá Kostas,
That's a nice and documental shot,
Good colors, focus and details. Awesome POV/DOF;
Very good one.
Best regards,
Raimundo

Hi Kosta,
Very nice caught of view of this old bridge,
good colors and light,
Excellent Point of view and details.
well done.
Michel

Hello Kostas,
Perfect composition and angle of wiew...
Good using of light and shade...
TFS
Selahattin E

Ciao Kostas,


Quiet and very lovely image.
Reflection care for an attractive picture.
Excellent of quality and sharpness.
Nice perspective and lovely presentation.
Good composition nice presentation,

Have a nice weekend,

Sergio

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  • ayse51 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1684 W: 124 N: 1437] (20310)
  • [2009-09-04 11:52]

Kalimera dear Kostas,
beautiful bridge.
beaituful presentation.Well composed.TFS.Necla.

Gia sou file Kostas,

Wonderful nature capture from nice POV with great perspective.
TFS and have a nice WE!
Cheers,

Bayram

Hi Kostas,
What a superb photo vith great POV, colours and perspective.TFS.
Cheers,

hAyAti

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  • isa Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 353 W: 50 N: 691] (4091)
  • [2009-09-04 16:04]

Kalimera Kostas,
LOvely composition, interesting pov and light. Great green refelctions. Interesting and useful note.
Congratulations.
Have a nice w.end.
Greetings.
Isa

Hello Kostas,

What a fine pov you chose for this shot, noticing that the reflected bridge made circle. The etes are drawn straight to it!
Good sharpness and good use of natural framing.

Kind regards,
Bev :-)

Hello Kostas,
The natural framing of the bridge with its beautiful refelection is most effective. A balanced composition, the greens are soothing. Regards...
Danilo

Kalimera Kostas :)

nice place and rich green
i like the architecture of the bridge as well its reflection
good sharpness and exposure

Have a grate WE
Oana

Hi Kostas
excellent pov.
wonderful image with reflections, well composed and captured.
good light, beautiful soft tones of green.
greetings
tsilla

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  • gnada Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2662 W: 74 N: 4763] (21687)
  • [2009-09-05 6:32]

Hi Kostas...

Perfect composition again from you..!
Really I have no words to say more, just great.
Very well captured "Portitsa's bridge"
The colors and reflections are wonderful.
Best regards,
George

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  • nicou Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1273 W: 0 N: 2502] (20416)
  • [2009-09-05 11:24]

Hello,

superbe image quel beau pont, le cadrage est superbe, , le refflet ovale dans l'eau, grandisoe compo.

Bravoe t amitié

Nicou

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  • vanda Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 240 W: 0 N: 243] (1696)
  • [2009-09-05 13:24]

Ciao Kostas,
very beautiful image of this historic place.
The lighting and the sharpness are excellent.
Amazing details and reflections.
Well done.
Regards.
Vanda :-)

Olá Kostas

Belo trabalho e composição.
Bonitas cores e reflexos.
Um cenário lindo...
Parabéns
GA
Vera

Dear Kostas
Those curves of the bridge create nice composition
Good lighting control and natural colors are fantastic
The reflection on water is well captured,
Thank you for your interesting shot
Alireza

Hi Kostas,
Your inspections are excellent my friend!..
Great shot,nice reflections. Congratulations.tfs.
Dr.Seyfettin Güner

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  • jan515 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2498 W: 56 N: 3862] (17484)
  • [2009-09-06 13:48]

Hello Kostas,
The result is excellently, very good contrast, good colors and interesante placement of the Bricke.
Best regards.
Janusz

Bonjour Kostas
Very good choice of the pov which give a beautiful view of the arch while stone and green leaves melt together over the nice relection of the bridge
Have a good week
Henri

Hello!
Beautiful picturesque view,a fine colours and light.
Very well done
Greetings
Tadeusz

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  • john1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 174 W: 0 N: 183] (1504)
  • [2009-09-08 13:58]

Hello Kostas,

Great composition and reflection of the bridge.
Very nice colors and perspective.
The details of the point of view are wonderfull.
good job.
Have a good day.
John

this one reminded me of Chinese garden from this POV.. but if really look at this subject of course it is a bridge.. nice one, Kostas.. the inclusion of the greens make this place look oriental.. well taken and frame.. tfs..

regards, terry

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  • suzy Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 425 W: 38 N: 1262] (4338)
  • [2009-09-09 2:51]

hello Kostas,

perfect mirror reflection.. awesome.. the vivid greenery, the sharp details on the bridge and the natural aspects of this image is quite beautiful, and so real, you definitely chose a superb POV to capture this bridge, and I think the other POV in the Link is as magnificent...
striking composition..

have a great day
suzy

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  • ramon Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 272 W: 20 N: 692] (3335)
  • [2009-09-11 7:49]

Hi Kostas,

Beautiful POV and composition, love the reflections and
textures of the stones. Very nice presentation...

TFS
Ramon

Hello Kostas,
That's an excellent pic. the colours and details are amazing. A very intersting POV. The subject itself is very capturing. Well spotted! Congratulations :)
Best regards Siegfried

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  • jone Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor [C: 2239 W: 172 N: 0] (28892)
  • [2009-09-17 1:32]

Hi Kostas ;)
Wonderful POV and atmosphere...TFS
Best regards,
J ;)

Gia sou Kostas:)
Great pov and beautiful bridge.
nice reflection and superb light.
pozdrav
Mitko:)

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  • chrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4229 W: 414 N: 6657] (42097)
  • [2009-09-19 6:16]

Hi Kostas

Missed this one. I like the upward pov on the arched stone bridge, that looks vaguely Japanese or Turkish in design. Excellent colour, contrasted lighting & sharpness. Tfs!

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  • Saba Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 553 W: 0 N: 1534] (8955)
  • [2009-09-19 14:28]

Hello Kostas!

Beauty composition, pretty reflection in water...original!
Splendid formulation, it pleases me very.

I greet. Barbra

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  • foozi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 592 W: 0 N: 957] (4596)
  • [2009-09-22 5:19]

Hi Kostas,
this is a fantastic view with good angle. I like the way you composed the bridge.
It is very stylish with effective perspective nd also a good natural framing by the leaves and branches.
Well thought composition.

Regards,
Foozi

Hello Kostas,
Je passe par ici, il y a de jolies images.

La note est belle. Cette région doit être magnifique.
Ce pont arqué en pierre est vraiment sculptural , il jette sa masse dans l'eau, les reflets sont fantastiques.
Mes compliments.
Belle soirée cher ami.

Yolande

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