Stone Wall of Incas

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Stone Wall of Incas
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Copyright: Vandana Bajikar (vandana2923) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2627 W: 125 N: 5737] (22017)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2006-11-22
Categories: Architecture
Camera: Nikon D-70s, Sigma 17-70 f/2.8-4.5 DC Macro, UV
Exposure: f/4.5, 1/125 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Travelogue: Peru - Start to South America
Theme(s): Friday Theme 2008/05/09 "Brick/Stone Wall", My Photos >= 100 points, Ancient civilizations, Machu-Picchu [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-05-08 14:39
Viewed: 572
Points: 132
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
My contribution to the Helen's theme...
The great stone architecture of Machu Pichhu from Incas :-) from my 2006 Peru trip. Shooted with my old buddies (both camera and lens).

Machu Picchu is located about 80 km from Cuzco high in the Andes mountains. Archaeologists think that it was probably a royal estate and religious retreat built between 1460 and 1470. It was constantly being remodeled. Builders, attendants, planters, priests, artisans, and mamacunas probably lived there all the time.

Master engineers, the Inca built structures that are still standing today. At Machu Picchu, the most famous Inca settlement, stone terraces prevent erosion and provide level spaces for planting, making the most of difficult terrain.

The Inca’s best known building technique is that of fine masonry, in which carefully shaped stones fit together perfectly without mortar or cement. Only the most important buildings were built using this tedious and slow method.

Incas are considered as the great stone masonries. It is still believed that "The rocks used to dance on their command."

These walls were, and are, so strong that the Spanish often chose to simply build on top of them instead of destroy them. As if the stone streets and the city’s “living museum” feel were not enough, seeing these hundreds of years old stone walls as you make your way about town is truly a treat.

All the stones used were either from the mountain or carried by people on this height without any mechanical equipment.
All the work is done by hand, and with chisel and hammer.

These are ruins of the houses at Machu Pichhu. The way they've constrcuted it that early morning sun rays will fall on house and lit up everything. Don't forget that Incas were Sun worshiper.

Enjoy this great structure from Inacs.
Thanks
Vandana
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“As the traveler who has once been from home is wiser than he who has never left his own doorstep, so a knowledge of one other culture should sharpen our ability to scrutinize more steadily, to appreciate lovingly, our own”
--by Margaret Mead
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hi vandana, wow what a neat shot, excellent colors,textures and light, i really like this point of view too, this place must have been amazing,
tfs,
scott

Good contribution to the theme Vandana ;)
Wonderful shot . Well seen and taken.
TFS

-Josée

Superb shot !
Great composition and exposure control
good use of the light, and it is very clear what you want to show. Congratulations and TFS
Mario

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  • RSK Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 217 W: 40 N: 269] (2492)
  • [2008-05-08 16:10]

Greetings Vandana,I am always amazed at the building techniques of civilizations from centuries past,those that are still standing,whether in ruins or not are a testement to the skill of these civilizations,how did they acquire the knowledge to build structures that would last through the centuries, & without the mechanical equipment that is used today.Your image is a great example of their expertise.TFS

Ron

Hello Vandana,

i like this pov alot well composed and captured poto excllent details well presented and captured photo

TFS Kyle

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  • Beger Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2899 W: 528 N: 3093] (13828)
  • [2008-05-08 18:12]

Hi Vandana,
Two splendid walls here, this stone wall set up by Incas and the other (the Andes mountains) by nature. One like the other are admirably shown by you!
Excellent POV in dive, fine details on the wall and depth of field. Just a little tilt on the left side,not really important! Beautifully done! Annie

Hi Vandana,
It is really no surprise that this place is considered as one of the wonders of the world. I haven't been there yet but I heard a a lot of wonderful things about the place. You've captured the scene beautifully ... great POV. Image quality and color saturation is good too. Well composed ... I like the color contrasts between the ruins and the surrounding greenery. Well done! tfs
Cheers,
Renier

Hello Vandana!
this could probably be my favorite place on earth!!! so peacefull and mesmerizing!
You have captured it very well, lovely light and superb details of the ruins. A fantastic shot!!
Did you do the 4 day walk or did you take the train?? ;)

Regards.
LuDivine

Vandana

arquitectura y belleza de paisaje te felicito

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  • thor68 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 374 W: 85 N: 689] (4285)
  • [2008-05-08 22:17]

what an impressive wall! :-) it is always amazing to see how they built up there so long ago. wonderful composition and a
terrific light shining on the old stones. well done & take care, thor.

Hi Vandana,

Yes of course you would have the perfect brick walls in stock! Must have been so impressive to be here.
Amazing if you let it sink in how all this came about - great job (yes from them as well).

TFS
Els

Hi, Vandana,
Mighty walls with so many legends untold.
TFS
Valerka:)

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  • Tomek Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1177 W: 35 N: 1885] (10689)
  • [2008-05-08 22:45]
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Hello Vandana - Perfect in theme and so nice to see this famous site, really great work.
I hope you'll post more from there.
Tom:)

wonderful image Vandana, i like the light shining on the stone walls, the low light at BG green mountains, gave a dramatic effect on the photo.well composed.TFS.
regards.................andres

very contrasted with the shade in BG, nice
regards
jo

Hi Vandana,
Great shot,
Very beautiful place,
Great colours,
I love old houses..
Nicely framed,
TFS..

Vaibhav...

Hello Vandana,

A very beautiful contribution to the theme. I like very much the POV of these walls. Good lighting and clear details. TFS

Best regards,
Sorina

WOW vandana
An excellent capture.
Taken from an excellent Perspective. The Depth of Field is superb.
Perfect for the Theme.
Congrats

Boa noite Vandana

Great tribute to a wonderfull place. Great composition and capture. Lovely.

My regards

teresat

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  • azaf1 Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 552 W: 37 N: 607] (3835)
  • [2008-05-09 2:18]

Hi Vandana
Exotic places full of legends and history. Your composition does great justice to it with the great detail and beautiful colors and the archaic atmosphere
My compliments
Argiris

Hi Vandana,

Preciosa composición de este bello lugar, tiene que ser una gozada estar en el Machu Picchu. Buen disparo.

Regards,

Pako

hello Vandana
Interesting Historical value shot
great Architecture
interesting composition
I like the background
Informative notes.
regards
manuj mehta

Impressive! The walls, the depth of the valley, and the way you catched both...!
Great managing of DOF for an outstanding outcome.
TFS
Ciao, Antonella

Hi Vandana,
What a stunning mountain scene, even better with the ancient stone ruins in the foreground.
A really beautiful image, well seen and captured.
Pete.

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  • sela Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 325 W: 1 N: 182] (2027)
  • [2008-05-09 3:48]

Very great shot,excellent in all its ways. And thanks for the infos.
Best regards Rose

This is a plce which is on my wishing list. Excellent capture, and the theme is fantastic. Well done.
Best wishes,
Achim

Hi Vandana,

Fine shot for the theme.
BEAUTIFULL LIGHTS, TONES.
Well done.

jp

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  • Dot Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 708 W: 0 N: 1045] (4412)
  • [2008-05-09 5:03]
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Hi Vandana
How I envy your travels to this place.
Wonderful capture of these old ruins, the precision and sharpness are very impressive, and the lighting a plus.
Dot

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  • harpya Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4882 W: 177 N: 5546] (30173)
  • [2008-05-09 5:26]

Hello Vandana

Beautiful look of this magic place.
a civilization almost lost,
found with beautiful details and charmed ruins.
A wonderful natural light illuminates these beautiful stones.
Beautiful scenery and landscape!
Congratulations

Sérgio

Gorgeous!! I'm so happy you posted this Vandana! I would LOVE someday to visit here! Really gorgeous sight! Perfect for the theme!
B-) B-)
Linda

Amazing shot Vandana,
Perfect POV and composotion.
I love the lighting and diagonal line
caused by the walls across the shot.
Excellent capture!.
- Vincent

Hi Vandana,
What a superb contribution to the theme.Excellent POV, details and lighting.Very good perspective.TFS.
Namasthe,

hAyAti

Hello Vandana, these walls look so strong; they were obviously built with great skill.Your notes are excellent.
A great composition with the mountains and valley a perfect backdrop, and also because it puts the buildings into context.
Excellent POV.
Tfs, regards Jean.

Hi Vandana
Great stone wall, excellent architecturel view.
beautiful colour and details of this theme.
Well done.TFS.
Greetings.
H.Ayhan
:)

Hi Vandana, really nice composition and lighting with the close up of the triangular wall and other similar ones at the bg, textures and details look great

rgds
Allen

Excellent entry for the theme.
Good sharpness and details on this shot.
Amazing those old structure.
TFS
Pierre

Bonjour Vandana
Le contraste est excellent et met un bel accent sur la pierre,c'est très bien réalisé.
Bravo et bonne journée.
Amicalement
Gildas

Perfect for the theme. I saw the whole place of it in my magazine. Nice write up.
Dennis

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  • moli Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1201 W: 285 N: 1314] (7057)
  • [2008-05-09 16:11]

Hi Vandana.
Great composition presnted for this theme.
Wonderful view on the backgorund.
My compliments.
Janek Kloss

Hi Vandana,
Fantastic and magic walls. Excellent colours and pov.
Regars
maria

Nice capture in good soft light.

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  • puffy Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2029 W: 135 N: 2987] (16248)
  • [2008-05-09 23:39]

Hello Vandana,

What an excellent shot, I love the colours, lighting and textures here, most of all, the pov, the landscape and the valley, just awesome!!!

Have a great weekend,

Cheers,
Sweety

Hello Vandana,
They were impressive architects and constructors back then!
Plus impressive alot of other things, an amazing and advanced civilization indeed...
The fine light really makes the ancient structures stand out, effective point of view and a dynamic composition!
Greetings,
Pablo -

HI Vandana,
Powerful image,great for the theme..
Absolutely stunning and great details..
Wonderful capture and well composed.
Once again! Beautiful my friend.

Anan

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  • WMcK Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 730 W: 11 N: 1524] (5944)
  • [2008-05-10 4:23]

Wonderful capture and presentation of this great history, Vandana. I just love the view you have uses to show us the architecture and the landscape contours behind. Perfect compliment for each other. Excellent work.
Warm Regards
Wanda

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  • jawa Gold Star Critiquer [C: 1585 W: 0 N: 1] (10097)
  • [2008-05-10 5:32]

Hi Vandana
Very good registration of the Wall,
Gr Jos
P**

LOVE IT!!! amazing place, great view !
Have a safe trip! :)
diana
(**)

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  • Derona Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 153 W: 92 N: 324] (1805)
  • [2008-05-10 11:42]

Hi Vandana

Wonderful shot.
Like your POV and the contrast between the stones and the mountains behind.
Well done.

Regards Derek

Hello Vandana,
Great Machu Pichhu.
Light and texture of walls excellent.
Selahattin E
:)

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  • Juliet Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 674 W: 34 N: 1425] (8723)
  • [2008-05-10 15:42]

Hi Vandana,
A very beautiful place- a nice contribution. I I can only imagine the sights to see there. Incredible lighting and details. TFS Julie

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  • c_rapp Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 994 W: 17 N: 1099] (6196)
  • [2008-05-10 21:08]

Beautiful view!! Great details and wonderful color. A great very informative note too. TFS
Christan

Hi Vandana,
Beautiful picture nicely composed for the theme,
Excellent POV. and details, This is and old stone wall very well taken and presented with beautiful colors and sharpness, All my compliments
Michel.

Hello Vandana!
Really nice picture you chose for Fridays theme!
Great light and perfect detail!
Nice colours!
Best regards!
Lili

...I return... :)

Hi, Vandana!

Wonderful panorama with nice composition and colours. Superb shot!

jazmin

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  • chrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4018 W: 207 N: 3392] (26027)
  • [2008-05-11 7:00]

Hi Vandana!

I'd love to go here someday. Fantastic dramatic lighting, with good sharpness. Tfs!

Hi Vandana,
Wonderful shot of interesting historical place....
Sharpnes shot and good details. I love it.tfs.
Dr.Seyfettin Güner

Hi Vanny,
Instead of the technical side just one question: are You sure this magic settlement (and the several others in South America) was built by the Incas in the Middle Ages? Not by another, much older civilization thousands of years ago?! What the official archeology says about this type of cultures is a simple nonsense and is nothing but lie.
Congrats for the photo (You can see I like it), cheerz, László

Amazing shot !!and must be great experience to be there and making those amazing pictures :)
warm regards
biljana

greetings Vandana! lucky you to visit these historical sites i can only see in books. beautiful colors.

sorry i miss lots of your beautiful shot, Vandana.. i wish i can go to this historical place but i always scared to go place like this.. beautiful capture of this stone wall.. suit well with last week theme.. well done.

regards, terry

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  • efi Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 230 W: 13 N: 154] (2843)
  • [2008-05-17 3:02]

hi vandana;
thaks for sharing this inka stone walls because my husband is in love with them :)..super net shot with a great depth...

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  • k-2 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 579 W: 6 N: 388] (2477)
  • [2008-05-21 18:42]

Good geometries presented. Nice to catch the light on the stones. Very crisp foreground. TFS. K2

Hi Vandana,

Excellent contribution to the theme, very good POV, composition is well balanced and lighting very good. Through your lens I see an amazing area with historical value and beauty.
TFS,
Greetings,
Vassilis

Hello Vandana
so far have missed critiquing this..
Great composition and colours. Sharpness and details are excellent and the lighting is great. Well done and compliments my friend

Good WE from Holland

John

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  • Mitra Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1421 W: 74 N: 749] (6946)
  • [2008-06-30 10:04]

Great composition and good use of the light.Well done.
Mitra

You did some digging in your archives, and so did I in your gallery! Love this shot, the soaring heights over the valley. Nice and crisp, with an air of mystery.
Cheers and see you soon in Montreal
Otto

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