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Black & White Sunday: A Castle
For a small sized country Croatia has its fair share of castles and manors though many of them are in a state of despair. The one in the photo is well preserved and is the most visited castle in the region. Trakošćan dates back to the 13th century, and has changed many owners in the course of its history. It was first built as a fortress within Croatia’s northwestern fortification system to monitor the road from Ptuj to Bednja Valley. Today the castle is owned by the Republic of Croatia and hosts a museum with permanent collection of historic artifacts.
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Lost in Translation 
Comme dans un conte de fées, on dirait qu’une magie émane du château et des alentours…
Très beau traitement Paula !
Bon dimanche à toi, j’espère que tu vas bien, moi je vais dans ma famille 🙂
Bisous !
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Bonjour chere Julie 🙂 Je suis ravie que la photo te plaise. Je n’ai aucune idee ce que j’ai fait dans post-traitement, je sais seulement que je me suis arretee quand j’en ai ete contente 😀 J’ai fait une grosse matinee aujourd’hui. Amuse-toi bien chez les tiens. Je t’ecrirai bientot. D’accord? 🙂 Bisous!
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It looks like a beacon of light in a dark forest. That castle looks in great condition.
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🙂 It certainly is 🙂 Thank you, Draco. Have a good Sunday 🙂 or what’s left of it.
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Over here, 1 hour 1 minute of Sunday left. Enjoy your Sunday. Good night. 🙂
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In that case, sleep well and have a great week ahead 😀
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No time to comment now. Gotta go. Will comment later. Here’s my entry.
http://cardinalguzman.wordpress.com/2014/02/23/a-tribute-to-mom/
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It’s a very nice photo Paula. I love the very strong contrast between the dark forest and the bright castle. It’s also nice with the lens vignetting and the image is clear and sharp. I think you’ve done a great job with the post processing and shooting.
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How’s th emuseum? Have you ever been inside? Is there a lot of paintings?
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I’ve skipped it because it was too nice outside, but next time we will go inside 🙂
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Tusen takk Max 🙂
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Cool and idyllic… 🙂 🙂
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😀 🙂 Much appreciated, Drake 🙂
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Sensational photograph
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This is really nice to hear. Thank you very much 🙂
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Great
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Una delicatissima immagine , per questo imponente castello!
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Grazie mia bella Anna. Mi manchi…
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No, Paula, sono sempre qui!
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I have a request…
I want to see something romantic…
Just one pic and I will be your fan
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Ok 😀 How about this one https://bopaula.wordpress.com/2013/05/22/la-vie-en-rose/
or this one https://bopaula.wordpress.com/2013/05/17/weekly-photo-challenge-a-romantic-escape/. If that does not work for you, I’ll dig up some more 😆 You’ve made me laugh. Bless you 🙂
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When you are at it, don’t forget to click the tune button 😉
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Beautiful! 🙂
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Thank you, Linda! 🙂
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The black and white for the castle is lovely. It looks like it almost has a halo around it giving it a wonderful effect.
Have a wonderful week, Paula.
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You too, Angeline. I am happy you liked the castle photo 🙂
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A beautiful looking castle…
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Thank you, Rob 🙂
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That’s a very beautiful capture! And seeing this post i realised, that I know absolutely nothing about Croatia (besides Goran Ivanisevic)…so, your post is even more interesting!
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Oh, we have far more interesting attractions that Goran Ivanisevice :). I will be happy to show you through my posts Sayantan 🙂 Thank you!
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What a lovely combination of castle and church, Paula. I love the drama of this. Was the sky blue when you took the shot, or more stormy?
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It was a clear day, and the sun was setting ….
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It’s lovely! 🙂 Far from you?
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An hour and a half drive from me 🙂 I am glad you like it, Jo 🙂
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Such an exquisite B/W image, Paula! The lighting, angel, and composition are all perfect.
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A mighty white knight of a fortress over the impenetrable black forest, a great shot Paula!
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Boy, you have a way with words; I am always happy to read you dear Patti. Thank you 🙂
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Wonderful x) I’ll visit often friend!
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🙂
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Gorgeous! I’ve dreamed of making a similar composition of Iga Ueno castle.
Impressive history on Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trako%C5%A1%C4%87an_Castle
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Thank you, Allan. I should have included a link to Wikipedia 🙂 I did not think that people would be interested. I am happy to see you are 🙂
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A really beautiful castle, Paula. It has a fairytale quality about it. Looks great in B&W, but I’d also love to see it in colour. 🙂 Love the Medieval sounding music.
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I think you will see it in colour too :D. Thank you, Sylvia 🙂
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The castle is glowing… beautiful work, Paula 🙂
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Beautiful tones in this black and white, it almost looks like it was taken with an infra-red sensor. The castle is really shining, ins’t it?!
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Yes, it is really shining. I appreciate your visit and comment Otto. Thank you very much 🙂
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Beautiful Paula! If you make it to the museum I would love to hear your review. 🙂
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Beautiful Paula! I love how the light highlights the features of the castle. I can imagine that in colour this photo would not be as effective.
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The black and white creates atmosphere and romance Paula!
Thank you for visiting my blog too!
Barbara
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Bonita foto!
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Gostas? 😀
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Sim! 😀
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What a capture! Gorgeous lighting!
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Absolutely too beautiful for words Paula. Great shot hon! 😀
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I am happy and flattered that you like it so much, Sophia 🙂
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Amazing photo! Loving the halo effect. Black and white truly brings out the majestic lines of the castle.
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wow! great shot, paula … it looks like it’s glowing!
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