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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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58 responses to “Black & White Sunday: A Castle”

  1. mooonalila Avatar
    mooonalila

    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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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      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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  2. Lignum Draco Avatar
    Lignum Draco

    It looks like a beacon of light in a dark forest. That castle looks in great condition.

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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      🙂 It certainly is 🙂 Thank you, Draco. Have a good Sunday 🙂 or what’s left of it.

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      1. Lignum Draco Avatar
        Lignum Draco

        Over here, 1 hour 1 minute of Sunday left. Enjoy your Sunday. Good night. 🙂

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        1. Paula Avatar
          Paula

          In that case, sleep well and have a great week ahead 😀

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  3. A Tribute to Mom | Cardinal Guzman

    […] post is also a contribution to Paula’s Black & White Sunday that you can find here: https://bopaula.wordpress.com/2014/02/23/black-white-sunday-a-castle/ Follow this link to see more entries for WordPress Weekly Photo […]

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  4. Cardinal Guzman Avatar
    Cardinal Guzman

    No time to comment now. Gotta go. Will comment later. Here’s my entry.

    A Tribute to Mom

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    1. Cardinal Guzman Avatar
      Cardinal Guzman

      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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      1. Cardinal Guzman Avatar
        Cardinal Guzman

        How’s th emuseum? Have you ever been inside? Is there a lot of paintings?

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        1. Paula Avatar
          Paula

          I’ve skipped it because it was too nice outside, but next time we will go inside 🙂

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      2. Paula Avatar
        Paula

        Tusen takk Max 🙂

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  5. ledrakenoir Avatar
    ledrakenoir

    Cool and idyllic… 🙂 🙂

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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      😀 🙂 Much appreciated, Drake 🙂

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  6. tglanvillephotography Avatar
    tglanvillephotography

    Sensational photograph

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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      This is really nice to hear. Thank you very much 🙂

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  7. naturalzprfct Avatar
    naturalzprfct

    Great

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    1. 76sanfermo Avatar
      76sanfermo

      Una delicatissima immagine , per questo imponente castello!

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      1. Paula Avatar
        Paula

        Grazie mia bella Anna. Mi manchi…

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        1. 76sanfermo Avatar
          76sanfermo

          No, Paula, sono sempre qui!

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  8. naturalzprfct Avatar
    naturalzprfct

    I have a request…
    I want to see something romantic…
    Just one pic and I will be your fan

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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      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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    2. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      When you are at it, don’t forget to click the tune button 😉

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  9. Linda Arthur Tejera Avatar
    Linda Arthur Tejera

    Beautiful! 🙂

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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      Thank you, Linda! 🙂

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  10. Angeline M Avatar
    Angeline M

    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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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      You too, Angeline. I am happy you liked the castle photo 🙂

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  11. bulldog Avatar
    bulldog

    A beautiful looking castle…

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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      Thank you, Rob 🙂

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  12. Know-All Avatar
    Know-All

    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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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      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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  13. restlessjo Avatar
    restlessjo

    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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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      It was a clear day, and the sun was setting ….

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      1. restlessjo Avatar
        restlessjo

        It’s lovely! 🙂 Far from you?

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        1. Paula Avatar
          Paula

          An hour and a half drive from me 🙂 I am glad you like it, Jo 🙂

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  14. Amy Avatar
    Amy

    Such an exquisite B/W image, Paula! The lighting, angel, and composition are all perfect.

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  15. Patti Kuche Avatar
    Patti Kuche

    A mighty white knight of a fortress over the impenetrable black forest, a great shot Paula!

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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      Boy, you have a way with words; I am always happy to read you dear Patti. Thank you 🙂

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  16. whatuful Avatar
    whatuful

    Wonderful x) I’ll visit often friend!

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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      🙂

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  17. themofman Avatar
    themofman

    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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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      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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  18. anotherday2paradise Avatar
    anotherday2paradise

    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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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      I think you will see it in colour too :D. Thank you, Sylvia 🙂

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  19. Sreejith Nair Avatar
    Sreejith Nair

    The castle is glowing… beautiful work, Paula 🙂

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  20. Otto von Münchow Avatar
    Otto von Münchow

    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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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      Yes, it is really shining. I appreciate your visit and comment Otto. Thank you very much 🙂

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  21. NW Frame of Mind Avatar
    NW Frame of Mind

    Beautiful Paula! If you make it to the museum I would love to hear your review. 🙂

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  22. Colline Avatar
    Colline

    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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  23. bkpyett Avatar
    bkpyett

    The black and white creates atmosphere and romance Paula!
    Thank you for visiting my blog too!
    Barbara

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  24. paranoiasnfm Avatar
    paranoiasnfm

    Bonita foto!

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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      Gostas? 😀

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      1. paranoiasnfm Avatar
        paranoiasnfm

        Sim! 😀

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  25. Uday Narayanan Avatar
    Uday Narayanan

    What a capture! Gorgeous lighting!

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  26. Sonel Avatar
    Sonel

    Absolutely too beautiful for words Paula. Great shot hon! 😀

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    1. Paula Avatar
      Paula

      I am happy and flattered that you like it so much, Sophia 🙂

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  27. TinCanTraveler Avatar
    TinCanTraveler

    Amazing photo! Loving the halo effect. Black and white truly brings out the majestic lines of the castle.

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  28. Stephen Kelly Creative Avatar
    Stephen Kelly Creative

    wow! great shot, paula … it looks like it’s glowing!

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