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One gat from Bruges
Donkey gate
During the construction of the ramparts in 1297, the Donkey’s gate is also built. In 1369 the gate was rebuilt and until the 17th century there were several adjustments. Eventually the superstructure is broken down. The lower gate is kept all that time. In 1906 the gate is thoroughly restored. The last restoration dates from 1991-1993. Today the Donkey gate houses the orchestra Anima Eterna Bruges
Camera Model
Canon EOS 5D
Shooting Date/Time
3/01/2011 15:21:13
Shooting Mode
Manual Exposure
Tv(Shutter Speed)
1/100
Av(Aperture Value)
6.3
ISO Speed
400
Lens
EF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
Focal Length
200.0mm
Image Size
4368x2912
Image Quality
RAW
Picture Style
Landscape
snunney, papagolf21, holmertz, ikeharel, Cricri, Buin, pierrefonds, cornejo, Fis2, pajaran, mcmtanyel, alvaraalto, danos, Royaldevon, rychem, COSTANTINO, PaulVDV, adramad, ChrisJ έχουν(ει) επιλέξει αυτή τη σημείωση ως χρήσιμη
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carper
(96) 2017-12-02 7:22
tjong ik ben de eerste,
mooie plaat van deze poort John, mooi licht goede compositie, heel mooi John.
Ik had vorige week nog geprobeerd contact te maken, maar helaas.
gr. jaap
snunney
(130967) 2017-12-02 7:22
Hello John,
This massive gate is very impressive indeed. I like the rather unusual point of view, which shows the enormous architecture to superb effect. The light is ideal to bring out the colours and textures in the stonework whilst the people crossing the bridge supply scale. I am very intrigued as to how it came by its name of 'Donkey' gate.
papagolf21
(152605) 2017-12-02 7:35
Bonsoir, cher ami John,
Ils dormaient des trιsors qu'il fallait rιveiller.
Cette composition est superbe et mιrite grandement sa place sur ce site.
Un grand merci du partage.
Amitiιs.
Philippe
holmertz
(101946) 2017-12-02 7:47
Hello John,
It's an amazing city gate and a very impressive photo, wonderfully sharp and clear and well exposed. The reflections of especially the bridge are very attractive. The person in the red shirt was never aware of the small but important role he was playing for a distant person's photo.
Kind regards,
Gert
ikeharel
(112397) 2017-12-02 7:57
An imposing sight of the big gate, John, and a great "eye-glasses" reflection from its bridge.
favorable light condition and a well chosen perspective, made this so attractive.
The two figures on their bikes gave life to the still scene.
Wish you a nice weekend,
Ike
Sergiom
(117241) 2017-12-02 8:12
Bonjour John,
Il est vraiment trθs beau chβteau entourι d'eau. Le pont qui y conduit est magnifique. Beau point de vue qui en montre l'ensemble, mais surtout superbe lumiθre en diagonale.
Amicalement
Serge
Cricri
(176) 2017-12-02 9:40
Bonjour John
Ce n'est pas possible que je n'ai pas vue ce chβteau, je vais aller voir dans mes archives :-)
Il est beau avec l'arche du petit pont de pierres et ces reflets, bon moment pris avec les cyclistes
belle lumiθre et couleurs
Belle soirιe
cricri
Buin
(42580) 2017-12-02 9:41
John, you have has wonderful conditions when taking this photo. All is well exposed and I like how you included the bridge in the picture. Also the reflections in the water add a lot to the composition as the "red biker" does.
This city really offers endless beautiful motifs ...
See you! Have a nice Advent time!
Frank
pierrefonds
(113534) 2017-12-02 10:51
Hi John,
The reflections on the water are assets to the composition. The point of view is showing the details of the Donkey's gate. The good luminosity is making the colours to stand out. Have a nice day.
Pierre
cornejo
(61504) 2017-12-02 10:53
Hello John, very good view of this interesting and beautiful fortification of the door, very well composed and captured in this good and beautiful picture. An interesting image, with good sharpness, light, color and quality. Very good and beautiful work perfectly done, my congratulations my friend. Thanks for sharing this interesting work.
Good night and happy Sunday.
All the best from the south of Spain.
Angel.
Fis2
(169659) 2017-12-02 11:52
Witaj John!
Wonderful building (gate) and interesting stone bridge.
I love it.
Excellent frame, colors and light.
Well done.
Nice sunday.
Krzysztof
ChrisJ
(171172) 2017-12-02 12:00
Hello John,
The red trim on the castle and the red attire of the 2 cyclists contrast superbly with the blue sky to give a marvellous warm cold colour contrast. Nice reflections and the double arched bridge adds a strong focal point. Tfs!
pajaran
(114845) 2017-12-02 13:02
Dobro vece, gospodine.
Lep pogled, dobar tekst ...
Lepo pokazana stara arhitektura, dobar kontrast i ostrina, lepe boje, lepo uhvacen trenutak. Lepa stara arhitektura i detalji na fasadi, lep refleks na vodi i krov.
Dobar tekst o koriscenoj tehnici i elementima snimka.
Zelim vam mirnu noc i dobar san, sve najbolje za vikend, srecno.
Paja.
lousat
(138561) 2017-12-02 14:57
Salut John,la porte des anes est encore la apres plusieures restauration et maintenant a une importance tres haute,capture parfaite de cette architechture serieuse mais vraiment magnifique et tres originale,bien fait! Bon Dimanche et merci,Luciano
PiotrF
(54246) 2017-12-02 16:52
Hello John,
Interesting view of Donkey’s gate.
I like very good viewpoint. Good composition and quality.
Thank you for informative notes.
Nice presentation.
Regards
Piotr
abmdsudi
(95869) 2017-12-02 20:07
Hi John
Beautiful shot of the gate system bathed in a glorious low sunshine and look inviting with real feel of the scale. Superb contrast to deep blue sky, the reflective water and the sparkling little red lend a lovely finishing touch. Great visual composition well taken, Congrats
Best regards
mcmtanyel
(67583) 2017-12-02 21:45
Hello John,
I wonder if donkeys went mostly through this gate. I like the reflections on the water and the textures on the walls. The few specks of red add a special touch.
Regards,
MT
Tue
(91526) 2017-12-02 23:40
Hallo John,
Prachtige foto van dit poortgebouw en de oude brug eraan vast. Het zijlicht is heel aangenaam. De compositie is mooi verdeeld tussen het indrukwekkende bouwwerk en het park aan de linkerkant. Bovendien zien we ook nog wat mooie spiegelingen in het kalme water.
Lars
jemaflor
(146234) 2017-12-02 23:44
Salut john,
Originale architecture avec ces diffιrentes constructions et ce sformes, belle luminositι et jolis reflets sur l'eau, bien cadrι avec la vue du pont et des cyclistes, ils animent cette photo oω domine l'architecture.
alvaraalto
(42804) 2017-12-03 3:00
Dag John
Een schitterende foto uit je rijke archief met deze Ezelspoort onder een fraaie strakblauwe lucht. Beter dan de koude motregen van vandaag. De vorst is na een dag al weer verdreven.
Groet Rob
Silvio1953
(220525) 2017-12-03 4:37
Ciao John, great view of fantastic gate, beautiful reflections, wonderful natural colors, excellent clarity and splendid light, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio
danos
(110407) 2017-12-03 5:15
Hell John,
The brilliant light of the day enhance the clarity and the details of the scene.Th3 castle looks so great making the image ίo attractive and unique.
Regards,Danos
Royaldevon
(85606) 2017-12-03 7:01
Hello John,
It is so reassuring that such ancient buildings are carefully restored rather than being pulled down. They are the heritage of the Belgian people and the sort of buildings that will attract tourists!
This is a beautiful example! And, on a day like this, bathed in warm sunshine, looks totally amazing! The circular character of the tower is particularly well recorded/
I really like the extension of arches and bridges, creating a fine guide line.
Though the figures are small, the red clothing has a massive impact, drawing in attention!
My warm regards,
Bev :-)
jmdias
(114220) 2017-12-03 7:34
john
the structure of the bridge, linked with the tower, is for sure a curious architectonic element, anyway the light was perfect for photos and you got a marvelous job here. TFS.
take care
jorge
rychem
(72187) 2017-12-03 9:12
Excellent photo of this impressive and interesting city gate, the fortifikations are imposing, a very good photo with perfect light
regards Ryszard
BennyV
(34734) 2017-12-03 11:57
Dag John
Mooi zijwaarts zicht op deze gekende poort. Ik vind het rood aan de ramen mooi vanuit dit standpunt.
Groeten
Benny
COSTANTINO
(115477) 2017-12-03 12:01
Hello dear John and have a nice time
and a happy new day and new week
impressive capture with this castle and the donkey gate
the light is ideal to bring our the colors
greetings perfect composition
regards
Costantino
PaulVDV
(62790) 2017-12-03 13:44
Hallo John,
Van de Ezelsbrug heb ik hier ook eens een foto getoond maar die was vanop een ander punt genomen.
Het licht valt vanuit de goede richting en de weerspiegelingen zijn prachtig. Mooie ogen gevormd door de brug en het spiegelbeeld.
Deze toegangspoort oogt echt prachtig in het parklandschap.
Vele groeten, Paul
Nicou
(193806) 2017-12-04 7:23
Hello
quelle vue avec les cycliste sur le pont de pierre merveilleux ces couleur qui ressortent et quels reflets sur la plan d'eau sueprbe captage et cette tourles arbres et la vιgιtation superbe.
Bravo et amitiι
Nciou
macjake
(98260) 2017-12-04 16:22
Hi John
this is so attractive, so charming, so picturesque. your photo is just as charming as well. The lighting, the composition, the arches, the stone work, the trees in the bg, so much going for the photo! Wish I could see this place in person. cheers
Craig
adramad
(72536) 2017-12-05 5:02
Hi John.
A beautiful composition, with a curious name, this kind of castle anchored in the water, has a lot of charm along with the bridge, its reflections and the garden that we see in the background.
Magnificent color, which gives great strength to the image.
Very good brightness and perfect sharpness.
Well done. I like very much.
You have a good day.
Very best regards.
Luis.
mkamionka
(73290) 2017-12-05 11:50
Hi John,
such a pretty gate and I think I see it for the first time.
You had a lovely day there, the light was fantastic and you photographed it from the good angle to make the best use of the light. We can admire the context, the nice location of the gate . The arched bridge is nicely reflected in the water adding to the nice geometry of the place. We can also spot two people on their bikes, they bring in some life and color to the scene.
Beautiful capture!!
M
carlo62
(81265) 2017-12-27 15:00
Ciao John
bella la porta e bella la foto, sei riuscito a inserire anche un punto rosso molto interessante.
Bella architettura, ricordo di averla vista, ma non ho nessuna foto, i viaggi bisognerebbe farli sempre due volte....
Saluti
Carlo
Photo Information
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Copyright: John Maenhout (jhm)
(211734)
- Genre: Τοποθεσίες
- Medium: Έγχρωμο
- Date Taken: 2011-01-03
- Categories: Αρχιτεκτονική
- Camera: Canon EOS 5 D Mark II, Canon EF 70-200/2.8 L IS USM, Sandisk EXT.III4GB, B+W 77 010 UV-Haze 1x
- Έκθεση: f/6.3, 30 δευτερόλεπτα
- Έκδοση φωτογραφίας: Πρωτότυπη έκδοση
- Date Submitted: 2017-12-02 7:08