Miguelete Bell Tower and Valencia Cathedral Spain
by Carol Japp
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Miguelete Bell Tower and Valencia Cathedral Spain
Artist
Carol Japp
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Photograph - Photography And Digital Art
Description
Built mainly between the 13th and 15th centuries, in a mixture of architectural styles, but predominantly gothic, the historic Cathedral of Valencia, or Basilica of The Assumption of Our Lady as it is also known is a beautiful building inside and out. Tucked rather awkwardly between buildings, it's difficult to get a good clear view of the entire cathedral. Pictured here from the rear, on the left is the gothic style octagonal Miguelete Tower (El Micalet), a 207 step climb to the top gives wonderful views over the old town and beyond. To the left, one of three ornate doors, The Door of The Apostles, a 16th century masterpiece in the gothic style. In the center, 3 blue tiled domes which are typical of Valencian Baroque architecture. The Cathedral is famously home to a chalice which is said to be The Holy Grail, whether or not this is true remains to be proven but it's certainly worth seeing. I hand blended a little texture with my original photograph to compliment the historical feel of this classic Valencian architectural scene.
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August 25th, 2018
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Carol Japp
Thanks Johanna Hurmerinta for featuring my photo in the 'Ladies Club' group, much appreciated!
Carol Japp
Many thanks for the group homepage features: Nina Prommer of 'ART - It Is Good For You', Tatiana Travelways of 'Travel Art' and First Star Art of 'Gothic Romance', much appreciated!
Tatiana Travelways
Featured in the "Travel Art" group - Congratulations! Please post it to our Facebook group page.
Carol Japp
Thank you Karen Silvestri for featuring my photo on the homepage of the 'Lady Photographers and Artists' group, much appreciated!
Carol Japp
Thank you Dora Sofia Caputo for featuring my photo on the homepage of the 'Picturesque Neighborhoods of The World' group, much appreciated!
Carol Japp
Thanks very much for the group features: John M Bailey of 'Images That Excite You' and Doug Norkum of 'H D R Photography', I appreciate it!
Kathi Mirto
Im always fascinated with the European architecture you capture Carol. The intricacies, history and in this piece the three blue rooftops put it over the top! FLP