Kampa Island
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the Kampa Island is part of Hradčany .
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Special thanks
Made by vi4kin
Thank you my dear friends for your wonderful comments about my pics from ! I REALLY was surprised that you like them ((because I had only 50mm lens and was pressed for time and bla bla bla)). And I wanted to take another kind of photos... :)) I was truly moved by one comment, it was written by Rimma: «I cannot judge upon any technical characteristics of the images as photopictures since I have no professional knowledge on the subject and at the same time I cannot talk about any artistic value of these pictures since again I lack education in Arts. But the most important in these images is that they give me a feeling of presence in this magic country. And play and use of colour, perfect compositiom subject or, let’s say, ideal perspective are not the only point here. I feel that these pictures have the air of Prague – chilly wind brining a mixture of smells of autumn leaves and beer; sound of chime together with tinkling of tram’s bells; fluttering pigeons and blooming geranium in every window, beautiful reflections of street lights in ripple water of Vltava. And this is true about every picture – really a picture, not a photograph, because they are alive.» P.S. special thanks to Irina for help in translation :)) ^^ Ириша, ты прелесть :) Друзья, спасибо вам огромное за все комментарии и отзывы! Я так переживала что еду только с полтинником. Я и не ожидала, что пражские фотографии кому-то сильно понравятся , что их будут переписывать, дабы показать своим близким и друзьям, что у кого-то они будут вызывать ностальгию, а кто-то точно решит съездить в Прагу. Особенно меня тронул комментарий от Риммы, не смогла удержаться вам его не показать: «Вика! Я в очередной раз зашла на твою страничку - ну очень-очень нравятся твои фото! Я не могу рассуждать по поводу технических характеристик рисунков как фотографий - нет профессиональной подготовки, и не могу рассуждать о художественных свойствах их, как картинок, - не хватает образования... но ... главное, что они дарят чувство погружения в волшебную страну, и дело даже не в игре красок, в выстроенности сюжета или там в идеальной перспективе. Мне кажется что от них прямо таки веет запахом Праги - прохладный ветерок со смешанным запахом чуть-осенней листвы и пива; со звоном колоколов и трамваев, порханьем голубей, вездеоконной геранью, с отражениями фонарей в ряби Влтавы. И так каждый рисунок - а это именно рисунок, потому что он живой.» Римма, спасибо огромное!!!
Campsite with view
Made by Silanov
Charles Bridge and Vltava river, seen from Kampa Island on the Lesser Quarter side, Prague, Czech Republic Some background information: The Charles Bridge crosses the Vltava river. Its construction started in 1357 under the auspices of King Charles IV, but wasn’t finished before the beginning of the 15th century. As the only means of crossing the Vltava river, the Charles Bridge was the most important connection between the Old Town, Prague Castle and adjacent areas until 1841. This solid-land connection made Prague important as a trade route between Eastern and Western Europe. The bridge was originally called the Stone Bridge (Kamenný most) or the Prague Bridge (Pražský most) but has been known as the Charles Bridge (Karlův most) since 1870. It is 516 meters long and nearly 10 meters wide, resting on 16 arches shielded by ice guards. Three bridge towers protect its portals, two of them on the Lesser Quarter side and this one on the Old Town side. The bridge is decorated by a continuous alley of 30 statues and statuaries of saints, most of them baroque-style, which were erected around 1700. During the day the Charles Bridge is a very busy place, with painters, owners of kiosks and other traders alongside numerous tourists crossing the bridge. Only during the night it changes its face into a more quiet spot. Kampa Island is an island in the Vltava river on the Lesser Quarter side. Charles Bridge crosses its northern tip. The island is separated from the Lesser Quarter by a narrow artificial channel called the Devil's Stream. This waterway used to power watermills, which unfortunately are no longer existent. Supposedly it was named after a sharp-tongued woman who lived nearby in a house called The Seven Devils. Kampa Island itself was named in 1620 by Spanish soldiers who used the island as their camp and tented here during the Battle of White Mountain. By the way, perhaps it would have been a better idea to take this picture without these leaves on top. At least I think so. Well, hindsight is easier than foresight. ;-)
Double protection
Made by Silanov
The two bridge towers from the Lesser Quarter side and the gateway between them, seen from the Charles Bridge, Prague, Czech Republic Some background information: The two towers from the Lesser Quarter side are located at the western end of the Charles Bridge. They differ in size and style. The shorter one is a remaining of the Judith Bridge, which used to be the predecessor bridge of the Charles Bridge, built in 1158 in the Romanesque style. The higher one dates from 1464. It’s a representative of the Gothic period and built to a plan of the German architect Peter Parler. The Charles Bridge crosses the Vltava river. Its construction started in 1357 under the auspices of King Charles IV, but wasn’t finished before the beginning of the 15th century. As the only means of crossing the Vltava river, the Charles Bridge was the most important connection between the Old Town, Prague Castle and adjacent areas until 1841. This solid-land connection made Prague important as a trade route between Eastern and Western Europe. The bridge was originally called the Stone Bridge (Kamenný most) or the Prague Bridge (Pražský most) but has been known as the Charles Bridge (Karlův most) since 1870. It is 516 meters long and nearly 10 meters wide, resting on 16 arches shielded by ice guards. Three bridge towers protect its portals, one of them on the Old Town side and these two ones on the Lesser Quarter side. The bridge is decorated by a continuous alley of 30 statues and statuaries of saints, most of them baroque-style, which were erected around 1700. During the day the Charles Bridge is a very busy place, with painters, owners of kiosks and other traders alongside numerous tourists crossing the bridge. Only during the night it changes its face into a more quiet spot. By the way behind the gate you can see Mostecká Street as well as the baroque Church of St Nicholas.
KARLUV MOST
Made by ninaiznaizena
Non / Where: Praga / Praha / Prague(Txekiar Errepublika) Noiz / When: 2006-12-03 (17:12) Kamara / Camera: CANON EOS350D Objetiboa / Lens: CANON EFS 17-85mm (38mm) ISO: 200 Programa / Program: MANUAL Exposizioa / Exposition time: 25 F zenbakia / number F: 20 Tripodea erabiliz / using tripod Software: Digital Photo Profesional (RAW) Software: Photoshop CS (Sepia moldaketa)(colour processing) Karlos zubia (Karlův most), Pragako zubirik zaharrena da eta Moldava (Vltava) ibaia zeharkatzen du. Pragako hiri zaharra (Staroměstská) eta hiri txikia (Malá Strana) elkartzeko eraikia izan zen, diseinu lanak 1357. urtean Peter Parler ingeniariak hasi zituen eta zubia 1400 urtean bukatu zela uste da. Zubiaren alde bakoitzean dorre bana dago, argazkian Malá Strana-ko dorrea ikus daiteke. Zubi hau, Txekiako bigarren zubirik zaharrena da. (iturria Pragako Lonely Planet gida / 2005eko edizioa). Charles Bridge (Czech: Karlův most) is a famous historical bridge that crosses the Vltava river in Prague, Czech Republic. Its construction started in 1357 under the direction of ingineer Peter Parler, and finished in the beginning of 15th century. As the only means of crossing the river in Prague, Charles Bridge used to be the most important connection between the Old Town (Staroměstská) and Prague Castle (Malá Strana) areas until 1841. Also this 'solid-land' connection made Prague important as a trade route between east and west Europe. The bridge was originally called the Stone Bridge (Kamenný most) or the Prague Bridge (Pražský most) but has been the Charles Bridge since 1870. More information en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karluv_most
Charles Bridge
Made by tonypreece
This is the famous Charles Bridge, crossing the river in Prague. Photographed from a viewtower at the end of the bridge. I spent an hour or so busking here Monday night with Mel, an Austrian guitarist, Alex & 2 American sisters, Laura & Mora who were singing for their supper, well for fun really. Mel & I joined them then went to a bar to spend the earnings. We had a great time there, those guys rock! ---- Construction of the bridge started in 1357 under the auspices of King Charles IV, and was finished in 1400. As the only means of crossing the river in Prague, Charles Bridge used to be the most important connection between the Old Town, Prague Castle and adjacent areas, utill 1841. Also this 'solid-land' connection made Prague important as a trade route between east and west Europe. The bridge was originally called the Stone Bridge (Kamenný most) or the Prague Bridge (Pražský most) but has been the Charles Bridge since 1870. The bridge is 516 meters long and nearly 10m wide, resting on 16 arches shielded by ice guards. It is protected by three bridge towers, two of them on the Lesser Quarter side and the third one on the Old Town side. The Old Town bridge tower is often considered to be one of the most astonishing civil gothic-style buildings in the world. The bridge is decorated by a continuous alley of 30 statues and statuaries, most of them baroque-style, erected around 1700. (Information from www.wikipedia.com)
*** Eternity is not enough - Charles Bridge (Prague) Left piers.
Made by * alǝx *
Wiki : The Charles Bridge (Czech: Karlův most listen (help·info)) is a famous historic bridge that crosses the Vltava river in Prague, Czech Republic. Absolute Location: 50°5′11.21″N 14°24′42.68″ECoordinates: 50°5′11.21″N 14°24′42.68″E. Its construction started in 1357 under the auspices of King Charles IV, and finished in the beginning of the 15th century. As the only means of crossing the river Vltava (Moldau), the Charles Bridge was the most important connection between the Old Town, Prague Castle and adjacent areas until 1841. This solid-land connection made Prague important as a trade route between Eastern and Western Europe. The bridge was originally called the Stone Bridge (Kamenný most) or the Prague Bridge (Pražský most) but has been the Charles Bridge since 1870. The bridge is 516 meters long and nearly 10 meters wide, resting on 16 arches shielded by ice guards. It is protected by three bridge towers, two of them on the Lesser Quarter side and the third one on the Old Town side. The Old Town bridge tower is often considered to be one of the most astonishing civil gothic-style buildings in the world. The bridge is decorated by a continuous alley of 30 statues and statuaries, most of them baroque-style, originally erected around 1700 but now all replaced by replicas.
King Charles IV Bridge anno 1357
Made by B℮n
Charles Bridge is a famous historical bridge that crosses the Vltava river in Prague, Czech Republic. Its construction started in 1357 under the auspices of King Charles IV, and finished in the beginning of 15th century. As the only means of crossing the river Vltava (Moldau), the Charles Bridge used to be the most important connection between the Old Town, Prague Castle and adjacent areas until 1841. Also this 'solid-land' connection made Prague important as a trade route between east and west Europe. The bridge was originally called the Stone Bridge (Kamenný most) or the Prague Bridge (Pražský most) but has been the Charles Bridge since 1870. Photo taken from the Malostranská mostecká věž . De Karelsbrug (Karlův most) is een beroemde brug over de (Moldau) in Praag. De brug ligt in het district Praag 1 en verbindt de Oude Stad met de wijk Malá Strana. De constructie startte in 1357 onder koning Karel IV. Indertijd was het de enige verbinding om de rivier in Praag over te steken. Tot 1841 was het de belangrijkste verbinding tussen de Oude Stad en het kasteel van Praag. Oorspronkelijk was de naam 'de stenen brug' en sinds 1870 bekend onder de naam Karelsbrug.
COEXIST - The John Lennon Wall in Prague
Made by Martin Ujlaki
Lennon Wall. The Lennon Wall was an ordinary wall in Prague, but since John Lennon's death Prague's youth have covered it with John Lennon inspired graffiti and Beatles lyrics.. In 1988 the wall was a source of irritation for the then a communist regime of Gustav Husak. Young Czechs would write grievances on the wall and a government report written of it at this time led to a clash between hundreds of students and security police on the nearby Charles Bridge. The movement these students followed was described ironically as Lennonism and the Czech authorities described these educated peaceful people as alcoholics, mentally deranged, sociopaths, and agents of Western capitalism. The wall continuously undergoes change and the original portrait of Lennon is long lost under layers of spray-paint. The wall is owned by the Knights of the Maltese Cross, who graciously allow graffiti to continue on what is actually a lovely Renaissance wall. It is located at Velkoprevorske namesi (Grand Priory Square), by: Mala Strana, on prague-guide.co.uk - - - Also, see the Flickr group:
Imagine
Made by Juliano Mattos
Imagine (John Lennon) Imagine there's no heaven It's easy if you try No hell below us Above us only sky Imagine all the people Living for today Imagine there's no countries It isn't hard to do Nothing to kill or die for And no religion too Imagine all the people Living life in peace You may say, I'm a dreamer But I'm not the only one I hope some day You'll join us And the world will be as one Imagine no possessions I wonder if you can No need for greed or hunger A brotherhood of man Imagine all the people Sharing all the world You may say, I'm a dreamer But I'm not the only one I hope some day You'll join us And the world will be as one ------------------------------------------------------ The John Lennon Peace Wall is located in Kampa Island, Malá Strana - Prague.
Autumn Prague
Made by vi4kin
Когда я летела в Прагу, ждала что все буде желто-золотистое, город будет утопать в опавших листьях. Когда вышли из автобуса в аэропорту.... а тут то лето! Все зеленое :) На фотографии запечатлены самые-самые осенние деревья. Кстати, многие русские туристы ехали в Прагу именно в конце сентября, чтобы посмотреть золотую осень... Но зато нам повезло с погодой, когда уезжали начались дожди.
Vltava
Made by vi4kin
Это второй варинат карточки с изображением Ратуши возле Карлова Моста. И на переднем плане Стрелецкий остров, и сидят на нем, любуясь видом, конечно же, японские туристы :))) Японских туристов было больше всего, как и немецких. Одно удивляет меня сильно — что Германия, что Япония, не особо большие страны по населению, но в основном везде туристы именно из этих стран.. :)
banda jazz
Made by NikoGogol
You must remember this: A kiss is still a kiss, A sigh is just a sigh. The fundamental things apply As time goes by. And when two lovers woo They still say: 'I love you'. On that you can rely, No matter what the future brings, As time goes by. Moonlight and love songs, Never out of date. Hearts full of passion, Jealousy and hate. Woman needs man, And man must have his mate. That, no one can deny. It's still the same old story, A fight for love and glory, A case of do or die. The world will always Welcome lovers As time goes by. As time goes by (theme from Casablanca film)
Prague Canal
Made by szeke
This canal is just after you cross the Charles Bridge going towards Old Town. It had nice reflections and a beautiful sky. It is a nice Prague scene. The Shot: - ISO 100, 21mm, f18 - 3 shots: 1/160, 1/40, 1/10 secs. Photomatix: - Details enhancer starting with starting with painterly effect, more microcontrast, reduced temperature, reduced luminosity and gamma and white point adjusted to make it brighter. Photoshop: - Imagenomic noise reduction. - Nik Color Efex: Pro Contrast. - Nik Color Efex: Tonal Contrast. - Desaturate sky. - Nik Color Efex: Darken/Lighten Center.
The reflection of city
Made by vi4kin
Вид на Ратушу с реки Влтава. (Я так думаю что это Ратуша, но не уверена). Это мы брали на прокат лодочку, и катались на ней вокруг Стрелецкого озера. Красота кругом, и столько уток!!! :)) Как ни странно, но самые четкие фотографии получились, когда я фотографировала с рук из лодки.... :))) а не со штатива...
Arroyo del Diablo
Made by belthelem
Casi al final del puente de Carlos se encuentran unas escaleras que conducen a la Isla de Kampa, un reducto de sosiego y belleza que suele estar menos transitado que el abarrotado puente. La isla se formó por una pequeña bifurcación del río conocido como el “Riachuelo del Diablo”. Se dice que debe su nombre a la dueña de una de las viviendas próximas que, según cuentan, no era muy popular entre sus vecinos. Más información en nuestro blog Nelebland
Spot the differences 3 - Charles Bridge, Prague
Made by Mike G. K.
The photo above and the one in the comments below have 12 differences. Can you find them? Mark them with a note and a small description of the difference. I marked one as an example. View both photos together Been momentarily on Thank you for playing and for your great comments All differences have been found. Can you tell which of the two photos is the original and which is the manipulated?
Boat trips on the Vltava
Made by 5ERG10
If you are looking for some unusual Prague sightseeing, you can take advantage of Prague Venice boat trips and see Prague’s main sights from the perspective of the fisherman sailing Vltava river with his boat 100 years ago. Buy your tickets here! Or book early to avoid disappointments! On Explore 18 November 2008, thanks for all the comments and faves! Visit my website for prints
The Light
Made by greg.gibb
Charles Bridge, Prague, Czech Republic. I probably took two hundred shots of the Charles Bridge and a great many of them were at the western end. The cloudy weather made the chase for good light fairly frustrating. Most of my time was spent waiting for better light while taking shots to tune the composition. I finally scored some beautiful light for a few minutes during morning number three.
Bye Bye Autumn from Prague
Made by 5ERG10
I liked the perspective here, and even more interesting was this scene from the perspective of a bicycle wheel - see below ;-) have a good weekend all!! The special 2 for 1 offer has worked: on Explore 12 December 2008, thanks for all the comments and faves! Visit www.sergioamiti.com for prints
The Morning cafe
Made by vi4kin
more pixels Этот небольшой уютный уголок, рядом с речушкой Чертовка, называется Пражская Венеция. Поразительно сколько городов мира сравнивают с Венецией :))
Nearest places of interest:
| Čertovka mill-race Hotel Alchymist Residence Nosticova Kampa Museum Strelecky Island | Liechtenstein Palace Hotel Archibald At the Charles Bridge House of Jan Werich Hotel Kampa Garden |
