wtorek, 1 października 2013

The Old Bridge, Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina



It was built in 1566, completely destroyed in the war 1992-1995, reconstructed in 2004 and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2005.



According to UNESCO “The Old Bridge area, with its pre-Ottoman, eastern Ottoman, Mediterranean and western European architectural features, is an outstanding example of a multicultural urban settlement. To reconstructed Old Bridge and Old City of Mostar is a symbol of reconciliation, international co-operation and of the coexistence of diverse cultural, ethnic and religious communities”.


7 komentarzy:

  1. Wonderful composition, it's an adorable place and I like a lot the stoned wall!
    The lights in this picture are spectacular as well!
    Léia

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  2. Fabulous photo, Doronette ... great light ...

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  3. This is a beautiful shot. I love the perspective and the light. Well done!

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  4. How absolutely wonderful! I would love to walk around this area.

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  5. I have seen many photos of that bridge (that I love) but never this perspective. Awesome!

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