Freedom, a photo from Algarve, South

Photographer's Note

Standing on Cape St Vincent, Europe's most souh-western corner, you feel an imense feeling of freedom because of the with vieuws and enormous scale.

Cabo de São Vicente (Cape St.Vincent) near Sagres in Portugal and the Ponta de Sagres together form the south-western corner of the European continent. The cape consists of a steep cliff of about 69 m with almost no vegetation.

It was already sacred ground in Neolithic times, as standing menhirs within the area attest. The name of the area it is located in still recalls the Promontorium Sacrum (or Holy Promontory) of the Romans. The Ancient Greeks called it Ophiussa (Land of Serpents), inhabited by the Oestriminis. The early Christians followed that tradition and dedicated this last part of the known world to St. Vincent, giving name also to the neighbouring coast (Costa Vicentina). According to the legend the relics of the martyr Saint Vincent were transported from the Holy Land to the cape by ravens.

The impressive lighthouse which provides a guiding beam to ships passing the cape is open for visits. Although this is one of the most frequented seaways in the world, ships have to respect such distances for security reasons, that they can barely be seen on the horizon.
On the surrounding cliffs, beaten by the strength of the vast Atlantic, local fishermen risk their lives wedged on dramatic perches with the thundering sea below. Year by year some of them, as well as some imprudent tourists, meet their death here

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timecapturer (49288) 2011-01-15 4:51

Hi Kik
well composed and stunning colour contrasts here in this beautiful shot. The birds just add the touch needed to emphasis the size and dominance of the rocky outcrop. Well done!

Regards
Brian D.

dta (98848) 2011-01-15 5:21

Hello Kik ,
A beautiful coastal landscape ; Excellent composition with the two succesive grounds , very well placed . Amazing colors of the rocks and superb contrasts with the blue sea .
Regards

humayun (3129) 2011-01-15 7:15

HI DEAR kiks..........
GOOD VIEW OF SEA NAD MOUNTAIN..........
POV IS NICE ALSO.............
GOOD WORK........
WELCOMPO.....
WELDON...
tFS.........

patdeph (35750) 2011-01-16 9:29

hello Kik
this is a superb landscape,and I like the softness brought by the slight mist!Superb!
Regards
Pascale

paololg (31448) 2011-01-16 13:39

Yes, dear Kik, this is an image that inspires feelings of freedom and great opened spaces, to contact with the uncontaminated nature. Marvelous the fading of the colors of the sky and the sea to the horizon. Congratulations!
Ciao, have a nice week!
Paolo

lucasgalodoido (27698) 2011-01-17 17:45

Hi Kik,
really very beautiful and impressive this view, and the colors scene are wonderful. I like of the fusion between sea and sky, fantastic! Great job, my friend.
Regards,
Lucas

sacimar (38173) 2011-01-18 6:37

Hi Kiks,

I like the tones and colors fo the sea and the rocks, I understand your feeling of freedom in that place, well seen,

Best regards

Sergio

ruisc_pt (11584) 2011-01-18 9:07

Nice note on my country Kik.
The image speaks with it too.
TFS
R

papagolf21 (152605) 2011-01-18 13:39

Bonsoir, cher Kik,
Une magnifique image qui fait briller les yeux tant la beauté est présente.
Il semble bien difficile de détacher le regard de cette composition.
Il existe un effet de relief saisissant !
Amitiés.
Philippe

vasilpro (41801) 2011-01-18 13:55

Hello Kik,
Beautiful atmosphere, lovely colors, excellent light management, wonderful composition from a very nice POV.
Have a nice evening, Vasilis.

yeln (11516) 2011-01-18 21:21

hi Kiks
zelo izviren naslov fotografije, ki zares dopušča svobodo. odlične barve in POV!! bravo! tfs!
lep dan, vojko

mauro61 (53411) 2011-01-21 3:44

ciao Kik,
belli i colori e il taglio stretto di questa panoramica.
Piani compositivi che si susseguono perfettamente,
un saluto
maurizio

delpeoples (60342) 2011-01-21 4:28

Hi Kik

From frozen to Netherlands to balmy Portugal, I like this variety. A beautiful view, excellent POV and amazing colours.

TFS and I wish you a beautiful weekend
Lisa

jmdias (114240) 2011-01-21 5:27

kik

the view here looks so different I can't recognize the cape. interesting pov and precious colors, framing and sharpness. the contrast between the blues and reds is amazing. seeing this arid landscape and at same time watching out my window with a big storm near to fall

hugs

jorge

Juntas (7960) 2011-01-28 2:55

Hi Kiks. A beautiful photo from Sagres. Composition was very well thought with the foreground rocks framing the background ones. Great colors and nice polarizer effect. Beautiful light and very good sharpness make this an amazing shot. Well done.
Have a nice day.
Paulo

Henryk_Bilor (20803) 2011-01-28 9:19

Hello
What an amazing view! It isn`t surprising that it was a sacred place. Great composition and light.
Regards

claudeD (47754) 2011-02-15 9:48

Hello,

very fine seaside shot with a perfect composition and excellent colors.I particulary like the excellent clarity in this picture.Very well done. TFS.

With regards from Luxembourg

JC

jemaflor (146258) 2011-03-12 9:41

Hi K,
Very beautiful presentation with this brightness and this lovely blue sea, interesting landscape, well managed the frame with the curve well placed just under the rocks seen in the bg.