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    Conwy Castle

    One of the historic Castles of North Wales. Had to take several to catch some time without car lights dominating the scene.

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    Conwy Castle

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    Stunningly gorgeous... so much so it looks like a fairy tale, the promotion photo for some movie.

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    Very nice! Love that sky as well.

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    Very good work John. Great mood captured with that sky and the composition with the walls and walkways leading through to the castle works very well indeed.

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    Agree, it looks like an opening of a Hollywood movie!
    Excellent photo.
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    Re: Conwy Castle

    John, nicely composed and processed.

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    John: I was there on a whirlwind tour back in the late '90s. I was struck by the existence of a thriving town within the walls of the castle. I'd also visited Warwick Castle, Castle Beaumaris, and Leeds Castle; all of which were tourist destinations.

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    Hi John,

    I can't really add anything without repeating phrases already used by others, but I'll try; "magnificent".

    Worth the wait,

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    Re: Conwy Castle

    Quote Originally Posted by Dave Humphries View Post
    I can't really add anything without repeating phrases already used by others, ".
    Same here. The only, colloquial, term I can think of is that this is a real 'belter'. I think the use of that wall prominent in the foreground and taking us back into the image is an excellent bit of composition.

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    Re: Conwy Castle

    Thanks so much for your comments all of you. Wales is one of our favourite UK holiday destinations. Photographically, there always seems something around the corner. I spotted the possibility driving past earlier in the day on the way back to our cottage behind the castle. If I'm good, I am allowed out for a couple of hours on my own with a camera and this was one of those occasions. George, there is no doubt that the castles are a draw and we do have a few in the UK but North Wales has four within easy reach of each other. All are worth a visit if you ever get another chance.

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    Quote Originally Posted by John 2 View Post
    If I'm good, I am allowed out for a couple of hours on my own with a camera and this was one of those occasions.
    I can relate to that

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    Worth the effort, very nice.

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    What a hovering enigma!!! Stupendous !!!

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    The World over Dave
    Thanks John.
    Thanks Nandakumar.

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    Re: Conwy Castle

    Its a great shot and definitely fits into the category of a much photographed scene/landmark captured from an unusual spot to make a special and unique photo.

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    Thanks for the comment Kaye. I guess that's the challenge with holiday destinations but I rarely succeed.

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