Impressions were collected in late November around Prater and Donaucity.
The (overdue) second part of my picture series shot in the Alps back in August. Three more shots and a panorama.
These shots are from my visit to the Styrian capital of Graz last week. I played around with light and perspective in analog as well in digital “postproduction”. The first shot showcases the so-called love chains on the main bridge above the river Mur. On the right side, you see the green city hill “Schlossberg”. The second picture shows the city hall in B&W.
These were taken in the “Rüstkammer”, the largest depot of medieval armory worldwide. As I had not planned the visit, I was not sure what to expect. But the museums turned out to be pretty exciting and great as a subject for photography.
For today, just two flower shots I think worked out pretty well 🙂
The Hill of Crosses is a sacred place in Northern Lithuania close to Silauliai. It consists of two small artificial hills (maybe 5 to 6 meters high) amid vast farming land. The origins of the crosses are primarily unknown, though many legends speak of soldiers finding their last rest in the ground beneath. In the 19th century, the place became regarded as mystical and holy. First, crosses were erected in honor of fallen soldiers and in remembrance of deceased family members, and later also to celebrate happy occasions like weddings and baptisms. The Soviets saw the hill as a place of fanatic cultism and closed it down. Despite the repressions, they could not stop the tradition, and after 1990, the Hill of Crosses grew even more, becoming a national symbol of religion and endurance. Today, crosses can be seen from around the world, not only catholic crosses but also orthodox and evangelical ones. Whether religious or not, the place doesn’t leave the visitor cold.
Tallinn is known for its medieval old town, a UNESCO world culture heritage site worth visiting. In this gallery, though, I would like to give you a glimpse of the modern Tallinn inspired by Scandinavia’s clear and sober architecture. I will begin with shots taken in the Rottermann District, a new part of Tallinn east of the Old Town close to the port.
These two shots, showcasing a miniature city model, were taken in the Architecture Museum of Tallinn.
Michael Hoffman Photography 