December 5, 2010

Petra


My entry for this week is from my archives of photographs shot in Petra of Jordan which needs no introduction.

Near the Siq

I am posting two photographs, one of a typical scenery shot near Wadhi Al-Mudhlim above, the other of what the locals call as Al-Khazneh when it was cast with the shade of the tall mountains around.

The Treasury, also called Al Khazneh

The inclusion of some people in the above picture does give a rough idea of the size of the Treasury, isn't it? I also like to view how the mountain in the top right hand side is bathed in full and direct sunlight.

33 comments:

  1. These are both lovely but I'm especially fond of the first one. Those horses are delightful! Have a super week ahead :)

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  2. Wow... this is what I need to see just now...warm colour tones, beautiful scenery and terrific shots!!! I love to visit your blog, you always give me inspiration. I also want to thank you for stopping by my blog and commenting.

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  3. Both are simply stunning!!!

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  4. Wa, nice pictures of that place.. amazing the second.

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  5. The colour of the rock, the foreign-ness of it...stunning!So much like a page out of National Geographic. Your images are fantastic!

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  6. Fantastico sito archeologico !!!!!
    In queste foto qualsiasi commento รจ veramente inutile difronte a tale belezza.
    Buona giornata :))
    Myriam

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  7. Both are beautiful shots, I love horses which makes the first shot very special. And the second shot is just stunning. The mountain and colors are fantastic.

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  8. the second pic is just too awesome! makes you feel tiny and insignificant!

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  9. I'm speechless, the views are breathtaking and the shadows stunning.

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  10. Fascinating post.

    «Louis» thanks you for your recent visit to San Francisco Bay Daily Photo.

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  11. awesome photos of one of my favorite places. happy shadow shot sunday!

    paz

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  12. my girl-friend has been here, while i have not. i feel so jealous :(

    lovely pics though :)

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  13. Amazing photos!!

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  14. awesome pics ya..wish i could visit one day...

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  15. Hi Celine! You are getting there earlier... ;) I was thinking o0f Petra for this winter... ;)
    Lovely shots!!

    Blogtrotter Two is in the Valley of Kings waiting for you!! No photos allowed inside the tombs, sorry… Enjoy and have a great week!

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  16. Great shots from Petra. Yes, it is well known. Even I know of it. :)

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  17. These are gorgeous and monumental! I can only imagine how much more awestruck I would be to see this in person.

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  18. Hey,

    Thanks for sharing the link - but unfortunately it seems to be not working? Does anybody here at indicaspecies.blogspot.com have a mirror or another source?


    Cheers,
    Jack

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  19. Both of these photos are just stunning, I have never seen anything like either of them.
    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.

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  20. Gorgeous magnificent shots!! Awesome!

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  21. WHOA! The people look very small in the second photo, which is the perfect way to emphasize the majesty of this place.

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  22. Simply fabulous, the views are nice to look at but all the more interesting when you consider how old this region is. Thanks for sharing with us all.

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  23. I did not recognize these places, but my hubby and son both had instant recognition. One went "Indiana Jones!" and the other "Tin tin"!

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  24. Very nice and crisp Shot
    :)

    Bhupesh

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  25. I thought of Indiana Jones too. Fantastic photos!

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  26. Very Nice Pics, makes me think of going to Jordan for my next trip.

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  27. I've always wanted to visit this place, but have not travel to Jordan yet... Fabulous shots, love them both.

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  28. Tall and imposing structures are quite intimidating indeed. :)

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  29. luvly pics - the 2nd pic looks a bit like badami. isnt it?

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