Very cool the way the colors came out. I spent a number of years reading about this place during my high-school T.E.-Lawrence-fetish period. It's nice to see it. There was no Internet then, of course!
An impressive photo, VP. What's the building I think I see on the island, and why do they call it Pharaoh's Island? I wouldn't ask a normal person these questions, but you are the smartest person I know and I know that you know the answers!
This is such a serene shot ... what with the muted pastel colors in the sky and water...and, of course, the calmness of the water.
@ Jacob - I forgot the link again... On the island there was a Crusaders' citadel, then conquered and rebuilt by Saladin. Sorry, no idea about the name, which comes literally from the Arabic Geziret Faroun.
Ah che splendore!
ReplyDeleteVery cool the way the colors came out. I spent a number of years reading about this place during my high-school T.E.-Lawrence-fetish period. It's nice to see it. There was no Internet then, of course!
ReplyDelete@ tapirgal - Me too! I'll post the Seven Pillars of Wisdom for you...
ReplyDeleteI had only ever seen it in my mind! I love the colours, they are kind of surreal.
ReplyDeleteI also loved the fantastic windows yesterday.
An impressive photo, VP. What's the building I think I see on the island, and why do they call it Pharaoh's Island? I wouldn't ask a normal person these questions, but you are the smartest person I know and I know that you know the answers!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a serene shot ... what with the muted pastel colors in the sky and water...and, of course, the calmness of the water.
@ Jacob - I forgot the link again... On the island there was a Crusaders' citadel, then conquered and rebuilt by Saladin.
ReplyDeleteSorry, no idea about the name, which comes literally from the Arabic Geziret Faroun.
I knew you'd know! At least part of it. Thanks much! I can find the link.
ReplyDeleteInteresting. Did you visit the island itself? Any photos?
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