Heron at the Hare Krishna retreat

Another of those large view for the details ones if you have a moment. Thank you.
I went to Janmashtami at Bhaktivedanta Manor on Wednesday. It's a festival that celebrates Lord Krishna's birthday. I'm not a follower but have been to the festival before and today, just as in 2011, thoroughly enjoyed it . I didn't go to any of the performances that are held, just wandered round, having a bit of a chat with one or two people and taking in the wonderful atmosphere.
I think this building is used as a place for contemplation by the monks at the temple.

[Gena Pegg]

Breathtaking!!! FAV!

[Milanie]

Fabulous clarity - the detail is perfect and the colors are so appealing. Love the addition of the heron and isn't that reflection wonderful! The little ripples to the water add a lot.

[Connie]

Alison, This is just a lovely capture...The building and its reflection in the water is just perfect. Like the framing by the trees and shrubs which also are reflected. The heron is just an added bonus. A Fav, no doubt about it!

[Lisa Stein]

FAV! Such a beautiful, peaceful spot. I love the reflections in the water - including the heron. Sounds like an interesting event.

[SIMMY]

NIce reflection, excellent

[Kazzy]

Such a cute little place! Lovely reflections, Alison :)

[Dione Giorgio]

Beautiful place to explore. Great shot and wonderful reflections. The heron adds flavour to the view.

[carol white]

Gorgeous capture,Alison,beautiful reflections.Looks a very peaceful place for contemplation.Great that you've got the heron in shot,too.Fav!!

[Carole Imes]

Love the whole scene and reflections, too.

[Margaret Brown]

Love the reflections and composition

[👑 AnaZad]

I'm sure it's a very interesting event to attend. Your capture is fantastic, and love the reflections.

[Christine]

Looks very peaceful. Love the reflections

[Jen Hudson]

Sounds like you well enjoyed the visit. Lovely peaceful feel to this. Great reflections and the light adds to it too, casting shadows.

[Lepi]

Super detail and love the heron too.

[Myrna O'Hara]

This would be a peaceful place to spend a few hours !!

[Al Bailey]

Gorgeous shot :)

[Judith]

Beautiful capture.

[Netkonnexion]

This is lovely. Nice capture. The bird is almost incidental.

[Matt Clendon]

Very neat reflections.