To the lighthouse... by peadar

To the lighthouse...

A short walk "...to the lighthouse...", not Skye for us but Fiskardo and a Venetian era lighthouse (16th century). The Venetians were welcomed as liberators from Turkish rule, and the resulting trade and cultural benefits did much to improve standards of living. Some aspects of Venetian rule were not as benign, and the ruling class system they introduced eventually led to Civil War in the mid-18th century. The earthquake of 1953 means this lighthouse (and some other buildings in this northern part of the island) are very rare signals to the island's rich history. The lighthouse, and its 19th century cousin nearby, still remains a significant landmark for modern day sailors as it is visible to seaward long before any signs of the actual harbour itself.

Now, I've checked this horizon level with a ruler and the ruler is telling me the image is level. But it doesn't look like it to me. No idea what is going on...
Beautiful!
July 3rd, 2019  
Ahh, that beautiful blue water ... and I love those Hills, receding in color in the background
July 3rd, 2019  
Wow...this is stunning! Beautifully composed.
July 3rd, 2019  
That water looks so inviting, those hills fading away into the sea, give such great depth in the picture!
July 3rd, 2019  
Beautiful blues, a lovely line of receding hills, an interesting ruin and fascinating background info - fav!

Ian
July 3rd, 2019  
That's such an interesting story, and it's a beautiful shot - I love those blues too.
July 3rd, 2019  
Lovely scene and what an interesting story.
July 3rd, 2019  
Oh those colors! Fav
July 4th, 2019  
Beautiful. Love those layered hills.
July 4th, 2019  
I know what you mean about the horizon - photos can be full of optical illusions! I like the way the landscape fades to pale blue in the distance and the contrast of colours in the foreground
July 4th, 2019  
Beautiful shot
July 4th, 2019  
Nice shot and interesting story!
July 4th, 2019  
perfect composition, thanks for its very interesting history.
fav
July 4th, 2019  
Fabulous shot. Lovely layers.
July 5th, 2019  
The heat haze is making the horizon appear to dip ever so slightly. Barely noticeable. Stunning photo.
July 6th, 2019  
Stunning blue colours and scene - it looks level to me
July 10th, 2019  
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