OCOLOY Day 265: Medieval Sarlat by Night by vignouse

OCOLOY Day 265: Medieval Sarlat by Night

Sarlat in the Dordogne is a wonderful place to explore, especially the old quarter, as it is a maze of medieval streets which have retained much of their charm despite the proliferation of gift shops and restaurants. Every now and then though you come across an alleyway which probably hasn't changed much in the last 600 years. This is a typical example that I found tonight: I was charmed that the streetlights are not only in the style of gaslamps but they also flicker to complete the effect.

As usual, the image is SOOC and is part of my ongoing OCOLOY project - you can read more about it in my profile. This is also for 'Square September' which you can find more about here - http://365project.org/discuss/general28377/square-september

Probably best viewed on black...
The light was flickering just right for this photo! Creates lovely reflections in the cobbles and old walls!
September 21st, 2016  
This is amazing. walking in such places feels like ur walking through the history
September 21st, 2016  
This is a lovely image. I have visited Sarlat and remember the streets well!
September 21st, 2016  
Great atmospheric shot
September 21st, 2016  
Great capture of this historical, atmospheric alleyway...the lighting looks great on black
September 21st, 2016  
Wonderful, so atmospheric. I love the edges of the buildings against the blackness. Fav
September 21st, 2016  
Ooh - very nice composition. I love the balance of the two doorways and the light in the middle.
September 21st, 2016  
Terrific picture. I loved Sarlat when I visited, and especially walking through the streets at night (although I love that in all the old French and Italian towns I have stayed in). If you enjoy mystery books, you might like those written by Martin Walker, who has a series based in the Perigord region.
September 21st, 2016  
what atmosphere there is in this place! I wonder if you will have an explosion of colour photos when you finish this ocoloy
September 22nd, 2016  
oh I love the moody atmosphere and light
September 22nd, 2016  
A little spooky with the darkness and shadows, probably wouldn't walk further!!! Fav
September 22nd, 2016  
You can feel the old years atmosphere.
September 22nd, 2016  
you go to all the wonderful places that I only dream of....Dordogne has been on my wish list for ever now.
September 22nd, 2016  
The more you look at this, the more you see, which I thnk is the mark of a good photo. I like the detail of the doors especially.
September 22nd, 2016  
fav, I love this, it would make a great painting.
September 22nd, 2016  
Great image.
September 22nd, 2016  
So much to look at...
September 22nd, 2016  
Nice shot, Richard, always very effective!
September 22nd, 2016  
Fantastic!
September 22nd, 2016  
It is a wonderful capture but I would be afraid to wonder down that alley alone.
September 22nd, 2016  
Lovely shot Richard...nice moody feel.
September 22nd, 2016  
such a fine tour done so well
September 22nd, 2016  
Nocturnally atmospheric...the best!
September 22nd, 2016  
I can picture D'Artagnan , cape around his shoulders, sword on his hip strolling down this alley. Beautiful light...
September 22nd, 2016  
Sinister!
September 22nd, 2016  
Uli
Beautifully eerie....
September 22nd, 2016  
Dramatic lighting. Excellent.
September 22nd, 2016  
I find this superb Richard, I just love the medieval dark street feel and the atmosphere here... I can't believe you almost did not post it!
Thank you @tracys for leading me to this beautiful shot :)
September 24th, 2016  
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