Zadar, "Salute to the Sun" by cherrymartina

Zadar, "Salute to the Sun"

"Salute to the Sun" is an urban art installation in Zadar, Croatia. It is basically a huge circle of solar plates, positioned in front of sunset view at the coast, in a city center. It reflects sky, throughout the day, which of course has its peak at sunset. Many people come to see that, and salute the sun!

But when the sun dives to the sea, and goes to sleep, the energy of sun plays a fun lightshow on this big plate through entire night.. And so much fun that is...

This is one of my favorite places in the world (from what I have seen), and every year I go there to get my dose...

It was installed in 2008, architect Nikola Basic.
Near by is another even more unique art installation: Sea Organ, played by sea and Waves, but I will present that some other time because yesterday was crowded, and I couldn't take a good photo...

Awesome shot, love the silhouettes!
July 3rd, 2016  
I really like your capture. Thanks for the nice description. I visited Zadar a couple of years ago and really liked it.
July 3rd, 2016  
Really interesting to read about the Salute to the Sun and I love your shot of it.
July 3rd, 2016  
Beautiful capture of an amazing art installation
July 3rd, 2016  
Very cool. Beautifully captured.
July 3rd, 2016  
This is so interesting, great shot!
July 3rd, 2016  
Sue
What a great shot. I love the silhouettes against the sunset. Fav
July 3rd, 2016  
This is excellent. Love the shape of the cloud formation around the sun and the cast of light on the ground 😌
July 3rd, 2016  
Beautiful
July 3rd, 2016  
Great capture it sounds like a wonderful evening experience to enjoy.
July 3rd, 2016  
A fabulous shot and such interesting narrative too. I can see why it is one of your favourite places in the world. fav.
July 4th, 2016  
How very beautiful A FAV
July 4th, 2016  
Now following you!!
July 4th, 2016  
Very beautiful ,also now following you Fav
July 4th, 2016  
Wonderful lighting.
July 4th, 2016  
What a great shot. At first I thought all the humans were actually part of the installation. But it seems like a ritual that's done in Key West Florida. Everyone gathers to watch the sun set.
July 4th, 2016  
It's quite otherworldly -- you've captured it so well.
July 4th, 2016  
Love the silhouettes.
July 4th, 2016  
How I would love to see this. How beautiful. Instant fav!
July 4th, 2016  
Awesome capture and interesting information. I love learning and seeing all these wonderful and interesting things around the world on 365
July 4th, 2016  
How very cool Martina, it looks like it might be many peoples favorite place. Great shot and congrats on the PP. :)
July 4th, 2016  
Ah yes ! I recognised it immediately! A very special place indeed.
July 4th, 2016  
@anazad511, Thank you, I am glad you like it! I am happy that our summer house is just half an hour away from Zadar so I come here every year, at least once!
July 4th, 2016  
@777margo, Thank you Margo, I am also following you!
July 4th, 2016  
@shirleybankfarm, Thanks Shirley, That is also one of the things I love on 365, the wonders of the world up close and personal...
July 4th, 2016  
What a fascinating place. I love art that you can interact with, with more than just your eyes. You've made the people look like statues
July 4th, 2016  
@littlequeenie, Thanks, Yes, this is something you can really interact with.
July 4th, 2016  
Very cool!!
July 4th, 2016  
Wow this is amazing , it must be great to be there . a fav
July 4th, 2016  
@cherrymartina Thankyou for following me Hope you enjoy my pics I love yours.
July 5th, 2016  
@kwind @snowy, Thank you for nice comments!
July 5th, 2016  
Wonderful comp! Very nice atmosphere!
July 6th, 2016  
@jerome, Thanks Jerome, this is really a unique place. And thanks for the follow!
July 6th, 2016  
Lijepa slika i tekst.
July 8th, 2016  
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