Friday, October 28, 2011

Subjects For History And Romance For Photography In Portugal

By Concetta Humphrey


Europe has always been a favorite spot for people who are into arts, architecture, history, and even romance. Aside from the well known theme of undying love, Europe is also an interesting place for hobbies and art professions. Photography Portugal is one way of documenting your European visit in the most artistic way.

Whether you are an amateur or professional photographer, you would know that there are various places in the country which are picture-worthy. Depending on your chosen theme, there will always be a place to capture and tell a story about your trip to Europe.

Several Portuguese destinations are highlighted with romance and history combined. Places such as the scenic banks of Douro River is an ideal place for night time photo shoots. The lights coming from a small town area are reflected in the tranquil waters of the river.

When you want something more educational, say history, there are also a lot of locations for this. Strong political ties of the country with other European settlements were still apparent through medieval castles called as castelos in their language.

Architecture may be one of the assets of several medieval structures of the major cities such as Lisbon. Since the country is one of the propagators of Catholicism in medieval Europe, elaborate designs of Churches are still seen in the cities, while antique houses in pavements can be an additional artistic subject.

Aside from scenic places and historical structures, you can also take photos of the colorful culture of the place. In urban places, public markets are the best spots, while the overall countryside can be a good spot for this.

Having photography Portugal is a great opportunity for any camera lovers to explore various types of themes without necessarily traveling from one country to another. The photos will serve not only as a remembrance of your visit but also as proof of your artistry.




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