the king's square, a photo from Brussels, Brussels

Photographer's Note

The Kings's Square (Koningsplein) is an open square located on the site of the old Coudenbergh palace, which went up in flames in the 18th century.

On/near the square are several museums and the Saint Jacob church (behind me here). THis is the view towards the center of the city. The building in black in the back is the Old England warehouse, now the Museum of Musical Instruments.

The statue of Godfrey of Bouillon dates from 1849. Godfrey was a leading figure in the first crusade, playing an important role in the 1099 siege of Jerusalem.

Not politcally correct these days, but Godfrey played a role in the formation of Belgium, being considered one of the founding heroes of the country back then. Oh, mythology...

COSTANTINO, pajaran, ChrisJ, jhm, ikeharel has marked this note useful

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Silvio1953 (220779) 2021-04-12 22:30

Ciao Benny, lovely composition with beautiful statue, great contrast against Grey sky, wonderful colors, fine details, splendid light and excellent clarity, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

ifege (47153) 2021-04-12 22:39

Hi Benny
I did enjoy visiting the great Musical Instruments museum in its very cute building. A good photo of the large square.
cheers
Ian

jemaflor (146412) 2021-04-12 22:52

Hi Benny,
Well photographed this sqaure and statue like focal point of view, interesting sunlight and grey sky, good contrast, tfs.

COSTANTINO (115699) 2021-04-12 23:17

Hello dear friend and have a nice day
and a happy evening
interesting capture with
impressive architectural details
the grey sky brings a storm...
regards
Costantino

ChrisJ (171396) 2021-04-13 0:08

Hi Benny

Impeccable sharpness, with pleasant pastel colours and good framing and composition. The central equestrian statue and rider make a fine focal point. Tfs!

lousat (138737) 2021-04-13 7:51

Hi Benny,i remember well this square on the top of Brussels,a very lucky moment with a bright light and dark clouds for the best show,perfect quality as usual. Have a nice evening and thanks,Luciano

abmdsudi (95869) 2021-04-13 7:52

Hi Benny
Wonderful capture of a very beautiful town square with surrounding architectural interests, I would quite happily sit here for a few hours. That statue has given an extra interes.
Best regards

jhm (211734) 2021-04-13 9:32

Goedenavond Benny,

Ik ben op deze plek zo dikwijls geweest, 23 jaar waren onze burelen maar op 200 meter van hier.
Het valt wel op dat ik bijna niemand zie, heeft Brussel dan toch respect voor corona.
Nu kom ik hier nooit meer, maar hier heeft links een goed zich op Brussel stad.
Over het standbeeld gaan we het maar niet hebben zeker.
Mooi foto werk, bedankt.

Groeten uit oost- Vlaanderen,
John

kasianowak (17672) 2021-04-17 9:38

Dark sky goes really well with the shining white buildings. Great light and atmospheric conditions for this kind of photo. Not as famous as the Grande Place, it looks like a pleasant place to visit during a city walk.
You made me realise that I know more about the first crusade than the history of Belgium - something to think about next time I choose a book to read!

mkamionka (73584) 2021-06-22 8:12

Hi Benny,
great dark grey clouds well contrasting with well lit foreground. This is a level of contrast which we like to see.
Plenty of wires around but luckily they didn't damage the mood.
The city seems relatively empty, I suppose it is in the Covid times.
Very well seen and captured,
M