Medieval Rome, a photo from Rome, Lazio

Photographer's Note

The Roman Colosseum, is an elliptical amphitheatre in the center of the city of Rome, Italy, the largest ever built in the Roman Empire. It is considered one of the greatest works of Roman architecture and Roman engineering.

Occupying a site just east of the Roman Forum, its construction started between 70 and 72 AD under the emperor Vespasian and was completed in 80 AD under Titus. Capable of seating 50,000 spectators, the Colosseum was used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles. As well as the gladiatorial games, other public spectacles were held there, such as mock sea battles, animal hunts, executions, re-enactments of famous battles, and dramas based on Classical mythology. The building ceased to be used for entertainment in the early medieval era. It was later reused for such purposes as housing, workshops, quarters for a religious order, a fortress, a quarry, and a Christian shrine.

It has been estimated that about 500,000 people and over a million wild animals died in the Colosseum games.

Although in the 21st century it stays partially ruined because of damage caused by devastating earthquakes and stone-robbers, the Colosseum is an iconic symbol of Imperial Rome and its breakthrough achievements in earthquake engineering. It is one of Rome's most popular tourist attractions and still has close connections with the Roman Catholic Church, as each Good Friday the Pope leads a torchlit "Way of the Cross" procession that starts in the area around the Colosseum.

Courtesy : Wikipedia

I took this photo around 1 am, hence nobody was around.

vasilis822, ymrk, CPD66, daddo, Cretense, Partha_c has marked this note useful

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manudautriche (4348) 2010-03-05 10:47

Hello Shaeri,
Superbe photo,on la croirait tout droit sorti du film Gladiator grâce au teintes sombres et jaunes ce qui donne une atmosphère ancienne,j'adore,bravo.
bye
manu

macjake (98454) 2010-03-05 10:52

Hi Shaeri
how did you get this shot with nobody around you!!!!!!!!!!
this is easily my favorite photo of the colosseum.
the wide angle view with the omnious clouds and yellow/orange lighting is superb.
you should be proud!
Cheers
craig

maglex (1980) 2010-03-05 10:54

Hello Shaeri, excellent POV and lighting. Very original shot with no people at all!!:> . Regards, Alex

vasilis822 (37) 2010-03-05 11:06 [Comment]

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LOOOK13 (19046) 2010-03-05 11:37

Bonsoir Shaeri.
Pas l'habitude de le voir comme çà, ce cher Colisée!
Trés belle nocturne, la couleur est superbe, l'angle de prise est génial, le ciel nuageux du plus bel effet.
Bravo.

ymrk (15099) 2010-03-05 12:21

the long exposure had been quite well balanced..The surrounding lighting had become on the management.Regards,

Y.

CPD66 (960) 2010-03-05 12:28

Hi Shaeri,
A stunning wide angle shot, i like the distortion of the sides of the colosseum. the colours are vibrant and bold, the sky is loverly.
i am not sure how you manage to take this shot of the oldest roundabout in Europe without a car in sight even in the early hours.
well done on a truely stunning shot, chris

gilou530 (34) 2010-03-05 13:16

salut shaeri
magnifique photo de nuit avec une belle maitrise de l'expo, un POV bien choisi et belle netteté
amitiés
gilbert

stefanocer (10642) 2010-03-05 14:09

It's a fine night shot for colosseo , the wide lens distortion is not disturbing , exposure is great and pov too , compliments.
Stefano.

mkantas (318) 2010-03-05 14:14

Hello Shaeri, excellent POV and lighting

daddo (28748) 2010-03-05 14:57

Ciao Shaeri. You have resurrected this building into a semblance of its glorious past. Great effect of the lights, hiding all the wounds of time and pollution.Excellent effort. Klaudio.

Dyerco (10185) 2010-03-06 7:48

Hi Shaeri
Marvellous shot of this icon. I am going there myself in August but I wonder if it will be empty of people even a 1.00am at that time of year. The wide angle and the city lights reflecting off the clouds give it an unusual and unique look. Well done.
Phil

COSTANTINO (116452) 2010-03-06 8:08

Hello Shaeri,
fantastic night capture with nice lights.
Looks like a postcard of Rome. Congratulations.
Regards,
Costantino

afroditi (731) 2010-03-07 2:00

Hi Shaeri!
Beautiful composition of picture and colours!Nice frame and good point of reception!!!
afroditi

chpp (4283) 2010-03-10 12:33

hi Shaeri
nice shot, perfect exposure and sharpness
the view is fantastic and the architecture is enhanced
very nice job
TFS
C

prumod (8300) 2010-03-22 9:02

hi shaeri
long time now...
very happy to see your growth...
your pov gives an individuality to this structure.. beauty of the arches due to the lights captured very well...
wishes...
pramod

Cretense (68709) 2010-03-24 3:43

Hi Shaeri!

ONe of the most impressive photos of the Colosseum I have ever seen, taken in my favourite hour of the day! Great composition and framing, excellent light management, wonderful colours!

Hercules

Partha_c (2029) 2010-03-29 11:19

Hi Shaeri. Enjoyed seeing your gallery after a long time. No doubt your photography skill has become a treat for the eyes. This one with beautiful effect of light is indeed awful. Longing to see more such sublime shots in the days to come. Cheers.

Angshu (56760) 2010-04-02 2:22

Dear Shaeri
Is it safe around this area at that time of the night? Ami jokhon gechhilam, warn korechhilo eka eka na ghurte! Tripod use korechho naki onyo kichhu was used as support? 3 sec exposure was good, but maybe a tad on the brighter side. Ektu curves, contrast and levels niye khellam, result in WS...bhalo na lagle bolo!
Best Wishes
Angshumanda

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