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02-FEB-2014

Besalú. Pont Medieval

The first reference we have to the bridge dates from the 11th century, and it has been rebuilt a number of times over the years. It has seven arches and is characterized by its angular form, a result of the placing of the pillars over the natural stones of the river. It is 105 meters long and 30 meters high, including the defense tower.
In the medieval times, a county pagus was installed in the fortified tower, an obligatory toll paid to enter the town.

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globalgadabout11-Nov-2014 02:34
riveting viewpoint, and an absorbing scene...sharp shooting Jose...V
Julie Oldfield22-Feb-2014 15:16
Really lovely. Great reflections. V
Irene Wehrli17-Feb-2014 16:33
The viewpoint is spectacular, I mean the view is fabulous!
Irene
Patricia Kay17-Feb-2014 12:26
Fabulous composition with beautiful colors and light Jose...BV
Dennis Hoyne17-Feb-2014 03:27
Wow! Beautiful, Jose, looks like a fairytale city.
woody3417-Feb-2014 02:41
Wonderful capture of this lovely old town and bridge that is so full of history and interest.V
Gill Kopy17-Feb-2014 02:08
Nicely composed shot and I love the reflections V
Walter Otto Koenig17-Feb-2014 02:01
Best composition in this series so far. Well done! "V"
Hank Vander Velde17-Feb-2014 01:23
A beautiful well composed image with nice reflections Jose.
bill friedlander17-Feb-2014 00:07
Excellent perspective and light. The reflections are lovely, and a lot of history written into those building blocks. V
Don Mottershead16-Feb-2014 23:52
Very interesting construction. Nice capture Jose. V
Martin Lamoon16-Feb-2014 21:49
Amazing old bridge and such great reflections. v
Guest 16-Feb-2014 21:31
Such great history in your photos.
hge5416-Feb-2014 21:05
Wonderful work. Building these bridges 900 tears ago must have been a monstrous job. V
vifut16-Feb-2014 20:54
This bridge is beautiful, under every angle - very nice series José ! (V)
Richard Marcus16-Feb-2014 20:49
Beautiful image, Jose! Wonderful composition and reflections. V.
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