Last weekend my friends and I visited a nearby medieval town called Pocitelj. It's one of those close places that every tourist visits, and I never go to. It's weird, because I would definitely visit such a town If I were traveling outside the country. Coincidentally this is also my 450th post on this blog! And I couldn't think of any better images to mark this occasion, then those that will follow.
Anyway, we made the trip and in this first part, I'll show you the sights on our way to the main Pocitelj Tower.
Anyway, we made the trip and in this first part, I'll show you the sights on our way to the main Pocitelj Tower.
This is a multi-part series, other parts include:
click on the images for a bigger view
It is believed that the fortified town along with its attendant settlements were built by Bosnia's King Stjepan Tvrtko I in 1383.
This unique settlement, listed as a UNESCO heritage site and recent reconstruction has returned the town to its original form.
Počitelj presents one of few urban ensembles in Bosnia and
Herzegovina preserved in their integrity to the present time developed
through the several phases of the history, beginning with the medieval
period. Its important strategic role during the 13th to 17th century gave the power of its inhabitant to build up one of the most
important, and best preserved ensembles within the city walls in this
region.
The Hadzi-Alija Mosque has been
reconstructed as well as the Sisman-Ibrahimpasina medresa and the Gavran
Kapetanovic house, all of which are open to visitors.
There is quite a climb to get to the main
fortification, where the tower is located. It is really impressive to
view it from below when approaching it.
We have finally made it! The sun is setting, as you can see, and this will set the stage for the other parts to come!
Coming up in Part Two (on Monday): We visit the Tower and go inside the structure to reveal the secrets that are hidden there. Also: portraits on the town walls and inside the tower!
Let me know what you think of this new series of images in the comments below!
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Great looking place Mersad, you have captured the atmosphere so well, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks! Good to hear from you.
DeleteMersad, Your images are impressive, from the colored to the B&W both. What a wonderful place to visit! Thank you for sharing these.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you enjoyed them.
DeleteI would very much like to visit this. the tower and the details of the city are just amazing to be that old. I can't imagine how hard it was to build these with out the things we have today. my favorite is the black and white arch and the one at the end...i did enlarge each photo and study the details of the stones... your photos are as spectacular as the buildings themselves. can't wait to see the next post.
ReplyDeleteSome of the details really work better when enlarged. Thank you for visiting.
DeleteAn admirable series of photos of a truly remarkable place. In addition to marvelous images you always add a goodly amount of information. That's great!
ReplyDeleteI like to mix it up, and share some facts as well. It's not just about pretty pictures, but also what's portrayed on them.
DeleteP.S. And congratulations on your 450th Post!! That's quite a mile-post!!
ReplyDeleteThank you. It has almost been 5 years!
DeleteHi Mersad....
ReplyDeletealleine schon das erste Bild ist ja unglaublich Klasse !
Chapeau !
Grüße aus Berlin
Dankeschön! Freut mich das es Dir gefällt!
Deletethe stonework is really beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAmazing structures!
ReplyDeleteThey really are.
DeleteGreat captures, Mersad. I especially like the first black and white.. it's wonderfully done!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Laura!
DeleteWonderful images! My favorite is the arches in B&W!
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting me and your nice comment.
Thank you so much for checking back. Hope to read your thoughts again soon!
DeleteThis is a beautiful and interesting place, good shot
ReplyDeleteSee you
Stefano
Thank you Stefano!
DeleteWhat a spectacular place. I have places near me that I've never been to even though the tourists flock there...perhaps that's why I've never gone. It's nice to see those places in the off season when it's not so crowded.
ReplyDeleteThere is something about tourist-spots and the off-season, when you are a local, I have to agree.
DeleteMersad, what a beautiful place to visit. I find these heritage sites and towns are amazing to visit. Thanks for sharing your visit. Wonderful photos. PS, thank you for visiting my blog. Have a happy Sunday!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome. Have a happy Sunday too!
DeleteGreat place nice capture!
ReplyDeleteMersad your pictures are always very nice..... i´am glad that i have found your nice photoblog.
ReplyDeleteGreetings from Holland,
Joop
Thank you so much. Love your photos too!
DeleteFantastic photos! I love that architecture! Thank you for the blog follow!
ReplyDeleteThanks for following back!
DeleteCongratulations on the 450th! A true milestone:) I love the beautiful scenes you shared, what a beautiful place!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much. Part Two will be up today.
DeleteSo beautiful! Your photos are great!
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteBeautiful shots..
ReplyDeleteThank you. Hope you saw Part Two as well.
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