Ponte Luis I, a photo from Porto, North

Photographer's Note

Ponte Lu﨎 I is a metal arch bridge that spans the Douro River between the cities of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia. At the time of construction its span of 172 m was the longest of its type in the world.

The government held a competition for the construction of a metallic bridge over the Douro River on a site that was adjacent to an existing bridge that it would replace. T駮phile Seyrig had engineered the D. Maria Pia Bridge project nearby, whilst working as a partner of Gustave Eiffel. He now took sole responsibility for the new, major Lu﨎 I Bridge. The construction was begun in 1881 and the bridge opened on 31 October 1886 (the upper deck; the lower deck opened in 1887).
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source: wikipedia

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snunney (130967) 2015-04-15 3:26

Hello Daniel,
An unmissable sight when visiting Porto! I like this unusual viewpoint and the presence of the bicycle. Also, the light and shadow contrasts. Fine technical realisation.

Sergiom (117241) 2015-04-15 5:57

Bonjour Daniel,

Un magnifique pont. Le point de vue est excellent et nous montre bien tous les niveaux. La contre plong馥 donne beaucoup d'ampleur � l'ensemble. J'aime beaucoup le format tr鑚 allong� de l'image.

Amicalement

Serge

Nicou (193806) 2015-04-15 6:18

Hlelo

quel cadrage et d騁ail de pont tout en allong� avec un bout de l'arche ce v駘o en fond on dirait qu'il porte le pont et la cosntruction m騁allique sueprbe.
Bravo et amiti�
Nciou

Royaldevon (85932) 2015-04-15 8:59

Hello Daniel,

There were some spectacular metal bridges built at the end of the 19th century and this is no exception! I like your viewpoint, which takes every advantage of the arch, detailing the materials and design, making it appear like a super roller coaster!
The bicycle is a nice touch, helping to define the scale.

My warm regards,
Bev :-)

dta (98848) 2015-04-15 11:58

hello Daniel ,
Point de vue original sur le pont m騁allique , entre ombre et lumi鑽e .
Amicalement

carlo62 (81265) 2015-04-15 14:53

Ciao Daniel
ecco una delle verticali che ti contraddistinguono.
Una foto ben composta, hai reso il ponte enorme come � in realt� e la presenza della bicicletta � stato un bellissimo plus.
Saluti
Carlo

emka (158204) 2015-04-15 23:42

Hello Daniel, well chosen vertical format, your favourite. Excellent diagonal composition from under the bridge. Nice view of the steel impressive construction, charming bike. From this POV it doesn't look so horribly horribly high . Nice creative composition.

WArm regards Malgo

ourania (51103) 2015-04-16 13:14

Hello Daniel,
a superb composition that brings the bridge so close to the distinct architecture of the riverside, it integrates it to the cityscape in a smart, graphic way. You found an original perspective and achieved excellent defintion of both the architectural features and the colours. The bicycle in the foreground and the colourful wash in the background add fine daily life details. I also like the atmosphere created by the play of light and shadow throughout. Congratulations and thank you!
All the best, have a good night,
Ourania

macjake (98486) 2015-04-16 16:28

Hi Daniel
wonderful photos from Porto! I enjoy each and everyone of them.

love the impact of the bridge, the depth and the undercarriage lighting works well too.

very cool shot.
see you around
Craig

abmdsudi (95869) 2015-04-18 4:27

Hi Daniel
Interesting bridge showing lots of detail under the arch and its vividness really grabs the eye, pleasantly composed subject, wonderful perspective, depth and colours. Excellent catch, Congrats
Best regards

ChrisJ (171888) 2015-04-24 3:04

Hello Daniel,

Smart choice of a vertical format to emphasise the height of the iron bridge. Good sharpness and the parked bicycle provides a fg focal point. Excellent graphic elements of the dark shadowed parts of the bridge against the lighter toned bg sky. The blue sky also contrasts well against the red roofs at left. Tfs.

delpeoples (60342) 2015-04-26 0:38

Ciao Daniel

An impressive photo of this bridge. I love the tight pov, the excellent sharpness which details all the tradesmanship that has gone into building it. I also like the inclusion of the bicycle in the FG, together with the play of light and shade.

Well done, have a good Sunday
Lisa

Tue (92548) 2015-04-30 13:38

Hello Daniel,
This photo offers a great view on the impressive structure of the bridge, also with thanks to the fine sunlight. I find the bicycle a great detail too.
Lars