Una calle de Rovinj, a photo from Istarska, Coast

Photographer's Note

Rovinj is a small town with just over 14,000 inhabitants and traditional fishing village atmosphere. Even visiting the city in high season, there are not too many tourists, except several groups of Italians (which should be at home throughout Istria, which is much talk your language). It is a city with many individual attractions, but its old town, of medieval appearance, is a monument in itself. Spending 2 to 3 hours to stroll, we can assume the most basic business done.

The area of the old town (Stari Grad) extends from Ulica Carera to the Basilica of Santa Eufemia, on top of the small hill is the old town (which at the time had to be the island where the population settled) . From the busy pedestrian area of Ulica Carera, where restaurants and souvenir shops abound, we can come to some very flirty squares like Piazza Matteotti, Piazza del Ponte and Piazza Grande. For any of the streets that enter into the old town we can start the climb to the Basilica of St. Euphemia (Crkva Sv. Eufemije).

I think the best from that time is let go. There are many lovely nooks, streets, small shops with crafts or small art galleries that can attract our attention. After browsing you will reach the area of the Basilica of Santa Eufemia. Most notable in this Baroque church, built in 1736, is the 60m high tower, which mimics the Campanile of San Marco in Venice. You can freely raise (something we did not know then and did not), but apparently the rickety wooden stairs are not suitable for everyone. Inside (free), there is a sarcophagus with the relics of St. Euphemia and Gothic paintings, but overall is not the most beautiful churches we've seen much less. Best to get there actually are fantastic views over the Adriatic and the nearby islets. A pleasure to behold.

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Rovinj es una ciudad pequeña, con poco más de 14.000 habitantes y ambiente de pueblo pesquero tradicional. Aún visitando la ciudad en temporada alta, no encontramos por allí a demasiados turistas, salvo varios grupos de italianos (que deben encontrarse como en casa por toda Istria, donde se habla mucho su idioma). No es una ciudad con muchos atractivos turísticos concretos, pero su casco antiguo, de aspecto medieval, es un monumento en sí mismo. Dedicando 2 ó 3 horas a pasear tranquilamente, podremos dar por realizada la visita más básica.

La zona del casco antiguo (Stari Grad) se extiende desde Ulica Carera hasta la Basílica de Santa Eufemia, en lo más alto de la pequeña colina que constituye la zona vieja (lo que en su día debió ser la isla donde se asentaba la población). Desde la concurrida zona peatonal de Ulica Carera, donde abundan los restaurantes y tiendas de souvenirs, podemos acercarnos a varias plazas muy coquetas, como la Piazza Matteotti, la Piazza del Ponte o la Piazza Grande. Por cualquiera de las callejuelas que se adentran hacia el casco antiguo podremos empezar la subida hacia la Basílica de Santa Eufemia (Crkva Sv. Eufemije).

Creo que lo mejor a partir de ese momento es dejarse llevar. Hay multitud de rinconcitos adorables, callejuelas, tiendecitas con artesanías o pequeñas galerías de arte que pueden atraer nuestra atención. Después de callejear llegaréis a la zona de la Basílica de Santa Eufemia. Lo más notable de esta iglesia barroca, construida en 1736, es su gran torre de 60m, que imita al Campanile de San Marcos en Venecia. Se puede subir libremente, pero al parecer las destartaladas escaleras de madera no son aptas para todos. En el interior (gratis), hay un sarcófago con las reliquias de Santa Eufemia y varias pinturas góticas, pero en términos generales no es de las iglesias más bonitas que hayamos visto ni mucho menos. Lo mejor de llegar hasta allí, en realidad, son las fantásticas vistas sobre el Adriático y las islitas cercanas. Todo un placer para la vista.

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ikeharel (114477) 2016-05-27 4:23

Hola Luis,
The colors of the merchandise on display at the store entrance gave extra vivid tones to the narrow alley.
A fine view uphill's the stairs, immaculate depth and clarity as always.
A photojob well done.
Buen fin de semana,
Ike

Silvio1953 (222779) 2016-05-27 4:24

Ciao Luie, excellent persoective on beautiful street, wonderful colors, great clarity, fine details and splendid light, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

pajaran (116947) 2016-05-27 4:45

Dobar dan.
Interesantan i dobar tekst, lep pogled i trenutak ...
Dobar rad i lep format fotografije, lepo pokazano, dobar kontrast i perspektiva, lepe boje.
Lepo uhvacen trenutak sa posetiocima.
Lepe fasade i roba raznih boja ispred radnje.
Imajte lep dan, sve najbolje za vikend, srecno.
Paja.

Good day.
Interesting and good text, beautiful view and a moment ...
Good work and good format photographs shown a nice, good contrast and perspective, beautiful color.
Beautifully captured the moment with visitors.
Beautiful facades and goods of various colors in front of the store.
Have a nice day, all the best for the weekend, good luck.
Paja.

Sergiom (117241) 2016-05-27 5:04

Bonjour Luis,

Si j'arrivais au coin de cette rue, c'est certain que je voudrais l'emprunter, même si elle monte et que la lumière est forte. L'animation est belle ainsi que les couleurs sur les murs.Très bel endroit.

Amicalement

Serge

jhm (211738) 2016-05-27 5:06

Hello Luis,

Narrow street but very busy with all the shops, and lantern.
An excellent street view too.
Sharpness and clarity are perfect.
Very well done, TFS.

Have a nice weekend,
John.

jmdias (116341) 2016-05-27 7:13

luis

me gusta esta vista de la calle angosta con muchos detalles como las escaleras, fachadas típicas, personas y otras cosas para mirar. bien hecho.

saludos
jorge

Tue (93328) 2016-05-27 7:28

Hello Luis,
Such a lovely view up the stairs of this nice and narrow street. The colours in this fine sunlight are most appealing, especially the ones added by the merchandise on the right hand side.
Lars

alvaraalto (42804) 2016-05-27 8:21

Hello Luis,
Beautiful picture of this narrow street.
Your picture is excellent sharp so we can enjoy all the various details like the colorful cloths and the people walking in this alley.
Well done.
Groet Rob

dkmurphys (79209) 2016-05-27 8:27

Hello,
Fine street scene, very similar to Dubrovnik, even there are in opposite sides of Croatia. Nice atmosphere, well taken.

Daniel

Fis2 (171823) 2016-05-27 8:48

Witaj Luis!
Interesting alley street.
I like vertical framing and colors.
Well done.
Have a nice weekend my friend.
Greetings from southern Greater Poland.
Krzysztof

holmertz (103540) 2016-05-27 9:03

Hello Luis,
I was in Rovinj a few years ago, towards the end of the season, but my experience was different from yours. Even in September I found it extremely touristic, packed with souvenir shops and very little intended for the locals. It was still one of the prettiest towns I have seen, with a magnificent location, and you have captured the colourful atmosphere of this narrow lane very well.
Kind regards,
Gert

GyurMaster (25000) 2016-05-27 9:10

Dear Luis,

It is an excellent detail of a mediterranean city, showing every distinctive element of such cities.

Best Wishes,
GY.

lousat (139914) 2016-05-27 9:53

Hi Luis,magnificent capture of this alley,it seems to be in Napoli,where i'm just been...the quality of perspective is amazing despite the difficult light levels,bright details and colors too.Have a nice weekend and thanks,Luciano

cornejo (61504) 2016-05-27 10:45

Hola amigo Luís, muy buena fotografía de este interesante calle del pequeño pueblo pesquero, muy bien captada en esta interesante imagen con buena nitidez, profundidad, luz, color y calidad. Estupendo e interesante trabajo perfectamente realizado, mis felicitaciones compañero. Gracias por compartir este bello trabajo.

Buena noche y feliz fin de semana.
Afectuosos saludos desde el sur de España.
Un fuerte abrazo.
Angel.

No_One (4) 2016-05-27 12:32

Hi Luis
This is a great photo, the light was just ideal for bringing out the colors and life of the place. I really like the portrait format too.
Cheers
Noel

dta (98848) 2016-05-27 12:36

Hola Luis ,
belle rue typique de cette cité croate , entre ombre et chud soleil estival .
Amicalement

macjake (98544) 2016-05-27 16:41

Hi Luis
You know I've been enjoying your shots from Croatia, guess I'll need to book a ticket here soon haha

we get a good sense of some of those little nooks and small streets you mentioned in your note.
and sure, it may be a little touristy, but as a tourist we kind of like that as well.

hard to photograph this one with the harsh strong lighting conditions and shadows, but the overall final result is excellent.

well done with the conditions given to you
cheers
Craig

emka (158680) 2016-05-28 0:05

Hola Luis,

Lovely view from Rovinj, it is very nice town, well worth seeing, And so many marvelous corners for photos. here also nice composition with the pleasant summer atmosphere.

WArm regards Malgo

abmdsudi (95869) 2016-05-28 1:39

Hi Luis
Cute old buildings which makes me feel like I've had a chance to look at real life and experience of local atmosphere. An appealing sight suits your portrait format and lovely how the vivid colours steal the show as strong focus point leading the eye thru' the narrow alleyway. That bit of contrasting blue sky helps as a stopper containing views within the frame so effectively. Great detail, crispness and excellent brightness control. Nice take. Congrats
Best regards

amaryllis (37047) 2016-05-28 6:10

Bonjour Luis
une petite ruelle de ce pays très attractive de par ses commerces et touristes, une belle lumière et ombre, des escaliers et surtout le plaisir de pouvoir aller chiner!
Excellent
Juliette

mesutilgim (0) 2016-05-28 10:56

Hello Luis,
Very nice capture of this small but vivid Street in Rovinj.
Perfect pov and layout. Nice framing and many many interesting and usefull notes which makes your entry a perfect TE entry and shows how serious you're taking it.
TFS and have a nice weekend
MESUT ILGIM

papagolf21 (152607) 2016-05-28 11:35

Bonsoir, cher luis,
Ces marches géantes donnent envie de les franchir pour découvrir le reste des rues environnantes.
L'ambiance est magnifiquement rendue.
Il y a de la vie, des couleurs, de l'ambiance.
Bravo !
Amitiés.
Philippe

Cricri (176) 2016-05-28 11:40

Ola ami Luis
Une très belle image, merveilleusement bien présenter, bon choix du format, le côté ombre et lumière, plein de détails et de couleurs, j'aime beaucoup
belle soirée
cricri

berek (50518) 2016-05-28 20:44

Dear Luis,
If I reached the corner of the street, for sure I would like to borrow, even if it goes up and the light is strong. The animation is beautiful. Warm lovely atmosphere.
Have a nice Sunday
Burak

danos (110407) 2016-05-29 8:57

Hola Luis,
nice the view of the narrow Rovinj street with the lot of tourists to stroll in it.The windows and the hanging colourful cloths enhance a more interest in the scene.Excellent the light and the colour management of the image.

Regards,Danos

fabianoleite (13575) 2016-05-29 12:57

Esas calles estrechas son muy interesantes y muestran muchos detalles, el resultado final es muy bonito. Congratulaciones!

npecanhuk (79329) 2016-05-30 15:06

Hola Luis!
I love those charming narrow european streets!!!!
A truly beautiful picture too!
Sharpness, management of strong light, colors, vertical format, chosen pov and composition are all excellent!
TFS - congrats,
Saludos,
Neyvan

Graal (103040) 2016-05-31 11:10

Hello Luis,
very nice presentation of old narrow street. Good series from Rovinj. Fine vertical format and composition. Interesting note, too.
Have a nice evening.
Aleksander

COSTANTINO (117672) 2016-12-13 12:07

Hello dear Luis Garcia
excellent postcard remitted from you to all
of us perfectly executed presented Povinj
a small town with traditional fishing
atmosphere photo with great lightness and sharpness
excellent shown point of view showing lights
and shadows playing together
welldone and wellseen
regards
Costantino