Town's symbol, a photo from Thessaloniki, Macedonia

Photographer's Note

The White Tower of Thessaloniki (Greek: Λευκός Πύργος Lefkos Pyrgos), is a monument and museum on the waterfront of the city of Thessaloniki, capital of the region of Macedonia in northern Greece. Originally constructed by the Ottomans to fortify the city's harbour, it became a notorious prison and scene of mass executions during the period of Ottoman rule. It was substantially remodelled and its exterior was whitewashed after Greece gained control of the city in 1912, turning the former "Tower of Blood" into the present-day White Tower. It has been adopted as the symbol of the city, and also as a symbol of Greek sovereignty over Macedonia.

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coco (30439) 2010-03-21 8:01

Kalispera Athanasios.

Maybe the white balance is not the best one, but I like the composition and also the subject and exposure.

Well done.

s_lush (16602) 2010-03-23 2:25

Hello Athanasios,
This historic tower looks very impressive in your picture. The scene is excellently composed, perfectly captured and informatively commented. Very good job!
Best regards,
Sergiy

jurek1951 (42198) 2010-03-23 4:34

Hi,
Really very nice your architecture photos this one is very sharp and very well composed.
Georg

sacimar (38173) 2010-03-23 11:10

Hi Athanasios!

the tower is impressive! good details and good angle, I like it,

Best regards

Sergio

Budapestman (82620) 2010-03-24 10:55

Hi Athanasios,
a spectacular photo of this famous place, the composition is attractive, imposing sight, indeed, TFs! Have a nice evening! Kellemes estét kívánok!
George (György)

Dyerco (10185) 2010-03-24 20:36