Ribadesella III, a photo from Asturias, Asturias

Photographer's Note

Hello friends and colleagues, today I propose a view of the Asturian municipality of Ribadesella with the river in the foreground, a charming place at the mouth of the river Sella. I hope you like it, then some letters about the villa.

Ribadesella (in Asturian, Ribeseya) is a council of the autonomous community of the Principality of Asturias. It limits the north with the Cantabrian sea, the east with Llanes, the south with Cangas de Onís and Parres and the west with Caravia. Founded by Alfonso X the Wise. It was one of the main Asturian ports of the 19th century. It has a population of 6,242 inhabitants (INE, 2011).

The council also has numerous companies dedicated to adventure sports, such as canoeing, caving or climbing. The first Saturday of August after day 2 is celebrated the famous International Descent of the Sella, where athletes from all over the world come and a great local party is celebrated.

Also this council stands out for the tourist variety that it offers, and above all for the activities that surround the cave of Tito Bustillo, famous for its prehistoric paintings and for the footprints of dinosaur.

During the Middle Ages the town lived a moment of splendor thanks to the shipyards that were fed by the wood that was made to descend by the Sella, and the maritime commerce, especially of the salt (indispensable for the salting of the fish). However, the most profitable activity was the capture of the salmon in the Sella, controlled by the "Mareantes", and the hunts of the whales that hibernated in those waters. As a result of this is derived the House of the whales that lasts in the town until century XIX.

At the political level, Ribadesella became a very disputed place thanks to its innumerable sources of wealth and its strategic geographical situation. It is here when the Quiñones house takes possession of the town in the time of Juan II, returning to incorporate to the crown in times of Kings Católicos that dislodge to the family Quiñones of its possessions.

In the XVI century a historical event takes place for the town as it is the arrival of the emperor Carlos I of Spain, after which the event is celebrated for two days in a row. It is at this stage when the enclosure of the Hermitage of the Guide is fortified to defend the port of enemy villages. It is a time of relative tranquility when it comes to safety.

During the seventeenth century, Ribadesella was attempted to create the main port of Asturias, as well as a link to the plateau, presenting a road project by Ponga, but influenced by Jovellanos, finally fell to the port of Gijón, which projected the Pajares road access to the plateau by León. Not because of this the village was stalled, because Carlos III donated 100,000 reales for the works of widening and improvement of the port that would be finalized a century later.
Source: Wikipedia.

Make: NIKON CORPORATION
Model: NIKON D3100
Software: PhotoScape
Exposure Time: 10/4000 sec
F-Stop: f/5.6
ISO Speed Ratings: 400
Focal Length: 28 mm
Date Taken: 2013-07-03 12:37
Metering Mode: Center Weighted Average
File Size: 520 k

Fis2, abmdsudi, macjake, ikeharel, papagolf21, PaulVDV, mcmtanyel, ChrisJ, COSTANTINO trouve(nt) cette note utile

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Fis2 (120827) 2017-10-17 12:46

Witaj Angel!
Very nice view, beautiful place.
Good frame and composition.
Excellent colors and light.
Warm regards.
Krzysztof

gervaso (21595) 2017-10-17 16:41

Hola, Angel!

Una maravillosa vista de la ciudad a la orillas del mar, con las casas coloridas destacándose en esta bellísima composición! El punto de vista es privilegiado para mostrar la escena, captada con excelente iluminación y nitidez! Lindo trabajo!

Nicou (166000) 2017-10-17 17:39

Hlelo

quelel biae e tiamge quelle compo msuperbe avec ce qui cette route quie fait son rond sa courbe et tous ces édifices colorés quelle iamge et cpatage sueprbe vue.
Bravo et amitié
Nicou

abmdsudi (68020) 2017-10-17 20:35

Hi Angel
Beautiful seascape views seen form advantageous viewpoint and lovely at every curve of the coastline. I think this is a particularly attractive wee town, a shot is all about the wonderful colours and the relaxing stillness under such circumstances where everything so well cared for. So much on offer! you really capture some amazing land/seascapes and this one is a beauty all the way! Congrats
Best wishes

macjake (80635) 2017-10-17 22:17

Hi Angel
I like this one alot, the curve, the depth, the colors, the atmospheric clouds, it has alot going for it. the colors pop even if they are far away. attractive scene all around. well executed. cheers
Craig

jemaflor (112104) 2017-10-17 23:41

Salut Angel,
Un très beau POV sur le front de mer, belalignement de façades colorées, la lumière et les teintes sont bien rendues.

dkmurphys (73186) 2017-10-17 23:46

Hola Angel,
Spectacular panoramic view of this charming town by the river. Good saturated colors, well seen.

Daniel

emka (119971) 2017-10-17 23:49

Hello Angel,

Lovely view of this town on the very wide river, it looks rather as a bay near the sea. Beautiful colourful buildings under the hills. splendid sharpness and colours.

have a nice day

MAlgo

Royaldevon (51840) 2017-10-18 0:16

Hola Angel,

I couldn't believe that this was a river, I had already perceived it as a town on the edge of the sea!
It's nice how you have used the curve of the river which makes a pleasing guide from the f/g to a strong vanishing point.
Though there is no blue sky, (I have become used to such conditions this year), it has not affected the colours or the mood.
I think a slight crop of the some clouds would give a better composition and bring the scene closer.

Have a lovely day,
Bev :-)

ikeharel (88604) 2017-10-18 0:33

Hola Angel,
Fine view from a high POV of the perfect crescent-shape of the seashore and the promenade along.
The houses in warm tones contrast well against grey, blue and green.
Plaesent to look at.
Buen dias,
Ike

holmertz (68868) 2017-10-18 1:41

Hello Angel,
It's a splendid view of the curving waterfront filled with nice buildings in front of the low hills. I like the mild colours on the cloudy day. It's a very pleasant panoramic view seen from a good position.
Kind regards,
Gert

lousat (106847) 2017-10-18 3:14

Ciao Angel,a beutiful view from above of this village,the quality of sharpness and colors is very very high despite the cloudy day,but the clouds too are perfect to complete in the best way this lovely painting,i like it! Have a nice day and thanks,Luciano

Silvio1953 (168659) 2017-10-18 3:16

Ciao Angel, gran POV sulla bella città di mare, magnifici colori naturali e splendida luce, bravo, ciao Silvio

Tue (54242) 2017-10-18 3:39

Hello Angel,
Wonderful view over the bay and the colourful houses which are built along the curved coastline. The colours are well-saturated, even on this cloudy day. Excellent composition and sharpness.
Lars

adramad (54924) 2017-10-18 7:21

Hola amigo Angel.
Que bien que de nuevo nos podemos comunicar, con estas bellas imagenes como eslabon, ideal esta panoramica de Ribadesella, precioso su paseo junto al mar y un fondo ideal con sus montañas, medio ocultas por las nubes.
Magnífico color, lo cual da mucha fuerza a la imagen.
Muy buena la luminosidad y perfecta nitidez.
Me gusta mucho.
Que tengas un buen dia y os llueva menos que la pasada noche.
Un abrazo.
Luis.

sacimar (33559) 2017-10-18 12:19

Hola Ángel,

buena vista panorámica de Ribadesella, me gusta el punto de vista que permite ver la línea del paseo sobre el mar, a pesar del día nublado le supiste sacar muy buen provecho,

Un saludo,

Sergio

papagolf21 (124513) 2017-10-18 13:46

Bonjour, cher Angel,
Décidément, l'Espagne recèle de lieux merveilleux qui gagnent à être davantage connus.
Grâce à vos prises de vue, nous découvrons ce pays sous un autre angle.
D'autre part, je ne puis m'empêcher à la musique à travers Le Romantisme dans « Asturias » d’Isaac Albéniz.
La note rend compte de l'historique du pays et cela donne encore plus d'intérêt à la composition.
Amitiés.
Philippe

PaulVDV (39504) 2017-10-18 14:20

Hello Angel,
This is the sky I remember from my visit of Ribadesella :)
The little town is beautifully built along the long waterfront.
The fresh green hills visible directly behind the houses provide a nice contrast with the red colour of the roofs and the buildings.
Best regards, Paul

mcmtanyel (39123) 2017-10-18 18:41

Hello Angel,
This is a charming bay with colorful buildings around it and green hills. Although it is overcast, it is still an inviting scene.
Regards,
MT

ChrisJ (132380) 2017-10-19 3:21

Hola, Angel!

A good elevated pov overlooking the attractive harbor. The town neatly divides the image into sea and sky. The bridge at right continues on from the road & the small green hill adds interest. Tfs!

Cricri (138946) 2017-10-20 3:35

Hola Angel
Bon POV avec une excellente belle courbe, de belles couleurs sous le ciel gris, très jolie composition
belle journée
cricri

jean113 (8780) 2017-10-20 8:15

Hello Angel, this point of view gives us a good impression of the bay and the seaside town.
Excellent depth of field, even the distant mountains are clearly visible.
Regards Jean.

COSTANTINO (78068) 2017-10-25 10:58

Hello dear friend and have a nice time
and a happy new day
I love photos of this kind I love the sea
and particulary houses near the sea
amazing capture perfecly executed
with a fantastic grey sky and the
greenery in the foreground
beautiful seascape vie
welldone and wellseen
regards
Costantino

Photo Information

Copyright: angel cornejo (cornejo) (53652)
Genre: Lieux
Medium: Couleur
Date Taken: 2013-07-03
Categories: Nature, Architecture
Camera: Nikon D3100, Tamron AF18-200 F/ 3.5-6.3 xr, 62mm HAMA Circular Polarizer
Exposition: 1/333 secondes
Versions: version originale
Date Submitted: 2017-10-17 11:31