Saturday, January 14, 2012

A Deceptive Quietude

Ruins and Old Olive Tree, Roman Forum, Rome, Italy  © Doug Hickok
(Velvia slide film)



A peaceful moment in the Roman Forum inspires reflection upon the immense depth of history found here among the old olive trees and weathered ruins. Yet, it is a deceptive peace. Not only was the Forum a hubbub of activity in ancient times, but it still is during tourist season, when throngs of visitors file past the remains of the once vast and seemingly indestructible Empire of Rome.

16 comments:

  1. Solitude in the forum. A rare find.

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  2. I thougt, it is Italy, and I was right.
    Good Colours. I like it.
    Greetings.

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  3. this image has the feel of a time portal.

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  4. We have also been there, it was an excellent experience.

    Greetings,
    Filip

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  5. Excellent!! All the mood of the antiquies of Rome! And this unique Italian light!
    Have a nice day.

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  6. The amber light adds such a warm mood to this image...Why don't you come enter it in my 'Weekly Top Shot' meme? We're on Week #13 and I'd love to see you share with me and my readers! Here's this weeks' link: http://www.theviewfromrighthere.com/blog/?p=5870

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  7. For deceptive peacefulness we have a say: "still waters are deep".

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  8. fantastic place and the light is wonderful!!!

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  9. C'est toujours un plaisir de revoir des images de Rome, ville magnifique.

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  10. An amazing contrast of the peace conveyed in the photo and your words about the throngs of tourists. Beautiful capture Doug.

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  11. I remember having the same kinds of feelings when we visited. It's so interesting to consider the ancient bustle of this place and remember that it was the center of the world at the time. Now here it is. Wonderfully done Doug.

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  12. The lights in this wonderful calm picture are beautiful.
    I have never been there (was sick when all my classmates went there) :( but I learned a lot about in my Latin lessons... :)

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  13. a very unique and personal look at these venerable ruins ... and very attractive mellow light! i was quite impressed when i stood for the first time where caesar and augustus and titus stood before me ... ;-))

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  14. must be humbling to be strolling through a place as ancient as this.. great catch..

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