Monday, September 13, 2010

Porta del Duca

Porta del Duca, Fortezza VecchiaThe main gate of the fortress, with a massive arch in stone of Vada, is adjacent to the “Ampolletta” bastion, which offers better cover and protection.Porta del Duca, Fortezza VecchiaOnce called “Porta del Duca” (Duke's Gate), a marble coat of arms still stands above the arch.Porta del Duca, Fortezza VecchiaBarely legible now on the plaque below: “Sotto una Fede et Legge un Signor solo” (Under one Faith and Law, one Lord) the motto of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany.Porta del Duca, Fortezza VecchiaBeyond the gate we can already see the courtyard of the guards.

See also: Fortezza Vecchia - Piazza dei Grani - Scalo Regio - Cortile d'Arme - Capitana - Ampolletta - Molo del Soccorso - Canaviglia - Palazzo di Francesco - Mastio di Matilde - From the Top
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20 comments:

  1. Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.comSeptember 13, 2010 at 12:59 AM

    This looks like a fascinating place to explore.

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  2. MichelleSeptember 13, 2010 at 1:30 AM

    I would love to be there. It looks very intriguing.

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2010 at 2:05 AM

    Beautiful a place. Love the colour, dearly missed over here. Please have a good new week.

    daily athens

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  4. Luis GomezSeptember 13, 2010 at 3:23 AM

    Great place VP. I like your takes.

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  5. RandySeptember 13, 2010 at 3:57 AM

    So much history. You very lucky to get to capture it. Wonderful post.

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  6. HildaSeptember 13, 2010 at 5:00 AM

    Such a poignant beauty in these old, half-ruined stones.

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  7. BlossomFlowerGirlSeptember 13, 2010 at 5:42 AM

    We don't have buildings old like this, I really love seeing them. Thank you for sharing.

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  8. FranciscaSeptember 13, 2010 at 6:37 AM

    There is so much of interest here: the nooks and crannies, the contrast of the white stone with red brick, the lovely marble coat of arms, the plants growing out from the crumbling bricks, the promise of beyond the gate... Nice series, VP. Looks like you took this late in an afternoon; the arm sun glows beyond the gate.

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  9. DinaSeptember 13, 2010 at 7:39 AM

    Cool! Looks like a great place to explore.

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  10. Small City ScenesSeptember 13, 2010 at 8:12 AM

    Oh I would love to browse around this place. I like the arches and the quaintness of the the whole place. MB

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  11. cieldequimperSeptember 13, 2010 at 8:25 AM

    Are there any plans for opening it up again? I love the light in the last photo but I want to go inside.

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  12. jooSeptember 13, 2010 at 8:25 AM

    Beautiful place and beautiful photos!
    Have a nice week:)

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  13. Cezar and LéiaSeptember 13, 2010 at 12:30 PM

    So many history in this beautiful place!I like a lot the last shot composition, very well done!
    Hugs and a great week
    Léia

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  14. brattcatSeptember 13, 2010 at 3:03 PM

    You've clearly been inspired by this new place for your walking tours.

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  15. Rob SiemannSeptember 13, 2010 at 4:32 PM

    After the King's Landing, the Duke's Gate. Logical, my dear Captain. Such a shame it seems to be so derelict. Has it's charm as well, e vero.

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  16. ElettraSeptember 13, 2010 at 4:58 PM

    Foto magnifiche ,mi piace quando respiro storia!!!!!!!

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  17. HalcyonSeptember 13, 2010 at 6:17 PM

    So much nice old stuff. Even with the weeds, etc. it still looks cool!

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  18. UnknownSeptember 13, 2010 at 8:27 PM

    All images are fantastic but I'm especially fond of the top one. It's beautiful!

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  19. BirdmanSeptember 13, 2010 at 9:11 PM

    LOVE that image of sunlight beyond the gate.

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  20. GunnSeptember 14, 2010 at 12:29 AM

    A very beautiful place!:)

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