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13-SEP-2014

Morella. Portal de Sant Mateu

You are welcome by the Portal de Sant Mateu built in the fifteenth century. This gate is not as spectacular as Portal de Sant Miquel but for many is the prettiest of the entrances to the city. His stone arch, slightly pointed and narrow segments, is a sobriety lightened only by a small relief carved on the left. Represents a crucified Christ covered by a Gothic gable, a sacred defense to the villa or a statement of faith for visitors. Up bow three loopholes hurt the rock to defend the door crossbows safely. The whole is surmounted by a tower, probably older, with matacán stone and two windows that look over the county, all topped by a roof tiles that look hand that the watchful eye of the sun is covered.

Canon EOS 70D
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Yvonne11-Oct-2014 10:30
Superb shot of this piece of ancient history Jose, especially capturing
the people in the shadows... v
John Hamers11-Oct-2014 07:50
Great shot of this wonderful gate, love the framing !!V
Helen Betts11-Oct-2014 07:03
Excellent light and clarity, and a well framed scene. V.
MarcViskens11-Oct-2014 05:27
Very pretty
Gerard Koehl11-Oct-2014 05:12
Cette porte est très belle. V
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