Photo: Church Pillars Arles
The ornate Eglise St Trophime pillars on the exterior of the church in the city of Arles, Provence in France, Europe.
The ornate Eglise-St-Trophime pillars are just part of the decorative exterior of this 12th century church in the city of Arles in Provence, France. As so many churches in France, Eglise-St-Trophime was built on the site of other early churches, and named for St Tropnime, a bishop of Arles in the 3rd century.Eglise-St-Trophime in Arles was built during the 11th and 12th centuries and the west portal is considered to be one of the best examples of the Romanesque style of architecture. The intricate carving and statues of saints on the facade of the Eglise-St-Trophime in Arles are enhanced by the elegant pillars, also with ornate stonework, resting on bases depicting different scenes and faces.The Eglise-St-Trophime is on the east side of the Place de la Republique- Republic Square - a busy spot, where tourists and locals gather day and night. Not only are the pillars of the church a fascinating display of architecture but the entire building is uniquely designed. ... continue below the picture...
Church Pillars Arles
church in the city of Arles, France in Europe.
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Church Pillars Arles
... Many tourists that visit Arles in Provence, France stop to admire the elegant artwork of the Eglise St Trophime in Place de la Republique in Arles, France.Eglise St Trophime in Place de la Republique, Old Town, Arles, Bouches du Rhone, Provence, France, Europe.
Technical Information:
I photographed this photo with the digital SLR camera model Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II, aperture of f/6.3, exposure time of 1/80 sec. on ISO 100, as always I used a original Canon Lens, the focus lenght for this picture was 70mm.
The ornate Eglise St Trophime pillars on the exterior of the church in the city of Arles, Provence in France, Europe.
