SilentPrayer

Tells a good story.

Almost too high contrast but just this side of good.

Almost intrusive but just on the right side of respectful.

Well done,

Matthijs.

very solemn and beautiful. luv the light on her face and beads, and the lighted memorial? is it a memorial, and are the writings on the wall related? awesome image, Kresimir, and i'd luv to know its context. dp

Thanks for your comments.

Hi Donna,

this is a chapel in Zagreb. Here is a description from one tourist site:

"The Stone Gate is part of the remains of the city walls that once stood around the old town. Although it was first mentioned in 1429, it is assumed to have been built in 1266. Throughout the city's long history it has undergone many reconstructions and was devastated by fire more than once. The last such fire destroyed much of Gradec on 31 May 1731, burning down houses that were close to the Stone Gate. The Gate displayed a painting of the Mother of God, which was miraculously undamaged by the fire. To commemorate the event, grateful citizens built a chapel within the arch of the old Stone Gate. The chapel, which still houses the painting of the Mother of God, has since become Zagreb's biggest shrine and is regularly visited by people who come to light a candle and thank the Lady for protecting them. The 57 by 47 cm painting on canvass depicts Our Lady with a gold crown, which was added to it on 31 May 1931, on the 200th anniversary of its miraculous salvation from the fire."

A touching moment!

Interesting scene and beautiful light.