Edinburgh Castle - Announcing the End of the Tattoo. (Please view larger).

Edinburgh is Scotland's capital city and every year in the month of August transforms itself into the cultural capital of the world. In addition to the official Edinburgh International Festival comprising musical, ballet and theatre performances by leading companies from around the world, there are several other arts and cultural festivals, of which the Fringe is by far the largest. Countless Fringe venues, large, small and tiny open their doors to groups, large and small, local and foreign, who decide to make their way to Edinburgh, camp on friends' floors and perform their piece to visitors from all over the world. Many are completely unknown and in order to stand out from the crowd and entice an audience they first appear on the Royal Mile, the ancient street linking Edinburgh Castle on its volcanic peak to the Palace of Holyrood House. A short strip of this street is thronged with weird and wonderful figures, singers, acrobats, jugglers, actors, all watched by curious tourists, whose hands are filled with flyer after flyer advertising comedy, dance, music, classical theatre and experimental works. Last year there were 1,300 performances per day, by an estimated 18,901 performers from 60 countries. It's a truly exhiliarating atmosphere. At night the castle plays host to the Tattoo, a performance of military skills and music performed by Scottish regiments and at its close, fireworks are released from the Castle.

Nice shot!

Magnificent shot..these displays are not so easy, so a big Bravo from me....regards

Magical execution for splendid result, love the subtle colors, fabulous exposure control, crisp sharpness & exquisite composition, very impressive piece again, Dimitris!       Congr. 

Fantastic capture. Best ratings....Best regards.

bravo Dimittri. this is a difficult shot and you have done very well. my compliments

As said above - not easy at all but very impressive final result. The ' photogenic' illumination of the castle adds definitely value to the composition. Compliments Dimitri.

Really beautiful capture ,congrats .

A really beautiful, and very much 'alive" composition. & Interesting information you provided with it as well, Dimitris..! Congrats, a very fine capture indeed! Best regards, Marjolein

A superb image. I wonder if Guy Fawkes was involved http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guy_Fawkes

Fantastic

Ali

This is really very spectacular Dimitri...... especially in large view......!!!

The precise exposure and light treatment reveals all the details of these impressive fireworks......

... also the castle is well written under the low light.

Very successful indeed..... (top score an.)

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Dimitris, a superb job capturing the moment. Very captivating. Best Regards, Andres

Thankyou Dimitris for that history, I am Scottish on my Mother's side, and I have never known about this festival.  It sound fascinating and an event that once seen, I think one would want to return often to.  This shot is so well done.  Your POV was excellent. What a fitting and amazing tribute to the Tatoo......I learn something new every day on PN....Thanks so much for sharing the History and your great photo of this Celebration.

Warm regards, Gail

Great moment! The firework is fantastic and this is amazing presentation, Dimitris. I also like the beautiful light reflection on the castle. This is a nice addition to the firework and all these lights work together very well. Beautiful picture! Best regards.

Excellent shot accompanied by an appreciated narrative. Compliments!  ~~~~L

Awesome capture, Dimi. Regards, Lawrence.

Very beautiful, fantastic night shot.

Cheers.

Great shot! Warm regards, Ilkka

This is an amazing shot!!!!! Congratulations!!!!!

It always interesting make images from firework, but you nail it! Excellent work!

Excellent work, the fireworks and lighting well presented!

Take care, Pamela

Great capture, my friend! I'm returned!...Ciaomau!