When riding, very often, I let myself wonder someplace without having a clue as to where am I going. I like the surprise and 'half lost' feeling that this creates for me, usually. There is an additional level of freedom in not knowing what is in front of you or where will you be wandering off to. An adventurous dimension of exploration that can only be matched by an ecstatic notion of living in the present moment. That one, I love, too.
A decision to ride through a park is often a wrong one but this time it happens to be a legitimate choice because the narrow stretch of walkway is actually a road for people who live on the other side of the park. Hope they'll not mind a slow and mindful rider who doesn't feel like parting from his engine. A park keeper gives me a look but it's more of a: 'I like your ride.' than 'What are you doing here?' Guess, I'm safe. ;-)
The rundown mansion at the far side of the park catches my attention. The facade hasn't been fixed for at least half a century. The mansion belonged to several noble families in its centuries-long existence. I have no clue to whom it belongs now. It must have been a gem of its time, now only a sorry display of poor human virtue.
It always saddens me to see something this. The stuccos are almost completely gone, the wall is broken in many places, total negligence of mice and men. Many mansions were left to the tooth of time, especially during the 'brave' period of communist rule under Belgrade regime. The red asses couldn't care less for heritage from capitalist times because 'the bright dawn of communism' was to be built. Such a primitive and ghastly attitude was coming from an overly prejudicial point of view that was very much in, at the time.
My curiosity is quite eagerly awaiting its satisfaction, so let's leave the bike right here and bravely walk in. Hopefully, I'll not be jumped at, as a welcoming hail from a local dope club committee.
But, then again, even if I do, wouldn't that be an awesome story to tell?
Enjoy your day! :-)
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Good for you. There's always something in store for those who take controlled risks. 😊
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Love the way you write, makes me want to see what comes next :) Abandoned places are so eerie. I used to live next to an abandoned Gerber baby food factory in Costa Rica, it was mostly crumbled and taken down but there were still some places where you could get into some parts of the basement. Old lockers and tables were still there in what must have been a break room... Made you wonder who worked there, what they talked about on their breaks. If any of them were still alive, and if so, if they knew they could get a peek back in time. I never took pictures though, only dared to go in once and it was before every phone had a camera. Maybe it's still like that, maybe it's filled in now.
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I like the bike ride and vantage old house
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when you do not know what awaits you ahead, it creates an additional taste of life, which is so valuable. Beautiful park, with its ancient architectural value. I think people were slightly surprised by your interest in their sights :)
For some reason I am sure that if you made an effort to this facade, it looked admirable, especially considering its ancient appearance.
We are waiting for the continuation and a good day to you :)
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another great adventure ride sir @velimir, maybe the park keeper know that you are traveling away from home that's why he understand your situations, that poor human virtue is amazing people. they live life with battle of joy. most of them are very nice people.
Regards bien
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You could explore Slovakia this spring. There are the castles on every hill. And some of them, like Bojnice are like from the Disney's movie
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I could. Been to Bratislava several times. :)
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Love how raw and perfect your photos are :)
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That's the point. Takes a bit of time to do them up like that but its what I like doing! ;)
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very interesting you had a trip, especially this old building looks, which for some reason no one is restoring.
You boldly go there where you have never been and do not know what awaits you there, it is worthy of respect.
the keeper of the park does not often see such guests, especially on a motorcycle, so his surprise was natural :)
Thanks, it's very interesting.
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Every time I read your article,it makes me eager to ride on a bike and enjoy the view.You are writing it in a way where we all can feel the ride with us.That is yours speciality
-cheers-
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i really like you photography that is amazing and also i like your traveling style and looking forward to more like this thank you inspiring me for traveling and i love traveling like on Bike riding
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Honestly i cant wait to do the same.
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That jealous look he gives you as you ride past haha.
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rofl... naa it was more of an honest appreciation... :)
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It is an interesting way to think lime this : letting yourself driven by the road, where ever it takes you. It is like being in loce with the motorcycle. You two go together in the middle of nowhere, it does not matter as long as you are together.
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Live to ride, and ride to be free.
Adventure is always just a throttle away.
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The way you express yourself gives the feeling of being reading a book and being at the point of attachment always waiting to see what is going on, a great job continues like this
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The history and the abandoned houses create in themselves some fear among us, but at the same time nostalgia to see how wonderful it is and it is in ruins, one in his mind makes the reconstruction of the site and even sees himself inside it, it is wonderful what presents us in each steemit delivery. a hug.
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I usually ride with my wife and although I'm comfortable getting 'lost' like that, she isn't. My worst fears include getting flagged by traffic officers. i.e. if I enter a one-way road in the wrong direction.
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'When riding, very often, I let myself wonder someplace without having a clue as to where am I going. I like the surprise and 'half lost' feeling that this creates for me'..... I need to get a motorcycle..... I can relate to that feeling of just letting the path lead me and discovering treasures like these!
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wow beautifully written..so you are a freedom seeker who rides on a bike :)
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Verry good Pictures, your Bike is nice. Ride safe !
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Actually great photography one..I appreciate to your post...This is historical post..Thanks for sharing..
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excellent article
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another great post and amazing photography......
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od evening my friend Your publication is really beautiful I wish you success I hope to interact together
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interesting postings very good, I like
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I also encourage original image . be yourself we need to see new thing because we usually see those pictures on net
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Nice information ever
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Facino
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自由的探索者
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Hola amigo @velimir bienvenido a esta maravillosa comunidad excelente post espero continuar aprendiendo saludos y éxitos de parte de tu amigo @juan24
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hot post of the day
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i love this series
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You have the most awesome job sir ! Keep it going , just drive safely and enjoy the ride.
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Short but good read.
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it's awesome and helpful post..
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It looks very nice
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the ride of bike is awesome
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There is always an awsome story in everything, just if you take a good look, right? I liked this one. :)
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I am collecting the most votes under this comment. Together, we can do everything!
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Motorcycling and taking pictures are one of the best things to combine :) lovely
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this so Very cool your detailing is very accurate and I liked it and I like your style in the book it motivates me readers thanks for this post
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Really cool series plus bikes, photography, travel three of my favorite thing together....
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well looking
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There is nothing better than a trip without a destination. Surprise is the fun of life.
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wow a great photography at the middle of the post i like it great work giving pleasent
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Nice post @velimir when Holland?
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Interesting
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how a beauty view.. I like it .. Superrrr (y)
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Çok güzel bir paylaşım olmuş emeğinize sağlık....
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I love that pictures!!!!! AMAZING!
Well I'm new in here and I post amazing pictures about yoga because that's my passion! Sure you like! I follow you! kisses <3
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posts that can be very outdoors, teach us that we can post the right, greeting steemit
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Nisam se nadao da bi na steemitu mogao citati o lepom nam zagorju :)
Pozdrav
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Mervalous post... thanks for sharing
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Very interesting
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good image
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velimir!! Thank you, your Post.
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Yes! You are like me, and you can't explain it to people that don't ride. All I really want out of life is to see what is over the next hill!
People that ride motorcycles know why a dog sticks his head out of the car window.
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Nice post! I like your style, I guess I have something to learn from you :)
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use commenting bot more...
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NO! I didn't use any, try to read all my comments and that you will see it's authentic. I'm just guessing you are offended by my comments. I have only made 3 comments today before your's how come you suspect me?
If it's because of the image, I have remove it.
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:D
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Ok, I get that I just hit your pride, but instead of correcting my comment on something that I have no knowledge about, it seems to me that you are not accepting opinions as opinion, fairly.
I would love to be corrected and this time it's another learning to me and I thank you for that. However I would not be sorry for whatever my opinion may have cause you .
I see your image the way I perceive. And I know you reserved the rights to make it appear the way you want. That's the only part I will be sorry for, the wrong perception.
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