Back Home + Photos of Hämeen Linna (Häme Castle)

in finland •  7 years ago  (edited)

We took a little longer route home. We stopped in Hämeenlinna at the medieval castle to stretch our legs. I also took the phone camera out. There is also a military museum next to the castle.

The main gate on the south side

South side inside the perimeter

This is Lake Vanajavesi on the east side. It's narrow and long like a river near the city.

From the southeast

From the east. Looks imposing, doesn't it? That's why you build castles.

Artillery pieces at the military museum. A bit in your face, but there isn't anything subtle about artillery...

There is no shortage of scenic walking and cycling trails in Hämeenlinna.

From the northeast. A bridge over the trench in the foreground.

Two towers on the north side

Quite a thick wall, isn't it? Notice the metal crosses on the wall. They are typical of medieval buildings.

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I was sitting with anticipation to troll something on your post.
But you made great photoshots again, damn.
Maybe there will be something in badtimed farts.

Thank you. Would you be kind enough to rank these photos according to your preference or mention which three or so were your favourites and which was the best one in your opinion? I'm trying to improve my photographic skills.

They are nearing that feeling of "Oh shit, that's amazing, my eyes are on fire". But a few steps far from that, yet.

I would take the shots of cannons from the light side. So the shadows would play together with sunshine.
I think the dark side of the buildings didn't do the trick either.

I like these the most:

I'm also curious how would these two end up, if you changed the angle or went higher.


Thanks for the comments! I've got the think about your suggestions. Do you mean what would change if I had climbed to the place you marked with the arrow in the last photo?

Yeah, I just want to see the structure from that point of view))

I would've liked to but I was in a hurry and not sure how to get up there. Next time perhaps.

Hmm.. I've never been in Hämeenlinna castle in winter. It looks so different!

Built as a fortress. Good pictures.

Oh these pictures brings backs many memories from haemenlinna, since some of friends lives there , good stuff mate xx

Very impressive photos! The sky is so clear and blue!
There is so much empty space! Lots of big trees still sleeping and waiting for spring to arrive!

Very peaceful and calm place!

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These are amazing photos, keep it up! upvtoed

No, you didn't.

It is upvoted now. Come on.

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