Jaipur City Palace
The sandstone “pink city” of Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II. At its centre sits the City Palace (built between 1728 and 1732) surrounded by its impressive high wall;
© Mark Simms Photography (2015)
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11 Responses to “Jaipur City Palace”
I especially love the monochrome photo of the columns. The repeating pattern and the contrast between light and shade is fabulous and the monochrome really brings out the texture in the carving of the columns.
Thanks Laura…..yes it was crying out for conversion to mono
Stunning photos!! I love the mono hallway!!! the light and shadow and textures are wonderful.
Thanks Cyb
Superb!
I love that B & W too, Mark.
(this will be one trip to always remember through your stunning images).
Love the black and white Mark. Really beautiful and I’m enjoying the travels vicariously through you!
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It seems the monochrome image is a hit – deservedly so! It’s a great subject with the repeating pattern and the textures, tones and shapes are lovely.
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