The Aragonese Castle

As I continue to pour through archived files, picking and choosing which photos will have the pleasure of seeing the light of day, I stumble on pictures that I completely ignored which had wonderful potential.  Maybe that’s a good thing… This is essentially the same as taking a first look at these pictures, even though this particular group is over a year old.

This quick photo journey takes us to the awe-inspiring Aragonese Castle which sits safely perched on a massive rock connected to the Island of Ischia by a narrow road.  When you walk up to the castle you can just feel its menacing presence beaming down on you.  The photos below take us on a quick tour through the actual castle, connecting churches, caverns, hallways, and grand rooms.  I will leave it at that and let you enjoy the photos as they are.  If you find yourself in the Naples area, take the opportunity to get out to the island of Ischia and explore this awesome castle!

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15 responses to The Aragonese Castle


  1. Awesome is the appropriate word to describe these photos as well.

  2. Seriously, Adam, this is one of my favorite series from you! I LOVE castles, and you’ve really taken us on a wondrous journey through this one! Each image is full of great contrasts and details, delivering all the character this great place holds within its walls!

  3. I think sepia would look nice too here

  4. Dude, what an awesome series. These look wonderful!
    I particularly like that 3rd shot, although they are all great. Something about that one that draws me in. ;-)
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  5. These are fantastic Adam. I especially like the simplicity of the first image. B&W is just perfect for this scene.

  6. Fantastic series of shots, Adam! Looks to be a really inspiring place to visit. Great choice in the B&W, although Chantal may have a point the sepia toning could look great too. You have brought out the contrasts and details so that every single shot needs a good look at to absorb all that is there to see.

  7. very cool Adam, great use of BW!

  8. Beautiful Adam! Love em all! Great work!

  9. What a very interesting post Adam. Great images!

  10. WOW, very very nice pictures!

  11. wow! That place looks awesome! Nice job man.
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  12. Great series, that second to the last shot is killer

  13. Nicely done Adam! I really like the symmetry in each of these.
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  14. Love that photo walking through the archway – gives you a great sense of the size and scale of the place

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