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Historic Besalou Bridge Art Print
by Nieves Nitta
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Historic Besalou Bridge art print by Nieves Nitta. Our art prints are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All art prints include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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Besalú, in the province of Girona, Catalonia, Spain, is a monumental example of the Catalan Middle Ages. The origin of the fortified bridge is... more
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Artist's Description
Besalú, in the province of Girona, Catalonia, Spain, is a monumental example of the Catalan Middle Ages. The origin of the fortified bridge is unknown. In 1075 it is mentioned in documents and the basic structure probably dates from this time. In order to protect the bridge from floods and enemy attacks the bridge had to be modified frequently; first, in 1315, then in 1395 with the incorporation of the defense towers, then in 1680 and, finally, in the 1960s after it was partially blown up in 1939 during the Spanish civil war. Located in the region of La Garrotxa, the town is only steps away from the spectacular scenery of the Volcanic Zone of La Garrotxa Nature Reserve, on the last spurs of the eastern section of the Pyrenees of Girona. Cobbled streets and façades are the most distinguishable feature of the city centre, as can be seen in many spots. The rich medieval legacy brings the visitor closer to both religious and civil constructions, and to the vestiges of a Sephardic quarter...
About Nieves Nitta
Born in Madrid, Spain, for many years residing in West Texas and loving it. Although with educational and professional background in business administration, Art was my passion from as early as I can remember. Busy rearing two children while fully employed, my budding interest in painting eventually turned to a pursue of the almost "instant gratification" that I thought photography would offer while capturing my impressions, especially when traveling. It is a wonderfully beautiful world out there, and soon after starting taking pictures I felt impelled to share those images with friends, family, and beyond, as a way to relive the moments that I had so enjoyed capturing, perhaps even allowing others to see those places, people, art,...
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Nieves Nitta
Thanks for the 3/27/2021 feature in the Just Perfect - Art Group! Much-appreciated encouragement Janis.
Ajay Harit
Wonderfully done. Good shot.
Nieves Nitta replied:
Thank you, Ajay, for liking my work, your kind comment, and for adding me to you watchlist!
Nieves Nitta
Many thanks, Cathy, for the 6/5/2020 feature of this work in the Anything Architectrure Buildings and Bridges 6/5/2020!
Nieves Nitta
Thanks for your comment Alex!
Alex Lyubar
Great capture
John M Bailey
Congratulations on your feature in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Nieves Nitta replied:
Feature greatly appreciated John! Thank you!
Nieves Nitta
Thanks a lot, Ben!
Ben Prepelka
Marvelous architecture - congrats on your group features !!
Nieves Nitta
Dear Kathy, thanks a million for visiting, kind words, ongoing encouragement! All mean a lot.
Kathy M Krause
Revisiting this amazing capture Nieves! So amazing and beautiful! LF
Nieves Nitta
Honored and very happy about the 10/8/2019 feature of this image in the Photographic Camera Art group! Thank you Don!
Don Columbus
Congratulations Nieves, your work is Featured in "Photographic Camera Art" I invite you to place it in the group's "2019 Featured Image Archive" Discussion!! L/Tweet!
Nieves Nitta
Always rewarding to see your comments Kay! LF sincerely appreciated!
Kathy M Krause
Nieves, this is a magnificent capture of this historic bridge and the city! I love your composition, the colors and that awesome sky! LF
Nieves Nitta
Thanks for your comment, Jurgen. I'm very happy you like this image!
Jurgen Lorenzen
Great composition and detail, Nieves!
Nieves Nitta
Honored by the feature of this work on 8/20/2019! Thank you Judy!
Nieves Nitta
Thank you, Tatiana, for featuring this work in the Travel Art group that you administer! Honor much appreciated!
Nieves Nitta
Appreciate the fave Lyuba. Have a blessed day!
Nieves Nitta
Dora Sofia, thanks for the feature of Historic Besalou Bridge in the Picturesque Neighborhoods of the World group. Much appreciated!