Oberammergau

Oberammergau was THE most peaceful place to just rest and relax in some of the most breathtaking scenery. They host the passion play every 10 years after the villagers pledged to re-enact the crucifixion of Christ if the black death spared their village - it did. And they still have the play true to their word. It's also great that all the villagers make up the cast so the friendly chap who was pouring my weissbier was probably lined up to play Jesus!

Imperia

Check out this raunchy lady! Her name is Imperia is she is a rather huge statue on the bank of Lake Constance. There to represent corruption she holds the pope in one hand and the king in the other - supposedly a prostitute...probably a bit unfair but she was a bit of a shock i have to say.

Raging

Looking back over some pictures from last year touring around Bavaria i realised there we so many pictures i should do something with - maybe i was feeling particularly harsh at first. Isn't it great to relieve those memories of an amazing holiday! Spending time with amazing friends and seeing some truly magical things! The picture below was taken at Linderhoff Castle nestled in the bavarian alps and it was a truly amazing place...surrounded by so much natural beauty and yet the palace itself filled with all the riches that money could buy.

Symmetry

There was so much opulence within the many, many churches we visited in Bavaria and Austria - it was all very decadent and were more works of art than places of reverence but beautiful all the same.

Atmosphere

There are lots more castle pictures from today but this is the other favourite...with no actual castles in sight. A very atmospheric walk to the castle, would be great at night....if i'm feeling brave!

Heritage

I visited a beautiful castle today in a very peaceful and rural location - which was great not to have swarms of people! There were also some amazing trees and so it was a great opportunity to practise with the wide angled lens. I'm really pleased with the effect of the branches really filling the picture.

Webs

I wanted to add these few pictures for the really delicate nature of them. The intricate details are really beautiful.