Here's a look at one of the icons of Berlin's skyline, the Fernsehturm, affectionately known to Berliners as the Telespargel. In the foreground you also have the lovely Oberbaumbrücke and if you look carefully between the two towers of the bridge, you can also see the Rotes Rathaus, Berlin's main City Hall.
Of course there are other Skyline views of Berlin that are popular, such as the Brandenburg Gate or a look out over the city from the Reichstag, but I find this view especially nice as it's right over the Spree river. And I was lucky to catch some paddlers making their way westward into the city.
I can't believe another month has rolled around. I don't want the summer to end! Hope you've been enjoying your sunny days as much as I have. For more interpretations of this month's theme, take a look here.
I see that paddle boarding isn't just for Hawaii anymore.
ReplyDeleteThat's a great shot, Hal!
ReplyDeleteSelecting a spot with which we may not be familiar is an excellent idea. The addition of the river and the paddlers added lots of interest.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful capture, Hal!
ReplyDeletePerfect spot to take your photo. There is a lot to see in this scene.
ReplyDeleteNice view
ReplyDeleteAwesome view! My wife has relatives there so we plan to visit sometime.
ReplyDeletegreat photo hal! i don't want summer to end either :(
ReplyDeleteI like this viewpoint and those paddlers add a lot to the photo!
ReplyDeleteThis is very nice and the paddlers are a perfect addition. The construction cranes are a good counterpoint to the classic lines of the traditional buildings. (And I don't want to let go of summer, either. Enjoy it while you can!)
ReplyDeleteGreat view, lots to see there.
ReplyDeleteHow pretty! I love the light in this photo. I'm about ready for summer to be gone because the heat is unbearable where I live.
ReplyDeleteGreat and dramatic shot, really well done, Hal !
ReplyDeleteI remember on our last visit how the sun often reflects off the sphere of the tower in the form of a cross, much to the consternation of the former East German authorities. Nice that you caught the paddleboarders. Looking forward to seeing the city and, we hope, you in just over a month.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous view of a beautiful city! Love how you caught the light on the boards of the paddle boarders!
ReplyDeleteWhat a GREAT image.
ReplyDelete(PS. I have been up in this TV-tower. We were invited for dinner, so your image brought back some memories today.)
I am glad this shot brought back some good memories. :D
DeleteThis is a super shot, Hal! It delivers the unexpected which is almost always a good thing in photography. And I love the way the light hits the buildings and the folks sliding down the river on boards!
ReplyDeleteA very moody sky! Beautiful shot, Halcyon.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!
ReplyDeleteBirgitta i Budapest
Lovely photo !!
ReplyDeleteAnytime there is water it is the perfect place for me!! Beautiful skyline, beautiful River. I love summer too -- which of course is why we head to Florida when it turns cold in Oregon. Autumn is pretty here too though -- and it is really the only season change we see!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great shot.
ReplyDeleteFt hats a smashing picture, so much atmosphere with those clouds...
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