This impressive photo shows the iconic Fort of São Miguel Arcanjo in Nazaré, Portugal, from a distance. Standing proudly on the rocky cliff, the fort overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and exudes a sense of history and strength. The fort's sturdy stone walls are a sharp contrast to the vast blue sea stretching out to the right of the picture. The fort, originally built to defend the coast, today symbolises the rugged, untamed beauty of the Portuguese coast.
The rugged cliffs on which the fort rests emphasise the drama of the location, where nature and history converge. The ocean waves beat powerfully against the rocks, as the coastline stretches into the distance. This image captures not only the beauty of the fort, but also the energy of the sea and the sense of freedom this place evokes.
The picture invites the viewer to experience the timeless splendour of Nazaré, a place where the fort is a silent witness to ancient maritime traditions and the mighty forces of the ocean.
I am Richard Steenvoorden, a biologist with a great passion for photography. I mainly photograph in Leiden and its surroundings, but also post photos from my European travels.
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