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July 15, 2011

Old Movie Town

Downstream from Kaiping on the banks of the Tanjiang River is the historical town of Chikan. The charming streets of the old town, parts of which go back 350 years, have long been used as backdrop in Chinese movies. There is even a movie studio where hundreds of blockbusters have been produced.

Kaiping County, 2007

I am joining Weekend Reflections, Weekend in Black and White and Sunday Bridges. [You can enlarge the image with a click.]

36 comments:

  1. EG CameraGirlJuly 15, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    What a fabulous reflection, Francisca! The curve of the bridge would be lovely on its own but as a reflection too it's stunning!

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  2. MalyssJuly 15, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    This picture is very beautyful!i like it very much!

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  3. jabblogJuly 15, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    The reflections are beautiful - very serene.

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  4. Sylvia KJuly 15, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    Lovely old building and terrific reflections, Francisca, as always! Love the B&W capture! Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

    Sylvia

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  5. UnknownJuly 16, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    What a fabulous shot. Love it.

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  6. genieJuly 16, 2011 at 1:18 AM

    What a fabulous setting for movies. This is a wonderful shot. It reminds me of some of the street in downtown London with the curing pavement encircling the flats. Lovely shot. Genie

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  7. Ms. BeckyJuly 16, 2011 at 1:23 AM

    this is a pretty extraordinary photo, to be sure. enlarged it's fabulous, and I see why it's used as a backdrop for movies. you've done a marvelous job of capturing it's beauty. have a wonderful weekend Francisca!

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  8. JamesJuly 16, 2011 at 1:52 AM

    Beautiful photo! It's perfect in black and white. It looks like it could have been taken decades ago.

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  9. Kay L. DaviesJuly 16, 2011 at 2:41 AM

    Fabulous photo, Francisca. Wonderful reflections.
    — K

    Kay, Alberta, Canada
    An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

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  10. tapirgalJuly 16, 2011 at 3:11 AM

    This is really stunning, Francisca! It's beautifully balanced, wonderful reflection, and what a location! Love the architecture.

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  11. jooJuly 16, 2011 at 3:22 AM

    Terrific photo Francisca! Looks as if time stopped there.
    Have a nice weekend:)

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  12. B i r g i t t aJuly 16, 2011 at 3:30 AM

    Amazing and such beautiful view!
    Great reflections too :)
    What do you do in China Francisca?
    Holiday or work?

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  13. Mona SwedenJuly 16, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    Gorgeous shot and marvellous reflections!

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  14. RuneJuly 16, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    Fine perspective, beautiful reflections with fine overall contrast. Good shot :)

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  15. VioletSkyJuly 16, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    This has a timeless quality to it..

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  16. AnonymousJuly 16, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    Lovely photo Francisca. I cannot imagine this one in color and the reflections are super.

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  17. T. BecqueJuly 16, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    This is really beautiful and so interesting to see.

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  18. Oakland Daily PhotoJuly 16, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    All I can say is "oooh."

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  19. Tatjana ParkachevaJuly 16, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    Very good photography with beautiful cadre. Reflection in the water makes it more beautiful. Excellent choice for black and white.

    Regards!

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  20. CarolaJuly 16, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Beautiful photo. Interesting bridge. I like the reflections, a bit mysterios. Great in B&W.

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  21. KaoriJuly 16, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    Gorgeous, Francisca! Especially stunning in B&W! I've probably seen this in a movie or two...my daddy was into chinese movies for a while. Any Jet Lee movies? :D

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  22. Cezar and LéiaJuly 16, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    This is an incredible artwork, wonderful picture and it's perfect for b&w, great choice!
    Hugs and a lovely Sunday
    Léia

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  23. DimpleJuly 17, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    This is beautiful. I am taken by the skyline this row of buildings creates.

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  24. UnknownJuly 17, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    What a fantastic place! Great shot too, Francisca.

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  25. Sallie (FullTime-Life)July 17, 2011 at 4:25 AM

    Beautiful photo, amazing reflection. Perfect in black and white.

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  26. JimJuly 17, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    What a beautiful shot.
    Sydney - City and Suburbs

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  27. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪July 17, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    what a wonderful job you have to travel all over the world.

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  28. AndyJuly 17, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    Francisca, nice photo that covers three mimes.

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  29. LesleyJuly 17, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    beautiful scene. is that a movie poster by the water's edge on the left?

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  30. FranciscaJuly 17, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    @Lesley... yes, that is a movie poster. The entrance to the old film studio is just to the left of that poster.

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  31. MeriJuly 18, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    So exotic and scenic!

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  32. PatJuly 18, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Really exquisite photo of an exotic location. I love that it is in b/w, many many details so up!

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  33. jennyfrecklesJuly 19, 2011 at 3:02 AM

    I can see why - it's beautiful and very photogenic.

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  34. DragonstarJuly 21, 2011 at 4:04 AM

    Wonderful curves and reflections!

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  35. DragonstarJuly 21, 2011 at 4:04 AM

    Wonderful curves and reflections!

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  36. Lucy Corrander Now in Halifax!July 25, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    What builidngs!

    Lucy

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