Hirtshals Lighthouse

© Jan Lykke

Hirtshals Lighthouse

Uploaded: June 16, 2009

Description

The lighthouse Hirtshals Fyr (Denmark) was built in 1862. It is 35 metres high and stands on a 27 metre high mound.

The lighthouse is still in operation and is, even today, an impressive structure.

Lens: Sigma 18-200 OS

Exif: F Number: 13, Exposure Bias Value: -0.33, ExposureTime: 10/5000 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 200, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 55.00 mm, Model: NIKON D300

Comments

Carolyn J. Connolly June 16, 2009

Jan, I really love lighthouses, and this one is a beauty - as you say, quite impressive!! You captured this image on a beautiful day, too - the lighting and sky are gorgeous, and the colours, details, textures and composition all are exceptional!! :o) #1142001

Nadya Johnson June 16, 2009

What can I say after Carolyn?? She covered it all. Great capture Jan, with outstanding light, great color and imposing composition! #7634936

Jan Lykke June 16, 2009

Thank you Carolyn and Nadya.
/Jan :-) #7637171

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