Graphic poster of Seville with coordinates | black-and-white photography | Real Alcazar

by Laura Dijkslag

During my travels, I look for places that touch me - by their beauty, tranquillity or history. Sometimes you arrive at a location where everything is right: the light, the architecture, the atmosphere. Then I grab my camera and try to capture that one moment. What completes it for me is adding the name and coordinates. It makes the memory tangible and gives the image that extra bit of meaning.

I took this photo at the Real Alcázar in Seville, a royal palace that is among the oldest palaces still in use in Europe. Its origins date back to the time of Moorish rule, which you can see in the sophisticated Islamic details. The courtyard in the photo - Patio de las Doncellas - is an oasis of symmetry and tranquillity. Its water, arches and ornate patterns reflect a timeless elegance.

The choice of black and white enhances the sense of stillness and serenity. Without colour, attention is fully drawn to the shapes, lines and contrasts. The minimalist nature of this work makes it powerful and subdued at the same time.

For travel lovers, this is not just another image; it is an invitation to pause for a moment. To feel the history, hear the silence, and let it take you to a place full of stories.