Summer splendour at the Rapenburg - Flowers at the Rapenburg (0053), with colourful flower boxes on the bridge in the foreground. The warm glow of the summer evening sun paints the sky in soft hues as the city prepares for night. The flowers seem to dance in the gentle breeze, adding a touch of joy to the scene. The canal houses in the distance seem to stand like sentinels of time, and their reflections in the water add to the magic of the moment. This photo captures the enchantment of the summer evening on the Rapenburg and brings the charming atmosphere of Leiden at sunset straight to your living room.
This image invites you to enjoy the vibrancy of summer and the beauty of the city. It reminds us how flowers and architecture together can create a harmonious scene. Get carried away by the softness of the evening sun as you experience this summer splendour.
                                
 
                                
                                        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.
Also take a look at my website www.reezyard.com,  instagram: Reezyard or email me for more information at info@reezyard.com...
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