View on the Sassenpoort in the city of Zwolle, Overijssel, The Netherlands during a beautiful summer morning with a hazy fog over the city seen from above. The Sassenpoort is a historic city gate located in the city of Zwolle in the Netherlands and was built in the 14th century. It is one of the last remaining medieval city gates in the country.
The gate is a beautiful example of Gothic architecture, with its tall towers and pointed arches. It is made of brick and sandstone and features intricate carvings and decorations. The gate is also known for its defensive features, such as the drawbridge and the machicolations (openings for dropping objects onto attackers) above the entrance.
The Sassenpoort was originally part of the city's defensive walls and was used to control access to the city. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction and is often used as a venue for cultural events and exhibitions. Visitors can climb the stairs to the top of the towers for a panoramic view of the city and surrounding countryside.
I'm a freelance photographer with a passion for landscape photography and everything concerning the theme mobility. I shoot a lot of my work in the Dutch IJsseldelta region , but also during my trips abroad to eg Iceland, Norway and Scotland . I also have an extensive.. Read more…