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Purmamarca, Argentina
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The northwest of Argentina was the first part of the country colonised by the Spanish and contains the oldest buildings in the country. The towns and villages here are old. This doorway is old. But the sense of time runs deeper than the architecture. People have been living in these valleys since before the Incas and their ancient traditions linger on in the form of traditional ceremonies, fiestas and beliefs.

This photo was posted by Andrew Gibson on Sunday, December 7th, 2008 at 11:37 am and is filed under Architecture

5 Responses »

  1. Tyler Garns on December 8th, 2008 at 6:16 am:

    Andrew,

    Great shot. I lived in Argentina for two years as a missionary. You captured thoughts and memories that have been dormant in me for years.

    Thanks.

  2. EgoPimp on January 2nd, 2009 at 5:33 am:

    Lovely shot, gritty and moody. Love the contrast.

    Gary.

  3. Larry Benson on January 6th, 2009 at 2:58 pm:

    What a fantastic picture. I love the character reflected in the aged wood and the scared stone. I wonder how many feet have passed through this entrance?

  4. Paul on February 18th, 2009 at 12:53 pm:

    Perfect exposure, really makes the door ‘glow’.

  5. Jessica Jensen on June 4th, 2009 at 6:10 am:

    Indeed typical for Purmamarca, and many other places in Argentina. Unfortunately maintenance is not a top priority, and many historic buildings are torn down every year, or just collapse.

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