Moon Above the Castle

From the photographer: “The castle of Palma di Montechiaro is an excellent example, and unique in Sicily, of a fortification built on a rocky ridge overlooking the sea. The particular position of the castle is justified by the need to defend the coast from pirates and other potential threats. It was erected in 1353 on the orders of Frederick III of Chiaramonte but soon took on the name given to it by the Moncada family, i.e. Montechiaro Castle, when the latter took possession of the fort on the death of Andrea Chiaramonte. Particularly interesting is its structure made up of buildings integrated with the main tower on the roof of which are large terraces adorned with battlements. In this image, taken after sunset, we see the crescent moon pass by, perspective aligning with the main keep. For a moment, I imagine I am an inhabitant of the castle, watching from the slits the stars rising from the sea. An emotion that is repeated even today 700 years later.”

Technical details:
Canon 6d, Sigma 150-600mm, f/6.3
Moon: iso 1000, 2 sec
Landscape: iso 400, 2 sec