I’m determined to be on time with this challenge. Truthfully I don’t have much choice because tomorrow I’m off to Nottingham, to attend a Steampunk book launch with my daughter. You can imagine what fun that’s going to be!
Last week I shared a few Polish windows with you, so it’s only fair that this week I do the same for Portugal, don’t you think?
You can pause the gallery to read the captions if you hover over it. Clever, huh?
But my very best Portuguese window has to be this one. Anyone who has walked through this gate and looked up will recognise it- fabulous Porta da Vila, in Obidos.
So what do you think, Poland or Portugal? I really can’t choose because I love them both. Many thanks to Dawn at Lingering Visions for hosting this challenge. Don’t forget to check out the other entries, and maybe add one of your own.
I guess it’ll have to be English windows next week? We’ll see.
restlessjo 
I do not make any choices, because all are so beautiful.
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Thanks, Sartenada. You’re very kind. 🙂
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Gruß und ein schönes weekend.Gislinde
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Danke! 🙂
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Dear Jo,
I remember all the painted tiles used in architecture in Portugal. This window is quite a find, but you have added interest to the composition by capturing it from an unusual angle. Excellent eye!
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You had to look up to see it, Naomi. Good job I’d read about it in advance or I could have walked straight through! Thanks, hon. 🙂
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🙂
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Wow, those windows really would take some beating, Jo. I think the Rua das Flores has my vote, and of course the Porta da Vila. So gorgeous. 🙂
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I’m developing a window obsession now, Ad. But there’s worse things. Happy you like them. 🙂
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Beautiful windows and have fun at the launch!
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I certainly did, TBM. AND Rafa won!!! History made. I saw the highlights of the semis and final while in Nottingham. Looking forward to watching the Novak match some time this week. 🙂
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Thanks for sharing the world you get to see for I never shall. I love all of your images!
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You’re very welcome, Eunice. Having someone like you to enthuse is a big incentive. 🙂
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Well then it is perfect I show you silly things and your share THE WORLD 🙂
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You sell Portugal so well, that is a smashing collection of photos. I did enjoy your Polish ones but I think these are pretty stunning. The tiles get me every time.
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Yes, the tiles are definitely part of the love affair, Lorna. Thank you. 🙂
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I love your Portugeese windows, some of them I’ve seen, others I missed.
Portugal or Polen? Hard to say because they are so different!
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That’s very true. Let’s be greedy and have both! 🙂
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So glad you do the same for Portugal, Jo! Beautiful window gallery.
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Got to play fair, Amy. 🙂 Thank you.
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BEAUTIFUL WINDOWS. Love them all.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
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It’s a beautiful world, isn’t it, Francine? (though when I look at some of the unrest and troubles everywhere, I’m not so sure) Bless you too, hon. 🙂
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I’m so glad you have joined us, you certainly give us something different views!
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A little variety doesn’t hurt? I know there are some fabulous windows in Nottingham, so the camera will be clicking this weekend. 🙂
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I’ll look forward to it.
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These are so beautiful, Jo. I am lovin’ the blues at Bento.
Have fun!
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Isn’t that a song, Gem? We could do a double act! 🙂
Choked with cold, which isn’t ideal, but I see Lisa so rarely. I’m overdosing on vitamin C and going to bounce down to Nottingham.
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Polskę znam. Jest piękna, to mój kraj ojczysty.
Portugalii nie znam, dlatego w podróż wybrałabym się właśnie do niej.
Chciałabym móc kiedyś zobaczyć wybrzeże portugalskie i pooddychać tamtejszym powietrzem 🙂
Pozdrawiam Cię serdecznie!
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Portugalii jest bardzo ładny kraj, Rena. Chciałabym bedziesz zobaczyć.
(przepraszam, mowię po polsku bardzo zle) Serdecznie źyczenia! 🙂
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I Love BOTH but if I could only visit one, it would be Portugal! Keep bringing these cute photos.
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Did you see the photos of Aveiro, also on this challenge? They were stunning! I narrowly missed going there last September, but just couldn’t fit it in. Definitely still on my list. 🙂
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I’m really all beautiful, dreamy, but I have my favorite one where it reflects the light of the evening … it seems made of cotton candy!
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I love that one too. I took many photos that evening, which was softly warm and beautiful. 🙂
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I can’t choose. Enjoy the Steampunk book launch!
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It should be fun, Ruth. I just have to dress for a posh tea party. Wish I had some dainty little white gloves. 🙂
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Lovely windows Jo! These are two places I haven’t been to yet! 🙂
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On an ever-diminishing list, Nicole! 🙂 Your locations are much more exotic than mine. Where to next? Still at TBU, Toronto? Have fun.
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I’m staying put for awhile now. SO glad to be home! 🙂
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I like them all so it’s very hard to choose a favourite 🙂
Enjoy the Steampunk book launch with your daughter (sounds very interesting!) 😉
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Thanks, Dianne. I have a thoroughly miserable head cold which I’m trying to shake off, but it won’t stop me from taking a photo or two. 🙂
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They are all so beautiful Jo. I won’t be able to choose. Great shots for the challenge hon. 🙂 *hugs*
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Thanks, Sonel. Catch up with you again next week. Hugs! 🙂
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