Sunday, July 15, 2012

I miss waterfalls

I have posted shots from this Waterfall visit. But it's been a long time and i haven't seen any waterfalls again since March. I didn't know that waterfall shooting is really addictive. And everytime Betsy and George (Joyful Reflections and Senior Hiker) respectively, post waterfalls, i feel an itch. They have already visited 452 waterfalls in the US within the vicinity of their home in Tennessee! Imagine that 452, and that is many many repeats for the whole waterfalls here in our country. So to pacify my almost uncontrollable longing, I am posting representatives of this waterfall again! This is the Tinuy-an Falls, Bislig, Surigao del Norte in Mindanao! I have here the link for the older post.

The expanse and the height of this falls is already awesome among our waterfalls here in the country. I shot this before lunchtime.

This is the only waterfalls in the country where a reflection is easily taken.

We went back at sunset to have some different view of the falls, the many picknickers and bathers near the falls already went home at this hour.

Even a nun is allured of the falls, found her place in an outcrop facing the main falls, and prayed there! Everyone holding a camera saw the scene astounding, but i was the only one fast enough to take a shot! She noticed us and hurriedly left! I already have a remembrance!

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52 comments:

  1. Ah ---what a beauty, Andrea.. I LOVE that falls --and would be right there with that nun, praying and meditating.... AWESOME...

    Summer is not a good time to see waterfalls in the states --especially since we have had so much drought lately.. BUT--we'll be back out there in the Fall/Winter/Spring searching for more!!!!!

    Thanks for sharing such beauty.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  2. Those are some beautiful photos. What a fantastic place to visit.

    Cher Sunray Gardens

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  3. What beautiful pictures Andrea. I love the one at sunset. They look like a wonderful place to be on a hot day. Who would think that something so powerful looking could make one feel so peaceful. They do soothe us.

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    1. I love what you said Lona "something so powerful could make one feel so peaceful"! Can i borrow that phrase? thanks.

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  4. Nice Andrea!!! You scared the poor nun off! Now she's going to have to pray for your sins:) Nice shots:) Waterfalls are wonderful when the lighting is right. When they're not, I don't like them:) The best part is standing under one that isn't too powerful. Sounds like you need to take a trip somewhere soon:) All my best. Kreesh:)

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    1. Haha yes we scared the nun off, sorry about that! Light when we arrived was so harsh even if i have a CPL, so we returned in the afternoon for more shots. However, i was not able to get the lovely shots my professional companions achieved. It is okay though as i just tagged along with them. Yes i need to go out, if only i am near you, i am sure i can tag along with you too!

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  5. Beautiful shots, Andrea! My favorite is the one taken at dusk but closely rivalled by the contemplative serenity of the photo with the nun. I also like the reflection in the second shot. I wonder when I will get to post about waterfalls? I'll be going out of town next month's long weekend but the falls that will be near me is notoriously crowded and I expect it will be so if I ever decide to go.

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    1. Hi Bom, what is the nearest falls near your place? In that first photo a lot of people are there too, haven't you noticed? But they are so negligible compared to the fall's size! By that time we will be in the north!

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    2. We're heading in opposite directions then. I'm planning to go to Laguna so Pagsanjan is a relatively short drive away. Which part of the north are you planning to visit? I'll be in Pangasinan end of this month naman.

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    3. Oh i've seen Pagsanjan when i was still in LB, long time ago. But it changed so much, and i don't want to see it anymore, prefer more isolated places. Our tickets to Laoag had been changed many times since January, we will be exploring the side areas. I've been there many times but not yet to Pagudpud, Bangui, Kapurpurawan, the falls.

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    4. One of our favorite getaways is at the foot of Banahaw but I've only taken the kids to Pagsanjan once. Too touristy for my taste. Ang gulo! Enjoy your trip to the north especially the bagnet. I use to work in that province and miss it from time to time.

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  6. Hi there - waterfalls are a great thing to photograph. Even on a cold day, the cool of the air around them is wonderful - and it’s even better on a hot one!

    Cheers - Stewart M

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  7. This is a very beautiful waterfall, and your dusk photo is simply gorgeous. I like the reflection picture as well. Thank you for thinking of us.

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    1. All waterfalls remind me of you and Betsy! How i wish i can join you in your waterfalling sometime!

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  8. that waterfalls is superbly captured. this is indeed very attractive.

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    1. Thank you Photo Cache, it is different coming from someone like you!

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  9. That is a stunning waterfall Andrea, and love that photo with the nun!

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  10. I love waterfalls, too, Andrea - they carry a lot of spiritual power. That night shot is magnificent!

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  11. Wow, you brought out the magical beauty of the waterfalls with your camera. Very scenic pictures indeed.

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  12. Those images were amazing especially the one at dusk in blue...that is an award winner...I would love a poster of that...truly a work of art!

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    1. Wow Donna, that is a super lovely comment, thank you very much. Would you like me to email you the large size?

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  13. I love your waterfalls, I can't imagine 452 waterfalls in one state. I think Oklahoma has only one or two natural waterfalls.

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    1. Oh no, the 452 waterfalls of George and Betsy are around their state, meaning from many states! You should see their photos they are lovely. Thanks for coming over here too.

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  14. Andrea..what beautiful shots of the waterfalls!!!My favourite is the reflection one:)Have a great day!

    Shantana

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  15. Beautiful waterfalls with such a nice reflection.

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  16. Great series. I like the night and the nun shot!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  17. Great photos! This is a gorgeous waterfall. The last shot is beauty in simplicity...

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  18. Wow Andrea, what beautiful shots. I especially love the reflection in the one and the blur of the rushing water in the blue shot. Fantastic!

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  19. What a special place, thank you for sharing it's beauty

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  20. wow, this is a beautiful fall. And your shots are really stunning and very artistic. Teh last one is like magic. Love it. :)

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  21. Oh my that is beautiful!!

    Inviting you to join Water World Wednesday

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  22. it's great shots!

    cheers,
    Amiko
    http://maipikucha.blogspot.com

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  23. Waterfalls are so beautiful. Your photos do them justice for sure.
    Joyce M

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  24. Stunning waterfall. Enjoying your shots so much!

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  25. Wonderful results. The one with reflections is a winner.

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  26. I love waterfalls. The sound of falling water and mist is especially relaxing. Your shots are lovely.

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  27. I like waterfalls too. Your third photo is very beautiful. I enjoyed your photo very much.

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  28. This is really a pretty waterfall shot, Andrea, both day and night. I am just back from vacation, but not quite ready for much blogging. Too much work awaits!

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    1. Welcome back Donna, you should take some rest before blogging and working again! But we are waiting for more posts and photos :)

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  29. ahhh, gorgeous! i will google Tinuy-an Falls.:p
    i love the photo with the nun. great shots!

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    1. Thanks Luna, i suggest you look at the better photos here: www.ironwulf.net and www.lagalog.com. They are professional so get better ones!

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  30. Hello Andrea, Just discovered your blog and have jumped aboard. I have a thing for waterfall, love these photos.
    Paul

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  31. Beautiful falls, they really are so addicting! Your evening shot is gorgeous.

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  32. The "blue" waterfall shot is gorgeous. Well done!

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  33. Love the reflection of the waterfall in the water!

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  34. I love the waterfall shots, but i love the single shot on the nun. The surroundings, the mood and her posture tell a lot of things.... it's almost musical!!

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  35. Great place. You've done a fabulous job of capturing its mood. It was 30C here today. I love it, it is such a welcome change. For the first time I feel I can identify with your climate :)

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  36. Glad you caught some people on the top shot so we can realize how big these falls are. Wonderful!

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  37. Andrea, that is just fabulous pictures of the waterfalls and the cheeky one with the nun is priceless.

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  38. Oh, so beautiful. I had no idea there were that many waterfalls in the US, much less Tennessee. I can hear them just looking at your photographs.

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  39. Wonderful shots, Andrea! Love the blue evening one.

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