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Cityscape Photography Round 154
I took this photo in Havana, a city where time seems to stand still — and yet, everything is alive. The colors, the architecture, the people — they all tell stories, even in silence.
This image captures more than just a moment. It reflects the warmth of an open door, the charm of faded paint, and the soul of a place that has seen decades pass but never lost its spirit. Havana is not polished. It doesn’t pretend. That’s what makes it beautiful.
When I took this photo, I wasn’t looking for anything specific. I was simply walking through the city, letting the streets guide me. The light was soft, the air heavy with sea salt and music. Then I saw this doorway — or this balcony, or this street — and something made me stop. Maybe it was the color of the shutters, or the way the light fell through a stained-glass window. Maybe it was the quiet presence of a person framed in their daily life.
This photo reminds me of how Havana invites you in — through every open window, every glance from a stranger, every song playing from a radio you can’t see. It’s a city of texture and layers, of stories half-heard and beauty half-hidden.
I didn’t take this photo for perfection. I took it to remember how I felt — curious, inspired, at peace.
Photo Caption:
• Camera: Cannan 600d
• Photo Editor: Php
• Submission: Cityscape Photography contest Round 154.
That,s all for today.
Stand by
Sincerely yours
