Puddle - Siena, Italy

Those of you who have followed me for a while know that I am a big sucker when it comes to reflection shots. No matter where I am, my eyes start looking for water, whether it be a mountain lake or a city street. I’m not sure why that is, but it has rewarded me with some of my absolute favorite photos. On my trip to Italy last May, I was fortunate to visit Siena. I had never been there before, but it quickly became one of my favorite cities in Europe. No visit to Siena is complete without spending some (or a lot) of time in the Piazza del Campo. This public square is the centerpiece of Siena and is often referred to as its heart and soul. The Piazza is considered one of Europe's best examples of a medieval square for its beauty and architecture. When you first walk into the Piazza, the first thing you notice is the Tower of Mangia. Built in the 13th century, the Tower rises 335 feet above the square and is the the third tallest in all of Italy. Exploring the square one morning, we found a building close to the Tower. Going inside, we discovered that it had a small opening in the ceiling. The floor had just been washed and there were puddles everywhere. My first thought was it is reflection time and took many photos of the Tower’s reflection in them. This one was my best.