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Colors of Willemstad

Curacao is a small island in the Dutch Caribbean. It's a place unlike anywhere else, with elements of Indigenous, African, Spanish, Jewish, and Dutch cultures. The buildings are vibrant, exquisitely painted, and covered in festive murals. I loved this particular house in the capital, Willemstad, the most. To me, this balcony, with its incredible architectural details, was a representation of Curacao's multicultural identity.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: Willemstad, Curaçao
Camera: NIKON D3200
Copyright: © Shelley Moxley