The Rise and Fall of the Asprokremmos Reservoir
Published 19th of December, 2016
The Bigger Hut, in 2014
I took this picture for two reasons. Firsly, I wanted an urban grunge texture for a project I was working on, and the wall made an ideal base. Secondly, it was a stark contrast to a previous picture I had taken of this hut two years previously.
Submerged Hut in 2012
In 2012, this hut is half under water. So in two years, the reservoir lost a lot of water. Bear in mind also that the photos in 2012 and 2014 will have been taken at the same time of year (end of May), so it isn't a seasonal thing.
Foinikas in 2016
This is Foinikas itself, taken a few days ago. The rainbow adds a bit of colour to the scene.
A Close-up of Foinikas
In 2016, Foinikas looks like it is situated on the banks of a tidal estuary, at low tide.
Foinikas in 2012
Compare that to 2012. The reservoir is full.
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