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Old rusty shipwrecks in the former Aral Sea, Moynaq, Uzbekistan, Central Asia
Filename: 816-146.jpg
Size: 5130 x 3434 (4.4MB)
Date: 6th August 2009
Source: WorldInPrint
Credit: Michael Runkel/Robert Harding
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Owner URL: www.robertharding.com
Country: Uzbekistan
© Michael Runkel
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Old rusty shipwrecks in the former Aral Sea, Moynaq, Uzbekistan, Central Asia
Robert Harding Picture Library provides high quality travel, nature, wildlife & environmental photos
Media ID 3638106
© Michael Runkel
Aral Sea Central Asia Rusty Ship Ship Wreck Uzbekistan
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the haunting beauty of old rusty shipwrecks in the former Aral Sea, located in Moynaq, Uzbekistan. Once a thriving fishing port, this area is now home to remnants of a bygone era. The image captures the desolate coastline with its golden sand stretching out towards the horizon. The shipwrecks stand as silent witnesses to the tragic environmental disaster that unfolded here. The Aral Sea was once one of the largest lakes in the world but has since shrunk dramatically due to excessive irrigation and water diversion projects. As a result, these ships now rest on dry land, surrounded by vast stretches of desert-like terrain. Against a backdrop of clear blue skies, these decaying vessels tell tales of forgotten voyages and lost dreams. Their rusted hulls and weathered exteriors are testament to their long history and evoke a sense of nostalgia for an era that has long passed. This photograph transports viewers to an otherworldly landscape where time seems frozen. It serves as a reminder of our impact on nature and raises questions about sustainability and conservation efforts worldwide. For those who appreciate photography that tells stories without words, this horizontal color image offers both visual allure and thought-provoking subject matter. With no people present in the frame, it allows viewers to immerse themselves fully into this mesmerizing travel destination - Moynaq - within Central Asia's enigmatic Uzbekistan.
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