It took fewer than twenty years for the diamond deposits of Kolmanskop to be depleted. By World War I, most the town’s diamonds were gone and a larger deposit was discovered nearthe Orange River. As quickly as they had arrived in Kolmanskop, the mining families moved south, leaving homes and possessions behind.
And then the desert began to reclaim Kolmanskop. Without a human presence to keep the desert at bay, the sand began to overtake the once grand homes, filling the parlors, dining rooms, and bedrooms where families once lived. Paint and wallpaper were worn away by sand and by time.
To walk among the empty town today is to be reminded that we humans are small, powerless creatures. We build our homes, we live our lives and do what we will. But ultimately, time and nature will have their way with these things, leaving scant traces of our small existence.
Technical details:
| Camera | Nikon d810 |
| Lens | Nikkor 16-35 f/4 |
| Settings | ISO 64, 25 mm, f/11, 3 seconds |
| Type | Single shot |
| HDR | Additional exposures for highlights |
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different and romantic photo
wow! so creative
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It seems that the empty buildings have been reclaimed by the sand that lies feet deep in places as the dunes encroach on this ghost town. I can say that somehow this picture makes you think. Somehow nature takes back what belongs to it.
Whoa, amazing picture, it seems so alive but still dead, like the walls is telling a story haha 🙏🏼 Never been to Namibia but sure do looks like they have some hidden gems to visit as well.
The colour contrast between the walls and sand is also beautiful I must say 🙌🏼
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I adore these towns so much; reclaimed civilisation that has returned to the sand
try and check out the abandoned towns in taiwan online. they're mezmerising
This one is very creative. Took me second look to figure out its in room filled with sand. At first that wall gave me impression of blue sky with some clouds and a door opening through sky.
Amazing 👍
Nice brother
Amazing shot. Crazy how the desert is just taking it back.
the entertainment here is nice
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amazing light, color, and texture in this shot!
This photo is so amazing. I originally thought this was photoshopped 😮
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Epic story as well.
Amazing. Amazing.
Impressive, the sand and wall patterns reminisce of the sky and ocean! It's not easy to elevate materials in photo!
@efsun2007 Very different from what?