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All Photos © Ambroise Tèzenas |
The ruins of Xuankou middle school in Yingxiu town, leveled by the massive 2008 earthquake in southwestern China. The Chinese government has officially endorsed tours of devastated areas as a form of economic subsidy.
“Sichuan 5.12 Earthquake Ruins Tour” by Ambroise Tèzenas is included in the PDN Photo Annual 2010 online gallery.
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Tourists stand amongst the ruins of Hanwang Zhen town, part of the city of Mianzhu. |
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Ruins of Hanwang Zhen. |
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Shifang chemical plant ruins. |
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Memorial at the site of the chemical plant. |
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Memorial at Xiaoyudong bridge. |
Having never seen the aftermath of a disaster like this, I suppose it would be something fascinating to see. I can understand the allure.
Oh my god, it was a deep sorrow seeing this happen
look like shots from a film
Photography helps us to remember……
It is sad to see misery be turned into a profit center.
turning garbage into gold