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Photographic Print : Tsunami carnage the day after. Tourists leaving with what they have left in Patong on beach road. Patong is the busiest part of Phuket with hotels bars and shops in a very tightly condensed area
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Tsunami carnage the day after. Tourists leaving with what they have left in Patong on beach road. Patong is the busiest part of Phuket with hotels bars and shops in a very tightly condensed area
THAILAND, Phang Nga District, Phuket, Tsunami carnage the day after. Tourists leaving with what they have left in Patong on beach road. Patong is the busiest part of Phuket with hotels bars and shops in a very tightly condensed area and being peak season had thousands of tourists in the area. On the 27th Dec
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Media ID 20057843
© Leon Schadeberg / Eye Ubiquitous
Environment Issues Region South East Asia Weather
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the raw power of nature with this poignant photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Taken by renowned photographer Leon Schadeberg of EyeUbiquitous, this image captures the aftermath of the devastating 2004 tsunami in Patong, Phuket, Thailand. Witness the heart-wrenching scene of tourists leaving with their belongings, as the once bustling beach road is now a scene of carnage. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the destructive force of nature and the resilience of the human spirit. Add this powerful image to your collection and keep the memory of this historic event alive.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This poignant print captures the devastating aftermath of the tsunami that struck Patong, Phuket on December 27th. The image depicts tourists desperately leaving with whatever belongings they have salvaged along Beach Road, a once vibrant and bustling area now reduced to ruins. Patong, known as the busiest part of Phuket with its multitude of hotels, bars, and shops tightly packed together, had become a ghost town overnight. The sheer scale of destruction is evident in this photograph; buildings lie crumbled and debris litters the streets. What was once a thriving tourist destination has been transformed into a somber reminder of nature's power. The devastation caused by this natural disaster serves as a stark reminder of our vulnerability in the face of unpredictable weather events. In addition to highlighting the immediate impact on human lives and infrastructure, this image also raises broader issues surrounding environmental concerns in Southeast Asia. It prompts us to reflect on how climate change may contribute to more frequent and severe weather events in this region. Leon Schadeberg's skillful composition allows viewers to witness firsthand the unimaginable chaos left behind by such an event. This print serves as both a historical document capturing one specific moment in time and an urgent call for action towards building resilient communities that can better withstand future disasters.
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