Unsalted by elza

Unsalted

This shot of the lone fisherman at the edge of the waters was taken near the now derelict salt pans at Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq. These salt pans have an interesting history and date back to the Knights of Malta. They are also a reminder of the labour intensive harvesting which, for these particular saltpans, happened twice a year, in August and if the weather permitted another gathering took place in September.

https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/bitstream/123456789/28792/1/The_Production_of_Salt_in_Malta_2005.pdf
Thanks for that informational link - I found it fascinating. Never would have dreamed, if I had come across this is the Mediterranean area, that these were salt pans and how there were used. Again, I love 365 for the folks, the pictures, and the things I've learned.
April 28th, 2021  
Nice light and composition with all those leading lines
April 28th, 2021  
Such an interesting history and a great pov
April 28th, 2021  
Wonderful picture, such a good narrative.
April 28th, 2021  
So interesting, thanks for the link
April 28th, 2021  
There used to be a photographer from Gozo here several years ago, i remember a similar photo
April 29th, 2021  
Amazing! Thank you for the link and info. Fabulous shot!
April 29th, 2021  
Terrific! Thanks for the info too!
April 29th, 2021  
I like the composition with the diagonal leading to the fisherman. I also like the timing of your shot vs the fisherman's move in temporary extension, it makes the picture dynamic rather than static.
April 29th, 2021  
Great capture
April 29th, 2021  
Fascinating
April 29th, 2021  
such a wonderful shot and fascinating
April 29th, 2021  
Modern and ancient use of the sea all in one shot. Well done!
April 29th, 2021  
Very interesting.
April 30th, 2021  
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