Cromwell lies at the confluence of the Clutha River and Kawarau River, which was noted for the difference between the colours of the waters of the two rivers and also for the historic bridge at the convergence of the two. Since the construction of the Clyde Dam and the filling of Lake Dunstan in the early 1990s the river confluence was drowned, as was the old town centre.
The decision to build Clyde Dam and use Cromwell as the accommodation base brought many changes to the town. Approximately one-third of the town was rebuilt on higher ground. The changes included the doubling of the residential area, relocation of the old town centre (now called "Old Cromwell Town"), upgrading of services, and the provision of modern educational and sports facilities, and a new bridge. The relocated town centre, or "The Mall," now houses the main retail, service and civic buildings in Cromwell. Several of the old buildings of the town which escaped the flooding have been retained as a historic precinct close to the shore of the Kawarau.
Up to get the early and quiet morning sun for the reflections. This photo taken at the confluence.
This is fantastic - I really have to look hard to see where the land ends and the reflections start. Also the colours are so vibrant and varied. Nice work.
like the reflections and the info. I think I was there during the dam creation period - wasn't it a bit controversial? I'll again dig out the 80s NZ pics and see.
What a beautiful place and the pov is wonderful. Love those colors and reflections. Such an interesting history behind this, Maggiemae. Great lighting and textures ...and composition.
Incredible reflections. Really beautiful and unusual landscape. I can't comment on all of your photos that I missed but I'm looking at them and they're wonderful. Playing catch-up in a big way!
June 30th, 2012
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