Home > Europe > Belarus > Related Images
Tree grows out of the door of an abandoned barn in the 30 km (19 miles
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Reuters
Tree grows out of the door of an abandoned barn in the 30 km (19 miles
A tree grows out of the door of an abandoned barn in the 30 km (19 miles) exclusion zone around the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, in the abandoned village of Krasnoselie, Belarus, February 17, 2016. REUTERS/Vasily Fedosenko TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
Reuters photo archive features some of the most dramatic and iconic moments ever captured
Media ID 19898840
Abandoned Barn Belarusian Blue Sky Kywd Kywd Ap Low Angle View Nobody Tree Village Exclusion Zone Irradiation Top Pictures
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> Belarus
> Related Images
> Reuters Images
> New
> Reuters Images
> Reuters
> Chernobyl
> Anniversary
> Reuters Images
> Reuters
> Chernobyl
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the resilience of nature amidst the haunting remnants of human abandonment. In the heart of the 30 km (19 miles) exclusion zone surrounding the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, an extraordinary sight unfolds. A majestic tree defiantly emerges from what was once a door to an abandoned barn in Krasnoselie, Belarus. Taken on February 17,2016, by Vasily Fedosenko for Reuters Images, this low angle view showcases the sheer determination with which life reclaims its territory. Against a backdrop of clear blue skies and irradiated air, this image is a testament to both destruction and rebirth. The creative use of perspective allows us to appreciate how this solitary tree stands as a symbol of hope in an otherwise desolate environment. With no people present in the frame, we are left to contemplate our own impact on nature's delicate balance. As we gaze upon this scene, it serves as a reminder that even within man-made disasters lies an opportunity for renewal. The weathered barn and overgrown surroundings evoke feelings of nostalgia and contemplation about our relationship with both our immediate surroundings and the wider world. Vasily Fedosenko's photograph encapsulates not only the beauty found within decay but also prompts us to reflect on humanity's responsibility towards safeguarding our environment for future generations.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
