Disaster Tourism (6 photos)
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. |
Tags: China, Earthquake, PDN Contest, PDN Photo Annual, Sichuan
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on Wednesday, May 12th, 2010 at 12:00 pm ET
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May 12th, 2010 at 3:26 pm EEDT
Having never seen the aftermath of a disaster like this, I suppose it would be something fascinating to see. I can understand the allure.
May 13th, 2010 at 8:01 am EEDT
Oh my god, it was a deep sorrow seeing this happen
May 17th, 2010 at 6:12 am EEDT
look like shots from a film
May 23rd, 2010 at 8:10 pm EEDT
Photography helps us to remember……
May 23rd, 2010 at 9:21 pm EEDT
It is sad to see misery be turned into a profit center.
May 26th, 2010 at 3:11 am EEDT
turning garbage into gold