we went to qiandao (literally, thousand islands) lake last weekend. it’s a man-made lake near hangzhou, that resulted from the construction of a hydroelectric station: when the water rose, +1000 “islands” were born, hence the name.
the landscape is impressive, if sad.
while the ferry hops between the different islands (curiously themed and mildly touristically explored), one has the feeling of floating between mountain tops, cirurgically cut with level lines.
(more photos, on flickr.)
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Have you ever been to Alqueva?
It’s the same feeling, but it’s a sadness that comes from the roots, I guess. Alentejo makes me feel this way…
But they’re beautiful landscapes all the same, aren’t they?
gorgeous view!
Wish i could be there.