Photographer’s Note
Kaimakchalan or Kaimaktsalan is a mountain of 2524m on the border between Greece and the Republic of Macedonia. It is the southernmost peak of a range known within Greece as the Voras Mountains, which hosts a ski resort and the hot springs at Loutra Loutrakiou (Pozar).
The word "Kaimaktsalan" has Turkish origins and means in literal translation the cream-crust thief. The reason why this denomination was given is not certain (there are a lot of explanations).
The ski center begins at 2040 m. Shelter's central building: 2040 m. Highest peak: 2524 m. Highest lift: 2480 m. Ski Center altitude difference: 2030 m.-2480 m. Greatest lift altitude difference: 290 m. Greatest slope altitude difference: 440 m.
Voras Mountain is located at the frontiers with F.Y.R.O.M. and its crest-ridge is the limit line of the two countries. It is the third highest mountain in Greece after Olympos (2917 m.) and Smolikas (2637 m.), with an altitude of 2524 m., on the peak of which stands Kaimaktsalan Ski Center. The view from the mountain is amazing, since one can see with the naked eye as far as Thermaikos Gulf, the peak of Olympos Mountain and, of course, the 3-5 Pigadia Ski Center in Naoussa, which is across from the peak.
I just added some contrast to the reposted picture.. I worked on it on a pc with a moderate quality screen and now I checked it and did't like it much!
I think it's better now.. don't you?
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aadilj
(17950) 2009-02-18 4:26
Hi Agni, this is a fabulous image with such a lovely sweep and hues. the width and the textures are lovely as well
martou
(1672) 2009-02-18 18:25
hi Agni, superb light condition for this shot, intersting note, bravo, Martin
kpav
(5025) 2009-02-20 1:44
Γεια σου Αγνή, καταπληκτική εικόνα, το άγριο και μονότονο τοπίο με το λευκό να κυριαρχεί, τον δραματικό ουρανό και το κτίριο να σπάει την μονοτονία, δημιουργούν ένα αποτέλεσμα μοναδικό. Εξαιρετική η ματιά σου. Σε χαιρετώ,
Κώστας.
leo61
(43734) 2009-03-08 0:02
Hi Agni!
Good composition with these curves and lines.I like the light and shadows and the overall blue tones.
Regards,leo
Charo
(31803) 2009-03-16 15:41
Hello Agni,
Very beautiful capture of light in this vast white space with a sky heavily overcast.
Excellent composition and details.
Best regards,
Charo
Photo Information
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Copyright: Agni Xagorari (Nessie)
(897) - Genre: Places
- Medium: Color
- Date Taken: 2009-01-16
- Categories: Nature
- Camera: Canon S2is
- Exposure: f/5.6
- Photo Version: Final Version, Original Version
- Date Submitted: 2009-02-18 4:25







