Lake Kerkini Photo

Photographer’s Note

Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932, and then redeveloped in 1980, on the site of what was previously an extremely extensive marshland.

Lake Kerkini is now one of, if not the, premier birding site in Greece, and, as it is situated along the migratory flyway for migratory birds en route to the Aegean Sea, the Balkan region, the Black Sea, the Hungarian steppes and beyond it experiences an interesting migration.
here wikipedia info lake Kerkini

In the flat and semi-mountainous area, important hydrobiospheres are developing which are of great international significance and acceptance. The most essential hydrobiosphere is the one in Kerkini lake. It is a miracle of nature which came about by man's technical intervention on the natural characteristics of Strymon river. The water extent, which varies from time to time from 54 Km2 to 72 Km2, works out to be useful in two ways: as a technical work of great agricultural utility and as a hydrobiosphere for thousands of water fowls. here video of Ketkini lake

This wonderful biosphere is recouped by the International Convention of Ramsar and presents numerous admirable elements. Thousands of birds, both rare and protege, riverside forests, water-lilies in a large area, fish variety and fantastic panoramic view from the mountains of Belasica and Krousia give it a characteristic tone. Actually the lake hosts 227 kinds of birds, especially non-migrants. 76 of them are recorded in the National Red Catalogue, while at least 31 of them are protected by EEC's Directive concerning wild life. What makes an exceptional presence is the buffalo's herd in the area, plus the one of the jackelo in the area of Kerkini lake. In the surrounding area of Kerkini lake there are at least 10 amphibian species (frogs, salamanders, tritons), 5 snail species, 19 reptile species (lizards, snakes, turtles) and a great variety of insects which play an important part in the food chain and contribute towards the biological resources of the lake.

A winter view of some tree at Kerkini lake The lake was created where Kerkini lake was by making embankments on the eastern and western sides and a dam was constructed near the village of Lithotopos, which started functioning in 1932. The main water provider of the lake is Struma River. Additionally, there is Kerkinitis river from Krousia that flows into the lake. After the construction of the dam, the form of the initial hydrobioshere changed completely. The human intervention usually retracts or takes negative action against the natural processes, Kerkini lake is a rare example, where the gentle human handling had the exact opposite result.
**You can still see my two options, of captured by the lake Kerkini in WS1 +2 distinguished boats of the lake with the general name plava

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pablominto (40020) 2009-06-22 23:54

Hello Georgios,

A picturesque scene with a peaceful evening atmosphere!
The view is well framed with a good feeling of depth, clear fine details...
The calm water offers some fine mirror details!

Greetings,
Pablo -

dta (4432) 2009-06-22 23:54

Hello Georgios ,
What a peaceful place ! I like a lot the perfect reflection in the beautiful blue mirror . The contrasts between the dark parts , the lightened ones , and the blue (sky and water) are great .
Bravo

ribeiroantonio (21749) 2009-06-23 0:24

The reflection on the bottom right is from a perfect mirror. The picture is really beautiful with a great composition and wonderful light and colours. Well done.
Antonio

saxo042 (15160) 2009-06-23 0:38

Hi Georgios,
A very calm and peaceful feeling over this beautiful landscape. Good reflections and colours!
Kind regards
Gunnar

npecanhuk (13101) 2009-06-23 3:39

Hello Georgios!
Wonderful reflection in this quite attractive image!
Sharpness, exposure, natural colors, pov and composition are all excellent!
TFS - congratulations!
Best regards,
Neyvan

Budapestman (41066) 2009-06-23 3:52

Hi Georgios,
Beautiful tranquil atmosphere with nice composition and attractive details. Picturesque blue impression, indeed. Have a nice day!
George

Cretense (54926) 2009-06-23 5:23

Γεια σου Γεώργιε!

Πραγματικά εντυπωσιακή λήψη, αποπνέει ηρεμία και γαλήνη, αψογο κάδρο και συνθεση, εξαιρετική αντανάκλαση, υπέροχα χρώματα! Συγχαρητήρια!

Ηρακλής

macondo (12987) 2009-06-23 6:39

Greetings, Georgios!
A very subdued light in this delicate photo. Beautiful blues, and reflections, and a simple but effective composition with strong sense of depth from having the nearest boat intrude into the picture. I like the subtle features like the distant mountains and the row of lamps. A really strong feeling of tranquility in this one.
Regards,
Andrew

vasilpro (8055) 2009-06-23 9:50

Γεια σου Γεώργιε,
Πολύ όμορφο το Θέμα και η αντανάκλασή του στο νερό. Όμορφη σύνθεση με πολύ καλά χρώματα, μια απέραντη γαλήνη.
Σε χαιρετώ, Βασίλης.

Bluejeans (31633) 2009-06-23 10:15

Ola Georgios ,
Bonitos reflexos capturados nestas aguas calmas , gostei muito dos tons de verde e azul, belo ponto de visão , parabéns!!
Um abraço Gonçalo

Charo (31651) 2009-06-23 10:16

Hello Georgios,
This beautiful image of a lake on misty days. Excellent composition and superb reflexes. A place, seemingly calm and relaxing.
Best wishes,
Charo

leonorkuhn (13501) 2009-06-23 16:19

Hi Georgios,

Very nice scenery. Great reflections on the lake.
Excellent colors and sharpness.
Well done.

Best Regards
Leonor

ChrisJ (69588) 2009-06-23 17:51

Hello Georgios

Wonderful symmetrical reflections, in the mirror like surface of the water, with superb blue colour tones, & good sharpness. Tfs!

AiresSantos (41418) 2009-06-23 23:45

Hi Georgios
Amazing atmosphere in this very beautiful picture. Excellent colours, contrast and reflections
TFS and have a nice day
Aires

bobocortis (14130) 2009-06-24 4:14

Γεια σας Γεωργίου.
E 'ένα μοναχικό και μια μικρή μελαγχολία. Είναι πολύ μεγάλη αντίθεση, αλλά υπάρχει επίσης μια καλή ατμόσφαιρα.
Χαιρετισμοί.
Bobo.

jhm (81731) 2009-06-24 4:47

Hello Georgios,

A very fine picture, I can enjoy of the quiet place and the nice calm lake.
The vivid colours and simple setting are poetic and inspiring.
Very well done, TFS.

Best regards,
John.

Urs (2487) 2009-06-24 4:53

Hi Georgios

Your beautiful shot is almost floating between the water and the sky, the only difference are the hues of blue. Very nice shot with great DOF, sharpness and vibrant colors. Well done

Best regards
Urs

John_F_Kennedy (30689) 2009-06-24 9:19

Excellent lake shot and composition. Excellent light with splendid reflections here. Well seen and well done.
Best wishes,
Achim

hay_kes (28554) 2009-06-24 11:49

Hi Georgios,
What an amazing panoramic view.Excellent POV, light colours and reflection.TFS.
Cheers,

hAyAti

lucasgalodoido (16537) 2009-06-24 16:43

Hi Georgios,
beautiful shot of thsi lake, and the reflections and contrast was great.
Regards,
Lucas

shevchenko (9756) 2009-06-24 19:56

Hi Georgios,
The calm water surface just like a mirror reflect well the color of surrounding environment, I never want to touch the water to avoid destroy the beautiful view and reflection, good color and lighting, distinct photo, well done.
Ally

berek (28784) 2009-06-24 21:26

Hi Georgios,
lovely natural place with reflections. you took this one on the right time. nice composition too. thanks for note.
best wishes.
Burak

Xalkida (11740) 2009-06-24 23:42

Μπλε επάνω, μπλε και κάτω και στη μέση οι αντικατοπρισμοί στη λίμνη!

aadilj (17950) 2009-06-25 1:07

This si srene, calm, peaceful and very well composed with such a magical impact indeed. I like the way this shot has been composed and captured

feather (49848) 2009-06-25 9:15

Nicely composed image of this tranquil setting. The colours and reflections are wonderful, although the shadows are very dark. I wonder if some detail can be recovered with the shadows and highlight tool. Nevertheless a good shot from a beautiful location.
Kath

Fis2 (45250) 2009-06-25 14:38

Witaj Georgios!
Nicely place.
Interesting frame and colors.
I like the reflections in water.
Well done.
Regards
Krzysztof

argycon (2749) 2009-06-25 16:11

Geia sou Gewrgie,
Poly omorfi h synthesi apo ti limni me wraies antanaklaseis! Yperoxi galinia atmosfera!
Xairetw
Filika
Kostas

mesutilgim (36317) 2009-06-27 9:42

Hello Georgios,
What an amazing scenery, what an amazing capture.
Wonderfull pov giving all the serenity of the scene; very nice and balanced light and perfect reflections. A place to live and to meditate.
TFS and have a nice weekend
Best regards
MESUT ILGIM

dareco (17024) 2009-06-29 15:27

Very beautiful scene, great composition, lighting and colors. TFS

darek1978 (11143) 2009-07-04 4:18

Hi Georgios,
Browsing your gallery I think that Greece must be windless country. An amazing reflection on the surface of the calm water. The atmosphere is great on this one. Well done!
Best regards,
Darek