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Sailor's cemetery, Corsica

Bonifacio sailors’ cemetery
Photographer: © Sebastien Desnoulez
August 2020 – Corsica, France

The solemn, timeless atmosphere of the sailors’ cemetery in Bonifacio, Corsica.In the heart of this sacred place, no simple tomb stands, but rather majestic monuments that seem to silently watch over the souls of departed sailors.The striking contrast between the bright white of the tomb and the deep shadows of the neighboring tombs stretching across the floor create a striking graphic image.Every detail is sharply defined, accentuating the visual impact of the composition.Far from the summer hustle and bustle of downtown, the cemetery offers a haven of peace and quiet.Visitors are invited to stroll among the graves, to contemplate these silent witnesses to a family’s past wealth.The peacefulness of the site envelops visitors, transporting them into an atmosphere of respect and solemnity.It’s a place where time seems suspended, where you can meditate on the fragility of life and the eternal beauty of memory.

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