The photo shows the iconic Chania lighthouse at the entrance to Crete's Venetian harbour. The slender sand-coloured tower rises from a long stone pier leading into the sea. The lighthouse has an elegant, almost Oriental look with a narrow cylindrical shape and a small lantern room at the top. The old Venetian city walls are visible in the background. The sky is bright blue, making the lighthouse stand out even more powerfully.
Born and raised in Noordwijk, I can often be found on the beach and in the dunes. Favourite photography subjects are nature, landscapes, travel, cities and architecture... Read more…