SteemitPhotoChallenge #43 "Derelict" Entry - 1: "Vladivostok Fortress"



A whole complex of various fortifications and structures was erected here in the late nineteenth century, placing emphasis on all the mistakes that the generals made during the Russo-Japanese War. That is why this fortress became one of the most serious fortifications of that time, although it was completed only by 2/3, as the Tsar's plans were interrupted by large investments during the First World War. And then the construction was not restored, since the October Revolution began.


Now, this once majestic complex is slowly being destroyed under the influence of time, salty sea air and vandals...


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Shot on smartphone Huawei.



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Bravo, I looked at the picture before I read your words and my first thought was "fortress" :) Love the black & white. Thanks for posting!

Thank you. I love old fortifications, all of this like silently reminders about fact , that there is nothing eternal!

Looks creepy even from the outside. Did you go inside?

Not very deep, I was without a flashlight... But this month I have already planned a trip to another old fort!

very creepy.
and the door is open, saying come come
the foto transport the feeling. very good!

I you are in a group when you go inside, make sure you split up. It's just common sense really. Awesome fortress btw.