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WIND MILL

PAROS, GREECE

Image Number 468

Traditional whitewashed windmills characterize the Greek islands and especially the Cyclades. In Paros windmills are found all around the island. Some are kept in the traditional form and are not used today, while others have been renovated and work as hotels, cafeterias or art galleries. In the past, these windmills were of vital importance. Using the wind, which is so strong in Cyclades, people used to grind the wheat, the most important nutritional element that time. Most windmills were constructed in the 19th century and fell in disuse after the mid 20th century.  Many windmills retain their millstones and mechanisms.

TECHNICAL NOTES

 The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 100. Exposure of 1/160th of a second and aperture F4.   150mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.