The island of Kythira is now grappling with the aftermath of the devastating fire it recently endured. Images of horror are emerging from a place that was once vibrant and full of life.
The photographic lens of Giota Politi and the journey of ADELIN FM through Kato Chora Mylopotamou reveal the timeline of destruction, evoking feelings of sadness alongside a «silent» anger filled with unanswered questions.
Burnt areas of unparalleled natural beauty lay before us, remnants of a once-thriving paradise. Ancient cedars that once stood like guardians of nature are now charred, resembling skeletons whispering tales of lost eras.
Kato Chora Mylopotamou, a jewel of Kythira, transformed in mere hours into a mere shadow of its former self. The fire devoured everything in its path, cloaking this lush and blessed land with a black veil of misfortune.
“A photo report filled with sadness and a silent cry. Each image is a wound. Yet, from the ashes, arises the responsibility and duty we all share to remember, protect, and never forget,” stated Panagiotis Politis, emphasizing: “The burnt land of Kythira is not merely a natural loss. It is a desperate call for awareness regarding our future, a summons for awakening. For our land is not to be taken for granted; it is invaluable, and we have betrayed it.”
