It’s the area of ‘Urban’ Photography. I shoot unique photos of undisclosed abandoned places. It does not store any personal data.My name is Roman, a 32-year-old urban-obsessed and award winning photographer, born and raised in the enchanting South of the Netherlands. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. He has travelled across the world and has discovered the history behind buildings forgotten in time while understanding how these structures play a vital role in the culture of these places today. Roman began exploring abandoned buildings over a decade ago to fuel his interest in architecture, history and photography. “This could be a step forward in bringing attention to what is left of the important cultural and historical heritage of Lebanon so that it might be re-assessed and hopefully preserved for future generations.” “While it is quite difficult to prompt action, it is still great to see groups trying to raise awareness on this issue. “Many consider places like Al Kassouf to be victims of cultural terrorism, as well as government neglect. Inside of Al Kassouf, the abandoned hotel in Lebanon (Picture: Jam Press) “Today, many activists and organisations are trying to recover some of the buildings damaged in the war. Roman said: “What makes the view special is the surrounding nature, defined by beautiful mountain landscapes, pine trees, and lush vegetation. Roman also grabbed a shot of the stunning floor in one of the event rooms, with the tiles left untouched. In another image, the beautiful view can still be admired from a balcony. Inside of Al Kassouf, the abandoned hotel in Lebanon (Picture: Jam Press)Īnother photo shows the empty, once-grand hallway with exposed pipes.
Photos taken inside of the building show walls which have been blown through, decaying hallways covered in bricks and rotting walls.
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In one photo, you can see the front of the building, with numerous long, beautiful windows and a rusty balcony over the top of the front door. However, some of the beautifully decorated floor tiles are still in decent shape and offer a glimpse of just how beautiful and pristine the lobby in the front was, which can be seen in Roman’s photos. It continued to prosper and became a very sought-after destination until everything abruptly stopped when the war broke out and took a toll on Al Kassouf, which is located in a mountainous region.ĭamage from ammunition and explosives is visible, with rainfall also severely affecting the building, creeping inside and causing progressive infiltration and water damage as well as overgrown weeds. Al Kassouf, the abandoned hotel in Lebanon (Picture: Jam Press) The hotel was a high-profile place that hosted many international patrons, celebrities, royals, and even presidents, and was also known as the first place to hold the country’s first-ever beauty pageant. The structure dates back to the 1930s but was severely damaged in the Civil War. Photographer Roman Robroek, 34, from the Netherlands, explored Al Kassouf, an iconic, grand hotel, located in Shweir, Lebanon. A photographer has shared shocking pictures taken inside an abandoned hotel – which was once a thriving hotspot frequented by celebrities and royalty.
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