The Netherlands - Kortenhoefse plassen
Originally a peat swamp, this area was drained for agricultural purposes. Later on, large-scale peat harvesting took place. The harvested peat was used as a source of fuel. After harvesting the peat was placed to dry on small strips of land, still visible in the landscape. Under the influence of water and wind a lot of land drowned here, leaving smaller and larger lakes, a sanctuary for all kind of animals, plants and nature lovers.
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