Volcanic Collection (#96)

Satellite view of Iceland
May 20, 2012 - Satellite view of Iceland encircled by a halo of clouds in late springtime

Nadir view of the Martian North Pole
Planet Mars showing a partly shadowed Olympus Mons toward the upper left of the image. The row of 3 volcanoes that form the base of a triangle in relationship to Olympus Mons are (from top to bottom)

Ash stains on Russias Shiveluch volcanoas slopes
October 24, 2009 - False-color image showing ash stains on Russias Shiveluch volcanoas slopes. In this image, volcanic ash appears reddish brown, snow appears white

Artists concept of a young, turbulent Earth
A young Earth is shrouded in turbulent, roiling clouds, while under the shadow of its night side can be seen flashes of lightning and the ruddy glow of volcanoes

Gas and ash stream from multiple craters on Sicilyas Mount Etna
March 23, 2013 - Gas and ash stream from multiple craters on Sicilyas Mount Etna. Dark lava, ash, cinders, and scoria (dense volcanic rock filled with gas bubbles) coat the southeastern slopes

Satellite view of a thick, steam-rich plume from Gaua Volcano blows directly northeast
April 24, 2010 - Satellite view of a thick, steam-rich plume from Gaua Volcano blows directly northeast. The thick steam is brighter white than the surrounding lower-altitude clouds

A small geyser on the surface of Triton, with Neptune in the background
In 1989 the space explorer Voyager 2 became the first manmade spacecraft to visit Neptune. Shortly thereafter, active geysers were discovered on its largest moon, Triton

Satellite view of Mayon Volcano emitting a thin volcanic plume
December 28, 2009 - Satellite view of Mayon Volcano on the Philippine island of Luzon, emitting a thin volcanic plume. Ash obscures the summit crater and clouds hide lava flows on the volcanoas flanks

Bezymianny Volcano emits a plume of steam and gases from its lava dome
April 5, 2013 - Bezymianny Volcano emits a plume of steam and other volcanic gases from its large and growing lava dome. It is one of several erupting volcanoes on the Kamchatka Peninsula

Illustration of a geyser erupting on the surface of Enceladus. Liquid water reaches the surface of Enceladus south pole and drives a massive plume of ice crystals into the sky

Jupiter and its volcanic moon Io
This montage of images of Jupiter and its volcanic moon Io, was taken by the New Horizons spacecrafts flyby in early 2007

Stereoscopic view of South America
February 2000 - This anaglyph (stereoscopic view) of South America was generated with data from the Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM)

Volcanic activity on Jupiters moon Io, with the planet Jupiter visible on the horizon
Io is the innermost of the Galilean moons orbiting Jupiter. Io is on average around 400 000 km away from Jupiter, which is approximately the same distance as our moon is from Earth

An eruption plume emanating from Kliuchevskoi volcano
An eruption plume emanating from Kliuchevskoi, one of the many active volcanoes on the Kamchatka Peninsula. The plume, likely a combination of steam, volcanic gases, and ash

Sporadic eruptions from Paluweh Volcano
April 19, 2013 - Sporadic eruptions from Paluweh Volcano emitting ash and volcanic gases into the air

An astronaut observes the eruption of one of Tritons giant cryogeysers
A future astronaut is observing the eruption of one of Tritons giant cryogeysers. Triton is the giant moon of Neptune

Explorers examine one of the great fissures from which Enceladus geysers erupt

An Indonesian pinisi schooner sails near a remote volcanic island
An Indonesian pinisi schooner sails near Pulau Sangeang, a remote volcanic island near Komodo in Indonesia

Kinilow town at foot of Lokon-Empung volcano, Sulawesi, Indonesia
December 8, 2012 - Kinilow town at foot of Lokon-Empung volcano, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Minoan Eruption Deposits, Mavromatis Pumice quarry, Greece
Minoan Eruption Deposits, Mavromatis Pumice quarry. Mining of many meter thick Minoan tuff deposit occurred at many sites on Santorini (Thera), Greece

Acidic crater lake, Kawah Ijen volcano, Java, Indonesia
August 13, 2011 - Acidic crater lake, Kawah Ijen volcano, Java, Indonesia

Natural sulphur deposits damaged by miners, Kawah Ijen volcano, Java, Indonesia
August 13, 2011 - Natural sulphur deposits damaged by miners, Kawah Ijen volcano, Java, Indonesia

Fumaroles with sulphur deposits. Flank of Bocca Nuova crater, Mount Etna volcano
June 25, 2011 - Fumaroles with sulphur deposits. Flank of Bocca Nuova crater, Mount Etna volcano, Sicily, Italy

Burning sulphur in mining area on Kawah Ijen Volcano, Java, Indonesia
August 12, 2011 - Burning sulphur in mining area on Kawah Ijen Volcano, Java, Indonesia

Summit region of Mount Etna volcano, Sicily, Italy
June 25, 2011 - Summit region of Mount Etna volcano, Sicily, Italy. View from North crater with fumarolic sulphur deposits on flank

Dallol geothermal area, 1926 explosion crater by Black Mountain, Danakil Depression
February 11, 2008 - Dallol geothermal area, 1926 explosion crater by Black Mountain, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Small geyser amongst potassium salt deposits, Dallol geothermal area, Danakil Depression
January 27, 2011 - Dallol geothermal area, small geyser amongst potassium salt deposits formed by brine hot springs, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Dallol geothermal area, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
January 27, 2011 - Dallol geothermal area, terraces, potassium salt deposits formed by brine hot springs, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Caldera wall and North crater, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
January 30, 2011 - Caldera wall and North crater, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Lava bubble bursting through crust of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression
February 8, 2008 - Lava bubble bursting through crust of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

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"Unleashing the Fiery Fury: Exploring the Volcanic Wonders of the World" From the captivating Playa de las Cucharas in Costa Teguise, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain to witnessing Mount Vesuvius in Eruption through a watercolor painting from 1817; volcanic marvels have always fascinated humanity. Satellite images of Tenerife reveal its majestic beauty, showcasing nature's artistic prowess. The mesmerizing Krakatoa sunsets immortalized in artworks from 1883 continue to inspire awe and wonder. Even beyond Earth's boundaries, volcanoes leave their mark. Jupiter's moon Io showcases its volcanic activity captured by New Horizons' lens. Meanwhile, Pompeii stands as a haunting reminder of Mount Vesuvius' devastating eruption that preserved an ancient city frozen in time. For those seeking tranquility amidst volcanic landscapes, Playa Blanca beach in Lanzarote offers solace with its breathtaking views. On the other hand, Africa boasts the mighty Volcano Kimanura Nyamulagira Virungas in Zaire - a testament to Mother Nature's raw power. Costa Rica presents Arenal Volcano on its La Fortuna side – a sight that leaves visitors spellbound with its imposing presence. As dusk settles over Joshua Tree National Park or Ecuador's Cotopaxi seen from the west, these volcanic wonders paint vivid pictures against vibrant skies. Lastly, Paddleship Waverley gracefully sails near Staffa Island off Scotland’s coast – where rugged cliffs and sea caves formed by ancient lava flows create an enchanting backdrop for adventure seekers. Whether it be exploring earthly landscapes or venturing into space itself; volcanoes hold an undeniable allure that captivates our imagination and reminds us of both nature's destructive force and its incredible ability to shape our world.