Volcanic Collection (#97)

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

Lava breaking through crust of lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 7, 2008 - Upward surge of lava breaking through crust of lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Sabo channel at Haramatsu River with tubular grid dam and Sakurajima volcano, Japan
March 1, 2010 - Sabo channel at Haramatsu River with tubular grid dam (slit dam type), for defense and protection against mudflows, with Sakurajima volcano in background, Japan

Erta Ale steaming Hornitos, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 8, 2008 - Erta Ale steaming Hornitos, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Potassium salt deposits, Dallol geothermal area, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 11, 2008 - Dallol geothermal area, deposits of potassium salts formed by evaporation of water from brine hot springs, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Aerial view of frozen lake in summit crater Mount Douglas volcano, Alaskan Peninsula
September 2007 - Aerial view of frozen lake in summit crater Mount Douglas volcano, Alaskan Peninsula, USA

Erta Ale steaming Hornito, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 8, 2008 - Erta Ale steaming Hornito, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Close-up of yellow salt crystals in the Dallol geothermal area, Danakil Depression
February 11, 2008 - Dallol geothermal area, yellow salt crystals deposited by evaporation of water from brine hot springs, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Dallol geothermal area, brine hot springs, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 10, 2008 - Dallol geothermal area, brine hot springs, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

An eye-shaped nebula and ring of glowing debris around a planetary system
An eye-shaped nebula, the remains of a star forming molecular cloud that is being torn apart by the supergiant at its center

Plumes from Okmok Volcano, Aleutian Islands
July 13, 2008 - Plumes from Okmok Volcano, Aleutian Islands at 22:30 UTC

An ancient lava flow on Earths moon

Satellite view of Russias Kamchatka Peninsula
January 11, 2013 - Satellite view of Russias Kamchatka Peninsula. The active volcanos Shiveluch, Bezymianny, Tolbachik, and Kizimen were all erupting simultaneously in this image

Multiple plumes blow toward the south-southwest from Kilauea in the Hawaiian Islands
December 11, 2009 - Multiple plumes blow toward the south-southwest from Kilauea. One of Hawaiias most active volcanoes, Kilauea is a shield volcano with a low

Artists concept of a view across a pool of lava on the surface of Io, towards Jupiter
Artists concept of a dormant volcanic caldera as it re-awakens with a surge of new lava that breaks up and melts a frozen crust. A gibbous Jupiter hangs over the horizon

Sci-fi scene of a pair of Allosaurus dinobots tracking down a lone Steogsuaurs
A sci-fi scene of a pair of Allosaurus dinobots tracking down a lone Steogsuaurs dinobot

A pair of giant Quetzalcoatlus flying over a volcanic landscape during Earths Cretaceous Period

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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.