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Close up detail of Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley): The volcano valley got its name from the sulfuric smell, extremely high heat and steam spouting out of the ground in Hokkaido, Japan.
female tourist walks on orange gravel at Myvatn Geothermal area, Iceland
Volcanic views and traditional sulfur mining are the main attraction at Ijen volcano, East Java, Indonesia.
Majestic volcanic mountains with steam under sky in Reykjavík, Reykjavíkurborg, Iceland
A steaming stream of water at Hverir Geothermal Area in North Iceland.
Kjolur Interior, Iceland - August 29, 2010: A lone female hiker ascends a ridge top trail in the steaming volcanic Kerlingarfjoll Mountains, or Witch Mountain, in the Interior of the county which is open to tourists mid-summer only.
Hverir (Geothermal Area)
El Tatio geysers, Chile. El Tatio is a geyser field located in the northern Chile. It is the largest geyser field in the southern hemisphere and the third geyser field in the world.
Icelandic geyser
The pool at night and steam rising from the pool.
Iceland is not a destination. It is an adventure. Travel to Iceland to experience the stunning Icelandic nature, the beauty of the rugged landscape and the creativity of the Icelandic people. From a geological standpoint, Iceland is a very young country, still in the midst of its own creation. Shaped by the forces of nature, the, barren landscapes demonstrate the creativity powers of the four basic elements—earth, air, fire, and water—in a dramatic way. Active volcanoes, bright green valleys, glacier-cut fjords, black sand beaches, and roaring rivers are the most distinctive features of the Icelandic landscape. And although they are very accessible, they still remain virtually untouched by human civilization. In a fast-paced world of sprawling development, Iceland's pure nature and empty expanses stand out as a luxury.\nDespite the name, “ice” only covers about 10% of the land, but still represents the largest glaciers left in Europe. It represents a source of pure water and symbolizes the purity of Icelandic products. Icelanders are proud of their close ties to nature, and dedicated to preserving this natural wealth through responsible conservation.
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Churning Caldron, located in Yellowstone National Park's Mud Volcano area, is a turbulent hot spring known for its intense boiling and churning waters. The acidity and high temperatures of the water, reaching up to 170°F (77°C), create a muddy, frothy appearance. The area around Churning Caldron is rich in sulfur, giving it a distinctive rotten egg smell. This geothermal feature was significantly altered following the 1978 earthquake, which increased its activity and led to the formation of new hot springs and fumaroles in the vicinity.
Mt.iyo in teshikutu
Steam from the geothermal field at Gunnuhver, in the Reykjanes Peninsula of Iceland, with fumaroles releasing gases and boiling water from volcanic activity
Vulcano Island at sunset
Geothermal Area. Boiling volcanic geothermal smoking fumaroles and hot mud pots in winter under sunny winter skyscape.  Hverir, Northeast Iceland
Brown and yellow rock stone on volcano crater background
Iceland is not a destination. It is an adventure. Travel to Iceland to experience the stunning Icelandic nature, the beauty of the rugged landscape and the creativity of the Icelandic people. From a geological standpoint, Iceland is a very young country, still in the midst of its own creation. Shaped by the forces of nature, the, barren landscapes demonstrate the creativity powers of the four basic elements—earth, air, fire, and water—in a dramatic way. Active volcanoes, bright green valleys, glacier-cut fjords, black sand beaches, and roaring rivers are the most distinctive features of the Icelandic landscape. And although they are very accessible, they still remain virtually untouched by human civilization. In a fast-paced world of sprawling development, Iceland's pure nature and empty expanses stand out as a luxury.\nDespite the name, “ice” only covers about 10% of the land, but still represents the largest glaciers left in Europe. It represents a source of pure water and symbolizes the purity of Icelandic products. Icelanders are proud of their close ties to nature, and dedicated to preserving this natural wealth through responsible conservation.
Geothermal spot noted for its bubbling pools of mud & steaming fumaroles emitting sulfuric gas.
steam and gases rising from volcanic landscape
colorful structures of geothermal active area nearby lake Myvatn
Fumarole in geothermal area of Hverir in Iceland.
A solo hiker walks through a geothermal area in Iceland, surrounded by dense clouds of steam from active fumaroles. The volcanic landscape and the colors of moss and earth stand out in the scene.
Krafla  is a volcanic caldera of about 10 km in diameter with a 90 km long fissure zone.
Hot steam coming from the boiling water in the central Iceland in the geothermal area of Hveravellir.
This dramatic scene captures the Gunnuhver hot springs from a new angle, highlighting the juxtaposition between nature and human impact. In the foreground, steam rises intensely from the hot springs, with the autumn colors of orange and red saturating the landscape. A collapsed, abandoned wooden bridge lies partially hidden by the mist, adding a sense of decay and mystery to the image. In the background, the Gunnuhver geothermal power plant stands as a reminder of Iceland’s harnessed geothermal energy, blending industrial elements with the rugged, untouched surroundings. The smoky steam, autumn palette, and remnants of human infrastructure create a powerful, moody atmosphere.
An active geothermal area near Myvatn, Iceland
El Tatio geyser valley in Atacama desert
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