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O percurso pedestre PR14, conhecido como "A Aldeia Mágica", localizada no Arouca Geopark, classificado pela UNESCO, é o único acesso terrestre à remota aldeia de Drave, situada entre a Serra da Freita e a Serra da Arada. Este trilho irregular, que se inicia em Regoufe, oferece uma experiência única de contemplação do património natural e vernáculo, onde a vegetação autóctone, composta por matos e arbustos, demonstra resiliência face ao clima rigoroso. Após os incêndios que devastaram a Serra da Freita, a paisagem mostra sinais de regeneração, com pequenos rebentos surgindo entre os rochedos graníticos. O percurso, que atravessa áreas de elevado valor geológico e cultural, não somente desafia fisicamente os caminhantes, mas também proporciona uma visão das dinâmicas de destruição e recuperação dos ecossistemas mediterrânicos. A integração do trilho na promoção do turismo sustentável e na sensibilização para a conservação da natureza reforça a relevância do PR14 na preservação das comunidades de montanha.
The PR14 walking trail, known as “The Magic Village,” located in the UNESCO-listed Arouca Geopark, is the only land access to the remote village of Drave, situated between the Freita and Arada mountain ranges. This uneven trail, which starts in Regoufe, offers a unique experience of contemplating the natural and vernacular heritage, where the native vegetation, composed of scrub and shrubs, demonstrates resilience in the face of the harsh climate. After the fires that devastated the Serra da Freita, the landscape shows signs of regeneration, with small shoots emerging between the granite rocks. The route, which crosses areas of high geological and cultural value, not only challenges hikers physically, but also provides an insight into the dynamics of destruction and recovery of Mediterranean ecosystems. The integration of the trail in the promotion of sustainable tourism and awareness of nature conservation reinforces the relevance of PR14 in the preservation of mountain communities.
Situadas na parte oriental do Alto Atlas, perto de Tinghir, em Marrocos, as Gargantas de Todra constituem um desfiladeiro notável esculpido pelo rio Todra ao longo de milhões de anos. As imponentes paredes calcárias, com alturas que variam até 300 metros, apresentam colorações avermelhadas devido à presença de óxidos de ferro. Este estreito desfiladeiro, com apenas 10 metros de largura em alguns pontos, contrasta com o palmeiral e o oásis que florescem no fértil vale circundante, alimentados pelo rio. Historicamente, as gargantas serviram como um corredor natural para as populações berberes, conectando o Saara às regiões montanhosas. Hoje, o local atrai turistas e, em especial, escaladores, que encontram nas suas verticais paredes calcárias mais de 150 vias equipadas, tornando-o um destino popular para o turismo de natureza e desportos de montanha.
Located in the eastern part of the High Atlas, near Tinghir, Morocco, the Todra Gorges are a remarkable canyon carved by the Todra River over millions of years. The imposing limestone walls, with heights ranging up to 300 meters, have reddish colors due to the presence of iron oxides. This narrow gorge, only 10 meters wide at some points, contrasts with the palm grove and oasis that flourish in the fertile surrounding valley, fed by the river. Historically, the gorges served as a natural corridor for the Berber populations, connecting the Sahara to the mountainous regions. Today, the site attracts tourists and, in particular, climbers, who find more than 150 equipped routes on its vertical limestone walls, making it a popular destination for nature tourism and mountain sports.
The water is the underground flow of the Meramac river which still flows strong outside on the surface.
One of my favorite places, The Park is located on the Northern Potosí department, very close to Cochabamba. Torotoro National Park covers 165 km², in a semi-arid landscape at altitudes between 2000 and 3500 m above sea level, with canyons as deep as 300 meters, and scrubby woodland with wildlife like flocks of parakeets and the Red-fronted macaw, as well as typical features of karst terrain like caves and dolines, Paleozoic and Cretaceous calcitic deposits with fossils, and panoramic landscapes eroded by glaciers, wind and waterfalls.
Close-up of a rugged, reddish rock formation found on the Ballestas Islands near Paracas, Peru. The striking patterns and natural textures reveal the island’s dramatic geological history.
Big Hogan, an arch in Monument Valley, named because it resembles the shape of a Hogan - a traditional Navajo dwelling. Erosion and weathering has also left the formation resembling the face of a Navajo elder. Can you spot it?
To give you an idea of the scale of this formation, I included a single person (and fellow photographer) in the bottom right of the frame.
Ice curtains drape the entrance and icicles hang like stalactites from the ceiling of this cavern on Lake Superior's Grand Island near Munising Michigan. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is seen in the distance.
The ice field headlands of Fox Glacier, South Island, New Zealand.
Pentax 645Nii, Pentax 35mm SMC f/3.5, Velvia 100
The hexagonal basalt columns of Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland.
Difficult to get a shot here without other tourists in multi-coloured windbreaker jackets wandering in to the scene but I saw an opportunity and grabbed it.
My 250th D500 upload to Flickr.
"Detail at Mount Garfield, Palisade, Colorado" by Patti Deters. The landscape around Palisade, Colorado is rocky with cliffs, mountains, and many interesting geological structures. If you zoom into specific areas you can create abstract artwork with strong lines and angles, such as these rugged castle-looking boulders that have eroded over time. This was seen among the many cliffs and escarpments at Mount Garfield, just off I-70 along the Grand Army of the Republic Highway. If you like outdoor nature photography, please see more abstracts, landscapes, and other scenes at patti-deters.pixels.com/featured/detail-at-mount-garfield....
On a day graced by the gentle warmth of the sun, I captured this timeless view of Durdle Door, one of nature's most splendid sculptures. The sun-kissed cliffs and the inviting turquoise waters below seemed to create a gateway to a world away from the hustle of daily life. The scattered clouds above played a symphony of light and shadow on the sea, enhancing the natural allure of this coastal marvel. This shot seeks to preserve the quiet magnificence of the Dorset coastline, a testament to the beauty that has been shaped by the elements over countless millennia.
A family holiday to Dorset would not have been complete if we had missed Durdle Door. The family were not 100% sure of what to expect... but the findings were good.
First time I have seen Rifle Falls has so much colors and formations from Calcium Carbonate. Interesting limestone cliffs and caves.
- Paul Cezanne.
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Another shot from the same trip. This one was taken at Alabama Hills near Lone Pine, CA. This place is one of the otherworldly locations you will find one the amazing Rt 395 along the eastern border of California. Most of Lone Pine is a high desert and has the typical terrain you associate with a California desert, and once you get close to the Sierras, the terrain usually progressively get rocky until you just about hit a huge granite wall. But at Alabama Hills, it’s a bit different, before you hit the rocky patch the road will start a bit of gently dips and sways as you pass through some very rounded granite rocks in odd shapes and sizes.
When I first saw them, my immediate thought was that these rocks had to be way older than the Sierras. But later I learned that these were formed at the same time as the Sierras but were lower in elevation and the nicely rounded shapes are due to erosion by wind and rain. Dozens of natural arches are among the main attractions at the Alabama Hills. They can be accessed by short hikes from the Whitney Portal Road, the Movie Flat Road, and the Horseshoe Meadows Road. Among the notable features of the area are Mobius Arch, Lathe Arch, the Eye of Alabama and Whitney Portal Arch.
Another pull from the archives. This is a shot I took in 2023 at Zion National Park. Incredible region.
Anyway, shot was with my current Eos R, but paired with a retired Vivitar Series 1 13-35mm.. or something in that range. Comically cheap lens, it took quite a bit of work to bring some contrast and colour back into the scene lol
A dramatic view of Maletsunyane Falls in Semonkong, Lesotho, cascading into a deep rock pool surrounded by steep cliffs. Powerful waterfall scenery perfect for nature, landscape, and adventure themes.
Gulo is a solitary animal. Most wolverines are. He wanders the Mojave desert. He has immediate family members who live in the Northwestern United States, but, they are wusses and Gulo left that area a long time ago because the other wolverines were so needy. Always wanting handouts and protection. The only time Gulo has contact with other wolverines is when he gets really horny. Then he'll make the trek northward to visit two or three of his female friends, unless, there is too much snow. Gulo hates snow! When he can't make the trip, Gulo gets frustrated. When he gets frustrated, he claws the cliffs. Actually, there were no cliffs in this area until Gulo showed up.
Red Rock Canyon State Park, Kern County, California 2015
Gunung Kawi is an ancient temple complex located in Tampaksiring, Bali, Indonesia. The temple was built during the 11th century and is considered one of Bali's oldest and most significant historical sites. It consists of ten rock-cut shrines that are carved into the sides of a steep valley, surrounded by lush rice paddies, and a river running below.
Fuente Dé é um lugar espetacular no coração dos Picos de Europa, na região de Liébana, Cantábria. Aí se encontra o teleférico de Fuente Dé, uma impressionante obra de engenharia que permite subir de 1090 metros a 1850 metros em apenas 3 minutos e 40 segundos. O teleférico tem o maior comprimento de uma única secção na Europa, com 1.450 metros de cabo e uma queda de 753 metros.
Fuente Dé is a spectacular place in the heart of the Picos de Europa, in the region of Liébana, Cantabria. There you'll find the Fuente Dé cable car, an impressive feat of engineering that allows you to climb from 1090 meters to 1850 meters in just 3 minutes and 40 seconds. The cable car has the longest single section in Europe, with 1,450 meters of cable and a drop of 753 meters.
Ipoh in Malaysia is well known for its Buddhist and Hindu temples in limestone / karst caves. This was taken in the Kek Lok Tong cave temple, one of the newer ones (my first time there, anyway) :-)
Taken on an overcast and intermittently drizzling afternoon. Which didn't at all diminish the awe on visiting some vantage points around this incredible landscape.
In addition to its natural beauty, Aoraki/Mount Cook has a rich cultural history. It is a significant site for the NgÄi Tahu iwi, the MÄori tribe that has lived in the region for centuries. According to MÄori legend, Aoraki was one of four brothers who were turned into mountains by their father to prevent them from drowning in the ocean. The mountain is considered a sacred site, and visitors are encouraged to respect its cultural significance.
Standing on the valley floor of upper Anisclo Canyon, I was struck by how this natural gateway frames the distant plateaus beyond. The limestone walls rise on either side like ancient sentinels, their horizontal strata telling the geological story of when these mountains lay beneath prehistoric seas.
I chose this vantage point to capture the transition zone where the deep canyon begins to open toward the higher elevations, showing how millennia of erosion have carved this dramatic passage through the Pyrenean limestone. The scattered boulders in the foreground are remnants of ancient rockfalls, evidence of the ongoing geological processes that continue to shape this landscape.
The warm light of late afternoon illuminated the eastern wall while leaving the western face in gentle shadow, creating the natural contrast that reveals the true architecture of these formations. This perspective emphasizes the scale and power of the forces that carved Anisclo, transforming solid rock into this cathedral of stone.
My intention was to document this lesser-known view of the canyon's upper reaches, where visitors can truly appreciate the geological magnificence that makes Ordesa National Park such a treasure of the Spanish Pyrenees.