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This photo was taken in one of the amazing caves in Merapoh, Kuala Lipis, Pahang, Malaysia.
Merapoh has many wonderful caves that have wonderful natural formations.
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The "Glacial Potholes" began to form after the last glacier age when the Deerfield River first started to flow over these rocks, about 14,000 years ago. The formation of these river-eroded features thanks to the great glacial lake, Lake Hitchcock, that filled the Connecticut Valley and also extended into the lower Deerfield Valley. While Shelburne Falls was not under Lake Hitchcock, it was under the sediments of the Deerfield River that built a delta into the lake. Lake Hitchcock drained by 14,000 years ago. The Deerfield River was then able to cut downward into its delta sediments. During this erosive process, which continues today, the river found itself on top of the gneiss bedrock and could start eroding holes in the hard Gneiss.
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Nikon D850, 50mm Zeiss Makro-Planar T*2/50 ZF.2, f/4, 1/400s, ISO 200
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This one I christened the Death Star for obvious reasons.
"Moeraki is now most famous for its boulders; mysteriously spherical stones scattered across a beach. Each boulder weighs several tonnes and is up to two metres high.Scientists explain the boulders as calcite concretions formed about 65 million years ago. According to Maori legend, the boulders are gourds washed ashore from the great voyaging canoe Araiteuru when it was wrecked upon landfall in New Zealand hundreds of years ago." newzealand.com
Another example of the complex and fascinating patterns created by wind and water erosion in the Bisti...
The Hoodoos of Alberta are one of Canada's most striking natural wonders—peculiar, chimney-like rock formations that look like nature’s own sculptures. You can find them in various parts of the province, but they are especially famous in the Badlands region near Drumheller, along the Red Deer River valley.
What Are Hoodoos?
Hoodoos (also called "fairy chimneys") are tall, thin spires of rock that protrude from arid basins or badlands. They usually consist of soft sandstone topped by a harder rock that resists erosion, acting like a "hat" that protects the pillar beneath it. Over time, wind and water erode the softer rock, leaving the capped spire behind.
📍 Where to See Them in Alberta
Drumheller Hoodoos
Location: Just off Highway 10 southeast of Drumheller
Description: The most accessible and iconic hoodoos in Alberta. There’s a short walking trail and metal stairs that let you get up close.
Tip: Visit at sunrise or sunset for dramatic lighting and fewer tourists.
Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park
Location: Southern Alberta near the Montana border
Description: Features hoodoos intermixed with Indigenous rock carvings (petroglyphs) and paintings, sacred to the Blackfoot people.
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Dinosaur Provincial Park
Location: East of Calgary, near Brooks
Description: Rich in both hoodoos and dinosaur fossils. A surreal, Martian-like landscape.
How Are Hoodoos Formed?
Geological Layers: Formed in sedimentary rock beds over millions of years.
Erosion: Water from rainfall and freeze-thaw cycles erode the soft sandstone.
Caprock: A hard rock (like shale or ironstone) on top slows erosion beneath it, creating the pillar.
♂️ Folklore and Names
The word “hoodoo” may come from African-American folk traditions (linked to voodoo), implying something mysterious or magical.
Indigenous peoples in the region, particularly the Blackfoot Nation, regard hoodoos as spiritual formations—some believe they come to life at night to protect sacred lands.
Tips for Visiting
Don’t climb on hoodoos—they are fragile and protected by law.
Bring water and sun protection—the Badlands can get very hot and dry.
Combine your visit with nearby attractions like the Royal Tyrrell Museum in Drumheller for a deeper dive into prehistoric life.
I just love this place there is something special about the sandstone. it is as white as the sand. I think you have figured out by now how attracted I am to it,
Well we made it to Devils Elbow the Eagles camp ground was further along we think, but instead of completing the loop which I think was about 8km we went a tad further and decided to turn around and go back the way we came, all up we probably did 8kms, it was getting late and we were slowing down every part of my legs and feet were killing me and I just wanted to get back to the beach and go for a swim. Lucky for us most of the way back was down hill it was walking in the sandy ash that was hard (we aren't super fit) and we whinge about our aches and pains all the way like a couple of 90 year old's, but at least we give it a crack and push each other.and we always feel good at the end of the day. Sorry these last few pics aren't up to par I will try to get some better ones another day.
a camel at Pasabag. There is even a natural formation that resembles a camel in Cappadocia, will post a pic of it later... :-)
View from the Capitol Reef Scenic Drive, a 10-mile-long paved road providing access to unpaved spur roads and to popular trailheads.
A hidden gem known for its stunning geological features and rich history, Capitol Reef was established in 1971 and covers nearly 242,000 acres. It is famous for the Waterpocket Fold, a nearly 100-mile warp in the Earth's crust. This unique geological feature creates a dramatic landscape of colorful canyons, ridges, buttes, and monoliths.
The park is open year-round and home to a variety of wildlife, including mule deer, coyotes and over 200 species of birds. Evidence of human habitation in the area dates to 700 AD and the park preserves petroglyphs and other artifacts from that period. Numerous scenic drives and 200 miles of marked trails showcase the park’s breathtaking landscapes, and it is an International Dark Sky Park, making it an excellent location for stargazing.
[Sources: Wikipedia, NPS.gov, and Earthtrekkers.com]