Greece Nea Kameni

Hikers on the edge of Nea Kameni volcanic crater at the center of Santorini caldera

2014
08/30
NIKON D800, 24.0-70.0 mm f/2.8 @ f/8.0 1/1600, ISO 100
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The image shows the main crater of Nea Kameni volcano, with groups of tourists walking along the path on its edge. The landscape is dominated by ochre, brown, and reddish tones of volcanic rock, dotted with yellowish sulfur deposits. The rugged terrain features solidified lava formations and small accumulations of ash. In the distance, beyond the crater, the blue of the sea and the profile of the main island of Santorini can be glimpsed. The clear sky of intense blue contrasts with the warm colors of the volcanic soil. This volcano, still active, emits sulfur fumaroles and represents one of the most popular excursions for Santorini visitors, offering the opportunity to walk on a volcano formed in historical times and understand the geological nature of the archipelago.

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