USA - The glistening dunes of White Sands in the Tularosa Basin are not sand, but fine gypsum, deposited on an ancient seabed 250 million years ago. Gypsum, a form of calcium sulfate, is water soluble and washes away

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USA - The glistening dunes of White Sands in the Tularosa Basin are not sand, but fine gypsum, deposited on an ancient seabed 250 million years ago. Gypsum, a form of calcium sulfate, is water soluble and washes away

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White Sands in the Tularosa Basin
White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, USA.
The glistening dunes of White Sands in the Tularosa Basin are not sand, but fine gypsum, deposited on an ancient seabed 250 million years ago. Gypsum, a form of calcium sulfate, is water soluble and washes away. But geological forces here created a basin with no outlet. In the background the Sacramento Mountains.
Thomas Dressler
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. Step into a surreal world frozen in time as you gaze upon this print by Thomas Dressler. TD-1860 transports us to the enchanting White Sands National Monument, where nature's artistic prowess is on full display. Behold the glistening dunes that stretch as far as the eye can see, but hold your excitement – these are no ordinary sands! Composed of fine gypsum, deposited over 250 million years ago on an ancient seabed, they create a mesmerizing illusion. With each step, it feels like walking through a dreamy wonderland. But here's the twist: gypsum is water soluble and should have long been washed away. However, Mother Nature had other plans for this unique landscape. Geological forces conspired to form a basin with no outlet, trapping these delicate grains of calcium sulfate for eternity. As you soak in this breathtaking vista, let your eyes wander towards the majestic Sacramento Mountains standing tall in the background. The contrast between their rugged grandeur and the softness of the white dunes creates an awe-inspiring harmony that will leave you spellbound. So come explore this geological masterpiece firsthand or bring home TD-1860 to add a touch of ethereal beauty to your space. Let yourself be transported to another realm where time stands still and nature reveals its most whimsical secrets.

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