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Te Tarata hot springs, Rotomahana, New Zealand
View of the Te Tarata hot springs by Lake Rotomahana, North Island, New Zealand -- thermal springs with encrusted terraces. Date: circa 1866
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Boiling Encrusted Geological Geology Phenomena Spring Springs Terrace Terraces Thermal Zealand 1860s Rotomahana
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Te Tarata Hot Springs, Rotomahana, North Island, New Zealand - Circa 1866 This evocative photograph captures the otherworldly beauty of Te Tarata Hot Springs, located on the shores of Lake Rotomahana in the North Island of New Zealand. The image, taken in the late 1860s, offers a glimpse into the natural wonders that have long attracted visitors to this geothermal wonderland. The steaming hot springs are surrounded by encrusted terraces, a testament to the geothermal activity that continues to shape the landscape. The terraces, formed by the deposition of minerals from the hot water, are a striking contrast to the cool, clear waters of the lake. White steam and smoke rise from the bubbling springs, adding to the sense of otherworldliness and mystery. The Te Tarata Hot Springs are just one of many natural phenomena that can be found in the Rotomahana area. This region is known for its geothermal activity, with numerous hot springs, geysers, and mud pools. The area has been a source of fascination for scientists and travelers alike for over a century, with the first European visitors describing the scene as "a veritable inferno of hissing fountains, boiling springs, and steaming vapours." Despite their rugged and remote location, the Te Tarata Hot Springs have long been accessible to visitors, who come to soak in the therapeutic waters and marvel at the natural beauty of this unique landscape. Today, the area is protected as part of the Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, a popular tourist destination that offers visitors a chance to explore the geothermal wonders of New Zealand in a sustainable and responsible way.
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