Aridity Collection (page 2)

Desert-Like Conditions In The Fragile Ecosystem Of The Great Sand Hills Of Saskatchewan, Canada

Sunset Over Monument Valley, Arizona

Morning Clouds Over Monument Valley, Arizona

Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona

Morning Clouds Over Monument Valley And Tree, Arizona

U. S. A. California Mojave
U.S.A. California Mojave

The Burren, Co Clare, Ireland, Karst-Landscape Region

Egypt. Dendera. Temple of Hathor. Mud wall portion surroundi
Egyptian Art. Dendera. Temple of Hathor. Mud wall portion surrounding the Dendera Temple complex

Dry Valley

Palm trees growing in the hot desert sand, Mandara Valley, Ubari Sand Sea, Sahara, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Date Palms (Phoenix spec. ), in the Libyan Desert, Um el Ma Oasis, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa
Date Palms (Phoenix spec.), in the Libyan Desert, Um el Ma Oasis, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Egyp. Aswan. Elephantine Island. Landscape

Turkey. Cappadocia. Pasabaglari. Monks Valley. Fairy chimney. Detail. Central Anatolia

Syria. Overview of the Syrian Desert. Near Palmyra. Near Ea
Syrian Arab Republic. Overview of the Syrian Desert. Near Palmyra. Oasis of Tadmor. Near East

Egypt. Landscape around Saqqara

Turkey. Pasabag Valley with Fairy Chimneys (hoodoo). Cappado
Turkey. Overview of Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley) with rock formations known as Fairy Chimneys (hoodoo). Cappadocia. Central Anatolia

Valley of the Kings. Egypt
EGYPT. VALLEY OF THE KINGS. Overview of the mountain chain that stretches behind Deir el-Bahari. In the rock walls are carved the tombs of the pharaohs of the New Kingdom. All of these are hypogea

Red-necked Wallaby, subspecies Bennetts Wallaby (Macropus rufogriseus rufogriseus). The habitat of the Bennetts Wallaby is restricted to Tasmania

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Bare ridges of eroded sandstone in the badlands of the Tabernas Desert Europes only true desert Almeria province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

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Bare ridges of eroded sandstone in the badlands of the Tabernas Desert Europes only true desert Almeria province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

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Bare ridges of eroded sandstone and palm trees in the Tabernas Desert Europes only true desert Almeria province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

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Bare ridges of eroded sandstone and palm trees in the Tabernas Desert Europes only true desert Almeria province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

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The seaside town of San Jose in the nature reserve Cabo de Gata-Nijar with full moon at dusk Almeria province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

Rural Road

Parched ground of a lake, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Dead tree in front of Dune 45 near Sossusvlei, Namib Desert, Namib Naukluft Park, Namibia, Africa

Dune 45 near Sossusvlei, Namib Desert, Namib Naukluft Park, Namibia, Africa

Dead tree in Deadvlei in the morning light, Namib Desert, Namib Naukluft Park, Namibia, Africa

Dead trees in Deadvlei in the morning light, Namib Desert, Namib Naukluft Park, Namibia, Africa

Dried up lake with many cracks

Dry mountain hill, California, USA

Sand dunes and clouds in the Libyan desert, Sahara, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Tuareg in the Libyan Desert, Sahara, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Sand structure, sand dunes in the Libyan Desert, Sahara, Libya, North Africa

Sand dunes in the Libyan Desert, Sahara, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Valley of the Kings. On the walls are carved rock tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs. Entrance to the tomb of the Pharaoh Ramses IV. Egypt

SIGUENZA. Castle built by Arabs in the twelfth century. It is now an inn of tourism. Guadalajara province. Castile-La Mancha. Spain

Egypt, Valley of the Kings. Overview of the mountain chain that stretches behind Deir el-Bahari. In the rock walls are carved the tombs of the pharaohs of the New Kingdom. All of these are hypogea

Murzuq, Libya
Muzduq, in southwest Libya, at the time of Barths visit. The appearance of Muzduq ia rather picturesque, but its extreme aridity is felt at once

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Aridity, a harsh and unforgiving force of nature, is vividly captured in these breathtaking images. In the vast expanse of Western Australia's Kimberley region lies the Baobab Prison Tree near Derby, standing as a testament to the arid conditions that have shaped this land for centuries. Its gnarled branches reach towards an endless sky, defying the lack of water that surrounds it. Moving further south, we find ourselves at Egypt's Temple of Hathor in Dendera. Here, a mud wall portion stands proudly amidst the aridity, showcasing ancient architecture resilient against time and climatic challenges. Returning to Australia's Western Australia region, we are greeted by dune landscapes near Cervantes and erosion-scapes known as Pinnacles. These natural wonders showcase how wind and weathering have sculpted the land into mesmerizing formations over countless years. The barrenness only adds to their allure; a reminder that even in desolation there is beauty. Journeying through Gascoyne's outback reveals another facet - dune streets stretching endlessly into the horizon. This captivating sight showcases both isolation and resilience; where life finds ways to adapt despite scarce resources. Cape Peron offers yet another striking contrast between desert sands and ocean waves crashing against its shores. It serves as a reminder that even within such dry environments, pockets of life can flourish when given just enough moisture from coastal breezes. As we explore Cape Range in Gascoyne once more, dunes merge seamlessly with turquoise waters - an enchanting meeting point between two contrasting worlds, and is here that one truly comprehends how aridity shapes not only landscapes but also ecosystems; creating delicate balances where survival hinges on adaptation. In each image presented here – whether it be Baobab trees or eroded rock formations – aridity reigns supreme while simultaneously revealing glimpses of tenacity and resilience found within these arid landscapes.