Landmass Collection (page 3)

Topographic image of France showing shaded relief and colored height
Topographic view of France. The upper central part of this scene is dominated by the Paris Basin, which consists of a layered sequence of sedimentary rocks

The Isle of Man (also known as Mann) is a self-governing British Crown Dependency in the Irish Sea between Great Britain and Ireland

Fall colors in the northeastern United States
October 13, 2010 - Fall colors in the northeastern United States

Composite image of the eastern hemisphere on planet Earth
March 30, 2014 - Composite image of the eastern hemisphere on planet Earth

Satellite view of Southern Florida
November 10, 2011 - Satellite view of Southern Florida. Farms, forests, wetlands and urban areas are of many diverse landscapes packed into this relatively small area

Satellite view of a dust storm in Saudi Arabia
March 27, 2011 - Satellite view of a dust storm in Saudi Arabia

Satellite view of the Carpathian Mountains in Romania
November 15, 2010 - The Transylvanian Basin, painted in the browns and greens of late autumn, nestles in the dark green arc of the conifer-covered Carpathian Mountains in Romania on a nearly

Snow cover encircles Bo Hai and extends to the north and west of that water body
January 4, 2010 - Snow cover encircles Bo Hai and extends to the north and west of that water body. Snow also covers Beijing, Tianjin, and a constellation of smaller settlements

The Bahamas Andros Island and the Tongue of the Ocean
November 21, 2009 - The Bahamas Andros Island and the Tongue of the Ocean. This scene from Earth orbit appears much more peaceful than earlier in the month

Satellite view of Italy and Southeast France
Just a few days shy of the first day of summer, and still the Alps that tower over northern Italy are holding on to snow. To the south, in the Mediterranean Sea

New Zealand
February 2000 - New Zealand straddles the juncture of the Indo-Australian and Pacific tectonic plates, two of Earths major crustal plates

True-color image of the entire Earth
This spectacular image is the most detailed true-color image of the entire Earth to date. Using a collection of satellite-based observations

A partially lit terrestrial world

A strong cold front moving through the eastern United States
April 5, 2011 - A strong cold front moving through the eastern United States. The cold front triggered severe thunderstorms (the line of brightest white are the highest thunderstorms)

Satellite image of The Alps mountain range
January 17, 2011 - Satellite image of The Alps mountain range

Rabaul volcano on the island of Papua New Guinea
Continuing a pattern of intermittent activity that lasted several days, the Rabaul Volcano on Papua New Guines island of New Britain released a plume on March 18, 2008

January 2, 2009 - Cloud simulation of the full Earth

A small plume rises from the summit of Ulawun Volcano on Papua New Guines island
June 10, 2010 - A small plume rises from the summit of Ulawun Volcano on Papua New Guines island of New Britain. Midway down the slopes of Ulawun, vegetation predominates

Satellite view of the Caspian Sea
April 9, 2004 - The Caspian Sea is a wash in color. The bright colors are probably caused by sediment and algae. The tan and green swirls hug the coast where agricultural run-off is carried on rivers

The Sinai Peninsula
February 2000 - The Sinai Peninsula, located between Africa and Asia, is a result of those two continents pulling apart from each other

Average plant growth of the Earth
This pair of images contrasts average plant growth in 2002 to growth in 2008, revealing small interannual changes. The images are part of our series World of Change: Global Biosphere

Satellite view of North Western Europe
February 20, 2004 - At the end of February snow is melting in northwestern Europe, hinting at the spring that is coming. Only in Poland, in the lower right corner of the image

Fall colors in northwestern Russia
October 7, 2010 - Fall colors in northwestern Russia

Satellite view of Persepolis and the surrounding region
January 5, 2004 - Satellite view of Persepolis and the surrounding region. In southwestern Iran, roughly 400 miles south of the capital city of Tehran, and roughly 40 miles northeast of Shiraz

Natural-color image of the Mayon Volcano in the Philippines
December 15, 2009 - Natural-color image of the Mayon Volcano in the Philippines. A small plume of ash and/or steam is blowing west from the summit

Russias Kamchatka Peninsula
February 2000 - Russias Kamchatka Peninsula, lying between the Sea of Okhotsk to the west and the Bering Sea and Pacific Ocean to the east

Satellite view of Italy and the Adriatic Sea
November 17, 2004 - Satellite view of Italy and the Adriatic Sea. The waters along the Italian coastline are a milky green where the wind-tossed waves have churned the water

Oblique photo of Ethiopia and part of the Red Sea as viewed from space
October 20, 2012 - Oblique photo of Ethiopia and part of the Red Sea as viewed from space. The name of the funnel-shaped area is the Afar Depression or Afar Triangle

Satellite view of the Fraser River, British Columbia, Canada
September 7, 2011 - Satellite view of the Fraser River, British Columbia, Canada. Arising from headwaters around Mount Robson in the Rocky Mountains, the Fraser River starts as a fast-moving stream

Detailed satellite view of Earth

Cloud streets in the Sea of Japan and Yellow Sea
January 9, 2014 - Cloud streets in the Sea of Japan and Yellow Sea

Satellite view of Florida
February 17, 2014 - Satellite view of Florida

Satellite view of Eastern Canada
April 15, 2011 - Satellite view of Eastern Canada

Satellite view of Central India
January 12, 2011 - Satellite view of Central India

Satellite view of most of the South Island of New Zealand
December 22, 2009 - View of most of the South Island of New Zealand. The Southern Alps, the range that divides the South Island, are covered with snow though it is summer in the southern hemisphere

The Queen Elizabeth Islands
August 27, 2009 - The Queen Elizabeth Islands, located in northern Canada. In this image, much of the ice is broken up and blue water is visible, as well as brown terrain

Satellite view of the Middle East
May 4, 2003 - Deserts stretch across the Middle East in shades of tan, pink, and orange, while green foothills, mountains, and plains mark their edges

British Columbia
June 3, 2009 - British Columbia

Fires and smoke in southeast Australia
January 11, 2007 - Fires and smoke in southeast Australia

Eruption of Mt. Etna in Sicily
November 24, 2006 - Eruption of Mt. Etna in Sicily

View from space of the Florida peninsula
January 1, 2012 - View from space of the Florida peninsula. Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center are near frame center. The Gulf of Mexico is in the top portion of the photo

Satellite view of Central Europe
March 12, 2014 - Satellite view of Central Europe

Satellite view of full Earth showing a powerful winter storm
February 13, 2014 - Satellite view of full Earth showing a powerful winter storm battering Mid-Atlantic and New England areas of the United States

Satellite view of the Mergui Archipelago showing Auckland and Whale Bays
December 14, 2004 - Satellite view of the Mergui Archipelago showing Auckland and Whale Bays. The archipelago in the Andaman Sea is made up of more than 800 islands surrounded by extensive coral

Snow cover across the northeastern United States
March 9, 2013 - Snow cover across the northeastern United States, stretching from West Virginia into Canada, and from the western shore of Lake Ontario to the Atlantic Ocean

Satellite view of snow in Italy
February 24, 2012 - Satellite view of snow in Italy

Central Europe
September 1, 2009 - Central Europe

Dust and clouds hovered over the Taklimakan Desert
June 9, 2009 - Dust and clouds hover over the Taklimakan Desert. The dust forms a hazy veil over the desert, especially along its northwestern margin

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"Exploring the Dynamic World: Unveiling the Mysteries of Landmass" Embarking on a journey through time and space, we delve into the captivating phenomenon of continental drift. Through intricate diagrams, we witness the majestic dance of tectonic plates shaping our planet's landmasses. From a satellite view high above New Zealand, we marvel at its unique landforms that bear witness to millions of years of continental movement. The rugged beauty tells tales of ancient collisions and separations. Venturing to England's Northumberland, we encounter an extraordinary creation named Northumberlandia – a colossal sculpture embodying the very essence transformation. Its undulating curves pay homage to nature's ever-changing forms. Turning pages in history, we stumble upon intriguing accounts like Osnabrug Island bearing testimony to explorers' navigational prowess as they charted unknown territories with precision and skill. Ink-stained records reveal glimpses of unidentified islands waiting for their stories to be unraveled. With compass bearings guiding their way, intrepid adventurers set forth towards uncharted horizons. The enchanting profile etched onto paper unveils St. Jago, one among Cape Verde Islands – an exquisite testament to how landmasses emerge from volcanic origins and evolve over eons under nature's watchful eye. A vibrant map takes us back centuries ago when cartographers meticulously depicted Crete's splendorous contours in vivid colors - capturing both its geographical significance and cultural heritage within a single frame. Stepping into Matavai Bay in Otaheite (now Tahiti), brushstrokes bring alive Captain Cook's expedition as he encountered new lands amidst turquoise waters - forever altering our understanding of distant shores. Finally, gazing upon the Isle of Mayo off Cape Verde Islands' coast reveals yet another captivating coastal profile that has witnessed countless waves crashing against its rocky cliffs throughout time immemorial. Landmasses hold secrets untold, their ever-changing nature a testament to the dynamic forces shaping our world.