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Erosion's journey

Posted by
Steven (Chicagoland, United States) on 23 January 2025 in Landscape & Rural and Portfolio.

Waimea Canyon, aptly called the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific," is a breathtaking tapestry of nature's artistry on Kauai's western side. Stretching approximately ten miles long and plunging up to 3,000 feet deep, this geological marvel tells the story of a patient and persistent sculptor: time. Its name, "Waimea," meaning "reddish water," pays homage to the rich, iron-tinged soil that erosion has carved into a symphony of vibrant reds, browns, and greens. Over millennia, the journey of the relentless flow of the Waimea River, born from the extraordinary rainfall cascading down Mount Waiʻaleʻale—one of the wettest places on Earth—etched this masterpiece into the volcanic rock. Each layer reveals chapters of Kauai’s ancient volcanic past, while the canyon itself stands as a testament to the island’s ever-changing beauty, a place where time and water journeyed to create a natural wonder that inspires awe in all who behold it.

Weekly prompt: Journey

Photo taken August 3, 2023.

NIKON D7000 1/1000 second F/4.0 ISO 400 27 mm (35mm equiv.)

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Jypyä Pop from Turku, Finland

A truly magnificent work of art created by nature. Such areas are very necessary for people, because here you don't have to buy anything or really can't rush, you can just look and listen and be quiet.,

23 Jan 2025 5:23am

Marie from Parc régional naturel de Chartreuse, France

I don't know this canyon but I'm impressed by all the little mounds and peaks that erosion has undoubtedly transformed over time. And I love their colours.
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23 Jan 2025 6:07am

Pascale MD from Parc National des Cévennes, France

Très très beau ce paysage aux couleurs si variées.
Bonne journée Steven

23 Jan 2025 6:33am

Claudine/canelle from Lorient, France

Magnifique !!!
Merci

23 Jan 2025 6:34am

Sam from Chennai, India

Magnificent. Beautiful view of the artwork created by mother Nature. And interesting information. :)

23 Jan 2025 6:38am

jpla from Anjou, France

la nature crée de belles choses

23 Jan 2025 6:50am

lisl from Winsley, United Kingdom

It's made a spectacular job of it, Steven

23 Jan 2025 6:57am

Bill Phillips from Droitwich, United Kingdom

It is stunningly beautiful Steven. A wonderful palette of colours

23 Jan 2025 7:29am

Daniel from Perpignan, France

Superbe panorama !!!!!

23 Jan 2025 7:42am

PascalXLD from Lorient, France

Superbe ce paysage
Bonne journée

23 Jan 2025 8:07am

Hiro from Kyoto, Japan

Oh, various colors, amazing view !!

23 Jan 2025 8:16am

Stephen from Canberra, Australia

A journey on a grand scale and makes us realize how nature shapes the planet and its future.

23 Jan 2025 8:47am

Giulio from Turin, Italy

The canyon's grandeur speaks volumes about the beauty and power of the elements, showcasing the immense time frame over which our planet evolves. The photography is simply breathtaking.

23 Jan 2025 8:57am

mo.langel from Courtelary, Switzerland

Superb point of view! Beautiful landscape!

23 Jan 2025 9:26am

Ana Lúcia from Leiria, Portugal

Very interesting shapes and rock formations! Beautiful landscape!

23 Jan 2025 9:52am

Tede from Aubenas 07, France

Magnificent landscape !!!

23 Jan 2025 9:56am

Petits Bonheurs from AIGLUN, France

Quel magnifique paysage. Je suis émerveillée devant la variante des couleurs.
Belle journée Steven

23 Jan 2025 1:32pm

Ruthiebear from Titusville, NJ, United States

This is stunning. What magnificent tones!

23 Jan 2025 2:03pm

Manu from Caldas da Rainha, Portugal

Wonderful photo.
Time is a great sculptor.

23 Jan 2025 4:07pm

Roger Dekert from Vauréal, France

Superb landscape.
It seems that this landscape extends to infinity.
The eyes no longer know where to rest, there are so many things to see.
On this scale, we are like ants.

23 Jan 2025 4:28pm

Claudiel from belgium, Belgium

Wow, like a painting

23 Jan 2025 4:46pm

Jean-Luc.M from Nancy et ailleurs, France

Splendid scenery with varied colors and magnificent light!

23 Jan 2025 5:16pm

Rick James Morrison from Elora, Canada

A gorgeous shot, Steven. You captured all the nuances of light and color.

23 Jan 2025 5:44pm

B. Thomas from Arlington, Texas, United States

Beautiful colors. This is an intriguing view, and so different from so many island shots with sand and palm trees.

23 Jan 2025 5:58pm

Elizabeth Buckalew from Flagstaff, United States

Oh I just LOVE this image! The dappled light enhances the colorful tapestry!
We will be going to Kauai at the end of September! We prefer nature to people, so we chose this island for our one and only Hawaii trip. If you have any recommendations they'd be welcome!

23 Jan 2025 7:22pm

Willem from Noord-Scharwoude, Netherlands

A beautiful overview photo of this beautifully shaped nature.

23 Jan 2025 9:52pm

Harry from Apex, NC, United States

excellent display of textures and colors

23 Jan 2025 9:53pm

Mhelene from Région parisienne, France

Wow...Wonderful compositiion and colors .

23 Jan 2025 10:24pm

Ron from Fraser Valley, Canada

Fantastic shot. I like the dappled light and ruggedness of the canyon. There is a nice mixture of colors.

23 Jan 2025 10:35pm

Elaine Hancock from Olney, United States

A magnificent scene. The canyon created by centuries of erosion is beautiful. It does remind of the Grand Canyon in a lot of ways. I love all of the beautiful colors.

24 Jan 2025 3:46am

Ginnie Hart from Netherlands

That is quite the journey, Steven, in both vision and verb!

24 Jan 2025 6:23am

Calusarus from Valence, France

What an impressive landscape. Cheers

24 Jan 2025 7:19am

Astrid from Netherlands

I love this image and point of view, Steven. Once big rivers were here and "time" gave character to these rocks. Living in a flat country, mountains fascinate me to no end. Switzerland it is in May for us :)
Have a wonderful weekend.

24 Jan 2025 8:32am

Marjolein from Voorne aan Zee, Netherlands

You have wunderful canyons in your country.
So colorful

24 Jan 2025 8:37am

Remus from Portugal

A breathtaking, one-of-a-kind landscape.
The clouds paint the land with spectacular shadows.

24 Jan 2025 7:40pm

Peter B. from Fullerton, United States

It really is a masterpiece. I've seen it (years ago). What a gorgeous photo!

25 Jan 2025 12:13am

jeanmadis from Chonburi, Thailand

Beautiful this patchwork of nature composed of colors and lights.

25 Jan 2025 2:45am

Jean-Louis Guianvarc'h from Valence d'Albigeois, France

Un fantastique paysage, avec ses formes et ses couleurs magnifiques! Bon dimanche.

26 Jan 2025 10:40am

fereshteh. from mashhad, Iran

So beautiful.

26 Jan 2025 5:07pm

yo from Entre Seine et Loire, France

Voilà une vue qui convient pour le nouveau thème de la semaine :)

26 Jan 2025 5:51pm

Jim and Barb from CUSTER, United States

Amazing terrain and color! Looks like an area I could ride a horse through for days.

27 Jan 2025 12:22pm

Joelle (Horse of fire) from France

Une petite halte amicale par ici et cela fait bien aux yeux merci Steven
Bonne année !

30 Jan 2025 2:20pm