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Fumaroles, hot tubs and other hot sources: Earth sometimes funny ways of showing us his power.
Rift Valley (Ethiopia)
Rift Valley, the "cradle of humanity", is a long fault 6,500 km long stretching from the Middle East to Mozambique. It forms at the level of Ethiopia , an active seismic zone that results in inhospitable terrain. In the northwest of the country, the Danakil Depression is an enamelled bowl saline lakes, more than 100 m below sea level, where temperatures reach 50 ° C. If you find this too fresh, cross the salt plain to Dallol volcano, which last erupted in 1926, and where the hot springs gush salty. When the water evaporates, the salt crystallized, forming structures color white, red and yellow due to the presence of sulfur and potassium.
No period is not particularly conducive to the discovery of the Danakil, where the mercury soars throughout the year. For safety and convenience, book from a reputable tour operator.
Volcano Dallol, Ethiopia. Pierre c.38
Oimjakon, Siberia (Russia)
If there is one place on the planet deserves a hot spring, it is this small town in the Republic of Yakutia (Sakha or) in Siberia. Located 350 km south of the Arctic Circle Oimjakon holds the record for continuously inhabited city in the world colder. Temperatures dropped to -67 ° C in 1933 and the average winter temperature not exceeding 45 ° C below zero. Then superimpose layers of clothing to explore these wonderful landscapes, dotted with snowy peaks and horizons stretching to infinity. Oimjakon its name ("water that does not freeze") the presence of a nearby source natural hot - a way for Mother Nature to be forgiven the rigors of the Arctic winter!
Oimjakon is a 3 day drive from Yakutsk, the nearest city. You reach it by plane from Moscow or Seoul.
Landmannalaugar (Iceland)
The Iceland volcanic island has many natural basins. In mountainous areas of the south, near the volcano Hekla, Landmannalaugar ("basins locals") is the end point of the most beautiful trek of the island. Hikers depart Þórsmörk and join this desolate place (camping available), after 4 days of walking through spectacular lava formations and rhyolite. The place is perfect to recover from the adventure by slipping into a hot tub, where the water is cooled by a stream.
Excursions are organized every day from Reykjavík, from mid-June to mid-September ( www.bsi.is ).
Landmannalaugar, Iceland. Eric Montfort
Waimangu Volcanic Valley, Rotorua (New Zealand)
The New Zealand has many spectacular geothermal features (beaches and rivers warm waters, perfectly conical volcanoes), including the magnificent volcanic valley Waimangu. Born from an eruption in 1886, this course offers treasures like the terrace Warbrick, made of thin layers of silica, as well as former powerful geysers. It is also here that we find the Frying Pan Lake ("frying pan"), the largest hot spring in the world.
Rotorua, good starting point to explore the valley, is one of the main cities of the North Island, 230 km of road Auckland. It has several campgrounds and hostels.
Frying Pan, New Zealand. Vašek Vinklát
Grand Prismatic, Yellowstone Park (United States)
The Yellowstone National Park in the United States , one of the main areas of geothermal features in the world, has a gem: the Grand Prismatic hot spring. The large pool (90 m diameter and 50 m deep) is distinguished by its colors. Under the effect of thermophilic bacteria, its waters are shades ranging from tan to dark purple, creating a true prism that gave its name to the source. Best not to approach the heart of the basin, called Midway Geyser Basin: Water gushes over 2000 liters per minute and a temperature up to 70 ° C!
Try to find the source in winter, when tourist traffic is low and the effects of steam are chilling.
Grand Prismatic, USA. Clint Losee
Hot Springs Bloody Pond, Beppu (Japan)
Surprise, Pond bloody conceals vermilion waters. The color comes from the high content of iron oxide which is in contact with water, forming rust. The city of Beppu, on the island of Kyushu in Japan , is famous for hosting the largest concentration of hot springs in the country and is one of the largest spas.
Frequent rail connections are provided between Beppu and Tokyo (7:00) and Fukuoka (2:30). Climate more pleasant from October to May
Deception Island (Antarctica)
What's more surprising that a hot spring in the ice? The Deception Island is part of the South Shetland Islands, north of the Antarctic Peninsula. An eruption blew the top of the volcanic island there long, forming a caldera invaded by the sea. Today, the island comes down to rocky headlands to colonies of chinstrap and above the unique geothermal lagoon continent. Visitors arrive by the beach in Whalers Bay, where the guides sometimes burrow into the sand cavities which immediately fill with hot water
Unless you have the soul of a captain Scott (great Antarctic explorer), you will follow a tour, only been possible.
Jigokudani Monkey Park (Japan)
Impossible, unfortunately, to enjoy all the hot springs. Some feature extreme temperatures, others emit harmful gases, some are already occupied. This is the case of the sources of Jigokudani Monkey Park in Yamanouchi. This isolated area, accessible only by foot and therefore not visited National Park Joshinetsu is known for the presence of macaque Japan wild. During the winter months, when temperatures drop below, these monkeys, not stupid, take refuge in the hot springs in the park.
Discover the park in winter (December to February), when the snow is abundant. The site is accessible from the nearby town of Karuizawa.
Jigokudani, Japan. Craig Anderson
Troll and Jotun hot springs, Svalbard (Norway)
At the edge of the Arctic Ocean, beyond the Arctic Circle, the archipelago Norwegian Svalbard form a set of isolated islands identifying seven national parks and 23 nature reserves. National Park Nordvest-Spitsbergen is the refuge of seabirds, arctic foxes and polar bears. But these frigid regions also include the natural hot springs and Jotun Troll, located at a latitude of 80 °. The pools are not boiling (24 ° C-28 ° C), but in a region where temperatures do not exceed 5 ° C at the height of summer, there is already reason to celebrate!
Summer is fleeting in Svalbard (June-August), but thanks to the midnight sun, the days seem endless. Take a SAS flight departing the Oslo or Tromsø ( www.flysas.com ).
Pamukkale (Turkey)
Stretching 3 km along a mountain plateau, terraces of Pamukkale in Turkey , 160 m high, is a marvel of geothermal Meander Valley. Born in seismic activity, these rich calcite mineral springs trickle hillside. Over the centuries, the mass of calcium carbonate and white limestone have solidified and turned into ponds, perfect for a hot bath in an unusual setting. Nicknamed "Cotton Castle" Pamukkale suffered from high tourist numbers but it remains a wonder of nature - it is registered as such on the World Heritage List.
Open from 8h to 18h, the terraces are 10 minutes drive from Denizli. Bus tours are organized from most neighboring towns.
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