Sentences with phrase «of large rock formations»

Tonight, we'll rest in Huampochocha Tambo, in the heart of large rock formations near a lagoon.

We went spelunking throughout the inner part and outer parts of the large rock formation.

The dive begins with a descent to around 18 metres where you'll find yourself on top of a large rock formation surrounded by deep water.

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This parched patch of land, under which lies the largest oil - producing rock formations in the United States, is the epicenter of a growth binge that shows just how tight the link remains between low unemployment, rising wages, and upward pricing pressure.

PDC has successfully drilled the equivalent of 20 - 22 horizontal wells per 640 - acre section, to more efficiently capture the large oil and gas resources in - place in the Niobrara and Codell formations, which contain over 300 feet of combined reservoir rock.

A drilling technique known as hydraulic fracturing in shale rock formations — fracking — in the U.S. produced large amounts of crude oil, natural gas and other petroleum products.

The process involves injecting large volumes of water, mixed with sand and chemicals, deep into the ground to break up rock formations and release natural gas.

Wallace's house, for instance, sits above the Barnett Shale Formation, a layer of hard black rock that holds the U.S.'s second - largest deposit of natural gas.

Analysts say ADM's project is significant for studying how a large amount of human - generated CO2 will behave underground in the Illinois Basin, a rock formation stretching across three states and sitting near some of the nation's highest - polluting coal plants and industrial factories.

The method has been proven robust for dating corals and larger rock formations in caves and has recently been adapted to date thin deposits of carbonate on rock art.

He points out that this magnetic signal can be associated with large - scale processes of mountain formation, and how these ranges can be curved until they create structures known as oroclines: «With a rock sample, we can analyse a process that has occurred on the tectonic plate level; and, specifically, offers new data that allows us to discover how this orogeny or large Variscan range and its curvature occurred.

Yes, the spring looks like a heart, but if you look at the larger rock formation, a picture becomes clearer: the heart - spring is like the nose of a giant skull.

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Other discoveries include one of the largest cave rooms in the world, more river channels, rock formations, bats and other marine creatures.

My friend and I had been planning our trip to Uluru, a large sandstone rock formation that's considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for months; both exchange students, we felt compelled to visit this iconic piece of Australia.

While the property feels tucked away behind large rock formations and a cacti garden, it's only a short drive from the clear waters of Kapari Beach or the livelier oceanfront scene (and incredible sunset views) at Agios Ioannis.

Some sites also feature large submerged rock formations and boulder piles — another legacy of volcanic origins.

Swim through large caves and cathedral as you dive through an almost alien like world full of underwater rock formations.

Inspired by and featuring a stunning view of the unique rock formation on Camelback Mountain known as the Praying Monk, this indoor / outdoor venue is ideal for larger parties of up to 60 guests.

Remarkable Rocks are a cluster of large granite boulders sculptured by weather erosion into an amazing coastal formation.

From the Caribbean coastline of the Yucatán peninsula, where you'll find a myriad of palm tree laden, postcard - worthy beaches (not to mention the northern portion of the Mesoamerican Barrier reef, the second largest barrier reef in the world) to the otherworldly Baja California, the world's second longest peninsula, which is made up of surreal rock formations that run along the striking royal blue shoreline, there is no shortage of beautiful playas in Mexico.

Go to Jewel Cave to see arabesque displays of stalactites and stalagmites; Mammoth Cave for fossils and mind - bogglingly large chambers; and Lake Cave to watch light filter through spindly rock formations and reflect off an underground lake.

The addition of Mexico Rocks to this protected status means that the large boulder coral formations unique to this area and found only at one other site in Belize, far to the south at Glover's Reef, will be protected far into the future.

The Maligne Canyon, a 164 feet (50 metres) deep gorge of sheer limestone walls with a number of interesting rock formations, is very popular with tourists, as is Maligne Lake - the largest glacier - fed body of water in the region.

The town earns its name as one of the most famous places in Australia as it serves as the starting point for many trips to Uluru, the large sandstone rock formation that is iconic to the Australian Outback.

It provided better snorkeling with large rock formations, swarms of fish and baby jellies, and beautiful un-bleached coral.

This snorkeling tour brings you to an underwater formation called Mexico Rocks, which is part of the much larger Belize Barrier Reef.

Possible sites include: Bandit Ledge: The gentle hills and ridges of this site support a surprising amount of beautiful cauliflower corals Garden Eel Cove: The slow drop - off ends in a sandy bottom covered with graceful garden eels Anglers: A beautiful archway housing a big family of lionfish High Rock: A massive ridge capped by a pinnacle rising to within 10 feet (approx. 3 meters) of the water's surface Anchor Drag: A maze of canyons, arches small caverns provide enjoyable exploration of the lobsters, crabs, shrimp and puffer fish who live here North Golden Arches: The main attraction is a rock arch with scattered coral heads throughout the area South Golden Arches: A large rock arch with a sandy area, housing numerous marine animals Harlequin: A great spot for a deep dive to see large schools of fish Kaloko Arches: The main attractions here are the unique rock outcroppings and lava formations Turtle Pinnacle: One of best sites to find green sea turtles Eel Cove: Interesting and rapid drop - off for deep diving Thunder Reef: Good spot for viewing deep - water animals West Kaiwi: This dive site is one of the best for observing fish, with lots of coral and a nearby drop - off Please note: This is not an introductory dRock: A massive ridge capped by a pinnacle rising to within 10 feet (approx. 3 meters) of the water's surface Anchor Drag: A maze of canyons, arches small caverns provide enjoyable exploration of the lobsters, crabs, shrimp and puffer fish who live here North Golden Arches: The main attraction is a rock arch with scattered coral heads throughout the area South Golden Arches: A large rock arch with a sandy area, housing numerous marine animals Harlequin: A great spot for a deep dive to see large schools of fish Kaloko Arches: The main attractions here are the unique rock outcroppings and lava formations Turtle Pinnacle: One of best sites to find green sea turtles Eel Cove: Interesting and rapid drop - off for deep diving Thunder Reef: Good spot for viewing deep - water animals West Kaiwi: This dive site is one of the best for observing fish, with lots of coral and a nearby drop - off Please note: This is not an introductory drock arch with scattered coral heads throughout the area South Golden Arches: A large rock arch with a sandy area, housing numerous marine animals Harlequin: A great spot for a deep dive to see large schools of fish Kaloko Arches: The main attractions here are the unique rock outcroppings and lava formations Turtle Pinnacle: One of best sites to find green sea turtles Eel Cove: Interesting and rapid drop - off for deep diving Thunder Reef: Good spot for viewing deep - water animals West Kaiwi: This dive site is one of the best for observing fish, with lots of coral and a nearby drop - off Please note: This is not an introductory drock arch with a sandy area, housing numerous marine animals Harlequin: A great spot for a deep dive to see large schools of fish Kaloko Arches: The main attractions here are the unique rock outcroppings and lava formations Turtle Pinnacle: One of best sites to find green sea turtles Eel Cove: Interesting and rapid drop - off for deep diving Thunder Reef: Good spot for viewing deep - water animals West Kaiwi: This dive site is one of the best for observing fish, with lots of coral and a nearby drop - off Please note: This is not an introductory drock outcroppings and lava formations Turtle Pinnacle: One of best sites to find green sea turtles Eel Cove: Interesting and rapid drop - off for deep diving Thunder Reef: Good spot for viewing deep - water animals West Kaiwi: This dive site is one of the best for observing fish, with lots of coral and a nearby drop - off Please note: This is not an introductory dive.

Dive site description: This dive site is part of a large reef called «Punta Bella», recently discovered site with nice rock formations, swim through channels.

Similan Island number 8 is the largest in the chain and in its «Donald Duck Bay», named because the granite rock formations resemble the Disney character, there is a viewpoint well worth trekking up to for sweeping views of the islands.

These volcanic rock formations are home to a large variety of sea life, including white tip reef sharks, giant manta rays, eagle and devil rays, sea turtles, octopi, lion fish, moray eels and sea turtles.

In the gorge of the river Arpa, you can see an interesting rock formation, which is a huge hundred - meter monolith with large steps, rising to the top.

Joined to the mainland by a long, wooden causeway, the natural rock formations of Granite Island provide an ideal home for a large colony of Fairy Penguins.

Popular surf spot Devil's Rock, located directly in front of Tamraght village and clearly visible from Original Surf Morocco's roof terrace, is home to a large rock formatRock, located directly in front of Tamraght village and clearly visible from Original Surf Morocco's roof terrace, is home to a large rock formatrock formation.

Surfing: Close to Playa del Coco is one of the best surf spots in Costa Rica, Playa Naranjo and «Witch's Rock», the name given by locals for a large rocky formation just off the beach.

The grounds: Custom pool with two cascadas and various rock formations and big jacuzzi, shaded beach, large yoga platform, car port, 4,000 meters of mature tropical plantings, ornamentals and ample fruit trees (bananas, plantains, several varieties of Lemones, star fruit, guanabana, cashew fruit, tangerines, avocado, papaya, mamones, sweet and hot peppers)

There are cars standing still in places waiting for you to come up to them; there are large arcing speed - trap start points all over; and there are a good deal of rock wall / formations on the sides of roads stopping you from crossing land for a short - cut.

Each of the five worlds and unlockable sixth world have their own unique aesthetic such as the first world Techno Forest containing plenty of vegetation and trees, while the second world Crystal Mountain has snow falling and ice on the ground and the surroundings of the third world including large quantities of rock formations and magma pools.

As well as the large abstract landscapes, which themselves allude to figures in rock formations, there are some smaller works of rocks that are specifically presented as portraits, a series of Idol heads.

When it became clear that gas companies were successfully tapping the largest such rock formation in North America, the Marcellus shale, in December 2007, Pennsylvania State University geologist Terry Engelder did the calculations based on 54,000 square miles (14 million hectares) of rock he gauged to be the right geological age for gas prospecting.

The surreal natural formations of Turkey's Cappadocia region, where soft volcanic rocks have eroded over the eons into fanciful cones and spires, now have some serious man - made competition for tourist attention: The world's largest contemporary land art park, comprising 10 giant sculptures made out of more than 10,500 tons of stone.Australian sculptor Andrew Rogers picked this part of central Turkey for the latest installment of his five - continent «Rhythms of Life» art project due to its natural beauty and long history of settlement by many civilizations.

The Eagle Ford Shale in East Texas is one of the largest available sedimentary rock formation in the U.S. and one of the most productive regions in the country for oil and gas extraction companies.