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Its restaurant near the reception area called Bali Tower Bistro offers sweeping birds» eye - views over the canopies, bay and volcanic peaks of neighbouring Java.

Hiking is another of the main attractions here, with some excellent trails in the nearby canyon of Las Angustias, as well as inland amid the stunning volcanic peaks of the Caldera de Taburiente national park and the Cumbre Vieja nature reserve.

Pedal along the forested shores of Great Lake Taupo and admire the volcanic peaks of Tongariro National Park on the Great Lake Trail.

During a private cruise on beautiful Lake Taupo, take in views of the volcanic peaks of Tongariro National Park and perhaps try fishing for the lake's abundant trout.

The rugged volcanic peaks of the Glass House Mountains are listed on the Queensland and National heritage registers as a landscape of national importance due to their cultural significance to the area's traditional Aboriginal owners, the Gubbi Gubbi people.

Tenerife, crowned by the volcanic peak of Mount Teide, is surrounded by crystal - clear waters, and features a fantastic choice of resorts to suit all travellers.

Not exact matches

Réunion, about 500 miles east of Madagascar, is volcanic in origin and extremely mountainous, with peaks over ten thousand feet high.

Arizona has many noteworthy physical contrasts, ranging from long - spanning deserts to volcanic peaks and some of the world's most famous canyons.

Over the course of time, this may have led to peaks in deep mantle melting and possibly to major volcanic events at the Earth's surface.

«We estimate that the peak activity for the volcanic field at the summit of Arsia Mons probably occurred approximately 150 million years ago — the late Jurassic period on Earth — and then died out around the same time as Earth's dinosaurs,» said Jacob Richardson, a postdoctoral researcher at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland.

Over the history of the planet, there have been many sudden peaks in CO2 related to volcanic eruptions, releases from hydrothermal vents, and other natural events.

The height of exploration may have occurred at the peak of cooling: Starting in the late 16th century, a series of volcanic eruptions likely chilled the Northern Hemisphere by as much as 1.8 degrees Celsius below the long - term average, White says.

During Mount Saint Helens's May 18, 1980, eruption, the top 1,300 feet of the volcano crumbled, initiating a steam - powered blast that tore off the peak's north flank and sent more than 5 billion cubic feet of volcanic mud flowing into nearby river channels.

At its peak, Cantona, located in a dry, volcanic basin (La Cuenca Oriental) east of today's Mexico City, was one of the largest cities in the New World, with 90,000 inhabitants.

Recent inspection of the sulfate records from the European project for ice coring in Antarctica's dronning maud land (EDML) ice core reveals sulfate peaks that have been correlated to presumed YTT sulfate peaks in the North Greenland ice core project (NGRIP) and GISP2 ice cores; however, once again no volcanic material has been identified (18).

One example that I wasn't previously aware of, were the climate events of 536 AD — «dry fogs», crop failures, «dim suns» and yellow snow etc. — features consistent with a large volcanic eruption, possibly near the site of Krakatoa — and which correlates with evidence of a sulphate peak in the North GRIP ice core at the same time.

Venus Express, ESA, JPL, NASA Larger thermal and radar, composite image of volcanic peak Idunn Mons.

The San Francisco Peaks are a volcanic mountain range in north central Arizona, just north of Flagstaff and a remnant of the former San Francisco Mountain.

Red Mountain, the volcanic peak at the center of the island, «appears inaccessible,» says redditor FloorBelow, «though the northern ashlands around Urshilaku are [accessible] along with Molag Amur.»

Indonesia's province of West Java covers roughly one third of the entire island — you guessed it, the western bit — and this tremendously diverse environment encompasses high - density urban zones, dramatic volcanic peaks, rich colonial heritage, impressive national parks, bounteous agricultural regions, beautiful beaches, and is home to the proud Sundanese people who are endowed with unique cultural and artistic traditions.

One of the great pleasures of this beautiful island is to visit the many different beaches, but while St Barths covers a diminutive 8 square miles its volcanic peaks make it quite necessary to have a car.

After a short but steep climb through the woods, we were soon surrounded by the volcanic peaks and folds of the mountains, a fairy world of green and black.

Bali, Indonesia, «Island of Gods» is renowned for its spectacular and diverse natural scenery encompassing volcanic peaks, steeply terraced rice fields, vast sweeping tropical beaches, dense forests and lush gardens.

Visiting the Azores means getting in touch with nature, seeing gorgeous volcanic landscapes with glistening lakes at the bottom of green - lined calderas, dangerous peaks that fall into the sea, intriguing caves that hide surprising secrets, lava tunnels that lead deep into the heart of the earth and awe - inspiring mountain trails that guide you to otherworldly craters.

WHAT IT»S LIKE: Yoga practitioners and nature buffs flock to the rugged, volcanic - sand shore of Alila Manggis, an hour east of touristy Kuta's nightclubs and adjacent to Mount Agung, an active volcano considered Bali's most sacred peak.

The Islands of Tahiti are either volcanic peaks ringed by coral reefs, or low - lying atolls made up of coral reefs.

In contrast to the volcanic peaks and lush green vegetation of the majority of the archipelago, Sumba has a landscape of mainly dry and arid limestone hills, and the best time to visit is during the dry season between May and September.

Then take in the rugged beauty, dramatic volcanic peaks and tumbling waterfalls of our World Heritage Site, the Pitons, Cirques and Ramparts of La Réunion.

In addition to an abundance of local crafts and traditions for travellers to discover, there are breath - taking natural environments to explore including lush rainforest and the island's famous two volcanic peaks, the Pitons.

Guest of La Iguana Perdida are able to learn to dive in a volcanic lake, swim or kayak, study Spanish with local teachers, hike to waterfalls, or scale volcanic peaks.

The route spans 500 miles between California and Oregon and has views of dramatic volcanic landscapes, including nearby Lassen Peak.

Yoga practitioners and nature buffs flock to the volcanic - sand shore of Alila Manggis, an hour east of the trendy Seminyak beach resorts and adjacent to Mount Agung, an active volcano considered Bali's most sacred peak.

The volcanic landscape of the archipelago with the sugar hat peaks and shallow reefs, the green jungles and the dry highlands, all of this is simply spectacular to watch from above.

Crystal clear, aqua blue lagoons... Palm - fringed, white sandy beaches... Lush, jagged volcanic peaks... The islands of French Polynesia are the epitome of a tropical paradise.

Experience British Columbia's supernatural beauty with this eagle's eye flight over the majestic glaciers, rugged peaks, unique volcanic formations and lush alpine meadows that surround the turquoise waters of mile - high Garibaldi Lake.

Over the greater part of a year, we saw SO MUCH: mist - shrouded fjords, penguins & sea lions, the country's tallest peak, & steaming volcanic landscapes.

And Indonesia's Bali Island is ready to greet Chinese visitors during the upcoming Spring Festival, following the volcanic peak's eruptions at the end of last year.

The dramatic skyline of peaks and jagged volcanic plugs which tower over the highland plateaux of the Simien Mountains compete with rugged gorges and deep gullies to form what is, arguably, the mos...

A dazzling waterfall tumbles off of Donoho Peak, separating the two glaciers; rising beyond it, the perennially snowcapped, 16,390 - foot Mount Blackburn is one of the park's most spectacular volcanic massifs.

Reunion is a geological wonder full of volcanic peaks, deep ravines, tumbling waterfalls and emerald forests.

Known for its stunning diversity of flora and fauna, this national park is home to two volcanoes, the Rincon de la Vieja and the Santa Maria, as well as six different volcanic peaks, and thirty two rivers and streams.

Quito — The historical capital of Ecuador and a UNESCO heritage site, this city sits amongst volcanic peaks, is 2850m above sea level and it's cobbled streets are filled with Spanish flair.

Bali: Spa Village Tembok This secluded luxury spa in beautiful Bali blends exquisitely into the island's natural landscape of lush vegetation, spectacular volcanic peaks, and a unique black - sand beach.

Home to bungalows perched atop glowing and tranquil turquoise waters with views of majestic peaks of dark volcanic rock or seemingly endless stretches of pristine white sand beaches

If you're looking for hiking there are hundreds of little volcanic peaks to choose from, including Monuriki, which you might recognise from the film Castaway, and Waya's sheer balsatic peaks.

During a guided kayaking excursion, watch for brown pelicans and blue - footed boobies while savoring views of the island's sloping volcanic peak.

You'll paddle past towering volcanic peaks, miles of unexplored beaches and forests of giant cardon cactus.

Bali, Indonesia, «Island of Gods» is renowned for its striking and diverse natural beauty encompassing volcanic peaks, pristine tropical beaches, steeply terraced rice fields, dense forests and lush gardens.

Along the way, spot koalas, kangaroos and even whales, zip - line your way through a treetop canopy, climb to the peak of a volcanic crater, and relax in one of the many beach and Cliffside restaurants.

Gaze at the marvel of Morro Rock, an extinct volcanic peak that rises 576 feet above the bay.