Steam rises from layered silica terraces as geothermal water flows slowly over mineral-rich rock at Te Puia in Rotorua. The pale greys and chalky whites of the terraces contrast with subtle ochre stains, revealing the constant interaction between heat, water, and earth beneath the surface. This image captures the raw, active nature of the geothermal landscape, shaped continuously by volcanic forces and time.

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