凯恩维尔附近荒地的砂岩地层, 犹他州, 美国
凯恩维尔附近荒地的砂岩地层, 犹他州, 美国 (© Chris Moore/TANDEM Stills + Motion)
时间的波浪(Waves of time)
波浪状的砂岩山脊横跨美国犹他州的Caineville Badlands,类似于大自然在石头上的笔触。这些地层由细粒沉积物组成,这些沉积物沉积在古代河流三角洲和内陆海域,后来硬化成石头。随着时间的推移,侵蚀穿透了每一层,暴露出流动的波纹状图案。沉积层讲述了气候变化和古代景观的故事。在今天的图像中,这片贫瘠的土地可能看起来没有生命,但在早春,雨水会用紫色和黄色的小花覆盖地形。光影在一天中不断变化,为摄影师和游客提供了各种角度。虽然大部分地形仍然崎岖不平,但一些地区交通便利,游客无需费力徒步即可探索。
原文:
Wavy sandstone ridges stretch across the Caineville Badlands, Utah, United States, resembling nature's brushstrokes on stone. These formations are made of fine-grained sediment that settled in ancient river deltas and inland seas and later hardened into stone. Over time, erosion carved through the layers, exposing flowing, ripple-like patterns. The sedimentary layers tell a story of shifting climates and ancient landscapes. The barren land, seen in today's image, may appear lifeless, but during early spring, rainfall blankets the terrain with tiny purple and yellow flowers. Light and shadow shift throughout the day, offering photographers and visitors various angles. While much of the terrain remains rugged, some areas offer easy access, allowing visitors to explore without strenuous hiking.
《© Chris Moore/TANDEM Stills + Motion》