The area seen above is known as Kamchatka, Russia. It is one of the most geologically and volcanically active areas in the world. In addition it is also home to one of natures most rare phenomenon, geysers. These geysers provide valuable nutrients to the frozen tundra surrounding the area and play a large part in the development of the unique ecosystem. The rocky areas of Kamchatka are home to vast fields of basalt, a volcanic rock. Usually these rocks only occur in shades of grey or black however due to concentrations of unique chemicals deposited by geysers they take on all manner of colors.
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