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15-JAN-2010

The Dallol Depression, also called Danakil Depression, is a desert with some areas that are more than 100 meters (328 feet) below sea level. This is special because it is one of the lowest points on earth not covered by water. There are hot yellow sulfur fields among the sparkling white salt beds.

Heat isn't the only thing people feel in the Dallol Depression. Alarming earth tremors are frequently felt. There are also several active volcanoes. Temperatures can reach as high as 145 degrees Fahrenheit (63 degrees Celsius) in the sun.


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Danad22-Jun-2024 13:38
A terrific landscape !
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Yiannis Pavlis03-Jan-2011 04:09
Beautiful image, marvellous details and colours!
Hodero29-Jul-2010 19:18
Like going through a beautiful hell !
Carl and Racine Erland27-May-2010 14:37
Amazing image...thanks for the added info! - Racine