22 June 2014

Standley Chasm, Northern Territory

Almost 3,000 kms from home, Standley Chasm was another of the wonderful destinations visited recently.

It's not easy choosing which photos to share here, being mindful of offering too much information, or 'overload'.  Though, I still want to impart the real feeling or essence of the location too.  Hope you can enjoy this virtual walk with me. Shame you missed out though, on the hot cuppa and cherry slice with chocolate layered top, before the group started out.

let's step through here...

 looking up for a moment,(again), at those awesome Ghost Gums thriving as they do, on the ridge tops

and the hillside, dotted with Cycads





over this...looking like 'steps' on the right, let's take those...



Tour coach driver Ray, (left), dwarfed by the gigantic chasm walls over the dry river bed



Danger - do not pass this point

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25 comments:

Jeanne said...

Carole these are gorgeous and very colorful rock formations

Irma said...

Hi Carole.
This is a nice walk, I have also walked virtually.
What a beautiful rock formation and the gap between the rocks is really great.
Best regards, Irma

Unknown said...

Carole, such beautiful colours and contrasts in the rocks and vegetation. This is my kind of country.

diane b said...

The essence of Oz. Lovely colours and amazing formations. Your lovely photos bring back memories.

The Furry Gnome said...

What an incredible land scape!

Elizabeth Edwards said...

amazing!! that is one determined little tree on top of that rock. i love that!! ( :

EG CameraGirl said...

My kinda place to explore! I love these photos!

grammie g said...

Hi Carole... Amazing territory, hard to believe anything could grow there!! That tree is awesome!!

Grace

Bob Bushell said...

Tremendous, the loneliness of tree. And the rocks bursting through, great photos Carole.

John @ Beans and I on the Loose said...

I am really enjoying this series.

Sue (this n that) said...

Fabulous to see it all again through your eyes Carole. Those mighty rocks are just mind-blowing.
The colours are beautiful. A really special part of Australia :D)
Your photos are wonderful too.

Lisa Gordon said...

What a beautiful place this is, Carole.
Most definitely a place to be with a camera. :-)

Wishing you a wonderful week, ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Love the awesome rock formations. Gorgeous landscapes! What a great place to visit.. Wonderful photos.

Holly Myers said...

An interesting walk!

Al said...

What an amazing place - those rock walls are huge, with just that tiny place to walk between them. I'd want to go past the danger sign!

K V V S MURTHY said...

Amazing rock formation..really great pics shared...!

Valerie said...

Wonderfully colourful images, Carole. I bet it was a remarkable trip.

Jim said...

Of beauty rich and rare.
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Made by KKann said...

Wow - what a beautiful trip!

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous shots and lovely scenery!

chai-and-chardonnay.blogspot.com said...

What a unique place ! My favourite shot is the second one. such a great perspective.

Rajlakshmi said...

Looks like a wonderful place to go for hiking :) Lovely captures.

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Kay said...

Didn't you feel overwhelmed by these rock formations? Love it!

Laura said...

I love your photos! Also, the cool blog photos of AUSTRALIA spelled out in rocks!
hugs, Laura

FAB said...

Fabulous scenery Carole. Good to know you topped up on the calories before the walk!