Nature Fountain Photo

Photographer’s Note

The Lady Knox Geyser is a geyser in the Wai-o-Tapu area of the Taupo Volcanic Zone in New Zealand. It is named after Lady Constance Knox, the second daughter of Uchter Knox, 15th Governor of New Zealand. The geyser is induced to erupt daily at 10:15am by dropping soap into the opening of the vent. Eruptions produce a jet of water reaching up to 20m and can last for over an hour. The visible spout is made of rocks placed around the base of the spring to enhance the eruption; over the years silica from the eruptions has built up to give a white cone-shaped appearance.

Because the geyser was discovered early in the 20th century, it has no Māori name, unlike almost every other thermal feature in the region.

(Wikipedia)

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tola_ch2004 (496) 2008-01-29 7:22 [Comment]

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Matthew-Watt (4465) 2008-01-29 19:39

Hi Pradeep,

I have seen this Geyser also, and have several photos of it. Due to the overcast sky in my images, there is not a good contrast between the sky and the jet of water. I heard that was accidentally discovered when some early settlers in the area were washing their clothes in the natural hot water pools and then the eruption occurred. It was a great thing to witness, and I am glad this photo can present it well. It was funny to see a sort of arena seating arrangement placed around it - here it looks so natural. Well done.

Matt

Photo Information

Copyright: Pradeep Ballal (ballaln) (400)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-01-03
Categories: Nature
Camera: Canon EOS Rebel XS, 19-35mm f3.5-4.5 AF, Fuji Sensia 100, 77 mm circular polariser,HOYA
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2008-01-29 6:41