Punakaiki blowhole - Limestone layering - Dolomite Point on the West Coast of New Zealand's South island is known as the Pancake Rocks - originally the limestone was laid down in softer and harder layers

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Punakaiki blowhole - Limestone layering - Dolomite Point on the West Coast of New Zealand's South island is known as the Pancake Rocks - originally the limestone was laid down in softer and harder layers

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Punakaiki blowhole - Limestone layering
Dolomite Point on the West Coast of New Zealand's South island is known as the Pancake Rocks
originally the limestone was laid down in softer and harder layers and subsequent erosion has formed the spectacular layering or pancake effect. When a strong westerly sea is running spray shoots up through various blowholes.
Don Hadden

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. Get ready to flip out over this mind-boggling geological masterpiece captured by Don Hadden! Behold the Punakaiki blowhole at Dolomite Point on New Zealand's South Island, where Mother Nature has cooked up a sensational stack of pancake-shaped limestone layers. This natural wonder is like no other breakfast you've ever seen! Imagine fluffy pancakes stacked high, but instead of maple syrup and butter, we have crashing waves and salty sea spray shooting through various blowholes. The result? A mesmerizing spectacle that will leave you craving more. The secret recipe behind these tantalizing rock formations lies in the softer and harder layers of limestone laid down over time. Erosion then worked its magic, sculpting this jaw-dropping layering effect that resembles a giant stack of pancakes fit for giants. So grab your spatula (or camera) and prepare to feast your eyes on this delectable display of nature's artistry. It's a visual treat that reminds us just how extraordinary our planet can be. Warning: Viewing this photo may cause intense cravings for pancakes or an uncontrollable desire to book a flight to New Zealand immediately. Proceed with caution – or better yet, pack some syrup before embarking on your journey!

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