2023年11月 - 星空迷

佩霍湖，百内国家公园，智利南部 Lake Pehoé, Torres del Paine National Park, Chile (© OST/Getty Images)

照亮你忧郁的心 Shine a light into your blues

佩霍湖，百内国家公园，智利南部

蓝绿色的湖面上倒映着蔚蓝的天空，周围是嶙峋的山峰和郁郁葱葱的森林，这就是佩霍湖。这个冰川湖坐落在智利南部的百内国家公园内，是大自然的杰作。佩霍湖周围那高耸入云的百内犄角山（因形状酷似牛角而得名）和百内山丘也是一道特别的风景线。佩霍湖的湖水呈现出独特的绿松石蓝，是因为水中悬浮着被称为冰川粉或岩粉的细小岩石颗粒和矿物质。据说“Paine”（百内）一词源于特维尔切语，意为“蓝色”。1978年，百内国家公园被联合国教科文组织认定为生物圈保护区，其面积达700平方英里。徒步、划船、观星……公园里有许多精彩的游玩项目，带上你的冒险精神，向南出发，来一段“告别忧郁”之旅吧！

Lake Pehoé, Torres del Paine National Park, Chile

Turquoise waters surrounded by jagged peaks and lush forests—that's Lake Pehoé for you. Nestled in Torres del Paine National Park, Chile, this glacial lake reflects the towering peaks of the Cuernos del Paine, pictured here bathed in the sun's rays. The lake gets its color from finely ground rock particles and minerals, known as glacial flour, suspended in the water. The word 'paine,' pronounced pie-neh, in the park’s name is believed to have its roots in a Tehuelche word meaning 'blue' while 'torres' means towers. The park is named after three striking granite peaks that reach up to 8,200 feet above sea level but boasts many other spectacular mountains. At 700 square miles, Torres del Paine is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with a huge amount to offer visitors, from hiking and kayaking to stargazing. So, pack your sense of adventure and head south to beat the blues.

石英岩地层，普拉亚德尔锡伦西奥，西班牙 Quartzite formation, Playa del Silencio, Asturias, Spain (© Jean-Philippe Delobelle/Minden Pictures)

宁静之地 A quiet place, indeed

普拉亚德尔锡伦西奥，西班牙

西班牙的阿斯图里亚斯地区以其自然美景、丰富的艺术遗产和美食而闻名。此外，该地区还有许多隐藏的“宝藏”，照片上的“寂静海滩”就是其中之一。寂静海滩是一个贝壳形状的小海湾，该地不仅环境清幽，还有一个天然的露天岩石剧场。海滩远离市区，没有商业气息和喧闹的人群。在这里，险峻的悬崖和金色的沙滩是散心冥想的理想之地，而附近的洞穴和水上活动则为渴望冒险的游客提供了刺激的体验。

海岸线上的地质奇观是由石英岩历经数百万年才形成的：当石英颗粒逐渐取代原始岩石并保持其纹理时，这一壮丽的景观也就随之出现了。这些岩石有着复杂的花纹和颜色，其中一些看起来就像古旧的木头。

Playa del Silencio, Spain

Spain's Asturias region, known for its greenery, artistic legacy, and excellent food, has many hidden gems. Our homepage image shows Playa del Silencio, or Beach of Silence, a shell-shaped cove with a natural rock amphitheater. Far away from urban areas and noisy crowds, the beach enjoys a sense of isolation and solitude. Rugged cliffs surround golden sands perfect for soaking up its peaceful vibes, while nearby caves and water activities provide exciting adventures for those who crave them.

The rocky shoreline seen here is made of quartzite, formed over millions of years. This spectacular display was created when quartz grains gradually replaced the original rock while maintaining its texture. With their intricate patterns and colors, some of these rocks resemble ancient wood.

恶水盆地的盐滩，死亡谷国家公园，加利福尼亚州，美国 Salt flats in Badwater Basin, Death Valley National Park, California (© Jim Patterson/Tandem Stills + Motion)

这里，此生值得一去 This park is worth its salt

死亡谷国家公园，加利福尼亚州

沙漠烈日下，恶水盆地的盐滩绵延数英里，在加利福尼亚死亡谷国家公园内熠熠生辉。这里是北美海拔最低的地方，海报高度为-282英尺。在这个仿佛异世界般的景色中，坚硬的矿物表面像镜子一样闪闪发光，炙热的高温在上面跳舞，空气中也掀起了涟漪。盐滩由氯化钠、硼砂和其他矿物质组成，脆弱的外壳下隐藏着一层危险的泥浆层。如果冒险越过盐滩，爬上山坡，站在海拔近5500英尺的丹特观景台上，便可以看到恶水盆地的全景景观。死亡谷国家公园以其超现实的景观，为游客提供了一种真正独特的体验。尽管条件最为恶劣，但仍有一种奇特的美在这里绽放。

Death Valley National Park, California

Stretching for miles below the desert sun, the salt flats of Badwater Basin shine in Death Valley National Park, California. This sweltering spot is the lowest point of elevation in North America, 282 feet below sea level. In this otherworldly landscape, the hardened mineral surface glistens like a mirror as the scorching heat dances upon it, creating rippling waves in the air. Composed of sodium chloride, borax, and other minerals, the flats' brittle crust conceals a treacherous mud layer beneath. For those who venture beyond the flats and up a mountainside, Dante's View reveals a panoramic view of Badwater Basin from a height of nearly 5,500 feet. With its surreal landscapes, Death Valley National Park serves up unique beauty in the harshest of conditions.

你知道“阿尔萨斯之眼”吗？ Did you know the "Eye of Alsace"?

上巴尔城堡，孚日省

上巴尔城堡是一座位于阿尔萨斯北部，海拔450米的中世纪堡垒。它建于1170年，几个世纪以来经历了重大改造和修复。该城堡的建造由斯特拉斯堡的主教发起，旨在监视佐恩山谷和阿尔萨斯平原，因此被赋予了富有诗意的绰号“阿尔萨斯之眼”。天气晴朗时，甚至可以看到斯特拉斯堡大教堂的尖顶。

这座城堡建在三块岩石上，由一座被称为“魔鬼桥”的桥梁连接起来。相传这座桥是由魔鬼建造的，因为普通人很难造出如此坚固的桥梁。在传说中，一个化身为小贩的魔鬼出现在城堡入口，提出可以帮助建造这座桥。但作为交换，他要向第一个过桥的生物索要灵魂。为了避免牺牲人类的灵魂，据说主教们派了一只动物先过桥。看来，即使是魔鬼有时也敌不过人类的智慧。

Haut-Barr Castle, Vosges

Haut-Barr Castle is a medieval fortress situated at an altitude of 450 meters (1,476 ft), in northern Alsace. Built in 1170, it underwent significant transformations and restorations during the centuries. Its construction was initiated by the bishops of Strasbourg with the purpose of overseeing the Zorn Valley and the Alsace plain, earning it the evocative nickname "the eye of Alsace." On a clear day, it is possible to catch a glimpse of the spire of Strasbourg Cathedral.

The castle, constructed on three rocks, is connected by a bridge, known as "the Devil's Bridge." Legend has it that its construction is attributed to the devil as it would have been impossible for anyone to build such a sturdy bridge. The tale goes that a devil disguised as a peddler appeared at the castle's entrance and offered his services to build the bridge. In exchange, he asked for the soul of the first creature to cross it. To avoid sacrificing a human soul, the bishops reportedly sent an animal to cross the bridge first. Even the devil sometimes struggles to compete with the deceit of others!