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怀阿纳帕纳帕州立公园的黑沙滩，茂宜岛，夏威夷，美国 (© Matt Anderson Photography/Getty Images)

热带天堂的黑沙滩

怀阿纳帕纳帕州立公园，茂宜岛，夏威夷

黑色沙滩通常是怎样形成的？有两种情况：第一种情况，海浪冲刷海滩时，深色的、较重的矿物质留了下来；第二种情况则发生在怀阿纳帕纳帕州立公园的这片沙滩，玄武岩（一种黑色的火山岩）被海浪侵蚀成细小的颗粒，形成了令人惊叹的黑色沙滩。你可以在茂宜岛东侧，哈纳之路的尽头找到这个海滩。类似的黑沙滩遍布世界各地，包括阿拉斯加、加利福尼亚、希腊、哥斯达黎加、意大利、冰岛、印度尼西亚和新西兰等地。

大峡谷国家公园的南凯巴布步道，亚利桑那州，美国 South Kaibab Trail in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona (© Roman Khomlyak/Getty Images)

一睹最壮观的峡谷 A glimpse of the grandest of canyons

大峡谷国家公园，美国亚利桑那州

今天是美国国家步道日，也是远足的最佳时机，也提醒大家要保护远足路线，让每个人都能享受这份快乐。想找个绝佳的地方活动活动吗？今天照片里位于大峡谷的南凯巴布步道就是个好去处。这条路线从被称为“烟囱”的急转弯开始，通向一个陡峭狭窄的下坡路，等待你的将是一次令人振奋的旅程。新鲜空气和运动可以改善你的情绪和睡眠，增强体力和耐力，并降低患心脏病的风险。此外，环境的变化还可以激发创造力，启发新思路。

National Trails Day

Today is a great day to take a hike! Each year, National Trails Day brings together nature lovers, government agencies, and businesses to preserve hiking trails for everyone to enjoy. Looking for a stunning spot to stretch your legs? We suggest South Kaibab Trail in the Grand Canyon, seen here. The trail starts with a series of switchbacks known as 'The Chimney,' which leads to a steep, narrow descent—prepare for an invigorating workout! All that hard work will pay off though—fresh air and exertion can boost your mood, improve sleep, and reduce the risk of heart disease. Not to mention the panoramic views you can enjoy from the trail's scenic viewpoints.

沙丘中的南非剑羚，纳米比亚 Gemsbok (Oryx gazella) in sand dunes, Namibia (© Sergey Gorshkov/Alamy)

被沙海包围 Surrounded by a sea of sand

纳米比亚沙丘上的南非剑羚

“生命总会找到出路。”虽然《侏罗纪公园》中的马尔科姆博士是在谈论恐龙繁殖，但这句话也适用于生命如何在地球上最恶劣的环境中存活。极端生物是一种可以生活在极端环境下的生物，包括高温、低温或其他超出生命所能适应的条件。例如，在寒冷的北极地区，企鹅和北极熊可以生存；在炎热的沙漠中，骆驼可以不喝一滴水存活几个月；在高酸高温高压的海洋环境中，海洋微生物依然可以茁壮成长。

Gemsbok in Namibian sand dunes

To quote Jurassic Park's Dr. Malcolm: 'Life, uh, finds a way.' Animals and plants are found in some of Earth's most inhospitable places, from penguins and polar bears in the freezing Arctic to camels in scalding deserts. This lonely gemsbok, seen here in sand dunes in Namibia, is used to living in an inhospitable environment. Also known as the oryx, it is native to the arid regions of Southern Africa, especially around the Namib and Kalahari deserts. The gemsbok does not need to drink much water, instead finding hydration in the vegetation it grazes upon—including wild tsamma melons and cucumbers. When vegetation is sparse, they can dig deep to find roots and tubers to supplement their diet.

大堡礁的航拍图，澳大利亚 Aerial image of the Great Barrier Reef, Australia (© AirPano LLC/Amazing Aerial Agency)

一望无际的湛蓝 Blue as far as the eye can see

大堡礁，澳大利亚

澳大利亚的大堡礁是世界上最大的珊瑚礁，沿澳大利亚海岸蔓延1430英里。许多海洋生物生活在这个珊瑚礁生态系统中，包括鲸鱼、海豚、海龟以及1500多种鱼类。遗憾的是，这处世界自然遗产正受到气候变化、污染和过度捕捞的威胁。每年的六月一日是世界珊瑚礁日，旨在让人们意识到海洋珊瑚礁系统的脆弱性和重要性，提醒我们每一个人、每一个组织和企业保护这些宝藏、维持自然的平衡。

World Reef Awareness Day

The Great Barrier Reef runs for 1,430 miles along Australia's northeastern coast, providing a home for thousands of species, including more than 1,500 types of fish. Here, you'll find whales, dolphins, turtles, sharks, dugongs, and algae, all living together in a delicate ecosystem that relies on the coral reef. Sadly, climate change and pollution threaten this iconic site, the largest reef in the world. On June 1, we observe World Reef Awareness Day to remind people of the importance of safeguarding coral reefs, which provide food and shelter for about 25% of all marine life, to maintain the balance of nature.

埃莫海滩，玛丽埃塔斯群岛，巴亚尔塔港，墨西哥 Playa del Amor in the Marietas Islands, off the coast of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (© ferrantraite/Getty Images)

墨西哥的隐秘海滩 Secluded sands in Mexico

埃莫海滩，玛丽埃塔斯群岛，墨西哥

这张绝美的照片是在埃莫海滩拍摄的，这里又被称为“隐秘海滩”，位于墨西哥巴亚尔塔港西北处的偏远海岛，这里以其纯净的美景和独特的地貌而闻名。这处海滩只能通过一个自然侵蚀形成的隧道到达。沙滩和周围的岩壁组成了一个仰望天空的天窗，碧蓝的天空、绿松石色的海水、长满鲜花的崖壁相互映衬，景色独一无二。埃莫海滩又称“爱情海滩”，已经是一个热门的旅游目的地，但是为了保护这里的自然风景和生态环境，当地限制了游客数量。

Playa del Amor, Marietas Islands, Mexico

This gorgeous shot was taken at Playa del Amor—aka Hidden Beach—a remote destination off the coast of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, known for its pristine beauty. To get to it, visitors need to take a boat toward the mouth of Banderas Bay at the base of the Marietas Islands. Once there, they swim through a tunnel at low tide to reach the beach. The walls hide a sandy cove, where the turquoise waters contrast with flora-laden cliffs that perfectly frame the blue sky overhead. Playa del Amor (Lovers' Beach) is popular among tourists, but the number of visitors is limited to preserve its natural beauty and ecosystem.

萨克马兰大湾，瓜德罗普岛国家公园，小安的列斯群岛 Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin, Guadeloupe National Park, Lesser Antilles (© Hemis/Alamy)

人间天堂 A veritable little paradise

瓜德罗普岛国家公园，小安的列斯群岛

瓜德罗普是一个十多个洒满阳光的岛屿组成的群岛，可以提供各种各样的度假选择，有无人海滩也有丛林密布的高山。瓜德罗普国家公园是法国海外领地瓜德罗普的一处国家公园，位于东加勒比海地区的背风群岛。萨克马兰大湾自然保护区是与国家公园相邻的一处海洋保护区，和国家公园一起受统一管理。瓜德罗普国家公园大致可以被分成三种生态系统：热带雨林、海岸森林和红树林。

乌布的德格拉朗梯田，印度尼西亚 Tegallalang terrace farms in Ubud, Bali, Indonesia (© Cavan Images/Adobe Stock)

俯瞰层叠的梯田 Hovering over harmonious horticulture

德格拉朗梯田，巴厘岛，印度尼西亚

稻米在巴厘岛文化中扮演着重要角色，特加拉朗梯田是巴厘岛最著名的稻田之一。德格拉朗梯田利用独特的供水系统进行水稻种植，优化了水的配置及使用。传统的巴厘岛灌溉系统，被称为苏巴克（Subak），效率极高，目前已被联合国教科文组织列为世界遗产。从空中俯瞰特加拉朗梯田，田野风光令人惊叹。如果你要去巴厘岛，一定要去特加拉朗梯田看看。

Tegallalang terrace farms in Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

Sweeping downhill in our homepage image are the famous rice terraces of Tegallalang, one of Bali's most popular tourist attractions. They are carved into the side of a valley near the town of Ubud and use the traditional Subak irrigation system, which dates back to the 9th century. Bali's rivers and streams provide year-round water for its crops but here people work hand-in-hand with nature, and a network of irrigation channels distribute water to each paddy field. They carefully tend rice plants during the growing season, as generations have done before them, before harvesting and distributing the rice between the community. The Subak system is so important in Balinese culture, it has been recognised by UNESCO. These terraces offer visitors panoramic views over the surrounding rice fields and lush landscape, as well as a picturesque example of people living in harmony with nature.

纳米比亚的植物 Quiver trees in Namibia (© Fotofeeling/DEEPOL by plainpicture)

伸向天空 Stretching to the sky

纳米比亚的箭袋树

箭袋树是一种罕见的植物，生长于气候恶劣干旱的纳米比亚。有趣的是，箭袋树其实根本不是树，而是一种高度濒危的芦荟植物，属于多肉植物。当地土著桑人会将箭袋树的枝干掏空，做成箭袋在狩猎时使用，故名箭袋树。如果你在纳米比亚的冬季（5月到7月）参观箭袋树森林，就能欣赏到这些独特的植物开出鲜黄的花朵。

Quiver trees in Namibia

The quiver trees pictured on our homepage are uniquely suited to Namibia's hot, dry climate. They are not trees at all, but an endangered species of aloe plant. These succulents can grow up to 30 feet tall and live for 200 years. The name comes from the Indigenous San people who made quivers out of the plant's tube-shaped branches to hold their arrows while hunting. You can see scattered quiver trees across southern Namibia, but for sheer numbers, head to the Quiver Tree Forest, where more than 200 of these distinctive plants grow among dolerite rock formations outside the city of Keetmanshoop. In June and July, during Namibia's winter, you can see the plant's flowers in bright, yellow bloom.

在废墟中寻找美 Finding beauty in ruins

西沙瓦寺，素可泰历史公园里，泰国

历史悠久的素可泰镇是古代重要的大都市中心，也是泰国最迷人的目的地之一。素可泰（Sukhothai）意为“幸福的黎明”，是繁荣社区和建筑技艺完美融合的典范。历史公园周围环绕着湖泊、草坪和郁郁葱葱的树木。公园里有一座古代宫殿和26座雄伟寺庙的遗迹，包括今天这张照片中的西沙瓦寺。这座寺庙是公园的主要景点之一，融合了华富里的建筑设计和印度教的风格。素可泰镇及其周围建筑被联合国教科文组织列为世界遗产。如果你想体验泰国丰富的文化，那就去素可泰历史公园吧。

Wat Sri Sawai in Sukhothai Historical Park, Thailand

Welcome to Sukhothai Historical Park, one of Thailand's most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage sites. The park is dotted with ancient temples, the remains of a palace, and towering Buddha statues—within its boundaries is the historic town of Sukhothai, an important metropolitan hub in the 13th and 14th centuries. The name translates as 'the dawn of happiness' and you can spend many happy hours here, strolling among the beautiful lawns, trees, and lakes. The temple on our homepage is Wat Sri Sawai, one of the oldest on the site, founded in the late 12th or early 13th century. Sukhothai was the capital of the first Kingdom of Siam more than 700 years ago and this historic site continues to offer a window onto what is sometimes seen as a golden age of Thai civilization.

童话照进现实 Straight out of a fairy tale

萨克森，法罗群岛，丹麦

萨克森位于法罗群岛的斯特雷莫伊海岸，是一个偏远的小村庄，以其童话般的美景而闻名。它坐落在风景如画的山谷中，旁边是清澈的泻湖，两侧群山环绕，屋顶覆盖着绿油油的草皮。萨克森人烟稀少，人口不到15人，甚至这里瀑布的数量都比常住人口数量多。

萨克森的美丽和宁静令人着迷。虽然没有法罗群岛首府托尔斯港的繁华热闹，但萨克森绿意盎然、宁静清幽，自有一番超凡脱俗的意境。

Saksun, Faroe Islands, Denmark

Nestled in a picturesque valley next to a lagoon flanked by mountains, Saksun is a small, remote village famous for its stunning vistas. It is situated on the coast of Streymoy in the remote Faroe Islands, which sit about halfway between Iceland and Scotland in the North Atlantic. Home to these iconic houses with turf roofs and a tiny population—estimates vary between 8 and 30—it is said that there are more waterfalls in Saksun, than houses.

There's something to be said about the beauty of Saksun and its power to hypnotize visitors with its peaceful atmosphere. It is a far cry from the relatively bustling streets of Tórshavn, the capital of the islands. With greenery as far as the eye can see, Saksun provides an almost otherworldly sense of solitude.

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