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约书亚树国家公园，加利福尼亚州，美国 Joshua Tree National Park, California (© Chris Moore - Exploring Light Photography/TANDEM Stills + Motion)

星空下的约书亚树 Joshua under a starry blanket

约书亚树国家公园，加利福尼亚州

加利福尼亚州约书亚树国家公园的历史早在1936年8月10日成为国家纪念碑之前就开始了。它位于莫哈维沙漠和科罗拉多沙漠的交汇处，数千年来一直是各种文化的家园。该地最早的居民是来自平托文化的人，他们在公元前8000年到4000年生活在这里。几个世纪后，卡惠拉人、塞拉诺人和切梅惠维人也开始在这片土地上生活。与公园同名的约书亚树生长在占地1242平方英里的土地上。尽管它们的名字是“树”，但它们并不是真正的树，而是一种多肉植物。它们原产于美国西南部和墨西哥北部，可以长到40英尺高。

今天，约书亚树国家公园邀请冒险家们来探索它的地形。这里有很多供你选择的地方，你既可以徒步穿越隐秘的峡谷，参观仙人掌花园，也可以去探索令人惊叹的骷髅岩。到了晚上，这个公园会变成观星者的天堂，正如今天的图片所示的那样。无论你是寻求冒险或片刻的宁静，约书亚树都在开阔的天空下等你。

Joshua Tree National Park, California

Happy anniversary, Joshua Tree National Park! This Californian icon was made a national monument on August 10, 1936. At the meeting point of the Mojave and Colorado Deserts, it has been home to various cultures for thousands of years. Its earliest known residents were people from the Pinto Culture, who lived here from 8000 to 4000 BCE. Centuries later, this land was inhabited by the native Cahuilla, Serrano, and Chemehuevi peoples. Its namesake, the Joshua tree, has also put down roots across this 1,242-square-mile park. This striking plant, pictured on our homepage, is not really a tree, but rather a kind of succulent. Native to the Southwest US and northern Mexico, Joshua trees can grow up to 40 feet tall.

Whether it's hiking through Hidden Valley, visiting the Cholla Cactus Garden, or marveling at Skull Rock, this national park has a lot to offer. By night, it becomes a stargazer's paradise. So, whether you seek adventure, or a moment of tranquility, Joshua Tree awaits with open skies.

圣约瑟夫北码头内灯和外灯，密歇根州，美国 St. Joseph North Pier Inner and Outer Lights, Michigan (© Kenneth Keifer/Getty Images)

不止是航海需要它 More than nautical necessity

圣约瑟夫北码头内灯和外灯，密歇根州

昏暗的黄昏中，灯塔点亮了密歇根湖与圣约瑟夫河的交汇处。19世纪，密歇根湖上修建了两座码头，它们分别位于圣约瑟夫河河口的两侧，以帮助保护上游航行的船只。到了20世纪初，每个码头的尽头都修建了一座灯塔。如图所示，它们便是圣约瑟夫北码头内灯和外灯。2005年，这些码头尽头的灯塔被添加到美国国家历史遗迹名录中。

灯塔不仅可以指示出海岸线、危险区域和港口的安全入口，也是美丽而坚固的图标，几个世纪以来一直代表着稳定，只要人类还在海上航行，它们就会继续发挥作用。

St. Joseph North Pier Inner and Outer Lights, Michigan

Amid dusky hues, lighthouses mark where a Great Lake meets a river. Two piers were built on Lake Michigan, one either side of the mouth of the St. Joseph River to help protect ships sailing upstream. In the early 20th century, a lighthouse was built at the end of each pier; the St. Joseph North Pier Inner and Outer Lights, pictured here.

Congress designated August 7 as National Lighthouse Day in 1989 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Lighthouse Act and to celebrate these iconic structures. Lighthouses not only mark hazards, and safe entries to harbors; these striking buildings also add a touch of romance to coastal scenes and shine a light onto our maritime history.

莫洛基尼，毛伊岛，夏威夷，美国 Molokini Crater, Maui, Hawaii (© Douglas Peebles/eStock Photo)

迎合所有人口味的景点 Cratering to all tastes

莫洛基尼火山口，毛伊岛，夏威夷

今天我们来到了莫洛基尼火山口。它是太平洋中的一个迷人“月牙”，位于夏威夷的毛伊岛和卡霍奥拉维岛之间的阿拉拉凯基海峡中。小岛是约23万年前火山喷发后留下的遗迹形成的。关于小岛的形成，还有另一个说法。在夏威夷的神话中，火女神佩蕾爱上了一个名叫莫欧的男人，问题是莫欧爱着另一个女人。佩蕾的复仇往往很暴力：她把情敌切成了两半，对方的身体变成了莫洛基尼，脑袋变成了普奥莱，即毛伊岛上的火山渣锥。

如今的莫洛基尼火山口是一个热门的潜水和浮潜胜地，月牙般的地形，可以保护潜水员免受海浪和强大水流的侵袭，使他们能够尽情欣赏美丽的珊瑚礁，这里的能见度达到150英尺，生活着至少250种鱼类，包括黑鳞鲀和鹦嘴鱼，以及38种硬珊瑚和约100种藻类，这片海是如此可爱，你是不是忍不住想去游玩呢？记住！到了那里千万别惹怒佩蕾！

Molokini Crater, Maui, Hawaii

Today we're at Molokini Crater. This pleasant crescent in the Pacific Ocean lies in the 'Alalākeiki Channel between the Hawaiian islands of Maui and Kaho'olawe. The islet is all that remains of a volcano that erupted about 230,000 years ago. According to Hawaiian mythology, Pele the fire goddess was in love with a man named Mo'o. The trouble was that Mo'o was in love with another woman. Pele's revenge was typically violent: She cut her rival in two, her body becoming Molokini, while her head became Pu'u Olai, a cinder cone on Maui.

Molokini Crater these days is a prime scuba and snorkeling destination; the islet's crescent shape protects divers from waves and currents, allowing them to enjoy the reef. This habitat is home to at least 250 species of fish, including black triggerfish and parrotfish, as well as 38 species of hard coral, and some 100 species of algae. So, come on in, the water's lovely. Just be sure not to anger Pele.

石林，日落点，布莱斯峡谷国家公园，犹他州，美国 (© Tim Fitzharris/Minden Pictures)

这里有“胡图”吗？

石林，日落点，布莱斯峡谷 国家公园，犹他州

让我们去石林旅行吧，犹他州的布莱斯峡谷国家公园就是我们的目的地。这座公园以摩门先驱埃比尼泽·布莱斯的名字命名，公园内有日落点，也就是今天图片中看到的石林。这些岩层是由霜冻风化和溪流侵蚀形成的，将石头塑造成超凡脱俗的地貌。日落点位于海拔8000至9000英尺的地方，可以一览红色、橙色和白色的石峰全景。其中最著名的是雷神之锤，这是一座石林，俯瞰着被称为“寂静之城”的公园的一部分。在日落点通往日出点的女王花园小径，你可以欣赏到更多美景和岩层，包括维多利亚女王石林。据居住在这一地区的派尤特土著居民所讲述的传说，石林是被狡猾的库伊特狐狸变成石头的罪人。无论你是徒步旅行者、摄影师还是普通游客，石林都在期待你的到来。

大烟山国家公园的森林小道，田纳西州，美国 Forest path in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee (© putmanphoto/Getty Images)

深入其中 Into the thick of it

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee

Fancy a walk through the Smokies in Tennessee, seen in today's image? Spanning over 522,000 acres between North Carolina and Tennessee, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a treasure trove of natural beauty and biodiversity. Home to more than 19,000 documented species, scientists estimate that tens of thousands more remain undiscovered. Miles of hiking trails wind through the dense woodlands, leading adventurers to cascading waterfalls and scenic overlooks. The park also boasts some of the highest mountains in the eastern United States, including Clingmans Dome, which rises to 6,643 feet. Visitors are often enchanted by the mist that blankets the peaks each morning, giving the park its mystical name. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an International Biosphere Reserve.

In every season, it offers a unique spectacle: the wildflower bloom in spring, vibrant foliage in fall, and serene snow-covered landscapes in winter. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a haven for nature lovers and adventurers alike, promising unforgettable experiences and a deeper connection to the natural world.

雷尼尔山国家公园的野花，华盛顿州，美国 Wildflowers in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington (© RomanKhomlyak/Getty Images)

风雨无阻 Come Rainier or shine

雷尼尔山国家公园

在雷尼尔山冰川的注视下，成片的野花绽放出勃勃的生机。每年夏天，这座山周围的草地上都会盛开着色彩鲜艳的亚高山花朵：紫色的紫菀、粉色的珊瑚兰和黄色的虎皮花只是这里的部分植物。雷尼尔山又名塔霍马山，海拔超14400英尺，是华盛顿州最高的山峰。它被36平方英里的冰川和永久雪原覆盖，是美国48个州中冰川覆盖率最高的山峰。
雷尼尔山国家公园占地23.6万英亩，包括高山、瀑布、草地和原始森林。除了各种植物外，公园里还生活着美洲狮、海狸、白头鹰和游隼等各种生物。雷尼尔山国家公园是一个颇受欢迎的登山目的地，每年约有10,000人试图攀登这座山。游客还可以沿着各种各样的小径徒步旅行。7月和8月是雷尼尔山最阳光明媚的时候，是游览雷尼尔山的最佳时间。

Mount Rainier National Park

In the shadow of Mount Rainier, a carpet of wildflowers bursts into life. Every summer, the meadows around this mountain are colored with vivid shades of blooming subalpine flowers: purple asters, pink coralroot, and yellow tiger lilies, and more. Also known as Tahoma, at over 14,400 feet, Mount Rainier is the tallest mountain in the state of Washington. It is covered by 36 square miles of glaciers and permanent snowfields, the highest glacier ice cover of any mountain in the lower 48 states.

Mount Rainier National Park encompasses mountains, waterfalls, meadows, and old-growth forests and teems with life, from cougars and beavers to bald eagles and peregrine falcons. It is also a popular climbing destination, with some 10,000 people attempting to scale the mountain every year while others enjoy hiking along its trails. It's never sunnier in Rainier than in July and August, making summer the perfect time to visit.

火浪岩层，火焰谷州立公园，内华达州，美国 The Fire Wave, a rock formation in Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada (© Clint Losee/Tandem Stills + Motion)

拍出炫酷照片的好地方 Hot spot for a cool photo

火焰谷州立公园，内华达州

在内华达州干旱广袤的莫哈维沙漠中，坐落着壮观的火焰谷州立公园。该公园占地46000英亩，得名于火红色的阿兹台克砂岩，这是一种侏罗纪早期的地质地层，由古老的沙丘组成。公园最大的亮点是“火浪”，这是一个地质奇观，表面有着红色、粉色和白色的条纹，看上去就像冰冻的波浪。

漫步在公园中，您将会看到神秘的岩画，这是一种在岩石表面刮刻而成的岩画，出自古普韦布洛人之手，他们是住在附近莫瓦帕山谷的农民。岩画上的内容，可能是古普韦布洛人在该地区进行狩猎和宗教仪式。如果您是历史爱好者，不妨尝试破解刻在岩壁上的神秘信息。穿上你的徒步鞋，向火焰谷州立公园出发吧！

Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada

Amid the arid expanse of the Mojave Desert in Nevada lies the natural grandeur of the Valley of Fire State Park. This park, which stretches across 46,000 acres, is named after the fiery red Aztec Sandstone, an Early Jurassic geological formation of made up of ancient sand dunes. The park's highlight, Fire Wave, is a geological marvel that appears like a frozen wave with its red, pink, and white stripes.

In the park, you will come across mysterious petroglyphs, rock carvings made by scratching on the rock's surface, left by the Ancestral Puebloans, who were farmers from the nearby Moapa Valley. It is likely they practiced hunting and performed religious ceremonies in this area. If you are a history buff, you might want to try and decode the cryptic messages carved on the rock faces. Well, put on your hiking shoes and get ready to wander, to wonder, and to witness the Valley of Fire State Park.

星光盛宴 A galactic gig

大弯国家公园周年纪念日

准备好探索大自然了吗？让我们走进西得克萨斯的大弯国家公园，今天正好是它的80周年纪念日。它于1944年6月12日成立，当时德克萨斯州将这片土地转让给了联邦政府。该公园占地超过1,250平方英里，是奇瓦瓦沙漠最大的保护区。

大弯国家公园是“发现”历史的好去处，里面不仅有古老的历史性地标，如卡斯托隆历史街区、温泉城历史街区，还有近代拓荒者、牧场主以及矿工的活动印记。除此之外，这片土地还是北美首屈一指的观星胜地。由于周边地区没有人类活动，因此大弯国家公园光污染较少，拥有最黑暗的夜空。如果您是观星爱好者，不妨带上您的双筒望远镜，去享受一个充满银河美景、流星雨、星空奇观的夜晚，不要忘记为迷人的夜空拍照留念哦。

Big Bend National Park turns 80

Ready to channel your inner nature enthusiast? Let's explore Big Bend National Park in West Texas, which is celebrating its 80th birthday today. The park is the largest protected area in the Chihuahuan Desert, covering over 1,250 square miles. It was established on June 12, 1944, when the state of Texas transferred this land to the federal government.

Within the park lie landmarks like the Castolon Historic District, where US and Mexican cultures met in one rural border community, and the Hot Springs Historic District, developed in the early 1900s, but with evidence of human occupation dating back thousands of years. Here you can walk in the footprints of modern pioneers, ranchers, and miners. This land is also one of North America's premier destinations for stargazing. With little light pollution from the surrounding areas, it has some of the darkest night skies in the area. Bring your binoculars and enjoy an evening full of Milky Way vistas, meteor showers, and taking pictures of the stunning night sky.

复活节溪和基利克河的交汇处，北极之门国家公园，阿拉斯加州，美国 Confluence of Easter Creek and Killik River, Gates of the Arctic National Park, Alaska (© Patrick J. Endres/Getty Images)

河流的交汇 The meeting of the waters

国家河流月

加拿大活动家马克·安吉洛发起了为期三十天的“国家河流月”活动，向地球脉络致敬。今天的图片展示的是阿拉斯加复活节溪和基利克河的交汇处，真是一幅美丽的画卷啊！和这些溪流一样，人们每年也会聚集在一起，为保护这些河流出力。随着污染、栖息地破坏和过度使用等情况日益加剧，倡导保护河流比以往任何时候都更加重要。无论你是在平缓的溪流中划桨，还是在垂钓时抛下鱼线，抑或只是沿着河岸悠闲地散步，都可以通过无数种方式与这些流动的奇迹建立联系。仅美国就拥有一个由25万多条河流组成的庞大河网，这些河流在不同的地形上绵延300多万英里。你想去参观哪条河呢？

National Rivers Month

The lush greenery of June is here, and so is National Rivers Month, a tribute to the veins of our planet, created by Canadian activist Mark Angelo. Just like the confluence featured here today, where Alaska's Easter Creek and Killik River unite in a beautiful display, we too come together every year to help preserve the nation's rivers. With increasing threats such as pollution, habitat destruction, and overuse, it's more important than ever to advocate for their protection. Whether you're paddling down a gentle stream, casting a fishing line, or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll along the riverbank, there are countless ways to connect with our waterways. The US alone boasts a vast network of over 250,000 rivers, stretching more than 3 million miles. Which one are you heading to?

希望的浪潮 Waves of hope

世界海洋日

今天，在庆祝世界海洋日之际，让我们共同踏上一场海洋之旅吧！世界海洋日是为了纪念和保护世界上的海洋，提醒人们海洋在维持地球生命方面所发挥的关键性作用。毕竟，从最小的浮游生物到如图中所示的座头鲸一样巨大的鲸鱼，这些庞大的水体中充满了奇迹。由于浮游生物（微小的植物、藻类和细菌）的光合作用，海洋还产生了地球上近一半的氧气。此外，海洋还从大气中吸收大量的二氧化碳，这有助于减轻人类活动造成的气候变化影响。

海洋面临着许多威胁，包括全球变暖导致的海洋温度上升、塑料污染和海洋酸化，这威胁到许多海洋物种。今年世界海洋日的主题是“新深度唤醒”，这一口号鼓励我们深入探究海洋的复杂性，并积极采取行动，确保这些迷人的海洋动物世世代代继续为我们的星球增添光彩。那么，你准备好加入行动了吗?

World Oceans Day

Today, let's embark on a watery adventure for World Oceans Day, a celebration of the critical role played by oceans in supporting life on Earth. These gargantuan water bodies teem with wonders, from the tiniest plankton to the grandest whales, like the humpbacks we see here. The oceans also produce almost half of the oxygen on our planet thanks to the photosynthesis of plankton—tiny plants, algae, and bacteria. Moreover, they absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, helping mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Oceans, and the marine species they support, face many threats, including rising sea temperatures thanks to global warming, plastic pollution, and ocean acidification. The theme for this year's World Oceans Day is 'Awaken New Depths.' This motto encourages us to delve deeper into the ocean's complexities and ensure that fascinating, ocean-dwelling animals, like our homepage whales, continue to grace our planet for generations to come. Are you ready to take the plunge?

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