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Taken near Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park, this photo highlights a striking turquoise thermal pool set against a stark, mineral-rich landscape. The pool’s water fades from deep blue at the center to lighter teal along the edges, revealing delicate textures shaped by heat and time. Wisps of steam drift across the surface, hinting at the intense geothermal activity below. The contrast between the vivid water, the pale silica crust, and the distant forest makes the scene feel both otherworldly and unmistakably Yellowstone. No filters or edits were used — the colors and atmosphere appeared exactly this vibrant in person.