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Sunday, November 6, 2011

Back from Maligne Falls, by way of Maligne Lake

Our trip from Maligne Canyon then took us toward Maligne Lake. On the way we passed by a lake, which all but vanishes durning the warm summer, not because of evaporation or run-off into a river (there are none), but from underground waterways. As you can see by the surrounding mountains, they are made not of granite, but of a much softer limestone, which leads to the dramatic deep gorge of the canyon. Then it was up to Maligne Lake, which is just a marvelous, and peaceful place to hang out, and is surrounded by wonderful and abundant wildlife. Then it was back to the Athabasca River cabins, where we encountered this water-loving Golden Retriever, who was just entranced by squirrels. Ah, it was a most peaceful day.

7 comments:

  1. Drachma, these photos are positively beautiful! I love that Golden Retriever. What was the average temperature while you were there?

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  2. There may even be underground rivers and streams if all the water from such a big lake almost vanishes. And some underground caverns with wonderful stalactites and stalagmites.

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  3. Just love them all, they are so refreshing and every time bring peace to my mind. I like the reflection of the sun on the sea, the simple flowers and grass shots and the perfect pose the dog is taking for the photo!

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  4. @Vee - The average temperature during the day was quite warm (80 Farenheit), but quite a bit lower at night.

    @Ramakant - Oh, I can imagine that there are some truly amazing things underground, indeed, but no one has explored them to date.

    @Marie - I'm so glad that you enjoyed your visit, and yes it was a day filled with peace.

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  5. 80 Fahrenheit is around 26 Celcius - that is warm. Much, MUCH warmer than when I was there in Spring!

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  6. These pictures make you breathe the atmosphere of almost pristine purity.

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  7. Yes, Stella, you can breathe in the beauty of Canada, even from a distance.

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