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The Kuril Islands, a captivating chain of islands between Russia and Japan, are renowned for their spectacular natural beauty and volcanic activity. Spanning approximately 1,300 kilometers, this remote region boasts rugged, untouched landscapes with majestic volcanoes, dense forests, and crystal-clear lakes. The Kurils are not only a haven for nature enthusiasts but also a place of historical and geopolitical significance. This NFT showcases a breathtaking image of this unique island chain, capturing the untamed beauty and mystical atmosphere of the Kurils. A glimpse of this scenery feels like a journey to another world.
The Kuril Islands chain (Russian: Курильские острова; Japanese: 千島列島, Chishima-rettō, German "Archipelago of a Thousand Islands") consists of about 30 islands and connects Kamchatka in Russia with Hokkaido in Japan.
Officially, the islands belong to Russia, but this is territorially disputed.
- Format: JPEG
- Sice: 7360px X 4912px | 10,02 MB | Aspect ratio 3:2
- Camera: Nikon D800
- Lens: Nikkor 70,0-200,0 mm f/2,8
We took this photo from the town of Rausu in Hokkaido, Japan. From here you can take boats across to the nearby Kurile island of Kunashir, which has been occupied by Russia since World War II but claimed by Japan as part of Nemuro Sub-Prefecture, Hokkaidō.
The emerging fog takes over the island bit by bit and gives the photo an almost mystical appearance,
