Balanced Basalt Cairn on Madeiran Coast
A carefully constructed rock cairn made of smooth, rounded basalt pebbles stands prominently on a rocky beach on the northern coast of Madeira, near São Jorge. The image captures the distinct volcanic geology of the island, where the Atlantic Ocean has polished the dark stones into smooth cobbles known locally as 'calhau.' The serene composition contrasts the stability of the balanced stack against the vast, overcast horizon of the sea.
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Madeira Portugal Atlantic Ocean cairn volcanic rock basalt Pebble Beach Rock balancing São Jorge Zen
Madeira Portugal Atlantic Ocean cairn volcanic rock basalt Pebble Beach Rock balancing São Jorge Zen
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Photo Details
| Camera: | FUJIFILM X-T50 |
| Date Taken: | February 17, 2026 |
| Aperture: | f/9.0 |
| Focal Length: | 42.0mm |
| Shutter Speed: | 1/680s |
| Used Lens: | SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary 021 |
| ISO: | 160 |
| Flash: | No |