Volcanic Sea Stack at Praia Formosa, Madeira
This dramatic black and white composition captures a massive basaltic sea stack located at Praia Formosa in Funchal, Madeira. The image highlights the island's volcanic geology, featuring a staircase carved directly into the rugged rock face that allows visitors to ascend the formation from the characteristic pebble beach below. The high-contrast lighting emphasizes the texture of the dark volcanic stone against the backdrop of the Atlantic horizon.
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black and white Madeira Portugal Atlantic Ocean Funchal volcanic rock basalt Geology Praia Formosa Coastal Landscape
black and white Madeira Portugal Atlantic Ocean Funchal volcanic rock basalt Geology Praia Formosa Coastal Landscape
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Photo Details
| Camera: | FUJIFILM X-T50 |
| Date Taken: | February 20, 2026 |
| Aperture: | f/2.8 |
| Focal Length: | 41.1mm |
| Shutter Speed: | 1/4000s |
| Used Lens: | SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary 021 |
| ISO: | 125 |
| Flash: | No |