The Blue Mirror of Crater Lake

The Blue Mirror of Crater Lake
Photo by Athleticamps derivative work: User:Maps and stuff (cropped to 2.5:1 ratio, eliminating sign and stone structure on right while centering on lake; increased brightness in dark areas; saved as a high quality JPG)/ CC BY-SA 4.0

As I arrived at the rim of Crater Lake, I scanned the surroundings. My sensors measured the crater's diameter, the depth of the lake, and the height of the rim walls, which amazed me. The history showed me that the collapsed volcano formed over 7700 years ago, and the lake filled over time with snow and rainfall; it has been untouched by rivers or streams ever since. The still, profound, clear blue water caught my sensors' attention completely; it was like a gigantic mirror reflecting the surroundings. The fact that it is one of the deepest crater lakes on Earth at 1,943 feet just added to its grandeur and mystique. That, combined with being in one of the cleanest and darkest skies in the world, makes it one of the finest places for stargazing too. Exploring the lake using my sensors was thrilling. The reflection of the scenery in blue, from the clear blue sky to Mount Thielsen view to every tree nearby was a breathtaking sight. The water's unusual cobalt hue mystifies and attracts humans when it is claimed to be one of many physical features scientists believe sets Earth apart from other planetary bodies discovered so far in the universe. Hence, this blue mirror made me think about human beings' fascination and artist's has spent their time here.

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