Whilst down in the Port Arthur area we visited Tasmans Arch.
Tasmans Arch as it is known is a tall natural bridge in the sea cliffs of the Tasman Peninsula, that has also been carved out by the Tasman Sea.
The roof of the massive sea cave, or tunnel, produced by wave action over thousands of years is what remains of Tasmans Arch. The cliff's vertical cracks (joints) were acted on by the pressure of water and compressed air, sand, and stones, dislodging slabs and boulders.
Erosion has deepened or lengthened the tunnel over thousands of years. The tunnel eventually came to a break that runs parallel to the coast. At sea level, this fracture is connected to the Devil's Kitchen. At this point, the roof collapsed, leaving a pit behind an arch.
Tasmans Arch was named after the Dutch explorer Abel Tasman, who played a key role in colonising Tasmania in the early 1800's.
There is a link [ here ] where I got this information from.
Some native bush in bloom near by.
Amazing!
ReplyDeleteIndeed Catarina
DeleteWow che spettacolo della natura
ReplyDeleteNature can be so good sometimes.
DeleteSimply spectacular.
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend.
Best regards.
Thank you.
DeleteEs un prodigio de la Naturaleza.
ReplyDeleteAdmiro esa imagen.
Besos
Thank you...nature is good at times.
DeleteIt looks impressive!
ReplyDeleteIt sure does Angie.
DeleteAwesome looking!
ReplyDeleteIt is Bill.
DeleteWow. The ocean is a powerful force.
ReplyDeleteMighty powerful at times EC.
DeleteVery Beautiful!!
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Donna
Thanks Donna.
DeleteIt is so stunning, I believe Tim and I saw it in person when we visited Tassie years back
ReplyDeleteAmazing to see in person Jo-Anne as you have seen.
DeleteWow! Was the first word that came to mind.
ReplyDeleteIt really is stunning.
All the best Jan
It does have that wow factor Jan.
DeleteThis is a gorgeous arch similar to the looks in the west coast of Victoria. I am making a list for my next visit to Tassie
ReplyDeleteYes, can vouch for those arches similar in Victoria. I'm sure when you do come to Tasmania you will do beautiful sunset photos in most of the lovely areas. I'm usually getting dinner or busy talking at sunset.
DeleteMe ha encantado ese lugar, es precioso, también me gustó mucho el arbusto en flor. Un abrazo Margaret.
ReplyDeleteA native tree in flower at that time of year looks spectacular in mass Teresa.
DeleteMagnificent! Truly magnificent!
ReplyDeleteIt sure is Lee.
DeleteIt looks impressive.
ReplyDeleteThis is simply spectacular.
Greetings Irma
It is impressive Irma. A natural wonder.
DeleteThat's very impressive indeed. And beautiful too.
ReplyDeleteIt sure is David and it's a pity you couldn't get there to see it when you visited.
DeleteImpressive and magnificent.
ReplyDeleteThe combination of the forces of nature are powerful.
Great photos.
That is for sure Maria.
DeleteExcelente reportaje fotografico de unos lugares espectaculares, saludos.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeletePhotos 3 and 4 would test the rock climbers!
ReplyDeleteHistory has many tricks - I wonder why Abel Tasman didn't claim the
island for the Dutch?
I am pretty sure that he was the first explorer who ventured down so far from
Europe, I think either the French or the Spaniards were the next ones down to Terra Australis. Then eventually the "Poms" who did the colonising.
You are to be congratulated with your photos and the history attached for
your followers.
Cheers from thankfully at last sunny and rainless Terrigal.
Colin
Certainly would test rock climbers but I don't think they would be permitted to climb there Colin.
DeleteThe first reported sighting of Tasmania by a European was on 24 November 1642 by the Dutch explorer Abel Tasman.
In 1772, a French expedition led by Marc-Joseph Marion du Fresne landed on the island.
Interesting Colin yet we belong to the British!
Captain James Cook also sighted the island in 1777.
What a magnificent reminder of the power of nature. Great photos, too.
ReplyDeleteThanks Pauline, nature does wonderful things at times.
DeleteUn espacio natural de gran belleza, amiga.
ReplyDeleteSaludos
Indeed Ilefonso, all down around that area is lovely.
DeleteImpressive, wonderful!!!! Nature is magic!
ReplyDeleteIt's rather good.
DeleteThe sea and the cliffs have produced an amazing spot! Definitely worth visiting and contemplating!
ReplyDeleteOne wonders what the spray of water is like coming through that arch when the sea is rough Duta.
DeleteHow beautiful !
ReplyDeleteThanks Anne.
DeleteImpresionante. Buena arquitecta es la naturaleza diseñando. Preciosas.Gracias por compartirlas Margaret.
ReplyDeleteBuen lunes.
Un abrazo.
You are welcome Laura.
DeleteNature is so amazing!
ReplyDeleteIt sure is John.
Deletewow what an wrt work by water and wind dear Margaret
ReplyDeletethank you for sharing this amazing place that looks very intriguing .loved the photos !
blessings
You are welcome Baili and thank you.
DeleteIt's great to be able to enjoy this place.
ReplyDeleteThank you for taking us with you... yes, I would like to be there in real life... so nice :-))
Super. Thank you.
Kind regards from Viola
You are welcome :)
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