Crater-ing Under Pressure: Inside Vesuvius

Standing on the rim of Mount Vesuvius, looking down into the beast that terrorized the Roman Empire. The crater walls showcase a masterclass in volcanic stratigraphy - layers of ancient eruptions stacked like a geological timeline. That dark floor isn't just shadow; it's hardened lava from more recent tantrums. Captured with the RX100M7 at 24mm, f/4 - compact gear for when you're literally walking on thin crust above molten rock. Those brave patches of green vegetation are nature's way of saying 'challenge accepted' to one of Europe's most dangerous volcanoes.

Location

📍 Ottaviano, Naples, Italy