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Our beautiful planet

January 27, 2017

Like a crystal palace, the Breitach Canyon in southern Germany is worthy of any snow queen. Named after the river that has slowly carved its path through the rock, this is an all year attraction that sparkles in winter.

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Breitachklamm im Winter, Breitach canyon in winter
Image: picture-alliance/blickwinkel/U. Walz

The icicles looks like they have been sculpted for dramatic effect, but like so much of what takes our breath away, it is the work of nature. Just water and cold cold air. Simply beautiful. Beautiful simplicity. 

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