Esther's photos with the keyword: dry

Near Alice Springs, Australia in the East MacDonnells - Jessie Gap AIMG_6671

Alice Springs, Australia, is the home of the mighty Todd River. It seemed little more than a dusty depression when I visited, but I have been told that at times of heavy rain, water will flow in it. Australians have a marvelous sense of humor and they hold the Henley-on-Todd Regatta, where they race bottomless boats by picking them up and running along the riverbed. The Regatta is an annual event but it had to be canceled one year because there actually was water in the riverbed. To watch a hilarious video about the Regatta, check out www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPmfv3bIEr4 . AIMG_6533

Spinifex grass is a hardy, spiny-leafed grass that grows in tussocks and is indigenous to Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia. It stabilizes the sand dunes and plays an important role in the coastal ecosystem. Kangaroo Island is the third largest island in Australia after Tasmania and Melville Island. Less that 4,600 people inhabit the island. The island is known for its natural beauty and wildlife. AIMG_6493

Near Alice Springs, Australia in the East MacDonnells AIMG_6655

Laundry in Nice, France AIMG_2943