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Waimangu geyser (2nd of 2)

Waimangu geyser

From 1900 to 1904, the Waimangu geyser was the most spectacular phenomenon in the thermal districts, and a ‘must see’ for travellers. These women are watching the geyser erupt, around 1903–04.

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Alexander Turnbull Library
Reference: 1/2-038135; F

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Malcolm McKinnon. 'Volcanic Plateau places', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 21-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/volcanic-plateau-places/6/6/2