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Gates of Hell

 

 

This magnificent fiery crater was created in 1971 by Soviet geologists who, while drilling, stumbled upon a gas-rich cavern and decided to burn off the gas sipping through the cracks. It was expected to burn off in a few days but is still burning today. More info here.

 

Name: Gates of Hell

Lat, Long: 40.252624,58.43953

Location: Dashoguz Province, Turkmenistan

 

 

Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/flydime/4671890969/
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