Mount Taranaki - A Full Moon Night (Viewing in large)

Mount Taranaki, also called Mount Egmont, is an active but quietscent

volcano located in Taranaki region in the west coast of the North

Island, New Zealand. The 2518-metre-high mountain is one of the most

symmetrical volcanic cones in the world.

In early July 2015, I undertook a backpacking trip to this mountain. I

trekked to two specific mountain huts: Maketawa Hut and Pouakai Hut,

and witnessed one of the most dramatic weather phenomenons I have ever

met during my stay in the mountain.

After a severe storm for 20 hours, the mountain returned to its

calmness. I came to this location before 4:00am on 4 July 2015. The

starry sky was impressive over the summit of Mount Taranaki. This is

one single shot capturing such amazing mountain and sky and their

reflections in the tarn.

Thanks for viewing this image.

Amazing shot, Yan!  So lucky to be there at the right moment.

Phenomenal image in it's beauty, clarity and exposure.  It would be interesting to see the EXIF data if you don't mind sharing... Mike

Great shot, bravo !

Wonderful shot!!!Congrats!

Incredible spectacle! Ciao Gianni

Thanks for comments. Shooting data is:

14mm, 15s @ f/3.5, ISO 1250

More info about my this trip can be read here:

http://yanzhangphotography.com/p207961876

The result of real passion combined with professionalism. Congratulations. Karl

Have been there many years ago, when I was not yet a professional photographer. Would like to return to New Zealand to photograph its marvelous nature. Very nice place and phenomenal volcano. Nice shot Yan.

superbly done and a beautiful shot

cheers mick

Very Good. Congrats. I like that the stars are reflected in the water and I also like the warm tones of the land. Exceptional conditions!