The Simple Beauty of Rocks and Mountains

I’m not sure what it is about me and rocks, but going through my photos, I seem to have a lot of them. Somehow, I keep coming across interesting ones, and I can’t resist taking a picture. Not just any old rock, though—it’s the ones with unusual shapes, striking colours, or rough, weathered textures that catch my eye. From tiny pebbles to massive boulders and even towering mountains, they all have a certain appeal.

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1. Uluru Ayers Rock, Australia:
2. Stonhenge, England
3. Mount Cook, New Zealand:
4. Mount Maunganui and Waimangu Valley, NZ:
5. Lion Rock, Piha, NZ:
6. Bako National Park, Malaysia and Halong Bay, Vietnam:
7. Batu Caves, Malaysia:
8. Muriwai, NZ:
9. Kulen Mountain, Cambodia:
10. Split Apple Rock, Napier NZ, and Moeraki Boulders, NZ:
11. Punakaiki Pancake Rocks, New Zealand:
12. Mirror Lake, Malaysia + Halong Bay, Vietnam + Mount Taranaki, New Zealand:
13. Queenstown, New Zealand:
14. Rangitoto, Auckland, New Zealand:
15. The Chair, Takapuna, NZ + Atlas Mountains, Morocco:
16. Mosaic Rocks by Myna Mosaics:

For some reason, other people seem to enjoy taking photos of me with rocks too—standing next to them, sitting on them, looking at them. I suppose it’s become a bit of a theme.

Some might think it’s a strange fascination, but I actually do find rocks endlessly interesting. Maybe it’s because they’ve been around for millions of years, holding onto their own stories. Or perhaps I just like their simplicity—solid, unchanging, and always there, no matter what. Every rock has been shaped by time, weather, and the elements, creating patterns, textures, and layers that make each one unique.

I’ve been lucky enough to see some amazing rock formations, like the Moeraki Boulders in New Zealand and Uluru in Australia, but there are still plenty more I’d love to visit. The Wave in Arizona, with its swirling layers of sandstone, looks like a painting come to life. The Pinnacles Desert in Western Australia is another one on my list—thousands of limestone spires rising eerily from the sand, formed over millions of years. And then there’s Iceland’s Reynisfjara beach, famous for its dramatic black basalt columns, where the waves crash against the shore, adding to the wild beauty of the place.

So, this post has turned into a bit of a rock collection, but I hope you enjoy it! There’s something peaceful about these natural formations, whether it’s a rugged cliff, a smooth river stone, or a towering mountain range. Who knows? Maybe it’ll even inspire you to get outdoors and appreciate the beauty of the landscape around you. After all, there’s a whole world of rocks out there waiting to be discovered!

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Uluru Ayers Rock, Australia:

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Stonhenge, England

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Mount Cook, New Zealand:

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Mount Maunganui and Waimangu Valley, NZ:

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Lion Rock, Piha, NZ:

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Bako National Park, Malaysia and Halong Bay, Vietnam:

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Batu Caves, Malaysia:

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Muriwai, NZ:

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Kulen Mountain, Cambodia:

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Split Apple Rock, Napier NZ, and Moeraki Boulders, NZ:

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Punakaiki Pancake Rocks, New Zealand:

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Mirror Lake, Malaysia + Halong Bay, Vietnam + Mount Taranaki, New Zealand:

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Queenstown, New Zealand:

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Rangitoto, Auckland, New Zealand:

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The Chair, Takapuna, NZ + Atlas Mountains, Morocco:

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Mosaic Rocks by Myna Mosaics:

Let me tell you about my love for making mosaic rocks. It’s a hobby that brings me a lot of joy. There’s something really satisfying about the whole process—choosing the right stones, arranging the glass pieces, and seeing the design come together.

But what I love most is how these mosaic rocks feel. They’re smooth, cool, and surprisingly tactile. The mix of polished glass and rough stone is hard to describe, but there’s something really comforting about holding them. It’s a simple pleasure, but one that gives me a real sense of connection to nature—and a bit of pride in creating something beautiful.

See more about Myna Mosaics here.

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Rocks don’t rush—maybe that’s the lesson. Slowing down never felt so good. – ♡ Janet