Yankicha Island, Kuril Islands, Russia

Yankicha Island, the emergent tip of an extinct volcano, features a steep-walled caldera that is now a tranquil lagoon. Situated close by are natural hot springs, which overlook the lagoon and the harlequins and sea otters that frequently swim there. Arctic foxes, harbor seals and abundant bird life all inhabit this scenic island.

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