Victoria, Australia observed from space
This image from the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellite showcases a portion of Victoria, a southeastern state in Australia. Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, is visible on the right side of the image.
Victoria boasts diverse landscapes, ranging from mountain peaks to dense rainforest gullies and striking coastlines. In the upper part of the image, several national parks are depicted in dark green, while the Western Volcanic Plains, characterized by brownish terrain, stretch across the left side.
The Western Volcanic Plains comprise mainly flat, open terrain marked by volcanic cones, maars, lakes, and swamplands. The lakes exhibit varying colors, from shades of green to white, indicating differences in mineral concentration.
Lake Corangamite, Australia's largest permanent saltwater lake, is prominently visible near the center of the image, while Lake Beeac stands out with its milky-white waters.
Due to its volcanic origins, the plain boasts some of Victoria's most fertile soils and is predominantly utilized for agricultural activities. The region is adorned with a patchwork of agricultural fields.
Port Phillip Bay, the largest inlet along the coastline, opens into the Bass Strait via a narrow channel. Bounded by the Bellarine Peninsula to the west and the Mornington Peninsula to the east, the bay features varying shades of green denoting shallow waters or sediment and dispersed particles trapped within.
Melbourne, situated at the head of Port Phillip Bay, is connected to the Yarra River, depicted as a dark, winding line in the image, which flows through Greater Melbourne before merging into the bay.
To the east of Port Phillip Bay lies Western Port Bay, dominated by French Island and Phillip Island.
Credit: ESA
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