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The isolated volcanic crater of Waw an Namus in Libya

The isolated volcanic crater of Waw an Namus in Libya
An Expedition 59 crewmember photographed the isolated volcanic crater of Waw an Namus, which is composed of dark ash and features three small saltwater lakes.

iss059e119235 (June 20, 2019) — The International Space Station was orbiting 256 miles above the north African country of Libya when an Expedition 59 crewmember photographed the isolated volcanic crater of Waw an Namus, which is composed of dark ash and features three small saltwater lakes.