Lady Knox Geyser

　　Lady Knox Geyser is located in the Taupō Volcanic Zone of the Waikato region. It was discovered in the early 20th century and named after Lady Constance Gaskell, the daughter of a 15th-century ruler of New Zealand. It is one of the few geological features in New Zealand without a Māori name, and its most remarkable aspect is that it can be artificially induced to erupt.

　　In the 20th century, prisoners held in a nearby jail accidentally caused the geyser to erupt by adding soap to the natural hot water source. Since then, soap has been used as a trigger for the eruptions. Lady Knox Geyser puts on a scheduled performance daily, starting at 10:15 AM. The water column can reach up to 20 meters high within an hour, with relatively mild force. Around 10 AM each day, a crowd of loyal spectators gathers near the geyser, waiting for the show. The moment the staff adds soap to the spring, the magic happens—the water begins to slowly rise and gradually climbs higher, drawing screams and applause from the onlookers.

　　Lady Knox Geyser Must-visit reason: One of the world’s most extraordinary geysers Continent: Oceania Country/Region: New Zealand Province/State: Waikato Region