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Mount Sharp northwest flank

Mount Sharp northwest flank
Mount Sharp northwest flank A simulated view of the northwest flank of Mount Sharp using images and digital terrain models from HiRISE. The view is toward the southwest. It covers Curiosity's path from the Murray Buttes in the foreground, to the southern extent of the Bagnold dune field in the middle ground, and the Hematite Ridge beyond it. Beyond Hematite Ridge, the landscape steepens dramatically. For an enormous version of this image, visit Doran's Flickr page. Seán Doran using HiRISE data (NASA / JPL / UA)

Here is a version annotated with the approximate locations of Curiosity mission landmarks.

Mount Sharp northwest flank (annotated)
Mount Sharp northwest flank (annotated) Image: Seán Doran using HiRISE data (NASA / JPL / UA) / Emily Lakdawalla