Spain, Castilla-Leon: Orange rocks and landscape of Las Medulas

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The landscape of Las Médulas is human made. During the roman empire the mountains were explored as gold mines. The destruction with water implosions created the actual scenery. Nowadays Las Medulas are a UNESCO World Heritage sight.

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Size: 5029px × 3341px
Location: Las Médulas, Castilla-Leon, Spain
Photo credit: © Cro Magnon / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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