France: Red sand stone tower in Collonges-la-Rouge


Collonges-la-Rouge is known for its red sand stone houses with round towers. The color of the stone is originated in the rich iron oxide soil, which is only to find in about eight kilometers around the village.


Size: 3341px × 5029px
Location: Collonges-la-Rouge, Perigord, France
Photo credit: © Cro Magnon / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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