World Cultural Heritage Red Earth Mountains

Spain Westward Journey ~ León (Region) The history of open pit mining dates back to Roman times. It is designated as a World Heritage Site. The history of open pit mining dates back to Roman times in Spain. It is accessible from Ponferrada via the Orense-Carucedo road. The canal system brings water from the Elia and Cabrera rivers, more than 100 km away. The landscape at this location has a stunning reddish hue. It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997. #2024TravelReview #SpainTravel #Castile-León