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Baden bei Wien, Austria
Königshöhle (Kings Cave)
A cave whose archaeological contents proved the existence of a Copper Age culture is also where God put the Devil to shame
Füssen, Germany
The Ice Age Erratics of Füssen
Two unremarkable-looking rocks on a cobblestone street are actually ancient wanderers; one a 150-million-year-old limestone, the other a 1.8-billion-year-old granite.
Collado Villalba, Spain
Piedra del Concejo
This odd stone has served as a meeting place for local councils since the 17th century.
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The Secrets of the Shawangunk Mountains
In our new podcast, sponsored by Toyota Trucks, Geologist Becky Nessel takes us on a detour to some of her favorite hidden spots in The Gunks.
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12 Cryptic Inscriptions to See Around the World
What does it all mean?
Trollhättan, Sweden
Kungsgrottan (King's Cave)
An Ice Age rock grotto autographed by royalty.
Namur, Belgium
Rocks of Marche-les-Dames
Where a cross marks the spot King Albert I’s body was found on 17 February 1934.
Ipswich, Massachusetts
Ipswich Devil’s Footprint
According to legend, the Devil left a footprint behind after an epic showdown with a traveling priest.
Santa Claus, Arizona
Emerald Isle Mine
This abandoned open-pit copper mine features stunning turquoise mineral pools and excellent rock-hunting opportunities.
Incline Village, Nevada
Monkey Rock
A granite primate with a view.
Marlborough, England
Adam and Eve (The Longstones)
Two standing stones are all that remains of a prehistoric installation.
Watertown, Connecticut
The Old Leatherman's Cave
The rocky occasional overnight accommodations of a Connecticut folk legend.
Kemmerer, Wyoming
Fossil Lake Safari Quarry
You can dig for your own 52-million-year-old fish fossils.
Terra, Utah
Dugway Geode Beds
Ancient volcanic activity made this into an exciting rockhounding site.
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The Ultimate Guide to Arches National Park
Utah’s natural wonderland offers nearly unlimited thrills.
Iceland
Steðji / Staupasteinn
A goblet-shaped rock that, according to lore, is the home of an elven hermit.
Dawson, Georgia
Andrew Jackson Boulder Monument
A remote boulder commemoration to General Andrew Jackson and his command during their march toward Florida for the First Seminole War.
Puponga, New Zealand
Wharariki Beach
These stunning arched rock formations might be familiar to Windows 10 users.
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