Granitic Collection

The so-called "Penedo do Aquilino", a big granit cave, where Aquilino Ribeiro, the great portuguese writer, usually took shelter during storms, when he was hunting

The Douro river, the border between Portugal and Spain, seen from the Fraga do Puio belvedere. Spain is on the other side of the river. Picote, Miranda do Douro. Portugal

A traditional house. Miradouro do Castrilhouco, Miranda do Douro. Tras-os-Montes, Portugal

Miradouro do Castrilhouco over the Douro river. Spain is on the other side of the river. Miranda do Douro, Tras-os-Montes. Portugal

Namibia, a woman hiking to the top of Spitzkoppe natural rock arch and looking at the sun setting MR

The Douro river, the border between Portugal and Spain, seen from the Fraga do Puio belvedere. Spain is on the other side of the river. Picote, Miranda do Douro. Portugal

Granite stones. Carrascalinho, Fornos. Lagoaca, Portugal

The granitic high plateau above the Douro river cliffs that make the border with Spain. Lagoaca, Douro Internacional Nature Park, Tras os Montes. Portugal

The Douro river cliffs that make the border with Spain. Spain in on the left side. Carrascalinho, Lagoaca, Douro Internacional Nature Park, Tras os Montes. Portugal

Stone, walls of stone, houses of stone, stone everywhere. Escalhao, Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, one of the most remote and isolated regions in Portugal. Douro Internacional Nature Park, Beira Alta

A millstone on the wall of a traditional house. Castelo Rodrigo, Beira Alta. Portugal

A window and roses at Castelo Rodrigo. Beira Alta, Portugal

A 16th century window at Castelo Rodrigo. Beira Alta, Portugal

The main street of the historic village of Castelo Rodrigo. Beira Alta, Portugal

The granitic high plateau near Mata de Lobos, Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, one of the most remote and isolated regions in Portugal. Douro Internacional Nature Park, Beira Alta. Portugal

The medieval and historic village of Monsanto in the evening. Portugal

The medieval and historic village of Monsanto. Portugal

Spitzkoppe, Damaraland, Namibia, Africa. Group of bald rocks and granite peaks

A galician-lusitanian warrior watch the horizon on the top of the Iron Age settlement of Outeiro Lesenho at 1073m. Boticas, Tras os Montes. Portugal

Sunset over the granitic peaks of Sciore seen from the village of Soglio. Val Bregaglia. Canton of Graubunden. Switzerland

USA, Colorado. Rounded pillars of granitic rock form interesting shapes in southwest Colorado

Namibia, Namib Desert, Spitzkoppe Mountain. One of the features of this community managed park is the impressive Rock Arch here at sunset with an intrepid tourist climbing along its ridge

Cumbres, Torres and Cuernos del Paine in the Paine Mountains during sunrise with Lago Nordenskjoeld, Patagonia, Chile

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Granitic Pegmatite Park County, Colorado, USA Date:

Monzo-granite with intrusive sill, Joshua Tree N. P. Mojave Desert, California, U. S. A. february
Monzo-granite with intrusive sill, Joshua Tree N.P. Mojave Desert, California, U.S.A. february

Granite outcrop. Photographed at around 3000 above the Carson Pass in the Sierra Nevada, California, USA

Roseroot (Sedum rosea) flowering in a gap between granite boulders. This plant is so-called because of the rose-like scent emitted when its roots are cut

Penstemon newberryi
Newberrys penstemon flowers (Penstemon newberryi). Photographed at Yosemite National Park, California, USA

Penstemon davidsonii
Davidsons penstemon flowers (Penstemon davidsonii). Photographed at Yosemite National Park, California, USA

Volcanic rock cavities. The deep holes in this granitic boulder, called Tafoni, are are formed when granular rock such as basalt or sandstone is eroded by the sea. Photographed in Corsica, France

Lodgepole pine (Pinus contorta)
Lodgepole pine tree (Pinus contorta) and Newberrys penestemon flowers (Penestemon newberryi, pink) Photographed at Yosemite National Park, California, USA

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"Exploring the Granitic Wonders: From Namibia's Spitzkoppe to Portugal's Douro River" Embarking on an adventure through the rugged landscapes of Namibia, a woman finds herself hiking towards the majestic Spitzkoppe natural rock arch. As she reaches the summit, her gaze is captivated by the breathtaking sight of the sun setting over this granitic wonder. The vibrant hues of orange and pink paint the sky, creating a mesmerizing backdrop for her awe-inspiring journey. Leaving behind Namibia's beauty, our traveler now stands at Fraga do Puio, overlooking the Douro river that separates Portugal and Spain. Here, granite stones dotting Carrascalinho and Fornos in Lagoaca add to the charm of this picturesque region. The granitic high plateau above Douro river cliffs forms an imposing border with Spain as it stretches into infinity. As she ventures further along these cliffs that mark Portugal's boundary with Spain, stone becomes omnipresent - from sturdy walls to quaint houses built entirely out of this enduring material. A millstone adorning a traditional house in Castelo Rodrigo showcases its rich history while windows adorned with roses offer glimpses into a bygone era. Intricate details come alive as she encounters a 16th-century window at Castelo Rodrigo - each delicate carving telling stories of past generations. Walking down its main street, time seems to stand still amidst preserved architecture and cobblestone pathways; one can't help but feel transported back in time. From Namibia's Spitzkoppe to Portugal's historic villages like Castelo Rodrigo, granitic wonders leave an indelible mark on those who dare venture forth. These captivating landscapes remind us of nature's artistry and humanity's ability to create lasting legacies from humble stones – truly showcasing their timeless allure.