Rock Formations

Leonardo da Vinci was one of many to find inspiration in this unique, rocky landscape in Tuscany.

This rock formation above the Wabash River is part of an ancient coral reef.

Colorful sedimentary rock layers provide opportunities both for hiking and photography.

Named for its similarity to the tip of a violin's bow, this striking formation was created by millions of years of erosion.

The cliff and rock formations are made out of Sioux Quartzite.

It's believed human settlements from the Palaeolithic Age were established not far from this canyon.

This large chunk of dark rock is a relic from an ancient volcanic eruption.

A natural rock bridge towers above the sea.

On the edge of this small Washington Park, a piece of the Earth's mantle has come to the surface.

Within the Dadès Gorge, amazing vistas and towering cliff faces can be seen at each new curve and bend in the road.

Cooled, fractured lava formed this geometric rock feature.

On one of the world's most active volcanoes, a pebble-filled crater changes color with the wind.

Harder layers in colorful sandstone weather out as prominent “fins" and even more intricate and bizarre shapes.

Legend says this rock spire is the finger of a witch who wanted to throw the Faroe Islands towards Iceland.

For over a century, it has been a tradition to raise a flag at the top of this 450-foot sandstone pillar on the 4th of July.

According to legend, this rock represents a young girl trapped by an evil ocean spirit.