Las Médulas
archaeological site in
Castile and León
#7 in Castile and León
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#104 in Spain
Las Médulas is a stunning historical site located in the province of León, in the autonomous community of Castile and León, Spain. This area is renowned for its striking red landscape, which is the result of ancient Roman gold mining operations. The Romans employed a hydraulic mining technique known as "ruina montium" or "wrecking of mountains," which involved the use of large quantities of water to erode the earth and extract gold. The site's unique geological formations and historical significance have earned it a designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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