World Heritage Site of the Red Earth Mountains

Spain westbound ～ Leon (regional) The history of the open pit mine dates back to Roman times. It is designated a World Heritage Site. The history of the open pit mines dates back to the Roman period in Spain. It is accessible from Pontferrada (Ponferrada) from the Orence-Carusedo (Orense-Carucedo) road. The canal system draws water from the Eria and Cabrera rivers more than 100 kilometers away. The landscape of the site is stunningly reddish. It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997. #2024 Travel Review #Spain Travel #Castile-Reon