Top Tweets for #GeologicalMarvel

17 days ago

🎨 红、金、绿——自然调色盘在呼伦贝尔的毕拉河谷炸裂，每片叶子都在吟唱不同音符。🌋 嶙峋峭壁经千年时光雕琢，讲述着比记忆更古老的故事！ #魅力呼伦贝尔 #呼伦贝尔生态秘境 #大美中国 #畅游内蒙古 #AutumnColors #ColorSymphony #GeologicalMarvel #CliffFormations #AncientLandscapes

Skyline800604's tweet photo. 🎨 红、金、绿——自然调色盘在呼伦贝尔的毕拉河谷炸裂，每片叶子都在吟唱不同音符。🌋 嶙峋峭壁经千年时光雕琢，讲述着比记忆更古老的故事！
#魅力呼伦贝尔 #呼伦贝尔生态秘境
#大美中国 #畅游内蒙古
#AutumnColors #ColorSymphony #GeologicalMarvel #CliffFormations #AncientLandscapes https://t.co/od6RKsQB7m

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Dawit Arega-@VisitEthiopiaTours @Exoticethiopian

3 months ago

THE DAY EARTH DEFIED PHYSICS: THE UNTOLD MASTERPIECE OF HUMAN EXPLORATION! https://t.co/q29ZBMjckQ #VisitEthiopia #DallolVolcano #ErtaAle #TravelAfrica #OutboundTourism #DocumentaryFilming #ExpeditionAfar #GeologicalMarvel #UntouchedEarth #ExtremeExpedition #TravelEthiopia

Exoticethiopian's tweet photo. THE DAY EARTH DEFIED PHYSICS: THE UNTOLD MASTERPIECE OF HUMAN EXPLORATION!

https://t.co/q29ZBMjckQ

#VisitEthiopia #DallolVolcano #ErtaAle #TravelAfrica #OutboundTourism #DocumentaryFilming #ExpeditionAfar #GeologicalMarvel #UntouchedEarth #ExtremeExpedition #TravelEthiopia https://t.co/gL7gUDgxP8

Zywire @zywiremedia1

about 1 year ago

@AMAZlNGNATURE Looks like a natural rock formation shaped by erosion & tectonic forces 🌋—but it sure feels like a scene straight out of Lord of the Rings! 🧙‍♂️✨ #NatureWonders #MysteryDoorway #GeologicalMarvel #KazakhstanMountains

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Geology Bits of Knowledge

@geologyBits

about 1 year ago

In Geology ✔️ Mineralogy - Botany #SolutreRock #GeologicalMarvel #PrehistoricSite #SolutreanCulture 🔁 The Majestic Solutré Rock: A Geological Marvel of Burgundy ▶️ Rising dramatically from the vineyards of southern Burgundy, the Rock of Solutré stands as a testament to millions of years of Earth’s history and human legacy. Why does this limestone giant captivate geologists and historians alike? ▶️ Formation Story The Rock of Solutré, a limestone escarpment in Saône-et-Loire, France, was shaped over 150 million years ago during the Middle Jurassic period. At that time the region was submerged under a tropical sea, where coral reefs thrived, forming resistant polystone limestones that now crown the rock’s summit. Between 150 and 130 million years ago, softer limestone layers developed, followed by fine chalky deposits during the Cretaceous period (130–65 million years ago). Around 70 million years ago the sea retreated, and erosion began sculpting the landscape. The uplift of the Alps approximately 30 million years ago, caused significant tectonic activity, fracturing the land and creating the Saône basin. This upheaval tilted the Mâconnais plateaus eastward, forming the distinctive Solutré–Vergisson–Montsard cuestas. Glacial episodes starting around 650,000 years ago, further refined the rock’s angular cliffs through frost-induced erosion, leaving debris at its base. Today, Solutré’s steep western slope and gentler eastern incline make it a striking monoclinal range, unique in the region. ▶️ Geological Information The Rock of Solutré, standing at 493 meters, is a rare geological phenomenon in Burgundy, primarily composed of Jurassic limestone with a crystalline sub-basement. Its formation is tied to the collision of Burgundy’s limestone with the granite of Beaujolais during the Alpine orogeny. Unlike the surrounding terrain which consists of fossilized marine organisms, Solutré’s summit is made of fossilized coral reefs, highly resistant to erosion. This resilience allowed it to endure while softer rocks eroded away, creating its prominent silhouette. The rock is part of a Grand Site de France, alongside the nearby Rock of Vergisson, and is flanked by the Saône and Grosne valleys, which mark tectonic divides. Its summit hosts a unique ecosystem, the pelouse calcicole grassland, characterized by calcicolous plants that thrive in calcium-rich soils and cannot survive in acidic conditions. This biodiversity including 40 protected species, underscores its status as a Natura 2000 area. The site’s geological significance is further enhanced by its archaeological value, with evidence of human activity dating back 55,000 years, notably from the Solutrean Paleolithic culture, named after the rock itself. ▶️ Interesting Fact The Rock of Solutré inspired the term “Solutrean,” a Paleolithic culture (22,000–17,000 years ago) known for its masterful flint-knapping, particularly the creation of distinctive “laurel leaf” spear points. Excavations between 1866 and 1925 uncovered over 100,000 animal bones, primarily reindeer and horses, at the site’s base, revealing its role as a major hunting station. However, the romantic myth of prehistoric hunters driving horses off the cliff, popularized by Adrien Arcelin’s 1872 novel, has been debunked, bones were found too far from the summit to support this theory. 🥾 Have you ever visited a geological wonder like the Rock of Solutré, or do you have a favorite prehistoric site? 🔁 Like & Share your experiences or let us know which natural landmark you’d love to explore next in the comments! 🎞️ Rock de Solutré-Pouilly in France https://t.co/XVfbs1KC2M

$geologyBits's tweet photo. In Geology ✔️ Mineralogy - Botany #SolutreRock #GeologicalMarvel #PrehistoricSite #SolutreanCulture 🔁 The Majestic Solutré Rock: A Geological Marvel of Burgundy ▶️ Rising dramatically from the vineyards of southern Burgundy, the Rock of Solutré stands as a testament to millions of years of Earth’s history and human legacy. Why does this limestone giant captivate geologists and historians alike? ▶️ Formation Story The Rock of Solutré, a limestone escarpment in Saône-et-Loire, France, was shaped over 150 million years ago during the Middle Jurassic period. At that time the region was submerged under a tropical sea, where coral reefs thrived, forming resistant polystone limestones that now crown the rock’s summit. Between 150 and 130 million years ago, softer limestone layers developed, followed by fine chalky deposits during the Cretaceous period (130–65 million years ago). Around 70 million years ago the sea retreated, and erosion began sculpting the landscape. The uplift of the Alps approximately 30 million years ago, caused significant tectonic activity, fracturing the land and creating the Saône basin. This upheaval tilted the Mâconnais plateaus eastward, forming the distinctive Solutré–Vergisson–Montsard cuestas. Glacial episodes starting around 650,000 years ago, further refined the rock’s angular cliffs through frost-induced erosion, leaving debris at its base. Today, Solutré’s steep western slope and gentler eastern incline make it a striking monoclinal range, unique in the region. ▶️ Geological Information The Rock of Solutré, standing at 493 meters, is a rare geological phenomenon in Burgundy, primarily composed of Jurassic limestone with a crystalline sub-basement. Its formation is tied to the collision of Burgundy’s limestone with the granite of Beaujolais during the Alpine orogeny. Unlike the surrounding terrain which consists of fossilized marine organisms, Solutré’s summit is made of fossilized coral reefs, highly resistant to erosion. This resilience allowed it to endure while softer rocks eroded away, creating its prominent silhouette. The rock is part of a Grand Site de France, alongside the nearby Rock of Vergisson, and is flanked by the Saône and Grosne valleys, which mark tectonic divides. Its summit hosts a unique ecosystem, the pelouse calcicole grassland, characterized by calcicolous plants that thrive in calcium-rich soils and cannot survive in acidic conditions. This biodiversity including 40 protected species, underscores its status as a Natura 2000 area. The site’s geological significance is further enhanced by its archaeological value, with evidence of human activity dating back 55,000 years, notably from the Solutrean Paleolithic culture, named after the rock itself. ▶️ Interesting Fact The Rock of Solutré inspired the term “Solutrean,” a Paleolithic culture (22,000–17,000 years ago) known for its masterful flint-knapping, particularly the creation of distinctive “laurel leaf” spear points. Excavations between 1866 and 1925 uncovered over 100,000 animal bones, primarily reindeer and horses, at the site’s base, revealing its role as a major hunting station. However, the romantic myth of prehistoric hunters driving horses off the cliff, popularized by Adrien Arcelin’s 1872 novel, has been debunked, bones were found too far from the summit to support this theory. 🥾 Have you ever visited a geological wonder like the Rock of Solutré, or do you have a favorite prehistoric site? 🔁 Like & Share your experiences or let us know which natural landmark you’d love to explore next in the comments! 🎞️ Rock de Solutré-Pouilly in France https://t.co/XVfbs1KC2M$

History world and stories @Lapnin195313

over 2 years ago

Xiaozhai Tiankang, the world's deepest natural well, is in Penji, China, reaching 662m deep and housing 1,300 species. #XiaozhaiTiankang #Penji #China #NaturalWonder #DeepestWell #GeologicalMarvel #Biodiversity #UndergroundForest #Nature #Wildlife

Lapnin195313's tweet photo. Xiaozhai Tiankang, the world's deepest natural well, is in Penji, China, reaching 662m deep and housing 1,300 species.

#XiaozhaiTiankang #Penji #China #NaturalWonder #DeepestWell #GeologicalMarvel #Biodiversity #UndergroundForest #Nature #Wildlife https://t.co/OCWoi3OqW1

History world and stories @Lapnin195313

over 2 years ago

Unique Rock Formation: Hands Holding Globe in Bolivia's Valley of the Rocks #ValleyOfTheRocks #Bolivia #RockFormation #NaturalWonder #GeologicalMarvel #UniqueShapes #NatureArt #GemstoneGurus #WorldCupRock

Lapnin195313's tweet photo. Unique Rock Formation: Hands Holding Globe in Bolivia's Valley of the Rocks

#ValleyOfTheRocks #Bolivia #RockFormation #NaturalWonder #GeologicalMarvel #UniqueShapes #NatureArt #GemstoneGurus #WorldCupRock https://t.co/MBFyOgpYo4

The People’s Media

@NotLegacyMedia

over 2 years ago

Discover the timeless beauty of Devil's Tower in Wyoming! 🏞️ Marvel at this geological wonder, standing tall against the test of time. Explore the mystique of its ancient origins and the legends that surround it. 🌌 #DevilsTower #Wyoming #GeologicalMarvel #AncientMystery #NaturalWonders #ExploreNature #LegendaryLandmarks 🌲

NotLegacyMedia's tweet photo. Discover the timeless beauty of Devil's Tower in Wyoming! 🏞️ Marvel at this geological wonder, standing tall against the test of time. Explore the mystique of its ancient origins and the legends that surround it. 🌌 #DevilsTower #Wyoming #GeologicalMarvel #AncientMystery #NaturalWonders #ExploreNature #LegendaryLandmarks 🌲

Tehreem Malik @Reem_arkable

over 2 years ago

Unveiling the captivating tale of Al Naslaa rock: a silent witness to the passage of time, its split formation shrouded in intrigue. Explore the wonders of our Earth! #GeologicalMarvel #WonderofNature

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Biswajit Roy, PhD @Biswa_92_Soils

over 2 years ago

A picture that represents not only present but also past earth dynamic processes.... Witnessed the orogenic forces that prevailed during the formation of the Alps. #swissAlps #geologicalmarvel

Biswa_92_Soils's tweet photo. A picture that represents not only present but also past earth dynamic processes....
Witnessed the orogenic forces that prevailed during the formation of the Alps.
#swissAlps #geologicalmarvel https://t.co/I0ODyhGwVB

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Wild Rover Tours @WildRoverTours

about 3 years ago

In Northern Ireland, the wild, windswept Giant's Causeway sleeps...🌬️🌊🌊🌊 👉️ https://t.co/F8p02kSWcO #WildRoverDayTours #GiantsCauseway #BelfastCity #DublinToBelfast #UNESCOHeritageSite #GeologicalMarvel

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Magana Kenyatta @Maganakenyatta

over 4 years ago

Good morning. Hit me up for your property enquiries. Mature Cashew orchard at MajiMoto, @OurKwaleCounty measuring 5.4 acres is on the market for Kes. 9.5M. A natural hotspring borders the property. #geologicalMarvel

Maganakenyatta's tweet photo. Good morning. Hit me up for your property enquiries.

Mature Cashew orchard at MajiMoto, @OurKwaleCounty measuring 5.4 acres is on the market for Kes. 9.5M.

A natural hotspring borders the property. #geologicalMarvel https://t.co/oPy9QtJODA

36IGC @igc_36

over 6 years ago

Witness the #mesmerising beauty of #Natural_Gateway at Lachung La, Himachal Pradesh. Register Now for the 36th IGC, 2020 in India. #geologicalmarvel #igc2020 #36igc

igc_36's tweet photo. Witness the #mesmerising beauty of #Natural_Gateway at Lachung La, Himachal Pradesh. Register Now for the 36th IGC, 2020 in India. #geologicalmarvel #igc2020 #36igc https://t.co/RXukRY25ip

Andrew Doyle

@andrewdoyle_com

about 11 years ago

Arthur's Seat, bitches. #GeologicalMarvel

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