Forre laviche del Simeto, Volcanic gorges in Bronte and Adrano, Italy.
The Forre laviche del Simeto are basalt canyons carved by the Simeto River through old lava flows from Etna, crossing the territories of Bronte, Adrano, and Centuripe in Sicily. The walls are made of dark solidified lava and give the gorge a raw, shadowy look.
The gorges formed as the Simeto River slowly cut through layers of hardened Etna lava over thousands of years. Over time, different peoples settled along the river, drawn by the water and the fertile land that surrounded it.
Along the riverbanks, pistachio groves and fruit orchards have been tended for generations by people from the surrounding villages. These crops shape the look of the valley and remain a visible part of everyday rural life here.
The area is only reachable on foot, and sturdy shoes are strongly advised because the lava rock surface is uneven and can be slippery. During warmer months, carrying enough water is important since shade is limited along much of the route.
bezeichnet werden. Diese natürlichen Schalen entstanden, als wirbelndes Wasser über Jahrtausende hinweg Steine gegen das Felsgestein trieb.
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