Hohenstein, Natural monument and rock formation in Wuppertal, Germany.
Hohenstein is a dolomite cliff formation in a park near Wuppertal that rises from the surrounding wooded landscape. The rock displays exposed geological layers that visitors can view from different angles throughout the site.
The formation dates back about 390 million years to the Middle Devonian period when it was part of an ancient coral reef. These marine deposits were later incorporated into the limestone structures of the region.
The site was used as a gathering place in the 1800s and connects to local traditions about the land and nature. People came here to feel tied to the history and stories of the region.
Two footpaths lead to this formation and make it easy to access on foot. Informational signs help visitors understand the geological features and history of the place.
Local names like Teufelskanzel and Devil's Desk show how people perceived this rock formation over time. These colorful names came from stories told and retold through generations.
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