Capo Testa, Granite peninsula in Santa Teresa Gallura, Italy.
The peninsula extends into the Strait of Bonifacio with two beaches featuring white sand, Cala Spinosa and Zia Colomba, separated by a narrow isthmus.
Romans extracted granite from Capo Testa quarries and transported the stone blocks to construct buildings in Rome until the Middle Ages.
The Valley of the Moon area contains natural granite formations shaped by erosion, creating a landscape of massive stone blocks and hidden paths.
Multiple trails start from the main parking area at the highest point of Capo Testa, leading to different beaches and the white lighthouse.
The peninsula offers views of Corsica across the Mediterranean Sea, while its granite cliffs serve as nesting spots for marine birds.
Location: Santa Teresa Gallura
GPS coordinates: 41.23861,9.14917
Latest update: March 3, 2025 20:17
Geological formations develop over millions of years through natural processes including erosion, weathering, and tectonic activity. These rocks and stone structures take various forms – arches, monoliths, spheres, and pillars – shaped by wind, water, and time. They document Earth's geological history and provide insight into the forces that have sculpted our planet. From the red sandstone formations of the Australian outback to the granite arches of Central Europe, these sites demonstrate the diversity of geological processes across different climates and landscapes. The collection includes locations such as Uluru in Australia's Northern Territory, a 1,142-foot (348-meter) sandstone monolith of cultural significance to the Anangu people. In Rogaland, Norway, Kjeragbolten is a boulder wedged between two cliff faces. Pravčická Brána in the Czech Republic's Ústí nad Labem region is Europe's largest natural sandstone arch with a span of 85 feet (26 meters). Other examples include the Moeraki Boulders in New Zealand, nearly spherical stones along the beach, and El Capitan in California, a 2,900-foot (900-meter) granite wall. These formations serve both geological research and as destinations for travelers interested in exploring natural landforms.
Valle della Luna
715 m
Strait of Bonifacio natural reserve
14.2 km
Lu Brandali nuragic complex
2.2 km
Faro di Capo Testa
704 m
Punta Falcone
8.1 km
Torre di Vignola
14.3 km
Torre di Longonsardo
3.7 km
Phare des Îles Lavezzi
14.1 km
Chiesa della Madonna del Buoncammino
4.3 km
Sito Archeologico Lu Brandali - Mostra di Archeologia Nuragica
2.4 km
Cala Spinosa Beach
486 m
Spiaggia La Licciola
10.5 km
LU BRANDALI - Mostra di Archeologia Nuragica
2.4 km
La Marmorata
7.5 km
Spiaggia di Rena di Levante
1.1 km
Spiaggia Rio Li Sardi
13.5 km
Phare écueil Lavezzi
12.4 km
Cala macchia mala
12.7 km
Rena Bianca
3.4 km
Rena Majori
7.3 km
Spiaggia La Padda
5.4 km
Spiaggia Zia Culumba
820 m
Spiaggia La liscia
13.2 km
Porto di Santa Teresa Gallura
3.8 km
Archipelago of La Maddalena and Islands of Bocche di Bonifacio
9.7 km
Cimetières et pyramide de la Sémillante
14.1 km
Santa Teresa Gallura Port
3.8 km
Complesso nuragico di Lu Brandali
2.4 kmReviews
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