Cabo Sardão
Portugal
Cabo Sardão lies on the wild and rugged southwestern coast of Portugal. Cabo Sardão's geology features ancient, compressed, and folded strata that are about 300 million years old, primarily composed of schist, slate, and compact limestone. This layered, dark grey rock is heavily shaped by tectonic forces, resulting in rugged cliffs, caves, and bays along the coast. The layered appearance comes from the original sedimentary bedding, which was later deformed by tectonic activity.
This is a secluded part of the world, that is regularly buffeted with high winds and large waves. It is popular with bird watchers, as many species frequent or migrate through the area. It is a nesting place for White Storks. The flora of Cabo Sardão includes diverse plant life such as heather, Hottentot fig (pictured here), and a variety of wild flowers like poppies that grow on the cliffs and in the valleys.
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