City of Otranto - Quarry of Bauxite
Channel: Città aperte in rete
Date: 2018-08-31

A few minutes from the port of Otranto, close to the paths leading to the pleasant pinewood of the Orte, the landscape is characterized by the presence of the Bauxite quarry.
The vivid blue backdrop of the Otranto canal is a wonderful frame, while the ancient tower of Serpe peeks out from the coast.
The rich contrast of colours makes this place among the most unique views of Salento and a destination for all geotrekking enthusiasts.
The quarry was exploited by the '40s for the extraction of bauxite, to be then decommissioned in 1976.

Città @perte in rete
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