10 natural wonders are the largest monoliths in the world

Monolithic rocks around the world are quite a special form of objects. They exist throughout the historical length of humanity, many peoples living around it weave many legends and worship them, considering it a sacred place for pilgrimage.

The following are the largest and most special monoliths that still exist after thousands of years on Earth.

1. Devil's Tower

About 4,000 people climb to the top of the Devil Tower every year.(Photo: Lietmotiv).

Devil Tower in northeast Wyoming is America's oldest national monument. President Theodore Roosevelt planned this 5-square-kilometer area in 1906. The stone is 386 meters high, has a distinctive shape that is easy to recognize.

It has a groove structure that runs from the top to the foot, according to the legend of the natives, a giant bear that slipped from the mountain, its claws so sharp that it created those rock trenches.

Many professional climbers desire to conquer this rock, but few can do it. This is a very slippery rock, climbing on it is very difficult. Most tourists prefer to admire it from below rather than climbing to its top.

Today for tourism purposes, the site management board has built separate paths for visitors to easily go to the top of the rock. From above, visitors can easily observe the surrounding wild and majestic scenery.

2. Rocky mountains in Georgia

Georgia's rocky mountain is one of the most historic attractions in the world.(Photo: J. Miers).

This is a granite rock that is 243 meters taller than the surrounding terrain, and 487 meters above sea level. It has a circumference greater than 8km. Its location is not too far away, people from Atlanta can come here in a short time.

This rocky mountain was once the secret base of the southern army led by Jefferson Davis, Stonewall Jackson and Robert E Lee, during the American Civil War.

In nature this rock has trails that allow it to go straight to its top, even driving small trams across these roads.

3. Sigiriya

Sigiriya is also known as the Lion Mountain by British traders.(Photo: SylvainB).

One of Sri Lanka's most popular attractions, Sigiriya is a granite rock standing in the middle of a tropical forest in the center of the island nation. The sides of the rock are almost vertical, the adventurers who want to conquer this rock must be careful in orienting themselves so that they do not fall from it.

The viewing angle when standing at the top of this rock is very wide, people who are afraid of heights will not be able to fully observe this vision as it creates a very deep feeling. In addition to climbing, this place is also a testament to the civilization that existed since ancient times.

Many excavators found carved murals, dating from the 5th century. These paintings are scattered from the foot to the top of the rock. Historians hypothesize that this place is an ancient fortress built and used by a powerful monarch in Sri Lanka's history.

4. Uluru

Uluru is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.(Photo: Stanislav Fosenbauer).

Uluru is a giant sandstone block located in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, near Sydney's Opera House, which is one of the relics when it comes to being located in Australia.

The top of this rock is 348 meters high compared to the surrounding desert face, and 910 meters above sea level. This rock has two names, one is Uluru - the name was given by ancient Aboriginal people, the two are Ayers Rock - the name was given by colonial Sir Henry Ayers politician.

Some climbers come here to conquer it, even though management has built walkways and guard railings to help visitors easily go to the top of the rock. However, visitors are advised not to go up high when the weather is windy. This place is already very strong wind, the higher the wind, the stronger the blow will be, making the risk of falling from a high level very large.

5. El Peñon de Guatape

The steps are built along the groove of the mountain to help visitors climb to the top of the mountain more easily.(Photo: Anamaria Mejia).

This monolith, located in Colombia, near the town of Guatape, is separated from the residential area by a large dam. Native Tahamies saw this rock as a god and worshiped it long ago, first in 1950.

In order for the offering to become easier, people built terraces along the cracks in the El Peñon wall. The later steps have been strengthened more firmly and this place has become a tourist attraction.

Visitors coming here can buy tickets to tour, at the top of the rock there is a three-story observation tower, which can observe the surrounding scenery. Projects for tourism have been built since 1970.

6. Zuma rock

The Zuma Rock is located next to the highway leading to Nigeria's capital Abuja.(Photo: Jeff Attaway).

Zuma is a monolithic rock of more than 700 meters in rural Nigeria, about 45 minutes by car from Abuja. There is a cruel truth that most people come to Nigeria to travel to Zuma Rock, but very few people visit the capital Abuja.

There are many stories around this rock, many people see the wall on one side of the rock looks like a human face with enough eyes, nose and mouth. Locals believe that this rock is associated with their spiritual life, that it is associated with some supernatural power.

The best evidence for this is that the people unite to stand up against the government resort project when building here. The project was quickly canceled and the place still looks wild like thousands of years ago. But so, climbing up the rock is very difficult, few tourists can do this.

7. The Gibraltar rock

The UK has managed and exploited the Gibraltar rock since 1713 because it is in an important strategic position.(Photo: Sorin Colac).

Gibraltar is a giant rock located in the southwestern tip of Iberia, which is part of Gibraltar, the territory outside of England. The top of the rock is 426 meters high. This rock is of great significance for ancient European civilization, a strategic gateway similar to the Mediterranean.

Many people want to climb to the top of this rock, since it is possible to observe all of Europe and the other sea of ​​Africa.

Above is also the habitat of Barbary monkeys. It also has a tunnel system built by the British army troops from the 18th century and expanded into World War II.

And finally, on top of Gibraltar is the fortified Moorish castle that was completed in the 8th century. Because of certainty, part of the castle's space has been used as a prison since 2010.

8. Sugarloaf rock mountain

Sugarloaf Rock Mountain is a symbol of the beautiful Bay Area city of Rio de Janeiro.(Photo: Halley Pacheco de Oliveira).

Sugarloaf rock is located in Guanabara Bay of Rio de Janeiro. It was once one of the most popular tourist spots in the 19th century. Since 1912, many travelers around the world have lined up and used Brazilian money to visit this place. Since then, 37 million visitors have come here.

Sugarloaf is also the center of Rio's distinctive hilly landscape. Due to the beautiful roads and close to the bustling capital, it is rated as one of the best climbing spots in the world. When watching from the top of Sugarloaf, the whole Gulf city of Rio will reach your eye in the best way.

9. El Capitan

Mount El Capitan is a monolith of granite 914 meters high.(Photo: US Geological Survey).

Located in Yosemite Valley of Yosemite National Park, El Capitan is one of the tallest rocks in the world, reaching 914 meters high. Due to its impressive height and vertical walls, it is considered a great challenge in the mountain climbing community.

El Capitan is a tough challenge for professional climbers, regardless of the mountain side. This rock appears in many works of art, and Apple recently named El Capitan for the next version of its operating system, its image is also used as the default wallpaper.

10. Peña de Bernal

Peña de Bernal is located in Mexico's Queretaro state.(Photo: Comisión Mexicana de Filmaciones).

Peña de Bernal is 335 meters high, located a short distance from the city of San Sebastian Bernal in central Mexico. The city has become a tourist attraction by its rocky mountains next to it, and its historic beauty. It has an outdoor theater, quiet streets and a historic church.

Although not too difficult, this mountain is also climbed by mountaineers as a challenge. The roads running along the mountain have ancient churches, visitors can stop in the middle of the road to visit these chapels, or join pilgrimages organized by the diocese.