Habitats

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Geology is an exhilarating field, revealing the dynamic processes that shape our planet. Ocean basins shift, continents collide, mountains rise and erode, sea levels fluctuate, and catastrophic events like volcanic eruptions and asteroid impacts can drastically alter life on Earth. This book explores the geological history of the Salzburg and Upper Bavarian area through 38 excursions that span 260 million years, showcasing how this rich timeline has crafted the region's stunning landscape. The diverse marine and terrestrial deposits found here make it an ideal location for understanding geological processes. The geological heritage has also significantly influenced cultural developments in Salzburg. With numerous color photographs and topographical maps, the book encourages exploration of the region's most remarkable geological features, accessible via public transport. Notably, for over 450 years until 1803, these sites were part of the Prince-bishopric of Salzburg, intertwining their geological significance with a rich political and cultural history. This journey through the rock archive invites readers to appreciate the Earth's past and consider its future.