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The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes
and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and
archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory
captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The
community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and
relevant links.


 Pantalica and Mongibello, Sicily

   February 19, 2021

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   Photographer:  Orazio Mezzio
   Summary Author:  Orazio Mezzio

   Seen above is the  megalithic  necropolis of  Pantalica in the
   province of Syracuse, Italy. These cemeteries contain over 5,000 tombs
   and were in use between the 13th and 7th century BC in the late
    Bronze Age. In 2005, this site was awarded, together with the city
   of Syracuse, the title of  World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its
   special historical, archaeological, speleological and landscape
   profiles.  Mount Etna (also known as Mongibello) is steaming in the
   background.
     * Pantalica, Italy Coordinates:  37.1415, 15.0297

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