The Mysterious Morros of Chile's Atacama Desert
Morro is a type of rock formation that is found in the Atacama Desert in Chile. It is a distinctive geological feature that is characterized by a large, rounded or oval-shaped rock that rises abruptly from the surrounding flat desert floor.
Morros are formed when sand and sediment accumulate in a depression or hollow in the desert floor, and over time, the material hardens into a solid rock. The wind and water erode the surrounding landscape, leaving the morro standing alone as a prominent feature of the desert landscape.
Morros can range in size from just a few meters to over 100 meters tall, and they can be found throughout the Atacama Desert, which is one of the driest places on Earth. Some popular examples of morros include the Morro de Arica, the Morro de Copiapó, and the Morro de Antofagasta.
In addition to their geological significance, morros also have cultural and historical importance for the indigenous people of the region, who have used them as landmarks and sacred sites for centuries.