What is recorded here
Samson's Ribs is a sea cliff composed of Old Red Sandstone, formed during the Devonian period around 400 to 360 million years ago through sedimentary deposition. It is notable for its striking vertical formations and erosion patterns, which reflect the region's geological history and coastal dynamics.
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Places near here
Wells o' WearieSpring · 111 yd
Edinburgh, Holyrood Park, Wells O' Wearie CottageEstate Cottage (19th Century) · 165 yd
Raven's RockCliff · 264 yd
Sunlit hill above St LeonardsMountain or hill · 294 yd
The Nether HillMountain / peak · 314 yd
Holyrood Park, Arthur's SeatArrowhead (bronze Age) · 332 yd
Edinburgh, Holyrood Park Road, Pollock Halls of Residence, Turner HouseHall of Residence (modern) · 363 yd
Edinburgh, Holyrood Park, Salisbury CragsQuarry(s) (period Unassigned) · 370 yd
Edinburgh, Holyrood ParkNo Class (event) (21st Century) · 400 yd
Arthur's Seat from Whinny HillMountain or hill · 438 yd
Crow HillMountain / peak · 444 yd
Arthur's Seat, Holyrood ParkNo Class (event) (period Unassigned) · 504 yd