In the quiet earth of southern Spain , hidden inside an abandoned silver mine, lies the Pulpí Geode — a room made not by human hands, but by the patient breath of the earth. Discovered in 1999 beneath the Sierra del Aguilón , this crystalline chamber is one of the largest known crystal geodes in the world, especially among selenite-lined types. About 26 feet long, its walls are lined with “ Crystal Guardians ” — translucent selenite blades   reaching up to 6.5 feet, each a m

What happens when you pack your gear, water bottles, fluffy cat, love of rocks, and then head off the grid? For us, it meant dirty fingernails, bruises and scrapes, and a whole lot of adventure while soaking in the kind of quiet you can only find where the wild things are. We spent 12 days rockhounding in Wyoming and South Dakota and came home with stories, treasures, and just a little sunburn. We weren’t exactly sure what we’d find — but that was part of the fun!

Crystal collecting is shifting from geology to metaphysics as more people seek meaning, intuition, and energetic connection through stones. What was once a scientific hobby is now a soulful practice for many, blending structure with spirit. From quartz to tourmaline, collectors are tuning into how crystals feel—not just how they form. Explore why this transformation is unfolding and how both logic and mystery can coexist in the world of crystals.

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