A walk through castles carved out of eucalyptus trees, mostly felled by various circumstances (temporary or disease) and trunks on the ground, a place that many call the magic mountain.
Before entering the Parque Forestal La Victoria, named after the patron saint of the city, we can find a small hill on which there is a path of about 300 metres. This mountain is called Monte Calvario.
In it and along the whole path, as well as going into the trees, we can find more than two dozen trunks and trees where the artist Manuel Ledesma has turned these trunks into sculptures.
This artist has turned these tree trunks into real sculptures, first carving small trunks and then the whole base of the tree.
Most of the sculptures seem to be castles, palaces or they can also be churches as I see motifs of both in the carving, several details indicate it, such as crosses, religious figures, among others.
But it is also true that many of them look like fantasy buildings, perhaps from films or just from the sculptor's imagination.
This artist is dedicated to carving in glass, but some years ago, about 10 years ago, he began to carve in wood, seeking to experiment with other materials.
Sometimes he can even be seen carving a tree, as he lives near the forest and some of his works have taken him more than two months to complete.
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All these works of art have turned this forest into a natural museum, where people from the city, but also many tourists come to take pictures, but also to try to find each and every one of the carved trunks.
Most of them can be found at the edge of the path, but many others can be found walking through the forest.
It is a very well lit place and as one of the signs says, probably put up by a local, it is a magical mountain.
As I mentioned, this forest is in an earlier location than the forest reserve, which occupies a large area. But in both places we can be in full contact with nature, far from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the native vegetation as well as certain animals such as squirrels.
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To get to the place you must first find the Church of La Victoria, one of the last ones in the central district, since it was originally built in an area of orchards. From there it is a long walk to the north.
After climbing several slopes, the landscape of trees begins to appear, and if you continue a little further, you will see the first sculptures.
Not only did I follow the marked path, but I went deep into the greenery to look for each and every one of these sculptures. Some were somewhat hidden by the thick vegetation and others I found at the end of the path in what seems to be a resting place in the forest.
In that place I could see loose trunks in the dream with sculptures, somewhat different from the rest, but equally beautiful.
Admiring each of these carved sculptures we can see a lot of details in them, most of them are geometrical figures such as squares, stars, crosses, but we can also see flowers, butterflies and even faces, either of human beings or fantasy.
You can also see several trunks where the artist started the sculpture and where it is still in progress.
All this path is surrounded by numerous trees, mostly eucalyptus, and besides enjoying a beautiful art, you can appreciate nature, walk, and take pleasant walks admiring the beautiful scenery.
I am delighted to share this art in the middle of nature with all of you. I send you my best regards and see you next time.
Amonet.
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every carving on the wood and trees in the forest is very beautiful, I really like looking at it
It has been a spectacular journey! Thank you very much!😃
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Thank you!!
What beautiful places you have there to see and learn about such beautiful things, what a genuine idea the sculptor who carved these wonderful works in tree trunks and stems had.
I loved this beautiful visit to the magical mountain, dear friend @avdesing, I appreciate that you made us aware of this natural charm.
A big hug for the whole family
When I heard about this place, I told myself I had to go there and I was really fascinated! Thank you @jlufer 😃
Blessed you are to see this beautiful carved scenery in real. This looks so attractive and wonderful.
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I was fascinated when I found this place and enjoyed it very much, it is beautiful! Thank you so much!❤️
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Thank you so much!😃
This is perfect place for witches to ask spell...silent, artistic and middle of no where....I am amazed with the beautiful piece of the art work carried out on each of them...too good to stop and appreciate the art work.
I told you I was going to a beautiful place, here it is! Yes there I did some spells🤣
Increíble todas las esculturas que hizo Que hermosa iniciativa
Me sorprendí mucho al encontrar este lugar, es precioso! Muchas gracias!😃
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This is very creative. I saw a tree trunk that looked like a bear and thought it would be a great opportunity for someone to carve it. I'm glad someone took the time where you live to create this imaginative work.
This work is incredible, I loved finding this wonderful place, seeing every detail was amazing!!! Thank you so much!😃
Necesito urgente un paseo por un lugar así. Demasiad hermoso esos tallados, imaginé tal vez un par de gnomos haciendo vida en uno de esos castillos. Genial lugar, gracias por compartirlo. abrazo.
Creo que en ese lugar viven las hadas, creo que si!! Me encanta , voy a volver porque luego hay bosque y bosque y más bosque y monte. Impresionante! Gracias Zully!❤️
Perhaps the most amazing trip through Malaga, I have been fascinated with the work of Manuel Ledesma, the forest looks like a fantasy. In fact, since this time you have not told us the story of the little inhabitants of the forest, in my head my own story has begun... maybe someday I will tell it. A big hug and I wish you many successes. You deserve it
In this opportunity .... I only showed the forest with the works... the story will come... hahaha how nice it must be to live far away from people. I hope to move soon!!! Thank you!🤗
When you leave, take the internet with you, we don't want to lose you. Good afternoon 🤗
I hope so hahaha there's internet there hahaha
I don't trust much, there you have portable coverage, in case you need it
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🤣🤣🤣🤣I'll try to do so hahaha
wow what a tremendous artist the one who makes these castles in the trees is splendid.
It's true Monica! Thank you!😃
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Thank you!!
What a talent to carve the logs and make such an art, it is a natural museum, one that I would love to go and stay and live if possible haha.
They say there are owls there.... you could come! I want a little house there far away from the world!😍
Que talento tiene, increible.
Me encanta encontrar estas cosas, me fascina!!! Gracias @eve66 ❤️
Wow, that's a creative artist!
Have you tried posting your travel blogs on @travelfeed? I'm sure the image gallery feature would look great!
Yes, it's really creative and cool. Thank you very much I will look into it. Thanks for your support and comment!😃