The Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park is situated in the Melaky region of Madagascar on its west coast. Tsingy means "walking on tiptoes" or "where one cannot walk" in malagasy which is perfectly fitting for this labyrinth of limestone needles that covers 666 square Kilometers (257 sq mi). It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1990 because of its unique geography, preserved mangrove forests and lemur populations. Despite its cold, dangerous appearance, the rock formations have become like rows of apartment building for a multitude of species, including 11 different types of lemurs!
For more Pictures and info check out these link:
http://www.bbc.com/travel/story/20121113-madagascars-labyrinth-of-stone (mostly pictures with some context)
http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2009/11/stone-forest/shea-text/2 (this one covers a bit about the place in general)
http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2009/11/stone-forest/alvarez-photography#/14-aerial-view-714.jpg (This is only photos)
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