From the beautiful sculptures in India, to brilliant castles in Europe, the natural stones have paved itself as an important part of history. None of its contemporaries can stand it for its unanimous strength, beauty and charming view.

The natural stone has always been the identity maker for the landscape. The gravel, the paves and the cobblestones has their own sense of individuality and appeal and adds that to the magnetism of the landscape. Landscaping with natural stones brings an aura of nature around you besides maintaining the civilized appeal at the same time.

This page discusses some of the premier stones used to dress up the landscapes:

ÞFlag Stone: Flat slabs of stone, generally used in pavements and flooring are made up of Flag Stones. They are available in regular as well as irregular shapes and sizes. Flag stones enhance the beauty of many places like swimming pools, barbeque, or fireplaces as well. Slate, Limestone and sand stone are common examples of Flag Stone.

ÞStone Curbs: These stones are generally used in gardens to provide the edges or the curbs there. They are also used for roads, driveways, parking areas, stairs, and other constructions where there is a need for curbs. They are available in curved as well as straight shapes and could be arranged in many shapes to enhance the beauty of the landscape. Slates and granites are popular Stone Curbs.

ÞCobblestone: The Cobble stones are generally irregular and circular in shape and size. They are also available in small as well as large sizes. They are primarily found in the beaches or by the river sides, so they are also termed as river cobbles or beach cobbles.The cobble stones are equally strong and long lasting and used as paving deterrent.

ÞStone Pavers: In the majority of landscape projects, the stone pavers are used worldwide. They are available in different shapes, sizes and colors to suit the requirements of each individual. The stone pavers are generally used for remodeling driveways, highways, and pathways. The stone pavers can also be used to give the gardens a new dimension as well because of its eye catching designs. Being the slip resistant pavers, their finishes are very perfect and are gaining popularity due to its strength and durability all over the world.