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There are many reasons that place Spain among the countries receiving the most visitors in the world. A colourful culture, traditions rooted in society, an ideal climate, paradisiacal beaches, an enviable historical heritage and the star of this article: unique natural landscapes. Here is our selection, that shows that in addition to the sun and the beach, Spain is home to many treasures waiting to be discovered.
On the coast of Lugo (Galicia), the wind, the waves and the tides gave birth to a natural monument: the beach of Aguas Santas. This place has earned the nickname "Cathedrals Beach" because of a network of rock formations where mazes, arches more than 30 metres high, mysterious columns and caves that appear at low tide, recreate an atmosphere that resembles gothic style. In this panorama, we must add around 1,000 metres of fine white sand, the sound of breaking waves and the visit of seagulls.
The beauty and originality of this natural landscape has made this enclave appear year after year at the top of the ranking of "best beaches in the world". And, the fact is that visiting this remote Galician destination is one of the experiences that will contribute to say "my trip to Spain was really impressive".
Although many more places would be needed to name each of Spain's natural landscapes, these may be at the top of your list that cannot be missed.
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Planet Mars seems to have its replica in Spain’s RioTinto Mining Park. The mining activity that has developed for thousands of years in this place has drawn a natural landscape where the colours red, ochre and yellow and the absence of vegetation give a unique image. It not only gave its red colour to the Tinto river, but also gave it its name.
This phenomenon is due to the fact that its acid waters contain iron and heavy metals such as zinc and copper, among others.
Despite the fact that in the beginning it was considered that life was not possible in this environment because of its unfavourable conditions, time has shown that we were wrong. In fact, NASA is conducting studies on this place to answer some questions that arise about the red planet.
The Tinto river flows over 100km through the province of Huelva and its journey ends by joining the river Odiel. You will be able to follow its route from a train while observing the mining sites (such as what was, in the past, the largest open-pit mining site in Europe) and discover all the aspects that made this place one of the most fascinating natural landscapes of Andalusia.
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In the municipality of Manacor, near the city of Porto Cristo, we find this fascinating Spanish landscape that reveals the underground wealth of the Balearic island of Mallorca.
The Dragon’s Caves are a group of 4 caves: Cova Negra, Cova de Lluís Salvador, Cova dels Francesos and Cova Blanca, with a depth of about 25 metres. They are connected to each other and shelter Lake Martel which, at 115 metres long, is one of the largest underground lakes in the world.
The cave's show, where stalactites and stalagmites alternate, impress all those who have the chance to see it. In addition, during the tours, you can explore the lake in illuminated boats and enjoy a classical music concert that has been held since 1935, adding more charm to your visit.
Its name, Cuevas del Dragón (Dragon's Caves), is due to the legend that there was a dragon who kept a precious treasure in this place so that pirates could not get their hands on it.
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