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General Nature
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Written by Sue
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Saturday, 11 October 2008 13:43 |
At the beginning of August, when the heat was turning up towards its maximum for the year, Clive and I decided to walk for a couple of kilometres up one of the smaller river beds within the Sierra de Grazalema natural park to see if any small pools lingered through the summer and just what treasures they would hold, we were more than pleased with the results.
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 11 October 2008 14:58 )
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General Nature
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Written by Sue
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Sunday, 31 August 2008 16:29 |
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Even the lightest breeze is appreciated when you are out and about in the sierras during August. We set off with sun cream, hats and plenty of chilled water, even late into the afternoons the sun showed little desire to lower in the sky. The brilliant blue skies could be relied upon to form a beautiful backdrop to most of our images with occasional pure white clouds offering an interesting colour contrast.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 19 October 2008 19:51 )
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General Nature
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Written by Sue
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Tuesday, 24 June 2008 16:00 |
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We took the drivable track that enters the Sierra de Las Nieves natural park from the western perimeter on the Ronda road. It heads about 10km in before reaching "Los Quejigales" picnic area. We were pleasantly surprised at how well the mainly gravel tracks have been maintained especially after the heavy spring rains. Cistus crispus which is a low shrub with large deep pink flowers stands out brightly against the drying grasses. We only travelled a few hundred metres before stopping to watch a Booted eagle that was carrying something in its talons. Whilst we watched a second eagle grappled, trying to steal the meal which dropped to the ground followed closely by one of the birds.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 25 June 2008 19:47 )
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General Nature
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Written by Sue
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Tuesday, 03 June 2008 00:00 |
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During May, after much debate and delay we finally took possession of some chickens. They are “Gallinas Andaluz Sureño Negro” something that has become a rare breed of chickens from Andalusia as other types have gained in popularity. We collected a cockerel and a hen from the Zoobotanico in Jerez de la Frontera as they are breeding this pure race to promote old breeds and increase their numbers. The two of them were about 3 months old, virtually all black with a green sheen and quite handsome. We also collected 3 little chicks that were still going to need a heat lamp at night!
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 18 June 2008 16:26 )
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Where to Eat
Restaurant Al Lago, Zahara de la Sierra
A stunning setting with lake views from the terrace in which to enjoy a leisurely lunch, dinner or innovative tapas. Chef Stefan Crites, who trained in New York for many years, re-interprets some of Spain’s culinary classics with a creative and exotic touch using local organic vegetables, top quality meat and fresh fish from the markets in Cadiz.
Molino Del Puente, Ronda
Beautifully set around an open central fireplace and featuring much of the original mill machinery. In the summer months there is also dining on the riverside terrace.International menu using only the finest of fresh local produce and seafood.
Hotels in the Area
Hotel Molino Del Puente, Ronda
Beautifully renovated 17th century olive mill converted into a small and friendly country hotel.
Set in beautiful countryside just 5 minutes from the historic town of Ronda in the heart of rural Andalucia.
Cortijo Valverde
Beautiful hotel with outstanding views of the surrounding countryside providing that special vacation destination for either a restful holiday, or a base from which to explore the many treasures that Andalucia and Inland Spain has to offer.
El Gastor village lodgings
Friendly, relaxed, family run B&B in the beautiful white village (pueblo blanco) of El Gastor in the heart of rural Andalucia, southern Spain. We also have available a fully renovated rustic village house and a separate studio apartment for those who prefer self-catering.
Cortijo de las Piletas
A country hotel located in the heart of Andalucia. Only 12km. from the picturesque town of Ronda, in the Natural Park of Grazalema, the Cortijo allows visitors to explore a great variety of natural environments, both on the property grounds as well as the surrounding areas.
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