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The Canals of Padules. By Juanma López Almería is known for its corners of contrasts. We go from its beautiful coastline to its desert, the protagonist of so many Hollywood Westerns, without forgetting the relatively recent discovery of the Pulpí Geode . However, although a priori not so popular, the easternmost province of Andalusia is home to other equally striking places. This is the case of the Las Canales de Padules Natural Monument , a two-kilometer-long gorge that separates the Sierra Nevada and Sierra de Gádor mountain ranges. We are in the heart of the Alpujarra of Almería , a group of 22 municipalities surrounded by a mountainous environment that reaches over 2,000 meters in height and that moves away from the plain image that is usually found in the Andalusian province. And among that handful of towns we stop at Padules , as it is as it passes through this charming municipality where the Andarax River transforms into a series of pools and waterfalls, drawing a canvas that delights the retina of those who visit it.
But although the photogenicity of this parade of waterfalls known as Las Canales de Padules is indisputable, the canyon through which the river runs is not far behind. The Almarax riverbed has done its work as a sculptor very well and has patiently chiseled out whimsical nooks, creating a true work of natural art that, added to the pools, offers a perfect place Colombia Mobile Number List to enjoy a rural getaway with an Almerian essence. The Canals of Padules The Canals of Padules. By Padules City Council To get to this unique place you can leave your car directly in the parking lot located one kilometer from the municipality of Padules. Free parking all year round except for the summer months, when a fee of 3 euros is paid. It is important to mention that getting wet is inevitable since you have to literally cross the pools.
In the areas of Las Canales de Padules and after heavy rains, the depth of the puddles can reach a meter in height but with a pair of booties it does not present any major complications. In summer, when the depth is shallower, if you don't want to get wet it is best to wear shorts. The Canjorros The Canjorros. By Paco López The route to explore Las Canales de Padules is linear and fun because, in addition to overcoming the pools, the path presents several rocks and backwaters full of vegetation that must be avoided. A most entertaining route in which you have to pay special attention to each step but which offers a landscape that comforts the adventurous soul in which, among other plant species, poplars, ashes, blackberries, tamarisks, reeds and gayombas. Without taking a fast pace, getting to Las Canales de Padules from the parking lot usually takes approximately an hour and a half. It is a route that is very well signposted and is classified as medium-low difficulty.
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