The crystal clear water that forms the Genal river appears in torrents from the depths of a beautiful hollow on the outskirts of Igualeja.
The water cascades down a series of waterfalls and past a cafe restaurant that is open all year round.
Alongside lies a leisure and children’s play area and parking.
The Genal river is acknowledged as one of the cleanest in Europe.
Nacimiento del Río Genal, Igualeja
Ronda - the City of Dreams - is in the big three Andaluz tourist attractions, behind Sevilla and Granada, in the early 21st century. However, it retains much of its historic charm, particularly its old town. It is famous worldwide for its dramatic views, and for the El Tajo gorge…
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