The Doñana National Park, located between the regions of Huelva, Seville and Cadiz, forms a rich ecosystem where a great biodiversity unique in Europe coexists. It is worth to mention above all its marshland, for its great importance both in the route of thousands of European and African birds, as well as a breeding and wintering place for them. In this Park live unique and endangered species such as the Iberian imperial eagle and the Iberian lynx, in addition to 300 different species of birds.

Besides, this park’s landscapes stand out due to the system of moving dunes that runs between Matalascañas and the mouth of the Guadalquivir river, with more than 25 kilometres of virgin beaches and white sands. This rich ecosystem reflects how rich and diverse can be the Spanish cultural heritage far from it image of party and warm weather.

The natural park of Lagunas de Ruidera is located within the autonomous community of Castilla-La Mancha, between the provinces of Ciudad Real and Albacete. This area encompasses a set of 15 lagoons along the Alto Guadiana valley and in the area of the source of the Guadiana river in an area of 3772 hectares.

It was declared a natural park in 1979, thus obtaining protection to preserve the heritage it contains. Within this heritage you can find many animals and plants, mountains of holm oaks and juniper trees, poplar groves and lush vegetation such as Masiega or Enea. Visitors will also be able to contemplate the flight of the partridge eagle and the imperial heron, and enjoy the murmur produced by the numerous waterfalls in this area.

Another place worth to visit nearby this area is the archaeological park of Alarcos, which can be found following the course of the Guadiana River. Here is located a field where visitors can admire the traces of the bronze culture, highlighting the Iberian and medieval remains that are preserved as a castle and a Gothic hermitage. If you love nature and want to discover some off the beaten track places in Spain to deepen your knowledge of the Spanish culture, you definitely don’t want to miss it!