Nerja barlangjai

Spectacular Caves

Explore the diverse geological landscape of Nerja, ranging from the world-renowned Nerja Caves to hidden coastal grottoes. This collection features the massive stalactite formations and prehistoric paintings of the main cavern system alongside marine caves like Lobo Marino, accessible via the Maro-Cerro Gordo cliffs. These sites offer significant archaeological value, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Paleolithic era, and showcase the unique karst topography of the Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama Natural Park.

Spectacular Caves — Térkép

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Nerja Caves

The Caves of Nerja are a series of caverns close to the town of Nerja in the Province of Málaga, Spain.

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Cueva del Lobo Marino

A marine cave located along the Maro-Cerro Gordo cliffs, accessible by sea. It is named after the Mediterranean monk seals that historically used the cavern as a habitat.

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Covacha

A natural rock shelter situated within the rugged terrain of the Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama Natural Park.

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Cueva de las Palomas

An archaeological site in the Maro-Cerro Gordo Cliffs Natural Area, known for prehistoric remains and its role as a nesting site for local bird species.

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Cueva de la Parra

A limestone cave formation located in the mountainous hinterland of the Axarquía region, north of Nerja.