It's located right at the easternmost point of southern Spain. The place likely owes its name to the monk seals that once inhabited this reef, which ancient sailors may have mistaken for mermaids; these mammals no longer live on the coast of Cabo de Gata. (And unfortunately, I didn't see any mermaids either...)

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Pauli

April 25, 2022

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The Cape "Cabo de Gata" consists of high rocks that protrude into the sea. On it stands the lighthouse "Faro de Cabo de Gata". From the viewing platform there are views of the rocky coasts and in particular of the striking rock formations "Arrecife de las Sirenas" rising out of the sea right next to it.

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Pino®ompeTijas

August 13, 2022

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Nice place to admire the Sirens Reef

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