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World's largest mortar

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World's largest mortar

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    February 24, 2026

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    Macael's hallmark, beautiful and impressive.
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    The marble mortar is a very popular object that has become our tourist icon. Inscribed in the Guinness Book of Records, it is a tribute to the Macael marble artisans.
    Before the installation of handicraft workshops in the town, at the end of the 19th century, its complete elaboration (from the layout on a piece of white marble to its carving with pointers and grinding) determined the end of the stage in which the young people acted as apprentices, to be considered as stonemasons.
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    Fuente de las Focas of Macael – Monument to the Mother loop from Macael

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    01:29

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 550 m

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    Location: Macael, Valle del Almanzora, Almería, Andalusia, Spain

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