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The Castro de Las Cogotas, located in the municipality of Cardeñosa (Ávila), is one of the most emblematic Iron Age archaeological sites on the Iberian Peninsula, especially linked to the Vetton people. It is situated on a hill next to the Adaja River, surrounded by holm oak groves, pastures, and fertile land. This location offered defensive advantages and abundant natural resources. The fort is open to the public and has an Interpretation Center that explains its history and characteristics. Periodic archaeological conferences are also held on the site.

Mingubela Cave, also known as Peña Mingubela, is a fascinating rock shelter located near the small village of Ojos Albos in Ávila, Spain. This site is known for its ancient cave paintings, which depict various figures, including warriors, some of whom are shown holding shields or in prayer positions. The cave is divided by a stone column, which adds to its unique structure. If you are interested in visiting, it is important to note that the cave is only accessible on foot and the path can be quite steep, so it is advisable to bring a flashlight and seek precise directions from locals. Additionally, there are several hiking trails in the area, such as the circular trail from Ojos Albos that includes La Atalaya and Mingubela Cave.

This dolmen has an ancient history, being used as a burial place from the end of the Neolithic to the beginning of the Bronze Age, covering the last centuries of the fourth millennium BC. until the first third of the second millennium BC. Its presence evokes mystery and connects us with the ancient cultures that built it.

Megalithic monument built with granite or slate from a local quarry for ceremonial purposes.

On the other side of the Arroyo del Corral is this well-known cave where cave paintings are found. Just above it, we can find Peña de la Mora.

Rounded mountain range that is easily accessible from several towns. From the geodesic vertex there are impressive front-row views of the Sierra de la Paramera, La Serrota, the Amblés valley to the south and all of La Moraña to the north.

From this point you can see the town of Valdecasa where the mountain of El Berrocalejo rises in the background. It is an area of the Central System where batholiths appear, a granitic rock formation that forms stone balls typical of these areas.

The Collado de la Honda is the final part of an old glacier that ends at this point. The glacier is the result of ancient times when the glacial movements were more southern and this is an example of how in this area of the middle of the Meseta there were.