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La Mancha Húmeda Biosphere Reserve

nature reserve, Spain
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The La Mancha Húmeda Biosphere Reserve is located in central Spain, between the provinces of Ciudad Real and Albacete. Established in 1980 by UNESCO, it encompasses the Ruidera Lakes, the Tablas de Daimiel National Park (a wetland), and Alcázar Lake. This reserve functions as a wildlife sanctuary and offers opportunities for outdoor recreation. The region is known for its arid yet fertile plateau, famous for its wines, saffron, and Manchego cheese. It is also historically significant as the setting for Miguel de Cervantes' novel Don Quixote, with many of the windmills from the story still present.1

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  2. Tablas de Daimiel National Park
  3. Chihuahuan Desert: Top Questions
  4. Castile–La Mancha

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