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Stone Monastery was founded in 1194 by Cistercian monks in the ancient castle and Old Stone by the river Piedra. It is in this river to be the fame and the attractions of the monastery. While in the monastery, the river forms numerous waterfalls, streams of water, caves and small lakes.

The highest waterfall is called Cola de Caballo, which exceeds 50 m. There is a marked path that runs all the attractions of the park along about 5 km.

These waterfalls are formed by the dissolution of limestone and subsequent precipitation of the same which occurs by reducing the flow, which is dissolved limestone in layers deposited by running water, forming many waterfalls.

It is a karst phenomenon caused by slight fluctuations in the flow of the river itself. The park also has several caves, discovered by the founder of the park. There is also the so-called Mirror Lake.

Recently, we can witness in the vicinity of the park shows with birds, among which are owls, eagles, vultures, owls and Caracas.

The Monasterio de Piedra is located 105 km. Zaragoza, Aragón along the highway (A2), direction Madrid, continues to Calatayud, where you take the road to Nuévalos (C-202), and 2 km from this town stands the Monastery . From Madrid is 220 km. the motorway A-2 Barcelona, which deviates from Alhama de Aragón Nuévalos direction. Is two hours from Madrid.

Every day is a different adventure tourism in the city of Peru, Cusco. If you intend to visit this city make sure you have at least 5 days off to explore it with the comfort of the case. As a second step do not forget to book a Hotel Cusco, there are all types and prices. Cusco is a paradise in terms of craftsmanship, here you will find traditional and curious objects that are the delight of tourists. The most recommended for this type is the popular shopping district of San Blas. San Blas is home to the most talented craftsmen and also has the Koricancha Temple nearby.

As the main purpose of travel to Cusco is known the Lost City of the Incas and Machu Picchu, it is important to know more about this. First book a Hotel Cusco for you to explore the citadel with greater confidence. Machu Picchu is located in the province of Urubamba, at the top of the mountain Machu Picchu. Interestingly, this was one of the few archaeological complex was not discovered by the Spanish. From here comes the name Lost City of the Incas. Machu Picchu is divided into three sectors and each includes various attractions. Continue reading »