Biology - Briefly

Know your body parts. Understand how they are quietly keeping you healthy and alive.

"Many people treat their bodies as if they were rented from Hertz – something they are using to get around in but nothing they genuinely care about understanding." - Chungliang Al Huang

Some interesting fun facts, trivias about our body – courtesy of Facebook pages ‘Inside Biology’, ‘Human Scope’, 'Dark WIsdom’, 'Body Truth' etc… However, I do not know if they are true. Some of them sound really incredible.

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The Liver Explained: The Hardest-Working Organ in Your Body!

Did you know your liver performs over 500 essential functions every single day? From filtering toxins and producing bile to storing nutrients and supporting metabolism, the liver is one of the most important organs in the human body. – A Facebook post by ‘Human Scope’

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Did you know? Around 70% of your immune system is located in and around your digestive tract. That means every meal you eat isn't just feeding you — it's also feeding the trillions of microbes that help regulate your body's immune defenses.

Inside your intestines lives a vast community of bacteria known as the gut microbiome. These microbes constantly communicate with immune cells lining your gut, helping your body distinguish between harmless substances and harmful invaders. When your gut microbiome is healthy and diverse, it helps strengthen the intestinal barrier and keeps your immune system functioning in balance.

What you eat plays a major role in shaping this microscopic ecosystem. Fiber-rich foods like vegetables, fruits, beans, whole grains, nuts, and seeds nourish beneficial bacteria, while fermented foods such as yogurt, kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut, miso, and traditionally fermented pickles provide live microorganisms that help support microbial diversity. As gut bacteria ferment fiber, they produce short-chain fatty acids like butyrate, which nourish the cells lining your colon, strengthen the gut barrier, and help regulate immune activity.

Research published in Nature Reviews Immunology, Cell, and Nutrients has consistently shown that diets rich in fiber and fermented foods are associated with a healthier gut microbiome and a more balanced immune response. While no single food can prevent illness, consistently feeding your beneficial gut bacteria is one of the most effective ways to support your body's natural defenses over time.

Try this: Aim for 25–30 different plant foods each week, and include a serving of fermented food most days. Small daily habits can help build a healthier gut microbiome — one meal at a time. – A Facebook post by ‘Body Truth’

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Every tear starts with the lacrimal gland. Located above the outer corner of each eye, this small gland produces the watery layer of your tears.

Every blink spreads this protective film across the cornea, keeping the eye moist, washing away dust and microbes, delivering oxygen and nutrients, and helping maintain sharp, comfortable vision. A simple blink is one of your body's most effective defense mechanisms. – A Facebook post by ‘Inside Biology’

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The Pituitary Gland Explained | The Master Hormone Gland That Controls Your Body

The pituitary gland is a tiny organ at the base of your brain, but it controls many of your body's most important functions. Learn how the master hormone gland regulates growth, metabolism, reproduction, stress, sleep, hydration, and signals other endocrine glands. – A Facebook post by ‘Human Scope’

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Your body isn't the same body it was yesterday.

Blood cells, gut lining, skin — replaced constantly, around 3.8 million cells every second. That adds up to roughly 330 billion cells rebuilt in a single day. You're not aging in place. You're being continuously rebuilt. – A Facebook post by ‘Inside Biology’

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Your blood pressure is constantly changing with every heartbeat, movement, and breath.

Baroreceptors in your arteries detect these changes, while the brainstem rapidly adjusts heart rate and blood vessel tone to keep pressure within a safe range.

This automatic system works every second, without conscious effort. – A Facebook post by ‘Inside Biology’

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Hyaline cartilage is the smooth, glass-like tissue that lets your joints move with remarkably low friction. It cushions the ends of bones and absorbs shock with every step.

Because it has almost no blood vessels and no nerves, damage often develops silently and heals very slowly. Your knees, hips, and shoulders depend on this thin layer more than most people realize. – A Facebook post by ‘Inside Biology’

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Your gut lining doesn't let everything in.

Molecular transport proteins recognize specific nutrients and decide, millions of times a day, what crosses into your blood — and what gets left behind.

Not everything that reaches you deserves access. – A Facebook post by ‘Inside Biology’

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Your cornea is one of the most remarkable structures in the human body.

It’s the transparent outer layer of your eye that helps focus light — and unlike most tissues, it has no blood vessels. Instead, it gets oxygen primarily from the air through your tears and the surrounding environment.

Even more fascinating: the cornea contains an incredibly dense network of sensory nerves, making it extremely sensitive to injury and irritation.

Your eyes are doing extraordinary work every second—without you even noticing. – A Facebook post by ‘Inside Biology’

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The idea that your exact existence had odds of roughly 1 in 400 trillion is often shared to illustrate just how many circumstances had to align for you to be here. The precise number, however, isn’t a scientifically established probability and depends heavily on what events are included in the calculation.

Think about the chain behind a single human life. Your parents had to meet at a particular time, one particular sperm had to fertilize one particular egg, and countless genetic combinations could have produced someone entirely different. Go back another generation and the possibilities multiply again. Continue through hundreds or thousands of years of ancestry and the number of alternative outcomes becomes almost impossible to comprehend.

Change just one meeting, one decision, one journey or one moment anywhere along that chain and the person reading these words might never have existed.

That is why the “1 in 400 trillion” figure is better understood as a thought provoking illustration rather than a literal biological statistic. Whatever the true mathematical odds might be, your particular combination of DNA, ancestry and circumstances represents an extraordinarily specific outcome among an enormous number of possibilities.

Out of billions of years of cosmic history and generations of human lives, somehow the chain continued all the way to you. When you look at existence from that perspective, simply being here is pretty remarkable. – A Facebook post by ‘Astrophilesz’

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Star Gazing in Arroyo de la Miel

In the evenings, when we are not out, we sit out on the balcony to enjoy the night view of the villages at the base of the mountain ranges. I never get tired of the view. The peaceful and serene view is beautiful and very relaxing.

There will be drinks and some light snacks.

From the balcony, I also get a good view of the night sky. This allows me to star gaze. There are not many stars to be seen though – due to the pollution in the sky. If I stare long enough at the sky, I could spot a brief twinkle here and there before they disappear again.

There are about half a dozen of the brighter ones – one of them we identified as Arcturus, the fourth brightest star in the entire night sky and the brightest in the Northern celestial hemisphere.

In the early evening, we see Venus, and when there is a new moon, we will get to see the moon for a few nights.

This is the moon and Venus quite close together. Each night, the moon comes into view an hour later. It also sets later and further away whereas Venus sets earlier each day until we don’t see them together anymore.

The moon and Venus drifting further from each other every night.

This was the last night we saw the moon. The following night, when it came round the corner, we were already in bed.

We once saw an unidentified object zoomed across the sky. Since then, we are always on the lookout for unidentified objects. We did see a couple of bright and brief flashes. But we had no idea what caused them. Other than that, we saw planes coming in and going out. Once in a while, we saw a seagull or two flying pass. And occasionally, we saw fireworks in the distance.

We were accompanied in the evenings by ‘Ocean Radio’ - a radio station that plays very nice hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and today. It is a joy to listen to songs we grew up, and are familiar with. They sure brought back memories of days gone.

If you are a fan of oldies, you can try and see if you can get ‘Ocean Radio’. They play non-stop music all day. No commercials and it is free.

So, very pleasant evenings at home.

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The World of Animals

“The purity of a person’s heart can be quickly measured by how they regard animals.” - Unknown

A peek into the world of animals. I think it is good that we learn something about the animals that share our wonder-ful world.

Here are some fun facts and trivia about animals, courtesy of Facebook pages ‘Strangest Facts’ ‘Wild Wonders’, David Attenborough, etc… However, I do not know if they are true. Some of them sound really incredible.

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A broken cold gene should make this boar a walking liability. Instead, Siberia handed it a furnace and told it to improvise. The real trick is not toughness. It is metabolic loophole hunting.

Most mammals rely on brown fat, a heat-making tissue packed with mitochondria, to burn energy directly into warmth. Pigs lost that classic system long ago, which is spectacularly inconvenient when winter starts acting like a freezer with opinions.

So the Siberian wild boar cheats differently. Its liver steps into the role like an emergency generator, pushing fuel through heat-producing chemistry when ordinary cold defenses are missing. No cozy brown-fat blanket. No proper shivering engine. Just biology making a backup plan under brutal pressure.

That is what makes the animal so strange. It is not surviving because evolution gave it the obvious tool. It is surviving because evolution found another door.

Sometimes the rulebook breaks, and life keeps the receipt. – A Facebook post by ‘Strangest Facts’

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A rare sighting of a white stag has recently been reported, though its exact location is being kept confidential to protect it from potential harm. 

Often regarded as a symbol of mystery and reverence in many cultures, the white stag is seen by some as a sign of hope and renewal. For those who encounter or hear of such sightings, it can feel like a reminder that rare beauty and wonder still exist in the natural world. – A Facebook post by David Attenborough

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Giant otters do not just live in rivers. They help run them. And after years of decline, protecting them means protecting the whole moving machine beneath the surface.

These are not casual swimmers with cute faces. Giant otters can grow around six feet long, hunt in tight family groups, and move through South American waterways like they have seniority.

Their nickname, “river wolves,” is not just dramatic branding. They are loud, social, territorial hunters that patrol lakes, oxbows, and slow rivers, feeding mostly on fish and helping keep aquatic food webs from tipping out of balance.

That is why their disappearance says more than “one species is in trouble.” It can point to damaged riverbanks, polluted water, overfishing, mercury from gold mining, and forests being stripped away from the edges of the water.

Save the giant otter, and you are not saving a mascot. You are saving the fish, the banks, the wetlands, the nursery channels, and the wild logic of a river that still knows how to breathe.

Some animals are not just part of an ecosystem. They are proof it is still working. – A Facebook post by ‘Strangest Facts’

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A takin looks like nature built a goat, a moose, and a bison from memory. Somehow, that odd design works beautifully.

High in the Himalayas, where cold air can punish every breath, the takin comes dressed for bad weather. Its shaggy coat is protected by oily skin secretions that help repel rain and snow before the cold can settle in.

That oversized nose is not just for character. Its large nasal chambers warm freezing mountain air before it reaches the lungs, saving heat with every inhale.

Even the body shape makes sense. Short, powerful legs and split hooves help it move across steep, rocky slopes with the confidence of an animal that never agreed to be graceful.

It is bulky, strange, and quietly brilliant.

Some animals survive by looking sleek. The takin survives by being a walking weather system with horns. – A Facebook post by ‘Strangest Facts’

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Lions and wolves both live in groups, but they act very differently when leaders change. In lion prides, new leaders may drive out or even kill the cubs from the previous leader. Wolves, on the other hand, are more likely to welcome pups into the pack after a change in leadership. They do not see the young as rivals but as part of the family.

Wolves raise the pups together, with adults helping to feed, protect, and teach them. When a new wolf becomes the leader, the rest of the pack usually keeps caring for the pups instead of turning against them. This shared responsibility helps the pups grow strong and learn how to hunt and live with others. Acceptance makes the transition smoother and keeps the pack united.

Because wolves take in and raise pups regardless of leadership shifts, their packs stay more stable over time. The pups benefit from safety and lessons, and the pack gains helpers as the pups grow. This behavior shows how cooperation and trust can help a group survive, even when things change at the top. – A Facebook post by ‘Amazing World’

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Table For Two

Table for two on the terrace with a view of the sun setting behind the mountain ranges. I don’t know of any restaurant around here that offers such a view.

When we are not dining out, Roger and I take turns to cook simple meals. We eat simply, usually cooking something that is not too much trouble – something simple but healthy. We are not foodies.

We have our dinners on the balcony, or terrace, as some would call it. This way, we get to enjoy and watch the sun set behind the mountain ranges while we eat.

These were some of the dishes I prepared. I am not a good cook. However, thanks to the advance in gourmet science, there are ready-made sauces. Just mix the sauce into whatever you are cooking and viola, you have a nice dish. They certainly make light work of preparing the ingredients from scratch.

Chicken curry

Stir fry asparagus with prawns and carrots.

Stir fried broccoli with carrots

Stir fry eggplant

‘Bak Kut Teh’ – literally translates to 'pork ribs tea'. It is actually pork ribs in herbal soup.

Green Curry

Black pepper chicken

Simple, healthy dishes - usually, one meat dish, one vegetable dish and some eggs or another vegetable dish, and some rice.

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Fun Facts And Trivias

“Ignorance is the cause of fear.” - Seneca

“Knowledge is an antidote to fear.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Some interesting fun facts, trivias about this wonder-ful world – courtesy of Facebook pages ‘ Body Truth’, 'Dark Wisdom’, ’ etc… However, I do not know if they are true. Some of them sound really incredible.

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Did you know? Sweat isn't what causes body odor — it's the bacteria living on your skin that create the smell...

Many people assume that sweating automatically causes body odor, but fresh sweat is actually almost odorless. The smell develops only after sweat interacts with bacteria that naturally live on your skin.

Your body has two main types of sweat glands. Eccrine glands, found across most of the body, produce mostly water and electrolytes to help cool you down. This type of sweat typically has very little odor.

The stronger smells associated with body odor usually come from apocrine glands, which are concentrated in areas such as the armpits and groin. These glands release a thicker fluid containing proteins and fats. When skin bacteria break down these compounds, they produce the characteristic odors we recognize as body odor.

This is why two people can sweat the same amount — or one person can even sweat more — yet smell completely different. The types of bacteria living on their skin, along with genetics, hygiene habits, diet, hormones, and even clothing choices, all influence how much odor develops.

Researchers have found that some people naturally host bacterial communities that produce fewer odor-causing compounds, while others harbor strains that generate stronger-smelling molecules from the same amount of sweat.

In other words, it's not always about how much you sweat — it's about what happens after you sweat.

Interesting fact:
The armpit microbiome is so unique that scientists can often identify individuals based on the specific bacterial populations living on their skin. Your body odor is partly a reflection of your personal microbial ecosystem. – A Facebook post by ‘Body Truth’

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Did you know? Long before modern dentistry, people around the world chewed whole cloves to help relieve toothaches — and modern science has identified the natural compound responsible…

Cloves are naturally rich in eugenol, an aromatic plant compound that has been studied for its local anesthetic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Eugenol works by helping reduce pain signals in nearby nerves, which is why it has been used for centuries as a traditional remedy for tooth discomfort.

Today, eugenol remains an important ingredient in modern dentistry. Dentists commonly use it in temporary fillings, dental cements, and soothing dressings because it can help calm irritated tooth pulp while providing mild antibacterial effects. It's one of the few traditional herbal remedies that has successfully carried over into modern dental practice.

Research has also shown that clove oil can inhibit the growth of several bacteria associated with tooth decay and gum disease, including Streptococcus mutans. While cloves aren't a substitute for brushing, flossing, or professional dental care, their natural compounds may help support a healthier oral environment.

If you have a mild toothache, gently chewing a whole clove or placing it near the affected tooth may provide temporary relief until you can see a dentist. However, persistent tooth pain often signals an underlying problem — such as a cavity, cracked tooth, or infection — that requires professional treatment.

Good to know:
Whole cloves are generally safer than applying concentrated clove essential oil directly to the gums, as undiluted oil can irritate or even burn delicate oral tissues if used improperly. – A Facebook post by ‘Body Truth’

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Did you know? Not getting enough protein may trigger excessive hair shedding because when protein is limited, your body gives priority to vital organs and essential functions before supporting hair growth.

Hair is made primarily of keratin, a structural protein built from amino acids supplied by the foods you eat. Because hair isn't essential for survival, your body naturally conserves protein during periods of inadequate intake by directing amino acids toward more critical functions, such as maintaining your heart, brain, immune system, muscles, and internal organs.

When this happens, many hair follicles enter the telogen (resting) phase of the hair growth cycle earlier than normal, a condition known as telogen effluvium. Rather than falling out immediately, affected hairs are typically shed 2–3 months after the nutritional deficiency or other physical stress occurs, often leading to noticeable hair loss while brushing or showering.

A 2023 review published in Nutrients highlighted that protein deficiency is one of the recognized nutritional causes of diffuse hair shedding. Adequate intake of high-quality protein, along with nutrients such as iron, zinc, biotin, vitamin D, and vitamin B12, helps support normal hair follicle function and healthy hair growth.

While protein is essential, hair loss can also result from thyroid disorders, iron deficiency, hormonal changes, certain medications, illness, or chronic stress, so persistent or severe hair shedding should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.

Try this: Aim to include a protein-rich food at every meal, such as eggs, Greek yogurt, chicken, fish, lean beef, cottage cheese, tofu, lentils, or beans. Most healthy adults benefit from spreading their protein intake evenly throughout the day to provide a steady supply of amino acids that support hair, muscles, skin, and overall health. – A Facebook post by ‘Body Truth’

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Did you know? Your little finger is responsible for a surprisingly large share of your grip strength. Try making a tight fist without using your pinky — you'll immediately notice your hand feels weaker and less stable.

Although it's the smallest finger, the pinky works together with the ring finger to generate much of the force used during a power grip. The muscles and tendons on the ulnar (little finger) side of your hand help create a secure grip when carrying groceries, swinging a hammer, performing pull-ups, or deadlifting heavy weights.

Biomechanical studies have shown that the little finger can contribute up to half of your hand's gripping power when working with the rest of the hand.

The pinky also improves grip stability by widening the contact area between your hand and the object you're holding. Without it, your fingers lose mechanical leverage, making it more difficult to generate maximum force and maintain control.

A 2023 review published in the Journal of Hand Therapy highlighted the importance of the ulnar side of the hand, particularly the ring and little fingers, in producing strong power grips used for lifting, carrying, climbing, and many everyday tasks. Grip strength itself is also widely recognized as a marker of overall muscle strength, healthy aging, and physical function.

The next time you grip a dumbbell, suitcase, or shopping bag, remember that your smallest finger is doing far more work than most people realize.

Try this: Improve your grip by performing farmer's walks, dead hangs, towel hangs, and heavy carries while consciously keeping your ring finger and pinky firmly wrapped around the handle. Strengthening these fingers can noticeably improve your overall grip, lifting performance, and hand function. – A Facebook post by ‘Body Truth’

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Your first impression isn't just a thought — it becomes a mental filter. Once your brain forms an initial judgment, it naturally gives more attention to information that supports it while overlooking what contradicts it. Understanding this bias is the first step toward making more objective decisions. – A Facebook post by ‘Dark Wisdom’

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Sights and Sounds of Arroyo de la Miel

‘The Waiter on Arroyo’, is a set of sculptures comprising a table, two chairs and a waiter. It was the work of Bodero, a multidisciplinary artist based in Benalmádena in 2007.

One day, while drinking coffee, and watching waiters at work, he thought of how service staff had contributed to the development of the Costa del Sol. And yet, their contribution has gone largely unnoticed.

He was inspired to create a set of sculptures “In tribute to the waiters, men and women, who through their work have contributed to the development of the Costa del Sol."

Anyone who has been to Arroyo de la Miel would have noticed the sculptures at the beginning of the Main street diagonally across from the train station.

Roundabouts. There are many roundabouts here in Arroyo de la Miel. This is the one outside of the train station and it marks the beginning of ‘Avenida de la Constitucion’, or the so-called Main Street.

There are many squares or what they called plazas here. Events and celebrations are held in the squares.

A skip truck going on its rounds collecting rubbish. The rubbish bins looked small, but that is only the top section of the bin. The bin below is actually quite big.

Another common sight here is people walking their dogs. It would seem Spanish people like to keep dogs. It is very common to see people walking their dogs throughout the day – and late into the night too. With the number of dogs, there is the problem of dog turds on the streets. Dog owners are required by law to pick up after their dogs, but some of them don’t. You have to be careful not to step on the dog poos.

I remember when I was here on my first visit, the stench of dog urine on a hot summer day was really awful, and dog poos were everywhere. The situation has improved a bit.

The lift in Roger’s apartment. A tiny one. It carries one extra large person, or two large people, or three medium size people, or four slim people. Of course, you can mix and match. But, it can be quite uncomfortable, or uncomfortably intimate if you try to squeeze in.

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Monday Humour

A hearty laugh will cure a multitude of ills. That’s why they say laughter is cheap medicine.

I think the world would be a better world when people are laughing and being cheerful. Right now, it looks like the world needs a lot of that.

I hope the following short jokes could bring on a chuckle. May your days be filled with laughter.

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The Mechanic

A guy arrived at an auto-mobile dealership to pick up his car. He was told the keys had been locked in it. He went to the service department and found a mechanic working feverishly to unlock the driver’s side door. As he watched from the passenger side, he instinctively tried the door handle and discovered that it was unlocked. “Hey,” he announced to the technician, “it’s open!”
His reply, “I know – I already got that side.”

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It Could Have Been Worse

There was a man whose store had been looted right down to the bare shelves.
“Did your lost a great deal?” asked a detective.
“Everything,” said the storekeeper. “But it could have been worse. I am lucky they didn’t loot he place the night before last.”
“How come?” said the detective.
“Well,” said the storekeeper, “yesterday I marked everything down forty percent.”

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Church Pews

The old usher was retiring and breaking in a new young usher to take his place. “Be polite and courteous.” The old-timer advised the boy, “and most importantly, remember that we have nothing but good Christians in this church – unless you try to put someone else in their pew.”

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Starting Over

When the earth was finally levelled in a nuclear holocaust, the only survivors were two apes. Sitting in a tree deep in the African jungle, the two were discussing the situation when one sighed and said, “Well, do you think we should start the whole thing over again?”

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Twins

A woman has twins, and gives them up for adoption.
One of them goes to a family in Egypt, and is named “Ahmal.” The other goes to a family in Spain; they name him “Juan.”
Years later, Juan sends a picture of himself to his birth mother. Upon receiving the picture, she tells her husband hat she wishes she also had a picture of Ahmal.
Her husband responds, “They’re twins! If you’ve seen Juan, you’ve seen Ahmal.”

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Mount Calamorro

Spain is one of the most mountainous countries in the world. This is Sierra de Mijas – one of the many mountain ranges, and there is Mount Calamorro to the right.

Mount Calamorro can be seen from any point in Benalmadena. It is also one of Benalmadea’s tourist attractions. From Arroyo de la Miel, you can take a cable car at the Teleférico cable car, to the top. The ride is about fifteen minutes.

Cable cars to take you up there.

In Summer, the cable car operates until 11 pm. The view at night will no doubt be very different from that in the day. I am sure it will be just as beautiful, if not more so, with the lights from the towns and villages in the distance.

From the top of the Calamorro mountain, you get a panoramic view of the Costa del Sol. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as Gibraltar.

I was up there once on my first visit. So, been there done that and I think once is quite enough, since I don’t feel very comfortable in cable cars nor do I like heights.

Mount Calamorro seen from the town.

From the bottom of the park, one can see Mount Calamorro in the back.

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