ALMERIA is contrast. It covers an
extension of 8.774 km², in Southeastern Spain.
It is crossed by mountains and valleys which provide
an attractive, contrasting relief. It has over 200 kilometers
of rocky, picturesque rivers. The highest, at Cabo de
Gata, has rocks composed of volcanic materials.
It's beaches, even the most extensive ones, are perfect
for family outings. They are sandy and flat, with many
intimate coves. The average annual temperature is 19.3°C.
The winters are mild and the summers, hot and dry. The
main towns in the province are Adra, El Ejido, Berja,
Albox, Huércal-Overa, Níjar and Roquetas
de Mar. It's main source of riches are mining (gold,
silver and lead), orange farming, and modern greenhouse
systems (the fields of Almeria are known as plastic
seas) which have revolutionized agriculture in the region.
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