Based on the fact that I actually wanted to see flamingos and strange rock formations, the above result (especially the first two thirds) might seem a bit strange, if not even disappointing. However, I was again happy with today's adventures.

I started the day with a visit to the fortress of Antequera which I noticed when driving by on may way to my destination. I decided to stop, and visit the remains of this islamic fortress.

After that, I continued on to Laguna de Fuente de Piedra, where (according to my guide book) up to 20,000 pairs of flamingos are breeding every year. However, I saw none of them.

So, the nature reserve of El Torcal with its peculiar rock formations became the highlight of the day. There, the limestone is deeply fissured, and is forming the most interesting rock columns.