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Spain. Castile-La Mancha. Mota del Cuervo. Mills
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Spain. Castile-La Mancha. Mota del Cuervo. Mills
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Mota del Cuervo Millsunset in Castile-La Mancha, Spain This evocative photograph captures the magical beauty of the sunset over the Mota del Cuervo mills in the province of Cuenca, Castile-La Mancha, Spain. The mills, with their distinctive conical shapes and tall sails, are a quintessential symbol of the Castilian countryside and a testament to the region's rich history and agricultural heritage. Castile-La Mancha, located in central Spain, is known for its vast plains, hot climate, and rugged terrain. The region's name derives from the Latin "Campus Plainae," meaning "plain land." The area has a deep connection to Spanish history, with the legendary figure of Don Quixote roaming the land in Miguel de Cervantes' famous novel. The mills at Mota del Cuervo, also known as "molinos de viento" or windmills, have been a part of the region's landscape for centuries. They were once used to grind grain and extract oil from olives. Today, some of these historic structures have been restored and converted into museums, providing visitors with a glimpse into the past. As the sun sets over the mills, the golden light casts long shadows across the landscape, creating a breathtaking scene that seems to transport us back in time. The windmills, with their tall crosses atop, stand proudly against the backdrop of the setting sun, a reminder of the region's enduring history and the beauty of the Spanish countryside.
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