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The Geode of Pilar de Jaravía, known as the Pulpí Geode, is the largest discovered to date.
It is located 60 metres deep in the Mina Rica (Sierra del Aguilón). It was discovered in December 1991 by the Mineralogist Group of Madrid and is the only one in the world that can be visited without special equipment.
Both its dimensions and its perfect and transparent gypsum crystals, up to 2 metres long, make it an exceptional phenomenon in the world.
Its hollow volume occupies 10.7 cubic metres (8 metres long, 1.8 metres wide, and 1.7 metres high). Its shape is like a funnel, with the narrowest section in the form of an “L”. As mentioned before, the transparency of its gypsum crystals is impressive, since you can see the objects located behind them.
It was formed by a mixed karst-hydrothermal process. In the first phase, dolomite was dissolved, and subsequently, in the second phase, gypsum crystals were formed due to the injection of hydrothermal waters from the residual volcanism of Cabo de Gata, among other factors. These hydrothermal waters contained dissolved elements that facilitated the growth of the crystals.
These gypsum crystals have not yet been dated precisely, but it is most likely that their age ranges between 2,000,000 and 60,000 years old.
In 2010, the studies for the restoration of the mines were completed. It was not until August 2019 that the geode was opened to the public along with the visitor centre.
Category: Cave
Type: Geode
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Don't miss OleoAlmanzora in Pulpí, a place where you can appreciate the treasure of the Mediterranean diet with your senses.
Delight your senses with the exquisite and award-winning Extra Virgin Olive Oil of OleoAlmanzora in Pulpí (Almería). In this experience, you will visit the farms and facilities to learn about the entire production process, from the olive to the bottled liquid gold.
Afterwards you will enjoy a healthy breakfast or snack (depending on the timetable) with local products, paired with this own EVOO and aromatic condiments.
A delicious way to savour the Mediterranean diet in Almería.
Discover all the flavour and delicious nuances of Pulpí EVOO with a guided masterclass. First, you will learn about the production process of this exquisite liquid gold, visiting the OleoAlmanzora farms and facilities.
Then, you will participate in the masterclass guided by their expert tasters, enjoying a Sensory Tasting of EVOO and a commented tasting of these acedites with aromatic condiments.
Taste to the maximum the treasure of the Mediterranean diet such as EVOO, refining your palate in this premium experience in Pulpí (Almería).
Discover all the cultural charms of Pulpí (Almería) and its gastronomy with this complete itinerary. Begin by exploring Almería’s liquid gold, OleoAlmanzora EVOO, with a guided tour of their estate and facilities, featuring a narrated tasting of their oils and aromatic condiments.
Visit the Castle of San Juan de los Terreros, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of Pulpí’s coastal landscape. Conclude your day with a guided tour of Mina Rica and a chance to marvel at the Giant Geode, the largest geode discovered to date.
For a premium experience, opt for the tour with an accompanying guide who will provide detailed insights at every stop of the itinerary. This option includes a delicious tasting menu, a visit to the Luminous Minerals Room (Pulpí’s Black Room), and the Painter Pedro Antonio Martínez Room, both located in Pulpí’s new Scenic Space.
Spend a fantastic day discovering the best of Pulpí. Choose the experience that suits your preferences best.
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Discover the world of Extra Virgin Olive Oil at OleoAlmanzora (Pulpí). First, you will take a guided tour of their farms, enjoying their nature and discovering the EVOO production process in the facilities. This oil has been awarded both national and international prizes, of which you will taste its exquisite varieties in a commented tasting. They will be accompanied by seasonings with natural aromas such as rosemary or garlic, which will give them an even more special flavour.
Don't miss OleoAlmanzora in Pulpí, a place where you can appreciate the treasure of the Mediterranean diet with your senses.
Delight your senses with the exquisite and award-winning Extra Virgin Olive Oil of OleoAlmanzora in Pulpí (Almería). In this experience, you will visit the farms and facilities to learn about the entire production process, from the olive to the bottled liquid gold.
Afterwards you will enjoy a healthy breakfast or snack (depending on the timetable) with local products, paired with this own EVOO and aromatic condiments.
A delicious way to savour the Mediterranean diet in Almería.
Discover all the flavour and delicious nuances of Pulpí EVOO with a guided masterclass. First, you will learn about the production process of this exquisite liquid gold, visiting the OleoAlmanzora farms and facilities.
Then, you will participate in the masterclass guided by their expert tasters, enjoying a Sensory Tasting of EVOO and a commented tasting of these acedites with aromatic condiments.
Taste to the maximum the treasure of the Mediterranean diet such as EVOO, refining your palate in this premium experience in Pulpí (Almería).
Discover all the cultural charms of Pulpí (Almería) and its gastronomy with this complete itinerary. Begin by exploring Almería’s liquid gold, OleoAlmanzora EVOO, with a guided tour of their estate and facilities, featuring a narrated tasting of their oils and aromatic condiments.
Visit the Castle of San Juan de los Terreros, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of Pulpí’s coastal landscape. Conclude your day with a guided tour of Mina Rica and a chance to marvel at the Giant Geode, the largest geode discovered to date.
For a premium experience, opt for the tour with an accompanying guide who will provide detailed insights at every stop of the itinerary. This option includes a delicious tasting menu, a visit to the Luminous Minerals Room (Pulpí’s Black Room), and the Painter Pedro Antonio Martínez Room, both located in Pulpí’s new Scenic Space.
Spend a fantastic day discovering the best of Pulpí. Choose the experience that suits your preferences best.
