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  JAEN - LoveToKnow Article on JAEN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Jaen comprises the upper basin of the river Guadalquivir, which traverses the central districts from east to west, and is enclosed oh the north, south and east by mountain ranges, while on the west it is entered by the great Andalusian plain.
Apart from the Guadalquivir the only large rivers are its right-hand tributaries the Jndula an~1 Guadalimar, its left-hand tributary the Guadiana Menor, and the Segura, which flows east and south to the Mediterranean.
In a region which varies so markedly in the altitude of its surface, the climate is naturally unequal; and, while the bleak, wind-swept highlands are only available as sheep-walks, the well-watered and fertile valleys favor the cultivation of the vine, the olive and all kinds of cereals.
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The Segura River with a longitude of 348 km, it is of all the Spaniards Mediterranean Rivers the one with smaller entity for the water flow that transports, about 900 Hm3 in the whole basin annually.
Temperatures: The annual average temperatures of the basin oscillate from 10º C in the Head of the Segura Mountains to the 18º C in the vicinities of the outlet.
In the rest of the municipality, far from all influence of the river, it is where the characteristic vegetation of the regional climate is developed, that is to say communities of semi-arid enviroments (the midium precipitation of the municipality doesn’t overcome the annual 350 mm).
www.teesvalley-jsu.gov.uk /terra/spain1.doc   (12658 words)

  
 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
in the Artois-Picardie river basin to 1 695 hm
), and in the Iberian Peninsula – Ebro river basin: 6 310 to 9 879 hm
, and Segura river basin: 1 639 to 2 220 hm
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 Guardamar del Segura
However, the dune area, formed by sediments from the mouth of the Segura River, is the unique part of this town, as wave and tidal deposits created these dunes over many centuries.
The ancient town of Guaramar del Segura was built on a hill whose skirts were washed by the Segura River.
Tourist development in Guardamar del Segura has been slow and sympathetic to the environment and the construction of a marina near the mouth of the Segura River has added a new attraction to this already select area.
www.villasabroadlimited.com /guardamar.htm   (274 words)

  
 Young Water Action Team | Knowledge Base | River Basin Report: The Tagus
With a length of 626 miles and a drainage basin of 31,505 square miles it is the longest river on the Iberian Peninsula.
The Tagus River rises in the Sierra de Albarracin of eastern Spain at an altitude of 1590 meters.
The future will show if the managers of the river will be able to carry out their plans on a proper basis and protect the river for future generations.
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 Zones of Alicante Province   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Between the centres of Torrevieja and Guadamar del Segura and strectching down to the border with Murcia, are a string of superb beaches with white sand lapped by the tranquil Mediterranean sea.
The River Segura is the life blood of the Vega Baja, where the economy inland is mainly agricultural.
Dotted along the southern banks of the River Segura is a string of towns and villages that take advantage of their riverside location to produce large quantities of citrus fruits.
www.renttogo.com /zones_of_alicante_vegabaja.htm   (2185 words)

  
 MSN Encarta - Search Results - Segura
It rises in the Sierra de Segura mountains and flows in an irregular course...
Valencia is crossed from west to east by a number of rivers and waterways.
The Turia River flows eastwards across the region, opening into the Gulf...
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 Segura
Guardamar del Segura Guardamar del Segura is located at the mouth of the river Segura in the beach.
Juan Bautista Quirós Segura '''President of Costa Rica Term of office: ''' 1919 – Preceded by:   Federico Tino...
Pancho Segura Pancho Segura, a top-quality Jack Kramer once called "The greatest single shot ever produced in tennis".
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The south coast of Alicante, from the mouth of the river Segura, in Guardamar to Pilar de la Horadada, is spectacular.
However, the dune area, formed by sediments from the mouth of the river Segura, is the unique port of this town.
More than 800 hectares of coastal parkland hove been carefully preserved, with hundreds of monumental dunes, pine, palm and eucalyptus trees, which were all planted at the beginning of the 20th century to prevent the dunes from invading the urban area.
members.lycos.co.uk /costablanca/guardamar.htm   (938 words)

  
 RoundTownNews.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The River Segura which brings life-giving water to much of the Murcia region is now being protected by a crackdown on unauthorized development.
The river rises in the high hills near Jaén in Andalusia and the mouth is at Guadamar del Segura, north of Torrevieja.
As well as intensive irrigation cultivation, the 217-mile long Segura also has to provide water for industry and for the ever-increasing population which sees daily announcements of new urbanizations and their thirsty golf courses.
www.roundtownnews.com /articles.asp?ID=2376&fecha_pub=19/01/2005   (406 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Andalusia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Murcia is a city in southeastern Spain, and is the capital of the Autonomous Community of Murcia, on the Segura river.
Satellite image The Mediterranean Sea is a part of the Atlantic Ocean almost completely enclosed by land, on the north by Europe, on the south by Africa, and on the east by Asia.
A lot of Moorish architecture is found in Andalusia, because it was the last stronghold of the Moors before the reconquista by the Catholic Monarchs completed in 1492.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Andalusia   (2149 words)

  
 ALTUR.COM - The Sierras of Cazorla, Segura and Las Villas.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The flow of the Segura river is maintained by the accumulation of snow in the surrounding areas.
The more important Guadalquivir river begins at the 'Cañada de Fuentes' ('Ravine of Springs') and its waters are always warm, in both Summer and Winter-time.
From almost 400 years of Arab domination and the era of the Reconquest remain the historic-artistic wholes of Segura de la Sierra and Hornos, the Castle of San Miguel de Bujaraiza, the Arab and Christian castles of Cazorla, the Templaria watchtower of La Iruela and the castle and watchtower of Tíscar.
www.altur.com /eng/nat_esp/cazorla/index.php3   (394 words)

  
 Routes through Andalusia - Jaén and Sierra de Cazorla
Close to these there is the Sierra de Cazorla, Segura und Las Villas, the largest Natural Park of the Iberian peninsula, where the Guadalquivir and the Segura rivers source.
The village of Baza is situated in the Guadalquivir valley and in the Natural Park of Sierra de Cazorla we find green forests with many kinds of pines, oaks and wild olive trees.
In its middle there is the water reservoir Tranco de Beas with a small island and the wild animal park of Bujaraiza.
www.andalusia-web.com /route_6.htm   (681 words)

  
 . : Costa Blanca . Card of City   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Guardamar del Segura is a town that through the course of its history has been able to take advantage of the natural adversities that have befallen it.
Sited at the mouth of the Segura River, the town has always held a key position as a guardian of the river.
The area, known by the Greeks as Alone, was inhabited by the Iberians as witnessed by the discovery of the Dama de Guardamar at the Cabezo Lucero site, and Moorish remains are visible in a Rábita (religious/fortified outpost delimiting the border with the Christians) that can be found in the area of the town's dunes.
www.costablanca.org /eng/municipios/muni_ficha_intro.asp?id=03076   (314 words)

  
 Spanish Property Murcia - Cartagena - Towns and Maps - property in Spain
Built on the banks of Rio Segura, Murcia was founded in 825 as an Islamic town.
Irrigated by the Segura River, Murcia is situated in the heart of a rich and fertile plain.
Perhaps the most attractive part of Murcia can be found on the banks of the Segura itself, which offers excellent views of the city.
www.property-net-murcia.com /zones/middle_segura_valley.html   (669 words)

  
 neighbourhoods
This one is close to the Segura River in Rojales.
We often enjoy a stroll along the beach or a longer walk in the dunes and afterwards relaxing at one of the many small cafés along the beach.
Recently a new yacht harbour was erected some kilometers north of the town at the outflow of the Segura River.
www.angelfire.com /ok5/travelbirds/neighbourhoods.htm   (965 words)

  
 Hudson Valley Personal Chef, Phyllis Segura
Cooking on the River prepares home-cooked meals in advance for busy families and singles.
Cooking on the River specializes in daily fare and small parties.
Award-winning Chef Phyllis Segura is professionally trained in Europe and the United States.
www.cookingontheriver.com   (87 words)

  
 Sierra de Segura. Navalcaballo - Ascent to the Espino - Jaen trekking routes
We shall leave Navalcaballo´s house towards Siles and just before the crossroads which leads to Segura de la Sierra, there is a forest track to our right which we shall take.
The ascent is soft in the beginning leaving a junction to the right and walking on round the Calar del Espino, 1,722 m.
Then we shall take a junction to the right and farther on another junction again to the right to make our way to a plain near the top and from there walk on up to the highest of three tops, in the north.
www.malagacar.com /information/jaen/jaen_trekking_route16.asp   (269 words)

  
 Spain News - Search continues in Segura river for possible suicide victim   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
A team of firemen have been dragging the Segura river since 8am this morning in search of a 75 year old man who disappeared yesterday in the area known as La Isla near the town of Cieza (Murcia).
The man´s wife reported his disappearance at 6.30pm yesterday evening, and fears that her husband may have attempted to commit suicide as he has a history of mental problems and a pile of his clothes was found on the river bank.
The search operation started as soon as the incident was reported but had to be suspended after just a couple of hours owing to poor visibility.
www.thinkspain.com /news-spain/7411   (374 words)

  
 Hotels in Murcia Spain. Spanish 3 and 4 star hotel accommodation in Murcia Spain.
Murcia hotel accommodation in 3 and 4 star hotels in this beautiful city of Arab origin, located on the banks of the river Segura and close to the Costa Calida beaches of the Mar Menor.
Of Arab origin, Murcia is located in the fertile lands of the river Segura, close to the Costa Calida beaches of the Mar Menor and surrounded by mountains.
The old city of Murcia sits next to the Segura, with historic streets and a magnificent Cathedral with its impressive 92 metre tower.
www.selectspain.com /hotels/murcia.htm   (420 words)

  
 CIEZA MURCIA SPAIN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Constructed alongside the river Segura in the north of the province of Murcia, the river is very pleasant in this area, not having become polluted as it is further down by some irresponsible factories in the town of Murcia.
One extends next to the Segura river, in the plain that forms the channel in its left the other is surrounded by mountains, forming a valley of fertile orchards, between the mountain range of Ascoy and the mountain ranges of the Almorchón and Gold.
From the most remote times it has been important enclave for the union of different Spanish populations.
www.real-estate-shop-costablanca.com /Cieza-Murcia.htm   (324 words)

  
 Sierra de Segura. La Toba - Casicas del rio Segura - Anchuricas reservoir - Calar del Cobo - Jaen trekking routes
From La Toba country estate, where there is a fountain, a recreational area and a forest house, we shall walk on down the road and soon we shal see on our right the Casicas del Río Segura on top of a rocky wall where we can accede along a steep road.
Then we shall come back along the steep road again to the right, parallel to the river Segura, which flows in this stretch very quick and savage to flow into the green waters of the Anchuricas´ reservoir.
Soon the river will continue its course and we shall follow it in order to reach a track to the left which leads to a limestoned quarry after having watched the agriculture, cattle and housing area.
www.malagacar.com /information/jaen/jaen_trekking_route18.asp   (350 words)

  
 Segura
Segura, river, c.200 mi (320 km) long, rising on the northeastern slopes of the Sierra de Segura, SE Spain, and flowing generally East into the Mediterranean Sea.
Pick and choose Reedley High's Tracee Segura turns down the greener fields of Las Vegas for the pride of representing her school in today's Central Valley All-Star softball doubleheader.(SPORTS) (The Fresno Bee (Fresno, CA))
Bernardo Segura, a la Asamblea.(supuesta renuncia del director del Instituto del Deporte; México D.F., México)(TT: Bernardo Segura, before the assembly.)(TA: alleged resignation of Director of Institute of Sports; Mexico City, Mexico) (Proceso)
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 Alicante --  Encyclopædia Britannica
The barren mountain terrain of the north and northwest stands in contrast to the densely populated southern fertile coastal plain, which is watered by the Segura River.
It lies in rugged foothills at the confluence of the two headstreams of the Serpis River, north of Alicante city.
The site was settled before Roman times, but the present Alcoy was founded by the Moors, who named it Alcoyll after a city in Tunisia.
www.britannica.com /eb/article?tocId=9005721   (518 words)

  
 USGS Astro: Planetary Nomenclature - Nomenclature T   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
M M Tader Valles 49.1S 152.5W 200.0 EU SP 5 1985 56 VA Ancient name for present Segura River, Spain.
H H Tansen 3.9N 70.9W 34.0 AS IN 5 1976 80 AA Indian (Mogul) composer from the court of Akbar.
V V Tapati Vallis 27.0N 304.0E 150.0 AS IN 5 1997 107 VA Indian Tapti (Tapi) River goddess.
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 GUARDAMAR Spain information map of Guardamar Del Segura Spain Info
Sited at the mouth of the Segura River, Guardamar has always held a key position as a guardian of the river.
This historical heritage of Guardamar is explained in the Archaeological and Ethnological Museum and the Municipal Arts Centre.
All of Guardamar's beaches are perfectly adapted for public use where various water sports are available.
www.houseonthecostablanca.com /guardamar.htm   (312 words)

  
 CIEZA - LoveToKnow Article on CIEZA
, a town of south-eastern Spain, in the province of Murcia, on the right bank of the river Segura, and on the MadridCartagena railway.
Cieza is built in a narrow bend of the Segura valley, which is enclosed on the north by mountains; and on the south broadens into a fertile plain, producing grain, wine, olives, raisins, oranges and esparto grass.
To properly cite this CIEZA article in your work, copy the complete reference below:
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 New Gibraltar Encyclopedia of Progressive Rock AM-AQ
Judging by the liner notes, the band seems to be led by Robert Santamaría, who plays guitar, bass and keyboards plus a dizzying array of related instruments such as saz, autoharp, dulcimer, glockenspiel, marimba and many others.
The other main band members are Marta Segura who sings lead vocals (in spanish) and penned many of the lyrics and drummer Pau Zañartu.
In addition, Marta Segura's vocals are excellent and add a lot of class to the recordings.
www.gepr.net /am.html   (14884 words)

  
 Costa Rica Expeditions - Guest Poetry, Letter & Photos   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
I especially want to commend the guides, and please let your managers and directors know just how much we enjoyed and learned from each of the following: first, for our river rafting trip, a huge thank you to Alejandro, "Super" Mario, and of course Diego, who won the heart of my son, Ford.
It was the highlight of their trip, and they can't wait to come back for the overnight.
Had we known that the Marriott was so gorgeous and an oasis in SJ we could have just stayed there a few days (< : We especially enjoyed our adventures in Tortuguero w/Geraldo on the river.
www.costaricaexpeditions.com /aboutcre/guestspoetry/2005/index.html?1   (3851 words)

  
 Luminaries, where the stars come out every Monday, the Treasure Coast’s only weekly magazine covering the social ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Luminaries, where the stars come out every Monday, the Treasure Coast’s only weekly magazine covering the social and non-profit scene in Vero Beach to Hobe Sound, including Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, Jensen Beach, Stuart, and surrounding communities.
Charo Segura is the 2005/2006 Indian River County United Way Campaign Co-chair, a position she shares with husband Tom Segura, First Vice President of Investments for Merrill Lynch.
A native of Lima, Peru Charo moved to Vero Beach from Ohio 12 years ago with Tom and their three children.
www.luminariesweb.com /archives/2005/06/charo_segura_in.html   (145 words)

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