The recent generous rains have brought a resurgence of the Cigüela River in the region of Alcázar de San Juan, providing a spectacle of aquatic vitality that has beautified its route through towns such as Villafranca de los Caballeros, Herencia, and Villarta de San Juan, among others.
This tributary of the Guadiana River, whose source is located in the heights of Cabrejas, in the province of Cuenca, has experienced a noticeable increase in flow. This transformation is welcomed, especially considering the crucial role it plays in the ecological balance of the region.
Throughout its course, the Cigüela River crosses various municipalities, integrating landscapes and biodiversity from Toledo and Ciudad Real. Its waters nourish the wetlands of the Tablas de Daimiel, an internationally relevant natural area located between Villarrubia de los Ojos and Daimiel, before its confluence with the Guadiana.
This natural phenomenon is not only a visual gift for the inhabitants and visitors of these lands but also a reminder of the dynamic and changing nature of river ecosystems. The Cigüela River, which alternates between periods of drought and moments of abundance, currently reflects the life cycle favored by the rains, infusing new life into the areas it passes through and ensuring a positive impact on the region’s fauna and flora.
The resurgence of the Cigüela River is news that inspires hope and celebrates the connection between climate and hydrography, a natural symphony that sets the pulse of Castilla-La Mancha and that is now displayed in its splendor thanks to the blessings of the rainy season.
Photo by Alfonso Aviles in the Herencia group on Facebook.
An article published in the online newspaper: Herencia (Ciudad Real). Diario de información en el corazón de la mancha.
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