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The Cercones Cork Oak
The most intriguing feature of this cork oak is its ‘trinitarian’ form; its three large main branches spring from a common base, defying traditional growth patterns and giving it the silhouette of a living candelabra.
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It is very close to the road linking Romangordo with Higuera de Albalat; and it is yet another of those living monuments that demonstrate that, in this part of the Monfragüe Biosphere Reserve, patience is a virtue. It has a estimated age of 350 years, but what is truly striking about this specimen is its cathedral-like stature, because whilst other trees strive to grow upwards, this cork oak prefers to spread outwards, creating a a shadow 27.5 metres long which invites you to take a nap, read, eat or whatever takes your fancy. It reaches the 20 metres high and its trunk has a circumference of 4.49 metres, which gives it enviable robustness.
Although it is situated on private land, its silhouette makes it a must-see for anyone wishing to understand the heritage of cork in these UNESCO territories.
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