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| Tarifa, (Cádiz - Andalucía) Spain |
The Strait of Gibraltar separates Europe from Africa and joins the Atlantic Ocean with the Mediterranean Sea. A little over 14 km (under 9 miles) marks the distance between the two narrowest points of this body of water. Note the silhouette of Africa in the distance in this picture.
Because of the strong winds caused by the straits, Tarifa is a wind and kitesurfing mecca. One of the beaches in Tarifa goes on for 10 km (6 miles) along the southwestern coastline of Spain giving surfers plenty of room to catch some waves. Birdwatching, especially the migration of storks to and from Africa in spring and autumn, is also a popular activity for many people, along with whale and dolphin watching.
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