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          | From Portiacha we cross the Rio Vero 
          and enter a canyon on the other side called Basender. Despite being 
          right across the river, the drainage is quite different, with moss 
          that coats the walls of the canyon lending a greenish tinge to the 
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          | Here's John rappelling down a section 
          with interesting light. Unfortunately, this pretty grotto is marred by 
          a considerable amount of graffiti located just outside of the frame. | 
        
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          | Ok, one more photo of Basender. | 
        
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          | Not satisfied with doing only two canyons in one day, 
          we shoot for a third and head down Mascun Inferior, which just happens 
          to be right outside our campsite. The travertine formations on the 
          right side of the photo below remind me of 'bacon' formations found in 
          caves. | 
        
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          | This photo was taken at water level as we floated down 
          through the lower end of the canyon. The subject of the picture has a 
          'Bear's Ear' flower stuck to her nose, ..... one of the many hazardous 
          outcomes of canyoning in this dangerous part of the world. | 
        
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          | There is a substantial amount of history in Spain, some 
          of which can be found right in the canyons. We pass directly under an 
          ancient bridge on the hike out. | 
        
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