The Garraf Natural Park is a 12,000-hectare protected area located around 30 kilometers south of Barcelona, Spain. It is known for its karst landscapes, caves, forests and diverse fauna.
The park consists of a limestone massif rising to a maximum altitude of 562 meters. Its landscapes are characterized by rounded hills, deep valleys, steep cliffs and caves. The vegetation is predominantly Mediterranean, with holm oaks, pines, olive trees and garrigues. The park is home to a varied fauna, including birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. The most common birds are eagles, falcons, swallows and blackbirds. Mammals include wild boar, foxes, hares and bats. The Garraf Natural Park is ideal for hiking, mountain biking, climbing and caving. It also offers plenty of opportunities for picnicking and swimming.
The Sitges Buddhist Monastery, located in the heart of the park, was founded in 1992 by a group of Tibetan Buddhist monks and nuns. It is dedicated to the practice of Mahayana Buddhism, the world’s most widespread Buddhist tradition. The monastery is open to visitors from all walks of life. Visitors are free to stroll through the park, visit the monastery buildings and take part in spiritual activities such as meditations and ceremonies.
Garraf Natural Park was visited on August 17, 2023.
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