Salto del Usero, Natural waterfall in Bullas, Spain
Salto del Usero is a waterfall in the Region of Murcia that drops about 4 meters (13 feet) into a natural pool formed by the Mula River. Limestone cliffs frame the falling water, and the surrounding area is covered with Mediterranean plants and low vegetation.
The area was inhabited in ancient times by people who relied on the river water for farming and daily activities. Archaeological remains found near this site show evidence of these early settlements.
The name comes from the local dialect word for the rushing water, and the site draws visitors who come to swim in the natural pool during warmer months. Locals value this place as a spot to spend time outdoors and enjoy the cool water in the heat of summer.
The site is accessible via marked hiking trails starting from the town of Bullas year-round. Water flow is strongest in spring, while summer months offer the best conditions for swimming in the pool.
Over time, the river created travertine deposits that formed natural terraces and small pools known locally as vaeras. These stepped formations give the site a distinctive structure that reveals itself as you explore the area.
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