Geomorphology of the Sierra Gorda karst, South Spain

<p>The limestone massif of Sierra Gorda is one of the most important karst areas in the Betic Cordillera (southern Spain). In this work, we present a geomorphological map of this area compiled using stereoscopic image analysis and field work. The map covers 300 km², synthesizing karst landforms at a scale of 1:33,000. These landforms have been classified into seven minor and major types (karren, sinkholes and uvalas, poljes, canyons, planation surfaces, springs and travertine formations, and caves). The map is a useful tool for the environmental reassessment of the massif and its possible recognition as a geopark.