A very important part of the rules listed here are borne out of the customs and conventions of life in the sierra communities, fruits of community experience and as a result of centuries of living in harmony with their natural environment. The ecotourism activities have had to adjust to these customs, avoiding the introduction of practices which would change the harmony the communities have maintained over the course of time with their cultural and natural inheritance. |
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With the aim of facilitating the adequate management of visitors, minimising the negative impacts on the natural environment and promoting ecotourism activity which benefits the communities directly, we kindly ask you to respect the following regulations: |
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the visitors to the natural areas which form part of the common good are given permission, on behalf of the community, to enter the areas. Concentrations of tourists which negatively effect the quality of the ecotourism products and impose an excessive strain on the natural environment should be avoided. The killing of wildlife, including species considered dangerous to wo/man, is prohibited. The collection of any type of natural element, conifer seeds, stones etc, and cutting of flowers or any type of vegetation, is also prohibited. The driving of tourist vehicles outside of the designated roads are equally prohibited. The use of cross-motorbikes and quads are permanently prohibited. The movement of persons outside of paths established for walking is also prohibited. Camping is only permitted in designated areas. Tent pitches are to be rotated in order to permit the recuperation of the ground. The use of soaps and detergents in rivers is prohibited. Washing should be done at least 5 metres from the bank of the river, water placed in a container and only biodegradable soap used..
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