Article 632N5 Historic monuments resurface as severe drought shrinks Spain’s reservoirs

Historic monuments resurface as severe drought shrinks Spain’s reservoirs

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Prehistoric stone circle and 11th-century church uncovered as country's reservoirs hit 36% of normal capacity

A huge megalithic complex and a centuries-old church are among the underwater monuments to have resurfaced in Spain as a severe drought causes water levels to plunge.

After a prolonged dry spell, Spain's reservoirs - which supply water for cities and farms - are at just under 36% capacity, according to environment ministry figures for August.

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