the psammite/shale/marl country rocks of the Breijera formation are well exposed to the west of Serra de Monchique, forming jagged outcrops and dramatic gorges, which since the destructive introduction of eucalyptus farming in 1976, now run dry most of the year round.
the psammite/shale/marl country rocks of the Breijera formation are prominently displayed to the west of Serra de Monchique, forming rugged outcrops and deep canyons, which since the devastating introduction of eucalyptus farming in 1976, now experience a prolonged dry season most of the year.