Crystalline waterfall

We got together at dawn, it was well worth getting up early because today's destination has a supernatural charm. Between jokes we went deeper into the forest, and the moment came when the breath was no longer enough for more conversations, only to admire what the landscape had to offer us. I took advantage of every moment to stay behind and take a shot of the moment without disturbing the privacy of my companions. Then, like a spy, I recorded the moments of our walk....

The mountains in Cuba are plagued with huge palm trees, our Royal Palms (Roystonea regia). It is the most symbolic plant in the Cuban countryside, and is recognized as the national tree, it is usually up to 25 meters high, but in some cases it can reach 40 meters!!!! 😳

It is also a sacred tree for one of the most widespread religions in Cuba - the Regla de Ocha, Santería or Regla de los Orishas. This tree is the favorite of the rays, and that is why it is one of the attributes that represent Orisha Changó. That's what I was thinking while walking surrounded by so many sacred beings.

... And I also wondered if these little houses were made from the boards that can be taken from the trunk of the Royal Palm, because the roofs really disappointed me. Putting a roof of asbestos shingles, in the middle of an environment full of fabulous natural materials, left me dumbfounded 😯. I don't see the point, even if they explain it to me patiently...

The hike continues despite my thoughts and reflections, leaving behind the last vestiges of population, until we reach a refreshing water source. What a thrill. The sweat runs all over our bodies and a good swim in these clear waters will be a great reward for the effort.

Huge joy... at last!!!! The great prize is the enjoyment of breathing so much good air and immersing ourselves in those crystalline waters, of sharing the beauty and being away from screens (momentarily😅), also a little bit of Yoga 😉. We are reaching our final destination, but first we have to enjoy the refreshing currents along the way, for that we are making stops on our walk along the riverbed.

By the way, I am thankful that in Cuba we have no dangerous animals, there is nothing to fear. And there is the final point of our journey. We arrived!

I leave my bag, camera and clothes on a rock, we will not see them later, I will be hours under that waterfall. 🤗...

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_{My language is Spanish. This text has been translated by Deepl.com}

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This is my post for this week's #wednesdaywalk challenge hosted by @tattoodjay