Xallas (river)

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Xallas river
Rio Xallas.JPG
Physical characteristics
Source 
  locationMonte Castelo, Coristanco
  elevation380 m (1,250 ft)
Mouth  
  location
Atlantic Ocean
  elevation
0 m (0 ft)
Length57 km (35 mi)

The Xallas is a river originating in smaller tributaries in Galicia, Spain close to Xallas.

The river passes by close to Santa Comba and flows through several barrier lakes (Fervenz, Ponte Olveira, Castrelo, Santa Uxia). The river flows into the Atlantic Ocean close to the town of Ézaro.

See also

Coordinates: 42°54′N9°07′W / 42.900°N 9.117°W / 42.900; -9.117


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