Cantabrian-mountains
a mountain range in N Spain. Highest peak Torre de Cerredo, 8688 feet (2650 meters).
plural noun
a mountain chain along the N coast of Spain, consisting of a series of high ridges that rise over 2400 m (8000 ft): rich in minerals (esp coal and iron)
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