This region in southern Spain boasts some of the best conditions for a range of adventure sports holidays. For a relatively small area, Andalucía is incredibly diverse in climate, terrain and scenery. The region boasts sea, hills, mountains, forests, lakes and rivers, steep cliffs, and hundreds of sunny days. June through September sees hot sunbathing […]
Andalucia has many natural areas that are unique sites of enormous wealth and great beauty, which are spread all over Andalucia.
In fact, Andalusia is one of the most ecologically valuable regions of Europe. With 85 protected areas and 22 natural parks, which account for 18% of its territory, it ranks first on the Iberian Peninsula regarding protected areas.
In the 1st century B.C., Estrabon mentions a Phoenician town which stood at the foot of the hill now occupied by the city’s fortress, the Alcazaba.
Roman Malaga enjoyed periods of great splendour, as witnessed by its Roman Theatre and other important archaeological remains, as well the statute which declared it a confederate, self-governing city, known as the Lex Flavia Malacitana.
A long period of decadence followed the fall of the Roman Empire. In 571, the city was captured by the Visigoth king Leovigildo.
Almuñecar street map, here you can find locations and directions of this city.
The Arabs gave the village its name, which appears to be derived from Banu Al Madena, meaning “sons of the mines”, a reference to the important mineral deposits which had been heavily exploited since Roman times; a number of archaeological remains pertaining to this period have been unearthed here, notably a mosaic which can be found in the Alcazaba Museum in Malaga.
Prior to the Moslem occupation, Benalmadena had been colonised by Phoenician merchants.
Pre-Columbine Museum
The Archaeological and Pre-Columbine Museum is one of the top three in Spain. It exhibits remains of the municipality, especially from the Neolithic period, as well as one of the most important collections of pre-Columbine Hispano American pieces.
Buddhist meditation centre.
Benalmadena embraces all civilisations, cultures, traditions and religions. An example is the Buddhist meditation centre. Inaugurated in 2.004 it is the largest of its kind in the west and a place of meditation for those who visit. Its location and spectacular sea views give it special appeal.
The church Santo Domingo de Guzmán
The Caliphate itinerary can be easily combined with an excursion to the Sierra Nevada mountains or to the villages of the Alpujarras.
There are two main itineraries from Córdoba. The southern route passes Águilar de la Frontera and Priego de Córdoba, the northern route takes us through Espejo and Baena to Alcalá la Real. Then you can take either the direct way (N 432) to Granada or visit the villages of the Granadian Vega.
Distance
northern route: approx. 112 miles
southern route: approx. 121 miles
passing the Vega region: approx. 130-140 miles
The small bus station is on C/ Batalla del Salado .
Turn right and walk a short distance to the intersection with Av de Andalucia.
To reach the center of the old town, cross Av de Andalucia and pass under the arch.
To the left is C/ Nuestra Señora de la Luz; follow this street to its end and you will be on C/ Sancho IV el Bravo, the location of many cafes and restaurants. To reach the tourist office, turn right on Av. De Andalucía.
The pedestrian thoroughfare Po. De la Alameda Hill be about one block ahead on the left; the tourist office is in the center. Ask at the tourist office for adventure sports information.
San Lúcar de Barrameda has many popular festivals greatly influenced by our wonderful southern climate, and the influx of multiple cultural experiences due to Sanlúcar’s maritime character, have bought these activities into being over the years.
Carnival from 28th february to 15th march
Holy Week from 4th to 11th april. Declared a festival of national tourist interest in Andalusia.
The Manzanilla Fair , its fried fish and sea food, are the principal hallmarks of this popular fiesta. Manzanilla, our local wine, is the hostess of this intimate festival, with its unique location on the Guadalquivir river mouth.
San Fernando is on the Atlantic coast but its climate is also influenced by the Mediterranean. As a result, temperatures are mild and pleasant for most of the year and the beaches can be enjoyed for up to 7 or 8 months out of 12. The average annual temperatures is 18 . 6 º C, with up to 3.100 hours of sunshine a year.
