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Nigüelas

Festivals in Nigüelas

Popular festivals in Nigüelas are Cabalgata Reyes Magos, Semana Santa, Romería de San Marcos. Encuentros Provinciales de Polifonía y Fiestas Patronales en Honor de la Patrona Nuestra Señora de Las Angustias.

Bus Service in Nigüelas

There is a bus services from Nigüelas to Granada, Los Guájares, El Pinar and Berja using the bus company, ALSA.

History of Nigüelas

The history of Nigüelas dates back to prehistoric times. The first signs of human settlement in the area date back to the Neolithic era, when the inhabitants lived in small communities and relied on agriculture and livestock farming for survival. Various archaeological finds, such as stone tools and pottery shards, attest to the presence of these early settlers. The area continued to be inhabited during the Metal Age, especially the Bronze Age, as evidenced by burials and metal objects that suggest an evolving society.

Falla de Nigüelas Natural Monument

South of Granda, on the western edge of the Sierra Nevada National Park, is the Falla de Nigüelas. Here, it's possible to see how a fault line (falla) caused a massive landslide during the Quarternary period. The Falla itself covers 7.6ha.

Nigüelas

Nigüelas is a village which reveals charm in every corner. Its location is extremely privileged - it is the highest municipality in the Valle de Lecrín. The 3000-metre-high “Pico del Caballo” mountain impresses visitors with its grandeur - in winter it is capped with snow, while in summer or on a clear day, it offers view down to the sea.