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The earliest evidence of settlement in Pinos Puente dates back to the Late Bronze Age. The Cerro de los Infantes settlement was particularly significant in the south-east of the Iberian Peninsula, in the Granada province. Associated with the Tartessian culture, the main external influence, this settlement controlled the passage from the Genil River valley to the north. Later, at the end of the 8th century BC, the indigenous inhabitants of Cerro de los Infantes adopted the innovations introduced by Phoenician colonisation, including the potter's wheel and high-temperature firing kilns. Furthermore, Phoenician influence led to a change in housing models, with oval or rectangular huts being replaced by more complex square-shaped constructions.
Fernán Núñez is surrounded by rolling hills, cereal fields and olive groves. It has roughly 9.600 inhabitants and is home to the famous Palacio Ducal.
On this greenway, Minas del Plomo (Lead Mines), you can explore Linares’ mining past. The route is 11 kilometres long and runs between the town of Linares and Los Salidos de Linares mine. The route is accessible on foot, by bike and by horse. One section of the route, the part which runs from Ermita de la Virgen de Linarejos chapel to Restauración well.
The Festivals in Alcudia de Monteagud are Cabalgata Reyes Magos, Día de Andalucía, Semana Santa, Fiesta de San Roque and Fiesta de Santa Lucía.
If you are considering visiting Órgiva you may find our maps a useful tool, we provide three maps, one of the region of Andalucia with Órgiva highlighted. The second handcrafted map gives the location of Órgiva with the corresponding local road network.
Bayárcal is situated at an altitude of more than 1000m, making it the highest municipality in the province of Almería. This has gained the town a reputation for having, supposedly, the cleanest air in Europe, which pairs wonderfully with its natural and rustic beauty. It has around 320 inhabitants.
Just west of the Costa del Sol in Cadiz provinceand a district of San Roque municipality. Sotogrande is about one and half hours drive from Málaga Airport, on the AP-7, and one and half hours from Jerez Airport and 45 minutes from Gibraltar airport.
The Interpretive Centre explores the connection between Christopher Columbus and the discovery of America and the province of Granada.
Famous for the sweet chestnut trees that surround it and give it its name, this village has remained largely unchanged for centuries. The houses are amazingly well preserved - the village was founded in 1554, and many date from the 16th century - with exquisite structural and decorative detail.
The first evidence of human presence in the area dates back to the Neolithic era, in the so-called Culture of the Caves, where the Nieles and Almecena caves particularly stand out. Ceramic and imprint remains from the fifth millennium BC have been discovered. The Argar Culture and the progressive Iberian, Phoenician and Carthaginian hordes gave way to Roman domination.
From detailed driving instructions to recommendations of what to see, what to eat and where to stay, Baird’s “Back Roads of Southern Spain” is the best accompaniment for car trips through Andalucia. Illustrated with excellent photos and maps, Baird covers many destinations in the region as well as creating themed excursions, so whatever you’re interested in; whether wine, seafood or poetry –there’s a car trip for you.
Garrucha has a rich history spanning fishing traditions and industrial mechanization, all of which can be observed throughout the town. It has around 8,800 inhabitants. The earliest reference to a settlement in Garrucha dates to 1327. The spot was fought over by nearby Vera and Mojácar until royal intervention offered the diplomatic solution of a tax on its port activities to be paid to the competing neighbouring towns.
Linares, land of bullfighters and musicians, offers visitors an interesting historical and artistic heritage. An important town in the north of Jaen with a population of 65.000. Linares was heavily involved in the mining and smelting of lead and the production of gunpowder.
As with all the villages in the Sened region, the church was built on the site of an old mosque that was preserved until 1500
Andalucia, with its rich history and cultural heritage, is a treasure trove for art and history enthusiasts. The region's cities, each with its unique character, boast a wide array of fascinating museums that offer a glimpse into the region's past and present.
In Ayamonte there are 3 fun, challenging and prestigious 18 hole golf courses that both novices and professionals can enjoy.
The Tourist Office is located in the Town Hall of Tahal, opening from Monday to Friday.
A pleasure for the most demanding golfer, Atalaya Rosner Golf Course also called Atalaya New Golf Course requires accuracy off the tee and a steady putter on the green.
El Carpio sits on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, and is topped with a tower on a hill. The town has around 4500 inhabitants.
Located in Barrio Santa Cruz, in a pretty square with orange trees, the 17th-century baroque hospital was built to care for elderly, impoverished and infirm priests. From 2027, it will be used as a gallery for religious art, and offers a peaceful haven in this area which is often thronged with visitors.
