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Sierra de Alhamilla Natural Area

Only 15km northeast of Almeria city is this largely barren and rugged 8,500ha mountain range, designated a protected natural area in 1989. Riven by deep gullies, particularly on its southern slopes, it rises to 1,387m at its highest point of the Colativí peak.

Motril Beaches

Motril's coastal strip has several beaches, the two closest to the town itself being Playa Granada and Playa Poniente. The latter is better developed, but the area is not aesthetic enough for discerning international tourists. The Gran Hotel (****) is the best on the coast, very comfortable and reasonably priced but its location lacks inspiration. Ideal for a night halt or a business meeting.

Bus Service in Molvízar

There is a bus service from Molvízar to Ítrabo, Lobres, Salobreña and Motril using the bus company, Grupo Fajardo.

WEATHER

If you are considering visiting this town you will be interested to check the latest weather forecast for the next few days from the table below.

Tomas el Nitri

Tomas el Nitri, considered one of the most important singers in the history of the cante flamenco, was born in Arcos de la Frontera some time around 1830 and died in 1890. There are as many myths as there are question marks surrounding el Nitri`s life, stories like the one of his demise after choking on his own blood.

Festivals in Arboleas

Festivals in Arboleas: Cabalgata de Reyes Magos, Semana Santa, Fiesta de Santa Ana, Fiesta de San Roque, Fiesta del Cristo de la Esperanza and Fiesta en Honor a la Virgen del Pilar.

Hostals & Hostels in Salobreña

Salobreña, place to stay if you are looking for a weekend break or a longer trip away. There is a range of Hostels available. Most of the hostals and hostels are located in the old town.

Paco Cantos Sports Complex

Facilities: Indoor courts for futsal (indoor football), basketball, mini-basketball, volleyball, ball games, skating and tennis. Changing rooms and toilets. Children's playground and bar.

Dreambeach, Playa Villaricos 2023

Dreambeach is multi-day festival featuring the best electronic music on the planet, on the coast of Almeria. Dreambeach takes place on the first weekend (Friday and Saturday) in August at Playa Villaricos (Cuevas del Almanzora, Almería). It is now extended to cover more days.

Surfing

Although windsurfing tends to be better known on the Costa coastline – most famously in Tarifa - surfboarding is also enjoyed by many, particularly in the Autumn and Spring. On the Costa del Sol, the beaches around Estepona are particularly popular. However, it is the Costa de la Luz, between Tarifa and Cádiz, which has the best and most consistent good waves for surfing.

Villas & Holiday Homes

Novo Sancti Petri is packed with accommodation opportunities. As well as hotels, it is also home to many villas and holiday homes providing quality self-catering opportunities for the thousands of tourists that descend upon the resort in the summer season. Villas can give you ultimate exclusivity and privacy and can be great value for money, especially for families or large groups of people.

La Malahá

The Greeks called it Malka. The Romans, Misarza. The Goths called it Mizarza, and the Arabs Al-Malaha. When looking at maps or roads to the village; you might see its name written in different ways. The district of La Malahá is located at the foot of the mining hill of Montevives. This area is home to some of the most important salt mines in Andalucía. These historic mines feed the waters of the Santapudia and Salado streams.

Books - Mediterranean Garden Plants

It covers over 350 of the best plants for our climate - ones that will work with you helping to form that Mediterranean garden of your dreams.

Lorraine arrived in Andalucia over 25 years ago and may be known by many of you for her specialist plant nursery near Cómpeta and her writings in many publications within Spain. This was the book that she was writing in her head over many years, based on clients' doubts and queries about local plants.

Écija - Gastronomy

The gastronomy in Écija is based entirely on natural ingredients. There is a great variety of recipes imported throughout its history as well as the great diversity and interaction of the different cultures existing in Écija. Dishes include sopa de gato (tomato and pepper soup), gazpacho and flamenquines (stuffed with hardboiled egg and ham).

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