Atarfe
Atarfe is surrounded by mountains and agricultural land. The village has a rich cultural heritage dating back to the Neolithic era. It is a well-known village in the province of Granada, with origins dating back to the 10th century BC — making it the earliest known settlement in the area. It has a population of around 15,400.
History
According to the authors Amador Díaz García and Manuel Barrios Aguilera, the name Atarfe comes from the Arabic word al-taraf, meaning 'point', which in the Granada dialect would be a- tarf. This is probably in reference to the nearby Castillejo and Tajo Colorao peaks. However, other sources suggest that it originates from the Arabic word artarf, meaning 'boundary', as the boundary of the old city of Elvira was located nearby. More>
Things to see
Iglesia Parroquial de la Encarnación
The church was erected in accordance with a papal bull issued by the Metropolitan Church of Granada in 1501. It stands on the site of the former Xini Mosque, as recorded in the Book of Habices. More>
Museo El Arca de los Tiempos
Closed permanently. More>
Ermita de Santa Ana
Although modest in architecture, the chapel is steeped in religious tradition. More>
Centro Cultural Medina Elvira
The Medina Elvira Cultural Centre is a large theatre and arts venue. More>
Coliseo Ciudad Atarfe
This indoor bullring can be adapted for any type of concert or event. More>
