HUENEJA
Nestled in the Granada mountains, Huéneja conserves one of the region's largest and most important Arab baths, which are soon to be declared of Cultural Interest. The town's street layout, built during Moorish times, has remained virtually intact. It has a population of around 1,200.
HISTORY
The town, situated in the southernmost Sened at the meeting point of the Mediterranean and Atlantic watersheds, boasts a strategic location due to its abundant water and mineral wealth. Evidence of human presence dates back to the Argar period. Its current name originates from the Arab period, referencing water flow and ground-breaking. During the Islamic era, it was a fortress with a castle (Reniha or Guenichea). Boabdil notably stayed in the farmsteads in 1490. The Catholic Monarchs took control in the Reconquista (1491). More>
THINGS TO SEE
Baños Árabes
The Arab Baths of Huéneja are partially hidden amongst a group of houses, in keeping with the traditional design of rural Nasrid baths. More>
Ermita de Nuestra Señora de la Presentación
Dating back to the seventeenth century, the chapel consists of a nave used for worship, which has a Mudejar coffered ceiling. More>
Castillo de Huéneja
The best-preserved section of the castle is the western part, where the remains of towers can be found in the south-west and north-west corners. More>
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Anunciación
The church’s construction began in 1500 on the site of a former mosque, although an inscription on its exterior façade reveals that the work continued for several years, until 1634. More>
Iglesia Ermita de San Francisco Serrano
Construction of the church began in 1500 on the site of a former mosque. More>
NATURAL AREAS
Área Recreativa “Los Castaños”
The 'Los Castaños' recreational area is situated in a landscape of undeniable biological significance, with centuries-old chestnut trees. Location>
COUNTRYSIDE WALKS
Sierra de Huéneja
The route is 17 km long and takes approximately 5 hours. It passes through Dólar and Ferreira.
HANDICRAFTS
If you would like to take home a beautiful souvenir and you like ceramics, this is the place for you. The villagers are highly skilled in the production of all kinds of traditional ceramic products.
BUS SERVICE
There is a bus service from Huéneja to Granada City and Guadix using the bus company, BAM. Location>
GASTRONOMY
When visiting Huéneja, be sure to try some of the local dishes, such as plato alpujarreño (scrambled eggs with jamón, black pudding, chorizo and peppers) and olla de San Antón (a chickpea stew). For a sweet treat, sample the roscos de Loja (doughnuts) or the pestiños (honey- coated pastries).
FESTIVALS
Popular festivals in Huéneja are San Blas, Fiestas de San Antón, San Marcos and San José Obrero. More>
WEATHER FOARECAST
The weather forecast for the next few days for Huéneja. More>
TOURIST OFFICE
The tourist office of Huéneja is located in the Town Hall. Location>
NEARBY PLACES
The neighbouring villages to Huéneja are Dólar and Fiñana.
