It is a large containment dam on the Chico River with a fall of about 30 metres. Built from metamorphic rock masonry and located between Cañar and Soportújar, it is well worth a visit for the magnificent views of the landscape it offers.

Built by Christians at the beginning of the sixteenth century on the site of a Muslim hermitage, the monument consists of a central nave and a main chapel, which are separated by a large arch. There is a roof for each section. The monument suffered during the Alpujarras War between 1568 and 1571, when it was destroyed and burned by the Moors. It was repaired in 1594, but was not structurally sound, so its framework was rebuilt in 1629.

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The tourist office of Cáñar is located in the Town Hall.

The tourist office of Cáñar is located in the Town Hall.

Popular festivals in Cáñar are Cabalgata de Reyes Magos, Fiestas de San Blas, Semana Santa, Fiestas de San Marcos, Fiestas de San Marcos, Corpus Christi, Hoguera de Santa Ana, Semana Cultural and Fiestas de Octubre (Feria Mayor en honor al Cristo de la Salud y la Virgen de la Esperanza).

At the beginning of the Muslim occupation, Cáñar was known as Gebel, and with the administrative division of La Alpujarra it was included within the Taha de Órgiva. After the conquest of Granada and falling into Christian hands, the population was gradually subjected to a pressure that became intolerable. This was followed by the insurrection, led by Abén Humeya.

This village, located in the Alpujarra region, is home to some beautiful natural monuments. The village itself has kept the Arabic influence alive, with narrow streets, whitewashed houses and flat roofs a common sight. The “El Fex” farmhouse is a prime example of this Arabic influence; it dates between the 8th and 9th centuries. Visitors can also visit the Muslim remains that have been found in the old Molino de Ramblero mill.