The Hidden Antequera
When you decide to visit Antequera, prepare for a trip back in time, a 5,000 years one; Antequera has been inhabited since the Bronze Age, then the native Iberians came in the area and started to create the first settlements. Once you get there, make sure you follow the timeline by visiting the burial mounds, the fascinating dolmens, the beautiful Roman baths, the outstanding Moorish castle, the unique Gothic churches, the splendid Renaissance fountains and last, but not least, the Baroque Bell Towers.
You will find Antequera patiently waiting for its visitors in the heart of the province of Andalusia, being surrounded by cities like Granada, Malaga and Seville. Many tourists are fooled by the idea that Antequera is the typical whitewashed town, but in fact it is much more than this: a real treasure is found within its walls and behind the modest façade that opens in front of your eyes.
More than 55 spots representing monuments and buildings of great value will be on your ‘’must see’’ list when you visit Antequera, so prepare yourself with a lot of energy and a lot of good mood, because you will need it in order to come into direct contact with the real cultural value of the town.
The natural Antequera
The beautiful landscapes represent a very important attraction in Antequera, as the town is located over the amazing La Vega plains and its rich farmlands are bathed by the waters of the Guadalhorce River. You will adore admiring the beautiful plains covered with asparagus, sunflower, fruits or olives. The Lovers Leap is one of the most amazing viewpoints; as it is a crag of limestone spread over 800 meters that creates a picturesque landscape.
Visiting, having fun, enjoying Antequera
Probably one of the oldest attraction points in Antequera is represented by the Dolmens that you will find somewhere to the west of the charming town. El Romeral, Viera and Menga form a megalithic site like very few others in the world, while the beautiful churches built all around the town are some of the monuments that you are not allowed to miss. Since you are visiting a Spanish town, enjoy the famous and delicious Spanish tapas served in one of the many bars, cafes or pubs that wait for their clients with good drinks and a lot of good mood. You have to visit Antequera; it is absolutely amazing!