Visiting Almunecar
Almunecar attracts its tourists on the Costa Tropical with its unique spirit. This Spanish holiday resort comes with a very interesting past: in the 8th century BC it belonged to the Phoenicians. The Romans came after the Phoenicians, but lost the town in favor of the Moors; the Christians took it from the Moors in the 15th century and all these influences have left their imprint on all aspects of life in Almunecar.
When you visit the resort, it is natural to be attracted by the welcoming beaches: Playa de San Cristobal and Playa Puerta del Mar are the most popular ones. However, Almunecar tourists don’t choose the resort just for its beaches; they also choose it for the wonderful monuments and museums that wait to be discovered. Castillo de San Miguel guards the resort from up above. The castle was built at the end of the 15th century on the ruins of a fort dating back to the Roman era.
Tourists can visit the rooms of the castle, as well as the collection of relics which were excavated in the surroundings of the resort. For those who are really passionate about history, the Almunecar Archaeological Museum patiently awaits them with a collection of relics dating back to 3,500 years ago.
Other attractions in Almunecar
The pottery is another very important attraction of this resort; it is called Alfareria del Castillo and it offers tourists the chance to buy objects with a design inspired from the archaeological objects found in Almunecar. The Roman Aqueduct, built in the 1st century, deserves your attention; you will find it very close to the town, just outside the resort. If you want a breath of fresh air, the perfect place for you is Majuelo. Majuelo is both a park and a botanical garden, displaying the biggest collection of sub-tropical botanical species in Europe.
The nightlife is active throughout the entire summer season, always ready to entertain tourists with different types of activities. You can either choose a bar situated along the Playa Puerta del Mar where you can have a nice drink and taste the famous tapas while listening to traditional music, or choose a restaurant. Restaurants in Almunecar serve delicious dishes; if you like fish, go to Calabra. For those who like to experiment, choose La Galeria, which serves non-conformist dishes. Enjoy Almunecar!