The Sierras Magazine, Castril
Covering The Altiplano de Granada and beyond...
Baza
Places of interest include:
The Archaeological Museum - where you will see interesting remains from the different cultures who have inhabited Baza throughout history.
The Colegiata Concatedral de la Encarnación dates back to the 16th Century and is a national monument.
The Arab Baths are amongst the oldest baths dating back to the 10th century.
13th Century Islamic Alcazaba or Fortress - this is located at the top of the town. Here you can enjoy panoramic views over Baza.
Baza is also well known for traditions passed down through the centuries, such as the making of hand-made string instruments, such as guitars and mandolins and other hand made crafts such as artistic woodwork.
Lake Negratin has many watersports on offer here during the main Summer months, ranging from Canoeing through to Paddle Boats. Or if you prefer to simply sit back and watch, why not take a break at the "Rio" restaurant, food comes highly recommended.
There are also remains of the old Jewish quarter. The "Dama de Baza" sculpture discovered here is an excellent example of Iberian culture during the 3rd and 4th centuries B.C. Of special interest are the Gothic church of the Anunaciación with its Plateresque façade by Diego de Siloé, the 16th century former Town Hall (Ayuntamiento), and the Fountain of Caños Dorados.
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Places to eat and drink
- La Parra Baza
- BP Garage and Baza Hospital for great bocadillos at low prices
Castillejar
Where to eat and drink El Rincon Swimming Pool Los Olivos, nr Castillejar, provides you with a municipal swimming pool where you can laze by the pool and enjoy a meal and drinks in the bar. There are changing rooms and the showers which are very clean. | Things to do in the Castillejar include:
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Freila
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Swimming
There is a Recreation Area at Freila (down from the Camp site), where you can have the benefits of a beach without the crowds! Restaurant available.
Galera
Galera is one of the most interesting archaeological sites in the province of Granada.
A lake used to cover the landscape and when it dried up it brought with it many archaeological remains which range from the Paleolithic, the Calcolithic and the Argaric culture to Iberian times.
A Museum of Prehistory and Palaeontology is host to Galera and can be found in the Torre del Homenaje.
There is also a monumental heritage the "Alcazaba de las Siete Torres". This dates back to the 11th century.
The "Palicio de los Segura" is also well worth a visit.
Replica Argaric glassware is also made here in the archaeological ceramic workshops. This tradition has passed down through the centuries.
Handcrafts include:
- Basketwork
- Embroidery
- Lace making
A Weekly Market takes place here every Wednesday.
Huescar
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- The Church of " Santa María La Mayor" C/ Mayor
Tel: 958 740290 - Rodríguez Penalva Municipal Park
Avda. de Granada, sn - Fuencaliente Recreational Complex
Camino de Fuencaliente - The Church of "Santiago" C/ Alhondiga
Tel: 958 740290 - Santo Domingo Convent
C/ Mayor - Hermitage of "La Soledad"
C/ Morote - Tower of Homage Remains
C/ Alhondiga - La Sagra Mountain and Las Santas Area
Camino de las Santas - San Clemente Reservoir
- La Losa Area
- Annual ‘Segureño’ Mountain Lamb Auction
- Weekly Market every Thursday
- Moorish Watchtowers
- Vidriera Pine Forest
- "Picoso" Local Wine"
Where to eat and drink
- El Molino Restaurant, Fuencaliente
- La Bodega
Orce
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Pozo Alcon
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Velez Rubio
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Zujar
If you would like to contribute by writing an article about Zujar please email us by clicking here Thermal Baths We recently revisited. A little chilly outside on the day we went but inside underneath the canopy it was delightful and we even had the place to ourselves! Can’t go wrong with that for 2 euros a head! Opens from 10am - 5pm from Tuesday to Sunday. |  |
