A Journey Through History
The Alpujarra of Almeria, a hidden treasure in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, is home to a rich cultural and monumental heritage that dates back thousands of years. Its white villages, perched on impossible slopes, hide historical treasures that transport us to different times and cultures.
Embark on a journey through the major monuments of the Alpujarra Almeriense, where history comes alive in every stone:
Alhama de Almería:
- Parish Church of San Nicolás de Bari: Its origins date back to the 16th century, with a marked Mudejar style.
- The Bridge: It is a neoclassical viaduct, its construction is related to the economic boom that the area experienced in the early nineteenth century thanks to mining and the cultivation of Ohanes grapes.
- Salmerón House: Home of the president of the First Republic and one of the essential politicians and intellectuals in the history of Spain.
Padules:
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Canals of Padules: With a great environmental value, in which you can appreciate how the river Andarax has modeled the carbonate reliefs that link the shallows of the Sierra de Gádor with the sunny side of Sierra Nevada.
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Washing place of Padules: Essential site for the people that besides supplying water to families and animals, served as a meeting place for socializing. Enigmatic point of this town.
- Paraje las Cubanas: Route of passage for hikers, endowed with a great nature.
Almócita:
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Parish Church of Nuestra Señora de la Misericordia: With elaborate baroque façades, its nave is unroofed and only preserves the Mudejar coffered ceiling of its main chapel.
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Public laundry: It is a public washhouse still in use under a vaulted room.
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El Candil: An emblematic monument that represents the cultural and historical richness of the region, carved in stone it reveals the master craftsmanship of the time.
Fondón:
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Palace house of the Godoyas: It is a 17th century mansion, built by the Del Moral y Godoyas family, a clear example of Andalusian baroque civil architecture.
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Hermitage of the Blessed Souls: With a classic architecture, this hermitage is a living testimony of the traditions and history of this town.
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Church of San Andrés: An example of Mudejar architecture of the sixteenth century. Declared of Cultural Interest, which stands out for its unique beauty and its rich history...
These are just some of the many monuments that the Alpujarra Almeriense has to offer. Each village hides its own historical and cultural treasures, waiting to be discovered by curious travelers.
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