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17-12-2009

 Hidden attractions to see in Almeria

Viewing AlmeriaThe city of Almeria is appointed as one of those beautiful cities of Andalusia that preserve the Moorish heritage. Almeria is located particularly on the southeast coast of Spain. It has been said that Almeria was once a thriving Moorish capital; it has been influenced by many settlers such like the Carthaginians, Romans, Phoenicians, Arabs and Christians. Because of the settlers before, they remained beautiful attractions and places to see in Almeria.

Tabernas. This small village is located 16 miles from the Almeria city. It is located between the Sierra de Alhamilla and Sierra de Filabres particularly in the desolate landscape of canyons and rocky wasteland of the American Wild.

The Cabo de Gata Natural Park. One of the impressive parks to visit in Almeria Spain; the lighthouse that stands at the top of Cabo de Gata peninsula which is at the north of Almeria City reminds the extremity of the city’s largest coastal nature reserve. This is also the best location to go in Almeria if you are looking for a relaxing place. You can do jogging here, biking, hiking and even bird watching. If you are in Almeria, you should not miss the opportunity of visiting this park.

Cabo ne Gata Nijar Park. Another interesting park to visit in Almeria; the Cabo ne Gata Nijar Park is incredibly awesome. If you are traveling the road from the top of it you would be amazed how hair raising it felt. The small restaurant and bar that it has is worth to dine with because of it’s reasonably priced of meal and refreshments.

The Cathedral of Almeria. The cathedral of Almeria was designed by the popular architect name Diego de Siloe. It was made in between 1524 and 1562. If you were going to visit the church you will notice that it was fortified. Expect to see no windows on the sides of the church. It has been said that the reason of fortification is due to the attacks of the Berber pirates in the past history.


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One of Spain's most beautiful regions, Almeria (derived from the Arabic Al-Mariyat, which means "Mirror of the Sea" in Arabic) was established in 955 by Sultan Abd ar-Rahman II of the Caliphate of Cordoba. Today it is a thriving tourist region that draws thousands of visitors a year.

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