About Almeria

18-07-2008

 Scuba Diving in Almeria, Spain

Scuba Diving in Almeria, SpainAlmeria since its past history has been designated as one of the most visited part of Spain. This is because Almeria owns various and striking sceneries where everyone can surely appreciate and awed to its beauty, especially to its pristine beaches. Its warm climate, coast and beaches make Almeria the sanctuary of many sports and leisure activities. However, the most famous activity within the province is the Scuba diving. In fact, most of the foreigners coming to Almeria are those who wanted to experience Scuba diving sport.

The scuba diving sport is not only a part time sport but it is also a sport that will take you to the captivating world of freedom. Aside from that, scuba diving as well is a good sport that gives you good fitness, and clear mind. However, before doing the scuba diving sport, there are some tips that you should follow and remember so that you will have a perfect scuba diving experience.

• Check yourself if scuba diving is for you. The scuba diving sports is not ideal for everyone. Scuba divers need to be comfortable in the water. It is ideal for a swimmer which has the confidence in the lake or the ocean. And those scuba divers who join the sport can be able to swim of about 200 yards constantly and can stride water for about 10 minutes. Before doing the sport, scuba divers should also pass the medical examination since the water put extra pressure on the body.

• Being a scuba diver needs certification. Scuba divers should obtain the scuba diving class which is taught by a qualified scuba diving instructor. Most of the students can qualify already the class for about 24 hours, while some take a longer class.

• When scuba diving, make sure that you are all complete with the scuba diving gears before diving into the water. Since it may lead you to risks if you are incomplete with the scuba diving gears. Scuba diving is a fun, unique sport mostly seen in Almeria Spain. If you want to have a worthy experience of the sport in Almeria, plan it well before living.


24-06-2008

 The Beauty and Scenery of Almeria

The Beauty and Scenery of AlmeriaAlmeria is one of the most beautiful regions. It is derived from the Arabic word, Al-Mariyat, (which means Mirror of the sea) It is the Mediterranean province of Spain. It is famous because of its natural beauty with dry and warm weather condition.

There are many scenic views that surely each visitors will love. Among of them are restaurants that surely everyone will love their nutritious recipes. In fact there are many restaurants that will serve you healthy and nutritious menu. Some of these famous restaurants are Torreluz Mediterraneo, La Gruta, Club de Mar, Bodega Bellavista, La Chumbera, Terraza Carmona, and Al- Baida. Surely everybody will love the healthy and nutritious recipes which Almeria’s top class restaurants offer.

Besides restaurants, you can also find famous beaches in Almeria. The La Garrofa Beach- a very small beach which fits the cliffs of deep waters. The Costa Cabana Beach- an urban beach which offers various numbers of services and equipments. San Jose beach- located in the heart of Parque Natural surrounded by sands and beautiful mountains. The San Telmo beach- also small kind of beach which fits between the cliffs and Restamar Beach- also a well- equipped urban beach.

You will also find here beautiful churches and cathedrals among of them are: the Santo Domingo Convent- It is the sixteenth century edifice. Las Puras Convent- also in sixteenth century. The Nuestra Senora de la Encarnacion Cathedral- in the 15th century. The symbol of the city is its tower. The Las Claras Convent or the Convent of la Encarnacion- it is in the 18th century convent and was recognized as an artistic historical monument. And the San Juan Parish Church – 16th century church and situated in the Plaza De Las Chafarinas. It is also known as one of the best historical sites of the city, for it was built within the remains of the 10th century mosque.

Aside from these sceneries, there are also beautiful and relaxing hotels which you will really love. One of them is The City Mar Gran Hotel Almeria. It was built in 60’s with unique qualities for it was the time when the movie shooting boomed in Almeria. It was the favorite shooting place of the famous stars such as Harrison Ford, Sean Connery and many others. There were also many other hotels that provide cheap and convenient amenities.

If you will visit Almeria, surely you can say it is a dream come true!


29-05-2008

 Almeria’s famous Cuisines and restaurants

Almeria’s famous Cuisines and restaurants Almeria is the Mediterranean province of Spain. It is located in the south eastern part of Spain. It is the 8th capital provincial of Andalucia. The name was taken from the historical word ‘Al- Marayat’ which means ‘The Mirror of the sea’. Almeria is known to have a dry and warm weather condition and considered to be as one of the warmest region in Spain. It is famous for its natural beauty of beaches and the unique way of living and of course their nutritious and fresh menus. The city was filled with museums, churches, restaurants with having satisfaction with their recipes. Most of their restaurants serves nutritious and healthy menus, mainly seafood sautéed or grilled in olive oil. The most popular main dish is the “Escabeche e Sardines” which taken from the Philippine’s local, it is made out of fresh fish, some spices, and tomato sauce. You have all the assurance that all foods are fresh because from the fisherman’s fort all catch fishes, grouper, lobsters, clams, mussels and prawns are hauled wholesale to restaurants around Almeria and distributed to kitchen as much as possible without even refrigerated or got frozen since Spaniards love to eat seafood dishes freshly prepared. Overall, the sea beaches of Almeria have attracted tourist from place all over the world and their fresh eaten products. Let me give you some guidelines about where to find the best restaurants in Almeria.

Torreluz Mediterraneo is known of their creative cuisine using local product especially fish and seafood and try their delicious menu named degustacion which introduces the restaurant’s one of a kind creation and with an excellent value with a combination of wine that shows efficient service.

La Gruta is also known of their excellent grilled and roasted meats and traditional local cuisine. For those who are vegetarians they will not appreciate it because they are particular with meats especially cod. But it only opens at evenings and closed by Sundays.

Club de Mar is also known by their excellent fish and seafood which tourists love their fresh produce available and they were the one to choose which to eat. It is an overlooking restaurant where in you can view the Mediterranean Sea.

Bodega Bellavista serves their best classical Mediterranean and traditional cuisine with some of a modern touch and excellent wines offered.

La Chumbera is very well known by their creative dishes serve by the one of Spain’s fastest chefs Alejandro Sanchez. The best thing here is that elegant dishes in elegant surroundings.

Terraza Carmona is famous by their original mixture of traditional and innovative cuisine, good service, delicious dishes and excellent wine.

Al-Baida is famous for its local shell fish and they seem to know exactly to find the freshest and highest quality produce.

Spend your vacation time at Almeria’s top class restaurants and enjoy your meals with a nutritious, healthy and very satisfying recipes that you would able to love.


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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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