A Visit to El Torcal de Antequera This was a return trip to El Torcal. A few years ago I (as part of a hiking group) had come here in winter and had hiked from the bottom of El Torcal up to the Visitors Center. From there we had done the yellow trail around the […]
The best Viewpoints in Antequera
The best Viewpoints in Antequera. Antequera is a stunning city. We’ve lived here a year and we’re always discovering different spots with great views. The city has a lot of official miradors, but there are other spots around the city where you’ll get unexpected views that will give you a new perspective on the city. […]
Antequera’s Convento de Belén (and other nearby highlights)
Antequera’s Convento de Belén (and other nearby highlights) Antequera has so many incredible churches. I’ve covered a few previously: the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios, Iglesia del Carmen, Iglesia de San Juan de Dios… The church in the Convento de Belén has to be included in the Top 5 of spectacular churches in […]
The Cost of Living in Antequera (and comparing it to Nerja)
The Cost of Living in Antequera (and comparing it to Nerja) A year ago we lived in Nerja on the Costa del Sol. I did a post at the time breaking down our cost of living in Nerja. Earlier this year we moved to Antequera in the interior. There were many reasons for the move: […]
Visiting the Dolmens of Antequera
Visiting the Dolmens of Antequera The Dolmens are the most famous attractions in Antequera. Dating back almost 6000 years, these Dolmens (stone-made tombs) are one of the most important dolmen groups in all of Europe. Think about the history. The Antequera Dolmens consist of 3 different dolmens: the Menga, Viera and El Romeral dolmens. The […]
The Alcazaba of Antequera
The Alcazaba of Antequera The Alcazaba of Antequera is the most arresting feature of the city – a large Moorish fortress sitting on a hill above the city. Construction started in the 11th century when Antequera was becoming an important outpost of the Caliphate. But it was in the 14th century, with the Moors feeling […]