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Puerto de Almería
WALKING ROUTE THROUGH MUSLIM ALMERÍA
AND HISTORIC OLD TOWN
Puerto de Almería
The origin of Almeria was the need to a better defence system, to protect the Xth
century new arab settlements. It was Abd-al-Rahman III who founded the Alcazaba
(the Citadel), which gave this city its name: Al-Mariy-yat (the Watchtower). It is the
biggest fortress ever built by the Arabs in Spain and it housed —within its triple
wall— palaces and mosques. During this time (10th century), Almeria was the main
commercial port in the Caliphate of Cordoba, with more than 10,000 textile mills in
its medina.
Visit the main monuments left by the eight centuries of Muslim occupation.
You will pass by the Old Mosque (now Church of San Juan SXVI-XVII) which was
built on S.X by the arabs.
Then your guide will take you into the La Alcazaba (SX) Built by Abderrahman III. It
has two different areas, one Muslim and one Christian, this one from 1489 (after
the recapture of the Catholic Monarchs)
Come down from the fortress by the c /Almanzor to charming “Plaza Vieja”, where
you can have a break in Hammam: Aires de Almería where are the Arab baths or
hammam where. You can enjoy the water and have a relaxing massage on the
marble tempered. Finally we can visit the Arab Aljibes, built by Jairan (S.XI) to
supply water to the population. We can continue the trip into the city centre.Then
will have free time to browse around the shops and cafes in this area.
*Times and special remarks
DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
09:00
09:30
09:45
11:00
11:10
12:00
12:15
13:00
12:15
13:30
PLACE VISITED
Departure from the pier d.
Walk through the old city
Visit to San Juan Church
Walk into the Alcazaba
Visit the Alcazaba
Plaza Vieja. Visit the Haman
Free Time or
Visit the Arab Aljibes
Free Time
Departure to the port
Arrival at the port.
Remarks
-Optional tours could be considered.
-This is just an example of one of the excursions that you can request
from your tour-operator
WALKING ROUTE THROUGH MUSLIM ALMERÍA
AND HISTORIC OLD TOWN
Walking Tour Almeria: Religious art in the City
Almeria is a paradise for those who love of architecture and religious
art, our cathedrals, churches, monasteries, shrines and chapels are
part of our historical past.
You will begin walking the “Paseo San Luis” to go to Hospital de
Santa María Magdalena: The complex of buildings that shows the
Hospital dominant architectural styles, mainly old Mudejar style, and
also Neoclassicism from the last quarter of the eighteenth century in
the home and yard, while eclecticism that defines the Chapel and
Hospice are dated in the nineteenth century.
Then we can visit the Casa de los Puche (XVII) and old building
currently home of Medinaceli Brotherhood of Christ, La Merced and
San Pedro. It is also the museum of the Brotherhood.
Cathedral de la Encarnación of Almería: unique Cathedral/Fortress
of the Iberian Peninsula (S. XVI). Built to avoid the pirates raids, it
shows a great contrast between inside and outside. The Episcopal
Diocese of Almería. The building has an architectural transition
between the late Gothic, Renaissance and baroque and has also late
neoclassical features.
Continue the visit to the Plaza de San Pedro, The Church of San Pedro
S.XIX neoclassical façade. Go on to the Plaza Virgen del Mar,
shrine of the Patron's statue S. XIII-SXIV that was found on the beach more
than 500 years ago. Close to this church is the Almería Arts school, with a
nice cloister.
* Time and special remarks
DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
09:00
09:30
10:00
10:30
10:45
11:30
12:30
09:15
10:00
10:30
10:45
11:30
12:45
PLACE VISITED
Departure from the Port
Walk through the old city
Visit Hospital St. San Juan Church
Casa de los Puche
Cathedral
Plaza de San Pedro Church
Virgen del Mar Church
Free Time
Departure to the Port
Arrival at the pier.
Remarks
-Optional tours could be considered
-This is just an example of one of the excursions that you can
request from your tour -operator
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ALMERIA AND ITS BEACHES
THE NATURAL PARK
Puerto de Almería
On this visit we will get to know El Toyo, Olympic Village for the
Mediterranean Games Almería 2005 and and the natural Park of
Cabo de Gata - Las Salinas.
The natural park Cabo de Gata was created in 1989 and in 1991
was declared a biosphere reserve.
Departure from the port by bus. On the motorway we will have a
panoramic view of the city. Panoramic landscape of Cabo de Gata
with stops at scenic emblematic sites.
At the Toyo, we visit the Plaza del Mar, bar terraces, nice walk at
the seaside. On the road to Cabo de Gata we stop at Torre García
a small chapel where the Virgin appeared on December 21, 1502.
Tower restored on the XVIII century.
Arrival to Cabo de Gata - Las Salinas, with the vigilance, tower of
San Miguel, an old XVII century defensive tower.
Stop to visit the church of Las Salinas, the hallmark of the Cabo de
Gata and bird watching observatory.
Continuing the bus to visit: tunny fishing of Monteleva and The
Fabriquilla terraces, typical bars.
Breathtaking scenery from top of the hill.
DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
09:00
09:30
10:00
10:30
12:00
12:30
PLACES VISITED
Bus departure from the port of Almeria
Arrival to El Toyo
Departure to Cabo de Gata
Visit of the Natural Park Cabo de Gata-Níjar (Almería)
Return to the port of Almeria
Bus arrival to the ship.
DURATION OF THE VISIT:
3:30 hours
Distance: 50 Km.
REMARKS:
Companies to contact:
J.126. RUTAS DE NATURALEZA
Tfno: 950380299
info@cabodegata-nijar.com
MALCAMINOS
Tfno: 652022582/629725052
aventura@malcaminos.com
GEOGATA
Tlfno: 667419537
info@geogata.com
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MOJÁCAR TOUR
Bus pickup at Ship side, panoramic view of Almería, and
departure to Mojacar.
- Nicolas Salmeron Park. Emblematic “Fountain of the fish”.
- Port of Almería. Fish markeet, visiting the fishing harbour
and the traditional neighborhood of La Chanca, with the
church of San Roque which dominates the Alcazaba fortress
(Xth Century).
- Round Ctra. Almadrabillas beach. The English Cable, key
example of iron architecture (early twentieth century) and
the railway station, whose facade is also a living example of
the iron architecture of the late nineteenth century.
- Motorway. Mediterranean Games Stadium Almería 2005.
- Arrival to the village of Mojacar.
Cultural Tourism. Visit the picturesque village of Moorish
heritage with its typical white houses and gazebos. Magical
place where we go back to the Muslim era with its narrow
streets and beautiful features. Every corner captivates us
and shows us his ancestral past in addition to a panoramic
dream. We find bars and establishments that offer local
handcraft. Traditional products are a gift the most discerning
palate.
Their souvenir shops give a great atmosphere and festivities
of Moros y Cristianos in June, offer a historical recreation of
great beauty and color of a typical Mediterranean old
tradition.
* Time and special remarks
DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
09:00
09:15
10:15
12:30
13:45
14:45
PLACE VISITED
Departure from the Port
By bus
Departure to Mojacar
Arrival to Mojacar (Visit de village)
Departure to have lunch
Lunch
Departure to Almería
Arrival to Almería, arrival to the port
Remarks
-Comfortable shoes are recommended for the visit to Mojacar
-Optional tours could be considered
-This is just an example of one of the excursions that you can request from
your tour-operator
Duration of the tour
Duration
05:45 h
02:25 h
02:30 h
01:15 h
Places visited
Total time of the tour
Time Spent on bus
Time spent on visit
Free Time for lunch
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ALMERÍA FLAMENCA ... THE DUENDE
The flamenco club EL MORATO, it’s located in a cave,
unique attraction for its natural conditions. There you can
enjoy a flamenco show, singing and dancing that makes it
imperative to visit on a tour around Almeria. And it is also a
great place for a souvenir photograph.
It offers:
- Live an unforgettable moment enjoying the aesthetics of
flamenco dancing and sounds of one of the most attractive in
the world musics, monument of humanity.
- Tasting of products Almeria in a snack, consisting of a glass
of manzanilla, or beer, a cover of ham, cheese, olives and
tomatoes.
- Flamenco: A dancer, a singer and guitarist up the stage
without breaking the canons of pure flamenco, make a very
striking spectacle for all audiences, bringing in their
repertoire of songs and dances by Bulerías, Alegrías (joys),
flamenco Tangos , Fandangos, etc..
DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
10:00
10:15
10:30
11:00
11:30
11:45
PLACES VISITED
Bus departure from the port of Almeria
Arrival at the Peña Flamenca
Show
Appetizer of tasting products Almería
Return to the port of Almeria
Bus arrives back to the Ship.
DURATION OF THE VISIT:
1 hour 45 minutes, including the transfer.
REMARKS:
Flexible hours, Monday to Sunday (except Friday night)
Minimum group of 35.
Contact: 675 525 460 (Lola)
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ALMERIA AND ITS WINES... WINERIES
Wineries Pagos de Indalia is the old winery of Paco Jimenez and
Antonio Ferre, precursor of what is now Vt. Ribera del Andarax, a
quality distinction that hosts 21 municipalities of Rio since early
2003.La Andarax winery started life when Paco Ferre, professor of
biochemistry in Madrid and CEO of American multinational, abandons
his work put in by his passion in Madrid produce wine wine tierra.Los
first steps were in Padules when a group of partners and fans of the
wines from this winery Paco land Ferre created.
Although in 1983, Paco Ferre dared to plant in the basin including
Gador saw, joints of Sierra Nevada and the Sierra de los Filabres at an
average altitude of 780m. Different varieties, tempranillo, calvenet,
Sauvingnm, Merlot, Macabeo and Viognier.
The landscape: a thousand-year-old, people traditions, wine cellars,
surprising flavors. And a variety gourmet, the best guarded secret.
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE PLACES VISITED
09:00
10:00
11:00
12:00
14:00
15:00
Departure by bus walk to boat from the port of Almeria
Guided tour of the winery with wine tasting at the end of
the Chamber of Costa with spectacular ravine “Los
Baños”.
Visit the village of Padules
Lunch in a restaurant of the place
Return to the port of Almeria
Bus arrives walk to boat.
DURATION OF THE VISIT:
6 hours
Distance: 50 Kms.
REMARKS:
Sale of wines from winery
Price of the visit: consult
Responsible for wineries: Juanma 648469502
Responsible Visits with tasting: Diego 636490898
MINIHOLLYWOOD - OASYS PARK
THEME PARK OF THE DESERT OF TABERNAS
Puerto de Almería
In the Desert of Tabernas, the former cinematographic scenes of
the historical American westerns movies have turned into a
thematic park. You can enjoy the golden years of the Western films
and also a Zoological Reserve with more than 150 species of
animals.
This set was the film paradise of Hollywood in the 60 and 70.
Famous actors, such as Clint Eastwood, Brigitte Bardot, Anthony
Quinn, Claudia Cardinale, Alain Delon, Sean Connery, Raquel
Welch, Orson Welles... The Tabernas desert is unique, beautiful
and enigmatic landscapes which recreated scenes from legendary
films in the history of cinema, such as: "Lawrence of Arabia",
"Cleopatra", "the good, the ugly and the bad", "For a few dollars
more" or "Indiana Jones and the last crusade".
To commemorate that cinematic splendor is the Show of the West by a few
specialists, who for approx. 20 minutes recreate an authentic “western
scene". You can also enjoy the Cancan dance in the Saloon.
Distance to the capital: 25 km
Duration of the visit: 4 hours
* Time and special remarks
DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
09:00
09:35
PLACE VISITED
Departure from the port
Bus to MiniHollywood
Arrival to MiniHollywood (Visit the park)
14:00
Departure to Almería
Arrival to Almería, arrival to the port
13:30
Duration
05:00 h
01:00 h
04:00 h
01:00 h
Places visited
Duration of the tour
Time Spend on bus
Time spend on visit
Free Time for lunch
Remarks
-Comfortable shoes are recommended for the visit to MiniHollywood
There is also another western Park call “Fort Bravo”, which is also very
interesting to visit, very well conserved and with different western shows.
Puerto de Almería
THE ALHAMBRA ... SO NEAR
The Alhambra in Granada is considered the monument
number one in Europe. It has been declared a World
Heritage Site. The works of Nasrid era monument
began in 1234 under Sultan Muhammad al-Andalus.
Being original color vermilion red, reddish, farmers in
the plains of Granada called it Al-Hamra Kalat.al (the
castle built of red earth) and taking the name of the
Alhambra. The Alhambra was a palace, citadel and
fortress. It was the residence of the Nasrid sultans, of
senior officials, servants of the court and elite soldiers
of the thirteenth and fourteenth century. Currently 4
zones are distinguished: the Nasrid Palaces, the
military zone or Alcazaba, the city or medina and
agricultural estate of the Generalife, all set in a wooded
environment, gardens and orchards.
DEPARTURA ARRIVAL
09:00
11:30
13:30
15:30
17:00
19:30
DURATION OF THE VISIT:
All the day.
PLACES VISITED
Bus departure from the port of Almeria
Start of the guided tour of the Alhambra
Lunch in a typical restaurant of Granada
Free time
Return to the port of Almeria
Bus arrival to the Port.
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OTHER THINGS TO DO IN ALMERÍA
CAMELLOS DE ALMERIA, S.L
We offer camel rides in semiarid landscapes, crossing dry riverbeds.
It is fun for all. In winter we are in Pechina, next to Almería town. In
summer we stay in Mojácar near the beach with the caravan. In
Pechina all riders are invited to visit the camel farm and having their
picnic there.
ROUTES 4X4
Route of half a day that allows us to know the principal wealths of the
Natural Park Gata-Níjar. This tour includes the different Ecosystems
of the Park: Volcanic landscape, Saline Wetlands, Coastal Step and
Band Marinades.
Observations: Use a hat, solar protector and sport footwear
THE ISLAND DIVER. Saling &diving club
The underwater world is full of secrets. We want these jewels
remain intact,
We rely on your discretion. We dive remote undetectable through
conventional Dive Centres.
View from the boat the coast of the Parque Natural de Cabo de GataNija to get closer to the Alboran island to see dolphins and whales
groups, crossing the Alboran Sea towards Morocco or any cruise that
you choose in the Mediterranean.
PRODESUR. Nautical Activities at the Natural Park Cabo de
Gata
Visit with Prodesur Canoeing the stunning beaches and cliffs of the
Natural Park Cabo de Gata-Nijar. Live a unique experience to enjoy
nature from a canoe. The fun, excitement and unusual landscapes
makes it an unique adventure.
Puerto de Almería
TERQUE VILLAGE
Terque is a small town in the Alpujarra, located 27 kilometers from
Almeria. Terque combines with their attractive museums, a rich
historic, architectural, human, natural and scenic, making it the ideal
place to learn the history and customs of Almeria.
The ethnographic museum is one of the many houses of bourgeois
architecture of the late nineteenth century, owned by the City of
Terque. It is dedicated to the conservation, research and outreach
Terque ethnographic heritage, and the province of Almeria in
general. Through its rooms on two floors, you can take a tour of the
offices, domestic establishments and religious, socials and political
events of Terque history and the region. Their halls and warehouses
contains the best ethnography collection of Almeria. Pajarito is the
*Time and special remarks
ARRIVAL
visitors. It participates in “Arriería” activities,
“Barrilería”
DEPARTURE
09:00
colt of Terque Museums. It's a character recognized by residents and
09:30
Arrival to Terque
13:30
14:00
The caves of Terque is the biggest “House cave” neighborhood in the
Province. San José cave is one of this houses, it has been
rehabilitated by workers from the village and actually it is a new
cultural space for exhibitions, concerts and conferences.
Departure from the pier
By bus to Terque
demonstration´s activities, in Old Crafts Day and Group Visits.
Next to the museum is placed “The Modernist”. This establishment is
dedicated to show the materials and clothing history. The furnitures,
shelves, closets, cabinets, counter or lamps is a unique and
extraordinary example of a fabric trade modernist period in our
province.
PLACE VISITED
Departure to Almería
Arrival to the port of Almería
Duration of the tour:
Duration
Places visited
05:00h
Duration of the tour
01:00h
Time Spend on bus
04:00h
Time Spend on visit
ALMERÍA AND ITS FLAVORS
TAPAS FOUD ROUTES
Almeria city is the kingdom of tapas. For each beer or wine
you order in a bar you are offered to choose between a wide
variety of small dishes, from fish to meat, vegetables and
toasts, grilled, cooked or fried. If you visit Almeria is a must
to do a bar hoping. You will be surprised with the number of
bars in the city. They all offer a wide variety of tapas to
choose from.
Recommended bars:
-Catamaran: Paseo Marítimo
Paseo Marítimo
-Quinto Toro C/Reyes Católicos 6
-Casa Puga
C/Jovellanos 7
-Bodega las Botas C/Fructuoso Perez 3
-Restaurante La Encina C/Marín, 16
-Bar Entremares
C/Las Tiendas (Esquina C/Real)
-Taberna Entrevinos C/Padre Alfonso Torres 9
Remarks
-Comfortable shoes are recommended for the tour
-Unlimited number of participants on tour
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