Visit Nerja

Visit Nerja

Written by The Culture Clique

Nerja is on the eastern Costa del Sol,  and is a seaside resort with sandy coves sheltered by the impressive Sierra de Almijara mountains and often referred to as The Jewel of the Costa del Sol. A unique temperate climate means that Nerja is a great place to visit at any time during the year. There are plenty of things to do and see in and around Nerja. The beaches are varied and all with crystal clear water, it is ideal for bathing throughout the summer and even in the winter with Temperatures of around 22°C  in November time.

Visit The Nerja Caves

A journey to Andalucía would not be complete without a visit to the infamous Nerja Caves, one of Spain’s most popular and spectacular historical sites.
The magnificent Cuevas de Nerja are a series of huge caverns stretching for almost five kilometres and home to the world’s largest stalagmite - a 32 metre high column measuring 13 metres by 7 metres at its base, truly impressive by anyone´s standards.
There are three Galleries – Show Gallery, Upper Gallery and New Gallery, with each gallery containing a number of Halls.
The Upper Gallery and New Gallery contain many of the pre-historic cave paintings, but tourist access to these areas is limited to special groups most of the time,

San Isidro Festival (Feria)

The festival of San Isidro is always the same date every year (the 15th May) and is celebrated with a procession to the Caves of Nerja followed by a big party there.
San Isidro is Nerja’s patron saint, and story has it that although he was a peasant agricultural worker his generosity was legendary.
His story normally resides at the caves of Nerja but he is brought into town to the church of El Salvador before the big event on the 15th May.
Up until about 20 years or so ago he “lived” the other side of Nerja between La Noria and Punta Lara.

 The partying begins the night before with live music at the caves from 9.00pm.

This is Nerja’s biggest fiesta with the whole town taking part, the only chance to see horses and their riders in their very best attire on the town’s streets.

The re are of course many more things that happen in Nerja that you can be a part of, and as the list is extensive I thought that I would just touch on them below - you can then do your own research as I don't want to spoil the whole place for you!

Water Sports
Outdoor Activities
Tennis
Paddle
Athletics
Horse Riding
Motor Buggy Tours
Jeep Tours
Trail Riding and Motorcross
Tours and Excursions
Fishing
Local Markets
Walking and Hiking
Flamenco
Carriage Rides
Tourist Trains
Nerja Museum

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Visit Toledo!

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Toledo

Firmly sat on a mountain top in central Spain, Toledo served as the Spanish capital until the 16th century. Because it was inhabited by Christians, Muslims and Jews for many centuries, the city is sometimes called the “City of Three Cultures.”  Toledo in the present day is a popular destination for its wealth of  architecture and Historic Art that dates back as far as the Roman Empire. One of the most popular things to do in Toledo is to get lost amongst the medieval streets and admire the old architecture that includes a breathtaking cathedral, synagogue and mosque.

This great diversity of artistic styles makes the old quarter of the capital of Castile - La Mancha a real open-air museum, which has led to it being declared a World Heritage Site.

Toledo is steeped in rich history.  And modern Toledo embraces innovation and creativity - tangible in its active cultural and social scenes, which are all saturated with vibrant patrons and local zeal, welcoming visitors into a distinct and alluring community.

Sitting at the top of Toledo's highest hill, the Alcazar boasts the most sweeping and dramatic views of the city. At the Alcazar, rich history and imposing design combine with commanding views and grand scale to make it a place well worth discovering. Having served as a fortress in times of war, it now holds one of Europe's largest municipal libraries as well as Toledo's Military Museum
www.museo.ejercito.es

Among the typically narrow and lively streets of Toledo's old Jewish quarter, lies the home of the famous local painter, sculptor, and architect El Greco. The museum's two buildings share a beautiful courtyard and house many of the artist's priceless works as well as a number of works by other 17th century Spanish painters
www.museo.ejercito.es

Outside the city walls, the Roman Circus of Toledo was built during the 1st century, likely under the rule of Rome's first Emperor, Augustus. While history lovers wait for current restoration projects to return the place to some semblance of its original form, the site still makes for a beautiful and relaxing stroll – whether or not its distant past is your point of interest.


The Hospital of Tavera building is extremely beautiful and impressive from the outside, but the real treasures lie within its walls and Renaissance facades. Among works by El Greco, Titian, Rivera, and others, there are also remarkable tapestries, luxurious furniture and elegant 16th century décor. A small pharmacy museum is perhaps its most famous spectacle aside from the large marble sepulchre of Cardinal Tavera by Berruguete.
www.fundacionmedinaceli.org

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