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Almeria, things to do
The Alcazaba dates back to 995 when construction began under Abderraman
and was finally completed around two centuries later. Although there
is nothing remaining of this once great palace, a number of key
walls still define its basic layout offering superb views down to
the town and port below. Open daily 9am to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm. Entrance
is free with an EU passport.
Almeria’s heavyweight cathedral was started
in 1524 and designed to withstand attacks from marauding North African
pirates. Inside there’s an impressive Gothic ribbed ceiling
complete with jaspar and local marble in its baroque and neo-classical
trimmings. A walnut wood choir and the fine carved stone roof of
the sacristy are other interesting features. Open Monday-Friday
10am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm.
For some genuine atmosphere head for the Plaza
Vieja – a peaceful corner of the old town.
In terms of its colourful old houses, some built
into the rocks, the atmospheric La Chanca quarter near the Alcazaba
is well worth a visit. Do take care though and leave your valuables
in safe keeping at your hotel as some holidaymakers have encountered
petty thieves there. Best avoided at night.
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