The only surviving “pre-expulsion” synagogue in Andalucia (and one of only three in all of Spain.) The “Sinagoga de Córdoba” has a special place in the history of the jewish faith. It was in Cordoba that the Jews reached their greatest level of influence and from where some of their greatest minds of the medieval era lived and worked.
Peña de los Enamorados (Lover’s Rock) – Antequera
Close to the road joining Seville with Granada, a historically important route in Andalucia, travelers will come across a rock formation outside Antequera on the Archidona side of the city with the look of a human face staring up into the heavens. The Peña de los Enamorados (Lover’s Rock) – Antequera
A guided walking tour in Antequera
Known the Peña de los Enamorados, or in English either “Lover’s Rock” or “Lover’s Leap”, the rock has been immortalized by the likes of Cervantes, Washington Irving, and Lorenzo Valla to name just a few. The rock dominates the horizon and due to the legend of the “doomed lovers” has become an instantly recognizable symbol of the city.
Antequera’s Alcazaba Fortress
Originally part of a Roman citadel, the Alcazaba of Antequera has been an important fortress and community centre for well over 8000 years as can be appreciated from the Dolmen structures situated just 2km away.
Excavations around the hill containing the fortress show several Roman ruins that are under investigation, including tombs and the Roman baths. During the Visigothic era some of the Roman walls were modified, but little of the Visigothic period remain that is visible to the eye. In the 11th century Antequera became a minor caliphate (taifa) and the beginnings of the current Alcazaba were started, including the overall geometry.
Plaza de Toros – Antequera
One of the most attractive bullrings in Spain, Antequera’s plaza de toros is surrounded by beautiful gardens and the recinto ferial, and includes a delightful tapas bar under the seats.
Hotel Convento la Magdalena (Antequera) – An amazing hotel!
Nestled in the Torcal de Antequera Natural Park not far from Antequera, this grand, Romanesque-style hotel is the perfect place to get away from it all and relax in style. It is one of my favorite hotels in the area and I have stayed there quite a few times never being dissapointed. The indoor pool area is amazing and of course the staff can arrange your visit to the Caminito del Rey as well.