Just a forty-minute drive north is the Moorish capital of Granada, said to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Here you will find the Alhambra Palace, the oldest and most beautiful of all the Moorish palaces which remain in the world today.
To the west lies Nerja, a charming holiday resort with its famous caves, and just a ten-minute drive away is the sumptuous Marina del Este, full of charm and understated wealth.
ALMUNECAR
Almunecar pronounced Almoonyecar until recently a small Andalucian town, has now been discovered. It is now a bustling family tourist resort catering for every taste.
The old town which has been "pedestrianised" is intriguing and a place to comfortably while away 3 or 4 hours just exploring. There are some excellent restaurants of all types in Almunecar including Chinese, Indian, British, German, but of course mainly Spanish. There is also considerable night life.
Almunecar market is every Friday morning it is huge and a must for the keen market goer.
In addition the Municipal Market is open every day except Sunday for fruit/veg, fish and meat, again this is an excellent market. There is a large underground car park below the municipal market.
Almunecar offers fun for the family with its superb water park and Bird Park, just 15 minute drive.
Junta de los Rios
About ten minutes drive inland from Almuñecar and through the Valle Tropical is Junta de Los Rios.
A unique experience and a wonderful day out for the family. Take a picnic and plenty of cold drinks - you will not want to leave!!
Junta de Los Rios translates as "River junction". The rivers meet to form waterfalls and some deep and gloriously blue pools. There is a rope bridge over the top and a couple of jump off points for the braver and normally younger to enjoy. This trip can be managed in a normal car but is ideal for four wheel drives. Because the road is a bit rough and perhaps because the place is not on the regular tourist beat - you will not be overcrowded. There are a couple of tour companies that organise small tours into "river junction"
MOTRIL
Motril is substantial town and an important shipping port, very Spanish, not much tourism from other countries. There is a good "pedestrianised" town centre and some excellent shops. The town is again divided into two very separate parts. The town proper is North of the N340 and the Beaches, golf course, yacht club and Port Area are to the South.
Motril has a Magnificent Church located in the town centre.
The Port of Motril is a good visit, the fishing boats unload their catch every morning from early until mid-morning except Sundays. There are some interesting fish restaurants in the area of the port.
Motril Golf Course (18 holes) is not a private club and welcomes all comers. It has a good restaurant, is right on the beach and well worth a visit. Bars and restaurant are open from 1.30pm. Clubs can be hired, full or half sets at reasonable rates. The green fees are also very reasonable. English is spoken at reception.
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