Costa de Almeria
The province of Almeria in the south-eastern Spain is better known for its
coastal resorts than its city or interior. This coastal region has become more
commonly known as the Costa de Almeria where the best known resorts include
Mojacar and Roquetas de Mar. Carboneras, Aguadulce and Almerimar also have a
significant tourism industry. Tourists arrive at Almeria airport from where
Almeria Airport Transfers are available to all the main
destinations.
The city of Almeria which dates back to Phoenician times is worth a half day
visit if you're staying in the region. Its main attractions are its Moorish
Alcazaba fortress which dates back to 955 and can be seen from the main coast
road that skirts the city. The 16th century Cathedral is also impressive but
there's little else to detain you unless you fancy seeking out the huge Crystal
Cave nearby that was recently discovered in an abandoned silver mine.
The excessively dry climate of Almeria has created a desert landscape in the
interior of the province which has attracted film producers over the years. A
recent BBC documentary entitled "The Hunt for Bin Laden" was filmed here because
of the similarities with the terrain of Afghanistan. Classic spaghetti westerns
such as 'The Good, the Bad and The Ugly' were also filmed here in the past and
the town of Tabernas has developed a thriving tourism business known as 'Mini
Hollywood' based on the remaining Wild West town film sets.
Back on the coast, the National Park of Cabo de Gata is one of Almeria's main
attractions. The varied terrain is of volcanic origin whilst its fine beaches
and coves attract many visitors in the summer months. The rest of the year it's
very quiet The main town of San José is a pleasant base from which to explore
the region and has easy access to some excellent beaches most notably Playa de
los Genoveses. A number of quaint fishing villages line the coast as you head
north until you reach Agua Amarga which is well worth a stop.
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