This bullring was built by the Sociedad de la Plaza de Toros de Antequera, a society made up of local enthusiasts eager to create a permanent bullfighting venue to replace the makeshift arenas built...
In the North of the mountain ranges which cross the province, from the Serrania de Ronda up to the mountains of the Axarquia, there is a territory, which is at the same time a cross-way of eastern and western Andalusia, of the Andalusia of the Guadalquivir and the Mediterranean one.
Its central location has permitted the development of the main communicating junction and the natural corridor, which throughout history canalized the communications between upper and lower Andalusia, between Granada and Seville, and which supported an important exchange between men and cultures.
The region of Antequera is composed by plain lands and wavy fields, which are dotted by hillocks and hills, and offers the visitors a landscape of meadows, fields and monuments from the caves of San Marcos to Cañete la Real. Antequera’s monuments that are created by men, such asdolmens and baroque churches, convert it into a jewel of historic Andalusian heritage. Its natural monuments, which extend from the Fuente de Piedra to the Sierra del Torcal, make water become the sovereign of the landscape. One of them is a holy shelter of flamingos and the other a mysterious stone temple, which has been carved by water since the mountains rose from the sea.
Beyond Antequera, from Campillos to Teba and from Ardales to Bobadilla, the rivers transformed themselves into lakes and the hillocks crowned themselves castles and fortresses, joining nature and history all along one of the most attractive tours of Andalusia. To all that we have to add the significant monumental riches, particularly artistic and archaeological, of the town of Antequera, that include some of the most important national places of interest, such as the Real Colegiata de Santa Maria la Mayor, which is doubtlessly the most significant monument of the city due to its magnificence and its exceptional location.
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS
Products derived from stock farming, milk products, and fruit and vegetables.
CRAFTWORK
Stonework, textile, wood and forge works.
FORESTRY
Silviculture.
INDUSTRY
Wine-producing technologies, auxiliaries for the construction sector, and alternative energies.
TOURISM
Cultural heritage congresses and incentives, and nature.
More English information of Antequera on the website of the Costa del Sol Tourist Board.
Image Image GENERAL INFORMATION • Heritage Value: Low • Landscape Value: Low • Condition: Medium state of repair • Type of hydraulic structure: Fountain • Stage of the Great Málaga Path: Stage 17. Alameda –...
Image The province of Málaga is home to a large number of megalithic structures for mass burials, such as the Antequera Dolmens, which were declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Their size and...
This viewpoint looks down on Dulce Lagoon or the Village Lagoon (Laguna del Pueblo), one of the smallest pools by Fuente de Piedra Lagoon and the closest to the town. It is made by rain, so it gets...
Neo-classic style gardens built in 1700. They are private and there is no access to the general public.
The high plains at the foot of the mountains (Up to km 6.3) The second stage of the Alternative Route 249.4 gets going from Antequera’s higher southern side, from just near the A-343 road. The...
Festival de Verdiales (Verdiales Festival). Villanueva de la Concepción. August. Unique Festival
Villanueva de la Concepción
This festival has been declared to be of Tourist Interest by the Provincial Council of Málaga. Please check with the local Town Hall or Municipal Tourism Office for the festival date before...
Reconstruction of an Historic Event with Bandit José María El Tempranillo, Alameda, Celebrated in September. Unique Festival
Alameda
This celebration has been designated a festivity of tourist interest by the County Council of Málaga. Before coming to this event check the date of its celebration at the Town Hall or the...
Image This festival has been declared to be of Tourist Interest by the Provincial Council of Málaga. Please check with the local Town Hall or Municipal Tourism Office for the festival date before...
Image The “Zaranda” is a colonial-style house set at the heart of the area known as the “Fuente de Piedra” which is in the municipality of Antequera. It is a mere 500 metres from the Nature Reserve with...
Image Facing the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Maggiore, this restaurant is one of the most charming places in Antequera. Indeed, when the traveler is visiting this beautiful town and let the...
Image This peculiar establishment, which is a mix between a hotel and an inn, is found on the doorstep of the “Alameda” municipality alongside the ancient road that united Granada and Seville and in the...
Image Through its website, the municipality offers information on the most relevant activities that take place regularly. If in doubt, contact the Town Hall.
Image This viewpoint, placed close to the Arco de los Gigantes (the Giant's Arch), offers astonishing panoramic views over the town of Antequera. The view takes in numerous churches, towers, bell gables,...
Image Through its website, the municipality offers information on the most relevant activities that take place regularly. If in doubt, contact the Town Hall.