On the northeast side of the town, in Calle de la Glorieta, between the Spa and the Bullring, stands the building which is home to the village’s present-day town hall. The inhabitants of Carratraca...
Carratraca is a municipality in the Guadalteba region of the province of Malaga, located in a beautiful setting among the mountains of Alcaparaín, Baños and Aguas.
Its urban area has Place of Cultural Interest status, but one fact draws more attention than any other. Since Roman times, the therapeutic waters of the Carratraca spring have attracted travelers from around the world. In fact, its fame in the nineteenth century led it to become known as ""Little Monte Carlo"".
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The Carratraca spa is the main point of interest of the municipality. Neoclassic in style, this resort has hosted many personalities since its opening in 1855, for example the poet Lord Byron.
The Bull ring is an original construction from 1878 whose grandstand sits on a rock. Here, a famous representation of Holy Week is held, staged by the local people. From the back of the square, we can follow the beautiful forest road leading to the ancient shrine of the Virgin of Health.
The Town Hall of Carratraca is located in what was the summer residence of Doña Trinidad Grund, a beautiful building in the "New Mudéjar" style.
Here is also located the 'A spring for a spa' Interpretation Centre, which takes us back to the nineteenth century, when Carratraca enjoyed great fame and when the town"s splendid buildings were constructed.
Finally, we can visit the Our Lady of Health church, a nineteenth century temple distinguished by a New Mudéjar structure.
Image Image This church is one of the buildings of greatest historical interest in the village. Though not very old, having been built in the 19th century, it does stand on the site of a former mosque....
Image These chromium-nickel mines are part of a mining district that was in operation from 1840 to the mid-20th century. Their activity established Málaga as a leader in the European production of these...
Image The village as we know it today dates back to the 19th century, when it sprang up as a result of the extension of the health spa that was to become one of the area’s main tourist attractions....
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 Through its website, the municipality offers information on the most relevant activities that take place regularly. If in doubt, contact the Town Hall..