Villa Holidays in Costa Almeria

Almeria, Spain is a modern city, but it has historic roots. It's situated near the coastline, and its medieval buildings intermingle with its more modern buildings. The legacy of Al-Andalus can be seen wherever you look, and also in the other villages in the area. The mountains surround the city, and are breathtaking in their splendor.

There have been people living in Almeria since the bronze age, and some of the older caves still have cave paintings on the walls. The city was occupied by Phoenicians, Romans, Iberians, Cartaginenses and Moors, until it fell to Spain in 1489. You can see remains from all these different time periods within the city.

For sun-seeking travellers, Costa Almeria offers more sun than any other Spanish province, showing daylight for 3,127 hours a year. The warm and comfortable temperatures have helped the area in two ways, through tourism and agriculture. Finding a home to rent or villa holidays in Costa Almeria is really simple as there is lots of choice and many great places. If you're in the mood for a relaxing walk, stroll along the streets of Paseo de Almeria and Las Ramblas. You may also wish to wander through the park known as San Nicolas Salmeron. If you follow Las Ramblas long enough, it will take you down to the beach and the port.

If you are interested in architecture, you may wish to visit the Arabic fortress of La Alcazaba, which contains a Muslin Medina, built all the way back in 955. The baths and houses date back to the Reyes Catolicos, when the Christian area was established. La Alcazaba was originally built on a hilltop, so that the fortress could be better defended against possible invaders. There are villas in Albox to rent direct with the owner which you and your friends or family will find a wonderful place to spend holidays lazing around in the sunshine and relaxing by the pool. You may also want to stop and tour the Cathedral of Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación. Built in the 15th century, the tower of this cathedral is also the city's symbol. The Convents of Santo Domingo and Las Puras are also interesting architecturally, and were built in the 16th century.

You can purchase wickerwork and pottery in Costa Almeria to remind you of your travels, when you return home. You will also find exquisite marble work in Albanchez and Macael.