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The Plaza de Espaņa with its ornate fountain is indeed one of the most beautiful plazas in Andalucia.
Vejer de la Frontera is a charming village with many beautiful sights to see throughout.
Plaza de España
A meeting place with numerous cafes and bars around the outside. In the centre there is an ornate ceramic fountain featuring 4 frogs. The town hall is located in the square and a notable feature is the facade of the fabled Casa de la Inquisición (no. 12 & 13). Arab Castle - is hidden in the old quarter. A classic 11th century arch leads into a courtyard. During the summer school holidays the local scouts and guides will show you around the ramparts.
Church of El Divino Salvador
Like many was built on the site of an old Mosque. The front of the main aisle is Visigothic while the reminder is Mudejar. Santuario de Nuestra Senora de la Oliva - is a local chapel, which houses a 16th century carved image of the Virgin Mary.
Casa de Mayorazgo
Enter the courtyard of this private house and walk through into an inner patio well kept with lots of potted plants. Climb the corner tower of the old walls for a view down to Plaza de España. This is open while daylight lasts. There is no fee - but donations are accepted.
Casa Marquez de Tamaron
This old building is now used as the Casa de la Cultura which is where the local town hall organises cultural events. Check out the notice board. The small municipal library and reading room is located here.
City Walls and Arches
The city walls are very much still intact and you can climb up on to them at various points. There are half a dozen entrance arches such as Arco de la Villa, Puerto de Sancho IV.
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