The beautiful bay of Punta de la Mona, Almuñecar.
Becoming increasingly popular among foreign residents. It is an attractive costal resort town that is particularly popular in the summer with Spanish holiday makers. The interesting seafront promenade is divided into many sections by the small coves and headlands that are typical of this part of the Costa Tropical.
Loro Sexi Bird Park
Among the numerous attractions of Almunecar is the Loro Sexi bird park which will delight adults and children alike. Some 1,500 birds of 120 different species are on display here, including doves, peacocks, parrots, cock-a-toos, macaws, swans, ducks, ostriches, etc. The "Loro Sexi" Ornithological Park is open from 11.00 to 14.00 and from 16.00 to 18.00. Entry for adults is 4 Euros.
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Parque del Majuelo
Close by is the Parque del Majuelo, a pretty botanical garden containing Europe's largest collection of subtropical plants, with more than 400 species, the majority from Brazil and Cuba. In the park you will also find the ruins of the fish salting "factory" which was founded by the Phoenicians in 4th Century BC. Climb up to the castle for a good overall view.
The Archeological Museum
The Archeological Museum "Cueva Siete Palaciosm" is open daily from 10.30 to 13.30 and from 16.00 to 18.30. Sundays 10.30 to 14.00
Entry for adults is 2.35 Euros and for children and senior citizens 1.60 Euros.
The San Miguel Castle
The San Miguel Castle is open daily from 10.30 to 13.30 and from 16.00 to 18.30. Entry for adults is 1.95 Euros and for children and senior citizens 1.35 Euros.
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The Museo Historico
The Museo Historico is open daily from 10.30 to 13.30 and from 16.00 to 18.30. Entry for adults is 1.95 Euros and for children and senior citizens 1.35 Euros.
Almuñecar Castle
Almuñecar Castle's Pottery the town's last existing pottery, adds to the many historic sites in the San Miguel area and the preservation of the tradition of Almuñecar's pottery, as well as providing a tourist attraction.
The Alfareria del Castillo is open Monday to Friday from 11.30 to 14.00 and from 16.00 to 19.00 with local potter Antonio Fernandez in attendance. It still makes the famous fish and chicken shaped pots and other objects similar to those found in archaeological excavations as well as providing visitors with a magnificent view of "El Majuelo" botanical park. Entrance is free.
The Roman Aquaduct, constructed during the first century.
Roman Aquaduct
Some four kilometres inland from the town, and following the river valley is the Roman Aquaduct, constructed during the first century, which was still in use a few decades ago. Some stretches are truly impressive, well worth the effort to find them.
Tourist Office
Information and maps can be obtained from the friendly tourist office near the Parque del Majuelo - its stylish building and relaxing gardens are a tourist attraction in themselves.
The Office opens every day from 10.00 to 14.00 and from 16.00 to 18.00. The phone number is 958 63 50 07.
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