La Zubia
La Zubia is known for its impressive natural setting and its historical and artistic heritage. Just outside the Sierra Nevada National Park, the area is very popular with nature lovers for its incredible views. It has about 19,500 inhabitants (2021 census).
HISTORY
According to historical archives, the remains found in the Caves del Moro, de la Higuerilla, and de la Paloma indicate that the earliest settlements recognised in the area were megalithic. The remains of a Roman villa from the 1st century were discovered during the construction of a warehouse on the El Laurel industrial estate. These remains included a stately area with several tiled rooms, another rustic area with an oil mill, a flour mill, and an oven, and at least one burial site. More>
THINGS TO SEE
Convento de San Luis
One of the historical events most deeply remLas Huertasembered in the town is the one associated with Queen Isabel la Católica and the Battle of La Zubia. According to popular tradition, in the summer of 1491 (Saturday, 25th August), the Queen decided to go horseback riding to enjoy the beauty of the Alhambra and its surroundings. More>
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
The Parish Church of Our Lady of the Assumption was built between the 16th and 18th centuries and is considered one of the most interesting examples of Gothic-Mudéjar architecture in the province of Granada. More>
Baños Árabes
The Arab Baths, built between the 12th and 13th centuries, are an interesting example of rural Muslim baths. Located in a house known as ‘the House of Fear’, which refers to the neighbourhood where the baths are located, not a characteristic of the baths themselves. More>
Las Huertas
The Moorish influence is still felt in the layout of the Barrio Alto, and in the extension of some alleys and streets, such as Miguel Hernández, formerly Calle Real. There are examples of the presence of important families, as shown by their imposing doorways, walls, and balconies. More>
NATURAL AREAS
The Sierra Nevada is a dramatic, rugged and extensive mountain range, the highest in Europe after the Alps and the most significant section of the Cordillera Penibética. The protected central area of the National Park encompasses 85,883ha of snowy summits, torrential rivers, sheer-sided gorges, stony scree slopes, and glacial lakes. An outer protection ring, denominated National Park, of 86,335ha between the Park and the foothills, such as the Alpujarras in the south, featuring cultivated terraces of almond trees and vegetables. Popular activities in the parks include skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and summer camps. Visitors can travel through the park, discover its fauna and flora, see its lagoons, and have an adventure in this vast area.
HANDICRAFTS
La Alpargatería
When talking about traditional crafts in La Zubia, it is important to mention the footwear industry, particularly La Alpargatería (The Espadrille), typical of the eastern part of Spain. This activity has now disappeared and is only remembered by older people. However, working with esparto grass was very significant to the town's development, where items such as the espadrilles of La Zubia were made by hand.
GASTRONOMY
Typical dishes to try in La Zubia are the habas fritas con jamón (fried broad beans with ham), migas (fried bread with pork), patatas al montón (fried potatoes with garlic), conejo al ajillo (garlic roasted rabbit) and olla de col (cabbage stew). Sweet treats include huevos moles (similar to floating islands) and pestiños (honey pastries).
BUS SERVICE
There is a bus service from La Zubia to Granada using the local bus company. More>
FESTIVALS
Popular festivals in La Zubia are Fiestas Patronales de San Juan de Nepomuceno, Fiestas de San Pedro, Fiestas de San Antonio and Día de la Cruz. More>
WEATHER FORECAST
If considering visiting La Zubia, check the latest weather forecast for the next few days from the table below. More>
TOURIST OFFICE
The tourist office of La Zubia is in Edificio Zoco. More>
NEARBY PLACES
The neighbouring villages to La Zubia are Cájar and Ogíjares.