One of the most famous and influential flamenco guitarists ever, if not the most famous, was Paco de Lucia, who hailed from Algeciras. You can follow a route of places around Algeciras which were important to the artist, starting at his birthplace, and moving south along the shoreline of the city.
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Algeciras
Algeciras
Algeciras is primarily and unashamedly a port and industrial centre, sprawling round the far side of the Bay of Gibraltar. When General Franco closed the border with Gibraltar La Linea, it was Algeciras that he decided to develop to absorb into an industrial centre and deep water container port. More>
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Primarily an industrial port town, Algeciras is always busy with people passing in and out of it. There are numerous luxury hotels, namely the Hotel Reina Cristina, as well as a number of smaller, cheap hotels - perfect for an overnight stay.
The 58ha Marismas del Río Palmones Natural Area is one of the last remaining patches of what used to be extensive marshlands (marismas) in the Bahía de Algerciras, the bay between Algeciras and Gibraltar. From the early 1970s onwards, increasing industrial and housing development encroached upon the marismas of the Palmones and Guadarranque rivers.
Algeciras railway station is the present terminus of Mr Henderson's Railway which connects Ronda with the Spanish rail network at Bobadilla for main lines to Granada, Malaga, Cordoba and Madrid. The station is located in the upper part of the town and a few kilometers from the port due to a historical requirement to be out of range of the Gibraltar 100-ton gun (cannon).
Waterpark located Just outside the port town of Algeciras. convenient for residents of Gibraltar, Tarifa and western end of the Costa del Sol. Get a buzz on the eight rides, including Gran Niagara and Rio Salvaje, plus kamikaze and black hole.
A guide to the beaches near Algeciras. Getares is the most popular, also known as Playa de San García, is a large and sandy beach that stretches for around a kilometre to the west of Algeciras town To the west of Algeciras are four small coves with beaches with access only on foot.
The proudest hotel in the city of Algeciras is the Hotel Reina Cristina. Kings and Queens have stayed there. So have statesmen such as Churchill and Roosevelt and film stars like Rock Hudson and Deborah Kerr. Hotel Reina Cristina was opened in 1901 and the building includes ancient ruins. There are parts of an 8th-Century Mosque and a Moorish well. The hotel is next to Algeciras Port. The beach is 10 minutes away.
Algeciras is primarily and unashamedly a port and industrial centre, sprawling round the far side of the bay to Gibraltar. When Franco closed the border with "the Rock" at the nearby La Linea, it was Algeciras that he decided to develop to absorb the Spanish workers who used to be employed in the British naval dockyards and in order to break the area's dependence on Gibraltar.
There are shopping shopping centres and retail parks in Algeciras. Centro Comercial Puerta Europa west of Algeciras city next to the A-7 coat road. El Corte Inglés at Paseo Juan Pérez Arriete. Local street market takes place on Tuesdays.
Algeciras bus stations is located next to the railway station. It is a modern uninteresting functional design. It has ticket office open all day. facilities include shops, toilets, 'consigna' with small cary on size lockers and a cafe. There is a taxi rank outside. The local bus L1 stops outside.
Set in Algeciras in the Andalucía region and Getares Beach reachable within 3 km, Finca El Campo offers accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free private parking.
Every unit has a private bathroom and shower, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a microwave.
Situated next to Algeciras Harbour, Hotel Marina Victoria offers free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour reception and a terrace overlooking the city and sea. Each simple, air-conditioned room offers flat-screen satellite TV and private bathroom.
Located in Algeciras, 800 metres from Rinconcillo Beach, Mercure Algeciras provides accommodation with a restaurant, private parking, a fitness centre and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel features family rooms.
Set just minutes from the beach, the Hotel Mirador’s rooms boast free internet connection, and large balconies from which you can admire great views of Algecira Bay.
Each room is air conditioned for your comfort, and you can enjoy a snack whilst sunbathing on the rooms’ spacious balconies.
Featuring air-conditioned rooms with balconies and free Wi-Fi, Mir Octavio is located 700 metres from Algeciras Port. It offers a 24-hour front desk and private parking.
The hotel’s restaurant serves a buffet breakfast. There is also a bar serving drinks and snacks.
Situated on the edge of the Los Alcornocales Nature Reserve, this rural eco-resort offers an outdoor pool, bar and free Wi-Fi zone. Huerta Grande organizes activities including hiking, climbing and kite surfing.
AC Hotel by Marriott Algeciras is a 5-minute drive from Algeciras Port. It offers a gym, air-conditioning, and room service. Some have views of the sea and Gibraltar. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel.
Hotel Alborán Algeciras is a traditional Andalusian hotel, situated in a quiet residential area of Algeciras. Just 2 minutes’ drive from El Rinconcillo Beach, it offers attractive rooms with free Wi-Fi.
Globales Reina Cristina was originally opened in 1901 and houses ancient ruins, such as parts of an 8th-century Mosque and a Moorish well. It features indoor and outdoor swimming pools.