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Pampaneira
Pampaneira is one of three popular, picturesque whitewashed villages. Like its neighbours, Bubión and Capileira it hugs the steep slopes of the lush Barranco de Poqueira river gorge. It has a population of around 350.
The small village – with a population of around 300 – centres on its pretty square dominated by a 16th-century Mudéjar church, the Iglesia de Santa Cruz, with a wooden coffered ceiling and a couple of gilded altarpieces dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. The church is flanked by several bars and handicraft shops.
HISTORY
Pampaneira shares the rich historical background of the Alpujarra region of Granada. Its geographical isolation allowed it to develop unique traditions, reaching its peak during the Arab-Andalusian period as an important agricultural and silk-producing centre. More>
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THINGS TO SEE
Iglesia de Santa Cruz
The church stands out from the rest of the town thanks to the ochre colour of its tiles and the brickwork of its walls. It dates back to 1501, when the parish was attached to that of Capileira de Poqueira More>
Fuente del Cerrillo
This is one of the most popular fountains in Pampaneira as it has a constant flow of water. More>
Fuente de San Antonio
The fountain is located next to the Iglesia de Santa Cruz and is sheltered by a niche. More>
THINGS TO SEE OUTSIDE THE TOWN
Osel Ling
Just under 2 km outside Pampaneira lies Osel Ling, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery whose name means 'clear light'. Spectacular views of the Sierra Nevada, the coast and Órgiva can be enjoyed from its stupa.
BUS SERVICE
There are bus connections from Pampaneira to Granada, Trevélez and Alcutar. More>
GASTRONOMY
Traditional dishes include puchero de hinojos, sopa de ajo, conejo al ajillo, cordero a la brasa and solomillo a la pimienta. The most popular sweet treat is potaje de castañas.
FESTIVALS
Pampaneira celebrates events such as Feria Agrícola, del Turismo y la Artesanía, Semana Santa and Día de Santa Cruz throughout the year. More>
WEATHER FORECAST
Check the weather forecast for the next few days in Pampaneira to plan your visit. More>
TOURIST OFFICE
The tourist office of Pampaneira is located in Nevadensis. More>
NEARBY PLACES
The neighbouring villages to Pampaneira are Bubión, Soportújar and Pitres.
