Cijuela
Cijuela is an Arabic village, originally named “Zujuela”, meaning “little plain”. It has very fertile soil and a network of rivers which provide water and irrigation for the whole area. The village has a population of around 2,300.
History
Cijuela originated as a farmstead during the Muslim period. Two towers from this period were located in the municipality: one on what is now Calle Cervantes, of which no trace remains, and the Boldonar watchtower in the drylands, some remains of which are preserved. The former was destroyed in 1431 by the troops of Don Álvaro de Luna during the Battle of La Higueruela. During the fifteenth century, Cijuela also served as a residence for Boabdil’s sister, Ceti Haxa. More>
Things to see
Iglesia de Nuestro Padre Jesús Nazareno
This modern church houses a 15th-century painting and sculptures from the Granada School. Dedicated to Jesús Nazareno, the church stands on the site of an eighteenth-century temple that was destroyed. It is the town of Cijuela's most prominent architectural feature. It is located in Plaza Lope de Vega. More>
Things to see outside the town
Torre del Bordonal
This is a Nasrid-era farmhouse tower. It is prismatic in shape, with a rectangular floor plan measuring 5.50 x 4.00 metres. It is built using rammed earth and lime walls ranging in thickness from 85 cm to 1.05 m, which are harder and of better quality in the lower sections. More>
Acueducto del canal de Cacín
The Cacín canal aqueduct is a testament to Cijuela’s long-standing hydrological tradition. Built in the mid-twentieth century, it is of undeniable architectural interest. It is located south of the town. More>
Handicrafts
Local crafts include ceramic works and wooden carvings which you can purchase as souvenirs.
Bus Service
There is a bus service from Cijuela to Granada City, Santa Fé, Chauchina, Láchar and Peñuelas. More>
Gastronomy
When visiting Cijuela, try dishes such as potaje de garbanzos (chickpea stew) and guisantes con jamón (peas with ham). You should also try the locally grown sandías (watermelon) and melones (melon).
Festivals
Popular festivals in Cijuela include Fiestas Populares, Semana Santa and San Marcos. More>
Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for the next few days for Cijuela. More>
Tourist Office
The tourist office of Cijuela is located in the Town Hall. More>
Nearby Places
The neighbouring villages to Cijuela are Láchar and Chauchina.