The monument to Phoenicians is located along the upper level of the Paseo del Altillo. This is a tribute to the Phoenician culture and its contribution to the history of Almuñécar. It was built after the Phoenician Necropolis was unearthed nearby and their ancient mysteries discovered.
Buried Secrets Phoenician Ruins The Necropolis of Puente de Noy
Step back in time, thousands of years ago along Costa Tropical. The waves from the beautiful blue sea were lapping on the shore, people were living here and making ceramics and crafts. They were protected and surrounded by the lush Granada mountains and hills and life was good. When people passed away, their burial grounds were placed up on the hills, the Phoenician Necropolis. People were buried in their tombs with goods and belongings, all right here on the Granada coast!
Salobreña Urban Art
Salobreña, a picturesque town on Spain’s Costa Tropical, is becoming a vibrant hub for street art, thanks to the transformative Artepeazos project and other murals.
Walking through Salobreña, you are greeted by striking murals that bring the streets to life. These works of art, each with its own story and style, add a layer of visual richness that complements the town’s stunning landscape. The murals not only beautify the streets but also create a cultural narrative that invites both locals and visitors to see the town from a fresh perspective.
Each mural in Salobreña reflects the artist’s unique style, but together they form a cohesive tribute to the town’s spirit. From abstract designs to intricate portraits, the diversity of the art represents the wide range of influences that shape Salobreña’s culture. Some murals evoke themes of history and tradition, while others offer contemporary social commentary. This fusion of old and new is what makes the town’s urban art scene so compelling.
Salobreña Urban Art: A Cultural Transformation through Murals
Salobreña Urban Art is not just a visual treat—it’s a cultural movement. The town is being transformed, wall by wall, into a vibrant, colorful space that celebrates artistic expression. The murals add depth to Salobreña’s already charming atmosphere, making it a destination not just for its natural beauty but for its art and culture as well.
If you’re planning a visit to the Costa Tropical, exploring the urban art of Salobreña should be high on your list. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates a stroll through beautiful streets, the Artepeazos project offers a unique way to experience this enchanting town. Each mural invites you to pause, reflect, and admire how art can truly transform a community.
Salobreña Street Art
Create your own Street Art tour in Salobreña, La Caleta, and Lobres. Explore the village and discover all of its beauty, art, murals, and more. Each public art is represented below along with a detailed map pinpointing each location.
Granada Ceramic & Chirimoya
Artist: Marta Lapeña
Location: Avenida Peronne
The Grandfather
Artist: Sabotaje Al Montaje
Location: Salobreña Health Center
Lady with Red Flower
Artist: Medianeras
Location: Salobreña Calle Victoria Kent (behind the Salobreña town hall)
The Workers in the Cane Field
Artist: Pablo Astrain
Location: near Liberty Park (below the red house)
A Flock to the South
Artista: Peyo0139
Location: Next to Salobreña Casa de la Cultura
Saca la Silla (Take out the chairs)
Artists: la Escuela de Arte de Motril
Salobreña Casa de la Cultura
The artistic installation “Saca la Silla” seeks to give new life to discarded chairs, inspired by the tradition of taking chairs out to the door of houses to chat in the towns, especially in Salobreña.
La Desbandá – El Genocidio Slenciado
Location: Salobreña Casa de la Cultura Avda. del Mediterráneo
Man on Beach
Artist: Ana Corazón
Location: La Caleta, Salobreña
next to the bus stop.
The World of Nharom
Artist: Natalia Haro and students from the Lobres sixth grade class 2024
Location: Parque de Lobres, Salobreña
Workers in the field
Location: Lobres, Salobreña
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Monument to Shipwrecked Sailors
As you enter the town of La Herradura, you will notice a large bronze sculpture along the beach. This is the Monument to Shipwrecked Sailors. The deep bay of La Herradura hides the remains of 25 ships of the Spanish Navy, and more than five thousand sailors. The La Herradura naval disaster occurred on October 19, 1562, due to a very large storm.
Summer Nights Festival La Herradura Castle 2024
Sit outside under the stars and enjoy the La Herradura Summer Nighs Festival, which has become a benchmark for summer concerts on the Costa Tropical. Usually each August, you may enjoy a few magical nights of entertainment at the La Herradura Castle. This location has quite the history and is also a great venue for special events throughout the year, but in the summer it comes alive with entertainment.
About El Castillo de La Herradura
The monument was built in 1770 by Carlos III. This was all part of the coastal surveillance and defense strategy. This was about the same time the towers of Cerro Gordo and Punta de la Mona was also erected. From the castle or fortress, they were able to communicate with the two towers.
This was a way to give warning and defend against Berber pirates and movements on the sea, all to protect the local fishermen and farmers. As well as the first line of protection for the city of Granada. Fires were used as a deterrent during the night and smoke signals were used during the day.
The fortress was used by the army until 1839, followed by the civil guard. In 20o5 the Almuñécar Auyuntamiento took over and commissioned the restoration. In 2011 this restoration was complete and in 2021 the inauguration of the Historical Museum “1562-La Furia del Mar” was opened.
Now the castle is an interactive museum and a cultural space that will keep alive the memory of the shipwreck that occurred off the coast of La Herradura in the year 1562, in which 25 galleys of the Armada sank, in which more than 5,000 people lost their lives, a naval disaster greater than that of the Titanic at the beginning of the 20th century.
When is the La Herradura Summer Nights Festival?
Wednesday, August 21 to Saturday, August 24, 2024
La Herradura Castle Nights Line Up 2024
Enjoy four magical days from Wednesday, August 21 to Saturday, August 24 with a varied lineup for all audiences:
🎸 21 August, Wednesday
Winner of the Andrés Segovia contest, Álvaro Toscano.
🎭 22 August, Thursday
Rafael Álvarez “El Brujo”.
🎤23 August, Friday
El Canijo de Jerez, young flamenco.
🎶24 August, Saturday
Guateque with Los Diablos celebrating the 50th anniversary of “Un Rayo de Sol”.
Historical Museum 1562-La furia del mar – Photo Gallery
Tickets – La Herradura Castle Nights
Points of sale: Páramo and Coral bookstores in La Herradura, Tuk Tuk rental booth in Almuñécar and on the CONSIGUETUENTRADA.COM website
o At the box office: On the day of the concert from 2 hours before the start.
Mayor’s Office of La Herradura
Location near Playa La Herradura
The Castle is about 1 block inland from Playa La Herradura, just to the western end of the village. You may also access from the N340.
Calendar La Herradura & Almuñécar Holidays, Ferias & Fiestas
More to do in Playa La Herradura
Monument to shipwrecked sailors
As you enter the town of La Herradura, you will notice a large bronze sculpture along the beach. This is the Monument to Shipwrecked Sailors. The deep bay of La Herradura hides the remains of 25 ships of the Spanish Navy, and more than five thousand sailors. The La Herradura naval disaster occurred on October 19, 1562, due to a very large storm.
Please read our guide on La Herradura
Great places to eat in La Herradura
As you meander the streets of La Herradura or stroll along the beach or paseo, eventually you will likely stop for some tapas. We’ll help you find scrumptious tapas in La Herradura. It may just seem like any regular restaurant from the outside, or it may feel more like a beach-side cafe, but either way, they are going to have some Spanish tapas for you! Just sit down and order a drink to let the magic happen of the Spanish lifestyle happen.
While we aren’t aware of any dedicated vegetarian restaurants in La Herradura, there are many that are vegetarian-friendly. If they don’t specifically have something on the menu, be sure to ask to alter their menu items. For example, even when you order a salad, you need to be careful, as many come with ham or tuna. Just specify when you order, as all of the La Herradura restaurants are very friendly.
Archaeological Museum Cueva de Siete Palacios
The Archaeological Museum Cueva de Siete Palacios, also known as the Cave of 7 Palaces. It represents the largest section of the former Roman Palace. The museum is located in what was once the basement of this Roman Palace. Inside, there are remains of the historic past of Almuñécar. Including remains found at the necropolis of Puente de Noy, Laurita, and the fish salting factory of El Majuelo.
