costa almeria
The province of Almeria is situated on the eastern side of Andalucia, with its 200 miles of virtually undeveloped, scenic coastline and less than 100 miles from the coast of North Africa. This is mainland Europe's warmest and sunniest region, with over 3000 hours of sunshine a year and very little rainfall. The temperature remains mild so visitors can enjoy all the possibilities offered in the area throughout the year.
Still bearing the archaeological evidence of many ancient cultures, the province is steeped in history and the past is reflected in its picturesque towns and villages. There is varied folklore and plenty of fiestas, inherited from ancestors, as well as popular handicrafts designed with painstaking care.
200 miles of scenic coastline
Lovely beaches, marinas, hotels and sports centres in the developed resorts around Roquetas De Mar and Mojacar attract package holiday makers and foreign residents alike but the province also offers many idyllic spots for nature-lovers to explore with its many unspoilt fishing villages, long sandy beaches and small intimate coves.
Inland Almeria has an almost lunar landscape of desert, sandstone and dried up river beds and boasts Europe's only desert region around the village of Tabernas, which has long been a popular choice for filming spaghetti westerns.
To the east of the city of Almeria is the rugged and desolate coast of the Cabo del Gato-Nijar natural park. This area is particularly popular with nature lovers, bird watchers and hikers. The largest village in the park is San José.
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thriving agricultural industry
Despite the dry, inhospitable landscape Almeria has developed a thriving agricultural industry and plastic-covered greenhouses packed with lush fresh produce and flowers can be seen in abundance.
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