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Archaeological tour through the Corominas dolmens (Estepona)

Archaeological tour through the Corominas dolmens

Are you travelling to Estepona and staying at the Gran Hotel Elba Estepona & Thalasso Spa? We suggest you another activity during your stay with us at Costa del Sol.

During the archaeological excavations carried out in the area in 2000, what it is considered as the first aggrupation of megalithic necropolis in Costa del Sol was discovered then. Located in the area of Corominas, in Estepona (Malaga), the dolmens - which are over 5000 years old - have become a tourist attraction given that they lend us the opportunity to travel in time and immerse ourselves in the history of past civilizations. Also, inside the dolmens, burial remains were exhumed, as well as ceramic vases, arrowheads, personal adornments… that we got to know with the pass of time. 

The Interpretation Centre of Corominas, is located in Pedregales and was opened in 2007 to hold the found burial remains. Also, the topography of the settlement has been reconstructed, including the five dolmens in their original position. 

To complete the exhibition, the centre has also created explanatory panels and glass cabinets with the materials found inside the sepulchres. 

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Estepona Autumn Sport Hiking Cycle

Estepona Autumn Sport Hiking Cycle

Who said that fun ends with the end of summer? At Gran Hotel Elba Estepona & Thalasso Spa we want you to have fun all year round, for this reason today we suggest another autumn plan during your stay in Estepona.

On October 14 the subscription period starts for the first Hiking Route that is within the local and provincial Autumn Hiking Cycle. The first one is part of the routes within the Estepona Natural Project (in the setting of Valerin River and Nicola Path). The second, more provincial, is within the Estepona Path Program. This later one is the 29th stage of the Great Route of Malaga, which joins the municipalities of Genalguacil and Casares. 

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Autumn Arrives to Almeria Cuisine

Autumn Arrives to Almeria Cuisine

If there is another reason to travel to Almeria, apart from its beaches, landscapes, climate and being one of the most iconic settings for the cinematographic industry, it is its cuisine, which is influenced by the Granada Alpujarra and the Murcia cuisine.  

Therefore, one of the options that we suggest between meetings or during your leisure scape if you are staying in our Hotel Elba Almeria Business & Convention is to enjoy the “3rd Edition of Autumn Cuisine”. The event is held in 14 different restaurants in order to offer a tasting of Almeria cuisine at very reasonable prices. 

Autumn Cuisine, which has been developed by the Provincial Association of Hotel and Catering of Almeria (ASHAL), will start on October 9 and culminate on October 26 with a wide range of tasting menus, with  a choice of two starters, two mains, drink, desert and wine for 24 or 25 euros.

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Fuerteventura Oasis Park: the largest Cactus Botanical Garden in Europe

Fuerteventura Oasis Park

Fuerteventura, the most African island of the Canaries, is especially surprising because of its great variety of landscapes and its remarkable biodiversity. For this reason, for those interested in its ecosystem and environment, the island offers different opportunities to practice a different kind of tourism. One of these alternatives is the visit to the Botanical Gardens

Oasis Park Botanical Gardens has several volcanic remains that belong to Miocene (fourth geological era), 86 vascular plant species growing wild and several species such as “guirres” (small vultures), or Berberia falcon, among many others. A fauna quite similar to the one we can find in the rest of Fuerteventura, except for a few exotic species that can only be found in the Botanical Gardens and Zoo. 

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Route through Estepona Murals

Route through Estepona Murals

Estepona Artistic Murals Route (Malaga) is adding a new work to its collection by the French artist Eric Aman. “Angel, the diver”, has been painted on a building of Tres Banderas neighbourhood. Twenty works are already part of this great project where the facades of buildings become large canvases. 

National and international artists including Anna Cecilia Salinas, Francisco Alarcon, Nestor Plada, Juan Jose Sanpedro, Conchi Alvarez, Elena Aguilera, Javier Infantes and the Moraga Collective have contributed with their works including ‘Sea and Mountain’, ‘Three Flags’, ‘The Televisions’, ‘Saint Isidore the Farmer’, ‘Spring’, ‘El Cid’, ‘Armed Forces’, ‘Blas Infante-Picasso’ and ‘The Remedies’.

In this particular case, Erin Aman is a painter and sculptor with a great international exposure that has monumental works in several cities including Siena, Livorno, Montevideo and Madrid. His work is also featured in San Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City. 

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"Fuerteventura SUP Challenge"

"Fuerteventura SUP Challenge"

On September 5, 6 and 7 the best SUP Waves and Race riders on the island and other great competitors at national and international level will gather in the island of Fuerteventura for the second edition of Fuerteventura SUP Challenge. The amazing conditions that the island lends for the practice of water sports will make this competition possible, fulfilling the highest expectations of the competitors.

The first day the competition will kick start with the Waves category, the exact location will be confirmed during the previous days to the competition, depending on the wind and wave conditions. Majanicho, Punta Elena or Generoso are some of the possible locations. The Race championship will take place on Corralejo Viejo Beach during the 6th and 7th with Long Distance and Sprint tests. 

Also, during the same days Corralejo Viejo will be open to the general public to witness this fantastic event.

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Escape to Motril

Escape to Motril

Motril is nestled on the south of the province of Granada, between the mountainous border of Sierra Lujar and the Mediterranean Sea. It is located between Malaga and Almeria and is the only port of exit to the sea within the whole province.

It is the ideal place to escape in summer: the summer months are hot and with the bustle and hustle comes the life and joy to Motril since hordes of people come to swim in its numerous beaches.

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Cabo de Gata, a Spanish natural wonder

Cabo de Gata, a Spanish natural wonder

The Natural Park of Cabo de Gata-Nijar in Almeria has been chosen by popular vote as one of the seven Spanish natural wonders. Allianz Global Assistance organised an online poll last month where over 82,000 people participated!

According to the organization the top of the list is headed by Gaztelugatxe rock in Bermeo (Bizkaia), followed by the Natural Park of Somiedo in Asturias and the Natural Park of Cabo de Gata in Almeria.

The Natural Park of Cabo de Gata-Nijar is a very unique place thanks to its landscapes and beauty and constitutes the first Maritime-Land Park in Andalucía. Its origins are volcanic and the protected space covers the greatest maritime-land surface and it is the most relevant ecologically speaking in the whole Western Mediterranean. 

It is especially recommended for those who seek unique places, it is one of the most beautiful coastal stretches and with a wonderful ecological wealth in Western Mediterranean Sea.

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What to visit in Rota?

What to visit in Rota?

We’d like to tell you about Rota. Have you ever been? What will you recommend us to visit? What sights are a must? We are looking forward to your contributions!

Although if you have never been, we must say that Rota, this town in Cadiz, near Costa Ballena and Chipiona, is a cosmopolitan city that oozes tons of charm, where we can enjoy the hospitality of its people and its delicious cuisine. 

Rota is nature in its purest state, with vast and kilometric beaches, many of which are unspoilt and the meeting point for locals and visitors alike to suntan on their fine and golden sands.

It is worth highlighting that the most popular beach in Rota is Costilla Beach, considered one of the best beaches in Spain and also known as “La Concha del Sur” due to its beauty and resemblance with San Sebastian coast.

If you like contemplating the views, taking pictures or simply wander, we recommend a walk on the promenade where you can see small fishing boats going out to sea at dusk or contemplate the beautiful sunset.

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Vecindario, arts and crafts and good cuisine

Vecindario, arts and crafts and good cuisine

Vecindario is one of our favourite locations, particularly because one of our hotels is placed here. It belongs to the Santa Lucia de Tirajana municipality and it is very close to the Gran Canary airport.

Today we are going to discover the area, the places we shouldn’t miss and the local cuisine and culture.

The Ansite Fortress is a must visit, a volcanic building of archaeological interest where you can find numerous aboriginal caves where endless archaeological remains have been found. 

We continue with the Castle Museum of the Fortress, located in the old town of Santa Lucia, another must visit in our trip. In this archaeological museum we will be able to appreciate the remains found in the area. As well as to observe ethnographical, botanical and zoological elements or visit the garden in the same museum where we will find samples of the local fauna and fruit trees from different latitudes.

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