Antequera treasures an enormous historical heritage. The deposits seem to indicate that it has constituted a population center for more than 6000 years.
It is highly probable that if you have reached here pedaling, you have planned to visit the famous Torcal de Antequera on your route. What I recommend is that you also spend a day walking around the city and enjoying its gastronomic offer.

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DakenH

October 23, 2025

The historic center of Antequera – Centro Histórico de Antequera – is one of the most important cultural heritage ensembles in Andalusia and reflects the city's long and eventful history. Located in the heart of the province of Málaga, it combines traces of Roman, Moorish, and Christian times.

The cityscape is characterized by narrow, cobbled streets, white houses with wrought-iron balconies, and numerous churches, monasteries, and palaces, primarily built during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The predominance of religious buildings is particularly striking – Antequera is often called the "City of Churches," as it boasts over thirty churches. Among the most important are the Real Colegiata de Santa María la Mayor, one of the first Renaissance buildings in Andalusia, and the Iglesia del Carmen with its impressive Baroque sanctuary.

The Alcazaba, the former Moorish fortress, towers over the city and offers impressive views over the historic center. Roman remains, such as thermal baths and mosaics, can also be found in the surrounding area. Due to its location between Málaga, Córdoba, Granada, and Seville, the city has always been an important transportation hub and cultural center.

Today, the historic center of Antequera, along with the nearby Dolmens of Antequera (a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2016), is one of the region's most important tourist attractions. It testifies to the cultural diversity, artistic flourishing, and historical significance of this Andalusian city.

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Location: Antequera, Norte O Antequera, Malaga, Andalusia, Spain

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