Alameda, Malaga

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Alameda is in the north of the province of Malaga, on the border with that of Seville, this village stands on a plain at the edge of the countryside, with olive groves as its main natural resource. It boasts two elements of extreme interest to the tourist: firstly, it is home to the grave of Jose Maria Hinojosa, El Tempranillo, the most famous Andalusian highwayman of the 19th century, who died not far from Alameda at the hands of a former accomplice in 1833, and secondly, it features La Ratosa Lagoon, an area protected by the Andalusian Regional Government.

The human settlements discovered here are extremely ancient and, according to archaeological remains discovered in the area, date back to the Calcolithic period. Archaeological evidence of Iberian tribes has also been found. However, the best-documented culture in terms of historical relics is that of the Roman era. According to Pliny, the village was then known as Astigi Vetus.

Monuments :

Church of La Purisima Concepcion, tomb of "El Tempranillo", Roman hot springs and Calcolithic Necropolis.

How to Get There :

The easiest and fastest way to get to this locality from the city of Malaga is to take the A-45 (N-331) to the outskirts of Antequera, and there to connect with the A-92 and go towards Seville. Upon arrival at Mollina, take the MA- 703, which leads to Alameda. Another option is to go to Fuente de Piedra, six kilometres beyond Mollina on the same A-92, and then take the MA-701.

Tourist Offices :

Address : Town Hall, Plaza de Espana, 5 (29530).
Telephone : 34 - 952 710 025
Fax: 34 - 952 710 425