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Summary
Located on the shores of the Mediterranean the Costa Almeria is one of Spain's most popular tourist destinations. The region really has something for everyone from unspoilt beaches, to picturesque towns, fishing villages and attractions -- and, of course, there is always the sunny Spanish weather!
Beaches
Almerian beaches are considered to be among the best in the country. The Cabo de Gata sandy beaches and coves, Mojacar's sandy beach and Roquetas de Mar's sand and shingle beach offer good facilities and options for all kinds of beach lovers from couples to families. Families often enjoy the resort of San Jose -- eating at the waterfront restaurants here give good views of the unspoilt harbour.
Fishing villages
There are many fishing villages on the Costa Almeria which are worth a visit. These include San Miguel, Las Negras and La Isleta del Moro.
Things to do
The Costa Almeria is about more than relaxing on the beach -- there are a lot of attractions to visit as well. Popular attractions include:
- Almeria City -- this ancient city contains a large Moorish citadel (the Alcazaba) and a medieval cathedral.
- Cabo de Gata Natural Park -- this coastal nature reserve combines a range of landscapes from volcanic mountains to sand dunes, wetlands and desert.
- Tabernas -- fans of Spaghetti Westerns will love Tabernas which set the scene for films such as The Good, The Bad and The Ugly and The Magnificent Seven. The film sets have been turned into themed attractions.
- Costa America -- the capital is worth a visit to sit back and relax in the squares or on the marina.
Cuisine
Visitors can enjoy all kinds of cuisine in the region -- most particularly enjoy the fish and seafood and regional specialities.
Weather
Costa Almeria is warm and sunny all year round with very little rain. Temperatures can get quite hot in the summer but remain warm and balmy in the winter.
Transport
Visitors can get to the Costa Almeria by plane, train or bus. Visitors arriving at the local airport can connect to the Intermodal Station at Almeria by public transport or by taxi/car hire. Getting around the area is relatively easy -- many visitors prefer to hire a car to make the most of the region.
Currency
The official currency of Spain is the Euro (EUR) -- each Euro is divided into 100 cents.
Accommodation
The region offers all kinds of accommodation options from luxury hotels to self-catering rentals. In recent years rental holiday apartments Costa Almeria companies have become more popular.
Conclusion
The Costa Almeria offers a holiday to suit anyone -- from beach lovers to nature enthusiasts to history buffs.
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