Antequera: Megaliths, Alcazaba and El Torcal
Culture
The megaliths of Antequera are widely recognised examples of European megalithism. The Menga Dolmen is approximately 6,000 years old. The Tholos of El Romeral is aligned with El Torcal. Menga and El Romeral therefore represent two different types of reference: the dolmen is classified by its approximate age, while the tholos indicates a spatial relationship with El Torcal through its alignment.
Museums
The Museo de la Ciudad de Antequera, or MVCA for short, presents the history of the “Tierras de Antequera”. It is based on a selection of representative archaeological, historical and artistic remains. The MVCA displays material culture from prehistory and early history. Its particular focus is on megalithism and the Chalcolithic period. The collection thus ranges from archaeological and historical remains to artistic objects. With its focus on megalithism and the Chalcolithic, the museum combines prehistory and early history with cultural activities and workshops for visitors. The museum offers cultural activities and workshops for visitors.
Architecture
The Real Colegiata de Santa María la Mayor was built between 1514 and 1550. It was the first building in Andalusia to be designed in the Renaissance style. The Real Colegiata de Santa María la Mayor hosts concerts and temporary exhibitions. It also offers audio-guided tours in several languages, including a version for children. The Real Colegiata de Santa María la Mayor has been adapted for accessibility. It also features inclusive technology. The multilingual audio guides therefore also include a version for children; the facilities additionally include accessibility adaptations and inclusive technology.
The Mudéjar coffered ceiling of the Iglesia del Carmen was completed in 1614. The Iglesia del Carmen features complex decoration consisting of columns, cornices and niches. More than 50 paintings are also part of the decoration. The decoration is considered one of the most interesting examples of 18th-century Andalusian Baroque altarpiece art.
The Alcazaba of Antequera was built between the 11th and 13th centuries by Muslims as a fortified border installation. It served to secure the border between the Nasrid Kingdom of Granada and the Christian territories. The Torre del Homenaje, also known as the Torre de Papabellotas, has a terrace with panoramic views. The Alcazaba complex offers views of Antequera, the Peña de los Enamorados, El Torcal de Antequera and the Vega.
Nature
El Torcal de Antequera has been a natural area since 18 July 1989. It is specially protected to preserve its significant geomorphological, plant, animal and landscape values. Within the natural park, El Torcal de Antequera encompasses an 11.7 km² karst landscape. It consists of limestone formed on the seabed during the Jurassic period. El Torcal de Antequera Natural Park is open continuously. Admission is free. It can be visited independently or as part of a guided tour.
Other places
The directly assigned places include Los Nogales, Villanueva De Cauche, La Joya and Lagunillas.
For the higher-level travel overview: Málaga.
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