Colors of Nerja - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
An essential part of ethnic culture of Narja is numerous fests, holidays and festivals. Some of them are of religious nature, the other fests are related to significant historical events, meanwhile the rest are tribute to ancient traditions. One of the main fests among local people is the San Miguel Fest. During five days the citizens treat and honor their protector and present different entertaining performances. The fest takes place from 8th till 12th of October and is accompanied with numerous events and folk entertainments.
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The fest is celebrated in honor of the monk named San Antonio who lived a secluded life in a desert for more than 70 years. The first time the fest was celebrated in the 17th century. In the middle of July the Virgin del Carmen festival takes place. The festival is devoted to the Virgin Mary. On this day the streets of the city witness festive marches and processions and the beautiful statues of the Virgin Mary are taken out from the churches outdoors and are carried through the central streets of the city. In late afternoon the local folks disperse among local bars and restaurants located in the coastal area where a hilarious celebration lasts till the early morning.
Many people associate Nerja with caves - the main city attractions. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that one of the main local festivals is the colorful Cuevas de Nerja, which is held not somewhere else but in the picturesque grottoes (as is clear from the festival's name). Here, amid bizarre-shaped stalactites and stalagmites, music is perceived somewhat differently. The festival is held throughout hot July, during which about 800 people attending the holiday every day can witness musical and dance performances. Eminent performers and orchestras are often invited to take part in the festival. Among them are Montserrat Caballe, Jose Carreras, Kiri Te Kanawa. Dance shows are represented by the national Spanish dance of flamenco.
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Among other holidays, it is worth mentioning Dia de San Isidro, which is traditionally celebrated in early May. Although that the holiday is religious in nature, it is famous for its colorfulness. Women wearing flamenco dresses and men on graceful Andalusian horses take part in the procession. On this day, it is customary to ask Saint Isidro - the patron saint of labor - for blessing. The celebration is most popular in Madrid. In Nerja, however, the events are no less colorful than in the capital of Spain. The procession begins with Parroquia El Salvador, a church located on Plaza Balcon De Europa, and ends in the city's most iconic place - Fundación Cueva de Nerja, which is followed by theater and dance performances with mass festivities.
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Cathedrals and basilicas near Nerja
♥ Catedral de la Anunciación, Granada, 53.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Catedral de la Anunciación, Granada, 53.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
Survived castles around Nerja
♥ Castle 'Castle of Bentomiz' Málaga, 15 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle of Almuñécar' Granada, 17.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle of Bezmiliana' Málaga, 35.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Tower of la Rijana' Granada, 44.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle of Santa Catalina' Málaga, 45.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle of Gibralfaro' Málaga, 46.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Alcazaba of Vélez-Málaga' Málaga, 47 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle of Bentomiz' Málaga, 15 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle of Almuñécar' Granada, 17.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle of Bezmiliana' Málaga, 35.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Tower of la Rijana' Granada, 44.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle of Santa Catalina' Málaga, 45.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle of Gibralfaro' Málaga, 46.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Alcazaba of Vélez-Málaga' Málaga, 47 km from the center. On the map Photo
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