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Pechina, the old Bayyana
On the shores of Sierra Alhamilla is the Pechina municipality, which has an area of 46 square kilometres and is located 98 meters above sea level, 11 kilometres from the capital of Almeria. Pechina is a town whose history and varied nature will surprise you.
In Los Baños de Sierra Alhamilla, the area of El Chorrillo stands out. It will surprise you due to the arid landscapes on the slopes of Sierra Alhamilla. This place has been chosen as the setting for several films.
Of course, you cannot miss the Sierra Alhamilla Spring, which is located on the slope of Sierra Alhamilla, whose thermal waters sprout at 58°C – ideal for health or relaxation therapies.
Pechina in history
Pechina is extremely important because, in its time, it was the important Bayyana, cradle and origin of the city of Almeria. It is impossible to erase its Arab past, which formed the Maritime Republic of Pechina. This turned Pechina into a prosperous city and a great producer of silk, with countless merchants and artisans in its streets. Its Arab pillars have always marked the beautiful city of Pechina culturally.Celebrations in Pechina
In Pechina, its patron saint festivities are of vital importance and are celebrated in honour of Saint Indaletius every May 15. In Los Baños de Sierra Alhamilla, the festivities in honour of Saint Claude are celebrated on October 30 every year. In the same way, Holy Week, the May Cross and Corpus Christi are celebrated prominently.Gastronomy
In Pechina, you can enjoy the exquisite typical dishes of the province of Almeria, highlighting typical recipes such as “papaviejos” and semolina migas. Likewise, we recommend that you enjoy the chard “esparragadas”.Places of interest
Pechina has a marked Arab cultural heritage, so it is highly recommended that you visit the Bayyana Interpretation Centre, where you can learn about the rich Arab past of the population.One of the most significant places in the municipality of Pechina is the Plaza de la Villa, the true nerve centre of the population.
Another outstanding work of Pechina is the Church of Saint Indaletius, which dates back to before the 18th century.
This church has a baroque style in its dome and main chapel. Its campaigns are from the year 1884. Inside, you can see the fresco of the apparition of the Sacred Heart of Jesus by the painter Antonio Bedmar.
Another outstanding work of Pechina is the Church of Saint Indaletius, which dates back to before the 18th century.
This church has a baroque style in its dome and main chapel. Its campaigns are from the year 1884. Inside, you can see the fresco of the apparition of the Sacred Heart of Jesus by the painter Antonio Bedmar.
Of course, you cannot miss the Sierra Alhamilla Spring, which is located on the slope of Sierra Alhamilla, whose thermal waters sprout at 58°C – ideal for health or relaxation therapies.
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