Tijola Travel Guide

It is known as the "Pearl of Almanzora" and the Almanzora river dominates all its territory. The first human civilizations arrived in this region during prehistory, in the Paleolithic and Neolithic. The archaeological sites attest to the fact that Arab, Phoenician, Roman, and Christian cultures have passed through here, which has provided the features of a still present, well-consolidated cultural identity.

This is one of the towns in the Almanzora Valley that has had a greater development of its economic activities, with agriculture, livestock, industry and construction being the most significant. Tourism has also experienced a boom in recent times. In its urban environment, several religious buildings can be admired, the most important being the Parish Church of Saint Mary and numerous hermitages of great beauty and various styles. The Cela hot spring and the old railway station are popular tourist attractions. The town has a wide tourist infrastructure with all the comforts, which has helped increase the number of visitors whom the town receives. Its popular and religious festivities and public events of all kinds also help attract visitors.