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Alora Moorish Castle
Álora is situated in the heart of the Guadalhorce Valley. The town centre, and old Moorish castle, are perched on top of a hill, making the to entrance Alora one of the most spectacular of any town in Andalucía. The castle chapel consists of a Gothic vault which was historicaly known as, The Towers. The rest of the building has long since fallen down and has become a cemetery for the people of the town.
Alora Church of the Encarnation
This is the third largest church in the Malaga province. The 17th century church's interior is divided into three naves that are separated by thick stone columns and wooden arches.
Alora Chapel of La Veracruz
The Capilla del Cristo de la Veracruz is a small 16th century building. The floor plan is irregular as it has been restructed continually over the centuries, leaving very little of the original construction.
Flores Convent (Santuario De Nuestra Señora De Flores)
The Convento de Flores is a religious building that dates from the 16th century. It is Baroque in style and has a single nave structured in timber.
Hermitage of Santa Brígida (Ermita de Santa Brigida)
Situated beside Alora's railway station, this building dates from the 16th century. The original frescos can still be seen inside.
The Humilladero Cross (Cruz del Humilladero)
A cross shaped building, situated near the Flores Convent. It was commissioned to commemorate the event of the last Moorish mayor handing over of the keys of Álora to the Christian forces in 1484. |
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