Baza, Granada Province, Andalucia, Spain

Baza

Here you will find many English speaking people living in the town of Baza in the Granada Province, Andalucia, Spain. It is the main shopping area in the region and you will find most of what you need here - even Lidls for cheap food shopping! The Sierras Magazine offers information about business services in the town.

More about Baza

Market day in Baza is on a Wednesday and can be found at the top of the town.

Here are a few places you might like to visit during a visit to Baza.

The Archaeological Museum - where you will see interesting remains from the different cultures who have inhabited Baza throughout history.
The Colegiata Concatedral de la Encarnación dates back to the 16th Century and is a national monument.
The Arab Baths are amongst the oldest baths dating back to the 10th century.
13th Century Islamic Alcazaba or Fortress - this is located at the top of the town. Here you can enjoy panoramic views over Baza.

Baza is also well known for traditions passed down through the centuries, such as the making of hand-made string instruments, such as guitars and mandolins and other hand made crafts such as artistic woodwork.

There are also remains of the old Jewish quarter. The "Dama de Baza" sculpture discovered here is an excellent example of Iberian culture during the 3rd and 4th centuries B.C. Of special interest are the Gothic church of the Anunaciación with its Plateresque façade by Diego de Siloé, the 16th century former Town Hall (Ayuntamiento), and the Fountain of Caños Dorados.

Where to eat and drink

Meson Los Moriscos (drinks only)
C/Cava Alta, 2
Tel: 958 703 632

Meson Los Cantaros (Menu del dia recommended)
Plaza Arcipreste Juan Hernandez
Tel: 958 700 375Meson La Solana
C/Serrano, 4
Tel: 958 861 523
 
Restaurante La Parra (little expensive but 
recommended for a special occasion0
Ctra de Caniles, 41
Baza
Tel: 958 70 00 12
Closed between 6pm and 8pm
 
Cerveceria Dublin
C/Cadiz, 10
Tel: 958 702 614
www.dublinbaza.com

Shops

The Corner Shop

Paul and Cherri are on hand for those living in the local area in need of some "home from home" food products. Pop in and see them - if you don't see what you want, talk with them and if they can get it - they will!

Baza Books

Offers a great selection of books for English lovers. Nikki opens from 9 - 2pm Monday to Friday.

Call in and see Nikki at Carretera de Caniles No.25, Baza , 18800 or click here to visit the website.

If you would like to provide us with more information about Baza please email

enquiries@castril-information-centre-spain.com

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