The white villages of Cádiz are all beautiful, but maybe you get a little lost in what to visit before and what to visit later or you have a very limited time and maybe you want to know which town you might like the most. Here we help you with that. We will tell you how special Benamahoma and Benaocaz have and why you should visit them.
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A bit of context from both peoples.
The origin of the town of Benaocaz dates back to the 15th century, being one of the reconquered towns of Rodrigo Ponce de Leon. After being part of the crown of Castile, the neighbors began to acquire a certain independence, gradually buying their trades in the 18th century.
In Benamahoma, the origins date back to 1845 due to the importance of a settlement next to a spring. He was part of the guerrillas against the French in the war of independence.
5 things to see in Benamahoma
- The Plaza de Andalucía: It is a square set in the Arab culture, where you can have beautiful views of the town and a wonderful sunset.
- The Ecomuseum of the Water Mill: It is an old mill that is located in the passage of the Majaceite river. In this museum you can see the use that people from here gave to the water and its current, both to make oil or flour and for the textile industry.
- El Nacimiento: It is a natural source of water that emanates to the surface and begins with the Majaceite River. The place is beautiful and very romantic, worth visiting as a couple.
- Church of San Antonio de Padua: It was founded in 1485. It is located next to the town’s bullring. You could also visit the Chapel of San Antonio de Padua, patron of the town.
- The fountain of the three jets: It is an emblematic corner of the town, quenching the thirst of many generations of town inhabitants. It is pure, crystal clear water that is cold in summer and overflowing in winter.
5 things to see in Benaocaz
- Nasrid neighborhood: It dates from medieval times. It is the oldest and best preserved part of the municipality. It made up of the ruins of the houses that make it up, with the formation of complete streets. He was Muslim until the war in Granada
- Cintillo and Aguas Nuevas views: It is located on the slopes of Manga de Villaluenga. You can see the Roman road almost completely. It is gorgeous.
- Aznalmara Castle: Its name means the castle of the maidens, popularly known as the Castle of Tavizna. It is situated on the top of a mountain, 500 meters from Tavizna. It is almost in ruins, but the Torre del Homenaje has been preserved.
- The Hermitage of San Blas and of Calvario: They date back to the 18th century, built with donations from the town’s inhabitants. Religion is an important part of the Cadiz towns. Visiting them is a way of honoring and learning about the culture of the place.
- Fuente Allá: It is part of the history of the towns. It supplied water to the entire town until the 1970s, which was when the pipes installed in the houses.
We are sure that you already want to visit them. With these five things that you must visit in each of these two wonderful towns that many people mistake for their similarity in their name. Therefore, it is best to leave the visits in our hands and do not worry about organizing anything. Contact us and we will organize your ideal experience.