Sanlúcar de Barrameda
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Description
Sanlucar de Barrameda stands on the left bank of the mouth of the River Guadalquivir, on land whose interior is rich in fruit trees and vineyards, where the famous Manzanilla wine is produced; near the coast and the river there are beaches and pine forests, such as La Algaida, and mud flats such as those at Bonanza, which is part of the Doñana area Natural Park.
The town, located opposite Doñana Natural Park, on the banks of the river mouth, dates back to Moslem times, and its narrow streets reach down towards the river and the sea.
There are a multitude of factors of interest to tourists, such as the climate, the beaches of Bajo de Guia, La Calzada, Las Piletas and La Jara, and a number of monuments: Saint James" Castle, Our Lady's Church, the Duke of Medina Sidonia's Palace and Saint Domingo's Convent.
Further attractions are its rich cuisine, based on fish and seafood, the wine cellars and the beach horse races.
General information
Tourist Area: Costa de la Luz (Cádiz) Province: Cádiz Distance from the capital (km): 44 Altitude above sea level (m): 30 Area (Km2): 170.93 Nº of inhabintants: 64434 name for people: Sanluqueños Postal code: 11540Forecast
