The great protagonist of the route is the minaret, a jewel of Andalusian art that rises imposingly above the streets, reminding us of the Arab legacy of Salares. Its presence dominates the urban landscape, accompanied by the remains of the old church built over the original mosque and now transformed into the Parish Church of Santa Ana.
Salares, Malaga
It is part of the town's parish church and was formerly a mosque that was converted into a Christian basilica. This minaret was declared a National Monument The building, which was inaugurated on 16 November 1979, is one of the most beautiful examples of Almohad art in the Iberian Peninsula. Built in red brick between the 13th and 14th centuries, it has two sections and four openings with magnificent sebka panels.
Salares, Malaga
The Roman bridge of Salares on the river of the same name is located on the eastern slope of the hill on which the town sits. Erected by the RomansIt joins the two banks in a strong cliff. It is single-eyed or single-sided, with its males resting on the rock of the slopes.
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