Antequera
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So ancient that even the Romans called it Antiquaria, this market town presents a wonderfully condensed architectural history of the entire area, beginning with Neolithic dolmens dating from between 4500 and 2500 BC. In addition, there are significant Roman ruins, including villas with outstanding mosaics, a Moorish Alcazaba (closed to the public), the 16th-century Arco de los Gigantes, and fine Renaissance palaces and churches to explore. Many treasures originally found in the town – including the exquisite Ephebe of Antequera, a rare, life-size Roman bronze of a young boy – are displayed in the Municipal Museum, housed in an 18th-century palace.
Practical Information
Museo Municipal: Palacio Nájera, Plaza del Coso Viejo; 952 70 40 51; Open Oct–May: 10am–1:30pm, 4:30–6:30pm Tue–Fri, 10am–1:30pm Sat, 11am–1:30pm Sun, evening hours vary in summer; Adm
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