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“Not really for tourists but worth a 1/2 day trip”

Mar 2022

It’s a working town, but head to the town center for the best bit. Parque Arqueolohico Murallas Merinies

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“Ancient Ruins right in the City Center....”

Jun 2018

My wife and I recently visited Algeciras, Spain during our two week trip to Spain, Portugal, and Gibraltar. We decided to visit the Historic District of Algeciras and spent the entire day sightseeing. The area is home to some of the nicest plazas, cafes, shops, mercado, and parks. The Parque Arqueologico is located right next to the Parque Maria Cristina and both are worth visiting. The Parque Arqueologico was very interesting and well preserved. A great piece of Spanish history has been saved right in the heart of this beautiful city. And it is worth taking the time to visit....

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tarifablanca

Aberdeen, UK30 contributions

Old Arab (Merini) walls of Algeciras

Jul 2016 • Family

This is an archeological site (do not expect to see full city walls) that has been excavated and rescued in the past 10-20 years, as unfortunately, the city has little historical (i.e. architectural) heritage. There is a small bridge, the remains of a few towers, a moat etc. Good illumination during the night time. It is in a central/safe area of the city, next to lots of shops and tapas bars in Calle Alfonso XI. So it is fine to walk around at day or night time.

It is probably hard to make sense of it, unless you read on it/ go on a small tour. There is a tiny but interesting cultural centre/museum next to the site (in Avenida Blas Infante) that will help you to envisage what the walls were in the old days, as well as to see some videos, pottery from the site etc. I have given a good review as I like this small museum. If you are trying to make time in town do visit, entry to the museum is free and it is very close to the harbour/ ferry port.

Written July 25, 2016

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Lydia

Guildford, UK63 contributions

Interesting

Aug 2017 • Family

Interesting thing to see when in the town, but I wouldn't go especially. It's obviously and important part of the history of Algeciras.

Written August 18, 2017

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shellbev

Nottingham, UK7 contributions

Interesting but hidden

Oct 2016 • Family

Came across this by accident rather than looking for it. No real information once we were there. Spent time trying to figure it out by the engraved title in the strip of stone further up the road. However really good to see it's been preserved for all to see

Written October 4, 2016

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Donna H

Mukilteo, WA440 contributions

Ancient Ruins of Algeciras

Aug 2015 • Solo

If ancient ruins, archeology, and history excite you, this may be the place for you. It isn't a large area, but it does show walls, tunnels, and huge round rock that I have no idea about. These ruins have recently been uncovered during an excavation project.

Written September 11, 2015

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Michael J

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Not really for tourists but worth a 1/2 day trip

Mar 2022 • Couples

It’s a working town, but head to the town center for the best bit. Parque Arqueolohico Murallas Merinies

Written April 29, 2022

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pparrothead

Wilmington, NC4,271 contributions

Ancient Ruins right in the City Center....

Jun 2018 • Couples

My wife and I recently visited Algeciras, Spain during our two week trip to Spain, Portugal, and Gibraltar. We decided to visit the Historic District of Algeciras and spent the entire day sightseeing.

The area is home to some of the nicest plazas, cafes, shops, mercado, and parks. The Parque Arqueologico is located right next to the Parque Maria Cristina and both are worth visiting. The Parque Arqueologico was very interesting and well preserved. A great piece of Spanish history has been saved right in the heart of this beautiful city. And it is worth taking the time to visit....

Written July 2, 2018

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Surfer N

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To be cared for more

Nov 2023 • Couples

Interesting remains from different eras of the walls that protected the city. It's a shame that they aren't cared for more by local cultural heritage. However, the information we received from the This app's story game on Algeciras and Paco de Lucia is curious.

Written November 26, 2023

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