Baza, Historic municipality in Granada Province, Spain.
Baza is a municipality in Granada Province situated on the lower slopes of the Sierra de Baza Mountain Range at about 844 meters elevation. The town blends arid plains with fertile valleys and displays a rich network of historic structures throughout its layout.
The settlement was established as an Iberian foundation in the 4th century BC and later passed through Roman, Visigothic, and Islamic rule. In 1489, Queen Isabella I captured the city, ending its Islamic period.
The local museum displays artifacts from different periods and houses the famous Lady of Baza statue from the 4th century BC. These objects tell stories of the many peoples who lived in this place over time.
The town has numerous walking paths through its historic center connecting major sites like the Alcazaba fortress and Santiago Church. These routes are easy to navigate and allow visitors to explore the different layers of the settlement.
The mountain area surrounding the town contains cave dwellings that residents have occupied for centuries and which serve as examples of traditional regional architecture. These homes carved into the stone show how people adapted to the mountain landscape.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Negratín Reservoir
13.9 km
Baza National Park
13 km
Granada UNESCO Global Geopark
13.7 km
Jabalcón
10 km
Iglesia Mayor Concatedral de la Encarnación
390 mBaza Cathedral
372 m
Castillo de Benzalema
12.6 km
Baños de la Judería
154 mIglesia de San Jerónimo
421 mAlcazaba de Baza
438 mPalacio de los Enríquez
390 m
Playa de Freila
14.8 km
Iberian necropolis of Cerro Sanctuary and the Ibero-Roman City of Basti.
3.8 kmTorre Santiso
3.1 kmMuralla de la Sierra de Baza
4.7 kmTorre de los Morrones
7.3 kmCastillo de Zújar
8.6 kmIglesia de San Antón
572 mCastillo de Freila
13 kmTorre de Jofí
10 kmTorre del Llano de la Torre
15 kmTorre de Baul
15.9 kmTorre Capel
1.9 kmCastillo de Baúl
16.5 kmTorre de la Majada de la Torre
4.8 kmMuralla urbana (Baza)
372 m
Basti
4.3 kmTorre de la Cuna
10.8 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes