Rota, Coastal municipality in Costa de la Luz, Cádiz Province, Spain
Rota extends along the Atlantic coastline at an elevation of 9 meters, featuring sandy beaches and clear waters near the Guadalquivir River mouth.
The area contains archaeological remains from Roman settlements, indicating continuous human presence and maritime activities since ancient times in this strategic location.
Local festivals throughout the year present traditional Andalusian music, flamenco performances, regional gastronomy, and maritime customs of southern Spain.
The municipality provides direct access to beaches, accommodations, and restaurants, with regular bus connections to neighboring towns in Cádiz Province.
Naval Station Rota serves as a joint Spanish-American military installation, making it the largest American military community in Spain.
Location: Cádiz Province
Capital city: Rota
Elevation above the sea: 9 m
Part of: notarsko okrožje Puerto de Santa María, Mancomunidad de Municipios Bahía de Cádiz, Costa Noroeste de Cádiz
Shares border with: Chipiona, Sanlúcar de Barrameda, El Puerto de Santa María
Website: http://aytorota.es
GPS coordinates: 36.62286,-6.35996
Latest update: June 7, 2025 01:56
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Edificio Rex
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