Grazalema

The white houses of Grazalema rise at 812 meters elevation among limestone mountains, with narrow streets leading to Plaza de España.

The settlement began as a Roman villa named Lacidulia before North African people established themselves in the 8th century, naming it Raisa lami Suli.

The village maintains its textile manufacturing heritage through a workshop that produces wool blankets, rugs, and ponchos using traditional methods.

The tourist office in Plaza de España provides walking permits, park information, maps, and sells local handicrafts including leather goods and ceramics.

The surrounding mountains create a barrier for Atlantic clouds, making this area receive the highest rainfall measurements in southern Spain.

Location: Cádiz Province

Capital city: Grazalema

Elevation above the sea: 812 m

Part of: Arcos de la Frontera notary district, Mancomunidad de Municipios de la Sierra de Cádiz, Sierra de Cádiz

Shares border with: Villaluenga del Rosario, Benaocaz, El Bosque, Prado del Rey, Zahara de la Sierra, El Gastor, Ronda, Montejaque, Montecorto

Website: http://grazalema.es

GPS coordinates: 36.75864,-5.36924

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:33