In southern Spain, between golden beaches and cities with centuries of history, the province continues to surprise those who visit it. And among all its charms, there is a particular tourist destination that combines the best of the Andalusian tradition with a light, luminous and relaxed lifestyle that many compare Los Angeles, California, according to the British newspaper Sur in English.
It is El Puerto de Santa María, a coastal village that, in recent years, has won those looking for a different escapada. With large beaches, gold sunset, preserved nature and an environment that mixes the historical with the contemporary, this destination has become a reference in the southern Iberian Peninsula, according to the same source.
Located at the mouth of the Guadalete River, in the midst of Cádis Bay, El Puerto is a tourist destination with deep roots and its own identity. According to the legend, it was founded by Menesteus, a Greek king who arrived there after the Trojan War. Later, he was successively inhabited by Phoenicians, Romans, Muslims and Christians, all leaving a legacy that still feels in the streets, monuments and traditions.
Rich cultural heritage
One of the symbols of this inheritance is the Castillo de San Mark, an old mosque transformed into a Christian fortress. Also noteworthy are the historic cellars linked to Jerez’s wine, which are part of the local soul and attract curious around the world.
But El Puerto does not live only from the past. Those who arrive there find a very their own lifestyle, marked by the extensive and quiet beaches, such as Valdelagrana, La Putilla, Fuentebravia or Santa Catalina. They are wide, thin sand, where, according to the same source, freedom is breathed and slowly, often to the sound of live bars by the sea.
The terraces have a modern touch, sometimes even Californian, with fusion kitchen proposals and a strong connection to surf and outdoor culture. It is common to see people practicing water sports in the late afternoon, between dives and sunset.
In addition to the beaches, El Puerto keeps another little known place: their natural salines. Old salt production structures, now transformed into ecological conservation areas, offer pedestrian and cyclable paths, always accompanied by migratory birds and postcards.
According to the same source, the contrast between the blue of the sea, the white of salt and the golden tones of the end of the day creates unique moments for those looking for peace and nature without leaving an urban center.
Tradition
Despite growing as a tourist destination, El Puerto maintains a strong connection to local traditions. Flamenco culture, popular parties, street markets and gastronomy based on sea products are still alive, side by side with more contemporary proposals.
Its proximity to cities like Jerez de la Frontera and Cádis facilitates travel to those who want to explore more of the region, but it is in El Puerto that many end up surrendered to the rare combination of authenticity and modernity, says the same source. It is also an active bohemian and cultural life city, with galleries, outdoor events, concerts and creative energy that attracts more and more visitors, many of them repeats.
A escape in southern Spain
Anyone looking for a different destination for an escapinha in southern Spain finds an unexpected alternative, according to: with wide beaches such as Los Angeles, California, a relaxed way of life, a bright environment, and a deeply rooted heritage, El Puerto de Santa María is a secret that is already stopping being.
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