Alquife
Spain · AndalusiaES
Place in Granada, Spain
Alquife is a town located in the province of Granada, Spain. According to the 2005 census (INE), the town has a population of 780 inhabitants. It is famous due to its iron mines that since Ancient Roman times gave prosperity to the area. In February 1997, Compañía Andaluza de Minas fired its 264 workers and closed the operation. Along with the mines, the mining community of Alquife was built. It is currently abandoned, though there are plans to reopen the mines as at August 2020.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 543
- Coordinates
- 37.180, -3.116
- Timezone
- Europe/Madrid
- Elevation
- 1195 m
Overview of Alquife
Travellers heading to Andalusia, Spain will find Alquife, a small settlement. It counts about 543 residents. And it shows in how much there is to see. Plan around culture and you will not run out of ideas. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere. You are about 1,195 metres up.
Things to do in Alquife
Culture in Alquife
(1)Our data lists Mines as culture options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Alquife.
Getting there & around
Alquife rewards a slow approach — a hub in Andalusia, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/Madrid on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Alquife that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alquife known for?
- Travellers associate Alquife with culture. It sits in Andalusia, Spain and counts about 543 residents.
- What can you do in Alquife?
- Alquife is tagged with Mines, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- Where is Alquife located?
- Alquife belongs to Andalusia, Spain, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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