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High on a hill, nestled between the sierras and the sea, Vejer de la Frontera is a beautifully preserved, white hilltop village. Declared a national monument in 1978, Vejer still retains a potent Moorish character. With Christian churchs and convents, Moorish architecture and a Jewish quarter, it is a microcosm of Spain's colourful history. Explore the many historical monuments, including turreted mediaeval walls, minarets, churches and convents. Behold the panoramic views to the sea and, on a clear day, Africa beyond. The wonderful thing about being in Vejer is how quickly one forgets the hustle and bustle of life in the city. The pace of life here is so quintessentially Andalucian. The day often starts lazily, in typical Spanish style, with freshly-squeezed orange juice, cafe con leche and tostada with tomato, garlic and olive oil. The Plaza de Espaņa, with its wonderful frog fountain, is a great place to watch the world go by. Enjoy an ice-cream or a glass of sherry. Vejer has a wonderful array of restaurants. For fine dining choose from Moroccan cuisine at El Califa, French cuisine at Vera Cruz or Spanish at The Trafalgar. For simpler fare there are many options including tapas, pizza or crepes. |
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Above (l-r): The hilly cobbled streets; the fountain in the Plaza de Espaņa; the church spire; the old town walls. |