Almeria
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Almeria is a city in Andalusia in Southern Spain, founded by Arabs in 955, and the capital of the province of the same name. Since the 1950s, when Andalusia was declared a Centre of National Tourist Interest, it has been popular with national and international holiday makers. The Euro Weekly News is the longest running news source in Almeria, covering Berja, Huercal-Overa, Laujar de Andarax and Lucainena de las Torres breaking news.
The journey home: 27 loggerhead turtles return to the sea in Mojácar
A rare and heart-warming event took place on Mojácar's Rio Abajo Beach this Monday, June 15, when 27 loggerhead turtle hatchlings made the journey across...
Mojácar comes alive for annual Moors and Christians festival
Mojácar underwent an incredible transformation at the weekend when colourful banners were strung from facades, knights rode on horseback and local residents ditched their twenty-first...
Lara Croft lands in Almeria: Amazon’s Tomb Raider begins filming
Almería is back in the spotlight, this time with a starring role in Amazon Prime's new series, Tomb Raider. Production is well underway, with the...
Mojácar Night of Love: a romantic evening in Spain’s white village
Lovebirds will soon be out in full force in Mojácar, as this beautiful Andalusian village prepares to host one of its most enchanting annual celebrations....
National Donor Day: the donors who gave others a second chance honoured in El Ejido
In honour of National Donor Day, the Poniente University Hospital in El Ejido recently paid a touching tribute to organ donors whose sacrifice and generosity...
Spectacular Moors and Christians parade brings Vera’s history to life
Spirits were high and the streets were alive last weened, when Vera celebrated its momentous Moors and Christians parade. Celebrating its 13th edition, the parade...
Almería goes viral in China as tourism campaign reaches millions
In April, a convoy of journalists from Beijing, China made their first trip to Almería, as part of a new tourist campaign designed to introduce...
Step back in time at the Mojácar Moorish Medieval Market 2026
Imagine falling asleep in the twenty-first century and waking up in Medieval times. That's the case for locals in Mojácar, who will find their town...
Vera kicks off Moors and Christians festivities with colourful giant parade
Every year, Vera hosts incredible Moors and Christians celebrations, attracting visitors from across Almería. But such notoriety has quite literally given Vera a big head....
Hoppy travels: explore Mojácar with new electric bike rental service
There's nothing worse than getting in a hot, stuffy car in the middle of summer, but when the only alternative is walking, what else is...
Looking for the best burger in Almería? Ruta Burger 04 arrives in Huércal-Overa
There’s nothing better than a good, juicy burger and from Thursday 4 to Sunday 7 June, residents of Huércal-Overa will have the chance to try...
Huércal-Overa puts down roots, planting trees in honour of the town’s children
In honour of World Environment Day, Huércal-Overa is once again planting roots in the most meaningful way possible. The Huércal-Overa Town Hall, alongside local volunteers...
Spain’s top tattoo artists to compete at Almería Tattoo Convention 2026
Some of the most colourful and creative professionals in the tattoo world will soon arrive in Almería for the fifth edition of the Almería Tattoo...
Hobby Horse Race steals the show at Mojácar Hippie Night, raising €5,000 for charity
The annual Lion's charity Hippie Night was once again a resounding success, cementing itself as one the biggest, funniest and most beloved events. Hippie Night...