Setenil de Las Bodegas - Spanish town, lost in the stones

Getting into the Spanish town of Setenil de Las Bodegas, comes to mind the biblical truth that there is a time to scatter stones and a time to gather stones. It seems that these words are understood literally, and some unknown force has collected all the boulders in the area, and then put among them many houses. This is probably one of the most amazing parts of Andalusia.





Setenil de Las Bodegas is famous for its unique geographical position: most of the houses literally "embedded" in the rock, built by expanding the natural caves.





Historical data indicate that proud was founded during the Roman Empire and built on a promontory that was later occupied by Muslims. This city has long been the main Outpost, repulsing the attacks of the Christian troops. Many scholars believe that the name of the city is connected with the military events. The first part of the name allegedly derived from "septem nihil", which literally means "seven times without result." Such was the number of unsuccessful attacks of the Christian troops. The second part of the name "de Las Bodegas" appeared thanks to the abundant production of valuable wines, which has long been famous for this area. It is noteworthy that the first vineyards were planted in this area is Christian in addition to growing olive and almond groves.



Over the years Setenil de Las Bodegas has become popular not only because of winemaking, this city has the best "meat" reputation in the region, in the many bars and restaurants serve excellent pork dishes.



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