Tabernas has 10 fun things to do

The Desert of Tabernas is Europe’s only real desert, and one of Andalucia’s most interesting destinations. It’s much more than dry earth, distant memory of Spaghetti Westerns or that one time Josh Hartnett filming Penny Dreadful (sigh) in 2016. Tabernas combines nature, culture and film. Here are 10 essential things you should do when visiting:

1. Wander Tabernas’ old town, where whitewashed streets lead to local landmarks like the 16th-century Church of Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación.
2. Visit the Centro de Interpretación Terrera Ventura, a small museum exploring the area’s prehistoric past and desert ecology.
3. Climb to the top of the Moorish fortress, which is perched on the hilltop. It offers panoramic views over the desert and the surrounding sierras.
4. Hike along the Tabernas Desert trails, which reveal fossils, dramatic gullies and terrain that has been shaped over many centuries by erosion.
5. For adventure seekers, book a 4×4 tour to reach remote desert locations and filming spots.
6. Would you like something slower to do? Horseback riding is a great way to enjoy the scenery, especially during sunsets or cooler hours.
7. Spend the day in Oasys, a themepark with film sets, cowboy shows and restaurants. We’ll pretend there isn’t a zoo.
8. Visit Fort Bravo in Texas Hollywood to see another popular film location that is still being used today.
9. Western Leone is the smallest, but atmospherically most beautiful of the western sets.
10. Enjoy Tabernas’ traditional cuisine, which includes local specialties, such as Gurullos con conejo Grilled wild game is a great way to enjoy this delicious meat.

Tabernas offers a desert adventure unlike any other in Europe. Put on your cowboy boot and pack!

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