ARCHIDONA

Situated on the southern slopes of a rugged hill, some historians assert its origin may be PhoenicianEscua; other insist on its Roman roots. As for its name, it may comes from the Iberian Estedeluna, which means "oil mill", Vesci o Faventia, or Arx-Domina. During the Arab domination it was calledMedina-Arxiduna, from where its actual name, Archidona, comes.

The city was stated Historic Artistic Town and amongst its numerous monuments the most interesting are the Punic-Arab Castle, turned into the Sanctuary of the Holy Virgin of Grace, patron saint of Archidona ; the outstanding 18th. century Plaza Ochavada, which take its name after the eight irregular sides of white façades with balconies and archways of red bricks.

The Convent of Santo Domingo 16th. century, and that of Jesus and Mary, a 16th. century construction too.
 
 

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