Discovering Benaocaz: A Hidden Gem in the Sierra de Cádiz

Discovering Benaocaz: A Hidden Gem in the Sierra de Cádiz

Benaocaz is a picturesque village located in the north-west of Cádiz province, south of the Tavizna River. It is part of the famous Ruta de los Pueblos Blancos (Route of the White Villages).

Benaocaz borders Grazalema to the north, Ubrique to the south, Villaluenga del Rosario to the east, and El Bosque to the west. The village is entirely within the Parque Natural Sierra de Grazalema (Grazalema Natural Park), with the westernmost section also inside Los Alcornocales Natural Park.

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Cádiz: A Timeless Treasure

San Antonio church in the Plaza San Antonio

Cádiz is the second-most populous city in the Bay of Cádiz and one of the most economically vibrant, driven largely by its shipbuilding industry, port activity, and a bustling free-trade zone. Its economy also relies heavily on tourism, which is boosted by stunning beaches, traditional festivities, and a remarkable historical heritage.

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The Cities, Towns and Villages of Cádiz

Exploring Cádiz’s White Villages by Car. Zahara de la Sierra.

The Province of Cádiz is divided into 6 comarcas (regions) that include a total of 44 municipalities, with the famous city of Cádiz as its capital. Other important cities in the province include Jerez de la Frontera and Algeciras.

The Population of Cádiz

The population of Cádiz Province is approximately 1,255,164 inhabitants. Of these, around 600,000 live in the metropolitan area of the Bay of Cádiz, which includes Cádiz city and nearby towns like Chiclana, El Puerto de Santa María, Puerto Real, and San Fernando. This makes Cádiz one of the most densely populated areas within Andalusia.

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Prado del Rey

Prado del Rey in the Sierra de Cádiz

Nestled between Arcos de la Frontera and El Bosque, Prado del Rey is a charming Andalusian village of around 6,000 inhabitants, covering 49 square kilometres. Surrounded by the Parque Natural Sierra de Grazalema and Los Alcornocales, it offers a perfect blend of nature, history and authentic gastronomy.

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Paterna de Rivera

Paterna de Rivera

Paterna de Rivera, covering an area of 14 km², lies in the heart of the province of Cádiz. Its landscape is defined by farming and livestock, forming part of the famous Route of the Bull. Nearby towns include Alcalá de los Gazules, Medina Sidonia and Jerez de la Frontera.

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