SHOPPING
Corals, baskets, pottery or wood works would make a good souvenir of your pleasant trip.
The predominant handicrafts made in this land of sun, snow, desert and sea are ceramics, textiles and basket-making but we must'nt forget carpentry, still practiced by some craftsmen in the capital, or works on coral in the coastal regions. |
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Both, Níjar and Vera are representative of ceramic creativity.
Textile work of Velefique is influenced by the Moorish culture which is reflected in their weaving mills. The best known products are the 'jarapas', originally used as blankets, but now are used for decorative purposes.
In Fiñana, Carboneras and Alboloduy are known for their fine baskets and similar products.
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NIGHT LIFE:
Almería offers a typical Spanish nightlife with lots of cheap tapas bars and eating joints offering regional cuisine, with the main focus on fresh fish dishes. You’ll find the bars and restaurants stay open until midnight as the Spanish eat late, often starting at 9 or 10pm.
The city is dominated by live music at various venues throughout the year (in contrast to tourist resorts which only spring to life during the season period). The town centre houses a couple of dozen music bars and clubs so go ahead and take your pick. Discoal S L in Calle de las Tiendas and Discoteca Lord Nelson in Calle Canonigo Molina Alfonso are two of the liveliest clubs in the area.
If you're pining for some solid entertainment then Almería is the place to get it. Head north east along the coast to Mojacar during the summers and you will find a hive of nightlife activities along the beach, from karaoke, bingo to cabaret shows and late night clubs.
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