Lanjaron Mineral Water 1,5 L. [Pack of 6]

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Down in the next valley is Órgiva, the main commercial centre of the Alpujarras region. It is bigger and less attractive than those in the mountains but has good restaurants and accommodation, plus they throw a mean festival. From its position overlooking the valley, Lanjarón also played an important role during the War of Independence against Napoleon and his troops. The towns "cañoneros" or "cannon shooters", as they were called, fired against the French troops as they crossed the valley. One of the cannons still stands today along the main road. Across the street from the Balneario de Lanjarón is a lovely park full of trees and streams. A popular local hangout and concert venue, there are playgrounds, short walking trails and a pleasant café with a perfect people-watching terrace. Head Out on One of the Lanjarón Walks

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He ruled between 1238 and 1273 and was better known as "Ibn al-Aḥmar" or Castilianized "Alhamar" ("El Rojo"), due to the red color of his beard. Lanjarón - Named after the spring where it originates in the village of Lanjaron in the Alpujarras; it is known as “El Agua de Sierra Nevada”. The water can still be drunk free of charge from a spring in the village, where there is a balneario (spa). This is by far the best-known of Andalucian mineral waters, with an annual bottling production of 650,000 cubic metres. Lanjaron water is classified as mineralización débil and is good for diets low in sodium, and for preparing babies’ bottles and food. In June 2006 the company Aguas de Lanjaron SA ‘merged’ with Font Vella SA to become Aguas Font Vella y Lanjarón, S.A., with its head office in Barcelona; it is part of Danone. The company supplies 5% of the Spanish Market. Member of NEABE (Asociación Nacional de Empresas de Agua de Bebida Envasados). Day 2: A long run from the heart of Granada, past the Alhambra palace and out into the surrounding hills. Approx. 22km/14miles, 800m ascent/descent, max elevation 1,122m. This abandoned trail has been reformed and improved for recreational tourist use by the Lanjarón town hall. More information about is hike can be found at the tourist office. Pampaneira is the first of two villages on our tour that have been designated as one of the "Prettiest Villages in Spain"... as you tour its pretty streets and alleys you will soon understand why.

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Day 3: Option 1 - A loop run in the beautiful Cumbres Verdes (‘Green Peaks’) mountains, less than half an hour from Granada. Approx. 12km/7.5miles, 500m ascent/descent, max elevation 1,745m. Option 2 – A second route option in the Cumbres Verdes, with more climbing, and which includes summiting Trevenque. Approx. 17km/10.5miles, 1,110m ascent/descent, max elevation 2,079m (Tevenque summit). If you can’t make it until there, there is another viewpoint on the way. But honestly it’s not half as good! It is thought that Lanjarón dates to pre-Roman times and derived its name from the Roman word "Lanchar" meaning "place abundant in water"... and that it is! Arabic Times - Records from the 13th century have been found referencing this village as an integral part of the "Dynasty of Alhamar" which was named for Muhámmad ibn Yúsuf ibn Nasr, the first king of the Kingdom of Granada and the founder of the Nasrid dynasty. One of the busiest and most popular villages in the Alpujarras in October... and also one of the scariest is Soportújar.

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Fed by Rio Lanjarón, a tributary of the Rio Guadalfeo, Lanjarón has long been famous for having some of the purest spring water in Spain. This has led to the superb bottled water, Agua Lanjarón, and, of far more interest to most visitors, Balneario Lanjarón, the town’s extremely popular spa. It is believed that the restorative properties of the water has contributed to the impressive life expectancy of its population, which was once even honoured by the World Health Organization as having the highest life expectancy in the world. Known throughout Spain, Sierra Nevada is one of the jewels that Mother Nature has given us. Sierra Nevada’s status as a National Park implies, among other things, that there are areas of the park where it is impossible to carry out any type of activity, and there are even areas whose access are only possible by foot. Lanjarón natural mineral water is one of the few waters that can be found nationwide with this double protection.The ruins of the castle of Lanjarón (although in reality what was built there did not have the entity of a castle). Its origin is not clear and, although among the locals it is known as “the castle of the Moors”, it is very possible that it is a Christian building, after the Arab occupation. It is located outside the urban center of the town, although very close, currently only part of the outer walls remain standing, all in very poor condition. A high altitude point-to-point route summiting all of the major 3,000m summits of the Sierra Nevada. Taken over three days and staying in mountain refuges along the way the length and ascent combined with the altitude make this a real test of endurance. Perfect for multi-day and ultra training. Approx. 89km/55miles, total ascent 5,370m, total descent 4,730m, max elevation 3,482m (Mulhacen summit) The incredibly fragrant landscapes found here have captivated and inspired writers and painters alike since the 1800s. In recent years, alternative lifestyle thinkers, believers in ancient Asian religions, and numerous artisans and craftspeople have arrived and have chosen to make the Alpujarras their home. At that time, the Spanish crown required that two Moorish families remained in every village to assist the new inhabitants - mainly those from Asturias, Galicia, and León - in learning how to work the land and irrigation systems on which they depended.

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ParkingAs you enter Lanjarón from the west you will see a small parking lot on the left-hand side of the road. There is also parking along the road on the right. Other than these areas most people just park along the main road where they can find a spot. No one knows exactly what makes the people of Lanjarón endure for so long, or to be as physically fit as they are... but some say it's the perfect A tall, narrow pavilion hovering over another pool marks the museum’s entrance. Domingo Santos describes it as ‘a space for the senses’. Two openings draw in the visitor and invite them to experience the effects of light and shade. The shallow film of water intensifies the experience - ‘a sensation similar to Islamic bath-houses,’ says Domingo Santos. The slatted Finnish fir panels recall the simple wooden structure that first enclosed Lanjarón’s Capuchina Spring in the 18th century, marking the beginning of the town’s development as a spa.The shade and scent of the orange blossom, the sound of the water and the reflections when the courtyard is flooded all create a refreshing atmosphere,’ says architect Juan Domingo Santos. The so-called “Barrio Hondillo”, the most typical of the town, with its alleys and pillars adorned with flowers and pots.