If you want to experience the ancient world of the Romans and Arabs, explore ancient dolmens near Mount Dolce Indio, and take an unforgettable trip to an ancient olive canning factory, then you need to visit Antequera, located in the center of the Spanish region of Andalusia.

Since the city is in a very convenient location, it can be reached in an hour from Cordoba or Seville, and only half an hour from Malaga.

Begin your exploration of this region with an olive factory. You’ll learn about various olive pickling recipes, sample various varieties, and, of course, buy olives at the best prices. After learning about all the intricacies of olive production, you can explore the 5,000-year-old dolmens, which are considered burial mounds. In 2016, this site was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Besides the dolmens, you’ll see Roman baths and an Arab fortress, ancient monasteries and churches. And, of course, the most recognizable mountain in Andalusia—the Sleeping Indian.

If you think there’s nothing else of interest in Antequera and its surroundings, you’re wrong. Here you can also visit a confectionery factory that has been creating unique sweets and desserts under the Antequerana brand for over 125 years. Finally, you can stop by one of nature’s wonders: Parque Torcal, which will surprise you with its bizarre landscape.