Basílica de Vega del Mar, Marbella, Spain

The Basílica de Vega del Mar is a church in Marbella, southern Spain. This is one of the few examples of North African Visigothic churches built in Andalusia during sixth century. It is located near the mouth of the Guadalmina River along an old Roman road which connected Cádiz with Cartagena.

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Constandinos Vinall (2 years ago)
A very interesting site not to be missed. Most importantly though, the archeologist and carer of the site, Jose, was very helpful and was happy to answer some questions in regards to the area which made my visit even more pleasant. Free entrance but, admittedly, the opening hours are limited so check them out before coming here.

Dzik Czarownik (2 years ago)
Opening hours are a joke. One person attends to Roman baths and this place.

Ever Longing (3 years ago)
Lol, I don't agree with rating archaeological sites, it's bizarre! They would all get top marks if it were up to me as they are a legacy worth preservation. This site has been cleared and had a viewing deck added. The caretaker and guide is extremely knowledgeable and was kept busy showing around us and other visitors.

Zeynep Kayhan Järvinen (3 years ago)
It is worth visiting! Muchas gracias the guide Jose! We got nice information about the place from him?

Jim Wilde (5 years ago)
Well protected and enclosed but needs some TLC to show it at its best. Set back from the sea, well worth a visit but check the opening times.

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