Old pictures of Velez Rubio
The Heartbeat of Vélez-Rubio
Steeped in history, Vélez-Rubio has welcomed inhabitants for over 30,000 years. The current town's roots trace back to the 15th and 16th centuries when Moriscos and Christians united, shaping a vibrant community around the church and town hall. This gripping history of Vélez-Rubio resonates through the elaborate streets and stunning buildings established during the 18th and 19th centuries, reflecting a rich cultural heritage.
As you wander through this picturesque municipality in Almería, be sure to visit the magnificent Church of the Virgin of the Incarnation and the charming ethnographic museum. The warm spirit of the local traditions shines brightly during Holy Week, celebrated with passion by fervent brotherhoods like "the slaves" and "the porcelains."
Don't forget to explore nearby towns like Lorca and Galera, or perhaps Puebla de Don Fadrique and Vera. For a deeper nostalgic dive, join in our mission to preserve memory by uploading your imágenes antiguas de Vélez-Rubio.
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Vicenta Lorca y todos sus hijos (de izquierda a derecha, Federico, Concha, Francisco e Isabel)
