The Benalup-Casas Viejas Guide app is a free tool part of the Unified Digital Street Map of Andalusia (CDAU) project and developed by the Institute of Statistics and Cartography of Andalusia (IECA). This app offers detailed information about Benalup-Casas Viejas, a town with a strong historical and cultural identity located in the province of Cádiz. Its highlights include:
History and Heritage: Highlights include the Parish Church of Nuestra Señora del Socorro, built in a late eclectic style with medieval, Romanesque, and Mudejar influences, and constructed between 1915 and 1930 on the site of a former hermitage. Also noteworthy is the Cueva del Tajo de las Figuras, a shelter with Neolithic and Chalcolithic cave paintings, declared an Architectural-Artistic Monument in 1924. Another key attraction is the Cadiz Prehistoric Interpretation Center, which highlights the key role of this municipality in the study of prehistoric Cádiz. Furthermore, the "Place of the Events of Casas Viejas" is recognized as a Site of Cultural Interest as a historical site, with a commemorative space that recalls the collective memory of the town.
Activities: Among the highlights is A Campo Abierto, a livestock experience: a visit to the El Carrascal estate to learn about bull breeding and horse training, which includes a guided tour and sherry tasting. The Torre de Ben-a-lud, a remnant of Moorish architecture, is also part of the visible heritage of the area.
Local Gastronomy: The local cuisine offers traditional mountain dishes such as game meat (wild boar, partridge, pheasant), tagarnina stew with pringá, chestnut stew, and asparagus in soups or stir-fries. Mushroom culinary workshops are also held as a highlight.
Signature Cuisine and Sensory Experience: Worthy of note is La Fonda de Utopía, located in the historic center: more than a restaurant, it's a cultural space with a cabaret and café-theater atmosphere inspired by the 1930s, which surprises visitors every night with art, music, and signature cuisine. There's also the traditional restaurant El Quinto Pino, in the industrial estate, which offers quality Andalusian cuisine in a family atmosphere.
The app also includes an interactive street map to locate points of interest, bars, and restaurants, making it easier to plan your visit. Immerse yourself in the essence of Benalup-Casas Viejas and enjoy a unique experience with this comprehensive tourist guide.