In the last century the city like many other seafront cities was dominated by industry, in the 21st century however, the city has opened itself up to tourism by proclaiming itself the “Door to the Atlantic”. Huelva, besides having some of the most idyllic beaches in Europe also has a wealth of historic and culture to offer the traveller.
A taste of this you’ll get to discover when you visit such places as the Muelle de Tinto and the gardens, the Casa Colon, the Reina Victoria area or the Monument of Colon. Speaking of taste, the culinary offering in this region is somewhat spectacular with the Jamon Iberico de la Sierra, a typical cured Spanish ham but of a quality here that is hard to beat, there is also the Tuna Almabrada or the Gamba blanca or “white prawn” some people argue that they are the best in the world.
TOURIST ROUTE.
CATEDRAL DE LA MERCED DE HUELVA
Today is use as a university this convent originally built in the 18th century was built in name of Merced. A beautiful baroque style building with obvious colonial influences, it consists of the main praying hall and three other religious study or dorms. The interior is decorated to exquisite detailing with the domes being the most breathtaking works of art. The convent ceased to be in the 19th century to make way to its current standing.
- Address: Plaza de la Merced
- Opening times: Monday to Friday 1900. Sundays and public holidays from 100 till 1200 and 1900.
- Admission free.
IGLESIA DE SAN PEDRO
Built in the 16th century on the site of an ancient mosque it is situated in the oldest part of town. Three halls and a polygonal main worship hall make up this gothic/Muslim structure.
- Address: Plaza de San Pedro
- Opening times: Hours of Worship
IGLESIA DE LA CONCEPCION
Remodelled but still home to most of its original artwork this 16th century church is home to such beautiful pieces from renowned artist such as Antonio Castillo Lastrucci, Antonio Leon Ortega and Hernan Ruiz. The said remodel left its’ mark on the building itself for an interesting mix gothic and baroque design.
- Address: Calle M. Nunez
- Opening time: Worship
SANTUARIO DE NUESTRA DE LA CINTA
Also known as “Ermita de la Cinta” this is one of the most magical places in Huelva. At the end of a street known as “the conqueror” on the outskirts of the city is a beautiful gothic Arabic construction built in the honour of Christopher Columbus. Inside you will find an awesome image of the virgin of the city known as the “little virgin” completed in the 18th century. You will also find here a depiction of the life of Christ done in tile in the 1920’s by Daniel Zuloaga, he also let it be known by his artwork that Columbus himself has passed through here.
- Address: El Conquero
BARRIO OBRERO REINA VICTORIA
At the beginning of the 20th century brought for the mining opportunities available many large companies arrived in the city. One English company so large in fact, that it built a neighbourhood here for its employees. Built in the Victorian style a walk through this neighbourhood could lead you to believe that you were strolling in another country if it was not for the weather. Also interesting to see that the family houses that were built were all different to one another.
Declared as a place of cultural interest as it is the only place in Spain that you can see this type of English architecture.
- Address: Cerro de San Cristobal
LEISURE ACTIVITIES
PUNTA UMBRIA
Some 20 kilometres away from the city of Huelva this is an excellent place for a day trip and with beaches such as Portil, Los Enebrales, or Boya beach you could not need much more to relax. And if beaches are not entirely your thing then you can always visit the Iglesia de Nuestra Senora Lourdes, Almenara tower or the old town to keep you busy.
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