City Centre
A good point to start a sightseeing trip through the city is without a doubt the historic center of town. The Ayuntamiento (Town council) and Correos (Main Post Office) buildings stand out as some impressive sites worth visiting. If you head to the Plaza de la Reina, this large square introduces you into an older part of town with turn-of-the-century buildings and, just beyond that, the historic Old Quarter and the Barrio del Carmen neighborhood. Some of the buildings in this area date from the period of Arab domination of the city and others incorporate the old walls of the city into their structure. The palaces in this part have been restored and turned into luxury restaurants or official government buildings. A walk along the narrow, cobble-stoned streets will give you a flavor for the past, contrasting with the modernity that the many bars, cafés, and clubs that this area boasts.