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Fresh meat, fish and vegetables may also be purchased at the old, but recently renewed, indoor-market, in the centre of town. Whether you agree with the sport or not the museum presents a colourful spectacle. Unfortunately it is not easy to find. To see more of the castle, walk around the actual calle Castille , where the wall meets the road. The complex is up the hill on the left. Horse lovers also have the pick of facilities in Estepona with several riding schools that teach students of all ages and abilities. Estepona, like all other Andalusian towns, takes the opportunity to celebrate and party as much as possible. He also built new defensive towers along the coast, since, although they had been expelled from Estepona and their domination of the Peninsula was effectively over, the Arabs - mainly Berbers - were still perceived a problem. This is also the place for party goers to drink and dance in many different bars and discos. Estepona has seven such towers that remain to this day. Some of Moorish origins others from the Christian re-conquest but all with the purpose of looking out for invaders from the South. You will not be disappointed. The bull ring , on the outskirts of the town, has four museums in it one of which has an interesting collection of bullfighting memorabilia. Set in the foothills of Los Reales the park preserves the natural fauna and flora of the area. Autumn, preferably after the first rains, when it is cooler, is the best time to appreciate the foliage. Pride of place goes to the or so fossils representing species of flora and fauna dating back to the Pliocene era, all from the Estepona area. Punta Pinillos : 1. Once it was a Franciscan monastery, the hermitage of Vera Cruz and later it became for a time the hospice of La Purisma. It became so after the Moorish defeat, and the site around Plaza de las Flores was not inhabited again until the end of the 18th century, when the town began to grow once more, breaking out of the castle walls to spill down the hillside like a slow stream of lava. Golfing is one of the things you can do in Estepona, although there is a great range of different sports facilities there. El Castor : 2 km long dark sand and stone. The original was found during the excavations for the toll road a couple of kilometres away and it was carefully moved to Los Pedregales and reconstructed to house a small museum. Dark and volcanic sand and many facilities. In Estepona you can find a range of shops in the town center selling your usual household items, groceries and tourist gifts. There are three main festivals:. After a few kilometres take the road right signposted Estepona. The museum is rightly considered to house one of the most important collections in Andalucia and Europe and is well worth a visit, only space prevents me eulogising. Pirate raids were not uncommon and if not wildly destructive, at least a great irritant. Costa Natura is one of the most famous nudist beaches areas in Spain, and attract also national tourism. Settle down beneath the shady trees and just enjoy the peace. Casares is the little typical white Andalusian town set on a hillside and you can find out how to get there from the tourist office in Estepona. They have lasted the centuries with remarkable strength. Since , however, the site was established as a sacred building. The festival of the Virgen del Carmen is celebrated on the July 16th when a statue of the virgen is carried out to sea and back on fishing boats. Scientists and enthusiasts from all over the world arrive here to study the exhibits. Costa Natura :Really quiet and nudist area. With 17 beaches to choose from, visitors can either relax in the sun or take part in numerous activities such as children's play areas, pedalos and beach volleyball. Other fossils are from Andalucia and the rest of the world and together show evolution as a whole from the earliest life forms to those of the present day, well almost. The centrepiece of the garden is a rusting old cannon, which was once part of the castle's defences. Dotted around the park are barbeque areas. Of course the ring is still used for its original purpose and from the museum you can see the underground passages, doors and rope and pulley systems used to control the bulls. The San Luis Castle There is little left to see of the great castle which once stood at the heart of Estepona, and what remains is not now readily apparent, but it is possible to trace the ruins around the high ground. Talking about nightlife in Estepona , you should definitely start it in the popular Plaza de los Flores and also visit the port. The hermitage building was built at the beginning of the 19th century, with records dating back to It is believed that this hermitage was at first constructed for lepers who were encouraged to reside out of town. It also has some facilities like showers, clothing, rescue module with hammocks and beach. There is also a delightful stream running through the park that is ideal for paddling. There you can enjoy kids play areas, exercise equipment, statues, fountains, rides, restaurants and shops. Dark sand. The entrance is a few kilometres on the left. When the square was being renovated in the s, fragments of Roman and Moorish pottery were uncovered, confirming that the original town had not been limited to site of the later castle alone. From the east take the A7 to Estepona and leave at the exit for the poligono.{/INSERTKEYS}{/PARAGRAPH} Estepona has a fantastic promenade that runs the length of the town. Handicap access. A large variety of fish are auctioned off but you must be there by 6am as it tends to be finished by 7am. Estepona port also has two supermarkets : Supersol, that provids fresh produce, meat and seafood and an Opencor, that is open 24 hours, where you can find a selection of convenience style foods. For those who want a bit of culture, newly opened this year is a replica of a Bronze Age dolmen. There are a number of small Plazas or squares next to Calle Real, on which numerous restaurants can be found. Until forty years or so ago, the building was a hospital - the Hospital de la Caridad de las Madres Carmelitas Terciarias. The Wednesday market featured clothing as well as food and vegetables and the Sunday market at the port is a place for "touristy" type of goods. Most popular beach with all types of equipment. For the early risers the fish market at the harbour is an interesting sight. Perfect for those who cannot walk far yet enjoy the wild. Los Pedregales park is a family day out so load the car with kids, football, dogs, barbeque, food and a good book. Los Pedregales park is one of Estepona's secrets. For those looking for an inexpensive retreat then check out the camping site or the new purpose built wood chalets. The mild, dry winter climate make it a pleasure to play golf all through the year. The existing walls probably date from the 16th century, though they may incorporate some earlier stonework, possibly Moorish. Rada beach : in the centre of Estepona, 2 minutes East of Estepona Port. If you're looking for fast food, then there is a McDonald's restaurant at the edge of the town, close to Carrefour, and a small Burger King located along the main seafront promenade. From the flats, a path winds back to the plaza and garden behind the market. Older children may appreciate a game of patanka in the purpose built patanka pit or a game of football on one of the smooth grass areas. La Ermita del Calvario is located in a little visited section just outside inland of the town. Turn right at the roundabout just before the promenade and then after about metres, right again up Avenida de Toledo. Do not worry that it is getting late on in the year the park is incredibly hot during the summer. The effect is curious and not entirely satisfying, although this is undoubtedly an impressive building in many ways. If you do not have your own use one of the brick built affairs provided for you. In the square you will find the Casa de la Cultura , which is itself worth a visit, and contains a good library. To keep the kids amused there is a large children's play area and a small venta from which you can buy ice cream, drinks etc. Museum of Palaeontology is a place not to be missed. Very much like the gladiatorial pits beneath the Roman theatre at Medina. Hardy types, on warm days, can also take advantage of the new swimming pool and paddling pool that was finished this year. The collection is so complete that it is possible to see the evolutionary paths taken by individual species, even their original colouring is retained in some examples. Paths wend their way between the natural outcrops and the flowers, shrubs and herbs that you would expect to find in the more remote regions of Andalucia surround you. Most restaurants are located near the seafront, either along the main promenade adjoining the sea or along Calle Real. The small local shops offer locally made produce and goods, but you can also find boutiques with contemporary international clothing brands. Estepona Port offers various restaurants and bars where you will be served everything from traditional Spanish to specialty regional cuisine. What is left is either hidden by 19th century town houses, or has been blasted away to facilitate the construction of a block of flats. The Centro Deportivo Jose Ramon de la Morena is a sport and fitness complex with a gym and an undercover, full size swimming pool. Its construction followed the seizing of the town in by Enrique IV. This beach is sheltered from the wind. If you do intend to use any of the courses do remember to bring your handicap certificate with you as it will be almost impossible to find a course which does not require it. There is a great selection of chiringuitos along the Coast including Blue Dolphin on the approach to Estepona, Heaven Beach and more up-market ones like Tikitano or the Laguna Village complex which houses numerous shops restaurants and the stylish Puro Beach Club. Its the bull ring at the west end of town. It has a rescue module, showers and snack bar, just after a right-hand lane that leads to a parking area next to a watchtower or beacon tower of Muslim era that we see so often in Costa del Sol shores. The church is an odd mixture of American colonial architecture and rococo, and in the entrance archway stands a statue of the Virgin Mary with a relief showing the sun, moon and stars. {PARAGRAPH}{INSERTKEYS}There are two toll stations en route and toll charges vary throughout the year. The port is also the location of the Estepona street market - a collection of stalls selling numerous textile and leather goods mostly. Take the road from Carrefour towards Estepona.