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Manilva Town
Manilva has previously been both a Roman and a Moorish settlement however the current town dates back to the mid-16 century when King
Charles ordered the building of a watch tower to warn of attacks from the Barbary pirates who were persistent in tormenting the southern coast
of Spain. By the end of the century a small community had collected around the tower and was located within the
Municipality
of Casares in 1976 it was given its autonomy and own Villa status.
It has remained mainly Spanish in character and atmosphere, as most of the English and other sizeable nationalities prefer to be on the coast (approx 2 km away) , it therefore still recognises the siesta period where time seems to stand still. The largest building, the Iglesia de Santa Ana, replaced the original church in the 18 century after its predecessor was destroyed by an earthquake. The village has been surrounded by acres and acres of vineyards with Moscatel grapes converted not only to wine but also raisins which can be seen drying on the hillsides during September. However this is s diminishing site as many of those nearer to the coast are being sold for conversion to houses, apartments, shopping complexes and golf courses. |
