The best traffic-free bike rides in Sierra Mágina

What could be more typical of Jaén than the sea of olive trees. This road is the perfect dose of asphalt and agricultural landscape.

Declared a National Monument in 1931, the cathedral stands on the site of an ancient Roman temple, later transformed into a Visigothic structure and then into a mosque after the arrival of the Muslims. In 1227, it became the cathedral seat under the Marian patronage of the Nativity. It acquired its Renaissance character in the 16th century, after more than half of the building collapsed in 1567. Andrés de Vandelvira and other important Andalusian architects imbued the cathedral with the classical style then prevalent in religious art. Until the end of the century, the temple was transformed piecemeal. The main portal was designed in 1587 by Juan Bautista Villalpando, featuring a relief of the Nativity of the Virgin, sculpted by the Jesuit Jerónimo del Prado from Baeza. The Puerta de la Luna (Moon Gate) is one of the oldest elements of the cathedral, with its distinctive 13th-century polylobed arch. Above it stands the 14th-century Gothic rose window, one of the few elements that survived the collapse of the cathedral in 1567. Therefore, the reconstruction was entrusted to Andrés de Vandelvira, who contributed his mastery to give the cathedral the Renaissance richness it boasts today. The combination of Mudéjar, Gothic, and Renaissance styles allows one to observe the passage of time through its walls, telling its story through each of its architectural styles. In addition to visiting the interior of the cathedral, it is highly recommended to climb the tower, from where you will be rewarded with spectacular views of the town and its surrounding countryside.

The Linares Bullring, also known as the Coso de Santa Margarita, is one of the city's most iconic sites, both for its architecture and its bullfighting history. It was built in 1866 and inaugurated in 1867 with a bullfight featuring bulls from the Miura ranch.

The Pópulo square, also known as Plaza de los Leones (Lions' square), is one of the most emblematic and picturesque corners of Baeza. This square is part of the monumental Renaissance complex that led to the city being declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003.

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Cerro Aznatín de Albanchez is a prominent mountain peak with an elevation of approximately 1,732 metres (5,700 ft), located in the municipality of Albanchez de Mágina in the province of Jaén, Spain. It is one of the three "Aznatín" peaks in the region and is known for its striking appearance, especially when viewed from the east or the Guadalquivir Valley.

The Castillo de Bedmar, also known as the Castillo Nuevo de Bedmar, is a historic fortress located in the municipality of Bedmar y Garcíez in the province of Jaén, Spain. The castle was originally built in the 15th century by the Order of Santiago and served as a defensive bastion against the invasions of the Nasrid Kingdom of Granada. The castle is located in a strategic location in the Sierra Mágina, which made it an important border fortress during the Middle Ages. It has a rich history of conflict between Christian and Muslim rulers, changing hands several times. Today the castle is in a state of disrepair, but it remains a fascinating example of medieval military architecture.

The Parque Natural de Sierra Mágina is a spectacular natural area in the province of Jaén, between Jaén and Granada. The park covers approximately 19,900 hectares, lies at an altitude of between 700 and 2,167 metres above sea level and is known for its rugged limestone mountains, deep gorges and picturesque valleys.