Gorafe Megalithic Park
More than 200 prehistoric funerary monuments
they await you in a landscape
that seems taken from another planet
Imagine walking among tombs built more than 5,000 years ago, in a desert, silent and magical environment. That is exactly what the Gorafe megalithic park offers, a unique enclave in Europe that houses one of the most important sets of dolmens on the continent.
What is the megalithic park
of Gorafe and why
is it so special?
Located in the province of Granada, the park has more than 240 dolmens distributed in 10 necropolises, preserved in an almost intact environment. It is more than an archaeological site: it is a trip to the past that connects you with the first people who inhabited the peninsula.
Guadix Megalithic Park
Gorafe Dolmens: 240 prehistoric tombs that connect you with the past
The term “Gorafe dolmens” refers to the megalithic funerary structures that you will find throughout the park. They were built between 3000 and 2000 BC. by agricultural and livestock communities. Each dolmen is made up of large stone slabs that formed a chamber where members of the community were buried along with ritual objects.
Dolmen of the Majadilla de Hélago
Dolmen of the Llano de Olivares
Las Casas Dolmen
What to see and do in the Gorafe megalithic park
The Interpretation Center and its exhibition on megalithism
Here the tour begins. A multimedia experience explains how these ancient people lived, worked and buried their dead.
Hiking between dolmens: recommended routes
The park has several marked paths that allow you to explore the different necropolises on foot. The most popular routes are:
Barranco de las Majadillas Route
Llano de Olivares Route
Route of the Viewpoints
Viewpoints and landscapes around Gorafe
From the trails you can access spectacular views of the Coloraos Desert, a geological landscape of great beauty and natural value.
Why visit the Gorafe megalithic park if you are passionate about history?
If you are a lover of archaeology, prehistory or simply looking for a different plan surrounded by nature, this place will impress you.
Unlike other closed or inaccessible sites, in Gorafe you can walk freely among the dolmens, read explanatory panels and live a real and direct experience.
Furthermore, its integration with the landscape of the Granada Geopark makes it a perfect enclave to combine nature, culture and sustainable tourism.
Gorafe Megalithic Park
How to get to the megalithic park
from Gorafe from Granada or Guadix
The park is located in the municipality of Gorafe, north of the province of Granada, within the Granada Geopark. From Granada capital, you can get there by car in approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. If you come from Guadix, the journey is about 35 minutes. There is free parking next to the Megalithism Interpretation Center, from where the main routes depart.
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