Gardens of the Casa del Rey Moro

The Casa del Rey Moro has fortunately been reopened to the public after being closed for over thirty years. The gardens and their main attraction, the “Mine”, have been partially restored. Unfortunately the beautiful palace, which was fitted out by the Duchess of Parcent around 1910, is still closed. The three terraces into which the garden is divided have different treatments: the first surrounds the house and has a typically Andalusian feel, with tiled benches, a fountain-pond and tiled paving. A double staircase connects this level with the one immediately below. This is set around an axis dominated by a fountain of white tiles from which a channel runs the entire length of the rectangular terrace. There is a simple pergola attached to a side wall. Forestier's characteristic rose beds are also to be found here. Access to the third level is via another double staircase, which is flanked by a pond. Gravel paths between squares of trimmed hedge lead to the mouth of an old well from which there are panoramic views.