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Canjáyar

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Canjáyar is an agricultural town in Almería province, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, Spain. It is situated along the river Andarax in the Alpujarra region of Almería 47 kilometers from the provincial capital, Almería. The mild climate in Canjáyar makes it a year-round tourist destination. Canjáyar is found at the foot of Sierra Nevada, looking over into the Sierra de Gádor. Surrounded by orchards, which are themselves served by a system of hundred year old aqueducts.

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The town has held a yearly Holy Cross festival on April 19 since 1601.

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Coat of arms of Canjáyar
Province
Almería
Autonomous community
Andalucía
Population (INE 2025)
1,139
Altitude
608 m
Area (IGN)
67.6 km²
Postcode
04450
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