Almoraima Neighborhood · Castellar de la Frontera

The first documented evidence of population in Almoraima is a watchtower built by the Muslims to transmit alerts of possible invasions. In 1603 the Convent of San Miguel de La Almoraima was built, occupied by friars of the Order of the Merced. In 1868 it became the property of the Duke of Medinaceli, and in 1982 a halt was built exclusively for the Ducal House, which later became the Almoraima station. In 1945 the "Empresa Corchera Almoraima" was created, which promoted the growth of the town, although with precarious housing. In 1962, housing was built for employees, but the population exceeded 1,500 people. After the creation of Nuevo Castellar, many inhabitants moved there, leaving Almoraima with about 200 residents.