Roquetas de Mar, Andalusia, Spain, is a coastal town located in the province of Almería. The town has a population of around 90,000 people and is known for its beautiful beaches, warm weather, and rich history. The town was founded by the Romans in the 1st century BC and has been ruled by the Moors, the Spanish, and the British at various points in its history. Roquetas de Mar is home to a number of historical sites, including the Castillo de Santa Ana, the Torre de Cerrillos, and the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Rosario.
Famous Persons from Roquetas de Mar, Andalusia, Spain
- Lola Pendande - Born on March 29, 2000 - Basketball player
- Iván Barbero - Born on August 17, 1998 - Association football player
- Eddy Silvestre Pascual Israfilov - Born on August 2, 1992 - Association football player
- Carmen Martín - Born on May 29, 1988 - Handball player
- Diego Clemente Giménez - Born on January 7, 1978 - Politician, and Architect
- Eloisa María Cabrera Carmona - Born on April 17, 1971 - Politician
- Juan López Martín - Born on July 10, 1929 - Theologian (died: July 28, 2008)