San pedro de alcantara, Spain

San pedro de alcantara is a municipality in the province of málaga, in the autonomous community of andalusia, southern spain.
The municipality covers an area of 38.5 km² and as of 2007 had a population of 61,173.
The town is situated approximately 50 km from the city of málaga, on the coast between marbella and estepona, at the foot of the sierra blanca mountain range.
The economy of the municipality is based on tourism and construction.
The municipality includes the following districts:
-san pedro de alcántara
-guadalmina
-los flamencos
-Guadalmina alta
-Guadalmina baja

The town’s name is derived from its Moorish past, when it was known as Banû Sulaymán ibn al-Hakam, after its founder Sulayman ibn al-Hakam, the Umayyad governor of Málaga.
In the early 18th century, the town was renamed San Pedro de Alcántara after its patron saint, Peter of Alcántara.

San Pedro de Alcántara is a popular tourist destination, especially for Spanish tourists. The town has a number of hotels, restaurants and bars.
The town’s main attractions include its beaches.

things you can do in san pedro de alcantara , spain
1. Visit the San Pedro de Alcantara Bullring
2. Stroll along the promenade
3. Take a dip in the sea
4. Visit the San Pedro de Alcantara Castle
5. Shop in the local markets
6. Enjoy the nightlife
7. Sample the local cuisine

– Places yu can visit in San pedro with your mobility scooter
1. The promenade – a great place to take a stroll, relax and people watch
2. The old town – full of character with plenty of shops, bars and restaurants
3. The marina – a beautiful spot to stroll, relax and watch the boats
4. The beaches – perfect for sunbathing, swimming and surfing
5. The golf courses – perfect for a game of golf or just to admire the scenery
6. The theme parks – great fun for all the family