Paloma

Paloma is a village located on the coast of Andalusia, Spain, in the province of Granada. Its name translates into English as “dove,” offering the hope of a peaceful stay. Though a largely agricultural community, Paloma was home to the Pescado Pintado Cannery, which became a major source of work for the town. The cannery has been shut down and abandoned since the 1930s, shortly before the start of the Spanish Civil War. The village has seen a renaissance of economic boon since the 90s however, by becoming a slow-paced tourist town with a more relaxed and pastoral atmosphere than the big beaches in Costa del Sol and Mallorca. There are several small short-term apartments and houses for rent, a well-funded public library, and several locally owned cafes and restaurants. Paloma has a rich cultural history and influences of the Islamic Moors, Greek, Romani as well as Castillian and Iberian peoples can be seen in the local architecture, food and celebrations. The crime rate in Paloma is remarkably low, and problems with theft or assault are usually resolved very quickly.