Indalo Spain
Posted in Uncategorized on 02/04/2007 06:22 am by admin
Indalo Spain
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US $65.00
What is an Indalo?
The Indalo is a symbol or the shape of a figure holding a rainbow in outstretched arms. Some say it is derived from the famous Indalo Man of Spain - as depicted in the cave paintings discovered in Almeria in the late 19th Century, dating back 4,500 years. But, in reality, this is just one example of the Indalo shape that has been found in many parts of the world. Archaeologists and anthropologists believe it represents the search by primitive man for wisdom and truth in the universe although others say that it is more indicative of a man reaching up to the Holy Spirit and receiving the Lord's grace.
And it is unclear whether the origin of the word itself is San Indalecio - a 1st Century AD saint who was sent by Rome to evangalise the Iberian Peninsular (and who was martyred just outside Almeria city), or the much more ancient symbol as typified by the cave paintings. Either way, the little lucky charm is considered a guardian angel (a bit like a St. Christopher) and is widely believed to represent a messenger from God ("In Deus" means "According to God" in Latin and "Indal Eccius" is supposed to have a similar meaning in ancient Iberian). In various parts of the world it is considered extremely lucky and it is used extensively as a good luck charm, amulet or talisman to ward off evil and bring good fortune, prosperity and happiness to its bearer.
In Spain, the Indalo caves were declared a National Historical Monument in 1924 - and are now a site of UNESCO World Heritage. The Indalo is the symbol of the whole region of Almería and, in particular, a small village pueblo called Mojácar - reputedly called a "Village of Witches" because of its supposed flirtation with faith-healing, spells, and magic brews over many years. This pueblo, in the south east corner of Spain, with winding streets and with the warm waters of the Mediterranean lapping at its beach front resort, is now the adopted home of Indalo Man and you can see the lucky symbol wherever you go.
The rainbow is the bridge between the physical and the spiritual worlds, and in folklore, particularly in North America, amongst the ancient Indian Tribes like the Cree, legend foretells when the Great Spirit will once again rise up and the "Rainbow Warrior" will lead the world to freedom.
As for St. Indalecio himself, venerated as the patron saint of the whole of Almería, emissaries of Sancho Ramírez, King of Aragon and Navarre, moved the relics of "Indaletius" to San Juan de la Peña near Jaca in the north of the country in 1084, and some of these relics still rest in an urn under the main altar of the cathedral of Jaca. Thanks to the efforts of Bishop Rosendo Álvarez Gastón some relics were returned to Almeria and placed under the altar of the Cathedral of the Incarnatio (as well as and at the Conciliar Seminary of San Indalecio de Almería). Saint Indalecio's feast day is May 15, when a solemn procession moves through the city.
I have spent much time studying this little lucky symbol / talisman and, as a Portrait Artist, decided to paint different forms of the Indalo in my work. This can be seen on my Indalo Art website www.indaloart.com
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Tryp Indalo Almeria $63.45 Tryp Indalo Almeria > LEI > Avenida Del Mediterraneo, Del 310 > Almeria > > 4006>Location. This Almeria property is situated near the beach, close to Almeria Archaelogical Museum and Almeria Cathedral. Features. Tryp Indalo Almeria has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Room service is available during limited hours. Business amenities at this 4.0 star property include wireless Internet access and meeting rooms for small groups. This 4.0 star property provides an airport shuttle (surcharge). Business amenities at this 4.0 star property consist of conference rooms and banquet facilities. The staff can arrange concierge services, wedding services, dry cleaning/laundry services, and translation services. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and air conditioning in public areas. Guestrooms. 186 guestrooms are available at Tryp Indalo Almeria. Business friendly amenities include direct dial phones. Bathrooms feature bathroom phones, bidets, and hair dryers. Amenities featured in guestrooms include air conditioning, minibars, and in room safes. Additional amenities offered include electronic/magnetic keys, climate control, and welcome amenities. Guestroom services include wake up calls. >The preferred airport for Tryp Indalo Almeria is Almeria (LEI) 6.7 km / 4.1 mi. Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property’s location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometre. |
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Hotel Indalo Park $56.58 Hotel Indalo Park > > Avenida del Mar 19 > Santa Susanna > > 8398>Location. This spa property is located in Santa Susanna. Features. Hotel Indalo Park has an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a sauna, and a children's pool. This 3.0 star Santa Susanna property features spa services. Hotel Indalo Park has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. The staff can arrange dry cleaning/laundry services. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, air conditioning in public areas, and a pool table. Guestrooms. Amenities featured in guestrooms include air conditioning and televisions. Notifications:Additional fees and deposits may be charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. > Barcelona Airport (BCN) : Approximate driving time is 45 minutes and distance is 59 kilometres (37 miles). The airport train station is a short walk from the terminals, via a covered walkway. From here, take the train to Santa Susanna station (costing around €2.30 each way) and the hotel is a short distance away. Alternatively, taxis are available in front of the airport terminals and will cost approximately €114 to the hotel. Driving directions from Barcelona Airport: Head towards Girona on the C 32 highway and after approximately 45 minutes leave at the exit signposted Calella, Pineda and Malgrat. Santa Susanna is the next town after Pineda. |
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TRYP Indalo Almeria $124.47 Located in Almeria, TRYP Indalo Almeria is near the airport and close to Almeria Archaelogical Museum, Church of Our Lady of the Sea, and Almeria Cathedral. Additional points of interest near this hotel include Almeria Beach and Alcazaba. Hotel Features. TRYP Indalo Almeria's restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge is open for drinks. Room service is available during limited hours. The hotel serves hot and cold buffet breakfasts in the breakfast area (surcharges apply). Recreational amenities include a fitness facility. This 4 star property offers small meeting rooms, technology support staff, and audio visual equipment. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas and the hotel has an Internet point. This Almeria property has 2.000 square meters of event space consisting of a conference center, banquet facilities, conference/meeting rooms, and exhibit space. For a surcharge, shuttle services include a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request), a beach shuttle, a ferry terminal shuttle, and a shopping center shuttle. Business services, wedding services, concierge services, and translation services are available. Guest parking is available for a surcharge. Additional property amenities include a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/caf?, and laundry facilities. Guestrooms. 186 air conditioned guestrooms at TRYP Indalo Almeria feature minibars and safes. Accommodations offer city views. Beds come with down comforters. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and handheld showerheads. They also offer bidets, makeup/shaving mirrors, and hair dryers. Wired high speed Internet access is complimentary. In addition to desks, guestrooms offer direct dial phones. Televisions have satellite channels. Rooms also include windows that open and blackout drapes/curtains. Guests may request irons/ironing boards, wake up calls, and bathrobes. A nightly turndown service is offered and housekeeping is available daily. Notifications and Fees:A resort fee is included in the total price displayed There are no room charges for children 12 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. All guests staying in hotel guestrooms must be registered with the hotel. No pets, including service animals, are allowed at this property. The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. Self parking fee: EUR 11 per night (in/out privileges)Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30 per vehicle (roundtrip)Buffet breakfast fee: EUR 9 per person (approximate amount) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Notifications and Fees:A resort fee is included in the total price displayed There are no room charges for children 12 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding. All guests staying in hotel |
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