The Spanish Wild West As crazy as it might sound. There is no better place to experience the Wild West than in Tabernas, Spai n. At this spot more than 30 Western Movies where filmed. Spain has a long tradition of producing quality films that have been exported worldwide. The first major film was made by director/producer Luis Buñuel in 1927, but it wasn't until the 1960s that movies became big business in Spain. This period saw several notable directors such as Sergio Leone. During this time many famous westerns were shot at this location, however in recent years we have seen less emphasis placed upon these particular genres so now only occasionally do we see movies being made here. Desierto de Tabernas is located in the province of Almeria in Spain, between the towns of Almeria and Tabernas. The desert town sits on a narrow strip of land between Mediterranean Sea and mountain ranges. This area has some great hiking trails, it provides an escape from city life for those who want t...