What does the Camino mean to you? – Spain’s Camino de Santiago
In less than two months time, ‘god willing’, I will be in Galicia, starting the walk of my life, a …
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In search of the elusive Iberian Lynx – La Donana National Park
Stretching from the pilgrimage village of El Rocío, east to the city of Sanlúcar de Barrameda, and down to the …
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Five of the best villas and cortijos in Andalucia
Contrary to perceived wisdom, Andalucia is so much more than package holidays and all-inclusive resorts. With Europe’s best climate, stunning …
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World Sherry Day – rediscover an old favourite
This week I came across a web site dedicated to the World Sherry Day. The site says, ‘World Sherry Day …
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Get ready for May in Andalucia!
As a resource, I just wanted to quickly detail some of the forthcoming cultural fairs and events in Andalucía. Feria …
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Snapshots from the past – Alcala al Real, one of Spain’s great citadels
There in the distance, beyond the blossoming cherry trees, was our first glimpse of the citadel; an ancient walled city; …
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First Communion – Catholic rituals and traditions in modern Spain
Spain is so often quoted as one of the most Catholic countries in Europe. That may be true, yet this …
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Malaga’s 16th Festival of Film
Running till Saturday 27th, is the 2013 Malaga Film Festival, with screenings Cine Albeniz, Cervantes Theatre, and the Echegaray Theatre. …
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Baroque fountains, rococo doorways and Andalusian geraniums… in Priego de Cordoba
Spring is without doubt one of the best times to enjoy Andalucia, and especially Cordoba province. Priego de Cordoba, the …
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A former frontier between two worlds – the ‘Sacred Empire’ of Montefrio, Granada
The view from the mountain road as you enter the valley is impressive. Turn another bend and there, perfectly framed …
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