High above the ‘Sotogrande set’ – the hilltop citadel of Castellar de la Frontera (Castellar Viejo)
Rich, green ‘centenarios’ cork oak trees spread out in all directions, spilling down to the edge of the Guadarranque reservoir. …
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Immerse yourself in an Andalusian Spa
The Romans made bathing an integral part of their culture, so understandably when they occupied Iberia they were quick to …
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Canyon country – Rambla de los Yesos, Almeria
Just a quick note about this wonderful hike (PR-A 16), near Alboloduy in Almeria. Put on your hiking boots here for …
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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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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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Eat, Sleep, Love; Cordoba
Intriguing, beguiling, seductive; the Andalusian provincial capital of Córdoba offers a fascinating and indulgent short break High walls, with crumbling …
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Snapshots from Cordoba
Córdoba, capital of its province of the same name, is certainly one of Andalucía’s more mysterious provincial capitals. Not served …
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Arabia in Andalucia – the secrets of Cordoba’s Medina Azahara
Buried for almost a millennium, the ancient palatial city of Madīnat az-Zahrā, probably the most stunning mediaeval Islamic city outside …
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‘The Moor’s Last Sigh’ – revisiting the enigmatic Albaicin quarter of Granada
Granada’s Albaicin district is marking 1000 years of history; an enigmatic quarter that continues to be an inspiration to artists, …
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