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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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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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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Enjoying the best of Andalusian nature, through adventure
Some exciting ways to enjoy the natural wonders on the Malaga and Granada provinces. Andalucía offers Europe’s most varied landscape …
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Caves, canyons, castles…and croquetas – a day out in Ardales & Teba
It was an early start this chilly Sunday morning. Our first stop was to meet our guide at the visitor …
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Parador – Antequera
Just a quick note about the Parador at Antequera; it’s a favourite of ours. We first discovered it when work …
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Casarobonela – the Hidden Andalucia beyond the tourist trail
A cold beer, a glass of Rioja, and three tapas…how much do you think that should set you back? 10 …
Read MoreSierra Nevada – ski & boarding in Andalucia
So we've arrived up in the ski resort of Sierra Nevada, which sits at about 2,400 metres. There are stunning …
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Sorolla – Gardens of Light – Jardines de Luz – Alhambra & Generalife Complex, Palace of Charles V – until 14 October 2012
In 1908 Joaquin Sorolla, the Valencian painter, came to Andalucía for the first time. The light was something totally new …
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