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Feria de Sevilla is an unmissable experience if you're visiting Seville at this time. © Michelle Chaplow
Spring in Seville has a special atmosphere, garlanded with the sweet scent of orange blossom and jasmine, and a frisson of excited anticipation, as the city's two most important events take place… More →
Cable Car Benalmadena
The Telecabina takes you on an amazing 15-minute journey in a four-person cable car right up to the highest point on the Málaga coast at an altitude of almost 800m above sea level. From this… More →
Zahara de los Atunes
Although Zahara de los Atunes lies within the municipal district of Barbate, these beaches are so good that they deserve their own dedicated page. Playa de Zahara de los Atunes is one of the most… More →
The Alhambra the most visited UNESCO World Hertitage site In Andalucia © Michelle Chaplow
A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a place (either a natural feature, such as a forest, mountain, lake or desert; or a manmade item, such as a monument, building or city) that is listed by UNESCO (… More →
A bird's-eye view of the Gibraltar Airport Runway
The runway was first established during the Second World War on the southern half of the 'neutral zone'. During the sieges this had been an un-demarcated strip of sand on the isthmus separating… More →
Traditional Spanish Christmas pastries (of the non-"turrón" type) add a special touch to the holidays with their own distinct flavours - and textures!
Traditional Spanish Christmas pastries (of the non-"turrón" type) add a special touch to the holidays with their own distinct flavours - and textures! Here is a look at some of the most popular… More →
One of Andalucia´s most popular Christmas sweets, Almond turrón is an almond nougat made with local almonds and honey
This traditional Christmas candy is becoming more common throughout the year as supermarkets offer it as a standard product. However, it is still associated with the Christmas season where it is… More →
The finest and most highly prized marmalade is made from the Seville orange.
Oranges are big business in Spain. Andalucia topping the charts in production ahead of Valencia since 2019. However, the “naranjo” (orange tree), its blossoms and its fruits have a long tradition… More →
Here are our Top 10 attractions in Andalucia
Andalucia has a rich history - the Moors played a huge part, leaving their mark in extraordinary buildings around the region. Columbus sailed from here, and the natural wonders of Andalucia are… More →
The Archivo de Indias, Originally built as the Casa Lonja de Mercadores in 1573
The Archivo General de Indias is situated next to the Cathedral, on Avenida de la Constitucion. This 16th-century building houses 80 million pages of documents and maps about the Indies (9km of… More →
10 fascinating facts about the city, whether you´re visiting Seville for the first time, you´re a seasoned expert or you live here.
We bring you ten interesting titbits about the Andalucian capital, whether you´re visiting Seville for the first time, you´re already a seasoned expert, or you live here. Find out more about… More →
The 16th-century monastery consists of a magnificent entrance gate with surrounding grounds and lake
This large, walled complex of honey-coloured stone buildings, situated on the Isla la Cartuja (named after the monastery itself; the word means “charterhouse”), has seen many ups and downs during… More →
La Alcazaba is Malaga's most important landmark
La Alcazaba is Malaga's most important landmark, and overlooks the city from a hilltop inland. It is one of two Moorish fortresses in the city, the other being the Castillo de Gibralfaro, situated… More →
Visting the Museo Picasso Málaga © MPM Jesus Dominguez
The people of Malaga are proud of the fact that Picasso was born here and it was a big day when the King and Queen of Spain inaugurated the Museo Picasso (Picasso Museum) on the 27th October 2003… More →
Malaga city, an art-lover´s paradise.
Malaga´s astonishing reinvention of itself, from stopping-off point for beachgoers to artistic mecca of southern Spain, has been triggered by the Picasso museum and followed up by the Centro… More →
This museum is housed in one of Malaga´s most architecturally stunning buildings - the old tobacco factory.
One of the new wave of museums in Malaga - it opened in 2010 as the Automobile and rebranded in 2021 as Automobile and Fashion Museum - this museum houses the private collection of Portuguese car… More →
Columbus visited the chapel before setting sail to the New World.
This whitewashed 15th-century chapel is famous for its associations with Christopher Columbus. Positioned on El Conquero hill, about 3 km north of the city centre, it commands a wonderful view of… More →
Muelle de Riotinto (Río Tinto company dock) © Michelle Chaplow
Although most of Huelva's historic buildings suffered badly in the 1755 Lisbon earthquake, several pre-18th-century churches escaped destruction or were successfully restored. The most famous of… More →
There is a photo on every corner in Frigiliana
Just seven kilometres north of Nerja is the beautiful white village of Frigiliana sits high on a mountain ridge overlooking the sea with spectacular panoramic views.
Calle Barco leads from the main shopping street to the 18th-century Iglesia de San Miguel
Although at first Jabugo is one of the less picturesque villages in the Sierra de Aracena, with abattoirs and factories littering its outskirts to feed the local jamon iberico industry, the old… More →
Cazalla de la Sierra, clockwise: Village from south, monument, antiquities in parish church yard, Plaza del Dr. Nosea, emblems in Town Hall patio.
Cazalla de la Sierra is the second-largest town in the Sierra Norte Natural Park. It boasts one of the finest churches in the Sierra Morena, as well as grand mansions, several monasteries,… More →
The picturesque village of Zahara de la Sierra © Michelle Chaplow
The white village of Zahara de la Sierra has one of the most stunning settings in the province of Cadiz.
The village of Grazalema
Located in a high valley over 800m in the Sierra del Endrinal and dominated by the magnificent rocky outcrop known as Peñon Grande, the pretty mountain village of Grazalema is most popular base… More →
Baelo Claudia, near Tarifa, is one of Andalucia´s most significant and well-preserved Roman archeological sites
Baelo Claudia, near Tarifa, is one of Andalucia´s most significant and well-preserved Roman archeological sites. The extensive ruins are situated on the Costa de la Luz, some 15km north of Tarifa… More →
Zahara de Los Atunes
Zahara de los Atunes is one of the most charming, and fashionable, towns on the Cadiz Costa de la Luz. With a stunning beach, boasting crystal-clear waters and golden sand, Zahara's main advantage… More →
Bolonia beach is renowned for its spectacular sunsets.
The parish church of Santa María de la Asunción dominates the Plaza del Cabildo © Michelle Chaplow
A selection of the main sites in Arcos de la frontera. Many are included in a Ruta Monumental (Monuments Route). Pick up a leaflet at the tourist office.
Vejer de la Frontera, so much to see and do.
If you are exploring the N340 Costa de la Luz coast road, you'd be wise to make time for a wander around Vejer. This classic white village on the hilltop is well worth a visit. It is actually 10… More →
Arco de la Pastora (Arch of the Shepherdess), Medina Sidonia © Michelle Chaplow
Medina Sidonia is an unspoilt, ancient hilltop town, little-known despite its important history. The town was one of Spain's most important ducal seats in the 15th century; producing an admiral… More →
Horseracing on the golden sands of Sanlúcar. Photo Ricardo Jiménez
Every year the beaches of Sanlucar de Barrameda in the province of Cádiz come alive with the pounding of hooves as the famous horse races take over the coast. Traditionally, the races take place… More →
Holy Week, Semana Santa, in Andalucia is an event that literally transforms towns and cities across this region © Michelle Chaplow
Holy Week, Semana Santa, in Andalucia is an event that literally transforms towns and cities across this region. Processions of elaborately decorated floats with Jesus and Mary statues, groups of… More →
The Virgen del Carmen was once known as 'Queen of the Seas'.
Religious icons are hugely popular in Andalucia; they are normally handcrafted from wood and porcelain and spend 99.9 per cent of the year in glass-covered alcoves at the local church. Most are… More →
The Night of San Juan is definitely one of these events. It is a celebration that is usually held on the beach with roaring bonfires, drink, food, and friends
Certain festivals seem to summarise life in Spain, with its love of having a good time in the company of friends and loved ones. The Night of San Juan is definitely one of these events. It is a… More →
La Breña Beach by Ayto de Almodóvar del Río
In 2026 in Andalucia there are two inland beaches awarded with Blue Flags; La Breña Beach, located in Almodovar del Río in Córdoba province and El Encinarejo beach in Andujar in Jaen province… More →
The Spanish Día de los inocentes is similar to April's Fools Day
In Spain, the equivalent of All Fools' Day is “Día de los Santos Inocentes”, which takes place in the middle of the long Christmas season (Spanish Navidad runs all the way through to 6 January,… More →
All Saints' Day follows Halloween - Casares © Brian Gutcher
On 1 November, Tosantos (a contraction of todos los santos, or "all the saints") is celebrated throughout Andalucia, particularly in the villages of Cadiz and Malaga. It is traditional to visit… More →
Excursions from Costa del Sol: Caminito del Rey, Córdoba, Ronda, Jerez, Sevilla © Michelle Chaplow & Kevin George
There are many different excursions from La Costa del Sol offering the perfect opportunities to see the major attractions in Andalucia without the hassle of having to organise it yourself. Coach… More →
The Verdiales celebrations, of dancing and singing can be thristy work © Michelle Chaplow
December 28th, right smack in the middle of the Spanish Christmas season, we have the annual Verdiales competitions taking place right outside Málaga City. The festival will bring together… More →
12 lucky grapes, one for each month of the forthcoming year.
Possibly you thought the Christmas season was over on New Year’s Eve, but in Spain this is just the mid-point of all the celebrating. In this country, the tradition is to have a rather late dinner… More →
The Day of the Three Kings ¡Feliz día de Reyes!
There is quite a debate across Spain regarding whether Santa Claus is displacing the traditional Three Kings at Christmastime in Spain. The truth is that Santa Claus is becoming more and more… More →
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