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This page provides information about annual festivals taking place in Albuñol each year.

This is a cylindrical watchtower from the Moorish period with a circular base and a diameter of 3.95 metres.

There can be few better ways to appreciate the sheer beauty of the Andalusian countryside than from a hot air balloon. Combine this bird's eye view with the tranquility and peace derived from being high above humanity - with just the clouds for company - and it is not difficult to see the appeal of the sport.

Travesía Alameda, 65
04600, Huércal-Overa (Almeria)

Built as a resort town to accommodate the huge influx of tourists that descend upon the Costa Almería during the summer period, Almerimar has no shortage when it comes to hotels and accommodation. Most hotels here have swimming pools and are built in a resort style, located very close to the sandy beaches.

Even though Andalucia has a vast and rich gastronomic offering, some times living in Andalucia, or coming here on holiday, expats and visitors crave the home comforts such as ye olde fish’n’chips. The coastal areas of southern Spain, in particular the Costa del Sol, has numerous establishments offering everything from cod and chips, haddock and chips, scampi and chips, and fish cakes, to burgers.

Estepona is a rare coastal destination - one of the few towns on the Costa del Sol to have retained its character and traditional feel, despite the influx of tourism in this part of Andalucia. The casco antiguo (old town) is what you'd expect from a picturesque Andalucian town - narrow, cobbled streets lined with beautiful stone houses and plazas, and walls ablaze with vibrant colour from the large variety of flora.

There is a bus service from Otívar to Almuñecar and Granada using the bus company, Grupo Fajardo.

There is a bus service from Dílar to Granada using the local bus company.

Luis Montoya Garcés, or Tio Luis el de Juliana, as he was artistically known, was a gypsy water carrier who was born in Jerez de la Frontera in 1760, and he is the first recorded singer in the poorly documented history of the flamenco song.

Festivals in Armuña de Almanzora: Cabalgata Reyes Magos, La Candelaria, Semana Santa, Corpus Christi, San Marcos and Fiestas en Honor a la Virgen de Rosario.

In addition to the abundance of resort-style hotels, Conil de la Frontera also has many different self-catering accommodation options, including apartments and villas. The apartments are dotted all over town, some with views of the coast and the Mediterranean, and others with city views. Most have easy access to the beach and either a private or communal swimming pool - perfect for summer fun.

Sports in Marbella. A round up of some of the many sports that are popular in Marbella.This includes tennis, padel tennis, SUP, football, walking and hiking, boot camps, Sports centres, Marbella Gyms and Fitness centres, wakeboarding and cableski.

In June 2013 Antonio Maillo (49, Lucena Cordoba) became the Coordinator General of the IULV-CA replacing Diego Valverde. The party was formed in 1984 with the objective to transform Andalucia into a left-wing alternative. It has 10,000 militants and more than 1000 local council members with 86 mayors.

Guy Hunter-Watts, walking expert and prolific author of walking guides who has led countless groups on walks through the breathtaking landscapes of Andalucia, has found his adopted home in Andalucia,

Popular festivals in Bérchules are Santo Cristo de la Misericordia, San Pantaleón, Fiesta de San Marcos, Semana Santa and Romería de San Isidro.

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver visited Estepona for the Virgin del Carmen Festival. Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver visited Estepona for the Virgin del Carmen celebrations in 2009 during the filming of Jamie Does Andalucia, part of the Jamie Does TV series on Channel 4, broadcast in 2010.

Festivals in Vera: Cabalgata Reyes Magos, San Antón, Carnavales, Día de la Vieja, Semana Santa, Fiestas Patronales en honor a Nuestra Señora de la Santísima Virgen de las Angustias, Romería de la Virgen de las Huertas.

Zahara's Costa de la Luz clear waters and long sandy beaches make this coastal destination a perfect stop for those interested in watersports like diving, kite and wind surfing. Tarifa is just a short drive away, with its' lively nightlife and laid back atmosphere, characteristics that Zahara is also well known for.