Stroll around the flower laden, villages of Andalucia © Michelle Chaplow
There's a warm welcome waiting in Andalucian inland villages.
Villages & Small Town of Andalucia
The whitewashed villages of Andalucia are impressive historical monuments in themselves, and their people still live according to age-old traditions, inherited from their Iberian, Roman and Moorish forefathers.
Many of the villages near the coast have become fashionable resorts, while still conserving their ancient charm, whereas others, lost in the highlands of Andalucia, remain rough and ready olive-farming towns, with a special appeal for the adventurous travellers.
Most Andalucian towns began as fortresses, which stood along the ever-fluctuating frontier between the Christian and Moorish realms, as is apparent in the names of such towns as "Jerez de la Frontera", "Arcos de la Frontera", "Morón de la Frontera"... Over the centuries, many have developed into thriving agricultural centres producing olive oil, fruit and vegetables and goat's milk.
A selection of quality, reliable villas and cottages in the Ronda mountains and Grazalema Natural Park from Andalucia specialists Rustical Travel.
Great location in Bubion village in the high Alpujarra. A spacious, quality home with breathtaking views. Good restoration work and thoughtful interior design have created a very comfortable home. WiFi internet. Sleeps 2 to 6.
Well-kept country home with panoramic views. Crammed with wonderful corners for outdoor living, and boasting sweeping views, landscaped garden and elegant interior design – this is a four-bed family. Located in the Vega de Granada Those looking to blend a country retreat with access to Andalucía’s exotic highlights will be captivated. Sleeps 7.
Selected, approved Gaucin villas and village houses. Traditional, comfortable, quality accommodation from Andalucia specialists Rustical Travel.
Most Beautiful Villages of Spain
Pueblos más bonitos de España (The Most Beautiful Villages of Spain) is an non-profit association founded in 2010 and born out of the conviction to bring attention to the wonderful villages that dot the Spanish landscape. Places of great beauty that exude history and culture.
There are just over one hundred awarded the title in Spain and 18 are located in Andalucia.
Villages & Small Towns in the eight provinces of Andalucia
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