Once the last frontier of Christian Europe, the snow-white towns sitting atop the rolling hills of Southern Spain are a charming contrast to the hustle and bustle of Seville, Granada and Cordoba. Filled with history and traditions, these towns and villages offer an authentic off the beaten path experience. The towns are not the easiest […]
Guadix and its cave houses: a quick escape from Granada
No one can deny the splendour of Granada and the magnificent Alhambra, but those who want a break from countless tourists can head to the nearby and much more laid-back district of Guadix. The eroded landscape around Guadix alone is enough to justify a visit, but you should not miss the numerous cave dwellings, emblematic […]
Granada: The roots of flamenco
Rich in history and culture, Granada is one of the top tourist destinations in Spain and one of the most vibrant university towns in Andalusia. In addition to the impressive Alhambra, the city is a stone throw’s away from the Sierra Nevada, which offers great skiing options in the winter and great hikes in the […]
The Alhambra palace: The jewel in the crown
Overlooking the city of Granada from the majestic Sierra Nevada, the Alhambra is one of Spain‘s top attractions – and rightly so. For centuries, this saffron castle has been inspiring artists from all over the world – some of the best guitar compositions and poetry were written with the Alhambra in mind. One day inside […]
Best photos of Andalusia (Spain)
A photo collection of our favourite memories from Andalusia (Spain):
