The Province of Cordoba baths in a wealth of history and tradition. Visiting at any time of the year is an experience and aside from the fascinating architecture there are also some very important and spectacular 'fiestas'. The Cordoba Mezquita and Medina Azahara are ranked as two of the most desirable tourist attractions in Andalucia and even Spain and a short description … [Read more...] about Must see Cordoba sights!
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Seron
The village of Seron is located on the A-334 halfway between Baza (Granada) and Albox (Almeria) in the Almanzora region. The Romans were the first to settle this strategically important area nestled between Sierra De Los Filabres and Sierra De Lucar. The Moors followed in the 8th Century, building the magnificent Nazari castle which dominates the village and the … [Read more...] about Seron
Check out some of Almeria attractions
Almeria City The Alcazaba The provincial capital and port of Almeria is dominated by the cliff-ringed Alcazaba (citadel). The Caliph of Cordoba, Abd al-Rahman III ordered its construction in 955. It consists of three huge, walled enclosures. The first included houses and baths although today it is occupied by lovely gardens. Being the largest of the three enclosures, … [Read more...] about Check out some of Almeria attractions
Castles in andalucia – which are worth visiting?
As my travels continue into Andalucia, I have decided to add some information on the various castles you can find in here. So every time I come across castles in Andalucia I will add it to this section. Castillo de Castellar The first one I have come across is el Castillo de Casteller, (Castellars Castle), is at the very top of a hill in Castellar de la Frontera … [Read more...] about Castles in andalucia – which are worth visiting?
Granada Alhambra – a picturesque palace which commands Granada
The Granada Alhambra The Alhambra (Arabic meaning 'the red') is a picturesque palace which commands Granada from its lofty perch at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. With its history stemming back to the eleventh century the foundations of the Alhambra were built by a jewish 'prime minister' of the then Nasrid leader. However, the Granada Alhambra as we know it today … [Read more...] about Granada Alhambra – a picturesque palace which commands Granada