Sevilla Province, nestled in the southern part of Spain, stands as an embodiment of the region's rich cultural heritage and historical significance. The province is a mosaic of picturesque landscapes, from the rolling hills dotted with olive trees to the fertile plains that support its agriculture. It's the heartbeat of Andalusia, alive with flamenco rhythms and the fragrance … [Read more...] about Sevilla Province : A Quick Guide to Andalusia’s Heart
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Gibraltar is located on the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula…
While Gibraltar technically doesnÂ’'t form part of Andalucia, the country is very much a part of us. Even though it is British owned, the strong Spanish influence in the culture here is undeniable. With just less than 30 000 people populating the peninsula you will find the friendly and family orientated nature of the people there an overwhelmingly pleasant experience. Rarely … [Read more...] about Gibraltar is located on the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula…
Ubeda
Ubeda, Jaen, Andalucia Known as the capital of the Andalucian Renaissance, this town stands on a hill near the valley of the Alto Guadalquivir. Arab Ubbadat was founded in the 9th century, the period when its walls were built. In its time it became one of the most important towns in Al-Andalus. The Christian armies made several attempts to take the town succeeding in … [Read more...] about Ubeda
The Granada province really is a tourist’s paradise…
Exploring the Granada Province If there is one city that encompasses everything that makes Andalucia the most historically sophisticated and culturally diverse region of Spain it would be Granada. It is a large University City and has been a cradle of knowledge since the dawn of history taking advantage of its numerous occupiers over the centuries. Celts, Phoenicians, Greeks, … [Read more...] about The Granada province really is a tourist’s paradise…
The Great Siege Tunnels Gibraltar
The labyrinth of tunnels known as THE GREAT SIEGE TUNNELS GIBRALTAR is perhaps the most impressive defence system devised by man. Most visitors inevitably come and see the tunnels as they are high up on the list of famous Gibraltar attractions. At the end of the Great Siege of Gibraltar in 1783, the defeated Commander of the French and Spanish troops, the Duc de Crillon, on … [Read more...] about The Great Siege Tunnels Gibraltar