Sitting in a spectacular sheer cliff, Arcos de la Frontera is a picturesque town full of reminders of the Arab period. It was the Arabs who founded Medina Ar-Kosch as a defensive strong-point. This inheritance has left a pattern of steep, narrow streets on a rocky promontory with the river Guadalete winding at its feet. Arcos de la Frontera is a very striking Andalucian … [Read more...] about Arcos de la Frontera, Cadiz
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Village of Castellar de la Frontera
Castellar de la Frontera Located up in the hills of Castellar is the picturesque castle of the region. Inhabited by hippies it is a reminder of the dramatic history and events that have passed. Castellar de la Frontera is a lovely pueblecito blanco (white town) within the Cadiz province. It is a strange old town up on a hillside and is situated within a castle known as el … [Read more...] about Village of Castellar de la Frontera
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…
Grazalema is a pretty, picture-postcard village in Andalucia
Grazalema is a pretty, picture-postcard village with steep, cobbled streets nestling in a corner of beautiful mountains beneath the craggy peak of San Cristobal. Plaza de España, the main square is the heart of the village, and is overlooked by the handsome 18th century Iglesia de la Aurora. The village centre has Roman and Muslim remains, and is one of the best examples … [Read more...] about Grazalema is a pretty, picture-postcard village in Andalucia
Charming white village Manilva, situated in the Malaga province of Andalucia
Manilva is surrounded by scores of vineyards. Every available parcel of land has been given over to the cultivation of grapes for which this town is famous. Although small, it is worth a visit with the towns' focal point being its church. Situated in Plaza Iglesia, the church was constructed in the late 18th century by master builder Don Felipe Perez, the funding being … [Read more...] about Charming white village Manilva, situated in the Malaga province of Andalucia