The most beautiful places in Andalusia
The best of Andalusia
Andalusia is located in the south of Spain and is full of very beautiful places. You will find here countless of castles, palaces, beautiful beaches or natural wonders.
Granada
The most beautiful city of Andalusia
The beautiful city of Granada, located below the Sierra Nevada Mountains, is one of the most visited places in Andalusia. There is also probably the most famous sight of the whole of southern Spain – the Alhambra and the adjacent gardens of Generalife. Then there are, of course, many churches and other historic buildings. But do not count on a super atmosphere because the whole city is literally besieged by crowds of tourists. continue reading
Cordoba
Pearl of Andalusia
Cordoba belongs to the three most visited cities of Andalusia. You will find here a beautiful cathedral-mosque, a stunning Roman bridge and many other sights in the historic city center. continue reading
Sevilla
The largest city in Andalusia
Seville is the capital of Andalusia with more than a million inhabitants. Together with Cordoba and Granada, it is one of the most visited cities in southern Spain. Tourists are attracted here by huge cathedral with the famous Giralda minaret, the Royal Palace, interesting Plaza de Espana. Several sources claim that the highest temperature in Europe – about 50 degrees Celsius – has been measured in Seville. In addition, there are huge crowds of tourists in the off-season. continue reading
El Chorro Gorge
The most interesting gorge of Spain
El Chorro gorge is one of the most interesting and most beautiful gorges in Spain. Throughout the gorge trail leads famous Caminito del Rey, sometimes known as the path of suicide. Since 2015 is again open for tourists! continue reading
Carmona
City of beautiful churches
Not even thirty-five kilometers from the magnificent Seville, is located on the rocky promontory, historic town Carmona. It is famous not only for the castle, the royal palace of Don Pedro, but also for a host of beautiful churches including San Pedro with a huge bell tower and many other sights. Thanks to the close Seville there are surprisingly only relatively few of tourists. continue reading
Cave dwellings in Guadix
One of Andalusia's greatest attractions
One of Andalusia's largest attractions is the cave dwelling in Guadix. These dwellings were built in tufa rocks south of the city center. It is a relatively large area of Barrio de Santiago. You will find here beautifully renovated houses now used as adventure accommodations, but also lanes where the socially weaker people live. The most beautiful views of the whole area and the historical center of Guadix are from a bit of neglected prospects to the south. continue reading
Mulhacén
The highest mountain of the Iberian Peninsula
Mulhacén (3,479m asl) is located in Andalusia, in the south of Spain, in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Mulhacen is the highest mountain in Spain mainland (the highest peak of whole country is Pico de Teide in the Canary Islands). Mulhacen is accessible from three sides. continue reading
Cabo de Gata
Southeastern outpost of Spain
Cabo de Gata is a volcanic peninsula located at the very south-eastern end of Spain. There is a large lighthouse, interesting rock formations and a nice beach. The whole area is interesting not only for tourists but also for cyclists. continue reading
Antequera
The picturesque heart of Andalusia
Antequera located in the center of Andalusia is a very picturesque town full of churches, with a typical castle on a hill. Thanks to nearby motorways, it is very well accessible from the larger and more famous cities of Andalusia. continue reading
Álora
Typical Pueblo Blanco
Only 40 kilometers from the great Malaga lies the very beautifully situated town of Álora. Typical white houses and a castle on a hill in a nice mountainous landscape are one of the typical faces of picturesque Andalusia continue reading
Ronda
Beautiful city on the cliff
The city of Ronda, thanks to its picturesque location on a nearly two hundred meters high cliff and historical monuments, is a popular tourist stop. The biggest attraction of the city is the New Bridge over the gorge. The bull arena and basically the whole old part of town. continue reading
La Calahorra Castle
Mystic Castle under Sierra Nevada
The beautifully symmetrical castle of Castillo de la Calahorra is located on the small hill of Cerro Amesetado (1,240 meters asl) in the northern foothills of the mighty Sierra Nevada. It is the overwhelming dominance of the region, also called Marquesado de Zenete. This building is also interesting because it is the first castle of the Italian Renaissance style outside of Italy. Very interesting is also inside, thanks to the palatial bay courtyard continue reading
Conde de Guadalhorce dam
Little Canada in Andalusia
Just next to the famous Chorro gorge there is another natural jewel – the Conde de Guadalhorce Dam. The landscape around it changes quite quickly its character from the typical Andalusian landscape with olive trees and fields to the countryside that would drop out of its eye to some national park in Canada. There are excellent opportunities for hiking around the surrounding mountains or recreation at the dam. continue reading
Guadix
The city not only of cave dwellings
The district town of Guadix is at first sight like every other city in Andalusia. There is the Moorish alcazaba castle and the nice cathedral with the surrounding historic center. Tourists here are most attracted by the Barrio de Santiago with cave dwellings built in the tuft. Some of them can also accommodate. The beautiful backdrop also makes the ridge of the Sierra Nevada stretching only twenty kilometers to the south. continue reading
Malaga
Air gateway to Andalusia
Malaga is the second largest city in Andalusia. It also famous in the fact that it is the southernmost city of Europe. Thanks to lowcost airlines make it the most frequent gateway to Andalusia for tourists. The city has a nice historic center, a large castle and is located near the beach towns on the coast. So it is definitely worth a visit. continue reading
Tabernas desert
The only one European desert
Tabernas desert, lying in the rain shadow of the Sierra Nevada, is considered the only one European desert. It is a land of barren ridges and arid valleys reminiscent of the classic US badlands. It is possible to take a wide range of nice hikes, if you are fascinated by arid landscape. continue reading
Almería
Eastern tip of Andalusia
Almería attracts tourists mainly with its monumental Arabian castle. In addition, there is a nice cathedral, palm promenade and the long beach Zapillo. It is also a good starting point for the volcanic peninsula of Cabo de Gata or the desert of Tabernas. continue reading
Bolonia Beach
Swimming, dunes and history
Bolonia Beach is a great combination of great swimming, a trip to a huge sand dune and the ruins of a Roman temple. In addition, it is a bit out of the way, so you won't meet many foreign tourists here. In addition, you can stay in the Son de Mar 1 apartment right on the beach. continue reading
Alcaudete
Historic city between olive groves
If you want to explore the smaller historical town in Andalusia, where there are not crowds of foreign tourists, Alcaudete is the right tip. Outside of the pretty square there is a well-preserved castle and a pretty church. continue reading
Conil de la Frontera beach
Beautiful beach with a cliff
The town of Conil de la Frontera is famous for its beautiful beach, surrounded by a long cliff. Due to its location on the Atlantic shore, the water is colder but the swimming is still very good continue reading
Alcalá la Real
City with a mighty fortress
The city of Alcalá la Real is located on an old trade route linking two Andalusian cities – Cordoba and Granada, so it is not surprising to find the huge Moorish fortress La Mota. On the hill of the same name is a huge church, like other city attractions continue reading
Tarifa
The southernmost place of Europe
The town of Tarifa is the southernmost point of mainland Europe with a view to Africa. In addition, there are great „endless“ beaches and a mighty fortress that is worth a visit. continue reading
Calahonda beach
The bay under the mountains
Calahonda is among the more peaceful resorts on Costa Tropical. In the east, it is picturesquely framed by mountains, and to the west the beach extends into the seaside. Road leads along the dramatic coastline to the east from beach continue reading
Tabernas
Centrum of Tabernas desert
Unlike other cities in Andalusia, Tabernas does not have such a fascinating castle or magnificent cathedral, but because it is located in interesting „backdrops“ of the desert of the same name, more like „Badland“, it is definitely an interesting place to visit continue reading
Chipiona
City with a cathedral on the beach
The city of Chipiona is renowned for its two unique properties – the highest lighthouse in Spain and the cathedral standing directly on the beach. At the same time, it is an interesting starting point for Doñana National Park. continue reading
Castro del Río
A town with a picturesque castle
Castro del Río is a small town with a beautiful castle, an interesting church and a traditional picturesque Andalusian white architecture. continue reading
Ardales
Interesting Pueblo Blanco
The city of Ardales is a classic Andalusian pueblo blanco – a white village. It is situated around a significant rock formation on which, of course, the castle remains. continue reading
Gérgal
The starting point for Calar Alto
Small, little-visited town of Gérgal has a beautiful castle and a large church. It is also a good starting point for the Sierra de Los Filabres, especially to the Calar Alto Observatory (2 168 meters above sea level), which is also the highest point of the mountain range. continue reading
