Places of Interest and Visits in Andalucia - Spain
1. At the top of the list of places to visit in Andalucia has got to be the Moorish Palace of Alhambra in Granada. 1,300 years worth of heritage and elegance encompassed in stone!
2. Next up has possibly got to be the Cathedral and La Giralda in Seville. Where Christendom meets the Moors, where triumphalism and heroism meets mysticism, it is all here.
3. Next on the list has to be the palace of Real Alcazar in Seville also.
4. Next on our whistle-stop tour of Andalucia has to be the provincial capital of Cordoba and “La Mezquita”. Once arguably the most important city in Europe, this fact is emphasised by the architectural splendour of “La Mezquita”, the Grand Mosque.
5. Along the coast we find the historic port of Cadiz, said to be Europe’s oldest port and Cadiz still manages to retain some of its aura of mystery.
6. If we then take a look at some of the more regionally based attractions there is Ronda, one of the largest of the so called white villages of Andalucia scattered throughout the region. Ronda is built on a huge tablet of rock spectacularly split in two by the Tajo Gorge. It is alleged that Ronda is the birthplace of the modern approach and style of bull fighting.
7. The coastal region is more commonly known as the Costa del Sol and here you will see everything from some of Spain’s most exclusive resorts where multi million pound yachts can be found in abundance and a short way up the coats you will find some of the more fun packed and lively of Spain’s more family orientated resorts.
8. For the more culturally inquisitive amongst us, in Andalucia you find Baeza and Ubeda and some of the finest Renaissance architecture to be found in historic settings anywhere.
9. To the west of the province you find the vast wetlands and the delta of the Guadalquivir where one of the world’s most important wetland reserves for Wildlife and birds especially is to be found – the Parque Nacional del Cote Donana.
10. Finally, as has been mentioned earlier on in Andalucia is to be found Spain’s highest mountain range, the Sierra Nevada. Europe’s second highest mountain range after the Alps, the Sierra Nevada has the distinction of providing the continents southern most skiing resorts!
Funnily enough, unless you haven’t managed to get the drift there is an enormous amount to do and places to see in Andalucia and it is well worth a visit!
| AQUA PARK, Fuengirola - Family friendly waterpark at the heart of the Costa del Sol. Open May through September. |
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| Bodegas - Jerez -
GONZALEZ BYASS - is an important firm within the world of alcoholic beverages, founded in Jerez in 1835 and dedicated to producing products of the very highest quality. Over 165 years of experience and dedication attest to the quality of our products and our knowledge of the sector. Good judgement and an open mind have allowed us to strengthen our business and achieve growth in order to remain competitive within a changing market. |
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| Doñana National Park - Doñana National Park is a wetland / coastal reserve at the delta of the Guadalquivir River and a major site for migrating birds. The park holds 360 species of birds, in transfer from or to Africa (on the same flyway as Djoudj and Banc d’Arguin). Especially noted are its wintering waterfowl, which number over 500.000. |
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| El Torcal -
The Jurassic age limestone is about 150 million years old and was laid down in a marine corridor that extended from the Gulf of Cadiz to Alicante between the present Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. These seabeds were uplifted to an elevation of over 1300 meters during the Tertiary era, resulting in a modest mountain range of flat-lying limestone, which is rare in Andalucia. Later, a series of fractures, cracks and faults at right-angles (generally NW-SE and NE-SW) were exploited by erosion and produced the alleys between large blocks of limestone visible today. The blocks themselves have been subjected to both dissolution by water (karstification) and freeze-thaw splitting action which, working on the limestone’s horizontal beds, resulted in the various shapes visible today, many of which resemble, and have been named after, everyday objects such as the Sphinx, the Jug, the Camel, the Screw, etc. Other flat surfaces have been karstified into rugged, rocky lands where travel on foot is difficult. |
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| Marine Life. SEA LIFE, Benalmadena - Enjoy an unforgettable experience for the whole family |
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| Nerja Caves - Officially recognised as an historical and artistic monument, Nerja Caves are one of the most important Prehistoric archaeological sites on the western Mediterranean. Dating back some five million years, they are notable for the large chambers filled with stalactites and stalagmites, and the immense length, over 4,000 metres. Each July a festival of flamenco music and dance is held inside the caves. |
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| Racing Circui Jerez - On the 8th December 1985 the dream came true: a track of 4,218 m with 16 curves and a starting straight of 600 m. The opening took place with the celebration of an event of the Turing Car Spanish Championship. On the 29th March 1986 came the first international motorcycle event, inaugurating the facilities of the circuit (pits, working, tower, hospital ...).And finally, the 13th of April, starting flag to the Gran Premio Tío Pepe de España, counting for the 1986 Formula One World Championship, event that Spain had lost back in 1981 and which Jerez regained with all honours. |
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| Refugio de Juanar - Nature and comfort just 20 minutes from Marbella: In the Heart of the Sierra de las Nieves (biosphere reserve), and with all the amenities of a category Hotel (tennis court, direct phone, exclusive restaurant...). In Refugio del Juanar, you will be able to enjoy life nature and pure air like in no other place in the Costa del Sol |
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| The Alhambra Palace, Granada -Overlooking the city of Granada, it stands out as the most famous example of Moorish architecture |
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The Royal Equestrian School, Jerez - The art of horse riding. Horses and Horse riding in Andalucia
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Tivoli world - You'll find a lot of good reasons to visit Tivoli World, having the experience to enjoy a fantastic day in a unique spot on the Costa del Sol. A world of magic and a visit the whole family will enjoy.
You'll enjoy the new exciting rides and a lot of shows at the different squares every weekend, tasting all the gastronomic options in our thematic bars and restaurants, as you enjoy the mingle in the fabulous park environment.
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