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Alcazar   Sevilla

Alcazar, Sevilla

 137 Reviews  Surrounded by the cathedral, the Alcazar and the Royal Archives of India, this wide square is the main hub of all touristy movements in Seville. It has an image of the Virgin in the centre, but its... 

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THE ALHAMBRA   Granada

THE ALHAMBRA, Granada

 270 Reviews  Tickets for the Alhambra were sold out for the entire month when we started queuing on 10 Apr 2011. A limited number of same day tickets was still available for the Generalife gardens. However,... 

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Alcazaba   Málaga

Alcazaba, Málaga

 41 Reviews  The meaning of the name in Arabic is citadel. It was built in 11th century by Moors, from what was a large Roman fort beforehand. The castle gradually climbs the hill for about 300 feet, and connects... 

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Calle San Miguel   Torremolinos

Calle San Miguel, Torremolinos

 7 Reviews  This year, I visited torremolinos again. I have gone from many years to torremolinos cause it´s got a lovely weather and it´s a small town so you can walk and see everything. In San miguel street,the... 

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Old Town   Marbella

Old Town, Marbella

 63 Reviews  Marbella's old town is very lovely with a lot of narrow streets with white houses, statues, fountains and churches. It contains a lot of small, interesting shops and I noticed how impeccable and... 

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Beaches & Seafront   Cadiz

Beaches & Seafront, Cadiz

 21 Reviews  By shortly after 1 PM we were aboard our ferry again and soon on our way back across Cadiz Bay. Although there was still quite a cool breeze out on the open water, we passed two or three small open... 

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Cathedral / Mosque   Córdoba

Cathedral / Mosque, Córdoba

 121 Reviews  The Great Mosque at Córdoba is one of the world's architectural wonders, the most striking example of Islamic art in the West and also one of lasting importance because of its technical and aesthetic... 

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Cuevas - Caves   Nerja

Cuevas - Caves, Nerja

 20 Reviews  Wednesday, March 21, 2001 While in Nerja, a must see activity is to visit the CUEVA DE NERJA the Nerja Caves, a 3000 years old cave with colossal Stalactites. Hans and I thoroughly enjoyed going... 

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Bodegas   Jerez de la Frontera

Bodegas, Jerez de la Frontera

 38 Reviews  If you like sherry or indeed like free tastings of alcohol then Jerez will float your boat. There are sherry bodegas all over the place from huge places to small shop like operations. It's fun just to... 

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Sohail Castle   Fuengirola

Sohail Castle, Fuengirola

 6 Reviews  The castle El Castillo Sohail has got an interesting story. It is located on a hill at the outskirt of Fuengirola and is 38 meters above sea level. The Carthaginians and Romans occupied it... 

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Alcazaba   Almería

Alcazaba, Almería

 12 Reviews  The Alcazaba complex is entered through a watchtower that leads to the Puerta de la Justicia via some paved steps lined with a fine array of flora. Mauve bougainvillea, prickly pear, aloe vera,... 

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Cathedral   Sevilla

Cathedral, Sevilla

 164 Reviews  The only things that remain from the mosque built in the 12th century and replaced by the cathedral are the tower - Giralda - and the adjacent cloister, called Pateo de los Naranjos because it is all... 

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THE ALHAMBRA: NASRID PALACES   Granada

THE ALHAMBRA: NASRID PALACES, Granada

 173 Reviews  The Patio of the Lions (Patio de los Leones) is probably the most famous place of the Alhambra. It is so called because of the twelve lions that throw jets of water and which are part of the fountain... 

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Gibralfaro Castle   Málaga

Gibralfaro Castle, Málaga

 28 Reviews  The name has a meaning of "rock of light" that signified a previous lighthouse built by Phoenicians of this spot. The fortress that was built in 1300's to further protect the gentry of the Granada... 

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Beaches   Torremolinos

Beaches, Torremolinos

 17 Reviews  This next section was my favourite stretch of beach, we had left Playa La Carihuela and drifted onto Playa de Montemar. With its palmiere and colourful wooden boats, I was enticed off of the... 

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Beaches and Promenade   Marbella

Beaches and Promenade, Marbella

 30 Reviews  I saw a photo of the elephants in Marbella on a VT-member's page and decided on that I had to see this. Carmen took me down to the beach to see these elephants. There are several elephants, one on... 

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Cathedral   Cadiz

Cathedral, Cadiz

 30 Reviews  Cadiz Cathedral was planned as a Baroque cathedral in the 18th century but was started in 1838, so the style was changed, incorporating more Neoclassical elements. Several Spanish noblemen are buried... 

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STREETS AND PATIOS OF CÓRDOBA...   Córdoba

STREETS AND PATIOS OF CÓRDOBA..., Córdoba

 24 Reviews  Though Cordoba has many beautiful sights, especially the great Mezquita, one of the most beautiful things you will see there is the patios of the homes. Often you will be able to see from the street.... 

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Beaches   Nerja

Beaches, Nerja

 13 Reviews   You have to go scuba diving if you visit any warm country ~ Id previously been diving and lucky enough to have be trained as a child by my step/dad as he was an instructor~ But going with Barny... 

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Real Escuela Andaluza de Arte Ecuestre   Jerez de la Frontera

Real Escuela Andaluza de Arte Ecuestre, Jerez de la Frontera

 12 Reviews  If you like horses, well a bit more than if yours wins the 3.30 at Aintree then this is the place for you. Here the andalucian dancing horses perform (I think twice a day) in the main arena. Some of... 

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Markets   Fuengirola

Markets, Fuengirola

 7 Reviews  The market site is really called '' the Fairground '' it is such a large and beautiful site that Iam sure it has many different events held here.What I do know is that Tuesday Market is held here for... 

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Excursions Inland   Almería

Excursions Inland, Almería

 18 Reviews  Walk around the wild west set and pretend you are a cowboy! Walk around the Mexico set and pretend you are out to get those gringos. You can rent horses and go off into the desert! You can watch a... 

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Plaza de España   Sevilla

Plaza de España, Sevilla

 101 Reviews  In 1929 a very beautiful building was made near Maria Luísa park, for the Spanish-American Exhibition. Today it is used by the government, and it is a great detail, contrasting with the green of the... 

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Albaicin   Granada

Albaicin, Granada

 80 Reviews  Facing each other, two "twin sisters", the hills of Alhambra and Albaicin are the heart of Granada. You may either climb to the "poor" Albaicin and enjoy the large sights over the town, with the... 

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Cathedral   Málaga

Cathedral, Málaga

 30 Reviews  The formal name is the Cathedral of Incarnation, and was consecrated in 1588, but construction took place over 250 years, all the way until 1782. It never got totally finished because only one tower... 

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Antequera - pearl in the crown of Andalusia

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This is pearl of Andalusia! Not flooded by the crowds of souvenirs' searchers (like Ronda) Antequera offers many attractions. You will find here many impressive churches (my guidebook tells that this town looks like place where every Christian order had to establish their monastery). See monumental Colegiata de Santa Maria la Mayor and Iglesia del Carmen, look at Arabic Alcazaba (arab. fortress, castle), Arco de Los Gigantes or ancient excavations, wander along the picturesque, narrow streets and take a seat in some nice restaurant. Great time!You should choose the route around the old town located on the hill (map and folders you can get in tourist info point on Plaza San Sebastian). There is a very panoramic view of the whitewashed houses situated below. But also it is amazing view of surrounding mountains, especially of the very strange summit which I named "Sleeping Indian Chief...

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Las Alpujarras in the highest

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Only 30 km from tropical coast one can find completely different sceneries. Las Alpujarras is the mountainous region situated 2000 metres above sea level. It is well known from the stormy history of wars between Christians and Moors - famous legend of Almanzor defence took its place just in this area. Looking at the steep slopes, rocks, precipices you can easily imagine why this land was the last fortress for the Arabian warriors sieged by ruthless Spanish knights. The front of Alpujarras are the towns of Lanjaron and Orgiva. But don't stop there - take the meandering road leading uphill and uphill to the settlements of Bubion, Pampaneira or Soportujar (nice names, aren't they?)Here, comparing to the hot coastal atmosphere the temperature is much lower (5 or even 10 grades less), the mountains are covered by dense fog and fresh breeze is still cooling your face (something warmer than...

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Arabic Andalusia

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Looking for Arabic traces in Andalusia seems to be good idea for the trips around this land. Almost in every town - small, bigger, and big - you can find gates, fountains, streets, houses, fortresses, walls, portals, arches, sculptures, decorative tiles and reliefs and many other details - remains of the Islamic invasion which was ended over 500 years ago. And these ornaments, tangle of lines, patterns, flower motives and inscriptions are beautiful evidences of the past art but also creative inspirations for your design ideas.

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Secret word - Muqarnas

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Visiting Arabic monuments in Andalusia pay your attention to the wonderful details of the islamic decorative art. In many places (especially in Alhambra palaces) looking at the ceilings and arches you can find very unusual and beautiful elements. They look like strange stalactites or modified honeycombs. Look at the colors (mix of white, beige and turquoise), tangle of contrasting shapes, composition.You've just discovered MUQARNAS - original invention of and Arabic artmasters. I'm still enchanted by them!More about MuqarnasMore about Muqarnas - next page

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The niceland of Axarquia

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East of Malaga is located the region called Axarquia. This is the land of the modern coastal resorts like Torre del Mar, Torrox or Nerja but above all this is unspoilt area where you can feel the spirit of traditional Andalusia.Axarquia is the mountainous territory with the serpentines of roads, dried steep slopes, almonds' plantations, olive groves and charming small white towns. My trip through Axarquia started from Cómpeta (8 km north of Torrox Costa). First stop - coffee on the main square. Morning time, local delivery trucks are just unloaded, people are chatting on the street and they slowly beginning next day. The group of locals are discussing the preparations to local wine fiesta. You have to know that Cómpeta boasts its wonderful strong wine brand produced with the use of raisins. Delicious!Next places - Arenas and Vinuela. Afterwards a bit longer route to the town of Colmenar....

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Axarquia episode II

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Short appendix to the tip about region of Axarquia. One of the more pleasant towns here is Sayalonga placed 15 km north of Costa del Sol resort Torre del Mar (choose the exit from A7 highway towards Algarrobo). Some historians find the roots of the name Sayalonga in Roman words mean "Long dress". Interesting.But not the name is the most charming attraction of Sayalonga. It's worth to have a walk by the narrow and tidy streets (signposted by the pictures made from tiles illustrating town history).Perhaps it will be a bit bizarre but one of the most pretty places here is the town cemetery. Located about 10 minutes from the centre is untypical because the graves create circle. The oldest graves are situated one on the other and they look like tubes or perhaps small tents. This cemetery is located in the beautiful mountainous scenery and this charm is underlined by palms quietly move during...

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Torrox Costa: sea and poor excavations

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This small resort located between Nerja and Torre del Mar has very long and clean beach. On the beach, along the pretty nice promenade you can find several beach bars (Spanish: chirinquitos) offered good choice of grilled (usually) dishes. Try the fresh grilled sardines.The biggest trap in Torrox Costa are strongly recommended by tourist folders ancient excavations placed near lighthouse (eastern part of the town). But in real archaeological excavations are fenced dirty sand with chaos of stones and all types of rubbish: plastic bottles, papers, cigarette butts, bags, cans etc. This is rather great place for the "archaeologists of the contemporary mass culture" than for the lovers of prehistory.

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Waters of Gudalfeo

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Stop in the wilderness of the mountains, somewhere halfway between the coast and Granada city (road A44) where you can admire the colossal big dam construction. This engineering master-work stopped the waters of Gudalfeo river and created giant reservoir. This is the placer where you can really appreciate the power of human mind. I'm not rating this is good or bad - to built such a technological monument in the natural landscape. I'm not an expert. I just see the crystal, greenish water, big construction ended with waterfall, modern highway built on the long overpass. And It's amazing - Yes, technical power is also worth of respect (pyramids, ancient aqueducts or amphitheatres, modern sky-towers, airports, oil rigs or bridges). Near the dam usually stops the van from where one can buy local fruits - fresh melons, juicy mangos and oranges.

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Salobrena - fortress with the sea view

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This is a bit bigger town than other visited by me places (like Sayalonga, Competa, Frigiliana). It is located on the Mediterranean coast near crossroads of the highways Malaga - Granada - Almeria.Salobrena can be a nice stop during the trip to/from more known places. Especially local Alcazaba - big Arabic castle on the hill top - is worth of an hour. Walls and towers on the edge of big rock, far above of your head really look impressive! How it looked during the Arabic invasion? How powerful was the Muslim kingdom?

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From Nerja to Frigiliana and back

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Nerja is the easternmost resort of Costa del Sol. You can swim here on its nice beaches, drink coffee on the small oldtown. it can be also useful base for visiting Andalusian interior. First point of these trips could be Frigiliana - 5 km north of Nerja. Go there in the morning. I don't suggest that it should be just after sunrise (but if you are photographing it can be the best hour - light this time is very soft). Take the bus about 8-9 pm before the tourist crowds finish their breakfasts, get into the hotel buses and change the tranquil atmosphere of this small town.Simply this is pleasant town with tidy streets full of flowers. Sit in the coffee garden, ask for something to drink and feel that time doesn't exist. Very delightful feeling!

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