Andalusia is the Spanish Autonomous Community
with the greatest number of inhabitants and the second in
surface. Its varied landscapes, the benignancy of its climate
and the friendly character of its population have turned
it into one of the most attractive regions.
3000 hours of sun per year, many kilometers
of golden sand beaches and those beautiful natural ports
made it a safe refuge already for Phoenician navigators,
thousands of years before Christ.
The coast of Huelva and Cadiz corresponds
to the Atlantic Ocean and is characterized by fine sand.
The Mediterranean coast, from the Strait of Gibraltar to
Almeria, on the other hand offers smoother climate with
less wind and higher water temperatures.
Andalusia is crossed by Guadalquivir
river, the "father" of old civilisations who have
left along its borders an impressive monumental track, as
well as the high mountain ranges of Sierra Morena and Sistemas
Beticos.
The offer for visitors is extremely varied,
from golden beaches to those beautiful mountain ranges with
their highly interesting fauna, and the famous "white
villages" with their richdom in folklore and artisany.
There are great possibilities for most different sports
as well, from skiing in the Sierra Nevada to surfing at
the coast of Cadiz, where you will find ideal conditions
as nowhere else in Europe.
Andalusia is the "mother" of
the Spanish folklore which is probably best known abroad:
here you will live the magic of Flamenco and bullfighting
in their most authentic style, and myths like Don Juan and
Carmen were born here. A land of great traditions, which
has understood as well to assimilate the progress.
Major attractions:
Seville
The Andalusian capital, the third largest city of Spain,
is among the most beloved places by tourists, thanks to
its unique ambience and its great monuments: the Arabian
belltower Giralda, the city's landmark, the enormous cathedral,
Torre del Oro, and the old district Barrio Santa Cruz are
among the highlights.
Granada
The Moorish Jewel, located at the foots of snowy Sierra
Nevada mountain range, is a must-see. Most outstanding is
certainly the great Arabian palace Alhambra.
Cordoba
The long-time center of Moorish Spain preserves monuments
of outstanding importance. The Mezquita, the great Mosque,
is perhaps most impressive.
Malaga
Among its major attractions are the Moorish Alcazaba and,
of course, the splendid Mediterranean coast.
Costa del Sol
The coast of Malaga is of great touristical importance,
thanks to its splendid beaches, outstanding installations
and smooth climate. Among the most famous centers are Marbella,
Torremolinos, Benalmadena, Fuengirola, and San Pedro de
Alcantara.
Ronda
A beautiful town, surrounded by an impressive mountain range.
Almeria
Almeria is among those Andalusian cities which have best
preserved their Moorish heritage. Of great touristical attraction
is also its splendid coast, Costa de Almeria.
Cadiz
Cadiz is one of the oldest cities in Spain, founded by Phoenicians.
It is fascinating for its typical Andalusian ambience with
whitewashed houses and tropical vegetation.
Huelva
Of great importance as a fishing port as well as for its
industry. The city itself and its surroundings are marked
by Christopher Columbus, who started his travel to America
from the nearby Palos de la Frontera. There you may still
visit the monastery where he prepared his travel, alongside
with a reconstruction of the port and the three famous ships.
Doñana National Park
This extense preserve including beach areas with moving
dunes as well as marshy regions of great value concerning
their fauna is located next to the outlet of Guadalquivir
river, Matalascañas, Acebuche and El Rocio. Numerous
species of migrant birds, on their way from Eurasia to Africa,
stay here during the breeding phase.
Costa de la Luz
The "Coast of the Light", in the provinces of
Huelva and Cadiz at the Atlantic Ocean, offers splendid
beaches of fine sand. Major centers of attraction are Punta
Umbria, Islantilla, Isla Cristina, Mazagon, Matalascañas,
Barbate, Algeciras, Tarifa, Conil de la Frontera, Chiclana
de la Frontera, El Puerto de Santa Maria, Rota, Chipiona,
and Sanlucar de Barrameda.
Jerez de la Frontera
In the hometown of the world-famous Sherry wine several
"Bodegas" may be visited. Jerez too is the site
of a renowned equestrian school. Wine and horses mark the
ambience of this manorial town.
Jaen
Jaen, located inland, is dominated by its medieval fortress.
Additional attractions are the 11th century Moorish baths
and the Renaissance cathedral. The nearby Sierra de Cazorla
is an outstanding natural preserve.
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