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The beautiful region of Andalucia, the southernmost part of the Iberian Peninsula, is definitely worth visiting. It easily accessible by plane, boat or car and has a very good motorway, rail and buses. There are a variety of accommodation in all areas, from budget bathroom shared houses, luxury hotels and beautiful inns.
With this in mind the basic information, you may feel encouraged to explore this province with a rich history and culture and landscapes of extraordinary beauty.
If you live in Malaga and want to see more than sun and beaches, is planning a weekend getaway or maybe even planning a longer trip to Andalusia? Here are some useful ideas when planning your trip.
What kind of trip you want to do? Do you tend more to the cities and culture?
Seville the capital of southern Spain has immense historical and monumental city and culture make it a destination loved and admired by domestic and international tourism. Seville has an international airport and the AVE high speed train. Two of the most beautiful cities in Andalusia are Granada and Cordoba with its vast Moorish heritage sites, gardens and patios. No less important, Málaga, capital of the Costa del Sol, breathing, happy, relaxed and lively atmosphere of a southern coastal city that combines culture and leisure.
A weekend trip visiting Sevilla, Malaga, Cordoba and Granada can be a unforgettable, both winter and summer. You can travel alone, with friends or plan a romantic getaway.
Do you prefer or prefer adventure travel take a nature walk and one of the parks or national parks in Andalusia?
In the vicinity of Malaga also is a large supply of rural tourism that combines adventure with nature in more than 15 protected areas within the province, with a variety of forests, rivers, mountains, flora and fauna.
Want to discover the gastronomy of Andalusia?
Andalusian cuisine is full of fruit, vegetables, meats, fish and seafood. The dishes have a strong connection to Arab culture. To discover the essence of a region with the five senses is a unique and enjoyable experience almost all occasions. The wealth of the land and climatic conditions have resulted in a wide variety of culinary delights and wines. Jerez, for example, is famous for its wines Jerez and Malaga and Granada are undefeated with delicious tapas (hot and cold snacks) and the Sierra Nevada mountain ranges occurs Trevélez people the famous Jamon Serrano ham.
Which province of Andalucia you feel most drawn to?
The seven provinces of Andalusia be distinguished by great contrasts in landscapes and main attractions: Almería is a province of pure exchange, joining the idyllic beaches of Cabo de Gata with the Tabernas Desert and high mountain ranges of Sierra Nevada in the west. Granada province is crowned by the white peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountain ranges, one of the Spanish National Parks. Toward the Mediterranean Sea field falls abruptly, creating a microclimate resulting in the Costa Tropical, where tropical fruits are grown. Málaga further west is the Costa del Sol one of tourist destinations most popular. However, farther west, is the province of Cadiz, bathed by the Atlantic Ocean and with a different kind of light and vegetation, receiving the name of the Costa de la Luz (Coast of Light). Bordering Portugal, is the province of Huelva with large forest, home to the second national park in Andalucia, Doñana.
Inside are the provinces of Seville and the fertile valley Guadalquivir River and the only river port of Spain, Moorish Cordoba mountain ranges of Sierra Morena, Jaén with mountain ranges of the Sierra de Cazorla, a natural paradise.
Or go the whole region into a five star hotel train from the Belle Epoche?
El Al Andalus train cars built in France in 1929 and which were used by the British Monarchy for your business travel from Calais to the Riviera.
What time of year you want to travel?
Andalusia not only offers great beaches, historic cities, culture, adventure tourism and wonderful in summer, but is also a favorite vacation destination in winter, as Sierra Nevada with its magnificent ski resort is just 25 minutes by car from Granada. Not guaranteed snow from November to May, the slopes are wide and suitable for all. After a day of skiing you can enjoy the lively atmosphere, restaurants, discos and pubs. Of course, do not forget to visit Granada, home of the Alhambra Palace and the unique flavor.
Traveling on his own account or on an organized tour?
Anyway, if you want to know Andalusia on your own or prefer an organized tour in the following places you can find good information: local tourist offices are often available and offers the local suppliers, such as nature walks in the local experts who lead expeditions weekend. Especially in rural areas you might find interesting tours and shopping. good places for this type of information are the municipalities and municipal sports centers.
There are also many local suppliers guided tours through Andalusian Parks and National Parks.
Travel agencies usually offer tours and weekend visits to many places Andalusia and Morocco and Portugal, prices usually include meals and lodging. Some agencies offer tours that are free of charge provided the participants listen to talks on sales of sponsoring their tour.
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