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Melia Sol y Nieve
Located in the centre of the Sierra Nevada ski resort, this recently renovated hotel blends classic-style rooms with impressive Zen-style public spaces. The Meliá Sol y Nieve is located just 100 metres from the chair lifts of southern Spain's best ...
Puerta de las Granadas
In the same heart of the historic and monumental city?s hull, between the Alhambra and the Albayzin, the Hotel Puerta de las Granadas is constructed over a building from the XIX century which was totally rehabilitated in 2004. It is placed in ...
Alhambra and Generalife Gardens Half-Day Trip from Granada
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Alhambra and Generalife Gardens on this fascinating morning tour. Escorted by your local guide, you'll explore beyond the beautiful Moorish architecture to learn the history of one of the most visited ...
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Fontecruz Granada  
This luxurious and stylish hotel is located in Granada's enchanting historic centre. A classic facade houses sleek interiors with excellent spa and sophisticated restaurant.
The Fontecruz perfectly combines the classic Renaissance famous in Granada with avant-garde design and surprising design features. Relax in the Fontecruz’s bright and airy lobby and head to the spa for a relaxing session in the water pools and sauna.
The Fontecruz’s bedrooms enjoy sophisticated decor and smart en-suite bathrooms. Surf the wireless internet for free and enjoy possible views over Granada’s streets below.

Melia Sol y Nieve
Located in the centre of the Sierra Nevada ski resort, this recently renovated hotel blends classic-style rooms with impressive Zen-style public spaces. The Meliá Sol y Nieve is located just 100 metres from the chair lifts of southern Spain's best ...
Puerta de las Granadas
In the same heart of the historic and monumental city?s hull, between the Alhambra and the Albayzin, the Hotel Puerta de las Granadas is constructed over a building from the XIX century which was totally rehabilitated in 2004. It is placed in ...

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Another symbol of Granada is the historical quarters of Albaicín, on the hill facing the Alhambra. These quarters hosted the court of the Zirid dynasty in the 11th century. The remains of the walls of the Alcazaba (citadel), the Gate of Elvira and the Arco de las Pesas give evidence of this period. Other places of special interest include churches erected over mosques, with Moorish vestiges, such as the Church of San Salvador and the Church of San Juan de los Reyes, which preserves two unique minarets of the Nasrid period.
The Sacromonte Caves represent a picturesque feature of this Andalusian city. Any tourist route must include a stop in this place, which has given shelter to lots of gypsies for centuries. The flamenco shows with singing and dance offer a marvellous display of its unimaginable intense and colourful atmosphere in its purest state. On this very mountain, visitors will find the Sacromonte Abbey, built on the site where in 1594 Moorish treasure hunters found the well-known lead plates with engravings by saints persecuted in Neron’s times.
As regards Granadas’s gastronomy, the weather and geographical variety of the province have given it wide diversity and richness. From the mountains comes the well-known ham from Trévelez, which is cured in the snow, whereas in Las Alpujarras Chicken in Tomato Sauce and Migas Alpujarreñas (a dish made of fried bread crumbs) are the most famous dishes. Espetones (barbecued sardines) stand out on the coast, and in Granada visitors can taste the Tortilla Sacromonte and fried beans with cured ham.

The easiest way to reach this province in Andalusia is by plane, since the airport is only 10 kilometres away from Granada. The great weather conditions for winter sports and its closeness to the Mediterranean coast make this city a perfect destination to visit at any time of the year.