Regions of Spain : Andalusia

Andalucia is probably one of the best known regions of Spain as this dry, mountainous region embraces the Costa del Sol. The region covers 17.3% of Spanish territory, 87,268 km² in total, making it the largest single region, with an area greater than countries such as Belgium, Holland, Denmark, Switzerland and Austria. The landscape is as diverse as its culture. From the warm Guadalquivir valley to the low mountain areas and volcanic landscapes such as the Tabernas Desert.

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 ...
Sacristia de Santa Ana
This former 18th century sanctuary, now coverted into a 3-star hotel, is located in the heart of Seville's old quarter, in La Plaza de La Alameda. Excellent communications by car and bus, and a 10 minute walk to the centre. La Plaza de la Alameda ...
Maciá Alfaros
This stylish, 4-star hotel, built in the Al-Andalus style, is set between Córdobas commercial centre and its main historic sights, all of which are within walking distance. Enjoy the hotel's pool. The Maciá Alfaros' interiors boast ornate patterns, ...
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Granada - The city of Granada has been shaped by the hills, where the old districts in the Albaicin and the Alhambra were founded, brimming with steep, narrow streets, beautiful nooks and crannies, and marvelous landscapes. The new part of the city is situated on the plain, crisscrossed by the large arteries of Gran Via de Colon and Calle de los Reyes Catolicos, and where the busy streets around the Cathedral are found.
Main highlights include the Cathedral, Acera de Darro, Alhambra, Palaco de Congresos and the Museo Federico G'Lorca.
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Malaga - Birthplace of Picasso, Malaga boasts pretty streets, leafy boulevards and lush gardens. Find out why the City's Cathedral is called 'La Manquita' - the one armed lady! Hear all about the old palace fortress and its two rings of walls and of course you can't miss the Picasso Museum!
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Cordoba - Situated deep in Andalucia, Cordoba, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a living legacy of the diverse cultures that settled in it throughout history. To take a stroll through the historic quarter of Cordoba is to discover a beautiful network of small streets, alleys, squares and whitewashed courtyards arranged around the Mosque Cathedral. This reflects the importance of the city during medieval times.
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Marbella - Marbella centre features a cosmopolitan environment and the extraordinary commercial offer of leisure and food. You can enjoy your favourite sport: sailing, tennis, horse riding and principally golf at one of the 20 existing courses in the Costa del Sol (Marbella has the highest number of golf courses in Europe.).
After approximately a 2 hour drive along the motorway you can enjoy the cultural offers of Andalucía. There is Malaga with the Picasso museum, the Tajo de Ronda chasm, the Alhambra of Granada and the sky station, the Alcázar and the Mezquita mosque of Córdoba, the cathedral of Seville, Gibraltar and the coast of North Africa.
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Torremolinos - Torremolinos is located on the Costa del Sol, within the province of Malaga. The beaches in this coastal area are spectacular. You can also discover the beautiful mountainous inland area, including the town of Ronda.
This is an ideal location a holiday as a family as there are numerous opportunities for leisure and sporting activities. You can enjoy tourism in the sun, on the beach and in the countryside. For golf lovers, there are more than 70 courses in the region. There are also 3 zoos and a leisure park (Tivoli World). To have fun for adults and children alike: Aqua park (Torremolinos), Tivoli World amusement park (Benalmadena), Selwo Adventure (Estepona) and Fuengirola zoo.
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Ronda - Ronda is a privileged place to enjoy nature. It is surrounded by mountains and National Parks (Grazalema, Alcornocales and Sierra de las Nieves mountain range). Ronda is a fantastic place from which to explore this mountainous region of Andalusia. It is also one of the famous beautiful white villages of this area.
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Nerja - Nerja is situated 55 km from Málaga airport. This town has well known natural monuments like the Balcón de Europa (viewpoint with stunning views across the sea) and the Cuevas de Nerja (caves famous for their outstanding paintings) and it is in one of the main tourist spots in the western part of the Costa del Sol. You can stroll through its streets and parks, visit the market and practise sports such as water sports, horse riding, golf (20 minutes from Nerja), skiing in Sierra Nevada (130km away) and visit the picturesque village Frigiliana. On the outskirts of Nerja you will find some of Europe’s most impressive caves – large enough to host orchestras and other concerts.Nerja has five wonderful sandy beaches offering sunbed & parasol hire, watersports, pedaloes, tapas bars and restaurants.
The Costa del Sol boasts the best winter climate in mainland Europe with very low rainfall and high rates of year-round sunshine.
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Benalmadena - At the very heart of the Costa del Sol we find Benalmádena, which is made up oft hree different settlements.
Located between a precipitous mountain range and a peaceful blue sea is Benalmádena Pueblo, a lovely labyrinth of white houses which offer all the flavour of Andalusia. The Archaeological Museum and the Castle of Colomares or Águilas are some or the many attractions of this town.
Arroyo de Ia Miel, another of the Benalmadena settlements, is a perfect mixture of modern and traditional Andalusia. In addition to offering a wide range of cultural opportunities, this is also the site of the only Amusement Park on the Costa del Sol.
Benalmádena Costa, whose beaches stretch over 9 kilometres, is the other large populalion centre. Featuring numerous shopping centres, restaurants, residential areas, pubs and discotheques, this town provides one of the most varied ranges of leisure and entertainment opportunities on the entire Costa del Sol.
It is also worth visiting the Municipal Marina, which was declared in 1995 to be the best marina in the world, as well as the Castle of Bil Bil, an important cultural centre which stages music festivals, exhibitions and theatre productions all year round.
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Jerez de la Frontera - Jerez is world famous for its sherry and the dancing horses of the Royal Equestrian Academy in Jerez. Jerez is also the cradle of true flamenco culture and music. Several bodegas invite visitors to see how sherry is made. The Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art is open to the public daily to watch training, with a show every Thursday. The big annual event is the Spring Horse Fair where the mounted sherry barons are prominent. Also see the 11th century walls of the old Moorish palace.
Jerez racing circuit on the outskirts of the city is home to the Spanish round of the Motorcycle World Championships and used extensively for Formula 1 testing. Right next to the circuit you will also find the Montecastillo Golf Club nestled into the typical, rolling Andalusian hills.
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Restaurants

Restaurant Cafe de Ronda - El Poeta de Ronda, Tenorio, 1, 29400 Ronda
Enjoy excellent service and quality products at our Cafe de Ronda. Thanks to its privileged location on the edge of the historic centre of the town the restaurant is a meeting point for many tourists in the city. It is situated at the ground floor of the majestic mansion that houses the hotel, providing space for up to 52 people. This is a wonderful place to rest on hot days and to spend a nice evening in the artistic atmosphere, being surrounded by art and culture.
Our restaurant offers a wonderful gastronomic experience to those who want to discover the Andalusian cuisine. The home-made dishes are prepared in Ronda’s traditional way and the Mediterranean style. You can choose between dishes a la carte or the daily menu and round the dinner off with an Italian high-quality coffee. Our exquisite home-made desserts are also a must, being prepared by our talented and widely known pastry chef.

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