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Senés is found in the Sierra de Filabres, surrounded by steep mountains which were the first plots used by the Moors and which are now abundant with almond trees. It has about 330 inhabitants. The town is of Arab origin, with a unique urban typology due to the use of slate slabs in construction.

Located in the central part of Huelva province, Calañas has around 4000 inhabitants. The mineral wealth of Calañas attracted civilizations such as the Phoenicians and the Romans, who came in search of copper, gold and silver, fundamental for their economy. Discoveries of amphorae, tombstones and coins suggest the existence of the Roman village "El Morante".

The church has distinctive characteristics that set it apart from its surroundings. It was commissioned in 1545 by Francisco Roldán. Externally, the beautiful tower is the most notable element of the urban landscape and a true identifying symbol of the town.

It's best to start off at the museum, for an introduction to the area and its rich cultural and geological history. Housed in the former British hospital, the museum displays models, documents, rock samples, artefacts and actual machinery, tracing the long history of the Rio Tinto mines.

The main park in Almeria itself is the Parque Nicolas Salmeron, in the city centre. It is named after the Almerian politician and philosopher who served (albeit briefly - a month and a half) as the president of the First Republic in 1873. The large, landscaped park is made up of two parts: the Parque Viejo (Paseo de San Luis and los Jardines del Malecon), with lots of ficus and terebinth trees; and the Parque Nuevo, built when the port was extended in 1924, with palms and ornamental plants. The two parts are separated by a pillared fountain called La Fuente de los Peces, on calle Real.

The Tourist Office of Tabernas is located in Avenida de las Angustias (Wild West style Saloon building), opening from Monday to Sunday.

The Sunshine Tour was created in the early nineties and has become the biggest equestrian winter competition in all of Europe. Its official name was the Circuito Hípico del Sol changed in 2022 to become the Andalucia Sunshine Tour as the regional tourist board became the main sponsors.

Belalcázar is set in a wonderful location, making it ideal for rural tourism and highlighted by great cultural character. It has about 3,300 inhabitants.

Hinojos is situated within the Comarca of El Condado. Legend has it that it was here that King Alfonso X fell to his death on his knees before the patron saint, Virgen del Valle. It has about 3,900 inhabitants.

The best-preserved section of the castle is the western part, where the remains of towers can be found in the south-west and north-west corners.

The area west of Granada was once a crucial frontier between the Moorish kingdom of Granada and the Christian territory. Today, it is now dotted some dramatically sited villages, on rocky crags or hills overlooking the fertile vega (plain). These villages still bear the stamp of their defensive past in their ruined fortifications in hilltop positions, with magnificent views over the olive groves and cereal fields of the undulating vega.

There is no excuse for having a 'bad hair day' in Andalucia! Years ago, Andalucia and particularly the Costa del Sol, were primarily quaint Spanish resorts and not where you would expect much sophistication. Hairdressing and Beauty Salons have increased not only in quantity, but also in quality.

Estepona has become a fashionable place for both foreign and Spanish residents to buy property such as holiday homes. Although Estepona doesn't have the "ritz" of neighbouring Marbella, Estepona retains the charm of a traditional Andalusian fishing village. In Estepona, you have it all from village houses to million euro villas and Ground Floor Apartments.

This Costa del Sol course, opened in 2006, has been designed by Cabell B. Robinson. A major highlight of the course is its expansiveness, extending over 72 hectares.

Obejo's annual religious festivals alone make the village worth a visit, with the Romeria de San Benito pilgrimage, and Los Danzantes de Obejo, a display of dancing which accompanies the village's patron saint on a procession to the chapel. The small Cordoban community has around 2000 inhabitants.

See a selection of excellent excursions from Malaga city, perfect opportunities to see the biggest and best attractions in Andalucia without the hassle of having to organise it yourself.

There is a bus service from Diezma to Granada City using the local bus company, BAM

Bubión sits halfway between Capileira and Pampaneira in the Poqueira gorge, surrounded by magnificent views of the often, snow-capped Sierra Nevada peaks and the Alpujarras.

If conventional piercing - ears, that is - is what you are after, then visit your local Chemist for reliable and hygienic treatment. If the chemist nearest you doesn't perform this operation, he or she will be able to direct you to one specialising in this service.

For Malaga-born flamenco dancer-turned-designer José Galvañ, who  has been creating flamenco designs since 2013, this situation presented a challenge. He continues to dance, with performances in Seville as well as tours in China (in normal times).