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Here is a list with the latest pages that have been updated or created. Most recent are at the top of the list.

Hotels in Zufre

Zufre is a small village and does not have any large hotels. Casa Vesta with terrace, infinity pool, 360 views, private parking is certainly one of the leading small boutique hotels in Andalucia. It is located just on the edge of the village so it is easy to wander around.

Plaza Nueva

This tree-lined square is the heart of Seville - located at the top of Avenida de la Constitucion, it sits centrally between the shopping area, Arenal and the river, Alfalfa, and the monumental zone and is home to the Ayuntamiento, the Town Hall.

Bedmar y Garcíez History

The origins of Bedmar can be traced back to the Iberians, later becoming a Roman castro and in turn inhabited by the Visigoths. However, it was during the Arab occupation of the territory that Bedmar became a formal township through the building of Villa Vieja. In 1411, the Order of Santiago built the “New Castle” modelled on contemporary defensive techniques, making it impossible for the Nasrid troops to attack. The castle’s strategic position on the Nasrid border made it a frequent object of military attention, which ultimately culminated in the Castilian conquest of 1431.

Golf - Fascinating Facts - Fact 2

As well as football, the British introduced golf to Spain, right here in Andalucia. In the late 19th century, the mineworkers in the British "colony" at the Rio Tinto mines in Huelva province, played a number of sports tennis, cricket, polo, croquet, football - and golf.

Cadiz Hotel Reviews

Reviews of the prestigious hotels of Cadiz. The city of Cadiz is an amazing place to explore on foot. Situated at the end of a peninsula, Cadiz is surprisingly compact and easy to navigate, even for the most timid of visitors. Its cathedral, its ancient walls, its old fortifications, and its narrow streets all work to invite the visitor into the city's heart and engulf them in the soul of the place.

Algarinejo

The municipality of Algarinejo is comprised of two areas in addition to the main area: La Viña y Fuentes de Cesna, which was inhabited by Arabs dedicated to the jewellery industry. Narrow streets, dating back to the Muslim epoch, lead to a series of caves that used to serve as refuges for the locals and are well maintained by the municipality making them safe and accessible to tourists.

Via Verde of the Sierra de Baza

Via Verde Sierra de Baza follows the lower northern slopes of the Sierra de Baza. It lies just to the north and outside the Sierra de Baza natural park. The Via Verde Sierra de Baza is 9,4 km long and runs for a few km north and south of Baza town as far as the municipal limits with Zujar and Caniles.

Famous people of Alfacar

Bertha was born in Germany in 1858 and came to Granada at the age of twelve. She had an older brother called Fernando, who became the German consul in Granada. Her participation in the Institución Libre de Enseñanza was remarkable. She also took part in the feminist struggle and managed, with little success, her father's factory, of which she was the main heir when he died.

Carmona

Carmona is a picturesque, small town with a magnificent fifteenth century tower built in imitation of Seville's Giralda, which is the first thing you see upon arriving. It has about 28, 500 inhabitants.

History of Dalías

The origins of Dalías date to the Al-Andalus period. The current population corresponds to the old Muslim town of Ambrox, although other data indicates that the primitive population was located 2km from the current situation, in El Campo, where there are remains of tombs, aqueducts, houses and streets. Its name comes from the Arabic word dalaya, which means vineyard.

Tours of Torremolinos

See below a selection of excellent tours of Torremolinos, perfect opportunities to see the major attractions without the hassle of having to organise it yourself.

San Martin del Tesorillo - Map

 

If you are considering visiting San Martin del Tesorillo you may find our maps a useful tool, we provide three maps, one of the region of Andalucia with San Martin del Tesorillo highlighted.

The second handcrafted map gives the location of San Martin del Tesorillo with the corresponding local road network.

In order to help our readers we have also embedded a Google map which is centered on San Martin del Tesorillo.

Las Tres Villas

Las Tres Villas is the name of the present day municipality that unites three small villages; Doña María, Ocaña and Escúllar. It is an ideal destination for lovers of rural Andalucia and nature, and visitors should look out for the distinct stone houses with slate roofs. It has about 560 inhabitants.

Books - Birds of Iberia

Since the early days of the Victorian naturalists who 'discovered' the ecological treasures of, the Iberian Peninsular, this region of Europe has attracted many with an interest in birds. Despite this interest, there have been remarkably few books on birds and birdwatching in the area. Among those that have appeared Santana's Birds of Iberia has stood out as a bright beacon since it was first published in 1993. 

Vélez Blanco

Vélez Blanco nestles at the foot of a rocky outcrop forming part of the Sierra de María-Los Velez Natural Park and the Ruta de los Castillos (route of castles) through Andalusia. It is as a popular destination for lovers of both rural tourism and sports, as well as culture and history enthusiasts. It has about 1900 inhabitants.

La Quinta Golf & Country Club

This magnificent course of 27 holes with 3 different combinations available, designed by the winner of the Ryder Cup Manuel Piñero, 5 minutes away from Puerto Banús. It is one of the most well known golf courses in La Costa del Sol, standing out for the firmness and speed of the greens as well as the caring service provided by their staff. They include balls for warm-up 30 minutes prior to tee-off time.

Starlite Festival 2019

The Starlite Festival is a month-long music and cultural event held in July / August at the Cantera de Nagüeles, in Marbella. It is now established as one of the important annual social and entertainment events in Spain.

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