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Tapas a Bite of Spain is filled with scrumptious cold salads, sauces, dips and dressings, bite-sized bits of the best Spanish cured hams and aged cheeses, traditional flavours off the griddle and out of the frying pan and a host of options for serving up everything from Spanish potato tortillas to fresh anchovies or autumn mushrooms.
Genalguacil is the only village that takes its name from the River Genal, whose waters played such an important role in this valley's agricultural development under Moorish rule. The river's name originates from Guadigenal or "Waddi Genna", meaning the river of paradise.
There are up to 23 water fountains throughout the municipality that were used by ancient inhabitants to collect water for their homes.
Alfarnate is one of the seven municipalities of La Axarquia that makes up the Ruta del Aceite y los Montes. The town is situated more than 900m above sea level and is also surrounded by the Sierras of Enmedio, Palomera and Jobo. Alfarnate is unusual among the towns in the comarca of Axarquia, in that it doesn't have many steep streets, although its houses are typically Andalucian - low and whitewashed.
There are two marinas in Gibraltar, Ocean Village and Queensway Quay offering excellent berthing facilities, shops and restaurants. Sailing boats are available for charter.
The Convent was built by the second Marquis de los Vélez, Don Luis, and was completed, along with its accompanying church, in 1572. The façade of the church is made of ashlar stone and has a doorway between two oculi, a niche over the access door and the Vélez shield on its sides.
By Sam Pulman-Slater
Andalucia is not just a hotspot for family beach holidays. Its rich culture and history offer opportunities for couples to find a perfect hideaway spot from which to explore and enjoy some of the more grown-up things the region has to offer.
Few things can beat Sherry as a pre-meal aperitif. Ever since Sir Francis Drake ransacked the port of Cádiz in 1587 and made off with 3,000 barrels of Sherry, the British have been addicted to the stuff, and continue to be the main international clients.
Ceuta is a 22 square kilometre Spanish territory or enclave on the northern African coastline. It is one of the European ports into Africa, a place where the Mediterranean Sea, Atlantic Ocean and two continents intertwine to provide the city with its unique character; where Christians, Jews, Muslims and Hindus live together, forming large communities.
There are many water fountains that we can see in Laroles, made with stone slabs.
The village of Villanueva del Trabuco is one of the attractive Andaluz white villages in the Antequera area (34 kilometres from the town of Antequera) and is just 45 kilometres north of Malaga City. It is around 700 metres above sea level and has a population of approximately 5,000. Inhabitants of the village are known as Trabuqueños.
The academic year in Andalucia runs from the second week in September to the third week of June. The main holidays are at Christmas, Easter and the long 10-week summer break. School hours vary depending on the school and are usually from 0900 to 1400 (Infantil and Primary) and 0830 to 1430 (Secondary) with an hour's break for lunch. Lessons are generally divided into teaching periods of 45 minutes.
In 1980, work on the Town Hall was completed. The building contains the Court, Guadalinfo Centre, Post Office and Local Police office. Located in Plaza Andalucía.
Between Guadiaro amd Pueblo Nuevo de Guadiaro lie the remains of a small Roman town called Barbésula, which was dedicated mainly to the fish salting industry. Kilns used in the manufacture of amphoras (clay vessels) for the export of Garum have been discovered here. Due to its location at the mouth of the Guadiaro River valley, it may also have been an import and export center for agricultural products. The remains of a temple dedicated to Diana have also been excavated onsite.
Manzanas Asadas. Baked apples make an excellent dessert for many occasions due to their versatility, health benefits, and comforting flavor.
The hometown of the famous composer Eduardo Ocon, Benamocarra is one of towns, in the Axarquia comarca, that make up the Ruta del Sol y del Aguacate.
Following the death of General Franco in 1975, which heralded the end of 36 years of dictatorship, Spain has become a parliamentary democracy. A year after Franco's death, political parties were legalised, the Socialists in February 1977 and the Communists in April. The first general elections were held in 1979 and were won by the Unión de Centro Democrátia (UCD).
The church is an important architectural example of the final evolution from Baroque to Neoclassical. The Baroque architectural elements predominate over other decorative details from later times.
A selection of hotels which are generally defined as small and luxurious. The exclusive, luxury aspect of these hotels implies a focus on tranquillity and intimacy, as well as pleasing decor and style, with each bedroom individually decorated.
Recipe for Ham croquettes, one of the very popular Tapas that you will see in Spain, by Janet Mendel from the book - Tapas, a bite of Spain.
