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Carlos Cano

The well-known Spanish singer, Carlos Cano died in December, 2000 aged just 54. Cano was born in Granada in 1946 and is regarded as the most popular representative of true Andalucian music. He was also the creator of a new type of popular "copla", a genre that has its roots in folklore and reflects the social problems of the south.

Bédar - History

Although we do not know when the town was founded, the origins of Bédar date back to the Moorish period, when it was part of Vera. Serena was the name of a village, the oldest and most important village in the present municipality. During the Moorish period Serena was independent from Bédar, but after the uprising the Moriscos were expelled in 1570, leaving Serena completely uninhabited. So in 1575 deserted Serena was annexed into the municipality of Bédar.

Hostals and Guesthouses in Carboneras

Carboneras is an advantageous position due to its close proximity to both the beach and the Nature Park of Cabo de Gata-Níjar. There are a number of hostals (Spanish guesthouses, often family-run) that provide a cheaper alternative to the hotels in the area.

La Venus beach Marbella

La Venus beach, named after the bronze statue placed there in 1972, is also known as Playa el Fuerte named after the Fuerte (Castle) and later the Fuerte Hotel opened in 1956.

Hunting

Andalucia boasts the largest amount of hunting opportunities within the developed world and offers a great selection of all forms of hunting. It is clear why so many hunters travel to Andalucia each year to enjoy their sport and win prestigious trophies.

Bus Service in Jete

There is a bus service from Jete to Granada and Nerja using the bus company, ALSA.

Bus Service

There is a bus service from Jérez del Marquesado to Granada City using the bus company, BAM.

Moraito

Manuel Moreno Junquera was born into the heart of the flamenco guitar world in 1956. His family is connected to some of the most illustrious names to come from Jerez de la Frontera, and his father, Juan Morao, and his uncle, Manuel Morao, are two of the most renowned guitarists to descend from this old sherry town.

Hotels

Full of history, culture and monumental attractions, the small town of Baeza attracts an overwhelming number of tourists throughout the year. It is no wonder, then, that it also has a wide variety of hotels to accommodate these tourists. Ranging from luxury hotels with swimming pools and spas to local guesthouses - you´ll be sure to find what you are looking for.

Hotels in Algeciras

Primarily an industrial port town, Algeciras is always busy with people passing in and out of it. There are numerous luxury hotels, namely the Hotel Reina Cristina, as well as a number of smaller, cheap hotels - perfect for an overnight stay. 

Gerald Brenan

His early childhood was spent in India and South Africa before he continued his formal education in England. Brenan initially attended Radley College and then the Military Academy at Sandhurst. Independently, he studied art, poetry, and philosophy with the help of John Hope-Johnstone.

Ermita de la Oscuridad, Ronda

The hermitage is located in the Plaza de la Oscuridad, in the rear courtyard of a house owned for years by the Ponce de León family. Thanks to a scheme by the City Council, and with the collaboration of its current owner, Fernando Ponce de León, the hermitage has opening times for public access. This was permitted after Mr Ponce de León restored the building with the help of some architects.

El Arquillo Sports Complex

Address: Avda. Vega del Mar S/N, 29670 San Pedro Alcántara, Marbella Tel: + (34) 952 788 398. Facilities: Courts for futsal (indoor football), handball and basketball, pétanque area, road safety track for children, changing rooms and bar.

Estepona Bullring

The bullring dates back to 1972 and, from within, resembles the typical concrete architecture of this era. From the outside it is more interesting, due to the unique asymmetric design created by Juan Moro Urbano, the exterior is landscaped to allow access to the upper terraces without the necessity of steps.

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