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Ronda - Henderson's Railway

In the 1890's, Gibraltar's garrison officers wanted to enjoy the campo so a railway was built between Algeciras, Ronda and beyond. Nowadays the train journey makes a lovely day trip through stunning scenery and historic sites, with suitable watering holes en route.

Two-star Hotels on the Costa de la Luz

A selection of hotels with a two-star rating according to the official star rating. On top of basic facilities, you can expect to find extra amenities and services such as laundry service and slightly larger rooms than in one-star hotels.

Prices are generally low and offer good value for money; precise offerings in terms of facilities and services will vary for each hotel. The minimum bedroom size is 14m2, and reception must be attended until 8pm.

Complejo Endorreico de Espera Natural Reserve

Situated close to the Seville/Cadiz provincial border is the 438ha Complejo Endorreico de Espera Natural Reserve, with three lakes: Hondilla, Salada de Zorrilla and Dulce de Zorrilla. This is a significant site for waterfowl, since four out of the 15 aquatic bird species that are increasingly rare in Spain breed or overwinter here. These four are the red-knobbed coot and three types of duck: white-headed, marbled and ferrunginous.

History of Atarfe

According to the authors Amador Díaz García and Manuel Barrios Aguilera, the name Atarfe comes from the Arabic word al-taraf, meaning 'point', which in the Granada dialect would be a- tarf. This is probably in reference to the nearby Castillejo and Tajo Colorao peaks. However, other sources suggest that it originates from the Arabic word artarf, meaning 'boundary', as the boundary of the old city of Elvira was located nearby

Festivals in Iznájar

Festivals in Iznájar: Cabalgata de Reyes Magos, Carnaval, Día de Andalucía, Semana Santa, San Marcos, Fiestas de la Cruz, Romería de San Isidro, Feria Chica and Feria de Septiembre.

Seville City Cinemas

Seville has a good selection of cinemas, if you are looking for English language films or "VO" (original version). Avenida 5 cines announces its "VO" films for the week, each Tuesday. The simultaneous Spanish subtitles are perfect for both English and Spanish language students.

Room Mate Larios Hotel

A new face for the famous Hotel Larios, favourite of the city’s most celebrated living son, Antonio Banderas. With its reception on the first floor, this small hotel has Andalucia.com have stayed this hotela modern, trendy feel with Art Deco styling. Staff are informally dressed in T-shirts and tracksuits, making a relaxed, unstuffy atmosphere.

History

Beas de Guadix has origins dating back to prehistoric times, as evidenced by the preserved remains and caves from the Argaric culture.

Sphering

Sphering (also known as zorbing or orbing) is the new adventure activity that has swept the UK and is now here is Spain. Basically you and a friend climb inside a 4m diameter transparent inflatable ball, and after you have been strapped in, you roll down a 150m hill at speeds of up to 50 kilometres per hour!

Serrania de Ronda - Boutique Hotels

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.

Moreover, boutique hotels are renowned for offering great attention to detail, both personally in terms of service for the guests, and with the rooms they provide. Outside of the unique design and character of these hotels, their location generally reflects part of their offering.

Balneario Fuente Amarga

The Balneario Fuenteamarga is at the seaside town of Chiclana, which is situated 24 kilometers from Cadiz and 50 kilometers from Jerez It is just 5 kilometers from the Playa de la Barrosa, a very beautiful Costa de la Luz Atlantic beach.

Palacio Vela de los Cobos

The palace was designed in 1551 by architect, Andrés de Vandelvira. To this day it remains the habitual residence of the family that has owned it since it was purchased by their ancestor, Ignacio de Sabater y Arauco, in 1873 who undertook a sumptuous refurbishment of the interior. /p>

Weather forcast for Fonelas

If you are considering visiting this village you will be interested to check the latest weather forecast for the next few days from the table below.

David Bisbal Exclusive Interview

Since your first disc Corazón Latino was released you have not stopped collecting national and international prizes and awards from the music world. How does David Bisbal, being so young and with such a relatively short professional career, live with so much success? Well, the truth is that I really can’t complain. Things have gone well, that’s for sure, but it’s hard work; there’s no other way to do it.

Health

Andalucia is the perfect destination to pamper your mind, body and soul. The warm Mediterranean climate of Andalucia is so enticing for relaxing, personal development, and it's even becoming a fashionable destination to sneak away for a little "nip and tuck". With an extensive range of spas, retreats, private clinics and alternative health professionals based in this beautiful part of the world, it's no surprise that celebrities also love the area.

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