Andalucia, the most southern region in Spain, is well known for its sunny weather, beautiful beaches, excellent food, flamenco dancing, and numerous iconic sights including the Alhambra and several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. While most visitors head to Seville, Granada, and Marbella, there are many other stunning cities and towns worth a visit!
Ronda
The historic town of Ronda is located just a short distance from Seville, Malaga, and Grenada and is easily visited in a day. Known as the birthplace of modern-day bullfighting, Ronda is situated on the edge of a gorge and offers stunning vistas of the Andalusia mountains and countryside. Ronda is one of the oldest towns in Spain and offers great opportunities for hiking and sightseeing, as well as some excellent restaurants and tapas bars.
Seville
Famous for its flamenco dancing, stunning architecture, and historic churches and palaces, Seville is the largest city in Andalusia. When visiting Seville, you’ll get to see three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Alcazar- the oldest used palace in Europe with stunning gardens, and the Cathedral that is the burial site of Christopher Columbus.
This once-Roman city is home to the only river port in all of Spain and has a fascinating history. Legend has it, Seville was founded by Hercules himself! When in town you’ll also want to visit the Metropol Parasol- an architectural marvel that holds the title of the world’s largest wooden structure and contains a terrace observatory and a market.
Malaga
One of the oldest cities in Europe, Malaga is most known for its art and culture, largely thanks to being the birthplace of Pablo Picasso. With many interesting museums and historic buildings to see you will delight in exploring the city.
Malaga is also well known for its nightlife and music scene, featuring countless music bars, cafés, and nightclubs. A perfect marriage of gorgeous, sandy coastline and bustling urban environment, this southern Andalusian city offers so much to do no matter what kind of adventure you are looking for. The weather in this area is mild, rarely dropping below 10C, making it a comfortable destination to explore in any season.
Frigiliana
This picturesque city was voted the prettiest village in Andalucia by the Spanish tourism authority, so there’s no surprise it’s on our list of can’t miss places. Whitewashed houses with pops of blue and purple accents line cobblestone streets, putting Frigiliana on the map as one of Andalusia’s famous white towns.
If you’re lucky enough to visit during the last week of August each year, you’ll get to experience the town’s Festival of the Three Cultures where they celebrate the region’s Christian, Muslim and Jewish traditions.
Cadiz
Situated at the tip of a peninsula, this ancient port city offers an abundance of delicious regional food, lively plazas, and beautiful beaches. As the oldest city in Western Europe Cadiz has a charming and quaint vibe with many tasty tapas bars, lovely cobblestone streets, and several historic buildings including over 100 watchtowers and an iconic 18th-century cathedral.
Granada
One of the most frequently visited tourist destinations in Andalucia, Granada is the perfect city to spend a few days exploring. One of the biggest draws to the city is Alhambra, the gorgeous Islamic palace that blends both Islamic and Spanish Renaissance architecture to honour the vast history of the area. This complex is without a doubt worth a visit if you are in the area! The city itself is a lovely mix of Arab and Spanish street life with contrasting modern and traditional features.
A trip to the stunning towns of Andalucia is an amazing experience any time of the year.
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