Why Granada?
Granada is a city of intimacy, a city of surprises, a city of culture and a city of contrasts. Set between two rivers on a fertile vega or valley and framed by the glorious backdrop of the sparkling Sierra Nevada mountains, it is a city that seduces the senses. Sunny, flower-filled plazas lined with palm trees and tapas bars contrast with exotic Moroccan teashops straight from the Arabian nights. The old seamlessly blends with the new.
Famous for being the final place where the Christians ended 700 years of Moorish rule in Spain, it is a beguiling mix of East and West in both architecture and food. From the ancient, medieval alleyways of the Albaicin to the gypsy caves in the hills of Sacromonte;
from the quiet courtyard gardens of the Jewish Quarter to the modern, retail heaven of the City Centre, Granada has something amazing for everyone. Of course, the jewel in the crown overlooking all this, is the breathtaking Alhambra Palace.
With its colourful local fiestas, rich cultural heritage, internationally renowned festivals and a climate that positively encourages outdoor living, there is never a dull moment in Granada!