The Cities of Andalucia

Best Cities to visit in Andalucia:the Alhambra hill, the Moorish quarter [Albaicin]
Cordoba - the smallest of Andalucia's three greatprovides excellent views.
cities but perhaps the most enjoyable to explore.Seville - Andalucia's capital lacks a world-ranking
The old town is packed with tiny alleyways ofsight to match the Alhambra or Mezquita, but the
whitewashed houses. The Jewish quarter is homewealth of sights packed into its narrow streets
to a delicately ornamented synagogue, one ofand the easy-going street life give it tranquility.
only three remaining in Spain. Unmissable is theThe most beautiful part of the enormous Gothic
Mezquita, the greatest mosque in the Westerncathedral is the Giralda, a golden 12th century
world. The Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos, onceminaret, with wonderful views from the summit.
the residence of Fernando and Isabella, the city'sThe Alcazar is a tranquil royal palace. Visit the
Christian liberators, has Roman mosaics andMuseum of Fine Art in the restored Convento de
beautifully kept geometrical gardens. Also, visit thela Merced. One of Europe's most important wildlife
Torre de la Calahorra and wonder at the views ofhabitats is Donana National Park - it is best visited
the Roman bridge, water wheel and old town.in the wet winter and spring months.
Granada - the "modern" city is pleasant enough,Cadiz - is smaller and less grand that the "big
but most visitors come to see the world-famousthree" above, but its stretch of fine, golden sand
Alhambra Palace, the most perfect example ofis attractive and remarkably clean for a city
Moorish architecture in Europe. Highlights are thebeach. The Museum of Fine Art and Archaeology
Patio of the Lions and the gardens, which provideis worth a visit.
a grand approach to the summer palace. Opposite