Introducing Granada
Granada has an edge over other Andalucian cities. Many visitors don’t get past the allure of the Alhambra, with its woods and the Sierra Nevada as magnificent backdrops, and the mystery of the winding streets of the Albayzín. But what you’ll find if you stick around is Andalucía’s hippest, youthful city, with a free-tapas culture, innovative bars, tiny flamenco holes and thumping clubs. Here, the Islamic past feels recent as a growing North African population has filled the Albayzín with kebab and cake shops and slipper and tea nooks and even a newly-constructed mosque.
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Last updated: 14-Jan-2011
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Re: A little itinerary help?
by Shakyground 14 September 2011
Thank you! What about shortening the stays in Seville and/or Granada by a day and spending one or two nights in Arcos or Ronda? Also,…
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RE: A little itinerary help?
by anillos_de_saturno 14 September 2011
PhiMeow has provided you a good itinerary. The only point where we don't agree is the way of travel between Granada and Barcelona. I think…
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RE: A little itinerary help?
by PhiMeow 14 September 2011
Inbound 1 day Madrid 5 days Madrid to Sevilla (train) 5 days. Lots to do here - Alcazar, Giralda tower (a must climb!), Seville cathedral…
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Our Top Picks For Granada
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1 Alahambra
Imagine the drama and intrigue that once took place in the splendour of the Alahambra and the Generalife gardens.
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2 Granada's old Muslim quarter
Explore the steep, winding cobblestone streets of Albayzín.
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3 Gothic Cathedral
The incredible Gothic Renaissance Cathedral of Granada would top most must-sees if it were in any other city.
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4 Tapas
Granada's competitive tapas restaurants rate up with the best in the country.
Our favourite Granada Blogs (beta)
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Photo Junket: The Islamic Infused Alhambra
Blog: The Travel Project - 7 September 2011
Dominating the skyline over the Spanish town of Granada in the Andalucía province of Spain, the Alhambra is simply breathtaking and nothing can prepare you for what some have described as the Gardens of Babylon.
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Finding Surprises in Granada, Spain
Blog: WildJunket - 25 August 2011
I love surprises. Seriously, who doesn’t? This summer I was treated to a beautiful surprise, one that definitely left an imprint in my memories. On the night before our wedding, I was dashing around Granada, doing some last-minute preparations, when a surprise came knocking on our door.
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Alhambra in Granada
Blog: Travel Adventures of Newman - 26 June 2011
I wasn't that quite enamored with Granada, despite glowing feedback from other travelers I've met. Perhaps it was because I was coming off an emotional high from Valdelavilla, but more likely the intense heat that made walking around a miserable affair.
