HolidayVillaDirect.com - Guide to Holidays in Andalucia, Spain.

In our Holiday guide to Andalucia we provide a small taste, a tapas, of what a holiday maker can expect in Andalucia, Spain.  This tourist information for Andalucia is designed purely to give you a flavour of the region of Andalucia. Use the guide to Andalucia to help you find the ideal holiday rental property via HolidayVillaDirect.com

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The holiday-villa-direct.com renters guide to Andalucia provides information to holiday makers who rent holiday homes and vacation villas in Spanish region Andalucia.

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Andalucia is the second largest region of Spain. Andalucia has a wide diversity of landscapes including the Sierra Nevada mountain range (perfect for snow skiing and other winter sports), the Tabernas desert (where the Spaghetti Western movies were filmed and where the film set remains to this day), many medieval fortress towns, areas of outstanding beauty and historical importance such as the Granada and Seville , not to mention the miles of golden sand on the world famous Andalucian Costa's. The Costa del Sol , Costa de la Luz , Costa Almeria , Costa Tropical , Costa Calida , Costa Blanca , Costa Azahar , Costa Dorado , Costa Brava and Costa Cantabria are all located in Andalucia. But don't be lulled in to thinking that Andalucia is all about beaches, it is arguably Spain's most diverse region. All you need is a sense of adventure and the inclination to explore and you will soon discover that Andalucia has so much more to offer. The Andalucian landscape is varied, ranging from the beautiful golden beaches to rocky sea coves, from desert landscapes with plains, straight roads and Western towns to snow capped mountain locations.

It is fair to say that Andalucia is home to everything that is quintessentially Spanish. Conjuring up images of colourful fiestas where the locals take great pride in dressing up in traditional costume, extravagantly dressed and passionate flamenco dancers, traditional pure bred Andalucian horses, locals playing lively Spanish guitar music, tapas, Sherry, Sangria, magnificent clear blue skies and glorious sunshine. It is a region rich in history, culture and contrasts that stretch out across Southern Spain.

Andalucia is renowned for its fantastic weather (click here for a link to the Holiday-villa-direct.com Andalucia weather page.) It enjoys an average of 325 sunny days per year. The hot, dry summers are loved by sun worshippers and the mild winters herald clear sunny days and cooler evenings. Ideal holiday weather!

The architecture in Andalucia includes the ancient Moorish / Arabic castles and palaces such as in Seville , Rhonda. And of course one of the seven ancient wonders of the world,

The Alhambra Palace is located in Granada.

You can also visit or even rent and stay in one of the famous cave houses of Granada, which are literally homes tunneled into the rocks and mountains of Granada.

Alternatively you could go modern and visit the hip and ultra modern towns Malaga, Marbella or Puerto Banus. There is a location and a pace of life to suit all in Andalucia.

Don't forget the other popular holiday destinations that can be found in Andalucia such as Nerja, Puerto Cabopino, Sitio de Calahonda, Fuengirola, Torremolinos , Benalmadena and of course that British institution and last bastion of the British Empire, Gibraltar.

Take a trip inland and venture off the beaten track along scenic woodland trails that meander through thick forests of cork and evergreen, stopping en route to admire the pristine surroundings.

Step back in time and visit one of the many whitewashed villages (pueblos), such as Mijas, which time appears to have forgotten, where an Andalucian welcome as warm as the climate awaits visitors. Venture down the narrow cobbled streets where you will usually see the locals sat relaxing, playing chequers outside a small Taverna musing over life over a coffee. Take time to get to know the region's congenial residents and to delve into its fascinating past, turning over the stones of history to reveal the stories behind its ancient Moorish and Roman heritage.

Alternatively if you enjoy life in the fast lane visit one of the many cosmopolitan cities such as Marbella or Puerto Banus where there is unlimited shopping by day and a lively nightlife.

Relax in the magnificent climate and enjoy the diverse culture and history that have made Andalucia such a perfect all year round holiday destination.

We hope that this briefest of introductions to Andalucia, Spain is of some value to you. Please feel free to visit our other information and guide pages, which we hope will help you to plan and enjoy your holiday villa rental in Andalucia, Spain.

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