GRANADA

Granada is one of the pearls of Spain, most visited by tourists from all over the world. This long term capital of Moorish Andalucía occupies many buildings and monuments built during this period in Spanish history, with the world-famous "Palacio Alhambra" at the top of the list. To visit the Alhambra, you will need to buy a ticket in advance; call 00 34 915 37 91 78 from the UK or 902 22 44 60 in Spain; tickets can be purchased via www.alhambra-patronato.es or in any Spanish branch of BBVA bank.

The city of Granada has been shaped by the hills, where the old districts in the Albaicin and the Alhambra were founded, brimming with steep, narrow streets, beautiful nooks and crannies, and marvellous landscapes. The new part of the city is situated on the plain, crisscrossed by the large arteries of La Gran Vía de Colón and Calle de los Reyes Católicos, and where the busy streets around the Cathedral are found.

The city is located at the foot of the "Sierra Nevada", Spain's highest mountain-massif with great possibilities for winter-sports. The highest peak, "Mulhacén" arrives to 3478 metres. On the other hand it is not far from the Mediterranean Sea, so Granada is a great place to visit in any season.

If you are visiting Granada one of the best ways to explore the area and the region is by car and most visitors take advantage of the lost cost car hire Spain has to offer. Whether you are looking for a cheap run around for a week, or a convertible to travel in style Granada airport has a large selection from all leading suppliers.

When you live in a spanish citie like Granada you might want to learn or improve your spanish, for every purpose there are quite a few excellent language courses on offer in Granada.

If you have decided to go to Granada, you have to choose which kind of accommodation you want. An apartment in Granada might be a good idea. All the apartments are very central, so there are many restaurants where you can enjoy Spanish tapas!