What to Do in Córdoba. Córdoba is one of our favorite Spanish cities, one we’ve visited 3 times now. It is one of Spain’s great historic cities, the capital of Islamic rule on the Iberian peninsula for several centuries. But there’s also Roman history as well as Catholic History: Córdoba was the headquarters of the […]
A Guide on Viewpoints in Granada’s Albaicin
A Guide on Viewpoints in Granada’s Albaicin. Granada’s Albaicin is the oldest part of the city, a neighbourhood once populated by Granada’s Moorish population. It is built on a hillside characterized by steep steps, white-washed alleys and buildings, churches, quaint plazas…and dramatic viewpoints looking out over both the Alhambra and the city. Many visitors will […]
Almodóvar Castle: A great day trip from Córdoba
Almodóvar Castle: A great day trip from Córdoba. Almodóvar Castle is straight out of a fairy tale, a castle on a high hill with incredible 360 views. Built by the Moors where a Roman fort once stood, it is considered one of the best castles in all of Spain. It was also a filming location […]
A Guide to a Scenic walk around the Alhambra (Granada, Spain)
A Guide to a Scenic walk around the Alhambra. This 1 hour walk (if you walk at a steady pace) takes you from the city center to the Alhambra forest, around the walls of the Alhambra, and back down the other side of the Alhambra back into the center. It’s a great walk because of […]
The Patios of Córdoba – what you should know
The Patios of Córdoba – what you should know. Every year, in May, Córdoba has festival called the Patios of Córdoba. In 2025, it runs from May 5th to May 18th. The Patios of Córdoba are a flower and courtyard festival in one, a chance to visit different courtyards all over the city and admire […]
What to Do in the City of Almeria
What to do in the City of Almeria. We spent 3 days in Almería. Why visit Almería? And what to see and do in Almeria? I cover that in this post. Why visit Almeria in the first place? This region is the driest in Europe and has some impressive landscapes. Coming in on the train […]
