The Metropol Parasol – Seville’s architectural highlight The Metropol Parasol is unlike other highlights in Seville. It is a modern structure (completed in 2011) that was a 2013 Finalist in the European Union prize for Contemporary Architecture. It claims to be the largest wooden structure in the world. But it is more than that – […]
Jaén Cathedral – one of Spain’s best Cathedrals (with Video)
Jaén Cathedral – one of Spain’s best Cathedrals (with Video) Not only is Jaén Cathedral huge, it’s considered by many to be one of Spain’s best Cathedrals. In fact it is on a tentative list to be a UNESCO world heritage site. After the reconquest of Jaén by Christian forces in 1246, a Cathedral was […]
Granada’s Albaycin (Albaicín) – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Granada’s Albaycin (Albaicín) – a UNESCO World Heritage Site Declared a UNESCO a World Heritage Site in 1984, the Albayzín (or Albaicín) is the old Moorish quarter of Granada. It is built up on a hillside facing the Alhambra and is characterized by steep steps, white-washed alleys and buildings, churches, quaint plazas, and dramatic viewpoints. […]
Comparing life in Benalmadena VS Alhaurin El Grande
What’s it like living in Benalmadena and Alhaurin El Grande Orla has seen two sides of the Costa del Sol – she’s lived in the resort town of Benalmadena and then recently moved inland to the quieter town of Alhaurin El Grande. We wanted to know what led her to this part of Spain and […]
Santa Maria la Blanca – one of Seville’s most beautiful churches
Santa Maria la Blanca – one of Seville’s most beautiful churches Seville has lots of beautiful churches but the church of Santa María de las Nieves, locally known as Santa María la Blanca, has to be the most beautiful. It is also the only religious building in Seville that has remains of three different religions. The […]
The Best of Jaén (Spain)
The Best of Jaén We didn’t expect much of the city of Jaén. We came here for a couple of days to visit a friend and to get a few administrative things done. Over those 2 days we had our best meal thus far in Spain, saw some impressive highlights, and just generally enjoyed a […]
