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Category: What to do in Andalucia
The Stupa of Benalmádena
Did you know that Europe’s largest stupa is located in Benalmádena? You might have wondered what is the large white geometric shaped building with gold dome which can be seen from Fuengirola beach when looking up towards the Benalmádena hillside? At the entrance of Benalmádena village you will find Europe’s largest Buddhist stupa (temple). Normally a […]
Visit Bolonia in Cádiz – one of the best beaches in Spain
How about a trip to the Cádiz region to visit the Bolonia beach and the interesting archaeological site of Baelo Claudia? The Cádiz region is well-known for its white sandy beaches, many of them in unspoilt natural surroundings. The coastal region can be very windy and there are often big waves on the sea, making it […]
“Conquer” The Iberian Peninsula’s two highest peaks on the same day without stress – Pico de Veleta (3,394 m) and Mulhacen (3,482 m)
A hike description from Pico de Veleta to Mulhacen. It sounds ambitious for “normal” people, and is not described in very many places on the internet, but it is actually possible to hike the Iberian Peninsula’s two highest peaks on the same day – without stress – and without getting too much sweat on your […]
A visit to Cabo de Gata in Andalusia
We needed to get a little bit away from everyday life, and therefore decided to take three days off and go to Cabo de Gata, the south-easternmost point on the Iberian peninsula – and one of Spain’s most distinctive and exciting nature reserves. We therefore booked three nights at the 4star MC San Jose, located […]
The beautiful courtyards in Córdoba
During May the Courtyard Festival takes place in Córdoba from the 4th of May till the 17th of May. There is free entrance to all courtyards which are called “Patios” in Spanish. If you are you in Málaga during this time, we recommend you make this trip to Córdoba where you will experience incredibly beautiful […]
Visit the Orchid Park – Botanical garden in Estepona
An exciting new botanical garden specialized in orchids has just been inaugurated in Estepona. The botanical park Orchidarium is located on the outskirts of Estepona town at “Calle Salvador Dali number 22,” and is clearly visible with three distinctive glass domes where one of them is 30 meters high. The Orchid building is divided into […]
Tips for Seville April Fair
On Saturday the 14th of April 2018 at 00.00 hours, the Seville April Fair, also called in Spanish “Feria de Abril” will be officially inaugurated when several thousand lights will be switched on the gateway to the fairground. The Seville April fair lasts to the 21st of April so you have a whole week to […]
How to book a ticket for the “Caminito del Rey” – the royal walkway in El Chorro, Malaga
This is how you book a ticket for the “Caminito del Rey” – try the exciting walk on the royal pathway, if you do not suffer from vertigo. The Caminito del Rey was opened to the public on the 28th of March 2015. Procedure to book your ticket for Caminito Del Rey – Malaga You […]
Pompidou Centre opens in Málaga
The French Pompidou Centre in Paris opens its first branch up in Europe. You will find the Pompidou Centre Málaga in the characteristic “glass cube” which is located at Muelle Uno near the waterfront. The art centre opens to the public on the 28th of March and will have a permanent exhibition of the collections […]
The Russian Museum opens in Málaga
Málaga is becoming more and more known as a culture city with exciting art museums. We already have the Picasso and Carmen Thyssen Museum. During March month another art museum will be inaugurated, which is called “Collections from the Russian Museum“. The Russian Museum in St. Petersburg has one of the largest collections of Russian […]