Andalucia is one of the stunning regions of Spain. Flanked by the Mediterranean Sea on the east and the Atlantic Ocean on the west and framed by Sierra Morena mountain ranges to the north, Andalucia is renowned for its geographic diversity. Home to idyllic beaches, picturesque nature parks and marvelous monuments, Andalucia is a leading destination for pleasurable vacations.

This home of the famous flamenco culture of Spain is the hub of Spanish culture. Captivated by the natural beauty of the Andalucian landscape, the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Visigoths and Moors settled in this scenic southern region of Spain. The influence of different cultures is reflected in the gorgeous architecture of the Andalucian cities and towns.

Andalusia Tourism

One of the warmest regions of Europe, blessed by abundant sunshine and Mediterranean-like climate, Andalusia is a popular year round travel destination in Spain. With tourist facilities concentrated in the coastal municipalities, Costa del Sol, the sunny coast of Spain, attracts the largest number of tourists in Andalusia. August is the peak tourist season in coastal Andalusia.

Sand and Sun Tourism

The most visited area of Andalucia, Costa del Sol comprises of the coastline of the Province of Malaga. Dotted with numerous seaside resorts, the Mediterranean coastline of Andalucia is one of the leading ‘sand and sun’ tourism destination of Spain. Apart from Costa del Sol, other coastal areas of Andalucia attract a significant number of tourists. The Atlantic coastline of Andalucia shared by the provinces of Cadiz and Huelva is one of the hidden jewels of Spain. Costa Tropical and Costa de Almeria are home to several unspoiled beaches of Andalucia.

Eco Tourism

Due to its diverse landscape and vegetation, Andalucia is a popular eco tourism destination of Spain. Two most popular nature parks of Spain, Donana National Park and Sierra Nevada National Park are located in Andalucia.

Cultural Tourism

The best Islamic monuments of Spain are located in Andalucia. To delve into the Moorish past of Andalucia, travelers flock to the old cities of the region. In Granada, the Alhambra and the Great Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba are among the best examples of Moorish architecture of Spain. Alcazaba in Malaga, Alcazar and Giralda in Seville, Baeza and Ubeda in Jaen are some of the famous monuments of Andalucia.

Andalucia is dotted with art museums displaying works of the famous artists born in Andalusia and other parts of Spain. The Malaga Museum, Pablo Ruiz Picasso House Museum and Carmen Thyssen Museum are among the most visited art museums of Andalucia.


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