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Granada
At the foot of Sierra Nevada, between the Darro and Genil rivers, one of the most interesting cities in Eastern Andalusia unfolds. An impressive Andalusian legacy meets architectural gems from the Renaissance and the most modern facilities, typical of the 21st century.
Because it was the last city reconquered by the Catholic Monarchs in 1492, Granada has an unmistakable Arab flavour. Its gastronomy, crafts and urban layout are a consequence of the city's glorious history.Fountains, miradors and Cármenes, the villas surrounded by gardens which are typical of the city, add to the unforgettable charm of Granada.Not in vain was one of its oldest districts, the Albaicín, declared World Heritage Site along with the Alhambra and the Generalife. An important cultural centre for centuries, both during Muslim and Christian rule, nowadays the city boasts an enviable calendar of cultural and leisure events. Music, Cinema and Theatre seasons and festivals are listed along with permanent and temporary exhibitions that range over all fields of knowledge.Old Renaissance palaces are home to seminars, conferences and debates, while the most innovative infrastructures are ready for the bigger events.
Granada has a vast network of accommodations that includes historic buildings, such as the old convent of Santa Paula (AC Hotel) and the convent of San Francisco (Tourist Inn located inside the Alhambra), cármenes (traditional villas with gardens) in the Albaicín, and casas-cueva (cave-houses) in Sacromonte.
Because of its great connections, its marvellous climate, its beaches, and its snowed mountains, Granada is a unique destination for cultural, adventure and business travel.
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