Andalusia

Andalusia is an autonomous region in southern Spain that stretches from Mediterranean beaches to the peaks of Sierra Nevada. Between these two extremes lie white villages on mountain slopes, dry plains with olive trees, and dense forests in protected valleys.

Over seven centuries of Islamic rule left palaces, irrigation systems, and architectural patterns that still shape the townscape today. After Christian reconquest in the 15th century, the region became a starting point for transatlantic trade routes.

Olive groves and vineyards grow between coastal towns and mountain villages, while tapas bars in every settlement shape the way people eat and socialize. Many evenings bring flamenco singing from open doorways, and summer months fill the squares with religious processions and community gatherings.

High-speed trains connect Madrid with the largest cities in the region, while several airports along the coast and inland offer international connections. Roads between provinces pass through mountain ranges that may close temporarily during winter.

Sierra Nevada hosts the southernmost ski resort in Europe, located just 90 minutes from Mediterranean beaches. On some spring days you can ski in the morning and swim in the sea during the afternoon.

Location: Spain

Inception: 1835

Capital city: Seville

Elevation above the sea: 600 m

Shares border with: Extremadura, Castilla–La Mancha, Region of Murcia, Gibraltar

Address: Andalusia, Spain

Website: http://juntadeandalucia.es

GPS coordinates: 37.40500,-5.98750

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:17