Description
Book SynopsisThe city that became the last outpost of Moorish Spain rules over a spectacular and mountainous province encompassing remote uplands as well as the snowy Sierra Nevada and the fertile valleys of the Alpujarra. What draws visitors beyond all else is a single monument, the Alhambra. Overlooking the city is the lofty Sierra Nevada, with great hiking in summer and skiing in winter. Further south, the province has a short coastline known as the Costa Tropical, a far cry from the resorts further east and west. * Essentials section with practical advice on getting there and around. * Highlights map so you know what not to miss. * Comprehensive listings including where to eat, sleep and relax. * Detailed street maps for Granada, La Alhambra & Generalife * Slim enough to fit in your pocket. Loaded with advice and information, this concise Footprint guide will help you get the most out of Granada & the Sierra Nevada without weighing you down.
Table of Contents1) Planning your trip 2) Granada city (La Alhambra; Plaza Nueva to Sacromonte; El Albayzin; The Catedral and around; University district; In Federico Garcia Lorca's footsteps) 3) Sierra Nevada (Pradollano) 4) La Alpujarra (Western Alpujarra; High Alpujarra; Southern Alpujarra; Northeastern Alpujarra) 5) East from Granada (Guadix; La Calahorra; Gorafe; Baza) 6) La Costa Tropical (Almunecar and La Herradura; Salobrena) 7) West from Granada (Montefrio; Alhama de Granada) 8) Background 9) Practicalities
