In spring, with the orange blossom intoxicating its residents, Seville is one the most beautiful cities in the world. The light, the bars, the river and the cities parks all contribute to make this Andalucian capital city a must stop of point for travellers. Best to explore the back streets and markets than just the monuments, such as the ever popular cathedral and the Torre del Oro. The Plaza de Espana is spectacular but try Instead to haunt the bars and alleyways, the rivers edge and the smaller churches that never get the queues nor the coaches of videoing day trippers. Look for the shadows and the silence. Its there.
Not long back, a small fishing resort and agricultural town on the Granda coast. Now, an expanding metropolis ripping out the soul of the town to replace it with car parks, golf courses and 4 star hotels. Huge migrant groups seeking sun and cheap (not so any more) lifestyle come for the winter and stay on forming miniature colonies that further de-characterise a very bland town. Keep moving on if you can. Some good things; nice bays and clear water, but watch the jelly fish invasions throughout the summer.
Known as the City of Water due to the meeting of 5 separate rivers, this small town west of Granada has little to offer the passing tourist in terms of attractions and monuments, but offers an amazing cycle of events and ferias throughout the year. Such as the Feria de la Tapa, the Incensarios in Semana Santa, Eco Loja, or the spectacular Va de Calle in June. Check out www.thecityofwater.com for details of this town and the google calendar that tracks the cultural offerings.