Granada

Granada is perhaps the most layered city in Andalusia. Built at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, where two rivers meet, it is one of the places in Europe where the Islamic heritage is felt most strongly. Before the Reconquista was completed in 1492, it was the capital of the Nasrid Sultanate — and the weight of that era is still present on every corner. What sets Granada apart from other Andalusian cities is not only the Alhambra. Getting lost in the narrow streets of Albaicín, discovering the cave houses of Sacromonte — these are the things that make Granada truly unique. The city is both historical and alive; one of the rare destinations that remains tourist-friendly while still holding on to its soul.