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The City of La Dama de Baza: History in the Streets

La Dama de Baza, Museo Arqueológico Baza, seen from the old town At 844 metres above sea level, Baza is the largest town in the Altiplano and the natural base for exploring it — but it’s also a genuine destination in its own right, with over two thousand years of Iberian, Roman and Arab history […]

Beyond the Trails: Padel, Cycling & Sport in the Altiplano

The Altiplano isn’t just a place to switch off. Between the villages, the badlands and the mountains beyond, this is genuinely active country — and increasingly a destination in its own right for cyclists, runners and padel players. Padel Padel has taken off across Spain, and Baza is no exception. El Baico in Baza has […]

The Turquoise Heart of the Geopark: Kayaking & Wild Swimming in the Negratín Reservoir

Driving through the semi-arid landscapes of the Altiplano, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were in the middle of a desert. Then you turn a corner, and an unbelievable sight unfolds: a vast expanse of shimmering turquoise water flanked by dramatic red cliffs. This is the Embalse del Negratín — the stunning inland sea of […]

A Taste of the Altiplano: The Ultimate Food Lover’s Guide

The cuisine of the Altiplano de Granada is a direct reflection of its landscape: rustic, honest, and shaped by centuries of tradition. Forget fussy, complicated dishes — this is food that warms the soul, designed to be shared and savoured. The Holy Trinity: Must-Try Local Products Cordero Segureño (Segureño Lamb): the undisputed king of local […]

Beyond the Pictures: A Visitor’s Guide to the Cave Houses of the Altiplano

Imagine escaping the summer heat by stepping not into an air-conditioned room, but into the gentle, cool embrace of the earth itself. For centuries, people in this region have carved their homes directly into the clay hillsides — a practical solution for shelter that has evolved into a remarkable form of architecture. But what is […]

Untamed Beauty: A Complete Guide to Hiking in the Sierra de Castril Natural Park

Imagine stepping into a landscape often called the “Andalusian Grand Canyon” — a place where sheer limestone cliffs plunge into a river of impossible clarity, and Griffon vultures soar on thermal currents high above. This is the Sierra de Castril Natural Park, a hidden jewel of Andalusia and a hiker’s paradise waiting to be explored, […]