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Granada's location in the heart of Andalucia provides
easy access to both the mountains and the sea. Only 30 minutes drive
from
Granada is the Sierra Nevada National Park. This is probably most famous
for its Ski Resort, the highest in Spain and furthest South in Europe,
meaning you really can enjoy both sun and snow. It was significantly
expanded during 1996 for the World Alpine Skiing championships.
During
the winter you can enjoy skiing, along with husky rides, skidoo
rides and sledging. If you don't like the snow the National Park
also provides numerous other activities, both in winter and in
summer, such as walking, horse riding, mountain biking, quad
biking, canoeing, climbing, abseiling or paragliding. These activities
take place at a lower altitude than the ski resort so don't worry,
you won't be trudging through the snow. For those looking for
a more relaxing holiday, a day in a thermal spa where you can
treat yourself to massages, saunas, solariums and beauty treatments
is also available.
South of the Sierra Nevada, you will find the
scenic Alpujarras. This is a stunning mountain range interspersed
with
typical white villages. This area has remained almost unchanged since
Moorish occupation due to the fact that up until recently, accessibility
has been very difficult.
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A day here can
include a guided walk, mountain biking or horse-riding in the morning,
followed by a visit to some
of
the most picturesque villages, where you will find many local crafts
and fresh produce from the mountains to sample.
Click on the links below for more info.

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