We went to Granada for the day and as we were driving we could see the snow capped mountains after visiting Alhambra Palace we decided to investigate and go up the mountain. It took a good 20 minutes of climbing and we reached the top sad to say the cable cars were not operating but it was fab having a... More

Visiting Spain and not spending a few days in Las Alpujarras and not spending time here is like visiting Scotland and never going to the Highlands! No wonder it's a magnet for Buddhists and Yogi's More

The Alpujarras offer lovely scenery and some of the towns are quite pleasant, but, in my opinion, the towns and the scenery in the mountainous regions of Italy are more enjoyable. More

The integrity of the rural way of life. Real Spain -not the usual tourist rubbish. More

We only walked up from Berchules along the Entrerios trail (if I remember correctly). Stunning views, constantly changing characteristics of the landscape, crystal clear water, mystical ruins of castles and cottages... Get away from it all and visit the area! More

Lots of amazing walks here. The little towns are very pretty and good food too, lots of good places to stay. Its just beautiful countryside with walks for all from the most energetic to the more laid back. More

A large area of countryside with a wide range of attrctions and mountain passes More

A hidden gem, it just cannot be described.A visit to Spain without visiting Pampaneira and its white washed casitas perched on top of greenest mountains with a view of the Mediterranean (Yes, that too!!) should be a sin. And don´t forget its food, tapas,and olive oil. More

The villages below Pitres are really special, and little known. If you like authentic mountain villages and spectacular walking, this is for you More