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The diverse and politically semi-autonomous region of Andalucía has a population of some 7 million and embodies what is thought of as typically Spanish – an accurate portrait of the place and its people must include the bullfight, flamenco, gypsies, remote white villages, high sierras and mass tourism on endless stretches of beach. The memories you take with you after a visit here will be colourful, joyous, intense and deeply stirring.
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This is another wonderfully old-fashioned hole-in-the-wall lined with antique barrels. Try the platters of mussels steamed with herbs and white wine.
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A stunning setting and the finest fresh seafood makes this one of the best choices in this port town.
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This romantic house is a good choice for tranquillity combined with easy access to the coast. The rooms are inviting, most with terracotta floors and wood-beam ceilings. One week minimum stay.
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The place for tempting seafood and fish stews. Try the mouthwatering atún al horno (baked tuna).
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Reputedly the second-oldest bar in town (1850), and it doesn’t seem to have changed much. Drinks are still poured from old casks. Simple tapas .
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Convenient for all the major sights, this venerable bar has more hams dangling, barrels of sherry, old posters and traditional tapas .
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One of the city’s best tapas bars. The wine list is exhaustive, as you might guess from the many wine racks on view.
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Built into the old city wall, just inside the Judería, with Moorish arches and a stone floor, this atmospheric bar offers a good range of tapas .
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Typical Andalucían houses and apartments, and native-style straw roof bungalows, nestle between pinewoods and the beach. Follow signs to Faro de Trafalgar.
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Whitewashed cottages are set amid woods, patios, arcades, pools and flowers. Each one has a different feel and colour scheme, and all are loaded with rustic charm and antiques as well as modern conveniences.
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Restaurant price categories
For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
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Hotel price categories
For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
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