ANDALUCIA NEWS

Irish director Jim Sheridan to receive top honour at Seville Film FestivalThe acclaimed filmmaker behind My Left Foot and In the Name of the Father will be celebrated for his extraordinary contribution to European cinema Jim Sheridan, often described as the voice of Ireland in European cinema, will be honoured with the Giraldillo.. 22/10/2025

Dogs bring therapy and joy to residents at Caser Residencial MálagaCanine-assisted sessions keep residents’ minds engaged and their spirits high   Residents at Caser Residencial Málaga are benefiting from a heartwarming initiative that combines companionship and care: weekly visits from therapy dogs.. 02/07/2025

Noche de San Juan: Spain's fiery night of beach bonfires, magic and meaning, celebrated every year in JuneThe firsta of San Juan is a magical mix of bonfires, beach parties and centuries-old traditions that light up the start of summer Imagine this: the beach at night, bonfires glowing, music pumping, people laughing, jumping over flames or diving into..

New species just discovered in Spain: Tiny creature with huge eyes found in ancient Roman mine in SevilleScientists have made a rare find in the 2,000-year-old, man-made tunnels: a new species that has never been seen before A team of researchers exploring an ancient Roman water mine near the village of Carmona, in Seville province, has made an unexpected.. 29/05/2025

Seville Cathedral: A Gothic masterpiece and the largest of its kindAn architectural marvel, the Catedral de Sevilla stands as one of the world's most breathtaking Gothic cathedrals Seville Cathedral, or the Catedral de Santa María de la Sede, is an extraordinary feat of Gothic architecture and the largest cathedral..

Cádiz's bold new port project to feature stunning underwater exhibits and concert venueA new cultural hub with a state-of-the-art auditorium and an Atlantic-themed experience centre is set to transform Cádiz’s waterfront   The city of Cádiz is on track to become a major cultural destination with an ambitious.. 18/02/2025

Discover Spain's little-known olive spitting festival in AlmeríaThe tiny Andalucía town of Canjáyar has a fiesta each autumn based around its olives   Every autumn, around October or November, the otherwise unassuming rural hilltop village of Canjáyar in the province of Almería has a..

Halloween and All Saints' Day in Spain: Traditions and everything you need to knowThe holiday has grown in popularity in recent years—here is all you need to know about Halloween and the related holiday of All Saints’ Day in Spain   In recent times, Halloween has become ever more popular in Spain. No longer.. 30/10/2024

Discover El Coto de las Canteras: The Petra of AndaluciaThis magical piece of history is located less than two hours from Cádiz Looking for a unique and exotic travel destination without setting foot on a plane, or even spending too long on the road? Look no further than El Coto de las Canteras.. 27/02/2024

Science museum Granada: What to do in Granada capital city with kidsEntertain the children and enjoy a fun day out in central Granada learning about astronomy, animals and more The Ciudad de las Ciencias (Science City) science museum in Granada, also known as the Parque de las Ciencias (Science Park), is just a short walk..

Granada and the historic Alhambra palace: Unmissable tourist attraction in SpainThe Alhambra continues to be one of the biggest draws in Spain   Granada is only the 19th largest municipality in Spain in terms of population, but is without a doubt one of the best known cities internationally and attracts a large volume of visitors..

Visit the amazing Geode of Pulpí, listed as a Natural Monument of AndalusiaThe stunning chasm in the province of Almería is lined with gypsum crystals Located in the province of Almería, the giant Geoda de Pulpí is a rock cavity lined with mineral materials that form a breathtaking array of stalactites.. 22/11/2023

10 must-see museums in AndaluciaFrom the Archivo de Indias to the Picasso in Malaga, the region has several cultural spots that shouldn’t be missed The vast community of Andalucia has been enthralling visitors for years with its sun-kissed beaches and cosmopolitan cities.. 03/03/2023

5 unique museums in the province of AlmeriaThe Andalucía province is home to several fascinating museums as well as archaeological sites Walking through a museum represents a journey through the history and culture of the region, and Almeria is not only rich in archaeological sites but also..

Historic Sevilla parks and gardens are fitted with CCTV to stamp out vandalismMaria Luisa Park and the Murillo and Delicias Gardens in Sevilla have suffered frequent vandal attacks in recent years Sevilla's historic parks and gardens attract thousands of visitors on a daily bases, and whilst the vast majority respect the.. 17/01/2022

Two new Michelin star restaurants in AndalusiaThe restaurants Cañabota (Sevilla) and Nintai (Marbella) join the list of Andalusian haute cuisine restaurants The world of haute cuisine reached its annual climax this Tuesday, December 14, in Valencia for the gastronomic event of the year.. 14/01/2022