Area: 87,581 km²
Population: 7.36 million
Capital: Seville
Andalusia is located on the southern end of Europe, and therefore could be
called the point of union between Europe and Africa, as well as the point of
encounter between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. This
region’s role as a cultural crucible has left a vast legacy, with such stellar
examples as La Alhambra in Granada or the great Mosque of Cordoba, both on the
World Heritage List, along with the cities of Úbeda and Baeza, in the province
of Jaén.
The diversity and ecological richness of Andalusia ranges from the highest peaks
on the Iberian Peninsula in Sierra Nevada (Granada) to the extensive wetlands
of Doñana National Park, volcanic deserts, and a long coastline with many
kilometres of beaches. This is one of the hottest regions in Spain, with
high temperatures and a dry climate in summer, and mild winters with
intermittent rains.
For more information:
Andalusian
tourism website