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The capital of Andalucía, Granada, was once the greatest Islamic city in Europe. Located at the base of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the area has been populated since before the Greeks and shows the marks of the various occupations since. No one has made more of an impact on the city than its Islamic rulers, who made Granada the stronghold of Moorish Spain. Even today, Granada is home to the greatest Moorish relic in Europe, the Alhambra. The Alhambra is considered by some to be one of the ten wonders of the world, a complex of palace and fortress, which was home to the Arabic Sultans who ruled the region.
Granada is not just a city of ancient wonders though, home to the prestigious University of Granada, it has a lively and cosmopolitan nightlife due to its large student population. With its charming historic centre, narrow twisting streets, lively restaurants and bars, travellers taking flights to Granada will discover a city with everything to offer.
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Peak season
The height of the tourist season in Granada is July and August, when the city can become overcrowded with tourists. The city remains fairly popular into September and gets busy again leading up to summer.
Off season
Spring and autumn are ideal times to visit Granada, with warm days and not too chilly nights. September is a particularly good time to visit, as the summer heat is still lingering but there are far less tourists so you are much more likely to pick up a bargain. Even winter can be a good time for a trip, as the Sierra Nevada mountains provide the city with the most southern ski-resort in Europe.
Granada is a compact city and best explored on foot; driving isn't advisable as the roads can get extremely congested. The bus system is reliable and easy to use. Taxis are also readily available.
The main airport for travellers taking flights to Granada is:
Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén (GRX) (website: www.aena.es/csee/) located around nine miles west of Granada.
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