Late April is a glorious window when the scent of jasmine starts to replace the fading orange blossom across our plazas. It is a week of nervous excitement as fairgrounds are built and the first glasses of chilled sherry are poured in anticipation.
Today's reading
The Weight of the Blood: How Flamenco Outlives the Stage in Jerez
Dive into the soul of Jerez, where flamenco is a way of life passed down through families, not just a stage show.
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Discover Almería’s rugged beauty from the saddle, featuring routes through the Tabernas desert and steep mountain passes.
Read guide →On this day in Andalucía
In 1904, the Nobel laureate Vicente Aleixandre was born in Sevilla, a poet who masterfully captured the Mediterranean light.
Weather across the region
Expect glorious sunshine with highs of 26°C in Sevilla and Córdoba, while a light breeze keeps the Atlantic coast refreshing. The Costa del Sol enjoys a mild 21°C, perfect for a long seaside lunch. In the Sierra Nevada, the snow is melting rapidly, so expect crisp air if you are hiking. Almería remains dry and bright, ideal for exploring the desert trails.