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Pilgrims, Pipers, and the Purple Glow of Jacarandas

Friday, 22 May 2026Updated Friday, 22 May 2026

Pilgrims, Pipers, and the Purple Glow of Jacarandas

Edition #142 of 365

Late May sees Andalucía at its best. The jacarandas are casting a lilac haze over the city squares, and the evening light lingers long enough for a slow glass of fino before the stars come out.

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On this day in Andalucía

Today, the dusty trails of Doñana come alive as the first brotherhoods arrive for the legendary Romería del Rocío.

Weather across the region

It is a classic May day with clear skies across the region. The Costa del Sol sees 24°C, while the Atlantic coast stays slightly cooler thanks to a refreshing breeze. Inland, Sevilla and Córdoba are nudging 30°C, so stay hydrated if you are sightseeing. The mountains remain beautifully cool, offering ideal conditions for a trek through the Sierra de Cazorla.

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