The Alpujarra of Granada
The Alpujarra of Granada is one of the most unique regions of Spain, both for its natural heritage and its landscape, as well as being one of the most nationally and internationally recognized places in the province of Granada.
A rural region with an unbeatable geographical position, located a few kilometers from the Mediterranean Sea, in the heart of the province of Granada, well connected both with the capital of Granada and with Malaga and Almeria.
A natural and scenic enclave of great beauty, which captures the visitor from the first glance, a unique rural territory where to experience again the direct contact with our primitive nature.
The Alpujarra of Granada has a cultural heritage of incalculable value, the historical events that took place in this region have bequeathed us monuments, traditions and a way of conceiving our existence in a mystical and universal way, a cosmopolitan territory open to all cultures.
One of the signs of identity of this territory is its architecture: Alpujarra’s civil architecture is one of the signs of identity of this rural region, the villages do not follow a defined construction scheme, the narrow and winding streets are adapted to the terrain, forming a unique structure that invites you to stroll and take refuge among its intimate and quiet streets.
The houses are generally one or two stories, with flat roofs and one or more chimneys. The construction materials are characterized by the use of natural products such as stone and plaster, in essence, it is a beautiful and simple type of architecture, adapted to the terrain and landscape, offering all the comforts of bioclimatic architecture.
Another of the signs of identity of this territory is its craftsmanship, the Alpujarra craftsmanship is very important, an art that has been perpetuated for centuries and that offers genuine products, made with natural materials, such as the typical products of pottery or the famous Jarapas, carpets, blankets, bedspreads and curtains typical of the Alpujarra.
The Alpujarra is a natural territory that also offers us the possibility to enjoy products of traditional agriculture, natural, healthy and of great quality, such as vegetables, fruits, nuts, mainly almonds, olive oil, ham or wines, the region is recognized worldwide for its wines that are grown in high mountains, the highest wines of the entire European continent.
This agricultural wealth is also reflected in a rich typical gastronomy with dishes as tasty as the rich pot stews, of which highlights the fennel stew, hot or cold soups, such as roasted garlic soup or the typical summer gazpacho made with natural tomatoes from the Alpujarra garden, or the rich Migas alpujarreñas, a tasty and hearty dish, special mention to the typical salads like the remojón without forgetting the salads made from the most common seasonal fruits of the region as the brevas, figs, cherries, pears, apples or rowanberries.
In short, the Alpujarra of Granada is one of the most accessible earthly paradises, equipped with everything necessary to live and work in nature, surrounded by beauty, a place where to grow personally and professionally, leading a peaceful, exciting and highly satisfying life.
