CADIZ
Cadiz, which is south of the province of Huelva, has the same Costa de la Luz (Coast of Light) coastline. This is an Atlantic coastline with long stretches of clean, uncrowded sand. Windsurfers and para-surfers have probably heard of Tarifa, which is the most southern point of the Cadiz region and is known for its constant breeze.
Inland, the area is full of pretty white villages that look like they belong on a postcard. During the cooler months, these villages sit on green hills that are kept moist by air from the Atlantic. This is in contrast to the Malaga region, which is much drier.
Jerez de la Frontera, the capital of the sherry region, is one of the most interesting towns. Many of the bodegas there give tours to show how sherry is made. People who like to drink should know the names Gonzalez Byass and Pedro Domecq. The famous equestrian school Real Escuela Andaluza de Arte Ecuestre is where the famous white horses of Andalucia are trained.
Cadiz is a city with a lot of history. According to a myth, Hercules founded the city, but it was most likely founded by the Phoenicians in 1100 BC. Over the years, Carthaginians, Romans, and Moors have all lived in the city. Cadiz is on a piece of land that is almost completely surrounded by water. It has been attacked many times, mostly by the British. Sir Francis Drake was the first to attack in 1587.
Cadiz is a great place to look around because it has many narrow streets and alleys that lead to lively market squares.
Accommodation is usually very nice, and whether you stay in a rural self-catering rental in Jimena de la Frontera to try the sherry or a cosy guest house, bed and breakfast in Cadiz, you'll have a vacation to remember.
