In Andalucia, at National Park Sierra Nevada, a number of villages nestled at the foot of the Sierra succeed, between the provinces of Granada Y Almería, among wonderful valleys and mountains and rivers accompanied by Guadalfeo Y Trevelez and descending from the Sierra Nevada. La primera ciudad con la que nos encontramos conocida como la entrada a las Alpujarras es Lanjarón and continuing the ascent up the road A-4132, we will find Orgiva. From there, turning aside the route GR-4201 we arrived to canary, and then resumes the route A-4132 a group of people who deserve the visit or at least downshift and appreciate the scenery, Bayacas, Carataunas Y Soportújar, then passing the Barranco del poqueira and continuing along the path A-4132 arrive at Pampaneira, higher Bubión Y Capileira.
No está claramente definido el origen s significado del nombre de la zona, Alpujarra, probably it comes from an Arabic term that could mean "green land" or "land of herbs" but according to some other interpretations could also mean "white lands", but also it could have had Celtic influence the definition of the name.
Las Alpujarras has a unique and valuable natural and cultural heritage, present in each valley, in every town, in each mountains and along all the way that runs.
As on other occasions I have written, the road is an important part of the walk so I think it is advisable to take it as such, I enjoy it, stop when we like somewhere or call our attention, viewpoints leverage created by man and those who often naturally generate to appreciate the amazing sights on our trip. Or stop in a village that seems tale in the middle of the mountain or nature .... Travel to the Alpujarras is a suitable ride to enjoy from the start of the journey.
These are just some data collected on the experience in this high part of Spain. Because it is an area of great tourist attraction, there is much information on it. They are many peoples that make up the set of Alpujarras, Continuing along the route such as A-4131 portugis, Busquisar, Juviles, Mairena, Bayárcal, Laujar de Andarax and others to Alhabia.
Our tour begins in Málaga and thence by the A-7 to take then the A-44 and then turn off the A-348 to the right, are some 120 kilometers to Lanjarón, there is where this wonderful ride begins with such splendid landscapes that are enjoyed you look at where you look and, as I said before, from the road.
Orgiva es uno de los puebos con los que nos encontramos en el camino y en los que nos detuvimos antes de llegar a nuestro destino Pampaneira.
After a short walk we continue way to Pampaneira.
Pampaneira It is one of the beautiful and serene White villages with which we find throughout all Alpujarras. It is a place where you can find peace and quiet in quiet walks along its narrow streets lined with white walls. It is one of the most attractive cities for tourism and one of the most visited in the whole.
Various shops with typical products give a special color to the whiteness of the people. Highlights include rug weaving. Along with shops, the neighbors are responsible for beautifying the facades giving people special treatment which includes many plants and flowers. Likewise bars, that open onto terraces on the sidewalks and streets, son de gran aporte para que el lugar tenga este ambiente especial.
Because of the geography of the area, the people have had to adapt to the terrain, houses being built in stages, lo que les da una particular fisonomía y unas atractivas vistas. La arquitectura es sencilla, flat roofs and white walls forming terraces in projecting their typical chimneys.
The scenery and views obtained from the village of Pampaneira They are really beautiful. It is a lush area due to the presence of the river Poqueira. Approaching the limits of the town are obtained fantastic views. Pampaneira and its surroundings are conducive for meditation and contact with nature.
Since Pampaneira by A-4129 it's found Bubión a particular people with the characteristics of the place with its typical white houses fireplaces and flat roofs. The views from the road are great.
As for the typical foods in the region, include its sausages and ham especially Trévelez, in this city which is located higher up in Spain, also you can taste typical sweets and pastries of Moorish influence is almost impossible to stop testing.
Our tour came up to stay in Pampaneira Bubión, and while leaving ahead long way to go, let this fantastic Andalusian area with the satisfaction of being able to visit this splendid place with its peculiarities that make it almost unique.
Alpujarras, A way to continue traveling.
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