Cave House Country - exploring the Altiplano de Granada

Towns and Villages

• Baza

  The old market town of Baza is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain. Many places of historical and archaeological interest, photos, fiestas.

• Benamaurel

  The quaint and historic village of Benamaurel is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain. Many places of historical and archaeological interest, cave houses, photos, fiestas

• Caniles

  The village of Caniles is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain. Many places of historical and archaeological interest, cave houses, photos, fiestas, Sierra de Baza Natural Park.

• Castilléjar

  The picturesque village of Castilléjar is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain. Many places of historic and archaeological interest, cave houses, photos, fiestas.

• Castril

  The picturesque village of Castril is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain, close to beautiful Natural Parks.

• Cortes de Baza

  The village of Cortes de Baza is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain, to the north of the beautiful Lake Negratín.

• Cuevas del Campo

  The tranquil village of Cuevas del Campo is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain. Cave houses, photos, fiestas.

• Cúllar

  The town of Cúllar is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain. Many places of historical and archaeological interest, cave houses, photos, fiestas

• Freila

  The pretty village of Freila is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain. Cave houses, photos, fiestas.

• Galera

  The charming village of Galera is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain. Historical and archaeological interest, cave houses, photos, fiestas

• Huéscar

  The picuresque town of Huéscar is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain and is dominated by its magnificent 16thC Church. Photos, fiestas.

• Orce

  The historic village of Orce is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain and is of major historical and archaeological interest . Photos.

• Puebla de Don Fadrique

  The attractive village of Puebla de Don Fadrique is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain, surrounded by lovely mountains and countryside. Photos.

• Zújar

  The attractive village of Zújar is in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain, close to Lake Negratín. Photos.

Natural Environment

• Lakes

  The three main lakes (embalses) in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain are Negratín, El Portillo and San Clemente. Photos.

• Mountains

  Mountains of the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain. La Sagra, Jabalcón. Photos.

• Natural Parks

  Natural Parks of the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucía, Spain. Sierra de Baza, Sierra de Castril. Photos.

• Flowers

  Photos of flowers to be found in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucia, Spain.

Cave Dwellings

• Cave Houses

  Cave Houses are one of the most fascinating features of the Altiplano de Granada, in Andalucía, Spain. Description, history, photos.

Exploring the Area

• Index of Trips

  Walks and Drives in the Altiplano de Granada, Andalucia, Spain

• Basti - Ancient Baza

  A visit to the archaeological site of Basti - ancient Baza, Andalucía, Spain.

• 13thC Arab Baths - Baza

  The 13C Arab Baths - Baños Árabes - in Baza, Granada are one of the best examples of this type of Moorish architecture in Spain.

• Baza Car Boot/Rastro

  This popular Baza Car Boot Sale/ Rastro is held every Sunday behind the Hotel Abadi off the A-92.

• Exploring Benamaurel

  Discovering old Moorish Benamaurel and "Las Hafas" - walk and drive.

• Castril Walk - Town and River

  A lovely circular walk through the dramatic Castril River gorge and the picturesque village.

• Huéscar - La Sagra

  A scenic drive from Huéscar around the peak of La Sagra, taking in sights of great natural beauty and of historical interest.

• Orce - Minas de Silex Circuit

  A circular drive from Orce to the site of prehistoric silex mines from where there are spectacular panoramic views.

• Jabalcón - Summit and Circuit

  A spectacular drive up to the summit of Cerro de Jabalcon and around its flanks.

• Santa Barbara Summit - Sierra de Baza

  A walk up to the Santa Barbara summit in the beautiful Sierra de Baza.

• La Sagra Summit

  A 5 hour return walk to the summit of La Sagra (2,381m).

• Gorafe Dolmens Circuit

  A pleasant drive to explore the fascinating area around Gorafe with its plethora of ancient tombs.