Sitting in the southernmost region, Andalusia is blessed with the country’s most distinguished and beautiful landscapes. Almost presenting the contrast image of Spain, beyond the bustling city life and vast stretches of beaches, Andalusia has mountains, river valleys, clam white villages, and natural parks.
While most of the places get a regular flow of tourists even in limited numbers, the nature parks are often a missed spot, which needs equal popularity. When planning your Andalusia tour package, ensure to have a reserved spot for visiting the most beautiful natural parks.
- Sierra Nevada National Park
One of the breath-taking natural parks in Andalusia, Sierra Nevada National Park houses the highest peaks on the Iberian Peninsula and the most famous being Mulhacen. The park is also home to towering mountains, rivers, and valleys spanning different landscapes.
You will also find the natural park to boast a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna. If you are into camping and hiking, this natural park offers it all, and another feature that adds to its beauty is the ruins of the Moorish architecture in Granada.
- Los Alcornocales Natural Park
The Los Alcornocales Natural Park is one of the largest in Europe and is also a protected area. It got its name because of the huge forests of cork oak trees that creates a blanket of lush greenery which can’t be found anywhere else in all over Andalusia.
Different ecosystem thrives within the park, ranging from mountains, valleys, woodlands, and rivers. It also houses rich wildlife and have different species taking shelter here like deer, boars, and exotic birds. You can enjoy hiking and camping here with exploring the white villages located nearby.
- Strait Natural Park
Located at the meeting point of the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea, Strait Natural Park offers the most stunning view. It features vast coastlines, beaches, hills, and rich biodiversity, and you can even look across the Strait of Gibraltar.
The park is precisely famous as the resting spot for the migratory birds, and the waters has rich marine life with whales and dolphins. Nearby fishing villages also add to the charm of the park, along with providing opportunities of adventure activities.
There are about 30 natural parks in Andalusia that gives you a peek through the distinctive natural landscapes of the region, unlikely to be found anywhere else in Spain.
