How Great is Granada? Firstly, Granada was great because there was no rain. Days of rain dampen one's spirit (pun intended) and it is hard to feel the enthusiasm of a new and exciting place when you are cold, wet and really have no place to go because all the sites to see are outside. So..no rain gave us (me) a chance to "dry out" the attitude and try again. Secondly, (and really most importantly) Granada was fanstastic because it is SO different from the rest of Spain. The Moorish influence is everywhere and without trying one can feel transported to the north of Africa just by walking down the street. My personal favourite was the narrow street market of the Albaycin with its shops and shops of brightly coloured glassware, ceramic tiles, colourfully beaded scarves and more. (Anyone for a belly dancing outfit?) Man I wish I didn't have to carry a backpack:(
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