Sacromonte

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The list of fascinating neighbourhoods in Granada doesn’t stop at Albayzin. Sacromonte is an intriguing part of Granada, one that shouldn’t be missed. It is built over catacombs and derives its name from the neighbouring Sacromonte Abbey. Despite its proximity to civilization, the neighbourhood of Sacramento has an air of countryside living. There are meadows, rivers, pastures and the towering Sierra Nevada mountains in the distance

The neighbourhood is famous for being home to a diverse mix of people—gypsies, Jews, Arabs and Spaniards. This mix of ethnicities makes Sacromonte irresistible to tourists. The scenic setting is perfect for concerts and flamenco shows and there is no dearth of either in Sacromonte. Flamenco shows are a long-standing tradition in Granada. Here, they offer a unique admixture of Spanish and Oriental influences—the result is a dance like no other. A dance show in Sacromonte definitely tops our list of things to do in Granada.
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