What to do in Granada if it rains: three plans that don’t need sunrise to get through a bad day

One of the most interesting cities of Andalusia opens at the foot of the Sierra Nevada. Being the last city to be re-conquered by the Catholic Monarchs in 1492, it gives Granada a distinctly Arabian flavor, notable for its gastronomy, crafts and urbanism. Architectural jewels from the Renaissance and the most modern facilities typical of the 21st century have been added to the impressive Andalusian heritage. Cármenes houses, surrounded by fountains, viewing points and the characteristic gardens of this city, contribute to creating unforgettable corners. Albaicín is not in vain World Heritage Along with La Alhambra and Generalife. And if it rains, there’s a plan too.

Science Park

Science Park is a 70,000 m2 interactive science museum. It is located a few minutes’ walk from the historic center of Granada.. Since its opening in 1995, it has been Andalusia’s most visited museum, cementing it as an international reference center for scientific dissemination in southern Europe. It is open from Tuesday to Sunday throughout the year and offers events and exhibitions for all audiences.

Between seven permanent exhibition pavilions and 5,000 m2 temporary exhibitions You will find areas such as the Digital Planetarium, BioDome, Culture Gallery, Library, Cinemas, Auditorium and Science Windows… Health, environment, architecture, literature, physics, chemistry, mechanics and astronomy among other subjects.

table the dawn

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HE Tablao Flamenco La Alborea It is located in a privileged area of ​​the city, in the historic center of the capital, minutes away from the main attractions such as the Albaicín, Plaza Nueva, Alhambra, the Cathedral or the Sacromonte. This is complemented by a unique and inviting space where singing, playing and dancing come together every day. A traditional flamenco showIt is also professional and above all very pure.

Upon entering La Alboreá, the participant has the opportunity to choose between being close to the table in the main stands or the intimate atmosphere of the reserved ones upstairs, where delicious food is served. The fact that the public is so close to the table makes us vibrate with the passion and emotion associated with it. UNESCO heritage multicultural art.

San Vicente Garden

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Huerta de San Vicente is nestled among gardens; At the very edge of the city, in the heart of Federico García Lorca Park, a ten-minute walk from the center, fruit trees and an endless scent of jasmine. Opened in 1995 to pay homage to the most universal poet of the ’27 Generation’, this house-museum The summer residence of García Lorca, which has largely preserved the original objects and the arrangement known to the author During the seasons he spent here between 1926 and 1936.

That the poet wrote or edited mature works, such as the baby grand piano, the old gramophone, or the desk in his room, for which he composed songs for his nephews. gypsy romance And blood wedding saturate the visit with a melancholy air. On the afternoon of August 9, 1936, García Lorca abruptly and forever left Huerta de San Vicente: seeking refuge after the outbreak of hostilities of the Civil War. A few days later he would be arrested and later shot in Barranco de Víznar.

Cover photo | Jorge Fernandez Salas