About La Alpujarra

Sandwiched between the Mediterranean sea Spain's Sierra Nevada mountains, Las Alpujarras comprises a series of white-washed villages perched on the slopes of the lower Sierra, and the opposing hills of the Contraviesa. Today tourism is flourishing in the Western Alpujarras. Walkers, and those with a taste for natural beauty, have been drawn to the famous villages of Pampaneira, Bubión and Capileira, where the mountain Mulhacén provides a spectacular backdrop to the pretty villages.

The central and eastern Alpujarra remain relatively untouched by tourism. Farming remains the primary local activity, and the hillsides are terraced with almonds, olives and vines. The fertile slopes are irrigated by a system of ancient moorish water channels, known as acequia, which distribute the melt water from the High Sierra to the farms below. Above the villages lies a vast National Park, ensuring that the beauty of the region remains untouched by modern developments. The park is a green oasis of mountain oaks, chestnut and pine trees, cut through by mountain streams. Here weather beaten shepherds still graze flocks of sheep and goats, and the sound of their bells rings through the valleys. With patience one can spot wild ibex, mountain goats, golden eagles, and even wild boar.

The Alpujarra region uniquely combines exquisite natural beauty with a traditional Spanish lifestyle, and all within one hours drive of the famous Andalucían coast. Perfect for a holiday, and also perfect for a better life.

Why buy in Las Alpujarras

We've canvassed some of the people who have bought property in the area and here is a list of their favourite things about the area :

clean and unpolluted fresh air
long, long daylight hours
free tapas ( nibbles of food ) served in local bars
stunning scenery
guaranteed sun every day ( almost ! ) from June to September
traditional and simple way of life
it's the "real" Spain, no high-rise developments