WHY GRANADA?
WHY GRANADA?
M.E.P. is located in Granada, in the region of Andalusia, in the South of Spain, where the abundance of heritage and culture is outstanding, thus the variety of excursions available is highly impressive. Granada is one of the most beautiful Andalusian cities.
Amazing history: 
Granada's cultural diversity played a very important role in the history of Al-Andalus, being in the heart of the region and home to three different prominent religions. After eight centuries under arabic rule (711-1492), Granada was left with an incredible legacy: the alhambra - the best preserved Nasrid style palace in Europe - and the Albaicín–the ancient Arabic quarter - both UNESCO world heritage sites. In Granada you can get lost in the colourful souks and bazaars of the Alcaicería and at the same time wander in the narrow streets of Realejo, the ancient Jewish quarter.
In 1492 the Catholic Kings ended the Reconquista to the Moorish empire in Granada, the last city to be taken in Al-Andalus, and their presence is still visible in the Royal Chapel, the majestic Cathedral and the several Monasteries and Churches.
In Granada we also have a fantastic climate, enjoying more sunny days per year than almost any other city in Spain, with very agreeable average annual temperatures (maximum 23ºC and minimum 8ºC on average during winter)
With more than 200000 inhabitants, Granada is a liveable, human scale city. Granada is a sizeable city however most points of interest are reachable on foot or on public transport. Granada is a very lively city that is why it is called “Granada viva”. Students and tourists from around the world guarantee a multicultural environment, besides an efficient tertiary sector oriented to welcome participants with a smile and the traditional Andalusian warmth.
The province of Granada offers a wide range of stunning landscapes: Granada lies at the foot of Sierra Nevada, famous for its prestigious Ski station and trekking itineraries such as Los Cahorros, Monachil. On the other side, it takes less than one hour to reach the Tropical Coast, where you can combine visits to the characteristic Andalusian white villages and shingle beaches of Salobreña or Almuñecar. 
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