SEVILLA ANDALUCIA

Mild earthquake shakes Montellano but causes no damageMagnitude 3 tremor felt across Seville’s Sierra Sur region with residents alerted but safe A magnitude 3 earthquake was recorded just before 9am yesterday in Montellano, a town nestled in the Sierra Sur area of Seville province. The National Geographic.. 14/11/2025

Is train noise keeping you up at night? Spain launches study into rail noise and sleepThe Ministry of Transport begins a major review into noise pollution from busy railway lines across ten provinces, inviting public feedback If you live near a busy railway line, you might already know what it’s like to be woken by the early morning.. 13/11/2025

Red deer: Friend or foe? How Doñana's biggest grazers spread and eat its favourite shrubA new study reveals the surprising double role of red deer in the life of the juagarzo shrub, offering fresh insight into Doñana’s delicate ecosystem Many who stroll the wild, sandy stretches of Doñana National Park, in Andalucí.. 13/11/2025

Andalucía's anti-drugs push widens after Isla Mayor shoot-outPolice confirm no arrests yet in Isla Mayor, as new operations in Cádiz and Almería highlight the scale of trafficking across southern Spain Andalucía’s ongoing fight against drug trafficking shows no signs of slowing, with.. 12/11/2025

Police call for more resources after Isla Mayor drug raid leaves officer woundedOfficers describe shootout near Seville as “an execution” as more than four and a half tonnes of hashish are seized The large-scale anti-drug operation in Isla Mayor, near Seville, has taken a violent turn, leaving one police officer seriously.. 11/11/2025

Andalucia town beats Vigo to become the first in Spain to turn on its Christmas lightsThe little Sevilla town, famous for its sweet Christmas treats, has taken the lead ahead of some of the big hitters Estepa, the Sevillian town famous for its mantecados (shortbread cookies), has this year jumped the gun on the Christmas calendar:.. 11/11/2025

Spanish ports to receive billions in fresh investment for expansion and greener tradeCartagena, Alicante and seven major Andalusian ports set to modernise, boost connectivity and sustainability through 2029 Spain’s busiest ports are getting a major facelift thanks to a wave of government investment aimed at future-proofing trade.. 07/11/2025

Elephants roamed the Murcia coast 125,000 years agoResearchers from Andalucía and Murcia uncover fossil footprints tracing ancient animal migration routes Imagine giant straight-tusked elephants pacing along the shores of Murcia more than 125,000 years ago. Thanks to the discovery of fossil footprints.. 05/11/2025

Doñana's future at risk as environmentalists clash with government over wetland boundariesNew boundary plan sparks fears of “irreversible” harm to Spain’s treasured marshes Doñana National Park is one of Spain’s most treasured natural spots, located in the southwestern region of Andalucía. It spans the.. 05/11/2025

Second West Nile fever case confirmed in Andalucía as alert zones expandNew infections in Seville follow first case earlier this season amid heightened mosquito surveillance Andalucía’s health authorities have confirmed a second West Nile fever case this season, this time in a man from Morón de la Frontera.. 31/10/2025

WATCH: Cars submerged and streets underwater as freak storm hits AndalucíaMore than 1,300 incidents were reported over the driving winds and rain, the majority in Sevilla and Huelva   ⛔️Nunca cruces por zonas anegadas. ✋Evita el tránsito en zonas próximas a los cauces, especialmente si está.. 30/10/2025

Discover which two Spanish cities made the 2025 list of the 20 happiest places in the worldTime Out magazine has compiled its annual list of happiest cities by analysing aspects such as culture, nightlife, gastronomy and quality of life... and some of this year’s entries might surprise you! If you’ve ever wandered through a.. 27/10/2025

Irish director Jim Sheridan to receive top honour at Seville Film FestivalThe acclaimed filmmaker behind My Left Foot and In the Name of the Father will be celebrated for his extraordinary contribution to European cinema Jim Sheridan, often described as the voice of Ireland in European cinema, will be honoured with the Giraldillo.. 22/10/2025

New species just discovered in Spain: Tiny creature with huge eyes found in ancient Roman mine in SevilleScientists have made a rare find in the 2,000-year-old, man-made tunnels: a new species that has never been seen before A team of researchers exploring an ancient Roman water mine near the village of Carmona, in Seville province, has made an unexpected.. 29/05/2025

Seville Cathedral: A Gothic masterpiece and the largest of its kindAn architectural marvel, the Catedral de Sevilla stands as one of the world's most breathtaking Gothic cathedrals Seville Cathedral, or the Catedral de Santa María de la Sede, is an extraordinary feat of Gothic architecture and the largest cathedral..

Discover Seville in a day: A whirlwind tour of the city's must-see sightsMake the most of 24 hours in Seville with this route covering history, culture and local charm   Seville is a city bursting with history, culture and vibrant energy. At every turn, you’ll find something new to explore – from grand..

Discover El Coto de las Canteras: The Petra of AndaluciaThis magical piece of history is located less than two hours from Cádiz Looking for a unique and exotic travel destination without setting foot on a plane, or even spending too long on the road? Look no further than El Coto de las Canteras.. 27/02/2024

The best cities in Spain to experience the Christmas lightsTwo destinations in Andalucía stand out for their stunning lighting displays With the Christmas holidays just around the corner, most cities in Spain are already proudly displaying their festive decorations, donning their streets in everything..

What is the tourist tax, how much is it and where in Spain do you have to pay it?Tourist taxes are becoming more common in cities around the world, meaning holidaymakers having to pay extra for hotel rooms The tourist tax is a surcharge that, in the last few years before the Covid-19 pandemic, became popular in several cities that..

Revealed: the top 10 sunniest cities in Europe... and six of them are SpanishAlicante, Murcia and Seville all feature on the list of European cities with the most sunshine hours Jorge Vasconez via unsplash   A recent study has ranked the top 10 sunniest places in Europe, and Spanish cities feature in six of those.. 23/02/2022