Stretching along the Atlantic Ocean in the western part of
Andalusia, the Costa de la Luz (Coast of Light) offers a relatively
unspoilt holiday destination. With fine golden beaches, rolling
dunes, stretches of cliffs and coves, and pine-covered hills, it is
somewhat surprising that there is not the same level of development
as in other parts of the Spanish coast. This could be due to the
fact that about 30 percent of the area is protected by nature
reserves. Temperatures are milder, and the Atlantic is not as
tropical as the Mediterranean side, but the area still boasts 3,000
hours of sunshine a year and is highly popular with nature
enthusiasts, windsurfers, beach lovers and kite boarders. The Costa
de la Luz is divided into two sections; the Huelva province runs
from the Portuguese border to the Guadalquivir River and the Donaña
National Park, while the Cadiz province runs from the Guadalquivir
to the popular town of Tarifa on the edge of the Costa del Sol.
There are interesting towns full of real Spanish flavour to
explore, attractive flora and fauna to enjoy, and a number of
low-key resorts offering a range of activities for those tired of
crowded package tour destinations.
