The densely populated coast of Andalusia, stretching from
Almeria to Tarifa, is Europe's all-year-round favoured holiday
destination, known as the Costa del Sol. It consists of a string of
fine sandy beaches, where the average water temperature is 64ºF
(18ºC), and picturesque towns have abundant tourist amenities,
resorts and high-rise hotels. Attractions include zoos, bullfights,
water parks, casinos and amusement parks, like the renowned Parque
de Attractions Tivoli. The most popular resort town on the Costa
del Sol is Torremolinos, which retains some elements of traditional
Spain, although most main streets are now
pedestrianised-thoroughfares filled with souvenir shops and
ice-cream parlours.
