At Vuela Viajes we will never tire of recommending Andalusia as a vacation spot or a getaway. And it is that this autonomous community has a lot to offer the traveler at any time of the year. In fact, here you can find spectacular beaches, beautiful natural landscapes, cities full of historical and artistic heritage and, of course, charming towns.
Today we want to focus on Jaén , a province full of attractions that gathers in its varied geography a tremendously beautiful natural landscape and towns and cities that preserve traces of their past: samples of Iberian art, cathedrals, churches, castles, palaces … So that you know a A little more than the door of Andalusia, today we want to talk to you about the most beautiful towns in Jaén. Of course, we apologize in advance for all those that we have not been able to include on the list. Would you like to join us?
La Iruela
First of all, we want to talk about La Iruela, a small town located at the foot of a rock from which you get incredible views of the countryside and the surrounding lands. The remains of the Castle and the Monastery of the Templars stand out. In addition, it is important to bear in mind that it belongs to the Natural Park of the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura and Las Villas.
Cazorla
Second, we want to talk about Cazorla, a municipality located in the east of the province. Located in the park that we have just mentioned, this picturesque town is located in the shadow of the Peña de los Halcones, with the mountains behind it and numerous olive trees in front of it. The Castillo de la Yedra stands out.
Úbeda
We continue our journey through the most beautiful towns of Jaén in Úbeda, which is located on the hills that bear the same name, right in the center of the province. Surrounded by a landscape full of olive trees and cereal fields, the town is artistic and monumental, housing a large number of important monuments and buildings.
Baeza
Another town that could not be missing from the list is Baeza, which is actually considered a city. Of ancient and illustrious origin, it is located very close to the Guadalquivir and is surrounded by a landscape of fertile lands. The Natural Park of the Laguna Grande stands out, which is located in its term.
Baths of the Encina
We also want to tell you about Baños de la Encina, a town located at the foot of Sierra Morena. Its urban nucleus, which was declared a Historic-Artistic Site, stands out for its beauty and for being in harmony with the environment. The Bury Alhamma Castle stands out, which is in a very good state of preservation.
Alcala la Real
To the south of the province we find Alcalá la Real, a town located on a wide plateau in which the Cerro de la Mota dominates. The town, of Arab origin, extends at the foot of the Fortress of La Mota and its surrounding walls.
Martos
We also want to tell you about Martos, a town located at the foot of Cerro de la Peña. Considered the largest olive oil producing municipality in the country, it is crowned by the remains of the Castillo de Martos, as well as by the great Church of Santa María. Of course, you also have to take into account that from the town you get beautiful views of the lands populated with olive trees.
The Guard of Jaén
Finally, we are going to tell you about La Guardia de Jaén, a small town located southeast of the city of Jaén. The town is located in an area of steep mountains, on a hill from which you can get beautiful views of the surrounding lands.