A stunning city in Spain that’s home the only desert in Europe. (Image: Getty)
If you’re sick of waiting for sunnier days here in the UK, you’re in luck as this seaside gem boasts one of the hottest spots, even during colder months.
Located in the most southerly section of Spain, this region’s subtropical climate means mild winter days where temperatures can reach beyond 20C in January.
But it’s not only about Mediterranean climates here as this spot is also home to a vibrant culture including a diverse landscape.
Think whitewashed villages, rich history, mountainous terrain and sun-drenched beaches, and you’ll have the picture-perfect January getaway found in Almeria.
It’s been said that January is the ideal time to visit a pretty province of known as Almeria that’s home to the only desert in .
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The Tabernas Desert is located in the south-eastern province of Almería and has a unique landscape. (Image: Getty)
The Tabernas Desert is located within Spain’s south-eastern province of Almería.
This unusual desert offers a lunar landscape and sandy mountains that can all be explored by foot, bike or even horseback.
The Tabernas is also home to an array of wildlife, including snakes, birds of prey, and reptiles.
It is so stunning that this desert has even become a destination for countless films, including music videos, documentaries, and Western films.
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Almeria is also home to exceptional beaches that continue with the region’s sandy theme. (Image: Getty)
A visit to Almeria and you’ll be met with warm hospitality, impressive national parks and a host of outdoor activities.
Being home to pretty much all you can imagine including mountains, forests and lakes – you’ll be spoiled for choices on how to spend your sun-filled days here.
Iconic landmarks that must-see include the Alcazaba of Almería, a fortified citadel that overlooks the city and the largest Andalusian fortress.
The Alcazaba of Almeria symbolises the city’s history and is a Moorish stronghold on the Iberian Peninsula.
The Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park is another must-visit site which is a volcanic park which is the largest marine-terrestrial space in the Western Mediterranean Sea.
Other notable landmarks in Almeria include Plaza Vieja, Pulpí Geode, Teatro Cervantes Almeria, Sanctuary of the Virgen del Mar, and Mesa Roldán Lighthouse.
Playa Palmeral, Playa de la Termica, and Playa del Rio are some of the exceptional beaches here, continuing the region’s sandy theme.
Rugged cliffs, crystal-clear waters, and around 125 miles of pristine beaches are the ideal spots to unwind, and many of them are deserted during the January months.
“Extraordinary scenery,” wrote one review on TripAdvisor.
Another added: “Beautiful coastline, lovely walks and good beaches. There are very interesting rock formations and petrified sand dunes.”