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Holidays to Huelva
Discover the delights of this charming Spanish province. Situated on the dazzling Costa de la Luz, close to the border with Portugal, Huelva features beautiful beaches, traditional fishing villages full of charm, and a rich history.
With its whitewashed Andalusian buildings and a UNESCO-listed national park nearby, this unspoilt gem offers plenty of visual treats. The city of Huelva itself is well worth a few hours’ exploring, and you’re also within easy reach of sultry, orange blossom-scented Seville and the lively Portuguese city of Faro.
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Huelva city
The city of Huelva boasts an impressive history, having been occupied by the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans and Moors. Spend a day exploring the city and you'll discover highlights like the Cathedral of La Merced, one of the best examples of baroque architecture in the province. Other notable sights include the art nouveau Clinica Sanz de Frutos and the neo-classical facade of the Gran Teatro.
Doñana National Park
If you’re a nature lover or a keen walker, you’ll adore exploring Doñana National Park. This UNESCO-listed biosphere reserve is the largest surviving areas of wetland in Europe and is home to a variety of species.
Half a million water birds spend their winter here each year – look out for vultures, lapwings, marsh harriers and honey buzzards. Deer and wild boar also roam the plains, while the endangered Iberian Lynx – whose habitat is restricted to the Iberian Peninsula – is a rare sighting that causes ripples of excitement for those lucky enough to spot one.
Head to the beach
Huelva’s stunning coastline stretches 75 miles from the mouth of the Guadiana River to the mouth of the Guadalquivir River, so you’re sure to find your own idyllic piece of beach to relax on during your stay. The beaches at Isla Cristina are particularly tempting.
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When’s the best time to visit Huelva?
With around 3,000 hours of sun each year, and an average annual temperature of over 18°C, Huelva is a year-round destination. Summer can get very hot, with temperatures into the 30s; winter highs are in the mid-teens. Rainfall is at its highest in November and December.
What’s the flight time to Huelva?
Flight time from the UK to Faro is around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Where is Huelva?
Huelva is located in Andalucía, southwest Spain. It’s roughly an hour’s drive southwest from Seville and close to the border with Portugal.
Is Huelva worth visiting?
Huelva is a great place to visit and offers an authentic glimpse at Andalucía including beautiful wide-reaching beaches and bird-filled nature reserves, such as Donana National Park.
How do you pronounce Huelva?
You pronounce Huelva as you would say Who and by placing the emphasis on the el before finishing with va. Like this: Who el va.
How far is Huelva from Seville?
Huelva is approximately an hour’s drive southwest of Seville.
What is Huelva famous for?
Huelva is closely linked to Christopher Columbus who made his first voyage to the Americas from the town of Palos de la Frontera. Visit the Wharf of the Caravels and you’ll be able to see replicas of the sailing ships: Nina, Pinta and Santa Maria.
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