Padul facts
Situated at 37° 1′ 0 N and 3° 37′ 60 W
Population: 7,000
Altitude: 709m
Postal Code: 18656
Airport: Malaga Airport - Granada Airport – Almeria Airport
Padul can be reached from the Malaga airport as well as the Granada airport. The Malaga airport is served by flights from other countries in Europe and UK. If you are driving down then you need to take the Antequera route. Alternatively, you can take a bus or taxi to the Granada bus station and then take another bus or taxi to Padul. Granada airport is served by more local flights from different parts of Spain.
Places to See/Activities
Padul is a paradise for birdwatchers and if you are lucky, you might be able to see some wildlife too. There are almost 500 different species of flora and fauna in and around Padul. Some of the rare birds of Costa Tropical can be seen in Padul like the Griffon and the DuPont’s lark, which has a small breeding colony here. Some of the other places to see in Padul include:
1. There is a beautiful village Church with ornate statues and is a must see
2. The Casa Grande is the old palace and one of the oldest in Andalucia
3. Also worth the visit is the Three Crosses situated near the Street of Calvary
4. There is a new town hall called the ayuntamiento and is visited by tourists because of the craft work done by the local artisans.
5. The old cave house is a popular tourist spot and is situated at the upper end of the village
6. There are several Roman remains all over Costa Tropical and there is one in Padul too. You can visit the excavation site and walk the old Roman Road that leads straight to Los Limoneros.
7. The cueva blanca or white cave
8. The Padul Laguna is a treat for birdwatchers as you will find the widest variety of birds like the bee-eater, marsh harrier, and the hoopoe bird.
Nightlife
The nightlife in Padul is not vibrant but a visit to The Peña Flamenca is a must. At Peña Flamenca you will be able to enjoy some really authentic flamenco nights on every weekend.
Weather
The weather in Padul is pleasantly warm and the average temperature is normally hovering around 20c. You can enjoy almost 325 days of sunshine and enough tranquility to last you for a lifetime.
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