Skiing or Beach? the choice is your at Sierra Nevada, Spain

This astronaut photograph depicts the Veleta Peak region of the range and illustrates the sharp contrast between the snow-capped mountains, adjacent dry lowlands to the west and north, and the Mediterranean Sea to the south.


The Sierra Nevada in the Granada province of Spain are perhaps the southernmost skiing location in all of Europe. Veleta Peak, at an elevation of 3,398 meters (11,148 feet) above sea level, is a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders.

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The rapid transition from lofty ski runs to Mediterranean beaches within a few hours’ drive has made the Sierra Nevada region popular for both outdoor and urban tourism.

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Northern Lights festival 22 - 28th January 2007

The Northern Lights Festival Tromsø Norway

The international art and music festival in Tromsø, Norway from the 22nd to the 28th of January includes outstanding musicians of various genres such as contemporary, symphonic, sacred, choral, chamber orchestra, song recitals, musical theatre, ethnic folk, experimental jazz and multimedia. In 2007, the festival celebrates it's 20 years anniversary.

If you cant make it to the festival....

...then do the next best thing - take the virtual tour.

The festival will take place between the 22nd and the 28th of January 2007 an important moment as the sun appears for the first time after winter. Enjoy this stunning natural phenomena and our music and art festival.

For more information on the festival click here, thank you to visit norway