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Illora

Andalusia, Spain · Europe

About Illora

Illora is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Valderrubio, 52km from Sierra Nevada National Park.

Illora is a town located in Andalusia, Spain. With a population of 10,440, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Illora sits in Spain, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Madrid time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Illora to your route.

About Illora

The Battle of Puerto Lope or Disaster of Puerto Lope was a military engagement between the Granadan forces and the Castilian Crusaders who invaded Granada. The battle ended in victory for the Granadans and the destruction of the Crusader forces.

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What are the best things to do in Illora?

Illora offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Illora located?

Illora is located in Andalusia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 37.2877 latitude, -3.8811 longitude.

What is the population of Illora?

Illora has a population of approximately 10,440 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
10,440
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Andalusia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
37.2877, -3.8811

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Spain

Police
091
Ambulance
061
Fire
080
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Guardia Civil (traffic police): 062. Two warning triangles required in vehicles.

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Worth the detour from Illora

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Alhambra

Stunning Moorish palace and fortress complex in Granada showcasing the finest Islamic art and architecture in Europe.

29 km · about 35 min drive

national park

Sierra Nevada National Park

Mainland Spain's highest peaks, with the Pico Veleta road climbing past alpine lakes to nearly 3,400m near Granada.

52 km · about 60 min drive

famous road

Pico Veleta Road

Europe's highest paved road climbs from Granada past the Sierra Nevada ski station toward the 3,396 m Veleta summit, with hairpins above the clouds and views to the Mediterranean.

52 km · about 60 min drive

cathedral

Jaén Cathedral

A monumental Renaissance cathedral dominating the olive-oil capital, a model for many churches in Latin America.

54 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Frigiliana

Repeatedly voted Spain's prettiest white village, a steep tumble of geranium-draped lanes above the Costa del Sol.

55 km · about 65 min drive

natural wonder

Caves of Nerja

Spectacular caverns containing the world's largest known stalactite and prehistoric paintings dating back 42,000 years.

59 km · about 70 min drive

landmark

Capileira

Highest of the three whitewashed villages stacked in the Poqueira gorge of the Alpujarras, its flat-roofed Berber-style houses and chimney pots facing Mulhacén. End of the paved climb on the GR-421 before the old Sierra Nevada track.

59 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Illora

  • 52 kmPico Veleta RoadEurope's highest paved road climbs from Granada past the Sierra Nevada ski station toward the 3,396 m Veleta summit, with hairpins above the clouds and views to the Mediterranean.
  • 60 kmBalcón de Europa, NerjaA palm-lined seafront promenade jutting on a clifftop balcony with panoramic Mediterranean and mountain views.

Driving in Spain

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls
~€4.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Illora.

Valderrubio

🇪🇸 Spain

8 km away

Moclín

🇪🇸 Spain

10 km awayPop. 4,173

Láchar

🇪🇸 Spain

11 km awayPop. 2,765

Fuente Vaqueros

🇪🇸 Spain

11 km awayPop. 3,955

Cijuela

🇪🇸 Spain

12 km awayPop. 1,941

Montefrío

🇪🇸 Spain

12 km awayPop. 6,631

Pinos Puente

🇪🇸 Spain

12 km awayPop. 13,515

Chauchina

🇪🇸 Spain

14 km awayPop. 4,357

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