07 Dec 2006 12:56 PM:

We have just got back from Granada and visited the site whilst over there.

It's been a while since I've driven in Spain and the roads are so much better than they used to be.  Many free motorways which makes travelling almost a joy.  Good old EU.  Even the local roads are in excellent condition.

We agree that the development should be very good.  Certainly the natural ampi-theatre of hills that it is set in is stunning.  If Llanera really see it as a prestige site and continue the development to match the natural potential it will be stunning.  The Spanish sales girls on site are also saying they hope planning will be cleared by the Spring, when contracts can be exchanged and the work can start.

The site itself is very low key with no big flags advertising it.  We passed it once.  There were quite a few signs around saying "don't sell Caravaca", so I guess there is some local opposition.  It is far enough way from Caravaca not to be a real problem to the majority though, with a lot of employment prospects to be compensation.

Caravaca is an unspoilt delight too, very Spanish and a holy city.  One of a few in Europe(not sure what makes it holy but the Pope agrees and that's good enough for me).

 

Ron

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