At one time the Iberian Peninsula formed part of Islam. These were the times of Al Andalus: eight centuries of contact and strife between two cultures: Muslim and Christian, giving rise to a totally unique phenomenon in medieval Europe. In Andalucía (South part of Spain) the Islam produced its finest fruits, which can be seen in villages, towns and many constructions, receiving in some cases the distinction Patrimony of Mankind in honour of their great beauty and emblematic value. In local floklore, Andalucía creates and offers you daily, everywere the most genuine "Flamenco" songs and dances.