lazy days in alhamra – a messy travel log

wandered into the market at dawn, the smell of fresh bread mixing with diesel. i just checked and it's kinda crisp, the kind of breeze that makes you wanna sip something warm. if you ever feel restless, nearby towns pop up like surprise pop-ups. someone told me that the old spice market is a treasure if you like wandering, and i heard that the rooftop bar knows the best secret spot for sunrise. *café on the corner always spills out extra sugar, and the souk vendor insists you try the mint tea twice. bold advice: stay hydrated and bring a charger before you hit the sunset route along the dunes. the locals swear by the hidden garden behind the café-it's a quiet spot where the sunset paints the walls gold. i grabbed a seat at the café, pulled out my laptop, and tried to get some work done, but the wifi kept flickering like a nervous firefly. anyway, here's the map:

later i ducked into a tiny café* that serves the best almond croissant, according to a Yelp review i stumbled upon: Yelp - Alhamra Bistro. also checked TripAdvisor for a quick glance: TripAdvisor - Alhamra Market. and if you want the local vibe, check the community board on Alhamra Forum.