Andalusian

/ˌændəˈluːʒən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to Andalusia, a region in southern Spain, or its people, culture, and characteristics.

Etymology

From Andalusia, the Spanish region, with the English suffix '-ian' meaning 'of or from.' Andalusia's name derives from Arabic 'Al-Andalus' (Muslim Spain).

Kelly Says

Andalusia gave the world flamenco, the Spanish guitar style, and incredible architecture—it was the cultural heart where Christian, Muslim, and Jewish civilizations collided and created something totally new!

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