TWO earthquakes have rocked Granada, causing destruction across the region and the closure of popular attractions.

With a series of aftershocks also recorded, is it safe to travel to ? Here’s everything you need to know.

A dark green Ford Mondeo car damaged by earthquake debris, with its back windshield shattered and leaves and rubble on its roof and inside, is cordoned off with red and white tape.Vehicles and buildings were damaged following multiple earthquakes in Andalusia Credit: AFP A white SUV parked in front of closed storefronts, damaged with a shattered windshield, debris, and fallen tree branches on and around it.The first earthquake struck the region on August 15 Credit: AFP via Getty Images

Where are the earthquakes in Spain?

in Andalusia has been affected by multiple in the last five days.

The over the weekend with a magnitude of 5.0 with its epicentre in Alhendín.

On August 15, a state of emergency was declared in the southern city as parts of buildings collapsed, rocks crushed cars and residents and holidaymakers were evacuated.

The tremor was felt across Andalusia and as far as Madrid, with locals reporting shakes in Malaga, , Cordoba, Jaen and Almeria.

It was then followed by a series of aftershocks.

On August 18 which left at least three people injured.

At the very centre of the earthquake was the small town of Gojar, a municipality around five miles south of the city of .

Hotels and council buildings open to the public were forced to evacuate following the scare.

In a statement on X, the Granada City Council said: “In response to the latest seismic movements recorded in the province, the Granada City Council has agreed, as a preventive measure, to the temporary closure of all municipal buildings and facilities open to the public.”

One of the attractions that closed was parts of , a fortress which is now a popular tourist attraction.

Debris from a building lies scattered on a street after an earthquake in Granada, Spain.There was a second earthquake on August 18 and aftershocks Credit: Reuters Topic-banner-travel-tiktok

In Calle Navas, which is one of the most popular tourist streets in the city, bars were closed as authorities were concerned about falling debris.

Granada remains closed while its exterior is examined.

Two 4 and 4.2-magnitude aftershocks also hit nearby Churriana de la Vega and Alhendín.

Is it safe to travel to Spain right now?

The travel advice for remains unchanged. You can find all general information on the official FCDO website .

A police officer standing next to damaged cars and fallen debris after an earthquake in Spain.Authorities have closed multiple attractions due to potential damage to the buildings Credit: AFP via Getty Images View of the Alhambra complex from Saint Nicholas square after an earthquake in Granada.Travel advice to Spain remains unchanged Credit: AFP

Are flights still going to Spain?

Yes, remains open with flights operating as scheduled.

What if I have a holiday to Spain booked?

As the Foreign Office has not warned against travel to Spain, there are no special circumstances in place for holidaymakers to cancel their trip and receive a full refund.

Depending on what you have, your policy might include natural disaster cover.

If so, your policy should cover you for when you are unable to reach your due to natural disasters, like wildfires and earthquakes.

So it is worth checking your travel insurance policy.

Can I cancel my trip?

If you want to cancel your trip or holiday, it is best to contact your airline and/or .

Companies do not have an obligation to refund bookings unless Government advice changes.