Granada is a large city located in southern Spain. It is known for several notable landmarks, including the Alhambra palace complex and Sierra Nevada mountains. Sierra Nevada is a natural park and the highest mountain range in southern Spain, containing Mulhacén peak which is the highest point in the Iberian Peninsula. The Sierra Nevada mountains offer skiing and natural beauty, and were designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Granada's coastline along the Mediterranean Sea, known as the Tropical Coast, features over 20 beaches and is a popular summer holiday destination.