The Pueblos Blancos (White Villages) of Andalusia, Spain, are famous for their uniform white buildings. Introduced by the Moors, the tradition of using slaked lime paint began as a practical method to reflect intense summer heat and sanitise homes during historical epidemics.

Why is this town painted entirely in white?

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Why is this town painted entirely in white?