Villages (continued)

Villages (continued)

Alhaurin de la Torre & Alhaurin el Grande - Located 17 km. from Malaga and just 8 km. from Torremolinos, the area of Alhaurin de la Torre and Alhaurin el Grande is a jewel of the area and is an area of rapid growth. Tourist attracti ons include the gardens of El Retiro as well as the surrounding, more rural areas of La Alquería and Cortijo Molina.

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Mijas Pueblo - 8 km from the coast, just above Mijas Costa and Fuengirola you will find Mijas Pueblo. Although it manages to remain a typical Andalucian village, with an ethnically mixed population, you will find a nice mix of international cuisine, cultures and arts.

Cartama - Situated in the Guadalhorce Valley, 21 km. from Malaga, Cartama is a village rich in history. As you walk around, you will see such monuments as the shrine to Nuestra Señora de los Remedios (the town's patron saint) and will easily be able to appreciate what the town must have been in its glory days.

Pizzara - Also in the Guadalhorce Valley, Pizarra is a quaint little town just outside the grasp of the ever-growning cosmopolitan area of Malaga. There, life is slow and sweet. When you visit, be sure and see Pizarra's Municiple Museum to get a true understanding of the area.

Alora - Situated in the heart of some of the most beautiful scenery Andalucía has to offer, Alora is one of many traditional white villages in the area. Close to the stunning El Chorro gorge and ancient spa town of Carratraca, Alora is a perfect base for exploring the area and discovering for yourself why so many people are opting to make it their home.

El Chorro - Just west of Alora, you will find El Chorro - a unique Andalucian scene where you can swim, fish and picnic on the shores of one of the 3 lakes of the area. An obviously fantastic place in the summer, this area is as enoyable in the winter when you can sit by a roaring fire.

Carratraca - Yet another village located in the Guadalhorce Valley, Carratraca is famous for its sulphur water spas that can still be visited today. It is a wonderful place to visit on a day trip when you're looking to enjoy some natural scenery, have some food and drink and a walk around a typically Spanish town.

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Frigilana - Just 7 km. inland near Nerja, lies Frigilana. It is a quite popular little town with great little places to shop for traditional pottery and ceramics - you can even have a taste of the local wine. You can get to Frigilana by catching one of the regular buses from Nerja.

Cómpeta - When you're out exploring this Axarquía region, Cómpeta is a good base from which to do your exploring. With wondeful local wines to be sampled (both sweet and dry), picturesque narrow winding streets, a decent selection of restaurants and cafes, and beautiful hotels, what more could you ask for?

Torrox - If you're staying just below Torrox in Torrox Costa (the popular costal strip) and want to experience something a little different, a day trip into the surrounding hills might be just what you need. With a beautiful little center, Torox is a great little village to explore.

Comares - At 739 meters above sea level, Comares is one of the highest pueblos in Andalucia. As you can imagine, the views from the town are absolutely breathtaking and a must see. Should you decide to go, however, a map is probably a good idea as the roads leading up to the town can be a little tricky to navigate.

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Grazalema - If you're staying in or around Ronda, a day trip to Grazalema is a great option. The town exports locally produced blankets all over the world as well as cork bark and for those of you looking to take a nice hike, you can also check out Grazalema Nature Park.

Montejaque - A village with an interesting and tumultuous past, Montejaque was once on its way to being abandoned - today, the growth of the town is back on the rise. A few attractions here include locally produced leather goods and, for the more adventurous, there is a tour of the Cueva de Hundidero that can be taken with a very experienced guide and can take up to 7 hours.

Benajoán - Famous for chorizo sausage production and within a stone's throw from Montejaque, lies the village of Benajoán. It is also a village on the rise and one that is becoming more and more popular with tourists. Should you choose to visit the village, you will be pleasantly surprised to find a very nice hotel as well as more of a selection of things to explore than at first meets the eye.

Arriate - Looking for a surprise? Then visit Arriate. Upon first glance, you will see a typical Andalucian mountain village...but upon closer inspection you will be shocked to find a beautiful main street with wonderful shops with high-quality goods and people eager to buy. It's no wonder that more and more people are buying property in this area.

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