On petition of Queen Isabel The Catholic and with the backing of the Apostolic Commission by Letras y Bulas under the rule of Pope Inocencio 8th, the San Sebatian parish was founded by the...
Twenty kilometres from the city of Malaga and 10 kilometres from the beaches at Torremolinos, Alhaurín de la Torre is a perfect destination for a relaxing visit to the Valle del Guadalhorce and its surrounds, enjoying good food and perhaps even a round of golf. Its proximity to larger towns and extensive green spaces have encouraged many malagueños to take up residence in Alhaurín de la Torre. This town has been superb at integrating newer residents while still maintaining its traditions and identity. There are more than 1,000 British people residing in Alhaurín de la Torre.
As a point of trivia, Alhaurín de la Torre"s sister city is New Iberia in the US.
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Alhaurín de la Torre invites you to take a historical journey around the province, starting with the archaeological sites from the Roman era, where pottery and remains of walls and luxury dwellings have been found. You can also learn about the area"s Muslim past at Cortijo de Mollina with its remnants of an old farmhouse and tower.
Despite rapid urban growth, you"ll find that Alhaurín de la Torre"s historic centre still conserves beautiful hidden corners and buildings that evoke times gone by. An excellent example is the Church of San Sebastián. Named after the local patron saint, this neoclassical church was rebuilt after a huge earthquake devastated the province at the end of the 19th century.
An example of a piece of architecture with a public function is Fuente del Rey, the old aqueduct. The only part that has survived to this day is the Arcos de Zapata. Built in the 18th century to transport water from the Churriana natural spring to the capital, work on this aqueduct was never completed.
Moving on to the 19th century, there is Casa Refugio de Torrijos, the house where General José María de Torrijos was held prisoner by Fernando VII"s army after he tried to rise up against the absolutist rule in 1831.
Image Image Located in the town center, on the street dedicated to Spanish King John Charles 1st, Finca El Porton was ceded by Mr. Robinson to the local council for developing socio-cultural activities. The...
Image In 1831, General Josê Marîa Torrijos led an uprising against the absolutism of King Fernando 7th. His objective was to restore the Constitution of 1812, but following his betrayal at the hands of...
Such a wide variety of plants are to be found here that the town centre is a veritable botanical garden. Poplars, ficuses, Pacific trees, a variety of palm trees, ivies, cypresses, rose bushes,...
The Garganta del Quejigal Gorge (Up to km 3.5) Setting off from the northern part of Benalmádena, you take the path through a tunnel under the Mediterranean motorway, a...
From Los Pescadores pass to Las Palomas gorge (Up to km 5.2) The Alternative route 249.2 sets off from kilometre 37.9 of Stage 32, just after crossing the A-387 Mijas road where it meets the A-7053....
“Torre del Cante” Flamenco Festival. Alhaurín de la Torre. June. Unique Festival
Alhaurín de la Torre
This festival has been declared to be of Tourist Interest by the Provincial Council of Málaga. Please check with the local Town Hall or Municipal Tourism Office for the festival date before...
Image This festival has been declared to be of Tourist Interest by the Provincial Council of Málaga. Please check with the local Town Hall or Municipal Tourism Office for the festival date before...
Image The origins of this village can be traced back to ancient times, when its early settlers and invaders included the Phoenicians, who set up factories in Málaga and Cártama around the year 1000 before...
Image Lauro 27 Golf can be found in the middle of beautiful pure nature in spectacular surroundings. The course counts with 27 holes that can be played in three different combinations, all par 72. From...
Image Feel the adrenaline and the nature on our 1,350 Metre long Zip Line, the longest one in Andalusia and the second longest in Spain. Do you dare? A 1.350 meters route at a maximum speed of 100 Km per...
Image Through its website, the municipality offers information on the most relevant activities that take place regularly. If in doubt, contact the Town Hall.