There are a total of 45 vaulted niches spread out all over the village that have an image of Christ or the Virgin with flower adornments. Some who have studied this phenomenon say that this id due...
Located in the western central area, this region occupies a surface of about 68.260 ha and is situated behind Marbella.
In the hinterland, a varied and particular landscape is hidden which is characterized through the abrupt mountains and fertile valleys dominating the Sierra de las Nieves. These mountains are a small uneven mountain chain of exceptional ecological richness and were therefore declared Natural Park in 1989, and National Park in July 2021.
The park has got diversified vegetation, here gall-oak and Spanish fir predominate the landscape. On lower plateaus, holm and cork oaks stand out from other species, such as carob and chestnut trees. In this habitat, protected species, as for example the wild cat, the golden eagle and the otter, exist although of the latter only a few specimens are left.
Together with the surrounding villages, this is one of the last places where men live in peace with nature. The traveller will find inside these villages the best of all traditions: beautiful popular architecture, a rich cuisine, high quality handmade products and the cordiality of its inhabitants.
The UNESCO has recognized the uniqueness of this place, and had included it with the name “Sierra de las Nieves and its surroundings” in its international network of the Biosphere Reserves in 1995.
Thanks to that, Sierra de las Nieves could benefit from the first Tourism Revitalization Plan, which is granted to an interior area. With this 5 years plan, co-financed by Malaga Provincial Council, the Regional Ministry of Tourism, Commerce and Sport and the General Secretary for Tourism, the area has received an important tourist infrastructure.
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS
Honey, pickles, handmade products derived from almonds (turron and sweets), crop and fruit products, products of extensive farming (sheep and goat).
CRAFTWORK
Related to the traditional professions: saddle production, wicker chairs, iron and forge works.
INDUSTRY
Water bottling line.
TOURISM
Culture, rural and active tourism, nature.
More English information of Sierra de las Nieves on the website of the Costa del Sol Tourist Board.
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Ancient collegiate church built on the site of an ancient mosque from the 15th century. It is of late Gothic style, but it has undergone several restoration processes over the years. The floor...
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It is reached via the Carril de la Sierra, some five kilometres from the village centre. It was built in the 18th century and renovated in 1929. Of rectangular ground plan, it is covered with a...
In the past, these caves were used as human shelters and places to keep cattle, but today, after a long period of restoration, they have been transformed into a place where all kinds of cultural and...
Recommended month to visit it: January . In between the Sierras Blanca and Alpujata there is a place for Ojén, picturesque town, calm and serene, whose streets, architecture and abundance in...
Recommended month to visit it: June . In the heart of the Biosphere Reserve, in the Sierra de las Nieves Natural Park, we find a good example of the harmonious relationship between man and his...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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UNIQUENESS This establishment has incredible views of the Sierra de las Nieves and valley Guadalhorce. The architecture is similar to a typical Andalusian hacienda with patio, white walls and...
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UNIQUENESS The position of this restaurant, which is close to the coast and the entrance of the Sierra de las Nieves, influences its gastronomy that mixes flavours. Maybe this makes it famous....
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The Tolox Spa, created in 1867, is the only one in Spain specialized exclusively in respiratory, as waters off gas that takes into inhalation. From time immemorial, water fountains and springs were...
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You will find this viewpoint in Tajo Banderas Street (Tajo-Cliff) if you go past the school and go behind the playground. The viewpoint is named after its position on a precipice. Different armies...
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Through its website, the municipality offers information on the most relevant activities that take place regularly. If in doubt, contact the Town Hall.
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Grâce à son site Internet, la municipalité propose des informations sur les activités les plus pertinentes qui ont lieu régulièrement. En cas de doute, contactez la mairie
