General Information - Cultural Significance of the Site: High - Scenic Value of the Site: High - State of Conservation: Medium - Kind of Works: Farmstead where raisins are made. - Stages of the...
Comares is a Moorish village located on the border between the region of Axarquía and the Montes de Málaga. It is known as the "Balcony of the Axarquía" because of its privileged position on a mountain top.
Its labyrinth-like streets and its architecture, a reflection of its Moorish roots, are the most characteristic features of its urban landscape. The Ruta de la Pasa (Route of the Raisin) should not be missed. This village is also the birthplace of verdiales, a particular style of folk song in the villages of Malaga and which carries the name of the village.
MUST SEE SITES IN COMARES
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The Comares Castle and the Aljibe de Mazmúllar form part of the rich heritage left by the Arabs in this village of Axarquía. The fortress still preserves two of its turrets and part of the ancient wall, which is known as La Tahona. The well, built during the 13th century, was declared a national Historical-Artistic Monument.
The Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación is another one of the main architectural features of Comares. This Mudejar-style church is located at the highest part of the village. It was built during the 16th century, although the Sagrario chapel was added at a later date. It has three naves and its distinctive features include its Mozarabic tower.
Geographic Data
Surface
26 km2
Altitude
685 m
Latitude
36º 51'
Length
-4º 14'
Distance to Málaga City
48,1 km
Demographics
City
1339
Men
715
Women
624
Nationality
Comareños
Town Hall
Plaza Balcón de la Axarquía, s/n, 29195
Links of interest
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The remains of a wall of the castle of Comares, whose exact date is unknown, and which was transformed into a huge fortress during the Moorish occupation. It was built on what is today Camposanto...
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General Information - Cultural Significance of the Site: High - Scenic Value of the Site: High - State of Conservation: Medium - Kind of Works: Farmstead where raisins are produced. - Stage of the...
This climbing trail consists of a couple of not very complicated slopes, so it can be defined as a K2 route. There is a zip-line for speed pulleys. If you have usual ones, you will need to sway. It...
This via ferrata is rather amusing as it has four bridges and only one overhangs which is not very difficult to climb. The trail extends lengthways, which makes it manageable. It can also be...
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Its name comes from the Arabic “hisn qumarich” meaning castle up the hill. Name of its inhabitants: Comarenos. Legend: There are two legends or stories that deal with the link between...
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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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The origins of Comares as a village are somewhat confusing and, although nobody questions its importance during the Arabic occupation, there are no clear indications that they were the founders of...
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UNIQUENESS El Molino de Abuelos goes back to the year 1800, when it was used as an olive-oil mill. The house has a patio and wonderful views. It was restored and transformed into a country house...
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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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The Axarquía Vantage Point is close to the Town Hall, and offers magnificent views of this area. This is one of the highest viewpoints throughout the Axarquía , from where you can see 11 villages ,...
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The Plaza de los Verdiales gets its name for being dedicated to this folkloric expression, since in Comares they are very important. In it we find plates, images and a statue, dedicated to this...
