GENERAL INFORMATION • Heritage Value: Low • Landscape Value: Low • Condition: Medium state of repair • Type of hydraulic structure: Water tanks and fountains • Stage of the Great Málaga Path: Stage...
The town of Canillas de Aceituno extends along the slopes of the Sierra Tejada to the La Maroma peak, the highest in the province of Málaga. For its location alone, this town in the Axarquía region, is the perfect place to enjoy both nature and culture.
Founded in the Al-Ándalus period, the town conserves its Arabic roots through the layout of its streets and various interesting architectural sights. This historical legacy means Canillas de Aceituno forms part of the Mudéjar Route, which has been declared of Tourist Interest in Andalusia.
MUST SEE SIGHTS IN CANILLAS DE ACEITUNO
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When walking through the town one can see the Casa de los Diezmos o de la Reina Mora, which sports a tower with blind twin arches. The building, an example of the area's typical Mudéjar architecture, was the place from which the silk worm and mulberry leaf trade was overseen.
Another example of the town"s historical architecture is the Casa Esgrafiada. It was built in the 16th century and is decorated with Moorish motifs and horse shoe arches. The building also boasts a lookout tower erected in the 17th century.
Canillas de Aceituno has various reservoirs, showing the importance of water in the Axarquía regional town. El Aljibe Árabe o Medieval is from the 16th century and can be found on Huertezuelo street and more modern examples include El Pilar Grande and El Chico.
The church of Nuesta Señora del Rosario y San León Magno dates back to the 16th century and is in a Gothic-Mudéjar style. It can be found in the higher part of the town and from its terrace one can take in the countryside. Its interior has two Baroque chapels and an image of the Virgen de la Cabeza with various valuable silver plated features, as well as other interesting pieces of artwork. Its exterior features include the main tower.
From the viewpoint of the castle, and the top of the Calzada street, you can see the ruins of the fortaleza de Canillas de Aceituno. Occupied by the Christians during the Reconquest of 1487, some remains of the wall of the original complex fortification that used to protect the town, are conserved.
Image Image 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...
Image The Casa de la Reina Mora, with its two Roman arches and whitewashed brick kiln is also known as the Torre Mudêjar or the Casa del Diezmo. It is an example of the Mudêjar architecture that dominates...
Towards the village of El Acebuchal and Venta del Cebollero (Up to km 7.7) It is possible to cross the white village of Frigiliana on Calle Real street, but the most direct exit is taking the...
Along the edge of the Natural Park (Up to km 6) The departure from Canillas begins with a 700-metre stretch along a concrete track, to then join a footpath through a Pine forest. This then crosses...
From Cómpeta to Canillas de Albaida (Up to km 2.1) The start point is to the north-west of Cómpeta at the easily-found Chapel of San Antonio Abad Extramuros. From the centre of town, walk down the...
Image The meaning of the name of Canillas de Aceituno alluding to its numerous olive groves is the generally accepted one. However, the fact that the Moors had an important business in this town making...
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 It is a small chapel located at the confluence of MA-125 and Hurtado Soto streets. From this viewpoint located in the upper part of the municipality there are splendid views.
Image The municipality of Canillas de Aceituno dated June 2, 2018, through its Mayor, Vicente Campos, and the Deputy Mayor, Álvaro Hurtado, have paid tribute to their neighbor María Pardo "María la Chofa"...
Image Through its website, the municipality offers information on the most relevant activities that take place regularly. If in doubt, contact the Town Hall.