Its current location is thought to occupy the same site as the old town centre. This simple 18th structure consists of a single nave covered by a semi-spherical vault on pendentives. Its highlight...
Hills covered with vines and beautiful mountain landscapes welcome the traveler arriving in Competa, famous for its acclaimed wine. This product is celebrated every August with a magical night that has become a must-attend summer event.
A white village of Axarquía, with beautiful traditional architecture and ancient customs, Cómpeta is nicknamed 'Cornice of the Costa del Sol' for its privileged location. Its territory spans the Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama Natural Park, with its extraordinary landscape heritage.
NOT TO MISS IN CÓMPETA
MONUMENTS
Walking along Paseo de las Tradiciones, Cómpeta you will see mosaics depicting the ingrained habits of this inland Malaga town. The street reaches Plaza Almijara with its nineteenth century facades and its typically Andalusian fountain.
Also worth visiting are the Museum of Arts and Traditions, installed in a former nineteenth century barracks, the Molino de Hadriano museum, the hanging houses, the wine press at Plaza de la Vandimia and the wineries of this traditional winemaking village.
The most emblematic monument of Cómpeta is the Nuestra Señora de la Asunción church, built in the sixteenth century. Known as the 'Cathedral of Axarquía', it has three naves separated by segmental arches and a tower in the New Mudéjar style. Inside the temple the altar fresco, depicting the assumption of the Virgin Mary is noteworthy.
In the oldest part of town is the chapel of St Sebastian, which houses the image of the patron saint of Cómpeta.
Another sign of religious art of the town is the chapel of San Antón Abad Extramuros. It is an eighteenth-century shrine with a careful altarpiece that holds one of the Cómpeta"s most popular Holy Week carvings: ""Borriquita"".
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 produced. - Stage of the...
Image This simple hermitage was built in the 18th century. According to the Madoz dictionary, it stood 100 yards from the Ermita de San Sebastián and was so poor that in 1799 the Royal Subsidy only...
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...
This spectacular and original viewpoint, of Gaudî style, is located at the entrance of Competa coming by the A-7207 up from the town of Torrox. From here, visitors can enjoy a unique view of the...
Image It is assumed that the origin of the name comes from the Hispanization of the Latin word “compita” which means crossroads.. Name of its inhabitants: Competenos. Famous Personalities:...
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 architecture of this ventage point reminds of Gaudí's work or art and offers wonderful sweeping views. From here one of the most representative images of the Axarquía is obtained : the village...