The parish church that goes by the name, “San Isidro”, is the most important building in the town centre and it was constructed at the same time as the majority of the urban part of the town was...
Do you want to take a look around the finest natural amphitheatre in all of Europe? Come to Periana and you will. The views from this village in the highest part of Axarquía will leave you speechless. With its rich landscapes, unique architecture and long-established customs, this destination is bound to impress.
You can"t leave Periana without trying its delicious peaches and high quality oil made from the verdial olive variety. These products are celebrated in two annual fiestas, which have become unmissable events in the regional calendar.
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The Baños de Vilo are located two and a half kilometres from the village. Here you"ll find thermal baths at 600 metres above sea level, with a fountainhead sculpted more than one thousand years ago. The therapeutic properties of the water and the beautiful surrounding landscape make this enclave a must-see.
When you arrive back at the village, you can visit the 18th century stately houses, as well as the old municipal wash house and its fountain, which were the centre of social life for many decades.
The Iglesia de San Isidro Labrador is the most important monument in Periana. Built in the Neo-Mudéjar style after the 1884 earthquake, it has three naves separated by pointed arches. The winning features are the exposed brickwork on the outside and the polychrome terrazzo flooring on the inside.
The Museo del Aceite de Mondrón deserves a special mention with its traditional tools and milling stones. Here you"ll have the opportunity to learn about the production process of Mondrón oil, which has brought fame to this region in Axarquía.
If you want to take in the spectacular panoramic views, there"s no better spot than the Plaza de la Lomilleja. From the lookout, you"ll be able to make out the depression in the Guaro river and La Viñuela dam.
Image Image The beauty of the Washhouse de la Cruz lies in the wise use of stone , in the simplicity of its bands of color ( white and green) and its symmetry ; its charm comes from the Recollect this space, so...
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...
The railway line to Zafarraya (Up to km 4.5) The route begins winding through the whitewashed houses of Periana, before taking a right-hand turn up a steep slope, off the main street of Calle Torre...
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...
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 origin of the name is somewhere between history and legend. The story goes that there two families were litigating as they each wanted their surname – one was Pereiro and the other was Santana-...
Image Since the period of the Arab domination there were small hamlets that existed within this municipality such as Mondrón and places like y Los Baños de Vilo, which were used for their medicinal waters....
Image This old farmhouse, more than three centuries old, has been fully restored for use as tourist accommodation. Nestled in the highest area of Axarquia, it offers panoramic views over the surrounding...
Motorcycle tour round the Province of Malaga. Stage 2: The Sierra Norte (Northern Mountains)
Periana
This second stage starts in Axarquîa and goes deep inside the Northern Málaga Mountains (Sierra Norte de Málaga). It is 193 km long and goes through 8 municipalities. This area is at the...