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Christmas shopping in the sun or skiing at Sierra Nevada

Beaches, culture, shopping, hiking, city visit. Andalusia has it all. Here you see a glimp and much more you find in our surroundings information map.

40 minutes to the most beautiful beaches and marinas of Andalusia.
In the middle of the national park; great starting for hiking and biking.
Just 15 minutes from Spain's longest hanging bridge.
10 minutes from idillic white villages.
At driving distance from cultural highlights; Sevilla, Ronda, Cordoba, Grenada
Close to golf court.
Skiing at Sierra Nevada at 1,5 hour drive

	The Moorish district This is the old district inhabited by the Moors before and after the Reconquest. Its name Mudéjar is used to describe the architectural style used by Arab craftsmen working in Christian territory. The neat, well-restored quarter is made up of steep cobbled alleyways winding past white houses resplendent with flowers. The façades are often decorated with azulejos (ceramic tiles) commemorating battles between Moors and Christians. A day out to Alcausin; a typical Spanish Moorish white village with a very ancient church, original Moorish fountain, some little Spanish restaurants, right on the border of Malaga / Granada. If you walk through the village you find yourself at the foot of mount Maroma and the trail through the natural park. There`s also the nearby Castillo Zalia which is the ruins of the ancient Moorish fortress.
	Malaga The often over-looked but stylish and beautiful city of Málaga has a huge amount to offer. For art lovers, there’s the Museo Picasso, housed in a 16th century palace around the corner from where the artist was born, or the masterpieces of the Carmen Thyssen museum collection. There is also a great range of bars and restaurants – everything from ancient fino bars and traditional ‘chiringuitos’ selling fresh sea food through to fine dining and cocktail bars. There are some great beaches right in the middle of town a world away from the traditional resorts of the Costa Del Sol; La Malagueta, El Palo and Pedregalejo to name a few. All are lined with restaurants and bars and the city centre boasts a wide variety of international cuisine. If you would like to visit the more traditional resorts of Torremolinos or Marbella, we can help you on the best places to go.
	Ronda This beautiful hill top town is surrounded by three national parks and is cut into two halves by the Guadalevín river that runs deep into the gorge below the town, notorious for throwing prisoners into during Spain´s bloody civil war. The town centre is well preserved and is home to one of the oldest bullrings in Spain, the Mondragón Palace and the Arabic baths. Ronda produces good local red wine “Sangre de Ronda”; wine lovers have plenty of choice.
	La Maroma Standing 2,066 metres tall, La Maroma is considered the highest peak in Málaga province. Located in the Sierra de Tejeda, Almiraja and Alhama Natural Park, the mountain belongs to the Malaga municipality of Canillas de Aceituno. The mountain is easily accessible by hikers. The main climbing routes are from the North: the El Robledal route, which starts at Ventas de Zafarraya. This eight-kilometre route is linear and can be completed in approximately four hours. The route has a high difficulty level, and depending on the time of year it is even possible to see snow. The Alcaucín route approaches from the west, starting from the El Alcázar recreational ground.
	Canillas de Aceituno The geographic location of Canillas de Aceituno makes it a natural balcony of Axarquia. It adjoins the Sierras of Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama Natural Park to the north. The road to the village offers views of the Velez and Rubite valleys, through a landscape of olive plantations, vineyards, almond and fig trees. On the hills or mountains one can see the awnings ready to dry the grapes for raisins. This tree abundance is made possible by the Almanchares, Bermuza and Rubite rivers, which also facilitate the existence of natural springs such as the Gazuela and the Ivy. In the environment of Canillas is abundant with natural caves highlighted by the Fajara, four kilometers from the villa, in whose interior are the tunnels up until a kilometer and a half.
	El Saltillo Nestled in the Sierra Tejada in the Axarquia is the white-washed village of Canillas de Aceituno, at 645m altitude the village itself has far reaching views to coast and inland. There is a well-worn walking trail following the natural and manmade water route from the mountains to the town. The route takes in steep ravines, and narrow pathways, a linea walk of low to medium difficulty, as long as you watch your step and footing, it is dramatic and rewarding and you will discover the brand new bridge. Nearing the end of the route, there are some amazing walkways that have been created hanging to the cliff face, to allow hikers to have an unforgettable experience, vertigo sufferers may find this part difficult, but there is a firm cable on the cliff side to cling onto if needed.
	Beach Stretching from Nerja in the east to Rincon de la Victoria in the west, in amongst the towns the coastline east of Malaga is largely rugged, natural and little developed. There’s a strip of sand to suit everyone along the 25 kilometres of coastline surrounding Velez-Malaga. There’s rarely a coastal town that doesn’t harbour an urban beach, giving you perfect access to all amenities throughout the day. Alternatively, if you have access to a car then the real gems can be discovered just outside of the towns.