Mijas is a town that is located in Malaga , on the Costa del Sol , and it is a typical Andalusian town with narrow streets, white houses and a pine forest that give it a special charm. The best time of year to visit it is, obviously, summer, but in winter you can enjoy the same as in summer and, even if it rains a little, you can see everything much greener than normal. It is located about 30 kilometers from Malaga capital, and very close to other municipalities of great interest on the Costa del Sol such as Torremolinos , Fuengirola or Marbella .
Mijas offers you beautiful views of the coast since it is almost 400 meters above sea level. There you can take a ride on the famous donkey-taxi and also visit several of its places of maximum interest. It is a very famous place for its crafts and for the good taste of its many restaurants, where you can eat the typical fish and accompany it with an Andalusian wine.
Some of the main points of interest are its Roman and Arab ruins, through which you will discover much of the history of the city. The Museum of Miniatures , the Plaza de Toros , the Iglesia de la Inmaculada or the Ermita del Calvario are the places most visited by tourists who come to Mijas. As for its beaches, you have all kinds to choose from. The Rocky Cape has dark sand and moderate waves, Calahonda has golden sand and its waters are calm, if you like diving you can go to El Bombo beach as it is located next to a cliff or if you prefer to go to the most famous and busy you must go to La Butibamba, which has some rocky area and also has the honor of waving the blue flag.