Located in Andalusia, in the south of Spain, Malaga has a lot to offer tourists at any time of the year. For example, this province has a 160-kilometer coastline, with a multitude of beaches and marinas. Therefore, it is one of the most visited destinations in the country in summer. In addition, in its interior it houses beautiful towns that surprise for their historical centers, such as Ronda and Frigiliana.
Today we move to the province of Malaga to discover another beautiful town. This is Nerja , which can boast of having both spectacular beaches and coves as well as a beautiful old town. Do you want to discover more details about this Malaga corner? Well, we recommend that you join us!
A tropical climate destination
Located in the historic region of La Axarquía , Nerja is, for many, one of the best towns in Malaga. With a fishing and agricultural tradition, it is located in the easternmost part of the Costa del Sol, which is why it is bathed by the waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Thanks to its tropical climate and its more than 300 days of sunshine a year, it has become one of the most sought-after destinations in the province.
The Balcón de Europa and the old town
If there is something we like about Nerja, it is the Balcón de Europa, a walk that offers wonderful views of the Mediterranean and much of the town’s coastline. We must also highlight its old town, which has the typical architecture of the towns of Andalusia, that is, houses with whitewashed facades with interior patios and cobbled and cobbled streets.
We cannot forget the town squares, some of which are very charming . Of course, in many of them you can find important buildings. In addition, we want to highlight the Águila Aqueduct, which is located in the Barranco de la Coladilla area.
Beaches
Nerja’s beaches also stand out. One of the most important is that of Burriana, an extensive sandy area that has all kinds of services and infrastructures. Other urban beaches in Nerja are El Salón and Calahonda, although we must admit that we like more the quiet coves of natural beauty that can be found between the cliffs, such as La Caleta, Cala Barranco de Maro or Calas del Pino.
Nerja Caves
How could it be otherwise, we must also talk about the Cuevas de Nerja, which is located in the district of Maro. It is a cavity of great archaeological interest due to the cave paintings that were discovered inside. In fact, here are some paintings of seals that according to some experts are the first known work of art in history. They are no more and no less than 42,000 years old.
On the other hand, it is important to bear in mind that this cave is one of the largest columns of stalactites and stalagmites in the world. In addition, it houses a theater in which a festival is held every year.
A place where you can do many activities
You should know that beyond offering beautiful beaches and a beautiful old town, Nerja offers the possibility of carrying out a large number of activities. For example, you can practice a lot of sports : jet skis, paragliding, pedalo, kayaking, diving… And for nature lovers, nothing like the Río Chillar Nerja route, a perfect excursion for families with children.
Of course, we must highlight its rich gastronomic tradition and its many festivals. Then we leave you with our gallery , where you will find more images of Nerja. Do not miss it!
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